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Lyle Van Camp

Lyle Van Camp

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Musings... Keeping my favorite watch…by Lyle Van Camp

Lyle Van Camp
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
We bought new Apple Watches while I was visiting my bride at our Arizona winter home for the holidays. Once we returned home and got our new watches setup, I mentioned that I am not sure what to do with my oldest Apple Watch.
Saralee Hoselton

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Bowesmont Lives: Caribbean cruise by Saralee Hoselton

Saralee Hoselton
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
On Dec. 5, a special preview of their Christmas program was held by the elementary music students at the Sugar Bowl Senior Citizen’s Center. Merv and Phyllis Holter were among those who attended. The next night Ken and Liz Linster took Saralee Hoselton to the H. G.
Letter from the Publisher

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Letter from the Publisher

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
I always get a smile on my face when I log into my email and see that we have had new subscribers come on board via the website. It’s happening pretty often these days and it’s my pleasure to welcome this week’s new friends: Susan in Detroit Lakes and Doug in Drayton.
What’s in a flag? by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

What’s in a flag? by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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What’s in a flag? by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
For the past two weeks, I entertained my readers with stories of my fishing exploits. With Drayton’s close proximity to the Red River and taking in consideration it’s the “Catfish Capital of the North” I figure I can never go wrong with a good fishing story.
An Eclectic Editor

An Eclectic Editor

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An Eclectic Editor

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
I can’t believe I’m sitting here writing my Christmas Issue column! Where did the time go?! It feels like just last week was our Veterans Day special issue. Andrea and I work well together. When it comes to personality, we are quite opposite, and I think that is a GOOD thing!
An Eclectic Editor Don’t be shy…

An Eclectic Editor Don’t be shy…

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An Eclectic Editor Don’t be shy…

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
I absolutely love it when I hear from readers about my articles. Following our Veterans Day issue, I discovered a message from a man concerning a piece I had written about my Grandpa Ole’s “Hoodlum” coffee friends group.
Musings... No time for golf by Lyle Van Camp

Musings... No time for golf by Lyle Van Camp

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Musings... No time for golf by Lyle Van Camp

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
For several years now the running commentary at our house has consisted of my coming back into the house to tell my bride the snowblower started in one, two, or three pulls. She responds with a heartfelt, “you’re welcome,” then I go back outside and clean us out after the latest snowfall.
My Two Cents | River fishing fun: Part 2 by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

My Two Cents | River fishing fun: Part 2 by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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My Two Cents | River fishing fun: Part 2 by Mike Alan Steinfeldt

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Last week I set the scene for fishing on the Namekagon River in northwest Wisconsin with my nephew, Ben. As with all good fishing stories, it’s time to deliver the goods. Here’s the first of a few stories of catches from the “hole” I was telling you about.
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