The pace at which climate is changing in Minnesota is more rapid than scientists’ computer models predicted according to Dr. Mark Seeley, retired University of Minnesota Climatologist/Meteorologist. Seeley made this statement as part of a presentation at the Mora Vasaloppet USA Nordic Ski Ce…
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Mora Future Farmers of America kept busy throughout the month of October. Members participated in general livestock, horse and poultry career development events. Members who participated in the general livestock events were Brooke Dunsmore, Tayven Peterson, Kylee Gravening, Nolan McGaw, Korb…
Winter anglers on Lake Mille Lacs will again enjoy a walleye harvest this winter for the third season in a row, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Similar to last season, anglers will be allowed to keep walleye on Mille Lacs starting Saturday, Dec. 1, with no bait restrictions…
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Ann River Winery, located south of Mora off Highway 65, offers an elegant space to gather while sampling expertly handcrafted wines.
Seven Kanabec County precincts will recount ballots after initial results of the Nov. 6 election show the Commissioner District 5 race was won by a mere two-vote difference.
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Winter anglers on Lake Mille Lacs will again enjoy a walleye harvest this winter for the third season in a row, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Similar to last season, anglers will be allowed to keep walleye on Mille Lacs starting Saturday, Dec. 1, with no bait restrictions…
For the first time in its history the Ogilvie/Mora Swim Team (OMST) will send a four-person relay team to the Class A State Tournament, along with two individual swimmers participating in three events.
Barb (Wagamon) Aamodt, a 1993 graduate of Luther College, was inducted into the Luther College Athletic Hall of Fame for her outstanding achievements in track and field and volleyball. The induction ceremony took place on Saturday, Oct. 27, as part of the Luther College Homecoming weekend.
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Even though the Lions entered their section final game on Nov. 1 as the No. 1 seed, they knew they’d have their work cut out for them. Their opponent, Russell-Tyler-Ruthton (RTR), was the defending section champion and state semi-finalist a year ago.
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On Friday, Nov. 2, Mora put their undefeated record on the line in the Section 5AAA championship game at St. Cloud State University. Top seeded Annandale stood between the Mustangs and a return trip to the state tournament. Annandale ended the Mustangs season with a 27-12 victory as the Must…
Obituaries
Deborah “Deb” Ann (Mensing) Thompson, died Saturday, Nov. 10, …
James Edward Nelson, of Braham, died on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018…
Daryl “Weiner” Gene DePoppe, of Henriette, died on Sunday, Nov…
Patricia “Pat” Lucille (Bentley) Rypkema, of Mora, died on Tue…
Major James Holmgren, formerly of Ogilvie, died on Friday, May…
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To the editor,
Have you noticed the increased anger, hate and violence in our world? News commentary, politicians, media and social media are filled with hate speech and mean talk. This harsh and mean rhetoric spews over into all aspects of life. It seems that everyone must beat those who disagree with the…
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