2026 Fridays with a Forester – Zoom series Join the University of Minnesota Extension foresters to discuss some of the key issues and questions around forest and woodlands facing Minnesota landowners. These online sessions will be very informal, open to the public and free of charge. Each session will start with a brief presentation, followed by a discussion framed around participants’ questions on the topic. Each Zoom session will be from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The 2026 topics and presenters are listed below. Jan. 30: Life, death, and dinner in the forest canopy: The spruce budworm and its predators - [...]

  Come celebrate the joy and hope of Easter with us at First Lutheran Church! Join us for a vibrant and inspiring worship service (7:30am and 9:30am) as we rejoice in the resurrection of our Lord. With uplifting music, a powerful message, and a warm, welcoming community, Easter at First Lutheran is a time to reflect, celebrate, and experience the new life Christ offers. Bring your family and friends, and let’s share in the joy of this blessed day together! We can’t wait to see you there. Both services include Holy Communion. All are welcome!

  Come celebrate the joy and hope of Easter with us at First Lutheran Church! Join us for a vibrant and inspiring worship service (7:30am and 9:30am) as we rejoice in the resurrection of our Lord. With uplifting music, a powerful message, and a warm, welcoming community, Easter at First Lutheran is a time to reflect, celebrate, and experience the new life Christ offers. Bring your family and friends, and let’s share in the joy of this blessed day together! We can’t wait to see you there. Both services include Holy Communion. All are welcome!

Give the Gift of Life: Blood Drive at Russell – Tyler – Ruthton High School on April 8 Community Blood Bank invites community members to roll up their sleeves and make a difference at an upcoming blood drive on Wednesday, April 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at R-T-R High School (111 County Road 8, Tyler, MN). Schedule a donation appointment by logging into www.cbblifeblood.org, selecting “Donate Now”, “Blood Drive Calendar”, and choosing April 8th or call Community Blood Bank at 605-331-3222. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. As a thank-you for their [...]