Lively forum is conducted in Waverly about health care

Four candidates squared off tonight in Waverly at the community center located in St. Mary’s Catholic Church to discuss health care issues. 

State Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Delano) and DFL challenger Chris Brazelton of Delano, as well as State Rep. Dean Urdahl (R-Grove City) and DFL challenger Dr. David Detert of Litchfield discussed several issues posed by the audience.

The crowd was relatively light, but discussion lively as candidates took stances that were common for their respective political party.  Brazelton questioned a system that appeared to be set up for the benefit of insurance companies and private gain, at the expense of those who aren’t in perfect health and aging.  Emmer said that a free market system without government intervention would drive costs of health care down.

Urdahl noted different legislation that was being examined, including an intitiative by Gov. Tim Pawlenty that may adopt a form used in Utah to standardize billing procedures, something that Dr. Detert said takes an hour for him to do each day. 

A complete article will print in Monday’s paper.

Jonathan Menden earned Eagle Scout award

WINSTED, MN – Jonathan Menden, son of Rick and Sheryl Menden of Winsted, recently earned the highest award the Boy Scouts of America offers to Scouts, the Eagle Scout Award.

He was recognized at a National Eagle Scout Court of Honor Sept. 21 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Winsted.

Jonathan, a member of Boy Scout Troop 399 in Winsted, is one of approximately 4 percent of all Boy Scouts who attain the Eagle rank. He is the 16th member of Troop 399 to earn the award since 2002.

To earn the rank of Eagle, the Scout must be active in his troop and patrol for at least six months as a Life Scout, demonstrate Scout spirit by living the Scout Oath and Law in his daily life. serve actively in an approved position of responsibility, and plan, develop, and lead others in carrying out a service project worthy of an Eagle Scout.

The Scout must earn 21 merit badges to become an Eagle Scout, including the 12 that are required: First Aid, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizen in the World, Communications, Personal Fitness, Emergency Preparedness or Lifesaving, Environmental Science, Personal Management, Swimming, Hiking or Cycling, and Camping and Family Life.

Jonathan Menden earned 24 merit badges. His Eagle Scout project benefited St. John’s Lutheran Church. He built and landscaped the retaining walls that compliment the church’s new addition.

Jonathan has served the troop as quartermaster and patrol leader. He is active in his church, school, and the community.

Elderly, handicapped register for free pick up by Oct. 1

HOWARD LAKE, MN – The city of Howard Lake will conduct a clean-up day Saturday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon at the city maintenance shop.
Major appliances will be accepted for recycling at $13.
A price list is found in this week’s paper or call city hall for more information at (320) 543-3670.
Elderly and handicapped residents may call city offices prior to Wednesday, Oct. 1 for free pickup.
Middleville and Victor township residents are welcome.

Montrose school meetings set about levy

MONTROSE, MN – The following informational meetings have been set by the Buffalo-Montrose-Hanover School District to discuss the pending levy request:
Monday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m., Montrose Elementary media center and Hanover Elementary media center
Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m., Buffalo, Discovery Center board room
The public is encouraged to come and hear a presentation about the upcoming levy election Tuesday, Nov. 4. Those attending will have an opportunity to ask any questions they might have. If the public cannot make the public meetings, more information can be found on the district’s web site at www.bhmschools.org, click on Election 2008.
There is also a levy e-mail and hotline set up for questions or comments about the levy: levy08@buffalo.k12.mn.us or (763) 682-0877. Questions that are e-mailed or left on voicemail will be responded to within 24-48 hours after they have been received, Monday-Friday during regular business hours.

MOMS Club hosts open house Oct. 24

BUFFALO, MN – The Moms Offering Moms Support (MOMS) Club is hosting a fall membership open house Friday, Oct. 24 in the Parish Hall at St. Francis Xavier Church, located at 300 First Avenue NW in Buffalo.
The club is for stay-at-home moms in the Buffalo, Rockford, Delano, and Montrose area.
The open house will include food and beverages, crafts, games, door prizes, and the opportunity for new friendships for moms and their children.
There is no fee to attend the event, which is open to the public.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Lynn at (763) 647-7916 or brdmomsclub@yahoo.com before Wednesday, Oct. 22.

Bergen Busy Bees 4-H Club begin club celebration Oct. 5

LESTER PRAIRIE, MN – The Lester Prairie Bergen Busy Bees 4-H Club encourages everyone to join them in celebrating National 4-H Week, Sunday, Oct. 5 through Saturday, Oct. 11. The group will be hosting several events open to the public, whether interested in joining 4-H or not.
The Bergen Busy Bees will be decorating the window at Angvall Hardware and Mercantile in Lester Prairie Sunday, Oct. 5.
Then, at 2 p.m. they will be at Bethel Lutheran Church in Lester Prairie for a presentation by Raymond Warren of Brooklyn Center. Warren is a Shriner clown named Cocoa, and will describe what it’s like. The presentation is open to the public and should be fun for all ages.

Read more

Next Page »