Sauk Centre Herald 05-11-2023

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Teacher’s Week to Mother’s Day

Moritz reflects on instructor, parent roles

Editor’s note: May is Older Americans Month, and the Herald is putting the spotlight on older residents in the Sauk Centre community.

BY BEN SONNEK STAFF WRITER

May 7-13 is Teacher Appreciation Week, and Mother’s Day is May 14 – and Cathy Moritz is both a mother and a teacher at Holy Family School in Sauk Centre. While the lines between those two roles can sometimes be a bit blurry, she continues to enjoy seeing her children succeed at learning and growing.

Cathy grew up in Springfield, attending higher education at the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph and later accepting a teaching job at HFS in 1989 when Sister Suzanne Slominski was the school’s principal. Thirty-four years later she continues to teach at HFS. When she started, the school had combined classes, and she taught third and fourth grade, of which there were six sections in an individually guided education model. Over time, she has taught first through fourth grades as needed.

The lure

of the craft

BY BEN SONNEK | STAFF WRITER

The fishing opener may be coming soon, but it is never too early to begin thinking about the ice fishing and spearfishing season, and Sauk Centre High School junior Keegan Middendorf is preparing by making and selling his own spearfishing decoys. He has started selling some of his creations, and he is looking forward to exhibiting at future decoy shows.

Middendorf’s interest in making decoys started during the 2020 lockdowns. He was watching the YouTube channel of Marlin Baits, who makes crankbaits, so Middendorf began by

Middendorf

creates shing decoys

Fundraiser for family

Get Outside creates, sells Deputy Owen memorial apparel

BY BEN SONNEK | STAFF WRITER

Pope County Deputy Josh Owen may be gone, but he and his family have not been forgotten.

The Sauk Centre-based Get Outside Clothing Co. has been selling shirts and sweatshirts to support Owen’s family after the deputy passed away due to injuries sustained in an April 15 exchange of gunfire while responding to a domestic call. The result has been one of the largest orders the clothing company has had in its four years of business, and the requests for the special shirts keep coming.

“Honestly, I have no words,” said Angie Seidel, owner of Get Outside. “It has been the most incredible feeling knowing that so many people from all across the United States want to support Josh’s family.”

Seidel knew Owen when they were high school students together in Alexandria. They would have been in the same graduating class had Owen not transferred to Albany. She would later see Owen every so often while he was attending Alexandria Technical College, but their lives took them separate ways.

Seidel was heartbroken when she heard the news that Owen had died in the line of duty.

“I knew it had been a long time since we had seen each other or spoken, but when someone you know loses their life and you once had a connection with that person, it hurts,” Seidel said. “I immediately thought about his wife and son and how they were now going to be without their husband and father.”

When Owen’s hearse passed through Sauk Centre on its way to Glenwood, Seidel watched from a bridge over Interstate 94, feeling like she needed to do something. It was there she got the idea to make the special Get Outside shirts and sweatshirts as both a memorial to Owen and as a

fundraiser for his family.

“As soon as I left, I rushed home and started designing,” Seidel said. “I called my printer and let her know my thoughts, and within four hours, we had the design done, and I was ready to redesign my website to make it all for Josh and his family. A new collection was made on my website and has been the front page of my website for weeks.”

Seidel also shared a post about the special clothing on Facebook, and it was not long before the post had almost 900 shares. She was amazed to see the Get Outside website flood with orders, continuing into the following week. As far as Seidel knows, the Owen fundraiser is likely the largest order she has done, comparable only to another fundraiser where she partnered with CentraCare.

“I am blown away by the response and am so thankful for everyone that placed an order,” Seidel said.

When the 700-plus orders came in, totaling

over 1,500 items, Seidel knew she would need help with packing, and Rob Wiener with the Sauk Centre American Legion offered American Legion Post 67 space in Sauk Centre. With the orders collected in the building May 3, the Seidel family and their helpers began unboxing at 2 p.m. Their first package was completed by 3:30 p.m., and it was not until 9 p.m. that the final order was ready to go.

There will be more packing to come in the future. Get Outside has done a second preorder to accommodate customer requests, which Seidel will be working on for the next couple of weeks.

The proceeds from the fundraiser benefit Owen’s wife, Shannon, and son Rylan.

“I know these shirts do not bring Josh back, but I truly hope in the end it can help alleviate some of the stress the family is going through,” Seidel said.

Plans before permits

City seeking more information from Nature Energy

BY BEN SONNEK STAFF WRITER

Having seen Nature Energy’s presentation to the area’s agricultural community, the city of Sauk Centre is interested in getting additional information and resident feedback while deciding how they should proceed.

The city held an informational meeting May 1 so area farmers could hear a presentation from Nature Energy on the biogas plant they are interested in establishing in Sauk Centre. The meeting also gave farmers the opportunity to ask questions about Nature Energy’s operations and plans. The Sauk Centre City Council was also in attendance, and during their May 3 meeting at Sauk Centre City Hall, Sauk Centre Mayor Warren Stone said he found the audience’s reception of the Nature Energy presentation to be positive – but only just barely.

“You’re always going to have those naysayers out there who have already made up their mind on certain things,” Stone said. “The main thing is the ones who are for it are the forward thinkers … people who are actually looking what the future could be for them, being a farm and a farmer, and how this changes the whole concept.

PHOTO BY BEN SONNEK

The Seidel family – Brynlee (at table, from left), Angie and Josh – get orders figured out amid piles of inventory during their packing day May 3 at American Legion Post 67 in Sauk Centre. Angie was a high school classmate of Pope County Deputy Josh Owen.

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Semiconductors score at state

SCHS robotics team places 27th at Minneapolis competition

BY BEN SONNEK | STAFF WRITER

For the Sauk Centre High School robotics team, the Semiconductors, this past weekend was their first time competing in-person at the Minnesota State Robotics Competition. While they ultimately ranked 27th, the fact that their robot was one of the top 10 scorers in both programming and tele-operated points testifies to the strength of the machine and its crew.

“The kids were great during the entire competi-

Elizabeth Ann Meyer Simon and Katelyn Meyer, of Sauk Centre, are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth Ann Meyer, at 10:01 p.m., April 16, 2023, at CentraCareSauk Centre Hospital in Sauk Centre.

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Grandparents are Tim and Bonnie Heinze, of Elrosa, and Al and Joyce Meyer, of Sauk Centre. Great-grandparents are David and Carol Heinze, of Elrosa.

tion,” said Brian Riley, robotics team mentor. “They were disappointed in how we ended up, but they also knew we did our best and sometimes things don’t always work out how you planned. The best part is the ideas and conversation we had on the way home, always looking to become better.”

The robotics team last competed at state in 2021, when the competition was held virtually. They placed

23rd that year. This year, the MSRC was May 5-6 at Williams Arena at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. On their way to the May 5 competition, the Sauk Centre team stopped at Columbia Gear in Avon, a machine shop that specializes in gear manufacturing.

“It was amazing to see what they do and how accurate they have to be,” Riley said. “The kids loved it and had a ton of questions. It really is an impressive company.”

The MSRC itself involved making the robot pick up 13-inch road cones and 9-inch inflatable cubes, placing them on three platforms of differing heights; bonus points could be earned by placing three items in a row.

The final competition involved having the robot balance along with two others on a four-by-eight-foot teetering platform.

“This is the same ‘game’ we competed with in Grand Forks, so our robot and skills transferred really well,” Riley said.

Points were earned by winning matches and completing tasks along with two other robot teams.

“Because we were paired, at random, with two other robots, the outcome of the match isn’t just how our individual robot did,” Riley said. “Our robot was one of the top 10 scoring robots in both programming points and tele-operated points. If we could have squeaked out

a couple more wins, our rankings would have increased.”

The MSRC was the SCHS robotics team’s last competition of the year. For

Sauk Centre High School robotics team robot picks up a 9-inch inflatable cube during the Minnesota State Robotics Competition May 6 at Williams Arena at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. The SCHS robot was one of the top 10 scorers in both programming and tele-operated points.

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“The kids created a really solid robot and learned a ton of new skills along the way,” Riley said. “Robotics is a great opportunity for kids with a wide range of skills to compete and be a part of a team.”

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Str eeter Streeter

Hunter Danielson

Parents: Lisa Parteka and Darren Danielson.

Accomplishment: Starts on the mound or in the outfield for the Sauk Centre baseball team.

What do you enjoy most about being on the baseball team? I enjoy playing baseball with all my friends.

What has been the highlight of your baseball career? The highlight of my baseball career would be when I hit a home run in the seventh inning to tie the game.

What is your favorite thing to do on the baseball field? My favorite thing to do on the field is to have fun with the team and win games.

What other activities are you involved in at school? I am involved in football, baseball and unite Committee.

Why do you feel it’s important to be involved in school activities? I think it is important because it gets kids involved with the community and builds friendships with other students.

What is your favorite Streeter tradition? My favorite tradition would be having our spaghetti suppers before football games because there is really good food and you get to spend time with the team.

How do you try to make a difference at school? I try to make an impact by putting a smile on everyone’s faces.

What teacher has impacted your education the most? Mrs. Wehrman has impacted my education the most because I always had a good understanding of what we were learning.

What is something you’ve learned in class recently? I learned how to determine if a statement is a fallacy or not.

What is one item on your bucket list? One item on my bucket list is to go to Rome and see the Colosseum.

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PHOTOS SUBMITTED Sauk Centre High School robotics team members – Colton Volkmann (from left), Steven Schreifels and mentor Doug Lee – work on their robot during the Minnesota State Robotics Competition May 6 at Williams Arena at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. The team placed 27th this year; the last time they competed at state, they placed 23rd, and the competition was held remotely.

