110 YEARS AGO From Sept. 4, 1914 For Sunday night drug service, call No. 30. John Larson of Blue Mounds has threshed 37 bushels of oats to the acre. Ford tires at wholesale! 30×3-1/2 non-skid, weight 16 lbs., $14.70; 30×3-1/2 smooth tread $13.69; 32×4 – $19.80. Congress automobile tires will reduce the operating equipment of a car. The strongest… Read More

The summer’s final “Music in the Park” event took place last Thursday at City Park in Glenwood with Kayla Daniels providing the music for the night’s entertainment.  This year’s schedule of musical entertainment for “Music in the Park,” hosted by the Glenwood Welcome Center, were the Rob Justice Band (June 6), Blues Brothers Revue (June… Read More

Because of the weather, the music and activities had to be moved inside to the gymnasium at Central Square, but the season finale of the 2024 Music on the Lawn mini music series attracted a good crowd.  The event was also a birthday bash for Cheryl Larson’s 65th birthday.  Cheryl organized a wine and prize… Read More

Top Midwest bass anglers to compete on Lake Minnewaska this Tuesday, Aug. 27 By Tim Douglass tdouglass@pctribune.com Some of the top anglers in the Midwest  will be on Lake Minnewaska this Tuesday (Aug. 27) for the Classic Bass Tour Championship.  This unique tournament is an invitation-only tournament featuring 32 of the top anglers from Iowa, South Dakota, Minnesota,… Read More

By John R. Stone Reporter With Minnewaska Area Schools heading toward a September 3 opening, Superintendent Chip Rankin told the MAS school board that the district is fully staffed and ready to go for the new year at its regular meeting last week. Rankin said that the 60 students registered for kindergarten is the lowest number he… Read More

The Minnewaska Area School Board recently announced the results of Superintendent Chip Rankin’s performance review for the period of July 2023 to July 2024. The Board commended Mr. Rankin for his “exceptional leadership, communication skills, and ongoing dedication to our district’s success and safety,” it was stated last week in a report from the board. “Throughout… Read More

Glacial Ridge Health System (GRHS) recently announced the addition of Katelyn Krueger, PA-C, to its team. Katelyn brings a wealth of experience and passion for patient care back to the area she considers home. Joining GRHS full-time, Katelyn will see patients of all ages for dermatology care at Glenwood, Starbuck, and Brooten Medical Centers.  Her journey… Read More

At Minnewaska Area Schools, the Health Services department is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student health and reduces barriers to learning. By working closely with the MAS educational team, we aim to protect and promote student well-being, encourage optimal development, and advance academic success. The approach is grounded in ethical and evidence-based… Read More

The Glenwood Pickleball Club recently installed a pickleball practice board at Glenwood City Park. The practice board was made possible by funds raised through Glenwood Pickleball Club annual membership fees and donations. Bonanza Valley Lumber-Glenwood donated the MBO weather resistant 4’ x 8’ board.  The Glenwood Pickleball Club also installed a new gate to the courts.

• The nonprofit organization aims to rebuild civic and political culture. By Jen Zettel-Vandenhouten  Project Optimist (This story first appeared in minnpost.com) The lack of common ground is something we hear about all too often these days. It seems people are either on the right or the left and there’s no one in-between, yet people are frustrated that we can’t… Read More