Pelican Rapids woman always up for a new adventure After a successful fishing adventure in Alaska, Iris was able to can 100 pints of salmon in one summer. Contributed photo As the daughter of teachers from Eau Claire, Wis., Iris (Friedman) Ohman, of Pelican Rapids, did not have a clue that her life would be filled with some daring adventures that were all given to her as gifts. However, she came from a strong family that believed in fulfilling their dreams. Her mother fostere

Since he was a young boy, Ted Leagjeld enjoyed journaling. Having a knack for nature and a will to write, he jotted down thoughts and experiences on a daily basis. His musings between 1947 and 1950 fueled the content of Leagjeld’s latest book, Prairie Wind Rural School. This man, who owned Driftwood Resort on the west side of Whitefish Lake for the last 50 years, has led an interesting and diversified life, which really began right out of high school and served as the inspira