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Year in Review 2016 - Part 2 of 3 - June-July
Jan 5, 2017
This is coverage of some of the stories that have appeared in the Graphic over the past year. This seventh section finishes June and starts July.
Tiger girls serve lunch at Hope Lodge
Jan 5, 2017
Members of the Lake City High School girls basketball team served lunch to people staying at the Sandra J. Schulze American Cancer Society Hope Lodge in Rochester Dec. 27. The lodge provides lodging to people undergoing cancer treatment in Rochester. “What a great experience,” Coach Clay Olstad...
After 25 years, Graphic editor calls it a day
Jan 5, 2017
The Dec. 29 issue of the Graphic was the last for Richard Ousky.
Ousky’s retirement came almost 25 years to the day after he assumed the role of editor from the retiring Jim Miller on Jan. 1, 1992.
He traces his time in Lake City to a brief conversation he had with a former Graphic publisher, the...
Torch: Chains vs. Small Businesses
Jan 5, 2017
Most towns or cities that you have been to, I’m sure have chain businesses and small businesses.
For example like a Walmart on one block and then a cute little mom and pop shop on the other. Most people think that the difference is obvious, they are just different in size, right? Well not exactly...
'Fit and Strong!' fitness class for arthritis sufferers begins Jan. 31
Jan 5, 2017
A 12-week fitness program designed for lower-extremity osteoarthritis sufferers is free to all.
“Fit and Strong!” is an evidence based multiple component exercise program that will be offered in Lake City under the sponsorship of Catholic Charities, Winona Diocese in partnership with St. Mary of...
Torch: High School Vs. College
Jan 5, 2017
Kylee Ferguson
High school and college both contain similar intentions, the goal is learning and acquiring information for careers and other future endeavors, however the contrast between the two can be surprising for newly admitted students in the fall. Some can transition from high school to...
Torch: Home or away?
Jan 5, 2017
High school is filled with friday night lights, Tuesday night basketball games, and Thursday night baseball games. Whether they are located in the Lincoln High gym or at Lourdes High School. Parents travel endless miles to watch their sons and daughters play what they are passionate about. On...
Rep. Haley begins her first term
Jan 5, 2017
Barb Haley (R-Red Wing) took the oath of office in the Minnesota House of Representatives Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017 during the swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol.
“Today has been incredible,” said Haley. “Serving our community in this capacity is an amazing opportunity.” Haley continued, “I look...
Ski, snowshoe or walk by candlelight Jan. 14
Jan 5, 2017
Everyone is invited to Frontenac State Park’s candlelight ski, showshoe and walk party Saturday Jan. 14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Participants can traverse a one-mile gently-rolling candle-lit trail by boot, ski or snowshoe. Afterwards, they can warm up by a wood fire with cocoa and snacks provided...
Torch: The Scoop vs. Dairy Queen
Jan 5, 2017
Ice cream is a treat that many people enjoy in the summer, or throughout the year. It comes in a variety of flavors, from the simple vanilla to chocolate fudge brownie. Dairy Queen, a chain restaurant, has been around for a long time and has soft serve ice cream, served in many different styles...
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