By Terry Lehrke, News Editor terry.lehrke@mcrecord.com In addition to a full slate of agenda items, including seven public hearings, the Little Falls City Council will formally receive a petition at its Monday night meeting, to continue to fly the “We Support Our Troops” banner on the bank building on the city’s Bank Square. The petition is Read more »
By Liz Verley, Staff Writer Keith Kruschke, certified public accountant (CPA) has opened an office at 225 S.E. First St. in Little Falls. His services will include tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll services, tax planning and consulting, business consulting and personal “good advice.” Kruschke said, “I feel the tax return is just a culmination of a year-long Read more »
By Tina Snell, Staff Writer tina.snell@mcrecord.com Joyce Pearson, a 33-year employee with Coborn’s, was named the Little Falls Chamber of Commerce Employee of the Month for February. Pearson, who works in the produce department, is very knowledgeable about the company’s products, and is right there when someone has a question. “Joyce is a very reliable employee,” Read more »
Musser grant adds $1,000 toward promotion efforts By Terry Lehrke, News Editor terry.lehrke@mcrecord.com Community members wearing the bright T-shirts that said, “Splash Pad – Skate Park, city of Little Falls,” celebrated a $1,000 grant from the Musser Foundation, Monday. The grant was specifically given for such items as T-shirts and brochures for the Splash Pad – Skate Read more »
Fourteen members of the Little Falls Community High School (LFCHS) DECA chapter competed at the District competition Wednesday, Feb. 1, in St. Cloud; 13 advanced to the State Career Development Conference in Minneapolis, March 4 – 6. Advancing to state competition this year in various categories include Whitney Evans, Darik Anderson, Lacey Schmidt, Ingrid Floersheim, Read more »
Thompson leads effort in Senate By T.W. Budig, ECM Capitol Reporter Republicans present a proposed constitutional amendment Thursday, that if approved by voters would ban joining a union or paying union dues as a condition of employment. Sen. Dave Thompson, Republican from Lakeville, heralded the proposed amendment — often generically referred to “Right-to-Work” — as Read more »
By Terry Lehrke, News Editor terry.lehrke@mcrecord.com There weren’t many people who responded to a call from Jim Storlie and Greg Smith to meet and exchange ideas to bring about positive change. But, it was a start. About eight joined Storlie and Smith at the Royal Cafe Wednesday, and the focus was on jobs and job creation. Read more »
By Tina Snell, Staff Writer tina.snell@mcrecord.com Patty Burggraff, Royalton, loves to sew. She has always loved to sew. She learned she had the talent during home economics classes at Little Falls Schools and has turned this passion into a small, home-based business, Patty’s House of Sewing. “I am a hands-on person and need to be doing Read more »
Many entertainment venues oppose the concept By T.W. Budig, ECM Capitol Reporter Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee Chairman Chris Gerlach saw his event tickets legislation pass his committee on a strong 11 to 4 vote, Wednesday, Feb. 1. “I believe this bill protects the middle ground,” said Gerlach, a Republican from Apple Valley. The Read more »
Most of those testifying oppose the idea By T.W. Budig, ECM Capitol Reporter Senate Local Government and Elections Committee Chairman Ray Vandeveer, R-Forest Lake, took hours of sometimes emotional testimony Wednesday, Feb. 1 on the proposed Photo ID constitutional amendment. No votes were taken on the controversial provision that could require all voters to show Read more »
By T.W. Budig, ECM Capitol Reporter A House natural resources committee on Wednesday, Feb. 1 heard a legislative proposal from Rep. Tom Hackbarth that could place three electronic barriers on the Mississippi River to block the spread of Asian carp. Hackbarth, a Republican from Cedar, is looking for $13 million to erect electronic fish barriers Read more »
On Tuesday, the Missouri House of Representatives passed a resolution recognizing the service of AmeriCorps members, including Jerry Buker of Little Falls, for their indispensible role in the recovery efforts following the devastating tornado that struck Joplin May 22, 2011. AmeriCorps members will also be recognized on the floor. Buker, who served with Conservation Corps Read more »
The Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls hosted their annual Employee Appreciation Dinner Jan. 24, at St. Francis Convent, Little Falls. Many of the 140 employees and their spouses or guests were present for the occasion. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Saint Francis Award to Terry Bernardy, food service director at Read more »
The Great River Arts Association (GRAA) announces two exhibits currently on display in its satellite galleries. A collection of pieces from St. Joseph artist Jill Dubbeldee Kuhn, are at the Morrison County Government Center. Kuhn works to bring timeless “slice of life” images to life using vibrant colors in acrylic. Kuhn is an accomplished artist Read more »
21 House DFLers back legislation By T.W. Budig, ECM Capitol Reporter House Democrats presented a perceived government reform package Tuesday, that includes economic disclosure reform for legislators, a ban on late night legislative sessions, data practices changes and other reform items. “For those of you who’ve spent the night on the (House) floor with us, Read more »
