Delbert Francis Norwood passed away on March 18, 2026, at his home in Hackensack. Delbert was born on December 16, 1955, in Redfield, South Dakota, to James and Marilyn Norwood. He graduated from Swanville High School in 1975 and later attended school in Staples, where he studied diesel mechanics. Delbert was a hardworking man throughout his life. He spent many years working … [Read more...] about Delbert Francis Norwood
Swanville City • February 10, 2026
Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, and Jim Molitor (via ZOOM). Absent: Carter Loven and Tony Maciej. Also present: Ryan Odden, Ray Dodin, Cole Zupko, Shannon Johnston, and reporter Sheila … [Read more...] about Swanville City • February 10, 2026
Hometown News March 19, 2026
Lorraine Voit
Lorraine Voit, age 87, of Albany, Minnesota, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Mother of Mercy in Albany, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial for Lorraine will be held at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany, MN, at 11 AM on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Visitation will be on Friday, March 20th, 2026, from 4-7 pm, and Saturday at 10 am … [Read more...] about Lorraine Voit
Leora Mae Hillman
Leora Mae Hillman, age 97, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026, surrounded by her family at Meadow Place Assisted Living in Long Prairie. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at American Lutheran Church in Long Prairie, Minnesota. Leora’s grandson Pastor Nathan Hillman and Pastor Ethan Fearing will officiate. Burial will take place at Evergreen … [Read more...] about Leora Mae Hillman





