We have begun learning about Sharon (Johnson) McCully, who was born in Pipestone, the second of five children born to Fern (Kemnitz) and Harold Johnson. She spent her early years on the family farm near Verdi and attended Verdi Public School. Sharon and her family left rural Verdi in ...
This week, families across our state are gathering to spend quality time together, give thanks, and, of course, eat some delicious Minnesota-raised turkey. We all know we live in divided times. But this Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for the fact that what unites us as Minnesotans is far ...
It had been many years since I’d sat down and watched a livestock auction in person. I was pleased to learn that most things about sale barns hadn’t changed. My wife and I raise a few Jersey steers. We normally sell them as halves and quarters of hanging beef to friends and relatives. For ...
Because of the time of the year, this is going to be concise. We humans have a habit of complicating most things. I just finished reading a book entitled “Faces of Christmas Past” by Bill Holm. In the book, he passes on his memories of growing up in southwest Minnesota and the lessons he ...
The Thanksgiving table wherever we are for the holiday has always been about options. As a kid, I had the easy choice of grandma’s turkey, along with a side of Swedish meatballs, and was able to easily pass over the traditional Norwegian offering of lutefisk and save that for the older ...
As we mark American Educator’s Week, observed annually during the last full week before Thanksgiving, we extend our heartfelt gratitude and recognition to all our dedicated staff. After over 50 years of unwavering support for our students and community, board member and former principal ...