Thursday, July 8, 2021

donnelly news

July 13th-20th

 

Welcome another edition of the Donnelly news. I am dedicating this issue to the memory of my mom & dad, who were married on July 10th, 1949, in Elbow Lake.

Weather News, after a sweltering weekend, temps have cooled off, and as I am writing this Tue. Eve, it has rained most of the day "million $ rain" (about an inch). Last week we had a hail storm west of Donnelly that striped some fields, I was informed.

St, John's/Kongsvinger news: If you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the Parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The Parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. from 7\26-7/31. Please get in touch with either the Faith or Parish office for more details or to register.

Kongsvinger Krusaders will be a part of the Relay for life on July 23rd at the Lee Center in Morris starting at 5 p.m. For more info, contact the church office.

There will be a virtual block party again this yr. during July to raise funds for the Stevens county food shelf

 

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

Wed eve services are at 7 p.m.; bible studies are Mon eve at 7 p.m., and Tue a.m. at ten a.m.no bible study for the next 2 wks.

On July 26-29th, 1–4 p.m., VBS will be held at the church. For more info contact Pr Martha Hanson 320-334-4089

Other church news west-central area churches present Ernie Haase and signature sound in concert at MAES concert hall July 16th at 7 p.m. a meal (free-will donation) will precede the concert at 5 p.m. This concert is a benefit for FMSC packing event tickets and other info https://www.erniehaase.com/tour.

At Summit cemetery on July 21st at 11 a.m., there will be graveside services for Wally McCollar 

Jason Armstrong of Farwell passed away on July 1st. survivors include the mother of his children Nicki (Hurlbut), a former Donnelly resident, and their family

John Arthur Kroening of Appleton passed away on June 30th. Survivors include his brother-in-law Dick Cady of Donnelly and his family...

Kari Jasper of Balsam Lake, Wis. passed away on July 3rd survivors include her father, Jim Jasper of Clear Lake, formerly of Donnelly.

 

 

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John's Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept. The bookmobile stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

 At the Place to Be in Donnelly at 6 p.m. on July 22nd, Aug.5 & 19th, the DFD will be having a meat raffle.

Please note the "official" FB page is Donnelly. Minnesota Threshing Bee. This year's show is on Aug. 28th & 29th; the feature is Ford/Massy Ferguson. Next yrs feature will be International Harvester.

Members of the Rendsville 4-h club are selling buttons for the Stevens county fair next month. If you buy one from a 4-h member, they get to keep some of the money.

Becky Deal is home from the St. Cloud hosp. Her brother Elroy Frank has started a go fund site for her; https://gofund.me/8cc4fbef.by.

Brochures from the Donnelly walking tour are now in the po.

Driving by Aanerud field one time I was in Donnelly, I saw some work done out there, so I assume some ball games are out there this yr.

The threshing bee royalty was part of the heritage day's parade in Starbuck.

Sarah Koning is the new clerk/treasurer in Donnelly

The past couple of weeks: LL games at Wells Park, regular services, and Mon. eve and Tue a.m. Bible study at Gs, Viking land band festival parade in Alex activities of the Hancock 4th and Heritage days in Starbuck, services, and 4th of July celebration at Kong Mon, eve and Tuesday a.m.  Bible study at Gs

Rusc Kinship lunch buddies are returning this fall contact the office for more details 585 7872

After bible study Tue, I traveled to Donnelly and stopped in to see Jim & Lou Eystad for a few min. They are doing o.k.

Sorry for there being no column last week; my e-mail to the paper got stuck in the "outbox," and I did not realize it in time. You can read it at Donnelly minn.blogspot.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 


Wednesday, June 30, 2021

donnelly news

 

July 6th-13th

Welcome another edition of the Donnelly news. This issue is dedicated to the memory of my mom & dad, who were married on July 10th 1949 in Elbow Lake.

Weather News: it remains hot & dry we have had a few minor showers of rain. However, as I am writing this Mon evening, we are getting a light rain shower. We did not get much, but parts of the Donnelly area did and even had some storm damage west of town, I am told. Spraying /haying are the main tasks for farmers so far. Crops continue to look good; most corn should be "knee-high by the 4th."

