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Love is all around this Valentine’s Day

Students lead the way during Black History Month and beyond

BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER INTERIM EDITOR

CIRCLE PINES — For students in the Centennial Students for Change club, Black History Month is more than looking back at great achievements in history: it’s recognizing that great achievements can also be made between homework, choir practice and extracurriculars.

This group of students has gone

above and beyond to promote equity, community outreach and mental wellness within the Centennial School District. The club was organized by students in 2020 around the time the murder of George Floyd spurred thousands of Americans into social action.

This year, more than 100 students have signed up for the club, and nearly 30 meet regularly to discuss and plan projects and

There are a lot of ways to express the love in the community this Valentine’s Day. Here are a few ways to celebrate with the ones you care most about in the time leading up to Feb. 14.

events. In addition to organizing fun activities throughout the year, the group also strives to make a meaningful difference in the school and in the community.

For club officer and senior Galjer Yangwaue, one project was very clear. In 2022, she became aware that menstrual products were not easily accessible to students who needed them.

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There’s nothing like fresh flowers in the depths of Minnesota winter, and local florist studio Moonflower Design has many ways to express the love this winter.

Award-winning florist Michelle Aldentaler operates Moonflower Design Studio out of her home in Lino Lakes. Her unique take on floral design includes personalized elements that are customized to fit the character of the recipient.

For Valentine’s Day, she is working on custom wooden boxes with four roses, as well as arrangements that include orchids and chocolatecovered strawberries. She frequently partners with Something Sweet by Maddie Lu, a confectionary business in Coon Rapids, to create unique offerings that delight the tastebuds as well as the eyes. The arrangements can be ordered via GrubHub, and they will be making deliveries all throughout the day on Valentine’s Day. She will also be offering “old school” arrangements of Valentine’s Day corsages and pinups, available by request.

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BeaterCross brings whirlwind fun to Hugo

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The Knight Riders Snowmobile Club like to keep things interesting—and put on a fantastic show at the “BeaterCross” snowmobile race Jan. 28.

Here are a few snapshots of the day’s fun.

Learn more about local snowmobiling at the Washington Star Trail Association website at https:// www.startrail.org.

HUGO POLICE REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents: • A motorist was warned for equipment violation and for possessing drug paraphernalia in a motor vehicle at 6:13 p.m. Dec. 28 in the area of Oneka Lake Blvd. N. and Greene Avenue N. after being pulled over for for equipment violation. During the traffic stop, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies observed used THC cartridges in the vehicle. A search of the vehicle yielded nothing further, however. THC cartridges are filled with cannabis oil.

• An adult male was arrested for DWI at 6:00 p.m.

Dec. 30 in the area of Heritage Parkway N. and Elmcrest Avenue N. after being pulled over for registration violation and driving conduct.

During the traffic stop, deputies noticed the driver was impaired and conducted standard field sobriety testing to gain knowledge as to why that could be.

• An unidentified woman was arrested for DWI at 3:34 a.m. Jan. 1 on French Drive N. and Fanning Drive N. after deputies took a complaint from an off-duty Oakdale officer and observed the vehicle’s driving conduct.

• A motorist was warned about smoking and having marijuana in a motor vehicle at 10:42 p.m. Jan. 1 in the 14000 block of Forest Blvd.

N., following a traffic stop for speeding. On contact, deputies detected the odor of pot and saw “shake” in the center console. (Lessthan-perfect marijuana scraps are known as “shake.”) A small jar of weed was also discovered in the glove box. The paraphernalia was seized and the driver released with a warning due to his cooperation.

• A resident in the 5000 block of 138th Street N. at 2:43 p.m. Jan. 5 reported her homeowner’s association for not plowing her driveway and street. When deputies drove by the residence, they observed that the driveway had been plowed, except for three inches that had accumulated on its surface after nearly a foot of snow had fallen over a three-day period.

The complainant told deputies that she needed to go out and pick up a prescription, and that if she were to get a blood clot and die, she would sue the association.

• Deputies banished a male from the American Legion in the 5000 block of 140th Street N. at 5:31 p.m. Jan. 5 after the establishment requested they “trespass” him from the premises.

• While describing a motorist’s behavior as “good,” deputies issued a written warning at 5:34 p.m. Jan. 6 in the area of Frenchman Road and Everton Avenue N. for using a cell phone while driving, following a traffic stop for failure to drive in a single lane due to distraction.

marked squad, who clocked the vehicle on radar at 79 mph. The driver admitted to going too fast.

• A northbound motorist was cited at 10:52 a.m.

Jan. 10 on Isleton Avenue N. and 136th Street N. for speeding 64 mph in a 55 mph zone by southbound deputies in their marked squad, who clocked the vehicle on radar at 71 mph after they noticed its high rate of speed.

The driver, who admitted to going too fast, said he was late for a meeting with his boss.

• An unidentified male was arrested for DWI at 3:02 p.m. Jan. 8 in the area of Forest Blvd. N. and Frenchman Road following a report of a driver slumped over at the wheel.

• A resident in the 6000 block of Egg Lake Road at 11:43 a.m. Jan. 11 reported receiving a phone call from an

• Deputies issued a written warning for speeding to a motorist at 9:42 a.m. Jan. 8 in the area of 170th Street N. and Ingersoll Avenue N.

The complainant said he knew it was a fraud and wouldn’t cooperate with the male.

• Four snowmobile operators were verbally warned at 2:57 p.m. Jan. 7 in the area of Highway 61 and 170th Street N. for not properly displaying the trail stickers they had bought.

• An unidentified motorist was arrested on multiple warrants at 5:56 p.m. Jan. 11 in the area of Frenchman Road and Forest Blvd. N. following a traffic stop for equipment violation.

• A motorist was issued a written warning for expired registration at 9:34 p.m. Jan. 8 in the area of Forest Blvd. N. and 165th Street N. after deputies observed the vehicle traveling on a public roadway without its rear license plate illuminated. During the traffic stop, deputies discovered that the tabs had expired in April 2022.

• Suspicious material reported being dumped into a dumpster in the 14000 block of Forest Blvd. N. at 6:12 a.m. Jan. 13 turned out to be just garbage.

When deputies arrived on scene, the male had wandered off and was eventually apprehended by Minnesota State Patrol officers.

• A motorist was cited at 12:18 a.m. Jan. 9 in the 8000 block of 170th Street N. for possessing drug paraphernalia in a motor vehicle.

• A landlord in the 4000 block of Rosemary Way N. at 11:54 a.m. Jan. 9 reported finding a glass one-hitter pipe on the floor as she was cleaning up after a tenant who had moved out. Deputies advised the complainant to simply throw away the pipe.

• A westbound motorist was cited at 6:16 a.m.

Jan. 10 on 170th Street N. and Ingersoll Avenue N. for speeding 64 mph in a 55 mph zone by eastfacing deputies on stationary patrol in their

unknown male claiming to be from the FBI, complete with identification number, saying that the complainant would be arrested if he didn’t get him $5,000.

• A Minnesota motorist was cited at 8:02 a.m.

Jan. 13 in the area of Frenchman Road and Everton Avenue N. for displaying tabs that expired in September 2022.

• A customer of a business in the 14000 block of Victor Hugo Blvd. N. at 10:16 a.m. Jan. 13 reported a male in his 30s who was wearing a hoodie for following her into the store and all around it. The male was seen driving a black Honda Accord.

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Please reduce taxes

UR MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE is in session with a very large surplus of more than $17 billion and is now working on ways to reduce it, or shall we say, finding ways to spend it.

The first concern in this 45th highest tax rate state is to reduce taxes. We have been overtaxed and that needs to be corrected to spur business and grow manufacturing.

