Lillian “Molly” Tupy, 84, of Northfield, MN, died Thursday, February 6, 2020 at the Three Links Care Center, Northfield.
Lillian Mary Schoenbauer was born on October 25, 1935 to Joseph and Ludmilla (Kes) Schoenbauer on the family farm in New Prague. She was raised there and attended St. Wenceslaus through the eighth grade. She continued to help on the farm for a few years before meeting Ben Vosejpka at a cousin’s wedding. They were married on September 22, 1953.

Cub Scouts from New Prague’s Pack 323 gather for a group photo during the annual Pinewood Derby held Saturday, Feb. 8, at St. Wenceslaus Church’s Parish Activity Center. There were 52 entries in the derby, a record number. There were prizes for those who won in the races and for best design. For more see an upcoming print issue of The New Prague Times. (Patrick Fisher Photo)

Weather Alerts-New Prague, MN
Winter Storm Warning from SAT 11:00 PM CST until SUN 3:00 PM CST
Make preparations per the instructions
Issued By
Minneapolis - MN, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
Portions of central, east central and south central Minnesota
Description
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST SUNDAY...
WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches.
WHERE...Portions of central, east central and south central Minnesota.
WHEN...Until 3 PM CST Sunday.

The time for the Elko New Market City Council’s Thursday, Feb. 13, business meeting has been changed to 6 p.m. The council’s work session, originally scheduled for 6 p.m., has been cancelled. The meeting will be held at Elko New Market City Hall, 601 Main Street.

Robert “Butch” C. Patch, age 77 of Savage, MN passed away on Monday, February 3, 2020 at The Comfort House in McAllen, Texas.
Butch was born on April 8, 1942 in Farmington, MN the son of Donald and Irene (Broos) Patch. He is a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion. Before retiring, Butch worked for Continental Machines in Savage.

Carlton E. Miller, age 87, of New Prague, died on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Mala Strana Care and Rehabilitation Center.  Carl was born on September 15, 1932 in rural Montgomery on the family farm to William H.

Cecelia Kes, age 81, of Edina, formerly of Burnsville and longtime critical care nurse at St. Francis in Shakopee, passed away February 2, 2020. Celebration of Life Service is Friday, February 7, 2020 at 11:00 AM with a Memorial Gathering from 9:30 – 11:00 AM at Trinity Church (10658 - 210th Street West) in Lakeville.  Cecelia loved and was loved abundantly.

Laurie A.  Tolzmann, age 57, of New Prague, died peacefully after a 5-year battle with cancer on Saturday, February 1, 2020.  Laurie was born on December 30, 1962 in Owatonna, MN to David and Laurel (Kavitz) Bathel.  She graduated from Prior Lake High School and attended Normandale Community College.  She worked as an administrative assistant for the tribal government for 26 years..  Laurie married the love of her life, Jeffrey B.

The highlight of New Prague High School’s Snoball celebration was the coronation ceremony on Friday, Jan. 31, in the high school gym. In the front row, from the left, is Snoball King Matt Schmidt and Queen Danielle Solheid; (second row) Lauren Kuehl, Danielle Anderson, Sarah Berg, Madi Crawford, Kaidyn Mulvihill, Lauren Moravchik, Chloe Anderson; (back row) Luke Tupy, Jacob Anderson, Jake Trachte, Cade Pavek, Brian Hennes, Thomas Eckstein and Josh Anderson. During the ceremony there was also a Pep Fest, music and dancing. The celebration wraps up on Saturday, Feb.

Judy A.Rademacher, age 81, of New Prague, died peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Central Health Care in Le Center.  Judy was born on July 18, 1938 in Iowa City, IA to Richard and Irene (Virchow) Lyman.  She spent a short time in Mason City, IA until the family moved to Minneapolis where Judy graduated from North High School.  She married the love of her life, Mike Rademacher at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Minneapolis on June 25, 1960.  She had many part-time jobs throughout her life but the longest one was spent working at the arsenal during the Vietnam War.  Her true calling was

The New Prague gymnastics team put together their top team performance of the year Thursday, Jan. 23.
The Trojans scored 141.625 to defeat Annadale (136.875).
This was the third time the team has eclipsed the 140 point mark but the first over 141.
Not only did they record their season high team score, but they also finished with scores better than their team average in all four individual events.
Annandale’s Becca Green averaged 9.5 on her four events, finishing with an all-around score of 38.050.

Julia Bisek, age 81, of New Prague, formerly of Minneapolis, died peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Mala Strana Care and Rehabilitation Center.  Julia was born on August 31, 1938 in New Prague to Julius T. and Albina M.

Balanced scoring helped the New Prague girls basketball team win a pair of games last week, stretching their winning streak to six straight.
The Trojans had five players score nine points or more in a 68-43 nonconference win over Bloomington Jefferson.
Six different players scored eight points or more in a 69-58 win over Holy Family Friday, Jan. 24.

The New Prague adapted floor hockey team has started its 2020 season with four straight wins.
The Trojans defeated South Suburban, 10-2, Jan. 23. They defeated South Washington County (9-7), Burnsville/Lakeville/Farmington (BLF) (7-1), and Owatonna (16-1) last week.
Against South Suburban, Dylan Raaen had five goals and two assists. Leo Fahey had two goals and two assists.

The New Prague Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Meeting and Dinner on Monday, Jan. 27, with 95 members attending. Held at Ridges at Sand Creek, north of New Prague, Chamber staff gave a review of the last year and goals for 2020.
The meeting also named the Business of the Year, with Carla Sticha of Keepsake Insurance, LLC receiving the award out of the five nominees. Other businesses that were in the running were Cedar Brook Garden Center, Giesenbrau Bier Co., Scott Equipment Company and Palmer Welcome Auto.

A Le Center woman faces four felony charges, including wrongfully obtaining assistance and three counts of perjury. Her significant other, with whom she resides, is also charged with a felony for his role in the alleged crime.
According to Le Sueur County Court records, Shannon Jean Foline, 39, of Le Center, has been charged with receiving public assistance benefits (greater than $1,000 and less than $5,000) based upon fraudulent representation and concealment, which constitutes a felony.