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Grit: the power of passion, perseverance -By

A prominent salesman summed up his success in three simple words: “and then some.”

He discovered at an early age that most of the difference between average people and top people could be explained in these three simple words, according to Richard Weaver II, a retired professor who taught more than 80,000 students at Indiana University, the University of Massachusetts and Bowling Green State University.

He explained: “The top people did what was expected of them – ‘and then some.’

“They were thoughtful of others; they were considerate and kind – ‘and then some.’

alive by stubbornness. It also includes a desire to prove yourself.”

Grit is a combination of character traits. Let’s look at some of them:

Perseverance. In business, prospects may seem darkest when really, they are about to turn. A little more perseverance, a little more effort, and what seemed a hopeless failure may turn into a glorious success. There is no failure except in no longer trying.

Perseverance separates the winners from the losers. Those who persevere understand that luck is something only failures believe in. Perseverance is stamina, not intensity. It is continuous work over a long period of time.

Determination. When you study truly successful people, you’ll see that they all saw opportunities, took risks, made plenty of mistakes, but when they were knocked down, they kept getting up … and up … and up. They owe their success to their willingness to accept change as inevitable and welcome the challenge.

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become successful. Passion is private grit. But it only works if you are good at what you are passionate about.

Surround yourself with people who are passionate about their jobs. You’ll catch their passion. You can’t be passionate when you feel like it. You must be passionate about your job, product or cause all the time.

Courage. One of the major human virtues is courage – bravery, valor, standing up to danger, guts and nerves all rolled into one. It’s easy to be ordinary. Courage is ordinary people doing extraordinary things.

It takes courage to persevere when we are tempted to give up. Trying times are no time to quit trying. One of the greatest challenges in life is doing what people say you can’t. When things seem most bleak, you must have the courage to carry on to success.

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“They met their obligations and responsibilities fairly and squarely – ‘and then some.’

“They were good friends to their friends –‘and then some.’

“They could be counted on in an emergency – ‘and then some.’

“These three little words,” said Professor Weaver, “could transform our society as well as your academic and personal life. It could become a philosophy of life – a way of living.”

Professor Weaver is referring to grit, a word that I’ve been hearing more and more about in business and all facets of life. Grit helps you achieve success. Learning comes from struggle and trying things, failing and learning from your mistakes. The more you learn and practice, the easier things get.

Jon Gordon, author and business consultant, wrote: “What is grit? I believe it is driven by love, inspired by vision and purpose. Fueled by optimism and belief. Powered by faith and hope. Revived by resilience. Kept

Determined people possess the stamina and courage to pursue their ambitions despite criticism, ridicule or unfavorable circumstances. In fact, discouragement usually spurs them on to greater things.

Resilience. We’ve all hit roadblocks and dead ends that can make us think twice about whether it’s worth our efforts. Discouragement and disappointment cloud our judgment. It’s exhausting sometimes trying to figure out how to get past a problem.

So before negative thoughts lead to negative actions, develop a strategy to clear your head. Train your brain to look for positives. Researchers believe that people who embrace a positive outlook have less stress, an increased sense of well-being, better coping skills and longer life spans. Do whatever it takes to get to that attitude.

Passion. There is no substitute for passion. If you don’t have an intense, burning desire for what you are doing, there’s no way you’ll be able to work the long, hard hours it takes to

Persistence. We’ve all heard it before, but there really is no substitute for persistence. In fact, persistence is sometimes as important as talent. It must come from within. Giving up is not an option.

As leadership expert Robin Sharma said, “Your ‘I-can’ is more important than your IQ.” Mackay’s Moral: No grit ... no growth ... no glory.

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.”

Upcoming Events

FRIDAY, JUNE 2

• Grey Eagle Burtrum Lions American Red Cross Summer Blood Drive from 11 a.m.5 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, Grey Eagle

TUESDAY, JUNE 6

• Partkinson’s Support Group Meeting from 2-3 p.m. at CentraCare Long Prairie West Campus Boardroom.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

• Folk & Old-Time Music & Potluck from 1-3 p.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle. See ad on page 5.

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

• Magnifi Financial Member Appreciation Day from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Long Prairie. See ad on page 7.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

• Big Swan Lake Association Meeting at 10 a.m. at the Hub Supper Club, Burtrum.

THURSDAY, JUNE 15

• Magnifi Financial Member Appreciation Day from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Grey Eagle. See ad on page 7.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

• Kutter Insurance Agency Customer Appreciation from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Grey Eagle. See ad on page 5.

• Todd County Breakfast on the Farm from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Rinde Farms, LLC.

SUNDAY, JUNE 18

• Freeport Fire Department 62nd Annual Ham BBQ - Hog/Beef Raffle from 4:30-9

If you have an

p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. ALBANY SENIORS

• Meets 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Albany Community Center.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 4th Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

• Planning Commission meets the 2nd 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 1st Tuesday 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 1st 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 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. with cards/Bingo/coffee/dessert.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

MELROSE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the town hall.

