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River Grove works to add bus fleet Background
BY NEALY CORCORAN REPORTER
Unhappy with the service and cost of contracted bus service last school year, Marine Area Community School representatives are hoping to purchase a fleet of buses for River Grove Elementary. The school board has approved the purchase and approval to keep the buses on site in Wilder Forest is now before the Town of May Board of Supervisors. River Grove Administrator Drew Goodson, MACS board member Dan Miller and trans-
rie of the East Metro,” said Elissa Cottle, member of the theater's Board of Trustees. Meanwhile, to accommodate for bigger-scale productions such SEE THEATRE, PAGE 2
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public hearing for the Aug. 30 plan commission meeting. Following that meeting, the board plans to reconvene to pass or decline the school’s proposal.
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Zephyr Theatre to open ‘Twelfth Night’ on St. Croix River BY JANICE COLLOVA PRESS PUBLICATIONS INTERN
The Zephyr Theatre in Stillwater is preparing for an outdoor performance of “Twelfth Night” Aug. 9-14 nightly at 7:30 p.m. This production of one of Shakespeare’s most well-known comedies will perform at the Bayport Marina on 200 Fifth Ave. S. in Bayport, along the shoreline of the St. Croix River. The cast features professional actors who have performed at theaters such as The Guthrie, The Ordway, Children’s Theater Company and Park Square Theatre. The play is being performed during a milestone summer. The Zephyr Theatre recently purchased the former Zephyr Depot building near downtown Stillwater for $2.5 million after an intensive year-and-a-half long capital campaign. Now the theater is raising $4 million to renovate the building and add a 330-seat
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A scene from Zephyr Theatre's 2017 outdoor production, "A Midsummer Night's Dream." This year's show will be "Twelfth Night," performed at the Bayport Marina Aug. 9-14.
full-scale auditorium by early 2020. Among renovations include a lobby, a bakery and space for theater classes. The effort is to create a performing arts center of professional caliber. “We can be known as the Guth-
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In June, the City of Scandia was recognized by the League of Minnesota Cities for achieving Step Two of the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program. So should the city move on to Step Three? City councilman Bob Hegland didn’t think so. “It brings us no benefit,” Hegland said at last Wednesday’s city council meeting. “I would bet you there is only a small number of people who would even know what it means.” In a report to the Scandia City Council last week, City Administrator Neil Soltis said that to meet the requirements of Step Three, the city needs to undertake an emergency preparedness program; implement or sponsor a sustainability education/outreach program; and revamp the city’s purchasing policy to favor buying only Energy Star compliant appliances and fixtures, and paper products made from at least 30 percent post-consumer recycled materials. With Fire Chief Mike Hinz already implementing his BOLD Emergency Management training, and members of the Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails already doing some educational programming, the first two requirements seem simple enough for the city to meet. That last requirement, though, and its potential costs, drew Hegland’s ire. Hegland questioned whether the city was really getting anything out of the GreenStep program or whether it was just “feel good stuff that isn’t really beneficial.” “I will prophetically tell you that this will cost more and more with time,” Hegland said. Soltis estimated that the city’s supplies of copy paper and other paper products could cost an additional $3,000 to $4,000 annually if such a policy were strictly met. Mayor Christine Maefsky noted, though, that the GreenStep program guideline is for the city to have a purchasing policy, not that it must follow it strictly without regard to cost. Maefsky cited nearby Marine on St. Croix’s policy guidance, which requires that city to purchase sustainable products “when such products are available and financially feasible.” Marine is already a Step Three community. “At this point, the only cost (to the city) is my hour and a half,” Soltis said. Councilman Jim Schneider said he shared some of Hegland’s concerns about future costs, but ultimately backed moving forward. “I’m with Bob on this one,” Schneider said. “I don’t think we’re going to get the benefit out of
After sub-par service from a contracted bus service last year, the board governing Marine Area Community School hopes to buy its own fleet of buses.
portation coordinator Glen Mills attended the town board’s monthly meeting August 2 to discuss the proposal. After discussing the matter, the board set a
For the 2017-2018 school year, MACS contracted Minnesota Central Bus to coordinate transportation for River Grove students. “Due to exorbitant costs, sub-par service and to prevent any errors driving buses on non-approved routes,” the Marine Area Community School Board of Directors developed a committee to buy and operate buses, the representatives reported to the board. The MACS board voted July 25 to approve
Council backs Step Three
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BUS FLEET: River Grove Elementary
COUNCIL: GreenStep cities program reviewed FROM PAGE 1
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Students and townspeople celebrated the ďŹ rst day of school at River Grove last August. After sub-par service from a contracted bus service last year, the board governing Marine Area Community School hopes to buy its own buses. FROM PAGE 1
the purchase of four new school buses. A purchase agreement for the 2019 Thomas Built Bus Saf-T-Liners C2 busses with a maximum capacity of 77 passengers has been signed. The plan is to have the busses labeled with River Grove signage and numbers to include 101, 102, 103, and 104.
Storage, parking and maintenance Transportation for River Grove students currently operates under a conditional use permit (CUP), which limits hours of operation, storage and parking of the buses. The proposal requests that the hours of operation be changed to 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. This will allow for bus personnel to be on campus before and potentially after these times. Each morning, bus drivers are required to perform and complete a mandatory pre-trip safety protocol that takes approximately 30 minutes. Furthermore, maintenance may require the buses to be driven to and/or from overnight mechanics, which would occur after 10 p.m. In addition, MACS Board of Directors are requesting
that the school be allowed to store a limited number of buses on site. There are four main buses with potential for a fifth bus to be used as a back-up, replacement or addition. According to Town Planner Nate Sparks, amending the permit requires a process such as presenting the proposal to the planning commission, followed by a Town of May Board of Supervisor’s meeting, and notices to the public. As the start of a new school year approaches, timing is of utmost importance. Board Chair Bill Voedisch and other members had an active discussion about how to navigate the public hearing process to meet the needs and requests of MACS proposal. Part of that conversation included other potential sites that could be used to park buses, while the correct steps are being taken to amend the permit.
Other Business • The board discussed stabilization and erosion control at a property on 150th Street, and plans for road maintenance and engineering throughout the township.
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this over time.â€? Maefsky disagreed. “I think this is something people will look for when they move out here,â€? Maefsky said. “I think I have enough respect for our people to know that they do care. ‌ It is important to let people know that the city has a commitment to sustainability and the environment.â€? The council voted 3-1 in favor of moving toward Step Three, with Hegland against. The city entered into the voluntary GreenStep Cities program in May 2014. The program is designed to help Minnesota communities achieve energy use reductions, economic savings, and quality of life improvements, according to the GreenStep website.
