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Fraud: Rubes Auto owner receives 45 felony charges BY KIRSTEN FAURIE EDITOR@MORAMINN.COM
On March 26, Tyler Rubin, age 39 of Grand Meadow and owner of Rubes Auto in Mora, was charged with 45 felonies and 20 misdemeanors relating to what the investigating officer described as “conscious and deliberate” attempts at fraud.
An investigation showed a pattern from January 1, 2018 through August, 2018, where Rubin allegedly borrowed money from First Citizens Bank to purchase vehicles, would sell the vehicles without disclosing to the bank they had sold, then sometimes failing to pay taxes on vehicle sales and not transfer the title. According to the criminal
complaint filed by the Kanabec County Attorney’s Office, Rubes Auto LLC opened a $700,000 line of credit with First Citizens Bank in 2015. Rubes Auto would ask the bank for an advance to purchase vehicles using the line of credit, while First Citizens Bank held the titles for the vehicles. After 180 days of the advance, Rubes Auto would
owe the bank a curtailment payment. It was Rubes Auto’s responsibility to make the vehicles available to the bank at their request. In July 2018, Kanabec Investigators discovered the bank had given advances on 38 vehicles which were missing from the Rubes Auto car lot. The vehicles had a value of $258,000 owed to First Citizens Bank.
Rubin allegedly told First Citizens he had sold them, yet the bank still held the titles to most of the vehicles and had not received payment on the vehicles. In August 2018, Rubes Auto went out of business. In the complaint, the Kanabec County investigator, described the alleged crimes: SEE RUBES, PAGE 6
“Cinderella” comes to Mora school stage BY KIRSTEN FAURIE EDITOR@MORAMINN.COM
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In the middle of the farm fields of rural Mora, the NAE crew engineers and manufactures the fastest microwave popcorn packaging machines in the industry which are responsible for producing approximately half of the microwave popcorn bags in the world. Pictured (l-r) Don Olson, Paul Olson, Eric Olson, Lucas Olen, Bill Olen, Ken Daudt, Kenny Blake, Dave Franz, Kameron Ellis and Casey Brossart. Not pictured Kelly Miller.
Popcorn bag professionals Mora company engineers the fastest microwave-popcorn bagging machines in the world BY TERRY SALMELA NEWS@MORAMINN.COM
Many companies have had their start in someone’s garage or shed. One such a company has been evolving for over 20 years in the shop at Don and Mary Olson’s farm in rural Kanabec County called Northland Automation Engineering (NAE). It is an engineering design and manufacturing company that has been in existence since 1996. It is made up of 11 incredibly talented engineers, machinists and technicians as well a business manager who design and produce microwave popcorn packaging machinery and other products. Over 40 microwave
‘We have companies from all over the world coming to see our equipment. When they see what we are doing they are generally amazed and surprised by the sophisticated technology developed and applied in rural Minnesota.’ Eric Olson popcorn bagging machines that were either designed by or designed and built by the company are being used to likely make more than half of the microwave popcorn bags in the world. These machines can be found in at least eight countries on several continents. Don Olson, his sons Paul
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and Eric, as well as son-in-law Casey Brossart are the design engineers for NAE. The designs that they create using Computer Aided Design programs are then manufactured by NAEs group of machinists, welders and skilled technicians. Don proudly claims that these employees are some of the finest and most skilled
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people that any business owner could ask for. He feels very fortunate to have the group that he has. Don said that in the early days the company was strictly a consulting engineering company. He designed machines for multiple companies. These projects ranged from placing foldout labels for medicine and chemical bottles to the popcorn packaging industry that they are still advancing today. He first worked on designing microwave popcorn equipment for a company in the metro area. The first bag forming machines were capable of producing microwave
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Princes, ballroom dances, catchy tunes and a fairy godmother — Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” will soon grace the stage of the Mora High School Auditorium “It’s the same basic story that people know, but it isn’t the Disney version. So there’s no bibbity-bobbity-boo, for instance, but there are a lot of great songs and fun characters,” said director Chris Jacobson. “If audiences are looking for a family-friendly story with a happy ending, this is their show.” Jacobson said while the production is coming together, bad weather has caused lost rehearsal time, as well as many of the cast members were away for the band and choir trip to Florida in the midst of rehearsals. Still, Jacobson said students have learned their roles quite quickly. Furthermore, the set and costume teams have “worked some minor miracles.” The role of Cinderella is played by Britta Williams; Prince Christopher by Joah Schultz; Fairy Godmother by Kelsey Reynolds and Stepmother by Emma Rossow. Audience members sensitive to flashing lights should be noted that a strobe light is used when Cinderella transforms. Show times are April 4 and fifth at 7:30 p.m. and April 6 at 2 p.m. all at the Mora High School Auditorium. Tickets are $6 for adults; $4 for students and seniors.
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FIRE CALLS
Wednesday, March 27: Mora Area Fire Department was called to a home in Brunswick. A man at the property was burning wood from an old structure when the ďŹ re spread to other old walls of the structure. FireďŹ ghters spent approximately 45 minutes at the scene and used 300 gallons of water to extinguish the ďŹ re.
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The following charges were ďŹ led in Kanabec County Court on March 26 - 29, 2019. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Shawn Michael Everhardt (7/9/1991) of Hinckley was charged March 26 with one gross misdemeanor count of driving while impaired in the third degree and one gross misdemeanor count of driving while impaired in the third degree - 0.08 or more. James Jerold Bixby Jr. (1/25/1975) of Pine City was charged March 26 with one felony count of fugitive from justice from other state. Lucas John Walker (12/22/1995) of Mora was charged March 26 with one misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct and one misdemeanor count of assault in the ďŹ fth degree - fear of bodily harm or death. Felicia Ann Roseland (7/22/1992) of Hinckley was charged March 26 with one gross misdemeanor count of drug possession in the ďŹ fth degree - not small amount of marijuana. Justin Neil Turner (5/15/1969) of Mora was charged March 29 with one felony count of drug possession in the ďŹ fth degree - not small amount of marijuana, one gross misdemeanor count of drug possession in the ďŹ fth degree - not small amount of marijuana and one gross misdemeanor count of driving after cancellation inimical to public saftey. Daniel Lloyd Austin (11/17/1958) of Hillman was charged March 29 with one misdemeanor count of harassment; restraining order - violate and knows of temporary or restraining order.
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Braham man recognized for 30 years of ďŹ rearm safety instruction MN DNR conservation officer Angela Londgren presented Lowell Rogers of Braham an award for his 30 years of service as a
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Always yield for pedestrians in crosswalks
Question: I was wondering what to do at pedestrian flashing crosswalk lights. Am I to wait till the lights stop flashing and the crosswalk is clear of pedestrians or can I go forward when it is safe to? Answer: Most pedestrian flashing lights are set up at a crosswalk. Reminder that if there is a pedestrian that is curbside and is waiting to cross in a crosswalk, motorists must yield the right of way and stop for them. Ask A There are some crosswalks that have actiTrooper vation systems where Neil Dickenson a pedestrian can push a button to activate the
flashing amber pedestrian light, while others have a flashing light that flashes even if there are no pedestrians. If you are driving and approach a flashing amber pedestrian light and you see no one in the crosswalk or anyone waiting to cross, you can proceed through the crosswalk and intersection. Vehicles stopped for pedestrians can proceed once the pedestrian has completely crossed the lane in front of the stopped vehicle. Each year in Minnesota, approximately 39 pedestrians and seven bicyclists are killed as a result of collisions with motor vehicles. Preliminary figures currently show 14 pedestrians were killed compared to eight this same time last year in Minnesota As a group, pedestrians and bicy-
clists comprise nearly 12 percent of all traffic fatalities each year —69 percent of these fatal crashes occur in urban areas. 35 percent of pedestrians and 18 percent of bicyclists killed had consumed alcohol. 19 percent of pedestrians killed were crossing improperly. • Drivers must stop for crossing pedestrians at marked crosswalks and at all intersections without crosswalks or stop lights. • Pedestrians must obey traffic-control signals at all intersections that have them. • Pedestrians must obey pedestrian control signals. • Pedestrians must not enter a crosswalk if a vehicle is approaching and it is impossible for the driver to stop.
There is no defined distance that a pedestrian must abide by before entering the crosswalk; use common sense. • When a vehicle is stopped at an intersection to allow pedestrians to cross the roadway, drivers of other vehicles approaching from the rear must not pass the stopped vehicle. • Failure to obey the law is a misdemeanor. A second violation within one year is a gross misdemeanor. 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) SERGEANT NEIL DICKENSON is Minnesota State Patrol public information officer for the state’s northeast region.
In Focus An educational series presented by FirstLight Health System
Pre-Diabetes 101 Seminar Concerned about pre-diabetes or developing diabetes? Don’t miss this FREE seminar, along with a FREE dinner! • Learn the deďŹ nition of pre-diabetes and how it is diagnosed. • Discover how making small lifestyle changes can prevent diabetes. • Take home valuable resources, including books and handouts. Presented by Danna Woods, RD, LD, a registered and licensed dietician and member of FirstLight’s Nutritional Services Department.
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Featured Event of the Week Living Well Workshops Catholic Charities is providing Living Well Workshops for adults 60 years old and older with chronic pain and diabetes. The classes are held each Monday April 22 June 3 (no classes May 27) at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Each session lasts 2 1/2 hours. Make weekly action plans, share experiences and help each other problem solve. Living Well with Diabetes is held from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Family, friends and partners are welcome. Living Well with Chronic Pain is held from 1-3:30 p.m. There is a freewill donation suggested for classroom materials. Registration required by April 15. To register or for more information contact Tory at 320-679-4789 ext. 102 or tory@morahra.org.
Pine City Farmer’s Market Apply by April 10 to sell what you grow, bake or make at the Pine City Farmers Market in 2019. Juried market runs Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June-October at Pine County Fairgrounds along Old Hwy 61. Call 320-322-4040 or visit Pinecitychamber.com for handbook/application.
AARP Tax-Aide 7 County Senior Federation will sponsor AARP tax-aide appointments for seniors at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Appointments are required and can be made for Mondays through April 15 by calling 320-679-4700.
APRIL 5 Knights of Columbus Fish Fry The Knights of Columbus Council will hold their Annual Lenten Fish Fry Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Center, 201 Forest Ave. E., Mora. There is a cost.
APRIL 6 Pine County Master Gardener Horticulture Day “Let’s Get Growing” will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pine City High School, 1400 Main St. S., Pine City. Stan Tekiela will speak on “Backyard Birds.” Sessions include “Small Tree Fruits,” “Tomatoes-Seed to Saucepan,” “Selecting and Growing Hos-
tas,” and “Flowering Shrubs.” There is a cost. Contact: 800-657-3813 Ext. #4 or http:// www3.extension.umn.edu/ local/pine and click “Pine County Horticulture Day.”
Ogilvie ECFE Garage/Vendor Sale ECFE will host a garage/vendor sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ogilvie High School, 333 School Dr., Ogilvie. Free child activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food and baked goods available for purchase. Contact Mrs. Kotsmith at tkotsmith@ogilvie.k12.mn.us for more information or to rent a table.
Ogilvie Community Blood Drive Ogilvie High School and National Honor Society will sponsor a Red Cross blood drive from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the small gym at the Ogilvie High School, 333 School Dr. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org enter Sponsor Code: Ogilvie.
Senior Citizen’s Dance Fish Lake Resort, 674 Fish Lake Dr., Mora, will host a Senior Citizens’ Dance from 1 to 4 p.m. Music provided by Eddy Pangrel. Lunch will be served.
Board of Commissioners Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre The 2019 Kanabec Chamber Foundation presents “Murder on the Snake River...Snake Bit” at 5 p.m. at The Fish Lake Pavillion, 674 Fish Lake Dr., Mora. Call 320-679-5792 for more information or to purchase tickets.
The Kanabec County Board of Commissioners intends to adopt a Local Water Management Plan for Kanabec County. This will be considered at their meeting at 10:00 a.m. See Public Notices from March 28 for more information.
ham bingo - meat raffle at 1 p.m. at The Pink Diamond, 1434 Ann Lake Rd., Ogilvie.
