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Army veteran continues to find ways to serve BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR

With a list of service projects that could fi ll a novel, it is no surprise that Army veteran Jeff Loeks will be recognized with an award later this month. Loeks is a 2019 Wilbur Thomas Community Service Award recipient. The award is presented annually to HealthPartners team members who strive to improve their communities through outstanding volunteer service. Loeks, a White Bear Township resident, is no stranger to coverage in Press Publications newspapers. Numerous articles have been published about him, all with the common theme of service. Loeks served in the Army’s 3rd Ranger Battalion from 1988 to 1992 and was deployed to the invasion of Panama and Desert Storm. Serving in the military is a tradition in Loeks’ family. “Since I was 5 years old, I just knew that that was what I would do. It has been a lifelong dream of mine to continue that (tradition) and to serve my country,” he said. “It wasn’t something that you thought about in our family, it was just when do you leave to do it. I took a lot of pride in that.” Loeks later found out that his biological family (he was adopted through the foster care system at a young age), including both of his parents and his sisters, also had a tradition of serving in the military — specifically, the Army. Upon leaving the military, Loeks moved to Denver to pursue his dream of becoming a police officer. After waiting for more than a year on the waitlist to get into the academy, he decided to move back to Minnesota, where he worked in the business world for 15 years. “I didn’t feel like I was making any kind of difference. I had an office job and it finally hit me one day that nothing I was doing there was making a difference at all,” Loeks recalled. Eight years ago, he switched careers and became an emergency room technician at Regions SEE JEFF LOEKS, PAGE 10

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White Bear Township resident Jeff Loeks served in the Army’s 3rd Ranger Battalion from 1988 to 1992 and was deployed to the invasion of Panama and Desert Storm.

HUGO — After a council member expressed concerns with a proposed watershed district budget, city staff invited the district to attend a City Council meeting. The proposed budget for the Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District (CMSCWD) was fi rst brought up by Councilman Chuck Haas at the Oct. 7 meeting. “I received an email from the district talking about their upcoming levy. They are having a levy increase next year, which will affect the taxpayers of eastern Hugo. Their capital projects are going from $79,000 to over $600,000, they have a lake monitoring program that is going from $29,000 to almost $80,000,” Haas explained. “They are appointed folks that have tax authority responsibility and I think that whatever they are doing over there, they are taxing excessively.” Haas then asked if the city could invite the district administrator and board managers to a future meeting. City Administrator Bryan Bear said he planned to attend the district’s public information SEE WATERSHED DISTRICT, PAGE 11

Elementary fitness program establishes healthy habits BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR

HUGO — Students in grades 3-5 at Oneka Elementary School are not only preparing to complete a 5K, but are developing essential life skills to help them navigate challenges they might be facing now or in the future. This is the fi rst year that Oneka Elementary School has participated in the Girls on the Run program. The nonprofit organization

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inspires girls in grades 3-8 to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them unique. Trained coaches lead small teams through a curriculum that includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games. Over the course of the 10-week program, participants develop essential skills to help them navigate their world and establish a lifetime appreciation for health and fitness.

Principal Lori Mosser, who is passionate about running and fitness, said she was approached about starting the program by a couple of parents at the elementary level before she officially became principal at Oneka in July. “It is all about self-esteem, getting them to think about leadership, connectedness, anti-bullying and selfconfidence,” she said. “It is SEE GIRLS ON THE RUN, PAGE 12

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Around 20 students in grades 3-5 at Oneka Elementary line up at the start line for a practice 5K Oct. 28, as part of the Girls on the Run program.

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Characters roam the halls Students in grades K-4 dress up as book characters from their favorite books and walk the halls at Centerville Elementary School Oct. 31. Turns out, the dinosaur was a popular costume this year.

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Underground and out of mind? Workshop will address septic systems, private wells

Washington County will offer a free workshop for residents from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, on groundwater topics including septic systems, private wells, healthy homes and household hazardous waste. As part of this class, the county will offer free water testing for coliform bacteria and nitrates to all participants who register at least one week in advance. The workshop will be held at Hugo City Hall. Groundwater provides 100% of the drinking water in Washington County and 75% of all drinking water statewide. In most parts of the county, groundwater is still clean and abundant enough to support local communities. But in some places, aquifers have been contaminated by industry

and agriculture. In other locations, we are using groundwater more quickly than it can be replenished. But because our water supplies are underground — literally hidden from view — these groundwater issues are sometimes invisible as well. Unlike municipal water supplies, which are tested annually, homeowners are responsible for testing their own private wells to ensure that the water is safe to drink. One concern is bacterial contamination, which can occur during the well drilling process or subsequent repairs. Coliform bacteria may also be found if sewage or surface water are leaking into a well. Nitrates are also a concern, especially for families with infants, as high nitrate levels can cause a potentially

fatal disease known as “blue baby syndrome.” There are also more than 16,000 individual septic systems in Washington County. When properly designed, installed and maintained, these private systems provide good treatment of wastewater. If they begin to leak, however, they can contaminate nearby lakes, streams and wells. Sometimes, these problems can go undetected for years. To register for the workshop, visit tinyurl.com/2019groundwater or email phe@co.washington.mn.us. Test kits will be mailed one week in advanced of the class and water samples will be picked up at 5:30 p.m. during the class. Free testing is only available for water samples brought

