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MATTERS AT HAND: Optimism in short supply this New Year

December 29, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald

The beginning of another year is supposed to be an optimistic time, but optimism is hard to muster this New Year. The news of the last month has been unbearable sad and unbelievably frustrating. Nor do the portents bode well. Continue Reading

RYAN BAKKEN: An early start to New Year vows

December 31, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald

The New Year means it is New Year’s resolution time, so those vowing to lose weight will be flocking to Grand Forks’ new fitness center to sign up. Historically, the first of the year finds a surge in health club memberships. Continue Reading

‘Snow on the Porch’ ushers in the New Year with talent show

December 25, 2011 in Worthington Daily Globe

WORTHINGTON There may be not be snow forecasted for New Year’s Eve, but “Snow on the Porch” returns Saturday for its 10th installment of the family comedy-type variety show. This year’s theme is “Norwegian’s Got Talent.” Continue Reading

Lao community celebrates New Year

April 17, 2011 in Worthington Daily Globe

Gathering marks Year of the Rabbit, prayers for good future
BREWSTER Members of southwest Minnesota’s Lao community gathered in Brewster Saturday evening to celebrate not only the Lao New Year, but their culture, heritage and traditions. The party preceded a more formal celebration on Sunday at the Lao Temple north of Worthington. Continue Reading

Snooki’s ball drop to ring in 2011 from New Jersey

December 31, 2010 in Grand Forks Herald

MTV’s plan to put “Jersey Shore” star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi inside a ball to drop from the network’s Times Square headquarters has been dropped after an objection by the group that oversees the world-famous celebration. But Snooki will still drop in as part of “The MTV New Year’s Bash.” Her stunt has been relocated to Seaside Heights, N.J. Continue Reading

Increased DWI enforcement will watch drivers tonight

December 31, 2010 in Alexandria Echo Press

As the ball drops on 2010, a statewide DWI enforcement campaign will drop the hammer on impaired drivers during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Continue Reading

Y offers fun way to ring in, celebrate new year

December 31, 2010 in Alexandria Echo Press

The Alexandria Area YMCA invites non-members, guests, and YMCA members to celebrate New Year’s Day at the Y for free. Continue Reading

What we think: Happy New Year!

December 31, 2010 in The Jamestown Sun

It looks as though 2010 is going out with a bang. But, although the weather is nasty and may ruin a lot of New Year’s Eve plans, it was a pretty good year overall.
Even though we were threatened by a spring of high water and flooding early in the year, it thankfully never materialized. Instead, it turned out to be a good summer and fall, with one of the best harvests in several years. After what 2009 delivered, it was much appreciated. Continue Reading