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American statesman Benjamin Franklin was concluding a moving speech on the guarantees of the Constitution when a heckler shouted out, “Aw, those words don’t mean anything. Where’s all the happiness you say it guarantees us?”
Franklin smiled and calmly silenced his critic. “My friend, the Constitution only guarantees the American people the right to pursue happiness; you have to catch it yourself.”
Happiness is a state of mind. So are anger, sorrow, disappointment and loneliness. The mind is the most powerful tool in the universe, but you are the one who controls it. Like your car, if you see your mind heading in the wrong direction, you can steer it the other way. You need to recognize when you have negative feelings and try to steer your mind in a different direction. And there is no better time since August is Happiness Happens Month.
My definition of happiness is not the fleeting, live-in-the-moment feeling that accompanies a birthday present. Rather, I think of happiness as a way of life. Truly happy people may have difficult times, but they know how to bounce back because they know
better times are possible – and probable. They are content to have more positive thoughts than negative ones. They also understand that their happiness depends largely on how much happiness they share with the people around them.
“Success is getting what you want; happiness is wanting what you get,” said inventor and businessman Charles Kettering.
Studies have shown that too much stress can inhibit your immune system, causing many of the health problems that plague our society. Heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcers, migraine headaches, mental illness and even cancer are just a few of the health issues that have been linked to excessive stress. So in addition to improving the quality of your life, reducing your level of stress and increasing your happiness may also help to save your life.
The legendary Beatle John Lennon said: “When I was five years old, my mother always told me that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down ‘happy.’ They told me I didn’t understand the assignment, and I told them they didn’t understand life.”
Shawn Anchor is a face and voice of happiness. He is the author of the international bestseller “The Happiness Advantage and Before Happiness,” which describes why happiness is the precursor to greater success. His scientific research reveals remarkable simple truths about happiness.
Shawn believes, “It’s the lens through which your brain views the world that shapes
your reality. And if we can change the lens, not only can we change your happiness, but we can also change every single outcome at the same time.” Therefore, look at the world through a positive lens that can see the potential of positive outcomes.
Author Glenn Van Ekeren suggests a place to start is by becoming a grateful, thankful person. He said, “It’s not happy people who are thankful. It’s the thankful people who are genuinely happy. He added: “Happy, grateful people tend to be content with what they have and the direction their life is headed. They appreciate the little blessings, see the best in people and invest their energies into what’s right in their life rather than obsessing on the trials, nuisances and tribulations.”
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
• The Art of Conversation Music Jam from 5-7 p.m., Upsala.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
• 5th Annual Sweet Corn & Sausage Feed from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion. See ad on page 3.
• St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Pulled Pork & Corn Feed from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Swanville Lions Park. See ad on page 2.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8
• Upsala Historical Society Heritage Celebration Ice Cream Social from 12-3 p.m. at Borgstrom Park and House Museum.
• Upsala Heritage Day. Parade at 4 p.m. See ad on page 8.
• Upsala’s Community Cruisers Car Show following the 4 p.m. parade. See ad on page 8.
• 38th Annual Grey Eagle Fire Dept. Corn on the Cob & Pork Feed from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Grey Eagle Fire Hall. See ad on page 5.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9
• Seven Dolors Church Bazaar in Albany. Polka Mass at 10 a.m. See ad on page 6.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11
• Freeport Lions Club sponsored American Red Cross Blood Drive from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
• Journey with St. Francis starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Franciscan Sisters Campus, Little Falls.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
• Grey Eagle Senior Citizens Meeting at 4:30 p.m. Potluck & Bingo to follow at the Grey Eagle Senior Center.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
• St. Francis of Assisi 70th Annual Fall Festival. Mass starting at 10 a.m. See ad on page 7.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25
• Avon Women of Today sponsored American Red Cross Blood Drive from 12-6 p.m. at
the Avon Community Church.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
• Folk & Old-Time Music & Potluck from 1-3 p.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.
AL-ANON • AVON
• Meets every Monday from 5-6 p.m. at the Avon City Hall.
ALBANY FARMERS MARKET
• Meets every Thursday through October 1 from 3-6 p.m. Corner lot on Railroad St. and 3rd Ave.
