Hometown News Dec. 31, 2015

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Harvey Mackay Page 2Obituaries: Borgerding, Soltis, Meagher, Krantz, Pages 4-5 Kroll, MooreDave Says Page 9Local Municipality Minutes 0 Grey Eagle City

Photo by Judy VanHeel.

Thursday, December 31, 2015 FREE Publication

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4:30 PM DAILY DINNER SPECIALS

Mon-Thurs: 3 pm-1 am • Fri-Sun: 10 am-1am

Monday: 1/2 Price AppetizersTuesday: Steak, Baked & Coleslaw $6.25Wednesday: All You Can Eat Crab Legs $18 Wings: 10 for $5, or 20 for $9.50Thursday: Chicken & Rib Dinner $10Friday: Prime Rib • All You Can Eat Fish & Shrimp Saturday: Prime Rib • Chef Special Sunday: Brunch 10-1 p.m. • Black ‘n’ Bleu Prime Rib

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Jan. 1-2: Closed

Reg. Hours:Mon.-Fri.:

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Jesus,

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From all of us to you,Happy New Year!

Freeport State Bank will be CLOSED

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• Hometown News • Thursday, December 31, 2015

Upcoming Events

If you have an upcoming event or meeting, please let us know by email: [email protected] or call 320-285-2323.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4 • American Red Cross Blood Drive from 1-7 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 • Race On Trace, Grey Eagle.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall. • Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

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

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

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

FOOD DISTRIBUTION • Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution first

Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre.

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

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

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

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

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

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

• Meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at Titus-2

Ministry Center, Alexandria.SUNSHINE CLUB

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Weekend WeatherSaturday Sunday

Sunny. High: 25 Low: 9

Sunny. High: 26 Low: 10

Temperatures Date High Low 12/22 32 25 12/23 32 21 12/24 21 14 12/25 28 19 12/26 27 18 12/27 14 -2 12/28 21 -2

Friday

Mostly sunny. High: 22 Low: 12

·Dig your well before you’re thirsty, and build your bridges before you’re left high and dry.

·Competition is a lot like cod liver oil. First it makes you sick. Then it makes you better.

·You won’t stumble if you put your best foot forward.

·Effort is what makes the impossible possible, the possible likely and the likely definite.

·There are two kinds of people in the world: those who come into a room and say, “Here I am!” And those who come in and say, “Ah, there you are!”

·One thing you can give and still keep is your word.

·The bigger the wheel you are, the more traction you can get - and give.

·Finding good players is easy. Getting them to play as a team is another story.

·For those with vision, the high road affords more than just better views.

·You must have a sense of what your time is worth for others to value it.

·Even if you’re not interviewing for a sales job, your interview must be a great sales job.

·A student of life always does the homework.

·There’s no traffic jam on the extra mile.

·Information does not become power until it is used.

·The will to succeed is preceded by the will to prepare.

·Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do.

Attitude determines how well you do it.

·Great entrepreneurs know the score: Do-it-yourself never means do-it alone.

·If you can’t win, make the person ahead of you break the record.

A word to the wise is sufficient -By Harvey MackayThe moral of

the story is that you are supposed to learn a lesson. It has always been my goal in this weekly column not just to give business and life advice, but also to make it easy to remember and put into practice.

That’s why I end every column with “Mackay’s Moral,” which readers frequently tell me is the best part. Here are some of my favorites.

·Without the right sales skills, something terrible happens … nothing.

·They used to say what you see is what you get. In truth, what you think is what you get.

·If you reach for the stars, at least you’ll get off the ground.

·If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.

·Often the smartest thing you can do in a negotiation is keep your mouth shut.

·Going the extra yard always leads to crossing the goal line.

·If you don’t look ahead, you’ll always be behind.

·The best job is one you’d do even if you didn’t need the money.

·The “Breakfast of Champions” is not cereal, it’s competition.

·Failure is not falling down but staying down.

·A salesperson tells, a good salesperson explains and a great salesperson demonstrates.

·There are really no mistakes in life - there are only lessons.

·They can’t hire you if they don’t know who you are.

·What sets you apart is what gets you ahead.

·If you want your words to work for you, work for your words.

·There are lots of ways to be a failure, but never taking a chance is the most successful.

·It’s not about what you can do; it’s about what you will do.

·Enforce the Golden Rule or your business will be tarnished.

·You’ll never make a killing at the table if you don’t even insist on a seat.

·When you volunteer, you always earn back more than you pay in.

·Plenty of people are willing to beat you; don’t beat yourself.

·Every accomplishment begins with the decision to try.

·If you can’t please everyone, please someone.

·A foot in the door is worth two on the desk.

·Cream doesn’t rise to the top - it works its way up.

·You aren’t finished when you are defeated; you are finished when you quit.

·If I had to name the single characteristic shared by all the truly successful people I’ve met over a lifetime, I’d say it is the ability to create and nurture a network of contacts.

Mackay’s Moral: Ambrose Bierce defines aphorisms as “predigested wisdom.” Bon appetit.

Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller “Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” “We Got Fired!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us,” “The Mackay MBA of Selling in the Real World,” and “Use Your Head To Get Your Foot In The Door.”

