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Hugo resident pursues ‘sweet’ baking adventure BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR
HUGO — After Uptown Girl Cupcakes & Desserts closed shop in White Bear Lake, a local resident had to decide what was next in her baking adventure. Robin Udstuen worked at Uptown Girl for two and a half years under Melynda Harjes. “I learned a lot from her,” she said. Harjes closed the shop in May as the business was interfering with her other job. Udstuen thought about potentially becoming a baker at a store, but didn’t want to join a “cookie cutter” production. She also wanted to make sure that whatever direction she went, she would not interfere with her and her husband John’s other business, off-brand snack food distributing. After some encouragement from Harjes, her husband, and friends and family, she decided to open up a business in her home and named it Sugar Fairy. Although Udstuen has always considered herself a cook, her love of baking developed when
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Sugar Fairy has been up and running for a little over a month. The name Sugar Fairy was her youngest son’s idea. “We had a shared space (at Uptown
When well-loved White Bear Lake booster Deb Stender succumbed to stroke at age 46 last February, the shock around the community was palpable. Here was a strong, healthy woman who one day was planning events like Marketfest and Township Day, and the next undergoing emergency surgery to remove a blood clot in her brain. “No one can tell me why she suffered a stroke,” said Stender’s husband Jeff. “She didn’t have high blood pressure, she ate well and exercised. Doctors told me it can happen to anyone.” Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States, next to heart disease and cancer. There are two types: ischemic and hemorrhagic. About 87 percent of strokes are ischemic, in which a blood clot blocks blood flow to the brain. These strokes are treated with a clot-buster medication called tissue
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For a little over a month now, Robin Udstuen has run her business Sugar Fairy out of her home in Hugo.
she was planning for her youngest son’s high school graduation party. “I started making different flavors each weekend and we would have a couple friends over to try them. I had them put them in ‘yes or no’ piles.
Well, everything ended up in the ‘yes’ pile,” she said. “It was really fun after you got through the stress of everything.” She made 17 different kinds of cupcakes and arranged them into a football display.
Former Lino Lakes ambassador interns with dolphins BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR
A former 2013-14 Miss Lino Lakes Ambassador was on cloud nine this spring when an idea became a reality. Wyoming resident Rachel Huset, a 2014 Forest Lake grad, interned with Island Dolphin Care (IDC) in Key Largo, Florida, for six weeks in March and April. “Ever since I was 11 or 12 I have wanted to work with dolphins. Throughout school I realized sciences really weren’t my thing,” she recalled. “I didn’t really think about animal behavior or anything else at that point, and I am not really an animal person: I am a dolphin person.” While in high school, Huset was a personal care attendant (PCA) for a young girl with disabilities and found another passion. “It sparked my interest. I developed this joy and love for being around people with disabilities. They bring a different outlook
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The Citizen visited Oneka Elementary School Friday, Sept. 7th to ask the following questions: • What fun things did you do over the summer? • How do you feel about summer coming to an end and school starting back up? • What are you looking forward to about this school year?
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“I went to Branson and played outside.”
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“I got to play with my friends and went on vacation to Hackensack, Minnesota.”
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“Not sad, just happy because school is fun sometimes.” “I get to see all my friends.”
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Centerville Elementary students share back-to-school feelings The Citizen visited Centerville Elementary School Thursday, Sept. 6, to ask pupils the following questions: • What fun things did you do over the summer? • How do you feel about summer coming to an end and school starting back up? • What are you looking forward to about this school year?
Michael, kindergarten
Ethan, first grade
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“I went to the cabin and played soccer.” “I am happy summer is over because I want to meet new friends.” “I am excited to play at recess.”
Owen, third grade
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“I went to Illinois to visit Abraham Lincoln and I did a lot of stuff with the Boy Scouts.”
“My cousin visited from Vancouver and we went to Door County. I also went to Great Wolf Lodge to celebrate my sister going into kindergarten.”
“I am both happy and sad. I am happy because I get to make new friends and sad because I don't get to play as much.” “I am excited to go to grandma and grandpa's and go on field trips.”
“I am both happy and sad about school.” “I am excited for this school year because my three best friends are in my class.”
Natalia, third grade
Anna, fifth grade
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“I went to Mexico to visit my grandparents, had a birthday party and went to a cabin.” “I am sad about school because I like playing outside.” “I am looking forward to making new friends because my best friends aren't in my class.”
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“I went to my cabin a lot and had fun playing soccer with my friends.” “I am happy summer is over because I get to see all of my friends.” “I am excited about going to Laurentian (Environmental Center) and Track and Field Day.”
COMMUNITY BRIEFS Veterans benefits: What you need to know
Katharine Tighe and F. Scott Fitzgerald’s big break
Keystone Place at LaValle Fields will host an information session for veterans and their families on veterans benefits from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19. The presenter will be Steve Despiegelaere, assistant county veterans service officer. During the session, attendees will learn about essential information about the aid and attendance pension benefit and how to qualify. Space is limited, RSVP to 651-888-6557. Keystone Place is located at 14602 Finale Ave. N, Hugo.
Mary Jane LaVigne will talk about Katharine Tighe, one of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s oldest friends, whose revisions to his fi rst novel helped launch his literary career, from 6-7 p.m. Sept. 24 at the White Bear Lake Library. LaVigne’s summer girlhood spent in Dellwood and on Manitou Island is also a part of this story. The event is free but donations are welcome. For more information, contact 651407-5327 or visit www.whitebearhistory.org or www.facebook.com/whitebearhistory. The White Bear Lake Library is located at 2150 Second St.
Check out Cub Scouts From 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, around 2,000 volunteers will welcome new Cubs in more than 700 joining events at elementary schools throughout the greater Twin Cities metro area. Parents of boys and girls in grades K-5 are encouraged to attend one of these events to learn how Scouting can benefit their children and to sign their kids up for Cub Scouts. Of the roughly 400 Cub Packs in Northern Star Scouting, about 300 (75 percent) will welcome girls this fall, including one or more in most neighborhoods. Girls and boys and their parents are welcome at all 700 joining events — at every elementary school in Northern Star’s 25-county area. Volunteers will help parents find a Pack that best meets their needs. Parents can also register their children online immediately by visiting www. JoinCubs.org.
PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS 408 DWI arrests over Labor Day weekend To educate drivers on the dangers of drunk driving and the necessity to plan a safe ride home in advance, a statewide extra enforcement and awareness campaign took place Aug. 17 – Sept. 2. Preliminary numbers show there were 14 deaths during the two-week extra enforcement period with two alcohol-related fatalities, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. That compares with seven alcohol-related fatalities during the 2017 extra DWI enforcement period. During Labor Day weekend (Friday evening – Tuesday morning), officers, deputies and troopers made 408 DWI arrests, bringing the year-to-date total to 18,130.
70 percent of summer motorcycle fatalities not wearing helmet During the 100 deadliest days (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day) on Minnesota roads, preliminary numbers show 116 people lost their lives, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. That’s 52 percent of all traffic fatalities so far in 2018 in Minnesota. The 116 fatalities compared to 121 road deaths for the same time period in 2017. • At least eight are known to be distraction-related. • 32 are speed-related. • 30 are alcohol-related. • 17 motorists were not wearing their seatbelts. • 40 were motorcyclists. Of the 40 motorcyclists who died, 28 (70 percent) were not wearing a helmet.
The educated caregiver: Planning for the future Keystone Place at LaValle Fields will host an information session on how to be an educated caregiver and plan for the future from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26. The presenter will be Sheila Kelly, an estate planning and elder law attorney from White Bear Lake. Kelly will discuss the important estate planning documents that should be regularly updated and answer common questions such as: Should I have a will? Why would I set up a trust? What is a financial power of attorney? What happens if I don’t have a will? And, how often should I revisit my estate plan? Space is limited, RSVP to 651-888-6557.
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showing of the movie “Moana” Friday, Sept. 28, at Hanifl Fields Athletic Park, 7032 137th St. N., Hugo. Before the movie, the public is invited to see squad cars and fi re trucks. The movie will begin at 7:30 p.m. and there will be a bonfi re and snacks. Attendees are asked to bring their own blankets or chairs.
White Bear Area Historic House Tour 2018 The White Bear Area Historic House Tour will be from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30. The public is invited to tour 10 fantastic sites on and around White Bear Lake including grand estates, quaint cottages and beautiful lake homes, plus a bonus site you won’t want to miss. Advance tickets are $25 for the public and $20 for WBLAHS members, or $30 for all the day of tour. To purchase advance tickets, visit squareup.com/store/whitebearhistory, call 651-407-5327 or visit the White Bear Lake Armory, located at 2228 Fourth St.
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road trip out west reawakened an appreciation for the vast canopy of sky and beautiful vistas that stretch out for miles into the distance. It felt like whatever angst and worries that were weighing heavily before the journey were gradually shed and symbolically cast off into the wind with the simple act of driving through the open landscape. After traveling across more than a thousand miles of arid and sometimes stark terrain, the return back home provided a fresh and enhanced appreciation for the lush, green, lake- and tree-filled landscape that we are surrounded by on a daily basis. The relative freedom of youth Angle of allowed me to respond to the strong feelings of wanderlust I experiView enced in my late teens and into my mid-twenties. Although I somePaul Dols times felt I was going against the grain of mainstream (and parental) expectations of what I should be doing with my life, I’ve never regretted pursuing and taking advantage of opportunities to travel. I’m still grateful for the experiences and people I met during visits to awe-inspiring places in the United States, Canada, Mexico and various countries overseas including Greece, Italy, Germany, France and the U.K. I believe that a combination of youthful energy, trust and timing were at play, but looking back I’m still amazed at how many of the people I met while traveling — in both in the United States and overseas — were open and willing to share information and even invite me into their lives. After an off-season December hiking trip down into the Grand Canyon, I experienced car trouble in Flagstaff, Arizona. While waiting at the shop for the repair prognosis, the phone rang and the man behind the counter said it was for me. I found this rather perplexing because in the pre-cellphone era, the odds of anyone knowing my location were infinitesimally small. To my surprise, a woman who I’d earlier had a brief conversation with when she stopped at the shop, was calling to offer assistance while I waited for my car to be repaired. As it turned out, the part needed to complete the repair was not immediately available, so I gratefully accepted her help; she and her friends and extended family offered me exceptionally kind and generous hospitality. A couple of years later, while traveling in northern Greece, the photographer in the village I was visiting graciously introduced me to local residents and also invited me along to learn and help him photograph a wedding. These are just two of the many examples of kindness and hospitality I experienced while traveling, that greatly outnumber any incidents of rudeness, hostility or conflict. While I genuinely appreciate the value and benefits of far-flung travel, lately my inclination is to look a little closer to home for travel opportunities. I firmly believe there are world-class attractions and opportunities right in our own backyard — if you’re willing to look with a fresh perspective. Working on the autumn edition of Savour magazine, a quarterly magazine produced by Press Publications, this perspective was reaffirmed. While helping to compile and produce pages dedicated to celebrating creativity and promoting local vineyards, orchards, restaurants and businesses, it became apparent that the abundance of activities, destinations and events within a short drive throughout this area are undeniably impressive. However, within this relatively idyllic landscape some patience on the road and neighborly courtesy are essential for all of us. If you happen to live near a popular destination, it’s probably reasonable to expect temporary traffic delays from time to time during the high season; and if you’re visiting one of these destinations in our communities, please remember that you’re probably driving through someone’s neighborhood. Paul Dols is photojournalist/website editor for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-407-1238 or photos@presspubs.com.
