Thursday, January 16, 2014

Volume 98; Number 29

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Kneisl and Kircher will lead Todd Board in 2014

By Rin Porter At the first meeting of 2014, the four remaining commissioners of the Todd County Board chose Gary Kneisl to serve as chair, and Dave Kircher to serve as vice-chair for the year. The votes for each were unanimous. The commissioner seat in District One is vacant due to the resignation of Mark Blessing on Dec. 30. The county board will operate with four commissioners for the next four months. A special election will be held on May 19 to fill the District One seat. Two candidates - Barb Becker and Kevin Crider - have filed papers to run for election for this seat. In the meantime, the committee and liaison assignments that Blessing held had to be redistributed among the remaining commissioners at the Jan. 7 meeting. Most assignments already had two commissioners assigned one as primary and one as alternate and in those cases, the alternate member will attend the meetings until a new commissioner is elected. In the case of Todd-Wadena Community Corrections, Commissioner Kneisl volunteered to fill Blessings seat on the Executive Board. That decision had to be made immediately. At the meeting, Commissioner Randy Neumann brought up his concern over the current estimated $550,000 shortfall in the countys projected revenues for 2014. Neumann also voiced suspicions about accuracy of the countys financial reports prepared by the Auditor/Treasurers office, but did not specify what might be wrong with the reports. In addition, commissioners learned of the amount of the severance payout and health insurance costs for the 11 people who retired in December 2013. According to Human Resources Manager Karla Nalezny, the severance payout that includes vacation, sick time, comp time, and PERA/FICA will be $262,106.67. This payout will occur on Jan. 22. Neumann asked his fellow commissioners to consider which county budget lines would be used to make the payout. In addition, the 11 retirements will cost the county a considerable sum each year for the next three years to pay for the health insurance incentive: 2014: $91,518 (Actual) 2015: $95,807 (Estimated 5% increase) 2016: $90,796 (Estimated 5% increase, however, not all retirees are eligible for the full three years of insurance). Commissioners ended the health insurance retirement incentive on Dec. 31, 2013, because, they said, it would save the county money by allowing long-time employees to retire and new employees to be hired at lower salaries. In order to make that savings a reality, the county will have to hire the 11 replacement employees at salaries that total at least $90,000 less annually than their combined predecessors salaries. In other business, the board: --approved a one-day malt liquor license for Swanville Lions Club to hold the Long Lake Fishing Derby in Burtrum on Feb. 22. --set board meeting dates for the year to be the first and third Tuesdays of each month. --set HHS board meeting dates for the year to be the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Long Prairie welcomes Prescription Drug Drop Box

Prescription Drug Abuse is a growing problem across the United States and has recently become the leading cause of accidental death according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To help address this issue at a local level, Todd County Health and Human Services Long Prairie Police Department., and Citizens Against Drugs Coalition has partnered with the City of Long Prairie to install the counties first and only Prescription Drug Drop Box. The box, which is located in the main lobby of the Long Prairie City Hall, is open during regular business hours to the general public and allows for people to dispose of their unused or unwanted medication free of charge. Prescription drugs are the third most commonly abused drugs, behind alcohol and marijuana. The Long Prairie Police Department. and Todd County Health and Human Services want to try and get ahead of the prescription drug abuse problem by implementing this program. Police Chief Kevin Langer sid the inspiration for the drop off box came after the city and county collected hundreds of pounds of unused prescription drugs during the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in April of each year (last year, more than 340 pounds of medication was collected from take-back sites in Long Prairie, Staples, and Eagle Bend). While we have had great success with the take-back days, the drop box is a more user and environmentally friendly way to ensure that prescription drugs are being disposed of properly. The drop off box allows residents to easily dispose of their medications, preventing them from being flushed or thrown away and contaminating groundwater or from falling into the hands of children or others to be abused. The drop off box will be a significant addition to the ongoing efforts to fight substance abuse. Medications from Health Care facilities, Pharmacies and Veterinary Clinics along with syringes and sharps will not be accepted. If you have any question, please contact the Long Prairie Police Department at 320-732-2156.

Christ the King students visit local businesses

Todd County Board interviews two candidates for HHS Director

By Rin Porter At its Jan. 7 meeting, the Todd County Board of Commissioners interviewed two candidates for the position of Health and Human Services Director, made vacant by the retirement of Cheryl Schneider in December 2013. Cindy Marihart, Human Services Director for Mahnomen County from 1996 to 2012, and Jackie Och, currently employed as clinical services manager at Little Falls Medical Center, were questioned separately by Human Resources Manager Karla Nalezny during the board meeting. Each candidate was asked the same questions about her education and experience, as well as questions about her leadership style, approach to managing change, relationship with her current governing body at work, and how to handle difficult situations. Board members also asked questions of Marihart and Och during the one-hour interview session. The next step is for the countys personnel committee to meet, discuss the interviews and candidates, and make a recommendation to the county board. The recommendation may come as early as the next meeting, Jan. 21.

Several students from Christ the King School, Browerville, visited local businesses on Monday, January 13th. At each business the students learned what it takes to make a business run. Each of the students visiting the Browerville Blade received a Special Edition of the newspaper commemorating their visit.

WEEKLY WEATHER REPORT

Tue. Jan. 14 Snow Showers 15/-11 Wed. Jan. 15 Snow Showers 18/17 Thur. Jan. 16 Snow Showers 23/-6 Fri. Jan. 17 Partly Cloudy 19/3 Sat. Jan. 18 Mostly Sunny 18/8 Sun. Jan. 19 Mostly Sunny 22/16

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PEOPLE PAGE
Mayzelle Mandi and Reade Hanson, Staples, girl, Mayzelle Michele, 7 lbs 3 oz, January 8, 2014 Katie Bird, Staples, boy, Lucas Ryan, 7lbs 4 oz, January 8, 2014 Ashley Schultz and Kevin Kilpatrick, Brainerd, girl, Addison Rose, 7 lbs 13 oz, January 9, 2014 Nicole and Michael Sartori, Wadena, boy, Jetler Michael, 7 lbs 5 oz, January 10, 2014 drink fluids get medical care immediately. Tri-County Health Care officials are asking for full support of a change that restricts visitors who are 18 years or younger during the remaining influenza season. Tri-County Health Care officials support the Center for Disease Controls recommendations that if you are sick with flu or respiratory symptoms you should stay home until you are fever-free for 24 hours without the assistance of fever-reducing medications and your other symptoms are showing noticeable improvement. Tri-County Health Care staff is confident that people will realize that the small inconveniences they face from these preventative measures are far outweighed by the benefits they offer in preventing the spread of influenza to their friends, families and neighbors.

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Obituary

CentraCare Health - Long Prairie welcomes 1st baby born in 2014

Tri-County Health Care restricts visitors to immediate family over 18

With the onset of the flu season Tri-County Health Care is restricting hospital visitors to immediate family over the age of 18 and only if visitors are free of flu symptoms. Effective immediately, Tri-County Health Care officials are restricting visitors as an appropriate response to the heightened influenza activity occurring locally. Because influenza is an airborne virus that spreads by coughing and sneezing, it is important to limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them. It is important to know that adults are actively contagious one day before these symptoms are even noticeable and up to five days after they feel better. Although flu symptoms are felt throughout the body, patients with this years strain of flu are most often demonstrating symptoms of fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, chills and fatigue. If you have any of the classic flu symptoms, health officials are asking you to stay home, treat your fever, drink plenty of water and get ample rest. It is important that children and adults who have symptoms that continue to get worse, such as trouble breathing, bluish or gray skin color, severe or persistent vomiting, pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness or confusion, become lethargic or have an inability to

Margaret Louise Stoulil Funeral services celebrating the life of Margaret Louise Stoulil, 82, Albany, took place Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Father Cletus Connors OSB officiated and innichment took place in the parish mausoleum following the mass. Margaret died peacefully early Sunday morning, January 5, 2014, at Mother of Mercy nursing home with her family at her side. Margaret was born May 11, 1931 to Harry and Rose (Brugman) Matteson in Olivia, MN. She married J. Gordy Stoulil on August 23, 1950 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Olivia. After living in Olivia, the couple lived in North Hollywood CA, Belgrade MN, and Browerville before moving to Albany in 1969 where together they raised their four children. In her retirement Marge lived in Glendale, Arizona. She was an active member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Margaret is survived by her loving children Elizabeth Beth Stoulil, Los Angeles, CA; Mike (Marie Ruhme) Stoulil, Lakeville; Katy Turner, Fort Worth, TX; Matt Stoulil, Albany; eight grandchildren, one greatgrandchild; and her brother Dr. James (Vi) Matteson, Sun City, AZ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Rose Matteson, husband James Gordy Stoulil, and siblings Mary Ann Matteson, and Richard Matteson. Arrangements with MillerCarlin Funeral Home of Albany.

