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A Mother Is

A mother is A mother is not born. She is created by her children. A mother is prejudiced. She is selfish in her love. A mother is the origin of worry. She is too important …
Emmarie Moon - Director of Discipleship and Recruiting

The Life-Changing Benefits of Working at a Christian Summer Camp

Every summer, my job is to convince young adults to trade traditional internships or seasonal jobs for something more meaningful: working at a Christian summer camp. While camps are known for …

Exciting News from Nerstrand Fire and Rescue

We’re thrilled to announce that thanks to a generous gift from the Taylor Family Farms Foundation, along with support from the City of Nerstrand, the Waterford Warriors Snowmobile Club, Warsaw …
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Growing up a farm boy, I was intrigued by anything with an engine. Tractors, combines, swathers, skid loaders, etc. Grease and gasoline smelled wonderful to me. And diesel fuel smoke was the best. …
There is a strong drive within many of us to be able to do an activity without the assistance of another. Perhaps this started when you discovered how much more of the world you could explore when …
Sun Exposure: Natural sunlight plays a vital role in supporting overall health. Sunlight-derived vitamin D remains in the bloodstream two to three times longer than supplements, making it a more …
Obituaries
Craig Johnson
Craig Johnson, age 67, of Nerstrand, died on May 16, 2025. Funeral services will be held at the Faribault High School, Nomeland Gymnasium on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The Reverend …
William Wayne Nelson
William “Bill” Wayne Nelson, age 73, of Northfield, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Saturday morning, April 19, 2025, at his home. Bill was born on October 23, 1951, in Albert …
David V. Caron
David V. Caron, age 88 of Faribault, MN, died on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the Owatonna Hospital following an extended illness. David Victor, the son of Victor and Louise (Erb) Caron was born on …
Lloyd Norval Kunde
Lloyd Norval Kunde, 92, of Kenyon, MN, died on Friday, April 19, 2025, at United Hospital in St. Paul after a brief illness. Lloyd was born in Goodhue, MN, on January 1, 1933, to Edward E. Kunde …
James Gilmore Walker
James Gilmore Walker, age 92, died Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at his Nerstrand home. Born in Miami, Florida, Jim grew up in Southern California and graduated with a BA from Long Beach State …
Community
Spring is starting to make an appearance here in Minnesota. The trees are starting to leaf out, flowers are beginning to bloom, and the birds are chirping! For many, spring is a busy time to start …
At the end of this month, young men and women will be graduating from high school all around this country. They will be leaving friends that they have spent years with and entering a new phase of …
May is here which means Mother’s Day is once again upon us. I for one am looking forward to spending time with my own mother this Mother’s Day. Now that we’re adults my mom generally spends …
Community
May Market Saturday, May 17 | 9am-2pm WildWood | 315 Main Street, Nerstrand free admission Over forty craftspeople selling their creative and homemade wares; sourdough breads, …
Silent Disco Friday, May 9 | 8-11:30pm WildWood | 315 Main Street, Nerstrand $20/ticket TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY MAY 2!! Experience the sheer enjoyment of a Silent Disco Dance …
Some Minnesota homeowners, depending on their income, or the percentage or amount of increase in their property taxes could be eligible for a property tax refund known as the Minnesota Homestead …
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