Hometown Highlights - Saint Francis MN and Surrounding Communities

Hometown Highlights Episode 24 Pioneer Days Memories

Co-Host Tim Holen talks about 50 years of Pioneer Days

Hometown Highlights Episode 23 Pioneer Days Part 2

All about Pioneer Days Part 2. To listen to Part 1, go to Episode 22. A lot of great information all about Pioneer Days!

Hometown Highlights episode 22 Pioneer Days 2026 Part 1

We’re just 24 days away from the 2026 Pioneer Days!Special guest Sammie Olson joins Michelle to walk through all the exciting events and activities planned for this year’s celebration. From can’t-miss highlights to the full schedule of events, this episode is your go-to guide for everything happening at the 2026 Pioneer Days!

Hometown Highlights episode 21

* Episode 21 of the podcast was recorded after nearly a month hiatus * The podcast has reached 1,040 all-time downloads with 216 listeners in November being the peak month * Michelle returned from a vacation to Captiva Island and Disney's Epcot in Florida * A school board meeting is scheduled regarding unresolved teacher contract negotiations with potential strike implications * Pioneer Days planning is in full swing with vendors, food, entertainment, and fireworks all confirmed * The softball tournament has been replaced by a volleyball tournament this year * Spring recycling days are scheduled for April 25th in both Oak Grove and St. Francis * Michelle's mother moved into Vista Prairie, which has removed all seed oils from their kitchen * The deadline for Pioneer Days sponsors to be included in the history book is this week

Hometown Highlights Episode 20

For more info on the St. Francis Middle School Career Exploration Conference email joseph.bruhjell@isd15.org [joseph.bruhjell@isd15.org] or call Nick at 763-213-8502