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  • Site Map by: Vicki

    December 30, 2009, 22:11

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  • Calendar by: Vicki

    April 6, 2010, 21:11

      {CALENDAR}

  • Church Links by: Vicki

    December 12, 2009, 10:10

      Church of St. John, Catholic, Ortonville First English Lutheran Church, Ortonville Living Hope Fellowship, Assembly of God - Ortonville New Life…

  • Business Links by: Vicki

    December 27, 2009, 20:33

    Please let me know if there is a link that you'd like to see added to this blog!  Either by "comment" or "contact" forms. Thanks!

    • Photos by: Vicki

      December 27, 2009, 01:58

      Some pics have comments and/or links when you click on them... I'll be adding comments etc. continually - looking for a particular business - send me a…

    • Restaurant Links by: Vicki

      December 12, 2009, 10:15

        Lakewood Supper Club, Ortonville - Facebook Page Matador Supper Club and Lounge, Ortonville - Facebook Page Ortonville Clubhouse, Website

    • Hotel, Resort & Cabins  by: Vicki

      December 12, 2009, 10:15

        Big Stone Lake State Park - Minnesota DNR (camping only) , Rural Big Stone County Big Stone Lodge, Ortonville Cabin for Rent, Big Stone Lake Econo…

    • Retail & Other Links by: Vicki

      December 12, 2009, 10:15

      Ash & Reedstrom Law Office, Ortonville  Barbara Ash is a glass artist with an on-line store & also sells locally Big Stone Chiropractic Health…

  • Organizations Schools & Gov't by: Vicki

    December 13, 2009, 12:47

    Big Stone County Big Stone County Economic Development Big Stone County Fair, website Big Stone Healthcare Foundation, Ortonville Big Stone Lake Area…

  • Personal Site Links by: Vicki

    December 12, 2009, 10:15

    Interesting personal local blog & website connections: A Camel's Story a Search for the Messiah, Sandy Hanson - Author A View From Here: Resettling Big…

  • About Me by: Vicki

    December 9, 2009, 15:01

    With so many businesses & people in the area on-line, I thought it would be  interesting to offer a blog with a collection of "connections" to those…

  • Contact by: Vicki

    December 12, 2009, 11:59

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  • Blog Posts 
    • General  (27)

      Misc. Information

    • Family  (6)

      Posts about family activity

      • Cornfest Puppet Message by: Vicki

        August 22, 2010, 22:33

        Our Cornfest Church Service was held at Central Park this year - Puppet Message Video

      • Bike Trail  by: Vicki

        May 17, 2010, 21:15

        What a great addition to the area! Beautiful!!

      • KDIO Listener Appreciation by: Vicki

        April 12, 2010, 22:43

        Nice to see so many at KDIO's Listener Appreciation Lunch today... especially when I went for early lunch! Click for more pictures!

      • KDIO Listener Appreciation by: Vicki

        April 8, 2010, 22:23

        KDIO Radio has teamed up with Twins Fans... proceeds go to the Big Stone Lake Area Baseball Association!

      • April 24th - Border Water Fishing Opener by: Vicki

        March 8, 2010, 09:30

        April 24th - Border Water Fishing Opener

      • Winterfest by: Vicki

        February 18, 2010, 07:17

        Winterfest - Thanks to the St. John's Catholic Church volunteers for serving the hot chocolate!!

    • Area Highlights  (5)

      My personal input on area businesses, blogs, websites and fun stuff!

      • Vertical Solutions by: Vicki

        December 20, 2009, 17:19

        Curt Johnson of Vertical Solutions is a wireless internet provider servicing the entire Big Stone Lake area and can be reached at curt@vsi.bz   His business…

      • Local Foods Group by: Vicki

        December 13, 2009, 21:24

        The local Food Group has been preparing an inventory of food options in the County, taking part in the Farmer's Market in Ortonville at the Columbian Hotel…

      • Intuitive Glass by Barbara by: Vicki

        December 13, 2009, 19:25

        Barbara Ash of Intuitive Glass is a local artist. Check out her on-line store at Intuitive Glass on Etsy - she also sells locally (I have several of her…

