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This is the second summer that Ed Bartle of Cushing has grown vegetables at the community garden in Motley, located next to the food shelf at 697 3rd Ave South. He’s enjoying the process, Bartle said. Plus, it’s a way for him to give back to the community. “I’ve got five plots,” Bartle said...
It’s been over 100 years since Joseph (Joe) and Emma Shake purchased their farm in the Leader area of Cass County, located near the once-thriving community of Ellis.The year was 1916; and the Shakes had moved from Marshall to continue the life they knew and loved...farming. It was a life they...
The 19th Annual Growler’s Gathering in Leader will be held Saturday, July 29, from noon until dusk.Pig races, fireworks, music, food, magic show and a parade are just a few of the events on the roster. This year’s theme is ‘Vegas’ and a D.J. will kick things off at noon.There will be something for...
Recent reports from the Motley Police Department (MPD) and the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office  (MCSO) included the following:July 18 - The MPD assisted Todd Cty with a stolen vehicle last seen heading towards Motley from Philbrook.  According to the report, Officer Jason Borash located the stolen...
The Grossman family of Pillager had a great time at the Pillager Fair July 8. Pictured are Travis and Stacy, along with their sons Eli and Garrett. (Staples World photo by Dawn Timbs)  
Millions of Americans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Minnesota is the latest state to offer medical marijuana as a possible treatment option. The Minnesota Health Department’s Office of Medical Cannabis opened enrollment to people diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder on July 1...
Recent reports from the Motley Police Department (MPD) and the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office  (MCSO) included the following: July 7 - While responding to a motor vehicle accident with injuries in Scandia Valley Township, MPD Officer Jason Borash struck a black bear that ran out in front of the...
The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office reports that on July 16, at approximately 11:46 a.m., they received a report of a motorcycle accident with injuries on 230th St., approximately four miles west of Randall in Parker Township. According to sheriff’s office, a motorcycle driven by 43-year-old Ryan...
One man was injured during an ATV crash in Cushing Township July 16, reports the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office. The incident happened at approximately 12:40 a.m., about four miles north of Randal. According to the sheriff’s office, 47-year-old Damon Salyard of Randall was driving an ATV in the...
People of all ages enjoyed carnival games as well as rides in the midway area during the Pillager Fair last weekend. Pictured above fishing for prizes are, from left, Madden Burkman, Madison Vanek and Mya Vanek, all of Pillager. At far right is the children’s grandpa, Tom Vanek, of Monticello. (...

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