I don’t think it makes sense to send out rebates only based on income, but rather provide a rebate to those who have paid the taxes.

We need to also consider if we spend About the a lot of this surplus for programs, they need to be funded every year and that Town will keep taxes high. A more practical Gene Johnson way is to retain a reasonable surplus, but reduce the basic tax.

Recently we learned that the legislature needs more funding for the light rail construction. They want to have the metropolitan area sales tax brought to 8%. There have been cost overruns on this project and someone has to be responsible for that. Maybe a portion of the surplus should go there.

I think currently in the Minnesota Legislature, now dominated by the Democrats along with the governor, there is legislation to eliminate taxing Social Security income, which has been long overdue. That’s a good step.

People who have paid income taxes and are not eligible because of their income should not be penalized by not receiving a state tax rebate if that’s going to be done.

I know with inflation a lot of people find their incomes are less than expenses. It’s not easy budgeting.

What this process and plan looks like is an indirect way of paying for votes. There are things in Minnesota that need change, but a lot of politicians know how to figure this out. They want to be reelected, and what better way is there than to hand out money.

We need to reign in excessive spending and update our tax system.

This is a critical time and a good time to do it, but as citizens and taxpayers you will need to let your senator and representative know how you feel about this.

GASOLINE PRICES ARE creeping up again. That’s part of our inflation problem. I think it’s unfortunate that our government policies are pushing us prematurely to electric vehicles when we have so much oil and natural gas in our country.

Emissions have improved, but it’s an expensive program to get charging stations set up along the highway systems. Our infrastructure and power grid needs an overhaul. Our automobiles have become more efficient with their engines and reducing weight, thus adding miles per gallon.

I think we should continue to research new energy concepts and phase them in gradually and voluntarily, and not use legislated deadlines like California. The American people aren’t stupid. When they see that it’s practical, they will consider hybrid electric cars and full electric vehicles that can get to 400 plus miles before recharging.

QUOTE FROM A. W. Tozer: “…in a fallen world such as this the very ability to change is a golden treasure, a gift from God of such fabulous worth as to call for constant thanksgiving.

For human beings, the whole possibility of redemption lies in their ability to change…In the working out of His redemptive processes the unchanging God makes full use of change and through a succession of changes arrives at permanence at last.

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Maintaining a small-town feel in a growing city

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f you live in or near Centerville, it’s easy to recognize the changes which are quickly occurring. Our small city is thriving and growing. For some, this new growth is exciting; it represents many years of planning and waiting. The new growth represents an even greater opportunity to develop and provide amenities to those who Movers & proudly call Centerville Shakers home.

Many of us feel excited, while others may feel apprehensive, but Centerville has the tradition, character, and people to allow for growth while maintaining the feel of a small town. Centerville is a place where growth as well as warmth and safety are abounding. We are a city which strives to diversify its tax base while also making the single-family homeowner feel pride and ownership in their city.

Centerville is a place you can safely raise a family and run a successful business. Centerville fully embodies the motto of “Stronger Together.”

I’ve seen people investing in our

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community by getting involved.

Openings and opportunities remain available. While you are sharing your skills and abilities, you have the chance to grow by interacting and seeing other talented people in action. Members of our Parks and Recreation committee as well as our Centerville Lions Club work hard to organize events throughout the year to bring people together and attendance has been phenomenal.

Events such as Fete de Lacs with a parade through town, Music in the Park, Movie in the Park, Skate Nights, Water Ski Shows, Main Street Market, Christmas in the Park and even the Annual Ice Fishing contest and others are events near and dear to Centerville.

Getting to know your neighbors is a key element of maintaining the small-town feel. I see Centerville residents frequently stopping to greet one another. It’s a regular occurrence to see neighbors pulling garbage cans up to homes of vacationing neighbors or calling to remind each other of open garage doors. I’ve seen citizens working to clear storm drains, shoveling out fire hydrants and digging out mailboxes to help one another. I’ve come across members of the community volunteering to pick-up trash or picking up random pieces blowing in the wind. It has been so fun to see neighborhood gatherings such as Night to Unite, Chili cook-offs and Food Truck

nights. I’ve felt the warmth of neighbors celebrating good times together as well as supporting each other through difficult times.

We have a fantastic trail system, which invites families to go for walks and greet others along the way. We are able to enjoy each other’s gardens, trees, and landscaping. It’s fun to see kids riding bikes, sledding, building snowmen and playing in the parks.

In the summertime, it’s hard to ignore the smell of grilling which fills the area. Seeing neighbors wave at each other with a warm smile as they drive by on the road is a common site, only found in small towns like ours.

As I think about small towns of the past, members of the community purchased their goods in the local shops and utilized local trades people to complete jobs they couldn’t do themselves. Families attended high school sporting events and had great pride in their local schools.

As I look at Centerville, I see a growing city while I also see neighbors and people with pride in their homes and their community.

The key element to maintaining the small-town feel is the people, it is you.

D. Love is the mayor of Centerville.

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VALENTINE’S DAY: Community love

Ruff Start Rescue Pet of the Week Marmaduke is a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix who acts like a giant puppy. He loves all people, he loves to play and he has a lot of energy. A home with a fenced yard would be perfect for him to run and explore.

Marmaduke is also social with other dogs, so a playmate or two would suit him well.

He is house-trained and he knows his basic commands, but a formal training program would

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Everyone wants a taste of something nice during the Valentine’s Day holidays. Boxes of chocolate are a given, but fresh-baked pastries and homemade desserts offer another way to appreciate the ones you love.

Kingdom Baking is a family-owned business offering a full selection of fresh-baked pastries, a coffee bar and breakfast and lunch menu. Kingdom Baking plans to host a special Valentine’s Day event from 6-9 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 11. There will be live music and a special variety of desserts, as well as a limited number of “Dessert for Two” specials.

Learn more about Kingdom Baking and the Valentine’s Day event at www. kingdombaking.com. Kingdom Baking is located at 10130 Sunset Ave. in Blaine.

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Wild River State Park Candlelight Trails, Center City

Those willing to drive a little way for a special occasion can visit Wild River State Park on Feb. 11. Visitors can enjoy 5 miles of winter trail illuminated by soft candlelight—a perfect way to celebrate Minnesota winter with friends, family or a special someone.

Visitors can choose to snowshoe, ski or hike, warm up next to a cozy bonfire and participate in other activities throughout the park.

Wild River State Park is located at 39797 Park Trail, Center City. Learn more at https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ state_parks/event.html?id=71331.

be a great activity for him and his new person or family. Marmaduke is affectionate, eager to please and very smart. He weighs about 83 pounds but still thinks he’s a lap dog. He likes to play fetch, go for car rides and play with toys. He is undefeated against stuffed toys with squeakers. They don’t stand a chance once he gets ahold of them.

Marmaduke would be a great addition to any active family. If you are interested in learning

more about Marmaduke or adopting him, please fill out an application at www.ruffstartrescue. org. Once your application is received, Ruff Start Rescue will contact you as soon as possible.

Minor injuries reported following plane crash in Washington County​ ​BAYTOWN TOWNSHIP – A pilot sustained minor injuries following a plane crash in rural Washington County early Saturday evening.

Just after 4:30 p.m., the Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from the pilot

of a single passenger aircraft who reported he had crashed in a field near 34th St. N. and Oasis Ave. in Baytown Township. The pilot advised he was the only occupant of the plane and was able to walk to the nearest road to meet responding deputies.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration. The pilot was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

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Plant a tree to replenish paper use

The White Bear Lake Environmental Club is selling saplings to raise funds for its 2023 Tree-Plenish event. Members of the community can purchase saplings that are native to the area, including common chokecherry, paper birch, and red maple, to plant in their own yards. The club’s goal is to sell enough saplings to help offset annual paper consumption at the high school. This year’s goal is to sell 440 saplings and plant them throughout the community to offset 528 lbs of carbon emissions.

