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Wednesday, February 26, 2014 No. 9

One Dollar

Fifty years at Grover Auto Company for family with five generations in transportation business
By Marilyn Anderson ZUMBROTA February 1 marked the 50th anniversary since brothers Lyle and Harvey Grover became the owners of Nerhaugen Chevrolet Company. This, however, did not mark the entrance of the Grover family into the transportation business they were the third generation. The transaction resulted in the Grover brothers relocating their existing business of Grovers Garage and changing the name to Grover Auto Company. Though vehicles and the location have changed since 1964, Grover Auto Company is still owned and operated by members of the Grover family. Currently, you will find Brad Grover, Gary Grover, Jim Syverson, and Brent Syverson representing the fourth and fifth generations carrying on the family tradition.
First through third generations

passed away in 1982. His wife Jean, along with Lyle, continued as the third generation of owners until the fourth generation took over ownership several years later. Lyle passed away in 2002.
Fourth and fifth generations

The history of the Grover family in transportation and related services dates back to 1872 when Barker Charles (B.C.) Grover opened a livery business at the corner of West Avenue and 3rd Street. Besides housing horses and wagons that could be used by area residents, the business offered taxi service to and from the hotels in town and other traveling needs for groups and guests. By 1914, B.C. was joined in partnership by his son, Jim, who took over the business several years later. By that time, the business also included the sale of automobiles. Another son of B.C.s, Charles Lester (or C.L.), was an architect-contractor and the father of Lyle and Harvey. One of C.L.s buildings was the site of the livery business. It was later owned by Selmer Nerhaugen, but would revert back to Grover ownership in 1964. While the 1964 sale ended a 52-year career for Nerhaugen, it marked a step for growth and continuation for Lyle and Harveys business. Lyle Grover began his career at age 15 at Smith Garage in 1939 working at the wash and grease racks. Later, he purchased part of the business and was involved in auto repair. From 1949-53, Lyle sold Studebaker cars and trucks. Harvey Grover began to work with his brother, and in 1953 the two men became partners, buying out Chris Smith. June Grover (wife of Lyle) and Jean Grover (wife of Harvey) also became involved in the family business, primarily doing the bookkeeping. The two brothers worked as a team for nearly 30 years. Harvey

When they were not yet old enough to drive cars, Lyle and Junes son Brad and Harvey and Jeans son Gary would ride their bikes to wash cars. They continued to work in the business in some capacity since then, and began working full-time after earning degrees in business administration in the 1980s. Jim Syverson, who is married to Harvey and Jeans daughter Renae, started at the business in 1977 and is a coowner along with Brad and Gary. Brent Syverson, Jim and Renaes son, has worked full-time at the business since 2004, representing the familys fifth generation. He also has worked on and off his entire life, beginning with clearing off snow-covered cars and progressing to inventorying automotive parts. Now, Brent said he is a jack of all trades, doing sales, body shop estimates, and IT (information technology). I show up and start working. There is always something to do. I like the variety, he said. Members of the fourth and fifth generation of the Grover family in the transportation business gathered in the showroom of Grover Auto Company
Memories and changes

INDEX
Communities Served: Goodhue ............................ Pine Island/Oronoco .......... Wanamingo ........................ Zumbrota/Mazeppa ........... Churches ........................... Community Calendar ......... From Our Files ................... Obituaries, Births ............... Opinions ............................ Sports ................................ 1,6-7B 1,4-5,7B 1,5B 2,7B 5B 2A 2B 6B 2A 3-6A

The move in 2003 from downtown Zumbrota to a more spacious site just off Highway 52 on County Road 10 has been among the biggest changes for the Grover Auto Company in the past fifty years. Gary said, The move has been the highlight of my career. We thought about it for almost 20 years before we did it. He went on to describe how the move allowed them to set up the work bays correctly, and with 6.5 acres on one site there is room to put snow, an important factor in winters like this year. Another change mentioned was how dealerships used to be catalog showrooms with customers ordering the car how they wanted it made. Today, people want to be able to select a car or truck from the lot or showroom. Purchasing incentives have also encouraged take it home today buyers. Jim recalled that the economic recessions of the early 1980s and again in 2007 were tough years for the car industry. Brent and Jim handle many of the inquiries for internet sales. All said that their customer base has become nationwide, with people willing to travel across the country to get the right vehicle. Brad said, It still comes down to customer service. It is important to encourage people to open up and say exactly what they are

on a rainy-snowy February morning. From left to right are Gary Grover, Brad Grover, Brent Syverson, and Jim Syverson. On February 1, 1964, Lyle Grover and Harvey Grover (third generation of the family) became the owners of Nerhaugen Chevrolet Company and subsequently renamed their business Grover Auto Company.

looking for in a vehicle and meet their specific needs. Whether meeting in the showroom or through the internet, it is still important to establish a personal business relationship.
Future of industry

Chevrolet dealership, a full selection of services are offered including new and pre-owned vehicle sales, leasing, car loans and financing, a certified service department, and parts and accessories. Hours are Monday and Thursday,

8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gary summed up why the family has continued to be a part of the transportation business for over

130 years: Our family takes pride in being a part of Zumbrota almost its entire history. We appreciate having the support of many loyal customers from the local community and surrounding hub towns.

Many changes in the automotive industry are predicted by the family. Monitors are increasingly helping drivers with traffic concerns: steering, parking, and collision alerts. Gary predicted he will see cars basically driving themselves in his lifetime. He pointed out that a person needs to be very tech-savvy to deliver a vehicle to a new owner and requires a couple of hours to explain and teach the features. Jim commented on the vast amount of information that can be found just by pushing buttons on the dash. He also mentioned the progression to other fuel sources. The improvement in emissions technology over the years was noted, with vehicles burning much cleaner and more efficiently now than in the past.
Today

Wintery mess closes roads and cuts power to the area

By Alicia Hunt-Welch A strong winter storm front brought arctic cold, nearly one foot of snow, gale force winds, and blizzard conditions to the NewsRecord area on Thursday, February 20. Schools were closed, a scenario that has occurred many times this winter. Driving conditions ranged from difficult to downright dangerous. The Minnesota State Patrol reported that from Thursday to Friday, about 300 vehicles had gone off state roadways in southeast Minnesota. Five vehicles were reported in Minneola Township, three jackknifed semis and five vehicles in Pine Island Township, one vehicle in Pine Island, one vehicle in Roscoe Township, one vehicle in Cherry Grove Township, and six vehicles and a truck rollover accident in Wanamingo Township. One Rochester man involved in an accident on Highway 52, Gary Timmerman, 66, was transported to Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester for treatment of non-lifethreatening injuries after the van he was driving lost control on an icy patch, went into the ditch, and rolled over near Hader. Highway 57 from Wanamingo to Hader was closed due to impassable snow drifts and stranded vehicles. Stretches of other roadways and major highways, including Interstate 35, were closed at some point between Thursday evening and Saturday morning. On Friday, February 21, Governor Mark Dayton issued an emer-

Grover Auto has a staff of 25. Many are long-time employees, including Gerald Steege, who has been with the company since 1964. Besides being a Buick and

Photo by Marilyn Anderson

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The Man in Black is coming to the Olde Pine Theatre

PINE ISLAND Boss Grant, one of the top tribute artists to Johnny Cash, will perform at the Olde Pine Theatre in downtown Pine Island on March 1 at 7 p.m. The show will be 90 minutes of the most-loved Johnny Cash songs. Grant has played at many of the top country festivals. In January of this year, his show broke attendance records at the Albert Lea Theatre. Grant has played with Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, and Kenny Rogers. Tickets for the show are available at Pine Island Hardware Hank, Rainbow Cafe, the Better Brew Coffeehouse, and Borgy Boyz. They may also be purchased at the door on the night of the show.

Friday afternoons are normally a busy time on Highway 52 near Zumbrota, but cars and trucks were few and far between four miles north of Zumbrota on Friday, February 21, after the area received 9-10 inches of heavy, wet snow. A single pick-up, pulling a small trailer, slowly made its way in the northbound lane as strong northwest winds continued to blow snow across open areas. Much of the heavy snow still clung to bushes and trees in yards and woods. The weight of the snow, combined with the strong winds, raised havoc throughout southeast Minnesota, closing several highways and causing power outages.

gency order calling out the National Guard to help recover stranded motorists and assist in getting them to shelter areas in southeast and central Minnesota. Motorists were asked to stay off roadways through the weekend, giving tows trucks and wreckers access to recover vehicles, and for roadways to be plowed. Peoples Energy Cooperative (PEC) of Oronoco announced that

about 1,500 power outages were reported in their service area due to winter weather related conditions. This affected homes and businesses in rural Oronoco and Mazeppa Township. At 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 22, PEC reported that about 75 members were still without power. By 9:40 p.m. that evening all power had been restored.

Final Days

GROVER AUTO COMPANY

400 County Rd. 10 (Just Off U.S. Hwy. 52), Zumbrota www.groverauto.com 507-732-5194 or 1-800-967-2094 Dealer Lic. #10719

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Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

Science and religion

From Devils Kitchen
By Jan David Fisher

We want to believe in something, to hold tight to it and never let it go. We will defend it to our death. But it is harder to defend it to our life. Find a way to survive past the threat and help bring it back. For Jews, it is the Torah and Haftorah (the Old Testament and the prophets). For Christians, it is those and the New Testament. For Muslims, it is Koran. Throughout modern history, we have recorded debates over verses, phrases, and words contained in the Bible and other books. The worst time in modern history was the European Dark Ages or Medieval period. It became a time of ignorance, fear, and injus-

tice. The strange part of the medieval times is that the intelligent people were in the church. They were the priests. The rest of the population could not read or write. Even the rich lords and ladies of the lands were not able to read. They used (hired) priests to do the reading and writing. As part of the debates, priests became the first scientists. They had the science recorded and hidden in the church. Some priests tried to duplicate the science of the Greeks. As more priests explored this knowledge and examined it from the viewpoint of the Bible, they found apparent differences between the real world and the writings. Occasionally, one person would make a claim that seemed too much against the church teachings. If the person recanted, he might be forgiven or maybe killed without torture. As the scientist dug deeper, the histories did not mention such

County
By Paul Martin RED WING Without action, the northern one-third of Lake Pepin will fill with sediment this century, the Goodhue County Board of Commissioners heard at its February 18 meeting. Rylee Main, project manager for Lake Pepin Legacy Alliance, continued, The whole lake will fill in 300 years. The process, which would otherwise take thousands of years, is speeded up by human actions. Already, boaters report many channels getting shallower. Stream bank erosion and increased river flow is to blame, and 75% of the sediment comes from the Minnesota River basin. The alliance is working with the state, river partnerships and others upstream to get the word out and encourage best management practices upstream of the lake. We will be showing the effects and pushing stream restoration at a big event in late May or early June, said Main. We need much more local support to apply pressure and get results. Excess nutrients are also a major problem in the lake, but sedimentation is the biggest issue.
Absentee ballots

depth and so there was no counterintelligence to defend the new truth. Furthermore, as the scientist advanced the walls of ignorance collapsed, with more people learning how to read. It was not by accident that the first printed book was the Bible. The printing press was a new invention that could have been destroyed. The press could make copies of a page of revolutionary ideas much faster than hand copies. Even back in the 1500s, politics played an important part of life. These priests were known as natural scientists. They looked hard and close at nature. They learned about life. Their argument was, We saw this fact in real nature, therefore it must be true. The Greeks used their minds to conduct experiments when their ideas went beyond their reach. Today, we have tools that look deep, and others that look far into space. Deny science today and you deny your own life. Until next week.

Community Calendar
COUNTY
Senior Dining
Reservations are required by calling 24 hours ahead at each of the nutrition sites. In the Pine Island area, meals are served at the Pine Island Senior Center; Zumbrota area, Zumbrota Towers. February 27 - March 5 Thursday: Vegetable beef soup, crackers, cheese on rye, molded carrot salad, gingerbread/topping Friday: Baked fish (alt: liver), cooked red potatoes, broccoli/cauliflower blend, raisin rice pudding Monday: Tater tot hotdish, fruit cup, dinner roll, strawberry sundae Tuesday: Hawaiian chicken, rice, seasoned broccoli, Waldorf salad, pudding Wednesday: California medley cream soup, tuna salad sandwich (alt: chicken salad sandwich), fruited jello, dessert If you have questions, call 3562228 or the SEMCAC kitchen at 732-4072.

ORONOCO
Area History Center

them. Performances will be on Thursday, March 6, at 1:30 and 7 p.m. at the Neuman Auditorium.

The Oronoco Area History Cen- Legion Post 183 ter is open to visitors in the City American Legion Post 183 meets Building every second Saturday Thursday, February 27, at 6 p.m. from 10 a.m.-noon. Contact us at at Stary-Yerka VFW Post 5727. OAHC, 54 Blakely Ct. NW or call 507-367-4320. You may also visit our web page at oronocoarea VFW Meeting The VFW meets Thursday, Febhistory.org. ruary 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the StaryYerka VFW Post 5727.

PINE ISLAND

Tops #1280
PI Tops #1280 meets every Monday night at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Weigh-in is at 5:15 and meeting time is 6 p.m. Everyone welcome. Questions call 3568596 or 356-8990.

Woodturners
The Zumbro Valley Woodturners meet Thursday, February 27. Visit www.zvwoodturners.com or call Bob Post or Bill Beckman for details.

ZAAC

Lake Pepin is filling with sediment

cities accepted the responsibility, but Lake City and Pine Island asked to be exempted. The county is set to decline their requests. Because of their small turnout, the smaller cities of Bellechester, Dennison, Goodhue and Wanamingo are exempt. Commissioners strongly backed Holmstens action. The price tag for absentee ballots is about $30,000 per year. No one likes the cost of elections, but that is the price of democracy, said Commissioner Dan Rechtzigel. The cities would save a little money, but the county would have to pick up the cost. We have to make sure people have the right to vote, especially those in nursing homes and the like. Applications can also be mailed to the county. Townships must provide for their own elections.

Finance Director Carolyn Holmsten reported to the board that the county will continue to require the larger cities in Goodhue County to accept applications for absentee ballots. The county is required to provide applications, and is allowed to deputize cities to act as additional absentee polling sites, provided they have a fulltime clerk. This is an important part of the election process. At the 2012 General Election, the county processed 885 absentee ballots, and the six cities of Cannon Falls, Kenyon, Lake City, Pine Island, Red Wing and Zumbrota a further Septic system ordinance 757 between them. Four of the Goodhue County is set to adopt a new ordinance for septic systems, reported Land Use Management Director Lisa Hanni. Without this action, the county would be required to adopt new and more stringent state standards, some of which are not tailored to soil and other conditions in this county. Important changes include separating the requirements out as a new ordinance, instead of including them in the zoning ordinance. This will make it easier to work with cities that do not have their own ordinance. Also required will be an inspection when ownership of a property is transferred. Rechtzigel agreed this is an important safeguard for buyers. People have told me how they have had to replace their system soon after buying their home, when they are already maxed out financially by their downpayment, he said.
Permission to blast

The Zumbrota Area Arts Council meets Monday, March 3, at 7 The group meets Thursday, Feb- p.m. at the Zumbrota Library. ruary 27, at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Library The Zumbrota Public Library PI Senior Citizens is at 100 West Ave., Zumbrota, The Senior Citizens will meet 507-732-5211. Hours are Mon., Wednesday, March 5, at noon at 12-8; Tues. 10-6; Wed., Thurs., Seasons Hospice the handicapped accessible Senior 12-8; Fri., 10-5; and Sat., 9-3. DurNewly Bereaved Program, Center for their business meeting. ing closed hours you can learn Thursday, March 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. All community seniors 55 and over more about the library at http:// A gathering for anyone who has are welcome. www. zumbrota.info. experienced the loss of a loved one within the last three months. Toastmasters Meeting History Center All groups are held at the CenThe Pine Island Toastmasters The Zumbrota History Center ter for Grief Education and Support, Seasons Hospice, 1696 meet at 6:30 a.m. Fridays at St. has a new photo stand displaying Greenview Dr. SW. Registration Paul Lutheran Church. They do over 50 photographs of early Zumis required two days prior to the not meet on holiday weekends: brota scenes. They have been endate of the event. For details: 507- Christmas, New Years, Easter, larged to 8 x 10 for easier view285-1930 or shbp@seasonshos Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor ing. New photos are being added Day or Thanksgiving. all the time. Also on display are pice.org. military memorabilia, including History Center Civil War items, different models AARP Tax Aid of telephones, Zumbrota telephone The Pine Island Area History Tax help is available by calling Center is located at 314 North Main books dating back to the 1900s, the Red Wing Senior Center for Street. It is open by appointment and items of Zumbrota advertisan appointment: 651-267-3599. only, due to maintenance projects ing. Museum hours are Saturdays, For a Cannon Falls appointment that have been scheduled. Regu- 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Other hours by apon Saturdays, call the Shepherd lar hours will begin on Sunday, pointment (732-7049). Center at 507-263-2136. March 2. To contact the History Center go to www.pineisland 55+ Driver Improvement history.org or by leaving a mes- Tops Meeting Zumbrota Tops #563 meets evThe Minnesota Highway Safety sage at 507-356-2802. If you wish Center will be offering a 55+ Driver to speak with someone, call the ery Monday night at Our Saviours Lutheran Church. Weigh-in time Improvement Course on March director at 507-398-5326. is changed to 5:30 p.m. and meet6. The four-hour refresher course ing time to 6 p.m. Everyone welwill be from 12:30-4:30 p.m. at come. Questions call 732-7459 or St. Lukes Episcopal Church, 1884 732-4766. 22nd St NW, Rochester. Pre-registration is required. For more in- KW School Board Meeting formation or to register, visit The board will meet on Mon- Community Band Practice mnsafetycenter.org or call 1-888- day, February 24, at 7 p.m. in the The Zumbrota Community Band 234-1294. middle/high school media center practices on Monday nights at 7:30 conference room in Kenyon. p.m. in the Zumbrota-Mazeppa Agenda items: school police liai- High School music room. VolunChester Woods teer musicians are welcome. Questions, call Celeste Lewis son officer contract, dissolution of the agreement with SEMVA, a at 507-287-2624. finance update, WETC, the ac- State Theatre ceptance of donations, the 2014The Beatles, Part 1 by Justin Oxbow Park 15 school calendar, school board Ploof and the Throwbacks, SaturCross country ski tour, March policy, quotes for building secu- day, March 1, 7:30 p.m. Tickets 1, 1 p.m. Join park staff for a lei- rity locks, a softball field proposal, available at 507-732-7616. surely, 2.5-mile ski through Ox- the superintendent contract, perThe State Theatre is at 96 East bow Valley. Bring your own skis sonnel, committee and adminis- 4th Street in Zumbrota. For infortrative reports. Anyone wishing mation visit zaac.org.or call 507or rent them. Ages 10 and up. Questions, call Clarissa Josselyn to address the board may do so at 272-1129. the beginning of the meeting. at 507-775-2451.

Cancer Support Group

WANAMINGO

In other action, the board agreed to allow Milestone Materials to conduct extra blasting at their quarry in Featherstone Township near the Hwy 19/6 junction. The extra period will run from February 24 to March 28 to provide aggregate for a resurfacing project on Hwy 61 between Hwys 316 and 19. Blasting will occur about once per week, only during the usually allowed hours. Permits normally allow blasting only between April 15 and October 31. The board also supported an application by Cannon Valley Trail for a federal grant to cover the $75,000 purchase of a new tractor and attachments. A 25% local match will be required. Trail Manager Scott Roepke said the trail will cover this match out of wheel pass fees. 100,000 people use the trail year-round, said Roepke, from nearly every state in the union and several foreign countries from France to Japan.

GOODHUE
Community Library
The Goodhue School Library, in conjunction with SELCO and Goodhue County, is open to the community on Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30-7 p.m. when school is in session. The library is equipped with interlibrary loan service, which means if the library does not have a book you want, that book can be there in two days.

Crossings
Water, Water Everywhere exhibit with Michelle Wegler and Cheryl LeClair-Sommer, through Moms in Prayer March 26. Reception Sat., March Moms in Prayer meet on Mon- 1, 5:30-7:30 p.m. days, 7 p.m. at Our Saviours For more information go to Church, 1549 East Avenue, Zum- www. crossingsatcarnegie.com or brota. call 507-732-7616. Crossings is at 320 E Ave.

ZUMBROTA

Zumbrota Towers Events

February 27-March 5 Thursday: 10:15 a.m. Exercises Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Potluck, Bingo Historical Society Tuesday: 10:15 a.m. Exercises; The Goodhue Area Historical 1:30 p.m. 500 Society is closed for the season until June 1 when regular hours Dinostaurs Performance resume. If you want to arrange a The Zumbrota-Mazeppa firstvisit in the meantime call Ardis graders will present Dinostaurs. Henrichs, 651-923-4629; Marie They are taking the stage to enterStrusz, 651-923-4302; Ray Mc- tain you with heroic and MesoNamara, 651-923-5117; or Roy zoic acts of fun! With raptors who Buck, 651-923-4388. Visit good rap, stand-up comedians, and even hueareahistory.org for information Tyrannosaurus Tex and his gang about the historical society. of line-dancing dinosaurs, the panel of judges has a big job ahead of

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Wrestling
11 area matmen extend their season another week to the State Meet
By Faye Haugen ROCHESTER Eleven area wrestlers will need to watch their weight and practice one more week after qualifying at the Section 1A meet for the State Class A Wrestling Meet in St. Paul beginning Friday at the Xcel Energy Center. Kenyon-Wanamingo will advance four matmen to the state meet followed by Pine Island, three, Zumbrota-Mazeppa three, and Goodhue one. The Knights had three gold medal winners in Ethan Cota at 106 pounds, Ted Androli at 132 pounds and Drew Sathrum at 170 pounds. Placing second was Jace Clawiter. Pine Island had three second-place winners in Noah Bauer (106), Sam McPhail (160) and Zach Kennedy (220). Second place finishers for ZM were Joey Majerus (130), Cody Heitman (145) and Hunter Prodzinski (182). Goodhues Matthew Lexvold placed second at 126. Action for Class A individuals will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday Championship class A quarterfinals will begin at 4:30 p.m. with wrestlebacks starting at 7:30 p.m. Saturday action will begin with consolation quarterfinal for all classes at 9:30 a.m. Championship semifinals will begin at 10:45 with consolation semifinals starting at 12:45. Third and fifth-place matches begin at 4:30 p.m. with championship finals starting at 7 p.m.