      • Ortonville Flower Shop by: Vicki

        December 13, 2009, 12:24

        Of course the Ortonville Flower Shop has flowers - but you really need to stop in and see their gift selections!  and such a fun place to stop for a warm…

      • Java Jules Coffee House & Bristro by: Vicki

        December 11, 2009, 08:53

        My favorite morning stop! Great Coffee, Waffles and Lunch Menu Java Jules is located downtown Ortonville.  Julie does not have a web link yet... but…

    • Restaurant Daily Specials  (1)

      Breakfast, lunch, dinner specials

    • Churches  (3)

      Links to Church websites in the Big Stone Lake Area

    • Restaurants  (6)

      Restaurants in the Big Stone Lake Area with links

      • Ortonville Clubhouse - Great Food! by: Vicki

        May 15, 2010, 20:20

        Clubhouse - great food (lunch & dinner!) with gorgeous views of Big Stone Lake!  Stop in to see Darwin & Nancy! Check out the Clubhouse website!

      • Bird Feeder, Big Stone City SD by: Vicki

        February 27, 2010, 10:20

        Met friends for lunch at the Bird Feeder in Big Stone City - we had way too much fun & great food!!!  (and speaking of the fun that we were having - we…

      • Cottage Inn Cafe by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 20:56

           Morning coffee... you have to try a caramel roll - fantastic!

      • The Bird Feeder by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 06:30

         A definite must if you're in the area!  Located on the main street in Big Stone City SD Food is exceptional... along with the service and decor! Th…

      • Cabin Cafe - Great Home Cookin'! by: Vicki

        January 10, 2010, 17:00

        Very good!  Everything that I've had has been exceptionally good - but still want to try the pie.  Homemade pie is Sunday only and have not made it to…

      • Java Jules Coffee House & Bristro by: Vicki

        December 11, 2009, 08:53

        My favorite morning stop! Great Coffee, Waffles and Lunch Menu Java Jules is located downtown Ortonville.  Julie does not have a web link yet... but…

    • Hotels  (4)
      • Lakeview Lodging - New! by: Vicki

        May 25, 2010, 22:07

        New Lodging option in Ortonville!! I was just leaving a meeting at the Ortonville Public Library (Media Center!), when I saw Diane just returning home…

      • Stoney Run Lodge by: Vicki

        January 14, 2010, 21:45

        Stoney Run Lodge - click here for link You don't have to be coming from a distance to enjoy the stay!  Although I have not taken a weekend getaway to…

      • Big Stone Motel by: Vicki

        January 10, 2010, 19:19

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      • Econo Lodge by: Vicki

        January 5, 2010, 18:32

        Was nice to hear a great review of the Econo Lodge!

    • Retail Business  (4)
      • North Central Watch Repair Service by: Vicki

        May 16, 2010, 13:54

        New area website... check out the link!

      • GoFasters by: Vicki

        January 12, 2010, 06:46

           Link:  http://www.gofasters.com/

      • Buying Local at Christmas by: Vicki

        December 20, 2009, 21:06

        Dave Dinnel shared a good visit that he had while ringing the bell on Saturday at Bill's Super Valu... when a young mother with three young children stopped…

      • Ortonville Flower Shop by: Vicki

        December 13, 2009, 12:24

        Of course the Ortonville Flower Shop has flowers - but you really need to stop in and see their gift selections!  and such a fun place to stop for a warm…

    • Entertainment  (8)
    • Personal Blogs & Webs  (2)
      • Citizens for Big Stone Lake has Website! by: Vicki

        March 22, 2010, 20:55

        We now have two great sites to keep you up-to-date on Big Stone Lake acitivity! The new site http://c4bsl.org/  has many pictures of the current flooding…

      • Successful Blogging!! by: Vicki

        March 18, 2010, 20:52

        Wow!  I just checked the hits on the Big Stone Walleye Club blog to see how they were doing - I would definitely call it a success at 1,676 views TODAY…

    • Featured  (3)
    • big stone lake  (5)
    • Church  (2)
    • Event  (20)
    • Video  (11)
    • Buisiness Pics  (36)
      • Subway by: Vicki

        June 13, 2010, 20:55

        Great to have Subway in Ortonville! Check out their hours, etc....