APRIL 15 Stay Fit As You Age Chair exercises and information will be presented at 1 p.m. at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Refreshments served. All are welcome.
Northern Exposure Photography Northern Exposure Photography Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. for their April meeting at the Kanabec History Center. Paul Olson will give a demonstration. Members may submit up to two photos in the interpretive category of “Intimate Landscape” or the open category. Open to community members that wish to learn about photography.
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The Women’s Christian Connection will meet at 7 p.m. at Tobies in Hinckley. All ladies invited. Special feature: The History of Dolls by Helen Clarke. Music guests: Laura and Steve McCaughan. Guest speaker: Marilyn Wolkowski “Strength in Weakness.” Call 320-384-6413 (not Tobies) for reservations. Walk-ins welcome.
ECSWC Meeting East Central Solid Waste Commission will hold their monthly meeting at 9 a.m. at 1756 180th Ave., Mora. For more information contact Janelle Troupe, Executive Director at www.ecswc.cog.mn.us.
APRIL 9 Family Law Clinic The Refuge Network/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. This event is open to the public. Learn the basics on dissolution and custody, receive helpful materials and have questions answered by an attorney. Call Bethany at 763689-3532 to confirm attendance.
APRIL 10 Log-in With Luke Come at 1 p.m. and let Luke help you use your tech: cell phone, computer, tablet, etc. Learn how to use Google, Facebook, and other apps and sites. Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Everyone is welcome.
SENIOR DINING Location: Dala Apartments - 470 Bean Ave., Mora Phone: 320-679-4029 between 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, April 8: BBQ pork loin, AuGratin potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat bread, apricots. Tuesday, April 9: Egg and hashbrown bake, sausage patties, applesauce, fruit muffin. Wednesday, April 10: Stroganoff meatballs, egg noodles, carrots, lettuce salad, cereal bar. Thursday, April 11: Calico bean casserole, coleslaw, orange wedges, wheat bread, cookie. Friday, April 12: Salmon loaf or seasoned chicken breast, sweet potatoes, broccoli, wheat bread, blushing pears. Note: Senior Dining is for persons 60 - plus, Ogilvie Senior Dining is served on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Ogilvie Civic Center. Menu is subject to change. For more information call 320-679-4029.
Pomroy Township will hold their regular meeting at 7 p.m. at the Pomroy Town Hall, 3047 320th Ave., Brook Park.See Public Notices from March 14 for more information.
ECE Annual Meeting East Central Energy will hold its annual meeting and election at 5 p.m. at the Braham Event Center, 655 8th St. S.W., Braham. See Public Notices from March 7 for more information.
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The Board of Appeal and Equalization of Arthur Township will meet at the Office of the Clerk in Arthur Township, at 5:00 p.m. See Public Notices on March 28 for more information.
PeaceTownship Peace Township, will hold a board of equalization meeting at 5:00 p.m. at the Knife Lake Sportsmen’s Club. A public hearing regarding the application of Patrick and Linda Saunders to open a business will follow at 7 p.m. See Public Notices on April 4 for more information.
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The Knights of Columbus will hold their Annual Lenten Fish Fry Dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Center, 201 Forest Ave. E., Mora. There is a cost.
Knife Lake Township will hold the Board of Appeals/ Equalization meeting at 10 a.m. at the town hall. See Public Notices on April 4, for more information.
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ECRAC will present two workshops for artists at 112 Main St. S., Braham. Pricing: 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Recordkeeping: 1-3:30 p.m. There is a cost. Advance registration is required. Call 320396-2337 ext. 1 or email info@ ecrac.org.
Kanabec DFL Pancake Brunch Kanabec DFL will host a pancake brunch from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Kanabec History Center, Mora. Freewill donation. For more information call 612-414-2901.
60’s and 70’s Tea Party A 60’s and 70’s themed tea party will be held at 2 p.m. at Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora. Featured speaker will be Scattered Sasha. Advance tickets are on sale at 320-679-4789.
APRIL 14 Palm Sunday Service A Palm Sunday service will be held at 9:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 401 S. Hwy 65, Mora.
Ann Lake Watershed Alliance Cash, Ham Bingo The Ann Lake Watershed Alliance will host a cash and
The USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program will hold an annual meeting for local resource professionals and concerned citizens from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at USDA Service Center Building, 2008 Mahogany St, Mora, to discuss the current natural resource priorities for the county. Call 320-379-3982 with questions.
Submit upcoming events to notices@ moraminn.com CORRECTION: The March 28 issue of the Kanabec County Times, front page story “Students today, nurses tomorrow” contained an error. The story incorrectly identified Joe Mulford as the Dean of Students at Pine Technical Community College when he is in fact the college president. The Kanabec County Times apologizes for these errors. The Times is committed to accuracy. If you have a correction or clarification, please contact the editor either by phone at (320) 2255128 or via email at editor@ moraminn.com.
THIS WEEK: THUR. 4/4 NAMI Connection: 6:30-8 p.m., Cambridge Medical Center, Harbor Room. Lap Swim: 6-7 a.m. Ogilvie Community Pool. Pickleball: 6:15-8:15 p.m., Mora Elementary School. Celebrate Recovery: 6 p.m. meal, True Vine Lutheran Church, Mora. Adult Day Break: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City. Caregiver Support Group: 12:30-2 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City. Diabetes Support Group: 1:30-2:30 p.m., FirstLight Health System, Mora. WINDOW Domestic Abuse Support Group: 6 p.m., Journey North Church, Pine City.
FRI. 4/5 The Refuge: Domestic Violence Mtg for Women: 12:30-2 p.m., Family Pathways Bldg, Mora. Lap Swim: 6-7 a.m. Ogilvie Community Pool. Preschool Storytime: 11 a.m., Mora Public Library. Mora Food Pantry: 9:30 a.m.12 p.m., 214 Railroad Ave.
SAT. 4/6 VFW Pancake Breakfast: 7 - 11 a.m., Braham Event Center. Cars and Coffee: 9 a.m. , Freddies. AA Speaker, Potluck Meeting: 6 p.m., Mora Public Library, Mora.
SUN. 4/7 Open Swim/Gym: 1-3 p.m. Ogilvie Community Pool.
MON. 4/8 Narcotics Anonymous: 7 p.m. Mora Methodist Church, Mora. BINGO: 6-8 p.m. Am. Legion Auxiliary 290 hosts, Braham Event Center. Monday Morning Art: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Kanabec History Center, Mora. Soup for the Soul: 4-6 p.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, Mora - Free Meal/Transportation: 888-217-5222. Adult Drop-in Center: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, Mora. Pickleball: 6:15-8:15 p.m., Mora Elementary School. “Old Wheelers Car and Tractor Club:” 6 p.m., call 320-272-4387 for location.
TUE. 4/9 Lap Swim: 6-7 a.m. Ogilvie Community Pool. Take Off Pounds Sensibly: 5:30-6:45 p.m., Mora United Methodist Church. Square Dancing for Beginners: 6:45-8:15 p.m., Isanti Primary School. Mora Food Pantry: 9:30 a.m.12 p.m., 214 Railroad Ave. Adult Day Break: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Dalbo Karmel Covenant Church. MOPS: 9-11 a.m. Living Hope Church, 2297 210th Ave., Mora. Kanabec DFL- Business meeting: 6:30 p.m., Kanabec County Public Services Building.
WED. 4/10 Caregivers Support Group: 1:30-2:30 p.m., FirstLight Health System, Mora. WINDOW Domestic Abuse Support Group: 10 a.m., Windows Victim Services, 204 Fire Monument Rd., Hinckley.
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The brutal and the beautiful deserves awe
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ive yourself space to feel awe and amazement. As an example, without leaves or grass, little details you might not normally see in the landscape tend to really stick out during the winter: like the large rodent impaled on a barbed-wire fence along Highway 65. I pass by it every day on my way to work. I can only assume the animal was left on the fence by a shrike —a bird of prey that impales its food on thorns or barbs. Impaling it works as a cache, sort of saving it for later, and also helps the bird break off little pieces at a time. Editor Yet this rodent has been Kirsten Faurie stuck on the fence a terribly long time. It reminds me of fortti restaurant t getting leftovers in the fridge until something starts to stink. Nature is beautifully brutal and sometimes gruesomely comical; I love it. In the fall, a deer had died in the ditch along Highway 65. Interestingly, it must have been seriously injured, but didn’t die right away. It died sitting up, facing the highway, as if it was watching the cars pass as it slowly froze to death. It stayed frozen that way all winter. Each day, the crows and coyotes took away a little bit of fat, meat and sinew. Passersby paying attention could watch its carcass erode away in layers from the top down. It took scavengers a long time to do their business, and today as the last of the snow melts all that is left of the deer is a bit of fur and some bone remnants. It may seem unusual to be fascinated by such things, but I would argue that if you aren’t enchanted by nature’s processes you aren’t paying enough attention. One year, around this time as the sap began to run in the trees, I saw a birch tree that had become dripping red as if it were bleeding all around it. A woodpecker had left a number of holes throughout the trunk and the sap was oozing in streams down the paper-white bark. This is how I learned birch tree sap is pinkish. Nature is also beautiful as anyone who has ever gazed at a sunset or stars can attest. All these things give me a welcome sense of awe. Feeling awe helps to put my small worries and day-to-day stresses in perspective. Having awe reminds me I am small and an insignificant part of a much bigger world. I am lucky that I get to be a part of it and experience it for what it is: including its beauty and brutality.
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To the editor, April Showers Those April showers That come your way Bring those flowers That bloom in May. So if it’s raining, Have no regretsBecause those rain drops Bring violets. And if you see clouds Upon the hillsThey soon will be daffodils. So keep smiling And looking for That rainbow. Charles Harvey Mora
To the editor, Representative Sondra Erickson’s recent opinion piece made it sound like the DFL was completely ignoring the legislative auditor’s report on CCAP fraud. The fact is, governor Walz’s budget included $2.1 million to detect fraud in the CCAP program. Additionally, DFL representative Dave Pinto sponsored Bill HF2319. This would increase fraud penalties and provides DHS with additional tools to detect fraud. The GOP is also taking this report seriously. I for one would appreciate it if Erickson worked harder at developing bipartisan legislation that can pass and spent less time throwing shade. Susan Barrett Mora
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HEARD ON THE STREET BY KIM LUECK-FOSS At the Ogilvie Food Shelf 20th Anniversary Open House, March 30, we asked the following question:
When was the last time you sang to someone and what song did you sing?
Marian Beier Ogilvie
Betty S B Segelstrom l Ogilvie
Cheryl Dee Ogilvie
Arylis Munsterteiger Ogilvie
Bryan Fredrick Ogilvie
Rosemary Black Ogilvie
In church on Sunday, “How Deep the Fathers Love For Us”
To my youngest grandson, made up lullabies.
