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James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/08/04/View-from-the-Sidelines-FCA-Junior-Sports-Camp 2010-08-04T09:27:55Z 2010-08-04T09:27:55Z <p>Twenty years of sports camps for the local Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Waseca. All my kids were campers and/or Huddle Leaders as students and adults in the 20 year period, in fact a couple are there this week helping and loving the time with area kids.&nbsp; The purpose is ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/07/28/View-from-the-Sidelines-Streitz-was-also-Mr-Baseball 2010-07-28T11:15:14Z 2010-07-28T11:15:14Z <p>Herb Streitz is known as Mr. Music in Waseca, did you know he came to Waseca as a big time Baseball player?&nbsp; That is correct,&nbsp; the manager of the Braves baseball team Emil Scheid teamed up with Waseca Schools to find a player and a music department all in one ... 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James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/07/09/View-from-the-Sidelines-Todd-Ellis 2010-07-09T08:28:26Z 2010-07-09T08:28:26Z Todd Ellis was a Waseca kid back in the 1970s. Todd love the action of a small town, everyday ball games in backyards, at the park, constant action!&nbsp; The real&nbsp; highlight of his&nbsp; playing days was taking runner-up in Minnesota High School Class AA&nbsp; baseball in 1981.&nbsp; (In those days, ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/07/08/Our-Two-Cents-Walz-and-gun-rights 2010-07-08T08:11:15Z 2010-07-08T08:11:15Z &nbsp;<!--StartFragment--><font face="Arial"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">I found the following article on the Hot Dish Politics page of StarTribune.com<br /> </span></font><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><font face="Calibri, Verdana, Helvetica, Arial"><br /> </font><font face="Arial">&quot;Rep. Tim Walz, the Republicans&rsquo; No. 1 congressional target in Minnesota, took yesterday&rsquo;s Supreme Court decision as an opportunity to remind rural Minnesota voters his strong ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/07/06/View-from-the-Sidelines-The-Kelly-Boys 2010-07-06T11:40:52Z 2010-07-06T11:40:52Z The Lloyd+Agnes Kelly family had 11 children , the four girls were talented but this was before organized girl HS sports. The boys were Waseca area fixtures starting with Ron as part of the undefeated Sacred Heart Football squad 1944 (John Conway, Lawrence Gallagher, Bernie Haag, Bill Wheelock, Bob and ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/24/Blog-istory-Chautauqua 2010-06-24T10:17:19Z 2010-06-24T10:17:19Z <font size="1"><font face="Arial"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><b>Chautauqua 2010 (say, &ldquo;Shuh-taw-kwa&rdquo;) is Saturday, July 3, 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.<br /> </b>&ldquo;Just 5 cents for adults, children and servants FREE!&rdquo;<br /> &nbsp;<img width="300" height="225" src="/files/image/Chautauqua-web.jpg" alt="" /><br /> <b>It&rsquo;s a music festival at Maplewood Park, on east Hwy 14, across from Kieslers Campground!<br /> Look who&rsquo;s performing--</b>Baptism ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/16/Widespread-Panic-Oil-spill-oil-usage 2010-06-16T13:29:28Z 2010-06-16T13:29:28Z <font face="Calibri, Verdana, Helvetica, Arial"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Some mental lubricant for you all.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> The most recent estimates of the oil spew place the rate between 35,000 and 60,000 barrels a day. Most Gulf wells are designed for extracting 30,000 - 40,000 barrels a day. &lt;<font color="#0000ff"><u><a href="http://www.offshore-mag.com/index/article-display/24567/articles/offshore/volume-58/issue-8/news/production/managing-high-well-productivity-in-the-gulf-of-mexico.html">http://www.offshore-mag.com/index/article-display/24567/articles/offshore/volume-58/issue-8/news/production/managing-high-well-productivity-in-the-gulf-of-mexico.html</a></u></font>&gt; &nbsp;The US Government ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/16/Our-Two-Cents-Paul-Revere-Rides-Again- 2010-06-16T13:27:46Z 2010-06-16T13:27:46Z Former Republican Governor Arne Carlson is outraged by the failure of the current Governor and legislative leaders to honestly resolve our state&rsquo;s budget shortfall. I share his outrage. <br /> <br /> Due to short term fixes and payment shifts, the next Governor and legislature will face a deficit totaling $6 billion ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/16/View-from-the-Sidelines-The-Kelly-Boys 2010-06-16T13:24:49Z 2010-06-16T13:24:49Z The Lloyd+Agnes Kelly family had 11 children , the four girls were talented but this was before organized girl HS sports. The boys were Waseca area fixtures starting with Ron as part of the undefeated Sacred Heart Football squad 1944 (John Conway, Lawrence Gallagher, Bernie Haag, Bill Wheelock, Bob and ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/13/Blog-istory-Goin-to-the-Lake 2010-06-13T15:43:58Z 2010-06-13T15:43:58Z &nbsp;<!--StartFragment--><font size="1"><font face="Arial"><span style="font-size: 9pt;">Last evening I took my first walk this summer on the Clear Lake Bike Trail. It had been a long day&mdash;work didn&rsquo;t end until 8 p.m., and it was cooling, but pleasant; so I invited my husband for that brisk walk. <b>What a treasure is Clear ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/07/View-from-the-Sidelines-Dan-Forrest-a-Sacred-Heart-Grad-with-Johnnies-Success 2010-06-07T17:10:36Z 2010-06-07T17:10:36Z Dan Forrest was your typical HS athlete, played different sports each season to experience the competition.&nbsp; Won a team title in golf!&nbsp; Ran a little track, played FB and Basketball:&nbsp; went to college and played with the Johnnies and grew into a nose guard with great results. Wow!&nbsp; Then took ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/06/02/View-from-the-Sidelines-Down-the-Middle-with-Ron-Clayton 2010-06-02T11:44:29Z 2010-06-02T11:44:29Z Ron Clayton is an interesting dude, he has lived his dream and passion by working in the golf industry!&nbsp; Waseca native and 3 year letterman in wrestling and golf as a Bluejay, Ron ventured out to Kato State ( now Minnesota State, Mankato) and dominated the golf scene there for ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/05/25/View-from-the-Sidelines-The-Glynn-Boys 2010-05-25T09:00:53Z 2010-05-25T09:00:53Z The Glynn Boys - Waseca thinks the Glynn's are from town, not true!&nbsp; Gene + Mary Glynn set up camp a few mile SE of Janesville and raised the family on the farm.&nbsp; Mike now in Grand Junction, CO was the first ball player:&nbsp; Don, Dennis, John, Clete, Ray, Joe, ... 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FITNESS a problem for all, is the life of Ben!&nbsp; You may need a tune - up or a complete rebuilding job:&nbsp; Ben has the tools and the know how to ... 