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Sales managers are the lifeblood of sales -By Harvey Mackay A sports enthusiast rented a dog at a hunting lodge and had wonderful luck with him. A month later he went back and asked for the same dog. “The lodge owner said, “Oh, you want Seller, but we’ve raised his rate from $50 to $100.” The hunter took the dog out anyway and enjoyed another fine day. When he came back a third time he asked for Seller again. The lodge owner explained that the dog was now called “Super Seller,” and the cost was up to $150. The hunter took the dog out just the same, insisting he was well worth the money. The next month when the hunter came back, he was greeted with a sad smile. The lodge owner said, “You can’t have your favorite dog this time. A few days ago, we made the mistake of naming him ‘Sales Manager.’ Now, all he does is sit on his tail and bark.” One of the most important jobs of today’s sales managers is to coach their salespeople. It’s not enough to pep them up and motivate them. A sales manager needs to go out on
sales calls and see what kind of research his or her sales reps have done to prepare for each call. They may need to be doing a lot more preparation. I always say there’s no such thing as a cold call at MackayMitchell Envelope Company. When it comes to the qualities that make a good sales manager, there are several key attributes that stand out and are essential for success in this role. The first is leadership. A good sales manager leads by example. They inspire and motivate their team to achieve goals while maintaining high morale. Leadership involves setting a clear vision and guiding the team toward it. I like these words of wisdom from leadership guru John Maxwell: “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way.” Second, effective communication is crucial. A sales manager must convey expectations clearly, provide constructive feedback and foster open dialogue within the team. Third is empathy and emotional intelligence. Understanding team members’ perspectives and emotions helps in building strong relationships. A sales manager with high emotional intelligence can manage conflicts and support their team effectively. Next, a good sales manager thinks strategically about market trends, customer needs and competitive positioning. They develop plans that align with the company’s
goals and adapt to changing circumstances. Sales managers should also be adept at coaching their team members, helping them develop their skills and reach their full potential. This involves providing guidance, support and training. You don’t rise to the occasion; you sink to the level of your training. “Investing in training and development leads to the most significant return on investment a company can have,” said Texas judge J.P. George. Analytical skills are next on the list. Analyzing sales data to identify trends, measure performance and make informed decisions is a critical part of the role. A good sales manager uses data to drive strategy and improve outcomes. The sales environment can be unpredictable. A successful sales manager remains resilient in the face of setbacks and
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Hometown News • Thursday, July 23, 2026 • Page 3
“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne Blueberries
This time of summer reminds me of one of the two days each year that we would take a vacation. When there were cows on the farm that needed to be milked twice a day, we had to be there. There was a time during the summer when some of the cows were “dried” in preparation for fall calving. This shortened the time spent milking, allowing a longer time to spend doing other things around the farm. The two days we were away from the farm were blueberry picking and the state fair. Preparation for both trips included finishing the milking, giving the cows their rations of grain, washing the milking machines and equipment, feeding the chickens and feeding the slop to the pigs. Mother would make sandwiches, bring up a jar of pickles and fill the water jugs. If the trip was to pick blueberries, the trunk of the car was layered with roasting and baking pans that had edges that would prevent berries from getting on the floor of the trunk. It’s about 7:45 a.m. and we’re on the road. Our destination was north of Staples, MN. The area to find blueberries was in the many acres of Jack Pines. We would start picking about 9:30 a.m. and take a break at noon. I was impressed with the size and number of the trees. It was like something one dreams about to hear the breeze going through the trees. Each year really big mosquitoes would swarm and land on exposed skin, but they didn’t bite, but we would find wood ticks on our skin. The afternoon was spent trying to fill all of the pans in the car trunk. Most of the trips were completed with all of the pans full. Dad said that if we were going to drive all those miles and spend a whole day, we better have a bunch of berries to show for it. The trip back to the farm offered a feeling of satisfaction, since we had a successful trip. The pans of berries were removed from the car and placed on many of the level surfaces in the kitchen and laundry room. Flat surfaces included the kitchen stove, the dining tale and the trash burner. That evening was spent cleaning and washing the berries in preparation for freezing. My Mothers freezing method was to take a butter box, which she saved all year, put a plastic bag in it and fill it with as many raw berries as possible. The many boxes filled most of a shelf in the freezer. They were certainly tasty in the winter when they became
muffins, bars and topping for ice cream. Looking back, those one day blueberry trips each summer create special memories. We accomplished our goal in a beautiful setting, spent time away from the demands of the farm place and listened to sounds that were different from the farm. For a day, one didn’t constantly see the fence that needed to be repaired, the roof that needed fixing, the machine that wouldn’t work or the things that needed attention before the upcoming harvest. Ya, they were a good thing. For feedback or story ideas, email Tom at kuehneins@gmail.com.
