Publish an obituary in Hometown Focus

WHAT IS PUBLISHED FOR FREE:

  • HTF will publish a full obituary and a photo (if desired) on our website free of charge.
  • HTF will publish an abbreviated obituary (no photos) in the print edition of the newspaper free of charge.

HOW TO PAY FOR A FULL OBITURARY:

  • A full obituary and a photo (if desired) published in the print edition of the newspaper is charged by the column inch.
  • Once HTF receives the obituary, photo and your request for a full obituary, we will provide you with the cost prior to publication.
  • Payment is due prior to publication and can be handled by phone if paying with a credit card.

The deadline for submission of the print edition obituaries (both full and abbreviated) is first thing Thursday morning, although sooner is always better.

Please email: editor@htfnews.us

Fishin’ slow and steady on LV



Walleye fishing has been slow overall with intermittent spikes in success which have coincided with weather and light changes. Two staples in my arsenal for late May early June are jigs and ‘rigs but the bite has been inconsistent via both tactics. Water temperatures are running in the 65 to 68 degree range and I look for some improvement in […]

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Just What IS That Doggie in the Window?



Science is allowing us to take a new and exciting look at our family pets. DNA testing for dogs is enabling many owners of mixed breed dogs to discover more about their mutts. Studies show the test to have an 84% accuracy rate in determining your dogs “roots”. Using technology that may be familiar to CSI viewers, a small amount […]

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Drown with Dick & Jane




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A Tasteful Color Scheme




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Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Open Door Church in Hibbing with Rev. Terry Hartikka officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m.Friday, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at Rupp Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Chisholm.  Visitation will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on […]

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