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In the introductory meeting of Xcelerate Staples on Aug. 16, people who have used the program gave testimonials on how it not only improves workplace conditions, but how it improves the overall lifestyle. The GiANT Worldwide program is being offered in Staples under the name Xcelerate Staples, open...
On Sept. 7, 1813, the United States gets its nickname, Uncle Sam. The name is linked to Samuel Wilson, a meat packer from Troy, New York, who supplied barrels of beef to the United States Army during the War of 1812.Wilson (1766-1854) stamped the barrels with “U.S.” for United States, but soldiers...
Prior to beginning her freshman year of college, Jenessa Iverson of Staples decided to spend 10 months in Germany. Those months proved to be “some of the best of my life,” she shared on Facebook recently.
It was a time of self-discovery, of learning a new language and culture, of developing her...
Staples-Motley Elementary School students sprinted off their bus as they arrived for the first day of school on Sept. 5. (Staples World photo by Mark Anderson)
The Wadena County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a Non-Compliant Level 3 Predatory Offender. The offender, Timothy George Bungert, age 35, was last registered as living at Becker Ave South in the City of Sebeka.
Bungert is said to be approximately 6’0” tall, 214 pounds,...
The teen years are a time of rapid growth, exploration and risk taking. Taking risks provides young people the opportunity to test their skills and abilities and discover who they are. But, some risks—such as smoking, using drugs, drinking and driving and having unprotected sex—can have harmful and...
The pickleball action is heating up at the Staples Community Center, as every Tuesday and Thursday players gather for informal games. Players usually switch partners every game to keep the match-ups interesting. Anyone interested in learning the game is invited to join the group for fun competition...
Every day in America, too many children ride in car seats that have been installed incorrectly, or are riding in the wrong car seats for their ages and sizes. Even worse, many other children ride while completely unbuckled. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway...
When Staples-Motley Elementary School students walked into the hallway, they were greeted by a display wall decorated with welcome back messages from all the staff members. The display was set up by a parent of one of the students. Pictured from left, second grader River Munger, first grader Josiah...
Abbott and Costello?
Brothers Lee (left) and Gary Paskewitz of Browerville had the crowd laughing at the Little Red Caboose Variety Show in Staples, during their performance of ‘Who’s on First,’ a comedy routine made famous by Abbott and Costello. (Staples World photos by Dawn Timbs)
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