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Propane moves Mora buses forward BY KIRSTEN FAURIE EDITOR@MORAMINN.COM

When the Mora Public Schools Transportation Department decided to add propane-powered school buses to their fleet in 2017, some of the drivers were skeptical. “I wasn’t sold on it at first,” said school bus driver Greg Nelson. But after driving one this past year, Nelson said he has grown to favor the propane-powered bus. Liquid petroleum gas (propane) is an alternative fuel that is gaining popularity as a way to power vehicles. The district

purchased its first propane bus in September of 2017. It bought another in March 2018, then a third in September 2018. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are several benefits to propane-powered vehicles. Their website states that since the majority of propane consumed in the United States is also produced in the U.S., using propane as a vehicle fuel increases energy security. U.S. DOT also states propane vehicles can produce lower amounts of air pollutants and greenhouse gases compared to conventional diesel and gaso-

line powered vehicles. Propane powered vehicles also have a potential for lower maintenance costs and fuel savings as propane autogas typically costs less per gallon than gasoline and offers a comparable driving range. Bus driver Nelson said there were other major benefits for him as a driver. One, a propane-fueled bus will start easily during cold winters without being plugged into an electric outlet, unlike a traditional diesel engine. The second benefit is the propane bus runs much SEE FLEET, PAGE 6

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Greg Nelson and Gayle Stassen aboard the Mora Public School’s ﬁrst propane-fueled school bus. Nelson favors the bus for its easy winter starting and quiet engine.

St. Lucia brings light to dark days BY KIRSTEN FAURIE EDITOR@MORAMINN.COM

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Alan and Val Anderson have renovated two homes on East Maple Avenue, Mora, drawing the attention and admiration of passers-by.

1 house, 2 house; red house, blue house BY KIRSTEN FAURIE EDITOR@MORAMINN.COM

Val and Alan Anderson are private people who never intended to draw attention to themselves yet have found themselves the talk of the neighborhood for their bright renovations of two Mora homes. Val operates adult foster care and Alan is a retired (“emphasis on the ‘tired’”) home contractor and renovator. In his retirement, Alan needed a project. RED HOUSE In 2015, the Anderson’s purchased a home on East Maple Avenue in Mora — across

from the Mora High School football field. The home was in disrepair with major damage to the roof and interior. After extensive work, and a bright red paint job, the Andersons left their house in Milaca to make this little house their home. The transformation has so impressed passers-by, the Andersons said they’ve had many strangers stopping by the house to ask questions and compliment the work – as many as seven in one day. “Everybody has been super supportive,” said Val. Val is a relative of Gordon Hallstrom of Mora. Hallstrom is a member of the Dala Heritage and very proud of his and NEWS 320-679-2661 editor@moraminn.com

Mora’s Swedish heritage. Val said Hallstrom helped them choose colors and styles that reflected that heritage. Even though they had lived in Milaca, Val grew up in Quamba and Alan in Braham. Together, they feel a strong connection to the Mora community and felt compelled to improve it. Alan said, “Let’s put some gladness in the town. It’s contagious and it’s better for the community.” BLUE HOUSE With the red house complete, Alan moved onto his next project: A home at the intersection of East Maple Ave. and Union Street they

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purchased in May 2018. “It’s a very solid house,” Alan said. “It just needs a little work.” While the home is still being renovated, Alan made it a priority to finish the face of the building so it was visually appealing to the public. Instead of red, they chose to paint the home a royal blue in support of the local school colors and the local Swedish heritage. Plans for the home aren’t definite yet, but the Andersons have considered a variety of ideas such as keeping it as a rental property, putting in a some kind of retail or food services or perhaps a combination of both.

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The Dala Heritage Society celebrated the winter solstice on Dec. 8 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Mora with their annual Saint Lucia program. During the program, the 2018 Saint Lucia, Addison Hawkins, shared about her year of service as Lucia before crowning Emma Rossow, daugher of Sara Rossow as the 2019 Lucia. Alexis Hughes, daughter of Leah Smith, was the other candidate. The Dala Herigate Society works to honor and preserve Scandinavian heritage and cultural traditions with the Lucia and Midsommar celebrations. brations

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2019 Saint Lucia Emma Rossow.

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KANABEC COUNTY COURT REPORT The following charges were filed in Kanabec County Court on Dec. 4-7, 2018. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty. James Donald Niesen (8/27/1986) of Mora was charged Dec. 4 with two felony counts of drug possession in the fifth degree and one misdemeanor count of give peace officer false name. Todd Benjamin Wilbur (11/26/1991) of Mora was charged Dec. 6 with one felony count of drug possession in the second degree- sale of three grams or more- cocaine or meth within 90 day period and one felony count of drug possession in the second degree- possession of 10 grams or more- cocaine or meth. Hans Rolfe Borich (1/5/1980) of Columbia Heights was charged Dec. 6 with one felony count of controlled substance crime in the fifth degree- sale and one petty misdemeanor count of possession of drug paraphernalia. Stanley James Peppin (7/26/1985) of Mora was charged Dec. 7 with one misdemeanor count of theft. Sara Lynn Hale (12/26/1980) of Mora was charged Dec. 7 with one misdemeanor count of tresspass and one misdemeanor count of theft.

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BADGES , a non-proﬁt organization founded by members of the Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office, is helping coordinate an effort to distribute gifts to families in Kanabec County. All donations will help children and families in Kanabec County. The Lions Club donated $500 to Kanabec County BADGES. Pictured is Ashley Meier from the Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office representing BADGES as well as Doyle Casavant and Mike Weinand representing the Mora Lions Club.

Volunteer opportunities abound with Lakes and Pines CONTRIBUTED LAKES AND PINES CAC, INC

Communities grow stronger when residents regularly do a variety of simple things that give them chances to connect with others, build trust and get involved in doing things together. The connections built when helping others with everyday tasks makes bigger projects possible and builds individual and community spirit and resilience. Lakes and Pines Community Action Council offers a variety of opportunities for individuals and groups to connect with neighbors and their community. Volunteers can help for a couple hours or on a regular basis. Background checks are re-

quired to provide some services. Volunteers 15 and younger are welcome to volunteer if accompanied by an adult. Those younger than 18, will need the consent of a parent or legal guardian to volunteer. Volunteer opportunities include: • Vehicle Donation Program: Do you have a car that’s running, not running or needs a little work? Donate it. Are you willing to pick-up and deliver donated vehicles? Contact Lakes and Pines. • Senior Services: Adult respite, seasonal chores – indoors and outdoors, minor home repairs or delivering groceries. • Head Start: Help in a classroom, organize materials.

• Poverty Simulations: Help build awareness of what it’s like to live in poverty. • Free Tax Preparation Clinics: Don’t know much about taxes? Lakes and Pines will train you. You don’t even have to prepare taxes. Be trained to greet and screen. LAC will host an open house and orientation for tax clinic volunteers from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 18 in the lower level meeting rooms at Kanabec Courthouse. Potential tax clinic volunteers may just show up or email tinamh@ lakesandpines.org or call Tina at 679.1800 ext 170 if they have questions. • Other Opportunities: General office duties, marketing, organizing, fundraising,

recruiting volunteers and serving on advisory boards and committees. • Have a skill that isn’t listed? Let LAP know how you want to get involved. If you are interested in volunteering, provide your email, mailing address and/or phone. Email to lap@lakesandpines. org - subject line- Volunteer Inquiry or call 320.679.1800 or 1.800.832.6082 ext 115. Someone from Lakes and Pines will contact you within a few days of receiving your inquiry. Lakes and Pines is located at 1700 E. Maple Ave., Mora. A few hours of your time will make a huge difference to a neighbor, your community and yourself.

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Kanabec County businesses and school officials are invited to attend the FREE 2nd Annual Economic Development Conference on Feb. 7, 2019 from 8am-2pm at The Grand Event Center, Mora. Visit www.kanabec-eda.org for more details.

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Featured Event of the Week Reﬂections Memory Cafe Come with your loved one to share your stories and socialize with others who are concerned about memory loss in a relaxed setting. Coffee, treats, activities, conversation and companionship are offered. Family Pathways Aging Services sponsors this program from 1:30-2:30 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. This month’s meeting will take place on Dec. 27. There is no set fee to attend but donations to share the cost are welcome. Contact Angie Detert at 320-364-1115 or angied@ familypathways.org for more information.

DEC. 13 History Center Annual Meeting

The Kanabec History Center will hold their annual meeting at 11:30 a.m. at the History Center, 805 Forest Ave. W., Mora.

DEC. 14 Comedian Joey ILO

Joey ILO, 2018 Branson comedian of the year, will present a fun family night at 7 p.m. at Living Hope Church, 2297 210th Ave. Mora. Freewill offering. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

DEC. 15

In place of a white elephant gift, members are encouraged to bring gas cards to be donated to local veterans. For more information call 320-679-3083.

THIS WEEK: THUR. 12/13 Celebrate Recovery: 6 p.m. meal, True Vine Lutheran Church, Mora NAMI Connection: 6:30-8 p.m., Cambridge Medical Center, Harbor Room Lap Swim: 6-7 a.m. Ogilvie Community Pool

DEC. 18 Jolly Seniors Potluck Lunch and Christmas Sing-a-long Join the Jolly Seniors for a potluck lunch and Christmas sing-a-long at 11 a.m. at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 536 S. Union St., Mora. Members of the Emmanuel worship team will lead in singing favorite Christmas songs. Bring a dish to share. Invite your friends. Freewill offering. Questions, call Linda Goldsmith at 612-390-1651.

The Gathering: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Braham Evangelical Covenant Church

FRI. 12/14 The Refuge: Domestic Violence Mtg for Women: 12:30-2 p.m., Family Pathways Bldg, Mora Lap Swim: 6-7 a.m. Ogilvie Community Pool

DEC. 19 Stay Fit As You Age

SUN. 12/16

Join other seniors at 1 p.m. at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora, for chair exercises and a presentation on the big screen. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.

Open Swim/Gym: 1-3 p.m. Ogilvie Community Pool Pickleball: 3:30-5:30 p.m., Mora Elementary School, Court 6

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DEC. 22 Santa Visits Dandelion Floral Santa Claus will be at Dandelion Floral and Gifts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at 121 S. Union St., Mora. Bring kids and cameras. Fun for all ages. Questions, call 320-679-4216. PAT FREDRICK | SUBMITTED

DEC. 24 Paper Player’s and Coloring for Relaxation Learn how to recycle greeting cards and make two for yourself free of charge at 1 p.m. at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Coloring books and supplies also available.

Ogilvie food shelf receives donations The Ogilvie Food Shelf was presented with a $1,000 donation from the Ogilvie Lions Club on Nov. 26. In the photo, Ogilvie Lions Club President, Ken Taylor, presents the check to Ogilvie Food Shelf Board secretary, Pat Fredrick. The Ogilvie school “We Scare Hunger” drive also brought in donations for the Ogilvie Food Shelf—384.6 pounds of food and $242.21 of cash donations. Once again, the Ogilvie community has shown the support the people have for each other.

Live Nativity

Immanuel Lutheran Church presents a free live nativity from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 2088 Hwy 70, Brunswick. Live enactments begin at 4:30, 5:15 and 6 p.m. There will be live animals and actors outside and a chili/soup supper inside. Donations accepted to benefit the ministries of Immanuel.

Santa Visits Dandelion Floral

Santa Claus will be at Dandelion Floral and Gifts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at 121 S. Union St., Mora. Bring kids and cameras. Fun for all ages. Questions, call 320-679-4216.

