Local News

The American Red Cross was in Litchfield last Thursday and collected 81-units of blood. 72-units of blood were collected on Monday in Dassel.

The goal in Dassel had been set at 64 units. 6 individuals received recognition for milestone donations: 1-gallon for Jose Larios of Cokato, 2 gallons for Amy Peikert Nordstrom of South Haven, 4 gallons for Tammy Larson of South Haven, 6 gallons for Janet Petro of Clear Lake, 8- gallons for Amy Thostenson of Dassel, and 11-gallons for Kevin Dahlman of Cokato.

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The Mission BBQ at Trinity Lutheran Church in Grove City will be on Tuesday from 5:30-to-7:30 p.m. The menu includes BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, sweet corn, homemade baked beans, chips, bars and beverages.

Richard Larson says the cost is $12 for adults, $6 for children, free for kids under 5, with a $30 family maximum, and the proceeds will benefit the Grove City Rescue Squad and Fire Dept. He says the Mission BBQ will also include meat and basket raffles and a silent auction.

Larson says take-out meals will be available. He says they appreciate all of the people who attend this event each year.

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The Fall’n into Fun Fest in Downtown Litchfield is just a little over 4 weeks away – on Saturday, September 21st from 10-to-4. There will be a pumpkin hunt, prizes, music, kid’s activities, food, a craft fair, bounce houses and more.

Janaye Prieve says part of 2nd Street West will be closed as there will be a business fair set up there. She says people will be encouraged to visit businesses throughout downtown Litchfield with the Pumpkin on a Shelf promotion.

Prieve says you can go to litch.com, litchfieldmn.com, Facebook or Instagram to find more details or call the Chamber at 693-8184.

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