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"SKATE" Skateboard Competition In Cold Spring

Earlier this week we did a short interview live at this event.  This was a regional tournament held at Springer Park in Cold Spring for area skateboarders.  Over 60 local boarders competed in a game of "SKATE", like the game of "PIG" or "HORSE" in basketball.  It's a one-on-one challenge, each skateboarder pitted against the other.  Gradually, one by one, the best rise to the top and in the end its the best against the best.  One super winner ends up winning the final duo challenge.

ROCORI City Officials Discuss 4th of July (2008)

July 4th, 2008

      

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In this story, you’ll hear two unique stories as Rena Weber and Dan Coughlin tell us about experiences they’ve had on the 4th of July. If you’ve got a unique 4th of July story e-mail us at DigElog ROCORI and your story could be featured on the web site. We hope that everybody out there has a safe and happy 4th of July!

Skateboard Competition in Cold Spring

This evening about 60 skateboarders were competing in a game of one on one challenging at Springer park in Cold Spring. Check out this short video where the organizers tell their story.  See Video Live From Event
 

2nd Annual Old Glory Run: An Interview With The Inspiration

May 16, 2009

      

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As part of DigElog ROCORI’s extended coverage of the 2nd annual Old Glory Run, we had a chance to catch up with John Swanson, one of the inspirations for the Old Glory Run. Swanson, a 10-year military veteran lost his leg in combat. Humble by nature, he often tries to avoid the spotlight but at the same time understands the importance of sharing his story. Like so many other veterans, he appreciates the efforts of people like Curt and Pam Karls that go the extra mile to help reintegrate returning soldiers back into society.

In this story, Swanson discusses how life has changed for him since the last time we saw him. He also shares how the Disabled American Veterans (D.A.V.) has helped with his medical issues over the past year. For those that are not familiar with the Old Glory Run, all proceeds from the event are donated to the Minnesota Chapter of the D.A.V. This is a must see story, and as the 4th of July approaches it is a great reminder of the sacrifices that others make for our freedom.

Click here to see more coverage from the 2nd Annual Old Glory Run

Click here to see 1st Annual Old Glory Run

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Violet O. Lee * OBITUARY

Age 69

Cold Spring

October 8, 1939 – July 1, 2009

Services will be 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Cold Spring, MN for Violet O. Lee, age 69, who died peacefully Wednesday at the Mother Theresa Home, Cold Spring. Inurnment will be at a later date, in Big Grove Lutheran Cemetery, near Brooten, MN.

Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Tuesday morning prior to the service.   Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring.

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St. James Parish Host's German Picnic

June 13, 2009

 

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On June 13, 2009 St. James Parish of Jacobs Prairie hosted their annual German Picnic. In this story you will hear from Karen Schlangen, a local volunteer at the picnic. DigElog ROCORI had the chance to catch up with Schlangen on Friday June 12, 2009 as she and a number of other volunteers prepared some of the food for Saturday’s festivities. Aside from eating an authentic German meal, picnic-goers listened to the Elk River German Band, participated in quilt auctions, and attended an outdoor mass. There was plenty more to see and do at the festival so check out this story to see more!

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Special thanks to Murphy Granite of Richmond, MN who sponsored this story.  At Murphy Granite they feature Precision Graphic Carving, a superior new method in carving granite memorials and specialty items. Today, we can sandblast and carve designs with artistic detail and accuracy, capturing memories and creating distinctive images. Traditional memorial artwork has turned from simple, to simply beautiful!  www.MurphyGranite.com

DigElog ROCORI History: 2007 Rock-fest Motorcycle Rally

July 7, 2007

      

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Two Years Ago...

This story features footage from the annual motorcycle tour at Rock-Fest and also an interview with the legendary custom motorcycle creator, Donnie Smith. Digelog Rocori would like to congratulate the Rockville community on the success of Rock-Fest and we hope that next year will be bigger and better.

Be sure to catch all of the 2009 Rock-fest activities. On Friday July 11, 2009 a new group of Rockville Royalty will be crowned. Early Saturday the Rock-Fest festivities begin and they continue through the day, until the evening, when the Rockville Parade travels through town.

Click here to dowload 2009 Rockville Rockf-fest Poster

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