It was a wild and crazy night on Friday, January 19^th, when The Fun Pianos – Traveling Dueling Pianos rolled into town. Over 130 people attended the event at the Hall sponsored by the Rutland Community Club. The performers got the crowd involved and played many favorites submitted by those attending. The party, originally scheduled for two hours, rolled into three fun-filled, loud, and rowdy hours. Many of the party goers headed over to finish the night at The Lariat Bar.

Katie McLaen reported that she is Grandma – again – with the birth of Millie Eve LaCroix on Thursday, January 18^th. Millie entered the world at 2:05 a.m. in Fargo weighing 7 lbs., 6 oz., and 19 inches long. Millie, named after “Millie” McLaen and Katherine “Eve” McLaen, joins older sister Charlotte. Proud parents are Catie and Cody LaCroix. Congratulations to the parents and grandparents on the new bundle of joy.

The Rutland City Council will hold its next meeting on Monday, January 29, starting at 5 p.m. in City Hall. The meeting is always open to the public and the agenda can be viewed on the City’s website. Be sure to check that out. Come attend the meeting to see what’s happening in town and what issues the Council is facing. If you are interested, be sure to grab the Petition for Nomination to run for a position on the City Council or Park Board. The positions of Mayor, two City Council Members, and three Park Board positions will be on the June ballot. Election petitions can be circulated and are due to the City Auditor by 4 p.m. on April 8, 2024.

The Rutland Vitalant Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, January 30^th, at Rutland City Hall starting at 2:45 p.m. If you haven’t already been called and are willing to donate, you can register online at Vitalant or just drop by the Hall before 6 p.m. to make your donation.

The teams are registering for the annual Anderson Pinochle tournament scheduled for Saturday, February 3, at the Rutland Hall. Sonja Christensen is organizing the event, and the Rutland Community Club will be serving the noon meal. Game time starts promptly at 9 a.m. If you are not yet registered, be sure to give Sonja a call at 701-642-6793. The cost is $40 per couple. The tournament is always a fun time and the teams are very competitive.

There is always something happening in Rutland. Remember to mark Friday, March 1, on your calendar for the annual Rutland Sportsmans Club Fish Fry that will be held that evening. Watch for information in the Teller.