Hometown Focus - Virginia, Minnesota

My Inuvik parka tale

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:28:51 +0000

By Jean Cole

HTF Editor

A couple months ago I stopped in at a local consignment store, thinking I might find something for my daughter Christine, who likes old clothing she can re-use. On a rack by the door, I saw a bright green wool and (real) fur-trimmed parka, with Native design appliqués, in excellent condition.

The great Virginia Film festivals of the 1960s

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:28:54 +0000

By Charles Johnson

HTF Contributor

Back in the 1960s, the two movie theatres in Virginia offered kids something to do on Saturday mornings. The practice disappeared long ago, but I am glad it was there to enjoy.

On my way up with Upward Bound

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:29:15 +0000

By Lutasha Mott

HTF Contributor

Editor’s note: True North Upward Bound, located at Mesabi Range College, provides support to students in their preparation for college entrance. The program serves high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor’s degree, and high school students from families who meet federal income guidelines.