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Vol. 19: Issue 15
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The world is but a canvas to our imagination -By Harvey Mackay Walt Disney was a giant in the world of imagination. On Saturdays, Disney took his daughters to a local park to ride the merry-goround and play. While sitting on a bench watching his children enjoy their rides, Disney imagined an elaborate family park filled with happy people. He put every detail into place – from the pirates of the Caribbean to Main Street USA. This pioneer of family amusement had no similar facilities to draw ideas from. He relied on his imagination. Now, one particularly descriptive job title at Disney is “imagineer.” Imagineering is the research and development arm of The Walt Disney Company, responsible for the creation, design and construction of Disney theme parks and attractions worldwide. They are illustrators, architects, engineers, lighting designers, show writers and graphic designers. They
make the magic happen. An article in “Bits & Pieces” claims each of us possesses a secret superpower that we can’t use enough. This force: • Can help you find innovative solutions to everyday and complex problems. • Transcends time, space and limitations. • Stokes our creativity. • Travels faster than the speed of light or sound. • Like a muscle, gets stronger with use and exercise. What is this awesome power? The answer might surprise you: your imagination. Always remember that if you can conceive it, you can create a plan, get to work and bring your vision to fruition. Dream up bold and positive opportunities or focus on improving minute details that can bring about impactful changes. No matter who you are or what you do, your imagination is one special thing that makes you unique. Unlock your imagination, and watch yourself soar toward endless possibilities. “When we recognize that everything
in our life was created twice, first as a thought and then as a thing, we begin to recognize the incredible power of the imagination,” according to life coach Pam Sterling. Let your subconscious mind help you exercise your imagination. Try this technique used by Thomas Edison: Ten minutes before you go to sleep, organize your thoughts. Think about a problem you’re trying to solve, or ask your brain a question. Keep thinking about this as you drift off to dreamland. Then, during the first 10 minutes after waking up, write down whatever pops into your head. You’ll often find that your brain has answered your question during your sleep. In the morning your mind is looser, and you’re more likely to remember dreams and connect them to your daytime reality. The Internet Age has opened a world of opportunities that showcase imagination. One of my favorite examples is Snapchat, the app that brought photo sharing forward into the modern age and brought back a real interest in communicating through photos, CAIL.com explains. The former Stanford students who Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3
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FRI.-SUN., AUGUST 9-11 • Upsala Heritage Days. Saturday Parade at 10:30 a.m. SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 • 31st Annual Grey Eagle Fire Department Corn on the Cob & Ham Feed from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Grey Eagle Fire Hall. See ad on page 12. TUESDAY, AUGUST 12 • Melrose Legion Post Meeting at 7 p.m. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 • Sauk Centre United Methodist Church Annual Salad Luncheon & Bake Sale from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • Melrose Legion Post & Auxiliary Fish Fry & Meat Raffle serving from 5-8 p.m. See ad on page 3. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Monthly Meeting at 10:45 a.m. THURSDAY, AUG. 22 & 29 • Free Medicare Seminar at 10 a.m. at Deters Financial Services, Albany. SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 • Big Swan Lake Improvement District Annual Meeting at 9 a.m. at The Hub Supper Club, Burtrum. SAT. & SUN., AUG. 24-25 • Central MN Heritage Club Heritage Days in Burtrum. See ad on page 3. SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 • St. Francis of Assisi 64th Annual Fall Festival starting at 10 a.m. TUESDAY, AUGUST 27 • American Red Cross from 1-7 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Potluck/
Bingo Party at 5 p.m. at the center. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 • St. Rose of Lima Parish Fall Festival starting at 10 a.m. in St. Rosa. • Car Show from noon-3 p.m. in Grey Eagle. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • Folk & Old Time Music & Potluck starting at 1 p.m. at the Villagle View Apartments, Grey Eagle. FRI.-SUN., SEPT. 13-15 • 45th Annual Albany Pioneer Days. Parade of tractors: 1:30 p.m. Sat.; 2 p.m. Sun. ALBANY COMMUNITY CENTER • Sundays at 1 p.m. 500 cards. ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall. • Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall. BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall. BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL • Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. FEET FIRST CLINIC • Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Holdingford City Hall. FOOD DISTRIBUTION • Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution first Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre. FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. FREEPORT SENIOR MEETING • Meets the third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. with cards/Bingo/coffee/dessert.
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“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne Early Hay Making When the first pioneers moved to this area, building a house was the first task they encountered. The building process not only resulted in a building for heat and shelter, but it also required tree cutting, which ultimately resulted in small fields for cultivation. As a barn or granary was needed, more trees were cut and more areas were cleared of trees and more fields were created. Today we are accustomed to seeing fields of 100 acres, but the original farms were only about 40 acres in size and a field was maybe 1 acre in size. The first farm animals were a team of horses to help with the heavy farm work. A cow was needed to supply milk and create an ultimate meat supply. Chickens were added to supply meat and eggs. Pigs appeared last. They were able to eat roots and acorns during the summer months, but required corn for their diet in winter and corn needed more cultivation to produce a crop. The cows and horses were fed over the winter with hay. This feed usually consisted of various grasses and weeds cut and dried during the summer months and stored near the buildings in a pile referred to as a stack. If the stack was constructed properly, the rain would run off of the pile leaving the interior dry, thereby avoiding spoilage.
