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DigElog ROCORI One Year Ago: ROCORI Senior Participates in Mission Trip

In this story you will have the chance to meet Tracy Skluzacek, a senior at ROCORI High School. Skluzacek recently went on a mission trip to Kenya. She shares how mission trips sometimes are associated with negative thoughts by here peers, but that didn't stop her from having a great time on her trip. Mission trips are a great way to volunteer your time to those that may not have the same opportunities as you. Skluzacek also states, not only can you learn about other cultures on mission trips, but you can also learn so much about yourself. Thank you so much for sharing your story Tracy. Your selflessness and servitude illustrates wisdom beyond your years.

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Special thanks to Lakes Eye Clinic for sponsoring this story. 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.

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: One Year Ago- Wind Turbine Presentation

April 13, 2009
Cold Spring, MN


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While nobody can predict the future, it is quite possible that the city of Cold Spring missed a fantastic opportunity to bring an important business into town. Obviously there is much more to the story than our two videos, but watch this two-part story from a year ago and judge for yourself. 

One Year Ago

It seems like everybody these days is concerned with Green Energy. By now, many folks already know that Green Energy is just a fancy way of saying environmentally friendly energy. DigElog ROCORI is proud to bring you coverage from a presentation given by David A. Winkelman, a project manager for Winklemans Environmentally Responsible Construction. Mr. Winkleman has over 30 years of experience in construction, conservation based education and marketing, targeted to national audiences of consumers.

During his presentation, Winkleman also proposed that a group of developers build a showcase store for green energy solutions on the edge of Cold Spring on Highway 23 on the old Auto Dealership lot. Included on this lot would be an actual 180-foot wind turbine. This story is sure to generate a lot of buzz around Cold Spring, and there will be another meeting tonight at City Hall at 7:30 p.m. on this topic. Watch this story to learn more.

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May 22, 2010 - The Old Glory Run: Sign Up Now!

May 16, 2009

      

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One Year Ago:

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.

This Year

While it will be tough to top last year's event, the Karls as well as the other organizers of the Old Glory Run will do their best to do so. "We are truly excited to offer this event to those who support our troops and especially to all of the men and women in uniform - past and present. The Old Glory Run raised $16,000 in 2009 and $14,000 in 2008, which was donated to our local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) organization. Our goal for the 3rd annual Old Glory Run is to raise $25,000 to help offset costs for a new van for the DAV. This van is used to provide free transportation for area veterans for medical appointments."

Click here to visit the official Old Glory Run website.

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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DigElog ROCORI: One Year Ago: The Middle School Referendum

One Year Ago:

Before the middle school referendum passed, DigElog ROCORI had the chance to interview a member of the middle school task force, Barry Venable. Watching the construction happening around the high school, it is hard to believe that this took place only one year ago!

PART II

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We continue with DigElog ROCORI’s Middle School Referendum story in an interview with committee co-chair Barry Venable.  First and foremost, Venable illustrated the importance of the task force keeping this proposal as cost-effective as possible. He pointed out that in the past, ROCORI has voted on referendums that exceeded $50 million whereas this one is under $30 million. He also explained the long and careful process that the task force went through so that they could examine and re-examine the best possible way to fix the problem. Be sure to watch the final installment of this program as we illustrate the economic and educational advantages that this referendum proposal creates.

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PART III

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In our third and final interview with Barry Venable, we asked Mr. Venable to discuss what the differences are between the 7th and 8th grade middle school format and the proposed 6th through 8th grouping. Venable discussed both the educational advantages as well as the economic advantages of the new Middle School. You don’t want to miss this final interview. DigElog ROCORI would like to thank Barry Venable and all of the volunteers that have been a part of the Middle School Task Force. The fruits of your efforts will lead to a better and brighter future for generations of ROCORI students.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE
NEWROCORIMIDDLESCHOOL.COM

DigElog ROCORI: One Year Ago - MN 13 the book

Minnesota 13 "wet wild prohibition days" Author's Tour Of Book PART II

This story features part one of a two-part program with St. Cloud State professor and author of the book Minnesota 13, Elaine Davis. Elaine was gracious enough to allow DigElog ROCORI to record her presentation to the Cold Spring Area Historical Society about her new book in 2007, which chronicles Stearns Countys involvement in producing moonshine during the prohibition era. Stay tuned to DigElog ROCORI for the final installment of this fascinating story.

