Hometown News June 17, 2021

Hometown News FREE PUBLICATION

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Vol. 21: Issue 8

ROLLOFF CONTAINERS • Remodeling Jobs • Demolition Jobs Shingles • New Construction • All types of Scrap Iron • Household Cleanout (Garbage)

Great For BUSINESS, HOMES & FARMS! We handle any size commercial account!

The softest, most durable, easiest to clean carpet on the planet TM

Hennen Floor Covering

320-836-2177

Call Us Today for your Demolition Estimate!

Buyers of all Scrap Metal Aluminum, Tin, Copper, Brass, Stainless, Batteries, Catalytic Converters, Farm Machinery, Radiators, Autos, Computer Components, Prepared & Unprepared Metals, Plus More!

Recycle Today for a Better Tomorrow!

Gary, Jordy & Jeremy

120 Washington West, Holdingford

320-746-2819

208 Main St. W. Freeport

www.opatzmetalsinc.com

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

Mon.-Fri.: 8 AM-4:30 PM; Sat.: 8 AM-Noon

Personalize your front door!

KLM LAWN SERVICE

Choose from hundreds of style options in wood, fiberglass or steel.

Your lawn is our priority!

Serving Central Minnesota

Mowing & Trimming Weed Control • Mosquito Control Free Estimates

Kyle: 320-630-3337 LaRae: 320-232-8029

Building Materials and Custom Designing

320-285-8085

24 HOUR SERVICE Building Supplies

• Well Drilling - Residential / Commercial • Well Service / Maintenance • Pump Sales & Service (Jet / Submersible) • Water Treatment & Conditioning • Water Softeners / Salt • Irrigation / Geo-Thermal Drilling

NEW LISTING 32293 Loretta Lane, Melrose:

Melrose, MN

320-256-4146

Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 am-5 pm; Sat.: 8 am-12 pm Grey Eagle, MN

587,500

$

A bovine on Main Street, Grey Eagle on Wednesday, June 16. Submitted by Jon Newberg.

wheelswater.com

Call the Repair & Refinishing Experts!

• Bathtub Refinishing & Repair • Install Premium Acrylic Wall Liners Installs over existing tile no removal or remodeling • Install New Floors in Cracked Out Tubs & Showers • Shower & Bath Slip Resistant Floor Texturing • Bathtub Cutdowns & Door Installations • Grab Bar Installation Limited downtime, • Glass Scratch Removal ready to use the • Fiberglass Repair next day!

• Vinyl Window Frame Repair All work is • Countertop Refinishing guaranteed.

• Tile Refinishing

On The Inside...

Harvey Mackay Tom Kuehne: The Good Old Days Obituaries: Lemley, Beste, Pauly, Stone, Pederson Local Municipality Minutes: Melrose City Dave Ramsey: Dave Says Ask the Motor Medics®

TMR MIXERS

GUTTER CLEANER CHAIN & PARTS

NEW LISTINGS WANTED!

Call Me For A FREE Market Analysis!

Brandon Kelly Broker-Realtor

We Salute the Hard Working Dairy Farmers during June Dairy Month!

Mid-Minnesota 320-248-3456

Page 2 Page 3 Pages 4-5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 7

The minute you pull into the driveway of this standout property, you will feel its privacy and sense of “home.”

Carved out of eight wooded acres with rolling lawn and gardens, the home is surrounded by mature trees in a unique, park-like setting. Charming, one-of-a-kind home was designed with a nod to the Craftsman’s era with meticulous details! From quarter-sawn oak cabinetry and built-ins throughout to fireplace surround, hickory floors, columns, colonnades, stairway, mouldings and nine-foot ceilings, every detail was executed. The 1052 sq. ft. two-stall garage has ample room for toys, workshop and celebrations (a restroom, too!) Spacious unfinished second floor perfect for artist’s/writer’s loft or getaway space.

Garden shed large enough for rider and tools or would be great playhouse or chicken coop.

FREE Estimates

www.surfacespecialists.com

320-491-6107 • 320-285-3222

NEW & USED TMRs - All Sizes On Hand Oldest & Most Experienced Peg Hartung 310 Industrial Dr. - Freeport, MN

320-836-2697

After Hours: 320-267-8568

A Toast to Our Dairy Producers Freeport • New Munich • Melrose • Greenwald

Patz Dealer in Central MN! www.hartungsales.com

Graduate REALTOR® Institute

REALTOR®

Happy Father’s Day!

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

CONSTRUCTION, INC. AGRICULTURE • COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL

800-252-9856 “Customer Service Is Our Priority”

Thank you for everything you do!

Proud to be recognized by Bauer Financial as one of the strongest financial institutions in the country.

Build with the Best!

29033 Co. Rd. 17, Freeport In St. Rosa

320-836-2284 www.strosalumber.com www.arnzenconstructioninc.com

Page 2 • Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021

Hometown News 29442 120th St. Grey Eagle, MN 56336

320-285-2323

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

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

Advertising & News Deadline MONDAYS • 5 PM Sales: Lori Young

Office: 320-285-2323 Cell: 612-597-2998 Email: htnews@icloud.com Website Hosting - John Young Office: 320-285-2323 Cell: 612-597-4499

Classified Ads

Email: htnews@icloud.com

Personal Classifieds:

Garage Sales, For Sale Items, Wanted (Personal) FREE up to 20 words; 25¢ for each additional word. 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@icloud.com

Photos • Press Releases

Photos & press releases are welcome.

Email: htnews@icloud.com

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: htnews@icloud.com

Obituaries

Publish one time free of charge.

Email: htnews@icloud.com

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.

Email: htnews@icloud.com

Announcements

Birth Announcements, Anniversaries, Birthday Open House, Engagements, Weddings are free of charge for one publication.

For additional weeks $10/week.

Email: htnews@icloud.com A prestamped, self addressed envelope is required to return photos.

Subscriptions

The subscription rates for 13 weeks is $18.00 26 weeks is $34.00 52 weeks is $68.00 Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336

The best way to get lucky is to prepare for it -By Harvey Mackay Y o u ’ r e watching a professional golf tournament, and a player sinks a seemingly impossible shot.

The announcer might attribute it to luck, but I beg to differ. That golfer has probably worked thousands of hours to perfect that shot.

Having been in that situation, Gary Player, one of golf’s all-time greats, observed, “The harder I practice, the luckier I get.”

Luck seems to have a peculiar attachment to work. So my best advice is to work hard to develop your skills.

There are several types of luck, according to Dr. James H. Austin in his book “Chase, Chance, and Creativity.” The first is “Blind Luck,” which is like winning the lottery and requires mostly no action on your part. You simply are in the right place at the right time.

I prefer to focus on the three other kinds of “luck” where you can improve your odds, such as Dr. Austin’s second type of luck – “Motion.”

Here he is referring to hard work, persistence, hustle and motion.

Or as Benjamin Franklin said, “Diligence is the mother of good luck.”

Abraham Lincoln is often quoted as saying, “Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who hustle.”

Certainly, hustling can be developed and cultivated. I’ve always felt that it doesn’t take any special ability to hustle, just a deep-down burning desire to get ahead. Anything you lack in talent can be made up with desire. People who hustle never quit. They have grit. They love to practice and get better each day.

Dr. Austin’s third type of luck is “Preparation.” Luck is definitely a factor in business, but most of the successful people I know say that luck was only a small percentage of their success. A much larger percentage came from hard work and preparation.

Canadian author Malcolm Gladwell explained that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert in something. People thought “The Beatles” were an overnight success. Not true. They perfected their craft all over pubs in England.

Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. And the best way to seek out opportunity is by networking – online or in person now that most of the country has opened up after Covid. Attend conferences, industry events or even community events. Volunteering is a great way to meet people. Don’t forget social media such as LinkedIn or Twitter.

Bottom line is to become more sociable.

As Woody Allen famously said, “Eighty percent of success in life is just showing up.”

So to increase your luck show up in places more often.

When I speak to corporate audiences, I say our lives basically change in three ways – the books we read, the people we meet and the places we travel to. It’s nice to hear speakers, but trust me, the person on your left, right, behind you and in front of you are way more important over a period of time in building your network. You never know when you will come across that opportunity that can change your life.

One such example of this is Joseph Pulitzer, the famous reporter, newspaper owner, congressman and namesake of the Pulitzer Prize. When he arrived in the United States from Hungary at age 17, he had no money and no job prospects. However, one day when playing chess at a local library in St. Louis, he met the editor of a local German-language newspaper who gave him his first job. The rest is history.