Our school district’s future in focus
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ith students back in the classroom for the 2018-19 academic year, we are excited for the many opportunities for learning slated to happen this year. Three priorities — the district-wide work related to the district’s Strategic Plan, our comprehensive facilities review and planning process, and additional attention to safety and security — are especially poised to put our in focus. Movers and future Last year, more Shakers than 200 district staff and community members came Wayne together to particiKazmierczak pate in building the district’s strategic l i process, allowing us to planning start this year strong as we begin implementation of a new Strategic Plan unanimously approved by the School Board last spring. Core to the district’s plan are our efforts to ensure each student is the primary agent in their learning, provide expanding access to a broad range of opportunities for all students, foster community engagement and partnerships, and build organizational capacity. We will also embrace all cultures with humility and respect, ensure learning environments enhance students’ educational experience, engage families as partners in the education of their children, and ensure the social and emotional growth of our students. Our projected enrollment growth
the district on safety initiatives. The new supervisor will be responsible for coordinating the District’s emergency preparedness program, leading emergency and safety planning and strategies, and conducting emergency-related training sessions and drills. This position will also play a crucial role as we work to build on our already excellent relationships with first responders and local law enforcement agencies. Efforts are also being made to provide additional tools to students. Beginning this fall, all middle school and high school students have access to a new electronic form, the Student Well-Being Tip Line, to report concerns regarding mental health, chemical use, social isolation, bullying, and harassment. While students may also continue to report concerns in person to an administrator, counselor, social worker or teacher, we anticipate this additional electronic avenue to report concerns will help students feel even more safe in reaching out. The Tip Line is another way we strive to give students what they need to feel comfortable, safe, and empowered in our school environment, as helping us ensure the well-being of all students is a focus for the district moving forward. To get involved or learn more about these initiatives and others, find information on the district’s website, www.isd624.org. We invite you to help us put our future in focus. Dr. Wayne A. Kazmierczak is superintendent of White Bear Lake Area Schools.
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underscores the need for a comprehensive facilities review and planning process that will be kicked off this fall and continue throughout the year. The district worked with a local company this summer to collect data about our facilities, which included conducting walkthroughs at each of our buildings and meeting with building and program leaders. Next steps include community involvement, with engagement efforts taking place in order to collect input from the community at large. A facility planning committee comprised of a trio of teams will focus on the areas of learning spaces, community spaces, and physical conditions. The district will kick off this engagement process the week of Sept. 10 with an invitation for community members to join in this important work. Information about ways you can be involved, including an application process for the facilities planning committee team members, can be found at http://www.isd624.org/news/index. asp?DocID=2415. After thorough discussions and studies take place over the next several months, the three teams will identify the greatest needs throughout the district, develop potential solutions, and make recommendations to the School Board. It will be at that time that the School Board discusses a potential bond question to be on the ballot in the fall of 2019 or later. Another district priority to highlight is additional attention to school safety and security. Over the summer, a Safety and Emergency Supervisor was hired to work throughout
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again time for football. Players from high school to college to the pros are hard at work on and off the field, learning plays and building up their endurance. Unfortunately, the return of professional football has brought the return of the political hot potato regarding what players do or don’t do during the national anthem. Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick began kneeling in 2016 during the playing of the national anthem as a way to call attention to police brutality and racial injustice. Several reports from 2016 said that Kaepernick kneeled after being told by a veteran that this was the most respectful method to protest during the anthem. The anthem protest quickly devolved into a referendum on patriotism. President Trump fueled this misdirection, painting the protesters as spoiled millionaires who hated their nation, urging owners to fi re protesters. NFL owners have made the situation worse by their mixed signals on the issue.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
I would like to state enthusiastic support for Ami Wazlawik, candidate for State Representative from District 38B. Hugo has long been overlooked in St. Paul, and Ami will forward the interests of our community, especially in the neglected areas of transportation, conservation, education, health
care and senior issues. Ami Wazlawik is energetic, informed on the issues that affect us and an honest, fresh agent who will promote the interests of our growing community. I recommend a vote for her in November — it will be a good thing for all of us! Kenneth A. Harris Hugo
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The Washington County Board of Commissioners continued review of the 2019 budget Sept. 4, reviewing budgets for the library, Law Library and the Department of Property Records and Taxpayer Services. The board began work on the 2019 budget Aug. 14. Commissioners will review the recommended budget of separate departments throughout August and September, and set a preliminary property tax levy Sept. 18. Once the preliminary levy is set, it may be lowered, but cannot be raised in the final budget vote. The recommended net property tax levy would increase by 5.47 percent over the 2018 levy, and would result in a drop of the county’s tax rate by 1.5 percent. If approved, it would be the fi fth year in the last six that the county’s tax rate decreased. Should the recommended levy be approved, the impact on the owner of the median valued home in the county, which is $273,200, would be an increase of $36 a year in county taxes, offset by a $1 reduction in the county’s Regional Rail Authority levy. That is based on the average home’s value increasing by 5.7 percent during the past year. The increase in the levy is spurred in part by service demands from a population that grew 1.5 percent during the last year, and inflationary costs of goods and services that is currently close to 3 percent annually. The proposed 2019 budget for the library is $8.2 million. Initiatives for 2019 include
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Free speech isn’t always pretty. In some cases, it’s downright ugly. If you disagree with Mr. Jones about what he says, fine. But unless he is directly breaking the law, he has every right to say what he thinks. NFL players have every right to kneel or stay in the locker room during the national anthem. Peaceful protests are the way that social injustices can be discussed. If we can talk to each other, we can fi nd common ground. The Constitution guarantees these rights to all Americans. Good people have died to ensure these rights for generations. We need to be wary of anyone who wants to “protect us” by taking these rights away, no matter how well intended they may seem.
community engagement kits, and collaborative space updates at R.H. Stafford branch in Woodbury and Hardwood Creek branch in Forest Lake. The county will also use $1.2 million to make improvements at Valley Branch Library, and work will continue on upgrading the Park Grove and Wildwood libraries. The Law Library, which is located in the Government Center in Stillwater, has a proposed budget of $320,000. It is supported primarily by court fines and fees, and expenditures are for personnel, materials, and services. The Department of Property Records and Taxpayer Services has just more than 100 employees, who work in service and license centers around the county, as well as in the Government Center in Stillwater, providing licensing, vital records, election services, taxation and property records services. The department is proposing expenditures of $8.4 million for personnel, and $1.6 million for materials and professional services. Of that, 65 percent is paid for with non-levy fees, such as fees and payments from cities for property valuation services. The department added 6.5 positions during 2018 to manage changes in the state licensing and registration system used in the county’s licensing centers. Future challenges will be managing the increased time needed to process Real IDs, and the 2020 national and local elections. A public hearing on the county’s budget will be conducted Dec. 4, and the fi nal budget will be adopted Dec. 11. From press release
County celebrates Library Card Sign-up Month The Washington County Board of Commissioners recognized September as Library Card Sign-up Month Sept. 4. The month is noted as a time when the American Library Association and libraries across the country remind parents that a library card is the most important school supply of all. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Library Card Sign-up Month, a national observance that was launched in 1987 to ensure that every child obtain a library card and use it. More information on Washington County libraries can be found at www.washcolib.org.
Washington County’s draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan survey still open Washington County residents are asked to provide input on the county’s draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan update on a survey that is open until the end of September.The full draft plan, individual chapters, brief informational videos and an online survey are all available on the county’s website, with the online survey open through Sept. 30. Prior to submitting the comprehensive plan update to the Metropolitan Council, a public hearing will be conducted in the Washington County Government Center, likely in November. Plans must be submitted to the Metropolitan Council by the end of the year. To view the draft plan and informational videos, and to take the online survey, see www.co.washington.mn.us and search “comprehensive plan.”
JDog to host grand opening and ribbon-cutting JDog Junk Removal White Bear Lake will host its grand opening and ribbon-cutting from 3-6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20. Free food and drinks will be provided along with the telling of the JDog story and a tour of the warehouse. The White Bear Lake ribbon-cutting will be at 4 p.m. and the Northeast Metro ribbon-cutting will be at 5 p.m. Guests are invited to bring care package items for the Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network to send to troops; the more items you bring, the more raffle tickets you will receive. RSVPs are appreciated. Call 651-412-5364. The warehouse is located at 160 83rd Ave. No. 110, Fridley.
CHURCH BRIEF New Life Fall Festival New Life Church-Lutheran (LCMS) invites everyone to celebrate the change of seasons by attending its Fall Festival from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7. The festival will include games, hayrides, bounce house, chili and pie contest, and dinner. LCMS is located at 6000 N 148th St., Hugo.
