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5 Things you can’t recover in life -By Harvey Mackay
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Do you remember the old television show
“Let’s Make a Deal” and the master dealmaker Monty Hall?
People attended the show in hopes of being selected to negotiate a deal. Monty teased them with many options to complicate their decision-making. Everyone received something, but the people who made the right choices went home the happiest.
Life is like “Let’s Make a Deal” in that people make choices that are positively rewarded while others bring disappointment.
My sister sent me the “5 Things You Can’t Recover in Life.” I traced them back to a publication called “LifeHack.” I want to expand on each of these five important points.
A stone after it’s thrown. Anger can lead to unacceptable actions that we immediately regret. Hate has a way of bringing out the worst in people. Whether used to cover up feelings of fear or pain, hatred can quickly become all-consuming.
Remember that hatred blocks clarity. It causes you to be more impulsive and aggressive. Hate prevents you from seeing things that may be beneficial in solving problems. But attacking someone just because of who they are is destructive at every level. Learn to let hatred go and instead look for
positive points instead.
Most of us have experienced feelings of hatred at one time or another. If you have wronged someone, you should make amends or at least apologize. An angry person is seldom reasonable; a reasonable person is seldom angry.
A word after it’s said. The damage of gossip is not easily undone. Many times the harm that gossip inflicts is irrevocable. The tongue is but three inches long, yet it can kill a person six feet tall.
The Internet has brought gossiping up to warp speed. A rumor posted online can make it around the world in milliseconds. And although the post may seem anonymous and, therefore, “safe,” the damage is potentially irreparable.
Spreading rumors about co-workers can create a hostile environment that customers will pick up on. This is a good reason for avoiding gossip. Plus, the fact that I’ve seen many deals go down, due to gossip.
An occasion after it’s missed. Life’s most meaningful moments often happen when we’re present with others. Don’t miss the chance to be part of them. Personal events, such as family gatherings, birthdays or weddings, are prime opportunities to connect with loved ones and offer emotional support. Attending these events shows that you value your relationships and are willing to invest time in them. These events are often where cherished memories are made. By attending, you become part of stories that will be shared and remembered for years to come.
Events can offer networking opportunities. You might meet someone who
shares your interests or can offer advice or support in your personal or professional life. Engaging with others in different settings can lead to personal growth. You might learn something new about yourself or gain a fresh perspective on life.
Time after it’s gone. Killing time isn’t murder – it’s suicide. Time is precious. You can’t own it, but you can use it. You can’t keep it, but you can spend it. And once you’ve lost it, you can never get it back. You are the only one who can waste your time.
Many people fail because they let time manage them rather than managing their time.
Remember that great pep talk delivered by USA Olympic Coach Herb Brooks before the gold medal hockey game at Lake Placid? (Hint - watch the movie “Miracle.”) His inspirational words to his young team: “This is your time.”
My advice to you: Repeat those words while facing your mirror every day. You will never get that time back. This is your time.
Upcoming Events
THURSDAY, JULY 16
• The Art of Conversation Music Jam from 5-7 p.m., Upsala.
SATURDAY, JULY 18
• Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions Community Appreciation from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Fire Hall, Grey Eagle. See ad on page 7.
SUNDAY, JULY 19
• Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions Tractor Pull starting at 11 a.m. at the Lions Park, Grey Eagle. See ad on page 7.
THURSDAY, JULY 23
• Grey Eagle Senior Citizens Meeting at 4:30 p.m. Potluck & Bingo to follow at the Grey Eagle Senior Center.
SAT.-SUN., AUGUST 1-2
• 77th Annual Barley Days. Sat. Polka Mass at 7:30 p.m. Sun. Parade at 11 a.m.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4
• Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting at 2 p.m. at CentraCare West Campus Board Room, Long Prairie.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
• Folk & Old-Time Music & Potluck from 1-3 p.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6
• The Art of Conversation Music Jam from 5-7 p.m., Upsala.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 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.
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.
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BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP
• Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.
BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL
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• Holdingford: Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Holdingford City Hall.
FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL
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FREEPORT LIONS CLUB
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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
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UPSALA FARMERS MARKET
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“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne
Privacy
There was a time when your phone was on a party line. This meant that every phone on the line rang whenever anyone on the line had a phone call. Outgoing calls made to the operator (central) would also ring on everyone’s line and since many on the party line would pick up their phones to maybe get some special news or gossip to share with their friends. That way fires, animal breeder calls, gas delivery requests, sickness and pregnancy became common knowledge in the community.
WWII made great changes in the “listening in” methods. America, Britain and Germany invested large amounts of money and manpower to try to find out what the enemy was planning and where they were. Radio messages were sent from headquarters to the troops on the ground and these messages were intercepted by locations around the world. They were usually sent in code, but the code was man made, therefore with a great deal of effort code-breakers were able to find out what was being said and the locations of the receiving location. One of our best examples of the benefit of codebreaking was prior to the Japanese attack on Midway. It was determined that there would be a devastating attack in the Pacific, where and when it would happen and our Navy and Airforce were able to get prepared to turn the aggressive attack by Japan into a victory for us. Being able to obtain the approximate location of the Japanese fleet certainly improved our chances of success.