In church at a funeral, “Amazing Grace”
To myself, “Any Time”
To my wife, “The ballad of Ingamar Johansen” (1959 heavy weight boxing champ)
My husband every night, “You are my sunshine” or “True Love”
Funding cut threatens victim advocacy group
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or 33 years, WINDOW has served crime victims and their families in Carlton, Kanabec and Pine counties. There is a high likelihood you or someone you know – a family member, a neighbor, a friend, a coworker – received services from WINDOW at some point. From presentations to students at our schools, community outreach and awareness events, to the 24-hour crisis hotline, WINDOW is woven into the fabric of our community. Despite decades of providing high-quality, effective services to victims and children of Carlton, Kanabec and Pine counties, our state government is withdrawing funding from WINDOW which will result in its closure. WINDOW This is a devastating loss for nearly 2,000 victims served by WINDOW each year. Residents Lisa Lilja of Carlton, Kanabec and Pine counties will no longer have peace of mind knowing there is a f h d with knowledgeable, experienced advocates safe haven fill filled available to them if they ever find themselves in a time of need. We believe, with your help, we can reverse this decision. Together, we can save WINDOW. Please contact Governor Walz’s office and the offices of your elected officials to encourage them to reinstate funding eligibility to WINDOW. If a community pillar such as WINDOW were to close, we would lose an agency that can identify the unique needs of our communities and respond with knowledge, expertise and innovation. A few years ago, there were no trauma-informed healthcare services available to victims of sexual assault in our community. Even when a medical practitioner who was comfortable performing a forensic exam was available at the hospital, it was often rushed, and victims were not given the time and space to make decisions based on their own self-defined needs. WINDOW responded by partnering with community nurses, emergency department directors, law enforcement and prosecutors to develop a SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) program that functions at all four hospitals in WINDOW’s three-county service area. Now trained sexual assault nurse examiners and sexual assault advocates work in teams to provide medical exams, collect evidence in a way that preserves it for prosecution and offer emotional and physical support to assault survivors. Thanks to that process, regional county attorneys’ offices can more rigorously charge cases involving sexual assault since there is better evidence and victims-witnesses who feel supported and informed of their rights. These collaborations helped 28 survivors in the last year alone. The loss of WINDOW means the loss of much-needed advocacy to change the way places like hospitals respond to victims of sexual and domestic violence. Our elected officials need to hear what the loss of WINDOW will mean to you and your family. In addition to Governor Walz, state representatives Nathan Nelson and Mike Sundin; state senator Jason Rarick; US Representative Pete Stauber; US Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, each need to know that WINDOW’s services are vital to the tax-paying citizens of Carlton, Kanabec and Pine counties. We can’t let victims and their children experience further harm because there is nowhere to turn. We value – and deserve – safe communities. When our government revokes funding from the only crime victims service agency in three counties, we are left to wonder what other local services the government will deem unnecessary. Be a voice for victims: save WINDOW. For more information about this situation or if you need contact information for your representative, please contact me at 320-384-7113.
LISA LILJA is the executive director of WINDOW.
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’m having one of those days. Everything is conspiring against you, eh? And they are showing remarkable teamwork. THANKS A BRUNCH I heard on the radio a few years ago that the average American eats 1996 pounds of food each year. Al’s World Nearly a ton of food. Using math skills Al Batt that earned me such kudos as “he’s not that good at math,” I figured that’s just short of 5.5 pounds of food daily. I didn’t figure in the Leap Day we get every four years. Inspired by that recalled information and having had a breakfast of tea and a banana, I decided to find food. I need to eat regularly to keep from feeling like yesterday’s hash browns. When nearing empty, I walk to my favorite hunting grounds -- the refrigerator. I hoped there would be some of
Grief moves slowly. Life moves on, but with an enhanced appreciation of time and people. the waffles that fit perfectly into a toaster. I believe there is great value in waffles. I’d planned to make a smiley face of syrup on each waffle. Sadly, I found a great emptiness where the waffles would have been if we’d have had waffles. I’m an easy bruise, but a quick heal. “Okay, then,” I said much too loudly to myself, and I moved onto other victuals. I built a sandwich. Wheat bread and cheese. I smelled a couple kinds of cheese I’d found in the refrigerator. I tried to snifferentiate the two. I put both in my sandwich and added an orange for dessert. I had to. Mother Nature not only pre-sliced, but also prewrapped oranges.
IN MEMORY OF A BLUE-RIBBON BIRDER I’m saddened by the death of Bill Thompson III. This wonderful editor/publisher of “Bird Watcher’s Digest” was a friend I dearly miss. The birds could not have had a better friend or a more influential voice on their behalf. Bill was 57, still playing softball and had hitting a home run over the fence on his bucket list. He didn’t hit that home run. Life can be unfair. It stands to reason that death can be, too. I read the obituaries in the newspaper. They are blessings veiled in sadness. Good people I was glad to know who are gone. Social media makes today’s news seem as if it had happened 10 years ago, but grief moves slowly. Life moves on, but with an enhanced appreciation of time and people. MEETING ADJOURNED You can be anything. Be kind. AL BATT is a syndicated columnist. For questions or comments about this article, contact Al at allenbatt@msn.com.
We can do something about teen suicide CONTRIBUTED AMERICAN COUNSELING ASSOCIATION
Many parents are, unfortunately, not aware of how common the problem of teen suicide is. In America, it’s estimated there is an average of more than 3,000 suicide attempts every day by young people in grades nine to 12. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people ages 10 to 24, killing more teens and young adults than cancer, heart disease, AIDS, birth defects, stroke, pneumonia, influenza and chronic lung disease combined. Studies have found that four out of five teens who attempt suicide have given clear warning signs, yet too often such signs are ignored or simply not noticed or recognized. Life today can seem overwhelming for many adolescents. Young people are confronted with physical and hormonal changes, school grade anxieties, being social-
ly accepted and making life decisions about college or employment choices. Other factors, such as a parental divorce, a seriously ill relative or even moving to a new home can bring added levels of stress and anxiety. Being bullied, whether in person or online, will also contribute to the negative feelings a teen may be experiencing. Teens affected by such factors are often suffering from depression and suicide may simply seem the easiest way to escape the blackness they are feeling. Depression is a mental health issue that doesn’t cure itself, but it does have a number of signs that can help a parent spot a teen in trouble. Teens suffering from depression will often exhibit changes in eating and sleeping habits. They often are withdrawn, losing interest in friends and family, and no longer participating in favorite activities. Their school work may be suffering, they may have difficulty concentrating, and
may not pay much attention to their personal hygiene and appearance. In some cases the teen may verbalize feelings of wanting to die or simply outright threaten suicide. The warnings given may be more subtle, like saying “I won’t be a problem much longer.” Any such references to death or suicide are clear cries for help and shouldn’t be ignored. Depression, whether in a teen or adult, is a mental health problem that can be treated. Any signs that a teen may be considering suicide should call for immediate action. Talk to your family physician or a professional counselor. There’s also information and help from the National Suicide Prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Acting early can help save a young life. “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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POPCORN: Mora company stands out as abnormally innovative FROM PAGE 1
popcorn bags at 300 bags per minute. The next and current generation is capable of 450 bags per minute. For 18 years Don worked to design and remodel microwave popcorn packaging machines for the metro based company. Those machines filled microwave popcorn bags at speeds ranging from 80 to 150 bags per minute. After Paul graduated from UMD with his electrical engineering and computer science degree, he and Don designed a machine that filled microwave popcorn bags at 180 bags per minute. After the company for which they designed machines re-structured, Don took over servicing machines for a couple of other companies and made improvements on older machines. In 2010, they decided to build a new bag former prototype. They brought it to St. Louis to demonstrate it for a potential customer. That company quickly bought the first two and now has three of the Magnum VP machines which are the high speed bag forming machines. The first two machines in St. Louis have now produced 1.4 billion microwave popcorn bags which represents enough paper to go around the world about nine times. One of their latest projects was to design a packaging machine from scratch that could be combined with their bag forming machine. The complete NAE system forms, folds, fills and seals individual microwave popcorn bags. Since 2013, they have built five of these systems, each producing 300 bags per minute. Those machines are operating around the clock nearly every day of the year.
SMUDE’S - THE ONLY ONE OF ITS KIND No microwave popcorn has ever been made using liquid oil until Smudes. Tony Smude of Pierz creates Smude’s cold pressed sunower oil. Wanting to e expand into the popcorn business, he faced a problem: How do you package liquid oil in a paper bag? Other microwave popcorns typically use a granular oil and avoring product that is easier to package. The engineers and manufacturers at Northland Automation Engineering in Mora worked with Tony Smude to devise a way to make it possible. Smude’s began selling the popcorn in March 2018, boasting using only three ingredients: popcorn, sunower oil and salt. It prides itself on having no artiďŹ cial ingredients Today Smude’s microwave popcorn can be purchased online at www.SmudeOil..com, or can be found at stores including Coborn’s, Bread ‘n Honey Pantry, Kowalskis, Festival Foods and among many other small stores and co-ops.
In addition to operating NAE, the Olsons farm 1,500 acres of corn and soybeans using precision ag practices. These practices utilize GPS technology to apply variable rate planting, fertilizing and herbicide applications. In order to have enough storage for their grain, they purchased the grain elevators and storage bins behind Zimmer Feed and Grain which they began remodeling in 2015. In the process they met Tom Smude from Pierz who produces Smude’s cold pressed sunflower oil. He wanted to expand his product line to include microwave popcorn using his oil. The Olsons joined forces with Smude to help create a packaging solution for Smude’s unique microwave popcorn. Their popcorn is the only microwave popcorn using a liquid oil contained in the paper bag. It boasts of having no artificial preservatives or flavoring and is
packaged in bags that are fluorochemical free. Smude’s popcorn is currently available at Coborn’s, Bread ‘n Honey Pantry, Kowalskis, Lunds, Byerlys, Festival Foods and among many other small stores and co-ops. As farmers, the Olsons have discovered that they have farm equipment on which they can make improvements. For example, they designed and built an improved fertilizer attachment for their new corn planter, improved conveyors for their grain bins, an elaborate mill control system, and even an overhead target retrieval system for a local gun range. They have several patents on their machines and are working on new ventures on which they are seeking additional patents. They describe themselves as out-ofthe-ordinary, totally abnormal and innovative. “We don’t want to be a me-
too company,� said Don. “We want to do things that others have not done.� What gives them the most satisfaction? Don said, “The pride in accomplishing things that others have not accomplished.� Eric added, “It’s to be able to take pride in what you do and to do the best that you can at it. What we do is unique. We have companies from all over the world coming to see our equipment. When they see what we are doing they are generally amazed and surprised by the sophisticated technology developed and applied in rural Minnesota.� By the way, when they are not farming corn and soybeans in the winter, their machinery can be found hauling manufactured snow onto the Vasaloppet ski trails. The family enjoys Nordic Skiing in the winter and fishing and biking in the summer.