The last type of luck identified by Dr. Austin is “Luck Unique to You.” This is all about cultivating satisfied customers who are

TOM’S AUTO BODY

Complete Auto Body & Paint Repair

willing to recommend you and building a reputation for excellence. All it takes is one career-changing customer, and there you have your luck.

Return on Luck (ROL) is a concept developed by Jim Collins in his book, “Great

by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck.”

His research showed that great companies were not generally luckier than average companies, rather great companies got a higher ROL by staying focused on core values and processes.

If luck was just a hit-or-miss proposition, every organization would be on an even footing. But I firmly believe you make your own luck. Wishing doesn’t make it so. The most complete business plan doesn’t make it happen – unless you carefully execute that plan and make adjustments as necessary. Sure, you might get a break or two, but that won’t sustain your success. Good luck always starts with you.

Mackay’s Moral: The harder I work the luckier I get.

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.”

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

THURSDAY

BUCKET of BUD LIGHT WINGS w/Fries 9.00 SELTZERS Sauces: Mango Habanero, Honey Garlic, Carolina Gold, Sweet Chili, 5 for $15 Bourbon, BBQ or Buffalo 5-9 PM

1# Bone-In or Boneless $

St. Rosa Lions SPRING RAFFLE • July 10 20 Raffle Ticket 2,500 Grand Prize! $

Free Estimates

320-266-4935

$

STOP IN FOR ALL YOUR OFF SALE NEEDS! Busch Light $ 18.25 +tax

Call Us for Your Catering Needs!

34741 Cty Rd 2 • Grey Eagle

Upcoming Events

THURSDAYS: NOW-AUG. 12 • Long Prairie Concert in the Park at 7 p.m. Friday, June 18 at 7 p.m. Prairie Days.

No Concert July 15: Todd Co. Fair.

FRIDAY, JUNE 18 • Central MN Credit Union Membership Appreciation at 11 a.m., Long Prairie.

FRI.-SUN., JUNE 18-20 • Prairie Days, Long Prairie.

SATURDAY, JUNE 19 • American Legion Auxiliary Unit #350 Upsala Brat Sale Fundraiser from 10 a.m.1:30 p.m. at Paul & Kathys Supermarket.

SUNDAY, JUNE 20 • Freeport Fire Department 60th Annual Ham BBQ, Beef & Hog Raffle, Drive Through Only from 4:30-9 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.

FRI.-SUN., JULY 9-11 • Swanville Carnival.

THURS.-SUN., JULY 15-18 • Todd County Fair, Long Prairie.

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 the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 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 TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

MELROSE VFW #7050 POST/AUX. • Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion Clubrooms.

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 starts at 8; meeting at 8:30 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.

TODD COUNTY REPUBLICANS • Meets second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church, Clarissa.

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

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

Temperatures Date

6/9 6/10 6/11 6/12 6/13 6/14 6/15

High 81 85 86 84 87 85 84

Low 63 63 64 60 63 65 59

Friday

Sunny, t-storm.

High: 82 Low: 65

Weekend Weather Saturday

Mostly sunny.

High: 83 Low: 59

Sunday

Mostly sunny.

High: 84 Low: 58

Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021 • Page 3

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne Hot Story

The primary subject of discussion today seems to be “I sure wish it would cool off and rain.”

We are currently experiencing weather conditions that are quite different than we normally expect.

There are those who say that current weather conditions are caused by global warming. Looking back 90 years, we see that there was also a severe lack of rain and very high temperatures during most of the 1930’s. The residents of the central part of the USA probably thought they were experiencing global warming. There was an article that I read which was written in 1900. It stated that global warming was having a severe effect on the fishing industry and that if it wasn’t corrected, there would be a great reduction in fish numbers and it would cause devastating results for the fishing industry. Today, if we don’t stop using energy from the earth, we will destroy humanity.

How much fear mongering can we accept?

Ten thousand years ago the place where most of us live was covered by a thick covering of glacial ice. This ice didn’t happen in a few short years, it probably took hundreds of years to accumulate. It began to melt due to global warming more than 10,000 years ago. Some of us can remember hot weather, especially during “haying time” and we just accepted it as what we should expect during the summer season.

There was no air conditioning in our retail stores, homes, tractors or automobiles. A breeze and a good shade tree were the typical source of cooling. We accepted the weather as it was, how-ever I suppose at that time there was some complaining about how hot it was yesterday.

And then, “boy we could use some rain.”

Supposedly the records show that in the 1930’s there was a period of 14 days, and some say 20 days in a row with temperatures above 90 degrees. Most of us don’t remember the 1930’s, although our parents told stories about the drought and heat, which caused many people to leave or lose their farms. The weather conditions in Nebraska caused the

Charlie’s Cafe

Brian’s Painting Interiors, Exteriors, Staining, Varnishing

Brian Middendorf 40 Years Experience 320-293-9939

Please apply within or call 320-836-2105.

Wednesday

Friday

German Night

Fish Fry or Walleye

Hand Pattied Burgers w/Steak Fries

Brunch Buffet 9 AM-1 PM

Thursday

Sunday

BAR & PATIO SPECIAL! Wednesdays Thursdays CHICKEN BASKET RIB BASKET $

Decking is meant to be enjoyed, not maintained. Our composite WPC and PVC decking won’t warp, rot or splinter, so the look you love today will be there tomorrow.

Wooden decking simply can’t compare.

Hennen

Lumber Company, Inc.

320-836-2135 • Freeport, MN www.hennenlumber.com

FATHER’S DAY BUFFET

Sunday, June 20

Serving 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

5.49

7.95

$

Dining Room Hours: Wed.-Sun.: 4 PM-9 PM

Reservations Suggested for Dining Room 11977 County 47, Grey Eagle, MN • 320-285-3576

Bottles of Wine

on Wednesdays in Dining Room!

Bar & Patio Hours:

Wed.-Thurs.: 4-11 PM Fri.: 4 PM-1 AM Sat.: 11 AM-1 AM Sun.: 11 AM-10 PM

Includes FULL Salad Bar!

Mon.-Fri.: 8 AM-9 PM Sat. & Sun: 7 AM-9 PM Stubby’s Open @ 11 AM

SUNDAYS • 10 AM-1:30 PM

3 MEAT BUFFET

(Chicken, Beef & Shrimp)

TUESDAYS • 4-8 PM

CHICKEN FRY

OPEN For INDOOR DINING! Buffet Winners

Sunday, June 20:

- Erv Sauer - Joe Fuchs - Shawn Ehlert

Owners: Jeff & Wanda Ahrens & Kyle Leiser

www.GreenwaldPubMN.com

Nightly Specials

Tuesday, June 22:

- Bill Moll - Bob Lehrke - Bernie Forster

NOW HIRING COOKS:

Dine In Only - With Beverage Purchase

Monday: (5-9 pm) 3 Build a Burger Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions (raw/fried),

WEEK NIGHTS & WEEKENDS

$

Mushrooms, Jalapenos, Sauerkraut, Cheese (Swiss, American, Pepper Jack) Toppings 50¢ each; Bacon 50¢ Slice

Tuesday: (5-9 pm) Choice of: 3 Chicken Strips w/Toast & Fries $7.50

Walleye Wednesday: (5-9:30 pm) Choice of: Walleye Fingers w/Chips $8.50 7 oz. Walleye Fillet w/Chips $9.00

Lunch Specials: 11 AM-1 PM

Thursday Wraps: (5-9 pm) Choice of: Grilled Chicken $9.00; Crispy Chicken $8.50;

Buffalo Chicken $8.50; Taco $8.50; Philly Steak $8.50

Friday: (5-9 pm) STEAK NIGHT • 6 oz. Steak $12.00 • 6 oz. Butter/Garlic Steak $12.00 Add 3 Shrimp to Steak Specials for $3.00 • 6 Shrimp $9.00 Served with Coleslaw, Toast & Choice of Potato Salad, French Fries or Baked Potato

Saturday: (4-8 pm) 1/4 lb. Hamburger $2.50 Toppings 50¢ each; Bacon 50¢ Slice

Fri., June 18: Cheeseburger w/Fries Mon., June 21: Taco in a Bag Tues., June 22: Baked Chicken & Dressing Dinner Freeport, MN • 320-836-2120 Wed., June 23: Sausage & Kraut Dinner Thurs., June 24: Fried Ham Sandwich w/Fries HAPPY HOUR: Mon.-Wed.: 4:30-6:30 PM $3.00 Fri., June 25: Cheeseburger w/Fries Thursday: All Day/Night $2.50

Corner Pub & Grill

Double “R” Bar & Grill

Join Us For Our BUFFETS!

Start Your Day with a Great Breakfast!