MELROSE VFW #7050 POST/AUX.

• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion Clubrooms.

MELROSE LEGION #101 POST/AUX.

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion. (Aux. Sept.-May.)

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 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL

• 1st Tuesday after the 1st Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 2nd 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.

Weekend Weather

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne

World War II World War II resulted in some problems for those on the farm. The rationing of fuel and rubber were more obvious, but there were also restrictions regarding housing. Sometimes solutions were created to circumvent these problems.

My Dad needed to build a house. The limit on residential construction was $900.00. That amount of money didn’t build a house, even in those days. Dad needed more cropland, plus he needed a house. This was his solution.

Dad bought 136 acres with a 3 story house on it. There were also some out-buildings that he needed. The property was ¼ mile from his original farm, so the farm out-buildings could be moved without dis-assembly.

Investment in farm land was an acceptable expenditure. The buildings were moved and crops were planted in the farmland.

A hole was dug where the house was to be

From the Desk of Pastor Bruce

located. The hole was bordered with concrete and divided in half; half being cellar and the other half being cistern. A footing of concrete was created around the parameter of the proposed structure. Although the lower level and the trench for the footing were dug with a shovel, there was already a financial investment in the concrete for the proposed house.

The house on the new property was disassembled and the building materials were used to create the new house. There was no plumbing or electrical wiring in the new house, but the shingles and siding did use up the $900.00. To offset the financial limitation, the upstairs level was used as a granary. It was not very convenient to carry gunny sacks full of grain up a ladder to the second floor, but that is how it was done.

The house was about 20 foot by 36 foot. It had a 6x6 entry on the front and consisted of a bedroom with a closet. A living room with a large heating stove. A kitchen with a sink and pantry. It was warm and comfortable.

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

Rinde Family to host Breakfast on the Farm

Todd County Breakfast on the Farm event was created to help connect the public with agriculture. Rinde Family Farm has volunteered to help make that connection happen by hosting the event in 2023.

This is the family’s second time to host and wanted to share some modern agriculture industry changes like adding robotic milkers to the operation since hosting in 2018.

Roger and Bonnie Rinde originally started their farm east of Browerville, and have expanded in many areas as their 3 children have returned back home and joined the operation as Rinde Farm LLC. Jeff, Justin and Kayla and their families all live close and are involved with the many aspects of farm operations.

They are excited to share their operation with a farm tour, display modern technology and

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machinery as well as provide an opportunity to learn from educational booths. There will be kid activities and a petting zoo.

Todd County Breakfast on the Farm will be having lunch on Saturday, June 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a menu of cheeseburgers, chips, milk and ice cream for a small fee.

Please park at the Todd County Fairgrounds in Long Prairie and ride the buses to the farm. There will be no public parking at the farm.

ALL STARS

Have you ever lost something and your heart stops with devastating fear? Last week my wife and I took a little trip to see our daughter and son-in-law. On the way home we stopped to grab a bite to eat and fill the car. That was about two hours from home, and it was late when we finally made it. We unloaded the car and went to bed. The next day, I was in my office and Lori called me up wondering it her purse was in my pickup. Fear was creeping in on me. Do you know how many things she has in her purse?

I am not sure why I looked in the pickup because we drove the car, it wasn’t there! I drove home to help her look. We looked everywhere, then as I was leaving, Lori said sheepishly, “look behind you." There on the doorknob of the pantry was her purse. I gently walked up to her and gave her a big hug, comforting her.

Now, I only know of a few people who read these articles, but I know there are many. I know that there might be someone reading that has put off turning their life over to God. Life is too much fun, or for one reason or another the church or a Christian has offended them in the past, so they ignore God’s calling them. Let me invite you into the kingdom of Heaven, right now. Confess your sins and ask God to come into and take control of

your life. Jesus came into the world to save us from the penalty of death and hell. John 3:17 “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”

If you have refused God up to this point, then the Bible says you are lost, but if you have invited Jesus into your heart, then, you will spend eternity with God, you are “found." Look at Luke 15:8-10 says “Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn’t she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it?

