Monthly Archives: May 2007

TRSA U19 girls are runners-up at NSC Cup (5-28)

The TRSA  Heat U19 C2 girls team was runner-up behnd an Inver Grove Heights team at the NSC Cup.

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Democratic leaders express regret over Pawlenty’s veto of omnibus tax bill

Speaker reflects on veto Democratic leaders on Thursday (May 31) expressed regret over Gov. Tim Pawlenty’s vetoing of the omnibus tax bill, suggesting the Republican governor was preening for the national political stage. Pawlenty vetoed the bill, which contained a … Continue reading

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Teen Moms in fifth year of helping high school parents

Being a mother is a tough job even for the most experienced. For a teenager still in high school, being a mother is tougher still. In 2002, a group of volunteer women, under the auspices of Central Minnesota Youth for Christ (CMYFC), got together to organize the local “Teen Moms” program so as to help these teen mothers.

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Florence McDermott, 96

Florence McDermott, a resident of Pierz, formerly of Hillman, went to be with the Lord and daddy May 29, 2007. Continue reading

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Shirley A. James, 70

Shirley A, James of Hale, Mich., formerly of Ortonville, Mich. died May 30, 2007. Continue reading

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Summer choir offered at St. Francis Music Center

St. Francis Music Center in Little Falls is forming a summer choir for all ages. The choir will meet Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. starting June 20. The choir will then perform at the Concert for Peace … Continue reading

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Helen M. Polasek, 88

Helen M. (Kliber) Polasek, a resident of Pierz, formerly of Sobieski, died May 29, 2007, at the Pierz Villa in Pierz. Continue reading

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Little Falls Community Services

Classes and Activities • Community Services sill has openings in many activities, including the instructional swim classes. Sign up soon. Summer Trips • July 25-Valley Fair trip. • Aug. 2-Twins vs. Kansas City Royals trip. • Aug. 23-Minnesota State Fair … Continue reading

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Amanda Tadych - Mark Hess

Tom and Linda Tadych of Foley announce the engagement of their daughter Amanda to Mark Hess, son of Ron and Leslie Hess of Foley. Continue reading

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Bus trip planned to W.W. II Memorial dedication

Local residents are invited to ride a bus down to the dedication of the Minnesota World War II Memorial at the St. Paul Capitol building Saturday, June 9. The bus will leave the Little Falls VFW at 7:30 a.m. and … Continue reading

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A whole new version of Cinderella being offered

“Hubba-hubba” down to the Pierz Healy High School PAC Friday at 7:30 p.m. or Saturday, June 9 at 10 a.m. to see Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre’s original musical “Cinderella” with two professional actors and over 30 of our talented children. … Continue reading

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Gov. Pawlenty orders U.S. and state flags at half-staff in honor of Sgt. Jason Schumann

Gov. Tim Pawlenty Thursday ordered that the United States flag and the State of Minnesota flag be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Friday, June 1 in honor and remembrance of Sergeant Jason Schumann … Continue reading

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No more missed mammograms for cancer survivor LaRayne Cook of Princeton

LaRayne Cook is a cancer survivor LaRayne Cook, a respiratory therapist at Cambridge Medical Center, skipped her yearly mammogram just once. It nearly cost her her life. Cook has one thing in common with most cancer patients, the day of … Continue reading

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Nebraska man arraigned on 4 felony counts in connection with high speed chase in Anoka County

A Lincoln, Nebraska man was arraigned in Anoka County District Court Thursday morning and charged with four felonies in connection with a high speed chase Tuesday afternoon in Anoka County.

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Crosstown improvements in Ham Lake planned for 2008

After almost 10 years of planning, the green light has been given for improvements to the intersection of Highway 65 and Crosstown Boulevard in Ham Lake. See more in Jennifer Kern’s Anoka County Union story.

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Cash flow proving problematic for Northstar

The Northstar Commuter Rail project is facing a cash flow problem, despite positive signals from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). See more in Peter Bodley’s ABC Newspapers account.

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Zimmerman track: Nielsen wins hurdles at section, advances to state (5-30)

Zac Nielsen became Zimmerman's first state qualifier in track by winning the high hurdles at the section meet Wednesday. Meanwhile, Dustin Jordan earned points in three events.

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CLICKING ON THE WEB: Newseum will have its official opening at Washington, D.C. site in October

How many of you have visited a newspaper museum? I would hesitate that not many have, unless they are regular Minnesota State Fair goers and have sauntered into the Minnesota Newspaper Museum, located on the west end of Heritage Square.

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Memorial Garden will be place to pray, heal in Forest Lake

Meeting with the public Almost daily Angela Brand is handed the name of another area family that has prematurely lost a child. Since Brand and others at St. Peter’s Catholic Church here went public with plans to build a children’s … Continue reading

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Andover holds on to defeat C-I baseball in 7AAA opener

No. 7 seed Andover (8-13) upset No. 2 Cambridge-Isanti 4-1 when the opening game of the Section 7AAA South Subsections resumed May 30. The Huskies will take on defending 7AAA champ St. Francis in the second round May 31. With … Continue reading

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HEINZMAN EDIT: Best way to reduce gas prices is to drive less miles, find other transportation

During this recent Memorial Day period and upcoming vacation season, oil and gasoline companies were betting motorists would continue to drive despite rising prices for gasoline.

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Isanti wins two town team games

Two Jackets advance in 7AA but no State berths result

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Central Minnesota Boys’ Choir concert at Staples Church

The Central Minnesota Boy’s Choir will close its 2006-2007 season with a tour to the Duluth and the North Shore of Lake Superior. The tour will conclude with a Welcome Home Concert at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Staples Thursday, … Continue reading

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Carl C. Stangl, 87

Carl C. Stangl, a resident of Little Falls, formerly of Pierz, died May 27, 2007, at St. Otto’s Care Center in Little Falls. Continue reading

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Ione Risting, 71

Ione Risting, a resident of Little Falls, died May 24, 2007, at St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls. Continue reading

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Suspect’s girlfriend admits involvement in Wilczek case

Casey Jo Oldenburg, 25, of Clearwater, is facing possible charges related to the murder of 21-year-old Lewis James Wilczek. Oldenburg admitted to authorities that she helped her boyfriend, Jeremy Jason Hull, 24, of St. Cloud, dispose of Wilczek’s body.

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Suspect’s girlfriend admits involvement in Wilczek case

Casey Jo Oldenburg, 25, of Clearwater, is facing possible charges related to the murder of 21-year-old Lewis James Wilczek. Oldenburg admitted to authorities that she helped her boyfriend, Jeremy Jason Hull, 24, of St. Cloud, dispose of Wilczek’s body.

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Floral Art Exhibit at Great River Arts

Great River Arts Association presents its third annual Floral Art Show, featuring artist of all mediums, abilities and styles. The exhibit will be from June 1 through June 30. This exhibit is funded in part by Five Wings Arts Council … Continue reading

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Teen Night planned by Great River Arts

Great River Arts is now offering an opportunity for young artists to come in and flourish in the various studios at the art center. On Wednesdays, between June 13 and Aug. 22 (excluding July 4) from 7 p.m. to 9 … Continue reading

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George Lund, 68

George Edwin Lund, a resident of Leader, died May 29, 2007, at his home after a long battle with diabetes and heart problems. Continue reading

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