Hometown News June 8, 2023

Larson caught this 3 pound large mouth bass on Upper Spunk Lake in Avon. Submitted by Tyler Larson.

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My mother always told me that a smile is an inexpensive way to improve my looks. She also told me, “If you’re happy, tell your face.”

I continually ask our employees at MackayMitchell Envelope Company to answer the telephone with a smile. Why? You can hear a smile in a voice.

So I took special interest when recently reading a story in “The New York Times” about a smile teacher in Japan and how her business is booming. After three years of wearing masks during the pandemic, a lot of people forgot how to lift the corners of their mouths and smile. Her motto is “More smile, more happiness.”

Keiko Kawano, the smile coach, said: “People have not been raising their cheeks under a mask or trying to smile much. Now they’re at a loss. People train their body muscles, but not their faces. And you can’t just suddenly start using these muscles. You need to work on them.”

All people smile in the same language. That yellow smiley-face icon is everywhere,

-By Harvey Mackay

but where did it come from? It was born in 1963 in Worcester, Mass., when State Mutual Life Assurance Company approached graphic designer Harvey Ball to create a morale booster for employees. It only took 10 minutes for Ball to create the icon and was paid a whopping $45.

In an interview with the Associated Press, Ball said, “I made a circle with a smile for a mouth on yellow paper, because it was sunshiny and bright.”

Everything seems much easier with a smile. Smiling makes you feel good, and it can actually improve your health and life. Consider these facts:

• Smiling makes you happier. Studies show that the act of smiling can actually trick the brain into feeling happier. Smiling can’t fix all your problems, but it can make you feel a little better at any moment.

• Smiling can drastically reduce stress. Research shows that smiling has the power to reduce stress and increase our ability to deal with trying situations. Smiling calms people down and increases their coping abilities.

• Smiling helps you live longer. Smiling decreases blood pressure by releasing endorphins to improve your immune system, helping fight infection and disease.

• Smiling improves your chances of work promotions. People who smile at work are more likely to be promoted. Smiling conveys happiness, approachability and confidence, all traits that managers look for in employees.

• Smiling can boost morale. This is especially true in difficult situations or fields such as medicine, hospice and home care. A smile is a light in the window of a face which

shows that the heart is at home.

You should never underestimate the value of a smile. I have always loved this poem attributed to Bob Bertram:

“A smile costs nothing but gives a lot.

It enriches those who receive it without making poorer those who give it.

A smile takes only a moment but the memory of it can last forever.

No one is so rich, or so mighty, that they can get along without a smile.

And no one is so poor that they cannot be made richer by a smile.

A smile creates happiness in the home, fosters goodwill in business and is the counter sign of friendship.

A smile brings rest to the weary, cheer to the discouraged, sunshine to the sad and is nature’s best cure for trouble.

Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is of no value to anyone until it is given away.

Some people are too tired to give a smile so give them one of yours, as no one needs a smile so much as he who has no more of his own to give.”

So get back into the habit – smile today!

Mackay’s Moral: The world always looks brighter from behind a smile.

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.”

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Weekend Weather

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne

Making Hay

Making hay was a truly memorable time. For those of us who have had the opportunity to stand outside and smell the really great smell of freshly made alfalfa hay, it brings back fond memories.

Some of these fond memories include the reality of a lot of hot weather and hard work.

Haying was done primarily during midsummer. It usually involved temperatures in the high 80’s or into the 90’s. So that one could have the driest hay, it was baled in the hot sun. We would pick the bales off of the bale chute and stack them 5 layers high and 20 bales wide on the hay rack—100 bales to a load. They were then pulled back to the barn where they were unloaded on an auger and sent up to the hay barn or unloaded and stacked in the hay shed. The most hay we ever harvested in one day was 1100 bales. When one considers that the bales weighed about 50 pounds each, were picked up and loaded on the rack, picked up and unloaded from the rack and were then picked up and stacked in the barns, you will imagine on a 1000 bale day, moving the bales three times, there was 75 tons of hay moved that day. It made for strong backs.

The full sunshine on the hay racks made you sweat, but the heat in the barns was more intense. The barns did not have much ventilation, along with the heat created by the freshly baled hay, usually created a temperature in excess of 100. The sun really beat down on the barn roofs and the dust and small bugs really made one itch.

Those hay-making days actually made you feel good. First, because you could admire

all the hay you had made and appreciate the economic value of your work. Secondly, you felt good because the hay was made and you could quit.