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adapts to new challenges with a positive attitude. Don’t wish for things to be easier, wish for you to be better. Last, but certainly not least, is integrity and trustworthiness. Building trust within the team and with clients is vital. A sales manager who acts with integrity earns respect and loyalty, which are crucial for long-term success. A great sales manager sells his staff on the importance of managing their sales skills. Repetition is the key to mastery. As you can tell, I love sales. I still have “Salesman” printed on my calling cards. There is no business until a salesperson brings it through the front door. Just think of the world without salespeople. That’s why I was delighted when I found this gem from John Hancock Mutual Life, which I’m sure was written many years ago: “The salesperson sells cars, tractors, radios, televisions, iceboxes and movies, health and leisure, ambition and fulfillment. They ring a billion doorbells and enrich a billion lives. Without them there’d be no American ships at sea, no busy factories, no 60 million jobs. “For the great American salesperson is the great American civilizer, and everywhere they go they leave people better off.” Mackay’s Moral: A good sales manager is not just a boss; they’re a leader, mentor and strategist who empowers their team to achieve greatness. 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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Last Wednesday I found myself in ER, for five hours. I was weak, coughing nonstop, and had a slight temp. They did test after test and at some point, the doctor came in and said, “Sir, you are healthy, I can’t find anything wrong with you.” Then he said, “Is this how you are every time you get sick?” I’m not going to tell you what my impression of the doctor was at that time. He said one of the tests pointed to a clot in your lung, so we are going to give you a cat scan and rule out pneumonia and the clot. He came back awhile later and confirmed that I did not have pneumonia or a clot, but that the problem was a lung infection. I looked up what the causes of lung infections are and basically, it’s just breathing in harmful bacteria. Such a small little thing can cause a grown man to be totally wiped out. Sin in our lives can be explained in the same way. In fact, people around you may not even suspect you are living in sin, it’s not showing up anywhere! In fact, the infection of sin, is going to take your life, if not treated properly. Romans 5:12 says “Therefore, just
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Obituaries
Lawrence F. “Max” Sand
Lawrence F. “Max” Sand, age 98 of Freeport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at the VA Medical Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota. On June 11, 2026 he was laid to rest at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls, Minnesota. A Celebration of Life for Lawrence will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport, Minnesota with Fr. Virgil Petermeier, O.S.C. (nephew) officiating. Lunch to follow in the church basement. Lawrence Frank Sand was born on November 24, 1927 in St. Anthony, Minnesota to Nicholas and Anna (Olberding) Sand. He grew up on the family farm near St. Anthony and served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. Following his military service, Max worked for the Freeport Creamery, hauling milk for 32 years. An avid traveler, he visited Europe five times, China twice, and traveled throughout all 50 states and many other parts of the world. Max had a lifelong love of music and played accordion in a band for 40 years. He also volunteered five weeks each year at the Medora Music Festival for a total of 20 years. Lawrence could be seen every May at Charlie’s Café in Freeport distributing the VFW Buddy Poppy for donations. In his free time, he enjoyed bicycling around Freeport and collecting aluminum cans, often gathering as many as 10,000 cans each summer. He also enjoyed playing cards with many groups and family, especially Cribbage and Skat. He was a devoted member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport and a member of the Schanhaar-Otte VFW Post 7050 in Melrose serving as Chaplain. Max is survived by his sister, Vera Ritter of Melrose; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Henry, Alfred, Richard, and Victor Sand; sisters, Alma Pundsack, Helen Sand, Alvina Koglin, Loretta Petermeier, Alfrida Kerfeld, Monica Ritter, Theresa Goebel, and infant sister, Mary Sand. Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