Scandia’s neighbor to the south, May Township, has sent a $1,232 bill for dust control on a supposedly shared road. But, according to the city council’s discussion, part of that bill isn’t likely to be paid. Soltis reported that the township had billed Scandia for half the cost of the calcium chloride application along 180th Street North east of Manning Trail, which serves exclusively as a driveway for the Veterans Campground on Big Marine Lake. Soltis said the township has never sent a bill for that portion of road in the past, but did so this year. It is unclear from aerial images whether the road is exactly on the city/township border or whether it is farther south, which would
Other business: • The council agreed to interview Kirsten Libby for potential appointment to a seat on the city’s Economic Development Authority. The council also voted to recommend Jen Oknich to be appointed to the Comfort Lake Forest Lake Watershed District Board. • At the recommendation of City Engineer Ryan Goodman, the city recommended the adoption of a new road striping policy, which would add about 110,000 linear feet of city streets that will be striped with a double yellow center line. The next Scandia City Council meeting will be
Part of Lift Bridge removed for repairs Work continues on the Stillwater Lift Bridge to transform it to a pedestrian and bicycle facility that will be a part of the Minnesota and Wisconsin Loop Trail. With the removal of Stillwater Lift Bridge span #6 (east of the lift span) shortly before 11 a.m. Thurs., July 27, St. Croix River traffic is able to move unimpeded up and down the St. Croix River through the rest of the boating season. Span #6, located two spans east of the lift section, was removed to allow for work on the lift span. The repairs and repainting will require keeping the lift span closed and not allow for regularly scheduled lifts. The span will remain anchored just east of the newly created channel through the bridge until mid-November. While the span is removed, the channel through the bridge and the construction area around the lift bridge is a slow, no-wake zone. And all boat traffic is now required to use the new
opening only. Once the span is moved back in to place later this fall, the lift bridge will revert to the schedule for lifts outside of the regular lifting season, i.e., from Oct. 15 to May 15. During that time, the bridge will be raised upon 24-hour notice. Requests can be made by dialing 651-234-7110. More about this project This conversion project is part of the St. Croix Crossing Project. The converted lift bridge will also become part of a 5-mile “loop trail� system connecting the new river crossing bridge up with the historic bridge and other local trails. It will reopen for pedestrian and bicycle traffic only and lift for boats in June of 2019. Visit the project website for more information, including the 2018 Lift Bridge lift schedule, at: www.mndot.gov/metro/projects/liftbridge/.
THEATRE: ‘Twelfth Night’ on St. Croix River FROM PAGE 1
as “Twelfth Night,� Zephyr Theatre will still use other spaces to perform certain productions, as it has since 2016 when it began its capital campaign to purchase
the depot building. While “Twelfth Night� is running, interested patrons can also enjoy live performances at the Zephyr Theatre building itself. Starting August 7, the theater will begin its six-night lineup
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of live performances. The weekly lineup will feature dancing, live comedy, film events, open mic, live music, live theater and occasional literary readings and storytelling. The complete calendar can be found at www.stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org/ calendar. For “Twelfth Night,� patrons can follow signage to the makeshift seating space, which can be found at the back of the Marina’s on-site restaurant Mallard’s. Chairs will be provided but guests are welcome to bring their own blankets. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org. In the case of rain, patrons can check the theater's website for updates.
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AUGUST 8 Scandia Farmers Market This week’s market will feature harp music by Sophia Nienaber. The market runs from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Gammelgarden Museum (20880 Olinda Trail).
AUGUST 9 Marine Library Story Time Guest host Jeanne Kingston will bring her miniature horses. Learn about this particular breed and how they are used. Free, all-ages, 10 to 11 a.m. at the Marine Gazebo (rain location: Marine Village Hall).
AUGUST 11 Perseid Meteor Shower Party William O’Brien State Park (Marine on St. Croix) Sat., Aug 11, 7 to 10:30 p.m. Join us for an “out of this world” astronomical evening! Come to the Visitor Center for one or all of these events: 7 – 8 p.m. Perseus stories around the campfire with storyteller Dwight Wilcox. • 8 - 8:30 p.m. Toast marshmallows over the fire. • 8:30 – 9 p.m. “Universe in the Park” presentation with the University of Minnesota. • 9 - 10:30 p.m. Discover the universe through telescopes and watch the Perseid meteor shower unfold before your eyes (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair if you’d like. Some picnic table seating will also be available. This program is free, but an annual or daily Minnesota state park pass is required on all vehicles entering the park.
AUGUST 12 Birding for Beginners! William O’Brien State Park (Marine on St. Croix) Sun., Aug 12, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Birds are everywhere, but they’re often so fast and sneaky that it’s hard to tell what they are. Join the park naturalist and learn to identify com-
mon birds by sight and song. We’ll provide binoculars and bird books for you to use during our half-mile bird walk. This program is best for ages 4 to adult. This program is free, but an annual or daily Minnesota state park pass is required on all vehicles entering the park. Meet at the Lake Alice Swim Beach at 10:30 a.m.
AUGUST 13 Music at the Gazebo The Scandia Community Band will play a free band concert at the Gazebo on the Green in Marine at 1:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket and a snack and get ready to polka!
Stillwater Critical Thinking Club Topic: Are we contaminating our drinking water? The public is becoming more conscious of threats to our health from the air we breathe, the food we eat and water we drink. Water contamination events such as the “Flint crisis” are making us more aware of chemicals in drinking water that can’t be seen, smelled or tasted. The media has become more focused on studies identifying tiny concentrations of the almost uncountable variety of contaminants ending up in our water supplies from households, commercial establishments, industrial and agricultural activities. These are primarily organic chemicals known as PPCPs (pharmaceutical and personal care products) and are mostly the result of normal human activity. Another cause for concern is the rapid accumulation of particles in our water supplies. Most of these are from plastics, and since they don’t biodegrade in the environments, with the exception of incineration, virtually every
Chief Nursing Officer A 35-bed rural hospital in central Minnesota offers a career opportunity in an excellent quality of life community. Under the direction of the CEO, the CNO is responsible for the management of Nursing Services, and is responsible for the direction and supervision of all Nursing Service functions and activities. The CNO is ultimately responsible for the quality of patient care and ensures that sufficient and properly trained personnel carry out the functions of the departments. Must be able to demonstrate effectiveness in decision making, leadership, team building, and communications. He/she is knowledgeable of social, economic, and legal issues affecting the health care system; and seeks out opportunities for keeping nursing staff current in health care practices. He/she develops and directs the implementation of, and ensures compliance with standards of nursing practice which promote optimum health care delivery. Minimum requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with current licensure as a registered nurse in the state of MN and Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Master’s degree preferred. At least five years of diversified hospital clinical experience and at least five years in an applicable nursing management role; e.g. nurse manager, clinical coordinator or assistant CNO. Competitive salary and full benefit package. Send resume and salary history in confidence to Cindi Twardy, HR, ctwardy@meekermemorial.org. EOE
molecule of plastic ever made is still around. This lecture identifies these waterborne contaminants, addresses their sources, and offers strategies to slow the alarming growth rate and even provide some protection of our drinking water in the home. 7:00 PM. All are welcome! Family Means Bldg 1876 Northwestern Avenue, Stillwater.
