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Pass/no pass is White Bear Lake admin’s recommendation

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Teacher’s parade past students Teachers from Hugo Elementary and Oneka Elementary drove around neighborhoods in Hugo so they could see their students April 16.

Former Oneka Elementary Principal Teresa Dahlem even made an appearance. See more photos on page 15.

Despite some pushback from students and parents, the White Bear Lake Area High School administration recommended to install a universal pass/no pass grading system during distance learning this spring.

“Our intent at this time is to move ahead with pass/no pass, and we will seek affirmation of that plan by the board,” said Superintendent Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak on Friday, April 17. He referred to the school board meeting scheduled for Monday, April 20 (after press deadline).

The pass/no pass system was based on difficulties encountered by many students learning from home during the stay at home order because of the coronavirus pandemic.

“We had input from students on a survey given to them weekly on how SEE WHITE BEAR PASS/NO PASS, PAGE 7

Funeral homes continue to support families through pandemic Funeral services may look very different these days, but area funeral homes want the community to know that they are still there to help with the grief journey in any way they can.

About a month ago, funeral homes were told they could still host services with 50 people or fewer in attendance. If a majority of attendees were in the highrisk category for COVID-19,

that number went down to 10.

When Gov. Tim Walz initially issued the stay-at-home order March 27, funeral homes were told to stop offering services.

Over the following weekend, that restriction was eased so that funeral homes could continue to be open. Services, however, are limited to 10 people or fewer, a restriction that is in effect until May 4, but may be extended.

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In limbo in Lino: Couple plans wedding amid pandemic

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR

June 20, 2020 is the date that Lino Lakes couple Andrew Zimmerman and Shannon Lessard are supposed to say “I do” in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. Even though that date is fast approaching, the couple is still not sure if everything will go on as planned due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We have been coping by planning as if it’s still on and trying to get as much done as we can while we are home; DIY projects, working on our playlist, picking out our ceremony and vows and so on,” Lessard explained. Zimmerman added, “The most stressful part is the inability to know if it’s still going to happen.”

The couple met online in May 2014. They met for the first time in person at Lessard's job, where Zimmerman ended up working for a time. On Oct. 10, 2018, Zimmerman proposed to Lessard at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Nebraska. In May, they will celebrate their 6-year anniversary.

The 10/10/18 engagement date led them to choose the 6/20/20 date for their big day. They began planning in the fall of 2018, so most of the plans were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. The couple first started seeing an impact from COVID-19 when the stores started closing.

The first thing the couple did was reach out to their vendors that were already secured to confirm whether they could postpone the wedding if necessary and find out what that would entail. The main vendors like the venue, photographer and caterer said they were willing to reschedule. “That was a relief, especially since they were all so kind about it,” Lessard said. “A couple of the other vendors either didn’t respond or weren’t very clear, so that was definitely frustrating.”

Lessard has not been able to set up her dress alterations appointment, Zimmerman has not been able to pick up his suit and the bridesmaid dresses have been delayed because the warehouse is shut down. At this point, it is also unknown if they will be able to have a bridal shower, bachelorette party or groom’s dinner.

Making the summer décor has also been tricky, because if the celebration is postponed, it may be rescheduled to a different season depending on venue availability.

Of course, the couple has a Plan B. They plan to get married on June 20, 2020, as that date is special and significant to them. If possible, they would like to invite family and friends to celebrate with them at a one-year vow renewal reception. Lessard said they will likely make a final decision about which plan to pursue in mid-May. “It’s in the back of my mind that we may not be able to have our special day the way we have been planning, and that’s been weighing heavy on my mind,” Lessard said. Zimmerman added, “We are still getting married. That’s our plan no matter what; we just might not be able to have the celebration until later.”

PLANNING A WEDDING DURING COVID-19? HERE ARE FIVE TIPS TO KEEP YOU SANE: 1. Talk to your venue.

Talk to your venue and be transparent about what your concerns are so that you have a support system and can be ready to make the leap when the time is right.

2. Speak with your vendors.

You should have a transparent and honest conversation about your anxieties with each of the vendors on the topic of sanitization and what vendors are doing to keep themselves and their wedding party/ guests safe.

3. Keep everyone in the loop.

To avoid having to constantly field questions from family members and wedding guests, add a blurb to your wedding website/invitations acknowledging the coronavirus, and letting guests know you will keep them in the loop should any plans change.

4. Be considerate of your guests.

Really be considerate of your guests and try to give yourself a deadline to make a decision that allows for their comfort and peace of mind. Just as on the day of the wedding, you want your guests to feel taken care of, so giving them extra time to adjust or cancel their travel arrangements will be greatly appreciated.

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Andrew Zimmerman and Shannon Lessard are supposed to get married June 20. The couple is not sure if everything will go on as planned now thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to sending out a note regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and the possibility of plans having to be altered, Andrew Zimmerman and Shannon Lessard put a note at the top of their wedding website for guests.

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employees, such as the recreation supervisor, would be placed on furlough.

DeGardner said, “We are hopeful that if we go down this road, that by fall we will be back to normal programming.”

He also noted that the city will have to prioritize which areas it maintains for mowing.

“I have been the one to delay this inevitability. Realistically, I don't see anything happening in the next week, two weeks or three weeks that is going to change the course of what is going to be going on this summer,” he said. “I say we make the decision now and let people know, so they can make other plans.”

Mayor Rafferty and councilmen Stoesz, Christopher Lyden and Michael Ruhland said they would support the cancellations.

Councilman Tony Cavegn was a bit more hesitant.

“I would prefer to delay a little bit. It is a lot to think about ... I would like to understand how many jobs are going to be let go; we are talking about a lot of people that count on that summer employment as well,” Cavegn said.

“Certainly, there have been many opinions that we are not sure if people are going to show up for these things anyway, which is very possible. On the flip side, people might be thinking, ‘All right, let’s get through this and we can go celebrate at Blue Heron Days at the end of the summer.’”

DeGardner mentioned that he didn't feel the time is right to ask area businesses to consider sponsoring Blue Heron Days.

Rafferty said, “I think they need a clear direction to go. As disappointed as I am for the programs and things that were being set up, I think people have a right to know ...”

The council unanimously agreed to direct staff to cancel all city events/programs for the summer.

Karlson said, “It is very disappointing for me, given that I am (retiring) at the end of August. I was really looking forward to another Corn Roast and Blue Heron Days.

I love those events. Unfortunately, it is not going to happen now.”

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LINO LAKES —The City Council has decided the best thing to do for this year is to cancel Blue Heron Days along with all summer programs and events.

At the April 6 work session, held via teleconferencing, City Administrator Jeff Karlson and Public Services Director Rick DeGardner solicited direction from the council on whether Blue Heron Days and the city's summer programs and events should be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We have been wrestling with whether or not to cancel summer programs,” Karlson said. “In order to make those happen, we need to get the vendors, sponsors and employees in place ... Right now, with the way things stand, we are of the feeling that we don't know that it is a good time at this point to start lining up seasonal staff and vendors and getting everything in place.

Our recommendation at this point is to cancel our summer programs.”

Mayor Rob Rafferty wondered even if events were still able to happen, whether people would feel comfortable enough to attend. “Maybe it is better to rest on it and let things get back to a normal state,” he said.

DeGardner said, “We just think realistically, with everything you see on TV, to think that we are going to be back to normal by June or July, I just don't see it.” DeGardner added that in addition to canceling Blue Heron Days, he would recommend the city cancel all its summer programs/events, including senior and outdoor programs.

Councilman Dale Stoesz wanted to know if the city could still do something for Blue Heron Days, such as a drive-by parade in which everyone would stay in their vehicles. DeGardner explained that even though that is a great idea, it would likely not be possible due to “staff eliminations.”

“One of the rationales of doing this is getting back to the core essential services that the city needs to fall back on. The question is (whether) recreational opportunities and community celebrations are essential. I would say for 2020, that is not the case,” he said.

Karlson explained that if the programs and events were canceled, that would mean a reduction in hours and in staff.

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CENTERVILLE — Mayor D. Love likely became the fi rst mayor in Minnesota whose fi rst full council meeting was conducted in a teleconference format.

It was a historic fi rst, though not at all easy.

