Wright/Cromwell news

It’s officially autumn. The summer seemed much longer than normal mainly due to this Covid pandemic. I’m sure we are all hoping for the time to pass quickly so we can get to the end of this disease, but as with most things, patience and staying safe is the best way to deal with all our restrictions.

Please keep Bob (and me) in your prayers. He has two compression fractures and was in severe pain. He will probably have to go back to the nursing home for therapy and recovery.

Have noticed that a person, who wants to remain anonymous, has repaired the steeple at the Bethlehem Lutheran in Wright. For the past several years, the shingles were missing and the cross-made years ago by Bud Olson had broken and fallen off. As of now, there is no cross on the top, but plans are in the works for a cross to be made and be placed on the outside above the main entrance doors. The fellow had a 40-foot ladder and it barely reached to do the job, so thanks for the repairs.

The ladies who head up the Christmas Caring Program are announcing that they are asking for donations to help our area kids have a better Christmas this year. Bring donations to the Area Clothing Depot or to donation containers at area businesses. Ruth and Pam are heading up this effort. Donations will be collected until Dec. 1 and distribution of gifts will be later in December. Some of the donations also go to the residents at the Villa Vista. Ruth and Pam want to thank everyone for their past participation.

The Cardinal Court in Cromwell welcomes new residents Dick Sandness and Alice Lake. Cards and calls are encouraged. The address for all Cardinal Court and Villa residents is 1220 Villa Vista Circle, Cromwell, MN 55726.

There will be an auction sale at Slice and Dick’s Oct. 10 with viewing at 9 a.m. and the sale to start at 11 a.m.

There will also be an auction sale at the Big Top in Wright on Oct. 3 for the estate of the late Larry Hamren. It will be held indoors so weather shouldn’t be an issue.

Don’t forget to attend the Holy Hootenanner’s concert at the Villa Vista parking at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27.

Sue Walli Shelerud is one step closer to healing. She had surgery to take out the plates and screws from both feet.

Are you interested in getting the $4 meals from AEOA? Angels in McGregor is providing them, and all you have to do is call 218-768-2762 and sign up.

Our Cromwell-Wright cross country runners are still doing well and I hear that volleyball and football will happen this falls.

Birdie Harrington (Tad Walli) is again holding a farmers market at her home on 1875 South Finn Road. Call 218-537-1690 for more information.

The Area Clothing Depot in Cromwell is now accepting donations again. Their hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Masks are required while shopping.

The Cromwell Area Community Club had a scarecrow building contest to decorate the town. Read all about it in Ann Markusen’s column this week. Also, watch for our details on the “Trunk or Treat” event for Halloween and the upcoming holiday lighting contest.

Notice to Lakeside Township residents: All Lakeview residents who are registered to vote will be voting by mail for this year’s general election. For more information contact the Auditor’s office in Carlton at 218-384-9127.

Remember you can send me your news at [email protected] or call at 218-357-2385. That’s all the news from the Edge of Wright. Stay safe and please wear a face covering when in public. Enjoy the fall colors and remember to vote.