AUGUST 18 Spelmansstamma The Immigrant Fiddle Fest’s 28th year! Free; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Gammelgården Museum. FFI: gammelgardenmuseum. org/events.
Geocaching 101: A High-Tech Treasure Hunt William O’Brien State Park (Marine on St. Croix) Sat., Aug 18, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Discover the fascinating challenge of geocaching and how you can use it to explore Minnesota State Parks’ hidden treasures. You will learn how to use a GPS unit and search the park to find some specially placed caches. A limited number of GPS units will be provided. This program is free, but an annual or daily Minnesota state park pass is required on all vehicles entering the park. Meet in the Visitor Center at 10:30 a.m.
Bluebird Trails William O’Brien State Park (Marine on St. Croix) Sat., Aug 18, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Have you ever wondered what’s happening inside a bluebird house? Join the naturalist for a glimpse into the life of these much-adored birds. This program is great for adults and kids, but be prepared to walk a mile with a small amount of elevation gain. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited number will be available to check out. This program is free, but an annual or daily Minnesota state park pass is
required on all vehicles entering the park. Meet in the visitor center at 3:30 p.m.
The Great Photography Scavenger Hunt! William O’Brien State Park (Marine on St. Croix) Sat., Aug 18, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Get ready for the scavenger hunt where you have to prove what you found … with pictures! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find and photograph as much of our nature checklist as possible. Prizes will be awarded for creativity and results. You can use your own camera (or phone) or borrow one of ours. This activity is great for adults and kids. Start your scavenger hunt near the large picnic shelter in the picnic grounds between 6 and 7:30 p.m. This program is free, but an annual or daily Minnesota state park pass is required on all vehicles entering the park.
AUGUST 21 Learn about the Nyckelharpa Vennelag Lodge 1-546, of Sons of Norway, will meet on Tuesday, August 21 at the Lindstrom Community Center (13292 Sylvan Avenue). The Board of Directors will meet at 6:30 and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. After the business meeting, a program will feature the Swedish folk instrument, the nyckelharpa, beginning about 7:30 p.m.
AUGUST 22 Do good at the market The Scandia Farmers Market hosts the One Stop Donation Drop. From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., bring non-perishable food, adult-size jeans (washed), egg cartons, canning jars, eye glasses, hearing aids and wire hangers, new or very gently used children’s books, costume jewelry, items for Northwoods Humane Society (for spe-
Are you caring for a person with memory loss? Would you like more help? The University of Minnesota is examining the effects of remote health monitoring for people with memory loss and their family members. Learn more about participating in this free study by contacting Professor Joe Gaugler at 612.626.2485 or gaug0015@umn.edu.
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cific items, visit https:// www.sophianienaber. com/service-projects). Also at the market: fresh produce and handmade items. Gammelgården Museum (20880 Olinda Trail).
ONGOING Stillwater support group for families NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness) sponsors free support groups for families who have a relative with a mental illness. The group meets on the first and third Mondays of each month, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Stillwater Library, 224 Third St. N., in Margaret Rivers Room A. Use the Third Street entrance and free parking ramp. FFI: Call Marie or Bob at 651-770-1436.
Alcoholics Anonymous AA Big Book Study: Mondays, 7 p.m., at Elim Lutheran Church, Scandia, in Room LL2 (lower level 2). Enter through the preschool door.
Tri-County Seniors (50+) DFL Luncheon Meeting (Eastern Anoka, Southern Chisago, & Northern Washington County’s) 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Vannelli’s By The Lake Restaurant Broadway & 55 - So. Lake Street. Forest Lake, MN 55025 For more information email: ckgenz@msn. com or call 763-227-7536.
Camera Club The St. Croix Valley Camera Club meets the third Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Chicago County Government Center in Center City. The group will not meet July 2018. Meetings typically include a presentation by a professional or award-winning photographer, followed by more casual time for discussion. Photographers of all interests and abilities are welcome.
Swedish Language Class The fall session will be held September 10 through November 12 at Gammelgården Museum. Three levels ($60). For more information or to register, contact Signe at (651) 429-1012 or email pfluegel@att.net.
Annie’s Coffee Party Three course coffee party. Reservations are required and close the Wednesday of the week of the event ($15/person). Please call 651-433-5054 to inquire about available space. FFI: gammelgardenmuseum.org/events. Thursday, May 10, 10 a.m. (new date) • Thursday, May 17, 10a.m. (new date) • Saturday, September 8, 10 a.m. • Saturday, October 13, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. • Saturday, November 10, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. • Saturday, December 1, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. • Saturday, December 8, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Bluegrass and Lemonade in the Shade A lazy Sunday afternoon of pickin’, plunkin’ and harmonizin’. June through September on the fourth Sunday of the month (June 24, July 22, August 26, September 23), 1 to 4 p.m. Free lemonade in the shaded back yard of the Gammelgården. Bring an instrument or just enjoy listening! In case of rain, meet inside the Välkommen Hus. (Guided tours of the five historic buildings are offered at 1 and 2:30 for $7. Purchase tickets in the Butik gift shop.)
Scandia Community Band concerts The Scandia Community Band will continue it’s traditional free band concerts the second Monday of each month this summer: May 14, June 11, July 9 and August 13. All concerts are held at the Gazebo on the Green in Marine at 1:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket and get ready to Polka!
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he summer seems to be slipping away. We are losing about three minutes of daylight a day now as the planet continues its tilt, guiding us away from the sun. The sun rises later, sets earlier. I heard the cicadas singing weeks ago, and have noticed some leaves on trees and some sumacs beginning to change, more signs that the times are changing. But the weather of last week was so very pleasant, perfect for spending some time in the back yard, grilling something for supper and simply enjoying being outdoors. One of the things I have noticed this summer is a couple of bees that are spending time buzzing Publisher around our flowers in the yard. The bees are a welcome sight Tom Stangl and having what appears to be the same two or three spending time is somehow comforting to me. Bees have been in trouble for decades. Their numbers are in flux and there are many theories about what is happening to them. It could be parasites, it could be pesticides, it could be a lack of plants and flowers for them to feed upon. Climate change? Perhaps. I don’t know what is happening to them – I will leave that to minds greater than mine. I do know that there are several things that common folk like you and I can do to help. Plant bee friendly plants. In spring – lilacs, penstemon, lavender, sage, verbena, and wisteria. In summer – mint, cosmos, squash, tomatoes, pumpkins, sunflowers, oregano, rosemary, poppies, black-eyed Susan, passion flower vine and honeysuckle. In fall – fuschia, mint, bush sunflower, sage, verbena, and toadflax. This isn’t a magic list, but if you can plant a variety of colorful flowers and be patient, you may have some bees. Limit or curtail the use of pesticides. There are other ways to kill plants you don’t want in your lawn or garden. They may involve more work, but in the end it’s more healthy for everyone. A tip that I found online while doing research for this column surprised me initially, but after thinking about it made perfect sense — have a source of fresh water. A bird bath with some rocks in it for bees to crawl upon is suggested. Another way that everyone can help is to find and purchase local produce and honey. Local farmers who raise food depend on patronage, the same is true of beekeepers. These locally produced foods may be a bit more expensive, but look at the price difference as an investment in the community and your health. Understand that some farmers may not have gone through the rigorous and expensive process to be certified as organic, but may be doing many things right for the environment and for bees. They deserve your patronage. We all need to do what we can – and we can do a lot – to help the bees. Without them and their work, it is estimated that human life would be threatened within as few as four years. We need their help to live, they need ours. It only makes sense that we should do all we can. I’m happy to see a couple bees in my back yard and will do what I can to have more in the coming years. In the meantime, I plan on enjoying the back yard as much as I can. As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress. com, telephone 715-268-8101 or write me at P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001. Thanks for reading; I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.
