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Education is an investment, never an expense

About this time every year, millions of people graduate from all levels of education, excited to begin the next chapter of their lives. Most are relieved to be finished with formal classroom learning and ready to put their newly minted knowledge to work.

News flash: Their education in the real world is just beginning.

We can’t put enough of a premium on the importance of education. Education can help avoid the high price we pay for experience –the great teacher that helps us gain knowledge and avoid making the same mistake twice or three times.

The only thing more expensive than education is ignorance.

I have always told my children and grandchildren, “Before you get to the three R’s, you’ve got to master the three L’s – look, listen and learn.”

I believe education is a cornerstone for success, both personally and professionally. It's not just about formal schooling, but also about the continuous pursuit of knowledge and skills throughout one's life. Education equips us with the tools to think critically, solve problems and adapt to change.

As Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

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Self-education and lifelong learning are vital in personal and professional development. In today’s fast-paced world, where industries and technologies are constantly evolving, the pursuit of knowledge cannot stop at graduation. Continuous learning is the key to staying relevant and competitive.

Self-education demonstrates a strong personal initiative and a commitment to personal excellence. It helps to stay adaptable and able to pivot in response to changes in your industry or career.

Lifelong learning is crucial for enhancing existing skills and acquiring new ones. It fosters innovation by exposing you to new ideas and perspectives.

In my experience, the most successful individuals are those who are curious and never stop learning. They read books, attend workshops, listen to podcasts, ask substantive in-depth questions and engage in networking to exchange knowledge. This not only enriches their lives but also provides them with a competitive edge in their careers.

Benjamin Franklin was once asked to describe the most pitiful sight he had ever seen. Franklin said, “The sorriest sight is the lonely man on a rainy day who cannot read.”

-By Harvey Mackay

respond to changing job requirements as needs demand.

Education comes in so many forms beyond the classroom. Opportunities are unlimited if you just pay attention. I’ve hired people whose A-plus skills included being able to talk about fishing or art or cars with customers, even though that had nothing to do with the envelopes they were buying. We aren’t just in the envelope business, we’re in the people business.

Nothing impresses me more as a potential employer than someone who is out of work but still actively attending school. What excuse is there for not pursuing education of some kind when you’re not employed? It’s the true test of your determination to get into the workplace, to present an up-to-the-minute, trainable, quality package to a potential employer.

If you are fired or downsized, it’s a great way to prove to yourself and others that you’re capable of bouncing back after a setback. It’s a real confidence builder.

It’s also the best single thing you can do for yourself.

A mother once asked Albert Einstein how to raise a child to become a genius. Einstein’s advice was to read fairy tales to the child.

“And after that?” the mother asked.

One little known benefit of education is that statistics indicate that educated people live longer. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the mortality rate of Americans aged 25-64 who had not completed their high school education was twice as high as those who had. Also, the mortality rate of those who continued their education after high school was 79 percent less than those who earned only a high school diploma.

“Read the child more fairy tales,” Einstein replied, adding that what a scientist most needs is a curious imagination.

Mackay’s Moral: Invest in your education, and it will pay dividends for the rest of your life.

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.” 29442

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Education is an investment and never an expense. Consider education a capital improvement. Don’t be ashamed to borrow wisely, particularly to replenish your professional inventory. In fact, selfimprovement is the one area in which you

FRIDAY, MAY 17

In today’s job market, it’s important to have several skill sets. As companies evolve to keep current, managers look for people who can roll with the times. Be prepared to

Upcoming Events

• Melrose American Legion Fish Fry from 4:30-8 p.m. See ad on page 3.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

• Burnhamville Township and Burtrum City Clean Up Day from 9-11 a.m., Burtrum.

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22

• Grey Eagle Senior Center Meeting at 4 p.m. Potluck & Bingo to follow.

MEMORIAL DAY • MAY 27

• Grey Eagle/Burtrum: 8:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Cemetery Program. 9:15 a.m. Grey Eagle Parade. 10:15 a.m. Lakeview Cemetery Program. 11 a.m. Burtrum Parade & Moses Dane Cemetery Program. See ad on page 5

• Memorial Day Service at 10 a.m. at the Melrose American Legion.

FRIDAY, MAY 31

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

SUN.-WED., JUNE 2-5

• Fruitful VBS 2024 from 5:45-8 p.m. at Word of Life Church, Upsala. See ad on page 4.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

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

MONDAY, JUNE 17

• Holy Family School's 21st Annual Drive

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for Education Golf Tournament starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Albany Golf Club.

ALBANY SENIORS

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

ALBANY TOWNSHIP

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

• Planning Commission meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP

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

BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL

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

FEET FIRST CLINIC

• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Holdingford City Hall.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION

• Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution 1st Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre.

FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL

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

FREEPORT SENIOR MEETING

• Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. with cards/Bingo/coffee/dessert.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL

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

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP

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

MELROSE TOWNSHIP

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

MELROSE VFW #7050 POST/AUX.

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

MELROSE LEGION #101 POST/AUX.

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

STEARNS CO. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

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

SUNSHINE CLUB

• Meets every Monday, weigh in starts at 8; meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.

ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL

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

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL

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

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.