9And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.’ 10In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”

-Pastor Bruce Miller from Swanville Bible Church, 320-547-2916

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Fridays: 8-10 PM KARAOKE in the Bar

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HAPPY HOUR: Mon.-Wed.: 4:30-6:30 PM $3.00

Thursday: All Day/Night $2.50

Nightly Specials

Dine In Only - With Beverage Purchase

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

6 Drummies w/Toast & Fries $7.50

Walleye Wednesday: (5-9:30 pm) Walleye Fingers w/Fries $8.50

Thursday: (5-9 pm) Taco Wrap $8.50

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Lunch Specials: 11 AM-1 PM

Fri., June 2: Cheeseburger w/Fries

Mon., June 5: Roast Beef & Swiss Sandwich w/Fries or Potato Salad

Tues., June 6: Baked Chicken Dinner

Wed., June 7: Chicken Chow Mein

Thurs., June 8: Ribs & Kraut Dinner

Fri., June 9: Cheeseburger w/Fries or Chili

Friday: (5-9 pm) Choice of:

• 6 oz. Steak $12 • Add 3 Shrimp $15

• 6 oz. Butter/Garlic Steak $12

• Add 3 Shrimp $15

• 6 Shrimp $9.00 • Served with Baked Potato

Saturday: (4-8 pm) 1/4 lb. Hamburger $2.50

Toppings 50¢ each; Bacon 50¢ Slice

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Happy Hour Mon.-Fri.: 3-5 PM

$100

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

• Chicken & Ribs $15.95

• 8 oz. Ground Sirloin $13.95

• Creamy Sweet Chili Haddock w/Wild Rice

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Obituaries

James A. “Jim” Jungers

James A. “Jim” Jungers, age 80 of Sauk Centre, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 at the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, May 31 at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Greg Paffel officiating. Interment was in St. Paul’s Cemetery in Sauk Centre.

James Allen Jungers was born January 9, 1943 in Hospers, Iowa to Richard and Laura (Johannes) Jungers. He spent his working career at the Sauk Centre Bakery, Grain Belt Distributing, Beuning Agriculture, and prior to his retirement at Centre Jobbing. Jim was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church where he served as an usher and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Jim earned his pilot’s license and was a member of the Sauk Centre Flying Club. He loved flying with a friend to the Minnesota Gopher football games held in other states. Jim was also known to be a Mr. Fix-it and a wonderful storyteller. He loved to ride around town on his white scooter wearing his Newsboy hat and was also an avid reader.

Survivors include his brothers and sisters, Pat (Tom) Trutna, Joyce Jungers, Connie (Ken) Blank-Meier, Mary Jungers, and Dick Jungers all of Sauk Centre, and Dave (Donna) Jungers of Sherwood, Michigan; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Rich in 1973 and Laura in 1996; brothers, Lee in 1956, Phil in 1998, and Keith in 2017; brotherin-law, Jim Blank in 1996; and nephew, Ricky Jungers in 2017.

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

Raymond A. Meldaus

Raymond A. “Ray” Meldaus, age 99 of Big Birch Lake in Grey Eagle, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Thursday, March 30, 2023.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 10th at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Grey Eagle with military honors following the service by the Sauk Centre United Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. A private inurnment will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Grey Eagle.

Ray was born October 25, 1923 to Michael and Naimi (Kopman) Meldaus at the family homestead on Big Birch Lake. The Meldaus family members were active within the local Finnish community. After graduating from Grey Eagle High School, Ray enlisted in the Navy in June of 1941 and proudly served throughout WWII until his discharge in November of 1945.

Ray met the love of his life shortly after the war, and in 1947, he and Elizabeth “Tootie” Buchholz were married in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ray got his start as a sharp-dressed man working at Brown’s Clothing in Minneapolis before his long-term career at Minneapolis/ Minnesota Blueprint. Ray and Tootie lived in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, and after retirement, the couple moved to Big Birch Lake in Grey Eagle and wintered in Florida for many years.

Ray was an avid reader, history buff and music lover. He excelled in keeping things in immaculate order and finding ingenious solutions to problems. Ray loved sharing stories and a laugh with family & friends and relished his lifelong time on the shores of Big Birch Lake.

Survivors include his son, Jeffrey (Carol) Meldaus of Anoka; daughter, Susette (Pat) Smith of Maple Grove; grandchildren, Joelle (Andy) Pidhayny of Fort Mill, South Carolina, Justin (Jenny) Meldaus of Minneapolis, Ry (Joelle) Meldaus of Little Falls, and Matthew (Liz) Meldaus of Burtrum; great grandchildren James, Ian, Ava, Gwen, Brynn and Ross; and daughterin-law, Deb McCloskey of New Brighton.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Elizabeth “Tootie” Meldaus; son, Brian Meldaus; sister and brothers, Esther Anderson, Clarence Meldaus, and Roy Meldaus.

Memorials are preferred to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Grey Eagle.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.

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Rita Marie Hiltner Rita Marie Hiltner, age 99 of Freeport, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at home in Freeport, Minnesota.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 27 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Daniel Walz officiating. Inurnment followed in the parish cemetery.

Rita Marie Rose was born in Melrose, Minnesota, the daughter and youngest child of Herman Rose and Theresia Henrietta Benolken. Rita was a long-time resident of Freeport, Minnesota.