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Christmas Community Dinner

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A free ham dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Trio Community Center, 111 East Maple Ave., Mora. All are welcome.

DEC. 26 ELEC Community Potluck Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora, will host a community potluck at 11:30 a.m. Bring a dish to share and enjoy fellowship with other seniors in the community. White Elephant bingo to follow at 12:30 p.m.

American Legion Auxiliary

The American Legion Auxiliary will meet at 5 p.m. for their annual holiday get-together and dinner at Kev’s Depot, 118 Railroad Ave. N.E., Mora.

Children’s dental services offered for individuals age 0-26 and pregnant women at Kanabec County Community Health, 905 Forest Ave. E., Mora (320679-6330). To set up a service contact with CDS call tollfree 1-866-543-6009.

Senior citizens are invited to enjoy a time of celebration and fellowship ringing in the New Year during the daylight at Open Arms Church , 406 Pine St., Grasston. Valet parking begins at 10:30 a.m. A meal will be served at noon. Entertainment by 5 ‘til Sunrise. Reservations required, call 888-315-8448.

DEC. 31

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Paper Player’s and Coloring for Relaxation

Avoiding the Workforce Desert

Learn how to recycle greeting cards and make two for yourself free of charge at 1 p.m. at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Coloring books and supplies also available.

SENIOR DINING

Location: Dala Apartments - 470 Bean Ave. Mora

Monday, Dec. 17: Shephard’s pie, lettuce salad, wheat bread, rice pudding. Tuesday, Dec. 18: Christmas Dinner. Ham with pineapple, mustard sauce, cheesy potatoes, almond green beans, dinner roll, Christmas cake. Wednesday, Dec. 19: Hamburger stroganoff, egg noodles, vegetable medley, peach slices blonde brownie. Thursday, Dec. 20: Hot roast beef sandwich, whipped potatoes with gravy, squash, cookie. Friday, Dec. 21: Fish ﬁllet on a bun, vegetable soup, lettuce salad, cinnamon baked apple slices.

Senior New Year’s Eve Luncheon

Note: Senior Dining is for persons 60 - plus, Ogilvie Senior Dining is served on Mondays and Wednesdays (same entrées served at both locations) at the Ogilvie Civic Center. 1% milk is served with every meal. Menu is subject to change. Suggested contribution for persons 60plus and volunteers is $7.75 - $4.00. No registered guest 60-plus is denied a meal based on their ability to pay. Guests under 60 pay $7.75. Call between 10:30 am-1:00 pm for more information. Partially funded under contract with the Central Minnesota Council on Aging as part of the Older Americans Act Program and Administered by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud.

Registration is open for Kanabec County Economic Development Authority’s conference from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This conference is for businesses and educators and presents creative approaches to workforce development. It will take place at The Grand Event Center, 2025 Rowland Rd., Mora. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. Refreshments and lunch are included. Register online at www.kanabec-eda.org or call 320-209-5031 no later than Jan. 31, 2019.

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Al-Anon.: 6 p.m., Courthouse, Mora BINGO: 6-8 p.m. Am. Legion Auxiliary 290 hosts, Braham Community Center Braham Library- 12:30-4:30 p.m. Monday Morning Art: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Kanabec History Center, Mora Soup for the Soul: 4-6 p.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, Mora - Free Meal/Transportation: 888-217-5222 KISS, NA: 7 p.m. Mora Methodist Church, Mora Adult Drop-in Center: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, Mora

TUE. 12/18 Lap Swim: 6-7 a.m. Ogilvie Community Pool Take Off Pounds Sensibly: 5:30-6:45 p.m., Mora United Methodist Church Square Dancing for Beginners: 6:45-8:15 p.m., Isanti Primary School

WED. 12/19 FirstLight Health System Board Meeting: 5:30- Administration Board Room

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Are millennials different?

’m often interested in reading analyses of the difference in the generational behaviors. For years we’ve been hearing in the news about how millennials and the boomers spend their money or build families differently. (Sorry generation X, we know you are the often overlooked middle child of these comparisons.) What I find most fascinating are the life events those generations witnessed that influenced their behavior and attitudes. A Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development press release I read this week states: “The Editor impacts of the Great Recession Kirsten Faurie were not felt equally by all Minnesotans. Students who left post-secondary education between 2010-2012 faced the toughest labor market in decades.” This statement led me to browse the results of a Federal Reserve study titled “Are Millennials Different?” As a millennial, this odd, yet pointed title peaked my interests. The study revealed millennials aren’t spending like previous generations because they simply have less money. It’s something I’ve known from experience, but it’s strange to see yourself talked about that way in a federal study. The report notes that compared to other generations, millennials had lower earnings, fewer assets and less wealth — primarily because this generation came of age during the Great Recession. They also had greater expenses with health care and tuition costs rising faster than wages. This struck me personally. I graduated from college in January 2011. And yes — the labor market was difficult. Unemployment was 13.4 percent in Kanabec County and everyone was struggling. At the time I couldn’t find a job washing tables let alone the dream job and $50,000 salary the brochures promised me. No longer a student, I wasn’t able to keep my job in the university’s journalism department and my income flat-lined. Desperate for a job, I studied what phrases to use in a resume so human resources software would pick it out of thousands. I submitted job applications. I called. I interviewed. I followed up. I wrote thank you notes. I networked. Nothing. I remember driving a friend to a place she could be paid to give plasma. As I dropped her off I wondered about what hope we had for a successful future. I also wondered how much we could be paid to donate an egg or maybe an organ I had two of. Today, real estate bloggers look at my friend and ponder why she delayed buying her first home. Fast forward to about a year after I graduated. I was employed but uninsured, sorting through a stack of papers on my bed which amounted to a $15,000 overdue medical bill and $22,000 of student loans. I just sat there and sobbed. I cried because in my future I wanted a home. I wanted to be married. I wanted a child. At the time I didn’t see how I could ever responsibly have those things. Today, after a series of fortunate events you will see me grateful for all that I have. I am overjoyed to have a home, to be married and to have

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Plastic Bags? Plastic Straws? Plastic Clothes? To the editor: A recent release from the Alliance for the Great Lakes noted “In 2017, over 85 percent of the litter picked up by Adopt-A-Beach volunteers was composed partially or fully of plastic. The items included cigarette butts, cigar tips, plastic lids and caps, food wrappers, straws, stirrers, plastic bottles and plastic bags.” The reality of this is that plastic pollution doesn’t stop here. These items were found on the beach, visible to the naked eye. The microscopic plastic pollution washing away from our laundered “plastic clothing” is not visible with the naked eye and is also washing out to our beaches. Polyester, rayon and even some cotton blends belong to this category. The tiny particles shedding from these fabrics are non-biodegradable and are directly routed into our waterways through city wastewater plants and septic systems therefore showing up in our drinking waters, seafood, beer and

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What is the real reason for the ordinance change? To the editor, What is the real reason for the proposed changes to Shoreland Ordinance No. 5? The owners of Lakeside Manor RV Park on Knife Lake and McBee’s Bar and Grill on Ann Lake have been lobbying our county board members to change the rules to allow them to expand their businesses. The proposed changes for planned unit developments would benefit a few individuals but at what cost? Some folks claim that we should include our shorelands in the county’s economic development

plans. But, has the county board, or staff, or planning commission weighed the pros and cons of such development? Do the benefits outweigh the costs? How will the changes impact our lakes and streams? Where is the evidence of the public benefits from this change in policy? The public notice says: “The amendments meet the requirements and update of MN Statute 6120 for waters in MN based on DNR model ordinance dated 1/9/17.” But, the statute has not changed much since 2008 and the model ordinance is just that, a model or example. It doesn’t differentiate between the cleanest waters in the state and the impaired waters found in our county. We are not convinced that the ordinance needs to be updated to meet any recent state or DNR changes. If changes are needed, they should provide more protections to our waters, not less. Our lakes, in particular, already have significant residential and commercial development. For this SEE LETTERS, PAGE 5

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MILLENNIALS: Generational differences, similarities make good conversation starters FROM PAGE 4

a daughter. My generation witnessed massive layoffs, foreclosures, stock market declines and stolen pensions. Was our generation the first to struggle for money or did they struggle the most? Not at all, but seeing these things happen to good people certainly had an effect on our trust in employers

and our spending habits. Looking back, my mindset has been strongly affected by what I experienced in those years just as each generation’s perspectives and behaviors are shaped by the things they witness in life. Are millennials different? I suppose, but is that a bad thing? Our differences are what keeps life interesting. Things also make

us similar like what we want in life, our struggles and our need for belonging and love. If nothing else, those similarities and differences are good conversation starters for the holidays. KIRSTEN FAURIE is the editor of the Kanabec County Times. She can be contacted at editor@ moraminn.com or by calling 320-225-5128.

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reason, past county officials, with community input, chose to restrict planned unit developments. The proposed change reverses that policy and allows for more expansion. Even with current restrictions, we have personally observed and been effected by neighboring RV park expansion activities, including intensive vegetation clearing, filling and draining of wetlands, and increased land usage. Minnesota Statute 6120.2600 states, in part: “The standards and criteria are intended to preserve and enhance the quality of surface waters, conserve the economic and natural environmental values of shorelands, and provide for the wise use of water and related land resources of the state.” Loosening the current ordinance is not preserving, conserving or wise. It creates a benefit for the few, but at what cost to the rest of us? If you are concerned with the proposed changes to Ordinance No. 5, we encourage you to attend the public hearing scheduled at 6:00 p.m. Dec. 18 in the Kanabec County Jail Training Room. Bob and Gail Mayo, Don and Gloria Schmeltzer Mora

A beacon of truth

To the editor, I voted for George H. W. Bush the year he became president elect. As a young, working father carrying the full weight of starting with nothing, I found his, “Read my lips, no new taxes,” pledge a gulp of air in a sea of debt. I always liked and admired the history and work ethic of our 41st president. When he broke his no tax increase promise however, I was disappointed. It was like he was doing a good job with what was going on around us, but was out of touch with struggling workers. I punished him with a vote for Bill Clinton. I never regretted voting for Clinton. He, “felt my pain,” and I stood behind his support of the middle class through eight years of prosperity and environmental protection. Now, as a seasoned voter with much less debt and a lot more wisdom, I miss what George H. Bush, and Barack Obama for that matter, represented. In a time now where a lie is only a lie if you don’t deny it, Old George kept reminding us to the end that honor, honesty and duty was what truly made America great. “Integrity.” Rest in peace old boy, you’ve earned it. Pete Stewart Mora

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arlier this year, Shane McAllister grew worried when his 9-month-old son, Andrew, developed a 102 degree fever. Shane is a Minnesota doctor, but even with his medical training, he was surprised to see his son quickly lose his cheerful energy and spirit. It scared him, so he rushed Andrew to the emergency room. It didn’t take doctors long to diagnose Andrew with a severe case of the flu. Thankfully, treatment returned the little boy to his normal self within a few days. As a parent, I know that there’s no greater feeling of helplessness than having your child sick and hospitalUS Senator ized. No parent should ever have to go through a health scare with their Amy Klobuchar child, and certainly not for the flu. But too many do. Last year’s flu was the worst we’ve seen in years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 80,000 Americans died of the flu last season— including 180 kids. Annually, the flu also costs the nation $10.4 billion in direct medical costs and $87 billion in total economic burden. And in Minnesota, nearly 6,500 patients were hospitalized for influenza, including 699 outbreaks in schools and 211 in long-term care facilities. People rely on the flu vaccine to keep themselves and their loved ones safe from the flu, yet the flu vaccine isn’t always as effective as it should be. Some years the flu vaccine is more effective than other years depending upon what strain of the flu is spreading. Overall, the CDC has found that getting vaccinated for the flu reduces your chance of getting the flu by 40 to 60 percent. Too much is on the line, so we must redouble our efforts to improve the flu vaccine. And one of the best steps we can take is getting the FLU Vaccine Act signed into law. Earlier this year, I joined several of my Senate colleagues to introduce this bill to help support critical research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and finally develop a vaccine that would be effective across multiple strains of the flu. The bill’s objective is simple – to better protect Minnesotans and Americans everywhere from all variations of the flu. In September, the Senate secured additional funding for the creation of a universal flu vaccine that I pushed hard for, but it’s not nearly enough to get a vaccine over the finish line. We must pass the FLU Vaccine Act to further support this critical research. But even without a universal vaccine it’s still important to get a flu shot. While it might not be 100 percent effective, a simple shot that reduces your risk of serious illness or even death is well worth it. Simply put, the flu shot saves lives. So let’s both take the time to get a flu shot and take action to support the next breakthrough vaccine. Because families, friends and kids like Andrew are counting on us – in Minnesota and across the country. For more information on the flu, including where to get a flu shot, visit Flu.gov.

