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

LTV, Cliffs and Erie holiday party planned



EVELETH – The annual Christmas party for former salaried employees and/or spouses of LTV, Cliffs and Erie mining will be held on Friday, Dec. 6, at the Rustic Rock in Eveleth with a 5 p.m. social and dinner to follow. A cash bar will be available. Cost is $40 per couple and $22 for singles. To attend, RSVP to Jerry […]

Santa to visit Gilbert Public Library



GILBERT – Santa will visit the Gilbert Public Library on Friday, Dec. 6, from 4 – 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 218-748- 2230.

Honoring my favorite local small business




For the last 10 years, I have had the privilege of working for a local familyowned business. I started working for Jerry Christofferson at Rocket Liquors when I was 19, and even though I have moved on with another career, I still can’t say goodbye to that store or my Rocket Family. Jerry has owned Rocket since the early 80s, […]

Dressing with Moxie




Moxie. It’s a old-fashioned word signaling sass and style. It has also inspired a modern attitude toward shopping and fashion. To Suzanne Rian, “moxie” means “bold, vivacious, smart.” In fact, the owner/operator of Moxie has painted her definition of the word on her shop’s wall. Rian has other inspirational phrases (such as “Life is too short to blend in.”) trimming […]

SALOME’S STARS



SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Highenergy aspects dominate, both on the job and at home. Use this time to put some long-range plans into operation. Things level off later in the week. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Even the usually gregarious Goat might feel overwhelmed by a flurry of activities. Be patient. Things soon return to your normal […]

Local artist Betsey Harries wins multiple awards



VIRGINIA – Artist Betsey Harries of Virginia was the recipient of five awards, including three Best of Show awards, at juried art exhibits and shows throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin this summer. A relative newcomer to the art world, Harries has enjoyed a successful start to her art career despite the fact that she has been creating her miniature art dolls […]

Annual Pikku Joulu planned at Kaleva Hall



VIRGINIA – Ladies of Kaleva Lokka Tupa will hold their annual Pikku Joulu (Little Christmas) party at Kaleva Hall on Monday, Dec. 2, at 5 p.m. Dinner will be followed by a lively auction.

Local poet Jeff Gregg to read at Lyric Center



VIRGINIA – Local poet Jeff Gregg, an English instructor at Mesabi Range College, will read from his work on Monday, Dec. 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the First Stage of the Lyric Center for the Arts, 514 Chestnut Street, Virginia. Gregg resides in Fayal Township and has been writing poetry for the past ten years. He is inspired by […]

SpaceLIFT



Decorator Secret: Dream rooms How To: Dream rooms really do come true…here’s one way to make it happen. Dream on paper. No matter how large or small your project, start it by making a wish list. A few things I think are important are; first make a book. Choose a bright color so you can find it easily when an […]

Small Business Saturday





What could be better than shopping SMALL and LOCAL for everyone on your Christmas list this year? Try it! It doesn’t take much effort to skip that “Made in China” junk when making your Holiday entertaining and gift lists. Local bakeries offer wonderful, healthier choices for those who don’t have time or space for Holiday baking. Food cooperatives offer endless […]