The social news or gossip columns in the old newspapers are always fascinating to read. A special section in the newspaper was devoted to the social media of the day. The whereabouts of local people and events were often featured in these columns. Here are a few from The News Messenger of Lyon ...
By Trudy Madetzke Bob Madetzke grew up on a farm in Moody County, South Dakota, near Jasper, Minnesota. After serving in the Army as a Military Police Officer at Fort Wainwright, in Alaska, he joined the Marshall Police Department on April 1, 1970, serving until health problems ...
An important way we partner with our community to better understand and address its diverse needs is through city advisory boards, commissions, committees and task forces. Volunteer members of these groups advise our city council and staff and provide essential support to the city, bringing ...
Two emotions are common for those who are nearing retirement — excitement and fear. Leaving the working world behind can feel empowering, however, apprehension about entering a new life stage may also creep in. If you’re nearing retirement, you’ve likely taken steps to prepare financially ...
The marvelous thing about the outdoors, and fishing in particular, is that throughout the shifting seasons, each species available to us as we wade, float, and cast out our offerings from early spring until winter arrives, provides unique opportunities. That’s not to say that you can’t ...
If you were asked to tell your story, what would you say? Over the years, I’ve asked many folks to tell me their story. Of course, that question is asked after I’ve bored (?) them with my story, but what’s fair is fair, right? Upon asking the story question, I have been met with a ...