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quieter than a diesel making it easier for him to hear the kids riding behind him. Mora Public Schools Transportation Assistant Gayle Stassen said, “Drivers love them.” When it comes to fuel costs and if the school district is reducing transportation costs, Stassen said it is too early to tell. Although they are still in the early stages of using propane-fueled buses, Stassen said she has yet to see any drawbacks. Transportation Director Chip Brandt reported the propane buses have gotten fewer miles per gallon from propane, but have saved money on maintenance. Costs of the propane buses are slightly higher at approximately $90,000 compared to the school’s last $83,000 diesel bus purchase.

For its entire fleet of 20 large buses, three wheelchair buses, four mini-buses, vans, trucks and a single driver’s ed car, the Mora Public Schools Transportation Department spends approximately $110,000 per year on fuel. Brandt said in the future, the school transportation department will keep a variety of vehicles. “Our plans are to stay diversified with our fleet,” he said. Diesel buses are often used for long trips as propane fueling stations are not readily available away from home. More than any fuel, Brandt said it is their employees that really keep the wheels on the bus turning. “We have the best drivers, mechanic, and transportation assistant in the state. They come to work every day ready to greet our students with a smile and get them to and from school safely,” Brandt said.

‘We have the best drivers, mechanic, and transportation assistant in the state. They come to work every day ready to greet our students with a smile and get them to and from school safely.’

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Telemedicine, or the remote diagnosis and treatment of patients, grew at a rapid pace in Minnesota between 2010 and 2015 with a nearly seven-fold growth in visits jumping from 11,113 in 2010 to 86,238 visits in 2015, according to a new Minnesota Department of Health and University of Minnesota School of Public Health study highlighted in Health Affairs. In a first-of-its-kind study, health department and School of Public Health researchers joined together to analyze the Minnesota All Payer Claims Database to discover the patterns of telemedicine use in Minnesota between 2010 and 2015. The research did not look into the effectiveness of telemedicine, but it did find a rapid increase in its use. Tens of thousands of patients received medical care through virtual visits. Though still a very small slice of Minnesota’s health care pie – less than one percent of patients used telemedicine – the researchers found that telemedicine evolved to serve somewhat different uses for metro-area and Greater Minnesota patients and for those with private or public insurance, such as Medicare, MinnesotaCare and Medical Assistance, Minnesota’s Medicaid program. Nonmetro patients in Greater Minnesota more commonly used telemedicine for real-time visits initiated by providers and included specialty consultations. For example, an emergency department physician may initiate a telemedicine visit with a neurologist for a patient suffering a stroke. Or, a primary care provider may refer

a patient to a specialist to provide psychotherapy and medication management for clinical depression. “This research shows that telemedicine may be emerging as an option to overcome some of the geographical barriers of accessing specialty care in Greater Minnesota, particularly in the area of mental health,” said Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm. “We need more research to ensure quality is being maintained, but this study highlights the importance of seeking innovative ways to provide access to health care in Greater Minnesota, including thinking broadly about funding investments in the health care workforce, as well as technology such as telemedicine equipment and broadband access.” In metropolitan areas, which included the Twin Cities, Rochester, St. Cloud and Duluth areas, the majority of telemedicine services were online evaluation visits for primary care provided by nurse practitioners to patients with commercial insurance. Such “direct-to-consumer” telemedicine visits provide care for common non-emergency conditions, such as the common cold or strep throat. A greater number of telemedicine users lived in metro areas, however the rate for telemedicine use was higher in nonmetro areas for people with Medicare and Medicaid. The data also indicate that Minnesota’s telemedicine market during the time period was being shaped in part by differences in telemedicine coverage by insurance plans rather than the differing clinical needs of patients. For example, there was very low

direct-to-consumer use among Medicaid patients. During the study period, commercial plans increasingly covered patient-initiated online medical evaluations, while Medicare and Medicaid primarily covered the real-time consultations with clinicians. Minnesota took action to promote telemedicine at the tail end of the study period when it passed the Minnesota Telemedicine Act in 2015. The act requires private insurers and Minnesota Health Care Programs to provide the same coverage for telemedicine as in-person visits. The law also removed requirements for a previous in-person visit and opened up possible service locations, such as allowing telemedicine visits from homes. “Telemedicine is an important innovation in care delivery,” said co-author Jean Abraham, who has a doctorate in public policy and management and is the Wegmiller Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. “This study provides us with a comprehensive understanding about volume trends, the types of patients obtaining telemedicine services, and the types of providers delivering them. This work provides a valuable foundation for additional research to understand how telemedicine use affects cost, quality and access to care for Minnesotans.” This group is continuing to analyze telemedicine data in the Minnesota All Payer Claims Database, and is studying the impact of telemedicine visits on follow-up costs, utilization and quality of care. Minnesota’s All Payer Claims Database is funded by Minnesota’s Health Care Access Fund.

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Party devoted to pleasant amusements, unstinted hospitality 125 YEARS AGO (1893) John Sundstrom, M. K. Nystrom and L. E. Dahlman, three progressive farmers of the town of Comfort were in Mora on Monday taking the initiatory steps to prove up their homesteads. J. C. Pope has added a valuable piece News from of furniture to his office, it beYesteryear ing a new twoMatt Anderson ton bank safe with double combinations, airspring burglar box, etc. It is the finest safe in the county. Hon. W. M. Campbell, Indian Commissioner, came up from St. Paul on Monday and went up to the lake Tuesday morning to confer with the Indians. The Indians are in very destitute circumstances this fall and possibly may be inclined to move. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Crusoe gave a party on Tuesday night, and their pleasant home was utilized to its utmost capacity to receive the numerous friends who attended. The evening was devoted to many pleasant amusements and all thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The kind host and hostess entertained their guests with an unstinted hospitality that will long be remembered. W. J. Blakely, the Lawrence merchant returned on Monday from his Minneapolis visit. He informed us that he had some

correspondence with Senator Washburn regarding the resolution affording relief to certain settlers on the reservation that passed the house last week, and the Senator assured him that the resolution would be called up and passed in the senate this week. Later. The resolution has passed and became law. 100 YEARS AGO (1918) “Aiding The Fire Sufferers Attention! :” The Kanabec County Chapter, American Red Cross has made arrangements with Check & McFarland to receive on Saturday, Dec. 14th and Monday, Dec. 15th. Fire Sufferers in the burnt regions. Kanabec County has been requested to ship one or two cars. All potatoes to be excepted. Let us do our duty. Be liberal. 75 YEARS AGO (1943) “Santa Claus Draws Many To Town; Large Number of Children Attend Free Shows and Program at School:” Santa Claus day in Mora brought many people to town last Saturday. The streets were crowded with children to take in the two shows at the Mora theatre, the program at the school, and to visit with Santa Claus. Each youngster attending the program in the school auditorium received a bag containing apples and nuts. The day’s program was sponsored by the Mora Business Men’s Ass’n. “Bank Entertains School Faculty:” Frank Powers, representing the Kanabec State

Bank, entertained the Mora school faculty, school board and invited guests at the high school building Wednesday evening of last week with several reels of war pictures and on banking. “Elmer Klapmeier Gives St. Cloud Talk:” Elmer Klapmeier, manager of the Milk Dryers plant in Mora, was guest speaker before a St. Cloud Rotary club in St. Cloud last week. He spoke of the rapid growth of the milk drying industry in this part of the country. Many of the plants producing powdered milk are using equipment manufactured by the local factory. They also are being serviced by the local institution. Mr. Klapmeier pointed out in his talk that the estimated output of powdered milk in Minnesota in 1943 is 135 million pounds, a large percentage of which is produced in east central Minnesota. 50 YEARS AGO (1968) “Organizational Hockey Meeting Set for Dec. 19:” An organizational meeting will be held at the Mora Youth Centre Thursday, Dec. 19, at 7 p.m. All persons interested in hockey and broomball should attend. The Mora Hockey association now has uniforms and helmets for three little league teams. Twelve Mora business firms have purchased uniforms for the town team which will be managed by Larry Schroeder. The North Stars will hold a clinic at the rink here Feb. 8 at 1 p.m.

“Load of Railroad Ties Slips; Frank Gibas Crushed:” Frank Gibas of Hillman township was injured in an accident about eight miles from Hibbing Thursday, Dec. 5. He had delivered a load of railroad ties, and untied the load, when the ties started to roll, and he was pinned under them. He was taken by ambulance to the Virginia, Minn. hospital. He sustained cracked ribs, a fractured collarbone and his leg was broken in two places. He was transferred to the Onamia hospital this week. Gibas operates a sawmill in Hillman township. 25 YEARS AGO (1993) “New committee formed to promote history center use:” A new Kanabec History Center committee has been formed. The REP (Recreation and Education Park) Committee’s purse is specifically to promote the use of the Center facility and grounds for historical and environmental education while maintaining and enhancing the natural value of the property. The committee, under the leadership of Doug Rowlett, has initiated a Special Use Permit for the grounds. This permit will only apply to large groups utilizing the grounds for a specific purpose such as a picnic, an event on the trail system or other types of programming. Planned not as a deterrent but rather as a means of assisting local groups to utilize the acreage, the permit will monitor existing

grounds usage and enable the Center to more effectively schedule events and avoid conflicts. “Hospital, county boards air their differences; ‘Does the hospital administrator take his direction from the hospital board, the county board, or one commissioner?’ Craig Schultz, Hospital Board chairman:” The Kanabec County Board of Commissioners voted last week to recommend that the Kanabec Hospital Board change its bylaws to make the county board chairman and vice-chairman hospital board members. Earlier that day, some hospital board members expressed misgivings about their relationship with the county board and about increasing county board membership. On Nov. 24, the county board approved the minutes of a hospital board meeting which stated that hospital administrator John Kayfes would advertise to fill two upcoming vacancies on the 7-member hospital board, but later that same day, the county board had discussed filling the vacancies with county commissioners. THE NEWS From Yesteryear is compiled by Matt Anderson from the Times historical editions housed by the Kanabec History Center. The “News from Yesteryear” contains articles published in historic issues of the Times. The articles may contain language with ethnic and racial prejudices that were once common but are no longer acceptable in today’s society. These articles are being presented as they were originally published.