320-987-3100

Hours: 9:30 AM-1 AM • 7 Days a Week

Call Now to Book Your Wedding, Anniversary, Banquets • Catering Available

Grey Eagle • 320-285-2965

HELP WANTED All Positions!

Apply in Person.

320-845-2168

1 Block off I-94 Albany Exit 1004 Shamrock Lane, Albany

www.doublerbarandgrill.com

Mon.-Fri.: 3-5 PM: Happy Hour $100 Off Adult Beverage

MONDAY 5-9 PM

Taco Bar $6.95

With Beverage Purchase

Irish Italian Spaghetti $7.95

With Dinner Salad & Breadsticks TUESDAY: 5-9 PM

Burger Night $3.00

Family Restaurant STUBBY’S TAVERN

Greenwald, MN

Chicken, Ribs & Ham, With All the Trimmings, Salad Bar Desserts & Beverage

6 Drummies w/Toast & Fries $7.50

Great pay & great work Environment!

HOURS:

Create Your Ultimate Outdoor Space With Fiberon® Decking!

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

HIRING COOKS!!!

320-836-2105 Main Street, Freeport

Mon.-Tues. 8 AM-3 PM Wed.-Thurs. 8 AM-8 PM Fri.- Sun. 6 AM-8 PM

crop production to drop 75% during the first four years of the 1930’s, which created a real problem. When one considers that to get a crop, a farmer needs to plant as many seeds per acre for a good crop as he does for a bad crop and the cost of time and machinery is the same, it isn’t a winning situation. His only gain was that he didn’t have the expense of harvesting some of the fields and he saved by not making as many trips from the field to the granary. Not a good way to make money.

Dust storms in Oklahoma, Kansas and Nebraska, caused schools to be closed due to the lack of visibility. The air was dust-filled in our area and Dad told of black snow. Farmers took their team and wagon with a hay-rack into the swamps and exposed lake bottom to scythe the weeds and grass to feed their cattle. Another solution was to cut Basswood trees so the cows could eat the leaves. Pigs were pastured in overgrown wooded areas so they could dig for any underground roots for food. They naturally became more wild, since the farmer didn’t spend much time with them. Some farmers began branding their cattle and drove them to areas north of Staples, Mn, where they ate weeds and some of the sparse grass. They didn’t get fat, but they didn’t require the farmer to feed them while they were gone. Before winter there was a search to attempt to gather as many of the cattle as possible.

I’m not saying that global warming isn’t happening, but I’m not convinced that you and I are causing it because this world is much bigger than you and I. It takes a more powerful being than humanity to control the world temperature.

It would seem more reasonable to worry about man’s inhumanity to man, if you still think worry will change things.

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

1/3 lb. Fresh Ground Hamburger on Brioche Buns!

Dine In w/Beverage Purchase WEDNESDAY: 11 AM-9 PM $

5 Baskets

Your Choice: Shrimp Basket,

Angus Slider Basket, 1/4 Chicken Basket, Nachos or Quesadillas

w/Beverage Purchase Specials to go $1.00 charge THURSDAY: 5-9 PM

Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

Chicken & Ribs $12.95 8 oz. Ground Sirloin $10.50

FRIDAY: 5-9 PM

Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

Ribeye 20.95 Teriyaki Chicken over Rice Pilaf $10.95 Deep Fried Cod $10.95 Shrimp or Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo w/Breadsticks $10.95 SATURDAY: 5-9 PM $

Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

Prime Rib $20.95 Ribs $14.95 Deep Fried Walleye $13.95 Teriyaki Chicken, Wild Rice, Breadsticks $10.95

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! SUNDAY: 3-9 PM

Includes Salad Bar & Choice of Potato

Steak & Shrimp $16.95 10 oz. Pork Chop $11.95 1/2 Chicken $9.50 1/4 Chicken $7.50

HOURS OPEN 7 DAYS: 11 AM-10 PM OFF SALE: Mon.-Sat. 11 AM-10 PM Sun.: 11 AM-6 PM

Busch & Busch Light 24 pk. cans $18.20 Usher Green Label Scotch 1.75 Liter $10.99 E&J Brandy 1.75 Liter $17.79

LUNCH SPECIALS Fri., June 18: Hot Beef Sandwich Sat., June 19: Walleye Sandwich Sun., June 20: Sunny Side Up Burger Mon., June 21: Southwest Chicken Salad Tues., June 22: Meatloaf Dinner Wed., June 23: $ 5 Baskets Thurs., June 24: BBQ Ribs

Page 4 • Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021

Obituaries

Roseann M. Lemley

Roseann M. “Rosie” Lemley, age 69 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, June 15 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. Interment was in the parish cemetery.

Roseann Marie Laumeyer was born May 6, 1952 in Avon, Minnesota to Benedict and Marcella (Doll) Laumeyer. She was united in marriage to Donald Lemley in Sisseton, South Dakota. Rosie worked at a variety of businesses in Sauk Centre and Melrose including the

Vern Beste

Vern Beste, age 70 of Sauk Centre, went home to the Lord on June 8th at St. Cloud Hospital.

His heart of gold could no longer overcome all of his medical problems.

Our family was with him and the only comfort we have is after 40 years of pain there will be no more pain just peace.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, June 18 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Greg Paffel officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in the parish cemetery.

Visitation will be from 12 to 2 p.m. Friday at the church in Sauk Centre.

Vern was born December 9, 1950 to Raymond and Marcella (Calkins) Beste in Sauk Centre. He graduated from Sauk Centre High School and Willmar Junior College. On June 16, 1973 he married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Lass at Our Lady of the Angels church in Sauk Centre.

Vern, Barb, and God created three of the greatest blessings of their lives; Jessica, Angela, and Raymond Beste. He was the “love of my life”, the best father our children could have

Echo Dealer

Small Engine Repair

Sharpen Chain Saw Blades Sharpen & Balance Lawn Mower Blades

AUTO REPAIR

Towing

Rebuilding Alternators, Starters & Generators

Hiltner Company Inc. 216 W. Main St., Freeport

320-836-2122

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

INTERNET ONLY

HIGH SPEED FIBER RESIDENTIAL

$

BUSINESS

77 87 .75

PER MONTH

$

.75

PER MONTH

Up to 1 GB with Unlimited Data

CentraCare Care Center in Melrose, and most recently at Hardee’s in Sauk Centre. She loved the outdoors and nature. Rosie had a huge flower and vegetable garden and would enjoy cooking and canning after the harvest but loved having it for the birds and the deer as well. She loved traveling over the road with Don, fishing when she had the chance, and her favorite animals were frogs and turtles.

Survivors include her husband, Don Lemley of Sauk Centre; son, Brian Lemley (fiancé, Ashley Roquette) of Sauk Centre; grandson, Logan; brother and sisters, Gloria (Lambert) Scherping of Little Falls, Fran Laumeyer of Melrose, Carol Deters of Little Falls, and Betty Rahn of Little Falls; and brother-in-law, Dave Lemley of Wadena.

Rosie was preceded in death by her parents; infant brother and sister, Roman and Verla Laumeyer; brothers, Gerald Laumeyer and Elmer Laumeyer; sister, Donna Angulski; and nieces, Lori Laumeyer and Elizbeth Angulski.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose. had, and excelled at the role of “Papa Vern” for Curtis, Haley, and Brandon Tollin and Ibrahim and Sophia Tounkara.

He was a perfectionist in his painting business, Vern Beste Painting, where the motto was “Where pride makes the difference.” His son Ray and brother Kenny worked and learned with him.

Vern had a love for hunting, fishing, trapping, and stock car racing. Vern hunted annually for 33 years in “The Hold Land” otherwise known as Canada. He was president of the Sauk Centre Conservation Club for 13 years.

He and the club raised 100’s of pheasants to be released in our area, constructed the fish pond in the Conservation Building at the Stearns County Fair Grounds, made the Minnesota shaped club signs by the docks and SC Conservation Club Park below the dam and other fishing docks in area accesses.

Vern is survived by his best friend and wife of 48 years, Barb; their favorite oldest daughter, Jessica (Sekou) Tounkara and children Ibrahim and Sophia of Brooklyn Center, their favorite youngest daughter, Angela Beste and her children Curtis, Haley, and Brandon Tollin of Sauk Centre, and their favorite son, Raymond Beste of Sauk Centre.

Vern is survived by his siblings, Barbara (Willard) Burns of Haley Falls, Kenneth (Terri) Beste of Long Prairie, and Brenda (Warren) Stone of Sauk Centre.

