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Studying culture,

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Filing period Bemboom recounts four open through months in Greece, Italy Jan. 14

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER States Dec. 22, 2019.

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

RICE – 2020 will be a year of campaigns. From the presidential office to elected seats at the township and city levels, constituents will choose representatives in varying governing bodies. Following the presidential nomination primary that takes place March 3, townships will be the first to welcome incumbent or new faces into office.

Township Day – when Minnesota townships host elections and annual meetings – will take place March 10. In preparation for this day, the filing period for township offices opened Dec. 31. Those township residents interested in serving their neighbors and community members as an elected official

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SAUK RAPIDS – When Megan Bemboom was a young girl, she began a bucket list of places she would like to travel to. Atop her list: the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Bemboom, a 2017 graduate of Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, checked the historic site off her list this fall. As a psychology major at the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, Bemboom spent the fall semester studying abroad in the college’s Greco-Roman program. Bemboom left for Europe Aug. 21, 2019, touring for 10 days with friends before she was required to attend class.

She returned to the United

“I have always wanted to go to Greece and Italy because of the history and the culture,” Bemboom said. “Of course, the food in Italy too.”

Bemboom started her 18-credit semester with 27 classmates in Athens, Greece.

Atypical from the traditional college setting, classes took Bemboom to new sites. Theology classes took place in churches and monasteries, and art history in museums. Walking tours were common for history and language. The only course that took place in the classroom was literature.

Bemboom attended class for about four hours Monday through Thursday during her stay.

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Megan Bemboom pretends to hold up the Leaning Tower of Pisa Nov. 16, 2019, in Pisa, Italy. While studying abroad, Bemboom and her classmates made a goal of seeing something new each day.

“I have never been so inter- a textbook makes it more real. ested in these types of classes,” You can understand it more, Bemboom said. “Actually seeBemboom page 3 ing the things you read about in

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ST. CLOUD – For over 35 years, the Thelen Advertising building stood as a creative hub in downtown St. Cloud; its inhabitants creating advertising for and marking area businesses.

Now, imagination has sparked change for the building which was built in 1900.

Apiary Coworking is about to embark on the adventure of coworking space – a working environment where people do not necessarily work for the same employer but utilize shared equipment and common

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Jon Hicks, owner, stands on the second floor of Apiary Coworking Dec. 31 in St. Cloud. The coworking space will provide a shared working environment for employees who do not necessarily work for the same company.

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space. The business, owned by Jon Hicks and his wife Jocelyn Schlichting-Hicks, of Rice, will host its grand opening celebration from 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, at 703 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Coworking spaces are trending as more employers become flexible with their needs.

“Businesses are shrinking their needs for space because people aren’t in every single day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,” Hicks said. “They employ the same number of people, but now they need less space.”

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The couple’s endeavor of renovating the Thelen building and creating their new business derived from need.

For over three years, the couple lived and worked apart for four days each week – SchlichtingHicks in Rice and Hicks in Minneapolis. When Hicks transitioned to an employer which would allow him to move to Rice and require him to work remotely, he began looking for office space in a coworking environment in order to be in a social atmosphere. He quickly learned options were limited.

“I toured two of the

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Elevator equipment, built in the 1890s, will become a focal point of a coffee nook at Apiary Coworking in St. Cloud. The coworking space will host a grand opening celebration Jan. 9, 2020.

three (coworking spaces in St. Cloud) and looked at the other one online, and they were full,” Hicks said.

Hicks then turned to a real estate broker.

But, when he learned most marketed suites were 2,000 square feet or more, the couple began toying with the idea of what they deem as a collection of working beehives.

“The space need idea came from not being able to get the space,

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from his experience in Minneapolis working around coworking spaces and seeing how functional they are when people get used to the new idea, and the broker validating that there just isn’t space this size very available,” Schlichting Hicks said. “This fills that small space need.”

The couple purchased the building in May 2019 and have been renovating the interior to reflect a modern yet historical aesthetic.

“All the furniture will be brightly colored, modern, a lot of glass, but not over the top that we can’t work in the original brick and the floor upstairs,” Hicks said.

The suspended ceilings were removed, allowing the light from the entrance to carry throughout the main floor. On the second floor, the building’s original skylights were exposed and retrofitted to create a natural light ambiance, the hardwood floor was refinished and an 1890s elevator, uncovered during the renovations, will become a focal point of a coffee nook.

There will be three membership options for Apiary Coworking.

Fourteen 100-squarefoot private offices will be available for lease as well as one four-person office which overlooks West St. Germain Street and that opens to a common space on the second floor. The offices are furnished with a sit-to-stand smart-desk, office chair and file cabinet. The offices are exclusive to the lessee and

able to be locked with key access.

The space will also include up to 10 dedicated desk memberships – a fully-furnished private desk space without the surrounding four walls of a private office.

A flexible space membership allows a person month-to-month access to the common spaces of the building; a person could simply walk in and find a spot to work in the multiple living room, bistro or booth spaces or utilize a conference room or kitchen.

No matter the membership, all coworkers have access to private spaces for phone calls, conference rooms, the full kitchen, bathrooms and lockers, and the utilities, internet, commercial printing and maintenance are included in the flat-fee rent. Tenants will have after-hours access for unconventional working hours or for the opportunity to host larger meetings or gatherings.

“Bring you laptop, plug it in and you’re good to go,” said Hicks who will double in his roles of coworking inhabitant and office manager.

The couple expects the idea of coworking to appeal to a variety of industries. They envision the space working for anyone but named attorneys, photographers, insurance agents, real estate brokers and sales representatives whose territories are the St. Cloud area.

“It has to be a mixture of different tenant types or else it won’t work,” Hicks said.

Schlichting-Hicks agreed.

“It’s more vibrant, more collaborative, interesting and fun to go to work every day if it’s a mix of industries,” she said.

And, as the two open their building, they are excited to bring the opportunity of working independently but not alone.

“You still have that social interaction,” Hicks said. “I can be in (my office) and shut the door and make a phone call, but I can also leave the door open and talk with my office neighbor about work or about anything else. That’s the big draw to coworking.

That, I knew, was going to be a big thing for me.

That is what I was looking for as a user.”

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Some weekends included excursions for school, but those that did not were filled with trips to Greece’s islands. Trav-

eling to islands could be done for a small ferry fare in the morning and evening. Exploring the island was done by walking or biking most often.

While abroad, Bemboom not only spent time in Greece and Italy. She toured London, Paris, Spain and Nice, France

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Megan (from left), Trisha and Addison Bemboom spend time together Oct. 28, 2019, on Santorini island off the coast of Greece. Megan studied in Greece for the first half of fall semester, and her family came to visit and explore while she was on a 10-day transition break to Rome.

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Herbst and clerk Christine Scherbing, of St. George Township. A supervisor seat, currently fulfilled by appointee Brad Chmielewski, will be on the ballot for a oneyear team.

- Supervisor Dan Zwick, Supervisor Al Montag and clerk Daryl Sheetz, of Sauk Rapids Township.

- Supervisor Todd Waytashek, of Watab Township. The two year term of clerk, currently fulfilled by appointee Chris Davis, will also be on the ballot as well a question as to whether residents would like the clerk’s position to transition from an elected position to an appointed position permanently.

fee thicker, leaving the grounds at the bottom of the cup, while Italian coffee consists of mainly a small shot of espresso.

Transitioning from Greek to Italian cuisine halfway through the trip was welcomed for Bemboom because she has always enjoyed pizza and pasta. Pasta in Italy is cooked al dente, which Bemboom said gave a different taste than the way pasta is cooked here. She partook in a pasta-making class while in Rome.

Bemboom said pizza was a common meal for her in Italy and that most evenings included indulging in gelato with friends.

“I don’t think I will ever eat pizza the same way,” Bemboom said. “It will never taste the same here. Just how they make it and the way it tastes is amazing.”

Halfway through the program, Bemboom and her classmates received a 10-day break from school.

During that time, Bemboom’s mom, sister and two aunts came to visit.

Having the knowledge and experiences of Athens allowed Bemboom to show her family the many places she had discovered, like the Parthenon and the islands of Rhodes and Santorini off the coast of Greece. Bemboom said she felt like a local as she showed them around.

“It was fun being their tour guide, but I struggled to get them to all the places I wanted to show them,” Bemboom said. “I had never been to Rome before, which was where my family left from. After I had my experience there, I was sad I couldn’t show them some of the things I had found.”

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“This trip by far surpassed my expectations, and I would definitely recommend everyone studies abroad,” Bemboom said. “I learned a lot about myself and these other cultures. It was an amazing experience.”

Megan Bemboom (left) and Haley Dietz stand in front of the Parthenon Oct. 13, 2019, in Greece. Bemboom studied in the College of St. Benedict’s Greco-Roman semester abroad program, taking art history, theology, language and culture, ancient literature and seminar classes.

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Bemboom has a heightened appreciation for history classes, and said the semester gave her an increased sense of independence. Going anywhere and doing anything seems possible now that she has lived in Europe, she said.

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will need to submit a $2 filing fee and affidavit of candidacy to their township clerk by 5 p.m. Jan. 14 to appear on the March 10 ballot.

To be eligible to run for town office you must be an eligible voter, have filed as a candidate for only one position in the same election, be at least 21 years of age at the time of assuming office and be a resident of the township for at least 30 days prior to the election.

Should no one run for office, constituents can choose an elected official by write-in votes. If the person winning the writein tallies declines the oath of office, the seat is considered vacant and a person is appointed to fill the position by the township board.

The positions that make up township boards have varying duties. Supervisors are responsible to make decisions on behalf of the township constituents and ensure the township meets state requirements. Supervisors, who have voting power, commonly award contracts, authorize expenditures, and adopt resolutions and ordinances.

They also take on tasks as decided upon by the board as a whole.

The role of the clerk is to take meeting minutes

and record and maintain township documents, among other duties. It is one that lacks voting power except in special circumstances.

Benton County has 12 townships. Elected officials whose terms are expiring are included below. Unless otherwise stated, supervisors will be elected to three-year terms and clerks to twoyear terms.

- Supervisor Mike Walcheski and clerk Robert Thaler, of Alberta Township.

- Supervisor Joe Ratka and clerk Patricia Lezer, of Gilmanton Township.

- Supervisor David Horvath and clerk Jodee Kampa, of Glendorado Township.

- Supervisor Charles Popp and clerk Deb Scott, of Graham Township.

- Supervisor Mary Jo Holewa and clerk Dorothy Gruba, of Granite Ledge Township.

- Supervisor Mark Petron and clerk Anita Seviola, of Langola Township.

- Supervisor John Bemboom and clerk Lawrence Thell, of Mayhew Lake Township. The treasurer position, currently fulfilled by appointee Renee Thell, will be on the ballot for a one-year term.

- Supervisor Gary Grundahl and clerk Richard Murray, of Maywood Township.

- Supervisor Pat Benoit and clerk Cynthia Abraham, of Minden Township.

- Supervisor Patrick

and Ireland.

“Studying abroad in Europe was great because I got to see so much,” Bemboom said. “You can go anywhere in Europe for extremely cheap, so I knew I would be able to go to a lot of places in my four-month trip.”

Another aspect to Bemboom’s experience was the cuisine. She acquired a love for gyros and baklava in Greece, even participating in a free baklava-making class at Kekko’s Café and Pastry, located underneath the apartment where she boarded. Bemboom said Kekko’s is a place most of the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University students go while in Athens because of the longtime affiliation. A banner with the school’s names hangs on the wall and the owner often dresses in school apparel.

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Together for an impact Pflipsen, Cross, Nohner talk about Harvard program involvement

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Minnesota’s economic development, disparity gap and underemployment are three focus points among many addressed at the Harvardbased Young American Leaders Program. The program came to Minnesota for the first time Nov. 20-22, 2019, and took place at the McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis.

The Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation selected 10 individuals from the greater St. Cloud area in early October to participate in the two-and-a-half-day conference. Among them were three with ties to Sauk Rapids: Ryan Cross, president of BCI Construction in Sauk Rapids; Karl Nohner, principal of Sauk Rapids-Rice High School; and Marie Pflipsen, Sauk Rapids resident and community development director for the city of Becker.

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the country. This year was the first time the program was hosted off-site. In addition to the St. Cloud group, individuals from three other regions were selected to participate.

“It was cool to meet with people from the Fargo-Moorhead, the Twin Cities and Rochester areas to make those connections across the state,” Pflipsen said. “It was cool to see they are talking about some of the same things in their areas as we are here in central Minnesota.”

Throughout the conference, participants spent time discussing a variety of case studies.

One in particular focused on economic prosperity in Columbus, Ohio. The city’s shift to K-12 public education from private education or public education in neighboring cities impacted the city’s potential growth. Each person examining the case study had a perception as to why the city succeeded or failed in its shift to public education, Pflipsen said.

During the course of case study examination and listening to speakers at the conference, participants were broken into smaller groups and asked to identify a problem in their region or statewide.

Then, they began developing a plan. In March, the groups will gather at the University of Minnesota to present their finished plans.

Until then, cohorts are looking for ways to address the problems such as searching for available funds, connecting with liaisons and finding necessary resources.