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Below are last week’s most read stories on the Kanabec County Times website, www.MoraMinn.com. 1. Vadnais Heights man charged with sexual assault of two underage girls: A 20-year-old man from Vadnais Heights who met two minor girls from Mora via social media has been charged with six felonies related to their sexual assault. (952 pageviews) 2. Man charged with child’s rape: A man has been charged with three felony counts of criminal sexual conduct in the ﬁrst degree after allegations were made of sexual assault including rape of a girl under age 10. (168pageviews) 3. Kanabec County Court Report 11/15/18: (114 pageviews) Are you a current print subscriber? Your subscription includes complimentary access all of the Times digital content. To access it, go to www.MoraMinn.com. Sign in or create an account. Select “Subscribe” in the top left corner. Choose “Online access for current print subscribers - Get Started” and follow the on screen instructions.

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The Minnesota Department of Revenue announced Nov. 27 that the Mille Lacs County Attorney’s Office recently charged Cindy M. Halgren with 45 tax-related felonies. Halgren, of Milaca, is charged with 39 felony counts of preparing false or fraudulent tax returns, three felony counts of filing false or fraudulent income tax returns and three felony counts of failing to pay state income tax. According to the complaint, Halgren operated a tax preparation service, Clearview Tax, out of her home. Department investigators determined that between 2012 and 2018, Halgren prepared and submitted false tax filings for multiple individuals and herself. Halgren allegedly identified significant write-offs that resulted in improper refunds going to her customers. The complaint lists 12 individuals who had tax returns prepared by Halgren. All 12 identified false or exaggerated business expenses or write-offs on their tax filings. These items included uniform expenses that were never incurred, business vehicles that the

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must follow its standards of ethics and conduct. The majority of tax professionals abide by these standards and provide honest service and sound advice to their clients. In the rare event that a tax professional does not comply with these standards, they may be subject to penalties or criminal prosecution and may be barred from representing clients before the department. Taxpayers can report unprofessional conduct through the department’s tax preparer page or by calling 651-296-3781. Although most taxpayers comply with tax laws voluntarily, the department takes enforcement action against noncompliant taxpayers to ensure that tax laws are administered fairly. Many of the department’s criminal case referrals come from public tips. There is a 24-hour tip line for anyone who suspects that a person or business is violating Minnesota tax laws. Local callers may dial 651-297-5195 or call tollfree by dialing 1-800-657-3500. Tips can also be submitted to the department by email at tax.fraud@ state.mn.us. Tipsters may choose to remain anonymous.

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individuals did not own or know about, union dues when the individuals were not part of a union and cellphone expenses for businesses that did not exist, according to the complaint. Many returns appeared to include expenses for activities that customers identified to Halgren as hobbies, but were portrayed as business deductions. Halgren allegedly filed the tax returns on the individuals’ behalf without reviewing them with her customers or having them sign the returns. Halgren also falsified information in her own income tax returns and property tax refund returns filed for 2014 through 2016. The complaint states that, because of these fraudulent returns, Halgren received more than $23,000 in improper tax refunds. Each tax-related felony charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. Defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

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dvent . . . is a season . . . of waiting . . . What if Netflix just took that long to load the next episode of The Flash? 15 seconds? I can’t wait that long to find out if Barry Allen saves the world… again. Instant access and no waiting. That is the beauty of Netflix. It provides an escape from our lives as we engrossed in Focus on become the long and twisting narratives in our Faith screens. And we love it. Sierra At the end of a long day, we look forward to our Westerman latest TV binge.

Now, I’m not recommending this pattern as a good life plan, but the other day, when I was three episodes deep in the winsome politics of a gentler White House, my mind began to wander to the season outside my TV screen. We are now deep in the season of Advent, the season when we anticipate the Christmas birth of the little baby Jesus and the return of Christ our risen Lord. Advent stands in stark contrast to my instant streaming Netflix style of life. Advent is a season of waiting. We may not like to wait, but that discipline is exactly what Advent invites us into and asks of us. To resist our frenetic impulses for the instantaneous. To slow down. To take a breath. To wait. To remember there are still things in this world for which we must wait, for

which there is no button to press to move us into the next episode. Far from providing a quick escape, Advent waiting forces us to look around. To engage with the very real world outside our screens. To be moved not to our couches, but to our neighbor. To be touched by the broken and beautiful humanity of others. During Advent, we wait with expectant longing and active hope for God’s promised peace in our troubled world. We long for the promised day when there will be no space for violence, when we will no longer tear our fellow humans down in body or in soul, the day when hunger will no longer devour tiny bodies and disease no longer steals the lives of our loved ones, the day when all are loved. These longings cannot be instantly

gratified. They are things for which we have to wait in expectant hope and defiant trust as we pray that God could even use us to help make it happen. This is not easy waiting. But it is in the waiting, in the paying attention, in the praying that we may just catch a glimpse of the small but steady flicker of light which shines in the darkness. A light which outshines the 4K Ultra HD glow of our TV screens. Not just an escape to help us forget for a while. But the true light of God, the life of Christ which makes whole, the light which overcomes the darkness. May God be with you in the holy waiting of Advent. SIERRA WESTERMAN is the pastor at Immanuel Luthrean Church in Brunswick. For questions or comments about this column, contact ilbpastor@centurylink.net.

Worship Guide Braham Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) 320-396-2755. West Central Drive & County Road 4 in northwest Braham. Pastor Julie Beck Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship Service; 10 a.m. Little Lambs (for children under 5). Wednesday: 6 p.m. Youth Enrichment. Office hours Tues. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Radio service Sunday at 9:30 a.m. (KBEK 95.5) Calvary Lutheran Church (ELCA) 414 S. Wood St., Mora 320-679-1706 www.calvarymora.org Pastor Dean Oelfke; Associate in Ministry, Susan Williams Sunday: 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. Sunday School and Fellowship; Holy Communion celebrated on first and third Sundays of each month; 6:30 p.m. Calvary Bell Choir, grade 7 to adult. Wednesday: 3 p.m. KOK Choir, grades K-6; Chimes following KOK Choir; 6:30 p.m. Confirmation; 6:30 p.m. Sr. Choir, Sr. high school to adult. Emmanuel Baptist Church 536 South Union, Mora 320-679-2530 Michael Rue, Pastor David Everson, Associate Pastor Karen Lindaman, Early Childhood Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School classes; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service. Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m. Kids’ Club, Grades 1-4; 56ers Youth, Grades 5-6; Junior/Senior High, grades 7-12; 6-7:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church (EPC) 551 S. Wood St, Mora 320-679-1969 Pastor Rick Marcy www.moraepc.org Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship, 11 a.m. Sunday School. Communion first Sunday of the month.

Hillman Baptist Church 2748 Jade Street, Mora, 320-679-1756 Randy Strom, Pastor www.hillmanbaptist.org Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. Worship Service. Piecemakers - 2nd & 4th Monday of each month, 1 p.m. Wed., Sept. 12: 6:15-7:45 p.m. AWANA starts.

Fish Lake Chapel Non-denominational 1602 Jade St., Ogilvie Just off Fish Lake Road Pastor Dale Clifton 320-982-1017 Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Morning Worship Service. Friendship Church of the Nazarene 525 2nd St., Mora Interim Pastor Ed Anderson Church: 320-679-1125 Cell: 218-308-1131 beedande@gmail.com Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship Service; 10 a.m. Children’s Church.

Hope Lutheran Church Grasston, 320-396-3925 Dean Oelfke, Pastor hopelutherangrasston.org 11 a.m. Sunday Worship Service; Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.

Generation Church 300 E. Forest Ave., Mora Lead Pastor Randy Mitchell Associate Pastor Bob Herder Church: 320-679-1708 www.generationchurchmora.com Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service. Children’s Church and Nursery provided. Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 301 E. Forest Ave., Mora Church Office: 320-679-1062 Senior Pastor Paul Lutter Sunday: 8 a.m. Sanctuary Worship; 9:30 a.m. Family Life Center Worship; 9:30 a.m. Sunday School. Sunday Morning Radio Broadcast 10 a.m. on 95.5 FM KBEK. Website: www.gracechurchmora.org Grasston Baptist Church 402 N. Oak St., Grasston www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptist.org 320-396-2645 Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:45 a.m. Sunday School. Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107. 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.

Immanuel Lutheran Church (ELCA) Brunswick, 320-679-2015 Pastor Sierra Westerman 2088 Highway 70, Mora 9:00 a.m. Worship; 9:00 a.m. Sunday School. Communion held every week. Lewis Lake Covenant Church 1030 Grand St., Ogilvie, 320-396-3293 www.lewislake.org Sunday: 8 a.m. Social Hour/Coffee, 9 a.m. Worship Service, 10 a.m. Fellowship and Refreshments, 10:30 a.m. Sunday School and Confirmation for ages 4-adult. Nursery for ages birth-2 years provided during Worship and Sunday School. Liberty Baptist Church 211 S. Hill Ave., Ogilvie Gary Johnson, Pastor, 612-806-9350 Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. Worship. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study. Living Hope Church East Hwy. 23 and N. County Rd. 11, Mora, 320-679-2586 Steve Ekholm, Pastor Sunday: 9 a.m. Adult Class; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; 7 p.m. Youth Service. Maple Ridge Free Church 801 401st Ave. NW, Stanchfield 320-396-2246 or Rick Eichholz - 763-412-9397 Wednesday: 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Worship.

Mora United Methodist Church Parish Office: 500 Clark St., Mora 320-679-2713 Pastor Debra Schaffran debraschaffran@gmail.com Cell: 320-515-2054 10:30 a.m. Mora Worship and Children’s Church. Website: moraumc.org Ogilvie United Methodist Church 201 W. Bragg St., Box 267, Ogilvie 320-272-4255 320-679-2713, Parish Office Pastor Debra Schaffran debraschaffran@gmail.com Cell: 320-515-2054 9 a.m. Worship, 10 a.m. Children’s Sunday Library.

St. Kathryn’s Catholic Church 318 S. Hill Ave., Ogilvie, 320-679-1593 Sunday: 8 a.m. Mass. St. Mary’s Catholic Church 201 East Forest, Mora 320-679-1593 Communion Services: Mon.-Fri.: 7:30 a.m. Saturday: 5 p.m. Mass. Sunday: 10 a.m. Mass. St. Paul Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) 301 Church Ave., Ogilvie 320-272-4352 Vacancy Pastor Vernon Dorn Sunday: Confirmation classes for grades 5-8 at 8:45 a.m., Divine Worship at 10 a.m., Bible Study at 11:15 a.m. Second and fourth Wednesday: 6 p.m. Divine Service.

Open Arms Church of God 406 Pine St., Grasston 320-396-3373 www.openarmscog.org Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry. Pomroy Chapel 2700 320th Ave., Brook Park 320-679-3925 A Non-denominational, Christian Fellowship Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Prayer, 10 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. Fellowship following Worship. Quamba Baptist Church 26340 Whited Ave., Quamba 320-679-5365 Ivan Fiske, Senior Pastor Joel Ostrom, Associate Pastor Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 11:15 a.m. Christian Education. Wednesday at QBC: 6:30 p.m. AWANA; Prayer & Study Riverside Fellowship And Mission Center A spirit-filled Church Service at the True Vine Lutheran Church 130 S. Park St., Mora 320-679-4076 Saturday: 6:30 p.m. Worship Service.