Local governments throughout the state are facing new challenges with the phone conferencing format brought on by the governor's stay-at-home order.

So far, technology Mayor Tom Wilharber is working in most cases. However, there is some discomfort out there caused by the lack of important visual clues as to how other council members may be reacting to each other.

For most of the April 8 Centerville City Council meeting, it became audibly apparent that the only council member who felt comfortable in that role was its newest member.

After several go-rounds of hemming and hawing and general hesitation to decide among three candidates who have all been colleagues in city government, the council unanimously appointed two-time former mayor Tom Wilharber to the council seat vacated by Love on March 25.

Wilharber has also served two different stints on the Planning and Zoning Commission (PNZ), as well as 15 years on city council.

The easy part was that the three candidates — Wilharber, Steve King and Jim Weatherhead — were all qualified. The hard part was the lack of secret ballot. Council members had to choose from their colleagues with all three of them and about 20 members of the public listening in on the extension.

After three go-rounds with nominations changing each time, someone became resolute and the others followed — thus saving Love from having to cast the tie-breaking vote.

The process was so unsettling to council that everyone seemed flustered afterward — twice addressing their former mayor as mayor. Mayor Love even addressed the new council member as “Mr. Mayor.”

Blame it on ZOOM. To save a bit of trouble, the council could have just flipped a coin and still chosen a capable former council member in either King (2010-2018), Wilharber (1980-1995, and mayor from 1995-2000 and again from 2011-2016) or Weatherhead, a member of the city’s Economic Development Authority.

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Wear your mask

t seems over the past several weeks we have heard many different recommendations regarding the wearing of face masks. First, we were advised that you should wear a mask so that you don’t spread COVID-19 to others, but that it wouldn’t prevent you from getting it.

The most recent recommendation is that everyone should be wearing a mask outside of their home. Aside from the obvious problem that masks have been in short supply, it seems common sense that if everyone wears a mask and practices social distancing, the chances of anyone giving or getting the virus would be greatly decreased.

We need to do what’s right for those around us and for our community. We have all sacrificed too much at this point to start going backward. Let’s follow the guidelines and do our part to knock this out.

Keeping people employed Many small businesses in our community took major financial hits in the weeks leading up to closure of non-essential businesses, and some were forced to close and lay off or furlough employees. Despite a significant Publisher’s their drop in advertising revenue, here at Press we chose to keep 100% of our View team employed. In fact, we even rehired Carter Johnson an open seat in our design department.

We have managed to this point by trimming expenses, such as decreasing page count to save on printing expense. We made these decisions with the understanding that we would be eligible to receive a loan from the Paycheck Protection Program.

A few weeks ago our government developed the Paycheck Protection Program under the CARES Act in an effort to encourage small businesses to keep people employed during this economic crisis. Parts of the loan would be forgiven by the government if businesses keep their employees on the payroll. It’s a win-win for employees who keep their jobs, and the business who can continue to operate. This loan is crucial for us and many other local businesses whose short-term plans will only last a couple of weeks.

As Congress was finalizing the program we began talking to a number of banks. We ended up applying with a large bank. The bank was slow to open the online portal and the application took us about 12 hours to submit.

Within a day we received an email stating our application had been approved and we were on step one of seven.

Every few days we received a notice to add more documentation to the loan process, as it was a pretty complex, tight formula based on past staffing levels. Over 13 days we received multiple notifications that looked like our loan was progressing - at one point an email stated that we would get documents to sign within a few minutes and never did.

Then last Thursday we received an email telling us that the funding had run out. This was like the seven steps to nowhere. I’ve spoken with many business owners, some who received it and some who didn’t.

Perhaps those who had a better relationship with their bank or staff accountants who could pull together their financials in a matter of minutes had better luck than many of the mom and pop shops.

There are many small businesses who want to keep people employed but won’t be able to without this kind of help.

Your neighbors and local businesses need it. It sounds like Congress will authorize additional funding this week. Let’s hope the local small businesses who desperately need it and didn’t make the cut in the first round will get it this time.

Keep it local In the past week individuals throughout the country received a stimulus payment through the Cares Act. The payment is $1,200 per person or $2,400 for married couple who fi le taxes jointly and $500 for each child. Qualifying people had to make under $198,000 of annual income. This payment was vital to people who lost their job or had their hours cut. On the other hand, people who are fully employed also received it.

I suggest to those who aren’t using their payment to subsidize a loss of income to put it to work stimulating the local economy. Order takeout at a local restaurant, shop at local grocery stores and gas stations. Donate to local causes - food shelves, churches, homeless shelters, community foundations or other organizations meaningful to you. Now is the time to keep it local.

When you shop locally it feeds the local economy, local taxes and quite literally, your neighbors.

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Adopt a storm drain in honor of Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary

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n April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans — 10% of the U.S. population at the time — participated in teach-ins and rallies across the nation to advocate for an end to environmental destruction. The event was organized by Gaylord Nelson, a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, and was inspired by a string of environmental disasters, including a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. April 22, 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, which the Earth Day Network says is now the planMovers & et’s largest civic event. (Earthday.

Shakers org) For years, Angie Hong environmental organizations have advocated for citizens to think global and act local. This year’s COVID-19 outbreak has given Earth Day 2020 a new twist – think global, act local, and take individual action that will help to create a collective impact.

Take action at a safe distance this Earth Day Here in Minnesota, Metro Watershed Partners is asking Twin Cities’ residents to adopt a storm drain, between April 17 and April 30, in honor of Earth Day’s 50th birthday (adopt-a-

drain.org). Jana Larson, director of the Adopt-a-Drain program, says, “Even though many community cleanup events have been canceled, we can still honor Earth Day by taking joint action to protect Minnesota’s lakes and rivers. Adopt-a-Drain invites everyone to participate in a safe way using social distancing.” The Watershed Partners coalition is led by Hamline University and has more than 70 public, private and nonprofit partners, including cities, counties and watershed management organizations.

Through the Adopt-a-Drain program, people agree to sweep-up and collect leaves, trash and other debris from storm drains and curbsides near their homes to help protect lakes, rivers, and wetlands from stormwater pollution.

Volunteers typically spend about 15-min per cleaning, twice a month. Since the program began, Twin Cities area residents have adopted 10,788 storm drains and collected more than 200,000 lbs of debris that would have otherwise washed into our waterways.

Locally, the Rice Creek Watershed District and many community groups are encouraging residents to adopt storm drains as a way to stay engaged during the current stay-at-home order. “The trails, sidewalks and streets where we walk and bike are all of ours together,” says Roger Tomten of Sustainable Stillwater MN. “This seems like a good time to pick up a bit, to clean up our public

places, much like we do our spring cleaning in our homes. It makes us feel better about our environment and builds the bond of community that we will need going forward to tackle the issues on the horizon.”

To date, community members have already adopted 187 storm drains in the Hugo – White Bear Lake Area.

Resources to learn more and take action • Online learning for kids: Hamline University has created two interactive websites to help students learn about the water cycle, stormwater and the Mississippi River.

Check out the Adopt a Drain module (waterstothesea.org/ AADmodule) and Waters to the Sea multimedia lessons (waterstothesea.org/ mississippi).

• Adopt a Drain: Use the online map to fi nd and adopt a storm drain near you: adopt-a-drain. org.

Post photos and videos of your cleaning activities on social media by tagging @ adoptadrain and using the hashtags #adoptadrain and #earthdaybirthday2020 to help increase participation in the program.

Angie Hong is an educator for East Metro Water, a local government partnership with 25 members - mnwcd.org/emwrep.

Contact her at 651-330-8220 x.35 or angie.hong@mnwcd.org.

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BUSINESS BRIEF Newspapers stop publication Two newspapers published by RiverTown Multimedia, a subsidiary of Fargo-based Forum Communications, will cease publication next month due to advertising losses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The final edition of the Hastings Star Gazette will be May 7, and the final issue of the Bulletin, which serves Woodbury and Cottage Grove, will be May 6. Rivertown will continue to publish newspapers serving Red Wing and several communities in western Wisconsin.

COMMUNITY BRIEF Y providing food to residents in need The YMCA is partnering with Loaves & Fishes and UnitedHealth Group to serve free healthy meals to families in need. Families may pick up a meal package for a family of four including a protein, vegetables and other fresh food from noon to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Forest Lake YMCA, 19845 Forest Road N. Lunch bags with a sandwich, snacks and fruit are also available.