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Washington County will offer a workshop from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 on ground water topics.

to the class, otherwise water samples can be dropped off for a fee of $44 on Tuesdays at Washington County office locations in Cottage Grove, Stillwater and Forest Lake.

COUNTY BRIEFS The money will be used to: • Support Solid Ground, which provides rapid rehousing for families, including rent payment assistance and support services, $183,007; • Support the YMCA, which provides rapid re-housing for youth, including rent payment assistance and support services, $164,698; • Support Salvation Army Prevention for all populations, prioritizing single adults, $113,504; and • Washington County Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST), which provides prevention for all populations who come through HOST’s “Front Door,” prioritizing single adults, $59,904. In addition, $52,346 will be used by Washington County for administration of the grant. SUBMITTED

Staff and volunteers from St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center shared their 2019 Award of Excellence in Homeless Coordination/Assistance with the Washington County Board of Commissioners Oct. 22.

County will receive additional money to mitigate homelessness Washington County will receive an additional $236,130 from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency to use through Sept. 30, 2021, to prevent or mitigate homelessness in the county, after the county board approved an agreement with the agency Oct. 22. The grant is in addition to Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program funds that the county received, bringing the grant total to $573,459 for a two-year period.

Experience the splendor of the holiday season and capture merry memories at the Historic Courthouse with a holiday photo session. The courthouse is at the corner of Third and Pine Streets in Stillwater. Professional and amateur photographers are welcome to reserve a one-hour session in the courthouse while it is decorated for the holidays, including the Santa’s Workshop holiday display. Online reservations for sessions are available for weekends from Nov. 16 through Dec. 29. Sessions are $30 per hour for standard family sessions, mini sessions, etc. For large-scale wedding photography, commercial and lifestyle shoots and the like, contact the Historic Courthouse for rates. Reservations are based on a single-time opportunity. To request a holiday session on a weekday or after office hours, call 651-275-7075. Review guidelines before reserving. See co.washington.mn.us/hcevents more for information and to reserve a session.

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The Washington County Board of Commissioners recognized St. Andrew’s Family Shelter as the National Association of County Community and Economic Development Association’s 2019 Award of Excellence in Homeless Coordination/Assistance recipient Oct. 22. St. Andrew’s plays a vital role in ending homelessness in Washington County. Its objective is to provide a comprehensive approach to meet individuals’ and families’ basic needs, health and wellness, affordable housing and gainful employment. It received the award Oct. 15. The award recognizes St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center’s efforts to provide emergency shelter and assist families experiencing homelessness. Between 2015 and 2017, the resource center received 588 calls for assistance, and was able to shelter only 115 families at Guardian Angels church in Oakdale. St. Andrew’s worked with other area faith communities to fi nd a location to serve the northern part of Washington County. The Church of St. Genevieve in Hugo offered its vacant rectory. Washington County provided $240,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds, leveraged with private donations, to renovate the rectory into a homeless shelter, which serves three to five families, or approximately 15 people at a time.

The shelter receives ongoing community support. Twelve churches provide volunteers for the shelter. With evening and overnight shifts of two volunteers each shift, it takes 1,352 hours of help to make this happen every week of the year. Together, the 12 churches fundraise to cover the annual operating budget of $90,000, all from private individuals and organizations. In addition to shelter, St. Andrew’s provides resources to fi nd transitional and permanent housing. In its fi rst 14 months, St. Andrew’s has sheltered 19 homeless families, with 58 individuals and 34 children. Of those 19 families, 13 have found permanent affordable housing, three went to other shelters or options, and three are currently in the shelter.

