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by Debra Meyer-Myrum news@inhnews.com A proposed utility-scale solar project in Todd County was once again the focus of the Planning and Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on April 2 as representatives from US Solar and Westwood Professional Services returned with updated studies addressing concerns about farmland impacts, drainage, screening, and decommissioning costs. The meeting featured extensive discussion on revised project details, including a decommissioning plan ou

News from Eagle Bend's Past 25 Years Ago April 25, 2001 There’s something new in the agricultural department at the Eagle Valley High School. A computer lab has been added, and stocked with a half dozen shiny new iMac computers and related equipment. The new computer lab fulfills the dream of Instructor Curt Gjerstad to implement modern technology into his classes. ********** Pictured, these students traveled to Brainerd on April 4 for a regional ag contest and will go on

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com After 16 years of owning and running Double Eagle Golf & Grill, Dave and Theresa Lisson are handing over the keys to a new generation. The 9‑hole reversible course and full‑service restaurant just outside of Eagle Bend has been sold to Justin and Amber Wagner, a local couple who hopes to build on what the Lissons started while keeping the family‑friendly, small‑town character that has defined the business. The transition comes as th

News from Eagle Bend's Past 25 Years Ago April 18, 2001 Kermit Olson of Eagle Bend has been named a Melvin Jones Fellow by the Lions Club International Foundation in recognition of his commitment to serving the community and the world. Named for the founder of the Lions Club International, Melvin Jones, is the foundation’s highest honor. It is a recognition of a commitment to humanitarian service. As a Melvin Jones Fellow, Kermit becomes a part of a growing network of indivi

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News from Eagle Bend's Past 25 Years Ago April 11, 2001 The rising waters over the weekend caused many flooding problems throughout the county and state. On Saturday evening, sandbags were put around Shirley’s Gas Station in Eagle Bend to keep water from running into the building. County Road 16 was one of many county roads overcome by flooding. ********** At a Knowledge Bowl meet, students start with a written test consisting of 60 multiple-choice questions. Then they c

News from Eagle Bend's Past 25 Years Ago April 4, 2001 A large crowd turned out for the customer appreciation dinner which was provided by Hess Equipment in Eagle Bend to celebrate 25 years in business. ********** According to Liz Westergren, the Eagle Bend Area Development Corporation’s March 28 meeting was used to make sure everyone is “on track with their assignment for the Nelson Park Block Party.” The fundraiser, with the proceeds earmarked for the developed of the rec

by Debra Meyer-Myrum news@inhnews.com A proposed Todd County solar farm continues to move through the local approval process after receiving a Todd County Board of Adjustment variance to be located on land classified as prime farmland—despite a county ordinance that generally prohibits such development. The Eagle Bend Solar project, proposed by USS Eagle Bend Solar LLC, would be constructed on approximately 55 acres in Wykeham Township. The property, owned by Jean Greenwald

News from Eagle Bend's Past 25 Years Ago March 28, 2001 Last Thursday, 76 women attended a Farm Woman Appreciation Day that was held at the Double Eagle Country Club near Eagle Bend. Jim Lunemann of Central Ag Services started the program by welcoming everyone. Lunemann said he learns a lot from farmers by what he refers to as “milk tank talk”. From those talks he gets asked plenty of questions and based the topics of the day on some of them to answer some frequently asked q

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