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By Harvey Mackay Lucy, who constantly criticizes Charlie Brown in the comic strip “Peanuts,” is one of my favorite characters because she always says exactly what is on her mind. Peeved at Charlie, she once told him, “You are a foul ball in the line drive of life.” She is just as tough on her little brother Linus, who always has his
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security blanket clutched in one hand and his thumb resting safely in his mouth. “Why are you always criticizing me?” Linus asks Lucy. “Because I just think I have a knack for seeing other people’s faults,” Lucy says. “What about your own faults,” replies Linus? Without hesitation, Lucy answers right back, “I have a knack for overlooking them.” Criticism, even when offered as a helpful suggestion, is often unwelcome. It’s hard to accept that your efforts are unappreciated or fail to meet expectations. One of my favorite sayings is, “No one ever kicks a dead dog,” which means you have to be doing something to get criticized. My point is not to take criticism personally. When a coach or a friend or a boss is criticizing you, that usually means they really care, and even though it may not feel like it, they want to help you. Greek philosopher Aristotle said:
“Criticism is something you can avoid easily – by saying nothing, doing nothing and being nothing.” Obviously that isn’t an option for anyone who wants to be successful in business or as a leader. Good leaders are active, and their actions frequently put them out front. Of course that often draws criticism. Even when it is meant to be constructive, criticism is sometimes difficult to deliver effectively. When you have to correct a mistake or improve an employee’s performance, it is critical to get your message across without creating bigger problems. Before you offer any criticism, think about what results or changes you need. Telling an employee, “You were totally ineffective,” may be accurate, but it doesn’t tell the employee what your expectations are. Your goal is to correct the problem, so think through what the employee needs to do differently. Employees need to know exactly what they did wrong in order to improve. Explain the problem in precise terms: Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3
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“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne Aprons
Many of us can remember when wearing an apron was a requirement for ladies who were involved in almost all of the household duties. For those who don’t remember, the apron was usually made of a material which was of a flowered pattern. It went over the head and had two rather large pockets on the front. It totally covered the ladies front and usually also covered their sides. There were variations in patterns and appearance, since they were usually sewed by the ladies own sewing machine, which allowed additions of lace or frilly decorations at the neck and pockets. It’s primary purpose was to protect the ladies dress from accidental stains and soiling while
doing the kitchen chores. However, the aprons had many other uses. The apron was used as a device for the ladies to carry items. The apron front was raised to create a pocket to carry eggs from the hen-house, apples from the orchard, kindling for the stove, vegetables from the garden and apple peelings to the trash pile behind the shed. The same apron was used to wipe sweat from the forehead of the cook working over the wood stove or washing dishes. It was used to wipe dirt smudges from a child’s face. It was used to protect the hands from a hot pan handle. The front pockets usually contained a handkerchief on one side. The other pocket was used to carry silverware, spice bottles, napkins and many other items from the pantry to the kitchen. Cleaning supplies and mail were also frequently located in the pocket. The apron was occasionally used to wipe dust from the top of furniture or protect the wearer from a chill on the
Harvey Mackay continued from page 2
“You didn’t bring the right equipment, which meant you took longer than necessary to complete the work.” Point out mistakes and problems, but don’t dwell on them too long. Then start talking about how the employee can improve. When an employee’s performance improves, make a point of recognizing it. Reinforcing improvement will reduce the need for you to revisit the problem. A number of years ago there was a group of brilliant young men at the University of Wisconsin, who seemed to have amazing creative literary talent. They were would-be poets, novelists and essayists. They were extraordinary in their ability to put the English language to its best use. They met regularly to read and critique each other’s work. And critique it they did! These men were merciless with each another. They dissected the minutest literary expression into a hundred pieces. They were heartless, tough, even mean in their criticism. The sessions became such arenas of literary criticism that the members of this exclusive club called themselves the “Stranglers.” Not to be outdone, the women of literary talent in the university were determined to start a club of their own. They called themselves the “Wranglers.” They, too, read their works to one another. But there was one great difference. The criticism was softer and more positive. Every effort was encouraged. Twenty years later an alumnus of the university was doing an exhaustive study of his classmates’ careers when he noticed a vast difference in the literary accomplishments of the Stranglers as opposed to the Wranglers. Of all the
