Hometown News June 9, 2016

Hometown News

Thursday, June 9, 2016

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

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Learn, don’t run, from your mistakes -By Harvey Mackay

Try to remember the last time you uttered the words “I made a mistake.”

Was it painful?

Expensive?

Career-changing?

Or therapeutic?

When my kids were young, they used to sing along with a little ditty on “Sesame Street” that went something like this: “Everyone makes mistakes, so why not you?” That’s the wisdom of children speaking: Everyone makes mistakes.

Including me and you.

In business, mistakes can derail a career. But is that fair? I completely agree with what my friend William

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R. Brody, former president of Johns Hopkins University, said in a 2005 speech: “Mistakes are the downside of risk-taking. And it seems as if we’ve become very unwilling to tolerate mistakes. We’re willing to risk failure in our games, in extreme sports, in our competition on TV reality shows. But not in our business. Not in our research and development — not in our careers or in our medicines or homes, our schools or our personal lives. … Being risk-averse is hurting our global competitiveness and stagnating our incomes.”

So when you risk something new or different, you must be prepared for both good and disappointing results. And try as you might, you may not be able to avoid business mistakes. Keep your boss, employees or associates informed and make adjustments as issues arise.

And when a problem develops — as it often does — here are some thoughts on how to turn your mistakes around: • Be honest. Never try to cover up mistakes. The earlier you ‘fess up, the faster you’ll be able to correct the problem while maintaining your credibility.

• Take responsibility. Your bosses and employees don’t want to hear excuses. It’s a powerful way to show a sense of accountability for your actions and those of your team.

• Don’t cast blame. Focus on solving problems, not on finding someone or something to blame. Good managers and employees analyze what they did wrong and learn from it.

• Follow up and follow through.

Sometimes simple mistakes point to more complex problems that need to be corrected. A thorough evaluation can reveal something about your habits or the work processes that need to improve.

• Use the opportunity to change a situation. Mistakes are often prime opportunities for people to turn bad situations into positive ones.

• Move on. Beating yourself up publicly or privately doesn’t do much good. You need to keep your focus and not get distracted when things go wrong.

The following story, taken from the book “Art and Fear” by David Bayles and Ted Orland, illustrates the power of taking chances and risking failure when you’re trying to achieve something of quality. On the first day of class, a ceramics teacher announced that he was sorting his students into two groups.

Half the students would be graded on the quantity of works produced, the other half on the quality of just one work.

On the final day of class, the instructor looked at the pots from both groups and realized that the best pots — Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

SUNDAY, JUNE 12 • Benefit Barbecue for the Church of St. Mary, Melrose from 11 AM-1 PM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Albany.

TUESDAY, JUNE 14 • Game Night, Watermelon & Lemonade from 7-9 p.m. at Upsala City Park.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Monthly Meeting at 11 a.m. at the center.

• American Red Cross Blood Drive from 12-6 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Dining Hall, Upsala.

SATURDAY, JUNE 18 • MunichFest, New Munich. See ad on page 12.

SUNDAY, JUNE 19 • Freeport Fire Department 55th Annual Ham BBQ - Beef & Hog Raffle from 4:30-9 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.

FRIDAY, JUNE 24 • Grey Eagle St. Joseph’s Church Dinner & Auction starting at 5:30 p.m. at the American Legion, Melrose. See ad on page 3.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25 • St. Martin Parish Festival from 11 a.m.- midnight.

• Todd County Breakfast on the Farm from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Katterhagen Farm, Browerville.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Potluck/ Bingo Party at 5 p.m. at the center.

SUNDAY, JULY 3 • Bowlus Fun Day.

FRI.-SUN., JULY 15-17 • GEM FEST; parade Friday 6 p.m. in Grey Eagle.

• Sacred Heart Parish Church Festival; parade Sunday 10:30 a.m.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

• Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.

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

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

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

FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

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

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at

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

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

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

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

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

ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL • Meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL • First Tuesday after the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.

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

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

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Temperatures Date

6/1 6/2 6/3 6/4 6/5 6/6

High 61 70 68 63 77 64

Low 52 48 55 54 52 50

Friday

T-storms.

High: 90 Low: 65

Weekend Weather Saturday

Mostly sunny.

High: 85 Low: 59

Sunday

Mostly sunny.

High: 79 Low: 65

Hometown News • Thursday, June 9, 2016 • Page 3

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne Making Hay

M a k i n g 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 mid-summer. 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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If you need help with Medicare or in need of Health or Life Insurance Contact: Tom Kuehne 320-360-0343 _________________________________

Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 those with the most creative designs and those that seemed most beautiful — all came from the group graded on quantity.

As the authors put it: “It seems that while the ‘quantity’ group was busily churning out piles of work — and learning from their mistakes — the ‘quality’ group had sat theorizing about perfection, and in the end had little more to show for their efforts than grandiose theories and a pile of dead clay.”

Mackay’s Moral: The biggest mistake you can make is pretending that you didn’t make one.

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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Minnesotans can take children 15 or younger fishing without licenses on Friday, June 10, to Sunday, June 12, during Take a Kid Fishing Weekend.

“This weekend is a way to introduce a kid to fishing without purchasing a fishing license,” said Jeff Ledermann, angler recruitment, retention and education supervisor with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “We hope the annual opportunity leads to great memories and sparks kids’ interest in fishing.”

Beginners and even those without fishing gear have abundant opportunities to try fishing in Minnesota. Fishing gear is available to borrow at Minnesota state parks, and the DNR’s I Can Fish! program teaches all the basics of fishing and runs throughout the summer at state parks.

