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Nancy Black, Tribune Content Agency TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (08/22/24). Friends make the world go around, especially this year.
Museum items have many asking ‘what is it?’
Earlier this month, the museum had a booth at the Meeker County Fair. Part of our display was a collection of “what is it?” artifacts. Visitors could see how many of the six artifacts they could identify.
We should let compassion, not fear, drive our lives
The opening of the Book of Exodus (Exodus 1:8-2:10) is a primer on two ways of living: reacting out of fear and acting out of compassion. Throughout the conflict with Pharaoh and the Egyptians, it’s fear and hard-heartedness that drive the narrative.
3 tips to update a resume to align with the modern job market
The job market can be unpredictable. Though reports on jobs suggest the market is now flooded with openings, working professionals looking to change careers or switch firms know the reality of modern job hunting is no walk in the park.
95 years ago: Explosive surprise found in park
20 YEARS AGO: NEWS FROM THE ISSUE OF AUG. 26, 2004 A bed and breakfast might be on the horizon for Litchfield. The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing at its Sept. 13 meeting regarding a change to the city zoning ordinance that would open the way for a bed and breakfast at the Marshall Estate, 611 Marshall Ave. N. Commission members unanimously approved the change in wording earlier this month. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission could forward the ordinance change to the City Council for final approval. Mary Jo Smith, owner of the Marshall Estate, requested the change because current wording would not allow her to have a bed and breakfast while continuing with her existing party/gathering place business at the home.
Tomlinson to speak in Dassel
Dassel native Dr. Tim Tomlinson will speak on “The Road Less Traveled: The Joy of the Journey” 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, at Dassel History Center, 901 Front St. N. This event will take place during the city’s Red Rooster Days celebration.
Urdahl earns two awards for work
Retiring state Rep. Dean Urdahl, R-Acton Township, recently received two awards for his efforts to support infrastructure needs throughout the state.
School Board, City Council races set as filing closes
The election slate is set for local elections in November. Litchfield School District voters will see five candidates vying for three seats on the School Board.
Midtown Lofts project gains final approval
The 60-unit Midtown Lofts project in south central Litchfield garnered unanimous approval from the City Council Monday. First presented to the council at a public hearing in April, the project stirred interest, optimism and concerns.