Hometown News February 15, 2018

Hometown News FREE PUBLICATION

Thursday, February 15, 2018

Vol. 17: Issue 42

Porcelain Tile: Easy to Clean & Superior Wear Resistance.

Family health care where you need it

Hennen

Albany Long Prairie Melrose Sauk Centre

208 Main St. W. Freeport

Floor Covering

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7 am-5 pm; Sat. 8 am-12 pm

320-836-2177

320-845-2157 320-732-2131 320-256-4228 320-352-6591

centracare.com

Albany Fleet Supply

Save Time on Your Project!

Mon. - Sat.: 7 AM - 7 PM; Sun.: 8 AM - 5 PM

1241 Co. Rd 10, Albany • 320-845-4321

20 lb.

Cylinder

Building Supplies

Propane Exchange

Grey Eagle, MN

Now is the Time to Plan your Spring & Summer Remodeling & Building Projects!

$12.95

LONG PRAIRIE: Beautiful country setting with mature trees on 3 acres. Secluded in the woods on the river. Privacy of living in the country but right on the edge of town. Updated 3 bdr home. New windows and new siding in 2017.

New shingles in 2014. Spacious floor plan. 12x22 storage shed. Next to city park!

Beautiful views of the river! PRICE REDUCED!

NEW LISTINGS WANTED! For More Judy Frieler, Realtor Listings or a 320-491-0024 Free Market Analysis Benchmark Real Estate Services Give Me a Call!

Open Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 am-5 pm; Sat.: 8 am-12 pm

320-285-8085 • 800-645-6336 18918 Elderberry Drive, Long Prairie: Located in

Photo by Joe Fuechtmann.

On The Inside...

320-285-4318 Mon: Closed; Tues-Thurs: 3 pm-1 am; Fri-Sun: 10 am-1am

DINNER SPECIALS

Long Lake

Harvey Mackay Tom Kuehne: The Good Old Days Obituaries: Kramer, Sauer, Koll, Rueter Notes from the Capitol Dave Says Local Municipality Minutes Grey Eagle Township, Swanville City, Upsala City

Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 5 Page 9

Call The Hub for All Your Catering Needs!

Round Prairie just off US HWY 71. Turn-Key & move in ready.

2+ bedrooms & 2 bathrooms. Pole building is unbelievable & a MUST SEE! 48’x52’ w/16’ sidewalls, 3 heat sources, completely finished with 3/4 bath, office space or living quarters, 200 Amp elec. service, 3 overhead doors, abundance storage, extra outbuildings, all on 4+ Acres. $209,900 16902 173rd St., Little Falls: Awesome 75 acre

Hobby Farm located just outside Little Falls. 4 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms.

Several outbuildings, land offers a mix of pasture, approx. 20 tillable acres, wetlands & hardwoods.

Over 700 acres of adjacent State owned land. Excellent hunting opportunities exist with this property. $319,000 In 2017 Central MN Realty Closed Over 600 Transactions.

NEW LISTINGS WANTED!

FISHING CONTEST

Starting at 4:30 PM Sat., Feb. 24 • 12-3 PM Tuesday: Petite Sirloin Food & Drink Wednesday: Wings & Fajitas Specials All Day Thursday: Chicken & Ribs DJ MYRO Friday: Fish & Shrimp, or THE KING Prime Rib 3-6 PM Saturday: Prime Rib or Chef’s Choice HAPPY HOUR Sunday: Brunch 10 am-1 pm 4-6 PM

Book Your Wedding, Banquets, Anniversaries, Meetings & Much More!

Full inventory of lumber & building supplies!

Call Me For A FREE Market Analysis!

TMR MIXERS NEW & USED TMRs All Sizes On Hand Ken & Peg Hartung 310 Industrial Dr. - Freeport, MN

320-836-2697

After Hours: 320-267-8568

Broker-Realtor

GUTTER CLEANER CHAIN & PARTS

Oldest & Most Experienced Patz Dealer in Central MN! www.hartungsales.com

320-491-6107 • 320-285-3222

Graduate REALTOR® Institute

REALTOR®

Email: brandon@centralmnrealty.com www.brandonkellymn.com www.lakehomesbybrandon.com

Equal Housing Opportunity

WELA LongLine Cow Mats

YOUDREAM DREAMOF OFAANEW NEWHOME...

HOME...

YOU See us at the

www.freeportstatebank.com www.freeportstatebank.com 800-252-9856 800-252-9856

happen. happen.

Brandon Kelly

we wecan canmake makeitit

Freeport State Bank will be CLOSED on Monday, Feb. 19th to observe Presidents’ Day.

WELA LongLine provides endless softness in one continuous roll.

Central MN Farm Show Feb. 27-March 1 in St. Cloud (Booth C3011)

The advanced blade profile adapts to body shape and provides premium comfort. WELA LongLine incorporates the proven pebble surface used in multiple Kraiburg products. The integrated slope to the rear edge promotes a dry, clean surface while the sealing lips around the edges of the mat minimize soiling underneath the mat. Installation is simple with prefabricated fixing points. Only recommended for use with suspended dividers.

320-836-2284 888-276-1751 www.arnzenconstructioninc.com 29033 Co Rd 17, Freeport, MN • In St. Rosa

Page 2 • Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018

Hometown News 29442 120th St. Grey Eagle, MN 56336 Phone: 320-285-2323

Website: www.hometownnews.biz Email: htnews@meltel.net www.facebook.com/hometownnews Published By

John and Lori Young

The Hometown News is a weekly publication, which is published and distributed every Thursday.

Ad & News Deadline

The deadline for news and advertising in the Hometown News is 5 P.M. MONDAY.

Sales Staff

• Jan Theisen Cell: 320-333-9774 Email: htnews2@albanytel.com • Lori Young Office: 320-285-2323 Cell: 612-597-2998 Email: htnews@meltel.net Website Hosting - John Young Office: 320-285-2323 Cell: 612-597-4499

Classified Ads

Personal Classifieds: Garage Sales, For Sale Items, Wanted (Personal) Free up to 20 words; 25¢ for each additional word. 20 words or less can be emailed. Classifieds over the word limit must be prepaid.

Business Related Classifieds: Wanted (Items for Profit), Help Wanted, For Rent $5.00 for the first 20 words, 25¢ per each additional word.

Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336. email: htnews@meltel.net

Card of Thanks

Cards of Thanks is $3.00 for the first 50 words, 10¢ per each additional word. Must be prepaid. To be billed: a $5 minimum applies.

Press Releases

Press releases are welcome.

They MUST be emailed to: htnews@meltel.net.

Letter to the Editor

Letters and articles of opinion are welcomed. Letters should be short and to the point. We reserve the right to edit lengthy letters.

Email to: htnews@meltel.net.

Announcements

Anniversary open house, births, birthday open house, engagements, weddings and obituaries are free of charge for one publication. To have it published twice costs $10.

A prestamped, self addressed envelope is required to return photos.

Subscriptions

The subscription rates for 13 weeks is $17.00 26 weeks is $33.50 52 weeks is $67.00 Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336

An ego check is in order if . . .

U . S .

P r e s i d e n t Lyndon Johnson was famous for his welldeveloped ego.

For relaxation, Johnson liked to drive himself around his Texas ranch and vicinity. One day he was stopped by a Texas patrolman for speeding. When the patrolman came closer to Johnson’s car and saw who was driving, he reportedly exclaimed, “Oh, my God!!”

Looking straight at the patrolman, Johnson replied, “And don’t you forget it!”

Unfortunately, many leaders get chapped lips from kissing the mirror too

THE JUNCTION Convenience Store • Bait Open 7 days a week Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Cold Spring Bakery • Schaefer’s Meats Leanin’ Tree Gift Cards • DVDs

320-285-2484 • Grey Eagle

-By Harvey Mackay

often. They worship their self-creation too much.

I have a different way of talking about ego in my speeches. If you think you’re indispensable, I tell people, stick your finger in a bowl of water and watch the hole it leaves when you pull it out.

I’m not saying that all ego is bad.

It isn’t. Everyone should have enough confidence/ego to stand on their own.

It’s what defines you and is your spark, your creativity and your individuality.

There’s nothing wrong with having drive, passion and excitement. Those are all good. But don’t confuse ego with arrogance. Where people get into trouble with ego is when it is misused.

I like to share this reality check with my audiences: When you put yourself on a pedestal and let your ego get the best of you, just remember that the size of your funeral will depend largely on the weather.

Former pro wrestler turned movie star, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, said: “Check your ego at the door. The ego can be the great success inhibitor. It can kill opportunities, and it can kill success.”

Think about those words. Do any of us have too many opportunities or too much success? No. Do any of us have too much ego? Yes. There are some telltale signs that

your ego is out of control. For example, do you complain frequently? Do you need to find fault with things both large and small just to get your fingerprints on a project? That might be a sign you need to take a step back.

If being judgmental is your hallmark, ask yourself why your ideas are superior to everyone else’s. I’m not referring to the everyday assessments that managers and committees need to perform. But when snarky is the norm, muzzle yourself. Arguing and fighting with others doesn’t usually provide the desired results. If you have productive suggestions, make them respectfully.

Make every effort not to be a knowit-all. Because you can’t – know it all, that is. You can know a lot, or be at expert level, or maybe you even “wrote the book” on a topic. But it’s usually more effective to let someone else brag you up. You achieve better credibility when others toot your horn.

When the shoe is on the other foot, how does your ego show itself? Being defensive when you are criticized is unprofessional and immature. Instead of blaming others, learn to listen and see how much they have to contribute.

Give your co-workers or subordinates a chance to shine to prove that your ego is not in the way of success.

Holding grudges won’t get you Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 • Melrose Legion Post & Aux. Fish Fry from 5-8 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 • 13th Annual Race on Trace starting at 10 a.m., Grey Eagle. See ad on page 12.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 • Quilt Bingo at 1 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, Upsala.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 • Seed, Feed & Fertilizer Day from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Elmdale Community Center. See ad on page 7.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Potluck/ Bingo Party at 12 noon at the center.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24 • Sobieski/Swanville Lions Clubs 25th Annual Fishing Contest from Noon-3 p.m. on Long Lake, Swanville. See ad on page 12.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25 • Catholic United Financial Matching Grant Fundraiser Breakfast from 9 a.m.12:30 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church basement. See ad on page 7.

