First-time homebuyer classes (Home Stretch) will be held in
St. Cloud from 6Ð9 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 13, 20, and 27, at the AmericInn (off of Highway 75). Participants must complete all three evenings in order to receive a certificate. We are also holding a one-day, all-day class from
8 a.m.Ð5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22.
Pre-purchase counseling is also available by appointment. This is a free service to anyone who wants to talk with a certified homeownership counselor about their personal situation pertaining to buying a home. Monday, August 30, 2010
The Cardinal Health Foundation announced that it has awarded more than $1 million in grant funding to help U.S. hospitals, health systems and community health clinics improve medication and operating room safety, efficiency and quality of care.
Forty organizations in 25 states have been awarded grants ranging from $7,500 up to $37,500 as part of the 2010 Cardinal Health Foundation E3 Grant Program, launched in 2008 to improve the effectiveness, efficiency and excellence of health care nationwide. More than 250 letters of intent for funding were received, with 100 organizations invited to submit full proposals and 40 being selected as grant recipients. Monday, August 23, 2010
Outfitter's Grand Opening signals new life for the building
If you've driven over the Mississippi River from Clear Lake to Clearwater on Highway 24 you've probably noticed some changes taking place on the shore.
For the past several months, Clear Waters Outfitting Company has been renovating the old creamery building, originally built in 1912 and in operation as the Clearwater Cooperative Creamery until 1961. The work will culminate at the company's grand opening on Aug. 21 and 22. And although the building has changed hands over the years, the history of the building and surrounding area remains alive and well. Sunday, August 22, 2010
Paynesville Area Health Care System is pleased to announce the addition of Kurt Habben, Medical Doctor to its medical provider group and the Richmond Area Medical Clinic.
Dr. Habben, a native of Paynesville, recently graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School with his medical degree as a Family Practice Physician. Wednesday, August 18, 2010
James Bruggers and Jill Lawrence, both financial advisors with Ameriprise Financial, qualified for the annual Circle of Success recognition program.
To earn this achievement, they both established themselves in the upper echelon of the company's top producers and achieved recognition in the areas of Financial Planning, Client Service, Professional Commitment and Corporate Values. Only a select number of high-performing Ameriprise financial advisors earn this distinction.
Bruggers and Lawrence work at 703 E. Ripley Street Litchfield, MN 55355 and 10405 Sixth Avenue N., Suite 200, Plymouth, MN 55441. Sunday, August 15, 2010
Nicole Massmann has joined the Center for Rural Health (CRH) at The University of North Dakota (UND) School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Massmann is a quality network stroke project coordinator at the CRH. She is a content specialist and supports hospitals implementing stroke care processes and practices. She is responsible for providing coordination and leadership of a statewide stroke initiative, and will work closely with critical access hospitals in eastern North Dakota.
Before joining the CRH, Massmann worked as a quality assurance associate at PRACS Institute, Ltd., in East Grand Forks, Minn. Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Leaders from diversiCOM met with Representative Paul Anderson, Senator Joe Gimse and Representative Larry Hosch last week to discuss their concerns with the national broadband plan being proposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). According to diversiCOM CEO Dave Del Zoppo, the National Broadband Plan will threaten diversiCOM's ability to provide both broadband as well as affordable basic telephone service to the communities it serves. Sunday, August 01, 2010
Stearns County Emergency Management is starting to get inquiries from building contractors (some from out of state) wanting to know where in our county there was storm damage. Emergency Management issues caution when allowing building contractors into your community. Staff has seen contractors come in and rip off vulnerable homeowners.
Here are some simple rules to follow:
¥ Do your homework before work begins on your home
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) reminds homeowners to do some homework before hiring a building contractor after a storm ... or anytime. Thursday, July 22, 2010
Pictured are Tylynn Theis, Mayor Tammy Konz, Leo Wirth, Jen Kuseske and Dean Hawkinson of the Vet Clinic, Deb Reinert, and Sherry Donabauer. Thursday, July 15, 2010
Tornado and storm victims can begin to address the financial issues that accompany disaster soon after securing safe shelter. Documentation is a key to recovery. "You may think you will remember important conversations and details, but chances are you won't be able to remember all of them" says Phyllis Onstad, a family resource management educator with University of Minnesota Extension.
