10 years ago (1994)"Two more Hills residents have expressed their interest in filling the mayor’s position for the next 10 months. John Burgers stated he would like to be considered for the position and Wendell Erickson hasn’t ruled out the area of serving as the mayor of Hills. Preston Ver Meer expressed his interest in the position last week." 25 years ago (1979)"Tom Bosch, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dries Bosch, Steen, won the district free throw contest sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in Luverne. Tom competed in the 13-year-old group. Tom will now represent the district in the regional contest which will be in February."50 years ago (1954)"Joe Kafka, Jerome and Raymond, drove to St. Paul Saturday where they visited little Rita Kafka, who is in Gillette Hospital receiving treatment for the after-effects of polio. A special treatment has given her partial use of her paralyzed hand again, although some time will be necessary before she can move the entire arm."75 years ago (1929)"A large delegation from Hills autoed and hiked out to the Halls eighty, northwest of town, last Sunday where they enjoyed the afternoon in skiing and sliding. If an artificial extension could be put on some of the hills around here, methinks that probably a Barney Riley or a Lars Haugen might be discovered amongst the local ski enthusiasts. What do you think?"100 years ago (1904)"Mrs. N.O. Sjurson was recently granted a pension of $8 per month, which is very satisfactory. The application was made through Olaf Skyberg and much credit is due Congressman McCleary for his prompt action in the matter."
