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Regain control of your life at every level -By Harvey Mackay

No one ever accused Larry Winget of mincing words. Larry, who is often referred to as the Pitbull of Personal Development, wouldn’t take very kindly to it anyway. His books, speeches and television appearances leave no doubt about where he stands and why he feels the way he does.

I admire Larry’s courage to speak plainly and without concern for “political correctness,” particularly when writing about a topic that involves convictions and self-confidence.

His latest book is bound to pop a few eyeballs, probably starting with the title: “Grow A Pair: How to Stop Being a Victim and Take Back Your Life, Your Business, and Your Sanity.” Larry assures

readers that the title refers to an attitude, not anatomy.

“Growing a pair is a state of mind, an attitude, and a way of thinking,” he writes. “It’s about giving up being a victim and taking control of your life at every level.”

He adds: “It is the willingness to do the right thing even when everyone else is doing the wrong thing. It has roots in personal responsibility. It’s about drawing lines in the sand. It’s about knowing yourself, knowing your values, and becoming uncompromising in your willingness to do whatever it takes to stand up for them. . . . Don’t you agree that our society is in desperate need of developing that mindset?”

I will happily answer: Yes. Larry attributes the social shift in part on the entitlement mentality, attitudes developed during the hippie generation, and the idea that people will do whatever they can get away with. He says, “People will do anything and everything they can until someone stops them from doing it and

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Therefore, the solution to this problem is to let people get away with less.”

He writes: “Stop tolerating stupidity and poor performance. Stop letting people get away with bad behavior. Break this natural cycle with yourself, your family, and with your co-workers and employees. It won’t change the world, but it just might change your world.”

He offers a list of 16 questions to determine whether you have “a pair.”

Among them: Do you allow people to take advantage of you? Do you find yourself picking up the slack for lazy coworkers? Do you often feel responsible for other people and their feelings? Do you find yourself compromising your opinions and beliefs in an effort to get along? Do people mistreat you emotionHarvey Mackay continued to pg 3

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SEPTEMBER 24-OCTOBER 29 • Helping Hands Outreach Living Well with Chronic Conditions” classes on Tuesdays from 9:30-noon at Avon Township Hall.

SEPTEMBER 28 • Grey Eagle United Methodist Church 7th Annual Hog Roast from 4:30-7:00 p.m. at the church. See ad on page 3.

SEPTEMBER 29 • Albany Legion Smorgasbord Breakfast from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Church of Seven Dolors Parish Center, Albany.

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OCTOBER 5 • St. John’s Catholic Church 29th Annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Swanville School. See ad on page 7.

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• Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution from 10-11:00 a.m. at River of Life Church, Sauk Centre.

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OCTOBER 12 • 40th Annual Meatball Supper from 4-8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Grey Eagle.

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OCTOBER 20 • Potato Pancake & Sausage Supper from 3-7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Church, Meire Grove.

OCTOBER 27 • Bingo at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church basement, Melrose.

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Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 ally, verbally, psychologically, or physically?

Answer those questions with a “yes, but” and Larry will remind you that you need to work on yourself.

On the other hand, he wants readers to answer “yes” to questions such as: Do you stand up for yourself and your beliefs even in the face of conflict? Do you recognize your problems as problems but know that with some hard work and a little sweat you will get through it? Do you speak up when you see someone else being mistreated?

I was fascinated at the variety of inspirational sources Larry quotes in his book, ranging from Mahatma Gandhi to Benjamin Franklin to Winston Churchill.

Those are role models of honesty and courage for any age.

Larry offers very practical advice for developing the gumption to change your life. In fact, he breaks it into two dozen categories and explains them very plainly.

The one that stands out for me is “Make big, bold, brash, ballsy plans.”

He says, “No one ever wrote down a plan to be fat, broke, stupid, lazy, unhappy, and mediocre. These are the things that happen when you don’t have a plan.”

I am an inveterate planner. My mantra has always been “Prepare to win.” As I like to say, people don’t plan to fail, they fail to plan. Larry puts it this way: “Most people never expect anything bad to ever happen to them until it already has.”

Larry also insists that setting clear priorities signals that you are in control of your own life. “People don’t live the life they dream of because it isn’t important enough for them to do what it takes to

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live that kind of life. Priorities determine your actions, and your actions determine your results. . . Your time, energy, and money always go to what’s important to you.”

Now you see why Larry Winget is known as the Pitbull of Personal Development. Read his gripping advice, and you won’t roll over and play dead ever again.

Mackay’s Moral: Control your life or it will control you.

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!...

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Joyce M. Gorka

Obituaries Paul J. Voit

Paul J. Voit, age 33, of Albany, died unexpectedly on Friday, September 20, 2013 in Grey Eagle Township, Todd County, Minnesota.

A sharing of memories was held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Paul James Voit was born February 6, 1980 in Melrose, Minnesota to Donald and Liola “Teddy” (Winkels) Voit. He was a member of Melrose High School, class of 1998. Paul loved spending time with his family, especially Lisa and their two daughters. He was a stay at home dad and a full time student at St. Cloud

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Technical & Community College. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, playing darts and shooting pool.