The hay making process was very long and labor intensive. Originally, there were no sickle mowers and the hay was cut with a scythe. This tool consisted of a 3 foot curved blade attached to a curved handle with hand grips on the handle. The blade was extremely sharp and kept sharp by occasional stroking with a whet stone. The scythe required a swinging motion of the operator. A good day of cutting with the scythe would maybe cut about 1/3 of an acre. After the hay had been left to dry for a couple of days, it was raked into piles or shocks. The raking was done with a hay rake. A hay rake was a wooden handle attached to a 4 foot wooden cross piece. This wooden cross piece had wooden pegs extending from it’s bottom, which gathered the hay with a raking process. The cross piece was made stronger by two metal strips, which were attached to the handle on one end and attached to the ends of the crosspiece with the other end. The wood used for the rake was usually poplar, due to it’s lighter weight. The wooden pegs were made of white oak for durability. The forks for loading the hay in wagons were sometimes made of wood. Metal worked better, but wood was more easily available. A large hay stack and a good sized wood pile showed that one was ready for the upcoming winter. For feedback or story ideas, email Tom at tom@swanvilleinsurance.com. If you need help with Health or Life Insurance or for Senior Health Solutions Contact: Tom Kuehne 320-360-0343
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founded Snapchat were successful because they incorporated the social element and added ways to edit the pictures and add things to them that were even more fun for their audience. They made it interactive, and found a way to make it temporary (so the evidence disappears!) Even if you don’t think of yourself as the creative type, you can always amp your imagination up with a little effort. Here are some strategies I like to try when I’m searching for an original idea or an innovative solution: Meditate. Spend some time each day visualizing something pleasant and peaceful. It doesn’t have to relate to anything you’re working on – just picture a lake, a forest or even a loved one. You’ll relax your brain and body while creating a mental environment that makes way for fresh thinking. Another brain stimulator for me is exercise. Pretend. Look at ordinary objects around you and pretend they’re something different. Challenge your mind to look at things from a new perspective. Turn them upside down or sideways and see what they morph into. Try something new. Break out of
Back to school shopping can mean tax savings for Minnesota parents!
Household Income for the K-12 Education Credit Number of qualifying children in K-12 Household income must be less than 1 or 2 $37,500 3 $39,500 4 or more Add $2,000 for each additional child By Minnesota Department of Revenue The Minnesota State Fair is on the horizon and summer is winding down. It’s that time of year when many Minnesota families start back to school shopping. With a little planning, parents who save receipts for school supply purchases may claim valuable K-12 tax benefits on their Minnesota income tax return. “Every year, parents across Minnesota invest in their children’s education by purchasing school supplies,” said Revenue Commissioner Cynthia Bauerly. “Parents should keep receipts for these purchases and claim the K-12 Education Credit or Subtraction to help save money when it comes time to file taxes.” Two tax benefits can help Minnesota families pay expenses related to their child’s education: the refundable K-12 Education Credit (income limits apply) and the K-12 Education Subtraction (no income limits). Last year, more than 33,000 families received the K-12 Education Credit, saving an average of $244. Over 178,000 families received the K-12 Education Subtraction last year. These programs reduce the tax parents pay and could deliver a larger refund when filing a Minnesota income tax return. To qualify, the purchases must be for educational services or required materials. The child must be attending kinder-
garten through 12th grade at a public, private, or home school and meet other qualifications. Save those receipts Remember to save your receipts to claim the credit or subtraction. Visit the Revenue booth at the Minnesota State Fair in the Education Building to get special envelopes for your school supply receipts. Most expenses for educational instruction or materials qualify, including: • Paper • Pens and notebooks • Textbooks • Rental or purchases of educational equipment such as musical instruments • Computer hardware and educational software • After-school tutoring and educational summer camps taught by a qualified instructor Taxpayers who are not required to file an income tax return must do so in order to claim a refund for any eligible education credit. K-12 Education Subtraction There are no income limits to qualify for the education subtraction. Most parents qualify. Parents can claim the K-12 Subtraction for tuition paid to private schools or college courses used to satisfy high school graduation requirements. Check out our video to learn more about the K-12 education tax credit.
your routine on a regular basis. Read a book on a subject you’re unfamiliar with, try a new sport, talk to someone you don’t know well. Different experiences can help loosen up stiff ways of thinking about things. Make some art. Try sketching a picture or writing a poem. It doesn’t have to be a masterpiece. Give yourself permission to roam in an unconventional direction. You may see and hear the world differently later. Pablo Picasso didn’t listen to critics, and neither should you! Mackay’s Moral: Anyone who thinks the sky is the limit has limited imagination. 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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Obituaries Jesse Baggenstoss
J e s s e Baggenstoss, 26 year old resident of Sartell, MN died Saturday, August 3rd at the St. Cloud Hospital. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 10th at 11:00 A.M. at Zion Lutheran Church in Little Falls with Rev. Gary Hendrickson officiating. The burial will be held at the Elmdale Lutheran Cemetery in Elmdale, MN. A visitation will be held from 4:008:00 P.M. on Friday, August 9th and from 10:00-11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 10th, all at Zion Lutheran Church in Little Falls. Jesse Ray Baggenstoss was born on January 5, 1993, in Dallas, TX to Jolie Baggenstoss. He was baptized in April of 1993 at the Elmdale Lutheran Church in Elmdale, and confirmed on May 20, 2007,
at Zion Lutheran Church in Little Falls. Jesse grew up in Royalton, MN, where he graduated with the class of 2011. He will be remembered as a boy who loved his mom, adored his sister, and was a hard worker. Jesse was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially to his grandparents, Dave and Benita, on the farm. He was employed most recently with Valley Cartage in St. Joseph, MN, as a Nighttime Platform Associate. He also worked for Unique Movers in Sartell, MN, which gave him the opportunity to experience new adventures across the United States. Jesse loved to travel, visiting well over 30 states. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, watching dirt track racing, and spending time with family and friends. Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Jolie (Jay) Gombos of Rice, MN; siblings, Isabella Czeck, Jordan Gombos of Rice, and Jamie Gombos of St. Stephen, MN; grandparents, David and Benita Baggenstoss of Elmdale; uncles Jeff Baggenstoss and Jay Baggenstoss of Elmdale, aunt Sara (Nicole) Baggenstoss of Jacksonville, FL; cousins, Lynsey, Landon, Levi (Jesse’s Godson), and Lara Baggenstoss; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his aunt and Godmother, Sandy Baggenstoss. The arrangements for Jesse are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls, MN.