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here are soldiers who weren’t even born when we went to war with terrorists in Afghanistan, referred to as Operation Enduring Freedom. (OEF). Eighteen years and trillions of dollars later, military members are still fighting America’s longest war. By coincidence, my son left on his third deployment on OEF’s birthday, Oct. 7. He is spending Veterans Day and the next eight months in Afghanistan. Veterans Day Nov. 11 has special meaning for this soldier’s mom. My daughter is an Army veteran who served two tours in Afghanistan. Her older brother is still serving active duty, currently at Ft. Drum, New York. Both are White Bear grads. When our son was ordered to Afghanistan to command a medevac Feeling company, he left behind an understandInspired ing wife, also an Army veteran, and our 2-year-old granddaughter. He knew it was Debra Neutkens his turn to go to that wretched country and didn’t complain. He is resigned to deployment, knowing it’s part of the service and duty to country he swore to uphold. We talked about the nine-month deployment before he left, how he felt about being away, again. He spent a ninemonth deployment in Qatar only the year before, missing his daughter’s second birthday. Let’s see, this time he’ll miss her third, plus Thanksgiving and Christmas. He is following in the footsteps of 775,000 other Americans who’ve served at least one tour in Afghanistan since Oct. 7, 2001, when U.S. troops first arrived to battle al-Qaeda after 9-11. This deployment isn’t as hairy as his first, when he was in the thick of things in Helmand Province. People would ask me then if I was worried? I would always answer, “yes, but it’s out of my hands.” So far this year, the defense department reports 17 American service members have been killed in Afghanistan, the deadliest year for U.S. forces since the combat mission officially ended in December 2014. Most of the 14,000 U.S. forces there now serve in a NATO-led mission to advise and assist security forces in their fight against the Taliban and ISIS affiliates. It is mostly Afghan soldiers that medevac units support nowadays, although the Blackhawks are on call 24/7 for any type of emergency. “Is it scary,” I ask, “flying missions at night? ‘Sometimes,’” he replies, especially during the new moon when there is zero illumination — referred to as “red illum” — leaving the country in near total darkness. Even night vision goggles can’t cut through the blackness. He started to describe a particular mission last month flying the Hindu Kush mountain range at night, but stopped. He didn’t want to say something that would cause me angst. I know that so I let it slide. The danger isn’t lost on me. I am proud of my children and their willingness to serve, as I am of every military member. I hope people remember that Freedom isn’t Free on Veterans Day, and the personal sacrifice made by less than 1% of our population. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation last Friday declaring all of November as a month to honor American veterans and military families. In his Nov. 1 message, the country’s chief executive urged communities to “honor the service, sacrifices and contributions of veterans and military families for what they have done and for what they do every day to support our great nation.” Veterans Day has another meaning for me. Nov. 11 also happens to be our son’s birthday. We all chipped in to buy him a fancy expresso machine as a gift. To my surprise, Amazon conveniently ships to Bagram Airfield — who knew? His flight crews bemoaned the fact the group they replaced packed up their machine and took it home, so we agreed to replace it. Providing these dedicated soldiers the perfect latte is the least we can do. In honor of Veterans Day, I’d like to say Happy Birthday Eric. Please stay safe. Debra Neutkens is editor of the White Bear Press.

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Making sense of your Medicare options Medicare annual enrollment period is here, which means you have until Dec. 7 to pick a new Medicare plan for 2020 if you want one. And, even if you’re happy with your plan, many people don’t realize their plan’s benefits can change from year to year. So how do you know if you’ve got the right one? First your health needs, then your plan details First consider your health. Health history, and frequency and type of doctor visits, will help you identify the best-fit plans. Movers & Preventive medicine and screening Shakers services are Sara Wagner typically covered under Medicare plans, but it’s important to think about additional care you might need in the next year. Medications matter, too. Most Medicare plans offer outpatient prescription drug coverage, called Part D. As you think about your Part D options, check if your drugs are covered

by the plans you’re considering. When you have a good idea about the type of care you’ll need in the coming year, it’s time to explore the Medicare options available to you. Supplement vs Advantage In the Northeast Suburbs, many people will consider Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Supplement plans have access to any provider in the U.S. that accepts Medicare, meaning there is no network. However, Supplement plans can be more expensive per month and typically require a person to undergo a health evaluation before they can be accepted. These plans cover medical services only, so you will also need to purchase a Part D drug plan if you want drug coverage, and will have to carry multiple cards to verify your coverage with doctors and pharmacies. Medicare Advantage plans have the benefit of convenience and simplicity. All of the coverage is within one plan – often with drug coverage included – and one number to call with questions. Many Medicare Advantage plans also have low or zero dollar premiums and extra benefits like dental, eyewear and

routine vision and hearing exam coverage. Networks & quality It’s important to pick a plan that provides coverage at your preferred doctors, clinics and hospitals. Unlike Supplement plans, Medicare Advantage plans can change their network from year-toyear, so it’s important to look up your doctor and confi rm they continue to be listed in the directory. Beyond network, it’s helpful to consult the recently released Medicare Star Ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The agency rates plans’ overall performance in more than 40 areas across nine general categories. Making the choice Picking a health plan is very personal, so try talking with someone from the health plan you’re considering. You’ll get a better idea about the organization that will be caring for you and the benefits of its plans. Sara Wagner Manager, HealthPartners Medicare & Individual Health Solutions