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Paul & Kathy’s Supermarket

Bob & Frans Supermarket

Swanville • 320-547-2311Mon.-Fri. 7:30 am-8 pm; Sat. 7:30 am-6:30 pm; Sun. 8 am-12:30 pm

PRODUCE SPECIALS

Green Peppers 99¢

Dole Salad12 oz. bag

$1.29Sweet Onions 69¢ lb. bulk

Red Potatoes 5 lb. $1.59

Braeburn Apples 3 lb. $2.49

Whole Mushrooms

$1.49

John Morrell Franks

12 oz. 5/$5.00Sea Mazz

Shrimp Ring 10 oz. $5.99

LaChoy Chop Suey or

Mixed Vegetables 14 oz. $1.75

Jolly Time Popcorn

9-10 oz. Box $1.99

Hunt’s Tomatoes 10-14.5 oz. Can

3/$5.00

Joan of Arc Beans

15 oz. 3/$4.00

Hunt’s Spaghetti Sauce

24 oz. $1.29

Hunt’s Manwich 15 oz. 3/$4.00

Ortego Sauce 16 oz. $2.59 Kemp’s

Ice Cream 56 oz. $3.99

Ortega Salsa 16 oz. $2.49

Creamette Products

10-16 oz. $1.75

Hidden Valley Dressing

16 oz. $2.99

Tombstone Pizza

3/$11.00

Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce

18 oz. $1.88

Hunt’s Ketchup

24 oz. $1.49

Kellogg’s Krave $2.99

20 lbs. or More Lean Ground Beef

$2.99 lb. Bulk. Please preorder by calling ahead.

Hawaian Punch 128 oz. $2.75

Hot Meat deals!

New Year’s Eve: Closing at 5 PM New Year’s Day: Closed

Crystal Farms Cheese

8 oz. 2/$5.00

WED., JAN 6 PRICE SHOCKER

Tombstone PIZZA

$2.99 ea.

LaChoy Bean Sprouts 14 oz. $1.29

Ortego Taco Shells 18 ct. $2.49

LaChoy Chow Mein Noodles 12 oz. $1.89

LaChoy Soy Sauce Sweet & Sour,

or Teriyaki 10 oz. $1.99

LaChoy Chow Mein Bi-pack

42 oz. $3.88

Happy New Year!From Jill & DebStyle ‘n Go

320-285-7780Grey Eagle

Letter to the EditorTo submit a Letter to the Editor, email to [email protected]

A Fifth Letter to AmericaBy Manuel Ybarra, Jr.

The recent Islamic Terrorist attack in California brought out the usual re-action from American politicians and others. Some immediately blamed guns and suggested more gun laws, ignoring the fact that it is ungodly humans who pull the trigger.

When the perpetrators turned out to be Islamic, the question they wanted answered was, how did they get radi-calized? Like if they didn’t know!

Historians tell us that Prophet Mo-hammed respected both the Jewish and the Christians and that he told his fol-lowers to leave them alone (don’t try to convert them), because they already knew God. So obviously, He believed in the Living God, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Israel).

However, later things changed, so that now, The Koran (Qur’an), contains such things as, “Kill them [the infidels, namely Christians and Jews] wherever you may come upon them, and seize them, and confine them, and lie in wait for them at every conceivable place.”-Sura 9:5

So the Prophet’s love of the Liv-ing God has now been turned into ha-tred against God’s Chosen People, the Jews and Christians, and the rest of the world. Now the Muslim Brotherhood says, “Our mission: world domination.” Some Muslim slogans are, “Death to America,” “Kill the Jews,” “Kill the Unbelievers.”

Yes America. Islam is serious when they say, “death to America.” To them it is death to everyone who doesn’t fol-

low their God. That is not exactly what the Living God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob commanded. His commandments were, “Thou shall not kill,” and “Love thy neighbor.”

Sadly, God’s plan for salvation, through the forgiveness of Man’s sin, by the shedding of His precious Son’s blood, has been rejected by Islam. In-stead, they tell their followers the path to Heaven is by killing those who do not believe in Allah, and that by doing so, 70 family members will win en-trance to Heaven too. And some ask for a motive!

Lest we forget, America too has re-jected God and His Word (Jesus Christ our Lord).

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Open 7 Days a Week - Mon.-Sat. 8-6; Sun. 9-2

Happy New Year!


ObituariesMargaret I. “Margie” Borgerding

M a r g a r e t I. “Margie” Borgerding, age 83 of Freeport, died peacefully, s u r r o u n d e d by her family on Monday, December 21, 2015 at her home in Freeport, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held December 24 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Daniel Walz officiating. Entombment followed in the parish cemetery.

Margaret Isabelle Zierden was born November 9, 1932 in New Munich, Minnesota to Mathias and Mary (Wehsler) Zierden. She attended the catholic school in New Munich through the eighth grade. On February 9, 1954 she was united in marriage to Alcuin Borgerding at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Munich. Margie worked as a cook at the Freeport Community Center but most of her time was spent raising her family on the farm a mile and a half southwest of Freeport.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport and the Christian Mothers. Margie enjoyed playing cards, working word puzzles, reading, knitting, gardening, and one

arm bandits. She was a caring wife and mother, devoted grandmother and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her husband, Alcuin Borgerding of Freeport; children, Chuck (Gail) Borgerding of New Munich, Kathy (Virgil) Lahr of Paynesville, Cheryl (Jim) Thelen of St. Martin, Jane (Dan) Schleicher of New Munich, Brian (Kathy) Borgerding of Sauk Centre, and Corey (Holly) Borgerding of Freeport; 28 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and nine step great-grandchildren; and sister, Sister Geraldine Zierden, O.S.B.