KW has three Section 1A champions

Section 1A wrestling results

Chatfield (C), Dover-Eyota (DE), Fillmore Central /Lanesboro/Mable-Canton (FC), Goodhue (G), Kenyon-Wanamingo (KW), Lake City (LC), Pine Island (PI), Triton (T), St. Charles (SC), Wabasha-Kellogg (WK), Zumbrota-Mazeppa (ZM) (Wrestler, school, grade, record, seed) 106 Ethan Cota (KW, 10th, 32-8, 1 seed) placed first. He pinned Jamie Hewitt (WK, 7th, 8-25), 21 seconds; pinned Treyc VanSickle (C, 8th, 27-11, 34 seed), 1:54; and won 3-1 in overtime over By Faye Haugen of Dover-Eyota, Clawiter won 7Noah Bauer (PI) ROCHESTER It was a very 5 to make his first trip north. Noah Bauer (PI, 9th, 29-8, 3 seed) placed second. He won 8-0 over Mariano Bigalk (G); pinned Hayden Stensland (ZM), 1:29; lost 3-1 in overtime to Ethan Cota (KW); and won 7-3 over Treyc good Section 1A tournament for Three other Knight wrestlers had VanSickle (C) for true second the Kenyon-Wanamingo Knights. their chances to win a berth in the Hayden Stensland (ZM, 8th, 25-13, 2 seed) placed fourth. He pinned Mark Buringa (SC, 8th, Thirteen of fourteen wrestlers state meet, but all three lost in true 14-6), 1:05; was pinned by Noah Bauer (PI), 1:29; pinned Michael Nelson (DE, 7th, 25-15), earned a medal and four of them second-place matches. Jared Claw4:31; and lost 4-1 to Treyc VanSickle (DE) will compete in the State Class A iter, who placed sixth last year in Mariano Bigalk (G, 8th, 14-6) did not place. He lost 8-0 to Noah Bauer (PI); won 6-2 over meet beginning on Friday in St. the state meet, was seeded third at Jeremy Keller (LC, 10th, 16-23) and lost 9-1 to Mark Buringa (SC) 113 Paul. 113 pounds with a 30-14 record. Joey Majerus (ZM, 11th, 337-3, 1 seed) placed second. He pinned Brandon Allen (LC, 9th, The Knights won three golds, The sophomore advanced to the 8-25), 1:55; pinned Joel Gadient (G), 56 seconds; lost 3-2 to Jared Goldsmith (C, 11th, 28-0); one silver, and three bronze med- semifinals where he was stopped and won 6-0 over Jared Clawiter (KW) for true second. als. In addition, two Knights each by second-seeded and fourthJared Clawiter (KW, 10th, 230-14, 3 seed) placed third. He pinned Isaac Haman (PI), 1:21; placed fourth, fifth and sixth. ranked Jared Goldsmith of Chatlost 5-4 to Jared Goldsmith (C); won 7-1 over Alan Spaeth (SC, 10th, 23-11); won 5-3 over Joel Gadient (G); and lost 5-0 to Joey Majerus (ZM) for true second Both Ted Androli and Drew field, 5-4. Dropped into wrestleJoel Gadient (G, 10th, 29-10, 4 seed) placed fourth. He won 2-0 over Alan Spaeth (SC); was Sathrum advance to the State Class backs, Clawiter earned a pair of pinned by Joey Majerus (ZM), 56 seconds; pinned Isaac Haman (PI), 3:15; and lost 5-3 to Jared A Meet for the second straight decisions to advance to the true Clawiter year. Although neither medaled second match against top-seeded Isaac Haman (PI, 9th, 27-12) placed sixth. He was pinned by Jared Clawiter (KW), 1:21; won last March, both travel to St. Paul Joey Majerus of Zumbrota10-2 over Tagen Miller (WK, 7th, 21-16); was pinned by Joel Gadient (G), 3:15; and lost 4-0 to as section champions this time Mazeppa. Majerus was upset by Allen Spaeth (SC) 120 around. Goldsmith in the finals. But MaBailee OReilly (G, 9th, 27-12, 3 seed) placed fourth. He won 11-1 over Marcus Otomo (DE, Androli was seeded third at 132 jerus earned a 5-0 decision to ad7th, 9-14); lost 4-3 to Ty VanSickle (C, 9th, 34-8, 2 seed); pinned Bradley Kish (KW), 3:40; and pounds, but knocked off second vance to state for the fourth straight lost 4-3 to Kevin McGinley (LC, 11th, 25-13, 4 seed) seeded Andrew Schmidt of Lake year. Bradley Kish (KW, 9th, 29-13) placed fifth. He lost 9-4 to Kevin McGinley (LC); pinned Maverick City (ranked 10th) in the semifiTrent Brossard entered the secJackson (ZM), 2:33; was pinned by Bailee OReilly (G), 3:40; and won 8-1 over Marcus Otomo nals and then used three overtimes tion tournament with a 32-11 record (DE) Broghen Kunz (PI, 8th, 3-23) did not place. He lost by technical fall to Kevin McGinley (LC), to beat top-seeded Ryan Meeker at 145 pounds, good enough for a 18-3; and lost 11-2 to Marcus Otomo (DE); 3-1 in the finals. Androli, a sopho- top seed. A technical fall and a Maverick Jackson (ZM, 9th, 9-27) did not place. He lost 8-2 to Jacy Ball (SC, 10th, 23-8, 1 more. heads to St. Paul with a 27- decision put Brossard into the secseed); and was pinned by Bradley Kish (KW), 2:33 15 record. tion finals against second-seeded 126 Sathrum also pulled an upset. and fifth-ranked AJ Riley of ChatMatthew Lexvold (G, 12th, 27-12, 4 seed) placed second. He won 8-4 over Dakota Welsh (DE, 12th, 28-12); lost 7-0 to Patrick Ramirez (T, 12th, 27-5, 1 seed); pinned Conner Swarthout (PI), Seeded second at 170, a fall and field. Riley earned a 3-1 decision; 2:48; won 3-0 over Dylan Craig (KW); and won 7-2 over Jake Mandt (C, 8th, 32-9, 2 seed) for an injury default advanced the jun- dropping Brossard into a true sectrue second ior to the finals where he won 7-6 ond-place match where he came Dylan Craig (KW, 9th, 23-15, 3 seed) placed fourth. He pinned Bradley Schmalzriedt (WK, over top-seeded and fifth-ranked up short 4-3 to Zumbrota10th, 10-29), 3:29; won 3-0 over Jerod Wohlferd (SC, 9th, 11-20); lost 10-4 to Jake Mandt (C); Cody Bly of Chatfield. Sathrum Mazeppas Cody Heitman. won 8-6 over Dakota Welsh (DE); and lost 3-0 to Matthew Lexvold (G) enters the state meet with a 32-10 Mason Stevenson (31-13) Kenyon-Wanamingos Ted Androli and Chatfields Ryan Meeker are all Conner Swarthout (PI, 8th, 13-20) placed sixth. He lost 3-2 to Carl Kozlowski (LC, 9th, 11record. worked hard to get his third-place tangled up in the finals at 132 pounds. Androli earned a triple overtime 22); won 7-5 over Hayden Voxland (ZM); pinned Korby Koch (FC, 10th, 8-24), 1:07; was pinned by Matthew Lexvold (G), 2:48; and lost 12-4 to Dakota Welsh (DE) In his first year as a varsity starter, medal at 152 pounds. Unseeded, decision to advance to state for the second straight year. Hayden Voxland (ZM, 8th, 0-2) did not place. He was pinned by Jake Mandt (C), 35 seconds; sophomore Ethan Cota earned a Stevenson was stopped in the semiand he lost 7-5 to Conner Swarthout (PI) gold medal. Top-seeded at 106 finals by top-seeded and number 132 pounds, Cota won two matches one ranked Hank Friederichs of Ted Androli (KW, 10th, 27-15, 3 seed) placed first. He pinned Lane Heim (SC, 9th, 18-19), with pins but then needed triple Chatfield. Dropped into wrestle2:55; won 5-4 over Andrew Schmidt (LC, 11th, 33-5, 2 seed); and won 3-1 in triple overtime over Ryan Meeker (C, 11th, 30-7, 1 seed) overtime to stop Pine Islands Noah backs, the sophomore made the Mason Huemann (G, 8th, 13-20) placed sixth. He lost 4-0 to Ryan Meeker (C); won 7-0 over Bauer in the finals. Cota carries a most of it, winning by decision Alex Fishbaugher (FC, 12th, 24-15); lost 6-1 to Andrew Schmidt (LC); and lost 3-1 to Lane Heim 32-8 record to the state meet. and fall to be able to challenge for (SC) Senior Jace Clawiter (34-9) had true second against Lake Citys By Faye Haugen After not placing as a sophomore, Tyler Lejcher (PI, 12th, 4-23) did not place. He lost 15-1 to Andrew Schmidt (LC); and was to earn his state trip the hard way. Shane Siewert (seeded second, ROCHESTER Three Pine Is- the PI senior placed fifth last year pinned by Lane Heim (SC), 2:50 Seeded second at 138 pounds, he ranked ninth at 160). But Siewert land wrestlers have the chance to at 152 pounds. He jumped up a Jacob Bennett (ZM, 7th, 16-17) did not place. He lost 3-0 to Lane Heim (SC); and lost 4-0 to need triple overtime to beat Zum- earned a dominating 7-0 decision improve on their 2014 records weight class this year to 160 and Alex Fishbaugher (FC) 138 brota-Mazeppas Freedom Hunt to advance to state. when they advance to the State he came into the section meet with Jace Clawiter (KW, 12th, 34-9, 2 seed) placed second. He pinned Gabe Decker (FC, 12th, 19in the semifinals. Top-seeded and Dylan Craig placed fourth at 126 Class A meet on Friday. All three the top seed, was undefeated at 19), 1:52; won 7-2 in triple overtime against Freedom Hunt (ZM) lost 5-1 to Hank Friederichs top-ranked Hank Friederichs pounds and Luke Rechtzigel was matmen, Noah Bauer, Sam 34-1 and ranked fourth in Class (C, 11th, 38-2, 1 seed); and won 7-5 over Ben Boynton (DE, 11th, 28-12, 4 seed) for true second earned a 5-1 decision in the cham- fourth at 182 pounds. Fifth place McPhail and Zach Kennedy placed A. A pair of falls put McPhail into Logan Breuer (G, 11th, 21-19) placed fourth. He won 14-11 over Ben Boynton (DE); lost 9-1 pionship, and when Hunt defaulted went to Bradley Kish (120) and second at the Section 1A meet in the finals against second-seeded to Hank Friederichs (C); won 13-6 over Gabe Decker (FC); and was pinned by Ben Boynton (DE), 2:57 due to injury, Clawiter had to Bailey Paquin (195). Finishing Rochester on Saturday. and seventh-ranked Andrew Day- Freedom Hunt (ZM, 11th, 29-13, 3 seed) placed sixth. He won 9-5 over Trevor Turner (PI); lost wrestlebacks for true second. Fac- sixth were Kyle Munstermann This is the third time that McPhail land of St. Charles. In a nail-bit- 7-2 in triple overtime to Jace Clawiter (KW); lost by injury default to Ben Boynton (DE); and lost ing fourth-seeded Ben Boynton (160) and Austin Jackson (220). has qualified for the state meet. ing match, Dayland earned a 3-1 by injury default to Gabe Decker (FC) decision in overtime to deny Trevor Turner (PI, 9th, 16-17) did not place. He lost 9-5 to Freedom Hunt (ZM); and lost 1413 to Gabe Decker (FC) McPhail the gold. 145 Zach Kennedy was another PI Cody Heitman (ZM, 12th, 26-7, 3 seed) placed second. He won by injury default over Michael wrestler who was seeded first. Otomo (DE, 10th, 23-10); lost 3-2 to AJ Riley (C, 12th, 33-3, 2 seed); won 3-2 over Ryan Lager Kennedy, ranked 10th at 220 (WK, 12th, 22-20); won 4-2 over Adam Pleschourt (PI); and won 4-3 over Trent Brossard (KW) pounds, pinned his way into the for true second finals to face third-seeded Eric Trent Brossard (KW, 12th, 32-11, 1 seed) placed third. He won by technical fall over Ryan (LC, 10th, 9-31), 18-0; won 7-2 over Adam Pleschourt (PI); lost 3-1 to AJ Riley (C); and Norgrant (ranked seventh). Triple Hanson lost 4-3 to Cody Heitman (ZM) for true second overtime was needed with Norgrant Adam Pleschourt (PI, 12th, 28-13, 4 seed) placed fourth. He won by technical fall over Casey earning a 2-1 upset. The loss Deneen (G), 15-0; won 3-1 over Ryan Lager (WK); pinned Andy Love (FC, 12th, 19-11), 3:21; and dropped Kennedy into true sec- lost 4-3 to Cody Heitman (ZM) ond where he came up big, win- Casey Deneen (G, 10th, 6-16) did not place. He lost by technical fall to Adam Pleschourt (PI), (DE); and lost 18-4 to Andy Love (FC) ning 6-3 over second-seeded and 15-0; won by injury default over Michael Otomo 152 eighth-ranked Jacob Bleess of Mason Stevenson (KW, 10th, 31-13) placed third. He won 4-3 over Bryton Miller (WK, 20-13, Chatfield. This will be Kennedys 4 seed); was pinned by Hank Friederichs (C, 12th, 38-1, 1 seed), 3:00; won 4-2 over Devin second trip to St. Paul. Manzy (ZM); pinned Connor Hansen (FC, 12th, 31-6, 3 seed), 4:52; and lost 7-0 to Shane Advancing to the state meet for Siewert (LC, 11th, 23-3, 2 seed) for true second the first time is freshman Noah Devin Manzy (ZM, 10th, 18-19) placed sixth. He lost 12-2 to Connor Hanson (FC); won 9-5 Riley Huemann (G); lost 4-2 to Mason Stevenson (KW); and lost 5-4 in triple overtime to Bauer. Seeded third, Bauer won over Bryton Miller (KW) by decision and fall to move into Riley Huemann (G, 12th, 20-18) did not place. He was pinned by Shane Siewert (LC), 1:24; the finals against top-seeded Ethan pinned Jericho Braun (SC, 12th, 10-17), 5:01; and lost 9-5 to Devin Manzy 160 Cota of Kenyon-Wanamingo. Triple overtime was needed to Sam McPhail (PI, 12th, 34-1, 1 seed) placed second. He pinned Colton Welsh (DE, 9th, 3-13), decide a champions with Cota earn- 21 seconds; pinned Alex Haffner (C, 12th, 22-14, 4 seed), 3:02; and lost 3-1 in overtime to Dayland (SC, 12th, 30-2, 2 seed) ing a 3-1 decision. Dropped into Andrew Dillon Downes (ZM, 11th, 32-8, 3 seed) placed fourth. He pinned Zane Lehnartz (WK, 10th, the true second match, Bauer re- 1-12), 1:27; lost 8-0 to Andrew Dayland (SC); won 8-0 over Kyle Munstermann (KW); and lost sponded with a 7-3 decision over 8-4 to Alex Haffner (C); Treyc VanSickle of Chatfield. Kyle Munstermann (KW, 12th, 11-12) placed sixth. He lost 9-1 to Alex Haffner (C); won 7-1 Bauer takes a 29-8 record to St. over Colton Welsh (DE); lost 8-0 to Dillon Downes (ZM); and lost 2-0 to Trevor Barnes (FC, 12th, 22-20) Paul. 170 Adam Pleschourt ended his Drew Sathrum (KW, 11th, 32-10, 2 seed) placed first. He pinned Peter Tazin (LC, 11th, 9-22), wrestling career with a fourth-place 1:13; won by injury default over Tom Henry (FC, 12th, 15-5, 3 seed); and won 7-6 over Cody Bly medal at 145 pounds with a 28-13 (C, 12th, 25-2, 1 seed) Noah Prodzinski (ZM, 11th, 17-17) placed fourth. He lost 6-2 to Paul Novak (WK, 11th, 25record. Isaac Haman placed sixth at 113 15, 4 seed); won 7-4 over Reid Seelhammer (DE, 9th, 10-23); won by injury default over Tom 3:01 pounds and Conner Swarthout was Henry (FC); and was pinned by Paul Novak (WK), 182 sixth at 126 pounds. News-Record photos by Faye Haugen Hunter Prodzinski (ZM, 12th, 36-6, 2 seed) placed second. He won by technical fall over Goodhues Matthew Lexvold gets dumped by Chatfields Jake Mandt in the true second place match at 126 Casey Lang (T, 11th, 6-16), 17-2; pinned Dalton Miller (WK, 9th, 10-23), 29 seconds; won 146 over Nick Richards (DE, 11th, 28-7, 3 seed); and lost 6-4 to Niko Anderson (FC, 12th, 33-2, pounds. Lexvold earned a 7-2 decision to advance to his first State Class A Meet. 1 seed) Luke Rechtzigel (KW, 10th, 25-18) placed fourth. He won 9-4 over Charles Dahling (G); lost by technical fall to Niko Anderson (FC), 17-1; won 7-1 over Austin Dahl (C, 10th, 14-11); and was pinned by Nick Richards (DE), 58 seconds Charles Dahling (G, 11th, 31-11, 4 seed) placed fifth. He pinned Cole Atkinson (LC, 11th, 618), 1:28; lost 9-4 to Luke Rechtzigel (KW); pinned Marshal Majerus (SC, 10th, 5-24), 1:14; won by technical fall over Colton Pike (PI), 17-0; was pinned by Nick Richards (DE), 3:01; and pinned Austin Dahl (C), 3:50 Colton Pike (PI, 11th, 16-20) did not place. He lost 16-6 to Niko Anderson (FC); pinned Casey Lang (T), 2:45; and lost by technical fall to Charles Dahling (G), 17-0 195 Seth Tupper (ZM, 11th, 26-15, 3 seed) placed third. He pinned Dalton Lundy (C, 11th, 14-15), 1:19; was pinned by Monty Holm (FC, 12th, 32-0, 2 seed), 3:20; pinned Bailey Paquin (KW), 3:09; pinned Michael Noll (LC, 11th, 31-08, 4 seed), 3:13; and lost 6-2 to Lucas Etchason (T, 12th, 29-1, 1 seed) for true second Bailey Paquin (KW, 11th, 18-13) placed fifth. He lost 11-5 to Michael Noll (LC); pinned Ben Tentis ( WK, 8th, 5-19), 1:45; was pinned by Seth Tupper (ZM), 3:09; and won by injury default over Dalton Lundy (C) 220 Zach Kennedy (PI, 12th, 27-6, 1 seed) placed second. He pinned Bradley Marking (LC, 10th, 3-17), 2:55; pinned Evan Block (ZM), 5:13; pinned Randy Henderson (T, 10th, 20-12, 4 seed), 4:00; lost 2-1 in triple overtime top Eric Norgrant (WK, 12th, 36-5, 3 seed); and won 6-3 over Jacob Bleess (C, 11th, 32-10, 2 seed) for true second Austin Jackson (KW, 10th, 26-17) placed sixth. He won 3-0 over Ben Ramboldt (G); lost 2-1 in triple overtime to Randy Henderson (T); won 3-0 over Evan Block (ZM); lost 11-3 to Jacob Bleess (C); and was pinned by Noah Teed (DE, 10th, 15-19), 3:13 Ben Ramboldt (G, 12th, 12-25) did not place. He lost 3-0 to Austin Jackson (KW); and was pinned by Landon Majerus (SC, 12th, 17-16), 4:23 Evan Block (ZM, 11th, 7-14) did not place. He was pinned by Zach Kennedy (PI), 5:13; and lost 3-0 to Austin Jackson (KW) 285 Josh Dahling (G, 12th, 22-14) placed fifth. He was pinned by Tanner Welsh (DE, 10th, 29-9, 3 seed), 3:21; pinned Seth Donkers (KW), 5:19; lost 1-0 to Andrew Denzer (LC, 12th, 19-12); and pinned Shane Bode (ZM), 1:09 Goodhues Josh Dahling tries to twist his way out of the hold of Lake Pine Islands Noah Bauer works at turning Chatfields Treyc VanSickle Shane Bode (ZM, 12th, 24-16, 3 seed) placed sixth. He lost 5-3 to Andrew Denzer (LC); won Citys Andrew Denzer in wrestle backs at the Section 1A meet in over for back points in the true second place match at 106 pounds. 13-6 over Logan Karver (C, 11th, 18-22); lost 6-3 to Tyler Heim (SC, 12th, 24-5, 2 seed); and Rochester on Saturday. Dahling ends the season with a 22-14 record Bauer earned a 7-3 decision to advance to the state wrestling meet for was pinned by Josh Dahling (G), 1:09 Seth Donkers (KW, 10th, 19-20) did not place. He was pinned by Logan Karver (C), 3:42; and a sixth-place medal at 285 pounds. the first time. pinned Adam Vacura (T, 10th, 16-12), 2:36; and was pinned by Josh Dahling (G), 5:19

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Area Sports

Goodhue sends one to State

By Faye Haugen ROCHESTER For the past two seasons, Goodhues Matt Lexvold had just missed a state meet wrestling trip, finishing third. He didnt want that to happen in his senior year. Seeded fourth, Lexvold was stopped in the semifinals in Rochester by top-seeded and eighthranked Patrick Ramirez of Triton. Dropped into wrestlebacks, Lexvold went to work winning by a fall and decision to challenge for true second for the second year in a row. Facing second-ranked Jake Mandt of Chatfield, Lexvold earned a convincing 7-2 decision to advance to St. Paul with a 27-

12 record. Joel Gadient (113 pounds), a state meet qualifier from last year, Bailee OReilly (120) and Logan Breuer (138) all placed fourth. Charles Dahling (182) and Josh Dahling (285) both placed fifth. Mason Huemann was sixth at 132 pounds.

News-Record photos by Faye Haugen

Pine Islands Sam McPhail works to control the wrist of St. Charles Andrew Dayland in the Section 1A 160pound finals on Saturday in Rochester. McPhail suffered his first loss of the season in overtime to Dayland. McPhail advances to the state meet for the third straight year.

Zumbrota-Mazeppas Hayden Stensland tries to move Chatfields Treyc VanSickle during Saturdays Section 1A wrestling tournament in Rochester. Stensland placed fourth at 106 pounds.

ZM has ten section medalists

By Faye Haugen ROCHESTER Although they didnt have any gold medal winners, the Zumbrota-Mazeppa wrestling team will be sending three matmen to the state meet and they took home ten medals. Joey Majerus will be heading to St. Paul for the fourth straight year to wrestle in the State Class A Meet, but for the first time he will not be doing it as the Section 1A champion. Seeded first at 113 pounds, Majerus used a pair of falls to move into the finals where he faced second-seeded, undefeated and fourth-ranked Jared Goldsmith of Chatfield. Goldsmith was able to hang on for a 3-2 decision and knock Majerus (37-3) into the true second-place match. The junior earned a 5-0 decision over Kenyon-Wanamingos Jared Clawiter to advance to state. Majerus placed third on his first two trips to state and he was fourth last year. After sitting out last year, Cody Heitman earned his second state meet trip. The ZM senior had to wrestle back for true second to advance to the state meet at 138 pounds and he took that same road again this time. Seeded third at 145 pounds with a 26-7 record, Heitman was stopped in the semifinals by second-seeded AJ Riley by a narrow 3-2 decision. Dropped into wrestlebacks, Heitman used a pair of decisions to place third. When Kenyon-Wanamingos topseeded Trent Brossard lost in the finals, Heitman was able to challenge for true second, winning a 4-3 decision. After finishing 22-18 last year at 152 pounds, ZMs Hunter Prodzinski turned his senior season around. Ranked 10th and seeded second, Prodzinski moved into the finals at 182 pounds to face topranked and top-seeded Niko Anderson of Fillmore Central/Lanesboro/ Mable-Canton. Prodzinski came up just short 6-4, but he advances to state with a 36-6 record. Seth Tupper got the chance to wrestle back for true seconds, but in a tough weight class, the Cougar junior placed third. Tupper, seeded third at 195 pounds, was pinned in the semifinals by second seeded, and undefeated Monty Holm of Fillmore Central/Lanesboro/Mable-Canton. When Holm upset top-seeded, undefeate, thirdranked Lucas Etchason of Triton, Tupper was able to contend for the state meet trip. Etchason was able to earn a 6-2 decision to end Tuppers year at 26-15. The Cougars saw Hayden Stensland (106), Dillon Downes (160) and Noah Prodzinski (170) all place fourth. Freedom Hunt (138), Devin Manzy (152) and Shane Bode (285) all placed sixth. Hunt suffered a concussion in his semifinal match with Kenyon-Wanamingos Jace Clawiter and he was unable to return to tournament action.

Bill Frame to be inducted into Region 1 Hall of Fame

By Faye Haugen ROCHESTER Bill Frame, a long time coach at Pine Island High School, will be inducted into the Mayo Civic Center Region 1 Wrestling Hall of Fame on Monday, March 3 at the Downtown Marriot in Rochester. Frame has been a permanent fixture in the Pine Island wrestling program for close to 40 years. The Pine Island native wrestled for the Panthers in the 1970s and has been a Pine Island varsity assistant coach for the past 32 years. Once the wrestling season is completed, Frame is the head coach for the Panther girls track team. The Hall of Fame class also includes Dave Cummings, a wrestler from LeRoy in 1970; Pete Veldman, a 1951 state champion from Albert Lea; Ronald Jacobson, a four-time state place winner from Owatonna; Dave Frame, an assistant coach at Albert Lea for the last 30 years; Jerry Reker, an official for the past 29 years from Kasson-Mantorville; Louie Ohley, a long-time contributor to the Lourdes wrestling program; and Gordan Paschka, the late wrestling and football coach from Winona. Besides honoring the 2014 Hall of Fame class, southeastern Minnesota high school wrestlers will Bill Frame of Pine Island will be inducted into the Mayo Civic Center also be recognized. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. Region 1 Wrestling Hall of Fame on Monday, March 3 with the dinner and awards program beginning at 6:30 p.m. Limited tickets are available by calling Rick Ties at 507-358-7075. (Wrestler, school, grade, record, ranking)

Zumbrota-Mazeppas Hunter Prodzinski tries to lever Dover-Eyotas Nick Richards over for back points in the 182-pound semifinals on Saturday in Rochester. Prodzinski won 14-6 to move on to the finals where he placed second. Top individual game: Bruce Nickell 257 Classic League 2-4-2014 Hinrich Plumbing & Pump 2 vs. 5 Groth Implement; Leos Sportsbar 0 vs. 7 Eberhart Construction; Gars Repair 4 vs. 3 M&D Construction; Dupont Pioneer 4 vs. 3 MJB Farms Top team game: Groth Implement 1154 Top team series: Eberhart Construction 3385 Top bowler game: Rick Kunz 279 Top bowler series: Rick Kunz 672 Harvest League 2-5-2014 PI Pool & Pins 1.5 vs. 2.5 Prigges Flooring; Jims Barbershop 2 vs. 2 Friedrichs; Coffee Mill 0 vs. 4 Schaefers Heating Top team game: Jims Barbershop 1134 Top team series: Schaefers Heating 3264 Top bowler game: Jerry Morrow 279 Top bowler series: Tom Johnson 699 Kenyon-Wanamingos Drew Sathrum switch on Chatfields Cody Bly in the 170-pound finals in the Section 1A meet. Sathrum placed first and will advance to the State Meet for the second straight year. Commercial League 2-6-2014 Ellefson Trucking 2 vs. 7 Stus Proshop; Bluff Valley Campground vs. Kiffmeyer Motorsports; Nelson Family Services 0 vs. 0 Maple Island Top team game: Maple Island 1122 Top team series: Maple Island 3232 sists, 31 ace kills, and 82 digs. Top bowler game: Nick Goranson 256 And that is not counting warm- Top bowler series: Ron Nelson 672

GOODHUE ADULT VOLLEYBALL And the beats goes on

ups!