bright young men in the Stranglers, not one had made a significant literary accomplishment of any kind. From the Wranglers had come six or more successful writers, some of national renown such as Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, who wrote “The Yearling.” Talent between the two? Probably the same. Level of education? Not much difference. But the Stranglers strangled, while the Wranglers were determined to give each other a lift. The Stranglers promoted an atmosphere of contention and self-doubt. The Wranglers highlighted the best, not the worst. Mackay’s Moral: Constructive criticism should always build up, not tear down. 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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way to the well house or the out house. Sometimes the apron was used as a first aid tool to wipe the blood from a small cut or sliver. An apron was probably the most common and the most efficient tool in the early kitchens. When learning to walk, small children would hang on to the side of it for balance and security. After the children grew up, they still felt comfort and security at the sight of Grandma’s apron. It sometimes became soiled from it’s various uses, but none of us became sick from contact with it. As we look at pictures of older
ladies of yesteryear, they are frequently wearing an apron. Old pictures and memories bring back a picture of Grandma attired in an apron. She had pride in her apron because she made it and it was her work uniform. 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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Lorraine A. Kraker, age 86 of Melrose, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, September 2, 2016 at the CentraCare Health Nursing Home in Melrose, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 7 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Vince Lieser officiating and Rev. Marvin Enneking and Rev. Ken Thielman concelebrating. Interment was in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose. Lorraine Agnes Bussmann was born on January 23, 1930 in Melrose, Minnesota to Bernard and Elizabeth (Wenker) Bussmann. Lorraine was raised on a farm north of Melrose. She attended country school and Melrose High School, graduating in 1948. After graduation, Lorraine worked for the Melrose Beacon at which time, she met the love of her life, John “Jack” Kraker. Lorraine and Jack were married on January 11, 1950 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. Together they raised 13 children which include three sets of twins. Lorraine worked with the family businesses at Jack’s Lunch and Kraker Insurance and Real Estate. Many memories were made raising a family this size. Christmas in the Kraker household was one of the most memorable holidays. Great summer memories were created at the family cabin on Big Birch Lake with family gatherings, barbeques, swimming, boating and bonfires. Lorraine’s greatest love was her family. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Lorraine enjoyed baking cookies, crocheting, gardening, walking, biking, dancing, playing cards, watching the Twins baseball games and bird watching. Lorraine was always a
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kind, giving and patient wife, mother and grandmother. She had an enormous heart and loved and supported her family unconditionally. Lorraine was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Christian Mothers and Schanhaar-Otte VFW Post 7050 Auxiliary. Lorraine was always very gracious of her time and talents by helping out with church funeral dinners and fund raisers. Lorraine’s strong faith and dedication to the Catholic Church was always the foundation of her life. She had instilled these values in her children and in everything she did. Survivors include her children, John (Maggie) Kraker of Alexandria, Mary (Richard) Louden Horn of Melrose, Mike (Etta) Kraker of Melrose, Bob Kraker of St. Paul, Jim (Jane) Kraker of Grey Eagle, Don Kraker (friend, Tami Woolridge) of Melrose, Jean Anderson of Grey Eagle, Joan (Doug) Baer of Brooklyn Center, Chuck (Monika) Kraker of Melrose, Pam Kraker (friend, Todd Duemke) of Grey Eagle, Pat Kraker of Waite Park, and Bill (Kalli) Kraker of Alexandria; 31 grandchildren, and 29 greatgrandchildren; brothers and sisters, Celia (Donovan) Hansen of Sauk Centre, Doris Peterson of Sauk Centre, Bernard (Tillie) Bussmann of Melrose, Edward (Darlene) Bussmann of Melrose, and Betty (Vic) Goebel of Freeport. Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Kraker on January 13, 2008; parents; daughter, Anne Kraker on July 21, 1972; grandson, Cassidy Kraker; great-grandson, Dominic Kraker; sisters, Bernice Theiler, Anna Mae Morrison, and Rita Poepping; and sons-in-law, Mike Louden and Bill Anderson. Serving as casket bearers were her sons, John Jr., Bob, Jim, Don, Chuck, Pat, and Bill. Cross bearer was Jean Anderson and scripture bearer was Mike Kraker. Honorary bearers will be Lorraine’s grandchildren. Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
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Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of LeRoy Blenker, 75, Albany, was held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Albany. Fr. Cletus Connors, OSB officiated and burial followed in the parish cemetery. LeRoy passed away at Mother of Mercy Friday afternoon after a short but courageous battle against cancer surrounded by the love of his family. LeRoy was born on June 8, 1941 to Leo and Theresia (Meier) Blenker in Albany. He grew up with his sister and brother and graduated from Albany High School. LeRoy served in the United States
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Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Norbert L. Dehn, 93, Albany, was held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 5, 2016 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, St. Anthony. Father Cletus Connors, OSB officiated and burial with military honors took place in the parish cemetery. Norbert passed away surrounded by his children Thursday evening at Mother of Mercy in Albany two weeks after losing his beloved wife. Norbert was born on March 26, 1923 to Theodore and Eleanor (Barthel) Dehn in Anoka, MN. He grew up with ten siblings, attended the local school, and learned how to farm. At 21 years old, Norbert was inducted into the US Navy and proudly served his country until Dec. of 1945, at which time he returned to farming. On September 15, 1951, Norbert married Hellen Thibodeau and they had nine children over the 23 years they spent farming in Anoka. In 1973, they moved to Albany where they continued to farm until his retirement in 1984. He was born and bred into farming and loved what he did. Norbert enjoyed spending time with his family, taking trips to Arizona with Hellen, taking camping trips with his children and later, fishing with his grandkids. He loved fishing and often enjoyed his favorite meal of fresh fish. Norbert was a man of few words, who let his actions speak for themselves. He had a deep faith, was
Army from 1963-1964. He was married to Mary Stueve on June 3, 1967. LeRoy loved spending time at the cabin with family and friends, playing cards and fishing. He was an avid sports fan who could always tell you when the Twins played next or what the score was at the last Viking’s game. LeRoy worked as a foreman at Stone Container in St. Cloud for over 30 years and belonged to the Albany American Legion and Seven Dolors Catholic Church. LeRoy is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary Blenker of Albany; his children Sandy Borstad (fiancé Tom Wochnick) in Avon; Jennifer Blenker (special friend Joe James) of St. Cloud; Todd (Cindy) Driver of Waite Park; his sister Mary Grund of St. Cloud; his brother Roger (Jan) Blenker of Avon; as well as many other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Leo and Theresia and his brother-in-law Jim Grund.
a good listener, and gave sound advice. Most importantly, he loved his family and friends; he would often greet them, or show his appreciation, by offering a kiss on the hand. Norbert was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and the Albany American Legion. Norbert is survived by his children Jeanny (Ken) Nelson, Maple Grove; Joseph (Lisa) Dehn, Anoka; Steve (Joan) Dehn, St. Cloud; Kurt (Sandi) Dehn, Avon; Susan (Ed) Partch, Little Falls; Christeen (Darrel) Notch, Eden Valley; Julie (Jim) Wensmann, Elmdale; Kenneth (Sandy) Dehn, Sauk Rapids; Mary (Todd) Miller, St. Cloud; his siblings Lila Kalinoski, Norene Dehn, Delores (Alex) DeMars, James (Bernie) Dehn, Margaret Dehn, Rita Pouliot, Helen Bongaarts, Marie Picotte, Ronald (Marie) Dehn; his 25 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren; as well as other family and friends. He is greeted in Heaven by his dear Hellen, his parents Theodore and Eleanor, his grandson Jordan Wensmann and great-granddaughter Liberty Wilson, his brothers Harold, Gordy, and Leroy, his sister and brother-in-law Leora (Howard) Lahn, and his brothers-in-law Gordy Bongaarts, Roger Picotte and Donald Pouliot. Arrangements were with MillerCarlin Funeral Home in Albany.