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Saying goodbye Goodbyes are often difficult. Saying goodbye to a parent for the rest of your life is especially so. That’s a long way, I suppose, of saying that my dad died last week. His death was not a complete surprise, and I was fortunate to have the chance to express my love while he was still alert and could return the sentiment. Although nothing can prepare a person for the moment their parent’s spirit leaves the earth, that helped. Days later, I held his hand Editor as he took his last breaths. The moment was Suzanne Lindgren tearful, but there was something beautiful and sacred about being there with him, surrounded by loved ones. I was very grateful for the opportunity. In some part of my mind, my dad will always be the strapping man who tossed his kids in the air tirelessly, whose hand we held by wrapping our whole hand around one of his fingers, whose appetite and shoes were things to marvel over. A couple weeks ago, the day we “kids” met with nurses to talk about putting him in hospice, I asked Dad how he was feeling. “Pretty good,” he said. “Considering.” I took that to mean he was not feeling well, and perhaps even sensed death was near. At he same time, I was impressed by his optimistic spirit. I’m
pretty sure I would have taken the opportunity to complain. And drop a few hints about morphine. My dad lived much longer than he might have, thanks to a dog that saved him as a boy. A bull had pushed him over on the lakeshore at the Lindgren dairy farm, pinned him down and was nudging him into the lake. The way my dad told it, the bull was bent on drowning him. But the dog distracted the beast, barking and biting its tail and legs long enough for the boy who would become my dad to escape. His went on travel the country and world with the Marine Corps, then as a working man. Although he eventually returned to the Scandia-Marine area, he never lost his sense of adventure. He taught my younger sister and me to tap trees for syrup, how to weed and harvest at the (no-longer-existing) May Farm CSA. He brought us to the St. Croix River time and again, searching for sandbars, beaches and rope swings. Grilling fish, observing wildlife and watching the sun set. To this day, the river is my favorite place to swim. The skills and sensibilities he fostered in us are gifts I’ll carry with me for life. And with them, fond memories of the man who taught me that there’s plenty of adventure waiting to be discovered right in here in the St. Croix Valley.
The skills he fostered in us are gifts I’ll carry with me for life. And with them, fond memories of the man who taught me that there’s plenty of adventure waiting to be discovered right in here in the St. Croix Valley.
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’ve never been a huge fan of heavy desserts in the summer. Even as a little girl, I’d pass on cakes and anything warm like pie. My idea of a perfect summer dessert is a bowl of freshly picked raspberries. And, I don’t like to share! Try telling that to four teenage boys. Summer berries are the epitome of summer desserts. The flavor of raspberries is refreshing, and they don’t feel like a lead weight in my stomach—especially after a BBQ or grilled dinner. I love this dessert because of the way the raspberries overpower it—in a Wild Chow good way. Last week, we had some friends Lisa Erickson over for dinner. It was a lovely night. We started with a cheese board of five different Wisconsin cheeses and tomato bruschetta for appetizers with wine. Dinner was grilled pizza. We were stuffed. I was so full, I forgot about the desert. My boys were happy— they had dessert for breakfast. This dessert is so tasty and refreshing, I actually look forward to it—I won’t forget this dessert!
Summer Berry Bread Pudding Serves 8-10
2 pints strawberries, sliced 2 cups raspberries, divided 1 pint blueberries 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup red currant jam 5-6 day-old croissants or cream cheese/almond croissants for added flavor (about 1-1/2 pounds), sliced into 1/2-inch pieces Amaretto whipped cream, see recipe below
In a large saucepan, over medium-low heat, combine strawberries, sugar, and 1/4 cup of water; cook for 5 minutes. Add 1 cup of raspberries and return to simmer and remove from heat. Stir in currant jelly and set aside. Reserve 1/2 cup of the remaining raspberries to garnish the pudding when it’s finished. In an 8-inch round glass or porcelain soufflé dish with sides that are at least 3 inches high, arrange the croissants slices in a patterned layer. Pour about 1/2 cup of berry mixture over the croissants. Sprinkle with blueberries and raspberries. Continue layering the croissants, remaining berries, and berry mixture, using all the croissants and the berry mixture. Cover the pudding with plastic wrap loosely and directly on top of the pudding, and up the sides of the dish. In the middle, put a small plate that fits inside the dish. Place a heavy can or two onto the plate to weight down the pudding, to help the croissants absorb the berry liquid. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours. Remove the cans and the plate. Just before serving, run a knife around the outside of the pudding to release it from the dish. Invert on a serving plate and carefully remove dish. Top with amaretto whipped cream and reserved raspberries.
Amaretto Whipped Cream 1 cup cold heavy cream 2 tbsp. powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 tbsp. Amaretto In a cold metal mixing bowl, whip the cream with a hand mixer on low until mixture begins to thicken. Add sugar, vanilla, and amaretto, and continue mixing until stiff peaks form. Serve immediately. Lisa Erickson is a food columnist who loves adventure and food. You can find more recipes at www.wild-chow.com or email her at wildchowrecipes@gmail.com.