Throughout the state, anyone can fish from shore or one of Minnesota’s many fishing piers, which feature nearby parking and have hard surface paths from parking areas. Pier locations are listed at www.mndnr.gov/fishing_piers.

Metro area shore fishing sites that provide great opportunities to catch fish

are listed by county at www.mndnr.gov/ fin. Check the “Places” section on the DNR fishing page at www.mndnr.gov/ fishing for even more ideas about where to fish. Visit www.mndnr.gov/fishmn to learn about the basics of fishing, explanations of fishing terminology and current fishing regulations.

At state parks, even when it’s not Take a Kid Fishing Weekend, Minnesota residents generally can fish in state parks without a fishing license if the body of water doesn’t require a trout stamp.

More information is available at www. mndnr.gov/state_parks/starter_kit/fishing.html.

For a beginner’s guide to fishing and more, see the DNR’s Take a Kid Fishing page at www.mndnr.gov/takeakidfishing.

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Verina “LaVerne” B. Duclos

Obituaries Dorothy (Viehauser) Johnson Dorothy ( Vi e h a u s e r ) Johnson, 95 year old resident of Highland Senior Living in Little Falls, MN, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2016 at her residence. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 11 at 1:00 P.M. at the Community Covenant Church in Upsala, MN with Rev. Craig Johnson officiating. The burial will be held in the church cemetery. A visitation will be held from 11:30 A.M.-1:00 P.M. on Saturday at the church in Upsala, MN. Dorothy Pauline LeBlanc was born January 23, 1921 to Arthur and Rose (Voronyak) LeBlanc in Minneapolis, MN. At the age of two, Dorothy’s mother died, and she was raised by her maternal grandparents, Mikaly and Mary Voronyak in South Elmdale. She attended rural school there and graduated from Upsala High School in 1940. Following high school, she was a nanny and maid in Minneapolis.

On April 11, 1942, she married Roland “Bud” Viehauser. They lived in Upsala working at (and later owning) the Farmers State Bank of Upsala. Together they enjoyed spending summers at the family cabin on nearby Pine Lake as well as trips to the “hunting shack” in the north woods.

They raised three daughters: Sharon (Roger) Johnson of Rogers, MN; Sandra (Richard) Ostendorf of Champlin, MN; and Susan (Marshall) Doran of Upsala, MN. They had seven grandchildren: Timothy (Jodi) Nelson, Daniel (Jena) Nelson, Jeffrey

Ostendorf, Jason (Tanya) Ostendorf, Joy (Josh) Knoblach, Lindsay (Chris) Braden, and Megan Doran. They had 13 greatgrandchildren. Dorothy was widowed when her husband of 47 years died on 1989.

Nine years after Bud’s passing, she married Dewey Johnson on August 29, 1998.

They spent their summers in Minnesota and winters in Arizona until Dewey’s death in 2004. From this union she was blessed with four stepsons: Gregory (Holly) Johnson, Roger (Sharon) Johnson, Neil (Sue) Johnson, and Brad Johnson. Her family grew with the addition of 13 step-grandchildren and 22 step-great-grandchildren. Dorothy was active in her church and community. She was a lifelong member of Community Covenant Church where over the years she served as a Sunday School teacher, treasurer, and a past president of Covenant Women. She was a lifelong member and past president of American Legion Post #350 Auxiliary.

She also served on the board of the Upsala Bank. Dorothy loved babies and animals.

She tenderly cuddled and cared for all that crossed her path, especially her beloved peekapoo, Honey. She was a fantastic cook, a diligent cleaner and gardener, a skilled card player, and an avid sports fan. She demonstrated amazing skill when parallel parking (especially when it meant getting closer to her favorite shopping spots).

Dorothy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bud; her husband, Dewey; and her son-in-law, Larry Nelson.

She is survived by her daughters, stepsons, grandchildren, brother, Arthur Leblanc of Atlanta, GA and four nephews.

Peace be to her memory.

Arrangements are with the Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls.

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V e r i n a “LaVerne” B. Duclos, age 86 of Freeport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at her home in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m.

Saturday, June 11 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Vince Lieser officiating.

Inurnment will be held Monday, June 13 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Please have your family and friends meet in assembly area 4 at 1:20 p.m.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m.

Saturday at the church in Grey Eagle.

Verina Bertha Bergmann was born October 10, 1929 in St. Rosa, Minnesota to John and Hilda (Bruns) Bergmann. She was united in marriage with Edwin Conrad Duclos October 14, 1950 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in St. Rosa. The couple resided in Minneapolis. LaVerne was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was very active in her parish, leading numerous committees over the years. LaVerne was an intelligent, creative, energetic, forward thinking and fun loving woman with a positive attitude who saw the positive in people and always had

Selena K. Jacobson

Selena K. Jacobson, 48 year old resident of Sobieski, MN passed away Thursday, June 2, 2016 at St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls, MN. A funeral service was held Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at the Shelley Funeral Chapel in Little Falls, MN with Rev. Kevin Zellers officiating. Burial took place in the Bearhead Cemetery in Swanville, MN. Selena Kay Jacobson was born on January 9, 1968 to LaVerne (Rambo) and the late Albert Girard in Missoula, Montana.