Looking Back
50 years ago - Jan. 16, 1964 New arrivals at St. Johns Hospital: Mr. and Mrs. Willard Dreher, Long Prairie, boy, Neal Paul, 7 lb. 1 1/2 oz., Jan. 6, 1964 Mr. and Mrs. Edward Polak, Browerville, boy, John Bryan, 7 lb. 11 oz., Jan. 9, 1964 Mr. and Mrs. Glen Thompson, Clarissa, boy, 7 lb. 12 oz., Jan. 12, 1964 25 years ago - Jan. 19, 1989 About 200 people turned out for the new Browerville Clinic open house. Jack Dressen attended his first city council meeting as an offical member Jan. 12, 1989. Jerry Asmus was the Geography Bee winner at Christ the King School.

Santiago Mendoza Ayala arrived at 8:38 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8 to become the first baby born in 2014 at CentraCare Health Long Prairie. The 6 pound, 15.6 ounce baby was 18 inches long. Santiago is the third child born to Evangelina Ayala-Zamora and Jose Luis Mendoza of Long Prairie. Waiting for him to arrive home are big sisters Yarely Guadalvpe and Demaris. Jeziorski, Berneice Brichacek; Jan. 18: Joan Abrahamson, Angela Santer, Karen Mensen, Raymond Perish, Michaelle Carstensen; Jan. 19: Sue Wiersgalla, Amy Kotula, Jenny Aksamit; Jan. 20: Michelle Blair, Joe Drayna, Phyllis Bednarz; Jan. 21: Joann John, John Host, Lynn Loken Happy Anniversary this week to: Jan. 15: Clint and Grace Hegseth QCD Mathias F Breitback aka Math F Breitbach etux to Mathias F Breitbach and Alice O Breitbach as trustees of the Mathais F Breitbach Revocable Trust Agreement dated 5-5-00 12-30-13 pt GL 3 20-127-34 rec 1-2-14 QCD Mathias F Breitback aka Math F Breitbach etux to Mathias F Breitbach and Alice O Breitbach as trustees of the Alice O Breitbach Revocable Trust Agreement dated 5-5-00 12-30-13 Lot 1 Perkinsons Subd rec 1-2-14 DEED OF SALE Gregg A Heldt as personal representative of the Estate of Evah Ione Heldt aka Ione Heldt to Sonia M Hauer 12-26-13 pt Lot 6 Blk 1 Sarffs Park Add to Eagle Bend rec 1-2-14

Property Transfers
PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES DEED Dale O Sprick & Illa M Drenckhahn as personal representatives of the Estate of Zephyne J Zabel fka Zephyne J Sprick to Dale O Sprick etal 11-15-13 SW4SE4 15; E2NE4, SW4NE4, N2NW4NE4 22-129-35 rec 1-214

Milestones
Happy Birthday this week to: Jan. 15: Courtney Johnson, Jacalyn Becker, Teal Line; Jan. 16: Bryan Becker, Tim Becker, Pat Hoelscher, Bob Spandl; Jan. 17: Nancy Bednarz, Kenneth Jambor, Joan Kahlert, Roger

Marriage Licenses
Dominique A. Johnson-Miller, Sauk Centre, and Carolee Garcia, Sauk Centre

Births
Adrain and Bobby Freyholtz, Bertha, boy, Bentley Joseph, 8 lbs 8 oz, January 5, 2014 Brittney and Jeffrey Hauer, Clarissa, boy, Peyton Scott, 8 lbs 13 oz, January 7, 2014 Anne and Rob Freelove, Pillager, boy, Samuel John, 7 lbs 1 oz, January 7, 2014

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HAPPENINGS
Browerville Area Food Shelf Holiday Schedule
The Browerville Area Food Shelf will have an adjusted food distribution schedule for January 2014. It will be open Wednesday the 22nd and 29th. The hours of distribution will remain the same: 10:00 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 3:00.

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Browerville City Council meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7 pm in the Browerville City Hall Browerville AA and Al-Anon meet every Wednesday at 8 pm at the Todd County DAC Building

Preprinted tax forms not available at area libraries

Preprinted tax return forms will not be available at area libraries in 2014. The library is discontinuing the provision of preprinted tax forms due to difficulties in obtaining forms and instructions. The IRS has done a poor job of getting all of its information and all of the forms available in a timely manner, said Karen Pundsack, the librarys associate director for patron services. We want people to have a good experience at the library, but where tax forms are concerned, thats been taken out of our control because the arrival of the forms has been unpredictable. Library staff will provide assistance in locating helpful resources. However, we are not financial professionals and cannot offer tax advice or help in filling out tax forms, Pundsack said. Federal and state agencies are encouraging people to complete their tax returns online. Preprinted tax forms will be available from government revenue departments by request. The IRS toll-free number to request forms and publications is 1-800-8293676. The Minnesota Revenue tollfree number to request tax forms is 1-800-652-9094. Taxpayers continue to have the option of printing tax forms using library equipment. Great River Regional Library (GRRL) provides services at 32 locations in Central Minnesota. Each location has Internet stations and printers available to the public. Time limits make it impractical for taxpayers to file electronically using library computers. Instead, they can print the forms they need for $.10 per page. For more information contact the library at 320-650-2500.

By Rin Porter, District One Commission Member The Todd County Planning Commission held a public hearing on Jan. 9, 2014, at 7 PM at the Historic Courthouse in Long Prairie. Present were: commission members Jim Pratt, Mike Wiener, Lloyd Graves, Gene Irsfeld, and Rin Porter; staff members Galen Gruber and Linda Bleess; board liaison Commissioner Rod Erickson. Absent: SWCD liaison Dale Katterhagen. There were two items on the agenda. The results of the public hearing are presented below. 1. Mose and Laura Miller, application to rezone 40 acres of their property in Sec. 33 of Eagle Valley Township from R-10 to AF-2. The commission voted to recommend approval of the rezoning to the county board. Application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to operate a sawmill for custom sawing and to construct a 30 x 60 ft building for the operation. The commission voted to recommend approval of the CUP to the county board. 2. John and Laura Oyen, application for a CUP top combine two lots into one lot in Sec. 11 of Grey Eagle Township on Mound Lake, and create a Preliminary Plat for a one-lot subdivision to be named Oyens Subdivision. The commission voted to recommend approval of the CUP and platting change. The next meeting of the Todd County Planning Commission will be held on Feb. 6, 2014, at 7 PM at the Historic Courthouse in Long Prairie.

Upcoming programs at Long Prairie Library

Preschool Storytime Jan. 21 The Long Prairie Public Library is offering a Preschool Storytime series for children ages 3 to 6. The first is on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 11 to 11:45 a.m. Preschool Storytimes will also take place the third Tuesday of the Month February through May. Preregistration is required. Leather Bracelet Workshop Jan. 25 Teens and adults are invited to a Leather Bracelet Workshop at the Long Prairie Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 25, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Design and create a leather bracelet by hand using different techniques, styles and stampings for a one-of-a-kind piece. Aattendance limit is 12 and regis-

tration is required. For more information, please visit or call the library at 320-7322332.

Her Voice, Her Song

The Staples Area Womens Chorus (SAWC) will host a womens choral festival called Her Voice, Her Song on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at the Pillager High School. The main goal of this project is to bring women together to improve their vocal music performance skills in an inter-generational learning environment. There will be a concert for the public at 7:30 pm at the Pillager High School. Several of the visiting choirs including Concordias Bel Canto Womens Ensemble will be featured. A mass choir of over 300 voices will be performing.

Tickets are available at each of the participating schools; from Staples Area Womens Chorus members; Markus Hair Design, Motley; Nelsons Insurance Office, & Staples World, Staples. For more information contact Barb Cline at: [email protected]"[email protected] or 218-894-1253.

