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

Mesabi Humane Society



Out of the Blue




I love waking up in the morning to a layer of snow on the ground. Waaait a minute. I must be having flashbacks to 20 years ago when I actually enjoyed the white stuff quite a bit. It’s all good though because the forecast calls for it to pass pretty soon…like about six months from now. I never thought I’d […]

Introducting Cross Hill Community Church




Cross Hill Community Church began meeting publicly in Virginia in September of 2010. Cross Hill is affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America, and is located at 704 N 6th Ave W. in Virginia — formerly Enstroms Studios. Cross Hill meets for worship on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00. When you arrive, there will be a hot cup […]

Football Schedules



TWO HUGE BUCKS:

An Opener to remember


Paul and I took a moment to close our eyes and pray as we sat in the suburban at 5:30 on Saturday morning. “Lord Jesus, keep us safe in the woods today and help our hunt be fruitful. Amen.” A half hour later we pulled off the county highway, parked the truck and unloaded the four wheeler from the trailer. […]

Many hands build a home

Family partners with NSLC Habitat for Humanity

EVELETH – The dedication of a newly completed Habitat for Humanity home was recently held in Eveleth. Representatives of North St. Louis County Habitat for Humanity, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Wells Fargo, the City of Eveleth and the partner family gathered at 1208 1st St. West in West Eveleth to honor the hard work, […]

SALOME’S STARS



ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a good time to let that intrepid Aries temperament take charge. Your strong leadership will help settle those stillunresolved situations. Support comes from a surprising source. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your problem-solving talents shine as you move to cool down heated emotions. You also inspire trust in all parties when […]

Honoring Veterans




11/11/11 is not only a unique (perhaps superstitious?) date; it is a special day to honor all Veterans who have served in our country’s armed forces during times of war and peace. All American Veterans (drafted and voluntary), deserve our deepest gratitude for their unselfish service to the United States and its citizens. Do something special to honor our Veterans. […]

SpaceLIFT



Decorator Secret: Ineffective use of accessories. Scattering collections around the room so it just looks like stuff! I always tell people; if it isn’t useful or have meaning to you and those you love…it should not be in the room. But, above all, do not “spread it out” in the room. How To: When you display a collection that is […]

2011-11-11 E-Edition