More GREAT news for the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department. An announcement on their Facebook page indicates, Owatonna Parks and Recreation is thrilled to be one of the 100 projects that are the cornerstone of 100 Hometowns, an initiative to celebrate Lowe s centennial.
Out of more than 2,200 submissions from across the country, Owatonna Parks and Rec were selected to replace the slides, jungle gym, and swing set at Lake Kohlmier, Owatonna s oldest play area. The new playground is an inclusive, ADA-accessible structure that includes sensory, shade and interactive features.
It was just a few days ago that Owatonna Parks and Recreation celebrated the grand opening of the We All Play inclusive project at Manthey Park, which includes a Miracle Field. That $1.2 million project was a privately funded project with just a faction of the total yet to secure. Find out more or make a donation through weallplayowatonna.com.
More GREAT news for the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department. An announcement on their Facebook page indicates, Owatonna Parks and Recreation is thrilled to be one of the 100 projects that are the cornerstone of 100 Hometowns, an initiative to celebrate Lowe s centennial.
Out of more than 2,200 submissions from across the country, Owatonna Parks and Rec were selected to replace the slides, jungle gym, and swing set at Lake Kohlmier, Owatonna s oldest play area. The new playground is an inclusive, ADA-accessible structure that includes sensory, shade and interactive features.
It was just a few days ago that Owatonna Parks and Recreation celebrated the grand opening of the We All Play inclusive project at Manthey Park, which includes a Miracle Field. That $1.2 million project was a privately funded project with just a faction of the total yet to secure. Find out more or make a donation through weallplayowatonna.com.
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Fred Charles Austin 1926â2020 NorthfieldâWhat a gift it is to be able to look back on one s life of 94 years and say a life well lived . Fred Charles Austin was born to Fred Eli and Mary (Green) Austin, in Owatonna, MN on April 19, 1926 and passed away on December 21, 2020 at his home in Northfield, MN. The oldest of two children, he was joined by his sister, Marjorie Jane. He graduated from Owatonna High School in 1944. In high school, he was known for his athletic prowess, especially in baseball. With World War II in progress, Fred served in the Air Corps of the US Army from 1944-46. Upon his return he attended Mankato State College to play baseball but finished his schooling at the University of MN in 1949 with a degree in business. He married the love of his life, Joyce Elsey, on September 25, 1948. After losing his beloved mother to cancer in 1949, he and Joyce returned to Owatonna to help raise his younger sister and work in the family business. He began his career a
Owatonna Parks & Rec Ready for Snow & Ice
Fifty degrees in December. Dry roads and sidewalks. Many people I know have enjoyed the unseasonal weather. But at the same time, I m hearing grumblings from folks who have flooded outdoor rinks or enjoy skiing. This is (nearly) winter in Minnesota. There are many people looking forward to winter activities. Plus Santa is likely to deliver skates, snowshoes, and sleds under the tree in a few days. Not to mention snow removal companies and others that depend on winter s arrival.
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Tim Truelson, Recreation Manager for Owatonna Parks and Recreation, says in a blog post that the department is ready for winter to arrive. With COVID numbers still affecting day-to-day life, he states, now more than ever might be a great time to partake in some winter outdoor activities.Ice skating, cross country skiing, fat-tire bike trail riding, sledding at West Hills or a stroll down our beautiful trail system are al