NPR's David Welna Comes Home
The Waseca County Historical Society's Spring Luncheon Series continues on April 25 with lunch and a talk with David Welna, National Public Radio's Congressional Correspondent. Welna is a native Wasecan, graduating from Waseca High School, and then graduating magna cum laude from Carlton College in Northfield. . . . Keep reading
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You Found What? A Special WCHS Museum Night Event
The Waseca County Historical Society is inviting members and the public on Tuesday, April 30, 6-8 p.m. for a free museum night event with Mankato State University Associate Professor of Anthropology, Ronald Schirmer. He will speak about archaeological finds in the Waseca County area. . . . Keep reading
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County Museum's Annual Spring Luncheon-Lecture Series: Waseca County Boys (and a Girl) Come Home
The Waseca County Historical Society is presenting four speakers this year in its annual Spring luncheon-lecture series with the theme, "Waseca County Boys (and a Girl) Come Home." The speakers are Newell Searle, David Welna, Rachael Hager Hanel, and Larry Hofmann. It just happened that Co-Executive Director and Program Coordinator, Joan Mooney, happened onto the common bond of these successful people - they all grew up in Waseca County. . . . Keep reading
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Tracing the history of the Waseca Prince Popcorn Wagon: A Timeline, with memories
Chuck Lucas
People who lived in or grew up in Waseca from the early 1910s through 1971 are certain to remember the popcorn wagon that was parked uptown either alongside Didra's Drug Store (the early years) or alongside the Rendezvous Cafe (the later years). Unfortunately, the popcorn wagon was lost to Waseca. It was sold and left Waseca in 1973, was restored by some dedicated retirees in Mason City, Iowa, and is now located in the Meredith Willson Music Man Square, Mason City, Iowa. I'd like to have your memories of the popcorn wagon, and your photos. This is a work in progress. . . . Keep reading
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Twin City Shape-Note Singers to present "A Singing" at the Waseca County Historical Society Museum
The Twin City Shape-Note Singers will present "A Singing" at the Waseca County Historical Society Museum, Saturday, April 21, 2012, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. The Museum is located at 315 2nd Avenue N.E., Waseca, MN. The Twin City Shape-Note Singers have existed as a group for over 25 years, striving to keep alive this 200-year old form of singing. They schedule "singings" for both experienced and the novice singers, at which the singing may be led in either the Denson or Cooper version of The Sacred Harp, a book of music first published in 1844, and continuously in print ever since. . . . Keep reading
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Waseca Bluejays Basketball Alumni Day
Todd Dufault, Waseca High School's new basketball coach invites Bluejay basketball alumni 'who are in a position to play' to participate in alumni games on the afternoon of Friday, November 25. Following the games there will be a reception open to all former Bluejay basketball players. To cap off the day, the current 2011-12 Waseca Bluejays will take the court in the evening in the first annual Blue/Gold game. . . . Keep reading
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2011 Inductees to the Waseca High School Athletic Hall of Fame
The Waseca High School Athletic Hall of Fame has announced six new members to be inducted in 2011, giving the Hall 40 members since it's beginning in 2005. This year's inductees are Archie Johnson (1959), Jim Howard (1958), Andy (Hambone) Papke (1947), Doug Tramp (1987), Jon Summer (1993) and Gary Meurer (coach). . . . Keep reading
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Andy 'Hambone' Papke, 2011 WHS Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee
Andy Papke graduated from Waseca Central High School in 1947 and from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1951. He was one of several athletes who enlisted in the service during World War ll and returned to complete his education after the hostilities ceased. Before entering the Navy, he distinguished himself in athletics, particularly in basketball and football. Hambone Papke was one of the greatest athletes to ever play for Waseca Central. . . . Keep reading
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Archie Johnson, 2011 WHS Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee
Archie Johnson graduated from Waseca High School in 1959. He was an outstanding athlete at Waseca Central in the late 50's, dedicated to his sport and a great team leader. Archie earned three letters each in track and basketball. In basketball, he was one of only a few to make a big impact as a sophomore. . . . Keep reading
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Jim Howard, 2011 WHS Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee
Jim Howard exemplifies what one looks for in a nominee and inductee for the Waseca High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Jim was not only an exceptional athlete who achieved eight letters in three sports, he also excelled in the classroom. He had the ability, desire, and work ethic to reach his high school goals. Jim was well liked and well respected by his teachers, classmates, coaches and teammates at Waseca Central. He graduated from Waseca High School in 1958 as one of Central's all-around athletes playing in three sports, lettering twice in football, twice in basketball and four times in baseball. . . . Keep reading
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Sacred Heart School celebrates beginning of 125th year
Bishop Quinn will be at Sacred Heart on Wednesday, August 31 at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate Mass and the start of the 125th school year. All are invited and welcome to join this event. The school will host an Open House and Ice Cream Social following the Mass. Photos of past graduating classes will be displayed in the school gym. They hope to see many parish members and alumni. . . . Keep reading
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