UPSALA CITY COUNCIL

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

Weekend Weather

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne

Stories of the Past

The temperature outdoors is causing some of us to want to spend more time outdoors. When we have completed some of the outside jobs, it feels really good to take a seat in a lawn chair and enjoy the feelings created by the warm sun. Some of us now enjoy reading the newspaper or a book, others enjoy the birds singing, some enjoy popping open a beer or soda pop and sometimes we look at the yard and see all of the things left to do, then get up and get back to work. Yesterday I did the yard chair routine and found myself thinking about some of the things that were told to me that were sort of hilarious. I'll share a few of them with you.

One of the stories my Father-in-law enjoyed telling was about Magnus, who had just come to America from Norway. A group of fellows were sitting around having a few drinks and someone said, Magnus have you ever driven a car?" No, but it looks like fun. Well let's go to the car and you can drive it around the farmstead. Magnus climbs in, they crank over the car and he makes a couple of circles behind the house and around the yard, pulling backward on the steering wheel and yelling Ho! Ho!; but the horsepower in the car wouldn't listen. He eventually drove through the fence around the pigpen and the mud stopped the car. So how was the car ride? Ya it was OK, but I need another drink while I try to get the mud off of my shoes. It would have been fun to see that ride, especially after only knowing him as Old Uncle Magnus.

To appreciate this story, one needs to think back to a time when all of the ministers in our church were of old German ancestry. They did a German church service once a month and on special occasions. Some of them were very strict and in today's world would be referred to as mean, especially to the youth that were learning the rules of the church. One of the ministers had a habit of banging his right hand on the pulpit when he was making an important point. Evidently he had been too rough on some of his students and they devised a scheme to get back at him. On this particular Sunday the subject of the sermon was taking the Lord's name in vain. The kids had put a couple of thumb tacks under the cloth and when he drove his hand into them, he said in a very loud voice, those darn kids, followed by several minutes of swearing about how kids needed to be disciplined and that the new generation had no respect for anything. He was ultimately

replaced by one that was more of a teacher and less of a strict authority figure. There was at one time an individual in our town that had a flatbed, dual wheeled truck and was kind-of the town mechanical engineer. He removed fallen trees, patched up holes in the roads, moved some snow and thawed underground pipes. One cold winter day he backed his truck against the curb and the ice wouldn't allow him to move the truck forward. That day he had an employee and he told him to put some gravel under the wheels so he could move. The employee spread gravel under the front wheels. When the employee was asked why he put gravel under the front wheels rather than the back driving wheels, the answer was, well, because the front wheels have to go first.

If one actually takes a break and allows your mind to travel back to some rather unusual stories from years ago, it can prove to be quite amusing. Not only that, but your thoughts will probably brighten your day.

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

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

Stearns Co. Sheriff’s Office

Medical: May 13, 2024: At approximately 1:41 p.m., the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received the report of a male who fell into a basement approximately 8-10 ft and was unresponsive. The male victim, identified as Kenneth Frieler, 66, of Grey Eagle, was part of a construction crew framing a new house at 40880 Long Lake Road in Millwood Twp. Frieler fell through the unfinished stairwell hole onto the concrete basement floor. Frieler was transported to the Melrose Hospital and subsequently airlifted for further care. The extent of Frieler’s injuries is unknown.

The Stearns County Sheriff's Office was assisted by Freeport Fire and Rescue, Melrose Ambulance, Melrose Police Department, and Life Link.

From the Desk of Pastor Bruce

I was amazed the other day to find a tall clump of Creeping Charlie in our front planter. I hadn’t even mowed the lawn yet, but there it was along with the Hosta plants. Now, I’m not a gardener and I am not sure how exactly to get rid of this creepy thing, so I went at it with a vengeance. I knelt and pulled them all out. Now it looks like it’s supposed to look.

In the same way that I was amazed at how fast the weeds took over, I am equally amazed with the sin and corruption in our world. For all those reading this article that are believers in Jesus Christ, my encouragement is to flood your mind with God’s Word. One of Jesus parables in Matthew 13:1-23 talks about the kingdom of Heaven. Jesus starts talking about seeds being scattered by the farmer. The seed represents God’s Word. Some of the seeds fell on the hard surface of the path. This is God’s Word being preached but some people have hard hearts, and the seed doesn’t make any difference. But the seed that I was thinking about the day that I saw that ugly clump of Creeping Charlie is the seed that was sown and fell along the thorns. That seed didn’t have a chance either because of the weeds, which represent the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth that choked the life out of the seed. In the parable, the seed that fell along the path represents God’s Word being preached and those people accept it with joy, but because their roots are shallow, they fall away from God’s Truth.

My encouragement to everyone reading is to read God’s Word! If you are not accustomed to daily reading, start with the Gospel of John, then the rest of the Gospels. Read about the life of our Savior Jesus, to fall in love with Him. Your goal is to develop and cultivate your heart so that God’s Word will take root and you

will have fruit.

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

Accident: May 12, 2024: At approximately 1:21 pm, their office received a report of a two-vehicle accident involving a truck versus ATV. The incident occurred at the intersection of 30th Street and 60th Avenue, approximately one mile east of Upsala, MN in Elmdale Township.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, 30-yearold Samantha Robideaux of Bowlus, MN was traveling east on 30th Street in a Chevrolet Silverado. An ATV driven by 55-year-old Terry Theis of Bowlus, MN was traveling north on 60th Avenue. Theis went through the stop sign at the intersection and was struck by Robideaux. Theis was pronounced deceased at the scene, Robideaux was not injured.