RUBES: Dealer charged in alleged fraud FROM PAGE 1
“It became clear through my investigation that Rubin was intentionally misleading First Citizens Bank as to the whereabouts of the vehicles, and either refusing to disclose their location or selling
them without paying or notifying First Citizens Bank where the vehicles were. Rubin would also obtain conditional titles knowing that First Citizens Bank held the title to avoid notifying First Citizens of the sale. This was combined with Rubin fail-
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County considers charging gravel tax
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School collects bids for Trailview elementary expansion
that the project planss w en e nt to off tthe went he b uild din ing. building. the printer on Monday ni igh ght, t, night, Th he scho hool b oard appro oved The school board approved Jan. 25, and numerous ques- th the e design desi de s gn and d layout layou out on O ct. 1. Oct. T e expansion The xpansion of M Mora’s ora ora’ tions ns from om contractors contracto have A request est fo for bids for biid ds w as rreleased elea el ease ea sed se ed was Trailview Tra ailview lview School took took one ste step been received in subsequent on Tuesday, Jan. 19. B Bids will be closer closser er with w h the Jan Jan.. 19 rel release eas days. He estimated that 20 to accepted until 1 p.m. p.m on Thursof a request bids Mora 30 contractors request req est for bi b dss by M on actors will at attend a day afte afternoon, Feb. F 18, in 15 School Scho ool District 332. 33 Bids re- pre-bid meeting scheduled for categories: site wo 3 ork, concrete, work, ceived ceive ed will be opened open op on Feb. 3 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 2 at Trail- masonry, general construction, 18 and an nd approved ppro ro ed db bid bids will be an- view. i roofi fing, aluminum l i windows, nounced noun nced on Feb. 25. IIn May 2015, voters approved roved fl flooring, oor ooring, acoustical ceilings, 2 YEARS *Kanabec County At the school t scho ool ol board meeting a $19.7 $19.7 million bond referendum nd ndum m food service equipment, q paintThursday on Th hursday day y evening, evening Jan. Jan 28, 28 for the th 57 57,500 500 squ uare foot expa expan expansquare ing ing, fire fi re prote ection plumbing ection, protection, Co t $69 00 Kanabec County $69.00 Ow and Out of heard County members memb bers saw a prepre$46.00 sion to t Trailview ffor or grades d K K-2, 2, 2 and d heating, h heating ti ventilation, test OutFairview of County sentati tion by y Brandon Keller- which will replace sentation ace balance,, and electrical. and$87.00 balance mann from Duluth-based en- Elementary. The addition fea feaea a“We’ve inquiries “W We’ e ve e rreceived e eived inqu ec uir i ie iess on gineering gineeri ing fi firrm Foster, Jacobs, tures a new expanded w gym, an expa and nded d mo more off th those categoore tthan h n ha ha half l o lf hos ose e ca cate t gote go o Johnson. Kellermann, and Joh ohnson n. Kellerm rrm rman m nn, the cafeteria, a and two-story classnd a two-s story yc l ss la ss-- ri ries bidders,” Kellermann ies ffrom ro om bi b dd der e s, s ” Ke K ell lller erma mann ma nn project manager, senior proje ect m anag an age ag er, said room addition north side ma dd ddit dit itio io ion on on tthe he en orrth th sid ide id e sa said. “I’ve noticed aid id. d. “I “ I’v ’ve ’v e no otice ed questions BY SCOTT MCKINNEY NEWS@MORAMINN.COM
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re you familiar with the Gospel story in John 9: 1-41? Jesus healed a man born physically blind. Imagine never seeing the light of day, the soft whiteness of freshly fallen snow, the radiance of a sunrise or sunset, the smile of a child. So many things this man had missed in his life. People who have lost their sight or have impaired sight understand what that means Focus on and often grieve the loss. They grieve the Faith loss of independence Rita Clasemann they once enjoyed. But I wonder if we
don’t all suffer from blindness of one sort or another. We get so wrapped up in our personal agendas, our crowded schedules, our family issues that we lose sight of the big picture. We forget what Christ has called us to be – examples of His great love and compassion in our world. Do we see the elderly person who sits alone day after day? Have we noticed the teen who cannot go home at night because of difficult or even dangerous situations there? When have we observed a harried parent in the grocery store and simply walked away instead of offering a helping hand or a smile, failing to remember how tough it is to try to do two things at once? Are we aware of the challenges that cancer patients face as unable to work, they
struggle to make ends meet? I suspect that unless we have endured testing situations, we don’t really see, much less understand, what another person needs. Our eyes are simply not open. Life just goes on for us. In John’s Gospel story, the people standing around criticized Jesus for healing this man. In their eyes the man deserved blindness, saying “he must have sinned.” Do we blame folks for the situations they find themselves in? Do we think they are not smart enough, disciplined enough or good enough to deserve our help? Then we are blind. We are not seeing with the eyes of Christ. We are not seeing ‘the person.’ Last time I wrote about the Peer Ministry training we have begun in our community. This program is designed
to help our youth and adults begin to truly see those around us who need our attention, friendship and support. How do we see them? What misconceptions might we have? How do we open conversations that invite real sharing? How do we extend our care? In other words, do we see with Christ’s love? Every person has a story. Unless we see the person, take time to speak with them, we will never know the reality of who they are in God’s eyes. Once we see them and hear them, we begin to know their inner beauty, their talents, their struggles and their pain. Lord, open our eyes and help us to see you in each person today. RITA CLASEMANN is the parish life coordinator at St. Mary’s Parish in Mora.
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 Union St. S., Mora 320-679-2530 Mike Rue, Senior Pastor David Everson, Associate Pastor Jeanine Kitterman, Children’s Director Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School (all ages); 10:30 a.m. Worship Service. Wednesday: 6-7:30 p.m.: AWANA Pre K-6th grade and Youth Group 7th-12 grade. 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 - 1st & 3rd 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 Church: 320-679-1125 Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship Service. 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.
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. 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. Website: moraumc.org
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.
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 8 a.m. Bible Study, 9 a.m. Worship, 10 a.m. Children’s Sunday Library.
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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In crisis: What are opioids, really? Like most of the country, there also is little sign that the opioid crisis is slowing. Although there are some early indications that death rates from prescription opioid painkillers and heroin may be plateauing, death rates from synthetic opioids appear only to be accelerating in recent years.
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The State Health Access Data Assistance Center (SHADAC) at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health recently released a report on the evolving opioid crisis across the United States. Since 2010, rapid increases in deaths from illicit opioids have outpaced deaths from natural and semi-synthetic opioids. Additional data suggest that the overdose crisis may now be expanding beyond opioids. Colin Planalp with SHADAC answers questions about opioid overdose death trends, how these trends are expected to evolve over time and how Minnesota compares to the rest of the country.
Q: What are you and your colleagues at SHADAC doing to advance knowledge of the opioid crisis?
Q: What are opioids? Mr. Planalp: All opioids are drugs that act on the opioid receptors in the pleasure centers of the brain. Opioids can be medically useful as painkillers, but they are prone to abuse because they can create feelings of intense pleasure. They also can be highly addictive, causing people to seek out and continue to abuse opioids even as it causes them harm. And because all opioids are chemically related and act similarly on the brain, a person who is addicted to an opioid may switch to another opioid if he or she can’t obtain their usual opioids. For example, a person may become addicted to prescription opioid painkillers after first receiving a prescription for a workplace injury, but if he or she is no longer able to obtain prescription painkillers from a doctor, an addicted person may try buying prescription opioids illegally or even switch to heroin. Q: What are the most commonly misused opioids? Mr. Planalp: There are multiple ways to classify opioids, but for understanding today’s opioid crisis, there are three types that account for most opioid overdose deaths: prescription painkillers, heroin and synthetic opioids. Prescription opioid painkillers can be legally prescribed by doctors for treatment of short-term acute pain, such as from surgery, and long-term chronic pain, such as recurring pain from a back injury. Although prescription painkillers are legal, they also are commonly trafficked and abused
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illegally — sometimes by drug dealers, but frequently by stealing or “sharing” them with family or friends. Heroin is an illegal opioid that is derived from opioid poppies, smuggled into the U.S. by international drug traffickers and sold through the illicit drug trade. Synthetic opioids are a class of powerful manmade opioids that includes some legal painkillers, such as fentanyl. Increasingly during the past few years, however, international drug traffickers have begun smuggling illicitly manufactured fentanyl into the U.S. and selling it illegally because it is cheaper and more potent than heroin. Q: What are the recent trends in opioid overdose deaths?
illicit opioids has more than made up for that. In 2017, the U.S. death rate from synthetic opioids was 9.0 per 100,000 people — nearly twice the rate from heroin (4.9) and more than twice the rate from prescription opioid painkillers (4.4). Q: How does Minnesota compare to the rest of the country? Mr. Planalp: Minnesota’s death rates from each of those three types of opioids — prescription opioid painkillers, heroin and synthetic opioids — are significantly lower than the U.S. rate. However, Minnesota has followed the same general trend in deaths from opioids, with steady increases from prescription opioid painkillers since 2000 and much more rapid growth in deaths from heroin and synthetic opioids since 2010.
Mr. Planalp: Because the opioid crisis is a rapidly evolving problem, we are carefully monitoring trends in opioid overdose deaths nationally, in Minnesota and in other states. One particular area of concern that we are studying is on recent signals that the opioid crisis may be expanding to other non-opioid illicit drugs — especially cocaine and methamphetamine. My SHADAC colleagues and I have documented recent increases in death rates from cocaine and methamphetamine-type drugs that mirror the rapid rise in deaths from illicit opioids, which is consistent with similar recent research from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that found cocaine and methamphetamine are often also involved in overdose deaths from synthetic opioids. Additionally, as states and the federal government undertake important efforts to curb the opioid crisis, we consult with state and federal officials on how to effectively conduct surveillance and measure the impacts of their work.
COLIN PLANALP is a senior research fellow in SHADAC, which makes data on the opioid crisis available at State Health Compare. His area of expertise is state health policy, with a particular focus on using data to inform policy decisions. He has conducted research and provided technical assistance to states and federal agencies on a variety of health policy topics, including innovative approaches to Medicaid expansion via Section 1115 demonstration waivers, multi-payer quality measure alignment as a strategy for supporting health care payment reform, and measuring the rapidly evolving national opioid crisis.
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CONSERVATION OPERATIONS April 1, 2019 The following Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officer weekly reports explain the activities performed by Division of Enforcement personnel in protecting Minnesota’s natural resources through effective law enforcement and education. Provided by the MN DNR on March 25, 2019. Mora: Conservation Officer Mike Krauel spent the week checking late-ice anglers. Several complaints and trespassing calls were handled. ATV trails and complaint areas were worked over the week. Cambridge: Conservation Officer Angela Londgren attended the local deer open house put on by DNR Wildlife, patrolled wildlife management areas, state parks and public accesses, and investigated a water-draining complaint. Calls were taken on carcass dumping, injured animals and recreational vehicle complaints. Milaca: Conservation Officer Nathan Benkofske reports training in advanced duck-hunting enforcement and identification techniques in southeast Minnesota. Time was also spent handling a trespass case as well as multiple animal-related calls. ATV trails were monitored and riders talked to and educated about laws. Isle: Conservation Officer Ben Karon spent most of the past week at waterfowl training in southeastern Minnesota. Time was spent learning how to identify waterfowl in flight and by wing. There have been complaints of ATVs and OHMs operating on closed trails. People operating illegally were found for these violations. Be sure to check the DNR website for trail openings. Anglers were checked and found to have had varied success.
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AWARDS Granite Ridge All Conference: Connor Gmahl-120 (4-1) Ryan Nosbush-132 (3-0) Jon Smith -152 (4-1) Danny Schroeder-170 (4-1) Dom Adams-182 (4-1 The team was the Mat Rat’s AA Central Minnesota’s team of the year The team was awarded the Minnesota Wrestling Coaches Association Academic Silver Award for a team GPA over 3.0. Team MVP: Jon Smith Most Improved: Austin Voss Rookie of the Year: Avery Nelson, Tucker Hass and Dom Adams Chad Stamper Hardest Worker Award: Connor Gmahl Granite Ridge All Conference Honorable Mention: Avery Nelson-106 (3-1) Brock Folkema-113 (3-0) Cody Haggberg-138 (3-1) Austin Voss-160 (3-2)
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he first day of April dawns with a crescent moon closing in on Venus just above the east-southeastern horizon. Bathed in the sun’s foreglow, both have a rendezvous with the sun—the moon as it glides below and in front of the sun, Venus as it circles behind it—on their way Minnesota to the evening sky. At new moon on Starwatch April 5, the moon its next Deane Morrison begins climb out of the sunset. But Venus won’t pass behind the sun until August, and only reappears as an evening star in late fall. While you’re out, be sure to look low in the south-southeast for the Teapot of Sagittarius, flanked on the west by bright Jupiter and on the east by Saturn. If you need any more help identifying the planets, a bright waning moon sweeps close to Jupiter on the April 23 and Saturn on the April 25. On the April 19, early risers may see April’s full moon hovering over the western horizon. Fullness comes at 6:12 a.m.; moonset follows less than an hour later all over the state, with earliest setting times in the more eastern locations. During April the spring constellation Leo, the lion, prances high in the south during prime evening viewing hours. Its brightest star, Regulus, shines from the bottom of the Sickle of stars outlining the
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lion’s head. The Sickle resembles a backward question mark, with Regulus at the point. East of the Sickle, a triangle of stars represents Leo’s hindquarters and tail. At the tip is Denebola, whose name comes from the Arabic for “tail of the lion.” East of Denebola shine two bright stars: brilliant Arcturus, in Bootes, the herdsman, at about the same altitude as Denebola; and Spica, in Virgo, nearer the horizon. Although Denebola is a bit dim, these three stars form an almost perfect equilateral triangle and have been called the Spring Triangle. That name has also been applied to the less regular triangle formed by Arcturus, Spica and Regulus.
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In the west, the winter stars are streaming past Mars. In the first week of April, watch the Pleiades star cluster go by Mars on the right. On the left, the V-shaped Hyades star cluster, marking the face of Taurus, the bull, soon follows suit. Compare the colors of the red planet and Aldebaran, the bright and yellowish eye of the bull, as the two bodies pass. DEANE MORRISON is a writer and editor with the University of Minnesota Office of University Relations. Minnesota Starwatch is a service of the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics, located in the Tate Laboratory of Physics and Astronomy. The University of Minnesota offers public viewings of the night sky at its Duluth and Twin Cities campuses.