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James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/03/26/View-from-the-Sidelines-Tommy-James 2010-03-26T14:59:39Z 2010-03-26T14:59:39Z Tommy James played basketball in Waseca in the mid 1950s.&nbsp; QB in football but the real deal was basketball for Sacred Heart and Coach's Arnie Giebel and Jim Korth.&nbsp; Jim Murphy, Mike Gerdts, Bob Hayes, Jim Hagerty, Mike Kelly and others played with James:&nbsp; Outstanding Player in the 1956 State ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/03/23/View-from-the-Sidelines-Mauer-not-worth-it 2010-03-23T13:42:43Z 2010-03-23T13:42:43Z Mauer is not worth the money!&nbsp; I think the Kool Aid sold by the Twins must be pretty strong and tastes really good!&nbsp; I have yet to here anyone say this Joe Mauer deal smells like rotten eggs!&nbsp; I must admit I was against the stadium and I thought the ... 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Vern was the real deal!&nbsp; Many a veteran football fan in this area still remembers ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/03/10/View-from-the-Sidelines-Larry-The-Bus-Driver 2010-03-10T13:35:15Z 2010-03-10T13:35:15Z Larry and Mary Halverson moved to Waseca just in time to watch the Bluejays go to the State basketball tourney back in the 70s.&nbsp; Fun time to come to our city, the love affair for sports started back in the Canby, Mn HS days and has continued. <br /> <br /> Most ... 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Vic Swensons, Gordy Larsons, Bob Kiselbachs, Don Wobshalls, and Gene Glynns:&nbsp; couples who attend together and seemed to be fixtures for years ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/03/03/View-from-the-Sidelines-Tournament-time 2010-03-03T11:07:39Z 2010-03-03T11:07:39Z Well fans, it is tournament time!&nbsp; Hockey, Raslin, Gymnastics,Swim/diving, and Basketball.&nbsp; This is what you practice for and work for, now it counts!&nbsp; The regular season is to prepare for the run to make the State tourney!<br /> <br /> Remember when Janesville beat Waseca for the District Four Title? Yes, at ... 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James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/23/This-is-my-story-A-dusty-run 2010-02-23T15:35:03Z 2010-02-23T15:35:03Z Tonight I have a good story to tell. I have been trying to run as much as possible on our base, training for a half marathon on Sunday. It has been warming up and the time to run is either in the morning or at night. The afternoons are getting ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/22/Widespread-Panic-School-District-Budget-Solution-Part-Deux 2010-02-22T11:51:52Z 2010-02-22T11:51:52Z Okay now we get into the specific steps.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> 1. Restructure teacher positions. There should be 2-3 Master Teachers for each grade K-8, a Master Teacher would an exempt position that would be responsible for providing teaching, coordinating teachers, curriculum development and leadership. A master teacher would a track record ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/22/Blog-istory-Old-fashioned-ice-harvest 2010-02-22T08:52:20Z 2010-02-22T08:52:20Z &ldquo;The Ice Harvest of 2010 was a glorious day on Clear Lake, cutting 20-inch blocks of ice, playing in the snow, breathing fresh air, and getting a sleigh ride to boot! Thanks to Waseca Central Intermediate School sixth graders and the TEAM Academy sixth graders for attending. Don&rsquo;t forget to ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/22/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Mark-Cameron 2010-02-22T08:45:40Z 2010-02-22T08:45:40Z The best word I can use to describe Owatonna native Mark Cameron's album &quot;Life of Illusion&quot; is this:<br /> <br /> Solid.<br /> <br /> <img width="150" height="151" alt="" src="/files/image/WER(2).jpg" /><br /> <br /> First of all, let me address the vocals. As the lead vocalist, Cameron's voice is clear and spot on. Though he may ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/22/View-from-the-Sidelines-Turnovers 2010-02-22T08:43:17Z 2010-02-22T08:43:17Z Turnovers!&nbsp; I like them with fruit , Apple may be the best!&nbsp; Turnovers and basketball give you a bad taste in your mouth, YUK!&nbsp; I enjoy HS basketball, but I am weary of the lack of respect for the game by the locals.&nbsp; You better be able to count past ... 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I was also hoping to write you about running ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/18/Widespread-Panic-A-school-budget-solution 2010-02-18T08:34:44Z 2010-02-18T08:34:44Z Good Day Panicked Persons,<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Below, herein and forthwith is the Widespread Panic solution to the Waseca School District financial woes.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> A couple of caveats as I go through my recommendations:<br /> <img width="214" height="200" src="/files/image/Panic(5).jpg" alt="" /><br /> I am not a school board member, I do not have a ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/17/View-from-the-Sidelines-The-Wood-Boys 2010-02-17T09:06:42Z 2010-02-17T09:06:42Z Gene is the Dad:&nbsp; all 6'8'' of him, nice guy who had a great 12' shot which served him through HS and Mankato State (Now Minnesota State- Mankato).;&nbsp; Geno has the Waseca HS record of 26 rebounds in one game vs. St. Peter in 1969.&nbsp; <br /> <br /> Eric is the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/11/Widespread-Panic-An-invitation-to-carpool-and-a-look-at-the-Greek-monetary-crisis 2010-02-11T16:19:17Z 2010-02-11T16:19:17Z Somebody stole my shiny from my last post...actually it was prudently censored by the editor, it probably crossed the line of good taste, but if you are really interested search for Dayjoborchestra on youtube.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> All right - I got <a href="http://www.americanexperiment.org/events/2010/2010-03-02.php">this</a> in the mail yesterday - Waseca's own, and ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/10/Widespread-Panic-Back-to-the-battle-of-common-sense-vs-conventional-wisdom 2010-02-10T08:41:07Z 2010-02-10T08:41:07Z Greetings all! I am glad to be back after a brief hiatus and hope to offer a number of posts over the next couple of weeks on all thats going on in Waseca and the nation. We live in exciting times! <br /> &nbsp;<img width="214" height="200" src="/files/image/Panic(3).jpg" alt="" /><br /> To ease ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/08/Blog-istory-Do-you-remember-the-ice-harvests- 2010-02-08T14:44:27Z 2010-02-08T14:44:27Z Do you remember the ice harvests? Do you remember the Johnston Ice Co.? Do you remember having a block of ice delivered once a week to your &ldquo;ice box&rdquo; to keep your butter and milk cold? Waseca was lucky to have a large lake here in town as a source ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/02/02/View-from-the-Sidelines-WBA-little-kids-basketball- 2010-02-02T07:50:43Z 2010-02-02T07:50:43Z In Waseca it is known as WBA or Waseca Basketball Association!