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS County yard waste site officially opens Washington County officially opened its Northern Yard Waste Site (formerly operated by the city of Hugo) at 5527 170th St. N., Hugo, on Saturday, Nov. 2. Washington County residents can bring leaves, grass clippings, brush and other plant materials to the collection site. The hours will be from 11 a.m. until dusk on Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturday, and noon to 4:30 p.m. Sundays through November. Beginning in December, the site will operate on winter hours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

Experience dementia using virtual reality Washington County Library, in partnership

with FamilyMeans and ACT on Alzheimer’s, will host an opportunity for community members to experience dementia using virtual reality (VR) at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Road N., Forest Lake. FamilyMeans staff will guide people through VR experiences individually and in group settings to highlight important insights and help participants reflect on what they see and learn. Participants will also have the opportunity to preview the library’s new Memory Minder activity kits, which contain resources and activities designed to spark memories, create conversation and provide positive interactions with individuals experiencing memory loss. This VR experience is

CHURCH BRIEFS Quilt and fleece blanket-making First Presbyterian Church of White Bear Lake invites community members to a day of blanket-making and quilt tying from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16. Both the blankets and quilts will be given to Solid Ground in White Bear Lake and the Marie Sandvik Center in Minneapolis. Lunch will be provided. No experience is necessary. Materials will be provid-

ed, but additional fabric is always appreciated. Each project requires two 6-foot lengths of polar fleece to make a blanket. Also needed are fabrics for house quilts, outdoor fabric (waterproof), old blankets to use as quilt liners and a good pair of scissors. Items may be donated at the church prior to the event or the day of. First Presbyterian Church is located on the corner of Fifth Street and Bloom Avenue in White Bear Lake, just across the

street from Press Publications. For more information, call the church office at 651-429-3381, send an email to office@fpcwbl.org or visit fpcwbl.org.

Depot Church changes Sunday worship time The Depot Church in Hugo has moved its worship time from 5:15 to 4 p.m. on Sundays. The Depot Church meets at Oneka Elementary School. For more information, visit thedepotchurch.org.

Nick Ferro, 32 from Hugo, died unexpectedly on October 20, 2019. Beloved father and friend. Survived by fiancee Britny Ruckmar, daughter Aubrie Ferro, step children Lily and Jayden and many friends. Your smile and sense of humor will be greatly missed. I love you to the moon and back. One day we will be together again. A balloon release was held October 26, 2019 and a Celebration of life was held November 2, 2019.

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REGIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS Preliminary figures from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety show 301 people have died on Minnesota roads since Jan. 1, compared to 313 last year at this time. The fatalities include 143 single-vehicle crashes and 155 multi-vehicle crashes. The most deaths have been alcohol-related. Extra DWI Enforcement on holidays and weekends runs Nov. 27 through Dec. 28. Drunk driving-related crashes contributed to 84 deaths on Minnesota roads in 2018.

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A study released by USDrugTestCenters shows Minnesota ranks No. 33 for youth consumption of Marijuana, No. 12 for alcohol use and No. 33 for cocaine use. The study used recent data from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The study measured use of marijuana, alcohol, vaping, pain killers and harder drugs such as cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine. In Minnesota, 6% of youth ages 12 to 17 and 19% of youth ages 18 to 25 use marijuana. About 23% of youth age 12 to 20 drink alcohol; and 14% binge drink.

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HUGO, CENTERVILLE & LINO LAKES Event details are subject to change. Please contact the event organizer to verify information prior to attending.

Where: Rice Lake Centre in Hugo – Located east of Hwy. 61 on County Road 8 at the east end of the Hugo Public Works Building. Details: All senior citizens from Hugo and HUGO SENIOR surrounding areas are CITIZENS PLAY ‘500’ When: 12:45 p.m. Thursdays, invited to join us for an afternoon of Cribbage. Nov. 7 and 21; and the 1st Coffee and refreshments and 3rd Thursday of every will be served. month Contact: 651-429-4413 Where: Rice Lake Centre – Located east of Hwy. 61 HUGO SR. CLUB on County Road 8 at the east end of the Hugo Public When: 1 p.m., Nov. 18th and Works Building. 3rd Mon. of every month. Details: Games begin Where: Rice Lake Centre in promptly at 12:45 p.m. Hugo Refreshments and coffee Details: One hour class on will be served. All senior Planning For the Future, citizens from the area are presented by the W.B. Area invited. Join us and bring Sr. Programs. a friend. Following this class will Contact: Barb at be regular meeting and 651-429-0883 or games. Refreshments will be served. barbconnolly1958@yahoo. com Contact: Barb @ 651-4290883 or barbconnolly1958@ yahoo.com GROUNDWATER