We had listening locations around the world, including the Arctic. As you can imagine, a hidden location on an iceberg during the dark winter wasn’t a duty assignment that many operators requested. It usually consisted of a very small unimproved building covered with snow and ice to make it less noticeable by overhead enemy search planes. The building was filled with large listening devices. Cold and miserable.
A new device was created to get closer to Russian messages and make visible surveillance possible. A DC3 or in some cases, a C47 was rebuilt to become the newest surveillance device. (The DC3 is remembered by many to be the plane used by North Central Airlines. Its back end was low to the ground with two larger landing wheels under the wings. It had 2 engines on the wings and when parked, looked like it was pointed to the sky.) The remodeled plane had it’s wings
swept back at 33 degrees, three jet engines on each wing and it’s fuselage was transformed into a total listening device. It was able to fly at 500 mph and travel at 41,000 feet, an altitude far better than the other spy planes from the 1950’s.
Today our world is under constant surveillance. Space vehicles, planes and other electrical powered air vehicles are constantly watching actions and developments on earth. Messages that you send or receive with your electrical devices are being gathered and possibly analyzed. BIG BROTHER is watching you.
For feedback or story ideas, email Tom at kuehneins@gmail.com.
Harvey Mackay continued from pg 2
Trust after it’s lost. The most important five-letter word in business is T-R-U-S-T. Trust is central to doing business with anyone. Without it, you have another word that begins with T: Trouble. Trust can be fragile, especially in the workplace. Once it’s broken, few companies, managers or employees ever win it back.
At every level of every organization, workers need to understand the importance of keeping their word and living up to the organization’s values. Customers and coworkers want to know they can depend on management. Trust between managers and employees is crucial to the long-term enthusiasm, loyalty and productivity of the company. For any successful working relationship, trust is a must.
In other words, don’t rely on second chances. Get it right the first time.
Mackay’s Moral: Live your life carefully – there are no reruns.
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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From the Desk of Pastor Bruce
There are times in your life that you get caught up in a particular sin. It might be lying, or cheating, or gossiping, or pornography, or any number of ungodly characteristics. Your mind plays tricks on you and justifies your actions, but the guilt gets greater and you get increasingly miserable. You become irritable and grumpy for supposedly no reason, and your life is getting frustrating.
You are burdened down by your sin and guilt. It’s time to confess your sins! God promises to forgive you. 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.” Confession is good for the soul; it brings peace and forgiveness. But the other half to confession is turning from your sin. Acts 3:19 “Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord,” So that your sins may be wiped out! That one action can bring healing to your soul today!
One of the most freeing verses I know and have used in many situations, and I believe works well in the life of sin and misery
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is Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Put your life and trust in Jesus, confess your sins and turn from your wicked ways… and the peace of God, that is outside our scope of understanding will guard your hearts in Christ Jesus. Amen.
Live the joy-filled life, put Jesus back on the throne of your heart.
-Pastor Bruce Miller from Swanville Bible Church, 320-547-2916
Pulse on People
Area residents are among the 1195 students named to the 2026 Spring Semester Dean’s List at the University of Mary in Bismarck. This number includes students in Mary’s undergraduate program and in adult education. To qualify for the honor, traditional undergraduate students must earn a 3.50 or better grade point average while carrying at least 12 credit hours.
Students enrolled in the UMary Online program must earn a 3.50 or better grade point average while at a full-time adult learner status.
Abigail Welle of Freeport, Nadia Berscheit of Grey Eagle, Rachel Becker of Long Prairie, Maria Buntjer of Long Prairie, Margaret Murtha of Long Prairie, Lily Peterson of Swanville.
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Joyce A. Karnes
Joyce A. Karnes, age 83 of Burtrum, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026 at Cura in Long Prairie, Minnesota. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Moses Dane Cemetery in Burtrum.
Joyce Ann Allen was born June 7, 1943 in Provo, Utah to Joseph and Neva (Raatz) Allen. She was united in marriage to Hoyt Karnes on June 27, 1958 in Burtrum. Throughout her life, Joyce worked at various jobs including Stearns in Grey Eagle and Munsingwear in Little Falls. Her last job was working at Walmart in Little Falls. She enjoyed visiting with people as they passed through Walmart but due to health reasons, Joyce stopped working and remained at home doing things around the house. She enjoyed sewing, flowers, reading, and doing crossword puzzles. She will be missed for her joking personality. Survivors include her husband, Hoyt Karnes of Burtrum; children, Shelley (Mike) Barthel of Swanville, Joseph (Olivia) Karnes of Michigan, Shari (John) DeFoe of Burtrum, Jerry (Patricia) Karnes of Burtrum, James Karnes of Swanville, and Shannon (Glen) Throener of Swanville; son-in-law, Dave Mayers of Swanville; 23 grandchildren and 45 great grandchildren; and brother, Galen (Geraldine) Allen of Grey Eagle. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Shirley Mayers on July 28, 2024.
Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.
Clara K. Michael
Clara K.
Michael, age 83 of Freeport, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026, surrounded by her family at Cura Care Center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Daniel Walz officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery.
Clara Katherine Job was born on August 15, 1942, in Freeport, Minnesota to Ralph and Wilhelmina (Wensman) Job. She graduated from high school in 1960. On May 9, 1964, she was united in marriage to Jerry Michael at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport. Together, they raised seven children on the family farm.
Clara worked as a clerk at Schulzetenberg Hardware in Freeport from November 1960 until May 1964. From 1964 to 1997, she managed the financial and business records for the family farm. Beginning in March 1996 and continuing through 2016, she served as the clerk for Millwood Township. She also worked as an administrative assistant at Mayers from 1999 to 2007. Dedicated to lifelong learning, Clara completed adult education courses in computer applications, gaining skills that enhanced her administrative and office work.
Clara was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in St. Rosa, Minnesota.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry Michael of Freeport, children, Donna Heinen of Sauk Centre, Jeff (Jolene) Michael of Freeport, Dean (Lisa) Michael of Chippewa Falls, WI, Mary (Dean) Muellner of Inver Grove Heights, Susan (Mike) McGoldrick of Edina, James (Jean) Michael of Sauk Rapids, and Marisa (Jason) George of Sauk Centre; brothers and sisters, Dorothy Blommel of Grey Eagle, Arthur Job of Dayton, Louis (Mathilda) Job of Freeport, Mary Jane Urbashich of Melrose, Richard Job of Ankeny, Iowa, and Ethel Carlson of Prior Lake; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Clara was preceded in death by her parents; brothers and sisters, Harold Job, Dolores Waldorf, Edward Job, and Marcella Berscheid. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Freeport.
Audry Olivia Lang
It is with great sadness that Audry Olivia Lang, age 82, of Avon, passed away at home on July 1, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She will be remembered for her kind heart and sense of humor.
Audry was born on June 23, 1944, in Krain Township to Edward and Veronica (Wolters) Vos. She married Robert Lang on July 5, 1969, at St. Anthony Church in St. Anthony. She earned her bachelor’s degree in social work and worked as a social worker in Grand Marais. Later, she coowned a forklift repair business with Bob. Yet of all the roles she held, the one she treasured most was being a mother to her children, who were the loves of her life.
Audry loved gardening and watching and feeding the birds on her deck. She was an animal lover, especially of cats, dogs, and horses. Audry and Bob enjoyed traveling and RV camping together. Most notably, they spent five weeks in Europe on their honeymoon, traveling on five dollars per day. They also enjoyed camping at Two Island Lake outside Grand Marais. In retirement, they RVed all the way to Alaska and back.
Audry is survived by her loving husband, Robert “Bob” Lang of Avon; her children, Greg (Mary Hobday) Lang of Apple Valley, Charles (Michal) Lang of Fargo, North Dakota, Thomas (Matthew Weiss) Lang of Minneapolis, and Marie (Shawn Gallagher) Lang of Avon; her brother, Charles Vos; and her grandchildren, Julian and Elliot Lang.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Veronica Vos; and her siblings, Thomas Vos, Marie Wiener, and Bernie Jennissen.
Nicole M. Meier, age 37 of Eden Prairie, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at her home in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 p.m. Monday, July 20 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Edina with Rev. Nicholas Vance officiating. A private inurnment will be held at a later date.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday at the church.
Nicole Mae Meier was born December 19, 1988 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Donald Meier and Deanna Weinrich. She graduated from Apple Valley High School in 2007 and furthered her education at Normandale Community College and later transferred to St. Cloud State University for Biology, Chemistry, and her interest in aviation. She met her fiancé, Jeff Mobley, while they were both working at Starkey Hearing. The couple had three children, and Nicole was able to be a stay-at-home mother.
She attended Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Edina and St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Plymouth. Nicole loved everything about airplanes and aviation, gardening, crafting, interior design, and most importantly, making sure her children were safe and ok.
Survivors include her children, Cora, Jackson, and Evelyn Mobley-Meier of Eden Prairie; fiancé, Jeff Mobley of Eden Prairie and his mother, Deb (Scott) Fryklund of Golden Valley; parents, Don (Kelly Braun) Meier of Minnetonka and Deanna (Matt) Kabliska of Onalaska, Wisconsin; grandmothers, Ginny Meier of Albany and Sharon Weinrich of Crosby; sister, Grace Kabliska of La Crosse, Wisconsin; brother, John Kabliska of Eden Prairie; and many loving relatives and friends.
