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The art of the apology -By Harvey Mackay

Have you heard the colossal customer service bungle about the “bedbug letter”?

A guest in a hotel finds himself attacked by bedbugs during his stay. He writes an angry letter to the president of the hotel company. Within days, the president sends the guest a heartfelt apology which reads in part: “I can assure you that such an event has never occurred before in our hotel. I promise you it will never happen again.”

Sounds good, except for one small detail: included with the apology is the guest’s original letter. Scrawled across the top is the message: “Send this idiot the bedbug letter.”

So it begs the question, who is sorry now?

There are several lessons to be learned from this situation.

• Remedial customer service may start with an apology.

• Never, ever mess up an apology.

• The apology is almost always the start, not the end, of finishing things.

• If you think being sorry solves a problem, you will really be sorry.

• Finally, the cost of the fix is nearly always greater than doing things right the first time.

Start with the premise that everyone makes mistakes. It’s human nature. What happens next is what demonstrates the

true level of regret. The hotel president likely lost that customer forever. Unfortunately, it doesn’t stop there. That customer tells family, friends and anyone who will listen about his experiences both with the bugs and the insulting letter. Reputations are ruined in an instant.

Businesses have long understood that bad customer experiences will be reported to family and friends nine times more than good experiences. Misery loves company, I guess.

Even the most sincere apology has limited effect. But if it helps a little, it’s worth the effort. So don’t blow what could be your only opportunity.

We see an apology from some thoughtless public figure weekly: “If I offended anyone, I apologize.” “My words were taken out of context.” “I didn’t realize that my actions would cause such a stir.” All pretty pathetic attempts at sounding sorry, in my opinion.

Train your brain to think before you speak, act or tweet. Self-restraint is not old-fashioned. Remember that your private conversations or anonymous postings may be anything but private and anonymous.

The apology is just the beginning.

It is critical to get it right. So take steps to be sure you don’t disappoint a second time. The shallow “if I offended anyone” indicates that you are only sorry because you were forced into the apology. I’m curious, does anyone take those similarlyphrased apologies seriously? Or do they sound like something your mother may have made you say when you were a child?

In business situations, apologies are

generally related to poor service or defective products or missed deadlines.

Those apologies must go beyond words.

First, admit your mistake. Don’t gloss over the error or the effect it had on your customer. Get to the point and own the situation. You will not win the blame game.

Next, offer a solution that will demonstrate your sincere desire to make things right. Even if the customer had some responsibility, the cost of fixing one mistake is much lower than trying to repair a reputation after you’ve been panned on Facebook, Twitter or Angie’s List.

Third, express your intention to make sure the same mistake never happens again. Offer the customer an opportunity to make suggestions, and be prepared to deal with critical feedback. Be sure to thank them for their input.

Finally, learn from the experience and use the lesson to train your staff.

Make sure they understand that even minor mistakes and disappointments can cause major damage to your company’s good name.

So my ideal apology might read: “We are so sorry for messing up what could be our only opportunity to serve you. Your disappointment in us is completely justified. We will fix this problem immediately and will not consider the case closed until you are completely satisfied. Here is the name, email and phone Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

APRIL 13 • 9th Annual Rock-A-Thon from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Grey Eagle Senior Center.

APRIL 13-14 • Rummage & Bake Sale; Sat. 8 a.m., Sun. 9 a.m. at St. John’s Church basement, Meire Grove.

APRIL 14 • Holdingford Area Knights of Columbus Chicken & Ham Dinner from 3:30-7 p.m. at the Pelican Lake Ballroom, St. Anna. See ad on page 5.

• St. Rosa Lions Breakfast from 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the St. Rose of Lima Church basement, St. Rosa. See ad on page 5.

APRIL 15 • St. Joseph Parish Fish Fry from 4:308:30 p.m. at Bruno’s Hub Supper Club, Burtrum. See ad on page 5.

APRIL 17 • Freeport Community Center Chicken Fry from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. See ad on page 4.

APRIL 18-21 • Town & Country Players Presents 9 to 5 The Musical; April 18-20 at 7:30 p.m.;

April 21 at 2 p.m. at the Melrose School Auditorium.

APRIL 20 • Ham Dinner from 4:30-7 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Swanville. See ad on page 5.

APRIL 21 • John Binsfeld Cancer Benefit starting at 11 a.m. at Pelican Lake Ballroom, St. Anna.

APRIL 28 • 42nd Annual Swanycake & Sausage Supper from 3-8:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Parish.

MAY 2 • Novena at 7 p.m. at the Assumption Chapel, Cold Spring.

MAY 17 • Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions 5th Annual Community Appreciation Picnic from 4-8 p.m. at the Grey Eagle Fire Hall.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

• Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.

BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL • Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL • Meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL • First Tuesday after the first Monday of the month.

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.

UPSALA CITY COUNCIL • Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

If you have an upcoming event or meeting, please let us know by email: htnews@meltel.net or call 320-285-2323.

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High 44 39 33 38 39 39 33

Low 15 21 18 33 32 30 21

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Weekend Weather Saturday

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High: 41 Low: 26

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Sarah Elizabeth Steinhofer

Birth Announcements Tucker Lee Hoppe

Jason and Heidi Hoppe of Freeport are proud to announce the birth of their son, Tucker Lee Hoppe, born Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 7:32 a.m. at the CentraCare Health System-Melrose.

