Do you enjoy learning about the natural world? If so, consider becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist volunteer!   The Minnesota Master Naturalist program is hosting a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training beginning July 13. There will be a morning time slot and an evening. Master Naturalist volunteers complete a 40-hour hands-on course with expert instructors and fellow… Read More

Lakeside Ballroom to be rebuilt June 27, 1963 – Ted Schmeckpeper made the front page of the Tribune with his hole-in-one on No. 8. His son, TJ, had started the action two years prior to that time when he struck golfing gold on the Minnewaska course. Schmeckpeper was playing with Bob Benson, Don Miller and Reuben… Read More

Scandia congregation celebrates 50th anniversary From the Pope County Tribune, Thursday, June 28, 1923. A 4th of July Dance will be given at E. H. Dickenson’s new barn at Terrace in the evening. Music by Swenson’s orchestra. Refreshments served. Everybody welcome.  * * * * * * * * * * * From the Glenwood Herald, Thursday, June 28, 1923. … Read More

110 YEARS AGO From July 4, 1913 One of the most elaborate and complete weddings took place at Langhei Wednesday at Ole Gulsvigs home, when their daughter, Clara Josephine, was solemnized in marriage to Edwin O. Ranum. The couple were recipients of many costly and valuable presents and some money. We wish Mr. and Mrs. Ranum a… Read More

A beautiful morning for another successful GRHS 5K Scrub Run With a beautiful morning by Lake Minnewaska and over 130 active men, women, and kids, the energy was high for the 9th Annual 5K Scrub Run on Saturday, June 10. It is always a success when someone accomplishes a goal. For some, the Scrub Run… Read More

The chance of rain on Saturday didn’t stop motorcyclists and car enthusiasts from coming out to participate in Riding for a Cause, the 27th Annual motorcycle ride and car run to support Glacial Ridge Hospice. The event is comprised of two rides, one in the afternoon and one at night. The day cruise was 98… Read More

• Business will also offer basic bakery goods, breakfast items fresh bread and lunch items By Kris Goracke Reporter What comes to your mind when someone says, “Neon Loon.”  Bright? Minnesota? Fun? Different? These words describe a new coffee shop opening in Starbuck – The Neon Loon.  “I can’t say there is any super special meaning to the… Read More

By Tim Douglass tdouglass@pctribune.com The city of Glenwood and the Pope County Soil and Water Conservation District (PSWCD) are partnering again on a contract agreement which allows PSWCD to manage a grant it sought and received to target and treat buckthorn in Barsness Park in Glenwood.   The $50,000 Partners Legacy grant from the Minnesota Department of… Read More

Divine artistry was captured in this photograph by Donny Ostrander.  He called the photo, “Angel wings over Minnewaska.”  The photo of the cloud formation over Lake Minnewaska was taken last Monday evening (June 12) as the sun faded into the west.

A free well water screening clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 24 at Prairie Horizons Farm, LLC, 31008 Highway 29, Benson. This is an opportunity for rural residents to make sure drinking water is safe. Nitrate and chloride can be analyzed onsite in 15 minutes and there will be water… Read More