DNR Parks and Trails Division solicits park and trail grant applications
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Parks and Trails Division is accepting applications for the following grant programs: outdoor recreation, local trail connections, federal recreational trails and regional trails. These grant programs help local governments throughout

the state create partnerships with the DNR to fund recreation opportunities. The application due dates are Feb. 28 for the federal recreational trail grant program and March 31 for the other programs. It is anticipated that both federal and state funding will be available during 2014 for these programs. Program and application information is available on the DNR website at www.dnr.state.mn.us/grants/recr eation/index.html. For more information, contact the grants staff listed online, call the DNR Information Center at 651-2966157 or toll-free 888-646-6367 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.Information Center at 651296-6157 or toll-free 888-6466367 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Peggys Potpourri
Scientists tested vision in men with tight collars and ties and found significant improvement in these men's vision when they loosened their ties and unbuttoned their collars. One of the most successful astronomers, Milton Humason, was best known for measuring the speed at which stars are moving away from each other. He was never formally trained as an astronomer. He was a donkey driver who used to stop by the Mount Wilson observatory in California on his journeys. He was curious, and since the astronomers there realized he had a lively mind, they were happy to answer his questions. Eventually, they gave him a job. In 1949, Jack Wurm, an unemployed man was aimlessly walking on a California beach when he came across a bottle that had floated up to the beach containing this message: "To avoid confusion, I leave my entire estate to the lucky person who finds this bottle and to my attorney, Barry Cohen, share and share alike. Daisy Alexander, June 20, 1937." It was not a hoax. Mr. Wurm received over $6 million from the Alexander estate. A church steeple in Germany was struck by lightning and destroyed on April 18, 1599. The members of the church rebuilt it. It was hit by lightning three more times between then and 1783, and rebuilt again and again. Every time it was hit, the date was April 18. Winter is the season in which people try to keep the house as warm as it was in the summer, when they complained about the heat. ~Author Unknown

Layered Casserole
1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef 1 (8 oz.) container sour cream 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese 2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce 2 T. shredded Cheddar cheese 8 oz. fresh pasta 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 6 green onions, thinly sliced 1 T. white sugar

Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside. In a large pot of boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain well. In a greased 13x9 inch casserole dish layer the cooked and drained pasta noodles on the bottom. In a medium size bowl combine the sour cream, cream cheese, shredded Cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions. Spread mixture over cooked pasta in baking dish. In a small bowl combine the sugar, tomato sauce, and cooked ground beef. Layer this on top of the sour cream mixture in the baking dish. Sprinkle with additional shredded Cheddar cheese, if desired. Refrigerate casserole overnight. Remove from refrigerator one hour before baking. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 40 minutes. Allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving. If freezing casserole, allow to come to room temperature for one hour before baking.

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OPINIONS
you see him make a sudden turn, slip on the ice, and go flying with all four feet in the air. The resounding thud as Jake hit the ground got everyones attention. The other horses and I stopped and stared while Duke went back to check on his giant friend. Jake shook his head, jumped up, and took out after the dog again. It is all fun and games until someone gets squashed flat or breaks a hip. Duke and I went back to the house before anyone got seriously injured. Duke is an outside dog. He has a nice insulated strawfilled dog house, but my wife and I could not stand the thought of poor old Duke being outside in the bitterly cold weather. Duke has never been in the house. He has been in the garage a few times, but never for more than a few minutes. We were concerned about the dog, but we also had more than a few misgivings about his behavior. Is he housebroken? Would he eat the deep freezer during the night? Would he get bored and eat the shoes by the back door? These and other questions crossed our minds as we made his bed in the garage. Duke seemed to enjoy a soft bed in the heated garage. Outside, he may drag off and chew up logs meant for firewood and lift his leg on everything in sight. In his new home, he was the perfect gentleman. He did not get into things or mark his territory. He would even go to the door and wait patiently for someone to let him out when it was necessary to go outside and brave the elements. The only problem we had with the big Duke dog in the garage is he watched as we opened the door to go into the house. At times, when he feels we need to come to his garage, he will push down on the door latch, swing the door open, and wait for someone to come talk to him. Though we have survived the coldest weather in recent history, the wildlife, livestock, and people have not enjoyed it nearly as much as has Duke.

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Surviving the weather

Anyone living in the upper two-thirds of the country may have noticed we had a few cold days recently, mixed in with a bit of snow. It you didnt notice, you must not have gone outside for several days. Actual temperatures less than twenty below zero is more than annoying. When wind chills drop it to fifty below, it becomes dangerous. Since we had several days notice that it was By Walter Scott going to be miserable, we did have a chance to prepare. Fortunately, I didnt have as much to do as did many people. The weather people are wrong most of the time, but a person cannot bet they will be wrong all of the time. A quick trip through the pasture on Saturday afternoon told me where the shelter would be during the storm. Any deer I saw were bedded down on the south side of hills with trees nearby. Our horses were not out of feed but their bale of hay was quite exposed. I unrolled one bale on the south side of the nearest hill that had trees on the crest. I placed another in a bale ring nearby so they could eat at their leisure and bed down in fresh hay. While I worked at getting the horses comfortable, Duke, the Mastiff, followed the tractor around and harassed the horses, who were only mildly interested in what I might be doing. Jake, one of the Percheron horses, loves to chase Duke as much as Duke loves to chase him. Jake probably weighs a ton or more and stands just over six foot at the shoulder. He is a large impressive animal, especially when

Thanks to many individuals, organizations and volunteers

Winter has arrived with a vengeance! Browerville Area Food Shelf wishes to thank all participants of our holiday drive which helped immensely! During 2013 we helped 2,185 clients with 67,538 pounds of food. Special THANKS to our area schools, churches, local and out-of-town donors who came to our rescue once again. We are also grateful for the generosity of other organizations and business places who helped us throughout the year: Coborns Dans Prize, Cub Foods, Thorson Farms, Browerville, Clarissa, and Eagle Bend Lions Clubs, Thrivent for Lutherans, and the Dressen family. Our volunteers are a large part of our operation, so we cant thank them enough for their many dedicated hours of work. Browerville Area Food Shelf Florence Rickbeil, Ex. Director/Treasurer

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LEGAL NOTICES
stated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on August 20, 2014, or the next business day if August 20, 2014 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: December 27, 2013 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Assignee of Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter - 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy - 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Stephanie O. Nelson 0388918 Gary J. Evers - 0134764 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR
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Thursday, January 16, 2014

13-094116 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 19, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $33,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Frank J. Barthel and Cheri G. Barthel, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Washington Mutual Bank, FA LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON THE MORTGAGE: Washington Mutual Bank, FA SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed April 24, 2006, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 441490, Thereafter modified by LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT dated February 20, 2013 and recorded May 28, 2013 as document number 484566 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association; Dated: October 2, 2012 filed: October 18, 2012, recorded as document number 481029 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 1, Block 31, Tweed's Fourth Addition PROPERTY ADDRESS: 503 3Rd Ave Sw, Long Prairie, MN 56347 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 36.0061600 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $36,598.80 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: February 20, 2014, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not rein-

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

DATE: December 10, 2013 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: August 11, 2003 2. Mortgagor: Nancy E. Williams, a single person 3. Mortgagee: Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union 4. Recording Information: Recorded on August 18, 2003, as Document Number 420136, in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: The Mortgage was not assigned but Mortgagees name was changed and now is Central Minnesota Credit Union, by reason of conversion from federal to state charter. INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 21-0048500 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Lot One (1), Block One (1), Friendly Acres, Todd County, Minnesota. The property is abstract property. 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 20184 281st Avenue, Long Prairie, MN 56347.

OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage: [check one] is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are []. The transaction agents mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is []. is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are: Mortgagee originated and is the sole mortgage servicer (Mortgagee is Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union now known as Central Minnesota Credit Union, 20 Fourth Avenue SE, Melrose, MN 56352). 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is: n/a (not stated). INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $ 46,972.38. 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: Forty Thousand Five Hundred Twenty-six and 82/100 Dollars ($40,526.82). 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 Todd County, Minnesota, at public auction on February 20, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at the Todd County Sheriff s Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagors personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale. 16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family 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 August 20, 2014. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Mark F. Uphus Attorney at Law 310 Main St. E PO Box 158, Melrose, MN 56352 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Central Minnesota Credit Union 20 4th Ave SE., Melrose, MN 56352
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: Mortgagor: Dustin Wiechmann, a single man Mortgagee: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Dated: 12/05/2007 Recorded: 12/06/2007 Todd County Recorder Document No. 453391 Transaction Agent: N/A Transaction Agent Mortgage ID No: NA Lender or Broker: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Servicer: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Mortgage Originator: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the Northeast Quarter of Southeast Quarter (NE 1/4 SE 1/4), Section Twenty-one (21), Township One hundred Twenty-seven (127) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West of the 5th P.M., according to the U.S. Government Survey thereof, described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of the NE 1/4 SE 1/4, Section 21, Township 127, Range 32, then North along the East section line of Section 21, Township 127, Range 32 a distance of 466 feet, then West and parallel with the South line of the NE 1/4 SE 1/4 of Section 21 a distance of 466 feet, then South and parallel with the East section line of Section 21 a distance of 466 feet to the South line of the NE 1/4 SE 1/4 of Section 21, then East along South line of the NE 1/4 SE 1/4 of Section 21 a distance of 466 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Todd County, Minnesota. This is Abstract Property. TAX PARCEL NO.: 110032401 ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 11259 321st Avenue Grey Eagle, MN 56336 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $195,500.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $209,415.51 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no

