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by Jeff Olsen Mayor Dan Fabian, the former Roseau High School health and physical education teacher, who ran a tight ship, whether in the classroom or in the gym, is on his final stint - which might be another decade - as a public servant after serving in the Minnesota State Legislature. He is never at a loss for words. "What we lost in the last 13 months was 135 years of experience with the retirements of Ward Anderson, David Drown, and then Jeff Klein and Brian DeMars in the police...
by Jeff Olsen Carol (née Kidder) Parker, 99, a native of Claremont, Minnesota, who in her prime possessed a sweet golf swing and a deadly putter along with a penchant for speed whenever she got behind the wheel, was the center of attention on Sunday, January 21, at the Warroad Senior Living Center while celebrating her 99th birthday as well as being recognized for her 86 years as a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Her dad, George Kidder, had served in World War I in the U.S. Army, and...
by Laurel Latham Brenda Yanok is an enthusiastic supporter of Folk School Warroad. "I love the arts and different cultures," said Brenda. "I believe we all can learn from each other and build bridges to community understanding through the shared classes at Folk School Warroad." Last Saturday January, 20, Brenda taught a Jelly Roll Race Quilt Class at the Folk School. "There was room for six students and five attended," explained Brenda. "Everyone brought their own sewing machine, thread and a...
Essay by: Bella Johnson Veteran Narrative Essay Roseau Community School Mrs. Olsen Gary Gustafson, Gus as he is better known, served in the US military as an Army member from July 1965 to July 1967. When he got out of the military he was at the rank Sargent E5 and he had received the basic awards of marksmen, good conduct, overseas service, etc. When I was talking with Gus about his experiences and military life, a main idea that kept coming up in our conversation was how the military was an...
There is a story of a young woman named Much Afraid, and her journey away from her Fearing family She was asked to go to the High Places of the Shepherd, guided by her two companions Sorrow and Suffering. It is an allegory of a Christian devotional life from salvation through maturity. It aims to show how a Christian is transformed from unbeliever to immature believer to mature believer, who walks daily with God as easily on the High Places of Joy in the spirit as in the daily life of mundane... Full story
Recently I received a letter from someone in another part of the country expressing sadness over the sin by which they have been overtaken. Even though their situation had nothing to do with me directly, they expressed hope that I “might find it in my heart to forgive them.” My first reaction was that there was no need to offer forgiveness on my part since the situation did not affect me. But on further reflection on the matter, I realized that all sin affects everybody either directly or ind...
For my northern friends, the Canteen in the Alley is a very small restaurant in Ottumwa, Iowa. It seats 16 people on stools around the horseshoe counter. A canteen sandwich is a loose meat hamburger. (Scrambled.) You can get a Canteen with, or without cheese, and that’s about it. Oh, they also offer egg sandwiches, and hotdogs. No fries, but they have great pie. People will stand in line waiting for a seat, but a lot of folks get their food to go. It’s a cozy place. The focal point of the res... Full story
5 years ago – Jan. 26, 2019 Hefty Seed Company in Roseau was having their open house on January 30. They opened a franchise in Roseau in mid-December. Max Wilson was the 2019 Roseau Geography Bee Champion. Emma Dunham was the runner-up and Levi Dieter placed third. “Wrestler of the Week” awards were given to Broden Larson (1st and 2nd grade), Ryker Burkel (Pre-K) and David Dunham (3rd-4th grade). Local students named to the MSU Moorhead Dean’s List were Aleta Sanford, Keyara Anderson and Kil...
We used to have really smart Republicans in Congress and not this fringe element of quacks like Rep. Paul Gosar, the far-right congressman from Arizona. The January 19 headline in The New Republic read: Paul Gosar Whines There Aren't Enough White People in the Military According to the piece, Gosar is agitated that fewer white people are joining the military. He blames it on "woke ideologies." I immediately looked up his biography in Wikipedia to ascertain whether Gosar, 65, had put his white...