Class A first round matchups

106 Ethan Cota (KW, 10th, 32-8) vs. Noah Becker (Browerville, 10th, 32-8, ranked 8th) Noah Bauer (PI, 9th, 29-8) vs. Dalton Wagner (Jackson County Central, 8th, 31-10, ranked 10th) 113 Joey Majerus (ZM, 11th, 33-3, ranked 3rd at 120) vs. Danny Franco (Pelican Rapids, 11th, 258) 126 Matthew Lexvold (G, 12th, 27-12) vs. Louie Sanders (Lake Crystal-Welcome Memorial, 11th, 43-2, ranked 1st) 132 Ted Androli (KW, 10th, 27-15) vs. Zack Waln (Bertha-Hewitt/Verndale, 9th, 29-15) 138 Jace Clawiter (KW, 12th, 34-9) vs. Austin Brochoff (Sibley East, 11th, 35-3, ranked 2nd) 145 Cody Heitman (ZM, 12th, 26-7, ranked 8th) vs. Larry Bromstad (Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City, 12th, 42-0, ranked 1st) 160 Sam McPhail (PI, 12th, 34-1, ranked 4th) vs. Mitch Lange (Royalton/Upsala, 12th, 36-2, ranked 2nd) 170 Drew Sathrum (KW, 11th, 32-10) vs. Jordan Goebel (Pierz, 12th, 33-5, ranked 8th) 182 Hunter Prodzinski (ZM, 12th, 36-6, ranked 10th) vs. Nathan Brinker (Holdingford, 11th, 297, ranked 7th) 220 Zach Kennedy (PI, 12th, 27-6, ranked 10th) vs. Trevor Nissen (BOLD, 12th, 18-1)

By Ed Stern Volleyball Commissioner GOODHUE This week, there is good news from Goodhue mens volleyball. The player strike is apparently over. After a 26 hour negotiation session, all disputed strike issues have been solved. We will see next week how the teams and players react to real life again, commented Ed Stern, committee negotiator. I think we are happy on both sides. Player representative Jason Majerus0 was more brief in the HVL Wrestling Conf Over ESPN interview, Whatever. W L W L Lets just play ball and quit cryKasson-Mantorville 11 0 22 6 ing about every little thing! Kenyon-Wanamingo 10 1 21 2 Mens action will resume on Zumbrota-Mazeppa 9 2 23 8 the February 26. Charlie Dickes Cannon Falls 7 4 19 9 Stewartville 7 4 12 11 will play two games, while Goodhue 6 5 18 11 Johnson Trucking will play at 7 Hayfield 4 7 8 11 p.m., and Majerus Garage will Lake City 4 7 8 14 play at 7:45 p.m. Alyse Voth managed to gain Byron 3 8 11 15 Pine Island 2 8 4 12 the Woman of the Week honors. Triton 1 10 7 16 We played so well! I didnt reLaCrescent 0 10 1 17 alize that it was mostly me beSoutheast Gymnastics Conference ing the star! Wow, I am aweW L some! I told you guys (her teamByron/Lourdes 8 0 mates) that I was better than you Pine Island 6 2 said I was! Caledonia/Spring Grove 4 4 Yes, Alyse, you were aweStewartville/Kasson-Mantorville 1 7 some! 100% serving, 61 set as-

Womens Volleyball Standings W L PA Dars FRIENDS 18 6 402 Out of Towners 16 2 287 Stacys 10 8 347 Alyses 9 12 416 Wendys 6 12 349 MisFits 1 20 448

PI POOL & PINS

Island League
2-3-2014 Oertli & Pleschourt 9 vs. DMC Plumbing 21; Kittelson Heating & Plumbing 2 vs. Owens Locker 28; D&M Dairy 22 vs. Producers Hybrids 8; Majerus & Tiarks 14 vs. Comstock Farm 16 Top team series: Owens Locker 3662 Top team game: Owens Locker 1253 Top individual series: Jeff Kes 755 Top individual game: Jeff Kes 288 Island League 2-10-2014 Comstock Farm 10.5 vs. Producers Hybrids 19.5; Majerus & Tiarks 23 vs. D&M Dairy 7; Oertli & Pleschourt 26 vs. Kittelson Heating & Plumbing 4; DMC Plumbing 11 vs. Owens Locker 18.5 Top team series: Producers Hybrids 3365 Top team game: Oertli & Pleschourt 1185 Top individual series: Bruce Nickell 705

STANDINGS

Classic League 2-11-2014 Dupont Pioneer 2 vs. 5 M&D Construction; Gars Repair 3 vs. 4 MJB Farms; Eberhart Construction 2 vs. 5 Leos Sportsbar; Hinrich Plumbing & Pump 7 vs. 0 Groth Implement Top team game: Eberhart Construction 1163 Top team series: Eberhart Construction 3381 Harvest League 2-12-2014 Prigges Flooring 3 vs. 1 Coffee Mill; Friedrichs 1 vs. 3 Jims Barbershop; PI Pool & Pins 1 vs. 3 Schaefers Heating Top team game: Coffee Mill 1086 Top team series: Prigges Flooring 3176 Top bowler game: Tim Paulson 247 Top bowler series: Rick Kunz 655 Commercial League 2-13-2014 Nelson Family Services 0 vs. 7 Bluff Valley Campground; Ellefson Trucking 4 vs. 3 Maple Island; Stus Proshop 0 vs. 7 Kiffmeyer Motorsports Top team game: Kiffmeyer Motorsports 1164 Top team series: Kiffmeyer Motorsports 3334 Top bowler game: Darik Rude 258 Top bowler series: Darik Rude 697

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Area Sports Siera McNallan wraps up her gymnastics career at State

By Faye Haugen MINNEAPOLIS Siera McNallan made her fifth and last appearance in the State Class A Gymnastics Meet at the University of Minnesota on Saturday. The Pine Island senior had a great day with a number of personal best scores. Siera had a great state meet, said Coach Chris Templeton. Competing on he bars, floor and all around, McNallan placed seventh on the floor with a score of 9.4625, was 12th all around with a total score of 36.6125, and was 19th on the bars with a score of 8.9125. McNallan also scored a 9.2875 in the vault and 8.950 on the beam for her all-around score. Siera started on the beam. On her first vault, her hand slipped and she landed the vault, but it was really low. Her second vault was much better. This time she was able to get a good block off the table and landed the vault without taking any steps. She had a nice bar routine. She didnt touch her feet on her release move and her full dismount was the best she has done in competition,, reported Coach Templeton. Beam was next. She had a very nice routine, but, unfortunately, she wasnt able to land her tumbling series. The rest of the routine was very clean, scoring her almost a nine. Siera saved the best for last. Her floor was awesome. She nailed all of

AREA SPORTS SCHEDULE

Tuesday, February 25 Section 2AA boys basketball, Kenyon-Wanamingo at Waseca, 7 p.m. Thursday, February 27 West Section 1A girls basketball at Goodhue, 7 p.m. West Section 1AA girls basketball, Zumbrota-Mazeppa at Eyota, 7 p.m. West Section 1AA girls basketball, Triton at Kenyon, 7 p.m. West Section 1AA girls basketball, Pine Island at Rochester Lourdes, 7 p.m. Friday, February 21 State Class A individual wrestling tournament at Xcel Energy Center, 9 a.m. Saturday, March 1 State Class A individual wrestling tournament at Xcel Energy Center, 10:30 a.m. Section 1A boys basketball championship at Mayo Civic Auditorium, 2 p.m. Section 1AA boys basketball championship at Mayo Civic Auditorium, 8 p.m. Monday, March 3 West Section 1A girls basketball at Mayo Civic Auditorium, 6 p.m. West Section 1AA girls basketball at Mayo Civic Arena, 6 and 7:30 p.m.

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By Faye Haugen fotofaye@yahoo.com

Wrestling rankings
The final Class A wrestling rankings were released on Friday by the Guillotine with little changes. In the final Class A team rankings Chatfield moves up to fourth, Kenyon-Wanamingo drops to 10th and Zumbrota-Mazeppa moved up to 11th. Section 1A individuals ranked in the top 10 with their grade and ranking in the first poll are as follows:
113 - 4. Jared Goldsmith, 11, Chatfield (5); 6. Jared Clawiter, 10, KenyonWanamingo (4); 120 - 3. Joey Majerus, 11, ZumbrotaMazeppa (3); 10. Ty Van Sickle, 9, Chatfield (nr) 126 - 8. Patrick Ramirez, 12, Triton (9) 132 - 10. Andrew Schmidt, 11, Lake City (nr) 138 - 1. Hank Friederichs ,11 , Chatfield (1) 145 - 5. AJ Riley, 12, Chatfield (5); 8. Cody Heitman, 12 Zumbrota-Mazeppa (9) 152 - 3. Harvey Friederichs, 12, Chatfield (3) 160 - 4. Sam McPhail, 12, Pine Island (4); 7. Andrew Dayland, 12, St. Charles (8); 9. Shane Siewert, 11, Lake City (nr) 170 - 5. Cody Bly, 12, Chatfield (5) 182 - 1. Niko Anderson, 12, Fillmore Central/Lanesboro/Mable-Canton (1); 8. Nick Richards, 12, Dover-Eyota (8); 10. Hunter Prodzinski, 12, Zumbrota-Mazeppa (10) 195 - 3. Lucas Etchason, 12, Triton (3); 7. Monty Holm, 12, Fillmore Central/ Lanesboro/Mable-Canton (7) 220 - 7. Eric Norgrant, 12, WabashaKellogg (8); 8. Jacob Blees, 11, Chatfield (9); 10. Zach Kennedy, 12, Pine Island (7) 285 - 7. Tanner Welsh, 10, Dover-Eyota (7); 8. Mike Schivley, 12, Wabasha-Kellogg (8)

Goodhue opens section play with a win over LP

By Faye Haugen GOODHUE Top-seeded Goodhue opened West Section 1A play on Saturday with a 56-42 win over Lyle/Pacelli in Goodhue. Weather conditions forced the game to be cancelled twice Thursday and Friday. This was the second meeting between these two squads. Goodhue earned a 79-47 win over the Athletics on February 13 in Goodhue. The Cats played their controlled offense, making multiple passes before taking a shot. That led to a 28-14 lead at the half. Both teams scored 28 points in the second half. The difference in the game turned out to be at the free throw line. Goodhue was 18 of 23 compared to LPs 5 of 8. Riley led Goodhue with 24 points with Tyler Schumacher adding 16. The Wildcats were scheduled to play fourth-seeded Southland on Monday evening as the NewsRecord went to press. A win will put Goodhue in the West Section 1A finals against the Blooming Prairie/Bethlehem Academy winners at 2 p.m. at Mayo Civic Auditorium in Rochester. The Section 1A finals are set for Thursday, March 6 at 6 p.m. in Mayo Civic Arena in Rochester.
Goodhue 56 - Lyle/Pacelli 42 G - Riley Bollum 24, Tyler Schumacher 16, Riley Augustine 6, Alex Thomforde 2, Calvin Peterson 3, Jacob Pasch 1, Austin Buck 4 Scoring by halves Lyle/Pacelli 14 28 = 42 Goodhue 28 28 = 56 Free throws: G - 18 of 23 for 78%; LP - 5 of 8 for 62%; Field goals: G - 18 of 39 for 46%; LP - 16 of 38 for 42%; Turnovers: G - 17; LP - 23; Rebounds: G - 21; LP - 14; Threepointers: G- Tyler Schumacher (2); LP - 5

News-Record photos by MJ Templeton

With a smile on her face Pine Islands Siera McNallan completes her floor routine at the State Class A Gymnastics Meet in Minneapolis, Saturday.

her passes and her 9.4 was a perMcNallan earned All State honsonal best at state and good for ors on vault and floor and honorseventh place. He 36.625 in the able mention All State on bars, all-around was also a personal best beam, and all-round. at state and good for 12th. Siera is one of the top gymnasts to ever compete at Pine Island. Not only will we miss her scores but her leadership as well, praised Coach Templeton. Siera, along with our other seniors, Katie Schultz and Allie Anderson, were always helping the younger gymnasts. They choreographed floor and beam routines for them, helped coach skills and made practice fun. They will be missed. McNallan qualified for her first state meet as a seventh grader on the bars as and as a member of the Panthers Section 1A championship team that placed eighth. She just missed qualifying as an eighth grader, but she returned to state to compete as a freshman with her Section 1A championship teammates and as an individual in the floor (9th), all-around (14th), vault (17th) and beam (19th). As a sophomore, McNallan qualified in four events, placing 13th all-around, 15th on both the vault and bars and 22nd on the beam. Last year as a junior, she placed fifth in the vault and 15th on the beam. Medals are awarded through sixth place at the state level.

Cannon Falls ends ZMs season in sub-section play

By Faye Haugen CANNON FALLS For the third time this season ZumbrotaMazeppa played Cannon Falls. For the third time, the Bombers came away the winner. The difference in this game was that it marked the end of the season for the Cougars. The Bombers topped ZM 7851 and 74-35 in HVL Blue Division play. On Saturday, Cannon Falls was a 66-55 winner over ZM in West Section 1AA play in Cannon Falls. ZM played their best game of the three against the Bombers on Saturday. The Cougars trailed 2921 at the half and they played with Cannon Falls well into the second half before the Bombers pulled away for the 11-point win. The Cougars shot the ball well from the field, hitting 21 of 29 for 53%, but they were hampered by 20 turnovers. Three seniors led ZM in scoring. Ellis Hirman had a big game with 24 points and 10 rebounds. Kurt Gadient netted 15 points and Jacob Ugland chipped in 12. The Cougars end the season with a 7-16 overall record. They will graduate four starters in Jacob Tschann, Ellis Hirman, Kurt Gadient and Jacob Ugland.
Zumbrota-Mazeppa 55 Cannon Falls 66 ZM - Kurt Gadient 15, Ellis Hirman 24, Jacob Ugland 12, Jacob Forrey 2, Jacob Tschann 2 Scoring by halves Zumbrota-Mazeppa 21 34 = 55 Cannon Falls 29 37 = 66 Free throws: ZM- 9 of 1`7 for 52%; Field goals: ZM- 21 of 39 for 53%; Rebounds: ZM26 (Ellis Hirman 10); Turnovers: ZM- 20; Three-pointers: ZM - Kurt Gadient (3), Jacob Tschann (1), Jacob Ugland (1)

Thanks MJ
I have to send a special thank you to MJ Templeton for all of the gymnastics photos she has supplied for the News-Record this season. I try to get to as many games as possible to get as many faces as possible each week in the paper. MJ graciously shared her talents by taking photos through the winter months so that I could get to two other basketball games or wrestling meets. She even braved the horrible road conditions to attend the State Class A Gymnastics Meet at the University of Minnesota. Anyone who was on the roads on Saturday knows what Im talking about. So, again, thanks MJ for all of your help this season. It is appreciated.

The season is winding down

Hockey, dance, and gymnastics seasons have been completed and boys and girls basketball tournaments are well underway. Even though there is plenty of snow on the ground, the spring sports season is only a few short weeks away. Lets hope that Spring 2014 is much better than Spring 2013.

Warneke to play in all star football game

Ben Warneke, a senior at Pine Island, has been selected to play in the Minnesota Football Coaches Association All Star Game on June 28 at St. Cloud University.

Basketball tryouts being held

The Southeastern Minnesota Piranhas Basketball Association is opening up the spring/summer AAU basketball program for boys in grades five through nine. Tryouts will be held March 8 and 9 with a site and time to be determined. The Piranhas are entering their third season play in tournaments in Minnesota and Wisconsin. You must register my March 2. Contact www.semnpiranhas.com for more information.

With Coach Chris Templeton spotting her, Siera McNallan looks for her landing spot as she dismounts the bars at the State Class A Gymnastics Meet on Saturday at the University of Minnesota.

2014 South Section 2AA Boys Basketball

1. Waseca
Thursday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at Waseca Friday, February 28 at Mankato East 6 p.m.

Panthers for a Cure raise $750

PINE ISLAND The annual Panthers for a Cure raised $750 for cancer research during the January 24 Pine Island girls basketball game against Hayfield. Panther team members sold shirts and bracelets to raise funds. Helping to make the program a success are, from left, front row: Hailey Bauman, Sydney Cavallaro, Lauren Hunskor, Autumn Pin and Brittany Kunz; middle row: Amber Kennedy, Kaylee Drazan, Summer Cavallaro, Emilee Fredrickson, Kaitlyn Champs, Noelle Langworthy and Amanda Troester; back row: Emilee Rucker, Leah Anderson, Eliza Warneke, Sam Heeren, Niki Fokken, Kalley Berg and Mikayla Radtke.

8. Kenyon-Wanamingo 4. St. Peter

Thursday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at St. Peter

5. Tri-City United 2. NRHEG

Thursday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at New Richland

Tuesday, March 4 at Minnesota State University, Mankato, 8 p.m.

HVL BASKETBALL SCORING LEADERS

HVL girls basketball Player G Pts Avg 15.5 9.3 24.5 10.9 7.5 5.8 5.2 18.1 11.5 10.7 10.4 16.7 13.7 10.9 17.5 13.5 9.2 8.5 5.9 5.6 17.3 13.3 14.5 Byron Vanessa Anderson 23 356 Cannon Falls Courtney Woodcock 19 176 Goodhue Mikayla Miller 24 586 Shelby Hinsch 24 261 Kali Ryan 24 180 Michelle Hadler 24 140 Meredith Watson 24 125 Hayfield Dani Wagner 23 417 Johanna Bungum 24 275 Bhrett Zahnle 24 257 Jessie Foster 24 250 Kasson-Mantorville Cori Kennedy 24 403 Kristin Scott 24 329 Taylor Miller 24 263 Kenyon-Wanamingo Siri Sviggum 24 419 Audra Clark 24 323 Megan Quam 20 184 Brittney Flom 23 197 Meg Clark 24 141 Mara Quam 24 135 LaCrescent Katie Weller 10 173 Jen Michalke 10 133 Lake City Breanna Gates 21 394 Madi Green 22 270 Lourdes Katie Helt 22 258 Pine Island Nikki Fokken 22 367 Sam Heeren 23 274 Noelle Langworthy 23 149 Kalley Berg 23 100 Summer Cavallaro 23 95 Stewartville Ashley Eberle 22 204 Triton Emily Hodgman 20 172 Zumbrota-Mazeppa Carley Henning 21 236 Hailey Dykes 22 209 Kalli Paukert 22 180 Taylor Mort 22 141 Alyssa Quam 22 130 Molly Lawler 21 119 HVL boys basketball Byron Buster Meyer 27 Cannon Falls Brock Peterson 26 Alex Bultena 26 Jordan Lundell 19 Goodhue Tyler Schumacher 26 Riley Bollum 26 Riley Augustine 25 Jacob Pasch 26 12.3 11.7 16.6 11.9 6.4 4.3 4.1 9.2 8.6 11.2 9.5 8.2 6.4 5.9 5.7 Alex Thomforde 26 100 Hayfield Cole Kruger 25 426 Jeremy Stuart 25 302 Drew Streightiff 25 257 Kasson-Mantorville Braxton Raymond 25 424 Brandon Scott 26 380 Alec Pena 26 281 Kenyon-Wanamingo Ben Nystuen 23 224 Marcus Irrthum 23 199 Connor Sviggum 23 126 Eric Hokanson 22 112 Garrick Mallery 12 55 LaCrescent Zach Melbostad 21 455 Nate Peterson 25 309 Joe Sandvik 25 266 Lake City Bradley Kuchinka 14 264 Reid Lundell 23 376 Jesse Oliver 24 257 Lourdes Jacob Schaefer 25 550 Nick Hanson 25 253 Pine Island Ben Warneke 24 421 Brock Finstuen 23 260 Luke Thornton 24 266 Jared Lohmeyer 24 132 Stewartville Aaron Quandt 26 564 Evan Schlee 26 317 3.8 17.0 12.1 10.3 17.0 14.6 10.9 9.7 8.6 5.4 5.0 4.5 21.5 12.4 10.6 18.9 16.3 10.7 22.0 10.1 17.6 11.3 11.1 5.5 21.7 12.2 Zumbrota-Mazeppa Ellis Hirman 19 287 Jacob Ugland 22 312 Kurt Gadient 22 201 Jacob Tschann 22 98 Jacob Forrey 22 93 15.1 14.2 9.1 4.5 4.2

7. Medford 3. WEM
Thursday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m. at Waterville

Friday, February 28 at Mankato East 7:30 p.m.

6. Maple River

2014 West Section 1A Boys Basketball

1. Goodhue
Thursday, Feb. 20,

Goodhue
Monday, Feb. 24

8. Lyle/Pacelli
Tuesday, Feb. 18

ZM PAC meeting is Monday

ZUMBROTA ZumbrotaMazeppa High School will be holding their PAC (Parents, Athletes, Coaches) spring meeting on Monday, March 3 at 6 p.m. at the high school. All spring athletes and their parents are asked to be on time to meet with their coaches for information about the upcoming season. If you need more information, please contact the high school or visit the ZM school website at www.zmschools.us.

Lyle/Pacelli

9. LeRoy-Ostrander 4.Southland
Thursday, Feb. 20

Southland
Saturday, March 1 2 p.m. at Mayo Auditorium

5. Randolph 2. Blooming Prairie

Thursday, Feb. 20

427 15.8 403 15.5 319 12.7 196 10.3 312 290 260 103 12.0 11.2 10.4 4.0

Blooming Prairie

7. Glenville-Emmons Monday, Feb. 24 3. Bethlehem Academy

Thursday, Feb. 20

6. Grand Meadow Bethlehem Academy

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Girls Basketball
Goodhue rolls to 21st win of the season
By Faye Haugen GOODHUE The Goodhue girls basketball team rolled to an easy win at Dodge Center on Tuesday, crushing the Cobras 63-27 on Tuesday. The Wildcats jumped out to a 37-14 lead by the half and never looked back. Triton was seeking their first HVL win of the season. With the loss, they finish at 0-16. Mikayla Miller led the way for record and are averaging 75 points Goodhue, netting a game-high 25 per game. points. Shelby Hinsch added 14. Goodhue 63 - Triton 27 Goodhue ends regular season G - Mikayla Miller 23, Kali Ryan 6, Michelle 6, Shelby Hinsch 14, Meredith Watson play with a 21-5 overall record. Hadler 2, Rachel Watson 6, Brittney Ryan 2 That Cats, ranked fourth in Class Scoring by halves A, earned the top seed in West Goodhue 37 26 = 63 Section 1A play. Lyle/Pacelli, Triton 14 13 = 27 ranked fifth in Class A, was seeded Free throws: G - 10 of 22 for 45%; T - 6 of 10 second. The Athletics have a 23-0 for 60%; Three-pointers: G - Michelle Hadler
(1), Mikayla Miller (1) ; T -- 1

News-Record photo by Faye Haugen News-Record photos by Faye Haugen

Goodhues Sydney Lodermeier and Megan Ryan form a dome around Zumbrota-Mazeppas Tayler Mort during Fridays game in Goodhue.

Zumbrota-Mazeppas Molly Lawler weaves her way between Kenyon-Wanamingos Siri Sviggum, Meg Clark, and Megan Quam in Tuesdays game in Kenyon.