Something’s up Raymond Cooper just isn’t himself lately
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till just one week into his new career as newspaper publisher, Raymond Cooper was already feeling the weight of responsibility pressing on his shoulders. In the two months since his defeat in the mayoral runoff election, it was obvious some things had changed. Taken individually, they probably wouldn’t arouse suspicion, Columnist but together they provided overKevin Slimp whelming evidence something was up with Raymond. Pastor Jacob was probably the fi rst to notice Raymond’s absence from the 8:30 a.m. contemporary service at Lennox Valley Lutheran Church. With an average attendance of 12, it was obvious when someone was missing. Near the beginning of his mayoral campaign, Raymond joined the church with the fervor of a new convert at the Jordan River. No one in attendance that day will ever forget his sprint to the front of the fellowship hall, home of the early morning service. Recalling his only previous religious experience as a 5-year-old attending Pentecostal services with his grandmother, Cooper flung himself to the floor, overcome with a spiritual awaking not seen since John Wesley felt strangely warmed at Aldersgate. Since the election, however, Raymond hadn’t been seen at the contemporary service or any other event at the Lutheran church. Following such a dramatic conversion, it seemed strange for him
to drop out of sight. Listeners also noticed the absence of the daily prayers Raymond so skillfully offered on his show. Of course, they had no idea he was taking the prayers, word for word, from his copy of “Book of Famous Prayers.” Heather Brooks, administrative assistant for the Federal Reserve’s offices in Washington, noticed a significant decrease in the number of letters arriving from the good folks of Lennox Valley. The mail room at 20th Street and Constitution Avenue was a bit less hectic than it had been just a few months earlier. For two years, up to the election, Raymond spent hours each day bemoaning the state of the Federal Reserve, and his listeners responded by sending dozens of hand-written letters each day to their offices in Washington. Since the election, it seems as if Raymond and his listeners had forgotten all about the evils of the Federal Reserve. After a six-week absence his fans were just thrilled to have their “champion of the airwaves” back. Most didn’t notice or care about changes in Raymond’s demeanor since the tragic events of late August. When one did notice, as happened one Wednesday in mid-October when Helen Ashenfelter called the show asking Cooper where he had been on Sundays, Raymond proved adept at navigating the precarious situation. “Thank you for your concern, Helen,” he answered. Turning to Marvin Walsh, seated next to him in the broadcast booth, he said, “Marvin and I have had much conversation concerning the changes which come with
public service.” “That’s right,” echoed Marvin, “We sure have.” “You may have read in a newspaper or seen on the TV news presidents and other officials sometimes are forced to stay away from public worship services and other events to keep the Lord’s House from turning into a media circus. “As much as I’d love to be in my house of worship on Sunday mornings,” he continued, “I’ve chosen to keep my worship private, for the sake of the people.” Raymond’s last call of the day came from Beatrice Justice. You may remember Beatrice had a peculiar custom of speaking only in Bible verses. No one living in the Valley at the time will ever forget the incident when Cooper made a snide remark concerning Beatrice’s habit. The following week, a letter to the editor, penned by Ms. Justice, was limited to the words, “Numbers 22, Verse 29.” By the time Raymond learned who was on the phone, it was too late for him to do anything to stop it. “Yes, Ms. Justice,” Marvin spoke into the microphone, “What’s on your mind?” The timid voice on the line responded, “Proverbs 19, Verse 1.” Raymond couldn’t even imagine what Beatrice was talking about, but as he ended his show, more than 300 good folks in the Valley had opened their Bibles. Get your copy of “The Good Folks of Lennox Valley: The Book” at Amazon.com, MarketSquareBooks.com, and LennoxValley.com.
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ime is running out to make that last camping trip before school begins. If you’re like our family and have been tied up with sports, work and bad weather making it impossible to find the time to pitch a tent, sit around a campfire and sleep under a canopy of trees, I have a suggestion that could help make those dreams come true. Cool nights and lack of bugs make late summer camping much more fun. But where can you go on short notice with the popular campgrounds already full? Simply go online and check out what I found. My son Josh suggested that we pack up kids and dogs and head out on a three day weekend before summer ends. A new father of an 8 month old girl, Josh and his wife Megan had Lake Superior this Wild River circumnavigated summer in their Vistabule teardrop camper with my granddaughter Trails Mari. Later they enjoyed Brunet Island, a state campground with on Jim Bennett water campsites. When we attempted to get reservations, all the sites were booked, as were most of the other campgrounds with amenities like showers and on the water campsites. Then I remembered that county parks might fill our bill. I simply Googled “camping Wisconsin county parks” and up popped several options. My choice was “Wisconsin counties websites – WI DNR”. Clicking on that option brought up the site that lists every county in the state. I put my mouse to work to click on the closest counties, then working out to the farthest dis-
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tance I wanted to drive. I was amazed at what I found. Take Iron County, for example, that listed options I wanted including camping and waterfalls. Some of those sites showed single, remote campsites on the waterfalls while other county sites listed the few county parks and their amenities. I checked out other counties within easy driving distance and found individual county park websites that further broke down options to see exactly what they offered. Once I picked a campground, I was able to click on each campsite and see a photo of the site and which ones were on the water and see docks that we could use for our boat or kayaks. After making my choice I reserved and paid for the site online. We actually chose two sites side by side with one having more open space for Josh and Megan’s little teardrop camper and the neighboring site being more shaded, perfect for two tents with space for a screened tent, that also had a campfire ring for campfires and s’mores. TALK ABOUT EASY! Jim Bennett is an outdoorsman who lives and worked in the St. Croix River Valley and can be reached at jamesbennett24@gmail.com
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80th birthday train ride Dick Boulet and all his friends from Marine on St. Croix rode the MTM train in Osceola, Wis. last Thursday in celebration of his 80th birthday. The event was hosted by Andy and Kim Creager, Kim and Dana Pabst, and Sue and Mark Altmann.
Rural farmers markets harvest demand for healthy food BY CODY SMITH CENTER FOR RURAL AFFAIRS
Large, hand-painted signs lean against a tent, the buzz of friendly conversation cuts through the humid air, and the smell of fresh produce drifts in the breeze – you’ve found yourself at a farmers market. Farmers markets are common in urban and rural communities around the nation. In urban areas, they provide an authentic, natural alternative for consumers to connect with those
who produce their food. In rural areas, farmers markets provide these same opportunities among many others – they serve as a stimulant for local businesses and farmers, an attraction for strangers and locals alike, and, perhaps most importantly, they offer direct, secure access to nutritious food for rural Americans. Food security – defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as having access to enough food to maintain an active, healthy lifestyle – is an
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ever-present challenge in rural communities. According to Feeding America, 12.9 percent of Americans were food insecure in 2016 and three-fourths of counties with the highest rates of food insecurity were in rural areas. There are programs designed to help alleviate food insecurity, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). However, research suggests that rural participation in SNAP is significantly lower for eligible recipients in rural areas than in urban ones. Policies that support SNAP ac-
ceptance at more farmers markets are a proven way to make progress. As we celebrate National Farmers Market Week from Aug. 5 to 11, we praise these events that serve a key role in feeding rural communities nationwide. Established in 1973, the Center for Rural Affairs is a private, non-profit organization working to strengthen small businesses, family farms and ranches, and rural communities through action oriented programs addressing social, economic, and environmental issues.