She grew up in Swanville, MN and graduated from Little Falls High School with the Class of 1986. Selena was united in marriage to Ronald Jacobson Jr. on May 17, 2008, at the Camp Ripley Chapel in Little Falls, MN. She was employed at IWCO in Little Falls as a machine operator for 20 years. Selena loved throwing horseshoes in the Swanville and Sobieski Horseshoe Leagues. Her favorite pastime was cross stitching in which she made many beautiful blankets. Selena enjoyed socializing with friends and family and appreciated a cold beer from time to time. Selena treasured being a grandmother

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time to listen. The greatest expression of her love and her creativity was through her cooking. LaVerne had a long and successful career with the Minneapolis Public School System. She was involved with her Union, making numerous trips to Washington DC. She enjoyed reading biographies and volunteering in many different areas.

LaVerne and Ed enjoyed square dancing, bowling and traveling; including numerous trips abroad and around the US. They had an active retirement spending their summers on Big Birch Lake fishing, entertaining, reading, rides around the lake and watching the sunsets. Their winters were spent at their home in Las Vegas where LaVerne enjoyed going to the casino and volunteering. May 17th, LaVerne died peacefully in her home in Las Vegas from complications of a stroke.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Ed; daughters, Sandra Duclos Field (partner, Ron Moor), Linda (Dan) Barnier, and Kim Duclos; grandchildren, Richard (Mellissa) Barnier and Eddie Barnier; siblings, Duane Bergmann, Audrey (Bergmann) Westbrook, Joanie (Bergmann) Haws, Janet (Bergmann) Gibbons, and Ken (Marilyn) Bergmann; and 60+ nieces and nephews.

LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents, John and Hilda Bergmann; sonin-law, Charlie Field; and siblings, Norma, Irene, David, Melvin, Ellen (Bergmann) Lambrecht, Darlene (Bergmann) Schiffler, Gene Bergmann, and Loren.

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

to her precious granddaughter Olivia. She loved shopping with her daughter, Stacy, fishing and hunting with the Jacobson family, and bonfires with her husband Ronnie. She was greatly loved by family and friends.

Selena was survived by husband, Ronald Jacobson Jr. of Sobieski, MN; son, Christopher Hedin of St. Cloud, MN; daughter, Stacy (Alan) Emery of Sobieski, MN; granddaughter, Olivia; mother, LaVerne (Jody Mueller) Steffen of Long Prairie, MN; siblings, Missy (Jay) Bartkowicz of Swanville, MN, Samantha (Jeremy) Johnson of Browerville, MN, Mandy (Brandon) Muyres of Holdingford, MN and Mike Rambo of CO; step-siblings, Danny, Randy, Cindy and Cherri and many nieces and nephews.

Selena was preceded in death by fathers, Albert Girard and LeRoy Steffen; brother, Gene Steffen; sister, Sonya Girard; nephew, Matthew Hedin; and step-brother, Todd Steffen.

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Elmer F. Kettler

Elmer F. Kettler, age 93 of Melrose, died peacefully on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, June 6 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove. Rev. Vince Lieser officiated with Rev. Marv Enneking, Rev. Mitch Bechtold, and Rev. Ken Thielman concelebrating. Interment was at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose.

Elmer Frank Kettler was born December 6, 1922 in Melrose Township, Stearns County, Minnesota to Frank and Agnes (Schmiesing) Kettler. On June 27, 1950 he married Erma Petermeier at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. Elmer continued farming the family farm with his wife, Erma for 30 years. They moved to Melrose when their son, Ron took over the family farm. During retirement, Elmer continued to help his son on the farm. He enjoyed ice fishing, bowling, playing cards, mowing the lawn, and being around children, especially babies.

Elmer was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose and the Sts.

Alma K. Mergen

The Mass of Christian Burial, celebrating the life of Alma K. Mergen, age 89, of Albany was held Monday, June 6 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany.

Burial followed in the parish cemetery.

Alma died Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany.

Alma was born February 9, 1927 in Melrose to Henry and Rose (Thielen) Enneking. She married John Mergen on June 18, 1947 in Melrose. The couple moved to Albany for a short time before moving six miles south of Albany to their farm in Farming township. Alma worked with her husband on the farm and raised their 10 children. After John died in 1995, Alma moved to Albany.

She was a member of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church, the Seven Dolors Christian Mothers, the St. Agnes Mission Group, she was a sacristan from many years at Seven

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She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Tom (Laurel) Enneking, Avon; Clarence (Jean) Enneking, Albany; Arlene (Les) Eiden, Osseo; Shirley Nathe, Melrose and Louise (Ken) Wood, St. Cloud.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Rose Enneking, her husband, John; son, Carl Mergen; daughter, Mary Thomsen; granddaughter, Becky Parker and brothers, Jim Enneking, Ervin Enneking and Roy Enneking.

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Survivors include his wife, Erma Kettler of Melrose; children, Diane (Tom) O’Connor of St. Paul, Karen (Mark) KettlerTepley of St. Louis Park, daughter-in-law, Kathy Kettler of Melrose, Pam (Dan) Rolfes of St. Joseph, and Barb Kettler of St. Joseph; ten grandchildren, Amy (Rob), Betsy (Jim), Megan (Matt), Michael (Rachel), Mara (Mike), Lola (Mike), Ben, Uriah, Jesse (Bryce), and Abby; ten great-grandchildren and Baby Quale due to arrive in September; brothers and sister, Francis (Marlene) Kettler of Maple Grove, Rosemary Swanson of Boise, Idaho, Don Kettler of St. Paul, Conrad (Pudge) Kettler of Sauk Centre; sistersin-law, Julianna Kettler of Melrose, Rose Kettler of Cleveland, Ohio, and Pat Kettler of Chanhassen.

