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A sense of humor is no joke -By Harvey Mackay There is an Apache legend that the creator gave human beings the ability to talk and to run, and to look at things. But in addition, the legend says he was not satisfied until he also gave them the ability to laugh. After giving humans the ability to laugh, the creator said, “Now you are fit to live.”

A good sense of humor helps to overlook the unbecoming, understand the unconventional, tolerate the unpleasant, overcome the unexpected and outlast the unbearable.

“A sense of humor is the one thing no one will admit not having,” said none other than Mark Twain.

Life is too short to be serious all the

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time. How dull our existence would be without the potential to see the lighter side of situations. And how hopeless, too! Humor often represents hope, that the worst is behind us and better things are coming.

True, not all things are funny.

Knowing how and when to apply a filter is critical. And it’s usually better when the joke is on you, so your obvious amusement signals permission to see the humor in a situation.

“If I were given the opportunity to present a gift to the next generation, it would be the ability for each individual to learn to laugh at himself,” said Charles Schulz, creator of the longrunning “Peanuts” comic strip.

April is National Humor Month. I would propose that we celebrate humor every single month, all year long. I can’t imagine a day without humor.

I value a sense of humor very highly when I am hiring people, especially for sales and customer service jobs. My employees know I love a good laugh.

For years I started every sales meeting with a funny story or joke and asked other managers to do the same. I wasn’t looking for the next Tina Fey or Jimmy Fallon. I just wanted to loosen up the group and put them in a good mood.

The same attitude is important for anyone who comes into contact with customers. If you’ve ever flown on a Southwest Airlines flight, you might have heard the safety instructions

delivered in a variety of amusing ways.

The message is quite serious, but their approach serves a number of purposes: encouraging people to actually listen to what’s being said, putting passengers in a more relaxed mood after the stress of airport hassles, and letting folks know that the flight attendants are enjoying their work and want you to enjoy your trip.

Did you watch the Super Bowl? Or more specifically, did you watch the commercials? At a cool $5 million for a 30-second spot, the price tag is enough to make a business cry. But year in and year out, the ads command almost as much attention as the game itself – because they make people laugh. And then talk about them the next day.

And buy those products. Beer isn’t inherently funny, nor are tortilla chips or car insurance, but somehow humor makes those items more memorable.

Some of the funniest people I know are also among the quietest. You have to listen closely to what they say, because the quips sneak out when you least Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

APRIL 14-17 • Town & Country Players presents “Country Is...” at the Melrose School.

April 14-16: 7:30 p.m. April 17: 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 16 • Grey Eagle Senior Center 12th Annual Rock-a-Thon from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the center.

• Pelican Lake Assoc. of St. Anna Fundraiser Dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Landing, St. Anna. See ad on page 3.

SUNDAY, APRIL 24 • St. Rosa Jaycees Breakfast from 8:30 a.m.-12 noon at St. Rose of Lima Church, St. Rosa. See ad on page 3.

• 45th Annual Swanycake & Sausage Supper from 3-8:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Parish, St. Anthony.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Potluck/ Bingo Party at 12-noon at the center.

THURSDAY, APRIL 28 • Spring Meal & Silent Auction Fundraiser from 5-7 p.m. at the Upsala Area Community Center.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30 • Upsala Cooperative Telephone Association Annual Meeting at 10 a.m. at the Upsala Area School Auditorium.

• Craft, Bake Sale, & Raffle from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Bowlus.

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.

FEET FIRST CLINIC • Meets every 1st Tuesday morning at Holdingford City Hall.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION • Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution first Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre.

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 SENIORS • Exercise Classes every Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:30 a.m. at the Grey Eagle Senior Center.

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

HELPING HANDS EXERCISE • Exercise and Line Dancing meets every Wednesday at 9:15 a.m., Holdingford City Hall.

HELPING HANDS COM. LUNCH • Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Holdingford Legion.

SUCCESSFUL SINGLES FOR WOMEN • Meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at Titus-2 Ministry Center, Alexandria.

SUNSHINE CLUB • Meets every Monday, weigh in at 9 a.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.

ST. CLOUD SINGLES CLUB • Dance & Activities every third Friday from 8-12 at the Waite Park Legion.

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 at 7 p.m.

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.

UPSALA COMMUNITY CENTER • Exercise Program every Monday at 10:15 a.m.

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

Temperatures Date

4/6 4/7 4/8 4/9 4/10 4/11 4/12

High 36 37 32 39 48 36 37

Low 28 30 18 12 28 23 16

Friday

Mostly sunny.

High: 71 Low: 54

Weekend Weather Saturday

Mostly sunny.

High: 68 Low: 46

Sunday

Partly cloudy.

High: 59 Low: 38

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Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 expect them. For example, a woman approached President Calvin Coolidge, aptly nicknamed “Silent Cal,” at a dinner and said, “Mr. President, I have a bet with my friend that I can get you to say more than two words.” Coolidge replied, “You lose!”

You may think you have to be born funny, but I disagree. Finding the humor in everyday life is easy if you just look for it. People who take themselves too seriously are a constant source of amusement for me. Take this young job-seeker, for example: At the end of a job interview, the human resources person asked a young engineer fresh out of a top university, “And what starting salary were you looking for?”

The engineer said optimistically, “In the neighborhood of $125,000 a year, depending on the benefits package.”

The interviewer said, “Well, what

would you say to a package of fiveweeks vacation, 14 paid holidays, full medical and dental, company matching retirement fund to 50 percent of salary, and a company car leased every two years, say, a red Corvette?”

