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Belt Sander Drag Racing - COLD SPRING HOMETOWN PRIDE DAYS

July 24, 2009
Cold Spring, Minnesota   USA

Live coverage of the First Annual Belt Sander Drag Race competition in Cold Spring, Minnesota. One of the many Hometown Pride Days events.

2009 Hometown Pride Chamber Breakfast

This morning the Cold Spring Area Chamber sponsored their annual breakfast for the community. A freewill offering was requested at the door and hundreds of friends, relatives and visitors participated in some great pancakes and sausage. Interviews include Bob Gerads, Brian Braegelmann, and Bill Thull. We also get to meet your new Hometown Pride Royalty 2009.

Maggie Schmaltz Takes Third Place at First Annual Richmond's Got Talent

Last weekend as part of the Richmond River Lake Days festivities, the community came together to watch the First Annual Richmond’s Got Talent. Sixteen acts performed for a panel of judges. Cash prizes were awarded to the top three finishers and all other performers received a free pizza voucher from Jimmy’s Pizza. In this story you’ll see a full length performance by Maggie Schmaltz as she dances to I’ve Got Rhythm.

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This story is sponsored by Dino's Southside Cafe. Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner, you'll find a wide variety of Americana style selections on the menu. Dino's Southside Cafe has added a delicious assortment of pizzas to their menu, and why not wash down your pizza with a refreshing beer? Dino's is also now serving beer. Come on out to Dino's Southside Cafe. You'll be glad you did!

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT DINO'S SOUTHSIDE CAFE

Cold Spring Hometown Pride Days Events

Download 2009 Hometown_Pride_Poster Version 2

Download 2009 Hometown_Pride_Poster Version 2

2009 Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

The Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce and Rich Spring Golf Club hosted their annual Chamber Golf Tournament fundraiser on July 10, 2009. Thirteen foursomes took the course on a beautiful Friday afternoon. In this story you’ll hear from chamber member and Tournament Chairman Jim Eiynck as he tells us about this great event. You’ll also hear from Chamber Board Member Tony Nathe. Not only were there golf games, but throughout the day Nathe conducted a trivia game where participants could win extra door prizes. Check out all of the highlights from this fantastic fundraiser.

CLICK HERE TO VISIT COLD SPRING CHAMBER WEBSITE

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This story is sponsored by the Great Northern Theatre Company. It’s 1933 in New York and the depression is on.  The outlook is bleak as people have no money, no jobs, and little hope.  Julian Marsh, a successful Broadway director, is going to put on what may be his last Broadway show. Come see the cast from the Great Northern Theatre Company perform 42nd Street.

CLICK HERE TO VISIT GNTC WEBSITE 

Rockville Pageant: Crowning the 2009 Royalty

On Friday July 10, 2009 a new group of Royalty was crowned at John Clark Elementary. Saying their goodbyes as the 2008 Royalty were Miss Rockville Marie Stenseth, Princess Noa Kunstleben, and Junior Princes Ava Honer. In this story you will see the crowning of a new group of Royalty. The 2009 Rockville Junior Princess is Britany Schlangen. 1st and 2nd Princess went to Megan Schlangen and Sophia Feldhege, with Megan Dirsken receiving the Rockville Princess Crown. Lastly, Briana Schlangen received the title as 2009 Miss Rockville. Congratulations to all of the participants and enjoy your year as Rockville’s Royalty.

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Dr. Mary Jo Femrite, owner of Lakes Eye Clinic, is originally from Cold Spring.  Daughter of Bob and Darlene Dockendorf, she attended Rocori High School graduating in 1992.  During high school she was active in track, cross country and spent time waiting tables at the Red River Inn.  Dr. Femrite is active in the Minnesota Optometric Association and the American Academy of Optometry, presenting several case reports and research studies at national meetings.  She is very excited and honored to have the opportunity to return to Cold Spring to serve the eye care needs of the community.

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DigElog ROCORI Business of the Week: Lakes Eye Clinic

Dr. Mary Jo Femrite, a graduate of ROCORI High School, received her BA degree from Moorhead State University and her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry.  Dr. Femrite completed a residency with Minnesota Eye Consultants, specializing in eye disease management, LASIK surgery and comprehensive eye care. Following her residency, Dr. Femrite continued in private practice from 2001-2006.  She opened LAKES Eye Clinic in May 2006. 

Dr. Femrite is active in the Minnesota Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association and the Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce.  She has presented several case reports, research studies and lectures to the optometric community and public.  She currently reside in the Cold Spring community with her husband and 2 children.

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Cold Spring Business Center 308 5th Ave S Suite 110 Cold Spring, MN  56320 Located in the Cold Spring Business Center Across from the Great Blue Heron Restaurant South of highway 23 (phone) 320-685-5400  (fax) 320-685-3506

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Spring Choral Concert: St. Boniface Performance

In this music video you'll see a full length performance from the St. Boniface Choir who performed as part of a 3-choir concert held at Peace Lutheran Church. Every year various choirs in the "Land of ROCORI" come together for the whole community to enjoy in a host location. This year included the Saint Boniface Church Choir featured in this story, the Peace Lutheran Choir and the String O Pearls.  Please enjoy the sights and sounds and stay tuned to DigElog ROCORI for more coverage from this great concert.

The Mission of Peace Lutheran Church

PEACE to be a PEOPLE of passion and a place where the power of God's promise is present. to

EXPERIENCE excellence in Eucharistic fellowship and the Evangelical life of the church. to

AFFIRM and act on the Apostolic mission of God. to be a

CHRIST CENTERED community of caring, comfort and creative communication of the gospel. to

ENVISION energy, excitement and enthusiasm of eternal life for everyone.

PEACE LUTHERAN WEBSITE

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This story is sponsored by Lumber One Cold Spring. For over 40 years Lumber One  has been proud to be your preferred local home builder.  Whether you're looking to build a new home or you're looking at ways to remodel and improve your present home, our friendly professional team can help you design, contract and provide the building materials you need to meet all your personal living needs.

Freedom Flight Balloon Ride: Richmond River-Lake Days

FROM LAUNCH TO LANDING... A Hot Air Balloon Ride A video log of the process based on the view of the chase team from down on the ground.

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