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Lawrence J. “Larry” Wiechmann age 90 of Melrose, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at the Tree of Life Assisted Living in New Munich, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, August 12 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating. Interment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose. Parish prayers will be at 7 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home. Lawrence Joseph Wiechmann was born May 10, 1929 in Melrose, Minnesota to William and Rose (Austing) Wiechmann. He attended the country school (Petermeier School) close to home. On August 18, 1959 he was united in marriage to Mary “Mae” Niehaus at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. They will be together on their 60th wedding anniversary as Mae just passed away on May 17, 2019. Together they farmed and raised four children on
Sheldon L. Budde
Sheldon L. Budde, age 80 of Melrose, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Friday, August 2, 2019 at the CentraCare Health Hospital in Melrose, Minnesota. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11a.m. Thursday, August 8 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose following the Mass. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church in Meire Grove. Sheldon Lawrence Budde was born November 23, 1938 in Freeport, Minnesota to Lawrence and Helen (Rose) Budde. After high school, he served in the US Navy for four years. Sheldon married Joan Lizotte on October 20, 1962 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Melrose. He worked at Gebeke Transport and Loxtercamp Transport, both of Melrose. Sheldon then owned and operated Budde Decorating in Melrose until retirement. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose, Melrose Lions, and Schanhaar-Otte VFW Post 7050. Sheldon served on the Melrose Fire Department for 25 years, being Chief and on the State Fire Board during that time. He also served on the City Council and St. Mary’s School Board. Sheldon enjoyed fishing and deer hunting. Survivors include his wife, Joan Budde of Melrose; children, Paul (Penny) Budde of Phoenix, AZ, Gary Budde of Albuquerque, NM, Jodi Budde of Waverly, Tom (Kathy)
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the Wiechmann family farm northeast of Melrose. After retiring from farming in 1990, Larry and Mae built a home in Melrose. Larry loved to fish, play cards, go to the Niehaus Family cabin on Big Birch Lake, and spend time with family, especially the grandchildren. He was very proud to be great grandpa to little Angela Mae. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. Survivors include his son, Tom (Joanne) Wiechmann of Melrose; daughters, Mary Jo Katz of Bemidji and Karen (Greg) Hoppe of Big Lake, Alaska; nine grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; sisters, Clarice (Julius) Massman, of Osakis, Carol Pohlmann of Melrose, and Margie Stroeing of Freeport; and brother-in-law, Al Schaefer of New Munich. Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Mae Wiechmann; parents, Bill and Rose Wiechmann; infant son, Gary Wiechmann; son, John Wiechmann; brother, Ervin Wiechmann; sisters, Florentine (Jerry) Korf and Lorraine Schaefer. Larry spent his last two months at the Tree of Life Assisted Living Center where he endeared himself to all. Serving as casket bearers will be Adam, Aaron, and Evan Wiechmann, and Samuel, Jared, and Elijah Katz. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
Budde of Melrose, and Shelly (Joseph) Herron of Mesa, AZ; four grandchildren, Katie Budde, Brittney Budde, Jeffery Herron, and Nathan Budde; and brother, Mark Budde of London, England. Sheldon was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Pat Carstens; and brothersin-law, Richard “Dick” Carstens and Ronnie Lieser. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
Harland G. Kunz
Harland G. Kunz, age 74 of Burtrum, died peacefully on Monday, July 22, 2019 at Knute Nelson Nursing Home in Alexandria, Minnesota. Harland Grant Kunz was born May 6, 1945 in Olmstead County, Minnesota to Robert and Millicent (Knudson) Kunz. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
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Denis H. Marthaler
Denis H. Marthaler, age 82 of Melrose, died peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany, Minnesota. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held We d n e s d a y, August 7 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating. Inurnment was in the parish cemetery. Denis Herman Marthaler was born May 23, 1937 in Greenwald, Minnesota to Alphonse and Dorothy (Imdieke) Marthaler. He attended grade school in Meire Grove and graduated from Melrose High School. After high school Denis joined the US Air Force from 1955 to 1959. He worked as
a mechanic at A.M. Maus and Sons from 1960 to 1966 and then moved to the cities and worked at Len’s Standard until his retirement. Denis was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove. He enjoyed trapshooting, bowling, and any type of mechanic work. Survivors include his brother and sisters, Melvin (Lucille) Marthaler of Cold Spring, Dorothy Lembeck of Spring Hill, Clarine Stalberger of Meire Grove, and Janice (Will) Kalstrom of St. Cloud; and 15 nieces and nephews. Denis was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, LaVina Walz; brothersin-law, Cyril Stalberger, Allen Lembeck, and Lindy Walz; and nephew, John Walz. Serving as urn bearer was Chuck Froehling. Cross bearer was Barb Froehling and scripture bearer was Mary Braun. Gift bearers were Ralph and Rosie Inderrieden. Readers were Mary Marthaler and Jackie Dahl. Eucharistic Minister was Veronica Inderrieden.
Victor “Vic” J. Bromenschenkel
M a s s of Christian Burial was held We d n e s d a y, August 7, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Anna, for Victor “Vic” J. Bromenschenkel, age 93, of Avon. Vic passed away July 31, 2019 at St. Benedict’s Senior Community in St. Cloud. Reverend Gregory Mastey officiated. Burial was in the parish cemetery with full military honors. Vic was born May 12, 1926 in St. Cloud to Alfred and Loretta (Feddema) Bromenschenkel. He graduated from St. Cloud Cathedral in 1944. He served in the U.S. Navy during both WWII and the Korean War. Between his military service he attended business college in St. Cloud. He married Mary Ellen Hood on October 16, 1954 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell. He worked as a Letter Carrier for
the U.S. Post office in St. Cloud. He also dairy farmed in the Avon area for many years. He was a lifetime member of the Gold Wing Motorcycle Club in St. Cloud, riding with them until age 91. He was also a member of the VFW Post 428, American Legion Post 428 and the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Anna. Vic is survived by his son Randy (Jennifer) of Payson, AZ, daughter Lisa Donlin of Duluth, MN grandchildren Nakitta, Tanner, Tommy, Luke, Sarah and Jacob, great grandson Calum, sisters Rita Rassier of St. Joseph, Jeanie Heltemes of White Bear Lake, and Phyllis Thielman of Avon, and brothers Gib of Fargo, Leo of Mankato, and Jim of Minneapolis. Vic is preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Ellen (2011), son Ronnie, sisters Betty Traut, Edwina Ross and brothers Kenneth and Roger and one infant brother.
