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2018 IN REVIEW: REVIE Looking back at the highs and lows of the year behind us. P10-11

City of Mora examines stormwater issues BY SCOTT MCKINNEY NEWS@MORAMINN.COM

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FirstLight’s EMS Operations Supervisor June Juday shows visitors the ambulance garage and helicopter pad, explaining that having a heated garage is necessary to preserving temperature sensitive medications stored in the ambulances.

Hospital opens new emergency department The new ED is the second phase of FirstLight Health System’s $62 million expansion project STAFF REPORT NEWS@MORAMINN.COM

FirstLight Health System in Mora opened its new emergency department on Wednesday, Dec. 19, as part of its multi-phased two and a half year long expansion project. This is the second major phase of the project, following the southwest area of the building that opened in

July of 2018. This first phase included a rehabilitation area, inpatient rooms and birthing suites, a dedicated care team and social work area, public dining and an inpatient pharmacy. So far, completed work encompasses 70,000 square feet, with an additional 17,000 square feet that has been remodeled with the completed square footage for the entire project totaling just shy of 200,000 square feet. The new emergency department includes 11 exam/trauma rooms that are surrounded by the provider/nurse team area allowing for more efficient care. SEE EMERGENCY, PAGE 7

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Mark Vizenor, FirstLight’s facilities operations manager, shows open house visitors new trauma rooms.

Severe flooding this past July led the Mora City Council to undertake a storm water analysis, with the goal of pursuing grant funding for improvements. At its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 20 the City Council received two proposals for a comprehensive storm water analysis, from regional civil engineering firms Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services (AE2S) and Short Elliott Hendrickson (SEH). On Dec. 4 City Administrator Lindy Crawford summarized both, and the Council voted unanimously to accept AE2S’s proposal. “For decades we’ve been talking about Lake Mora and its fluctuating lake levels, and the effect it’s had on our residents and our community,” Crawford said. “We’re hoping to learn which areas of our community need attention: whether drainage pipes are adequately sized and located in the right areas.” “This analysis is our first step toward looking for grant opportunities to make needed improvements. People I’ve talked with at the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources say that understanding our system is the first step toward making improvements with grant funding.” The National Weather Service estimated that more than 6.5 inches of rain fell in 3 1/2 hours in Mora SEE ANALYSIS, PAGE 6

Spectacular Braham Christmas light display revived BY KIRSTEN FAURIE EDITOR@MORAMINN.COM

It has taken over 600 hours, 76,000 lights and a utility bill they hardly like to admit, but husbands Joshua Loria and Mike Bruce have revived a stunning Christmas light display at their home at 1027 Quail Street, Braham. Loria said despite the challenges that putting up such a display can create — from mice chewing wires to wind damage, they love putting up the display as a way to give back to their community and hopefully giving families a chance to build happy memories. “We remember, when we were kids, our fondest memories were loading in the car, going around the neighborhood and looking at Christmas lights,” SEE DISPLAY, PAGE 7

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The Christmas light display at the home of Josh Loria and Mike Bruce at 1027 Quail Street, Braham, utilizes over 76,000 lights. The display is synchronized to music. Visitors can view the display from 5-11 p.m. each night until Jan. 2 and turn their car radio to 99.3 p.m. to hear the music. On Friday Dec. 28 and Saturday Dec. 29, the show will play until midnight.

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The following charges were filed in Kanabec County Court on Dec. 17-20, 2018. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Kelly James Curtis (1/24/1969) of Cambridge was charged Dec. 17 with one felony count of controlled substance crime in the fifth degree, one gross misdemeanor count of controlled substance crime in the fifth degree and one misdemeanor count of careless driving. Jesse Todd Richardson (10/20/1992) of Warba was charged Dec. 19 with one gross misdemeanor count of driving after cancellation. Jason Leon Stephanie (4/26/1985) of Braham was charged Dec. 19 with one felony count of domestic assault, one felony count of fifth degree assaulttwo or more previous convictions in three years and one felony count of felony violation of order for protection. Brent Douglas Boozell (9/10/1970) of Mora was charged Dec. 19 with one gross misdemeanor count of driving after cancellation. Micah Gary Beaulieu (3/24/1992) of Mora was charged Dec. 19 with one misdemeanor count of theft. Leonard Dale Plank (5/18/1965) of Braham was charged Dec. 19 with one misdemeanor count of reckless or careless driving and one misdemeanor count of traffic accidents- driver involved fails to stop. James Anthony Brunhuber Jr. (9/23/1988) of Mora was charged Dec. 20 with one misdemeanor count of theft of services.

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Vanessa Schmitz shot this beautiful buck second weekend of riﬂe season at her grandparents place in Maple Ridge township.

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Kanabec County Times Editor Kirsten Faurie shot this small buck on opening day of riﬂe season near Sandstone.

You have the right to a court-appointed attorney

n 1962, Clarence Earl Gideon, a 51-year-old drifter with an eigth grade education, sat in a Florida prison cell serving five years for a pool hall burglary in which $5, a few beers and soda pop were taken. States were not required to provide lawyers to defendants in most criminal cases at that time. Mr. GideIt’s In Your on hand-wrote in his petition to the U.S. Court Supreme Court: The [State of Judge Florida] claims that Stephen Halsey a citizen can get a equal and fair trial without legal counsel [and] That the constitution of the United States does not apply to the State of Florida. Petitioner thinks that the fourteenth ammend. makes this so. Petitioner will attempt to show this Court that a citizen of the State of Florida cannot get a just and fair trial without the aid of counsel… [The State] claims that I have no right to file petitions for a Writ of Habeas Corpus. Take away this right to a citizen and there is nothing left. It makes no difference how old I am or what color I am or what church I belong too if any. The question is I did not get a fair trial. The question is very simple. I requested the court to appoint me attorney and the court refused. All countrys try to give there Citizens a fair trial and see to it that they have counsel. Mr. Gideon would not accept his fate. Against great odds, on March 18, 1963, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed with him that his trial was unfair because he was denied the right to an attorney. In this column I have addressed

the rights of all citizens to remain silent and not incriminate themselves when charged with a crime, as well as the right to the presumption of innocence. Another important Constitutional right is to have a court-appointed attorney if you financially qualify. This applies to all crimes for which a conviction may result in a jail or prison term. It does not apply to petty misdemeanors, offenses for which the maximum sentence is a $300 fine. The court has financial guidelines it is required to apply to determine whether a criminal defendant is entitled to a public defender. The court may also order that a defendant contribute some money toward the expense of their court-appointed attorney, depending on their financial circumstances. Recently I asked a defendant if he wanted to apply for a public defender, to which he replied, “I want to get an actual lawyer.” Minnesota is fortunate to have an excellent public defender system staffed with experienced and extremely-dedicated attorneys who carry very heavy caseloads. They are in the courtrooms of Minnesota every day representing thousands of citizens who otherwise would not have an attorney to advise and counsel them. All citizens are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. This presumption means little if citizens are not afforded an attorney when they certainly cannot under any circumstances afford one. In all but petty offenses juveniles are entitled to a court-appointed attorney. When any citizen is charged with

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a misdemeanor or felony in Minnesota, they may obtain an application for legal assistance from the court, fill it out completely and submit it to the court administrator. The application is reviewed by a judge to determine the defendant’s financial qualification for a public defender under federal poverty guidelines. What happened to Clarence Gideon? He had to face a re-trial for the burglary charge, but with a court-appointed lawyer to present his defense and challenge the State’s evidence. The jury found him not guilty, more than two years after he went to prison. Robert F. Kennedy, then U.S. Attorney General, said this about Clarence Gideon: If an obscure Florida convict named Clarence Earl Gideon had not sat down in prison with a pencil and paper to write a letter to the Supreme Court, and if the Supreme Court had not taken the trouble to look for merit in that one crude petition among all the bundles of mail it must receive every day, the vast machinery of American law would have gone functioning undisturbed. But Gideon did write that letter. The Court did look into his case and he was retried with the help of a competent defense counsel, found not guilty and released from prison after two years of punishment for a crime he did not commit, and the whole course of American legal history has been changed. More information about Minnesota Public Defense is at www.pubdef. state.mn.us.

Question: I know on the handicap placards, it is stated that they must be removed from hanging, while driving, but yet I see many hanging from mirrors, every day. I know you can’t hang fuzzy dice or other things from the mirror so I was just wondering about the handicap placards, since I see so many people driving with them hanging. Is there a fine if somebody gets pulled over for not removing them from the Ask A mirror or is it just that.......a Trooper warning? Answer: Having an object Neil Dickenson attached to the windshield or hanging from the rearview mirror can obstruct the driver’s view and result in a dangerous situation. The driver might not be able to see another vehicle, animal, pedestrian or bicyclist. Minnesota law prohibits any objects suspended between the driver and the windshield other than: sun visors, rearview mirrors, global positioning systems or navigation systems when mounted or located near the bottommost portion of the windshield; and electronic toll collection devices. This law does not apply to law enforcement vehicles and other authorized emergency vehicles. If you have a disability parking tag, it needs to be taken down while the vehicle is in motion. Only put the tag up when the vehicle is parked. Hanging other items such as air fresheners and fuzzy dice from the mirror is against the law. Law enforcement can and will conduct traffic stops when seeing an object that is blocking the driver’s view. They will issue a citation or warning. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Neil Dickenson – Minnesota State Patrol at 1131 Mesaba Ave Duluth, MN 55811. (Or reach him at Neil. Dickenson@state.mn.us)

JUDGE STEVE HALSEY, Wright County District Court, is chambered in Buffalo.