A notebook and calendar are helpful tools. "Record the date of each entry and the crucial details of the conversation, appointments or meeting," says Onstad. Include actions to be taken or next steps and who will do them. Record the complete name and contact information of the person and agency you are dealing with. Friday, July 02, 2010
With summer just a few weeks away, State Bank of Kimball wants you to be prepared, before you leave home, with the information you need to keep your money safe.
If you're travelling overseas and hold a State Bank of Kimball debit card, be sure and ask us for a substitute travel card which we will provide free of charge. Sunday, June 06, 2010
Self-syndicated columnist, Jill Pertler, hopes to assist, inform and enlighten other syndication-hopefuls with her new book, "The Do-It-Yourselfer's Guide to Self-Syndication."
This how-to manual covers all the nitty-gritty details of self-syndication including: finding newspaper sources, building relationships with editors, managing addresses, getting a good headshot, dealing with fans, the terrors of public speaking, getting paid and a few surprises discovered along the labyrinth-like route to successful self-syndication. Saturday, May 29, 2010
Mies Outland is celebrating 40 years of service by one of their employees. Duane Peterson has been with Mies Outland since June 1, 1970.
Duane has worn many hats over the years, including providing mobile service to customers, driving semi, and currently is working in the agricultural service department.
Mies Outland thanks Duane for his dedication and hard work on their behalf. Saturday, May 22, 2010
Sandy Hansen of AgVenture Feed & Seed, Inc., Watkins and Rock Solid Motion, Cold Spring, received national recognition as one of the Enterprising Women of the Year for 2010.
Enterprising Women, the national magazine for women business owners, announced its eighth annual list of the "Enterprising Women of the Year." The top women business owners from across the United States and Canada were recognized for outstanding business growth, mentoring and supporting other women in business, and leadership in their communities. Honorees gathered in Miami, Fla. for the gala awards dinner March 18, and were presented their award. Thursday, April 29, 2010
diversiCOM employees held a month-long campaign to raise money for the Food Shelf in the communities they serve and recently delivered both products and cash. Their contributions were also matched with a $500 donation from the diversiCOM Board, all was divided between four communities. Pictured above is Kimball Food Shelf volunteer Mary Mathies accepting a check for more than $300 from Matt Wessel of diversiCOM. Submitted photo. Sunday, April 25, 2010
Ryan Arvola of Arvola Homes of Annandale recently attended the Energy Panel Structures national dealer meeting held in Las Vegas.
The three-day meeting included training on the new ENERGY STAR standards, building energy-efficient homes and other new building technologies. The meeting also included a day at the International Builders Show, the largest builder show in the country, to view the latest in building products and services.
Training was given by Sam Rashkin, national director of EPA's ENERGY STAR for Homes Program. ENERGY STAR homes are at least 20 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the International Residential Code and typically include additional energy-saving features that make them 20-30 percent more efficient than standard homes. Monday, April 19, 2010
Starting a Business Workshop, a FastTrac New Venture program, is being offered from May 3-June 10,by St. Cloud State University at Small Business Development Center, 616 Roosevelt Road, Suite 100, St. Cloud MN 56301. The program is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs develop their skills and learn how to start and grow a new business. The course is a ten-module program covering concept analysis and the business planning process.
Dislocated workers who are considering self-employment and entrepreneurs who are interested in starting their own business, but don't have the skills or know-how to get their ideas off the ground are invited to register. The class is offered by the Center for Continuing Studies at St. Cloud State Cloud State in collaboration with the Central Minnesota Small Business Development Center and area Minnesota Workforce Centers. Sunday, April 18, 2010
