NEW YORK MILLS, Minn– In New York Mills, the community is honoring some of the most notable names and teams this weekend.

The New York Mills is presenting the third annual Wall of Fame and Hall of Fame Banquet this Saturday at the New York Mills City Hall. Featured in this year’s Wall of Fame class is Howard Lund and Dan Simpson. The Hall of Fame will induct the entire 1977 girls basketball team, along with Paul Jokela.

So what’s the difference between the Wall and Hall of Fames? The Wall of Fame honors members of the community broadly while the Hall of Fame

The banquet starts at 6 p.m. Saturday a dinner and social hour. Those going to the event don’t need to sign up for the meal to attend. If you would like to eat the meal, reach out to NYM Athletic Director Matt Radniecki or head girls basketball and softball coach Brian Dunrud for more information.

Radniecki shares information and his thoughts on the banquet. Listen to him discuss the history and the importance of the event below.