ALBANY SENIORS
• Meets 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Albany Community Center.
ALBANY TOWNSHIP
• Meets the 4th Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.
• Planning Commission meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.
BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP
• Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.
BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL
• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.
CHAIR YOGA EXERCISES
• Meets Mondays & Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. at the Community Center, Upsala.
FEET FIRST CLINIC
• Freeport: Meets 1st Wednesday of the month at the Freeport Senior Center.
• Holdingford: Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Holdingford City Hall.
FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL
• Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.
FREEPORT LIONS CLUB
• Bingo every Saturday thru March at 1:30 p.m. at the Corner Pub, Freeport.
FREEPORT SENIOR MEETING
• Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. with cards/Bingo/coffee/dessert.
GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL
• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.
GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP
• Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 8 p.m. LINE DANCING
• Meets Mondays at 4 p.m. & 5 p.m. alternating Mondays at the Melrose American Legion.
MELROSE TOWNSHIP
• Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the town hall.
MELROSE VFW #7050 POST/AUX.
• Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion Clubrooms.
MELROSE LEGION #101 POST/AUX.
• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Melrose American Legion. (Aux. Sept.-May.)
STEARNS CO. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
• Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Albany. SUNSHINE CLUB
• Meets every Monday, weigh in starts at 8; meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.
ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL
• Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.
SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL
• 1st Tuesday after the 1st Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP
• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.
UPSALA CITY COUNCIL
• Meets the 1st Monday of the month at 7 p.m.
UPSALA FARMERS MARKET
• Meets every Saturday through Sept. 26 from 8-11 a.m. at Buffy’s parking lot.
It gave me a really good feeling. It was like stepping back about 75 years and seeing something that had been a really big occasion in my life. There they were, a field of oat shocks, made even more attractive because they were arranged in neat rows across the field. There were many more shocks in that field than I remembered in my younger years. These Amish still do it the old way, using horsepower as it was used for centuries.
The oats were cut and bundled with a grain binder, dropped into the carrier, and dumped on a pile when there were about 8 bundles in the carrier. These dumps ultimately determined the location of the rows of shocks. Shocking worked best with two individuals. One would set two bundles, the other would set two bundles against the first two and there were then two bundles placed against the first two from the other side. Remember that these bundles had to be picked off of the ground, which required a lot of backbends in a day and not all bundles were the same size. Some were a gathering of messy short stems and others may be very long and unmanageable. They were left in shocks for days until the trashing crew came to your farm.
The trashing crew consisted of a trash machine, maybe jointly or privately owned, a tractor with enough power to run the threshing machine and 6 to 8 wagons with hay racks and tractors or horses to pull them. The wagons were owned and driven by neighbors that were also getting their grain trashed when it was their place in line. Trashing usually took a couple of days per farm.
The day started when the dew had begun to reduce and went until noon, when the lady of the house offered a noon lunch that was really special. It almost seemed like a competition to see who could make the best chicken, followed by a freshen up afternoon lunch. Since most of the guys had cows to milk, the day usually ended shortly after 6.
When those Amish shocks are removed from the field, it will be like having some special
piece of artwork destroyed. Remembering back, it took a lot of time and effort to create, but the final result was well worth it. Feed and bedding for the farm animals to ward off hunger and cold. Looking back, farming is working to make the farm animals comfortable and making the older farmers uncomfortable.
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Harvey Mackay continued from pg 2
Maybe that’s why Zig Ziglar said, “The greatest source of happiness is to be grateful at all times.”
A group of 50 people attended a seminar. For a group activity, the leader gave each attendee one balloon and asked each person to blow it up and write his or her name on it. He collected all the balloons and put them in another room.
Then the attendees were led into that room and asked to find the balloon with their name written on it within five minutes. Everyone was frantically searching for their name, colliding with each other. There was utter chaos.
At the end of the five minutes, only a couple people had found their own balloon. Now the leader asked each one to randomly collect a balloon and give it to the person whose name was written on it. Within minutes everyone had their own balloon.
The leader said, “Everyone is frantically looking for happiness all around, not knowing where it is. Our happiness lies in the happiness of other people. Give them their happiness and you will get your own happiness.”