Rita was a member of the Sacred Heart Parish, the Christian Mothers, and the secretary of the local court of the Woman’s Catholic Order of Foresters for more than 60 years. She was also a member of the Young at Heart Club, the Senior Citizens Club, the Melrose VFW Auxiliary, and the Albany Legion Auxiliary.

Before and in the early years of her marriage to Edwin, Rita worked at the Freeport State Bank, and she helped there in the summers after her children were born. After her children left home, she worked as a cook at Charlie’s Cafe in Freeport. Rita enjoyed camping, walking, bowling, ice skating, and swimming. She enjoyed getting together with family and friends, playing cards, going for drives in the country, and going to the casino. She loved watching the birds and squirrels at the feeders in her yard. Everyone looked forward to getting a pair of the slippers she knitted. Rita and Ed traveled together to Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, and Switzerland.

Rita was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edwin Hiltner; her brothers, Frank (Eleanor Spaeth), John (Christine Rau), and Sylvester (Monica Hiltner); her sisters, Hilda, Elizabeth (Schmidt), Amanda (Zirbes), and Helen (Budde, Eichers); and her son-in-law, Leon Koopmeiners.

Rita is survived by her four children: Mary Ayers (Doug Porteous) of Toronto, Ontario, Peter (Hyon So) of Saint Roberts, Missouri, Susan (Richard Shawley) of Avon, Leon (Tammy Stewart) of Alexandria; and her sister-in-law, Genevieve (Overman) Hiltner. Rita loved and was very proud of her seven grandchildren and her 13 great grandchildren: Karolyn and Curtis Marshall and family, Peter Andrew Hiltner and Kim Stueve, Benjamin and Leeann Spartz Hiltner and family, Robin and Jeff Kremer and family, April and Jodi Huls and family, Nikki and Matt Klohr and family, and Josh and Ashley Hiltner and family.

Rita was lovingly cared for the last years of her life by her granddaughter, Nikki with help from the rest of the family.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Freeport.

Local Library Events

Grey Eagle Library • 320-285-2505

Ventriloquist James Wedgewood: Come join us in celebrating our Summer Reading Program “Find Your Voice” with a talented ventriloquist. This show is “The Most Fun You Can Have Without Moving Your Lips!” James uses amazing comic ventriloquism, outrageous characters, and hilarious audience participation to bring truly memorable entertainment. For all ages. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Wednesday, June 7 from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m.

Long Prairie Library • 320-732-2332

Ventriloquist James Wedgewood: Come join us in celebrating our Summer Reading Program “Find Your Voice” with a talented ventriloquist. This show is “The Most Fun You Can Have Without Moving Your Lips!” James uses amazing comic ventriloquism, outrageous characters, and hilarious audience participation to bring truly memorable entertainment. For all ages. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Wednesday, June 7 from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m.

Author Frank Weber: Forensic Psychologist, Frank F. Weber, will be at the Long Prairie Public library speaking on the writing of True Crime, forensic work and his latest book. The Haunted House of Hillman (H2 OH) is based on the true story of teens daring each other to return to the home of an unsolved murder. The killer begins to view the home as a victim magnet. Frank will share the amazing stories of victim survival that led to the resolution of this true crime thriller. Frank will give a live demonstration of a lie detector test (volunteer a friend). Frank will be at the library answering questions on his work, signing and selling his books and discussing the latest forensic tools. For adults. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Wednesday, June 7 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Melrose Library • 320-256-3885

The Dollipops!: Get ready to sing, dance, and laugh with the engaging, high-energy, highly interactive kids’ show! Dolli and Pop are sisters who have traveled all the way from Sweet Tart City to bring you on a magical and musical road trip that is sure to get kids (and their parents!) moving, grooving, and making memories. From classic beach tunes to current Hollywood and pop hits, Dolli and Pop use music to allow kids the chance to use their imaginations, to sing and dance along, and even to enjoy their very own four and a half minutes of fame! For children and families. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Tuesday, June 6 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Natures View Tree & Yard Care

Every year on Memorial weekend the Jim Koetter family has gotten together for freshening and cleaning up the grotto at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Freeport. The grotto is a tribune to their aunt Sister Adelaide Koetter who was killed and murdered in World War II. She and other missionaries were captured by the Japanese during the war and they were murdered at sea. This year, many more of sister Adelaide nieces and nephews came and helped getting that Grotto really spruced up. Submitted by Bob Koetter.

Swanville Junior High Student of the Month

Swanville Public School is pleased to announce the May grades seven through nine Student of the Month, ninth grade student Corinne Notermann. Corrine is the daughter of Michelle and Tony Notermann. She enjoys playing with her puppy, running, shopping and hanging with family and friends.

Corrine began participating in volleyball as a sixth grader and this year added track. She is also a student council member. Corrine is consistently on the honor roll. Her favorite thing about school is being around her friends. Her advice to other students is “Study and focus on being

Todays Thought

I don't understand why people have to "get ready for bed." I'm always ready for bed.

your best self.”

