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“The City is ready, we are mobilized and we are in position to adapt to yet unknown mandates and/or situations. We will do everything in our power to continue to provide excellent services to our residents and businesses. We continue to work closely with State, Federal & Local Agencies; including our healthcare, school, and business communities to minimize the risk to all of our residents. However, this situation is evolving so quickly that it will be impossible for the City to be your primary source of information. You MUST accept the p... Full story
by Jeff Olsen They were Badger kids once who were sweet on each other, a couple of farm kids who got married at 19 and are now 89. They are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on Wednesday, March 25. Credit Lloyd with great eyesight. The former Norma Sando is still a good looker, a petite lady who raised three kids and took care of her man. She is one for the ages. Recently, they sat in their kitchen, a fourplex near Polaris, and remembered much of the years gone by. They are 1949 Badger...
by Jeff Olsen It's such an unusual spot to hang a grave marker, but what was Roseau County Veterans Service Officer Martin "Marty" Howes supposed to do? "Oscar's daughter came to see me. She had parked in the back. She's a very petite little lady and older, but not that old, and she carried that marker into my office. They're made out of bronze and they're heavy, probably 40 pounds or better," he said. "She brought it into my office. It had been damaged, and she wanted to get a replacement for...
by Noah Stave, English 7, Mrs. Didrikson It was a hot, sunny afternoon when my friend and I decided to go fishing on the Roseau River. Later, we found out our going wasn't such a good idea. So this was the time when me and my friend went fishing on the Roseau River. The bank of the river was really muddy and wet, and we both stood on this little pallet thing not wearing boots. We had our good school shoes on. Later, I realized that standing that close to each other was a bad idea. I cast my... Full story
Governor Tim Walz today issued Executive Order 20-01 declaring a peacetime emergency in Minnesota and unveiled legislative proposals to prepare for the COVID-19 pandemic. These actions came in conjunction with the Minnesota Department of Health announcing new community mitigation strategies to limit the spread of the virus. “The safety and well-being of Minnesotans is my top priority and we are working around the clock to combat the spread of COVID-19,” said Governor Walz. “I am declaring a peacetime emergency in Minnesota to ensure the State...
Submitted by Gregg Iverson As most everything else has been cancelled, the Roseau Rams boys basketball awards banquet that was to be held Sunday, March 15th, followed suit. Via messaging with Coach Ken Hayden, I was able to get this years award winners. Receiving team awards were: Jed Dunham, Offensive MVP; Jace Hulst, Defensive MVP and Ram Award; Steele Walsh, Most Improved; Mitch Laznicka, JV Most Improved. The Ram boys team is also in two conferences which are the Northwest Conference and the North Border Conference. Receiving conference...
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison today provided warnings, tips, and resources to Minnesota consumers so that they can be on the lookout for and protect themselves from scams related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (“COVID-19”). With the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rising in Minnesota, scammers are increasingly preying on Minnesota consumers by attempting to sell them bogus products or unproven treatments, as well as attempting to trick them into revealing their sensitive personal or financial information. Attorney General Ell...
Looking Back 5 years ago – Mar. 21, 2015 Dr. Virginia (Olson) Benson, a 1954 Roseau High School graduate, was honored on March 13 in Cleveland, Ohio, as the recipient of the Robert C. Gaede Lifetime Achievement Award in Historic Preservation. Bill and Carol Rey were ending their long run at the Credit Bureau of Roseau when they close the business at the end of March. After 40 years of service to Roseau Electric Cooperative, Randy Spicer was retiring. An open house for Randy was to be held on M...
On Tuesday morning, I texted a very good friend, Aaron Rose, who was born on St. Patrick's Day right here in Roseau exactly 42 years ago. "You'll remember this birthday. Even the bars are closed! Luckily, the liquor store is still open." If I were a bookie, I'd be crying right now. How's a guy going to make some easy money if there isn't even a game to bet on? It's the new normal. I don't know what to think now that the bars are shut down. I hardly drink anymore. In the old days, there was a...
I can't seem to wrap my head around the Coronavirus. I know it's serious, but the behavior of some people is making me go...huh?!? My most bizarre time during all of this so far is when I went to get groceries. The parking lot was packed for a Saturday, but I didn't think much of it until I walked in and it felt eerie! A lot of people and a lot of items gone! I grabbed a cart and proceeded to get my usual Saturday items. Which includes whatever we are eating for the weekend and whatever we are...
The sky is falling! The sky is falling! The current coronavirus pandemic is a life or death situation for many. This is especially true for old over the hill senior citizens like yours truly. The experts say people sixty-five and older are the most at risk. The average age of the dead is eighty. Grandpa used to say that anyone lucky enough to have eighty birthdays should have a dandy party on their eightieth. The last person to leave takes them out behind the barn and shoots them. In some cases he had the right idea. On the other hand he did...
It's a Great day for the Church! It calls upon us to bring the best of God into the worst of situations: The Coronavirus "Pandemic," which our President has defined as a "National Emergency" for America. Vice President, Mike Pence, commenting on the President's speech Friday afternoon (3/13/20) said, "It's all hands on Deck!" There it is, "ALL," the little word which draws a big red crayon circle around everyone it's referencing. President Trump has repeatedly used the word, "Together" in...