Pflipsen and Cross are assigned to a group

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Marie Pflipsen (from left), Karl Nohner and Ryan Cross stand together Dec. 19, 2019, at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in Sauk Rapids. The three participated in the Harvard Young American Leaders Program Nov. 20-22, 2019, in Minneapolis and will continue working within the program.

focusing on diversity and inclusion in St. Cloud.

The group chose that topic because of the lack of diversity within organizations in the region.

“It is pretty loud and clear St. Cloud is behind,” Cross said. “It is one thing to have diversity but another to have a plan to make your organization more diverse.

Our goal is not tolerance, which we see a lot of in the region, but rather to acclimate organizations and build something into the system of an organization.”

As the St. Cloud cohort works through developing its plan, they have a goal of connecting with organizations to learn what plans they have in place and making sure the plan they are developing can adapt to all industries in the area, including clerical, construction, manufacturing

“We are looking into what research shows us about aid groups and tactics to support mental health and where the most impact is positively done.”

- Karl Nohner and more.

Nohner was assigned to a group focusing on statewide problems surrounding the future work force and mental health.

“We are really looking at some of the challenge factors that inhibit the next generation of workers and one of the biggest is mental health,” Nohner said. “We are looking into what research shows us about aid groups and tactics to support mental health and where the most impact is

positively done.”

With mental health being one of the biggest challenges of future employment, the group is focusing on what can be done now and how to replicate a model they design through different modalities.

On top of the program commitments and work within each cohort, there will be some things the St. Cloud area participants will do through GSDC, but those specifics have not yet been ar-

ranged.

Long-term, the cohorts within the Young American Leaders Program are expected to come back and be able to continue talking about action plans and the issues within the state of Minnesota.

“This program gave us a reason to connect for something mutually beneficial,” Nohner said.

“Talking about things like employment and economic development and how you grow talents, those are things impactfulT for anybody and everybody in the community.

This conference was not a one-and-done experience, and we have these long-term expectations of coming back and helping grow young leaders in the region. Hopefully we are the first of a group that can experience this program being hosted within our home state.”

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Volunteering for a difference Youth hockey association holds month of caring

DNR simplifies spring turkey hunting licenses Lottery application only required for three large wildlife management areas

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Volunteer work is an important aspect to a community regardless of where the work is done.

One Sauk Rapids organization stepped up its volunteerism throughout the month of December, and it all started with Lori Eich and her son Coltin’s youth hockey team.

“My son’s team has been volunteering for the last five years,” Eich said. “I decided to suggest the rest of the association does it too.”

The Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association coordinated volunteer projects for all its teams this past holiday season. In the past, volunteering was left up to each coach or parent group of each team.

The SRYHA month of caring looked differently for each of the 19

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The Mini Mites and Storm boys varsity hockey players – Loralei Otremba (front, from left), Stella Kadlec, Landon Studanski, Griffin Akers, Greyson Rowe, Cayson Drinnin and Luca Ksiazek; (back, from left) Brady Pesta, Carter Kayser, Owen Arndt and Shjon Sertich – ring bells for the Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign at the Coborn’s in Sauk Rapids in December 2019. The Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association held its first-ever association-wide volunteer campaign and each team could choose how they wanted to volunteer.

teams in the association.

Some rang bells for the Salvation Army outside the Coborn’s in Sauk Rapids, some cleaned Boys and Girls Club buildings and others played games with residents of area nursing homes such as Country Manor in Sartell.

Eich said the idea sparked from the daily grind of a hockey sched-

ule. The teams spend so much time on the ice and traveling for games that she wanted the teams to try something different.

“It is important for

kids to volunteer,” Eich said. “This was the first time we had anything associationwide, and it was great to see.”

Coltin Eich plays checkers with a resident at Country Manor in Sartell. Eich is a member of the Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association Bantam B team, and his teammates and he spent time volunteering in the community for the association’s month of caring project.

The Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association Squirt B1 team includes Cullen Rock (front, from left), Mason Ascher, Marcus Mrozek, Reed Krogstad and Noah Solinger; (back, from left) Mitchell Carlson, Abby Massman, Payton Remer, Jaiden Bambenek and Luke Swanson. The team volunteered by playing bingo with veterans in December.

Jett Wheeler holds Nicolas Anderson on his shoulders in December 2019 as the two cleaned one of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota buildings in St. Cloud. The two spent a couple hours cleaning the building with their Bantam A teammates.

Elijah Fitch (left) and Carter Baklund play card games with the residents at an assisted living facility in December 2019. Teams within the Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association were encouraged to take the players out for volunteer work within the community as a part of the month of caring.

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ST. PAUL – Hunters hoping to bag a tom turkey with a firearm this spring will no longer be restricted to a single permit area. With the exception of three major wildlife management areas, a spring turkey license will provide the opportunity to hunt all permit areas in the state.

Beginning March 1, all spring turkey hunters can purchase a license over-the-counter.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources announced the season details Dec. 30, 2019, so hunters can apply for permits drawn in a lottery for the three wildlife management areas.

“We’re making it easier to hunt wild turkeys in Minnesota,” said Leslie McInenly, wildlife populations program manager with the DNR. “Turkey restoration has been a great success for the state and, over time, we’ve been able to relax and simplify hunting regulations.”

The DNR annually monitors hunter participation and turkey harvest. In 2019, the agency considered recent season participation, hunter interest in lotteries, harvest levels and public comment on potential season changes. Public input indicated high levels of hunter support for greater flexibility in hunting location as well as increased opportunities to purchase licenses over-the-counter rather than through the lottery.

Turkey season runs from April 15 to May 31 and is divided into six hunt periods, A through F. Firearms hunters 18 and older must choose their hunt period when

they purchase a license.

Firearms turkey hunters can participate in Hunt F if they have an unused tag from one of the earlier hunt periods.

Firearms turkey hunters ages 18 and older who are interested in a permit to hunt in Mille Lacs, Carlos Avery or Whitewater wildlife management areas during A through C seasons will be required to apply for a lottery. The deadline to apply for those high-demand areas is Jan. 24. Successful applicants may hunt statewide in addition to their selected wildlife management area.

Archery-only license holders may still hunt statewide for the entire April 15-May 31 season.

Hunters cannot purchase both a firearms and archery-only license.

Licensed hunters ages 17 and younger may hunt statewide for the entire April 15-May 31 season with firearms or archery equipment.

Because there is no lottery for spring wild turkey licenses, the landowner and tenant drawing, which set aside a percentage of lottery licenses for landowners with qualifying land, has been discontinued, and landowners and tenants can purchase licenses like other turkey hunters.

Turkey lottery applications for the Mille Lacs, Carlos Avery or Whitewater wildlife management areas can be purchased online at http://www.mndnr.gov/ buyalicense, by phone at 888-665-4236 or in person from a license agent.

Successful applicants will receive a notice in the mail by mid-February and can purchase their hunting license starting March 1.

Spring turkey hunt periods Hunt A .................................. April 15-21 Hunt B ................................... April 22-28 Hunt C............................ April 29-May 5 Hunt D ......................................May 6-12 Hunt E .................................... May 13-19 Hunt F .................................... May 20-31

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Accountability One of the noblest things a man can do for another man who is slipping onto a path leading to pain is to say, “Hey, your slipping into a path leading to pain.”

Too many men tip toe around each other, wanting to mind their own business, and will not press because BY MERCY NYGAARD they are afraid they will Life by Faith hinder the simple friendship they have always had.

Only desiring a simple friendship is a cowardly way of not letting one too close to see a glimpse of your sin, the stenchy sin that those you are nearest with suffer from behind closed doors. It is much braver to point it out, highlight it, put it on a platter, shine the light on it and by addressing it, there is accountability. Maybe being uncomfortable will follow. Maybe you will get a glare, a cold shoulder or the boot. Or, maybe, your friend will look at his or her problem head on and move toward correction, repentance and love. Those they are nearest with, who were affected and suffered from their sin, will rejoice and lift their hands toward heaven.

Why men? Obviously, women struggle with sin and need accountability, too. Both men and women need gender specific discipleship. It is the husband, the dad, the head of the house that Satan wants to twist and distract the most. If the head is unaware of the harm around it, the rest of the body suffers. If the head is feeding off of empty calories and sugars only, the rest of the body suffers. If the head is good, focused and healthy, it notices when the body is aching. It notices the wondering parts. It leads them to the truth and the remedy. The remedy is the truth.

If the husband is distracted, he will not see harm approaching the family. If the husband is spending no time in God’s word, how can he lead his wife in love, respect, with discernment and Godly wisdom?

Ought not a praying wife be the most powerful source of spiritual power for her husband? Yes, it is the simple fact we believe in God that our hearts should not to be troubled. The spouse who is anguished over the weight bearing load of disrespect, blame and failure must still pray and hand over the troubled heart to God in whom they believe in. The responsibility, therefore, is not solely the friends’, those of whom are not pressing in. But it is ours as a family, to seek the Lord in prayer and lift each other up as necessary for edification. Though discouragement and heaviness is felt upon such dastardly schemes of the devil, and waiting for our spouse to look up for correction can be painstaking, sometimes only the span of time it takes to have a shower alone with your thoughts and pleas for help, can nourishment for a week soul and refreshment for a thirsty heart be obtained.

Persevere in prayer.

EDITORIAL

Little bulbs for spring

Tulips and daffodils are well known other bulbs prefer some shade, grape hyasigns of spring, but there are other bulbs cinth likes full sun. These purple flowers that also bloom, many of them showing spread the easiest of all these bulbs. up before the snow is totally gone. SnowAll these bulbs are planted in the drops (Galanthus) are small white flowfall about 3 inches deep. Some are poiers that grow 4-6 inches in height. Crosonous to animals while others are edible. cus come in several colors – purple, blue, Deer, squirrels and rabbits instinctively pink, orange, yellow or white that appear leave poisonous plants alone, such as the

BY LINDA G. in early spring. They will naturalize and spring snowflake, but may dig them up beTENNESON spread slowly. Glory of the snow or snow fore discovering that. Planting these bulbs Green and glories (Chionodoxa luciliae) are slightly in wire cages or by laying and fastening Growing in taller at 6 inches. Each stem produces sev- Benton County hardware cloth flat on top of the ground eral blooms. They are blue or purple in will keep them safe. After the blooming color and will also spread if left undisturbed. Spring period, the leaves die and are not seen again until the snowflake (Leucojum vernum) are taller and range following spring. Most of them do not tolerate overfrom 6-12 inches. Its bell-shaped blooms are white ly wet soil during their summer dormancy. They will with little green spots on the ends of each petal. also multiply and spread slowly if left undisturbed.

They look a little like the lily of the valley. Winter Because these bulbs are generally planted at a shalaconite (Eranthus hyemalis) has bright yellow, cup low depth, they may be interplanted with tulips or shaped blooms. daffodils which are usually planted 6-8 inches deep Siberian squills (Scilla) are fragrant. Most are or more. blue, but there is a white variety. This plant someThe botanical or Latin names are included here times called a wildflower was brought here from Eu- because many plants have more than one common rope and has escaped into the wild. Because it can name. They are often called by one name in one part crowd out Minnesota native wildflowers, gardeners of the country but by another name in a different are encouraged not to plant it. area. Botanical names avoid this confusion. If you More common and well-known are hyacinths see any of these bulbs in a garden this spring, pur(Hyacinthus) with their wonderful fragrance and chasing them next fall by their botanical name will blue, purple, pink or white blooms. They are planted ensure you receive the plant you are expecting. slightly deeper than the smaller bulbs, but the same The Wisconsin Extension Master Gardener webdepth as tulips and daffodils at 6-8 inches deep. site has an excellent article explaining the botanical They do not multiply or spread like the other bulbs, or Latin naming system in detail. Go to https://www. so planting new ones every few years is a good idea. wimastergardener.org/article/whats-in-a-name-unSharing a name but not related botanically are grape derstanding-botanical-or-latin names. hyacinths. Muscari armeniacum grow 6-8 inches tall Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minnesota and spread the easiest of all these bulbs. While the Extension Master Gardener and Tree Care Advisor.

December 2019 weather, phenology in review

Weather: December was quite a ride.

Slush was everywhere. Removing the snow The month started wet with heavy snow then was a headache. We ended the month with below zero temperatures and 11 days with no 3.02 inches of precipitation and 14.3 inchprecipitation. A lot of rain and some snow es of snow. Precipitation for the year was followed at the end.

40.46 inches, just under the record of 41.01 The warmest day was a 44 degree day inches set in 1897. Precipitation totals are Dec. 4, and the coldest was a 22 degree berecorded on the calendar year. I record low zero day Dec. 11. The average high and snow by the current snow season which is low temperatures were 28.9 and 11.6 degrees now 21.5 inches, the high end so far.

Rain and snow issues? Lots. The storm BY JIM HOVDA Local weather records: Our coldest Rice at the beginning of the month started Nov. 30 and warmest December days were 42 dewhen I recorded .21 inches of precipitation. grees below zero in 1854 and a shirt-sleeve December started with .62 inch of precipitation that day of 63 degrees in 1939. The most precipitation of only produced 2.9 inches of snow. It was a mess, and 2.55 inches in 2010 and 29.1 inches of snow in 2008 it is only the start of winter. It was tough going for the was recorded. snow blower. On Dec. 2, the temperature dipped to Phenology: No unusual bird sightings. The suet minus 1 degree. Dec. 9-14 produced another .62 inch makes the biggest hit, several species attacking it of rain producing more than 6 inches of snow that was with vigor. With open water in several locations on easy to blow out. Then, 11 days with no precipitation. Little Rock Lake, swans have been sighted on several I thought our three-day mega storm that started early occasions. And, speaking of open water, both Zuleger morning Dec. 28 would never end. We received 1.64 and Little Rock Creek are still open Dec. 31. The inches of rain that only produced 4.6 inches of snow. odor of a skunk Dec. 31 was unusual. Days are start-

ing to get longer.

