Sauk Centre Herald 08-31-2023

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BY MARIA BICHLER STAFF WRITER

A cluster of crinkling papers and rulers with their definitive lines. Inkfilled pens and piercing pencils. All were arranged on the kitchen table and used to draft the homes to house residents of Sauk Centre.

While the precise lines built the foundation on which an eventual home erupted from, as the author of those drafts, the late Robert “Bob” Polipnick’s foundation was anchored in the city he called home, and his very life was invested in the residents who comprise the whole.

Indeed, Polipnick was known under many titles: mayor, councilman, board member, business owner and firefighter.

But more so, he was known as husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.

“From T-ball and everything from way back when, he never missed his grandchildren’s activities,” Mickey Welle said. “That was one reason he said that he resigned as mayor, because he didn’t want to miss any of the grandchildren’s things.”

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BY BEN SONNEK STAFF WRITER

David Drager, of Little Sauk, came to Sauk Centre Aug. 24 with a list of names, including Roger Holler, Gary Hedin, Francis Toenyan and Anthony Mensen. He found all of them on the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall, brought to Eagle’s Healing Nest for their annual Nest Fest.

Drager was one of the Vietnam veterans who came home; Holler, Hedin, Toenyan and Mensen did not.

“What this is doing is honoring the ones who were killed,” Drager said.

Drager knew Holler when they both attended school in Long Prairie. Holler was two years older than Drager, in the same grade with Drager’s older brother, LaMarr. Drager knew Holler as a nice person on the quiet side.

“When you’re in a small town, you know kids whether they’re in your grade or not,” Drager said. “I still talk to a lot

of Roger’s close buddies.”

Holler was drafted two years before Drager and was killed May 5, 1970, right before Drager joined the Army.

“He would’ve been getting pretty close to the end of his tour in Vietnam,” Drager said.

“I don’t remember if my folks sent me a letter (about his death) or if I saw it someplace.

I was in Fort Leavenworth, Missouri, at the time.”

Hedin was another schoolmate of Drager’s. He was deployed with the Army to

A decade of ministry

BY BEN SONNEK | STAFF WRITER

It has been 10 years since the Rev. Greg Paffel, the newly installed pastor of St. Paul’s Church in Sauk Centre, rode into town on his orange Honda Goldwing motorcycle. That motorcycle and its rider have since become familiar sights in the community, and while Paffel has had to navigate difficult times for the area’s Catholic churches, he maintains his joyful optimism as he ministers to parishioners and learns from them as they learn from him.

“I have been in Sauk Centre longer than anywhere else in my life since graduating high school,” Paffel said. “I was just telling a friend how good it feels to have deeper and stronger relationships than I’ve been able to have in the past.”

Raised in Otsego, Paffel attended Elk River High School where he lettered in

football, weightlifting, track and choir. He served as the school’s mascot and won a state title in the discus throw in 1986, his senior year. After graduation, he attended the University of Minnesota-Morris and then the Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio, where he first considered becoming a priest.

Paffel spent several years traveling with different ministries, including National Evangelization Teams and St. Paul’s Outreach. He then joined the seminary and was ordained a priest in 2001, first serving as assistant priest at St. Anthony’s Church in St. Cloud and then as pastor at St. John’s Church in Foley.

Paffel received his assignment to St. Paul’s Church in Sauk Centre right before Easter 2013. He had been to Sauk Centre a few times before, helping the previous pastor, the Rev. Todd Schneider, with Divine Mercy Sunday confessions, and Paffel’s fraternity of priests also held healing Masses in the area. After a 30-day silent retreat, Paffel arrived in Sauk Centre in early July 2013.

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Vietnam and killed Jan. 10, 1968, in the province of Phuoc Tuy.

Toenyan was one of Drager’s neighbors who came from a large family. He was deployed to Vietnam as a Marine and was killed June 29, 1967, in the province of Quang Nam.

“He was killed when he was supposed to be coming home,” Drager said. “They were short of guys on a mission, so they sent him out, and he got killed on one of his last days in Vietnam.”

Drager himself was shipped to Vietnam in July 1970 and came home in October 1971. As he was discharged, Anthony Mensen from Sauk Centre, serving in the Army, was killed Oct. 22, 1971, in the province of Quang Ngai; Drager knew of Mensen through working with his brothers.

“I was one of the pallbearers at his funeral,” Drager said.

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(Above) The Rev. Greg Paffel, Aug. 25 at St. Paul’s Church in Sauk Centre, brings out the Honda Goldwing motorcycle he had when he was assigned to the Sauk Centre Church just before Easter 2013. He has been in Sauk Centre longer than anywhere else in his life since graduating from high school.

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(Right) The Rev. Greg Paffel sits on his motorcycle in front of St. Paul’s Church in August 2013 in Sauk Centre. He was previously the pastor at St. John’s Church in Foley.

Paffel marks 10 years as area pastor

Polipnick remembered as mentor who helped craft a vibrant community

Robert “Bob” Polipnick

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(Above) The Traveling Vietnam Memorial stretches across the grounds of Eagle’s Healing Nest Aug. 24 in Sauk Centre. The wall arrived Aug. 23, with the dedication ceremony taking place Aug. 25.

(Inset) David Drager, of Little Sauk, looks for Gary Hedin’s name on the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall Aug. 24 at Eagle’s Healing Nest in Sauk Centre. Drager, a Vietnam veteran, visits the memorial wall any chance he can.

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“They wanted people with uniforms that fit, and I’d only been discharged for a few days.”

Today, Drager goes to see the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall every chance he can, including its 50th anniversary commemoration in Wisconsin.

The arrival of the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall Aug. 23 marked the beginning of the Nest’s annual Nest Fest. The dedication ceremony was the evening of Aug. 25, with the Clarissa and Browerville American Legions presenting the colors and providing the gun salute.

“It’s been an amazing week already of watching so many come to heal,” said Melony Butler, Eagle’s Healing Nest director. “(Veterans) are not a statistic. They’re not a project. They’re someone’s loved

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Welle, daughter of Polipnick and his late wife, Edna, lives in Sauk Centre and is a sibling to Mary Borgmann and Rob Polipnick, of Sauk Centre, and Marcia Riedel, of St. Cloud.

The 89-year-old began his life in Sauk Centre to parents Edward and Amelia and continued to call Sauk Centre home until the day of his passing Aug. 13.

Along the way, Polipnick was driven to better the city for generations to come.

“He just thought Sauk Centre was the greatest place in the world to live,” Borgmann said. “Any time a store opened, he was just as happy as could be. Now, there are young people moving back with their families; that’s exactly what he wanted for Sauk Centre — to see the city grow again.” Polipnick served as mayor from 1988 to 1994, a role he performed with optimism, according to Borgmann.

“He loved being mayor,” Borgmann said.

Long after Polipnick’s term was complete, his knowledge and enthusiasm were still being put to use.

Brad Kirckof, Sauk Centre mayor from 2006-14, said he gleaned knowledge from Polipnick as a friend first and mentor second.

“What drew me so close to Bob was that he had such a desire for Sauk Centre to continue to be a place where people wanted to live, raise families and be a part of,” Kirckof said. “I always desired to continue to do that and keep that legacy going.”

Kirckof said he often sought Polipnick’s advice during his tenure because he appreciated the example Polipnick laid before him.

“He taught me about

ones. … We made a commitment when we started that (the wall) would come here every other year. It’s important to remember. It’s important never to forget.”

The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall also included panels commemorating those who fell in more recent conflicts.

“When they first started bringing the other memorials, that was really tough,” Butler said. “I have family and friends on those walls. A lot of our local veterans here in Minnesota have loved ones on those walls, so to watch them come through here over the course of the days it is here in Sauk Centre is really emotional because, for some of us, we attended those funerals, we supported their families and continue to do that today.”

The rest of the cere-

mony consisted of prayer, presentations of the armed forces and memorial wreaths, explanation of the Missing Man Table to remember prisoners of war and those missing in action, taps, special presentations, open sharing and a performance by veteran

Justin Touchette, singing his song “Healing.”

It was a mission complete for Drager Aug. 24. He honored fellow military personnel who gave their lives for their country, while serving in Vietnam, including Holler, Hedin, Toenyan and Mensen.

years after graduating high school, Polipnick applied for a bookkeeping position at Steiner Lumber and was hired.

From his initial position in 1955, Polipnick learned every facet of the business, teaching himself how to draft homes and maintain a thriving business. In 1972, Polipnick purchased the lumber yard. Even after selling the business to his son in 1999, Polipnick continued to devote his time there.

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Declaring Jan. 21-27 as Jaycee Week in Sauk Centre was Mayor Bob Polipnick, with officers of the Sauk Centre Jaycees witnessing his signature January 1990 in Sauk Centre. On hand for the proclamation are Jaycees President Kim Hollenkamp (from left, seated), Mayor Polipnick and Gary Kuefler, gambling manager; (back, from left) treasurer Dennis Hagfors, public relations vice president and state delegate Kay Staricka, secretary Linda Hinnenkamp and management development vice president Jackie Spoden.

being transparent, being open and welcoming and being the best listener you can be without being judgmental,” Kirckof said. “He did that the best I’ve ever seen someone do. I wanted to do things the way Bob did.”

Polipnick possessed an extensive list of involvement in Sauk Centre, including city councilman and member of the planning commission, park board and Riverview Manor board.

During his time as a board member of St. Michael’s Hospital, the nursing home was established.

“He’d get excited about those things,” Borgmann said. “I remember him talking about that stuff at home when we were young. He was the most positive person ever.”

Polipnick was a decision-maker in many of the changes that evolved Sauk Centre. One project involved widening Sinclair Lewis Avenue.

“He had that vision that he knew it was the right thing to do, making it wider

and safer for the church and all those along the avenue,” Borgmann said.

Polipnick also devoted time to the chamber of commerce, Sinclair Lewis Foundation and Rotary Club, among others. He was a Boy Scout leader and boys basketball coach at Holy Family School. He was a 20-year member of the fire department and was a founding member of Sauk Centre Dollars for Scholars. He was also an attendee at Mass each morning and a dedicated grandfather who took in countless sporting events.

Throughout all the endeavors Polipnick partook in during many decades of public service, his humble smile carried him forward.