&nbsp; Boys tourney was held last Saturday and I am sure provided a lot of great action and thrills for the kids and families without going out of town for a change!<br /> <br /> You haven't lived till you experienced the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/01/28/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-80s-Night 2010-01-28T10:24:48Z 2010-01-28T10:24:48Z I am a sucker for themes, especially those where I get to dress up, so let me just say that I am incredibly excited over 80's Night at PJ's Tavern on Friday, January 29th. Anything that involves a costume contest is worth attending, in my opinion. Here are some things ... 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I did have a different type of day on Sunday and would like to share it with you. <br ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/01/13/View-from-the-Sidelines-Kozys-big-week 2010-01-13T09:37:03Z 2010-01-13T09:37:03Z Jim Kozan has a great smile which can be found at Waseca Music Store or on stage at many of the local watering holes and wedding/celebrations.&nbsp; Kozy is a performer!&nbsp; One week in 1967 while at Waseca Sacred Heart HS, Jim scored 47 points in one varsity game&nbsp;&nbsp;and 41 points ... 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I just hope everyone stayed safe and had a great time. How many of you used the free taxi service? I ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/01/07/View-from-the-Sidelines-Sports-are-great-but-family-is-best 2010-01-07T06:59:20Z 2010-01-07T06:59:20Z Just had a family wedding!&nbsp; What does that have to do with sports?&nbsp; Well, the majority of invites were made to sport friends and relatives.&nbsp; Choir was a main stay but most relatives and friends were established or nurtured within the confines of an athletic field!&nbsp; Great people in sport, ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/01/04/Blog-istory-Educating-Inspiring-and-Fun 2010-01-04T10:18:14Z 2010-01-04T10:18:14Z We found this phrase on another museum website recently. It&rsquo;s simplicity and directness impressed me, and because of our current success with our doll house exhibit, the fun part rang true. <br /> <img width="200" height="142" src="/files/image/Blog-istory.jpg" alt="" /><br /> Sometimes museums spend so much time gathering the facts, and the whole ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2010/01/04/Mommy-Diaries-Unlimited-budgets-are-only-real-in-video-games 2010-01-04T08:10:57Z 2010-01-04T08:10:57Z My 14 year old invited me to play SIMS with her the other night. OK, I thought, computer games are not my thing, but she loves it.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> She told me we would first create our family in SIMS. Fascinating stuff, really. First you pick the age and gender, then ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/31/Our-Two-Cents-Unhealthy-reform 2009-12-31T09:28:47Z 2009-12-31T09:28:47Z Congress does not pass &ldquo;landmark&rdquo; legislation very often &ndash; and it remains to be seen as to whether the health care reform bill (now moving to a conference committee and ultimate passage) will meet that standard.<br /> <br /> However, I can say that when compared against other celebrated pieces of landmark ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/30/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-New-Years-Eve-preview 2009-12-30T08:52:07Z 2009-12-30T08:52:07Z I'm sure by now everyone has probably already planned out where they're going and who they're going with as far as New Year's Eve celebrations go, but just in case you haven't, here's some of the entertainment you can catch in town on Thursday, December 31st.<br /> <br /> At Barden's Bar, ... 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We have some small trees up with little decorations and some battery powered lights and a few wrapped presents to give it that extra Christmas feeling. We also have some stockings hung up and my ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/17/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Meet-Tom-Little-of-The-Blue-Ringers 2009-12-17T10:40:33Z 2009-12-17T10:40:33Z Today I have on me an interview conducted electronically with Tom Little of the Waterville band, The Blue Ringers. I've seen his band in action, and they put on a fun show. Apart from playing gigs in different venues, they often have a big bash up at their house in ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/17/Widespread-Panic-Senate-seat-school-boards-banking-and-health-care 2009-12-17T10:17:24Z 2009-12-17T10:17:24Z What a week...<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Good day to all -<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Obviously an interesting week in local/state politics. First things first I am the Treasurer for Mike Parry's State Senate Campaign so expect a little bias in my commentary.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> I wish both <a href="http://www.wasecacountynews.com/news.php?viewStory=4409">Roy</a> and <a href="http://www.wasecacountynews.com/news.php?viewStory=4358">Mike</a> the best of ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/17/View-from-the-Sidelines-Serenity-prayer 2009-12-17T09:27:49Z 2009-12-17T09:27:49Z God grant me the serenity <br /> to accept the things I cannot change; <br /> courage to change the things I can;<br /> and wisdom to know the difference<br /> <br /> I had the opportunity to attend a dinner honoring Coach Steve Wilkinson of Gustavus <br /> College Saturday evening.&nbsp; The above prayer is ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/10/View-from-the-Sidelines-12-things-to-do-each-day-as-an-athlete 2009-12-10T08:59:40Z 2009-12-10T08:59:40Z 1. Act as if you belong:&nbsp; your team needs you.&nbsp; <br /> &nbsp;<br /> 2. Today can be the beginning of a new life, get to practice or workout.<br /> <br /> 3. Never lose your sense of humor, playing ball is the best.<br /> <br /> 4. Success is 99 percent sweat, one percent talent, ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/10/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-A-look-inside-Club-57-and-a-weekend-preview 2009-12-10T08:57:29Z 2009-12-10T08:57:29Z I know it has been a while since I wrote one of these, and I sincerely apologize to my avid readers (if I have any), but with Thanksgiving and finals at college, I haven't had a whole lot of free time on my hands. <br /> <img width="150" height="151" src="/files/image/WER(1).jpg" alt="" ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/09/Blog-istory-Christmas-time-is-coming 2009-12-09T10:10:54Z 2009-12-09T10:10:54Z Christmas is coming! <br /> A little snow (maybe a lot of snow), a little chill, and a lot of decorations and lights helping to make the season bright. Last weekend Waseca was alive with visitors for all the activities that were planned to coincide with the Waseca Arts Council&rsquo;s &ldquo;Sights ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/09/View-from-the-Sidelines-Not-all-great-coaches-get-great-paychecks 2009-12-09T09:54:07Z 2009-12-09T09:54:07Z Coaching HS football is a big job:&nbsp; low pay long hours etc. We all know that big money follows Division 1 FB coaches but notice the coaches listed on the all time wins list below, not all worked for big money!