Little Rock Lake: With all the rain, slush on the ice is a major issue and will make travel by fourwheeler difficult. Only nine groups of anglers with a few portable fish houses were visible Jan. 1. This could be a difficult fishing year. Mark Soderholm reports ice thickness varies between 7-9 inches and there could be areas with less ice. Caution should be employed when venturing on the lake. So far, no cars on the lake.

A side note: Lake residents on the west and north end have the added safety feature of a weather warning siren that will be placed in Benton Beach Park.

The Langola Township Board gave a strong endorsement and supervisor Greg Bruestle facilitated help from Benton Communications with a grant to make it happen. Greg also sits on the Benton County Park Board. This was important as these residents, not to mention those camping in the park, were not able to hear the weather warning sirens. It is hoped the sirens could be installed in January 2020.

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EDITORIAL

The reality of sex trafficking Human trafficking, and specifically sex trafficking, has received increased attention in our society. Shining a light on this troubling issue is a good thing, and focused efforts have brought services to victims throughout the state that help victims move on to a life free of trafficking. One of the unfortunate side effects of this increased attention has been the misguided notion of how victims end up in sex trafficking.

It is difficult to spend more than a day or two on social media without running across a post someone has shared warning of the latest method sex traffickers are using to abduct their victims. Almost without fail, these warnings give the impression that sex traffickers are lying in wait, watching unsuspecting people filter by as they devise the next trick that will leave their random victim vulnerable to kidnapping. I am not saying this has never happened; however, this is probably the least likely way any sex trafficking victim has ever been ensnared in this life. All of us should maintain our situational awareness. If you see something suspicious or find some kind of unusual circumstance happening around you, you should evaluate the situation with an eye toward what kind of vulnerability the situation has created for you and act to remove that vulnerability.

The danger in focusing on the admittedly horrifying but virtually non-existent circumstance of a stranger abduction is that we miss out on the actual indicators of a person caught in the world of sex trafficking, because what we see in reality does not match our social mediabased fears. In the real world of sex trafficking, we see the chronic runaway being exploited for a safe couch to sleep on.

The young boy looking for affection after being cast aside once he came out to his friends and family. We see a mother trying to afford rent and being taken advantage of by her landlord. Youth who are coping with divorce, family incarceration or abuse who turn to substances provided to them by someone willing to exploit that child.

What we see are rela-

tionships that through some consist of one form of relaperson feeding tionship. This off of another’s could be rovulnerabilities mantic, peer, in order for familial, emthem to make a ployer, landprofit. Visitors lord and other to https://www. things of that thelifestory.org nature.

The

BY TROY HECK can listen to Benton County Sheriff best way for victims tell of (the) commuthe compelling nity to keep real-world circumstanc- themselves safe is to be es that brought them into aware of unhealthy relathe sex trafficking world. tionships in person but The goal of the mod- also online, know what ern sex trafficker is to trafficking and commerfind desperate and vul- cial exploitation mean nerable men, women, and look like, and to boys and girls, break know of local resources them down using those to help combat vulnervulnerabilities, and re- abilities.” program them into beLePage suggested lieving they are nothing people be watchful for more than the property victim grooming behavof their trafficker. Sex iors such as, “(Things) traffickers groom vic- like gifts, anxious or tims over time to remove abnormal behavior to their resistance and con- include online activity, vince the victim he or isolation from a normal she is entirely dependent peer group, changes in upon the trafficker. To mood or sleep patterns, combat sex trafficking, and so forth.” we need to be watchful According to Safe for these traffickers in Harbor, the following action and for victims can also be signs of exdisplaying symptoms of ploitation: this dependence. Kate - Lack of eye conLePage works for Lu- tact. theran Social Services - Clothing is new or as the Central Minne- not appropriate. sota Regional Navigator - Anxious, hostile, in the Safe Harbor pro- withdrawn, submissive, gram. In that capacity, sleep deprived behavior.

LePage is responsible for - Unexplained bruisconnecting sex traffick- es, scars, burn marks or ing victims with the help homemade tattoos. and services they need to - A significantly oldbreak free from traffick- er “boyfriend” or “dading. LePage, when asked dy.” about how victims enter - A “sister” or “coussex trafficking, said, “I in” who seems controlcan say that in over two ling. years of working specifi- Unclear or coached cally with Safe Harbor, I responses to basic queshave never encountered tions (age, where they a victim that was kid- live, school, travel). napped. It does happen, - Uncertainty of lojust as we periodically cation. see sexual assault taking - Loss of sense of place between strangers; time. however, the majority of - Inconsistent stories commercial sexual ex- and explanation of relaploitation is conducted tionships.

Position available:

Unexplained amounts of cash.

- Prepaid credit or debit cards.

- Motel or hotel keys or living in a hotel.

- Sex paraphernalia (condoms, lingerie).

- Multiple electronic devices.

- Significant changes in behavior, mood, friends or sleep patterns.

Be alert for people who are in vulnerable situations and point them to resources that will make them less vulnerable. If you see grooming behavior or something that causes you to suspect a person may be a victim of trafficking, take note of identifying characteristics of the people or vehicles involved.

Provide as much information as possible about the people or circumstances to law enforcement immediately. You could be the person who helps put a sex trafficker in jail or helps a victim connect to the services and support they need to leave a trafficker.

If you would like to learn more about sex trafficking in Minnesota and how you can help victims, contact Kate LePage at kate. lepage@lssmn.org or 218-824-3770.

For more crime prevention information and safety information visit the Benton County Sheriff’s Office website at https://www. co.benton.mn.us/211/ Crime-Prevention. You can also like and follow us on Facebook and Twitter at @BentonMNSheriff for regular updates and crime prevention messages.

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HONOR ROLL

To qualify for the A honor roll, students must achieve a grade point average of 3.667 or above. To qualify for the B honor roll, students must achieve a grade point average between 3.0 and 3.666. The following students have achieved their respective distinctions:

A Honor Roll Grade 6: Sarah R. Amberson, Andrew D. Arseneau, Aiden J. Bellefeuille, Hailey M. Bischoff, Ethan P. Boettcher, Levi M. Brenny, Madison A. Bruzek, Abigail K. Burke, Drew D. Burrows, Kailee C. Cahill, Cecelia K. Christopher, Megan M. Christopherson, Brianna E. Clark, Evan D. Claude, Carleigh M. Eich, Patrick I. Eichers, Zachary T. Euteneuer, Hunter Feia, Ellie A. Fiereck, Charles M. Forsberg, Kylie N. Freitag, Oliver T. Froelich, Kailey M. Gazett, Trystan J. Getlinger, Brandon J. Goebel, Kylee R. Greener, Konnor M. Gullette, Ruby A. Gustofson, Caleb B. Guzek, Ethan J. Haddy, Grace A. Halter, Clayton R. Handeland, Mitchell J. Hanson, Cecelia D. Heneke, Alicia A. Hovanes, Torin P. Huff, Sumalee C. Jacobson, Taylor G. Janorschke, Aleigha T. Jensen, Grayson B. Johns, Stella G. Johnson, Hailey M. Kalusche, Abigail R. Kapsner, Brielle N. Karasch, Zachary A. Kardell, Kristen L. Kimman, Austin M. Kubasek, Samuel S. Kulus, Stella M. Lambaere, Ally L. Lucas, Ava Grace M. Mader, Fatimah Z. Mallick, Aubrey R. Marketon, Austin J. Markfelder, Owen J. Massmann, Avayah R. Mcmillen, Cole M. Messerich, Mason O. Meyer-Thovson, Amelia K. Michael, Madison R. Miller, Carter M. Molitor, Laura V. Moran, Aaron J. Mueller, Avery J. Nathe, Addison R. Nellis, Jack J. Nelson, Kennadee M. Otteson, Kyle J. Paulson, Ava T. Peterson, My Kha Phan, Lillian G. Philippi, Lane D. Piotrowski, Elsie S. Redman, Hayden E. Reinert, Evan G. Reiter, Tayler M. Retzack, Carter J. Riedeman, Emma M. Rockenbach, Alexander M. Roering, Leah A. Roesch, Claire O. Rogholt, Jacob D. Rudolph, Brody D. Sabin, Malia J. Scheeler, Ellie G. Scherping, Zachery J. Schraut, Alison M. Schreifels, Lily A. Shughart, Sophia L. Sinclair, Grace A. Smith, Hannah L. Solorz, Elka K. Sowada, Kylie M. Spohn, Sophia M. Stier, Alexis G. Swanson, Sean M. Swanson, Dominic A. Thompson, Grace E. Thompson, Mikayla Thull, Yissel N. Vasquez, Lucas C. Weber, Breckin C. Wenger, Brayden M. Westby, Myles J. Winkler, Audrey A. Youngdahl and Caden M. Zuhlsdorf.

Grade 7: Mason D. Anderson, Quinn P. Arndt, Dakota J. Banks, Emily R. Berg, Aric T. Bittman, Gabriella M. Blissenbach, Trinity H. Blommer, Madelyn E. Boedigheimer, Marissa A. Bomstad, Miah L. Boos, James G. Brennhofer, Halle R. Buchert, Elena N. Bui, Ariya J. Caul, Lindsey A. Christopherson, Isabelle L. Clark, Norah J. Delgado, Parker R. Dietman, Lillian R. Dumonceaux, Addison R. Eisenschenk, Jada A. Fautsch, Abby L. Feddema, Isabelle A. Fiereck, Mason J. Fincher, Kendra Y. Fitzpatrick, Maggie L. Foster, Emma A. Foy, Stella R. Gauerke, Kade E. Gibbons, Samantha M. Goenner, Deagan T. Gondeck, Lily R. Gregerson, Teagan L. Haarstad, Keller D. Hanson, Jaylen-Lloyd B. HansonDitthidet, Mason M. Heid-Novak, Erika A. Henke, Addyson J. Henrikson, Alaina A. Jansky, Ella J. Jevne, Kaya I. Johnson, Sydalee R. Johnson, Marcus R. Julius, Ayla J. Kissinger, Aubrey M. Klug, Jordyn M. Koepp, Amber L. Konietzko, Shea M. Koster, Emma J. Kottom, Leah M. Krupa, Isabel J. Larocque, Kylie E. Larson, Audrey C. Lo, Audra E. Lott, Drew C. Lund, Maria T. Lyon, Ethan W. Mader, Asiyah A. Mallick, Elliott D. Miller, Logan P. Miller, Riann S. Mohamud, Olivia L. Mohs, Tristan B. Motsko, Kael T. Mrozek, Shelby E. Nelson, Tyler J. Neumann, Tyson J. Newville-Larson, Aaleyah N. Parks, Ava L. Pringle, Daren S. Protolipac Jr., Savanna R. Ratka, Isabella J. Rudolph, Evan P. Scapanski, Lauren I. Schloe, Elijah J. Schmitz, Bailey C. Seaman, Eli M. Sjogren, Grace F. Stark, Isabella R. Stewart, Alanna C. Stier, Vivian R. Tangen, Kendra A. Teff, Grace L. Theis, Jonah D. Thell, Cullen J. Thompson, Maiya L. Thompson, Lindsey L. Tindal, Caroline M. Tykwinski, Sabah Uddin, Jack R. Van Heel, Jonathan D. Virnig, Addison H. Welch, Alexa A. Welsh, Lisset M. Zacarias and Avery J. Ziegler.

Grade 8: Christopher A. Anderson, Katelyn M. Anderson, Madalyn B. Anderson, Brandt K. Andres, Campbell J. Arndt, Kirsten M. Arnold, Ava J. Athman, Austin G. Beierman, Nikolas H. Berger, Faith A. Biorn, Sydney S. Birk, Braylee A. Borst, Lucy A. Brenny, Jaida K. Burrows, Kaylee E. Butenhoff, Jenavieve E. Caster, Maya Castilleja, Alexis L. Clark, Jaelyn J. Claude, Matthew T. Crane, Abigail K. Davis, Chantelle E. Dickerson, Morgan A. Dorn, Anthony L. Etter, Matthew L. Etter, Joani R. Fautsch, Jayden P. Felchle, Brielle M. Fiereck, Mason M. Foss, Ella R. Froelich, Alayna R. Furman, Royelle D. Gajeski, Sawyer J. Gerads, Delia L. Gustofson, Joseph R. Guzek, Madison L. Hansen, Mckayla A. Harms, Mo-

nique B. Haugen, Gunnar O. Jacobson, Ellen M. Jaschke, Matthew J. Jegers, Kylie M. Johnson, Amberly R. Kidd, Elizabeth R. Kruger, Ava E. Kummet, Sierra M. Kutzera, Jordyn J. Lee, Walker H. Loesch, Trinity L. Maki, Sophia J. Markfelder, Lauren J. Mattson, Riley D. Meinert, Brynn J. Molitor, Lindsey C. Moran, Brooke A. Mushatt, Lucy M. Nelson, Trace R. Nelson, Kaitlyn C. Olsen, Courtney J. Paulsen, Alanna G. Pesta-Carlson, Sienna R. Petermeier, Maggie P. Philabaum, Shawn P. Pilon, Lillian R. Piotrowski, Erica M. Poganski, Tianna M. Presler, Sophie M. Prom, Kailey R. Reinert, Rylan T. Robinson, Samantha K. Rock, Morgan A. Roth, Nicholas R. Sakry, Luke M. Scheeler, Kaya E. Schneider, Tyler J. Schreifels, Jordan L. Steinhofer, Ethan C. Swanson, Hai Yen Tong, Evan A. Trompeter, Emily L. Vanvickle, Kennedy L. Wahlin, Kyla E. Walker, Westin P. Wehrs, Austin M. Winkelman, Taylor V. Wolfe, Cassidy L. Zeilenga, Katelynn A. Zimmer and Haylee L. Zwick.