The engineer sat up straight and said, “Wow! Are you kidding?”

And the interviewer replied, “Yeah, but you started it.”

Mackay’s Moral: Life isn’t always funny, but a sense of humor always helps.

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!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us,” “The Mackay MBA of Selling in the Real World,” and “Use Your Head To Get Your Foot In The Door.”

Spring truck weight restrictions end April 15 for south, southeast, metro and central frost zones Spring truck weight restrictions on state highways will end April 15 for Minnesota’s South, Southeast, Metro and Central frost zones, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. There is one exception in the south zone. The spring truck weight restrictions continue on Highway 277 between Glueck and Highway 40 because of soil weakness.

Spring load restrictions are still in effect in the north-central and north frost zones.

Ending dates for spring load restrictions are established by monitoring roadway strength as weather conditions change.

The South Zone extends south from the southern limit of the Central Zone (US 12 – Hennepin county line) to the Iowa state line and east to the Metro Zone and then a line following and including Interstate 35. This zone includes Highway 19 along the southern border of Scott County.

The Southeast Zone extends south from the southern limit of the Metro Zone along, but not including, I-35 to the Iowa state line and east to the Wisconsin state line. This zone includes Highway 19 along the southern border of Dakota County.

The Metro Zone (Minneapolis – St. Paul metro area) includes Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington counties. This zone does not include Highway 19 along the southern borders of Scott and Dakota counties.

The Central Zone extends south from the southern limit of the NorthCentral Zone (US 10 – Highway 210 – Highway 18 – I-35 – Highway 48 – Wis-

consin state line) to a line following and including US 12 from the South Dakota state line to the Hennepin County line.

Road restriction maps showing the locations of weight-restricted routes and state highways open to maximum 10-ton axle weights are listed at www.dot.state. mn.us/materials. Click on “Seasonal Load Limits,” and then “Spring Load Restrictions” for the most up-to-date information.

The information is also available by calling MnDOT’s 24-hour automated message center at 1-800-723-6543 in the United States and Canada or by calling 651-366-5400.

Middle-range overweight permits become available within each frost zone when spring load restrictions are lifted.

Full-summer overweight permits become available within each frost zone starting two to three weeks after spring load restrictions are lifted.

Travelers in Minnesota can get upto-date information on road conditions, construction and weather reports by dialing 511 or visiting www.511mn.org.

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Time to Stop Pruning Oaks The safe period to prune oak trees is over, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

With recent warm temperatures, oaks are now at high risk of becoming infected with oak wilt.

“Beetles that carry the oak wilt fungus are attracted to sap on fresh cuts on oaks,” said Brian Schwingle, DNR forest health specialist. “Therefore, oaks should not be pruned when these beetles are active, which is right now.”

Current oak wilt risk level can be found on the DNR oak wilt Web page at www.mndnr.gov/treecare/forest_ health/oakwilt.

Oak wilt symptoms start in the tree’s outer crown and move inward.

Trees in the red oak group (northern red and pin oaks; black oaks) can die within weeks of becoming infected, while white oaks can take years. Bur oaks take from a year to several years to die from oak wilt.

According to Schwingle, oak wilt spreads from infected trees to healthy trees in two ways: by disease-carrying-beetles attracted to fresh wounds

or cuts and through the fungus moving between connected roots of oaks.

To prevent the spread of oak wilt, follow these guidelines: • Trim oak trees during the winter (November through February).

• Avoid wounding or cutting oak trees when beetles are active in spring and summer.

• Immediately treat cuts or wounds with pruning paint from spring through autumn.

• Cut down diseased oaks in the winter.

• Destroy infected wood or treat wood on site by debarking, chipping or tarping the wood. * To tarp diseased wood properly, cover split wood with plastic and bury the edges for at least twelve months to kill the oak wilt fungus and any insects.

Before removing diseased oaks from spring through autumn, sever root connections between healthy and diseased oaks. Work with an experienced, professional arborist or forester. Learn more about oak wilt control at www. mndnr.gov/treecare/forest_health/oakwilt/whatcanido.html.

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Pelican Lake Association of St. Anna Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.

Annual Fundraiser, Dinner, Silent Auction, Meat Raffles

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Obituaries Charles “Bud” G. Pendroy Charles “Bud” G. Pendroy, age 87 of Sauk Centre and formerly of Grey Eagle and St. Paul, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at the St. Cloud Hospital in Saint Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m.

Saturday, April 9th at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ronald Dockendorf presiding. Interment was held in the parish cemetery.

Charles Gordon Pendroy was born December 15, 1928 in Sauk Centre, Minnesota to Charles and Jenny (Engel) Pendroy. He grew up in Sauk Centre, attended high school and later joined the United States Army Air Corp. While serving in the Army Air Corps, he was stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska for two years. On September 16, 1950, he was united in marriage to Bernice “BC” Marie Van Heel in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle. During the early years of their marriage, Bud farmed and then took a job in a paper mill in the Twin Cities where he worked for 31 years. In 1984, he retired and BC and Bud enjoyed wintering in Texas for 18 years. Bud was proud to point out that he worked for 31 years and had

Julia C. Zehnle

M a s s of Christian Burial was held Saturday, April 9, 2016 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Long Prairie for Julia C. Zehnle, age 98, who passed away We d n e s d a y, April 4, 2016 at CentraCare Health Systems-Long Prairie. Fr. Omar Guanchez officiated and burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Long Prairie.