Vern is survived by his in-laws, Bernard (Helen) Las of St. Cloud, Janice (Angel Merling) Neu of Maple Lake, Thomas (Patty) Lass of Cromwell, Arlene (John) Fitzpatrick of Brainerd, Phyliss (Brent) Thompton of Black Duck, and Debra (Dave) Templeton of Cromwell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Marcella Beste; brother, Ronald “Tork” Beste; nephew, Adam Bierenger; niece, Stacy Hagemeister; and brother-in-law, Merlin Neu. Our arms are empty now, but our hearts will always hold you near. We know you are with your dad again after being without him for 38 years. We will never watch you suffer so terribly anymore. Sleep in peace love.

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

Visiting Family?

Distant Learning?

Working From Home?

We Have You Covered!

Fiber to the Home

• Includes a modem with a wireless router.

• No required contract. No data limits.

• Billing through ebill. A $2/month surcharge will apply if invoice is mailed.

One-Time Installation Fees:

320-573-1390 • 888-573-1390 117 South Main Street PO Box 277, Upsala, MN 56384

www.sytekcom.com

Doraine E. Pauly, age 91 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m.

Friday, June 18 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Steve Binsfeld officiating.

Interment will be held in the parish cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m.

Friday morning at the church.

Doraine Eleanor was born on August 11, 1929, to Leo and Eleanor (Koll) Lardy, on a farm near Elrosa, Minnesota. She was the third child born to Leo and Eleanor. Two siblings, Herbert and Colletta, died shortly after birth the previous two years. Doraine was baptized at Padua.

Doraine attended Sauk Centre Public School for kindergarten, then attended several country schools for her elementary years before returning to Sauk Centre from which she graduated with the Class of 1947. While in high school, Doraine was employed by the Main Street Theatre. Following graduation and prior to her marriage, she worked at Home Gas Company. She had many fond memories of both employers as well as co-workers.

On August 8, 1950, Doraine married Gordon Pauly at St. Paul’s Catholic Church.

They raised their four children on North Oak Street in Sauk Centre. Doraine assisted Gordon with the bookwork for his construction company, which allowed her to work out of the home and be a full-time mother and homemaker as well.

She was actively involved in the community and the church as a Christian Mother, Cub Scout and Campfire Girl’s leader, and other volunteer activities involving school or church activities.

Gordon and Doraine were avid Bridge and Whist card players as well as dancers in the Centre Squares and the Alley Cats. She also loved to golf on Ladies Day. Most people do not know of her talents in the area of tap dancing and poetry writing. After Gordon’s sudden death in 1980, Doraine decided to attend Alexandria Vo-Tech to update her secretarial skills. She then pursued adventures as an interim secretary to the superintendent of schools, St. Paul’s Church secretary, and Sauk Centre Chamber office. But her most rewarding career was as a Foster-Grandparent at Holy Family School for approximately ten years. In addition to these activities, Doraine was able to take several trips including to Florida, Colorado, Hawaii, New England, and Europe. As her health declined, Doraine made several changes in her living arrangements to meet her changing needs. She took it all in stride. In 2015, Doraine moved to Good Sheperd Lutheran Home in Sauk Rapids to be closer to two of her daughters.

Doraine is survived by her daughters and their husbands, Karen and David Olson of Devils Lake, North Dakota, Janet and Gary Ganje of St. Cloud, and Julie and Greg Hoemberg (St. Cloud; daughter-in-law, Kathy (O’Gara) Pauly of Eau Claire, Wisconsin; granddaughters, Megan (Eddie) Rogosheske and Karly Hoemberg; and great-granddaughter, Gemma Rogosheske. Also surviving are in-laws, Eileen Pauly, Robert Pauly, and Jean Warzecha.

Doraine is preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Eleanor Lardy; husband, Gordon; son,

Gary; infant siblings, Herbert and Coletta Lardy; mother and father-in-law, Rose (Sunderman) and Carl Pauly, Sr.; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Wally and Rosa Stouffer, Carl and Helen Pauly, Earl and Verena Pauly, Jim Pauly, Florence Pauly, and Othmar Warzecha.

Serving as casket bearers will be David Pauly, Steven Pauly, John Achter, Paul Achter, Wayne Fiero, and Darrell Hoemberg. Cross bearers will be Patty Winter and Bonnie Klein and scripture bearer will be Karly Hoemberg.

The reader will be Sue Maus and the eulogy will be by Greg Hoemberg.

Memorials are preferred to Holy Family School.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Kurt Johnson

Kurt Johnson, age 70, of Grey Eagle passed away March 10, 2021.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Friday, June 18 from 2-5 p.m. at the Bass Lake Public Boat Landing, Grey Eagle.

Blood Drive coming to Little Falls June 21-23

The American Red Cross needs blood donations to help cancer patients, those undergoing treatment for traumatic injuries, childbirth complications and more.

Donating blood is quick and easy. Spend about an hour at the blood drive June 21: 1-7 p.m., June 22: noon-6 p.m., June 23: 8:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. at First United Church, 1000 1st Street SE, Little Falls.

Anyone who is at least 16 years of age (please bring parental consent), weighs at least 110 pounds and is considered to be in good health may be eligible to donate blood.

Donating blood saves lives! Please schedule your appointment online at www.redcrossblood. org or call Sister Julien Dirkes at 320-632-0663.

BEE CANYON CONSTRUCTION • 500 lb. Equipment Operated Jack Hammer FREE • Excavation/Haul Away ESTIMATES • Building Demolition • Concrete Break Up • Grading Serving 40 Mile Radius of Grey Eagle

619-857-4037 Gary Glockzin

Licensed & Bonded

Stay Hydrated with Hank’s Water or Soda!

Hank’s Water $

4.99 Case

Better than name brands!

Happy Father’s Day!

Hank’s Soda

Variety of Flavors!

Made w/cane sugar

(FTTH)

Get the latest and the greatest Fiber To The Home high speed internet service!

Owned by UCTA

Doraine E. Pauly

• $100 existing fiber customer - or free with 12-month contract • $200 new fiber customer or free with 24-month contract • A $100 deposit is required and will be refunded after 12 months of on time payments, this in addition to the non-refundable install fee • If your computer does not have wireless capabilities, additional equipment may need to be purchased.

Serving Upsala, Bowlus, Flensburg, Sobieski & Swanville

Happy Father’s Day! OPEN Mon.-Fri.: 8 AM-4:30 PM Sat.: 8 AM-3 PM

NEVILLE HARDWARE Grey Eagle • 320-285-2000

VILLAGE VIEW APARTMENTS 303 Cedar Street N., Grey Eagle, MN Contact Margaret Newberg

320-285-3973

Equal Housing Opportunity

Village View Apartments are a Section 8 subsidized project for low income elderly and the disabled.

Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021 • Page 5

Birth Announcements

Amaya Rae Farias

Swanville Athletes of the Month

Jose Farias and Stephanie Perez of Sauk Centre are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Amaya Rae Farias, born on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at 3:34 p.m. at CentraCare -Melrose Hospital.

Amaya weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 20 inches long.

She has a big brother Joshua 7½ years old at home.

Grandparents are Mauricio and Karla Perez of Melrose, and Roderick and Zenaida Sanner of Phoenix, AZ.

Audrey Adeline Hartung

Justin and Ariel Hartung of Melrose are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Audrey Adeline Hartung, born on Thursday, June 2, 2021 at 8:04 a.m. at CentraCare-Melrose Hospital.

Audrey weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and measured 19½ inches long.

She has a big brother Brecken at home.

Grandparents are Dale and Rayna Hartung of Melrose, Mike and Sonja Estwick of St. Cloud, and Lance Olson and Beth Carstens of Sauk Centre. Great-grandparents are Marge Honer of Sauk Centre, MaryMae Olson of Sauk Centre, and Linus and JoAnn Roerick of Grey Eagle.

Patrick S. Stone

after he served in the United States Army. After the military, Patrick went back to work at G&K Cleaners. After some time, he purchased two of the dry-cleaning locations (S&D Cleaners).

Marie passed away October 24, 2003, and on March 17, 2012, Patrick married Gloria Stone at United Methodist Church in Sauk Centre.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 67. His favorite pastimes were going to the casino and playing cards.

Survivors include his wife, Gloria Stone of Sauk Centre and her children, Warren (Brenda) Stone of Sauk Centre, Relene Stone (William Gillies) of Sauk Centre, and Janine (Steve) Cummins of Shoreview; grandchildren, Ryan (Candi) Beilke, Rachelle (Craig) Gauss, Amber Stone, Andrea Stone (Ricky Hupe), Rebecca Cummins, and Aaron Cummins; great-grandchildren, Bria and Gunner Beilke, Shianne, Jase, and Rylee Hupe, and Logan and Thea Gauss; brother, Frank (Darlene) Stone of Brainerd; sister-in-law, Angela Stone; and many nieces and nephews.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Amanda Stone; first wife, Marie E. Stone; brothers, Howard, Herald, and William Stone; and sister, Katheryn Hovet.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Paula M. Pederson

education at Ridgewater College in Willmar.