Elmer was preceded in death by his son Ron Kettler on May 25, 2016; brothers, Leander, Herbert, George, Richard, and Roman Kettler; and sisters-in-law, Jenny Kettler and Evelyn Kettler.

Serving as casket bearers were Mark Tepley, Tom O’Connor, Dan Rolfes, Mike O’Connor, Uriah Rolfes, and Ben Kettler.

Cross bearer was Mara Frieler and scripture bearer was Lola Quale. Serving as gift bearers were Abby Kettler, Jesse Sunsdahl, Betsy O’Connor, and Megan Unga. Reader was Amy Stolpestad.

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

John E. DeZeeuw

John E. DeZeeuw, age 70, of Burtrum and formerly of Springfield, died Monday, June 6, 2016 surrounded by his family at his home.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 10 at the United Methodist Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Gary Taylor officiating. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Grey Eagle.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m.

Thursday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church in Grey Eagle.

John Edward DeZeeuw was born March 14, 1946 in Pipestone, Minnesota to Rufus and Anna (Berkenpas) DeZeeuw. On April 13, 1968 he married Jean Hewitt at Belgrade Avenue Methodist Church in North Mankato.

John graduated from Pipestone High

Werner M. Fuchs

Werner M. Fuchs, age 76 of Elrosa, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, June 5, 2016 at his home in Elrosa, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 10 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Elrosa with Rev. Peter Kirchner officiating.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m.

Friday prior to the service at the church.

Werner Michael Fuchs was born October 20, 1939 on the family farm in Spring Hill, Minnesota to Mike and Anna (Raeker) Fuchs. Shortly after the family moved to farm near Elrosa where Werner grew up. He walked 2.5 miles to school in Elrosa until the 8th grade. He then continued to farm with his dad and eventually bought his own farm. Werner married Arlene Borgerding on August 2, 1969 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport. Together they raised their 4 children on the farm. He milked cows until 2002 and afterwards continued to farm crops. Described by his children as a recycling enthusiast, Werner enjoyed scrapping metal and taking apart tractors,

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School and received a Master’s degree in Education and a Specialist degree in Educational Administration at Mankato State University. During his 46 year career in education, he received the Teacher of the Year Award at Springfield District 85 as well as the Southwest Minnesota Principal of the Year.

He was a member of the Minnesota and National Principals Organizations and the Springfield Lions Club. He served on several committees at United Methodist Church. He enjoyed music, theatre, high school wrestling, playing 500, bowling, and time at the lake with friends and family.

Survivors include his wife, Jean DeZeeuw; daughters, Melissa (Kelly) Hesch and Mari (Eric) Schultz; grandchildren, Grady Owen, Ethan John, and Maci Rae (due in September); and sisters, Sylvia Sleiter, Rose Beck, Violet Brinkman, and Ardis (Roger) Nielsen.

John was preceded in death by his parents; brothers and sisters, Paul, Rufus Jr., Bernard, Jacob, Melba Petersen, Sidney, Anthony, Kenneth, and Mary Petersen.

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cars, and other oddities. He enjoyed watching Nascar, shooting the bull, and spending time with his family. He was a loving husband, grandfather, and father to his family.

Werner was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Arlene Fuchs of Elrosa; children, Linda (Tor) Mohling of Boulder, CO, Jeffery (Jennifer) Fuchs of Zimmerman, Keven Fuchs of Elrosa, Cynthia (Tony) Maile of St. Joseph; brother and sisters, Virgil (Jane) Fuchs of Paynesville, Anna Mae (Joe) Prom of St. Joseph, Joan Bondhus (Walter) of Monticello, and Karen (Gene) Wiechmann of Freeport; and 6 grandchildren Werner was preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Anna.

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Mrs. Sharon Pesta, Elementary Physical Education teacher, has been selected as Swanville Public School’s Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Pesta has been teaching in Swanville for 10 years. Pictured are Superintendent Gene Harthan and Mrs. Sharon Pesta, El. PE.

Swanville Public School Staff retiring this fall include, Mrs. Sharon Pesta, Elementary Physical Education, 2006-2016; Ms. Marie Francis, Art Instructor, 2007-2016 and Mrs. Susan Doran, School Nurse, 1998-2016. These staff members were honored at an end of the year luncheon.

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Asher weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 20 inches in length.

Grandparents are Mark and Nancy Muenchow of Melrose and Henry and Agnes Fuechtmann of Sauk Centre. Great grandparents are James and Ruth Ann Gieske of Melrose and James Muenchow of Long Prairie.

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Jameson weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 20 inches in length.

Jameson is welcomed home is his big brother Jackson, 2.

Grandparents are Jim and Shelly Hoppe of Freeport and Sue and Kevin Shay of Albany. Great grandparents are Laura and The Late Ray Hoppe, Marian and The Late Joe Goerdt, The Late Al and The Late Betty Wensmann and The Late Dennis and The Late Virgina Shay.

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and I love being a part. There are a lot of rich memories of both ‘what is God doing’ and ‘people’ as we have gotten together,” exclaimed Pastor Craig.

He continues, “We had the building project, music, days of camping at Camp Lebanon & Lake Beauty, sharing life together with the community, being involved at school, school plays, play sets, sports, State Tournament runs, all of the things that make this community a rich community.”

Pastor Craig is also a Lions Club member, he served on the Community Ed Board at Upsala Area Schools, and Morrison County Habitat for Humanity for 6 years.

