Thursday, August 4, 2011

Volume 95; Number 8

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EV School Board starts levy referendum discussion

Todd County Historic Courthouse renovation progresses

By Tarissa foot deep handHost. dug trench filled At the Todd with boulders and County Historic paper. A tin can Courthouse many was even found beneficial changes among the mess. are in progress. The courthouse The building has was actually built been completely without a basegutted in preparament. It was later tion for all of the revealed that the restoration projhand-dug, boulects and additions der-filled trench that will soon take was pinned and place. Everything specific areas has been exposed were dug out to said Nathan create a baseThe Todd County Historic Courthouse, pictured above, ment. They are Burkett, we shouldnt come has been completely gutted to prepare for new restora- currently digging across any new tions and additions. It is estimated the project will be out all of the surprises. Such completed by June 2012. foundation to as the lack of founbuild a new strucdations that was tural foundation. revealed upon Next you walk excavation earlier up the stairs to in the month. the second level. Standing at the You can see the b a s e m e n t rock wall from the entrance on the upper-level. The north side of the vaults are also on H i s t o r i c this level. Only Courthouse, you one vault will be cannot tell how able to open, the Pictured above is the buildings foundation which other three vault much has actually changed in the shows paper stuffed between boulders to fill empty space. doors will be past month. You A tin can was also found among the rubble. sealed shut and first notice that left for decor. The Once you step through the the rock walls have been slightly second level will hold the treasdoor, the first thing you see is patched. There is still a lot of urer, assessor, and recorder dirt floors, and walls that have patch work left to complete and offices. been torn apart revealing layers the slabs of concrete that act as a of what was supposed to be founrailing across the top of the rocks dation, but was actually a four Continued on page 12. needs to be replaced.

Residents of the Eagle Valley School District will again be asked to consider levy referendums during the November General Elections. By Rin Porter The Eagle Valley School Board met at 5 PM, July 25, and one of the topics for discussion was the November election, when the district must go to the voters to ask that its operating levy be renewed. The current operating levy expires this year, and another levy expires next year. The board is considering whether to ask voters for a simple renewal of these levies, or whether to ask for additional funding with a larger levy. The decision must be made at the August meeting. Generally, levies last for 10 years. Another option for the board to consider is a lease levy. This type of levy is used for specific items of technology, such as the purchase of new computers for students. Lease levies usually last for three years. A lease levy ballot question would be in addition to the operating levy referendum. In addition to discussing the levy options, the board voted to approve several actions. They approved hiring Michael Johnson as a special education teacher; and approved a sidewalk upgrade on the north side of the Clarissa school building. The board believes the city of Clarissa should share in the cost of the new sidewalk, and plans to make a request at the August city council meeting. The cost of the project was estimated at $9,000 for dirt work and concrete installation. The board also approved the construction of an additional parking lot on the southeast corner of the school grounds in Clarissa. Because of the consolidation of the elementary and high school programs at Clarissa, there is a need for 55 new parking spaces. The new dirt parking lot will have 24 spaces and cost $4500 to $5500.

2011 Todd County Fair

The 2011 Todd County Fair kicked off with Daycare Day on July 28th. Additional photos inside. Tarissa Host photos.

No one asked about where the remaining 31 cars would park. Finally, the board approved fall extracurricular assignments for staff. Coaching assignments included John Seiling, head football coach; Andy Lancaster, assistant football coach; Ryan Tourila, junior varsity football coach; Ben Johnson, assistant junior varsity coach; Missy Drosdahl, head volleyball coach; Heide Schnettler, assistant volleyball coach; and Katie Kaluza, C-squad coach. Another topic for discussion was the way the districts business office should be organized and staffed. At a previous meeting, Superintendent Jim Madsen brought up several ideas designed to reduce costs in the district office. First, he suggested the possibility that Eagle Valley share services with Bertha and/or Verndale. However, when he contacted these two districts to discuss the idea, he learned that neither one was interested in sharing at this time. Second, he suggested the regional education office could provide services for bookkeeping and payroll on a contract basis. He told the board this possibility would cost about $1600 per month. Despite numerous attempts, Mr. Madsen was unable to contact anyone at this office to get further details. Third, Mr. Madsen suggested the district change software providers and train a new person to operate the new software that would coordinate with other local districts. When he attempted to contact both the new and old software providers, he was not able to connect with either of them. During this discussion, board chair Sharon Notch asked Mr. Madsen whether he had considered hiring a local accountant to provide bookkeeping services for the school district. Mr. Madsen said he had not, but would do so right away to get an estimate of the costs and see how they compared to existing costs. He said, Wed like to keep as much school district money as possible right here in our community. Mr. Madsen announced that Continued on page 12.

WEEKLY WEATHER REPORT

Wed. Aug. 3 Mostly Sunny 83/62 Thur. Aug. 4 Partly Cloudy 82/63 Fri. Aug. 5 Partly Cloudy 82/62 Sat. Aug. 6 T-Storms 78/60 Sun. Aug. 7 T-Storms 76/58 Mon. Aug. 8 T-Storms 77/60

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HAPPENINGS
Free class offers tips for getting active
Lakewood Health System (LHS) is offering a free class with tips, ideas, and solutions for getting and staying active. The class is available Monday, August 8, 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Thursday, August 11, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Both classes will be held at Lakewood Health Systems Main Campus (49725 County 83, Staples) in the patio level classrooms. Space is limited; pre-registration is appreciated. RSVP to Gayle at 218-894-8623 or gaylechristenson@lakewoodhealthsystem.com. Physician referral is not necessary to attend the class. For more information, please contact Nola Varilek at 218-894-8586.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Browerville City Council meets the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm in the Browerville City Hall

Todd County Drop-In Center

Fri. Aug. 5: 10 am - 1 pm, Planning future events Sat. Aug. 6: 2 - 5 pm, Browerville South Park yard games Tue. Aug. 9: 3:30 - 6 pm, Pilates/Karaoke

Homemade Ice Cream Social Clotho United Methodist Church

Sunday August 7th 12 noon - on
American, rather than European, Winston said, and I treat the piano as an Afro-American tuned drum. He is happy to be an interpreter more than a composer. Winston has released 14 solo piano albums. Playing over 100 solo piano concerts a year in America and beyond, Winston also performs solo guitar harmonica concerts. At all George Winston concerts there is a food-drive for a local nonprofit food bank. General seating tickets may be purchased online at www.clctickets.com. VIP tickets may be purchased by calling Pam Thomsen at 218-855-8129 or Jean Beckmann at 218-855-8135. VIP tickets include reserved seating and access to a dessert buffet at intermission. For more information go to www.georgewinston.com

Pasta Night
August 6th
Call for reservations or for more details

218-738-5155
31886 County Rd 3 Eagle Bend
SUPPER CLUB SPECIALS

Tue - Peel N Eat Shrimp/Wings Fri - Surf & Turf & Prime Rib Sat - Prime Rib Sun - Chefs Choice

Supper Club
Open 5pm - 10pm - Daily

GOLF SPECIAL
Golf All Day w/Cart for $35 Tuesdays & Fridays

Armed Forces Retiree Appreciation Day

From Warroad to Willmar, military retirees and their spouses are invited to Camp Ripley, near Little Falls, on Saturday, Aug. 27 for the 10th Annual Armed Forces Retiree Appreciation Day or AFRAD. This is an opportunity for all armed forces retirees, spouses and widows to receive updated verbal and written information about their government benefits as military retirees, enlisted and officer, from all the military services. A member of the Camp Ripley staff will be available, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 26-27, in the Training and Community Center building to renew or update retiree or dependent identification cards. There is a small fee for registration and lunch. Please sign up for lunch by Aug. 15. For more information go to: trea115.org and click on the Events tab. For more information, call or e-mail TREA Chapter 115 President Ralph Donais at: 763441-2630 or e-mail: r.l.donais@izoom.net

Book Your Special Occasions Now!

Aug. 14, at 1:15 and 3:30 PM. Tim and Myles Thompson present high-energy instrumental and vocal duets of original and classic American folk songs. This fatherson act performs Sat., Aug. 13, at 11:45 AM and 2:45 PM. County 20, popular bluegrass and country band from Park Rapids, performs Sunday, Aug. 14, at 11:45 AM and 2:00 PM. Linda Breitag plays lively and varied fiddle music of French Canada Sat, Aug. 13, at 1:15 and 3:30 PM. The Rendezvous and Festival are open from 10 AM to 4 PM Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 13 and 14. Directions: From Staples, 4th Street north to Airport Road. Left on County Road 2 at Central Lakes College campus. West on County Road 2 to County Road 29. Right on CR 29, go 2.5 miles. Right on 140th St (dirt road). Go 1/2 mile to park entrance. From Wadena, east on U.S. 10 to Aldrich. Go 1.5 miles past Aldrich, turn left on County Road 26. At County Road 2, go right. At County Road 29, turn left. Go 2.5 miles to 140th St. Turn right on 140th St, 1/2 mile to park entrance.

