History panel shares stories, laughter
Local history was alive and well, Saturday morning, October 20, at the Waterville Public Library. Four Waterville "historians" shared facts, stories, and a few giggle-worthy tales about when they were growing up in Waterville during a Local History Panel event that was sponsored by the Waseca-Le Sueur Regional Library System.
Will Wesley shared memories of his formative years growing up in Waterville. He began his story with when the lights first came on in town, in the late 1930s.
Carollea Gilomen shared her family's story that weaves together a lot of history on Waterville's Main Street.
John Eggers, who grew up in Waterville and authored the book "Tetonka Tales," shared stories of many "colorful" people who once resided in town and shared memories of the rites of passage many Waterville youth--including himself--experienced.
Presenter Sally Olson took audience members way back in Waterville's history, sharing bits of history that date back to the Native American settlements that were located in the area.
Read more of their stories in the October 25, 2018, edition of the LIFE or Enterprise.