Minnesota Wedding – Part 3

Feb 1, 2025
Feb 1, 2025

Barb Bierman Batie

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For all the romantics out there, the trip to the Minnesota wedding was well worth the miles as we celebrated Tucker and Marissa’s special day.

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Barb Bierman Batie mug 2018 — Barb Bierman Batie

Barb Bierman Batie grew up near Battle Creek, Nebraska, and now farms row crops with her Platte Valley Farmer, Don Batie, northeast of Lexington. She has written for local, state, regional and international publications. She joined the Midwest Messenger crew in 2010. She can be reached at barb.batie@gmail.com.