Spring Grove Herald

Students to present drama ‘Radium Girls’

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 2:10pm

This fall, students at Spring Grove High School have tackled a serious drama for their fall production.  

“Radium Girls” by D.W. Gregory, is based on historical events from the 1920s. At one point in time, radium was thought to be a miracle cure. 

There were many products that contained radium, even drinks. It was not known at the time that there would be such damaging effects. 

Luminous watches were very popular and radium was also used on dials for instruments that were used in the military field. 

‘Challenge is to find a better way’ Veterans Day asks to solve differences without war

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 2:09pm

“Your challenge and my challenge is to find a better way.”

These were the final words of Leonard Myrah’s speech at the annual Veterans Day program was held Monday, Nov. 12 at Spring Grove Public Schools.

He spoke of a friend who told him during their service, “There has to be a better way to solve our differences.”

Myrah said as a farmer in his twilight years, he wants to leave the land he farms better than he found it. It will be left for the young students and adults that sat in the audience listening intently. 

Local election results see new members on council, boards

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 2:07pm

Whether you’re pleased, displeased or just happy there are no more candidate ads in your mailbox, the midterm election of 2018 saw a majority change in the U.S. House of Representatives and high turnout numbers.

On a Minnesota scale, Tim Walz and Peggy Flanagan are set to be the next governor and lieutenant governor. Senator Amy Klobuchar maintained her senate seat for a third term while fellow DFL’er (Democrat-Farmer-Labor) Tina Smith was elected to finish out former Senator Al Franken’s term.

SAIL program helps seniors stay fit, active

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 2:05pm

A new exercise program for those 55 and older is helping seniors become active and keep being active.

The Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is offered through Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota. Through grant funding and volunteers, the program and provided equipment is free for those who attend.

Active Aging Programs Administrator Sue Degallier said the program has had an overwhelming reponse in rural communities.

Festival of Trees glistens in Winter Wonderland theme this year

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 2:03pm

Houston County has a good chance of seeing a winter wonderland inside and outside of Festival of Trees this year.

With forecasted snow, the festival is sure to shine this year with returning events, including Santa’s visit, children’s activities, the gala, lighting of the park and more.

“When I think of winter wonderland, I see snow and trees,” volunteer Bethany Moen said. “It’s like looking out our windows after it has snowed. There’s glistening white snow and snow covered trees.”

Berthana Wirth, 84, of Spring Grove

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 1:59pm

Berthana Elaine Wirth, age 84 of Spring Grove, died Nov. 6, 2018, at Gundersen Health Systems in La Crosse.

She was born July 5, 1934, in Hesper, Iowa, to Walter and Luverne (Bryant) Bergsrud. She attended Spring Grove High School. She married Peter Wirth, Jr. on June 21, 1951; they lived in Spring Grove for most of their married lives, except for a year in South Carolina in 1964-65.

Donald Olson, 84, formerly of Harmony

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 1:55pm

Donald D. Olson, age 84, of Austin, Minn., died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, at his home. 

Donald Duane Olson was born on Oct. 31, 1934, on the family farm in Harmony to Bennie and Anna (Storlie) Olson. 

He attended grade school in Harmony until sixth grade, and then in 1947 he moved to Austin High School, graduating in 1952. 

On June 12, 1952, Donald enlisted in the Air Force and served honorably in the United States Air Force Communication Career Field for over 20 years. 

Ronald Myhre, 84, of Caledonia

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 1:53pm

Ronald G. Myhre, 84, of Caledonia, Minn., passed away on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, at Ecumen Centennial House in Apple Valley, Minn. 

Ronnie was born to Styrk and Amanda (Lybeck) Myhre, on Nov. 27, 1933, in Wilmington Township, Caledonia, Minn. He graduated from Caledonia High School. 

On Aug. 18, 1956, Ronnie married Dorene Stoskopf in Preston, Minn.; together they lived and farmed for over 60 years, adjacent to the farm in which he grew up. 

Legal notices

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 1:35pm

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There will be a meeting of the Fillmore-Houston Joint Board of Health on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the Mabel Community Center, 201 Main St S, Mabel, MN.  The meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Last-minute drive sends Lions past R-T-R to win quarterfinal, 27-26

Published by Herald on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 1:29pm

Characteristically, a turnover ended a game that saw 11 total turnovers, including five interceptions. The third interception by top-ranked Spring Grove's Noah Elton snuffed out the last chance for a Nov. 9 state quarterfinal upset bid by unranked Russell-Tyler-Ruthton. That final play at New Ulm, snapped on first down at the Lion 20 yard-line with six seconds to play, came only 33 seconds after an Alex-Folz-to-Kai Bjerke 18-yard touchdown completion had put Spring Grove back ahead 27-26.