Wright-Cromwell news

It’s good to be back in Minnesota and my home, after traveling to Washington, D.C. with my son and grandson. We had a wonderful time visiting the many memorials and monuments, and especially the cherry blossoms which were at their peak, but it’s always great to get back home.

Congratulations to Sara and Dustin Rahja on the birth of their son, Riley Leonard, on April 5, 2019. Proud grandparents are Carrie and Wayne Lind, and Pam and Bob Rahja.

Also, congratulations to Vance Anderson on his recent retirement. Seems strange to me that my very first students are old enough to retire, but his is well deserved.

There are two area candidates running for the District 8 Lake County Power Association board position. The ballots should be coming soon in the mail, so be sure to cast yours for either Danny Smith or Jim Huhta. Both of these men have served on the board for several years and their dedication to the membership is to be commended. The annual meeting is scheduled for April 17 at the Lincoln Elementary School in Hibbing. Dinner and registration for co-op members begins at 4:45 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 6 p.m. Due North will provide toe-tapping music. Results of the vote will be announced during the business meeting. Members are encouraged to bring food donations for the Salvation Army of Hibbing to stock its shelves. In exchange for cash donations or nonperishable food items, LCP will give members up to two LED lights during registration.

The Cromwell Forest Hill Cemetery Association annual meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m Tuesday, April 16 at the Cardinal Court Café at the Villa Vista. The board will present the progress made over the past year and any other business brought forward by the membership.

The Cromwell Area Community Club will be sponsoring a community clean-up day starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 27 at the Cromwell Park. They are also responsible for the Adopt-a-Highway cleanup through Cromwell, so lots of help is needed. Join the CAC by sending a $10 donation per person to: P. O. Box 190, Cromwell MN 55726.

The Villa Vista/Cardinal Court is sponsoring Good Friday Services April 19, featuring Sharry Waldriff and the Bethany Memorial Committee, at Bethany Lutheran at 9 a.m., followed by a brunch. The Cromwell Area Community Choir will be performing their Easter Cantata at 6 p.m. later that day.

St. John’s Lutheran will be having its Good Friday Services at 5:30 p.m. with Easter Services at 10:30 a.m. on April 21.

Palm Sunday Brunch: Join Bethlehem Lutheran Church members in Wright 10 a.m.-12 p.m. April 14 for a brunch of egg bake, muffins, fruit, juice, and coffee. Free-will donation. All are welcome. Proceeds will go toward summer camp and the Extreme Teens youth group. Questions? Call Liz 218-428-6733.

The Bethany/Bethlehem Parish is in a period of transition. They have currently arranged for a pulpit supply pastor for the following Sundays: April 14, 21 and 28 with Pastor Mark Osthus; May 5 and 12 with lay speakers; and Pastor Craig Carlson will be there May 19.

Bethany Lutheran Church is offering a scholarship to a graduating high school senior who is a member of the church. Applications can be picked up and dropped off at the church. Deadline is 12 p.m. Monday, April 22. Contact Mike Martin at 218-644-3917 with questions.

Community Yoga: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Monday, April 15, 22 and 29 at the Cromwell Pavilion.

Don’t miss the all-you-can-eat Beehive Community Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, April 14. Cost for adults is $8, $5 for youth 6-12 years old and children under 5 eat for free. Beehive Community Club is located south of Cromwell on County Road 4, approximately 7 miles east of Highway 73.

The second annual Father Daughter Ball is scheduled for May 4 at the Cromwell Park Pavilion, sponsored by the Cromwell Area Community Club. RSVPs will be sent home next week.

Kindergarten Roundup: Find out about the 2019-20 kindergarten year at the Cromwell-Wright School from 8:45 a.m. to approximately 10 a.m. Friday, April 19. Information packets were sent to all families with children turning 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2019. If you did not receive one, contact the school office at 218-644-3737, ext. 0.

Youth ATV safety training sponsored by Evergreen PAC ATV Club: Information packets are available in the school office. Students must be at least 10 years old by the date of class and must complete the MN DNR online safety training prior to attending. Certification is awarded upon completion via Internet with payment to MN DNR at that time. If you have any questions, contact Gale Bradford at 218-644-3738. Classes: April 20 at the Moose Lake Depot; May 4 at Tamarack Sno-Flyers; May 18 at Long Lake Conservation Center, Palisade. Classes held rain or shine.

It is encouraging to see the cleanup taking place at Minetties Diner site. Let’s hope all goes well and the restaurant is up and running again by summer.

Did you know that a person with two different colored eyes has heterochromia iridum? It’s not often that you see this unusual eye condition, but you may know of several: They are actress Jane Seymour, and baseball player Max Scherzer. Are there others in our area?

That’s all the news from the Edge of Wright! Have a great week!