Each sapling costs $5. The deadline to order saplings online is March 22 at bit.ly/WBLEC2023. Monetary contributions are also welcome.

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DNR BRIEF

DNR webinar covers bald eagles

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to tune in to an upcoming webinar that will discuss bald eagles.

The webinar is at noon Wednesday, Feb. 15. Lori Naumann, nongame wildlife outreach specialist, will discuss bald eagles in

available on the outdoor skills and stewardship page of the DNR website (mndnr.gov/ discover).

See page 8 of this week’s Citizen to learn more about the EagleCam and Nongame Wildlife Program.

Minnesota and the DNR EagleCam. For 10 years, the DNR Nongame Wildlife Program has managed a camera above an eagle nest, and the EagleCam has become an effective tool for sharing a view into the lives of Minnesota’s bald eagles.

The webinars are part of the DNR’s Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series.

Webinars are free, but registration is required.

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The White Bear Lake Conservation District (WBLCD) is looking for members to serve on its Lake Quality, Lake Utilization and Lake Education committees. Members serve one-year terms from April through March.

The deadline to apply is March 1.

Descriptions of each committee and application forms are available online at wblcd.org under the “About usBoards and Committee” section.

White Bear Lake Area Educators’ Teacher of the Year

Nominations are now open for the White Bear Lake Area Educators’ Teacher of the Year program.

Families, students, colleagues and community members are invited to nominate a deserving teacher today.

Nominations close at 4 p.m. on Feb. 10. Find complete information and nomination form as a District News post on the district website.

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WBLAS approves new high school social studies course will be open to all students interested in taking it.

The course will be similar to Ethnic Studies U.S. History, which is WHITE BEAR LAKE — A new social in its second year at North Campus studies elective is coming to White for sophomores and has grown in Bear Lake Area High School South Campus in the 2023-24 academic year in enrollment from its first year.

In other action, the school board: response to the popularity of its North • Approved the sale of the 2023A Campus counterpart. general obligation facility maintenance The course, Ethnic Studies World bonds in the amount of $33,415,000. J.P. History, will be an optional, full-year Morgan was the winning bidder for the class in which students learn about sale, with the lowest true interest rate global history through a lens of racial of 2.66%. The district received 18 bids equity and social justice. overall for the sale.

“Students will gain a deeper • Approved the board members’ understanding of how the social, compensation for 2023, the levels for economic, intellectual and political which remain unchanged since 2018. contributions of these communities The board chair and clerk will each directly connect from prehistory to receive $5,450; the vice chair and 1500 C.E., through colonization, to our present global reality,” according to the treasurer will each receive $5,250; and all other members will each receive course description. $5,050.

Ethnic Studies World History is • Approved the board’s regular intended to be “highly collaborative meeting and work session schedule and personal” and develops students’ through August 2024. Regular meetings critical analysis, reading, writing and will occur on the second beginning Monday of the communityads leadership skills. The classTIME, MDAN to run ONE the week won’t have any prerequisite classes and month, and work sessions on the fourth

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Monday of the month except during the months of June, July and December, when no work session is scheduled. The March 2024 regular meeting will be held on the first Monday of the month due to spring break, and the May 2024 work session will be held on the third Monday of the month due to Memorial Day. • Appointed Board Member Kathleen Daniels as White Bear Lake Area School’s representative to Intermediate School District 916 board for 2023.

• Appointed Matthew Mons as the district human rights officer; Alison Gillespie as the Title IX coordinator; and Lisa Ouren, as the district Americans with Disabilities Act/504 coordinator.

• Appointed Wayne Kazmierczak as the 2023 Local Education Agency (LEA) representative for the purpose of reviewing and approving documents required for compliance to federal programs included in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).

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• Approved Bremer Bank, the Minnesota School District liquid asset fund and US Bank as the district’s official depositories for 2023.

• Appointed the White Bear Press as the district’s legal publication for 2023.

• Approved an annual resolution increasing the district’s micropurchase threshold to conform to statute.

• Approved the school board’s operating procedures for 2023.

• Approved board policies related to bullying prevention, acceptable use of electronic technologies, immunization requirements, homeschooling, assessment of student achievement, staff development for standards and transportation of nonpublic school students.

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DATED: January 9, 2023, BY THE ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Michele Lindau, City Clerk, City of Hugo, MN Published two times in The Citizen on January 26 and February 9, 2023.

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PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The Hugo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 7:00 pm in Hugo City Hall to consider the following requests: A request from Bradley Investments Forest Blvd, LLC c/o Jay Smigielski, 711 Smith Ave. S, Saint Paul, MN 55107, for a conditional use permit amendment. The existing CUP for the property located at 16028 Forest Blvd. N. allows for the exterior and interior storage of materials. The requested amendment to the CUP is to continue to allow for exterior storage, and for a change in the type of materials stored on site. The primary use of the property will be The consistent with the existing use allowed under the CUP. The property is genThe Minnesota erally located west of Highway 61 and north of 159th Street, legally described Minnesota as all that part of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4) of Section 8, Township 31, Range 21 West, Washington County, Minnesota. Full legal description is available at City Hall.

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SPOTLIGHT CENTERVILLE ANNUAL SKATE/SLED NIGHT

When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 Where: Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 6970 LaMotte

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Details: Community event with ice skating, sledding,

snowshoeing, kick-sledding, hot cocoa, popcorn, s-mores, bonfire and more. Free.

Contact: centervillemn.com

CONSERVATION PRACTICES FOR FARMS OF ALL SIZES When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N. Details: Experts from the Comfort Lake-Forest

Lake Watershed District (CLFLWD) will provide an introduction on various conservation practices and the funding resources that are available for implementing them. Free; registration required.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

SLEDDING PARTY

When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Oak Shore Park, 12790 Exhall Ave. N., Hugo Details: Community sledding event hosted by the City

Families warm up around the bonfire at Skate/Sled Night.

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of Hugo. Bring a sled. Cocoa and cookies provided.

Contact: 651-762-6342 or ci.hugo.mn.us

When: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Pine Point Regional Park, 11900 Norell Ave. N.,

Stillwater

Details: Experience the ancient wellness practice

When: 11:30-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino

tracks, and discover hidden homes beneath the snow.

Registration required.

Contact: ramseycounty.us

Details: Monthly program for adults includes

HUGO SENIOR CLUB

Lakes

of Japanese forest bathing (Shinrin-Yoku), which includes immersion in the natural setting to reduce anxiety and enhance focus. Register online.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us/parks

presentation on local natural or cultural history.

Free.

Contact: 763-342-3350 or anokacountyparks.com

GUIDED BIRD HIKE

When: 12:45 p.m. Thursday Feb.16; and the 1st, 3rd and

When: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Pine Point Regional park, 11900 Norell Ave. N.,

Stillwater

Details: Learn to identify the birds that call the St.

Croix Valley home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with the guide. Trail conditions vary. Free with parking permit.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us/parks

VALENTINE’S WEEKEND COMEDY SHOWS

When: 6:30 and 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Running Aces, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Headliner Jessi Campbell, featuring Rick Logan, and hosted by Daniel Williams. Dinner option available.

Contact: 651-925-4600 or runaces.com

GALENTINE’S DAY

When: Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Twist on ladies night out with a Valentine’s

Day theme. Promotions and giveaways at local businesses and restaurants.

