Petersburg Press

According to Red Cross bloodmobile coordinators Kathy Koch, JoAnn Mattner and assistant Bonnie Wies the September 20th bloodmobile was a success with 37 units received surpassing their goal of 36. Coordinators noted there were quite a few cancellations due to illness.

The Petersburg Library has nearly completed its move to the Village Campus. The library adjoins the village office meeting room.

Petersburg American Legion Post 334 was joined by Newman Grove American Legion Post # 73 for a flag retirement ceremony which began with the presentation of the colors by both posts and national anthem.

The third annual Don Friese golf open was hosted by the Petersburg American Legion Post 334 with 12 teams competing on the Petersburg course. Friese is remembered as a long time Legion member and avid golfer.

Another one of Raeville’s historic buildings which was located on the west end of town known as the brick Raeville Garage disappeared Saturday when the Petersburg Fire Department did a controlled burn. The Raeville Garage was built in 1918 by Phil and Bill Borer they also operated the business which was owned by Adolph Schumacher. The large windows were set to catch the morning and afternoon sun making the cars inside shine. Tony Fisher ran it in the 30’s with the slogan The Big Garage in a little town” in the 40’s he added a black smith service, set tires and repaired wagon wheels. Leonard Pelster also ran it for a time.

Major Nathan M. Stuhr was recently promoted to Major in the USMC on September 2, 2024.