August 2022

Roselyn Ann Ellingson
Roselyn Ann Ellingson, 89, of Mankato died August 4, 2022, at her home in Mankato surrounded by friends and family. A memorial service will be held 6 p.m., Monday, August 22,…

Linda Olson
Linda Olson, 69, of St. James passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Friday, August 12, 2022, at…

DeeAnn Lee (Ask/Nelson) Peterson
DeeAnn Lee (Ask/Nelson) Peterson, 61, of St. James met her heavenly father on July 2, 2022. She was born in New Ulm on September 4, 1960. Dee was baptized and…

Saints Wrestling will look for success under new head coach
Lee Carlson Ethan Hildebrandt, former Saints wrestling champion, was named Head Coach of St. James Wrestling for the 2022-23 season.

Collier is selected as industry leader by MN Grocers Association
Lee Carlson The 2022 conference for the Minnesota Grocers Association (MGA) was held at Madden’s, July 31-Aug. 2 and Mark Collier was named Outstanding Grocer of the Year.Several factors contributed to the recognition, including his work at Superfair Foods in St.
Ask a Trooper – Stop definition
Minnesota State Patrol Question: Hello, maybe you can clear this up for me, what is the definition of stop? I think a slight pause is good enough. I look at it as I am stopping, but everything is clear so I can proceed.

From the Editor’s Desk
This evening—Thursday, Aug. 4—is your community’s Night to Unite! This is time for the community to gather and visit with friends, or make new friends, and learn more about the city departments that take care of the safety, comfort and well-being of the residents of St. James.
How to lower the risk of heat-related Illness
Gail Gilman, Family Life Consultant, M.Ed., C.F.C.S. and Professor Emeritus – University of Minnesota Older persons are at particular risk for heat related illnesses.
Meditation
Pastor Joe Faldet Hosanna Free Lutheran Church “Oh how I love your law! It is my meditation all the day.” (Psalm 119:97 ESV). What you think about reveals what you really value.
MnDOT to host two public open houses for Hwy 4 Sherburn to St. James project
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is holding two in-person open houses for a project on Highway 4 from Sherburn to St. James, which is planned for 2024 construction. The public is invited to attend in Trimont on Wednesday, August 10 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Triumph Hall, 41 2nd Avenue NW, or in Sherburn on Thursday, August 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Sherburn Theatre, 116 North Main Street.