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September 25, 2024

Gary Grove – OBIT

Gary Grove, 91, of Red Lake Falls, MN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Sanford Medical Center in Thief River Falls, MN, with his loving family by his side.

The service to celebrate Gary’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN. Rev. Jonathan Dodson will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Emardville Cemetery, rural Plummer, MN. Military honors will be provided by Plummer American Legion Post and Minnesota Army National Guard Honor Guard.

Gary D. Grove was born February 16, 1933, near Climax, MN, the son of Nordeen and Alice (Lindem) Grove. He attended school in Fisher, MN.

On July 3, 1954, he married Mavis Fern Ydstie at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Plummer, MN. To this union, six children were born: Gary Dean, Allen, Linda, Kenneth, Lorie, and Jonathan. The couple lived in various places in the upper Midwest, settling on a farm near Plummer in 1961.

On July 27, 1956, Gary entered into service in Fargo, ND, with the United States Army. He served in Germany and France and was awarded the Army of Occupation Medal (Germany)/Expert Carbine M-1/Sharpshooters Carbine and Good Conduct Medal. Gary was Honorably Discharged, and his terminal date of reserve obligation was July 26, 1962.

In his early years, Gary drove a milk truck and farmed and painted vehicles in his spare time. For many years, Gary did moldings and cabinets at Detroiter in Red Lake Falls, MN, and later worked at Thibert Chevrolet in Red Lake Falls.

Gary enjoyed fishing, playing cards with friends, working with wood, wrenching on vehicles and old tractors, 4-wheeling, and spending time at his lake home on Clearwater Lake. Most of all, he loved and cherished the time spent with his family.

Gary is survived by children Gary Dean Grove of Dilworth, MN; Allen (Sue) Grove of Glyndon, MN; Linda (Robert) Wilson of Plummer, MN; Kenneth (Kathy) Grove of Moorhead, MN; Lorie (John) Syring of Montevideo, MN and Jonathan Grove of Highlanding, MN; grandchildren Adam, Aric, Josh, Amy, Michael, Michelle, Katlyn, Kaylee, Lexie; great-grandchildren Parker, Hadley, Benson, Bailey, Clayton, Colton, Owen, Liam, Jacob, Benjamin, Michael, Brady, Matthew, Aiden and Carter; siblings, Darrell Grove, Red Lake Falls, MN, Don Grove, TX, Rodney (Diane) Grove, Red Lake Falls, MN and Cheryl (Russell) Hince, Brooks, MN along with several nieces and nephews.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, infant baby girl, daughter-in-law, Lynette; brothers, Sherlen and Levonne; and sister, Jean Carpenter.

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September 25, 2024

Valley Corn Maize has something for everyone

With fall officially here and cooler temperatures just around the corner visiting a corn maze is a fun activity to get you feeling the fall feels. Sarah Pylon of Valley Corn Maize stopped in to tell us what’s happening at Valley Corn Maize in East Grand Forks. “Our main attraction is a 15-acre corn maze that has “Snoopy 4 Prez” as our theme actually mowed into the corn,” says Pylon. “We partnered with Peanuts to celebrate their 75th Anniversary that they are celebrating this year.”

Besides the corn maze, there are many other activities to enjoy. “We have a massive activities area that is filled with a zip line, corn boxes for kids and adults to play in, we’ve got tons of yard games, a tractor wagon train ride that people can ride in through the corn, and concessions,” explained Pylon.

Pylon shared that there is plenty of time for everyone to get out and check out Valley Corn Maize and all it has to offer. “We are open every single weekend, Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., all the way till October 20, is our last day.”

The weather definitely seems to be holding out, so Pylon says come on out and enjoy. “It’s beautiful, you know. Come out, enjoy the weather while we still can, and have some fun out with the family.”

Valley Corn Maize is located at 42969 160^th St. SW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721.

General admission is $11, Season Passes are $25, and kids under 36” get in for free.

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September 25, 2024

President Biden delivers farewell address to world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly

Joseph R. Biden^ President of the United States of America speaks at 77th General Assembly of the United Nations at UN Headquarters. New York^ NY - September 21^ 2022

President Joe Biden called on nations to band together amid the conflict in the Middle East, the Russia/Ukraine war, and growing global concerns about China during his last speech as president before the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. Biden delivered his farewell address to world leaders at the UN, beginning his speech: “This is the fourth time I’ve had the great honor speaking to this assembly as president of the United States. It will be my last. I’ve seen a remarkable sweep of history.”

