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Menomonie News Net

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust August 6, 2025

Since we couldn’t connect in person, Brendan’s interview was done via emails. Through those emails, he shared his life’s journey from Menomonie to Germany. When I asked Brendan about his most...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust July 30, 2025

I was thrilled when Marie Rasmussen Frawley and Jeff Frawley volunteered to share their story! To avoid confusion as the couple’s stories intertwine, I’ll be telling Marie’s story using italics and...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust July 23, 2025

This week’s spotlighted MHS graduate is Leila Heise from the class of 1977. This interview was conducted by phone to Leila in Dallas, Texas. Leila’s fondest memories of life at MHS revolved around...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust July 16, 2025

This week’s spotlighted MHS graduate is David Whitman from the class of 1999. He graciously took the time to answer my questions online. We all love to hear what our alumni’s strongest memories...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust July 9, 2025

This week’s spotlighted MHS graduate is Daniel Hagaman from the class of 1989. I had the opportunity to hold an in-person interview with Daniel over lunch at Acoustic Café while he was visiting his...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust July 2, 2025

This week’s spotlighted MHS graduate is Stefani Friedenfels Terry from the class of 2013. Stefani has chosen to tell her story in her own words. My time at MHS shaped me far beyond the classroom....

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust June 25, 2025

This week’s spotlighted MHS graduate is Diane Slinden Schofield, from the class of 1998. Some of you may remember Diane as a stellar track and field athlete while in high school. She used her...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust June 18, 2025

Thank you to all the kind readers who not only wrote to tell me how much you enjoyed last week’s article, but also to give me 8 more suggestions for MHS grads to contact. I’ve made initial contacts...

Judy Foust - parade queen

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust June 11, 2025

Unfortunately, neither of my promised interviews are ready for publication yet, so..."Desperate times call for desperate measures!" With apologies to Hippocrates, I offer my desperate measure. The...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust May 28, 2025

This week our memorable MHS graduate is Alison (Ali) Ramaeker, class of 2006. Her path has taken her to many different places, but I’m sure you’ll agree it was because of her tremendous drive,...

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust May 21, 2025

This week's story features Elizabeth (Bit) Ohvall - Class of 2013. Friends, this week’s story is about Elizabeth (Bit) Ohvall and all her adventures beyond MHS. She begins with roots that were planted...

Official government photo - Erika Dinkel-Smith

MHS Grads: Where are They Now?

By Judy Foust May 14, 2025

This week's story features Erika Dinkel-Smith, Class of 2002. Erika's life journey has definitely taken her down an interesting path. After high school graduation, Erika spent a year in the Phillipines...

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