KITTSON COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS
May 4, 2021 The Kittson County Board of Commissioners met, pursuant to adjournment on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. All members were present. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Gillie. The pledge to the flag was given. A motion was made by Commissioner Younggren, seconded by Commissioner Olson and unanimously carried…
Read MoreLANCASTER SCHOOL BOARD PROCEEDINGS
The Lancaster School Board met in regular session on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 8:00 p.m. in the math room. The following members were present: Diamond, Langerud, Lupien, Nordin and Peterson. Also present were Supt. Shannon Hunstad, Dean Nicole Thompson, Teacher Rep. Vada Gatheridge and Mendy Coffield. Joining via zoom: Homstad, Kittson County Enterprise reporter…
Read MoreLorna Jensen, 101
Lorna Jensen of Stephen, Minn., age 101, passed away on Monday, Feb 15, 2021, at Northstar Manor in Warren, Minn., while under Hospice care. Lorna Johanna Conner was born March 29, 1919, at her grandparents’ farm in Oak Park Township, Minn. She was the third of five daughters born to Elbert and Mabel (Hammerlund) Conner.…
Read MoreCollege courses help students find paths after high school
By Anna Jauhola Each year, students across the state take college courses within their high school classes to help prepare them for post-graduation. Kittson Central has offered these classes for years and has a good response from the juniors and seniors who can take them. Kim Jones teaches four math classes, two chemistry classes and…
Read MoreMemorial painting honors Kittson County fallen soldiers
By Anna Jauhola In the last year, a Hallock graduate created a painting memorializing four Kittson County men who were killed in action during the Vietnam War. Little did he know the impact it would have on someone close to him. Al Reddington grew up in Hallock and graduated in 1962. He had enlisted, but…
Read MoreRose Marie Crotty, 90
Rose Marie Crotty, 90, Pembina, N.D., passed away at Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center in Hallock on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. Rose Marie Monette was born October 10, 1930 in Hallock, Minn., to Joseph and Rose Monette. She was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith and was a member of Assumption Catholic Church. Rose grew…
Read MoreVincent Wallenberg, 94
Vincent Andrew Wallenberg, of Phoenix, Ariz., died May 9, 2021, at the age of 94. Vincent was born Nov. 30, 1926, to John and Mary (Sandul) Wallenberg on a farm in St. Joseph Township, Kittson County, Minnesota. He attended the University of Minnesota, Crookston, and served in the Navy on a sub called Montauk and…
Read MoreBrent Wayne Haugstad, 60
Brent Wayne Haugstad, 60, passed away at his home in Bemidji, Minn., on May 14, 2021, after a long battle with cancer. Brent was the third child born to Harold and Corinne Haugstad on Nov. 9, 1960. He is survived by: his father, Harold Haugstad (Mercedes); siblings, Danny (DeeVerle), Hallock, Connie Rekuski, Mounds View, Minn.,…
Read MoreGladwin Lynne receives Lions International President Award
By Anna Jauhola Gladwin Lynne likes to see others succeed rather than brag about his own achievements, an impulse that has its roots in his teaching career. Lynne, who resides in Lake Bronson, is a long-time member of the town’s Lions Club. He recently received the second-highest honor the international service club bestows upon its…
Read MoreMost cemeteries operate on donated funds, volunteers
By Anna Jauhola As spring begins to quickly transition into summer, people around Kittson County are working to beautify and maintain cemeteries. Many cemeteries are managed by volunteer groups or committees, while a few are still maintained by city personnel. In Hallock, the Greenwood Cemetery Board has set its annual cleanup day for Tuesday, May…
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