Winter In Medina
It may be cold outside, but let’s not let the cold stop us from enjoying Medina’s winter amenities and community events. Bundle up and take in the cold crisp fresh air, while sledding and...
An Original Hamelite Looks Back At 50 Years
A Young Hamelite
If you haven't already, meet Rick Traut, a member of the Hamel-Medina community for over 50 years. His story begins in the Sartell-St. Cloud area where he was born. Due to his...
Diwali – Divine Diversity
Diwali is celebrated by hundreds of millions of Indians in India and outside of India across the globe. Diwali means, literally, a row of lights. This year it will be celebrated on the 6th...
A Life Well Spent – Remembering Medina Mayor Bob Mitchell
Robert G. Mitchell, Jr., "Bob" was an ambitious family man, trained in real estate law and known for his quick wit and civic minded nature. A nature illustrated by a history serving in positions...
Election Day In Medina, MN – November 6, 2018
Election Day is only one month away! The City of Medina has three local positions on the November 6th ballot. Residents will be able to cast their votes for the Mayor seat and two...
Ali’s Angle On Learning & Life
‘Twas the night before summer vacation—visions of sandy toes, dripping popsicles, and lake jumps danced expectantly through every child’s head. Like kids, parents look forward to the change of pace and activity that summer...
Jerk Chicken Recipe
Every time I make Jerk Chicken, I’m reminded of the first time a boy tried to pick up my daughter. We were at a resort in Jamaica, hanging out by the pool and soaking...
Day Tripping To Buffalo
Some of the best memories I have of when my kids were younger, are the spontaneous day trips we would take together. Maybe it was a snow day, a school holiday or just a...
Unified Sports At Orono High School
By Thomas Lecy, Bobby Striggow, Spencer Overturf, Zane Taylor, Karen Pennaz and Jennifer Stankevitz, compiled by Christine Gagnon
Unified Sports join people with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. Together they strive for...
Return Of The One-Armed Bandit
He has arguably sold more rodeo tickets than any cowboy in the history of the PRCA, was nominated by the Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City and has won Entertainer of the Year...