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  • 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

National turkey(s) gets official pardon

On Tuesday, President Donald J. Trump continued the time-honored White House tradition of officially pardoning the National Thanksgiving Turkey. This year’s candidates for National Thanksgiving Turkey were Peas and Carrots. Peas and Carrots traveled to our Nation’s capital from South Dakota. They were raised on a farm near Huron, S.D., under the supervision of National Turkey Federation Chairman Jeff Sveen […]

The Gundersons are growing trees and building high tunnels



VIRGINIA – I recently had the opportunity to meet and interview Michelle Gunderson, one of our long-term USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) clients in Virginia. Michelle first started working with the NRCS around 20 years ago back in the 1990s. Her first project was a recommendation from a Forest Management Plan developed on her family’s homestead. The project established […]

Giants Ridge set to kick-off it’s 2018–19 winter sports season on Friday

BIWABIK – With ideal snowmaking conditions under its belt for the past two-plus weeks, Giants Ridge will be kicking off its 2018-19 winter sports season on Friday, Nov. 23 (the day after Thanksgiving). On the heels of a record winter sports season in 2017-2018, Giants Ridge is headed into the upcoming winter sports season with much optimism. Fred Seymour, general […]

Eveleth-Gilbert High School 2018-19: Quarter 1 Honor Roll

EXEMPLARY 4.0 HONOR ROLL Grade 12 Lauren Elizabeth Day, Kailee Rose Grahek, Kodi Conrad Intihar, Robert Erving Licari, Quinn David Muhich Grade 11 Mollie Danielle Albrecht, Carly Jean George Grade 10 Amara JoAnn Carey, Elizabeth Marie Jankila, Holly Rae Kutsi, Magdalena Jolene Landwer, Elizabeth Abigale Muster, Kirsten Roberta Rothenberger, Haley Ann Schriber, Jacob Anthony Sickel, Andrew Jeffrey Torrel, Amelia Marion […]

Grants will provide more access to mental health care for kids most in need

State officials on Tuesday visited North Education Center, New Hope, to announce $4.9 million in mental health grants to intermediate school districts. This funding helps specialized school districts provide mental health services to children, including those who have experienced trauma. Intermediate school districts provide highly specialized educational programs to students and families, such as special education, area learning centers, career […]

LEGALS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF A PORTION OF EAGLE AVENUE AND FALCON AVENUE PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTE 412.851 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a hearing will be held before the City Council on the 3rd day of December, 2018, in the Community Center located at 8586 Enterprise Drive South at 6:30 p.m. to consider a proposed vacation of […]

NOTICES

The DAV Kolstad Chapter 23 meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm. Coffee time is 6:30 p.m., Kaleva Hall, 125 3rd St. North, Virginia. The Club (Senior Widowed Persons Grief Support Group) meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Nichols Town Hall in Parkville from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This group is open to […]

REAL ESTATE

Acreage Recreational Land: Salo Township, Aitkin County. 24.5 acres near Sheriff Lake. Well, electric & sewer in. Great Hunting land. $43,900. 218-984-2366*** Hunting/Recreational Land: 80 acres near Dewey Lake, NW. of Chisholm, Adjacent Potlatch lease, $43,000 or Make an offer. 218-262- 2886*** Apartments for Rent Eveleth: Small 1 Bdrm., part. Furnished, all util. pd., Dish TV, W/D, no pets, ref. […]

JOBS

Help Wa nted Need help cleaning , apt, office car, errands ran a ride, call Rose (612)286-6115 Help Wanted: Home Helper in Hibbing. 218-969-7024 SERVICES Fall Cleanup Services: Exterior windows, siding, & more washed. Screens & gutters cleaned.. Experienced friendly service. Call Brian 218-410-9195 Scrap vehicles & machinery hauled away, No charge. 218- 410-6111 Will do roofing, 25 years experience, […]

STUFF

Antiques & Collectibles Miniature replica of antique gas pump: pump says “White Flash”, $20. 218-262-3332 5 Old time Coleman Lanterns: $20. For all 218-410-6111 Johnson Metal Outboard Motor Can: no rust, cash only, $20. 218- 749-2046 Leave message Kitchen Wallpaper: 3 rolls vinyl, pre-pasted, brand new $15. 218- 290-5290 Antique wooden vanity; w/ mirror, bench, high dresser, lots of detail. […]