“He loved doing all those things, but he didn’t want the credit for it,” Borgmann said.

Polipnick grew up living above and working at the Main Street Café. Alongside three sisters and four brothers, he witnessed and absorbed his parents’ work ethic who operated the café. Three

“Up until about three months ago, Dad would go to the lumber yard every day,” Welle said. “Rob would find jobs for him to do, like balancing the checkbooks and, in the end, helping out wherever he could.”

When he was not at the lumber yard, he could often be found earmarking time to be a friend.

David Meyer, of Sauk Centre, said he first met Polipnick in 1958 when the two played baseball together. They went on to serve on the city council and fire department together, and they continued to have coffee and conversation a handful of times every week.

“We did everything together,” Meyer said. “We played softball together. We bowled together. You name it, we did it. He was like a brother to me.”

Meyer remembers Polipnick as being always joyful, with a fervent wish to better the city.

“He promoted everything that was going on in town,” he said. “He was always 100 percent behind it, and he was always friendly to people. … Bob was a good council member. He never talked anybody down. He welcomed people all the time to town.”

Meyer summed up what Polipnick meant to the community in a simple phrase.

“Great man,” he said.

The Clarissa and Browerville American Legions fire their salute during the dedication ceremony Aug. 25 at Eagle’s Healing Nest in Sauk Centre. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall included panels commemorating those who fell in more recent conflicts.

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(Above) The crowd at the dedication ceremony stands for the national anthem Aug. 25 at Eagle’s Healing Nest in Sauk Centre. The ceremony included prayer, presentations of the armed forces and memorial wreaths, explanation of the Missing Man Table, taps, special presentations, open sharing and a musical performance by veteran Justin Touchette.

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Two firsts at the state fair

Meyer shows, judges 4-H dairy cattle

BY BEN SONNEK STAFF WRITER

This year’s Minnesota State Fair was a new experience twice for Tyler Meyer, as he showed and judged 4-H dairy cattle for the first time. The experience at the fairgrounds in Falcon Heights already has him looking forward to both competitions next year.

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Born and raised in the Sauk Centre area, the 13-year-old son of Nick and Tara, Meyer has been helping on his family’s dairy farm since he was big enough to drive the equipment.

“When I was a baby, I’d be riding in the tractor with my dad and grandpa,” Meyer said.

Meyer has been a Stearns County 4-H’er for about five years. His mother was a 4-H member and encouraged her children to try it. Meyer already knew a good deal about 4-H showing and judging from watching his cousins and friends.

To become a dairy judge, Meyer’s training included practice every Sunday, where the team would go to different dairy farms and judge cattle within a certain list of criteria.

“At the Stearns County Fair, we had our first contest,” Meyer said. “It was more of a practice contest. There was an official judge, so his scores were the only scores that counted. Then, we had a contest at the

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Carver County Fair and at the Steele County Fair.”

For dairy competition, Meyer entered his fall calf, Frost. He picked her in the early spring, practicing by walking her around, brushing her and putting her in a halter to get her used to it.

Meyer showed Frost at the Stearns County Fair, where she placed sixth in her class and returned in the state fair lineup.

“You have to be high enough in your class that you get called back for state fair lineup,” Meyer said. “There are two judges who come around and pick out the best-looking calves all around the show arena.”

Meyer was also part of the 4-H setup crew for the state fair, so he left for St. Paul at 3 a.m., Aug. 23.

He arrived around 6 a.m., and when the semi carrying his calf and other Stearns County projects arrived around 9 a.m., the setup team had finished and were laying down the bedding.

The next day, Meyer competed in the judging contest, and the dairy competition was Aug. 26. In the latter contest, Frost finished last out of 12, but Meyer is not complaining. He preferred showing his calf to judging others.

“I had a great time, so I wasn’t too upset,” he said.

“I’m happy I got to the state fair. … Judging, it gets to be a long day; the judging part isn’t so bad, but I don’t like memorizing a long sheet of paper (with judging reasons). … Showing, you get your calf, do all

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Roadwork could cause delays on I-94 from Avon to Sauk Centre ST. CLOUD– Drivers on Interstate 94 between Avon and Sauk Centre will encounter single-lane closures and delays as crews begin roadwork Tuesday, Sept. 5, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

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your chores in the morning and start getting your calf ready, and then it’s showtime. You’re in the ring and trying to do your best.”

In judging, though, Meyer finished 16 out of about 90 competitors.

Meyer also had time to check out the fair between competing and showing.

“I walked around the whole fairgrounds Friday (Aug. 25),” he said. “Every day, I usually got food from one or two places around the fair. My friend and I would always walk around and do stuff together outside the barn.”

Meyer does not anticipate going back to this year’s Minnesota State Fair, but he already wants to compete in it again in 2024, showing and judging.

mainline lanes with a new layer of asphalt between Highway 238 in Albany and St. John’s Road in Collegeville, near Avon.

The project also includes access ramps at various interchanges between St. John’s Road and Highway 71 and Highway 28 in Sauk Centre, along with the two rest areas near Avon-Big Spunk rest area along eastbound I-94 and the Middle Spunk Lake rest area along westbound I-94. The work requires each rest area to close for up to four days.

Work will occur Monday through Friday, sunrise to sunset on good weather days until late October.

MnDOT advises travelers to always slow down when approaching every work zone, then navigate through with care and caution. Other reminders are to never enter a roadway blocked with barriers or cones, stay alert as work zones constantly change, watch for workers and slow-moving equipment, minimize distractions behind the wheel and obey posted speed limits as the fine for a work zone violation is $300.

Also, motorists will encounter 24/7 single-lane, head-to-head traffic west of Avon, as crews update the westbound I-94 bridge over eastbound Stearns County Road 75 at Collegeville through early October.

When complete, the $9.6 million project will provide smoother road surfaces and reduce maintenance upkeep and costs on I-94 between Collegeville and Sauk Centre.

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Tyler Meyer walks his calf, Frost, through judging Aug. 26 at the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights. This year was Meyer’s first time showing and judging dairy cattle at the state fair.

Beautiful, true memories

As I sat down to write this week’s column, I was filled with more emotion than usual. I smiled as I thought about the past almost year of memories made and columns written. The family, friends and hometown fun we’ve shared is truly unforgettable. Sauk Centre and those who live here are absolute gems.

Though our time together has come to an end, as this will be my final column for the Sauk Centre Herald, please know I greatly appreciate the opportunity you all have given me to be a part of your weekly hometown newspaper experience. Throughout our time together, I’ve come to truly appreciate the beauty found in recording memories and being true to those evocations and to oneself – no matter the pressure placed upon you.

I am so thankful for the wonderful, insightful people I’ve had the great pleasure of meeting. It seems no matter if I’m shopping at one of Sauk Centre’s great stores, grabbing a bite at one of the many amazing watering holes or even going out for a stroll, I run into a new acquaintance or an old friend and take way longer than I originally intended. Time and time again, you all show me being true to yourself is something so simple in words but so hard in practice. However, do not wane. You are exactly who you are meant to be and precisely where you need to be. It won’t always make sense at the time, and sometimes it never will at all.

We are almost to the end of summer and entering into fall. This month, I will give you a perspective on the new marijuana laws as I am sure most know or have heard they went into effect Aug. 1.

This new law now makes it legal to use cannabis – marijuana – in a smokable form. Last year, edible forms of THC were legalized. Of course, many years ago, oil and pill form medicinal marijuana was legalized. I have no doubt of the medicinal purposes behind THC; however, it is unfortunate that the state of Minnesota made those forms so expensive that most people needing it could not afford it.

With these new laws, there are quite a few loopholes and things that would have been nice to clear up or define prior to the law passing, especially for those of us in public safety, but we now have to figure that out and interpret what we can.

It is now legal to possess marijuana in public, 2 ounces on the street and up to 2 pounds in your house. You may smoke it outside on your property or the areas of “curtilage” of your property, but areas covered under

Why are we running out of teachers?

The previous president spoke at the Moms for Liberty conference at the end of June. He said people should elect school principals so they can “take schools back from radical Marxist maniacs.” Since Moms for Liberty hasn’t disavowed his comments, I guess they think the same thing. I find it hard to believe our former president and his followers think our schools are being led by principals and teachers who are Marxist maniacs. Certainly, this is at once scary – and an insult to professional educators everywhere. And, the thought of parents voting on principals is unrealistic, partly because it would be impossible to implement and because it would be an assault on the professional world of educators. Such negative comments are part of the reason that 10-15% of principals leave their

Life Hacks

By Missy Traeger

Kayla’s Korner by Kayla Hunstiger

The other night, my daughter was reading to me one of my favorite children’s books from my childhood, “Tabitha Tabby’s Fantastic Flavor,” writtenby Jean Lewis and illustrated by Pam Peltier. While she was reading, it dawned on me how important it is to maintain course even when life seems to be screaming something to the contrary. You see, Tabitha had created a fantastic ice cream flavor that drew a very large customer base to her family ice cream shop. Larger businesses offered to make her rich if she’d sell them her recipe, but Tabitha stayed true to her family and kept the recipe a secret. One day, Tabitha had a lapse in memory and wasn’t able to recall her fantastic recipe; however, thankfully, after much determination and perseverance, she was able to recall and record the recipe for future use and generations of the Tabby family.

As Tabitha grew older, the family business ebbed and flowed, but they always stayed steadfast in their faith for their business and one another. This brings me back to where we started. It only seems suitable to finish my final column the same way I did my first. This is yet another beautiful reminder that, though things do change, they very much stay the same as well.

The world doesn’t stop when we have something come up in our lives. However, God puts beautiful people and messages all around us if we are willing to let them in.

I’m not sure when I last went to the Minnesota Renaissance Festival as a child. Maybe I was 10, early teens at the latest. The point is I hadn’t been there for 15 or maybe even 20 years.

Last weekend set that counter back to zero.

the Clean Air Act are still prohibited. Further, many cities, townships and now Stearns County have ordinances banning its use in public spaces like streets, parks, etc. Be sure to know these rules prior to using it.

It is still illegal to operate motor vehicles under the influence, and you cannot smoke THC in your car while traveling down the road, much like alcohol and open container laws. If your neighbor is smoking it and the smell comes over your fence or down to your apartment patio, that is not illegal and you will have to deal with it if you do not care for it. Please do not call the police to deal with those types of things as it is not against the law.