&nbsp; The hype with coaches changing jobs, Colleges looking for ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/08/This-is-my-story-Thankful-for-technology 2009-12-08T17:49:23Z 2009-12-08T17:49:23Z I thought I would write this time about the advances of communication since past wars. Every day I am amazed and grateful for what I am able to accomplish while I am here. My job is mainly spent staring at a computer and doing research. I honestly love my job ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/04/View-from-the-Sidelines-Why-not-rivalry-trophies- 2009-12-04T15:29:05Z 2009-12-04T15:29:05Z How about a trophy for the winner of the Blue Earth vs.&nbsp; Waseca Football game!&nbsp; The Little Brown Jug, The Old Oaken Bucket, Floyd of Rosedale, The Axe, are just a few legendary names of rivalry trophies, Waseca doesn't have any?&nbsp; Isn't it time?&nbsp; How about a Monster Bratwurst to ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/12/01/Blog-istory-Do-you-remember-your-doll-house- 2009-12-01T09:00:11Z 2009-12-01T09:00:11Z Do you remember your doll house? <br /> Were you given one for Christmas? Did you make one yourself out of a cardboard box? How creative you were! What stories did you make up and play? Was it about growing up? What did you dream about for your future? Did your ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/28/This-is-my-story-Thanksgiving-overseas 2009-11-28T10:11:42Z 2009-11-28T10:11:42Z We have hit a critical time in our deployment calculator. Thanksgiving!! It is known that many of us countdown to deployment, countdown to the time we get into our base, and the time we are leaving for home. The latter being the most important. <br /> <br /> I try ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/25/Blog-istory-Let-us-be-grateful 2009-11-25T13:47:13Z 2009-11-25T13:47:13Z It&rsquo;s Thanksgiving Day already, and though it&rsquo;s a year that might seem that there was little to be thankful for, with the recession and all, I am very thankful for my life in Waseca County, Minnesota. <br /> <img width="200" height="142" src="/files/image/Blog-istory.jpg" alt="" /><br /> When I was a little girl living ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/25/View-from-the-Sidelines-Winter-sports-are-here 2009-11-25T13:41:47Z 2009-11-25T13:41:47Z Notice the name of Waseca School Board member Mike Gehloff and current Waseca Varsity Wrestling Coach Brad Lechner in this article from 25 years ago!<br /> <br /> <br /> &nbsp; &nbsp; As a rule, a high school wrestling team that loses eight athletes to graduation faces a rebuilding year.<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Time will ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/25/View-from-the-Sidelines-The-Four-Horseman- 2009-11-25T13:41:10Z 2009-11-25T13:41:10Z I went to the Notre Dame vs. Navy game this past November 7th, fun stuff!&nbsp; I thought of the traditions, the legends, the enthusiasm, the crowds, the swagger of success, etc.&nbsp; I am impressed but the facts are ND doesn't win like the old days!&nbsp; A major problem when you ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/24/This-is-my-story-Cold-in-Afghanistan 2009-11-24T08:17:44Z 2009-11-24T08:17:44Z Hello again from Afghanistan. Since the last time I wrote I have been home for a few weeks and am now back to my base. It was great to be home and see all of the changes that have happened with my family. It was sure great to be with ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/23/Blog-istory-Auto-Day-in-New-Richland 2009-11-23T11:19:41Z 2009-11-23T11:19:41Z We can identify the men in this photograph, but what was &ldquo;Auto Day&rdquo; about 100 years ago?<br /> <br /> <img width="300" height="152" alt="" src="/files/image/autoday.jpg" /><br /> <br /> Identified are Dr. Hagen, in his Buick; Dr. Batchelder driving a Ford; C.O. Gilbertson driving a Packard; Harold Sunde,a Rambler; Frank Kiesler in a Maxwell; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/19/Widespread-Panic-Happy-Panic-Thanksgiving 2009-11-19T10:55:04Z 2009-11-19T10:55:04Z Happy Thanksgiving to everyone and welcome to Widespread Panic,<br /> &nbsp;<br /> While it seems rather counterintuitive I would have to say that we are should be remembered as one of the greatest periods in Waseca's history. While the sports scene had been&nbsp;phenomenal&nbsp;and the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/drgusmusic">music</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.theschmoejoes.com/audio.html">scene</a> is great it is ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/19/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-A-look-at-the-weekend-ahead 2009-11-19T10:05:06Z 2009-11-19T10:05:06Z Well, I wish I had an awesome subject to interest everyone this time around, but my time's been drained for the most part, and I haven't had a chance to get out and do anything. This Wednesday I actually have some free time, so I am hoping to do a ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/18/View-from-the-Sidelines-Cross-country-history 2009-11-18T17:55:00Z 2009-11-18T17:55:00Z <span>Waseca</span> Girls Cross Country made waves this past season with the State Title!&nbsp; Wow!&nbsp; The pessimist would point out that the change in class made a big difference in the result:&nbsp; True in winning the team title but false in the fact that Waseca girls had a great team!&nbsp; 2008&nbsp; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/18/Our-Two-Cents-Amend-the-state-constitution- 2009-11-18T10:40:02Z 2009-11-18T10:40:02Z I was amused by Republican Governor Pawlenty&rsquo;s recent suggestion that we amend the state constitution to prohibit any expenditure greater than the revenue collected in the previous year. <br /> <br /> Like so many of his ideas, it sounds on the surface to be a reasonable idea &ndash; hold the line ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/16/Mommy-Diaries-The-problem-with-Facebook-photos 2009-11-16T09:34:57Z 2009-11-16T09:34:57Z While I have not been on Facebook in many months, I can't help but notice people habitually posting photos of me that are less than flattering.