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Happy New Year to all my readers. I hope you have kept your New Year’s Resolutions so far. My holidays were great. Now, it’s time to get back on a schedule and get some things done or planned for the new year. Just think of 2025, we are now into the second quarter of this century. I’ve heard from so many of you thanking me for this column. I appreciate all the greetings and all of your friendship. I even run into strangers who seem to know me and when I ask them how they know me, they say they...
Bethany/Bethlehem Lutheran Parish www.bethanybethlehem.org Bethany Lutheran Church 5660 Hwy 210, Cromwell 218-644-3640 bethany55726@ yahoo.com Worship 9:30 a.m. with Sunday School Women’s Bible study 9:30 a.m. first Wed. Bethany Beacons women’s ministry 9 a.m. second Wed. Bethlehem Lutheran Church Hwy 210 & Third St., Wright 218-357-2593 [email protected] Worship 8 a.m. Holy Closure service 10 a.m. Jan. 26 Bethel Lutheran Church Pastor Rob Larson 1012 29th St., Scanlon 218-879-9723, 763-957-2990 [email protected] Facebook:...
I hope you’re having a great 2025. Happy New Year. We all wonder what this year will bring — it seems that 2024 went by too fast, but with all the election stuff, I’m glad that part is over. Bethlehem Lutheran church in Wright will have its final worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 26. The service will be followed by a catered meal. If you have any special memories from the church, please send them to me at [email protected] or mail a note to me at my new address: P.O. Box 211, 1242...
More than 400 people turned out for the annual community Christmas meal in Cloquet on Dec. 25. Carlton County Disabled American Veterans member and lead organizer Raffy Johnson said it’s important to keep the tradition going for him and for all the people who enjoy having their Christmas meal together, recalling the days that his late father, Dave, organized the meal with other Zion members. The meal has been served at the Cloquet church for more than 30 years. Johnson said volunteers help m...
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College celebrated its updated commons and amphitheater area on Dec. 4. The event included speeches from FDLTCC president Anita Hanson and Title III coordinator Jeffrey Tibbetts. Renovations in the area started in May and concluded in late November. The refurbished area features a terrazzo design starting at the main entrance and connecting with the terrazzo floor in the building's south wing featuring the college's five core values, a project completed in 2019....
There’s not much time left now before Christmas, so please try to take part in some of the following events around our area. The students at the school will be celebrating Jolly Days next week. Each day the kids will wear designated outfits. Monday, Dec. 16 is Merry Morning, Holiday Pajamas day; Tuesday is Elf Yourself, dress like one of Santa’s helpers day; Wednesday is Christmas Spirit colors day; Thursday is Ugly Sweater day; and Friday is Dress Your Best day. Hope all the people at sch...
There was no shortage of Santa sightings in Cloquet during the annual holiday celebration. Santa read stories to the young ones at the Cloquet Public Library Thursday during the kickoff night of the Santa's Home for the Holidays celebration, then happily posed for photographs with children and families at Queen of Peace Friday night. On Saturday he sat obediently with scores of dogs and cats for pet photos. More than one Santa - and multiple Grinches - waved to the crowds during the parade down...
Cloquet's sneak peek of old St. Nick and all things Christmas is finally here. The annual Santa's Home for the Holidays festivities kicked off Thursday with "Letters to Santa" at Members Cooperative Credit Union and storytime with Santa at the library, followed by a free chili feed at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, courtesy of the Cloquet and Fond du Lac police departments. Today, Friday, Dec. 6, activities move to Queen of Peace Catholic Church, with a $10 spaghetti dinner, crafts and bake...
The Ma & Pa Kettle Days Christmas Market and tree lighting will be held 4-6 p.m. Saturday Dec. 7. Santa will come about 5 p.m. and the tree lighting is set for 6 p.m....
When I was a kid, Christmas was a big deal and an exciting time. One of the events I remember most is the Wood Conversion Christmas party for the kids of all the employees. Booths were set up, for girls and boys by ages. Each child would receive a gift, a red mesh stocking filled with candy and nuts, and an orange. I think I still have the Lifesaver doll with green hair I received one year. And I know my sister still has the Pitiful Pearl doll she received. It is still in the original box in...
After more than 105 years, the Farmers Co-op in Wright is now for sale. It was a difficult decision for the board of directors, but future plans need to be made. The store is still up and running as usual, but things may change if a buyer steps forward or a new manager can be hired. Just stop in the store if you need more information, and remember to shop locally. Our community depends on it. The Young Old Timers group will meet at the Cardinal Court at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec 10. RSVP with...
When I arrived at the Cloquet public library for chess club on a Friday afternoon this month, Seth Stevens was the only one there. He bested me at two rounds, and after nearly an hour, with no one else in sight, we decided Round 3 would be our last. Stevens put me in a quagmire when 10-year-old Orion Pierson entered the scene. For his benefit, I explained my ultimatum: move my checked king and allow Stevens to infiltrate my weak left flank with one knight or capture his other knight but lose my...