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Fran Anderson and SPIRE President/CEO Dan Stoltz.
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Fran Anderson has been a SPIRE Credit Union member for 80 years. She recently visited with staff from SPIRE Credit Union’s Mora branch and President/CEO Dan Stoltz. Anderson first joined Greater Minnesota Credit Union (GMCU merged with SPIRE in 2014) in 1939 when she was just 6 years old - one of the first
300 members. She would later work for GMCU as its sole employee. She stepped down from her position to care for her two sons, who would also become members. Anderson’s father, Harvey Robinson, was a volunteer treasurer for the credit union and worked for an insurance company in the same office as the credit union. His handmade gavel is currently on display at the SPIRE Mora branch. During her visit,
Anderson shared her savings book and a financial report from the 1950s. At that time, savings rates were at 3 percent and the membership was over 700. “It was a delight to meet Fran,” stated SPIRE President/CEO Dan Stoltz, “We are so thankful for longtime members like her that have trusted us for so many years.” SPIRE Credit Union celebrated its 85th anniversary on March 13, 2019.
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April 1, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar announced she has nominated Laura Nissen of Mora to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy for the class entering in the fall of 2019. A current student at Anoka Ramsey Community College and a 2018 graduate of Mora High School, Nissen has spent time learning in countries around the world. In addition to the learned culture competencies Nissen demonstrates, she has achieved outstanding academic and athletic successes, including being a member of the National Honor Society and lettering in varsity track and field. Nissen has demonstrated qualities that make her an outstanding candidate for admission into the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. “I want to congratulate Laura on her nomination to the Merchant Marine Academy,” said Klobuchar. “My office received a considerable number of applications from qualified Minnesotans across the state, and Laura demonstrates a commitment to excellence. I am confident she has the skills to serve our nation with honor.” Last fall, Klobuchar accepted applications for military academy nominations, which include the United States Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, West Point and the Naval Academy. After interviewing applicants, Klobuchar nominated select students to their chosen service academies. Academies are currently reviewing applications and will notify accepted applicants directly of their admission to attend this fall.
Kanabec County’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday, May 18, 2019 • 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The col lec of charg tion event is fr e County e to all Kanabe e c propert y owne — The HHW and Clean-up Day events are supported by Kanabec County Commissioners — and reside rs dispose nts to safely o f Pre-registration must be submitted by Friday, May 10, 2019. hazardo household us wast Registration Form: Household es.
Hazardous Waste Collection Name: Address:
Phone #: Township: Description of hazardous waste (including type & quantity):
How To Package And Transport Protect yourself. Wear protective clothing, gloves and goggles. Do not smoke. Do not wear contact lenses if handling solvents. Do not expose yourself to toxic chemicals if pregnant. Work in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing fumes. Keep children and pets away.
Bring Materials in original containers. If original container is not available, clearly mark on your container its present contents. Do not mix different or unknown wastes in the same container!
Pack Carefully. Place containers in a cardboard box lined with plastic. Pack them in an upright position. Tighten all lids before transporting. If container is leaking, pack in a larger leak-free container; soak up leakage with kitty litter.
Transport. Place boxes in car trunk. If you must transport inside the car, keep the car ventilated, and place combustibles out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources.
Event Location: East Central Solid Waste, 1756 180th Ave., Mora, MN 55051 Directions: Take Hwy. 65 South of Mora to Hwy. 23. Go West on Hwy. 23 for 2 1/2 miles. Then turn Right on 180th Ave. The facility is located on the North side of the road.
Send completed pre-registration form by Friday, May 10, 2019 to: Kanabec County Environmental Services 903 Forest Ave E, Mora, MN 55051 Phone: 320-679-6456 • Fax 320-679-6433
What to Bring
What NOT to Bring
R Acids, bases R Fluorescent lights, compact and tubular (this includes the new bulbs) R Paint thinner, solvents, oil based paint, stain, varnish R Pesticides and herbicides and other garden and agricultural chemicals (Raid*, Roundup*) R Aerosol containers (full or partially full) R Thermometers (older mercury) R Any other household products that are either poisonous, flammable, or corrosive. R LATEX PAINT: We now have a state contract for disposal
R Alkaline batteries: if in doubt bring them to the event R Empty containers R Industrial/commercial waste (residential only) R Propane tanks or compressed gas R Radioactive material or explosives R Auto batteries, used motor oil (this can be recycled locally) R Unidentified waste R Other non-hazardous waste
Kanabec County HHW Day is being held in conjunction with Kanabec County Clean-up Day. ALL HHW materials need to be registered. The day of the event all registered HHW participants will be directed to the HHW drop off before any clean-up/recycle materials are dropped off, please have HHW materials accessible for easy and fast drop off.
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“Fellows, you’ve got to see this to believe it”
125 YEARS AGO (1894) The Mora cemetery has been deeded to the village of Mora. The president and council will take charge of the grounds and make some extensive and permanent improvements during the ensuing year. “Killed by News from the Cars:” On Yesteryear Monday afternoon the down Matt Anderson train to St. Paul ran over d kill d a man near the railand killed road bridge. The man’s name was Sjostrom, a Swede. He had been in Mora during the day, drinking to excess, and on his way home laid down on the road where he was killed. He was married and leaves a wife and seven children in Sweden. An inquest was held on Tuesday and the engineer was excused from any blame in the matter.
100 YEARS AGO (1919) “Many New Bridges For Kanabec County; 13 Companies Represented by Bidders--Southfork to Build Four:” Many companies were represented at the court house last Tuesday by bidders who were anxious to secure the contract for building the bridges to be erected in this county this season. The Independent Bridge Company of Minneapolis was awarded the contract for building County Bridge No. 3009 in the township of Kanabec, in Section 26 and Fred Gustafson of Braham, will build County
Bridge No. 3010, between Sections 5 and 32, between Ford and Peace townships. The town board of Southfork let the contracts for the work in that town to the Independent Bridge Company. We understand that four bridges and two culverts will be built in this town this season. 75 YEARS AGO (1944) “Village Electric Service System To Be Enlarged; Priority Received for Purchase of Engine and Enlargement of Building:” The village of Mora has received a priority from Washington for the purchase of another Diesel engine and for the building of an addition to the engine room to provide space for this additional equipment. The load at the light plant has continued to increase yearly until it has become so heavy that there is no longer sufficient reserve to insure full service to patrons in case of a breakdown. The new engine would be of 1000 h. p. capacity and would not only provide reserve power but would enable the commission to sell electricity to farmers in the territory near Mora. “Awarded Purple Heart:” Mr. and Mrs. James Cook received a letter and a picture from their son, Pfc. Andrew, in the marine corps, on Monday. The picture showed Col. Griebel pinning the purple heart on Andrew for his services in the Gilbert campaign. 50 YEARS AGO (1969) “It’s A Great Life - If You Keep Your Cool! :” “Fill ‘er up
Tuesday, April 1, was a huge success. About 1,000 people toured the Lakeland Dairies where they watched the new continuous churn in operation and viewed the huge new milk dryer.
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and check the oil,” said Helmer Mohn as he pulled into position at a gas pump at Mork’s Phillips 66 Service station Monday evening. Sheldon Mork started the gas pumping, lifted the hood, reached for the dip stick and stopped in amazement. “Fellows, you’ve got to see this to believe it,” he called. There riding atop the air cleaner was a bantam hen! Mohn doesn’t know just how long Banty had been riding there but knows that she did spend the day there. He had had the car in the garage Sunday night. Monday he drove to work at Boatel, returned home following work and stopped the car near his house at Quamba. Then he returned to Mora. About 9 p.m. he stopped for gas at the station. The hen may have been there for two days.
Banty rode home in style, inside the car -- cool, man, cool! “Three Injured When Car Hits Horses Monday:” Six young children, homeward bound from a roller skating party at Fish lake, narrowly escaped death Monday night when a pair of roving horses ran into the side of the car in which they were riding. The accident occurred as Mrs. Wilford Ostman of route 3, Mora, and the six children were traveling along highway 65, 3 1/2 miles north of Mora. Mrs. Ostman said she saw two horses standing in the middle of the road, she swerved to avoid them but they came crashing into the car, breaking the windows on the left side of the car. One almost came into the car. “First Mora Farm-City Day Draws Over 1,000 Visitors:” Farm-City Day held at Mora
25 YEARS AGO (1994) “Jerome Carlson presents his 1st musical with ‘Gin”; Currently playing in downtown Minneapolis:” There’s an entire scene in the play that takes places in the town of Quamba. Also, mention is made of doings in Hinckley. To people who know something about the man who composed and produced “Gin,” none of this is surprising. A prominent Twin Cities businessman, Jerome Carlson is founder of the Chanhassen-based Instant Web Companies, of which he remains chairman and CEO today. But his first love always has been composing and performing, and his roots begin in Mora. “Gin”--- currently playing at the newly-restored Music Box Theatre, located on the 1400 block of Nicollet Avenue in downtown Minneapolis --- is Carlson’s first musical. And the author has not been shy about using the stage to say a thing or three! 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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Schemes aimed at tax pros, payroll offices, human resources personnel ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Something positive will come from your efforts at work, Aries. It’s just what you need to rev up your energy levels and fire through the last of the projects that have been on your list.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Growing comfortable expressing your feelings has you reaching out for new friends and relationships, Libra. You never know who you might meet when you open yourself up.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Encouragement will come from an unlikely place, Taurus. This may be someone who you thought wasn’t on your side, but really is. This realization may be a shock.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Lately your identity seems to be shaped by the company you keep, Scorpio. That means your colleagues, friends or family are playing a key role in influencing your behavior.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Some unusual possibilities for the future are coming your way, Gemini. Make an effort to be receptive, or they could pass you by before you know it.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, when you focus your efforts, time seems to dissipate and chores vanish. This week you may find yourself blasting through tasks one by one.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will often find that success comes not just from professional matters and connections, but by how you present yourself. Appearances have an impact. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 A sense of play may come over you this week and put you in a creative mood, Leo. You may find that a few artsy projects will get all sorts of ideas flowing. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Far-reaching ideas are on your mind, Virgo. You aren’t sure which path you want to take just yet. It can be fun to experiment with experiences outside of your comfort zone.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if you have been feeling stressed out or unimpressed with a relationship, you may need to infuse a little extra energy into the mix this week. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, your tongue may be extra sharp this week, so be careful in how you talk to the ones you love. Exercise caution around people at work as well. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 If you are single, this is the perfect time to get out with friends as much as possible,Pisces. If you are in a relationship, prioritize date nights.
The IRS has also seen more advanced phishing schemes targeting the personal or financial information available in the files of tax professionals, payroll professionals, human resources personnel, schools and organizations such as Form W-2 information. These targeted scams are known as business email compromise (BEC) or business email spoofing (BES) scams. Depending on the variation of the scam (and there are several), criminals will pose as: • a business asking the recipient to pay a fake invoice • as an employee seeking to re-route a direct deposit • or as someone the taxpayer trusts or recognizes, such as an executive, to initiate a wire transfer. The IRS warned of the direct deposit variation of the BEC/
BES scam in December 2018, and continues to receive reports of direct deposit scams reported to phishing@irs.gov. The Direct Deposit and other BEC/BES variations should be forwarded to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). The IRS requests that Form W-2 scams be reported to: phishing@irs.gov (Subject: W-2 Scam).
For those participating in these schemes, such activity can lead to significant penalties and possible criminal prosecution.
Both the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), which handles scams involving IRS impersonation, and the IRS Criminal Investigation Division work closely with the Department of Justice to shut down scams and prosecute the criminals behind them.
Criminals may use the email credentials from a successful phishing attack, known as an email account compromise, to send phishing emails to the victim’s email contacts. Tax preparers should be wary of unsolicited email from personal or business contacts especially the more commonly observed scams, like new client solicitations.