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The owners of White Bear Makerspace are doing their part for frontline health care workers. Tom and Theresa Lendway are busy making S-shaped acrylic hooks for surgical masks. The elastic band attaches to the hook instead of behind the ear so it’s less irritating, especially for workers who wear masks all day.

The hooks are also easy to sanitize. The couple got the design from GlowForge, makers of their laser cutter.

They’ve distributed about 6,000 since late March to health care providers in Florida, Iowa, Washington and New York City, and locally to Mayo, Allina, Gillette, St. Joe’s, St. John’s and numerous nursing homes.

“It’s been a wild couple of weeks,” said Theresa, who added they’ve only scratched the surface on the need. Their shop is closed until May 4 per the governor’s order, so they are using the time to make the hooks, which are free to medical personnel. They are taking donations to cover shipping costs. Go to: whitebearmakerspace.com

Treffle Joseph ‘T.J’ or ‘Joe’ Marier Age 101 of Hugo Hugo Feed Mill and Hardware owner Joe Marier passed away on April 8, 2020. He was preceded in death by his second wife Constance LaMotte Marier (2019), his fi rst wife Emma LaCasse Marier (1979) and his son John (1956). He is survived by his children Leo (Dottie) Vince (Christy) Camille Grant (Ralph), Greg (Cindy), Steve, Fran (Jaci), Jim, 21 grandchildren, 32 greatgrandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.

Also survived by his stepchildren George (Kay), Jean Day, John (Olya), Jim (Jeanne), Gery (Terry), Greg, Janet Shefchik (Mark). A WWII veteran, serving in the China Burma India Theater, he was a founding and past commander of Hugo American Legion Post 620. He was a strong supporter of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church. He was also fi re chief and mayor of Hugo. See mortuary website muellermemorial.com for life story and details.

Services will be held at a later date.

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Think twice about sharing senior photos on Facebook It seems harmless and fun. A bunch of friends on Facebook or other social media are sharing their senior portraits, including the high school name and graduation year, to support the graduating class of 2020, most of whom are at home because of the coronavirus pandemic.

However, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) cautions everyone to be aware of what they are sharing. Scammers or hackers who surf through social media sites will see these #ClassOf2020 posts and will now have the name of your high school and graduation year, which are common online security questions. All it takes is an internet search to reveal more information about you, such as family members, your real name, birthdate or even where you live.

Other recent viral personal list posts include all the cars you’ve owned (including makes/ model years), favorite athletes and top 10 favorite television shows.

What most people forget is that some of these “favorite things” are commonly used passwords or security questions. If your social media privacy settings aren’t high, you could be giving valuable information away for anyone to use.

BBB has the following tips to keep you safe on social media: • Resist the temptation to play along. While it’s fun to see other’s posts, if you are uncomfortable participating, it is best to not do it.

• Review your security settings. Check your security settings on all social media platforms to see what you are sharing and with whom you are sharing.

• Change security questions/settings. If you are nervous about something you shared possibly opening you up to fraud, review and change your security settings for banking and other websites.

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HUGO POLICE REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents:

at the light observed the vehicle drive through a solid red light.

• An attempted theft of a snowmobile stored in an enclosed trailer parked outside a closed business in the 13000 block of Fenway Blvd. Circle N. was reported at 9:23 a.m. March 22.

• A suspicious white pickup truck left running with its lights on outside a closed business in the 15000 block of Forest Blvd. N. was reported at 9:44 p.m.

March 25. At the same time a suspicious male was seen inside the business. It turns out that the suspicious male owned both — the business and the vehicle.

• Lino Lakes police officers reported that they had recovered a gun safe on the common border with Hugo at 6:22 p.m. March 22 and wondered if its loss had already been reported to Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies.

• A resident in the 4000 block of 158th Street N. at 5:13 p.m. March 26 reported a party for threatening him on Facebook. Deputies explained the harassment restraining order process to the complainant.

Three other motorists were pulled over for various violations during the past week.

• Construction employees reported two attempted thefts of enclosed construction trailers from the 12000 block of Hilo Court N. during the weekend of March 20-23. Suspects had tried to pry the handle and lock off a Stealth brand trailer and had tried the top left of the door without success.

Suspects also tried and failed to pry open the door of a Haulmark brand trailer. Both trailers were fi lled with tools.

• A resident in the 7000 block of 132nd Street N. at 2:59 a.m. March 27 reported seven to nine juveniles seen walking around his address with fl ashlights before driving away at a high rate of speed.

• A resident in the 16000 block of Ingersoll Avenue N. at 6:27 p.m. March 23 reported someone went through her mailbox, resulting in missing mail.

The complainant said she wasn’t expecting anything in the mail.

• Employees of the Kwik Trip in the 14000 block of Victor Hugo Blvd. N. reported a suspicious male inside the store at 11:41 p.m. March 27. The male then left the store to walk around to the back of the store near the dumpster. When deputies arrived on the scene, the male told them he thought someone was trying to steal his vehicle.

The male, who was not making sense, said he was going home to his apartment in St. Paul. Deputies agreed with that plan, as long as the male left the parking lot immediately.

• An unnamed stalker was cited at 10:07 a.m. March 24 after he had left eight • A pile of purses reportedly appeared voice messages for a resident in the at 9:46 p.m. March 28 in the 13000 block of Europa Way, telling him Kwik Trip parking lot, to tell his wife to “get off my A--!” although no one had observed anything The complainant told deputies that the caller may be stalking her and that he has already had a violation for this activity.

• A resident in the 13000 block of Elmcrest Avenue N. at 10:37 p.m. March 24 reported

hearing the mysterious sound of a shovel outside his residence being knocked over, followed by the sound of a person trying to open the service doors of his residence.

When he looked outside, he saw a person emerging from the woods near the street, get into a silver Jeep and drive away.

suspicious. Another purse was recovered on Frenchman Road, just west of Oneka Parkway N., along with three books and a boot. All the items were entered into evidence.

• A resident in the 5000 block of 129th Drive N. at 2:08 p.m. March 31 reported that four accounts were taken out in his name and $2,000 charged to those accounts.

• Residents in a townhome in the 13000 block of Flay Avenue N. at 1:51 a.m. April 1 were reported by their neighbors for playing loud music. When Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at the scene the subjects agreed to turn their music off.

The driver admitted to the violation, although his attitude was described as fair.

• Deputies responded at 9:19 a.m. April 2 in the 12000 block of Everton Avenue N. to a report of someone fi shing illegally on Bald Eagle Lake.

The case was referred to the Department of Natural Resources.

• A suspicious pair of men loading a white pickup truck onto a trailer outside a closed lounge in the 17000 block of Forest Blvd. N. at 9:09 p.m.

April 2 turned out to be friends of the registered owner towing a brokendown vehicle back to Wisconsin.

Deputies had been conducting their routine business checks of closed businesses when they observed the activity. One of the men showed deputies he had keys to the vehicle.

• A domestic dispute was reported at 10:19 p.m.

April 2 in the 4000 block of Empress Way N. by a resident who came home from work to find his mother and roommate engaged in an argument that was escalating. By the time deputies arrived, all parties had left the residence to go cool off.

• A black pickup truck observed by deputies parked in a city park in the 7000 block of 137th Street N. after hours at 9:35 p.m. April 3 turned out to be a man playing Pokémon on his phone.

The registered owner of the vehicle exited the park immediately after speaking with deputies.

• A Minnesota driver was cited at 9:13 a.m. April 2 on northbound Forest Blvd. N. at 147th Street N. for semaphore violation after westbound deputies

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LINO LAKES POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers received an anonymous tip about people breaking the governor’s shelter-in-place order in the 6900 block of Sunrise Drive March 31. Officers made individuals aware of the order and what it entailed.

• Police and fire responded to a grass fire in the 600 block of Aqua Lane March 31.

The fire was located and extinguished, and there was no property damage.

• Officers were dispatched to a park in the 500 block of Lonesome Pine Trail March 31 on a complaint of juveniles playing in a closed park. Officers were unable to locate any juveniles in the park.