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When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Where: Hugo City Hall, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave N, Hugo Details: Free workshop for residents addresses groundwater topics including septic systems, private wells, healthy homes and household hazardous waste. Free water testing for coliform bacteria and nitrates to all participants who pre-register at least one week in advance. Contact: tinyurl. com/2019groundwater

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, Friday, Nov. 8 and Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: Centennial High School Performing Arts Center, 4707 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: High school fall play is a comedy. Tickets general admission available day of performance. $6/adults; $4/ seniors and students.

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When: 2-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 Where: Hugo Fire Station, 5323 140th St. N. Details: All blood types needed. Schedule an appointment online. Contact: redcross.org/giveblood

When: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 Where: White Bear Lake City Hall Details: Free general meeting of the League of Women Voters features speaker Andrew Virden, director of Census Operation and Engagement, MN State Demographic Center, who will discuss the importance of the 2020 Census and ways in which White

CRIBBAGE When: 12:45 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 and the 4th Monday of every month

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INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY: FAMILY GAME NIGHT When: 4-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Bring a game to play with others, or play games like Settlers of Catan, Apples to Apples, Sushi Go, Sorry, Uno and Go Fish. All ages. Snacks provided. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

WINTER FARMERS MARKET When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Lake Details: Local food vendors and community booths, food trucks, as well as a class. Nov. 9 class is on fermentation. Contact: forksinthedirt.com

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Holiday Open House When: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Shop early at local retailers;

check website to confi rm date and time Contact: downtownwhitebearlake.com

STEM SATURDAYS: BRUCE TEDX MAHTOMEDI THE BUG GUY When: 3-7 p.m. Sunday, When: 3-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Bug-filled show ’n tell, interesting facts and hands-on activities, including live critters. All ages; no registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

Nov. 10 Where: White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church, 328 Maple St, Mahtomedi, MN Details: Sixth iteration of ideas and inspiration with the theme, “Think Again!” Admission $20. Contact: communityed. mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Chili lunch, bake sale, crafters and vendors, raffle, white elephant used goods sale and more. Contact: 763-784-2558 or stmarkcp.org

When: Saturdays, Nov 9 and 16 Where: Warden’s House Museum, 602 N. Main St., Stillwater Details: See seldom displayed dresses, clothing and accessories from the Washington County Historical Society’s collection. Contact: 651-439-5956 or wchsmn.org

Nov. 11 Where: St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Connect with other families and celebrate people with Down Syndrome. Light meal and child care provided. RSVP. Contact: northmetro@ dsamn.org

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When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 and 9 a.m.noon Sunday, Nov. 10 Where: St. Joseph Catholic Church, 171 Elm St. Lino Lakes Details: Holiday gifts, crafts and decorations from the more than 60 vendors. Candy and bake sale. Handmade cinnamon and caramel rolls, turkey dinner and other food options. Open to all. Contact: facebook. com/St-Josephs-ofLino-Lakes-HolidayBazaar-227871541416024

When: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: Big Marine Park Reserve, 17495 Manning Trail N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Learn to identify birds that call the area home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with a guide. Free with parks permit. Open to all ages; minor must be with an adult. Contact: 651-430-8200 or co.washington.mn.us/ parks

When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1965 E. County Rd. E, White Bear Lake Details: Large selection of handcrafted items, baked breads and goodies, Christmas Remembered Shop, live music and lunch. Proceeds benefit local charities. Contact: ststephenwbl.org

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MN NORTH METRO DOWN SYNDROME WARDEN’S HOUSE TRUNK PARENT GROUP SHOW When: 6-8 p.m. Monday,

SOS LUNCH When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 Where: American Legion Post 39, 2678 E. 7th Ave., North St. Paul Details: Free meal for veterans, includes chipped beef on toast, referred to as SOS. Family members and the public can order off the regular menu. Patriotic songs performed.

WBCA ANNUAL MEMBERS EXHIBITION When: Nov. 11-Dec. 18 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Recent original

artwork by local artists on display. Reception Thursday, Dec. 5 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSES When: 5:30-9 p.m. Monday, Nov 11; 5:30-9 p.m. Monday, Nov 18 and Tuesday, Nov. 19 Where: Roseville Baptist Church, 211 West County Rd. B2 Details: Free class for people age 55 and older that gives them a 10 percent discount on auto insurance. Refresher class on Nov. 11; First-time course on Nov. 18 and 19. Call to reserve a spot. Contact: 612-438-7302

ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CEREMONY When: 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Park, Mahtomedi Details: Join American Legion Kramer-Berg Post 507, veterans and families for a celebration honoring service men and women. Patriotic songs performed.