Biden used the gathering to condemn the militant group Hamas for its initial attack on Israel on Oct. 7, and said that the Palestinian people deserved their own state without the influence of Hamas. He reiterated his call for a cease-fire in Gaza, calling on both Israel and Hamas to accept a deal hammered out by the United States, Egypt and Qatar and endorsed by the United Nations Security Council. Said Biden: “Now is the time for the parties to finalize its terms, bring the hostages home and ensure security for Israel and Gaza free of Hamas’ grip, ease the suffering in Gaza and end this war.”

The President also emphasized the United States’ continued support of Ukraine in front of the annual gathering of world leaders in New York, and urged those to continue supporting Kyiv in its mission to defend itself against Russia, with Biden stating that Kyiv’s backers “cannot grow weary.” Biden said Russia and President Vladimir Putin failed at their core goal to destroy Ukraine: “He sat out to weaken NATO, but NATO is bigger, stronger and more united than ever with two new members in Finland and Sweden. We cannot let up. The world has another choice to make. Will we sustain our support and help Ukraine win this war preserve its freedom, or walk away … and let it be destroyed? I know my answer.”

Biden also reflected on his decision to end his campaign for reelection, finishing up his remarks: “There’s so much more I want to get done. As much as I love the job, I love my country more. I decided after 50 years of public service, it’s time for a new generation of leadership to take my nation forward. I truly believe we’re at another inflection point in world history. The choices we make today will determine our future. My fellow leaders, let us never forget, some things are more important than staying in power. It’s your people. It’s your people that matter the most. Never forget, we are here to serve the people, not the other way around.”

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September 25, 2024

Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis during congressional hearing

NFL Quarterback Brett Favre^ on the red carpet of the 2010 ESPY Awards at the Nokia Theater at LA Live^ on July 15^ 2010 in Los Angeles^ CA.

Former NFL QB Brett Favre revealed during his testimony at a congressional hearing on federal welfare reform on Tuesday that he was “recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease”. Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes deterioration in the brain and affects motor skills; over one million people in the United States live with the disease and nearly 90,000 are diagnosed each year (according to the Parkinson’s Foundation.)

Favre, 54, was speaking before the House Ways and Means Committee in a discussion on “guardrails” regarding dispersing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds — which saw nearly $8 million go to Favre, a volleyball stadium at University of Southern Mississippi and Prevacus, a defunct drug company backed by the Pro Football Hall of Famer.

Favre said during the House hearing: “Sadly, I also lost my investment in a company that I believed was developing a breakthrough concussion drug I thought would help others. As I’m sure you’ll understand, while it’s too late for me — I’ve recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s — this is also a cause dear to my heart. Recently, the doctor running the company pleaded guilty to taking TANF money for his own use.”

Favre allegedly accepted $1.1 million in federal TANF funds through the state of Mississippi, allegedly accepting those funds in exchange for no-show speeches dating back to 2017. Favre also allegedly worked with a nonprofit organizer and former Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant to send $5 million in TANF funds to build a new volleyball arena at Southern Miss while his daughter played for the team. Favre added during his testimony: “I wanted to help my alma mater and benefit the community. Southern Miss introduced me to the nonprofit to see if they could help with funding. I had no way of knowing that there was anything wrong with how the state funded the project, especially since it was publicly approved by many state agencies and multiple attorneys including the Attorney General.”

Favre is not facing any criminal charges in the matter in question. He initially repaid $500,000 to Mississippi in May 2020 and the remaining $600,000 in October 2021; he said he didn’t realize the funds used at Southern Miss were intended for welfare recipients. Federal prosecutors alleged that Favre is one of 47 “well-connected people” who funneled $77 million in funds away from their intended recipients in one of the poorest states in the country, federal prosecutors alleged.

Favre retired from the NFL after the 2010 season, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016. The 11-time Pro Bowl selection, three-time MVP and one-time Super Bowl champion ranks No. 4 all time in touchdown passes (508) and passing yards (71,838), with his 336 interceptions standing as the most in NFL history.

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September 25, 2024

See the trailer for ‘Landman’ starring Demi Moore, Billy Bob Thornton and Jon Hamm

Demi Moore at the 30th Vanity Fair Oscar Party. LOS ANGELES^ USA. March 10^ 2024

Paramount+ released the first trailer for the new drama series “Landman, ” from “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan.