• Police responded to a possible fire call in the 700 block of Aqua Lane March 31. The caller mistakenly believed the lights from a bow fishing boat were a fire.

• Officers responded to a suspicious activity report in the 600 block of Village Drive April 1. The officers were informed that there was an adult female hiding behind power boxes.

Police were unable to locate the female but did find an alcoholic beverage container.

• Officers located a suspicious occupied vehicle in an area park in the 7400 block of Main Street after hours April 2.

A passenger was subsequently charged with multiple drug offenses.

• Officers responded to a residence in the 7800 block of Century Trail April 2 where a female found unused drug

paraphernalia in her yard. Officers took the drug paraphernalia and disposed of it.

• An officer received a complaint April 2 from a citizen regarding two businesses in Lino Lakes that remained open and were in violation of the governor's executive order. The officer investigated the complaint and asked the businesses to close, which they did.

• Lino Lakes Fire responded to a report of a grass fire in the 6100 block of Centerville Road April 2. The homeowner subsequently received a citation for an illegal open burn.

• Officers responded to the 2300 block of Delina Circle April 3. A female caller reported that her home had been egged.

There are no known suspects at this time; the woman was advised to call police if there are further issues.

• Officers responded to the 6800 block of Black Duck Drive April 3 on a 911 hangup. Officers located the caller and found that a number of minors had been drinking. They were issued citations.

• An officer received a call of suspicious activity on Robinson Drive April 4.

The officer learned that a male was walking around the complainant's yard during the night. The information was shared with other officers so additional patrol could be conducted in the neighborhood.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for illegal driving conduct in the area of Hodgson Road and Birch Street April 5. The adult male was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence of a controlled substance and was booked

into jail on multiple offenses.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for speeding in the 900 block of Birch Street April 6. The adult male driver was cited for possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• An officer responded to a report of damage to property in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway April 8. The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers responded to the 500 block of Aqua Lane April 8 on a report of a male that had been threatened. Officers spoke with some parties involved and the case is under investigation.

• Police were called to the 800 block of Main Street April 9 on a harassment report. Two male suspects were advised to stop their actions or there would be criminal charges.

• An employee of a business in the 600 block of Market Place Drive called to report a suspicious male who may have been looking into windows April 10.

Officers made contact with the male, who stated he had been looking for rare rocks. The male was advised to no longer do that on private property.

• A resident from the 800 block of Orange Street called in a suspicious silver van driving through the area with the driver going into mailboxes April 10. It was determined the driver was delivering newspapers.

• Officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle at the police department April 10. Officers located the vehicle and found the driver to be impaired. The driver was arrested and

booked into jail for DWI. • Officers responded to the 700 block of 79th Street April 10 for a theft from motor vehicle report. The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers were dispatched to the 8000 block of Fourth Avenue April 11 on a report of a male who discharged a firearm in a residential area in violation of a city ordinance. The male was subsequently arrested and booked into jail.

• An officer responded to a complaint stating that people were not following social distancing guidelines in the area of Osprey Court and Sherman Lake Road April 11. The officer reminded the group of the temporary social distancing order.

• Officers stopped a vehicle for speeding in the 200 block of Main Street April 12 and identified the male driver as someone who had a felony warrant out of California. The male was detained for the warrant, but after police contacted the agency in California, representatives stated they would not extradite him. The male driver was cited for speeding and no driver’s license in his possession and was released at the scene.

• An officer was flagged down by a female in the 700 block of Apollo Drive April 13, who stated that she had been chased by an unknown male in the parking lot of a local business. The incident is under investigation.

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WHITE BEAR PASS/NO PASS: ‘Best way to proceed’ FROM PAGE 1

they are doing with distance learning,” said Alison Gillespie, a principal handling special assignments for the district. “We had a lot of feedback that they were overwhelmed with grades, navigating the new system and some still needing help with internet access.”

A petition with around 650 supporters as of April 17 asked that the school allow students to chose between pass/ fail and a traditional letter grade.

Michael Hoffman, who promoted the petition at the school, stated, on a website created for the petition: “White Bear Lake Schools have decided to institute a pass/no pass grading system. Although this benefits students who struggle with online learning, this can be hurtful to AP students and students who have worked very hard to maintain good grades. I propose a choice for students to decide which grading system they would like to have as we continue learning through these difficult times.”

Another comment on the website, from a high school junior in the district, lamented that “this also means not getting credit in AP and CIS classes that we have worked hard for” and that “extreme sacrifices” made to achieve grades would be “pointless” with a Pass/No Pass system.

Responding to the petition, the administration sent a notice to families last Tuesday stating that they were “pausing to review feedback around the request to offer a letter grade option.”

After reviewing the matter, the administration will stick with the original plan, with one modification, Kazmierczak and Gillespie told the White Bear Press on Friday, April 17.

“On Monday, we will still recommend pass/no pass,” Gillespie said. “We created an option for a dual system, but that will not be our recommendation.

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We still don’t believe that (letter grade) is best way for us to proceed.”

The original decision to go to pass/ no Pass was made April 13, said Kazmierczak.

“After receiving feedback on the decision and after the board had the opportunity to weigh in, we paused to examine a dual system. We took a few days to do that and received even more feedback, much of it in favor of a P/NP model.”

Gillespie said the administration checked with colleges and found that the Pass/No Pass system “would not negatively impact students in terms of college enrollment and those who want to participate in Division I or II college athletics.” She added that the University Wisconsin issued a blanket statement that no one would be penalized by Pass/No Pass.

To view the petition started by community members, visit change.org and search “allow students to choose White Bear Lake.” the school, stated, on a website created for the petition: “White Bear Lake Schools have decided to institute a pass/no pass grading system. Although this benefits students who struggle with online learning, this can be hurtful to AP students and students who have worked very hard to maintain good grades. I propose a choice for students to decide which grading system they would like to have as we continue learning through these difficult times.”

Another comment on the website, from a high school junior in the district, lamented that “this also means not getting credit in AP and CIS classes that we have worked hard for” and that “extreme sacrifices” made to achieve grades would be “pointless” with a pass/no pass system.

Responding to the petition, the administration sent a notice to families

last Tuesday stating that they were “pausing to review feedback around the request to offer a letter grade option.”

After reviewing the matter, the administration will stick with the original plan, with one modification, Kazmierczak and Gillespie told the White Bear Press on Friday, April 17.

“On Monday, we will still recommend pass/no pass,” Gillespie said. “We created an option for a dual system, but that will not be our recommendation.

We still don’t believe that (letter grade) is best way for us to proceed.”

The original decision to go to pass/ no pass was made April 13, said Kazmierczak.

“After receiving feedback on the decision and after the board had the opportunity to weigh in, we paused to examine a dual system. We took a few days to do that and received even more feedback, much of it in favor of a pass/ no pass model.”

Gillespie said the administration checked with colleges and found that the ass/no pass system “would not negatively impact students in terms of college enrollment and those who want to participate in Division I or II college athletics.” She added that the University Wisconsin issued a blanket statement that no one would be penalized by pass/ no pass.

To view the petition started by community members, visit change.org and search “allow students to choose White Bear Lake.”

Mahtomedi Public Schools Mahtomedi students in grades 9-12 will have a choice between normal letter grading or satisfactory/ unsatisfactory grading during distance learning this spring as they stay home during the COVID-19 crisis.

“Now that we have data about distance learning, Mahtomedi High School staff have established a grading process to support student learning and release concerns about fi nal grades,” stated High School Principal Kathe. Nickleby in a newsletter upon completion of two weeks of distance learning.

Those choosing the (S) or (U) system will need a 60% grade to pass.

The normal grading system is A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1 and F=0, with D-minus a passing grade. In grade-point-average calculations, students earn an extra 10% for AP or CIS courses (for instance, 4.4 for an A, 3.3 for a B).

“Students should consider their future goals when deciding on grading options,” Nickleby stated.

“The Coronavirus pandemic has had a global-wide impact, and programs and employers will be aware of these unprecedented changes. However, colleges, scholarship committees, athletic programs, professional and graduate programs, and employers will make individual decisions that we cannot predict.”

Other details announced by Nickleby: • S/U grading will not be fi gured into students’ GPAs, which will be based only on classes where they have A-F grades.