      • Lakeview Lodging - New! by: Vicki

        May 25, 2010, 22:07

        New Lodging option in Ortonville!! I was just leaving a meeting at the Ortonville Public Library (Media Center!), when I saw Diane just returning home…

      • More area shopping options!! by: Vicki

        March 1, 2010, 20:45

        More area shopping options!!

      • Krueger License Bureau by: Vicki

        February 2, 2010, 00:08

        Seriously, has anyone ever received better service at a License Bureau than you do in Ortonville???  :) Krueger License Bureau 229 NW 2nd St. Ortonville,…

      • River Street Brewing by: Vicki

        January 30, 2010, 07:27

        click for information:  River Street Brewing Located in Ortonville, MN

      • Precision Glass & Auto Body by: Vicki

        January 29, 2010, 20:15

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      • Peterson Chiropractic Clinic by: Vicki

        January 29, 2010, 20:13

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      • Shady Oak Realty by: Vicki

        January 29, 2010, 20:08

        Link:  Shady Oak Realty

      • Dallas Hanson Construction by: Vicki

        January 29, 2010, 20:05

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      • Big Stone Chiropractic Health Center by: Vicki

        January 18, 2010, 14:32

        New business opens in Ortonville! Dr. Chance Haugen (ok, it is a small town here & I have to include the personal connections... son of Gary and…

      • Stoney Run Lodge by: Vicki

        January 14, 2010, 21:45

        Stoney Run Lodge - click here for link You don't have to be coming from a distance to enjoy the stay!  Although I have not taken a weekend getaway to…

      •  by: Vicki

        January 13, 2010, 06:52

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      • Ash & Reedstrom Law Office by: Vicki

        January 13, 2010, 06:41

        You can find Ash & Reedstrom on the web at: http://www.ashreedstromlaw.com/

      • GoFasters by: Vicki

        January 12, 2010, 06:46

           Link:  http://www.gofasters.com/

      • Cottage Inn Cafe by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 20:56

           Morning coffee... you have to try a caramel roll - fantastic!

      • R-Graphix by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 06:38

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      • KJ's in Clinton by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 06:34

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      • Bonnie's Hometown Grocery by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 06:32

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      • The Bird Feeder by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 06:30

         A definite must if you're in the area!  Located on the main street in Big Stone City SD Food is exceptional... along with the service and decor! Th…

      • Big Stone Motel by: Vicki

        January 10, 2010, 19:19

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      • Cabin Cafe - Great Home Cookin'! by: Vicki

        January 10, 2010, 17:00

        Very good!  Everything that I've had has been exceptionally good - but still want to try the pie.  Homemade pie is Sunday only and have not made it to…

      • The Matador by: Vicki

        January 7, 2010, 22:15

        Check out the Matador on Facebook! Matador Supper Club and Lounge

      • Snortums Landscape & Design by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 21:08

        Great new addition to Ortonville - located in the Cashtown area. Loved the advice and assistance they provided for our (well actually it was more Dan's)…

      • Carlson Drug by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 20:57

        Always a friendly stop!  While waiting for your prescrition, there is a great selection of gift items & daily essential items and office supplies. S…

      • Pro Image Partners by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 20:39

        http://www.proimagepartners.com/ With chilly weather, you can generally find me wearing one of  my vests advertising Ortonville & the Big Stone…

      • Conroy Eye by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 20:11

        Had my "way" overdue eye check... and they were nice enough not to mention just how overdue it was!