Tucker weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces and measured 21 inches in length.

Welcoming Tucker home are his big brothers, Thor 3 ½ years old & Sawyer 1 ½ years old.

Grandparents are Jim and Arliss Notch of Freeport and Mary and the late Alvin Hoppe of New Munich. Great grandparents are Emma Voit of Albany and Agatha Kunstleben of New Munich.

Mia Jaye Pazik

Jay and Nina Pazik are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Mia Jaye Pazik, born March 9, 2013.

Mia weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and measured 20 inches in length.

Welcoming Mia home are big sisters Madison and Keira.

Grandparents are Mike and Gloria Pazik of Upsala and Saykham Phouleaumbong of Des Moines, Iowa and the late Khampiou Baphrachanh. Great grandmother is Elsie Clear of Upsala.

Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 number of the person you can contact 24 hours a day to question, complain, or check the progress of your situation.”

Then insert the name of the president of the company. That should let them know that you’re serious.

Mackay’s Moral: Saying you’re sorry and showing you’re sorry are not the same thing.

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Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller “Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” “We Got Fired!...

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Jessica Pohlmann accepted at St. Scholastica

Jessica Pohlmann has been accepted at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, for entry in Fall 2013, and awarded a Benedictine Scholarship. Pohlmann, a senior at Long Prairie-Grey Eagle High School, is the daughter of Leroy and Janine Pohlmann of Grey Eagle, MN. She is planning to major in Occupational Therapy at St. Scholastica.

The Benedictine Scholarship is available to all new St. Scholastica applicants and is based on merit.

The College of St. Scholastica is regularly recognized as one of the finest colleges in the Midwest. The 2013 “America’s Best Colleges” survey by U.S. News & World Report magazine ranks St. Scholastica in the top tier of Midwestern universities. The Washington Post has rated St. Scholastica as one of the nation’s 100 “hidden gems” among U.S. colleges and universities.

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Luke & Alisha Steinhofer of Freeport are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Steinhofer, born Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 7:57 p.m. at the CentraCare Health System-Melrose.

Sarah weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and measured 22 inches in length.

Grandparents are Charles and Lisa Lemke of Melrose, Karen and Ed Balfour of Freeport and Myron Steinhofer of Dent, MN. Great grandparents are Al and Linda Witte of Avon, Agnes Ritzer of Albany and Lucille Lemke and the late Jerome Lemke of Sartell. Great-great grandparents are Kenneth Witte of Deer Creek and Rose Zwetzig of Sturgis, SD.

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Obituary Tony A. Achmann

Tony A. Achmann 62 year-old resident of Upsala, MN passed away We d n e s d a y, April 3, 2013 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN. A celebration of life memorial will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the Upsala Recreation Building in Upsala, MN on Saturday, April 20th, 2013. The family will be wearing red in honor of Tony.

Tony was born on February 7, 1951 in Avon, MN to the late John and Laura (Nielsen) Achmann. He grew up and attended school in Avon, MN until the 8th grade and graduated from Tech High School in St. Cloud, MN with the class of 1969. After graduation he furthered his education at the St. Cloud Vocational School learning the trade to become a machinist. Tony was united in marriage to Darlene Feld on July 17, 1971 in St. Joseph, MN. The couple lived in Sartell, MN for five years when they relocated to

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Upsala, MN where they have made their home. Upon moving to Upsala, MN Tony and Darlene farmed for several years and later opened Tony’s Tool & Cutter Machine Shop. Tony loved the challenges at the machine shop, the bigger the challenge the more he loved his work. He was a member of the Albany Pioneer Club, and his true passion in life was collecting and restoring antique tractors. Tony also enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, and had a true love for life. He was always open and willing to give something a try at least once.

He was greatly loved and will be dearly missed.

Tony is survived by wife of 41 years, Darlene Achmann of Upsala, MN; children, Lisa (Steve) Hansen of Upsala, MN, Robyn Achmann of Stillwater, MN, and John (Kelly) Achmann of Upsala, MN; grandchildren, Jenny (Matt) Peterson, Mat Hansen, and Ella Achmann; brothers, John (Irma) Achmann of St. Wendall, MN and Leon (Janice) Achmann of Avon, MN. Tony was preceded in death by parents, John and Laura Achmann.

Funeral arrangements are with the Shelley Funeral Chapels.

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K of C Tootsie Roll Campaign

By Grand Knight, Don Kerfeld The Grey Eagle/Swanville Knights of Columbus along with other K of C councils will conduct their Tootsie Roll Campaign on April 26th through April 28th. Please support them with your contributions. The proceeds from this go toward the support of persons with special needs. The following message is printed inside every tootsie roll wrapper.

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We all pledge our allegiance To the flag- red, white and blue.

We bowed our heads, thanked the Lord For the good that farmers do.

The room was just a buzzing! There was so much good unrest!

A line up of splendid girls Were being put to the test.

They wore their pretty dresses. Each one wore a winning smile.

Escorted by their parents, While they walked the longest mile.

They told us about dairy. Up on stage they did their best.

About their love for farming- ‘Twas a cut above the rest.