Nicole was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Arnold “Arnie” Meier and Gordon Weinrich; and uncle, Kevin Weinrich.
Roberto Raya-Park
Roberto RayaPark “Berto”, age 26 of Duluth, formerly of Melrose, passed away at his residence on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, July 17 at River of Life Church in Sauk Centre. A Funeral Service and Celebration of Life will follow at 11 a.m. officiated by Pastor Kyle Peterson.
Berto was born on February 14, 2000, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Roberto “Rube” Raya Orozco and Shannon Raya. He grew up in Melrose alongside his two sisters, where he enjoyed a childhood surrounded by the love of family, relatives, and lifelong friends.
Berto attended Melrose Area Public Schools from kindergarten through his senior year, graduating with the Class of 2018. He often spoke about how grateful he was to have grown up in a close-knit small-town community. He spent many weekends at Grandma Margarita’s with all of his cousins, aunts, and uncles. Some of his favorite memories included bonfires, jumping on the trampoline, and countless summer days spent at Fairy Lake. He loved fishing local lakes and treasured trips up north with his Grampa and other family members. He also learned to water-ski behind his Grampa’s boat on Fairy Lake.
He was baptized and received his First Communion at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. At age 12, he attended Camp Lebanon with his cousin, Haden McGaughey, from Texas. When he was 16, Berto landed his first job working on a local farm. Through hard work and dedication, he quickly saved enough money to purchase his first truck—a milestone he was incredibly proud of.
Beginning in seventh grade, Berto participated in both wrestling and football, continuing both sports through his senior year. His family rarely missed a game or wrestling match, proudly supporting and cheering him on throughout his athletic career. After high school, Berto began a relationship with Sadie Pitzer. Together they welcomed their son, Leon James Raya, on December 19, 2021. Becoming a father was one of the greatest joys of Berto’s life. He cherished every moment spent with Leon, lovingly calling him his “mini-me.” The bond they shared was filled with love, laughter, and special memories that will forever be treasured.
Over the past four years, Berto faced a difficult battle with addiction. His journey included periods of detox, treatment, recovery, and relapses as he worked to overcome the disease. Tragically, he lost that battle on July 2, 2026. His passing has left an immeasurable void in the lives of those who loved him. Berto will be remembered for his kind heart, his love for family and friends, and the many happy memories he created throughout his life.
Roberto is survived by his 4-year-old son, Leon; Leon’s mother, Sadie Pitzer; father, Roberto “Rube” Raya Orozco of Mexico; mother, Shannon Raya; sisters, Estefani Raya-Park and Liliana Raya-Park, all of Melrose; grandparents, Glenn and Donna Park of Long Prairie and Margarita Orozco Jimenez of Mexico; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Adolfo Raya Paramo of Mexico.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
Memorials are preferred in support of Nicole’s children’s future.
Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
Nicole M. Meier
Harriette LaVada Scherer
Harriette LaVada Scherer (née Marsh) passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at the age of 97, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 10, 1928, in Plentywood, Montana, she overcame humble beginnings to become the first in her family to graduate from high school and earn a teaching certificate. She taught in a one-room rural school before marrying the love of her life, Cletus Scherer, in 1949.
Harriette devoted her life to her faith, her family, and serving others. Alongside Cletus, she helped build several family businesses, including Scherer’s Pickled Gizzards, while raising their children and creating a home known for its warmth and generous hospitality. A lifelong reader, music lover, gardener, and traveler, she found joy in learning, adventure, and welcoming everyone to her table.
Active in her parish, community organizations, and volunteer work, Harriette quietly exemplified Christian service. She was deeply proud of her children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, cherishing every opportunity to encourage and celebrate them.
Survivors include her children, Daniel (Barbara) Scherer of Delano, Mary Ann (Jim) Loecken of Melrose, Irene (Paul) Petersen of Fergus Falls, and David Scherer and Ann Jessome of Bedford, Nova Scotia; ten grandchildren, Melissa, Michelle, Ben, Patrick, Raechel, Beth, Nathan, Adam, Lauren and William; thirteen great-grandchildren, Isabelle, Jack, Sativa, Owen, Audrey, Wally, Clete, Emmy, Eloise, Cora, Vivienne, Karlie and Drew; and two great-greatgrandchildren, Phionyx and Orion.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Cletus; infant daughter Elizabeth Lucy; granddaughter Cindy; her parents; and her siblings: Marion, Helen, Fredrick, Raymond, and Clifford Marsh.
Harriette’s life reflected the virtues described in Proverbs 31—a faithful servant, devoted wife and mother, compassionate neighbor, and gracious host. Her legacy lives on in the family she nurtured, the lives she touched, and the enduring example of a life well lived in service to God and others.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Vince Lieser officiating. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
Bernard J. Bussmann
Bernard J. Bussmann, age 91 of Melrose, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at the Cura Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Mitchell Bechtold officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and 10 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at the church in Melrose.
