Duane and Barb Nelson, of Darlington, celebrated 50 years of marriage on Jan. 4. Duane Nelson and the former Barbara Sheffer were married Jan. 4, 1964 at Apple Grove Lutheran Church in Argyle. They were attended by Bob and Karen (Nelson) Scott.
    Duane and Barb have two children: Kristine (Nelson) Collins of La Crosse and Robbie (Darci) Nelson of Mauston. They also have five grandchildren: Taylor and Alexander Collins and Brady, Brelee and Blake Nelson.