July 2022
County Commissioners consider broadband grant partnership
At the July 19 meeting of the Watonwan County Board, commissioners considered issues surrounding finances, recycling, discounts for veterans, and projects for roads and trails. George Eilertson of Northland Securities shared with the board logistics attached to posting an upcoming bond.
Changes to City Hall and Police Department take center stage at council meeting
Prior to the regular St. James City Council meeting on July 19 there was a period for public conversation and many citizens showed up for that purpose. A generous donation by the Mayo Foundation created an opportunity that appears to be a winwin situation impacting operations at City Hall and the St. James Police Department.
Ann Marie Maland
Ann Marie Maland, 97, of St. Peter passed away on July 21, 2022. Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 31 at Trinity Lutheran Church in…
Diane J. Froslan
Deephaven – Diane J. Froslan, 76, of Deephaven passed away on June 27, 2022. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Eagles in St. James from 2 –…
Lowell P. Froslan
Deephaven – Lowell P. Froslan, 75, of Deephaven passed away on December 23, 2021. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Eagles in St. James from 2 –…
Artwalk Yard of the Week
Artwalk sponsored “Yard of the Week” is back this summer! This week’s featured yard is Glen and Eileen Friedrich’s yard, 135 10th Street South. Drive past and enjoy the display of beautiful flowers. If you wish to nominate a special yard, contact Artwalk member Dorothy Hedberg at (375-4192) or Maggie Maire at (381-6559). Submitted
St. James Wrestling Hall of Fame celebrates 2022 Inductees
As awards go, entering a Hall of Fame is one of the top honors and seven selections were celebrated in that fashion at the St. James VFW on Saturday evening, July 16. Coaches and players alike shared their stories and took their rightful place in the St. James Wrestling Hall of Fame.
From the Editor’s Desk
Thank you to everyone who has sent photos and press releases for the Plaindealer. And thank you to our freelance writer, Lee Carlson, who has been doing an awesome job covering so much local news.
Scenes from the Watonwan County Fair
Ryan Pierson (left) and Levi Miest work together to show cattle at the 2022 Watonwan County Fair. The big slide on the midway was a popular attraction at the 2022 Watonwan County Fair.
Memorial continues to pay homage to veterans
A group of volunteers met to install new pavers at the St. James Area Veterans Memorial on July 7. The “Living Tribute” memorial took on new meaning with the installation that included the names of additional members of the armed forces.