February 2023

“Dessert Frenzy” fundraiser to be held in March

For the first time since Hope Harbor first opened in Marshall in 2005, a fundraiser for the ministry-based organization is being planned in Montevideo. Hope Harbor’s Executive Director Cindy McKittrick, who moved to Montevideo last year, decided it would be a good opportunity to spread the word about Hope Harbor’s mission in the local area, thus Cindy and her husband Wade will be hosting the event at the River Crest Golf Club on March 30th. “I just thought it would be a really fun way to introduce people to Hope Harbor. We can serve teens from this area, and a lot of churches and organizations support us in this area. So it’s an opportunity for the local community to learn more about the ministry,” McKittrick says.

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YME boys basketball team defeats Lac qui Parle Valley

Last Tuesday, the Yellow Medicine East Boys Varsity Basketball team traveled to neighboring Montevideo taking a 35-72 loss. Leaders in the game included Archie LaRose and Drew Almich, both scoring eight points each in the game. Scoring follows: YME (4-9) 16 19 — 35 Montevideo (7-7) 39 33 — 72 Individual Scoring: Archie LaRose 8, Drew Almich 8, James Peterson 1, Bryce Sneller 14, Owen Torvik 4 3-pointers: Almich 2, Torvik 1 Rebound leader: Sneller 10 Assist leader: Sneller 4 Block leader: Almich 2 On Thursday, the team traveled to Lac qui Parle Valley, where they bounced back with a 72-65 victory. Leaders in the game included Bryce Sneller, scoring 25 points, and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Archie LaRose added another 20 points to the team total. Scoring from that game follows: YME (4-9) 38 34 — 72 LQPV (4-9) 36 29 — 65 Individual Scoring: DJ Whitebuffalo 4, Archie LaRose 20, Drew Almich 19, Andrew Flaten 4, Bryce Sneller 25 3-pointers: LaRose 3, Almich 3 Rebound leader: Sneller 8 Assist leader: Cody Dahlager 2 Block leader: Sneller 1

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SHERRY JAKEL

Sherry Jakel, 77, of New Prague, formerly Buffalo and Granite Falls, passed away on January 21, 2023, at Mala Strana Assisted Living in New Prague. Sherry Lee Jakel was born in Crookston on December 3, 1945, to Jackson and Shirley (Anderson) Granger.

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DARIUS “BEANER” ZIESKE

Darius “Beaner” Zieske of Granite Falls passed away Monday, January 23, 2023, at St. Cloud Hospital at the age of 79. Visitation will be held Friday, February 3, 2023, from 2 - 5 p.m. at Anderson - TeBeest Funeral Home in Granite Falls. Darius “Beaner” Gene Zieske was born on June 24, 1943, in Redwood Falls to Calvin and Rose (Bernardy) Zieske. He grew up on a farm near Seaforth and his family moved to rural Granite Falls later in his childhood. Beaner was united in marriage to Ellen Hagen on April 4, 1964, at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Granite Falls. They made their home in Granite Falls where Beaner worked for Martin Marietta for over 40 years. Beaner had a great love for the outdoors with hunting and fishing and took pride in teaching his grandchildren his secrets. Over the years Beaner taught snowmobile lessons and even coached summer league softball. He enjoyed going to races at local dirt tracks, going to the casino, playing bingo and going to his campsite in Villard. One special person that has taken care of Beaner is Teri Schlemmer who always made Beaner laugh and smile, especially when she would pick him up for Thursday Night Bingo. Beaner had a great love for his prized 1972 orange Chevy truck, which he took to many car shows and won many awards. What Darius loved the most was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and sharing his passions with them. Beaner was so proud of being able to meet his first great-grandchild and cherished every moment with Bryson. He is survived by his wife, Ellen; daughters, Lisa (Scott) Zweibohmer of Dassel and Marcy Anderson of Rogers; and grandchildren: Tyler (significant other, Stef) and her daughter, Taylor, Austin (significant other, Kelsey) and their son, Bryson, Nicole, and Peyton; brothers: Darrell (Lynnae) Zieske, Perry (Joan) Zieske, and Kevin (Laurie) Zieske; sisters, LeNae

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Letter to the Editor

There are countless ways the United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) impacts our communities. The program that has made a difference in my family’s life is the Imagination Library program. My two children, Georgia (6) and Boden (3), have been enjoying the program since they were born. Georgia has graduated from the program; however, she still enjoys seeing Boden’s book come in the mail monthly.

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Beyond Reason

A Royal Summary Before I start, I want to clarify that I have no interest in royals. I do not read about royals in the newspapers or books.

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From the Editor’s Desk

There’s nothing quite as exciting to a nerd like me as the annual Minnesota Newspaper Association Convention. Each year’s convention is an opportunity to take courses throughout the two days that are led by long-time pros in their field. This year, I was only able to stay for one full day, as I had so many things happening all at once, that I would need to miss day two.

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News from WRAP

With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching it is important to discuss what healthy and unhealthy relationships look like. Oftentimes, things that may initially be seen as “cute” or “romantic” can lead to unhealthy behaviors in relationships.

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