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SBNR to match donations to NR Area Foundation
TEAMING UP — SBNR President Kristi Harrington, left, and NRAF coordinator Gail Schmidt hope to see the NRAF fund go up by the end of the year. (Star Eagle photo by Jim Lutgens)
By JIM LUTGENS
Editor/Publisher
It's that time of year again. No, not Christmas, although that's also on the agenda.
It's the time every year that the New Richland Area Foundation goes all out in its fund-raising efforts, and this year the State Bank of New Richland is proud to participate.
For every dollar donated from now through Dec. 31, the bank will provide a matching donation up to a total of $10,000.
"The bank is excited to initiate this end-of-the-year matching grant initiative," said SBNR President Kristi Harrington. "Gift to the foundation yet in 2016 and see your contribution go farther."
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ALBERT LEA — Naeve Hospital Auxiliary, supporting Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea and Austin, will award three $1000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in the Albert Lea service area who are interested in pursuing an education in health care.
All scholarships are provided on the basis of leadership, commitment, character and academic ability. Complete scholarship information and applications which are available from counselors in area high schools or at www.mayoclinichealthsystem.or, then click on student opportunities and then scholarships.
Applications should be returned to Kari Hall, Volunteer Coordinator, Mayo Clinic Health System, 404 W. Fountain St., Albert Lea, MN 56007, by March 23, 2017. Applications will be reviewed by the scholarship committee. Those receiving scholarships will be notified in April.
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Yes, Santa Claus is coming to Geneva on Saturday, Dec. 17, thanks to Geneva Bar & Grill and Victory Life Assembly of God Church.
Prior to Santa’s arrival, area youngsters will be able to try their luck playing Santa Bingo starting at 1 p.m. at the Geneva Community Center.
It is hoped many area children will be able to attend.
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Band culminates marching season with indoor show
FAMILIAR ROUTINE — Jill Jongbloedt and the flute section perform during the 2016 Indoor Marching Band Concert Tuesday, Nov. 22. (Photo by Deb Bently)
By DEB BENTLY
Contributing Writer
The NRHEG Marching Panthers closed the 2016 marching season last Monday and Tuesday evenings in front of near-capacity crowds at the annual Indoor Marching Band Concert in the high school gym.
Excitement and a bit of nostalgia were the order of the evening as students culminated the season which began last spring and carried through the summer, performing the year’s routine, “The Sound of Music,” together for the last time. The concert’s theme was “Sounds of the ‘60s.”
An especially awaited feature of the Tuesday evening performance was the announcement of band members who have been chosen for season-long awards, and to occupy leadership positions beginning next spring. Retiring senior drum major Kallie Spooner was named “Panther of the Year,” freshman Jayna Domeier was named “Rookie of the Year.” Devin Buendorf received the “Most Improved Drumline Member” title, while Autumn Thompson took “most improved” honors among the wind sections. Emma Tollefson and Taytum Ihrke were announced as next year’s color guard captains, and Jayna Finseth as the new junior drum major. Kyra Possin will advance to senior drum major.
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By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
Residents of Ellendale are being encouraged to get in the Christmas spirit this year starting by decorating their homes and yards into winter wonderlands. It has been suggested that they use nativity sets, lights, decorated trees, snow sculptures, or whatever they want to help make this Christmas extra special “in the country.”
Residents will be able to cast their vote for favorite place by Dec. 9. Prizes will be awarded on Dec. 10 to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd-place winners.
Ellendale’s annual Christmas in the Country event will take place Dec. 10. Many local businesses will be decorating for Christmas and hope that people will stop and visit. Lerberg’s Foods, which has been serving the community of Ellendale for over 115 years, is looking forward to another special Day in the Country. Lerberg’s Fitness Center will celebrate its 13th Anniversary that afternoon and will have refreshments to enjoy from 1-5. People are encouraged to register for memberships at the fitness center, as well as for Lerberg’s Car Wash tokens. Gift certificates to these fine establishments would make great Christmas gifts and will be available for purchase.