Mystery Cave offers cool escape from summer heat

Visitors can once again experience natural wonders above and below ground at Forestville/ Mystery Cave State Park located in southeastern Minnesota. Cave tours are now being given following the state shutdown. Discovered in 1937, Mystery Cave is the longest cave in Minnesota spanning more than 13 miles underground. It is a network of passages that was created when rock was dissolved by moving water. Park naturalists guide tours through various portions of the cave and explain its history, its features and how it was formed. One-hour cave tours are designed to be fun and informative for all ages. They are ADA accessible. Another perk to cave tours during this hot Minnesota summer is the temperature. The cave stays at a constant 48 degrees year-round. One-hour cave tours are offered every day through Labor Day between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Two-hour and wild caving tours are offered on weekends. Details can be found on the park website at www.mndnr.gov or by calling 507-937-3251. Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park has also opened its main campground, horse campground and trails. Historic Forestville, a restored 1800s village operated by the Minnesota Historical Society, reopened July 23. Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park is located between Spring Valley and Preston, six miles off of State Highway 16. Signage will direct visitors to the park or cave.

Upcoming programs at Eagle Bend Library

The Great River Regional Library in Eagle Bend is offering the following programs. All Aboard for Story Time-Aug. 6 Children from preschoolers through second grade are invited to the Eagle Bend Public Library for All Aboard for Story Time,Saturday, Aug. 6, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Stories from different countries; make pinwheels. Attendance limit is eight and preregistration is required. Explore Down Under Aug. 9 Teens and preteens 10 to 13 years old are invited to an Explore Down Under program Tuesday, Aug. 9, 11 to 11:45 a.m. Stories, trivia, crafts and food. Preregistration is required. For more information, contact the Eagle Bend library at 218-7384590. Eagle Bend Library Hours: Mon. 10-5, Tue. 10-5, Thurs. 4-7, Sat. 9-12

Fall term starts Aug. 22 at Central Lakes College

The fall semester of the 2011-12 academic year begins Monday, Aug. 22 at Central Lakes College in Brainerd and Staples. The term runs through Dec. 16. A redesigned academic program at Brainerd is Administrative Assistant, offered as both a 60-credit Associate in Applied Science degree and 33-credit Diploma program. An Office Assistant certificate may be earned in 18 credits at the Brainerd campus. Sustainable Greenhouse Production, a 32-credit Diploma program is now offered in Brainerd.

Bertha church festival adds cribbage tourney

St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bertha, will hold their annual church festival Sunday, Aug. 14. A cribbage tourney, starting at 2:30 p.m., has been added to this years turkey/ham dinner with homemade au gratin potatoes and pie on the menu (11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) Parishioner Keith Radniecki decided to organize the cribbage tourney after seeing one at a Twin Cities church. He designed and made 20 cribbage boards for the event. Contact Radniecki at (218) 280-9303 for more information. This years festival also includes childrens games, a cake walk, silent auction, bingo and a raffle.

Grammy Award winner George Winston to perform in Brainerd

The Central Lakes College Foundation will host its annual fundraising event at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12 featuring Grammy Award-winning pianist George Winston in concert in Tornstrom Auditorium at the Washington Education Building, 804 Oak Street, Brainerd The event is being held to fund scholarships. Winston created his interpretive piano style 40 years ago, The Winston trademark is interpretation in what has come to be called folk piano. My approach is entirely North

Going Into Business For Yourself

Going Into Business For Yourself class will be held at Central Lakes College in Brainerd Thursday, Aug. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. This session covers all areas of business start-up, helpful advice on how to get your dream off the ground and stay profitable, including financing a new venture. Follow-up counseling is available to qualified individuals at no charge. Tuition payment is required at the time of registration, deadline to register is Aug. 11. For information call (800) 9330346 ext. 8142 or (218) 855-8142 or email jplatta@clcmn.edu

21st Annual Old Wadena Rendezvous and Folklife Festival

The Old Wadena Society announces the line-up of music and entertainment for this years Old Wadena Rendezvous and Folklife Festival to be held Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14, at Old Wadena Park in Wadena County. Monroe Crossing presents the very best in bluegrass music in Minnesota. They will perform Sun.,

Peggys Potpourri
Clinophobia is fear of going to bed. Logizomechanophobia is the fear of computers. Pteronophobia is the fear of being tickled by feathers. Phobophobia is the fear of fear. The supreme court ruled on the difference between fruits and vegetables in 1893. The can opener was invented about 50 years after the can. Leonardo daVinci wrote backwards because he was left-handed and did not want to get ink all over his hand. Rats multiply so quickly that in 18 months, two rats could have over million descendants. The cigarette lighter was invented before the match. Approximately 60% of the water used by households during the summer is used for watering flowers and lawns. On average, the life span of an American dollar bill is eighteen months. The best time for a person to buy shoes is in the afternoon. This is because the foot tends to swell a bit around this time. .If you think you are too small to be effective, you have never been in the dark with a mosquito.....Unknown

Four-Layer Dessert
Crust: 1 c. flour 1/2 c. pecans 1/2 c. butter Press into 9x13 pan. Bake 15 minutes at 350. Second Layer: 1 1/2 c. whipped topping 1 c. powdered sugar 8 oz. cream cheese Beat until fluffy. Third Layer: 2 pkg. instant pudding (any flavor) 3 c. cold milk Fourth Layer: Top with more whipped topping. Sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate.

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PEOPLE PAGE
gy at St. Marys Central High School, Bismarck, ND. She was principal in Sobieski and Browerville and held assorted other positions. In the early 1950s, S. Elvan sketched a picture of the Blessed Virgin on which students sewed hundreds of different buttons, each signifying a school task successfully completed. OUr Lady of Lourdes Church, Little Falls, continues to display this parish treasure. In later years, S. Elvan assisted at St. Benedicts Monastery in the liturgy office, corresponded with family, Sisters away and Sisters in Poland, and recorded her family history. Throughout her life, S. Elvan researched and wrote extensively on Polish history and her family history and spoke to community and school groups. She moved to St. Scholastica Convent in 2006, where she participated in community life and a ministry of prayer. S. Elvan is survived by her Benedictine community; two brothers: Joseph, Browerville, and Robert, Zimmerman; and four sisters, Clara Lucas, Browerville, Cecelia Gresback, St. Paul, Albina Greenwood, Eagle Bend, and Elizabeth Schneider, Andover, SD. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers: Emanuel, William and Henry, and two sisters: Mathilda and Loretta Costello.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Obituaries

BHS Class of 71
The Browerville High School class of 1971 is planning a 40th reunion on Saturday, September 17, at Double Eagle Golf Course. Please send your contact information to: Bob Geraets, PO Box 344, Browerville, MN 56438; gatshsd01@embarqmail.com; or 320594-6453

50th Wedding Anniversary

Lone Pine School Reunion

There will be a reunion of any and all students who attended the Lone Pine School, District 151/2360 in northeastern Little Elk Township, Todd County. Teachers and parents are also welcome. Please join us at Bingo Park in Randall, Sunday, August 7, 2011 at noon. This will be like the old end of the school year picnic--each family is asked to bring their own dishes, utensils, and a dish to pass. Coffee and Kool-Aid will be provided. Jot down your memories of the time you spent there, and bring along any pictures you may have. We hope to see you there. For more info, call Eileen 320749-2927 or Teresa 218-764-2457.

Romaine Lamusga Romaine Lamusga, 74, Nisswa, passed away December 18, 2010. Romaine was born December 2, 1936 in Hartford Township, Todd County, to Frank and Mary (Baron) Lamusga. He worked for many years at Quality Enterprise in Brainerd. Romaine enjoyed writing letters, listening to old time country music, sitting outside and watching the farmers work in the field. He enjoyed looking at books; Romaine was a car enthusiast, he could tell you the make and model of the vehicles that drove by. Romaine is survived by his siblings: Rosina Chaffee, Mary Poveda, Edward Lamusga, Tony Lamusga; sisters-in-law Dorothea, Christine and Dorothy Lamusga and many nieces and nephews. Romaine was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings: Jerome, Roland, Frank and infant brother Joey. Arrangements by Iten Funeral Home, Browerville.