On September 7, 1985, Paula was united in marriage to Vernon Tebben. They shared in four years of marriage before his death on October 4, 1989. On July 9, 2011, Paula was united in marriage to Scott Pederson at the Jones family lake home on Moose Lake near Burtrum. They made their home in Hawick where she worked as a liaison for Rice Home Medical in Willmar and Centra Care in St. Cloud.

She is survived by her husband, Scott of 10 years; children, Josh (Christina) Tebben, Tyler (Stephanie) Tebben, Justin (Amanda) Pederson, Chris (Kaitlin) Pederson and Heather Pederson; grandchildren, Ellie, Tristan, Andrea, Kimberly, Zander, Brycen, Bodie, Hailey, Mia, and Jaxon; mother, Pat Jones; siblings, Monica (Tom) Rudnick and Brian Jones; Scott’s siblings, Tamra Hart, Cindy Jenniges, Jay Pederson and Randy Pederson and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Paula was preceded in death by her father, Melvin; and father and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Becky Pederson.

Patrick S. Stone, age 87 of Sauk Centre, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021, at the Prairie Senior Cottages in Alexandria, Minnesota.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 19 at the United Methodist Church in Sauk Centre with Pastor Jacob Holck officiating. Interment will be at Church of Our Lady Cemetery in Manannah, Minnesota. Military honors will be by the Sauk Centre United Veterans Honor Guard after the service in Sauk Centre.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Sauk Centre and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Patrick Sherman Stone was born March 17, 1934, in International Falls, Minnesota to Floyd and Amanda (Grande) Stone. He graduated from Oklee High School and began working at G&K Cleaners in Minneapolis. He married Marie E. Madden on July 13, 1957, and soon

Paula M. Pederson, 57, of Hawick, died unexpectedly surrounded by her family on June 12, 2021 at the Long Prairie Hospital.

Funeral services will be 2:00 pm, June 18, 2021 at Hawick United Methodist Church in Hawick. Burial will be in Roseville Cemetery in Hawick. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at Johnson Funeral Home in Paynesville and for one hour prior to the service at church.

Paula Marie Pederson was born on June 12, 1964, in Paynesville, the daughter of Melvin and Pearl Patricia (Jackson) Jones. She grew up in Hawick, attended elementary in the Hawick school house and Paynesville High School, graduating in 1982. She continued her

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

Swanville High School is pleased to announce its May Athletes of the Month: Karley Loven for softball, Haden Chuba for baseball, Logan Karnes for boys’ track, and Laurelle Domaika for girls’ track.

“The Bulldog Softball Team would like to nominate Karley Loven (top left) as May Athlete of the Month. Karley has been an asset to our team and is always willing to go the extra mile. She has been our starting catcher for the entire season and has been doing a fantastic job, we often get compliments from umpires and the opposing team’s coaches about her ability behind the plate. She also is able to step in to pitch if we were to need her there.

She shows up for practice and games with a positive attitude and is a great role model for her teammates. She was awarded the Bulldog Award, which was voted on by her teammates and she was also voted All Conference. Congratulations to Karlye Loven, May Athlete of the Month!” - Coach Lizz Schafer “Laurelle Domaika (top right) is a junior sprinter and jumper on the track team. It is

Laurelle’s first year out for track, and she has been a great addition to our team. She has been a consistent competitor in the 100, 200, and long jump. Laurelle has been calm and quiet, just taking everything in this year, and we are excited to see what she can do next year with a year under her belt.” - Coach Pete Swisher “Logan Karnes, (bottom left) a senior sprinter and jumper, is one of our team captains. He works hard and is a vocal leader who also leads by example. Logan has been a consistent member of our 4x100 and 4x200 relay teams this season, while also competing in the 100, 200, long jump and discus. Hopefully, he can help us to some good finishes in the subsection meet.” - Coach Pete Swisher “Haden Chuba (bottom right) is my choice for May Baseball Athlete of the Month.

Haden has been our starting center fielder since his freshman year where he is outstanding out there. He has been hitting .488 on the season so far. He also has 13 stolen bases on the year.

Congratulations Haden and best of luck in the future!” - Coach Adam Gerads

June is Dairy Month!

WE SALUTE THE DAIRY FARMER

We appreciate dairy farmers for all their hard work and dedication and providing us with delicious, wholesome products!

IN-STORE SPECIALS THROUGHOUT JUNE FREE ICE CREAM TREATS Every Friday In June, 1-4 p.m.

Treat yourself to the dairy best!

Thank you for your business!

ElmDale Creamery & Locker Marketing with First District Association

320-573-2607 FEEDS

Page 6 • Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021

Local Municipality Minutes Email Minutes to htnews@meltel.net

Melrose City • April 15, 2021 The Melrose City Council met in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at the Melrose City Center pursuant to due notice being given thereof. Present were Council Members Tony Klasen, Justin Frieler, Travis Frieler, Mark “Bunker” Hill, and Mayor Joe Finken, City Administrator Colleen Winter, and City Clerk Patti Haase.

The Council then recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

A motion was made by Mr. Justin Frieler, seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried to approve the agenda as submitted Mayor Finken then opened the floor to public comment.

There were no comments.

The following items were considered for approval under the Consent Agenda a. The minutes from the March 18 Regular Meeting, and the March 31, Special Meeting b. List of bills in the amount of $ 397,056.61 c. List of investments for the month of March d. Fire Department uncollectible accounts in the amount of $450.00 has been submitted to Revenue Recapture, collections or written off. A complete list of accounts is on file at the City Office e. The Council to give consideration to approval of a Community Festival License – Public Property to the Melrose Area Chamber of Commerce. Approval is contingent upon state approval, and necessary liquor liability insurance documentation. f. 1) Gambling Resolution No. 2021-15 Resolution Approving Gambling License to the Melrose Area Chamber of Commerce for an exemption from lawful gambling license to conduct a bingo, sell pull-tabs and hold a raffle on June 26, 2021 at the Sauk River Park located at 206 5th Avenue NE. A motion was made by Mr. Hill, seconded by Mr. Travis Frieler and unanimously carried to approve the Consent Agenda items.

Mayor Finken presented a certificate of recognition and appreciation to retired Ambulance Department Members Randy Dufner and Brenda Wenker.

Police Chief Craig Maus presented the Police Department’s March report. He noted there were 376 calls for service during that month, compared to 278 for March 2020.

A total of 36 citations were written for the month of March.

There were 117 verbal warnings and 3 written warnings. The year-to-date number of calls is 1,009 compared to 895 in 2020. For the month of March 2021, the Department received 30 agency assist calls. Chief Maus stated that ATV and Golf Cart permits are renewable any time throughout the year and are valid until December 31, 2021.

City Attorney Scott Dymoke reported on projects he has been working on for the City: • Bonner Nuisance – Reviewed files, statutes, ordinances, and regulations in preparation for motion hearing. Reviewed files in formation with city staff in preparation for motion hearing. Attended zoom motion hearing with city staff.

• Auditor’s Letter- Reviewed files and prepared opinion letter in support of 2021 Audit Community Development Director Atkinson provided an update. Ms. Atkinson reported on the following Planning & Zoning projects.

• JTEK has requested a variance for the rear setback abutting the trail and the vacation of a public street and replacement with an easement.

• An ordinance change has been published that would allow consideration regarding modifying several sections of the zoning code related to lot coverage, setbacks, accessory structure requirements, some changes to how the ordinance is structured, and potentially modifying the exterior building material standards including adding exterior building material standards for the Public-Institutional Zoning District.

This is Ms. Atkinsons last City Council meeting. She thanked the Council for the opportunity to work for the City.

Mike Nielson with WSB & Associates provided an update on the various city projects: Pavement Management: WSB Project No. R-017073 2021 Chip Seal Project Contracts have been returned to the city for signature.

WSB Project No. R-017370-000 -2021 Street Improvements – Bids were opened as planned and the Bid Tabulation

BLENKERS ROOFING, LLC Gutters • Soffits Fascia • Siding

Melrose • 320-256-5400

Central Lakes Landscape & Construction Ken Frieler

320-285-5715 Grey Eagle

Patios, Decks, Retainer Walls, Ceramic Tiling, Remodeling

THE JUNCTION Convenience Store • Bait OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Hours: 6 AM to 10 PM

Soft Serve Ice Cream • Pizzas Cold Spring Bakery • Schaefer’s Meats T-Shirts • Leanin’ Tree Gift Cards

320-285-2383 • Grey Eagle

and Letter of Recommendation will be included on the agenda council consideration.

