donnelly news

July 27th-Aug. 2nd

Welcome to another edition of the Donnelly news

Weather news:  as most of you have read /heard there was a hail storm in the Donnelly area on July 19. Fortunately, from what I have heard and seen, there was no significant damage from the storm, mostly leaves knocked of trees. I saw some fields had some damage, understand some car windows got broken, etc. Crops continue to look very good especially the corn; vegetables I have seen on display at the fairs are small yet.

ST. John's/ Kongsvinger news: joint services at 9:30 a.m. on 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays of the month at Kongsvinger, 2nd, 4th Sunday at ST. John's followed by a coffee hour at both churches. Communion service 1st and 4th Sundays

The parish is again coordinating the annual block party on July 30 at St John's from 5–7 p.m., free-will offering for the food shelf

Luther crest VBS will be held on July 29th-August 1st at Faith Morris starting at 9 a.m. cosponsored by the parish, Faith and First Morris and Trinity Cyrus. Contact the church office for more info.

There will be lawn chair worship at faith –Morris on July 28 at 9 a.m.

GSLC news: Summer services continue every Wednesday at 7 p.m., Pr Nate Hanson will be preaching on the 31st

The posters and buttons for the bee have arrived I have a few otherwise call 320-246-3337. You can also visit the website: donellythreshingbee.com; the theme is 54 years of hometown fun, the feature is gas engines next year it is Ford /New Holland

Meet the threshing bee royalty candidates on August 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the community hall

Donnelly city council meets on August 3 in the council chamber at 4 p.m.

Committee assignments will be mailed out soon if you would like to help out get in touch with one of the officers or e-mail donnellythreshingbee@runestone.net

The rendsville 4-h will not meet in August due to the fair

The Stevens county genealogical society meets on August 1 at 1:30 p.m. at the library

On August 12 the bookmobile is in town from 3:45-- 4:00 p.m. on Main St. and The community club and DFD will meet at 7 p.m. in the community and fire halls

Herman red hatters meet on August 5 at AJ's in Herman at 9 a.m.

Olivia Kay Morris-Durkee was born June 27, 2019, at Stevens Community Medical Center to Kasey Morris and Justin Durkee of Morris, MN. Olivia weighed 7 lbs.12 oz. and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Jamie Morris of Winona, MN and Vicky Squier and Bruce Beyer of Morris/Donnelly. Great-grandparents are Marty Morris of Sunlakes, AZ, Edgar Evenson of Peterson, MN and Richard and Rose Squier of Morris, MN.

    Past week: hacker funeral gslc Glenwood and Herman fair activities, Heil funeral faith, bible study –Gs, staples memorial gathering 1st, services at Gs w/Eystads

 

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July 20th-26th

Welcome to another edition of the Donnelly news

Weather news:  it has been hot and muggy this week however we also had some timely rain showers. Crops are looking very good

ST. John's/ Kongsvinger news: joint services at 9:30 a.m. on 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays of the month at Kongsvinger, 2nd, 4th Sunday at ST. John's followed by a coffee hour at both churches. Communion service 1st and 4th Sundays

The parish is again coordinating the annual block party on July 30th at St John's from 5-7 p.m., free-will offering for the food shelf

Luther crest VBS will be held on July 29th-August 1st at Faith Morris starting at 9 a.m. cosponsored by the parish, Faith and First Morris and Trinity Cyrus. Contact the church office for more info.

GSLC news: Summer services continue every Wednesday at 7 p.m., Pr Mike Hanson will be preaching on the 24th

The posters and buttons for the bee have arrived I have a few otherwise call 320-246-3337. You can also visit the website: donellythreshingbee.com; the theme is 54 years of hometown fun, the feature is gas engines next year it is Ford new Holland

Donnelly city council meets on August 3rd in the council chambers at 4 p.m.

The rendsville 4-h will not meet in August due to the fair

The Stevens county genealogical society meets on August 8th at 1:30 p.m. at the library

The bookmobile is in town on July 29th from 3:45--4:00 p.m. on Main St.

VFW auxiliary annual salad luncheon is July 25th 11 a.m. 1 p.m. old #1 Southside

Lloyd Hoyer of Morris passed away on July 10th survivors include his grandson Rob (Peggy) Jergenson of Morris and their family. Peggy is a former Donnelly area resident

Pam Heil of Morris passed away on July 17th survivors include her daughter Ann (Brian) Erdahl and their family of Morris. Brian is a former Donnelly area resident

    Past week: Mumm funeral -Zion; Christians visitation-Herman; Big Stone County fair activities Clinton, workday at Grant County  fairgrounds Herman, Geise benefit Legion-Morris, Bonanza Valley days Brooten, a visit to Harold Rippe as his home in Glenwood, services at Gs w/Eystads

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July 13-19th

Welcome to another edition of the Donnelly news

Weather news:  some timely showers and sunny, mild weather means crops are looking very good so far.