&nbsp;&nbsp; I would like to lay down a few ground rules....please only post pictures of me that meet the following criteria (note my profile photo)&nbsp; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/16/View-from-the-Sidelines-Who-are-we-playing- 2009-11-16T08:15:48Z 2009-11-16T08:15:48Z The Internet is full of info if you really want to do research. Granted correct info in allows correct answers out! I have watched Waseca play many foes in years past, I liked playing Rochester, Mankato, Faribault, etc in all sports. Former Bluejay Coach Roger ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/12/Blog-istory-On-November-11-1918-The-Great-War-ended 2009-11-12T11:52:41Z 2009-11-12T11:52:41Z On November 11, 1918&mdash;The Great War ended<br /> <br /> From <em>Waseca County Minnesota in the World War</em> published by the &ldquo;Waseca Radical,&rdquo; May 1919<br /> <br /> &ldquo;German envoys signed the allied armistice terms at Senlis at 5 a.m., Paris time, which took effect at 11 a.m., Paris time (6 a.m. New York ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/12/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Jon-Lucca-book-exchange-and-the-weekend-ahead 2009-11-12T09:57:11Z 2009-11-12T09:57:11Z Welcome back to my second-hand interview with Jon Lucca from <a href="http://www.theschmoejoes.com/">The Schmoejoes</a>! The remainder of the interview has to do mostly with Waseca&rsquo;s music scene. Since this was all recorded during the end of the interview, and a few drinks had been consumed, I had to sift from a ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/11/View-from-the-Sidelines-School-identity-and-football 2009-11-11T08:36:42Z 2009-11-11T08:36:42Z Sports and the venue it creates is a big deal in many small towns in our country!&nbsp; A good football team is about as good as it gets, I am of the old school who believes that a football team winning is the the real deal for a community:&nbsp; the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/05/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-An-interview-with-Jon-Lucca-and-a-look-ahead-to-the-weekend 2009-11-05T11:53:05Z 2009-11-05T11:53:05Z First off, I have to give a little insight into how I got this story. I<br /> have been sick for the last week - so sick that I'm now taking vampire<br /> antibiotics (as in, stay out of prolonged sunlight while taking these<br /> pills). This, in turn, put a lot of ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/05/Widespread-Panic-Post-referendum-reflection 2009-11-05T08:43:25Z 2009-11-05T08:43:25Z Good Evening Waseca,<br /> &nbsp;<br /> First off it is clear that my prognostication skills are sub-par at best, but anyone in my fantasy football league can attest to that. I did not see that level of turnout coming - I offer a huge round of applause to the citizens of the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/02/Widespread-Panic-Referendum-Awards-Presentation 2009-11-02T14:14:12Z 2009-11-02T14:14:12Z In advance of tomorrows vote I present the first (and last) non-annual Referendum Awards<br /> <br /> Strategic Planning Award &ndash; goes to the school board for holding the big enchilada (6 years $1300 student) referendum in an off election year.<br /> <br /> Best Sign Award &ndash; Joel Groebner<br /> <br /> Best Advocate &ndash; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/11/02/Our-Two-Cents-Social-Security-increase-is-unwarranted 2009-11-02T09:40:52Z 2009-11-02T09:40:52Z Until 1973, senior citizens on Social Security received no automatic cost of living (COLA) increase. Prior to the creation of a COLA, Congress would decide whether (or not) to increase Social Security payments. Because Congress tended to get overly generous with increases (especially during election years), double-digit percentage increases were ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/29/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Weekend-preview 2009-10-29T09:27:12Z 2009-10-29T09:27:12Z I'm actually rather envious of a lot of you this upcoming Halloween. There<br /> is so much going on in town, so many reasons to dress up and go have fun,<br /> and instead of being able to enjoy this time with all of you, I'll be at a<br /> friend's wedding. Still ... 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James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/28/View-from-the-Sidelines-Good-luck-in-fall-sports-playoffs 2009-10-28T10:09:33Z 2009-10-28T10:09:33Z Are you paying too much for .............&nbsp; This is a question asked about everything these days!&nbsp; When it is tourney time , cost go out the window when you continue to win!&nbsp; <br /> <br /> Teams are excited to get to the playoffs and each win bring more excitement for the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/23/Widespread-Panic-American-Healthcare-Fascialism 2009-10-23T13:31:55Z 2009-10-23T13:31:55Z Good day Panic people,<br /> <br /> I normally avoid being a cut and paste type contributor but sometimes the words of another are so spot on that they bear repeating &ndash; in this case I feel this article is worth repeating in its entirety.&nbsp; <br /> <br /> The reason this article seems ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/23/View-from-the-Sidelines-Remembering-Stew-Peterson 2009-10-23T10:49:08Z 2009-10-23T10:49:08Z STEWART W. PETERSON, what a great guy!&nbsp; Stew was an original!&nbsp; A lineman in college, Stew had the idea that life was fun and should be lived to the fullest!&nbsp; <br /> <br /> My first experience with Stew was in summer baseball: the Sacred Heart guys were always told by the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/22/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Open-mic-suggestion-and-a-look-at-the-weekend 2009-10-22T09:19:53Z 2009-10-22T09:19:53Z I wonder if there are any venues in Waseca, or in Waseca County for that<br /> matter, that would be willing to have an open mic night. Would you attend?<br /> Would you have something to offer? What if it started, say, 7:00p.m. and<br /> went to 10:00p.m., with a half-hour time limit ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/21/View-from-the-Sidelines-What-goes-around-comes-around 2009-10-21T09:01:39Z 2009-10-21T09:01:39Z Shane Streich won the SCC Cross Country title this past week as a 7th grader, Micci O'Grady did the same in 1984 as a 8th grader and the Coach is the same guy?&nbsp; 25 years ago the area was amazed at a young Waseca runner, many have the same feeling ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/19/Blog-istory-Wasecas-1901-winning-baseball-team 2009-10-19T11:37:46Z 2009-10-19T11:37:46Z Well, it&rsquo;s October and we&rsquo;re watching baseball play-offs without the Twins&mdash;there&rsquo;s always next year; but here&rsquo;s a little Waseca baseball history about a winning team: <br /> <br /> EACO&rsquo;S 1901 winning baseball team<br /> <br /> Waseca's famous baseball team of 1900 and 1901 was sponsored by the EACO Flour Mill (Everett &amp; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/19/View-from-the-Sidelines-Dream-big 2009-10-19T09:32:46Z 2009-10-19T09:32:46Z I know the St. Louis Rams of the NFL are struggling this season:&nbsp; did you know they have 4 Minnesota guys on their roster?&nbsp; Minnesota FB is soft huh?