When Stephanie Teresa, right, met her father Allan Block, center, for the first time July 13, 2025 at Block’s home near Rush Lake, the two spent hours getting to know one another. “I saw this other part of me in him,” said Teresa about the reunion. Curtis Block, left, also Allan Block’s son, is Teresa’s half brother and was the first Block family member to meet Teresa in person. Reporter & Farmer | ss

When Stephanie Teresa, right, met her father Allan Block, center, for the first time July 13, 2025 at Block’s home near Rush Lake, the two spent hours getting to know one another. “I saw this other part of me in him,” said Teresa about the reunion. Curtis Block, left, also Allan Block’s son, is Teresa’s half brother and was the first Block family member to meet Teresa in person. Reporter & Farmer | ss

DNA test connects woman to long-lost Day County family

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The Roslyn Pickle passes out miniature American flags to festival goers June 20 during Vinegar Days. Reporter & Farmer | Timothy Gibson

The Roslyn Pickle passes out miniature American flags to festival goers June 20 during Vinegar Days. Reporter & Farmer | Timothy Gibson

Relishing the moment

Hundreds of locals and visitors gathered around Roslyn’s International Vinegar Museum for the annual Vinegar Festival June 20.Attendees sampled vinegar, supported local crafters, enjoyed live music and watched a parade featuring more than 35 vehicles and over 100 participants.
VFW Post 4690 officals and staff all agreed they enjoy serving their members and auxiliary members but also welcome the public and would love to see new faces at the bar. Pictured from left to right: Dan Kroll, Beth Mirlo, Barb Gronke, Perry Fischer, Megan Torrence and Blake Torrence. Additional staff not pictured: Greg Rydberg, Jeff Bauer, Tanner Christianson, Renae Howe, Kristen Marko, Cindy Hanson, Jodi Pearson and Brooke Vogl.

VFW Post 4690 officals and staff all agreed they enjoy serving their members and auxiliary members but also welcome the public and would love to see new faces at the bar. Pictured from left to right: Dan Kroll, Beth Mirlo, Barb Gronke, Perry Fischer, Megan Torrence and Blake Torrence. Additional staff not pictured: Greg Rydberg, Jeff Bauer, Tanner Christianson, Renae Howe, Kristen Marko, Cindy Hanson, Jodi Pearson and Brooke Vogl.

More than a bar: VFW Post 4690 brings a community together

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