Bernard Joseph Bussmann was born February 7, 1935 to Bernard “Ben” and Elizabeth (Wenker) Bussmann. He went to country school through the eighth grade which he finished in seven years. He was united in marriage to Clotilda “Tillie” Blonigen on May 16, 1956 at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin. Bernard was born and raised on the family farm which is a 3rd generation farm and a century farm, family owned since 1897. He dairy farmed into the 1990’s and later raised beef cattle and hogs. Bernard owned and operated his custom chopping business since 1957, starting with a one row chopper behind a Farmall H and ending with a self-propelled chopper.
Bernard was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. He enjoyed taking trips to the casino, playing cards with family and friends, and did lots of traveling. Bernard made several trips to Alaska, Germany, and numerous other states from coast to coast.
Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Clotilda “Tillie” Bussmann of Melrose; children, Ronnie (Mary Lou) Bussmann of Grey Eagle, Karen (Jim) Sand of New Munich, Jenny (Rick) Mayers of Melrose, Bonnie (Phil) Poepping of New Munich, and Brenda (Nick) Knick of Englewood, Florida; son-in-law, Lee MacRae of Spicer; 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Darlene Bussmann of Melrose; and brother-inlaw, Vic Goebel of Freeport.
Bernard was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Elizabeth Bussmann; daughter, Lynn MacRae; sisters and brother, Anna Mae (Jim) Morrison, Cecilia (Donovan) Hansen, Bernice (Clarence) Theiler, Rita (Jerome) Poepping, Lorraine (Jack) Kraker, Eddie Bussmann, Betty Lou Goebel, and Doris (Reuben Weiner and Charles Peterson) Peterson.
Memorials can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
Swanville Lions Club chicken barbeque. Photos by Lori Young.
Sudoku
Sudoku is one of the most popular puzzle games of all time. The goal of Sudoku is to fill a 9×9 grid with numbers so that each row, column and 3×3 section contain all of the digits between 1 and 9. As a logic puzzle, Sudoku is also an excellent brain game.
Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey
Dear Dave, I’ve never had a credit card in my life. I do have a $600 monthly car payment right now, and it’s my only debt. I owe $10,000 on the vehicle. Currently, I have a six-month emergency fund saved, plus $25,000 in a regular savings account. I’m in sales, so my pay often fluctuates from month to month. Should I pay off the car from savings, or hang on to that money just in case things in my job take a downturn?
-Mike
Dear Mike,
I’m proud of you for never caving in to the temptation of credit cards. That sets you apart from the vast majority of folks in America today. But I’m not letting you off the hook on the car payments.
I don’t care what anyone else says, debt is never a good thing. And it’s absolutely the last thing you want in your life when your job compensation structure is unpredictable. Now,
it sounds to me like you’re in pretty good shape financially, except for the car payments. It may be the only debt you have, but it’s still like a ball and chain around your neck when it comes to your money.
I want you to take a moment, and think about all the great things you could do if you didn’t have that monthly payment flying out the door. I mean, an extra $600 in your pocket every month would be pretty cool, right? If I were in your shoes, I’d take $10,000 out of savings today, and pay off that car. You’d be completely debt-free in a heartbeat, plus you could rebuild your savings in no time with the money you’ll free up. On top of all that, you’d still have your emergency fund of six months of expenses sitting there untouched.
Debt always equals risk, Mike. Always. Write a check today, man, and pay off that car. You’ll be surprised at how much lighter and more comfortable you feel with no debt—or the potential consequences of debt—weighing you down!
-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.”
Ask The Motor Medics®
From the Hosts of the Under The Hood radio show.
Dear Motor Medics,
I want to know about drive by wire steering. I am purchasing a
new car with it and it has me concerned and wanting to know more before I buy as I don’t know how it works or if it’s safe. Does it really have no connection between the steering wheel and wheels? What if it quits working?
-Bryan in Vandalia, Missouri
Dear Bryan, Drive-By-Wire has been around for more than a decade in many vehicles and is also used in aircraft. You could almost compare it to remote control where you command the action of a device remotely without being in physical connection to it. Electric Throttle Control is the most common and is used in most cars and trucks on the road today but we are now seeing steering go this way due to autonomous cars and self-parking modes that are coming into the market. Throttles have at least two sensors for redundancy and if it fails, well, you just don’t accelerate; if steering fails, not so good... Engineers have taken our safety into account and have designed the system so that there is a physical connection that is made whenever the electronics are not powered just in case there is a failure. This safety system was designed to prevent safety issues in the event of a failure. We suggest you get online and investigate further for your own piece of mind before you choose to purchase one.