We are blessed to have these girls Willing to go out and tell, About milk, cheese, and butter- And ice cream- they do it so well!

Thanks to all you young ladies Who put your heart into this.

To say each is a princess We would never be amiss!

Memo: A peacock spreads his feathers When he’s proud as he can be.

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John Binsfeld Cancer Benefit

Engagement

Chanda Ripplinger and Daniel Arneson

Pictured are John (center) with his wife Deb and son Greg.

There will be a cancer benefit for John Binsfeld on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at the Pelican Lake Ballroom, St. Anna, with a chicken dinner and a silent auction all starting at 11:00 a.m., to help pay for his ongoing medical expenses and future treatments.

At the age of 59, on September 16th, 2012, John entered the emergency room at the St. Cloud Hospital thinking that the pain he had been experiencing for the last few months in his lower right side was a hernia. Only to be diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. John began chemo treatment on October 22nd at the Coborn’s Cancer Center.

John’s motto is: “God will only

know when my time is done. My hope is for time. I still have songs to sing, pictures to paint, and people to meet.”

John is currently continuing treatment, and although the cancer seems to have deceased in size, he still has a long road to recovery. Whether recovery will be complete is still an unknown.

For event details or questions, feel free to contact Becky Stanoch 320-7462698; Gwen Czech/Seitz 320-248-0328; Linda Maciej 320-232-3637. Donations can be made directly to the “John Binsfeld Cancer Fund”: Stearns Bank Holdingford, 580 Main Street, PO Box 9, Holdingford, MN 56340.

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TUE., APR. 16: BBQ chicken, beans, coleslaw, biscuit, cookie.

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Mondloch is a Central Minnesota native from a family of artists. Samples of his work can be seen at his website, www. danmondloch.com.

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Community Snapshots

Upsala Lions Club donated $2,000.00 to the Morrison County CIRT Team to purchase a MUST Sheild (ballistic sheild). pictured are Sgt. Shawn Larsen Morrison County Sheriffs Department & Secretary Charlie Gunderson Upsala Lions Club.

DNR Question of the Week

By Carrol Henderson, Nongame Wildlife program Supervisor Q: Last night I heard and saw what I believe was a flock of cranes. It was a dark night, with bright stars shining, but only a little moonlight. Is it common for cranes to migrate at night?

A: Sandhill cranes normally migrate during the day, but in some circumstances they have been observed migrating

after dark, especially if there is a bright starlit or moonlit night sky.

A Florida field naturalist reported migratory sandhill cranes flying overhead at 10:30 p.m. and another two flocks flying overhead at 3 a.m. on the same night near Gainesville, Fla. on Nov. 25-26, 1984.

Sandhill cranes from eastern Minnesota winter in Florida and would be migrating to Florida in November.

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On April 3rd the LPGE FFA Dairy Cattle team traveled to Upsala for regional Competition. They placed 1st in the contest and will be competing at state the end of April. Team Members: Houston Berscheit took home 1st place individual, followed by “Young Gun” Mitchell Middendorf in 2nd place, Jadon Buntjer also battled his way into 8th place, and Tanner Gjerstad rounded out the team. Great Job! Submitted by Curt Gjerstad.

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Minnesota Through The Lens:

Pictured are (front, from left) Alissa Zehrer, Brooke Westrich, Sara Herzog, Katlin Welinski; (back) Sadie Welinski, Kristin Wuebkers, Danica Cheney, Katie Ripplinger, Kaelin Smieja, Aimee Pelzer and Tracy Herzog.

Submitted by Paul Pelzer Alissa and Sadie Welinski Upsala School held their awards Cardinal Award: Kaelin Smieja banquet Monday evening, April 8th.

Hustle Award: Katie Ripplinger, Below is the list of award winners: Brooke Westrich and Sara Herzog MVP Aimee Pelzer: Assist Leader, 6th Man Award: Sara, Katie and Scoring Leader, Steal Leader Kaelin Tracy Herzog: Blocking Beast, Best Practice Player: Sara.

Rebound Leader All varsity players were varsity Alissa Zehrer: Most improved letter winners.

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Bert Blyleven headlines Circle Me History: A Celebration of Baseball: A fundraising event for the Stearns History Museum

On Wednesday, April 24, 1913, pro- games. fessional baseballer Bert Blyleven will Circle Me History will also feature headline the Stearns History Museum’s exhibits by two historians of local basespring event, Circle Me History, at the ball as well as memorabilia from the St. Gorecki Center in St. Joseph. He’ll talk Cloud Rox drawn from the Museum’s about his own journey “From Small collections.

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Snow melting through deck forms a face.

To submit a nature photo for Minnesota Through The Lens, email it in it’s original (large) size to htnews@meltel.net. rns County and has involved thousands of people. On one day, June 8, 1936, for example, the St. Cloud Daily Times and Daily Journal-Press, June 8, 1936 reported that despite Richmond’s early lead, the St. Cloud Merchants got five runs in the seventh and eighth. Lastrop beat St. Wendel; Buckman lost to Bowlus.

Melrose gave Cold Spring a shellacking at 10 to 0. In other lopsided games Holdingford beat Avon 15 to 3, Watkins beat Albany 12 to 3, and Royalton took St. Stephen 14 to 2. Kimball defeated Kingston and Dassel beat Eden Valley.