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Addie E. Baggenstoss Addie E. Baggenstoss, age 92 of Albany, danced into her husband’s arms on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 while surrounded by her family at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, September 12, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany with Rev. Cletus Connors officiating. Inurnment will take place at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls at a later date. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at the Seven Dolors gathering area in Albany. Parish prayers will be held at 4 p.m. followed by the American Legion Auxiliary at 5 p.m. and the Christian Mothers and St. Ann’s Society at 6 p.m. Sunday evening. Adelheid Elizabeth Sperl was born August 29, 1924 in Albany, Minnesota to Aloys and Frances (Wohletz) Sperl. On May 12, 1948 she married Louis Baggenstoss at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Addie was a homemaker for many years raising her seven children. When the children went to school she began working at
Mother of Mercy for a total of 26 years. She worked as an Activities Director, Physical Therapist Aid, and as the Manager of the Assisted Living Center. After retiring, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She continued to volunteer and visit with people. Addie was always a busy lady. She enjoyed playing cards, dancing, crocheting, quilting, singing, and gardening. She also enjoyed sewing and altering clothes for family and friends. Addie was a life-long member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany, Christian Mothers, St. Ann’s Society, American Legion Auxiliary Post 482, Nursing Home Auxiliary, and also a Eucharistic Minister. Survivors include her children, Lois Sandvig of Minneapolis, Dean (Mary) Baggenstoss of Bemidji, Ross (Susan Hoffman) Baggenstoss of Avon, Craig (Debbie) Baggenstoss of Albany, Lisa (Dan) Lundberg of Avon, Leah (Dean) Hoffarth of Albany, and Lynn (Dennis Scepaniak) Baggenstoss of Avon; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brother, Ansie Sperl of Albany; and sister, Fran Linn of Sauk Centre. Addie was preceded in death by her husband, Louis on November 22, 2011; her parents, Aloys and Frances; and brothers, Sylvester, Robert, Hyacinth, and Alex. Serving as casket bearers will be Katie Sandvig, Shad Baggenstoss, Tina Spanier, Alyssa Baggenstoss, Owen Lundberg, Alli Bogard, and Becca Myrum. Scripture bearer will be Lynn Baggenstoss.
Delbert J. “Del” Petermeier
Delbert J. “Del” Petermeier, age 89 of Melrose, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, September 2, 2016 at his home in Melrose, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 8 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Virgil Petermeier, osc concelebrating. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose with military honors by the Melrose Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove. Delbert Joseph Petermeier was born March 11, 1927 in Melrose, Minnesota to Henry and Elizabeth (Zirbes) Petermeier. Del served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On August 18, 1954 he married Dolores Noll at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin. Del worked in the maintenance department at Kraft Foods for 38 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose and the American Legion Post 101. Del truly enjoyed his profession and spent 54 years as a refrigeration service engineer. When he wasn’t working, he
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enjoyed shooting the breeze and sharing wonderful stories with family and friends. Del thought the world of his family, especially his beloved wife, Dolores. He will be dearly missed. Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Dolores Petermeier of Melrose; children, Tim (Barb) Petermeier of Melrose, Dan (Nancy) Petermeier of Prior Lake, Jay (Connie) Petermeier of Melrose, and Jane (Tim) Pavlish of Fargo, North Dakota; four grandchildren, Travis, Michelle (Josh) Traut, Kelly (fiancé, Libby), and Ryan (fiancé, Becky); five great-grandchildren, Cade, Kanon, Calvin, Wyatt, and Everett; brothers, Bill Petermeier of Elk River, Tony Petermeier of Bloomington, and Tom (Pat) Petermeier of Alexandria; and sisters, Jeanette Barth of Melrose, JoAnne (John) Welle of Paynesville, and Betty Lafriener of New Hope. Del was preceded in death by his parents; brothers and sisters, George Petermeier, Richard Petermeier, Lucille Petermeier, Marie Meyer, Joe Petermeier, Stephen Petermeier, Lyola Vic, Carmella Worms, and Eunice Casey. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.