Margie was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Borgerding; grandchildren, Robin Borgerding, Kimberly Lieser, and Joseph Lieser; great-grandchildren, Isaac Lieser and Parker Thelen; brothers and sisters, Thresa Rademacher, Hubert Zierden, Jerome Zierden, Arthur Zierden, Dolores Dierkhising, Edmund Zierden, Lucille Fischbach, Valerian Zierden, Rose Mary Janke, and infant brother, Mathew Zierden.

Serving as casket bearers were Ron Borgerding, Josh Lieser, Michael Thelen, Shawn Borgerding, Conrad Borgerding, and Faith Borgerding. Cross bearer was Susie Wiley and scripture bearer was Kevin Zierden. Honorary bearers were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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

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320-845-2168Kitchen Restaurant Hours:

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Help Wanted!Cooks, Wait staff, Bartenders

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Robert George SoltisS e r v i c e s

celebrating the life of Robert “Bob” Soltis, age 75, of Upsala, were held Monday, December 28, 2015 at the C o m m u n i t y Country Church in Holdingford. Pastor Gregg V a l e n t i n e officiated and burial followed in

the South Elmdale Cemetery. Robert died suddenly at Mother of Mercy Campus of Care in Albany on December 22, 2015.

Robert was born on February 13, 1940 to Harry and Helen (George) Soltis in Holdingford and was raised alongside 12 siblings. He enjoyed a childhood full of family and activities, such as the “South Elmdale Bushwhackers,” the neighborhood baseball team. Bob was a talented athlete and was recognized with All-Conference Honors in all four sports: football, basketball, baseball, and track. He was one of the first players to be chosen for the All State Football Team in 1957. After graduating from Upsala High School, Bob continued on to college before returning to the family farm after his father’s death to help on the farm and with his siblings. On April 28, 1978, he married Bonnie Czech at St. Hedwig’s Catholic Church in Holdingford and their union welcomed two daughters. Bob was a direct man with a dry sense of humor who often said, “if you think it, you might as well say it.” He lived his life not worrying about tomorrow because it hadn’t come yet and not dwelling on the past as it’s done and you just move on. Bob was a caring and generous man who would give the shirt off his back. He was an Iron Worker for over 37 years until his retirement in 1995; after which

he could be found doing odds and ends. Over the last seven years, he’s dealt with many injuries but always bounced back. He never complained about pain and his granddaughter Nevaeh, who was Pump-Pumpa’s pride and joy, brightened his days. Bob was recently inducted, in 2014, in the Upsala High School Athletic Hall of Fame. He like spending time in his garage, which he called his office, and enjoyed visiting with neighbors. Bob liked to kid with his mother-in-law that “there are only 2 people in the world: me and the Lord; and once in awhile I give him the day off.” He was looking forward to returning to his home, but his family is comforted that he is now home with God.

Robert is survived by his wife of 37 years, Bonnie Soltis, Upsala; his daughter Tina (Larry Hodge) Soltis-Hodge, Waite Park; his granddaughter Nevaeh Hodge, Waite Park; and a granddaughter on the way; his siblings David (Jean) Soltis, St. Francis; Mary Lou Suchy, Brooklyn Center; John Soltis, Upsala; James “Sam” Soltis, Leonard; Ralph Soltis, Bruno; Pat (Rick) Erlandson, Maple Grove; Marvin “Butch” (Tera) Soltis, WI; Kathy Johnson, FL; Arlene (Darrell) Larsen, Royalton; Chuck (Shirley) Soltis, Royalton; Harold “Gopher” (Bonnie) Soltis, Rice; many nieces and nephews; as well as many other family and friends.

He is greeted in Heaven by his daughter Terri Soltis, who passed away July 31, 1999, his parents Harry and Helen Soltis, his brother Duane “Dewey” Soltis, his parents-in-law Ted and Irene Czech, and his brother-in-law Roger Suchy.

Arrangements were made with Miller-Carlin Funeral Home of Holdingford.

Corner Pub & GrillFreeport, MN • 320-836-2120

Saturday, Jan. 2BAR BINGO IS BACK!

1:30 PM Start

Saturday, Jan. 2FREE POKER RUN

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NEW YEAR’S EVE

OPEN NEW YEAR’S DAY at NOON.

Dinner Specials Serving 4:00-9:00 PM• 8 oz. Top Sirloin $8.99• 6 Butterfly Shrimp $8.75• 8 oz. Top Sirloin & 3 Butterfly Shrimp $10.99 All dinners come with Soup & Salad Bar, and Choice of Potato.

FREE JUKE BOX starting at 9 PM

Open at 2 pm

Mon-Fri; Noon

on Sat.Happy New Year!We hope to see you real soon.

ALL STARSSPORTS BAR & GRILL

St. Rosa • 320-836-2154

Busch Light 24 pk. cans $14.75 + tax

Stop In For All Your Off Sale needs!

Peter Vella Box Wine $12.00 + tax

or Bottle $5.50 + tax

Holiday Wine Special

Drink of the Month: Stella Artois Beer $3.00/BottleCall Us For Your Holiday Catering Needs!

Sat., Jan. 2DJ

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Happy New Year!

Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!

CHICKEN & RIBSWith Complimentary Glass of Wine

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Back Room Available For Parties! Open New Year’s Day

Linda B’sSt. Rosa • 836-2152SATURDAY • 5-10 PM

8 oz. SIRLOIN & JUMBO SHRIMPPRIME RIB

PAN FRIED WALLEYE

Mon., Jan. 11 at 6 PMLINE DANCING

Jeffrey S. MeagherJeffrey S.