Sheriff Shawn Larsen stated that these types of incidents impact all of us to include family, friends, law enforcement and emergency personnel who respond to these scenes. With warmer weather upon us, there is increased traffic on our roadways, especially with the influx of recreational vehicles and motorcycles. Just a reminder to exercise caution, stay alert, avoid distractions, avoid driving under the influence, and follow the speed limit and all traffic laws. Safety needs to be everyone’s top priority.

The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the MN State Patrol, Upsala Fire Department, Upsala First Response Team, Life Link III and Mayo Clinic Ambulance.

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Obituaries

Judith A. “Judy” Walz

Judith A. “Judy” Walz, age 81 of Belgrade, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024 at the Tree of Life Assisted Living in New Munich, Minnesota.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Elrosa with Rev. Mark Botzet officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.

Judith Ann Borgerding was born May 8, 1943 in Freeport, Minnesota to Ambrose and Teresa (Holdvogt) Borgerding. She attended Saints Peter and Paul Catholic grade school and graduated from Little Falls High School. On May 4, 1963, she was united in marriage to Roman Walz at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The couple farmed for many years, and she later worked at BenFranklin and JKC.

Judy was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church and the Christian Mothers. She was dedicated to her faith. She enjoyed tending to her beautiful flower gardens and taking care of her chickens. She loved to paint ceramics. She was an amazing quilter and enjoyed quilt retreats with her "Bee" sisters. She made many quilts for her kids and grandkids to treasure. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Romy Walz; children, Roman Walz Jr. (fiancée, Angie), James (Nancy) Walz, Lisa (Scott) Dokken, Lori (Randy) Hubert, Mark Walz (special friend, Carol), and Frank (Mindy) Walz; daughter-in-law, Jonel Walz; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Evie Stalboerger, Susan Lieser, Kathy (Dan) Imdieke, Norie (Lou) DeSotel, Marcia (Mike) Lieser, and Karen (Ron) Brietbach; brothers, Joe (Toni) Borgerding and Marv (Ginny) Borgerding; sister-in-law, Irma Borgerding; brothers-in-law, Joe Woolcott and David Crain; and many nieces and nephews.

Judy was preceded in death by her son, Bruce Walz; parents, Ambrose and Teresa Borgerding; brother and sisters, Dave Borgerding, Irene Crain, Doris Woolcott, and infant sister, Mary Borgerding; father and mother-in-law, Frank and Jessie Walz; brothers-in-law, Larry Thielen, Larry Lieser, and Stan Stalboerger; and nephew, Carl Borgerding.

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

Jerry Dean Johnson

Jerry Dean Johnson, age 71, of Upsala, MN, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and children after a hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s at the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany, MN. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Gethsemane Lutheran Church with the Rev. Mike Carlson officiating. Interment will follow in Gethsemane Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 AM on Thursday at the church. Caring for Jerry and his family is the Shelley Funeral Chapel in Little Falls, MN.

Jerry was born in Little Falls, MN to Marvin and Rosella (Donat) Johnson on January 7, 1953. He grew up on the family dairy farm near Pine Lake. He attended and graduated from Upsala High School in 1971. He went on to complete an associate degree in accounting at the Willmar Community Technical College. While attending school, he met Jackie Schmidt and married on July 20, 1974, in Montevideo. They moved to Upsala, where they raised their three children. Jerry worked for the Upsala Cooperative/Centrasota for 42 dedicated years. He enjoyed serving the farmers and the whole community. He served on the Upsala School Board from 1985-1995 and Sytek Communications Board from 1998-2020. Through his commitment to the community, he strived to bring integrity and pride to his work. He was a proud lifetime member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church. He served on church council as the treasurer for 40+ years. He loved his church and would do anything to serve the people of Gethsemane; from scooping ice cream, filling oil candles, working with youth, or ensuring that worship moved smoothly. He experienced a Cursillo gathering and continued to be a faithful servant and volunteer to the program. He was truly a disciple of Christ and his love for God gave him strength. Jerry loved working in his huge garden growing every kind of fruit and vegetable. His favorites were melons and big pumpkins. He loved sharing the harvest. He enjoyed a good cup of black tea with honey and a dish of ice cream. He never missed KLTF in the morning and enjoyed reading the daily newspaper. He was known for a twinkle in his eye, a quiet personality, and quick wit. His humor and legacy will carry on in his loved ones. Jerry is survived by his wife, Jacalyn “Jackie” (Schmidt) Johnson; son, Jeff (Stephanie) and children, Avery, Brayden, Cailyn, Danyka, and Elayna Johnson of Rice, MN; son, Jeremy (Sandy) and children, Micah and Liliana Johnson of Adams, MN; and daughter, Jenna Johnson of Lake Crystal, MN; 5 grandpups; 3 siblings, Gary (Sharon) Johnson, Larry (Robin) Johnson, and Terry (Jim) Karpinski. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Rosella (Donat) Johnson.