Cokato beat Darwin. In the upset of the day, the Rockville team took undefeated St. Martin’s 3 to 1. There were other games in the Northern League and in the Morrison County league, the Meeker County league. All of these games, and

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others, got full coverage in the newspaper, and this was in early June, not yet the height of the season.

The diamonds in our communities have long been alive with the sounds of bats and balls, cheers and boos. The St. Cloud Rox and the River Bats, local games and intertown rivalries provided entertainment, happy family afternoons (especially for the winners), as well as community building momentum all over Stearns County. Softball, Little League, pick up games, women’s teams, college teams, American Indian teams all have played a part in the history of Stearns County.

Our event commemorates all of Bert Blyleven continued to pg 9

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Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Budget bills proceeding; high-volume water users could pay more Action on the major omnibus and spending bills is proceeding at the Legislature.

A small deficit is still projected when we begin the new biennium in July, so any new spending we approve must either have its own source of revenue or have a corresponding reduction somewhere in the budget to balance out. Current plans by Democratic leadership call for around $2 billion in new taxes to finance their spending increases in education along with some fashion of property tax relief.

To the surprise of many, their early budget plans contained reductions in the area of health and human services.

However, some of those affected programs have been shuffled to other areas.

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Committee last week contained a proposal from committee chair, Rep. Jean Wagenius, for increases in fees for large water users in Minnesota. Those who use over one million gallons per year would be subject to this increase. The largest users of surface- and ground-water in the state are municipal water departments, with farm and other types of irrigation also affected by this proposal.

The increase for agricultural irrigation is fourfold in the proposed legislation, while a testifier representing the state’s golf courses said the increase for some of his group would be 11 times.

The revenue from these increased fees would go to the DNR, the agency charged with approving large gallon water permits and monitoring ground water levels. While some increase may be warranted, it’s my feeling that the increases contained in this bill are too high. I support tightening regulations to insure that all those pumping over one million gallons per year out of a well obtain the necessary permits. When all these wells are accounted for, the DNR can do a better job of estimating water withdrawal out of a particular area. Currently, when a well is dug, the driller must submit the information to the Dept. of Health and, eventually, a permit must be obtained from the DNR for the use of large volume wells.

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a sign that the drought is diminishing.

Winter is having a hard time leaving us, as the forecast for this week contains several chances of snow along with continued cold temps. Comparisons are being made to last year’s early spring as much of the small grains had already been planted by this time. Last year was unusually early, while this year will probably be a bit late. Depending on the weather going forward, my guess is that we are at least two-three weeks away from substantial field work in our part of the state.

I sent out a survey last week to those who receive my email updates. If you would like to take part, at the end of this column is a link that will take you to it.

I appreciate getting feedback from constituents, so I’d like to encourage you to take a few minutes to fill out the survey.

Thanks in advance. You can find my survey at www.house.mn/12b under “News Items” on the right side of the page.

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Local Municipality Minutes Swanville City Public Hearing March 5, 2013 Mayor Peterson opened the Public Hearing and then turned the meeting over to WSN representative Mike Rude who explained the Rhoda Avenue project and improvements. Mike handed out an outline of the improvements, preliminary estimated costs, and the estimated assessments residents will be assessed. After Mike’s presentation, questions and concerns from residents present were answered.

The public hearing was then closed and the regular monthly council meeting was held.

Swanville City March 5, 2013 Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. The meeting called to order 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Peterson, AJ Johnson, Jim Molitor, and Tim Grittner. Also present: Michael Rude, Brian Zapzalka and reporter Liz Verley.

Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held February 5, 2013 were read. AJ Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes as read. Tim Grittner seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The treasures report was given.

A motion was made by Tim Grittner and seconded by AJ Johnson to approve the treasurer’s report. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Mike Rude, representing WSN, explained the next steps in the Rhoda Avenue project with a

resolution for construction bids at the next regular monthly council meeting. A walk through will be made on Monday, March 25, 2013 at 4:00pm with council members.

The Astech street sweeping agreement was looked at and discussed. Jim Molitor made a motion to sign the agreement. AJ Johnson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

No fault sewer insurance waiver was looked at. It was decided to table until next year renewal.

There were six applications for the part-time maintenance worker.

After discussion Jim Molitor made a motion to offer Eugene Epling the part-time position. Tim Grittner seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The refuse and recycling contract with Waste Management is up at the end of March, 2013. Council agreed that it should be opened for bids instead of renewing the contract. The clerk will put the ad for refuse and recycling bids in the Morrison County Record and bids will be opened at the April 2, 2013 council meeting.

The Board of Appeal and Equalization is set for Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m., it will be held at the Senior Center.

Red’s Irish Pub liquor licenses will be expiring at the end of April, 2013. Jim Molitor made a motion to renew the liquor licenses for Red’s Pub for one year with the same fees as last year: Off Sale $100.00, On Sale $1750.00, and Sunday License $150.00, for a total of $2000.00. AJ Johnson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. The clerk will send out the

necessary paper work with invoice to Red’s Pub. JennieO Mill sewer rates are tabled until a tour is made.