-Take care, the Motor Medics
Dear Motor Medics, I listen to Under The Hood both here in the United States, North America, and when I’m in my second home in Central America in Costa Rica at my dive shop. You really Are Americas’ Favorite Car-talk show. The signals are a little weak there on my old Mazda truck,
so I have to listen via internet. My question is about the Mazda. I need to find parts for it in the way of door trim. That little chrome piece is missing from the bottom of the side door glass, and you can’t get one here and they never sold this model in the U.S. What do I do?
-Scott in Sioux Falls, SD
Dear Scott,
Thanks for listening to the show way down there; maybe if you get a little higher up your radio will have better reception. As for the body parts, ouch. We get this question from many of our listeners who are not in the United States who drive vehicles only made in other parts of the world. You know because you own one, but many folks don’t know that a Mazda truck or a Ford truck or car made overseas is very different looking even though it may carry the same model’s name. As for parts, we know salvage yards there are not many so get online and see if you may find one across the pond in New Zealand or Australia. Good luck parts hunting.
-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.
Stearns Co. Sheriff’s Office
Missing Person: July 11, 2026: The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a missing individual from a farm site at 280489 County Road 9 in Farming Township. The individual was last seen walking on a field road several hours prior.
An extensive search was conducted to locate the individual. The Stearns County Sheriff’s office was assisted by the Chain of Lakes Fire Department, Richmond Fire Department, Albany Fire Department, and Avon Fire Department.
K-9 Units from Sauk Centre Police Department, Stearns County Sheriff’s Office and Northstar Search and Rescue assisted.
Plane and Helicopter search teams from the Minnesota State Patrol and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources assisted.
Drone teams from the Sartell Police Department, St. Cloud Police Department and Stearns County Sheriff’s Office were used in the area.
The Stearns-Benton Dive Team also searched for areas of water on the property. The Stearns County ATV Search and Rescue and Stearns County Mounted Posse conducted land searches. Stearns County Emergency Management provided support at the scene.
At 10:52 PM, a drone operator with the St. Cloud Police Department located a heat signature in a corn field. Officers responded to the area and were able to locate the male and provide medical care, until Mayo ambulance arrived and transported to St. Cloud Hospital. The Stearns County Sheriff’s Office appreciates all the volunteers and agencies that responded to assist.
Local Municipality Minutes
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Burtrum City • June 2, 2026
Call to Order/Roll Call: The Mayor called the meeting order at 7:00PM.
Attendance: Mayor Romie Gessell Jr., Sara Macho, Bobby Veldkamp Jr., Juli Scherping, and Irene Ehlert. City Clerk Brooke Thieschafer.
The Pledge of Allegiance recited.
Agenda: Macho made a motion to approve the agenda. Ehlert supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Minutes: Veldkamp made a motion to approve the minutes. Ehlert supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Bills: Macho a motion to approve the bills. Scherping supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Todd County Sheriff’s Report: City Clerk went over the calls for the month.
Building Permits - None
Old Business: a. Tree Removal - A discussion was had about properties and clean up. A discussion was had about a couple trees on Lincoln Street West. The Mayor did talk to one of the owners. A conversation will be had with the owners of the properties, a written notice will be sent to all parties regarding the removal and safety hazard the tree will cause.
b. City Clean Up Day. - It was a successful day. Waiting on the invoice from the township.
New Business: a. Long Lawns - A discussion was had about maintaining lawns in the city limits. Talks about a new ordinance or an amendment to the current about keeping up with the lawns or may be fined.
b. Donation to Todd County Development Corp; Council made a decision to table for now.
c. City Wide Garage Day - A date was decided to have City Wide Garage Sale on September 25-26. Save the date.
d. Dust Control - The Mayor has reached out to Herdering to get us scheduled. It has not taken place yet.
e. Innovated Grant $2500 - City Clerk will apply.
f. 250 Anniversary Banner. Veldkamp made a motion to order up to $50 banner. Ehlert supported. All in favor.
Open Floor: Fencing around the basketball courts will be starting next week. Ehlert made a motion to buy the flowers for $200. Scherping supported. All in favor, motion carried.
Announcements
Adjournment: Macho made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:48 PM. Veldkamp supported. All in favor, motion carried.
The next City Council meeting is scheduled for July 7th, 2026 at the Burtrum Community Center.
Brooke Thieschafer, City Clerk
Upsala City • July 6, 2026
Call to Order/Attendance: The City Council meeting was called to order at Upsala City Hall by Mayor Rollie Johnson at 7:00 P.M. The pledge of allegiance was said.
On roll call members present: Mayor Rollie Johnson, Council Members Scott Taylor, Logan Vieth, Joan Olson and Alan Gunderson. Staff present: City Clerk-Treasurer Jane Popp & Public Works Director-Mike Tschida. Minutes: Vieth moved to approve minutes from June 1, 2026, City Council Meeting, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously. Gunderson moved to approve minutes from April 22, 2026, Local Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting, 2nd by Vieth. Motion carried unanimously.
Added agenda items: Vieth moved to approve the agenda as presented, 2nd by Taylor. Motion carried unanimously.
