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by Jeff Olsen The unexpected death of Roseau County Commissioner John Horner on June 4 has attracted five candidates, who had until last Friday, June 10, to file for the position. The five include Dean Byfuglien; Glenda Phillipe, a former Roseau County Commissioner; Alan Johnston; Kevin Bruce; and Shane Horner, the son of the late commissioner. On Monday morning, Commissioner Jack Swanson explained that the County Board has had to move swiftly. "We will most likely appoint somebody for the last...
by Jeff Olsen It's possible that Alex Anderson, a 2011 Roseau High School graduate, wasn't expecting to be spotlighted in his hometown newspaper. The credit goes to his proud mother, Alana Anderson. "He just turned 29 the day he graduated from the State Patrol. It was like the Army. It was tough," she said last week, adding that her daughter, Ada, flew in from Boulder, Colorado, for his graduation. Cadet Alex Anderson was a member of the 64th Class of the Minnesota State Patrol. The graduation...
by Jeff Olsen Sometimes, it's necessary to go to the top of the chain of command whenever a cellphone number is needed . It's interesting how lawmen occupy their off-duty hours. "I'm giving my grandson a bath," said Roseau Police Chief Ward Anderson on a recent Wednesday evening. He seemed to be doing a very fine job except the little lad wasn't excited about getting his hair washed. The phone call concerned Dan Berggren, Roseau's D.A.R.E. officer, who was recently honored by the Roseau School f...
by Laurel Latham The Warroad Fire Department's Annual Open House on Saturday June 11 was a great success! "The annual open house is an important time of year when the WFD does our public outreach and raises money for our relief association," explained Fire Chief Damian McMillin. "We raise money for equipment, as well as benefits for members of the fire department like the volunteer pension." Damian has been with the WFD twenty-two years and is serving his third year as Fire Chief after taking ov...
Essay by: McKenzie Cole Roseau Community School Mrs. Didrikson, Advanced English 11 My place of escape and happiness, Buffalo Point, Manitoba, Lot 51. The small gray cabin is packed full with memories of joy, memories of simple times and memories with Uncle Mark. I love my cabin and always will. It's the place I can feel most like myself. My favorite memories involve family. Whether we are all going out fishing on the big lake or just making our way down to the beach to enjoy a sunny afternoon....
Confidence can be put in many things. Even in a broken chair. It will fall if you sit on it, You learn that in hindsight. Our peace of mind is based on our perceptions. As long as everything is in its place, we have no reason to feel threatened. Then comes a landslide. Change can be very intimidating. I have a friend who dealt with her difficult time by smelling Lavender Essential Oils. Everyone has a path they follow and their way of coping will be unique. Remember Forrest Gump? He started...
5 years ago – June 17, 2017 Roseau High School assistant principal Aaron Nelson said his goodbyes to Roseau and accepted a new position as the principal of Pequot Lakes High School. Roseau Ram girls golfer Gina Wensloff placed 20th at the Minnesota Class 2A Individual Girls State Golf Tournament held in Jordan at Ridges at Sand Creek. The 12th Annual Wojo’s Greenbush Rodeo was to be held June 30-July 2. Jacob Eaton of Roseau was named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester at Mayville State...
Matthew 7:21-28, Proverbs 14:26 A young boy was being given a tour of a friend's house (a house of great size and splendor). As his friend showed him from room to room his eyes grew bigger and bigger with each room they entered. As they proceeded down a long, carpeted hallway, the boy saw a heavy mahogany door afar and peeked in. It was a large room with thick, rich carpeting (the kind that tempts you to take off your shoes and socks, and wiggle your toes in it); floor to ceiling book shelves... Full story
I'm a dad watcher. You can learn a lot from observing dads at their finest or not quite their finest moments. We all have those moments. I haven't found a perfect dad yet, but I've been close. I will mention a few dads and a grandpa in this space and you'll ask, "Where's my Melvin?" He's a great dad!" Tell him that this Sunday. Tell him often. That you're proud of him. That you love him. As a kid, I always worried my dad would die before I grew up. He died at 67. He should have stuck around long...
At LuLu's, in Gulf Shores, Alabama, they serve made from scratch menu options with recipes created by Lucy Buffett herself. They have everything from seafood favorites to the Hot Fun Krispy Kreme® Bread Pudding. There is something for everybody. Pull up a seat at LuLu's and enjoy great home cooking served with a southern flair. Yes, I had to try the Hot Fun Krispy Kreme® Bread Pudding! Bread Pudding with a twist! Served with Vanilla Custard Sauce. It was delicious and I would definitely...