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Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Mary Ann Rausch, 91, Albany, was held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church, Albany. Fr. Cletus Connors, OSB officiated and burial followed in the parish cemetery. Mary Ann passed away at Mother of Mercy Saturday morning with family at her side. Mary Ann was born May 19, 1925 to Alois and Christina Janssen in Farming. On April 27, 1948, she married Benno Rausch at St. Catherine’s in Farming and they welcomed six children into their family. She worked alongside her husband on their farm, hauled milk for about 10 years and was a school bus
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The Mass of Christian Burial, celebrating the life of Donald C. Brever, age 89, of Albany will be 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 13 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Don passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. There will be a visitation from 4-7:00 PM, Monday, September 12 and again after 10:00 AM Tuesday at the church in Albany. Seven Dolors Parish Prayers will be at 4:00 PM, Monday at the church. Arrangements are being made by the Miller-Carlin Funeral Homes. Don was born July 11, 1927, in Long Prairie, MN, the only child of Ed and Caroline (Spieker) Brever. Prior to beginning his profession as a teacher, Don honorably served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Heidelberg, Germany at the end of WWII. Upon his discharge, he attended St. Cloud State Teacher’s College where he earned a degree in Industrial arts. He married Darlene Rehkamp in 1947, she predeceased him in 1994. He married Rosemary Kessler in 1997. Don began his teaching career in Haines, Alaska, before continuing at Upsala and retiring with the Albany Area Schools. In addition to his Industrial Arts classes, he coached football, basketball, track and field, and cross country. He was an advocate for the hard-working underdog; he was their biggest cheerleader and remembered well all of his teams and players. Even when dementia caused his loss of memory of recent events, the memories of his athletic teams was fresh in his mind. Don retired from teaching in 1984 and was fortunate to spend many great years of retirement wintering in Arizona. Don was an amazing
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Wedding Rebekah Hinnenkamp and Nicholas Schmitz
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Fran and Patsy Hinnenkamp of Melrose are happy to announce the marriage of their daughter Rebekah to Nicholas Schmitz, son of Jeff and Nancy Schmitz of Albany. Bekah is a 2006 graduate of Melrose High School and is employed at CentraCare Health, St Cloud. Nick is a 2005 graduate of Albany High School and is employed at Sunset Electric, Albany. A September 17 wedding is planned.
Birth Announcements Henry Thomas Toenyan
Joe and Daniell Toenyan of Melrose are proud to announce the birth of their son, Henry Thomas Toenyan, born Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 2:04 a.m. at the CentraCare Health-Melrose. Henry weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and measured 21 ½ inches in length. Henry is welcomed home by his big brothers Tanner, 6 and Luke, 4 years old and big sister Emily, 2 years old. Grandparents are Tom and Julie Toenyan of St. Rosa, Dell Holm of Detroit Lakes and Pam & Kenny Schultz of Mohave Valley, AZ. Great grandparent is Jean Reppin of Mendota, IL.
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Shawn and Stephanie Mayers of Melrose are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Jordyn Rose Mayers, born Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 7:42 a.m. at the CentraCare Health-Melrose. Jordyn weighed 9 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 20 ½ inches in length. Jordyn is welcomed home by her big brother Jackson and big sister Jaelyn. Grandparents are Jeff and Pam Lieser of Spring Hill and Bob and Julie Mayers of Melrose. Great grandparents are Gennie Lieser of Spring Hill and Jerry and Carol Molar of Paynesville.
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Social Security Workshop “Strategize to Maximize” Thrivent Financial is hosting a free educational workshop on Social Security: Strategize to Maximize,” on Wednesday, September 14 and 21, at 3:00 p.m. at the Little Falls Senior Center at 510 7th St NE, Little Falls. This workshop has been updated to reflect recent Federal legislation. It is designed for people trying to decide when, and how, to start taking their Social Security benefit. As a result of this workshop, you will be better prepared to make a decision that you will live with
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A fierce tornado destroyed his home. Finally, when the rains stopped and floods subsided, he returned to look at the damage. All had been destroyed. His home was gone. His belongings had been washed away. There was little more than the foundation and piles of rubble. But as he stood at the site, dazed and discouraged, he noticed something shining in the midst of a pile of debris. As he looked closely at the glimmering object, he discovered it was a large
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piece of gold bullion. He did his best to find the owner but to no avail. No one knew where the gold came from or who it belonged to. After waiting for weeks for an owner to come identify the gold he was told by his attorney and the police department to keep what he had found. What the flood destroyed and took from him also brought him wealth. Many of us have stories that are similar to this one. What we once viewed as a tragedy turned into a triumph. What we once believed was a trial and time of testing eventually turned into a gracious gift of God’s grace as He protected us from being destroyed by the Enemy. Beethoven, the great musician lost his hearing but became a great composer and his music still lives. John Bunyan was thrown into prison and forgotten for years. But through his adversity he glorified God by writing Pilgrim’s Progress. Fanny Crosby lost her sight but wrote over 6,000 Christian songs. “We went through fire and water,” wrote the Psalmist, “but you brought us to a place of abundance!”
