Monthly Archives: March 2006

To the Editor:

The student council of Swanville High School would like to thank the people of the Swanville area for our successful blood drive. We collected 63 units of blood. We would also like to thank the following businesses for their donation of food: Bob and Fran’s Grocery of Swanville, Coborns of Little Falls and Long Prairie, and Shooters Pub of Swanville. It is through the support of community that we can organize events like this.—The Swanville Student Council.

To the Editor: In the past, sexual assault was defined as forced sexual intercourse committed by a man against a woman other than his wife. In 1981, Minnesota statutes were changed to acknowledge the existence of sexual assault in marriages. … Continue reading →

To the Editor:

The Royals Wrestling Club would like to take this time to thank the Royalton Area Lions Club for sponsoring the youth wrestling team at the Foley Open Team Tournament. The kids had a wonderful experience and a great time at this tournament. Thank you for the opportunity you provided, it was a great learning experience. We greatly appreciate your support for the youth of our community. Thank you.—coaches and members of Royals Wrestling Club, Royalton.

To the Editor:

We would like to thank everyone that attended our spring show. A special thank you to our parents and the parents of the little girls that attended our dance camp. They were a lot of fun to work with. We apologize for the time mix-up and the inconvenience. Thanks again to everyone.—Pierz Pizazz Dance Team members and coaches.

To the Editor: April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Many of us look back on childhood as a time when we didn’t have a worry in the world. Unfortunately, many children don’t have that same view. These children are victims … Continue reading →

To the Editor: A reminder to the residents of Randall, attend your city council meetings. The next one is April 12. Suffice to say, the mice are at play.—Lonnie Davis, Randall.

To the Editor:

On behalf of the Little Falls Wrestling Booster, we would like to thank all the area businesses, organizations and families who donated to our club for our Flyer wrestlers. Thank you to all the wrestling fans who supported our young men during this great season. A special thank you goes to our wrestlers for an awesome, memorable season.—The Little Falls Wrestling Booster Club.

By Chris Schafer Fans of the care-free shoot-out type baseball games should look someplace else this season because the teams in Morrison County are stressing defense as opposed to trying to win slug-fest games. Each of Morrison County’s four local … Continue reading →

By Edith Rylander I know a man who has terrible problems throwing things out. Coffee cans, for instance. He still has a few of the old metal ones, the ones you open with a can opener. They eventually rust out, … Continue reading →

The USDA loaned $625,000 to the Initiative Fund to be used for small business loans … The Pierz City Council was urged to establish a sexual harassment policy to minimize the potential for lawsuits … John Ploof was selected as … Continue reading →

Emma Monahan Emma Elizabeth Monahan was born to Zack Beattie and Anna Monahan of Little Falls on March 21, 2006, at 10:43 p.m. at St. Gabriel’s Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 21 inches long. Grandparents are … Continue reading →

Randy and Michelle Spiczka of Gilman are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Ann, to Ryan Michael, son of Michael and Susan Brunn of Foley. Continue reading →

Volunteers typically shun the spotlight, but when someone has donated 30 years of service to a cause, some type of recognition is in order. That’s what Paul Kueske, area conservation officer for the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) thought when adding up the years Paul Solinger has devoted to the DNR Firearm Safety/Hunter Education Program. Continue reading →

Six years ago the Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, under the direction of then-Chair Curt Hanson, started Leadership Lindyland. The primary purpose and target of the program is to aid individuals in developing personal leadership skills, which in turn, gives them the opportunity to become better citizens and leaders in the community.

Current plans call for the Little Falls Farmers Market to be located in Le Bourget Park this summer. As explained at the city council planning meeting, members of the market have organized, as they must be to use city property. … Continue reading →

Morrison County Land Use Planner Chuck Forss was all smiles as he helped to introduce the county’s new parcel based mapping system to the public. “This is a tremendous investment,” Forss said. The parcel based map system closely resembles the … Continue reading →

The Little Falls City Council and the Planning Commission held several joint public hearings Monday evening to discuss a number of proposed developments. The first hearing concerned Unity Family Healthcare’s request for a conditional use permit that would allow St. … Continue reading →

Sunday, April 2, 2006 Ponce de Leon claims Florida for Spain, 1513 • Pancake Breakfast and Craft Sale, Little Falls Senior Center, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • “Barns of the Midwest” with Doug Ohman, Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Upsala, 7 … Continue reading →

By Val Klemish TACO JOE DIP 1 (16 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15 1/4 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (14 1/2 oz) can stewed tomatoes … Continue reading →

By Lorae Vardas The Pierz Healy High School drama department is presenting Hard Candy, a one-act comedy, next weekend in the Performing Arts Center at the high school. Performances are scheduled on Thursday, April 6 and Saturday, April 8 at … Continue reading →

Dale F. Lease Sr. and JoMary A. Moltsau, both of Little Falls.

Robert C. Thomas of Sauk Centre and Tammy K. Mettenburg of Little Falls.

The Golf Course Task Force, after hearing that Don Ludermann of the Knotty Pine Cafe in Pierz was no longer interested in managing the restaurant and bar at the Little Falls golf course, is now recommending that the job be … Continue reading →

This year, the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association (MTGA) awarded Ranelius Scholarships to three worthy students including Nicolle Lorenz, a senior at Little Falls High School. Lorenz was honored at the MTGA’s annual meeting, March 22 in St. Paul. Lorenz is … Continue reading →

At the Vernon Company Division Meeting held in Des Moines, IA, on March 16, Kay Reynolds received an award that has not been given before. Kay was the first saleslady in the 104 year history of the company to reach … Continue reading →

The war in Iraq is complex.The reasons for its existence are questioned. Validity of “facts” are questioned. And opinions are as numerous as the number of those killed during its three years. Approximately 60 residents were at the Carnegie Public Library in Little Falls Tuesday evening to hear a presentation by Sami Rasouli.

By Lorae Vardas Shilo Hillyer and Charles “Chuck” Boser were named Students of the Month for March at Pierz Healy High School. The selection committee chooses seniors who excel academically while participating in a variety of extracurricular activities. They also … Continue reading →

By Lorae Vardas Shilo Hillyer and Charles “Chuck” Boser were named Students of the Month for March at Pierz Healy High School. The selection committee chooses seniors who excel academically while participating in a variety of extracurricular activities. They also … Continue reading →

The Continuing Education Center (CEC) is pleased to announce the two Third Quarter Honored Advisees, Samantha Hamm and Travis Hilmerson. To receive this honor, students need to show strong academic progress, movement toward achievement of their personal goals and have … Continue reading →

The Continuing Education Center (CEC) is pleased to announce the two Third Quarter Honored Advisees, Samantha Hamm and Travis Hilmerson. To receive this honor, students need to show strong academic progress, movement toward achievement of their personal goals and have … Continue reading →

Honors List The following student has been named to the honors list at his college. St. Thomas University — Dean’s List — Luke Godzala of Little Falls. Scholarships and Programs The following students have won scholarships, awards, or are participating … Continue reading →