Explore Science Occupations: A well known central Minnesota hoof trimmer, Jon Ainali, presented and displayed his skills for the Upsala seventh grade science class. Today in the dairy industry, all cows need the finest hoof trim to keep them productive. Dairy facilities have more concrete flooring, which wears the feet unevenly, and these conditions cause lameness. Lameness … [Read more...] about Upsala Seventh Graders Explore Science Occupations
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Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 do Community Service Project
The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 took time from their April 9th troop meeting to do a community service project. The boys and their adult leaders spent 45 minutes picking up trash above and below the Sauk River dam. Six full bags of trash were found. Unfortunately, the Scouts ran out of time before all the trash could be cleaned up. There was more trash than they originally … [Read more...] about Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 do Community Service Project
Todd County Prescription Drug Take Back Day
On Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 9 AM till noon, the Todd County Citizens Against Drugs Coalition will be hosting Prescription Drug Take Back events at three locations throughout Todd County. These events are being held in conjunction with a National Program sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration. This is an excellent opportunity for people to get rid of their … [Read more...] about Todd County Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Minnesota severe weather awareness week – April 16-20
Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week 2012 is April 16-20, with two statewide tornado drills on Thursday, April 19 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. This annual public event is designed to remind individuals, families, businesses, schools, and institutions that it’s essential to plan ahead for Minnesota’s severe spring and summer weather. An informed, involved community is more … [Read more...] about Minnesota severe weather awareness week – April 16-20
Leonard H. Kopka, 86, Albany, MN
February 7, 1926 ~ April 4, 2012 Leonard Hyacinth Kopka, age 86, Albany, MN, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM at Church of All Saints St. Mary, Holdingford, MN. Visitation will be Thursday, April 12, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the church in Holdingford and one hour prior to the … [Read more...] about Leonard H. Kopka, 86, Albany, MN