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The Amery Turkey Trot 5K will return this holiday season, organized by Brightside Running. In its second year, the trot will feature participants running or walking at their own pace. It will take place on Thursday, Nov. 27, starting at 8 a.m. Last year, the group had a decent turnout for their inaugural event, but they hope to attract more
runners on Thanksgiving. It is a community event that encourages people of all ages to stay active and celebrate together during the holiday. A Turkey Trot is held in several large urban centers, attracting runners from all over to participate in the race on the morning of the holiday. This has become an annual tradition for some families and even gives people an excuse to eat more turkey.
The course will be an out-and-back setup on the Stower Seven Lakes Trail. The trail is a flat gravel path with plenty of space for multiple people to run side by side. While people can do that, it is encouraged to follow good running etiquette by moving to the right when SEPTEMBER 33, 2222 passing. Dogs will not be allowedTHURSDAY, on VOL. 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 the trail during the event. Although the organizers will have volunteers at
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VOL. 131 NO. 19 www.moraminn.com $1.00 Amery’s new comprehensive plan is now underway, several projects in the city are nearing completion, and city staff promotes a couple of reading initiatives. MSA shared the list of projects they have with the City of Amery. Updates were provided on most of them, with many nearing completion. Some projects are progressing with developing homes, while others are waiting to finish the back-end work. The nine months of collaboration between the city and residents has finally ended. The Comprehensive Plan was approved based on the recommendation of the planning commission. Now, this living document will guide the city's priorities for projects that residents contributed to. Department heads helped with the Amery School District’s first Enchanted Forest. Despite the chilly weather, many families stopped by to listen to community members read to children. The library also handed out 280 books earlier that day during their trick-or-treat event.
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Runners will meet at Soo Line Park.
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A new spin on an annual tradition will still have people out and about shopping locally but will not have Scrip Money as a prize.
Community Club puts new spin on annual tradition
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Since beginning in 2002, Amery has operated a punch card program to encourage people to shop
at small local businesses. After 23 years, the Community Club will step away from the punch cards this year to introduce something new for residents. It will be called the Amery Holly Jolly Local Loot
MSA PROJECT UPDATES MSA provided updates on several projects around town. The first project mentioned was the Hillcrest Drive sidewalk design. Currently, they are waiting for real estate acquisition before finalizing the design. The design scoping report and transportation management plan related to the project have
event and will continue to promote local shopping, but without punch cards. Although the punch cards will not be available this year, the SEE LOOT, PAGE 2
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