SERGEANT NEIL DICKENSON is Minnesota State Patrol public information officer for the state’s northeast region.

Recently I asked a defendant if he wanted to apply for a public defender, to which he replied, “I want to get an actual lawyer.”

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THIS WEEK: Featured Event of the Week

THUR. 12/27 Celebrate Recovery: 6 p.m. meal, True Vine Lutheran Church, Mora NAMI Connection: 6:30-8 p.m., Cambridge Medical Center, Harbor Room The Gathering: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Braham Evangelical Covenant Church Reﬂections Memory Café: 1:30-2:30 p.m., Eastwood Life Enrichment Center

Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery is a Bible-based, 12-step recovery program for those recovering from drugs, alcohol, hurts, habits and hang-ups. The group, for men and women, meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. at True Vine Lutheran Church, 130 S. Park St., Mora. They begin with a meal, share a testimony and teaching time and end with small group sharing. The closed meetings are a safe place to heal, grow and receive help and encouragement. There is no cost to participate. For more information call Pastor Harris at 612-559-2886.

DECEMBER Wedding Fair Vendor registration is now open for the East Central MN Wedding Fair to be held on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019, from 12-4 p.m. at Cambridge Middle School. Vendor information, shareable event flyer files, and couples’ pre-registration can be found online at: https://www. north65chamber.com/events/ spectacular-wedding-fair/.

DEC. 28 Dental Clinic Kanabec County Community Health 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.

DEC. 31 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.

Senior New Year’s Eve Luncheon A Daylight Celebration 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.

FRI. 12/28 The Refuge: Domestic Violence Mtg for Women: 12:30-2 p.m., Family Pathways Bldg, Mora

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GIRL SCOUTS HELP OGILVIE FOOD SHELF In December, the Ogilvie Girl Scouts, under the leadership of Amy Maciej, provided so much for the Ogilvie food shelf. Not only did the scouts raise 156.6 pounds of food for the food shelf, but they also spent hours of work helping Ogilvie Food Shelf Coordinator, Marian Beier, accomplish work at the food shelf, including shelving and bagging food. The Ogilvie Girl Scouts have been good supporters of the Ogilvie Food Shelf for several years. Included in the photo are the Ogilvie Girl Scout members working at the food shelf, accompanied by their leader Amy.

JAN. 8 Free Family Law Clinic The Refuge/Family Pathways, is sponsoring a free Family Law Clinic at 6 p.m. at the Family Pathways office in Cambridge, 1575 E. First Ave., Cambridge. Learn the basics on dissolution and custody, receive helpful materials, and have questions answered by an attorney. Call Bethany at 763-689-3532 with questions.

JAN. 16 Aspiring Entrepreneurship Training Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services is offering a half-day workshop from 12 p.m.-4 p.m.. at Minnesota WorkForce Center, 903 Forest Ave. E., Mora. Aspiring Entrepreneurs is to help you get started with a business idea. The workshops, facilitated by Morgan Baum, are small with personalized information. Register at https://tinyurl. com/y9ulb619. For more information call Rebecca at 612-2479319.

Retail 101 is for those who have recently started or will soon be starting their business. The workshops, facilitated by Morgan Baum, are small with personalized information. Register at https://tinyurl. com/y9ulb619. For more information call Rebecca at 612-2479319.

JAN. 25 Dental Clinic Kanabec County Community Health Children’s Dental Services will provide dental services for individuals age 0-26 and pregnant women at Kanabec County Community Health, 905 Forest Ave. E., Mora (320-679-6330). To set up a service contact with CDS call toll free 1-866-543-6009.

JAN. 27 Kids Free-Throw Championship The Knights of Columbus will host a free-throw championship at 1:00 p.m. at Mora Elementary, Gym 5, 200 N. 9th St., Mora. The event is open to girls and boys, ages 9-14. Register on day of event (bring a copy of birth certificate). For questions call, Dan Johnson 679-3723

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Retail Small Business Training

Avoiding the Workforce Desert

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services is offering a half-day workshop from 12 p.m.-4 p.m.. at Minnesota WorkForce center, 140 Buchanan St., Ste. 152, Cambridge.

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 cre-

SENIOR DINING Location: Dala Apartments - 470 Bean Ave., Mora Phone: 320-679-4029 between 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31: Sloppy Joe on a bun, seasoned potato wedges, corn, cookie. Tuesday, Jan. 1: Happy New Year. Dinning site closed. Wednesday, Jan. 2: Baked pork chops, whipped potatoes with gravy, squash, wheat bread, applesauce. Thursday, Jan. 3: Baked potato topped with chili and cheese, Italian lettuce salad, dinner roll, gelatin with topping. Friday, Jan. 4: Chicken Diane, rice pilaf, carrots, wheat bread, bar.

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.

ative 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.

MON. 12/31 Al-Anon.: 6 p.m., Courthouse, Mora

WED. 1/2 Braham Library- 9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m., Braham Event Center

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Weighing the new year with who we want to be

aybe I’ve just forgotten how to see That I’ll never be the person that I thought I’d be

I’ve yet to meet someone who’s life turned out exactly as they planned. The musician quoted above, Amanda Palmer, makes observations about the differences between what she pictures as her ideal future self and her actual self in her song “In My Mind.” The lyrics describe her daydreaming when she pictures her future self as the epitome of self discipline — she is thin, Editor a good defensive driver, never Kirsten Faurie gets hungover and is, overall, the type of person you might d i admire. This “ideal” self is a far cry from her actual self, and she isn’t exactly headed in a direction to see those ideals actualized. And when they put me in the ground I’ll start pounding the lid Saying I haven’t finished yet I still have a tattoo to get That says I’m living in the moment We often see the new year as a clean slate — a chance to be our best new selves. Much to our dismay, entering the new year doesn’t erase the shortcomings of the year past, nor does it make us the people we thought we would be by now. But who needs that stress? George Eliot Let’s not waste our time wishing our lives were somehow different. There is enough hate in the world without us hating ourselves for not living up to some strange, made-up standard of perfection. My hope for others is that they don’t see the new year as time to wish for a different version of themselves. I hope others can accept themselves for who they are. We should want to be who we are. Amanda Palmer leaves us with the realization that she is happy as she is, though she isn’t always in control and sometimes forgets her wallet.

‘The important work of moving the world forward does not wait to be done by perfect men.’

And maybe it’s funniest of all To think I’ll die before I actually see That I am exactly the person that I want to be KIRSTEN FAURIE is the editor of the Kanabec County Times. She can be contacted at editor@moraminn.com or by calling 320-225-5128.

QUOTABLES Every time you tear a leaf off a calendar, you present a new place for new ideas and progress.

Sleeping well is vital to good health CONTRIBUTED AMERICAN COUNSELING ASSOCIATION

ant to have less stress and anxiety in your life, along with generally better health? Then start getting more, and better, sleep. It’s simple advice but for millions of us it’s often difficult to accomplish. The American Sleep Association estimates some 50 to 70 million Americans suffer from some form of sleep disorder, ranging from insomnia that makes falling or staying asleep difficult, to sleep apnea, a sleep breathing disorder that makes a solid night’s sleep virtually impossible. If you believe you are suffering from a serious sleep disorder, it’s important to discuss the issue with your family doctor. Serious sleep disorders can have a direct effect on a person’s health. But if, occasionally, it simply feels difficult to fall asleep or to

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of which contain caffeine. And what can help you actually sleep better? Start with a comfortable bed and pillow. People also usually sleep better in cool rooms. Consider ear plugs or an eyemask if noise or excessive light is waking you up. A warm bath helps many people feel more relaxed and sleepy. It’s also a good idea to try not to nap during the day. And keep food, computers, cell phones, TV and other electronics out of your bedroom. Try reading or even listening to music instead. Adults need from seven to nine hours of sleep a night; infants and children even more. Start making changes for better sleep and you’ll feel more rested, relaxed and even healthier. COUNSELING CORNER is provided by the American Counseling Association. Comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling.org or visit the ACA website at www.counseling.org.

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get a good night’s sleep, there are actions you can take. Experts advise one of the best aids to sleeping well is having a regular sleep pattern. By going to bed and getting up at more or less the same time every day, you’re training your body and brain to have regular sleep habits. Researchers have also found there are a number of things to avoid if you want to improve sleep. Alcohol, when consumed within four to six hours of bedtime, might seem relaxing but actually interrupts the quality of your sleep. Caffeine and nicotine, both of which are stimulants, can make it difficult to fall asleep if ingested within four to six hours of bedtime. Nicotine includes not just cigarettes, but also cigars, vaping and anything delivering nicotine. And avoiding caffeine means not just skipping that after-dinner cup of coffee, but also avoiding evening tea, chocolate and cola drinks, all

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The calendar moves at full gallop

f deer are colorblind, why do you wear orange clothing when you go hunting? So I don’t get shot by another hunter. Then why does your wife give you camouflage clothing for Christmas every year?

