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Repatriated remains of WWII soldier returned for burial

[caption id="attachment_37613" align="alignleft" width="270"] Casket bearers from the National Guard ceremoniously carried a casket containing Army Pvt. Donald E. Brown’s remains into Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel in Clear Lake on Thursday.[/caption]

Freedom Rock fueled by inspiration, thanks to vets

The Cerro Gordo County Freedom Rock, located at the corner of Main Avenue and 8th Street, was officially dedicated Sunday with a good number of veterans and others looking on.

Artist Ray “Bubba” Sorensen was on hand for the dedication and said his work is fueled by inspiration the stories from each county provide.

Freedom Rock fueled by inspiration, thanks to vets

The Cerro Gordo County Freedom Rock, located at the corner of Main Avenue and 8th Street, was officially dedicated Sunday with a good number of veterans and others looking on.

Artist Ray “Bubba” Sorensen was on hand for the dedication and said his work is fueled by inspiration the stories from each county provide.

Giving Tree program enters 29th year

The Clear Lake Mirror-Reporter and Clear Lake Community Schools have announced plans for the 29th annual Giving Tree.  For more than a quarter of a century, the Giving Tree has helped to make the holidays a little brighter for Clear Lake area families.  Last year, approximately 180 ornaments representing the wishes of local children from more than 60 families appeared on the tree.

Giving Tree program enters 29th year

The Clear Lake Mirror-Reporter and Clear Lake Community Schools have announced plans for the 29th annual Giving Tree.  For more than a quarter of a century, the Giving Tree has helped to make the holidays a little brighter for Clear Lake area families.  Last year, approximately 180 ornaments representing the wishes of local children from more than 60 families appeared on the tree.

Lion offense rolls over Forest City

(Above) Clear Lake’s Austin Larson manhandles a Forest City running back during Friday night’s game.  Ready to lend a hand were Alex Snelling (8), Jagger Schmitt (25) and Nick Danielson (5).  Reporter photo by Chris Barragy

Lion offense rolls over Forest City

(Above) Clear Lake’s Austin Larson manhandles a Forest City running back during Friday night’s game.  Ready to lend a hand were Alex Snelling (8), Jagger Schmitt (25) and Nick Danielson (5).  Reporter photo by Chris Barragy

Cards face tough opponent in Southeast Valley

(Ab0ve) GHV’s Landon Dalbeck gets a tackle during Friday night’s game.  The Cardinals fell to Southeast Valley, 42-22.  -Reporter photo by Chris Barragy

The Garner-Hayfield-Ventura football team gave it their all in Friday night’s game against Southeast Valley, a tough opponent with a 5-2 record.

“We started a little slow, but continued to battle,” said Coach Scott Van Dusseldorp. “I’m very proud of how the team never gave up.”

Cards face tough opponent in Southeast Valley

(Ab0ve) GHV’s Landon Dalbeck gets a tackle during Friday night’s game.  The Cardinals fell to Southeast Valley, 42-22.  -Reporter photo by Chris Barragy

The Garner-Hayfield-Ventura football team gave it their all in Friday night’s game against Southeast Valley, a tough opponent with a 5-2 record.

“We started a little slow, but continued to battle,” said Coach Scott Van Dusseldorp. “I’m very proud of how the team never gave up.”

Clear Lake X-C teams compete at Dick Bell Invitational

Clear Lake cross country teams competed at the Dick Bell Invitational on Oct. 2 in Eagle Grove. Nearly all Lion runners ran their personal best times of the year at the event.

Boys race

The boys had five runners come in under 19-minutes for the first time all year.

“We will need all of our varsity runners to be in the mid-18s or below to contend for a conference title,” said Coach Nick DiMarco, pointing to this week’s North Central Conference meet.

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