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Marilyn Marie Gorham died at her home in Mora, on Thursday, March 28, 2019. She was 89 years old. She was born on Feb. 24, 1930, to Zola and Elsie Hansen of Peace Township. By the time she started sschool, the family had m moved to Warman. She sstarted the first grade in the W Warman two-room school at tthe age of 5. Her mother was a school teacher at Bean B Brook School, while Marillyn attended high school in M Mora. As her mother never d drove, Marilyn drove her tto Bean Brook School and tthen took the school bus to M Mora. She graduated from M Mora High School in 1947. S She and her classmates remained close, celebrating class reunions for over 50 years. After high school, she continued her education, graduating from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Home Economics. During her college years, she lived with her aunt and uncle, working for them to earn her room and board. After college, she worked for Northern States Power, demonstrating new electric stoves and ovens. When products were purchased, she even cooked a meal for the new owner of the stove. Once she met her future husband, Robert Gorham, who lived in Mora, she left that job to move closer to home, and began teaching home economics in Isle. She and Robert were united in marriage in the Wahkon Presbyterian Church on June 6, 1953. It was a hot June day and the church was filled with fresh lilacs, one of her favorite flowers. Following their wedding, they honeymooned at Bay Lake. As her husband’s wallet was “stolen” by the groomsmen at the wedding, she paid for the excursion. The couple settled in Mora, living first in rental houses and then with her husband’s folks. While she continued teaching in Isle, her husband worked with his father and brother running the local hardware store. They eventually built a small two bedroom house on McLean Street, known fondly as the ‘Little House.’ After their three children Mike, Pat and Julie, were born, a larger home, designed by the couple, was built on the corner next door, and she settled into life as a homemaker. This was her home for the rest of her life and her love for it was evident. Her home was filled with not only lovely things acquired from their many trips across the country and around the world, but also with many warm memories of her family and friends. One of her greatest joys was hosting visitors, whether they were family, friends, or soon-to-be friends, in her home. Among her many other interests were her garden, her book club, the United Methodist women’s organizations, Eastern Star, the American Association of University Women and the Kanabec History Center. She was an avid volunteer for the Vasaloppet and the food pantry, and enjoyed being a poll worker for local elections. She loved to cook and bake; baking bread was her specialty. She was an intrepid traveler with friends and family. She also loved to fish for walleye during annual fishing trips to Canada. She loved and cared for her family, passing on many of her interests and traits to them. Her love for her family was evident, and her grandchildren were blessed to have her care for them often. She was preceded in death by father, Zola; mother, Elsie; husband, Bob; a stillborn son and her sister, Marjorie. She is survived by brother, John (Helen) Hansen; two sons Mike (Wendy) and Pat (Carmel) Gorham; one daughter Julie (Bruce) Freeman; grandchildren, Rachel (Tony), Neil, Thomas, Eugene, Nicholas (Andrea), Angela, and Lisa and great-grandchildren Anna, Lydia, Zoë and Josiah. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at the Mora United Methodist Church with Rev. Deb Schaffran officiating. Music will be provided by Anita Ruth, Joan Griffith and the Mora United Methodist Praise Team. Pallbearers will be Neil Gorham, Tony Sorrentino, Nick Wells, Randy Babcock, Jerry Babcock and David Hansen. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Mora. Arrangements by Akkerman-Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www. aifuneralhome.com.
Jeanne B Granlund, of Mora, died Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at her home on Knife Lake. She was 87 years old. She was born Oct. 31, 1931, iin Minneapolis to Carlton a and Helen Maeser. She grew u up in Minneapolis and W West St. Paul. She gradua ated from Southwest High S School in 1949. She was u united in marriage to her b beloved husband, Richard ((Dick) Granlund, in 1951 a and they had two children, T Terri Jeanne and Richard N Neil, Jr. They started raisiing their family in Spring L Lake Park and then moved tto a new home in Fridley. She took time off to be a “mom” until her children were both in school. Then she worked as a secretary to the Spring Lake Park school psychologists. Later she worked at Medtronic’s corporate headquarters in St. Anthony as secretary to the executive vice president in charge of corporate development. She then became an administrative assistant to the director of investor relations and retired from Medtronic’s Rice Creek headquarters in 1989 after 15 years. She and her husband bought their land on Knife Lake in 1965. Her husband built their house and they used it as a cabin until they retired there in 1989. He was the love of her life and they were happily married for 67 years. She loved being a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was proud of her grandchildren and overjoyed when the great-grandchildren arrived. She will be greatly missed. She was blessed by many lifelong and longtime friends. She treasured her bible study friends and served as leader of that study for 15 years. She enjoyed serving her church as a Stephen Minister, volunteering on the missions and altar committees, and most of all being on the church library board. She was an avid reader. She also enjoyed quilting, crocheting, working in her flower gardens, birdwatching and making cards. She is survived by husband, Dick; son, Dick Jr. (Diana); daughter, Terri (Robert) Moeller; grandchildren, Scott Moeller, Laura (Chris) Gaustad, Jim (Mandi) Granlund, Matt (Gladys) Granlund, Chris Granlund, Kimmy Swanson; great-grandchildren, Owen, Evan and Lillian Gausted and Claudia Granlund and sisters, Marilyn Zimmerman and Susan (Larry) Gilmore. Funeral service was Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at Grace Lutheran Church, Mora. Pastor Paul Lutter officiated and music was provided by Jackie Peterson. Readers were Dick Granlund, son and Bob Herder, friend. Pallbearers were grandsons, Scott Moeller, Jim Granlund, Matt Granlund and Chris Granlund; Robert Moeller, son-in-law and Chris Gaustad, grandson-in-law. Honorary pallbearers were friends, Bert Johnson and Greg Nygaard. Burial at Oakwood Cemetery, Mora. Arrangements by Dresser Methven Funeral and Cremation Services.
Harvey H. Franz, of Mora, died Monday, April 1, 2019, at the Prairie Lodge Ecumen Care Center in Brooklyn Park. He was 83 years old. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2019, at the Zion Lutheran Church in Mora with Rev. Anthony Cloose officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery in Mora. A full notice will follow next week. Arrangements by the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com.
Lu Ann (Peterson) Belsom Lu Ann (Peterson) Belsom of Bloomington, died Saturday, March 30, 2019. She was 86 years old. She was an animal lover, a puzzle master, a handcrafter and a prize-winning collector of buttons. She was preceeded in death and greeted in heaven by parents, Leo and Nanna Peterson; husband, Dick Belsom and daughter, Kimberly Berskow. She is survived by sister, Marilyn Peterson; brother, Peter Peterson; sons, Richard (Janet) Berskow and Martin (Erica) Berskow; grandchildren; great-grandchildren and many other loving family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 2019, at Cremation Society of Minnesota, Edina Chapel. Visitation at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m. with a luncheon to follow. Private burial at Fort Snelling. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift to Hope Lutheran Church, Grasston, or a charity of your choice. Cremation services by Cremation Society of MN Edina Chapel (952-924-4100).
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So many people to thank. The caring staff at Eastwood for the last three and one half years, the compassionate staff at FirstLight Health System, Reverend Bob DeYoung and Pastor Lisa Cassman for their comforting sermons, Rosie Ludwig for the beautiful music, Mike Ingebrand for the entire service going so smoothly, for the support of wonderful family and friends, and those who took time to attend the funeral. All of you made the saddest day bearable. Thank you. The family of Dorothy M. Johnson
BIRTHS Evelynn J. Thompson Evelynn Jean Thompson was born Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019, at FirstLight Health System of Mora to Danielle Stauffer of Finlayson. She weighed 7 pounds 2 ounces and was 20 inches long. She is welcomed home by siblings Jaclynn (9), Landon (7) and Brickk (4). Grandparents are Laura and Ron Ausmus of Beroun and Tim Stauffer of Kettle River.
Eugene D. Garbow II Eugene Duane Garbow II was born Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, at FirstLight Health System of Mora to Emma Bosin and Emmanuel Garbow Sr. He weighed 11 pounds 1 ounce and was 22 inches long. He is welcomed home by siblings Emmanuel (9), Sylvia (5) and Ariel (3). Grandparents are Della Benjamin, Eugene Garbow, Sylvia and John Bosin.
Oliver A. Herges Oliver Allen Herges was born Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, at FirstLight Health System of Mora to Jordan and Erika Herges. He weighed 8 pounds 13 ounces and was 21 inches long. He is welcomed home by sibling Liam (2). Grandparents are Peter and Stacy Ripka of Ogilvie and Randy and Betty Herges of Ogilvie.
Harper S. Schultz Harper Sophia Schultz was born Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, at FirstLight Health System of Mora to Jessica and Nick Schultz of Mora. Grandparents are Kathleen and Terrence Taykalo of Coon Rapids and Nick Shultz of Farmington.
Abigail M. Enrriquez
Abigail Maxine Enrriquez was born Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019, at FirstLight Health System of Mora to Kayla Cheney and Matthew Enrriquez of Mora. She weighed 8 pounds 5.1 ounces and was 21 inches long. Grandparents are Melody and William Cheney of Mora and Kandi and Francisco Enrriquez of Mora.
Oliver T. Segelstrom
Oliver Thor Segelstrom was born Monday, March 11, 2019, at FirstLight Health System of Mora to Chris and Eva Segelstrom of Brook Park. He weighed 8 pounds 3.5 ounces and was 20 inches long. He is welcomed home by siblings Jackson (5), Zander (3) and Parker (1). Grandparents are Dwight and Patti Belsheim of Box Elder, South Dakota and Deborah Koch of Mora.