action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: February 20, 2014, 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Main Lobby of Todd County Detention Center, City of Long Prairie to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys' fees allowed by law subject to redemption within 6 Months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: The date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under Minnesota Statutes section 580.30 or the property redeemed under Minnesota Statutes section 580.23 is August 20, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. 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. M O R T G A G O R ( S ) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: NONE 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: December 23, 2013 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee PETERSON, FRAM & BERGMAN, P.A. By: Michael T. Oberle, Ben I. Rust, Jonathan R. Cuskey, Michael V. Schleisman, Tracy J. Halliday Attorneys for: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee 55 East Fifth Street, Suite 800 St. Paul, MN 55101-1718 651-209-7599 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. 16309-13-01610-2
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T I G E R ST U D E N T N E W S
Tigers pick up eighth victory
By Coach Middendorf Browerville 67 Menahga 63 (2 OT) Browerville was led by Crystal Pearsons 30 points and 16 rebounds as they escaped with a victory over the Braves Tuesday night in Menahga. The orange and black struggled to shoot the ball all evening as they took a 7 point lead into halftime. That lead quickly evaporated in the beginning minutes of the second half as the determined Braves cashed in on a number of Tiger turnovers. Menahga took a 1 point lead in the closing seconds of regulation but Paige Callahan knocked down one of two free throws to help send the game to overtime. With less than one minute left in the extra frame and trailing by 2, Pearson knocked down one of two free throws to help push the contest to yet another overtime period. Both teams swapped free throws in the second overtime before Menahga hit a long three pointer to put the Braves up by 2. On the next possession, Pearson bailed out the Tigers once again with an even longer triple to give the orange and black a one point lead that they would never relinquish. Quinn Kircher scored five of her 13 points in overtime while Callahan and Kendra Buchta each chipped in eight points. Kale Knutson scored three points in limited action while Kate Kellen provided a much needed spark off the bench with five points. Katelyn Middendorf and Rakel Bryniarski each played very well off the bench for the Tigers who struggled with early foul trouble. Browerville 73 Swanville 50 Browerville controlled the game from start to finish as they picked up their eighth victory Friday night in Browerville. The Tigers hit 9 three pointers in the game highlighted by Kate Kellen who scored a season high 16 points including three triples. Quinn Kircher scored 12 of her game high 19 points in the first half including three from behind the arc. Crystal Pearson scored 12 points in limited action while Paige Callahan chipped in seven in a similar role. Kendra Buchta and Katelyn Middendorf each scored two buckets while Kale Knutson added a triple and finished with five points. Megan Carry and Candra Gould each added a lone basket to help aid in the Tiger offensive attack. Browerville 66 Osakis 76 (2 OT) The Tigers and Silverstreaks faced off in a classic Prairie Conference battle Saturday afternoon in Browerville and it was Osakis who prevailed in double overtime. Both teams played very well in the first half as the Tigers went into the halftime break with a 34-30 lead. The orange and black extended their lead to eight points midway through the second half but a 6 minute scoring drought allowed the disciplined Streaks to crawl back into the game. Crystal Pearson and Annalise Savageau exchanged baskets for a majority of the final minutes until Osakis took a three point lead with 20 seconds left. Quinn Kircher then responded with a step back three pointer to tie the game and force overtime. The Tigers struck first in overtime and built their lead to two points with a minute left. Browerville missed two key free throws which allowed Osakis to come down and score a nice high-low play. The Tigers worked the clock in the final seconds and got two quality shots off before the buzzer but neither were successful. In double overtime, Osakis relied on their high low game to score the first six points and eventually forced the Tigers to foul. The Silverstreaks hit all of six of their charity stripe attempts in the second overtime to help seal the win. Osakis shot 29 of 44 at the line while Browerville countered with a 16 of 23 performance. Pearson led all scorers with 33 points including 13 of 15 at the line. Kircher added 12 points while Kendra Buchta chipped in 5 points. Savageau finished with 23 points while senior classmate Madi Forsell added 21 points. Browerville 88 Bemidji 56 The Tigers dominated the Lumberjacks in the third place game at the Cloquet Holiday Tourney. Paige Callahan, Kendra Buchta, and Crystal Pearson all scored over 20 points in the contest as the orange and black controlled the game from start to finish. Quinn Kircher chipped in 9 points while Katelyn Middendorf and Kale Knutson each scored 6 points respectively. Browerville 58 Cloquet 67 Browerville cut an 8 point halftime deficit to two points with 4 minutes to go in the game but two turnovers on consecutive possessions followed by successful field goals from the Lumberjacks allowed Cloquet to pull out the win in the opening round of the Cloquet Holiday tourney. Browerville worked very hard on defense in the second half to get back into the game as their full court pressure created a couple of turnovers. The orange and black had a balanced scoring attack with four girls in double figures. Pearson led the team with 20 points while Kircher followed with 12. Callahan and Buchta each added 11 points to aid the Tiger scoring. Browerville hit a respectable 29 of 39 at the free throw line but missed 8 lay ups in the game. Browerville currently sits with an overall record of 8-2. The Tigers will travel to Royalton on Thursday and then will return home on Friday to face Henning. Tuesday, January 21st the orange and black will travel to West Central Area.

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Irsfeld and Johnson are 2014 Triple A Award winners

Abigail Irsfeld, daughter of Denis and Pam Irsfeld and Trent Johnson, son of Chris and Kristy Johnson have been selected as the recipients of the 2014 Browerville High School AAA award. Established in 1988, the Academics, Arts, and Athletics award (Triple A Award) is sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League. The award goes to one female and one male high school senior that have a B or better grade point average and who participates in League-sponsored athletics, fine arts activities, excel academically, and volunteer time in community sponsored activities. As Triple A winners from the Browerville High School, Abigail and Trent will compete against seniors from other Section 6A schools. The Section 6A female and male Triple A Award will be announced in March and the State Class A Triple A Award will be presented at the Minnesota State Basketball Tournaments in March 2014. Congratulations to Abigail and Trent on their selection as Triple A Award winners for the 2013-2014 school year.

4th & 5th grade Lady Tigers take second place in Verndale tournament on Saturday after a hard fought four overtime game.

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Tigers control the court

By Nels Nielsen The Browerville Tigers and Royalton Royals went at it last Thursday night in a Prairie Conference matchup. Browerville took control of this one early and handed the Royals their fourth conference loss in as many games. For the Tigers, the game got them back to .500 (2-2) in the conference and 6-3 overall. Thursday night was the only game last week for the Tigers, after Governor Dayton called off all schools Monday and St. Johns did not have school on Tuesday. Browerville jumped out to an early 10 to 2 lead using an aggressive defense that forced Royalton into 15 first half turnovers. The score was 24 to 12, Browerville, with nine minutes to go in the first half. The Royals would then only muster one basket the rest of the half, while the Tigers outscored them 16 to 2 for a 40 to 14 lead at the half. Bryce Irsfeld and Cody Hansmeyer scored 12 and 11 points respectively in the first half to lead the Tigers attack. Jordan Thielens 7 points, Trent Johnsons 6 points, and Grant Heids 2 points rounded out the first half scoring for the Tigers. The second half was much like that of the first half. Browerville continued to score points off of Royalton turnovers and eventually put the game into running time. The Tigers coasted this one out to a final score of 68 to 29. Irsfeld finished the night leading all scorers with 24 points and also had 5 assists. Thielen ended with 14 points and Hansmeyer put in 13 points. Johnson scored 6 points to go along with 8 assists and 5 rebounds. Rounding out the scoring was Brandon Host with 4, Trevor Johnson with 3, and Jackson Polak and Grant Heid with 2 points each. The Browerville Tigers will have a home game against Osakis on Tuesday, Jan. 14, and a game at Long Prairie on Friday, Jan. 17 this week.

