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News from Browerville's Past 25 Years Ago September 27, 2001 “I keep telling people I want to become a Walmart greeter”, said Bowerville Postmaster Chuck Jesinoski, who will retire October 1 after 32.5 years with the postal service. With a hint of sadness, Jesinoski stated that he will miss all of the P.O.’s customers and employees something terrible. ********** The 2001 Homecoming Coronation was held on Monday evening at the high school. The 2001 king and queen are Joel L

Debby Abrahamson, president of Zion Lutheran Church, explained there is no criteria, anyone can stop by and shop at the Community Clothes Closet. by Michael Hager Zion Lutheran Church in Browerville has accumulated a large selection of items for their Community Clothes Closet which is located at 1021 N. Park Avenue in Browerville. They have been open to the public for a short while and have not yet seen a lot of people coming through the doors, maybe six to ten per week. “

News from Browerville's Past 25 Years Ago September 20, 2001 Cars lined up for two blocks at Petro Plus after a possible gas price increase scare across the U.S. Some stations were reportedly charging as much as $5 for a gallon of gasoline. ********** After the tragedy of last Tuesday morning, we received many emails and phone calls from friends, relatives and others who wanted to share their experiences or points of view. The following letter, written by Molly Allen, was s

by Michael Hagar Most people today believe that young, attractive women were originally the ones who washed cars for charity. Few people would actually know that this event was actually invented and perfected by sexy, fat men. 2 Tall Tavern, located near Cushing, is keeping this tradition alive. The annual event, which took place for the fourth year earlier this summer, is usually held on the third weekend in July. Jeff Myrum, of Browerville, who was first to take off his

News from Browerville's Past 25 Years Ago September 13, 2001 Residents on Horseshoe Lake pleaded with the Todd County Commissioners to consider the environmental and safety effects of future development along that lake. At issue was a proposed development of nine lots along the shore of this small lake located in Ward Township, northeast of Browerville. The lake currently has 36 homes, including a campground. Ellen Peters, who represented the Horseshoe Lake landowners, stat

The Stearns County Attorney’s Office is asking a judge to allow medical records belonging to Joseph Paul Herzing to be used in his criminal case. Herzing served at Christ the King in Browerville, St. Joseph in Clarissa, St. Joseph in Grey Eagle, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie, and St. John the Baptist in Swanville. In a court filing dated August 10, prosecutors argued Herzing gave written permission for his medical information to be shared with the Diocese. Becaus

News from Browerville's Past 25 Years Ago September 6, 2001 Hoelscher takes second at Polish Tourney—pictured a player for the Hoelscher team takes a base during the semi final game against the Wedgies. The Hoelschers won the game but lost the championship to the Blue Jays. ********** Russian Inbound/Outbound for 2001-2002. Four Browerville senior high students: Sarah Hoelscher, Jenni Pachan, Shanda Stracek, and John Johnson along with business teacher Mr. Stender will trav

A Browerville woman is facing a first-degree controlled substance charge after authorities allege she sold nearly 28 grams of methamphetamine during a controlled purchase in Benton County. Chantal Catherine Bue, 39, of Browerville, was charged August 20 in Benton County District Court with one count of first-degree controlled substance crime — sale. According to the criminal complaint, the charge stems from a controlled purchase conducted in January 2025 by the Central Minn

News from Browerville's Past 25 Years Ago August 30, 2001 This year 14-24 men’s softball teams will play ball at the 28th annual Polish Tournament at Motzko Field, east of Browerville. Teams will come from Staples, Long Prairie, Clarissa and Browerville. Chris and Kristy Johnson gave details of the tournament. Chris will join volunteers in the field and Kristy will help with the concessions stand. ********** The Browerville Babe Ruth Baseball team finished their season lo

A Browerville woman was injured on Monday, August 17, after a pickup and semi collided on Highway 27 in Long Prairie Township. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash was reported at approximately 11:05 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 27 and County Road 29. A 2012 Ford F-250 driven by Anastasia Helen Kotsakis, 62, of Browerville, and a 2022 Freightliner semi driven by Brian Lawrence Legois, 59, of Green Bay, Wisconsin, were both traveling eastbound on Highway