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golf, bowling and softball. He was an avid reader, and history buff, enjoyed playing scrabble, and nature, especially birds. Jack also enjoyed traveling and they took many road-trips out west. Jack was a life member of the Albany American Legion and the Albany golf course and a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Jack is survived by his wife, of almost 60 years, Rosie; daughters, Nancy (Gene) Kalthoff of Albany, Mary (Ron Mumm) Shaver of St. Cloud; and his grandchildren, Krista, Alyssa, Clint, and Cassie; and great grandchildren; Ace and Lincoln. Also surviving are his brothers Norman of Des Moines, IA, and Paul of Swanville. He is preceded in death by his parents, and siblings; Jeanette, Lucille, Margie, Lorraine, Linus, Leo, and James.
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Community Snapshots
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Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, When it comes to buying life insurance, should the coverage amount be based solely on current earnings? I have good reason to believe my income is going to increase significantly soon. -Wesley
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11215 County 47, Grey Eagle: 2 Excellent combined buildable West facing lake lots on beautiful Big Birch Lake. Approx. .70 acres combined & 136’ of great West facing lake frontage. A rare opportunity to come available, been occupied seasonally by the same family since 1920’s. Current cottage sits very to waters edge featuring 2 bedrooms w/electric only. No well or septic exist on property. Outbuilding has a composting stool. Level West facing lots w/little elevation to the waters edge. REDUCED $250,000
LITTLE BIRCH LAKE: 10105 Amigo Trail, Grey Eagle: Large wooded lot w/privacy, 1.41 acres & almost 300’ of frontage. Many options w/ future or current building plans. Existing rustic cabin is newer construction built in 2000, has electric but no well or septic exist only a composting toilet. Ready for new owners & quick possession. REDUCED $214,900
Buildable Lake Lots MOOSE LAKE: 17568 Dutchman Drive, Burtrum: Awesome large 2.90 acre wooded lake lot in Burnhamville TWP. A must see! Moose Lake is a 133 acre natural environment lake known for good fishing. Excellent sunrise views! $79,000 LONG LAKE: xxx Dunlin Road, Burtrum: Natural building lot in Burnhamville TWP. Heavily wooded & natural, just under 2 acres of land. Natural gas is available along Dunlin Road. Excellent West facing lake lot. REDUCED $79,895 LONG LAKE: xxx Dowell Drive, Burtrum: Amazing East facing lake view of this 10 acre wooded building lot in Burnhamville TWP. Approx.160’ of soft bottom lakeshore. Mature trees & great hunting land & several great building locations. Build your dream home w/ room to roam or would make an excellent camping location as well. $89,000 25508 204th St., Long Prairie: Platted Lots located on Lake Latimer. 8 West facing lots being all sold together. An excellent investment opportunity. 5 lots have lake access. Large building lots. $81,900
44903 Birch Park Court, Grey Eagle: Amazing 1+ acre west facing level lot on Big Birch Lake. Rare property w/ approx. 200’+,- of beautiful sandy-hard bottom rocky shoreline. Cottage-home built in 1946, sits near the waters edge. Boat house, storage shed, & bunk house near the waters edge. Waterfront entertainment space. Water views throughout the main floor are beautiful. 3 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom. Extra sleeping space in bunk house. Main floor laundry & an attached garage. REDUCED $469,000
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32335 Sylvia View Rd., Melrose Twp: Two side by side, secluded lots (sold separately) located on the East side of Lake Sylvia. Buy one lot or both for approx. 380’ of shoreline. Each wooded lot is over an acre offering privacy with trails down to the lake. A great spot to build with peaceful sunset views over the lake, a clear shore for swimming and fishing, and an easy 7 mile commute to Melrose and I-94. $89,500
BIG BIRCH LAKE: 44946 Birch Hill Rd., Melrose: Year round Cottage located on Birch Hill area on gorgeous Big Birch Lake. Cottage was built in 1964 & sits just a few feet from the waters edge offering an extremely rare footprint. Lakeshore has approximately 107’ of hard bottom shoreline offering perfect swimming & fishing right from your cabin deck. Lot is wooded & just under 1 acre. Nice detached double car garage. Cottage recently renovated w/electrical updates, new roof, new flooring, new paint inside & out, all new appliances plus much more. An excellent affordable opportunity to have a place on Big Birch that has year round use opportunity. REDUCED $259,000
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Burnhamville Township June 25, 2019 The regular meeting of the Town Board of Burnhamville was held June 25, 2019 at the Burtrum Community Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Chair Mike Berscheit. Members present include Supervisors: Bruce Johnson, Mike Berscheit and Joe Muellner; Clerk Shirley Hulinsky; Treasurer Pam Throener. Jean Gustafson, Marlene Clark and Erv Herdering was also present. The minutes from the regular meeting of May 28, 2019 were approved as presented on a motion by Sup. Johnson. Motion was seconded by Sup. Berscheit. Motion passed. For correspondence the township board members received letters about planning and zoning, board of adjustment, Swanville fire board and state household estimate. The board had no complaint on the planning and zoning request. The Swanville fire board had a meeting to discuss the building roof repair. The township lawyer was present to discuss abandoned house in Pillsbury. The neighbors complained of rats on that property and lowered property value. The attorney suggested we adopt an ordinance. She discussed steps needed to improve or remove the problem house. Sup. Berscheit made a motion to hold a special hearing at 6:30 on July 30 to discuss the proposed nuisance ordinance. Sup. Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed. A motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to pay all bills numbered 5770 through 5782: Rev. $706.65; R & B $39,909.89; Fire. $11.18. Sup. Muellner seconded the motion. Motion passed. In the road report the dust control has to be done at intersections and south of town where more gravel needed to be added and worked in. The contractor had to clear debris from culvert on 168th street again. The township was divided up between the supervisors to do weed inspection. Ditch mowing bids were opened. Sup. Johnson made a motion to accept the low bid from KB Specialties/Mike Berscheit. Sup. Muellner seconded the motion. Motion passed with Sup. Berscheit abstaining. A land owner of Dogwood Loop requested a speed zone by the lake homes there. Sup. Johnson viewed the area and agreed. Since it meets the requirement for a rural residential area Sup. Johnson made a motion to adopt resolution 2019-1 setting the 35 MPH speed limit zone on Dogwood Loop. Sup. Berscheit seconded the motion. With all voting in favor, motion passed. Treasurer’s report showed a balance of $141,984.53. Treasurer’s report was approved by Sup. Berscheit and seconded by Sup. Muellner. Motion passed. A motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to adjourn the meeting which was seconded by Sup. Muellner. Motion passed. Meeting was adjourned at 8:07 p.m. Next meeting will be on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 with a special hearing at 6:30 and regular meeting at 7 p.m. in the Burtrum Community Center Shirley Hulinsky, Burnhamville Township Clerk Swanville City July 9, 2019 Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. The meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Jim Molitor, Deb Wood, Norm Carlson, and Tony Maciej. Also present: Jon Archer and reporter Sheila McCoy. Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting Tuesday, June 4, 2019 were reviewed. A motion was made by Jim Molitor to ap-
prove the minutes. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor; motion carried. The treasures report was given. A motion was made by Deb Wood and seconded by Jim Molitor to approve the treasurer’s report. All members voted in favor; motion carried. Jon Archer, from Schlenner Wenner & Co, was present to go over the yearly audit. Jon explained the audit in detail and answered questions from council members. After discussion, Jim Molitor made a motion to accept the audit as presented. Deb Wood seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. The cult e sac on North Berkey Avenue was discussed. The sand is washing away from heavy rain. It was decided to have Maciej Construction put in catch basins to help with the water run-off. Mayor Lange informed the council the land surveying to the north of the cult e sac should be done by the end of the week. Mayor Lange presented to the council a letter from the Initiative Foundation requesting the council to consider a contribution for 2020. After discussion, Jim Molitor made a motion to contribute in 2020 - $700.00 to the Initiative Foundation. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Land use permits were presented to council. Planning and Zoning have approved both applications. John Gessell Sr. has applied to build a 30’x40’garage to the north of his property on North Berkey Avenue. Jim Molitor made a motion to approve the land use permit for John Gessell Sr. Deb Wood seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. John and Diane Borgert have applied to redo their cement driveway, walkway and steps by their home. Deb Wood made a motion to approve the land use permit. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Quotes for new council chairs were looked at. Council asked the clerk to have two different chairs by next meeting to look over. Councilmember Carlson reported the roof is leaking in the southwest corner of the Center and the windows are in need of caulking. The city maintenance man will look over both problems and report back to council. The blinds in the center is in need of cleaning. Council agreed to have Service Master clean the blinds when they come in to wax the floors. The following claims were presented for payment. Members of the council were furnished with a listing. Jim Molitor made a motion to approve the claims. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. The next regular monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at 7:00 pm. There being no further business, a motion was made by Jim Molitor and seconded by Deb Wood to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned 8:30pm. Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/ Treasurer Upsala City August 5, 2019 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 were: Mayor Rollie Johnson, Brian Lange, Dennis Westrich and Crystal Benson; Absent: Lana Bartells People present: MC Record reporter Sheila McCoy, First Response Team members Seth Strassberg, Steve Hansen, Kyle Breth, Garrett Doucette, Jim Warga, Marybeth Doucette, Bill Koopmeiners, and Amber Koop-
meiners; Jason Anderson, Darlene Maciej, Public Works Director Mike Tschida, and City Clerk/ Treasurer Michelle Stevens. Minutes: Lange moved to approve minutes from July 1, 2019 City Council meeting, 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously. Westrich moved to approve minutes from July 1, 2019 Closed Council meeting, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. Benson moved to approve minutes from July 1, 2019 Special Budget Council meeting, 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously. Added agenda items: Lange moved to approve the agenda as presented, 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously. Department Reports: Economic Development: Community Economic Development Associates could not make the meeting; she will be here for the September meeting. Johnson gave an update on what CEDA has been working on. Fire Department Report: Fire Department minutes were presented. Lange explained the Upsala Fire Department has a plan for Heritage Days. First Responders: The First Response Team minutes were presented. Strassberg explained they will be having a gun raffle, they will also be helping out on Heritage Days. Maintenance Report: Tschida reported on water and sewer levels. He also reported on the discharge samples. Tschida explained the need to replace the Programmable Logic Controller for the computer at the Water Plant. Westrich moved to purchase PLC from Preferred Controls at a cost of $1500.00, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. City Office Report: Stevens reviewed the August Calendar. Planning Commission: Lange updated the Council on what the Planning & Zoning Commissioners have been working including a sump pump ordinance, have an open house meeting for the community, and home occupation permits. UCDC: Benson shared the progress of Heritage Days which is set for August 9-11. Recreation Board: Rec Board Minutes were reviewed. Toning Plus is looking for someone to become the owner operator of the business; they are hoping some younger people would be interested. 