      • Progressive Collision & Glass by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 06:36

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      • Ortonville Hardware Hank by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 06:34

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      • Radio Shack by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 06:33

        I really appreciated having a local Radio Shack store this year - was able to get many Christmas gifts (and a couple of gift cards for those that I didn't…

      • Liebe Drug by: Vicki

        December 28, 2009, 06:28

        Liebe Drug (and Pharmacy), Graceville & Ortonville

      • Vali-Vu Motel by: Vicki

        December 26, 2009, 20:58

        Located in Ortonville

      • Econo Lodge Hotel by: Vicki

        December 26, 2009, 20:56

            Link: http://www.econolodge.com/hotel/MN411?promo=bingmap

      • Holiday Gas Station by: Vicki

        December 26, 2009, 20:49

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      • Cenex Convenience Store by: Vicki

        December 26, 2009, 20:15

        Yes, they have the gas, convenience store items, movie rentals and a great carwash... but my real draw is the fantastic Special K bars that you can find…

      • Rolling Acres Boutique by: Vicki

        December 19, 2009, 14:22

        Donnette's Boutique is located near Beardsley - and definitely worth the drive!!

      • Java Jules Coffee House & Bristro by: Vicki

        December 11, 2009, 08:53

        My favorite morning stop! Great Coffee, Waffles and Lunch Menu Java Jules is located downtown Ortonville.  Julie does not have a web link yet... but…

    • History  (105)
      • June 8th History Note by: Vicki

        June 8, 2010, 22:15

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta  (Norman is recovering from open-heart surgery at the present time.) On this date in the State of Minnesota…

      • June 6th & 7th History Note by: Vicki

        June 7, 2010, 07:15

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta  (Norman is recovering from open-heart surgery at the present time.) On this date in the State of Minnesota…

      • June 5th History Note by: Vicki

        June 5, 2010, 08:42

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta  (Norman is recovering from open-heart surgery at the present time.) On this date in the State of Minnesota…

      • June 4th History Note by: Vicki

        June 4, 2010, 06:58

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta  (Norman is recovering from open-heart surgery at the present time.) On this date in the State of Minnesota…

      • June 3rd History Note by: Vicki

        June 3, 2010, 07:48

        June 3, 1859 – Logs driven by floodwaters knock down the second and third bridges built over the Mississippi River, in Minneapolis. June 3, 1916 –…

      • June 2nd History Note by: Vicki

        June 2, 2010, 06:29

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta  (Norman is recovering from open-heart surgery at the present time.) On this date in the State of Minnesota…

      • June 1st History Note by: Vicki

        June 1, 2010, 07:00

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: June 1, 1979 –…

      • May 30th History Note by: Vicki

        May 30, 2010, 08:25

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 30, 1889 –…

      • May 27th & 28th History Note by: Vicki

        May 28, 2010, 07:14

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 27, 1930 – A…

      • May 26th History Note by: Vicki

        May 26, 2010, 07:11

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 26, 1780 – Chief…

      • May 23rd & 24th History Note by: Vicki

        May 24, 2010, 07:17

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • May 21 & 22nd History Notes by: Vicki

        May 22, 2010, 09:52

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • May 20th History Note by: Vicki

        May 20, 2010, 06:42

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • May 19th History Note by: Vicki

        May 19, 2010, 06:44

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • May 18th History Note by: Vicki

        May 18, 2010, 06:26

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 18, 1931 –…

      • May 17th History Note by: Vicki

        May 17, 2010, 07:11

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 17, 1837 –…

      • May 16th History Note by: Vicki

        May 16, 2010, 07:18

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 16, 1898 – The…

      • May 15th History Note by: Vicki

        May 15, 2010, 07:25

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 15, 1896 – The St.…

      • May 13th & 14th History Note by: Vicki

        May 14, 2010, 07:03

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 13, 1824 – General…

      • May 12th History Note by: Vicki

        May 12, 2010, 06:32

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: May 12, 1806 – James…

      • April 19th History Note by: Vicki

        April 19, 2010, 06:20

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: April 19, 1866 – At…

      • April 15th & 16th History Note by: Vicki

        April 16, 2010, 06:56

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: April 15, 1892 – The…

      • April 12th History Note by: Vicki

        April 12, 2010, 06:48

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • April 10th & 11th History Notes by: Vicki

        April 11, 2010, 07:27

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • April 8th & 9th History Note by: Vicki

        April 8, 2010, 22:43

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • April 7th History Note by: Vicki

        April 7, 2010, 07:11

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • April 6th History Note by: Vicki

