Sena Phan and Evan Anderson were united in marriage at the Rochester Art Center on September 29, 2012. The Zumbro River meandering in the background, friends and family bonded at the reception, ceremony and cocktail all housed in the open location.
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Best friends to spend their lives together
Fri, Jan 11th, 2013
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After dating for more than seven years, Gabby and John will officially tie the knot a few blocks from where they first met. Photo by Studio-A-Photography
Gabby Gatzke and John Kinneberg have known each other since they were little kids in preschool together at Fillmore Central. However, they did not start dating until the summer after graduation.
According to Gabby, the two hung out together in high school and had the same group of friends. Their first date was their senior prom, and it was shortly after that they realized they had something special.
Both of them went off to college that fall; Gabby to Winona State and John to RCTC, but they still spent as much time as possible together.
“We spent a lot of money on phone bills,” shared Gabby. “We would go way over our minutes. Our parents were kind of mad.”
John is the son of SueAnn and Sheldon Kinneberg of Preston, and Gabby is the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Ib) Gatzke of Preston.
In 2012, they moved to Preston, where they now share an apartment. The couple places a lot of importance on family, so it was an easy decision to move where they could be close. Both of them grew up in the Preston area. Gabby works at the Fillmore County Journal, and John works for Mensink Landscaping.
The couple became engaged on December 21, 2011. Gabby had a feeling that something was up that week, as John had made a few unexplained trips to Rochester. That night they had been driving around looking at Christmas lights, and John told her when they got home, she could look for her present. It took her a while to find it, but when she looked at the Christmas tree, she saw an engagement ring around one of the branches.
“I was really surprised at the way he did it,” Gabby said.
The couple knew that they wanted to be together forever for a long time before they made it an official engagement. “He’s more like a best friend,” said Gabby. “We have always done everything together. We have the same friends, and that’s a huge reason that we got together.”
The engagement has been a long one, but it has gone quickly. The date has been set for September 21, 2012, a date which Gabby later realized was the six-year anniversary of the day her grandfather passed away, which makes the day even more special. The couple has had plenty of time to make plans, and this has made it less stressful for them.
“We chose to have a smaller wedding with immediate family and close friends,” explained Gabby. “Then we will have a bi .....
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According to Gabby, the two hung out together in high school and had the same group of friends. Their first date was their senior prom, and it was shortly after that they realized they had something special.
Both of them went off to college that fall; Gabby to Winona State and John to RCTC, but they still spent as much time as possible together.
“We spent a lot of money on phone bills,” shared Gabby. “We would go way over our minutes. Our parents were kind of mad.”
John is the son of SueAnn and Sheldon Kinneberg of Preston, and Gabby is the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Ib) Gatzke of Preston.
In 2012, they moved to Preston, where they now share an apartment. The couple places a lot of importance on family, so it was an easy decision to move where they could be close. Both of them grew up in the Preston area. Gabby works at the Fillmore County Journal, and John works for Mensink Landscaping.
The couple became engaged on December 21, 2011. Gabby had a feeling that something was up that week, as John had made a few unexplained trips to Rochester. That night they had been driving around looking at Christmas lights, and John told her when they got home, she could look for her present. It took her a while to find it, but when she looked at the Christmas tree, she saw an engagement ring around one of the branches.
“I was really surprised at the way he did it,” Gabby said.
The couple knew that they wanted to be together forever for a long time before they made it an official engagement. “He’s more like a best friend,” said Gabby. “We have always done everything together. We have the same friends, and that’s a huge reason that we got together.”
The engagement has been a long one, but it has gone quickly. The date has been set for September 21, 2012, a date which Gabby later realized was the six-year anniversary of the day her grandfather passed away, which makes the day even more special. The couple has had plenty of time to make plans, and this has made it less stressful for them.
“We chose to have a smaller wedding with immediate family and close friends,” explained Gabby. “Then we will have a bi .....
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Rochester couple married near the Zumbro River
Fri, Jan 11th, 2013
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A green wedding for a lively couple
Fri, Jan 11th, 2013
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Ask a bride how she hopes the big day will be and you’ll frequently get “beautiful,” “classy,” “fun,” and sometimes even “perfect.” While it’s obvious that Shannon Hyter and Evan Meier’s wedding will be these things, the first
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Volunteering
Mon, Jan 7th, 2013
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As the New Year takes hold many are planning to shed a few pounds, eat better and exercise more, hoping to subtract a roll or two from their personal knoll.
Here’s another thought. Instead of just lightening your own load, why not lessen the bur
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Chatfield to host 11th annual Chill Fest
Mon, Jan 7th, 2013
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The City of Chatfield, Minn. will host its 11th annual Chill Fest on Saturday, January 26, 2013.
This year’s Chill Fest has fun events for everyone whether you enjoy being outside in the “chill” or inside where it’s toasty warm.
Chill F
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Top stories of 2012
Mon, Dec 31st, 2012
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The year is over, 2013 has officially begun and many are reflecting on the past twelve months and all that has happened. The Olmsted County Journal has covered hundred of stories; from government happenings to new businesses, to interesting people,
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Historic preservation framework for Rochester begins to take shape
Mon, Dec 24th, 2012
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Community members interested in historic preservation packed the city council chambers, and waited in overflow seating just outside to witness the fate of a proposed historic preservation ordinance, an idea which has been in the works for more than
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Seamless transition expected for Veolia to Advanced Disposal
Mon, Dec 24th, 2012
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Posted in Rochester Features
The purchase of Veolia ES Solid Waste, Inc. from Veolia Environmental Services North American Corp by Advanced Disposal Services was announced just several weeks ago. However, the transition from Veolia to Advanced Disposal has begun. The timeline t
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Community Clothesline has something for everyone
Mon, Dec 24th, 2012
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Community Clothesline in Rochester has been a successful local business for years, and Store Manager Sister Crishelle Jaspers has been a big part of it. Originally from Eden, South Dakota, Sister Crishelle went on to Mankato, Minnesota to further he
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