Fine Arts Instructor Kerry Osberg says, “I really enjoy having Corinne as one of my students! She is very conscientious, hardworking and strives to do her best. She has been a wonderful addition to the Student Council. She can always be counted on to volunteer her time and effort to the projects that we sponsor. Corinne is very kind hearted and quick to help out her fellow students! She truly is a team player and both on and off the field!” Corinne’s future plans are to attend college.

A Question Funny

A little boy just couldn't learn. One day his teacher asked him who signed the Declaration of Independence. He didn't know. For almost a week she asked him the same question every day, but still he couldn't come up with the right answer.

Finally, in desperation, she called the boy's father to her office. "Your boy won't tell me who signed the Declaration of Independence," she complained.

"Come here, son, and sit down," the dad said to the boy. "Now if you signed that crazy thing, just admit it so we can get out of here!"

Thomas A. Guenther Thomas

Andrew “Tom”

Guenther, age 87 of Grey Eagle, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at the Belgrade Care Center in Belgrade, Minnesota.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 6 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ronald Dockendorf officiating. Inurnment will be in Saint Ann’s Cemetery in Brandon at a later date.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church. The Knights of Columbus will pray at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday at the church.

Tom was the youngest of five children born to Rudolph and Isabella (Joos) Guenther and was baptized and confirmed at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Brandon. He graduated from Brandon High School in 1953 and began farming with his father. He farmed until 1989 and semi-retired in 1998, relocating to Mercy Manor Apartments in Albany. He worked for Green Thumb at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home and Mercy Manor. In 2005 he moved to Village View Apartments in Grey Eagle.

Music was important in Tom’s life playing the accordion, piano, organ, and clarinet, entertaining many people at different celebrations with his old time music. He was a member of the American Tree Farm System and planted many trees and gardens. Many people benefited from his garden produce and his volunteer work. Tom was also a member of the Knights of Columbus for 70 years.

Thomas is survived by his brothers, Gustavus (Bernice) Guenther of Milbank, South Dakota and Charles Guenther of St. Peter, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, LaVern Ledermann; brother, Walter Guenther; and sister-in-law, Lillian Guenther.

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

Dale L. Wegleitner

Dale L. Wegleitner, age 72 of Melrose, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at his home in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11a.m. Thursday, June 8 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle. Entombment will be in the parish cemetery with military honors by the Melrose Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the church.

Dale Lawrence Wegleitner was born September 15, 1950 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Anton and Verena (Heinen) Wegleitner. He served in the United States Army from 1970 to 1971. On February 3, 1984, he was united in marriage to Joan Welle at St. Anthony Catholic Church near Albany, Minnesota.

Dale was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle and a lifelong member of the Schanhaar-Otte VFW Post 7050 in Melrose. He enjoyed deer hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Joan Wegleitner; brothers, Tony (Kerry) Wegleitner and Darrell (Anette) Wegleitner; sisters, Debbie (LeRoy) Sand and Denise Wegleitner; sisters-in-law, Pat Wegleitner, Peggy Wegleitner, Linda Wegleitner, and Carol Wegleitner; and many nieces and nephews.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Lee Wegleitner, Ken Wegleitner, Joe Wegleitner, and Dave Wegleitner. Memorials are preferred.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.

Sudoku

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.

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey

Dear Dave, I’m 61, and I hope to be able to retire soon, but I’m watching my retirement savings completely eroding away day after day. The only place I’m not losing money is $180,000 I have sitting in the bank earning almost zero interest. What should I do?

-Jesse

Dear Jesse, Come on, man. “Completely eroding away day after day?” That’s a little dramatic. One of the things you have to understand, and coming to grips with it has helped me since I began doing research on things like this 30 years ago, is we all have a drama queen living in our brain that exaggerates things— especially when it comes to investing. So, take a deep breath and calm down. Everything’s going to be okay.

Studies have shown us it takes $3 of gain in an investment to emotionally offset $1 of loss. Our brains record negative things at a much greater rate than they do positive things, and it takes a lot of emotion to recover from that. Your investments may be down a little. If you’ve got $1 million in there, it may be worth $900,000 right now. Next year, it’s liable to bounce up to $1.1 million. In other words, your entire retirement savings is not “eroding away.”

Have you ever heard people say they lost all their money in the stock market? Well, that’s mathematically impossible, unless you

put all your money into one company, and that company completely closed and was worth zero. Remember Enron? What most people really mean when they say that is they lost a bunch of money because they freaked out and went into hyper-drama mode, then pulled all their money out while the market was down.

Jesse, did you know that in the last 20 years, every down year in the stock market was followed by two years of record gains? Facts and mathematics are your two best friends when it comes to telling your inner drama queen, “Shut up, we’re going to continue to invest!”