Lucky seven

Sauk Centre speech team members place at state

BY BEN SONNEK | STAFF WRITER

When the final results of the state speech meet were announced April 29 at Eastview High School in Apple Valley, all three Sauk Centre High School speech team members had mixed feelings.

“I was happy to have placed at state but I also knew that it meant the season was officially over,” said team member Luke Middendorf.

Juniors Middendorf and Christopher Polipnick placed seventh in duo interpretation.

“I was really happy to have placed on the state level, but a part of me wished we could have placed just a bit higher,” Polipnick said. “It left me hungry for more.”

For senior Sydney Zollman, this was her last year in high school speech. Placing seventh in dramatic interpretation, she was hoping to place higher, but when the scores were announced, she also felt relief.

“I was mad at myself, but I also felt a weight lift off my shoulders,” Zollman said. “All the early practices and depressing movie nights were officially over. As fun as it was, I was exhausted.”

Having reached the end of their season, the three of them have received a positive and congratulatory response from the community. Even Zollman’s friends, who are not involved in fine arts, will clap and call her “state participant” when she walks into a room.

While it is bittersweet for Zollman to say farewell to speech, she knows she has learned a lot from the experience she will be carrying with her in life.

“I’ve become confident in my ability to engage with an audience, and constantly being under pressure has shown me how much I can handle,” Zollman said. “If you forget your speech on the spot, you just have to improvise and act like you know what you’re doing. I think anyone can use that for just about anything.”

Polipnick and Middendorf are already planning to return to the speech team next year, both of them feeling very accomplished with how far they made it this go-round.

“It was the best season I have ever had,” Polipnick said. “We put an incredible amount of time into making it the best it could be, and I’d say it paid off. Yes, I will (be returning), no doubt about it.”

Middendorf agrees.

“We will be returning next year more prepared, ready with a new script we will continuously work on to take us even farther than we went this year,” he said.

Get Outside from front

Beyond the many who have bought the fundraiser apparel, Seidel is grateful to community members who have volunteered to help.

“This has been the biggest undertaking that I have taken on since my business started, and I could not have done it without help,” Seidel said. “I appreciate everyone’s kind words and I couldn’t be more thankful to live in this amazing community.”

City council from front

I think it’s something we have to keep looking at.”

Stone has also been hearing from Sauk Centre residents who are wondering how the town could benefit from the installation of a biogas facility.

“We don’t have that crystal ball, and we don’t need something that’s going to come in and, 20 years later, be sitting empty,” Stone said. “It can happen with any business.”

With the informational meeting concluded, Nature Energy wants feedback from the city council on how they perceive the project, if they think there are any issues and if they require more information. They are planning to begin their project as soon as possible; however, even if they are approved with no delays, the earliest time they could get permits would be in early fall of this year, with facility completion taking another two or three years beyond that point.

Future steps recommended to the council included holding another informational meeting for the general public, holding a workshop meeting for the council, getting a utility needs assessment from the Sauk Centre Public Utilities Commission, looking into potential annexation proceedings and holding a conditional use permit hearing at a Sauk Centre Planning Commission meeting. The council expressed their interest in undertaking all of these steps, particularly the council workshop, for the sake of maximum transparency

of both Nature Energy and the city.

“This is as new to us as anybody,” Stone said. “To have a workshop meeting with the council would work because that would educate us more on what’s actually going to happen.”

Councilmember Heidi Leach, one of the city’s Economic and Development Authority members who visited Nature Energy plants in Denmark, saw the council’s pursuit of more information on Nature Energy as a positive thing.

“I appreciate that the council is willing to keep moving forward with open ears and eyes and keep the ball rolling,” Leach said.

The city has set the Nature Energy public information meeting for 5:30 p.m., Monday, May 15.

Other city council news: – Approved the results of the city’s audit through CliftonLarsonAllen, which found the city to be in good financial health overall. Sauk Centre’s fund balances for 2022 were $1,643,597 for the general fund and $16,242,647 for all other governmental funds, up from 2021’s balances of $1,622,075 in the general fund and $14,838,540 in all other funds. CliftonLarsonAllen noted two potential areas of weakness –a lack of segregation of duties and the overall internal controls of financial reporting – but these possible issues are normal for towns of Sauk Centre’s size.

– Due to changes in Feder-

al Aviation Administration airport regulations, land in a Runway Protection Zone must be owned by the city; an easement over the land is no longer sufficient. Sauk Centre is working on securing a purchase agreement for land almost entirely in the Sauk Centre Municipal Airport’s RPZ and its Airport Safety Zone A. The purchase price for the property is $360,000, and it is eligible for 90% funding from the FAA if acquired and possibly 5% from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Relocation assistance funding that is also grant eligible will likely be included in the purchase.

– With final easements signed, earthwork has begun on the 2023 Authors Addition residential land project. The EDA is working on a pricing structure for the addition’s lots.

– The Sinclair Lewis Campground is open for the season. According to city administrator Vicki Willer, 2,808 nights have been reserved at the campground so far.

– A memorial mural project is planned on the side of the Sinclair Lewis Park bathroom this year.

– The Sauk Centre Ambulance Service’s new ambulance has been delivered and the old model removed.

– The Middle Sauk Water Festival is scheduled for May 11 in Sinclair Lewis Park in Sauk Centre, with the Sauk Centre Civic Arena planned as a backup location in case of rain. The festival was supposed to occur in Melrose this year, but construction around their Sauk River Park prevented that

Authors Addition construction begins

option.

– Tabled awarding a quote for the city’s 2023 trail rehabilitation. The council discussed whether the project – originally planned for the Wobegon Trail spur and the paving of trails at Brown’s Park and East River Heights – should include the rehabilitation of the skate park and basketball court near Hickman Drive, or if the projects should be happening at all this year. The city will solicit further feedback from Sauk Centre Public Works director Ben Clink.

– Approved the resignation of Officer Eric Grabmeier from the Sauk Centre Police Department.

– The city previously appointed Bruce Berg as a Sinclair Lewis Campground manager, but Berg declined the position due to a change of plans. At their May 3 meeting, the council approved Fred Theis for the campground manager position.

– Accepted a contribution of $140.85 from the Men’s Card Playing Group for the Sauk Centre Senior Center. The next city council meeting will be at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 17.

Pillow Cleaning: Thursday, May 18, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Sauk River Park pavilion, 206 Fitfth Ave. NE, Melrose, in the large shelter.

Sauk Centre Senior Organization Meeting: May 16, 2 p.m. at the Sauk Centre Senior Center, Sauk Centre. All seniors welcome.

Friends of the Library Sinclair Lewis Annual Book Sale: May 17-20 during library hours, Sauk Centre.

Relay for Life of Western Stearns County: Friday, June 16, at the Stearns County Fairgrounds, Sauk Centre, 4 p.m.-midnight. For more information, please call Missy Hornick at 320-980-0417 or Marcy Johnson at 320-333-1057.

Pins and Needles Quilters Monthly Meeting: Second Tuesday of the Month, 7-9 p.m. at the Sauk Centre Senior Center, 321 4th St. N., Sauk Centre. Goal is to promote the art of quilt making at all skill levels by discussion, lessons, and show and tell of your projects at our meetings. They welcome new members.

Catholic in Recovery/All Addictions Anonymous: Second and fourth Saturday each month at 1 p.m. Located at Centre for Christ, Sauk Centre.

Little Sauk Legion Auxiliary Unit 417 Meeting: Second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Little Sauk Legion, Little Sauk. New members welcome.

Western Stearns DFL: Meets Wednesday, May 17, at the Silver Crest Apartments, common room, 412 10th St. S, Sauk Centre, at 6-6:30 p.m. potluck, 6:30-8 p.m. meeting.

Sauk Centre History Museum and Research Center: Museum hours are Sunday and Monday - closed, Tuesday 1-5 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday 1-5 p.m., Friday 12-4 p.m. Located in the Sinclair Lewis Library building, 430 Main Street, Sauk Centre. Any questions, call 320-351-8777.

Mental Health Crisis Line: 320-253-5555 or 800-635-8008. Crisis Response Team for Benton, Sherburne, Stearns and Wright counties.

AA Meetings: Thursdays, 11 a.m. at United Church of Christ in Sauk Centre. For more information, call 320-429-1620. AA and Al-Anon 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Sauk Centre at United Church of Christ. Back to Basics Meeting, Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Tutti Fruitti in Sauk Centre. For more information, call 218-240-1076. Wednesdays Big Book Meeting at 7 p.m., Civic Center, Melrose. For more information, call 320-241-3909.

NA Meetings: Mondays, 7 p.m. at River of Life Church, Sauk Centre, and Fridays at 11 a.m. at Eagle’s Healing Nest Chapel, Sauk Centre.

Alzheimer’s Support Group: The support group for people caring for someone with memory loss holds monthly meetings every fourth Thursday of the month 10-11:30 a.m. at Alternative Senior Care, 418 10th St. S., Sauk Centre. For more information, call 320352-3350.