Contact: downtownwhitebearlake.com

WINTERFEST

When: Feb. 13-20 Where: Stillwater Details: Annual community-wide celebration of all

things winter. Events include specials at restaurants and shops, live music, Parka Pub Crawl, bags tournament, indoor winter market, raffle, purse Bingo, drag brunch, “Stillwater’s Got Talent” talent show, and fireworks. See event schedule online.

Contact: StillwaterU.com

HUGO SENIOR CITIZENS PLAY “500”

5th Thursday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, east end of Hugo Public Works building, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Games begin at 12:45 p.m. Refreshments and coffee served. All senior citizens from the area invited.

Contact: 651-592-0369 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo.com

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CHORAL RECITAL

When: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church

1851 Birch St.

Details: Public is welcome to attend a free concert with

When: 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20; the 3rd Monday of every

month

Where: Rice Lake Centre, east end of Hugo Public

Works building, 6900 137th Street N.

Details: Monthly meeting followed by afternoon of

games. Refreshments served.

Contact: 651-592-0369 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo.com

GETTING STARTED WITH NATIVE PLANTS

When: 3-5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N. Details: Presentation by Comfort Lake-Forest Lake

Watershed Conservation District will introduce native plants in the area, address common misconceptions, and provide local resources to help you start your own native plant project. Registration required.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

acclaimed tenor Johnnie Felder and the chancel choir of WBLUMC to celebrate Black History Month.

Contact: 651-429-9026 or wblumc.org

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HORSESHOES ON ICE

When: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m.

When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 Where: White Bear Lake VFW, 4496 Lake Ave. S. Details: Double-elimination tournament. Sign up 9:30-

11:30 a.m.

Contact: 651-426-4944

STEM SATURDAY: SMELLY SCIENCE

When: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N. Details: Kids ages 8-12 can learn about the digestive

system, test sense of smell with real foods, and make slime. No registration required.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

PARENT-CHILD SNOWSHOE TREK

When: 10-11:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, White Bear

Township

“NOISES OFF”

Sundays, through Feb. 12; 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6

Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave.,

White Bear Lake

Details: Comic play performed by Lakeshore Players

Theatre.

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

EXHIBIT: “PAYTON SCOTT RUSSELL. ARTWORK. RETROSPECTIVE. 40 YEARS.”

When: Through March 3 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Renowned Minneapolis-based graffiti artist

famous worldwide for his depiction of George Floyd exhibits artwork spanning his lifetime, including work with his company, SPRAYFiNGER. Contact: whitebeararts.org

Details: Go off trail with a naturalist, follow animal

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Deadlines: White Bear Press and Vadnais Heights Press by 5:00 p.m. Thursday prior to publication date.

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Raptor love: a look inside the nest of two Minnesota bald eagles numbers since they were dangerously threatened by hunting and chemical pollutants in the midST. PAUL—Hearts, 1900s, but these birds are flowers and chocolates are a charismatic face for staples of Valentine’s Day the Nongame Wildlife for humans, but for the Program, which works bald eagles on the DNR’s to conserve other EagleCam, expressions threatened species in of love consist of shapely Minnesota. twigs and morsels of fresh Sometimes, it seems fish. that people love eagles February is the month more than eagles when eagle parents are love each other. The getting ready to produce EagleCam is not always the next generation of family-friendly viewing, high-flying predators. and the DNR gives a Their teamwork as they warning that the lives protect the nest from of wild eagles can often predators, incubate eggs PHOTOS BY MINNESOTA DNR NONGAME WILDLIFE PROGRAM be brutal and difficult to and hunt for food in the icy Eggs are laid a few days apart, which means some eagle Eaglets grow rapidly as they are fed a diet of pure protein, watch. winter conditions are true chicks start off with an advantage of being larger than their often bits of fish and mammals caught by their parents.

Many chicks don’t #couplegoals. siblings. make it through the “They tend to stay difficulties of life in together; you could say the nest. Eggs usually until death do us part or hatch a few days apart, until a better mate comes resulting in varying in,” said Lori Naumann, sizes between siblings, spokesperson for the and it’s rough to be the DNR Nongame Wildlife littlest. Siblings have Program, which manages been known to peck at the nest camera and each other and even livestream. “They have push each other out of a stronger fidelity to the the nest. In some cases territory than they do to where food was in short their partner. If they feel supply, eaglets and even this is a great territory, adult eagles have eaten with a great food source the weakest member of year round, they will the aerie. defend their territory and Adults face many it is a coveted site.”

Millions of people from challenges as well— Minnesota and beyond in recent years the enjoy an up-close view of territory has been in Adult bald eagles are recognizable for the clean white This pair of eagles is the star of the show on the DNR’s these behaviors in real a shakeup as first one head and tailfeathers, but it can take up to five years for an Nongame Wildlife EagleCam. The female eagle, left, can be time through the DNR male disappeared, then adult to grow into this appearance. Juvenile eagles will look identified by her larger body, beak and talons. Most raptor EagleCam livestream. The chocolate brown with streaks of white feathers all over their another, with avian females tend to be about 1/3 larger than their male counterEagleCam first started in bodies until they grow into mature plumage. influenza as the suspect. parts.

2013, and is celebrating its Not to mention, eagles “They are rabid followers, and they are very 10-year anniversary this year. like to eat some things that people consider cute and passionate about this particular nest,” Naumann Watching the feed, one might catch the female fuzzy—and sometimes when they arrive in the nest, said. “Some of the people watch the camera moving sticks around, prepping the nest for eggs that they aren’t quite dead yet. constantly. It amazes me how much they catch.” will come along sometime in mid-February. Eagle “It’s usually very bloody and gruesome,” Naumann There are a few privileged photographers who were nests are massive structures, built high out of reach said. “But viewers who have been watching a long aware of the nest before it had a camera in it, and of ground predators and added to year after year. The time get accustomed to that, and they get excited they still visit the site to take photos. Each year they male and female know just how to divide their roles, when food comes into the nest. It’s tough to watch produce a calendar of photos that they sell to benefit the female incubating eggs at night while the male sometimes, but one of the things is that people have the Nongame Wildlife program. sits close by defending the territory. realized that this is nature. They’ve become a little bit The popularity of the nest cam skyrocketed during “He’s paying attention to what’s going on in more accustomed to it.” the pandemic, Naumann said. People were looking to the whole area while watching over her as well,” If all goes well, EagleCam viewers can expect eggs connect with nature and keep themselves entertained to arrive sometime in mid-February. After that, the Naumann explained. “He will jump down and they both will weave the sticks together which strengthens at home. When the chicks hatched in March of parents will incubate the eggs for about 35 days. In 2020, there were viewers from 150 countries and all the pair bond, shows them the other one is a good March, there should be a few fluffy nestlings opening 50 states. The stream is used frequently in school partner, they know how to be an eagle, and they are their beaks wide to accept deliveries of bits of fish and curriculum and in spaces such as care centers and trusted to provide food and protect the nest.” animal protein from their hardworking parents. meeting rooms, where it adds a touch of the wild.

As scientists, the DNR has to be careful not to The exact location of the nest is kept secret to Recent research has even suggested that exposure anthropomorphize, even though fans of the eagles protect the birds from disturbance, but anyone can to livestream wildlife cameras can help improve love to do so anyway. Members of the Friends of the swing by the nest virtually. Visit the EagleCam at quality of life and promote a deep love of conservation www.dnr.state.mn.us/features/webcams/eaglecam/ Minnesota Nongame EagleCam Facebook page call in viewers. Eagles have bounced back to healthy the current pair Nancy and Beau. index.html.