There is a declared vacancy with the recent death of Council member Jim Piekarski. Jim served on the Swanville City Council since January 1992 and will be missed.

Council will need to appoint a resident to fill the position until the next regular election.

The following claims were presented for payment. Members of the Council were furnished with a listing. Jim Molitor made a motion to approve the claims. Tim Grittner seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The next monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at 7:30 p.m.

There being no further business, a motion was made by AJ Johnson and seconded by Tim Grittner to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Meeting adjourned 8:10 p.m.

Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/ Treasurer Grey Eagle Township April 1, 2013 Call to Order: Ron Frericks called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was recited. Members Present: Ron Frericks, Ray Bense, Mary Ann Primus, Mike Rohe & Bev Eggerth.

Agenda Approval: A preliminary agenda was presented. Ron asked if there were additions to the agenda. Ray made the motion to accept the agenda. Mike made the second. All in favor. Motion carried.

Bert Blyleven continued from page 7 these teams and these players, even the wannabes, with our Circle Me History baseball evening.

The Stearns Museum will also take the opportunity to present its Zapp Historian Award to Professor Bill Morgan, local historian, retired Saint Cloud State professor, and author of several books on Stearns County history. The event will include dinner and silent and live auctions Mr. Blyleven will sign one item per person and dinner guests will also have the opportunity to have their own photos taken in front of historic photo of the old Rox stadium.

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ASSESSMENT NOTICE

Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property This May Affect Your 2014 Property Taxes

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeal and Equalization for Grey Eagle Township shall meet on April 24, 2013, 9:00 a.m. at the Township Hall.

The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether taxable property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor, and to determine whether corrections need to be made.

If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed. Generally, an appearance before your local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the county board of appeal and equalization. *The board of appeal and equalization meeting will be scheduled by appointment only. Please call the Todd County Assessor’s Office to schedule an appointment. Phone (320) 732-4146.

Given under my hand this 1st day of April, 2013.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk

Approval of Minutes: The clerk provided copies of the March 4, 2013 minutes to the board. Ray made the motion to approve the minutes as written. Mike made the second, all in favor. Minutes approved.

Zoning Report: Nothing for this month.

Town Clerk’s Report: Clerk presented the claims list for March.

Claims list included 12 claims for a total of $12,634.69; Mary Ann also asked for approval to pay the 1st quarter taxes which are due the end of April. Ray made the motion to approve the claims including the tax claim. Mike made the second, Motion carried unanimously. The Equalization meeting has been set for April 24, 2013 at 9:00 am. Todd County Township Officers meeting is on April 11, 2013 at 12:30 in Browerville.

Treasurer’s Report: Mary Ann Primus presented the treasurer’s report as follows: Beginning Balance as of February 28, 2013: $212,353.31; Checks cleared 14, $8,883.34; Deposits including interest: $26.73; Balance as of March 31, 2013: $203,496.70; Outstanding Deposits: 0.00: Outstanding Checks: $40.00; Cash Available: $203,456.70; CD Balance: $102,570.85.

Mike made the motion to accept the treasurer’s report. Second

by Ray. All in favor, Motion carried.

Road and Bridge Report: Ray will post part of Ascot Road at 5 ton; he felt the heavy trucks would wreck the road, the township just fixed last year. Ray also asked that a letter be sent to property owner who removed gravel and damaged the road surface when pushing snow across. Ron had a phone call after the last snow from a resident who asked why some roads are being plowed before others. Mike asked about the culvert on 335st and if something could be done before the road is damaged. Ray will check the culvert.

The supervisors have set April 23, 2013 at 5:15 for their annual road check.

Additional agenda items: Ray reported the County weed meeting was pretty much the same as last year. Supervisors who attended the short courses learned about more documentation needed when hiring someone to work for the township or for supervisors who do work other than the normal duties.

Public Comment: Adjournment: Motion by Ray to adjourn the meeting. Mike made the second. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Minutes not approved.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk/Treasurer

was called to order at 7:01 p.m. at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Rollie Johnson.

Motion made by Council Member Brian Lange and seconded

by Council Member Joan Olson to accept the minutes from the March 4, 2013 Regular Council meeting.

Motion carried unanimously.

Motion made by Council Member Joan Olson and seconded

by Council Member Robert Maciej to accept the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.

Department Reports: Maintenance Report, Frank Koopmeiners: Water Usage was up for the month 283 gallons per day. Sewer was up .30 hour.

Fire Department Report, Lange: Minutes were presented to the council.

Planning Commission, Lange: No meeting.

UCDC, Olson): No meeting.

Recreation Board, Johnson: No meeting Unfinished Business: City Clerk Adrian Welle updated the council on the software and computer upgrade.

New Business: Set Public Works meeting for April 17, 2013 at 4:30 p.m.

Mayor Rollie Johnson updated the council on the Tower Road project. It sounds like it will be pushed off another year.

Motion was made by Councilmember Dennis Westrich and seconded by councilmember Robert Maciej to contract Sheri Johnson with the city at $18 per hour. Motion failed 2-3 with Rollie Johnson, Brian Lange and Joan Olson voting no Motion was made by Councilmember Brian Lange and seconded by councilmember Dennis Westrich to contract Sheri Johnson with the city at $18 per hour, not to exceed 20 hours per month. Motion passed

4-1 with councilmember Joan Olson voting no.