There will be an open house celebrating the 50th wedding anniversary of Larry and Linda Paskewitz. The event will be held Saturday, August 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Staples. No gifts, please.
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Region Five announces two new employees

The Region Five Development Commission announces the addition of two new staff members, Joe Schulte and Melissa Radermacher. Joe has been engaged as the new business loan developer and Melissa will be assisting in our finance office.

Marriage licenses
Joshua J. Georges, Staples, and Amber M. Hansen, Staples Jonathon W. Deitering, Browerville, and Tina M. Abrahamson, Browerville Luke H. Fuechtmann, Sauk Centre, and Amanda R. Johnson, Grey Eagle Loren S. VanHavermaet, Grey Eagle, and Jackie L. Bruder, Grey Eagle Jason L. Levin, Long Prairie, and Anne K. Dynes, St. Paul Dwight R. Ogle, Anacortes, WA, and Stephanie A. Korfe, Anacortes, WA

Physician Assistant student at Lakewood Health System

Britta Kolodziej, a physician assistant student at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse/ Gundersen/Mayo, has chosen to do her summer rotation at Lakewood Health System (LHS). Kolodziej will complete two, four-week rotations in emergency medicine/ urgent care and family practice. Once she completes her degree in August, 2011, Kolodziej plans to pursue a career in family practice.

MHA Certification Program. The MHA program is designed to provide volunteer board members with information and resources to assist them in becoming effective and knowledgeable board members and leaders. It involves education and training in a variety of issues that impact hospital governance including strategic planning, ethics, finance, quality, and patient safety. Bjerga joins three other Lakewood board members in having completed the certification process. She has served as a member of the Lakewood Health System District Board for five years and also serves as a member of the Lakewood Foundation Board and Finance Committee.

Steinert, A.J. Kellen, Harold (Sonny) Freyholtz; Aug. 6: John Bednarz, Pamela Buermann, Jordan Salber, Jackie Marstein, Lizzie Brichacek; Aug. 7: Mariyln Tyrrell, Russ Becker, Stan Brichacek, Donald Swanson, Carol Branby, Kim Quirt; Aug. 8: Lyle Katterhagen, Barbara Bentler; Aug. 9: Dorothy Solem, Nancy Jeziorski Happy Anniversary this week to: Aug. 4: Roger and Jan McIntyre, Willie and Jeanette Hetland, Joe and Kelly Bryniarski; Aug. 5: Larry and Linda Paskewitz; Aug. 6: Dan and Lynnette Pachan, Stacy and Melanie Brose

Looking Back
50 years ago - Aug. 3, 1961
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Steinmetz, a girl, Kathryn Joan, 7 lb. 5 oz., July 26, 1961. Pictured were Future Citizens of the Browerville Community, including: Douglas and Linda Lou Schmidt, Sharen, Suzanne, and Dann Weske, Marcia, Thomas and Michael Kahlert, Kristopher, Larry, Allen and Kevin Lemm, Jimmy Jonckowski, Cindy Iten, David and Dione Sadlo, Joseph, Timothy, and Colleen Soule, Albert, Rose, Elizabeth, and Michael May, Rosemarie and Debra Pankratz, Bonnie and Brenda Steinmetz, Debra and Valerie Goligowski

Elvan (Mary) Drayna, OSB July 10, 1914 - July 21, 2011 A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at Sacred Heart Chapel, St. Benedicts Monastery, St. Joseph, for Sister Elvan Drayna, who died July 21, 2011, at St. Scholastica Convent, St. Cloud. Burial was in the monastery cemetery. S. Elvan was born to Peter and Christine (Cebulla) Drayna July 10, 1914, near Browerville. She entered St. Benedicts Monastery September 8, 1932, and made her monastic profession July 11, 1934. S. Elvan graduated from St. Josephs Grade School and public high school in Browerville. She attended the Diocesan Teachers College in St. paul and received a BA degree in biology and a minor in art from the College of St. Benedict. She taught middle and upper grades in elementary schools at St. Bernards in St. Paul, Sobieski, St. John Cantius, St. Marys And St. Anthonys in St. Cloud, White Earth, Freeport, Little Falls, Gilman, Miesville, Browerville, St. Johns in Wahpeton, ND, and biolo-

Births
Lakewood Health System
Mandy and Bobby Berndt, Eagle Bend, girl, Alexis Leigh, 6 lbs 12 oz, July 22, 2011 Trisha and Anthony Szczodroski, Pillager, girl, Emry Sura-Faith, 8 lbs 3 oz, July 23, 2011 Amy and Derek Christensen, Pequot Lakes, boy, Wallace Anthony, 9 lbs 7 oz, July 23, 2011 Victoria and Jacob Anderson, Pine River, boy, Marleau Lee, 8 lbs 6 oz, July 24, 2011 Alyssa Stangle and Lashawn Critten, Staples, boy, Jaxton Ross, 8 lbs 4 oz, July 25, 2011 Shandra Hanson, Staples and Brant Ruhl, Sebeka, boy, Jacob Ian, 6 lbs 9 oz, July 28, 2011 Ana and Michael Dunn, Pierz, girl, Chloe Evelyn, 7 lbs 1 3oz, July 28, 2011 Ashley and Lee Current, Staples, girl, Amelia Kaylynn, 7 lbs 6 oz, July 28, 2011 Brittnay Hopp and Rob VanVickle, Wadena, girl, Aubrey Kayemarie, 7 lbs 4 oz, July 29, 2011

Family Nurse Practitioner student at Lakewood Health System

Kassandra Sullivan, a family nurse practitioner student at the University of North Dakota, has chosen to do her summer clinicals at Lakewood Health System. Sullivan will follow various healthcare providers on a daily basis to learn about the different aspects of rural family practice medicine. Sullivan plans to pursue a career in family practice or dermatology.

25 years ago - Aug. 7, 1986

Specials at Jordahls Grocery were: Spare Ribs, 89/lb; Chicken Drumsticks, 49/lb; Gold Medal Pop, 5/$1; Party Buns, 12/89; Bluffton Solid Butter, $1.69; Campbells Cream of Celery Soup, 2/79; Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, 2/99; 2# White Rice, 59; 18 oz. Kelloggs Corn Flakes, $1.49; Generic White Napkins, 140 ct., 69

Lakewood Board Member earns certification

Lakewood Health System board member Judith A. Bjerga, a retired educator for the Staples/Motley District, has completed the Minnesota Hospital Associations (MHA) Board Certification Program. Bjergas certification places Lakewood first among Minnesota health care facilities in terms of the number of its board members who are graduates of the

Milestones
Happy Birthday this week to: Aug. 3: Tim Fisher, Jeanette Bruder, Terry Swanson, Sue Miller, Jim Tepley, Darlene Tepley, DeLores Arrigoni; Aug. 4: Mary Wetzel, Jorden Goodrich, Laisha Buhl; Aug. 5: Delrae Mensen, Ronnie Baron, Marcella Abrahamson, Lorraine

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OPINIONS
A letter from the country
Dear friends,

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Pete Berscheit, Veteran Service Officer 347 Central Ave Suite 3, Long Prairie, MN 56347 pete.berscheit@co.todd.mn.us 320-732-4419

VA s New Director of Office of Patient-Centered Care Named as one of Top 25 Women in Health Care Leads Key VA Effort to Serve Veterans
Dr. Tracy Gaudet, Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) newly established Office of Patient-Centered Care and Cultural Transformation, has been selected as one of the top 25 Women in Health Care by Modern Healthcare magazine for her leadership in serving Veterans. We are very proud that Dr. Gaudet has been selected for this top honor, said Dr.Robert A. Petzel, VA s Under Secretary for Health. Dr. Gaudet s selection for this award as well as her selection as Director of our new Office of Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation reflects VA s commitment to excellence by hiring the best clinicians and medical professionals available to serve our Nation s Veterans. Modern Healthcare magazine is one of the health-care industry s leading business news publications. An editorial board of its senior editors selected the Top 25 Women in Health care for 2011, and the recipients were announced and profiled in the magazine s April 18 issue. Dr. Gaudet began her new position at VA in January after serving as the Executive Director of Integrative Medicine at Duke University Medical Center since 2001. I am truly honored and believe my selection is a reflection of the commitment the VA has to developing and delivering a new patient-centered model of care for our Veterans, Dr. Gaudet said. Working together, we can do what is right for our Veterans, and for our country, at this critical time in the history of medicine. Dr. Gaudet received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke University and completed her M.D. at Duke University s School of Medicine. For more information about VA please visit http://www.va.gov.

