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Thursday, December 12, 2013
Volume 98; Number 25

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A community newspaper serving Browerville, MN and surrounding areas. USPS 067-560

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More Todd County officials resign,
commissioners discuss special elections
By Rin Porter The list of Todd County officials who are resigning effective Dec. 30 has grown by three names. District One Commissioner Mark Blessing, County Assessor Chuck Pelzer, and Transfer Station Supervisor Lenny Doroff have all submitted their resignations. The board accepted the resignations with regret. At the Dec. 3 board meeting, commissioners discussed and agreed on procedures for filling the vacancies of county commissioner, sheriff, auditor/treasurer, and assessor: --Filings for a special election for county commissioner of District One will open Dec. 23 and close Jan. 3, with the special election to be held May 19. --Letters of interest for the positions of sheriff and auditor /treasurer are being accepted until Dec. 10. Commissioners will review the letters individually and make an appointment on Dec. 17 at the regular county board meeting. --The position of county assessor will be posted internally, and if no candidates apply, then it will be advertised externally. There are three years left on the four-year appointment. At the Dec. 3 meeting, commissioners voted to approve the 2014 county budget and county levy with no discussion. The 2014 budget is slightly smaller than the 2013 budget in expected revenues, and slightly larger in expected expenditures. The 2014 budget as approved included a deficit of $992,144. Also at the Dec. 3 meeting, commissioners voted to approve hiring two more social workers to fill Child Protection Services positions, as recommended by Minnesota Department of Human Services reviews of the county’s staffing both in 2006 and 2010. In other business, the board: --approved a gambling permit for the National Wild Turkey Federation (local club, the Struttin’ Black Beards) to hold a raffle on Feb. 1, 2014, at the Hub Supper Club in Burtrum.

Future of Land O’ Lakes Plant Still Unknown
By Rin Porter Nearly two weeks after the explosion on the roof of the Land O’ Lakes plant in B r o w erville on Thanksgiving afternoon, there is still no official word on the future of the plant. According to published reports, the explosion and fire heavily damaged the internal structure of the building and several pieces of rooftop equipment. The three employees who were working that afternoon were not injured. One Browerville Fire Department member was treated and released from CentraCare Hospital in Long Prairie. Other agencies who assisted with the fire were Staples, Clarissa, and Long

Accidents increase in winter months

Prairie Fire Departments. The plant customarily runs 24/7 making a whey product that is added to animal feed. About 20 people are employed at the plant. We contacted County Commissioner Dave Kircher, Browerville City Administrator Lynn Fabro, Todd County Economic Development A u t h o r i t y Director R i c k Utech, and an employee of the plant, but could obtain no information from them. Spokes-person Rebecca Lentz of the Land O’ Lakes corporate office in Arden Hills, Minnesota, sent us the following statement: “We are grateful no employees were injured and for the work of the firefighters. The incident is under investigation, and no cause has been determined. We have no further information to share at this time.”

Christ the King students present “Christmas Chaos!

Ice, blowing and drifting snow and cold temperatures can all attribute to an increase in motor vehicle accidents during the winter months. This roll over, which occurred on US Hwy. 71 near Browerville on Sunday afternoon is a prime example. The driver apparently hit a patch of “black ice” and lost control, rolling into the snow filled ditch and coming to a rest on it’s roof. It was not immediately known if there were any serious injuries associated with this accident. Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol offeres these suggestions on what to do if you are involved in a crash: By Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol Question: What should a person do if they are involved in a crash? Answer: This is a very good question and I must say that it depends on many factors in each circumstance. Each situation is different and the person involved must evaluate the incident and decide on the best course of action to minimize the risk they place themselves in. If it’s not an injury or serious crash it may be best to get your vehicle out of the lanes of traffic and to a safe location before exiting or exchanging information with the other driver involved. This may be dependent on the amount of traffic, highway conditions and/or location (curve, hill, blind spot, etc…). If your vehicle is disabled and you cannot get out of the lanes you must evaluate what is more dangerous, staying in the vehicle or leaving it and getting to a place of safety on foot. If you stay in your vehicle, put on your seatbelt. If for some reason you’ve lost sight or contact with the other motorist involved in the crash, report that as soon as possible to law enforcement to prevent issues of charges with a hit and run. If someone in the crash is injured or killed, the law requires that Continued on page 12.

The students of Christ the King started off the Christmas concert season with “Christmas Chaos” on Friday, December 6th. The Browerville High School will present their Christmas concert on Wednesday, December 11th with the elementary concert being presented on Thursday, December 12th. Additional photos inside.

WEEKLY WEATHER REPORT
Tue. Dec. 10 Partly Cloudy 4°/-19° Wed. Dec. 11 Mostly Sunny -5°/-16° Thur. Dec. 12 Mostly Cloudy 15°/5° Fri. Dec. 13 Mostly Cloudy 18°/2° Sat. Dec. 14 Flurries 12°/0° Sun. Dec. 15 Cloudy 15°/4°

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PEOPLE PAGE
Births
Sara Wettstein and Aarik Dreger, Long Prairie, boy, Logan Kyle, 9 lb. 8 oz., November 14, 2013 Rachel and Kyle Hukriede, Long Prairie, girl, Lily Morgan, 9 lb. 6 oz,m November 29, 2013 Jodi and Jeremy Reeck, Staples, boy, Connor Robert, 8 lbs 1 oz, November 30, 2013 Nicole Jasmer and Josh Carter, Motley, girl, Riley Rose, 5 lbs 9 oz, December 2, 2013 Samantha and Mark Aardahl, Cushing, boy, Jones Michael, 6 lbs 15 oz, December 2, 2013 Heidi and Tony DeWald, Baxter, girl, Harper Reed, 8 lbs 4 oz, December 3, 2013 Tina and Bryan Kavanaugh, Pillager, boy, Talon David, 8 lbs 4 oz, December 3, 2013 Nette and Mac Nelson, Wadena, girl, Darbee Lucile, 7 lbs 8 oz, December 6, 2013 ing years. Richard is survived by his wife, Irma of Long Prairie, a niece Frances M. Hart of Columbus, NE, and a nephew, Steven Brand of Houston, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Willis. Arrangements by Williams Dingmann Funeral Home, Long Prairie.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Obituaries

OPEN HOUSE 90th Birthday Party for Roberta “Bert” Busker December 15, 2013 1 - 4 pm
Browerville Community Center
Cards may be sent to: Lakewood Care Center 401 Prairie Ave. NE Staples, MN 56479
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Richard W. Brand, 93 Long Prairie, Minnesota Sept. 7, 1920 – Dec. 2, 2013 Funeral services were held Friday, December 6, 2013 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Long Prairie for Richard W. Brand, 93, of Long Prairie, who died Monday, December 2, 2013 at CentraCare Health SystemsLong Prairie. Rev. Noah Wehrspann officiated and burial was at Evergreen Cemetery, Browerville. Richard William Brand was born September 7, 1920, in Owatonna, Minnesota, the son of Hugo and Edna (Sackreiter) Brand. He attended public school for about six years. His father lost his job during the depression, so the family moved to a farm outside Owatonna, where he finished his elementary years at a country school. He attended Owatonna High School and graduated in 1938. It was the war years and he stayed on the farm with his father. They had moved to a more productive farm. Upon the death of his mother, he and his father quit farming. After the sale of his cattle, he decided to attend the University of Minnesota. With the sum of $1600 from his work on the farm, he had the courage to embark on this endeavor. Richard worked long hard weeks to reach his goal of graduation in 1949 with a B.S. degree in Economics, majoring in dairy production with a minor in journalism. His first job was in the Extension office in Houston County as a summer assistant. He moved to Carlton County in 1949. Here he met Irma, his future wife. They were married June 10, 1951 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Long Prairie. They moved to Todd County in 1952. He took a leave of absence in 1956 to return to the University of Minnesota to get his Master’s degree. He loved the work of the county agent and 4-H work, and returned to Long Prairie until his retirement in 1982. Richard and Irma enjoyed 12 years of travel to Texas for the winter months. With the onset of illness in the fall of 2010, he continued to have physical problems until his death. He loved to sing and served as soloist in church choirs and at weddings. Listening to anything from classical to Big Band music was so enjoyable to him. He never thought of golfing as a pastime on the farm, but it became one of his favorites in his work-