BELGRADE ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC CHURCH 541 Martin Ave. | PO Box 69 320-254-8218 parishesontheprairie.org/parishes

ELROSA

STS. PETER AND PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 302 State St. 320-254-8218 parishesontheprairie.org/parishes

BROOTEN ST. DONATUS

CATHOLIC CHURCH 301 Eastern Ave. 320-254-8218 parishesontheprairie.org/parishes

WEST UNION ST. ALEXIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH 11 Oak St. S 320-352-2563 parishesontheprairie.org/parishes

SAUK CENTRE

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 124 4th St. N 320-352-5356 faithbc.org

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 304 Elm St. S 320-352-3623 flcsauk.com

FIRST UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 620 5th St. S 320-352-2030

OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS CATHOLIC CHURCH Ash St. and 7th St. 320-352-2196 parishesontheprairie.org/parishes

ST. PAUL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 304 Sinclair Lewis Ave. 320-352-2196 parishesontheprairie.org/parishes

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 504 Elm St. S 320-352-2827 saukcentreumc.org

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH 316 Maple St. 320-352-3447 www.facebook.com/ zionlutheransaukcentre

If you would like parishioners to see your church here, please contact Robin at 320-351-7837

PHOTO BY BEN SONNEK

PHOTO BY BEN SONNEK

Michael Seidel (left) aligns a shirt on the folding board as Todd Pascarella assists during the Get Outside Clothing Co. packing day May 3 at American Legion Post 67 in Sauk Centre. Get Outside packed over 1,500 special items, sold as a fundraiser for the family of the late Pope County Deputy Josh Owen.

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50-50, right?

No. Marriage isn’t a fairytale.

Marriage is a partnership.

Yes, sometimes that partnership has a 50-50 share. Other times, it may be 70-30 or 100-0, and that is OK. Being present for each other for better or worse is a promise made for a lifetime.

Marriage can be both beautifully balanced and seemingly unbalanced too. Sometimes, that stability can ebb and flow so quickly I need to take Dramamine so as not to get seasick.

People who’ve been married for any length of time – at least anyone who’s willing to be honest –will tell you marriage has many ups and downs.

When harmony is present, married life is easy.

However, when times are rough, marriage takes more work. Being kind and understanding of each other’s abilities at the current moment can help the ebbs and flows to be less jarring.

Just like in any team sport, each player is bound to have an off day, week, month or even year. Those are the times when others on the team step up to fill in the gaps. Marriage is no different. Being a team player is essential.

The longer Shawn and I are married, the more I realize the potential of team Hunstiger. Shawn and I make a great team.

Don’t get me wrong, we have tough times just like everyone else. However, when tough times arise, our team spirit does too.

When we promised to have and to hold from our wedding day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death us do part, we did so in front of God, our family and friends. On that day, Shawn and I became husband and wife, but we also gained so much more. We became a community with all who witnessed and blessed our marriage.

That community has been immeasurable in the success of our marriage thus far. We’ve both leaned on each other and our relationships with God and countless members of our family, friends and community.

Like in any great partnership, business or team, the strongest and most successful realize they cannot reach success alone. Learning to trust and have faith in those we are blessed to have in our community has certainly helped Shawn’s and my marriage to flourish.

Thank you to all who help to keep team Hunstiger strong. Just like it takes a village to raise a child, it too takes a community to build a successful marriage.

Happy Mother’s Day, Kathy. There, I’ve sent my well-wishes to both of my maternal parents at the same time.

Yes, my mother and my mother-in-law are both named Kathy, a factor that simultaneously simplifies and complicates my life. Even so, I am beyond grateful to have both of them with me – which is why I’m embarrassed to have gone through my nearly five years as a columnist without writing any Mother’s Day columns about them. I’d better get on that, and fast. After all, the McCabe mother is a Navy veteran, and the Sonnek mother controls my annual holiday lasagna. A dire fate threatens me if I neglect either of them.

In thinking about my mother, my mind goes to one of the dedication lines in “Cyberwood,” my book: “For Mom, for teaching me to write and write well.” Mom was a journalist herself back in the day and is thusly one of the reasons I’m in the news industry myself. I imagine, then, she might have felt some disappointment when she chose to leave the workforce to raise and homeschool her four children, but she never complained about it. I don’t think she was holding back complaints either, even when we kids were being, shall we say, less than professional.

Our chaos seems to have grown on her, too. That’s the only way I can explain why she got multiple yappy dogs of questionable obedience once the nest was empty. Textbook Stockholm Syndrome right there, folks.

It has been a busy 30 days since I last wrote, and I must say that, in my nine years as a county commissioner, I never thought I’d see county residents get overly passionate about topics going on at the state level that are causing a trickle-down effect at the county level, even though we have no jurisdiction over state rulemaking. The two events involving these topics included a Second Amendment meeting at the Freeport Community Center April 18 and an April 26 town hall meeting with Commissioner Bertram and me.

Commissioner’s Corner by Steve Notch

For the meeting on April 18, the commissioners were invited to attend to listen to speakers and to get updates on where various gun bills are in the Minnesota House and Senate. The issue of importance to those in attendance at the meeting was making the commissioners aware that some counties in Minnesota are passing resolutions making them sanctuary counties as a show of opposition to what the State Legislature is proposing for new legislation.

The second meeting on April 26 started, in my opinion, as it was advertised, to allow citizens of the county to voice concerns about county-related issues such as roads, human services, county budgeting, solar and wind projects and election structuring. Commissioner Bertram and I answered questions based on information we knew and took note of concerns, comments and ideas residents had to get further information or clarification from county staff.

I don’t know the best way to say it, but the last portion of the meeting was very disheartening as people in attendance felt the need to become very vocal against me when I would not directly commit to their demands to introduce a Second Amendment resolution to the county board for consideration. As a gun advocate told me at the first meeting,

“These resolutions are only as good as the paper they are written on,” but she felt that, if a lot of counties follow this direction, the State Legislators will take notice and maybe back down on some of the senseless gun legislation proposed against responsible gun owners. My suggestion to those present at both meetings was to reach out and educate those who do not understand how responsible gun owners take care of their firearms as well as the basics of firearm safety. A good example of what should be relayed is the number of school districts that have trap shooting teams and how the coaches teach the participants how to be responsible with their firearms and the importance of safety. Maybe gun safety classes should be taught in schools and reference the difference between firing a real firearm versus playing video games where shooting someone or something makes it seem harmless.

In defense of some of those in attendance, I did receive calls and emails the next day thanking me for being a willing participant, even though they weren’t in agreement with the aggressiveness of some of those present. I don’t mind people lobbying for topics they are passionate about, but I do mind when it becomes disrespectful. As Commissioner Bertram stated, “We came to listen to constituent concerns in a respectful manner and expect participants to do so in return.”

Lastly, we are continuing the discussion on what a jail/ justice center might look like in Stearns County as the time has come to update or replace the jail. We, as a board, are taking our time to decide as the anticipated cost will be more than $300 million. This is a once-in-a-lifetime decision that needs to be made, and we want to make sure we get it right. I will try to keep you informed as we move forward.

I’m always willing to listen and help find answers to questions or concerns constituents have on county issues. You can reach me at steve.notch@stearnscountymn.gov or 320-248-3605.

Activity safety in the summer

Hello, Herald readers. Now that it is May, we look forward to nicer weather and warmer temperatures. This nicer weather allows us to get out and enjoy the outdoors and activities, like boating or riding bike or walking trails. This month, I wanted to cover basic tips for these activities.

When boating this summer, be sure to review the Minnesota Boating Guide provided by our agency or the Department of Natural Resources and be familiar with the laws. Some of the common violations we see are life jackets, unsafe operation and registration violations. Make sure to have life jackets out and in an accessible area where they can easily be grabbed, and for any kids, the law requires them to be worn. Be sure to obey all navigation-

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If you type any flight number into Google, you can see exactly where the plane is.

al buoys, especially Slow No Wake, as this is one of the most common complaints. Operate your watercraft in a safe manner and use your navigational lights after dark. Also, if you are towing skiers, tubers or knee boarders, be sure to have a mirror or observer with. Never operate your watercraft under the influence, and remove any weeds when you take your watercraft out of the lake.

If using any one of our county parks or any of the county trails, such as the Lake Wobegon Trail, please adhere to the park or trail rules. Some parks do not allow alcohol while some do in certain containers. Be sure to know. Do not operate any motorized vehicles of any kind upon trails or county park property except for in designated areas. Be sure to wear reflective type clothes if walking, especially at night to be seen. Do not litter in the parks or on the trails so everyone can enjoy them. All county parks and trails should have adequate signage explaining the rules for each location and what is to be expected.

Stearns County has miles of trails for biking, running and walking and to discover nature. We also have an abundance of lakes with public access. Please be responsible when using these and respectful to those living near these facilities. Our water and parks patrol will be out again this year doing random safety checks and patrolling the trails to make sure you all have a safe and enjoyable time this summer.

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Anyway, there’s a host of other things I could say about her cooking, her writing, her expert mom-guilt, her teaching, her uncanny ability to never age, et cetera, but I’m here to write a column, not another book. Therefore, I hope it’s testament enough to all of those things when you see how she can make a cynical guy like me say, on paper, in front of God and everybody: I love you, Mom. Happy Mother’s Day.

As for my mother-in-law, I can honestly say the comedians’ ubiquitous mother-in-law jokes make less sense to me after my marriage than they did before. It has been a delight to be her favorite son-in-law these few years; granted, I was also her only son-in-law, and we now have Tim, whose moustache likely tips the scales in his favor. Well, no matter where I am in the ranking, I couldn’t have asked for a better family to have been adopted into.

That said, it’s not like I’m the authoritative expert on Kathy McCabe. That’s why I outsourced further comments to her seven children, and I’ve received responses from everyone except the eldest, Michael; I blame time constraints. In hindsight, maybe I shouldn’t have told them to “Leave a review of your mother,” but … oh well. Here goes:

Jackie: Five stars. I was gifted this mother after being assured I’d be getting an exclusive experience, and boy did she deliver.