In my time on the farm we usually had two crops of hay and if the weather was perfect for growing and harvesting hay, you may be able to harvest three crops. The third crop was usually very small and immature, making it ideal for feed for younger calves.

Today hay is harvested with machines, blown into silos or plastic baggies. Human handling has been greatly reduced or in some cases totally eliminated. Instead of two crops or maybe three, today’s farmers harvest four and maybe five crops per year, doing the harvesting when the hay is less mature, which increases the feed value to the cattle. Some bales are still made, but they are 600 or more pounds, which eliminates the human handling.

Making hay today seems to be a lot more fun and a lot less sweat.

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From the Desk of Pastor Bruce

One of the texts I read for my devotions this morning was Romans 12. There are a couple of things that I was reminded of and how we are to act. First of all, Romans 12:2 “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Now, I don’t have to say very much on how the world thinks and acts. But what is interesting here is that even though we live in this world we are to be “transformed” by the renewing of our minds. This of course is talking about pleasing God in everything you do, investing time every day to understanding who God is, “Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is."

Then, Romans 12:17-19 “Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. 18If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. 19Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord.” Repaying evil for evil; so many times, our world revolves around the bad that happened to me, or the bad someone else did to me, so we do bad in return. I have a Newtons cradle in my office

specifically for counseling. People come in to ask advice on the behavior of other people and how they ought to respond. So, I pull that out and pull back a ball bearing and let it go. In reaction to that the opposite ball bearing is sent in the opposite direction. Newton’s third law: the law of action and reaction says “for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” This is how the world responds.

Verse 19 says “Do not take revenge… but leave room for God’s wrath." Most people act as though they are the servants of God and take revenge on God’s behalf. This is not how we see Jesus responding. Please listen! If you respond negatively, you will get a negative response. If you respond positively, you will get a positive response.

Transform your minds friends, and let God take care of you!

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

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Obituaries

Edmund Joseph Duevel

Edmund

“Eddie” Joseph Duevel, age 92 of Sauk Centre, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the VA Medical Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am Friday June 23, 2023 at Saint Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Fr. Mark Botzet officiating. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery after the service. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 am Friday at the church.

Edmund “Eddie” Joseph Duevel was born March 19, 1931 in Melrose, Minnesota to Joseph, Sr. and Helen (Schmidt) Duevel. Eddie served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1959 and was stationed in Germany. Upon his return, he was a self-employed can and bulk milk truck driver for the Sauk Centre Creamery. He married Mary Jane Zimmermann on May 5, 1962 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. In 1966, Eddie and Mary Jane purchased a dairy farm five miles south of Sauk Centre. Eddie had a passion for farming and enjoyed every aspect of it. He never really retired. Once his two sons took over the farm, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and going to the Sauk Centre Truck Stop almost every morning for coffee. He continued helping his sons on the farm until the last few years. Eddie was a member of St Paul’s Catholic Church and Catholic United Financial.

He is survived by his four children, Robert of Oakdale, Mary Kay (Mike) of Lakeville, John of Sauk Centre, and Thomas of Sauk Centre; grandchildren, Caroline, Claire and Matthew O’Connor; sister, Lorraine Schmidt; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Eddie was preceded in death by his wife Mary Jane, parents; brothers, Ervin, Joseph and Jerome Duevel and sister, Bernice Kuefler.

Memorials to St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Masses, or donor’s choice.

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

Linda Wershing

Linda Wershing of Grey Eagle, MN, passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on the night of Monday, May 29, 2023 with son, Andy and a dear friend by her side.

Linda was born on March 31, 1950 to Howard and Viola Helmeke. She grew up in southwest Minneapolis and attended Washburn Senior High School. Linda graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato in 1972.

After graduation, she moved to Grey Eagle, MN and taught as an elementary school teacher for 39 years with the majority of those years teaching 2nd grade. Even after decades of teaching, she continued her lifelong dedication to educating in the “Foster Grandparent” program.

In her free time, when not teaching or being a Mom, Linda spent loving her many pets, cats and dogs alike. She enjoyed getting her hands in the dirt gardening and planting flowers, watching the birds, and looking for signs of the passing seasons. All of which she kept beautifully logged in many, many journals.

Linda also sang in several choirs, was an active member on multiple community boards, a bowling team, and also dabbled in theater.

She travelled with friends and had the pleasure of chaperoning band trips.

