The tradition of planting trees in honor of retiring staff continues at Hutchinson Middle School. This year’s tree was planted in honor of Dawn Altermatt’s retirement. Altermatt taught physical education. She began teaching at the middle school in 1994.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Cedar Mills Township, honored fallen and deceased veterans during a Memorial Day service May 26, at the church cemetery.
In response to the federal government discontinuing its Affordable Connectivity Program, Nuvera is launching Connect Assist Credit. This initiative aims to provide continued support for customers who are eligible for the Lifeline program, ensuring they maintain access to essential internet services.
A four-year process will soon culminate in the Winsted Arts Council’s installation of its first public mural. Artists Emily Victory of Watertown and Niko Alexander, formerly of Winsted, designed and painted the mural with suggestions and guidance from the art council’s mural subcommittee. The design incorporates an aerial view of the town circa the late 1800s. Greater Minnesota Sign and Graphics will hang the 10-foot by 20-foot mural on the south side of the Corner Bar building June 11. The arts council sees the mural as serving as a cultural centerpiece for downtown Winsted and as a gateway to its lake park.
As the summer begins to get into full swing, warmer and more humid days are on the horizon, say climate and weather scientists. Temperatures across Minnesota this summer have a 30% to 40% chance of being higher than normal, according to a seasonal outlook issued by the National Weather Service earlier this month.
Linda M. Kurtz, 70, of Hutchinson passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson. Memorial Service was held Friday, May 31, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Dobratz-Hantge Fun eral Chapel in
LeRoy J. Reinert, 81, of Hutchinson passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson. Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, May 31, 2024, at 11 a.m. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson with interment in the church cemetery. Clergy Officiating: Father Paul Wolf; Pianist: Bev Wangerin; Song Leader and Soloist: Bobbi
LaVonne was born on May 30, 1940, in Hutchinson to parents Fred Henke and Sophie Dostal Henke. She was raised on her family farm, along with her brothers and sisters: Alvin, Harvey, David, Jerry, Roger, Eve and Carol. She was the first girl born to the family after four boys. After high school, LaVonne moved to the Twin Cities and attended beauty school. In 1979, Lavonne and her husband Brent Constans moved to Rocky Mount, N.C., along with their daughters, Kim and Kathy. In March of 2022, she moved into The Foley Center in Blowing Rock, N.C. LaVonne enjoyed growing flowers, tending to house plants, painting, fishing, spending time with her beloved grandson Gregory, volunteering for hospice, traveling, collecting shells on the beach and collecting special rocks. LaVonne was dedicated to agriculture, enjoying a long career working for an agricultural supply company. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Fred and Sophie Henke, and her brother Roger. LaVonne is survived by her grandson Gregory Lamm and fiancé’ Jessica Mugford of Florida, daughter Kim Constans and her significant other Denver Plude of Vilas, N.C., and her daughter Kathy Lamm and significant other Chris Jacobs of Rock Hill, S.C.
Justin T. Nass, 45, husband of Kalee, of Hutchinson passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. Gathering of family and friends will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements by Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Online guestbook is available at www. hantge.com.
Christopher “Chris” Braun, 67, of Darwin passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his home in Darwin. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2024, 4 p.m. at Cornerstone Church in Litchfield. Private Family Graveside Service will be held at a later date in St. Anastasia Catholic Cemetery in Hutchinson. Gathering of family and friends will be held from 2 - 4 p.m., two hours prior to the service at the church. Arrangements by Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Online guestbook is available at www.hantge.com.