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House Republicans to Govenor Dayton: Time to Get Real on Rising Health Costs
House Republicans held a news conference last Friday to discuss Thursday’s news that MNsure premium rates are set to skyrocket by 50-60% or more, and urge Governor Dayton and Democrats to finally admit that MNsure and Obamacare have failed Minnesota and work on solutions to address rising health care costs. “The task force and massive health care tax increases that Democrats have proposed would do nothing to make health care bills more affordable for Minnesota families,” said House Speaker Kurt Daudt, R-Crown. “It’s time for the Governor to admit that MNsure has been a costly $400 million failure, and join us in working to address rising health care costs.” According to rates released by the federal government Thursday, most MNsure users are likely to see premium increases of 50-60% or more. Final rates are expected to be announced in Octo-
ber, but historically rates have only fallen slightly—if at all—during the review period. “Instead of apologizing for broken promise after broken promise, Democrats are doubling down on this failed policy that is hurting Minnesota families,” added Majority Leader Joyce Peppin, R-Rogers. Rep. Greg Davids, R-Preston, Chair of the MNsure Legislative Oversight Committee indicated that Republicans would release a plan in the coming weeks aimed at tackling rising health costs and moving away from the failed $400 million MNsure website. “Republicans are committed to fighting to lower your health care costs,” Davids said. “Minnesotans deserve solutions that lower their health care bills, not tax increases and task forces that kick the can down the road and double down on Obamacare.”
The Demise of the American Family Farm and its Consequences
Local Farmers Explain Agricultural Challenges and Provide Possible Solutions Jerry and Diane Blonigen, retired farmers from St. Stephen, present The Demise of the American Family Farm at the Stearns History Museum’s Breakfast Club on Wednesday, September 14 beginning at 9 a.m. The couple has been involved with agriculture for decades and brings a personal perspective of the challenges facing today’s farmers. Jerry’s family is rooted in Stearns County agriculture. His great grandfather established a farm near St. Martin in the 1860s, a place where he learned the skills necessary to begin operating it on his own. Blonigen became an advocate in the industry with groups like the
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Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey Dear Dave, My wife and I make $100,000 a year combined, and we have about $12,000 in credit card debt. We also owe another $80,000 in student loans, and our kids’ private school education costs $1,000 a month. Is it okay for me to take a loan against my 401(k), which is invested in mutual funds, to clean up the credit card bills? -Stephen Dear Stephen, I wouldn’t do that. If your 401(k) is invested in good mutual funds, it’s likely you’ll miss out on some pretty good rates of return. But that’s not the biggest reason this is a bad idea. The biggest reason is that when you leave your company — and you will leave, whether it’s because you get a better job, you get fired, or you die — that loan is considered an early withdrawal. If you don’t repay it within 60 days, you’ll get hammered with a 10 percent penalty plus your tax rate. You could easily lose almost half of what’s in the account. If you want to start paying off debt, my advice is to start doing things to generate extra income and begin living on a tight budget. Grab an extra, part-time job for a while, too, and have a big garage sale. Sell so much stuff the kids think they’re next! You need to work a serious debt-busting plan. The good news is it’s only $12,000. Knocking out the credit card debt won’t be so bad, and with your income, the kids’ school isn’t unreasonable. It’s the $80,000 in student loans that’s killing you. Scrape together and save every penny you can find each month, and put that toward paying off the credit card debt. Then, roll that amount over, add anything else you can come up with, and attack those student loans. You can do it, Stephen! -Dave
Dear Dave, I’m 19 years old, and I just got kicked out of the house after wrecking my dad’s truck. I’ve got a job making $12 an hour working about 40 hours a week, and I’m currently living with a friend at his apartment. I have a goal of going to college, and I’d like to get out of my friend’s place as soon as possible. Do you have any advice for someone just starting out? -Brandon Dear Brandon, That’s a tough situation, buddy. I’m sorry things worked out that way with your dad. You’re going to need more money than what’s coming in, so let’s prioritize things. Your first goal is food, and your second goal is to help your friend a little bit with the rent. After that, you need to save up and get a car as quickly as possible. I’m talking about a total beater — a $500 to $1,000, mechanically sound, basic, ugly car. They’re hard to find, but they are out there. After you’ve done this and gotten some stability in your life, start thinking about saving for a little bit better car. This may mean picking up an extra part-time job for a while. Then comes piling up some cash so you can get your own place. Let’s get all this out of the way before you start thinking about school. Right now you barely have a place to live, and you’ve got nothing to drive. Listen, I love your motivation and the fact that you have dreams and a goal to better yourself. You’ve been through a lot, but let’s get the basics taken care of first, introduce a little stability into your life, and then we can start coming up with a plan for school and a long-term future. Good luck, Brandon! -Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business, and CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-selling books. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 11 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations and digital outlets. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.