"Minnesota 13" is a historical overview of the years from 1920-1933, when moonshine production dominated the county while the 18th Amendment was in effect. The skill of the local moonshiners -- combined with the perfect strain of corn -- produced some the best whiskey in the United States. It was bootlegged and sold in speakeasies from New York to San Francisco and competed successfully with the best alcohol rumrunners could provide.

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For more information about purchasing a copy of the book, visit the website:
MN 13 WEBSITE

DigElog ROCORI: Three Years Ago

February 08, 2007

World's Biggest Hug (Cold Spring, MN. USA. Oct 16, 2001)

                

Here is a look back at a story that DigElog ROCORI published three years ago. This story dates all the way back more than eight years ago in the land of ROCORI! At exactly 1:51 pm on October 16th, 2001, a total of 2902 students, teachers, volunteers and community supporters hugged together for a total of 10 seconds on the football field.  It was William J. Virant Field in the community of Cold Spring, Minnesota USA.  This 20 minute story tells about the kids who inspired this idea and a community that was still trying to heal after the tragedy of 911.  Yes, even this small community located in the middle of rural Minnesota, thousands of miles for New York and Washington DC, felt the impact of the 911 attack.  This event broke the worlds record and was submitted to the Guiness Book of World Records.  The video was submitted as a part of the official event documentation.

DigElog ROCORI: Four Years Ago- Christmas Piano Medley

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Today we present a special piano music event that rarely happens in the big city let alone in the Land of ROCORI.  Here is a Christmas Grand Piano Duet performed by Cold Spring Area Maennerchor accompanists Ingrid Loewen and Bette Kuss.   

Hear "Go Tell It On the Mountain", "Angels We Have Heard On High" and  "A Merry Christmas Medley".

This music video comes from a concert performed in Melrose at the High School Auditorium on December 12th, 2005.  Both the Maennerchor and the Melrose High School Choir performed during this special holiday event.

Download MP3 Version HERE! for your listening enjoyment

DigElog ROCORI Two Years Ago- Assumption Craft Sale

Assumption Craft Sale Event

               

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2007

"Every year the Assumption Campus holds a bake and craft sale. It is a large event and is also well attended. In this story Tony Nathe tells us about some of the things that go on at the bake and craft sale. Assumption Campus would like to invite members of the ROCORI area to get involved with this fantastic event. Proceeds from the sale are contributed to the “Walk and Wheel Loop” which is a walking path that will soon be constructed around Assumption Campus and the ROCORI Middle School."

DigElog ROCORI: One Year Ago

Become A Member Of The Cold Spring Area Historical Society

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It's the 2009 Membership Drive of the Cold Spring Area Historical Society.  There are many benefits to being a part of the CSAHS and your support will truly make a difference.





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DigElog ROCORI: Haunted House Visit Two Years Ago

Two years ago:

"Halloween is here and DigElog ROCORI is proud to bring you this exclusive story. This week we had a chance to take a tour of Scareview Gardens 2 in Sauk Rapids. Scareview Gardens is a haunted house-fundraiser that donates all of their proceeds to local charities. This story features an interview with the founder and coordinator of Scareview Gardens, Chanda Gebhardt. It also features an inside look at some of the spooky sights the haunted house has to offer."

Be sure to stay tuned to DigElog ROCORI for our upcoming feature video: Terror on 23! DigElog ROCORI is also giving away free tickets to Terror on 23. Become a facebook friend of DigElog ROCORI to learn more details. Click here to visit DigElog ROCORI'S Facebook Site. 

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