To infinity and beyond...

By Jeff Hage (Contact) | The Daily Journal

Published Saturday, May 31, 2008

When Karen Nyberg launches into space aboad the space shuttle today the Vining native will be joined by a special guest. Buzz Lightyear, Pixar charater from the Disney movie “Toy Story” will be on the shuttle mission. A 12-inch-tall Buzz Lightyear action figure will be carried aboard the shuttle as part of the partnership to encourage students to pursue studies in science, technology and mathematics, one of NASA's main educational goals. "We are thrilled that Buzz's lifelong dream of space travel finally will come true thanks to NASA," said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts...

So what do you feed a Chinese delegation when it comes to Fergus Falls? Judging from the menu from the Bigwood Event Center banquet, you mix together foods from different cultures. Here’s the menu as printed in the banquet program: Indian harvest blend rice, stir fry vegetables, spring green salad, dinner role, green tea and coffee, and apple pie ala mode. The entree carried our favorite description: 8 oz. tender cut of roast beef in mouth watering sauces...

In January we wrote about Chris Welle and the launch of his outdoor photography business, Four Feathers Photography. Welle has received word that the National Eagle Center in Wabasha will publish two of his photos in its 2009 calendar. There were 187 photos from 57 photographers entered in a competition for the calendar. Welle’s work can be seen at the Coffee Cabin in Fergus Falls...

Jiying Valentine of Fergus Falls will be traveling to China on June 11 to deliver supplies to Gansu’s Longnan region, an area that was severely damaged by the earthquake. Valentine plans on providing the village with a tent for shelter, food, water and school supplies. Donations for supplies can be sent to Bethel Church China Fund at 702 W Alcott Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537...

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Minnesota is sponsoring “Destination Joy: Granting Wishes One Mile at a Time,” a statewide outreach tour in June to increase volunteers, donors and referrals, and to promote awareness and education about the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

The Destination Joy recreational vehicle will tour the state beginning June 6 and stop at various summer events and festivals, including June 14 in Fergus Falls during the city’s Summer Fest.

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