Cindy Stevens Benefit
Saturday, Dec. 14, 5 - 7:30 pm Clarissa Ballroom Spaghetti Supper (free will offering) Donations: American Heritage Bank c/o Cindy Stevens Benefit PO Box 211 Browerville, MN 56438
of complex carbohydrates and fiber, and also contains potassium, niacin, iron, vitamin C, folate, and cancer-fighting beta-carotene. It can be featured in an array of recipes, baked, boiled, microwaved, sauted, or steamed. Squash halves can be baked as a boat containing fillings such as vegetable and bread stuffing or fruit mixtures. Squash can also be added to enhance pasta and rice dishes, adding extra fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Kale, a member of the cabbage family, can be used as a stand-in for spinach or collard greens in many dishes. Bursting with nutrients, kale contains potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, calcium, and betacarotene. Kale also has two grams of filling protein in a serving. Look for dark-colored bunches of kale and avoid brown or yellow leaves. It makes a delicious addition to smoothies, soups, stir-fries, casseroles, or even simply sauted as a side dish. Clementines are a refreshingly sweet variety of mandarin orange often referred to as seedless tangerines. They are much easier to peel than other citrus fruits and are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, folic acid, and fiber. When picking out clementines, choose those that are slightly soft, blemish-free, strongly fragranced, and heavy for their size, meaning they’re full of juice. You can simply peel the skin and eat the fruit s segments or add them to salads. To enjoy the flavor all year long, make preserves or cook sauces that can be frozen. Sweet potatoes, often mistakenly advertised as yams, can be substituted for regular potatoes, not only to add variety to menus, but to provide a healthier option. Sweet potatoes have almost twice the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamin A, 42 percent of the RDA for vitamin C, and four times the RDA for beta-carotene compared to white potatoes. When eaten with the skin on, sweet potatoes have more fiber than oatmeal and carry a reasonable 130 to 160 calories. And sweet potatoes digest slowly, causing a gradual rise in blood sugar so people feel satisfied longer. When preparing sweet potatoes, replace the butter, marshmallow, and brown sugar with healthier choices such as nutmeg and walnuts or pineapple tidbits, for a different flavor. Slice a sweet potato into thin wedges, bake, and dust with cinnamon for French fries that are not deep-fried. Pomegranates are known for their bright, tart taste and pinkishred pulp and juice. They contain arils, which are full of nutritious juice surrounding a small white crunchy seed. You can eat the entire aril, containing fiber-rich seeds, or spit them out. One glass of pomegranate juice contains the same disease-fighting polyphenol content as four glasses of cranberry juice or 10 cups of green tea. They are an ideal source of potassium, vitamin C, and niacin. When buying a pomegranate, look for round, plump, and heavy fruit. The arils are tasty eaten raw or sprinkled over salads, oatmeal, yogurt, and fruit salad. Pomegranates can be messy to seed. To make seeding a clean job, score the rind of the fruit in quarters and soak in a dish of water for 15 minutes. Peel the rind and seed under water. Drain seeds, water, and pomegranate membrane in a colander. Keep seeds refrigerated in an airtight container. The juice is flavorful as a fresh drink on its own or as an addition to glazes, marinades, and dressings.

Looking Back
John Miller John Miller, 86, Clarissa, passed away December 1, 2013, at Lakewood Health System, Staples. Funeral services for John were held Thursday, December 5, 2013, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Clarissa, with Father Peter VanderWeyst officiating. John was born February 10, 1927, in Mankato, to Richard and Elnora (Chestling) Miller. He enlisted in the US Army in 1946 and was honorably discharged in 1947. He married Frances Sandberg in 1948; Frances passed away March 28, 1991. On July 10, 1992, John married JoAnn Reed. John lived on his farm for 62 years. He was a member of the American Legion in Bertha and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Clarissa. He enjoyed traveling, spending winters in Texas, working in his garage and making wood. John is survived by his children: Bob (Glenda) Sandberg, Washington, John (Debbie) Reed, St. Cloud, Lawrence (Clarice) Reed, Maple Grove, Randy (Jane) Reed, Long Prairie, Marvin Reed, Clarissa, and Leann (Dan) Hermann, Fargo, ND; siblings: Mark (Judy) Miller, Coeur d'Alene, ID, Luke (Dot) Miller, Mancos, CO; daughter-in-law Nancy Sandberg, Bertha; many grandchildren and great grandchildren . John was preceded in death by his parents; wife Frances, March 28, 1991; wife JoAnn, May 18, 2010, sister Esther Hochstatter; sons Duane Reed, Ray Sandberg, and Richard Sandberg; and granddaughter Lucy Kirscht. Arrangements by Iten Funeral Home, Browerville. 50 years ago - Dec. 12, 1963 Beginning late Sat. afternoon, December 7, 1963, snow began falling and by Monday morning about 7 inches of the white stuff had accumulated. Saturday evening and all day Dunday the weather was like an old fashioned blizzard, with traffic at a near stop. Monday the local schools were closed and digging out began. 25 years ago - Dec. 15, 1988 A public hearing was held Dec. 15 for Browerville residents to discuss the possiblilty of Staples staffing the Browerville Clinic. Dr. Brown will be leaving the area to be near family.

Milestones
Happy Birthday this week to: Dec. 11: Eric Beck, Alan Perish, Brian Tepley; Dec. 12: Leon Hoemberg, Joe Dirkes, Norm Host, Ron Twardowski, Paul Marte, Jr., Gavin Rasmussen; Dec. 13: Matt Mikel, Sharon Brever, Sarah Brown, Greg Cebulla, Paul Cebulla, Barb Zimmer; Dec. 14: Laurel Sharon; Dec. 15: Adeline Noska, Beulah Opelia; Dec. 16: Dwight Brooks, John Walburn, Jr., Ivan Cebulla, Krysta Betts, Joyce Ehnes, Marlene Tschida, Faith Couchey; Dec. 17: Linda Geisenhof, Terry Host, Samantha Twardowski, Chris Current; Happy Anniversary this week to: Dec. 11: Chuck and Adeline Noska; Dec. 13: Jerry and Lynn Loken

Brighten your winter menu with seasonal produce
This season, add zest and color to meals with nutritious options that are seasonally available. Variety is indeed the spice of life and has the power to keep healthy eaters on track. Consider the following fruits and vegetables to add dazzle to dinners in a healthy way, making it easier to avoid high-fat treats. Squash is available in several varieties, including butternut, sweet dumpling, acorn, spaghetti, banana, Hubbard, and buttercup. Surprisingly, the rich taste of winter squash contains only 80 calories per cup. Winter squash is a source

Marriage Licenses
Val Roberts, Kandiyohi, and Luann F. Rudningen, Kandiyohi

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HAPPENINGS
Browerville Area Food Shelf Holiday Schedule
The Browerville Area Food Shelf will have an adjusted food distribution schedule for December 2013 and January 2014. It will only be open December 11th, and 18th. In January 2014, it will be open the last four (4) Wednesdays: 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th. The hours of distribution will remain the same: 10:00 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 3:00. This adjustment allows the volunteers to have Christmas and New Years with family.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

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

Alternative Education Center (ALC) provides multi-district services
Bertha-Hewitt and Browerville school districts participate in area Alternative Learning Center (ALC) multi-school district programming along with 10 other area schools. Freshwater Education District (FED) is an education consortium (education district) located in rural Central Minnesota. FED has ten districts that are full member associates and three districts that are partial members. Among the several services that are provided by FED is the alternative education provided by the Area Learning Centers which includes Alternative High Schools, Middle Level and Targeted Services programs. The ALC provides education for high school age children at five very different campuses. Across the distance our ALC sites share the same mission, curriculum and even staff. We appreciate technology and fourwheel drive to keep the sites in constant communication. We also take advantage of our multiple sites to incorporate a variety of programming models which we consider a strength of Freshwater Education District ALCs. Students may attend a full time seat based program located in the town of Long Prairie, FEDs southern most ALC. An additional option at this program is evening school utilizing an Independent Study Model for credit recovery and a diploma program for students over the age of twenty-one. If a person travels thirty miles to the north, a student can attend school at the FED ALC site in Staples. This program echoes the programs that are available at the Long Prairie site. Students at this site have access to a variety of hands-on projects. Continue the drive and veer off sixteen miles to the east and a person will arrive in the small town of Pillager where FED offers another ALC site. This is an after school program where students can recover credits or be a full time student in an Independent Study Program. From Staples drive 40 additional miles to the north and you will come to Menahga where there is yet another FED ALC site. This program runs two evenings a week. Students can be a full time ALC student here or attend a credit recovery option. If you return 20 miles to the south, you will be able to stop off at our FED ALC site in Wadena. FED offers our Middle level program at this site. It is a five day a week, full

Best start to winter season since 2010
Anyone eager to get out crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling will find an abundance of opportunities at many Minnesota state parks and trails, thanks to this week’s heavy snowfall. "The recent heavy snowfall and the forecast for sustained cold temperatures offers prospects of substantial, enduring snow cover deep into the month," said Greg Spoden, state climatologist at the Department of Natural Resources. "It will be the best start to the winter recreation season since 2010." Staff from the DNR’s Parks and Trails Division and local clubs will be busy grooming trails in preparation for the upcoming weekend, but the DNR advises prospective park and trail visitors to check the website for trip planning tips before heading out to a winter recreation destination. Snow depth and trail conditions are updated every Thursday after 2 p.m. throughout the winter months at www.mndnr.gov/snow. Many Minnesota state parks rent snowshoes, and several rent cross-country skis. For rental locations and prices, check out the “winter activities guide” at www.mndnr.gov/winterguide. For a schedule of upcoming programs and special events at Minnesota state parks and trails, including the popular candlelight ski and snowshoe events, visit the online calendar at www.mndnr.gov/ptcalendar or pick up one of the new “Programs and Special Events” brochures at park offices. As always, the DNR urges outdoor enthusiasts to exercise caution around lakes and wetlands, because the early snow might act as a blanket over thin ice. Snowmobilers, in particular, should exercise caution and be alert to conditions. For more information, contact the DNR Information Center at [email protected], 651-2966157 or toll-free at 888-646-6367 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Complete snowmobile safety training now
Now that winter has arrived, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is encouraging snowmobilers to complete safety training. “If you waited until the snow arrived before taking snowmobile safety training you may be too late to enjoy the season,” said Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR enforcement education program coordinator. “Classes fill quickly, and no snowmobile safety certificate, no snowmobiling.” Plenty of safety training classes are available right now, he said. Minnesota residents born after Dec. 31, 1976, must complete a DNR snowmobile safety training course before they can legally ride a snowmobile anywhere in Minnesota, including private land. By taking a snowmobile safety course, Hammer said students learn about the machine, they learn about the laws, they learn safe operation, they learn the ethics of the sport and they learn how to avoid the most common causes of snowmobile accidents. DNR snowmobile safety courses can be completed by either attending a snowmobile safety training course from a DNR-certified instructor in a local community or by CD. To obtain the snowmobile safety training CD, or for general information, call 651-296-6157, 888-646-6367, 800-366-8917, or send email to [email protected]. More than 1,800 volunteer instructors teach DNR snowmobile safety courses across the state. For more information on the dates and locations of these courses, visit the DNR website: w w w. d n r. s t a t e . m n . u s (www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/vehicle/snowmobile/index.html) or call 800-366-8917.