Motion was made by councilmember Brian Lange and seconded by councilmember Robert Maciej to approve a gambling permit for UBA. Motion carried unanimously Ambulance update was given to the council Motion was made

by Councilmember Brian Lange and seconded by Councilmember Joan Olson to accept the donation of a used ambulance to the city from Gold Cross Ambulance. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Councilmember Brian Lange and seconded by councilmember Joan Olson to not waive the monetary limits on municipal tort liability. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion was made by Councilmember Robert Maciej and seconded by Councilmember Joan Olson to approve sending Clerk Adrian Welle to the MMCI Training April 22-26. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion made by Councilmember Joan Olson and seconded

by Councilmember Brian Lange to write off accounts payable and accounts receivable balances between the general fund, water fund and sewer fund. Motion carried unanimously Financial Report: Motion made by Brian Lange and seconded by Robert Maciej to approve the bills in the amount of $18,420.15 as presented by Treasurer Adrian Welle. Motion carried unanimously.

Local Board of Appeal and Equalization April 19, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.

Reminder to residents and council that the next Regular scheduled council meeting will be May 6, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m.

Adrian Welle, City Clerk

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Grace Alive! Evangelical Free Church of America Albany Pastor Joe Williquette 209 Co Rd 156 (Rocky Ridge Outlet) • 320-845-7676 Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Nursery provided.

Immanuel Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) Albany Reverend Fred Kutter 23845 Co. Rd 40 • 320-845-2620 Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Study 10:35 a.m.

Our Saviors Lutheran Church-ELCA Albany Pastor Bradley Pearson 840 Lake Ave • 320-845-2405 Sunday Worship 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Education Hour.

Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Albany Father Michael Naughton, OSB 151 2nd St S • 320-845-2705 Mon.-Wed. Mass 7:30 a.m. Wed. 9 a.m. HFS. Fri. 7:30 a.m. Sat. 7:30 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sun. 10:30 a.m.

Avon Community Church Pastor Chuck Pelkey 204 Avon Ave. N • 320-356-9001 Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, Avon 320-356-7121 Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 & 10:30 a.m.

Brighter Days Family Church, Burtrum Pastor Anna Payne 320-285-7262 Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Midweek Service, Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Faith Community Church, Burtrum Pastor Allen Travaille 320-285-3390 • 320-763-4671 Sunday Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Bi-weekly Bible Study.

St. Edward’s Catholic Church, Elmdale Father Michael A. Kellogg 8550 Hwy 238 • 320-573-2975 Sacrament of Reconciliation Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass 10:00 a.m.

St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church, Bowlus Father Michael A. Kellogg 104 Main St. • 320-584-5313 Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 7:30 p.m. Saturday Mass 8:00 p.m.

Community Country Church, Holdingford Chaplain Rev. Gregg Valentine 42457 171st Ave. • 320-746-0005 Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9 a.m. Worship Service 10 a.m. (nursery available). Wednesday AWANA & Youth Group at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Freeport Father Roger Klassen 106 3rd Ave NE • 320-836-2143 Sunday Mass 9:15 a.m. Weekday Mass: Wed. & Fri. 8:15 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation 8:00 a.m. or by appt.

Tri-City Christian Center, Freeport Lead Pastor Mitch Wall Children’s Pastor Lindsay Hellermann 338 W Main St • 320-836-2997 Sunday Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. Kids Classes, Adult Bible Study & Prayer.

St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Grey Eagle Pastor Ron Tibbetts • Missouri Synod 219 Cedar St • 320-285-2902 Sunday Service 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m. Holy Communion 1 & 3 Sunday.

St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Grey Eagle Father Ron Dockendorf MN & Bovee Sts • 320-285-2545 Saturday Service 4:30 p.m. Sunday Service 9:00 a.m.

United Methodist Church, Grey Eagle Pastor Gary Taylor 30422 Co Rd 2 • 320-285-8013 Sunday Worship & Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

All Saints Catholic Church, Holdingford Father Gregory Mastey Father John Paul Knopik, Parochial Vicar 320-746-2231 Oct. 1.-April 1: Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. Wed. 8:00 a.m. SH

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St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Holdingford Father Mark Stang 311 River Street • 320-746-2231 Weekday Mass: Tues. 7 p.m., Wed. 8 a.m., Thurs. 8 a.m. Fri. 8 a.m.

Oct. 1-Apr. 1: Sunday Mass at 8 a.m.

St. Mary's Catholic Church, Melrose Father Marvin Enneking 211 5th Ave SE • 320-256-4207 Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Monday 7:30 a.m. communion service. Tuesday 5:30 p.m. Mass. Wednesday & Thursday 7:30 a.m. Friday All School Mass 8:30 a.m. www. stmarysofmelrose.com St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Melrose Pastor Kevin Mann 207 E 5th St N • 320-256-3847 Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m.

Immaculate Conception Church, New Munich Father Roger Klassen 106 3rd Ave NE • 320-836-2143 Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. Weekday Mass: Tues. & Thurs. 8:15 a.m. Sacrement of Reconciliation 8:00 a.m. or by appt.

