November 2022

Snow potential Thursday into Friday

We knew the wintry weather would come sooner or later. Be safe! Weather history: On this date in 1943 records show that a “severe ice storm hit the Twin Cities” along with heavy snow in other parts of the region. One person reportedly died in when a “trolley car slid off the tracks and hit a pole.” Weather facts: Did you know that the weight of the ice from ice storms can bring down power lines poles and even steel frames of electricity towers? Forecast: Some much-needed moisture is headed our way for the midweek through Friday. We could see some snow along the way as well for Thursday into Friday along with much colder air.

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GUESS WHO?

This week’s photo hint: This photo was published in a 1999 edition of the Advocate Tribune. Last Week’s Answer: Monica Kassel.

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COURT NEWS

Granite Falls Police Department Ulloa, Dionicio Flores, Sinai, South Dakota; Offense date 10/14/22 Driver’s License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type: Multiple Licenses Proh (Misdemeanor); Plea 10/28/22 Guilty; Disposition 10/28/22 Convicted; Court Decision 10/28/22 Payable without appearance; $100 Fine. Swart, DeeAnna Kay, Isanti; Offense date 2/19/22 Domestic Assault (Misdemeanor); Plea 9/7/22 Guilty; Disposition 10/31/22 Stay of adjudication; Court Decision 10/31/22 Continued; $300 Fine.

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Agnes Oie

 On October 8, 2022, in Glencoe, Agnes Oie was called to her eternal home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Prior to her passing, she had been…

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Scott Heggestad

 Scott Heggestad of South St. Paul passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at Granite Falls Hospital at the age of 63. Memorial services will be held Monday, November 14, 2022, at…

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Trunk-N-Treat celebration held downtown

Approximately 300 children visited the annual Granite Falls Chamber Trunk-N-Treat event held on 8th Avenue off Prentice Street downtown Saturday afternoon. Businesses and organizations decorated their vehicles and handed out candy, also participating in a contest for best costume/display. The contest was won by Down on the Korner for their “IT” themed display and costumes.

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Brandon Earl Hall

Brandon Earl Hall, 40, formerly of Granite Falls passed away on October 11, 2022, in Hennepin County. A private family service was held. Brandon was born at the Beltrami County Hospital in Bemidji on April 14, 1982, to Jon and Constance (Connie) Hall. He was water baptized in Redwood Falls at the age of six after asking Jesus into his heart. Brandon graduated in 2000 with high honors from Yellow Medicine East Schools in Granite Falls. He was active in tennis, football, and choir. He loved travel, adventures, cultures, nature: gardening, herbs, flowers, etc.... He enjoyed sharing the knowledge of a variety of plants to balance the human body. He was such a people person and loved to talk and show how much he cared. Brandon is survived by his mother Connie. His brothers: Mike Freedom, Clifford Hall and Derek Hall. His sister Vanessa (Chad) Torke. His nieces: Chloe and Faith Torke, and Sophia Hall. His nephews: Ryder Torke, Caden Hall, and Viktor Hall. He was preceded in death by his father Jon and grandparents.

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