Grade 9: Ethan J. Anderson, Kendall N. Anderson, Alison L. Andruschak, Allan J. Arseneau, Caelei M. Banks, Olivia P. Bauer, Bailey L. Behrendt, Andrew J. Bemboom, Owen D. Berg, Kaytlin R. Bittman, Noah D. Blodgett, Erika J. Brenny, Annika N. Broman, Addison R. Buchanan, Robert J. Carstensen-Boe, Brooklyn E. Chantry, Ashley A. Chareunrath, Adaleena J. Charter, Selah M. Christiansen, Isabella K. Christopher, Drew P. Danielson, Heidy A. Deleon Escobar, Daniel J. Dusing, Morgan R. Eggert, Maximus J. Floren, Collin R. Fuchs, Keaton M. Gohman, Ava L. Grabinski, Eva M. Griffey, Isabelle M. Haddy, Savanna M. Handeland, Andrew J. Harren, Cammille E. Henry, Alexandra M. Hill, Benaiah D. Hinz, Ava A. Hitzler, Drew M. Holmen, Logan J. Hurd, Alex M. Janorschke, Gabriella R. Jaskolka, Emma R. Johnson, Lexie B. Johnson, Lillian G. Julius, Kaitlyn A. Kimman, Kendall A. Kinney, Jack D. Klein, Lauren G. Klein, Ella S. Knutson, Elizabeth L. Kothman, Evan J. Kramer, Benjamin R. Kulus, Chayce D. Larocque, Marissa M. Lemm, Victoria G. Lo, Max S. Loesch, Grace M. Loidolt, Marya C. Mccoy, Jameson R. Mcquillan, Cody J. Mertens, Emma P. Miller, Anisa A. Mohamed, Saige O. Moliga, Chloe E. Molitor, Tyrelle J. Moody, Lydia E. Nash, April R. Nelson, Jasmine D. Oliver, Eric T. Paulsen, Richelle M. Peacock, Charles G. Peterson, John D. Petrie, Trinity E. Prom, Ethan E. Purcell, Ajiah L. Quach, Evalynn K. Reed, Justin B. Reichard, Kody A. Reinert, Madison A. Riedeman, Parker J. Rieland, Josiah S. Rodriguez, Samantha M. Roering, Grace E. Roesch, Lillian J. Rogholt, Mia C. Rogholt, Trista L. Rosa, Anna L. Rushmeyer, Makaila J. Ryan, Lilly E. Seamans, Cade J. Smallbrock, Jeff D. Solorz, Cole J. Sowada, Jasmine N. Spears, Lily A. Stafki, Jadeyn O. Stover, Divya R. Subramaniam, Chloe A. Sunder, Jack G. Theis, Nolan C. Thell, Emily J. Thomas, Cooper Z. Walder, Carley L. Weisenbeck and Tyler M. Woitalla.

Grade 10: Cole J. Ackerman, Lucy J. Ahles, Rayna A. Barry, Addison O. Bemboom, Lilli L. Berger, Jacob W. Blackmore, Alexander B. Bradley, Zachary J. Brandenburg, Hayle R. Buttweiler, Isabelle J. Cairns, Macy M. Castilleja, Emma D. Chareunrath, Evan G. Chilson, Jack E. Christoferson, Caden J. Collins, Hailee A. Cullen, Heidi R. Danielson, Kelly R. Decker, Andrew J. Dusek, Caleb B. Euteneuer, Maggie A. Fernholz, Morgan J. Fiereck, Bonilla, Valeria Flores Arlyn Flores-Lopez, Angela E. Fritz, Gabriel J. Gertken, Catherine M. Gilbertson, Trinity A. Gill, Alexandra L. Gratke, Ella M. Gunderson, Ryan T. Hallonquist, Jazmynn E. Henrikson, Claire C. Idzerda, Noah S. Jensen, Brayden A. Johnson, Connor N. Johnson, Ruth A. Justin, Brynn M. Karasch, Andrew R. Kath, Zachary A. Kosloske, Rachel R. Kremers, Amellia R. Kuhn, Julia M. Lawrence, Christian S. Lee, Nicholas P. Lindquist, Carter J. Loesch, Noah R. Macdonald, Preston A. Marotte, Aneleise C. Martinson, Eric J. Maurus, Josie M. Mayers, William D. Mckeever, Bethany A. Mears, Alyssa C. Meyer, Corina K. Miller, Elijah C. Moilanen, Terrence R. Moody, Mackenna R. Moon, John Z. Moran, Aidan G. Morehouse, Audrey J. Morehouse, Chloe M. Morrow, Ariana M. Nemeth, Bryant T. Neumann, Mckinsey C. Newbanks, Duyen T. Nguyen, William B. Nielsen,

Rachel D. Nowacki, Jack A. O’brien, Bryce A. Paulson, Cole H. Paulson, Darci A. Peterson, Easton M. Portner, Julia A. Propson, Chloe A. Reiter, Simon M. Rosenberg, Sophia R. Rothstein, Taylor J. Sidla, Brielle R. Smunk, Kathryn A. Stiegel, Natalie M. Stiegel, Riley A. Stover, Morgan M. Strandberg, Emma E. Swartzer, Emily R. Taylor, Audrey J. Tindal, Olivia J. Tykwinski, Allie N. Van Heel, Jayce M. Walrath, Madison M. Weber, Haily A. Weissenfluh, Macy C. Welk, Will C. White, Lydia M. Zabinski, Kiah M. Zaske and Carter J. Zuhlsdorf.

Grade 11: Allie D. Ackerman, Michael C. Anderson, Sarah D. Anderson, Colin L. Baron, Tabara C. Barry, Madelyn L. Benedict, Jared J. Bentrud, Isabelle C. Birk, Brandon T. Bokelman, Brent A. Boos, Alexxis K. Carlson, Allyson E. Carstensen-Boe, Julia D. Caster, Nicholas M. Chantry, Owen N. Chilson, Calvin R. Comstock, Wiliam S. Dani Filho, Haley L. Davis, Logan C. Eck, Carter J. Eckblad, Kyanah K. Evans, Justus R. Floren, Nathan R. Ford, Gage O. Foster, Alexandra R. Freihammer, Ethan T. Galler, Sarah J. Gama, Cole J. Gauerke, Natalie K. Gerads, Elijah E. Grabinski, Taylor J. Helget, Tucker P. Hendrickson, Emma J. Johnson, Ava J. Juntunen-Novak, Rebekah L. Kimman, Kobe M. Knettel, Grayson N. Kobluk, Ella G. Kockler, Ashley A. Konietzko, Bradley R. Kothman, Lillian K. Kuhn, Kaylee A. Kulus, Adan V. Lachmansingh, Emily M. Landwehr, Madison A. Laurent, Landon S. Lunser, Evan R. Mader, Adam N. Marshall, Gavin L. Martin, Libertey J. Mayse, Summer E. Millard, Ryan D. Moilanen, Tessa L. Moulzolf, Maria J. Nathe, Ella A. Nelson, Aaron J. Neumann, Madeline E. Neussendorfer, Musab M. Nuh, Zoey M. Oehmen, Mckenzie A. Olson, Jenalyn A. Ostendorf, Callie N. Pakkala, Jaiden L. Parker, Brooke I. Petermeier, Nathan L. Peterson, Bradyn A. Petrek, Kaety A. Rainer, Aaron B. Reichard, Bailey J. Reiter, Ethan R. Retzer, Aden B. Rollins, Anna E. Schave, Emily A. Schloe, Morgan S. Schreifels, Brynn E. Seaman, Isabella V. Severson, Miaya M. Simon, Aidan J. Smith, Kylee I. Sprifke, David A. Stamm, Jayden M. Steinemann, Allison M. Stiegel, Zoe A. Stier, Isaac C. Theis, Riley S. Verly, Jacob T. Wallin, Alyssa R. Waytashek, Jack W. Weber, Shelby M. Witucki, Ashley G. Woitalla and Andrew S. Wollak.

Grade 12: Jacob S. Anderson, Emma C. Athmann, Bailey R. Bauer, Aaron C. Bell, Lily R. Benoit, Madeline M. Bittman, Madysen L. Boettcher, Mckenna K. Brannen, Emily R. Brenny, Emma C. Brown, Ryan T. Burgardt, Adam P. Burton, Maren L. Buss, Tara E. Butkowski, Nicole M. Christiansen, Sophia K. Clemons, Kyle J. Conway, Taylor M. Delong, Jonathon P. Demars, Melissa R. Dickerson, Derek J. Durant, Ellise K. Fedor, Ethan H. Frana, Ashlyn G. Frey, Jonathon D. Friedrich, Gavin J. Fuchs, Jager W. Fuchs, Madeline A. Fuls, Emry L. Godwin, Emma M. Hanson, Trygve E. Hanson, Maia J. Hasbrouck, Ethan P. Headley, Mallory J. Heder, Savannah C. Henkel, Grant W. Hiltner, Johnathan J. Hoeschen, Ashley A. Hommerding, Emma X. Johnsen, Brady R. Johnson, Kaleigh J. Jorgenson, Carter J. Kieke, Sophia K. Klinefelter, Brayden W. Kotcho, Joshua B. Krebs, Tai H. Lam, Isabelle A. Langer, Hanna M. Lauderbaugh, Logan M. Lauderbaugh, Kaitlyn M. Lewis, Anna R. Lucas, Emily A. Lyseng, Olivia N. Macdonald, Hillarie K. Markfort, Kristina M. Mclaughlin, Anneka M. Meinke, Nyla R. Millard, Leah D. Mohs, Abigail M. Neisen, Brooke M. Nelson, Erin M. Nelson, Rachel J. Nierengarten, Ally Q. O’brien, Alese G. Paulson, Brady E. Pesta, Cade S. Portner, Nikita R. Presler, Sean G. Roach, Rhiannon R. Rubel, Charles M. Rucks, Tanner A. Schindele, Joshua S. Schloe, Katlyn M. Schulz, Alexis W. Schwitz, Landry C. Seaman, Tyler J. St Onge, Chloe R. Stockinger, Tyler B. Summers, Alyssa L. Tasto, Alison P. Thomas, Kathryn L. Thompson, Morgan L. Thompson, Hannah G. Trelfa, Nathan P. Valek, Megan E. Wahlin, Kaylee R. Weathers, Cora A. Weirens, Katerina A. Wells, Madilynn R. Westberg, Morgan A. Westre, Frank J. White, Savanna M. Youngren and Holynne K. Zeilenga.