Julia Catherine Zehnle was born May 4, 1917 in Reynolds Township, Todd County, Minnesota, the daughter of William and Mary (Laumeyer) Zehnle. She grew up on the family

been retired for 32 years! He enjoyed hunting and fishing, cutting and splitting wood, and target practice. Carving and whittling wood into little animals and birds was a favorite pastime. Together Bud and BC traveled the United States – making campgrounds their home as they explored. Bud enjoyed spending time with his family and had a great love for his family dogs – Bridget, Dusty, and Ginger.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Bernice; sons, Tom (Kathy) Pendroy of Coon Rapids and Jerry (Joan) Pendroy of Spring Lake Park; grandchildren, Heidi Pendroy, Sarah (William) Lane, Laura Pendroy, James Pendroy, Jenny (Matt) Lavigne, and Jodi (Jeff) Leirness; great grandchildren, Hailey Lane, Billy Lane, Maya Pendroy O’Toole, Liam Lavigne, and Lyssa Lavigne; and many nieces and nephews who really loved him.

Bud was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Diane Lynn Pendroy; mother, Jenny Pendroy; father, Charles Pendroy; step-mother, Louise (Parker) Pendroy; and sister, Lorraine Kitzburger.

Serving as casket bearers were his grandchildren, Heidi, Sarah, Laura, James, Jenny, and Jodi. Cross bearer was Hailey Lane and Liam Lavigne was scripture bearer. Gift bearers included Billy Lane, Maya Pendroy O’Toole, and Lyssa Lavigne.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

farm and attended country school and later graduated from Long Prairie High School in 1934. She graduated from St. Benedicts in 1938. She remained on the farm until moving to the nursing home in February of 2011. She was employed

by Todd County Social Services from February 15, 1939 until her retirement in September of 2004. Julia enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and reading.

Julia is survived by her sister, Marie Stepaniak, St. Paul; 18 nephews, 20 nieces, and many grand nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Benedict, Leonard, Anthony, William, JR., and Rudolph, and sisters Leona Stepaniak, Agnes Quinn, Rita Schibilla, Catherine Nelson, Lucille Pesta, Rosalind and Ardis Anne Zehnle.

Geneieve J. “Gen” Hannaman Geneieve J. “Gen” Hannaman, age 81 of Melrose, passed away peacefully and was surrounded by her family on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at the CentraCare Health Nursing Home in Sauk

Centre, Minnesota.

A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Monday, April 11 at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church in Melrose with Rev. David Mommens officiating. Inurnment will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Melrose.

Geneieve Jean Schmidtke was born February 20, 1935 in Pineville, Missouri to William and Jennie (Atwell) Schmidtke. She attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School in Fairmont through the eighth grade and earned her GED through the public school in Fairmont.

She was united in marriage to Gordon Hannaman on November 20, 1953 in Seattle, Washington. Gen worked at the Fairmont Canning Company and 3M Manufacturing in Fairmont. She also worked at Kraft Foods in New Ulm and Jennie-O Foods in Melrose. Gen retired at age 40 to take care of her grandchildren in her home in rural Melrose.

Joseph A. “Joe” Illies

Joseph A. “Joe” Illies, age 65 of Menahga and formerly of Meire Grove, died unexpectedly of natural causes at his home in Menahga on Tuesday, April 5, 2016.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Friday, April 8, 2016 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Marvin Enneking presiding. Inurnment took place in the parish cemetery.

Joseph Andrew Illies was born September 6, 1950 in Melrose, Minnesota to Victor Clemens and Regina M. (Meyer) Illies. Joe graduated from Melrose High School. Following

She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Melrose where she taught Sunday school when her children were young. Gen also served in the kitchen at church for bible school and was part of the ladies aide group at church. She was also a member of the American Legion Unit 101 Auxiliary in Melrose. Gen enjoyed quilting, bowling, canning her garden produce and loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Gordon “Gordy” Hannaman of Melrose; loving children, Larry Hannaman of St. Cloud, Jennie (Michael Schaab) Schmidtke of Melrose, and Kim Schwieters of Waco, Texas; 11 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren; and sisters, Florence Kehr and Dorothy Arndt.

Gen was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Arthur, Bill, and Sam Schmidtke; and sisters, Sandra Asmus, Henrietta Davenport, and Rozella Millsaps.

Serving as casket bearers were Shawn Williams, Shannon Williams, Sheena Hoeschen, Sherri Verdon, Aaron Schwieters, and Connor Hannaman. Honorary bearers were Jessica Schwieters, Jon Schaab, Lynnea Schwieters, Rae Ann Gallatti, and Kiana Hannaman.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

his education, he worked as a carpenter in the Twin Cities for many years. He later drove school bus in Menahga until his death.

Joe was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove, St. Joseph’s Men’s Society in Meire Grove, and Catholic United Financial.

Survivors include: sisters, Kathleen Meyer of Spring Hill and Marie (Mike) Pung of Cold Spring; brother, Dennis (Kathy) Illies of Meire Grove; and nieces and nephews.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Regina Illies; brother, Harold Illies; sister, Jeanette Fuchs; and brothers-in-law, George Fuchs and Sylvester Meyer.

Serving as urn bearer was Dennis Illies. Cross bearer was Mary Stalboerger and scripture bearer was Jody Illies.

Serving as gift bearers were Karl Pung, Sharon Meyer, and Mary Stalboerger.

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Sandra L. Sandberg Warzecha

Funeral services were held at 11 AM, Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the First Baptist Church, Long Prairie, for Sandra L. Sandberg Warzecha, age 52, of Eagle Bend, who passed away on Wednesday at the St. Cloud Hospital. Revs. Dallas Smith and Gary Taylor officiated.

