A high school group is making a difference for local people who’ve been hit hardest during the pandemic.
The TCU Chapter of the National Honor Society recently held a “Shoe-Boot Drive” asking people to donate gently-used shoes or boots to TCU High School.
Allie Schley, NHS Secretary, and Nikaija Young, NHS member, said the shoes collected were donated to Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. for families in need within the school district whenever possible. 

Wednesday, November 25, 2020, from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the New Market Town Hall, 8950 230th St. E. Lakevillle, MN 55024
See flyer attached to make an appointment.

Shirley Scheffert, 82, of Montgomery, passed away at her home on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020 surrounded by her loving family.
Shirley was born on June 19, 1938, in New Prague to William and Helen (Kajer) Svobodny. She was a graduate of New Prague High School and St. Joseph’s Hospital in Mankato where she received her LPN nursing degree.
Shirley was united in marriage to Karl J. Scheffert on May 14, 1960, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in New Prague. Together, they raised five children: Mark, Scott, Mary Kaye, Donna and Susan.

New faces will help run the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce after four new members were elected to its board last week.
The election happened at the annual meeting that was held at the Next Chapter Winery on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Joining the board are Joy N. Svoboda as secretary, Jackie Brockway at social media, and Aaron Worm for membership. Seth Huiras, who was secretary, took on the role of treasurer. They join Kurt Dvorak, president; Dave Fladhammer, vice president; and Corey Althoff Allen, activities.

Wayne S. Mader, age 79, of Le Sueur, died Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at St.

Winners were announced last week in the annual Patriot’s Pen essay writing competition at the area Veterans of Foreign Wars.
The Patriot’s Pen program is open to students in grades six to eight. This year’s theme is “What is Patriotism to Me?” The first place winner from Montgomery sponsored by the Montgomery VFW Post 5340 was Allison Rynda, a sixth grader from Most Holy Redeemer School.

On November 11, 2020, the sincere message to veterans was clear: thank you for your service.
A handful of veterans heard this in the annual Veterans Day program in the Tri-City United Performing Arts Center. The program, which was live-streamed to the public and other students in the TCU District, included speeches, music and awards.
One od the speakers was its own. TCU Montgomery teacher and veteran Collin Scott, used his time at the podium to....
See the November 19, 2020 print edition for more.

The task can seem daunting. Staying positive during the COVID pandemic has felt - at times - like I am climbing Mount Everest.
How can we expect to be positive when officials tell us the pandemic rages on?
We can’t be with family during Thanksgiving.
Our kids’ sports are cancelled, then started again. They play, but then the season ends when kids get sick.
The kids are in school, then are told their distance learning because too many people are getting sick.

The Tri-City United Titans capitalized on drives and their scoring performance when they cruised to an 18-8 victory over Saint Peter on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
TCU set the tone that they were out to win on the opening drive of the game. The offense barreled 62 yards, converted three first-downs, and put up a score by starting running back Mason O’Malley.

Be sure to shop local with all of the new restrictions starting Friday, Nov. 20th.

Leslie John Emmers, 90, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 25 from 9 to 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Le Center with Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Le Center. Military honors will be provided by the Le Center area Veterans Honor Guard.

Thursday, November 19th 10 am - 2 pm Jordan Fire Station: 501 N Varner St. Jordan, MN 55352

TCU is out of the playoffs.
According to TCU Activities Director Chad Johnson, although the kids and coaches were doing the right things regarding COVID-19 protocols, they lost the battle of staying Covid clean.  
“TCU will unfortunately have to remove itself from the 2020 Football playoffs. We are disappointed we will not get to have our matchup with Fairmont on Tuesday night,” Johnson said on Monday.

Marcella A. Blaeser, 94, of Montgomery passed away Monday, Nov. 9 at St. Francis Hospital in Shakopee. Public services are postponed until a later date. Private interment will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.
Marcella was born April 16, 1926, in Kimball, South Dakota to Joseph and Anna (McAvinney) Smith. She married Willard “Bill” Blaeser in January of 1952 and raised a family. She was known for her excellent tailoring. She loved horses, sewing, flowers, gardening and puzzles.

The 2020 senior class of Tri-City United High School showed why “seniors rule” when they beat the junior class 20-14 in this year’s powderpuff football game at the high school athletic complex.
After being postponed due to the October 20 snowstorm, the school officials took advantage of the above-average temperatures Wednesday, Nov. 4 and held the game that pits the seniors against the juniors.
To see more on this story, pick up the November 12, 2020 print edition of the Montgomery Messenger.

The Tri-City United Titans capitalized on drives and their scoring performance when they cruised to an 18-8 victory over Saint Peter on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
TCU set the tone that they were out to win on the opening drive of the game. The offense barreled 62 yards, converted three first-downs, and put up a score by starting running back Mason O’Malley.