Mackay’s Moral: The city of happiness is in the state of mind.
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.”
Something happened to me this week that really put a scare in me. In 2006 I went to college at the age of 45 and it was overwhelming. It had been a while since I had studied anything, except blueprints for a home or other projects. About a year after I had started school, I was looking for one of my assignments. So, I asked my computer expert, my daughter, and she asked me what class it was from. When I told her, she looked for the class in my files, but it wasn’t there. In fact, I didn’t have anything saved in files. She was shocked and then proceeded to show me how to save my documents so I could find things. She spent hours, maybe days, reorganizing my files in their class file.
This week, when I was preparing my sermon, I did everything right and saved my sermon, under the correct heading. I accidentally deleted it when I was trying to save another document. I thought I had lost them for good. My daughter would have been proud of me. It took me a little bit, but I was able to find the correct document and re-label it in its proper spot.
Scripture is clear, 1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” Maybe the question should be, how then do we become born again or saved?
Ephesians 2:8-9 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9not by works, so that no one can boast.” This is as easy as creating a document on your computer, but you must save it or it will be lost.
Please listen to the words of Jesus about the end times. Matthew 7:21 “Not everyone
who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.” Through faith in Jesus Christ, come to Him in repentance and you will be saved for all eternity.
-Pastor Bruce Miller from Swanville Bible Church, 320-547-2916
Upsala Heritage
From windmill to family history, Upsala Historical Society has action to look up to on Saturday, Aug. 8th from noon to 3 p.m. during the Upsala Heritage Celebration. There will be an ice cream social at Borgstrom Park with outdoor displays, rope making and a scavenger hunt for the kids. Inside there will be a wide screen TV playing the 1993 All School Reunion.
At the Community Center there will be a tasty meal, historical displays and special guests, both Morrison County Genealogy Society and Historical Society to discuss ways to look up your family history.
Anne Teresa Kuklok
Anne Teresa (Fulton) Kuklok of Holdingford passed away Monday July 27, 2026 surrounded by her family. Anne was born in Chicago, IL to Ellen Marie (Perry) Fulton and Raymond Fulton. She attended The College of St. Scholastica, Duluth, MN. Anne married Patrick Kuklok in Little Falls, MN and together they built a beautiful life rooted in family and hard work. Together they raised 3 sons, Timothy, Nathan, and Mark.
Anne and Patrick made their home on a farm located near Holdingford, Minnesota. The farm was the backdrop of countless memories, hard work, laughter, and the steady rhythm of family life. Anne devoted herself fully to caring for others, always placing the needs of her husband, children, and family before her own.
For more than 40 years, Anne served as a teacher, including over three decades in the Royalton School District as a special education teacher. Anne loved teaching, and spoke of it often. She cherished her students, and celebrated their achievements.
Anne was an avid reader throughout her life. In retirement, she continued to care for her family, read stacks of books, complete crossword puzzles, and delight in watching her family grow. She loved traveling and visiting her granddaughters wherever they lived and treasured every moment spent caring for her grandchildren. Nothing made her happier than watching the grandchildren drive tractors and combines, succeed in athletics, shine in the performing arts, and excel academically.
Anne was preceded in death by 2 infant sons; mother Ellen; father Raymond; siblings: Mary Ellen Murphy, John Fulton, Michael Fulton, Kathy Fulton; mother and father-in-law Cecilia and Alex Kuklok.
Anne is survived by her husband Patrick Kuklok of 52 years, Holdingford; children Timothy (Lynnae Mehr) of Becker; Nathan (Amanda Riesner) of Holdingford; Mark of Holdingford; sister Jean Warner of Albany; brother James Fulton of Elk Grove Village, IL. Anne’s legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren: Ashlynne, Adrianna, Elaynna, Brylee, Jameson, and Hendrik.
A Mass of Christian Burial for
Anthony “Tony”
Henry Stangler, age 90, of Albany was held Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Burial was at Seven Dolors Cemetery.