Presentations: Mark Klem and Kris Am-
buehl from Bollig Engineering Bollig Engineering PER Scope Review: Gunderson moved to approve PER Scope Review, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.
Department Reports: Fire Department Report Chief Nicholas Johnson reported no calls for June.
First Response Team: First Response Team Vice President Haus reported four calls for June.
Maintenance Report: Tschida reported on water and sewer levels as well as the various tasks done throughout the city. Gunderson moved to approve to re-hire Mike Tschida as Public Works Director, 2nd by Vieth. Motion carried unanimously.
City Office Report: Popp reviewed the July Calendar.
Planning Commission: Shawn Tenney is working on a drawing for the housing development on Basswood Ave.
Heritage Days: The next meeting is July 8, 2026.
Unfinished Business:
New Business: Resolution 7-6-2026-1 donation of $2,500 from Upsala Lions Club for Heritage Day Fireworks Gunderson moved to approve resolution 7-6-2026-1 donation of $2,500 from Upsala Lions Club for Heritage Day Fireworks, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.
Resolution 7-6-2026-2 donation of $1,000 from Upsala Firemen’s Relief Assoc Gambling Fund for Heritage Day Fireworks Vieth moved to approve resolution 7-6-2026-2 donation of $2,500 from Upsala Lions Club for Heritage Day Fireworks, 2nd by Taylor. Motion carried unanimously.
Gambling Permit: Upsala American Legion Post 350 (November 11, 2026) Gunderson moved to approve the Gambling Permit for the Upsala American Legion with no waiting period, 2nd by Vieth. Motion carried unanimously.
Gambling Permit: Upsala Ball Park Association (January 30, 2027) Taylor moved to approve the Gambling Permit for the Upsala Ball Park Association with no waiting period, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.
Gambling Permit: Team Steph for a cancer benefit (August 29, 2026) Gunderson moved to approve the Gambling Permit for Team Steph for a cancer benefit with no waiting period, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.
Acknowledgements to the Upsala Lions Club and Upsala Fire Relief Association for the fireworks donation.
Financials Vieth moved to approve the bills as presented, 2nd by Gunderson. Motion carried unanimously.
Updates/FYI: Next Regular City Council Meeting will be August 3 at 7:00 pm.
Adjourn: Vieth moved to adjourn at 8:43pm, 2nd by Olson. Motion carried unanimously.
Jane Popp, Clerk/Treasurer
Albany Senior Dining
Volunteers Needed! Call 320-845-4070
Mon., July 20: BBQ chicken, tater tots, 3 bean salad, bread, cookie.
Tues., July 21: Beef tips w/mushrooms & onions & gravy over noodles, beets, bread.
Wed., July 22: Soup, sandwich, banana. Thurs., July 23.: Chicken ala king over biscuit, pineapple, cookie.
Fri., July 24: Salmon patty on bun, cucumber salad, kettle chips.
Pre-registration requested to dine daily. For more info. call 320-845-4070.
Patrick “Pete” Wruck
Patrick “Pete” Wruck, age 77 of Grey Eagle, passed away peacefully July 10, 2026 surrounded by his family at his home.
A visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 17 at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose.
Patrick Joseph was born March 18, 1949 to Ervin and Lucille (Barthel) Wruck. He was raised on the family farm near Silver Corners; he resided in that area for most of his life. Patrick has three beautiful children who he was extremely proud of, Kelly (Glenn) Maciej of Burtrum, Chad (Pam) Wruck of St. Cloud, and Nichole (Joe) Holthaus of Bowlus. He has 13 grandkids, Tyler Skwira, Jordan, Emily, Raylynn and Brian Skroch, Caitlin Good, Chloe and Carlie Wruck, Breanna, Kiara, Sofia, Joseph and Jedidiah Holthaus. He was blessed with 14 great grandchildren. He would often be heard boasting to others about his children, favorite sons-in-law, grandkids and great grandkids. Even as he took his last breath, he made sure his daughters were protected.
Patrick had many jobs and was a hard worker, a trait he passed on to his family. He worked on irrigation systems, drove semi and had 39 years with the trade union of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. His favorite of these was driving a semi-truck. He had a love for the road even in retirement. He just loved driving, as he said the sound of the road was his home. Patrick saw all the states west of the Mississippi on his HarleyDavidson and completed the “Iron Butt” before it was an association. He loved muscle cars, his favorites being his 1968 Pontiac LeMans and his 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. Patrick had a love for the outdoors, if he was nowhere to be found, just look to the woods. While residing in Grey Eagle Township for the last 15 years, he easily hand planted over 1500 trees on the property, contributing to the well over 3,000 trees he had hand planted throughout his lifetime.
