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Marlin Henjum, local historian and retired school teacher, passed away on Tuesday, June 24 in Willmar. In 2021, Henjum released his book Wheat King that chronicled the life of Hans Henjum as he immigrated from Norway to America in the 19th century at age 18. Hans Henjum was a great-grandfather of Marlin Henjum. In the attached video, Henjum is shown speaking about his long-time friend and neighbor, Myron Hauge, during the Norway Lake Log Church celebration on August 21, 2022. Marlin Henjum's...
The Bonanza Valley Days Worship in the Park will feature an Ecumenical worship service on Thursday, July 10 at 7 p.m. the Brooten city park led by River of Life staff and friends including Pastor Mitch Wall. We are grateful for all who participate in this event each year that officially kicks off Bonanza Valley Days in Brooten! In the attached video, you can watch the BVD Worship in the Park on July 7, 2022 with Father Theis. To see over 170 Bonanza Valley Voice photos taken on Day II of BVD...
At the Ranch Rodeo held at Smilin'D Arena in Colfax Township on Friday, June 27, a birthday was celebrated for David Henke during the evening. In the attached video, guests at the arena were treated to a Happy Birthday song as part of the fun and excitement. Multiple competitions took place that night, including steer sorting and steer penning. A youth steer riding competition kicked off the events. The next big event is on Friday, July 18 when Smilin'D hosts the Outlaw Xtreme Challenge. The...
On Thursday, July 3, the first wave of Bonanza Valley Days T-shirts went on sale in Brooten at two locations. The public can stop and purchase T-shirts at the Bonanza Valley State Bank on Central Avenue or at The Shed (Jana Mae's, Earthy Elements and Meraki Salon) on Highway 55 East (950 Highway 55). The price is $20 each. The bank is closed on Friday this week for the 4th of July holiday. Next Thursday, July 10, the BVD T-shirts will be for sale on Main Street in Brooten in front of the...
The Brooten High School class of 1966 will hold a reunion on Friday, July 11, at the Brooten American Legion building from 4 to 6 p.m. Refreshments and snacks will be available. Please pass the word!...
The second Farmers Market of the 2025 season was held on Thursday, July 3 at the Brooten city park shelter. The Brooten Farmers Market was re-started in 2023 and took place again in 2024. It is held weekly on Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m. as a rain or shine event. At the July 3 Brooten Farmers Market, Brooten Class of 1968 graduate Robert Anderson set up an incredible display of his drawings and paintings. He is a former school teacher and former B-B-E school paraprofessional enjoying retirement....
For the second year in a row, the Great River Regional Library and the Belgrade Library are sponsoring Now. Make. Art as one of numerous activities coming to Brooten for Bonanza Valley Days. This event runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Brooten city park gazebo area on Friday, July 11. If you drive to the city park, you can park on the east or west side and walk to the location near the city park shelter. The GPS address is 180 State Highway 55 in Brooten. This arts-related event will take place under...
It would be terrific if we could undo what the 2024 Legislature pushed on us with this oddball state flag that they approved!...