Anthony “Tony”
Henry Stangler of Albany, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home in Albany, Minnesota,
on July 28, 2026, at the age of 90. Tony was born on April 29, 1936, to Anton and Katherine “Katie” (Duevel) Stangler on the family farm in Albany, MN. He married Evelyn Beyer on August 3, 1968, and they had two sons.
Tony was a hard worker from an early age, running the family farm from the time he was a teenager. He attended night school for carpentry and then worked full time as a carpenter and farmer until he retired in the early 90’s. Throughout his life, he modeled a strong work ethic while fulfilling the role of husband and father. He built the family home and could fix all manner of things. He was a talented woodworker who built furniture and intricate toys in his woodshop. He enjoyed playing pinochle, had a good sense of humor, and never passed up ice cream. He showed all of us what it really means to love someone as he devotedly took on the role of primary caretaker for his wife during the last several years of his own life. He was a member of the St. Cloud Carpenters Union Local #930 and Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany.
Tony is survived by his wife of 58 years, Evelyn (Beyer) Stangler; children Jim (Sloane) Stangler and Jeff (Monica) Stangler; granddaughter Nevaeh Stangler; sister-in-law Mary Stangler; many nieces and nephews, and lifelong loving friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Katherine Stangler; brothers, Lawrence, Robert and Ervin Stangler; sisters, Marcella (Stangler) Hallermann and Julitta Stangler; and grandson, Trenton Stangler.
Clarice Evelyn Schleppenbach, beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and longtime member of the Albany community, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at the age of 80.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Burial took take place in the parish cemetery. Arrangements are with Miller-Carlin Funeral Homes of Albany.
Clarice was born on December 23, 1945, in Freeport, Minnesota, to John and Rose (Kohorst) Wensmann. She graduated from Melrose High School and, in 1965, married Albert Schleppenbach, her dance partner, best friend, and the love of her life. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and farming.
In addition to raising their three children, Clarice worked tirelessly alongside Albert on the family farm. She was devoted to her family and shared her love generously and unconditionally with everyone around her. After farming, she started working at Albany Elementary School as a custodian and kitchen worker, where her kind heart, warm smile, and dependable presence were appreciated by students, staff, and coworkers alike.
Clarice found great joy in spending time with her family and friends and was active in her parish and community. She was a faithful member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church and the Christian Mothers. Her deep faith, gentle spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family shaped the life she lived and the legacy she leaves behind. She greeted everyone with a warm smile and cheerful, “Hi, how have you been?” making each person feel welcomed and valued.
She also found great happiness tending to her flowerbeds and watching the birds gather outside her window. An avid quilter, puzzle solver, baker, and card and dice player, Clarice treasured the simple moments that brought family and friends together. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, warm hugs, and the unconditional love she shared so freely with everyone around her.
Clarice is survived by her children, Sharon (Dan) Hartmann of Albany, Gerald (Barb) Schleppenbach of Albany, and Brenda (Darrel) Rausch of Albany; her grandchildren, Jeremy, Benjamin, Kaylee, Serenity, Christopher, Jesse, Cody, Kayla, Anna, Alicia, Zachary, Hailea, Gabrielle, and Leander; and her five cherished great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Herbert Wensmann, Urban Wensmann, Patricia Wegleitner, and Josephine (Ted) Hoffman.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert Schleppenbach, in 2023; her parents, John and Rose Wensmann; and her siblings, Richard Wensmann, Anna Mae Stroeing, and Alcuin Wensmann.
Richard Charles Carlson, 92, of Albany, MN passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at his daughter’s home in Holdingford, MN. A Requiem High Mass was held Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Flensburg, MN with Father Rick Aubol officiating. Burial was at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery north of Little Falls. Military Honors were conducted by the Minnesota State Honor Guard.
Richard “Dick” Carlson was born March 23, 1934 in Hibbing, MN to George and Hazel (Alden) Carlson. He graduated from Hibbing High School in 1952 and continued his education with a Bachelor of Science Degree from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah in 1956. Richard served in the United States Army from 1953-1956 and was a Staff Sergeant with a tour in Korea. He worked at the Minnesota Correctional Facility in St. Cloud for 26 years as a case worker. Richard married Grace Welle on June 15, 1968 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove, MN. Richard and Grace raised nine children living on a hobby farm north of Albany, MN.