“It’s a privilege to walk with people in their lives, whether it is during a time of celebration, baptisms, dedications, hard times, when tragedies come, someone passes and weddings. You get all of these things from a small town, it’s rich that way,” states Pastor Craig.

“I also have a deep appreciation for the partnership I have had with the other pastors, priests and churches in the Upsala community.”

“What a privilege it has been to be a part of this community and to serve here.

It is kind of a bitter sweet - a time to say good bye, and to move on to where the Lord is leading us to the new church,” stated Pastor Craig.

This Sunday, June 12 there will be a farewell open house at 1:00 p.m. at Community Covenant Church.

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By Lori Young Pastor Craig Johnson is leaving the Community Covenant Church in Upsala to take on the Lead Pastor position at Mahtowa, Minnesota, close to Barnum.

The church there is looking to grow and he is looking forward to help lead them.

Pastor Craig started as the Lead Pastor at Community Covenant Church 19 years ago when he and his family came in the Fall of 1997.

Previous to his coming to Upsala, Pastor Craig was in youth ministry for 18 years. He spent 4 years in Chicago, 6 years in Dassel and 8 years in Duluth. At 42 years old he wanted the opportunity to lead his own church. “In our domination, you put your name in as a possible candidate. Upsala contacted me, did their interviewing and were open for me to come and we accepted,” explained Pastor Craig.

Pastor Craig and his wife Sue have three daughters. When they came to Upsala, Shannon was a senior, Jenny was going into 9th grade, and Michelle was going into 1st grade. “That was one of the wonderful blessings that all three graduated from the one high school, which we never anticipated being in ministry,” replied Pastor Craig.

Upsala had a great momentum here when they first came.

Some of the memories are being from the whole community, not just from the church - but with being and living as part of the community.

“I’m kind of wired for a small town

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Thought for the week:

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David was hunted, haunted and harassed. Often he was forced into a crevice and had little room to move or stretch. But in his moments of oppression he did not seem to suffer from depression. He felt free to sing a song of hope that God planted in his heart. He found a source of strength that came to him from his dearest friend and constant companion - God! “I will sing of Your strength, in the morning I will sing of Your love; for You are my fortress, my refuge in times

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Do you remember what Paul and Silas did when they were thrown into prison for serving the Lord? At midnight they were praying and singing hymns of praise to the Lord while the other prisoners listened to them. God joined in the celebration, sent an earthquake that caused so much shaking that the prisoners’ chains fell off and doors flew open.

The confines and chains of being in prison could not silence them.

Josephus, the historian, wrote of the Christians awaiting death in the Coliseum. Waiting on the lions to maul and mangle them, they sang songs of joy so loudly that their voices were heard above the roar of the lions and the cheers of the crowd. As they faced the lions that would devour them, God put His song in their mouths, His peace in their hearts and angels to comfort them.

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Anderson disappointed by governor’s veto of tax bill State Rep. Paul Anderson, R-Starbuck, on Tuesday expressed disappointment with Gov. Mark Dayton’s pocket veto of over a half billion dollars in permanent, ongoing middle-class tax relief over the next three years.

The bill was passed the Legislature with overwhelming, bipartisan support on a 123-10 vote in the House and 55-12 in the Senate. It would benefit thousands of Minnesotans, including veterans, college graduates, families, farmers, small businesses and more.

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“I have enjoyed Mia being a part of my art classes so much! She is funny, passionate, and determined,” said Kara Poissant Art Teacher. “Mia has a great sense of humor which brings so much to her peers and teachers. She lights up the room and is willing to help at all times.

She is very deserving of this recognition as April Student of the Month.”

As much as Mia enjoys Art, she feels her most valuable classes are her college classes. “College classes help prepare you for your future.” She took 21 credits this school year and is currently enrolled in four college classes for the fall.

In her free time Mia enjoys working on the family farm, hunting, fishing and hanging out with friends.

Mia’s advice to her classmates is, “Give it your all and you will have great success in all that you do.”

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House Republicans have agreed to two relatively minor changes the governor asked for in the bill. Dayton in a press conference on Tuesday left the door open to calling the Legislature back to the Capitol in order to re-pass the proposal.

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Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, My mom and dad filed bankruptcy recently and are on a fixed income of $2,200 a month. They gave up their house, and my wife and I helped them find an apartment.

We’re also trying to give them other help while they’re getting back on their feet. The problem is, we’re paying off debt and trying to get our own finances in better shape. I think my sister should help out some, too, but I’m not sure how to approach her about this.

-Randy Dear Randy, It’s not out of line to ask her to help and then gauge her interest and willingness.

I mean, it’s your parents we’re talking about. Still, you can’t force someone to do something they can’t do or simply don’t want to do.

Before you approach your sister, you might try working up a monthly budget on your parents. It doesn’t have to be complicated — just a one-page document showing their situation. Let her see that mom and dad are struggling right now, and suggest that you both chip in a little each month until they’re back on their feet financially.

Don’t point fingers or make accusations, because that will ruin things in a hurry. Family should always try to pull together in times like this, Randy. In most cases, things like this work out fine and family bonds become even stronger.

-Dave Dear Dave, Our son is 16, and he just got his first paycheck. He asked us about the best way to manage it, and we’re not sure what to tell him. Do you have any advice?

-Anonymous Dear Anonymous, Congratulations on a big moment in your son’s life! I’m sure he’s proud, and I’m glad he has parents who want to teach him how to grow into a financially responsible young man.

