Mazeppa to pay more for Patrolling in 2024

The Mazeppa City Council approved the new five-year contract with the Wabasha County Sheriff Department in November. The new contract reflects a forty percent increase over the previous cost of …

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Once again, winter is upon us. Every year we prepare for moving and stock piling snow. Our crews come in very early with each snowfall over 2 inches to clear the streets, alleys, and paths around the …

Historical Happenings

THE MAZEPPA JOURNAL, Editor and Publisher: Barbara and Reider Tommeraas FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1955 William CROUCH PURCHASES NORTH SIDE CONOCO STATION William Crouch of this village took over …

A Monthly Moment at MotoProz

My mom and I planned to go for a walk and grab a coffee from Jo’s Coffee Truck down the street one morning. Mom came in, and I put her to work. She helped put stamps on some postcards, so we could …
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Christmas is a magical time of the year and in Minnesota one of the few times that no one is really upset by the snow. Including my transplanted hispanic family from the south. We absolutely love …
In last month’s article, I presented the concept that food can be used as medicine. I presented some ideas for managing acid reflux. In that article, I mentioned that coffee can be a trigger for …
I never knew my grandfather, Otis Campbell. He passed away the year I was born. But my grandmother and father told me many stories about him that just piqued my interest in him. I always enjoyed the …
Obituaries
Mark Anthony Ryan
Mark Anthony Ryan, 67, of Zumbrota, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, November 10, 2023. He was born in Zumbrota on October 2, 1956, to Donald and MaryLou (Majerus) Ryan. He grew up in …
Howard Lawrence Hofschulte
Howard Lawrence Hofschulte, of Mazeppa, MN, passed away on October 20, 2023 at the age of 82 at the Pine Haven Nursing Home in Pine Island, MN. Howard is survived by his wife Judy (Kramer) …
Donald Leon VanSchaick
Donald Leon VanSchaick, age 77, passed away at his home in Zumbro Falls, Minnesota on October 19th, 2023. Don was born March 1st, 1946, in Rochester, Minnesota to Leon and Hazel (Wahl) VanSchaick. …
Gayle Ardith Fricke
Gayle Ardith Fricke – passed away Sunday Oct 22, 2023 at Emerald Rehab in Faribault, following a stroke on Sept 28th. She was 66 years old. Gayle was born August 2, 1957. She is survived by …
David Charles "Punky" Sibley
David Charles "Punky" Sibley, 65, of Zumbrota, went home Tuesday, September 26th surrounded by his daughters. David was born December 21, 1957 in Rochester to David Eugene and LaVonne Mae (Fieck) …
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Soundry Health analyzed data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to look at various complaints from Americans regarding their medical bills.
Soundry Health analyzed data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to look at various complaints from Americans regarding their medical bills.
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Reporting back on my strength training from last month, I’ve managed to be consistent completing more workouts each week using the fiton app and participating in some live exercise classes online …
Many years ago, I gave myself three tasks to do to keep our house in order on my to do list: Cleanup, dishes, and laundry. Does that mean I do each task every day? Heck no. I hate doing dishes. At …
Red Wing, MN – November 14, 2023 – The Jewel Golf Club in Lake City offered a huge commitment to community spirit and engagement. The October fundraiser for HOPE Coalition raised $5,200.00 …
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How to give your business an inviting local flair using design
(BPT) - Think of local businesses that feel connected to your community. What comes to mind? Perhaps a retro diner displaying photos from the town’s earlier days, or a sports bar decked out …
Supportive Care is Important in Managing Side-Effects of Cancer Treatment
Supportive Care is Important in Managing Side-Effects of Cancer Treatment
(BPT) - An estimated 1 in 3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, and many patients who undergo chemotherapy suffer from severe GI issues such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. It is …
It’s not a stretch of the imagination: Regular exercise can help your mental as well as your physical health.
7 Reasons to Get Started with Your Fitness Program
(NAPSI)—Because physical activity and healthy aging go hand in hand, getting started with a fitness program included in your health plan can do more than help you maintain your health as you age. …
Hanukkah celebrations have changed dramatically − but the same is true of Christmas
Candles on a large Hanukkah menorah shine in front of a Christmas tree at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, in 2015. Gregor Fischer/picture alliance via Getty Images Hanukkah is not the Jewish …