After retirement in 2011, Linda was blessed with the joys of being a grandparent to Allie, which led her on many road trips to beloved Boulder, CO.

A strong faith and positive outlook guided her through life with its many joys and sorrows, along with her courageous battle with cancer.

She will be deeply missed by her children, son, Andrew Seifert, daughter, Nicole Griffin, son-in-law, Curtis Griffin, and granddaughter, Allie Griffin.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Viola Helmeke, sister Carole, the children’s Dad, John Seifert, daughter-in-law, Michele, and dear friend, James Molkenthin.

A private ceremony will be held on June 10th. If you wish to support the family please contribute to Linda Wershing Memorial Fund at the Magnifi Financial Credit Union of Central Minnesota.

James J. "Jim" Felling

James J. "Jim"

Felling, age 76 of Sauk Centre, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at his home in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

James was born in St. Paul, MN.

After graduating from Mechanic Arts High School, in St. Paul, he was proud to have served in Vietnam (196668). One of his treasured accomplishments was to earn two Purple Hearts and several other service medals: Army Good Conduct; Vietnam Service Medal w/three Bronze Service Stars; Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge; Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge; Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross. Jim was a talented musician, known for Elvis renditions, performed with regional bands in the 70’s and 80’s, most notably the “Facts of Five” and “Roving Gamblers." Later, he moved to Sauk Centre and resided on Sauk Lake.

Jim was known to many as “Mr. Lucky." He was a firearm enthusiast, enjoyed spending time with friends, running into the Felling and Walz relatives, feeding the Mallards, playing ball with the dog, constantly making home improvements and shopping. Jim had the highest regard for the Police Officers in town and was proud to know all their names. There wasn’t anything Jim and his meticulous self could not fix; his way was always the ‘right way’. He was talented in many areas: Makita Sales Representative, Optical Lab Technician, Professional Locksmithing, and sold cars/campers. Jim enjoyed sharing his musical talents by hosting Karaoke at several establishments in town.

He was a proud patriot and loved his country. If anyone had conversation with Jim, his passion was clearly evident. Jim served as Finance Officer in the Little Sauk Legion, Post 417 and continued his involvement and promoter of the Legion until his passing. He enjoyed creating and maintaining the Legion website and assisting the Legion and Auxiliary with their projects. He enjoyed computer technology and being asked by TJ to create/burn the CD for the Sauk Centre Girls’ Softball Team and maintaining the Diamond Point Website. Jim enjoyed singing with son, Tony, spending time with friends and relatives on the lake, boating, Poker Walks with the ‘group’, live music, dining out, late hour runs for ice cream, Harley, travel, people watching and following his grandsons many sports activities and their other achievements. Jim was accomplished having survived Vietnam and Quadruple surgery.

Jim is survived by his children, Anthony James (Becky) Felling of White Bear Lake, Nicole Ann Marie (Chris) Nelsen of Mound, and Robert James (Kristin) Thompson of Oakdale; grandchildren, Austin, Ethan, Gage, Jude, Valerie, Lauren, Samantha, Isaac, and Makayla; sister, Kathy (Dave) Jackson of San Angelo, Texas; niece, Kristine (Mack) Roller; nephew, James (Trina) Jackson; and fiance, Gail Rosenow and her children, Andre, Ken (Sierra) Tate. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Martha Felling; and nephew, Gary Jackson.

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

David W. “Dave” Lind

“Dave” Lind, age 76 of Sauk Centre, passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at the CentraCare Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, June 6 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Greg Paffel officiating. Inurnment was in the parish cemetery.

David Wallace Lind was born April 9, 1947 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Wallace and Eleanore (Luniewski) Lind. He graduated from DeLaSalle High School and furthered his education at St. Cloud State University. He was united in marriage to Susan Hain on November 28, 1969 at St. Bridget’s Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dave worked as a Hennepin County Deputy Sheriff in Hennepin County for 26 years, retiring on September 30, 1999.

He was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. Dave enjoyed gardening, fishing, traveling, volunteering, and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Sue Lind of Sauk Centre; children, Jennifer (Chris) Bauer of Morrison, Colorado, Joseph Lind of Sauk Centre; and Ann Lind of South Lake Tahoe, California; brother and sisters, Lois (Jim) Grill of Burnsville, Diane (Steve) Busby of Robbinsdale, Marianne (Ken) Poohachoff of South Lake Tahoe, California, and Robert (Jean) Lind of Robbinsdale; and brother-in-law, Mike Duffey of Plymouth.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Judy Duffey.