St, John's/Kongsvinger news: If you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the Parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The Parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. from 7\26-7/31. Please contact either the Faith or Parish office for more details or to register.

 

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

Wed eve services are at 7 p.m.; bible studies are Mon eve at 7 p.m., and Tue a.m. at 10 a.m.

There will be an informational meeting on July 11th following church service regarding Lighthouse Learning using Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  More info lighthouselearningmorris@gmail.co o

n July 26-29th 1–4 p.m., VBS will be held at the church. For more info contact Pr Martha Hanson 320-334-4089

Other church news west-central area churches present Ernie Haase and signature sound in concert at MAES CONCERT HALL July 16th at 7 p.m. This concert is a benefit for FMSC packing event tickets and other info https://www.erniehaase.com/tour.

 

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John's Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept. The bookmobile stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

 At the Place to Be in Donnelly at 6 p.m. on July 8th and 22nd Aug.5 & 19th at 6 p.m., the DFD will be having a meat raffle.

Please note the "official" FB page is DonnellyMinnesota Threshing Bee. This year's show is on Aug. 28th & 29th; the feature is Ford/Massy Ferguson. Next yrs feature will be International Harvester.

Members of the Rendsville 4-h club are selling buttons for the Stevens county fair next month. If you buy one from a 4-h member, they get to keep some of the money.

Becky Deal is home from the St. Cloud hosp. Her brother Elroy Frank has started a go fund site for her; https://gofund.me/8cc4fbef.by.

Brochures from the Donnelly walking tour are now in the po.

Driving by Aanerud field one time I was in Donnelly, I saw some work done out there, so I assume there will be some ball games out there this yr.

The past wk. LL games at Wells Park, regular services, and Mon. eve and Tue a.m. Bible study.at Gs, Viking land band festival parade in Alex

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Donnelly news

 

June 29th-July 6th

Welcome another edition of the Donnelly news. note I have an early deadline next week Weds noon.

Weather News: we had a nice rain on Sunday so far; this week has a bit cool. Spraying haying is the main task for farmers so far. Crops continue to look good; most corn should be knee-high by the 4th.”

St, John’s/Kongsvinger news: If you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the Parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The Parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. from 7\26-7/31. Please contact either the Faith or Parish office for more details or to register.

ON July 4th at Kongsvinger Lutheran Church, Donnelly, at 9:30 a.m., there will be a Worship Service with Holy Communion - followed by a Brunch and Fellowship - Provided by the KLCW. 

A free-will offering will be collected and given to the Lutheran World Relief.   All are Welcome!

 

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

  Wed eve services are at 7 p.m.; bible studies are Mon eve at 7 p.m., and Tue a.m. at 10 a.m.

There will be an informational meeting on July 11th following church service regarding Lighthouse Learning using Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  More info lighthouselearningmorris@gmail.com

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John’s Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept. The bookmobile stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

 At the Place to Be in Donnelly at 6 p.m. on July 8th and 22nd Aug.5 & 19th at 6 p.m., the DFD will be having a meat raffle.

Please note the “official” FB page is Donnelly, Minnesota Threshing Bee. This yrs show is on Aug. 28 & 29th; the feature is Ford/Massy Ferguson. Next yrs feature will be international Harvester.

The threshing bee royalty was a part of the Runestone Days parade in Ktown on Sunday.

Rocking c horse farm located west of Donnelly is currently open for the summer http://www.familyentertainment.farm 320-246-3455

By the time you read this, Becky Deal should be home from the St. Cloud hosp. Her brother Elroy Frank has started a go fund site for her; https://gofund.me/8cc4fbef.by.

Hazel Olson of Morris passed away on June 18th survivors include her niece Diane (Glen) Amundson of Donnelly and their family.

 The president’s honor list at NDSCS includes Ryanne Long from the Herman/Donnelly area; her dad (Clyde) works at the Donnelly co-op.

Brochures from the Donnelly walking tour are now in the po.

Driving by Aanerud field one time I was in Donnelly, I saw some work done out there, so I assume there will be some ball games out there this yr.