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STUDENTS LEAD: Centennial club strives for change in the community FROM PAGE 1

“I knew Students for Change was a place for change, and I know a lot of students probably go through that same issue as me,” Yangwaue said.

She brought the idea to the group, who wrote a proposal together and presented it to the principal. Club members personally stocked the bathrooms with period products for any student who needed them.

This project has continued in 2023, and the club is currently working with the district to find permanent budget funding to continue this support for students.

Club members are also involved in a mentorship program in partnership with Centennial Middle School, which now has its own Students for Change organization.

“Having figures who are older and assumedly wiser, who have gone through a lot more, having a figure you can see yourself in, that type of feeling is really important for kids that are still growing and finding their own place in their communities,” said club officer and senior Michelle Li. “It’s good that we can support them.”

“Middle school is already a very insecure place where people don’t really know themselves, so if we look like them and we are leaders in our community, they look up to us in a way,” officer and senior Naasifaayee Bula added.

Several of the students mentioned Black History Month as being an

especially good time to push back against microaggressions—or casual day-to-day comments that perpetuate racial stereotypes in subtle but harmful ways.

“The thing about microaggressions is when you’re younger, you don’t know what you’re hearing,” said club officer and senior Yani Getachew.

“It can affect you a lot, and then that affects you more as you grow older and you internalize those comments.

That’s why people who can see what’s happening should stand up to it and be able to speak up about it.”

These conversations are important year-round, but Black History Month is a great time to ramp up the excitement for the celebration of Black culture.

During February, the club is working on connecting with other students during advisory periods at school. Club officers have created a trivia game about notable figures in Black history to test the knowledge of their fellow students.

“It’s more interactive. They can have a fun way to learn instead of just being shown a PowerPoint or a video,” Bula said.

Club members will also selling “Candy for Change” candygrams, which students can send to each other during the week of Valentine’s Day. The big event on the radar is the Culture Fair, which will take place May 20 at Centennial High School. The whole community is invited to come

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Members of the Centennial Students of Change Club. Back row, from left: Naasifaayee Bula, Maya Ahmed, Will Kalvin. Front, from left: Michelle Li, Galjer Yangwaue, Yani Getachew

and meet new people, experience the traditions of other cultures and enjoy food, games and performances from across world cultures. Guests can fill out a passport as they visit booths and make their way through the fair.

Last year’s event showcased performances by traditional Oromo dancers and a K-pop dance crew. The club hopes to put together an even more diverse lineup for the 2023 event.

The rear parking lot of the school will be reserved for food trucks. Last year’s

vendors included El Pariente and Café Cairo.

The club has a growing social media following, and invites the community to follow along on Instagram at @ centennialstudentsforchange.

“It’s a way for the community to be with us through this process,” “We are a club for change. It’s studentrun, and it’s community-based,” Bula said.

FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH Naasifaayee Bula Q: How do you plan to celebrate during Black

History Month 2023? Is there anything you’re looking forward to?

A: How I plan to celebrate is basically keeping up the impacts we make as a group. Keeping working on the Culture Fair, keeping up with spreading everything that we want people to know about Black history, telling people about all these Black icons. I’m working with Sharing Caring Hands in Minneapolis and I want to target minorities, mostly immigrant minorities, by helping Black voices and giving them resources. And keeping up with my cultural duties I try to do every week—I go to my cultural church and help out with leadership there. Just being more inclusive in my community here.

Maya Ahmed Q: What do you recommend community

members do this year to enjoy and engage in Black History Month?

A: Some people lack the skills to engage with their neighbors. They know Black History Month is appreciating individuals who identify as Black, but I feel as if those who live in a community that has diversity should step out of their doors and go and learn. It’s not that hard to go have a conversation with your neighbor. It’s small steps—just going and looking for the information.

And if you have social media, take the time to educate others.

one person you wish more people knew about?

A: Chinua Achebe, the author of “Things Fall Apart.” It’s a really good book. It’s tough but enjoyable. There’s a lot of critique on missionary involvement and how that has affected culture.

He’s had a pivotal place in African literature and it’s the most widely, studied, translated and read African novel. I want to learn more about him because he explores the concept of identity and how colonialism has affected that.

Galjer Yangwaue Q: What are some elements of Black History that

are special in your life, and why?

A: What’s really great about Black History Month is that I think a lot of POC people can also be a part of the celebration. It’s really special because it’s a month for everybody to come together and unite with a similar understanding of experiences. Even though everybody has a different history and background, I think we can all relate with each other because we are all POCs in the United States. The special element in my life would just be community and celebrating Black History Month with everybody and my friends.

Will Kalvin Q: How do you plan to celebrate during Black

History Month 2023? Is there anything you’re looking forward to?

A: In 2020 I saw a lot of anger online about how people took information, those huge events that happen. Some people pick up books while other people actually go out and try to do something.

Now that I’m older I would actually love to try to be part of a march or a movement or a parade if it’s happy. I’d love to be part of that instead of just picking up a book and be there physically.

Yani Getachew Q: What are some elements of Black History that

are special in your life, and why?

A: For me, coming from the Ethiopian region, one thing I’m really proud of is that Ethiopia as a country is the only country that’s never been colonized by white people, and we won the war against the Italians. That’s something I’m really, really proud of. Not February but March is when we celebrate that as a country. Those specific moments in history when white people didn’t win are kind of the moments I focus on during Black History Month.

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Take Action Towards Better Heart Health • Maintain positive, close relationships.

• Increase your physical activity.

• Get quality sleep and reduce stress.

• Stop smoking. Social supports can help you quit.

• Maintain a healthy weight.

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Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet A healthy diet low in sodium and saturated fat is key to heart disease prevention. Try the highly rated Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan: • Eat vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

• Eat fish, poultry, beans, nuts, vegetable oils and fat-free or lowfat dairy products.

• Limit sugar and other sweeteners.

Going out to eat or ordering takeout? Some tips: • Nix all-you-can-eat meals.

• Split a meal.

• If you get fast food, ask for a salad instead of fries, and don’t get the “deluxe” sandwich.

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Hugo resident competes for $1 million prize on “Survivor” HUGO — A Hugo resident will soon be in the national media spotlight as a contestant on the 44th season of the CBS game show “Survivor.”

Thirty-five-year-old Carolyn Wiger of Hugo was recently announced as one of 18 cast members on the long-running competitive reality series.

Wiger works as a drug counselor with Washington County and is the daughter of former Minnesota Sen. Chuck Wiger. In a media press release, she shared her reasons for wanting to join the cast of the show.

“I want to share my story,” she said. “I want to bring the hope. Addiction looks different for everybody and recovery does too. ‘Survivor’ is so much more than a game to me. It’s the human interactions, the growth and the fun! Of course, I want to be a part of that!”

Here are a few questions she answered prior to the filming of the show.

Q: What’s one life experience you feel has prepared you for the game?

A: Overcoming my addiction and learning how to forgive, love and accept myself. Active addiction is mental and emotional torture. It took me years to realize my mistakes don’t define me. I’ve worked hard to become this person I am proud of. I know this game will break me down, but I am strong, resilient and, most importantly I believe in myself!

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My mom and dad. My mom is the most selfless person I know. She’s my rock and never hesitates to help, even when her own needs are pushed aside.

My dad dropped out of school and joined the circus.

He decided to turn his life around so he went back to school, got a law degree and was elected into the Senate. He believed in me when I didn’t believe in me and pushed me to do better no matter what my past looked like.

Why will you be the Sole Survivor? Because my authentic connections will win me the game!

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Bears get payback win and Oil Can Trophy

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White Bear Lake reversed an earlier loss to Stillwater, defeating the Ponies 67-50, led by Jack Janicki’s all-around play, solidifying their hold on second place in the conference.