As a public safety official, we were not asked for input into this new law. I am concerned things that have happened in legalized states, like Colorado, might happen here, such as fatal accidents going up 120%, school suspensions going up 70% and visits to emergency rooms and treatment facilities skyrocketing. This, hopefully, will not happen, but time will tell.

positions each year and why morale in schools among teachers and principals is very low because of the constant attack on educators. Many schools are faced with open teaching positions and no applicants. As our children return to class this year, we need to support our teachers and principals and help them implement the best educational systems possible. People who oppose our educational community and who have little or no classroom experience and yet would like to have absolute power over who teaches and what is taught might be labeled “fascist fanatics” by some. They want total control. And, they can have total control if they use home schooling or private schooling options. But they shouldn’t be given control of our public schools. That would affect us all.

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Ultra Sonnek by Ben Sonnek

I knew my wife loved these kinds of festivals before she came to Minnesota, so she was excited when I was able to snag a couple of tickets. Granted, I didn’t acquire them exclusively for her sake. I had a vested interest in revisiting the fair and not only for nostalgic reasons. Renaissance festivals seem to be one of the few broadly accessible places on earth where it is socially acceptable to fulfill man’s primordial urge to wear a cape.

Yes, we dressed for the occasion. All I’ll say about my look is that I was likely the most unobtrusive peasant at the fairgrounds that day. We went during the festival’s Highlands week, so Maggie had a plaid skirt and made a kilt for Eoghan, our oldest – a legit, pleated kilt, mind you. Our 1-year-old, Reuel, wore a green hood and cloak. With his general demeanor and walking stability, he was our party’s very small, very drunk Hobbit.

Maggie offered to make me a kilt too, but I declined. As the father of young children, I need to bend over a lot, and I’d rather be arrested for more spectacular crimes than indecent exposure.

Back in the day, my parents had always gotten on-site parking, but because those passes were sold out by the time Maggie and I looked into them, we had to park elsewhere and load our family onto a bus. We had no doubts about whether we’d taken the right bus. Anyone who says the feelings of comedy, respect and subtle horror cannot simultaneously coexist has never seen a crowd of similarly-costumed individuals crowded into public transportation. Still, while we were undoubtedly headed to the correct destination, I couldn’t help but wonder if I would recognize the festival when we got there. Fifteen-ish years is a long time for nothing to change.

Then, I saw the front castle, identical to how it had been in my childhood. OK, that was a start, but it didn’t necessarily mean everything inside was the same.

We passed through the gate – and a truckload of memories mugged me on the other side.

I swear the Renaissance Festival was exactly the same as it was in my day. It is now my working theory those grounds were built that way in actual medieval times. There was the slope with the shepherd’s theater, right next to a waterwheel-powered paper mill. The Jacob’s Ladder climbing game was still there in the midst of the bungie jump and the ziplines. The elephants and camels were still around for riding. I helped my son into the seat of the butterfly carousel, the same one I had ridden when I was about his age. I watched a stunt juggler tossing flaming torches, and when he announced he’d been doing his act there for 40-plus years, I knew why he was so familiar.

So, yes, hardly anything had changed – but nothing was the same, either. For starters, I finally had to read the price tags on things. That was easily the most heartbreaking development for this young journalist. I mean, I like hats, but shelling out $200 for what is at best an OK-quality tricorn is pushing it even for me. We had enough to buy Eoghan an unpainted wooden sword, but thank goodness he forgot about the wooden trains in another toy shop. I still need to pay my phone bill.

The other mellowing realization came when I looked across the festival fields and realized how much smaller everything looks. Sure, I have few complaints about being taller than 6 feet. Top shelves are my domain, and I rarely need extra equipment to change lightbulbs, but I remember the Renaissance Festival seeming larger. I almost crouched when going through the main gate, and the bungie-jump didn’t look as high as it did in my pre-adolescence. Now that my perspective has literally changed, the world doesn’t seem as big anymore. Granted, that can be a good thing when hauling a pair of toddler-age children around, but it’s hard not to miss the seeming endlessness the grounds once had for me.

Even so, I can’t deny a great time was had by all. We met plenty of friendly fellow fairgoers, many of whom told us how cute our kids were in their costumes. The sun ceased its hostilities for the day, so we’d hardly broken a sweat when we returned to the bus that evening, although Reuel fell asleep on Maggie’s shoulder while we rode back to our parking lot. I didn’t get any souvenirs for myself, but I can’t put a price on dusting off some old memories while making fresh ones to go alongside them.

The next day saw my family back in the 21st century, helping Eoghan paint his new wooden sword in his characteristic style of vividly-colored chaos. I hope he lets me add my own touch to his design, for I have an idea for an inscription on the blade. What’s Latin for “Only use me outdoors”?

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Richard “Dick” Engle

Richard “Dick” Engle, 84, of Little Falls, passed away unexpectedly Aug. 23, 2023, at his home.

A funeral service was held Aug. 29 at First Lutheran Church in Little Falls with Bob Mueller officiating. The burial was at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, north of Little Falls. Military honors were provided by the Little Falls American Legion Post 46 and the Disabled American Veterans.

Richard “Dick” Engle was born Jan. 23, 1939, on the family farm in Sauk Centre Township, to the late Leroy and Ella (Kircher) Engle. He grew up and attended District 49 country school and graduated with the Class of 1957 in Sauk Centre. He was baptized April 9, 1939, and confirmed May 5, 1954, at Zion Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre. He worked the following jobs after his schooling: he farmed with his parents for one year, drove truck for Macy Road Construction for three years

Susan M. Shulze

Susan Marie Shulze, 81, also known as Sue, transitioned to glory Aug. 17, 2023, in Thousand Oaks, California. She passed away following complications of a recent illness, with her loving husband Bob at her side.

Born Dec. 11, 1941, to Jim and Eleanor Benson in Sauk Centre, Sue was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and aunt who touched the lives of many through her dedication, positivity and selflessness. She was a true angel on earth and among the kindest people anyone would meet.

Sue was an influential leader in her community, making a difference through her teaching, volunteering and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others, particularly the most vulnerable, including many immigrants and refugees new to the country. She loved her family and was forever dedicated to her children and grandchildren. She recently celebrated her 60th wedding anniversary with her adoring husband, Bob. Sue’s strong faith, constant positive outlook and genuine empathy propelled her hope and optimism, inspiring those around her. Her passion for learning and humble nature endeared her to those around her.

Sue was very bright and excelled in school, but her humility was such that those around her would never feel

Richard “Dick” Engle and worked at a full-service filling station in Sauk Centre. He also worked for a furniture company, doing deliveries and floor covering.

He was united in marriage to Susan Clay Dec. 16, 1961, and the couple later divorced. He was then united in marriage to Coralie (Nieshe) Aleshire March 29, 1985, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Randall. The couple made their home just south of the Camp Ripley gates. Dick served his country in the Minnesota Army National Guard from 1957

until his retirement as a First Sergeant in 1996. Dick was stationed for a short time in Virginia and Colorado before returning to Camp Ripley. He worked at Camp Ripley north of Little Falls in the Supply and Transportation area. After his retirement, Dick remained active with the Little Falls American Legion, the Disabled American Veterans and the Memorial Rifle Squad presiding over funerals. Dick enjoyed camping, fishing, riding his motorcycle, spending time with family and friends and taking various trips with his wife. He was a member of First Lutheran Church in Little Falls, the Little Falls Fishing Museum, the National Rifle Association and the Moose Lodge.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Coralie Engle of Little Falls; children Kenneth (Devonia) Engle of Shakopee, Lori (Charles)

Tillotson of Alexandria, Todd (Marie Lui) Engle of Redondo Beach, California, Leanne (Stephen) Painter of Elk River, Rhonda (Janet McGrath) Aleshire of Little Falls and Blaine (Brenda Waltman) Aleshire of Little Falls; grandchildren David Cichon, Lindsay Becker-Weller, Derrek Tillotson, Cody Becker, David Tillotson, Richie McGrath, Paris McGrath, Crystal McGrath, Brandi Yaeger, Amber Rohlik and Julia Howes; 19 great-grandchildren; siblings Gary (Pat) Engle of Mankato, Cheri (Ray) Salzer of Avon and Patricia Engle; nieces, nephews, friends and his precious dog, Cindy.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is cherishing the memory and celebrating the life of Dick. H-35-1B

“Our Country is in Mourning, A Veteran Died Today.”

Eugene Michael Theisen, 76, of Evansville, formerly of Burtrum, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, Aug. 25, 2023, at CentraCare Care Center in Long Prairie.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 1, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with the Rev. Ronald Dockendorf officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle.

Eugene was born Jan. 14, 1947, in Sauk Centre, to Henry and Bertha (Wessel) Theisen. He attended Burtrum Elementary School and grad-

Susan M. Shulze less intelligent or inferior. Her sharp wit and sense of humor were much like that of her father, Jim. She possessed a wonderful ability to listen and observe without the need to immediately comment, similar to her mother, Eleanor.

In addition to her husband Bob, Sue is survived by her son Scott Shulze of Oak Park, California, daughter-in-law Brigitte and granddaughters Abbey and Ella. She is also survived by her daughter Mary Esser of Westport, Connecticut, son-in-law Jeff and their two sons. Sue is also survived by her brother Jim Benson of Shorewood, his wife Mary and their children and grandchildren – Kari Benson, husband Erik Overlid and their daughter Gretchen and Jessica and Aaron Sorbel and sons Henry and Joshua.

Sue is preceded in death by her parents Jim and Eleanor Benson of Sauk Centre, her granddaughter Sarah Shulze and her nephew Eric Benson.

Sue’s educational journey

began at Sauk Centre High School, where she excelled in class. She continued earning a Bachelor’s Degree in English with a minor in French from the University of Minnesota in 1963. Sue’s career was teaching, specializing in English as a Second Language. After various initial teaching jobs, including at The International Institute, Sue worked fulltime at Hopkins High School, primarily teaching ESL, and retired after a 37-year career. Her ESL teaching continued until recently at University Village, helping non-English speaking staff learn English. Sue found solace and community in her places of worship, including the Colonial Church of Edina, now called The Meetinghouse, and Westminster Presbyterian Church in Westlake Village, California. These spiritual spaces provided her with support and guidance throughout her life.