&nbsp; James Laurinaitis from Wayzata, Adam Goldberg from Edina, Mark Setterstrom from Northfield, and Craig Dahl from Mankato East are the Minnesota&nbsp; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/19/This-is-my-story-Losing-a-brother 2009-10-19T08:52:26Z 2009-10-19T08:52:26Z This last week in Afghanistan has been one of sadness and time of reflection. We started out our week with news that we lost one of our fellow brothers. I say brother because after experiences like this you all form a special bond. It amazes me that a group of ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/17/Mommy-Diaries-Most-embarrassing-moment 2009-10-17T11:07:02Z 2009-10-17T11:07:02Z <div id="yiv1129040530"> <div id="yiv2026960069"> <div id="yiv213256905"> <div>This morning, I got up at 4 AM. This afternoon, I decided to take a nap with my children. It was wonderful. Except the part where my four year old got up before me. I know, you are thinking he made some terrible mess. Nope. But he ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/15/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Service-with-a-smile 2009-10-15T10:03:23Z 2009-10-15T10:03:23Z Service with a smile.<br /> <br /> While this seems like a fundamentally simple concept, apparently very few places in our little town are able to offer it. Apparently El Molino is a favorite, and I have to agree. It is nice to walk in, sit down, and immediately have complimentary chips ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/15/View-from-the-Sidelines-Its-tourney-time-for-fall-sports- 2009-10-15T09:19:37Z 2009-10-15T09:19:37Z October is a magic month in HS sports:&nbsp; the last regular season events are here, some have started or will start playoffs soon!&nbsp; Girls tennis will pick state tourney team entrants this week, Thursday is a big day for No. One seed Waseca girls at the friendly confines of the ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/14/Our-Two-Cents-Nobel-Peace-Prize 2009-10-14T10:28:54Z 2009-10-14T10:28:54Z I think I&rsquo;m on board with what is probably a universally accepted belief in America this week: President Obama&rsquo;s Nobel Peace Prize was premature, possibly even undeserved. I&rsquo;m not on board, however, with those who would tout this as an embarrassment for the president. If anything, it&rsquo;s an embarrassment for ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/13/Blog-istory-Seeking-the-spirited-side-of-Waseca 2009-10-13T13:13:36Z 2009-10-13T13:13:36Z Last week WCHS was host to regional ghost hunter, Kathy Machowski. We were contacted by Machowski last summer. She was initially interested in investigating the Bailey-Lewer House, our research library located across the street from the museum. We visited her webpage, &ldquo;Minnesota&rsquo;s Beyond the Veil&rdquo; and read testimonials of other ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/12/View-from-the-Sidelines-Poor-attendance-at-football-game 2009-10-12T07:28:00Z 2009-10-12T07:28:00Z Last week I attended a couple events in the area.&nbsp; I helped out at the Waseca Cross Country meet at Lakeside Golf course on Thursday, nice crowd of fans on a very nice Minnesota fall day!&nbsp; Saw many of the area schools run, saw familiar faces from other schools enjoying ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/09/View-from-the-Sidelines-1959-school-board-found-athletics-overstressed 2009-10-09T16:21:57Z 2009-10-09T16:21:57Z <font size="2"><font face="Arial"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><b>So, you think sports are taking the majority of you social life now? &nbsp;What about the article below from 1959? &nbsp;It my be popular to be a soccer Mom now days: &nbsp;I wonder how many parents in the Waseca of 1959 would believe all the action ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/09/Widespread-Panic-Congratulations-to-Larry 2009-10-09T09:34:48Z 2009-10-09T09:34:48Z Greetings all,<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Congratulations to Larry on being chosen for the open Council seat. He was a great person to work with while I served with him and will be a great advocate for Ward 1, business owners and fiscal conservatives. I admire his knowledge, savvy and communication skills. And ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/08/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Where-do-you-like-to-go- 2009-10-08T08:14:36Z 2009-10-08T08:14:36Z I've decided to make a quick change for this week, just to do something<br /> more fun and interactive. As much as I love to throw out my opinions and<br /> impressions on the local &quot;scene,&quot; thus far I haven't had much feedback on<br /> what you, the readers, think about entertainment in ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/07/Our-Two-Cents-Broken-politics-and-rightwing-opposition 2009-10-07T13:07:51Z 2009-10-07T13:07:51Z Five reasons our political system is broken.<br /> <br /> Money:&nbsp; It now takes at least a million dollars to wage a campaign for Congress (several millions to run for the Senate). Those who do run have to spend more time raising money than they spend meeting with voters.&nbsp; Most people &ndash; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/07/Blog-istory-Hartley-Elementary-School-is-50-years-old-this-year- 2009-10-07T10:05:24Z 2009-10-07T10:05:24Z Hartley Elementary School is 50 years old this year!<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Did you attend that first year 1959, in the brand new school? <br /> What do you remember about going to school at Hartley? <br /> &nbsp;&ldquo;Are you smarter than a fifth-grader?&rdquo;<br /> Who is this lady?<br /> <img width="300" height="414" src="/files/image/Hartley.jpg" alt="" /><br ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/06/View-from-the-Sidelines-Level-of-play 2009-10-06T14:41:45Z 2009-10-06T14:41:45Z The level of play!&nbsp; Waseca area is blessed to have a number of options for sports viewing. The 1 A level with the smallest Gopher conference schools: the 2A schools like Waterville and NHREG:&nbsp; the 3A Waseca Bluejays: the larger schools of Mankato and Owatonna are in 4A or 5A.&nbsp; ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/05/Mommy-Diaries-Common-questions-for-a-large-family 2009-10-05T16:16:15Z 2009-10-05T16:16:15Z Today I wanted to take a more lighthearted approach to the blog...although please remember the Gleason family as well as the Shackle family. Prayers are much needed for these very hurting families. We tend to think of people in the immediate after a tragedy, but both families have a long ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/10/01/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Beer-brats-and-bar-bands 2009-10-01T09:03:52Z 2009-10-01T09:03:52Z First of all, today is October 1st, and if you didn't read my blog last week, I'm going to remind everyone that today is Beer and Brats day in Waseca! If you haven't taken part in these festivities before, it is basically a day where every bar in town offers ... 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I hope that they offer up some awesome stand-up again soon.