Survivors include his significant other, Lisa Porter of Albany; daughters, Hannah and Molly Voit, both at home; parents, Don and Liola “Teddy” Voit of Freeport; brothers and sisters, Gary Voit of Freeport, Jody (Scott) Mehr of St. Cloud, John Voit (Shelly Primus) of Grey Eagle, Anne Nienaber (Mike Bolvin) of St. Cloud, Adam Voit of Grey Eagle, Glen Voit of Grey Eagle, Josh Voit of Freeport, and Cory Voit of Freeport; Godson, Carson Mehr; Lisa’s parents, Robert and Diana Rush of St. Cloud; Lisa’s sister, Leslie Aviles (Dan Wolfram) of Avon; and many loving relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leo and Helen Winkels and John and Rose Voit.

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

Roy R. Warzecha, age 91 of St. Rosa, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at the CentraCare Nursing Home in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m.

Monday, September 23 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in St. Rosa with Rev. Roger Klassen, O.S.B. officiating. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery at a later date. Military honors were provided by the Melrose Veterans Honor Guard.

Roy Roman Warzecha was born January 18, 1922 in Elizabeth, Minnesota to Frank, Sr. and Stella (Stein) Warzecha. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. On August 26, 1952 he was united in marriage to Geneva Gretsch at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in St. Rosa. Roy worked for D.H. Blatner for 42 years as a bulldozer operator. He was a

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member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in St. Rosa, Schanhaar-Otte VFW Post 7050, and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49. Roy enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, playing cards, and dancing with Geneva. Roy loved working with his hands on inventions in his shop and was known for his green thumb, he could grow anything. He loved animals, especially his dog, Blacky.

Survivors include his children, Cindy (Phil) Nevin of Ramsey, Ferd (Jane) Warzecha of Westminster, Colorado, Judy (Roger) Erickson of Sauk Centre, Tony Warzecha of St. Rosa, Anna (Roger) Blenker of Melrose, Laura (Dan) Fuchs of St. Rosa, and Randy (Angela) Warzecha of Aracaju, Brazil; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother and sisters, Frank, Jr. (Marcella) Warzecha of St. Wendel, Frances Shea of Foley, Lois (Al) Wolf of Coon Rapids, and Elaine Corrigan of Foley; and sister-in-law, Valeria Butkowski of Pillager.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva “Gerleen” Warzecha on April 26, 2005; parents; daughter, Mary Warzecha; and brothers, Claude Warzecha, Joe (Evelyn) Warzecha, and Vincent Warzecha; brotherin-law, Jim Corrigan; and good friend, Ernie Lindstrom.

Serving as casket bearers were Roger Erickson, Tony Warzecha, Phil Nevin, Dan Fuchs, Roger Blenker, Jr., and Roger Blenker, Sr. Cross bearer was LeeAnna Nevin and scripture bearer was Ellie Fuchs.

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

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Veronica H. Nett, 103, Freeport, died Monday, September 23, 2013. Services ar not set yet.

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Joyce M. Gorka, 66 year old resident of Sobieski, MN passed away Monday, September 16, 2013 at her home in Sobieski, MN, surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Sobieski, MN with Father Jimmy Joseph officiating and Father Leo Moenkedick and Father Dick McGuire concelebrating. Burial took place at St. Edward’s Parish Cemetery in Elmdale, MN. Joyce was born on March 3, 1947 in Flensburg, Minnesota to the late Charles and Edith (Peterson) Goebel. She was united in marriage to John Gorka on October 19, 1963 in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls, Minnesota. Joyce and John resided in Sobieski, Minnesota. She worked at the Elmdale Creamery for several years.

In 1976, John and Joyce together bought the Swanville Locker, where they later started their well known Gorka Catering Service with their famous fried chicken and BBQ turkey. In 1987, they purchased Herbie’s Bar in Sobieski, where they also started their annual Bear Ass

Pig Feed. Joyce was always known for all of the cooking and catering for the many weddings, parties, church bazaars and special gatherings.

She will be missed by many. Joyce will always be remembered as the most caring, loving, wonderful woman in the world, who was never seen without a smile on her face.

Joyce is survived by her husband of 50 years, John Gorka; sons, Dan Gorka of Sobieski, MN; James (Tammy) Gorka of Little Falls, MN; David (Missy) Gorka of Burtrum, MN; and Jason (Cary Blechinger) Gorka of Little Falls, MN; daughter, Donna (Jay Horstman) Lukasavitz of Montrose, MN; siblings, Edwin (Mary Lou) Goebel of Richmond, MN; Eileen Rekowski of St. Cloud, MN; Marcella (Tom) Haeney of St. Cloud, MN; James (Roberta) Goebel of Mahtomedi, MN; LaVerne Schaefer of Little Falls, MN; and Paul Goebel of Otsego, MN; brother-in-law, Jerry Yanta of Little Falls, MN; 8 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren and 1 step great-grandson.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Edith; brother, Fred Goebel; sister, Barbara Yanta; and her best friend and dog, Max. Honorary pallbearers were Wyatt Gorka, Eric Rasmussen, Paige Landers, Heather Rasmussen and Gabriel Mrosla.

Pallbearers were Darrin Gorka, Josh Gorka, Alicia Gorka, Samantha Gorka, Kayla Gorka, and John Russell.

Funeral arrangements were with the Shelley Funeral Chapel in Little Falls, MN.

Isabell “Teenie” L. Wiehoff I s a b e l l “Teenie” L. Wiehoff, age 87 of Melrose, died peacefully Saturday, September 21, 2013 at the CentraCare Pine Haven Nursing Home in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 27 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Ken Thielman concelebrating.

Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery.