• Students may not switch back to a letter grade after choosing S/U. • Students may not ask their teacher to grade some assignments A-F and some S/U. They must choose one or the other.

• Student athletes planning to participate in D1 and D2 collegiate sports should know that the NCAA will be making a statement about changes associated with grading during distance learning in the near future.

FUNERAL HOMES: Working to provide families with options FROM PAGE 1

will continue to do everything we can to help you, and our offices remain fully staffed so we that we may communicate with and assist you without delay or inconvenience.”

Funeral director (and owner) Rick Bies said, “In general, it is a whole new ball game. It feels like we are not able to do our full job because you almost have to stop halfway. The biggest struggle is you feel even worse for families, because they are stuck.

Not only are they dealing with this like the rest of us, but they have had to deal with a loss at the same time. It is hard to get closure.”

Bies said that the majority of families they are working with have chosen to wait it out and see if they will be able to hold a larger service at some point in the future. Some families have chosen not to hold a service at all because they don’t want to wait that long. “It is very personal; every family is different,” he explained.

Bies wants community members to know, “We are still here and able to help in any way we can.

We can walk you through the steps and what your options are. If you have questions call, if you need someone to talk to, let us know. We are here, we are not going anywhere.”

For more information, visit muellerbies.com or call 651-784-3390 (Lino Lakes location).

Bradshaw Funeral Home Bradshaw Funeral Home has seven locations, including White Bear Lake. President and CEO Jason Bradshaw said they are seeing a mix of families choosing to wait it out rather than hold small, intimate ceremonies right now.

“We are seeing some people who are choosing to push off the larger public services to this summer,” he said. “Some are actually webcasting it. We have had quite a few of those recently.”

The technology to webcast funeral services has been around for nearly 15 years but up until now Bradshaw said it has been used very rarely in cases where a family member was out of town and not

“The biggest struggle is you feel even worse for families, because they are stuck. Not only are they dealing with this like the rest of us, but they have had to deal with a loss at the same time. It is hard to get closure.”

Rick Bies Funeral Director and owner of Mueller-Bies able to get back in time for the service.

“This is the fi rst time where we have had to dust off the technology. This is something that is really cool, and it is applicable to the current situation,” he said. “It took place at our White Bear Lake location and the people who were watching could actually comment and offer condolences. It was much more interactive and supportive than a generic broadcast. It was really neat.”

Roseville resident Connie Tobin was the first family to utilize the service at the White Bear Lake location March 22. Her 70-year-old husband, John, passed away March 26 after a short battle with cancer.

Originally the plan was to have a service with more than 125 people in attendance, but as the pandemic progressed and more restrictions were put in place, things had to change. Tobin chose not to wait; instead, she elected to hold an online service. Some attended the service in person, but most tuned in online.

“That is exactly what John would have told me to do, because John was somebody who believed that you don’t put pain on people when it is not necessary,” she said. “There were too many other people whose lives have been affected in a negative way. I thought this is the right thing to do, because

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Roseville resident Connie Tobin talks about her husband John at his funeral service March 22.

everyone needs to have peace and know that John is safe, and he is at rest.”

Tobin could not say enough kind words about Bradshaw and how quickly its employees sprang into action and adapted to make the service happen. John’s service is available online at bradshawfuneral.com/obituary/John-Tobin.

“It is important for people to know that when a death occurs, there is flexibility to how a life is memorialized and celebrated. Whichever funeral home someone works with, I know all of them are working on providing options to families,” Bradshaw said. “We are trying to encourage families to at least have something to acknowledge that there was a change that occurred so they can begin that grief journey instead of holding everything off.”

Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

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Front Steps Project encourages sense of community

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR

As people stay home, photographers all over the nation are inviting everyone to step outside, smile for the camera and donate to organizations in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Front Steps Project, a “coffee moment” idea between Boston photographer Cara Soulia and her friend Kristen Collins, is bearing fruit. Photographers Topher Cox and Caitrin Dunphy also joined the effort, which kicked off in March 17 in Needham, Massachusetts. More than 400 community members participated and raised over $20,000 for the Needham Community Council.

Photographers from around the U.S. have started their own projects, including Blaine photographer Marin Waldner. About three weeks ago, Waldner said she read an article about the Front Steps Project. “I instantly thought, ‘I need to do this.’

I felt helpless just sitting at home and wanted to use my creative skills to make a difference,” she said.

As of press time, Waldner had photographed 24 families. She is willing to travel to communities near Blaine, including Andover, Coon Rapids, Lino Lakes, Hugo, Forest Lake, Shoreview and Mounds View.

“It has been fun meeting people, and it has been a great way for people to genuinely feel the sense of community,” she explained.

Here is how it works. Waldner swings by people's homes and captures their new normal. Many families choose to include their four-legged members, too. While remaining at a safe distance from her subjects, Waldner takes photos of the family sitting on the front steps, in front of a door or out in the yard.

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The Plankers (left) and Tukic families participated in Marin Waldner Photography’s Front Steps Project.

In return, Waldner asks community members to make a donation to Second Harvest Heartland if they are financially able to do so. Initially, her goal was to raise $500, which she has already achieved. “That will provide 1,500 meals for those in need,” she said. Waldner is now aiming for $1,000.

About Marin Waldner Waldner is originally from northeast Minneapolis but has lived in Blaine for around three years. She got into photography completely by chance. About six years ago, she was working in the graphic design field for a marketing team at a local retail business.

“I wore many hats. I was responsible for photographing all of the products as well as staging photos of the products in displays at

the showroom,” she recalled. “One of my co-workers asked me to take her daughter’s senior photos, and I was hooked after that.”

She officially started her photography business a year ago.

Until a short time ago, photography has been a side gig, at least until she recently decided to quit her corporate desk job and become a full-time, stayat-home mother to her three girls.

Now it’s a part-time business.

Waldner specializes in “lifestyle photography,” which artistically captures special moments and milestones, including newborns, high school seniors, family reunions, maternity, engagements, birthdays and more.

“I’m not striving to become an ‘elite’ photographer. I want to provide excellent quality photography to

people in all walks of life,” she said.

“My package fees cover my time for each shoot and a set amount for editing. I don’t have a cap on how many photographs are included in each package; If I shoot 50 photos and they are worth editing, I will give them all to my clients.”

For those who are interested in participating in the Front Steps Project, reach out to Waldner on her Facebook business page, “Marin Waldner Photography.” To view her online portfolio for the project, visit marinwaldnerphotography. client-gallery.com/gallery/ frontstepsproject.

Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

CENTENNIAL LAKES POLICE REPORTS

• Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Twilite Terrace in Circle Pines April 1 on a report of harassment between neighbors.

The officers advised the complainant of options.

• Police conducted a traffic stop in the area of Woodland Road and Jackson Avenue in Lexington April 1. The driver of the vehicle was subsequently arrested for DWI. • Officers observed multiple violations of the executive shelter-in-place order in the cities of Lexington and Circle Pines. The officers verbally warned the businesses and educated the owners on the violation.

• Officers received information regarding criminal sexual conduct in Circle Pines April 1.

• Police were dispatched to the 30 block of Village Parkway in Circle Pines April 3 on a report of a disorderly male

playing loud music and yelling at people. After several warnings, officers arrested the male for disorderly conduct and obstruction with force.

• Officers were dispatched to the 7400 block of Main Street in Centerville April 5 on the report of trespassing. Upon arrival, officers found three adult females trespassing and advised them to leave. The reporting party was also found to be trespassing.

• Officers issued a citation to a renter in the 30 block of Village Parkway in Circle Pines April 7 for loud music.

• Officers were dispatched to the 1700 block of Westview Street in Centerville April 8 on the report of a small dirt bike on school property.

• Police were dispatched to the 1800 block of Center Street in Centerville April 8 on a report of suspicious activity.

• Officers made contact with a group of juveniles in the woods near the 9800 block of Lexington Avenue in Circle Pines April 9.

Officers advised of

the social distancing guidelines and trespassing. The parents were advised of the juveniles’ activities.

• A theft was reported at a local business in the 9200 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington April 10.

• Police conducted a traffic stop in the area of Lovell Road and Hamline Avenue in Lexington April 10 for an equipment violation. Officers subsequently located narcotics inside of the vehicle.