7:15 Public Hearing – First Response Team Ordinance Mayor Johnson recessed the regular city council meeting and opened the public hearing at 7:17 pm; a hearing on the City adopting Ordinance 60 - an ordinance regulating the city’s First Response Team. Comments were heard from the community. Garrett Doucette offered some suggestions that were collated by a handful of First Response Team. Lange moved to close the public hearing, 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Johnson called the regular City Council meeting back to order. Unfinished Business First Response Team Ordinance 60: Lange moved to approve the proposed Ordinance 60 and to adopt the Ordinance with the changes as presented, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. Benson moved to add Kyle Breth as Safety Office of the First Response Team effective immediately, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously. Crack/Fill/ Pothole Repairs: Johnson stated that Central Minnesota Paving finished filling in the potholes and dug up a section on Olson Boulevard to repair a service line. New Business: Resolution 8-5-19-1: Lange moved to approve Resolution 8-519-1, a resolution accepting a donation from the Upsala Lions for
Fireworks and a new flag in the park, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution 8-5-19-2: Lange moved to approve Resolution 8-519-2, a resolution accepting a donation from the Upsala Lions for Heritage Days monies from meat raffles, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution 8-5-19-3: Lange moved to approve Resolution 8-519-3, a resolution accepting a donation from the Upsala Lions for a donation to the Upsala American Legion Memorial Park, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution 8-5-19-4: Benson moved to approve Resolution 8-519-4, a resolution providing for the issuance, sale and delivery of $678,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Financing Refunding Note, Series 2019A, 2nd by Westrich. Poll vote showing: Bartells – absent; Benson- aye; Langeaye; Westrich –aye; and Johsnon – aye. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution 8-5-19-5: Lange moved to approve Resolution 8-5-19-5, a resolution accepting a donation from the Upsala area businesses for Heritage Days Raffle Prizes, 2nd by Benson. Motion
carried unanimously. Short-Term Disability: Johnson discussed the desire for the City’s employees to have shortterm disability. Lange moved to approve full-time City employees to purchase short-term disability with the cost taken out of their paychecks, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. September City Council Meeting Moved. Lange moved to move the regularly schedule City Council Meeting in September from Monday, September 2 to Tuesday, September 3 due to Labor Day landing on the first Monday of the month, 2nd by Benson. Motion carried unanimously. Cleaning Up After Horses in Town: Mayor Rollie Johnson explained how frustrating it can be when the dog owners in town take care to clean up their pet’s droppings, but horse riders do not clean up after their horses. It is not the Public Works Department’s responsibility to clean up after the horses make a mess on the City’s streets. Acknowledgements The Morrison County Sentenced-To-Serve Crew did an incredible job painting the City’s curbs and crosswalks. They are
a great group of people to work with. Frank Koopmeiners has officially retired as the Full-Time Public Works Director for the City of Upsala. He has worked for the City for over 30 years and we are grateful for his dedication and service to our community for all these years. There will be an official retirement party after the regular City Council Meeting on September 3. Everyone in the Community is welcome!! Financials: Benson moved to approve the bills as presented, 2nd by Lange. Motion carried unanimously. Updates/FYI Next regular Council Meeting – Tuesday, September 3 Heritage Days – August 9-11 The Fireworks on Saturday, August 10 at 10:00 pm will be launched from the west end of Walnut Avenue, west of the townhomes. Adjourn: Lange moved to adjourn at 8:30 p.m., 2nd by Westrich. Motion carried unanimously. Michelle Stevens, Clerk/Treasurer
Grey Eagle Township Change of Meeting Date Due to the Labor Day holiday, the meeting date for September has been moved to September 9, 2019. Meeting will be held at 8:00 p.m.. Mary Ann Primus, Grey Eagle Township Clerk/Treas.
39th Annual Farm Picnic to be held Sunday, Aug. 18 at the Pierz Park Greater Minnesota’s tough year in agriculture and unaffordable health coverage will be respectively addressed by Commissioner of Agriculture, Thom Petersen, and the Chairman of Health Care for All Minnesota, Dr. Mark Brakke, MD, at the 39th Annual Farm Picnic, Sunday, August 18, 1 PM, at Pierz Park, Pierz. Leading up to Farmfest, Commissioner Petersen told AGWEEK that a lot of farmers are having a hard time. Commodity prices haven’t been good. A punishing winter, rainy spring, and the on-going U.S.-China trade war have made this year stressful for many in agriculture. Adding to the distressed farm economy is unaffordable health coverage, reported by Minnesota Farmer Union’s Rural Voices Discussions. Dr. Mark Brakke will address the high cost by relating his extensive observation of cor-
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Here’s why you need a will, and how to get one By Chris Hogan We all want to do nice things for our loved ones. We go on family trips and celebrate life’s wins together. It’s sometimes difficult for us to consider the bad things that can happen in life, but we still have to be prepared. That’s why having a will is so important! Not having a will in place leaves room for arguments among your loved ones and anyone else who might pop up wanting a piece of your stuff. That’s not okay! The last thing you want to do is add more stress to their lives after you’re gone. This is your legacy we’re talking about here. Do you want to leave that to chance? Protecting your wealth—and your family—with a will is one of the best gifts you can leave to those you love.