        April 6, 2010, 07:01

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: April 6, 1982 – In the…

      • April 5th History Note by: Vicki

        April 5, 2010, 06:51

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: April 5, 1929 – A…

      • History Note 4/1 & 4/2 by: Vicki

        April 1, 2010, 23:04

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: April 1, 1880 – An act…

      • March 31st History Note by: Vicki

        March 31, 2010, 06:59

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: March 31, 1934 – A…

      • March 29th History Note by: Vicki

        March 29, 2010, 07:11

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 28th History Note by: Vicki

        March 28, 2010, 09:07

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 26th History Note by: Vicki

        March 25, 2010, 23:57

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 25th History Note by: Vicki

        March 25, 2010, 07:24

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 24th History Note by: Vicki

        March 24, 2010, 07:27

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 23rd History Note by: Vicki

        March 23, 2010, 07:13

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: March 23, 1860 –…

      • March 22nd History Note by: Vicki

        March 22, 2010, 07:13

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: March 22, 1958 – Movie…

      • March 20th History Note by: Vicki

        March 20, 2010, 08:16

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: March 20, 1992 –…

      • March 18th & 19th History Note by: Vicki

        March 19, 2010, 07:17

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: March 18, 1858 – Otter…

      • March 17th History Note by: Vicki

        March 17, 2010, 06:53

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History: March 17, 1851 – St.…

      • March 16th History Note by: Vicki

        March 16, 2010, 06:53

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 14th & 15th History Note by: Vicki

        March 14, 2010, 23:56

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 12th History Note by: Vicki

        March 12, 2010, 07:34

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 10th & 11th History Notes by: Vicki

        March 11, 2010, 06:58

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 9th History Note by: Vicki

        March 8, 2010, 23:22

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History March 9, 1848 –…

      • March 8th History Note by: Vicki

        March 8, 2010, 06:43

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History March 8, 1920 – The US…

      • March 7th History Note by: Vicki

        March 7, 2010, 07:07

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History  March 7, 1882 – The…

      • March 6th History Note by: Vicki

        March 6, 2010, 19:40

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History  March 6, 1862 – Henry…

      • March 5th History Note by: Vicki

        March 5, 2010, 07:09

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: By Norman Shelsta March 5, 1852 – Farmers in Benton County form the state’s first county agricultural society. Oliver H.…

      • March 4th History Note by: Vicki

        March 4, 2010, 08:27

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History  March 4, 1854 – St.…

      • March 3rd History Note by: Vicki

        March 3, 2010, 07:02

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History  March 3, 1990 –A team…

      • March 2nd History Note by: Vicki

        March 2, 2010, 07:17

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • March 1st History Note by: Vicki

        March 1, 2010, 20:31

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 27th History Note by: Vicki

        February 27, 2010, 10:14

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 26th History Note by: Vicki

        February 26, 2010, 07:05

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 25th History Note by: Vicki

        February 25, 2010, 07:02

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 24th History Note by: Vicki

        February 24, 2010, 06:58

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 23rd History Note by: Vicki

        February 23, 2010, 07:33

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 23, 1983 –…

      • February 22nd History Note by: Vicki

        February 22, 2010, 07:23

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 22, 1855 – The…

      • February 21st History Note by: Vicki

        February 21, 2010, 08:25

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 21, 1855 –…

      • February 20th History Note by: Vicki

        February 20, 2010, 09:22

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 20, 1862 –…

      • February 19th History Note by: Vicki

        February 19, 2010, 07:43

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 19, 1902 – The…

      • February 18th History Note by: Vicki

        February 18, 2010, 07:09

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 18, 1953 –…

      • February 17th History Note by: Vicki

        February 17, 2010, 06:44

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by an event in Big Stone County History February 17, 1972 – The…

      • February 16th History Note by: Vicki

        February 16, 2010, 06:16

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 15th History Note by: Vicki

        February 15, 2010, 09:11

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 14th History Note by: Vicki

        February 14, 2010, 08:09

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 12th History Note by: Vicki

        February 12, 2010, 06:41

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 11th History Note by: Vicki

        February 11, 2010, 07:05

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • February 10th History Note by: Vicki

