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Patti Mitchell, left, presented retired U.S. service veterans with VFW “Thank You for Serving” coins. Pictured with Mitchell, from left are David Fromelt, Jane (Fromelt) Geidt, John Fromelt and Stanley Roberts, husband of Nancy Fromelt. Coins are sponsored by VFW Auxiliary 628. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

Patti Mitchell, left, presented retired U.S. service veterans with VFW “Thank You for Serving” coins. Pictured with Mitchell, from left are David Fromelt, Jane (Fromelt) Geidt, John Fromelt and Stanley Roberts, husband of Nancy Fromelt. Coins are sponsored by VFW Auxiliary 628. Reporter & Farmer | Subscriber snapshot

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Veterans honored

News Staff
Saturday, June 27, 2026
The Roslyn Pickle passes out miniature American flags to festival goers June 20 during Vinegar Days. Reporter & Farmer | Timothy Gibson

The Roslyn Pickle passes out miniature American flags to festival goers June 20 during Vinegar Days. Reporter & Farmer | Timothy Gibson

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Relishing the moment

Timothy Gibson
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Hundreds of locals and visitors gathered around Roslyn’s International Vinegar Museum for the annual Vinegar Festival June 20.Attendees sampled vinegar, supported local crafters, enjoyed live music and watched a parade featuring more than 35 vehicles and over 100 participants.
When Stephanie Teresa, right, met her father Allan Block, center, for the first time July 13, 2025 at Block’s home near Rush Lake, the two spent hours getting to know one another. “I saw this other part of me in him,” said Teresa about the reunion. Curtis Block, left, also Allan Block’s son, is Teresa’s half brother and was the first Block family member to meet Teresa in person. Reporter & Farmer | ss

When Stephanie Teresa, right, met her father Allan Block, center, for the first time July 13, 2025 at Block’s home near Rush Lake, the two spent hours getting to know one another. “I saw this other part of me in him,” said Teresa about the reunion. Curtis Block, left, also Allan Block’s son, is Teresa’s half brother and was the first Block family member to meet Teresa in person. Reporter & Farmer | ss

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DNA test connects woman to long-lost Day County family

Timothy Gibson
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Stephanie Teresa was born in 1991 and grew up an only child on a five acre hobby farm in Prescott, WI. Her father worked at a large oil company in St. Paul Park, MN and provided an excellent life for his wife and daughter. Teresa cared for cats, dogs, ferrets and birds.
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What America means to Day County

Timothy Gibson & Connor Handrahan
Saturday, June 27, 2026
The United States is turning 250 and Day County community members are getting ready to celebrate and honor the country’s birthday. In honor of our nation’s birthday, Reporter & Farmer asked community members all over Day County one question:America has changed a lot over its 250 years.
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Latc Graduation
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Deloris TorgusonLake Area Technical College celebrated 883 graduates during its 59th annual commencement ceremony Friday, May 15.
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Summerfest
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Tabor Church serviceTabor Church, Webster Sunday worship is at 9 a.m.Hosts tea partyDay County Arts Council host Pollinators TeaParty, July 11, 2 p.m. at the Arts Center, Webster.Open house eventWestern Sunset Addition invites you to an open house event, June 27 from 1-5 p.m.
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Ole & Lena

News Staff
Saturday, June 20, 2026
What did the Norwegian call his mixture of prune juice and 7-up?“Hurry up” ~~~ Who was the most famous Norwegian inventory?Henry Fjord. ~~~ Difference between “Uff Da” and “Fee Da.”Uff Da... dropping a sack of garbage.Fee Da... getting your hand in it.
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