<br /> &nbsp;<img width="150" height="151" src="/files/image/WER(1).jpg" alt="" /><br /> This weekend at PJs Tavern they'll have The Radio Band playing on Friday the 25th at 9:00p.m., ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/23/Mommy-Diaries-Terrible-accident 2009-09-23T16:42:31Z 2009-09-23T16:42:31Z My husband's fire department pager went off&nbsp;late that night, as it often does.&nbsp;It struck me as odd though, that our cell phone began ringing&nbsp;at the same time. An odd kind of eerie. A scared kind of eerie. <br /> <br /> Our son was on the phone. He was in an accident, ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/23/Mommy-Diaries-An-intro 2009-09-23T16:40:50Z 2009-09-23T16:40:50Z My name is DeAnna, My family and I are Waseca transplants, moving here from the metro in the fall of 2006, after finding a home on the internet that accomodated our family perfectly (did I mention we had no plans to move at the time?). <br /> &nbsp;<br /> Initially we were ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/23/Widespread-Panic-Random-notes 2009-09-23T10:42:26Z 2009-09-23T10:42:26Z Greetings all,<br /> &nbsp;<br /> Below is a mish-mash of thoughts and links with no necessary connection other than my need to share.<br /> <br /> <img width="214" height="200" alt="" src="/files/image/Panic(1).jpg" /><br /> &nbsp;<br /> 7 Things to read on a regular basis:<br /> &nbsp;<br /> <a href="http://www.marginalrevolution.com/marginalrevolution">Marginal Revolution</a> - a great blog by two economists from George ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/21/View-from-the-Sidelines-College-Football-Johnnie-Style- 2009-09-21T17:13:20Z 2009-09-21T17:13:20Z St. Johns plays Gustavus this weekend at St. Peter.&nbsp; You can watch Waseca's Jimmie Loonan and Josh Smith play for The Johnnies as well as locals from New Richland, Blooming Prairie, and Blue Earth dominate the Gusties roster.&nbsp; Loonan scored his first collegiate&nbsp; touchdown last Saturday for the Johnnies on ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/21/Blog-istory-Who-was-Bernie-Bierman-and-what-is-his-connection-to-Waseca- 2009-09-21T08:25:06Z 2009-09-21T08:25:06Z Who was Bernie Bierman and what is his connection to Waseca?<br /> <br /> Bernie Bierman was the head coach of the University of Minnesota football program from 1932 to 1950, his teams completed a 93-35-6 (.716) slate over a 16-season span which included six Big Ten Championships, five National Championships and ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/18/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Weekend-planner-and-a-visit-to-Gilligans 2009-09-18T16:03:17Z 2009-09-18T16:03:17Z <font size="2"><font face="Verdana, Helvetica, Arial"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I didn't walk into Gilligan's Bar and Grill in Waterville with the intent to write a blog about it, but after witnessing the changes that have taken place there, I felt compelled to share what I'd experienced.<br /> &nbsp;<img width="150" height="151" src="/files/image/WER(1).jpg" alt="" /><br /> First ... 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James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/14/View-from-the-Sidelines-Best-in-area-volleyball- 2009-09-14T16:40:22Z 2009-09-14T16:40:22Z Volleyball is an interesting sport!&nbsp; Consistent team play seems to be a hard to achieve goal for every team.&nbsp; Great individuals make a huge difference in high school volleyball but team work and coaching seem to be the real mix which takes a team to the next level.&nbsp; Area schools ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/14/Widespread-Panic-The-health-care-extravaganza 2009-09-14T08:21:11Z 2009-09-14T08:21:11Z Questions...<br /> If we were to move to the single payer system how does it save money as its proponents <a href="http://money.cnn.com/2009/09/11/news/economy/dingell_health_care.fortune/index.htm?postversion=2009091112">believe</a>&nbsp; ? Is the savings the total value of&nbsp;operational costs (employees, technology, janitorial services, etc) + profits of the insurance industry? According to the <a href="http://www.census.gov/econ/census02/data/industry/E52.HTM#def">census bureau</a> there are 6.5 ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/12/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Weekend-planner-and-a-look-inside-PJs-Tavern- 2009-09-12T01:08:23Z 2009-09-12T01:08:23Z At first the darkened windows of PJs Tavern cause me to hesitate. Are they actually open? I peek in and see only a few flashes of neon from some&nbsp;signs that decorate the interior. Slowly I open the door and step inside.<br /> &nbsp;<br /> The biggest surprise upon entry, is the size ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/11/Our-Two-Cents-Where-to-find-agreement-in-Obamas-speeches 2009-09-11T16:02:04Z 2009-09-11T16:02:04Z &ldquo;We need every single one of you to develop your talents, skills and intellect so you can help solve our most difficult problems.&rdquo;&nbsp; Frightening words? Radical stuff? Hardly. <br /> <br /> This one sentence from President Obama&rsquo;s speech to America&rsquo;s school children is representative of the entire speech.&nbsp; In short, it ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/09/Widespread-Panic-A-look-at-referendum-numbers 2009-09-09T09:55:57Z 2009-09-09T09:55:57Z Good Day Widespread Panic readers &ndash; below is my first discussion with Cathy Hoy and Randy Zimmerman on the need for the proposed referendum. <br /> <br /> I have more questions and, based on what I see here, some comments that I will include in the near future. I encourage you ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/08/Blog-istory-When-was-the-first-football-game-played-at-night-under-lights-in-Waseca- 2009-09-08T08:48:48Z 2009-09-08T08:48:48Z In 1934 Waseca High School played its first night game with a white football! The lights were purchased by increasing the ticket price from 25 cents to one dollar. Many were very skeptical&mdash;&ldquo;Why play the game at night? You&rsquo;ll never raise the money!&rdquo; However, it was accomplished within one season. ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/08/View-from-the-Sidelines-Do-good-teams-just-happen-or-is-it-coaching- 2009-09-08T08:43:11Z 2009-09-08T08:43:11Z Good teams happen or it is because of coaching!&nbsp; I think it is coaching! - What do you think?&nbsp; Good teams can happen: an athlete moves to town, a kid grows, or someone with talent decides to play hard are examples!&nbsp; Good coaching is the real key to a good ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/04/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-Your-guide-to-the-Labor-Day-weekend 2009-09-04T13:20:25Z 2009-09-04T13:20:25Z <font size="2"><font face="Verdana, Helvetica, Arial"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Happy Labor Day weekend, citizens of Waseca County!