Marie E. Dobmeier, age 93 of Albany, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany with Rev. Nick Kleespie, O.S.B. officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Thursday at the church. Marie Elizabeth Pohlmann was born July 4, 1933 in Melrose Township, Stearns County, Minnesota. She was the youngest of six children born to the late Joseph and Mary (Soenneker) Pohlmann. She attended rural elementary school and then graduated from St. Francis High School in Little Falls. She worked different jobs and also helped families with newborns. Marie met the love of her life, Hillary Dobmeier at a dance hall and years later married on July 3, 1956 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose, Minnesota. The couple purchased the Dobmeier family farm where they began their lives together. She was caregiver of Grandpa Dobmeier until his passing which was a “fulltime task.” Marie was a very good wife, mom, cook, farmer, and gardener. Whether picking choke cherries for jam or chasing cows, hoeing the garden, feeding calves, baking bread, or making sausage, she did it all! After Hillary passed away unexpectedly, Marie moved to Albany where she worked at KFC and then at the Freeport Community Center as a cook for weddings. Later, she volunteered at Mother Seton’s Store and Meals on Wheels. Survivors include her sons, Dan (Carol) Dobmeier and Tom (Anita) Dobmeier; five grandchildren, Jessica, Andrew, Alex, Austin, and Gracie; and seven great-grandchildren. Marie was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; an infant daughter; brothers, Joseph Pohlmann, Lawrence Pohlmann, and Edmund Pohlmann; and sisters, Sister Mary Paula Pohlmann, O.S.F.. and Valeria Boeckers. Memorials can be made to Moments Hospice. Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
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N o r b e r t Andrew Brown, our beloved brother, age 66 of Grey Eagle, transitioned to heaven on July 17, 2026 from the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Gabriel Walz officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church in Grey Eagle. Norbert was the 12th of 13 children born to George and Catherine (Williams) Brown. He grew up in Wykoff, MN on a farm driving tractor doing a man’s chores at a young age. At Wykoff High School he lettered in track and football. As running back he rushed for almost 1,000 yards during the senior year season and graduated in 1978. In 1979 he moved with his parents to Grey Eagle where he farmed for 45 years. He earned spots on the MN Dairy Herd Improvement Association (DHIA) Top 100 list for 8 years with low somatic cell count (scc). In 2002 and 2009 he was recognized for having the lowest scc herd in the state. His days revolved around the land, livestock, and the seasons. After selling off two Holstein dairy herds in 2007 and 2011, he raised Angus through January 2024. Norbert believed “every day is an adventure” and that the key is problem solving. Norbert loved his cows, was kind-hearted to all animals, enjoyed birdwatching and sharing stories and jokes. He especially enjoyed western movies, “Open Range” – a favorite, and WWII movies and books. Norbert honored D-day (June 6) coincidently also the feast day of St. Norbert. Norbert’s jack-of-all-trades skills, qualities of resilience, fortitude, work ethics, and honest decency kept him going until health issues changed retirement plans. Preceded in death by his parents; sister, Bernadette House; and brother, Kimmitt Brown. He is survived by siblings, Ann Brown, Theresa Springer, Lorna Taketa, William Brown, Helen (Trygve) Larsen, Cheryl (Robert) Olsen, Alice Hart, Stephanie (Wayne) Foster, Sandra (Martin) Flory, and Felicia (James) Hunt; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Donations can be made to charities of your choosing. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Service of Grey Eagle.