WSB Project No. R-014036-000 – CR 65 Drainage Improvements -Contractor: Anderson Underground. Gary has made a final inspection and sees no issues with leaving the pipe as is. Mike Nielson will coordinate with staff a final offer to the contractor and present to the county for concurrence.

WSB Project No. R-015456-000 2020 Street Improvements including 5th Street N, 4th St. N & 3rd Ave N No change in status this month. Punch list items will be completed in the spring of 2021.

2nd Street S and 3rd Ave SE Flooding Issue -5th Avenue Storm Sewer System The preliminary plan has been completed and have been reviewed with staff. The required ponding area is preferred to be in the NE quadrant of the intersection of Kraft Drive and 5th Avenue. More specific details regarding pond sizing and depth will be determined prior to speaking with the property owner.

Daylight Court Extension – Mike Nielson completed a cost estimate to extend sewer, water, storm sewer and street for the remaining 5 lots on the north end of the plat. At this time it appears there will be no action on this extension.

WSB Project No. R-015500-000 Melrose Road, Dam, and Bridge – Roadway: - Continued coordination with the City and private utilities on the watermain and utility crossings.

- Final roadway plans and channel plans continue towards the 60% design stage with anticipated submittal April 23, 2021. 60% estimate will be included with this submittal.

Structures: -Bridge preliminary plans submitted on 3/22/2021.

- Draft Dam repair plans are expected to be submitted in mid-April.

- Awaiting release of 2020 MnDOT specs. These specs may be needed depending on their release date. If too late 2018 will be used.

- Channel and bridge construction staging will be included in the 60% roadway plans.

Stream Analysis: - In process incorporating updates from DNR fisheries staff into the proposed grading plan and proposed conditions floodplain model.

Submitted draft existing and proposed conditions hydraulic analysis to the DNR Floodplain group for review.

Permitting: - Anticipate starting April.

- Cultural Resources Study provided to USACE for their review prior to application submittal.

Grant: - Submitted the LCCMR Grant application on 4/2/2021 - Further discussions needed on potential grants from SRWD (smaller scale funding opportunity), coordination with SWCD in particular in relation to vegetation types and the campground, and pursuit of Lessard Sams grants.

City Administrator Winter provided an update. Ms. Winter noted that the legislature is back in session after the Easter break and budget negotiations have begun in earnest ahead of the May 17th deadline. The House and Senate versions of the bill are very far apart at this point so we will have to wait and see what happens. Senate is proposing a $51.9 billion budget with no tax increases; House version is $52.5 billion with tax increases. The American Rescue Plan will provide the State with $8 billion dollars and we are still waiting guidance on these funds.

The Melrose City Council reconvened the March 18, 2021 Public Hearing to consider a request to vacate a portion of 3rd Avenue W of HJ Haskamp’s Addition of Melrose between Lots 9-12 Block 6 and Lots 21-24 Block 7, which lines up with the South end of 5th Avenue West as platted in Tri-Quality Estates, according to the plat and survey thereof on the file and of record in the office of the Stearns County Recorder, Stearns County MN. Due to a state mandated 30 day notification period to the DNR the public hearing was recessed to be reconvened at the April 15, 2021 meeting. Mayor Finken presented the Affidavit of Publication that was published in the February 3, 2021 and February 10 edition of the Star Post. Community Development Director Lisa Atkinson noted that this request has been reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission as well as the Melrose Public Utilities Commission. The utilities will retain a 15-foot easement in the street right of way. Planning and Zoning and the Melrose Public Utilities Commission recommend approving the va-

NEW CREATION WOODWORKING Kitchen • Bath • Counter Tops New Homes • Remodel Now Open in Grey Eagle!

Elmer Rupert

320-428-9522

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Schwan’s Ice Cream Treats

ICE

Plumbing Supplies

Central McGowan

Upsala Farm Store Inc. 320-573-2216

211 S. Main St., Upsala

LP Gas Refill

OPEN 7 Days a Week Mon.-Sat. 8-6; Sun. 9-2

Tom Kuehne Insurance Solving your insurance problems!

• Senior Health Solutions • Health Insurance • Life Insurance & Annuities 201 Degraff • PO Box 186, Swanville, MN

320-360-0343 • tom@swanvilleinsurance.com

Grey Eagle Township: Meeting Notice

Due to upcoming Holidays the July Township meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The September Township meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

The meetings will begin at the regular time, 8:00 p.m.at the Township Hall.

Mary Ann Primus, Grey Eagle Township Clerk/Treas. cation request with the 15-foot utility easement. Ms. Atkinson reviewed the vacation request. Mayor Finken called for public comment. There being none a motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Justin Frieler and unanimously carried to close the public hearing at 6:31 p.m.

Mayor Finken stated that the City received a petition from the majority of property owners abutting the unimproved 3rd Ave NW, as platted in 1896 as H.J. Haskamp’s Addition to Melrose. This aligns with the south end of the current 5th Ave NW right of way. To staff’s knowledge, it has never been improved or utilized as a road but was part of the original street grid structure. Due to the layout of the area, the proximity of the river, and the lot configuration of the abutting parcels, there is no need for this road currently and no perceived need for this road in the future. The only lot with restricted access due to the vacation of the road is the portion of the Massmann property that is proposed to be combined with the Wensmann parcel. If and when the vacation is approved, the portion of Massmann land and the Wensmann lot are proposed to be combined. No other lots directly access or require access from the road proposed to be vacated. Following completion of the road vacation, after an appropriate application has been made and required documents have been submitted (subject to the review and approval of the City), the lots can be combined with an administrative lot line adjustment that would get recorded at Stearns County. To the north, 8th St. NW is a cul-de-sac providing access to six homes. The cul-de-sac is 372 +/- feet in length and has a 65-foot-wide access to the north that is only improved as a 10 foot paved trail at this point, but would allow sufficient emergency access if ever necessary. The application was received by the City Clerk on December 12, 2020. Notice of the hearing was published. It was mailed to all abutting property owners on February 3, 2021. There are no existing utilities within the area that is proposed to be vacated; however, a new 15 foot easement going north-south along the area where the road is being vacated is recommended by the City’s Electric Superintendent and has been agreed to by the Wensmanns. State statutes require DNR notification 60 days prior to approving any vacations near rivers or lakes. The DNR has been sent proper notification by mail. Staff has also attempted to contact the DNR by email and by phone.

Staff recommends approval of the resolution vacating the referenced portion of 3rd Ave NW (as platted, but lining up with 5th Ave. NW) subject to the establishment of a 15 foot easement extending from the north property line to the existing easement in the middle of the vacated 6th Street NW just south of the proposed vacation area.

Council Member Justin Frieler introduced Resolution 2021-14, A Resolution Vacation a Street, 3rd Avenue NW Located South of the Current 5th Avenue NW and 8th Street NW Upon Petition of a Majority of Abutting Landowners subject to the requirement that the attached 15-foot easement be dedicated. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hill with a roll call vote recorded as follows: FOR: Council Member Justin Frieler, Hill, Klasen, Travis Frieler, and Mayor Finken; AGAINST: None

A motion was made by Mr. Justin Frieler, seconded by Mr. Hill and unanimously carried authorizing the recording of Notice of Completion of Proceedings for vacating the street.

A motion was then made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Travis Frieler and unanimously carried approving the dedication of a utility easement along the eastern 15 feet of the proposed street vacation connecting south beyond the vacation of 3rd Avenue NW to connect to an existing 10-foot permanent drainage and utility easement across that part of vacated Seventh Street North, originally dedicated as Second Street North in the plat of H.J. Haskamp’s Addition.

Mayor Finken stated that historically the City has hired a seasonal part-time worker to assist with the summer workload. Streets/Parks Supervisor Gary Middendorf is requesting approval to again hire a temporary summer/seasonal worker for on average 24 hours per week, or as needed to fill in for staff shortages, to assist with lawn and park maintenance, cleaning, etc. Sam Rieland who filled this position in summer 2020 is interested in filling this position for 2021. A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Justin Frieler and unanimously carried approving the re-hire of Sam Rieland for the 2021 temporary summer/seasonal worker position.