St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) 400 SE 8th Street, Braham 320-396-3103 Pastor Tim Renstrom www.ststephensbraham.org Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Study; 10:15 a.m. Worship. Trio Community Church Mora Elementary School 200 N. 9th St., Mora www.triochurch.com Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Youth Ministry. Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship Service; nursery and children’s ministry available. True Vine Lutheran Church (AFLC) 130 Park St. S., Mora 612-559-2886 Pastor Marlin Harris www.truevinelutheran.org 9 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Study; 10 a.m. Worship with Communion. Zion Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) and Preschool 401 S. Hwy 65, Mora 320-679-1094 Rev. Anthony Cloose Susan ScheerDhein, Preschool Teacher/ Director Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:45 a.m. Christian Education Hour.

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The Cambridge-Isanti/Mora/Pine City Bluejackets girls hockey team is off to an impressive start in the 2018-19 season. With a new head coach and a core of experienced players, the team is attracting attention from coaches across the state. Currently the Bluejackets are ranked fourth in Minnesota’s Class AA. After seven games the team posted a 6-1 record, first place in the Mississippi 8 Conference and third in Section 7AA. As of mid-December, four of the state’s top-10-ranked AA teams play in the Bluejackets’ section. Representing Mora High School on this year’s Bluejackets team are junior Alana Fix and sophomores Kayla Caswell, Tori Dion and Jordan Millam. “All three schools, Mora, Pine City and Cambridge-Isanti, have embraced our program, from the activities directors on down,” said first-year head coach Shannon Skelton. “And the girls from all three schools have embraced each other. They’re very proud to be part of this program. When they come Shannon Skelton here, they’re all Bluejackets.” Head Coach Skelton, the former assistant varsity coach, took over as head coach this fall. He’s worked with Cambridge-Isanti youth hockey for 10 years, and was an assistant for the Bluejackets girls team for three seasons and the boys team for two. Last year’s varsity coach Corey Bustrom serves as assistant coach along with Brian Guimont, Bailey Hastings and Cassandra Ott. “We’re building on what Corey started,” Skelton said. “We have a positive culture and effective leaders. Not only are our athletes good hockey players, but they’re positive role models and academically strong.” Last year the team finished with an 18-7 regular season record. Though they were defeated in the first round of Section playoffs by Elk River/Zimmerman, Skelton said their strong finish created opportunities for the team. “After last year’s 18-7 record we’re starting to get the attention of other coaches. Experienced teams like Eden Prairie and Elk River/Zimmerman have requested to play us, and Forest Lake wants to get on our schedule for next year,” he said. “Our girls are very committed to each other, to the team and to its success. That really goes a long way to help a program succeed.” The Bluejackets travel to Eden Prairie on Thursday, Dec. 13, and take on Princeton/Big Lake/ Becker on Friday, Dec. 14.

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MORA WRESTLING Head coach: Tom Youngblom Assistant coaches: Chad Grahn, Dave Souba, Ryan Sjodin DEC. 1 ELLSWORTH INVITATIONAL The ďŹ rst wrestling competition of the 2018-2019 season is in the books. Mora placed 6th out of 12. This was an admirable ďŹ nish, considering the squad was missing six starters because of early-season injuries. Missing from the line-up were all three state entrants from last year; Ryan Nosbush, Danny Schroeder and Jon Smith, who may be out a little longer with a nagging knee injury. But the real story is the youth movement â&#x20AC;&#x201D; starting at the lower weights. The Mustangs have three eighth graders and one seventh grader in the line-up. This young squad wrestled very well, at a tough tournament. The youth ďŹ nished at the top with the Mustangs having ďŹ ve sophomores and a freshman in the rest of the weights. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We brought a fairly young squad to Ellsworth, 11 of our 14 starters were sophomores or younger, and they wrestled far better than I expected. I would say we have a solid foundation to build our season on!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Head Coach Tom Youngblom Highlights First career varsity wins go to Brock Folkema and Cael Sjodin Top Finishers 8th grader Avery Nelson at 106 and senior Jake Nowling at 195 were the only Mora wrestlers to make the ďŹ nals. Sophomore Dylan Nelson at 170 ďŹ nished 3rd defeating an opponent rated 4th in the state. Varsity results 106 Avery Nelson (8th)- 2nd 113 Trevor Thielen (10th) - 6th 120 Connor Gmahl (8th) -4th 120 Brock Folkema (7th)- 5th 126 Tucker Hass (8th) - 5th 132 Cael Sjodin (9th) - DNP 138 Cody Haggberg (10th) - 5th 145 Parker Voss (11th) - DNP 152 Tommy Schroeder (10th) - 5th 170 Dylan Nelson (10th) - 3rd 182 Dom Adams (10th) - 8th 195 Jake Nowling (12th) - 2nd 220 Tanner Grangruth (10th) - 5th 285 Jace Morneau (12th) - DNP Junior Varsity results Anthony Nelson 3-0 Cole Gmahl 2-1 Jayme Washburn 1-2 Zach Golden 1-2 Dyllon Adams 0-3 Josh Gardner 0-3 Mason Nelson 2-1 Nathan Nelson 1-2 Brandon Udstuen 2-0 DEC. 7 TRIANGULAR AT MORA The Mustang Wrestling Team started its dual competition with two Section 7AA foes. Mora defeated Virginia 46-24 in the ďŹ rst match of a triangular and then in the last match of the evening, Mora defeated Princeton 42-31 (coming back from 0-25 deďŹ cit). The lighter weights made it possible by not giving up very many bonus points against Princetonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heavy hitters and then the upper weights sealed the dual with 6 straight pins. This was a very nice 2-0 start against the section competition. Varsity Results: Mora 42 Princeton 31 106: Parker Adkins (PRIN) over Avery Nelson (MORA) (SV-1 8-6) 113: Jake Whitcomb (PRIN) over Trevor Thielen (MORA) (Dec 6-4) 120: Landen Parent (PRIN) over Tucker Hass (MORA) (Fall 0:56)

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Avery Nelson, 8th grader, takes down his opponent in a single-leg. Avery took second place in the Dec. 1 Ellsworth tournament. 126: Kaleb Adkins (PRIN) over Brock Folkema (MORA) (MD 11-3) 132: Kyle Boeke (PRIN) over Cael Sjodin (MORA) (Fall 1:07) 138: Zack Wells (PRIN) over Cody Haggberg (MORA) (Dec 4-0) 145: Parker Voss (MORA) over Riley PaetznickHuhtala (PRIN) (Fall 5:11) 152: Josh Marshall (PRIN) over Tommy Schroeder (MORA) (Fall 1:52) 160: Danny Schroeder (MORA) over Malachi Kolhoff (PRIN) (Fall 1:27) 170: Austin Voss (MORA) over (PRIN) (For.) 182: Dom Adams (MORA) over Kaden Olsen (PRIN) (Fall 5:34) 195: Jake Nowling (MORA) over Kyle Zimmerman (PRIN) (Fall 1:55) 220: Collin McCarthy (MORA) over Dane Haubenschild (PRIN) (Fall 1:51) 285: Tanner Grangruth (MORA) over (PRIN) (For.) Mora 46 Virginia Area 24 106: Avery Nelson (MORA) over Asher Hedblom (VIAR) (MD 10-2) 113: Nolan Campbell (VIAR) over Trevor Thielen (MORA) (Dec 11-7) 120: Gavin Benz (VIAR) over Tucker Hass (MORA) (Dec 4-0) 126: Brock Folkema (MORA) over Damion Tapio (VIAR) (Fall 1:57) 132: Erik Sundquist (VIAR) over Cael Sjodin (MORA) (Fall 3:32) 138: Cody Haggberg (MORA) over Jacob Burress (VIAR) (SV-1 3-1) 145: Parker Voss (MORA) over Miigwen Tuchel (VIAR) (Fall 0:37) 152: Tommy Carmody (VIAR) over Tommy Schroeder (MORA) (Fall 0:50) 160: Jon Smith (MORA) over Dylan Morcom (VIAR) (MD 12-0) 170: Danny Schroeder (MORA) over Teddy Olivanti (VIAR) (TF 16-1 3:54) 182: Dom Adams (MORA) over (VIAR) (For.) 195: Jake Nowling (MORA) over (VIAR) (For.) 220: Anthony Hall (VIAR) over Collin McCarthy (MORA) (Fall 4:30) 285: Jace Morneau (MORA) over Mason Fleishman (VIAR) (Fall 1:26) UP NEXT 4:30 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. Grand Rapids at Grand Rapids HS Dec. 14-15 Cass Lake-Bena Tournament 5 p.m. Dec. 18 Mora vs. Pierz at Mora HS 5 p.m. Dec. 20 Triangular vs. Pequot Lakes, Pine River-Backus at PRB HS

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Senior captain Alex Chidester is 10-0 with 8 pins and ranked 5th in the state in the 220 weight class.

OGILVIE WRESTLING Head coach: Adam Halvorson Assistant coaches: Dan Belsheim Jr., Ben Burk, Matt Houtsma, Bill Pike, Derek Carlson, Colton Johnston

DEC. 1 RUSH CITY TOURNAMENT Team Scores 1 Deer River 163.0 2 Rush City-Braham 154.5 3 Luck/Frederic/Grantsburg/Siren 145.5 4 Virginia Area 140.0 5 Rice Lake 139.0 6 Mille Lacs Raiders 104.0 7 Crosby-Ironton 100.5 8 Brooklyn Center-Concordia Acad 75.0 9 Ogilvie 73.5 Individual Scores 113 Rhett Hudoba 5th 126 Alivia Sanborn 5th 145 Hunter Anderson 5th 170 Landen Halvorson 6th 195 Gavin McLevis 2nd 220 Alex Chidester 1st Highlights Senior Alex Chidester (ranked sixth in the

OGILVIE BASKETBALL - GIRLS From Coach Nelson: We are off to a good start but we could be even better. We went to Benson, MN for a tournament that was against some quality competition. We competed but didn’t ﬁnish well in those games but we learned a lot about ourselves. We were able to come home and knock off our rivals from Mora which really has spring boarded us into this 3-game winning streak. After we defeated Mora, we defeated Hinckley. Friday we played a solid East Central team, which we hadn’t beaten in many years, and trailed the entire game until the last second when we hit a shot at the buzzer to win the game. This team has answered many questions coming in after a slow start in Benson. This team could have easily felt sorry for itself after a long tournament road but they really picked themselves up and have put it together. Lilly Lee broke the 1,000 point scoring mark against Hinck-

state) took ﬁrst at the tournament. During the championship match, Chidester pinned Taylor Eigenheer of Crosby-Ironton (ranked third in the state) in the ﬁrst period. DEC. 4 VS. MILLE LACS (AWAY) LOSS Ogilvie 16, Mille Lacs 63 DEC. 6 VS. PROCTOR TOURNAMENT WIN Ogilvie 48, Proctor 36 WIN Ogilvie 51, Nashwauk-Keewatin/Greenway/International Falls 24 LOSS Ogilvie 18, Crosby-Ironton 48 UP NEXT 6 p.m. Dec. 14 vs. Pine City at Pine City Dec. 15 Trinity Tournament at Trinity School in Eagan 5 p.m. Dec. 20 Quad Tournament at Ogilvie HS

