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

Gear up! Pheasant hunting season opens soon



Pheasant hunting can put food on the table, supports grassland conservation and is a fun sport that doesn’t require a lot of specialized or expensive equipment. Once you’ve identified some areas you might hunt – the hunting usually takes place in grasslands or frozen wetlands – there are a few things to consider to make the most of time in […]

Visit state forests for fall color driving tours



Driving a scenic route through a state forest is a great way to view fall color, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “Routes through hilly or rugged areas dominated by deciduous trees tend to have the best mix of color,” said Jennifer Teegarden, DNR forestry outreach specialist. “And the dark green needles of conifers accent the yellow, orange […]

4 reasons for a check engine light



Vehicles rely on many components working harmoniously to function at optimal capacity. Any number of systems can go wrong, and oftentimes the first indication that something has gone awry is an illuminated dashboard signal. One such signal is the “check engine” light. Many drivers have little idea what to do when this indicator lights up, and this light can cause […]

The benefits of waxing vehicles



After a thorough washing and interior detailing, many vehicle owners put the finishing touch on their cars and trucks by applying a coat of wax. Is this a practice of automotive vanity, or does waxing actually pay legitimate dividends? A coat of wax provides a pristine shine and can help protect paint from the elements. Waxing may not be as […]

What to look for in a permit-to-carry class




Part 1 of 9 EDITOR’S NOTE: This week we welcome instructor Tony Yeley of Mt. Iron, MN, to our pages. He will be sharing with us a 9-part series of articles about responsible gun ownership and permit-to-carry courses. Yeley is a certified permit-to-carry instructor. He contacted me to see if HTF would be interested in running some informative and educational […]

DNR announces fall land auctions of 40 northern MN parcels



In late October to early November, 40 northern Minnesota parcels will be auctioned at three different auctions. Nine northwestern Minnesota parcels will be auctioned Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the County Administration Building in Bemidji, and 27 northeastern Minnesota parcels will be auctioned at the Lake County Courthouse in Two Harbors on Thursday, Oct. 27. An additional four parcels in north-central […]

Partnership to bring clean, renewable energy to State Capitol Complex



Lt. Governor Tina Smith and the Minnesota Department of Administration announced a new partnership with Xcel Energy called the Renewable*Connect Government Pilot Program. The new initiative will ensure that 33 percent of the base energy used at the State Capitol Complex comes from renewable sources. If approved by the Public Utilities Commission, the program will provide a reliable and stable […]

Propane, heating oil, diesel fuel users urged to prep for the heating season



The end of September signals and cooler temps, the agricultural harvest along with corresponding cooler temperatures and the start of a new heating season. The demand increases for propane and diesel fuel for agricultural uses and for propane and heating oil for the Minnesotans who use those fuels to heat their homes. “Now is the time to buy propane, heating […]

Electronic voting opened for calendar contest



GRAND RAPIDS – Lake Country Power members can weigh-in on photo selections for the 2017 co-op calendar through the power of a ‘like’ on Facebook. Voting for the top 2017 calendar pictures is open at www.facebook.com/lakecountrypower. Photos receiving the most number of ‘likes’ will be considered for the 2017 calendar. All photos were submitted by Lake Country Power members. The […]

Fire Prevention Week reminder: Replace smoke alarms every 10 years



The official theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, Oct. 9 – 15, as announced by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is “Don’t Wait: Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years.” The focus on smoke alarm replacement comes as the result of a survey conducted by NFPA, which showed that only a small percentage of people […]