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

Ronald Steinhofer

Ronald Steinhofer, age 69, of Sauk Rapids, passed away June 4, 2023. He was born October 24, 1953 in Melrose, MN and later graduated from Melrose High School. Ron married Darlene Hjort October 2, 1976. He worked for many years at Electrolux in St. Cloud.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Darlene of Sauk Rapids; children, Lisa (Jeff) of Sauk Rapids and Travis (Tonya) of Rapid City, SD; mother, Shirley of Melrose; siblings, Ken (Alice) of Cold Spring, Alice (Rick) of Long Prairie, Carol (Matt) of Albany, Diane of Melrose, Sharon (Eugene) of Albany and Tom of Cannon Falls.

He was preceded in death by his father, Norbert.

A celebration of Ron’s life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Peterson-Johnson Funeral Home, Milaca.

Dorothy Lindner

Dorothy Amelia Lindner was born on June 29, 1933 in McLeod County, Rich Valley Township, the daughter of John and Mabel Kucera (Osmek). She attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Silver Lake, Minnesota, and one year in Silver Lake Public School 9th grade. Dorothy left home and went to work for a family near Waconia, Minnesota.

It was in Waconia that Dorothy met and married Florian Lindner on September 10, 1953 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Silver Lake, Minnesota. Three children were born to this union, Linda, Barbara and Donna, seven grandchildren, 16 greatgrandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren.

Dorothy and her husband lived in Maple Lake, and she worked for Stearns Sewing Factory and also as head cook in a restaurant. Dorothy went back to school and earned a GED. Later she went back to school and learned how to be a nurse’s assistant. Florian and Dorothy’s youngest daughter Donna moved to Grants Pass, Oregon and shortly thereafter Dorothy and her husband moved to Cave Junction, Oregon and she worked at a nursing home and also home care.

Dorothy and Florian became members of the Sub-ordinate Oregon Grange and the Oregon State Grange. Dorothy loved to travel around the country with her husband. In 1995 they moved back to Minnesota and purchased a home in Evansville. After living there for 10 years they sold their home and moved to the Swanville apartments and from there to Village View Apartments in Grey Eagle, Minnesota.

Dorothy A. Lindner, age 89 of Alexandria, died on Monday, May 29, 2023 at St. Otto’s Care Center in Little Falls, MN. Dorothy is survived by her daughters; Barb Zupan (Joe Schmidt), Evansville, Minnesota; Donna (Larry) Hadsell, Grants Pass, Oregon; 16 grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren; Robert, Michael, Kristie, Amanda, Chris, Colin, and Shaun; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Gladys Casey; brother, John J. Kucera.

Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Florian; daughter, Linda (Van) Rioux, granddaughter Heidi Sturges, grandsons Cory Sturges and Leslie Petterson, son-in-law Duane Zupan and sisters, Delores Goerke, Sophie Schade, and Katherine Blausen.

Memorial mass will be held at Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Millerville, Minnesota on Friday, June 9, 2023 at 11 AM. Burial at the church cemetery.

Arrangements are with the Anderson Funeral Home.

Kenneth Zitur

Ken’s family will host a celebration of life on Sunday, June 25th, 2023, at Albany Pioneer Grounds in Albany, Minnesota. There will be a service at 1:00 p.m. followed by a meal and time to share memories. Please dress casually, Ken wouldn’t have wanted you to get dressed up just for him.

Kenneth Jon Zitur, age 69, of Avon, Minnesota, passed away on May 28th, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.

More often known as Ken, Kenny, cowboy Ken, Iron Man, or “the blacksmith”, he was born on December 17th, 1953, to Alois and Wanda (Opitz) Zitur in St. Cloud, MN. After graduating from Apollo High School in 1972, Ken went on to take welding classes at the St. Cloud Technical College. From there, he found his love of blacksmithing while working at the Burlington Northern Railroad in Waite Park for 12 years, until it closed in 1986. With his love of blacksmithing in hand, he decided to start his own business, Ken’s Custom Iron, in 1988, where he mainly focused on creating metal crafts and ornamental iron while attending craft shows.

Ken married MaryLou (Arnzen) in 1992 in St. Cloud and they continued to grow the business while expanding into different areas of blacksmithing and metal fabrication. For 34 years, they worked side-by-side and were fortunate to have their daughter, Samantha, and her husband, Justin, join the team. They look forward to continuing Ken’s legacy through the business in the years ahead.