Visitation will be 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 Melrose. Sts. Bernard & Elizabeth Council will pray at 4:30 p.m. followed by the American Legion Auxiliary at 6 p.m. and parish prayers at 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Isabell Lorraine “Teenie” Wiehoff was born November 13, 1925 in Milbank, South

Dakota to Alois and Theresa Flock. Teenie married Earl Wiehoff on November 16, 1945 in Gulf Port, Mississippi. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 101, Sts. Bernard & Elizabeth Council, and the Daughters of Isabella Joan of Arc Circle of Melrose.

Survivors include her husband, Earl of Melrose; children, Pam (Bob) Kaufman of Edina, Mark Wiehoff of Arlington, Virginia, Mary (Steven) Flock of Golden Valley, and Jannie (Mike) Kappes of Birch Lake; grandchildren, Nathan (Jess) Zirbes, Katie (Bob) Gruber, Sara Lotte Kaufman, Christopher Flock, and Alex Kappes; and several greatgrandchildren.

Teenie was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Helen (Bud) Matchinsky, Roseanna “Dottie” (Dick) Egkan, Clarice “Kebbie” (Bill) Jordan; brothers, Alois “Bud” (Smokey) Flock, Jerry (Thelma) Flock; and granddaughter, infant Emily Kappes.

Serving as urn bearer will be Sara Lotte Kaufman. Cross bearer will be Katie Gruber and scripture bearer will be Alex Kappes.

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Hometown News • Thursday, September 26, 2013 • Page 5

Deborah “Debbie” Pfeiffer D e b o r a h “Debbie” Pfeiffer, age 61, of Sauk Rapids, MN, formerly of Swanville, MN, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2013, at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, September 26 at 10:30 A.M. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Swanville, MN, with Father Ron Dockendorf officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00-10:00 A.M. on Thursday at the church. Burial will be held at a later date.

Deborah A. Tholen was born February 5, 1952 to Florence (Rocheleau) and the late Neal Tholen. She was born and raised in Little Falls, MN. She graduated from St. Francis School in Little Falls, MN in 1970. She was united in marriage to Bruce Pfeiffer on May 13, 1972 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Little Falls, MN. The couple moved to Minneapolis, MN, until husband, Bruce was drafted into the

United States Army and moved to Texas. The couple then moved to the state of Washington until settling in Swanville, MN. Bruce died on November 8, 2011. Debbie continued living in Swanville, MN until moving to Sauk Rapids, MN in 2012. Debbie worked at Wal-Mart in Little Falls, MN and at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, MN. Debbie cherished her time spent with her grandchildren and children. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo and crocheting.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Kevin (Rebecca) Pfeiffer of Plymouth, MN, Steven (McKenna) Pfeiffer of River Falls, WI, Michelle Pfeiffer of Hopkins, MN; mother, Florence Tholen of Little Falls, MN; siblings, Diane (Rick) Fraser of Fort Ripley, MN, Wendy (Steve) Hennes of Sartell, MN, Cindy (Craig) Kalahar of Little Falls, MN, Michael (Bonnie) Tholen of Little Falls, MN, Rebecca (Tom) Tholen of Stillwater, MN, Jeffrey (Aimee) Tholen of Little Falls, MN; grandchildren, Sophia Pfeiffer, Jocslyn Pfeiffer, Kalie Pfeiffer and Griffin Pfeiffer.

She was preceded in death by her father, Neal “Cotton” Tholen; husband, Bruce Pfeiffer on November 8, 2011 and a sister-inlaw, Sandra Wassell.

Arrangements are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls, MN.

Frank Eugene Sylvester F u n e r a l services celebrating the life of Frank Eugene Sylvester, age 94 of Albany ( f o r m e r l y Oklahoma City) were held Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at the Miller-Carlin Brenny Funeral Home in Albany.

Pastor Frederick Kutter officiated.

Burial will take place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Oklahoma City later this week.

Frank died peacefully with family at his side at the St. Cloud VA Saturday evening.

Frank was born on June 16th 1919 to Theodore and Oral (Ash) Sylvester in Bethel, MN. He was baptized into the Christian faith on July 15, 1919 in Minneapolis and later confirmed on May 31, 1936 in Sioux Valley, MN. He married Erna Will on November 21st 1945. He later married Lorraine Klug on July 17, 1992 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Frank served his country during WWII from 1941-1945 in the U.S. Army Air Corps. His oversea service included service in the European theater and four major battle campaigns. Frank earned the title of Master Sergeant. He also served with the Oklahoma Air National Guard. After his time of service, Frank worked as an Aircraft Mechanic. He worked for the Chickasha Flying Service, Chickasha, OK., Ross Aviation, Fort Still, OK., and the Federal Aviation Administration in Oklahoma City where he eventually retired as a Leadman in 1981.

His hobby was playing the accordion where he played with the Masopust Polka Band for several years entertaining many local nursing homes in Oklahoma and Minnesota.

Frank was a past member and elder of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Oklahoma City, and a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Farming.

Frank is survived by his children Lynda (L.J.) Gleason, Slidell, LA; Theodore (Jewell) Sylvester, Mt. Home, MO.; his step-children Carol Klug, Waite Park; Sandra (Philip) Maus, St. Joseph; Nancy (Andrew) Schmidt, Staples; Tom (Liz) Klug, Haslet, TX.; his daughter-in-law Sandra Sylvester, Oklahoma City; his brother Robert (Betty) Sylvester, Granite Shoals, TX.; his 17 grand and stepgrandchildren and 11 great-and step-greatgrandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents Oral and Theodore Sylvester, his first wife Erna Sylvester, his son Donald Sylvester, his second wife Lorraine Klug-Sylvester, his brother Louis Sylvester, and sister Florence Smith.