• Officers were located of an abandoned campsite in the 400 block of Keith Road in Circle Pines April 11.

• Officers were dispatched to a missing person report in the 30 block of Village Parkway in Circle Pines April 13.

• Police responded to the 9100 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington April 14 on a report of two dogs who had potentially been abandoned and were tied to a pole. The dog owners were confrontational and police advised them to leave the area.

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Pandemic of 1918 has uncanny similarities to today's crisis

Bound volumes of the White Bear Press offer a historical record of events going back almost 125 years. Temporarily closed due to COVID-19, the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society is keeper of the volumes. We asked Executive Director Sara Hanson to search the 1918 volume for articles about the global influenza pandemic that killed 10% of the world's population. It was considered one of the most severe pandemics of all time. We were curious, were newspaper articles written then similar to today's reports?

Known as the Spanish flu, the pandemic was caused by the H1N1 virus with genes of avian origin. Reported early on in Spain, it spread worldwide during 1918 and 1919, infecting about 500 million people — or one-third of the world's population — according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The number of deaths was estimated at 50 million worldwide with about 675,000 in the United States. A high mortality in healthy people was a unique feature.

As with COVID-19, there was no vaccine, so control efforts were limited to isolation, quarantine, good personal hygiene, use of disinfectants and limitation of public gatherings.

Sound familiar?

There is a feeling of déja vu when reading articles from 1918. One of the fi rst, from the Oct. 14, 1918 White Bear Press, was a letter from H.M. Bracken, executive officer with the State Board of Health.

The letter read: "To Whom It May Concern: From this date onward, funerals of all who have died of influenza or pneumonia following influenza must be strictly private. This order applies to the bodies of returned soldiers, as well as those who die in civil life. Caskets must be kept closed.

"By a private funeral is meant the exclusion of all persons not resident in the tenement with the deceased and already exposed to the disease."

"Tremendous demand the last few days has wiped out excess stocks that we had estimated would last until next January. Last week's orders called for one and three quarter million jars, today's orders alone amount to 932,459 jars. Big shipments are en route. Until these arrive, buy in small lots only."

Anticipating that schools would close, which they did, Dr. A. E. Voges wrote an Oct. 17 letter to the editor claiming it is against policy to close schools.

"We feel that the children of a community can be

“No fire chief who understands his business stops playing the hose on the charred debris as soon as the flames and visible fire have disappeared. On the contrary, he continues the water for hours and even days for he knows that there is danger of the fire rekindling from smoldering embers.”

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Red Cross volunteers in Boston assembled gauze influenza masks for use at hard hit Camp Devens in Massachusetts during the pandemic.

Surgeon General Rupert Blue Dec. 12, 1918

kept under observation better if they are in school than if they are at large. Your teachers should be instructed to send home any child having a cold. No children should be allowed to attend school from a house where influenza exists," the doctor wrote, warning that they may be carriers of the disease.

Finally, a Dec. 12, 1918 article from the U.S. Health Service told people how to guard against pneumonia and the importance of wearing suitable clothing. The warning said an increase in respiratory diseases after the influenza epidemic was probable and people were urged to be particularly careful to "obey health precautions."

Surgeon General Rupert Blue wrote, "The present epidemic has taught by bitter experience how readily a condition beginning apparently as a slight cold may go on to pneumonia and death." He likened the situation to that after a great fi re, saying, "No fi re chief who understands his business stops playing the hose on the charred debris as soon as the fl ames and visible fi re have disappeared. On the OTIS HISTORICAL ARCHIVES, NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HEALTH AND SCIENCES contrary, he continues An emergency hospital during Spanish influenza pandemic, Camp Funston, Kansas, c. 1918 the water for hours and even days for he knows that there is danger of the fi re rekindling from The letter went on to say the embalmer and his assistants and 'a minister of religion' were allowed." smoldering embers."

The flu virus continued to circulate Flu victims had to be buried within three days. seasonally for 38 years, according to the CDC. There were no services, no gatherings, no wakes.

A letter from the surgeon general Oct. 31 called the In 1957, the H2N2 virus emerged to trigger present generation "spoiled" from readily available another pandemic, followed by H3N2 flu virus expert medical and nursing care. "It was not so in in 1968 and H1N1 again in 2009. the days of our grandmothers, when every good As for COVID-19, it is not yet known whether housewife was expected to know a good deal about weather and temperature affect spread of the the care of the sick," he wrote, going on to offer virus. Some other viruses, like those that advice for people developing an attack of influenza. cause the common cold and flu, spread more That advice included castor oil for constipation, during cold weather months but that does a well-ventilated room cleared of all unnecessary not mean it is impossible to become sick with furniture, and rags rather than handkerchiefs to these viruses during other months. There is catch mucus. Rags were later burned. much more to learn about the transmissibility, Another article in the archives suggested using severity and other features associated with Vicks Vaporub to treat "Spanish Influenza."

COVID-19 and investigations are ongoing.

"The influenza germs attack the lining of the air Health experts believe that without any passages. When Vaporub is applied over throat and measures to slow it down, COVID-19 will chest, the medicated vapors loosen the phlegm, spread exponentially for months. open the air passages and stimulate the mucous membrane to throw off the germs," noted the story.

And don't get up too early, warned the article, which had no byline.

That article apparently caused a run on Vicks, rather like the shortage of toilet paper today.

In the Nov. 21, 1918 paper, druggists were alerted to Vicks Vaporub being oversold due to the present epidemic.

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Are you a mindful investor? common emotions or tendencies associated with investing are fear and greed. Let’s see how they can affect investors’ behavior.

• When investors are fearful …

Investors’ biggest fear is losing money. So, how did many of them respond during the steep market decline from late 2007 through early 2009? They began selling off their stocks and stock-based mutual funds and fled for “safer” investments, such as Treasury bills and certificates of deposit.

But mindful investors witnessed the same situation and saw something else: a great buying

opportunity.

By looking past the fear of losing money, they recognized the chance to buy quality investments at bargain prices.

And they were rewarded for their patience, longterm perspective and refusal to let fear govern their decisions, because 10 years after the market bottomed out in March 2009 (as measured by the Dow Jones Industrial Average), it had risen about 300%.

• When investors are greedy … We only have to go back a few years before the 2007-09 bear market to see a classic example of greed in the investment world.

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to early 2000, investors chased after almost any company that had “dot com” in its name, even companies with no business plans, no assets and, in some cases, no products. Yet, the rising stock prices of these companies led more and more investors to buy shares in them, causing a greeddriven vicious circle – more demand led to higher prices, which led to more demand.

But the bubble burst in March 2000, and by October 2002, the technologydominated Nasdaq stock index had fallen more than

75%. And since some of these companies not only lost value, but went out of business, many investors never recouped their investments.

To avoid the dangers of fear and greed, take these steps: • Know your investments.

Make sure you understand what you’re investing in. Know the fundamentals, such as the quality of the product or service, the skill of the management team, the state of the industry, whether the stock is priced fairly or overvalued, and so on. The better informed

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• Rebalance when necessary.

If you’ve decided your portfolio should contain certain percentages of stocks, bonds and other vehicles, stick to those percentages and rebalance when necessary.

• Keep investing.

Ups and downs are a normal feature of the investment landscape. By continuing to invest over time, rather than stopping and starting, you can reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio.

It’s not always easy to be a mindful investor and to avoid letting emotions drive your decisions – but it’s well worth the effort.

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Recently, we’ve seen an increased interest in mindfulness, although the concept itself is thousands of years old. Essentially, being mindful means you are living very much in the present, highly conscious of your thoughts and feelings.

However, being mindful doesn’t mean acting on those thoughts and feelings – it’s just the opposite.

With mindfulness, your decisionmaking is based on cognitive skills and a rational perspective, rather than emotions. As such, mindfulness can be quite valuable as you make investment decisions.

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Men’s club gives back despite fish fry cancellations

CENTERVILLE CITY CALENDAR May 5: Planning & Zoning Commission meeting at 6:30 p.m.

May 6: Parks & Recreation Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m.

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HUGO CITY CALENDAR April 23: Planning Commission meeting at 7 p.m.

May 4: City Council meeting at 7 p.m.

LINO LAKES CITY CALENDAR April 27: City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m.; work session at 6 p.m.