DRIVING BY BRUCE’S DRIVE I have a wonAl’s World derful neighbor, Al Batt named Bruce. Whenever I pass hi i h his d drive, thoughts occur to me, such as: The calendar moves at full gallop. Psalm 90:12 says, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” The calendar I got from the bank told me to get cracking on the shopping. Inside a store, I listened to ringtones of marimbas and crickets as I shopped for candy. I listened to someone’s cellphone torturing a country song as I purchased candy. I bought candy for gifts because I know how to buy candy. I gave my father chocolate-covered cherry cordials every year. No one was tightlipped on cellphones. The woman ahead of me in line said over her cellphone, “I bought some shoes like I always do.” I felt a tinge of sadness as I thought of her spending all her days buying shoes. I purchased some oyster crackers, as they make great stocking stuffers. A young man wore shorts and a T-shirt. Not proper attire for December in the Midwest. His T-shirt carried a message that read: “I have issues.” I nodded in agreement. I heard a shopper say, “We’re going to need a bigger snow shovel.” He must have been a new resident to the area. Pete Moeller of Fairmont invited my wife and me to his place for a pine float. That’s a toothpick in a glass of water. TALES OF A DING-A-LING I was ringing the bells for the Salvation Army when I saw someone entering the supermarket who had just left it. I greeted her by telling her that it was good to see her again. She explained that she’d forgotten an ingredient for a dish she was preparing that evening and needed to get it. A fellow overheard the conversation and said, “You’re lucky you live in a small town. I live in a big city. If I forget something, it’s too much of a hassle to go back. I go with Plan B.” I returned to ringing enthusiastically with a bell with a small, light

clapper inside to limit the sound, so as to not annoy the employees. I recall ringing for 12 hours from the same spot, only with a much louder bell. An annoying bell being rung by an annoying guy can be hard to take for 12 hours. I was having a joyful time until I saw a shoplifter apprehended by policemen. It’ll be a bleak winter for someone. I’d witnessed such a thing before. When I was a boy, I found it impossible to be glad and sad (bittersweet) at the same time. I no longer do. It’s another step on the journey, I reckon. NATURE NOTES I stepped outside to look at the moon. It was dark otherwise and if that moon had been a musical instrument, it would have been blaring. The darkness caused me to think of the poet Tom Hennen’s book titled “Darkness Sticks to Everything.” Weather keeps a mind sharp. A man has to think about what to wear. The north wind had blown in birds or the birds had dragged the north wind with them. The wind has to blow. It’s the only job it has. I’d driven most of the day, going here and there. I watched a bald eagle and a crow feeding on a roadkilled deer. The eagle fed on one side, the crow on the other as they enjoyed the holiday feast of venison. I traveled a windswept highway at dusk when I spotted a murder of crows readying to roost in evergreens used as a living snow fence. I’ve become more accustomed to seeing winter roosts of crows in cities. Crows flock because there is safety in numbers, but they could do that anywhere there are trees. A city serves them well for a number of reasons. No hunting, fewer great horned owls, artificial light that helps spot owls, large trees for roosting, ample food sources and the cities are warmer than rural areas. To a crow, living in the city during the winter is something to crow about. MEETING ADJOURNED Oren Arnold wrote, “Christmas gift suggestions: To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect.” Gifts come in all shapes and sizes. Give a kind word. Happy Holidays. AL BATT is a syndicated columnist. For questions or comments about this article, contact Al at allenbatt@ msn.com.

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New state laws take effect Jan. 1 BY KURT DAUDT, SPEAKER MINNESOTA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

The following is a list of select new laws passed during the 2018 legislative session that take effect Jan. 1, 2019. The asterisk following the bill number denotes the language that became law. Summaries of all laws passed by the 2018 Legislature are available online from nonpartisan House Public Information Services at http://www. house.mn/newlaws/#/ search/2018. BUSINESS AND COMMERCE ‘Certified’ reinsurers join the state’s risk-sharing groups Minnesota will recognize a new class of reinsurance organizations — deemed “certified reinsurers,” who join “licensed” and “accredited” reinsurers — that take on some of the risk of licensed Minnesota insurance companies. This new classification will allow reinsurers not licensed in Minnesota to work in the state as long as they meet certain bookkeeping and financial strength requirements. The new law requires the Department of Commerce to receive public input on certified reinsurance applications and publish a list of certified reinsurers with their ratings from agencies like S&P and Moody’s. Sponsored by Rep. Joe Hoppe (R-Chaska) and Sen. Gary Dahms (R-Redwood Falls), the new law will give the department new authority over out-of-state companies that want to work as certified reinsurers in the state. Most of the new law takes effect Jan. 1, 2019. HF3622*/SF3241/CH125 Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts A new law will repeal and replace the standard for notaries public and update Minnesota statutes to reflect a nationally recognized uniform law called the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts. Most notably, the law will allow for and regulate remote online notaries, including electronic signatures, seals and records. Under Section 4 of the law, individuals cannot notarize their spouse’s records, or where either has a direct beneficial interest; Section 5 requires acknowledgement, verifications, signatures, copies and available protests; Section 6 deals with in-person notarization; and Section 15 outlines what remote online notaries public will look like. Those requirements include: • people can be in the same physical place as someone else who can see, hear and communicate tangible identification credentials; • notaries located in Minnesota can communicate with others outside the state on an electronic

device or process; • notaries can use electronic seals to confirm the remotely-approved document; and • notaries must be registered with the secretary of state to perform remote online notarizations. The Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, sponsored by Rep. Dennis Smith (R-Maple Grove) and Sen. Jerry Relph (R-St. Cloud), outlines records and certificates. It also states how a notary can be removed – only by the governor, district court or Commerce Department – and for what reasons. The secretary of state’s office keeps a database of Minnesota’s notaries public. The law is effective Jan. 1, 2019. HF1609/SF893*/CH176 CONSUMERS Protecting children from identity theft A new law is intended to keep children safe from identity theft. Sponsored by Rep. John Petersburg (R-Waseca) and Sen. John Jasinski (R-Faribault), the law extends security freeze protections to individuals under age 16 by allowing credit reporting agencies to freeze existing credit reports or to develop credit reports on young account-holders and subsequently freeze those reports. The law, mostly effective Jan. 1, 2019, gives credit reporting agencies 30 days to act after the consumer requests a freeze or lift. HF1243*/SF1811/CH158 EMPLOYMENT Presumptive PTSD for public safety personnel As part of a new law relating to workers’ compensation, if a peace officer, firefighter, corrections officer or some medical personnel on active duty is diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, and has not been diagnosed with the mental impairment previously, the mental impairment is presumptively an occupational disease and shall be presumed to have been due to the nature of employment. This section is effective for employees with dates of injury on or after Jan. 1, 2019. Per the law, “the mental impairment is not considered an occupational disease if it results from a disciplinary action, work evaluation, job transfer, layoff, demotion, promotion, termination, retirement, or similar action taken in good faith by the employer.” The law is sponsored by Rep. Tony Albright (R-Prior Lake) and Sen. Paul Utke (R-Park Rapids). HF3873*/SF3420/CH185 ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Municipalities establishing waste collection will face new guidelines A yearlong effort by multiple parties to forge a new process for municipal-

ities to adopt solid waste collection systems will take effect Jan. 1, 2019. Currently, if a local government seeks to implement a solid waste collection method it must establish a committee to identify and evaluate potential new methods. That evaluation will be expanded to include an analysis of residents’ ability to choose a solid waste collector based on cost, services provided and other factors, and the impact of collection vehicle operation on city streets and alleys. Sponsored by Rep. Dennis Smith (R-Maple Grove) and Sen. Dan Hall (R-Burnsville), the new law will also affect collector negotiations by extending the period during which local governments are required to negotiate with licensed haulers from the current 60 days to “at least” 60 days. Negotiating parties will also be allowed to informally meet and confer regarding waste collection issues prior to negotiations. HF3095*/SF2697/CH177 HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES New law boosts reimbursement to Episcopal Homes New dollars are heading to a senior housing and care service facility in St. Paul. Effective Jan. 1, 2019, a new law will increase the skilled nursing facility property rate paid by Medical Assistance to Episcopal Homes by $7.55 through existing moratorium exemption appropriations. A prior construction project in the St. Paul Midway area put Episcopal Homes at the state’s property rate maximum. The new law, sponsored by Rep. Deb Kiel (R-Crookston) and Sen. Richard Cohen (DFL-St. Paul), bypasses this. HF2920/SF2762*/CH141 Step therapy protocol established A new law will require health plan companies to establish step therapy protocols and provide enrollees with clinical review criteria. Step therapy is a way doctors prescribe new medication, but it often doesn’t directly correlate to out-of-pocket expenses – meaning patients don’t always start with the least-expensive medication before moving to more expensive ones. A protocol, according the law’s sponsors, Rep. Kelly Fenton (R-Woodbury) and Sen. Paul Utke (R-Park Rapids), will give doctors and patients another tool in deciding which medication to choose. The law also allows doctors and patients to request overriding the health plan written protocol. It is effective Jan. 1, 2019, and applies to health plans offered, issued or sold after that date. HF3196*/SF2897/CH162

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Phony quilt company scams holiday shoppers CONTRIBUTED BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU OF MINNESOTA AND NORTH DAKOTA

Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) warns consumers of a fraudulent quilt selling scheme this holiday season. Reports have come in from all over the country about a company, claiming to operate out of Oregon under the name Amelia Cotton Quilt Company, that is not delivering the products consumers think they are purchasing. Hundreds of complaints, including some from people in Minnesota and North Dakota, say they have paid for quilts that they never received. Most of the consumers report trying to purchase them through a Facebook ad that directs them to the website www.Ameliacotton10.com. Amelia Cotton Quilt Company is not registered with the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office, and its business address is a private residence in Salem. One victim in Minnesota

says they purchased three quilts from a Facebook ad in late November for about $180.00. They reported to BBB’s Scam Tracker that the tracking number was fake and the website they purchased the quilts from has disappeared. Amelia Cotton Quilt Company is believed to now be using the website www.sleepoius.com. BBB encourages consumers who have lost money in this kind of scam to file a complaint with BBB, to contact their bank and to report it to local law enforcement. Consumers who have not lost money may submit a report through BBB Scam Tracker. The mission of the Better Business Bureau is to promote through self-regulation, the highest standards of business ethics and conduct, and to instill public confidence in responsible businesses through programs of education and action that inform, protect and assist the public. Contact the BBB at thefirstbbb. org or 651-699-1111, toll-free at 1-800-646-6222.

