July 2022
St. James will entertain eight teams for Sub-State Legion Tournament
The Sub-District C Champion St. James Legion team will compete for a trip to State with the rest of the Division II SW Sub-State field during a tournament at Veterans Field in St. James from July 14- 23. Action kicks off for the home team with an 8 p.m. contest against Jackson on Thursday, July 14, to cap off the first round of games.
Ask a Trooper – How to handle a tire blow out
Question: In summertime I notice a lot more tire treads on the roads, can you write about what to do if you have a tire blow out while driving? Answer: It is important to monitor proper tire pressure and your tire condition and hopefully you can avoid a tire blow out. In the warmer months the hot air can cause your tires to increase pressure while the colder months can cause the air in your tires to condense, lowering the tire pressure.
Rosie’s Quilt to benefit Relay for Life
The Watonwan County Relay For Life committee often has the opportunity to visit with individuals who are willing to share their journey with their battle against cancer. Our conversation with Rosie Winters, who is a very young 91-year-old, 66 year resident of Odin, was not only inspiring to talk with but also gave the Relay For Life committee a huge opportunity to raise money for cancer research.
Enjoy the Watonwan County Fair
Watonwan County fair will be celebrating their 144th fair July 14 through 17. This would not have been possible without all the volunteer hard work by so many people, and the support of county residents who come and celebrate this event.
4-H youth attend Camp at Lake Shetek
In June, 4-H youth from across southwest Minnesota gathered for MN 4-H Camp at Lake Shetek. Over 150 campers who just completed grades 3-6 spent 3 days and two nights. The two camp sessions were led by a team of 20 high school youth leaders serving in the role of camp counselor, and supported by a team of 4-H educators.
Homestead residents celebrate 4th of July
Each month the residents at Homestead enjoy gathering for a potluck. This month they had a cook out to celebrate the 4th of July with the men handling the grilling duties and women preparing other food. Pictured at the grill are, from left: Norm Moody, Paul Nordson, Bill Berg, and Lyle Lupke. Submitted by Barb Holmgren
Start your day with prayer
“Rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he went to a desolate place and prayed.” - Mark 1:35 Are you a morning person? I am definitely not. By this point in the game, having three small children I should be a morning person, but I am not.
Mavis Jean Warling
Mavis Jean Warling, 76, of Springfield passed away on May 16, 2022. Mavis was born July 13, 1945 in St. James. A devout Christian, she was baptized at East Sveadahl Lutheran Church, and was confirmed at Augustana Lutheran Church, St. James.
Mary Lou Knickrehm
Mary Lou Knickrehm, who passed away on May, 19, 2022, will be interred at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 9 a.m. If you wish to attend her internment, please call her daughter, Julie Maxwell, for more information at 507-990-2570.
Carol Jensen
A Celebration of Life Service for Carol Jensen, 79, of Windom was held Sunday, July 10 at the First Presbyterian Church in Windom, with Reverend Pamela Prouty officiating. Burial followed at Lakeview Cemetery in Windom.