May 4: Work session meeting at 6 p.m. The Board of Appeal and Equalization will also be held at this meeting.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Woman killed in murder-suicide in Forest Lake A 37-year-old woman was shot and killed in Forest Lake Saturday evening in what the Washington County Sheriff's Office has ruled a murdersuicide.

Around 8:15 p.m. on April 18, officers from the Forest Lake Police Department responded to an abandoned 911 call in the 18000 block of Henna Avenue, where they found Michelle Kresge shot in the home. A man, later identified as the victim's brother, 39-year-old Phillip Kresge, fled to a pole barn, where he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The Washington County Sherrif's Office said that Kresge's mother and father were also in the house and the time of the shooting and were moved to safety shortly after. Officers have not yet determined to whom the gun belonged, and the case remains under investigation.

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The St. John the Baptist Men’s Club of St. Genevieve’s Church was still able to give away two bikes and donate proceeds from a 50/50 raffle to area food shelves even though its fish fry season was cut short. The last fish fry March 13 saw around 300 attendees versus the normal well over 500 attendees. Club volunteers Jerry Scherer, Tom Wilharber, Gene L'Allier and Dennis Stoterau draw names for both the bike winners and 50/50 raffle. $1,045 in ticket sales were raised to be split among area food shelves as well as first-, second- and third-place winners.

Bike winners were 11-year-old Aubrey Pickerel and 10-year-old Charlie Wappel. They are pictured with club President Dennis Stoterau and Vice President Bill Courteau.

CENTERVILLE TIDBITS The Centerville City Council took the following action at its meeting April 8, held via teleconference: • Unanimously (4-0, before the new council member was sworn in) approved a letter of credit reduction request for Old Mill Estates.

The city received a formal request from the developer of Old Mill Estates for the reduction.

The construction of Old Mill Estates (1st Addition) is largely completed, and city staff recommended a reduction of $ 360,002 in the $457,057 letter of credit to $97,055. A separate letter of credit will be required for the construction of the 2nd Addition.

• Approved the addition of parallel parking spaces to the Downtown Street and Utility Improvements Project on the north side of Sorel Street in front of St. Genevieve's Church (11 spaces) and the north side of Sorel Street from Centerville Road to Progress Road (11 spaces). Direct, pull-off parking is currently used in some areas, though it is not allowed under city code. The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission was to trade these parking spaces for parallel spaces where practical as streets in the downtown area are reconstructed.

• Passed a resolution authorizing a 60-month

copier lease with Marco Technologies LLC for a Konica Minolta C458 copier for City Hall.

Cost is $27,314, paid for by the general fund budget. The lease for the previous copier was at an end. The city received quotes from three office equipment providers.

• Approved an encroachment agreement for drain tile at 1721 Heritage Street. The landowner wants to construct a sump pump discharge pipe and connect to the city's drain tile and storm sewer system in the adjoining right of way located along Heritage Street, which abuts their front yard. The work would occur during the pending construction of the downtown street project.

• Approved the appointment of Tom Wilharber to the council seat vacated by D. Love at the March 25 council meeting when Love was appointed mayor. The appointed member will serve through the end of 2020, when the winning candidate from this fall’s special election — held in conjunction with November’s general election — will be sworn into office. Three qualified candidates applied for the position: each has lived in Centerville for more than five years.

• Took no action to approve the Old Mill Estates 2nd Addition developer's agreement. The developer, Elmcrest Vistas LLC, withdrew

the developer's agreement for the time being, citing uncertain economic times and difficulties in securing financing from banks at present.

• Unanimously (5-0 after Wilharber was seated) approved COVID-19 pandemic policy adjustments. Due to loss of income caused by the pandemic, city staff recommended waiving late fees on utility bills until the governor's declaration of emergency is ended. Council will also allow temporary signs to be installed by the Quad Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with other local organizations, for restaurants offering take-out and curbside pickup while restaurants are forced to be closed to dine-in guests.

• Approved the purchase and support of ballot marking devices under the city’s election equipment replacement agreement with Anoka County. The city has purchased its election equipment through the county for many years and has enjoyed the uniformity of equipment and backup equipment at municipalities and school districts throughout the county. The city and county have been anticipating the replacement of the Accu-Vote machine with new technology that is easier to operate and store.

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COUNTY BRIEFS County will receive $260K to fight COVID-19 Washington County will receive almost $260,000 from the Minnesota Department of Health to aid in fi ghting the COVID-19 disease. The county board accepted the funds April 7. The money is connected to the county’s Local Public Health Grant and may only be used for COVID-19 prevention, management and response. Additional state and federal funding will likely be available to the county in coming weeks.

County considers additional time for taxpayers Commissioners will consider a resolution at its next meeting Tuesday, April 28, to provide additional time to pay the fi rst half property taxes without penalty for certain property owners. As set by state law, the due date for the fi rst half of annual property tax payments for most property owners is May 15.

All property owners who are able to pay their fi rst half property taxes by the due date are encouraged to do so to help support the county, school and city response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Board members understand that many small businesses and homeowners have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the related stay-athome order and business closures.

In order to provide additional time to pay for those most impacted, the board will consider allowing an additional 60-day extension to pay the fi rst half property taxes without penalty.

Property tax payments made by lending companies, banks or mortgage companies of funds collected via escrow payments from property owners would not be eligible for this extension and are expected to be made on or prior to the May 15 deadline. If property owners have questions about whether their property qualifies for the extension of payment to July 15, they should call 651-430-6175 or email taxes@ co.washington.mn.us.

April 20-24 is Work Zone Awareness Week April 20-24 has been designated as Work Zone Awareness Week in Washington County by the county board. The board made the designation April 7. National Work Zone Awareness Week is an event that takes place across the United States, with partnerships between state departments of transportation, national road safety organizations, government agencies, private companies and individuals.

Washington County recognizes the importance of work zone safety and regularly works with stakeholders across the county to educate and strive for the safest work zones possible.

Declaring April 20-24 as Work Zone Awareness Week will allow the county to increase communications and improve the visibility of the county’s efforts to have “Safe Work Zones for All: Protect workers.

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CITY OF HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The Hugo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, 0D\ DW DSSUR[LPDWHO\ SP WR FRQVLGHU WKH UHTXHVW RI +XJR *DUGHQ $SDUWPHQWV //& : )UDQNOLQ $YH 0LQQHDSROLV 01 for approval of a PUD amendment and preliminary plat for Hugo Gardens Apartments. The PUD amendment and preliminary plat applications are for seven, 12-unit apartment buildings. The property is generally located north of Frenchman Rd and west of Finale Ave, legally described as Outlot B and 2XWORW ' /DYDOOH )LHOGV )LUVW $GGLWLRQ :DVKLQJWRQ &RXQW\ 0LQQHVRWD )XOO legal descriptions available at Hugo City Hall. Anyone wishing to be heard is encouraged to comment on this application prior to the meeting. Meetings

highway construction zone in St. Paul. "Work zones are incredibly dangerous. The fl aggers who are the fi rst ones in those work zones in many places are at risk," he said. "Those fl aggers are now empowered to take down the license plate number, and you will be getting a talk-to by law enforcement,� to include a potential fi ne of $ 300.

New for 2020, Washington County Public Works will use portable rumble strips. The devices will be deployed prior to the fl agger position to alert drivers of an upcoming traffic control change and work zone.

The strips are especially effective when a distracted driver enters a work zone. The driver will feel and hear the strips.

Washington County accepting PPE donations Washington County is accepting donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) to help protect fi rst responders. Donations should be made in the Washington County Government Center Courthouse Lobby, 14949 62nd St. N. in Stillwater, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

The following commercially manufactured items will be accepted only if in sealed or unopened containers: ¡Protective face wear: N95 or N100 masks, PAPRs and surgical or procedural masks. Masks must be commercially certified and rated. • Nitrile gloves • Gowns: disposable gowns and Tyvek Coveralls

will be held remotely pursuant to MN Statute Sec. 13D.021. Please call EmLO\ :HEHU &RPPXQLW\ 'HYHORSPHQW $VVLVWDQW DW E\ S P RQ 7KXUVGD\ 0D\ WK LI \RX ZLOO EH FRPPHQWLQJ RQ WKLV 3OHDVH YLVLW ZZZ ci.hugo.mn/participate for information on how remote meetings will be held.

