Vernon County Museum Notes: The origins of the one-room Foreaker School

By Carol Krogan | Vernon County Museum assistant curator Once in a while, here at the Vernon County Museum & History Center, we run into a mystery. Someone out there knows the answer, but just who? Sometimes we can do a little research and find the answer....

Kendall Nutrition Site hosts Christmas dinner

The Kendall Nutrition Site had a Christmas party Friday, Dec. 27. Those in attendance were Jim Thompson, Rick Popp, Linda Martin, Jean Jefferies, Francis Trepes, Carrie Doyle, Joyce Thonesen and Alrita Benish.  A great time was had by all! — Contributed by the Kendall...

Norwalk hosts Winter Fun Day

The Norwalk Public Library put on its Winter Fun Day and Fundraiser on Dec. 14. Kids and adults participated in a coloring contest, ornament making, and a build-a-bear creation.

Wilton Public Library to host activities in October

By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The following activities are coming up at the Wilton Public Library: • 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4: Current-Events Discussion Group • 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4: Book Club for Adults with Special Needs • 10:30 a.m....

Ontario presentations slated for October

By Rachel Conner | Ontario Public Library director The Ontario Public Library is offering exciting presentations this October: • 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 — The Ontario Public Library is honored to welcome former Wis. Gov. Martin Schreiber to speak about his book,...

Senior menus for Oct. 7–11

Kendall and Norwalk meal sites Call 463-7622 (Kendall) or 343-3158 (Norwalk) by noon one day before to reserve a meal. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. One-percent milk is served with each meal. Note: The Wilton meal site closed permanently Sept. 6. Monday, Oct....

Royall class of ‘64 reunites

The Royall High School class of 1964 celebrated its 60-year reunion when they gathered at The Ranch in rural Ontario on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 21. Twenty-four classmates, along with their guests, engaged in lively conversation, enjoyed a picnic-style meal, and...

Wilton Public Library to host programs

By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The following activities are coming up at the Wilton Public Library:  • 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27: Current-Events Discussion Group • 12:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27: Book Club for Adults with Special Needs...

Evangelist to speak in Ontario next week

Submitted by Faith Independent Baptist Church You are invited to hear evangelist John Van Gelderen speak at Faith Independent Baptist Church in Ontario during the week of Sept. 29 through Oct. 4.  Van Gelderen will speak Sunday, Sept. 29, at 9:30 a.m. and each...

Lessons from a cordless drill

Pastor Michael. T. Gjefle | Faith Independent Baptist Church, Ontario One of the most practical modern-day tools is our cordless drills. Consider with me some practical lessons from such a tool. 1) The cordless drill you or I own had a maker. It bears the stamp of a...

Senior menus for Sept. 30 to Oct. 4

Kendall and Norwalk meal sites Call 463-7622 (Kendall) or 343-3158 (Norwalk) by noon one day before to reserve a meal. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. One-percent milk is served with each meal. Note: The Wilton meal site closed permanently Sept. 6. Monday, Sept....

Berg, Stanek to wed

Jessica Berg and Daniel Stanek, both of Kendall, will marry Saturday, Sept. 21, at 24041 Lyndale Road, Kendall. The ceremony will be at 3 p.m.; and the reception, at 7 p.m. Berg is the daughter of Richard Berg and Linda La France. Her stepmother is Rhonda Shoup; and...

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