Browerville Public School Lunch Menu

Mon. Jan. 20: NO SCHOOL Tue. Jan. 21: Chicken fajita, corn, peppers & onions, pineapple/peaches, milk Wed. Jan. 22: Pepperoni pizza, green beans/broccoli, pear slices/orange, milk Thur. Jan. 23: Hot ham & cheese, corn, mashed potatoes, peach slices/apple, milk Fri. Jan. 24: Taco boat, green beans, pineapple/pears, milk

Tiger Sports
Mon. Jan. 20: BBB hosts Parkers/EV, 6:00 Tue. Jan. 21: GBB @ WCA, 6:00; GH @ Park Rapids, 2:00; BH @ Northern Lakes, 5:00; JHGBB vs LPGE, 4:00 Thur. Jan. 23: BBB hosts Albany, 6:00 Fri. Jan. 24: WR hosts Tiger Dueals, 3:00; GH hosts Silver Bay, 7:00; BH @ Detroit Lakes, 5:15 Sat. Jan. 25: BBB & GBB @ BBE, 2:00

Wrestling
This past week the Browerville Tigers hosted the Prairie Valley Knighthawks and the West Central Area Knights in a double dual. Although the Tigers came out on the losing end of both duals it was their most complete effort to date and overall they wrestled well. In the opening dual of the evening Browerville lost to WCA 69-6, followed by a close loss to Prairie Valley 45-33. In the opening varsity match of the evening at 113 pounds state ranked Noah Becker went up against a tough opponent in WCAs Jake Nohre. Becker won a hard fought match 3-0. Jackson Wollenburg lost a last second decision 3-2 to Kyle Mickelson but wrestled well. Turnabout is fair play however, as Jake Gaida managed to secure a last second victory over Blake Amundsen 6-5. Damian Lange and Jamie Gaida both wrestled well in losses against West Central. The second dual of the evening was a tightly contested affair throughout. Browerville was able to tie things up at 21-21after 152 pounds where Nic Becker secured an exciting 16-13 win in a back and forth match ultimately decided by nearfall points earned in the last ten seconds. Prairie Valley was able to win four of the final six matches to determine the final score. Winning by fall at 220 pounds to pull the Tigers within six points at 39-33 was Bo Olson. The Tigers will be in action three times the week of the 13th. On Tuesday the 14th they will be in Long Prairie for a triangular with LPGE and Eden-Valley/Watkins. On Friday the 17th they will be in Osakis for a quadrangular and on Saturday the 18th they will be competing in the Prowler Invite in Thief River Falls.

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Thursday, January 16, 2014 IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: December 10, 2013 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP BY Lawrence P. Zielke - 152559 Diane F. Mach - 273788 Melissa L. B. Porter - 0337778 Randolph W. Dawdy - 2160X Ronald W. Spencer - 0104061 Stephanie O. Nelson 0388918 Gary J. Evers - 0134764 Attorneys for Mortgagee 12550 West Frontage Road, Ste. 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR
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ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 27, 2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $79,500.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Fabiola Botello Becerra a/k/a Fabiola Botello and Miguel Carrillo, Wife and Husband MORTGAGEE: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON THE MORTGAGE: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed May 3, 2006, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 441719 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 7, Block 13, Tweed's Fourth Addition to the Village of Long Prairie. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1202nd Ave SW, Long Prairie, MN 56347 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 36-0048800 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $74,885.22 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: January 30, 2014, 10:00am PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff's Main Office, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347 to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within 6 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property, if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23, is 11:59 p.m. on July 30, 2014, or the next business day if July 30, 2014 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. "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

Todd County Board of Commissioners Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on December 17, 2013
Call to Order The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 17th day of December, 2013 at 9:00 AM. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Neumann. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All members present except Commissioner Blessing was absent. Approval of Agenda On motion by Kneisl and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda with the following additions/changes: Add Tax Forfeited Land Sales Routine Business On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the December 3, 2013 Regular Board Minutes as read. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the November 26, 2013 Special Board Minutes as read. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the actions of HHS Committee Meeting held November 26, 2013 in accordance with the minutes on file in the Todd County Administration Office. On motion by Kircher and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants #36278 - #36384 in the amount of $93,848.07 for payment on December 20, 2013. On motion by Kircher and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the HHS Commissioner Warrants in the amount of $36,794.15.

On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the contract with Peters and Churchwell for Public Defender Services in Todd County for the year 2014. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: GAMBLING PERMIT FOR ST. MARYS MT. CARMEL CATHOLIC CHURCH WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for St. Marys Mt. Carmel Catholic Church through this resolution. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a one day, Gambling Permit for St. Marys Mt. Carmel Catholic Church to hold a raffle on January 25, 2014 at the Head of the Lakes Resort, located at 15080 Gardenia Dr., Osakis, MN 56360. On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: GAMBLING PERMIT FOR UNLIMITED PRAIRIE PARTNERS MIDWEST OUTDOORS WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for Unlimited Prairie Partners Midwest Outdoors through this resolution. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a one day, Gambling Permit for Unlimited Prairie Partners Midwest Outdoors to hold a raffle on March 1, 2014 at the Hub Supper Club, located at 60905 Co. Rd. 13, Burtrum, MN. On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve transfer of $299.56 from General to Road and Bridge to correct wt # 35957. On motion by Erickson and second by Kircher the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the lowest bid from Staples Office Supply for one (1) year effective January 2014 December 2014. On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson the following resolution was introduced and adopted by roll call vote: Kneisl, yes; Erickson, yes; Kircher, no; Neumann, yes. RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL FROM THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR THE SALE OF TAX FORFEITED LANDS WHEREAS, the County Board of Commissioners of the County of Todd, State of Minnesota, desires to offer for sale certain parcels of land that have forfeited to the State of Minnesota for nonpayment of taxes. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby requests approval from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for the sale of said lands. Sale list on file in the Auditor/Treasurer Office. Public Works On motion by Kircher and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve purchase of a 2014 Ford

F-150 Supercab from Midway Ford Company off of the State Bid in the amount of $24,730.27 tax and fees included. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the personnel action form requesting to hire Chad Butler to fill the vacant Heavy Equipment Operator Position. On motion by Erickson and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the personnel action form requesting to hire Adam Olson to fill the vacant Sign Technician/Heavy Equipment Operator Position. Planning & Zoning On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE TODD COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING ORDINANCE WHEREAS, Minnesota statues Chapter 394 authorized the adoption of official controls by the Board of County Commissioners. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby approves Section 9.20 Solar Energy Systems and Section 9.21 Commercial Communication Tower Facilities to the Todd County Planning & Zoning Ordinance as recommended to include definitions. Amendments to take effect on January 1, 2014. Sheriff s Department On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: 2013 FEDERAL BOATING SAFETY EQUIPMENT GRANT AMENDMENT EXTENDING DEADLINE WHEREAS, the Todd County Sheriff s Office applied for the 2013 Federal Boating Safety Equipment Grant. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve 2013 Federal Boating Safety Equipment Grant Amendment. Human Services On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve appointment of Denise Gaida as Interim County Auditor/Treasurer. Interim effective December 31, 2013. On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve appointment of Jeremy Clasemann as Interim Supervisor of the Solid Waste Transfer Station. Interim effective December 31, 2013. On motion by Erickson and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the hiring of LeeAnne Louden to fill the Generalist Floater Position, at Grade 16, Step 8. (present level) starting date immediately. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve with appreciation of 28 years of services, the Todd County Board of Commissioners accepts the retirement of Karen

Hudalla effective December 30, 2013. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To waive the 90 days waiting period and authorize to recruit, interview and recommend to hire a Full Time Social Worker to fill the vacancy due to a retirement. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To waive the waiting period of 90 day and severance payout time policy, and authorize Human Resources to begin recruitment, interviewing, and recommending to hire to fill the future vacancy for the Confidential Administrative Assistant position. On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve 1 FTE Payroll & Collections Support position and authorize Human Resources to recruit, interview, and recommend for hire. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve to recruit for the Todd County Extension Office Manager Position at .60 FTE. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the appointment of Emily Steinert as Interim HHS Director effective December 31, 2013 until employment start date of the next HHS Director. Salary at Grade 26 Step 6 $6493.07/mo plus fringe. Transfer Station /Solid Waste On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve purchase the WasteWorks Program (In association with PLMSWA). Financial Implications $4,300.00 per site plus cost for installation which has been budgeted in the last years. Commissioners Report On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve obtaining a dumpster to clean out the storage building and Incubator Building and to designate Pete Bleess to supervise this procedure. Discussion was held regarding the Government Center water damage. Employees need to log hours worked to clean for the insurance company. Shelving purchases for these items may be funded through the Legacy Fund. Erickson report the water damage estimate through Service Master will be available at the next meeting. Discussion was held regarding advertising for bids for the County Coroner. Currently the County has Anoka County as the County Coroner. After further discussion it was decided to look into this at a later date. Cheryl Schneider designated her duties on the Renovation Committee to Jena Peterson. Interim for the Sheriff and Assessor will be also brought to the next Commissioner Meeting.