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Old Highway 244 now designated CSAH 12 The official name of Old Trunk Highway 244 in White Bear Lake and Mahtomedi will now be County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 12. The Washington County Board of Commissioners made the designation April 7.

The Washington County 2040 Comprehensive Plan identifies the portion of Highway 244 from Highway 120 (Century Avenue) to CSAH 12 (CSAH 12/Stillwater Boulevard) as a candidate for a future county state aid route.

In May 2019, Washington County and the Minnesota Department of Transportation formalized a jurisdictional transfer of this portion of highway. This portion of roadway completes a logical continuation of CSAH 12 from the city of Stillwater to the Washington County border with Ramsey County. The cities of White Bear Lake and Mahtomedi formally supported the designation of Old Trunk Highway 244 as CSAH 12.

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Brought to you by WeathermanWatson.com WEEKLY AVERAGES We're slowly making that transition from winter like weather to more what we expect spring to be like. Last APRIL 22 - 28, 2020 week we reminded that we still can have snow and have it stick on the ground. The good news is how quickly High 62° temperatures can turn around. Last Wednesday's 33º high temperature was forgotten as temperatures soared to 67º Low 40° on Saturday. It's been a bit windy lately; as this is pretty %Sun 50% common and colder air is still fighting to stick around before it's replaced by warmer temperatures. The forecast PCP 0.82” still looks a bit unsettled but rain is needed as lawns are turning greener and buds are starting to pop on area trees. Nature Notes: A Blue Heron visited Peppertree Pond this week, feasting on minnows. The giant snapper is eyeing its next meal and muskrats are swimming about. A run along Otter Lake this past weekend was filled with the sounds of red-winged blackbirds. They did not attack me.

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“THE BOOKSELLERS” (NR) [OPENS APRIL 17 AT THE RIVERVIEW THEATER AS PART OF GREENWICH ENTERTAINMENT’S VIRTUAL CINEMA INITIATIVE; INFORMATION AND TICKETS AVAILABLE AT BOOKSELLERSMOVIE. COM.] — Striking cinematography, amazing booklined apartments and stores, and commentary

by Fran Lebowitz, Susan Orlean, and Gay Talese, highlight D.W. Young’s engaging, informative, behind-the-scenes, 99-minute, 2019 documentary that consists of archival photographs and film snippets and delves into the fascinating New York City world of antiquarian bookshops, booksellers. ___________________________________________________

“EMMA.” (PG) [BRIEF PARTIAL NUDITY.] [VOD ONLY] — Stunning cinematography, scenery, sets, and costumes dominate this engaging, well-acted, coming-of-age, wit-dotted, star-studded (Rupert Graves, Miranda Hart, Gemma Whelan, and Johnny Flynn), 124-minute satire adapted from Jane Austen’s 1815 classic novel in which a beautiful blonde, meddling, kindhearted, 21-year-old, British matchmaker (Anya Taylor-Joy), who lives with her wealthy father (Bill Nighy) at his bucolic country estate, in 19th century England manipulates the love life of a naive 17-year-old student (Mia Goth) and friends (Callum Turner, Tanya Reynolds, Josh O’Connor, Amber Anderson, Connor Swindells, et al.) while ignoring her own romantic pursuits until others have found love.

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Chisago County has an opening for a full time Infrastructure Engineer in the Enterprise Services Department. Duties include performing a variety of complex supervisory, administrative, and technical work in the development, installation, and maintenance of LAN and WAN, Blade Center, SANS, VmWare, Specialized applications, complex Microsoft server systems; Participating in the study of vendor products to determine those which best meet County needs; Assisting in presentations of information to management resulting in purchase and/or installation of hardware, software and telecommunications equipment. Desired Qualifications: Requires a minimum of a two year certificate in data processing, computer science, microcomputer or related field OR Four years of progressive experience in work related directly to Microsoft networking, VmWare, Cisco equipment, PC's and related technologies OR A combination of experience and college to equal 4 years. $29.32 to $40.35 DOQ. Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us. Open until filled.

Park Ranger Seasonal Chisago County has openings for seasonal Park Rangers. Duties include maintaining control for the park, providing user information to improve park safety, providing education on park ordinances, providing CPR/First Aid as needed, opens and monitor restrooms and park shelters, and maintenance of the park and beach areas.

Applicants must be available to work through Labor Day. $15.00 per hour.

Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us by May 31, 2020.

Office Support Specialist Health & Human Services Chisago County has an opening for a full time Office Support Specialist in the Health and Human Services Department.

Duties include providing office support duties for the Financial Services and Economic Supports Division and providing front desk coverage for the entire HHS department.

Desired Qualifications: Graduate of high school or equivalent. $14.61 to $19.91 DOQ. Apply at Minnesota Merit System website by April 30, 2020 at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem.

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Seasonal Highway Laborers Public Works Chisago County has openings for Seasonal Highway Laborers in the Public Works Department. Duties include operating a variety of mowing equipment utilized in maintenance of the building grounds and county road ditches, maintenance and repair activities, performing roadway maintenance work involving patching and brushing, other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications: Experience in operation of light equipment; 18 years old & older; possess a valid driver¡Çs license; able to work outdoors in the heat. Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us by May 14, 2020.

Park Maintenance Seasonal Chisago County has openings for part time and full time seasonal Park Maintenance.

Duties include grounds keeping in the Chisago County Parks. Experience in grounds maintenance and related skills are necessary. Operation of riding mowers and power tools. Must be 18+ years of age with a valid driver¡Çs license.

Applicants must be available to work through Labor Day. $15.00 per hour.

Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us by May 31, 2020.

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Park Collection Attendant Seasonal Chisago County has openings for seasonal Park Collection Attendants. Duties include providing visitor information at Fish Lake Park, collecting parking fees, deposits, and conducting surveys.

Must be good with people and have math skills.

Opens restrooms, cleans and ready the restrooms and park shelter. Post shelter reservations.

Must be 16+ years of age. Weekends and Holidays. Applicants must be available to work through Labor Day. $15.00 per hour.

Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us by May 31, 2020.

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Chisago County has an opening for a full time Social Worker in Child Protection Services. Duties include assessing needs for services to families and children, providing emergency services and placement as needed, completing CHIPS petitions, representing agency/unit in court, and providing afterhours CPS and on-going case management. Desired Qualifications: Master¡Çs degree or Bachelor¡Çs degree in social work or related field; supervised field placement providing case management services targeting child welfare. $22.29 to $34.18 DOQ. Apply online by May 1, 2020 on Minnesota Merit System¡Çs website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem Job ID 01113.

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1. This osprey couple has a nest at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park in Centerville. Area photographer LeAnn Michael and her son Nathan Michael watched the two take turns eating together April 9.

— LeAnn Michael, submitted 2. Victor Gardens resident Marilyn Acker spotted this new occupant in her birdhouse last week. — Marilyn Acker, submitted 3. American Legion Post 620 in Hugo recently reminded residents with their sign to stay safe and offered “air hugs.”

— Gregory Burmeister, submitted

4-5. Lino Lakes residents Amy Kellems and her daughter Kylie, 12, were outside playing Pokémon Go on April 10 when they were pulled over in the driveway due to multiple calls about a suspicious car in the neighborhood. The next day, the two received this Pokémon cake on their doorstep as an apology for calling the police. — Amy Kellems, Submitted 6-8. Centerville resident Pam Carlson and her husband Mike spent their Easter weekend bringing Easter cheer to residents in Hugo, Centerville and Lino Lakes. In photo 6, Citizen Editor Shannon Granholm’s pups get their yearly photo with the Easter Bunny.

In photo 7, Hugo resident Viola Gralish was surprised to find the Easter Bunny outside her door April 11. Her daughter set up the surprise to cheer her up. Gralish was bummed she couldn’t host her big Easter celebration and egg hunt this year. In photo 7, Everleigh, 1, didn't know what to think about the Easter Bunny.

Also pictured is her father, George Borash of Hugo. — Shannon Granholm, Press Publications 9. A Lino Lakes resident keeps watch on the traffic on County Road 14, just north of the Lake Peltier boat launch March 31.

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