Library Happenings Henning School We have the most wonderful community that comes and to support our annual book fair each fall. This is the second time that Cherry Street Book Store from Alexandria has been partnered with us for the book fair. Because of the generosity of our patrons who shopped at the book fair,… Read More

Landmark Center Dan Broten As we prepare to rind in the New Year, Henning Landmark Center wishes to thank all of our supporters, volunteers, financial donors and funding sources that help make possible the activities and opportunities we make available to our community throughout the year. Thank you to all community volunteers for making this… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda There are many types of currently sold heat pumps: Geothermal–a water-source refrigeration device (RD) that steals either heat or cold  from water under ground and moves it into your home. Split system–an air-source RD that uses your existing duct system to distribute either heat or cold  stolen from outside air into your home.  Mini… Read More

Library Happenings Henning Library Mrs. Jorgenson is just one of Craig Johnson’s biggest fans for his ingenious concept of the Longmire Series. Walter “Walt” Longmire is a widower that has given himself completely to his career. Going so far as to skip going home, and just sleeping in the empty jail cells of the Durant,… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda This isn’t a column for everyone; it’s about air filters. Air filters bring with them very little humor, well, except for the times new home owners—some of whom had been in their home for a couple of years or more—have proudly shown me their furnace. Those were humorous. More than once, as… Read More

By Bev Johnson Master Gardener If you mulch, did you ever wonder why it disappears?  Jeff Gilman, associate professor of Horticulture at the University of Minnesota knows why. Here is what he says. Our garden soil is full of creepy crawlies. Let’s start with one we all recognize, worms. In our garden, their burrowing activities reduce soil… Read More

Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: Winter is here. Can talk about tire safety and how a person can tell if their tires are still good?   Answer: Winter season is a good time to remind motorists about the importance of installing and maintaining good tires. Tires must be able to carry your vehicle’s weight and grip… Read More

To the Editor, The mental health crisis is something that I hear about every day. Here in Minnesota, like in much of the United States, we are facing significant challenges when it comes to mental health, particularly in our rural communities. About one in five adults in our state experience a mental health condition each year,… Read More

To the Editor, When it comes to running a successful small business, providing a great product or service is only half the battle. Whether you’re selling handcrafted products, offering professional services, or running a local shop, knowing who your potential customers are—and how to reach them—can make all the difference in your business’s success. What is a… Read More

Landmark Center Dan Broten The Landamark Center will host musician Laura MacKenzie for an evening of Celtic Yuletide music, on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. Please join us for this free one-hour event featuring a celebration of Yuletide holiday favorites, many with Celtic origins, arranged with traditional Irish and Scottish music and presented on… Read More