Sharon B. Wiegers

A Memorial Service will be at 11:00 AM Thursday, May 16, 2024 at the American Lutheran Church in Long Prairie for Sharon Wiegers, 77 of Long Prairie who passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024 at the Long Prairie Nursing Home. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the church.

Sharon Barbara Wiegers was born on August 6, 1946 in Sauk Centre, to Albert and Alvia (Halverson) Wiegers. She attended Sauk Centre High School. Sharon worked for Fingerhut in St.

Cloud and a potato farm in Long Prairie, before becoming a Baker at Donny’s Warehouse Foods in Long Prairie where she continued to work until her retirement in 2008. She also worked for Jerry Goplen handing eggs. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre, then the American Lutheran Church in Long Prairie. Sharon enjoyed playing cards, bingo, going for walks, and spending time with family and friends. She lived with her sister Karen for 2 years, who did an excellent job caring for her, until Sharon entered the nursing home in March of 2023.

She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Albert (Arlene) Wiegers of Lake Lillian, David (Barb) Wiegers of Monticello, Linda Guse of Long Prairie, Tommy (Teresa) Wiegers of Long Prairie, Karen (Tom) Helcl of Ottertail and sisterin-law Judy Wiegers as well as many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her infant sister Patricia Wieger, brother Donald Wiegers and very special friend Arthur Marske.

Mental Health Awareness Month 2024

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health conditions. The Department of Human Services offers a “Mental health awareness month toolkit”, as stated on their website; “This year’s toolkit includes ideas and resources on what you can do throughout the month to raise awareness around mental health and suicide prevention. This can be found here; https://www.health. state.mn.us/communities/suicide/documents/mhawarenessmonth.pdf

Locally, our Local Mental Health Advisory Council will be putting on a Mental Health Awareness event on May 17th from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. regarding “The Link between Physical & Mental Health.” This event will be held at Sourcewell, 202 12th St NE, Staples, MN 56479. Admission is free, Dr. Sara J Martin MD and Amanda Mithun LMFT will be speaking on this topic and Pizza will be provided for lunch!

Additional Mental Health Resources include:

The Region V+ Mental Health Initiative: region5mentalhealth.com, is available to help navigate mental health resources, local events and trainings.

Come

Wellness in the Woods:, Peer to Peer Telephone Support line at 1-844-739-6369. The hours of operation are 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. They offer a safe and supportive place for people to call and speak with peers who are there to support and listen to adults experiencing emotional distress.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 if you are experiencing a crisis Online chat at 988lifeline.org Text at: 741741

The Swanville American Legion Auxiliary donated $500 to the Swanville Senior Center to help remodel the kitchen. Pictured (from left) Judy Hagstrom, Neil Hagstrom Senior Center President, Carol Duke, and Marlene Mauer.

Swanville Senior High Student of the Month

Swanville Public School is pleased to announce the April Senior High Student of the Month, senior Morgan Bellefeuille. He is the son of Kris and Molly Bellefeuille. Morgan has a wide variety of interests, which include playing sports, camping, hiking, hanging out with friends and building robots. He has participated in football, basketball and track throughout his entire junior/senior high experience. He added trap shooting as a freshman along with Robotics. He has participated in all of the plays since seventh grade as well as playing in band. He served on Student Council as a freshman and senior, and is currently the Student Body President. He is repeatedly on the A Honor roll, is a previous student of the month and has lettered in all of his sports. He was both the Swanville ExCEl and Triple A award winner, MSHSL Triple A and ExCel Award winner, All State Academics for Robotics, a member of the NMRC All Conference Academic and Prairie Conference All Academic.

Outside of school, Morgan helps with a variety of Swanville Athletic Booster events

and is very involved with the Boy Scouts of America.

Science Instructor Jason Lee says, “Morgan is a hardworking and dedicated student. He consistently finds his way towards excellent marks in his classes including his several college level courses, and he is active in several activities throughout the year. Morgan can also be counted on to help out when needed. I am excited to see how Morgan continues his success in college and beyond!”

Morgan is planning to attend Michigan Tech, majoring in mechanical engineering. He is enrolled in the ROTC program as well. His favorite thing about school is being around his friends and learning. He advises other students “Work hard in your classes and be involved as much as possible.”

Music instructor Kevin Stueven adds, “Morgan has been an outstanding member of the Swanville Band. He has excelled in his studies of music and playing the trumpet. The confidence he demonstrates in his playing has been a model for other students in the ensemble to encourage them. Morgan expresses his leadership qualities with kindness. He helps other students with their music and offers ideas to help improve the sound of the ensemble. Morgan has a bright future ahead of him using the tools and experience he has gained through his studies, and the many activities he has participated in at Swanville School.”

Swanville Junior High Student of the Month

Swanville Public School is pleased to announce the April Junior High Student of the Month, ninth grade student Abby Wimmer. Abby is the daughter of Richard and Tamie Wimmer. When she has time for herself, she enjoys hunting, baking, shopping and painting. In the future she plans to attend college and become a nurse.

Since seventh grade she has participated in basketball and volleyball, adding track in eighth grade and participating in theatre in junior high. She volunteers her time working at Vacation Bible School and helps yearly with the St. John’s Craft Fair. Abby is on the Honor Roll each semester, lettered in track and was the Physical Education Student of the Year. Her favorite thing about school is being able to see her friends and playing sports. Her advice to other students is “you’re going to make mistakes, use them as a learning experience.”