Outside of her family, community and faith commitments, Sue loved golf, the outdoors, tennis and reading. She especially enjoyed the many summers spent at the family cabin on Fairy Lake in Sauk Centre from childhood and throughout her adulthood. She also enjoyed exploring the world through travel and dedicated much of her time to volunteering. Sue and Bob made trips to many different countries with Global Volunteers. Her service to her community was continual.

Notably, Sue headed the

any tractor back in the day. They also did some custom sawing over the years. The three brothers constructed all of the buildings on the two farms.

Eugene M. Theisen

uated from Grey Eagle High School. After high school, he served in the National Guard before he was honorably discharged. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Friese on July 17, 1971. Eugene, along with his two brothers, operated two dairy farms. Eugene was the mechanic who could fix and repair any machinery needed. He could overhaul

Survivors include his children David (Ginene) Theisen of Sauk Centre, Christine (Bruce) Sales of Burtrum, Michael (Aleisha) Theisen of Minneapolis, Jeremy Theisen of Burtrum and Matthew (Janelle) Theisen of Woodbury; five grandchildren Jordan, Haileigh, Ryan, Luke and Reid; two great-grandchildren Hudson and Jayden; siblings Leroy Theisen (Helen Schwagel) of Burtrum, Rita (Jesse) Erickson of Ottertail, Edward Theisen of Burtrum and Kar-

Families Moving Forward program at Colonial Church for 15 years, significantly impacting the lives of many homeless and families in need. She enjoyed playing with the children and getting to know the guests by listening to their stories. Two memorial services will be held to celebrate Sue’s remarkable life. The first service will occur at 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 9, in the Balboa Room at University Village in Thousand Oaks. Following the service, a reception and light luncheon will be held. Non-resident attendees are asked to RSVP to shulze@yahoo.com with their name for the security gate at University Village and should park outside the gates on Campus Drive. The second service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 16, at Meetinghouse Church in Edina. A reception and lunch will follow. Instead of flowers, contributions can be made to the Sarah Shulze Foundation at www. sarahshulzefoundation.org, World Vision or a community-supporting charity of one’s choice. These organizations reflect Sue’s commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Sue’s memory will forever be cherished by her family, friends and all those whose lives she touched. Her compassion, dedication and legacy of love will continue to inspire and uplift those who knew her. H-35-1P

en Sauer (Loren Johnson) of Ponsford; and several nieces and nephews.

Eugene was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn in 2006; parents; sister Marcella Schloegl; brother-in-law Warren Schloegl; nieces Nicole Schloegl, Jodi Schloegl and Tracy Frost; and nephews Gerald Theisen and Eric Schloegl.

Dad’s later years were spent at Henneman’s Country Care. We would like to thank Don Henneman and his family and staff for the wonderful care they provided.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Grey Eagle. H-35-1B

“Our Country is in Mourning, A Veteran Died Today.”

Rosalie A. Ecker

Rosalie A. Ecker, 85, of Oakdale, formerly of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully Aug. 22, 2023.

She was preceded in death by brothers Jim and Bud Marthaler.

She is survived by daughter Debra, nieces and nephews.

There will be private family services H-35-1B

Eugene M. Theisen

Rosalie A. Ecker

Date: July 26, 2023

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage:

1. Date of Mortgage: September 21, 2011

2. Mortgagors: Robert J. Lokensgard and Kathleen H. Lokensgard

3. Mortgagee: MetLife Home Loans, a Division of MetLife Bank, N.A.

4. Recording Information: Recorded on 09/30/2011, as Document Number A1351708, in the Office of the County Recorder (or Registrar of Titles) of Stearns County, Minnesota.

5. Assignments of Mortgage: Assigned to Nationstar Mortgage, D/B/A Champion Mortgage Company by written assignment recorded on 09/17/2012, as Document Number A1378967, and by written corrective assignment recorded on 01/08/2013, as Document Number A1388438, in the recording office stated in paragraph 4. Further assigned to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development by written assignment recorded on 05/29/2019, as Document Number A1544348, in the recording office stated in paragraph 4. Further assigned to US Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as owner

trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust by written assignment recorded on 02/07/2023, as Document Number A1648460, in the recording office stated in paragraph 4.

6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 82.48506.0000

7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: All that Certain lot numbered twenty one (21) in block numbered seven (7), in McClure and Whitneys addition to St. Cloud, Minnesota. Being the Same property conveyed to Robert J. Lokensgard and Kathleen H. Lokensgard by deed from Leland C. Menz and Phyllis H. Menz recorded 04/20/1960 in deed book 307 page 238

Tax ID# 82.48506.0000

8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 1028 16th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN 56301

9. The person holding the Mortgage: is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02 are: Fay Servicing, LLC and U.S. Bank Trust National Association, Not in its Individual Capacity but Solely as Owner Trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust, respectively.

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333

ASSUMED NAME: Kicker Gremlin Supply Company

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 21779 COUNTY

ROAD 7, SAINT AUGUSTA, MN 56301 USA.

NAMEHOLDER(S): Donald Meyer, LLC, 21779 COUNTY

ROAD 7, SAINT AUGUSTA, MN 56301 USA.

By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required,

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

DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 25, 2018

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE:

$184,900.00

MORTGAGOR(S): Sonny Massaquoi, a single man MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Mortgage Research Center, LLC dba Veterans United Home Loans, its successors and assigns

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING:

Recorded: May 2, 2018, Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1519484

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: And assigned to: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC

Dated: October 20, 2022

Recorded: October 20, 2022, Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1642976

Transaction Agent: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.

Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: 1003502-9101025414-1

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

DATE OF MORTGAGE: July

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE:

$191,369.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Drake Mudrow, a single man

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Broker Solutions, Inc. dba New American Funding, its successors and assigns DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING:

10. The name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 19 is: MetLife Home Loans, a Division of MetLife Bank, N.A.

11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied.

12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $165,000.00

13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the mortgage, is: $150,878.81

14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Stearns County, Minnesota, at public auction on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office, 807 Courthouse Square, St Cloud, MN 56303.

15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representative or assigns is 6 months after the date of the sale.

16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, singlefamily dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property

redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on 04/04/2024. 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.

Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: U.S. Bank Trust National Association, Not in its Individual Capacity but Solely as Owner Trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust

Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Daniel O. Barham, Barham & Maucere LLC, 7209 Haley Industrial Dr. Ste. 210, Nolensville, TN 37135 H-31-6B

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/ Donald Meyer 08/21/2023 H-34-2B

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Lender/Broker/Mortgage

Originator: Mortgage Research Center, LLC dba Veterans United Home Loans

Residential Mortgage Servicer: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Stearns Property Address: 920 Savanna Ave, Saint Cloud, MN 56303 Tax Parcel ID Number: 82.52629.0631 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 11, Block 8, Westwood Parkway, Stearns County, Minnesota AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $195,717.39 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: October 03, 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 April 3, 2024, or the next business day if April 3, 2024, 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

the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on February 1, 2024, or the next business day if February 1, 2024 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday.

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: August 10, 2023

MORTGAGEE: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300 File Number: 052143-F1 H-33-6B

Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300 File Number: 051936-F5

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,

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: June 12, 2023

MORTGAGEE: U.S. Bank National Association

Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A.

NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF MORTGAGE

FORECLOSURE SALE

The above referenced sale scheduled for August 1, 2023 at 10:00 AM has been postponed to August 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM in the Stearns County Sheriff`s office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota in said County and State.

DATED: July 26, 2023

MORTGAGEE: U.S. Bank National Association

NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF MORTGAGE

FORECLOSURE SALE

The above referenced sale scheduled for August 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM has been postponed to October 3, 2023 at 10:00 AM in the Stearns County Sheriff`s office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota in said County and State.

DATED: August 24, 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: 051936-F5 H-35-1B

ASSUMED NAME: BeeYou Wax & Skin

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IS: 508 MAIN ST S

STE S, SAUK CENTRE, MN 56378 United States.

NAMEHOLDER(S): BeeYou LLC, 22710 110TH ST, SAUK CENTRE, MN 56378 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.

333 City of Sauk Centre Notice of Public Hearing Interim Use Permit

/s/ Samantha Eagan 08/17/2023 H-34-2P

Notice is hereby given that the Sauk Centre Planning Commission acting as the Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, September, 12, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. or shortly thereafter as practical, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, to consider an Interim Use Permit, on behalf of Aaron J. & Nicole L. Vogt.

Property Location: 749 Lake Shore Drive, Sauk Centre, Minnesota 56378

Parcel Identification Number: 94.58249.0000

Legal Description: Lot 13 Block 4 of Country Club Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder for Stearns County, Minnesota.

An Interim Use Permit is sought to allow the operation of a Vacation Short Term Rental on a Residential Single Family zoned lot at 749 Lake Shore Drive.

Any persons having an interest in this matter will have the opportunity to be heard. Written comments will be accepted until the time of hearing. Materials related to this request can be reviewed within the Planning & Zoning Office of City Hall. /s/ Sarah Morton, City Planner/Zoning Administrator

Published in the Sauk Centre Herald on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

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Notice of Public Hearing

Stearns County, Board of Adjustment

Notice is hereby given that the Stearns County Board of Adjustment, in and for the County of Stearns, will conduct the following public hearings to consider variance applications:

A request from Brad and Kristie Kirckof, Sauk Centre, MN from Sections 5.1.2C. & 10.2.11A. of Stearns County Land Use and Zoning Ordinance #439, to replace and expand a nonconforming deck that is wholly in the shore impact zone, ahead of the established building line and less than 50 feet from the Ordinary High Water Level of Sauk Lake classified Recreational Development. Said ordinance does not allow additions or alterations to a nonconforming structure that is wholly in the shore impact zone, ahead of the building line and less than 50 feet from the Ordinary High Water Level of a lake classified Recreational Development. Affected Property: Lots 26 & 27 of Vogel’s Shady Point, Section 4, T126N, R34W, Sauk Centre Township. Property Address: 40839 Sauk Lake Road, Sauk Centre MN

When and where is the meeting?

Date and Time: Thursday, September 14, 2023 - 6:00 p.m.

Location: Stearns County Service Center, Room 1104 3301 County Road 138, Waite Park, MN 56387

How do I participate?