To Whom This Pertains To: My husband just came back from the forest where his Grandpa and Grandma farmed years ago. He had put up a sign for his brother, who passed away a couple of years ago. You people with your Rangers, went in there- broke the sign, tore up the road and anything else to destroy- destroyed the memories. It must really take smart people- who are brain dead, to do all the destruction of all the signs that are shot to pieces- that are put up, so people would see where their relatives homesteaded. It’s people like you, who shoul... Full story
Warroad- Mary Lou Bourman of Warroad passed away on May 28, 2022. She was 63 years old. Mary was born December 19, 1958 in Aitkin to Paul and Ada (Bolduc) Berg. She and Allen Bourman were married on December 23, 1976 in Warroad. Sadly, Allen passed away on January 21, 2022. Mary attended school in Warroad, graduating from Warroad High School. Over the years she worked at the Patch Motel and Marvin Windows and Doors. Mary enjoyed Christmas Eve Dinners with Allen, the kids, and the grandchildren....
Roseau- Sue Hanson, of Roseau passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at the age of 69. Susan Kay Hanson was born in St. Anthony Village on January 19, 1953 to parents Merlin Roy and June Beverly (Gordon) Anderson. She graduated high school from St. Anthony Village and then attended Bemidji State University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Elementary Education and Elementary Music. It was in Bemidji where she met the love of her life, Terry Hanson. They were...
Warroad- John Wesley Horner, 62-years-old, died on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, N.D. after a long battle with radiation-induced tissue damage. His strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family and friends carried him through to the very end. Yet, even throughout his own health struggles, he never stopped supporting his family in every way, always ensuring everyone had what they needed. John was born on March 9, 1960, in Warroad to W...
Phoenix, Ariz.- Stephanie Ann Rebarchek-Spooner, 37, passed away suddenly on June 7th, 2022 in Phoenix, Ariz. Stephanie was born on May 16th 1985 in Orlando, Fla. to Tammy Rebarchek. Stephanie grew up in Minn. She married Justin Spooner in 2016 in New Brighton and shortly after they relocated to Williston, N.D. to build a new life together. Following Justin's workplace accident they relocated to Phoenix, Ariz. in 2019. Stephanie enjoyed spending time with friends and family, making crafts and...
Roseau- Delores Ladwig was a selfless, dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. Her work on earth is now completed as Heaven gained a very special angel when Delores died peacefully on May 20, 2022. Delores was born to Sarah and Otto Seydel on December 17, 1929 on the family farm in Stokes Township in rural Roseau County. Delores spent the majority of her school years in Badger until eventually re-locating to Roseau. In addition to homemaking and raising her...
Roseau- Jerome Helstad passed away on June 13, 2022 at the Warroad Senior Living Center in Warroad. He was 92 years old. Jerome Evald Helstad was born in Roseau on November 14, 1929 to Oscar and Isabel (Dokken) Helstad. He attended school in Roseau and graduated from Roseau High School. During his lifetime Jerome worked at various places, including Marvin Windows and Land O' Lakes. He also farmed and drove truck, and operated the Angle Transportation bus service. Jerome enjoyed hunting, farming...
Warroad- Gordon Lee Huerd passed away in his sleep on June 8, 2022, surrounded by family. He fought a courageous 17-year battle with cancer and is now at peace. Gordon is survived by his sons John (wife Jennifer) and Joseph (wife Jessica); grandsons Lennon and Linus; brothers Larry Huerd, Rolland Huerd, and Edwin Huerd; sisters Peg (husband Ed) Foster and Betty (husband Mike) Hawk. He is further survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews and their loving children. He is preceded in death by...
Moorhead- Micheal Roy "Mike" Erickson, loving husband and father, passed away at home at the age of 70, on June 14, 2022, under the care of his wife, daughter, and Hospice of the Red River Valley, after years of struggling with a rare neurological disease, Corticobasal Degeneration. Mike was born July 21, 1951, in Roseau, the third child of Arthur B. and Norma (Folling) Erickson. Mike grew up on the family farm by Roseau. He helped with the farming, and in the winter, logging in the Beltrami...
Aneta, N.D.- Lori R. Borah, age 64, resident of Aneta, N.D., passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at her home in Aneta. Lori Renae Tande was born December 1, 1957 in McVille, N.D., the youngest child of Melvin and Adeline Tande's eight children. She attended Aneta High School, graduating in 1976. Lori was active in the school band attaining first trumpet chair, was co-captain of the girls' basketball team and awarded most valuable player in 1975, and she was also a cheerleader for...
Pastor Dave Peterson Northland Assembly Church Badger, Mn Recently I have been asked what I mean when I say "Church Re-Imagined." That is a very legitimate question and it can be taken in many different ways. I would like to take this time and try to explain my heart and vision for Church Re-Imagined. First of all Church Re-Imagined is not an indictment of how we used to do things. It is also not an endorsement of one worship style over another. It is definitely not saying to forget church... Full story
This past weekend the sun shone brightly for Northborn Days! This two-day community event began on Friday with a community picnic served with all the fixings, and dessert was available with a quick stop at the cotton candy or ice cream stations! The Northborn Birthday Party ran alongside the picnic and commemorated the 3rd Anniversary of Allison Park and the actual birthday of its namesake in a cowboy theme. Various stations were set up across the park including PonyCycle rides, face painting,... Full story