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Messenger Extra, September 2018 A publication of the Maple Lake Messenger - Distributed to 5,000 area homes & businesses M&M: Where quality service and safety are No. 1

By Brenda Erdahl ogy in its products, which In 1973 Roger and Karen equates to higher power that Millner started M&M Bus Serv- will continue to run after more usiness ice in Annandale. Forty-five charging cycles. Echo’s battery years later, the company has system works with multiple Buzz evolved into a three-part, multi- types of Echo equipment. functional business that contin- “They’re perfect for people PAID ADVERTISEMENT ues to be family run. with smaller yards,” Millner M&M Express Sales and said. Service All sales are backed by a strict ethics on charging for di- M&M Express Sales and professional service and parts agnostics. Service is Central Minnesota’s department for customers’ on- “We do not charge for a di- leader in outdoor power equip- going maintenance and cus- agnostic scan,” Bichler said. ment, with inventory ranging tomization needs. “Some businesses you walk in from tractors and snow blowers, M&M Express Sales and the door and you are being to handheld mowers, leaf blow- Service is conveniently located charged to scan a vehicle. We ers, chainsaws and other yard at 530 Division Street West in choose not to.” care needs. What started with Maple Lake; 600 Hwy 55 East Tires one store in Maple Lake off Di- in Buffalo; 580 Humboldt Drive With winter just around the vision Street West, has turned in Big Lake and 13380 Hwy 25 corner, making sure the tires on into four locations that include in Brainerd. your vehicle are weather-ready is an important step to being sites in Buffalo, Big Lake and Visit, www.mmexpress- The M&M team offers bumper-to-bumper service on any vehicle plus free diagnostics prepared for icy roads. When it Brainerd. sales.com to find a list of all the and a shuttle service. They are, from left, Kris Porter, Mike Tomes, Kody Orn, Robert comes to tires it’s all about the “We have different product brands the four stores carry. Bower and Meghan Latham. tread. The tread is what gives lines in different locations, so if M&M Express Lube and Car (Photos by Brenda Erdahl) we don’t have what you’re Care Center drivers control on roadways, looking for here in Maple Lake, M&M Express Lube and Car Millner said. tions and to sell batteries,” Mill- 320-963-2060. operators where safety is always we may carry it in one of our Care Center on Division Street “On a front-wheel drive ve- ner said. M&M Bus Service Inc. a major focus. other stores,” Scott Millner said. West in Maple Lake is more hicle you can get going on icy Fast Lube M&M Bus Service Inc. is Hundreds of operators from An authorized Mahindra, than just a quick lube. M&M roads, but with insufficient tread The fast lube part of the busi- where it all started. In 2000, the around the state attend these Stihl, Husqvarna Power, Toro, technicians offer bumper-to- the tire will suddenly break con- ness is fast and efficient. No ap- Millners expanded to Maple conferences to share their expe- Echo, Cub Cadet® and Exmark bumper service on any vehicle tact with the road surface. Come pointment is necessary, Bichler Lake, taking over duties that riences, improve their training dealership, M&M Express Sales including RVs and utility trail- in and we’ll evaluate the condi- said. We work on a first come, previously belonged to Mooney and learn the newest strategies and Service carries a large se- ers. They offer free diagnostics tion of the tread of your tires first serve basis. Typically, the Bus Co. The No. 1 priority of on school bus safety. lection of new and pre-owned and a shuttle service as well. and determine if they will per- wait is not long, she said. If cus- M&M Bus Service is safety. The MSBOA is also respon- inventory at its four stores for “We will pick up vehicles all form well this winter. You don’t tomers choose, they can sign up The students they transport are sible for industry changes at the both commercial and personal over town at any commercial want that first snowfall to hit for an e-mail reminder when their No. 1 concern in all as- state level. They work with lob- use. address or business for service. and find that your tires don’t they need to have their oil pects of the business, from hir- byists to improve laws to best A popular item that’s been We don’t have loner cars, but perform at all,” Millner said. changed again. The automated ing drivers to planning school benefit the students they trans- flying off the shelves recently we will bring people home,” M&M offers a wide variety system keeps track of recom- bus routes. fer. Because of the MSBOA, as are battery powered, hand-held Millner said. of tires to choose from and they mended maintenance schedules The company has received of 2010, all buses must be man- equipment, Millner said. Major “We just do what we can to come with a lifetime of free ro- and lets customers know when numerous awards over the years ufactured with a drop-arm brands like Echo, Stihl and Toro provide good service,” office tations at the Maple Lake store. their vehicle is due. for their dedication and is a crossing gate. The organization are producing quality chain- manager Darcy Bichler added. Batteries Fleet Services leader in the industry. The com- also played a role in raising saws, trimmers, blowers and “With the Maple Manor so close Batteries are another item to M&M Express Lube and Car pany headquarters in Annandale fines for stop arm violations. lawnmowers that don’t require we help a lot of elderly cus- put on your winter-preparedness Care Center also offers fleet is also the corporate office of M&M’s multi-faceted opera- gas or carburetors, making them tomers who don’t have anybody checklist. M&M not only sells services, which means they will the Minnesota School Bus Op- tion makes it a unique and valu- easier to use and reducing me- else. We pick up vehicles, jump batteries, technicians will eval- manage the service and mainte- erators Association. The able part of the community. For chanical issues. their vehicles, help however we uate the charging system and nance on a company’s fleet of MSBOA is responsible for or- information on becoming part Echo, for instance, uses a 56- can.” the battery condition. vehicles, including record keep- ganizing and hosting bi-annual of the M&M Bus Service team volt battery and lithium technol- The crew at M&M also have “We are the most qualified in ing. seminars and conferences for call 320-274-8313. town to evaluate those condi- For more information call

