February 2023
GWENICE FINSTAD
Gwenice Finstad, 84, of St. James, formerly of Springfield, died on February 9, 2023, at her home surrounded by family.
Who’s a real life angel you know? Nominate them today!
Angels Among Us are the people in our community who work to touch lives, help the less fortunate, make a difference for others. We all know someone that describes. An Angel. And we want to work with you and the community to recognize their efforts.
Council had first reading on ordinance for backyard chickens
The St. James City Council on Tuesday, Feb.

Back in Time
8 years ago: At the Big South Conference meet at Waseca the St. James gymnastics team placed 12th out of 13 teams. Jackson County Central was the champion followed by Worthington, Waseca, and New Ulm.
CHURCH SCHEDULES
Albion Lutheran Church LCMC Pastor Robert Springer 507-3755044, 10454 250th Ave, St. James Sunday - 9 a.m.
Christians Can’t Hide
Jesus said: “You are the salt of the earth. . . . You are the light of the world. . . . , let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:13, 14 &16) If you’re trying to hide from a hungry bear in a dark forest, shining a flashlight in every direction won’t be helpful. Your scent might still give you away, but your flashlight will also help the bear hone in on your whereabouts. Shining a light in dark places makes it difficult to hide. The light gives you away.

Senior Citizen Spotlight: Elizabeth “Liz” Zeidler (Bernard)
My interview this month is with Liz Zeidler who has lived in the St. James Area for over 90 years. She celebrated her 95th birthday on Dec. 5. You can still see Liz around in the community Monday thru Friday, her caring niece Louise, brings her for breakfast at Hometown.
February City News Letter
St. James City News Letter had a lot of annoucnements. The most important one is City Hall will be closed on Feb. 16, 17 and 20 for moving and Presidents day. City Hall’s new address will be 1205 6th Ave S.
Community Calendar
Thursday: 6-9 p.m. Climate Smart Communities @ First Presbyterian Church Sunday: 12-4 p.m. Snowshoeing @ Meadowlark Prairies Tuesday: 10:30- 11:30 a.m. Coffee with the Mayor; 12- 1 p.m. Rotary Club Wednesday: 12-1 p.m. Sertoma Weekend Movie: 7 p.m. Ant Man & The Wasp: Quantumania *City Hall will be Closed Feb. 16, 17 and 20. Events for the Watonwan County Library 2/9 @ 4:00pm (Darfur): Card Making with Belle Harder Come and create your own handmade cards to share with your friends and family! All supplies and instruction provided. To sign up, call 507-877-5010 2/11 @ 10-11am (St. James): Sensory Play Cafe For our littlest patrons, ages 0-3, and their caregivers. Come explore all the different sensory stations! Little ones will benefit from sensory play and maybe even meet some new friends.

Gwenice Finstad
Gwenice Finstad, 84, of St. James, formerly of Springfield, died on February 9, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. Visitation will be on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 1 to…