Funeral services celebrating the life of Verna Elizabeth Koehn, age 93 of Albany was held at 10:30 AM, Monday, May 14, 2012 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Albany. Pastor Brad Pearson officiated and burial took place in the parish cemetery following the service. Verna died peacefully in her sleep early Thursday morning in Dayton, MN. Verna was born August 13, 1918 to … [Read more...] about Verna Elizabeth Koehn, 93, Dayton, MN
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Grey Eagle Township – May 7th, 2012
Grey Eagle Township May 7, 2012 Call to Order: Ron Frericks called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was recited. Members Present: Ron Frericks, John Young, Ray Bense, Mary Ann Primus & Bev Eggerth. Agenda Approval: A preliminary agenda was presented. Ron asked if there were additions to the agenda. Ron asked to include the zoning update, spraying … [Read more...] about Grey Eagle Township – May 7th, 2012
400 people attended a benefit for Nancy Pfeffeer at Swanville Lion’s Park – April 16th, 2012
On April 16th, 400 people attended a benefit for Nancy Pfeffer at the Swanville Lion’s Park building who is in treatment for colon cancer. The benefit included a spaghetti and meat ball dinner, live music, a silent auction, and a raffle. The event raised $34,900 which included $1000 in supplemental funds from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Becky Dawson, who was involved in … [Read more...] about 400 people attended a benefit for Nancy Pfeffeer at Swanville Lion’s Park – April 16th, 2012
The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 visited the Melrose Area Historical Museum on Monday, May 7th
The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 visited the Melrose Area Historical Museum on Monday, May 7th. Roger Paschke took the Scouts and their parents through the museum, stopping at several special spots such as the Charles Lindberg display. The Scouts favorite displays included the old toys, the war room, and the Boy Scout display. Photo submitted by Steve Borgerding. … [Read more...] about The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 visited the Melrose Area Historical Museum on Monday, May 7th
More than 140 Century Farms to be honored
The Minnesota State Fair and the Minnesota Farm Bureau recognize 144 Minnesota farms as 2012 Century Farms. Qualifying farms have been in continuous family ownership for at least 100 years and are 50 acres or more. Century Farm families receive a commemorative sign, as well as a certificate signed by the State Fair and Minnesota Farm Bureau presidents and Governor Dayton. Since … [Read more...] about More than 140 Century Farms to be honored