Sandra Lynne Wallace was born August 1, 1963 in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of William and Patricia (Wolleat) Wallace. She grew up in Grand Rapids, MN and later Hinckley, MN. She graduated from Hinckley High School in 1981 and Brainerd Community College. She moved to Long Prairie in 1980. Sandra married Raleigh Sandberg on Sept. 15, 1984 in Long Prairie; Raleigh died March 6, 2007. She married Ralph Warzecha on August 14, 2010 in Long Prairie.

Sandra worked as a radio announcer at KEYL in Long Prairie and the LOON in Brainerd; she also worked as an EMT in the Twin Cities.

Sandra was a member of the National Wild Turkey Federation and helped with wild animal rescues. She loved to plant flowers, cook, ride horses, skydive, and travel, especially to Montana, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. Sandra loved her dogs with Newfoundlands her favorite breed.

Her dream was always to live in the mountains.

Sandra is survived by her husband Ralph Warzecha, Eagle Bend; children Danielle (Brandon Pflipsen) Sandberg, Upsala and Ashley (Lee) Current, Staples; parents, William and Patricia Wallace, Aitkin; sisters, Joan Wallace, Cambridge and Jackie Lewis, Moose Lake; and nine grandchildren, Dylan, Hannah, Logan, Tegan, Eric, Amelia, Noah, Allison, and Emma Jean.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Raleigh Sandberg, her paternal grandfather, William Wolleat, and her paternal grandparents, Donald and Katharine Wallace.

Janet Marie (Trossen) Warner

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am, Saturday, April 16, 2016 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Long Prairie for Janet Marie (Trossen) Warner, age 76, who passed away on Monday, April 11 at CentraCare Hospital in Long Prairie after a long and grace-filled battle with cancer and other health ailments. Fr. Omar Guanchez will officiate and burial will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Camp Ripley, Minnesota. Family and friends may call from 4-8 pm, Friday and after 8 am Saturday at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home – Stein Chapel, Long Prairie. St. Mary’s Catholic Women will pray the rosary at 4 pm, Friday at the funeral home.

Janet was the oldest child born to Clarence and Alice (Ward) Trossen on February 28, 1940 in St. Cloud, Minnesota. She spent her childhood in St. Cloud, Greenwald and Meier Grove before moving with her family to Crystal. She graduated from St. Francis High School in Little Falls then attended beauty school in St. Cloud earning a Cosmetology license. She married Roger Warner on November 26, 1960 at St. Raphael’s Catholic Church in Crystal and they made their home in Long Prairie their entire married life. She worked for many years as

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With strict orders to “Shoot to Thrill!” the Gould Brothers are bringing the “World’s Most Entertaining Shooting Exhibition” to Camp Lebanon on Saturday, April 23 for a 1:00 PM shooting show for men and boys. Featuring Steve and Aaron Gould from the Long Prairie area, the exhibition is free of charge and will run rain or shine.

The Gould Brothers perform oneof-a-kind live exhibition shooting shows at outdoor events all across the United States. Combining amazing shooting stunts with comical personalities, they put on a show that is both high caliber and super fun.

“The Goulds are doing very well in the Exhibition Shooting World and I endorse them,” said the late Tom Knapp, a shooting legend and three-time world record holder in hand-thrown clay targets. “These boys are good!”

Winchester’s Scott Grange was also impressed. “Not only are they great shooters,” Grange said, “they are tremendous ambassadors for the shooting sports.”

Aaron Gould developed his love for shooting sports at a young age thanks to an uncle who took him on walks in the woods and shooting outings on his grandparents’ farm. Squirrel hunting gave him first skills as a marksmen and outdoorsman.

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“Steve and I love to see people get excited about the outdoors,” Aaron said.

“One of the many awesome aspects of what we do is inspiring the future hunters and shooters of tomorrow.”

Unlike his younger brother and most pros, Steve Gould didn’t grow up hunting. A life-change in college ignited a passion for shooting sports and every free moment from then on was spent in the field or on the range. Through hard work and determination, Steve rose to his current level of professional shooting.

“My story shows that if even you didn’t grow up hunting and shooting, it’s not too late to start,” Steve explained.

“One of our goals it to spark interest in kids and adults to help ensure that our hunting and shooting heritage continues.”

Shooting clay targets with guns held behind their backs, over their heads, and between their legs, the Gould brothers should do just that.

Camp Lebanon is a Bible camp located four miles west of Upsala on the north side of Cedar Lake. For more information, visitwww.camplebanon.org.

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Pelicans on Annual Spring Migration to Minnesota Flocks of giant white birds are catching the eyes of outdoor enthusiasts across Minnesota, as once-rare American white pelicans migrate north to their nesting grounds across the state, according to the Department of Natural Resources.

American white pelicans are among the world’s largest birds and are easily recognized in flight. Wingspans up to 9 feet, bright white plumage with blackedged wings and large, orange bills distinguish them from any other species.

“Pelicans often fly in evenly spaced lines or V formations,” said Lisa GelvinInnvaer, DNR nongame wildlife specialist. “Unlike swans or geese which fly with necks outstretched, pelicans fly with their necks doubled back against their shoulders. They often set up a rhythmic pattern of wing beats that ripple from the lead bird back to the end.”

American white pelicans were driven to near extinction in the early 20th century from human pressures. There were no reports of nesting pelicans in Minnesota for 90 years, from 1878 until 1968.

