At the Redwood Area School Board meeting on Monday, March 28, Community Education Director, Andy Ourada, presented some handbook changes to the Cardinal Kids' Club, Pre-School and Junior Cardinal Care. The school board approved of these changes, as well as the proposed 2022-2023 School Calendar.
Miss Tews' first grade class rocked their crazy socks at Reede Gray Elementary School to show classmate, Aleeah Hillestad (middle), how their differences make them unique. Submitted .
A group of Redwood Valley freshmen capped off their season by winning the Mississippi Division of the MYAS Freshman Basketball Championships held March 6 at Mounds View High School. The Cardinals topped Prior Lake Gold, Spring Lake Park and overcame a 13-point halftime deficit to defeat Duluth Denfeld in the title game. Members of the team included: Ethan Louwagie (front left), Reese Regnier, Lukas Means, Kanyon Hicks. Chaun Jones (back left), Elway Berg, Juelz Thompson, Andrew Peterson, and Cayden Johnson-Mariner. Submitted Photo
The signs of spring are becoming more evident as the days get longer. A beautiful male cardinal sang his approval of the warm temps in Redwood Falls.
Dear friends in Christ, in the Gospel text from Luke 4:1-13 we read about the time that the devil personally tempted Jesus in the wilderness. God the Son has taken up human flesh. He is bringing the battle to the earth. This is the one who will crush the serpent’s head. Not long after the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus in bodily form, like a dove; this very same Spirit led Jesus in the wilderness for forty days of temptation. And he ate nothing during those days. And when they were ended, he was hungry.
From visits with the House and Senate Capitol Investment Committees to securing funding to repair and expand several miles of trail, the Friends of the Casey Jones State Trail has been making significant headway over the last year. While we’re building momentum, we’re looking for community support and volunteers to help accelerate progress on the Casey Jones State Trail.
Since the start of the pandemic and it's impact on small businesses, the push for shopping small has completely shifted my priorities for not only what I can do for local communities but also environmentally, with following a 90/10 rule for sustainable purchasing.
Mary Jane Frank, 85, entered into heaven peacefully on March 18, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 28, at the Church of St. Mary in Willmar. Interment will be at St. Aloysius Cemetery in Olivia. Visitation will be 3-5 p.m. Sunday, March 27, with a 2:30 p.m. rosary service at Harvey Anderson Funeral Home in Willmar and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to: St. Mary’s Preservation Association, Attn.: Mary Jane Frank Memorial, C/O Treasurer, 26507 780th Avenue, Renville, MN 56284.
Passed away on March 19, 2022 at the age of 73. Preceded in death by parents, Eldo and Dorothy Schoer; siblings, Jerome and Roger Schoer, Marilyn Bratland. Survived by children, Thomas (Julie) Kretsch and Tina Kretsch and their father Victor Kretsch; grandchildren, Tyler, Jaimee, Jessica, Wyatt, Elliot and Stella; partner, Melvin “Vinny” Lewandowski; siblings, Joyce Ziske, Jeanette (Dale) Boklep and Eldo Jr. “Butch” (Liz) Schoer; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Dianne grew up in Wabasso, moved to the cities to raise her family and enjoyed retirement in Pharr, Texas. Memorial service at Kozlak-Radulovich Funeral Chapel (107th Ave. NE & Hwy. 65, Blaine, MN) Saturday, April 2nd at 2 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Services will be live streamed on the funeral home website. www.kozlakradulovich.com.
Why was Madilynn nominated for Cardinal of the Month? Madi is an all-around great student and member of the 7th grade class. She excels academically and is very responsible and thorough with her work. One quality that makes Madi extra special is that she works well with anyone. She is willing to help others, be a leader, and include everyone.