Patrick was a proud American who deeply respected the United States Constitution and proudly flew the 1776 flag at all his properties. His hobbies he proudly passed down to his children are building swallow houses, reloading ammunition, target practice, and hunting; always teaching them to respect their weapons. Patrick also enjoyed helping his children with any projects they had, especially if they were planting new trees at their homes. Chad mastered every lesson his dad taught him, bringing extreme pride to his father. In 2023 Patrick married Vivian, always encouraging her personal and professional growth, she remained at his side till his last days. He treasured his time with all his family at Kelly’s lake home where he enjoyed delicious meals, sitting in the woods, peaceful pontoon rides, playing cards and making lasting memories with family and friends. Patrick lived up to the meaning of his last name Wruckmeaning cantankerous/stubborn even til his last breath.
Other survivors include his brothers and sisters, Gerald, Darlene Chock, David, Shirley Leyk, Kathleen Gratke, and Brian.
Patrick is preceded in death by his parents,
Ervin and Lucille Wruck; brothers, Duane, Richard, and Larry; sister, Sandra Szczech; nephews, Trevor Wruck, David Ratka, and Brian Leyk; great granddaughter, RiverLynn VanNorman; brothers and sisters-in-law, Tom Chock, Bonnie Wruck, Jim Leyk, Gene Gratke, and Jayne Wruck.
Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
James Richard Dean, age 78, passed away on July 6, 2026. He was born in Minneapolis and attended school in St. Louis Park before his family moved to Willmar while James was in elementary school; he graduated from Willmar High School in 1966.
Gifted with a strong voice, he performed in school musicals, local theater, and at the Minnesota State Fair amateur talent contest, winning several awards over the course of his lifetime.
He continued singing in the school choir at North Dakota State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in architecture.
Dean worked as a registered architect for firms in Fargo and then St. Paul with business partner Joel Davy, earning recognition from the American Institute of Architects. In 1983, he launched his solo firm, James R. Dean Studio, in Avon, Minn., where he lived in a house that he designed.
A lifelong photographer, Dean sold his photos in self-published books, postcards, and calendars. His photography was recognized by the Rourke Art Gallery + Museum in Moorhead, Minn., with an exhibition and prize.
He was preceded in death by parents Donald and Marian (Koefed) Dean.
Survivors include his brother, John (Cindy) Dean, of Willmar, nephews Donald Dean, Brian Halgrimson, Kevin Halgrimson, niece Laura Gambrino and numerous grandnephews and grandnieces.
A memorial will be held July 18 at 2 p.m. at Aunt Annie’s Listening Room & Gallery, 109 Avon Ave. S., Avon, Minn. Burial and lunch to follow.
A Bus Funny
As they wait for the bus, Mother tells little Johnny to say he’s 4 years old if the driver asks, so he can ride for free.
As they get into the bus, the driver asks Johnny how old he is.
“I am 4 years old,” Johnny replied.
“And when will you be six years old?” asked the driver.
“When I get off the bus.”
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Eagle - Burtrum Lions Club
COMMUNITY APPRECIATION
Saturday, July 18, 2026 • 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Music by Darrell Vogel • 4:30-6:30 PM Complimentary Food & Refreshments
Donate Used Eye Glasses, Cell Phones & Hearing Aids!
at the Grey Eagle Fire Hall Free Will Donations Proceeds go back to community projects.
TRACTOR PULL
at the Lions Park, Grey Eagle Sunday, July 19, 2026 • 11 AM
James R. Dean
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MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE: Saturday, July 18: 9-2 pm. Church of the Good Samaritan, 529 Main Street S., Sauk Centre.
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Todays Thought
With high-definition TV everything looks bigger and wider. Kind of like going to your 25th high school reunion.
On July 10th, an airborne geophysical survey boom (often containing a horizontal magnetic gradiometer or electromagnetic sensors) was working south of Grey Eagle. They were doing Subsurface Mapping: The long horizontal bar suspended by the threepoint cable harness contains highly sensitive sensors (like cesium magnetometers) at either end. The helicopter flies in a precise grid pattern, low to the ground, to measure tiny variations in the Earth’s magnetic field or electrical conductivity. This data is used to map underground geology, locate aquifers (groundwater), or scout for mineral deposits without having to dig. Photo by John Young.
Beef x Dairy Seminar July 22 at the Greenwald Pub
With beef x dairy calf prices at record highs, every early-life calf management decision matters. Early-life management, including colostrum, nutrition, health protocols, and stress management, can have lasting effects on a calf’s health, performance, efficiency, and overall value. These topics and more will be discussed at the upcoming Beef x Dairy Insights: Calf Care & Early Management program, held Wednesday, July 22 at the Greenwald Pub from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Regristation:10:30-11:00 a.m. Please pre-register by Monday, July 20 at 507-372-3900, ext. 3904. For more information, contact Melissa Runck at (507) 372-3900, ext. 3904, or by email at mkrunck@umn.edu. UMN Extension invites all dairy producers, calf growers, and industry professionals involved in beef x dairy calf decision-making to attend.
