Monthly Archives: May 2005

To register for activities and classes offered through Little Falls Community Services, call 320-632-7938. Classes and Activities Swim lessons—There are still openings for swimming lessons. Register now at Community Services. Computer Classes • June 7—eBay introduction, 9 a.m. to noon. … Continue reading →

To the Editor:

Zion Lutheran Church youth group would like to thank Andrea Rivetts and the Country Nursery and Garden Center for their support of our flower sale fund-raiser. Andrea and her staff delivered the flowers to us and supported us so that more than $350 was raised, which will be used to help pay expenses to the next National Youth Gathering. Thanks are also extended to the people who purchased bedding plants. Your support is most appreciated.–—Pat Rioux, chair, Zion youth.

To the Editor: For those who do not have relatives or friends in the military, the war in Iraq can easily be placed on the back burner of our minds as more relevant matters occupy our day-to-day living. We must … Continue reading →

To the Editor:

A huge thank you to the Randall-Cushing Lions for supporting kids. Your generosity made it possible to purchase a new hearing aid for a local student. Both the student and myself are very thankful for your kindness. It is encouraging to see such a caring organization.—Leona Minion, teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing.

By Carol Hoheisel You are probably tired of hearing about my vacation to Italy, but I wanted to give you just a few more observations. I don’t think there is any bad food in Italy, and we sampled a lot … Continue reading →

District 482 school lunch menu Little Falls High School and Middle School Monday, May 30 – No school. Tuesday, May 31 – Cook’s choice. Wednesday, June 1 – Cook’s choice. Thursday, June 2 – Last day of school – cook’s … Continue reading →

May 26—Gina Lebrun, Swanville, reported that someone shot paintballs at her residence. May 25—Kevin Maslowski, Little Falls, reported that the Star Tribune machine was missing from in front of the Sobieski Creamery. The approximate value of the machine was $500. … Continue reading →

Charged in Morrison County District Court with gross misdemeanor crimes recently was: • Sandra Lynn Strempke, 51, Little Falls—Two counts of second degree driving while impaired and one count each of violation of a restricted license:alcohol or drugs and leaving … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer The Flyers swept the doubles matches but were unable to collect any singles victories in their match against St. Cloud Apollo. Little Falls ultimately lost the match 4-3. Victory in the doubles matches was not easily attained. … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer Sauk Rapids collected five runs and seven hits to blow its softball game with Little Falls wide open. The Storm won the game 10-0. Prior to the fifth inning the score had only been 3-0. Allison Gaffke … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer The success of the girls’ track team at the regional qualifier earned the lady Pioneers a place at the class A True Team Championships in Blaine. The Pioneers took eighth place, finishing the meet with 254.5 points. … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer The Pioneers could only manage two hits in their 3-1 loss to Holdingford. Chuck Boser and Warren Gall collected the hits for Pierz. For most of the game, Pierz’ inefficiency at the plate was overshadowed by its … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer The network of mental health facilities in Minnesota is in for some restructuring. Social Services Director Steve Reger delivered that message to the county commissioners May 24. Sixteen new facilities have been green lighted by their regional … Continue reading →

By Val Klemish This week we have a couple more salad recipes to close out National Salad Month. ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD 2 c. chopped, cooked chicken breast meat 1 carrot, shredded 1/4 c. chopped cilantro leaves 4 green onions, thinly … Continue reading →

The teachers, coaches and staff of Upsala High School have announced that Megan Michels and Justin Lampert have been selected as the school’s May Athletes of the Month. Megan was chosen because of her all-around hard work, effort and leadership … Continue reading →

The teachers, coaches and staff of Upsala High School have announced that Megan Michels and Justin Lampert have been selected as the school’s May Athletes of the Month. Megan was chosen because of her all-around hard work, effort and leadership … Continue reading →

By Dan Hovland, Correspondent The Upsala School Board met May 18. The administration and all board members except Syl Tschida were present, along with about a dozen visitors. Don Ludeman, Gina Vetter and Denis Dolan explained the purpose of the … Continue reading →

By Adeline Hartwig, Correspondent The Swanville Summer Recreation Program will include Little League Baseball for grades three through six. It will be coached by Barney Van Havermaet. The first practice is set for May 31 at 1 p.m., and each … Continue reading →

St. Francis Music Center in Little Falls has many opportunities for musicians of all ages from beginners to advanced. Summer session will start on June 6 and run through August 6. Teachers are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, Monday-Thursday. Lessons … Continue reading →

Little Falls • RESULTS—Sonny Peterson Trucking 10, North Star 16; North Star 32, Gemini Electronics/Mid MN Excavating 24; West Side Bar 7, Hilmerson RV 20; Herbie’s Bar 8, West Side Bar 6; Shooters Auto Body 8, E and J Press … Continue reading →

This year the world is observing the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II. The number of those who fought in that war and survived has now dwindled considerably. But many of those who do remain with us still have vivid memories of the horrors they went through.

This year the world is observing the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II. The number of those who fought in that war and survived has now dwindled considerably. But many of those who do remain with us still have vivid memories of the horrors they went through.

By Joyce Moran The City of Little Falls will not be helping, at this time, the few residents who, living just outside its western border, are having trouble with their water and sewage. Following a Monday evening public hearing which … Continue reading →

By Betty Winscher Every flower gardener has heard of the breakthrough spreading petunia called Wave. It was the first introduced as Purple Wave by Pan American Seed Company in 1985. Compared to the old type petunias, they have flowers extending … Continue reading →

By Joyce Moran It is hoped that the Pine Grove Zoo will have a new bear exhibit building by sometime this September. Coming before the Little Falls City Council at its Monday evening planning meeting, Jerry Lochner, manager of City … Continue reading →

Parents and educators have another tool to better evaluate the performance of Minnesota schools, Superintendent George Weber informed the Pierz School Board Wednesday night. Earlier this month, the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Standard & Poor’s and the National Education Data Partnership launched SchoolMatters.com in Minnesota.

Pastor Mike Flynn from Open Arms Church of God in Braham is returning to Trinity Chapel for its Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire Service on Friday, June 3. When Pastor Flynn was last at Trinity Chapel he kept the congregation spellbound … Continue reading →

Beginning Tuesday, May 31, the second of two short-term closures of Morrison County Highway 48 will get underway, reports the Baxter office of the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The closure is necessary to allow crews to replace a box culvert … Continue reading →

Little Falls Council 1804 of the Knights of Columbus is sponsoring the Memorial Day Service at the Camp Ripley Chapel on May 30 at 8:30 a.m. The celebrant will be Fr. Al Quade. The Fourth Degree Honor Guard of the … Continue reading →

The Bowlus American Legion Post 642 has scheduled the following Memorial Day services: 8:30 a.m. – Mass at Bowlus Church; 9:30 – Masog Bridge; 10 – Evangelical Church of Elmdale; 10:15 – St. Edward’s Church in Elmdale; 11 – the … Continue reading →