And with August being National Makea-Will Month, there’s no better time to get yours done. What exactly is a will, and why is it important to have one? Your grieving family members won’t automatically know what you wanted them to do with your money or your stuff—you need to tell them. That’s where your will comes in. A will basically establishes a plan for how your stuff is distributed after you die. It’s your way of saying exactly who gets what and what goes where— and getting it down in writing. According to a recent survey conducted by Ramsey Research, almost three out of four parents with kids (74%) don’t have a will in place. That’s a big problem! How do you make a will? Yanking out a sheet of paper and scribbling “My family gets all my stuff” isn’t going to cut it. But making a will really isn’t that hard. And in most cases, you don’t even need to go to an expensive lawyer to get one done. Here are seven quick steps that will help you create a will that sticks:
August is Child Support Awareness Month Gov. Tim Walz issued a proclamation declaring August as Child Support Awareness Month, recognizing parents who financially support their children, child support professionals who work with parents to help families be self-sufficient, and a program committed to improving the well-being of children. In the 2018 Federal Fiscal Year, across 87 counties and 11 tribes, the State of Minnesota collected and disbursed $573 million in child support for 236,000 children, ranking in the top five nationally in percentage of current support collected, and in the percentage of cases with a payment toward past due support. The drive towards continuous improvement plays an important part in the child support program’s success. Over the past year, efforts to improve the program included: Enacting the new parenting expense adjustment law to change how courts adjust basic child support
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1. Decide what to include in your will. This includes a list of your savings and investment accounts, plus the paperwork for your home and any other real estate you own. You also might want to include valuable possessions, like jewelry or cars. 2. Select your beneficiaries. Now you’ll get to decide how your stuff is split up and who gets what. Maybe you want half of your assets to go to your surviving spouse while the other half is split evenly between your kids. Whatever it is, get it in writing! 3. Choose an executor for your will. The executor is the person who will read the will and make sure that your wishes explained in the will are carried out. 4. Name guardians for your children. If you have young children, you need to decide who will take care of them after you’re gone. 5. Sign your will in front of witnesses. Don’t forget this step! A written will is not valid unless it’s signed and dated by the one writing the will, notarized by a notary public, and signed by two witnesses. 6. Let everyone know beforehand. Your will shouldn’t be a mystery novel. Do yourself a favor and read your will to your beneficiaries before you’re gone. Taking away the element of surprise could save a lot of headaches for them later on. 7. Store your will someplace safe. Make sure you put your will, along with other important documents, someplace that is waterproof, fireproof and accessible for loved ones to find. I personally have a wooden box of folders
The Power of Many SEARCH Institute, based in Minneapolis, has identified 40 positive experiences and qualities that all of us have the power to bring into the lives of children and youth. These qualities and experiences are called Developmental Assets. Assets provide a framework for action that encourages all individuals to make a difference, no matter who they are or what their lives are like. Imagine for a moment what young people experience when they have many people and places in their lives, all committed to nurturing and strengthening them by building assets! As communities explore this concept, there are a few principles that help guide the way: • Everyone can build assets. It requires consistent messages across the community. • ALL young people need assets. Nearly all young people need more assets than they currently have. • Relationships are KEY. • Asset building is an ongoing process. Building assets starts when a child is born and continues through high school and beyond. • Consistent messages are important. Families, schools, communities, the media, and others must give young people consistent and similar messages about what’s important and what’s expected of them. • Intentional repetition is important. Todd County CAD has a number of members who have been trained in this Asset Building Framework. These members are available to groups of all kinds and all sizes, free of charge, to
that contains my will and all related documents, filed nicely in a safe place where my family can easily reach it. And if you need a helpful guide, this will preparation checklist can help you decide what you need to have in your will before you create one. Don’t wait another day to get your will! Once you’ve really thought through what you want to include in your will, you can prepare it in 20 minutes or less. There are plenty of places online that make it easy for you to create a will that’s specific to the state where you live. No matter how much or how little you own, you need a will. Your loved ones will already be going through a lot when you pass away, and you don’t want to add stress to an already stressful situation. About Chris Hogan: Chris Hogan is a #1 national best-selling author, dynamic speaker, and financial expert. For more than a decade, Hogan has served at Ramsey Solutions, spreading a message of hope to audiences across the country as a financial coach and Ramsey Personality. Hogan challenges and equips people to take control of their money and reach their financial goals through The Chris Hogan Show, his national TV appearances, and live events across the nation. His second book, Everyday Millionaires: How Ordinary People Built Extraordinary Wealth — And How You Can Too, is based on the largest study of millionaires ever conducted. You can follow Hogan on Twitter and Instagram at @ChrisHogan360 and online at chrishogan360.com or facebook.com/chrishogan360.
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Old Age is a Gift
I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have always wanted to be. Oh, not my body! I sometime despair over my body - the wrinkles, the baggy eyes, and the sagging rear. And often I am taken aback by that old person that lives in my mirror, but I don’t agonize over those things for long. I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving family for less gray hair or a flatter belly. As I’ve aged, I’ve become more kind to myself, and less critical of myself. I’ve become my own friend. I don’t chide myself for eating that extra cookie, or for not making my bed, or for buying that silly cement gecko that I didn’t need, but looks so avant garde on my patio. I am entitled to overeat, to be messy, to be extravagant. I have seen too many dear friends leave this world too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging. Whose business is it if I choose to read or play on the computer until 4 a.m, and sleep until noon? I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 40s, 50s, 60s, and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love ... I will. I will walk the beach in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves with abandon if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the bikini set. They, too, will get old. I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten ... and I eventually remember the important things. Sure, over the years my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when a beloved pet gets hit by a car? But broken hearts are what give us strength and understanding and compassion. A heart never broken is pristine and sterile and will never know the joy of being imperfect. I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turn gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver. I can say “no” and mean it. I
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Albany Library • 320-845-4843 R.E.A.D with Freddie: Tuesday, Aug. 13: 4-5:00 p.m. Freddie the Golden Retriever loves good books and wants to hear you read to him. Your children can build their reading confidence or just have fun reading to Freddie. Call or stop into the library to schedule your session. For ages 4-12. Limit 5. Hogwarts Back to School Bash: Wednesday, Aug. 14: 3-5:00 p.m. Celebrate getting ready to go back to school like Harry Potter! This event is an open house (come and go as you please) with games and trivia to win House points, craft stations, and sweet treats! Please note: crafts may include using hot glue. Crafts and treats are available while supplies last. Sponsored by The Friends of the Albany Library. For ages 6 and up. No registration required. Swanville Library • 320-547-2346 Interactive Movie Time: Heroes of Bricksburg: Wednesday, Aug. 21: 3-5:00 p.m. Join us and the LEGO crew for a special interactive showing of a movie featuring your favorite LEGO stars! The audience is encouraged to participate in our movie adventure using the supplied props. Activity bags will be provided to the first 20 people. For all ages. Sponsored by Swanville Women’s Club.