“It’s a big win for us in the conference and for section seedings, too,” said coach Gregory Burke, mindful of getting a playoff game at home, which the Bears have earned just once in the last 11 years.

In the Suburban East, East Ridge is 11-0, the Bears 9-2, and Stillwater 7-4

for the top three spots among nine teams. The Bears are 11-5 overall and Stillwater 11-7.

“We played very well. We had a great first half and we did a good job on Max,” said Burke.

Max Shikenjanski, who averages 28 points and had 22 when the Ponies beat the Bears 57-43 in December, was held to 17 points this time. The senior guard sat for almost nine minutes in the first half, Burke said, not knowing what the reason was.

Janicki, the Bears four-year scoring leader who missed the first Stillwater game with an injury, provided 22 points, five rebounds,

and five assists before fouling out.

He had 18 in the first half as the Bears took a 30-21 lead.

Wyatt Hawks sank 17 points, nabbed 12 rebounds and made five assists. Jack Misgen had 17 points (7for-8 on free shots) and a season-best eight rebounds. “So we had really good games from our big three,” Burke said.

The Bears thus regained the Old Oil Can trophy, a traveling prize from the pre-World War II that was revived this year by Stillwater coach Brady Hannigan.

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Jack Janicki, shown in an earlier game, led the 67-50 win over Stillwater.

COUGAR SPORTS BRIEFS GIRLS BASKETBALL

After Elk River snapped a four-game win streak by Centennial 48-41 last Monday, the Cougars got back in the W column against Champlin Park 63-44 on Wednesday. The Cougars are 12-8 overall, 10-3 in conference. Elk River (14-5) had Jordan Langbehn with 14 points, Kayla Christy 12, and Ella Johnson 11. The Elks held the Cougars to their low total of the year. Marisa Frost sank 11 points and Macey Littlefield 10. The Cougars were 0-for-14 on three-pointers. The Elks were 2-for-15 on three’s but 20-for-26 on free shots. Against Champlin Park (8-9), Littlefield led the attack with 20 points and seven rebounds. Frost notched 12 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Jordan Metz added 12 points, and Autumn McCall nine points and 11 rebounds. The Cougars dramatically improved on three’s, going 9-for-17. Reese Engebart had 12 points and Ava Holman 10 for the Rebels.

BOYS HOCKEY

Centennial journeyed to Duluth East last Tuesday and lost to the Greyhounds 7-4, then drubbed a pair of conference opponents, during a busy week. The

Cougars are 12-7-1 overall and 10-4 in conference. In Duluth, the score was 2-2 after two periods but the hosts drilled five goals in the third. Cole Christian had three goals for the Greyhounds (14-6-1).

Cougar goals came from Brock Carls, Nick Carls, Austin Petersen and Harper Searles. Centennial downed Osseo 8-0 on Thursday, led by Peyton Blair with two goals and two assists. Scoring a goal each were Tanner Graczyk, Hayden Frank, Casey Coenen, Brock Carls, Searles, and Drake Ramirez. Goalie Gavin Schahn stopped 10 shots by the Orioles (10-11). At Anoka (3-18) on Saturday, Centennial took a quick 2-0 lead on short-handed goals by Searles and Ramirez and went on to win 11-1. Searles finished with four goals. Blair, Sam Menne, Nick Carls, Petersen, Palmer Lemay, Anders Wessman, and Ramirez had one each.

BOYS BASKETBALL

Centennial has a 3-14 record after losing two conference games last week. Elk River (7-9) edged Centennial 69-67 on Monday evening, led by Cade Osterman with 30 points. Centennial got 24 points from Ty Burgoon. Jack D’Agostino and Jackson

Driessen added 11 points each and Josh Lee 10. Champlin Park (5-10) downed the Cougars 75-64 on Wednesday evening in Champlin. Molly Komara sank 17 points and Luke Graff 14 for the Rebels (5-10).

Burgoon and D’Agostino each netted 15 points and Henry Pirner added nine.

GIRLS HOCKEY

Centennial/Spring Lake Park closed the regular season 18-6-1 after shutting out two conference opponents last week, then losing to a hot goalie at Blake. The Cougars were 8-4-1 in the Northwest Suburban for fourth place. They edged Elk River 1-0 on Tuesday as a first-period goal

by Lauren O’Hara (assisted by Hannah Thompson and Katie Ball) stood up, with Kaitlin Groess making 20 saves. The Cougars blanked White Bear Lake 4-0 on Thursday on goals by O’Hara, Thompson (power play), Ella O’Hearn and Jayce Chatleain and 22 saves by Gross. On Saturday, Blake goalie Janie McGawn stopped 45 shots, with Teagan Kulenkamp getting one past her, and the Bears (14-12) beat the Cougars 3-1. Ani Fagley, Sam Broz, and Samantha Negard (empty net) scored for Blake. Groess made 20 saves.

BOYS WRESTLING

Centennial has a 14-13 record after last week’s matches and will close the regular season Tuesday in a quad at White Bear Lake. The Cougars lost to Andover 43-21 on Thursday. They lost to Park 49-30 and beat Irondale 53-15 on Friday. Marcus Whiting, junior co-captain, has won 11 of his last 12 matches, seven by pin. He beat No. 9 ranked Tramaine Davis of Andover.

His lone loss in that span came against No. 3 Quin Morgan of Mounds View.

SWIMMING

Centennial officially placed fifth in the Northwest Suburban by defeating Blaine 97-81 in the crossover match Thursday.

The Cougars finished dual meets 5-2.

Event winners were George Atkinson (200 freestyle), Max Scheurer (individual medley, breaststroke) Joseph Murray (50 free), Gavin Manthei (diving), Max Larkin (butterfly), Benno Schuhbauer (500 free), Caleb Cregen (backstroke) and all three relays. Next is Section 7A set for Feb. 23-25 in Coon Rapids.

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Cretin-Derham Hall fended off White Bear Lake 3-2 in a duel for the conference at TCO Sports Garden.

Aiden Welch scored for the Bears (14-5 overall) in the first period. The Raiders (15-7-1) took a 2-1 lead in the second period on goals by Max Anderson and Jake Fisher (short-handed). Nolan Roed tied it 2-2 with a short-handed goal for the Bears (14-5) at 10:26 of the third period. Fisher quickly regained the lead for CDH with a power play

goal at 11:53. Bears goalie Leo Gabriel stopped 31 of 34 shots. CDH’s Marco Cerise stopped 23 of 25. The Bears also beat Champlin Park (14-6) 6-3.

Welch pumped in three goals and Jack Stanius, Roed and Brady Borgestad one each. Gabriel made 31 saves. The Bears are 7-2 in the SEC.

GIRLS HOCKEY

White Bear Lake closed the regular season beating Mounds View/Irondale 3-1. The Bears, who lost to Centennial/

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Sam Menne is a third-year starting defenseman and a consistent point producer in a winning Centennial hockey program (12-7-1 this year, 45-18-5 in his career).

“Sam is a dynamic D-man who plays well in all three zones,” said his coach and dad, Ritch Menne. “He brings an intensity and physicality that make everyone around him better.” Menne has 20 assists and two goals this season. At 5-foot-9 and 180 pounds, he plays what the coach calls “a very heavy game,” while displaying clear rink vision and good puck movement. Menne also plays baseball for the Cougars.

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Spring Lake Park 4-0, take a 9-16 record into Section 4AA. They face Gentry Academy on Saturday at 4 p.m. at TCO Sports Arena. Scoring against MVI (6-16-1) were Elaina Hosfield, Madelyn Lee and Hailey Dawe (empty net).