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Thursday, January 16, 2014 A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AN OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER 2014 WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 375.12 require the annual letting of bids for publication of official proceedings of the County Board and similar statutes require the publication of delinquent tax lists, County Financial Statements, and local transportation project bid advertisements. RESOLVED, that the, Todd County Board of Commissioners accept the bid Staples World, with a bid of $9.30 per column inch to be the Official Newspaper for the year 2014 and; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Todd County website (www.co.todd.mn.us) be also designated as an official publication for all statutory requirements. On motion by Kircher and second by Erickson, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AN EXTRA PUBLICATION WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 375.12 require the annual letting of bids for publication of official proceedings of the County Board and similar statutes require the publication of delinquent tax lists, County Financial Statements, and local transportation project bid advertisements. RESOLVED, that the, Todd County Board of Commissioners accept the bid from Long Prairie Leader, with a bid of $7.30 per column inch to be the extra publication for the year 2014. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the December 17, 2013 Regular Board Minutes as read. On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the actions of HHS Committee Meeting held December 27, 2013 in accordance with the minutes on file in the Todd County Administration Office. On motion by Blessing and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants #36385 - #36515 in the amount of $131,633.63 for payment on December 30, 2013. On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve a one year On and Off 3.2 Malt Liquor License for Don and Daves store starting January 1, 2014. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve rollover of $100,330 from the 2013 budget to the 2014 budget for the Airport improvement project. On motion by Kneisl and second by Blessing the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE 2014 SOLID WASTE ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGET WHEREAS, the Todd County board of Commissioners are required to adopt an annual budget and certify it to the County Auditor. RESOLVED, the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the following as the 2014 Budget for the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund of the County of Todd, Minnesota and directs that it be forwarded to the County Auditor. Solid Waste 2014 Budget On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve purchase of T4 Bobcat in the amount of $19,533.30. On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following Human Resources On motion by Kneisl and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve to waive the 90 day hiring freeze and immediate recruitment of a full-time Deputy Auditor Treasurer at grade 16. On motion by Erickson and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by roll call vote: To approve appointment of Don Asmus as Interim County Sheriff effective December 31, 2013. Erickson, yes; Blessing, yes; Kircher, no; Kneisl, No; Neumann, yes. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by roll call vote: To approve appointment of Chris Odden as Interim County Assessor effective December 31, 2013. Kneisl, yes; Kircher, yes; Erickson, yes; Blessing, yes; Neumann, yes. Commissioners Report Commissioner Blessing thanked everyone for their support during his term as Commissioner. Erickson gave an update on the construction progress. Neumann discussed adding budget reports to the January 7, 2014 meeting. Post top 3 highest paid wages to the County website. Courts needs to swear in the County Sheriff and Auditor Treasurer today 12/30/2013. Adjourn On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the meeting was adjourned until January 7, 2014. Commissioner Warrants Vendor Name Amount CENTRA CARE HEALTH SYSTEMS LP 2,190.09 ECKMAAHS & ASSOCIATES, LLC 3,488.26 HILLYARD 2,344.40 KRIS ENGINEERING 9,568.67 MCMAHON COUNSELING & CONSULTATION 2,137.50 MORRIS ELECTRONICS 3,135.94 NORTH AMERICAN SALT 17,252.73 RURAL MN CEP INC 13,835.95 SHIRLEYS GAS & GROCERIES 2,494.79 SPANIER WELDING 36,000.00 TRI CITY PAVING INC 6,583.50 ZIEGLER INC 2,064.71 Payments less than 2000 30,537.09 Final Total 131,633.63 On a motion by Neumann and second by Erickson, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held December 30, 2013 were duly approved by a unanimous vote of the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on January 7, 2014. Witness my hand and seal Randy Neumann, County Board Chairperson Karen Busch, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
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Discussion that was held at the No Net Gain Meeting will also be discussed at the next Commissioner Meeting. Adjourn Commissioner Neumann adjourned the meeting until December 30, 2013. Commissioner Warrants Vendor Name Amount CENTRACARE HEALTH SERVICES 2,444.75 CHAMBERLAIN OIL COMPANY 2,599.89 DAN WELLE SOUTHTOWN INC 4,630.72 HILLYARD 2,145.00 LONG PRAIRIE MACHINERY CO INC 2,134.28 NORTH AMERICAN SALT 24,224.39 NORTHERN BUSINESS PRODUCTS 4,663.52 ROYAL TIRE 2,788.45 TODD CO MIS DEPT 6,306.00 WUTZKE/TIMOTHY AND LORA 2,050.00 ZARLING/LARRY 2,000.00 Payments less than 2000 37,861.07 Final Total 93,848.07 HHS Commissioner Warrants Vendor Name or # Amount #11919 Foster Care Provider $4,805.80 #1477 Foster Care Provider $3,206.10 #10981 Foster Care Provider $3,551.40 # 10746 Foster Care Provider $4,685.46 Payments less than 2000 $20,545.39 Final Total $36,794.15 On a motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held December 17, 2013 were duly approved by a unanimous vote of the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on December 30, 2013. Witness my hand and seal Randy Neumann, County Board Chairperson Karen Busch, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer

Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on December 30, 2013
Call to Order The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 30th day of December, 2013 at 9:00 AM. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Neumann. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All members present. Approval of Agenda On motion by Blessing and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda with the following additions/changes: Add Purchase Skid Loader Solid Waste Department Add Recognition: Mark Blessing Retirement Add Obtaining bids for Government Center Parking Lot Lights Routine Business On motion by Blessing and second by Kircher, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the appointment of Dr. Quinn Strobl as the Todd County Medical Examiner, effective January 1, 2014 thru December 31, 2014 following original contract approved in 2007. On motion by Kneisl and second by Blessing, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2014 COMMISSIONER COMPENSATION WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and Board members. RESOLVED, the Todd County Board of Commissioners authorizes to set their Salaries at $19,097.00 per Commissioner, with a $1,200 adjustment for the Board Chair, and establishes the County Board per diem to be set at $50.00, (one per diem per day). The mileage to be reimbursed for the use of personal vehicle for the year 2014 is the federal rate of fifty six cents (.56) per mile. On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: A RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2014 ELECTED OFFICIALS SALARIES WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members. RESOLVED, the Todd County Board of Commissioners affirms the agreements reached previously with the Elected County Auditor-Treasurer, County Recorder, and the County Sheriff, whom have been put on the pay scale and salaries will be set in accordance with the pay scale adopted for 2014. FURTHER RESOLVED, The County Attorney, who is currently not on the pay scale, will receive 1% cost of living adjustment for 2014.

motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve obtaining bids for lights in the Government Center Parking Lot. Public Works On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: MNDOT AGREEMENT 05159 TRUNK HIGHWAY #71 DETOUR WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) plans on conducting a reconstruction project on Trunk Highway #71 from the Harris Creek Bridge to the Drayer Creek Bridge in the summer of 2014. RESOLVED, that the Chairman of the Todd County Board of Commissioners and the Todd County Engineer are authorized to execute Agreement 05159 and any amendments to the Agreement. Sheriff s Department On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: 2014-2015 SNOWMOBILE SAFETY ENFORCEMENT GRANT WHEREAS, the Todd County Sheriff s Office has been awarded a Snowmobile Safety Enforcement Grant in the amount of $4,879.00 for the fiscal year of 2014 and $4,879.00 for the fiscal year of 2015. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Commissioners accept this grant and authorize the Todd County Sheriff s Office to implement and manage the grant. Recorders Office On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the updated 2014 Web Portal User Agreement. On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Recorders Office Escrow Request/Authorization Form.

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AROUND THE COUNTY

Traffic Citations
Todd County Sheriff Darrel A. Dukek, Staples, drive after revocation-$200.00, 90 days Steven A. Marty, Burtrum, DWI-$615.00, 365 days, stayed 335 days, 6 yr, supervised probation, 6 yr, chem. depend. eval, MADD impact panel, no alcohol Richard J. Messer, Melrose, theft-$385.00, 365 days, stayed 350 days, 2 yr, supervised probation, 2 yr, random testing Robin M. Montgomery, Bertha, no proof insurance-$285.00, probation, 6 mo. Long Prairie Police Nancy L. Anderson, Brainerd, pass at intersection-$140.00 Harold M. Loomis, Jr., Burtrum, open bottle-passenger-$190.00 Ismael Z. Ruiz, Long Prairie, drive after revocation-$290.00; windshield covered with frost$40.00 Staples Police Matthew R. Crist, St. Francis, flee officer on foot-$135.00, 30 days, stayed 30 days, 1 yr; theft-$85.00, 10 days, stayed 10 days, 1 yr Hannah D. Fritz, Brainerd, 44/35-$130.00 Gregory M. Horton, Staples, violate drivers permit-$140.00 Zachary A. Ludovissie, Staples, possess drug paraphernalia$140.00 Xavier A. Olsen, Staples, fail to yield-$140.00 Wayne L. Schleppenbach, Brainerd, 64/55-$130.00 DNR Gary S. Geise, Freeport, no license in possession-$115.00 Richard F. Puchalla, Jr., Little Falls, fish w/extra line-$140.00 Scott R. Schmiesing, Sauk Centre, possess marijuana-$140.00 MN State Patrol Wade A. Houg, Alexandria, 74/55-$150.00 William R. Williams, Sebeka, no insurance-$290.00 Stacy M. Davis, Mpls, 80/70$130.00 Joshua A. Estes, Isanti, open bottle-passenger-$185.00 Heather D. Feigum, Zimmerman, 80/70-$130.00 George J. Smith, unknown, 99/70-$385.00, 15 days