Public Testimony: If you would like to provide public testimony, you may do so by appearing at the above hearing, you are invited to do so by attending said hearing in person or by joining virtually. To participate virtually, please contact Jamie Lucas at Jamie.Lucas@stearnscountymn.gov or call 320-656-3613 by Noon on the Wednesday preceding the meeting date.

Written Testimony: You may submit written testimony by emailing Jamie.Lucas@stearnscountymn.gov by 3pm on the hearing date. Written testimony may also be mailed to the Stearns County Environmental Services Department, Service Center, 3301 County Road 138, Waite Park, MN 56387. Comments on this public hearing are not limited to those persons receiving copies of this notice. If you know of any interested person, who for any reason has not received a copy of this notice, it would be appreciated if you would inform them of this public hearing.

Where can I view the application?

Copies of the applications can be viewed approximately one week prior to the meeting at http://stearnscountymn.iqm2.com/ Citizens/Default.aspx. Action taken on this request will be available shortly after the meeting at the same website location. What if the meeting changes?

This meeting is subject to change. Please sign up for automatic updates for this meeting at http://stearnscountymn.iqm2.com/ Citizens/Default.aspx. Call the Department for assistance. Stearns County Board of Adjustment Barrier Free Status: This meeting will be accessible to the handicapped. Attempts will be made to accommodate any other individual need for special services. Please call (320) 656-3613 early so arrangements can be made.

Publish: August 31, 2023 – Sauk Centre Herald H-35-1B

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 322C.0704, NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that FORMEDON Development, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company is in the process of dissolving and winding up its affairs. A Statement of Dissolution has been filed with the Minnesota Secretary of State on August 22, 2023. Written claims against the company may be presented by a notice containing a de-

scription of the claim and the amount claimed, addressing the notice to FORMEDON Development, LLC c/o Jovanovich, Dege & Athman, P.A., 1010 W. St. Germain, Suite 420, St. Cloud, MN 56301. Any claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claims is commenced within five years after publication of this notice. Published in the Sauk Centre Herald on August 31, 2023. H-35-1B

ORDINANCE NO. 825 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAUK CENTRE

AUTHORIZING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE 824 AMENDING THE CITY CODE BY ADDING SECTION 133 ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE USE OF CANNABIS

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Date: August 18, 2023

YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT:

1. Default has occurred in the conditions of the Mortgage dated January 18,

2005, executed by Dayna

L. Hamacher and Jesse L. Hamacher, wife and husband, and Randy L. Hamacher and Lynn M. Hamacher, husband and wife, as Mortgagors, to Liberty Bank Minnesota, successor in interest to Liberty Savings Bank, fsb, as Mortgagee, and filed for record

February 9, 2005, as Document No. 1143028, in the Office of the County Recorder of Stearns County, Minnesota. The land described in the Mortgage is not registered land.

2. The Mortgage has not been assigned.

3. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $294,400.00.

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

5. 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.

6. At the date of this Notice the amount due on the Mortgage, and taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage is $209,627.30.

7. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the land located in Stearns County, Minnesota, described as follows:

See attached Exhibit ‘A’

That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, Section 14, Township 122, Range 28, Stearns County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of said Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 05 seconds East, assumed bearing, on the north line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter 698.11 feet; thence South 01 degrees 42 minutes 10 seconds West 505.00 feet to the point of beginning of land to be described; thence North 89 degrees 33 minutes 05 seconds East parallel with said north line 650.66 feet to the east line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter; thence South 00 degrees 58 minutes 24 seconds West on said east line 809.75 feet; thence South 89 degrees 52 minutes 21 seconds West parallel with South line of said Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter 500.00 feet; thence North 10 degrees 19 minutes

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF SAUK CENTRE TOWNSHIP

A public hearing is being held by the Sauk Centre Township Planning Commission on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 8:30pm at Magnifi Financial in Sauk Centre to consider a 10’ variance request to the east side property line made by Brad and Kristie Kirckof, parcel #34.23100.000. The purpose for the variance is to construct a deck. This property is located at 40839 Sauk Lake Road, Sauk Centre. All interested parties in opposition to or in support of are invited to attend.

Missy Schirmers, clerk H-35-1B

WAY BACK WHEN

100 years ago • Aug. 30, 1923

County fair features agricultural exhibit, senator-elect address

bey. St. Rose of Lima Parish began in 1898 with no more than 20 families and has increased to over 100 families today.

58 seconds West 768.12 feet to point of beginning. will be sold by the County Sheriff of Stearns County, Minnesota, at public auction on October 12, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Stearns County Sheriff’s Department, located at 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota.

8. To the best of Mortgagee’s information, the property being foreclosed has a property address of 17920 27th Avenue, Clearwater, Minnesota 55320, and has tax parcel identification number 09.05664.0010.

9. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagors or Mortgagors’ personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale.

10. The property must be vacated by 11:59 p.m. on April 12, 2024, provided the Mortgagors have not reinstated the Mortgage under Minnesota Statutes, Section 580.30 or redeemed the property under Minnesota Statutes, Section 580.23. If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the next business day at 11:59 p.m.

11. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGORS, THE MORTGAGORS’PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE LIBERTY BANK MINNESOTA, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO LIBERTY SAVINGS BANK, FSB

/s/ Benjamin B. Bohnsack (#0319399) Rinke Noonan Suite 300 US Bank Plaza 1015 W. St. Germain St. P.O. Box 1497 St. Cloud, MN 56302 (320) 251-6700 (320) 656-3500 fax

Our File No. 22118-0216 Bbohnsack@RinkeNoonan. com

Attorneys for Mortgagee H-34-6B

The annual Stearns County Fair opened auspiciously in Sauk Centre Tuesday with the best agricultural exhibit in many years. The livestock department did not have as many head as last year, but the quality was there, especially in the dairy cattle breeds. Every animal exhibited at the fair had to be a purebred animal and tested for tuberculin. Tuesday had satisfactory attendance, partly due to the address of senator-elect Magnus Johnson; in his introduction of Johnson, Dr. J.A. DuBois stated agriculturalists were against it, but it was proper for Minnesota to send an honest-to-goodness dirt farmer to the Senate.

50 years ago • Aug. 30, 1973 Millwood Township turns 100, St. Rose of Lima Parish turns 75 Sunday will be a big day for St. Rosa, the center of Millwood Township, as the township is observing its centennial and the parish of St. Rose of Lima marks its 75th anniversary. Millwood Township was organized in 1871 by citizens’ request to the Stearns County Board of commissioners; its principal industry is agriculture, its ethnic origin is mainly German and its religious preference is Catholic. The day’s festivities will begin with a memorial Mass in the parish cemetery, celebrated by the Rev. Alto Butkowski, a son of the parish, and the jubilee Mass will be celebrated by Abbot John Eidenschink of St. John’s Ab-

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

DATE OF MORTGAGE: April

3, 2020

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE:

$117,216.00

MORTGAGOR(S): Skyler Wilson, a single man MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Homeowners Financial Group USA, LLC, its successors and assigns

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING:

Recorded: April 23, 2020 Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1567293

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: And assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association

Dated: June 22, 2021

Recorded: June 23, 2021

Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1606655

Transaction Agent: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.

Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: 1003775-1300165394-3

Lender/Broker/Mortgage

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: August 8, 2014

Ben W Hampton, a married adult

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF SAUK CENTRE TOWNSHIP

A public hearing is being held by the Sauk Centre Township Planning Commission on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 8:45pm at Magnifi Financial in Sauk Centre to consider a 10’ variance request to the east side property line made by Jonathan and Shira Petron, parcel #34.23106.0000. The purpose for the variance is to construct a garage. This property is located at 40949 Sauk Lake Road, Sauk Centre. All interested parties in opposition to or in support of are invited to attend.

Missy Schirmers, clerk H-35-1B

City of Sauk Centre

Notice of Public Hearing Interim Use Permit

Notice is hereby given that the Sauk Centre Planning Commission acting as the Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, September, 12, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. or shortly thereafter as practical, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, to consider an Interim Use Permit, on behalf of Walter G. & Stacie

A. Michels

Property Location: 613 Lake Shore Drive, Sauk Centre, Minnesota 56378

Parcel Identification Number: 94.58263.0000

Legal Description: Lot 31 Block 4 of Country Club Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder for Stearns County, Minnesota.

An Interim Use Permit is sought to allow the operation of a Vacation Short Term Rental on a Residential Single Family zoned lot at 613 Lake Shore Drive.

Any persons having an interest in this matter will have the opportunity to be heard. Written comments will be accepted until the time of hearing. Materials related to this request can be reviewed within the Planning & Zoning Office of City Hall. /s/ Sarah Morton, City Planner/Zoning Administrator Published in the Sauk Centre Herald on Thursday, August 31, 2023.

H-35-1B

to: Guild Mortgage Company

Dated: August 8, 2014

Recorded: August 12, 2014 Stearns County Recorder

Document Number: A1426757 And corrected by: Corrective Assignment of Mortgage

Recorded: August 28, 2014

Document Number: A1427782 Transaction Agent: Not Applicable Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: Not Applicable

Lender/Broker/Mortgage

Originator: St. Cloud Federal

Date: August 18, 2023 YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT:

1. Default has occurred in the conditions of the Mortgage dated July 6, 2020, executed by Mark F. Heinen and Caitlyn Heinen, husband and wife, as Mortgagors, to Liberty Bank Minnesota, as Mortgagee, and filed for record July 13, 2020, as Document No. A1574138, in the Office of the County Recorder of Stearns County, Minnesota. The land described in the Mortgage is not registered land.

2. The Mortgage has not been assigned.

3. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $97,500.00.

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

5. 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

25 years ago • Sept. 1, 1998

Sauk Centre seeks state funds for library restoration

The Sauk Centre City Council, Bryant Library and the Sauk Centre Historical Society reached an understanding last week on how to best pursue a grant to the Minnesota State Historical Society’s grant committee. They hope to attain matching funds for the completion of the lower area of the Bryant Public Library for the restoration of artifacts, documents and other memorabilia. The grant of 50% matching funds needed for work on the final phase of restoration has been set at a tentative total figure of $132,000. The grant papers need to be submitted to the state agency by Sept. 4 for consideration.