Art teacher Samantha Roden says, “Abby Wimmer shines as a positive, help-

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ful, and hardworking student and friend. I have had the pleasure of having Abby in the art room for multiple classes throughout the school year. She approaches all projects creatively and with enthusiasm. When learning a new skill or tackling a large project, Abby perseveres and persists until the task is complete. She is attentive during instruction and produces high quality artwork. Abby is also a great friend to those around her. On multiple occasions, Abby’s sense of humor and wit have cheered up fellow classmates and brought up the morale in the art room. Abby leads by example with kindness and encouragement, and is a true joy to have in the classroom each day!”

Please join Kevin and Nancy Bitz to help them celebrate their 70/50 party with an open house on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at their address: 10431 Amigo Trail, Grey Eagle, MN 56336. Kevin and Nancy will be celebrating 70 years of life, and 50 years of matrimony.

Joseph and Angela Swanson of Albany are proud to announce the birth of their son, Grant Joseph Swanson, born Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 2:46 a.m. at the CentraCare Health-Melrose. Grant weighted 7 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 19 inches in length.

Grandparents are Dale and Diane Wuebkers and Doug and Beth Swanson of Upsala. Great grandparents are Jerome and Mary Jane Stich, Christine Wuebkers, and Joann Knudtson.

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,

How do you manage a situation where you feel an employee may be taking advantage of you when it comes to time off?

I have one person who seems to have endless things pop up throughout the year, and she’s always asking for extra time off.

This year, she has already used up her paid time off (PTO), knowing she has fertility treatments scheduled later in the year that would require time off. I’ve always wanted my business to remain family-oriented and employee-friendly as we grew. But I’m starting to feel my heart harden, too, like she may be taking advantage of me.

-Kate Dear Kate,

The fact that you’re conflicted about this shows you have a good heart. Team members are individuals, not units of production. We all have unique hopes and dreams, and you should recognize and respect that. But it sounds like this particular employee also has a habit of making dumb mistakes where her time off is concerned.

I’ve experienced this kind of behavior from time to time as my company’s grown. And as time’s gone by, I’ve started listening to my gut to differentiate actual needs from stupidity. I try to treat other people the way I’d like to be treated, instead of just through the lens of what I want or what’s good for Ramsey Solutions.

If a team member is going to make a

series of bad choices, I’m going to assume at some point they don’t really want to work here. You can be the nicest, sweetest person in the world and still do dumb things that make you unemployable. But holding someone accountable for their actions doesn’t mean you lack compassion.

We’ve had situations at my company where someone runs through their PTO, then something comes up. We evaluate the situation, and we might extend some grace and give them extra paid time off. Sometimes we might give time off, but it’s unpaid. Other times, it might be out of the question to give the time off (or for the person to keep their job at that point). Every situation’s different, and we decide things like that on a case-by-case basis.

Now, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with this lady’s desire to have a family. I think that’s a great thing. But she knew these treatments were in her future when she took the other PTO. You’re showing great concern and compassion for your employee, Kate, but it’s almost like you want her to win more than she wants to win.

God forbid, but let’s pretend this lady’s husband was in a bad car wreck. She’s going to need time off to help take care of him. Of course, she gets extra PTO. No question, that deserves some grace. And if any of your other employees don’t understand that or like it, they can hit the road. But that’s not the case, is it? This lady had a planned life event, and she messed up her time off situation all by herself.

I think in this situation, you probably let your compassion go a little too far, and now you’re having a hard time with the consequences. If it were me, I’d give this lady a little extra PTO for the treatments, but I’d also have a gentle but firm talk with her about managing time off more wisely.

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with putting reasonable boundaries on compassion.

-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.

Ask The Motor Medics®

Dear Motor Medics, I have several vehicles and only one driver in the house, me. 13

vehicles in all plus another five ATVs, 2 Jet Skies and 3 boats. I’m a collector, lover of vehicles, and maybe a number of other things but they all run well, and I enjoy having them around. My question is about batteries. It seems like I am always replacing batteries. I charge each one up using several chargers I have every couple months, but they seem to go dead every year or two. I use the small chargers at one amp and let them charge overnight. A few of the older cars seem to stay fully charged but the newer ones with computers are dead anywhere from three weeks to two months. What can I do to keep them charged longer.

-David in Tyler, Texas

Dear David,

Dead batteries and keeping them from going dead have been a lifelong pursuit of vehicle owners since the beginning of vehicles. Vehicles with computers will draw more power even if they are shut down than a vehicle without a computer but they all will gradually go dead. Make sure that any charger you use is a battery maintainer, not a trickle charger. Trickle chargers will break down a battery if used too long causing overcharging and damage. Use a maintainer and leave it connected when the vehicle is not being used. They are usually less than $40 each and keep batteries conditioned for many years.

-Take care, the Motor Medics

Dear Motor Medics,

My questions are about oil changes. I recently had to replace the timing chains on my 2009 GMC Acadia, and I have a 2016 Chrysler

Town And Country that has noisy lifters. My mechanic is telling me that my engines both have heavy sludge in them and that I should have changed the engine oil much more often which may have saved them. I only put five thousand miles or so on each one of the vehicles, so I change them both once a year. I don’t think that changing the oil every three months is a smart idea with that low mileage.