State Veterans Cemetery Receives National Honor

The Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, Minnesota received a prestigious Excellence of Appearance honor from the National Cemetery Administration. This is one of the highest honors a state cemetery can receive from the Federal VA. Minnesota is currently one of only three states in the country to be recognized and receive this accolade. The Excellence of Appearance honor is a component of Shrine Status, which is based on a set of standards created by the National Cemetery Administration. The criteria includes an extensive checklist of components that a cemetery must meet, to include the overall experience and feel of the cemetery, the condition of the turf, the design of the layout and more. Frank Salvas, Sr., Director of the State Cemetery Grants Service visited the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery for a tour, and to congratulate Cemetery Director David Swantek and cemetery staff. This recognition of the hard work and effort of the Cemetery staff here in Little Falls represents the high standards the National Cemetery Administration portrays. Their daily efforts are a clear indication that those interred here are honored and respected, said Salvas. In fiscal year 2011 the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery received an overall satisfaction rate of 97.62 percent for various categories, including handling of burial, facilities, overall appearance of grounds and courtesy of staff. I am extremely proud of David Swantek and his team of professionals. Their effort in ensuring our Veterans final resting place is maintained at the highest of standards clearly demonstrates the value Minnesotans place on our Veterans and their service, said Larry Shellito, Commissioner Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs.

Another rainy Monday morning--seems like weve seen lots of those this summer. Of course we have hay down, its been pretty hard to get hay baled without at a least little rain on it this year. But my flowers are pretty and I havent had to water them much; which is a good thing as the mosquitoes are huge and abundant. Our lawn also grows like we live in a rain forest. Its been impossible to keep up with it between our work schedules, Sonnys farming, and the rain. Hunter has been good about coming to mow when we are home, or his parents bring him, and the weather permits. He was supposed to come this afternoon, but it looks like it will have to wait a day. Stacey and I are both excited about George Winston coming to Brainerd August 12 (check the Happenings page.) We love his music and want to go to the concert, but its the night before our annual Goligowski Family Reunion and we have to get ready for that. However, we really, really want to go to that concert. I know the tickets will go fast, so we better decide soon. Last Thursday we watched a young couples two and three year olds for the evening. They were very well behaved and when it was time for bed, I read them a couple stories and tucked them in. We didnt hear a peep from either of them--wow, impressive. On Saturday afternoon we had grandkids, Jonathan (6), David (4), and Lydia (2), while their parents attended a wedding. They are so entertaining. David had a band-aid on his back, Jonathan ran over me with his bike, and another band-aid on his bottom, Lydia bit me. Its hard being the middle child! I told Stacey about it this morning; she appreciated the story, as she was my middle child. I dont think she suffered too much, but she seems to think she did. Sunday afternoon grandson Justin came and moved hay for us. He is a really good worker and had to use the tractor with the cab and no air conditioning. He didnt complain a bit, and plans to come again Friday to move more bales. Sonny says hes a really good worker, and we can use him as many times as he wants to come help during haying season. I planned to bake banana bread Sunday afternoon, then put it off until Sunday evening, then put it off until Monday after work. I really love to cook, but dont care to bake. I dont know why, thats just how it is. The bananas must be taken care of today when I get home or they will have to go. We can always use baked stuff for lunches and company, so I have no good excuse not to bake, just simply dont want to. Ill let you know if we end up with banana bread or bananas in the trash. I have also been hard at work on baby quilts. I need two boy and two girl ones ready, as there are two new babies on the way. I love making the quilts, but told Sonny it was either work on quilts or do house work in the evenings until they were done, and I have opted to work on the quilts. Tuesday, Granddaughter Jenna is coming to help grandma catch up on the housework, bless her little heart. Happy 16th Birthday Zac, today, August 1. Hard to believe he is 16, over six feet and more than 200 lbs. He was such a little baby--and so cute!!! I know he appreciates having me put this in the paper!! Peggy

DNR to campers
Outdoors enthusiasts can once again make reservations at Minnesota state parks. Due to the high call volume the reservation system has been experiencing since the shutdown, the DNR recommends making reservations online at stayatmnparks.com, if possible. For those who prefer to speak with an operator, reservations can be made at 866-857-2757. All but four Minnesota state parks have reopened following the shutdown. Camden, Old Mill, St. Croix and Upper Sioux Agency state parks remain closed due to extensive storm damage. Reservations can be made up to a year ahead, but because the reservation system was closed during the shutdown, Minnesota state parks have not yet taken any reservations for July 4, 2012, so all 3,323 reservable campsites and lodging at all parks will be up for grabs.

During the last week in July in 2010, Minnesota state parks had 348,000 day visitors and 59,000 overnight visitors. Standard campsites can be reserved for $12 to $20 a night (plus $5 for electric hook-ups), not including vehicle permits, which are required to enter Minnesota state parks. Vehicle permits are $5 for one night or $25 for a 12-month permit providing unlimited access to all 74 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. For those who would rather wait and see what the weather is like, up to thirty percent of campsites at Minnesota state parks are nonreservable and available to campers on a first-come, firstserved basis. For more information, including descriptions of each parks scenery, wildlife and recreational opportunities, call 651-296-6157 (888-6466367) or visit mndnr.gov. Some parks have online virtual tours, which provide park previews.

State park reservation system reopens with record-setting results

On Tuesday, July 26, the first day the reservation system was open following the government shutdown, some 4,140 reservations were made for a total of 11,489 nights of camping and lodging. We had 162 reservations in the first five minutes, said Bill Anderson, reservation system manager for the DNRs Division of Parks and Trails. It was by far the busiest day in the history of our reservation system. The previous all-time high was 1,761 reservations on June 2, 2008, the date when Minnesota state parks began allowing reservations a full year in advance (up from the previous policy of 90 days in advance maximum). Approximately three-fourths of the reservations made yesterday were for overnight stays in 2011, the rest were for 2012. The highest

number of reservations were for Itasca (379 reservations), Lake Carlos (278), Wild River (169), Sibley (167) and Bear Head Lake (160) state parks. Others with more than 100 reservations included Temperance River, Tettegouche, Jay Cooke, Gooseberry Falls, Forestville/Mystery Cave, Whitewater, Split Rock Lighthouse, William OBrien, McCarthy Beach and Father Hennepin state parks. All but two of the 74 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas have reopened following the shutdown. Camden and St. Croix state parks remain closed due to extensive storm damage. Standard campsites can be reserved for $12 to $20 a night (plus $5 for electric hook-ups), not including vehicle permits, which are required to enter Minnesota state parks. Vehicle permits are $5 for one night or $25 for a 12-month permit providing unlimited access to all 74 Minnesota state parks and

recreation areas. Due to the high call volume the reservation system has been experiencing since yesterday, the DNR recommends making reservations online at stayatmnparks.com, if possible. For those who prefer to speak with an operator, reservations can be made at 866-857-2757. Reservations are recommended but not essential, Anderson said. Up to thirty percent of campsites at Minnesota state parks are nonreservable and available to campers on a first-come, firstserved basis. For more information, including descriptions of each parks scenery, wildlife and recreational opportunities, call 651-296-6157, toll-free 888-646-6367 or visit mndnr.gov. Some parks have online virtual tours, which allow visitors to preview the park before their trip.

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LEGAL NOTICES
next business day at 11:59 p.m. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: NONE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: July 27, 2011 CitiCorp Trust Bank, fsb Mortgagee Peterson, Fram & Bergman, P.A. By: Steven H. Bruns Attorneys for: CitiCorp Trust Bank, fsb Mortgagee 55 E. 5th St., Suite 800 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 209-7599 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. 14066-110026
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Thursday, August 4, 2011

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 08/21/2007 MORTGAGOR(S): Nathaniel I. Lade and Brianna L. Lade, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: CitiCorp Trust Bank, fsb SERVICER: Citicorp Trust Bank MORTGAGE ID #: n/a DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 14, 2007,Todd County Recorder, Document No. 451522. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Being known and designated as the South Sixty (60) feet of North One Hundred Thirty-seven and One-half (137 1/2) feet of Lots Four (4) and Five (5), Block Nine (9), Original Townsite of Long Prairie according to the plat on file and of record in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Todd County, Minnesota. TAX PARCEL NO.: 360017100 ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 116 3rd St N Long Prairie, MN 56347 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $134,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $131,192.30 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: Thursday, September 29, 2011, 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Main Lobby of Todd County Detention Center, City of Long Prairie to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys' fees allowed by law subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: The date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under Minnesota Statutes section 580.30 or the property redeemed under Minnesota Statutes section 580.23 is 03/29/2012 at 11:59 p.m. If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the