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Swanville City August 5, 2016 Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held in the Swanville Center on Tuesday, August 5, 2016. The meeting called to order 7:00 p.m. with the following members present: Sandy Lange, Norm Carlson, Tony Maciej, Jay Bartkowicz, and Jim Molitor. Also present: Tim and Linda Dally, Mark Hallen, Cory DeFoe, Lonny Hutchins and reporter Sheila McCoy. Minutes of the Swanville City Council meeting held Tuesday, July 5, 2016 were reviewed. A motion was made by Jay Bartkowicz to approve the minutes as printed. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. The treasures report was given. A motion was made by Jim Molitor and seconded by Jay Bartkowicz to approve the treasurer’s report. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Mayor Lange presented to the council the recommendation by the Planning and Zoning committee to rezone the lot on the corner of First Street(County Road 102) and Springbrook Drive from Commercial to Residential in order for the ongoing plan to build the apartment complex by the Dally’s. With council’s agreement a Public Hearing will take place on September 6, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. before the regular monthly meeting. Letters will be sent and notice will be put in the paper. There was much discussion about which direction the new four plex would be built. Mayor Lange reported she had visited with County Engineer, Steve Backowski about having the driveways backing onto First Street (County Road 102). Backowski was not in favor of this for the fact of the safety risk. The next plan would be either extend Berkey Avenue into the lot and having the four plex built north and south or building east to west and have a driveway come in on Springbrook Drive. Council asked city engineer, Mark Hallen to put together an estimate which plan would be the most cost efficient for the city to put in sewer and water and the road. Mayor Lange stated there are housing grants and a TIF District will be looked into as well. Tim Dally stated he would like to start building in March of 2017 if everything would be in place. Maintenance worker, Lonny reported that he and council member Tony Maciej met with Todd Co. Soil & Water representative on the
Pillsbury beach erosion. It was decided that rocking most of the area would be very effective with the erosion instead of all wild flowers and grass. This project would be done with matching funds grant in the spring of 2017. This would also be a good project to have local organizations and scouts possibly help with. Mayor Lange presented council with a letter she received from MN Public Facilities about the recent audit in which it shows the revenues are insufficient to pay the PFA loans. After discussion, Council member, Tony Maciej made a motion to raise the water base rate from $16.00 to $17.25 and raise water per thousand gallons from $3.80 to $5.05. Also, raise sewer base rate from $14.00 to $15.25 per thousand gallons will remain the same $6.00 per thousand gallons. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Rates will be effective September 26, 2016. This will be revisited in September with the pre-levy. Mayor Lange presented to the council a letter from the Initiative Foundation requesting the council to consider a contribution for 2017. After discussion Jim Molitor made a motion to contribute in 2017 $500.00 to the Initiative Foundation. Tony Maciej seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Mayor Lange presented to the council resolution #160802 accepting a $26,000.00 donation from the Swanville Lions Club to be used toward city improvements. Jim Molitor made a motion to accept resolution #160802 in the amount of $26,000.00. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor. Council is very appreciative to the Swanville Lions Club for being very generous to the City. The clerk will be accepting affidavit of candidacy from today until 5:00 p.m., August 16, 2016 for a two year Mayor position and two Council members-four year term position. Council members terms that are up for re election are Jay Bartkowicz and Norm Carlson. The Swanville Rural Fire Association meeting will take place Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. Council will meet in the Swanville Center at 7:30pm and then move to the Swanville Fire Hall. Mayor Lange informed the council there will be an outdoor movie in the Swanville Park on Thursday August 18 at 8:00 p.m. This will be open to the public and put on by the Swanville Women’s
