Two of Goodhue County’s dairy ambassadors, Emma Eggenberger and Evy Scheffler, hand out dairy treats during the June appreciation event held at First Farmers and Merchants Bank. Also on the menu were grilled hot dogs and brats, chips, and cookies served by bank employees on June 8th.
A few parking spots were blocked off on Broadway in front of J-Hill Promotions on June 8th so customers could sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather and a musical duo from Iowa. The open house included lunch and discounts on merchandise.
The 46 Graduating Seniors gathered outside the school just before the 110th annual commencement ceremony on June 2, 2023.
Speaking for the class were Kade Altendorf and Jada Scheele.
This banner, an orange couch and colored umbrellas in the lobby outside the gymnasium, helped create the "Friends" TV series setting that was used as the theme for the evening.
While fans recognize this display from the TV show "Friends", others may have thought they were just prepared for the showers that threatened the Seniors car parade that followed the official graduation ceremony.
Following a tradition that started due to Covid in 2020, the graduating Seniors participated in a car parade around Goodhue. Many of the escort vehicles were unique and included a fire truck, convertible, and a snowmobile strapped to the bed of a pickup. Banners identified the students and most were accompanied by family members including Roger Benrud driving with son, Calvin Benrud in a classic pickup.
Students attending the All-Night Graduation Party received gifts and earned tickets for the larger prize drawings. Gifts and prizes were the result of money or direct donations from local businesses and individuals.
The All-Night Graduation Party, which is put on for the Seniors by parents of Goodhue High School Juniors, entertained the kids with games such as Spoons, Chess and Jenga.
The All-Night Graduation Party, which is put on for the Seniors by parents of Goodhue High School Juniors, entertained the kids with games such as Spoons, Chess and Jenga.
Volksfest activities kicked off on Friday, June 9th with the Miss Goodhue pageant. Candidates recently finished their Junior year of high school and were (L-R) Ava Gadient, Jessica Hinsch, Abigail Jablonski, Jordyn Lantis, Ellie Peterson, Olivia Ryan ad Chloe Sorenson.
Chosen to represent Goodhue in 2023 were (L-R) Abigail Jablonski, princess; Olivia Ryan, Miss Congeniality; Ellie Peterson, Miss Goodhue; and Jordyn Lantis, princess.
A much surprised Wayne and Brenda Gadient were crowned Volksfest King and Queen during the Miss Goodhue pageant. The evening ended with a street dance downtown with KC/DC, an AC/DC tribute band headlining.
Saturday June 10th was a full day of festivities in Goodhue. Early morning events included the Udder Run/Walk, road rally, craft and vendor show and kids activities downtown. St. Peter's Church hosted a car show with 25 vehicles.
This piece was created by Pat Stemmann and quilted by Heidi Roberson. The pattern is called "One Block Wonder" but the outer area is created using 695 triangles cut from 6 identical panels.
Local quilting groups filled every pew and alter space of St. Peter's Church with their beautiful creations while a burrito breakfast was served downstairs.
Saturday Volksfest activities included Bingo, bean bags and sport events. Kids had the chance to show their strength at the pedal pull but the lawnmower pull was on a completely different level.
The Volksfest committee sponsored the Gopher State Garden Tractor Pulling competition which ran down Third Street Saturday afternoon, June 10th. Participants from Goodhue, Owatonna, Stillwater, Ellsworth and other places blew black smoke and burned tires on the street--much to the delight of the spectators.
Tyler Stehr entertained Volksfest visitors on the Corner Bar patio Saturday afternoon.
Bright lights shown over a huge crowd during the Granger Smith show. The country music national recording artist wrapped up an evening that also included local talent, Bryan Anderson, Lost Highway and an impressive fireworks display.
A highly modified vehicle carries members of the Goodhue Jaycees. The parade is a victory lap of sorts for the club who is a major sponsor and driving force behind the annual town festival.
Representatives of St. John's Lutheran School walk the parade route on Sunday, June 11th. Other Sunday events included a community worship service, Dad's Belgian waffles breakfast, a water fight put on by the fire department, and Bryan Anderson performing at the Corner Bar.
