A couple pitchers from Mabel-Canton performed big feats on the week. On the baseball diamond, hosting Spring Grove, junior Kale Eiken threw the rare seven-inning no-hitter (3 BB, 11 K) in a 4-0 Cougar win. Isaac Underbakke (2-4, RBI, 2 R) accounted for three of four M-C runs. Milton Hutchinson (1-4) added an RBI. Lion pitchers Gabe Klug (5 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 0 BB, 3 K, … [Read more...]
Pailey Gordon
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Baseball/Softball: Gopher Teams Rally With 7-0 Week
Chatfield baseball started the year 0-8. Gopher softball started 3-5. Each has only won since as the squads went 7-0 on the week. Baseball went 4-0, first beating Lewiston-Altura 9-7. Chatfield led 5-1 after three, countered three-run fourth and fifth innings by the Cards, with two in their half of the innings, to lead 7-4 and 9-7. Andrew Eickhoff (6 IP, 11 H, 6 R, 6 ER, 2 … [Read more...]
Track and Field: R-P/H, LFCMC, and Chatfield Take on St. Charles Meet
Seven teams including LFCMC, R-P/H, and Chatfield took on the St. Charles track and field meet. LFCMC’s girls (152.5) notably took first ahead of the Saints (151), R-P/H (133.5), Lewiston-Altura (94), Chatfield (73), Waseca (61), and Hayfield (17). For Lori Anderson’s group, all four relays finished … [Read more...]
Why does my city water sometimes smell or taste like chlorine?
Municipal water systems add chlorine to disinfect water and keep it safe as it travels through distribution lines. It plays an important role in public health. However, depending on the time of year or system maintenance, chlorine levels may be more noticeable in taste or odor. While chlorine is effective for sanitation, some homeowners prefer to reduce the smell and … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project Changing that inner voice
Many individuals, young and old, struggle with inner conflicts. It is a daily struggle for many people that can last for years or decades if there is not a shift in one’s inner critic. This is not a slow and easy process for anyone; like anything else, changing this inner voice takes time, patience, and practice. Recently, I went on a women’s retreat with my mother. This is … [Read more...]
Women’s Shelter brings awareness to Domestic Violence Awareness Month
One in four women and one in seven men have experienced domestic violence in their lifetime. On average, it takes an individual seven times of trying to leave before it is successful. This is why the Women’s Shelter and Support Center, based in Rochester, is focused on helping victims of this violence. The Women’s Shelter has been providing a variety of services for 40 years … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Through the years
Thinking back through the past years of my high school career caused a whirlwind of emotions. Even though the school year isn’t technically over, I think now is a good time to look back on the good and not so good moments of these past couple of years. I started my education at Lanesboro, I grew up with people who I’m sure will be lifelong friends. I formed such a strong … [Read more...]
Canton City Council discusses new software program for billing
At the March 11 meeting, all members of the Canton City council were present, except Randy Gossman. Mayor Donvee Johnson was present via a phone call. After the approval of minutes and consent agenda, the reports were presented. Brock Bergy started with the clerk’s report. Bergey reported that there are 17 delinquent water/sewage/garbage accounts, which is approximately 10% … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Do violent video games have an effect on our youth?
Viral videos around the internet have displayed many young children and adults’ rage after playing violent video games. You may see videos where the parent comes into the room and tells them to put the game away for a bit and the child throws the controller to the ground or even calls the parents derogatory slurs. Obviously, this has become so much of an issue that 45% of … [Read more...]
Changes on the way for the City of Canton
At the February 12 Canton City Council meeting, many topics were discussed: reports from the city clerk, Public Works, and Fire; and New Business including Water/Sewage fund, external payroll services, streetlight holiday displays, and the “Little Library” student project. There were no visitors for Public Comments. After the approval of minutes and the consent agenda, City … [Read more...]