There will be a retirement open house for Linda Holland and Veronica Curfman June 30th; 4:30-7:30 pm at Pomme de Tere park main shelter. Linda is from Donnelly

The June 22nd edition of the SCT contains the latest honor roll from MAHS. Too many Donnelly kids to list here but check out the kids’ accomplishments

The past wk. LL games at Wells Park, Runestone Days activities in KTOWN regular services, and adult Ed Mon eve and Tue. A.m. Bible study at GSLC, Rusc kinship garden gala at Pomme de Tere Park

Thursday, June 17, 2021

donnelly news

 

June 22nd-29th

Welcome another edition of the Donnelly news.

Weather News: some rain last week was welcome, but it is still hot & dry. Some farmers are running their irrigation systems crops look ok so far. 

 

St, John's/Kongsvinger news: If you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the Parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The Parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. from 7\26-7/31. Please contact either the faith or Parish office for more details or to register.

On the 4th of July at Kong this yr. we will have joint worship services at 9:30 a.m., followed by a brunch

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

  Wed eve services are at 7 p.m.; bible studies are Mon eve at 7 p.m., and Tue a.m. at 10 a.m.

There will be an informational meeting on July 11th following church service in regards to Lighthouse Learning using Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. 

Other church news: there will be a capstone ministry event with Rev Dan Schmeltzer at zion-Morris on June 27th during 9 a.m. services. Dan and his wife will give a presentation at 4 p.m. at the church, followed by a meal. They area ministry to the st children in Kenya

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John's Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept.

 The bookmobile has resumed its regular schedule with stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

 At the Place to Be in Donnelly at 6 p.m. on June 24th, July 8th, and 22nd Aug.5 & 19th at 6 p.m., the DFD will be having a meat raffle.

Rusc Kinship events: garden gala June 23rd, 5–7 p.m. Pomme de Park: family fun night Pomme de Terre public access starting at 5:30 p.m. For more info, call  (320) 585-7872  http://www.rusckinship.org/.

 

Please note the "official" FB page is Donnelly. Minnesota threshing bee. This yrs show is on Aug. 28 &29th; the feature is ford/Massy Ferguson. Next yrs feature will be international Harvester.

The threshing bee royalty was a part of the Chokio community picnic parade.

Rocking c horse farm located west of Donnelly is currently open for the summer http://www.familyentertainment.farm 320-246-3455

Becky Deihl, c/o CentraCare Saint Cloud Hospital address 1406 6 Avenue north Saint Cloud MN  56303 room 17, she recently had a leg amputated. Her brother Elroy has started a go fund site for her; https://gofund.me/8cc4fbef.

David Nachbor passed away on June 12th. He and his family were the caretakers of Neimackl Lake Park about halfway between Herman & Donnelly for many years.

Troy Boettcher of Warba, MN passed away on June 8th survivors include his dad Ed (Lori) Boetcher and a brother Tim all of Donnelly

Danielle Hoberg of Donnelly made the Dean's list at Alex Tech

Isaac Nienhaus 4th place for Hancock track in the sections; Tiger Lydia Fynboh is going to the state in track

The past, adult Ed regular and wed eve services at Gs, ll games at wells, Chokio community picnic parade, Jim Riley and sons celebration Morris, community club mtg Donnelly hall

 

Thursday, June 10, 2021

donnelly news

 

June 15th-22nd

Welcome another edition of the Donnelly news.

Weather News: it has been very hot and dry the past week. Crops are ok so far, but rain is badly needed. Farmers are busy spraying and haying. 

 

St, John's/Kongsvinger news: If you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the Parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The Parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. from 7\26-7/31. Please contact either the faith or Parish office for more details or to register.

On the 4th of July at Kong this yr. we will have joint worship services at 9:30 a.m., followed by a brunch

Arne Robert Larson (David & Hannah) is the newest member of Kongsvinger. His baptism was on May 30th at Kong.

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

  Wed eve services are at 7 p.m.; bible studies are Mon eve at 7 p.m., and Tue a.m. at 10 a.m.

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John's Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept.

 The bookmobile has resumed its regular schedule with stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

 At the Place to Be in Donnelly at 6 p.m. on June 24th, July 8th, and 22nd Aug.5 & 19th at 6 p.m., the DFD will be having a meat raffle.