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Sheriffs Report
On January 3, at 5:16 pm, Roger Aspengren, Eagle Bend, reported that four custom chrome mag 5 spoke rims with all terrain tires were stolen from a Chevrolet truck at his farm implement sales lot south of Eagle Bend. The theft occurred between December 31 and January 3. The incident is under investigation. At approx. 2 pm, January 6, a two vehicle accident at the intersection of 400th St. and Norris Road was reported. Sara Trantina, driving a 1999 Jeep SUV on Norris Road, struck a 1997 Dodge Stratus, owned and driven by David Shoquist, rural Cushing. Shoquist drove through a yield sign on 400th St. and was hit by Trantina. Trantina and her passenger, Catherine Trantina, were taken by Staples Ambulance to Lakewood Health Hospital,. Shoquist, age 53, was pronounced dead at the scene. Motley Fire and Rescue assisted at the scene. Both vehicle were a total loss. Anyone with information concerning any of these cases is urged to call the Todd County Sheriffs Department at 320-7322157 or 1-800-794-5733.

ASK A TROOPER
This article will not be the typical question/answer session, as I have chosen to use this opportunity to talk about my recent experience of being involved in a crash. Last month, I responded to the report of a one-vehicle crash on Interstate 94 in central Minnesota. I arrived minutes after the crash occurred and found a single vehicle that ran off the left side of the road into the median and struck the cable median barrier. I parked my squad car completely off the main lanes of travel onto the left shoulder and activated my emergency lights. The road I had traveled on up to this point had been very slippery for the last five miles. Despite the blowing snow, visibility was good across the flat and open area. I returned to my squad car after checking on the driver. A few seconds after I got back into my squad car, I was struck from behind. The vehicle that had hit me had been traveling along at freeway speed, lost control, spun out and struck my squad car. That impact then sent my squad down into the median and slammed it up against the vehicle I was initially helping from the earlier crash. The only way I can describe what I felt at that moment was stunned; but, I knew I was good enough to move on and do what I needed to do. Due to the damage and where my squad car now sat, I had to exit through my drivers window. I then checked on the occupants from both vehicles. Everyone was alrightamazingly! Despite being hit and injured, I consider myself very lucky. I feel fortunate that I was able to go back to work immediately. Vehicles are replaceable, people are not. Unfortunately, these types of crashes happen far too often. On average, there are approximately 30 Minnesota State Patrol squad cars hit along the roadside each year, injuring numerous Troopers. The reason why I wanted to share my story was to help make more people aware. Its simple, move over and slow down. Here is what the law says: - When traveling on a road with two or more lanes, you must keep over one full lane away from stopped emergency vehicles with flashing lights activated ambulance, fire, law enforcement, maintenance and construction vehicles. - Reduce speed if you are unable to safely move over a lane. - Failing to take these actions endangers personnel who provide critical and life-saving services. Fines can exceed $100. I would like to add this: as a courtesy and when able, move over and slow down for any vehicle, bicyclist or pedestrian you see along the highway. By doing so, you not only will keep yourself and everyone else safer, you will contribute to reducing the number of unnecessary crashes on our roads. I also would like to add, PAY ATTENTION. Too many crashes continue to be caused by distracted drivers. When we start accepting responsibility and hold ourselves accountable for the actions and choices we make on every commute- no matter how short or long it may be only then will we make the true progress we need to reach the goal of Towards Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Trp. Jesse Grabow Minnesota State Patrol at 1000 Highway 10 West, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-2205. American Heart Association defines the four links in the chain of survival as early access to an effective 9-1-1 system, early CPR, early defibrillation and early advanced medical care. The award presentation will take place during a Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart kick-off event at Osakis Elementary School. Kirsten Wessel has been leading her students to raise funds for the American Heart Association for several years, not knowing how close to home the mission would hit. American Heart Association funded research and advocacy efforts led to the development of CPR and the placement of AEDs in public places. Who: Survivor Dan Wessel, Kirsten Wessel and Wayne Geary, American Heart Association youth market director, will present Heartsaver Hero awards. Heartsavers from softball game last Spring: Ryan Hanson, Long Prairie; Jay Stewart, Glenwood and Gary Bentz, Browerville. Students who called 911, got the nurse and the AED are: Courtny Walter, Ariel Chalmers and Brandon Giesler. They are students at Osakis High School. Nurse who performed CPR and used the AED: Angie Baker, Osakis. First responders who continued CPR are: Adam Trisco, Brandon Anderson, Brandon Spanswick, Jason Leonard and Erich Doehling. (all are from Osakis) When/Where: Friday, January 24 at Osakis Elementary School, 500 E 1st Ave, Osakis 12:45 PM Kick-off event, 1:30 PM award presentation Why: The American Heart Association works to save lives by encouraging everyone to have CPR and AED training. In recognition of rescuers who step in to use lifesaving skills like CPR in an emergency to save a life of a co-worker, family member, friend, neighbor or stranger the AHA presents the Heartsaver Hero Award. Currently, less than 12 percent of victims survive sudden cardiac arrest. Effective bystander CPR provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest can double or triple a victims chance of survival, but only 41 percent of cardiac arrest victims get CPR from a bystander. Last year Minnesota became one of the first few states in the country to pass a law requiring CPR training as a high school graduation requirement. The American Heart Association led the charge on this initiative.

Court Report
Court appearances are First Appearance, RU8 (second appearance), and Omnibus (third appearance) December 13: Barbara J. Herding, Long Prairie, was sentenced for fifth degree possession of a controlled substance. She was fined $500, sentenced to 20 days in jail, placed on supervised probation for five years, must complete a chemical dependency evaluation, abstain from alcohol, be subject to random testing and obtain and maintain employment. December 23: Trina A. Page, Champlin, was sentenced for fifth degree possession of marijuana. She was fined $100, sentenced to 20 days in jail, placed on supervised probation for five years, ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation, must abstain from alcohol, and be subject to random testing. Jeffrey L. Sherman, Randall, appeared for a probation violation hearing. An admit/deny hearing was scheduled for January 27. Justin R. Schmidt, Motley, pled guilty to B Card Violation and was fined $685, sentenced to 365 days, with 355 days stayed for two years and was placed on probation for two years. December 27: Steward E. Weekley, Staples, was sentenced for fifth degree possession of marijuana. He was fined $775, sentenced to 35 days in jail, placed on supervised probation for five years, ordered to complete a treatment program, abstain from alcohol, attend AA weekly, be subject to random testing, and obtain and maintain employment. December 30: Walter P. Hoppe, was sentenced for driving after cancellation. He was fined $210, sentenced to 365 days, with 312 days stayed for two years and placed on probation for two years. Jason H. Thompson, Hewitt, pled guilty to fifth degree marijuana possession at an omnibus hearing. Sentencing was set for March 3. Sherri L. Wolpert, Sebeka, was sentenced for third degree drug sales. She was fined $585, committed to the Commissioner of Corrections for 21 months, imposition of the sentence was stayed for 25 years and she was placed on supervised probation for 25 years and ordered to serve 92 days in jail. She must complete a treatment program, abstain from alcohol, be subject to random testing, and supply a DNA sample. Thomas R. Proell, Sauk Centre, pled guilty to driving after cancelation at an omnibus hearing. He was fined $590 and sentenced to 90 days, with 90 days stayed for one year. Kali A. Thorssen, Long Prairie, appeared for an omnibus hearing on charges of theft and receiving stolen property. A settlement conference was scheduled for February 3. January 2: Charles B.S. Riggs, Long Prairie, pled guilty to DWI and giving a false name to a police officer. He was fined $1095, sentenced to 365 days, with 268 days stayed for six years, placed on supervised probation for six years, ordered to complete a chemical dependency evaluation, attend a MADD impact panel, and abstain from alcohol. Cory M. Wilson, Staples, pled guilty to DWI and was fined $815, sentenced to 365 days, with 335 days stayed for six years, placed on supervised probation for six years, must complete a chemical dependency evaluation, abstain from alcohol, and attend a MADD impact panel. Fabian Perez, Motley, appeared for a review hearing. He was ordered to pay all fines. January 3: Patrick J. Neelan, Brainerd, appeared for an evidentiary hearing and admitted failure to pay restitution charges. He was ordered to make regular payments. All fines must be paid by 12/31/15. January 6: Elizer Rodriguez, Renville, pled guilty to fifth degree possession of marijuana. A presentence investigation was ordered and Rodriguez was placed in interim commitment for six months until sentenced. Jose C. Martinez, Minneapolis, appeared for an RU8 hearing on driving after cancellation charges. His next court date is January 27. Joseph D. Derosier, Sauk Rapids, pled guilty to fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle at a plea hearing. Sentencing was scheduled for March 3.

