Alan “Al” Dean Lundeen, 65
Alan “Al” Dean Lundeen, 65, passed away peacefully at home in Fosston, Minn., on Nov. 18, 2023. Al was born March 17, 1958, in St. Cloud, Minn., to Melvin and Carol (Thorson) Lundeen. He was the eldest of three children. He attended elementary school in South Haven, Minn., and high school in Annandale, Minn., where…
Read MoreKittson Central Board Meeting October 25th, 2023
Kittson Central Board Meeting October 25th, 2023 The Board of Education of #2171 met in regular session at 8:00 p.m. in the Kittson Central boardroom. Members present were Eric Ristad, Crisa Mortenson, Mike Olsonawski, Amanda Pinnock, Teal Plaine, Matt Kuznia and Mark Johnson. Also present were Superintendent Jaszczak, Jami Carr, Ed Lehrke, Corinne Lipinski, Anna…
Read MoreKittson County Board Proceedings November 7, 2023
Kittson County Board Proceedings November 7, 2023 The Kittson County Board of Commissioners met, pursuant to adjournment on November 7, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Younggren. The pledge to the flag was given. Some additions to the agenda were presented by Chairperson Younggren: Add approval for resolution #23-35…
Read MoreCharitable giving makes visible impact year-round
By Anna Jauhola During the holidays, and all year round, there are many nonprofits throughout Kittson County that need your help. These organizations help many people in need from giving out food to assisting with rent, heat and other basic needs, to serving and enhancing communities and preserving history. One of the most direct impacts…
Read MoreHospital strategic plan approved, while facility takes next steps
By Anna Jauhola While many pieces of Kittson Healthcare’s strategic plan may not be immediately visible to the public, it is officially approved and set into motion. The Kittson Healthcare board of directors approved the strategic plan during its Tuesday, Oct. 24 meeting, said Andrea Swenson, CEO. “I think the largest takeaway is it’s not…
Read MoreMary Lynn Fowler, 86
Mary Lynn Fowler, 86, went to be with her Lord on Nov. 28, 2023. Mary was born in Hallock, Minn., on Dec. 7, 1936, to Lyman and Esther (Johnson) Brink. Mary graduated from Hallock High School in 1954. Upon graduation from high school, Mary went on to Gustavus Adolphus College where she earned a degree…
Read MoreHallock Council to decide how to split street project costs
By Enterprise Staff The preliminary cost for Hallock’s street project, slated to begin in 2024, is at $6.2 million. During the regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 6, Hallock City Council heard an update from Jon Pauna, engineer with Moore Engineering. The firm helped the city create a capital improvements plan, which narrowed in on five…
Read MoreJoseph Charles Stranger, Sr., 92
Joseph Charles Stranger Sr. 92, of Woodstock Va., passed away Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. Joe was born in St. Vincent, Minn., on March 26, 1931, and was the son of Charles Stranger and Evelyn (Davis) Murch. After his father’s passing Joe went to Father Flanigan’s Boys Town in Omaha, Neb. While at Boys Town, Joe…
Read MoreEvelyn Bernice Warnes, 89
Evelyn Bernice (Torkelson) Warnes died peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023, at The Legacy in Morris, Minn. Evelyn was born to Gunval and Julia Torkelson on June 13, 1934, in Karlstad, Minn. Evelyn was raised on the family farm near Karlstad and graduated from Karlstad High School. She attended Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn., and…
Read MoreLinden John Anderson, 96
Linden John Anderson passed away Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, at Kittson Healthcare hospital, Hallock. He was born June 19, 1927, in Thompson Township, Hallock, the second child of seven to Levin and Martha (Hoglin) Anderson. Linden attended the Two River Moen School. He was drafted into the Army at the start of the Korean conflict;…
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