A firm believer that if you’re doing what you love, you never work a day in your life, Ken enjoyed blacksmithing in his free time along with horseback riding, cruising in the jeep, and spending time with his grandchildren. A true cowboy at heart with a love of the outdoors, he’d often be seen singing an old cowboy tune, tinkering on his vehicles to plan a trip out West, or brainstorming his next project at the anvil. He was active in the Pioneer Club and enjoyed mentoring others through the business and in the Central Minnesota Blacksmith’s Club.

Ken was known both for his creativity and passion, but also his quick-witted humor and love for a well-placed one-liner. He had a heart of gold and a desire to always give back to others. Everyone that knew him knew there was a teddy bear inside his tough exterior, which was often shown through the tear he would shed anytime the National Anthem played.

Ken is survived firstly by his loving wife, MaryLou Zitur of 30 years, who will always be grateful she got to spend so much time with him both in the shop and sharing their hobbies together. A proud dad, he wouldn’t hesitate to brag about their daughter, Samantha, and her husband, Justin Rule, of Bowlus. He took extreme pride in his two grandchildren Blake (5) and Callie Rule (1), and though Callie was too young to make years of memories, he enjoyed soaking up every moment he could with Blake. He is also survived by his brothers and sister, Tom (Chris) Zitur of Sauk Rapids, Karen (Ralph) Hanson of Willmar, and Steve (Sonja) Zitur of St. Cloud.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alois and Wanda Zitur.

Please consider a donation to the Albany Pioneer Club on Ken’s behalf so they can continue to share the old crafts with the next generation.

Arrangements are with Miller-Carlin Funeral Homes, Albany.

Michael E. “Mike” Kortan

Michael E.

“Mike” Kortan, age 72 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, June 7 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Greg Paffel officiating. Interment wa held in the parish cemetery.

Michael Ervin Kortan was born March 11, 1951 in Sauk Centre, Minnesota to Frank and Loretta (Vogel) Kortan. He was united in marriage to Theresa Uphus on November 24, 1973 at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Greenwald, Minnesota. Mike owned and operated his own trucking company for a number of years but mainly worked for numerous companies driving locally and over the road for the past 38 years. He was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre, Knights of Columbus, and volunteered at the local TEC, REC, and Koinonia groups. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, especially in the mountains in Montana. He also loved driving truck and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Theresa Kortan of Melrose; son, Dean (Becky) Gould of Milaca; grandchildren, Deanna and Jesse Gould; great-grandson, James Gould; and sisters, Darlene (John) Dols of Sauk Centre, Jeanette (Joseph) Loehr of Melrose, and Julie Grams of St. Cloud.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Karen Moening and Bernice Uhlenkamp.

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

Local Library Events

Long Prairie Library • 320-732-2332

Great River Children’s Museum

Hands-On Experience: Weave With Me! Learn how to use a Weaving Loom with Great River Children’s Museum staff and then add on to a community tapestry that will be hung in the future museum in St Cloud! For ages 10 and up. Register today for a 30 minute session of fun! Limit 60. We encourage adults to join their child(ren) in all Great River Children’s Museum programming to strengthen bonds and encourage the joy of play together. Tuesday, June 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Healthy Living for your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research An education program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association®: For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how lifestyle choices may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. For adults. Please register to attend at: https://bit.ly/LongPrairie_June15. Thursday, June 15 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

The Dollipops: Get ready to sing, dance, and laugh with an engaging, high-energy, highly interactive kids’ show! This magical and musical road trip is sure to get kids 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. Monday, June 19 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Sauk Centre Library • 320-352-3016

Dazzling Dave Show: Dave is a yo-yo professional. He travels the world teaching with his yo-yos and spin tops. He teaches the basic physics behind spinning things and the skill involved to learn them while entertaining. For all ages. Tuesday, June 13 at 1:00 p.m.

Upsala Library • 320-412-2048

Dazzling Dave Show: Dave is a yo-yo professional. He travels the world teaching with his yo-yos and spin tops. He teaches the basic physics behind spinning things and the skill involved to learn them while entertaining. For all ages. Tuesday, June 13 at 3:00 p.m.

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, When my wife and I got married, she had about $70,000 in savings and I had a lot of debt. We bought some property from her parents to build a home on, and she made a 20% down payment on the land from her savings. We’ve paid off some debt, and she has more in savings now.