<br /> &nbsp;<br /> As my family and I have been packing for a camping vacation elsewhere, I haven&rsquo;t had much time to do my usual snooping about. This will be remedied next week, I assure you. I did ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/04/View-from-the-Sidelines-Why-I-love-cross-country 2009-09-04T08:19:48Z 2009-09-04T08:19:48Z Cross country , great sport! No ball, bat, net, ump, ref, and it is outside in the elements. Repetition and hard work is the difference in many runners performance. Similar to swimming except there is the great outdoors to compete in and sometimes against! Great area ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/09/03/Our-Two-Cents-A-look-at-Gov-Pawlenty 2009-09-03T08:19:04Z 2009-09-03T08:19:04Z <span style="color: rgb(51, 102, 255);">I have been waiting &ndash; in vain - for the Minnesota media to do a more critical expose on how many days Governor Tim Pawlenty has been out of state on something other than official state business. Even if &ndash; as the Governor asserts - most ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/31/View-from-the-Sidelines-Best-area-football-coach- 2009-08-31T17:37:22Z 2009-08-31T17:37:22Z Best football coach in Waseca area football? <br /> <br /> Jon Bakken - WEM? Hard to omit Jon from any list of candidates for this honor! What a program in Waterville!&nbsp; Waseca area had a few guys in here for their first job and moved on to bigger venues with success. ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/31/Blog-istory-Do-you-own-a-Century-Farm- 2009-08-31T08:05:27Z 2009-08-31T08:05:27Z There are presently over 170 Waseca County Century Farms including several Sesquicentennial Farms (150 years old). Efforts were made several years ago during the Smithsonian traveling exhibit, &ldquo;Barn Again&rdquo;, to document every standing barn in Waseca County. That year Doug Ohman photographed several barns from every township. They have been ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/28/Waseca-Entertainment-Review-A-look-inside-Katie-OLearys-and-other-weekend-events 2009-08-28T11:13:51Z 2009-08-28T11:13:51Z The first thing I order when I go into Katie O'Leary's Beef and Brew is a glass of pink lemonade. It may seem strange to go into a pub and order something so light, but it is too early in the day for my usual rum-and-coke, and I don't drink ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/27/Widespread-Panic-Picking-up-pieces 2009-08-27T21:15:44Z 2009-08-27T21:15:44Z A whirlwind week in my world and a million things to talk about without time to do them justice. <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>I have two folks from the School Board answering some of my questions about the referendum and hope to report the whole thing back to you all next week. They are confident ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/27/View-from-the-Sidelines-Is-there-a-next-Lisa-Broughton- 2009-08-27T09:20:19Z 2009-08-27T09:20:19Z Waseca Girls Tennis is arguably the most success-full program in Waseca sports!&nbsp; <br /> <br /> The girls with Coach Bruce&nbsp; &quot;Vince&quot; Wessman and Lisa Broughton as team leader started winning in the mid-90s and continue today.&nbsp; Broughton is the reason tennis is big in Waseca, many great teams and players have ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/26/Blog-istory-In-search-of-Brooksie-Brown 2009-08-26T14:44:12Z 2009-08-26T14:44:12Z Does anyone have a photo or information about Brooksie Brown? The Brown family was one of the first African-American families to live in Waseca. Brooksie Brown had five children, raising them alone during the 1930s and 40s. She had sons and daughters who graduated from ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/26/Our-Two-Cents-An-introduction 2009-08-26T10:11:36Z 2009-08-26T10:11:36Z <meta name="Title" content=""> <meta name="Keywords" content=""> <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"> <meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"> <meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 2008"> <meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 2008"> Our Two Cents<br /> By Tim and Marcus Penny<br /> <br /> Area residents may remember last fall when our front yard posted two competing political signs. My son, Marcus, and I held differing views ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/25/Talk-to-candidates-legislators-about-health-care-reform 2009-08-25T14:16:48Z 2009-08-25T14:16:48Z Tony Cornish advised the readers of the Waseca County News to contact legislators about health care reform and he was right to do so. Based on recent reports that the Democratic majorities in the House and Senate may push through legislation on their own we may have to go back ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/24/Who-is-the-greatest-player-in-Waseca-football-history- 2009-08-24T08:46:24Z 2009-08-24T08:46:24Z I have watched Waseca area sports since the late 1950s.&nbsp; Each decade has a great team or dominate individual as the player to watch or emulate in life!&nbsp; Who do you remember as the best player in Waseca football?&nbsp; Vern Sysyka, Jerry Cawley, Mike Edwards, Joel Wabner, Gene Volz, John ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/21/Taking-in-the-Walz-healthcare-town-hall 2009-08-21T08:09:22Z 2009-08-21T08:09:22Z Greetings all,<br /> &nbsp;<br /> I made it to the Walz town hall meeting last night - very fun and informative. The event was well attended, saw a Waseca council person and the spouse of a former council person - they shared a different view than me. The number one WEM Bucs ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/20/Your-guide-to-the-weekend 2009-08-20T08:24:41Z 2009-08-20T08:24:41Z When I talk to people who are new to Waseca, they always bring up a question that I dread. That question is: &ldquo;What is there to do around here, anyway?&rdquo;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> I have a hard time answering this, because the water park, while fairly obvious, isn&rsquo;t always suitable because of ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/20/Welcome-to-Widespread-Panic 2009-08-20T08:05:45Z 2009-08-20T08:05:45Z <img width="214" height="200" src="/files/image/Panic(1).jpg" alt="" /><br /> <br /> Welcome to the introductory issue of Widespread Panic, home to<br /> philosophical meandering through modern society's unending barrage of<br /> catastrophe. With each episode we can try to determine if the crisis of<br /> the day is indeed a precursor to Armageddon or a garden variety<br ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/2009/08/18/Did-you-know-that-New-Richland-once-had-a-traveling-railroad-circus- 2009-08-18T18:50:02Z 2009-08-18T18:50:02Z <img width="200" height="142" src="/files/image/Blog-istory.jpg" alt="" /><br /> <br /> It was created during the winter of 1893-94 by Frank Blakeslee and George Stearns. It was not without an incredible effort that employed many New Richland residents sewing costumes and printing advertisements and handbills. <p>The show opened on May 17, 1894 drawing an initial ... James Anderson janderson@wasecacountynews.com http://www.wasecacountynews.com/mod/blogger/author/james