Browerville AA and Al-Anon meet every Wednesday at 8 pm at the Todd County DAC Building

Facility renovation
Work is well under way on the Todd County Health and Human Services facility renovation project. The new link currently under construction will add a larger reception and waiting area, public restrooms and an elevator. The project is expected to be completed early in 2014. During this phase of the construction process, travel on Second Avenue outside the county offices in Long Prairie is discouraged due to the large equipment and numerous construction workers operating in the area. Visitors are advised to exercise extreme caution if travelling on Second Avenue. The public can continue to access Health and Human Services reception through the Third Street entrance on the east side of the Todd County complex. Thank you for your patience throughout this construction project. Happy Holidays from everyone at Todd County Health & Human Services.

Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give gift of life
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the exchange of gifts among family and friends. For many hospital patients, one gift on their wish list can’t be found at stores: a blood donation. Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Todd County Dec. 19, 12-6 p.m., American Legion Post 12, 714 Commerce Road,Long Prairie Douglas County Dec. 17 & 18, 12-6 p.m., Cornerstone Church, 202 Seventh Ave. East, Alexandria; Dec. 19, 1-7 p.m., Viking Plaza, 3015 Highway 29 South, Alexandria

day program where FED provides intervention for students from our member district schools between the age of 12-15 who will benefit from support in academics, study skills and behavior. The older students can attend one of two full days as a full time student or as a credit recovery student in an Independent Study Program. An on-line program is also an option at this site where a staff person assists students with organization and motivation to increase their success in online courses. Freshwater Area Learning Center’s mission at all of our sites is to provide a well-rounded educational foundation for students through nontraditional methods within a respectful, safe and secure environment. Our students have had to live more life than typical students their age. We recognize poverty, bullying, pregnancy and a mobile family structure among other circumstances as barriers to their education. Our students partake in classes that incorporate technology including computers, photography, electronics and engineering standards including the designing of a high-mileage car. We pride ourselves in building relationships with our students and the community. Our students volunteer at the local food shelves, humane societies and care centers. Freshwater Education District also coordinates and runs extended time programming in each of our member districts for K-8 students. These Targeted Service programs operate in conjunction with FED. The programs take place in the member districts’ buildings with their district teachers hired through Freshwater teaching in the programs They are all unique programs reflecting the needs of the students from each individual district. FED also reaches out to districts that are seeking an ALC to run their extended time programming. We provide intervention programs to over 2,500 students annually in our Targeted Services Program. Other districts jointly participating with Bertha-Hewitt and Browerville are: Eagle Valley, Henning, Long Prairie-Grey Eagle, Menahga, New York Mills, Pillager, Sebeka, Staples-Motley, Verndale and Wadena-Deer Creek. For more information about Freshwater Education District contact Jerry Nesland, Director at 218894-2439, Ext. 1001; Jana Timm, ALC Specialist at Ext. 1069 or Diane Gjerstad ALC Finance Assistant at Ext. 1013.

Peggy’s Potpourri
Christmas cookies date back to Medieval Europe. Dutch and German settlers first introduced cookie cutters to America. German gingerbread (lebkuchen) was the first cookie/cake associated with Christmas. Animal crackers began as edible ornaments. Nabisco introduced Animal Crackers to the American public in 1902 as a seasonal item and its brightly colored boxes were promoted as Christmas tree ornaments (that's what the string was for!) The Wellesley Cookie Exchange, a most famous American cookie exchange, began in 1971 as a way to relieve holiday stress and continues as of this writing. Before you sing, "Now bring us some figgy pudding," it might be helpful to know exactly what you are requesting. Figgy pudding is an English dish similar to bread pudding. Made from figs, bread crumbs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and milk, the pudding is baked, then topped with a scrumptious brandied hard sauce, custard icing, powdered sugar, or whipped cream. The dish was immortalized in the song We Wish You a Merry Christmas and was served by Mrs. Cratchit in the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. Bizochito is a small anise flavored sugar cookie or shortbread cookie, and is the official state cookie of New Mexico, traditionally served at Christmas.. “Christmas cookies and happy hearts, this is how the holiday starts.”........Unknown

These are my very most favorite Christmas cookies! It makes a small batch, but that’s good or I would eat so many I would be in a sugar coma!

Buttery Jam Tarts
2 1/2 c. flour 2/3 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. sugar 1 egg 2 T. milk 1 t. almond extract 1/4 t. baking soda 1/4 t. salt 1/2 c. jam or jelly preserves (I like plum the best) Heat oven to 350°. Combine all ingredients except preserves. Beat al low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed. Roll out dough on well floured surface, one-half at a time. Keep remaining dough refrigerated. Cut with round cookie cutter. Place half the cookies 2” apart on a greased cookie sheet. Place 1 t. preserves in center of each cookie. Make an X in center of remaining cookies. Place on top of cookies with preserves; press edges together with a fork. Bake 12 - 15 minutes.

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OPINIONS

Thursday, December 12, 2013

A minor threat
Everyone should have a watch dog or two. If a dog feels they are protecting the property and residents, they feel useful. We currently have two watch dogs, Duke, the Mastiff that is the outside watcher and Louie, the bulldog that is the backup watch dog that lives inside. Duke is the first line of defense from all attacks, both domestic and foreign. From his post, usually on the porch he surveys his domain and warns us of impending danger. His first line of defense is to bark. A person can tell how serious the perceived threat might be by his type of bark. Something minor is challenged by a “woof” followed a minute or two later by a second “woof.” This usually means there is only a minor threat, such as a deer in the garden, or a car passing by on the road. He has discovered deer present no real threat to anything important to him and he can’t catch them anyway. There is no point in getBy Walter Scott ting too excited. The second alarm is a series of deep barks, indicating someone has turned into the driveway and they may be armed and dangerous. This bark is also reserved for something trying to eat his food. The vicious, “I am going to kill” bark is used only under extreme circumstances such as when the UPS or mailman pull up to the house. He may resort to this loud and scary bark if we were being attacked by hoards of armed invaders, but up to this point, he feels the biggest threat is from people trying to deliver packages. Sunday night about midnight, Duke let out with a “woof.” Being in bed and asleep, I chose to ignore him. The second “woof” brought me more awake. Since he was not overly concerned, I went back to sleep, thinking whatever was annoying him would go away. I just got back to sleep for a minute or so when he let out with another “woof.” I tried waiting him out for almost a half hour before I jumped out of bed and stormed out onto the porch. It was dark outside. Not that it is not normally dark at night but it was overcast and hazy. A person could barely see their hand in front of their face. I peered into the darkness and saw nothing. Sternly and politely I told Duke to be quiet. All was well for a few hours. About four in the morning, we started all over again. complete with explaining to the dog the virtues of being quiet when his master is sleeping. There was not another sound until five A. M. when I heard a rather hesitant “woof.” I put my head under the pillow, knowing the large goofy dog understood he was pressing my limits and would quit. A couple more “woofs” just to make sure I was awake and I was ready to come unglued. That is when Louie, the backup watch dog, jumped in the middle of our bed and barked. Louie must have thought Duke needed help if he was willing to risk the return of my wrath so he could join the fight right behind Duke and me. I gave up, put on my pants, and went outside. It was still dark, very dark. As I stared into the darkness, I saw something large and even blacker than the night surrounding us. I could barely make out the silhouette of two black Percheron horses eating out of the bird feeder just off the porch. Sheepishly telling the dogs they had done a good job, I went back to bed. There is no point is chasing a black horse on a dark night, and Duke was right. They were only a minor threat.