10 years ago • Aug. 29, 2013

HFS replaces eMacs with iMacs

Ginny Thomas, technology coordinator for Holy Family School in Sauk Centre, is putting the final touches on the latest addition to the school’s computer lab: 20 new iMac computers, purchased by a private donation in 2012. Each unit has a 21.5inch monitor, a significant increase from the previous 15-inch older eMacs; while the old eMacs will continue to be useful for testing, the new iMacs are faster and more reliable, helping HFS keep pace in the fast-changing world of technology.

Public NOTICES

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Originator: Homeowners Financial Group USA, LLC

Residential Mortgage Servicer: U.S. Bank National Association COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Stearns Property Address: 908 9th Ave N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303 Tax Parcel ID Number: 82.48028.0000

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 4 Block 82 Lowry`s Addition to the City of St Cloud AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $119,338.24

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: September 26, 2023 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: County Sheriff`s office, Law

NOTICE

Credit Union Residential Mortgage Servicer: Guild Mortgage Company COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Stearns Property Address: 3119 10th St N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303 Tax Parcel ID Number: 82.49775.0000

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots Numbered Sixteen (16) and Seventeen (17) in Block Numbered Six (6) in Pan Park Place Second Addition to the City of St. Cloud, Stearns County, Minnesota AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $117,441.02

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: September 26, 2023 at 10:00 AM

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 March 26, 2024, or the next business day if March 26, 2024 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

FORECLOSURE SALE

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 March 26, 2024, or the next business day if March 26, 2024 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

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

applicable statutes.

6. At the date of this Notice the amount due on the Mortgage, and taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage is $82,998.66.

7. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the land located in Stearns County, Minnesota, described as follows: Lot Nine (9) and the South One-Half (South 1/2) of Lot Ten (10), Block Four (4) in the Townsite of Sartell, Stearns County, Minnesota will be sold by the County Sheriff of Stearns County, Minnesota, at public auction on October 12, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at the Stearns County Sheriff’s Department, located at 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minnesota.

8. To the best of Mortgagee’s information, the property being foreclosed has a property address of 400 1st Avenue N, Sartell, Minnesota 56377, and has tax parcel identification number 92.57141.0000.

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: August 1, 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-F2 H-32-6B

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: August 2, 2023

MORTGAGEE: Guild Mortgage Company LLC Wilford, Geske & Cook, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 7616 Currell Boulevard, Suite 200 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 209-3300 File Number: 053216-F1 H-32-6B

9. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagors or Mortgagors’ personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale.

10. The property must be vacated by 11:59 p.m. on April 12, 2024, provided the Mortgagors have not reinstated the Mortgage under Minnesota Statutes, Section 580.30 or redeemed the property under Minnesota Statutes, Section 580.23. If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the next business day at 11:59 p.m.

11. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGORS, THE MORTGAGORS’ PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE

MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO

Class of 1957 reunites at the Bear Trap

Elrosa keeps rolling in state play

Saints win with two-run sixth

BY HERMAN LENSING STAFF WRITER

The Elrosa Saints punched in two runs in the sixth inning of their Class C Minnesota Amateur Baseball Tournament game with Minneota Aug. 26 at Optimist Park in Litchfield.

That was enough, just enough, for the Saints to win 2-0 and advance to the third weekend of state tournament play.

“We have sat this whole year on clutch hits,” said AJ Hadley, manager. “Early on we pressed and tried to get one in with our small ball. Then, we decided to scratch one in.”

Elrosa kept giving themselves opportunities to score and had a hit in every inning but the eighth. What they did not do was bunch their hits. Seven of the team’s 11 hits were by two players, Jackson Peter and Ashton Dingmann. Peter finished 4-for-5 and was stranded four times.

The Saints had chances to score in the second and third innings, when runners

Busy summer at the county

Greetings and welcome to the official end of summer. It seems like it was just Memorial Day yesterday, and now, we are looking at Labor Day.

It has been a busy one for me as your local county commissioner, keeping up with committee meetings and county board meetings. Along with most counties in Minnesota, Stearns County belongs to the Association of MN Counties.

ing against Minneota. There really was not a secret to his success during the game.

“Just staying ahead of the hitters and not getting behind early in the count, and Blaine Fischer was awesome back there (at catcher)” he said.

Fuchs kept Minneota batters off-stride and never gave up two hits in an inning, nor did he walk or hit a batter. He ended innings with strikeouts four times.

Will Van Beck dives back into first

I have been appointed to the National Association of Counties Agriculture and Food Safety Subcommittee to help guide federal farm policy on behalf of counties throughout the country. Commissioner Kevin Paap, from Blue Earth County, and I are the two commissioners from Minnesota on this subcommittee, and with the next Farm Bill being drafted, we are helping guide the discussion at the federal level. These subcommittee meetings are held mostly online with formal meetings held in February in Washington, DC, and in July at the annual NACo meeting, which moves locations throughout the country. Minnesota is in a unique position this year as the elected president of NACo is from Ramsey County. With the national president from Minnesota, it helps get issues that are important to our state brought to the forefront. We had a board meeting Aug. 22, which ended up being a long meeting with much discussion on issues such as the preliminary budget presentation, whether to allow the three area colleges to access county property records to look for discriminatory covenants along with waiving fees to record any covenants found, reviewing a new cannabis ordinance for the county, and approving a Request for Qualifications for the proposed jail/justice center.

The initial budget conversation from administration shows the need for a 2.49% levy increase for 2024. Without the increased county state aid from this past legislative session and the use of fund balances, the preliminary levy would’ve been between 6 and 7% for 2024. We hope to find more areas to cut and maybe get closer to a zero-levy increase for 2024.

Minneota Aug. 26 at

was the pitching of draftee Cole Fuchs. He pitched a complete game, recording 10 strikeouts and six hits. Only one Minneota runner reached second base.

Van Beck had reached base with a single. reached third base. The second-inning opportunity ended with infield pop-ups and a runner was thrown out at the plate in the third.

Dingmann slapped three hits, two being doubles. His sixth-inning double sent Derek Wiener to third base. Wiener then scored on Peyton Winter’s sacrifice fly. Dingmann reached third on a balk and scored on Andrew Weller’s single.

“Ashton Dingmann really came through for us today,” Hadley said. “It was fun to watch those two doubles.”

Something else that was fun to watch for Elrosa

“We faced him in regions and know the quality of pitcher he is,” Hadley said. “He gave up six hits but they were scattered.” Elrosa played good defense behind Fuchs, ending the game with a double play and committing only one error. Fuchs, who plays with the Cold Spring Rockies of the Central Valley League, was informed by Hadley Aug. 21 he would be start-

“He got ahead (of the count) early and executes a lot pitches,” Hadley said. “I don’t know if he has a splitter or what he had, but it was tough to handle.”

Besides Peter and Dingmann, Elrosa had singles from Kevin Kuefler, Gavin Kampsen and Will Van Beck.

The win sends Elrosa to the next round of the state tournament against Delano, the No. 1-ranked team in Class C. They face off at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, at Delano Municipal Ballpark in Delano. The Saints have not faced Delano before.

“They were in our tournament in 2016, but we didn’t face them,” Hadley said. “They are the real deal, but we’ll take our chances and the opportunity to play them.”

Young players make frustrating Twins team interesting

By all accounts, the Minnesota Twins are in a strong spot as the month of August draws to a close.

The team has been situated at the top spot in the AL Central for most of the season and they possess a 97% chance of making the playoffs. Along with that, their starting pitching continues to rank as one of the best units in baseball, a big boon come October.

However, the Twins have been met with a lukewarm reception by the MLB fan consensus, a product of unreliable, downright frustrating hitting. Minnesota leads the league with 1,368 Ks as a lineup, putting it on pace to shatter the single-season strikeout record set by the Cubs in 2021, and have received lackluster production from once-surefire hitters like Carlos Correa, Byron Buxton and even boom-or-bust power hitter Joey Gallo.

BY EVAN MICHEALSON Michealson’s Minutes

What keeps me watching the Twins amidst the swings and misses is the incredible success of the team’s young crop of future stars.

Minnesota boasts three rookie hitters contributing regular swings in the batting order: 2017 No. 1 overall pick Royce Lewis and left-handed hitters Edouard Julien and Matt Wallner. All of them rank in the top 10 in Twins rookie history when it comes to on-base plus slugging

plus (OPS+), a stat combining a player’s onbase percentage and slugging percentage and comparing it to the league average. Julien is fifth at 134, Lewis is sixth at 133 and Wallner is 10th at 126.

The young guys are also providing sparks when it matters. Royce Lewis hit grand slams in back-to-back games, while Wallner drilled a walk-off home run to help the Twins sweep the Diamondbacks Aug. 6.

Each of the rookies bring their own flair to the game. Lewis, as his draft position would suggest, is a jack of all trades, a hitter capable of hitting for both average and power while making a big impact in the field. Julien is a vision-driven batter in the same mold as Luis Arraez, rarely ever swinging at balls and using technique and plate awareness to get on base. Wallner is a prototypical power hitter who can turn a game around with one swing of the bat.

Whether or not these human highlight reels can continue their red-hot pace is a complete unknown given their lack of experience in the MLB season. However, regardless of how long this campaign lasts, each one of their at-bats are worth a watch.

On the resolution to allow college students through the Just Deeds Project to access public property records to look for discriminatory covenants, most of the county board felt it was not necessary to pass a resolution to allow access to the records when the records are already public documents. It would be up to each property owner to decide if they wanted to record the affidavit related to the discriminatory covenants. The fee for recording is $46 and the request was to waive the fee for anyone wishing to do so. It is a symbolic gesture, and each property owner has the right to either record it or not. It was stated these occurred from the late 1800s to around 1968. In 1948 the Supreme Court deemed them discriminatory; therefore, they cannot be enforced, and it seems there is no need to go through the process and waive the fee.

The county board approved a new cannabis ordinance stating where the use of cannabis is restricted, on and around county property, parks, etc. The county will update this periodically as the state creates the department that will oversee cannabis.

Lastly, we approved sending out a RFQ to select an architect and a construction manager to create an initial design and cost estimate for a jail/justice center. The purpose is to determine an approximate cost of a facility to bring this to the voters in November of 2024. The request to voters would be to use a local option sales tax of .375% to pay for the facility versus having just the county property taxpayers be the ones paying for it. More on this in the future.