But I feel guilty, and it seems unfair to ask her to pay on our debt with her savings since most of it is debt I brought into the marriage. How do you feel about this?

-Sonny

Ask The Motor Medics®

From the Hosts of the Under The Hood radio show.

Dear Sonny,

This question tells me you’re a good guy with a good heart. But let me ask you a thing or two. When your wife gets sick, is it unfair for you to take care of her? You didn’t cause it. It’s not your fault. Of course, it’s not unfair. I’m not mad at you, buddy. I’m just throwing your own logic right back at you.

Maybe these next lines will sound familiar: for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health.

The old “Book of Common Prayer” continues the vows and says, “Unto thee, all my worldly goods I pledge.” This is called oneness. It’s called unity. And it’s what a good marriage should be about.

Do you get what I’m saying, Sonny? The two of you are in this together. This is not a business partnership or joint venture. It’s a man and a woman pledging themselves, and all they have and are, to each other. I understand your feelings, but if you’re not careful, that kind of guilt will stand in the way of you two creating a successful marriage—both financially and emotionally.

When you got married, the “me” and “mine” became “we” and “ours.” You got all her stuff, the good and bad, and she got all of yours. Now it’s time for you to work as a team to make the bad stuff go away and the good things even better. What’s fair (and what’s right) is to combine all of your income, all of your assets and all of your liabilities.

I know it’s uncomfortable, but you’ve got to choose courage. Ask her to go all in on this with you and attack your debt together. Work toward making your dreams come true together as one. That’s what’s fair, and that’s what’s best when you’re married.

-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 12: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, noodles, garden salad, pear slices, garlic bread.

Tues., June 13: Roast beef, whipped potatoes, gravy, vegetable blend, fresh fruit, roll.

Wed., June 14: Cheeseburger on bun, sweet tater nuggets, cucumber salad, baked beans.

Thurs., June 15: Chicken pasta hotdish, peas, banana.

Fri., June 16: Breaded pollock, rice pilaf, broccoli, Mandarin oranges.

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 12: Cheeseburger, tater tots, vegetable, dessert.

Tues., June 13: Spaghetti, vegetable, garlic bread, dessert.

Dear Motor Medics,

I have a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan and the power operated side door doesn't always work. Sometimes when you close the door it will almost move to the full closed position then it reverses and fully opens. If I try it several times it sometimes closes. I have been told by two dealerships that it needs a new ribbon cable and its hundreds of dollars. Is this common?

-Margaret in Fargo, North Dakota

Dear Margaret, This is a common problem in many of the vans using a power sliding door system. They have to make a connection between the door and the body and many do it with a cable. The cable moves back and forth every time the door slides and with enough time it can be rubbed through or break one of the wires in the cable. If either of these things happens it can act just like yours is operating. Other issues like programming can be a factor and less expensive than a new cable so make sure that they give it a proper diagnosis and guarantee their work. A good thing to remember is the most expensive repair is always the one you don't need. Make sure that the shop doing the repairs has had experience with the system used on your vehicle. If it is a cable they are expensive to replace mostly due to the time involved for the labor which can take several hours of work.

-Take care, the Motor Medics

Dear Motor Medics, I listen to Under the Hood here in Salida, Colorado and I drive a Chevy S10 with a manual transmission. Recently the transmission has become hard to put into reverse and also first gear unless the engine is turned off. When I try to engage it, the gears grind and if I force it I can

get it to go eventually. Once it is in gear it seems to work ok. What can you tell me?

-Kelly in Salida, Colorado Dear Kelly,

It sounds like the clutch is not completely disengaging. To smoothly engage without gear clash, the input shaft of the transmission needs to stop moving and this occurs when the clutch is pressed down. Many things can cause it to keep moving like a warped clutch disc or pressure plate or the pilot shaft dragging on the crankshaft but the most common item is worn clutch hydraulics. The vehicle will need to be properly diagnosed to verify which component is the cause before repairs. The one thing to note is that if that is being operated in this condition it can cause damage to occur to the transmission very quickly and increase repair costs. The grinding can cause gear wear internally and if the clutch is dragging due to a hydraulic problem then heat will be built up which can burn up clutch friction parts or cause warpage which will mean having to replace the clutch parts.

-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.

Discounts for Seniors & Veterans

320-428-5611 ccsgstcloud@gmail.com

Sudoku Answers from June 1

Wed., June 14: Cook's choice.