• Holdingford Lions Club 14th Annual Indoor Fishing Contest from 1-3 p.m. at the Pelican Lake Ballroom, St. Anna.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26 • Freeport Lions Save A Life from 6-8:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Gymnasium.

See ad on page 3.

SUNDAY, MARCH 11 • Holdingford Firefighters Relief Assoc. Breakfast from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

at the Holdingford City Center.

• Freeport Lions Breakfast serving from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church basement, Freeport.

ALBANY COMMUNITY CENTER • Sundays at 1:30 pm. 500 cards.

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.

FREEPORT SENIOR MEETING • Meets the third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. with cards/Bingo/coffee/dessert.

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 & Line Dancing Every Wednesday at 9:15 a.m., Holdingford City Hall.

HELPING HANDS COM. LUNCH • Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Holdingford Legion.

STEARNS CO. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY • Meets at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Monday of the month at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Albany.

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

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

High

Low

2/7 10 -6 2/8 9 -6 2/9 9 -15 2/10 12 -15 2/11 14 -13 2/12 9 -17 2/13 28 5

Friday

Mostly sunny.

High: 20 Low: 14

Weekend Weather Saturday

Mostly sunny.

High: 27 Low: 11

Sunday

Cloudy, snow.

High: 26 Low: 11

Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018 • Page 3

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne Sputnik

That was his name. He was my Uncle’s black and white farm dog. He came to their farm at the time the Russians were beginning space exploration, so that is why he got that name.

He had a nasty attitude.

He seemed to think that he was the boss of the farm and anyone who came onto the farm-yard was a trespasser. I always carried a stick when I went onto my uncle’s place, which was usually at least daily. He would bark and make threatening advances to your legs, frequently grabbing hold of your pantleg. This game went on for more than a month.

My Grandfather, Pa, a thin slightly stooped, 80 year old gentleman, was a blacksmith, who smoked a curved oldfashioned pipe. Swinging the hammer over the anvil made his arm strength excessive, even at his older age.

One day I was working on a tractor in one of my uncle’s sheds and I noticed Pa, walking onto my Uncle’s yard. He was walking slow, puffing on his pipe.

Sputnik began his tough-dog act and grabbed Pa’s right pant-leg. Pa turned around and kicked at the dog and said some appropriate German words to fit the situation. A few steps further the dog grabbed his pant-leg again. Pa responded in the same way as he had previously. He walked to a shed on the property, which had an open door, walked into the open doorway and the dumb dog followed him in. Pa calmly shut the door, with the dog still trying to be threatening him on the inside of the shed. I was concerned about Pa’s safety, but I soon learned that it wasn’t Pa I should be concerned about.

There soon was a bunch of strong German words and the dog began to yip and cry, the threatening barking stopped.

Pa picked up a 2X2 and communicated with Sputnik in a way that he couldn’t fail to understand. The door opened and the dog ran out of the shed, across the yard and under the corn-crib. Pa calmly picked up the tool he had come for and slowly walked off the farmyard puffing on his pipe.

After that episode, whenever Pa walked on my Uncle’s yard, Sputnik

Harvey Mackay continued from page 2

ran and hid under the corn crib. I don’t remember what ever happened to Sputnik, I think he stayed at the farm for a quite a few years, but he quit grabbing pant-legs. I don’t think he ever actually bit anyone.

I tell this story because it is one of my favorite memories of Pa. Today the humane society or animal cruelty people would become very concerned, but it happened about 60 years ago and I am the only living witness and I’m not talking.

For feedback or story ideas, email Tom at tom@swanvilleinsurance.com.

If you need help with Health or Life Insurance or for Senior Health Solutions Contact: Tom Kuehne 320-360-0343

Albany Senior Dining

MON., FEB. 19: Country fried steak, potatoes, cinnamon carrots, applesauce.

TUE., FEB. 20: Hot roast pork sandwich, whipped potatoes, gravy, squash, brownie.

WED., FEB. 21: Meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, corn, trifle.

THURS., FEB. 22: BBQ chicken, potato salad, carrots, lemon chiffon.

FRI., FEB. 23: Lemon pepper fish, baked potato, sour cream, steamed broccoli, mixed fruit. ~ The Lighter Side Menu ~ MON., FEB. 19: Taco salad w/meat/lettuce/tomato/onion, applesauce.

TUE., FEB. 20: Navy bean soup, chicken salad sandwich, lettuce salad, brownie.

WED., FEB. 21: Sausage quiche, fried potatoes, fruit, muffin, trifle.

THURS., FEB. 22: Sweet/sour chicken, Oriental vegetables, rice, fruit sauce, lemon chiffon.

FRI., FEB. 23: Chicken stir-fry w/vegetables/rice, garden salad, mixed fruit.

Bread, milk and coffee served with each meal.

Albany: 320-845-4070

Upsala - All Ages

BREAKFAST: Tuesdays & Fridays 7-10 a.m.: Eggs, meat, pancakes, French toast, pancakes, toast, biscuits & gravy, & beverage. No reservations needed.

MON., FEB. 19: Polish sausage, fried potatoes, green beans, pudding/topping.

TUE., FEB. 20: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, fruit crisp.

WED., FEB. 21: Turkey, dressing, gravy, baked squash, rice crispy bar.

THURS. FEB. 22: Baked fish, potato casserole, carrots, dessert.

FRI., FEB. 23: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, dessert.

Bread, milk and coffee served with each meal.

Call a day before you choose to dine.

Upsala Community Center: 320-573-4435

Grey Eagle Senior Center Pot Luck/ Bingo Party February 21 The Grey Eagle Senior Center is planning a February Pot Luck/Bingo Party for Wednesday, Feb. 21st, at 12:00 noon. Anyone who is 55 years of age or

Happy 65th Birthday Jim Gohman!

older is invited to attend. Please bring a dish to share.

Following the meal, we will play Buck a Card bingo.

Please come, bring a friend and join in the fun and fellowship.

anywhere either. If you plan to keep working with the same people, you really have to work at working with them. Get over yourself! I can tell you from my own experience – sooner or later – you will need their help. If you have burned your bridges, your ego will have a pretty tough time trying to swim against the current.

Once you figure out that you may have been wrong or overstepped a boundary, be willing to apologize. A little humility is always welcome, as long as it’s sincere. Admit your mistakes and offer whatever help or support you can.

Let’s put this in a nutshell. If you want to overcome your ego, you need to learn to let go: • Let go of being offended at every little thing.

• Let go of the need to win and be right all the time.

• Let go of the need to be superior.

• Let go of identifying yourself by

your achievements and reputation.

There are also a few things to keep: • Keep your temper in check.

• Keep your sense of humor.

• Keep your tone respectful.

• Keep your mind and your ears open.

A man once told Buddha, “I want happiness.”

Buddha replied: “First remove ‘I’; that’s ego. Then remove ‘want’; that’s desire. And now all you’re left with is happiness.”

Mackay’s Moral: Get over yourself before you trip over yourself.

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.”

Upsala Community Variety Show Results The Upsala Community Variety Show VIII was held on Sunday, Feb. 11 to a full crowd. Audience members voted for the “Best of Show.” All ticket money went directly towards the Florida Band Tour 2018.

The audience chose Monte Abeler and his song “Timeline” for the “Best of Show.”

Second place went to 7th grader Braeden Rene for his vocal selections.

Andrew Prokott received 3rd place for his Andy Kaufman Mighty Mouse routine.

Paul Jensen entertained the crowd with his original songs and guitar for 4th place.

Church in Sauk Centre earns Legacy grant State Rep. Paul Anderson, R-Starbuck, applauds the Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan in Sauk Centre for receiving a $50,000 Legacy Amendment grant to rebuild the chancel wall in the church.

The Minnesota Historical Society is issuing the grant via the Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

It will allow the church to hire qualified professionals to rebuild the chancel wall in the church, which is listed on the National Register of Historic places.

“Nice job to those who put together this successful grant,” Anderson said. “I look forward to seeing the results from this project, which will preserve part of our local heritage so that it may be enjoyed by future generations.”

Funding for the grants is from the Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. In fiscal year 2018, $4.5 million is available for projects such as these which pertain to history programs, projects or preservation of resources.

Ted

Complete Auto Repair

Plus Many Other Tire Brands 37 Yrs. in Business • BBB Approved

320-836-2130

HOESCHEN AUTO REPAIR

A Whirlwind Steel metal shed is constructed of components which are tested rigorously for hail impact, wind driven rain which means your metal shed will stand strong in adverse weather conditions.

Hennen

Lumber Company, Inc.

320-836-2135

Freeport

www.hennenlumber.com

Stop Searching. Start Building.

Freeport Lions Present

Central McGowan

Open 7 Days a Week FEB. 16

Upsala Farm Store Inc. 320-573-2216

211 S. Main St., Upsala

Mon.-Sat. 8-6; Sun. 9-2

Fishing Tackle & Wax Worms

LP Gas Refill

Freeport

SAVE A LIFE A life saving educational course

Monday, February 26 6:00-8:30 PM At Sacred Heart Gymnasium For more info. contact: Ron Bertram 320-290-4816, Tom Middendorf 320-980-1302 or Jim Notch 320-248-4034.

• Signs/Symptoms of stokes and heart attacks, defibrillator demonstration • CPR and LUCAS (automated CPR machine) demonstrations • Steps to take when an individual is choking, Heimlich maneuver • Trauma Scene - Longboard & C collar • Assessing Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar • Tour of the Ambulance Vehicles

Page 4 • Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018

Stephanie Koll

Obituaries Theodore B. “Ted” Kramer

Theodore B. “Ted” Kramer, age 93 of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the CentraCare Health Nursing Home in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.

Ted’s request was to donate his body to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester. No services will be held.

Theodore Bernard Kramer was born March 16, 1924 in Melrose to Bernard and Mary (Klein) Kramer. He served in the Army during WWII in Germany where he earned the European-African-

Middle Eastern Theater Service Ribbon with three battle stars. Ted was a carpenter in the Melrose area for many years.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose, and a life member of the American Legion Unit 101.

Ted enjoyed spending time at the cabin on Little Birch Lake.

Survivors include many nieces and nephews.

Ted was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Henry, Bud, Leo, and Raymond Kramer; sisters, Alvina Spaeth, Alma Kramer, Rose Illies, Louise Spehn, Veronica Wolf, Marie Parish, Ann Uhlenkamp, and infant sister, Helen Kramer.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

Kathleen “Kathy” Sauer Services celebrating the life of Kathleen “Kathy” Sauer, age 76 of Avon, will be at 12:00 PM Thursday, February 15th at the MillerCarlin Funeral Home Chapel in Albany.