Above, left, Mike Tomes works his magic on this engine. With winter just around the corner professionals at M&M Express Lube and Car Care encourage motorists to have their tires and batteries checked. M&M offers a variety of tires to chose from and they come with a lifetime of free rotations. Center, M&M Express Sales and Service is located off Division Street West in Maple Lake with additional stores in Buffalo, Big Lake and Brainerd. Right, is M&M Express Lube and Car Care Shop Manager Kris Porter.

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Come the end of October, more about the tricks. Ringing false alarms, cov- people across the country ea- The earliest references to ering trees in toilet paper, gerly await the tricks and Mischief Night date back to shaving cream fights, switch- treats of Halloween. Plenty of 1790s Britain. But back then ing door mats or outdoor fur- fun is to be had on October 31, the mischief occurred right be- niture, and ringing doorbells when hordes of costume-clad fore May Day. During the and running are some popular children and adults scour Protestant Reformation, much Mischief Night pranks. Much neighborhoods on the hunt for of England set out to distance of the behavior consists of the best candy. But prior to itself from the treat side of harmless fun, but Mischief Halloween comes the trickery, Halloween because it was con- Night has led to some unsa- jokes and gags of Mischief nected to Catholic saints. Gags vory acts, including more than Night. and pranks were transferred to 800 fires being lit in Detroit in Mischief Night also may be the eve of Guy Fawkes Night, 1984. referred to as Cabbage Night, a holiday that celebrates the In order to curb destructive Goosey Night, Moving Night, foiling of the Gunpowder Plot behavior, many communities Mat Night, or Devil’s Night. In to blow up British Parliament. will ban the sale of eggs and parts of the United Kingdom, However, in Ireland, Scotland shaving cream to minors on it’s known as Mischievous and northern England, Hal- Mischief Night. Others imple- Night, Miggy Night, Corn loween traditions — including ment strict curfews. But that Night, or Trick Night. good-natured pranks — were doesn’t mean people looking Mischief Night falls on the evening before Halloween, bringing with it lots of tricks Mischief Night is October maintained. Immigrants from to engage in some good-na- and pranks. (Photo submitted) 30 (or November 4 in some these areas ultimately brought tured mischief cannot have areas of the UK) and began as these traditions with them to their fun. Neighbors can host Halloween and is still popular an informal holiday when North America. By the 1930s backyard mischief parties in for many people. Keeping friends pranked one another. and 1940s, Mischief Night be- which kids contain their antics pranks fun and harmless en- While Halloween is all about came popular in the United to one or two yards. sures that this tradition can the treats, Mischief Night is States. Mischief Night precedes stick around for years to come.