Richard is survived by his wife, Grace; and their children: Anne (Pete) Reuter, Pine River, MN; Sarah (Troy) Kiffmeyer, Rice, MN; Michael Carlson, Chisholm, MN; Peter (Michelle) Carlson, St. Cloud, MN; Paul Carlson, Little Falls, MN; Therese (Leander) Haffner, Sartell, MN; Mary (Robert) Langner, Brainerd, MN; Joseph Carlson, Albany, MN; and Katherine (Milton) Eiden, Holdingford, MN; 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Shirley.
Duane James Zapzalka, 86 of Bowlus, passed away on July 31 at Serenity Village. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, August 5 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Bowlus with Father Virgil Helmin officiating. Burial was in the parish cemetery.
Born on June 6, 1940, in Little Falls, MN, to Albin and Florence (Waletski) Zapzalka, Duane graduated from Little Falls High School. On January 7, 1961, he married Carole Billig in Royalton. Together, they lovingly raised their family, setting a fine example of marriage built on love and laughter.
Duane dedicated 42 years of his career to DeZurik as a machinist, crafting valves crucial for water and industrial infrastructure. His commitment also extended to the community, serving as a Bowlus Fireman for 52 years and later being honored as the Grand Marshal of the Bowlus Parade in 2017.
An avid sportsman, Duane played baseball at Swan River and several other leagues. He even achieved a State Championship with Little Falls High School in 1957. He continued playing softball until the age of 62. He enjoyed going deer hunting and bow hunting with his group for the past 45 years and casting a line fishing whenever he could. He took pride in his hobby farming and vegetable gardening. He cherished the simple pleasures of life, including biking the local trails and gathering with his breakfast friends at Jordie’s Café. Known for his strength and humor, Duane had a knack for making those around him smile.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Carole (Billig) Zapzalka; son Dave and Debbie Zapzalka of St. Stephen; daughters Janice and Ray Breth of Royalton, Donna and Bill Ice of Fergus Falls, Sharon and Darren Des Marais of Brooklyn Park, and Wanda and Brian Benkowski of Avon; brother Donald Zapzalka of Little Falls; sisters Darlene Wilcek of Little Falls and Carol and Ray Wilczek of Bowlus; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Duane is preceded in death by his parents Albin and Florence Zapzalka; brothers Ambrose Zapzalka, Art Zapzalka, and Benedict Zapzalka; sisters Evelyn Witt and Rita Trettel; and great-grandson Joshua Thill.
Sudoku is one of the most popular puzzle games of all time. The goal of Sudoku is to fill a 9×9 grid with numbers so that each row, column and 3×3 section contain all of the digits between 1 and 9. As a logic puzzle, Sudoku is also an excellent brain game.
Dear Dave, I don’t have any kids, and I’m not married.
I’m 35 and have a good job, plus I’ve got $25,000 in an emergency fund, $50,000 in a separate savings account and almost $100,000 in a retirement account. Should I have life insurance, too?
-Angus
Dear Angus, Basically, you only need life insurance to take care of the people and things you leave behind when you die. Someone in your situation, especially since you’ve been smart and saved up a nice chunk of cash, probably wouldn’t need a life insurance policy at all. I mean, an inexpensive policy might be in order if you have a little debt or something like that, but there’s a pretty good chance you already have a small policy built into an existing bank account. When it comes to life insurance, just think about anyone who might be left in a bad situation or harmed if you died. If you worked outside the home and were married and/or had
kids, I’d recommend having 10 to 12 times your annual income in a good, level term life insurance policy.
Your family could never replace you if something tragic happened. But with a good life insurance policy, they at least would be able to replace the income you generated. Good question, Angus!
-Dave
Dear Dave,
The church I attend encourages people to do their tithes through using credit cards and debit cards. How do you feel about this?
-Tae
Dear Tae,
As you may have heard, I’m against debt. So even when it comes to tithing at church, I’m not particularly fond of members being encouraged to contribute their tithes using a debt vehicle.
