Curls and Crayons  by Sue Orsen.  "Once upon a time, in a land inhabited by little people in little villages and large countryside, there was a little girl with long curls and large box of color crayons … The little girl is the editor's daughter … Click on Feature for more.
Victoria's Nude Beach by Mike Wartman, former resident of Victoria.  "Krueger's Lake was a skinny dipping lake.  Yup!  You had to be naked to swim in this lake …"
From the Lions Den by Ed Hjermstad, President, Victoria Lions. Recipients of the prestigious Melvin Jones Award are Wilfy Plocher, Dave Williams, and Don Dyer.  New club president is Steve Kraus.  Tony Kerber will be 90 years old on June 13th  …"
Wonderful Young People by Pastor Frank Jones, Lake Auburn Moravian Church.  Applicants on the Victoria Chamber's scholarship list gave evidence of academic excellence, involvement in church and family, school activities, jobs, and relationships with people …"
One Biker's Perspective by Thom Derr, Rough Rider.  "I seem to have somewhat of a canine view of burying tuff.  In other words, I put it in there with the idea that sooner or later I'm going to eat it.  The Harley Babe, on the other hand, buries stuff with more of a feline attitude …"
Rural Life Sunday for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis will be held at the Clarence and Dorothy Kelzer farm on the southern edge of Victoria on Sunday, June 23rd, beginning with a 10:45 a.m. Mass celebrated by Archbishop Harry Flynn …"
Is There A Place for Orphans?  By Pastor Arnold Lemke, Faith Lutheran Church.  "What works best for a particular child is not always that easy to determine, no matter what experts or editorialists say …"
The Green Poultice by Jim Larkin, amicus et editoris.  "You know the saying that 'love of money is the root of all evil, but poor people can love it too.  Some people resent anyone else who has more than they do."
Like a Rolling Stone by Tom Stumpf, Cowboy Correspondent.  "They say that passing kidney stones is similar pain to giving birth …"
Senior Citizens Corner by Ethel Ausink, Senior Citizens Reporter.  "Recently I attended a Bill Gaither Homecoming Concert at Target Center.  Bill and Gloria Gaither never set out to have careers in music …"
Augie Schmidt, R.I.P. by Tom Abts, Deer Run Golf Pro.  "One of the most beloved characters at Deer Run died a few weeks ago.  All of us who knew and loved him are still grieving …"
A Homecoming by Pastor Ken Kotzer, Mount Olivet Church West.  "I know you have to live in a town at least 20 years to lose your status as a newcomer.  It's the nature of people who are proud of their community.  But Victoria is like a homecoming to me …"
The Chaska Ghost-Out by Kyra Schindler, student friend of the Gazette.  "Certain students had been asked to have their faces painted white that day to symbolize  Minnesotans who die every year from alcohol or drug related accidents …"
The Right Direction by Pastor Thomas Braun, Christ Victorious Lutheran Church.  "It's one thing to be charged.  It is quite another to be headed in the right direction …"
At Your Disposal by Tom Gray, Victoria Building Official.  "The kitchen garbage disposal and a college freshman have a lot in common.  They will eat anything.  Each requires a lot of liquid to work properly.  Failure to treat properly could plug up the system …"
Heroes of History by Carol Vadnais, resident of Victoria.  "In the old historic district of Philadelphia we visited we visited the original home of Betsy Ross, which was a highlight for our daughter Elise …"
Hook, Line & Sinker by Sue Orsen.  "Many people found the fishhook hidden in the wedding cake in the Chaska Bakery ad last month, but only one person could win the ten-dollar drawing …"
If We Can Make It Here by Janie Jasin, Motivational Speaker.  "It is a true blessing to be a professional speaker and 'out there' in the world … The highlights always come from the surprises …"
Ten Years Ago the Gazette featured Father Landelin Robling celebrating 40 years a priest.  He grew up on a dairy farm on the south shore of Lake Zumbra and became a Benedictine in 1945 …"
Sketches from Sara by Sara Hanlon, Mill House Gallery.  "It may take a little time, but originals, if kept in good condition, will always increase in value if for no other reason, they become antique …"
The Sheriff's Shingle by Carver County Sheriff Bud Olson.  "June 1st, 2002, marks the end date of responding to vehicle lockouts in Carver County.  I feel this service is best left to the professional locksmiths and towing services …"
At Diethelm Park.  Paul and Liz Diethelm of Mahtomedi, Minnesota, donated a maple tree that was planted at Diethelm Park in Victoria in honor of Dan Diethelm, youngest brother of the clan who died March 17th, 2002."