Rusc Kinship events: garden gala June 23rd, 5–7 p.m. Pomme de Park: family fun night Pomme de Terre public access starting at 5:30 p.m. For more info, call  (320) 585-7872  http://www.rusckinship.org/

Plans continue to have a threshing bee this year, hopefully. Anyone with ideas of activities/events we could add should contact an officer with the community club. 

From Sandy Dunn: As of now, the planning has started for the scheduling of the Bee as usual. 

Starting June 1st -20th, we will be looking for candidates interested in running for our 2021/2022 Threshing Bee Royalty.

Eligibility for Little Miss candidates are ages 8-10, and Queen/Princess candidates are ages 14-18. There is a box in the Donnelly po for nominations

Keep a watch for more info soon to follow as we move forward in the planning stages.

Please note the "official" FB page is Donnelly Minnesota threshing bee

The threshing bee royalty was a part of the Cyrus Days parade.

The past week BBB at the fireside, regular services, adult Ed bible studies wed eve services at Gs, ll games at wells, Cyrus Days activities.

While in Cyrus, I visited some with former Donnelly area resident David Jergenson

.Kamren Sperr of Donnelly is an intern at Cenex Harvest States (elevator) this summer

Carmen Marlene Peterson of Hoffman passed away on June 1st. Among her survivors is her sister-in-law Janet Olson of Hoffman, formerly of Donnelly.

Raymond Chapman Burrow born May 27th Jim & Jenna Burrow of Morris grandparents include Scott & Beth Heinrich of Morris

Peggy Jergenson was among the support staff at MAS honored recently

Donnelly Rod & Gun Club Walleye fishing contest on Pomme De Terre Lake (Perkins Lake) June 20th, starting with registration at 9 a.m. For more info, call 320-287-3901 or 219-6927

Rocking c horse farm located west of Donnelly is currently open for the summer http://www.familyentertainment.farm 320-246-3455

Becky Deihl c/o CentraCare Saint Cloud Hospital address 1406 6 Avenue north Saint Cloud MN  56303 room 17, she recently had a leg amputated.

 

Thursday, June 3, 2021

donnelly news

June 8th -15th

Welcome to the graduation issue edition of the Donnelly news. I have listed the grads that I know have a Donnelly connection along with their parents, grandparents, and on some occasions, great grandparents

Weather News: I guess summer is finally here as we have been having some lovely days even had some rain last week. Crops look nice

St, John's/Kongsvinger news: If you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. 7\26-7/31 contact either church office for more details or to register

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

  Wed eve services have started with Pr Martha Hanson preaching

BBB is at 6:30 p.m. at the fireside in Morris.

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John's Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept.

 The bookmobile has resumed its regular schedule with stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

Rusc Kinship garden gala June 23rd, 5–7 p.m. Pomme de Park

There will be no ice cream social in June this yr.

Plans continue to have a threshing bee this year, hopefully. Anyone with ideas of activities/events we could add should contact an officer with the community club. 

From Sandy Dunn: As of now, the planning has started for the scheduling of the Bee as usual. 

Starting June 1st -20th, we will be looking for candidates interested in running for our 2021/2022 Threshing Bee Royalty.

Eligibility for Little Miss candidates are ages 8-10, and Queen/Princess candidates are ages 14-18.

Keep a watch for more info soon to follow as we move forward in the planning stages.

Please note the "official" fb page is Donnelly Minnesota threshing bee

While putting up decorations in Grant co Saturday, I stopped at the Barret, care center to visit Helen Peterson.

The past week: open house for Bob Burner at the co-op in Donnelly .grad open house for Brady Loge at the Pomme De Terre golf clubhouse. Memorial Day services at MAES regular services and adult Ed at Gs.

During coffee hr. at Gs, I had an opportunity to say goodbye to Jack Fuchs. He and his wife are moving to TX permanently.

At Brady's open house, I had an opportunity to say "hi" to my former neighbors Gary & Steve Loge.