The Bible mentions debt several times. And every time it does, it’s always in a negative light. It’s not a salvation issue or anything like that, but the Bible basically says debt is a foolish thing.
Now, I don’t have a problem with e-giving in general. That’s fine. But if I were the pastor or a member of the leadership board, and we had an e-giving process, I would strongly encourage folks to use debit cards—not credit cards.
A lot of people like the ability to give online. I get that. It’s just more convenient. But I’d rather not see a giving situation at church turn into debt for you.
-Dave
* Leadership and small-business expert Dave Ramsey is the CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored eight national bestselling books, including “EntreLeadership,” and he’s a host of “The Ramsey Show” and “The EntreLeadership Podcast.”
From the Hosts of the Under The Hood radio show.
Dear Motor Medics,
I have a 2014 Ford F150 truck and I’ve lost the 4-wheel drive. The front end of the truck started to grind for a while before it finally stopped completely. The transfer case does seem to be working because the front driveshaft turns when in 4-wheel drive and does not when it is in 2-wheel drive. Can you guys lead me in a direction of diagnosis that might help feel more secure in what I am told at the repair shop?
-Bernard in Enid, Oklahoma
Dear Bernard,
We make plenty repairs to the 4 wheel drive systems on these trucks. There is a common problem that starts with a grinding then ends up with a failure. The system uses vacuum to engage and disengage a locking mechanism on the front hubs. When in 2 wheel drive the vacuum is applied and the hubs release. The system uses a small vacuum hose to do this that is activated electrically. That hose has a common fault which causes it to be rubbed through and when it does the system only is half engaged. This is like trying to put a transmission into gear without using the clutch. Eventually the gear grinding eats the teeth off the hubs. To repair it the hubs and the actuators need to be replaced and the vacuum line needs to be repaired and protected to prevent future issues. This is just one possible cause of trouble.
-Take care, the Motor Medics Dear Motor Medics,
I’ve had an ongoing issue with my 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The check engine light has been coming on and I’ve had it scanned several times and I got a code which says I have a failed thermostat. So here is the problem. I replaced the thermostat myself then had my local auto parts store who read the code clear it and now
less than a week later the light is back on with the same code. I have good heat and the temp gauge reads in the normal range. Have you ever seen this before?
-Mark in Manhattan, Kansas Dear Mark, We have seen this and one possibility is that the thermostat has failed a second time either due to a faulty part or there is something else wrong in the system which is making it think you have a failure. One of these possibilities is a failed temp sensor on the cooling system or possibly the connector going to it. When we make this repair which we do very often, we replaced the sending unit and its connector pigtail and the thermostat then clear the codes and verify operation. Some people opt to just do part of the repair but then find they need to go back and do the rest and end up spending more money. Diagnosing the system is fairly straight forward for a repair shop with a scanner, a multimeter and temp probe. Hope this helps you out.
-Take care, the Motor Medics For entertainment only. Always consult your local shop and follow all safety procedures before repairs. Come visit the Motor Medics® online at Underthehoodshow.com.
Todays Thought
The dating site says this guy has a corner office with a view of the whole city; he drives a $600,000 vehicle; and he’s paid to travel. Turns out he’s a bus driver.
The Mound Lake Association would like to acknowledge and thank the many businesses and individuals who contributed gift certificates, money, and merchandise to our annual picnic and fishing tournament. Our events were especially notable this year in celebration of the lake association’s 40th anniversary: All Stars Sports Bar & Grill, Arlene Hollenkamp, Burtrum Cabooze, Double “R” Bar & Grill, Fleet Farm, Fleet Supply, FTO, Hennen’s Floor Covering, Hub Supper Club, J&J Eagle Café & Meats, John Weise Ford, Kwik Trip, Lange’s, Magnifi Financial, Main Street Press, Mike Oquist, Nana’s Kitchen, Nancy’s Bait & Tackle, Neville Hardware, Patriots Cafe, Paul & Kathy’s Supermarket, RJ’s Country Store, Rock Tavern, Scheels, Schiffler’s Liquor, Shady’s Golden Eagle, State Farm, Steve Marsh, The Dark House Association, The Junction, Update Lumber, and Walmart! Thank you all!
