It is heartbreaking to see cemeteries that have come into such disrepair that they are hardly even recognizable as a cemetery anymore. And although we feel disheartened when we see these cemeteries falling further and further into remnants of what they once were, what can one person do? As shown by Don Lukkason of Lanesboro, Minn., one person can do a lot when they set their … [Read more...]
Whalan to acknowledge covenants of Hill Country subdivision
The Whalan City Council is proposing to add the covenants of the Hill Country subdivision as an addendum to the city ordinances. A public hearing will be held on the matter in the future where residents can voice any opinions they may have on the matter. All council members were present at the October 8, 2018, council meeting, including Mayor Marlys Tuftin, Kim Berekvam, … [Read more...]
Beaver Bottoms Saloon has much to offer
A new business has also brought new life to the main street in Fountain, Minn. Beaver Bottoms Saloon is a bar, restaurant, liquor store, and hair salon all wrapped up in one. Owners Jody Wiza and Laura Schroeder have created a fun and welcoming atmosphere in the former Bent Wrench building located at 98 Main Street. Wiza, who owns The Hair Shack and The Shack Bar in … [Read more...]
Whalan City Council approves two building permits
The Whalan City Council had a full agenda for the September 10 council meeting, which included two applications for building permits that were both approved. Present at the regularly scheduled council meeting were Mayor Marlys Tuftin, council members Johnny Halvorson, Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson and Owen Lewis. City Clerk/Treasurer Lolly Melander was absent. Minutes … [Read more...]
State Veterans Cemetery – Preston receives certificate of recognition
State officials visited the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minn., on August 24, 2018, for a very special presentation, as the staff at the veterans cemetery was presented a certificate of recognition. The certificate of recognition was presented by Randy Reeves, Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs, with the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Also attending … [Read more...]
Lanesboro now offers EV charging
As the number of people driving eco-friendly vehicles is on the rise, the City of Lanesboro, Minn., is being proactive in offering charging stations for electric vehicles within city limits. As environmental stewards, the operators of these vehicles look for EV chargers in the places they visit and often plan trips around the locations of such charging stations. Although the … [Read more...]
Full agenda at Whalan’s August council meeting
As the Whalan City Council met on Monday, August 13, 2018, not only was the agenda full, but also the room, as there were several visitors. All council members were present, including Mayor Marlys Tuftin, Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson, Owen Lewis, Johnny Halvorson and City Clerk Lolly Melander. First on the agenda was a meet and greet with John DeGeorge, who is running for … [Read more...]
Holst is NCAA National Champion
On Saturday, May 26, 2018, Lanesboro native Eric Holst made a mark for himself as he became the field-event national champion in the NCAA Championships in LaCrosse, Wis., with an incredible 211-4 hammer throw. “I started throwing in seventh grade, but I didn’t get to start throwing the hammer until my freshman year of college,” states Holst, which makes his accomplishment … [Read more...]
Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery of Preston featured in videos
“It will be a source of pride for the Preston area,” states Robert Gross, Cemetery Administrator at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery location in Preston, Minn. The staff at the veterans cemetery were contacted a few weeks ago that the Preston site had been one of only two veterans cemeteries chosen in the nation to be featured in a series of videos. The second location … [Read more...]
Laughlin says being active is key as we age
“I can’t express enough about physical fitness,” states 75-year-old Ron Laughlin, a very busy retiree from Preston, Minn. Laughlin grew up in Madison, S. Dak., and went to school with Sandy Amundson, who he would reconnect with and marry years later. After graduating in 1961, Laughlin enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He was a Gunner’s Mate, serving aboard the USS King. … [Read more...]