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Robert V. Holmen, family patriarch, and lifelong resident of Upsala, MN, peacefully passed on September 19th, 2013, surrounded by family. This grand man rejoins his beloved wife Marlee, his parents Olga and Julius, and siblings Lloyd, Alverna, Don, Alton, and Ardyce. His spirit continues on through his 4 children, 10 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren (and one on the way!)

Bob lived 89 rich years. He was a farmboy, born October 28, 1923; and grew to be a rakishly handsome backwoods huntsman and trapper. He proudly served as a “Tin Can Sailor” in WWII, being present in Tokyo Harbor at the signing of the Peace Treaty. Back home in 1947, he married the love of his life, the stunningly beautiful and intelligent Marilyn O. Lofquist. He was a devoted son, husband, father, uncle, friend, neighbor, businessman, community leader, naturalist, jokester, and storyteller. He was a gutter-of-bear with a teeny pocket knife; an innovating Renaissance man; and a cunning card-player. He was a man of example, true to his word, a student of life. He was a hunting buddy, a traveler, a bird-watcher, a diligent letter-writer and a 70-year-old waterskiier.

All told, he initiated hundreds in the joys of waterskiing on Cedar Lake! He was a great flirt, a hiker-of-mountains, a whisker rub giver, golfer and the best brother-in-law ever.

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a booming and wholehearted laugh; he was a reader of Westerns. He was a 65-year member of American Legion Post 350 and charter member of the Upsala Lions Club. He was a slurper of his soup and mischievous finisher of all the leftover dessert; he ate and drank as he lived--with gusto! He was the heartbroken caretaker of Marlee at the end of her life, offering, at her deathbed, the meal blessing prayer “Come Lord Jesus, be our guest, and let these gifts to us be blessed”.

(So we sent him off with the same one.)

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Many, many family and friends say goodbye to Bob and his exuberant life.

Our lives have been amply blessed by his innumerable gifts to us! His legacy lives on in the flourishing families of: son, Robert W. “Obie” Holmen, wife Lynn; and Karin and fiancé Steve; Greta, Guni, Awashima; and Haldan; son, Michael D. Holmen, wife Kae; and Jillian, Scott, Jack, Henry; Kristoffer, Riley, Carter, Drew, Hayden, Blaise; Joshua and Ashley; daughter, Rebecca J. (Holmen) Helmeke, husband Ron; and Jeremy; Tamara; Kimberly, Ashley, Dylan; and Nicklas; daughter, Susan G. Holmen; sister, Irene B. (Holmen) Peterson; Lofquist sisters-in-law, Carole McDowell, Norma Bolstrom, Verna “Val” Klemish, and Janet York.

A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, September 24th, 2013. Military honors were conducted by the Upsala American Legion Post #350. Services were hosted by Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Upsala with Pastor Trish Jorgenson officiating.

Honorary Pallbearers were Jeremy Nilson, Jillian (Holmen) Nelson, Tamara Nilson, Karin (Holmen) Burke, Kristoffer Holmen, Kimberly (Nilson) Landry, Greta (Holmen) Andzenge, Nicklas Nilson, Joshua Holmen, and Haldan Holmen.

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Legion 313 Swanville donated $1,000 to Eagles Healing Nest Veterans Home in Sauk Centre. This is a place for homeless veterans for board and lodging, to provide healing of wounds, invisible and physical, incurred in service to Mason Hollermann from Burtrum Boosters took Champion with his Dairy our country. It is supported solely with time and donations by local people Steer. Photo submitted. and organizations. Melony with her help including the residents are doing a fantastic service to our area. If you visited the home, you would pour out your heart to help. Let’s all help! Donations, food, and appliances are greatly appreciated. Pictured (from left) Fred Duke, Director Melony Butler, Glenn The 79th Northeast 4-H Livestock ticipant results are: Mason Hollermann, Palm and Ralph Wolbeck. Submitted by Glenn Palm.

Show was held in Brainerd, September Burtrum Boosters: Dairy Steer, Champi14-15. The Northeast 4-H Livestock on; Dylan Hollermann, Burtrum Boostshow plays host to the cream of the crop ers: Dairy Steer, Reserve Champion; livestock in the Northeast region. This Nicholas Hollermann, Burtrum Boostyear 281 youth participated from 17 ers: Commercial Beef Heifer, Blue; counties.

Megan Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters: To participate in the show 4-H’ers Market Beef, Blue; Nicholas Mettler, T h o m a s Tommy was a member of St. Paul’s must have received a blue ribbon at their Burtrum Boosters: Market Swine, Blue; Mackie “Tommy” Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. He enjoyed county fair to be eligible to compete in Samuel Mettler, Burtrum Boosters: Latzka, age 18 of the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. this two-day show. The first day of the Chickens, Blue.

Sauk Centre, died He was a Minnesota Vikings fan who enjoyed show focuses on educational opportuniShowmanship Placings: Dylan Holunexpectedly on working on cars and motorcycles, and ties for youth to participate in relating to lermann, Burtrum Boosters; Mason HolMonday, September competing in demolition derbies. Tommy was the species of animal they are interested lermann, Burtrum Boosters; Nicholas 16, 2013 at his home an animal lover who loved his black labs and in. The second day of the show high- Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters; Megan in Sauk Centre, his cat. His favorite meal was the foot long tuna lights the 4-H’ers and their livestock in Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters; NichoMinnesota. sub at Subway. the species shows. las Mettler, Burtrum Boosters; Samuel A Memorial Survivors include his parents, Alan and Todd County was represented at this Mettler, Burtrum Boosters.