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ree speech has been in the news again this past week on both ends of the spectrum. Alex Jones, a radio and internet host, was banned by Apple, Facebook, Spotify and YouTube this past week. Jones is considered by some to be a “conservative and conspiracy theorist.” Jones believes the mass shooting at Sandy Hook elementary was staged. Jones was banned for promoting violence and hate speech. The Guardian reported Facebook unpublished four pages run by Jones for “repeated violations of community standards.” YouTube terminated Jones’s account over him repeatedly appearing in videos despite being
subject to a 90-day ban from the website, and Spotify removed the entirety of one of Jones’s podcasts for “hate content.” Social media sites are coming under pressure resulting from revelations that groups involved with foreign nations used their platforms to manipulate and influence the 2016 presidential Movers and election. Jones was banned by violating Shakers “community standards” clauses in user Tom Stangl agreements that we all agree to, but very few of us ever read. These actions are seen by some as a way for social media companies to change the discussion from being about them to be about the “good” they are doing in policing their websites. As the reporting on Jones was being done, an old free speech headline received new life. It’s nearly once
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HUGO, CENTERVILLE & LINO LAKES GROWING TEFFLA AT WALDOCH FARM
When: 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 Where: Waldoch Farm, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes Details: Annual event to support The Education Foundation of the Forest Lake Area includes music, wine and beer tasting and local foods. Contact: teffla.org
SAL OMELET BREAKFAST
When: 9 a.m.-noon Sunday, Sept. 16 Where: Hugo American Legion, 5383 140th St. Details: $7/omelet and $4/french toast. Other items at affordable prices. Contact: 651-255-1432
INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING
When: 1-3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 17 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn the basics of kayaking boat safety, basic strokes, bracing and which boat is best. Ages 16+. $25; registration required. Contact: 763-324-3350; anokacountyparks.com
HUGO SENIOR CLUB
When: 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 17 and the third Monday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre — Located 1.5 miles east of Hwy. 61 on Co. Road 8 at the east end of the Hugo Public Works Building Details: Meeting to discuss upcoming events. Refreshemnts will be served and games will be played. Contact: Barb @ 651429-0883 or barbconnolly 1958@yahoo.com
BIRDING BY BOAT
When: 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Sept. 19 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Access areas by canoe and kayak that
other birder’s can’t to see waterfowl, shorebirds and upland bird species. Equipment provided. $10/person; registration required. All ages. Contact: 763-324-3350; anokacountyparks.com
HUGO SENIOR CITIZENS PLAY ‘500’
When: 12:45 p.m., Sept. 20, and the 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre - located 1 1/2 miles east of Hwy. 61 on Cty. Road 8 at the east end of Hugo Public Works Building Details: Hugo seniors meet to play “500.” Refreshments and coffee will be served. All senior citizens from the area are invited. Bring a friend. Contact: Barb @ 651429-0883 or barbconnolly 1958@yahoo.com
AMERICAN LEGION SPAGHETTI DINER
When: 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20 Where: Hugo American Legion, 5383 140th St. Details: All you can eat spaghetti, salad & rolls. $8/adults; $4/children. Contact: 651-255-1432
SCHOOL NIGHT FOR SCOUTING
When: Thursday, Sept. 20 Where: All area elementary schools Details: Annual recruitment event for boys and girls in grades K-5 to join Cub Scouts. Every child who signs up will receive a free T-shirt. Sign-up also available online. Contact: joincubs.org
PUMPKIN PATCH AND CORN MAZE
When: Open daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept.22-Oct. 31 Where: Waldoch Farm, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes Details: Corn maze, farm dig sand box, pedal carts, spiderweb, mini maze, corn box, barnyard and more. Com-
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plimentary hayrides to pumpkin patch on weekends. Contact: 651-780-1207 or waldochfarm.com
CRIBBAGE
When: 12:45 p.m. Monday, Sept. 24 and the 4th Monday of every month. Where: Rice Lake Centre - located 1 1/2 miles east of Hwy. 61 on Cty. Road 8 at the east end of Hugo Public Works Building Details: All senior citizens from Hugo and surrounding communities are invited to join us for an afternoon of Cribbage. Coffee and refreshments will be served. Contact: 651-429-4413. If you are from Centerville and need a ride, contact Pete Nadeau at 651-4291514. Contact: 651-429-4413
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28 Where: Hanifl Fields Athletic Park, 7032 137th St. N., Hugo Details: Join the Washington County Sheriff’s Department and Hugo Fire Department for a free showing of the movie “Moana.” See squad cars and fire trucks follwed by the movie at 7:30 p.m. Bonfire and snacks. Bring blankets or chairs. Parents/guardian must attend. Contact: ci.hugo. mn.us/parks_rec
FAT TIRE BIKING
When: 1-3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29 Where: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, 7373 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Cover basic riding skills on a fat tire bike. Ages 16+. $25/ person; registration required. Contact: 763-324-3350; anokacountyparks.com
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Tour de Hugo WHEN: Rides begin at 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 WHERE: Lions Park, 5524 Upper 146th St., Hugo DETAILS: Choice of bike rides
Where: Waldoch Farm, 8174 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes Details: No fright, only fun. Bring a flashlight. Contact: 651-780-1207 orwaldochfarm.com
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION
When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 6 Where: Hugo Public Works Garage, 6900 137th St. N., Hugo Details: Satellite collections bring services offered at the Washington County Environmental Center closer to residents, making it easier to dispose of household hazardous waste and electronics. Contact: co.washin gton.mn.us
NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY TAKE ME TO THE RIVER
When: Noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29 Where: Hugo Lion’s Park, 5524 Upper 146th St N Details: Free BBQ, live music by Two Dollar Tight, raffle and more. Donations welcome and support the Yellow Ribbon Network.
When: Three weekend event, Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 8-23; time varies Where: Along St. Croix River from Hudson to Taylors Falls Details: Celebration of art and music; many activities and events against a backdrop of autumn foliage. Some events require tickets. Contact: 651-439-1465 or artreachstcroix.org
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BBQ COOKOUT AND FUNDRAISER
When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30 Where: Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park, 5970 LaMotte Drive, Centerville. Details: Hike the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve. Hike goes about 5 miles and last approx. 1 1/2-2 hours. Contact: 651-335-8079
FLASHLIGHT NIGHT IN THE CORN MAZE
When: Last entry 9 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 5 & 12 and Saturdays, Oct. 6 & 13
When: 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; 10-11 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, Sept. 8-Oct. 21 Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard, 450 Apple Orchard Road, Dellwood Details: Wagon rides run continuously. Contact: 651-429-7202 or www.pinetreeapple orchard.com
includes various scenic routes and 6, 20, 35, 50 or 62.2-mile distances throughout the Hugo area. Kids party.
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NORTHSTAR ERICA SUNSHINE LEE When: 8-9:30 p.m. FriWATERMEDIA NATIONAL day, Sept. 14 JURIED EXHIBITION Where: Big Wood BrewOPENING RECEPTION
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: 4th annual exhibition showcases work of local artists. Exhibit runs Sept. 10-Oct. 18. Contact: 651-429-1569 or whitebeararts.org
ery, 2222 4th St., White Bear Lake Details: Free performance by country music singer and Nashville recording artist Erica Lee. Contact: http:// bigwoodbrewery.com/ event/erica-sunshinelee-2018-09/
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When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 13-30 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Lakeshore Players Theatre performance set in Berlin’s delightfully seedy Kit Kat Klub in 1930s Berlin. Tickets $20; preview tickets $15. Contact: 651-429-5674 or www.lakeshore players.com
WYOMING STAGECOACH DAYS
When: Sept.14-16 Where: Downtown Wyoming, Viking Boulevard and Highway 61 Details: Live music, food and craft vendors, kiddie parade, petting zoo, fireworks. Contact: wyoming stagecoachdays.com
OKTOBERFEST AT THE GASTHAUS
When: 5-11 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, Noon-6 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 14-16 and Sept. 21-23 Where: Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter Restaurant, 8390 Lofton Ave. Stillwater Details: Festival tent, German food, beer and oompah music. Sundays are family days with face painting and live music. Contact: 651-439-7128 or gasthausbavarianhunter. com
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 Where: Forest Lake Transit Center, 19955 Forest Road N. Details: Satellite collections bring services offered at the Washington County Environmental Center closer to residents, making it easier to dispose of household hazardous waste and electronics. Contact: co.washington.mn.us
ANNUAL NORTH OAKS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL GUILD II RUMMAGE SALE
When: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 and 9 a.m.2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16 Where: Shoreview Ice Arena, 877 Highway 96 W, Shoreview Details: Has generated more than $1 million for the Children’s Hospital Association. Contact: 651-484-3792 or www.northoaksrummagesale.org
HISTORY STROLL
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, Pine and Third Streets, Stillwater Details: Walk along the neighborhoods in Stillwater to learn about the unique homes and hear stories of the people who lived in them. Each stroll will be approximately 45 minutes, and include some stair climbing along
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Details: Free family fun with music, food, magician, kids activities and more. Contact: 651-762-9141 or saintandrews.org
SPIRIT OF THE ST. CROIX ART FESTIVAL
When: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 23 Where: Lakefront Park, downtown Hudson. Details: Free. More than 65 juried artists, entertainment, food vendors and more. Contact: 715-386-8411 or thephipps.org/events/ art-fair
45th Annual Marine Art Fair
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H2O FOR LIFE WATER BALL
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 WHEN: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, DETAILS: Fundraiser for Marine Where: McNamara Sept. 15 and Sunday, Sept. 16 Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Alumni Center, UniverDepartment. Outdoor juried event; sity of Minnesota 200 SE WHERE: downtown Marine on St. multiple artists and craftspeople. Oak St., Minneapolis Croix Details: Proceeds proCONTACT: marineonstcroix.org vide local youth the opportunity to learn about local water issues and the global water crisis, and day, Sept. 19 a mile-long route offering following Mass, silent participate in meaningful Where: Jimmy’s Event global service learning auction, boutique, raffles, views and history highCenter, 1132 E. Co. Road bakery bingo. Turkey lights. At noon, enjoy an projects providing water E, Vadnais Heights dinner noon-2:30 p.m. informal presentation and sanitation for partDetails: Meet represen- ner schools around the $10/adults; $5/kids. Kids on the architecture tatives from employers games and activities at featured in the Historic world. Dinner, silent and and organizations look10 a.m. including inflatCourthouse’s temporary live auction and program. ing for job candidates for Tickets $85 by Sept. 14. exhibit, “People & Places: ables, cake walk, horse a range of job opportuniArchitecture in Washing- derby, bean bag toss and Contact: 651-756-7577 or more. Grand raffle draw- ties, plus resources and ton County.” h2oforlifeschools.org services to improve your ing at 3 p.m. Contact: co.washing BEARPOWER success. Contact: 651-427-7771 ton.mn.us HARVEST PARTY Contact: 651-407-1200 or www.stmarys-wbl.org PRAIRIE BURN When: Noon-3 p.m. or presspubs.com or MUSIC FESTIVAL SENIOR CENTER Sunday, Sept. 23 vhedc.org OPEN HOUSE When: Noon- 10 p.m. Where: White Bear When: 9-11 a.m. TuesPUBLIC TOUR OF Saturday, Sept. 15 Area YMCA Community CENTURY COLLEGE day, Sept. 18 Where: YMCA Camp Garden, 2100 Orchard Ln. When: 3:30-4:30 p.m., Where: White Bear St. Croix, 532 Co. Road F, Details: Free meal Thursday, Sept. 20 Senior Center, 2484 E. Hudson, Wisconsin prepared by local chefs Where: Century ColDetails: Family-friend- County Road F using locally grown prolege Lincoln Mall, East Details: Tour the sely festival includes folk duce. Open to all; while campus nior center, enjoy treats and bluegrass music, supplies last. Details: Behind the and learn about activifood and drinks, games Contact: https://bit. ties, classes and services. Scenes Tour includes ly/2MoF9YI and camp activities. HVAC and Facilities Contact: 651-653-3121 Contact: 715-386-4380 TEDTALK TUESDAY Engineering, Orthotics or whitebearsenior or ymcamn.org When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. & Prosthetics, Solar program.org ONE LAST TRI Tuesday, Sept. 25 Energy, Kopp TechnolWhen: 8:30 a.m. SunMINDFULNESS FOR Where: Wildwood ogy Center, Innovation PEACE AND PRESENCE Classrooms, Fab Lab/ day, Sept. 16 Library, 763 Stillwater When: 6-7 p.m. TuesWhere: Ramsey County Road, Mahtomedi Engineering and Dental days, Sept. 18-Oct. 16 Beach, White Bear Lake Details: View and Simulation Lab. RSVP Where: Northeast Details: Offers two discuss a TEDTalk video Contact: 651-779-5532 distances: 400 yard swim, Youth and Family Serwith others at this free or century.edu 13.6 mile bike and 5k run; vices, 3490 Lexington monthly event. RSVP enST. ANDREW’S Ave. N., Shoreview or 800 yard swim, 27.25 couraged, Refreshments BLOCK PARTY Details: Five-session mile bike and 10k run. provided. When: 4-7 p.m. Friday, class on mindfulness: Contact: trifitnesswbl. Contact: info@tedx Sept. 21 a state of active, open mahtomedi.com com Where: St. Andrews attention on the present BOOYA FESTIVAL Lutheran Church, 900 that can reduce anxiety, When: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 Stillwater Road, Mahtoincrease focus and imp.m. Sunday, Sept. 16 medi prove relationships. $50; Where: Gethsemane registration required. United Methodist Contact: 651-486-3808 GET UP TO Church, 7330 Lake Drive, or nyfs.org UP TO 60 MONTHS $ Lino Lakes OR INTEREST-FREE CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX Details: Booya and IN REBATES AND FINANCING** other food, silent auction, HOT ROD & VINTAGE TAX CREDITS* ® bake sale, cake walk and CAR SHOW with purchase of a Lennox home comfort system. When: 3-8 p.m. other activities. Open to Wednesdays, Sept. 19 the public. Where: Lowell Park, Contact: 651-784-7667 downtown Stillwater or gum.church Details: Admire ST. MARY OF THE LAKE vintage and hot rod cars, food vendors, live music FALL FESTIVAL “Experts in Indoor Air Comfort Since 1974” When: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (6 to 8 p.m.), free festiviwww.4seasonsairwbl.com | (651) 426-5254 ties. Sunday, Sept. 16 Offer expires 11/23/2018. Where: St. Mary of the Contact: discover *Rebate requires purchase of qualifying items by 11/23/18 and submission of a completed rebate form (with proof of purchase) to www.lennoxconsumerrebates.com no later than 12/14/18. Rebate is paid in the form of a Lennox Visa prepaid debit card. Card is Lake Parish Center, 4690 stillwater.com subject to terms and conditions found or referenced on card and expires 12 months after issuance. Conditions apply. See www. lennox.com for complete rebate terms and conditions. **Offer available 9/3/18 – 11/23/18. Requires purchase of qualifying system. Bald Eagle Ave., White Financing available to well-qualified buyers on approved credit. No down payment required. 0% APR for 60 months, with equal monthly payments. Normal late charges apply. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offer. Minimum loan amount $1,000. NE METRO JOB FAIR Bear Lake Maximum loan amount $45,000. You may prepay your account at any time without penalty. Financing is subject to credit requirements and satisfactory completion of finance documents. Any finance terms advertised are estimates only. See Truth in Lending disclosures Details: Free breakfast When: 3-7 p.m. Wednes- available from lender for more information.
