Who is Todd and why does he have a cottage? Recent community folklore has brought attention to a river squid named Todd. Melissa Peterson, of Granite Falls, has a quaint, darling home that she refers to as Todd’s Cottage. She acquired the house back in January 2022. She said they revamped the entire inside of the house and now have it listed as a place to stay on the Air B ‘n B website/app.
Larry Cole, who grew up on a farm near Hazel Run, visited Minnesota’s Machinery Museum in Hanley Falls, as well as the KCC in Granite Falls on Saturday for book-signing events. Cole, who now lives in Texas, published a book in November of 2021 about his life experiences, including playing for the NFL. In June of 1964 at the age of 17 and a half, Cole left the local area for the Air Force Academy and an entirely new lifestyle. When he left the academy after two years, he was recruited by other teams. Cole ended up being drafted to the Cowboys team where he spent the next 13 years. He finished college at the University of Minnesota during the off season. In one of the off-seasons, Cole decided to start his own business, and he and his wife started a family. “I have shared in the book how I started the business and raised a family. The book is about the man inside the story and it’s meant to share more with the audience. I get a lot of feedback that you can read all the stats and everything, but what the player was feeling and what was happening each year tells a different story,” he says. His book, “Living the Dream on America’s Team” was on hand for purchase Saturday, as well as copies of action photos from Cole’s time in the NFL. Photo by Jessica Stölen-Jacobson
When it’s the middle of July and summer finally arrives in all of its glory, it is hard to imagine that fall is just around the corner, bringing with it all the traditional backto-school activities. Each time I enter a store with their big BACK TO SCHOOL signs, I remember going shopping with my mom to find the perfect book bag, the trapper keeper with the kittens on the cover, and that so important first day of school outfit. A new school year was coming bringing new adventures and endless possibilities.
Four churches gathered at the Clarkfield Assembly of God last Sunday for Special Musical Guests Kevin Cheng, who plays piano, and Heidi Cheng, who plays violin. Joining the festivities were new Interim Pastor at the Assembly of God Church Pastor Carl Lindelien, and Pastor of New Life Church, Pastor Doug Clevenger. Pictured are: (Left to right) Kevin and Heidi Cheng, Pastor Carl Lindelien, Pastor Doug Clevenger. Photo by Cherry Heisner
If you wait all winter long for very warm temperatures, then you are loving this time of the year. However, if you aren’t a fan of the 80s and 90s, then you aren’t loving our recent hot weather pattern.
This week’s photo hint: This photo appeared in a 2002 edition of the Advocate Tribune. Last Week’s Answer: Pat Kubly.
The Veterans Crisis Line has a new number: Dial 988 then Press 1. Veterans will still be able to call 1-800- 273-8255 and Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, and text 838255 to reach responders.
Granite Falls Police Department Guanajuato, Karla Viviana, Saint Elmo, Illinois; Offense date 4/18/22 Drivers License - Driving Without a Valid License or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple LIcenses Proh (Misdemeanor); Plea 7/16/22 Guilty; Disposition 7/16/22 Convicted; Court Decision 7/16/22 Payable without Appearance; $100 Fine. Skjefte, David Lowell, Granite Falls; Offense date 5/22/22 Prohibited Use and Parking of a Trailer - Improved Driveway (Misdemeanor); Plea 7/15/22 Guilty; Disposition 7/15/22 Convicted; Court Decision 7/15/22 Payable without Appearance; $50 Fine.
I’ve been so blessed in my life to have been given the opportunity to hear many people in recovery tell their stories. I was reminded of one that I heard by the psalmist’s words, “On the day I called, you answered me; you increased my strength of soul.” It was an amazing testimony of a young man sentenced to life in prison without parole. But, one day after quite a few years in prison, he thought maybe he could be a better person, even if he would never be a free man. He prayed. In his story, this was the turning point of his life. After this prayer, miracle after miracle happened in his life, and after about 20 or so years in prison, he was released a free man. He understood the power God had in his life.
Jeanie Anderson & Melanie & Jay Baures & family left for the Black Hills on Thursday July 14th & returned Wednesday July 20th. Monday July 18th Brandon Dack spent the day with his Grandma Libby Dack at the Luther Haven Nursing Home in Montevideo.