Letter from the Country
Hi, ‘Tis the season--for runny noses, coughs, sinus headaches, and in Aaron’s case, a case of his cold settling in his eyes. Yes, you heard it right-the poor guy wasn’t miserable enough, but now he has to deal with his eyes burning, aching, and watering constantly. He has a Dr. appointment for this afternoon, so we all know how sick he must be to go to the Dr. Stacey is back at work, she was sick last week and missed a few day. So far, knock on wood, I am ok. We have our big family Christmas with my kids and grandkids this weekend, so hopefully I stay well. The plan is for the kids to put up and decorate the tree. Then a hayride (weather permitting) and when they come in freezing cold to have some hot chocolate and decorate (and eat) gingerbread men. The whole shebang will be followed by a potluck supper. I am looking forward to it all. For one thing, as I have gotten older I loathe putting up all the decor and the tree. It is just work for me--not fun. But the grandkids love to put up our tree and fancy the whole place up. Where ever they think the decorations should be is just where I want them. And the tree--anything goes. If the little ones have a few branches that are so loaded they can barely keep from dropping off the tree, so be it. It’s great. Now if I could just get them all back after New Years to pack it all away. So far that has been left up to Sonny and me. I find there are things we work together on just fine, and then there are things that cause a little friction. Putting plastic on the windows and taking down the Christmas decor are two of them. I don’t know why, but I do believe the blame falls mostly on me. But New Years I am just simply holidayed out--and last year I told him we should just throw a sheet over the tree and leave it up--but I’m happy to report that that didn’t happen. His good sense prevailed. We will be spending Christmas Eve with Sonny’s family. We will host a supper for all his kids and grandkids at our house, then we’ll all go go over to Andrew’s (a couple miles away) for gift opening and games. We of course will have snacks there for the evening. It just isn’t Christmas unless there is food available 24/7. New Years Day is already planned too. My grandson Justin will be home on leave from the Air Force, and we will have a family day at his parents home and get a chance to visit with him. He is stationed in Tucson, AZ, so he’ll get a chance to experience a MN winter for a few days. It will make AZ look very welcoming when he goes back I’m thinking. My sister-in-law, Nancy, Steve’s wife, was home visiting family for a few weeks and got in on the cold snap. They live in central TX, so it was good for her to experience some of our MN winter again too. Makes them appreciate their new homes more when they return. She left on Saturday, the 7th, the coldest day of all. So, those are my holiday plans with family. There is a Christmas program at church the 15th and a Christmas program at Bertha on the 12th. I of course will be taking those in as well. Mom plans to attend the church program, she has 11 great grandchildren performing in it. Hopefully our bitter cold is over for a while. It is always pleasant to have a warm up to 0° after the sub zero days. Our St. Bernards don’t mind the cold. They lay out in the snow rather than go into the barn or a shed. The border collie likes the snow too, but will seek shelter on the bitter nights. She is small, but the boss dog of the place. The St. Bernards don’t seem to realize they are so much bigger than she is that they could eat her in one bite if they wanted to, but they just submit to her bossing them around. She gets the first choice when eating or picking a place to lay. It’s kind of funny to see them together. Best go, enough rambling for now. Peggy

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LEGAL NOTICES
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 January 16, 2015. Dated: November 20, 2013 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-5 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, December 12, 2013

13-093302 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: March 1, 2005 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $165,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Lesa M. Wettstein and Scott J. Wettstein, wife and husband MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. MIN#: 100122200001481321 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON THE MORTGAGE: BNC Mortgage, Inc. SERVICER: America's Servicing Company DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed March 10, 2005, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 432902, Thereafter modified by LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT dated May 26, 2009 and recorded December 14, 2009 as document number 466017 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Series 2005-5; thereafter corrected to U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Structured Asset Investment Loan Trust, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-5 by CORRECTIVE ASSIGNMENT OF MORTGAGE. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The North Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 11 Township 129 North, Range 34 West PROPERTY ADDRESS: 21369 County Rd 86, Long Prairie, MN 56347 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 20.0011300 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $239,490.02 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; 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 16, 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 12 months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s) the personal representatives or assigns.

13-093647 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: February 25, 2008 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $83,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): John J. Barton, an unmarried man MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. MIN#: 1001310-2270433785-0 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON THE MORTGAGE: American Mortgage Network, Inc. SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Filed March 10, 2008, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 455954 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association; Dated: August 20, 2013 filed: September 3, 2013, recorded as document number A486071 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter ( SE 1/4 SE 1/4 SE 1/4) of Section 15, Township 129, Range 32, Todd County, Minnesota less that part thereof deeded to the State of Minnesota recorded as Document N. 239998 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 24041 325Th Ave, Long Prairie, MN 56347 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 04-0014501

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $77,815.04 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 9, 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 9, 2014. Dated: November 4, 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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13-093814 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: June 30, 2009 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $87,500.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Jonathon W. Deitering, as a single man and Tina M. Abrahamson, as a single woman 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 July 1, 2009, Todd County Recorder, as Document Number 463413 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 13, Block 6 in the Original Townsite of the Village of Browerville (now City), Except the South 85 feet thereof PROPERTY ADDRESS: 121 East 3Rd St, Browerville, MN 56438 PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 30-0014000 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $84,936.66 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 23, 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 23, 2014. "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: November 20, 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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Notice of Filing for Turtle Creek Township
Notice is hereby given the filings for elections of Turtle Creek Township offices will open on December 31, 2013 and cease at 5:00 p.m. January 14, 2014. Officers to be elected are: 1 Supervisor for a 3 year term 1 Clerk for a 2 year term Residents wishing to file for office may contact Turtle Creek Township Clerk. Roxanne Japp, Turtle Creek Township Clerk
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Todd County Board of Commissioners Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on November 19, 2013
Call to Order The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 19th day of November, 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 Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda with the following additions/changes: • Add – Gambling Permit – Sauk Valley Gobblers • Add – Set Meeting Dates for December • Add – 2013 Barbara O’Grady Excellence Leadership Award to Cheryl Schneider • Add – Construction Update – Contegrity Group Routine Business On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the November 5, 2013 Regular Board Minutes as read. On motion by Blessing and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants #36044 - #36140 in the amount of $70,293.58 for payment on November 22, 2013. On motion by Blessing and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Health & Human Service Warrants in the amount of $42,372.69. The Initiative Foundation was present and gave their Annual Report. On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the renewal of the annual contribution by allocating $5,250.00 to the Initiative Foundation for the year 2014. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following

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Tiger Basketball Girls Conquer the Verndale Pirates

Lady Tigers open with two wins
By Coach Middendorf Browerville 71 B-H 43 Sophomore Crystal Pearson scored 29 points and pulled down 17 rebounds to lead the Tigers past the Bears Thursday night in Bertha. Browerville won the battle of the boards in the second half and it proved to be the difference as they extended a 6 point halftime lead to 20 by the midway mark of the second half. Sophomore Paige Callahan grabbed 16 rebounds, 10 of which were in the second half to set the tone. Sophomore Kendra Buchta and freshman Quinn Kircher each chipped in 13 points to give the Tigers a balanced scoring attack. Sophomore Kale Knutson reached double figures with 10

points while Katelyn Middendorf added four free throws to aid the scoring attack. The Tigers made 21 of 27 free throw attempts including 13 of 14 in the second half. Browerville 76 Verndale 72 The Tiger’s opened the 2013-14 season with an exciting 76-72 victory over Section rival Verndale at the Browerville gymnasium Tuesday night. Freshman Quinn Kircher led the way for the Tigers with 38 points and 5 steals. Pearson and Buchta combined to score 25 points while Callahan and Knutson each contributed five points. Middendorf knocked down a triple to aid the orange and black attack as the team shot 17 of 38 at the free throw line. Browerville currently sits with an overall record of 2-0. The orange and black will be back in action next Friday night when they travel to Upsala for a Section 5A matchup with the Cardinals.

Browerville Public School Lunch Menu
Mon. Dec. 16: Chicken tenders, baked potato/sour cream, peas, pear slices/orange, milk Tue. Dec. 17: Chicken fajita/ fixings, corn, peppers & onions, pineapple/peach slices, milk Wed. Dec. 18: Hamburger gravy/creamed chicken, biscuit, green beans, mashed potatoes, grapes/pears, milk Thur. Dec. 19: Spaghetti/ sauce, lettuce, garlic bun, peach slices/pineapple, milk Fri. Dec. 20: Hamburger, FF/ketchup, baked beans/carrots, apple/orange, milk

Tiger Sports
Mon. Dec. 16: JHBBB hosts Osakis, 4:30 Tue. Dec. 17: BBB hosts Upsala, 6:00; GBB @ St. Johns, 6:00; GH @ Morris/Benson, 5:00; BH @ Redwood Valley Thur. Dec. 19: BBB @ St Johns Holiday Tourney, 6:30; GBB @ LPGE, 6:00; GH @ River Lakes, 5:30; BH @ Morris/Benson, 5:15 Fri. Dec. 20: BBB @ St Johns Holiday Tourney; BH @ St Cloud Cathedral, 5:25 Sat. Dec. 21: BBB @ St Johns Holiday Tourney

8th Grade Place First At Tournament

On Saturday, December 7 the 8th grade boys basketball team won the Prairie Conference Tournament. They played a tough team from West Central, Osakis and defeated Royalton in the championship game. Great job boys!! Members of the team are: Front: Tate Johnson, Colton Thieschafer, Brady Emery, Zak Irsfeld, Josh Jeziorski, John Schueller, Luke Iten Back: Jake Hillmer, Nate Petermeier, Harrison Christensen, Jordan Gorder, Griffin Webster, Tyler Kolles, Coach Brent Petermeier

CTK Students Present Tigers defeat Bulldogs “Christmas Chaos”