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You can always go a little heavier on the savings portion if there’s a concrete goal, like college or a car, in mind. The process of thinking ahead and setting goals is always a good exercise, too.

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him the value and benefits or work, is to build the muscles of his character.

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If they become all three of these when they’re young, they won’t be financially irresponsible adults later!

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June 3, 2016: At 16:40 Gloria Schmidtke reported a steel fire ring was stolen from a camp site North of Burtrum, The ring was made from two tire rims that were welded together.

June 4, 2016: At 03:55 the Sheriff’s Office responded to a one vehicle rollover crash on County Rd. 13 in Burnhamville Township. The driver of the vehicle Kody Kunerth and a passenger were wearing seatbelts and not injured in the crash. The vehicle a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado was totaled as a result of the crash.

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MON., JUNE 13: Tator tot casserole, cucumber/onion salad, dinner roll, banana, pudding.

TUE., JUNE 14: Special of the day.

WED., JUNE 15: Lasagna, green beans, lettuce salad, garlic breadstick, raspberry parfait.

THURS., JUNE 16: Brat, bun, sauerkraut, baked beans, corn, ice cream.

FRI., JUNE 17: Swedish meatballs, parsley potatoes, trio vegetables, applesauce. ~ The Lighter Side Menu ~ MON., JUNE 13: Sweet/sour chicken, Oriental vegetables, cucumbers, ranch dip, rice, pudding.

TUE., JUNE 14: Special of the day.

WED., JUNE 15: Chicken spinach salad w/mandarin oranges, strawberries breadstick, raspberry parfait.

THURS., JUNE 16: Chicken broccoli pasta toss, garden salad, ice cream.

FRI., JUNE 17: Egg salad sandwich, black bean soup, garden salad, applesauce.

Bread, milk and coffee served with each meal.

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Swanville’s Caught Being Good for May. Pictured are (front, from left)Maranda Mullner, Lydia Hudalla, Addison Hudalla, Shelby Barber, Jackson Skillings, Travis Bellefeuille, Zavanna Holquist, Wyatt Kuhl; (middle) Cody Czech, Isaac Miller, Lily Peterson, Delaney Chuba, Ethan Zellers, Hannah Kruchten, Ronelle Hasse, Abby Wimmer, Clara Hagen; (back) Thomas Barkowitz, Tylor Czech, Parker Schultz, Amelia Hudalla, Tyra Powell, Mackenzie Morris, Samantha Sobiech, and Wyatt Allen.

Fishy, Fishy

By Jan Klug Fishy, fishy in the brook, I sure hope you snuck a look.

I sure hope you saw that hook, and swam back, fast, to your nook.

When at home, I hope you took a look at Big Daddy’s book.

He’s still swimming in the brook, Because a hook he never took.

He’ll tell you why in his book, you just have to take a look.

Shy from the hook in the brookhelp, instead, your mama cook!

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TUES. NOON, JUNE 14: Turkey roast, mashed potatoes, vegetable.

THURS. 5 PM, JUNE 16: Chicken dumpling soup, grilled ham/cheese.

* Dessert, milk and coffee served with each meal.

Call Kim 320-630-4046 a day before your meal!

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MON., JUNE 13: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed broccoli, ice cream.

TUE., JUNE 14: Breaded chicken breast, oven browned potatoes, green beans, Jello/topping.

WED., JUNE 15: Meatballs, mashed potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables rhubarb cake.

THURS., JUNE 16: Chicken pasta salad, breadstick, fruit, chocolate chip bar.

FRI., JUNE 17: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, creamed cabbage, apple pie.

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Deputy Bit by Dog

On June 2nd deputies were dispatched to Lake George Township to deal with a female acting strangely. The farm owner at that address called and reported that an unknown female was in their yard driving erratically. The female was “whipping donuts” in the farm yard and acting in a bizarre manner.

When a deputy arrived he found the female on top of the pick-up truck who was yelling and screaming. The deputy tried to talk the female down. Eventually she came down and continued to act in an erratic and aggressive manner. At the same time the female had let an adult Mastiff dog out of the truck. When the deputy attempted to control the female, the dog bit the deputy in the left leg.

Other officers arrived and were able to restrain the female and contain the dog.

During the arrest a Sauk Centre Police

Officer was kicked in the head by the female.

The female was identified as Morgan Knutson and she was transported to the Sauk Centre Hospital by Sauk Centre Ambulance. A physician signed a hold order on her and she was transported to the St. Cloud Hospital for an evaluation. Both officers were treated at the Sauk Centre Hospital for their injuries and were released.

Knutson was admitted to the St. Cloud Hospital and may face charges of Assault 4, Terroristic Threats, and Driving Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Sauk Centre Police Department and Troopers from the MN State Patrol. The dog is being held in quarantine.

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Swanville City May 3, 2016 Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. The meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Jay Bartkowicz, Jim Molitor, Norm Carlson and Tony Maciej. Also present: Mark Hallen, Lonny Hutchins and reporter Sheila McCoy Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held Tuesday, April 5, 2016 were reviewed.

A motion was made by Jay Bartkowicz to approve the minutes as printed. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

The treasures report was given. A motion was made by Jim Molitor and seconded by Tony Maciej to approve the treasurer’s report. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Maintenance worker Lonny reported things are going good.

He is checking on information for the new flow meter which will be needed soon. The RV dump station is not completed as of yet.

There is controversy about the boundary lines by the Pillsbury Beach. Mayor Lange has been working with the current and perspective land owners on where the lines should be. There might possibly be a need to quit claim land to owners from the city. More information to follow.