MVI goalie Madeline Messier stopped 45 of 47 shots. Maya Marston made 24 saves for the Bears. Marston made 35 saves against CSLP (18-5-2) but the Cougars got four past her, and their goalie Kaitlin Roess foiled all 22 Bear attempts. The Bears are 5-11 in the Suburban East, tying for sixth among nine teams, with champ Stillwater going 16-0.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

White Bear Lake lost a key game in its only action last week, thumped by Stillwater 56-41. That snapped the Bears’ six-game win streak and a two-game streak against the Ponies. Stillwater blazed to an 18-4 lead, shooting 7-for-8 from the field and 3-for-4 at the line, and never let up. Six-footer Lexi Karlen dominated with 23 points and stellar post defense. Amy Thompson added 10 points. Jordyn Schmittdiel battled for 16 points for the Bears, mostly driving the lane, where it was difficult to get an open shot. Heidi Barber scored 11 points, all in the first half, shooting 3-for-4 on three’s. The Bears were otherwise ice cold from long range. The Bears are 16-4 overall and 10-3 in the SEC. Stillwater is 17-3 and 11-2. Both trail East Ridge (13-0) in the SEC. If the Bears stay in third place they’ll have to beat both of them in Section 4AAAA.

NORDIC SKI

White Bear Lake girls and boys each placed sixth among seven teams in the Suburban East Conference meet at Battle Creek Regional Park. Andrew Klier placed 14th (all-conference), Tanner Hoel 19th and Rodrigo Rubio 27th, among 41 entrants, to lead the Bear boys. Amelia Nachtsheim placed 20th and Irene Bakke 28th among 42 entrants to lead the Bear girls. In the girls tandem sprint competition, Madelyn Bystrom and Megan Ryan placed sixth. “While I would have liked to see both the girls’ and boys’ teams place in at least the fourth or fifth positions,” coach Doug Cran said, “I am satisfied with how the skiers skied and also how they have progressed over the season. Many put together their best races at the conference championships.” Stillwater was team champion in each.

GYMNASTICS

Led by Gracyn Lehner, White Bear Lake defeated Mounds View/Irondale 135.00 to 132.80. The Bears have a 3-4 record. Lehner won all-around (35.25), floor (9.45) and beam (9.025), and took second on vault (9.075). Josie Mlejnek was second on floor (8.865), beam (8.85) and all-around (34.10) and fourth on bars (7.875). Addy Mueller was third on bars (8.15), beam (8.55), and all-around (33.575), and fourth on vault (8.85).

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Centerville looks to fill vacant council seat CENTERVILLE — The city of Centerville needs to fill an empty seat on the City Council. Michelle Lakso, who ran unopposed during the 2022 election, has resigned her position on the council, and the city has opted to appoint an interim member to serve out her term until the next election can be held.

The city is currently seeking qualified candidates to apply for the vacancy.

Lakso was never sworn in for her 2023-2027 term. She explained that she recently experienced a lot of change in her personal life and chose to step away to focus on her family. She entered the last election when she saw no one had filed for the seat, and wanted to step in and make a difference when it looked like no one else would. Lakso previously served on the City Council from 2005to 2009.

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kids are able to be in good care.”

Lakso hoped the appointment process would encourage applications from citizens who might be interested in local government, but have avoided it due to the complicated nature of running an election campaign.

City Administrator Mark Statz explained that there is no immediate rush to appoint a candidate. The city could even ride out the next four years with a four-member council, but that would not be the ideal scenario, he said. The plan for now is to appoint a candidate to fill in for two years until the next general election. This option will save the city from having to organize a costly special election at an odd time of year when there is typically low turnout.

Two candidates have already been interviewed for the position, but the City Council chose to keep the application process open to extend the

ways, she noted, but also frustrating.

Many government spaces are heavily male-dominated, so it was important for her that there be some female representation on the Centerville council.

“One of the things we struggle with is that we don’t necessarily do a good job of trying to have a representative government,” Lakso said. “If you look at demographics, it’s not all people who are white and middle income.”

For many individuals, there are social and economic barriers to serving in local government. It can be a struggle for those from a lower socioeconomic class, or with a lot of extra demands on their time. Lakso saw firsthand the challenges of being a working mom serving in local government.

“You barely get off your computer for work, squeeze in dinner, and off to City Council,” Lakso said. “That’s if your

opportunity to more members of the community.

Statz said that the City Council would also like to see more representation of women on the council, but the council will select the best candidate for the job regardless of gender.

“The council members are just hoping to have just a larger slate of candidates, female or male,” Statz said.

“We’re happy with the candidates we had, but want to make sure we’re not rushing through it.”

The board will hear candidates again from 5 to 6:30 p.m. immediately prior to its Feb. 8 meeting. Eligible Centerville residents interested in serving their community in this way are invited to contact City Hall at 651-429-3232. They can also find an application form on the Centerville city website.

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Speciali her family surrounded by od neighbo He continu on Saturda Fairmo r LaReinest, ed in radio October nt, y 8th, 2022. at KSUM working MN then KYSM was born Sandi in account at KSUM, he chosein Mankato. While and had June 11th, 1956 ing career to pursue a passion Univers paintin an for ity while and attended g Mankat say that working making and jewelry o State he would full . She loved it wasn’t have continutime. He would creating enough later ed in radio, family, to support especia art for her family, which would except his and lly her children on to work LaReine grow to and grandch as an account five children ’s than twentyildren. Sandi by her mother . He went five years ant, ending was proceed Departm Lola with father for more ed in death Orval Frieler,Frieler, and years as ent of Revenue, the State of Minnes (Kendra serving Supervi children is survived by ota ), out-of-st sor of Corpora many of her (Kristin Natia Wilcek (Mat), Sean Lillibrid ate ), grandch te Auditin those Duane hadoffices.

Owen, Gavin ildren Jade Toby Lillibridge g of seven a heart Boy Scout ge and Parker, (Dylan) (Teresa , Autumn leader for for service, and ), siblings taught Bethel served as his sons’ Takemo Gary Frieler (Sue), David Frieler, to (Eric) troop. as a Second Bible Study and husbandPhilip Frieler, Visitatio for adults He also Cori the Americ Language. Duane Phillip and English October n and Celebrat Hoschet an Legion, ion 20th, 2022 was Mankat te.

VFW, and a member of 4:30 PM-7 of Life Thursda Jimmy’s o. After y, Event Center, moving PM Lake, Duane Swedish the Club of Vadnais of the Ramseyserved on and family to White Heights was elected Bear , MN County proud of his Swedish Cable Commis President family genealo sion. heritage and became He was After retiringgist.

Mariell the , Duane with the Eppolito Michaud Cable Commis continued (nee Lionmo his particip Pope) born Septemb sion, volunte bile driver, ation er Robbins ered as a year of 16, 1948. After dale Seniorserved as Member travelin Commis expired slow decline, of the g with peacefu Duane was wife LaReine sion, and enjoyed lly August 12, 2022. . precede Claus and Precede Ida (Zobel) d in death by d in death brother his parents her husband Bengtso s, by is surviveseven sisters, and n of Mankat Gene EppolitoMichael children d by wife LaReine one grandda o, six and parents ughter.

