Wealthy son of tiny Winifred, Montana, Norman Asbjornson puts his money where heart is
| December 16, 2007 |  View for printing |
A few years ago, Norman Asbjornson joined a group sharing coffee and stories at his hometown's cafe. What he brought to the table was better than any doughnut or cinnamon roll.
The self-made millionaire asked for ideas to improve Winifred http://russell.visitmt.com/communities/Winifred.htm . A newer ambulance would be nice, and the volunteer fire department always could use help, he was told.
Before leaving, Asbjornson wrote a $20,000 check to build a new bathhouse for the town swimming pool.
That was just the beginning.
Thanks to Asbjornson, the town of 150 people has a new city hall, library, museum and community center. In addition, students receive scholarships to attend Montana State University, and construction is under way on a new business, more evidence of Asbjornson's generosity.
By KIM SKORNOGOSKI Tribune Staff Writer
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