Meagher, 52 year old resident of St. Cloud, MN, formerly of Burtrum, MN, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2015 at St. Cloud Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at

11 AM Thursday, December 31, 2015 at Shelley Funeral Chapel in Little Falls, MN with a visitation one hour prior to the service.

Herb KrantzHerb Krantz, 71, Engelwood FL,

formerly from Spring Hill, MN, died 12-12-2015 with his family at his side after a long battle with cancer.

Elmdale’s Watering Hole Saloon

NEW YEAR’S EVE 9 PM-1 AM

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320-573-9240Happy Hour: Mon.-Fri. 4-7 PM

HOURS: Mon. - Sat.: 11 AM - 1 AM • Sun.: Noon - 1 AM

Saturday, Jan. 2 • 9 PM-1 AMDJ BULLET BOB

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Monday-Thursday: 1 PM-10 PMFri.-Sat.: Noon-12 AM; Sun.: Closed


Best Wishes to You & Your

Family this Holiday Season!

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Contact Lee Buchholz320-815-0125

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24/72016 BRUNCH BUFFET • Friday, Jan. 1

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MONDAYTaco Bar $5.75 or Irish Italian

Spaghetti $7.95TUESDAY BURGER

NIGHT $1.50$5 WEDNESDAYBaskets, Wings,

Nachos or Quesadillas

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Noon Lunch SpecialsThurs., Dec. 31: BBQ RibsFri., Jan. 1: Hot Beef SandwichSat., Jan. 2: Chopped Sirloin Steak Sand.Sun., Jan. 3: Bar & Kitchen Opens at Noon; 12-3 PM Sunny Side Up BurgerMon., Jan. 4: Potato PancakesTues., Jan. 5: Pork Loin DinnerWed., Jan. 6: Liver or $5 Baskets Thurs., Jan. 7: BBQ Ribs

FRIDAY • 5-9 PMChef’s Choice Steak......... Market PriceTeriyaki Chicken over Rice Pilaf.... $9.95Deep Fried or Broiled Cod........... $9.95Broiled Shrimp or Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo............. $10.95

SATURDAY • 5-9 PMPrime Rib................................. $16.95Sirloin & Shrimp...................... $15.95Ribs......................................... $12.95 Walleye Broiled or Deep Fried.. $12.95Chicken Parmesan Pasta.......... $10.95

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Timothy “Tim” KrollT i m o t h y

“Tim” Kroll, age 51 of Melrose, passed away p e a c e f u l l y surrounded by his family on Friday, December 25, 2015 at his home in Melrose, Minnesota.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on

Wednesday, December 30 at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose with visitation one hour prior to the service.

Timothy Thomas Kroll was born April 24, 1964 in Cloquet, Minnesota to Stephen and Alice (Aschenbrenner) Kroll. He graduated from Albrook High School in Saginaw, Minnesota. Tim worked at Buehler in Minneapolis and then later

drove bus for Williams Bus Service in Freeport. On May 14, 2015 he married Paula Schmitz in Waite Park, Minnesota.

Tim enjoyed fishing, going to rummage sales and auctions, playing cards, working on old cars, and building things; he could fix almost anything.

Survivors include his wife, Paula Kroll of Melrose; children, Ashley Dier of Golden Valley and Donovan Kroll of Cambridge; brothers and sisters, Eugene (Betty) Kroll of Ely, Katie (Dan) McKay of Meadowlands, Dave (Diane) Kroll of Sauk Rapids, Don (Sue) Kroll of Culver, Bob (Ronda) Kroll of Buffalo, and Ken (JoAnn) Kroll of Delano; and many other relatives.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen Peter Kroll in 2006 and Alice Marie Kroll in 2003.

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

Lucille Mae “Lou” MooreLucille Mae

“Lou” Moore, age 89 of Melrose and formerly of Long Prairie, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 24, 2015 at the C e n t r a C a r e Health Nursing Home in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 30 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Ken Thielman concelebrating. Private family interment will be at MN State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 30 at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose.

Lucille Mae Kramer was born May 13, 1926 in Brandon, Minnesota to John B. and Magdalene (Meder) Kramer. She graduated from Osakis High School in 1943. She began working at Daytons in Minneapolis prior to attending St. Cloud Beauty School. She received her Cosmetology Degree in 1947 and began working at a beauty shop in Brainerd. On October 23, 1948 she married Donald Moore at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Osakis. In 1950, the couple moved to St. Paul where Lou worked at Field-Schlick Company. In 1951, they moved to Long Prairie until 2009 when they moved to Melrose.

Family was very important to Lou. She enjoyed the Christmas holiday and all that went with it, like shopping and baking. She enjoyed cleaning her home, going to auctions, collecting antiques, doing a variety of crafts, clogging, square dancing, and traveling.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose, St. Mary’s Christian Mothers in Long Prairie, the Long Prairie VFW, Firemen, and Hospital Auxiliaries, a board member on the Hospital/Nursing Home Auxiliary, and secretary of the Firemen’s Auxiliary. Lou also taught religion in Long Prairie and was a Girl Scout Leader.

Survivors include her husband, Donald Moore of Melrose; children, Pamela (Michael) Faust of Bloomington, Claudia Moore of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Donald (Toni) Moore Jr. of Florissant, Colorado; four grandchildren, David (Kristin) Faust, Erin (Kalen) Karnowski, Emily Lucille Moore, and Kramer Moore; 2 great-grandchildren, Kaitlynne Faust and Beatrix Mae Karnowski; sister-in-law, Linda Kramer of Canon City, Colorado; and many other friends and relatives including nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws.