Highlights of this edition for me were the six siblings (“You don’t have to like them but you do have to love them”), eagle eye for papers and resumes, scathing honesty (“Are you going to a costume party?”) and unconditional love and support.

Like some other users, I found going through the teenage years to be rough with this model, but it’s probably mostly user error and first-gen learning curve. Infancy and childhood all very solid; some core highlights include Girl Scout trips, the Bronx/Cape Cod levels and enthusiasm for early literacy. However, this mom is not all sunshine and rainbows but rather does not fail to challenge your weak areas, such as swimming and social skills. The bar is always high when it comes to faith, work ethic and leadership stats, which I think strongly drives offspring character development.

I’ve now had 30 years with my mom, and there’s no way I’d trade her in for another. Even if I wasn’t terrified of being on the receiving end of the Look of Scorn, there’s nobody else I know whose many accomplishments, talents and wisdoms I can shamelessly brag on to anyone who will listen, or hope to emulate myself someday. Love you lots, Mom.

Theresa: Five stars. Not what I ordered but better. Customer service is very responsive.

Maggie: Similar to the Ann Tobin (grandmother) model, but with a few distinct features: The Ann Tobin provides superior Thanksgiving gravy, but the Kathy McCabe can parallel park an armored vehicle/12-passenger van with ease. Both are excellent, and I would definitely order again.

Elizabeth: Going to be honest: I was skeptical about this whole “Mom as your best friend” thing from ages 13-17. But man, after those initial doubting teen years, she kills it. Still continues to surprise me with her versatility, support, love, jokes, advice, etc. – I could go on. Very easy to reach, quick to call/text/email back. Makes fantastic food. Only the highest quality head scratches. Great role model. Wish I could be half the person she is, and I’ll be alright in life. Be warned, she is capable of embarrassing mom moments.

Josie: 10 out of 10. Not just a product (person, whatever) but an investment. Would highly recommend.

Molly: Five stars. Makes good food and helps with homework. Warning: Product can combust.

Marty, family cat: Three stars. Feeds me but very scary and keeps trying to pet me. What’s up with that?

Humperdinck, other family cat: One star. Won’t let me eat her houseplants and claw up the furniture.

Ben: I love you too, Mom. Happy Mother’s Day.

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LuVerne A. Meyer LuVerne A. “Sonny” or “Vern” Meyer, 88, of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully under the care of Moments Hospice, April 30, 2023, at Edenbrook of St. Cloud in St. Cloud.

A Celebration of Life and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am, Friday, May 19, at St. John the Baptist Church in Meire Grove with the Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Paul’s Cemetery in Sauk Centre. Visitation will be 9:30 to 11 a.m., May 19, at the church.

LuVerne Aloys Meyer was born Oct. 31, 1934, in Meire Grove to Joseph W. and Pauline (Welle) Meyer. He grew up on the family farm in Meire Grove where he attended St. John the Baptist School in Meire Grove and then graduated from Melrose High School in 1952. He earned his degree in music education at St. John’s University. He was united in marriage to Joan Helen Liebel Aug. 6, 1957, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk

Mary Jane Duevel

Mary Jane (Zimmermann)

Duevel, age 83, of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, April 29, 2023, at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 19, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m., May 19, at the church. Mary Jane Duevel was born June 21, 1939, in Sauk Centre, to Walter and Frances (Wittkop) Zimmermann. She went to “The Little Red School House” District No. 92 for elementary education

Bernadette “Bernie” (Toenies) Fairchild

Bernadette “Bernie” (Toenies) Fairchild, 94, of Sauk Centre and formerly of Edina, passed away peacefully May 2, 2023, at Fairway Pines Senior Living in Sauk Centre.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 11, at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with the Rev. Greg Paffel officiating. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be 9:30 to 11 a.m., May 11, at the church in Sauk Centre.

Bernadette Theresa

Toenies was born March 10, 1929, in Albany, Minnesota, to Joseph and Katherine (Bueckers) Toenies. Bernadette was born with a strong work ethic and was blessed with intelligence and determination. At the age of 13, Bernadette’s father urged her to stop her schooling to become a nanny, and she was employed in St. Cloud and Minneapolis. Determined to finish her schooling, at the

Janetta J. Wenzel

Janetta Joyce Stimson was born to Everett and Gladys (Olson) Stimson Jan. 24, 1943, in Staples. She was one of four children born into the family that would eventually relocate to Sauk Centre, where Janetta would finish out her schooling, graduating with the class of 1961. When Janetta was 3 years old, her father passed away, and the family would eventually welcome their stepfather, Elwood Grove. As a child and young woman, Janetta loved the family farm and spending time with her animals and being out in nature. She took delight

the Meire Grove Cooperative Creamery for several years and was the Meire Grove city clerk for a time. He left the farm in 1985 and moved to Sauk Centre. He was an insurance agent and financial advisor until retirement.

LuVerne A. Meyer Centre. He was employed as a band director at Claremont High School, Bertha High School and Melrose High School before he changed careers and worked in various roles in financial services and insurance. In 1974, he took over his family’s farm in Meire Grove. Vern’s wife, Joan, passed away Nov. 7, 1979. He married Glenna Walker in 1981.

Vern was an active member of St. John the Baptist Church in Meire Grove as choir director for 10 years and was the Meire Grove (city) band director for over 60 years. He was also the secretary of

He enjoyed all things music, hunting, fishing, travelling, playing trumpet and spending time with family and friends. He loved to play in various bands and musical groups throughout the years, including the Meire Grove Band, the Erhard Ostendorf Band, the Norb Athman Band, Bobby Roberts Band, Katy’s Swing Band and the St. Cloud Municipal Band.

He is survived by his children, Patricia (Gary) Zwack of St. Cloud, Paul (Cindy) Meyer of Norwood, Pam (Patrick) Cone of Peoria, Illinois, and Nancy (Jerome) Haggenmiller of Miltona; eight grandchildren Ben (Sara) Zwack of St. Cloud, Caroline Zwack of St. Cloud, Joseph (Emily Russo) Meyer of St. Paul, Andrew (Kayla Kohanek) Meyer of St. Paul,

Emily Meyer of St. Paul, Ian (Madeline) Cone of London, England, Hunter Haggenmiller of Miltona and Joan Haggenmiller of Miltona; siblings Orville (Marge) Meyer of Staples, Janice (Neil) Eiden of Braham, and Marie Meyer of Braham; brother-in-law Marvin Macey of West Union; sisters-inlaw Sharon (Al) Cardinal of Vadnais Heights, Marge (Artie) Thull of Greenwald, and Arliss Liebel of Grand Rapids; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Joan; second wife Glenna; sister Dolores Macey, infant sister Viola; sister-in-law Joann Deters; and brothers-in-law Bob Liebel and Jerry Deters.

The family would like to thank the staff of Edenbrook of St. Cloud, Moments Hospice, the Rev. LeRoy Scheierl, and the Rev. Tim Baltes for their compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Meire Grove Band are preferred. PH-19-1B

Mary Jane Duevel and graduated from the Sauk Centre High School in 1957. After high school, she was a bookkeeper/secretary at the Sauk Centre Creamery for 10 years. She married Edmund Duevel May 5, 1962, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. In 1966, Mary Jane

and Eddie purchased a dairy farm five miles south of Sauk Centre where she lived the rest of her life. She enjoyed taking care of their four children, feeding calves, raising chickens and tending to her large garden. She never really retired. Once her two sons took over the farm, she enjoyed baking, cooking, spending time with her grandchildren and increasing her gardening efforts. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church and the Christian Mothers.

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Eddie; children Robert of Oakdale, Mary Kay (Mike) of Lakeville, John of Sauk Centre and Thomas of Sauk Centre; grandchildren Caroline, Claire

and Matthew O’Connor; siblings Bernice Schoenborn, Ralph Zimmermann, Valeria Lehman, Joan Gonsior, Larry Zimmermann, Sharon (Gary) Pecore and Kenneth (Julie) Zimmermann; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mary Jane was preceded in death by her parents; and sisters Helen and Mildred.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Masses or donor’s choice.

Arrangements were made by Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Service of Sauk Centre.

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Bernadette “Bernie” (Toenies) Fairchild

age of 16, Bernadette moved to Melrose and enrolled at the Melrose school, where she completed her education, graduating with honors. While furthering her schooling, Bernadette lived and worked at the Melrose Hospital where she met Dr. DuBois who was instrumental in Bernadette’s decision to pursue a career in nursing. After high school, Bernadette earned a registered nursing degree from the College of St. Catherine (now St. Catherine University) in St Paul, again graduating with honors.

Bernadette began her nursing career at St. Mary’s Hospital, where she met Dr. Mark Kim, the chief of anesthesia, whom she married in May of 1953 and began building a family of five children. Bernadette later returned to nursing at Fairview Hospital, (now M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital) where she worked nights in intensive care for 16 years. Her reputation resulted in frequent assignments to care for the most complex and medically demanding patients on her floor. ln 1974, she married Robert Fairchild and continued living in Edina until 1986, when she retired to Post Falls, ldaho.

While living in Post Falls, Bernadette developed a passion for quilting. Using the quilt tops she designed and sewed, her church group, St. George Quilts, created over 1,000 quilts that were donated to charities and underprivileged people in the United States and abroad. She returned to Minnesota in

a veterinarian, but because this was not an option for many women in the 60s, she settled for cosmetology school. After completing her schooling, Janetta worked a variety of jobs, many of them involving managing resorts in the Osakis area. While at the local ballroom, Janetta met the love of her life, Freelyn Carl Wenzel Jr., and the two were married Aug. 30, 1965.