Mayor Finken noted that Streets/Parks Supervisor Middendorf has obtained state contracting pricing for a 2021 Toro Groundmaster 4010. The lawn tractor was budgeted for replacement in 2019 for $75,000. The state contracting price for the Groundmaster 4010 is $73,910.47 including trade in. The commercial equipment comes with a two-year manufacturing warranty. A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Justin Frieler and unanimously carried authorizing staff to purchase the Groundmaster 4010 for a cost of $73,910.47 including trade-in.

PRAIRIE WOODS LAUNDRY

Mayor Finken stated that an administrative staff will be taking a 12 week leave this summer. Due to the staff being down two positions during this time, a request is made to hire a temporary front desk staff. This would start approximately May 17th and run through approximately September 3rd.A motion was made by Mr. Hill, seconded by Mr. Justin Frieler and unanimously carried concurring with the Melrose Public Utilities Commission approving the hiring of the temporary receptionist position.

Mayor Finken stated that Tessa Beuning, Finance Director and City Administrator Winter met with Jenn Tschida, Ambulance Coordinator about making changes to the Ambulance department. The proposed changes include expanding the leadership team to include a Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator- both positions already exist, and adding a Training Officer position and Secretary position. The Ambulance Coordinator is a paid Dept Head position that reports to the City Administrator. The Assistant Coordinator is a position that is appointed every two years by the Council. The additional positions of Training officer and Secretary would also be appointed by the Council. The Ambulance Dept is proposing the following salaries and rotating schedules: Starting July 1st -Asst Coordinator on a two yr appt and then 4 yrs. after that time – Change to $5,000/yr.

-Training Officer 4 yr. appt - $2,500/yr.

-Secretary 2 yr. term. appointed - $500/yr -Increase Medical Director to $2,000/yr.

The Ambulance operates under as an Enterprise fund and is self-sustaining. Their budget could support the proposed salaries. The Adhoc Committee met and discussed these changes and is generally supportive of the changes.A motion was made by Mr. Justin Frieler seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried to approve the addition of two more appointed ambulance leadership positions – Training Officer and Secretary.

With the approval of the two additional leadership positions the Ambulance Department is proposing the following salaries starting July 1, 2021.

-Asst Coordinator on a two yr appt and then 4 yrs. after that time - Change to $5,000/yr.

-Training Officer 4 yr. appt - $2,500/yr.

-Secretary 2 yr. term. appointed - $500/yr -Increase Medical Director to $2,000/yr.

The Ambulance operates under as an Enterprise fund and is self-sustaining. Their budget could support the proposed salaries. The Adhoc Committee met and discussed these changes and is generally supportive of the changes.A motion was made by Mr. Justin Frieler, seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried approving the wages as noted below for the ambulance positions.

-Asst Coordinator on a two yr appt and then 4 yrs. after that time -Change to $5,000/yr.

-Training Officer 4 yr. appt - $2,500/yr.

-Secretary 2 yr. term. appointed - $500/yr -Increase Medical Director to $2,000/yr Mayor Finken noted that bid opening for the 2021 Street Improvement Project took place on Wednesday April 7, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Six bids were received. The bids were checked for mathematical accuracy and tabulated. Mark Lee Excavating Inc., Alexandria Minnesota was the low bidder with a total bid amount of $149,065.00. The Engineer’s Estimate for the project was $156,266.00 WSB is recommending awarding the contract to Mark Lee Excavating in the amount of $149,065.00. A motion was made by Mr. Hill seconded

by Mr. Travis Frieler and unanimously carried awarding the bid for the 2021 Street Improvement Project to Mark Lee Excavating Inc., Alexandria Minnesota in the amount of $149,065.00.

City Administrator Winter stated that as more and more folks get vaccinated, we are seeing things open. However, we are also seeing COVID cases rise and so we will continue to remain diligent about masking, social distancing etc. We need to remain agile in how we address the pandemic and if there are any major changes, we as always will keep the Council updated.

The following informational items were then reviewed: a. Utilities Commission’s March 8, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes. b. 1st Quarter Ambulance Report c. The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of Melrose by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and is attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

This is the 5th year that the City has received this award.

A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Travis Frieler and unanimously carried that the meeting be adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

Patricia Haase, City Clerk

OPEN 24/7

Upsala, MN

613 1st St. S. Long Prairie, MN

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

www.pooptruck.com

LLC

Kirt Olson (owner) 320-632-8894

MPCA Licensed • Bonded • Insured New Customer & Referral Discounts

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

Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021 • Page 7

Sudoku

Word Search Answers from June 10

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, I’m 19, and I’m about to finish up my first year of community college.

I have enough money through scholarships and help from my family to get a bachelor’s degree. After that, I plan on going to law school and cash flowing that part of my education.

I’ve already started a Roth IRA with money I’ve made working, but I’m wondering if I should continue contributing to retirement when I will have to pay for law school out-of-pocket.

-Jonathan Dear Jonathan, No, I wouldn’t recommend that. You should stop saving for retirement for now and put all that money aside to pay for your education.

An education that’s usable in the marketplace to increase your income is more valuable to you right now than a mutual fund. A degree in left-handed puppetry or underwater

bubble blowing definitely is not. Believe it or not, people spend years, and tens of thousands of dollars—sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars—getting degrees in silly things that have no real value whatsoever. But, if you’re going to get a law degree, and use that degree to create value to society and an incredible income for yourself, that is going to give you a better mathematical return on your investment at this point in your life.

You have plenty of time ahead to invest for retirement. I don’t want you to put it off forever, but a debt-free education is the right investment for you right now. Just keep piling up cash, and let’s pay for this law degree out of pocket. And hey, if you end up with a bunch of money left over when you’ve graduated and are ready to become a lawyer, that’s not the worst thing in the world, is it?

Good luck, Jonathan. Keep up the hard work!

-Dave * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books, including The Total Money Makeover.

The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 16 million listeners each week on 600 radio stations and multiple digital platforms. Follow Dave on the web at daveramsey.com and on Twitter at @DaveRamsey.

From the Desk of Pastor Bruce Have you noticed that some people are naturally happy and peaceful? My wife is one of those people… It seems like joy radiates from her face. The rest of us in this world…well, let’s just say that peace of mind or peace of soul comes harder. In my opinion it comes from a heart that is grateful. We are to look at the bright side or at least be thankful for all that God has given us; instead, it is easier to see the negative side of things.

In last week’s article I mentioned Philip-

Rick’s Painting Commercial/Residential

Interior/Exterior • Painting/Staining Outbuildings/Decks

Call for an Estimate: 320-248-0731 Sudoku Answers from June 10

pians 4:6-8 and I am going to mention it again.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things.”

I encourage you to look closer at this text.

We are encouraged to bring our requests to God with THANKSGIVING. It is only then that we will have peace, even if the situation is bleak.

Verse 8 is also important for us to pay attention to. Instead of concentrating on the things in your life that cause stress, think about things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy.

As John Wayne would say…” Sounds like good advice” (Rio Lobo) -Pastor Bruce Miller of Swanville Bible Church

• ϲϱ’ Bucket Truck • ^ƚƵŵƉ ZĞŵŽǀĂů • dƌĞĞ dƌŝŵŵŝŶŐ • >Žƚ ůĞĂƌŝŶŐ • dƌĞĞ ZĞŵŽǀĂů • ϭϲ LJĞĂƌƐ ĞdžƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ

320-351-9018 320-260-9377 Check us out on facebook!

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.

Ask The Motor Medics®

From the Hosts of the Under The Hood radio show.

Dear Motor Medics, I have a car that needs a timing belt and its going to cost over $1000.00 to change. That sounds crazy to me. I’ve had belts changed before on my cars and they’ve never been more than $50.00 but none of my cars have had timing belts. It’s a 2005 Lexus so I know it might run a little more than some of the other domestic cars I’ve had but come on, 1k is just way over the top and I think I may be getting taken. Can I just let it go?

-Ben in Portland, Maine Dear Ben, Welcome to the world of owning a car with a timing belt. When we give purchase advice we will tell buyers to take the cost of regular timing belt service into account when they purchase a car. It’s a Must-do item that if let go will eventually break and in the case of an interference engine “which most are” will destroy the engine or severely damage it at the very least and that can cost thousands to repair. The timing belt takes the place of the timing chain and it times the movement of the valves and pistons so that the valves are closed when the pistons get to the top. If the valves are open then they will collide and parts will break. Timing belts are typically in the range of $400.00 to well over $1000.00 to do the job on some cars.

-Take care, the Motor Medics Dear Motor Medics, I was filling up my washer bottle in the dark so that I could keep my windows clean and wanted to use the kind that cleans bugs off and de-ices, you know the kind that’s orange. Well it’s also the color of engine antifreeze so if you haven’t got it yet I poured engine antifreeze into my windshield washer bottle. Antifreeze really makes a mess on the window and I can’t see a thing. How do I get it out? The bottle is buried deep in the fender.