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Genevieve L. “Gennie” Welle, age 89 of Spring Hill, passed away, surrounded by her family on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at her home in Spring Hill, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Spring Hill with Rev. Mitchell Bechtold officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose. Genevieve Louise Lieser was born October 25, 1936 in Lake Henry, Minnesota to Alois and Agatha (Fuchs) Lieser. She was united in marriage to Vernon Welle on July 17, 1956 at St. Margaret’s Catholic Church in Lake Henry, Minnesota. Vernon and Gennie farmed all of their life northwest of Spring Hill. She was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Spring Hill, Christian Women, and Daughters of Isabella. Gennie truly enjoyed anything to do with farming. Her favorite chore was plowing the fields. She would stay in the field until the tractor ran dry. Survivors include her children, Debbie (Steve) Christians of Montevideo, Bobby (Donna) Welle of Spring Hill, Danny (Deanna) Welle of Spring Hill, and Kathy (Pete) LeClaire of Spring Hill; 12 grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren; sister and brother, Leona Spanier of Hemet, California and Paul (Judy) Lieser of Spring Lake Park. Gennie was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Welle on June 10, 2024; parents; grandson, John Paul LeClaire; brothers, Werner, Alvin, Alvarius, Peter, and Cyril Lieser; and sister, Leora Lesser. Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.
Darlene Young
The Mass of Christian Burial, celebrating the life of Darlene Young, age 84, of Holdingford, was held Monday, July 20th, at the Church of All Saints, St. Mary in Holdingford. Darlene died Monday at Cura of Melrose; burial was in the Sacred Heart (Arban) cemetery. Darlene was born on November 5, 1941, in St. Cloud to Ignatius and Alvina (Birk) Zabinski. She graduated from Cathedral High School and later met the love of her life, Jerome Young, at a dance in St. Cloud. The two were married on February 20, 1962, in the St. John Cantius Catholic Church. The couple moved to Arban and raised their seven children on the Young family farm. Darlene and Jerome spent over 25 years as volunteers for the Albany Pioneer Days, where they would share the history of Arban. Darlene was also very involved in her parish, singing in the choir, serving as an eucharist minister and reader, and helping with any tasks that came along. She enjoyed crafting, sewing, made beautifully embroidered dish towels, and perfected the recipe for “Sunshine Pickles”. Darlene was also known as a fabulous cook, especially by her children and anyone who helped work at the farm. No one left hungry! She was a member of the Church of All Saints, St. Mary, and the Christian Women. Darlene is survived by her children; Theresa (Mark) Beutz, Albany; Kenneth (Sandra) Young, St. Stephen; Kevin (Beth) Young, Avon; Joani (Pete) Neu, Becker; Marlene (Jeff) Panek, Hanover; Judy (Joey) Opatz, Holdingford; 19 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren on the way. She is also survived by her brothers, Gerald Zabinski, St. Augusta, and David (Patty) Zabinski, Minneapolis. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 63 years, Jerome; her daughter, Janice Pauly; and her great-granddaughter, Norah Pauly. She is also preceded in death by her siblings, Eugene, Fred, Laverne, Virgil, Jeanette, Donald, and Maryann.