        February 10, 2010, 07:42

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History:  February 10, 1806…

      • February 9th History Note by: Vicki

        February 9, 2010, 07:00

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 9, 1820 –…

      • February 8th History Note by: Vicki

        February 8, 2010, 07:11

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 8, 1831 –…

      • February 6 & 7th History Notes by: Vicki

        February 6, 2010, 21:38

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 6, 1862 –…

      • February 5th History Note by: Vicki

        February 5, 2010, 07:05

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 5, 1924 –…

      • February 4th History Note by: Vicki

        February 4, 2010, 07:13

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 4, 1893 –…

      • February 3rd History Note by: Vicki

        February 3, 2010, 07:20

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 3,  1931…

      • February 2nd History Note by: Vicki

        February 2, 2010, 06:55

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: February 2, 1842 –…

      • February 1st History Note by: Vicki

        February 1, 2010, 00:41

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 31st History Note by: Vicki

        January 31, 2010, 07:05

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 30th History Note by: Vicki

        January 30, 2010, 07:22

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 29th History Note by: Vicki

        January 29, 2010, 06:45

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 28 History Note by: Vicki

        January 28, 2010, 05:53

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 27th History Note by: Vicki

        January 27, 2010, 06:34

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 26th History Note by: Vicki

        January 26, 2010, 05:47

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: January 26, 1949 –…

      • January 25th History Note by: Vicki

        January 25, 2010, 06:31

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: January 25, 1983 –…

      • January 24th History Note by: Vicki

        January 24, 2010, 06:46

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: January 24, 1848 –…

      • January 23rd History Note (Corrected) by: Vicki

        January 23, 2010, 07:12

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: January 23, 1855 –…

      • January 22nd History Note by: Vicki

        January 22, 2010, 06:33

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: January 22, 1857 –…

      • January 20th & January 21st History Note by: Vicki

        January 20, 2010, 22:07

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  By Norman Shelsta On this date in Minnesota History followed by a happening in Big Stone County History: January 20, 1969 –…

      • January 19th History Note by: Vicki

        January 19, 2010, 05:16

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 18th History Note by: Vicki

        January 18, 2010, 08:20

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 17th History Note by: Vicki

        January 17, 2010, 06:30

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 16th History Note by: Vicki

        January 16, 2010, 09:36

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 15th History Note by: Vicki

        January 15, 2010, 06:55

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 14th History Note by: Vicki

        January 14, 2010, 07:19

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:  by Norman Shelsta On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History…

      • January 13th History Note by: Vicki

        January 13, 2010, 06:30

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM:   By Norman Shelsta Dates in History from the State of Minnesota files followed by an event in Big Stone County history files. …

      • January 12th History Note by: Vicki

        January 12, 2010, 06:34

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files: January 12,…

      • January 11th History Note by: Vicki

        January 11, 2010, 06:19

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files: January 11,…

      • January 10th History Note by: Vicki

        January 10, 2010, 08:01

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files: January 10,…

      • January 9th History Note by: Vicki

        January 9, 2010, 08:34

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files: January 9,…

      • January 8th History Note by: Vicki

        January 8, 2010, 07:13

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files: January 8,…

      • January 7th History Note by: Vicki

        January 7, 2010, 07:04

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files: January 7,…

      • Big Stone County Historic Pictures by: Vicki

        January 6, 2010, 21:06

        Looking for Historic Big Stone County Photos?

      • On this date in History... by: Vicki

        January 6, 2010, 20:28

        MUSINGS FROM THE MUSEUM: On this date in the State of Minnesota History Files followed by an event from the Big Stone County History Files:  January 6,…

      • History Notes from the Museum by: Vicki

        January 5, 2010, 21:44

        Thanks to Ann Lundberg - interesting history facts from the Big Stone County Museum! January 1, 1878:  On an unusually balmy day, the steamer "Aunt Betsy"…

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      • Mary Did You Know - Elena Scholberg by: Vicki

        December 31, 2009, 00:35

        Video of Elena Scholberg singing Mary Did You Know - beautiful! Click to see!