Immaculate Conception Church, St. Anna Father Gregory Mastey Father John Paul Knopik, Parochial Vicar Co Rd 9 • 320-356-7313 Sat. 8:00 p.m.

St. Anthony Catholic Church Father Michael Naughton, OSB 24328 Trobec Street • 320-845-2416 Thurs. Mass 8:30 a.m. Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Father Michael A. Kellogg 44055 State Hwy 238 • 320-573-2975 Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 3:30 p.m. Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, St. Rosa Father Roger Klassen 28905 Co Rd 17 • 320-836-2537 Saturday Mass 8:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9 a.m. Weekday Mass: Mon. Thurs. 8:00 a.m.; Fri. 8:00 p.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation 15 min. before weekday Mass or by appt.

Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, Sauk Centre Father Roger V. Phillips 520 Main Street South 320-352-6882 or 320-285-2310 Holy Communion/Morning Prayer, 10 a.m. Wed. 1 p.m. Bible Study.

St. John’s Catholic Church, Swanville Father Ron Dockendorf 22nd 1st St • 320-547-2920 Saturday Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (LCMS), Swanville Pastor John O. Grein 505 Berkey Ave • 320-547-2928 Sunday Service 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Class 10:15 a.m.

Swanville Bible Church Pastor Dave Packo 301 Berkey Ave • 320-547-2916 Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Community Covenant Church, Upsala Pastor Craig Johnson Nathan Hillman, Director of Youth & Family Ministries Main Street • 320-573-2672 Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Gethsemane Lutheran Church ELCA, Upsala Pastor Trish Jorgenson 418 S Main St • 320-573-2001 Sunday School 9:00 a.m. for all ages, Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.; Holy Communion every Sunday. Fellowship following worship.

In the United States, nearly 30 million women and men of all ages, race and backgrounds suffer from a clinically significant eating disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia, at some point in their lives. An eating disorder affects the entire family.

To help, the St. Cloud Hospital Behavioral Health Clinic is offering a Family and Friends Support Group for Eating Disorders from 4:30-6:00 p.m. the first Thursday of the month beginning May 2 at CentraCare Health Plaza in the Leonard, Street & Deinard room. There will be no support group in July.

Groups are led by a licensed psychologist or registered dietitian and provide support to friends and family

through education and sharing with others who also have a loved one with an eating disorder. Each month a different topic will be explored. Attendees will take away tips for making mealtimes less stressful, how to respond to food and body image struggles and what to say or not to say.

People who may have or be at risk of developing eating disorders: Weigh themselves every day; Skip at least one meal a day; Count calories and fat grams every time they eat; and Exercise because they feel they have to, not because they want to.

There is no cost to attend. For more information, please call title Bette Bakke, PhD, LP, at 320-229-4918.

DNR encourages homeowners to complete necessary open burning The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages homeowners to complete necessary open burning now, as restrictions will take effect shortly after snowmelt occurs.

“Warm temperatures will continue to erode the snowpack in the next few weeks,” said Larry Himanga, DNR fire prevention coordinator. “This will expose last year’s leaves and other yard waste. The safest way to dispose of this vegetation is to recycle or compost it.”

Homeowners who choose to burn should do so under the safest conditions, which is when snow is still on the ground.

In addition, a DNR burning permit is not required when there are three or more inches of continuous snow cover. This cover drastically reduces the chance a fire will escape and burn unintended

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areas. Check local city and municipal regulations as many are more stringent.

Spring fire restrictions will soon take effect and will severely limit open burning until summer green-up occurs. Traditionally, most wildfires occur in April and May. More than 95 percent of these fires are caused by human error. Due to the high fire incidence during this period, the DNR initiates burning restrictions to coincide with this annual “fire season.”

The restrictions are weather dependent, but normally last from four to six weeks until sufficient green vegetative growth occurs. Historically, spring fire restrictions dramatically decrease the number and size of accidental fires.

By burning prior to snowmelt, homeowners can reduce the potential for an escaped fire, which could endanger homes and property. And, if the DNR or a fire department has to respond to an escaped fire, the homeowner is responsible for the cost.

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Mt. Olive Evangelical Lutheran Church, Upsala Pastor Fred Kutter 201 Johnson St • 320-573-2630 Sunday Service 8:00 a.m.

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St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Upsala Father Michael. A. Kellogg 402 Main Street • 320-573-2975 Sacrament of Reconciliation Sunday 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.

Word of Life Free Lutheran Church, Upsala Contact: Steve Johnson 3328 1st Ave W • 320-573-4450 Wednesday Kid’s Club, Youth Group & Adult Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

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Senator Gazelka’s Bill to Exempt Military Retirement Income from Income Taxes Advances in the Senate

State Senator Paul Gazelka, R-Cass County, was heard in the Senate Tax Reform Division Committee on Thursday and was laid over for consideration to be included in the Senate Tax Committee’s Omnibus Tax Bill.

The aim of this legislation is to attract retired military members to move back to Minnesota once they’re finished with their career in the military. Senator Gazelka said, “Generally, retired military members have identified themselves as highly skilled individuals. It would be valuable to Minnesota to give them incentive to return and hopefully become part of the workforce here and apply their expertise and become valuable assets to the private sector.”