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WHITE BEAR LAKE LADIES NIGHT OUT
When: Thursday, Sept. 27 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Evening includes shopping local retailers for specials, food, drinks and more. Contact: downtown whitebearlake.com
WHITE BEAR AREA HISTORIC HOUSE TOUR
When: Noon-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30 Details: Tour 10 fabulous homes on and around White Bear Lake, including a grand estate, quaint cottages and beautiful lake homes. Contact: 651-407-5327 or www.whitebear history.org
WHITE BEAR LAKE SHORTEST MARATHON
When: 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 29 Where: Starts at Bald Eagle Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Streets, White Bear Lake Details: One block run/walk benefits the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. $35 donation/adult; $15/ child under 12 includes treats, water, coffee and a T-shirt. Come alone or organize a team. Contact: 651-429-5561 or whitebearfoodshelf. org
GUSTAFER YELLOWGOLD
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: Children’s entertainment show with adult appeal has opened for national musical acts. Tickets $20/adults; $10/ children and free for 2 and under. Contact: 651-269-9888 or wildwoodartistseries. com
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‘AN EVENING OF WONDERS’
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: Magician/ Illusionist Vitaly Beckman performs a show for all ages. Tickets $25/ adults; $20/seniors; $15/ students. Contact: wildwood artistseries.com
BEARPOWER HOMECOMING 6.24K FAMILY WALK/RUN
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 Where: WBLAHS South Campus, 3551 McKnight Road Details: Free fun walk/run for all ages and abilities. First 500 registered participants will get a blanket. Free snacks and refreshments. 9 a.m. check-in for pre-registered participants; 8:30 a.m. for walkin registration. Contact: whitebear. ce.eleyo.com
RIVERTOWN FALL ART FESTIVAL
When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 Where: North Lowell Park, Downtown Stillwater Details: St. Croix Valley’s largest juried art festival features the works of more than 100 artists from around the country and locally made food confections. Contact: 651-430-2306 or rivertownartfestival.com
Ongoing SCENIC WAGON RIDES
When: 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; 10-11 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. When: 2-4:30 p.m. Sun- Tuesdays, Wednesdays day, Sept. 30 & Thursdays, through Where: Rutherford Oct. 21 Elementary School Gym Where: Pine Tree and soccer field, 115 Ruth- Apple Orchard, 450 Apple erford Road, Stillwater Orchard Road, Dellwood Details: Learn the hisDetails: Wagon rides tory of the ancient game run continuously. of Lacrosse, the traditionContact: 651-429-7202 al rules and tools of the or www.pinetreeapple game, and learn to play orchard.com
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HUGO POLICE REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents: • A Coon Rapids man, 33, was cited at 3:22 a.m. Aug. 20 in the 6000 block of 145th Street N. for driving after revocation following a report of a suspicious black pickup truck in the area. While speaking with the complainant, Washington County Sheriff’s deputies observed an approaching black pickup truck matching the complainant’s description and conducted a traffic stop. A computer check showed the motorist in revoked status, and a glance around the inside of the vehicle revealed a red toolbox. The driver, who claimed he was on his way to a construction job, could not identify what was in the red toolbox or what the contents were used for. The reporting party said she saw a black pickup truck parked two houses down and a person leaving the vehicle and approaching a neighbor’s vehicle. The toolbox of mystery contents and other construction tools were taken into evidence and presumed stolen. • A $300 HEPA filter, a $150 vacuum, three duct hanger wire bags valued at $100, and $100 in attachment hardware were recovered by deputies at 4:16 a.m. Aug. 20 in the 6000 block of 145th Circle N. after deputies searched the area and found a construction truck with the same business name as that on a toolbox found in a suspicious black pickup truck one hour earlier that night. When deputies questioned the owner of the construction van, he told them that items had gone missing from his toolbox. The theft victim then identified the tools found in the suspicious vehicle as his. • A Minneapolis man, 35, and a Coon Rapids man, 33, were arrested at 5:30 a.m. Aug. 20 on Goodview Avenue N. at 137th Street N. for gross misdemeanor receiving stolen property after deputies conducted a traffic stop in light of suspicious activity in the area. A neighbor’s surveillance video caught the suspects in the act of stealing outdoor products and a cable spool. The two thieves were also nabbed for stealing a $500 electric cordless hammer drill from a company truck in the 6000 block of 145th Circle N., after yet another victim flagged down deputies while they were in the area and told them his truck had been broken into. A tool with the new complainant’s company name on it was also found in the subjects’ vehicle. • A resident in the 14000 block of Jardin Avenue N. a 5:56 a.m. Aug. 20 reported his house toilet-papered and smeared with a frosting-like substance. The porch posts had been wrapped in plastic and sarcastic words were smeared with the frosting material on various trees and pieces of furniture. The complainant said that his son has had issues with two juvenile males in the neighborhood. After the complainant obtained a description of three local youths and a girl who bought a large amount of toilet paper and spoons from Festival Foods, the youths and girl were invited to the complainant’s home to admit their involvement in the 3:15 a.m. spree and to agree to perform community service for the next several weeks. • A resident in the 8000 block of 157th Street N. at 6:22 a.m. Aug. 20 reported that garbage from a container at the end of the driveway had been strewn about, and a mailbox had been knocked off its post. • A Hugo man, 43, was arrested on a warrant at 10:09 a.m. Aug. 21 on Forest Blvd. N. and 146th Street N. after deputies on patrol spotted the vehicle of a subject they knew to have an active warrant. • A resident in the 14000 block of Homestead Avenue
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at 3:13 p.m. Aug. 21 reported two $100 hammocks stolen from the trees in his yard. There are no suspects. • A Circle Pines woman, 48, was arrested at 9:30 p.m. Aug. 21 in the 4000 block of Elm Drive N. for domestic assault after she and her ex-boyfriend had argued as she was trying to collect her things to move out. Upon seeing the ex-boyfriend sporting a chipped tooth and fresh wound to the top of his head, deputies cuffed the subject and transported her to the Washington County jail. • A resident in the 13000 block of Isleton Avenue N. at 4:31 p.m. Aug. 22 reported that someone posing as law enforcement personnel tried to scam her into divulging personal information. • A resident in the 6000 block of 150th Street N. reported the theft of $15 from the center console of her vehicle after someone had rummaged through it overnight Aug. 22-23. • A White Bear Lake man, 33, is suspected of entering his place of employment in the 15000 block of Freeland Avenue N. overnight Aug. 22-23 and stealing numerous items after video surveillance identified the employee. Items taken include two bit drivers with battery and charger, a Stihl backpack blower, a tank of gas and a set of keys. When deputies contacted the subject, he admitted to entering Nugent Sealcoating and “borrowing” a drill, but hung up on them when questioned about the blower. • A resident in the 6000 block of 150th Street N. reported $10 in change and $350 in four concert tickets stolen from his unlocked vehicle overnight Aug. 22-23. The complainant could provide no suspects, but wanted the incident documented for insurance purposes. • A Hugo man, 23, was arrested at 12:47 a.m. Aug. 23 on Fondant Court N. at Fondant Trail N. for second-degree DWI, driving on a restricted license, driving after revocation and failing to stop at a stop sign after eventually being pulled over for the last violation. The subject first came to the attention of deputies on stationary patrol at 125th Street N. and Fondant Trail N. when he clearly tried to evade them for no apparent reason. The motorist first turned precipitously into an assisted-living residence, then paused, then ran a stop sign, followed by rapid acceleration and a sharp turn into a dead end street. When deputies approached the subject, he lit a cigarette. Although deputies couldn’t smell alcohol due to the cover of cigarette smoke, the subject’s watery, bloodshot eyes gave him away. The motorist admitted to consuming two drinks at Macaluso’s when deputies pointed out the establishment’s wristband on his person. He was given a field sobriety test, on which he performed poorly. When asked why he was trying to evade deputies, the subject told him he was trying to find his girlfriend’s house with his GPS. Records showed the subject with two DWI convictions in the past year. • A resident in the 15000 block of Freedom Drive N. at 2:24 p.m. Aug. 23 reported receiving a cashier’s check in the mail that she thinks was a scam attempt. Deputies advised the complainant to follow up with her banks and to destroy the check. No money was lost. • A St. Paul man, 35, and a Hugo woman, 25, were cited at 7:35 p.m. Aug. 23 in the 14000 block of Fountain Avenue for fifth-degree misdemeanor assault against each other. • Owners of North Valley Inc. reported that their street sweeper had all its glass windows, doors and mirrors broken out overnight Aug. 24-25 on the northwest corner of Harrow Avenue N. and Oneka Lake Blvd. N. after its doors were left unlocked. A witness stated that he had heard a ruckus at approximately 11:00 p.m. Aug. 24 and saw the damaged sweeper at 4:30 a.m. Aug. 25. The witness suspected juveniles, but didn’t actually see the damage occur. • A resident in the 6000 block of 165th Street N. reported the rear left tire of his Saturn punctured by a screwdriver type implement overnight Aug. 24-25. The complainant had a certain suspect in mind, but no proof. Extra patrol was requested. • A resident in the 17000 block of Forest Blvd. N. at 6:26 p.m. Aug. 25 reported that a party to whom he was arranging to sell two $170 e-cigarette units met with him and took off with the items in a dark gray Pontiac without paying for them. The complainant did not obtain the license plate number or any contact information.