Lou was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, sisters, and in-laws, Sylvester Kramer, Evelyn (Jerry) Hughes, Ambrose (Eleanor) Kramer, Rachael (Rom) Thibault, Emerald (Ernest) Sawyer, Aubrey Kramer, Beverly Kramer; and two infant brothers.

Serving as casket bearers will be Robert Kramer, Patrick Thibault, David Faust, Erin Karnowski, Emily Moore, Jack Thibault, and Thaddeus Kramer. Cross bearer will be Molly Gonzales and scripture bearer will be Marcy Hughes. Gift bearers will be Virginia Morgan and Patty Jakovich.

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

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December 24, 2015: At approxi-mately 02:35 hours, the Todd County Sheriff’s Office responded to a one ve-hicle accident with injuries on County Road 13 near Fitz Road in Burnhamville Township. A 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier driven by Walter Hoppe III of Burtrum rolled after entering the ditch. Hoppe III was transported by Long Prairie Ambu-lance to the Long Prairie Hospital. Al-cohol was a contributing factor in the accident.

December 27, 2015: At approxi-mately 00:47 hours, the Todd County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a burglary at a residence located on Dutchman Drive in Burnhamville Township. Sometime between 6 pm and midnight unknown individual(s) entered the residence and moved a number of items. Anyone with information regard-ing this incident is urged to contact the Todd County Sheriff’s Office.

December 27, 2015: At approxi-mately 01:26 hours, a 2006 Dodge Cara-van driven by Noah Jarvis of Little Falls entered the ditch on State 28 near 331st Avenue in Burnhamville Township. Jar-vis was unable to make a curve in the roadway due to the icy/snow packed roadways. The vehicle did not sustain

any damage as a result of entering the ditch.

December 28, 2015: At 14:18 hours, Megan Hawkins age 25 of Long Prairie was Traveling West bound on Grosbeak Road with her 2006 Pont G 6 when she lost control, slid over the center line and collided head on with a 2006 Dodge Ram pickup owned and driven by Thomas Gray age 63 of rural Long Prairie who was East bound. The 2006 Pont G 6 was a total loss, while the Dodge pickup sustained heavy front end damage. Mike Reinbold was the passen-ger in the Gray vehicle and no one was hurt. Roadway is snow pack icy covered in the area.

December 29, 2015: At 13:37 it was reported to the Todd County Sher-iff’s Office a 12 week old German Shep-herd had been taken from the address of 15888 341st Ave. in rural Burtrum. The dog had brown and white paws with a black stripe on the underside of it’s tail starting approximately two inches from it’s rear. The dog’s collar with the own-er’s name and phone number was found on the end of the driveway. If anyone has any information on this incident they are asked to call the Todd County Sheriff’s Office.

Thrivent Financial is hosting a free educational workshop on estate plan-ning on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 3:00 pm. at the Little Falls Senior Center at 510 7th St. NE, Little Falls. The work-shop is being presented by Carlyle Ol-sen, Financial Associate with Thrivent Financial.

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understand the essential elements of any good estate strategy: wills, trusts, pow-ers of attorney, charitable giving, living wills, long-term care, and medical pow-ers of attorney. For more information, contact Carlyle Olsen at 320-632-1655.


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The Grey Eagle-Swanville Knights of Columbus Council was recently awarded the Star Council Award for the 7th consecutive year. This award is presented by the Supreme Council based in New Haven, CT and recognizes outstanding achievement in Membership, Insurance and Service Program Activities. Accepting the award at the Council’s annual Christmas Party was Tom DeFrance, Grand Knight of the Council. Pictured (from left) Father Ron Dockendorf, District Deputy Dennis Boeckers, Tom Defrance and Past District Deputy Mark Glatzel.

First State Bank of Swanville held their Christmas Give Away and Treat Day last Wednesday. Both Swanville and Grey Eagle offices held a drawing for a LG LED television. Winner at the Grey Eagle office was Randy Glockzin (pictured left); and the Swanville office winner was Vicki Epling, accepted by Gene Epling (pictured right).

Todd County American Dairy Association in conjunction with local grocery stores around Todd County held a Dairy Holiday Promotion. To reward customers for purchasing dairy products each store gave away $25 gift certificates for more dairy products. Todd County ADA also gave away two $250 cash prizes. Tom Welck of Grey Eagle was the winner from Chris’ County Store. Pictured (from left) Todd County Dairy Princess Liz Mellgren, Tom Welck, Chris Browen store owner, and Greg Hulinsky Todd Co. ADA member.

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The Grey Eagle Senior Center had their Annual Christmas Party on December 16. The “Slew Foot Family Band” helped supply the Christmas spirit, along with a “surprise” visit from Santa. Submitted by Carol Johnson.

The LPGE FFA Horse judging team took 4th in the Region 2 FFA contest, qualifying them to compete at the State FFA contests April 25th. Team members: Kevin Escobar, Brandon Bundy, Gabby Becker, Matt Roe, and Tanner Gjerstad. Submitted by Curt Gjerstad.

Five providers and 35 staff from Albany Medical Center will transition to CentraCare Clinic - Albany and re-open under their new clinic name Jan. 4, 2016. The facility, previously oper-ated as the Albany Medical Center by CHI St. Gabriel’s, will join CentraCare Health Jan. 1.

“We are pleased to have this wonder-ful team join us in providing exceptional quality care to Central Minnesotans,” said Michele Fischer, family medicine administrator for CentraCare Clinic.