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Mora industrial park certiﬁed shovel ready Manufacturing jobs in Minnesota pay an average annual wage 17 percent higher than the state’s overall The Mora Industrial Park recently average wage, which makes attractreceived its Shovel Ready Site certifi- ing them a priority for economic cation after, making both of Kanabec development. County’s industrial parks easily “Assisting businesses create those marketable to industrial businessjobs on the combined total of 49 acres es. The second, Braham Industrial in Kanabec County’s two industrial Park, was certified in June 2018. parks makes a whole lot of sense,” The State of Minnesota said Kanabec County Department of EmployEconomic Development ment and Economic Director Heidi SteinDevelopment’s Shovel metz. Ready Site CertificaFurthermore, both tion Program provides industrial parks are communities with a comcity-owned, so selling petitive edge in attractthe acreage to private ing business startups, companies would put the expansions or relocaacreage back on the tax tions. The certification rolls. process requires that the DEED’s certification most time-consuming process requires an technical and regulatory application with many Jack L’Heureux aspects of development required exhibits, are completed before lots including title commitMayor of Mora are sold to businesses. ments, environmental The certification reports, ALTA surveys, process was pushed by the Mora and marketing materials and several Kanabec County economic developspecialized maps. In 2017, the Kanament authorities. bec County EDA submitted applicaJack L’Heureux, Mora’s outgoing tions to DEED for both Braham and mayor and member of both the City Mora Industrial Parks. EDA and County EDA, was instruMora Industrial Park is located mental in obtaining Shovel Ready near the northern crossroads of Certification for Mora Industrial State Highways 65 and 23, 17 miles Park. “I am proud to be part of both west of I-35. EDAs and the work we do to help Owned by the City of Mora, there retain, attract and grow businesses are four lots (20 total acres) available in our community,” said L’Heureux. for sale and immediate development. Jobs creation and increasing comAnother six-acre undeveloped lot is mercial/industrial tax base are top also available for sale. Visit www.kagoals of most economic development nabec-eda.org for details or contact organizations throughout the United Beth Thorp, City of Mora, at 320-225States. 4807.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, there is a great deal that can be learned from your sense of freedom to explore and dream. See things from a new perspective and embrace your creativity.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Use your words and mind to make quick decisions that have others reacting to you with awe, Taurus. Your intuition will guide you where you need to be.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Attempt to engage more of your rational mind this week, Scorpio. Consider enlisting others who can keep you on a track to greater discipline and accountability.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, begin the week with some vigorous exercise to get the blood ﬂowing through your body and your mind. This will help you think and act more clearly. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, if you have been looking for ways to spend your free time, why not think about giving back to your community? Consider how your talents can be volunteered. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Approach a major project with your signature enthusiasm, Leo. All you need to do is break it down into smaller portions and work step by step for the greater whole. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, try not to compare yourself to other people or make judgements too quickly. Keep an open mind and recognize your self-conﬁdence is a great asset.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, now is a good time to put yourself in others’ shoes. By doing so, you can ﬁgure out how your own actions affect others and determine if you need to make some changes. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Don’t hesitate to pick up a fashion magazine or learn about the latest trends, Capricorn. It may be time to reinvent yourself. Start with a few new pieces of clothing.

‘I am proud to be part of both EDAs and the work we do to help retain, attract and grow businesses in our community’

ANALYSIS: In wake of summer ﬂoods, city studies stormwater infrastructure FROM PAGE 1

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, if you ﬁnd your mind wandering, make an effort to refocus your attention on important matters. Daydreaming can be beneﬁcial, but only to a certain extent.

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rain fell in 3 1/2 hours in Mora on the morning of Thursday, July 12, 2018. The Snake River rose 12 feet within 30 hours from when the rain began and local law enforcement closed several roads due to high water. After the storm the City spent just under $100,000 to pump water out of Lake Mora. “This was a unique situation that we weren’t counting on,” said Crawford. “We’re working with FEMA and the rest of Kanabec County to be reimbursed for that expense.”

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‘... our amount of rainfall seems to be unpredictable. The ﬂood this summer certainly brought that to light, and it’s time to take a serious look at our storm water infrastructure.’

AE2S’s analysis is already underway, and Crawford estimates that it will be completed in midJune. “The study isn’t complicated itself. We’re working with the state and Kanabec County Emergency Management,” she said. “Though the City is paying for the study, we’ll work together with them. “With changes in weather, our amount of rainfall seems to be unpredictable. The flood this summer certainly brought that to light, and it’s time to take a serious look at our storm water infrastructure.”

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FirstLight representatives celebrated the opening of the new emergency department. Pictured back row (l-r) Sandy Zutz-Wiczek (COO), Kim Carlson (Sr VP, HR), Teri Heggernes (board chair), Kim Smith (county commissioner), Carl Pederson (board), Paul Kent (board), Dr. Donner (board), Josh Asp (CFO), Randy Ulseth (CEO). Front row (l-r): Ellen Ryan (CQO), Dr. Kathi Ellis (county commissioner and board), Becci Steffen (board), Amy Anderson (board), Dr. Niskanen (CMO), Diane Bankers (CNO).

EMERGENCY: Safety, efficiency drive hospital design FROM PAGE 1

The layout of the space enhances privacy and minimizes contact between patients with potentially contagious illnesses and others. Rooms were designed to be larger yet quieter while accommodating the new technological advances required in emergency medicine. The helicopter pad was moved this past summer to the northern side of the building allowing for a more private en-

try and exit point for trauma patients. During tours of the facility, visitors were able to watch the medical helicopter land and take off all from inside the ambulance garage. The ambulance garage is temperature controlled, which is needed for temperature sensitive materials and medicines stored in the ambulances. Two waiting areas are available for incoming patients, their families and friends along with a more private section once admitted.

FirstLight officials said safety and efficiency were driving principals for the design. FINAL PHASE STILL AHEAD The third and final phase of the construction project is yet ahead. This phase will include a new gift shop, relocation of the FirstLight Eye Clinic from its location on Union Street to within the hospital campus, improvements to the laboratory, diagnostic imaging, IT department and remodeled waiting

areas. Construction is expected to be finalized in 2019. Planning and discussions for this project started in 2013 citing improvements to the infrastructure, patient access, services, security and technology. In total, the expansion project is expected to cost approximately $62 million and will not use any tax dollars.

DISPLAY: Couple inspires happy family memories with Christmas light display FROM PAGE 1

Loria said. “They are some of our best memories. We created some great, quality, family time and that is what we wanted to re-create.”

INSPIRED BEGINNINGS “This started with two guys in their first house who wanted to put up some Christmas lights,” said Loria. It sounds simple enough, but that was 16 years ago, and each year the display grew. As the display grew, so did its complexity. Bruce began to synchronize the display to music and broadcast it via radio so visiting cars could hear it. Not satisfied with what could be purchased at a store, the couple began creating custom pieces — like a giant train set carrying a load of snow globes. “Luckily I married Bob the Builder,” joked Loria, crediting Bruce for crafting much of display. At its peak, Loria said they would see as many as 2,000 cars viewing the display in a season. Loria and Bruce began using the opportunity to fund-

raise for some of their favorite charities by leaving a donation box at the end of the driveway. Donations do not go to supporting the light display. This year, donations will be divided among three charities: 1) Lil Farm Children’s Home, Cambridge 2) Isanti County Humane Society 3) Hope 4 Youth MN Loria said throughout the years he was inspired by the kindness of strangers who commented on the display and made donations. The display continued to build until some health issues led the couple to take a break from putting up the display for a few years. This year Loria and Bruce revived the display. Strong winds in early December delayed their start time, but they were able to begin showing their lights on Dec. 12, making tweaks all the way through Dec 21. GIVING BACK Loria and Bruce are not originally from Braham. They aren’t even originally from

Minnesota. Loria grew up in New York, while Bruce traveled a lot in his childhood as the child of a military family, but spent much of his life in San Antonio. The two met in New Orleans, but Loria missed feeling the full four seasons he once had in New York. After hearing about the famous “Minnesota nice’ they decided to move to Minnesota. “We want to say, hey, we’re not from around here but we want to be Minnesota nice,” he said. Loria and Bruce have set up a GoFundMe page to help gather donations to the charities at www.gofundme.com/ braham-lights-charities-2018. Loria just hopes visitors would be inspired to help their own communities and their less fortunate neighbors. “Here’s why we do it, and this is something I really want people to get: ... This is our gift to the community ... This is our way of giving back. All that we ask, is please, pay it forward.”

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Over the years the couple has experimented with a variety of storage techniques including using garden hose reels to wind strings of lights. Loria’s favorite storage technique is also the simplest and he offered these tips for others to store lights: Put each set of lights in a plastic bag, then store bags of lights in a plastic bin. Loria said it is essential to keep rodents like mice, chipmunks or squirrels away which can damage lights. Rodents intentionally chew wires to wear down their teeth. Their teeth are constantly growing, much like ﬁngernails, and chewing wires is a way rodents keep teeth trimmed.