COVI- What? If I Hear This ONE More Time... From what I can see this thing has gotten WAY out of hand. Also, on the other hand it takes a little common sense to prevent it. I'm purposefully not saying the name because then, I give it power over my mind. Wash your hands, do the workout of the day, eat food that isn't going to damage your immune system, drink a TON of water, and get plenty of sleep. That my friend is what a person does daily to prevent ANY kind of illness. That's all I have for you this week. Be safe and stay positive because... Full story
Dick and Eileen Wahlstrom visited Del and Marcy Santl on Thursday. Tom Runnels and Kiana Monkman are home from college. Happy 17th Birthday to Brooke Santl on March 16th. Marvel Monkman and her sister Lynn went to Fargo on Saturday for Rachael Monkman’s bridal shower. Her wedding is June 13, 2020. Rayne Monkman visited her grandparents Larry and Marvel Monkman on the weekend and attended church with them Sunday in Salol. Verna Grafstrom has had Renae Hendrickson and two boys from Moorhead visiting. Also Anna’s three boys. Then when they vis... Full story
Asheville, N.C. -Niccole "Nicky" Erickson, 77, passed away March 13, 2020 with her husband, Tyrone "Terry", at her side. Nicky was born October 3, 1942 in Los Angeles to the late Hope and Henry Diffenderfer. She attended nursing school in Colorado where she met Terry. After living in Germany she moved to Roseau and worked at Roseau Hospital while Terry was stationed in Vietnam. In 1970 they moved to the Canal Zone where she worked as an ER nurse and supervisor at Gorgas Hospital. In 1995 after...
Warroad - Velma was born June 3, 1930 in Pembina County, N.D. to Wilbert and Mary (Copeland) Langton. She grew up in Williams. She married Clarence Lund on December 30, 1947 at her parents' home in Williams. They made their home on a farm in the Swift community. Velma & Clarence had seven children. She enjoyed talking about and spending time with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchild. She was a "mother and grandmother" to many young people in the community. Velma pic...
Prineville, Ore. -Ruth Elaine Kammen Knepper lost her courageous battle with cancer and received her calling from God to be by his side on March 9, 2020. Heaven got brighter; Earth became dimmer. Ruth was born September 9, 1944, the third child of Sigurd and Thelma (Hegstad) Kammen, in Roseau. She lived on a farm outside of Badger, and attended school in Badger until the death of her father on January 20, 1957. She and her mother moved to Warroad where Ruth graduated high school. She then went on to the Minnesota School of Business and married...
Greenbush -Avis passed away on March 8, 2020 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, N.D., at the age of 79 years, 6 months, and 25 days. Avis Ardell Magnuson was born on August 13, 1940 to Alvin and Alice (Olafson) Magnuson in Ross. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. She went to grade school until the 8th grade in Ross, then high school in Roseau. Avis met Melroy Wiskow in February of 1958 and they were married on October 18, 1958 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Ross. Avis worked at...
Isane Farms Inc. Badger, Minnesota, is a new member of the American Angus Association®, reports Mark McCully, CEO of the national breed organization headquartered in Saint Joseph, Mo. The American Angus Association, with more than 25,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef breed association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed information on over 19 million registered Angus. The Association records ancestral information and keeps production records and genomic data on individual animals to develop...
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement after the Canadian Parliament approved the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): “USMCA is a great victory for America’s agriculture industry, and I am pleased to see Canada’s Parliament approved the deal today. USMCA locks in and expands access to our neighbors to the North and South. I thank President Trump for negotiating this deal and for always supporting America’s farmers and ranchers. We will continue to work with both Canada and Mexico in impleme... Full story
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement after the Canadian Parliament approved the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): “USMCA is a great victory for America’s agriculture industry, and I am pleased to see Canada’s Parliament approved the deal today. USMCA locks in and expands access to our neighbors to the North and South. I thank President Trump for negotiating this deal and for always supporting America’s farmers and ranchers. We will continue to work with both Canada and Mexico in impleme...
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will award up to $220,000 to eligible schools and early childcare institutions to increase students’ access to Minnesota dairy. The MDA’s Agricultural Growth, Research and Innovation (AGRI) Milk Cooler Grant program provides grant funding to schools for milk coolers and milk dispensing equipment. “Dairy is a great source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D. Children are more likely to become lifelong consumers of nutritious milk and other dairy products if they have access to it in their schoo...
A priority for both sides at the Minnesota Capitol was finalized on Tuesday, March 17, as Gov. Tim Walz signed the Rural Finance Authority bill (Ch. 67 H.F. 2959), which includes $50 million in low interest loans for Minnesota farmers. The bill allocates $50 million to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture Rural Finance Authority, allowing the RFA to continue to offer Minnesota farmers affordable financing not offered by traditional lenders. Days before the Minnesota State Legislature reconvened on Feb. 11, Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom... Full story
Things are far from business as usual in cities and towns across America this week. Millions of us are being called to serve our neighbors by staying home. Our American Farm Bureau offices in DC have closed for the time being to follow this guidance and to help our employees and their families and neighbors stay safe and healthy. But staying home doesn’t mean that our work stops, and we know that it sure doesn’t mean work on the farm stops. There is a lot beyond our control and still unknown as we face this crisis, but we can focus on and be...
