WELCOME Spirit Lake Lumber new owner Ben Litton to Menahga

The Menahga Civic and Commerce Assn and The Economic Alliance welcomed Spirit Lake Lumber's new owner Ben Litton to Menahga on Monday, March 2nd, 2026.

We all welcome Ben to Menahga and wish him success!

Spirit Lake Lumber has been a cornerstone of the Menahga community for over two
decades. From framing lumber to sheet goods, treated materials to specialty fasteners,
Spirit Lake Lumber has been the go-to source for contractors and builders across the
region, and that's not changing anytime soon.

When you walk through our doors, you'll be greeted by the same familiar, friendly faces that
have served this community for yea rs. We at Spirit Lake Lumber know you by name,
understand your projects, and take pride in getting you what you need, the right product, at
the right time.

On January 5th, I took over operations at Spirit Lake Lumber, bringing fresh energy and a
deep commitment to keeping the yard's long-standing reputation for quality and service
intact. Born and raised in Cedar Falls, Iowa, I spent the last ten years building a career in
West Des Moines before a tip from a college roommate pointed me toward an opportunity
in Menahga, and it turned out to be exactly what I'd been looking for. A lake country
business close to outdoor recreation, rooted in a tight-knit small town community. It was a
perfect fit.

As a hands-on owner, I am focused on a family atmosphere, community-conscious
business, and ensuring that both longtime customers and new ones continue to receive
the personalized service Spirit Lake Lumber has always been known for.

Whether you're a contractor working on a large build or a homeowner tackling a weekend
project, Spirit Lake Lumber is ready to help. Stop in and say hello, you're always welcome
and we'll always have a hot cup of coffee for you at the yard.

Spirit Lake Lumber, Menahga, Minnesota. Your local lumber yard, serving the community
for over 20 years.

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Fireworks bursting over a lake at dusk, with a crowd watching from the shoreline and a dock.

Menahga Midsummer Celebration 2026

April 10, 2026

9 am - NOON

Midsummer 2026 - Parade Information

April 8, 2026

Menahga Civic & Commerce Association P O Box 74 | Menahga MN 56464-0074 “Coming together is a beginning, Staying together is progress, Working together is success.” Henry Ford MIDSUMMER CELEBRATION 2026 Hello from the Menahga C & C, The Menahga Civic & Commerce Association is preparing for the 2026 Menahga Midsummer Celebration which is scheduled for Friday through Sunday, July 10, 11 and 12. Since this is America's 250th Birthday, also known as the United States Semiquincentennial, we are hopeful that everyone will commemorate it somehow with red, white and blue and/or, by other historical events. This is a very exciting time to be living and able to celebrate this event! The Grand Parade will be held on Saturday evening. You are cordially invited to participate in this year’s parade on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, which will begin at 7:00 p.m. from the east end of Main Street. The parade runs east to west on Main Street for nine blocks from Fern Avenue to Fir Avenue. THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE FOR OUR PARADE! Click the button above this letter to find the parade entry form. If you or your organization is planning to enter a unit in the parade, please fill out the form completely and return it as soon as possible either to: Liz Olson at lizolson@wcta.net or by mail to Midsummer Parade 2026, c/o Liz Olson, 528 2nd St SE, Menahga, MN 56464 It is necessary that you provide on the line entitled, "Type of Unit", the vehicles being used for your entry, i.e., pickup truck and 8' float, etc., so that we can leave enough space between the parade number markers. If you are no longer in charge of your organization's parade entry, please pass this letter on to the person who now has that responsibility. If you are aware of others who would like to participate in our Parade, please feel free to pass on this information as well. All entries must enter the line-up area from the south, at the (east side of the New Menahga School) High School parking lot on or before 6:30 p.m. It is located one block east of the St. Urho Statue on Highway 71. Parade officials will be able to direct you to your spot in the line-up from that area. The deadline for all entries is Friday June 19th, 2026 , but your earliest attention to this matter will be greatly appreciated to get started on the line-up. Late entries will be added to the end of the line-up in the order in which they are received. If you have any questions, call or text Liz Olson at 218-329-5645. In anticipation of your positive reply, the Menahga Civic and Commerce Association would like to thank you for helping make our parade a successful event. We look forward to seeing you in July! AS A REMINDER: ABSOLUTELY NO CANDY CAN BE THROWN FROM A VEHICLE OR FLOAT FOR SAFETY REASONS. YOU MAY HAVE PEOPLE WALKING ALONG THE SIDE OF YOUR ENTRY NEAR THE SPECTATORS THROWING CANDY. THANKS Liz Olson, Menahga C & C Parade Chair P.S. As in the past, I will be texting your parade line-up number on or before Thursday, July 9, 2026. If you have not received your line-up number by that date, please contact me at (218) 329-5645.