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Katherine Faye Gebhardt Katherine “Kathy” Faye Gebhardt, beloved nurse, devoted family member and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at the age of 89. Kathy Faye Fowler was born on April 12, 1937, in Fairmont, Minnesota, to Osmer Merwin Fowler and Florence Glee Morgan Fowler. She graduated from Fairmont High School in 1955 and went on to attend Mankato State University, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Registered Nurse degree in 1958. On March 26, 1961, Kathy married Kenneth A. Gebhardt, at Fairmont Congregational Church. After living in several Minnesota communities, the couple settled in Sauk Centre in 1963. Their son, Kraig, was born on November 20, 1963, in Melrose. Kathy dedicated her life to caring for others through a distinguished nursing career. She was employed at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park and Immanuel Hospital in Mankato before moving to Melrose Hospital. Beginning in 1965, Kathy served as a Registered Nurse at Melrose Hospital, where she worked in numerous roles over a remarkable 37-year career. In her later years there, she served as Director of Nursing, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues, patients, and families alike. She also shared her talents through part-time work at St. Michael’s in
Sauk Centre. Family was at the center of Kathy’s life. She endured heartbreaking losses, including the death of her son, Kraig, in an automobile accident on March 27, 1981. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ken, on December 14, 2000, and by her sister, Florence Dyste of Midland, Michigan, on October 7, 2025. Kathy was a faithful member of First United Congregational Church in Sauk Centre. She treasured the friendships she formed throughout her life, especially her dear friend and “sister of the heart,” Melva Ammann of St. James. Melva’s children and grandchildren were near and dear to her heart and she shared many treasured memories with them over the years. Kathy is survived by her nieces and nephews: Timothy (Susan) Dyste of Midland, Michigan; Matt (Karen) Dyste of Eugene, Oregon; Karen (Max) DeVet of White Bear Lake, Minnesota; and Sue (Joel) Honaman of Brant, Michigan. She will be lovingly remembered by many extended family members, friends, former colleagues, and all whose lives she touched through her kindness and compassionate care. Kathy’s legacy is one of service, dedication, and love. Her commitment to nursing and her genuine concern for others left an enduring impact on her community and countless people. A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. A donation in Kathy’s name can be made to your favorite charity. “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral and Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.
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Grey Eagle City • June 9, 2026 The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Joseph Arnzen at 7:00 pm on the 9th day of June 2026 in Council Chambers. Council members present were Brad Johnson, Brian Hollenkamp, Roland Ahrendt and Chris Browen. No council members were absent. Also in attendance was Beth Ramacher. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve the agenda. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2026 meeting. A second was made by Chris Browen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The monthly water and wastewater report from H2O Smartec was reviewed. There was a service line leak near 217 Cedar Street North. The ponds are being discharged and some hydrants will be flushed. A section of the sidewalk near 217 Cedar Street North needs to be replaced. This will be done when the property owner replaces the driveway with concrete. A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to waive the building permit for the driveway. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve a temporary liquor license for the Grey Eagle Burtrum Lions for the Community Appreciation on July 18, 2026 and two tractor pulls – July 19, 2026 and September 7, 2026. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Brad Johnson to approve the temporary liquor license for the Relief Association’s Corn Feed and waive the $100 temporary liquor license fee and to close Woodman Street South in front of the City Hall Fire Hall. A second was made by Brian Hollenkamp and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. Miscellaneous items: The council was given a picture of the new circulation desk at the library. Beth Ramacher has been appointed to the Fusion Point Task Group at Sourcewell. The council agreed that natural gas should be brought into the city shop on the northeast corner of the building. Website analytics were reviewed. A Fraud Protection program from Magnifi Financial was discussed. The council would like to know if other cities are taking part in similar programs with their financial institutions. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to not renew the annual MCFOA Membership going forward. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. This can be revisited in the future, if needed. Discussion was held on fire officer pay for the 2027 budget. The council would like to know what pay rates other cities are using. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve the Capital Asset Policy. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The policy is as follows:
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City of Grey Eagle, Minnesota Capital Asset Policy Vehicles: Useful Life Schedule: Fire Trucks 15-35 years Other City Vehicles 10 years Other Fire Equipment 5-15 years Other City Equipment 5-15 years Buildings 40-50 years Building Improvements 10-15 years Appliances 15 years Land Improvements 20 years Park Improvements 10-25 years Sewer System & Lines 40-50 years Water System & Lines 40-50 years Streets 15-50 years The City of Grey Eagle sets the capitalization threshold to include all items $10,000.00 or more with useful lives of more than 1 year. The above becomes effective January 1, 2025. The City will depreciate these assets using the straight-line method. The City will not eliminate items on the schedule that are less than this amount from previous years unless fully depreciated and deemed necessary. Adopted by the Grey Eagle City Council this 9th day of June 2026. The request of vacating a portion of North Lake Street West (East of Bovee Street North) was revisited. The council was reminded of the previous discussion, public hearing, etc. on this. There is no further action. A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve Resolution 2026-12: Accepting $28,774.00 from Sourcewell for Community Funds. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The ordinance reads as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-12: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $28,774.00 FROM SOURCEWELL FOR COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUNDS FY 2025-2026 WHEREAS, money has been received from Sourcewell; and WHEREAS, the City Council feels that the donation will benefit citizens of the area; 1. That the City Council of the City of Grey Eagle formally accepts the funds from Sourcewell for Community Benefit Funds for the fiscal year 2025-2026. 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to make the appropriate revenue and expenditure budget adjustments as needed to reflect this funding and its intended use. Adopted by the Grey Eagle City Council this 9th day of June 2026. A motion was made by Roland Ahrendt to approve Resolution 2026-13: Authorizing Participation with the Community Concern for Youth Program. A second was made by Brian Hollenkamp and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The ordinance reads as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-13: RESOLUTION OF SPONSORSHIP: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION WITH THE COMMUNITY CONCERN FOR YOUTH PROGRAM WITH TODD-WADENA CORRECTIONS. BE IT RESOLVED by the Grey Eagle City Council that Todd County act as sponsoring unit of government for the project entitled Community Concern for Youth to be conducted by Todd-Wadena Community Corrections during the period from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. Ron Noon, Chairperson, Wadena County Board of Commissioners, is hereby authorized to execute such agreements and funding as are necessary to implement the project on behalf of the Grey Eagle City Council. BE IT RESOLVED that the Grey Eagle City Council hereby agrees to contribute $396.00 for the project entitled Todd-Wadena Community Concern for Youth during the period from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, which is to be paid on January 1, 2027. It is understood that the Long Prairie – Grey Eagle School Board contributes
ELMDALE TOWNSHIP Monthly Meeting Change Notice
The Regular Meeting of the Supervisors of Elmdale Township will be changed from Tuesday, August 11th at 7:30 PM to Tuesday, August 4th at 7:30 PM due to the Primary Election. If you have questions, please call the Clerk, Kim Harren 320-360-2735.
$4308.00, and the Long Prairie City Council contributes $3686.00, for a total community contribution of $8030. Adopted by the Grey Eagle City Council this 9th day of June 2026. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve Resolution 2026-14: Accepting $8000.00 from Sourcewell for Third Party Services Reimbursement FY 2025-2026. A second was made by Brad Johnson and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The ordinance reads as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-14: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING $8000.00 FROM SOURCEWELL FOR THIRD PARTY SERVICES REIMBURSEMENT FY 2025-2026 WHEREAS, money has been received from Sourcewell; and WHEREAS, the City Council feels that the donation will benefit citizens of the area; 1. That the City Council of the City of Grey Eagle formally accepts the funds from Sourcewell for Third Party Services Reimbursement for the fiscal year 2025-2026. 