Kathy died Sunday, February 4 peacefully at her home. There will be an hour long visitation from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home.

Kathy was born October 30, 1941 in Brainerd to Robert and Florence (Zupan) Henkemeyer. She graduated from Stanbrook Hall High School in 1959 and attended the St. Scholatica Monastery before moving to St. Cloud where she met her husband of 52 years, Ervin Sauer.

The two married on November 20, 1965 in St. Cloud. Kathy graduated from St. Benedicts School of Nursing and worked as an RN at the Milaca Hospital and the St. Cloud Manor. Kathy and Ervin moved

to Princeton with their three daughters and together they built HDL, a hardware distribution company. After 16 years in Princeton, the couple moved to their lake home near St. Anna. In addition to being a continuous support to Erv, and raising her daughters, she devoted much of her time to serving others through ministry at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Princeton, Immaculate Conception in St. Anna and St. Benedict’s Monastery. It was always her desire to share her passion for music and her devotion to the Church with others.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Ervin Sauer, Avon; her daughters, Mary Beth (Mike White) Sauer, Buffalo; Vicky (Dan) Neff, Plymouth; Kelly (Paul) Koziol, Plymouth; seven grandchildren and her brothers and sisters; Jerry (Barb) Henkemeyer, Belton, MO; Paul Henkemeyer, Interlachen, FL; Tom (Chong) Henkemeyer, Salinas, CA; Janice Mlodzik, Interlachen, FL; Carol (Rich) Brusseau, Palatka, FL; Doreen (Jim) Gerwing, Pierz, MN; and Steve Henkemeyer, Interlachen, FL. Kathy is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Ken Henkemeyer.

Every Friday Night 4:30 - 9:30 PM Fridays thru Lent

Greenwald, MN

320-987-3100

Hours: 9:30 AM-1 AM • 7 Days a Week Owners: Jeff & Wanda Ahrens & Kyle Leiser

www.GreenwaldPubMN.com Call Now to Book Your Wedding, Anniversary, Banquets • Catering Available

Stephanie Koll, 24 year old resident of Swanville formerly of Little Falls, died Wednesday, February 7 at her home in Swanville.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 15 at 11:00 A.M. at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service with Father Joseph Herzing officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Thursday at the funeral home.

Stephanie Ann Koll was born December 22, 1993 in Little Falls to Leon Koll and Jenny Stumpf. She grew up and attended school in Little Falls. She enjoyed painting, arts and crafts, drawing and babysitting.

Stephanie always had a hug to give you and a smile on her face. She will be remembered for always putting others first and had a kind and caring attitude. She was a wonderful cook. Stephanie was currently working at Rays Deli in Little Falls and Red’s Irish Pub in Swanville. Stephanie enjoyed her time working and volunteering at the Morrison County Humane Society.

Left to cherish her memory are her father, Leon Koll of Little Falls; Jenny (Derek Eidenshink) Lowe of Swanville; sister, Samantha (Aaron Christianson) Koll of Eau Claire, WI; special friend, Danny Benson of Little Falls; grandmother, Mary Ann Stumpf of Little Falls; step-brothers, Emmet and Chester Lowe of CO; and many aunts; uncles; cousins; and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Melvin Stumpf, Edmund and Irene Koll; step-dad, Jeff Lowe; stepgrandparents, Keith and Donna Lowe.

Marcelline (Scherer) Rueter Marcelline (Scherer) Rueter, age 91 died Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the CentraCare Health Nursing Home in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m.

Saturday, February 17 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Daniel Walz officiating.

Interment will be at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Swanville.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m.

Friday, February 16 at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church in Freeport.

Parish prayers will be held at 5 p.m. followed by the Christian Mothers and the Goldenaires Senior Citizens at 7 p.m.

Friday evening at the funeral home.

Marcy was born June 18, 1926 in Saint Cloud, MN to Matthew and Elizabeth (Lahr) Scherer. Marcy was the oldest of ten children. She attended school at Saint Joseph’s Parochial School in Saint Joseph, MN through the eighth grade and then helped raise her siblings at home on the farm near Saint Cloud. She was united in marriage to Julius Rueter of Freeport, MN

BURTRUM Liquor

Monday-Thursday: 1 PM-10 PM Fri.-Sat.: Noon-12 AM

On/Off Sale • ATM • Pull Tabs Lottery • Sandwiches

320-285-2196

on August 24, 1950 in Saint Joseph. The couple made their home in Freeport, where they raised three children. They later moved to Alexandria then Carlos and eventually to Swanville.

After Julius passed away, Marcy moved to Freeport and later in life moved to Sauk Centre where she stayed at Fairway Pines Assisted Living and eventually to the CentraCare Nursing Home.

Marcy enjoyed doing sewing, crocheting, cross stitch and knitting plus helping at church. She was a member of the Alexandria VFW Women’s Auxiliary, Christian Mothers, and Daughters of Isabella. She became a certified nursing assistant and worked at the Douglas County Hospital caring for patients and when she moved to Swanville, worked at the Long Prairie Senior Care facility until her retirement in 1988. She had a deep faith and enjoyed her family and will be remembered for her generosity and kindness plus her caramel rolls.

Marcy is survived by her children, Gerald (Roxanne) of Carlos, Robert (June) of Saint Cloud, and Judy (Bud) George of Minnetrista; 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Julius; two brothers, Cyril and Al; and two sisters, Delores and Nellie.

Serving as casket bearers will be Mike Rueter, Nick George, Jason Taveirne, Lisa Anderson, Sabrina Kraemer, and Colin Rueter. Cross bearer will be Hailey Kraemer and scripture bearer will be Callie Taveirne.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

Burtrum, MN • 320-285-6707 Closed Mon.-Tues.

Open: Wed.-Sat. 11 AM-1 AM Sun. 10 AM-1 AM

• WEEKLY SPECIALS • MONDAY: VALUE MEAL $6.25 (Includes Cup of Soup or Salad)

Family Restaurant

STUBBY’S TAVERN 1 Block off I-94 Albany Exit 1004 Shamrock Lane • Albany

320-845-2168

Kitchen Restaurant Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday - Saturday: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

TUESDAY 4:30-9 p.m. : CHICKEN FRY

(All You Can Eat) $7.99 • Senior Price $7.50 • Kids 8 & under: $4.00

WEDNESDAY: BBQ RIBS $9.49 (All You Can Eat) FRIDAY'S THRU LENT: (All You Can Eat) FISH FRY $8.99 ~ OR ~ SHRIMP $9.99 Includes Choice of Potato, Soup & Salad Bar

SATURDAY: 5-Close 8 oz. SIRLOIN STEAK & SHRIMP $14.49 SUNDAY: 10:30-1:30 PM 3-MEAT SMORGASBORD $8.99 2-Close: Beef Commercial Full Order $6.99; 1/2 Order $4.25 (Includes Cup of Soup)

Three Private Meeting Rooms Available Handling Groups of 20-150 Call for Info & Reservations

Facebook: Shadys Golden Eagle

COOK WANTED

Wednesday: 5-9 PM TACO NIGHT: $6.50 Made to Order. ** OR **

MEATBALL MADNESS

Choice of Sauce & Basket of Fries for $6.50; or 2 Baskets for $10 Thursday: 5-9 PM

MIX & MATCH for 15 $

Choice of: 2 lbs. Wings; 1 Pizza w/1 lb. Wings; or 2 Pizzas

Every Thursday: 7 PM

BINGO • Jackpot $1100

SUNDAY BRUNCH

10 AM-1 PM for $9.75

SUNDAY

CHICKEN FRY

Happy Hour

Wednesday-Friday • 4-6 PM $ 2.75 Rail & Domestics Saturdays: 9-11 PM 2 for 1’s on Rail & Domestics

5-8 PM

FRIDAY LENT SPECIAL

Sundays @ 5 PM

All You Can Eat

KEYS for CASH

Feb. 18: $200 Jackpot Feb. 11 Winner: Not Present Wild Bill Kluempke

Serving 4-8 PM

FISH FRY

Early Bird Discount from 4-5 PM

Every Saturday

Meat Raffles at 3 PM

Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018 • Page 5

Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

A look at some top issues as 2018 session nears

With the new legislative session set to start next week, on Feb. 20, let’s take this time to briefly review the previous session and then look ahead to what could be happening this year.

The two major items I supported last year were tax reform and increased funding for roads and bridges.

Both were accomplished, with the tax bill providing over $650 million in relief over the next two years and nearly $800 million in 2020-21. That represents the largest tax relief package for Minnesotans in nearly 20 years. Among its features is a reduction in state income tax for seniors receiving Social Security.

Over 280,000 tax returns are expected to show a reduction in state tax, and of that total, an estimated 72,000 will no longer pay state income tax on their Social Security benefits.

In the area of transportation, we made the largest investment, without a gas tax increase, in our state’s history.

The increase is more than $300 million over the next two years. As part of that total, there is also a sizeable increase in funding for local roads and bridges, with $48 million additionally going to counties and $15 million to cities.

Turning to the upcoming session, I think another serious look at state taxes is in order. The reason being the massive tax bill passed at the federal level.

If we do nothing in terms of conformity, the state stands to collect an additional $700-$800 million in tax revenue this year. And that amount grows in future years. The reasoning is that most are expected to have higher net incomes with the new federal tax provisions. The standard deduction will double, and federal

FRIDAY LENT SPECIALS Serving 5-9 PM

All You Can Eat FISH.. $7.50 21 Shrimp.................. $6.50 Grilled Shrimp.......... $11.95 12 oz. Ribeye............ $11.95

tax rates have been adjusted downward.

If the state doesn’t adjust its rates and folks have higher incomes, that means more tax revenue for the state.

There are other factors as well, including the doubling of Section 179 fast depreciation on federal returns. Currently, Minnesota allows only $25,000 to be deducted in the year an item is purchased, with the balance spread over the next 4 years. Another factor that will make this situation even more challenging is a change in how the IRS views the value of equipment “traded in” on newer machines. The value of the tradein equipment will now be classified as income on federal returns. If Minnesota keeps its $25,000 maximum for fast depreciation, that will also mean higher income levels for many.