Drs. Daron Gersch, Nathan Brever and Libby Brever, as well as Physician Assistants Charlene Gerner and Jen-nifer Gannon will continue to see their patients at CentraCare Clinic - Albany. Teresa Hamiel, PA-C, is moving to the Twin Cities, where her husband has a job as a school principal. The site is recruit-ing for her replacement. Beth Frazier, APRN, CNP, has been hired to cover the clinic’s urgent care hours.

Albany Medical Center to join Centra-Care Health January 1st

CentraCare Clinic - Albany will provide clinic services, including lab, imaging, physical therapy, diabetes edu-cation, INR, mobile mammography and ultrasound on site. Visiting specialists in Cardiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Orthopedics & Podiatry will con-tinue to see patients in Albany.

The clinic phone number remains 320-845-2157. The clinic hours will be: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday 8 a.m. to noon.

CentraCare Health is leasing the clinic space from CHI with plans to build a new clinic in Albany within the next two years.


Everyone looks forward to a New Year and the hope it represents. “Well wishers” come at us from every direc-tion wanting us to reap a harvest of joy and happiness, peace and prosperity. A “good new year” is a universal desire that everyone seeks. But how can we as-sure ourselves of having a Happy New Year? The answer comes from Isaiah 41:10.

I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself,

Thought for the week:

changing yourself, changing your world. You’re doing things you’ve never done before, and more importantly, you’re doing something. -Neil Gaiman

First, we must honor the two “nots” - do not be afraid and do not be dis-mayed. Fear and dismay will disturb our minds, trouble our souls and destroy our health. Only as we place our faith in the goodness and grace of God will our fears evaporate and dismay vanish.

Second, add the two “I ams” - I am with you and I am your God. Our God is always with us and we are never beyond His reach. When problems arise He wants to solve them. When needs arise He will meet them. When foes would destroy us He will conquer them. When storms appear He will calm them.

Third, we need to mix them with the three “I wills.” I will strengthen you. He has all the strength we need with some to spare. I will help you. Here is help that is seeking us and is sufficient for every situation. I will uphold you. With what? The very same hands that hold the universe together!

If we want 2016 to be a Happy New Year we must begin every day of every week of every month of the year read-ing God’s Word and spending time in prayer.

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WED., JAN. 6: Spaghetti noodles, tomato meat sauce, mixed vegetables, garlic bread, millionaire pie.

THURS., JAN. 7: Roast beef, horse-radish, whipped potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, dinner roll, peaches.

FRI., JAN. 8: Breaded fish wedge, roasted potatoes, broccoli, frosted pumpkin bar.

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WED., JAN. 6: Chicken Caesar sal-ad, breadstick, fruit cocktail, millionaire pie.

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Swanville Jr. High Student of the MonthS w a n v i l l e

High School is proud to an-nounce ninth grade student Olivia Mettler as the grade seven through nine Student of the Month for De-cember. Olivia is the daughter of Richard Met-tler and Michelle Van Lith.

Olivia stays active in school by par-ticipating in a wide range of activities. She has participated in basketball since seventh grade, volleyball in junior high and track and softball in grade seven. She has participated in band, speech and theatre productions since seventh grade. Her advice to other students is “Perfection is not necessary for suc-cess.”

Olivia enjoys reading, writing all types of genres, listening to music, and singing. She also takes vocal and com-position lessons at St. Francis Music Center.

Char Bzdok Science teacher states, “I have had the opportunity of being Olivia’s science teacher the past couple years. In this time Olivia has displayed high level thinking skills in the science area.... she is a very bright young wom-an who has a great work ethic. She is also very highly respected by her class-mates. Olivia is very deserving of this award!”

Olivia is also active with her church and has participated in 4-H for several years. She has been recognized in seventh grade for her achievements, being a student of the month then. She has also been awarded the English and Physical Education Student of the Year awards. She plans on attending college, but is unsure of what she will focus on yet.

M a t t h e w Laliberte has been chosen as the grade ten through twelve Student of the Month for De-cember. He is a senior and the son of Larry Lal-iberte.

“Matthew’s enthusiasm and sense of humor definitely makes

him stand out in the crowd. He is cre-ative and great at thinking on his feet,” states Chantelle Frie, English teacher. She adds, “I have worked with Mat-thew in the classroom, on the stage, and in the concession stand. He is not afraid to step up and help out. He has a great understanding of how to serve others and make people feel important. Matthew has incredible potential and knows what he needs to do to be suc-cessful. Matthew plans to become a teacher. His enthusiasm and ability to bring out the best in others will make him a hit with his future students.”

Matthew enjoys playing electric guitar, listening to and performing mu-sic and playing Minecraft. His future plans are to attend a four-year college to become a high school science teach-er. Matthew participates in track and the theatre. He was also a member of student council as a junior. He is a past student of the month. His advice to oth-er students is “Always strive to do your best, and enjoy life.”

Swanville Sr. High Student of the MonthChar Bzdok, Science teacher com-

ments, “Matthew is very deserving of the student of the month award! I have known and worked with Matthew for the past several years. He has been in many of my science classes includ-ing physical science, biology, human anatomy and currently chemistry. Mat-thew has a passion for science and is a very good student. Besides being a good student Matthew has a wonderful personality! I can always count on a friendly smile as well as some humor in my classroom.”

Matthew has participated in theatre since seventh grade, was in track mul-tiple years throughout his high school tenure, with plans to participate this spring. He was a student council rep-resentative last year as a junior and thoroughly enjoys being a teacher’s assistant. Matthew joined the National Guard and completed his Basic Train-ing during the s summer of 2015 and will complete AIT this summer.

