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By JESSICA LUTGENS
Editorial Assistant
There are many reasons why there is a high opposition to the upcoming amendment to our state’s Constitution, which, if passed, will require all voters in the state of Minnesota to provide a government-issued photo identification when casting their ballots.
Senator Scott Newman, author of the proposed amendment, calls it an “additional measure of integrity,” and says it will “add photo identification to manage age, residency and citizenship voting requirements already in the state Constitution.”
Some supporters of the amendment argue it will help curtail voter fraud and restore confidence in the election system. And while that may be true, there are many more arguments outlining the negative effects of the bill and urging citizens to vote “no” when it appears on the November 6, 2012 ballot.
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AT HOME — There’s a good reason Teri Kormann feels at home as Mr. Cyr’s secretary at NRHEG High School. (Star Eagle photo by Rachel Rietsema)
By RACHEL RIETSEMA
Staff Writer
If high school secretaries could fly, NRHEG’s newly hired one would.
That’s just how dedicated and driven Teri Kormann is.
“As Mr. Cyr’s secretary, I enter lunch payments and student data, make changes in data if the phone number and or addresses have changed,” Kormann said. “I also update e-mail addresses, update attendance daily, look up student schedules and interact with students.”
All of these daily tasks keep her busy from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. from Monday through Friday.
“Every day is different,” she said. “The time at school flies by. I love it.”
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Band fund-raiser currently underway
The NRHEG Band Boosters are holding their annual fall food sale, with items like pie, soup, pizza, cookie dough, cheese cake, and more.
You can order from any 8-12 grade band member until October 22. Delivery will be November 5.
Girl Scouts Centennial Day set for Oct. 13
On October 13, Girl Scouts in New Richland will celebrate their final Girl Scout Centennial event by working together to improve the local watershed. Taking place in all 49 counties of the Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys Council, the Centennial Day of Service: 2012 Take Action Project is designed to remove 20,000 pounds of phosphorus, prevent 10 million pounds of algae growth and save $6 million in clean-up costs through a one-day effort.
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BUSY HANDS ARE HAPPY HANDS — Phyllis Hanson keeps busy knitting baby caps, which she donates. (Star Eagle photo by Kathy Paulsen)
By KATHY PAULSEN
Staff Writer
There are those who say they are retired, but that doesn't always coincide with their personality.
Phyllis Hanson, formerly of Clarks Grove, now lives at Bancroft Creek Estates in rural Albert Lea. She has always been active in whatever she does, and she is willing to try anything.
Phyllis was a volunteer with the Naeve Hospital Candy Stripers and hospital auxiliary for many years. When it came time to scale back a bit, she wanted to find something to fill her time and still feel useful.
As a rule, the hats provided for hospital infants, if purchased, are made of tight polyester, complete with seams and tags. Phyllis decided however that a more loving and nurturing way to meet this need was to put her knitting skills to good use for the wee ones who would be making their grand entrances into the world.
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Win at Waseca caps another successful year under Siewert
MARCHING ON — Above, members of the NRHEG Marching Band Color Guard lead the band during the 2012 Waseca Marching Classic. From left: Hailie Mahlman, Abby Crabtree, Maddie Reed, Elizabeth Eder, Emmy Hobbs, Jessica Phillips and Crystal Olson. Below, director Tim Siewert cheers the band during the Waseca Marching Classic. (Star Eagle photos by Nikki Erickson)
By JESSICA LUTGENS
Editorial Assistant
The NRHEG High School Band has been very successful in recent years, shown not only by their excellent performances, but also by awards they’ve received. The band has won the Waseca Marching Classic the last three years in a row, and six out of the last seven years.
Two years ago, they didn’t win first place, but they did win the People’s Choice award, which some could argue is even better.
“This summer was very successful for our marching band,” said Tim Siewert, band director. “We had a whole new look with great uniforms and drums we were able to purchase, but our reputation stayed at the high level it’s always been at.”