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default has occurred in the conditions of the mortgage given by George Vedder, as mortgagor to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (“MERS”) as nominee for Countrywide Bank, N.A., the lender and mortgage originator as stated on the mortgage, dated October 20, 2005, and recorded November 7, 2005, as Kanabec County Recorder doc 216071; Assigned to The Bank of New York Mellon FKA The Bank of New York, as Successor Trusteee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Trustee on Behalf of the Certificate Holders of The CWHEQ, Inc., CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2005-M by Recorder’s document 254858, recorded 12/23/2015. Assigned to 2005 Residential Trust 3-1 by Recorder’s document 260865, recorded 9/28/2017. Assigned to 2005 Residential Trust 3-2 by Recorder’s document 260866, recorded 9/28/2017; original principal amount: $75,000.00. Transaction agent: None. Mortgage servicer: FCI Lender Services, Inc The amount due, including taxes paid by the mortgagee, as of February 1, 2019, is $93,716.38. The mortgaged property, located in Kanabec County, is described as: Address: 2322 200th Ave, Mora, MN 55051-7230 Tax ID: 04.00640.00 Legal: That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4 of SW 1/4) of Section Eight (8), Township Thirty-nine (39), Range Twentythree (23), of Kanabec County, Minnesota, described as follows: Beginning at a point where the East line of said tract intersects the North right of way line of County Road lying along the South of said property, thence running North along the East line of said tract a distance of 369 feet, thence running West parallel to the South line of said tract a distance of 354 feet, thence running South parallel to the East line of said tract a distance of 369 feet, more or less, to the North right of way line of said County Road, thence running East along the North right of way line of said County Road a distance of 354 feet to the point of beginning, said tract consisting of three (3) acres, more or less, and being a part of the SW 1/4 of SW 1/4, Section 8, Township 39, Range 23. No action has been instituted to recover any part of the debt secured by the mortgage. Mortgagee has complied with all notice and acceleration requirements of the mortgage and the law. Pursuant to the power of sale contained in the mortgage, this property will be sold by the county Sheriff to pay the debt it secures, taxes actually paid by the mortgagee, and expenses allowed by law on April 17, 2019, at 10:00 a.m., at the Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office, 18 N Vine St, Suite 143, Mora, MN 55051. The time allowed by law for redemption by the mortgagor(s), or the mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is Six (6) Months from the date of the sale. The mortgagor (borrower) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under Minn Stat 580.30 or the property redeemed under Minn Stat 580.23 by 11:59 p.m. on October 17, 2019, or on the next business day if that day is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. 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. 2005 RESIDENTIAL TRUST 3-2 Leonard V. Crowley Attorney for Mortgage Holder 222 So 9th St, STE 1600 Minneapolis, MN 55402 612-332-7290 Atty. Reg. No. 13434x Published in the Kanabec County Times Feb. 28, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 2019 NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE DATE: March 19, 2019 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: August 22, 2005 2. Mortgagors: Meadow Ridge Development, Inc., a Minnesota Corporation *The Mortgage originally was recorded on August 31, 2005, as Document Number 214747 and named Madolyn Amundson and Eugene Stierns as the Mortgagors. Then, a CORRECTIVE Mortgage was recorded on December 20, 2005, as Document Number 216751 to restate the name of the Mortgagor as Meadow Ridge Development, Inc. 3. Mortgagees: First Citizens Bank, organized and existing under the laws of the State of Iowa (f/k/a First Citizens National Bank f/k/a Kanabec State Bank) 4. Mortgage Recording Information: Recorded on August 31, 2005, as Document Number 214747, in the Office of the County Recorder of Kanabec County, Minnesota. *Said Mortgage was re-recorded on December 20, 2005, as Document Number 216751 to correct the name of the Mortgagor. 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: None INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 22.01820.00 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Kanabec County, Minnesota, Lot Twelve (12), Block Sixteen (16), Auditor’s Subdivision No. 7, City of Mora, Kanabec County, Minnesota 8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 231 Wood Street S, Mora, MN 55051 OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is Kanabec State Bank (n/k/a First Citizens Bank) INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. This Voluntary Foreclosure is being conducted pursuant to Minn. Stat. §582.32 and the terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Agreement for Voluntary Foreclosure dated March 13, 2019, and recorded on March 15, 2019 as Document Number 265755 in the Office of the Kanabec County Recorder. All of the pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with and no other action or proceeding has been instituted in law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage. 12. The original principal amount
secured by the Mortgage was $80,000.00. 13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $58,192.83. 14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage and the Memorandum of Agreement for Voluntary Foreclosure dated March 13, 2019, and recorded on March 15, 2019, as Document Number 265755, the Mortgage will be voluntarily foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Kanabec County, Minnesota, at public auction on April 30, 2019, 10:00 a.m., at 18 N Vine Street, Suite 143, Mora, MN 55051. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is TWO MONTHS after the date of sale (pursuant to Minn. Stat. §582.32 Sub.5(d). Each holder of a junior lien may redeem in the order and manner provided in Minnesota Statutes Section 582.32, Subd. 9, beginning after the expiration of the mortgagor’s redemption period. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 Attorney Lic. No. 0388929 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: First Citizens Bank 730 Forest Ave E Mora, MN 55051 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION GAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published in the Kanabec County Times March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 2019
PROBATE STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF KANABEC TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 33-PR-19-14 Estate of Darwin Louis Tetnowski, Decedent NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on April 29, 2019, at 1:30 p.m, a hearing will be held in this Court at 18 North Vine Street, Mora, MN 55051, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Kari Tetnowski, whose address is 2406 Woodmor Road, Brook Park, Minnesota, 55007 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT
Dated: March 21, 2019 Stoney L Hiljus Judge of District Court Dated: March 21, 2019 /s/ Sharon Schubert Court Administrator Filed in District Court State of Minnesota Mar. 21, 2019, 2:43 p.m Attorney for Petitioner D. Scott Berry Berry Law Offices 206 South Rum River Drive Princeton, MN, 55371 Attorney License No: 0307841 Telephone: (763) 389-0178 FAX: (763) 220-5444 Email: dsberry@berrylawoffices. com Published in the Kanabec County Times March 28, April 4, 2019 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF KANABEC TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 33-PR-19-15 Estate of: Harold Herman Christen aka Harold H. Christen aka Harold Christen Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on May 6, 2019, at 1:30 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 18 N. Vine Street, Mora, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Tracey Johnson, whose address is 621 Summit Lane, Mora, Minnesota 55051 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT Date; March 28, 2019 Stoney L Hiljus Judge of District Court Dated: March 28, 2019 Sharon Schubert Court Administrator Attorney for; Petitioner Name; John P. Ahlgren Firm: Ahlgren Law Office, LLC Street: One North Lake City, State, ZIP; Mora, MN 55051 Attorney License No; 12039X Telephone; (320) 679-1754 FAX: (320} 679-1378 Email; john@ahlgrenlawoffice. com Filed in District Court State of Minnesota Mar 28 2019 9:12 a.m. Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
REQUEST FOR BID KANABEC COUNTY, MINNESOTA Aggregate Crushing, Hauling and Surfacing KCP 19-07 Bids Close: April 16, 2019 Sealed bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., April16, 2019, at the County Engineer’s Office,
KANABEC COUNTY TIMES 903 Forest Avenue East, Mora, Minnesota, 55051. At which time bids will be opened and read aloud for the following project: KCP 19-07- Modified class 5 graveling project throughout the North and Northeast area of Kanabec County, MN. The major quantities of work are 1.0 L.S. Mobilization; 1 L.S. Maintenance and Restoration of Haul Roads; 74,832 Cu. Yds. (LV) Aggregate Surfacing, Class 5 Modified; 18 Hours Motor Grader; 1 LS Traffic Control. Bids Close April 6, 2019 at Mora, Minnesota. Proposal and plans can be downloaded from http://www. questcdn.com for $20.00 (#6223084) or hard copies are available for $50.00 (tax included) at the Kanabec County Public Works, 903 Forest Avenue East, Mora, Minnesota. 320679-6300 All bids must be accompanied by certified check or bid bond payable to Kanabec County Treasurer in the amount of 5% of bid. The right is reserved to reject any bids or waive informalities. Dated at Mora, Minnesota this 18th day of March 2019. Kristine McNally Kanabec County Coordinator Published in the Kanabec County Times March 21, 28, April 4, 2019
PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING PEACE TOWNSHIP The Peace Township Board will conduct a Public Hearing at the Knife Lake Sportsmen’s Club building on April 15th at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of this hearing is to hear public comment on the application of Patrick and Linda Saunders to open a business called “Just Wild”, a small retail business to sell wildlife products; Bird feeders, houses, feed, deer feed, etc. Anything pertaining to wildlife. No guns, ammunition, bows and arrows will be sold. The property is located at 3278 Hwy 65 Unit# 2, Mora, MN. 55051. The business will be run by Patrick and Linda Saunders, no other employees. The Legal Description: SOUTH 330’ OF GOV. LOT 5, SECT.5, TOWNSHIP 41, RANGE 23, KANABEC COUNTY, MN. Written comments may be sent to: Betty Caza, Clerk 2025 290th Ave Mora, MN. 55051 Published in the Kanabec County Times March 28, April 4, 2019 EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL The East Central Regional Arts Council will hold a public hearing on their FY 2020-2021 Arts Plan and Budget on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the East Central Regional Arts Council Office at 112 Main Avenue South in Braham, Minnesota. The plan covers the counties of Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine. Contact: Mary Minnick-Daniels at director@ecrac.org or call 320396-2337 x 3 for information. Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 2019 CITY OF MORA PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE VACATION OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Mora, Minnesota, will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. at Mora City Hall located at 101 Lake Street South. This public hearing is for the purpose of considering a petition for the Vacation of that part of Lake Shore Avenue lying westerly of the northerly extension of 2nd Street,
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located within Lake Park Addition. This unimproved portion of public right-of-way is 400± feet in length. The petitioners are David & Wendy Voss, property owners of all land abutting the above described portion of Lake Shore Avenue. Any person may offer testimony, either orally at the meeting or by letter to the Mora City Council, in support of or in opposition to the request. For more details about the request, please contact Beth Thorp at 320-225-4807. For the Mora City Council Beth Thorp Community Development Director City of Mora Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
NOTICES IMPOUND NOTICE On June 6, 2017, the following vehicles were removed and impounded from the property at 2340 263rd Ave., Mora Mn 55051: -1970 Chev 136370K177303 -1969 Plym RM23H9G134088 -1967 Dodge WS23L77174593 -1966 Dodge WH46E6703188 -1966 CHEV 166476J122869 -1968 Dodge XS29L8B314141 -1971 Dodge JS23H1B334157 -1966 Chev 138176K117997 -1971 Dodge JH23G1B349069 -1958 Chev 3E58J108105 -1970 Plym RS23U0G120473 Please call Horizon Towing at 320-237-4277 to reclaim any of the vehicles. Must be registered owner with a title in your name. Towing and impound fees must be paid in full. Published in the Kanabec County Times March 28, April 4, 11, 2019
QUALITY MINI STORAGE Notice is hereby given that the following individuals are indebted to Quality Mini Storage, LLC for past due rent and other charges. Auctions will be conducted online at StorageTreasures.com, starting on Friday, April 19th and ending on Friday, April 26th. Sale of a unit is subject to cancellation in the event of a settlement between Landlord and obligated party. Property is located at 1072 MN-23, Ogilvie, MN 56358. Heidi Bratt - 7X10 - Unit #46 Misc items Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
ASSESSMENT NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Peace in Kanabec County will meet at the Knife Lake Sportsmen’s Club building, at 5:00 p.m., on Monday the 15 day of April, 2019. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor for assessment year 2019 taxes payable 2020. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local Board of Appeal and Equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. Given under my hand this 26th day of March, 2019. Betty Caza Clerk of the Township of Peace Published in the Kanabec County Times March 28, April 4, 2019
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Online Auction Only, Estate of Delbert C. Fuller. proxybid.com April 18, 8 a.m. to April 27, 2 p.m. Inspection dates: April 15, 17, 20, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Grand Central Building, 204 /suite 1, North Hill Ave., Ogilvie, MN 56358. 60 year collection of model trains: H0, 0, G scales plus many, many accessories. Other collections: Marbles, light houses, Dept. 56 buildings plus Tonka toys, Tootsie, Matchbox, Hot Wheels, model cars, large railroad tools, deer antlers and many other items. Terms on Proxybid.com. Robyn Auction Co., Byron Robyn, Auctioneer. Lic. # 33-21 320-291-9566 and Auctions By Norby, Col. Kevin Norby, Auctioneer. Lic. # 33-03 320-279-0712.
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NOTICES ASSESSMENT NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Comfort in Kanabec County, Minnesota will meet at 1948 Olympic Street, Mora, MN, Comfort Town Hall, at 5 o’clock p.m. on Tuesday the 16th day of April, 2019 for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment of said township for the year 2020. All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment, or who wish to complain that the property of another is assessed too low, are hereby notified to appear at said meeting, and show cause of having such assessment corrected. No complaint that another person is assessed too low will be acted upon until the person so assessed, or his agent, shall have been notified of such complaint. Given under my hand this 25th day of March, 2019. Patty Kruse Clerk of the Township of Comfort Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
ASSESSMENT NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Hillman in Kanabec County, Minnesota will meet at the Hillman Town Hall at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday April 16, 2019, for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment of said township for the year 2020. All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment, or who wish to complain that the property of another is assessed too low, are hereby notified to appear at said meeting, and show cause of having such assessment corrected. No complaint that another person is assessed too low will be acted upon until the person to be assessed, or his agent, have been notified of such complaint. Karen Felger Clerk of Hillman Township Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019 ASSESSMENT NOTICE KNIFE LAKE TOWNSHIP Notice is hereby given, that the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Knife Lake in Kanabec County, Minnesota will meet at the Town Hall, 2013, 260th Ave. in said Township, at 10 o’clock a.m. on Monday the 15th day of April, 2019, for the purpose of reviewing
and correcting the assessment of said Township for the year 2019. All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment, or who wish to complain that the property of another is assessed too low, are hereby notified to appear at said meeting, and show cause of having such assessment corrected. No complaint that another person is assessed too low will be acted upon until the person so assessed or his agent shall have been notified of such complaint. Given under my hand this 25th day of March 2019. John Paulson, Clerk Knife Lake Township Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE POMROY TOWNSHIP The Pomroy Township Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pomroy Town Hall, 3047 – 320th Avenue, Brook Park, MN. The purpose of the meeting is to review market valuations as of January 2, 2019, that will be used to compute the property taxes payable in 2020. This Board may correct any valuation errors and add any omitted properties. All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said valuation, or who wish to
complain that the property of another is assessed too low, are hereby notified to appear at said meeting and show cause of having such assessment corrected. No complaint that another person is assessed too low will be acted upon until the person so assessed, or his agent, shall have been notified of such complaint. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call Diana Rankin, Clerk, at 320-384-0474. Diana M. Rankin Clerk, Pomroy Township Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. Given under my hand this 22nd day of March, 2019. Jen Teigen Southfork Township Clerk Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
SOUTHFORK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION MEETING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Southfork in Kanabec County, Minnesota will meet on Wednesday, April 17th, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at the Southfork Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your
WHITED TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Important Information Regarding Property Assessments This may affect your 2018 property taxes. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Appeals and Equalization for the Township of Whited, in Kanabec County Minnesota will meet on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at 5:00 p.m., at the office of the Clerk of Whited Township at Whited Township Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor for assessment year 2019 taxes payable in 2020.