Dave Says -By Dave Ramseyrationalizing it and justifying it.

Just pray for them, love them, and be in their lives. Continue to do what’s smart, and try to avoid arguments. See where it goes from there. Maybe, when they sober up financially, they’ll ask for some help.

-DaveDear Dave,

I own a small business specializing in cell phone repair. Sometimes I buy phones and parts on eBay. I can make sure the phones are not stolen by running a check on the serial numbers. However, I cannot be certain about the individual parts. Is there a way I can ensure I’m not dealing with stolen parts?

-GordanDear Gordan,

I would try to deal only with reputable sellers. eBay, I believe, has a ratings system and you have power sellers and so forth. Try to find someone who has a steady stream of cell phone parts, someone who’s a reputable, long-time seller and doesn’t appear to be a fence. eBay doesn’t tolerate that kind of stuff if they can find it.

I would also do a reasonable amount of due diligence in terms of research. But at the end of the day, you can’t completely guard against that unless it’s a serial-numbered item. I wouldn’t say never buy anything on places like eBay, but I would try to use some common sense and judgment.

I used to say I had a bad gut feeling. Then, a pastor friend of mine told me not to call the Holy Spirit a gut. It’s not a gut feeling; it’s God’s spirit — listen!

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-MichaelDear Michael,

What you’re describing is so inconsistent it’s hard to grasp. I mean, how do you go teach FPU and then come back and claim Dave uses credit cards and does all those other dumb things? How do you do that then go lease a car and buy a new car and argue against what you’ve been teaching in a class? I don’t know. But I do know that I don’t mess with any of that stuff!

They’re not really asking for your opinion. So, I don’t think they can be helped until there’s some kind of an opening. It’s like the old adage says: “Those convinced against their will are of the same opinion still.” I’d just tell them you’re on different pages about this stuff. Let them know you love them, but that you’re in complete disagreement on this topic and you’re not going to argue about it with them.

There are always things you disagree about in families from time to time. But the truth is they went on a financial bender. When they wake up with a hangover, you might be able to help them, but right now they’re drunk. They’re financially drunk. They’re buying everything in sight, and they’re

Kaitlyn Harren Graduates at Brenau University Winter 2015 Commencement

Kaitlyn Marie Harren from Swan-ville, Minnesota, graduated from Bre-nau University with a M.S.O.T. degree during commencement ceremonies Saturday, Dec. 12. Harren attended the North Atlanta campus.

Founded in 1878, Brenau Universi-ty is a private, not-for-profit nationally prominent comprehensive institution of higher education that enrolls students in graduate and undergraduate studies on campuses and online. Gainesville, Georgia-based Brenau includes the res-idential Women’s College, which rep-resents the academic and philosophical underpinnings of the liberal arts univer-sity. Brenau also provides coeducation-al opportunities through the doctoral level, including on-ground programs in Gainesville and other Georgia locales: Augusta, Kings Bay, Norcross and Fair-burn, as well as Jacksonville, Florida. Brenau University offers doctorates in nursing, occupational therapy and physical therapy, a terminal M.F.A. in interior design, specialist in education, master’s, bachelor’s and associate’s de-

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Local Municipality MinutesGrey Eagle City Truth in Taxation MeetingDecember 8, 2015

These are unapproved min-utes.

The Truth in Taxation meet-ing of the Grey Eagle City Coun-cil was called to order by Mayor Jim Gohman at 6:30 p.m., on the 8th day of December, 2015 in council chambers. Council mem-bers in attendance were Roland Ahrendt and Joe Arnzen. Coun-cil members Ralph Muellner and Thom Muellner were absent. Also in attendance were Chico Hellmann and Lori Hellmann.

The purpose of the meeting was for residents to have an op-portunity to express their con-cerns and ask questions regarding the city budget and levy for 2016.

There were no residents in attendance.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to adjourn at 6:50 p.m. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

Lori Hellmann, Clerk

Grey Eagle CityDecember 8, 2015

These are unapproved min-utes.

The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Jim Gohman at 7:00 p.m., on the 8th day of December, 2015 in coun-cil chambers. Council members present were Roland Ahrendt and Joe Arnzen. Council mem-bers absent were Ralph Muellner and Thom Muellner. Also in at-tendance were Chico Hellmann, Lori Hellmann and guests Charla Bueckers, Butch Bauer, Bryan Bye, Craig Tschida, Bob Lefavor, Ken Messer and Bill Berscheit.

A motion was made by Ro-land Ahrendt to approve the agenda as submitted. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members vot-ing in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve the minutes of the November 10, 2015 meeting as written. A second was made by

Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve the minutes of the November 17, 2015 spe-cial meeting as written. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members vot-ing in favor, motion carried.

Charla Bueckers of Tom’s Refuse was in attendance to dis-cuss the Todd County tipping fees and the possibility of early contract renewal. Todd County tipping fees are increasing from $65 a ton to $90 a ton, for gar-bage haulers. Tom’s Refuse is requesting an increase of $3.00 per resident effective January 1, 2016. Tom’s Refuse is also re-questing early contract renewal. The current contract ends on May 31, 2017, with contracts up for re-newal every five years. They are seeking early contract renewal before they commit to making large equipment purchases.

A motion was made by Jim Gohman to approve the $3.00 rate increase per residential customer as requested from Tom’s Refuse, due to the increase of Todd Coun-ty tipping fees from $65 per ton to $90 per ton. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

The council tabled the early contract renewal request until the May meeting.