By James Lawrence The Browerville Tigers put up 50 second half points to overcome a 7 point half time deficit and defeated the Swanville Bulldogs in an exciting Prairie Conference win. Bryce Irsfeld led the Tigers with 36 points and 5 assists for the game, and opened the game up with one of his 6 three-point shots for the night. The Tigers would connect on three more from behind the arc for an early 12 to 6 lead. Midway through the first half, Swanville came back to take the lead at 18 to 14 behind a couple of three-point baskets by Tyler Evans. Browerville tied the score at 25 with 4:17 remaining. From that point, the Bulldogs outscored the Tigers 10 to 3 to take the lead into the locker room, 35 – 28. Some half time adjustments on defense, very good free throw shooting, and some big shots helped the Tigers overcome the seven point deficit and come out on top with a final score of 78 to 66. The two teams traded baskets to start the second half with Browerville unable to dig into the Swanville lead. With 13 minutes remaining, Swanville was leading 45 – 37. Browerville’s defense would then hold Swanville scoreless over the next four minutes, and after a Grant Heid basket, took the lead at 47 – 45. Jackson Polak followed with a 3-pointer to increase the lead to five points. The 13 – 0 run by the Tigers ended with Swanville’s Evans hitting from long range. That would be answered by another three point shot by Irsfeld. Swanville then tried to slow Irsfeld down with a box-and-one defense that resulted in another Tiger getting an open look as Cody Hansmeyer knocked down a 3-pointer. Browerville continued to increase their lead to as much as 15 points with just over three minutes to play. Then it became time to make free throws to close out the game. The Tigers responded by making 14 of 17 down the stretch. Coach Schueller had this to say about the game. “It feels good to come here and come away with a win. This is a tough team. I thought we got a lot of help from a lot of different players tonight. As well as Bryce played, we needed others to make a difference, and the team really responded.” Eight different Tigers scored with Irsfeld leading all scorers with 36 points. Jordan Thielen ended with 12 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals. Cody Hansmeyer scored 9 and Trent Johnson finished with 7 points, 4 assists and 2 steals. Next up for the Tigers is West Central Area in Barret on Thursday night for another Prairie Conference road game. The B-game was all Browerville as they also won.

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Results of Litchfiled invitational
The Browerville wrestling team got an early start Saturday as they headed to Litchfield for a Varsity/JV Individual tournament with a number of quality teams. It proved to be a difficult, but necessary, test. The Tigers came away with four top six finishers on the varsity side and one champion in the JV tournament, with a group of wrestlers earning their first victories at any level. At the varsity level Noah Becker was the highest placer with a second place finish. He won two challenging decisions on his way to the 113 pound final 6-0 over Logan Nelson of Litchfield and 3-2 over Brenan Holien of ACGC. In an exciting final Becker lost a 7-5 overtime decision to Sam Tibbets of Litchfield. Seniors Jake Gaida and Jackson Wollenburg placed sixth at 195 and 145 respectively. Both wrestlers picked up a single victory on their way to the podium and wrestled competitively against quality opponents in defeat. Rounding out the place winners for the Tigers was Austin Chyba who placed 5th at Heavyweight. On the JV level it was an opportunity to wrestle for the first time for many of the new Tiger wrestlers. Those wrestlers who competed were Nic Becker, Austin Twardowski, Russell Parteka, Eric Sticha, Bo Olson, James Gaida, Devin Lange, Tony Gosmire, Kellen Pulliam and John Statema. Bo Olson came away with two victories against no defeats and a championship for his efforts. Winning their first matches on the day were Austin Twardowski, James Gaida and Eric Sticha. The Tigers full squad will be in action next Saturday, December 7th in Litchfield at the Dragon Varsity/JV Invitational.

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Thursday, December 12, 2013 address: Same. Parcel #170041900 & 17-0038200. Verizon Wireless – Sarah Hill, Agent, 10801 Bush Lake Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438. (9.08 acres). Section 36, Twp 128, Range 34, Little Sauk Township and (1.83 acres) Beg at NE cor of SE4 NE4, S 992.89 ft, W 60.25 ft, N 992.48 ft to N Line, E to Beg, Section 35, Twp 128, Range 34, Little Sauk Township, Todd County. Granted as per application without change or conditions. On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Conditional Use application to create a one lot plat to be known as “Red Pine Acres Plat 2” consisting of 2.78 acres. Lot exceeds minimum requirements for area, side dimensions and road frontage. Lot abuts an existing public road – 233rd Ave. Private individual water well and sewer system proposed. Land is located in a Residential2 Zone. Property owners and Developers: Darrell Bacon and Eugene and Cathy Gergen. Red Pine Acres Plat 2 – Lot 1, Block 1, Section 18, Twp 128, Range 33, Round Prairie Township. Todd County. Approval of the Conditional Use Permit to create a subdivision with conditions: (1) this wording to be added to this parcel & any splits from this. No lot owner shall bring action of Law, against any farming operation because of such farming activities, as long as such farming activity complies with state, federal, EPA or Todd County Ordinances”. Soil, Water and Conservation On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: REQUEST FOR SPEED LIMIT STUDY ON COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY #12 FROM TRUNK HIGHWAY #28 IN SWANVILLE TO TRUNK HIGHWAY #287 IN LONG PRAIRIE WHEREAS, numerous Todd County residents have expressed concerns over the appropriateness of the posted 50 mile per hour speed limit on County State Aid Highway #12 from Trunk Highway #28 in Swanville to Trunk Highway #287 in Long Prairie. RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby request the Commissioner of Transportation to make the necessary investigation to determine the reasonable and safe speed limit, as provided in Section 169.14, Subdivision 5, of the Minnesota Statutes, on Todd County State Aid Highway #12 from Trunk Highway #28 in Swanville to Trunk Highway #287 in Long Prairie. On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve Cooperative Construction Agreements for SAP 077-599-063 and SAP 077599-062. (Agreements on file in the Administration Office.) On motion by Kneisl and second by Kircher, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: FINAL PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION - 2013 BITUMINOUS CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WHEREAS, the contract with Tri-City Paving, Inc. for the 2013 Bituminous Construction Contract known as SAP 077-609008, SAP 077-621-020, SAP 077624-019, SAP 077-623-005, SAP 077-623-010 and CP 77-313-01 located along various Todd County Highways, has in all things been completed. RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners does here accept said completed project for and in behalf of the County of Todd and authorize final payment as specified. On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: FINAL PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION - STAPLES OVERPASS PROJECT (SP 077-596002) WHEREAS, the contract with Mathiowetz Construction Company for the 2012 Staples Overpass Project known as SP 077-596-002 located in the City of Staples, has in all things been completed. RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners does hereby accept said completed project for and in behalf of the County of Todd and authorize final payment as specified. On motion by Kircher and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Budget Request Form for Local Levy Construction Projects in the amount of $21,239.00 to the budget year 2014. On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the Todd County Commissioners’ Meeting was recessed and went into Closed Session with Jason Kuboushek, Attorney from Iverson Reuvers Condon regarding the Todd County vs Central Specialties Case. Discussion was held regarding update on the current status litigation at the Court of Appeals. On motion Blessing and second by Kneisl, the Todd County Commissioners Meeting was resumed. Human Resources On motion by Blessing and second by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the position and authorize Human Resources to begin recruiting to fill the position of Generalist whose work assignment is to work in a Floating capacity. On motion by Kneisl and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To accept Todd County Sheriff Pete Mikkelson’s resignation effective December 30, 2013. On motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To accept Todd County Auditor/Treasurer Karen Busch’s resignation effective December 30, 2013. Commissioner Neumann announced Cheryl Schneider, HHS Director had been selected as the recipient of the 2013 Barba O’Grady Excellence in Public Health Leadership Award. The award had been given at the LPHA Annual Awards Luncheon November 14, 2013. Annex and Elevator Renovation Update Earl Fuechtmann, Contegrity Group gave their monthly update on the construction on the annex and on the elevator installation. Earl estimated the project was 70% completed and the goal was to have the project done by the end of the year. Commissioner’s Report Kneisl suggested the Board take a tour of the new Perham Resource Plant now that it is finish. He suggested January or February would be a good time to schedule this. Blessing announced the new Internal County Newsletter that has been posted to SharePoint for the employees. Neumann announced the 1st Presbyterian Church is having their annual Thanksgiving Dinner on November 28, 2013 at 12:00. There will be a free will offering for this dinner. Blessing announced he will not be able to attend the December 17, 2013 Commissioner Meeting. Adjourn Commissioner Neumann adjourned the meeting for the month of November, 2013. Commissioner Warrants Vendor Name Amount BRAATEN SAND & GRAVEL 10,227.74 BROWERVILLE TRUCK WASH/BIG BOYZ 2,402.38 LONG PRAIRIE MACHINERY CO INC 2,228.97 NORTH AMERICAN SALT 12,480.70 NORTHERN BUSINESS PRODUCTS 4,922.92 SHI CORP 4,087.97 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING INC 5,208.64 Payments less than 2000 28,834.26 Final Total 70,393.58 Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants Vendor name or # Amount # 1477 Foster Care 3,278.19 # 10981 Foster Care 3,669.78 # 10746 Foster Care 4,713.55 # 11417 Foster Care 5,216.72 Payments less than $2000 25,494.45 Final Total 42,372.69 On a motion by Blessing and second by Erickson, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held November 19, 2013 were duly approved by a unanimous vote of the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on December 3, 2013. Witness my hand and seal Randy Neumann, County Board Chairperson Karen Busch, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
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resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: GAMBLING PERMIT FOR SAUK VALLEY GOBBLERS WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Sauk Valley Gobblers through this resolution. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a one day, Gambling Permit for the Sauk Valley Gobblers to hold a raffle at Diamond Point, located at 12818 Bayview Drive, Sauk Centre, MN on February 22, 2014. On motion by Erickson and second by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve additional meeting date for December 30, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. Soil, Water and Conservation On motion by Kircher and second by Blessing, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Conditional Use Permit to construct and operate a church/school facility. Property Owner: Randal Patnode, 6250 Lake Sarah Heights Dr, Rockford, MN 55373. Site Address: 33763 275th Ave. Ward Township. Parcel #26-0034902. Living Waters Mennonite Church. 10 acres) Section 35, Twp 131, Range 33, Ward Township, Todd County. Granted with conditions: (1) a septic system design meeting county standards must be submitted prior to obtaining building permits; and (2) the following wording be added to the CUP recorded document. No lot owner shall bring action of Law, against any farming operation because of such farming activities, as long as such farming activity complies with state, federal, EPA, or Todd County Ordinances. On motion by Kneisl and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Conditional Use Permit to operate a sawmill for custom sawing. Use Permit is required for a commercial business in Ag/Forestry District. Property Owner: Bennie and Elizabeth Yoder, 19330 Co 24, Bertha, MN 56437. Parcel # 09-0001700. (122.31 acres) Section 4, Twp 132, Range 34, Germania Township, Todd County. Granted with conditions: (1) grey water sewer system for the home & the outhouse must be checked for compliance and updated if found failing; (2) Copy of application for MPCA permit needs to be submitted to Planning & Zoning; (3) Building permits for any new structures must be obtained. On motion by Kircher and second by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Conditional Use Permit to lease property to install a 195 ft monopole communication tower within a 100x100 ft fenced compound. To include a 12x30 ft shelter to house Verizon equipment cabinets. Use Permit is required for commercial towers located in Ag/Forestry District. Property Owner: Randy and Mary Brunko, 15638 221st Avenue, Long Prairie, MN 56347. Site

