Martha R. Olson, 73
Martha R. (Budde) Olson, 73, lifelong resident of Pembina, N.D., died Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Mesa, Ariz., near her winter home, due to complications of Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Martha Rose Budde was born Nov. 13, 1950, in Grafton, N.D., the daughter of Frank and Rosabel (O’Hara) Budde. She grew up on the…
Read MoreKennedy clerk testifies before Minn. House capital investment committee
By Margie Holmgren On Wednesday, April 24, Melissa Woinarowicz, Kennedy city clerk, testified before the Minnesota house capital investment committee regarding Kennedy’s water issue. Rep. John Burkel added House File 5304 after being alerted to the situation initially by Commissioner Theresia Gillie. Woinarowicz emailed both Burkel and Sen. Mark Johnson following Gillie’s initial request and…
Read MoreJaszczak takes position at Red Wing Schools
By Anna Jauhola Bob Jaszczak had no intention of leaving Kittson Central, but an opportunity to be closer to his children and grandchildren spurred his decision. Word spread pretty quickly on Monday, April 15 that Jaszczak had been offered the position of superintendent of Red Wing District Schools in southern Minnesota. That evening, he had…
Read MoreThere’s a lot of people out there in need’
Local man turns love of sports into volunteer opportunity By Anna Jauhola Dick Satterlund has always been a sports fan, and in recent years he has shared that love with others in an unexpected way. Dick and his wife, Clarice, bought a handicapped-accessible van many years ago to take Clarice’s sister, Jean, out and about.…
Read MoreCraig Pearson, 73
Craig Willard Pearson, my big brother, my Rock, and my hero, was welcomed home May 1, 2024, at the age of 73. I don’t know his whole life story, as I was the youngest, and he took care of me. But I do know that whatever job he held and whatever he did in life,…
Read MoreSandra Arlene ‘Sandee’ Zack, 83
Sandra (Sandee) Arlene Zack passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Sandee is survived by her three children, Steve (Jill) Zack, Mary (Jay) Thelen, and Julie (Jeff) Fuller; sisters-in-law, Wendy Hennum, Beth Zakrzewski; grandchildren – Sally (Brett Thomsen) Thelen, Megan (Joey) Marinello, Max, Zack and Justin Fuller, Anne and Katie Zack; great-grandchild, Grayson Thelen…
Read MoreBerdine Swanson, 49
Berdine Swanson, 49, of Lake Bronson, Minn., passed away at her home on Friday, May 3, 2024. She is fondly remembered for her generous heart, welcoming nature and her witty sense of humor, which usually included some amazing one-liners. Berdine was born on Jan. 25, 1975, in Hallock, Minn., to Noelle (Rundquist) and Richard Swanson…
Read MoreKCC baseball starts season with losses to BGMR Gators and Sacred Heart Eagles
By Chad Kujava, coach The KCC Bearcats baseball spring season has begun with 17 players in grades 9-12. The team will be led by its two seniors, Morgan Muir and Dana Brown. There are three juniors playing — Brooks Nordin, Isaac Gustafson and Kaden Seurer. The sophomore players are Alex Peterson, Lucas Johnson, and Brock…
Read More‘More in common than in difference’
NY man insists communication, kindness are needed for better world By Anna Jauhola Jonathan “Jonnie” Zoesman drove into Kittson County last week with no idea he’d quickly be the topic of conversation. His Tesla with a miniature satellite dish on top made him stand out in Hallock so much that a few phone calls landed him…
Read MoreLANCASTER SCHOOL BOARD PROCEEDINGS
LANCASTER SCHOOL BOARD PROCEEDINGS The Lancaster School Board met in regular session on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Supt. Office. The following members were present: James Diamond, Lacey Lupien, Matt Nordin, Justin Peterson, and Jim Scalese. Also present were Superintendent Nicole Thompson, Dean of Students/Activities Director Mark Bernstrom, Elher’s rep: Jodie…
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