I can be reached at steve.notch@stearnscountymn. gov or 320-836-2199.

Commissioner’s Corner by Steve Notch

PHOTO BY BEN SONNEK

The Sauk Centre High School Class of 1957 – Ruth Ann (Arens) Zastrow (front, from left), Barbara (Hedglin) Brake, Marianne (Weimerskirch) Walker, Susan Pangburn, Jeannine (Jones) Halvorson, Eleanor (Sykes) Peterson, Donna (Jacobsen) Hansmann, Matilda (Schmitz) Petermeier and Sylvester Schmitz; and (back, from left) Mike Felling, Ed Schurman, Rich Voller, Loren Tank and David Alex Peterson – reunite Aug. 24 at the Bear Trap in Sauk Centre. Not pictured is Alice (Jennissen) Sterling.

PHOTO BY HERMAN LENSING

to avoid being picked off by

Optimist Park in Litchfield.

Sauk Centre girls tennis continues competitive sets

Streeters drop conference dual, split home triangular

BY EVAN MICHEALSON | STAFF WRITER

While they have not always come out on the winning end of competitions, the Sauk Centre girls tennis team is gaining a wealth of experience against well-rounded opponents.

Against conference rival Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta/West Central Area, the Streeters hung tough, eventually falling by a score of 5-2 Aug. 29 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

“MACA/WCA is a very good team,” said Kristen Determan, head coach. “I was proud of my team’s performance. We were close in a couple of matches but were only able to pull out two wins.”

Abbie Masog was one of Sauk Centre’s victors. The senior controlled the court well in picking up a steady 6-2, 6-2 victory at No. 3 singles.

“Abbie played extremely well,” Determan said. “She was able to play pretty consistently and cut down on the number of unforced errors.”

Also grabbing a team point for Sauk Centre in the singles competition was fourth singles performer Samantha Gregory, who found herself battling in an extended third set for the third time in two weeks. Eventually, Gregory grinded out a 6-0, 1-6, 10-8 triumph.

“Samantha’s attitude is a huge part of her success,” Determan said. “She doesn’t get discouraged when she makes mistakes and she never gives up. Her patience and consistency have led her to come out with wins in three very close matches.”

Even in losses, the Streeters looked formidable. The third doubles team of Avery Rieland and Abigail Anderson-Nyhus narrowly failed to extend their match to a third set in a 2-6, 6-7 (4) loss, while first and second singles players Addy Hoffman and Michelle Straub each won at least one game.

“I am impressed by the composure of these senior captains at first and second singles,” Determan said. “They compete against tough opponents and walk away with a smile on their face knowing they tried their best.”

Still, the Streeters know they have to work to do, especially in vital moments where a match can swing in either direction.

“One thing our team could improve on is cutting down on unforced errors, especially in pressure situations like tiebreakers,” Determan said. “There were a few players or teams that won the first set easily and were unable to hold on and win the second set or thirdset tiebreaker.”

Sauk Centre will receive another solid opponent in the Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa Jaguars at 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1, at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

Singles: No. 1 Hoffman lost 1-6, 0-6, No. 2 Straub lost 4-6, 1-6, No. 3 Masog won 6-2, 6-2 and No. 4 Gregory won 6-0, 1-6, 10-8. Doubles: No. 1 Emma Klaphake/Lydia Peterson lost 2-6, 1-6, No. 2 Ava Friedrichs/Amber Groetsch lost 4-6, 1-6 and No. 3 Rieland/Anderson-Nyhus lost 2-6, 6-7 (4).

Sauk Centre 5, Yellow Medicine East 2

Over the past few seasons, Sauk Centre has found ways to win against Yellow Medicine East.

The most recent edition of the showdown was no different, with the Streeters sweeping the doubles matches in a 5-2 victory at their home triangular Aug. 24 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

Klaphake and Groetsch teamed up for a commanding 6-0, 6-0 win at first doubles, the team of Peterson and Ellen Rick dug deep to earn a 6-1, 7-5 triumph at No. 2 doubles and Friedrichs and Anderson-Nyhus looked composed in a 6-0, 6-1 victory at third doubles.

Hoffman represented Sauk Centre well at first singles, snagging a two-set win, while Gregory was the other winning Streeters singles player following a thrilling three-set battle.

Singles: No. 1 Hoffman won 6-2, 6-0, No. 2 Straub lost 4-6, 0-6, No. 3 Masog lost 6-3, 2-6, 7-10 and No. 4 Gregory won 3-6, 7-6, 10-6. Doubles: No. 1 Klaphake/Groetsch won 6-0, 6-0, No. 2 Peterson/Rick won 6-1, 7-5 and No. 3 Friedrichs/Anderson-Nyhus won 6-0, 6-1.  Park Rapids 6, Sauk Centre 1

Friedrichs found a win in her singles debut, but it was not enough for the Streeters to come away with a win in a 6-1 triangular loss to Park Rapids Aug. 24 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

Friedrichs showed remarkable poise in her fourth singles win, taking set one 6-4 and set two 6-3.

Peterson and Groetsch won their first set at second doubles but could not close out the Park Rapids combination of Kate Dravis and Rachel Ulvin a 6-2, 3-6, 2-10 loss.

Singles: No. 1 Straub lost 2-6, 0-6, No. 2 Masog lost 3-6, 3-6, No. 3 Gregory lost 0-6, 2-6 and No. 4 Friedrichs won 6-4, 6-3. Doubles: No. 1 Hoffman/ Klaphake lost 4-6, 6-7, No. 2 Peterson/Groetsch 6-2, 3-6, 2-10 and No. 3 Rick/Keely Klein lost 0-6, 1-6.

Putting their stamp down

Sauk Centre football displays confidence despite inexperience

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

Change can be found all across the Sauk Centre football team, front-to-back, sideline-to-sideline.

It is even reflected in the coaches’ room, where firstyear head coach Curtis Krump leads an energetic bunch ready to roll into the fall season.

“We’ve got a cast and crew that can run,” Krump said. “We’ve got athletes, and we’re going to get out and run. We’re going to put pressure on teams, offensively and defensively, with how we run and how we hunt.”

While Krump and his team operate under this mantra of getting after it on both sides of the ball, the 2023 Streeters cannot be defined quite that easily. That aforementioned aspect of change creates an immediate hurdle for Sauk Centre to overcome, as the team has been forced to replace 11 seniors who graduated in May – all of whom made an indescribable impact in guiding the Streeters to a Section 6AA championship and a state berth. That does not faze Krump, who was the team’s defensive coordinator last fall and feels he has the playmakers to fill those roles, even if it will take some time.

“It’s those guys working together and getting reps,” he said. “We’re green yet, and that’s what happens when you graduate a good class. I’m happy with what we’ve got and we’re going to keep growing.”

Like previous Streeter teams, this year’s collective will be a force on defense, even if it is not the largest. Physicality and technique will be important for a new-look

defensive unit that features the likes of defensive linemen Ethan Riley, Luke Fiedler, Tucker Kuhlmann and Troy Hansen; linebackers Damian Ahrens, Josh Hansen and Luke McCoy; and defensive backs Rykin Engle and Austin Helgeson.

“The whole D-line has been busting their tails and are what I believe to be the strength of this unit,” Krump said. “The linebackers, there’s speed there, there’s ability there. In the secondary, we have two new corners and the safeties, both of them have played. They’re really tuned in with what we’re doing.”

Losing a well-regarded, decorated quarterback and running back in Matthew Warring

and Eli Fletcher, respectively, is never easy, but Sauk Centre possesses hungry athletes ready to step in and take charge in junior quarterback Ahrens and senior running back Helgeson. Ahrens has a strong arm and brings mental toughness and athleticism to the position, while Helgeson is a fleet-footed, decisive runner. With a wide receiver corps led by senior Jay Neubert and an offensive line that includes key returners Riley, Fiedler and Troy Hansen, Sauk Centre’s offense presents a challenge to any defensive gameplan.

“We’re going to be different, and we’ve got to be different,” Krump said. “If you’re trying to do the same thing as everyone else, it’s going to be

easier to defend. I want people to have problems with us.”

As the Streeters prepare for their first game of the season against Holdingford Aug. 31, the entire squad is looking to wipe away any elements of caution or concern with the inexperience of the roster and put together a season completely unique from any other.

“I want the bar set high and let’s meet that thing,” Krump said. “Let’s lay the expectation, the standard, and let’s hit that thing. We’ve got a good group of kids here that have worked their tails off and want to put their legacy down. They don’t want to hear about last year; last year is over. These guys want to put their stamp on this team now.”

Sauk Centre earns third at Willmar Invite

Streeters receive contributions all across water

BY EVAN MICHEALSON | STAFF WRITER

The experience of swimming competitively against an opponent in an adjacent lane is difficult to replicate in a practice setting.

So, for the Sauk Centre Streeters, it would have been natural for rust and shaky swimming to overtake the team’s first appearance of the season, the Willmar Invite. But the Streeters hung tough against talented competition, emerging in third place out of six teams with a score of 402 Aug. 25 at Willmar High School in Willmar.

“I thought overall, we had some very good swims,” said James Schreiner, head coach. “My first impression was we’ve got a good place to start from and I’m excited to see what we’re going to do moving forward.”

Sauk Centre immediately got a sneak preview of Section 6A competitors in an action-packed 200-yard medley relay race. The grouping of Stella Schirmers, Brooke Bromenshenkel, Addison Bick and Carmen Loxtercamp strung strong splits together to earn third at 1 minute and 59.29 seconds behind only Tech and Melrose Area.

“We wanted to come out and have a good race and it was very competitive,” Schreiner said. “You can never control what other teams are going to do, but for us to go under that two-minute mark, I was just very encouraged.”

Headlining a bevy of bigtime individual performances was junior Pyper Vogt, who snagged third place in the 200 freestyle at 2:10.60 before finishing in the same spot in the 100 freestyle. This event was a change of pace for Vogt, but that did not matter; she put up an impressive sub-minute time of 59.23.

“For her to come out and sprint so well and be under a minute in the 100 was awesome,” Schreiner said. “We’re so happy with her. She’s been distance (swimming) for us, but we may have Pyper do some sprinting. Boy, she’ll give us options with the swims she had.”