Civic Club. 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. Mayor Lange seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, motion carried. The next monthly meeting will be held Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. with the Public Hearing taking place at 6:30pm. There being no further business, a motion was made by Jay Bartkowicz and seconded by Tony Maciej to adjourn. All members voted in favor, motion carried. Meeting adjourned 8:50 p.m. Julie Hollermann, City Clerk/ Treasurer Swanville City Special Meeting August 30, 2016 These minutes are unapproved. A special meeting was called to order on August 30, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. in the Swanville Center. Members present: Mayor Lange, Jay Bartkowicz, Jim Molitor, and Norm Carlson. Members absent: Tony Maciej. Also present Jason Murray. Mayor Lange opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. and introduced Jason Murray a representative from David Drown & Associates. Jason stated he would be working with the City should the City decides to go forward and have a Tax Increment Financing District with Rotomolding of Swanville. Rotomolding would like to add onto their existing building and a shop/ repair facility on their property. After discussion and questions were answered Mayor Lange introduced Resolution # 160830, stating there will be a Public Hearing on October 4 at 6:30pm in the Swanville Center to establish a TIF District. Jim Molitor seconded the motion. All present voted in favor, motion carried. Mayor Lange presented to council a request project application service with Widseth, Smith & Nolting. This would allow WSN preparation of a grant application to the Workforce Housing Development Program for the apartment four plex. After discussion, Jim Molitor mad a motion to have WSN prepare the grant application. Norm Carlson seconded the motion. All members voted in favor, Motion carried. Mayor Lange stated at the Fire Association meeting a $2000.00 raise in the assessment will be asked to help defray the cost of a new pumper truck. The special meeting was then closed to move to the Swanville Fire Hall for the 8:00 p.m. meeting. Julie Hollermann City Clerk/Treasurer
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September 3, 2016: Morrison County Sheriff’s Office reports that at approximately 8:48 am, their office received a report of a two vehicle accident with injuries on 30th Street near 60th Avenue in Elmdale Township near Upsala. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Denis Notch, age 80 of Freeport, MN was traveling east on 30th Street and making a left hand turn into the Elmdale Town Hall. Notch turned in front of a vehicle driven by 17 year old Morgan Peschl of Foley and the two vehicles collided. Notch was transported by ambulance to the hospital with unknown injuries. Peschl was treated at the scene by Gold Cross personnel. Notch was driving a Chevy Truck and Peschl was driving a Nissan car. Both vehicles sustained substantial damage. The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Upsala First Response Team, Upsala Fire, and Gold Cross Ambulance. September 4, 2016: Morrison County Sheriff’s Office reports that at approximately 6:21 pm, their office received a report of an ATV accident with injuries at the Red Rooster Bar, in the city of Genola. According to the Sheriff’s Office, 69 year-old Martin Strom of Holdingford, MN pulled into the Red Rooster Bar parking lot and lost control of the ATV he was driving, eventually colliding into a parked vehicle. Strom had his 7 year-old granddaughter, Sophia Strom, from Long Prairie riding with and she was wearing a helmet and not injured. Strom was transported to St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls by Gold Cross Ambulance and he was later airlifted by North Air Care out of Brainerd to HCMC in the metro with serious injuries. Strom was driving a Yamaha ATV and was not wearing a helmet. The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Pierz Police Department, Pierz First Response Team and Gold Cross Ambulance.
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August 29, 2016: A theft of canoe was reported from a residence on County Road 29 south of County Road 14, the canoe is 14 ft. fiberglass green in color with a birch bark pattern. The theft happened sometime over the last week. August 30, 2016: At 19:54, TCSO received a call from a concerned citizen in Round Prairie TWP. The citizen reported that they had received a pop up on their computer requesting they call Tech Support for Microsoft. In the phone conversation, the tech company claimed the citizen needed to pay $300.00 for an anti virus software. The citizen paid the fee. The technical company later called back and stated they were going to refund $250.00. The company then claimed they accidentally refunded $1250.00 and the citizen would need to send $1000.00 on a moneypak card to China for the overpayment. TCSO encourages citizens to be cautious when pop ups show up on your computer. It is also advised to not provide your bank account information over the phone. August 31, 2016: At 11:17 Todd County Sheriffs Office received a report of a burglary on 335th Ave., Long Prairie. Items were taken from a house and some outbuildings. Anyone with information on this burglary or if you saw anything suspicious in the area please call the Todd County Sheriffs Office. September 5, 2016: At 10:48 Todd County Sheriffs Office received a damage to property report that occurred at the Thunder Lodge. Sometime between the hours of 0100 and 1000 a truck’s window was smashed and items were stolen out of the truck. Anyone with information on this incident please call the Todd County Sheriffs Office.
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