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75 Years Ago - 1946
o May 2, 1946 - Miss Alice Hayes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hayes, suffered a broken right leg, just above her ankle, a broken toe and severe bruises Sunday afternoon when the horse she was riding slipped, throwing her to the ground on the bridge south of Motley. Alice is...
By Dawn Timbs
Staples World reporter
The Staples and Motley Dollars for Scholars (DFS) organization will hold their annual scholarship awards night Wednesday, May 5, 6:30 p.m., at Centennial Auditorium in Staples.
In addition to the many scholarships that have previously been available through...
Recent reports from the Motley Police Department (MPD) and Morrison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) included the following:
April 16 - 20
April 20 - The MPD arrested Tyler Paul Yetzer Tucker, 22, for a body only felony drug warrant. He was also issued a citation for driving after revocation.
April...
75 Years Ago - 1946
o April 25, 1946 - An ad for Baby Chicks from the Staples Hatchery reads, “Once more we call your attention to the probable shortage of poultry and eggs next fall and winter. Prepare now for a good profit later by raising poultry. Order your baby chicks now. Visit our fine new...
The Staples-Motley School Board canvassed the school bond referendum and released precinct information.
The April 13 referendum was voted down 1,555 to 909.
There were more no votes in every voting precinct except the Wadena County portion of Staples.
Following are precinct information, broken down...
Staples-Motley students Alex Morlock, Caleb Jasmer, Kenzie Erickson Caitlin Jasmer compete in the ProStart State Invitational.
(Submitted photo)
By Mark Anderson
Managing Editor
A championship level golf course with a welcoming, hometown feel. That’s the vision Ernie Rose has for The Vintage golf course in Staples,that he and his wife Katie purchased this winter and continue to work on that vision.
The Roses bought a home in the area a...
Karin L. Nauber
Todd County Correspondent
At their April 20, 2021 meeting, the Todd County Board of Commissioners approved two further actions to keep the fairgrounds buildings in good condition.
Enhancements to the Todd County Fairground and buildings, has been ongoing the last few years, with...
The Staples Area Chamber of Commerce is planning several events for this summer and beyond.
• The first event is the May 15 Pink Party, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Staples Depot. This is an event for women who are not participating in the statewide fishing opener.
• The Annual Chamber Dinner will...
The Natural Resources Program at Central Lakes College and the Baxter Field Office of the National Resource Conservation Service were honored Wednesday with the Chief’s Field Office National Earth Team Volunteer Award. This national award, handed out by the United States Department of Agriculture,...
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