• Deputies on patrol at Oneka Elementary Park in the 4000 block of Heritage Parkway at 6:36 p.m. Aug. 25 were able to reunite the purse they found in the park with its rightful owner through various contacts by using Siri on the phone from inside the purse. • A resident in one of the mobile homes in the 15000 block of Forest Blvd. N. at 9:56 p.m. Aug. 25 verbally assaulted deputies for not arresting a man for domestically assaulting his girlfriend in another mobile home. When deputies advised the complainant that they were not aware of any domestics that day involving the parties in that other trailer, he began swearing and becoming hostile with deputies. He told deputies to f--- off and that he didn’t need their help anymore. The subject then retreated to inside his residence and continued to swear at deputies through his windows. Deputies advised the complainant to call back when he could calm down. • An employee at Amian restaurant in the 14000 block of Victor Hugo Blvd. N. at 8:56 p.m. Aug. 26 reported finding a wallet left by a regular customer and asked deputies whether it would be OK to take the wallet to its owner’s home in Centerville. Deputies advised the reporter that it would. • An older model red Schwinn 10-speed bicycle was reported found at 8:12 a.m. Aug. 27 near the intersection of Generation Avenue N. and 150th Street N. Deputies brought the bike to the public works department and will later arrange to bring it to the law enforcement center, as the bike was deemed to have been stolen. • A Hugo man, 47, was arrested at 9:29 a.m. Aug. 27 in the 15000 block of Empress Avenue N. for fifth-degree domestic assault after he punched a woman in the mouth and on another occasion punched her in the chest. The victim told deputies that the punches hurt and that she was in fear. The suspect denied punching the woman. Nevertheless, he was transported to jail without incident. • A Hugo man, 22, was cited at 12:01 a.m. Aug. 28 at the intersection of Frenchman Road and Victor Hugo Blvd. N. for driving after revocation after deputies at the Kwik Trip decided to conduct a random license plate check of the subject and brought up a report showing revoked status. When pulled over, the motorist told deputies he thought he had taken care of everything to reinstate his license. Records showed that he did not, and he was allowed to phone a licensed driver to retrieve his vehicle. • A verbal argument and minor physical altercation between a son’s mom and his girlfriend was reported at 7:55 a.m. Aug. 28 in the 5000 block of 126th Street N. Deputies separated the combatants and mediated a temporary resolution. • A Hugo man, 26, was issued a written warning at 10:16 a.m. Aug. 28 on Finale Avenue N. and Upper 146th Street N. for expired tabs after deputies came upon the vehicle parked in front of a house. When the registered owner of the vehicle approached from one of the houses, he told deputies he was moving in and was short on cash. The subject’s attitude was good, and he assured deputies he would acquire the tabs with funds from his next paycheck. • A suspicious youth riding a bike on northbound Forest Blvd. N. and 145th Street N. at 1:32 a.m. Aug. 29 turned out to be a runaway from Forest Lake for whom that city’s police department had been looking. The youth told deputies that he had just been driving around. When deputies performed a pat-down, they found a filet knife in the youth’s pocket. He told deputies he uses it for self defense. When FLPD officers and the youth’s mother arrived on the scene, he was turned over to her. • The parked car of an Inver Grove Heights man, 29, was cited at 8:14 a.m. Aug. 29 in the 15000 block of Farnham Avenue N. for tabs that expired in April. Deputies left the citation under the driver’s side windshield wiper. • A Hugo girl, 16, was issued a written warning at 9:33 a.m. Aug. 29 on 122nd Street N. and Keller Avenue for speeding. • A Hugo man, 19, was cited at 11:53 p.m. Aug. 29 on northbound Forest Blvd. N. and 175th Street N. for using an electronic communications device while driving, after deputies on patrol observed him having difficulty maintaining his lane. The vehicle crossed completely over the fog line numerous times. Loretta B. Harding
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LINO LAKES POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer stopped a vehicle for a stop sign violation in the 6400 block of Otter Lake Road Aug. 28. The driver fled on foot and was arrested a short time later. The male driver was booked into the Anoka County Jail for third-degree DWI, 0.08 or more, fleeing on foot and a stop sign violation. • A resident reported a jogger became aggressive with her about her dogs being off leash in her yard in the 6300 block of West Shadow Lake Drive Aug. 28 and was made aware of the city ordinance. The jogger was told to call police instead of being aggressive with the dog owner. • Officers responded to a report of a stolen boat in the 600 block of Lois Lane Aug. 29. Officers checked the area and located the boat, which was returned to its owner. The investigation is ongoing. • Officers received a phone call theft from vehicle report from the 7800 block of Marilyn Drive Aug. 29. The investigation is ongoing.
CENTENNIAL LAKES POLICE REPORTS 3. The investigation is pending. • Officers responded to a theft in progress at a local retail store in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Sept.3. An adult female was arrested and booked into jail for various charges, including fi fthdegree possession of a controlled substance, possession of a hypodermic syringe and theft of tools, among other things. • An officer took a theft report from a local business in the 7600 block of Village Drive Aug. 21. The case is currently under investigation. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a lane violation in the 7500 block of Town Center Parkway Aug. 21. The driver was subsequently arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Officers were dispatched to the report of four juvenile males who were acting suspicious in the 7100 block of 21st Avenue Aug. 22. The males were located and warned about trespassing and asked to leave the area.
• Officers were dispatched to a suspicious vehicle whose occupant(s) was looking into mailboxes in the 6100 block of Woodchuck Circle Aug. 29. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate the vehicle.
• An officer responded to a radio call of a male banging and kicking on the complainants door in the 2300 block of Tart Lake Road where children were home alone Aug. 22. The officer arrived and found the male was no longer at the location. The male was subsequently trespassed from the property.
• An officer took a traffic complaint regarding a road rage incident that occurred in the 6000 block of Otter Lake Road Aug. 29. There is currently no suspect information available.
• An officer responded to a complaint of a solicitor going door-to-door without a permit in the 6500 block of Whitetail Trail Aug. 23. The male was located and cited for soliciting without a permit.
• Officers responded to a call of a disorderly female at a local business in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Aug. 30. The female was advised of the complaint and asked to discontinue the behavior.
• An officer responded to a complaint of gunshots in the 2100 block of Chestnut Street Aug. 23. The officer arrived and made contact with three males who were legally shooting trap on private property.
• Officers received a report of a plane circling the area that the caller believed had a mechanical issue Aug. 30. It was confi rmed with staff from the Surfside Seaplane Base that the pilot was breaking in a new engine in their plane and was fine.
• Officers responded to a call of an impaired driver in the 400 block of Aqua Circle Aug. 23. An adult female was subsequently arrested and booked into jail for DWI.
• An officer responded to a vandalism complaint in which a home was shot with paintballs in the 1400 block of Osprey Court Aug. 30. No damage was reported. • An officer stopped a vehicle for expired registration in the 1300 block of I-35W Aug. 31. The adult male driver was cited for expired registration and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Officers responded to a report of juveniles throwing branches on a city trail in the 600 block of Town Center Parkway Aug. 31. Officers told the juveniles to go home and contacted their parents. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a seat belt violation in the 7500 block of Lake Drive Aug. 31. The adult male driver was cited for a seat belt violation and possession of marijuana in a motor vehicle. • Officers responded to a theft from vehicle report in the 2200 block of Ash Street Sept. 1. Officers collected DNA evidence. The investigation is ongoing. • Police received a report of vandalism to multiple park signs and a fence in the area of 12th Avenue and Buckthorn Lane Sept.
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The Centennial Lakes Police reported the following incidents:
• Officers were dispatched to the 9100 block of Jackson Avenue in Lexington Aug. 29 on a delayed property damage • Officers were dispatched to the 80 report. A vehicle was hit during the block of East Road in Circle Pines day while parked on the street. There Aug. 22 on report of a burglary where are no suspects at this time. multiple items were missing. The case is under investigation. • An adult male crashed on his bicycle in the 1700 block of Main Street in Centerville Aug. 29. The male was transported to North Memorial Hospital for care.
• An officer responded to the 9100 block of South Service Drive in Lexington Aug. 23 on a suspicious activity report. The caller advised an unknown suspect has been giving away large • A theft from a motor vehicle was amounts of cash for no reason. The reported in the 50 block of North Road investigation is ongoing. in Circle Pines Aug. 30. • Officers received a report of suspicious • Officers were dispatched to a burglary in progress in the 200 block of activity in the area of Pine Drive and Heritage Lane in Circle Pines Aug. 24. East Road in Circle Pines Aug. 31. Police will provide extra patrols in the The suspect was located. area. • Police were dispatched to a • City property sustained damage in the neighborhood dispute on Golden Lake Road in Circle Pines Aug. 25. Officers 50 block of North Road in Circle Pines received a noise complaint and Aug. 31. informed the resident regarding the • Officers were dispatched to the 200 complaint. block of Twilite Terrace in Circle • An officer stopped a vehicle for Pines Aug. 31 on a report of a stolen multiple traffic violations in the area bicycle. There are no suspects at this of Lexington Avenue and West Road in time. Circle Pines Aug. 26. The driver was • Officers assisted in a dispute over a arrested for DUI.
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SUGAR FAIRY: ‘Sweet’ baking journey takes wing in Hugo FROM PAGE 1
Girl) and shared a hallway and bathroom. We would have sugar on our feet and track it through the building, and another store owner would post notes on the door asking for the sugar fairies to wipe their feet.” Under a city cottage license, Udstuen is able to bake in her home for people, but cannot sell wholesale. She can also bring her cupcakes to events as long as they are pre-packaged in her home. In addition to the 50-plus flavors of cupcakes (with homemade fi llings), Udstuen also makes cheesecakes, tarts, bars, cookies, cakes and is also exploring pupcakes (cupcakes for dogs) and cake pops. She also specializes in gluten-free and vegan cupcakes and can create dairy-free and low-carb treats.