With the state budget set last year, the upcoming session will also see work done on a bonding bill. Even though one was done last year, the even-numbered year sessions are traditionally marked by major bonding legislation. The reason one was done last year is because 2016’s bill was derailed in the final minutes of that session by an amendment providing funding for light rail.

We also need to provide additional funding for the Rural Finance Authority. With this current downturn in the ag economy, the need is higher than usual for re-financing. With RFA money backing local banks in the process, it’s hoped more farmers can make it through these difficult times and remain on the farm.

Other areas where our Ag. Policy Committee may look into are the nitrogen rule being worked on by the Dept. of Agriculture, the ditch mowing situation, buffers, and compatibility issues with equipment as we move ahead with B-20 diesel fuel this May. 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.

DJ

EVERY SATURDAY 9 PM-Close

Stop In For All Your Off Sale Needs!

HELP WANTED: Night & Weekend Busch Light 24 pk. cans $ 14.75 + tax Bartenders Kitchen Hours: 11 am-2:30 pm; 5-10 pm

ALL STARS SPORTS BAR & GRILL St. Rosa • 320-836-2154

LENTEN FISH FRY Starts Friday, Feb. 16 Serving 4-8 PM • Early Bird Discount from 4-5 PM Lunch Buffet

Nightly Specials

Tuesday: 2 lbs. Bone-In or Boneless Wings w/Choice of Sauce for $14 Wednesday: Broasted Chicken w/Coleslaw, Fries & Toast 1/4 Chicken $7; 1/2 Chicken $8 Tuesday: Hot Beef Thursday: One Topping 12” Pizza & Wednesday: Pitcher of Domestic Beer for $16 Broasted Chicken Friday: Chef Bob’s Prime Rib Thursday: Pizza Bar Includes Potato, Veggie & Dinner Roll 8 oz. $9.75; 12 oz. $12.75; 16 oz. $16.75 Friday: 11 AM-2 PM: Tuesday-Friday Includes Soup & Salad Bar for $8.00

Closed Mondays

- COOK WANTED -

Cook’s Choice

SUNDAY BRUNCH • 9 AM-1 PM

BINGO - THURSDAY NIGHTS @ 7 PM

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, I’ve been following your plan, and I’m ready to start investing.

Do employer contributions count toward the 15 percent you recommend putting into retirement?

-Brenda Dear Brenda, Investing 15 percent of your income in retirement accounts is Baby Step 4 of my plan. That means you’ve already paid off all your debt, except for your home, and you’ve increased your $1,000 beginner’s emergency fund to a fully-funded emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. Way to go!

I want you to control your destiny, so employer contributions do not count toward the 15 percent I recommend setting aside for retirement. The first thing you should put money into is a matching retirement account. If you’ve got access to a 401(k) — and your employer offers a match — you should do that up to the match before anything else.

It’s nice if your company will match up to a certain point, but chances are that will still mean you’ve got some work to do.

To make up the remainder, you could look at a Roth IRA. Then if the Roth, plus what you invested previously to get the match doesn’t equal 15 percent, you could see about a 403(b) or go back to your 401(k) to complete the 15 percent.

You’re doing great, Brenda. Keep up

Corner Pub & Grill Freeport, MN • 320-836-2120

SATURDAY, FEB. 17

1:30 PM: FREEPORT LIONS BINGO 54 Numbers - Jackpot $949

Lunch Specials: 11 AM-1 PM Fri., Feb. 16: Cheeseburger w/Fries or Chili Mon., Feb. 19: Patty Melt or

Sausage & Potato Soup Tues., Feb. 20: Baked Chicken Dinner Wed., Feb. 21: Tater Tot Hot Dish Thurs., Feb. 22: Roast Beef Dinner Fri., Feb. 23: Fish Dinner or Creamy Potato Soup

the good work!

-Dave Dear Dave, My mother wants everything, except for her home, left to my brother and I when she dies. She would like her longtime boyfriend to have her house. We don’t have a problem with this, but it has not been written into her will. Her mind is still sound, so does she need to officially update the will?

-Dawn Dear Dawn, Yes, the will needs to be changed to reflect her wishes where the house is concerned. Since she’s still able to make decisions independently, the will should be legally updated to reflect exactly what she wants to have happen with every piece of her estate.

It’s fine if she wants to give her boyfriend the house. It’s your mom’s will, and her estate, so she can do pretty much whatever she wants. She could also leave what’s called a life estate that says her boyfriend gets use of the home while he’s alive. Technically, in this kind of situation the house would be left to you, but he would legally have use of it during his life.

Upon his death, the home could then revert to you or your brother.

-Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business, and CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 11 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations and digital outlets. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

Nightly Specials

Dine In Only - With Beverage Purchase

Monday: (4:30-9 pm) 1/3 Burger Night $2.00

(fresh not frozen) Tuesday: (4:30-9 pm) Regular or Hot Wings 40¢ ea.

• Boneless 60¢ ea.

Wednesday: (4:30-9:30 pm) Pizza $13.00 * includes 2 domestic beers or 2 well drinks Thursday: (4:30-9 pm) Chicken Strip Night $5.50 Friday: (5-9 pm) Steak Night • 6 oz. Regular Steak $6.75 • 6 oz. Garlic Steak $7.25 *Both served with Baked Potato, Coleslaw & Toast Saturday: (4-8 pm) 1/4 lb. Hamburger $1.50

(fresh not frozen) Sunday: (Open 11 am)

NOW HIRING: Part time Bartenders - Nights & Weekends - Will Train

Double “R” Bar & Grill

Grey Eagle • 320-285-2965

www.doublerbarandgrill.com

FRIDAY NIGHT LENT SPECIALS • 5-9 PM

• 8 oz. Grilled Salmon $14.95

• Shrimp Fettucine Alfredo $10.95

Served on Wild Rice w/Breadsticks Served w/Breadsticks Leinie Honey Weiss Meat Lover’s Special: • All You Can Eat Cod $9.95 16 oz. Tap Served Broiled or Deep Fried • 12 oz. New York Strip $19.95 $ 00 4 w/Choice of Rice Pilaf or Potato *All Specials Include Soup & Salad Bar NOW HIRING: BARTENDER/WAITRESS MONDAY 5-9 PM

Taco Bar 5.75 $

w/Beverage

Irish Italian Spaghetti $7.95 With Dinner Salad & Breadsticks TUESDAY: 5-9 PM

Burger Night $1.50 w/Beverage

WEDNESDAY: 11-9 PM $

5 Baskets

Your Choice: Shrimp Basket, Angus Slider Basket, 1/4 Chicken Basket, 1-1/2 lb. Wings, Nachos or Quesadillas w/Beverage Purchase Specials to go $1.00 charge

THURSDAY: 5-9 PM Includes Choice of Potato & Salad Bar

Chicken & Ribs $11.95 8 oz. Ground Sirloin $9.95

SATURDAY: 5-9 PM Includes Choice of Potato & Salad Bar

Prime Rib $16.95 Sirloin & Shrimp $15.95 Ribs $13.95 Walleye Broiled or Deep Fried $13.95 Chicken Parmesan $10.95 SUNDAY: 3-9 PM Includes Choice of Potato & Salad Bar

12 oz. Ribeye $16.95

Pork Chop $11.95 1/2 Chicken $8.95 1/4 Chicken $6.95

RACE ON TRACE Sat., Feb. 17

Noon Lunch Specials Fri., Feb. 16: Hot Beef Sandwich or Tuna Melt Sat., Feb. 17: Prime Rib Burger Sun., Feb. 18: Bar & Kitchen Opens at Noon; 12-3 PM Sunny Side Up Burger Mon., Feb. 19: Chef’s Choice Tues., Feb. 20: Chow Mein Wed., Feb. 21: $5 Baskets Thurs., Feb. 22: BBQ Ribs

Busch Reg. or Light 24 pk. cans $14.99 E&J Brandy 1.75 Liter $16.59 Black Velvet 1.75 Liter $13.79

Page 6 • Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018

Community Snapshots

EMAIL US YOUR PHOTOS! • htnews@meltel.net

The Swanville Kindergartners celebrated the letter “Dd” and our 100th day enjoying donuts with our Dads! Pictured is Pedro Lopez and Guadalupe Lopez-Ojeda.

Swanville Public Schools recently held their district Spelling Bee. Seventh grader Lucas Miller was the champion and 6th grader Karley Loven was the runner-up. Lucas will now compete in the regional Spelling Bee at NJPA on March 7. Congratulations to Lucas, Karley and all those who participated.

Swanville January Jr. High School Student of the Month

Donuts with dad: Shawn VanHeel and Owen VanHeel.

For All Your Cabinet Needs...

Bob’s Woodcraft • New Cabinets • Refacing • Refinishing

320-285-7705

www.bobswoodcraft.net Bob Asmus • Grey Eagle, MN

Tom Kuehne Insurance Solving your insurance problems!

• Senior Health Solutions • Health Insurance • Life Insurance & Annuities

Congratulations to seventh grader Lauren Miller, our January Junior High Student of the Month! Lauren is the daughter of Jeff and Renee Miller. She enjoys reading, playing sports, hunting with her dad and uncles, shopping with her mom and babysitting, she also helps with various fundraisers and events around the community. Lauren is consistently on the A Honor Roll, won the peace poster prize and has future plans of going to college.

Lauren is a three sport athlete, play-

ing volleyball, basketball and softball as well as playing the clarinet in band.

Her favorite things about school include talking to her friends, playing sports, and learning new things. Lauren’s advice to other students is to work hard, be kind, and take pride in your work.

English teacher Ms. Frie said “Lauren is so deserving of being the student of the month. She is always ready to learn, work, contribute, help others, and do her best. Lauren is a great example to other students as she is a great student, hard working athlete, and kind person.

Her positive attitude and approach make her a valuable part of a class, team, and group. Lauren is organized and makes use of every minute; she always has a book so no time is wasted. Lauren has a bright future ahead of her, and I’m excited to see what she does with it.”

201 Degraff • PO Box 186, Swanville, MN

320-360-0343 • tom@swanvilleinsurance.com

Echo Dealer

Small Engine Repair

Kutter Insurance Agency FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS!

Insuring cars, homes, boats, farms & recreational vehicles for the past 30 years!