-Dave

* Dave Ramsey is a seven-time #1 national best-selling author, personal finance expert, and host of The Ramsey Show, heard by more than 18 million listeners each week. He has appeared on Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, Today Show, Fox News, CNN, Fox Business, and many more. Since 1992, Dave has helped people regain control of their money, build wealth and enhance their lives. He also serves as CEO for Ramsey Solutions.

Albany Senior Dining

Mon., June 5: Salisbury steak, whipped potatoes, gravy, green beans, fresh fruit, roll.

Tues., June 6: Chicken strip fritters, coleslaw, baked beans, apple slices.

Wed., June 7: Apple bourbon pork tenderloin, sweet potato, Calif. vegetables, peaches.

Thurs., June 8: BBQ chicken, scalloped potatoes, glazed carrots, cucumber salad, roll.

Fri., June 9: Special of the day. Pre-registration requested to dine daily. For more info. call 320-845-4070.

Upsala - All Ages

BREAKFAST: Mon.-Fri. 7-10 a.m.: Walk in & dine. Take out available, call ahead.

Mon., June 5: Cheesy hot beef sandwich, vegetable, dessert.

Tues., June 6: Smoked sausage alfredo bake, garden salad, garlic bread, dessert.

Ask The Motor Medics®

From the Hosts of the Under The Hood radio show.

Dear Motor Medics, I have a 2004 GMC Yukon and I'm having a 4x4 problem. The

system will work one time then not the next. When I take it to the shop it seems to be the time that it is working correctly. The problem it has is when I switch to 4x4 high the light just blinks then is stays in the 2wd position. Sometimes when I switch to low 4x4 then back to high it will work just fine until I put it back in the 2wd position.

-Jack in Charleston, West Virginia

Dear Jack, Problems with systems that seem to always work when you have it in the shop are as big a pain for the mechanics as it is for you as the driver. The systems have computers that can often give codes which can help with the diagnostics, but they don't always indicate the exact cause and without the system actually failed at the moment it's being inspected makes it hard to diagnose and confirm repairs. The most often found issue we see when a 4x4 system in a GM truck of your model year fails like this is a failed shift motor or shift module. Both parts can be expensive so if you can get it to happen while at a shop so they can give a 100% accurate diagnosis it will go a long way to helping you save money and get it repaired right on the first visit.

-Take care, the Motor Medics

Dear Motor Medics, I m a long time Under the Hood listener and I want to thank you for the great advice you guys give. I have a problem with my

headlights. I drive a 2007 Chevy Impala and when I'm driving my headlights sometimes just shut off by themselves. If I pull the headlight switch out, they stay off but switching to the high beams does work but only for about two minutes then they start to blink and fail too. I tried a switch that I installed myself and It did not help.

Dear Steven,

-Steven in Lindsay, Oklahoma

We have experienced headlight failure ourselves and it can be a scary thing. At least you have high beams so you can get off the road safely. This is actually becoming a common issue on this body style car. The headlight switches do fail quite often and your replacing of the switch may have been needed as well as the further repairs needed now. The switch connector needs to be checked during the installation of the switch. The pins in the connector tend to become burnt and fail due to high resistance and heat build-up. Make sure the pins are clean and in good shape and are not loose and replace any that are questionable. The pins can be found at a GM dealership parts department and the tool to install them at most auto parts stores. Also check your headlight socket connections.

-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.

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Wed., June 7: Pork stir fry, rice, eggroll, dessert.

Thurs., June 8: Creamy chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert.

Fri., June 9: Swedish meatballs over pasta, vegetable, garlic bread, dessert.

Pick up or eat in by 11:30 a.m. For meals, call a day before: 320-573-4435.

911, Hello...Hello

By Stearns County Sheriff Steve Soyka

Technology can be a great help in times of need. Cell phones offer a wide array of methods for contacting assistance when you need help. A direct call, text to 911, and sometime in the future I’m sure, video to 911. Technology can at times also present challenges. From May 1 to May 24 our Emergency Communications Center has received 2000 unintentional 911 calls. There are a wide variety of euphemisms for these calls: mistake call, misdial, pocket dial, butt dial, and maybe just “dang it”. If you are a member of a generation that lived without cell phones, like me, some of this technology can be, shall we say, dicey. To that we add shortcuts to calling 911 and automatic crash detection and the potential for a mistaken call only increases. I don’t know about other cell phones, but I know that on the rare occasion I power mine off it provides two options; power off or contact emergency services. One must be careful with that swipe.