The 2013 Legislative Session is set to adjourn on May 20th with many large omnibus bills, such as the Tax Omnibus Bill being debated extensively between now and then. “Senate File 32 has broad bipartisan support and I’m confident it will remain in the final bill,” said Senator Gazelka. “There have been several attempts over the past 8 years or so to pass legislation to exempt retired military members’ pay. With strong bipartisan support this year, I’m confident this will pass. Many retired military members have many years to contribute to the workforce and they have exceptional skills as proven and experienced leaders that can absolutely help benefit Minnesota’s economy.”

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Shipwrex Is Now Hiring

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St. Rosa Lumber is looking for an outgoing person for

Sales, Estimating & Computer Drafting Experience preferred Benefits include: Health & Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Vacation Pay Apply in person at: St. Rosa Lumber 29033 Co Rd 17, Freeport, MN in St. Rosa No Phone Calls, Please!

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Shipwrex Grill & Bar GREENHOUSE NOW OPEN! Ghost & Carolina peppers, vegetables, bedding plants, flowers, pre-potted flowers & hanging baskets. 1 mile North of Burtrum on Hwy. 28. 320-491-7374. 4/25P UPSALA GARAGE SALE: Multifamily., Fri., Apr. 12-Sat., Apr. 13. 7 am-6 pm. Tons of name-brand clothing for boys and girls, infant to adult; lots of children’s “stuff”; furniture, home decor, kitchen items, maternity, scrubs, costumes, boots/shoes, stroller, and much more! 115 1st Ave. W. in Upsala, Pete Michels/Michels Trucking residence.

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Full Time Construction Worker & Full Time Welder in Welding Shop

Experience preferred, but not necessary.

Benefits include: Health & Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Vacation Pay Apply in person at: Arnzen Construction 29033 Co Rd 17, Freeport, MN in St. Rosa No Phone Calls, Please!

WANTED TO BUY: Slaughter cows, also lumpjaw cattle, foundered steers, etc. (Pay with green.) Henry Kasper, 320-547-9913, cell 320-360-9913.

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CASH FOR OLD MOTORCYCLES WANTED 1960-1996 All Makes & Models

UPSALA SALE: 107 Main Street, April 12, 13; 8 am. Furniture, garden art.

HOUSE CLEANING: Will do house/ cabin cleaning on regular basis or seasonal. References available. Call Janine at 320-285-5902.

JK-tfnB TILLING: Will do garden tilling in the Grey Eagle area. Call 320-285-4900 or 320-630-5435.

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Townhomes For Rent

Long Prairie: Terrace Townhome

Melrose: Village Townhome

East Village Townhome Glenwood: Gables Townhome Sauk Centre: Centre Crossing Townhome

Centre Village Townhome Little Falls: Edgewater Townhome

Courtyard Townhome Royalton: Platwood Townhome

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WANTED TO BUY: Standing timber: White Oak, Red Oak, Maple, Basswood, Pine, & Poplar. Baum’s Logging, Burtrum, MN. Office: 320-285-3565, Cell: 320-815-1863.

SBtfnB GIVEAWAY: 2 piece sectional with hide-a-bed, includes corner table, foot stool and side table, good condition.

Call 320-248-5310.

FOR SALE: 10 week old female Chihuahua. Call 320-547-2485.

FOR SALE: Skyline fifth wheel camper, one slide out, 24.5 feet, lite, stored inside. Call 320-573-2340.

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For more information, contact Julie at 320-573-2151.

FOR SALE: Set of mirrors for truck and new bale spear. Call 320-630-5694.

FOR SALE: 2096 boat lift, 5ft. 3 pt. tiller. Call 320-285-2000 or 320-6305435.

FOR SALE: Chev. Impala LT 2007, low miles, clean, new tires, good mileage, V6, 3.5, asking $10,490 or B/O. Call 320-420-5435.

FOR SALE: Wood stove (furnace) Monarch (UL rated) whole house heat.

Call 320-285-4642.

FOR SALE: Taurus 9mm semi automatic Holster box shells $400, new never shot. Call 320-356-7794.

FOR SALE: Firewood, cut, split, dry, also boiler wood, $100 cord. Call 320845-2043, leave message. tfn FOR SALE: Big square & round bales of hay. Call Josh, 320-761-0778. tfn

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

In Albany: 1 & 2 Bedroom Cats Ok

Call Loreen for Details!

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HOUSE FOR SALE: New windows, doors, siding and shingles, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 car garage in Melrose, $135,000 or make an offer. Call Sandy 320-256-7679.

5/2P PERSONAL: Young 60 yr. old man with children seeks woman who loves children for friendship & hopefully more. Call 320-292-4385.

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Personal For Sale, Personal Wanted, or Giveaway type ads are FREE up to 20 words. 25¢ For Each Additional Word. Pre-Paid.

Business Ads: For Rent, Help Wanted, Wanted (For Profit), or Service type ads are $5.00 for 20 words. 25¢ For Each Additional Word. Pre-Paid.

For Info. Call 320-749-2611

One Bedroom Apartment Available Immediately

FOR SALE: Tractor mounted Allied front-end loader w/7’ snow bucket & 54” pallet fork. Call 320-249-3521, Albany.

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Earth Day is April 22 Do Your Part and Protect the Earth - Recycle!

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