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Clue #3 for 2013 Summerfest Medallion Hunt: If you're in a hungry mood, you could also hunt for food.
   
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Summerfest Clue #2: West is the direction not to go; unless the PO puts you in the know.

   

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Olson showing how a conductor would use a lantern to signal the train. Photo by Dallas Steffen.

His love of trains started at a young age 

During his youth, Dennis Olson raced the trains that sped on the Great Northern Railway through Osseo on his bike, pedaling as hard as he could to get to the station before the trains and watch them in fascination.

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Heritage Past, Let's Make it Last parade Saturday

The Summerfest parade will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 29, with line up at the Pine River-Backus School parking lot beginning at 12:30 p.m. The theme for the parade is "Heritage Past, Let's Make it Last.
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Area youth to star in 'The Wizard of Oz'

Auditions for Prairie Fire Children's Theatre's original musical production of "The Wizard of Oz" will be held from 12:30-4 p.m. Monday, June 24, in the Pine River-Backus High School gym (Door 2).
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Run Run, Baby Ox Run to be held June 30

The 5K Fun Run/2K Walk will be Sunday, June 30, with registration from 8-8:45 a.m. The run will start at 9 a.m. on the Paul Bunyan Trail at the Pine River Information Center. Advance registration is full.
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Pine River Art Show on tap June 27-29

The Pine River Art Club will host its annual Pine River Art Show from Thursday-Saturday, June 27-29, at The Warehouse in Pine River. The art show will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day and will include refreshments and daily door...
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PR State Bank car, tractor show slated June 29

Pine River State Bank will host its annual Classic Car and Tractor Show during Summerfest. The show will be held in the Pine River State Bank paved parking lot from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 29. Registration and attendance are free.
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Summerfest Book Sale to be June 28-30

The Pine River Library's annual Summerfest Book Sale will be held Friday-Sunday, June 28-30, across the street from the library next to the Catholic church. Signs will be posted. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, June 28; 10 a.m. to 5 p....
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Pine River Bazaar to be held during Summerfest

Sidewalk sales, arts, crafts, markets and food sales will be found throughout Pine River during Summerfest. These events will be hosted by various groups. Events include: • Sidewalk sales all weekend. • Arts and crafts displays downtown...
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Good Sam picnic scheduled June 28

The Good Samaritan Society-Pine River Riverside Apartments will host a Summerfest Community Picnic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 29.
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Legion to host Steak Fry on June 28

The Pine River American Legion will host its annual Summerfest Steak Fry on Friday, June 28, from 4-8 p.m. or until gone at the Pine River American Legion.
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Duck Races on tap Friday of Summerfest

Duck Races on tap Friday
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Merrifield man is business owner, musician, member of Lions Club

Ron Scrimshaw, 68, is a local business owner, longtime resident of the Brainerd lakes area, musician and active member of the Merrifield Lions Club. Ron and his wife, Karen, have owned Karen's Antiques and Things in Merrifield for 22 years.
by Katie Morford
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His love of trains started at a young age

During his youth, Dennis Olson raced the trains that sped on the Great Northern Railway through Osseo on his bike, pedaling as hard as he could to get to the station before the trains and watch them in fascination.
by Dallas Steffen
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Helping a loved one adapt to a nursing home

Many older men and women find the transition to a nursing home somewhat difficult.
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Capturing childhood memories for future generations

When Mary Jo McCarthy looked up her grandfather's name on a genealogy website, she learned what ship he had been on when he came to America and other basic facts.
by Jodie Tweed
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Minnesota ranked as healthiest state for seniors

A recent report recognizes the direction Minnesota has moved over many years to support older citizens' access to health care services and long-term services and supports, state Human Services Commissioner Lucinda Jesson said.
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Musings on paper lead to published book

Since he was a young boy, Ted Leagjeld enjoyed journaling. Having a knack for nature and a will to write, he jotted down thoughts and experiences on a daily basis.
by Jenny Holmes
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Experience Works helped Backus native help herself

About four years ago, Marilynn Lodin of Backus found herself in need of financial help when a group called Experience Works helped her to find peace of mind. Lodin spent her working years as a dental assistant in the Twin Cities.
by Travis Grimler
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His interests include law enforcement and acting

You may recognize Craig Friday as the man in uniform patrolling Pequot Lakes High School sporting events as captain of the Pequot Lakes Police Reserve. Or maybe he's a familiar face at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, where he works in guest...
by Nancy Vogt
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Kindergartners head off to Kinderfriend Day

Nisswa Elementary School kindergartners donned light blue Kinderfriend Day T-shirts, walked down the school sidewalk giving high fives to their classmates and boarded a bus for Brainerd for a day of fun Wednesday, May 29.
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Kids learn how to be safe

Children ages 4-6 spent last week learning all about safety at the annual Safety Kids event held each morning Tuesday-Friday, May 28-31, at The Trailside Center at Pequot Lakes Baptist Church.
Edward J.Snowden, former CIA computer technician, faces federal charges of disclosing classified N.S.A. data. Should he:
Be extradited from overseas to the United States to face charges
57%
Be allowed to stay in hiding overseas
14%
Be hailed as a hero and whistleblower for his actions
29%
Total votes: 14

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