107 Main Street, Grey Eagle

www.kutterinsuranceagency.com Michael W. Kutter • Janine L. Kutter 320-285-2299 • 800-955-6051

Rapid Recovery

Sharpen Chain Saw Blades Sharpen & Balance Lawn Mower Blades

AUTO REPAIR

Towing

Rebuilding Alternators, Starters & Generators

216 W. Main St., Freeport

320-836-2122

Hours: Mon.-Fri: 8 am-5 pm; Sat: By Appointment or Call Ahead

315 Main St. • Next to the Dam Bar

320-256-3750 Venison & Beef Processing

320-845-2195 Albany, MN

Summer Sausage, Breakfast Links, Smoked Bacon, Ham, Sirloin, Flat Iron, T-Bones ... All the Specialty Steaks!

MotherOfMercyMN.org

Sheila Burski 320-249-0175

Hiltner Company Inc.

Melrose City Meat Market

Come in, Get better, Go home.

Ready to help if you are wondering about home improvements, staging, value & more!

See Us for All Your Venison Processing Needs

Winter Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 am-4:30 pm; Sat. 8:30-Noon Summer Hours: 8 am-5:30 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-Noon

Lic #20183077

Email: sheila@burski.net Sheila.premierhomesearch.com

24 HOUR SERVICE • Well Drilling - Residential / Commercial • Well Service / Maintenance • Pump Sales & Service (Jet / Submersible) • Water Treatment & Conditioning • Water Softeners / Salt • Irrigation / Geo-Thermal Drilling • Pressure Washer Sales / Service Melrose, MN Phone: 320-256-4146

wheelswater.com

Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018 • Page 7

Birth Announcements

Minnesota Through The Lens:

Submitted by: Judy VanHeel

Addalyn Kay Feldewerd

Matt and Rachel Feldewerd of Greenwald are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Addalyn Kay Feldewerd, born Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 10:58 p.m. at the CentraCare Health-Melrose.

Addalyn weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 20 inches in length.

Welcoming Addalyn home are her big brothers Mason 7 and Teagan 4 and big sister Riley 9.

Carter Joseph Rademacher

Cody and Greta Rademacher of Avon are proud to announce the birth of their son, Carter Joseph Rademacher, born Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 7:45 a.m. at the CentraCare Health-Melrose.

Carter weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 22 inches in length.

Grandparents are Mike and Diane Keller of Paynesville and Joe and Lu Rademacher of New Munich. Great grandparents are Dorothy Rademacher of New Munich, Vern Eibensteiner of Albany, Kenny and Louisa Keller of Paynesville and Marlene Vander Beek of Paynesville.

Swanville January Sr. High School Student of the Month Tanner Koetter, the Senior High January Student of the Month, is a Senior and the son of David and Ann Koetter.

Tanner plans to go college for something technological. Tanner has been on the A Honor Roll consistently throughout high school. He is active in his church and community, and he recently joined the Knights of Columbus.

Tanner advises his fellow students to be involved, not just in school, but also in the community. He enjoys talking to his friends during school and outside of school and work, he also likes to go hunting and fishing.

Math teacher Liza Hasse said “Tan-

ner is very deserving of being chosen as student of the month. He works hard to do his best in his classes and he strives to make the school a better place. Tanner will go out of his way to help someone no matter the task. He is always kind and courteous to those around him. He takes time to help younger students as well as his classmates and staff. As the student body president, Tanner has proven to be a positive leader in our school. Congratulations Tanner and best of luck in the future.”

Phy-Ed teacher Mr. Poegel said “I am honored to write a student of the month letter for Tanner Koetter. Tanner is our student body president at Swanville school. He has a 3.95 grade point average and has participated in football, baseball, band, theatre, and has done a lot with our American Red Cross blood drive. He also does a lot with his church and is a religion teacher sometimes on Wednesday evenings. Some of the best qualities of Tanner are that he is very

Beth Thieschafer

Natures View Tree & Yard Care

Accounting Ltd.

Beth Thieschafer, EA Income Tax Returns Electronic Tax Filing Corporate Tax Returns Wage Tax Returns Payroll Services Bookkeeping Services

320-256-7374

317 East Main St., Melrose • www.thieschaferaccounting.com

UPS

SPEE

-DEE

Winter Hours: Mon.-Fri.: 8 am-4:30 pm Sat.: 8 am-3 pm

An official

UPS & SPEE-DEE Drop Off Site

• Fishing Licenses • 20# LP Cylinders • Groceries • Hot Snacks • Lottery Tickets • Deli • ATM

Please Excuse the Mess While We Remodel!

Stop in & sign up for a chance to WIN 4 WILD TICKETS. See store for details.

January Wild Tickets Winner: Adam Otteson

SAVE 10¢ On Every Gallon of Gas You Purchase!

With Sinclair Credit Cards

been great to have him in class again with a great bunch of his peers. Again, I am so proud of young people like Tanner who strive to do their best and to treat everyone with great respect. Congratulations to Tanner and his parents for this nice honor. It is well deserved.”

SEED, FEED & FERTILIZER DAY

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 11:00 AM-3:00 PM At the Elmdale Community Center Lunch will be served DISCOUNTS REPRESENTATIVES ON HAND AVAILABLE

Available at All our Sinclair Locations: Bowlus Gas & Grocery Freeport Gas & Grocery Grey Eagle Gas & Grocery Melrose 1 Stop New Munich Gas & Grocery Ripley 1 Stop

Dale: 320-493-6329

Grey Eagle • 320-285-2000 SPEE-DEE

trustworthy, a self-starter and treats everyone with great respect. In the summer while growing up you would see Tanner hustling to mow lawns for people, including myself when we went on vacation. Tanner also works at Bob & Fran’s Grocery here in town. This job has been a good fit for him as he enjoys being polite and respectful to all people. It has

Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding IOR Snow & Ice Removal: DISSEN COUNTS Roof & Walkways

NEVILLE HARDWARE UPS

To submit a photo for Minnesota Through The Lens, email it in it’s original (large) size to htnews@meltel.net.

Heim’s FEEDS

Milk Marketed with First District Association

320-573-2607 Hwy. 238, Elmdale

Catholic United Financial Matching Grant Fundraiser Breakfast

Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018 Serving 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

FREE WILL OFFERING

MASS at 8 A.M.

St. Francis of Assisi Church Basement - 44055 State Hwy 238, Freeport

ou All Y at!

E n Ca

Menu Includes: Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, Toppings, Homemade Sweet Rolls, Beverages

(Located 10 miles north of Albany)

Everyo n Welcom e e!

Sponsored by St. Francis Catholic United Council #296, St. Francis, MN

St. Francis will receive a matching grant up to $1000 from Catholic United Financial. Proceeds to St. Francis CCD

Page 8 • Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018

Sudoku

Word Search Answers from Feb. 8

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:

They invented hugs to let people know you love them without saying anything.

-Bil Keane

Shortly before leaving for college my saintly pastor came to visit me and offer me a few words of advice on the importance of being well prepared to serve God. During our conversation he advised me to take every course that had anything to do with speaking or writing. “Larry,” he said in a voice that reflected sincerity and compassion, “it does not matter how much you know about the Bible, if you can’t explain it so people can understand it, accept it and live it, you’ll be letting God

Central Lakes Landscape & Construction Ken Frieler

320-285-5715 Grey Eagle

Patios, Decks, Retainer Walls, Ceramic Tiling, Remodeling

Sudoku Answers from Feb. 8

down.” It made good sense to me and I followed his recommendation carefully.

One of the classes I took emphasized the difficulty of people hearing what a speaker says and interpreting it correctly. It is easy to hear what someone says but quite difficult to pass it on without changing the words and the meaning that the speaker intended.

When this happens something is lost in “transmission” and it could be a matter of life and death if the message passed on is incorrect or inconsistent.

The importance of the integrity of God’s message is clearly presented in Psalm 92:5, “Your statues stand firm!”

That means “Whatever God said is so.”

His Word contains no errors, no mistakes and no information that can lead us astray if accepted as written. In fact, the word for statues emphasizes the fact that Scripture rests on the integrity of God our Creator. His statements, promises, warnings and commands are not to be changed to meet the desires of man but to proclaim and present the everlasting covenant between God and man.

DK’S Tree & Landscaping, LLC.

Trim & Remove Trees, 55 ft. Boom, Brush Removal, Stump Grinding & Removal,Hedge Trimming, Firewood Available Including Delivery, Residential Landscaping & Bobcat Work

320-630-0670 - David Kuhl Free Estimates, Fully Insured Swanville • www.dkstree.com

Accept VISA, Discover or Master Card

Bitz and Piecez -By Pastor Bitz But He Will Die, For Us! Mark 9:2-9 The Transfiguration is a glimpse of Jesus in all his glory with the big wigs of the Old Testament: Moses and Elijah. Two men whose last moments on earth are quite unique. Moses is taken to a high place where God shows him the promised land and then buries him in an unknown location to await the resurrection of the dead to the eternal promised land. Elijah, on the other hand, is taken to heaven in a chariot of fire to await the last day.

One could go on for days about the similarities in these three men; the miracles, the preaching, the teaching, the ministry, the leading but the lives of these three men are not what I want to focus on today. Today I want to talk about their deaths and even our deaths.

All three lived great lives according to God’s will but they also faced their deaths with knowledge and confidence in God’s grace.

How we see our own mortality can speak volumes about what we believe and hold dear in this life. Modern secular funerals have a way of focusing on the life accomplishments of a person.

The Christian funeral on the other hand should focus on our source of hope of eternal life, namely Jesus. Modern medicine and funeral planning take over end of life issues but my hope is to see fellow believers living life right up to their final moments focused on doing things God’s way instead of mankind’s way.

For those familiar with the end of the Gospel of John, Peter is told how he will die God’s way and then he wants to know how John will die; rightly so Jesus says it is not Peter’s concern but God’s.

So the big question is whether our lives or death will be carried out in God’s way or our way.

Upsala, MN

I S

SK

LUMBER

FULL SERVICE

LUMBERYARD

Ph: 320-547-2339 • Fax: 320-547-0085

Stop in for estimates on all your building projects, big or small

2nd. & DeGraff P.O. Box 278 • Swanville

www.pooptruck.com

LLC

Kirt Olson (owner) 866-573-1145 • 320-360-0637

MPCA Licensed • Bonded • Insured New Customer & Referral Discounts

Can keep truck off most lawns (185 ft. hose)

One could debate burial and service set up but I am talking about death and those moments leading up to it. Will we face it with unwavering confidence in the forgiveness of sins we have been promised again and again in God’s Word or will we panic wondering if we’ll make it to heaven? Will there be doubt where there could be confidence if only we had come to hear God’s Word more regularly? Will we chase around after unlikely cures when our savior is ready to call us home or will we let the wages of sin take their toll? In the end staying focused on the way Jesus dies compared to how Moses and Elijah died does give us comfort for Jesus will die for us!