The Mound Lake Association
The family of Norbert Andrew Brown offers to everyone sincere thanks for the prayers and support extended in the passing of our brother.
A special thank you to Rev. Gabriel Walz, and also to Jim Gohman and James Sinclair for the celebration of the Mass. Thanks to Julie Berscheit and Sue Roe for the beautiful hymns. Special appreciation and thanks to Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany and Moments Hospice for the caring staff who treated Norbert with compassion and respect. Thank you to Kathy Roske and St. Joseph’s Church team for providing the lunch. Thank you to Austin’s Floral. Thank you to Linda and staff at Patton-Schad Funeral Home for arrangements.
Thank you to everyone who gave cards, gifts, and flowers.
To Submit a Card of Thanks the cost is $5.00 for the first 50 words, 10¢ for each additional word. MUST BE PREPAID. Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336.
Volunteers Needed! Call 320-845-4070
Mon., Aug. 10: Salisbury steak, egg noodles, green beans, bread.
Tues., Aug. 11: Soup, meat & cheese on bun, spiced apples, dessert.
Wed., Aug. 12: Tilapia, rice, zucchini, bread.
Thurs., Aug. 13: Baked pork chop, whipped potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables, bread, cake.
Fri., Aug. 14: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, noodles, broccoli, bread, dessert.
Pre-registration requested to dine daily. For more info. call 320-845-4070.
A guy had a skunk in his basement! He called animal control and asked what to do.
The officer said to make a trail of bread crumbs or cat food from the basement out into the yard.
The guy called back and said: “Now I have two skunks in my basement!”
MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Tools, clothes, tiller, much more! Aug. 6-8: Thurs.-Fri.: 8am-4pm; Sat.: 8am-12pm. Melrose, 519 1st Ave. SW.
WANTED TO BUY: Dairy Heifers and Cows. 320-894-7175. SC-evB
WANTED: Original radiator, new or very good condition for a 1930 Ford Model A Coupe. Call/text 320-249-7694 with details. tfn-WD
WANTED: Cars and pickups from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s, in your weeds or sheds. 218-640-3807 or 218-756-2257.
WANTED: 14” and 15” 5-hole rims and or good tires for hayrack/gravity box. Apple press. Call 320-894-9118.
WANTED: Queen bed with box spring. Call 320-630-7429.
FOR SALE: Pull type camper with slide out, reasonable price. Call 320-267-5632.
FOR SALE: 1991 Dodge van, has bed, TV, 318 engine, $6,800. Call 320-267-5632.
FOR SALE: Never used, like new Coleman Connectable Tent System, main hub tent is 6 person, smaller 2 person tent can be separate or attach to the main tent. Have 2 sets available. Call 612-597-4477.
FOR SALE: Red potatoes $1 a pound. Call 320-360-8970.
FOR SALE: Reese 5th wheel hitch 16K w/ slide, $200. In Burtrum 970-518-9087. 8/13
FOR SALE: Yamaha 9.9 HP 4 stroke w/ shift, speed control, manual start, $1,000 or b/o. In Burtrum 970-518-9087. 9/24
MUST SELL: 2015 moped trike, $1800 or b/o. Call 320-248-6519.
FOR SALE: Orbi router RBR50 and 2 satellites RBS50, $50. iRobot Roomba 969 battery weak $25. Call 320-815-1768.
FOR SALE: 21’ pontoon, 25 hp. Evinrude Tracker motor w/fuel tank & extras, no trailer, $800. Call 320-630-7429.
FOR SALE: Graber bike rack for 2 bikes, fits a passenger car, $10. Call 612-240-1714.
FOR SALE: Globe men’s bike, 27 in. 21 speed, needs rear tire repair, $25, helmet included. Call 612-240-1714.
FOR SALE: Globe women’s bike, 27 in. 3 speed, rear brake needs repair, $25, helmet included. Call 612-240-1714.
FOR SALE: 8” Stihl earth auger, $120. Call 952-465-6953.
FREE: Kenmore chest freezer 43” long, 28” across, 36” high, old but works. Call 320-808-8631.
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