11-073414 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: November 17, 2005 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $101,408.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Manuel Cervantes and Dora M. Cervantes, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, NA LENDER: Wells Fargo Bank, NA SERVICER: Wells Fargo Bank, NA DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed November 21, 2005, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 438564 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The North 65 feet of Lot 3, Block 4, Tweed's First Addition to Long Prairie PROPERTY ADDRESS: 124 7Th Street Se, Long Prairie, MN 56347 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 36.0027500 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $97,621.17 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or

any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: September 1, 2011, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on March 1, 2012. "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: June 27, 2011 Wells Fargo Bank, NA Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter - 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.
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10-069942 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: February 23, 2007 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $193,500.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Dawn E. Tepley & James A. Tepley, wife and husband MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. LENDER: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. SERVICER: Wells Fargo Bank, NA DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed March 1, 2007, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 447643 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST 2007-WF1; Dated: November 22, 2010 filed: December 23, 2010, recorded as document number 471195 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, Section 13, Township 132, Range 33 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 42542 275Th Avenue, Browerville, MN 56438 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 19-0012700 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $205,981.49 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 18, 2011, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 12 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on August 20, 2012. Dated: June 24, 2011 Deutsche Bank National Trust

Company, as Trustee for HSI ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST 2007-WF1 Assignee of Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter - 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES.
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Independent School District No. 787 Browerville, Minnesota Invitation for Quotations for Bread and Related Products

1. Independent School District No. 787, Browerville, Minnesota, will accept quotations for Bread and Related Products for the Hot Lunch Program for the school year 20101-2012. 2. Quotations will be accepted until Thursday, August 4, 2011, 3:00 P.M. Only firm quotations for the entire year will be accepted and no escalator clauses will be considered. Items to be quoted and accompanying forms may be obtained from the Office of the Business Manager. All quotations should be returned to the Office of the Business Manager, Browerville Public Schools, Box 185, Browerville, Minnesota 56438 Dated this 29th day of June, 2011 Independent School District No. 787 Browerville, Minnesota, 56438 /s/ Denis Irsfeld, Clerk
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Independent School District No. 787 Browerville, Minnesota Invitation for Quotations for Milk Products

1. Independent School District No. 787, Browerville, Minnesota, will receive sealed bids for School Milk and Related Products requirements for the District for the 2011-2012 school year, according to the specifications and conditions which may be obtained in the Office of the Business Manager, Independent School District No. 787, Browerville, Minnesota 56438. 2. Sealed bids must be received in the Office of the Business Manager no later than 3:00 P.M., Thursday, August 4, 2011.

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Lakewood Health System hosts Baby Birthday Bash

Babies and their parents pose for a group picture at Lakewood Health Systems annual Expectations birthday party. Lakewood Health System hosted its eighth annual Expectations Birthday Party Thursday, July 21. The event celebrated babies born at the hospital between June 1, 2010 and May 31, 2011. The birthday party was hosted by the Lakewood Health System Expectations team, which is comprised of nurses who work with expectant parents and families through pregnancy, the birth experience, and even into the childhood years. More than 300 guests were treated to pony rides, gifts, games, a picnic dinner, and birthday cake. There were 382 deliveries at Lakewood Health System in 2010. This included nine sets of twins, resulting in a total of 391 births. To learn more about Lakewoods Expectations program, or to meet our extraordinary medical staff, contact the Expectations team at 218-894-8525 or visit www.lakewoodhealthsystem.com.

Thank you for attending the Todd County Fair

4-H HORSE SHOW
Andrew Hinrichs of Fergus Falls selected four 4-H Horse Project Members on Saturday, July 9, at the Todd County 4-H Horse Show to represent Todd County at the 2011 Minnesota State Horse Show to be held September 16-19. Kirstin Sudbeck, Restless Riders, and Candra Gould, Golden Gophers, were chosen in the Pleasure Classes. In the Game Classes Laura Becker, Restless Riders, and Rosa Hukriede, Independent 4-Her, won the honors. The following 4-Hers were named top exhibitors in the various classes: Halter Showmanship--Grades 9 and Up: Candra Gould, Golden Gophers; Grades 6 through 8: 4-H Fashion Review winners. Kirstin Sudbeck, Restless Riders; Grades 3 through 5: Brianna Graves, Golden Gophers Western Horsemanship--Grades 9 and Up: Rosa Hukriede, Independent 4-Her; Grades 6 through 8: Kirstin Sudbeck, Restless Riders; Grades 3 through 5: Dalton Louden, Restless Riders Western Pleasure--Grades 9 and Up: Rosa Hukriede, Independent 4-Her; Grades 6 through 8: Jana Roste, West Union Country Kids English Pleasure (Hunt or Saddle): Kirstin Sudbeck, Restless Riders English Equitation: Kirstin Sudbeck, Restless Riders Trail ClassGrades 9 and Up: Rosa Hukriede, Independent 4Her; Grades 6 through 8: Kirstin Sudbeck, Restless Riders Barrel Racing--Grades 9 and Paskewitz, A-1; Jersey: Champion - Colton Paskewitz, A-1; Reserve Champion - Sara Carstensen, Lone Star; Milking Shorthorn:Champion - Eric Seifert, Wykeham Willing Workers; Reserve Champion - Eric Seifert, Wykeham Willing Workers; and Crossbred: Champion - Kayla Barthel, Independent 4-Her; Reserve Champion - Kayla Barthel, Independent 4-Her. Dairy Showmanship awards were presented to: Grades 3-5Champion - Dylan Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters/Highland; Reserve Champion - Rachel Paskewitz, A-1; Grades 6-8Champion - Tanner Gjerstad, Hustlin Rustics; Reserve Champion - Katelyn Middendorf, Lone Star; Grades 9-13-Champion Up: Rosa Hukriede, Independent 4-Her; Grades 6 through 8: Laura Becker, Restless Riders; Grades 3 through 5: Dalton Louden, Restless Riders Jumping Figure 8--Grades 9 and Up: Rosa Hukriede, Independent 4-Her; Grades 6 through 8: Laura Becker, Restless Riders; Grades 3 through 5: Dalton Louden, Restless Riders Pole Weaving--Grades 9 and Up: Ashley Jane Kircher, Country Rockbusters; Grades 6 through 8: Laura Becker, Restless Riders; Grades 3 through 5: Dalton Louden, Restless Riders Key Race--Grades 9 and Up: Heather Becker, Restless Riders; Grades 6 through 8: Gabrielle Becker, Restless Riders; Grades 3 through 5: Dalton Louden, Restless Riders - Sarah Paskewitz, A-1; Reserve Champion - Rachel Stoterau, Hustlin Rustics. The following ten 4-H'ers will represent Todd County at the Minnesota State Fair: Cody Current, Wykeham Willing Workers; Rachel Stoterau, Hustlin Rustics; Sarah Paskewitz, A-1; Kayla Barthel, Independent 4-Her; Colton Paskewitz, A-1; Katelyn Middendorf, Lone Star; Eric Seifert, Wykeham Willing Workers; Alek Paskewitz, A-1; Amber Hlatky, Wykeham Willing Workers; and Megan Hollermann, Burtrum Boosters/Highland. A special Thank You to all volunteers who made the 4-H Dairy Show a success.

4-H DAIRY SHOW

Cody Current, Wykeham Willing Workers, exhibited the Grand Champion Dairy Animal at the 2011 Todd County 4-H Dairy Show on Friday, July 29. Cody won these honors with his Holstein Three Year Old. Cody was also named Champion Holstein Exhibitor. The Reserve Champion Dairy Animal, a Holstein Dry Cow, was exhibited by Rachel Stoterau, Hustlin Rustics. Rachels Dry Cow Exhibit was also named the Reserve Champion Holstein Exhibit. Other breed champion exhibitors included: Brown Swiss: Champion - Alexander Hulinsky, Burtrum Boosters/Highland; Guernesey: Champion - Alek