BUILD A BURGER FOR TROOPS When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 Where: White Bear Lake VFW 1782, 4496 Lake Ave. S. Details: Fundraiser for Suburban Ramsey County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. $6 burgers. Open to the public. Contact: 651-426-4944

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Where: Lino Lakes Public Safety Training Room, 640 Town Center Parkway Details: Help assemble holiday wigs for children suffering hair loss due to cancer treatments or alopecia. Drop-in; 2 hours to complete a wig. No experience needed. Pizza and salad on Friday, sandwiches on Saturday. RSVP. Contact: whimsicalwigsmn@ gmail.com

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Santa Paws When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 and Sunday Nov. 10 Where: Forest Lake Senior Center, 767 4th St. SW, Forest Lake Details: Fundraiser for Northwoods Humane Society includes photos

for families and pets with Santa, bake sale, discounts on microchips and nail clippings and deals on pet supplies. Details online. Contact: northwoodshs.org/ fundraising-events/santapaws-2019

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When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Where: White Bear Lake Fire Station, McKnight rd. and County Rd. E Details: American Heart Association certified class covers adult, child and infant CPR, airway obstruction and AED module. Registration required. Contact: whitebearlake. org/publicsafety

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3770 Bellaire Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Free session to help friends, family members, neighbors, volunteers and faith community members feel empowered and prepared to offer assistance by visiting with an older adult with memory loss in his or her home. Register by Nov. 8. Contact: 651-632-5320 or jschuller@lyngblomsten. org

CITIZEN: AN AMERICAN LYRIC When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Book discussion around the testament to the individual and collective efforts of racism in our society. Free; registration required. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

HARD WATER ICE FISHING EXPO When: Nov. 15-17 Where: Sport Expo Center, 1700 105th Ave. NE, Blaine Details: Instructional seminars, product demonstrations, kids fishing pond, celebrity anglers. Contact: nscsports.org

LUNCH & LEARN FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS When: Noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Where: Coventry of Mahtomedi, 720 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Enjoy lunch and hear about various resources available to aid individuals through their caregiving journey. Q and A with residents and staff. RSVP. Contact: 651-689-1358 or klabell1@fairview.com

STILLWATER LADIES NIGHT OUT When: 2-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 Where: 100 Main St., Stillwater Details: Downtown shops offer discounts,

drink specials, food samples, fashion tips and decorating ideas, followed by drawing at 8:30 p.m. Contact: 651-342-1386 or mainstreetstillwateriba. com

LET’S MAKE STUFF: UPCYCLED GIFT CARDS When: 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Take old holiday cards and turn them into fun new things, like gift tags, ornaments, bookmarks and more. Materials provided. Creative class for adults meets every second Thursday of the month. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY BAND FALL CONCERT AND BAKE/ CRAFT SALE When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 Where: Centennial Performing Arts Center, 4702 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Performance by local musicians. Contact: centennial communityband.org

WHIMSICAL WIGS WIG-MAKING MARATHON When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16

When: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 Where: Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall Details: Day-long symposium features numerous experts on Minnesota baseball history and sports architecture. Baseball and local history fans of all sorts are encouraged to attend. Contact: sabr.org

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ST. PAUL PRAYER BREAKFAST When: 7 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 Where: InterContinental St. Paul Riverfront Hotel, 11 E. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul Details: Annual event with local church, civic, business and education leaders. Contact: saintpaulprayer. org

LUTFISK AND MEATBALL DINNER When: Thursday Nov. 21, multiple serving times Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trail N., Scandia Details: Traditional Swedish Smorgasbord served at the Scandia Community Center, sale at the Gammelgarden Butik. Contact: 651-433-5053 or gammelgardenmuseum. org

CHEESE AND CHOCOLATE MINUTEEARTH: SCIENCE WEEKEND AND STORIES ABOUT When: Noon-5 p.m. OUR AWESOME PLANET Saturday, Nov. 16 and Sunday, Nov. 17 Where: Five wineries throughout the St. Croix Valley Details: Enjoy sampling local cheeses and wonderful chocolates at participating wineries. Contact: 3riverswinetrail. com

When: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 Where: Marine Community Library, 121 Judd St. Details: Join Alex Reich and Marine resident Peter Reich, co-founders of the popular YouTube channel MinuteEarth, for an entertaining and informative program about creating science content on YouTube. All ages. Contact: Marine CommunityLibrary.org

