Articles from the June 11, 2020 edition
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LISTEN UP!
Hundreds of protestors made their voices heard loud and clear June 4 in Spencer. Between 400-500 people descended on the Clay County seat to march down Grand Avenue in honor of George Floyd, who died...
Coronavirus claims first O'Brien County victim
O'Brien County joined an unfortunate list Tuesday when officials announced the first coronavirus-related death since the pandemic began. The individual was an adult male, however, the O'Brien County...
Hartley council looks to lift pit bull ban
BY NICK PEDLEY Changes are on the way affecting which dogs can live inside Hartley city limits and which ones can't. Megan Hoger, who is in the process of purchasing a house in Hartley, approached...
Safety is priority at baseball, softball games
Fans of high school baseball and softball will be heading to their favorite teams' diamonds as games will be played starting on Monday, June 15. But spectators are strongly encouraged to take all...
Don't regulate real results
Efficiencies are often found in times of crisis. Last week's primary election in Iowa was evidence of that. More than 520,000 votes were cast, shattering the previous record of 449,490 set in 1994. De...
Toft's Thoughts
COVID-19 has taken a back seat the past few weeks as we shift our focus to the injustices of our fellow humans. It's sick that there is still a debate about which lives matter. Yes, all lives do...
The Writer's Pen
When I was growing up in the Fifties, I awoke on Monday mornings to the sound of the old Maytag washer humming in the basement Mom’s weekly laundry routine followed the same pattern as most h...
Sending them off in style
In a year where it appeared there may not be a graduation ceremony at Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Class of 2020 could have two. A small ceremony was held Friday evening in...
High turnout in primary pleases election officials
Clay County Auditor Marge Pitts' final primary election was one to remember. The longtime official, who is retiring at year's end, oversaw a record turnout during last week's vote. The surge wasn't...
Dirt work uncovers hidden foundation at Sanborn middle school
elvin-Sanborn Middle School has uncovered a bit of history – buried beneath the playground behind the school were walls from a time gone by. In 1896, a two-story Sanborn school building with a l...
Mary Ann Bobolz, 86, Hartley
Private family graveside services for Mary Ann Bobolz were held on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Pleasant View Cemetery in Hartley. Pastor Chris Nitzel officiated. Pallbearers were Kelly Lux, Brad...
Bonnie L. Schoelerman, 88, Hartley
Private family services for Bonnie L. Schoelerman were held at the Warner Chapel in Spencer. Pastor Lynn Dau officiated. Casket bearers were David Schoelerman, Brent Moritz, Bradley Moritz, Brian Moritz, Evan Erichsen, Seth Erichsen, Kevin Klein,...
From Our Files
• June 14, 1945 The Smith Hamburger Shop, which had been under the ownership and management of Mrs. Carrie Smith, was sold to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Fletcher, of Kingsley. Mrs. Smith’s plans for the future were undecided. K.G. Rasmussen, of May City, so...
Evertek team members celebrated
Evertek recently celebrated the longevity, talent and tenacity of their General Manager Roxanne White and newly-retired Board Member Bud Meyer. White has been with Evertek for more than 35 years. "I...
CC/E can cages ready for donations
Clay Central/Everly's can cages had a brief hiatus, but they're back and ready to be filled. CC/E encourages can and bottle donations to be left in the three can cages. Funds from donations help...
Area Happenings & Accomplishments
Food pantry at Hope Lutheran The food pantry at Hope Lutheran Church in Everly is still open. Temporary hours are Mondays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m. Please knock on the church door and food will be brought out to you. McCarty shower...
Summer program starts June 15 at library
Adults and kids alike will find something to love during this year's summer library program at Hartley Public Library. This year's theme is "Imagine Your Story." Some changes will be implemented to...
Graduating seniors look back on 4-H experiences
O'Brien County is home to 21 graduating senior 4-H members. As social distancing and these unprecedented COVID-19 times continue, the graduates remind us what 4-H, as well as life, are all about. The...
