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The Staples-Motley FFA horse judging team competed at the Rocking R Ranch in Foley Nov. 8. The team judged five halter classes and two performance classes. Although the team did not qualify for state competition, members learned a lot about the horse industry.   “Even though we aren’t going to...
Winners of the Staples-Motley Voice of Democracy essay contest are, from left, Sivert Klefsaas, Evelyn Gonzalez and Frankie Hanson. Klefsaas is also the winner of the regional contest, sponsored by the Wadena VFW. His essay is entered in the statewide contest. The theme for this year’s essay was “...
Lawyers Kristi Hastings and Joshua Heggem presented “10 Seconds to View, a Lifetime on the Web,” to parents and interested community members on Nov. 26. They gave a similar talk to high school students about the pitfalls of social media. (Staples World photo by Mark Anderson)
Students using cell phones can be the source of many crimes. Even common uses such as posting photos or forwarding messages can lead to police investigations and students getting suspended from school. Even when it doesn’t rise to the level of a crime, overuse of social media leads to mental health...
The third annual instrumental summit featuring world class musicians from California, Arizona, New Mexico, Florida, Indiana, Maryland and Minnesota was held Nov. 17 at Staples-Motley High School. It was organized by Jon Crust, high school band director.  The morning began with a masterclass with...
Lawyers Kristi Hastings and Joshua Heggem presented “10 Seconds to View, a Lifetime on the Web,” to parents and interested community members on Nov. 26. They gave a similar talk to high school students about the pitfalls of social media. (Staples World photo by Mark Anderson)
Students using cell phones can be the source of many crimes. Even common uses such as posting photos or forwarding messages can lead to police investigations and students getting suspended from school. Even when it doesn’t rise to the level of a crime, overuse of social media leads to mental health...
At their Nov. 20 meeting the Todd County Commissioners authorized Chair Randy Neumann, Commissioner Gary Kneisl, and Coordinator Jonathan Stainbrook to consult the Legal Counsel services of Iverson Reuvers - Paul Reuvers - regarding the proposal of a buggy lighting ordinance. The three will consult...
Investigators of the Central MN Violent Offender Task Force and the Todd County Sheriff’s Office arrested two individuals in possession of Controlled Substances (methamphetamine) on Nov. 19. Arrested were Gilbert Aguilar, 26 of Sauk Centre and Winnie  Eriang, 34 of Browerville. Investigators noted...
Event Details: Entrepreneur Fund Women’s Business Alliance Open House, Friday, Nov. 30, 2018, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. with a brief program at 11:30 a.m., 309 1st St. NE. Suite 103, Little Falls The Entrepreneur Fund announced its newest office and second Women’s Business Alliance location in Little Falls...
Santa Claus came to town Nov. 15... on a motorcyle? Santa was checking on who was “naughty or nice” in Staples when he rode into town on a motorcycle. He cruised 2nd Ave. NE from SuperAmerica to the Spot Café, pausing long enough for a friendly patron to take his photo. “Santa” borrowed his ride...
Carsen and Britta Sweeney tell Santa Claus what they want for Christmas at the Staples Community Center Arts and Crafts Show Nov. 17. (Staples World photos by Mark Anderson)  

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