Mayor Lange have been discussing with Morrison County Public Works Engineer, Steve Backowski, about the city’s road repair project. Steve feels the project could be done in 2017.

Mayor Lange will meet with Steve again and discuss the surveying of the roads and the estimated cost of the project.

Mayor Lange reported to council that the credit card ma-

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chine is up and running in the city office and residents will be able to go in on the city’s web site to pay their utility bill also. There is a minimum charge of $3.00 to the card holder.

Reminder of city wide clean up day on Saturday, May 14 staring at 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Council discussed city wide garage sales possibly the week before clean up day.

The city’s animal policy was looked over and discussed. After discussion, Jim Molitor made a motion to charge a yearly fee of $15.00 to keep any kind of “food” animal on residential property.

Jay Bartkowicz seconded the motion. All council voted in favor, motion carried. There is other criteria which must be followed with the animal policy and can be found in the city code book.

Delinquent utility bills were looked at and discussed. Letters will be sent out to these property owners.

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

The next monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

There being no further business, a motion was made by Tony Maciej and seconded by Jay Bartkowicz to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Meeting adjourned 7:45 p.m.

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These three Upsala 6th graders in Mr. Drill’s Language Arts Class made the last week of school a great one. They each reached the medal award winning goal of 70 wpm! Pictured (from left) Jessica Lange, Christian Ripplinger, and Luke Harren.

Upsala Jr. High Student of the Month Congratulations to Amber Biniek who was named by staff as the April Upsala Junior High Student of the Month. Amber is the daughter of Charles and Sheila Biniek of Bowlus. She has an older sister Ashley and a younger sister Kristine.

Amber is a very dedicated student athlete. She has been on the “A” honor roll all of her Junior High career. Math is

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Amber’s favorite class, since “Ms. Hovland makes learning and math fun.”

“Amber is a spunky, intelligent and hard working girl who brings a positive attitude with her wherever she goes,” said Jessica Hovland, Math Teacher. “She makes learning a little more fun for her peers and teaching a lot more fun for me.”

Amber is very involved in extracurricular activities. Not only is she on the Student Council, but she is on the Basketball, Softball and Volleyball teams. She loves sports and considers that her only “hobby.”

Outside of school Amber enjoys hunting, fishing and hanging out with friends and family.

5th Grader Ryan Johnson reached his medal winning score of 55 wpm just before school ended at Upsala Elementary. All Mr. Drill’s fifth graders this year met the passing goal of 30 wpm this year!

Albany Library • 320-845-4843 Bruce the Bug Guy: Monday, June 13, from 3-4:00 p.m. for ages 5-12. Bruce the Bug Guy is a former university instructor, and his collection of the world’s most interesting insects includes hissing cockroaches, giant millipedes, tarantulas, scorpions, praying mantises, and other fascinating creatures.

His educational program is a dynamic blend of storytelling, interesting facts and live critters from his arthropod zoo. Attendance is limited and registration is required.

Magic of the Olympics: Wednesday, June 15, from 2-2:45 p.m. for preschoolers5th grade, but all ages are welcome. Celebrate summer reading with Magic of the Olympics, a presentation from magician Professor Marvel. Attendance is limited and registration is required.

Swanville Library • 320-547-2346 Critter Corner: Wednesday, June 15, at 4:30 p.m. for all ages with live animals from the Pine Grove Zoo. Children can learn facts about the animals. The attendance limit is 50 and registration is required.

Family Comedy Magic Show: Saturday, June 18, at 11:00 a.m. for preschoolers-5th grade, but all ages are welcome. Celebrate summer reading with a family comedy magic show featuring magician Nathan Stockwell.

A Few of Our Favorite Reads: Monday, June 20, 27, July 18 & 25, and August 1 & 8. from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Join Early Childhood Family Education instructor Kandice Boettcher for an hour of stories, songs and crafts. Each week the group will focus on a different author, including classics like Dr. Seuss and newbies like Todd Parr. Sponsored by Swanville Women’s Club. Registration is appreciated.

The attendance limit is 15.

Hometown News • Thursday, June 9, 2016 • Page 11

Summer Reading Program Begins June 13 at Great River Regional Library

Great River Regional Library (GRRL) will begin its annual Summer Reading Program (SRP) for children and teens ages 0-18 on Monday, June 13, continuing through Saturday, Aug. 13.

Two programs are offered, both with the theme, “Read For The Win.” The children’s “Read For The Win” program is for ages 0-12. The teen “Read For The Win” program is for grades 6 through 12.

The children’s program has two age groups: 0-3 and age 3-6th grade. Families may choose to enroll children ages 3-5 in either group. Children who are 12 may choose to enroll in the children’s program or the teen program. Children may enroll in only one program. Children sign up for the program at the library. Teens have the option of signing up online at www. griver.org/teens.

The goal of the Summer Reading Program is to encourage children to read throughout the summer. Children and teens receive a reading record to track their reading activities. They may read as much as they want and complete as many records as they like. Reading records must be completed and returned to the library by the end of the program in order to be eligible for prize drawings.

Numerous studies have shown the

importance of summer reading. Children who do not read during the summer not only fail to build reading skills, but they are likely to lose reading proficiency.

This effect has been termed the “summer slide.” The summer slide has cumulative effects over time. It’s estimated that summer slide reading loss accounts for twothirds of the ninth grade achievement gap in reading between good and poor readers. In contrast, children who do read throughout the summer tend to maintain or even build on their reading skills.

