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A deer sanctuary in central Minnesota might be forced to close its doors after 60 years
HUTCHINSON, Minn. — A long-time deer sanctuary in Hutchinson is at risk of being shut down and a fence might be the culprit. For decades, a 28-acre site in the middle of town has been a destination for people of all ages."We came here a few times, and she gets so excited to see the deer and the ducks and everything," said Carissa McCain, visitor.Deer is the main attraction. They've been on site for more than 60 years. But due to a new law, Gopher Campfire Wildlife Sanctuary is now required to build a second fence around the perimeter, to prevent the...
Artists of all ages invited to design next library card
Great River Regional Library invites local creative artists of all ages to participate in a contest to design the next library card. This contest, which will run throughout June, offers a unique opportunity for your design to be printed and available to library users across Central Minnesota, spanning GRRL’s 32 locations. GRRL staff will carefully review all submissions and decide on each age group’s winners. ...
Drawing for 'life'
Congratulations to the following Zion Lutheran School of Mayer students who placed in the recent Lutherans for Life Carver County poster contest. Autumn Bouma was 2nd place in grade 4; CJ Hart was 1st place in grade 5; Elise Luoma was 1st place in grade 6; Sara Jacobs was 1st place in grade 7; and Boden Niedzielski was 1st place in grade 8. (Submitted photo)
Rise & Dine: 21 Must-Try Breakfast Spots in Rockford
The perfect morning in Rockford consists of a cup of coffee, listening to birds chirp outside, and a delicious hearty breakfast. Change my mind. I've dabbled in the breakfast scene in Rockford far too many times. My go-to places have always been Johnny Pamcakes and Jerry's Café, but I'm always down to expand my horizons... or my sunrises. Bad joke, I know.
Association to host free rain garden planting, design workshop
The Harrisons Bay Association (HBA) has a mission to educate the community on ways that residents can impact the water quality of our bay. One way to do this is through landscaping practices that filter stormwater pollutants and keep that water out of our lake. HBA and the University of Minnesota Extension Education Office will be hosting a free hands-on rain garden planting and design workshop on May 18 at 9 am. Attendees will receive training on plant selection and placement and each participant will...
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