Demi Moore and Billy Bob Thornton star in Landman alongside Ali Larter, Michelle Randolph, Jacob Lofland, Kayla Wallace, James Jordan, Mark Collie, and Paulina Chávez, with Jon Hamm, Andy Garcia and Michael Peña as guest stars.

Inspired by the podcast Boomtown, the show’s official description reads: “Landman is a modern-day tale of fortune-seeking in the world of oil rigs. Based on the notable 11-part podcast Boomtown from Imperative Entertainment and Texas Monthly, the series is an upstairs/downstairs story of roughnecks and wildcat billionaires fueling a boom so big, it’s reshaping our climate, our economy and our geopolitics.”

The 10-episode first season will have a two-episode premiere Nov. 17 on Paramount+, with new episodes available Sundays. See the trailer: HERE.

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September 25, 2024

Stacy London and Clinton Kelly to reunite for Amazon reality series ‘Wear Whatever The F You Want’

Stacy London attends the Launch Party of Sally Kohn's new book 'The Opposite Of Hate' at Guggenheim Museum on April 6^ 2018 in New York City.

Clinton Kelly and Stacy London, the hosts of the long-running TLC fashion series What Not To Wear, are teaming up for a new reality show at Amazon Prime Video titled ‘Wear Whatever The F You Want.’ The eight-part series will mark the first time London and Kelly have hosted a show together in over a decade. Clinton and Kelly will both serve as executive producers on the series, along with Sandy Varo Jarrell, Suzanne Rauscher, Justin Rae Barnes, and Janelle Couture.

Lauren Anderson, head of Brand and Content Innovation, Amazon MGM Studios, said in a statement: “Since Clinton and Stacy first appeared on television, they have remained at the forefront of showing us how to use fashion as a means of self-empowerment. Their playful banter and distinct approach have helped instill confidence in viewers for almost two decade. Now, with the efforts of Bright Spot Content, and expertly steered by Jenny Falkoff, their long-awaited reunion has become a reality. Together, Stacy and Clinton bring a fresh, fun, and meaningful new series to Prime Video customers, filled with expertise and inspiration; chemistry and warmth; and, of course, their signature, enviable style.”

Kelly and London added: “The world has changed a lot since the run of What Not to Wear, and, thankfully, so have we. These days, we have zero interest in telling people what to do, based on society’s norms—because there are no more norms. However, style is still an important form of communication, and we’re excited to show new clients how to align their personal messaging with their life goals. It’s time to celebrate individual style, not prescribe it.”

Described as a ‘style transformation’ shown the official description for “Wear Whatever the F You Want” reads: “Over the course of a couple of days, Clinton and Kelly will empower each client to live out their fashion fantasy and find their style truth in the journey of a lifetime.”

“What Not to Wear” originally aired for 10 seasons on TLC before ending its run in 2013.

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September 25, 2024

Stephen-Argyle Volleyball defeats Warren-Alvarado-Oslo in intense homecoming week matchup

The Stephen-Argyle Storm Volleyball team had to go through a rollercoaster of emotions but were able to get the job done, barely hanging on in five sets (18-25, 25-21, 18-25, 25-23, 19-17) at Warren-Alvarado-Oslo High School.

FIRST SET
The first set began with a Markelle Peterson kill. WAO scored the first three points, then kept the lead at 3 until the Storm were able to tie it at 4. After thet, WAO scored the next 3 points, setting up a set full of runs from each side. at 8-6, the Storm scored the next 5 points to take an 11-8 lead. But, as we have seen before, WAO then responded, scoring the next 4 points to take a 12-11 lead. WAO then responded to tie the set at 13. After WAO gor the lead back to 3, the lead stayed at 3 until a Storm error made it 19-14. The Ponies did not stop there, and after it was tied at 13, WAO went on a 10-1 run to make it 23-14. The Storm then scored the next 5 points, looking to get back into the set, but a Reegan Mortimer kill ended their hopes at 25-18. granting the first set to the Ponies.