It is one thing to live a life in service to God and then die and even be martyred because of our faith but to be God, and to intentionally take on human flesh and to live knowing that you are the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world it is only a matter of time before you ask your heavenly father and fellow trinity member to take that cup from you. But Jesus will die for us. Standing on the mount of transfiguration, the big difference we see between, Moses, Elijah and Jesus is that Jesus will die for us. He will die for us!

No matter how we die we will be well served to remember that Jesus’ death was unique and that he has died for us. * This is a summary of the sermon delivered on February 11th, 2018

by Pastor Bitz at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Grey Eagle, MN. God’s Blessing!

Deadline for Next Thursday’s Paper is Monday, Feb. 19

Seamless Gutter & Gutter Guard Expert 50 mile radius of Avon

Contractors Choice Seamless Gutters 320-428-5611

ccsgutters@gmail.com

Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018 • Page 9

Local Municipality Minutes To publish minutes, email to htnews@meltel.net

Grey Eagle Township February 5, 2018 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 January 8, 2018 minutes to the board. Mike made the motion to accept the minutes, Ray made the second. Minutes approved.

Town Clerk’s Report: Clerk presented the claims list for January.. Claims list included claims 3145-3153 for a total of $4,961.31.

Ray made the motion to approve the claims; Mike made the second, Motion carried. Mail included advertising, trainings, equalization meeting notice and P&Z. Road and Bridge Report: Ray had a call about 116th st., possible water on the road. Erv H. repaired some frost heaves, the cracks on the Millwood Line Road and did some work on the Big Birch Lake access.

Additional agenda item: Reminder of Audit meeting on February 12 at 8:00 p.m.

Adjournment: Motion by Ray to adjourn the meeting. Mike made the second. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk/Treasurer Minutes not approved.

Swanville City January 3, 2018 Minutes of the Public Hearing held in the Swanville Center on Wednesday, January 3, 2018.

The meeting called to order 6:45 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Tony Maciej and Deb Wood.

Absent: Jim Molitor. Also present: George Minerich, Reporter Sheila McCoy and Lonny Hutchins.

George Minerich from MN Department of Health was present to explain the Well Head Protection Plan-Part I. Minerich distributed maps to all present explaining the area of the well head protection.

He also stated that the city’s water meets all the health standards for the Department of Health and Clean Water Act. Minerich recommended to start planning to build a new well within the next 10-20 years, preferably to the south or southeast area of the city. The public hearing was then closed and the regular monthly meeting was held.

Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. The meeting called to order 7:00 p.m., with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Tony Maciej and Deb Wood. Absent: Jim Molitor.

Also present: Bryan Allen, Quentin Bryce, Brooke Klein, reporter Sheila McCoy, and Lonny Hutchins.

Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting Tuesday, December 5, 2017 were reviewed. A motion was made by Deb Wood to approve the minutes as printed.

Tony Maciej seconded the motion.

All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The treasures report was given.

A motion was made by Tony Maciej and seconded by Deb Wood to approve the treasurer’s report. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Bryan Allen, owner of Red’s Irish Pub, was present to introduced Quentin Bryce and Brooke Klein.

Bryce and Klein are planning on purchasing Red’s Irish Pub on March 6, 2018. Council asked if they would be present at next month council meeting to finalize the new date of the liquor license. The new owners stated they would.

Mayor Lange presented to council Resolution #18-0103 for a $10,000.00 donation from the Swanville Lions Club for improvements of the shoreline on the Pillsbury Beach. Tony Maciej made a motion to accept Resolution #18-

0103 for the donation. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Mayor Lange stated there is a resident interested in purchasing lots 28, 29 and 30 in the Forest Hill Lane Addition. These lots are considered unbuildable. After discussion, council decided to offer the lots at $5000.00 each. Mayor Lange will report back at the next council meeting on the decision.

This being the first meeting of the year, the following organizational actions are made: 1. Jim Molitor will be acting Mayor in the absence of Mayor Lange.

2. The First State Bank of Swanville will be the designated depository of the City.

3. The regular meeting date for the City Council meeting is the first Tuesday after the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Special meeting only after proper notification and publication.

4. The Bond of the City Clerk/ Treasurer will be set at $12,000.00.

5. Assigned duties to the following Council Members and Citizens of the Community: Community Center: Julie Hollermann & Deb Wood City Park: Lonny Hutchins and Sandy Lange Streets and Sidewalks: Tony Maciej and Lonny Hutchins Springbrook Cemetery: Julie Hollermann and Lonny Hutchins City Weed Inspector: Jim Molitor and Lonny Hutchins Rural Fire Assoc. Rep: Sandy Lange and Tony Maciej 6. City Attorney: The law office of Brown, Krueger and Vancura 7. City Engineer: Will be decided when needed 8. Representative on the Senior Center board: Norm Carlson 9. Planning and Zoning Committee: Sandy Lange, Jay Bartkowicz, Val Sobania, John Dragseth, Tony Maciej, Steve Gruber, and Lonny Hutchins.

10. Well Head Managers: Lonny Hutchins and Jim Molitor A motion was made by Deb Wood to accept these actions as now listed. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Salaries for Employees and Council Members for 2018: 1. Mayor’s salary: $1800.00 annually + $20.00 per hour for special meetings (1 hr. min. pay).

2. Council Members salary: $900.00 annually + $20.00 per hour for special meetings (1 hr. min. pay).

3. Clerk/Treasurer salary: $1200.00 monthly + $20.00 per hour for special meeting (1 hr. min. pay).

4. Cleaning Community Center: $150.00 monthly.

5. Maintenance Worker Salary: $40,000.00 Annual wage + 60% health care/disability ins. & 2 weeks paid vacation and cell phone monthly fee.

6. Substitute Maintenance Man Salary: $16.00/hr.

7. Park & City Center Cleaner: $12.00/hr.

8. Summer part-time worker: $10.50 9. Mileage at present 55¢ a mile A motion was made by Deb Wood to have all salaries as stated above. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The Morrison County Animal Humane contract was looked at and discussed. After discussion, council decided to not sign the contract.

The hockey boards are up on the ice rink. There was discussion to see if an organization from the area would like to paint a section to represent them.

The city plow truck is in need of a shaker to shake the salt down from the dump truck box. Tony Maciej made a motion to have the salt shaker installed for no more than $2000.00. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The following claims were presented for payment. Members of the council were furnished with a listing. Norm Carlson made a motion to approve the claims. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The next regular monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

There being no further business, a motion was made by Tony Maciej and seconded by Deb Wood to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned 7:45 p.m.

Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/ Treasurer Upsala City Special Meeting February 5, 2018 These are unofficial Minutes.

Call to Order/Attendance: The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall

by Mayor Rollie Johnson at 7:00 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was said. On roll call members present were: Mayor Rollie Johnson, Brian Lange, Joan Olson, Lana Bartells, and Dennis Westrich. People present: Charlie Gunderson, MC Record reporter Sheila McCoy, City Engineer Scott Hedlund, First Responder Vice President Garrett Doucette, Public Works Frank Koopmeiners, and City Clerk/Treasurer Michelle Stevens.

Minutes: Lange moved to approve minutes from January 2, 2018 City Council, 2nd by Bartells. Motion carried unanimously.

Added agenda items: Lange moved to approve the agenda, 2nd

by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously.

Presentation, Citizen Appeals: Charlie Gunderson is running for District 5 County Commissioner. The primary is February 13 at Upsala Fire Hall from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Charlie shared his points on why he is running and encouraged everyone to get out and vote.

City Engineer Scott Hedlund discussed the need to start the process to work on the sewer system.

Bartells moved to hold a special meeting on April 2, 2018 following the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.

Department Reports: Maintenance Report: Koopmeiners reported on water and sewer levels.

Fire Department Report: The Fire Department presented their November minutes.

Three new probationary firefighters were put on the roster, their training will start this spring.

Welcome to Amber Koopmeiners, Brandon Voller and Paul Kasella.

The FEMA grant was submitted for new turnout gear.

First Responders: Interviews for three new First Responder members is scheduled for this Wednesday.

The First Responder Department was audited by Public Health and passed.

City Office Report: Stevens reviewed the February Calendar. She also reported that the newsletter was sent out on the first of February.

Planning Commission: The Commissioners proposed two ordinances; Public Right-of-Way and

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH SERVICES Family Health

Confidential Free or Low-Cost Services: • Physical Exam • Birth Control Methods

• Education and Counseling • Pregnancy Testing

• STI & HIV Testing • Pap Smear

CLiniCS HeLd in CentraL MinneSota CoMMunitieS Long Prairie • Perham • Pine River • Wadena For more information or an appointment call: Toll Free (877) 275-6123 MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Partnership www.familyplanningcentralmn.org

Small Cell Wireless.

Bartells moved to call for a public hearing to be scheduled during the regular March 5 City Council meeting on March 5 at 7:15 p.m. to review the proposed Public Right-of-Way ordinance 3-5-18-1, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.

Lange moved to call for a public hearing to be scheduled during the regular March 5 City Council meeting on March 5 at 7:20 p.m. to review the proposed Small Cell Wireless ordinance 3-5-18-2, 2nd

by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.

UCDC: The minutes from the January meeting was presented.

Bartells moved to add Stacy Hennen to the UCDC Committee, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.

Recreation Board: The Rec. Board submitted their minutes from last month’s meeting.

Safety Committee: The Safety Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 20 instead of the 13 due to the election for District 5 County Commissioner scheduled that day.

Unfinished Business: Maintenance Building: Westrich gave an update on the progress of the Maintenance Building.

Lange moved to approve partial payment to St. Rosa Lumber in the amount of $100,000.00, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.

Westrich reminded staff that the gas bill for the water plant needs

to get separated; St. Rosa Lumber agreed to pay for the heat during construction of the new maintenance building.

New City Hall Space: Stevens reported on the progress of the new City Hall location.

Olson moved pass resolution 2-5-18-1 a resolution to hold all future City Council Meetings here forward in the new City Hall location at 105 South Main Street Suite 2 in the Stearns Bank Building, 2nd

by Bartells. Motion carried unanimously.