Mass of Christian Marilyn Latzka of Sauk Centre, Kristie Mackie Burial was held of Waterville; brothers and sisters, Jake Latzka, show by 23 4-H Members. Local par-

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at 1 p.m. Friday, September 20 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Greg Paffel officiating.

Inurnment was in Unity Cemetery.

Thomas Mackie Latzka was born March 10, 1995 in Waseca, Minnesota. Tommy graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 2013 and was currently attending Ridgewater College in Willmar. He was working at Meyer Dairy this summer before attending college. Tommy was a wrestling fanatic who wrestled for the Sauk Centre-Melrose Wrestling Team and was going to wrestle for Ridgewater College.

Brandon, Leah, and Emily Petermeier, and Ian Mackie; grandparents, Rose Betow of Sauk Centre, Mary and Vernon Jacobs of Melrose, and Don Kellen of Waterville; and many aunts, uncles, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Martin Betow and Ralph Latzka; and uncle, Ron Betow.

Serving as urn bearer was Roosevelt Austin. Cross bearers were Devan Fischer and Quinten Johnson and scripture bearer was Patrick Knoblach. Honorary bearers were the Sauk Centre-Melrose Wrestling Team.

Dave “Hubby” Blenker A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be held after 5PM Thursday, September 26, 2013 at Paul’s Paradise (the former Blenker Hardware Store) in Albany for Dave “Hubby” Blenker, who died Friday at the Albany Area Hospital.

David was born October 2, 1946 in St. Cloud to William and Valeria (Cremers) Blenker. He grew up and graduated from Albany High School class of 1964 where he played quarterback on the football team. He married Mary Jo Hull on July 28, 1979. He had his only son, Josh, on April 30, 1985. David owned and operated Blenker Hardware in Albany for many years. He later worked in the Paint Dept. at Mills Fleet Farm in St. Cloud and bar tended at the Press Bar and Parlor in St.

Cloud. He was President of the Albany Golf Club where he was an avid golfer. Dave was also a great fan of all sports. He was a diehard Oakland Raiders fan.

David is survived by his mother of Albany; his son, Josh Blenker of Saint Augusta; sisters, Jean (Earl) Pundsack of Albany, Diane (Loren) Schiffler of Avon; brother in law, Gary Andvik of Albany and many nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by his father; wife, Mary Jo and sister, Carol Andvik.

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Hometown News • Thursday, September 26, 2013 • Page 7

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, I have $400 in debt on a credit card, and I haven’t made a payment on it in about two years. The debt has been sold several times, and now the amount they’re asking for is over $1,000.

I’d like to work something out, but how do I know the collection company that is calling me now is legitimate?

-Lorenzo Dear Lorenzo, It’s normal for a debt this old to have been sold a few times. My guess is the company that’s calling you is legit, and they probably bought the debt for pennies on the dollar.

Whatever you do, don’t set up a payment arrangement. They’re asking for over $1,000 because they’ve added stuff like late charges and interest. Let’s go back to the original amount of $400 and see if they’ll accept a one-time, cash payment to settle things. Make sure you get it in writing if they accept and don’t give them a dime until after you get the written agreement. Then, once you have the agreement, send them $400.

Do not, under any circumstances, give them electronic access to your checking account.

You’ve waited a long time to take care of this, and in the process you’ve made things more difficult. I’m glad you’ve decided to clean up your mess, though. Late is better than never, Lorenzo. Just remember, you’re still responsible for debts you incur—even if the company you originally borrowed from has sold it to someone else!

-Dave

(Cut the health insurance?)

Word count: 253 Dear Dave, Is it ever okay to stop paying or drop health insurance altogether in order to pay off debt?

-Shauna Dear Shauna, No! The No. 1 cause of bankruptcy in America today is medical bills, and credit card debt is a close second. That doesn’t mean medical bills only of the uninsured.

It also includes money from co-payments, deductibles and the fact that people didn’t have any savings. One accident or unexpected event can leave you with thousands of dollars in medical bills, and that’s even with a good health insurance policy.

I don’t want anyone walking around without health insurance. But I’m not talking about the Affordable Care Act and all the other mandated crap the government is trying to shove down our throats. I’m talking about a solid health insurance plan along with having some money saved. Do this first thenyou can have all the philosophical discussions you want about whether or not you’re supposed to pay for someone else’s healthcare and upkeep.

At the end of the day, it’s absolutely vital that you have your own health insurance. I hope I haven’t been unclear on this topic!

-Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership.

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CentraCare Health flu vaccine clinics

CentraCare Health patients of all ages are encouraged to get the flu vaccine (flu shot or flu mist) during one of several planned flu vaccine clinics in our area.

Local patients are encouraged to contact their primary clinic at the numbers listed below to schedule an appointment for their flu shot.

CentraCare Health-Sauk Centre, 433 Elm Street North, Sauk Centre. Call 320-

352-6591, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Oct. 10, 17.

CentraCare Health-Melrose, 525 Main St. West, Melrose. Call 320-2564228, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 30, Oct. 25.

CentraCare Health-Long Prairie, 20 Ninth St. SE, Long Prairie. Call 320-7322131, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 10 and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 24.