Zumbrota-Mazeppas final push comes up short at Goodhue

By Faye Haugen GOODHUE Despite horrible weather conditions, Goodhue hosted Zumbrota-Mazeppa on Friday in the regular season finale for both teams. Goodhue earned a 59-48 win, but the game was much closer than the score indicates. It was a game of runs. Goodhue built up a nine-point lead in the open half before ZM made it a two-point game when Molly Lawler sank a three to make it 2624. The Wildcat were able to score the last four points of the half for a 30-24 lead heading into the locker room. Goodhue built up another ninepoint edge midway through the second half before ZM closed the gap to four points. By converting a few late turnovers and hitting their free throws, the Cats were able to build up their biggest lead as the game wound down. Mikayla Miller led Goodhue with 25 points. Kali Ryan and Meredith Watson each added 10 on Senior Night. Hailey Dykes paced ZM with 13 points, with Carley Henning adding 12. We were very disappointed in our effort against Goodhue in our first game (78-44 loss on January 21) so we wanted to redeem ourselves, said ZM coach Scott Paukert. We played well in most areas but one, and that was taking care of the ball. Goodhue is too strong to beat when we have 25 plus turnovers in the game. Goodhues athleticism gave us problems the whole game, but our girls gave it their all right up until the end of the game. We are excited about our chances to knock off a higher seeded team in the subsections and look forward to the opportunity. The Wildcats (21-5) earned the number one seed in West Section 1A. Goodhue will host the Glenville-Emmons or Bethlehem Academy winner on Thursday at 7 p.m. in Goodhue. Semifinal play will be on Monday at 6 p.m. in Rochester. Seeded sixth, ZumbrotaMazeppa (11-12) will travel to
1. Goodhue
Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m.at Goodhue

ZM throws a scare at KW
By Faye Haugen KENYON The ZumbrotaMazeppa Cougars came into Kenyon on Tuesday riding a fivegame winning streak. They needed an upset win over second-ranked Kenyon-Wanamingo to extend that run, and they almost pulled it off. The Cougars jumped out to an early lead in the first half, building up a 10-point lead before the Knights made it a two-point game at the half with ZM up 22-20. Siri Sviggum hit pair of threes to get the Knights started in the second half. Another basket by Sviggum put KW ahead for good with 12:19 to play, 31-29. The Cougars kept the game close with Kalli Paukert hitting a pair of treys and added a steal and a basket to close the gap to 47-44 with 55 seconds to play. KW was content to use as much of the clock as possible. ZM fouled to get the ball back and the Knights hit four of four free throws over the last 39 seconds to seal the win. We played well most of the game, but we had a lull in the last five minutes of the first half and the first five minutes of the second. As all good teams do, KW took advantage of that opportunity, lamented ZM coach Scott Paukert. Siri Sviggum scored 11 points in a three-minute span and that turned the game around. I was proud of how we kept battling, but the Knights hit their free throws down the stretch. Sviggum tallied 17 points to lead KW in scoring. Audra Clark added 12. ZM saw Kalli Paukert and Alyssa Quam each net 10 points. Kenyon-Wanamingo earned the top seed in West Section 1AA and will host Triton on Thursday at 7 p.m. ZM was seeded sixth and will play at Eyota on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Kenyon-Wanamingo 75 Belle Plaine 31 KW - Mara Quam 5, Audra Clark 12, Siri Sviggum 17, Meg Clark 8, Megan Quam 6, Kailee Berquam 3 ZM - Kalli Paukert 10, Alyssa Quam 10, Carley Henning 9, Molly Lawler 2, Hailey Dykes 9, Tayler Mort 5 Scoring by halves Zumbrota-Mazeppa 22 23 = 45 Kenyon-Wanamingo 20 31 = 51 Free throws: KW - 3 of 15 for 86%; ZM - 6 of 10 for 60%; Field goals: KW - 16 of 43 for 37%; ZM - 17 of 41 for 41%; Rebounds: KW 24; ZM - 22; Turnovers: KW - 15; ZM - 16; Three-pointers: KW - Siri Sviggum (4), Mara Quam (1), Kailee Berquam (1); ZM - Kalli Paukert (2), Alyssa Quam (2), Tayler Mort (1)

Goodhues Rachel Watson gets a hand up to try and block ZumbrotaMazeppas Hailey Dykes shot in Fridays game.

third-seeded Dover-Eyota on Lodermeier (1) ; ZM -- Kalli Paukert (1), Alyssa Thursday to begin West Section Quam (1), Molly Lawler (2) 1AA play. Semifinals will be played at 7:30 p.m. on Monday in Rochester Southeast Gymnastics Conference Goodhue 59

STANDINGS

Zumbrota-Mazeppa 48 G - Mikayla Miller 25, Kali Ryan 10, Michelle Hadler 6, Shelby Hinsch 7, Meredith Watson 10, Sydney Lodermeier 3 ZM - Kalli Paukert 7, Alyssa Quam 8, Carley Henning 12, Molly Lawler 8, Hailey Dykes 13 Scoring by halves Zumbrota-Mazeppa 24 24 = 48 Goodhue 30 29 = 59 Free throws: G - 10 of 15 for 66%; ZM - 9 of 12 for 75%; Field goals: G- 23 of 50 for 46%; ZM - 17 of 44 for 38%; Rebounds: G - 22; ZM - 31; Turnovers: G - 13; ZM - 28; Threepointers: G - Michelle Hadler (2), Sydney

W Byron/Lourdes 8 Pine Island 6 Caledonia/Spring Grove 4 Stewartville/Kasson-Mantorville 1 LaCrescent 1 HVL Girls Basketball Conf Blue Division W L Kenyon-Wanamingo 18 0 Goodhue 14 4 Pine Island 9 8 Zumbrota-Mazeppa 8 10 Lake City 6 10 Cannon Falls 1 16 Triton 0 16 Gold Division Conf Kasson-Mantorville 14 2 Hayfield 13 4 Byron 8 8 Lourdes 8 8 LaCrescent 7 9 Stewartville 2 13 HVL Boys Basketball Conf Blue Division W L Cannon Falls 15 2 Lake City 11 7 Goodhue 8 10 Pine Island 7 11 Zumbrota-Mazeppa 5 13 Triton 2 16 Kenyon-Wanamingo 0 18 Gold Division Conf

L 0 2 4 7 7

2014 West Section 1A Girls Basketball

8. Bethlehem Academy
Tuesday, Feb. 25 Monday, March 3 6 p.m. Mayo Civic Auditorium

9. Glenville-Emmons 4.Southland
Thursday, Feb. 27 at Adams

Over W L 23 1 21 5 13 10 11 12 11 11 4 20 3 19 Over 20 4 19 5 11 12 14 10 12 12 2 20 Over W L 18 9 15 9 17 10 11 13 7 15 5 21 0 23 Over

Zumbrota-Mazeppas Carley Henning jumps up high to get in front of Kenyon-Wanamingos Brittney Flom in Tuesdays game in Kenyon. Byron Hayfield Kasson-Mantorville Lourdes LaCrescent Stewartville HVL Wrestling 14 13 13 10 8 8 3 4 4 7 9 9 19 20 17 14 11 14 8 5 9 11 15 12

2014 West Section 1AA Girls Basketball

1. Kenyon-Wanamingo
Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. at Kenyon Monday, March 3, 6 p.m. at Mayo Civic Arena

8. Triton 4. Lourdes
Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. at Rochester

5. Randolph 2. Lyle/Pacelli 7. Grand Meadow

Thursday, Feb. 27 at Lyle

Saturday, March 8 2 p.m. at Mayo Auditorium Monday, March 3 7:30 p.m.

3. Blooming Prairie Mayo Civic 6. LeRoy-Ostrander

Thursday, Feb. 27 Auditorium, at Blooming Prrairie

Conf W L Kasson-Mantorville 11 0 Kenyon-Wanamingo 10 1 Zumbrota-Mazeppa 9 2 Cannon Falls 7 4 Stewartville 7 4 Goodhue 6 5 Hayfield 4 7 Lake City 4 7 Byron 3 8 Pine Island 2 8 Triton 1 10 LaCrescent 0 10

Over W L 22 6 21 2 23 8 19 9 12 11 18 11 8 11 8 14 11 15 4 12 7 16 1 17

5. Pine Island 2. Hayfield

Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. at Hayfield

Saturday, March 8, 8 p.m. at Mayo Civic Auditorim

7. Cannon Falls 3. Dover-Eyota

Thursday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m. at Eyota

Monday, March 3 7:30 p.m. at Mayo Civic Arena

6. Zumbrota-Mazeppa

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convince them his time would be better spent in one location. He said, I assume most people are like myself; you like some consistency, not all different types of providers rotating through. And from my standpoint it is a big deal, too, because with patients, a physician ends up having a lot of their information in their heads. It works a lot better if you have an ongoing relationship with people. So it works better for the patient and the provider. Since January 1, Detert has been primarily at the Wanamingo clinic and he enjoys it. His specialty is family medicine, but his clinical interests include primary care, geriatrics and rural medicine. He has been active in hospice programs, diabetes support groups, dementia treatment programs, and health care politics. Detert likes the variety that comes with family practice medicine. For the last eight years Ive been doing internal medicine, he said, explaining that the Litchfield clinic hired a team of female OB/GYN doctors, and when you no longer provide obstetrics and gynecology, you become an internist. So when I came here I did all kinds of continuing education to get up to speed on pediatrics, he said. He has seen more children and women patients at the Wanamingo clinic then he did at Litchfield. He said smaller towns such as these also have a higher percentage of older patients than in large cities. Detert sees patients at the Wanamingo clinic all day, Monday through Thursdays and a halfday on Fridays. He also works one Saturday a month at the Northwest OMC clinic in Rochester, in addition to helping out at the Cannon Falls clinic when another physician needs to be covered. In his free time, Detert enjoys cross-country skiing, gardening, fishing, and hunting. He and his wife like to travel and, of course, spend time with their grandchildren and family. As for retirement, he said hed rather be working for a while and joked that he is avoiding retirement so he doesnt move into his wifes kitchen and start directing her on how to arrange things, leading to marriage troubles. To make an appointment with Dr. Detert and the OMC Wanamingo staff call 507-824-2217.

Mazeppa

Oronoco Pine Island

Section B of NEWS-RECORD

Dr. Detert is the permanent full-time physician at OMC Wanamingo

Pine Island Girl Scout Troop 25596 received a Star of the North Award for their Cookies for the Community project. From left to right, front row: Nora Kramer, Grace Sundt, Zoey Gergen, Jennah Brandt, Nina Thornton, Madeline Johnston, Brooklynn Kelley, Isabelle Burkhart-Voeltz, and Ayla Yetzer; middle row: Sophia Lowrie, Lacy Hinton, Ellie Hoffarth, Madeline Ziller, Cheyenne Douglas, Reese Koenen; back row: Ivana Micallef-Johnston, Congressman John Kline, Becky Ziller. Not pictured: Abby Henderson. Also honored at the ceremony were Pine Haven Care Center youth volunteers Jacob Wolkenhauer and Matt Liffrig and the Borrow-A-Bike program, represented by coordinators Roy Larson and Jerry Vettel.

Photo by Alicia Hunt-Welch

Dr. David Detert is the new permanent physician at the Olmsted Medical Center clinic in Wanamingo. Over the past two years, several physicians have staffed the local OMC clinic after Dr. Micheal Blue moved out of state in March 2012. Dr. Detert brings his rural Minnesota roots and extensive experience in family practice and internal medicine to patients in Wanamingo.

Pine Island volunteers earn Star of the North awards

By Audra DePestel PINE ISLAND The Star of the North Congressional Award ceremony was held on February 13 at Kenwood Trail Middle School in Lakeville. Pine Islanders receiving awards were Matt Liffrig and Jacob Wolkenhauer, youth volunteers at Pine Haven Care Center; Pine Island Girl Scout Troop 25596; and the Borrow-A-Bike program, represented by coordinators Roy Larson and Jerry Vettel. U.S. Congressman John Kline congratulated and presented the recipients with their award certificates at the ceremony. The Star of the North Congressional Award was created in 2006 and was designed to publicly recognize the extraordinary acts of service and random acts of kindness of Minnesotans. Kline said Minnesota is blessed to be surrounded by so many selfless individuals who are willing to step up to address the needs they see in our communities and beyond.
Liffrig and Wolkenhauer

By Alicia Hunt-Welch WANAMINGO It took a couple years to secure a permanent full-time physician at the Olmsted Medical Center clinic in Wanamingo, but patients can now get comfortable with a doctor who brings with him a great deal of experience in medicine. Dr. David Detert is the new face of OMC Wanamingo, and his goal is to bring consistency to patients so they can look forward to seeing the same physician every time. He said, To me the key thing is to build a relationship with people we are seeing, get to know the people to do a better jobId also like to provide patients with effective health care that suits their needs. Detert is familiar with rural communities and their health care needs. He grew up on a farm in southern Minnesota, south of Fairmont. After high school he went to Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and earned a degree in chemistry. Detert then attended the University of Minnesota Duluth, and he graduated with the first medical school class there, before transferring to the U of M campus in the Twin Cities. Deterts internship was spent in San Diego, California, working

at Naval Medical Center, and he spent 3-1/2 years in active duty in the Navy. When Detert started out his focus was internal medicine. But after his discharge from the Navy, he went to Fargo, North Dakota, to begin a family practice residency. He spent a few years in Redwood Falls and was then offered a position at a new clinic being organized in Litchfield, a small community west of the Twin Cities. He spent 25 years there. While in Litchfield, Detert and his wife began considering the future and where they would like to retire. Their oldest son, his wife and two children live in Northfield and they began promoting that area. Detert and his wife decided to buy a house in Northfield. It comes in handy having a grandma living close by, he explained, since his wife often watches their grandchildren. About this time Detert heard that OMC in Cannon Falls was searching for physicians and he applied with the company. He was hired by Olmsted Medical Center in 2013 and they were dividing his time between the OMC clinics in Wanamingo and Cannon Falls. It took about three months, but during that time Detert was able to

Pine Haven Community is a long-term care facility with 66 residents who reside there. Pine Haven has over 100 volunteers who participate in various ways to give the residents the best possible care and opportunities for leisure activities. Matt Liffrig and Jacob Wolkenhauer are among the youngest volunteers. For the last three years, the two have played games, assisted with activities, and helped out with special events at Pine Haven. For Liffrig, volunteering there means he gets to spend more time with his grandparents who live there and at Evergreen Place. His father

packs. This year as second grade Brownies, the troop continues to sponsor Food for Friends. They are planning in April to again sponsor the weekend food, to stuff the backpacks and add two boxes of Girl Scout cookies to each backpack. Currently, Food for Friends Troop 25596 serves approximately sixty chilGirl Scout Troop 25596 started dren at Pine Island School. off in 2011 as kindergarten Daisy Borrow-A-Bike Girl Scouts. As part of Girl Scout Pine Islands Borrow-A-Bike cookie season, troops have an op- program was the vision of a group tion of participating in Cookies of community volunteers known for the Community where they as the Pine Island Image Commitchoose a worthy organization to tee. Coordinators Roy Larson and donate cookies to. Customers pur- Jerry Vettel, along with many other chase these cookies, specifically volunteers, have been working tirefor donation. lessly for the past five years to Troop 25596 chose Food for promote the community by bringFriends as their donation choice. ing interesting events and activiFood for Friends is a collabora- ties to the city. tion between Pine Island School The Borrow-A-Bike program and Crosswinds Church to pro- was born because a trailhead to vide a backpack full of food on the paved Douglas State Trail beFridays to Pine Island students in gins in the heart of Pine Island need. This ensures adequate nu- and continues along a 13-mile jourtrition over the weekend for local ney through farmland and forests. families who need it most. The The Image Committee wanted to program currently serves children encourage folks to enjoy the scefrom kindergarten through fifth nic trail by setting up a bike shop grade. The Daisy troops goal was where bicycles, tandems, and pullto add one box of Girl Scout cook- behind trailers could be borrowed ies to each backpack. for free. In 2012, kindergarten Troop This vision came to life, as bi25596 stuffed backpacks on two cycles were collected from a occasions and each time the troop citywide clean-up and repaired. added one box of Girl Scout cookies What began as just a few bikes to each backpack. In 2013, as first has grown considerably. grade Daisy Girl Scouts, the troop The City of Pine Island allowed decided to take that goal a little the volunteers to use the historic further. In addition to adding two Butter Factory building to house boxes of Girl Scout cookies to each the Borrow-A-Bike shop. Volunbackpack, they used some of their teers cleaned and painted the inteown hard-earned money from the rior, repaired the bikes, and staffed sales of Girl Scout cookies to spon- the facility to open for business in sor the weeks food for the back- June of 2010.

also works for Pine Haven. Char Tewalt, activity director at Pine Haven, said Wolkenhauer and Liffrig are very caring and patient and make excellent volunteers. She added that it is nice to see young people taking an interest in long-term care.

From left to right, Larry Larsen, Tyrone Friese, Al Nurnberg, and Gerry Puppe have barbeques and conversation at Larsen Industries on Goodhue Customer Appreciation Day.

Goodhue businesses hold Customer Appreciation Day

By R.D. Aaland GOODHUE Thursday, February 20 was Customer Appreciation Day at Goodhue businesses. With the threats of blizzards in the air and the closing of the school, downtown Goodhue was still bustling. As a thank you to their customers, businesses offered a variety of food choices and specials. One customer remarked that you had to know beforehand what the businesses were serving so you didnt get dessert first. First Farmers Merchants Bank was serving chili and cheese. Dons Foods was serving roast beef, Lodemeiers Inc. had ham sandwiches, Larsen Industries had barbeques (from Julias Larsens recipe), The Corner Bar served pork sandwiches with cheese, and Dars Pub served hot dogs and had a happy hour until 5 p.m with 75 cents off every drink. Bars and cookies were available at Hardware Hank, Hedeen Insurance, Voth Insurance,
From left to right, sophomore biology students Summer Cavallaro, Madeline Sorum, Madison House, Brianna Quintero-Bungert, Bailey Trogstad-Isaacson, Morgan DePestel, and Brooke Salfer help host an Advice From Nature meet and greet at Better Brew Coffeehouse on February 19. Seventy-six students have posters on display there.

Advice from Nature presented by Pine Island biology students

Ethan OReilly enjoys his hot dog at Dars Pub. Don Schulte slices his roast beef at Dons Foods.

Haycreek Mutual, Roy N Als (they also had ice cream), and Richs Auto Body. Dick Lodemeier of Lodemeiers Inc. was very busy. He had two drawings that customers were sign-

ing up for, one for adults and one for kids. The winning prizes were not going to be announced until after the drawings were completed. Goodhue Customer Appreciation Days are always on the third Thursday in February. Next year it will be on Thursday, February 18, 2015.

By Audra DePestel PINE ISLAND Sophomore biology students at Pine Island High School recently concluded a unit on ecology by designing Advice from Nature posters which are currently on display at Better Brew Coffeehouse. Students picked a favorite piece of nature and came up with a strategy using biology, English, and artistic skills to create a poster that asks the question

What advice would nature give? Seventy-six posters from Ms. Megan Schimeks biology class are lining the walls at Better Brew and will be on display through the end of February. On February 19, a public meet and greet was held, hosted by the students. This was the second year that Schimeks class has used the Advice from Nature curriculum. Schimek said the curriculum pro-

vides students with a deeper understanding of themselves and nature. It connects to human behavior and is easy to relate to. She said it provides interaction between people and nature and provides meaning in students lives. The program also offers inspiration and guidance to student positive behavior and seeing the world from a different perspective.

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Zumbrota

City of Zumbrota issues new frozen water policy

By Tara Chapa ZUMBROTA The Zumbrota City Council passed a frozen water policy at its Thursday, February 20 meeting. The policy states that the city is not responsible for water services that freeze after February 26. See the citys notice below on how to prevent freezing of water. for March 6. Topics will include a request for variances in growth ring areas, a vision for the city personnel policy review, and the rebranding of the city.
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Zumbrota Reads 2014: To Kill a Mockingbird

ZUMBROTA The Zumbrota Public Library invites you to take part in the second annual Zumbrota Reads program this March. The title selected for this year is To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Starting March 1, free copies of the novel will be available at the library. A $5 donation is suggested but not required. On Thursday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m. there will be a book discussion at the library led by the librarians. On Friday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. there will be a presentation by the Rochester Diversity Council on race and racism at the State Theatre, followed by a showing of the classic film version of the book starring Gregory Peck. The Rochester Diversity Council will also be doing assemblies for the tenth grade students at Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School that day, since they have been reading To Kill a Mockingbird as part of their English curriculum. All events are free and open to the public. This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesotas Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Additional funding was provided by a generous donation from Z-Theater.

A permit to discharge wastewater from Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. (DFA) to the City of Zumbrota wastewater treatment facility has been amended and Work session Mayor Rich Bauer has sched- passed onto DFA for renewal. In uled a city council work session a memo to the city council, City

Administrator Neil Jensen said that, essentially, the city is changing the renewal dates back to the original five years as in the past. Jensen also noted that in the past two years there were nine incidents that required the city to administer penalties, and two incidents were significant. Jensen said he believes the amended permit is now a more effective permit for both the city and DFA.

Monitor your water temperature

Multiple frozen water services have been reported to the City of Zumbrota this winter. All businesses and residence types could be affected. The age of your home does not matter. Every Zumbrota water customer is urged to take the temperature of their water and then continue monitoring it for the next two months. Testing your water temperature is quite simple. First turn on your cold water to full strength and let it run for at least five minutes. Next, take a basic outdoor thermometer, or a thermometer which will read lower temperatures, and put it in the stream of water. If your water temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, you should immediately start running a continuous pencil-width stream of water from a faucet until the water temperature reaches above 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the water reaches above 40 degrees you will want to continue monitoring the temperature daily for the next two months and run water whenever it dips below 40 degrees. The frost level has been measured as deep as six feet below the ground level by Zumbrota crews, which is much deeper than recorded levels over the past 20-30 years. If more water services freeze, customers could be without water for two to three days before a repair can be made due to many plumbing contractors being overwhelmed with calls. The City of Zumbrota will credit people running their accounts up to 5,000 gallons over their normal usage. The cost to run a constant (24 hours per day for 30 days) pencil-width stream of water is approximately $120 per month including sewer fees. If you are going to be letting your water run, please contact the City of Zumbrota at 507.732.7318. Also, please call if your service has frozen up so the city can direct you to a contractor to thaw your service. A frozen water service repair can cost between $800$1,000. Since it is the property owners responsibility to monitor their water temperature, the City of Zumbrota will not be responsible to pay for thawing any services which freeze after February 26.

ZMHS speech team members place in recent invitational meets

By Marilyn Anderson ZUMBROTA Though the unpredictable winter weather and sport schedules have impacted participant numbers and practice schedules this year, members of the Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School speech team have placed in two recent invitational meets. Fourteen schools competed at the KoMet KoMotion on Saturday, February 1. ZM team members Dusty Haxton and Nick Culver took fifth place in Duo Interpretation. On Saturday, February 15, Haxton and Culver again placed, this time taking second at the Mid-Winter Warm Up in Wabasha. Twelve teams competed. Also placing for ZM in at the Warm Up was Jessica Anderson, placing fifth in Informative Speaking. Other competitions scheduled include meets on February 22 in Lewiston and on March 1 in Chatfield. The ZM Speech Team is coached by Tom Ersland.

Man injured in rollover

By Alicia Hunt-Welch ZUMBROTA A Rochester man was injured in a single-vehicle accident after his car rolled over in Zumbrota on February 15. The accident occurred at about 9:31 p.m. Zakaria Muhumed, 26, was traveling south on Highway 52 when he lost control of his 2005 Toyota Camry near Highway 60 and the Camry overturned. Muhumed was wearing a seat belt and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported by Zumbrota Ambulance to St. Marys Hospital in Rochester for medical treatment. The Goodhue County Sheriffs Office and the Zumbrota Police Department assisted the State Patrol at the scene.

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GOODHUE
20 Years Ago February 9, 1994
Gretel Stern has been selected to participate in the 16th annual High School Honor Band at Winona State University on February 11 and 12. She is the daughter of Ed and Deb Stern. *** Jennifer OReilly, daughter of Dennis and Diane OReilly, was named to the deans list at Concordia College Moorhead for the first semester. *** Justin Voth won the District Spelling Bee at Goodhue High School on February 7. in the schools history as they swarmed over the Mazeppa Indians 101-66. Dean Dicke and Alan Mollenhauer led the way with 20 points each, and Bruce Husbyn added 19, and Lyle Amundson 15. *** Richard Johnson of Minneota was hired as the manager of the Goodhue Elevator. *** Miss Jeanette Campbell of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Campbell. Friday. *** Mrs. Will McHugh and Mrs. Tom Franklin spent Tuesday afternoon in Red Wing. *** Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Hempftling of Vasa were houseguests of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Back from Monday until Thursday of last week.