Card of Thanks

Don’t even get me started on the number of inadvertent home screen photos I have had to delete. A lot of the calls that our center receives we are able to hear audio and most of the time determine that there doesn’t seem to be an emergency. One recent example from our center is of an individual that was out working and using a chainsaw. His phone dialed 911. Obviously with the chainsaw running he couldn’t hear much. Unfortunately, that occurred a total of 20 times. Each of these calls must be answered and some attempt to speak to the caller made. If no contact is made, we try to utilize GPS coordinates and then send a deputy or officer. So, from our office, just a reminder to be mindful of your phones and their capabilities. If a call is made mistakenly, please stay on the line, and let the telecommunicator know that there is no problem. It will save some time, and perhaps a surprise visit from law enforcement to see if you are okay.

Men’s Health Webinar: Erectile Dysfunction

Is erectile dysfunction (ED) interfering with your life?

Urologist Elizabeth Phillips, MD, will share signs, symptoms and latest treatment options for ED at an online event Tuesday, June 6, from 6-6:45 p.m. If you’re experiencing ED, we can help. The first step is up to you. You can watch this free, CentraCare -

Urology Clinic webinar in the comfort of your home and get your questions answered with complete privacy.

Registration required at: vs.centracare. com/events/ or qrco.de/bdvUos. For more information, call 320-259-1411. Register today and learn about ED treatments that go beyond medication.

Summer is upon us, Can I leave my children home alone?

By Kimberly Cook, General Crime & Child Abuse Services Coordinator. Hands of Hope Resource Center – Long Prairie Office

Have you ever wondered what the rules are for when a child can stay home alone? Here is a helpful way to know if your children are old enough and most importantly if they are ready to do so.

The guidelines from this study were adopted by The MN Department of Human Services and added to the statewide Maltreatment Screening Guidelines. These guidelines are:

• Children under age 8 should not be left alone for any period of time.

• Children ages 8, 9, and 10 may be left alone for no longer than three hours.

• Children under the age of 11 should not provide childcare (babysitting).

• Children ages 11¬ to 13 may be left alone for no longer than 12 hours.

• Children ages 14 and 15 may be left alone for no longer than 24 hours.

• Children ages 11 to 15 that are placed in a childcare role are subject to the same time restrictions of being left alone.

• Children ages 16 and 17 may be left alone for over 24 hours with a plan in place concerning how to respond to an emergency and have adequate adult back-up supervision.

Is your child ready?

• Is your child physically and mentally able to care for him- or herself?

• Does your child tend to obey rules and make good decisions?

• How does your child respond to unfamiliar or stressful situations?

• Does your child feel comfortable or

fearful about being home alone?

• For how long will you be gone?

• Will you be gone during daylight hours or at night?

• Will older siblings or kids be with your child?

• How safe is your neighborhood?

• Does your child know how to reach you when you’re away? Rules to consider:

• When to open the door to a stranger or neighbor.

• Can a friend come over or the child leave the house?

• What to do in an emergency & which neighbor to turn to if necessary

• Whether or not it is appropriate for your children to cook/use stove

• What restrictions are expected in terms of internet use or TV watching

• Make sure your child knows how to lock doors and windows in order to increase safety

If you would like more information or have questions, you can contact your local social service agency or contact Hands of Hope Resource Center. Our business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, or give us a call at (320) 732-2319 or our 24/7 crisis line at 800-682-4547 for more information (320) 732-2319 or (888) 682-4547.

Thank you to family and friends for all the visits, prayers, food, cards and memorials for Tony. Thank you to the Coborn's Cancer Center and the St. Cloud Hospital. A special thank you to Joanie and Eileen for the wonderful care at home. Also thank you to Moments Hospice team for your great support. Thank you to Father Julius and Father Edward for the beautiful service, the musicians and the people who served lunch.

The Family of Tony Cherne

My time in Minnesota has been brief, my impact minimal, but the experiences will be remembered.

To the thousands and thousands that I prepared meals for, thank you for supporting and providing for my family. To the regulars I had, I apologize for not being able to say goodbyes in a proper fashion. Thank you for everything or just lending an ear.

Thank you to the entire Valencia family. You all made me feel welcome and wanted, unlike others who pushed me away or excluded me. Special thanks to Ricky, Randi, and Ernie. Thanks for enduring my many mood swings. We may have had our differences at times, but we were able to put them aside and take case of the business at hand.

So, if anyone is ever wanders out my way, feel free to stop by the Antelope Creek and have a drink on this old line cook.

Thanks to all.

Adam Rode

To Submit a Card of Thanks the cost is $5.00 for the first 50 words, 10¢ for each additional word. MUST BE PREPAID. Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336.

Caring for Newly Planted Trees

Water Your Tree

Newly planted trees need 15-25 gallons of water once a week for the first 3 to 5 year when the ground is thawed. You can skip watering if it has rained more than 1 inch in a week. Weekly watering sounds expensive but costs less than a cup of coffee.

