July 2025

Cyclists roll through Granite Falls July 21–22 and 24–25 for Bike MS event

Granite Falls is preparing to welcome hundreds of cyclists this summer as part of the Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota 2025, a five-day charity ride organized by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Riders will be in the community on July 21–22 and again on July 24–25, with Granite Falls serving as one of the overnight stops along the route.

Read MoreCyclists roll through Granite Falls July 21–22 and 24–25 for Bike MS event

More rain late week

For the most part we had a nice Independence Day weekend. We did see some heat and humidity on Friday that sparked some showers and thunderstorms. However, the rest of the long weekend was generally pleasant.

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“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28

I’m currently at my “big” summer vacation. My husband and I have national parks on our bucket list, and we will hit up three over our 4th of July holiday vacation. But that’s not all, we’ll also visit eight other sites that are state parks, state monuments, national monuments, scenic overlooks, or museums. We’ll travel through Minnesota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada. We’ll be gone 8 nights. That’s a lot to see as we average about 450 miles per day. Some don’t call that a vacation, it’s too busy; but that’s what we like to do.

Read More“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1

My hometown still has a big 4th of July celebration. As a kid I remember the parades, the street dance, the food, and all the fun. But as an adult, this week I’ll be reminded of our freedom. I think it’s always good to remember why we celebrate; if we forget, our freedom doesn’t mean as much to us anymore as we just take it for granted. I did a little research because I really don’t remember exactly what I was taught in high school.

Read More“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1