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The 12 Days of Christmas

The 12 Days of Christmas are now most famous as a song about someone receiving lots of presents from their ‘true love’. However, to get to the song there had to be the days to start with!

Twas The Night Before Christmas

Clement Clarke Moore wrote this poem in 1822 for his own children. It is also referenced with the title, “A Visit from St. Nicholas”.

Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus

We take pleasure in answering thus prominently the communication below, expressing at the same time our great gratification that its faithful author is numbered among the friends of The Sun: Dear Editor, I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus.

The history of Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural holiday conceived and developed by Dr. Maulana Ron Karenga, was first celebrated on December 26, 1966. Kwanzaa is traditionally celebrated from December 26 through January 1, with each day focused on Nguzo Saba, or the seven principles.

What is Hanukkah?

The joyous festival of Hanukkah begins on 25 Kislev of the Jewish calendar. It celebrates two miracles – a great Jewish military victory and a miraculous supply of oil for the Temple. We celebrate Hanukkah – also called the Festival of Lights – for eight days.

Remembering Christmas Past

Looking back to 2014: Elementary students enthusiastically performing their musical at the Holiday Concert. VNV Photo by Lesa Van Camp In 2016: Finn Pollestad was the unofficial greeter at the Christmas program.

Girls Fall to Hatton-Northwood on the Road

On Friday evening of last week, the Titans traveled to Northwood where they lost a 50-33 contest. Kasey Stegman led the effort with 18 points, Meghan Lorton and Madison Hermanson had 6 each, Easton Larson added 3. Quarter scores were; 9-12, 20-17, 22-32, and 33-50.

Looking Back in Time

December 20, 1894 Drayton Echo At the Methodist Church a Great Christmas Treat and the Brownies bringing in the Big Barrel. A great surprise of all in store. All children free. General admission 25 cents. The Brownies give a present to everybody. You must not miss it, on Christmas night.

Marvin shares profit with employees despite difficult year

WARROAD, Minn. (Dec. 18, 2020) – After rebounding from a significant drop in sales early in the pandemic and avoiding layoffs, CEO Paul Marvin announced yesterday that $15,326,676 in profits would be shared among 5,841 employees across all Marvin locations.

Drayton School News

In school during these last few weeks, we all were preparing for our finals. Some of us got sleepless nights just to study for them. The girls and boys basketball teams had it rough, between studying and practicing. They succeeded, and continued to show effort in everything they do.