2015 to live in Sauk Centre, spending many hours with a book or word puzzles.

Survivors include her three daughters and one son; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Sister Colette Toenies, OSF, of Little Falls, Donald (Virginia) Toenies of Sauk Centre, JoAnn (Bernard) Deters of Osakis, Ralph (Sharon) Toenies of Mora, Harvey (Betty) Toenies of Mora, and David (Shirley) Toenies of Mesa Arizona.

Bernadette was preceded in death by her parents; husband Robert Fairchild; daughter Dr. Deborah M. Kim; brothers and sistersin-law Alphonse (Anne) and Jerome (Rita); sisters and brothers-in-law Pauline (Ervin) Schmiesing, Celine (Claude) Zabinski and Jean Toenies; and infant brother John Toenies.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services, of Sauk Centre.

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Janetta J. Wenzel in caring for her horses and her favorite childhood dog, “Wolf.”

After graduating high school, Janetta longed to attend college to become

Together, the couple ran Freelyn’s family farm and raised their three sons: Erik, Karl and Bill. Janetta loved farm life, especially her horses and her dogs – both the big and little ones. When the couple were ready to retire, they passed the family farm onto their grandson and moved to Parkers Prairie.

Janetta enjoyed many hobbies. She liked fishing, drawing and painting, gardening and watching the birds. She was also a skilled musician, playing the guitar, keyboard, piano, organ and the occasional accordion. Before her mother’s passing, Janetta enjoyed going to local nursing homes with Gladys and playing for the elderly.

Janetta loved her mornings and the first cup of hot coffee, even though she would drink it all day, hot or not. In November 2022, Janetta moved to St. William’s Living Center in Parkers Prairie, shortly before the passing of her husband Freelyn. And, while Janetta’s health was declining, she passed away unexpectedly April 27, 2023, in Parkers Prairie; she was 80 years old.

Left to cherish Janetta’s memory are her sons, Erik of Henning, Karl (Susan) of Garfield and Bill (Melissa) of Long Prairie; 10 grandchildren; 9 greatgrandchildren; brother Gerald Stimson; as well as many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Freelyn Wenzel; her parents, Everett Stimson and Gladys and Elwood Grove; daughter-inlaw Colene Wenzel; grandson Ryan Richner; brother Wayne (Bernie) Stimson; sister Audrey (Harold) Douvier, sister-in-law Jackie Stimson; and nephew Ty Atterbury.

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Date: May 4, 2023

1. A default has occurred in the conditions of that certain mortgage executed by Jacqueline Faith Jorgensen, a single person, as mortgagor, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), as nominee for Bremer Bank, National Association, a national banking association, MIN: 10007390000018905-1 (“Bremer”), as mortgagee, dated September 25, 2020, and recorded on October 2, 2020, as Document No. A1582019, as assigned to Bremer, by MERS, pursuant to that certain assignment of mortgage dated March 2, 2023, and recorded on April 12, 2023, as Document No. A1651402, both in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Stearns County, Minnesota (collectively, “Mortgage”). The land described in the Mortgage is not registered land. 2. The original principal amount secured by the

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:

Kyle

and Christa Jordahl, Husband and Wife

Mortgage

Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for LeaderOne Financial Corporation, its

Mortgage was: $203,840.00.

3. No action or proceeding at law is now pending to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof.

4. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and foreclosure of the Mortgage and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes.

5. As of the date of this notice, the amount due on the Mortgage is: $212,400.87.

6. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage shall be foreclosed, and the land located at 507 15th Street North, Sartell, Minnesota 56377, Property Tax ID No. 92-56865-0000, and legally described as follows:

Lot One (1), Block One (1), Morningstar, Stearns County, Minnesota (“Property”), shall be sold by the Sheriff of Stearns County, Minnesota,

at public auction on June 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office: 807 Courthouse Square, Saint Cloud, Minnesota 56303.

7. The time allowed by law for redemption by mortgagor or mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is 6 months after the date of sale.

8. The mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on December 26, 2023 if the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. § 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. § 580.23.

9. 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 MINN. STAT. § 582.032,

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Sheriff`s office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorney fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns.

If the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on December 22, 2023, or the next business day if December 22, 2023 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation: NONE THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT.

ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:

DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 27, 2007

ORIGINAL

PRINCIPAL

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $66,000.00

MORTGAGOR(S): Patricia A Lemke, a single person

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage

Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Advisor`s Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING:

at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that this is registered property; 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:

May 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: County Sheriff`s office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorney fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns.

If the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on December 1, 2023, or the next business day if December 1, 2023 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation: NONE THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT

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.

10. The mortgagor released from financial obligation on the Mortgage is: None. Bremer Bank, National Association (a national banking association) By its attorneys:

/s/ John W Kuehl John W. Kuehl, #399794 Lindsay W. Cremona, #393599 Jellum Law, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 #23982 H-18-6B

WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. 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 FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

DATED: April 27, 2023

MORTGAGEE: Matrix Financial Services Corporation Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300

File Number: 052700-F1 H-18-6B

PURPOSE. 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. 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 FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

DATED: April 8, 2023

MORTGAGEE: Towd Point Mortgage Trust 2019-4, U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125

(651) 209-3300 File Number: 051996-F1 H-15-6B

ASSUMED NAME: Motor Works.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 1601 Riverside Avenue South, Sartell, MN 56377 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): Sartell Shop LLC, 822 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387 USA. By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333

ASSUMED NAME: Motor Works Auto.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 1601 Riverside Avenue South, Sartell, MN 56377 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): Sartell Shop LLC, 822 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387 USA.

By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

/s/ Darell Nelson 04/18/2023 H-18-2P

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333

ASSUMED NAME: Motor Works Auto Repair.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 1601 Riverside Avenue South, Sartell, MN 56377 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): Sartell Shop LLC, 822 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387 USA.

By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

/s/ Darell Nelson 04/18/2023

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CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333

ASSUMED NAME: Motor Works Auto Repair.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 24792 County Road 7, St. Cloud, MN 56301 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): St. Augusta Shop LLC, 822 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387 USA.

By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

/s/ Darell Nelson 04/18/2023

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CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333

ASSUMED NAME: Motor Works Auto.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 24792 County Road 7, St. Augusta, MN 56301 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): St. Augusta Shop LLC, 822 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387 USA.

By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. /s/ Darell Nelson 04/18/2023 H-18-2P

NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING CITY OF SAUK CENTRE

The City of Sauk Centre and Economic Development Authority will be hosting a Public Information Meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. to introduce Nature Energy, a biogas company seeking to locate in the area. Biogas is produced from organic matter including dairy manure.

Meeting to include a short presentation followed by a question-and-answer session.

Monday, May 15, 2023, 5:30 p.m. Sauk Centre City Hall Called by Sauk Centre City Council. H-19-1B

NOTICE

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; that this is registered property; 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:

Cloud,

Minnesota to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorney fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns.

If the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on December 27, 2023, or the next business day if December 27, 2023 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation: NONE THIS

ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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. 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 FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

DATED: May 5, 2023

MORTGAGEE: U.S. Bank National Association Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A.

Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300

File Number: 052718-F1 H19-6B

NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In Re: Estate of Renee F. Stern, Decedent.

It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 2, 2023, at 8:45 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at Stearns County Courthouse, 725 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the decedent’s Will dated October 24, 2019, for the appointment of Kevin Stern, whose address is 22153 52nd St NE, New London, MN 56273 as personal representative of the decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration.

PROBATE NOTICE hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

BY THE COURT

Dated: 04/27/2023

/s/ Kris Davick-Halfen

Judge of District Court

Jon C. Saunders (MN# 177982)

Kristal Dahlager (MN#0393602)

Anderson Larson Saunders

Klaassen Dahlager & Leitch, PLLP 331 SW Third Street

Willmar, Minnesota 56201

Telephone: (320) 235-4313

Trailer for a Cause to benefit Pockets of Hope

Felling Trailers will host its 11th annual Trailer for a Cause online auction of an FT-3 utility trailer to benefit a nonprofit organization. Their goal is to bring awareness to various nonprofits by donating 100% of the winning bid from the auction to a different nonprofit each year, and they have selected Pockets of Hope as the 2023 Trailer for a Cause auction beneficiary.

Located in Sartell, Pockets of Hope was founded in 2014 by Lisa Schroers, Briana Sjodin and Jennifer Bruzek. The nonprofit organization gives children entering foster care backpacks filled with items they need and items they can call their own. Each backpack holds an average of twenty items that vary depending on a child’s age and gender.

Pockets of Hope provides backpacks for children from birth to 21 years old, including items such as shampoo, toothpaste, pajamas, socks, a blanket, a toy or a notebook to provide for their basic needs and, hopefully, some emotional comfort.

“Many times, children are placed in foster care quickly,” Bruzek said. “The backpacks provide the children with something to start with, to hold onto, until the foster family can go and purchase other needed items.”

Since Pockets of Hope’s beginning in 2014, it has distributed backpacks to 2,420 children through county social workers and the Central Minnesota Child Advocacy Center. On average, the Pockets of Hope team puts together and distributes 30-50 backpacks

a month to wherever the need is; they primarily go to Stearns County residents but are also sent to whoever requests them, resources permitting.

