Hope Kathryn Vreeman was born April 28, 2020, to Derreck and Stephanie Vreeman of Spring Valley. At birth she weighed 6 lb. 6 oz. and measured 18.5 inches. She is welcomed home by older sister Haley. Grandparents are Bryan and Kathy O’Connell and Jerry and Judy Vreeman, all of Spring Valley. … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Blair Loretta Davis
Blair Loretta Davis Blair Loretta Davis was born April 29, 2020, to Michael and Liza Davis of Good Thunder, Minn. At birth, Blair weighed 6 lb 13 oz. and was 20 inches long. She was happily welcomed home by older siblings Zane (4) and Avery (2). Her grandparents are John and Ellen Whalen of Harmony, and Randy and Laurie Davis of Mankato. … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Eleanor Athena Manion
Eleanor Athena Manion Eleanor was born Friday, May 1, 2020, to Andrew Manion and Stephanie Wu of Brooklyn, N.Y. She weighed 5 lb. 13 oz. and was 19” long at birth. Eleanor was welcomed home by her three cousins, Zen(16), Jaden (14) and Joshua (12). Her grandparents are Thomas and Sandra Manion of Fountain and Kwok and Agnes Wu of Brooklyn, N.Y. … [Read more...]
Lanesboro’s Art in the Park goes virtual Drive-in public art, digital content, podcast episodes starting Saturday, June 20
In response to COVID-19, Lanesboro Arts presents Art in the Park 2020 as a social-distanced and virtual event from June 20th through June 30, 2020. After serious consideration, Lanesboro Arts has decided to re-envision Art in the Park 2020 to ensure the safety of artists and community members. Thus, Art in the Park will not take place in person per usual, but will instead be … [Read more...]
A Goodly Heritage
By Wenda Grabau Spring is here! Springtime Awakens on the Farm Wenda Grabau©2020 First signs of spring have come and gone; Now the full blown season is here. Young leaves color the oak trees, Bird songs twitter on the breeze. The sweet scent of lilac wafts in the air, The sun sheds its radiance To highlight bright, bold colors Over the verdant countryside. Tulip … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Blair Loretta Davis
Blair Loretta Davis Blair Loretta Davis was born April 29, 2020, to Michael and Liza Davis of Good Thunder, Minn. At birth, Blair weighed 6 lb 13 oz. and was 20 inches long. She was happily welcomed home by older siblings Zane (4) and Avery (2). Her grandparents are John and Ellen Whalen of Harmony, and Randy and Laurie Davis of Mankato. … [Read more...]
The Plant Lady
By Jessi Jablonski Parsley: Not just for garnish Spring has finally arrived and vegetable gardens are popping up everywhere. The thought of fresh salads brimming with ripe tomatoes and cucumbers has gotten everyone ready for picnics at the park. Using fresh herbs in your meals will add a pop of freshness, even on a cool rainy afternoon. Not all herbs are created equal. … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Jett Michael Masters
Alex Peterson and Jake Masters of Harmony, Minn., are very proud to announce the birth of their healthy son, Jett Michael Masters. Jett was born April 4, 2020, weighing 10 lb 1 oz and was 21 3/4 inches long. He was welcomed home by his four-legged big sister, Molly. Proud grandparents are Mike Peterson of Greenleafton, Minn., Tracy Bryant of Clear Lake, Iowa, and Jay and Zo … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Cole Michael Curtis
Derek and Lauren Curtis of Willington, Conn., are proud to announce the birth of their son Cole Michael Curtis, born on March 25, 2020, at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain, Conn. He weighed 8 lb 6 oz and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Marc and Dianne Maciag of Marborough, Conn., and Ray and Mary Curtis of Mabel, Minn. Great-grandparents are Connie … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Liam Michael Wangen
Tanner and Callie Wangen of Winona, Minn., are proud to announce the birth of their son Liam Michael Wangen. Liam was born March 30, 2020, at Gundersen in Lacrosse, Wis., weighing 8 lb 9 oz, and was 21 inches long. Liam is also welcomed home by big sister Lily Wangen. His grandparents are Michael and Pauline Wangen of Lanesboro, Minn., and Keary and Susan Glenna of Winona, … [Read more...]