Tom Goeritz publishes book of short stories
Tom Goeritz describes himself as a pilot, poet, preacher and teacher. He can now add published author to the list.
February 2022
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Energy-saving tips for staying safe and warm in the cold
With the cold weather recently, CenterPoint Energy is reminding customers about simple energy-saving and safety steps they can take to help lower their heating bills while continuing to stay safe and warm in the cold weather.
Deutscher Sprachklub to meet
The New Ulm Deutscher Sprachklub will meet in the room attached to the MLC cafeteria from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 20. Also, prior to the meeting MLC has a very good noon day lunch. Any and all are welcome to join in. The goal is to have fun speaking German and learn. For any additional information call 507-359-4114 or 507-766-5859.
Have you considered donating blood?
While many people are eligible to donate blood, only 3% of Americans actually do. There is no substitute for blood. Blood and platelets cannot be manufactured. Right now our country is facing blood shortages that we have not seen in over a decade due in large part to the ongoing pandemic. Since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020 the Red Cross reports a 10% decline in donations and a 62% drop in college and high school blood drives during the pandemic.
River Valley speakers compete at Crusader Classic
On Saturday, Feb. 12, the River Valley speakers competed at the Mankato Loyola Crusader Classic. This tournament was much larger than the previous week as there were around 300 participants from both Class A and AA schools in Minnesota. This tournament offered a varsity final round as well as a novice final round. The novice category is open to any first-year speakers or junior high speakers.
Region FFA interviews held
The Region VI FFA interviews were held in Westbrook on Wednesday, Feb. 9 for Region Office, State Degrees, and Region Star Awards.
Valentine royalty crowned at Sleepy Eye Care Center
For the past few weeks the staff members of the Sleepy Eye Care Center have been placing their votes for this year’s Valentine’s King and Queen. Everyone was excited to resume this popular tradition as they didn’t get to choose a king and queen last year due to being shut down and dealing with COVID-19.
School district COVID cases greatly reduced
After having to report on Jan. 19 that there were nearly 90 cases of COVID-19 in the school, Superintendent John Cselovszki was pleased to report at the Feb. 9 school board meeting there were only five current cases—two staff, two elementary students and one high school student. The January numbers had prompted a mask mandate at the school, which was allowed to expire as planned on Feb. 1.
Sleepy Eye boys defeat Cedar Mountain
Monday night, Feb. 7, the Indians boys basketball team was the only game on the docket for Sleepy Eye athletes as the Cedar Mountain Cougars came to town.
All Things Sleepy Eye
With a nod to 2022 being the 150th Anniversary of the City of Sleepy Eye’s founding, the Chamber of Commerce celebrated at their annual meeting at the Event Center on Saturday night, Feb. 5, with a theme of “All Things Sleepy Eye.” Attendees decked out in their Sleepy Eye anything, Sleepy Eye business, or Sleepy Eye event attire enjoyed an evening of socializing and celebrating all things Sleepy Eye.