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James S. Weisenbeck, Joseph T. Wells, Elijah B. Wilk- Kayson P. Carter, Cayden J. Christensen, Gloria L. ing, Marina D. Will-Robinson and Abigail A. Zimpel. Christianson, Paige O. Clark, Abiygal A. Cook, Kamryn C. Corrigan, Logan M. Demarais, Dane R. DingGrade 6: Spencer J. Ackerman, Megan J. Anderson, Grade 8: Lilly M. Ackerman, Daniel K. Agre, Lucas mann, Haley R. Eckerman, Gavin J. Emery, Ivy E. Brooke A. Andruschak, Tayshaun I. Armbruster, Ellie J. Barber, Logan J. Bauer, Justin A. Behrendt, Ian R. Foster, Dylan J. Friedrich, Kylie A. Griffey, Logan X. G. Bense, Carter W. Beseman, Nolan R. Black, Bennett Biniek, Mykayla J. Bluhm-Slater, Ruby K. Carlson, Haffner, Alexander S. Harren, Anna J. Harris-Houdek, A. Bonebright, Grace A. Carlson, Kendra K. Carlson, Lydia A. Chouinard, Renee L. Christopherson, Alex- Gabriel P. Helgeson, Sophia L. Henkel, Miranda L. Aubrey J. Clark, Mckenna M. Czech, Wren M. Dahl, andra L. Clark, Kylee N. Czech, Madison A. Delong, Hennen, Chloe L. Hickman, Kieryn L. Hirdler, Gavin Mariame Dioumessy, Adela E. Dominguez-Garcia, Terrell Dirks, Justin L. Doebber, Jameela L. Drumgole, J. Hoeschen, Ashlyn R. Hoihjelle, Austin J. Horn, Reid Owen J. Egge, Ethan L. Elwood, Clinton D. Fletcher Kirsten R. Dubbels, Ian N. Eichers, John M. Engebret- B. Johnson, Isabella Kohout, Naomi E. Kolle, Eagen II, Arianna L. Forcier, Christian J. Gerdes, Lilyanna W. son, Jaeleigh S. Fern, Gabrielle L. Fernholz, William M. Kotzer, Braden K. Kuklok, Katie A. Lemke, VanesGitzel, Adalyn G. Godfrey, Wyatt P. Greene, Isabelle E. J. Feuling, Logan J. Folsom, Jed R. Foster, Piper E. sa A. Lwiza, Madison K. Maanum, Logan K. Magaurn, Gruber, Brady J. Haag, Chase R. Hammond, Adria G. Froiland, Drew I. Gargus, Jerrin E. Glade, Gabriel M. Andrew T. Markfelder, Christopher L. Marten-RoseHanson, Matthew W. Henke, Chase L. Hiltner, Evan H. Godfrey, Colin A. Gruber, Teagan E. Guggisberg, Sa- now, Dominic T. Mathies, Jason A. Mazacek, Daylan Hoivik, Kaylin L. Janski, Cailyn M. Johnson, Isabelle mantha A. Haaf, Dalton J. Haffner, Blake M. Halter, S. Mick, Tiffany M. Miller-Schroden, Bryne A. Miller, K. Johnson, Josephine M. Johnson, Taylor J. Johnson, Kylie M. Hanes, Subayda F. Hasan, Amara B. Haugen, Ahmed A. Mohamed, Morgan P. Moore, Franklin A. Akayshia E. Joyce, Logan D. Kealy, Breyden A. Keller, Devlyn A. Henkel, Alyssa T. Hoihjelle, Alex L. John- Morris, Kevin C. Mortenson, Faith P. Munson, Kaden James A. Kirt, Burton L. Koenig, Connor M. Koll, son, Lauren G. Johnson, Nolan M. Johnson, Sadie R. J. O’malley, Ebubechukwu E. Ogbonna, Ashlynn R. Ethan L. Kreuser, Hailey M. Kuebelbeck, Savannah I. Johnson, Callen T. Kieke, Reid S. Kiffmeyer, Grace Olsen, Hayley M. Olson, Peyton T. Olson, Linda A. OlKuhn, Maralyn A. Larson, Mason M. Lindstrom, Liam A. Kitzmann, Isabella R. Kitzmann, William J. Klein, weny, Bailey R. Ostendorf, Kennedy G. Pederson, JaJ. Lock, Ryan J. Lundebrek, Benjamin R. Mach, Karly Jaylin R. Knettel, Kaden T. Koll, Elizabeth E. Krueger, cob D. Peters, Emma L. Portner, Ella J. Pringle, Hailey A. Martini, Gavyn D. Meyer, William S. Mick, Brady Austin M. Kunz, Roman G. Lovitz, Reanna M. Lual- M. Remus, Brady J. Roach, Kyan G. Robideau-Turk, J. Midthun, Mika R. Miller-Schroden, Hunter W. Mon- len, Alex Lucas, Ethan L. Martin, Leah E. Mazacek, Nicolas S. Roering, Noah R. Rosenberger, Paul J. Rotag, Sophia C. Montag, Hunter R. Moore, Olivia A. Na- Rosa E. Mazacek, Anika R. Meyer, Dillon C. Miller, thanburg, Michaela P. Sawicki, Vanessa L. Say, Owen han, Kale M. Neis, Benjamin C. Neumann, Addisen E. Maya C. Miller, Aiden J. Montag, Tamiah M. More- J. Scheeler, Kendal S. Stucke, Bricelyn A. Sweeter, Newbanks, Thao T. Nguyen, Braelyn R. Nord, Keira house, Arica K. Moriak, Ciarra M. Moss, Logan R. Mason W. Tasto, Jack T. Taszarek, Paige M. Theis, A. Oehmen, Makaila K. Olmscheid, Brody W. Ow- Murphy, Alex A. Ostendorf, Caden J. Ostman, Zander Bailey A. Thompson, Nevaeh G. Toenyan, Alexis M. ings, Grant S. Pallansch, Gracelyn R. Parker, Wendi A. M. Parker, Isabella R. Pederson, Madelynn B. Pflueger, Turck, Gavin O. Vanderveer, Kayla A. Wahlin, Caleb J. Peterson, Lenora L. Probasco, Adam R. Purcell, Ne- My Khang Phan, Matthew M. Platz, Grace K. Popp, Wang, Mason J. Welch and Annie Mae R. Westergren. vaeh D. Rademacher, Elijah J. Rajkowski, Carter R. Preston J. Porter, Cullen A. Posch, Kellen M. PulsiRamsey, Kole A. Robinson, Andie M. Roering, Garek fer, Danielle R. Purcell, Makeo P. Pygnasak, Bree N. Grade 11: Emma M. Almanza, Frederick D. Barlue, R. Rubel, Brady J. Salo, Briana F. Santillana, Ethan L. Rau, Benjamin M. Rothstein, Siena M. Rubin, Leif R. Jakub E. Blum, Drew A. Burling, Grace M. Burski, Schlangen, Braxton M. Schmidt, Quinn M. Schrantz, Rudnick, Clayton J. Schofield, Abby L. Schreiner, Iza- Elizabeth A. Cecil, Samantha M. Clark, Jack D. CurEthan C. Schraut, Jaelyne E. Shoultz, Mariah M. Sim- bell L. Schuldt, Graci S. Schultz, Rachel R. Shikonya, tis, Alexis A. Farber, Adyson R. Froiland, Abigail C. mons, Aubree R. Smith, Emma L. Stalberger, Elysia Carley J. Shipley, Kaitlyn L. Shore, Sawyer H. Sim- Graves-Petron, Lily G. Groover, Keanna A. GuggisA. Stang, Darrin R. Stangl, Mia D. Staton, Austin E. mons, Amber M. Skaja, Hazel S. Snavely, Victoria K. berg, Colton A. Gummert, Noah J. Hackett, Jackson N. Stein-Schmitz, Mckenzie L. Steiner, Inna A. Stene, Steichen, Joseph S. Stiegel, Veruca B. Stommes, Adam Hebler, Connor J. Hemker, Braeden M. Holt, Daniel J. Maya Strand, Dominic J. Stucke, Ivy M. Swoyer, Isaac J. Sundby, Zachary E. Swanson, Jackson J. Swartzer, Hovland, Christian A. Iriarte, Jalynn M. Jackson, AusToupin, Madison M. Traut, Lauren S. Vanvickle, Re- Ismael M. Traore, Shaun A. Walrath, Avagail R. Wang, tin D. Jansky, Alyssa N. Karls, Alysa L. Keller, Ava bekah C. Vocelka, Gavin C. Weber, Trinity G. Wehrle, Jacob J. Waytashek, Morgan R. Westerhoff, Collin D. L. Klug, Abigail J. Kramer, Ali J. Kremer, Lauren G. Odin R. Welte, Chase D. Wheeler, Lucas C. Wiebe, Wiebe, Christopher J. Wolter, Elisabeth D. Wood, Kyle Krupa, Kendra A. Kunerth, Jordan L. Lee, Braedyn T. Vayda J. Wills, Isabella E. Wilson, Madilyn O. Woital- W. Wright, Audrey M. Zeiszler, Matthew L. Ziebarth Leeb, Alexis G. Leen, Carter H. Legatt, Clayton B. Lela-Mix, Anthony J. Wolbeck, Abigail L. Wolff, Saraya and Alex J. Zwack. gatt, Olivia K. Lyon, Onnolee A. March-Giefer, Ryan K. Ylinen, Michael K. Zieglmeier and Kyle J. Zimmer J. Mastey, Jasmine M. Mbwille, Caedyn, M. Menden, Grade 9: Aaron J. Alf, Chase R. Anderson, Maggie Alexis J. Mesenbrink, Alexander T. Miskowic, MiGrade 7: Manar Al Jabbasee, Damin L. Backen, Carter M. Anderson, Andrew W. Bates, Brady R. Bauer, Au- randa G. Mohs, Rock L. Moliga, Ethan M. Opsahl, D. Baklund, Gabriella M. Barthel, Hayden R. Bauer, tumn R. Bestgen, Autumn J. Borgert, Maycee J. Britz, Nicholas M. Ortloff, Madison K. Ostman, Alexis M. Kathryn O. Bialke, Carson D. Bitzan, Devin A. Brewer, Madelyn C. Butterfield, Christopher W. Carter, Lilly- Partch, Veronica L. Peacock, Kaelin M. Rainer, TierAriana I. Browen, Kaitlyn T. Burski, Ian R. Chinander, ana A. Chouinard, Zoe J. Culbertson, Ethan D. Eute- ney K. Rhodes, Eli J. Rudnick, Natasha S. Rushmeyer, Ava G. Cords, Ava Dang, Jathan K. Dengerud, Aden neuer, Fionn W. Falk, Mackenzie R. Felchle, Broden E. Justin M. Scheeler, Hunter J. Scherbing, Makenzi E. D. Devries-Stelten, Jackson D. Dhein, Hunter M. Dis- Flakne, Aliese A. Forsting, Maxwell H. Fortner, Kailani Schmitz, Jayse C. Schreifels, Jenna N. Schreifels, Ashkerud, Kaylie A. Dubbels, Robert J. Dusing, Mason C. K. Gates, Cooper S. Godwin, Kavan J. Gullette, Alexa lyn K. Schreiner, Carlissa M. Schultz, Shjon A. SerEuteneuer, Luca T. Filiaggi, Logan W. Friesen, Cole J. Hamilton, Brielle M. Hanson, Alexis A. Helmin, Elai- tich, Alexander R. Sevre, Emma K. Shore, Jordan M. Gates, Grayson J. Gazett, Andrew S. Giese, Isabelle A. na S. Hill, Kieran L. Hixson, Lucas M. Hoffman, Em- Smith, Treyvon C. Smith, Chloe L. Stommes, Brodey Goebel, Sam M. Gruber, Keegan M. Gullette, Isabelle milie M. Janski, Connor A. Johnson, Paytin J. Johnson, M. Sweeter, Carlos Torres Perez, Claire J. Updike, R. Gunther, Kai J. Hall, Alivia R. Hejhal, Myla G. Heu- Isaac M. Juetten, Ellie L. Kirt, Ethan J. Klug, Adrianna Rees L. Vannurden, Ellyse H. Von Eschen, Ryan C. rung, Amara R. Hitzler, Zachary Iriarte, Sydney K. Jen- S. Koepke, Logan M. Koland, Paige E. Koopmeiners, Wacker, Jacob F. Willie, Maya J. Zaske and Madeline nings, Mya M. Johnson, Brooklyn B. Kielty, Larkin D. Liberty E. Kosloski, Morgan R. Kreuser, Christian K. G. Ziegler.

Kleine, Milena S. Kolbe, Mallory J. Kosloski, Bradyn Kukwa, Mia A. Lambrecht, Ava V. Langerman, MadiJ. Kost, Madalyn A. Kronenberg, Vivian L. Kusilek, son E. Lavery, Avari L. Majerus, Serenity R. Martinez, Grade 12: Amber R. Andersen, Alec C. Anderson, Layla L. Laabs, Arianna E. Lara, Erik C. Leandro, Ol- Paul G. Martinson, Cohen D. Mathies, Ilham S. Mo- Kayla M. Ayer, Cameron C. Bearson, Allysah B. Benivia L. Lee, Brianna L. Lenz, Ryder L. Lindala, Jeigh- hamud, Marissa J. Mohs, Kella L. Mrozek, Hinda M. ner, Alyssa M. Blais, Dayne W. Blowers, Tiegan A. den E. Manthie, Andrew P. Marten-Rosenow, Josalynn Nuh, Jace A. Orton, Arika A. Packard, Luke J. Pakkala, Blum, Cole A. Bonovsky, Anna M. Borsvold, Carter J. L. Morford, Ella G. Mrozek, Khalid M. Nuh, Della D. Taiya R. Partch, Keegan D. Patterson, Noah D. Plemel, Brutger, Grace I. Bryant, Allie A. Chapman, Brooke N. Olsen, Reed L. Omvig, Dillon M. Pansch, Kajia M. Angel R. Ploof, Joy E. Prow, Maddyson I. Przybilla, Conway, Mataya L. Czech, Kayden I. Daniels, Thomas Peine, Hayley C. Pekarek, Skyler A. Petermeier, Seth Ellie A. Retka, Brady D. Roberts, Carley R. Roberts, M. Daniels, Gwena M. Doherty, Alex D. Dusha, Emily G. Peterson, Ava S. Plemel, Matthew L. Porter, Olivia Mason P. Rudolph, Ella T. Rueter, Carissa J. Sander, M. Ethen, Kadra M. Farah, Garrett A. Feuling, Leslie E. Posch, Zachary K. Revermann, Madilyn A. Rob- Julia E. Satre, Lauren E. Schelske, Molly K. Schraut, A. Francis, Isaac J. Freese, Benjamin S. Gilbertson, erts, Kate L. Robish, Ian J. Rucks, Brianna L. Ruggles, Devin D. Schroeder, Amber J. Schueller, Katelynn S. Bailey S. Gregory, Solomon D. Guzy, Carter J. HamLincoln J. Rushmeyer, Kyleigh A. Schacherer, Hannah Sevre, Starlyn H. Spoden, Jenna J. Vanderhagen, Ju- merel, Logan M. Haskamp, Makenzy L. Heder, MikaeM. Schmitt, Salomon Severson, Sophia S. Smith, Julia liana R. Walter, Brenna J. Weinand, Parker J. Weirens la C. Heid, Jeremiah A. Helland, Preston L. Johnson, A. St. Onge, Owen T. Symanietz, Skyler J. Teachman, and Jacob M. Weller.