SECOND SET
At the start of the second set, the teams traded points all the way up until it was 4-2 Storm Then, the lead stayed at 2 until a terrific Emily Marquis kill made it 9-5 Storm. The Storm then built the lead up to 11-6, 12-7 and then an Isabelle Westman kill made it 14-7 Storm. Stephen Argyle did a great job of keeping the lead at 7, all the way up to 19-12, and then 21-14. A Kenley Marquis ace cut the lead to 6 very briefly, a Storm net violation cut the lead then down to 5, and then all of a sudden the lead was 23-20. WAO was able to get the score to 24-21, but some confusion by the Ponies allowed the ball to fall harmlessly to the ground, giving the Storm a 25-21 win, evening the match at one set apiece.

THIRD SET
Kicking off the third set was a point for the Ponies. The teams then continued to alternate points like the second set, up until two straight Storm mishits made it 5-3 Ponies. The Storm were able to tie it at 6, but continued to make mistakes as the Ponies took an 8-6 lead. The Storm were able to quickly tie it at 8, and the lead stayed tied until a Chandler Stroble ace made it 11-9. Stroble then aced again to make it 13-9 Ponies. The lead then hovered around 4 until another ball into the net by the Storm made it 17-11 in favor of WAO. The lead then hovered around 7 until yet another mishit made it 22-13 WAO. They were then able to finish the job, as an Olivia Winge setter dump wins the set for WAO 25-18, giving them a 2-1 set advantage.

FOURTH SET
The fourth set looked like the the first set all over again with the Ponies off to a great start, scoring the first 3 points. But then, the Storm scored 6 of the next 7 to take a 6-4 lead. The lead then hovered around 2 until a Lola Linder kill cut the lead to 1 at 9-8. But, Emily Marquis and Nora Osowski took over, recording two aces and a block to make it 13-8 in the Storm’s favor. The lead then stayed at 5 until another Linder kill made it 15-12. WAO was able to cut the lead to 1, but an Isabelle Westman kill made it 17-14 Storm. An Annika Adoplhson ace made it 19-15, and the lead stayes at 4 until WAO was able to cut the lead all the way down to 24-23, and finally a ball into the net ended the fourth set hopes for WAO, as the Storm tookmit 25-23, forcing a fifth set.

FIFTH SET
At the start of the fifth set, the Ponies took advantage of 2 Storm errors and a Macey Boe block to start out 3-0. The Storm were able to cut the lead down to 4-2, and then 5-4, followed by a Nora Osowski kill. At 7-5 Ponies, A Jocelyn Groven ace tied it at 7, and a serve receive error gave the Storm the lead. Another ace made it 9-7, and the Storm would not stop there, and tremendous serving from Groven made it 12-7. However, WAO would not back down, and tremendous net pressure was able to get the score tied at 14-14. The score stayed at 15, 16, and 17 before two straight Ponies errors made it 19-17, giving Stephen-Argyle the win in 5 sets.

Stephen-Argyle now improves to 5-10 on the year, while WAO still seeks their first win, dropping to 0-17. Stephen-Argyle coach Kayla Smith spoke lots of praise for her team after an absolutely incredible 5-set win. “We really wanted that W…we needed some confidence going into the next games coming up.” Smith begged for consistency from her team tonight, and she said that she most definitely got that. “I wanted us to focus on getting our passes up and our sets there, and then having our hitters continue to swing, and that is exactly what they did.”

	1	2	3	4	5
Warren-Alvarado-Oslo	25	21	25	23	17
Stephen-Argyle	18	25	18	25	19

For Stephen-Argyle
Kills – Isabelle Westman 11
Blocks – Nora Osowski 3, Emily Marquis 2
Digs – Nora Osowski 22, Jocelyn Groven 20
Assists – Isabelle Westman 13
Aces –Jocelyn Groven 2, Annika Adolphson 1

For Warren-Alvarado-Oslo
Kills- Reegan Mortimer 18
Blocks – Macey Boe, Lola Linder 1
Digs – Kenley Marquis 29
Assists – Chandler Stroble 24
Aces –Chandler Stroble, Kenley Marquis 3

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September 24, 2024

Polk County Sheriff’s Office Holds Annual First Responder Training

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office partnered with Crookston Area Ambulance for the Sheriff’s Office’s annual First Responder Training. “We split their crews in half in order to satisfy who is on duty and who is off,” says Nick Neibauer from the Crookston Area Ambulance. “It includes oxygen administration training, extrication from vehicles and other such practices that they partner with the Ambulances with.”

