2017-09-20 E-Edition

UMC CLINIC RENOVATION INCREASES PRIVACY, EFFICIENCY

Customer appreciation event showcases updates

GRAFTON – Unity Medical Center’s (UMC) clinic, known as Grafton Family Clinic, completed their renovation recently and the changes were on display Friday at a public event hosted by the organization. Tours of the clinic, an introduction to the providers, and a barbeque provided by Country Smokehouse, were provided to give the community a close up look at changes that […]

Centennial Center ice expected early October

Lobby project complete Nov. 1

GRAFTON – Grafton Parks and Recreation (GPR) held their monthly meeting Wednesday, Sept. 13 at the GPR board room. In attendance were board members Brad Burianek, Cory Burns, Ryer Stark and Scott Hills. Business manager Matt Oppegard, director Bill Dahl, facilities manager Dean Feltman and program manager Mike Steinfeldt were also in attendance. Board member Todd Storey was not present. […]

Minto city auditor retires

First reading of 2018 budget approved

Minto’s long-time auditor Tami Ulland is moving on. After serving the city for 23 years, Ulland has accepted a position with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Council members unanimously accepted her resignation, with regrets. Council members Larry Jamieson, Allen Gerszewski, Stanley Miller, John Narloch and mayor Lane Kelley were in attendance “I have loved working here,” Ulland said. Mayor Kelley […]

Commissioners commend Nelson on lifetime award

Overall county mills reduced for 2018

COUNTY – Walsh County Commissioners ( WCC) met Tuesday at the courthouse in Grafton for their regular bimonthly meeting. Commissioners Luther Meberg, LaurenWild, Lawrence Burianek, Karen Anderson, and Ernie Barta attended along with auditor Kris Molde. After approval of the agenda Walsh County Emergency Manager Brent Nelson informed commissioners that he had hired a new 911 dispatcher who will be […]

Potato bar on Sunset Founders luncheon menu



Lutheran Sunset Home’s activity room will be the venue for the Sunset Founders Fall Luncheon on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A potato and chili bar is on the menu. The event also includes a bake sale, as well as the chance to win cash prizes. A drawing for $200 cash, $100 cash and $50 cash […]

Benefit supper planned in Drayton for Amber Bjerke



A benefit supper will be held in Drayton for Amber Bjerke Saturday, Sept. 30. The event will run from 4-7 p.m., at H.G.J. Memorial Hall. There will be a silent auction, bake sale and taco in a bag meal. Local meal deliveries will be available to anyone who calls 701-520-0913 by noon on Sept. 30. Cost to attend is $20 […]

Unity sponsoring diabetes nutrition education class



Grafton’s Unity Medical Center is sponsoring a nutrition and diabetes education class at Hugo’s Family Marketplace in Grafton Monday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m. Rondee Feltman, UMC registered dietitian, will guide guests on a tour of the local grocery store and provide hands on information in making healthy food choices for themselves and their family. This class is free and […]

Suicide prevention focus of ‘Close to Home’ program



As September is National Suicide Prevention Month, it presents an opportunity for Grafton and surrounding communities to discuss one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Grafton Public Schools Performing Arts Center will host “Close to Home: Suicide Prevention” Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m. The event offers a chance to learn about local resources and hear […]

St. John’s to serve fall dinner



The annual fall dinner at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Grafton will be served Sunday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu includes turkey, ham and all the trimmings. There will also be a raffle for five cash prizes of $100 each. Raffle tickets will be available at the door for $1 each or in […]