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

National Poetry Month

It is good I awoke today, and my heart was still beating. I found my breath, my vision, and a little foot wedged between my legs. She says, “Good morning, Mommy,” and it is: good, that is Last night, my brain deluged its contents. I attempted to find order, and there was none. Ethos, pathos, logos didn’t exist. I was […]

Keeping your dog busy with indoor games

Bored dogs get into trouble. We’re their main source of entertainment, so if we don’t give them stuff to do, they’ll come up with activities of their own — and that’s when we end up with chewed-up shoes and curtains. By playing with your dog a few times a day you can decrease the likelihood of them developing destructive habits […]

Hometown Focus Recipes

Sandwiches done down- home style


Well here we are, still in a state of stay-at-home, and that’s okay. Whatever it takes to keep the virus at bay and all of us healthy. Since it’s just my husband and myself at home, our meals don’t require much preparation these days. We’re hungry at different times, and neither of us feel like cooking a big meal. So, […]

CARES Act helping VA boost protections for America’s veterans

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has begun implementing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act or CARES Act, signed into law March 27, to protect America’s veterans. The CARES Act is best known as the law providing $2.2 trillion in economic relief to Americans and has language critical to ensuring the safety of veterans. “Since the president […]

Relief grants available for vets affected by COVID-19 pandemic; apply to MDVA

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is accepting applications for a new program for Minnesota veterans who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. MDVA will be awarding one-time financial relief grants in the amount of $1,000. Eligible applicants must be: MN Statute 197.447, or thesurviving spouse (who hasnot remarried) of a deceased veteran. financially impacted byCOVID-19.Funding is […]

Virtual mental health care use on the rise amid COVID-19

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) continues, daily, to deliver quality and timely mental health care to veterans, even as the COVID-19 pandemic has made traveling to VA facilities complex. VA staff data shows a dramatic jump in virtual mental health care services in March, a sign veterans are successfully accessing care despite the challenges the pandemic has presented. […]

Digital event planned for April 19 – 25

Celebrate Arrowhead Earth Week!


IRON RANGE — Spring has been slowly creeping onto the Iron Range. Snow is melting and birds are chirping. This time should be one of joy and celebration filled with garden plans and enjoying the warming temperatures. This spring, however, is unlike any in recent history. Schools are closed, events are cancelled, and Governor Tim Walz has implemented a stay-at-home […]

Many U.S. residents will receive $1,200

Online application will help with Economic Impact Payments

Working with the Treasury Department, the Internal Revenue Service on Wednesday unveiled the new Get My Payment with features to let taxpayers check on their Economic Impact Payment date and update direct deposit information. With an initial round of more than 80 million Economic Impact Payments starting to hit bank accounts over the weekend and throughout this week, this new […]

The hanging stove: a short story

Five friends make a friendly wager about a tavern peculiarity


“It’s because one of its legs is broken, obviously.” “The brick they’re using for a door stop would solve that problem, Bob.” “Then people might be tripping.” Johnny was right about that. This place wasn’t fancy, but it was busy for its size. On this night, it held about 50 people. Some danced; some played pool. One looked like he […]

Coach Tom’s Corner

Lessons learned from the pandemic


I hope this finds you and yours well! This weekend is purportedly Minnesota’s COVID-19 “transmission peak” period. I don’t think any of us truly understand what that means from a practical standpoint. From my perspective, it’s just numbers and not especially meaningful. As of today, I don’t know anyone who has tested positive for the coronavirus. Nevertheless, I think there […]