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Saturday, Jan. 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Sartell Win- and older. Great River Regional Library, 251 Fourth ter Market. Vendors, crafters, treats and canned Ave. N., Foley. goods. Sartell Farmers Market, 850 19th St. S., Monday, Jan. 6, 5:30-9:30 p.m. – 55+ Driver DisSartell. count Program Refresher Course. Whitney SeSaturday, Jan. 4, 2-4:45 p.m. – Acoustic Jam. nior Center, 1527 Northway Drive, St. Cloud. For Bluegrass and Americana tunes. For all ages. Great more information or to register, visit http://www.

River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., mnsafetycenter.org or call 1-888-234-1294.

St. Cloud.

Monday, Jan. 6, 6-8 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice PubSaturday, Jan. 4, 7:30 p.m. – Michael Shynes Al- lic Schools documentary viewing, “Most Likely bum Release. Michael Shynes returns one year af- to Succeed.” This free documentary showing of the ter his sold out performance at the Paramount to re- 2015 Sundance Film Festival selection examines lease a new collection of songs with his eight-piece education in the 21st century as a part of the disband and storyteller-style live show that pairs with trict’s Portrait of a Graduate process. Sauk Rapidshigh energy pop and R&B. Paramount Center for Rice Middle School Community Arts Center, 901 the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For First St. S., Sauk Rapids. more information or tickets, visit http://www.paraMonday, Jan. 6, 7 p.m. – Rice City Council Meetmountarts.org. ing. Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice.

Monday, Jan. 6, 12:30-6:30 p.m. – American Red Cross Blood Drive. First Presbyterian Church, Monday, Jan. 6, 7 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice School Board Organizational Meeting. Sauk Rapids-Rice 306 Norway Drive, Foley.

High School, 1835 Osauka Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

Monday, Jan. 6, 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Coding Games Challenge. Mazes and logic puzzles. For ages 9 Tuesday, Jan. 7, 9 a.m. – Benton County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Benton County Administration Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley.

Sauk Rapids Police Department activity Dec. 23 1323 hours: Officers located a bag of garbage in the center of the northbound land of 10th Avenue Northeast, creating a traffic hazard. Officers collected the bag and disposed of it.

Dec. 25 1848 hours: Officers received a driving complaint for two vehicles driving aggressively and creating excessive exhaust on the 800 block of Benton Drive North. Officers spoke with the two drivers, who said they passed the complainant due to slow speed.

Dec. 29 0639 hours: Officers responded to the 1600 block of 18th Street Northeast for a 911 hang up with no answer on callback. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the only resident appearing to have activity. Nothing suspicious was reported.

Incidents: 28 traffic stops, 26 parking violations, 22 assists, 20 medical calls, 15 various calls, 12 suspicious activity reports, 8 alarms, 8 domestic calls, 6 disturbances, 5 driving, 4 civil, 4 thefts, 4 welfare checks, 4 harassments, 4 vehicles, 3 911, 2 child, 2 accidents, 2 property, 2 unwanted, 2 utility problems, 2 attempt to locate and 2 frauds.

a public input open house to discuss the progress of ADA self-evaluation and transition and will be available to receive input and answer questions.

Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids.

Wednesday, Jan. 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Code Club.

Children will learn basics of coding through fun games and activities. For ages 10-16. Limit 10.

Registration opened Dec. 26, 2019. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 5-9 p.m. – 55+ Driver Discount Program Refresher Course. Apollo High School, 1000 44th Ave. N., St. Cloud. For more information or to register, visit http://www.mnsafetycenter. org or call 1-888-234-1294.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 6:30-7:45 p.m. – St. Cloud Teen Anime Club. Meet others who enjoy anime and manga. Snacks provided. Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 7 p.m. – Sauk Rapids American Legion Post No. 254 Monthly Meeting. VFW Post No. 6992, 901 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids.

Sunday, Jan. 12, 2 p.m. – Company North Crest Tuesday, Jan. 7, 5:30 p.m. – Foley City Council. Winter Show “Standout.” Company North Crest Foley City Hall, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. dancers ages 6-16 perform styles of tap, jazz, hip Tuesday, Jan. 7, 7 p.m. – Watab Township Meet- hop, lyrical and a full classical ballet. Recreational ing. Watab Town Hall, 660 75th St. N.W., Sauk dancers ages 3-9 perform a special number in the matinee only. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 Rapids.

W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For more informaWednesday, Jan. 8, 2:30-4 p.m. or by appointment – tion or tickets, visit http://www.paramountarts.org.

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED

BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: July 25, 2017 MORTGAGOR: Mitchell Freeby, single.

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Resolute Bank, its successors and assigns.

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 23, 2017 Benton County Recorder, Document No. 424686.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: American Neighborhood Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC. Dated December 10, 2019 Recorded December 19, 2019, as Document No. 440280.

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE I D E N T I F I C AT I O N NUMBER ON M O R T G A G E : 101310921706160197 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE

ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Resolute Bank RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: American Neighborhood Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC. M O RT G A G E D PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1710 Summit Place, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 190318300 L E G A L DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot Ten (10), Block Two (2), Summit Oakes, according to the plat and survey thereof on file and of record in the office of the county recorder in and for Benton County, Minnesota.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Benton O R I G I N A L PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $178,423.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID

BY MORTGAGEE: $180,618.26 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part

thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: February 25, 2020 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on August 25, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

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BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S P E R S O N A L R E P R E S E N TAT I V E S OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: December 20, 2019 American Neighborhood Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 9 - 19-008623 FC THIS IS A C O M M U N I C AT I O N FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. R-52-6B

TOWN OF WATAB COUNTY OF BENTON ORDINANCE NO. 9 SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE SUMMARY NOTICE The Town Board of the Town of Watab adopted a subdivision ordinance at its meeting on December 3rd, 2019.

The subdivision ordinance regulates all subdivisions of property within the Town of Watab other than those specified in Minnesota Statues § 462.358, Subd. 4b(b). The subdivision ordinance sets forth standards for the dedication of streets and other public lands, design and construction standards for street, utility and other required improvements, posting of a surety to ensure construction of required improvements, applicable subdivision fees and charges, and other subdivision related requirements.

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Storm’n Sabres skate passed Fargo teams SSRR 2-0 in holiday tournament

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

With seven seconds left, senior forward Mallory Heder slashed the puck toward the empty net, swishing the net with the game-winning goal.

The goal marked the Storm’n Sabres girls hockey team’s victory over Fargo North-South, a cooperative of Fargo North and Fargo South high schools, of Fargo, North Dakota. Sartell-Sauk Rapids-Rice won 4-2 Dec. 26, 2019, on its home ice.

The goal, coming off an assist from her twin sister senior defender Makenzy Heder, was how the Storm’n Sabres closed its first game of the Storm’n Sabres Girls Holiday Tournament Dec. 26-27, 2019, at Bernick’s Arena in Sartell.

The goal was Mallory’s second of the game. Her first goal was made at 15:42 into the third period with assistance from senior forward Anna Orth and junior forward Rachel Wieland. The two goals came on the footfalls of a 2-2 tie.

“It felt good to take the lead and not go into overtime,” Mallory said. “It felt even better to clinch the game with an empty net to secure the win for the team. Getting the goal (with my sister) is always better.”

Sophomore Kelly Carriere shot the first goal at 4:27 into the second period after a tight scoreless first. Fargo NorthSouth sent one in at 6:46 into the third before Orth found the net less than one minute later with help from junior defender Morgan Cromwell. Fargo North-South found its second goal at 13:42 into the third.

“Our top players are who we look to score have consistently been creating scoring chances,” said Marty Anderson, Storm’n Sabres girls hockey head coach. “Anna Orth has led the way, converting some nice goals and creating many chances. She and Rachel Wieland also helped set up Mallory Heder for the game-winning goal. That was the goal that really sticks out from the weekend. We dominated most of the game but found ourselves tied, and for Mallory to convert off a nice play from her line mates was great.”

SSRR had 35 shots on goal; Fargo North-South had 20. The Storm’n Sabres served a twominute penalty for holding.

Senior goalie Chloe Stockinger made 18 saves.

SSRR 4, West Fargo 2 The Storm’n Sabres followed their win over Fargo North-South with a 4-2 win over West Fargo Dec. 27, 2019.

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Senior Chloe Stockinger makes a save early in the first period Dec. 26, 2019, against Fargo North-South at Bernick’s Arena in Sartell. Stockinger made 18 saves in Sartell-Sauk Rapids-Rice’s first game of the Storm’n Sabres Girls Holiday Tournament.

Similar to the previous game, the first period was scoreless for both teams.

Freshman defender Tia Vogt scored her first varsity goal

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The third period was lively for SSRR, with Orth starting things off 11 seconds in. Orth

lit the lamp assisted by Weiland and Mallory. Freshman forward Anna Lundeen followed at 7:12 with her first varsity goal. Senior defender Riley Trobec tallied the assist point.

Eighth-grade forward Nora Sauer slashed the final goal in for SSRR nine minutes into the third assisted by junior forward Jayden Lommel.

Down by four, West Fargo made a comeback with goals at 11:05 and 13:12 in the third period, but the Storm’n Sabres prevailed.

“Our speed was difficult for both Fargo teams to handle which has been our biggest strength of late,” Anderson said. “We are able to cause a lot of turnovers playing fast. I think we played well over the holiday tournament, and it’s good to see some different competition. We have strung a few quality games in a row now. Our team has improved, and it is starting Sophomore forward Kelly Carriere navigates against the boards Dec. to show up on game days 26, 2019, in Sartell. Carriere scored the team’s first goal in the early minutes of the second period.

(Above) Senior forward Mallory Heder gains possession Dec. 26, 2019, against Fargo North-South at Bernick’s Arena in Sartell. Heder scored the final two goals of the game to secure the 4-2 win.

(Right) Eighth-grade forward Nora Sauer skates passed a Fargo NorthSouth defender Dec. 26, 2019, in Sartell. The Storm’n Sabres won 4-2.

and in the win column. Hopefully, we can keep it going.”

SSRR had 36 shots on goal and West Fargo had 21. The Storm’n Sabres sat eight minutes on four infractions, and West Fargo sat four minutes on two infractions. Senior Hannah Trelfa made 19 saves in the net for SSRR. The girls travel to the Runestone Community Center to take on the Alexandria Cardinals at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7.

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The Storm girls basketball team competed in an overtime thriller Dec. 27, 2019, in Monticello, falling short 64-54 to the Magic. The bout was played during the Monticello Invitational at Monticello High School.

SRR competed well through the first 28 minutes of play, boasting an 11-point lead. However, a disorganized defense caused trouble for the team. Monticello rebounded from its slump and tied the game for R ra push into overtime.

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Rebounds were a highlight for the girls.

SRR pulled down 44, led by senior center Shayna Payonk who grabbed 14.

Storm girls basketball head coach Jon Roesch said the team struggles to follow through and finish games; the Dec. 27 game was a prime example.

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Lumberjacks Twins bolster starting overpower WarHawks pitching depth to continue hot stretch

After watching the available top-tier starting pitchers get signed by other teams, the Minnesota Twins finally dipped their toes into the free agency pool. The Twins signed veteran starters Rich Hill and Homer Bailey Dec. 31 to team-friendly one-year deals that should provide rotation depth

by ANDY THAYER for a team desperately in need Sports Columnist of starting pitching help. The problem I have with this situation is not with Hill nor Bailey; they both have proven track records of solid performance. My issue is the Twins have done nothing this offseason to decrease the talent gap between their roster and those of teams like the Yankees and Astros, who remain miles ahead of the Twins in terms of high-end talent.

Hill’s one-year deal is worth $3 million, and he is a worthwhile high-upside gamble for a team like the Twins.

Hill is not expected to be healthy until July after undergoing surgery on the ulnar collateral ligament of his throwing arm. Hill is also turning 40 in March and had three stints on the injured list last summer with the Dodgers for various arm and knee maladies. However, when healthy, Hill went 4-1 with a 2.45 ERA and 72 strikeouts in 58.2 innings.

He is a lefty that features a knee-buckling curveball, and those types of pitchers do not grow on trees. Over his last four years, he has compiled a 30-16 record with a 3.16 ERA, 10.6 strikeouts per nine innings and ranks third in all of baseball with a .209 opponent batting average. If he can approximate that production in the second half of the season, he will be well-worth $3 million. Think of the Hill signing as another lottery ticket a la the Michael Piñeda deal from a couple years ago.

Bailey’s one-year deal is worth $7 million, and for that price the Twins get a reliable right-handed starter that can theoretically soak up innings and give the team’s highlypotent offense a chance to win some ballgames. Last year, Bailey split time between Kansas City and Oakland and compiled a respectable 13-9 record, a 4.57 ERA and 8.2 strikeouts per nine innings in 31 starts. He will enter next season at the ripe age of 33 although his performance last year essentially mirrored his career ERA and strikeout rate. Bailey is durable, which is something the Twins will need with both Hill (recovery from surgery) and Piñeda (suspension) essentially missing half of the season. Bailey should not be viewed as an ace, and there are going to be nights where his upper-80s heater is going to get launched in a way that will remind Twins fans of previous free agent luminaries such as Ricky Nolasco and Mike Pelfrey.