Thurs., June 15: 5:30 PM: Sausage w/ kraut, parsley potatoes, corn, dessert.

Fri., June 16: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, vegetable, dessert.

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

Local Municipality Minutes

Email Minutes to htnews@icloud.com

Burnhamville Township • April 25, 2023

The regular meeting of the Town Board of Burnhamville was held April 25, 2023 at the Burtrum Community Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Mike Berscheit. Members present include Supervisors Bruce Johnson, Joe Muellner and Mike Berscheit; Clerk Shirley Hulinsky. Treasurer Pam Throener was absent. Also present was Erv Herdering.

The minutes from the regular meeting of March 28, 2023 were approved on a motion by Sup. Johnson and second by Sup. Berscheit. Motion passed.

For correspondence the township received notice of county planning and zoning meetings, another opportunity for noxious weed control grant and listing of mowing contractors in this area.

A motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to pay all bills numbered 6434 through 6448 totaling $20,614.86. Sup. Muellner seconded the motion. Motion passed.

The board heard an update on the county township officers meeting.

The board discussed uses for grant and will look into costs to apply for grant again.

With spring warming up time for road inspection. The board set Tuesday, May 2 at 2 pm to tour all township roads with contractor.

Clean-up day is set for Saturday, May 20 and the City of Burtrum will also do it. The board set prices according to the contractors quote. Appli-

ances will be $5, bulky furniture such as couches, stuffed chairs, mattresses, etc. will be $5 and wooden furniture will be free. Car and truck tires will be $5 and tractor tires will be $15. Sup. Berscheit made a motion to use ARPA money to cover the costs. Sup. Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed.

The supervisors discussed the planning and zoning issues for our township. The solar farm they had no comment and the water structure they assume many older water structures are about the same issue, so no other comment.

The board reviewed dust control coverage of large areas. Like last year, most intersections will be covered and township will spray between residents on 331st Ave south of town and by the beach, Dunlin Road, 184th St. to the T intersection and most of Flicker Road.

In the road report the board would like to get county engineer advice on 162nd St. and Emerald Trail to raise these roads to prevent washouts. Contractor will continue grading roads to smooth out pot holes and soft spots. Sup. Berscheit will talk to the city to do some cost share to improve 331st Ave south side of town.

No Treasurer’s report.

Meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m. on a motion by Sup. Berscheit and a second by Sup. Johnson. Next regular meeting will be on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 7 pm in the Burtrum Community Center.

Shirley Hulinsky, Burnhamville Township Clerk

Todd County’s Home Care Program Discontinued

At the June 6th, 2023 Todd County Board of Commissioners meeting it was decided to opt out of homecare license renewal, discontinuing home care services and transitioning existing home care clients to other home care providers.

A number of challenges were presented to the Commissioners. This resulted in the decision to discontinue home care.

The Todd County home care program was unable to obtain a contract for in-home physical and occupational therapy.

Additionally, the program struggled to hire and retain home health aides, homemakers, and nurses. Currently, the home care program serves 54 clients, which is an alltime low for the program. Also, increasing costs and administrative burden have made the small program difficult to operate. Over time, the county levy dollars needed to operate the program has increased substantially.

The Todd County Public Health department received certification from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to provide home care services beginning in 1970. At that time, homecare services were not available in Todd County by private agencies. Today, there are a number of homecare agencies that provide this service in Todd County.

“This has been a difficult discussion,” said Jackie Och, Todd County Health & Human Services Director. “We are proud of what our home care agency has accomplished for the residents of Todd County. Unfortunately, our home care program has struggled to maintain staff and services to best

A Tour Funny

A young American tourist goes on a guided tour of a creepy old European castle. At the end of the tour the guide asks her how she enjoyed it. She admits to being a bit worried about seeing a ghost in some of the dark cobwebby rooms and passages.

"Don't worry," says the guide. "I've never seen a ghost all the time I've been here"

"How long is that?" asks the girl.

"About three hundred years..."

Todays Thought

You never realize how little self-control you have until you're sitting in front of chips and salsa.

meet the needs of our clients. We will work closely with our existing home care clients to ensure they are transitioned to another agency and their needs are met.”

Todd County Health & Human Services staff are now working to assist home care clients during this transition. Many current home care clients already receive other county services and will continue to be served by Todd County nurses and social workers.

If you have any questions regarding the home care program, please contact Todd County Health & Human Services at 320732-4500.