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Thursday, August 4, 2011 motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: RESOLUTION APPROVING MODIFICATIONS TO THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT GOVERNING THE CENTRAL MINNESOTA REGIONAL RADIO BOARD CHANGING THE NAME OF THE BOARD TO CENTRAL MINNESOTA EMERGENCY SERVICES BOARD WHEREAS, Todd County is a member of the Central Minnesota Regional Radio Board. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approves the June 2011 modifications to the Joint Powers Agreement governing the Central Minnesota Regional Radio Board including the name change to the Central Minnesota Emergency Services Board. Property Records and Taxpayer Services On motion by Ruda and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve a total of three property records and taxpayer services generalist positions. Todd County Administration Discussion was held on the data practices policy for external and internal data practices. The Administrator gave an update on the state shut down. The Administrator was directed by the Board to draft a letter of non-support of House File 1046, which reduces the Market Value Credit paid to the County and replaces it with a Homestead Market Value reduction and bring it to the next work session. Administrators Report Nothing at this time. Commissioners Report Kircher reported the Ordinance Committee for Public Safety has met and has decided not to move forward and let the current law take its course. Neumann requested from the Administrator a report listing names of employees starting from the highest wage to the lowest wage as of July 1, 2011. Adjourn The Board Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:40 a.m. until July 19, 2011. COMMISSIONER WARRANTS VENDOR NAME AMOUNT CONTECH CONSTRUCTION 8,235.91 FRANCIS PHELAN CPA 2,590.00 SEH INCORPORATED 2,642.78 125 PAYMENTS LESS THAN $2000 28,213.99 FINAL TOTAL $41,682.68 AUDITOR WARRANTS VENDOR NAME COMPUTER PROFESSIONALS LARSON ALLEN LLP MN DEPT OF FINANCE TODD SOIL & WATER CONS DIST TRAFFIC MARKING SERVICE INC PAYMENTS LESS T HAN $2000 AMERICAN HERITAGE BANK FLEET SERVICES MINNESOTA POWER MITCHS FUEL SERVICE RAINBOW RIDER STOECKEL JAHNER INC AMERICAN COMMUNICATIONS INC AMERICAN HERITAGE 2,770.90 CITY OF PERHAM 31,661.63 CONTEGRITY GROUP INC 3,870.00 DOUGS EXCAVATING INC 28,644.40 DENNIS FINCH 2,400.00 FRANZ REPROGRAPHICS 8,732.92 LONG PRAIRIE OIL COMPANY 7,884.33 MORRISON COUNTY 34,142.31 NORTHERN STAR COOP 3,359.62 PEERY CONSTRUCTION 3,268.00 PEMBERTON SORLIE RUFER & KER 5,793.62 HENRY SCHORNACK 4,800.00 TODD CO AUDITORTREASURER 2,358.00 TODD COUNTY DAC 4,774.00 US POSTAL SERVICE 18,300.00 ZAYO ENTERPRISE NETWORKS 3,205.76 AMERICAN HERITAGE BANK 28,895.82 GREAT RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY 80,133.50 MINNEGASCO CENTER POINT 2,604.22 TODD CO AUDITORTREASURER 113,027.59 UNIV OF MN-EXT FISCAL & ACCT 24,621.75 FINAL TOTAL $719,432.22 On a motion by Neumann and second by Kneisl the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held July 2, 2011 were duly approved by a unanimous vote of the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on July 19, 2011. Witness my hand and seal Mark Blessing, County Board Chairperson Nathan Burkett, County Administrator

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3. On August 8, 2011, at 7:30 P.M. the School Board will meet to evaluate the bids and act thereon. The School Board reserves the right to accept, reject or waive any informality of any bid and to make an award for School Milk and Related Products which is deemed most favorable and advantageous to the District. If further information is desired, interested persons should contact the Business Managers Office, telephone 320594-2272. Dated this 29th day of July, 2011 Independent School District No. 787 Browerville, Minnesota, 56438 /s/ Denis Irsfeld, Clerk
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Notice to the Residents of Browerville City of Browerville Public Hearing on Proposed Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update
Notice is hereby given that the City of Browerville will be holding a public hearing for the purpose of public comment on a Proposed Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update on August 16, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. at the Browerville Community Center. The Proposed Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update will be available for public inspection during normal business hours at Browerville City Hall. Public comment may be submitted in writing to the City Administrator or given at the public hearing. All written comments should be submitted no later than August 15, 2011 to City of Browerville, P.O. Box 247, Browerville, MN 56438. The Browerville Community Center is located at 653 Main Street, Browerville, Minnesota. Notice given by Lynn Fabro Browerville City Administrator 07/27/2011
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Todd County Commissioners Minutes Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on July 5, 2011
Call to Order The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 5th day of July, 2011 at 9:00 A.M. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Blessing with all members present. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Approval of Agenda On motion by Kircher and second by Ruda, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended with the following changes: Added to the Agenda: 1 . Discussion on potential reduction of the Market Value Credit. Routine Business On motion by Ruda and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the June 21, 2011 minutes as read. On motion by Ruda and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the June 28, 2011 special meeting minutes as read. On motion by Neumann and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the July 1, 2011 special meeting minutes as read. On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Ruda, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants #28350 - #28477 in the amount of $41,682.68. On motion by Neumann and seconded by Ruda, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Auditor Warrants #216194 - #216361 in the amount of $719,432.22. On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Ruda, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve Land Surveyors Certificate of Correction to Staples Right of Way Plat Number 1. Todd County Sheriff s Department On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Kircher, the following

Results from Staples Softball Association

Wednesday July 27 Leftys Bar 14, Cp. Rons Sports Bar 4 Derek Holst Construction/Miller Lite/Ziegler Plumbing 21, Rosing Wood Cabinets 4 Leftys Bar 5, Main Street Sports/Grettas Massage 4 Rosing Wood Cabinets 15, Captain Rons Sports Bar 14 Highlights: Rosing Wood scored 7 runs in the bottom of the last inning to beat Captain Rons MSS/ Grettas played Leftys Bar even for 4 inning before Leftys plated 3 in the fifth and 2 more in the 6th Standings 1-Derek Holst Construction/Miller Lite/Ziegler Plumbing 15-1 2-Leftys Bar/Mich Golden Light 13-3-1 3-Captain Rons Sports Bar 7-11 4-Rosing Wood Cabinets 5-12 5-Main Street Sports/Grettas Massage 1-14-1

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white clothing, which reflects light and heat. Wear natural summer clothing. Cover Up: Covering up may actually keep your cooler, especially if the heat is low in humidity. In the scorching temperatures of the Middle Eastern deserts, traditional cultures wear clothing covering from head to toe. By protecting your skin from the sun beating down, you'll also shade your skin. Be sure your clothing is natural fabrics, and loose. Go downstairs. Warm air is less dense than cooler air so it ends up layered on top of the downward moving cooler air. If you're in a house, for example, get lower than the roof. Make your way to the basement or lower level. It will be cooler there. Position a fan in an upstairs window to draw off heat collected in upper rooms--set it up so that it sucks air from indoors and pushes it outdoors. Keep the air flowing. In the evening, open windows and use fans to create a cross-breeze, circulating cooler evening/night air through the rooms. Do not leave a fan on in an enclosed room when no one is present. A fan does not cool the air already in the room; in fact it heats it. The fan's motor generates heat and even the circulating air creates a less significant amount of heat from friction. It just feels cooler when you are present because of natural moisture evaporation from the skin, which does cool your body; but only if you are in the room. So, save electricity and turn off all fans in enclosed rooms not occupied. As soon as the sun hits the building the next morning, close all windows and keep doors and windows closed throughout the day until it is cooler outside than it is inside. Then you can open everything up again and cool off to be prepared for the next day. Leaving kitchen cabinets open all night helps too; if you leave them closed, they store the heat and your house won't cool off as much. Close your blinds. Close your blinds and curtains during the day to block the sun. For even better protection, get aluminized blinds (or use removable sheets of cardboard cut to size and covered in foil.) At night, open selective windows that cooler night air is blowing in. If possible, purchase a fan (such as from SMC) that are meant to install in a window. There should be an in, out,and exchange switch which controls the direction the air blows. These aren't overly expensive and work really well. Turn off electrical heat sources. Turn off the stove or other sources of heat. Don't use

Keeping it cool this summer

Just add water. The relief is almost immediate, and will last for up to one hour or more. Man up and soak a t-shirt in the sink, wring it out, put it on and sit in a lawn chair(or other chair that lets air through to you) in front of a fan. Re-wet as it dries. Make sure not to soak it with cold water. It can be colder than you think. Instead use lukewarm water so you get cool without freezing. Using a synthetic shirt will ensure no "wet T-shirt" look. Wear a short sleeved shirt and put water on the sleeves. If there is a breeze or fan blowing on you, you can actually get cold. Use a squirt bottle, the sink or hose if outside to keep your sleeves wet. If you are outside and wearing long pants and you put water on your legs, the water will cool your legs. Fill your bathtub with cool water and get in. Once you are used to the temperature, let some water out and refill with cold water. Keep doing this until you are sufficiently cold. Your body will stay cool for a long time after you get out. Or just soak your feet in a bucket of cold water. You can do it almost anywhere and don't have to stay in the tub. The body radiates heat from the hands, feet, face and ears, so cooling any of these will efficiently cool the body. Running cold water over your wrists for 10 seconds each hand will reduce your temperature for roughtly an hour, Takes 20 seconds to do and feels very nice if your wrists come in contact with other body parts. Wear a bandanna with water soaked on it and put it on your head. Sweat it out. Water vapor produced by sweating actually takes heat away from your body if it is exposed to air and allowed to evaporate. The best thing to do is to put your sweaty self in the path of a cool breeze or fan. Also try using a Water Misting Fan. These portable devices are battery operated so you can take them with you wherever you go. As you mist and fan yourself, the water is evaporated on you skin giving you an instant cooling sensation! Dress (or undress) for the heat. There are several strategies to dress, depending on your situation. Summer Clothing: Wear natural fabrics (cotton, silk, linen) rather than polyester, rayon, or other artificial fibers (with the possible exception of performance fabrics). Wear Light Colors: Darker colors will absorb the sun's rays and be warmer than light or