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Mysteries and the macabre finement was built in 1829 and lated slaves in the attic. LaLaurie oldest church in Texas and is take center stage come Hal- housed prisoners until 1970. fled New Orleans, but it is be- stunning to behold. But during loween. Many people feel that Peals of disembodied laughter, lieved the phantom screams of the nighttime, visitors may feel lingering spirits may cling to pacing footsteps and shadowy her victims can still be heard at the hair on their necks stand on hotel rooms, hospitals and old figures have been reported on the night. end. During renovations, work- buildings. The following are premises. • Hotel Monte Vista, ers unearthed bones, nails and some sites, courtesy of Conde • Keg Mansion, Toronto, On- Flagstaff, Az.: This hotel is pur- military uniforms. Visitors report Nast, Reader’s Digest and Na- tario: The Keg Mansion was portedly home to various spec- orbs and shadowy figures in pho- tional Geographic, that may once the private residence of in- tors and paranormal guests. tographs, as well as figures in prove pleasing to those who like dustrialist Hart Massey and his Room 210 was plagued by hooded clothing. a taste of the paranormal each family. Legend states that, after someone who hung raw meat • RMS Queen Mary, Long October. the death of Massey’s daughter from the chandelier. An infant’s Beach, Calif.: This luxury ship • Howard Street Cemetery, Lillian, her maid was so over- wretching cries have sent people carried Hollywood celebrities Salem, Mass.: The Salem Witch come with grief that she took her scurrying. And two women who before being repurposed into a Trials were a shocking part of own life. A ghostly image of a were thrown from the third floor World War II ship that trans- American history. Many differ- maid hanging by her neck has now haunt and try to smother ported troops. Eventually, the ent people were accused of frequently been reported at the male guests in their sleep. ship was permanently docked in witchcraft and sorcery and exe- property. • Fairmont Banff Springs California, and is reportedly cuted for their alleged crimes. • LaLaurie Mansion, New Or- Hotel, Banff, Alberta: This is the haunted by those who died Howard Street Cemetery, where leans, La.: Marie Delphine site of a number of terrifying aboard, such as a young sailor Giles Corey, a convicted of- LaLaurie was a Louisiana so- ghost sitings, including an entire crushed in the engine room. fender is buried, is said to host cialite who threw lavish parties. murdered family. Many believe Haunted places dot the globe the paranormal. But she also had a dark and a retired head bellman in uniform and can make interesting travel The following are some sites, courtesy of Conde Nast, • Eastern State Penitentiary, grisly side. When a fire broke out continues to haunt the hotel. locations for those who wish to Reader’s Digest and National Geographic, that may Philadelphia, Pa.: This once in the residence, police re- • San Fernando Cathedral, discover what goes bump in the prove pleasing to those who like a taste of the paranor- strict enforcer of solitary con- sponded and discovered muti- San Antonio, Texas: This is the night. mal each October. (Photo submitted) How to talk to kids about Halloween safety

Come Halloween, young- capes, either. When kids pick sters’ attentions are understand- costumes, explain to them that ably focused on costumes and you might need to do some tai- candy. Their parents, however, loring before they go trick-or- are likely more concerned with treating. Explain to kids that their kids’ safety. costumes should be trip-proof so Trick-or-treating kids might they can seamlessly go from not pay much mind to safety. As house to house in search of their a result, it can be hard for parents favorite goodies. to get kids to grasp the impor- • Create a bag or bucket de- tance of being safe on Hal- sign day. Depending on what loween. The following strategies kids will use to carry the candy might make that task easier. they accumulate this Halloween, • Discuss costumes well in parents can plan a bag or bucket advance of Halloween. Many design day a few days in ad- kids are so enthusiastic about vance. Kids will enjoy this Halloween that they know which chance to get in the Halloween costumes they hope to wear long spirit, and parents can encourage before October 31. Parents can youngsters to decorate their bags discuss potential costumes well and buckets with reflective tape in advance of Halloween before that will make them more visible kids even know what they want to drivers. to wear. Doing so gives parents • Talk up trick-or-treating a chance to encourage kids to with friends. As Halloween ap- It can be hard for parents to get kids to grasp the importance of being safe on Halloween. The following strategies choose bright costumes that will proaches, parents can discuss might make that task easier. (Photo submitted) make them more visible to driv- how much fun kids will have ers on Halloween night. Waiting going door-to-door with many of to discuss costumes increases their friends. This is a good way the likelihood that kids will al- to ensure kids trick-or-treat in Publishing local news weekly ready have an outfit in mind, large groups, making them more in rain, sleet, snow or shine. making it harder for parents to visible to drivers. In addition, convince them to choose some- kids trick-or-treating in large SUBSCRIBE TODAY! thing safe. groups might be too busy joking Ask about our 320.963.3813 • Explain that some tailoring with their friends to notice when might be necessary to make one or two parents tag along as 320.963.3715 Wine Club! $27 Wright County • $30 Out of County www.MapleLakeMessenger.com gathering all that candy a lot eas- chaperones. ier. Superman doesn’t trip on his Parents can discuss Hal- www.mlwine-spirits.com 218 Division St. W, PO Box 817 The Maple Lake cape in the movies, and young- loween safety with their children Next to Cenex Maple Lake, MN sters dressed up as the Man of in ways that make it fun to be Open Mon.-Thu. Steel shouldn’t trip on their safe while trick-or-treating. 901 State Hwy. 55 East • Maple Lake 8:30AM-4:30PM

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