      • Two New Links! by: Vicki

        December 26, 2009, 19:41

        I was excited to see that two restuarants have Facebook Pages!!!  Check them out and become a fan! Lakewood Supper Club, Ortonville – Facebook Page Matador…

      • Merry Christmas! by: Vicki

        December 20, 2009, 22:19

           This video was sent to me to share... and I loved it so here it is - Merry Christmas!!!!

      • KDIO Link to News by: Vicki

        December 13, 2009, 21:40

        Looking for on-line news?  KDIO (our AM Radio Station) posts the most complete list of  local news, community & weather related announcements.  In…

      • Getting Started by: Vicki

        December 10, 2009, 19:17

        Getting started.  My goal for blogging is to provide links for the Big Stone Lake Area Community and share events that I and others attend!  We have some…

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      • Xbox Game by Local! by: Vicki

        May 15, 2010, 07:22

        XBOX released Brandon’s video game on 5/08/2010.  It’s on line if you have or know of someone who has XBOX360 you/they can play it on there.  Here is how…

      • Chief Master Sgt. Mark Villella by: Vicki

        January 28, 2010, 05:58

        "In his role as the AFCENT command chief, Villella advises the commander and staff on matters influencing the health, welfare, morale and effective utilization…

      • Local Foods - Interview with Kathy Draeger by: Vicki

        January 23, 2010, 17:52

        91.7 KAXE interview with Kathy Draeger of Rural Clinton in Big Stone County on Local Foods

      • Author Brent Olson by: Vicki

        January 19, 2010, 21:03

        Video "Spring" by Brent Olson

      • Lindholm looks back on 50 years as banking CEO by: Vicki

        January 18, 2010, 08:26

        Taken from the article.... Lindholm in a native of Ortonville, Minn., less than a two-hour drive from Fergus Falls, near the South Dakota border. He farmed…

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      • Granary Newsletter - June by: Vicki

        June 9, 2010, 08:28

        Check out the latest Granary Food CO-OP Newsletter... and watch for their new website which will be coming soon!!

      • Norwex - test! by: Vicki

        May 22, 2010, 21:48

        Check out the video!

      • Green Heron? by: Vicki

        May 17, 2010, 20:54

        I see one in the backyard every year... what is it?

      • Ortonville Golf Course by: Vicki

        May 15, 2010, 07:52

        The Course is Beautiful this morning!

      • Lakeside Park Project by: Vicki

        May 14, 2010, 23:02

        History & Latest Information on the Lakeside Park Project - Minnesota River Headwaters Trailhead Project

      • I'm back on-line! by: Vicki

        May 12, 2010, 06:40

        It has been a long couple of weeks... but I am now  back to updating the site... and there is much to add! With the summer season arriving (well, on the…

      • The Truth About Vision, Obstacles and Mastery by: Vicki

        April 10, 2010, 08:48

        Rather than focusing all of your energy on fixing what’s wrong with your life, he asked: What might happen if you focused instead on the sole quest to…

      • Unusual Robin by: Vicki

        April 1, 2010, 22:58

        Our neighbor spotted this unusually colored robin & called Dan over to take some pictures. Must be staying in our area since I've seen it a couple…

      • Citizens for Big Stone Lake, Steve Berkner by: Vicki

        March 25, 2010, 21:58

        Listen to Interview with Steve Berkner - President of Citizens for Big Stone Lake

      • Citizens for Big Stone Lake has Website! by: Vicki

        March 22, 2010, 20:55

        We now have two great sites to keep you up-to-date on Big Stone Lake acitivity! The new site http://c4bsl.org/  has many pictures of the current flooding…

      • Winterfest, EDA and Me! by: Vicki

        February 9, 2010, 13:25

        I'm a little disappointed that I need a disclaimer on my involvement in Winterfest. I was excited when I heard of the Winterfest plans at a Retail Committee…

      • Where to Find Video Storm/Weather Reports for the Big Stone Lake Area by: Vicki

        January 23, 2010, 07:54

        Do you follow Keloland Weather?  Great to bookmark KELOLAND.com or follow weather/storms on Twitter at  kelostormcenter  I like to watch the latest…

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