-Reggie in Greenwood, Indiana Dear Reggie, Your mechanic is correct. The problem is the low miles and short trips on the engines, not that you are not changing the oil sooner. When you drive short trips, the oil does not reach a high enough temperature for a long enough period to burn off all the moisture in the oil which will turn to sludge and leave damaging deposits. Also, using a regular filter instead of an extended drain long life filter leaves a possibility of the cardboard in the filter breaking down and clogging the engine causing major damage. If you used a better filter and made sure that the engine was running until fully warm each time it is driven your changes may be ok. But as it stands, more frequent changes are what is needed.

-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.

Local Municipality Minutes

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Swanville City • April 11, 2024

Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The meeting called to order 4:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Tony Maciej, and Jim Molitor. Absent: John Dragseth. Also present: Ryan Odden.

Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting Tuesday, March 5, 2024 were reviewed. A motion was made by Jim Molitor to approve the minutes. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

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

City Engineer, Ryan Odden, was present to discuss with council Water Project. Odden asked council if a 20’x20’ PFAS room should be added to the water storage work room plans. Council was in agreement to stay with the plans as approved previously. Should a need arise to add to the water work room it will be dealt with at that time. Advertising for bids for the Water Project will be going in the paper. Opening of the bids will be approx. in the middle of May.

Moore Engineering was working with Lonny on the lead lines in the city. Flyers will be mailed to residents on lead service line inventory. Residents are asked to go online or return to the city office the completed survey.

The Swanville Lions would like to extend the walking trail to the south of Swanville. Council was in agreement to have the trail extended. Lease agreements will have to be wrote up for the landowners on the new trail and then the city will add liability insurance to the extension.

Reminder, the 2024 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting will be held Wednesday, April 24, 2024 10:30 am in the Swanville Center. Swanville City Wide Clean-up Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 11 from 9 to 11:00 am at the City Park. With the raising cost to recycle items, council agreed to raise all electronics and appliances to $20.00 each. Car and utility tires $10.00 each and truck and tractor tires $20.00 each.

The Senior Center is in the process of updating the kitchen and flooring. They would like to apply for a grant from Sourcwell to help with the expenses. Resolution #24-0411 asking for the City to support the Center in submitting a Community Impact Funding application to Sourcewell was presented. After discussion, Jim Molitor made a motion to accept Resolution #24-0411. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion passed.

The Swanville School will be doing some inside work this summer and are asking if the Bull Dog Club (child day care) could use the Park Building. Council agreed to allow the Bull Dog Club to use the building but it must be cleaned up and vacuumed after each use.

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

The next regular monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the Swanville Center.

There being no further business, a motion was made by Tony Maciej and seconded by Norm Carlson to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned 5:10 pm. Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/Treasurer

Swanville City • April 24, 2024

Minutes of the Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting for the City of Swanville held in the Swanville Center on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The meeting called to order 10:30 a.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm

Carlson, John Dragseth, and Tony Maciej. Also present: Sharon Blumke, Jean Popp, Brian Dezurik, Scott Hanfler, and Laura Winter.

An explanation of the market value and valuation of property was given by the Morrison County Assessor and Appraisers.

After discussion, Norm Carlson made a motion to not change the market value of property, to leave as presented. John Dragseth seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried.

Motion to close by Tony Maciej, seconded by John Dragseth. All in favor, meeting closed 11:15 am.

Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/Treasurer

Upsala City • May 6, 2024

Call to

Order/Attendance: The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Rollie Johnson at 7:00 P.M. The pledge of allegiance was said.

On roll call members present: Mayor Rollie Johnson, Council Members Wendy Rene, Lana Bartells, Alan Gunderson, and Mitch Lange. Staff present: Public Works Director Mike Tschida, and City Clerk-Treasurer Jane Popp.

Minutes: Bartells moved to approve minutes from April 1, 2024, City Council Meeting, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.

Gunderson moved to approve minutes from April 17, 2024, Local Board of Appeals Meeting, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.

Added agenda items: Rene moved to approve the agenda as presented, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.

Department Reports: Fire Department Report: Chief Baggenstoss reported one fire call. LP Emergency training completed, and they would like to do water training when it’s warmer. The bar bingo in Elmdale ended in April and will begin next Fall.

First Response Team: First Response Team Vice President Haus reported seven calls for April. The five new members are finishing the training. The First Response Team is preparing for the Memorial Day Event.

Maintenance Report: Tschida reported on water and sewer levels as well as the various tasks done throughout the city. Tschida bagged and thatched the lawn and will fertilize in some areas. Tschida is waiting for a part to fix the water meter so he can open the park bathrooms. A big appreciation to Mike for getting the posters up of the Senior Graduates.

City Office Report: Popp reviewed the May Calendar.

Planning Commission Lighted stop Sign Rene moved to approve that the city will maintain the solar lights on the stop sign that will be installed on Hwy 238, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously.

Unfinished Business: Heritage Days: Everything is set and ready to go.

