Snow removal costs have caused budget concerns for area cities and Melvin is no exception. Mayor Gary Benz told the Melvin city council at its meeting Monday night that the current budget for snow removal was set at $5,000. Benz said the actual cost thus far has been about twice that amount. Full Story
Dr. William Hicks and Janie VandeGriend, RN, were the keynote speakers at Osceola Community Hospital's Heart Health Bazaar February 24 in the Wellness Center multi-purpose room. Hicks reviewed cardiac risk factors and BMI-body mass index. He stated education is key for good heart health. Full Story
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn fans greeted seven state qualifiers at a reception February 21 in the Hartley gym. Wrestling coach Adam Zellmer, right, remarked about the team's stellar season and individuals during the event. Six of the seven state qualifiers are pictured with the banner proclaiming H-M-S as district champions. Full Story
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Frustration about heavy snows gave way to humor when this snowbank art appeared at the Gerry and Linda Kogelman residence in Ocheyedan. It brings smiles to passersby who are beyond tired of this lengthy Midwest winter.
The Student Leadership Team at Sibley-Ocheyedan Middle School has partnered with Village Northwest Unlimited and gathered 1,215 pairs of shoes for the Soles4Souls project through VNU. The shoes will be sent to Haiti as part of VNU's and Soles4Souls relief efforts for earthquake victims. The two entities immediately committed 100,000 pairs of shoes to the victims. Full Story