ST. John's/ Kongsvinger news: joint services at 9:30 a.m. on 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays of the month at Kongsvinger, 2nd, 4th Sunday at ST. John's followed by a coffee hour at both churches. Communion service 1st and 4th Sundays

The parish is again coordinating the annual block party on July 30th at St John's from 5-7 p.m., free will offering for the food shelf

Luther Crest VBS will be held on July 29th-August 1st at Faith Morris starting at 9 a.m. cosponsored by the parish, Faith and First Morris and Trinity Cyrus. Contact the church office for more info.

GSLC news: Summer services continue every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Pr AJ Kluver from Alex will be preaching on July 17th,

Open house a bridal shower for Jenna Niemann, bride-to-be of Justin Stallman of Donnelly, will be held today (Saturday,) from 1-3 p.m. at the Kongsvinger Parish Hall. Everyone is welcome. Justin and Jenna's marriage will take place at Kongsvinger on August 17th, 2019 His parents are Jeff and Marylinn (Mau) of Donnelly 

Janet Hacker of Morris passed away on July 9th survivors include her daughter in law Kay (Anderson) (Eugene) of Hancock Kay is a former Donnelly area resident

Luke Christians of Herman passed away on July 5th survivors include his aunt Brenda (Jeff) Volker of Morris formerly of Donnelly & their family

The Threshing bee Royalty was in the Hancock and Starbuck parades on July 4th and 6th 

The Donnelly community club had their monthly meeting on July 8th as we continue preparations for the bee on August 24th and 25th the posters and buttons are here I have a few of each, if you want one, otherwise contact Corrine Kruize 246-3337 to get either or both. The buttons will be on sale soon in the area. We have four young ladies running for queen and 2 for little Miss this year. The toy tractor raffles this year are mini-steam engines, you can purchase a raffle ticket for them for $2 at the bee. This year's feature is gas engines; next years is Ford and New Holland more info 795-2437 or 246- 3337 e-mail donnellythreshingbeeatrunestone.net

Bob Burner, the co-op manager informed us at the community club meeting that Cenex had a contest for managers to talk about their town. One of the winners chosen was Donnelly; he said what wowed the judges was the fact we had a two-day celebration put on by all volunteers.

Herman Red Hats will meet Friday, July 19th at 11:00 a.m. at the Grant County Fair 4 H food stand for Lunch.

    Past week: 4th of July activities at Kong and Hancock Heritage Days activities Starbuck, community club mtg, Donnelly, Donnelly co-op 100th aniv celebration

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July 6th-12th

Welcome to another edition of the Donnelly news

Weather news:  Crops are looking good thanks to some sunny warm weather along with a few showers during the past week. Understand gardens are doing well too, although a friend said that she doubted she would have much garden produce to show at some of the local fairs later this month

ST. John's/ Kongsvinger news: joint services at 9:30 a.m. on 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays of the month at Kongsvinger, 2nd, 4th Sunday at ST. John's followed by a coffee hour at both churches. Communion service 1st and 4th Sundays

The parish is again coordinating the annual block party on July 30th at St John's

The Kongsvinger Krusaders are participating in the Relay for Life at the Lee Center in Morris again this year, on July 12th, starting at 5 P.m. with a meal followed by opening ceremonies at 6 P.m.

Luther crest VBS will be held on July 29th-August 1st in Morris cosponsored by the parish, Faith and First Morris and Trinity Cyrus.

GSLC news: Summer services continue every Wednesday at 7 p.m. No services on July 10th, but Pr AJ Kluver from Alex will be preaching on July 17th,

Other church news: Nominations are now open for candidates for threshing bee royalty (little Miss ages 8-10) (Queen ages 16-18) contact Sandy Dunn 246-3292 for more info. Deadline is July 7th

OPEN HOUSE BRIDAL SHOWER for Jenna Niemann, bride-to-be of Justin Stallman of Donnelly will be held on Saturday, July 13th, 2019 (time to be announced) at the Kongsvinger Parish Hall. Everyone is welcome. Justin and Jenna's marriage will take place at Kongsvinger on August 17th, 2019. If you are interested in serving on the shower committee, please contact the parish office. His parents are Jeff and Marylinn (Mau) of Donnelly   

On June 15th at west Pomme de Terre Lodge Kourtney Giese and Gabel Hoseth were married her parents are Brad and Kristi Geise formerly of the Herman/Donnelly area   

On June 29th  in ND Jana Loher and Nolan Peirce were married; her parents are Jody, Jerry Loher, grandmother, is Bertha Larson, all except Nolan are former Donnelly area residents   

This year, nominations and elections for Stevens County FSA board will be held in local administrative area LAA 3, which includes Donnelly, Rendsville, Swan Lake, Framnas and Hodges Townships. Contact the Morris FSA for more info.

Donnelly city council meets today (Sat) at 4 p.m. at city hall

Dfd and community club will meet on July 8th at the fire and community hall at 7 P.m.

Herman Red Hats will meet Friday, July 19th at 11:00 am at the Grant County Fair 4 H food stand for Lunch.

    Past week: talent show -eastside park; ice cream socials at SV and St J Starbuck, Viking land band festival Alex, Casey Lesmeister visitation, Faith, bible study at GS