Cromwell-Wright News

The earthquake that hit Anchorage, Alaska affected Brandon Burns' family. Luckily, no one was hurt, but there was quite a bit of damage to their home. Brandon was thankful he wasn't in the air flying, as no planes were allowed to land and his wife and daughter would have been left to fend for themselves. It seems like a miracle that no one was killed in this latest earthquake. Alaskans have worked hard in the past years to make as many areas earthquake-proof or at least limit the damage.

Basketball season has started and a few games have already been played. We have some very talented players on both the boys and girls teams, so please try to come out and take in a game from time to time. Game schedules are at the school or on each Bus Bulletin in area businesses.

The Cromwell Area Community Club held its annual meeting Sunday, Dec. 2. Cherie Nyberg was elected Secretary. Other officers are President Deb Switzer and Treasurer Brenda Nyberg. There are approximately 30 current members and membership renewals of $10 are now due. Send renewals to Brenda Nyberg at 2120 Nyberg Road, Cromwell, MN 55798. New members are also welcome.

Church news

St. John's Lutheran Church in Wright will hold Advent services Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 12 and 19. The Christmas Eve Service starts at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 24.

The Annual Bethlehem Christmas Brunch, Bazaar and Bake Sale is Saturday Dec. 8, from 10 a.m.-noon at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Wright. Donations of gently used or new Christmas items are welcome. Come for the sale, stay for the brunch!

New Member Sunday is Dec. 16 at the respective churches.

School news

Wednesday, Dec. 12 is the School Board's Truth in Taxation hearing at 6 p.m. Followed by World's Best Workforce, followed by the regular School Board Meeting at the Cromwell-Wright school.

Preschool Census: Counting all new little noses in our district. If you have just moved in or know of a new family, please let us know. You are important to us. We don't want you to miss out on special notices for family classes, preschool screening or other events. Please call Candy at 218-644-3716, ext 4134.

Elementary Knowledge Bowl: This year's team was comprised of five fifth graders - Larissa Homstad, Hattie Olson, Kaylee Smith, Kieriahna Goodin, Justine Anderson - and seven sixth graders: Siiena Anderson, Bryanna Foster, Nevaeh Manninen, Megan Smith, Jack Irving, Brady Dahl and Wyatt Kabus. Both teams made a great showing at the three regular season meets with the sixth graders placing in the top five each time. Congratulations to the sixth-grade team who qualified for the tournament Nov. 13 for the top 18 teams overall. They are coached by Mrs. Kari Olesiak and she says a big: "Thanks for a fun season!"

Volunteers needed: Peer Helpers at Cromwell-Wright School will host the Annual Christmas Dinner for students and staff on Friday, Dec. 21. We need adult volunteers to supervise all elementary students for recess from 11:35 a.m.-1 p.m. that day. Contact the school office to help. Thank you!

Other news

Adult Open Gym will be on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m.

There's a blood drive from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Dec. 13 . Contact the school at 218-644-3737, ext 3150.

A new mothers' group, the Holy Strollers, will begin in January! Any mother with kids 0-18 in the Cromwell-Wright area is welcome to attend. Second Wednesday of each month from 6-8 at Bethany Church. Questions? Call Liz Kabus 218-428-6733 or Jana Anderson 218-460-6793.

Participate in community yoga from 11 a.m.-noon on Mondays Dec. 10 and 17 at Cromwell Pavilion. Questions? Call Ann Markusen at 218-428-3300 or email [email protected]

Santa Claus is coming to Cromwell City Hall Saturday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m.-noon. Stop in and take your picture with Santa, receive treat bags and enjoy hot chocolate. Sponsored by the Cromwell Area Community Club. All area kids are welcome.

Ruby's Pantry will be at the Cromwell Pavilion from 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 13.

Looking for a great Christmas present? There are a few stadium chairs left for sale in the school office for $45 along with Section 5 Champion football shirts. First come, first served.

Dustin Charles Karkiainen, 36, Floodwood, Minn., died Wednesday, Nov. 21, in St. Luke's Hospital. Visitation will be from 4-5 p.m., followed by the memorial service at 5 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 20, at Four Rivers Fellowship in Floodwood.

Rudolph "Rudy" Emil Lundstrom, 94, of Duluth passed away on Sunday, Nov. 18 at Primrose Retirement Community.

That's all the news from The Edge of Wright. Have a great week!