Conservation efforts and federal regulations have helped pelican populations make a slow and steady comeback. Still, they remain one of Minnesota’s Species in Greatest Conservation Need.

“The prairie pothole region of western Minnesota hosts 22 percent of the

global population of this species,” Gelvin-Innvaer said.

In Minnesota, the last survey estimated about 22,000 pairs of pelicans that nest at 16 sites on seven lakes across the state. This year, another statewide survey will provide an update.

American white pelicans leave Minnesota each fall as lakes and rivers freeze.

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Birth Announcement

Minnesota Through The Lens:

Submitted by: Richard Ohmann

Tanner Allen Barlau

Brandon Barlau and Katrina Hendrickson of Albany are proud to announce the birth of their son, Tanner Allen Barlau, born Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 10:38 p.m. at the CentraCare Health-Melrose.

Tanner weighed 10 pounds, 2 ounces and measured 23 inches in length.

Grandparents are Bruce and Jane Barlau, and John and JoAnn Hendrickson. Great-grandparents are Herbert and Lorraine Schmidt of Waite Park, Wilma Scheid of Albany, and Loretta Hendrickson of Evereth.

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey

Dear Dave, My husband and I are just starting to get control of our finances, but we have a problem.

My dad has a habit of expecting us to buy things for him. I know he has money, but anytime he knows we’re going to the store, he gives us a list of things he wants. If he’s with us, he just throws things in the cart and expects us to pay. He acts like we have an obligation to do all this for him. I love my dad, but this has become annoying. What can we do?

-Christina Dear Christina, I know you love your dad, but he sounds like the kind of guy who doesn’t really respect boundaries. And these kinds of folks, as a rule, don’t like it when they’re suddenly confronted with them. Regardless, you need to have a firm but loving talk with your dad.

Let him know how much he means to both of you, but remind him that you and your husband are working hard to get into better financial shape. This means you can’t spend more than is absolutely necessary. If he’s hungry, have him over for dinner. If he just needs one or two small things, that’s not such a big deal.

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You aren’t an unloving or ungrateful daughter for not letting him run all over you. Talk to him in a kind, respectful way. If you feel you can’t stand up to him alone, ask your husband to lend support or put a voice to your wishes.

It’s important that you’re both on the same page with this issue.

-Dave Dear Dave, I’m debt-free except for my house. I make about $120,000 a year, and I have a truck that’s worth around $33,000 and a car that’s worth $28,000. I don’t have an emergency fund, so I was wondering if I should sell the truck to establish my emergency savings.

-Eric Dear Eric, A good rule of thumb is to never have more than half of your annual income tied up in things that go down in value. You’re not quite there, but you’re close. And I love your idea of wanting to immediately establish an emergency fund. You never know what life is going to unexpectedly throw at you, and an emergency fund is great insurance against that sort of thing.

Here’s how I look at it. Nothing you’ve told me indicates that this truck represents anything being out of control.

It’s an expensive truck, but it’s not like you make $30,000 a year and have a $33,000 truck. That kind of thing would be just plain stupid. But if you don’t need or want the truck — and you’re that passionate about having a big, instant emergency fund in place — then sell it!

-Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business.

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Sudoku is one of the most popular puzzle games of all time. The goal of Sudoku is to fill a 9×9 grid with numbers so that each row, column and 3×3 section contain all of the digits between 1 and 9. As a logic puzzle, Sudoku is also an excellent brain game.

Thought for the week:

The more sand that has escaped from the hourglass of our life, the clearer we should see through it.

-Jean Paul

Everything we do in life is the result of a choice or decision we make. Every choice has its consequence or outcome.

There are times when we make a choice and we are pleased with the outcome or result. Other times we make decisions that hurt or haunt us; bring results that embarrass us or bring our lives or our goals to a grinding halt. Sometimes the results of the choices we make force us to look carefully at what we have done with our lives. Every choice, however, contributes to the legacy that we will leave behind us.

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We all know of the tragedies in David’s life because he consciously broke his vows to God: he, with careful planning and deliberate choices, committed crimes against both God and man. He knew what he deserved but went to God asking for and receiving forgiveness.

The result? “You have delivered me from death...that I may walk before You in the light of life.”

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Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Adjusting State’s Budget and more from St. Paul Highly anticipated supplemental spending targets were released late last week by House Republicans.

While this is not a budget year, many requests for additional funding have been made this year because of our anticipated $900 million surplus. We in the House have chosen to hold targets to a net-zero spending level and will dedicate the surplus money to transportation and tax reductions. In that way, we can provide the most tax relief possible, in addition to increasing funds for roads and bridges without any gas tax increase.

There will be modest increases in some areas. Broadband is one example, as we must expand high speed service to more areas of Greater Minnesota. In addition to an influx of federal money for high speed internet, the state will continue its Border to Border Broadband program and provide funding in addition to the $10 million allocated last year. Our proposal this year is in the $20 to $30 million range.

As mentioned, there will be reductions in other areas, with agriculture being one of them. Slightly less than $2 million will be reduced from ag. I must point out, however, that this area saw an increase of more than 40 percent last year in the baseline, two-year budget.

Much of that went for work in the area of Avian Flu, with another significant amount slated for new research in the field of agriculture. Several million dollars remain in the bird flu account, and thankfully, no new cases have developed this year. It’s hoped that we can re-purpose some of those remaining dollars, while making disease outbreaks such as was experienced last year eligible for the state’s disaster fund.