Head coach: Jonathan Nelson Assistant coach: Pam Nickles

ley-Finlayson and Maizy Burk is a mere 6 points away from that same mark coming into this week. Those two have been our leaders the past couple of years and they have really stepped up their games this past week. Emma Vogel has played incredible minutes for us as an undersized post and does a lot of the “dirty” work that does not always get recognized in the stats but we coaches know how important she is. Maddie Chidester has really come into her own and runs the team really well at the point position. We challenged her the other night against East Central at halftime and she stepped up in a major way. Annika Berg has quietly had a great start to the season and hits key shots in key situations for this team. Our bench has been fantastic as Emma Morgan played some good minutes in the Benson tournament due to foul trouble while Ella Heins and Ailee Fratzke (both freshman) have made huge

impacts on our team. This team is really coming together and we want to ﬁnish strong before the Christmas break. Our girls have really bought into our philosophy of “next play” and if they continue to work as hard as they have we will do something special here at Ogilvie this season. NOV. 30-DEC. 1 BENSON TOURNAMENT LOSS Ogilvie 57, MACCRAY 61 LOSS Ogilvie 49, Benson 58 DEC. 3 VS. MORA WIN Ogilvie 74, Mora 65 DEC. 4 VS. H/F WIN Ogilvie 66, H/F 56 DEC. 7 VS. EAST CENTRAL WIN Ogilvie 60, East Central 58 UP NEXT 5:45 p.m. Dec. 14 vs. St. John’s Prep at Ogilvie HS 7:15 p.m. Dec. 17 vs. Carlton at Carlton HS 5:45 p.m. Dec. 18 vs. Isle at Ogilvie HS

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DEC. 6 ROOKIE RACE The Mora Mustangs had a great first day of racing on Dec. 6 at Riverside Park in St. Cloud. The day started all smiles with the untimed rookie race where first year skiers ski a short course with no hills just to get the hang of the race environment. It followed up with the Junior High and JV races, where the Mustangs had multiple skiers in the top 10. The day culminated with the Varsity Races. Cooper Lennox easily bested the field in the boys race, Johanna Schwinghamer had to settle for 2nd behind Kaisa Bosek from Alexandria. The varsity Girls finished 3rd of 9, Boys were 4th of 9. “Both the boys and girls teams are looking to tune up as the season goes on and compete for section championships in February.” - Coach Peter Larsen Mustang Top 10 Finishes Boys Varsity (2.1km) 1st Cooper Lennox 6:39.2 9th Nathan Williams 7:13.2 Girls Varsity (2.1km) 2nd Johanna Schwinghamer 7:52.5 Boys JV (2.1km) 1st Tommy Mulford 7:17.8 4th Dylan Buckingham 8:00.2 8th Jacob Johnson 8:08.1 10th Brady Strand 8:25.1 Girls JV 2nd Margo Niskanen 10:06.2 5th Mattea Van Hale 10:25.7 6th Ariella Onasch 10:36.7 PETER LARSEN | SUBMITTED

UP NEXT 2 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. St. Cloud Apollo at Riverside Park Dec. 21-22 varsity meet at Mora Vasaloppet Nordic Center

First year skiers on the Mora Nordic ski team took part in an untimed “Rookie Race” on Dec. 6 to help them get used to the ski racing environment.

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Head coach: Brandon Ostien Assistant coaches: Dale Strelow, Jay Pautzke, Kayleigh Kloncz

Head coach: Curt Grachek Assistant coaches: Pete Balmer, Chris Venhuizen, Jamie Wright

NOV. 27 VS. ISLE (HOME) WIN Mora 67, Isle 36

DEC. 4 VS. PIERZ (HOME) LOSS Mora 49, Pierz 63 “Overall, I was very happy with our intensity. We have ramped up our defensive style and it takes a lot of work to accomplish it. On the offensive side of the court, I was very concerned with our poor shooting percentage: 15 for 62 (28 percent). I hope it was just nerves. We have a very deep bench this year and we have been using them, 9 to 10 deep. For some of these players, it was their ﬁrst signiﬁcant varsity experience and they were naturally nervous.” - Coach Curt Grachek

NOV. 30 VS. PINE CITY (AWAY) LOSS Mora 57, Pine City 72 DEC. 3 VS. OGILVIE (AWAY) LOSS Mora 65, Ogilvie 74 DEC. 6 VS. SPECTRUM (HOME) WIN Mora 51, Spectrum, 43 DEC. 7 VS. NORTH BRANCH (AWAY) LOSS Mora 24, North Branch 48 UP NEXT 7:15 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. North Lakes Academy at NLA 7:15 p.m. Dec. 18 vs. Rush City at Rush City HS 7:15 p.m. Dec. 20 vs. Milaca at Mora HS

UP NEXT 7:15 p.m. Dec. 18 vs. Little Falls at Little Falls HS 7:15 p.m. Dec. 21 vs. Foley at Mora HS

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to all of this year’s Christmas Coloring Contest entries! We received many outstanding coloring pages and it was very hard to pick the winners. Thank you to everyone who submitted coloring pages! Winners are listed below. Special thank you to the participating businesses that make these contests possible.

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Kenneth R. Alcanter

Leland J. Everson

Corey D. Torell

Kenneth Ralph Alcanter, of Mora, died on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018, at his home. He was 66 years old. He was born on Oct. 29, 1952, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, to parents Cosme and Virginia (Crane) A Alcantor. He was preceded in death b by his parents and 13 sibllings. He is survived by sons, J Justin (Jessica), Nick ((Michelle) and Brandon ((Emily); step-children, Sara ah (Kwadwo) Osei, Ashley S Schuroff (Joey Baity) and B Bill Schuroff; grandchild dren, Jeremiah, Adrianna, N Nevaeh and Ava; brother D David (Deanna) Alcanter; ssister Rose Grusing; sisterin-law Sharon Ozuna; fiancé, Lori Onasch, sisters-inlaw, Cindy Onasch and Lynn (Dale) Nelson; brotherin-law Lee (Anita) Onasch; mother-in-law Dianne Mayer (Allen Billstrom) and many other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, at the Mora United Methodist Church with Rev. Deb Schaffran officiating. Memorial visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Military honors will be provided by the Mora American Legion Post 201. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers. Cremation arrangements by the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com.

Leland John Everson, of Mora, died on his birthday, Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018, at his home. He was 77 years old. He had courageously fought pancreatic cancer for five years. He was born in 1941 at t “Bell farm” near Devils the L Lake, North Dakota, to Ed a Emma (Koch) Everand s son. He grew up on the f family farm, the third of five siblings. Though his e elementary years were s spent in one-room school h houses, he attended and g graduated from Devils Lake H High School in 1959. It was a Minot State University at w where he studied to become a teacher and met the love of his life, Ann Mortvedt. They were united in marriage on Aug. 23, 1963. After working for a short time as a teacher and principle in the Des Lacs area, the couple and their baby daughter Mary, moved to Mora in 1968. Here they would add three children to their family, Stacy, Ryan and David. In addition to teaching sixth grade, Lee served as a cross-country running and skiing coach in the Mora schools. An active member of the community, he was involved with Mora Classic from its beginning, directing the Half Marathon for nearly 20 years. As a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church he served numerous roles: board-member, choir member, soloist, teacher, small-group leader and a member of numerous committees. After retiring in 1999, “the traveling man” and his wife enjoyed trekking around the United States, especially spending their winters in Arizona. He was a very active individual who enjoyed running, skiing, camping, reading novels (he owned every Louis L’Amour book), as well as watching westerns and sci-fi. He was preceded in death by his parents Ed and Emma and his brother Joseph. He is survived by wife Ann; children, Mary (Rick), Stacy (Todd), Ryan (Rhonda) and David (Staci); grandchildren, Kellin, Emma, Miles, Benjamin, Amelia and Nicholas; brother Ed (Louise); sisters, Susan and Beckie (Gary) and many nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, at the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mora. Visitation will be from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018 with a prayer service and sharing at 6:00 p.m. at the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home in Mora and one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. Arrangements by Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www. aifuneralhome.com.

Corey Donald Torell of Ogilvie, formerly of Cambridge, died suddenly at his home on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. He was 48 years old. He was born and raised in the Cambridge area. A a young boy he enjoyed As p playing hockey and baseb ball. Growing up, he had a p passion for riding anything w with two wheels. He gradua ated from Cambridge-Isanti H High School in 1990. After high school, he s spent his adult years w working as a tender and b bricklayer. He belonged to t International Union the o Bricklayers and Allied of C Craftworkers, Local 1. He w worked many jobs right along side his dad and big brother. He was very proud of that. He was an avid sportsman. He loved to hunt and fish. He liked to shoot Trap and competed in different Trap shooting leagues. He was passionate about vintage snowmobiles and would attend vintage rides and races. He loved camping and relaxing by the lake. He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Martha Carlson and Guy Torell; maternal grandparents; Rudy and Eleanor Braun, mother, Ramona and infant daughter Chloe Torell. He is survived and will be forever missed by his loving partner Tammy Koep; children Keaton Torell, Coy Anderson-Torell and Kelsey Smallidge; Tammy’s daughter, Shelbi Cowin; father, Paul; siblings, Greg (Jackie) Torell of Cambridge and Gina (Charles) Johnson of Cambridge; nieces and nephews; Cory Torell, Frank Collins (fianceé Nicole), Nicole Torell (fiancé Justin), Zach Torell, Ryan Johnson and Lane Johnson; great-niece, Elizabeth Reichel and great-nephews, Wyatt Torell and Bennett Reichel. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, at Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home, 311 S. Ashland St., Cambridge. Friends may gather from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to service on Friday to offer their condolences. Burial will be private at a later date. Online condolences can be shared at www.carlsonlillemoen.com

Dr. Merwyn E. Larson

Dr. Merwyn Eugene Larson, of Mason City, Iowa, died on Saturday Dec. 8, 2018. He was 79 years old. He was born in Pokegama Township, on Sept. 3, 1939, to Merrol and Luella Larson. He had one brothe er, Ron Larson. To his mom a and dad he was always M Merwyn, but to most others h he was Mer, Lars, Dad, or P Papa. He was baptized at Z Zion Lutheran Church in C Churches Ferry, North D Dakota, by his grandfather, R Rev. Anton Larson on July 114, 1940. He was confirmed a at Calvary Lutheran C Church in Mora, on May 24, 11953. He was a follower of J Jesus Christ his entire life. He graduated from Mora High School in 1957, received his B.A. from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1961, earned his M.D. from St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1967, and completed his surgical internship at Marquette University School of Medicine in 1968. Between 1968 and 1970, he served his country in Vietnam as a Captain in the U.S. Army. His only objective was to save the lives of those who were on the front lines in graver danger than himself. He claims that the smartest thing he ever did was to marry his soul mate, Beverly, in 1971. His greatest joy was watching his two children grow into responsible, God-fearing adults. His medical career was almost entirely spent at Mercy Medical Center in North Iowa. In his words, “It was truly a joy and a privilege to work at an institution with such high-quality administrators, physicians, nurses and other hospital personnel.” In 1995, his retirement years were kicked off by a massive cardiac arrest, but thanks to his best friends, he had another 23 years to enjoy traveling, camping, golf and fishing. In his role as Papa Mer, he especially enjoyed spending time with family and his very special grandchildren. It was also great fun to enjoy their lake side cabin in Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by wife, Beverly; children; Aaron (Mary Beth) Larson and Sarah (John) McGarvey; grandchildren, Ellianna Larson, Cierra Larson, Savannah Larson, Shon Larson, Charlie McGarvey, Orla McGarvey; Ronald (JoAnna) Larson and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N. Pennsylvania, Mason City, Iowa, with Pastor Kathy Graves officiating. Inurnment at Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery, Mason City, Iowa. Memorials can be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church or The American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Major Erickson Funeral Home, Mason City, Iowa.