Minutes of the Governing Board of Education of Freshwater Education District November 26, 2013
CALL TO ORDER at 6:30 p.m. by R. Thalmann, Chair Board Present: D. GaidaBrowerville; T. Pierce-Eagle Valley; R.Thalmann-Henning; C. Wolf-Long Prairie-Grey Eagle; C. Hasbargen-Menahga; C. FunkSebeka; C. Longbella-StaplesMotley; S. Veronen-Verndale; W. Perkins-Wadena-Deer Creek Others: D. Fjeldheim, M. Schmitz, J. Nesland, L. Murdock, S. Thiel, S. Ladwig, and J. Nelson. ADOPTING THE AGENDAMOTION BY Pierce, 2ND BY Gaida to approve agenda as presented. VOTE-U/C REVIEW OF PAST BOARD MINUTES-MOTION BY Wolf, 2ND BY Hasbargen to approve the 8/28/13 Regular Board meeting minutes as presented. VOTEU/C GALLERY-Julie Nelson, CPA, FY-13 audit review OLD BUSINESS- Review of 9/17/13 and 10/15/13 Superintendent meetings. MOTION BY Gaida, 2ND BY Pierce to approve the current year budget revision as presented. FY-14 BUDGET REVISION I: FUND 01 General REVENUE $7,466,615 EXPENDITURES $7,724,919; FUND 04 Community Service REVENUE $567,089 EXPENDITURES $ 548,884 VOTE-U/C NEW BUSINESS ECFE/SCHOOL READINESS- Reassignment of an ECFE/SR teacher to ECSE, pending Board approval. SPECIAL EDUCATIONSharon Thiel presented information on the 3rd Party Billing process. The following information was reviewed: Substitute system of time and effort reporting; comparison of the FED 0-5 year old census for 2011-2012 and 2012-2013; tuition billing process for LRA/WPA, ECSE B-3 and Social Worker services; future needs of Speech Language Pathologists and Speech Language Program Assistants; Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS). MOTION BY Hasbargen, 2ND BY Veronen to accept a donation in the amount of $20.00 for the White Pine Academy Level IV Program. VOTE-U/C ALC/TARGETED SERVICES/CREDIT RECOVERYLow student numbers. MOTION BY Funk, 2ND BY Perkins to approve the sponsorship of Area Learning Service Extended Time programming for four schools this year. VOTE-U/C MOTION BY Gaida, 2ND BY Funk to accept the following donations for ALC high mileage vehicle project: $100-The Outpost, Menahga, MN; $50-Staples Chiropractic, Staples, MN; $25LMH Embroidery & Screen Printing, Staples, MN; $25-Nelson Insurance Agency, Staples, MN; $50-Nyhus Chevrolet, Staples, MN; $100-Sue Boehland, Hewitt, MN; and $50-Jolene Yungbauer,

FILING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that filing for Hartford Township Office will begin Tuesday, December 31, 2013 and close Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 5:00 pm. Positions to be filled at the March 11, 2014 Election are: (1) supervisor for a three yr. term (1) clerk for a two yr. term Call 594-0073 for an appointment. Terry Rickbeil, Clerk
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in favor thereof: Gaida, Pierce, Thalmann, Hasbargen, Wolf, Funk, Longbella, Veronen, Perkins whereupon said resolution was declared duly adopted. MOTION BY Perkins, 2ND BY Funk to set the 2014 Freshwater Board Organization Meeting for 01/22/14 at 6:30 p.m. at the FED office in Staples, MN. VOTE-U/C MOTION BY Thalmann, 2ND BY Longbella to seek a FY-14 financial audit proposal from the current firm. VOTE-U/C BUSINESS FINANCE MOTION BY Funk, 2ND BY Pierce to approve the 8/29/13 through 11/26/13 cash report and payment of checks. VOTEU/C MOTION BY Hasbargen, 2ND BY Gaida, to approve the disposal of the following fixed assets #1069 and #1078. VOTEU/C PERSONNEL TOPICS MINUTES-Review of Personnel Comt. minutes for 8/28/13 and 11/6/13. PERSONNEL CONSENT ITEMS: MOTION BY Veronen, 2ND BY Wolf to approve the personnel items as follows: Increase in hrs. for L. Koltes, J. Benning; Permission to advertise/hire .8 FTE ECSE teacher; Renaming K. Thoennes as ECSE teacher; Hiring of G. Haukoos; Voluntary reduction in hrs. for J. Mattick; Approval of 2014-2017 contract with sped director; Lane Change of N. Swanberg; Amending contract of director; Amending current policy employee document. VOTE-U/C ADJOURNMENT-MOTION BY Gaida, 2ND BY Wolf to adjourn the meeting at 8:08 p.m. VOTE-U/C Preapproved Publication Summary RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Chad Longbella, Clerk Freshwater Education District # 6004
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Staples, MN. VOTE-U/C MOTION BY Wolf, 2ND BY Pierce to approve the submission of a $2,000 grant application to the Staples Motley Area Community Foundation for the Freshwater ALC High Mileage Project. VOTE-U/C REPORTS FROM OTHER PROGRAMS- E-Rate MEMBER SERVICESFreshwater Legislative Day 12/17/13; FY-14 Strategic Plan progress; Board appointees and 2014 officers; FY-14 Health Benefits Advisory Committee progress; Teacher D & E Plan status; 2014-2015 menu options template. MOTION BY Veronen, 2ND BY Funk to acknowledge receipt of the FY-13 Financial Audit. VOTE-U/C MOTION BY Thalmann, 2ND BY Hasbargen to approve Freshwater FY-14 Licensed Teacher Seniority Lists as presented. VOTE-U/C MOTION BY Longbella, 2ND BY Perkins to acknowledge the annual posting of both Classified & Management First Date of Employment List as well as memo regarding the status of Probationary Teachers and Term Contract Administrators. VOTEU/C MOTION BY Wolf, 2ND BY Veronen to approve the current year FY-14 SPED Para Seniority List as presented. VOTE- U/C RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCTIONS IN PROGRAMS AND POSITIONS, AND/OR OTHER COST SAVING EFFICIENCIES, AND REASONS THEREFORE: MOTION BY Hasbargen, 2ND by Member Longbella and upon roll call vote, the following voted

By Rin Porter, District One Commission Member and Vice Chair The Todd County Planning Commission held a public hearing on Thursday, Dec.5, at 7 PM in the Historic Courthouse in Long Prairie. Present were: commission members Jim Pratt, Lloyd Graves, Gene Irsfeld, Rin Porter, and Roger Hendrickson; staff members Tim Stieber and Galen Gruber. Absent: Commissioner Rod Erickson, board liaison; and Dale Katterhagen, SWCD liaison. There were two items on the agenda. One item, a Conditional Use Permit application from Mose and Laura Miller, Eagle Valley Township, was tabled so that additional paperwork could be completed. It will be heard at a later meeting. The second item was a second public reading of proposed amendments to the Todd County Ordinance. (2) Add Section 9.20 – Solar Energy Systems, and add Section 9.21 – Commercial Communication Tower Facilities. The commission and staff discussed both sections. The commission voted to recommend approval of the new sections and inclusion of them in the Todd County Ordinance to the Board of Commissioners. The next meeting of the Todd County Planning Commission is scheduled for Thursday, January 9, 2014, at 7 PM at the Historic Courthouse. Brandenburg, Layne Kennedy and Richard Hamilton Smith, showcase every story. “The Sense of Place issue is a kind of a holiday gift to our readers,” said Editor-in-Chief Kathleen Weflen. “Start with the cover photo of bison on the prairie by Jim Brandenburg. He shoots for National Geographic and for Minnesota Conservation Volunteer. Then find great stories that highlight the work of conservation professionals and inspire Minnesotans to explore wild places.” The Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine recently won five editorial and design awards, including one for overall excellence, at the Minnesota Magazine & Publishing Association’s annual awards ceremony. The bimonthly publication of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is uniquely funded by contributions from readers. See MCV online and subscribe at www.mndnr.gov/volunteer.

