Olivia Marie Persons Big brother Jackson Persons is proud to announce the birth of his baby sister, Olivia Marie Persons. Born on March 10, 2020, to Chad and Megan Persons of Preston. Grandparents are Pam Mensink and Keith and Kathy Persons and great-grandmothers are Cleo Mensink and Marjorie Persons. … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Sylvi Florence Olson
Sylvi Florence Olson Sylvi Florence Olson was born February 3, 2020, weighing 6 lb 14 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Welcoming Sylvi home are her parents Chellsey and Nate Olson, and big sister Cora. Maternal grandparents are Doug and Becky Lind, Rushford, Minn., and Brenda and Bill Falkowski, of Houston, Minn. Paternal grandparents are Linda and the late Roger Olson, of … [Read more...]
Happy Hart 4-H Club throws virtual birthday for Martha Johnson
Martha Johnson celebrated 104 years on Saturday, March 28, 2020. This year’s COVID-19 put a kink in Martha celebrating with family and friends. Last year, Martha celebrated with an open house at the Fremont Store complete with party decorations, sign-in sheet, birthday cake, bars and coffee. It was a joyous celebration. Martha was able to catch up on all the neighborhood … [Read more...]
Talin James Pfremmer
Talin James Pfremmer was born January 15, 2020, weighing 8 lb 5 oz and was 20.5 inches long. Talin was born to Joseph and Melissa Pfremmer of Chandler, Ariz. Proud sisters are Claire and Presley. Proud grandparents are Julie Thaut of Mesa, Ariz., Deborah Lange of St. Charles, Minn., and Fred and Lori Pfremmer of Preston, Minn. … [Read more...]
A Goodly Heritage
By Wenda Grabau The days are getting longer. Do you feel new energy swelling in your heart and mind? Can you hear the trill of the blackbirds singing in your neighborhood? Spring is my favorite season. The world awakes from its slumber and displays its God-given beauty. Last fall, a friend gave me several potted plants that she had been nurturing. I learned that I … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement
Brayden David Olson and Declan Allan Olson Brent and Jordyn Olson of Weston, Wis., are happy to announce the birth of their twin boys, Brayden David and Declan Allan, born January 2, 2020. Brayden weighed 5 lb 1 oz. and measured 17.5 inches long. Declan weighed 4 lb and measured 16.5 inches long. Proud grandparents are Allan and Diane Marzolf of Preston, Minn., and Mike … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement
Wren Grace Bergo Big brothers, Hunter and Zeke, welcome their little sister, Wren Grace Bergo. Born on November 12, 2019, in Rochester, Minn., at 6:26 a.m. weighing 6 pounds 6 ounces and 20 inches long to proud parents Ryker and Lena Bergo of Pilot Mound. Proud grandparents include Ann and Leigh Grobarchik of West Allis, Wis., Doreen Bergo of Wykoff, Minn., and Wayne … [Read more...]
The Plant Lady
By Jessi Jablonski Stay sharp in the winter During these chilly winter months, I often dream of flowers swaying gently in the breeze and the sun shining on my face as I’m digging in the garden. Even though I can’t get a shovel in the ground, that doesn’t mean that I won’t see my garden tools all winter. Cool months are a great time to prepare your tools for spring. The … [Read more...]
Some Like It Hot is one-stop shop for wedding food
“Together we create their dream cake,” Suzanne Gardner said. Gardner owns and operates Some Like It Hot Cakes and Catering in Spring Valley. Originally named the Victorian Gourmet, Some Like It Hot offers a unique experience for brides and grooms who are in the process of planning their perfect wedding. When couples visit her shop to pick out a cake, they can choose several … [Read more...]
Decades of entertainment and celebrations on the Outback
Nestled in the hills and valleys of Houston County, Minn., Jake and Holly Wieser are busier than a cowboy in a rabbit roping competition. They own Outback Ranch, Inc., Outback Entertainment, Jake Wieser Construction, Inc., and WIESER Septic & Excavating, all operating out of one location occupying 210 acres that straddles Sheldon and Yucatan Townships. The evolution … [Read more...]