Members of the Elysian Legion Auxiliary, left to right: Brenda Domonoske, Julaine Jacobson, Sharon Brandt, Diane Munson and Kelli Milbrandt, entertained veterans at Traditions in Waterville.

Thu, 07/03/2025 - 4:00pm

Elysian Auxiliary celebrates the 4th of July at Traditions in Waterville

In the spirit of togetherness and celebration, the Auxiliary of Elysian reached out to wish Traditions residents, their families and friends a happy Independence Day at their annual picnic and Unit...

Former Morristown man Brian Neudecker died in an ATV accident last week in Alaska, where he and his family moved last month. He is pictured above with his daughter, Brileigh and wife Rachael.

Thu, 07/03/2025 - 3:00pm

Former Morristown man killed in accident in Alaska

An accident last week in Alaska has claimed the life of a former Morristown resident. According to an Alaska Railroad press release, Brian Neudecker, 45, of Talkeetna, Alaska, was operating an ATV...

Robert Petrasek has been named the new Waterville Chief of Police. (Jay Schneider photo)

Thu, 07/03/2025 - 2:27pm

Waterville new police chief not new to community

For nearly a decade, Robert Petrasek has served the City of Waterville as a police officer. Three months ago his position was elevated to the Waterville Chief of the Police, after serving as the...

Thu, 07/03/2025 - 2:22pm

Elysian 4th of July Celebration set for this weekend

Five days of events are included in this year’s Elysian 4th of July Celebration. The event began Wednesday, July 2 with the Miss Elysian, Junior Miss, and Princess of the Lakes Pageant. Candidates...

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Griffin Atherton and Kylie Pittmann were crowned Waterville-Elysian-Morristown High School's 2020 Homecoming King and Queen during a small afternoon coronation in the school gym on Oct. 21. Lisa Ingebrand Photo

WEM crowns 2020 Homecoming King & Queen

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WEM High School's 2020 Homecoming King and Queen are Griffin Atherton and Kylie Pittmann. The pair was crowned during a small ceremony in the high school gym Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 21, with only parents attending. Atherton is the son of Chad and Rhea Atherton. Pittmann is the daughter of Kristie...

Public Notices - LifeEnterprise 10-22-20

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Elysian Auto donated WEM Strong banners and hearts, which are displayed in Waterville and Morristown, along with hearts including uplifting messages and designs. (Jay Schneider photo)

WEM Strong Heart Wall provides positivity and strength during uncertain times

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During this time of uncertainty, little things mean a lot. Whether it be a pat on the back, a thank you, or just a note to say have a good day, kids need positives in their lives. Sue Morsching, who owns Elysian Auto with her husband Carl, saw a display of kindness in the Twin Cities. Morsching saw...

Public Notices - LifeEnterprise 10-15-20

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John Gordon Hendrickson, 86

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John Gordon Hendrickson, age 86, of Waterville, died on Tuesday evening, October 6, 2020 at his home. Born on October 30, 1933 in Minneapolis to Edwin and Marie (Lebeck) Hendrickson. He attended Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis, graduating with the class of 1952. Growing up, John worked...

Helen Marie Hrdlicka, 85

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Helen Marie Hrdlicka, age 85, died on Friday, October 9, 2020, at Whispering Creek in Janesville. Helen was born August 17, 1935, in Blue Earth County, she was the daughter of Leslie and Marie (Doss) Lueck. She graduated from Mankato High School in 1953 and later married Chester “Chet” Hrdlicka...

Virginia M. (Ginny) Lindquist, 92

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Virginia M. (Ginny) Lindquist, age 92 of Waterville, formerly of Blooming Prairie, passed away peacefully Monday, October 5, 2020 at her lake home in Waterville. Virginia Mae Motle was born June 1, 1928 to William J. and Viola Mae (Gummow) Motle in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. She grew up in...

Updated guidance from Department of Education

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Spectators at Activities, Athletics, Clubs, Youth Sports and School Events Sporting events are high risk for COVID-19 transmission, and are further high risk for activities that promote airborne particles of COVID-19. The following applies to all indoor sports, concerts, plays, competitions,...

Dr. Clark Francis Seha, 83

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Funeral service for Dr. Clark Francis Seha was held July 27, 2020 at the Stiftskirche, in Bielefeld Germany. Dr. Seha died on July 11, in Bielefeld where he served as Pastor of the Bodelschwingh congregation and the Dietrich-Bonhoeffer community. Clark was born July 14, 1937, the son of Clarence...

Torchlight Parade is cancelled

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In an announcement Tuesday on the Montgomery Torchlight Parade and Firework's social media page, organizers stated the Holidazzle-like event will be canceled in 2020. They said it is due to "the pandemic restrictions by our state government." "We would like to thank everyone for your support of...