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News from Verndale's Past 40 Years Ago, October 23, 1985 • Dan Ritari has transformed the former lumber yard rafter shed into a machine shop to do custom fabrication and machine work of all kinds. The front half has been transformed into office space and work areas while the back half of the building is for storage of metal supplies needed for production. • The economy and competition were major factors in the decision made by Harry Dahlin in locking the doors for good on M

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on October13. Public Works Public Works Supervisor Matt Uselman reported on the need to replace a malfunctioning crosswalk flasher on the west side of town. After consulting with MnDOT, he learned that the city is responsible for the flasher’s maintenance and replacement. A new solar-powered flasher costs $2,629. The council discussed whether to replace one or both flashers, ultima

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News from Verndale's Past 40 Years Ago, October 16, 1985 • A large percentage of hands were raised in response to the question from Fire Chief Duane Davis who asked how many had fire alarms in their homes. He also emphasized the importance of practicing EDITH (Exit Drills in the Home) and urged children to ask their parents to participate. He spoke to elementary students on Thursday following the practice fire drill in the school after which they trooped down to the fire hal

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale School Board held their regular meeting on Monday, October 6. Administrative Reports Principal Katie Bolland reported on recent and upcoming activities. She highlighted staff and student achievements, listed all field trips for the current and upcoming months, and noted that the first LETRS professional development session took place for participating staff, while others received instructional practice demonstrations. Bi

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The Verndale Pirates came up just short in a high-scoring thriller Friday night, falling 36-34 to the Sebeka Trojans in a game that saw multiple lead changes and standout performances on both sides of the ball. Verndale came out strong, jumping to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter with two rushing touchdowns from Hollister Heinz—a 3-yard score followed by an 18-yard dash. Heinz also added a successful PAT on the first touchdown. Sebeka answered before the end of the quarter w

News from Verndale's Past 40 Years Ago, October 9, 1985 • Although the response has been great for talented people of the Verndale area to sign up for this year’s Extravaganza, more people are needed, according to Maurie Finck, director. Over 40 have filled out the questionnaires regarding their talents and choices of areas in which to become involved, but Finck indicated he’d like at least 30 more so that no one will be overworked. Registration blanks are available at Barb’

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Hope Chapel Church originated from a Union Sunday School started at the Wing River Town...