Hill is a really good pitcher that is rarely healthy, and Bailey is a mediocre pitcher that is always healthy.

Huzzah. Maybe I expected more because the Twins played so well last season and truly looked like they were one or two strong starting pitchers away from being World Series contenders. Alas, I had forgotten who runs this team. Oneyear deals for pitchers like Hill and Bailey are the types of gambles that teams need to take when their ownership is not comfortable with paying the sticker price for pitchers who are both competent and durable.

The saddest thing is the American League Central division is going to be eminently winnable again next year.

If anything, Cleveland has gotten even worse by trading away Corey Kluber and letting Danny Salazar walk. The Twins have enough offensive firepower to carry the squad to another division title only to be ritually sacrificed by the Yankees and Astros in the first round of the playoffs yet again.

In a vacuum, the Rich Hill and Homer Bailey contracts were both smart decisions by the Twins. The problem is that the deals made were not for Gerrit Cole, Stephen Strasburg, Zack Wheeler, Hyun-Jin Ryu or Madison Bumgarner. I understand the Twins could not sign all of those guys, but it sure seems like Wheeler and Ryu could have been options if the Twins had ponied up market-value offers. Now the Twins had better hope an impact pitcher becomes available via trade, because the window for this Twins team to win this division is not going to stay open forever. The team’s rotation still has some major question marks.

Granite City improves to 9-1 in last 10 games

BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

After the Granite City Lumberjacks went head-tohead with the North Iowa Bulls earlier in the 2019-20 campaign, it was easy to tell the divisional foes were each capable of snagging first in the West.

The Lumberjacks have sat in the division’s second spot for a majority of the season. However, as 2020 arrives, they look like a team primed for first place.

Granite City 6, Willmar 2 The Lumberjacks continuously improve as the 2019-20 NA3HL season progresses, but associate head coach D.J. Vold and the rest of the coaching staff continue to seek consistent aggressiveness from their players.

Granite City took a huge stride in that aptitude Tuesday night.

Carson Simon added two goals to his team-high total, and the Lumberjacks tallied four first-period goals in a 6-2 win over the Willmar WarHawks Dec. 31, 2019, at Willmar Civic Center Arena in Willmar.

“I thought we were really good on the forecheck,” Vold said. “When we don’t let teams leave their zone, we put the pressure on. We did a good job of getting pucks to the net, and they seemed to go in early for us.”

It took the visitors a few minutes to seize control of the divisional matchup.

Josh Baker found defenseman Jacob Schuldt for the game’s first score at 17:11 as the Lumberjacks thrived on controlling the puck behind the net.

Granite City overwhelmed a Willmar defense that desperately sought to clear the puck but could not effectively do so. The Lumberjacks bested Willmar goaltender Lukas Haugen three times in the final 10 minutes of the first period as they fired 28 shots on goal in the first 20 minutes, two more than Willmar’s full-game total.

“Our game is aggressive; when you put pressure on the other team, you force them into mistakes, and that’s what we preach.”

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“It’s something we’re trying to get better at as far as playing our game,” Vold said. “Our game is aggressive; when you put pressure on the other team, you force them into mistakes, and that’s what we preach.”

Tony Brings, who suited up for the Lumberjacks in 10 games this season, fired a shot past former teammate Nate Johnston to put Willmar on the board with 1:24 left in the first period.

“For Tony, he’s in a better situation there,” Vold said. “He’s playing on the top line and doing all the things he can do that we couldn’t allow him to do (here). We’re happy for him.”

Brings’s seventh goal of the season was not enough for the WarHawks to find their footing. Simon found the back of the net on a four on three man advantage 14 minutes into the second period to extend Granite City’s lead to 5-1.

“Carson’s a smart player,” Vold said. “He knows where to put himself on the ice to get the puck. A lot of times, he’s close but hasn’t gotten it in. It was good to get a couple in to get the monkey off his back.”

Despite committing three penalties in the final period, Granite City stayed vigilant on offense. Blake Spetz, after assisting on a short-handed goal earlier in the contest, scored a goal of his own, assisted by Nick Plautz and Erick Bromberg.

Johnston’s perfect start to his NA3HL career continued as the Rogers native stopped 24 of 26 shots to receive his 11th win in as many starts.

The win sent the roaring Lumberjacks to 9-1 in their last few games, tied for the best record in that span. At 22-5, they own the fifth-highest winning percentage in the NA3HL with an .815 mark.

“We’ve got a good group

right now,” Vold said. “Everybody is comfortable with who they’re playing with. It’s getting to the point where every point matters, so we try and come out with the same effort every night.”

And, with a playoff push in the making, Granite City will continue to strive for success in the West Division. After another showdown with the WarHawks, the Lumberjacks will host the Alexandria Blizzard at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at Sports Arena East in Sauk Rapids.

“We’ll have to come ready to go, ready to deal with physical play and continue to do the things that make us successful,” Vold said.

Granite City 4, New Ulm 1 The Lumberjacks enjoyed a highly successful first half of the 2019-20 NA3HL season – staying afloat despite a competitive West Division, winning three of four at the annual showcase and finding solid foundations at goaltending.

To kick off the second half – and even with leading goal-scorer Daymin Dodge’s departure to a Tier II team – Granite City’s skates look as sharp as ever.

Four skaters tallied goals, and Bailey Huber compiled 31 saves as the Lumberjacks locked up a 4-1 victory over the New Ulm Steel Dec. 28, 2019, at the New Ulm Civic Center in New Ulm. Forward Jonah Jangula got the visitors going early with his 12th goal of the season, a tone-setting tally just two minutes into the game.

Lumberjacks captain Ryan Pogue, who was named West Division Star of the Week, secured his second score of the season on the power play at 9:55 to give Granite City a two-goal first period lead.

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Boys basketball falls short in holiday tourney SRR 3-6 on season

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

Sophomore guard Eli Moilanen maneuvers the ball around a Patrick Henry defender Dec. 27, 2019, in Collegeville. The game was played as a part of the 2019 Granite City Classic.

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Sophomore forward Alex Harren shoots a basket inside the paint Dec. 27, 2019, at St. John’s University in Collegeville. The Storm lost 63-57 to Patrick Henry High School, of Minneapolis.

junior guard Ethan Opsahl – combined for 34 of the Storm’s 45 points.

Schloe said the energy from the Storm in the first half topped that of Holy Angels, with steals and breakaways from quick play.

Foul trouble hurt the team early on.

“We battled all game long, and we showed signs of us getting back on track offensively,” Lee said. “We are finding that rhythm.”

Holy Family 27 35-62 SRR 28 17-45 SRR: Schloe 13 points, Lee 11, Opsahl 10, Alex Harren 4, Dominic Mathias 3, Landry Seaman 2 and Carter Loesch 2.

Patrick Henry 63, SRR 57 Turnovers, coupled with missed buckets, were the difference in the Storm 63-57 loss to Patrick Henry.

“We moved the ball better than we had all year,” Schloe said. “We found open guys on cuts which gave us open shots. Although we fell

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Senior guard Landry Seaman passes the ball to a teammate Dec. 27, 2019, in Collegeville. The Storm outscored Patrick Henry 28-27 in the first half, but lost the game 63-57.

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Two losses in the 2019 Granite City Classic left the Storm boys basketball team disappointed and eager to add games to the win column as the team closed 2019.

The Storm started the tournament with a game against Patrick Henry High School, of Minneapolis, Dec. 27, 2019, at St. John’s University in Collegeville, where the Storm lost 63-57.

They also played Holy Family Dec. 28, 2019, at Tech High School in St. Cloud, losing 62-45.

“We were really hoping for a better record by this point in the season,” said Derek Peterson, Storm boys basketball head coach. “We are all disappointed we didn’t have more wins. There have been a lot of close games, but our shots have been falling short lately. I have to believe that will change.”

Sauk Rapids-Rice travels to St. Cloud for a 7:15 p.m. game Thursday, Jan. 9, against the Eagles at Apollo High School.

Holy Family 62, SRR 45 Shots falling short led the Storm to slip in the game against Holy Family. SRR shot 27% overall with 25% from the 3-point arch and 50% from the free throw line.

“Shooting like this just does not get the job done,” Peterson said.

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Boys basketball from pg. 14 behind because of the missed shots, we played hard till the end of the game, and we had guys playing great defense toward the end which gave us a chance to come back.”

Peterson said the game was evenly played, but each Storm turnover gave Patrick Henry the chance to capitalize on a scoring opportunity.

SRR shot 10-19 from the charity line.

Peterson said he watched Patrick Henry play the night before at Tech High School which allowed him to relay to his Storm players what to expect on the court. Ultimately, the information contributed to the close game.

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The Steel put the pressure on its red-hot visitors with a second period tally courtesy of Joey Gimberlin. The timely score, registered 22 seconds into the middle period, cut Granite City’s lead in half.

Troy Dahlheimer locked up his second point of the contest on a big-time score three minutes later to give his squad some cushion.

Granite City continues to pile on shots at an alarming pace for opponents. They aggravated the New Ulm defense and compiled 43 shots to the Steel’s 32.

The Steel, sidling in a battle for third place in the West Division, continues to have difficulty against Granite City, who improved to 4-0 on the season against their divisional foes.

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Senior guard Josh Krebs looks to pass the ball to a teammate Dec. 27, 2019, in Collegeville. Turnovers and missed shots from the Storm cost the team the game.

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What is your favorite part about basketball? Being able to work with and depend on your teammates. It is another family.

What other activities are you involved in at school? I am only in basketball because I like to focus all my attention to it.

What is your best game to date? Three years ago. I remember scoring 18 points, and my coach decided to put me in the post position. I was moved up to varsity because of that game.

How do you make a difference at school?

I am enrolled at the Minnesota Online High School, but when I was at Sauk Rapids-Rice, I was in the leadership program and helped younger kids with their basic skills.

How do you prepare in the minutes leading up to competition? I try to eat healthy, stretch a bunch and go over what I know about the other team and how I can make myself and the team successful.

Which teacher has impacted your education most? My second grade teacher Ms. Olson. She was always there for me and gave me extra help when I needed it.

What is your favorite Storm tradition?

We always have a big Christmas party where we do secret Santa and play a lot of games.

What is the best advice you have ever received? Always trust your gut.

What is your favorite meal, movie, social media and song? Chicken fajitas, “Coraline,” Snapchat and “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi.

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John Roscoe is pictured Dec. 10 by a round barn off Pinecone Road in Sartell in Stearns County. Roscoe has researched every barn of its kind in the state, and written “Minnesota’s Round Barns,” containing information on the iconic landmarks.

Book on round barns defines remaining icons

BY SARAH COLBURN STAFF WRITER

SARTELL – John and Fran Roscoe have traversed the state of Minnesota, end to end, in search of the state’s 72 documented round barns.

Traveling in their Mitsubishi Outlander, the Roscoes followed maps, plugged GPS coordinates into their navigator and asked for directions in hometown bars and restaurants in small towns throughout Minnesota.

“These barns really represent

a period in agricultural history when farming was becoming a little more progressive,” John Roscoe said. “A lot of what we know about our agricultural history is going away; either traditional farms are going down, (or) turning into more corporate farming. And the families that built these farms years ago, we’re starting to forget about that. They were the backbone of America for many, many years and these barns were just part of that history.”

The Roscoes found all 72

locations and documented 48 barns still in existence. John Roscoe shares them in his newest book: “Minnesota’s Round Barns.”

The barns saw popularity from the 1890s to the 1930s and were a way to efficiently milk a number of cows at once, Roscoe said. The round milking style became so popular that Sears, Roebuck and Company came out with plans for barns around 1910. People could purchase a Sears barn kit back then for $1,627 that included not only the plans but the precut lumber.

The style, while visually unique, only lasted a few decades before more modern farming methods kicked them out of production, with farmers opting

round barn. Early on, the barns had few windows and were dark and hard to light. As time went on, builders inserted windows around the barn and throughout the different levels to allow in natural light.

Though Roscoe is now officially a round barn expert, he does not have a history with farming or agriculture. He was an English teacher in Albany Area Schools for 32 years before he retired 20 years ago.

A round barn sitting just off Pinecone Road near his home in Sartell piqued his interest in the structures. There was talk of how the barn sitting amongst houses, apartments and stores

for rectangular buildings that could house larger machinery and bigger herds.

Round barns, Roscoe said, had self-supporting roofs and much of their architecture came out of agricultural colleges including the University of Illinois. Farmers received the basic plans for the foundation, the building of the walls, the hay mow floor, building the roof and adding the cupola.

They could choose some of the exterior finishes like fieldstone applications on the lower level wall, which was popular until farmers began opting for poured concrete or cement block.

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could be converted and saved. As talk continued, Roscoe began researching.

He visited the barn, took photos and then started looking to see how many other similar round barns were in the state. He did not envision creating a book; he just wanted to document what was nearby.

He found a decadesold database that listed round barns by county and nearest town and he found his mission – to capture a piece of history and photograph every round barn in Minnesota. His wife, Fran, said she has always been supportive of his work and came along, serving as navigator as John tried to take “shortcuts� she advised against.