Also bringing home a pair of third-place finishes individually was Bromenshenkel, who qualified for the Class A Minnesota State High School League Girls Swim and Dive Meet in two events last November. The sophomore

registered these electric swims in the 200 individual medley and 100 breaststroke with times of 2:28.26 and 1:14.20, respectively.

“Brooke has her sights set on the state meet,” Schreiner said. “We see that and know both Melrose and Tech are in our section this year. You can’t go top two and make it to state; you (might) have to qualify by time. It was great to see Brooke come out and compete the way she did.”

Sauk Centre’s top point-earning events came through relays. The 200 freestyle relay squad of Bromenshenkel, Maizie Jennissen, Vogt and Loxtercamp posted a crisp, clean time of 1:47.42, cementing themselves in second place.

“That is the exact same group we had on it last year, and they missed the state cut by two-tenths of a second last year,” Schreiner said. “They’ll be highly motivated to get that relay to state.”

The 400 freestyle relay combination of Olivia Marsh, Vogt, Jennissen and Stella Schirmers closed out the invitational on an energetic note, placing second at 3:59 on the dot.

Combined with top-four showings in the 100 butterfly and 100 backstroke from Schirmers, top-six races from Maizie Jennissen in the 200 freestyle and 500 freestyle and a fifth-place 100 freestyle

swim from Marsh, and Sauk Centre has a lot to be excited about.

“The girls did what they needed to do,” Schreiner said. “They raced and were competitive. If they do that every meet, they will get better.” Team results: 1. Melrose Area 662.5 points, 2. Tech 539, 3. Sauk Centre 402, 4. Willmar 364.5, 5. Morris/Minnewaska 183 and 6. Montevideo 174. 200MR: 3. Stella Schirmers, Bromenshenkel, Bick and Loxtercamp 1 minute and 59.29 seconds; 12. Sylvie Schirmers, Livia Jennissen, Aubree Randall and Abigail Eiden

2:21.25; 17. Baya Ahrens, Elizabeth Eiden, Kiera Bjork

Balance brings Streeters success

Sauk Centre volleyball wins first conference match

BY EVAN MICHEALSON | STAFF WRITER

With a two-match losing streak in hand, the Sauk Centre Streeters volleyball team ensured it would not extend to three on their home court.

All aspects of the game clicked into place for the Streeters, who earned a decisive 3-0 (25-19, 25-12, 25-19)

victory over the West Central Area Knights Aug. 29 at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

“The girls were fired up to play at home,” said Jim Klaphake, head coach. “It’s a short season. You get seven conference games at home and

there’s no guarantees after that. The girls went in businesslike and took care of business.”

Reigning West Central Conference MVP Mya Foslien and the Knights came in with initial momentum, jumping out to a 4-1 lead in the first set.

However, Sauk Centre immediately reasserted itself and took control of the set, going on a six-point run capped off by an ace serve from Cierra Kortan.

“They ran out on us a

little bit,” Coach Klaphake said. “We answered with some good serving and some great defense.”

Serving has long been a strength of Klaphake-coached Streeter squads, but that does not make a great serving night any less special. Sauk Centre committed only four service errors, with Maddy Schuster and Mackenzie Ritter putting forth 17-for-19 and 15-for-16

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PHOTO BY EVAN MICHEALSON

The Sauk Centre football senior class consists of Zach Klimek (front, from left), Christopher Polipnick, Jay Neubert, Landon Wolbeck, Luke Fiedler and Ethan Riley; (back, from left) Josh Hansen, Zander Kuhlmann, Tucker Kuhlmann, Austin Helgeson, Rykin Engle and Brady Kolstad. The Streeters are setting the bar high once more after making a state tournament run in 2022.

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Marsh, Vogt, Maizie Jennissen and Stella Schirmers

10. Gregory, Larson, Novak and Bick 4:31.30; 17. Arends, Ellery Anderson, Sylvie Schirmers and Barthel 5:00.27.

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ella Rose Friedrichs

Tyler and Brynn Friedrichs, of Melrose, are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Ella Rose Friedrichs, at 7:34 a.m., Aug. 14, 2023, at CentraCare-Melrose Hospital in Melrose.

She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 20.5 inches long.

Big brother Braxon welcomed her home.

Grandparents are Richard and Carla Van Heel, of Melrose; Nancy Stoermann, of Melrose; and Jeff Friedrichs, of Sauk Centre.

Great-grandparents are Marlene Reller, of Melrose;

Vivian Ella Kluempke

Brian and Beth Kluempke, of Melrose, are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Vivian Ella Kluempke, at 12:50 p.m., Aug. 7, 2023, at CentraCare-Melrose Hospital in Melrose.

She weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 21 inches long.

Big brother Ethan, 22 months, welcomed her home.

Grandparents are Judy Kluempke, of Melrose; and Bruce and Brenda Drager, of Wood Lake.

Lydia Katherine Schwieters

Nicholas Schwieters and Michelle Sauer, of Sartell, are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Lydia Katherine Schwieters, at 7:07 a.m., Aug. 25, 2023, at CentraCareMelrose Hospital in Melrose.

She weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 21 inches long.

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performances at the baseline and April Klaphake (11-for11), Kortan (9-for-9) and Raya Sebek going perfect at the serve.

Ella Rose Friedrichs Shirley Stoermann, of Melrose; and Nancy Friedrichs, of Sauk Centre.

Great-great-grandmother is Florence Tschida, of Grey Eagle.

“If you’re missing every other serve, it doesn’t matter how tough your serve is,” Coach Klaphake said. “You want to serve a high percentage. They all don’t have to be serving awesome every set, but if two or three of them step up, it will be a pretty good night.”

Sauk Centre eventually built a lead by as much as seven points, securing a 1-0 advantage on a well-placed kill by setter April Klaphake.

The Streeters maintained this energy in the second set, rarely being threatened by West Central Area in earning a 13-point set victory. Emily Peters, Ritter and Kortan all buried kills during a fivepoint run that made it 24-11, an example of Sauk Centre’s incredible offensive balancing act. Kortan led the team with 12 and 6-foot 3-inch hitter Tory Jennissen posted nine, but Brooke Rieland accumulated six of her own and Ritter and Isie Kolbo found three each.

Vivian Ella Kluempke

Great-grandparents are Marcella Hollermann, of Melrose; and Beverly Jeseritz, of Farwell.

“Tory and Cierra, they have the most experience, they’ve had a couple of years starting already,” Coach Klaphake said. “It was nice to see the other girls get an opportunity and step up and answer the ball. I thought they did a nice job of hitting it and keeping it in play.”

After falling behind 15-8 in the final set, the Knights gave some pushback and cut Sauk Centre’s lead to three, leading to a timeout from Coach Klaphake. With a chance to regroup, the Streeters returned to the court and ended the looming threat, as a nice touch hit by Rieland fell to the court floor for the 25th and final point for the hosts.

“Everybody was playing well,” Coach Klaphake said. “That was a credit to the girls

that were out there.” Sauk Centre will battle Montevideo Thursday, Aug. 31, at Sauk Centre High School in Sauk Centre.

S t r e e t e r Streeter SCOREBOARD

Volleyball

SC defeated West Central Area 3-0 (25-19, 25-12, 25-19)

SC JV defeated West Central Area 3-0 (25-10, 25-11, 15-9)

SC C squad defeated West Central Area 2-1 (25-7, 25-21, 10-15)

SC lost to Rocori 2-0 (21-25, 13-25) at Albany Earlybird Tournament

SC lost to Albany 2-0 (24-26, 21-25) at Albany Earlybird Tournament

SC defeated New London-Spicer 2-0 (25-10, 25-18) at Albany Earlybird Tournament

SC defeated Big Lake 2-0 (25-13, 25-15) at Albany Earlybird Tournament Girls Swim and Dive

SC finished third out of six teams with 402 points at the Willmar Invite Cross-Country

SC boys finished first out of eight teams with 41 points in Morris SC girls finished eighth out of nine teams with 160 points in Morris Girls Tennis

SC lost to Morris Area/Chokio-Alberta/West Central Area 5-2

SC defeated Yellow Medicine East 5-2

SC lost to Park Rapids 6-1

10 YEARS AGO

The Sauk Centre Streeters girls swim and dive team finished fourth at the Willmar Invite. Tiana Molitor snagged the runner-up spot in the 100-yard freestyle and 200 freestyle events.

Lynx National Golf Club

Monday Men’s Scramble League

August 28 | Championship Match Stueve, Engle, Lawinger defeated Barten, Kern, Nathe

Greystone

Monday Night League Final Results

August 28 | Playoffs

1st - Alderman, Beste, Kerfeld, Metcalf 2nd - Deschene, Rieland, Traeger, Deschene, Kleinschmidt 3rd - Uhlenkamp, Brower, Yarke, Reinardy, Hoeschen 4th - Traeger, Kranz, Gustafson, Braegelmann Pool Play Winners

Week 1 - Anderson, Anderson, Carbajal, Seiler, Wander, Anderson

Week 2 - Fuchs, Schaefer, Mayer, Beste, Lackmann

Week 3 - Oltman, Crider, Casper

Albany Earlybird Tournament

It was not a first-place finish, but the Streeters still showed toughness and strength in their season opener at the Albany Earlybird Tournament.

Centre went 2-2 in the annual showcase, navigating the first three rounds of pool play without a loss before

falling in the final pool stage to Albany and Rocori Aug. 25 at Blattner Energy Community Center in Albany.

“I played a bunch of girls; it’s early in the season and we’re figuring things out,” Coach Klaphake said. “It was a pretty good showing. It would have been nice to win the last two, but it is what it is.”

The Streeters kicked off their fall campaign in triumphant fashion, storming past Big Lake 2-0 (25-13, 25-15). After a one-round break in the action, Sauk Centre returned to the court and downed a strong New London-Spicer team in two sets, 25-10, 25-18, to advance to the first-place pool playoffs.

These rousing wins set up a thrilling Section 6AA matchup between the Streeters and the host Huskies, who found key points in clutch moments to win 2-0 (26-24, 25-21).

Sauk Centre’s introductory outing closed with a tough 2-0 (25-21, 25-13) defeat to Rocori, dropping the Streeters to third out of three teams in the first-place pool.

Lydia Katherine Schwieters