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Joel Palmquist’s active volunteerism helped him get selected for the paid position of construction supervisor with the St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity. Submitted photo
Joel Palmquist, construction supervisor

Habitat on the grow

05/09/2008 12:00 AM
“The need for housing is certainly going to continue,” said Bob Jeffrey, a St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity Board member. Jeffrey and other board members have turned their attention toward growing the local organization.

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Clean Sweep recycling events set

05/09/2008 12:00 AM
Several opportunities are scheduled for St. Croix County residents to recycle electronics, hazardous waste, tires and appliances.
Heidi Rushmann of the Octagon House sits in one of its chairs and holds Scottie, a stuffed dog made of buffalo hides and formerly owned by Charlie Ward. Photo by Joe Winter
Heidi Rushmann of the Octagon House with "Scottie"

Historians want info on dog owned by Ward

05/09/2008 12:00 AM
No one is sure yet of the origin of Scottie the mystery dog, but local historians are sure there are more like him, and are putting out a call to history buffs to provide information or donations.

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‘Diggin’ Spring’ coming May 17

05/09/2008 12:00 AM
Diggin’ Spring is the new name for the spring event in downtown Hudson scheduled Saturday, May 17. Last year’s Mayfair Herb and Garden Fest has been modified to in-store promotions throughout the downtown area. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

County warns of Lyme disease

05/09/2008 12:00 AM
The northwestern and west central portions of Wisconsin, including St. Croix County, have the highest incidence of Lyme disease statewide, according to the county Department of Public Health.

Free Mother’s Day tours set at Octagon House

05/08/2008 12:00 AM
The St. Croix County Historical Society will be giving special tours, free for mothers, of the Octagon House from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Mother’s Day (Sunday).
Cynthia McConville displays the War Mother’s Flag that was presented to her by the Hudson American Legion Club. Her son, Matthew Sutmar, is serving with the U.S. Army in Iraq. Mothers    display the flag with the blue star in a window symbolizing a son or daughter in military service. Photo by Jon Echternacht
Cynthia McConville displays the War Mother’s Flag

Miles away on Mother’s Day

05/08/2008 12:00 AM
Cynthia McConville has looked forward to less anxious Mother’s Days in the past — a time when all her children were home safe and sound.

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Chief Warrant Officer Rick Hagar speaks at a National Day of Prayer breakfast at the Best Western Hudson House Inn on Thursday, May 1. Hudson Mayor Dean Knudson, listening right, also participated in the program. Photo by Randy Hanson
Rick Hagar, left, speaks at a National Day of Prayer breakfast

Iraq veteran requests prayer for those still there

05/08/2008 12:00 AM
Chief Warrant Officer Rick Hagar told a prayer breakfast audience that he expects to be deployed for another tour in Iraq. “I’m proud to serve. I’m glad to serve,” he said.

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Mayor requests prayer for family, compassion and courage

05/08/2008 12:00 AM
Hudson Mayor Dean Knudson wasn’t at a loss for words when the Rev. Larry Szyman asked him how the participants in a National Day of Prayer breakfast could pray for him.

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Community Briefs

05/08/2008 12:00 AM

Local and County Government Meetings May 8 - 15

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Cancer survivor reunion is May 8

05/02/2008 12:00 AM
All cancer survivors are invited to the second annual Survival Reunion beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at Bethel Highlands, 504 Frontage Road. This is a pre-event for the Hudson Relay For Life.

Octagon House opens with Victorian theme

05/02/2008 12:00 AM
The St. Croix County Historical Society has announced that the Octagon House Museum will open for the season Thursday, May 1.
Mike Yurk
Mike Yurk

Yurk to sign books at Borders

05/02/2008 12:00 AM
Hudson’s Mike Yurk is the featured writer at a meet-the-author and book-signing event at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, at Borders Bookstore in Woodbury, Minn.

CCH Foundation plans Remembrance Day

05/02/2008 12:00 AM
Yellow carnations will represent deceased loved ones at a Remembrance Day celebration planned by the Christian Community Campus Foundation Sunday, May 18, in the WinterGreen Atrium, 1312 Wisconsin St., between the hours of 2-4 p.m.

Four named to center’s board

05/02/2008 12:00 AM
Kent Phillips, chairman of the board of directors of Catholic Charities Bureau, diocese of Superior, announced the appointment of four Hudson residents to the board of directors of Hudson Community Children’s Center located at 824 Fourth St.
Celebrating 104 years
Ruth Ladd celebrated her 104th birthday at Pine Ridge on Sunday, April 27. She lived much of her life in Naperville, Ill., but has been in the Hudson area since 1986. Among those at the celebration were her sons Charles Ladd of Hudson and Robert Ladd of California and Charles’ children, David of Madison and Andrea of Cleveland, Ohio. Submitted photo
 

Community Briefs

05/01/2008 12:00 AM

Local and County Government Meetings May 1 - 8

05/01/2008 12:00 AM
Turningpoint's Shannon Nelson
Turningpoint's Shannon Nelson

Coalition of agencies helps victims

04/25/2008 12:00 AM
Turningpoint is collaborating with a number of other agencies in St. Croix and Pierce counties to promote a coordinated response team to emphasize options for crime victims.

Team captains sign up for Relay For Life

04/25/2008 12:00 AM
Team captains met recently to complete team rosters and make plans for the annual American Cancer Society fundraising event June 20 and 21 on Newton Field at E.P. Rock Elementary School.
Apryl Mullvain, one of Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley’s parent educators, shows a totem pole to children from a Play and Learn group. The pole, donated by carvers Carl and Linda Muggli, will be auctioned off at “Reach for the Stars,” the center’s annual gala set for 5:30 p.m. Sunday at the R&D Banquet Facility in New Richmond. Submitted photo
Apryl Mullvain with children and donated totem pole to be auctioned at benefit

Benefit auction features totem pole by celebrity carvers

04/25/2008 12:00 AM
The Family Resource Center’s ‘Reach for the Stars’ gala is Sunday evening A totem pole like the one featured in the television show “Grey’s Anatomy” will be auctioned off in a benefit for the Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley on Sunday, April 27.

Pepper Fest seeks queen candidates

04/25/2008 12:00 AM
Applications are being accepted for sophomore girls interested in becoming members of the 2008 North Hudson Pepper Fest royalty.

SCCHS volunteer tea is Tuesday

04/25/2008 12:00 AM
The St. Croix County Historical Society is hosting its fifth annual Volunteer Appreciation Tea for all past, current and potential volunteers. The tea is in the River Room of The Phipps Center for the Arts Tuesday, April 29, at 1 p.m. and includes scones, sweets and savory sandwiches.

Johnson is new senior center director

04/25/2008 12:00 AM
Di Johnson has been named the new director for the Hudson Area Senior Citizens Center. Johnson has lived in Hudson for two years and previously lived in Stillwater. She worked as a nurse for 30 years, caring for elderly people.

Organizations & Clubs

Organization and club news are printed each Thurs day for all groups meeting the following week (Sunday through Saturday). The deadline is noon on Monday. No phone calls. Submissions may be faxed (715) 386-9891 or mailed to: Organization/club news, 226 Locust Street, Hudson, WI 54016.

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