New Business: Friends of the Library Event: June 11 from 4-6pm, July 22 from 2-4pm, and August 7 from 5-7pm. Bartells moved to approve that the Friends of the Library can put up a canopy on the sidewalk for the annual ice scream for books events on June 11, July 22, & August 7, 2024, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.

Call for a Public Hearing on June 3, 2024, to consider CUP for Chickens: Gunderson moved to approve a Public Hearing on June 3, 2024 at 7:20PM, 2nd by Rene. Motion carried unanimously.

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

Updates/FYI: Next Regular City Council Meeting will be June 3 at 7:00 pm.

Adjourn: Gunderson moved to adjourn at 7:57 pm, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously. Jane Popp, Clerk/Treasurer

Grey Eagle Township • May 6, 2024

Call to Order: Mike Rohe called the meeting to order at 8:00 pm. The pledge of allegiance was recited.

Members Present: Mary Ann Primus, Mike Rohe, Alan Roering and John Young. Also present were Erv Herdering and Sharon Roering.

Agenda Approval: A preliminary agenda was presented. Mike asked if there were additions to the agenda. John made motion to approve agenda. Alan made the second. All in favor. Motion carried

Approval of Minutes: John made the motion to accept the April 1, 2024 minutes. Alan made the second. All in favor. Motion passed.

Town Clerk’s Report: Clerk presented the claims list for April. Claims list included claims 3948-3958 for a total of $3,457.92. John made the motion to pay the claims. Alan made the second. All in favor. Motion carried.

Mail included P&Z, advertising, MN Power rate increase, information from Sourcewell.

The financial report was presented, Alan made the motion to approve the financial report, John made the second. All in favor. Motion carried.

Motion was made by John and 2nd by Alan to renew the CD maturing May 8, at a good rate but short term. All in favor, Motion carried.

Road and Bridge Report: John presented information about the resolution to advertise for the road work for this year. Clerk will send information to Widseth, Inc. Discussion on the signage for the boat access, best size, and where to set it. Cost would be $300- $500. John made the motion to have PJ Signs work on these, Alan made the second. All in favor. Motion carried. Road check-

Stearns Co. Sheriff’s Office

Fire: May 14, 2024: At approximately 6:25 A.M., the Stearns County Emergency Communications Center received a call of a residential fire at 110 Hwy 4, Apt #1, in Meire Grove. Multiple callers reported a couch on fire in front of the residence. Deputies on scene learned that a couch inside the apartment had caught on fire and the resident of the unit, Ronald Jackson III, 25, of Meire Grove, had pulled the couch out of the apartment before the fire could spread further. Jackson was treated for smoke inhalation at the Melrose Hospital. No other units of the building were affected by the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office and Melrose Fire Department responded to the scene.

Albany Senior Dining

Mon., May 20: BBQ ribs, potatoes O'brien, peas, bread.

Tues., May 21: Hamburger rice hotdish, green beans, pineapple, bread.

Wed., May 22: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, noodles, green beans, breadstick.

Thurs., May 23: Turkey meatballs, whipped potatoes, gravy, California medley vegetables, bread.

Fri., May 24: Hot dog on bun, baked beans, coleslaw.

Pre-registration requested to dine daily.

For more info. call 320-845-4070.

Rick’s Painting

brought up some culverts needing work as well as areas that need gravel. Four areas that could use brushing- send letters to property owners before starting. Arden Drive has holes that need repair.

Additional agenda item: Topics reviewed from the County meeting- P&Z will send letters to all board member and approved variances. Short Course- discussed new ESST and updates to CTAS, insurance and security, and managing disputes at meetings.

Public Comments: None

Adjourn: Motion to adjourn by Alan second by John. All in favor. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm Minutes not approved.

Mary Ann Primus, Clerk/Treasurer

Claims Clinic for Veterans

Veterans who have been exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, or other toxic substances can attend a PACT Act Claims Clinic at the Stearns County Service Center, 3301 Co Rd 138 in Waite Park on Thursday, May 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This event is a good resource for veterans seeking assistance with disability compensation claims related to toxic exposures and enrollment in VA Health Care. Veterans Health Administration and Veterans Benefits Administration representatives along with Stearns, Wright and Sherburne County Veteran Service Officers will be available on-site to provide support and guidance for these claims. Appointments are available. To reserve a spot, call 320-255-6340. Walk-ins are also welcome.

At the clinic, veterans can: Enroll in VA Health Care, Get a Toxic Exposure Screening, Ask About Existing Claims, Start a New Claim, Take action on claims

Veterans will also learn more about the definition of toxic exposure, health care eligibility changes, toxic exposure screening and education, toxic exposure research, and presumption of service connection changes.

To make the most of this opportunity, veterans are encouraged to bring a copy of their DD-214 or discharge papers and any recent correspondence about a claim that they have questions about.

The PACT Act (presumptive benefits for war fighters exposed to burn pits and other toxins act) was passed in August 2022 to provide essential support and benefits to veterans exposed to toxic substances during their service. This clinic ensures veterans are aware of their eligibility and can access the benefits they deserve.

This event is a significant collaboration between Veterans Benefit Administration, Veterans Health Administration, and the local veteran communities. It offers veterans an opportunity for expedited action or review on existing claims and the chance to learn more about the PACT Act and its implications for their health and well-being. For veterans who have questions or are seeking assistance related to their exposure to toxic substances, this PACT Act Claims Clinic is a valuable resource that should not be missed.

