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Shutout sends Lumberjacks to elimination bracket

Whenever the Foley Lumberjacks and Nisswa Lightning do battle in Victory League amateur baseball action, it is a down-to-the-wire showdown that requires the best of both state-aspiring squads. …
A smiling Josiah Petersen (No. 3) is mobbed at home plate by his Foley teammates after hitting a three-run home run against the St. Cloud Chutes July 16 at Foley High School in Foley. Petersen racked up an astounding seven RBIs in the 14-4 win.

Petersen, productive offense leads Foley to victory

Before the home half of the second inning against the St. Cloud Chutes July 16, Foley American Legion Post 298 baseball head coach Jim Von Wald pulled his team aside for a huddle and expressed a …
Local news
Mike’s Barber Shop in Foley celebrates 50 years of business this year, including 36 years of service as John’s Barber Shop. Before Mike Herr, John Lachinski owned the business.
Countless cuts
For five decades, Foley community members have trusted the same downtown barbershop with their appearance, even though the man holding the scissors has changed. Several generations of customers …
News Briefs
Council discusses electric police car possibility FOLEY— With consistent maintenance issues facing the Foley Police Department fleet of squad cars, Mayor Jack Brosh suggests the …
Community Stars
Benton County marriage applications FOLEY — The following couples have submitted marriage applications in Benton County. — Zachary Ryan Bursch and Danyel Lee Brambrink , both of …
A  crowd of spectators listens to live music from Elle and Jeremy Johnson during the Foley Quality of Life Task Force’s Party in the Park July 18 at Holdridge Park in Foley. The event marked the 10-year anniversary of Foley Quality of Life Task Force’s Party in the Park events.
A decade of parties
The Foley Quality of Life Task Force celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Party in Park events July 18 by doing what it does best: hosting a party in the park. Local musicians Elle and Jeremy …
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Columns

Ice cream optimism

If ice cream were a health superfood, I’d be absolutely chiseled. At a time when our nation seems as polarized as ever, a sweet and nostalgic love for ice cream unites people across the …

Outsmarting the flower munchers

If you’re fortunate or unfortunate enough to live in a wooded area (take your pick), you must toughen up your hide, to a large extent forgiving yourself for no longer respecting (or loving) all …

Building for the future

Our schools provide a great service to students and the greater community. We are committed to supporting a comprehensive learning experience that allows every student to build a strong academic …
Obituaries
Verdell “Andy” Anderson
Verdell “Andy” Anderson, born Nov. 7, 1949, in St. Cloud, passed away July 10, 2024. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at First Lutheran Church in Pine River. A …
Daniel N. Herman
It is with great sadness that the family of Daniel Norbert Herman announces his passing after his illness June 24, 2024, at the age of 87. Dan passed away peacefully at his home in Goodyear, …
Vernon “Buzzy” E. Almlie
Vernon “Buzzy” Edward Almlie was born to Edward and Esther (Wager) Almlie   Jan. 16, 1935, in St. Cloud. He attended elementary school in Glendorado, then graduated from Foley High …
Jon A. Erickson
Jon Erickson, age 78, of Foley, passed away June 19, 2024 at his home of natural causes. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 25, at Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church in Foley. The Rev. …
Rita B. Novak
Rita Novak, age 93, of Foley, passed away June 7, 2024, at her home peacefully in her sleep with her family by her side. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 11 at St. …