Last week didn't end well. First, I turned the water on in my kitchen sink Friday morning and I only had a dribble of cold water coming out. I left the water running and opened the cabinet doors so it would hopefully thaw out. The good news was it was only froze at the kitchen sink faucet and nowhere else. Next, I go out in the garage to have my morning coffee and a smoke. The phone rings and Julie's name shows up on my phone. I don't want to answer it because I know it's not going to be good... Full story
The only Spanish this old Norwegian understands is “El Nino”. As the wrestler from yesteryear used to say, “That is all the people need to know”. Baron Von Rashke was a character with “the claw”. The last time I heard of him he was operating a baitshop in Minnesota. It would have been a tough sell to convince the generation before the “boomers” that it was just entertainment. Vern Gagne, Da Crusher, Mad Dog, The Butcher, Hacksaw Jim Dugan, the Macho Man were but a few. They had mouths that could talk trash and moves and bad attitude to back it...
Roseau- Bud passed away on December 29, 2023 at Oak Manor in Roseau at the age of 94 years. Vernon(Bud) Johnson was born in Roseau on Feb 22nd 1929 to Arnold and Edith(Burress) Johnson. Bud’s father, Arnold, owned and operated an electrical repair business, involving radio, television, heating, air-conditioning, electric motors, batteries, etc. Bud grew up being immersed in this environment, as a result he was one of the local experts at repair before he ever received any formal training. As a...
Fort Mill, S.C.- Thomas Ryan Peterson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully in his home on January 20, 2024, at the age of 72. He was born on August 11, 1951, in Grafton, N.D., the son of Carl "Ike" and Lucille (Eng) Peterson. Tom, as he was affectionately known, grew up in Badger, graduating from Badger High School in 1969. Shortly after, he answered the call to serve his country and enlisted in the United States Army. Tom proudly served during the...
Warroad- Lois B. Hamlin passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024 at the Warroad Senior Living Center at the age of 86. Lois was born April 11, 1937 at home in Warroad to Charles "Hubert" and Maline (Lundeen) Hamlin. She attended country schools and Warroad High School, graduating in 1956. She worked at a bakery in Virginia to put herself through college. Lois graduated from the Virginia School of Practical Nursing in 1959, where she was selected an outstanding student. She started her nursing...
Roseau- Roderick (Rocky) Carter Peterson, 64, of Roseau, passed in Roseau, on January 20, 2024. He was born in Port Washington, Wis. on October 10, 1959 to Dennis and Carol (Thom) Peterson. He was a bright, smiling active youth who enjoyed participating in many sports. Rocky attended Port Washington High School before becoming a welder working in Texas, North Dakota and finally Roseau with many years at Polaris Industries. He had an infectious laugh and was kind and always smiling. He seemed to...
Submitted by Pat Garry, Staff Writer The Roseau girls basketball team started the week with back-to-back victories. On Monday, January 22, the Lady Rams out-lasted a good Warroad team, 67-63, at Roseau High School. Tuesday’s action resulted in a 57-46 win over a formidable Crookston bunch, once again at Roseau HS. Warroad Game (Halftime score was 34-30, Rams) Scoring breakdown Roseau: Reagan Kvien 17, Sophie Olson 7, Brooklyn Hulst 14, Anya Severson 24, Anna Ulvin 2, Casey Kendrick 3. Scoring breakdown Warroad: Danika Gustafson 4, Zepora L... Full story
Submitted by Pat Garry, Staff Writer The Warroad boys hockey team now sits at an impressive 15-3-0, following its 5-2 win over Duluth Denfeld, on Friday, January 19, at The Gardens Arena. Scoring by periods: Warroad: 1, 2, 2; Duluth Denfeld: 0, 1, 1; Shots on goal favored Warroad, 33-19; Warriors Individual Scoring: Carson Pilgrim, 1 goal, 2 assists; Damon Skappel, 1 goal; Thomas Grapentine, 1 goal, 1 assist; Taven James, 2 assists; Ryan Shaugabay, 1 assist; Broden Hontvet, 1 goal; Ryan Lund, 1 goal; Will Hardwick, 1 assist; Goalie Ben Norris,... Full story