Mulch Your Tree

Mulch that cover a trees roots provides numerous benefits. It keeps the roots cool and moist in the summer. It protects tree roots from freezing in the winter. Mulch adds nutrients and organic matter to the soil, and reduces competition with weeds. Mulch also keeps weed whips and lawn mowers away from a tree’s trunk.

Prune Your Tree

Trees should be pruned when they are young so they grow strong branch attachments and good structure, which reduces damage a

tree experiences during storms. Proper pruning techniques speeds up the time a pruning wound heals and decreases the formation of rot in a tree. Consider hiring a trained tree care professional to prune your trees.

Source: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ treecare/caring-pruning.html

Todd County Soil and Water has a tree sale program, please contact their office at 320-732-2644 for more information regarding their tree sale.

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LOST: Green loading ramp 5 ft.x5 ft. going west Hwy 75 to I-94 from St. Cloud to Melrose about 2 weeks ago. Call 320-333-5353.

GARAGE SALE: 707 2nd Ave. NE, Melrose. Thurs., June 1: 12-7pm; Fri., June 2: 8am-6pm; Sat., June 3: 8am-? Girls 12-18 month, boys newborn-10/12, womens L/ XL, mens L, front door with side lights, 6 panel interior doors, household items, infant car seat, 2 bases, baby items, books, toys, push lawn mower, punch bowl set, breast feeding pumps & supplies, Wellness Co. Presentation, homemade cards.

HUGE MULTI FAMILY: Maple Lake Association Bi-Annual Garage Sale; Long Prairie, Thursday, June 8: 4 to 8pm; Friday, June 9: 10am to 7pm; Saturday, June 10: 8am to Noon. Sporting goods, toys, children and adult clothing, furniture, housewares, tools, antiques and so much more! 18854 Hwy 27, pole barn NW of intersection Todd Cty. Rd. 11 & MN 27.

RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE: Zion Lutheran Church, 316 Maple St., Sauk Centre. Thurs.-Fri., June 8-9: 8:30am-5pm; Sat., June 10: 8:30am-12pm.

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CHURCH: Rummage and Bake Sale in Upsala June 10: 8:00-11:30. $1 bag sale from 11:30-12:00.

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

WANTED: 606 or 454 International utility tractor. Call 320-267-5632. RB-tfn

WANTED: 70 hp. tractor with cab & snowblower, reasonable. Call 320-267-5632. RB-tfn

WANTED: Small refrigerator & gas stove. Call 320-252-9756. 6/1

Todd County HHS Employment Opportunity

Todd County HHS is looking for reliable, service oriented individual to serve the citizens of Todd County in the following position:

** Eligibility Worker (full-time)

To learn more about this opening 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

FOR SALE: '84 Corvette, top comes off, $10,500 or b/o. Call 320-267-5632. RB-tfn

FOR SALE: 14' Crestliner aluminum boat with 6HP Johnson Sea Horse outboard motor, and Snowco trailer, $1250. Call 218760-8266. GR-tfn

ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN BIKE Rentals as low as $25/day, Grey Eagle. 2sledsandatrailer.com, rentsleds@yahoo.com. Call or text 320-200-0300. S-6-1B

ALUMINUM FISHING Boat Rentals as low as $25/day, Grey Eagle. 2sledsandatrailer.com, rentsleds@yahoo.com. Call or text 320-200-0300. S-6-1B

FOR SALE: 1st cut meadow hay wrapped, 2nd cut meadow & 3rd cut alfalfa net wrapped & bagged. Call 320-573-2516. 6/2

FOR SALE: Oliver 5 bottom plow, bale elevator, 40 ft. grain elevator. Call 320-2529756. 6/1

FOR SALE: Alum boat lift w/canopy, 1600 lbs. Big Birch Lake 320-836-2588. 6/8

FOR SALE: Skechers leather steel toe shoe 9.5, women's $30. Call 320-894-9118.

FOR SALE: Hydrothol Granular for pond or fountain water algae control, 20 lbs. $110. Call 320-815-1768.

FOR SALE: FLOE V200 boat lift w/20ft. canopy, cover, battery, battery box, rod holders, remote, good condition, $3250. Grey Eagle 612-709-8918. 6/8

FOR SALE: Vintage wood fruit crates (Rosy, Pete's Best Cherries, Pride LaVerne, Federal, Karprielian) set of 5, $50. Call 517512-3342.

FOR SALE: Vintage wooden buffet and 5 chairs set, $500. Call/text 320-333-2154.

FOR SALE: 2013 Forest River Surveyor Select travel trailer, 32 ft. sleeps 5-6 with many extra features. Call 320-493-5562, leave message.

FOR SALE: American Hauler enclosed trailer, size 5x8. Call 320-356-2116, leave message.

FOR SALE: Inversion table like new, paid $150, asking $100. Call 320-493-5562, leave message.

FOR SALE: Toro self propelled, Yard Master push mowers. Call 320-260-4551.

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