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PINE ISLAND
A joint birthday party was held sior. for Mark Jackson and Dion 60 Years Ago February 11, 1954 Tim Graham, former owner of Lexvold on Sunday at the home Graham Photography in Wana- of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Jackson. Dennis Keane, manager of the 50 Years Ago mingo, will be installed as associPine Island Telephone Company, ate pastor at Pine Island Baptist February 6, 1964 was elected a director of the MinChurch on February 15. The 50th wedding anniversary nesota Telephone Association of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Denny Board. He will succeed his father, 20 Years Ago will be celebrated on February 16. James P. Keane, who resigned from February 9, 1994 The students from Pine Island *** Lori Ann Glarner returned that position after twenty years. High School who sang at the Dorian home Saturday after a visit with *** Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Flemke Vocal Festival were Lisa Oelkers, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Morse. *** Mrs. and Joel were guests of Mr. and Kim Gliedt, Sara Stafford, Brian Blanche Webb has returned home Mrs. Donald Peterson at Roscoe Rossow, and Marshall Burt. *** after spending a week with her Center on Sunday. *** Gerhart Dena and Cori Krambeer, daugh- son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Wethall and son Gerhart of St. ters of Dean and Linda Krambeer, Mrs. A. Horton Dietz, at Excel- Paul called on A.W. Parkin on Friday. are recipients of scholarships for Luther College from Aid Association for Lutherans. *** The Pine Island Lions Club honored Mike Gillespie as Student of the Month at its January meeting.

10 Years Ago February 11, 2004

60 Years Ago February 11, 1954

BORN TO: Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Betcher, a son, on February 2; Mr. and Mrs. Quentin Majerus, a son, on February 2; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bien, a daughter, on February 5. *** Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Schafer visited at the L.C. Schafer residence in Red Wing Sunday afternoon. *** On Tuesday evening of last week, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Stemman were visitors at the Elroy Rusch home.

40 Years Ago February 7, 1974

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Scharpen were Monday evening visitors at the Arthur Reese, Sr., residence. *** Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Lodermeier, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rusch, and Mrs. Madonna German enjoyed dinner at the airport in Rochester on Saturday evening. *** Mrs. J. Henry Buchholtz was a guest Thursday afternoon of Mrs. Ray Hoffman.

30 Years Ago February 8, 1984

Brenda Rud arrived in Pine Island from Guadalajara, Mexico, on Monday to visit with John and Linda Rud and to see her grandson John Adam. *** Mr. and Mrs. David Fredrickson and family and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Auseth and Amy were Sunday dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Glamm. *** Tom and Ellie (Toensing) Wilmuth have moved to College Station, Texas, where Tom will be working at Texas A&M Radio and pursuing a graduate degree in English literature.

Mr. and Mrs. Silas Buck and GOODHUE , 1974 Will Goodhues The Goodhue Wildcats put on Mr. and Mrs. Will Buck were busi- Glen Mehrkens get the honor of their greatest offensive exhibition ness callers in Minneapolis on being named Minnesotas 1974
Teacher of the Year? He stands as good a chance as all the other nominees in the 11th annual search for a person to represent the states thousands of men and women in public and private education.

50 Years Ago February 6, 1964

70 Years Ago February 10, 1944

WANAMINGO
Shelstad of Zumbrota visited last Thursday at the home of Mr. and Donna Hayes of Wanamingo and Mrs. Gust Myran. Mike Patterson of rural Kenyon participated in the 1994 Dorian Vocal Festival at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. *** Roslyn Thoreson attended one of the events at the Minnesota State High School Debate Tournament on Saturday, January 29, and heard her granddaughter Jenny Alme give an award-winning presentation.

20 Years Ago February 9, 1994

40 Years Ago February 7, 1974

PINE ISLAND, 1984 Ray Stewart was on hand Friday to help his wife Mavis celebrate her 30th year at Security State Bank in Pine Island.

ZUMBROTA
10 Years Ago February 11, 2004
Kaia Sand won first place in the District Spelling Bee held on Thursday in the Neumann Auditorium. *** Minda Hjortaas celebrated her 95th birthday with friends and relatives on Sunday at the Bridges apartments. *** Grover Auto Company was recognized on Thursday for community service with the presentation of a plaque from the Marine Corps League of Red Wing. ployees Friday. Recipients employed at Mid-America Dairymen, Inc. the past ten years are Larry Blakstad, Gordon Mell, Quentin Siems and George Feil. Wilmer Santelman received recognition for 20 years of employment. *** Mrs. Cora McWaters, a resident of the Zumbrota Nursing Home, celebrated her 94th birthday February 2. *** Jodie Stechmann and friend Crystal Russell of Waukegan, Illinois, spent last weekend at the Howard Stechmann home.

40 Years Ago February 14, 1974

Fire destroyed the Orrie and Robert Bredehoft barn southeast of Zumbrota Tuesday evening. *** Sunday dinner guests at the Don Tiedemann home were Mr. and Mrs. Chester Menth and Jeff and Mr. and Mrs. Gaylord Hoven, Chris and Charlie. *** Mrs. Orrin Haugen was visited by her daughter Mrs. Yvonne Peper of West St.

40 Years Ago February 7, 1974

Brian Severeid broke one of Rochester Community Colleges indoor track records at a meet last Saturday. He ran the 280 yard dash in 32.1 seconds. *** Karen Zakula is the newly appointed director for Right to Read at Wanamingo Schools.

Paul on Sunday. *** Mrs. Reinhardt Perry visited Mrs. Jack Siems in Mazeppa last Wednesday. *** Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Sohn were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Henry DeWitz in Rochester. *** Beth Thomford of Minneapolis visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thomford over the weekend. *** Sgt. and Mrs. Thomas Banitt are spending an eleven day furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Banitt.

20 Years Ago February 9, 1994

Trent Miller, son of Ron and Jeanne Miller of Zumbrota, is a member of the Economics Club at St. Johns University and the College of St. Benedict. *** Rich Carmack of Rochester has been WANAMINGO, 1944 A telegram hired as Zumbrotas fourth police received by C.D. Olson late Friday officer.

50 Years Ago February 13, 1964

50 Years Ago February 6, 1964

Mr. and Mrs. O.E. Naeseth visited Sunday afternoon at the home of Miss Katherine Moran. *** Mr. and Mrs. Robert Benson and family were dinner guests Sunday at the Palmer Kyllo home. *** Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Helleckson left by car Wednesday for Bradenton, Florida, where they will spend a few weeks.

night, February 4, from the Navy Department in Washington, D.C., brought the news that Clarence Morken was safe after having been reported missing since December 25, 1943. Morken survived a crash landing after his plane was disabled during a carrier strike at Kavieng, 70 Years Ago New Ireland, on Christmas Day. He February 10, 1944 another survivor, H.C. Carby, John J. Roch of Pine Island was and spent 27 days afloat in a rubber a dinner guest at the home of Mr. boat, and an additional 14 days on and Mrs. A.O. Naeseth on Sun- a tiny island off New Ireland. day. *** Miss Merdeen Grove of Radioman R.C. Reynolds, injured St. Paul was a Sunday visitor at by gunfire during the raid, was killed her parents home. *** Albert in the crash landing at sea.

30 Years Ago February 16, 1984

Dean and Carol Jackson recently opened the Coffee Mill restaurant at 256 Main Street in Zumbrota. *** Jared Anderson recently spent several days visiting his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Johnson in rural Lake City. *** Mrs. Harold Krier of rural West Concord recently visited at the Albert Nygren home. *** Bob Hawley, Mid-Am plant manager, presented certificates to five em-

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Myran and four boys spent Saturday night visiting with Mrs. Leonard Porter at her home in Rochester. *** Mr. and Mrs. Helmer Goplen and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Loken were Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. David Paulson in West Concord. *** Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Perry, Mr. and Mrs. David Rockne and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wedge enjoyed skiing Sunday at the Pine Bend skiing area. *** Mr. and Mrs. Gary Steffen of North St. Paul spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Steffen and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Zimmerman. *** LeeAnn Nelson and Diane Scharpen had a joint birthday party Saturday afternoon on their 11th birthdays. Twelve of their classZUMBROTA, 1974 New Chevrolet dealers in Zumbrota are Lyle and mates were entertained. They went Harvey Grover. They became owners of Nerhaugen Chevrolet Company ice skating and then to the Scharpen in a business deal that took effect February 1. home to play games.

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Pine Island

Pine Island School Board reduces proposed referendum

By Alice Duschanek-Myers PINE ISLAND On February 18, Pine Island School Board chair John Champa reported that the costs of construction of a new PreK-4 school were reduced. $2 million of the savings on the construction will be added to deferred maintenance items in the referendum and used to upgrade air quality. $1.5 million of savings will be used to lower the costs of Question #1 on the referendum ballot; and the total referendum will be reduced from $41,250,000 to $39,750,000. Dehumidification and cooling are included in the planned air quality improvements. The dehumidification of the facility would open up options to use the building space year-round. The referendum election ballot will still have two questions for voters to decide. Question #1 includes construction of a new PreK4 school and improvement of the existing facility for a middle and high school for grades 5-12. Question #2, which includes upgrades for activities and athletics, is contingent on voters passing Question #1. April Bailey questioned if lowering the proposed referendum would drop the state aid for the projects. Superintendent Tammy BergBeniak said the change would decrease the state aid but the reduction of borrowing is the best return for taxpayer dollars, even considering state aid. Rob Warneke said, Of the two questions, priority one is in Question #1 and priority two for activities addresses the need for sports updatesWe would like both questions to pass. He explained that though state aid is higher with a referendum at the higher amount of $41,250,000, the tax impact on residents is less with the lower referendum of $39,750,000. Champa said, $41.25 million has higher state aid, but this is the most reasonable (for residents). Warneke added, We are keeping the taxpayer in mind. After discussion, the school board unanimously adopted the bond resolution for the referendum using the costs outlined in the chart titled School Facility Referendum Bond Referendum. The special election for the refer- Architects to advise the district endum is set for Tuesday, May 13 and design improvements in the from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. existing buildings and the new Referendum project consultants elementary school if the referenThe facility improvement advi- dum is passed by residents. The sory committees for the new el- firm has been described by board ementary building, improvements members as the best fit for the to the existing buildings for middle needs of the district. There will be and high school, and activities/ no fee charged for pre-referendum athletics submitted recommenda- planning and design architectural tions to architects on February 15. services. Champa said, The architects will In the agreement, the fee for advise us on what can be included. additions and remodeling the exWe are not identifying specific isting facility is 6.5% of the conspace, just general concepts for struction cost. The fee for the new now. elementary is 5.5% of the conThe school board approved a struction cost. If the new building service agreement with Wendel is based on the existing plan for

PINE HAVEN POTPOURRI

PINE ISLAND Celebrating birthdays at Pine Haven Care Center in March: Amanda Laue March 1, Eolah Trelstad 2, Nellie Galley 4, Roszika Hinrichs 16, Joan Tiedeman 19, Erma Rogers 24, and Ruth Scott-Swanson 24. The March birthday party will be held Monday, March 10 at 2 p.m. Arnie Kuntz & Friends will provide music, and treats will be served. The residents will have musical entertainment, celebrate St. Patricks Day, play Bingo, and celebrate the first day of spring, along with many other events throughout the month led by activity staff and our many wonderful volunteers. Lent starts with Ash Wednesday March 5. We are grateful for our clergy who help us in our faith journey throughout this month and the year. Activity calendars are available by calling 507-356-8304 ext. 27, or stop in and pick one up! The Pine Haven Auxiliary meets Wednesday March 26 at 1:30 p.m. in the activity room. Please join them. New members are always welcome. Contact us if you would like to volunteer. Many opportunities are available and we are flexible.

PI and ZM are among top teams in wellness challenge

Chatfield Elementary School with some changes the fee is 4.9% of the construction cost. Besides creating the concept drawings of the project, the architects will create a 3D model of the final plan chosen for the building. Wiring for technology is included in the construction. The school board approved updates to the agreement with KrausAnderson, the construction management consultants for the projects. There is no fee for prereferendum assessments, planning, and educational study services. The basic construction management fee is 2.5% of the cost of construction. Winning teams have been announced in Southeast Service Cooperatives (SSC) Walking Challenge, which saw over 800 members from 25 of its member organizations compete. 17 southeastern Minnesota school districts and eight city and county members participated in two separate steps-based challenges. Winners in the School District Challenge are as follows: Lake City first place; Pine Island second place; Zumbrota-Mazeppa third place. The rest of the teams, which each received an honorable mention are listed in the order of their ranking: Stewartville, Plainview-Elgin-Millville, Lewiston-Altura, St. Charles, Grand Meadow, Kings-land, Fillmore Central, LeRoyOstrander, Dover-Eyota, Rochester, Rushford-Peterson, KassonMantorville, Cannon Falls, and Caledonia. The contest, which ran the month of January, was based on the number of steps walked by participating members. A trophy and an article in SSCs newsletter, The Cooperative Connection, will be awarded to the Lake City School District and the City of Byron. Certificates will be presented to all teams who participated. Southeast Service Cooperative, ISD #921, has operated since 1976 under Minnesota School Law 123A.21. It is a public, non-profit cooperative of over 70 schools, local government, and non-profits to maximize resources and increase value through collaboration.

PINE ISLAND POLICE REPORT

By Alicia Hunt-Welch The following information was provided by the Goodhue County Sheriffs Office.
February 1

11:07 a.m. A resident on 3rd St NW called with complaints. A deputy checked and the situation as okay. 7:08 p.m. Someone pried open a door to a residence on the 48200 block of Cty 43 in Roscoe Township. Nothing appeared to be missing but drawers had been gone through. The break-in may have occurred during the afternoon. 8:16 p.m. A vehicle was in the ditch near the 51700 block of Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township.
February 2

12:35 a.m. Extra patrol was requested on the 48200 block of Cty 43 in Roscoe Township after a burglary was reported. 9:56 p.m. The smell of natural gas was reported outside a home on Rodeo Dr SE. The fire depart-

ment was not able to locate the driving while intoxicated. source but levels of gas measured 7:31 p.m. A vehicle went off low on the meter. No one in the the road near Hwy 52 and Cty 11. February 4 house felt ill. 2:08 a.m. Shots were reported February 3 1:40 a.m. A vehicle was re- on 6th St NW. A deputy deterported in the median near Hwy 52 mined there was no evidence of a and 490th St in Pine Island Town- gun being fired and neighbors did ship. A person was walking in the not hear anything. area. 3:05 p.m. Kids were goofing 7:21 a.m. A passerby saw a off at school and a juvenile had a dog tied up outside the vet clinic tooth knocked out. on Cty 11 but did not see vehicles 7:08 p.m. A citation for drivin the lot. A deputy checked and ing after revocation was issued an employee was on site. near Cty 11 and Frontage Rd. 11:58 a.m. A deputy was asked February 5 11:25 a.m. Possible identifito check on the welfare of a person who had not shown up at work cation theft and car tampering were for two days. A deputy made con- reported on 5th St SW. A deputy tact with the subject who said she determined that the claims were had been very ill. She refused an unfounded. February 6 ambulance. 4:52 a.m. Medical assistance 12:53 p.m. Medical assistance was requested on 3rd St NW. was requested on 10th St SW. 8:13 a.m. A deputy provided 7:27 p.m. A man was arrested near Hwy 52 and Cty 11 in Pine a squad car escort for a funeral Island Township for fourth-degree from United Methodist Church.

Transformer arrives in Pine Island for the CapX2020 substation

By Alicia Hunt-Welch PINE ISLAND An enormous transformer for the CapX2020 project caused traffic to be diverted off of Highways 56 and 60 on the evening of Sunday, February 9. A 400-foot-long trailer carrying the equipment to Pine Island was escorted by dozens of vehicles and state troopers to address potential risks and to control traffic. Utility trucks, road maintenance staff and snow plow drivers came ahead of the semi and trailer carrying the transformer. This was to temporarily dismantle any power lines, remove roadways signs and push back snow piles that might be in the way. State troopers diverted and stopped traffic on the highways, allowing the bulky device to have double lane clearance. The 34-mile trip to transport the transformer from Randolph to the CapX2020 substation just north of Pine Island took about five hours. The transformer took about a year-and-a-half to build and is the largest in the CapX2020 utility line upgrade project. The device weighs over 500,000 pounds, a size so large that the Minnesota Department of Transportation would only allow it to be transported at night. CapX2020 is the most costly extension of the midwest power grid in more than 40 years. This portion of the project stretches from Hampton to Rochester and over to LaCrosse, Wisconsin. With the arrival and installation of this transformer, the substation located north of Pine Island is nearly complete.

Pine Island School is on track for reducing the achievement gap

By Alice Duschanek-Myers PINE ISLAND Superintendent Tammy Berg-Beniak received a letter from Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius congratulating the Pine Island School District for being on track in 2013 to meet the 2017 goal of reducing the achievement gap by 50%. The district is on track in mathematics and reading. 39% of Minnesota school districts are on track to reduce the achievement gap in math; 43% in reading. Cassellius recognized BergBeniaks leadership in implementing high standards and teacher support. She has been invited to meet with Cassellius and her staff on March 21.
Student lunch accounts

Pine Island approves variance for Pine Haven expansion project

By Alice Duschanek-Myers PINE ISLAND On February 11 the Pine Island Planning Commission held a public hearing to get input on issuing a variance for the Pine Haven Community expansion project. There were no members of the public in attendance at the hearing. On February 18, the city council approved the variance for the requests recommended by the commission for the expansion. City Engineer Craig Britton described the expansion project. Pine Haven, Inc. plans to expand the care center campus on 3rd Street NW by adding 25,000 square feet for 30 residential units and facilities. The care center is on Lot 4. The new construction is on Lot 2. Off-street parking with 41 spaces is included in the plan. With one space per unit there would be 11 spaces to help get staff vehicles off the street in the area. Fire hydrants will be added on the north and west sides of the buildings. Pine Haven, Inc. requested the variance to allow: 1. Less than a 10-foot setback on the south property line 2. Less than a 30-foot setback from the three zoned districts on the north property line 3. Up to 41 off-street parking spaces for residents and staff 4. A change in the utility easement on the north side of Lot 2 The council tabled the first item of the request, because it would require a transfer or purchase of 10,789 square feet of land from the City of Pine Island. City Attorney Bob Vose said the city property is currently included in security for a bond. If the city sold it, the city must apply the money from the sale to the bond. If the property is transferred, Pine Haven and the City of Pine Island will need a variance for a zero lot line where the old and new buildings touch. The council was not able to approve changes for the utility easement. The utility easement on the north side of Lot 2 must be vacated to change it. Vose said the fourth item would require holding a public hearing. Pine Haven Director Steve Ziller said that the facility is currently offering rehabilitation services and outpatient therapy. The expansion would allow Pine Haven to offer more services to the community.

different situations that are occurring. Some students receiving reduced lunches might be eligible for free lunches. Parents will be contacted to update applications.
Superintendents report

ning. After this year the strategic plan will be reviewed at the school boards winter retreat in January or February.
Other business

Decision postponed on constructing emergency acceleration lane

By Alice Duschanek-Myers PINE ISLAND On February 18, the Pine Island City Council postponed making a decision on the construction of an emergency acceleration lane at North Main Street onto southbound US Highway 52. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will close this access to the highway, but has agreed to close it with a gate which could be opened only for emergencies. Pine Island would be responsible for adding an acceleration lane onto the highway for emergency vehicles. The preliminary, unofficial estimate of the cost of the lane is about $200,000. City engineers have not evaluated the project. The council would like some commitment that MnDOT will not demolish or close the lane when the north interchange is constructed. In communications with MnDOT, the only response is that there are no plans for the next ten years. It is unclear what would happen beyond that, or if this would change. With the uncertainty of MnDOTs future plans, all of the councilors are hesitant to spend money on the project. MnDOT could close the acceleration lane if any safety issues develop. Eickhoff said the city could not bond for the lane. An option is to use the Rochester sales tax refund to cover the cost of the lane if the council decides to construct it. The city planned to use these funds on the roundabout at the CSAH 11 intersection. If the funds are used for the lane, the bond for the roundabout would need to be increased. Eickhoff said the council needs to make a decision soon because the project would require engineering and planning to proceed. Councilor Jerry Vettel said, There are street projects in the southwest part of town, and onethird of the projects in the northwest part of town that need to be done versus a temporary acceleration lane that could be closed. He did not want to spend $200,000 on the southbound access to US Highway 52. Councilor Randy Bates has talked to business owners on North Main Street for input. Some are indifferent to the closing of the southbound access. Others feel it would greatly affect the access to their businesses. Bates said, I agree with Jerry, but the north end could be a morgue. Bates moved to table making a decision on the construction of the acceleration lane for 30 days to get more input from the businesses and taxpayers. The council voted in favor, with Vettel voting against postponing the decision.

Cassellius wrote a letter to superintendents encouraging them to meet with food service providers and find ways to ensure that children are never turned away from receiving a hot lunch. On February 18, the Pine Island School Board discussed finding options for students with delinquent lunch accounts. Pine Island Schools offers an alternative lunch that is equally nutritious to the hot lunch if a student has an empty account. Notices are sent out to parents. The district is investigating alternative ways to communicate with families. Currently, three families want to make donations to delinquent lunch accounts. The district is considering guidelines for when the donated funds would be used. Superintendent Berg-Beniak will meet with Chartwells, the food service provider, to review the

Berg-Beniak reported that John Baylor will give a presentation on February 24. He is an expert that teaches techniques to improve scores on the SAT and ACT tests. Improving scores increases opportunities for post-secondary scholarships and choices of colleges students might attend. Berg-Beniak reported that the teacher evaluation pilot project meetings have been very positive, though the process has been labor-intensive. The staff made progress reviewing and planning curriculum on the half-day February 14 and the make-up snow day on February 17. All of the areas of the school are creating curriculum maps that will go on the districts website. Many of the students have become active in the leukemia donor match program as a result of their increased awareness from students in the school diagnosed with the disease.
Strategic plan

Berg-Beniak reported that the cabinet members met and are departmentally reviewing and updating the District 2013-15 Strategic Plan. She said most likely the plan will need to be updated prior to 2015. The plan is reviewed by the school board annually. The board will review it at the spring retreat on Wednesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. The board discussed reviewing the plan earlier in the year in the future to be ready for curriculum changes and other plan-

Kindergarten teacher Jackie Walter requested a rug for her classroom from Donors Choose. The school board officially accepted the donation. Donors Choose is an online organization that accepts requests for classroom needs. Donors interested in contributing to education can go online and select items for donation. BergBeniak commended the teachers for seeking out other funding sources. Berg-Beniak thanked the new school board members for meeting with the cabinet, and the cabinet for meeting with the new members. The school board approved policies for mandatory use of peace officers and crisis teams to remove students with IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) from school grounds; student attendance; student dress and appearance; and student discipline. The board develops school calendars every two years. The 201415 calendar was recently approved and posted. The board approved a tentative calendar for 2015-16. On that calendar the last day of school for students is June 3, 2016. Graduation day has not been set. The school board will review plans for graduation in 2016 after this years ceremony. There are 173 student and 185 teacher days. In the budget update, as of January 31, 2014 the district had received 51.5% of the revenues for the 2013-14 school year. The expenditures totaled 49.6% of the budgeted outlay.

Island Classic Car Club shows return in May

By Alice Duschanek-Myers PINE ISLAND On February 18, the Island Classic Car Club requested the closing of 3rd Avenue NE and 5th Street NE for the car shows that have become an annual event beginning in May. The council approved the request. The car shows will be on Saturdays from 4-9 p.m. at the Pine Island Sports Bar & Grill and Pool & Pins Bowling Center. This year the Classic Car Shows are scheduled for May 17 and 31; June 14 and 28; July 12 and 26; August 9, 16 (tractor show), and 23; and September 6 and 20.
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Pine Island/Oronoco Water takes the spotlight at Oronoco City Council meeting
ORONOCO Water got top billing at the February 18 Oronoco City Council meeting. Water, as in plans for municipal sewer service. And more water, as in frozen pipes.
Wastewater treatment plans

Eight months after the council had authorized the engineering and design company Stantec to draft a plan for municipal wastewater treatment, Stantec presented that plan. Joe Palen, Oronoco city engineer/Stantec senior associate, and Ron Lafond, Stantec senior engi-

neer, reported on plans for a wastewater collection system and its development phases and offered a pair of facility treatment options. In preparing the plans, Lafond said, Stantec used population projections made by RochesterOlmsted County Planning Department. The collection system proposal separates Oronoco into sixteen sewer service districts drainage areas based on criteria such as topography and density of housing. Each district is assigned a construction phase.