A late Summer 2023 auction is being planned for Trailer for a Cause. Leading up to the auction, Felling Trailers will work with Pockets of Hope to generate awareness about their work, the children they serve, and the hope and security these backpacks provide to children entering foster care. Every day, children are rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment; these children are confused, scared and desperate for security and comfort after being separated from family, home and possessions. Children frequently enter foster care with nothing.

CRIME & SAFETY

Any objections to the petition must be raised at the

Facsimile: (320) 235-8180 H-18-2B

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:

DATE OF MORTGAGE: January 9, 2006

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE:

$128,000.00

MORTGAGOR(S): Lavaine D Davids, a single woman

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Suntrust Mortgage, Inc., its successors and assigns

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING:

Recorded: January 18, 2006 Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: 1182605

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE:

And assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association

Dated: April 3, 2014

Recorded: April 8, 2014 Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1419196

And assigned to: Nationstar Mortgage LLC

Dated: June 24, 2022

Recorded: June 30, 2022 Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1635710

Transaction Agent: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: 100010401442354540

Lender/Broker/Mortgage

Originator: Suntrust Mortgage, Inc. Residential Mortgage Servicer: Nationstar Mortgage LLC COUNTY IN WHICH

PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Stearns Property Address: 18644 367th Street, Avon, MN 56310

Tax Parcel ID Number: 03.01412.0000

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot Sixteen (16), Block One (1) of Lazy Lagoon, Stearns County, Minnesota

AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE

AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $98,843.15

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; that this is registered property;

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:

May 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: County Sheriff`s office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorney fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. If the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on November 23, 2023, or the next business day if November 23, 2023 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation: NONE THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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.

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 FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

DATED: March 28, 2023

MORTGAGEE: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300

File Number: 052268-F1 H14-6B

Carlos man arrested in Sauk Centre for transporting meth

SAUK CENTRE – A Carlos man has been arrested for transporting methamphetamine.

Timothy Charles Tatro, 43, of Carlos, is charged with one felony count of possessing 50 grams or more of cocaine or methamphetamine in the first degree. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison and a $1,000,000 fine. His next court appearance will be at 8:45 a.m., May 31, at the Stearns County Courthouse in St. Cloud.

According to a criminal complaint filed in Stearns County District Court, around 10:56 p.m., May 2, Sauk Centre Police Department Sergeant Joe Jensen was parked near mile marker 127 on the Interstate 94 median in his squad car when he observed a vehicle traveling above the posted speed limit. In pursuit of the vehicle, Jensen noticed it did not have a front or rear license plate.

The vehicle exited the interstate and headed toward Sauk Centre, where Jensen stopped it in a parking lot on the 1400 block of Main Street. Jensen approached the vehicle and identified the driver as Tatro, also noticing a female

“Every child should feel loved and cared about,” said Brenda Jennissen, President and CEO of Felling Trailers. “Pockets of Hope’s mission fulfills basic needs while giving children hope for better todays and tomorrows. I admire these women’s initiative, applaud them for the impact they’ve made on thousands of children and am excited to raise awareness of and funds for their organization.”

The previous Trailer for a Cause auctions have raised nearly $40,000 for nonprofit organizations including Special Olympics Minnesota, Lymphoma Research Foundation, Minnesota Fire Fighters Foundation and Eagle’s Healing Nest.

passenger. In speaking with Tatro, Jensen noticed signs of possible impairment. Jensen had Tatro perform field sobriety tests, revealing signs of stimulant use. Jensen also observed white and yellowish ulcers on Tatro’s tongue, consistent with the use of a glass pipe to inhale controlled substances.

Avon Police Department Officer Landon Gudim arrived on scene and deployed his narcotic-detecting canine unit on the vehicle. The canine indicated the presence of narcotics, and, in a search of the vehicle, conducted by law enforcement uncovered a black plastic box near the battery under the vehicle’s hood. The box contained two bags of a substance the officers believed was methamphetamine, one bag weighing 87.5 grams and the other weighing 74 grams. Law enforcement also located a black cloth bag attached to the inside of the vehicle’s front fender, containing a plastic bag containing a substance the officers suspected was methamphetamine. The plastic bag and the substance it contained weighed 240 grams.

Jensen placed Tatro under an arrest, and in a Mirandized interview, Tatro admitted he was transporting methamphetamine in exchange for $1,000.

PUBLIC NOTICES

ASSUMED NAME: Motor Works.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 24792 County Road 7, St. Cloud, MN 56301 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): St. Augusta Shop LLC, 822 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN 56387 USA.

By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:

DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 1, 2006

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $322,400.00

MORTGAGOR(S): Scott H. Stroeing and Adris A. Brown, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Fremont Investment & Loan, its successors and assigns DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING:

Recorded: October 20, 2006 Stearns County Recorder Document Number: 1209606 LOAN MODIFICATION: Dated: March 2, 2011

Recorded: April 4, 2011 Document Number: A1340565 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: And assigned to: HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Fremont Home Loan Trust 2006-D, MortgageBacked Certificates, Series 2006-D

Dated: January 31, 2012

Recorded: February 13, 2012

Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1361934 Transaction Agent: Mortgage

who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: 1001944-3000271736-4 Lender/Broker/Mortgage Originator: Fremont Investment & Loan Residential Mortgage Servicer: PHH Mortgage Corporation COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Stearns Property Address: 2725 Tranquility Drive, Saint Cloud, MN 56301 Tax Parcel ID Number: 82.50705.0189

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 10, Block 3, Serenity Plat Two, Stearns County, Minnesota AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $299,443.18 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; that this is registered property; 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: June 14, 2023 at 10:00 AM

PLACE OF SALE: County Sheriff`s office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorney fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns.

If the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on December 14, 2023, or the next business day if December 14, 2023 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday.

Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation: NONE THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT.

ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE 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.

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 FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

DATED: April 19, 2023

MORTGAGEE: HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Fremont Home Loan Trust 2006-D, MortgageBacked Certificates, Series 2006-D Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300 File Number: 051622-F2 H17-6B

SEASONAL EMPLOYEE

Sauk Centre natives build bond through fishing opener

Saints save game with stellar eighth

Elrosa rallies against Richmond

BY HERMAN LENSING | STAFF WRITER

The Elrosa Saints prevented being no-hit and earned a win with an eighth-inning rally in their 3-2 win over the Richmond Royals May 7 in Richmond.

The Saints had chances prior to that inning, but never delivered a run-producing hit. Even with walks to Gavin Kampsen, Kevin Kuefler and Brandon Roelike and three Richmond errors, no Saint reached third base for the first seven innings.

Keeping Elrosa in the game was the pitching of Ethan Vogt and Wyatt Steffensen. Vogt started and worked the first five innings. He left the mound trailing 1-0 on four hits and two walks. He had eight strikeouts.

Steffensen was equally as effective, giving up one run on three hits with three walks. Richmond’s Dalton Thelen scored both runs, giving the Royals a 2-0 lead going into the eighth inning. At that point, the Saints had not found a way to hit either Richmond’s DJ Schleicher or relieve Luke Jokela. It changed in the eighth as Richmond brought Talen Braegelman to the mound. Leadoff batter Kuefler started the frame with a single to end the no-hitter. Matt Schmitz walked, but the following batter popped out.

Kampsen then stepped up and delivered an RBI single, scoring Kuefler and placing runners at the corners. Vogt’s single scored Schmitz to tie the game and Kampsen moved to third. Before the side was retired, Kampsen came home on a passed ball for a 3-2 lead.

Richmond got a runner to third with one out in its half of the eighth, but Steffensen struck out two, preventing a run. He did not finish the game. Thelen singled and stole second with one out in the ninth and Elrosa changed pitchers, bringing Vogt back to the mound. Vogt used a flyout and strikeout to preserve the win.

Tradition has stood strong for nearly 50 years

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

While John Meyer, Tom Schlichting, Mike Schlichting and Dave Domine have all carved out their own life pathways in various locations, one thing is always certain to bring the four Sauk Centre natives together: fishing.

Whether it is the walleye opener – which kicks off in highly-anticipated fashion Saturday, May 13 – or searching the waters for bass, these four fishermen have constructed an incredibly-consistent, deep-rooted angling tradition that has lasted nearly five decades.

“I like the excitement of catching a fish at the end of the line, but in the end, it’s all of the things together,” Tom Schlichting said. “It’s being on the water, telling jokes, having fun. It’s all part of the romance. It isn’t just catching the fish; it’s all of the parts that add up to that.”

This endless fascination with fishing began, funnily enough, with weeds. Back in the group’s childhood growing up in the 1970s, most of Sauk Centre’s lake bed was coated with weeds, making it difficult to take boats out and catch walleye. Meyer started fishing for walleye with Mike Froseth before learning from Vic Trout how to catch bass on the lake, the Schlichtings started fishing at the age of five and Domine’s attention turned to the water with his parents owning a residence on upper Sauk Lake. It was fishing for bass where the four longtime friends developed an affinity for the hobby.

“We had boats and we had a base,” Meyer said. “We liked the outdoors. I think all of us really enjoyed getting up early and going outside. It sounds corny, but it’s the truth.”

Catching dozens if not close to 100 bass a weekend was a very common sight, and the exciting activity quickly turned into a routine that extended beyond fishing itself. Meyer’s mother would make the collective sloppy joes and even started cooking “shore lunches,” which consisted of deep-fried bass.

The bass season was the main draw through high school in Sauk Centre, but eventually, life caught up to the bunch. Meyer, Tom Schlichting and Domine graduated in 1979, followed by Mike Schlichting in 1980. The Schlichtings attended the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and Domine and Meyer ventured to St. Cloud State University. Even while split up, they still followed the call of the lake they called home for so many years.