Flu vaccine clinic dates and times also are listed on www.centracare.com.

By Lori Naumann, DNR Nongame Wildlife Program Information Officer Q: With nesting season over, what is the best method for cleaning out a bluebird house?

A: After birds are finished using the box remove all of the nesting material.

If the box has a door, open it and leave

it opened until spring. This way, rodents won’t chew on the door or the entrance hole to try to get in. If the box is soiled, spray a 10 percent bleach solution inside, wipe it out and let it dry. This should remove parasites and disinfect the box so it is ready for next year.

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8 years of recycling

Submitted by Harry Grammond The Grey Eagle Senior Center has completed its 8th year of recycling aluminum cans. $523 was raised in the past year bringing the total for 8 years to $5,817.

Some interesting tidbits are that this amounts to 10,679 pounds of cans and approximately 352,407 cans give or take a few cans.

We appreciate all of those who deposit cans at the rear of the Senior Center.

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Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Community Ed. Fall is a great time to try something new. Perhaps this would be a new craft, recipe, recreational activity or a health and safety class. Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Community Education offers a wide variety of activities for students of all ages.

You can get all of the details and register for the classes by visiting www.lpge.org then clicking on the Online Store button on the left side.

Upcoming Classes Include: New to Medicare: Monday, September 30. This class is for individuals new to Medicare or needing a refresher. You will learn what each of the Medicare parts are and what they will cover.

Easy Ruffled Scarf Making: Tuesday, October 1. Learn to make the ruffled scarves you see in all the craft and ladies stores! It is easy and quick and makes the perfect gift.

Self-Defense: Tuesdays beginning Oct. 1-Dec. 10 for all ages. Ex-Belgian pro in kick boxing, Savate, Thai and full contact, will be taught this course in self defense and flexibility training.

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ate your own unique and beautiful jewelry using fused glass techniques. Cutting glass to form designs and then firing them in a kiln produces great, one-of-a-kind pieces every time!

Make and Take Casseroles: October 22. Spend an evening with friends in the kitchen preparing something you can really use! By the end of the evening, you will take home 6 different four serving casseroles to use when you are in a hurry.

Medicare Part D: Senior Linkage Line will be available to help with questions and comparisons for Part D. Appointments are available on Monday, October 28. Call 320-285-2563 for your appointment.

Make and Take Soups: November 12.

As the weather gets cooler, why not warm up with a hearty bowl of soup? Join your friends in preparing delicious soups to divide into take home portions.

Fill, Spill and Thrill: November 12.

Do you need something eye catching by your front door for the holidays? In this class you will bring a container or two and a variety of natural items to share and learn to create your own unique arrangement.

Mittens from Recycled Sweaters: November 19. Old wool sweaters make beautiful mittens…sometimes the uglier the sweater, the more beautiful the mittens.

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Morrison County Republicans are extending an invitation to central Minnesotans to join them for a special “Meet the Candidates” reception at LeBlanc’s Rice Creek Hunting and Recreation Center near Little Falls on Friday, October 4th from 4 p.m.-6:30 p.m. All Republican candidates that are seeking the offices of Governor, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Representative in Congressional District 8 have been invited to attend the event to introduce themselves and meet with area residents.

Confirmed special guests are candidates for Governor former House Speaker Kurt Zellers and State Senator Dave Thompson; candidate for U.S. Senate State Representative Jim Abeler; and candidate for U.S. Congressman Stewart Mills. Morrison County legislators State Senator Paul Gazelka and State Representative Ron Kresha will also be attendance.

Gamebird hor d’oeuvres (pheasant and duck) will be available. There will be a homemade-pie auction conducted for dessert. Families are invited.

Details of what will be offered and a current list of attendees can be found on the Morrison County Republican website at www. morrisongop.com or on our Twitter and Face-

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“We hope central Minnesotans will take this opportunity to meet with candidates who have announced their candidacy for statewide offices, as well as our local legislators,” said Mandy Heffron, Chairwoman of Morrison County Republicans. “We’re pleased to have several candidates attending and we look forward to seeing you at the event.”

Those who plan to attend are asked to RSVP by October 1 to Chairwoman Mandy Heffron at morrisongop@gmail.com or Treasurer Perry Nouis at perry.nouis@gmail.com.

Those who wish to come out early and do some hunting or clay shooting at Rice Creek are encouraged do so.

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Senior Dining Menus: Sept. 30 - Oct. 4 Swanville Sr. High Student of the Month Amanda Rief- in eighth grade and has continued since.

Albany rice/lettuce/tomato/onions/refried beans, fer has been cho- She was inducted into the National HonMON., SEPT. 30: Liver & onions or hamburger patty, gravy, whipped potatoes, mixed veggies, pineapple tidbits.

TUE., OCT. 1: Roast beef, green beans, carrots, chocolate chip cookie.

WED., OCT. 2: Oriental chow mein/rice/vegetables, mandarin oranges, chocolate mousse pie.

THUR., OCT. 3: Sloppy Joe, bun, potato wedges, broccoli/cheese sauce, applesauce.

FRI., OCT. 4: Mushroom/onion pork chop, baked potato/sour cream stewed tomatoes, dinner roll, peach cobbler. ~ The Lighter Side Menu ~ MON., SEPT. 30: Ham/broccoli pasta toss, garden salad, pineapple tidbits.

TUE., OCT. 1: Baked potato w/ chili/cheese, Italian lettuce salad, dinner roll, chocolate chip cookie.