Deadman’s Corner: The corner located at Highway 238 and 4th Avenue West, also known as Deadman’s Corner, has seen its fair share of accidents. Brad Desormey from Minnesota Power said he would install a 250 Watt Sodium Vapor light as close to the corner as he can; the north side of 4th Street is owned by Great River Energy and Minnesota Power cannot use their poles or space.

New Business: St. Mary’s Gambling Permit: Bartells moved to approve the quilt raffle and bingo at St. Mary’s Church on March 23, 2018, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.

Disaster Recovery Program: The Initiative Foundation has invited the City of Upsala to participate in developing a Long-Term Disaster Recovery Program training.

Speed Signs: Olson moved to purchase up to four Speed Signs in conjunction with NJPA, 2nd by Bartells. Motion carried unani-

mously.

City Attorney: NJPA is no longer offering day to day attorney services for cities. They instead will offer help on specific issues. Mayor Johnson stated that our previous attorney recommended Joe Krueger.

Joe Krueger stated he would attend the March Council Meeting.

Fund Balance Policy: Bartells moved to approve resolution 2-518-2 a resolution approving the Fund Balance Policy as presented, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.

2020 Census: Mayor Johnson and Stevens attended the 2020 Census Training held at NJPA in Staples last week. Johnson explained the importance of the Census and how it affects the City financially; the number of people in Upsala directly correlates to how much money the City gets via Local Government Aid. It also affects how many State Representatives the state gets to send to Washington D.C. Thank you and Acknowledgements: Thank you to Wayne Peterson for 50 years with the Upsala Lions. Wayne and his wife Muriel have given so much time and talent to make this community an amazing place to live.

Financial: Lange moved to approve the bills as presented, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.

Adjourn: Olson moved to adjourn at 8:56 p.m., 2nd by Lange.

Motion carried unanimously.

Michelle Stevens, Clerk/Treasurer

Letter to the Editor

To submit a Letter to the Editor, email to htnews@meltel.net

By Connie Nelson When we think of February, we probably think cold temps, Ground Hog Day, Super Bowl and Valentine Day. I have another thought about February, it’s also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time to stop and think about love, relationships, and respect, specifically for the teens and preteens and those in early adulthood. Unconditional love and a healthy relationship is a blessing of a lifetime, and one that all men and women deserve, no matter their age.

What kind of a dating partner are you?

Are you kind, caring, considerate of others feelings, and respectful of your partners boundaries and right to be an individual, a good communicator and compromiser? It’s really not hard, and the reward is a loving, safe and peaceful coexistence with each other, and a rewarding lifelong relationship.

Partners should be able to go out with friends, to have their privacy, their own likes and dislikes, spend their time the way they choose, not have to share passwords to on line accounts or phones, not have to let the partner view texts, listen to voicemails or read on line posts. Lastly, your partner should never hit or slap you or force you to

have sex or do sexual things that you don’t want to do. If any of these things are happening in your relationship, you need to tell someone, a trusted adult, parent, aunt, uncle or a teacher, counselor at school, or perhaps your minister. Let someone know before it gets dangerous.

Remember, you can chose what you want in a relationship, and you can also choose to be the kind of person that someone else would want to have a relationship with. You can set a good example for your friends and younger siblings. Choose Respect and talk with friends and family about healthy relationships.

If you have concerns about your relationship or are concerned for a friend, you can stop in or call Hands of Hope Resource Center for free, confidential, and compassionate conversation about what’s happening. We can help with resources, safety planning, and support counseling. We are located in the Main Street Government Center in Long Prairie, across from Post Office, Monday thru Friday, 8:30-4:30. You can call our crisis line at 1-800-682-4547 or our office number at 320-732-2319, or visit our website.

Standard Iron is Hiring!

Alexandria:

Painter Night Shift Lead Welders - All Shifts Blaster/Parts Cleaner

Sauk Centre:

Welders - All Shifts 2nd Shift Robotic Programmer 1st or 2nd Shift Paintline Assembly Don’t miss these Tumbler/Finisher Press Brake Operators opportunities!

Shift Differential: 2nd Shift - $1.50/Hour Weekend Shift - Work 36, get paid for 40

Full Benefit Package: Health/Dental/Life Insurance,

PTO, Holidays, 401K Apply @ Standard Iron: 1131 West Sinclair Lewis Ave., Sauk Centre, MN

1401 36th Ave. West, Alexandria, MN Apply On-line: Web site: www.std-iron.com Equal Opportunity Employer

Page 10 • Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018

Stearns County Sheriff’s Dept.

Upsala Athletic Hall of Fame Inducts Whitey Herzog

Pictured is Deputy Zach Milne, Kurt Ritter, Robert Welle, and John Elfering.

On Tuesday, February 6, at the regular meeting of the Stearns County Board of Commissioners, a Stearns County deputy and three good samaritans were presented with lifesaving commendation awards.

On February 19, 2017, Deputy Zach Milne responded to a one vehicle rollover with unknown injuries off of County Road 11 near Freeport. Upon arrival on scene, the vehicle was approximately 100 yards away from the roadway and a large amount of white smoke was coming from the vehicle.

As Deputy Milne approached the vehicle, he could see flames coming from underneath the vehicle near the front and rear passenger side doors. He used his fire extinguisher to try to extinguish the flames. Deputy Milne looked inside the vehicle and saw one occupant seated in the driver’s seat. The driver said he was unable to turn off the vehicle so Deputy Milne entered through the passenger door to turn off the ignition.

The driver was injured and unable to move. The fire reignited from under the car again and the flames were increasing in size and starting to travel up the doors again. Deputy Milne continued to fight the flames awhile awaiting assistance.

A passerby, John Elfering, drove up on his ATV and offered assistance. Deputy Milne told Elfering to go back home to get a fire extinguisher and return as quickly as possible. Shortly after another individual, Robert Welle, approached and offered to help. The driver side window was rolled down approximately three inches. Welle reached inside the car and grabbed the top portion of the window and by pulling it, the window shattered. Deputy Milne and Welle used their pocket knives to cut the shoulder

and lap belts of the driver. The driver was still unable to move and Deputy Milne and Welle tried to pull the driver from the vehicle but were unable to.

Kurt Ritter came running up to the car to help. Elfering arrived back on scene with his fire extinguisher and started to extinguish the flames. While Elfering was fighting the fire, Deputy Milne, Welle and Ritter were able to successfully pull the driver out of the vehicle and to a safe area 30 yards away until medical assistance arrived. The quick action and assistance of these men saved the driver’s life.

Deputy Milne, Elfering, Welle and Ritter were all presented with certificates of commendation which were well deserved. Thank you for putting your lives in a dangerous situation to save the life of another.

Freeport Fire and Rescue, Melrose Ambulance, and LifeLink also assisted with this call.

Todd County Sheriff’s Office February 10, 2018: At 18:13 received multiple calls about a vehicle swerving all over the road. It was also reported that the vehicle jumped up on the curb at the intersection of Lake St South and 1st Ave South in the city of Long Prairie and ran over a street sign.

51 year old Grant Welle, Waite Park, MN, was later stopped in his Infinity G35 sedan south of Long Prairie. The vehicle sustained minor damage and Grant was not injured in the incident.

The report has been forwarded to the County Attorney’s Office for review.

Wedding Entertainer DJ John Young 320-285-5263 612-597-4499 www.DJJohnYoung.com

The Upsala High School Athletic Hall of Fame proudly welcomed one new inductee, Duane “Whitey” Herzog, at the Sixth Annual Induction Ceremony held between the boys and girls varsity basketball games on Friday, February 9 in the Upsala Gym. Herzog joins the fourteen inductees honored in past years: Dave Holmen, Paula Lange, Stanley Nordin, Ralph Soltis, Kristi Pangrac, Neal Swanson, Bob Soltis, Darren Lange, Carol Lampert, Jackie Fuchs, Ken Solarz, Chris Leners, Jennifer Boeckermann, and the entire 1957 Football Team. Inductees are nominated by past graduates and members of the Upsala community. To be eligible, candidates must be graduates from Upsala High School and have been out of school for at least ten years.

A 1989 graduate and four-year letter winner in basketball, Herzog was known for his hustle, long-range shooting ability, and pure love for the game.

His 1216 points set a boys school record at the time and he also led his team in steals and free throw percentage. Three times he won All-Conference honors and twice was voted the team’s Most Valuable Player.

“When Whitey stepped on the floor,

the game changed,” recounted Ken Solarz, former Upsala Athletic Director.

“He was a fun player to watch and a role model to follow for those that wanted to play the game the right way.”

After high school, Herzog attended St. Cloud Technical College and Willmar Community College, where he was twice voted “Best Defensive Player.” He finished his college basketball career at Mayville State University in North Dakota.

Upon graduation, Herzog returned home and worked for Arnzen Construction before starting up New Age Builders. At age 46, his life was tragically cut short in a work accident on February 28, 2017. Receiving the Hall of Fame plaque in his honor were his father, Donald, and eight siblings.

In a Hall of Fame night doubleheader featuring two nail biters, both Upsala basketball teams topped their opponents from Browerville-Eagle Valley. Feeding off the electric atmosphere of a full and noisy gym, the boys fought back from two deficits to best the Tigers 41-40 in game one. In the night cap, the girls used a Laura Lange three-pointer with thirteen seconds left to claim a hard-fought 32-30 victory.

Shoulder pain slowing you down?

Many people are limited by shoulder pain in their everyday lives. As a result, playing with kids or grandkids, golfing, gardening and other cherished activities may bring more pain than joy.

Join us for a shoulder pain seminar 6-7:30 p.m. March 1 at St. Cloud Orthopedics 1901 Connecticut Avenue S., Sartell to discuss: • Shoulder pain • Surgical and non-surgical shoulder pain treatment options

HOME OF PIONEER FEEDS

ALBANY ROLLER MILLS, INC. 320-845-2303 Mon.-Fri. 8:00-5:00 730 Church Ave • Albany, MN 56307

• Latest advancements in shoulder replacement Appetizers and refreshments will be served. This event is free, but seat reservations are recommended due to limited space. To register, call 320-255-5606 or visit centracare.com. This educational event is hosted by St. Cloud Hospital Bone & Joint Center, St. Cloud Orthopedics and St. Cloud Surgical Center.