Oronocos changeover from private septic to municipal system would be done in three phases, Palen said. Phase one, the highest priority, includes the downtown and other areas with failing septic systems and would start soon after state approval. Phase two, medium priority, would follow in five to ten years. Phase three is perhaps twenty years out, pending population growth. As for the treatment alternatives offered, one would pump wastewater more than four miles, to the Pine Island wastewater treatment

plant. The other calls for the city to build its own facility east of the Cedar Woodlands subdivision. The Oronoco option would require less than a mile of pumping. (A third possibility would be to pump wastewater more than seven miles to Rochester, a choice with a striking disadvantage because it would serve Oronocos existing properties only. Growth wouldnt be part of the service, Lafond said, so we pretty much havent taken this one any farther.) Cost, projected from 2015 through 2035, would run

Pine Island signs joint powers agreement for official map of 125th Street NW
By Alice Duschanek-Myers PINE ISLAND The Pine Island City Council adopted a resolution on February 18 requesting Olmsted County prepare and adopt the official map of 125th Street NW. The council adopted a second resolution to sign the joint powers agreement with New Haven Township and Olmsted County for 125th Street NW. The joint agreement will regulate which governmental unit is responsible for right-of-ways and to regulate planning and permits in designated areas from the map. Mayor Rod Steele will sign the agreement. Dave Pesch, the principal planner from the Olmsted County Planning Department, attended the meeting. In January the council tabled acting on the resolutions. At that time City Attorney Bob Vose recommended changes in wording in the joint powers agreement. Pesch said Olmsted County Planning Director Charlie Reiter met with City Clerk Jon Eickhoff and Vose to change the wording in the joint powers agreement. The orderly annexation agreement between the City of Pine Island and New Haven Township was added in the joint powers agreement. Under the Minnesota Statutes, Pine Island and New Haven Township have an established Orderly Annexation Area Committee (OAAC) to regulate and administer zoning and subdivision regulations in the orderly annexation area. The OAAC will be responsible for monitoring and issuing building permits consistent with the participating governmental units in the joint powers agreement between Olmsted County, Pine Island, and New Haven Township. monthly checks that are in an optimal range for twelve consecutive months in a calendar year, documented in the National Water Fluoridation Reporting System (WFRS).
East frontage road update

$15,900,000 for the Pine Island plan or $12,700,000 for the Oronoco option. The next step, said Palen, serving alphabet soup, is to put phase one on the MPCA PFA PPL. That is, he clarified, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Public Facilities Authority (PFA) Project Priority List (PPL) whose deadline looms. Its March 7 or wait till year. Lets make it March 7, said Vice Mayor Skyler Breitenstein because MPCA has Oronoco on its radar. The council said yes, 3-0. Further steps in the wastewater treatment projects near future include picking which option, submitting plans and specifications to the MPCA, and holding a public hearing.
Frozen pipes plague Oronoco

dents to check water temperature daily, and if it drops below 40 degrees, to run a thin stream of water constantly perhaps for the next three or four months. Several residents have already asked for adjustments in their water bills. After discussing various methods to calculate credits, the council unanimously passed this motion by Breitenstein: Any residents who would like to proceed with a rebate will get a ten percent credit on increased water usage, not the flat fee, year over year; or ten percent credit, up to $15, for those that have not been established. Residents wishing to receive the credit must contact city hall.
Other business

City Engineer Neil Britton updated the council on the east frontage road and roundabout projects. He reported that the historic home that is in the right-of-way for the roundabout at the CSAH 11 intersection is being evaluated internally and externally by engineers. The council discussed and approved authorizing the sale of the whole house or parts of the house in an effort to salvage the historic features of the home. The proceeds of any sale will be donated by the City of Pine Island to the municipal swimming pool.
Land OLakes debt service

Bill Taylor of Land OLakes attended the meeting to request that the city acknowledge that the companys debt service is paid. The citys debt service agreement with Land OLakes ended in August 2013. From September to December 2013 the company continued to pay $25,944 to the city. Taylor requested the payments be refunded to Land OLakes. Eickhoff said the debt is paid. In the new fee structure, however, there are other fees that should be there but were not applied to Land OLakes. City Attorney Vose recommended removing the Land OLakes debt and holding the monies until the fees were determined. He said the permit has rates set and terms of what can be discharged into the sewer system and wastewater treatment plant. The council directed the city staff to update the permit for Land OLakes Water Fluoridation Quality Award in a timely manner. Vose said the Pine Island recently received a plan is to update permits annuWater Fluoridation Quality Award ally. for 2012 from the Minnesota De- Snow-plowing cul-de-sacs partment of Health and the Center In response to councilor Erick for Disease Control. The award is Diskeruds request at the January to recognize the citys efforts to meeting, Steve Oelkers of Public adjust fluoride concentrations in Works reported information on drinking water and accomplish local communities methods of

snowplowing cul-de-sacs. He reported that there are now 26 culde-sacs in Pine Island. Rochester, Cannon Falls, Zumbrota, Byron, and Kenyon all plow their cul-de-sacs with snow moving to the outside of the circle. Kasson plows its cul-de-sacs to the inside and immediately removes the snow from the middle of the circle with trucks. Kasson has different equipment than Pine Island and nine full-time employees who remove snow. Pine Island has six full-time and two part-time employees who remove snow. The cost of removing snow from a cul-de-sac was estimated at $400. Oelkers told the council, I dont have the manpower, equipment, or budget to do this differently. Melanie Heims thanked the council for clearing the street differently in the last storm. She suggested moving the snow to an area in the cul-de-sac that is curbed by an open field rather than near the driveways. Nick Harris requested that the city plow to the middle of the circle in the cul-de-sac. He said the city does this on Main Street and comes back and hauls the snow away. John Eickhoff (also the Pine Island fire chief) said Kasson removes the snow immediately from the middle of the cul-de-sacs for emergency access. Our fire trucks have a clearance of eight inches. There cant be snow left in the cul-de-sac because it could not even back up, he said. Diskerud said, In the future we might have the equipment to do this like Kasson.
Other business

ignation of Rae Ormsby. Zoning review fees and park equipment fees for 2014 were approved by the council. The council approved issuing a dance permit for June 6-7, 2014 for Cheese Festival to the Pine Island Sports Bar.

The winters frozen pipe epidemic hasnt overlooked Oronoco. The septic system in Oronoco Park iced up, affecting the caretakers house, and some septic alarms are sounding in the River Wood Hills development. The city, which will pay for restoring water service to affected residences if the frozen pipes are on city property, has advised resi-

Voting 3-0 in each case, the council authorized expenditures of: $8,000 for two radios one for the fire department, the other for first responders. Up to $2,500 to replace the heater in the community center. The Oronoco City Council will hold its next regular meeting at 7 p.m. on March 18 at the community center.

PI Lions Club selects Students of the Month from the science department
By Don Buck PINE ISLAND The Pine Island Lions Club had honored Jack Miller, Kevin Poliszuk, and Brandon Miller as February Students of the Month, all representing the science department. Club members were impressed with their projects and demonstrations (gyroscope, polymer reaction, dirt bike fork saver, metal domino and a handmade straight razor).
Jack Miller

City Attorney Vose administered the oath of office to fire department officers Tony Klennert (Deputy Chief) and Paul Clementson (Second Assistant Chief) for 2014. The council approved a recommendation from the Van Horn Library Board to appoint Kindra Papenfus to fill the seat of resigning member Deb Knox, and Jeanne Truestedt to fill the mid-term res-

Musician/storyteller Pearson performs at PI Elementary School

By Audra DePestel PINE ISLAND Musician and storyteller Jack Pearson performed for Pine Island Elementary School students in the school cafeteria on February 19. Pearson interacted with his young listeners as he blended storytelling, imagination, and music using a guitar, banjo, jawharp, spoons, and some added foot rhythms from an amplified toy box lid. For one of his stories, Pearson used a limberjack, known also as the jig doll or slapjack, a wooden musical instrument that resembles a doll with loose joints on the end of a long stick. Pearson, who is from Minneapolis, has been performing fulltime for kids and families in the upper midwest and around the country since 1979. He is a songwriter who incorporates American folk tradition and history in his music and stories. His recordings for children have won national awards including the Parents Choice Gold, Silver, and Classic, as well as the Pegasus and Storytelling World Honor. This was Pearsons third visit to Pine Island. In 2012 he also performed for kindergarteners and first-graders. The performance was made possible by a grant through the Library Legacy funding, part of the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Science instructors Christine Hong, Megan Schimek and Craig Erickson have chosen Jack Miller for the following reasons: We feel that Jack is an exemplary student who shows dedication and determination in all of his courses. Jack has taken biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering courses. He is a student who always exceeds our expectations and puts forth 100% effort in all that he does. We believe that Jack will be successful in whatever career he pursues and we are excited his plan includes a field in science. Not only is Jack academically a model student, but he shows a great amount of respect to both his peers and his teachers. Jack is also active in DECA, Knowledge Bowl, math league, track and field, cross country, football, jazz strings, FCCLA and National Honor Society. He was awarded Academic All State in track and field. He lettered in football, track, and cross country and earned academic letters in ninth and tenth grade. He enjoys mountain biking, hiking, traveling, kayaking, camping, and skiing. Jack plans to major in aerospace engineering. His dream job would be to design, build, and launch NASA space vehicles or start his own aerospace engineering company. He is the son of Patty and Clint Miller.
Kevin Poliszuk

Pine Island Students of the Month for February are Jack Miller, Kevin Poliszuk, and Brandon Miller.

the semester I was using him to help keep me on track. In Kevins two years with me he has taken all but two of the technology and engineering courses that we offer. It makes sense because Kevin truly does have an engineers mind. He is willing to ask a question that searches for further depth of knowledge, and he is willing to offer his theories, suggestions, and thoughts. If I saw Kevin in ten years and he told me he was solving problems for some manufacturing/construction company, I would not be surprised, as this is where he excels. Its great when students can help teachers become better at their job and I really have appreciated Kevin as a student. Classes completed by him include metals I and II, timber I, II, III, automotive mechanics, and engineering I. He is a member of the culture club and is on the A Honor Roll and is an Eagle Scout. Kevin enjoys fishing, camping, hunting, building and designing things, reading and learning. He plans to attend the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and major in metallurgical engineering. Kevin is the son of Maria and Daniel Poliszuk.
Brandon Miller

Rob Mainhardt, technology and engineering instructor, said this about Kevin: Kevin is one of those kids who i always good to have around. I am so grateful for that because I have had Kevin as a student for the past four semesters. In his first semester I had him in three class periods throughout the day, all in a row. By the end of

Mr. Mainhardt chose Brandon for the following reasons: As a coach and teacher I have seen him achieve success both on the field and in the classroom. While he hasnt always been the most coachable or teachable guy, he has been able to adapt well and grow as a student and as a person. I have to admit that things started

off a bit rough between us as he was a rowdy freshman, I was a first year teacher, and we werent always seeing things eye to eye. Throughout his high school career, I noticed Brandon maturing, and I am now able to put my full trust into him. I have also been able to witness him maturing as a student. I was subbing for an English teacher one day and I was able to witness how much effort he puts forth for other areas of study. The thing I like the most about him is that he likes to be different, and he needs to be different. Sometimes this can make my job difficult, but I have always welcomed the challenge. In wanting to be different he often times dreams big or sets goals above and beyond the other students. It is always pleasing when these goals are met because these tasks or projects will serve him well for his future. He has always expressed interest in the area of engineering and he has exhausted every technology and engineering course Pine Island has offered. I can say in full confidence that Brandon will excel as an engineer. Brandon has excelled in three classes in timber manufacturing, two classes in metals, two classes in engineering design and drafting, small engines and automotive mechanics. He has lettered in football and baseball. Brandon enjoys hunting and motorcross racing. He plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and major in mechanical engineering. He is the son of Bruce Miller.

PINE ISLAND POLICE REPORT

By Alicia Hunt-Welch The following information was provided by the Goodhue County Sheriffs Office.
January 25 12:08 a.m. Medical assistance was requested on 3rd St NW. 2:09 a.m. A semi truck jack-knifed near 500th St and Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township. A deputy assisted the state patrol. 9:13 a.m. A vehicle hit a light pole, and a second vehicle hit the first vehicle near Hwy 52 and Cty 11. The state patrol handled the incident. 9:33 a.m. A vehicle was in the ditch near the 51100 block of Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township. 9:53 a.m. A vehicle went off the road near 490th St and Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township. No injuries were reported by the three occupants. 10:34 a.m. - 2:18 p.m. Six vehicles were reported in the ditch or median near 490th St and Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township. 10:40 a.m. A truck was in the median near Hwy 52 and Cty 11. 12:59 p.m. 911 hang up calls were received from the school during a basketball tournament. No emergency was found. A deputy spoke with some kids. An employee planned to remove the phone from the wall to prevent more calls. 11:25 p.m. A disabled vehicle was on the shoulder near 500th St and Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township. A tow was contacted. January 26 11:16 a.m. The theft of a computer tablet was reported from Pine Haven Care Center. The owner was visiting and had left the device on a table. Loss was valued at $100. 12:18 p.m. Medical assistance was requested on Cedar Ct NE. January 27 3:12 a.m. A car battery was being charge in a garage on Pine Crest Ct SW and started smoking, sending odors into the residence. It was requested that the house be checked for safety. All occupants were feeling fine. 3:32 p.m. A citation for seat belt violation and no proof of insurance was issued near Main St and 2nd St NW. January 28 9:04 a.m. Rons Auto reported seven wheel rims and twelve radiators were stolen from an unlocked trailer behind the business. Loss was valued at $200. 11:41 a.m. A citation for expired registration and no proof of insurance was issued on Main St S. 12:13 p.m. A citation for expired registration was issued on Main St S. 12:52 p.m. A citation for speeding and no proof of insurance was issued near Center Dr E and Cemetery Rd. 1:40 p.m. A citation for driving after suspension and no proof of insurance was issued in town. 1:57 p.m. A citation for failure to change address on a drivers license and no proof of insurance was issued on Main St S. 3:56 p.m. Possible harassment was reported on 5th St SW. The complaint was unfounded. 4:40 p.m. A deputy checked on an person after concerning text messages were received. The person was fine. 4:44 p.m. A scam phone call from someone claiming to be with Publishers Clearing House was reported on 6th St SW. The complainant was not out any money. January 29 1:06 p.m. A vehicle was in the ditch near Cty 11 and 180th Ave in Pine Island Township. 2:57 p.m. Extra patrol was requested on 6th St NW. January 30 9:41 a.m. A hospice death was reported on Cedar Ct NE. 10:55 a.m. A home alarm was activated on Kimberly Ct SW. It was a false alarm. 12:12 p.m. A deputy was asked to remove a person from 3rd Ave NW. The person was gone when the deputy arrived. 12:40 p.m. A vehicle was in the ditch near 500th St and Hwy 52 in Pine Island Township. 8:05 p.m. A suicide threat was reported on 1st Ave SW.

Right: Jack Pearson shows students how he uses the jawharp during his performance at Pine Island Elementary School.

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Churches
BELLECHESTER
ROLLING MEADOWS MENNONITE CHURCH, Belvidere Town Hall, 2 miles north of Bellechester on County 2, Pastor Aaron Witmer, 651-9234240. Sundays: 10 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Worship; 7 p.m. Hymn Sing every fourth Sunday. ST. MARYS CATHOLIC, Bellechester, Father Paul Kubista. Sunday mornings: 8:30 a.m. Mass. Tuesday mornings: 8 a.m. Mass. mation; 6 p.m. Adult ed; 7 p.m. Chancel choir; 8 p.m. Praise team. Sat., March 1: 5:30 p.m. Worship with communion and potluck; Vocational blessing service. Sun., March 2: 8:15 a.m. Worship with communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; Sunday School; 7th grade confirmation; Handbells; 10:30 a.m. Worship with communion; Sunday School; Vocational blessing service. Mon., March 3: 6 p.m. Baja auction meeting. Tues., March 4: 8:30 a.m. Quilting; Staff meeting; 1:30 p.m. Bible study; Elizabeth circle at City Centre; 3:15 p.m. Childrens choir; 7 p.m . Adult ed meeting. Wed., March 5: 1:30 p.m. Lydia circle; 3:30 p.m. 7th grade confirmation; 8th grade confirmation at Pine Haven; 6 p.m. Adult ed; Dinner; Youth board; 7 p.m. Worship with communion; 8 p.m. Chancel choir; 8:45 p.m. Praise team. UNITED METHODIST, 200 Main St. North, PO Box 8, Pine Island, Carolyn Westlake, Pastor; Office hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-2:15 p.m.; Web address: www.piumc.org; email: piumc@bevcomm.net. Wed., Feb. 26: 9-11:30 a.m. Pastor Carolyn at Better Brew. Thurs., Feb. 26: 2 p.m. Rebekah Lodge; 7 p.m. Disciple study. Sun., March 2: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School. Mon., March 3: 9 a.m. UMC district meeting; 4 p.m. Disciple study; 6:30 P.M. Silent prayer. Tues., March 4: 7 p.m. Trustee meeting. Wed., March 5: 911:30 a.m. Better Brew hours; 7 p.m. Worship.

Wanamingo

GOODHUE
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC , Goodhue, Father Paul Kubista. Saturdays: 5:30 p.m. Mass. Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:45 a.m. Mass. ST. LUKE LUTHERAN, Goodhue, 651-923-4695, Pastor Regina Hassanally. Wed., Feb. 26: 6:30 p.m. Confirmation. Sun., March 2: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Worship with communion. Wed., March 5: 6 p.m. Supper with confirmation students service; 7 p.m. worship with imposition of ashes and communion. ST. PETERS EV. LUTHERAN, WELS, 702 Third Ave., Goodhue, Randall L. Kuznicki, Pastor.

Story by Alicia Hunt-Welch, photo submitted separately

KWHS performs Les Miserables this weekend

KENYON Kenyon-Wanamingo students will bring the classic musical Les Miserables to the stage this weekend, with show times on Saturday, March 1, at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, March 2, at 2 p.m. in the high school auditorium in Kenyon. Tickets will be available at the door prior to performances. The musical, directed by Randy Hockinson and musical director Stephanie Schumacher, will feature the talent of over 50 students. Cast and crew members are, from left to right, first row: Katherine Holmes, Kellen Holmes, Ava Holmes, Fayth Eggerstedt, Anna Washburn, Tyler Craig, and Luke Steberg; second row: Melanie Knealing, Sophia Holmes, Eli Bushman, Veda Avery, Amber Olson, Ebelin Morales,
www.NewRiverZumbrota.com. OUR SAVIOURS LUTHERAN AFLC Eric Westlake and Tim Banks, Pastors, 1549 East Avenue, Zumbrota, 732-5449, church office. Website: oslczumbrota.org. Office hours: Tues., Wed., and Fri., 8 a.m.-noon. Wed., Feb. 26: 11:30 a.m. Womens Bible study; 3:15 p.m. WINGS; 6 p.m. Youth group. Sun., March 2: 8:30 a.m. Prayer time; 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10:15 a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. 40+ Bible study. Mon., March 3: 7 p.m. Church council meeting; Moms in prayer. Wed., March 5: 11:30 a.m. Womens Bible study; 12:45 p.m. Early release; 6 p.m. Youth group; Prayer hour; 7 p.m. Bible study. CHURCH OF ST. PAUL, 749 Main St. South, Zumbrota, 732-5324, email stpauls@hcinet.net Pastor Father Randal Kasel, pastor. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. http://stpaulzm.com. Mass Schedule: Sunday, 8:30 a.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. Mass at the nursing home is the second Tuesday of the month at 9:15 a.m. UNITED REDEEMER LUTHERAN, 560 W. 3rd St., Zumbrota, 732-7303, Susan Vikstrom, pastor; Cindy Wilson Youth director. Wed., Feb. 26: 7:15 a.m. CBC; 6:45 p.m. Confirmation with small groups; 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal. 1st year confirmation; 6 p.m. 2nd year confirmation; 6:30 p.m. Choir at Emmanuel; 7:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer at Emmanuel. Sun., March 2: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 5:45 p.m. Youth group supper; 6 p.m. Youth group. Wed., March 5: 3:15 p.m. Overcomers; 5 p.m. 1st year confirmation; 6 p.m. 2nd year confirmation; Supper; 6:30 p.m. Choir; 7:30 p.m. Worship. IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Hay Creek (LCMS), 24686 Old Church Road. Pastor Lowell Sorenson, 651388-4577. Sundays: 9 a.m. Sunday School; Bible class; 9:45 a.m. Fellowship time; 10 a.m. Worship. LANDS LUTHERAN, 16640 Highway. 60 Blvd., Zumbrota, MN 55992-5105. Zumbrota. Text study; 7 p.m. Spiritual guidance. Wed., Feb. 26: 9 a.m. Coffee and conversation; 6:15 p.m. Confirmation; Worship; 7 p.m. Youth group. Thurs., Feb. 27: 7:15 a.m. Youth Bible study at Bridgets. Sun., March 2: 7:30 a.m. Praise practice; 8:30 a.m. Praise worship wiht communion; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship with communion 11:30 a.m. Mardi Gras dinner. Mon., March 3: 6:30 p.m. Worship committee. Tues., March 4: 11 a.m. Text study; 6 p.m. Executive meeting; 7 p.m. Praise practice. Wed., March 5: 9 a.m. Coffee and conversation; 6:15 p.m. Worship with communion; Confirmation; 7 p.m. Youth group. MINNEOLA LUTHERAN, 13628 County 50 Blvd. Wed., Feb. 26: 4 p.m. Confirmation. Sun., March 2: 8:30 a.m. Youth board meeting; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 11:30 a.m. Stewardship board meeting. ST. COLUMBKILL CATHOLIC , 36483 County. 47 Blvd., Belle Creek, Father Paul Kubista. Sundays: 10:30 a.m. Mass. ST. JOHNS EV. LUTHERAN, Bear Valley, Alan Horn, Pastor. 843-6211, home; 843-5302 work. Bible Class is every Wednesday at 6 p.m. in Mazeppa. ST. JOHNS EV. LUTHERAN, WELS, Minneola Township, County Road 7, rural Zumbrota, Randall Kuznicki, Pastor. ST. PETER LUTHERAN, The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, Belvidere, 28961 365th St., Goodhue, MN 55027-8515, Dr. Scott T. Fiege, Pastor. Sun., March 2: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship with communion. STORDAHL LUTHERAN, ELCA, Rural Zumbrota. Church: (507) 732-5711, Kathy Lowery, Pastor, Home 507271-5711. Sun., March 2: 9 a.m. Confirmation; 9:15 a.m. Sunday

Kadey Seeger, Allison Timbeross, Kalley Seeger, Ashlee Blastervold, Jessica Thompson, Taylor Helland, Bailey Auseth, and Kyla Kincaid; third row: Victoria Holmes, Corissa Kern, Haylie Vezzoli, Mitchell Ades, Kaite Bohn, Cass Kern, Ella Lee, Casey Baumgartner, Sophie Kyllo, Emily Pliscott, Sarah Benrud, and Maddie Born; and fourth row: Hunter Stanke, Celia Brazelton, Kate Rechtzigel, Amanda Horn, Ben Bohn, Amos Avery, John Nelson, Hudson Ades, Caleb Greseth, Luke Nelson, Alex Roosen, Sam Boughten, and Alex Trapp. Not pictured: Bailey Paquin, Mason Stevenson, Jon Schultz, Sydney Warner, Ryan Pelkey, Marcus Irrthum, and Fran Miles.

MAZEPPA
ST. JOHNS EV. LUTHERAN , Mazeppa, Alan Horn, Pastor. 8436211, home; 843-5302 work. Bible class every Wednesday at 7 p.m. ST. PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC , Mazeppa. Weekends-Masses: Sun.: 10 a.m., Mazeppa, Fr. Joe Fogal. UNITED METHODIST , Mazeppa, David Neil, Pastor. Church: 843-4962; home: 732-4291. Every Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship.

