Ryan Rausch may be getting a start on his bucket list. The 31-year old New Hampton native hopes to compete for a spot in the RE/MAX World Long Drive Championships to be held in Mesquite, Nev., and he’s already taken the first step.
The problems that plagued the Chickasaw baseball team through the year ended the season in the district final. New Hampton lost 4-1 to NEIC champion Decorah on Monday, even though they out hit the Vikings.
The third time was a charm for Garrett Hogeland. The Chickasaw senior's two-hitter against Crestwood last Friday moved New Hampton to the final round of district action, 4-0 over the Cadets.
Father Carl Schmitt has seen a lot of changes come to the church since he was first ordained in 1961, and next month, he will head into retirement feeling very blessed.