Monthly Archives: July 2007

Gov. Tim Pawlenty said Tuesday that he will be asking the federal government for an agricultural disaster declaration for drought-stricken counties in Minnesota. Pawlenty took the first step in the declaration process by requesting a formal county-by-county assessment of crop damage, which was to be completed by Thursday.

Gov. Tim Pawlenty said Tuesday that he will be asking the federal government for an agricultural disaster declaration for drought-stricken counties in Minnesota. Pawlenty took the first step in the declaration process by requesting a formal county-by-county assessment of crop damage, which was to be completed by Thursday.

Chaplain Rev. Gregg Valentine, Morrison County Chaplain Over the last four years of doing my job as Chaplain, I have had many people who have asked what the word means. The word chaplain comes from the early history of the … Continue reading →

August has arrived and it is the month for dividing iris and day lilies. As the weather has been dry, these plants should be watered well before lifting and dividing. They will dig easier when soil is moist and roots … Continue reading →

On July 28 at 11:27 p.m. a motorcycle driven by William Breth, Jr., 55, of Cambridge, was going north on Highway 27, north of Buckman when he failed to make a curve and went off the road into the ditch. … Continue reading →

The Meire Grove Community Band will present a concert in the Staples Music in the Park series Sunday, Aug. 5, at 7 p.m. The concert will be held in the Northern Pacific Park across from the Government Center at 611 … Continue reading →

Michael E. “Mischo” Tarbuck, a longtime resident of Calumet, died July 20, 2007. Continue reading →

Arthur B. Schroeder, a resident of Merrifield, is at home with his Lord and Savior after succumbing to complications associated with leukemia July 28, 2007. Continue reading →

Donald and Phyllis Marstein of Elmdale announce the engagement of their daughter Bonita Marstein to Andrew (Andy) Welinski, son of John and Donna Welinski of Upsala.

JeanAnn and Thomas Miller of Sparks Nev., and Russell and Hope Rosenberg of Reeds Springs, Mo. announce the engagement of their daughter April to Patrick Mastey, son of Elizabeth and John Mastey of Gilman. Continue reading →

Leroy and Marion Rieke of Sullivan Lake would like to announce the engagement of their daughter Dorene Perkins to Timothy Monn, son of Joseph and Tess Monn of Little Falls. Continue reading →

Wayne and Lola May Thompson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 29 at the Mendakota Country Club in Mendota Heights. The occasion was hosted by the couple’s sons, their wives and grandchildren.

David May, a resident of Waconia, died at home with his family by his side July 24, 2007, after a courageous two and a half year battle with a grade IV brain tumor.

David ‘Jerome’ Corrigan, a resident of Foley, died July 28, 2007, at the Foley Nursing home. Continue reading →

Charlotte Trib, a resident of Little Falls, died July 28, 2007, at her home in Little Falls. Continue reading →

From now until Sept. 15, Great River Arts is presenting the exhibit “Poetic Landscapes,” with over 35 paintings of Foley artist Kasey Westra. Westra is known for her tranquil landscapes and fanciful colors. After years in the nursing industry, she … Continue reading →

The Morrison County Fair was held Wednesday, July 25 through July 29 at the Morrison County Fairgrounds in Little Falls. On the Record caught folks enjoying rides, animals, clowns, tractors and games. Continue reading →

Saturday, July 28 was the first annual Two Rivers Music Fest in Motley. A parade/vintage car show kicked off the fest and was followed by music by Susan Smith, C&C Duo with John Fisker, Ted Fyder and bluegrass jammers. Continue reading →