The Senate is expected to announce its targets this week, and there are likely to be major differences in spending pri-

orities. They have shown more support for early education programs, in addition to an increase in the gas tax. Once both bodies have made their plans public, the spending bills can be put together and the negotiations will start.

A group of 18 cities and sanitary districts from outstate Minnesota have filed a petition with the state’s Pollution Control Agency in hopes of amending the recently adopted water quality standards for rivers and streams. According to a release from the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities, the rulemaking petition is authorized under state law because new evidence showing scientific tests, upon which the standards partially rely, are not supported by the EPA or based on peer reviewed science. The concern is that MPCA could require cities and sanitary districts to pay for expensive upgrades that may fail to actually improve and protect water quality. The petition seeks to amend, not repeal, the rules.

Winter coats and stocking caps were the norm these past few days for any outdoor activity. High winds seemingly every day have some talking about drought conditions this summer. I worked up a field and planted wheat over the weekend, and Saturday’s strong southerly winds were followed by equally strong winds the next day out of the north. The soil, when worked, becomes fine and almost turns into a powdery texture in some places. Moisture will be needed soon to settle things down and replenish the soil. The planting of corn and sugar beets will not begin in earnest until temps warm up, which will probably occur later this week.

Rep. Anderson can be contacted by email at rep.paul.anderson@house.mn or by phone at 651-296-4317. To receive email updates sign-up on his webpage at www.house.mn/13a.

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Partner with U of M Extension to bring Deep Winter Greenhouse Technology to your Farm or Community Minnesotans have the opportunity to build Deep Winter Greenhouses (DWGs) for growing fresh produce as part of a new project being offered this spring. The University of Minnesota Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) seek one farmer, business, or community organization in each of its five regions to build an on-farm or in-community DWG for production, research, and extension.

DWGs are a passive solar, low-cost, low-carbon winter food production system. The structure is built with a southfacing, angled glazing wall that captures heat from the sun. Heat is stored in an underground rock bed and dissipates into the above-ground planting area at night.

The construction of these five DWGs will enable community partners to grow fresh produce throughout the winter months, and allow for University-based research into improved production capacity and building performance.

RSDP will provide approximately half of the cost to build a prototype DWG as compensation for shared access to

their DWG for research projects, public workshops, and demonstrations for a period of three years. Proposals are due May 3.

“We anticipate strong interest from local farmers and community members in partnering with the University of Minnesota on Deep Winter Greenhouse technology. This innovative design provides a viable and environmentally conscious source of local foods during Minnesota’s cold winter months,” said Central RSDP Executive Director Molly Zins.

RSDP is composed of a statewide office and five regional partnerships and is part of University of Minnesota Extension. For more information on DWGs and the Request for Applications, visit: http://z.umn.edu/14me. Descriptions of RSDP’s regions are available on RSDP’s website.

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Republicans unveil broadband proposals On Wednesday, April 13, House Republicans unveiled a series of proposals to increase broadband access throughout Minnesota. The proposals total $35 million including $7 million dedicated to improving broadband access for Minnesota students through new, innovative grant programs. Rep. Ron Kresha, R-Little Falls, has led the push for increased broadband support around the state.

“Because of innovation in education and health services, people in unserved and underserved areas in Minnesota are relying on adequate broadband speeds,” said Kresha. “Students, local governments, and main street businesses rely on increased broadband offerings to compete globally.”

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Inner city, suburban, and rural districts can use the grants to purchase mobile hotspots for student use or provide wifi hotspots to adult education classes and displaced workers. Education Finance Chair Jenifer Loon, R-Eden Prairie, supports the measures to bring broadband to underserved schools.

“School districts statewide can receive up to $100,000 for equipment and operating costs to improve broadband connectivity,” said Loon. “Giving disadvantaged children the ability to connect with the rest of the world is important for the future of our state.”

Along with broadband education funding, Republicans proposed an additional $28 million for rural broadband expansion. Combined with federal Connect America Funds, Minnesotans will see a historic broadband infrastructure investment. The funding focuses on unserved and underserved areas, as well as areas with larger numbers of low-income households.

“We cannot continue to let rural Minnesota slip further behind other parts of the state that already have fast, reliable internet access,” said Dave Baker, R-Willmar. “It is time to help Greater Minnesota gain the broadband access they desperately need.”

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April 3, 2016: At 22:41 hours Todd County Sheriffs Office received a car vs deer report. Jon Barthel, 40, of Grey Eagle reported that he hit a deer on County 39. Damage was done to the front of his truck, no injuries were reported. A car deer permit tag was given to Barthel for the deer.

April 6, 2016: At 13:20 hours the Todd County Sheriffs Office responded to a 1 vehicle rollover on County 12 near Grosbeak Rd. Juana Cruz, 25, of Long Prairie was traveling NW when she got too far onto the shoulder and proceeded to roll the vehicle. Cruz was transported by the Long Prairie Ambulance to the Centra-Care Hospital with nonlife threatening injuries. The passenger, Anahi Cisneros, 14, of Long Prairie was not hurt. Long Prairie Fire Department assisted with the accident.

April 9, 2016: At 18:28 hours the Todd County Sheriffs Office responded to a 1 vehicle rollover on Imperial Road in Long Prairie Township. The driver, Jeremiah Mock, 16 of Long Prairie, was traveling Eastbound when his vehicle went off the curve and rolled. Mock and his three passengers, Subris Mechaet 16, Nina Quillo 16, and Diego Garcia 16, all of Long Prairie did not report any injuries. Petries Towing assisted with the crash.