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ostracized him, you can feel the pain that this super-tall kid endured at the hands of bullies. Make no mistake, throughout all this narrative, you know Donald Trump is on Comey’s mind. He writes that getting wedgies, body shaming and getting shoved into lockers prepared him for dealing with Trump’s demand he take a pledge of loyalty. “Bullies threaten the weak to feed some insecurity that rages inside them…which is why bullies are so powerful. It’s much easier to be a follower, go with the crowd, blend in.” He admits to his own shame over how he personally bullied a college classmate, egged on by following the lead of other bullies. Comey has been married to Patrice since 1987. Although he now has five children, one of his most poignant stories is of losing a child in infancy due to a now-preventable infection that can be carried by the mother, but fatal to the newborn. His love and devotion to his wife is palpable, and she is a major stakeholder in helping him maintain his moral compass. When he was investigating questionable methods of torture during the Bush administration, she continued to admonish him: Don’t be the torture guy. That’s not who you are. Comey has many female heroes in his life in
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Integrity. It’s a small word with a huge meaning: the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. I have considered the importance of integrity quite a bit recently, partially inspired by an essay in National Public Radio’s series, “This I Believe.” The lesson is this: when you consider all the important values in your life, integrity is the foundation. All others are built on this solid framework. Perhaps this is why I chose to pick up Jim Comey’s much publicized book, “A Higher Loyalty,” on display at my local library in an audio CD edition. As I came to the start of the last CD (number 9), I was surprised that he didn’t really start talking about Donald Trump until late in the book Instead, he offered a sometimes quite self-deprecatory portrait of himself as a young boy, adolescent and young man. At the age of 15, Comey and his younger brother were held at gunpoint by a home invader who turned out to be the Ramsey serial rapist. His tale of extricating himself from this crisis is riveting. When his family moved from a community where he was a well-liked kid in his neighborhood to a place where his new classmates ridiculed and
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Learn about the Nyckelharpa Vennelag Lodge 1-546, of Sons of Norway, will meet on Tuesday, August 21 at the Lindstrom Community Center (13292 Sylvan Avenue). The Board of Directors will meet at 6:30 and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m. After the business meeting, the program about a Swedish folk instrument, the nyckelharpa, will begin around 7:30 p.m.
Nyckelharpa With strings, 37 keys,
and a short bow, the nyckelharpa is a traditional Swedish folk instrument now played around the world. Learn about this fascinating keyed instrument through music and stories performed by nyckelharpa player, Cheryl Paschke, and mandolin/guitar player, Joe Alfano. Cheryl and Joe play melodies rooted in experiences of daily living and special occasions, drawn from a four-hun-
dred-year tradition in Sweden that continues to this day. Cheryl and Joe have been playing music together for over twenty years. Both are also members of the folk quartet, Tjärnblom, and the folk orchestra, Twin Cities Nyckelharpalag. You don’t have to be a Vennelag member to attend the meetings. Join in Tuesday, August 21, at the Lindstrom Community Center.
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addition to his wife, including his first boss in his role as U.S. Attorney in New York. He is devoted to his children. When it came time to copy edit his book, he brought the entire family in and had each one copy edit a section of the book. Comey’s loyalty to the justice system, and in particular the FBI and its strict protocols, is a running thread throughout the book. His disgust regarding Trump is tempered with wellhoned writing skills and a welcome sprinkling of humor. His story of Trump attempting to pull him into an embrace in a public setting is excruciating. Seeing this on television, his wife said he was wearing his “Oh shit face.” He admits to his weaknesses, including his attempts to keep his own ego in check. His stories about prosecuting Martha Stewart, working for Presidents Bush and Obama, time spent in New York with Rudy Giuliani and prosecuting The Mafia, and his “no-win” investigation of the Clinton emails (“the
FBI and I are screwed either way”) are all fascinating studies of this man’s rich history of public service. Comey has taken a lot of heat for his writing of this book. He is criticized from both sides, including mockery of his holier-than-thou attitude. But this tall man has learned how to stand tall and take his blows. Like Albert Einstein, Comey teaches us that a person who is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters. A good read, regardless of your political stance. And a good man. Linda Klein, who spent 23 years as Town Clerk in May Township, facilitates a support group for women with Stage IV cancer at St. John's Hospital, Maplewood. She is the author of two books: “I Can Cope: Staying Healthy With Cancer” and “The Support Group Sourcebook” (John Wiley and Sons, New York, NY). She can be reached at LLKlein65@hotmail.com. “A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership” by James Comey is published by Flatiron Books (New York, NY).
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PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF WASHINGTON DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND FOR FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Court File No. 82-PR-18-3324 ESTATE OF BARBARA LOUISE HABERMAN Decedent It is Ordered and Notice is given than on September 18, 2018, at 9 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 14949 62nd St. N., Stillwater, MN 55082, for the Petition for Formal Probate of Will and For Formal Appointment of Personal Representative of John N. Haberman, whose address is 320 Sunnyridge Lane, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: July 19, 2018 BY THE COURT Susan Miles Judge of District Court Annette Fritz Court Administrator Attorney for Petitioner Brian E. Hage Attorney Reg. No. 392221 Hage Law, PLC 3201 Hennepin Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-315-9214 brian@hagelawplc.com Published in The Country Messenger August 1 and August 8, 2018
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF WASHINGTON DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Court File No. 82-PR-18-3406 ESTATE OF BETTY JEAN BRUNOTTE aka BETTY J. BRUNOTTE Decedent It is Ordered and Notice is given than on September 25, 2018, at 9 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 14949 62nd St. N., Stillwater, MN 55082, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Decedent’s Will dated April 23, 2014, and for the appointment of Tracie Von Brunotte, whose address is 14819 Flay Avenue North, Hugo, MN 55038 as personal representative of the Decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: July 25, 2018 BY THE COURT Richard C. Ilkka Judge of District Court Annette Fritz Court Administrator Attorney for Petitioner Mark W. Biglow MN#139129 331 2nd Avenue South, STE 895 Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-238-4783 email: mark@biglowlaw.com Published in The Country Messenger August 1 and August 8, 2018
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New DWI law in effect Little Alan’s Law extends rule A new law that went into effect Aug. 1 means people convicted of driving while intoxicated – regardless of the vehicle they’re driving – will lose their driver’s license and be prohibited from operating motor vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles, motorboats and snowmobiles. The state Legislature passed the law following the death of 8-year-old Alan Geisenkoetter Jr., who died in January after being struck by a snowmobile driven by a man whose driver’s license was revoked after multiple DWI offenses. Before the law change, people convicted of DWI in a highway-licensed vehicle still could legally operate ATVs, motorboats and snowmobiles. The changes apply to violations that occur on or after Aug. 1. “We have zero tolerance for people who endanger themselves and other people by operating a motor vehicle or recreational vehicle while they’re intox-
icated,” said Col. Rodmen Smith, director of the Minnesota DNR Enforcement Division. “This new law should send the message that drinking and driving – no matter what the vehicle – isn’t acceptable and the consequences are severe.” As an example, a person convicted of DWI in a motorboat, or who refuses testing for a motorboat DWI, would have their driver’s license suspended and be prohibited from operating ATVs, motorboats and snowmobiles for one year. Additionally, firsttime DWI offenders operating off-road recreational vehicles or motorboats also will be subject to chemical use assessments, conditional release and plate impoundment – the same as a DWI in a highway licensed vehicle. The Minnesota DNR and other law enforcement agencies in the state, along with ATV and snowmobile groups, supported the law change, which passed the Legislature with bipartisan support and was signed into law in May by Gov. Mark Dayton.