November is National Education Month, so try to send your children’s teachers a thank-you note. If you are an educator, thanks. Community bingo will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at the Villa Vista and Cardinal Courts. The Villa/Cardinal will celebrate its 50th anniversary at Family Night starting at 6 p.m. Dec. 4. All area folks are encouraged to attend. Don’t forget the show at Cloquet’s County Seat Theater in December. They are always great productions, and “A Goblins’ Christmas...
The Post 262 American Legion Auxiliary celebrated the two girls it sent to Girls State this year at its Nov. 20 meeting. Pictured from left are Pat Seredinski, 1st Vice America Legion Auxiliary, Aspen Winbigler, Sam Breuer and Steve Birkemeyer, Post 262 Legion Commander. The girls reported on their time at the State Capital, learning about government....
Rip Olson, 7, and his dad, Isaac Olson, make a snowman Tuesday morning outside their home on Avenue C in Cloquet. The snow was nice and sticky for the first snow of the year. It will be around for a while, as the region had its first days this week with highs under 32 degrees to usher in the holiday season....
A concert at the Presbyterian Church of Cloquet featured members of the church choir and those from Zion Lutheran Church under the direction of James Sheetz, part of the Concerts on Fourth series. The concert raised money for suicide awareness, $1,600 for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Other musicians included organist Marge Stillwill, pianist Gretchen Chelseth and trombonist Dan Palmquist....
Marilyn Olesiak Keihl has a recipe for rhubarb cake in the last Lake Country Power newsletter. Sounds delicious. Volunteers are needed for Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the school for playground duty from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. so the entire staff can enjoy the annual Thanksgiving dinner. Contact the school if you are willing to help at 218-644-2727. Congratulations to Ari Dahl on her State cross-country race. She placed ninth at the Section 7A meet and 39th at State. Dylan Nyberg was named Offensive Player of the Year in the 9 North All District team an...
Once again, Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a special trip to Cloquet for a little pre-Christmas party, aka the annual Santa's Home for the Holidays community celebration. It's three days of fun - Dec. 5-7 - courtesy of a wide range of local businesses, organizations and the city of Cloquet. "This little celebration just keeps growing," said co-coordinator Jana Peterson. "It's really special because so many people collaborate to get our community together for some winter fun." Make a plan while...
The holidays are upon us, and the orange lights will be replaced with red, green and white twinkling lights. Many of us have been out to local stores or been online shopping for that special gift for family and friends. When you are out shopping, please think about purchasing a toy for the 30th annual Toys for Carlton Area Kids toy drive. Help us celebrate giving to area kids in need. The toy drive runs through Dec. 6. Dropoff locations in Carlton are the VFW, city office, Carlton Wellness Cente...
It’s been 34 years since Nov. 10, 1990, since our son Garrie was shot in the face during the opening of deer hunting season. He sustained a broken jaw, but was able to walk out of the woods and get to the waiting ambulance. He had to have surgery and ended up with three metal plates and eight screws in his jaw. They are still there, and will be for the rest of his life. We thank God for his survival. Enjoy the second week of deer camp, and stay safe. The Cromwell Area Community Club’s hun...
Longtime Carlton County resident Russ Plaisted was saluted by family, friends and neighbors at a birthday gathering Sunday, Nov. 2, at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Esko. Russ was born Nov. 5, 1924 in Duluth. His parents were Elder and Genevieve Plaisted. He and his wife Dorothy lived in Esko 18 years, then on the Iron Range 18 years, then back to Esko, and are now settled in Cloquet. Dorothy was 93 on April 5. The couple has another milestone pending when they will celebrate their 72nd...
The Pride Club at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is excited to host Dr. Kat Werchouski (Red Cliff) at the Ruth A. Myers Library 6-7:30 P.M. Wednesday, Nov. 13. Werchouski will lead a brief presentation exploring the history, cultural significance, and modern perspectives on Two Spirit identity within Indigenous communities. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit https://fdltcc.edu/event/two-spirit-history-and-identity-with-dr-kat-werchouski/. "Two Spirit people served numerous critical roles in our...
Students at Cloquet High School voted early this week when they participated in a mock election held in the school library Wednesday. The election was set up like a local polling station, with seniors acting as poll workers to register voters, explain ballots and supervise the process. CHS government teacher Chris Swanson brought his classes to the all-day election each period. He said students had the opportunity to vote during a social studies class period on Wednesday. "This mock election is...
As some of you remember, I love watching the World Series, which I recorded on my DVR Friday night. Unfortunately, the DVR stopped recording at the end of the ninth inning, so I missed the walk-off grand slam in the bottom of the 10th by Freddy Freeman. I’m hoping to see the replay when I watch the next game, and you can be sure I am recording all of the rest of the World Series games or watching them live from now on. Congratulations to Ari Dahl, as she placed ninth and qualified for the M...
Downtown Carlton was bustling Saturday with a wild and wonderful array of monsters, witches, chickens, rock stars, critters, cartoon characters, superheroes and more than one girl named Wednesday. Businesses, organizations and a Care Bears friend group lined the sidewalks along Chestnut Street handing out candy to what felt like more than a thousand kids and their parents, there to trick or treat in broad daylight. Five-year-old Rowan (pictured below) and his mother AnnaMay Frazier spun up one...