Bryan Bye of Widseth Smith Nolting presented the council with a contract for engineering services. Bryan discussed the costs for a preliminary engineer-ing report and environmental re-port as well as application to the Small Cities Development Pro-gram. Preliminary engineering and grant application costs, if the project moves forward, would be reimbursable with project funds. WSN only would bill out for the percentage of work completed. If the project does not move forward, the city would only be out the costs of developing the preliminary and environmental reports.

A motion was made by Joe

Arnzen to approve contract as written with Widseth Smith Nolting. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

Bob Lefavor was in attendance regarding the complaints received on the Grey Eagle Surplus property. Bob reported that product is com-ing in faster than going out. Starting January 1, 2016 there will be one full time and one part time person working on dismantling and sales, two people will be working on internet marketing, with Bob and two other individuals that would be working on the weekends.

With scrap metal down to nothing, they are working to push more parts. There was some discussion on the possibility of installing a fence both for safety and appearances. The council also discussed concerns regarding reclaiming fluids from vehicles. Bob assured the council that all motor and trannies that are pulled will no longer be done outside.

The council discussed the placement of the community sign. It was the consensus of the council to do nothing at this time.

A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve the liquor li-cense application for the Double R Saloon. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve the 3.2 liquor license application for the Junction. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion car-ried.

A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve tobacco li-censes for The Junction, Double R Saloon, Chris’ Country Store and Grey Eagle Gas and Grocery. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

Ken Messer had a building permit to install a privacy fence with two gates on his property that expired in July. The fence was installed but not the gates. A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve a building permit to Ken Messer to install two gates on the privacy fence. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

The following water/wastewater/maintenance items were report-ed:

1. Water and sewer lines were installed at 218 Woodman Street North. The culvert under the driveway is in bad condition and will be replaced by the property owner.

2. The light pole was installed by Minnesota Power on Ward Street West.

3. Blue paint marks out the property owned by the city across from the Junction.

Mayor Jim Gohman took the opportunity to thank city employees, and council for a great job during this past year.

Ken Messer was in attendance to request that class five be put in the alley between State Street and Minnesota Street. The council in-formed Ken that it wouldn’t do any good to put in class five this time of year because it would be plowed away during snow removal. They would consider putting class five in the alley in the spring.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve Resolution No. 2015-18, A Resolution Approving the Final Levy for 2016. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The resolution is as follows:

Resolution No. 2015-18: A Resolution Adopting Final Levy Pay-able in 2016.

Therefore, Be It Resolved that the following final levy for 2016 was approved by the Grey Eagle City Council on this 8th day of De-cember, 2015.

Levy Payable in 2016Fund Levy Amount % of TotalGeneral $60,120.00 65Fire $13,752.00 14Street Imp. Proj. $18,173.00 21Total $92,045.00 100

Adopted on this 8th day of December, 2015.A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve various fund

transfers as follows: $748.26 from the Fire Fund to the Fire Hall Debt Service Fund and $87.41 from the General Fund of which $27.91 goes to the Water Fund and $59.50 goes to the Sewer Fund for Fire Hall and Library utilities. A second was made by Joe Arnzen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Joe Arnzen to approve payment of the bills as listed and to include payment of the following additional items: $2,869.07 to Central Lakes Landscape and Construction and $534 to Granite Electronics. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to adjourn at 8:34 p.m. A second was made by Jim Gohman and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.

The next regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 in council chambers.

Lori Hellmann, Clerk

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Recently we shared that a new medication drop box had been installed at the Avon Police De-partment. That box is just one of seven new medication disposal boxes that have re-cently been installed in Central MN Police Departments.

Earlier this year the Justin Pearson Foundation hosted a golf tournament to raise funds to pro-vide medication dis-posal boxes for ev-ery police agency in the tri-county area that requested one. Enough funds were raised to purchase these requested boxes.

Stearns County and Benton County now have medication disposal boxes in the following law en-forcement agencies:

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These boxes, built by local company American Security Cabinets, will be available for residents to safely dispose of their unused/unwanted medications. This process incinerates the medications rather than having them flushed or end up in landfills (both end up in the ground water supply). Disposing of medica-tions also keeps them out of the hands of people who may abuse these drugs.

In the last few years this program has incinerated thousands of pounds of unused/unwanted medica-tions in Stearns County:

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To help, the St. Cloud Hospital Behavioral Health Clinic is offering a Family and Friends Support Group for Eating Disorders from 5:15-6:15 p.m., the first Thursday of the month at CentraCare Health Plaza in the Stinson Leonard Street room. The next meeting

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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources warns ice anglers, snowmobilers, skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts to use caution when going onto any lake covered or partially cov-ered with ice, especially those that fea-ture aeration systems.

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Aeration systems are generally op-erated from the time lakes freeze until ice break-up in the spring. They help prevent winterkill of fish, but they also create areas of open water and thin ice, which are significant hazards.

Two types of signs are used to post aerated lakes: “Thin Ice” and “Warn-ing” signs. The person who applies for the permit (permittee) is to main-tain “Warning” signs at all commonly used access points to the lake. This sign warns people approaching the lake that an aeration system is operating and to use extreme caution.

The permittee must also put up “Thin Ice” signs to mark the open wa-ter area’s perimeter. Some municipali-ties may have ordinances that prohibit entering into the thin ice area and/or prohibit the night use of motorized ve-hicles on lakes with aeration systems in operation. These local regulations are often posted at accesses where they ap-ply.

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