Jason Kluver gets married!

On Saturday 28 August 2010, Jason and Lori Kluver were united in marriage at Calvary Lutheran Church in Alexandria, witnessed by the two most important people in their lives, son, Aidan and daughter, Savannah. A reception followed at the Broadway Ballroom.  The couple are also settled into their brand new home near Garfield.  Congratulations, Jason and Lori!

Welcome, Jay Harley Thompson!

On 12 August 2010, Stef (Lenz) Thompson gave birth to her second child, son, Jay Harley, in Chicago, Illinois. Jay weighed 8lbs. 7oz. and measured 21.25" long.

Stef, Joe, big sister, Maddie, and Jay are home in Chicago where Maddie is being a HUGE help to both her new baby brother and her parents. Please join me in congratulating Stef and her family on this amazing event!

Welcome, Riley James Schoenecker!

On 31 August 2010, Jenny Zuel gave birth to her second son, Riley James, in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Riley weighed 8lbs. 9z. and measured 20.5" long.

Jenny, her fiancee, Chad Schoenecker, big brother Austin, and Riley are home in Cold Spring and enjoying their blessed little family. Please join me in congratulating Jenny and her family on this wonderful event!

Sabrina (Skillings) Hertel and Derrick Anderson get married!

After a nearly nine-year courtship, on 30 June 2010, Sabrina (Skillings) Hertel and Derrick Anderson were married in a very private ceremony, surrounded by their three children and a small gathering of close personal friends and family, in Alexandria.  Congratulations, Sabrina and Derrick!

Support Ethan Rittmiller

Lori (Lotthammer) Wallin and her husband, Carl, are organizing a 5K fun run and walk for their nephew, Ethan Rittmiller, who is in need of a new heart. Ethan was diagnosed with restrictive cardiomyopathy in March 2010. In late April, Ethan was selected as a heart transplant candidate. He is on the Mayo Clinic's donor list and could be the recipient any day a heart becomes available.

Event highlights:
Date: Saturday 25 September 3010
Location: Sucker Lake Park, 4520 Rice Street, Vadnais Heights, MN
Time: 8:00am start (rain or shine)
Prizes will be awarded for the top three in each category (men, women, youth under 14)
Refreshments will be served post-race
Questions? Please contact: newheart4ethan@gmail.com

Registration:
Race Day Registration will be held from 7:00-7:45am
Cost: $25
Or, register online: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/cota_events

If you're unable to race but would like to help with funding Ethan's medical bills, please visit: http://www.cotaforethanr.com/

Welcome, Isabella Rose Clitty!

On 11 September 2010, Jeremy Clitty's wife, Erica, gave birth to their third child, daughter, Isabella Rose, in Alexandria, Minnesota. Isabella weighed 7lbs. 10z. and measured 21.5" long.

Jeremy, Erica, big brother Austin, big sister Hailey, and Isabella are home in Kensignton, Minnesota. Please join me in congratulating Jeremy and his family on this wonderful event!

Welcome, Josie Francine Betterman!

On 30 July 2010, Angie (Kalina) Betterman, gave birth to her second daughter, Josie Francine, in Alexandria, Minnesota. Josie weighed 10lbs. 6z. and measured 21" long.

Angie, Robbie, big sister Ellie, and Josie are home in Alexandria where Ellie currently LOVES the title of "big sister!". Please join me in congratulating Angie and her family on this amazing event!