Campfire programs continue with ‘Bees,’ ‘Bugs’ Aug. 18 Washington County Parks continues its summer campfire programs with Pollinate MN at Lake Elmo Park Reserve and Bruce the Bug Guy at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park Aug. 18. Pollinate MN will present “Bees” at 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Bruce the Bug Guy will present a Washington County Parks campfire program on “Bugs” at 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park. The programs are free with the park entry fee, $7 daily or $30 annually. Lake Elmo Park Reserve is at the intersection of County Road
ington.mn.us/parks for additional information on this and other programs. St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park is along the St. Croix River on County Road 21, between County Road 76 and County Road 78, in Denmark Township. The program will be in the campground amphitheater. Call 651-430-8240 or see www.co.washington. mn.us/parks for additional information on this and other programs. 19 and County Road 10 (one mile north of Interstate 94) in Lake Elmo. The program will be in the campground amphitheater. Call 651-430-8370 or see www.co.wash-
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Dean Franklin Lindgren Dean Franklin Lindgren died peacefully July 31, 2018, surrounded by family at Waverly Gardens care center in North Oaks. Dean was born Jan. 7, 1936, a twin to Diane and younger brother to Harvey and Nathalie. He was the son of Nathan and Selma Lindgren, grandson of Frank and Martha Lindgren and great-grandson of Johannes and Stina Lindgren. He was raised on the Lindgren dairy farm on Sand Lake in Scandia, milking cows by the age of four. He enjoyed playing hockey at Panola skating rink in winter and baseball in summer. Dean’s early education took place in the one-room Hay Lake schoolhouse. At Forest Lake High school, he enjoyed his studies under vocational agriculture teacher Lee Sandager. He went on to study vo-ag at the University of Minnesota and work for the U’s dairy. Dean joined the Marine Corps after graduating from college, approximately 1957. He specialized in air traffic control during his four years in active duty. He loved the Corps and stayed in the Reserves for 15 years or more.
He married Carole Ketchum July 5, 1961. They had a son, Daniel, and two daughters, Virginia and Lori. During this time, Dean taught vocational agriculture in Keister. Job offers from ag chemical companies brought the family to Mankato and eventually Glenview, Illinois. Although he and Carole divorced, they remained friends for life. Dean returned to Scandia, and married Kathleen Lundgren in 1980. They had two daughters, Suzanne and Kristina, and divorced in 1986. In 1985, Dean helped the post office in a pinch. By the late 1980s he was a full time rural mail carrier, a job he kept until retiring in 2004. Dean loved spending time on the St. Croix River and Sand Lake. A voracious reader, he knew the Latin names of many plants and insects, and was interested in local history. He enjoyed socializing in Scandia and Marine, spending time with the river community, and helping with stewardship efforts. Ever proud of his Swedish ancestry and farming heritage, Dean enjoyed gardening, fishing, maple syruping and hunting for morels. He had a special talent for finding fun and creating memorable occasions. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nathan and Selma; brother Harvey; and sister Nathalie Carlson. He is survived by his sister Diane (Dave) Chester; son Daniel; daughters Virginia (Jon) Campbell, Lori Lindgren; Suzanne (Matthew) Dammann, Kristina (Chris) Duerkop; grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were Aug. 3 at Elim Lutheran Church with interment at Elim Cemetery.
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Hwy. 97 at County Road 34 S.E. Forest Lake (651) 464-5249 Pastor: Rev. David Werner www.foresthillsumc.net 10:00 a.m. Sunday worship
25402 Itasca Avenue Forest Lake, MN 55025 651-462-3535 / lordofthelakes.org Pastor Craig Bertram Regular Worship 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Communion First and Third Sundays 9:00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Class
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Lake Elmo (651) 430-9950 5900 Lake Elmo Avenue N. (Hwy 36 & County Road 17) Pastor Jon Neitzel, Teen Pastor Greg Hamm Children’s Pastor Karen Hynes Sunday Worship and Childrens’ Church 9:30 a.m. Nursery available. Saturday Worship and Children’s Church, 6:00 p.m. Sunday Teen Service 7:00 p.m.
Osceola (715) 294-2243 Rev. Andy Anderson Saturday Mass: St. Joseph’s, 4 p.m. St. Anne’s, Somerset 5 p.m. Sunday Mass: Assumption, East Farmingon 8:30 a.m. St. Anne’s, Somerset 8 & 10 a.m. St. Joseph’s, Osceola 10:30 a.m. Call for weekday mass and reconciliation schedules.
The Baha’i Faith For information about Baha’i Faith or times and places of meetings call (651) 433-3686.
Christ Lutheran Church 150 Fifth Street, Marine (651) 433-3222, office ext. 10 Pastors Joel Martin and Hannah Bartos Sunday Worship 8:15 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. Kid’s Church during 9:45 service. Wednesday Life Night schedule: Community Supper at 5:30 p.m. Faith formation classes for all ages at 6:30 p.m.
Elim Lutheran Church Scandia (651) 433-2723 www.elimscandia.org Senior Pastor Scott Westphal Associate Pastor Meredith McGrath Sunday Worship: 8 a.m. at Gammelkyrkan (original church building located at Gammelgarden, across from Elim) 9:30 a.m. in Elim Sanctuary.
Faith Lutheran Church (ELCA) Faith Lutheran Church (ELCA) Forest Lake (651) 464-3323 886 North Shore Drive Pastor John Klawiter Sunday Worship: Traditional, 9 a.m. Contemporary Praise, 10:30 a.m.
Grace Church 722 Seminole Ave. Osceola Pastor Mark Barlow Amy Germain, Day Care Bety Greydanus, Office Manager “The Cure for the Common Church” e-mail: info@gracechurchosceola.com www.gracechurchosceola.com or call (715) 294-4222 or (715) 755-3454 Sunday: Praise and Worship Service 9 a.m. with Children’s Church Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m. Children’s Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Christian Child Day Care Monday-Friday 5:30 am – 6 p.m.