-Mark in Bennington, Vermont Dear Mark, You are not the first or the last one to do this.

We take this question several times a year and it can be fixed. You need to get all the coolant out of the bottle and clean the glass well to get rid of the streaks the coolant leaves. If you have not

run the pump then get a suction gun from a parts store and remove all the coolant you can then flush with water, suck out the water with the suction gun and repeat until free of antifreeze then add new washer fluid. If you have run the pump you’ll need to do the previous steps then run the pump to clear the lines of antifreeze. You can also have your local mechanic do this for you.

Mixing fluids is never good but mixed up washer fluid is easier to fix than other fluids.

-Take care, the Motor Medics For entertainment only. Always consult your local shop and follow all safety procedures before repairs. Come visit the Motor Medics® online at Underthehoodshow.com.

Seamless Gutter & Gutter Guard Expert

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

50 mile radius of Avon

Contractors Choice Seamless Gutters 320-428-5611

ccsgutters@gmail.com

Albany Senior Dining

Mon., June 21: Sloppy Joes, tater tots, green beans Tues., June 22: Teriyaki Chicken, rice, mixed vegetables.

Wed., June 23: Hamburger/gravy, peas Thurs., June 24: Chicken Ala King, biscuit, peas & carrots, sauce Fri., June 25: Egg bake, potato pancakes, sauce Pre-registration requested to dine daily.

Curbside available. 320-845-4070

Upsala - All Ages

BREAKFAST: Tues.-Fri. 7-10 a.m.: Take out available, call ahead.

Mon., June 21: Ham, augratin potatoes, vegetable, dessert.

Tues., June 22: Chicken chow mein over rice, dinner salad, dessert.

Wed., June 23: Pork chop, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, dessert.

Thurs., June 24: Italian chicken breast, baked potato, vegetable, dessert.

Fri., June 25: Tuna melt, chips, vegetable, dessert.

Pick up or eat in by 11:30 a.m.

Call a day before. 320-573-4435

LATE MODEL CARS & TRUCKS

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

You Name It!

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

Page 8 • Hometown News • Thursday, June 17, 2021

DRIVER WANTED Be part of a progressive, energetic team!

Bulk Delivery Driver for Fuel & Propane

Great Equipment - Positive Work Environment • Health & Dental Insurance • Great Retirement Plan • Paid Holidays & Vacation Apply on line www.rahnfuels.com, email: info@rahnfuels.com or pick up application at 1220 Main St. East, Melrose God bless all the good & generous men who make a difference in a child’s life!

320-256-3680

Holtz Tree Service and Firewood Bowlus, MN: is seeking individual interested in Part Time Employment.

Call Dave or Jan at 320-584-5776

HELP WANTED

Part time positions available at the Freeport Community Center.

Call 320-836-2526, Leave Message.

CLASSIFIED ADS

Please email letter of application and resume to:

elmdalecrmry@surfsota.com

Mail or drop off: Elm Dale Creamery & Locker 8287 State Highway 238, Bowlus, MN 56314 (Located in Elmdale)

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 steve@fsbswanville.com.

WANTED: 12’ fiberglass stepladder in good condition. Call 320-815-1768.

WANTED TO BUY: Old horse drawn bob sled, must be in fair condition. Also 50 gal. old whiskey barrell. Call 651-739-2715.

6/24

WANTED: Athletic letter from Grey Eagle High School in the 1959/60 era. Seeking for Alum. Will purchase if necessary. Harry Grammond 320-760-1162.

WANTED: Vendors for outdoor event in Grey Eagle, Sat., July 17: 9am-2pm, free!

Text Cindy 651-485-5731 to reserve your spot.

FOR SALE: Heavy duty 2 wheel steel trailer (6 ft. x 12 ft.) $5,200, with loading ramp & detachable vinyl cover, 3500 axle weight, heavy duty tires. Call 651-739-2715. 6/24

DEEP DEVICE DIAL DIET DOES ECHO EITHER

Todd County HHS

Employment Opportunities Todd County HHS is looking for reliable, service oriented individuals to serve the citizens of Todd County in a full-time capacity for the following positions:

**Social Worker (2 positions available) ** Registered Nurse

To learn more about these openings and how to apply visit the official Todd County website at https://www.co.todd.mn.us Questions may be directed to Todd County Administration: (320) 732-6155.

EOE

WANTED TO BUY: Dairy Heifers and Cows. 320-894-7175.

SC-evB

CHIP COIL COOL CREDIT CROP CURLED DEATH

Elm Dale Creamery & Locker is a cooperative owned business that mainly does custom meat processing. We also sell supplies to local farmers including bagged feed, bulk fertilizer, barn lime, seed and twine.

This is a 25-30 hour/week position. The person in this position is responsible for maintaining accurate finances of the creamery and meat processing facility.

Responsibilities: • Manage Accounts Payable • Manage Accounts Receivable • Manage and keep a balanced checkbook • Prepare & present financial reports at monthly Board meetings • Keep accurate records of employees • Manage Employee Payroll including processing yearly W-2’s • Keep accurate inventory records • Pay out Dividend and Equity Checks • Preparation for yearly audit Requirements: • 2 years of Accounting/Bookkeeping education and/or experience • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to maintain confidential information • Ability to pass background check • Above-average computer skills to include accounting software • Ability to multi-task with attention to accuracy and detail

Happy Father’s Day!

HELP WANTED

ADDED ADDS ALONE BANNED BLUE BOUND CARRY

HELP WANTED: Office Manager/Bookkeeper

FOR SALE: 6’Wx7’L heavy duty trailer, has 2” ball hitch, lights & spare tire, $600.

Call 320-573-2355.

JA-tfn FOR SALE: 2004 Mazda van, $1100. Call 320-267-5632.

RB-tfn FOR SALE: 2004 Dodge 4 dr. Stratus, $900. Call 320-267-5632.

RB-tfn

FOR SALE: Twin size hospital bed full electric, purchased at Rice Home Medical for $800 asking $400 used 3 times. Includes 3 mattress protectors. 320-808-7311.

FOR SALE: Platform rocker, $25. Call 612-283-2718.

GARAGE SALE: Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Albany: June 17-19. Thurs., 4-7; Fri., 8-5; Sat. 8-noon.

HUGE GARAGE SALE: Thurs., June 17: 9am-6pm, Fri., June 18: 9am-8pm, Sat., June 19: 9am-noon. 18854 Hwy 27, pole barn.

GARAGE SALE: June 30: 1-6 pm, July 1-3: 8 am-6 pm. Radial arm saw, scrolling saw, tools, fishing, hunting, cribbage boards, fabric, day bed, furniture, housewares, girls size 6 thru 10-12, womens small-plus size, mens XXL, lawn & garden, benches, birdbaths, books, toys, games, much misc. 3 miles East of Upsala, 6775 30th St. (Cty 21) Larry Erickson Residence.

FOR SALE: 1991 Dodge Shadow Convertible low miles, $1200. 320-267-5632 RB-tfn FOR SALE: Fruit trees in 14” pots, $45 each. Call 320-342-3042.

EMPTY EXCESS EXPERTS EYES FLASH FOND GAVE

GOES HARDLY HELL INKS JUNE KEEP LACE

LAND LIST MEAT OMIT PARKED PERPENDICULAR PLOWS POETS RAINS RISK SCRAPE SCREEN SHOW SOFT SOMETIMES STAGE STAY STONY STOP TENS TEST THIN TRAGIC TRAIN TRAVEL WEARY WOLF YARN YO-YOS

FOR SALE: Oak tool chest on casters for $1100, 6 ft. long x 24 inches wide, 6 drawers (34”W x 3” depth), 1 drawer (6 ft. x 3”), 2 doors (17”x13”). Call 651-739-2715. 6/24 FOR SALE: 14 ft. Alumacraft boat, trailer, 9.5 Evinrude motor. Call 320-285-2719, leave message.

6/24 FOR SALE: Older 18 ft. camper, sleeps 4, has A/C & awning. Call 320-732-3661.

FOR SALE: Black Angus bulls. Call 320250-0052.

FOR SALE: 6 dining room chairs, $50.

Call 612-759-1292.

OPENINGS AVAILABLE! Assisted Living at Mother of Mercy Overlooking Albany’s Golf Course!

Offering Tours!

Contact Amanda

320-845-5551

I SK

S

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

Natures View Tree & Yard Care LLC SENIOR

DISCOUNTS

Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Sod Landscaping • Planting Edging • Mulch • Rock

Dale: 320-493-6329