2. That the City Clerk is authorized and directed to make the appropriate revenue and expenditure budget adjustments as needed to reflect this funding and its intended use. Adopted by the Grey Eagle City Council this 9th day of June 2026. A motion was made by Chris Browen to approve Resolution 2026-15: Appointing Election Judges for the 2026 Primary & General Elections. A second was made by Roland Ahrendt and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The ordinance reads as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2026-15: A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES FOR THE 2026 PRIMARY & GENERAL ELECTIONS BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Grey Eagle as follows: The persons named below are hereby appointed election judges for the August 11, 2026 Primary Election and the November 3, 2026 General Election to be held in the City of Grey Eagle, County of Todd, State of Minnesota. The judges appointed and designated polling place wherein they shall serve, and the hours of voting are as follows: Jeri Ahrens Ruby Eiden Linda Gohman Chris Konsor Mary Ann Primus Beth Ramacher, Head Judge Edith Ramacher, Head Judge Sue Roe Brenda Schwanke City of Grey Eagle City Hall and Fire Hall at 202 Woodman Street South, Grey Eagle, MN 56336 Election Hours: 7:00 am-8:00 pm Adopted by the Grey Eagle City Council this 9th day of June 2026. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to approve payment of Claims #3802-3824, totaling $24,217.84 and include additional payments of the following: Terrain Aesthetics $75.00, MN Power $2097.12, Wolbeck Construction $436.00, Chase Diesel Services $1872.76, RMB Environmental Labs $249.90, Astera Health $18.00, Arvig $245.00, KLM Engineering $3350.00 and Quinlivan & Hughes $96.00. A second was made by Chris Browen and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Brian Hollenkamp to adjourn the meeting at 7:39 pm. A second was made by Roland
Ahrendt upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The next regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council will be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in Council Chambers. Beth Ramacher, Clerk/Treasurer
Local Library Events
Albany Library • 320-845-4843 Todd ‘n’ Tina: Todd ’n’ Tina is a family-friendly music duo from Minnesota. They make fun, goofy, and ridiculous music for the young... and young at heart! Join us at the Blattner Energy Arts Theater (BEAT) for this show for children of all ages and their families. Sponsored by Albany Community Education, Melrose Community Education, and the Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. Tuesday, July 28: 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Long Prairie Library • 320-732-2332 Clay City with Now.Make.Art.: Young people and their caregivers create their own additions to an enormous clay city made from earthen clay, bits of wood and stone, and playful props. For all ages, especially young people. This program will be at the Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Elementary School located at: 205 2nd St S, Long Prairie, MN 56347. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Tuesday, July 28: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Melrose Library • 320-256-3885 Todd ‘n’ Tina: Todd ’n’ Tina is a family-friendly music duo from Minnesota. They make fun, goofy, and ridiculous music for the young... and young at heart! Join us at the Marit Elliot Performing Arts Center for this show for children of all ages and their families. Sponsored by Albany Community Education, Melrose Community Education, and the Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. Tuesday, July 28: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Upsala Library • 320-412-2048 Between the Covers Book Club: Join the Between the Covers book club for adults. Stop in for a copy of the book in print or audiobook (when available) ahead of time. Monday, July 27: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. CLIMB Theatre’s “Once upon a Beanstalk”: Jack is a curious kid who loves adventures, exploring, and digging up new ideas. When he finds a magic bean, he plants it in hopes of growing lots of food for his family. Much to Jack’s surprise, it grows a giant beanstalk that stretches all the way into the sky. Being the adventurer he is, Jack climbs the beanstalk and discovers the Land of the Giants. However, in this new land, Jack just can’t keep his hands to himself and keeps taking things that don’t belong to him. With the help of the audience, Jack learns to own up to his actions and plant a SEED to succeed. For Pre-K to 10-year-olds, but younger and older kids are welcome. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Tuesday, July 28: 2:00 p.m.
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FOR SALE: Hay. Call 320-249-5047. Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions Club is collecting old glasses, phones and hearing aids to refurbish and distribute around the world. If you have any please drop off at Neville Hardware, Grey Eagle. FOR SALE: New potatoes organically grown $1 a pound, dill 25¢ a head. Call 320632-3336. FOR SALE: Reese 5th wheel hitch 16K w/ slide. In Burtrum 970- 518-9087. 8/13 FOR SALE: 3 aluminum ladder extensions, $35 each. Call 612-283-2718.
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FOR SALE: Vive senior mobility scooter, blue, like new, basket, mirror, horn, lights, swivel seat, charger, $500. Long Prairie 320-732-2673. FOR SALE: Mid 20th Cenury rod iron 2-wheel flower cart, 28”x64”, 36” tall, $600. Call 320-333-8670.
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