Donnelly rod & gun Club Walleye fishing contest on Pomme De Terre Lake (Perkins Lake) June 20th starting with registration at 9 am more info call 320-287-3901 or 219-6927

I want to wish my dad (June 7th) and my mom (June 16th) happy birthdays in heaven

Rocking c horse farm located west of Donnelly is currently open for the summer

http://www.familyentertainment.farm  320-246-3455

GRADS:  Isaac Nienhaus (Barry & Patty) HHS

Bryce Hacker Chris & Becky (Charles & Deb) HHS

Brooke Gillespie (Curt & Judy) Vivian Bjorlin NDSU

All other Grads are from MAHS

Hannah Flogstad (Matt & Susan)

Derek Giese (Brian & Holly) grand Howard & Ditto

Hailey Jackson (Deb Smith, Darwin Jackson) Cal & Jan Bumgardner

Callista Kill (Joe & Julie) Dick Cady

Courtney Lehman (Nick & Laura) (Paul & Nancy Thompson) great Grandparents Glen & Gertie Werk

Brady Backman (Jon & Jackie) Liz Aschman

Brady Loge (Ryan & Jill) Steve & Liz

Ryan Miller (Jason & Julie) Gene & Sharon

Tristian Raths; (Scott & Jackie) Bill & Deb Kill great the grandmother is Esther Uhden.

Justus Moser (Jon & Lori) Harry & Corinne Kruize; Nancy & Glenn Knopp

Destiny Pollard, (Brent, Chrissy) Craig, and Bonnie Moses

Kylen Running Hawk, Laurie Lessier, Charles Lasley Sr., & Percy Lesser

Cade Wente Chad & Jackie (Dick & Linda)


Wednesday, May 26, 2021

donnelly news

 June 1st-8th

Welcome to another edition of the Donnelly news.

Weather News: more summer-like temps have prevailed in the past week; however, it is still very dry around here. Most of the crops are starting to come up.

St, John's/Kongsvinger news: if you require pastoral care or need info about service times or any other event in the parish, please call the parish office 320-246-3211, e-mail stjkong@runestone.net

The parish will be participating in VBS at Faith Morris this yr. 7\26-7/31 contact either church office for more details or to register

Destiny Pollard and Courtney Lehman were honored on baccalaureate sun at Kong. On May 23rd

Gslc news: if you need info about anything going on in the church, call 585-6868 or e-mail gslcmorris@gmail.com

  in June Wed eve services start they will be a repeat of the Sun a.m. services


BBB returns on June 2nd at 6:30 p.m. at the fireside in Morris.

Community organization meetings: The Rendsville 4-h meets on the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at St John's Donnelly. The City council meets on the 1st Sat of the month at 4 p.m. at city hall.  The community club meetings are on the 2nd Mon of the month at the community hall at 7 p.m. & the Donnelly Fire Department meets on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the fire hall. The Stevens county genealogical society will resume meeting in Sept.

 The bookmobile will resume its regular schedule today (Tue.) with stops in Donnelly on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month on Main Street from 2:45–3:00 p.m.; for more info, call 218.739.5286 or visit https://www.viking.lib.mn.us/bookmobile. Also, the VLS is offering a summer reading program: Vlsbookmobile.beanstack.org.

Note I am planning on having my annual grad issue next month, so if you have somebody graduating, especially from higher ed, please let me know.

Rusc Kinship garden gala June 23rd, 5–7 p.m. Pomme de Park

There will be no ice cream social in June this yr.

Plans continue to have a threshing bee this year, hopefully. Anyone with ideas of activities/events we could add should contact an officer with the community club.  

From Sandy Dunn: As of now, the planning has started for the scheduling of the Bee as usual.  

Starting June 1st -20th, we will be looking for candidates interested in running for our 2021/2022 Threshing Bee Royalty.

Eligibility for Little Miss candidates are ages 8-10, and Queen/Princess candidates are ages 14-18. 

Keep a watch for more info soon to follow as we move forward in the planning stages.

Please note the "official" fb page is Donnelly Minnesota threshing bee

Congrats to Mitch Daly, the new manager at the Donnelly co-op, He is taking over from Bob Burner, who has retired after 17 years.  

 Wally McCollar's family informs me that they are planning on having a service for him in July.

Death notices: none

The past week: Legion riders brat feed legion Morris customer appreciation cookout at Heartland motors regular services bible study and adult Ed at Gs. Schs annual meeting