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How Easy It Is To Forget

As most of you know, this year marks the 100th anniversary of Memorial Auditorium. In honor of Veteran’s Day, I’m including some history of the Auditorium as well as the Veterans for whom the building was originally constructed to memorialize; the brave young men of Sumner County who fought in the Great War, World War I.

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Toys and Tots

Last weekend, the 31st annual Sumner County Toy Run joined forces with Operation Holiday to begin collecting Christmas gifts to distribute to Sumner County families in need. The Toy Run started in Belle Plaine and as Santa led 112 motorcycles into Wellington his helpers brought piles of toys to the American Legion.

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Mike’s

Named one of the “Top 10 Cooks in America” by Food Network’s “All Star Academy”, Mike’s old-fashioned comfort foods and distinctive recipes speak to his authentic enthusiasm and love for culinary adventure. Bacon Fat Tortillas: Ingredients: 3 c flour 1 ½ tsp salt 1/4 c bacon fat 1 tsp baking powder 1 c warm water These tortillas use bacon fat for that extra delicious flavor! A little butter and honey or a sprinkle of chicken bouillon and you have the perfect snack! Mix everything together by hand in a bowl or use a mixer with a dough hook to make it easier.

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Downtown Treats

Goblins and ghouls, princesses and dragons flooded Wellington’s historic downtown for the annual “Trick or Treat Down the Street” community Halloween celebration. Hundreds of costumed revelers made their way through the downtown business district collecting goodies provided by local business owners.

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Biking for Peace in Wellington

After losing her brother in the Vietnam War in 1970, Lynn Salvo set out on a mission to spread peace and raise awareness about the effects of war through her passion for cycling. The by-product of her mission has resulted in 3 Guinness World Records, with the hope of setting a 4th.

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NATIONAL NOVEL WRITING MONTH

Every November, the Wellington Public Library celebrates National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). November is also designated as National Life Writing Month and Family Stories Month. Combine these concepts together and everyone has a story to tell.

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