Hosanna Lutheran Church (ELCA) Living, loving and serving as Jesus did... so that all may know him. 9300 Scandia Tr. N. Forest Lake (651) 464-5502 www.hosannaforestlake.net Linda Friesen, Lead Pastor Jen Collins, Associate Pastor Sept-May Worship Schedule Sunday 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. In Great Hall (lower level) Wednesday (thru Apr) 6:00 p.m. in Garden Chapel (upper level)
Lakes Free Church www.lakesfree.org Lindstrom (651) 257-2677 29620 Olinda Trail N. Senior Pastor Jason Carlson, Associate Pastor Stephen Moore Sunday Worship 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 & 10:30 a.m.
10963 Lake Blvd. (Hwy 8) Chisago City (651) 257-8605 Pastor Bill Headley Worship service Saturday, 4:30 p.m. Sunday service 9:30 a.m.
Osceola Community Church 2492 Education Dr., Osceola, WI Larry Mederich, Pastor (715) 417-0608 • www.occconnect.org Sunday Worship 9 a.m. with provided Nursery Kids Church 9:30 a.m. Meeting in home groups throughout the week. Call for details, 715-294-4332.
Osceola Medical Center Spiritual Care 2600 65th Avenue, Osceola, WI www.myomc.org/specialtyserv_1chapel.php 715-294-5645 fax: 715-294-5712 email: alan.hagstrom@myomc.org Chapel open daily for meditation.
St. Croix Falls United Methodist Church Upper St. Croix Parish 300 N. Adams St. • (715)-483-9494 Pastor Carolyn Saunders Pastor MIke Brewbaker Sunday Service 10 a.m.
St. Croix Valley Friends Meeting Stillwater (651) 439-7981 Seventh Day Adventist Church, Fifth & Laurel Streets Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Childcare available.
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Franconia (651) 465-7345 Sunday Mass: 9:15 a.m. Father John Drees Three miles north on Hwy. 95 from Hwy. 97. West on Redwing 1/4 mile.
Trinity Lutheran Church (WELS) Osceola (715) 294-2828 300 Seminole Avenue Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Class: 10:15 a.m. Wednesday worship: 7 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church Stillwater (651) 439-7400 www.trinitylc.org • 115 North Fourth Street Pastors: Dan Poffenberger & Stephanie Vos, Saturday Evening Worship: 5 p.m. Sunday Worship: 9 a.m Traditional; 10:30 a.m. The WALK Contemporary Worship Children’s Learning, Sunday 9 a.m. and on Wednesday 6 p.m. Wednesday 7:15 p.m. “The River” Youth Worship
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Air Bears at Lions picnic meeting The speaker at the July 26 evening picnic meeting of the Scandia Marine Lions was Scott Zimmerman, President and Executive Director of Air Bears. Air Bears was founded in 2014 by Scott after realizing the useful potential of his hobby. Air Bears is the only drone emergency assistance search and rescue entity in the U.S. It is all volunteer and has members all over the world. Here in the U.S. some of the organizations Air Bears works with are police, fire departments, MN DNR and the Civil Air Patrol. They call their drones quad copters, some being as small as 5” x 5”. A typical drone which Scott demonstrated was about 15” x 15”, flies 40 - 50 mph, has a range of 3 miles, has a maximum permitted altitude of 400’, has a battery
life of 15 to 20 minutes, and costs about $3000. Air Bears uses the drones to provide a bird’s eye view helpful to emergency service providers. Another function of Air Bears is training horses and dogs used in search efforts to work with drones. The sound of a drone and the drone itself can scare animals. At this time, AB has a prepared horse training program which acclimates horses to drones. Many people have joined AB because it provides a useful purpose for their hobby. To learn more about Air Bears go to AIR BEARS.org CAROL SEEFELDT
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150 Help Wanted Full Time Entry Level or Experienced HVAC technician wanted at Aerotek, based in Center City, MN. Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate. Ability to follow direction, be a team player and do physical work required. Must be able to lift 50# and have a good driving record. Benefits include: competitive pay, medical and dental, and paid time off. Call 651-4938324 or email resume to:aerotek@aerotekhv ac.com.
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AUGUST 4 At 12:36 p.m. a complaint about a driver on St. Croix Trail and Judd Street was received.
City of Scandia
JULY 30 At 12:21 a.m. a complaint about noise on Pickett Avenue was received. At 9:51 a.m. a 911 line was open on Meadowbrook Avenue. At 5:19 p.m. a complaint about a driver on Scandia and Manning Trail was received. At 7:21 p.m. a welfare check was needed on
Oren Road. At 8 p.m. a civil matter on 196th Street was reported. At 8:50 p.m. a water violation on Big Marine Lake was reported.
JULY 31 At 6:15 p.m. lost property was reported on Big Marine Lake.
AUGUST 1 At 8:36 a.m. a complaint about an animal on Pickett Avenue was received. At 1:13 p.m. a complaint about a watercraft on Big Marine Lake was received. At 4:52 p.m. theft of watercraft was reported on
Manning Trail. August 3 At 9:54 a.m. a medical need was reported on 180th Street.
AUGUST 4 At 12:01 a.m. an electrical issue was reported on Lamar Avenue. At 12:07 a.m. follow-up was done on Layton Avenue. At 12:23 a.m. a complaint about traffic on Scandia and St. Croix Trails was received. At 12:38 a.m. a complaint about noise on Layton Avenue was received. At 5:08 p.m. a complaint about shots fired on 220th Street was received.
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AUGUST 5 At 12:49 a.m. a mental health issue was reported on 205th Street. At 1:13 p.m. public assistance was needed on 188th Street. At 1:17 p.m. and later three complaints about drivers in the 1800 block of Layton Avenue were received. At 8:15 p.m. a complaint about noise on Meadowbrook ad Scandia Trail was received. At 10:35 p.m. a motor vehicle accident without injuries on Highway 97, just east of Manning, was reported.
JULY 30 At 7:35 a.m. an accident on Olinda and 170th Street was reported. At 11 a.m. a 911 line was open on 170th Street.
JULY 31 At 1 a.m. a medical need was reported on Racine Avenue. At 5:34 p.m. a complaint about an animal came from Arcola Trail. At 7:14 p.m. a medical need was reported on 130th Street Lane.
AUGUST 1 At 10:17 a.m. family assistance was needed on 180th Street. At 2:49 p.m. a complaint about a driver on St. Croix Trail and 124th Street was received.
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At 12:14 p.m. a complaint about an animal o Parade Avenue was received. At 1:43 p.m. a complaint about a driver on Manning and 170th Street was received. At 4:47 p.m. and later, numerous complaints about parking on Square Lake Trail were received and a park violation occurred. At 7:04 p.m. an animal bite was reported on 180th Street.
AUGUST 5 At 12:54 p.m. public assistance was needed on Kirby Avenue. At 3:38 p.m. a complaint about shooting on Old Guslander Trail was received. At 3:46 p.m. a medical need on Morgan Avenue was reported. At 6:58 p.m. a complaint about a driver on 170th and May Avenue was received.
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