When: 5-11 p.m. Now-Jan. 2 (5 p.m.-12 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays) Music: Tune radios to 99.3 FM to hear music synchronized with the light display. Each playing of the show is approximately 20 minutes long. Etiquette: When parked, please turn off headlights, leaving only parking lights on so others may enjoy the display. Be respectful of the property as this is a private home. Donations: At the end of the driveway is a donation box. Donations do not go to supporting the light display, but are given to these three charities 1) Lil Farm Children’s Home , Cambridge MN 2) Isanti County Humane Society 3) Hope 4 Youth MN

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Believers are called to courageous faith

hicken McNuggets have a tendency to bring out the best in people. A 12-year-old girl in New York City was recently hailed for her bravery in an argument with a male classmate that almost turned violent. When a boy asked for one of her McDonald’s chicken nuggets, she refused. After being denied once, the boy then followed the girl Focus on into a nearby subway station, pulled out a Faith gun, and pointed the weapon at her head. Mike Rue Incredibly, the police reports say that the girl slapped the boy’s hand away, told him

to leave her alone, and went about the rest of her day. Police charged the boy for attempted robbery, and the chicken-nugget-loving girl quickly became an internet sensation. The courage of this young girl was either rooted in an unhealthy obsession with chicken nuggets, ignorance of the seriousness of the situation or sheer stubbornness. Either way, she displayed courage that many of us couldn’t muster on our best days. Though it is very unlikely that we will be called to defend our chicken McNuggets against thugs, believers are called to a higher level of courage. The Christmas story in Matthew 1 also calls us to courageous faith. Joseph, the adoptive father of Jesus, had to show incredible courage in

deciding to marry Mary. Her “illegitimate” pregnancy would have caused them both severe social ostracization. He would lose his reputation, even his economic future would have been on the line. Yet, because of his confidence in God, he was willing to face any consequence for his faith. It takes courage to follow Christ. Truly following Christ means that you face the risk of humiliation, losing friends and family, being called a fool or losing everything. But the benefits far outweigh the risks. In Christ we have forgiveness of sins, a clear conscience, our fears are subsided, we find true joy, we have hope in a dark and difficult world and we are comforted in our afflictions. Through Christ shame is mended, addictions flee, we are able to see that this

world is not all that there is. In Christ we can look death square in the face and say, “You’ve got nothing on me!” Faith is incredibly risky. It involves courage. Why not carry Christmas forward by mustering the courage to say, “I’m in!” and truly start following Jesus? Joseph points us to a faith in which courage is expected and heaven and hell are in the balance. I like chicken nuggets but not if my life depended on them. Would you courageously live for Christ by being willing to sacrifice anything to keep him? Follow Christ in courageous faith this Christmas and say, “I’m in.” MIKE RUE is the senior pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church of Mora. For questions or comments about this column, contact him at pastormichaelrue@gmail.

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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Area artists present ‘Digital Mischief’ BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Two area artists using digital tools to compose unique, expressive images will share their work in a Pine City art show this January. Dee Kotaska of Mora and Gail Gates of North Branch have both been exploring techniques to creatively bend the borders between photography and digital art, and their “Digital Mischief” show – opening on Jan. 11 at Pine Center for the Arts – will offer examples of how each of them has developed her own personal style in this new medium.

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“Cat Structure” by Dee Kotaska.

‘I WAS GONE’ Kotaska has been taking photos for more than 40 years, and was already creating award-winning photographs before she began altering her images. But, she said, she had long felt compelled to push the limitations of photography. “As a photographer – a traditional photographer – I always wanted to create art,” Kotaska said. “So I would experiment with every lens, every techMIKE GAINOR | PINE CITY PIONEER nique that I could think of that would Gail Gates (left) and Dee Kotaska (right) create art by manipulating photos with digital tools. help me.” She was attending a class in Hawaii when she saw one of the instructors, pictures came out,” Gates said. “What length, and not only about what we a National Geographic photographer, I saw in my head was not translating wanted to do with photography, but as sitting in the grass taking onto the film. And back people.” pictures with his iPhone. then, living on a farm, it She was skeptical. took you six weeks to get ‘IT’S THAT NOT KNOWING’ “I’m shaking my head: the film developed.” Both artists said they have learned ‘You can’t do it, you can’t Gates had won a grant much from each other over the past few do it, you can’t do it,’” she to try to develop her years, and that their friendship and said. style – what she was then artistic collaboration has been a great But then, that night, the calling “impressionistic source of inspiration. This will be the photographer explained photography” – and was third time they have presented their how he was using apps on seeking a mentor. That’s work together in a gallery show. his phone to transform when she was introduced Still, though they both love sharthe pictures he took. And to Kotaska. ing ideas and investigating the latest then he showed them his “When I saw Dee’s work digital tools, they each use those tools images. ... I was just stunned how to create images in their own personal, “I went ‘Oh, blankity you could take something individual style. blank blank,’” Kotaska familiar and twist it into “For me, I am always looking for a said, laughing. “I was something so emotional,” way to tell the story better, or to convey Gail Gates gone.” Gates said. “I wanted an emotion,” Kotaska said. “So it isn’t Digital Artist that. And she had it.” about how much I manipulate [the im‘I WANTED THAT’ And when the two met in person, a age], it’s what’s going to tell the story.” Gates said she has been shooting pho- friendship began as well. “I think Dee is more deliberate in her tos since she was a young child. “The more we talked, the more we storytelling,” Gates said, smiling. “I’m “I was fascinated with the world, but clicked,” Kotaska said. “It was just like, more the gypsy girl – ‘Oh, that’s cool.’” I was always disappointed with how the wow, we’re really on the same waveBoth of them said they don’t go into

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MARCH 1

MORA NORDIC SKI TEAM COMPETES AT STATE At the 2018 Minnesota State Nordic Ski Tournament the Mora Mustangs showed their skill and dedication, both as individuals and as teams. Two sophomores were Mora’s top skiers at State: Cooper Lennox finished in 14th place, and Johanna Schwinghamer in 42nd. The boys team finished in 10th place overall, and the girls finished 13th. .

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MOTHER, SON FORM POWERLIFTING PAIR Joslyn, a Brook Park resident, is a competitive powerlifter who has placed second at the Women’s State Championship in USA Powerlifting in Jan. 2017 as well as third at the Central Regional Championships in 2017. Oliver Solomon, Joslyn’s 9-year -old son, also competes in powerlifting events. His favorite lift is the deadlift, just like his mom’s.

WHEN STUDENTS LEAVE: SCHOOL BUDGETS IMPACTED FOR BETTER OR WORSE AS STUDENTS ENROLL IN (OR OUT) OF THEIR AREA SCHOOL DISTRICTS For parents, it’s about personal choice. For school districts, it can mean a gain or loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars as public schools are funded based on the number of students they serve.

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FEB. 1 EXCEPTIONAL Vasaloppet USA organizers are excitedly making preparations to host the International Vasaloppet Ski Exchange Conference taking place in Mora in conjunction with the Vasaloppet USA ski race.

MARCH 22 MORA STUDENTS HONOR VICTIMS At 10 a.m. March 14, approximately one quarter of the Mora High School student body gathered on the school lawn to respect and remember the 17 people who died in the Parkland, Florida school shooting.

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Snow making equipment installed at the Nordic Ski Center in Mora has produced mountains of snow to cover the Vasaloppet trail system.

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One month after the Parkland, Florida, school shooting, Mora students gathered around photographs and roses to honor the 17 people who died.

BRAHAM STUDENTS DIE IN CRASH Two Braham Area Schools students died Saturday, March 10, after a crash in Kanabec County near the intersection of 195th Avenue and Rainbow Street. According to Kanabec County Sheriff Brian Smith, the accident occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. when a Ford Fusion sedan headed North on Rainbow Street/County Road 5 failed to stop at a stop sign. The car continued into the intersection where it was struck by an eastbound pickup truck. The driver of the car was 18-year-old Alexis Hasser; 16-year-old Gavin Butenhoff was a passenger. Butenhoff was pronounced dead at the scene. Hasser was transported to North Memorial and later died. The Braham Area Schools made an announcement on social media that mourned the deceased and offered support: We are deeply saddened tonight to announce the passing of Braham Area School’s Gavin Butenhoff (11th grade) and Alexis Hasser (12th grade) as the result of a vehicle accident. Gavin and Alexis are treasured members of our Bomber family... This is a time a deep sadness for our Braham Community. We offer our love and support for all those hurting.

FEB. 22

OGILVIE STUDENTS WALK IN, WALK UP Ogilvie Public Schools Own It! students organized a special event last week to honor school shooting victims while encouraging awareness and kindness in their own school. At 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 14, students in grades 6-12 were permitted to hold a “walk in” where students could leave class and walk a designated loop inside the school. The hallways were adorned with paper notes holding positive messages and the names of the victims in the Parkland, Florida school shooting.

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Notes with positive messages and the names of the Parkland school shooting victims covered the walls of Ogilvie schoo during the student led “Walk In; Walk Up” event.

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SCHOOL OFFICER BRIDGES COPS, COMMUNITY On Feb. 5, deputy Justin Strom of the Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office headed to the halls of Mora and Ogilvie schools with the goal of bonding with students and steering at-risk kids in the right direction as he takes on the newly-established role of school resource officer. Crawford

CITY HIRES NEW ADMIN. Mora’s new City Administrator brings innovative experience in city management and planning, and looks forward to working with residents, business owners and departments in her new position. At its Tuesday, March 20, 2018 meeting the Mora City Council announced that Lindy Crawford will take the position of City Administrator.

MAY 3 SHOOTING SPORTS CONTINUE TO GROW The Mora and Ogilvie Trap Shooting teams’ season is well underway according to head coach Dale Barnick.