Spring turkey hunting applications accepted through Jan. 10
Applications for the 2014 spring season will be accepted wherever hunting and fishing licenses are sold and online at www.mndnr.gov/buyalicense from Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Jan. 10, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The 2014 spring hunt will consist of six five-day and two seven-day seasons. A regulation change in 2014 means hunters need to apply for only the first three time periods, seasons A through C. All licenses for the last five time periods, seasons D through H, are unlimited and available over-the-counter.

Get a sense of wild places in new issue of Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine
Bison, biologists, beetles, and more turn up in the November– December Minnesota Conservation Volunteer, the magazine of our state’s woods, waters, prairies and wildlife. This annual “Sense of Place” issue presents literary and photographic essays that connect readers to natural resources and outdoor life in Minnesota. “Bona Fide Bison” tells the story of the genetic purity of the bison herd at Blue Mounds State Park. Essays by botanists and ecologists with the Minnesota Biological Survey bring readers along as they recall memorable days afield. “A Careful Walk in the Woods” offers an up-close look at the Southeast Asian tradition of squirrel hunting. And “Beetlemania” displays the astonishing variety of Minnesota insects in the group Coleoptera. Eye-catching photos by top photographers, including Jim

A second regulation change closes the portion of Carlos Avery Wildlife Management Area (permit area 511) surrounding the wildlife office headquarters to hunting. The remainder of Carlos Avery will remain open to wild turkey hunting. Wild turkey hunters interested in hunting this spring must apply at a DNR license agent, online at www.mndnr.gov/buyalicense or toll-free, 888-665-4236. A nonrefundable $4 application fee must be paid at the time of application. There will be an additional fee for Internet or telephone transactions. Hunters who are successful in the drawing and choose not to buy a tag will lose the current year’s preference point for future drawings but not accumulated preference points from past years. Hunters who are not successful in the drawing will be eligible to purchase surplus turkey permits, which are sold on a first-come, firstserved basis in mid-March. Archery spring turkey licenses are good for the last five time periods in their entirety. Hunters younger than 18 must purchase their licenses over-the-counter and need not apply for any season. All youth licenses are valid for all eight time periods of the spring hunt. Prospective hunters may obtain an application information sheet at DNR license agents or view online at www.mndnr.gov/hunting/turke y beginning Wednesday, Nov. 27. Hunt information materials include a map of wild turkey permit areas, permit quotas, dates and information on changes. For more information, contact the DNR Information Center at 651-296-6157, tollfree, 888-646-6367 or [email protected]. For questions about the changes to the Carlos Avery (permit area 511) call the Carlos Avery office at 651-296- 5290.

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AROUND THE COUNTY
December 2: Charles B.S. Riggs, Coon Rapids, pled not guilty to DUI, DWI, and giving a false name to a peace officer charges at an omnibus hearing. A jury trial was scheduled for January 15. Christopher W. D. Stone, Browerville, admitted violation of his probation and was sentenced to 120 days. Richard C. Hayes, Eden Prairie, appeared for an RU8 hearing on charges of violating a no contact order. A December 30 omnibus hearing was set. Joshua R. Hayes, Browerville, appeared for an RU8 hearing on first degree drug sales and three counts of second degree drug sales charges. An omnibus hearing was scheduled for December 30. Michelle R. Wolf, Eagle Bend, appeared for an RU8 hearing on three counts of third degree drug sales and child endangerment charges. A December 30 omnibus hearing was set. Jesse J. Witucki, Browerville appeared for an omnibus hearing. The hearing was continued to December 30. He is charged with DWI-refusal to test. Jason H. Thompson, Hewitt, appeared for an RU8 hearing on charges of fifth degree sale of marijuana, possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle, and transporting an illegal firearm. A December 30 omnibus hearing was set. Thomas R. Proell, Sauk Centre, appeared in court for an RU8 hearing in driving after cancellation charges. An omnibus hearing was scheduled for December 30.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Sheriff’s Report
On November 28, at approx. 2:30 am, the Todd County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a roll over on County 12, near Fitz Road. Lance Chase, Long Prairie, lost control of his vehicle, causing it to roll multiple times. Passenger, Jeremy Miller, Long Prairie, was ejected. Both parties were transported to CentraCare Hospital in Long Prairie by the Long Prairie ambulance. Long Prairie Fire Dept. also responded to the scene. The vehicle sustained severe damage. At 4:27 pm, November 28, a car/deer accident on State Hwy 287, Round Prairie Township, was reported by Robert Fischer. A deer ran into the driver’s side of his 2011 Dodge Ram pickup, causing moderate damage. On December 2, at 11:30 am, Gene Koeberl, Browerville, lost control of her 2013 Ford Escape at the intersection of County 3 and County 38, slid through the intersection and struck a tree. Koeberl was not injured, her vehicle sustained moderate damage to the drivers door area. At 12:21 pm, December 2, John R. Rogers lost control of his 2006 Chrysler Town and Country van, slid for the road on County 10, rural Osakis, and struck a power pole, causing a low line across the road. REA Alexandria assisted with the downed power line. Rogers was not injured, there was moderate damage to the van. Also on December 2, at 3:07 pm, the sheriff’s office responded to a one vehicle accident on State Hwy 27, just east of County 4. A van, driven by Ruben Orozco, had gone into the ditch and struck a tree. The van sustained front end damage, Orozco was not injured. Snow packed and icy road conditions contributed to the accident. On December 6, at approx. 2:25 pm, the sheriff’s office received a report of an accident involving a semi tractor and an Amtrak train at the crossing on 317th Ave, Red Rock Road, Section 3, Fawn Lake Township. A 2011 Kenworth, owned by Minnesota Limited of Big Lake, driven by Donald R. Hedlund, Sr, 57, Bemidji, failed to stop at the crossing and was struck by the train. Hedlund was pronounced dead at the scene and two passengers of the train were taken by Staples ambulance to LakeWood Health Care, Staples for treatment. Several other passengers reported minor injuries, but were not transported. Staples Fire and Rescue, Wadena County Sheriff’s Department, and MN State Patrol assisted at the scene. At 2:03 pm, December 8, the sheriff’s office was called to a snowmobile accident on County 33, just west of the County 47 intersection. Hunter Cavallero, 15, Long Prairie, driving a 2007 Arctic Cat 550 snowmobile, jumped the embankment on the north side of County 2, came out of the ditch, lost control and slid into the traffic lane. Daniel Farrow, Farrow Trucking, driving a 2006 Kenworth semi tractor, with no trailer, was struck by the snowmobile. Cavallero struck the side of the semi and was thrown up and over the tires, while the snowmobile went under the tires. Cavallero was taken to CentraCare ER in Long Prairie by family members and was treated and released. Farrow was not injured. There was moderate damage to the semi tractor. The snowmobile was a total loss. Grey Eagle Fire and Rescue assisted at the scene. Anyone with information concerning any of these cases is urged to call the Todd County Sheriff’s Department at 320-732-2157 or 1800-794-5733.

TOWARD ZERO DEATHS
In a continuing effort to advance traffic safety in central Minnesota, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is awarding new federal grants totaling more than $1.12 million for area partners to support overtime Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) traffic safety enforcement and educational efforts through September 2014. Central Minnesota Traffic Deaths — 931 Killed During Past Decade From 2003–2007, 555 people lost their lives in traffic crashes on central Minnesota roads, compared to 376 deaths from 2008–2012—a 32 percent decline. · Annual Traffic Deaths last 10 years (931 total): 2003- 129; 2004- 111; 2005- 127; 2006 - 94; 2007- 94; 2008- 87; 2009- 75; 2010 82; 2011- 63; 2012- 69. · During the past decade, 49 percent of the 718 motor vehicle deaths were unbelted occupants, a slightly higher rate than the state’s rate of 47.9 percent. · Drunk driving crashes resulted in 305 deaths in the past decade, representing 33 percent of the region’s total deaths, higher than the state’s rate of 29.4 percent. Commissioner Dohman says the people behind these statistics are the reasons DPS continues to invest in traffic safety in the region. After Years of Progress, State Traffic Deaths No Longer Declining Despite the progress of decreasing Minnesota traffic deaths in recent years, the state is facing a second consecutive year without a decrease in fatalities. Unsafe driver behavior is likely one factor for the trend. Those behaviors include distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving and lack of seat belt use. A jump in motorcycle deaths also has supported the increase. To-date, there are 332 fatalities, compared to 327 at this time last year.