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OK Factor while browsing unique artisanal vendors. Saturday is shopping, children’s activities including Snow Fairy Gift Garden and food trucks. Contact: 651-487-6700 or mnwaldorf.org/holidayfair

‘MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET’ When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 21-Dec. 15 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Lakeshore Players Theatre perform the holiday classic. Tickets $20; preview tickets $15. Contact: 651-429-5674 or lakeshoreplayers.org

NORTH OAKS HOLIDAY HOME TOUR, LUNCHEON, BOUTIQUE & GALA When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and 6-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 Where: North Oaks Golf Club, 54 East Oaks Rd. Details: Tour decorated homes in North Oaks and shop the Holiday Boutique for unique clothing, jewelry and gift items. $35 online; $40 at the door. Lunch $25, reserve in advance. Gala Saturday night. Fundraiser for Children’s Hospital Association. Contact: cha4kids.org/ guilds/northoaks1

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When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. When and where: 2:30 24; Preview Gala 6:-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17 at p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 Vadnais-Sucker Lake Where: Washington recreational area and County Historic 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. Courthouse, 101 W. Pine 24 at Triangle Park, ANOKA COUNTY St., Stillwater Mahtomedi BUSINESS SUMMIT Details: Historic site Details: Hike goes approx. When: 7:30-9:30 a.m. decorated for the holidays. 5 miles and last 1 1/2-2 Thursday, Nov. 21 Live music, open tea room, hours. Where: Anoka Technical Contact: stpaulhike.com College, 1355 West Hwy. 10, Holiday Bazaar and bake shop and guided tours. Anoka Photos with Santa noon-3 55+ DRIVER DISCOUNT Details: Free event for p.m. Gala $25/advance PROGRAM-4 HOUR business owners and or $30 at the door; other REFRESHER professionals includes a events free. breakfast and networking When: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Contact: 651-275-7075 or event, panel presentation Monday, Nov. 18 about business expansion co.washington.mn.us Where: White Bear Lake and relocation planning, Police Dept., 4701 Hwy 61 ALTERNATIVE State of Minnesota Details: Must complete GIFT MARKET Workforce update and a the refresher course panel presentation about When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every three years to local workforce solutions. Saturday, Nov. 23 and 11 maintain 10% discount Registration required. a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 on auto insurance. $22; Contact: 763-324-4609 or Where: First Presbyterian registration required. anokacountysuccess.org Church, 6201 Osgood Ave. Contact: 888-234-1294 or N., Stillwater mnsafetycenter.org MINNESOTA WALDORF Details: Shop a variety SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAIR, of fair-traded items COOK THE BOOK CLUB ARTISAN MARKETPLACE, including handicrafts, When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. WINE & CHEESE EVENT foods, toys, clothing and Wednesday, Nov. 20 When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. more; gifts of donations to Where: Hardwood Creek 22; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, nonprofits; reusable fabric gift bags of all sizes and Library, 19955 Forest Rd. Nov. 23 N., Forest Lake Where: Minnesota Waldorf for all occasions. Contact: 651-439-4380 Details: New monthly School, 70 East County or fpcstillwateragm. book club, choose between Road B, Maplewood wordpress.com one of two books to read Details: Friday night is and cook from. This a free, adults-only event month’s selections are where shoppers can snack “Dorie’s Cookies” by Dorie on cheese and wine and Greenspan and “The listen to live music by the

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HUGO POLICE REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents: • A resident in the 14000 block of Homestead Avenue N. reported damage to his mailbox overnight Sept. 28-29. There are no suspects. • An unidentified motorist was issued a verbal warning at 11:16 a.m. Sept. 29 on Oneka Lake Blvd. N. at Geneva Avenue for speeding. Two other motorists were pulled over at the same intersection for speeding less than 24 hours later. • A Minnesota motorist was cited at 12:31 p.m. Sept. 29 on westbound Oneka Lake Blvd. N. and Goodview Avenue N. for speeding in a 30 mph zone by eastbound deputies who clocked him at 45 mph.