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Trim & Remove Trees, 55 ft. Boom, Brush Removal, Stump Grinding & Removal,Hedge Trimming, Firewood Available Including Delivery, Residential Landscaping & Bobcat Work
320-630-0670 - David Kuhl Free Estimates, Fully Insured Swanville • www.dkstree.com
Accept VISA, Discover or Master Card
GARAGE SALES
ANNUAL GARAGE, BAKE & PRODUCE SALE: Begins Thursday, Aug. 8 @ 4 p.m. and goes thru Saturday, Aug. 10. John Rakotz residence. 2 miles South on Hwy. 238, then 1/2 mile East on Morrison Cty. Rd. 9 from Upsala. 8/8P MOVING & GARAGE SALE FINAL: Friday & Saturday, Aug. 9th and 10h: 8 am-2 pm. 27950 Ambassador Dr., Little Birch Lake, off Hwy. 28 and County 2, Grey Eagle. GARAGE SALE: August 9-10: 8 am-4 pm. Men’s and ladies jeans, paintball gun, housewares, porcelain dolls, dresser/ mirror. 31237 130th St., Grey Eagle. HUGE MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Aug 15-17: 8-5. 110 3rd Street, Holdingford. Brand name clothing shoes accessories and more!
LOST/FOUND
LOST: $200 REWARD: COOLPIX S6000 Camera at the Stearns Co. Fair Sunday. Call or text 320-527-3414. Fair Photos of 2019.
For Info. Call 320-632-5918
FOR SALE: Older Glastron bass boat with newer 90 HP Yamaha motor with trailer and trolling motor, $3,800. Call 320-285-2774. FOR SALE: Homegrown chickens 3-4 pounds, $2.25 a pound, frozen whole. Call 320-232-0633. FOR SALE: 2002 Pontiac Bonneville, runs good, $700. Call 320-290-0924. FOR SALE: 1896 pump organ. Farmall H tractor. Call 320-285-2308.
FOR SALE: 7 ft. John Deere sickle mower #5, PTO driver, new pitman arm, $175 or offer. Call 612-759-1292.
FOR SALE
WANTED
FOR SALE: Aluminum topper, 70-1/2” WANTED TO BUY: Butcher cows, wide, 99” long, $125. Call 320-267-5632. bulls, fats & walkable cripples: also horses, sheep & goats. 320-235-2664. tfnRB SC-odB FOR SALE: 2 harrows. 4 section steel tooth. 3 section spring tooth, 5 bottom WANTED: Flatbed trailer tractor or pickWilrich plow, JD 4 row narrow corn plant- up hook up, about 24’ plus ramps. Call er, IH 826 German diesel, HD Westendorf 320-573-2828. loader 8 ft. bucket. Call 320-429-0686. 8/8P FOR SALE: Power poles up to 35 ft. Have 10 at $50 each. Call 320-573-3939. 8/29 FOR SALE: Queen size box spring and mattress, good condition. Call 320-2509822. FOR SALE: Yearling British White bull. Call 320-250-0052.
Central Lakes Landscape & Construction Ken Frieler
320-285-5715 Grey Eagle
Patios, Decks, Retainer Walls, Ceramic Tiling, Remodeling
Classified Advertising
Personal For Sale, Personal Wanted, or Giveaway type ads are FREE up to 20 words. 25¢ For Each Additional Word. Pre-Paid.
763-238-0616
Long Prairie: Terrace Townhome Melrose: Village Townhome East Village Townhome Glenwood: Highland Townhome Sauk Centre: Centre Crossing Townhome Centre Village Townhome Little Falls: Edgewater Townhome Courtyard Townhome Evergreen Terrace Royalton: Plattewood Townhome Upsala: Walnut Ridge Townhome (No Community Room)
FOR SALE: Dressers - solid maple chest of drawers and large dresser with mirror, $200. Call 320-428-4469. S-ftn
FOUND: A gray 2 sided stone with Love engraved on the back at Neville Hardware in Grey Eagle. Stop in to pick up. 8/22
Call Loreen for Details!
2 & 3 Bedrooms • No Steps Community Room Attached Garage Available
FOR SALE: 5 horse air compressor 60 gallon tank upright $475. Call 320-2675632.
FOR SALE: 700W Amana Radar range microwave plus pizza crisper, good shape. Call 320-256-2883.
In Albany: 1 & 2 Bedroom
Townhomes For Rent
FOR SALE: Boat 14 ft. fiberglass 1965 Pipestone, needs painting, $45 or b/o. Call 320-248-5639.
FOUND: A key was left on the counter at Neville Hardware in Grey Eagle a few weeks ago. Stop in to pick up. 8/8
APARTMENTS FOR RENT Cats Ok
FOR SALE: 5 male Springer Spaniel puppies available, ready Labor Day weekend. Call/text 320-547-1022 for pictures or details.
Business Ads: For Rent, Help Wanted, Wanted (For Profit), or Service type ads are $5.00 for 20 words. 25¢ For Each Additional Word. Pre-Paid.
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FIBER TO THE HOME
HIGH SPEED INTERNET COMING SOON to Sobieski, Flensburg & Bowlus! Sytek is in the process of plowing Fiber to the Home in these areas.
We will be able to offer you
High Speed Internet and/or Telephone
(You can keep your existing phone number and have unlimited FREE long distance!) www.sytekcom.com
Call us for more details! 320.573.1390
Sytek is excited to offer Internet Only in the UPSALA exchange! Our new Internet Only plans are: 50mb - $77.75 75mb - $97.75 100mb - $117.75
If you would like to keep your current telephone line, you are able to get bundled internet for: 50mb - $56.20 (plus your telephone fee)
75mb - $76.20
(plus your telephone fee)
100mb - $96.20
(plus your telephone fee)
www.sytekcom.com
Call us for more details! 320.573.1390
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