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Local Municipality Minutes Grey Eagle City March 8, 2016 These are unapproved minutes.

The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Jim Gohman at 7:00 p.m., on the 8th day of March, 2016 in council chambers. Council members present were Thom Muellner, Roland Ahrendt and Joe Arnzen. Council member Ralph Muellner was absent. Also in attendance were Chico Hellmann, Lori Hellmann and guest Sheriff Don Asmus.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the amended agenda. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve the minutes of the February 9, 2016 meeting as written. A second was made by Thom Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

Discussion was held with Sheriff Don Asmus regarding the numerous complaints being received regarding semi-trucks and reefer trailers running or idling next to residential homes. Residents in the affected areas are frustrated that nothing is being done. Sheriff Don Asmus stated that the only way to really address the issue is by adopting an ordinance regulating how long a truck or reefer trailer may idle or run. The council realizes that the trucking industry provides a great service, however attempts have been made asking drivers to limit the running or idling of their equipment with no real change. As a result, the council will be forced to work with the City Attorney to draw up an ordinance regulating the idling or running of semi-trucks and reefer trailers within the city.

The Clerk was instructed to contact the City Attorney to see if a draft ordinance can be ready for the April meeting.

The following water, wastewater maintenance items were discussed: 1. The city truck on the driver’s side is rusting. Mike Shabel estimated it would cost approximately $1,000 to take care of the rust. A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the repairs to the city truck at Shabel’s Auto Body for approximately $1,000. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

2. Chico Hellmann attended the Minnesota Rural Water Conference where he tested for the Class D wastewater licensure. It will be a couple of weeks before he receives any results.

3. Chico Hellmann reported that the pump at the East Lift Station has been repaired. A claim was submitted to the city’s insurance for possible reimbursement.

4. Chico Hellmann is working with Matt Zinniel to get estimates for seal coating and crack sealing of city streets.

A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to appoint Chico Hellmann, Maintenance Supervisor and Lori Hellmann, City Clerk as Wellhead Protection Managers. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve Resolution No. 2016-04, A Resolution Accepting $2,500 Donation from the Grey Eagle Burtrum Lions Club for Race on Trace Trophies. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The above stated resolution may be read in its entirety at the Clerk’s office.

Mayor Jim Gohman gave an update on the property clean up at 304 State Street East. There is work being done to install a door on the east side of the building. Supports are being installed as they go.

There has been some plumbing for bathrooms and some heating has

been installed. There have been many items that were hauled away.

Once the east side of the building is opened up, any dismantling will be done inside. The property will be blocked off so nobody will have access. The City has an easement that goes back to the old football field.

That easement will be honored for city purposes only and not for public use.

Mayor Jim Gohman read a letter from a resident requesting a temporary variance on the two dog limit. They had three dogs prior to moving into the city and cannot choose between them. The dogs all have current vaccinations and are contained to the property or on leashes. A motion was made

by Joe Arnzen to approve a temporary variance for the keeping of three dogs. Should one of the dogs pass away, they would be required to abide by the two dog limit as ordinance stipulates. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

The Clerk was instructed to proceed with delinquent utilities as allowed by ordinance.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the various fund transfers as follows: $197.70 from the Sewer Fund to the Sewer Rehab Fund, $748.26 from the Fire Fund to the Fire Hall Debt Service Fund and $104.38 from the General Fund of which $40.38 goes to the Water Fund and $64 goes to the Sewer Fund for Fire Hall and Library utilities. A second was made

by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to pay the bills as listed and to include the payment of the additional items as follows: $102 to Larry Brake, $2,143.00 to Minnesota Power, $55 to Minnesota Pollution Control, $9,721.57 to Central Minnesota Credit Union, $7,252.65 to Central Minnesota Credit Union, $5,113.53 to Central Minnesota Credit Union, $15,861.55 to Central Minnesota Credit Union, and

Burnhamville Township Residents and Landowners Dust Abatement for 2016

Burnhamville Township will again be applying a dust abatement product on township roads where requested by residents. The cost is $ .74 per foot. The township will pay half and the property owner will pay half the cost if requested by April 29, 2016.

Interested residents may contact the clerk at 320-285-2050.

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$20,457.32 to Central Minnesota Credit Union. A second was made

by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Thom Muellner to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 p.m. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The next regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 in council chambers.

Lori Hellmann, City Clerk Grey Eagle Township April 4, 2016 These are unapproved minutes.

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.

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.

Approval of Minutes: The clerk provided copies of the March 7, 2016 minutes to the board. Mary Ann asked that the minutes be amended to include the motion by Mike to have CLC of Albany do the updates for the computer. Ray had made a second to that motion, and it was approved. Mike made the motion to accept that correction, Ray made the second. Motion carried.

Mike made the motion to approve the minutes as corrected. Ray made the second, all in favor. Minutes approved.

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

Claims list included 13 claims 2906-2918 for a total of $4,987.67.

Ray made the motion to approve the claims; Mike made the second, Motion carried unanimously. Mail received included trainings offered, ads for Arvig and a realtor. Ron received a letter from Central Applicators and Ray had a card from Carr’s Tree service. Reminder that the Todd County Township Assoc. mtg. is April 7 in Browerville and the Equalization mtg. on April 12 at 1:00.

Road and Bridge Report: Ray stated he was not happy with the disking job that was done. The washboards need to be cut out better and the shoulders cut off to allow water runoff. Discussion on whether to replace a culvert on 335th was tabled until the road check is done.

A property owner made a request for a culvert on 116th. After some discussion it was approved and must be done according to Township requirements. The Township will again be doing dust control.