They visited the barns in the area every Sunday, hopping in the car and venturing to a destination, planning to arrive around 1 p.m. and hoping they would find cars in a nearby driveway and people to talk with.

The Roscoes pulled in and explained what they were working on, getting permission for photographs and asking about the history of the property.

Each time the couple

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While researching Minnesota’s round barns, John and Fran Roscoe, of Sartell, took many photos of round barns still standing in various states of repair. John Roscoe completed a book, “Minnesota’s Round Barns,� from the historical knowledge the two gathered.

approached a different barn, Roscoe said it led to a certain spark of joy.

Other times though, he had a feeling of disappointment as they arrived at a jumbled pile of lumber or the remains of exposed footings.

Some barns were still standing but heavily damaged by the elements, with large holes in their roof structure and shredded wood.

Still, Roscoe documented what he could and took photos. Some they visited early in their research they returned to later to find they had been significantly damaged or removed.

Eventually, the two realized they could visit barns any day of the week and sporadically took off on mini-adventures. Most times the Roscoes stopped for lunch, seeking out an independently-owned restaurant wherever they were. Even though some of the barns were hundreds of miles away, they couple returned home the same day, only staying overnight if they scheduled to see a handful of barns in a day that were all located in one particular area of the state.

As they traveled, they discussed the day’s agenda and the barn they were

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The database they Roscoes followed was created prior to the 911 system and the current naming convention for roads, meaning the addresses were not the PHOTO BY SARAH COLBURN best way to locate the Fran and John Roscoe have traveled throughout barns. After a few ventures Minnesota in search of the state’s 72 documented round without success, Roscoe barns. Rounds barns were popular from the 1890s to 1930s.

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Roscoe received calls from Indiana, Illinois and other states asking how to get a copy.

“There’s a nostalgia for bygone years,” Roscoe said.

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realized they needed to search for the properties by latitude and longitude – entering those into the GPS instead.

Many times, the Roscoes arrived at a vacant barn and property with nobody to speak with about the history. Roscoe spent hours working on the internet doing research, looking for a family name connected with the property. He looked at old newspaper clippings and spent even more time working with local historical societies tracking down the families connected to the barns.

Occasionally he put the barn coordinates into Google Earth to find a trackable current address for the property and handwrite the address in a letter asking for information about the barn. He was pleasantly surprised to receive letters back outlining a history.

Tracking down the information was the most difficult part of the project.

“I was frustrated a lot but I kept at it,” Roscoe said. “I just knew I wanted to do this and I’m pretty persistent and wanted to keep going. I’ve always been that way. I don’t quit, I keep pounding away until I find it.”

Once he found all the details, he wrote about each barn, organizing them in the book in alphabetical order by county. Now, he is speaking to local historical societies about the barns.

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Peyton (left) and Alivia Kroska stand outside with their father Mike Kroska Dec. 31, 2019, at their property southeast of Foley. Kroska has been working at clearing buckthorn, an invasive species, in his 10-acre wooded area for the past four winters.

Kroska works tirelessly to control invasive species

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FOLEY – Mike Kroska and his family have worked toward controlling buckthorn on their property southeast of Foley.

“I grew up cutting wood, learning about the different species of wood,” Kroska said.

“My dad was always clearing out his 40-acre wooded area.”

According to Benton Soil and Water Conservation District and Natural Resources Conservation Service, common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) was brought to Minnesota in the mid1800s from Europe.

Shortly after its introduction, buckthorn was found to be an

aggressive invasive species.

“The vines and branches intertwine and out-competes native plants for nutrients, light and moisture,” Kroska said. “Buckthorn is a shrub, but it can also grow into a small tree, reaching up to or over 20 feet.”

Kroska’s father, Jerry, was the first person to realize the prevalence of buckthorn on their property and taught his children the importance of clearing the invasive species. After Jerry’s passing in 2015, Kroska took to the woods as a coping mechanism, maintaining his 10 acres.

With the knowledge of woodland species and determination to clear his land while leaving saplings of native plants,

Kroska developed his own method.

“Nothing was done with the land before I moved here,” Kroska said.

“Buckthorn continuously gets worse until you do something about it, so it turned into a weekend thing for me.”

Kroska typically spends eight days a month, for two to three hours, clearing his woods during the winter months. From December to March, Kroska is busy in his woods with the help of his daughters, Peyton, 11, and Alivia, 8. With a brush saw, Kroska Buckthorn page 5

Common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) Information provided by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

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Kroska spent four winters heavily clearing the invasive species and now maintains it.

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spends 15 minutes cutting down buckthorn trees and shrubs.

“After I get done cutting, my girls then help me gather the brush and put it in a pile to burn,” Kroska said.

“While it is burning, I go around and spray the stumps to kill the root. The plant cannot merely be cut. Spraying is the only way I have found to get rid of it.”

When he began, Kroska mixed blue dye into Tordon, a highly concentrated picloram herbicide, as a way to easily mark where he had sprayed. He now uses a less abrasive brush spray because a lot of the hard work has been done.

“It only takes one spray to kill the plant,” Kroska said. “I just have to make sure to get it in either the stump or directly on the bark.

The plant just has to be actively growing.”

The Foley native said people can spray in summer months to avoid cutting down trees and brush, but he prefers a cooler climate due to the lack of insects.

“I take the time and spray each plant because I don’t want to kill my woods, just the buckthorn,” Kroska said. “By doing that, the saplings of other trees have a chance to grow.”

Because of the hours and time put into clearing his woods of the invasive vegetation, Kroska’s daughters have even learned how to identify buckthorn.

“In the late fall, my girls are pointing to the tree lines as we drive down the road,” Kroska said. “Buckthorn is easy to identify because the leaves are the last to fall while all the other trees are bare.”

The invasive species is not only the last to lose its leaves but also fight for the edge of the tree line because of the light.

“It is the worst brush there is because it grows every which way to reach for the sun,” Kroska said. “And, the seeds can germinate even years after falling off the branches.”

Buckthorn seeds can remain viable in the soil for up to 10 years, Mike said.

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start to grow and thrive. this kind of a feat might “Someone tackling not think they’re doing much until they start to look around and see a difference,” Kroska said. “They’re not going to see a difference overnight, but the key is to keep pecking at it and tackling this kind of a not over do it.”

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After four winters, Kroska’s hard labor has been minimized.

“I just have to go back and spray the regrowth and little stuff every year now,” he said. “Every time I go out, I know I’m making a difference. I can see 400 feet through my woods versus 40 feet through my neighbor’s woods.”

Kroska and his children may not see it in their lifetime, but the fruits of his labor will pay off when the saplings of native trees

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Upcoming training opportunities for small farmers C o n t i n u i n g education is an excellent way to stay up to date on the latest research and practices.

The University of Minnesota, along with several other organizations, are working hard to provide those opportunities to you. Here are a few of the upcoming training opportunities being offered in January.

Produce safety rule. The University of Minnesota Extension, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and other partners are hosting a Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule Grower Training in St. Cloud Jan. 15. Register at http://www.psp.tix.com.

Registration deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 7. Space is limited.

The day begins with check-in at 8:30 a.m. with the class running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Do not delay your registration. If your farm is not excluded or exempt from the FSMA Produce Safety Rule, at least one supervisor or responsible party from your farm must complete a training that uses FDArecognized curriculum or equivalent.

This course will satisfy this requirement. Fee includes training materials, lunch,

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refreshments and a certificate of attendance.

Fruit and vegetable pesticide safety. The University of Minnesota Extension Pesticide Safety and Environmental Education Program will offer a Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification workshop focused for fruit and vegetable growers.

Growers who are not certified but wish to learn more information on pesticide safety are also welcome to attend. This recertification workshop will take place from 1-4:30 p.m. Jan. 15 at the St. Cloud Regional Extension Office. This workshop is intended for individuals who are certified private pesticide applicators whose certification expires March 1.

Private pesticide

applicators are anyone using a restricted use pesticide on land they own or rent to produce an agricultural commodity.

Private applicators can attend this workshop for recertification instead of taking a test. Go to https://z.umn.edu/2020f ruitvegprivateapplicator recert to register so staff knows how many people to expect. Workshop payment will be taken at the door. Bring an official photo identification card, such as a driver’s license, passport or other official document and your private pesticide applicator certification identification card for workshop registration.

Walk-in registration will be taken as well, but preregistration is strongly encouraged.

Northern Growers and Marketers Conference.

The Northern Growers and Marketers Conference is hosted by the Minnesota Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association, the Minnesota Farmers Market Association and the Minnesota Apple Growers Association.

The conference brings together produce growers and farmers marketeers for sessions on fruit and vegetable

production, marketing and more.

This conference takes place at the Rivers Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud Jan. 1617. To register, go to https://www.mfvga.org/ registration.php.

If you have questions or would like additional information about any of these opportunities, reach out to your extension educator. Residents in Stearns, Benton and Morrison counties can contact Katie Drewitz at 320-255-6169, Ext. 1 or wins0115@umn.edu.

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The world’s underground sources they were also able to determine that of water, which 2 billion people rely on, some of those underground water are in serious trouble. supplies may be smaller than earlier Since 2003, researchers from the estimates. What is not known is how University of California Irvine have much water is in those aquifers. The been working with NASA scientists satellite data can only measure change using their Gravity Recovery and not volume.

Climate Experiment satellites to As for the Central Valley Aquifer, measure changes in aquifers. it is now estimated that over 100,000 They have concluded that, as the wells are tapping into it. With the result of increasing human demand continuing drought, many of those combined with global warming, 21 BY ROGER STROM wells are drying up and well drillers of the world’s 37 largest aquifers are The Business of Farming cannot keep up with the demand for beyond the tipping point and are being even deeper wells. On average, people drained faster than they can recharge. The Arabian and farms would normally rely on the aquifers for Aquifer System that serves more than 60 million about 35% of their needs, but during the California people is in the worst condition, with little chance drought that percentage increased to 65% and remains of recovery, followed by the aquifer under northern above average. Some experts predict California will Africa and the Indus Basin aquifer which supplies eventually have to get all of its water from an aquifer much of India’s water needs. that has been dropping 2 feet a year in some areas.

Jay Famiglietti, a water scientist at NASA’s Californians will not be the only ones to feel the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California, said the impact. That same aquifer supplies over 15% of the situation is quite critical. And, the water table is groundwater for the entire country. dropping all over the world.

Based on the NASA findings and predictions for Of those water sources for the United States, the future, maybe now is the time to reevaluate the California’s Central Valley Aquifer is in the worst spending of millions of dollars to see if there was condition. Also in trouble is the Atlantic and Gulf ever water on Mars. Money that would be better Coastal Plains Aquifer which is under the southeast spent on developing an economical and sustainable coastal states and down into Florida. The good news method of removing salt from ocean water, so we is the three aquifers supplying water for those of us can be assured of having enough water and food for in the middle of the country are actually in pretty future generations on the planet we are inhabiting. good shape. … just sayin’.

Not only have the water sources changed, but

On dairy farms, we talk about a lot of things, like efficiency, productivity, profitability and that magical spot where all of those things come together. A good example of this in the milking parlor.

A parlor that runs efficiently will have a high throughput and will maximize labor usage. BY EMILY WILMES Building on that, efficient University of labor will also lead to a calm MN Extension environment for cows which in turn stimulates milk flow and even production. Add to that the milk quality benefits of a well-run parlor, and profitability ties in to the whole system. Is your parlor running at its most efficient? Are tasks performed in the parlor helping your cows stay healthy and productive?

Let us review ways to keep a parlor in tip-top shape.

Think about the environment of the parlor itself. Is your parlor a place cows want to go? Is it clean? Is it calm and inviting? Things to consider in your parlor include cleanliness, noise levels and light. A clean parlor will help manage environmental pathogens and help keep cows and milkers healthy. A quiet, calm parlor will help stimulate milk letdown and reduce potential teat damage of milking machines pumping when little milk is coming out. Loud music or milkers yelling may cause adrenaline release in the cows which prohibits milk letdown. Lighting in a parlor is often overlooked but should not be underestimated. A well-lit parlor benefits the cows as they like to clearly see where they are going and what is going on. It also benefits employees as they are able to see the udder well and ensure its cleanliness.

Good lighting can also aid in the visual examination of milk when stripping the udder during prep.

Next, think about the management of the parlor.

How are cows brought in? How are they prepped for milking? How long does it all take? The flow of your parlor matters, from the moment that pump turns on to the moment it turns off. Cows should be brought in efficiently while still allowing them to move at a comfortable pace. Consider grouping cows by milking speed, or, at the very least, keep your slowest milkers until the end. While prepping cows, are all of the milkers (if there are multiple) doing the same thing? Is the prep pattern always the same? Is it timely? A quick review of important milking preparation times: - The teat skin surface requires 10-20 seconds of stimulation for optimum milk letdown.

- Teat dip should be on the teats for 30 seconds to effectively kill bacteria on the teat surface.

- Prep-lag time, or the time it takes from initial stimulation to attachment of the milking machine, should be 60-120 seconds.

Preparation of cows in a timely manner that allows for proper stimulation and contact time is crucial to a well-run parlor. It also has a direct impact on parlor throughput which is especially important in herds that run the parlor nearly 24 hours a day.

The environment and management of your parlor play critical roles in ensuring it is efficient, productive, and in the end, profitable.

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