If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local Board of Appeal and Equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. Given under my hand this 25th day of March, 2019 Teresa Panka Clerk of the Township of Whited Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 2019
GRASS LAKE TOWNSHIP Grass Lake Township Board of Equalization is scheduled to meet at the Grass Lake Town Hall on Thursday April 18, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. Please contact Kellie Kelling 763-464-4674 with any questions, or if you’d like to be added to our agenda. Published in the Kanabec County Times April 4, 11, 2019
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East Central Solid Waste Commission JOB POSTING Equipment Operator/ Class A Driver/Maintenance ECSWC is a government entity that owns Hinckley Transfer Station, Cambridge Transfer Station, and Mora Landfill. Job tasks would be completed mainly in Mora. Full Benefit Package with a minimum pay rate of $20 per hour. Mon- Fri, 8 – 4:30 www.ecswc.cog.mn.us, apply to: janelletroupe@gmail.com or pick up application at our sites. Open until filled. EOE Progressive Living Solutions is a local North Branch residential adult foster care provider supporting high functioning adults with mental illness and other disabilities.
Looking for kind and caring staff to assist us in our fun and laid-back social environment. No physical cares or restraining actions required. Offering a competitive hourly wage, paid training, annual bonus, and a $500.00 new hire bonus. Now hiring for PM Shifts 3:00pm – 10:15pm and Awake Overnight Shifts 10:00pm – 7:30am with rotating weekends. Please call to discuss these opportunities! (651) 277 - 7777
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Now Hiring Direct Support Professionals Homes in Hugo, Dellwood, White Bear, Wyoming, North Branch, Harris, Stanchfield, Pine City, Brook Park $250 Sign on Bonus Starting wages range $12.00 to $17.00/hr. Weekend differentials, Overnight differentials Year-end bonus Paid training Medical, Dental, 401(k), Paid Personal Leave We have full-time, part-time, and relief positions available Community Living Options provides 24-hour residential care and supervision to adults and children with intellectual developmental disabilities, mental health and medical challenges. For interview call Polly @ 651-237-1087 or email: Trainer@clomail.com Apply online at CLO-MN.com
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Kanabec Publications, producers of the Kanabec County Times and Advertiser, is looking for a full-time News & Digital Copy Assistant that will work with the editor to produce and design a dynamic weekly newspaper, as well as assist in the digital copy center to produce printed materials like brochures, Ōiers, business cards, newsletters, etc. Must be detail oriented.
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First Citizens Bank is accepting resumes for the position of Vice President Lending Officer at their Mora, Minnesota office. Accountabilities of this position will include agriculture/ commercial loan portfolio administration, customer service, sales management, business development, and community involvement. The ideal candidate will have: • Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/ag business or related field and five to seven years of banking experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. • Management and leadership skills in the area of agricultural lending, commercial lending, sales, and business development. • Knowledge of financial lending & compliance requirements. • Knowledge of external factors, laws, economic climate, community development, banking industry trends, technology, etc. and other related business banking principles. • Customer service and interpersonal skills for working with the public. • Written and oral communication skills including the ability to make presentations. • Computer skills in use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel. Interested qualified candidates should send resume, cover letter and references to:
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FTE Early Childhood Special Education Teaching Position
Beginning in the 2019-2020 School Year
North Branch
NOW HIRING LPN, RN, CNA & RA
FT and PT positions available. FREE NAR CLASSES and a SIGN ON BONUS. Offering competitive wages and benefits. Please see website for more information and job descriptions www.ecumen.org/careers or call Amy @ 651-237-3055 AA/EOE/Vets/Disabled
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FTE Early Childhood Teaching Position Beginning in the 2019-2020 School Year
Highly motivated candidates sought to provide instruction to 3 and 4-year-old students. The Ogilvie School District strives to provide the best possible early educational experiences for each individual student and thrives on teamwork and collegial support within our school building. Minimum Degree/Classification/Requirements: Licensed Early Childhood Teacher -orBirth–Grade 3 License Essential Functions and Description of Position: Teacher of Pre-School 3-year-old Program Tuesdays through Fridays, morning sessions. Position Title: ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) and Preschool 3 Classroom Teacher Description: Ogilvie School District’s “4 Star Parent Aware Preschool Program” is looking to hire an ECFE/Preschool classroom teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. Responsibilities include developing, planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum/activities for 3 and 4-year-old children attending Ogilvie’s Preschool 3 and ECFE classes.* *Some evenings and an occasional Saturday required for ECFE classes and one-time events. Additional hours may be available in other areas of Ogilvie School depending on license(s) held. Afternoon substitute teaching is also available. Requirements: Minnesota Early Childhood Teaching License (Birth – Grade 3) or appropriate license. Preference will be given to applicants with additional licensure and/or coaching. Experience Required: School Readiness and/or ECFE classroom experience. Salary: Based on District Teachers’ Master Agreement (Q Comp pay is also available.) Duty Days: 147 student contact days; additional professional development days. (Ogilvie educates with a 4- Day School Week structure; Monday is the non-school day.) Deadline: Open Until Filled Application Procedure: If interested, please send your application (found on District website at www.ogilvie.k12.mn.us), resume, transcripts, letter of interest, 3 letters of reference and documentation of your MN teaching license to Alicia Nelson at anelson@ogilvie.k12.mn.us or 333 School Drive, Ogilvie, MN 56358. For further information, please call 320-272-5055 Alicia Nelson • anelson@ogilvie.k12.mn.us Elementary Principal, Ogilvie Public School Ogilvie Public Schools is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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Seeking highly motivated candidates to provide specialized instruction and services to students who have Individualized Education Plans under DD/ASD/EBD/or DCD criteria in a resource room within a specialized Level III classroom for students ages 5 or under. The Special Education teacher will provide case management, instruction, evaluation, and ongoing assessment and will work as a team member serving students with various disabilities. This particular position entails following a highly structured program to help students gain positive school experience, learn routines, and provide support for a successful transition between activities and classrooms. Under the direction of district administrators, the Special Education Teacher is responsible for assisting the District in assessing and identifying students with special needs such as emotional/ behavioral disorders, ASD, learning disabilities, or other similar needs according to State of MN eligibility criteria. The Special Education Teacher plans for, develops and implements individualized education programs and instruction in academic areas in collaboration with other educational professionals and administrators in designing, modifying and delivering specialized academic instruction and behavior management strategies for students. Qualifications: License area in Special Education. Early Childhood Special Education licensure preferred. Will consider ASD/DCD/EBD licensures. Multiple SPED licensure areas also preferred. Must have a valid teaching license from the State of MN. Salary: Based on District Teachers’ Master Agreement (Q Comp pay is also available.) Duty Days: 147 student contact days; additional professional development days. (Ogilvie educates with a 4- Day School Week structure; Monday is the non-school day.) Deadline: Open Until Filled Application Procedure: If interested, please send your application (found on District website at www.ogilvie.k12.mn.us), resume, transcripts, letter of interest, 3 letters of reference and documentation of your MN teaching license to Alicia Nelson at anelson@ogilvie.k12.mn.us or 333 School Drive, Ogilvie, MN 56358. For further information, please call 320-272-5055 Alicia Nelson • anelson@ogilvie.k12.mn.us Elementary Principal, Ogilvie Public School Ogilvie Public Schools is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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Tasty sandwiches perfect for special occasion brunches Spring is synonymous with special events worthy of celebration. From Mother’s Day to graduations to communions and confirmations, spring provides a host of opportunities for families and friends to come together and show their love for one another. The right food can make any party that much more spectacular. Lunch and brunch parties, whether they’re at home or in a restaurant, provide great opportunities to enjoy fun, budget-friendly food with loved ones. For those who will be celebrating at home or attending a potluck-style gathering, this “Brandied Baked Ham With Mustard Butter” courtesy of Denise Gee’s “Southern Appetizers” (Chronicle Books) can make for the perfect dish to serve or bring along. The decadent ham can be served as fashionable tea sandwiches, either in soft biscuits or rolls.
BRANDIED BAKED HAM WITH MUSTARD BUTTER from Denise Gee’s “Southern Appetizers” (Chronicle Books) Serves 16 to 20; makes about 2 cups mustard butter For the ham: 1 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup brandy 2 tablespoons grainy mustard 1 5-pound bone-in, half ham, fully cooked 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves In a small saucepan, stir to combine the brown sugar, brandy and mustard. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat and, stirring constantly, cook until the glaze is thick and syrupy, about 3 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or use immediately. Preheat the oven to 325 F. Line a shallow roasting pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Score the fat on top of the ham by making diagonal cuts in a diamond pattern. Insert the cloves into the intersections of each diamond. Place the ham on the rack. Insert a meat thermometer, making sure
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it doesn’t touch the bone. Bake the ham for about 1 hour, or until the thermometer registers 125 F. Remove the ham and brush on the brandy glaze. Return the ham to the oven and cook for 20 to 30 minutes more, or until the thermometer registers 135 F. Let it stand for 15 minutes. (The meat temperature will rise to 140 F). For the mustard butter: 2 cups butter, softened 1/4 cup grated sweet onion 1/4 cup Dijon or Creole mustard In a medium bowl, stir to combine the butter, sweet onion and mustard. Scrape it into a serving bowl. Cut the ham into thin slices and build your sandwiches (or serve slices on their own on a platter). Offer with accompanied bowl of mustard butter.
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Parade of Garage Sales HuDrLIrNyE IS! DEA NOON ON APRIL 19
Saturday, May 4
AT HOMES WITHIN MORA CITY LIMITS, RURAL RESIDENTS MAY USE THE LIONS’ PARK AT THE FAIRGROUNDS If you are planning a garage sale, join the Mora Lions Parade of Garage Sales and take advantage of the crowds who will attend town-wide garage sales all happening on the same day!
ONLY $13 PER LOCATION DEADLINE IS NOON ON APRIL 19
of your sale and your ✔ Advertising location on a town-wide map in the April 28 ADVERTISER.
✔ Maps and list will be posted online yard signs provided by the ✔ In-town Lions Club.
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An educational and support pport series presented by FirstLight Health alth System
Be Heart Smart: Knowledge is the Cure! Thursday, March 28, 2019 Noon – 1 p.m. FirstLight Mora Campus 301 Highway 65 South Mora, MN 55051 Don’t miss this important session presented by Dr. Michael Mooney, an Interventional Cardiologist with Minneapolis Heart Institute® at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. You’ll learn: • The scale of heart disease and its toll on society • The difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest • The signs and symptoms of a heart attack • What to do in the event of a heart attack • How to prevent heart disease and a heart attack Dr. Mooney is board-certified in cardiovascular disease. He received his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed his residency and fellowship at Dartmouth Medical Center, San Francisco Heart Institute and the University of Minnesota. His special interests include valvuloplasty, interventional cardiology and cardiac catheterization.
*PHONE NUMBER ______________________ Check here if you want it included in the listing *DATE & TIME IF OTHER THAN SUGGESTED ONES: _____________________ (Suggested hours 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 4) RETURN WITH $13 BY APRIL 19 TO KANABEC PUBLICATIONS, 107 Park St. S., Mora, MN 55051
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For more information, or to register, call 320-225-3364 or email info@fl-hs.org. Advance registration is appreciated, but not required. To learn more about FirstLight’s other classes, support groups and events, please visit www.FirstLightHealthSystem.org.
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