Bois Forte eagle nest ceremony:
A lesson in traditions, and the law
A dedication ceremony for a relocated bald eagle nest at Bois Forte Heritage Center on Lake Vermilion this week turned into quite the learning experience for me. While driving there from Virginia, I reflected on what little I really knew and understood about the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. The nature of my job and my readings, combined with several visits to the Heritage Center in the past, have provided me with rudimentary knowledge of Ojibwe history and culture. A few friends that are enrolled members of the band have shared experiences and stories with me. But fundamentally, I feel quite lacking in true understanding of these neighbors of mine. Full Story
Kid’s Fishing and Casting Contest: June 10!!
The Virginia Rotary Kid’s Fishing and Casting Contest just keeps getting better and better. The 35th annual event will take place Thursday, June 10, on Silver Lake in Virginia. Casting starts at 11 a.m., and fishing is from noon to 3 p.m. Then, the much-anticipated prizes will be doled out for the hundreds of children that are expected to take part this year. The great thing about this fun family event is that every child receives a complimentary gift when they register plus a free lunch of hot dogs, chips and pop. So, even if your fish doesn’t top the scales or your cast doesn’t land on the mark, you won’t be going home empty-handed – or hungry. Full Story
Operation Skywatch
Have you ever watched a rabbit feed on the greenery at the edge of the yard? If so, you’ve noticed that it feeds fitfully; it’s constantly looking around. It’s constrained by instinct to be alert for predators from the sky and from the ground. Full Story
Community Action Begins with a Call to Action
“Although the economic well-being and prosperity
of the United States have progressed to a level surpassing
any achieved in world history, and although
these benefits are widely shared throughout the Nation,
poverty continues to be the lot of a substantial
number of our people. Full Story
Recession Tactic #17:
Explore new marketing strategies. Social media sites such as FaceBook, LinkedIn, and Twitter allow your customers to CHOOSE to get your information. Full Story
St. Mary’s, Miller-Dwan Auxiliaries make generous donations
The Miller-Dwan Auxiliary recently donated $75,000 to the Miller-Dwan Foundation’s Turning Point fundraising campaign. Turning Point is the highly anticipated child and adolescent mental health center that will be designed for youths suffering from mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety. Full Story
Reiki classes offered
RELAX WITH REIKI is holding a Reiki Level 1 Class Tuesday and Wednesday, June 8-9, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. each evening. Cost is $125, which includes the manual and snacks. There is room for 2 more students. Full Story
A Touch of Taste: Graduation party ideas
With the hostess in mind
Graduation and graduation parties – a busy time for the graduate, Mom and the entire family! A few years ago graduation parties were all on graduation night and we traveled from party to party enjoying a movable feast. Graduation parties are now sprinkled throughout the summer so if you are entertaining for your graduate be prepared, the crowd will stay the evening. The “Touch” offers some help for feeding the crowd. Any number of hors d’oeuvres may be served, however here are suggestions for some basics. Full Story
Drown with Dick & Jane
Clarence, son of Christ Chrisopher, our popular commissioner, was nearly drowned Tuesday while playing upon the logs in Virginia lake. He was pulled out of the water by his elder brother, Marcom, and aside from a good wetting and a good fright he was none the worse from his sudden and unexpected plunge in the water. Full Story
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