Daughter decided not to give Slovenian news!

In a small village nestled within the Apaška Dolina region, known as Mahovci, a local resident named Andreja Fluher has become the center of attention due to her recent win in a promotional campaign. With just under 120 residents, Mahovci is a quiet, friendly village where community ties run deep. Andreja, a well-known activist in various aspects of social life, particularly within the Sports and Tourism Association (ŠTD) Mahovci, was among the first winners of this year's summer prize game organized by Lidl and Slovenske novice. The surprise came when a delivery person brought the magazine to her home, prompting Andreja to read about the contest before filling out the reward coupon online. When contacted by the organizers, she initially couldn't believe the good news, expressing her joy and disbelief at being chosen. Andreja emphasized how much the family enjoys reading Slovenske novice, noting that all three members of her household—herself, her husband Ivan, and their daughter Mateja—are regular readers. Although Mateja works in Austria, she eagerly awaits the magazine upon returning home. During the pandemic, there were discussions about discontinuing the publication, but Andreja’s firm decision to continue ensured its survival. She highlighted the importance of having local news in print, stating that while political updates and international contributions can be found online, the printed magazine offers a sense of connection and familiarity that digital platforms often lack. Even the final pages of the magazine are appreciated by the locals. The event also showcased the efforts of Lidl Slovenia in promoting responsible food consumption through its initiative called Hranozavest. As part of this campaign, Lidl organized an event titled “Mizica, pogrni se! 2.0,” which aimed to raise awareness about reducing food waste. Attendees gathered around a large table in Ljubljana, participating in engaging challenges and learning practical ways to minimize food waste in daily life. This event underscored the impact of small changes in meal planning, storage, and using leftovers, contributing significantly to reducing overall food waste. The campaign continues to encourage thoughtful decisions that benefit individuals, communities, and the environment alike. Andreja shared that her family frequently visits the Lidl store in Gornja Radgona, and the recent win adds an extra incentive to restock their supplies. She explained that although they don’t have many special occasions to celebrate, they look forward to making regular purchases at Lidl, appreciating the variety of products available. Born in the neighboring village of Žepovci, Andreja moved to Mahovci at the age of seven. After completing primary and secondary education in economic administration, she worked at Paloma Sladki Vrh for exactly 40 years before retiring three years ago. Even during her career, she remained active in various areas of community involvement. Now, alongside her husband Ivan, she has more time to focus on gardening, cultivating fresh vegetables for personal use, and maintaining their surroundings. She is also actively involved in the KTD Hudič and Ježevka associations, enjoys cycling, walking, and recreation. Her son Boris lives in Ljubljana, and the family finds great joy in his visits to their home in the peaceful Apaška Dolina region, where their 11-year-old grandson brings added happiness to their days.