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Deputy Justin Strom of the Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office will be taking on a the role of a mentor and friend as he works full time as a school resource officer in the Mora and Ogilvie school districts.

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WELLNESS CENTER CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING On May 23, the representatives from FirstLight Health System and Mora Public Schools partnered to host a grand opening celebration for the newly constructed FirstLight Community Wellness Center.

MIDSUMMER FEST CELEBRATES HERITAGE, SOLSTICE The Dala Heritage Society will once again bring the traditional Midsummer celebration of Sweden to the Mora Library Park Friday, June 22. The annual event marks the summer solstice.

An indoor track and four milti-sport courts can be used for basketball, volleyball, tennis and even pickle ball.

Betsy Hoppe of the Dala Heritage Society.

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Kidnapping victim escapes moving car; investigation ongoing Car chase turns fatal Vadnais Heights man charged with sexual assault of two underage girls 5 Mora teenagers hospitalized following van collision Man charged with child’s rape Breastfeeding conﬂict prompts pool-side nurse-in 1 house, 2 house; red house, blue house ‘Two angels’ pull over to pull off miracle When NASA calls, Braham students answer Ogilvie superintendent on administrative leave

JUNE 14 ‘TWO ANGELS’ PULL OVER TO PULL OFF MIRACLE Friday of Memorial Day weekend, while a nurse was running late for her evening shift and a man was headed to his cabin, another man turned pale and collapsed. Thus began Roger Geiger’s fight for his life.

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Lee Dybvig (center) of Sandstone and his canoing partner James Gregg of Stillwater get a vigorous start at the Snake River Canoe Race on May 5. Dybvig and Gregg took ﬁrst place in the citizen non-aluminum male (combined age over 130) class.

MAY 10 RACERS MAKE WAVES DOWN SNAKE RIVER Canoeists and spectators could not have asked for better conditions for the start of the 28th Annual Snake River Canoe Race May 5. KIRSTEN FAURIE | TIMES

Governor Mark Dayton (center) visited Mora Monday, July 16, to assess damage and meet with community leaders including Pine County Sheriff Jeff Nelson (left) and Kanabec County Sheriff Brian Smith (right.)

AUG. 9

JULY 19 RAIN REMINISCENT OF JULY 2016 FLOODS COUNTY IN ALL-TOO-FAMILIAR WAYS There was something disturbingly familiar about the morning of Thursday, July 12, as Kanabec County area residents woke to torrents of rain, flash flooding and road closings. This has happened before. Two years ago to the day, a similar downpour drenched the county. KIRSTEN FAURIE | TIMES

A visitor examines the list of 58,195 names of fallen service members on a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.

JULY 26

BREASTFEEDING CONFLICT PROMPTS POOL NURSE-IN An incident at the Mora Aquatic Center regarding public breastfeeding sparked a social media firestorm and prompted mothers to organize a peaceful “nurse-in” demonstration at the pool.

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FARMERS REPORT DISAPPOINTING SOYBEAN HARVEST, RECORD CORN YIELDS Following Thanksgiving, most farmers had their soybeans harvested, but were battling the wet weather and fields to finish their corn harvest. “It has been a difficult harvest,” said John Swanson

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Mother of two, Sarah Terpstra, attended a breastfeeding demonstration outside the Mora Aquatic Center on July 21. Sarah said she feels social anxiety and fears retribution for breastfeeding in public.

MEMORIALS HONOR VETS, ADDRESS PTSD Hundreds of visitors came to the Mora Civic Center between Aug. 1-5 to witness a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall and see the first public unveiling of “Silent Battle,” a sculpture dedicated to awareness of post traumatic stress disorder among service members.

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Ogilvie Lion Brandon Hill pushes back at his Mountain Iron-Buhl opponent on Oct. 17

SEPT. 13 GOODBYE, FAIRVIEW. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DEMOLITION BEGAN SEPT. 4

DEC. 13 1 HOUSE, 2 HOUSE; RED HOUSE, BLUE HOUSE 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.

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ATHLETES OF THE WEEK Maizy Burk | Senior | Co-Captain | Ogilvie Basketball Sponsored by: FirstLight Health System

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From the Coach: “Maizy is probably the best female athlete we have in the school, she has incredible work ethics and she is an all-around good person. She came out of her shell and stepped up as a leader and is well respected by her teammates. She has also scored 1,000 points as of Friday, Dec. 14 against St. John.” -Head Coach Jon Nelson

From the Coach: “Lilly has been a four year player for us, she has been a consistent winner for our program and she epitomizes what a basketball player should be. I get up extra early to open the gym so she and Maizy can practice shooting before school. She has scored 1,000 points as of the Dec. 4, game against Hinckley.” -Head Coach Jon Nelson Favorite thing about sports: Being able to connect with younger players and playing as a team, bonding like one big family. It also teaches good life lessons. I also play volleyball and run track.

Favorite thing about sports: Getting to grow closer to my team and watching everyone improve. I also play volleyball and softball.

Person who has inﬂuenced you: The coaches and staff at the school come in early and open the gym so I can practice before school, my parents and my whole family support me and my teammates for being there.

Person who has inﬂuenced you: My basketball teammates, we have come a long way over the past few years together as a team and we are always encouraging each other daily.

How do you prepare for a game or meet?: Watch videos from previous games, listen to music to get pumped up and practice a lot.

How do you prepare for a game or meet?: Listen to music and think about what I am going to do in the game.

Highlight of athletic career: My track team had a 4x8 relay team last year for the ﬁrst time in many years. Beating Braham in volleyball this last fall and beating Mora in basketball this season.

Highlight of athletic career: Beating Mora recently, we have been longtime rivals and they are a bigger school. Also scoring 1,000 points.

Future goals: After graduation I am joining the Army National Guard, I leave for basic training in June, in November of 2020 I want to attend four years at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri and play sports there. I would also like to go on a mission trip to maybe Haiti.

Future goals: I would like to play basketball in college. KIM LUECK-FOSS FOSS | TIMES

Szoka and Brodal selected for ExCEL award program BY KRIS OSTERDYK MORA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Abby Szoka and Kolton Brodal, Mora High School juniors, have been selected to represent Region 5A in the ExCEL (Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership) award program. The ExCEL Award goes to high school juniors who are making satisfactory progress towards graduation requirements, participate in league-sponsored athletic and fine arts activities, hold

a leadership position in their school, work voluntarily in their community and meet MSHSL general eligibility requirements. Szoka is the daughter of Drew and Cindy Szoka. She is active in volleyball, nordic skiing, track, band, choir, student council and honor society. Abby can be found helping with church activities, the Vasaloppet, family reading night, sandbagging, blood drives, Mora Classic Series, Feed My Starving Children and Spanish camps.

Brodal is the son of Jodi Dahl and David Brodal. He is active in football, hockey, baseball, band, wind band, honor society, Spanish Club and Travel Cub. Kolton is also active in the community helping at his church, the Vasaloppet, Mora Classic Series, Mora flood relief, World War Two Veterans Moving Wall, Pheasants Forever Banquet, game nights with kids, learn to skate, roadside clean up and fundraising banquets. Kolton Brodal

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OGILVIE WRESTLING Head coach: Adam Halvorson Assistant coaches: Dan Belsheim Jr., Ben Burk, Matt Houtsma, Bill Pike, Derek Carlson, Colton Johnston DEC. 20 OGILVIE TOURNAMENT Ogilvie 36, Minneapolis Roosevelt 39 Ogilvie 16, Eden Valley-Watkins 51 Ogilvie 42, Spectrum 30 UP NEXT 4 p.m. Dec. 28 Quadrangular at Atwater-Cosmos-Grove 10 a.m. Jan. 5 Annual Lion Invitational at Ogilvie

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anuary opens on the first steps in a graceful predawn dance between Venus and Jupiter. Not to be outdone, the evening sky answers with a total eclipse of a “supermoon” in mid-month. As the sky awaits the first sunrise of 2019, we’re treated to a crescent moon hanging above bright Venus, with Jupiter far below. Off to the right of Jupiter shines Antares, the red heart of ScorOver the next Minnesota pius. three mornings, the Starwatch moon thins as it drops past Venus and then Deane Jupiter. On the Jan. 4, look 45 minutes before Morrison sunrise to see a skinny old crescent just above the east-southeast horizon. After the Jan. 6, Venus moves slowly nearer to the rising sun. But Jupiter climbs away from it, thanks to Earth catching up to Jupiter in the orbital race. The two planets pass each other on the Jan. 22. Starting on the Jan. 30, the moon repeats its early-January performance, this time sweeping by Jupiter first. Don’t miss the show on the Jan. 31, when a waning crescent moon rises next to Venus. Late in the month, you may spy Saturn low in the southeast as the ringed planet, like Jupiter,

begins a climb into the morning sky. The moon celebrates its first full phase of the year by plowing through Earth’s shadow in a spectacular lunar eclipse. On the night of Sunday, Jan. 20, the moon will be very close and appear large and bright—hence its supermoon status. It starts to disappear into the dark inner shadow, or umbra, at 9:34 p.m., with totality beginning at 10:41 p.m. and the moon in deepest eclipse at 11:12 p.m. During or close to totality, grab some binoculars and look below and east of the moon for the lovely Beehive star cluster. Totality ends at 11:43 p.m., when the first silver sliver peeks out from the curtain of Earth’s shadow. The last vestiges of umbra drop away at 12:51 a.m. on the Jan. 21. On Jan. 2, at 11:20 p.m., Earth reaches perihelion, its closest approach to the sun. We’ll be 91.4 million miles away, only a million and a half miles closer than average, so of course we feel no extra warmth. However, if winter gets you down, you can thank the date of

if winter gets you down, you can thank the date of perihelion for the fact that winter is our shortest season.

perihelion for the fact that winter is our shortest season. That’s because Earth’s orbit is an ellipse, not a circle, and when a celestial body follows an elliptical orbit, it always moves fastest when it’s closest to the body it orbits, and most slowly when it’s farthest away. Earth is farthest from the sun and slowest in early July. But it hustles through the part of its orbit it’s in now. The difference in speed gives us winters that are about four and

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A portion of the plan submitted to the City of Mora shows an aerial view of the site and what the new Kwik Trip location will look like.