Joyce L. Theis Joyce L. Theis of Isanti, died at her home on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, with her family at her side. She was 73 years old. She was born on Aug. 27, 1945, to James and Elean nor (Hines) Arrington in B Browerville. She completed h her GED and Accounting d degree at Pine Tech while w working and raising five c children. After retiring she moved tto Oklahoma to be closer tto her brother and sister. A After their passing she m moved back to Minnesota tto be with her children and g grandchildren. She loved to spoil all her g grandchildren with her thoughtfulness and affection. She also enjoyed, hunting, fishing, traveling, cross stitching and quilting. She had a strong religious faith and this was reflected in her life in so many ways. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, James Arrington; sister, Sharon Walkner; son, Andy Goble; daughter, Tammy Goble and granddaughter, Kylie Peters. She is survived by children, Sandy Pagel (Tom), Randy Baum (Michelle) and Mandy Theis; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and many other family and friends. A memorial service will take place at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, at New Hope Community Church, Cambridge Campus, 33030 Vickers St. N.E., Cambridge. Celebration of life to follow from 1-4 p.m. at Wintergreens, 306 Credit Union Dr. N.E., Isanti.

Philip D. Monson Philip D. Monson, of Henriette, died on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at his home. He was 82 years old. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, at the Henriette Free Methodist Church. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018, at the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home and again one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in the Henriette Cemetery. A full notice will follow next week. Arrangements by the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www. aifuneralhome.com

THANK YOU THANK YOU The family of Carl Schwantke would like to express their gratitude of the numerous condolences, generosity and loving thoughts that were expressed to us upon Carl’s passing. It is appreciated more than you know. Blessings to all.

BIRTHS Gabrielle L. Miller Gabrielle Lee Miller was born Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, at Cambridge Medical Center, part of Allina Health, to James and Shana Miller of Cambridge. She weighed 6 pounds 7 ounces and was 19 inches long. She is welcomed home by sibling Charlotte Rae Miller. Grandparents are Jim and Rita Miller of Forest Lake, Bill and Connie Polipnick of Royalton and Jim and Pat Sorhe of Wyoming.

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FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 04, 2017 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $117,811.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Lori West, a single person MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Mortgage & Equity Consultants, Inc., its successors and/or assigns DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded: April 07, 2017 Kanabec County Recorder Document Number: 259252 ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: And assigned to: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Dated: September 19, 2018 Recorded: September 24, 2018, Kanabec County Recorder Document Number: 264178 Transaction Agent: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Transaction Agent Mortgage Identification Number: 10086710000072315-3 Lender or Broker: American Mortgage & Equity Consultants, Inc. Residential Mortgage Servicer: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Mortgage Originator: Not Applicable COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Kanabec Property Address: 438 Forest Ave W, Mora, MN 55051-1413 Tax Parcel ID Number: 22.00685.00 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Commencing at the Southeast (SE) corner of Lot 8, Auditor’s Subdivision Number Two (2), thence North along the East line of said Lot 8, a distance of 226.35 feet, thence at right angles West a distance of 50.4 feet to the NE corner of Lot 9 of said Auditor’s Subdivision No. 2, thence South along the East line of said Lot 9 a distance of 226. 35 feet to the South line of said Auditor’s Subdivision No. 2, thence East a distance of 50.4 feet to the point of beginning, said tract being a part of Lot 8, Auditor’s Subdivision No. 2, Kanabec County, Minnesota Together with easement and right of way for ingress and egress over and across the East 6 feet of the South 100 feet (running parallel with the East and South lines) of Lot Nine (9), Auditor’s Subdivision No. Two (2), as created in Shared Driveway Maintenance Agreement recorded as Document No. 235040 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE: $120,322.90 THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above-described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: January 08, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff’s Main Office, 18 North Vine St., Ste. 143, Mora, Minnesota to pay the debt secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any, on said premises and the costs and disbursements, including attorney fees allowed by law, subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns. If the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the Mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on July 08, 2019, or the next business day if July 08, 2019, falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation: NONE THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE

www.moraminn.com WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. DATED: November 01, 2018 ASSIGNEE OF MORTGAGEE: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Wilford, Geske & Cook P.A. Attorneys for Assignee of Mortgagee 7616 Currell Blvd; Ste 200 Woodbury, MN 55125-2296 (651) 209-3300 File Number: 040939F01 Published in the Kanabec County Times Nov. 22, 29, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018

PROBATE STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF KANABEC DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 33-PR-18-37 In Re: Estate of Michael J. Herman, Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR SUMMARY ASSIGNMENT OR DISTRIBUTION AND FOR APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Notice is given that a petition has been filed requesting that the Estate assets be summarily assigned and distributed without probate administration. The Petition also states that the Decedent died intestate. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and if no objections or claims are filed or raised, the Court may issue a decree distributing or assigning the estate assets. It is Ordered and Notice is now given that the Petition will be heard on January 7, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. by this Court at the Kanabec County Courthouse, 18 North Vine Street, Mora, Minnesota. BY THE COURT Dated: November 26, 2018 /s/ Sharon Schubert Court Administrator Nov. 26, 2018, 2:28 p.m. This document was drafted by: Ann M. Tessneer Attorney at Law 440 Emerson St. North, Suite 1 Cambridge, MN 55008 Phone: (763) 552-8933 Attorney ID No: 0264519 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota November 26, 2018 Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 6, 13, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF KANABEC TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 33-PR-18-39 Estate of: Elva Ardis Gotschall aka E. Ardis Gotschall aka Ardis Gotschall Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on January 7, 2019 , at 1:30 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 18 North Vine Street, Mora, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent, dated October 4, 2010, and codicil(s) to the Will dated NA and separate writing(s) under Minnesota Statutes section 524.2-513 (“Will”), and for the appointment of Nancy Rastall whose address is 2403 Northridge Ave Ct. N, West Lakeland, Minnesota 55082 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 Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) 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. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501B.41, subdivision 5. Dated: November 30, 2018 BY THE COURT Stoney L. Hiljus Judge of District Court Dated: November 30, 2018 /s/ Sharon Schubert Court Administrator Nov. 30, 2018 10:52 a.m. Attorney for: Personal Representative Name: John P. Ahlgren Firm: Ahlgren Law Office, LLC Street: One North Lake City, State, ZIP: Mora, MN 55051 Attorney License No: 12039X Telephone: (320) 679-1754 FAX: (320) 679-1378 Email: john@ahlgrenlawoffice. com Filed in District Court State of Minnesota Nov. 30, 2018 10:52AM Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 6, 13, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF KANABEC TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 33-PR-18-40 Estate of: Christine P. Eklund aka Christine Patricia Eklund aka Christine Eklund Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on January 7, 2019, at 1:30 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 18 North Vine Street, Mora, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent, dated February 14, 2008, and codicil(s) to the Will dated NA and separate writing(s) under Minnesota Statutes section 524.2-513 (“Will”), and for the appointment of Steven Donald Smith whose address is 4575 Nathan Ln N, #305, Plymouth, Minnesota 55442 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 Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) 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. A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501B.41, subdivision 5. Dated: November 30 2018 BY THE COURT Stoney L Hiljus Judge of District Court Dated: November 30,2018 /s/ Sharon Schubert Court Administrator Nov. 30, 2018 2:43 p.m. Attorney for: Personal Representative Name: John P. Ahlgren Firm: Ahlgren Law Office, LLC Street: One North Lake City, State, ZIP: Mora MN 55051 Attorney License No: 12039X Telephone: (320) 679-1754 FAX: (320) 679-1378 Email: john@ahlgrenlawoffice. com Filed in District Court State of Minnesota Nov. 30, 2018 2:43 p.m. Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 6, 13, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF KANABEC TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 33-PR-18-38 Estate of Gordon Kenneth Gunderson, Decedent NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION

FOR FORMAL PROCEEDINGS TO PROBATE WILL, APPOINT PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND DISTRIBUTE SPOUSAL SHARE OF AUGMENTED ESTATE NOTICE IS GIVEN that a petition signed by Ellen Marjorie Gunderson, for an Order for Probate of Will, Appointment of Personal Representative, and Distribution of Spousal Share of Augmented Estate (“Petition”) has been filed with the Court. 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 Petition may be granted. IT IS ORDERED, that the Petition will be heard on January 14, 2019, at 1:30 p.m. by this Court at 18 S. Vine Street #318, Mora, Minnesota. 1. Notice shall be given to all interested persons (MINN. STAT. § 524.1-401) and persons who have filed a demand for notice pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3204. 2. Notice shall be given by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order by U.S. Postal Service at least seventeen days prior to the hearing date. Publishing this Notice and Order in accordance with law by Local Newspaper in Kanabec County. Dated: December 5, 2018 BY THE COURT Stoney L. Hiljus Judge of District Court Dated: December 5, 2018 /s/ Sharon Schubert Court Administrator Dec. 5, 2018, 2:18 p.m. Attorney for Petitioner Paul T. Shaffer Shaffer Law Office, PLLC 130 W. Superior Street, Suite 730 Duluth, MN 55802 Attorney License No. 0271743 Telephone: (218) 722-5807 FAX: (218) 722-3785 Email: paulshafferlaw@gmail. com Filed in District Court State of Minnesota December 5, 2018 2:18 p.m. Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 20, 2018

COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNTY BOARD State of Minnesota County of Kanabec Office of the County Coordinator Synopsis of the County Board Minutes of 11/14/18 in pursuance of M.S.375.12 Subd.1. 1. The Kanabec County Board of Commissioners met at 9 a.m. on 11/14/18 pursuant to adjournment with the following board members present: Gene Anderson, Kathi Ellis, Dennis McNally, Kim Smith, and Les Nielsen. 2. Carried unanimously to approve the agenda as amended. 3. Carried unanimously to approve the 10/27/18 minutes as presented. 4. Carried unanimously to approve the following paid claims: Vendor Amount Elwood Design 20,950.00 EZ Excavating 12,491.90 Kanabec Co Aud/Treas 5,299.53 MN Energy Resources 5,110.25 9 Claims < $2,000 were paid from the Revenue Fund 4,161.41 48,013.09 5. Carried unanimously to approve the following claims on the funds indicated: Revenue Fund Vendor Amount Clifton Larson Allen 5,000.00 FBG 6,410.24 Firstlight 2,188.92 Fish Lake Improvement Assn 7,332.24 JCF Properties 2,100.00 KLID 6,900.00 MN UI 5,516.58 Northland Trust Svcs 328,207.50 Summit Food Service Mgmt 10,580.76 Totalfunds 3,000.00 83 Claims < $2,000 were paid from the Revenue Fund 23,409.19 400,645.43 Road & Bridge Fund Vendor Amount Cargill 17,440.29 Contech Engineered Solutions 87,107.80 Little Falls Machine 5,459.70 Maney Int’l 11,093.53 Mille Lacs County 2,625.93 Minerath Construction 79,114.75 Pomp’s Tire Svc 5,603.34 Reedsburg Hardware 4,461.99 S.W. Asphalt 12,180.00 Tiger Corp 13,729.60 16 Claims < $2,000 were paid from the R&B Fund 4,273.68 243,090.61 6. Carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 a.m. to a time