WED., OCT. 2: Beef enchilada w/

mandarin oranges, chocolate mousse pie.

THUR., OCT. 3: Oriental chicken salad , fruit, dinner roll, applesauce.

FRI., OCT. 4: Broccoli cheese quiche, tri tator patty, muffin, fruit, peach cobbler. * Bread and skim milk served with each meal.

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TUE., OCT. 1: Baked fish, potato casserole, steamed broccoli, lemon fluff.

WED., OCT. 2: Chili, applesauce, corn bread, ice cream.

THUR., OCT. 3: Hot beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, baked squash, fruit cobbler.

FRI., SEPT. OCT. 4: BBQ riblet, potatoes, creamed corn, fruit. * Bread and skim milk served with each meal.

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Local Municipality Minutes Upsala City September 3, 2013 These are unapproved minutes.

Members present: Mayor Rollie Johnson, Dennis Westrich, Joan Olson, Brian Lange and Robert Maciej. Staff present: Clerk/Treasurer Adrian Welle, Public Works Frank Koopmeiners.

The City Council meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Rollie Johnson.

Motion made by Council Member Brian Lange and seconded

by Council Member Robert Maciej to accept the minutes from the August 5, 2013 Regular Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion made by Council Member Robert Maciej and seconded by Council Member Brian Lange to accept the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.

Guests and Presentations: Department Reports: Maintenance Report, Frank Koopmeiners): Water Usage was up for the month 7517 gallons per day. Sewer was down 1.55 hour.

• Frank informed the council

that they have finished jetting the sewer lines.

• Discussion was held on moving the Slow, Children at play sign, it was decided to leave it where it is as it is for the park.

Fire Department Report, Lange: Minutes were presented to the council.

Planning Commission, Lange: Did not Meet.

UCDC, Olson: Did not Meet.

Recreation Board, Johnson: Minutes were presented to the council.

• Mayor Johnson updated the council on the organization of switches at the Rec building to make turning lights on/off more efficient • Motion was made by Council Member Brian Lange and seconded

by Council Member Joan Olson to award the bid amount of $21,711.71 to Duke Lange to apply steel roofing to repair the roof at the Rec Building to be paid for using the Money market account. Motion carried unanimously Unfinished Business: City Clerk Adrian Welle informed the council that he has contacted Sen-

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tence to Serve to paint curbs, crosswalks and Parking lines at the Community Center and they would be here as soon as they have a crew available.

City Clerk Adrian Welle informed the council that the city would not be able to use the heater and AC unit that was left from the old café.

City Clerk Adrian Welle informed the council the new sewer manhole has been ordered.

New Business: Discussion was held on when to hold a Public Works meeting with the full council. City Clerk was given the dates of September 17, 18, 19 and 24 to work with.

Motion made by councilmember Robert Maciej and seconded by councilmember Brian Lange to approve the preliminary levy at General $153,000 and Fire at $3,000 for 2014 an increase of 0%. Motion carried unanimously.

Set a Closed meeting date of November 4, 2013 at 6:00pm for City Staff annual reviews.

Set a Budget meeting to immediately follow the Public Works meeting.

Motion made by councilmember Brian Lange and seconded by councilmember Robert Maciej to join MnWarn. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion made by councilmember Brian Lange and seconded by councilmember Robert Maciej to grant request from City Clerk Adrian Welle to take a week vacation from September 9-13 Motion carried unanimously.

Financial Report: Motion made by Robert Maciej and seconded by Joan Olson to approve the bills in the amount of $23,833.65 as presented by Treasurer Adrian Welle. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion made by Brian Lange and seconded by Dennis Westrich to approve renewal of a $200,000 CD at a rate of .65% per year at Stearns bank as presented by Treasurer Adrian Welle. Motion carried unanimously.

Reminder to residents and council that the next Regular scheduled council meeting will be October 7, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Meeting was adjourned at 8:36 p.m.

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sen as the grades 10-12 Student of the Month for September. She is a senior and the daughter of Gail and Joel Rieffer.

“Amanda Rieffer is an excellent student who always gets her work in on time and learns hard concepts in math with ease,” states Margaret Petersen, Math teacher. She adds, “I have had the privilege of having Amanda Rieffer in math class for the past three years.

She is very active in the school and can be counted on to do the right thing. Amanda has taken several of the college classes and has taken the challenge of hard classes with ease. Amanda is one of those students who make our school a better place and can do multiple activities at the same time. Amanda could be student of the month any month of the school year.”

Amanda enjoys dance, music, and going to Friday night football games with friends. Her future plans are to attend a four-year college with a major in science or language. Amanda is very active in extra-curriculars having participated in Volleyball, Student Council, Theatre and Concert Band since seventh grade. She is currently a co-captain of the Volleyball Team. She began participating in track

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or Society last year as a junior. She is the current student body President. Amanda’s other honors include being a student of the month three times previously and a four time Athlete of the Month. She is also in Just for Kix and Girl Scouts outside of school. Her advice to other student is that “High School years go by so fast, have as much fun as you can and make memories.”

Char Bzdok, Science teacher comments “I have worked with Amanda for the past several years in many different science courses as well as being her volleyball coach. Amanda is an amazing young woman! Besides being a leader on the volleyball court, Amanda displays a very high level of academic achievement in my science courses. I have found with working with her that she is one of those students that strives to do her best and goes above and beyond with everything she attempts! She is a very ethical young woman who has compassion for her peers and our community. Amanda is very deserving of this award!