Brian’s Painting Interiors, Exteriors, Staining, Varnishing

Brian Middendorf 35 Years Experience 320-285-4403

Framing • Remodeling Roofing • Siding • Windows Lic #2063 4900

Jim Revermann (Melrose) 320-837-5286 Cell 320-250-2786

Paul (St. Cloud) 320-654-9643 Cell 320-333-9643

Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018 • Page 11

PARENTAL EXCUSES

These are actual excuse notes from parents excusing their children from missing school (includes original spelling): ~ My son is under a doctor’s care and should not take P.E. today. Please execute him. ~ Please excuse Lisa for being absent. She was sick and I had her shot. ~ Dear School: Please ekscuse John being absent on Jan. 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and also 33. ~ Please excuse Roland from P.E. for a few days. Yesterday he fell out of a tree and misplaced his hip. ~ John has been absent because he had two teeth taken out of his face. ~ Carlos was absent yesterday because he was playing football. He was hurt in the growing part. ~ Megan could not come to school today because she has been bothered by very close veins. ~ Chris will not be in school cus he

Classified Ads

UPSALA SALE: 107 Main St. Feb 1617; 8 am. Furniture, decor.

HELP WANTED: Charlie’s Cafe hiring part time cook, weekdays day shift, experience preferred, not required. Please call 320-836-2105 or stop in to apply.

2/15P COOK/WAITRESS/BARTENDER: Full time & part time positions. Apply at Hillcrest Restaurant, Albany, 320-8452168.

BARTENDERS WANTED: Part time, nights & weekends, will train. Apply at Corner Pub, Freeport, 320-836-2120.

BARTENDER WAITRESS WANTED: Apply at the Double R Bar & Grill, Grey Eagle. Call 320-285-2965.

has an acre in his side. ~ Please excuse Ray Friday from school. He has very loose vowels. ~ Please excuse Tommy for being absent yesterday. He had diarrhea and his boots leak. ~ Irving was absent yesterday because he missed his bust. ~ Please excuse Jimmy for being. It was his father’s fault. ~ I kept Billie home because she had to go Christmas shopping because I don’t know what size she wear. ~ Please excuse Jennifer for missing school yesterday. We forgot to get the Sunday paper off the porch, and when we found it Monday, we thought it was Sunday. ~ Sally won’t be in school a week from Friday. We have to attend her funeral. ~ Please excuse Jason for being absent yesterday. He had a cold and could not breed well.

WANTED: Older Chevy pickup, 60s or early 70s. Call 320-267-5632. tfn WANTED: 3 speed transmission on floor for older Chevy truck or car. Call 320-267-5632. tfn WANTED: About 2002 Polaris 4x4 500 Sportsman with winch, reasonable price. Call 320-267-5637. tfnRB

www.facebook.com/hometownnews

Like and Follow Us On Facebook

For Videos Go To: https://www.youtube.com/ hometownnewsmn

COOK WANTED: At Shady’s Golden Eagle Bar & Grill, Burtrum. Call 320285-6707.

You Name It!

These are clean, one-owner lease and rental returns & All are loaded with equipment!

Unlimited Mileage Warranty • 90-Day Bumper to Bumper 12-Month Internal Powertrain Coverage

Check Out The Inventory at www.upsalamotors.com NO GIMMICKS • NO HASSLE • NO PRESSURE

You'll Like Dealing With Us!

UPSALA MOTORS, INC. 320-573-2563 • 1-800-257-5871

NEW: 8’x8’ garage door, 2” thick, insulated with weather striped sections.

Steel both sides white; new track, torsion spring, hardware, door seals and reinforcement strut to beef up top section for door opener, $600. Call 320285-2024.

Certified Massage Therapist

Seeking massage therapist trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stones.

Part-time hours.

Send resume to:

Integrated Health & Wellness Center P.O. Box 309 Freeport, MN 56331

Home Health Aide/Certified Nurse Assistant $15.26/hr - $19.33/hr

To learn more about this opening and how to apply visit the official Todd County website at www.co.todd.mn.us.

Questions can be directed to Human Resources 320.732.6447.

2 Bedrooms • No Steps Community Room All Maintenance Included Attached Double Car Garage Available

For Info. Call 320-632-5918

Looking for part-time help in a custom meat processing facility.

Duties would include but not limited to deboning, cutting, and wrapping meat.

Person(s) interested would be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Hours of employment would be M-F approximately 30 hours/week.

Wage based on experience.

If interested, call 320-573-2607.

HELP WANTED

Entry level FT Teller/Bookkeeper position at First State Bank of Swanville.

Applicant must be personable and detail oriented. Computer and cash handling experience preferred. Pay based upon qualifications, and reviewed after 90 days.

Benefits include: 401K, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, sick time, and paid vacation.

Please forward resume to angie@fsbswanville.com.

Classified Advertising

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.

Call Loreen for Details!

Long Prairie: Terrace Townhome

Melrose: Village Townhome

East Village Townhome Contact Jeri at 320-250-7932 Glenwood: Gables Townhome Sauk Centre: Centre Crossing Townhome

Centre Village Townhome Little Falls: Edgewater Townhome

Courtyard Townhome Royalton: Platwood Townhome

Baymont Inn & Suites in Albany is now taking applications for Front Desk Clerk and housekeeping. No experience required. Flexible hours, Full time and Part time positions available. Apply in person.

PART TIME HELP WANTED

In Albany: 1 & 2 Bedroom

Townhomes For Rent

Melrose • 320-256-5400

HELP WANTED

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

763-238-0616

Gutters • Soffits • Fascia Siding • Odds & End Jobs

820 Shamrock Ln. Albany, MN 56307

And Subscribe to our Channel

Cats Ok

BLENKERS ROOFING, LLC

FOR SALE: 12 ft. flat bottom duck boat, make offer. Call 320-267-5632. tfn

FOR SALE: Hospital bed with mattress also transport chair, all in good condition. Call 320-597-2936, Avon.

3/1

Visit Us Online

FOR SALE: Birch firewood, split & dry. Call 320-746-2759.

2/15

FOR SALE: 40 ft. aluminum ladder, like new, $375. Call 320-267-5632. tfn

Todd County is looking for reliable, service oriented individuals to serve the citizens of Todd County in part-time, intermittent capacities in the following position:

COOK WANTED: At Shady’s Hometown Tavern, Albany. Call 320-8452787.

Always a fresh selection of luxury, family and sports cars, pickups, vans and SUVs

FOR SALE: 250cc Yamaha motorcycle, very good condition, $795. Call 320-573-2355. tfn

Todd County Employment Opportunity

http://www.hometownnews.biz

LATE MODEL CARS & TRUCKS

FOR SALE: Pickup topper, 99 inches long, good shape, $125. Call 320-2675632. tfn

WANTED: Fishing boat, 16 ft. with no live well, wooden, flat floor with 4 seats for short shaft motor, reasonable. 320267-5632. tfnRB

BARTENDERS WANTED: Night and weekend, All Stars Sports Bar & Grill, St. Rosa. Call 320-836-2154.

WANTED TO BUY: Butcher cows, bulls, fats & walkable cripples: also horses, sheep & goats. 320-235-2664.

SC-odB

FOR SALE: 7x12 fish house on wheels, 6 holes, very good condition, rattle reels, ice auger & more. Call 320285-7542.

*We Do Not Accept Classified Ads Over the Telephone.

____________ 2____________ 3____________ 4____________ 5_________ 6_____________7____________ 8____________ 9___________ 10_________ 11____________ 12___________ 13___________ 14____________ 15_________ 16____________ 17___________ 18___________ 19____________ 20_________ $.25___________ $.50___________ $.75___________ $1.00_________ $1.25_________ $1.50__________ $1.75___________ $2.00__________ $2.25_________ $2.50_________ $2.75_________ $3.00_________ $3.25_________ Did you remember your phone number?

1

Email to: htnews@meltel.net or Mail to: Hometown News 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336

Page 12 • Hometown News • Thursday, February 15, 2018

13th Annual

Grey Eagle • Burtrum Lions

RACE on TRACE The Races will be held on Trace Lake, 1/2 mile West of Grey Eagle

Saturday, February 17, 2018

Over 9,60000 in Raffle Prizes $

Admission: $10 - 1 Day Under 12 yrs. FREE

Food & Beverage Trailer On Ice

CMPR SNOWMOBILE ICE OVAL RACES

Racing Starts: Noon -Contact Mike 320-815-1888 26 Vintage & Late Model Classes Record Bikes & Quads Breaking Sleds Country Cat F-500 Series

Will Be Here!

RADAR RUNS

Minnesota #1 Rated 2500’ Track On Shaved Ice -Contact Dave 320-249-2018

Starts at 10 AM • Ending at 3 PM Fastest Speed On Ice Track 1st: $2,000, 2nd: $500, 3rd: $250

Top 2 Trophies

25 Snowmobile Classes 1 Motorcycle Class 1 Quad Class Trophies for 1st & 2nd Kids 120 Class Trophies for Participation

Non Track 3 Classes 0-600: 1st $200 Open: 1st $200 Long Track 1-3/4 Lg 141 or Longer: 1st $200 4 Runs $20 Awards Banquet Immediately Following the Races at the

Double R Bar & Grill Grey Eagle

General Info.: Bob 320-493-8485

Subscribe Today!

Get Your Subscription to the Hometown News!

Makes a Great Gift Too! Subscription Rates for the Hometown News: 13 Issues $17.00 26 Issues $33.50 52 Issues $67.00 U.S. Addresses Only

Name: Address: City: Gift From:

State: Zip:

[ ] 13 Issues $17.00 [ ] 26 Issues $33.50 [ ] 52 Issues $67.00 Make Check Payable to: Hometown News • 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336

ACTED ADMINISTRATION AGREE AHEAD ANOTHER APRIL ARTIST ASHORE ASIDE AWFUL BACON BISCUITS BLUES BUNCH

CAUTIOUSLY COACH CYCLE DISCOS DRAMA DRAWN EMPTIED ESSAY EXACT FIFTH FLOCK FULLY HASN’T HEADED

HEADS HELLO HILLS HOBBY IDEAS KNIGHTS LOSER MEETS ORBIT ORDER PROUDLY RAISED RISES RUSSIA

SCRATCH SEEMS SEWED SHIFTED SHOWS STOPS TASKS TASTY TIMID VINES VOICE WORTH