Call for an Estimate: 320-248-0731

GARAGE SALE: West of Rice bridge on Co. Rd. 2. Athletic wear, puzzles, farm equipment & more. May 15-18: 9 a.m. 320252-9756.

GARAGE SALE: May 16-17: 8-5. May 18: 8-12. 2933 50th Ave., Holdingford, MN (1/2 mile east of Upsala).

GARAGE SALE: Thurs. & Fri., May 1617. 5109 Agate Road (off Balcony Road & 50th Street), Burtrum.

CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES: Upsala & Surrounding Area. Fri. & Sat., May 17 & 18.

GARAGE SALE: 3 Family May 17: 8-5, May 18: 8-Noon. Clothing, childrensadults, kitchen gadgets, microwave, legos, games, toys, furniture, entertainment center, home decor, fabric and much misc. 507 State Highway 238, Upsala.

PLANT SALE: May 17: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Red shed, Main Street, Albany. Mother of Mercy Auxiliary.

PLANT SALE: May18: 8am-12pm. Stearns County Hort. Society Legion Park, Albany.

GARAGE SALE: Huge 5 Family! May 22: 1-6pm; May 23-24: 8am-6pm; May 25: 8am-4pm. Aluminum canoe: 17ft, 1987 Grumman Eagle. Fabric, quilting, buttons, beads, crafting supplies, Teeter inversion table, exercise bike, lawn & garden, fishing, life jackets, tools, furniture, housewares, home decor, books, games, puzzles, toys, clothing: girls 8-14/16, womens small thru plus size, mens XXL, much misc. 3 miles East of Upsala, 6775 30th St. (Cty 21) Larry Erickson residence.

COUNTY LINE GOODS Occasional Sale Friday, May 31st: 8am-7pm and Saturday, June 1st: 8am-4pm. PLUS a multi family sale! Two separate sales in one yard! 15202 450th St., Bowlus. Note sale is in the backyard. 5/23P

HELP WANTED

Holtz Tree Service and Firewood Bowlus, MN; is seeking individual interested in Full Time Employment. Duties include outdoor work pertaining to firewood/tree work. Day shift work Monday thru Friday, no weekends. Paid weekly wage based on performance. Will train. Must have a valid driver’s license. Call or text 320-360-3512

HELP WANTED: Front counter/butcher position. Apply in person at Elmdale Creamery & Locker or call for details, 320573-2607.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: To help sew bags for the veterans at the St. Cloud VA. Fabric is furnished and already cut. Contact Cindy 320-285-3901.

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

WANTED: Machinery for scrap or salvage specializing in combines and old buildings. Call 320-292-8993.

WANTED: 16 or18 hp briggs I/C vertical shaft. Call 320-260-4551.

WANTED: To purchase several small bales of straw. Please call 320-285-2452.

WANTED: 2 or 3 CD player. Call 320-2563775. 5/30

FOR SALE: Lund Rebel 16' boat, Evenrude 40 h.p. motor with trailer, good condition, $7,250. Call 320-285-4495. tfn

FOR SALE: Air compressor w/75 ft. hose, air impact wrenches, 3 CBs. 320-260-2159 MT-tfn

FOR SALE: Collector series NFL MN Vikings Randy Moss 1998 Beanie Babies Vikings Melamine Serving Tray, $30. Call 320-894-9118.

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

FOR SALE: 1994 Corvette, 60,000 miles, new tires. The car is like new, $15,000. Call 320-290-0924. 5/16

FOR SALE: Used Elkay undermount two bowl black granite sink; and Brizo single lever contemporary faucet system, good condition. 320-429-1255 5/23

FOR SALE: Johnson 15 hp. short shaft runs ex. Call 320-285-2424 or 320-310-9138.

FOR SALE: 2002 PT Cruiser. Hitch for 5th wheel camper. Call 320-256-7178.

FOR SALE: Pontoon lift, 24x10.5 with canopy cover, $2500. Call 320-290-0924. 5/16

FOR SALE: Winchester (5000 count) small pistol primers (WSP), $275. Call 320573-2340.

FOR SALE: 2250 count Winchester WAA12wads, $35. Call 320-573-2340.

FOR SALE: Vibo boat lift, holds 2400 lbs., $1,000. Call 320-285-4495. tfn

FOR SALE: MTD 3.5 HP tiller, 18" width, good shape, $175. Call 320-815-1768.

CDL License a Plus, but willing to help acquire

Benefits Include:

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance

Provide 401K

Provide Dental

HELP WANTED PT SEASONAL MAINTENANCE

The City of Grey Eagle is looking for a PT Maintenance employee. Hours would vary, up to 20 hours per week during the summer and as needed during the winter.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Upkeep of the parks & cemetery: mowing lawn, weed trimming, trash removal, etc.

• Snow removal of alleys, sidewalks and parking lots

This position works directly with the FT Maintenance person and the City Council. Applications can be obtained at Grey Eagle City Hall located at 202 Woodman Street South, by email request sent to gecity@meltel.net or on the city website at greyeaglemn.govoffice2.com. The City of Grey Eagle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

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