(Adams Mary and her St. Paul, Michael (Carol) ) Bengtso He Pope of Susan (Anders Bengtso n, White Bear.Ellis Wyomin is survive ) Bengtso n of North g, She SD; AmeliaMN; Charles William d by her bother Bengtso n Norwig of Bengtso C. Pope, n of Brando (Erik) Haltson n of Katelyn niece n of CrystalMinnetonka, MN; n, two great-gr (Chris), A. Salmon , MN; Heidi andchil grandne nephew dren, and five grandchildren, Harvey, phew s. many nieces and nephew A memori Mariell Kyle and al service be held service and her husbandW. Pope. to honor at industr Duane’s 2022 at 11 ELIM Luthera y. Operati worked in the Pizzeria life will n food at a few ng their after at am with a repast Church on October Paul. location Ma and Chester followin 22, s on the Pa Bird Americ Valley, MN. g immedi Eastside In her memory ately In lieu an Legion, of St. donatio their love , she asks Golden ns be made of flowers, the that everyon Cities. family request to Union request to family and e express Gospel Mission ed friends s with hugs. husband that she be laid Twin , to rest quietly She service. next to her parents with her with an informa l

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Ken Engel doesn’t use the word Holocaust.

“Holocaust originates from the ancient Greek word holokauston, which represented or recognized a sacred burnt offering and I will tell you that there was that was nothing sacred about the approximately 6 million Jews who were murdered in World War II,” Engle said.

The stories of Holocaust survivors transcend time and remind us of the constant need to be vigilant citizens and to stop injustice, prejudice, and hatred wherever and whenever they occur.

Engle is a member of the Speakers Bureau of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas/Tolerance Minnesota, the JCRC Middle East Speakers Bureau, and other platforms.

He has trained thousands of survivors, children/ grandchildren of survivors, community activists and lay members on how to effectively and comfortably share their stories.

Engle spoke at the Shoreview Community Center in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day last week.

There were approximately 9 ½ million Jews who lived in Europe when Adolph Hitler came to power on Jan. 30, 1933.

Engle said soon after World War II ended on May 7, 1945, there were only three million Jews left in Europe.

“Nobody can comprehend six million people,” Engle said. “It’s difficult to visualize.”

The Germans created a hierarchy which worked its way to less desirable people until you got to the lowest category which was the Jews. “And what that meant was if you were a Jew — it was defined by how many Jewish grandparents you had — the more hot water you would be in with the German state,” Engle said.

German law provided a three-step process to protect the German people against the Jews. These steps were as follows: • The right to an education and work.

• Take away the right to live where ever you wanted to live and were taken to a ghetto.

• Take away the right to live.

“You were marked for annihilation,” Engle said.

“Hitler’s plan was to take over the entire world.”

Engle asked the question — Why the Jews? Why did Hitler mark the Jews for annihilation?”

“Hitler’s reasoning for targeting the Jews was very clearly laid out in his autobiography, ‘Mein Kampf,’ which I encourage you to read,” Engle said. “He said (without any demonstrated factual thought) that Jews demonstrated an ecological, genetic and dire threat to the German people.”

Engle’s father’s survivor story

Engle’s father, Michael, was the oldest of seven children and lived outside of eastern Czechoslovakia Munkacs which is now part of Ukraine.

In March of 1939, the Germans occupied Czechoslovakia. The Jewish population was transferred to an abandoned shoe factory outside of Munkacs.

“Almost 15,000 Jews (including our dad) were stuffed into there and they were required to sew uniforms for the German army and basically fend for their life as best as they could,” Engle said. “Our dad was 20 when it started and worked as a slave laborer for 4 ½ years in Germany, Poland, Hungary and Austria building roads, digging in mines and working at factories. The German’s idea was to work every ounce out of the Jews and once they served their purpose, they would kill them as brutally as they possibly could.”

Engle’s dad was given leave once a year to go back and visit his family.

“The last time he saw his family was in December 1943 and whatever part of the shoe factory they were in, our dad gathered the family together and said, ‘Look, the war’s going to be over soon and they’re (the Germans) are going to lose. And when they do, all of us remember to assemble back to our family home that was taken away from us and we’ll figure out the next steps.’”

That never happened.

Out of the 15,000 Jews that started at the shoe factory, there were less than 11,000 left by March 15, 1944.

A group of trains was sent to the town square of Munkacs and all of the Jews that were left in the ghetto were lined up and led onto the trains.

“They were all shipped north and our dad was not on that train,” Engle said. “Besides one younger brother, all 42 members of our dad’s family were on these trains that went to Auschwitz and it took them

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When it comes to winter and your pets, one key safety tip is often overlooked, and it can often be found right on your garage floor. Keep your pets clear of leaked antifreeze!

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Ken Engle shares the story of his parents who survived the Holocaust in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day at the Shoreview Community Center.

A common chemical for our vehicles, antifreeze, is toxic to your pet. Make sure to monitor your garage floors for any possible leaks that your pet might find tempting (antifreeze is sweet tasting to pets).

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They were lined up and told to bring their belongings (one suitcase per person). Then they were sent to take a shower. Each group was told to take their clothes off and hang them on a rack and after they would “take the next step.”

“Out of the 42 members of our dad’s family, only two members, two of our dad’s younger sisters, were selected to go to the left to go get their clothes,” Engle said. “It was April 15, 1944 when members of our dad’s family were murdered.”

His dad had no idea what had happened to his family. In 1945, his dad was sent to a concentration camp in Austria called Mauthausen. After he was liberated, he remembered what his father had told him so he took a train back to Munkacs to reunite with his family.

Engle said someone on the train asked his dad if he was a Jew and he said, “yes.” Then they asked why would you remain a Jew after everything that’s happened to you people. After a long hesitation, his dad said, “After all of this, do you think I’m going to give it up now.”

He arrived back in Munkacs on June 5, 1945.

“He went to the family home which had been ransacked and he waited there for 30 days and nobody shows up, ” Engle said.

Meanwhile, Engle’s mother was liberated on April 15, 1945, and was sent to a hospital in Budapest. She was 22 years old.

“She weighed 58 pounds,” Engle said. “She was tattooed. Auschwitz was the only concentration or death camp run by the Germans where prisoners were tattooed and her number was 84922. When she was taken to the hospital, our dad found her and stayed by her side for six months.”

The couple was sent to a former concentration camp and waited for approval to immigrate to the U.S. Engle’s mother had an aunt and uncle who lived in New York City and agreed to sponsor them which was the only way to get approval.

“They were married in the camp and had two children in September 1946,” Engle said. “They took a boat across the Atlantic. They arrived in New York on March 17, 1949 — St. Patrick’s Day. My dad got onto dry land and saw a bunch of people in a park having a wonderful time and almost every person was wearing a shamrock button. Our dad bought a shamrock button that day and wore it every St. Patrick’s Day until two days before his death on March 19, 2010.”

Engle said someone asked his dad why he wore that button because St. Patrick’s Day isn’t a Jewish holiday. His dad said, “It was the best day of my life. It was the day I found my freedom.”

Many people may see their pet’s fur coat and assume that it’s perfect protection from the winter weather. But given the severe drop in temperature and windy conditions, your pet may be in danger of hypothermia if their body temperature falls below normal at this time. This drop in body temperature has the potential to lead to frostbite to your pet’s ears, paws and tail. Consider a sweater for your pet, especially if they are small or have short hair.

Blizzard conditions

Your pet should not be left outside alone if your area is experiencing blizzard conditions.

Blizzards can be scary and dangerous for pets, as their senses can be overwhelmed — leading to disorientation. Make sure your pet has proper ID (tags or microchip) in case they become lost.

Shelter

If possible, keep your pets indoors during extreme winter weather. If they are in an outside shelter, make sure that it is free of drafts. Also, keep the shelter well insulated with thick blankets and bedding for the comfort and safety of your pet.

Undernourishment/dehydration

Colder weather means your pet expends more energy to keep warm. Make sure to keep your pet on a balanced and healthy diet. Also provide plenty of water for proper hydration.

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