Fairview site sale to Kwik Trip ﬁnalized Kwik Trip anticipated to open in late 2019 CONTRIBUTED KANABEC COUNTY EDA

Kwik Trip, Inc. is the new property owner of the former Fairview Elementary School site in Mora. The sale was finalized on Dec. 10. The former property owner, Mora Public Schools, and the entity that recruited Kwik Trip to the area, the Kanabec County EDA, welcomed Kwik Trip to the community. Mora Public Schools Superintendent Craig Schultz said he enjoyed working with Kwip Trip on the land transaction. “It was a professional and seamless process in which District officials enjoyed,” Schultz said. The former elementary school was demolished this past September, which included asbestos abatement. The site is now environmentally safe and ready for development. Kwik Trip plans to break ground in Spring of 2019. “The fact that the property will now generate commercial property taxes is exciting. An increase in Kanabec County’s commercial tax base is extremely

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important for the economic health of our community” said Doyle Jelsing, Chair of the Kanabec County EDA. Tax base is not the only reason the EDA is glad to have Kwip Trip join the community. “One of the top requests I receive from citizens is for the County

to recruit another grocery store,” said Heidi Steinmetz, EDA Director. “Kwik Trip’s roots began with groceries. They opened their first store in 1965 only selling groceries at that time. They still produce much of their groceries themselves and deliver those groceries

to their stores daily.” Scott Teigen of Kwip Trip stated that construction of Mora’s new store and car wash will last about six months. A grand opening is anticipated for late 2019.

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Below are last week’s most read stories on the Kanabec County Times website, www.MoraMinn.com. 1. 1 house, 2 house; red house, blue house: 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. (2,510 pageviews) 2. Propane moves Mora buses forward: 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. (398 pageviews) 3. 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. (150 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 Highway 61 Film Festival is seeking a few good judges to pick the festival winners in 2019. “We’ve had hundreds of films submitted to our festival this year, and we’re looking to send the very best ones to our judges,” said Patrick Schifferdecker, a director of the annual Pine City film festival. “If you love movies, you’ll love this job.” Volunteer judges for the Highway 61 Film Festival can pick one or more categories of films: Drama Feature or Short, Documentary, Comedy Feature or Short, Action/ Horror, Animation, Minnesota Made and finally Student Short. Judges will be asked to watch up to 10 films, though for almost all the categories most of those films will be under 40 minutes. “You’re going to see films from all over the world,” said Schifferdecker. “We’ve had great local and Minnesota movies come in, more from around the United States, and amazing entries from dozens of other countries too.” Anyone interested in being a judge for the festival will need a computer and a good internet connection, since access to the films is only available online. Judges will receive access to the films on Jan. 30, and then have until Feb. 15 to watch them and rank them.

“In the past, some people watch the films by themselves, but some make it a party and invite friends,” Schifferdecker said. “The only real rule is you need to watch all the selections submitted to you, rank them as best as you possibly can – and send in your rankings by Feb. 15.” Judges will receive an all-access weekend pass and free passes for friends to the festival in Pine City on April 4-7. “This is the ninth year of the Highway 61 Film Festival, and might just be the best one yet,” Schifferdecker said. “We can’t wait

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125 YEARS AGO (1893) John Nelson of Brunswick was a county seat visitor last Saturday. Mr. A. Anderson went to Duluth in charge of a car load of potatoes. Attention is called to Mr. Morrison’s bus announcement in this issue. A new Mosler fire proof safe has been added to the furniture of this office. James Mulvey, came News from up from Stillwater Tuesday to look after Yesteryear his camps. S. E. Tallman and Matt Anderson John Peterson were among the Brunswickers iin town Tuesday. The county commissioners will meet in annual session next Tuesday, January 2, 1894. Mrs. Amy Currie and children came down from Hinckley Tuesday for a visit with her parents. Miss Dora Rines, of Brunswick, came home from Carlton college last Saturday to spend Christmas. Owing to the deep snow the Pine City excursion, on New Year’s day, announced by Mr. Morrison, in a previous issue of the paper has been abandoned. Mr. Joe Craig, proprietor of the Princeton Roller Mills was in Mora yesterday looking after the flour and feed business of Craig & Wilson. He made us a pleasant call while in town. A good sized snow storm prevailing here on Sunday last bringing down about a foot of the beautiful; and after the wind got through playing with it the citizens found a large snow bank in front of their houses. Nels Hedner a young man working in Peterson & Hellgren’s camp in Ann River was killed yesterday by a falling tree. He came from Sweden last summer. He was taken to Brunswick for burial. On Sunday Evening next, December 31st in the M. E. Church, Mora, the Rev. J. Thompson will reply to the “Communication” signed “Justice,” which appeared last week in the columns of this paper. All are invited. Service at 8 o’clock. The Christmas tree entertainment at the town hall was very largely patronized by the citizens. The Hall was jammed with people and the program though brief was suitable to the event and very entertaining. Besides the two large spruce trees loaded down with beautiful presents, was a large one-masted schooner rigged, upon the stage, manned by a number of small sailor boys, and with which they had speaking and singing. Miss Olga Molander sang a solo, which was well received. After the entertainment, a dance was participated in by those who cared to stay and all had a good time. 100 YEARS AGO (1918) “Sells Hardware Store:” Last Thursday an important deal was consummated when O. A. Bahr sold his hardware stock and store building, (the post office building) and the two lots north of the store to J. A. Skluzacek of White Bear, Minn., and gave immediate possession. Mr. Skluzacek expects to arrive tomorrow to look after the business. In the deal Mr. Bahr becomes the owner

of a modern farm at White Bear, but at this time he is undecided just what he will do, but we hope he will decide to remain in Ogilvie, as his moving away would be a detriment to the community. He has always, during his eight years residence here, been one of the main boosters of the town, never sparing time or money when it came to doing his share and the citizens in and around Ogilvie would be very sorry indeed to have Mr. Bahr and his family move away. ---Ogilvie Sentinel. “Found Accounts O. K.:” County Auditor Alfred Sander is in receipt of the public examiner’s report of an examination of the county made recently by the examiner’s department. The report shows that the county’s accounts are being kept in first class shape and every cent in the hands of Chas. J. Ericson, the county treasurer, accounted for. “Nov. Settlement Now Being Made; Nearly Ninety Thousand Dollars in Taxes & School Aid is Distributed:” The November tax settlement is being distributed by the County Auditor Alfred Sander and County Treasurer, Chas. J. Ericson. The amount to distribute is $85,467.47, which includes $22,554.61 special aid received from the state. The aid to the schools of the county paid by the state is more than half of the disbursement made to schools in the settlement.

year. The water and light commission canceled all billings for December and sent receipted statements to all customers. The cancellation totaled over $800. The water fund is in excellent condition, having a surplus of nearly eight thousand dollars as of December first. This surplus will be available for the extension of water mains or the retirement of sewage disposal plant bonds.

50 YEARS AGO (1968) “Christmas Day 1968:” The magic of the Christmas season is laying its hold upon the land. The tinsel, the lights and decorations, the holly wreaths have gone up and tens of millions of children know that Santa Claus is coming to town. They hope that he will in some mysterious way visit their home in the shimmering silence of the night before Christmas. This is a time for children, and it is a time too for all men and women in all lands to remember the wonder of the Lord’s birth on the first Christmas nearly 2,000 years ago. It is the power of this happening that puts magic in this season and lends the light of hope and understanding to all the world’s people. Let this Christmas be for children -- may it bring them the warmth of a fire, the smell of a tree, the excitement of waiting for Santa’s visit. Let it bring 75 YEARS AGO (1943) visions of sugar Kanabec County Times “Schools Given plums on Christmas Increased State Aid Eve, and above all Allotments; Legislature Provides More as the hour approaches, let it bring the Money from Income Tax Funds to Meet warmth of knowing that the babe born Increased Expense:” Kanabec county in Bethlehem so long ago is very close school districts received an increase to us all this night. of $11,924.74 in special state aid this “Children Need ‘Real’ Fathers:” “It’s year compared with 1942. The total is as easy to become a father as it is diffi$56,249.70. Last year it was $44,324.96. cult to be one” runs a popular saying. The additional allotments are the Because no particular talent is result of action by the last legislature required for biological fatherhood, which increased appropriations for this hundreds of thousands of children, purpose. while legitimate, are born to fathers The schools in Mora, Ogilvie and who are indifferent, openly rejecting Grasston had their allotments inor psychologically non-existent as far creased $7,654.03. The county districts as the child is concerned, according to benefitted to the extent of $4,270.71. The Ronald Pitzer, extension specialist in village schools maintain high school family life education at the University departments and received special apof Minnesota. These men are biological propriations for that purpose. fathers only. In the meaningful sense of Most of the increased aid went to fatherhood, they are almost completely districts with high tax rates. Approlacking. priations to schools are paid out of the Being an adequate psychological state income tax fund. Receipts into father requires a great deal more of a this fund have increased recently, man than merely being a biological fawhich made possible larger payments ther, the University family life specialto schools. ist declares. It requires love, acceptance Because of the growing surplus in the and respect of one’s offspring, as well income tax fund, city members advocat- as generous amounts of tender loving ed cutting the tax, but rural members care. It involves being a worthy examopposed this movement, favoring more ple, living and not simply preaching aid to schools to help meet increased the basic values of life such as honor, operating costs. integrity and kindliness. “Mora Water Patrons Receive Fine Psychological fatherhood is what realPresent; Water & Light Commission ly counts in the life of a child of any age. Cancels All Billings for Month of DeUnfortunately, mere biological fathercember:” Water users in Mora received hood is no guarantee that the child’s baan unexpected Christmas present this sic needs for love, respect and encour-

This is a time for children, and it is a time too for all men and women in all lands to remember the wonder of the Lord’s birth on the ﬁrst Christmas nearly 2,000 years ago. It is the power of this happening that puts magic in this season and lends the light of hope and understanding to all the world’s people.

