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

Community picnic planned at Camp Vermilion



COOK – Camp Vermilion is hosting a community picnic on Tuesday, June 24, from 5 – 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more than 50 years Camp Vermilion has been serving the families and congregations of the Iron Range. Campers ranging from age 5 through high school come to Camp Vermilion to explore their […]

Sandbagging continues in northern SLC following flooding



DULUTH – An estimated 10,000 to 15,000 sandbags are in place, with an additional 8,000 ready to go, in northern St. Louis County around properties near Lake Kabetogama, the Ash River Trail and Crane Lake, protecting resorts, cabins and other structures from high water. Sandbagging efforts began last Friday and continued through the weekend as heavy rains caused water levels […]

Minnesota DNR and the Twins team up with special offer



TWIN CITIES – Kids and adults who have a 2014 Minnesota hunting or fishing license can still receive a free blaze orange and camouflage Twins logo baseball cap when they buy a discounted Minnesota Twins ticket online. The promotion, which started in May, continues on Saturday, Aug. 16, against the Kansas City Royals; on Sunday, Sept. 7, against the Los […]

2D and 3D artwork sought for juried exhibit



VIRGINIA – The First Stage Gallery in Virginia is seeking artists for a juried exhibit of 2D and 3D works featuring life and work on the Iron Range. The exhibit will take place in August. Submissions must be in by Tuesday, July 1. More information is available online at www.lyriccenteronline.org under the Call for Artists tab, or by calling 218-741-5577.

SALOME’S STARS



GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Creating a loving atmosphere for those you care for could pay off in many ways. Expect to hear some unexpected but very welcome news that can make a big difference in your life. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Stepping away from an old and seemingly insoluble problem might be helpful. Use the time […]

Tomato tips




Mulching helps to raise or lower soil temperature. The best mulches for tomatoes are organic materials such as bark, wood chips, leaves, straw and/or grass clippings. Using black plastic may not improve tomato yields since the temperature starts back to ‘scratch’ each morning. Mulch tomatoes 4-5 weeks after transplantation to ensure warmed soil temperature. Tomatoes are “heavy feeders”. Staked or […]

SpaceLIFT



Decorator Secret: What’s your style? How To: Each of us has our own style. Over the years, as we move from house to house, possibly acquiring partners, children and pets, our style alters as we change and grow but still remains unique to us. Last week we talked about organizing your ideas. Your likes and dislikes…this is a key part […]

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