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the stove or oven to eat--eat out, eat cold food, or use the microwave. Incandescent light bulbs also create heat - switch to compact fluorescents. Turn off your lamps, as well as your computer when you're not using it. Turn off your TV - it gives off a lot of heat. Adjust your pilot light. If you have a gas stove with pilot lights, make sure they are set correctly. Too high and they'll produce excess heat. We stop using the oven in the summer and just turn the gas off. Put a freeze on things. Get 1 or more 2 liter bottles, fill them mostly full of water, freeze them, then place them in a large bowl (to catch dripping water). Position a fan to blow on them. As the ice in the bottles melts, the air cools around them. The fan will blow that air at you. The water in the bottles can be frozen overnight and used again, repeatedly. This will supplement your AC if you have it, and will serve as a ad hoc AC until you can get a decent AC system. Note that this is not any more efficient than A/C, as energy goes into freezing the ice.

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AROUND THE COUNTY

James J. Vearrier, West Union, pled guilty to domestic assault at a plea hearing. A presentence investigation was ordered and sentencing set for September 29. Cheikh D. Counta, Charlotte, NC, 70/60-$125.00 Aaron R. Dombovy, Burtrum, drive after revocation-$285.00 Jennifer L. S. Fordham, Monroe, WA, 80/70-$125.00 Weston M. Gould, Fargo, ND, 80/70-$125.00 Aric N. Greene, Dickinson, ND, 85/70-$145.00 Roy D. Hanson, East Bethel, 80/70-$125.00 Ryan A. Hoffman, New Ulm, 80/70-$125.00 John M. Jacob, Cooperstown, ND, 65/55-$125.00 Sunyoung Jones, Stewartville, 84/70-$135.00 Leigha N. MacDonald, Savage, 80/70-$125.00 Jason J. Morris, Fargo, ND, 80/70-$125.00 Octaviano O. Rodriguez, Long Prairie, pass parked emergency vehicle-$185.00; no drivers license$100.00 Joseph R. Rygh, Sartell, 80/70$125.00 Thane A. Schultz, Cushing, no seat belt used-$110.00 David G. Shepard, Lakewood, WI, 80/70-$125.00 Janice D. Tolifson, Alexandria, window tint too dark-$135.00 Jordan T. Wiatros, Roseville, 95/70-$225.00 Douglas G. Zimmel, Osakis, 65/55-$125.00

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Sheriffs Report
At 8:41 am, July 24, deputies responded to an address on 320th St., near Browerville, for a report of damage to property. During the night unknown person(s) threw a large amount of glass at the end of the driveway and dug several holes in the yard with a shovel. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the sheriffs department. On July 25, at 6:09 am, Todd County Sheriffs Office responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on County 11, approx. one mile south of Hwy 210. Robert McDuffee, the driver of the vehicle, reported he had swerved to miss a deer and went into the ditch. The vehicle sustained minor damage, McDuffee was not injured. At 3:18 pm, July 26, a burglary at a Leslie Township residence was reported. Suspect(s) had forced entry into the home and took hunting items. On July 28, at approx. 3:30 pm, a vehicle, driven by Megan Thurk, Lakefield, left County 86 and struck a mailbox. Thurk was not injured, the car was driven from the scene. No citations were issued. Anyone with information concerning any of these cases is urged to contact the Todd County Sheriffs Department at 320-732-2157 or 1-800-7945733.

President declares a major disaster for Minnesota

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that federal disaster aid has been made available to Minnesota and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes during the period of July 1-11, 2011. Federal funding is available to state, tribal and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes in the counties of Chisago, Isanti, Kandiyohi, Lincoln, Lyon, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Pine, Pipestone, Redwood, Renville, Stearns, and Yellow Medicine, and the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures for all counties and tribes within the state. Lawrence Sommers has been named as the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area. Sommers said additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the state and warranted by the results of further damage assessments.

Traffic Citations
Todd County Sheriff Wendi S. Bermel, Long Prairie, open bottle-$185.00 John M. Faulk, Browerville, fish w/extra line-$125.00 Dustin R. Fauskee, Osakis, false name to peace officer$620.00, 365 days Roger O. Granlund, Long Prairie, DWI-$510.00, 90 days, stayed 90 days, 2 yr, chem. use eval., MADD impact panel David R. Gurney, Sanibel, FL, 65/55-$125.00 Damian D. Hansmann, Clarissa, fail to register as predatory offender-$135.00, Commissioner of Corrections, 24 mo., DNA sample Shannon M. Heinz, Little Falls, 2nd degree drugs-$135.00, Commissioner of Corrections, 36 mo., DNA sample Jack M. Jewison, Eagle Bend, underage consumption-$185.00 Aryel I. Ruckdaschel, Brainerd, 65/55-$125.00 Long Prairie Police Pia C. Clemens, Long Prairie, underage consumption, continued for dismissal-$100.00 Mariano O. Ramirez, Long Prairie, drive after cancellation$285.00 Staples Police Bryan C. Amiot, Staples, no seat belt used-$110.00 Bristy M. Bourgoin, Pillager, 44/35-$125.00 Phillip C. Breyen, Motley, drive after cancellation-$785.00, 365 days, 341 days stayed 2 yr, supervised probation, 2 yr David A. Dahlvang, Staples, no seat belt used-$110.00 John P. Gaslin, II, Little Falls, possess drug paraphernalia$135.00 Thomas A. Heck, address unknown, disorderly conduct, dismissed, condtions met-$50.00 Kyle C. L. Killian, Staples, drive after revocation-$285.00 Miranda R. Legendre, Staples, 40/30-$125.00 Duke D. Weekley, Staples, no seat belt used-$110.00 Eagle Bend Police Ahmed E. A. Alhammadi, Mpls, 57/30-$285.00 Alyssa J. Miller, Browerville, underage consumption-$185.00 Albert W. Rosin, Wadena, unregistered vehicle-$115.00; no seat belt driver-$25.00; no seat belt passenger-$25.00 Eric G. Wallgren, New York Mills, underage consumption$185.00 Mykeisha M. Wolf, Wadena, underage consumption-$185.00 Bertha Police Robert D. Canfield, Bertha, litter-$185.00 Richard R. Randall, Hewitt, litter-$185.00 MN State Patrol Tory A. Hulst-Perry, Wadena, 65/55-$125.00 Logan P. Swendsrud, Staples, 65/55-$125.00 Lorena Ambiz, Long Prairie, load not properly secured-$145.00; no drivers license-$100.00 John M. Boom, Sauk Rapids, 70/60-$125.00 Michele K. Boston, St. Paul, 80/70-$125.00