The training was hands-on and thorough as the Sheriff’s deputies and staff are the first on scene in a lot of cases. Everyone had time to practice CPR and use an AED (Automated external defibrillator). “Although different departments, services, and buildings may have different AEDs, they all do the same thing,” said Neibauer. “AEDs vary by what services are carrying them, and what company they buy them from, but, overall, they have universally structured them to where they work the same.”

The training was being led by Polk County Deputy April Hanson and Brian Rystad from the Crookston Area Ambulance. Sheriff Deputy Titan Engen was on hand for training. “Today we are doing basic life saving, so like, CPR, First Aid, AED, and then we are doing some more trauma stuff and anything to do with medical we might encounter down the road,” said Engen.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office holds First Responder Training annually.

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September 24, 2024

UMC Retains #3 Ranking Among Top Public Schools – Regional Colleges in the Midwest in U.S. News and World Report.

The University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) retained its No. 3 status among Top Public Schools – Regional Colleges (Midwest) according to the newly released 2025 rankings by U.S. News and World Report. UMC has been ranked in the top four consecutively for over 25 years in that category.

Additional rankings earned by UMC for 2025 include Regional Colleges (Midwest) at No. 27 of 94 and Top Performers on Social Mobility – Regional Colleges (Midwest) at No. 23 of 81, both up from last year’s rankings.

“We are very pleased with our 2025 rankings and continuing our 25-year presence at this echelon as one of the top public schools for regional colleges in the Midwest,” said Chancellor Mary Holz-Clause.

Other campuses in the University of Minnesota System were also highlighted in the most recent rankings, including the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, which maintained its ranking of No. 23 in Top Public National Universities for the third consecutive year. UM-Duluth improved one spot to No. 20 in the Regional Universities Midwest category, and UM-Morris advanced one place to No. 7 in the Top Public Schools – National Liberal Arts Colleges category. UM-Rochester is accredited with the Twin Cities campus and as a result, their information is included in the Twin Cities ranking.

The U.S. News and World Report results reflect a wide variety of criteria, including graduation rates, student debt, faculty resources and expert opinion.

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September 24, 2024

#4 Ranked Crookston Pirate Girls Tennis at the NW Quad

The Crookston Pirate Girls Tennis team jumped all the way to a #4 ranking in the lastest Class A Girls Tennis Polls released on Monday and are competing in the Northwest Quad tournament in Thief River Falls. Crookston, Thief River Falls, Moorhead, and East Grand Forks are competing in the annual individual tourney.

Team Scores – (with 3rd doubles left)
1. Thief River Falls – 13
2. Crookston – 10
3. East Grand Forks – 9
4. Moorhead – 4

	CROOKSTON-	Opponents/Scores
1st Singles	Paige Abrahamson	Ruby Leach (EGF) L 6-0, 6-4 Madi Anderson (Mhd) L 6-0, 6-0 Braylee Wienen (TRF) L 6-0, 6-0	4th place
2nd Singles	Ava Martin	Madi Wallace (EGF) L 6-3, 1-6, 10-8 Sammy Stage (Mhd) W 6-0, 6-0 Piper Greene (TRF) L 6-2, 6-0	Tied for 2nd place
3rd Singles	Emma LaPlante	Aria Caravan (EGF) L 6-2, 1-6, 10-4 Sienna Lee (Mhd) W 6-2, 6-1 Olivia Schuster (TRF) W 6-7, 6-3, 10-6	1st place
4th Singles	Emelia Hoerner	Spradlin/Robles (EGF) W 6-2, 6-1 Lauren Palmer (Mhd) W 7-6, 6-3 Tegan Pray (TRF) 2-6, 6-2, 10-5	1st place
1st Dub	Kaylie Clauson Addie Fee	Walsh/Svendsen (EGF)W 6-3, 6-1 Norden/Grafstrom (Mhd) W 6-2, 6-0 Ellison/Lunsetter (TRF) L 7-5, 6-0	2nd place
2nd	Georgia Sanders Logan Brekken	Pulkrabek/McDonald (EGF) W 4-6, 6-3, 10-7 Dreesen/Markenson (Mhd) W 6-0, 6-0 Lunsetter/Kruse (TRF) L 7-5, 7-6 (7-5)	2nd place
3rd	Chloe Boll Mariah Overgaard	Spradlin/Kind/Robles (EGF) L 7-6, 6-4 Lian/Leiseth (Mhd) Dahlin/Rodahl/Walseth (TRF) W 7-6, 2-6, 10-3