Glacial Ridge Health System welcomes Dr. Joshua Thomas, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with extensive training and a compassionate heart for healing. He begins seeing patients in September.  Dr. Thomas earned his Master of Biomedical Sciences at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL, and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at Michigan State University in East Lansing…. Read More

A group of Minnewaska Rotary Club members assembled 12 new picnic tables for City Park in Glenwood.  The effort to raise the funds for the new picnic tables was spearheaded by Jordan McMahon, past president of the local Rotary club. Rotary Club led  a fundraiser to replace the wood picnic tables in City Park received… Read More

The Pedersons were honored for their volunteerism on Saturday at the Ann Bickle Heritage House. The open house celebration was a way for the community to thank them for their assistance in several area projects by giving their time and talents for the betterment of the community. They’ve served on several boards, been a part… Read More

Eagle Bank recently donated $4,833.95 to the Minnewaska Area Schools.  The donation is made possible by local residents making purchases with their Eagle Bank Lakers Debit Card.  There is no charge to the cardholder, it was stated and residents can support local schools simply by using the Lakers Debit Card.  Stop by any Eagle Bank… Read More

The Pope County Opioid Settlement Advisory Council met on August 22, focusing on planning and preparation for its annual community meeting set Oct. 24. The “Pope County Consultation and Partnership Opioid Meeting” is set to take place on at noon Oct. 24 in the County Board Room on the Third Floor of the Pope County Courthouse… Read More

The application period to become a University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteer is open through Oct. 1.  Extension Master Gardeners bring science-based horticulture knowledge and practices to Minnesota, promoting healthy landscapes and building communities through volunteer efforts.  “Our understanding of the benefits of gardening is expanding to include personal and community wellbeing, pollinator health, the importance… Read More

110 YEARS AGO From Sept. 5, 1913 On Monday occurred the wedding of Miss Agnes Nordstrom of Starbuck to Ed Olson of Carpio, ND. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gotfred Nordstrom. The groom is also well and favorably known here, having held the position as assistant cashier at the First National Bank for… Read More

Senator Shipstead vacationing near Lake Minnewaska From the Pope County Tribune, Thursday, August 30, 1923. The Boys’ and Girls’ Calf and Pig Club show was held at Glenwood. That each boy and girl has taken a keen interest in their particular calf and pig was shown by the fact that the judges had a hard time to decide… Read More

Floor plans for Ballroom taking shape August 29, 1963 – A Leven Township farmer was killed when his car collided with another on a rural road near Villard. The five occupants of the second car were injured in the crash. The death was the county’s second auto fatality of the year and occurred just a few… Read More

 This year’s Kids Safety Camp took place at Minnewaska Area High School last Wednesday and Thursday. Students learned water safety, bullying and social media safety, first aid, summer safety, wildlife safety, fire safety, 911 use, saw a K9 demo and several other topics. This is the 7th annual safety camp put on by the Starbuck… Read More