Court Report
Court appearances are First Appearance, RU8 (second appearance), and Omnibus (third appearance) July 20: Sandra L. Agnew, Moorhead, pled guilty to fifth degree drug charges an a plea hearing. Sentencing was set for September 19. July 21: Angelina D. Hodge, Browerville, pled guilty to DWI at a settlement conference. She was fined $1090, sentenced to 365 days, 275 days stayed for six years, placed on formal supervised probation for six years, and ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation and attend a MADD impact panel. July 22: Rachel C. Kay, Browerville, made her first court appearance on charges of two counts of second degree drug charges and third degree drug charges. An RU8 hearing was scheduled for August 1. July 25: Trenton W. Double, Clara City, appeared for an RU8 hearing on charges of two counts of DWI, open bottle and speeding. An omnibus hearing was scheduled for August 15. John C. Bermel, Long Prairie pled guilty to DWI an an omnibus hearing. He was fined $1015, sentenced to 365 days, 320 days stayed for six years, placed on formal supervised probation for six years, ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation and attend a MADD impact panel. Bradley M. Geyen, Eagle Bend, asked that sentence be executed at his probation violation hearing. He was sentenced to 365 days. Elizabeth R. Milless, Motley, pled guilty to DWI and was fined $1015, and sentenced to 365 days, 335 days stayed for six years, placed on formal supervised probation for six years, and ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation and attend a MADD impact panel. Christopher J. Holmquist, Long Prairie, pled guilty to interfering with a 911 call and domestic assault at an omnibus hearing. A presentence investigation was ordered and sentencing set for September 26. Brian R. Tweeter, Staples, admitted violation of the terms of his probation and was sentenced to 30 days in jail. He was ordered to complete a chemical use assessment, be subject to random testing, must abstain from alcohol and may not enter any establishment that serves alcohol. David W. Larson, Long Prairie, was sentenced for harassment. He was fined $360, sentenced to 90 days, 55 days stayed for one years, and placed on supervised probation for one year. Lisa A. Mertens, Staples, admitted violation of the terms of her probation and was sentenced to 40 days in jail. A chemical use assessment update was ordered. Holly M. Karolus, Long Prairie, pled guilty to DWI at an RU8 hearing. She was fined $890, sentenced to 365 days, 350 days stayed for six year, placed on supervised probation for six years and ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation and attend a MADD impact panel. Anthony V. Praska, Motley, reached no agreement at a settlement conference. Praska is charged with two counts of forgery and two counts of check forgery. A jury trial was set for September 28. Jose M. Rodriguez, Freeport, pled guilty to DWI at an omnibus hearing. He was fined $815, sentenced to 365 days, 350 days stayed for six years, placed on formal supervised probation for six years, and ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation and attend a MADD impact panel. Sonja J. Thatcher, Nelson, pled guilty to DWI at a plea hearing. She was fined $1015, sentenced to 365 days, 275 days stayed for six years, placed on formal supervised probation for six years, and ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation and attend a MADD impact panel. Brian P. Teetzel, Coon Rapids, pled guilty to driving after cancellation at an omnibus hearing. He was fined $482, and sentenced to 180 days, 180 days stayed for two years. July 26: Beau S. Richter, Cold Spring, made his first court appearance on charges of giving a false name to a peace officer, use of a wireless communication device, driving after revocation and no drivers license. His next court date is August 8.

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Grain Market Report

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Todd County Employment Opportunity HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKEREQUIPMENT OPERATOR and SIGN TECHNICIAN
Two openings exist in the Todd County Public Works Department for a full-time Highway Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator and a Sign Technician at the Long Prairie Shop. Under general supervision, responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating tandem truck to plow snow, and haul various materials. Operate tractor for roadside mowing, help to remove and install culverts, fences, guard rails, cut brush and trees, crack filling and perform routine maintenance on equipment along with other work and tasks as the needs change and may operate an assortment of other equipment. Perform mechanical repairs with some supervision. Positions are to work primarily out of the Long Prairie Shop but may involve other shops and locations within the county as the need arises. The Sign Technicians primary duties are to install, maintain and document all sign installation in Todd County. Maintain a high level of technical ability in the use of the Minnesota Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MMUTCD) and changes in placement, materials and laws regarding the use and placement of traffic control devices. Must also perform Highway Maintenance Worker-Equipment Operator duties. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma is required. Job requires initiative, knowledge of safety precautions and hazards involved in the occupation. Must pass a criminal background check and possess the ability to perform the duties outlined in each job description. Must possess and maintain a valid MN Class A (CDL) drivers license. A pre-employment DOT drug test (in accordance with Part 382) is required. Salary: Grade 17, $13.967 $21.548 per hour plus a competitive benefits package. This is a non-exempt, union position. How to apply: Required application materials and job descriptions are available at the Long Prairie Shop or County Administration Department, 347 Central Avenue, Long Prairie, MN 56347, phone 320-732-6155. All applicants must complete an official Todd County Application for Employment and Application Supplement to be considered for these positions. Completed applications may be e-mailed to: karla.nalezny@co.todd.mn.us or mailed/delivered to the Administration Department. Resumes may be included but will not be accepted in lieu of an application form. Please indicate which position you are applying for on the Todd County Application for Employment or indicate both positions on the application. Application Deadline: Application must be received by August 12, 2011.
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Motzko Field construction going as planned

ing. As for the inner shell, there is a lot of work to be done. With hopes of finishing the project by the end of August, workers are working hard despite a few minor set backs. The set backs will only slightly effect the budget, but the Browerville Softball Associate can cover those expenses. One of the larger set backs was with the plumbing. Because of the government shutdown, plumbing could not be installed in the building. Even if it was installed, inspections could not take place until after the shutdown. It is sort of a waiting game, said Marty Host, who is in charge of the project. It depends on the plumbers and electrician. Another minor set back was a recent inspection that ruled the concessions needed more stainless steel appliances, as well as a separate stainless steel washing bin and hand sink. The stainless steel items needed to be added in order to serve food from the venue. It was also decided instead of putting fiberglass doors on the building, steel doors would be a better option. The steel doors will work better and last longer. The renovations could take anywhere from two to four weeks to complete depending on weather, and changes in the plans. It will hopefully be finished by the end of August.

Pictured above: The new concession/restroom building at Motzko feild. The project could take two to four weeks to complete, but will hopefully be finished by the end of August.

Above: This safe vault is being restored for use in the newly renovated courthouse. Only one safe will be able usable, all others will be used as decor.

Nathan Burkett, above, gave interested press a tour of the courthouse on Friday, July 29th.

Workers for Three-Star Construction, pictured above, built the roof for the concession/restroom building. by Tarissa Host. The renovations at Motzkos Field are well under-way and going as planned despite a few minor bumps in the road. Two weeks ago the building was demolished by a sentenced to serve crew, saving the Browerville Softball Association and Lions Club money. Now a new outer-shell of a building stands in its place. The outer shell of the building is completely done. Although the doors have not been put in yet, it is beginning to look like a build-

All windows in the new courthouse will be returned to the original height. Some of the windows were renovated years ago, but will now be restored to the original height and shape. Below: A ramp is being built at the front entrance contributing to the handicapped accessibility that the new courthouse will provide.

Browerville School receives renovations

installed in the elementary. The school also hopes to repair the weather damaged cement in front of the football concessions stand, and apply new sodding where it is needed around the school. Another project, which has not began yet, is installing a new central air system in the agriculture shop. The new air system will provide better ventilation and better air quality in the shop. There are many project proposals in question yet and there may be other changes before the school year starts. The school hopes to finish all of their projects before school starts this fall. A major renovation taking place at the school is tiling the boys and girls locker rooms which were renovated in 1976. By Tarissa Host. Renovations are taking place at the Browerville Public School to prepare for the coming school year. Projects, such as renovating the locker rooms, installing handicap accessible automatic doors, performing maintenance on fences, concessions, and a new air system in the Agricultural shop, are all hoped to be completed by this fall. One of the major renovations taking place at the school is the remodeling of the locker rooms. Both the girls and boys locker rooms will be renovated, along with the downstairs locker room. The locker rooms were built in 1976, and are due for a much needed renovation. The rust on the lockers, and dripping showers determined that a renovation was required. The shower system was not very environmentally friendly and wasted too much water. The new showers will be automatic and much more environment ally friendly. The steps into the shower have also been removed to make the locker rooms handicap accessible. The rusty lockers will be replaced by newer, space efficient lockers. The floors in the locker rooms will all be painted with Epoxy paint, which will be cleaner, and prevent slipping. The Epoxy paint will require less maintenance each year. The locker room renovations are not the only renovations the school will be making this summer. So far, the old fencing around a few of the athletic fields has been replaced, and automatic handicap doors are being

Courthouse, continued
Another noticeable item is the windows, which will all be restored to their original height. Some of the flooring and ceilings will be restored as well. A $100,000 grant was received to restore the original windows. On the third level, you walk into an open, spacious room with a high ceiling, which will be lowered. The third level of the courthouse will be made into conference rooms and board rooms. The ceiling in the courthouse will be completely restored. A fourth floor will also be added later. As for the outer-shell of the building, the stone framing of the original window openings is being restored. Royale Masonry is in charge of all the masonry work, and have been doing a fantastic job. A 50 car parking lot will also be added to allow easier public access to the building. The project is planned to be complete in March of 2012. Todd County Administrator, Nate Burkett, believes that the project will be completed the middle of June because of minor set backs. We were hoping by the end of the month that everything would start coming together, but we are still working on piecing everything together, said Burkett. The foundation issue in the basement serves a bigger set back, as a complete foundation needs to be built. A problem with plumbing posed by the state shutdown also created a minor set back. The ultimate vision is to connect all of the government buildings in the area. If the Todd County Detention Center, and the Todd County Historic Courthouse were connected it would allow people to access both buildings easier. We want to restore the historic integrity, but it has to work for the people, said Burkett.

Eagle Valley, continued

Above: The school installed handicap accessible automatic doors in the elementary. labor negotiations between the teachers and the administration would begin Aug. 2, and the personnel committee would meet on July 27 to consider a job description for an employee to replace retiring Pam Pontius in the business office.