“You name it, I will do it. I will give anything a try,” she said. The most gratifying part of the business is seeing her customers’ reactions to her work. “I like when people come and they are so smiley and happy,” she said. “There is nothing like when they come in and leave with a six-pack or a cake and have a huge smile on their face.” She also really enjoys trying out new flavors and decorations and trying new things. In October, she is looking forward to making a candy variety pack of cupcakes and experimenting with glow-in-thedark frosting for Halloween. For more information about Sugar Fairy, fi nd Sugar Fairy on Facebook or contact Udstuen at tcdistributing@msn.com or 651-485-9774. Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizen@presspubs.com.
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The Depot Church hosts Block Party for neighbors The Depot Church, a community of St. Andrew’s, hosted a Block Party Sept. 9 at Oneka Elementary School in Hugo. The family friendly Block Party featured live music, food trucks, farmers market, kids games and more. The new church is an ELCA Lutheran church that will hold worship every Sunday at 5:15 p.m. at Oneka Elementary, beginning Sunday, Sept. 16.
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her time to the organization in hopes of finding some more sponsors to raise money for the nonprofit. “I feel so passionate about them and what they are doing. I want to help them get more money and stay alive and keep doing what they are doing,” she said. Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizen@presspubs. com. SUBMITTED
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could be psychology. “As far as I know, they are the only place that offers dolphin-assisted therapy in the U.S.,” she said. “It (business administration and psychology) ended up being a really great combination for me. I absolutely loved it. I use psych more than business anyway in dealing with people.” So Huset waited patiently until she completed all of the requirements, then applied for the 2018 season and was accepted. IDC was created in 1997 to help children with special needs and their families but has expanded to include adults and veterans. The programs are designed for people who have developmental and/or physical disabilities, emotional challenges and critical, chronic or terminal illness. The nonprofit organization holds that everyone deserves the opportunity to play, giggle and have fun. During her six weeks, Huset explained she worked with mostly children who were dealing with a variety of things, including cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, heart conditions, depression/anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. “I found a lot of the people were coming to get an escape from reality because of procedures, therapies, doctors, a lot of stress,” she said. “Their goal was to relax and escape for a bit.” During her internship, Huset learned a lot about dolphins. She worked alongside therapists to help brainstorm ideas and activities they could do with the families to reach their specific goals, which often included building confidence and increasing self-esteem. While in the water with the dolphins, the children worked on their fine or gross motor
skills by learning the proper hand signals from trainers to make the dolphins do tricks. “It was cool to see the families interacting with each other and being involved with the therapy. For a family to come for the five days, just for the therapy alone is $2,200, that doesn’t include the travel or activities they are doing outside of therapy,” Huset said. She noted that IDC often provides scholarships to families in need. Huset added, “The impact they are making on their life it is something that they are always going to remember and cherish.” After the internship, Huset realized that idea she had randomly one day while brushing her hair was so much more than an idea, it was already creating memories these families would cherish and remember forever. “It was not just an idea, it was actually affecting people’s lives,” she said. These days, Huset is working with the Taste of NFL planning for Super Bowl 2020 in Miami. Her ultimate dream is to one day make her way back to Key Largo and work for IDC. She currently volunteers
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STROKE: Know the signs, know the risk factors FROM PAGE 1
plasminogen activator or TPA, or in some cases a delicate neurological procedure. This is the type of stroke Stender suffered. The second category is hemorrhagic stroke, in which blood bleeds into the brain. Treatment is more limited and very specialized. The expertise required to deliver a full range of treatment options for both types of stroke is what distinguishes a Comprehensive Stroke Center from a Primary Stroke Center. The two closest comprehensive centers are Regions and United in St. Paul. St. Joseph’s Hospital, which received Stender, is a primary center. When asked if he wanted to bring attention to stroke after his wife’s untimely death, Stender readily agreed. It was an emotional interview, but the widower soldiered on as he told their story, sharing what he’s learned about warning signs and risk factors for stroke. Deb’s mother, for instance, wonders if Deb had a deficiency of protein C in her blood, although there is no way to know for sure. Protein C is an anticoagulant and a deficiency is heritable. “Deb was deficient at the time of death but because she had suffered so many strokes, we don’t know,” Jeff said. Their daughter Kaitlyn has since been tested and does not have the deficiency. Stroke hits without warning Their sad ordeal started early the morning of Feb. 22 when Jeff was leaving for his job as a patrol sergeant with the Stillwater Police Department. He heard a cry and thought it was the dog. The dog was fine. He went back into the bedroom to check on Deb but she was asleep. Thinking back, he thinks it was her and the stroke had started. Kaitlyn found Deb in the living room before the start of school struggling to put on her jacket. She had toothpaste down the front of her pajamas. The car was running. “Deb was confused when Kaitlyn tried to talk to her; slurring her speech. Her face ‘looked funny’,” Jeff recalled. “She was obviously having motor function issues.” Concerned, Kaitlyn called her dad. He told her to call 911. Time is critical for stroke victims. When the brain lacks blood flow, for every minute that passes, two million nerve cells die and 14 billion connections are lost, according to Regions Hospital’s neurologist Dr. Bret Haake. Successful treatment depends on timeliness. In the past, aspirin helped one out of 77 patients having an ischemic stroke, according to Haake in an article in Minnesota MD News. Today, stroke centers use the clot-buster TPA. If administered within three hours of stroke onset, one in three patients can be helped, he said. If the clot buster is given within 4.5 hours, it can help 16 of 100 patients. Beyond that timeframe, TPA, a potent blood thinner, is not administered as there can be greater risk than benefit. In fact, it can turn an ischemic stroke into a hemorrhagic stroke, doubling the danger. In Stender’s case, no one knew when the stroke started. A person suffering stroke is not always aware they’re having a problem.
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First responders identify needed medical facility It took Jeff Stender 12 minutes to get to his White Bear Lake home from Stillwater. When he arrived, paramedics were loading Deb into the ambulance. He has all the respect in the world for the city’s fi rst responders. “I don’t know what people know in this community, but we’re pretty fortunate here in White Bear,” Stender said. “We have an extremely good fi re department with an extremely well-trained and professional ambulance service.” When paramedics see the classic signs of stroke, they call in a special code to the nearest stroke center; in this case St. Joe’s. A special team is put on standby at the hospital so the patient goes immediately into a stroke protocol, bypassing the emergency room. Jeff said Deb was coherent when she was loaded into the ambulance. “I got in the rig and talked to her. She understood what I was saying but she couldn’t talk very well. She was still having motor function issues. She tried to hug me and she couldn’t. She knew she was having a stroke.” A medic crew uses the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale before calling in the code, said Assistant Fire Chief Joel Schmidt. The scale considers facial droop, arm drift and abnormal speech. “If positive, we need to know the last known well time, along with a normal blood glucose level. If it’s less than 4.5 hours, the patient should be transported to a stroke receiving facility. If longer, they should be transported to a catheter-lab-capable stroke receiving facility,” he noted. St. Joe’s is such a facility. “Time is critical for these calls,” stressed Schmidt. “We strive for a scene time less than 15 minutes and immediate notification to the receiving facility.” A team of neuroradiologists from St. Paul Radiology were waiting for Stender when she arrived at St. Joe’s stroke center. They performed a mechanical thrombectomy in an attempt to suction out the clot causing the stroke. The specialty team of four surgeons travels to Regions, St. Joe’s, United, Fairview Southdale and Methodist to perform the procedure. When the surgery to remove the clot took three times longer than expected, Jeff Stender knew something was amiss. “The procedure did not work,” he recalled. “They kept trying but they couldn’t reach the clot.” At that point, Deb was moved to intensive care to allow the stroke to run its course. “They told me there will be a portion of the brain that would die,” Jeff said. “We didn’t know how much damage there would be. The conversation turned to rehab facilities. No one was talking about anything other than rehabilitation and recovery at that point.” It was not to be. Later that night, Deb suffered respiratory failure. “No one could explain that either,” Jeff said. “I was making phone calls when they called the code; I knew it was for her. That was a surreal moment. They got her stabilized and put her on a ventilator. Then a neurosurgeon told me they had to remove part of her skull due to brain swelling. It was one thing after another.” After the second surgery, Deb was put in a medically induced coma. Jeff was still convinced his
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wife would make it. “They’re telling me she had a high likelihood of recovery. No one ever told me Deb was going to die.” Death comes without answers At 2 a.m. Friday morning, Jeff and Kaitlyn went home to attempt sleep. It was snowing heavily. He remembers dozing off and waking up at 5:20 a.m. “I was hysterical. I thought, something happened. I called the hospital. She was stable. I told the night nurse we’d be in at 8 a.m. We were getting ready to leave when the hospital called wondering when we’d be in. They wouldn’t tell me anything. But I knew. I didn’t want to believe it. She’d had at least two more strokes.” A CT scan showed no brain activity. “I appreciated the no-nonsense position the neurosurgeon took,” said Stender. “She said ‘your wife is gone; we can’t tell you why. There is nothing we can do. Your wife is going to die. We can leave her on a ventilator as long as you want but at some point you need to decide what to do. Don’t let anyone tell you there will be a miracle and she will come back. “’Everything that made Deb, Deb, is not there anymore. It will never be there again.’” Deb Stender was taken off the ventilator at 3 p.m. Friday and died the next morning. “It was so shocking; the whole thing is surreal,” said the grieving Stender. “It went from everything is going to work out to it didn’t work out.” Living without his wife has been tough for the Stillwater cop and his teenage daughter. “A lot of days I still expect her to come home. I still worry about stuff like ‘oh, I didn’t ask about spending this money; she might be mad,’ or trying to get things organized in the house. Her stuff is still there. For the fi rst couple of months I was in shock; there was so much to do. Now I’m pissed,” he stated. “I don’t know what to tell my kid. There is no one to blame, which is maddening. It doesn’t seem fair. “Kaitlyn is anxious and has trouble relaxing. I think she has post traumatic stress.” Risk factors for stroke The risk factors for stroke are mainly high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, smoking, and hardening of the arteries. Some heart conditions, atrial fibrillation for example, can put people at higher risk. It should be noted that high blood pressure parameters have changed. The American Heart Association puts 120/80 at the high end of normal. Anything above that would be considered mild hypertension. Teenagers who have suffered a neck injury or injured a blood vessel can have a stroke. Any injury to an artery can cause the body to make clots. And birth control pills can heighten the risk. Jeff Stender said he was told by Deb’s neurosurgeon that women over 40 shouldn’t be on birth control pills because it can increase the likelihood of stroke. “I don’t know if Deb had been told that. She changed to a different brand in October. I wished we’d had a better conversation about contraceptives.”
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Gator Signs merges with Fastsigns
CENTERVILLE CITY CALENDAR Sept. 24: EDA meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26: City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m.
HUGO CITY CALENDAR Sept. 13: Planning Commission meeting at 7 p.m. Sept. 17: City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Sept. 18: Historical Commission meeting at 1 p.m. EDA meeting at 5 p.m. Sept. 19: Parks Commission meeting at 7 p.m.