“When we went off to college, Sauk Lake is what

kept us together,” Meyer said. “There was a draw to that lake because of our bass fishing, my mother cooking her sloppy joes and then doing a fish fry. I think that was part of the glue. Without that, it would have been hard.”

The always-eager sportsmen were not limited to their hometown when it came to capturing that next catch. They have reeled in walleye at Big Birch Lake, Lake Osakis and Fish Trap Lake, among other plentiful locales for a fishing trip. The tradition took a completely new turn in 1993, when Mike Schlichting bought land alongside 4,400-acre Lake Ida in Alexandria and, with help from his friends, built a cabin. Two years later, it became the new home base for the crew.

“Ever since I was a kid, I always had a dream of building my own (cabin),” Mike Schlichting said. “Once I got married, my wife was supportive of that, she wanted to do that. At that point, we started looking around for good walleye lakes.”

The cabin was one that

could usher in the walleye and bass season with an extra sense of lakeside luxury and relaxation. The gang arrives the Thursday before the opener every year to put in the dock, cook up a meal on Friday night affectionately named “Friday Feast” and dedicate the rest of the weekend to recollecting fond previous experiences and creating new ones.

“The memories, we certainly relive them,” Mike Schlichting said. “It fuels our desire to go again and create more.”

There is a tentative “10year rule” in place as far as storytelling goes; sometimes, older memories have been talked about too many times. But there are some classic moments that continue to run conversations in the boat, from buying a 5-foot-sign that read “Welcome Fisherman” before one expedition to riding ice sheets on a partially-frozen Lake Ida during a particularly-cold opener.

“For me, it’s kind of a trip to the Mecca every year,” Domine said. “It’s really something I look forward to, that comradery more than anything.”

These annual trips to the lake, after nearly 50 years,

have garnered a sense of formality most other fishing weekends lack. The fishing opener always coincides with Mother’s Day Weekend, which is significant not only to the friends’ mothers, but their wives. Despite this, their families fully support this unyielding, unparalleled tradition, no matter the circumstances.

“My wife had triplets April 28 (one year) and she arranged for one of her friends to spend the weekend with her for the opener,” Mike Schlichting said.

The lake the foursome fish on is different than in their childhoods, and the technology the team uses to track fishing patterns and reel in big-time catches is far more advanced than the baby steps they took on Sauk Centre Lake nearly a half-century ago. However, the serenity these Sauk Centre natives feel with a fishing pole in hand and the joy they feel in each other’s company will persist as long as the lifetime companions breathe.

“As we get to this point in our life, there is going to be a day when our paths change,” Meyer said. “If that person isn’t here, whether it’s by will or by God, the friendships are going to stay the same. It’s going to be something we’ll all carry until we’re dead.”

“We forgot to get a hit until the eighth inning,” said AJ Hadley, Elrosa manager. “Certainly was interesting.”

Sauk Centre Bike Rodeo

May 23 4 - 6 p.m. Sauk Centre Arena

American Legion

Free Meal

Provided by Sauk Centre Lions Club

For more information about this free community event, call Sauk Centre Police Department at 320-351-7022.

818 Centre St, Sauk Centre

PHOTO BY EVAN MICHEALSON

Dave Domine (from left), Mike Schlichting, John Meyer and Tom Schlichting meet for lunch May 3 at Brickyard Bar & Grill in Clear Lake. The four Sauk Centre natives have fished every walleye and bass opener together for nearly 50 years.

Crow offers

EVAN MICHEALSON | STAFF WRITER

Golf can be difficult to find consistency in, as conditions and slight details can vary depending on the course.

The Sauk Centre Streeters boys golf team experienced this firsthand at the New London-Spicer Invitational May 5, as the ball’s fast-paced movement on the greens at Little Crow Golf Resort in Spicer was unlike anything the team had witnessed all spring.

The Streeters struggled to maintain consistency as a result, but remained resolved in earning 15th out of 18 participating teams with a team score of 380.

“That threw them for a loop,” said Tait Midthun, head coach. “They hadn’t putted on anything that quick. In one respect, we did a good job of managing our shots from tee to fairway and fairway to green. We just didn’t adjust to the green speed quickly enough.”

Blake Kath of host New London-Spicer topped the individual leaderboard with an 18-hole mark of 72. Albany, with a pair of top-five finishers, took down the Wildcats by a single stroke, 322-323.

Sauk Centre’s top golfer for the day was freshman Brayden Johnson, whose 91 was good enough for 41st place out of 107 golfers. Following behind him was junior Ethan Riley at 92.

“He (Riley) had a tee shot where I thought it was going to be good and it came over the hill and was OB (outof-bounds),” Midthun said. “He stepped up to the tee and hit a gorgeous drive and made bogey. That’s the key to getting better: making sure you limit your mistakes to bogeys instead of that double or triple (bogey).

The Streeters’ junior depth continued to serve the squad well, with Dylan Gruenes, 61st with a score of 96, and Nolan Kampsen, 76th at 101, rounding out Sauk Centre’s scoring at the talent-filled event.

With another appearance under their belt, Sauk Centre continues to focus on mastering the mental aspect of a game with a surplus of uncontrollable variables.

“Golf can be a frustrating game, so they’re trying to manage that and put themselves in better positions and moving forward from a bad shot,” Midthun said.

The Streeters participated in a pair of nine-hole West Central Conference meets May 10 and compete in more conference action at 11 a.m. Friday, May 12, at The Crossings Golf Club in Montevideo.

Golf Club

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

In the team’s largest-scale competition yet, the Sauk Centre Streeters boys track and field maintained their incredible first-place pace, topping a 13-team leaderboard with 146 points at the New London-Spicer Invitational May 4 at New London-Spicer High School in New London.

“We always know we’re going to be solid and can compete with all of the teams,” said Jim Metcalf, coach. “There’s that expectation. Winning breeds an attitude where the boys are coming into all of these meets thinking they can win the meet. When you have that, it grows, and good things happen.”

Sauk Centre completely dominated the 300 hurdles, with Aaron Kerfeld taking first at 43.59, Spencer Marthaler ending up second at 43.94 and Ben Anderson earning fourth at 44.93. The same combination of athletes snagged second, third and ninth in the 100 hurdles, respectively.

The triple jump was also a positive spot for the Streeters, with Nathan Lahr and Anderson grabbing the top two spots in the event.

“Coach (Kristen) Determan worked with Ben on his footwork and his takeoffs on the triple jump, making sure it’s as close to the board as he can be,” Metcalf said. “Just getting the steps down in that event helps tremendously, and he’s come a long way with that. Him and Nate both have zeroed in on taking off from the board.”

The 1,600-meter run saw the top eight finishers all PR, with Brandon Kampsen pacing the rest of the pack with a 4:22.15, his lowest time yet. That was just one positive performance from a slew of strong showings from the Streeters’ distance runners. Lahr and Devin Crawford-Klinnert ended the 800 in third and fourth place, respectively, while the 3,200 saw Jacob Drevlow, 10:39.24, and Logan Wiehoff, 11:10.90, exceed previous bests by 10 seconds.

“Logan is just a hard worker,” Metcalf said. “Last fall (in cross-country), he ran varsity the entire season, so he’s just a tough kid. He wanted it and he’s worked hard for it. When you have an eighth grader putting in that kind of work, he’s going to get some rewards.”

Depth was a major factor in the team victory. Three of Sauk Centre’s four relays finished in the top three and the team registered a pair of topfive participants in the 400, 800, 3200 110 hurdles and pole vault.

“We’ve been happy with how hard they’re training and the effort they put in at both practices and meets,” Metcalf said. “They’re seeing that hard work pays off.”

The Streeters will aim to stay on top at the West Central Conference Meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, at Montevideo High School in Montevideo.

Section 5A True Team Meet

After the completion of only one event, a thunderstorm rolled into Sauk Centre during the Section 5A True Team Meet May 9. As

a result, the competition was moved back a day to May 10. “It’s better than running in the rain, so they’ll be just as excited or more so with hopefully good weather,” Metcalf said. “Both teams are ready to go.”

Team scores: 1. Sauk Centre 146, 2. Litchfield 111, 3. Annandale 108, 4. Minnewaska Area 95, 5. Eden Valley-Watkins/Kimball 66, 6. New London-Spicer 43, 7. Glencoe-Silver Lake 40, 8. Morris Area/ Chokio-Alberta 38, 9. Hancock 26, 10. St. Cloud Christian 15,

11. Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City 10, 12. Paynesville 3 and 13. Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa 1. Individual results: 100:

4. Alex Helgeson 12.08, 6. Jeric Schloegl 12.17 and 14. Austin Helgeson 12.42. 200: 6. David Gilmore 24.32, 11. Zander Kuhlmann 24.93 and 25. Rykin Engle 26.42. 400: 4. Reese Blondin 53.59, 5. Derick Sorenson 53.83 and 9. Zander Olmschenk 55.71. 800: 3. Lahr 2:07.99, 4. Crawford-Klinnert 2:12.14 and 18.

Sauk Centre shuts out Albany

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

A scoreless tie in a West Central Conference baseball showdown was shattered with a furious offensive effort from the Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta Tigers, who used two gigantic innings to down the Sauk Centre Streeters 9-2 May 8 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

“Our season is half over and I don’t feel like we have played our best baseball yet,” said Bryan Zollman, head coach. “We are still trying to put some pieces together and there are still kids battling for starting spots. We just have to keep working hard and we think things will start going our way a little more often.”