DECEMBER 13, 2018 immediately following the Public Health Board. 7. Carried unanimously to approve the Public Health Agenda. 8. Carried unanimously to authorize Kathy Burski to act on behalf of the Public Health Board. 9. Carried unanimously to approve a consent agenda approving agreements with the following entities: Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office, FirstLight, Health Dimensions Rehabilitation, Julie Hanenburg of Lighthouse Child and Family Services, Randall Bostrom, M.D. 10. Carried unanimously to approve an agreement with the State of MN. 11. Carried unanimously to approve the transfer of two buses to Tri-Cap. 12. Carried unanimously to approve the payment of 103 claims totaling $49,877.95 on Public Health Funds. 13. Carried unanimously to adjourn Public Health Board at 9:30am and to meet again on 12/19/18 at 9:05 a.m. 14. Carried unanimously to approve the following claims on SCORE Funds: Waste Management $4,469.25, Quality Disposal $3,319.80, Arthur Township $400. 15. Carried unanimously to approve the following claims on KLID Funds: Kanabec Publications $32.69. 16. Carried unanimously to approve a contract with Jerry Tvedt for Interim County Coordinator. 17. Carried unanimously to approve the On-Sale and Sunday Liquor License for Captains Trackside Grille. 18. Carried unanimously to approve the final payment to Interstate Improvements for Projects SAP 033-606-021 and SAP 033627-007. 19. Carried unanimously to accept the proposal from Engan Associates for a feasibility study. 10:20 a.m. – The Chairperson called for Public Comment. Those that responded included: Dave Etter – Ordinance #5, Jeff Hamme – Ordinance #5. 10:34am – The Chairperson closed Public Comment. 20. Carried unanimously to approve the Premises Permit Application for the Ogilvie Lions for charitable gambling to be held at Captain Dan’s Crows Nest. 21. Carried unanimously to approve the 2018 Bylaws for the Northeast MN Emergency Communications Board Regional Advisory Committee. 22. Carried unanimously to close the meeting at 10:40 a.m. for union negotiations. 23. Carried unanimously to re-open the meeting at 11a.m. 24. Carried unanimously to approve a contract with the Local Union106. 25. Carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 11:10 a.m. and to meet again in regular session on 11/28/18 at 9 a.m. For further information please contact the Kanabec County Coordinator’s Office at 6796440 or see our website at www. kanabeccounty.org. Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 2018 PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNTY BOARD State of Minnesota County of Kanabec Office of the County Coordinator Synopsis of the County Board Minutes of 11/28/18 in pursuance of M.S.375.12 Subd.1. 1. The Kanabec County Board of Commissioners met at 9 a.m. on 11/28/18 pursuant to adjournment with the following board members present: Gene Anderson, Kathi Ellis, Dennis McNally, Kim Smith, and Les Nielson. 2. Carried unanimously to approve the agenda as presented. 3. Carried unanimously to approve the 11/14/18 minutes as presented. 4. Carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 a.m. to a time immediately following the Family Services Board. 5. Carried unanimously to approve the Family Services Agenda as presented. 6. Carried unanimously to hire a Lead Child Support Officer at $21.77 per hour. 7. Carried unanimously to approve contracts with the following entities: Central MN Jobs & Training, Pine County, Isanti County, the State of MN DHS. 8. Carried unanimously to approve the payment of 63 claims totaling $128,700.70 on Welfare Funds. 9. Carried unanimously to adjourn

Family Services Board at 9:17 a.m. and to meet again on 12/19/18 at 9:05 a.m. 10. Carried unanimously to approve the following paid claims: Vendor Amount Kanabec Co Aud HRA 7,200.00 Kanabec Co Aud-Treas 5,581.50 MN Dept of Finance 7,719.00 MN Energy Resources Corp 6,859.12 4 claims < $2,000 were paid from the Revenue Fund 3,395.68 30,755.30 11. Carried unanimously to approve the following claims on the funds indicated: Revenue Fund Vendor Amount Election Systems & Software 8,031.86 KCCH 2,392.80 Kanabec Co Hwy Dept 3,601.61 KLID 5,590.24 LAMAR 2,250.00 Parallel Technologies 2,220.00 Summit Food Svc Mgmt 9,468.34 Totalfunds 3,000.00 57 claims < $2,000 were paid from the Revenue Fund 20,733.13 57,287.98 Road & Bridge Fund Vendor Amount Bjorklund Co 3,903.98 Cargill 7,963.37 East Central Diesel 4,349.87 Hjort 5,900.00 S.W. Asphalt 21,670.00 15 claims < $2,000 were paid from the R&B Fund 5,346.61 49,133.83 12. Carried unanimously to set wage of County Recorder at $38.86 per hour effective 1/1/19. 13. Carried unanimously to support the addition of Kanabec County to the Chisago-Isanti County Heartland Express Joint Powers Collaborative Agreement. 14. Carried unanimously to approve the Veteran Services Administrative Assistant Job Description. 15. Carried unanimously to appoint Dr. Michael McGee as Kanabec Co Coroner for 2019. 16. Carried unanimously to approve the Sheriff’s Office to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement with the BCA. 10:28 a.m. - The Chairperson called for Public Comment. Those that responded included: Jeff Hamme, Ordinance #5. 10:34 a.m. – The Chairperson closed Public Comment. 17. Carried unanimously to support a Snake River Watershed One Watershed, One Plan Project. 18. Carried unanimously to close the meeting at 11 a.m. for Union Negotiations. 19. Carried unanimously to re-open the meeting at 11:15 a.m. 20. Carried unanimously to approve agreement with Local Union No 320. 21. Carried unanimously to approve an agreement with Local Union No 49. 22. Carried unanimously to rescind Resolution #22 – 11/14/18. 23. Carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 11:28 a.m. and to meet again on 12/5/18 at 6:30 p.m. For further information please contact the Kanabec County Coordinator’s Office at 6796440 or see our website at www. kanabeccounty.org. Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 2018

PUBLIC HEARING SOUTHFORK TOWNSHIP SPECIAL HEARING NOTICE There will be a special hearing on Thursday, December 20th, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. at the Kanabec Town Hall, 200 E Rutherford St., Ogilvie, to discuss and consider the application for a Conditional Use Permit by Knife River for a proposed gravel pit extension in Southfork Township. Legal description: SW ¼ of Section 36, Township 38. Southfork Township residents are encouraged to attend. Jen Teigen, Clerk Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 6, 13, 2018 ISD #332 TRUTH IN TAXATION ISD #332 Mora Public Schools will be holding their annual Truth in Taxation Hearing in conjunction with the Regular School Board Meeting on Thursday, December 20, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. in Boardroom #238 in the High School Building. The public is welcome to attend. Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 20, 2018

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NOTICES SOUTHFORK TOWNSHIP WINTER MEETING NOTICE The regular meetings of the Southfork Town Board will be moved to the Kanabec Town Hall, 200 E Rutherford St., Ogilvie, for the following winter meeting dates: December 20 January 17 February 21 The meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. The meeting location will return to the Southfork Town Hall in March. Jen Teigen Clerk Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 6, 13, 2018 MINI STORAGE AUCTION Notice is hereby given that the following individuals are indebted to Quality Mini Storage, LLC for past due rent and other charges. Auctions will be conducted online at StorageTreasures.com, starting on Friday, December 21, 2018, and ending on Friday, December 28, 2018. Sale of a unit is subject to cancellation in the event of a settlement between Landlord and

obligated party. Property is located at 1072 MN-23, Ogilvie, MN 56358. Nanette Wellnitz - 10X20 - Unit #3 - Misc items Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 20, 2018 KANABEC COUNTY TOWNSHIPS FILING NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given to qualified voters of Kanabec County Townships, Kanabec County, state of Minnesota, that filing for town office will be held for a two-week period beginning January 1, 2019.( Jan 1, 2019 – Jan 15, 2019) Affidavits of Candidacy shall be filed with the Town Clerk (or designee) at the following locations (by appointment) beginning January 1, 2019 until January 15, 2019. Filing office will be open 1:00 p.m. till 5:00 p.m. on January 15, 2019. TOWNSHIP CLERKS Contact Address/Phone number ANN LAKE Debra Johnson 2389 Falcon St. Mora (320) 364-0117 ARTHUR Teri Bentler 1899 Frontage Road, Mora (320) 679-1347 GRASS LAKE Kellie Kelling

2615 Hwy 70, Braham (763) 464-4674 HAYBROOK Chris Eggert 1450 380th Ave. Isle (320) 676-3815 KANABEC Cindy Kapinos 1533 190th Ave., Ogilvie (320) 272-0146 KNIFE LAKE John Paulson 2298 Imperial St., Mora (320) 679-3741 PEACE Betty Caza 2025 290th Ave., Mora (320) 679-4644 POMROY Diana Rankin 3031 320th Ave., Brook Park (320) 384-0474 SOUTHFORK Jen Teigen 1578 Eagle St, Ogilvie (320) 272-9926 WHITED Teresa Panka 2638 Olympic St., Brook Park (320) 679-9243 Officers to be elected at the March 12, 2019 Annual Election. Dated this 3rd day of December, 2018. Kanabec County Township Association Secretary Julie R. Fore

Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 2018 GRASS LAKE TOWNSHIP OPEN POSTIONS POSTING Grass Lake Township, Kanabec County, State of Minnesota is posting openings for March 2019 election of officials: Four postions available for Grass Lake Township are being posted to the public: -Supervisor: One 3-year position, -Supervisor: Two 1-year terms, -Treasurer: One 2-year term, -Planning Commission: One 2-year position. If interested please contact Kellie Kelling Grass Lake Township Clerk at 763-464-4674 to file Affidavit of Candidacy. Affidavit of Candidacy dates are January 1, 2019- January 15, 2019, closing at 5:00 p.m. If you have any questions please contact Kellie Kelling. Grass Lake Township Clerk Kellie Kelling Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 20, 2018

SCHOOL BOARD APPROVED OGILVIE PUBLIC

SCHOOL - DISTRICT #333 SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES October 2, 2018 6:00 p.m. Ogilvie Board Room Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Chair DeYoung called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Members present: Anderson, DeBoer, DeYoung, Hass, Hickerson, and Gunderson. Member DeBoer made the motion to approve the agenda. Member Gunderson seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Member Hickerson to close the meeting pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D.05 subdivision 2 (b) for consideration of allegations against an employee. Pursuant to Minnesota Statute 13D.01 subdivision 3, the subjects to be discussed are the allegations raised and the actions the Board may take in response. Member DeBoer seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Board went into closed session at 6:03 p.m. Member Hickerson made the motion at 9:00 p.m. to open the meeting. Member DeBoer seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Member DeBoer introduced the following resolution: Be it resolved that the School Board of the Independent School District #333

Ogilvie takes action as follows: The School Board has reviewed and hereby approved letters to employees with any needed revisions as determined by the board chair. The board chair is hereby authorized to sign the letters on behalf of the school district. It is further ordered that any person pursuant to a proper request, the school district shall provide a copy of this resolution. Any release of said resolution however, shall not include exhibits or attachments hereto as the school board hereby finds that assessed materials constitute private data on individuals pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. Minnesota Statute 13.43. The board chair is specifically directed to maintain the private data classification of these materials in accordance with all applicable state and federal law including the provisions of Minnesota Statute 13. Member Hass seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Member Anderson made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:03 p.m. Member Gunderson seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Reno Gunderson, Board Clerk Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 13, 2018

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Students tour White House

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Second-grade students just completed a unit in citizenship and government. To wrap up this topic Ms. Erickson planned a Google expedition to the White House. The students were amazed and enjoyed using the goggles for a full hour as they explored each room of the White House.

New baby brings joy to ﬁve generations Everleigh makes ﬁve generations. L to R: Barb Whit (great-grandma), Joanne Hendricks (great-great-grandma), Everleigh Aragon (born 11-10-2018), Ashley Aragon (mom) and Keri Lucking (grandma).

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