American Heart Association presents Heartsaver Hero Awards Osakis Elementary School, Friday Jan. 24
Dan Wessel is lucky to be alive. Last summer he suffered a cardiac arrest while umpiring a softball game. Three heroes sprang into action, calling 9-1-1 and performing CPR on Dan until paramedics arrived. He survived. Then just a few weeks ago while playing Santa at the school where his wife teaches, he suffered another cardiac arrest. This time students called 91-1 and the school nurse shocked him with the AED and performed CPR on him until help arrived. Dan now has an implantable pacemaker and along with his wife, Kirsten, a teacher at Osakis Elementary school and the American Heart Association, will present Heartsaver Hero Awards to the individuals who played such an important role in the chain of survival for cardiac arrest. The

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Thursday, January 16, 2014

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PARA-PROFESSIONAL POSITION OPENING

Todd County Employment Opportunities

Applicants must complete an official Todd County Application for Employment Submit to: Todd County Administration, 215 1st Avenue South, Suite 300, Long Prairie, MN 56347 or email to [email protected] Applications and job descriptions are available online at www.co.todd.mn.us Office Support Specialist-Health & Human Services .6 FTE Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. Must be Merit system qualified for this position. Position is grant funded for a minimum of 2 years. Application deadline 1/23/2014. MN Merit System Applications may be found online at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mnmeritsystem/default.cfm Todd County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Central Todd County Care Center in Clarissa has openings for evening shifts. Applicants must be 18 years of age and have a CNA Certification. CTCCC offers a wide variety of benefits and is an equal opportunity employer. You may apply in the Business Office or pick up an application after hours at the Nurses Station. Call 218-756-3636 or contact Amanda Rickbeil at [email protected]
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Freshwater Area Learning Center has an opening for a parttime, nine month paraprofessional position. Candidate must be paraprofessional qualified. Tasks include working with high school students in a classroom setting. The position is five days per week at the Long Prairie Area Leaning Center. If interested, send or email resume and letter of application to Jana Timm, Freshwater Education District, 1100 5th Street, NE, Staples, MN 56479, ( HYPERLINK "mailto:[email protected]"jtim [email protected] ), 320-732-6638, ext. 1069. Deadline: open until j9-16c filled.

CARD OF THANKS
We would like to thank everyone who sent memorials, cards, calls and sent flowers or just for being there. Especially to Dr. Paul VanGorp & all the nursing personnel. Thank you to Long Prairie Hospital and St. Cloud Hospital for their care. We deeply appreciate the deputies of Todd County and Browerville Ambulance for their services. For all Law Enforcement, Browerville Fire Department and Military honors on the day of the funeral. If we have missed anyone know weve never forgotten your thoughtfulness. God Bless each and everyone for your concern. God Bless you all. The family of Bob Mason
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Part time Custodial Posting Browerville Public School

The Browerville Public School has an opening for a custodian, 5 hours per day. The duties for the position include; general cleaning, vacuuming, gym setup, mowing, trimming and other duties as assigned. The position requires the ability to lift up to 65 lbs. and use ladders up to 10. Applications for the position are available in the main school office or on the Browerville Public School web site and are to be returned to the main office, this will remain open until filled. Applicants must pass a current Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Minnesota Predatory Offender Registry background check. Contact Walt Lucas, Head Custodian with questions at 320594-8125. The Browerville Public School is an equal opportunity employer
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INTER-CITY BOWLING WINS LOSS TEAM 27 9 PRO AG 26 10 BALLROOM 21 15 BASO 16 20 BENSON 11 25 BUSY B. 7 29 E B LUMBER HIGH MEN'S GAMES: BILL WARD 209, BILL BENSON 200, JEFF WARREN 195 LADIES HIGH GAME: JACKIE SCHULTZ 159 HIGH MEN'S SERIES: LARRY DICKINSON 553, AL WOIDA 541, VIC CARLSON 535

Browerville Alumni giving back

Land O Lakes repairs continue

A number of Browerville alumni shared their knowledge and expertise with the present students at Browerville Public School this past week. BHS graduates now working in the health field returned to their alma mater to discuss their chosen career. Eight presenters participated on Friday, January 10 and another six alumi and a retired teacher presented on Monday, January 13. The alumni discussed topics such as: coursework, job availability, starting salaries, and what their average day is like in that profession. Many pieces of excellent advice was shared with the students. These professionals each spoke for about 10-15 minutes with the 10th grade health class during the first hour and were

available to older students in the library for small discussion groups. The turn out was great and the impact on some of our students cannot be measured. We hope to make this available to our students again next year. If there are any other alumni willing to volunteer their time please contact Ms. Steffl at the high school or on social media. We will be pleased to include you. A huge thank you and shout out those to those who presented this year. The presenters and careers present were as follows: Amber Olson Hoelscher-RN Jennifer Frericks SchrevesEMT/Ambulance/Phone ER Kim Perlinger JohnsonR a d i o l o g y Tech/Mammographer Becky Werder Olson-

Recreational Director Rachel Johnson DreherInsurance Phone Asst., Lakewood Health Jenny Kellen BartelsSurgical Nurse Chelsey Konetzko OlanderNurse Practitioner Jeni Johnson-LPN-brain clinic Mike Iten-Mortician Ruth Bromeling-RNA/TMA Alzheimers Unit Barb Bromeling HayesCDM Hannah Bromeling-Head Cook Sheila Asmus-Physical Therapist Lorinda Asmus ZiganPhysicians Asst. Terry Boone-Health/Phy. Education

Jan 2014 City Counci, Land O Lakes donates to Browerville Fire Department
By Venus King All Browerville City Council members were present for the January 2014 council meeting. After the approval of the agenda, department reports were given. Angie Benning, Liquor Store manager, reported sales for December were fantastic and everything is going well. She has some ideas for Valentines Day and other events for the coming weeks. Public Works Chuck Buhl reported the new tractor is due in February. He stated the Hwy 71 project plans are about 90% complete. They will be ready to advertise for bids in April and plan to start work on June 6th. They are considering doing the Hwy 71 project in three phases. Fire Department Bill Buhl reported they will pick up the new slide unit at the end of the month. Council Members approved a pay increase for Fire Department officer. New wages will be: Fire Chief - $750/year, Assistant Fire Chief - $550/year, Lieutenant - $200/year, Training Officer - $200/year and Truck Maintenance personnel $450/year. Fire Chief Bill Buhl reported that Don Stender, Manager of the Land O' Lakes plant in Black River Falls, Wisconsin presented the Browerville Fire Department a check for $2,000 and said thank you for all the hard work the fire department had done at the Thanksgiving Day fire at the Browerville Land O Lakes plant. The civil portion of the contract with Brown & Krueger Law Office has increased by $625in 2014 due to the volume of cases. This increase will also include worthless check prosecution. Other designations and appointments for the year 2014 are as follows: Budget Committee council members Weishalla and Iten, City Administrator Lynn Fabro, Chuck Buhl, Bill Buhl and Jenny Aksamit.; Acting Mayor Mike Iten; Civil Defense Chuck Buhl; Weed Inspector Mike Aksamit and Lynn Fabro; Zoning Coordinator Lynn Fabro; City Administrator Lynn Fabro; Heath Officer Dr. Rene Eldidy; and City Attorney Joe Krueger of Brown & Krueger Law Firm. The official meeting time and place is 7:00 PM, the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Browerville City Hall. Official Newspaper is The Browerville Blade; Official Depository 4M/4M Plus Fund, AHNB, Dain Rauscher, MN National Bank and Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union. Mileage IRS rate, set annually. Lynn Fabro informed the council that the city of Browerville had received notice that the city's request for the low interest loan has been approved, pending the final application process. This request is made for the 2014 Hwy 71 project. She also reported that a Liquor Store Procedural Policy has been written for the purpose of clarifying the basic day to day operations for staff members. This has been reviewed by the staff at the Liquor Store and the City Administrator. Apparently during the installation of the electronic meter reader, the gas line at the Jagush Apartments was nicked, causing the odor of natural gas to intermittently be detected. Mr. Jagush explained the situation and what he had done to repair it very clearly in a letter asking for reimbursement for the cost of repairs. Lynn Fabro will turn this matter over to the citys insurance company. The meeting was adjourned.

Reinforcement work continues on the damaged Land O Lakes Plant in Browerville. The plant sustained heavy damage during an explosion and resulting fire on Thanksgiving Day.