The price for this year is $74.00 per hundred foot length. After some discussion it was decide to pass a resolution to limit the cost sharing to 400 ft. per property for 2016.

Ray made the motion to approve that resolution and Mike made the second. Motion carried. The Township will also post notices for beach

Pulse on People

Kelly Kennedy, Luther College senior of Grey Eagle, Minnesota, has been named to the 2015 fall semester Dean’s List. Kennedy is the child of Patrick and Linda Kennedy.

This fall’s list includes 742 students: 93 first-years, 146 sophomores, 158 juniors and 345 seniors. To be named to the dean’s list, a student must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale and must complete at least 12 credit hours with 10 hours of conventional grades (A, B, C, D).

Luther is a selective four-year college located in northeast Iowa. The college has an enrollment of 2,400 students and offers a liberal arts education leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree in 60 majors and pre-professional programs.

Congratulations to Kristin Wuebkers of Burtrum on being a Warrior during the 2015-16 softball season, joining a long line of accomplished athletes, and Ridgewater College appreciates your contribu-

maintenance for 2016.

Ray reported on the Todd County Weed meeting in Browerville. Things were pretty much the same as last year. However, a speaker for the DNR talked about the disappearing bee population and a program with compensation for planting to bring back the bees.

Additional agenda items: A letter from a property owner who cleans the ditches in her area asked what could be done about all the garbage in the ditches. The Board felt putting up signs would probably not change things. A reminder to all who drive, the Township road ditches are not for garbage.

Ray questioned the need for the speed limit sign on 341st Ave. No decision was made.

Road check date was set for April 23, 2016 at 9:00 am.

Erv H. presented proposals for dust control, blading and graveldust control- same as last year$74.00 per 100 ft. Blading cost went up a bit at $85.00 per hour with fuel surcharge if necessary and gravel went up to $6.80 per yd. Motion by Ray to accept both the blading and the gravel proposals. Mike made the second. Motion carried.

Public Comment: None.

Adjournment: Motion by Mike to adjourn the meeting. Ray made the second. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk/Treasurer

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Distracted Driving Extra Enforcement: No Distraction is Worth a Life

Distracted driving is a growing problem in Minnesota; it contributes to one in four crashes and dozens of deaths each year.

State Representative Paul Anderson (R) District 12B Received Party’s Endorsement State Representative Paul Anderson (R-Starbuck) received his party’s endorsement for the legislature in District 12B on Saturday. The four-term Republican, who currently serves as chair of the House Agriculture Policy Committee, was endorsed unanimously at the gathering of District 12 delegates in Starbuck.

Addressing the crowd after his endorsement, Anderson explained that the Legislature needs to be careful in how it

Local Library Events

Melrose Library • 320-256-3885 Orphan Trains Presentation: Thursday, April 21, 10:30-11:30 a.m. for adults, although all ages are welcome.

Join singer/songwriter Phil Lancaster for a presentation titled Riders on the Orphan Train. The presentation tells the story of the 250,000 orphans and unwanted children who were put on trains in New York between 1854 and 1929 and sent all over the United States to be given away. The presentation includes photos, stories and songs.

Upsala Library • 320-573-4282 Young Adult Book Group: Tuesday, April 19, 3:30-5 p.m. for teens in the Cardinal Media Center at Upsala Area Schools. The group meets to discuss books they choose to read, share opinions and enjoy snacks.

Altered Spoon Workshops: Friday, April 22, 6-8 p.m. for adults and teens.

Presented by artist Penny Leuthard, learn how to create original works of art using reclaimed silverware and an assortment of other materials. All supplies are included, but patrons are encouraged to bring their own spoon and any personal items they would like to include in their art. Attendance is limited and registration is required.

Knitty Gritty Craft Group: Friday, April 22, 6-8 p.m. for teens and adults.

Bring your crochet, knitting, quilting and paper craft projects. Talk and share and work together.

Books ‘n’ Brats Sale: Saturday, April 23, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Paul ‘n’ Kathy’s Grocery parking lot, Upsala.

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deals with the state’s projected surplus of $900 million. “Because it’s one-time money,” he said, “we have to be careful about adding too much permanent spending to the budget. The same is true for tax cuts, as any that are made permanent will have lasting implications on the budget.”

In addition to chairing the ag committee, Anderson also serves on Education Finance, Agriculture Finance, and the Property Tax Division of the Tax Committee.

District 12B includes the western half of Stearns County, the eastern two thirds of Pope County, along with four townships in Douglas County and two precincts in the city of Alexandria.

“It’s an honor to serve the people of 12B,” Anderson added. “There is more work to be done in the legislature, and I would like to go back to St. Paul next year and continue that work.”

Also endorsed at the same convention Saturday were District 12 State Senator Torrey Westrom of Elbow Lake and 12A Representative Jeff Backer of Browns Valley.

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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This week, April 11-17, the SCSO and other law enforcement agencies statewide are participating in a campaign to help motorists understand the dangers of distracted driving.

Did you know?

• In 2014 distraction led to 7,373 injuries and 61 deaths in our state.

• There are 3 ways to be distracted: taking your eyes off the road, taking your hands off the wheel and taking your mind off what you’re doing.

• At 55 MPH, taking five seconds to send a text is equal to driving the length of a football field without looking up.

• Reading or writing messages slows down reaction time by 35%.

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• It is illegal in MN for drivers to read, compose or send texts/emails or access the web while driving; even if you’re stopped in traffic.

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