Nominations sought for Watertown-Mayer High School Athletic Hall of Fame

WATERTOWN, MN – The Watertown-Mayer High School Athletic Hall of Fame steering committee is looking for nominations for candidates.
The purpose of the hall of fame is to honor those who have made a large impact on Watertown-Mayer Athletics.  These nominees can consist of  coaches, players, administrators, or community members.

It is recommended to nominate those who have graduated 10 years ago or more.  Nomination forms can be found online at www.wm.k12.mn.us (select athletics and Hall of Fame).

If more information is needed, contact Mary Haugen at (952) 955-0607 or at mhaugen@wm.k12.mn.us.

Breakfast on the Farm donates $1,000

WRIGHT COUNTY, MN  –  The Wright County Breakfast on the Farm committee recently presented a check for $1,000 to the food shelf and Wright County Community Action. The money was gathered from proceeds made from a “Breakfast on the Farm” event last summer at Bakeberg Farms in Waverly. Shown are Pat Bakeberg, Shirley Legatt of WCCA, and Faye Bakeberg. Plans are in the works for another Breakfast on the Farm event, set for Saturday, June 19.

Wright Co. dairy banquet set for Sat., March 27

WRIGHT COUNTY, MN – The Wright County Dairy Association will be hosting an ambassador gala Saturday March 27 at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo. The public is welcome to partake in ice cream and cake at 1:30 p.m. and a program to follow to say farewell and thank you to 2009 royalty, as well as meet the new ambassadors for 2010. The current princesses are Kelsey Kolles, daughter of Mark and JoAnn Kolles of Otsego, Jillian Koch, daughter of Jeff and Janell Koch of Winsted, and Krista Nelson, daughter of Mike and Sue Nelson of Cokato. There are four younger ladies who will be promoting the dairy industry’s wholesome, nutritious, and delicious products this year, they are: Katie Davis of Cokato, Rebecca Groos of Howard Lake, Sabrina Kieser of Howard Lake, and Krista Lambert of Buffalo. Shown are Wright County dairy royalty Jillian Koch, Kelsey Kolles, and Krista Nelson are ready for the annual banquet Saturday, March 27.

Urdahl challenges federal phase-out of traditional light bulbs

ST. PAUL – Rep. Dean Urdahl has authored a bill challenging the federal government’s plan to ban the sale of traditional light bulbs.  His hope is to prevent government intrusion while protecting consumers.  Urdahl’s effort is featured on the Star Tribune front page.

For related links supplied by conservative Dassel accountant Ford Peterson, click here. Read more

HLWW bulletin for March 17

HOWARD LAKE, WAVERLY, WINSTED, MN – Bulletin for 3/17/2010.   Hot Lunch: Corn Dog, French Fries, Green Beans, Applesauce.
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Lester Prairie school bulletin for March 16

HOWARD LAKE, WAVERLY, WINSTED, MN – Lester Prairie School Bulletin
March 16, 2010. Menu: Scalloped Potatoes, Cheese or Chicken Quesadilla, Green Beans, Juice, Butter Bread, Milk, Salad Bar. Read more

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