LINO LAKES CITY CALENDAR Sept. 15: Recycling Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 24: City Council work session at 6 p.m.; regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26: Environmental Board meeting at 6:30 p.m.
HUGO — After more than 20 years serving Washington and Anoka counties as a sign company, Gator Signs of Hugo is merging with Fastsigns of Maplewood. Brian Bernier, Gator Signs owner and operator, will work with Fastsignsof Maplewood owners Ryan and Dennis Campbell to ensure a seamless transition for all of his customers. “Over the past 10 years, the sign industry has changed significantly,” said Bernier. “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a business owner, but have reached the point where I believe my clients could really benefit from the advanced technology and more diverse capabilities that Fastsigns of Maplewood can offer.” Fastsigns of Maplewood is part of a threecenter business group that includes Fastsigns of Bloomington and Fastsigns of Inver Grove Heights. Owner Dennis Campbell said, “We are excited by the opportunity to serve the Gator Signs customers and believe our multiple facilities offer several advantages including a broad array of in-house production capabilities, fast turnaround times and a deep bench of designers and visual communications specialists.” To learn more, visit fastsigns.com/441 or call 651-578-0527. From press release
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HUGO BITS AND PIECES HUGO — The City Council approved the following at its Sept. 4 meeting: • Resolution declaring costs to be assessed for Oneka Lake Boulevard/ Harrow Avenue improvement project. Construction was completed in August. A public assessment hearing is set for Oct. 1. The project cost $875,000. Assessments to property owners amount to $166,000 with the balance paid by city funds in the amount of $709,000. The proposed rate for a single family unit is $3,400. • Resignation of Hugo captain/firefighter Andy Churchill. He served 14 years with the department. A reason was not provided for the resignation. Councilman Chuck Haas
requested the city provide special recognition somehow for Churchill’s service, preferably in October. His last day is Nov. 1. • Special event permit for Hugo American Legion Craft Show and Octoberfest Saturday, Oct. 6. Alcohol will be sold outdoors, requiring the special permit. There will also be amplified music. The event runs 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. About 60 vendors will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both inside and outside. • Pay request No. 3 for $8,500 and No. 4 for $9,000 to Diversified Construction Services for replacement of Fire Hall roof. • Advertisement for community development assistant. • Job description for fi nance and pub-
CITY OF HUGO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS ONEKA LAKE BOULEVARD AND HARROW AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Notice is hereby given that the City Council will meet at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 1, 2018, at City Hall to consider, and possibly adopt, the proposed assessment against benefitting property for the Oneka Lake Boulevard and Harrow Avenue Street Improvement Project. Adoption by the City Council of the proposed assessment may occur at the hearing. The amount to be specially assessed is identified on the Assessment Roll dated September 4, 2018. Such assessment is proposed to be payable in equal annual installments extending over a period of 10 years, the first of the installments to be payable on or before the first Monday in January, 2019, and will bear interest at the rate of 4.270% per annum from the date of the adoption of the assessment resolution. To the first installment shall be added interest on the entire assessment from the date of the assessment resolution until December 31, 2019. To each subsequent installment when due shall be added interest for one year on all unpaid installments. A property owner may at any time prior to certification of the assessment to the county auditor, pay the entire assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of payment, to the City of Hugo. No interest shall be charged if the entire assessment is paid within 30 days from the adoption of this assessment. A property owner may at any time thereafter, pay to the City of Hugo the entire amount of the assessment remaining unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the year in which such payment is made. Such payment must be made before November 15 or interest will be charged through December 31 of the succeeding year. If a property owner decides not prepay the assessment before the date given above the rate of interest that will apply is 4.270% per year. The right to partially prepay the assessment is not available. Written or oral objections will be considered at the meeting. No appeal
lic works administrative assistant. One position will support both departments. Former accounting clerk Anna Wobse was appointed new finance coordinator in March and staff was authorized to fi ll the vacant accounting clerk position. • Council also heard an update on the Hopkins Schoolhouse from member Becky Petryk. One idea for stabilizing the roof temporarily is to use shrink wrap to cover the hole. There is concern about it failing under heavy snow, however. The committee may look into the process regarding a warranty. “The roof will destroy the building if we can’t stabilize it,” Petryk said. “It was our only solution for less than $20,000,” she added. The councilwoman attended a meeting as a
may be taken as to the amount of an assessment unless a written objection signed by the affected property owner is filed with the City Clerk prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding officer at the hearing. The City Council may upon such notice consider any objection to the amount of a proposed individual assessment at an adjourned meeting upon such further notice to the affected property owners as it deems advisable. An owner may appeal an assessment to district court pursuant to Minn. Stat. 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or City Clerk within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment and filing such notice with the district court within ten days after service upon the Mayor or City Clerk. Under Minn. Stat. 435.193 to 435.195, the City Council may, in its discretion, defer the payment of this special assessment for any homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. When deferment of the special assessment has been granted and is terminated for any reason provided in that law, all amounts accumulated plus applicable interest become due. Any assessed property owner meeting the requirements of this law and the resolution adopted under it may, within 30 days of the adoption of the assessment, apply to the City Clerk for the prescribed form for such deferral of payment of this special assessment on his property. Dated this 4th day of September, 2018 Ronald J. Otkin, Finance Director Michele Lindau, Hugo City Clerk Published one time in The Citizen on September 13, 2018.
substitute for Councilman Mike Miron on the schoolhouse committee. City Clerk Michele Lindau said the committee is interested in preserving the historic value of the building. A party is interested in putting a winery there, she said. They have been asked to present a proposal to the committee. • Under administrative presentations, City Administrator Bryan Bear noted the following events: Tour de Hugo is Saturday, Sept. 22 starting in Lions Park. Wilson Tool is holding its National Manufacturing Day Open House Friday, Oct. 5. Xcel Energy is holding a grand opening of its “training town” behind its Fenway Boulevard facility from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17. Debra Neutkens
14.031.21.120.003 (aeration system located within this parcel) 11.031.21.330.001 11.031.21.310.001 11.031.21.430.001 11.031.21.340.001 14.031.21.220.001 14.031.21.210.002 Aeration may create open water and thin ice conditions along the eastern shore. Weather conditions may cause the open water and thin ice to fluctuate greatly. Use extreme caution traveling anywhere on the lake.
NOTICE OF AERATION SYSTEM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an aeration system is installed and running year-round in the following lake within the city of Hugo, Minnesota: Approximate Location: 45 degrees 10’55.01” N, 92 degrees 55’43.02W The following land parcels border the lake and may be affected by this notice:
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Bears stay in win column, beating Osseo 24-14 BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
One of White Bear Lake’s football captains made sure not to celebrate too long after the Bears snapped a 19-game losing streak in their opener. “It was important to me personally, but I don’t want to make too big a deal of it,” said Zach Griebel last Wednesday. A third-year starter whose fi rst two seasons each ended 0-9, he added, "I just want us to keep it going." Griebel and his cohorts kept it going one more week, turning back Osseo 24-14 at home on Friday evening, Sept. 7, on the heels of their 28-27 win at Centennial. The Bears regrouped after a shaky start, buoyed by a steady ground game — 198 net yards with no play longer than 11 yards — along with some key passes and a stout defense. “We knew if we keep working hard and doing our thing it will come,” said Griebel, who spearheaded the ground game, carrying 19 times for 111 yards and two touchdowns. He capped off a clinching 70-yard drive in the fourth quarter, scoring from the two with 2:11 left for a 10-point lead, after bolting 10, 11 and 11 yards for fi rst downs. “The defense played well. We got stops when we
needed to and picked off three balls so we were happy with that,” said coach Ryan Bartlett, citing Griebel (safety), Zach Kuyava (linebacker) and John Townsend (line) for strong games. “Our offensive line, led by Zach Claassen, was physical. We put together a nice game-clinching drive at the end, which was fun to watch.” Cooper Anderson hit six of nine passes for 92 yards with one interception. Highlights were an eight-yard touchdown to Brice Peters in the fi rst quarter to knot the score 7-7, and his perfect downfield lob that Fidel Paramo hauled in over-the-shoulder for a 38yard gain in the second quarter. That one set up Griebel’s fi rst TD for a 14-7 lead. The Bears started the game with a fumble at midfield, after which Osseo (0-2) zipped 50 yards in five plays, with Jake Kreuter hitting four passes and Reggie Dupree scoring on a five-yard run. The Bear defense didn’t falter again until giving a touchdown in the fourth quarter, picking off three passes along the way. Paramo made the biggest of those. After Osseo’s Tayvontes Larkins returned a kickoff 70 yards to the Bear 25, giving the Orioles a good chance to erase a 14-7 deficit, Paramo swiped a screen pass and returned it 57 yards. Spencer
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Fidel Paramo sprints down the sideline after intercepting a pass against Osseo.
Oxton and Andrew Tlusty had the other interceptions. The Bears got a 26-yard field goal by Nicholas Blanding with 9:24 left in the game to open a 17-7 lead. Osseo pulled even three plays later as Kreuter flung a 34-yard scoring pass to Jake Hill, making it 17-14. The Orioles then shook loose a fumble from Brice Pe-
ters on the fi rst play after the kickoff, but fortunately for the Bears, tight end Eamon Kerrigan-Krodel pounced on the ball at the 30, allowing his team to launch its game-clinching drive. The Bears will try for a 3-0 start playing at East Ridge (1-1) next Friday. Flashback — Following are some official stats for the
Bears’ 28-27 win over Centennial not available in time for last week’s paper. Anderson was 9-for-16 for 151 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Dominic Smith caught five passes for 56 yards. Peters gained 75 yards on 13 carries. Griebel had 48 on 14 carries.
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Cougars, up 14-6 at the half, made the lead stick in a scoreless second half, giving up just 153 net yards in the game. “We moved the ball well and I think we actually should have been ahead 28-0,” Diggins said. “We were inside the five three times where we came away with no points.” Totino-Grace, with eight state championships between 2004 and 2016, is a longtime metro power. The Eagles are 0-2 this year, also losing to No. 3 ranked Cretin-Derham Hall 22-21 in overtime. Last year, Centennial beat the Eagles 25-17, also in week two. Centennial finished 8-2 and TotinoGrace 6-4. Diggins noted that this year’s Eagles lineup is quite young like Centennial’s.
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area’s top football programs. The Cougars (1-1) bounced back from a 28-27 opening loss to White Bear Lake with a stellar defensive performance against the Eagles. “We are a very young team. We’ve only got four starters back from last year,” coach Mike Diggins said. “I think that hurt us against White Bear Lake. The kids grew a lot over the week and improved quite a bit.” Connor Zulk passed to Cooper Anderson for two touchdowns, from 10 yards on a fourth-down hitch-and-go, and 78 yards on a deep play-action pass, both in the fi rst half. Zulk also kicked two conversions. T-G had a scoring pass from Kristoff Kowalkowski to Sam Quick from 15 yards. The
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Public invited to learn about upcoming Forest Lake levy FOREST LAKE — Steve Massey, superintendent of Forest Lake Area Schools, is inviting the public to join him for a conversation about the school district’s budget and the upcoming levy referendum. The district is hosting a series of Community Conversation events in various locations around the area where members of the public can come to learn and discuss all aspects of the budget and upcoming levy request. “Our schools belong to the community, and it’s essential that we provide an opportunity for community members to learn and provide feedback about this important topic,” Massey said. “We’ve made a huge effort to be open and transparent in the referendum process, and this is another way that we can connect with our residents one-on-one.” Massey will give a short presentation about the school district’s budget and the circumstances that led to the levy referendum request. There will also be time for questions and discussion from residents.