BLENKERS ROOFING, LLC

Gutters • Soffits Fascia • Siding

Melrose • 320-256-5400

Join a Cooperative that is member driven and community focused!

• Melrose, Minnesota based

• 32 or 40 hours a week, based on mutually agreed upon arrangement

• Monday - Friday work week, with some hybrid work opportunities

Stearns Electric Association, a member-owned electric distribution cooperative serving over 28,000 member-consumers in the Central Minnesota area, is seeking a full-time Executive Assistant.

Responsibilities include keeping the CEO and executive team organized, informed, and prepared. Serving as the recording secretary and primary contact to the Cooperative’s Board of Directors. Maintaining, refining, and facilitating, as requested, internal documents, policies, procedures, processes, and forms by performing administrative tasks efficiently and effectively. The Executive Assistant is relied on to be flexible and consistent while maintaining the confidentiality of operations.

An associate degree in administrative assistant, business, marketing, human resources, English or a related discipline is required, however, candidates with five or more years of professional administrative assistant experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.

Send cover letter, resume and at least two professional references no later than Wednesday, June 21 to: hrdept@stearnselectric.org.

HUGE MULTI FAMILY: Garage Sale, Thursday, June 8: 4-8pm; Friday, June 9: 10am- 7pm; Saturday, June 10: 8am-noon. 18854 Hwy 27, Long Prairie.

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.

GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN

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

BOOK SALE: June 15, 16, 17 and 20 at the Albany Public Library during open library hours.

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

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

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

FOR SALE: Alum boat lift w/canopy, 2600 lbs. Big Birch Lake 320-836-2588. 6/15

FOR SALE: Port A Dock 3000# pontoon lift w-battery oper lift $3000 or bo. Call 320-290-9524.

FOR SALE: 21 cu. ft. refrigerator freezer, good shape. Call 320-352-6640.

Todd County HHS Employment Opportunities

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

** Eligibility Worker (full-time)

** Office Support Specialist II (seasonal, part-time)

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

Proliant Dairy Ingredients (Premier Drying Plant) is accepting applications for a full-time position in Melrose, MN

Maintenance

Tech II

Production Operator

3PM-1AM or 4PM-2AM

Stainless Steel Welding experience preferred, not required 7AM - 5PM

Competitive Pay

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, LaVerne, etc), set of 5, $50. Call 517-512-3342.

FOR SALE: JD 110 lawn tractor w/mower, lights, new belts, battery. Call 612-8655138 Grey Eagle.

FOR SALE: 1994 Corvette, 350 automatic, 59,000 miles, brand new tires. perfect condition- black, like brand new-beautiful, $16,000. 320-290-0924

FOR SALE: 2013 Forest River R-POD travel trailer model RP177, 18 foot, good condition, $9,000. Call 320-291-6815.

• 10 Hour Shifts, 4 Days/Wk

• 10 Hour Shifts, 4 days/wk.

Proliant Dairy Ingredients (Premier Drying Plant) applications for a full-time position in Melrose, Night Shift

• 1 On Call Evening Per Week and Every 4th Weekend

• Every Other Weekend

• Full Benefits First of the Month following hire date

• Full Benefits First of following hire date

• 401(K) with Generous Match

• 401(K) with generous

• Annual Employee Bonus Incentive

• Annual employee bonus

To apply,visit www.proliantdairy.com and click on “Careers”

Successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug test required

To apply, visit www.proliantdairy.com and click on Successful completion of pre -employment physical and drug

FOR SALE: 1995 Hurricane deck boat, 88hp motor, excellent condition, $5,000 or b/o. Call 320-250-7135.

FOR SALE: Brand new 2023 Polaris Ranger 1000 Premium, $16,320, tax & license included. Call 320-250-7135.

FOR SALE: Beef bull. Call 320-250-0052.

FOR SALE: Campbell Hausfeld electric pressure washer, 1750 psi, $75. Call 320406-4764.

FOR SALE: Small used chicken coop, $75, Big Birch Lake. Call 320-250-9002.

FREE: ShoreMaster swim raft with ladder, needs TLC, 12 old dock poles, Big Birch Lake. Call 320-250-9002.

FOR SALE: John Deere 317, quick attach, 7,000 hrs, clean machine, newer tires. Call 320-630-5694.

FOR SALE: 2000 Saturn, new tires, exhaust, intake, head. Call 320-630-5694.

FOR SALE: 5th wheel camper, sleeps 6, $800, needs work. Call 320-360-1048.