WANAMINGO POLICE REPORT

By Alicia Hunt-Welch elevator for the night. The following information was February 4 3:28 p.m. Two males were provided by the Goodhue County reported walking along Cty 12 Sheriffs Office. toward Hwy 57 in Roscoe TownJanuary 31 6:21 p.m. A green semi on ship between 9 and 10 a.m. that Hwy 60 near 110th Ave was pull- morning. A deputy drove along ing another semi and neither had Cty 12 but did not find anyone lights on. A deputy found the truck walking or suspicious vehicles. and the driver got the lights work5:27 p.m. A man who was ing. wanted on three warrants for fail7:53 p.m. A vehicle went off ure to appear in court on driving the road near 415th St and Hwy after suspension and revocation 57 in Wanamingo Township. charges, was arrested near 16400 February 1 block of 460th St in Roscoe Town7:36 a.m. A speeding ticket ship. was issued on the 15800 block of February 5 Hwy 60 in Minneola Township. 11:10 a.m. An intoxicated 8:11 p.m. A deputy assisted person was reported on Main St. the Minnesota Department of Cor- The complaint was unfounded. rections with a parole violation 4:35 p.m. A citation for exapprehension and detention order pired registration, no insurance, on Beverly St. and no proof of insurance was isFebruary 2 sued near Beverly St and 3rd Ave. 4:04 a.m. A deputy found a February 6 truck topper near 460th St and 150th 10:05 a.m. A citation for speedAve in Roscoe Township. ing and no proof of insurance was 3:02 p.m. A verbal domestic issued on the 6800 block of Hwy incident was reported on 3rd Ave. 60 in Cherry Grove Township. 6:35 p.m. A deputy was asked 1:16 p.m. A speeding ticket to remove a person from 2nd Ave was issued near Hwy 57 and 485th residence. The subject left. St in Roscoe Township.
February 3

WANAMINGO
NEW LIFE CHURCH , Wanamingo, Pastor Patrick McBride, 507-8243019. New Life Church meets at 10 a.m. at 525 Beverly Street, Wanamingo. Free nursery for infants through age three; Sunday School for all ages beginning at 9 a.m. Small Group Bible Studies Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN , Wanamingo, Christopher Culuris, Pastor 507-8242155. Sun., March 2: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship with communion; 11:30 a.m. Son of God movie. Mon., March 3: 8:30 a.m. Quilting. Wed., March 5: 4 and 7 p.m. Worship with communion. WANAMINGO LUTHERAN ELCA, Wanamingo, MN 55983, Christopher Culuris, Pastor. Office hours Thursdays 1-3 p.m., 507-824-2410. Wed., Feb. 26: 4:30 p.m. Confirmation at Trinity.

ORONOCO
GRACE LUTHERAN, WELS , 45 1st Avenue NE, Oronoco: 507-367-4329, Pastor Ben Kempfert 507-367-4426. Office hours: Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.noon. Sundays: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School; Bible class; 10 a.m. Worship. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ORONOCO , 40 3rd Street SW., Rev. Lisa Johnson office hours Mondays 1-4 p.m.; Office hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed., Feb. 26: 5-7 p.m. Food shelf open.

ZUMBROTA
CHRIST EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH and School, WELS, 223 East 5th Street, Zumbrota, Office 732-5421. Wayne Schoch, Pastor, 732-4089; School, Daniel Kell, Principal, 7325367. Wed., Feb. 26: 10 a.m. Chapel; 10:30 a.m. Bible study; 1 p.m. Nursing Home service; 3:15 p.m. Junior choir; 3:30 p.m. Confirmation class; 6 p.m. Power hour; 6:15 p.m. Bell choir; 7 p.m. Choir. Sun., March 2: 8 and 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Teen Bible study; Adult Bible study. Mon., March 3: 7 p.m. Bible study. Wed., March 5: 10 a.m. Chapel; 10:30 a.m. Bible study; 3:15 p.m. Junior choir; 3:30 p.m. Confirmation class; 5 p.m. Supper; 6:30 and 8 p.m. Worship. FAMILY WORSHIP CHURCH Weekly worship services: 81 West 5th Street, Zumbrota, 507-732-7438, www.fwc 1.org. Sunday: 9:30 a.m.; 1 Corinthians 15-16; Wednesday, 7 p.m., Prayer and healing. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, UCC, 455 East Avenue, Zumbrota; Rev. Lisa Johnson office hours Tuesdays 8-11 a.m. at Bridgets. Secretarys office hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCH , a Wesleyan church, 179 W. 3rd St., Zumbrota, lighthousecommunityzum @yahoo.com, Janet Fischer, Pastor. Office: 732-5074. Thurs., Feb. 27: 6:30 p.m. Bible study at the home of Jim and Leora Busch. Sun., March 2: 10:45 a.m. Worship with guest speaker Dr. Zimmer. NEW RIVER ASSEMBLY OF GOD , 290 South Main Street, Zumbrota. 507-398-2604. Pastor Gary Basinski. Service times: Saturday, 7 p.m.

PINE ISLAND
CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH , Pine Island, Tim Graham, Pastor, 507-356-4306, www.corner stonepi.org, ASL Interpretation available. Cornerstone Kids meet every Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. Prayer meeting is Wednesdays at 7 p.m. GOOD NEWS EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 208 North Main, Pine Island, Chris Paulson, Pastor, (507) 356-4834. Sundays: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for children and adults; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 7 p.m. Youth Group for grades 7-12. Wednesdays: 6 p.m. AWANA for grades K-6; 7:30 p.m. Bible study for all ages. PINE ISLAND ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 520 So. Main St., Pine Island, 3568622, email: dashpole@bevcomm. net, Rev. Dan Ashpole, Pastor. Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible class and Childrens Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship. ST. MICHAELS CATHOLIC, 451 5th Street SW, Pine Island, 356-4280, Father Randal Kasel, Pastor; Saturday Mass 5 p.m.; Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m.; Confessions 4:15 p.m. Saturday; Daily Mass Wednesday 8:30 a.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.; Confessions 8 a.m. Office Hours Tuesday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ST. PAUL LUTHERAN, ELCA, 214 3rd St. S.W., Box 708, Pine Island, John Torris Lohre, Senior Pastor; Kip A. Groettum, Associate Pastor. Email: saintpaulpi@yahoo.com; Web site: www.saintpaulpi.org. Wed., Feb. 26: 3:30 p.m. 7th and 8th grade confir-

RURAL
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN, Aspelund, Martin Horn, Pastor. Wed., Feb. 26: 3:15 p.m. Overcomers; 5 p.m. 1st year confirmation at Hauge; 6 p.m. 2nd year confirmation at Hauge; 6:30 p.m. Choir; 7:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer. Sun., March 2: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Worship; 5:45 p.m. Youth group supper at Hauge; 6 p.m. Youth group at Hauge. Wed., March 5: 3:15 p.m. Overcomers; 5 p.m. 1st year confirmation at Hauge; 6 p.m. 2nd year confirmation at Hauge; Supper at Hauge; 6:30 p.m. Choir a Hauge; 7:30 p.m. Worship at Hauge. GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nerstrand, Don Kloster pastor, (507) 3342822. Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Coffee hour; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; Confirmation class. GRACE & ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCHES, Rural Goodhue, County 4 Blvd., Vacancy Pastor: Randall Kuznicki. Grace: Sundays: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship; Communion on the second and last Sunday of the month. St. Johns: Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School; Bible study; Communion on the second and last Sunday of the month. HAUGE LUTHERAN, Rural Kenyon, Martin Horn, Pastoral. Wed., Feb. 26: 3:15 p.m. Overcomers; 5 p.m.

3:11 p.m. A deputy attended to civil matters on Main St. 6:29 p.m. Extra patrol was requested on Main St while a truck filled with corn was parked at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh OSHKOSH, WI Ryan RedSchool; 10:30 a.m. Worship with com- mond of Goodhue was named to munion. Tues., March 4: 11 a.m. the deans list for the fall semesText study. Wed., March 5: 6:30 p.m. ter. Church council.

College

URLAND LUTHERAN 6940 County 9 Blvd., Cannon Falls, MN 55009. Church: 507-263-5544; Pastor David Hurtt, Interim. Wed., Feb. 26: 6 a.m. Mens Bible study; 6:30 p.m. Affirmation class; 7:30 p.m. Praise and worship practice. Sun., March 2: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; Youth forum; 10:30 a.m. Communion worship. Mon., March 3: 7 p.m. Peace circle. Wed., March 5: 6 a.m. Mens Bible study; Youth sponsored chili supper; 7 p.m. Worship. WANGEN PRAIRIE LUTHERAN , LCMC 34289 County 24 Blvd., Cannon Falls, Curtis Fox, Pastor, 507663-9060; Linda Flom, Visitation Minister, 263-5613. Sundays 9 a.m. Worship. Thursdays 9:30 a.m. Bible study; 7 p.m. Blue grass jam. ZWINGLl UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 23148 County Highway 24, West Concord (Berne), 507/527-2622. Rev. Victor Jortack, Pastor.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL Named to the fall semester deans list were, from Goodhue: Jennifer Carnel; from Mazeppa: Melanie Josselyn; from Oronoco: David Algadi; and from Pine Island: Benjamin Bosch, Samuel Finnegan, Jennifer Hanson, Mitchell Kukson, Joel Torgeson, and Audrey Wingren.
UW Green Bay

GREEN BAY, WI Benjamin Lindberg of Pine Island earned Highest Honors (GPA 4.0) for the fall semester.
Bemidji State University

BEMIDJI Kyla Kyllo graduated with a bachelor of science degree in design technology at the conclusion of the fall semester.
Bethel University

THE CHURCH CORNER

HVL Conference Art Show through March 16

ROCHESTER Rochester Art Center is pleased to present the second annual Hiawatha Valley League (HVL) Conference Art Show. The exhibition will be on view through March 16 in Rochester Art Centers ANEX exhibition space. This show is organized as a cooperative effort by the high school principals and art teachers in the Hiawatha Valley League conference schools. This exhibition stemmed from the desire of the principals in the conference to highlight some of the very positive projects students are doing every day within their schools. Since each school has a strong art program, the exhibition celebrates and showcases the range of artistic capabilities students possess. Schools included: Byron, Cannon Falls, Hayfield, KassonMantorville, Le Crescent, Pine Island, Rochester Lourdes, Stewartville, Triton, and ZumbrotaMazeppa. Each school has submitted up to twelve artworks, both two- and three-dimensional, by students in grades nine through twelve for the exhibition. The public is invited to visit and experience the creative work from area students, and see the positive impact that the students, teachers, and area schools are making in our communities. The show will be open during Rochester Art Centers public hours and admission is free. Rochester Art Center is located at 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN, 55904. Hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday: 10 a.m. 5 p.m., Thursday: 10 a.m. 9 p.m. FREE, Sunday: noon 5 p.m. For more information, call 507.282.8629 or visit www.rochesterartcenter.org.

ST. PAUL Andrea Cragoe of Pine Island was named to the deans list for the fall semester.
Arizona State University

To debate or not to debate

By Pastor Gary Basinski New River Assembly of God Zumbrota A few weeks ago, there was this debate that over ten million people have watched so far. It took place between the famous Bill Nye the Science Guy and a little known creationist named Ken Hamm. This debate was held at the creation museum and viewed by people streaming it live through the internet. Why was this such a big deal? Since this has taken place, I have read self-proclaimed atheists say that Bill Nye did horrible and blew it, and I have read Christians who say they believe in the Bible say that Ken Hamm did a horrible job. Both sides of this discussion came out unhappy with the results. Now, I cannot speak for the side of which Bill Nye stands, that says the Bible doesnt tell us or explain creation, so I will not even try to bother. But I can look from the side of creation at the biblical account of Genesis. I do believe that God created the world and universe, and that everything we see today came from that. I believe that when Genesis says that God created the world in six days it actually means what it says. It is not some hypothetical illustration that when we interpret it six different ways we finally come to some random conclusion. But rather I believe in Gods word the Bible, and if I am going to truly stand behind those comments and beliefs I have to believe in creation, period. This doesnt make me or anyone else dumb or less intelligent, but rather it means that I believe in a supernatural God whom neither I nor anyone else can really explain or figure out. Some dont like that, but I actually find it rather assuring that I cannot explain how my God exists outside the realm of conventional time. That is where my faith in my Lord and Savior comes into play. I not only believe in God or a higher power but I believe that Jesus is that God and he died to saved me, and in return I have given him my life to see his glory be known. The problem with these debates is that throwing statements at one another is not going to change someones heart, just like arguing with a family member isnt going to help either. I am not trying to rip either of the gentlemen; it was a great opportunity to see each side of the equation. Let us not forget who God is and the power that he alone has. We desperately need people to see Gods magnificent glory in and through his creation, but getting into arguing matches will not work. Christians, we need to seek God, and start living the lives that we were created to live and stop banking on religion to get us through. If we want to see our world change, it starts with you and me teaming up and seeing God use us! Then and only then will we see the change we so desperately want to see. As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns please contact me at gary.nragz@gmail.com or come on by the church sometime throughout the week!

TEMPE, AZ Christopher Peterson of Pine Island graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in political science from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Decembers commencement ceremony. Named to the deans list for the fall semester was Nathan Simon of Pine Island.
University of Wisconsin Stout

MENOMONIE, WI Earning the chancellors award for the fall semester were Kelley Mann of Goodhue, Kelle Rasmussen and Ian Ziemba of Mazeppa, James Schroder of Pine Island, Kacie Shull of Oronoco, and Kara Swenson of Zumbrota.
University of St. Thomas

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ST. PAUL Named to the fall semester deans list were Paul Befort of Mazeppa; Jordan Cook, Sarah Murray, and Courtney Pahl of Pine Island; and Chad Swenson and Mitchell Watkins of Zumbrota.
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Erin Larson of Oronoco was named to the presidents list (4.0 GPA), and Jason Holland of Zumbrota was named to the deans list (3.25-3.99 GPA) for the fall semester.

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Goodhue

New hours for Goodhue School weight room

By R.D. Aaland GOODHUE At the February 19 Goodhue School Board meeting it was brought up that some parents had dropped their children off at the school to use the weight room, only to find it was not open. High School Principal Michael Harvey explained that due to liability concerns, the weight room needed a supervisor present to ensure against accidents. To make the area safer a new schedule has been made. The weight room will be open Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7-8 a.m. and from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The hours may be increased if the public wishes to spend more money on supervision. learning and instructional improvement that is reflected in concrete actions. The office implements strong accountability systems. It will set and monitor non-negotiable goals for student achievePrincipal Support Framework ment. This plan, he said, has been Superintendent Mike Redmond well received by team members. introduced the board to a new pro- Site-based teams progress gram he would like to use in Elementary Principal Mark Goodhue called Principal Support Opsahl reported on the progress Framework. It allows a leadership of the site-based team. The team team to work independently, but looks at three areas in the school: with goals to meet. The system strategic planning, staff develophas a vision focused on student ment and curriculum, and class offerings. Under strategic planning, three goals have been established: 1) Starting in the 2014-15 school year, all students in pre-school and kindergarten will be screened annually in five areas of development (communication, social/ emotional, cognitive/academic, adaptive, and motor). 2) By the end of the 2017-18 school year, 100% of third grade students (all students continuously enrolled in Goodhue since October 1 of their kindergarten year) will be proficient on the MCA-III reading exam. 3) High school students taking the ACT exam will have an ACT score of 23 or higher. Under staff development, there are major initiatives on American reading, PositiveBehavior Intervention Support (PBIS), and math. letter of resignation from longtime agriculture teacher A. Lee Thompson, effective June 2. They also accepted the letter of resignation from paraprofessional Karlene Abell effective March 26. Chairman Brian Schafer thanked Principal Harveys report them for their years of service to Principal Mike Harvey reported the district. on the success of the Chromebook Trap shooting team program and of his hopes to enEleven boys have signed up for large the classes to include jun- the Goodhue trap shooting team. iors and seniors. The board approved Mark Bestul A proposed trip to Washington as the coach. Harvey said one of D.C. is set for November 6-12. So the boys is also going to particifar there are enough students signed pate in baseball, but he didnt think up to take two buses to Washing- there would be a conflict in times. ton. No girls showed an interest in joinThe information on the auction ing the team. set for April 5 is being sent to Other business The board approved: area residents. Items requested The school calendar for the include household items in good condition, all types; farm machin- 2014-15 school year. Three days ery sitting in the back of a shed, have been added for both students such as planters, discs, wagons, and teachers to make up for snow augers, tractors, loaders, feeders, days. In the event that the school grain trucks, balers, rakes, items is not closed for snow next year, worth a lot as scrap metal; and those days may be removed by anything else that needs a new the board at their April 2015 meethome. This is an opportunity to ing. The strategic plan program for consign some items you need to move if you do not have enough this year. Policies concerning public and for your own auction and dislike selling items. Vehicles in work- private personnel data, field trips, ing condition with the appropri- and systems accountability: Policy ate title may be sold. Other items 406, Policy 610, and Policy 616. The next school board meeting not listed may also be sold. will be at 7:30 p.m. on Monday Resignations The school board accepted the March 17.

Goodhue class spends three days at Eagle Bluff Nature Center

LANESBORO Each year the fourth grade class from Goodhue School goes to Eagle Bluff Nature Center in Lanesboro for a three-day field trip that allows the students to experience outdoor education first hand. This year they went from February 12-14. Joe Deden, the director of Eagle Bluff, was presented a $7,500 check from the Dennis and Ruth Buck family. This was a grant that was made through Organic Valley Farms. At the right side of the photo, from left to right, front row: Deden (receiving the check), Brooke Buck, Justin Buck, and Kennedy Buck; back row: Miriam Turnbull, Ruth Buck, and Dennis Buck.

Grandparents/Senior Citizens Bingo is March 2

GOODHUE The Goodhue Gesundheit 4-H Club has selected Grandparents/ Senior Citizen Bingo as its Community Pride Project this year. Bingo will be on Sunday, March 2 at 1 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Goodhue. As in other years, club members invite their grandparents and senior citizens to a short monthly 4-H meeting. Afterwards, plenty of Bingo will be played with a lunch served, all at no cost. Prizes for Bingo will be purchased and donated by the Gesundheits. The club committee consists of Alyssa Herman, Taylor Buck, Haley Hinrichs, Melissa Poncelet, and Mindy Strusz. They will present this Community Pride Project at the Goodhue County Fair this year. Call Ann Buck (923-4274) or Shelly Strusz (923-4079) if you need a ride. Please help the club spread the word to all grandparents/senior citizens, to help make this project a success.

Obituaries
Richard Hart 1932-2014
ALBERT LEA Richard A. Hart, 82, formerly of Pine Island, died Wednesday, February 12, 2014, at his home in Albert Lea. Richard (Dick) was born on January 7, 1932, at home in rural Olmsted County, the son of Edna (Horton) and Orval Hart. He graduated from Pine Island High School and earned a teaching degree at Winona State University. He completed his masters degree in mathematics and science at the University of North Dakota at Grand Forks, attending graduate school on scholarship. Dick served in the United States Army at Fort Belvoir and played semi-professional baseball. After teaching for a year at Fulda, he taught science to several generations of Albert Lea students and was employed by the school district from 1958 until his retirement in 1991. He also coached baseball and football at the junior high level, taught drivers training as well as the summer science program. Dick married Beverly Dearmin in Austin in 1953 and they recently celebrated their 60th anniversary. A skilled craftsman, he rebuilt his home with his own hands when it was destroyed by tornado in April 1967. This home was build on the site of Richards previous house which he had also built with his own labor and completed only a month before the tornado. Richard was an avid sportsman and conservationist and enjoyed many outdoor activities, particularly hunting and fishing at his lake cabin, a place on Graves Lake that he also built. He liked to golf and bowl with his friends, was an excellent cook and was well-known as a referee at school-sanctioned sporting events throughout southern Minnesota. He spent most summers relaxing at his cabin near Grand Rapids. He enjoyed reading and the study of history. A sociable man, Dick had innumerable friends and was a member of the American Legion and the Fountain Lake Sportsmans Club. Richard is survived by his wife, Beverly; sister, Doreita (Larry) Reynolds of Wabasha; children, Janet Deane of Rochester, Julie (John) Beckmann of Austin, Connie (Bobby) Rupp of Lake Mills, Iowa, and Rick (Julie) Hart of Galveston, Texas; ten grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Neil Hart. Services were held on February 16 at the United Methodist Church and interment was at Red Oak Grove Cemetery near Corning. Fair Secretary for twenty two years. Irene enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, jigsaw puzzles, and visiting with many family members and friends. Irene is survived by three daughters, Mary Lee (Marvin) Ehlers of Mazeppa, Beverly Kapke of Wilber, Nebraska, and Nancy (Chuck) Krueger of Firth, Nebraska; one son, Jerry (Phyllis) Clemenson of Zumbrota; thirteen grandchildren, Mark (Lisa) Ehlers, Marisa (Brad) Dannheim, Mara (Mark) Sikkink, Jennifer (Luke) Wolfgramm, Scott (Ashley) Kapke, Daniel (Lori) Kapke, Kevin (Kaye) Krueger, Keith (Becky) Krueger, Darin (Christy) Krueger, Trisha Krueger, Brian (Tiffany) Clemenson, Sarah (KC) Betzold and Andrew (Shannon) Clemenson; twenty six great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Mildred Schliep. Irene was preceded in death by her husband, Almen, on January 3, 2001; parents, Bertha and Fred; son-in-law, Robert Kapke; four brothers, Harvey, Herbert, Leo and Lyle Schliep; and one sister, Verna Berg. The funeral service was held on Monday, February 24, at Christ Lutheran Church in Zumbrota with Pastor Wayne D. Schoch officiating. Casketbearers were her grandsons, Mark Ehlers, Scott and Daniel Kapke, Kevin, Keith and Darin Krueger, and Brian and Andrew Clemenson. Honorarybearers are her granddaughters, Marisa Dannheim, Mara Sikkink, Jennifer Wolfgramm, Trisha Krueger, and Sarah Betzold. Burial was in the Zumbrota Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to Christ Lutheran Church or donors choice.

Clifford Swarthout 1932-2014

ing at Caryl Cowdens grocery store in Oronoco. He worked there for seven years, Food Bonanza in Rochester for four years, and then for twenty years doing custodial work for the Mayo Clinic. He retired in 1990. In 1996 they moved to Rochester, and in 2002 they moved to Pine Island. Tete enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and coffee with the senior citizens. He was a member of Charles Cowden American Legion Post #184 in Pine Island, Stary-Yerka VFW Post #5727 in Zumbrota, Pine Island Senior Citizens and was a deacon at Presbyterian Church of Oronoco. Tete is survived by his wife, Joan; nieces whom he helped raise, Patti Wallace, Ann Downey, and Jill Shermer, and many other nieces and nephews; great-nieces, Kayla Wallace, Korryn and Krysta Downey and Alia Shermer; sisters, Marilyn (Floyd) Nord of Rochester and LouAnn Denning of Big Lake; and brother, Richard Swarthout of Aitkin. Tete was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Glenn, Wayne, and Carl Swarthout; and two sisters, Elaine Swarthout and Shirley Murray. The memorial service was held on Monday, February 24, at Presbyterian Church of Oronoco with Pastor Lisa Johnson officiating. Burial will be in the spring in Oronoco Cemetery.