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COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS The series of six events are scheduled as follows: • Scandia Community Center – Sept. 17, 6 p.m. • Split Rocks, Wyoming – Sept. 24, 6 p.m. • Forest Lake American Legion – Oct. 2, 6 p.m. • Linwood Community Center – Oct. 8, 6 p.m. • Lino Lakes City Hall – Oct. 15, 6 p.m. • Columbus Community Center – Oct. 22, 6 p.m.
“Our schools belong to the community and depend on the community’s support and investment,” Massey said, “Our goal here is to help voters become informed on this important issue so they can vote in the way that best represents their values.” Residents who are unable to attend the Community Conversation events can read more about the upcoming levy referendum at www. flaschools.org/referendum2018. From press release
WHITE BEAR SPORTS BRIEFS
Freshman leads Cougar runners in first two meets The Centennial cross country teams opened at the St. Olaf High School Showcase on Aug. 30, each placing 26th, with 38 schools on hand. Leading the Cougar boys were Jonathan Pattie in 71st place and Thomas Marrah in 124th among 809 entrants. Leading the Cougar girls were Grace Johnson (124th) and Lauren Swanson (154th) among 623 runners. In an eight-school meet Sept. 7 at Isanti, each placed fourth. Pattie, a freshman, led again, placing sixth (17:37). Marrah was 11th, Adam Namyst 17th, Erik Blossom 19th and Landen Liu 31st. Leading the girls were Johnson in 14th place and Swanson 16th Kickers fall to Rebels but win twice for 5-1 mark Centennial boys soccer absorbed its first loss last week but also won twice to improve 5-1. The Cougars lost to Champlin Park 2-1, then tipped Andover 1-0 and Mounds View 2-1. Demetrius Bernardy-Nelson had the lone goal in both the loss to Champlin and the win over Andover — that one coming in the 42nd minute with an assist from Matt Hove. He scored again vs. Mounds View and assisted on Isaac Nowacki’s goal. The Cougar defense and goalie Richard Hemric have yielded just two goals in six games.
Cougar girls soccer has split for week Centennial girls soccer beat Andover 2-1 last Thursday, Sept. 6 with Olivia Lovick drilling both goals in the first half. Two days earlier, the Cougars lost to unbeaten (6-0) Champlin Park 4-1. Both were conference games. The Cougars are 4-2. Khyah Parker leads their scoring with five goals and four assists.
Boys CC places 4th in huge St. Olaf meet White Bear Lake boys opened the cross country season with a strong showing at the St. Olaf High School Showcase, placing fourth among 38 teams Aug. 30. Tryg Solberg led the Bears, placing 26th among 808 entrants in 16:51.8. Isacc Maruyama placed 34th, Max Nelson 36th, Logan Tantuu 51st, and Darian Lemieux 55th, on the course where the state meet will be held in November. Red Wing won with 88 points, followed by Mounds View 138, Buffalo 192, White Bear Lake 202 and Hopkins 227. Individual winner was Caleb Haugland of Minneapolis Washburn in 15:53. Girls CC placed 3rd in South Dakota gala White Bear Lake girls cross country opened with a third-place finish among 26 teams in Sioux Falls, S.D., on Aug. 31. The Augustana Twilight Race was won by Fremont (Neb.) with 90, followed by Sioux Falls Lincoln (SD) 104, White Bear Lake 145, and Aberdeen (SD) Central 201. Maddie Verkerke led the Bears, placing 15th in 19:38. Natalie Andres was 24th, Maggie Blanding 35th, Melanie Pankow 38th and Haley Miller 52nd among 204. Ellie Abraham of Brookings (SD) won in 18:19. Swimmers place 4th in home invitational The White Bear Lake Invitational for girls swimming was held Saturday with the hosts placing fourth of six teams. Stillwater scored 638 points, Osseo 513, Forest Lake 242, the Bears 279, Park 272 and Tartan 207. Grace Johnson had the Bears’ top finishes, second in the 100 freestyle (57.41) and fourth in backstroke (1:06.01). McKenzie Petty placed fifth in the 50 freestyle (28.01).
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WHITE BEAR SCHOOL BRIEFS Students graduate from MN Trades Academy This summer, 15 students graduated from the MN Trades Academy (MTA). Congratulations to Connor Anderson, Martin Canero, Hunter DeClusin, Jayden Fischer, Sean Gilbert, Blake Gressen, Daunte Greyhair, Caleb Jasper, Rachel Jester, Nick Lahlum, Bryce Nelson, Jake Spring, Tim Swanson, Erika Townley and Jack Warren. MTA is a paid summer construction internship for selected Twin Cities area high school youth. Students learned about carpentry, pipefitting, electrical trades, etc. They were also exposed to industry-related careers such as architecture, surveying, estimating, project management and design-build. Start looking for summer 2019 applications during the second semester or stop by The College & Career Center at South Campus.
More career pathways opportunities White Bear Lake Area Schools MEA Career Sampler is getting ready to open their application window. Students who are interested in a manufacturing, construction and/or automotive career should apply. North Campus students will have a new opportunity to participate in the Hot Jobs series, which will feature working professionals who represent trending and/or high-demand jobs. Students will learn about what it takes to work in the featured field, and will also have the opportunity to network and make connections with local community members. South Campus Tech Depot is now hiring. Earn .25 service learning credit and get involved in the IT career pathway. To apply, visit Mr. Lane in Room 508 today. For more information on these opportunities, contact Career Pathways Navigator Jenny Moore at 651-773-6213 or jennifer.moore@isd624.org.
School and community harvest party Community members are invited to enjoy fresh, locally grown produce at the free BearPower Harvest Party from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 23, at the White Bear Area YMCA Community Garden. The free meal will be served while supplies last. All Good Organics and Niemczyk Gardens donated the plants to be harvested and two local chefs, Ben Pratt, owner of Ingredients and the Burger Bar, and Matt Ellison, of Bonfi re, are donating time and talent to prepare the meal of grilled veggies and soups. White Bear Lake United Methodist Church will donate bread baked in its community bread oven and Pine Tree Apple Orchard is donating apples. Families will also have the opportunity to enjoy activities together by learning gardening and seed saving tips. The school district, White Bear Lake HealthPartners Clinic and the YMCA are all sharing produce grown in their gardens.
Homecoming 6.24K announced The annual BearPower Homecoming 6.24K Family Fun Walk/Run will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at White Bear Lake Area High School – South Campus. There are two courses to choose from including a 6.24K (3.87 miles) route and/or a 1-mile walk/run. Register at whitebear.ce.eleyo.com. Day-of registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The event is free.
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“KIN” (PG-13) [GUN VIOLENCE AND INTENSE ACTION, SUGGESTIVE MATERIAL, LANGUAGE, THEMATIC ELEMENTS, AND DRINKING.] — After the 14-year-old, adopted AfricanAmerican son (Myles Truitt) of a widower (Dennis Quaid) finds a powerful weapon in a dilapidated, abandoned building in Detroit and then goes on the run with his deceitful, ex-con brother (Jack Reynor) in this unusual, wacky, violent, star-studded (Zoë Kravitz, Carrie Coon, and Michael B. Jordan), 102-minute buddy, sci-fi film based on Jonathan and Josh Baker’s 2014 short film “Bag Man,” they unknowingly find themselves on the run from a revengefueled, gun toting drug dealer (James Franco) and his henchman (Ian Matthews, Gavin Fox, et al.) and two mysterious, tenacious, leather-clad soldiers searching for the weapon.
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[DISTURBING THEMATIC CONTENT AND RELATED VIOLENT IMAGES, AND SOME LANGUAGE.] — Wonderful acting highlights this gutwrenching, factually based, powerful, wellpaced, 123-minute film based on Matthew Orton’s screenplay in which a secret group of Israeli Mossad agents (Oscar Isaac, Lior Raz, Mélanie Laurent, Nick Kroll, Ohad Knoller, et al.) head to Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1960 to capture notorious Nazi criminal Adolf Eichmann (Ben Kingsley), who was the infamous Nazi architect of the Holocaust, to stand for his WWII crimes in Tel Aviv with the help of a Jewish woman (Haley Lu Richardson) while his desperate son (Joe Alwyn) and devoted wife (Greta Scacchi) search for him.
“WE THE ANIMALS” (R) [STRONG SEXUAL CONTENT, NUDITY, LANGUAGE, AND SOME UNDERAGE DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE.] — down-to-earth, realistic, coming-of-age, wellacted, 94-minute film based on Justin Torres’s novel and interspersed with creative, emotional animated sequences that follows three brothers (Josiah Gabriel, Isaiah Kristian, and Evan Rosado) growing up in a dysfunctional family who try to navigate the volatile, up-and-down relationship with their loving but abusive Puerto Rican father (Raúl Castillo) and mother (Sheila Vand) in New York.
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“REPRISAL” (R) [VIOLENCE AND LANGUAGE.] — After a ruthless, gun-toting, skilled bank thief (Johnathon Schaech) robs a bank in Cincinnati and then an armored truck in this run-of-the-mill, violent, predictable, unoriginal, star-dotted (Colin Egglesfield, Wass Stevens, Christopher Rob Bowen, Tyler Jon Olson, and Ken Strunk), 89-minute thriller dominated by a weak plot, poor acting and dialogue, and mediocre special effects, a PTSD-afflicted bank manager (Frank Grillo), who is traumatized by a previous heist that killed a coworker, seeks the help of an ex-cop neighbor (Bruce Willis) to find his family when the robber kidnaps his wife (Olivia Culpo) and diabetic daughter (Natalia Sophie Butler).
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Wow, what a great weekend of weather! Ok, we didn’t have SEPT. 14 - 20, 2018 memorable storm, the kind that weather freaks like. All we had High 70° was a weekend of spectacular sunshine with temperatures Low 51° that didn’t make you sweat or require layers of clothes. With all the outdoor events going on this past weekend, we couldn’t %Sun 56% have had better weather. Our nice streak of pleasant weather PCP 0.85” began back on September 5 and we’re on a nice roll right now. Our little wet period back on September 2 to the early morning of September 5 brought us 1.90 inches of rain. Was much needed and greened up lawns.
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Peacock roams the streets of Hugo Patrick is a 1-year-old peacock who has often been spotted in various spots around Hugo, typically hanging out with a group of turkeys. Patrick lives with his family near the public works building. He is known to wander during the day and typically comes back home most nights to roost. Patrick is the only peacock left out of his five siblings due to wandering and likely predators.
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