Traffic Citations
Todd County Sheriff Garrett R. Bartkowicz, Swanville, DWI-refust to test-$1015.00, 365 days, stayed 335 days, 6 yr, probation, 6 yr, chem depend eval, MADD impact panel Lacy J. Gray, Long Prairie, drive after suspension-$290.00 Caleb D. Nurnberger, Sebeka, no seat belt used-$115.00 Jolene E. Schmitz, Eden Valley, 65/55-$130.00 Andrew J. Schnettler, Clarissa, 65/55-$130.00 Kendrick J. Schultz, unknown, no seat belt used-$115.00 Jacob J. Uphus, Fargo, ND, 65/55-$130.00 Long Prairie Police John E. Cummins, Long Prairie, disorderly conduct-$390.00, 90 days, stayed 88 days, 1 yr, supervised probation, 1 yr, chem. depend. eval, domestic abuse eval, mental health treatment, to threatening behavior Allen A. Wolbeck, Grey Eagle, stop sign violation-$140.00 Staples Police Troy W. Breckenridge, Staples, domestic assault-$140.00, pay restitution, 90 days, stayed 73 days, 1 yr, supervised probation, 1 yr, cooperate with mental health recommendations, follow order for protection, take medications, domestic abuse counseling, random testing, Adam J. Christoffersen, Staples, 39/30-$130.00 Meghan L. Hansen, St. Cloud, no seat belt used-$115.00 Anna D. Janssen, Staples, dog/ cat nuisance-$140.00 Travis M. Wolfe, Staples, 44/35$130.00 David W. Yoder, Motley, fail to stop-$140.00 Eagle Bend Police Roger M. Hoffman, Avoca, 40/30$130.00 DNR Nicholas W. Adensam, Carlos, fail to validate deer tag-$115.00 Willis G. Greeley, Hutchinson, hunt with bait-$390.00 Roderick W. Petron, Holyoke, fail to affix valid registration sticker-$115.00 Kenneth P. Schultz, Fridley, hunt with bait-$390.00 Jordan T. Spychalla, Osakis, must have license in possession$115.00 MN State Patrol Felicitas Bautistadelemus, Long Prairie, violate instruction permit-

$140.00 Lori A. Boehmlehner, Wheaton, 80/70-$130.00 Sieh Carl, Coon Rapids, 90/70$230.00 Karissa K. Danielson, Lowry, 80/70-$130.00 Lynn M. Kretsch, Little Falls, no drivers license in possession$110.00 John J. Lange, Little Falls, 65/55-$130.00 Michael J. Martinez, Fargo, ND, 95/70-$230.00 Domingo Reyes, Long Prairie, 65/55-$130.00 Jennamae D. Tucker, St. Cloud, 80/70-$130.00 Raquel L. White, Coon Rapids, 80/70-$130.00

Court Report
Court appearances are First Appearance, RU8 (second appearance), and Omnibus (third appearance) November 14: Steven W. Tessler, Staples, admitted violation of his probation and was sentenced to 10 days, ordered to complete a chemical use assessment and was reinstated on probation. November 18: Jonathon W. Deitering, Browerville, appeared for an RU8 hearing on fifth degree possession of marijuana and DWI charges. A December 30 omnibus hearing was set. Cory M. Wilson, Staples, reached no agreement at a settlement conference. A jury trial was scheduled for January 8. He is charged with two counts of DWI. Rodger E. Warthen, Browerville, pled guilty to obstructing the legal process at an RU8 hearing. He was fined $790, sentenced to 365 days, with 275 days stayed for two years, placed on supervised probation for two years and must complete a chemical use evaluation. November 21: Melissa A. Smith, Long Prairie admitted violation of her probation and was sentenced to 35 days and reinstated on the terms of her probation. November 25: Kali A. Thorssen, Long Prairie, appeared for an RU8 hearing on theft and receiving stolen property charges. A December 30 omnibus hearing was scheduled. Bruce A. Young, Long Prairie, made his first court appearance on two counts of DWI charges. An RU8 hearing was set for December 9. Matthew E. Peterson, Menahga, appeared for an RU8 hearing on possession of marijuana charges. A December 16 omnibus hearing was set. Tyler R. Langer, Wadena, was sentenced for fifth degree marijuana possession. He was fined $700, sentenced to 20 days, placed on supervised probation for five years, will be subject to random testing, must abstain from alcohol and drugs, and complete a chemical use assessment. November 27: Troy D. Platz, Sr., Little Falls, appeared for sentencing. The presentence investigation had not been completed and the hearing was set for December 31. Platz was ordered to comply with the presentence investigation.

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Grain Market Report
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POSITION SUMMARY: The PRTS Division has three positions assigned to this role serving as the primary contact for customers seeking services from the Assessor, Auditor-Treasurer and Recorders offices. Currently there is two staff with finance backgrounds and we desire to have the individual filling this vacancy to have a background in real estate or related field. The incumbent will have a working knowledge of the functions and practices primarily in the Recorder’s and Assessor’s office and the ability to fill in as needed with generalist duties assigned from the Auditor Treasurer’s office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED (Vocational/Technical Degree is preferred) and moderate (one to three years) experience in real estate or related field and providing support, experience in a government land service department or equivalent combination of education or experience. Incumbent must possess strong interpersonal skills, listening skills and attention to detail and accuracy. Must possess the ability to work under pressure of constant interruption and ability to adapt to change. Requires valid MN Drivers’ License or access to transportation. Must successfully pass a background check. SALARY: Grade 16 - $13.506 – $20.671 per hour, plus an excellent benefit package. This is a non-exempt, union position. HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed county application to the Todd County Administration/Human Resources Department, 215 1st Avenue South, Suite 300, Long Prairie, MN 56347, phone 320732-6447or e-mail to "mailto:[email protected]" [email protected]. Job description and official application for employment are available at: HYPERLINK http://www.co.todd.mn.us www.co.todd.mn.us. APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 20, 2013 Todd County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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HIGH MEN'S GAMES: KEVIN DEZELL 231, CHARLIE HANSON 226, GARY SCHULTZ 214 HIGH LADIES GAMES: JESSICA OLSON 167 & 165, LORI KLINNERT 157, JACKIE SCHULTZ 140 HIGH MEN'S SERIES: KEVIN DEZELL 577, VIC CARLSON 570, LEON DICKINSON 567 HIGH LADIES SERIES: JESSICA OLSON 461

FIRE DEPARTMENTS RECEIVE TRAINING GRANTS
MORE THAN $1.6 MILLION SUPPORTS IMPROVED PUBLIC SAFETY Minnesota fire departments will again receive funding to help keep firefighters’ skills sharp. The Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE) recently announced it will provide Minnesota’s 784 fire departments more than $1.6 million — $80 per firefighter — for training classes. “These grants benefit the safety of all Minnesotans,” said Bruce West, MBFTE executive director. “Assuring annual firefighter training is good for departments and their communities. Skill updating makes firefighters better responders and also keeps them safer.” In addition to boosting department training budgets by $80 per firefighter, the MBFTE will fund more than $1.4 million for live burn, hazardous materials operations and other training courses. The Hamel Fire Department recently used MBFTE funding to conduct a live burn. The volunteer crew battles an average of two house fires a year — not nearly enough for the firefighters to receive optimal levels of on-the-job training and experience. “I think this is very valuable training for our firefighters, which in turns provides better service for our customers,” Hamel Fire Chief Neil Wolf said. “We can practice here to avoid mistakes on the fire scene where it makes a difference.” The amount of training money departments receive per firefighter depends on funding allocated to the MBFTE by

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 320-594-8125.
The Browerville Public School is an equal opportunity employer.
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Minnesota’s Fire Safety Account. The Fire Safety Account was created in 2006 by the Minnesota Legislature. It is funded by a fire-safety surcharge on all homeowner and certain commercial insurance policies. The Fire Safety Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety commissioner on use of the funding. This is the fourth year the MBFTE has provided firefighter training dollars. The allotment process helps eliminate the

training budget disparity between larger, better-funded departments and those in cities and towns with smaller budgets. West said firefighters of all experience levels need annual training to help keep themselves and their communities safe. Live burn training is an especially effective tool, he said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re one year in the department or 30 years, you still learn every day,” West said. “There are things that happen inside a live burn that will better prepare you for the next fire.”

Santa Claus visits Browerville

Santa Claus was spotted at the Browerville Community Center on Sunday evening when he made an appearance to visit with children during Browerville’s Old Fashioned Christmas. This annual event is co-sponsored by the Browerville Lions and the Browerville Commercial Club.

Accidents, continued
you call the nearest law enforcement agency or 911 as quickly as possible. If you come upon a crash, and depending on the situation, you should evaluate the incident and decide on the best course of action to minimize the risk you place yourself in. If you are the first on the scene and have stopped to render aid, park your vehicle well off the roadway away from the crash so it will not be a hazard. Warn other drivers of danger with four-way flashers, flares and flashlights. If there is personal injury, serious property damage or danger to other motorists at the crash scene, call 911. Be prepared to provide location, such as distance from an intersection or milepost number. Account for all occupants of the vehicles and aid the injured if you are qualified. Do not move injured persons unless they are endangered by traffic, fire or excessive bleeding. 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.

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