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Irene Clemenson 1921-2014

PINE ISLAND Clifford William Tete Swarthout, age 81, of Pine Island died on Sunday, February 16, 2014 at his home in Pine Island. Clifford was born on September 29, 1932 in Oronoco to Merle and Olive (nee Cowden) Swarthout. He grew up in rural Oronoco and Pine Island and attended country school. He worked as a farmhand until he entered the U.S. Army on April 16, 1951. He served in Okinawa during the Korean Conflict. On October 17, 1953 he married Joan Drazan in Rochester. Clifford was honorably discharged on April 13, 1954 and they returned to Pine Island. Clifford worked as a farmhand for a short time and then started work-

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Harold Matthees 1926-2014

ZUMBROTA Irene B. Clemenson, age 92, of Zumbrota, died on Thursday, February 20, 2014 at the Mayo Health Systems Red Wing Campus. Irene Bertha Schliep was born on August 25, 1921 in Zumbrota to Fred and Bertha (nee Perry) Schliep. She grew up in Zumbrota and graduated from Zumbrota High School in 1939. Irene worked as a secretary at the public school until her marriage to Almen Clemenson at Christ Lutheran Church in Zumbrota on June 4, 1944. They made their home in the Zumbrota area and Irene was a homemaker. Irene was a lifelong member of Christ Lutheran Church. She was a member of the ladies aid, taught Sunday school, and was in the sewing circle. She was also a member of the extension club, card club, mimeographed for the church and other businesses, catered for weddings, was an excellent seamstress, and served as Goodhue County

RED WING Harold J. John Matthees, 88, of Red Wing and formerly of Goodhue, died Friday, February 21, 2014 at St. Brigids at Hi Park. He was born January 6, 1926 in Goodhue Township to Nick and Anna (Diercks) Matthees. He attended country school and graduated from Goodhue High School in 1942. He enlisted in the Navy during WWII and served with the Seabees in Okinawa, Japan. All six of his brothers also served in the military during WWII, and they all returned home safely. John was honorably discharged in May of 1946. On June 5, 1949, he was married to Ardelle Banitt at Christ Lutheran Church in Zumbrota. The couple made their home in Goodhue. John made his living as a carpenter and he owned Matthees

Kari and Adam Ellingsburg of Kenyon announce the arrival of a son, Henry Richard, born December 10, 2013, at Rochester Methodist Hospital. He was 8 pounds 14 ounces and 20-7/8 inches long. Grandparents are Richard and Janet Ellingsburg of Kenyon, Gary and Barbara Harbo of Eagan, and Tom and Kris Ferguson of Zumbrota. Great-grandparents are Janet Harbo of Lynd and Sigrid JorConstruction, having built many genson of Mesa, Arizona. homes in the area. In 1988, he retired. In 2007, John and Ardelle moved to Deercrest in Red Wing. In 2009, John had the opportunity to take an Honor Flight to Washington D.C., which he greatly enjoyed. He was a lifelong member of of St. Johns Lutheran Church in rural Goodhue and he was a member of the Leo C. Peterson American Legion Post #54. In his spare time, he enjoyed traveling, reading, playing cards, and watching the Twins and Vikings on TV. John was preceded in death by his six brothers, Herbert, Norbert, Nick, Walter, Arnold, and Herman Matthees; two sisters, Erna Matthees and Margaret Kunde; sisters-in-law, Florence, Marian, and Kathryn Matthees; and one brother-in-law, Harold Kunde. KICKBUSCH John is survived by his loving Leo James Kickbusch was born wife of nearly 65 years, Ardelle; one son, James (Debra) Matthees to Sarah and Justin Kickbusch of of New Brighton; his special niece, Rosemount on February 12, 2014, Carolyn (Thomas) Junge of Roch- in Rosemount. He was 8 pounds 3 ester and her family, Scott (Anna), ounces and measured 20 inches David, and Mark (Fiance Andrea) long. Junge; his nieces and nephews; Grandparents are Jim and Sylvia and one sister-in-law, Gladys Shelstad of Pine Island, and Gary Matthees. A funeral service was held Tues- and Marie Kickbusch of Wasau, day, February 25, at St. Johns Wisconsin. Lutheran Church in rural Goodhue, with Reverend Randall Kuznicki officiating. Burial will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are preferred Mike Nadeau, Piano Technician to St. Johns Church or donors 61533 County Road #7 choice. Online condolences may Mazeppa, MN 55956 be sent to the family at www.mahn 507-951-7351 OR 507-258-4668 familyfuneralhome.com. N41-52P

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Senior Profiles
PINE ISLAND GOODHUE ZUMBROTA-MAZEPPA

Haily Shelstad Parents: Shawn and Lori Shelstad Siblings, ages: Hunter Shelstad, 14; Paige Callahan, 21; brotherin-law Daniel Callahan, 23 High school activities: Choir, womens ensemble, Panther Crew Favorite class or subject: Child development classes or anatomy and physiology Out of school activities, hobbies: Babysitting, going to movies, shopping, and hanging out with my friends and boyfriend Part-time job: Receptionist at Hometown Salon and babysitting Favorite movie: Lone Survivor; TV show: NCIS; song: Anything by Miley Cyrus Future plans: Go to St. Cloud for medical sonography. Become an ultrasound or echocardiogram technician. Have fun, meet a lot of new people, get married, have a family, and live happily ever after.

Jack Miller Parents: Clint and Patty Miller Siblings, ages: Ben Miller, 20 High school activities: Track and field, cross country, DECA, FCCLA, Knowledge Bowl, math league, football, Panther Crew, jazz orchestra, National Honor Society Favorite class or subject: Calculus, chemistry Best high school memory: Going to True Team State in track and field and competing with all my friends Out of school activities, hobbies: Mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, camping, traveling, and spending time with my friends Part-time job: Homemaker at Samaritan Bethany Inc. Favorite book: Enders Game and Unbroken; movie: Lord of the Rings; TV show: Cake Boss; song: Brave by Sarah Barielles Future plans: Attend college at one one of the colleges Ive applied to (Arizona State University, University of Minnesota, University of Michigan, or United States Air Force Academy). While there I would like to major in aerospace engineering and possibly start my own aerospace company.

Mikayla Tipcke Parents: Jerry and Carol Tipcke Siblings, ages: Erica, 19; Mariah, 14; and Elsie, 12 High school activities: Volleyball, National Honor Society, Teens Needing Teens, band, student council, and class president Favorite class or subject: Spanish Best high school memory: Trip to Washington, D.C. Out of school activities, hobbies: Youth group, showing horses, 4-H, water sports, saddle club, and Miss Goodhue Princess Part-time job: Certified nursing assistant at St. Brigids at HiPark and Caribou Coffee Favorite book: All books by Nicholas Sparks; movie: Harry Potter series; TV show: The Vampire Diaries; song: Walk by Faith by Jeremy Camp Future plans: Attend the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire for nursing.

Meredith Watson Parents: Kevin and Sharon Watson Siblings, ages: Brett, 24; and Laura, 20 High school activities: Volleyball, basketball, National Honor Society, Teens Needing Teens, student council, and yearbook Favorite class or subject: Crafts Best high school memory: Going to Costa Rica with the Spanish class Out of school activities, hobbies: Church, painting, shopping, swimming, and hanging out with friends Part-time job: Lifeguard Favorite book: The Hobbit; movie: The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Les Miserables; TV show: The Walking Dead; song: Dream On by Aerosmith Future plans: Attend the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire for special education.

Taylor Groby Parents: Chris and Laurie Groby Siblings, ages: Caleb, 14; Evan, 11; Kara, 8; Norah, 3 High school activities: Dance team, SADD, FFA Favorite class or subject: Advanced biology Best high school memory: State dance team Out of school activities, hobbies: Longboarding, hiking, babysitting, playing piano at church, 4-H Part-time job: Cougar Care Favorite book: The Bible; movie: The Lord of the Rings; song: Oceans by Hillsong United Future plans: Go to school for nursing and midwifery and travel the world to do medical missions and share the love of God with unreached peoples.

Ellis Hirman Parents: Matt Hirman, Carmen Hirman Siblings, ages: Isaac, 19 High school activities: Football, basketball, Lego Robotics Favorite class or subject: Global issues with Mr. Raasch Best high school memory: Senior year football Out of school activities, hobbies: Fantasy football, anything sports related, spending time with friends Part-time job: Dairy Queen Favorite book: The Hobbit ; movie: Space Jam ; TV show: SportsCenter; song: There He Go Future plans: Go to college

Brandon Miller Parents: Bruce and Cheryl Miller Siblings, ages: Emily, 33; Bruche, 20 High school activities: Baseball and football Favorite class or subject: Engineering, drafting/design, and all the other shop classes Best high school memory: When we went to State in football my senior year Out of school activities, hobbies: Hunting, motocross, snowmobiling, fixing and building things Part-time job: Tilford Construction Favorite book: The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger; movie: Step Brothers; TV show: Hunting channel; song: Anything thats country Future plans: College at UW Platteville for mechanical engineering. After that, get a good job, have a family, and become rich.

Ryan McNallan Parents: Doug and Jean Siblings, ages: Jessica, 16 High school activities: Football, National Honor Society, Panther Crew, peer helpers, statistician Favorite class or subject: History Best high school memory: Crazy lunch conversations with the guys Out of school activities, hobbies: Hanging with friends, watching sports, working Part-time job: Island Market with the one and only Marcus Aarsvold, Durst Bros. Dairy Favorite book: Fallen Angels by Walter Dean Meyers; movie: The Dark Knight; TV show: Big Bang Theory, Family Guy; song: Friday Night by Eric Paslay Future plans: Go to school at either University of Wisconsin LaCrosse or University of Northern Iowa, graduate, then go into physical therapy school. Graduate from grad school, find the girl of my dreams, and live a long and happy life full of fun and exciting moments with her and our family.

Kali Ryan Parents: Todd and Lori Ryan Siblings, ages: Alyssa, 20; Megan, 14; and Connor, 10 High school activities: National Honor Society, student council, basketball, and volleyball Favorite class or subject: AP Biology Best high school memory: Going to Florida with the band Out of school activities, hobbies: 4-H, riding horseback, and hanging with friends and family Favorite book: Divergent; movie: The Notebook; TV show: Vampire Diaries; song: Story of My Life by One Direction Future plans: Attend a fouryear college and major in exercise science.

Alex Thomforde Parents: Craig and LaVonne Thomforde Siblings, ages: Sean, 24; Dustin, 21; Lucas, 15; Nicholas, 15; and Adrianna, 11 High school activities: Football, basketball, and baseball Favorite class or subject: Math and construction Best high school memory: Every game day Out of school activities, hobbies: Hunting, snowmobiling, and four-wheeling Part-time job: Farming Favorite book: Fear No One by Allen Iverson; movie: Lone Survivor ; TV show: King of Queens; song: Anything country or rap Future plans: Go to college and get a good job.

Kayla Zamenski Parents: Alissa Zamenski and the late Christopher Zamenski High school activities: Cheerleading Favorite class or subject: Art Best high school memory: Homecoming Week Out of school activities, hobbies: Dancing and hanging out with friends Part-time job: Waitress at the Coffee Mill Favorite book: Flowers in the Attic; movie: Bridesmaids; TV show: Law and Order: SVU; song: Pompeii by Bastille Future plans: Go to Central Michigan University and pursue a degree in recreational therapy. Then get married, have three beautiful children, and live a happy, fulfilling life.

Catherine Tri Parents: Rick, Nancy Siblings, ages: Zachary, 25 High school activities: Band, SADD, FFA Favorite class or subject: History Out of school activities, hobbies: Piano, volunteering Part-time job: Bela Va Boutique Favorite book: The Fault in Our Stars by John Green; movie: The Heat Future plans: Go to college for accounting.

Ana Marx Parents: Jon Marx and Jody Kahn; step-parents Lisa Marx and Mark Kahn Siblings, ages: Gabby Marx, 22; Nathan Marx, 14 High school activities: Homecoming week, track, two years of soccer, one year of gymnastics, two years of dance, a few clubs here and there. Favorite class or subject: Any kind of sciences! I also enjoy the poetic part of English. Out of school activities, hobbies: Camping, going to the beach and soaking up some rays, sledding in the winter. I adore painting/drawing and any artsy projects. Part-time job: Island Market Favorite book: Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind; movie: Titanic, love scary/action movies, A Time to Kill, The Sound of Music Future plans: Rochester Community and Technical College Path-to-Purple nursing program with Winona.

Max Hale Parents: Sharon Stucky, Thomas Hale Siblings, ages: Dani, 15; Bridget, 22; Paxton, 4; Alaina, 2 Favorite class or subject: Shop classes Best high school memory: Hanging out with friends Out of school activities, hobbies: Working on cars, driving cars, kickin it with the buddies Part-time job: Mills Fleet Farm Favorite book: The Outsiders; movie: Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift; TV show: Burn Notice; song: Anything by Tech n9ne Future plans: Attend Minnesota State University Mankato for automotive engineering technology.

Brett Dankers Parents: Mark and Karla Thermos and Steve Dankers Siblings, ages: Bo, 20; Klarissa, 17; step-sisters Tasha, 24; Brittney, 23; and Alyssa, 20 Favorite class or subject: Shop with Mr. Baker Out of school activities, hobbies: Four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and hanging out with girlfriend and friends Part-time job: Pete Burfeinds Dairy Favorite TV show: Family Guy; song: Twilight Zone by Golden Earring Future plans: Become a successful farmer.

Jed Lindblom Parents: Tracy and Eric Lindblom Siblings, ages: Autumn, 14; Wyatt, 10; and Evelyn, 2 High school activities: Football and wrestling Favorite class or subject: Fish and wildlife Best high school memory: Supermileage class Out of school activities, hobbies: Hunting, fishing, and mudding Part-time job: Help on farm and Menards Favorite book: Brians Hunt; movie: Boondock Saints; TV show: Roadkill; song: The Good Stuff by Kenny Chesney Future plans: Army

Alyssa Swarthout Parents: Sara Wilkus, John Swarthout Siblings, ages: Cody, 20; Angelina, 21 High school activities: Choir in grades 9-11 Favorite class or subject: Anything with Mrs. Kleese Best high school memory: Playing in the Valentines Day game Out of school activities, hobbies: Spending time with family and friends Favorite book: The Hunger Games; movie: Grown Ups 2; TV show: Untold Stories of the ER; song: Treasure by Bruno Mars Future plans: Go to college in an arts program.

Megan Warneke Parents: Jeff and Janet Warneke Siblings, ages: Jared, 24; Nathan, 20; Jamie, 18 High school activities: Volleyball, Senior Class Committee, mock trial, SADD Favorite class or subject: Chemistry with Mrs. Post Best high school memory: Volleyball team dinner It was a Tuesday... Out of school activities, hobbies: Reading, running, shopping, going to hockey games, sleeping, and hanging out with friends Part-time job: Dairy Queen Favorite book: Little Women; movie: The Sound of Music; TV show: New Girl; song: Tiptoe by Imagine Dragons. Future plans: Attend college, get a job, get married, have kids and live a wonderful life.

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Nygaard Siblings, ages: Chelsea, 24 High school activities: Soccer, dance team, cheerleading, track, National Honor Society, Lego Robotics, Close-Up, Senior Class Committee, band, SADD, marching band Favorite class or subject: AP Psych with Rudy Best high school memory: Powderpuff and all the years the dance team went to State Out of school activities, hobbies: Studio dance, spending time with friends and family, volunteering at the Humane Society Part-time job: Cashier at Hub Food Center Favorite book: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak; movie: Were the Millers or White Chicks; TV show: American Horror Story or Pretty Little Liars; song: I love pretty much every song. Future plans: Go to college for pre-med with a minor in psycholMichelle Nygaard Parents: Sarah and Harlan ogy, then see what happens from there.

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County
Sheriffs Citizens Academy begins March 25
The Goodhue County Sheriffs Office will again be offering its Sheriffs Citizens Academy. The goal of this is to give the citizens of Goodhue County insight into the total operation of the sheriffs office and why we do what we do. Citizens Academy attendees will gain a working knowledge of the sheriffs office; its personnel, policies, and procedures. It consists of eight classes held once a week for three hours per session. The instruction is comprehensive, covering a different area of the office each session. Deputies, supervisors, and other personnel with particular expertise in different sections of the sheriffs office will conduct each instructional block. The Citizens Academy offers candid and open discussions on the operation of the sheriffs office, and we strongly encourage members of the class to ask questions. It is felt that the academy creates an opportunity for citizen/ law enforcement interaction and cooperation. The academy is free of charge and will take place over eight evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The first seven weeks will be on Tuesday evenings, with the eighth week being held on Thursday evening. The starting date will be March 25 and it will run through May 15. Four of the sessions will be held in Red Wing, three in Pine Island, and one in Zumbrota. The academy is open to any resident of Goodhue County 18 years of age and older. If you feel you would like to be a part of a cooperative effort between the sheriffs office and the community you may obtain more information and an application on the homepage of the Goodhue County website www.co.goodhue. mn.us; at the Goodhue County Sheriffs Office in Red Wing; or by contacting the sheriffs office administration at 651-267-2614. Applications are due by March 14, 2014.

Girl Scout Cookie season is here

ZUMBROTA To kick off Girl Scout Cookie sales, six troops in the Greater Goodhue Service Unit (consisting of more than 30 girls) held a Cookie Rally for girls on Friday, February 7, at Lands Lutheran Church in Zumbrota. Girls in Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors completed activities led by local Girl Scout Cadettes, Leaders, and parents. Girls learned about cookie safety and running cookie booths. They made cookie bracelets, posters for booths, and Super 6 Capes. Creating booth posters are, from left to right: Jordan Black of Rochester, Abby Clasemann of Zumbrota, and Olivia Amsbaugh of Zumbrota. With her Super 6 Cape is Hailey Schliep of Zumbrota. They also played Cookie Twister and Cookie Bingo. Cookie sales end March 23. Get more information and find out where to buy cookies at www .GirlScouts.org. Click on the Cookies link.

Mehrkens announces candidacy for Wabasha County Commissioner seat

Jamie Mehrkens announced today that he will be seeking a seat on the Wabasha County Board this November. I have a great desire to make a difference and I will use my common sense and leadership experience to make Wabasha County a better place to live, work and raise a family, he said. Mehrkens has lived in Wabasha County his entire life and currently resides in the City of Mazeppa. He and his wife Michelle have been married for 17 years and have two children, Katie and Tyler. Mehrkens graduated from Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School and earned his degree from Riverland Technical College. Following his graduation from college, he worked as an apprentice with Remmele Engineering from 1995-2006 as a journeyman toolmaker. Currently, he is employed with Domaille Engineering as a manufacturing engineer. Mehrkens has a strong sense of community involvement and a deep commitment to civic responsibility, which contributed to his decision to run for the in leadership. I will use my time and energy to meet and listen to the concerns of the people of our district and will connect with others throughout Wabasha County. Upon being elected, my first goal is to work to build relationships with the other commissioners, and work cooperatively to address the shared concerns of Wabasha County citizens. Having elected representation who understand the concerns and issues of Wabasha County citizens is what is important to him. He said, I am committed to serving people and seeking common-sense solutions to the problems our area faces. From wise fiscal management to improving our countys roads and bridges, to providing for the publics safety, I will use the shared values and common sense that I learned growing up in western Wabasha County. Mehrkens will be seeking the seat for District 2 in Wabasha County. He can be reached at Mehrkens4cc@outlook.com or 507.696.1286.

ZUMBROTA POLICE REPORT

January 20 8:31 a.m. Caseys North reported a gas drive-off. 9:19 a.m. Matthees Midtown reported receiving a bad check from a female. 2:56 p.m. A report was made of small children on snowmobiles. 4:43 p.m. A female wanted to talk to an officer about receiving gifts and then having them taken back. 7:17 p.m. A female stated that a male was drinking at her home and got upset about something and was demoralizing her. She said that the male has a drinking problem and gets into fits of rage when drinking. January 21 12:28 a.m. An officer noticed two vehicles outside the building with the lights on. They were construction workers doing late night repairs. 12:54 p.m. Three Rivers Community Action asked for a welfare check. 1:19 p.m. A female reported that she had bought a vehicle and it was stolen out of the lot. She said the previous owners son may have taken it. 5:47 p.m. Kwik Trip reported a female who was unable to pay for her gas. She said she would return Friday to pay for the gas. January 22 1 p.m. ZM High School reported that a couple of students who had been drinking in school. Both students were cited for an alcohol violation. January 23 10:26 a.m. The Rochester State Patrol wanted assistance for a vehicle search. 12:13 p.m. Zumbrota Liquor Store reported receiving a $100 check that wasnt good. 7:41 p.m. Wabasha County wanted an officer to help with an active warrant for obstructing legal process and fleeing a police officer. The county was given information that he may be staying in Zumbrota. An officer was advised that he has been known to have weapons and has been drinking heavily. The male was arrested. 11:03 p.m. A female had used her Epipen and developing swollen lips and a rash. January 24 9:28 a.m. SuperAmerica reported a gas drive-off. 11:52 a.m. A driver was warned for speeding. 11:01 p.m. A female reported following a vehicle down Main Street that was driving all over the road. January 25 4:09 p.m. A female reported that children were sledding at the park and two snowmobiles started to follow them. The kids got scared and went to the gas station and asked for a ride home. 5:54 p.m. The Rochester State Patrol reported two vehicles racing in the southbound lane from Hader. 6:41 p.m. A female reported that her husband was out of control. She was holding the door shut and not letting him in. The fight was verbal, not physical. 11:58 p.m. The Rochester State Patrol asked for assistance on finding a vehicle that had gone into the ditch. 2:09 p.m. An officer unlocked a vehicle. 6:10 pm. An officer assisted a garbage truck. The driver was having problems with the air brakes, whick possibly had ice in them. January 28 12:10 a.m. A male asked for transport to Dairy Farmers of America for work. His vehicle had broken down. 9:21 a.m. A male was having chest pains. 10:42 a.m. Matthees Midtown reported receiving a bad check. 3:49 p.m. A report was made of a possible internet military marriage scam. 4:48 p.m. A male reported receiving a call from a scam DEA agent requesting money. January 29 7:39 a.m. A report was made of a vehicle crash with no injuries. The driver reported not seeing the other vehicle and failed to yield. 12:39 p.m. A driver was warned for stop sign violation. 3:20 p.m. A report was made of a vehicle all over the road. The male driver said it was windy and he was having problems keeping the vehicle in the lane. January 30 1:47 p.m. A female had fallen earlier and now couldnt walk. 2:25 p.m. Super America asked for a public assist. January 31 7:48 a.m. Kwik Trip reported that a customer locked their keys in a vehicle. 8:44 a.m. A male was having a seizure inside a business. 9:12 a.m. A deer was killed by a vehicle. 1:53 p.m. A two-vehicle head-on accident occurred on County 10 Blvd. One driver required extrication and was transported to the hospital. The second driver refused transport.

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Wabasha County Board. His community involvement includes volunteering his time to work with Mazeppa Planning and Zoning in 2006-07. Mehrkens is very aware of the issues that have polarized Wabasha County government. Citizens have had to endure a lot over the past years, and it is time for a change

Winter weather means drivers should use caution near snowplows

The Minnesota Department of Transportation reminds motorists to drive slowly near snowplows and give them plenty of room. In January, motorists struck seven snowplows in southeastern Minnesota, resulting in injuries to 11 so far this winter. Fortunately, none of the crashes resulted in critical injuries to motorists. MnDOTs snowplow operators have been uninjured, but equipment has been damaged. MnDOT snowplow operators are doing their part to make highways safe. Motorists should remember to: Be patient and remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for your trip; it takes time to get roads back to good driving conditions. Stay back at least five car lengths from the plow, far from the snow cloud. Slow down to a safe speed for current conditions. Snowplows typically move at slower speeds. Stay alert for snowplows that turn or exit frequently and often with little warning. They may also travel over center lines or partially into traffic to further improve road Photo by Patrick Bogard conditions. From left to right, mother and daughter Kathy and Grace Rucker chat as Check road conditions at they construct valentines at the Sodbusters 4-H meeting on February 9. www.511mn.org or call 511. For additional tips on safe winter driving, go to www.mndot.gov/ workzone. motorists, lost time and damaged vehicles. This winter has been especially dangerous for snowplow operators in southeastern Minnesota, with seven reported vehicle crashes with snowplows in January and

New Haven Sodbusters make valentines

By Andrew Bogard Club reporter Valentines galore were fabricated with care by the New Haven Sodbusters 4-Hers at the Sunday, February 9 meeting held at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Pine Island. These valentines were then delivered by youth leaders to Pine Haven Care Center and other local nursing home facilities. Adult leader Jan McNallan coordinated the valentine-making activity as one of the many community pride projects completed by the club each year. The Valentines Day theme was carried into the 4Hers attire, as many were dressed in red, white and pink colors, and the potluck dinner consisted of romantic foods like cream puffs. The Schroder and Forehand families led the flag pledges and coordinated the potluck. Demonstrations were given by Talia and Logan Mentjes on how to make dipped strawberries and festive valentine cupcakes. Emily Kaul presented her home environment project from the county fair. Andrew and Patrick Bogard and

Mariah Nadolny guided the Cloverbuds on a Winter Olympics theme project with decorated Olympic rings, and medals and waving American flags. The Olmsted County Hog Roast fundraising event will be held Sunday, April 27 at the 4-H building. There will be a live and silent auction during the event, and 4-H families will be selling tickets. The 4Hers are anxious for the winter activity to be held at the Kaul Farm in Oronoco on Saturday, February 22. The members plan to sled, participate in fun activities in the Kauls barnasium and munch on snacks and pizza. In the future, the club will be raising funds to augment a submitted Minnesota 4-H Foundation Helping Hands Grant proposal for making care blankets for those in need. The next meeting will be held Sunday, March 9, at 5 p.m. at St. Michaels. If you have questions, please call the key leader Connie Bogard at 367-2672. We welcome new members.

Happy-Go-Luckies hold February meeting

GOODHUE At the February 3 meeting of the Belvidere Happy-GoLuckies 4-H Club at St. Peters Church in Goodhue, members Maggie Mills, above left, and Kori Diercks tell fellow 4-H members about their recent trip to the National FFA Convention. Mills and Diercks relayed the similarities and differences in the two youth programs as part of their annual demonstration/project talk commitment. Right photo: Professional auctioneer and 4-H alum Jeremy Schafer returns to his former 4-H Club to lead the Happy-Go-Luckies annual fundraiser. Each February club members donate items to the auction, including handmade items, quality seconds, theme baskets or foods, and then buy them back through the bidding process. Its fun for the youth to participate in the auction setting and gives club members another opportunity for real-life experiences. Schafer is assisted by members Makae OReilly and Connor OReilly (not pictured).