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Stearns History Museum joins Smithsonian Swanville Jr. High Student of the Month S w a n v i l l e with family and friends. Her future plans Magazine’s Ninth Annual Museum Day Live!

High School are to attend college for photography and The Stearns History Museum will open its doors free of charge on Saturday September 28, 2013, as part of Smithsonian magazine’s ninth annual Museum Day Live! A nationwide event, Museum Day Live! offers free admission to visitors presenting a Museum Day Live! ticket at a participating museum or cultural institution.

Inclusive by design, the event represents Smithsonian’s commitment to make learning and the spread of knowledge accessible to everyone, giving museums across all 50 states the opportunity to emulate the admission policy of

the Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C. Last year’s event drew over 400,000 participants, and this year’s event expects record-high participation.

The Museum Day Live! ticket will be available to download at Smithsonian. com/museumday. Visitors who present the Museum Day Live! ticket will gain free entrance for two at participating venues for one day only. One ticket is permitted per household, per email address.

For more information about Museum Day Live! 2013 and a list of participating museums and cultural institutions, please visitSmithsonian.com/museumday.

Youth 15 and younger no longer need free small game license

With many small game seasons open and pheasant season soon to open, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding hunters that youth age 15 or younger no longer need a free license to hunt small game.

In recent years, youth age 15 and under were able to hunt for free but were required to have a complimentary license in their possession.

“This hunting season it’s very simple for kids 15 and younger,” said Jay Johnson, DNR hunting recruitment and retention supervisor. “They can hunt grouse,

squirrels, ducks, pheasant and rabbits without any license or stamps.”

Johnson said youth hunters still need to comply with firearms safety certification and other requirements. Free and reduced price licenses are one of the tools the DNR is using to encourage youth to experience and continue hunting, he said.

Youth 13 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Grouse season opened Saturday, Sept. 14. Waterfowl season opened Saturday, Sept. 21. Pheasant season opens Saturday, Oct. 12.

is proud to announce freshman Kiley Loven as the grade seven through nine Student of the Month for September. Kiley is the daughter of John and Tanya Loven. Kiley stays active in school by participating in a range of activities.

She has participated in Volleyball since seventh grade. She was a member of the Junior High Girls Basketball program and plans to play for the Lady Bulldogs this winter. She also plays softball, participating since eighth grade with plans to go out again this spring. She has been in the band since fifth grade. Her advice to other students is to “Strive to do your best at everything.”

Outside of school Kiley sings in her church choir, participates in youth group and plays JO Volleyball. When she is not busy with all these activities. Kiley enjoys sports of all kinds, four wheeling and going shopping. She enjoys spending time

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On Friday evening, 8-24-2013, at approximately 9:44 p.m., the MN State Patrol and the Todd County Sheriff’s Office were called to the scene of a pedestrian that had been struck by a motor vehicle on Hwy. 71, just north of the Stearns, Todd County line.

Eric J. Raisanen, (40 YOA) had been a passenger on a motorcycle that was northbound on Hwy. 71 when he fell off the motorcycle in the northbound lane. Another northbound vehicle then struck Raisanen.

The vehicle that struck Raisanen then fled from the scene.

There have been some leads in the case that have been investigated and unsubstantiated to this point.

The Todd County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol are urging anyone with information to contact either agency.

The Todd County Sheriff’s Office can be contacted toll free at (800) 794-5733. The number for the State Patrol is 320-223-6666.

Any tips on this accident can also be reported to Crimestoppers at (800) 222-8477.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted by text at Crimes (274637). Begin with TIP674.

children at Albany’s Mercy Manor. Fishing historian and storyteller Ray Tuholsky entertains audiences with his knowledge of Minnesota, fishing and history and how they relate to each other. He is an expert maker of replica classic fishing lures, and enthusiastic about getting young people involved in fishing.

Upsala Library • 320-573-4282 Author Cynthia Ruchti to speak: on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 6:30-8:00 p.m. for teens and adults. Ruchti is an author of inspirational fiction and non-fiction books including “When The Morning Glory Blooms,” “They Almost Always Come Home,” and her most recent release, “Ragged Hope.” For 33 years she wrote and produced “The Heartbeat Of The Home,” a radio drama broadcast on Christian stations nationwide. She is a former president of the American Christian Fiction Writers organization.

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Tools, full set of shiny brass sleigh bells, rakes, shovels, small live trap, electric leaf blower, ice auger, smaller tools, life jackets, fish nets, snow sleds, various sizes of boards, hand seeders, antiques of many kinds - such as green jars, milk cans, etc., tires, 7.0 amp Hammerdrill, 5.2 drill/driver. Firewood.

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Tom Bzdok Social Studies teacher states, “Kiley is a very friendly young lady who comes into class everyday with a smile on her face and a positive attitude.

Kiley is well liked by everyone because she is kind and friendly to everyone she meets. She sets high academic standards for herself and works hard to achieve them. She is a very mature young lady who never complains, or makes excuses when things do not go as planned. Kiley is the type of student who will make the right decisions in life, and is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face. Congratulations Kiley!”

Char Bzdok, Science teacher goes on to add, “I have had the pleasure of getting to know Kiley the past couple years from coaching and teaching her. In this time, Kiley has displayed many positive attributes! Not only does she have a fun-loving personality, she is a very compassionate young woman. In my classroom, Kiley is a very hard worker and displays very high academic skills. On the volleyball court and the softball field, she is a leader and a very good role model to her peers! Kiley is very deserving of this award!”

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