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agement will be supported, Pitzer says. Thus an adoptive father who warmly accepts and genuinely loves his adopted child may be immeasurably better than the child’s biological or so-called “real father.” Pitzer lists some obstacles to becoming an adequate father: * Lack of preparation. *Deficiencies in masculinity. Boys who are smothered by mother and starved by father are not likely to grow up to be adequate as husbands or fathers. A man is more likely to become an adequate father if he is secure in his own masculinity to begin with and if he is able to function effectively as a husband. * Pseudo-masculine notions. The false idea that feelings of affections, compassion and kindness are feminine and hence unmanly is probably part of the basis for many fathers not being as affectionate and emotionally close to their children as they should be as their children need them to be.

25 YEARS AGO (1993) “City of Mora contribution to MAYRA now $8,000:” In its final meeting of the year, the Mora City Council listened to a plea for help from Mora Area Youth Recreation Association (MAYRA) representatives. “When the city was forced to take away the use of the tractor we’ve borrowed in recent years,” said Bob Pulford of MAYRA, “we had no choice but to go out and buy our own tractor, at a cost of $5,000, because it’s time to make ice.” “I’m always amazed at how many people use our rinks,” continued Pulford. “We keep them in good condition and staff the warming house all with volunteer workers. MAYRA has a structure of about 200 families that keeps the organization going.” “Learning how to conduct research; Mora students participate in exchange of artifact boxes:” Fifth-grade students of Diane Giese’s at Mora Fairview Central School have been busy researchers lately, participating in something called the Artifact Box Exchange Network. This hands-on program, developed at the University of Connecticut, entertains students while showing them how to conduct research and be independent learners in the social sciences by applying learned library skills. A participating class of students collects locally-available items typical of the history, geography and cultural influences of its community, develops a set of clues to accompany the artifacts, and then sends off the artifact box to a partner classroom in an unknown location somewhere else around the world. In return, the students receive a box of artifacts and clues, which lead them to appropriate research books or techniques and eventually allow them to identify the location of the sending school. 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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Alice B. Dalbey, of Mora, died on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. She was 90 years old. She was born to German immigrants, Eugene a Emilie (Broesamle) and B Bader on Aug. 27, 1928, in M Minneapolis. She attended e elementary school in Minn neapolis and Coon Rapids, a graduated from Anoka and H High School in 1946. She worked for two years a Glove Plumbing Supply at C in Minneapolis and also Co. a attended Northwestern Coll lege from 1949-1952. While a Northwestern, she had at t privilege of singing and the t traveling with a ladies trio a also directed several and summer Bible Schools in various churches. She also worked at the Minneapolis YMCA. During this time she met Clyde Dalbey and they were united in marriage on June 26, 1953. Her husband had just returned from military service in the U.S. Army and was working as a painter at Erickson Decorators. He decided to enroll at Northwestern College and graduated in 1959. She and her husband

served at various churches, Vacation Bible Schools and Children’s Crusades. They served at Hillman Baptist Church in Mora for 20 years, from 1971-1991, and also worked with senior adults at Emmanuel Baptist Church. In 1971, she starting working for the Mora School District for the next 47 years; first at Fairview Elementary as a teacher’s aide for three years, then as secretary for the Mora High School counselors for 18 years. She retired in 1992 but continued to work part-time as copy machine operator at the school. She enjoyed her work very much, both as a pastor’s wife and a secretary and loved the people she worked with. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Allie Loeks; and husband Clyde in 2017. She is survived by sons, Gary (Bonnie) and Dan, all of Mora; grandchildren, Eric (Jordan) of Kansas City, Kansas, and Jamie (Taylor Johnson) of Minneapolis; sister, Betty (Kenneth) Ginn of Coon Rapids; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, at Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Strom officiating. Music was provided by Jim Hill and Sherry Strom. Burial at Oakwood Cemetery in Mora. Arrangements by Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com

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Donna M. Peterson Donna Mae Peterson, of Mora, died on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, at her home. She was 80 years old. She is survived by son, James (Patsy) Peterson of Council Bluffs, Iowa; daughter, Judith (Terry) Collins of Mora; five grandchildren; brother, Robert (Joyce) Oquist; sisters, Barb (Leroy) Peterson, Joyce (Keith) Mueller and Lorraine Dahl. There will be a gathering at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2018, at Oakwood Cemetery. Arrangements by Dresser-Methven Funeral Home, Mora, www.methvenfuneralhome.com.

Richard Smith Richard “Dick” Smith, of Mora, died on Friday, Dec. 21, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. He was 77 years old. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019, at the Mora United Methodist Church with Rev. Debra Schaffran officiating. Memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, at the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Chapel and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the church. A full notice will follow next week. Arrangements are by the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com

BIRTHS Vera M. Tynan

Vera Marie Tynan was born on Saturday, June 330, 2018, in Canberra, A Australia, to Natalie a and Mitch Tynan. She w weighed 7 pounds 9 ounce es and was 20.4 inches llong. She is welcomed home b by siblings Ava and A Anders. Grandparents are Dave a and Roberta Anderson o of Mora and Patrick and C Cherie Tynan of Kang garoo Valley, Australia. G Great-grandparents are D Don and Norma Anderson of Bemidji; Frank (and the late Val) Tynan of Berry, Australia and John and Shirley Walker of Kangaroo Valley, Australia.

Frederik R. Jensen Frederik Reynold Jensen was born on Wednesd day, July 25, 2018, in S Salt Lake City, Utah, to C Carla Anderson and Leif J Jensen. He weighed 8 p pounds 5 ounces and was 222 inches long. Grandparents are Dave a and Roberta Anderson o of Mora, and Geraldine ((and the late Reynold) J Jensen, of Grand Marais. Great-grandparents are D Don and Norma Andersson of Bemidji.

Croix R. Bankers Croix Raymond Bankers was born on Monday, N Nov. 26, 2018, at FirstLight H Health System of Mora to D Dylan and Erika Bankers of M Mora. He weighed 8 pounds a and was 21 inches long. He is welcomed home by ssiblings Christopher (11) a and Cooper (4). Grandparents are Jody a and Lou Otto of Inver Grove H Heights and Steve and S Sandy Bankers of Mora.

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OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. ASSUMED NAME: Tilberg Lowis & Associates PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 104 South Union Street, Mora MN 55051 USA NAMEHOLDER(S) : Sara L. Tilberg, LLC; 104 South Union Street, Mora MN 55051 USA By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/ her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth

in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. SIGNED BY: Nathan R. Snyder EMAIL ADDRESS FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES: saratilberg@ gmail.com Work Item: 1053850500026 Original File Number: 1053850500026 State of Minnesota Office of the Secretary of State Filed: Dec. 13, 2018 11:59 p.m. Steve Simon Secretary of State Published in the Kanabec County Times Dec. 20, 27, 2018 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The Kanabec County Economic Development Authority (EDA) will hold its annual meeting on Wednesday, January 9, 2019, starting at 7:00 a.m. in Meeting Room 3 of the County Courthouse, 18 North Vine Street, Mora, MN 55051, to conduct annual business including but not limited to the election of officers and executive director and the determination of the 2019 regular meeting schedule pursuant to Economic Development powers per Minnesota Statutes Sections 469.090 to 469.l08. For further information, contact the office of the Kanabec County EDA Director at 320-209-5031 or heidi.steinmetz@co.kanabec.mn.us. Visit our website at www.kanabeceda.org

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FORECLOSURES 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

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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 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

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Human Resources Director/ Executive Assistant 1.0 FTE 12 months/year Location: District Office Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or closely related field, PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification, plus 5 years experience strongly preferred. An Associate’s Degree or equivalent and intermediate administrative support experience is required. The ability to pass a Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension background check, work periodic evenings, multi-task, and work with the public is required. General Definition of Work: Directs and facilitates human resources functions and information for the district. Provides administrative support to the Superintendent and School Board. A job description is available upon request. Annual Salary: D.O.Q. (starting range $51,000-$58,000/year) Benefits: Eligible for vacation time, sick time, personal time, paid holidays, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, PERA, and 403(b) match Application Deadline: Jan. 2, 2019 - 3:00 p.m. Start Date: Jan. 14, 2019 For more information contact Kris McNally at (320) 679-6200 X5550 or at kmcnally@moraschools.org External applicants: Apply with a resume, application, letter of interest, 3 letters of reference, transcripts, and copies of certifications at www. moraschools.org (preferred) or mail to: Human Resources - Mora Public Schools 400 Maple Avenue East Mora, MN 55051 It is the policy of Independent School District 332, Mora, Minnesota, to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, and marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, or age.

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