MACA’s fourth inning put a dent in Sauk Centre’s winning hopes, as the visitors posted four runs to grab a convincing lead. The Tigers then outdid themselves the very next inning, putting up a five spot in the fifth inning to run away with the game.

Sauk Centre received a late-game boost from Keegan Middendorf, who drilled

a two-run single late in the game. It was not enough to salvage an otherwise-disappointing hitting effort, as the Streeters waved at 13 third strikes and struggled to build offensive opportunities.

Matthew Warring led the Streeters with two base hits.

Sauk Centre’s May 9 conference matchup with Melrose was postponed due to a thunderstorm. The Streeters will instead turn their attention to a two-day invitational, which begins with a game against Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa at 7 p.m. Friday, May 12, at Saints Field in Elrosa.

Sauk Centre 8, Albany 0

Shutting out a reigning section finalist is no easy feat, but the Streeters did so May 5 behind an incredulous twoway output from Warring in an 8-0 win over the Albany Huskies at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

“This was a nice section win against a really good program,” Zollman said.

Warring flexed his hitting ability with a three-run home run in a five-run sixth inning. As if that were not enough, the decorated upperclassman took

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to the mound for the Streeters and kept a talented Huskies lineup in check all evening, going 6 1/3 shutout innings and striking out six Albany batters.

“He was great,” Zollman said. “He kept hitters off balance all day and got us a ton of weak pop-ups to the infield.”

Sauk Centre’s scoring began with a Cole Roering RBI groundout in the second inning and continued with a sacrifice fly off the bat of Roering in the fourth. A frame later, Zac Bick raked a two-out hit to score Neal Stadsvold.

“That was a huge RBI for Zac,” Zollman said. “Big atbat for him, and a big run for us.”

Melrose 4, Sauk Centre 0

Hunter Danielson has been a steady presence on the mound for Sauk Centre, but for the Streeters, it has not translated into wins off the back of lackluster run support.

This unfortunate trend continued May 4, as Sauk Centre was blanked by the Melrose Dutchmen in a 4-0 rivalry loss at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

Warring compiled two of Sauk Centre’s three hits. He is tied with Eli Fletcher with 12 hits on the season.

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Sauk Centre’s Carter Schuster takes part in the shot put during the Section 5A True Team Meet May 9 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre. Schuster and the Streeters boys track and field team have eyes on making it to the Class A True Team competition.

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Sauk Centre’s Neal Stadsvold fires a throw across the infield against Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta May 8 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre. The Sauk Centre baseball team lost to the Tigers but found an encouraging 8-0 win over Albany the previous game.

1/2, 20. Corey McCoy 37-7 and 27. Kyle Sayovitz 33-0. Discus: 6. McCoy 120-10, 9. Schuster 11110 and 22. Sayovitz 91-00.

Girls tracksters take seventh behind running success

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

The Sauk Centre Streeters girls track and field squad gained valuable experience before the Section 6A True Team Meet, using several standout performances to snag seventh place out of 13 teams at the New London-Spicer Invitational May 4 at New London-Spicer High School in New London.

“The team is getting better and they’re starting to get that attitude that they know they can be competitive,” said Jim Metcalf, coach.

The heroes of the day for Sauk Centre came from individual and relay events alike. The 4x400 relay team of Mackenzie Ritter, Olivia Marsh, Stella Schirmers and Pyper Vogt placed third with a solid time of 4 minutes and 31.12 seconds, tied for the highest finish for the Streeters alongside Alicia Jennissen’s 33-5 attempt in the shot put. It was Vogt’s 4x400 debut. Schirmers also recorded a sixth-place finish in the 400-meter dash with a personal-record time of 1:06.13.

“She brings in a winning attitude with her,” Metcalf said. “I’m really happy with what Stella and that 4x400 relay has done.”

Many other Streeters landed in the top 10 in their respective events, including a fifth-place showing from the 4x800 grouping of Julia Wehrman, Marsh, Alivia Nathe and Francesca Rivers; sixthplace spots from Nya Thieschafer in the long jump and the 4x200 squad of Ritter, Nya

Thieschafer, Nina Thieschafer and Vogt; and seventh-place results from Marsh in the 800 and Rivers in the 1600.

Success was far from guaranteed facing off against several programs who the Streeters have not yet seen this season.

“When we saw the teams at New London-Spicer, we were like, ‘Okay, we don’t know how good these teams are,’” Metcalf said. “It’s fun to compete with teams we haven’t seen yet.”

Sauk Centre earned 30 points as a team as Eden Valley-Watkins/Kimball ran away with the team title at 158.5.

The Streeters will take part in the West Central Conference Meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, at Montevideo High School in Montevideo.

Section 5A True Team

Unfortunate timing spelled a delay to the Section 5A True Team, as an incoming

thunderstorm led to the event being moved back a day to May 10.

Only one event, the 4x800 relay, was completed before athletes were directed to go indoors.

Team scores: 1. Eden Valley-Watkins/Kimball 158.5,

2. Litchfield 98.5, 3. Minnewaska Area 92.33, 4. Annandale 82.33, 5. Paynesville 75,

6. New London-Spicer 72.5, 7. Sauk Centre 30, 8. Glencoe-Silver Lake 29, 9. Morris Area/ Chokio-Alberta 25.33, 10. Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City 11.5, 11. Melrose 9, 12. Hancock 8, 13. Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa and 14. St. Cloud Christian 3. Individual results: 100:

13. Nya Thieschafer 13.74, 17. Nina Thieschafer 14.11 and 28. Victoria Marthaler 14.88. 200:

9. Nya Thieschafer 28.23, 12. Nina Thieschafer 28.92 and

37. Kiara Klinkhammer 34.28.

400: 6. Schirmers 1:06.13, 15. Lindyn Anderson 1:10.29 and

22. Maizie Jennissen 1:12.48.

800: 7. Marsh 2:39.03, 15. Julia

Wehrman 2:48.55 and 25. Hailey Thompson 3:14.72. 1600: 7. Rivers 6:07.72, 10. Nathe 6:15.00 and 12. Alyssa Tegals 6:18.11. 3200: 11. Raya Sebek 13:46.26, 18. Abigail Mohs 14:59.24 and 21. Samantha Eekhoff 15:30.29. 300 hurdles: 8. Ritter 51.95 and 24. Marthaler 1:01.30. 4x100: 10. Vogt, Brooke Rieland, Anderson and Brianna Middendorf 58.67. 4x200: 6. Ritter, Nya Thieschafer, Nina Thieschafer and Vogt 1:56.71. 4x400: 3. Ritter, Marsh, Schirmers and Vogt 4:31.12. 4x800: 5. Wehrman, Marsh, Nathe and Rivers 11:09.45. High jump: 14. Schirmers 4-2 and 22. Rieland 4-2. Pole vault: 20. Rivers 6-0. Long jump: 6. Nya Thieschafer 15-0, 17. Nina Thieschafer 13-4 and 20. Anderson 13-0. Triple jump: 10. Middendorf 297, 18. Ava Friedrichs 28-3 and 22. Avery Crider 27-4. Shot put: 3. Alicia Jennissen 33-5, 21. Carmen Loxtercamp 26-11 1/2 and 26. Claire Bushard 25-4. Discus: 12. Loxtercamp 84-00, 14. Alicia Jennissen 84-00 and 18. Bushard 80-00.

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SC lost to Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta 14-0 SC JV lost to Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta 18-3 SC defeated Benson 17-7 SC defeated Benson 9-0 SC JV defeated Benson 13-6 SC JV lost to Benson 6-5

SC 8th grade team defeated West Central Area 13-12

SC 7th grade team lost to West Central Area 4-1 TRACK AND FIELD

SC boys finished first out of 13 teams with a score of 146 at New London-Spicer Invitational

SC girls finished seventh out of 14 teams with a score of 30

The Sauk Centre Streeters baseball team defeated the Cathedral Crusaders 6-0 to improve to 2-0. Ben Dirkes hurled a five-hit shutout for the Streeters, who jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning and never looked back.

Sauk Centre junior softball player Lanna Walter on reaching 100 career hits: “It means a lot to be only the third Streeter to reach 100 hits. I never would have thought I would get this far in my softball career. It’s very rewarding to see my hard work pay off.”

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Sauk Centre’s Cole Roering gets ready to throw a pitch against Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta May 8 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre. Roering and the Streeters dropped the West Central Conference matchup 9-2.

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Alivia Nathe tries to stay ahead of a pack of runners while competing in the 4x800 during the Section 5A True Team Meet May 9 in Sauk Centre. Nathe teamed with Maizie Jennissen, Julia Wehrman and Olivia Marsh to place second with a time of 11:13.62. The meet was postponed shortly after the race because of rain and was to be continued May 10.

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Devin Crawford-Klinnert finishes strong while competing in the 4x800 race at the Section 5A True Team Meet May 9 in Sauk Centre. Crawford-Klinnert was the anchor for the Streeters. He was joined by Zander Olmschenk, Logan Wiehoff and Jacob Drevlow, and the group finished third with a time of 8:52.40.

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The Sauk Centre speech team (front, from left) Chris Polipnick, Sarah Trebus, Abigail Masog and Jessica Cline; (middle, from left) Liz Eiden, Julia Wehrman, Abby Eiden, Hailey Hokanson, Olivia Marsh and Anastasia Polipnick; (back, from left) Luke Middendorf, Sydney Zollman, Maizie Jennissen and Noah Campbell competed in the section tournament April 15 in New LondonSpicer. Chris Polipnick, Middendorf and Zollman each advanced to the state tournament.