The “Read For The Win” theme was chosen to complement the Olympic competitions taking place this summer. Individual branch libraries across the region will offer fun and educational activities and programs that relate to sports and reading.

Check the events calendar on www. griver.org to find out about special summer programs at your local library.

Great River Regional Library (GRRL) provides library services at 32 public libraries in Benton, Morrison, Sherburne, Stearns, Todd and Wright Counties. It provides Central Minnesota residents with nearly 1 million books, CDs and DVDs, 250 public computers, programming and information services.

Deer Fawns are Being Born; Leave Them Alone, urges DNR Deer fawns are being born now and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources asks that people avoid disturbing or picking them up.

“Most fawns are born in late May and mid-June. Leaving them alone gives them the best chance for survival, even if they appear abandoned or fragile,” said Adam Murkowski, DNR big game program leader.

Fawns do not attempt to evade predators during their first few weeks of life.

Instead, fawns remain still to avoid being seen, their white spots serving as camouflage. During these times fawns are learning critical survival skills from their mothers. Bringing fawns into human environments separates them from their mothers – and usually results in sad endings for the animals.

“We understand people often have good intentions, but we want people to know that fawns survive best without intervention,” Murkowski said.

Murkowski encourages people to resist the urge to assist wildlife in ways that may be harmful, and he offered these tips: • Deer and moose nurse their young Birch Lake Area

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at different times during the day, and often leave their young alone for long periods of time. These animals are not lost.

Their mother knows where they are and will return.

• Deer normally will not feed or care for their young when people are nearby.

• Deer fawns can lose their natural fear of people, which can be essential to their survival.

• Keep domestic pets indoors, leashed or fenced in. Dogs can kill fawns and other baby animals.

For more information about what to do if you find fawns or other species of baby wild animals, visit http://bit.ly/orphanedwildlife.

A Baptism Funny

After a hardy rainstorm filled all the potholes in the streets and alleys with water, a young mother watched her two little boys playing in the puddle through her kitchen window. The older of the two, a five-year-old lad, grabbed his sibling by the back of his head and shoved his face into the water hole. As the boy recovered and stood laughing and dripping, the mother runs to the yard in a panic.

“Why on earth did you do that to your little brother?!” she asks angrily.

“We were just playing ‘church,’ Mommy,” he said. “I was baptizing him in the name of the Father, the Son and in the hole-he-goes.”

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2 MOVING SALES: 2 in one. Fri., June 17: 8am-6pm; Sat., June 18: 8am-4pm.

Maytag wringer washer, metal milk crates, furniture, & lots & lots of misc. 1 mile South of St. Francis off Hwy. 238.

RUMMAGE/BAKE SALE: Adventures In Missions. June 16-17: 8-6; June 18: 8-2. Hotdogs 11-1 Sat. 503 Berkey, Swanville.

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

SC-odB WANTED: Old wood water skis, oars, canoe paddles, and wood down hill skis.

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FOR SALE: Wooden swing set w/ tower, has hooks for 2 swings, includes glider, slide, $50. Call 320-333-9774.

FOR SALE: Four Winns boat, OMC cobra 128 I/O, includes trailer; Hewitt 2500# boatlift with canopy and electric wheel. Call 320-248-3533.

FOR SALE: Toro personal pace selfpropelled lawn mower, Grey Eagle. Call 612-865-5138.

FOR SALE: Honda generator, EM5000S, nice condition, wheel kit, auto throttle, $850. Call 320-333-5318.

FOR SALE: Rock tumbler and polish kit, $25. Call 320-573-2340.

FOR SALE: Lake cabin and garage to be moved or salvaged, make offer. Call 612-275-2961.

FOR SALE: Pair 275/55R20 Nexen tires, 25,000 miles on tires, $150. Call 320-309-2860 or 320-309-8735.

FOR SALE: 22’ Catalina sailboat w/ trailer, sails in great condition, sleeps 4, running water, sink, table, battery compartment, new rigging, complete manual & documents, $ B/O. Call 952-4019576; 212 Baswood Ave., Upsala.

HELP WANTED: Cooks & bartenders all shifts. Stop in for application at All Stars, St. Rosa.

HELP WANTED: Full time or part time.

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HELP WANTED: FT line cook. Apply at Hillcrest Restaurant, Albany.

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Holdingford Gas & Grocery

211 River St. Holdingford FOR SALE: H-Farmall, live hydraulic, new battery & back tires, Kosh mounted sickle mower w/hydraulic cylinder. Call 320-732-3661.

FOR SALE: Solid Oak roll-top desk, 54”x30”x49” high, rolltop and two file drawers lock, $1,000, good cond. Call 320-333-9774. tfn FOR SALE: Proform Power 990 treadmill, ex. cond. $600 or BO. Call 320-3339774. tfn FOR SALE: 275 gallon plastic totes in metal cage, food grade, no chemicals, great for water, sap, animal feed. Call 320-492-8032.

6/9 FOR SALE: Case DC narrow front tractor, good tires with Farmhand loader, high lift, both in good working condition.

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6/9 FOR SALE: Manure pump, vertical to about 12 feet, works good. Call 320-4928032.

6/9 FOR SALE: Camper, bumper pull 24 ft. Ayr Way, nice condition looks good & works, $2,500. Call 320-492-8032. 6/9 FOR SALE: Poodle puppies, male & female. exc. quality, vac. & vet chkd. house raised. Call 612-730-9453.

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