• A Minnesota motorist was cited at 8:31 a.m. Sept. 30 on southbound Forest Blvd. N. and 147th Street N. for semaphore violation by westbound deputies waiting at the stop light who observed their own traffic signal turn green, followed by the subject proceeding through the red light. • A Minnesota driver was cited at 1:07 p.m. Sept. 30 on eastbound Egg Lake Road N. and Goodview Avenue N. for speeding in a 35 mph by west-facing deputies on stationary patrol who clocked him at 47 mph. • A wallet was reported found at 6:23 p.m. Sept. 30 in the 5000 block of 129th Drive N. Deputies located a business cell phone on a card found in the wallet and called the number without success. Deputies tried another phone number and an email address. If they had received no response by Oct. 3, the wallet was to be entered into evidence. • A Minnesota motorist was cited at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 1 in the 14000 block of westbound Foxhill Avenue N. for speeding in a 30 mph zone after eastbound deputies on stationary patrol clocked him at 38 mph. • A Minnesota man was cited at 12:22 a.m. Oct. 2 in the 4000 block of Frenchman Road for driving after revocation and failure to provide proof of insurance after deputies on patrol conducted a random license plate check on the vehicle as it left the Kwik Trip parking lot. • A resident in the 4000 block of 143rd Court N. at 9:13 a.m. Oct. 2 reported that several credit cards and lines of credit had been opened using his Social Security number. • A Minnesota woman was cited at 1:24 p.m. Oct. 2 on eastbound Frenchman Road and Forest Blvd. N. for tabs that expired in June. The driver said that although the vehicle was registered in her husband’s name, she was the primary driver.

• Thirty feet of copper wire was reported stolen from a new construction site in the 5000 block of 130th Way N. at 11:40 a.m. Oct. 3. Later that same day, at 12:50 p.m., another 30 feet of copper wire was reported stolen from a different construction site in the 13000 block of Flay Road N. No suspects or video surveillance were available. • A resident in the 5000 block of 159th Court N. reported at 4:00 p.m. Oct. 3 that he had been contacted by Elavon: Payment Processing Solutions to confi rm approximately $42,000 worth of transactions over the previous week. The complainant later learned that his Social Security number, address and previous place of employment were all used to open a credit card processing account. • A Minnesota man was cited at 4:05 p.m. Oct. 3 in the 14000 block of Forest Blvd. N. for passing on the right after southbound deputies on patrol observed him use the right turn lane to pass a school bus turning left to go east on 159th Street N. The subject did not turn right in the turn lane but continued straight down Highway 61.The driver told deputies he thought he was using a bypass lane. Deputies quickly advised the driver that the right turn lane to go westbound onto 159th Street N. was clearly marked with an arrow and sign to turn right only.

The driver was also verbally warned about an object suspended from the rearview mirror.

• A resident in the 4000 block of Elm Drive N. at 11:23 a.m. Oct. 4 reported receiving a phone call from a female claiming her Social Security number had been used in criminal activity. When the complainant told the female she knew the call to be a scam, the female swore at her and hung up. Deputies advised the complainant to block the number. • A Minnesota man was cited at 5:35 p.m. Oct. 4 in the 7000 block of 170th Street N. for speeding 70 mph in a 55 mph zone by eastbound deputies at Ingersoll Avenue who clocked him on radar. • A Hugo man was arrested on a Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office felony domestic warrant at 7:51 p.m. Oct. 6 in the 15000 block of Goodview Trail N. after deputes received information that he was at the residence. • A work vehicle parked in the 5000 block of 129th Street N. was reported tampered with overnight Oct. 7-8 after its owner noticed evidence of someone having tried to pry the back door open. No access was gained, and nothing was taken. No important clues were left behind, either. • A Harley-Davidson motorcycle was reported stolen at 6:48 a.m. Oct. 8 from the 4000 block of Elm Drive N. It is unknown how the thieves got into the garage. • A resident in the 4000 block of Emmit Drive N. at 1 p.m. Oct. 8 reported the unauthorized use of his TCF Visa debit card. • A shotgun was reported stolen at 9:34 p.m. Oct. 9 from a garage in the 13000 block of Europa Court N. The owner of the shotgun told deputies he was restoring the gun and that it was non-functional, as the bolt was not among the items taken. The parts were valued at $300. • A resident in the 5000 block of 147th Street N. reported a suspicious person in her house at 3:31 a.m. Oct. 10. The complainant stated she was awakened by loud talking and saw on her security camera that the woman who had been allowed to house sit the complainant’s house for a few days had a random female in the house with her. When the complainant confronted the housesitter, the housesitter denied knowing the random female and said that she believed that two younger children had been hiding in the complainant’s house. When deputies searched the house, they found no one hiding.

4:53 p.m. Oct. 10 reported being contacted by Third Coast Merchant Services seeking to verify his recent inquiry about opening a line of credit. The complainant told deputies the personal information used by the caller as bait, such as his business name and address, was all public information anyway.

However, the complainant was not inclined to contribute any nonpublic personal information to the cause. Therefore, he suffered no monetary loss. • A resident in the 5000 block of 149th Street N. at 12:03 a.m. Oct. 11 reported his roommate for moving a backpack and taking his blood pressure medication from the backpack. The complainant said he and his roommate had a history of disagreements. • A suspicious black vehicle parked for 30 minutes outside a residence in the 4000 block of Prairie Trail N. at 1:52 a.m. Oct. 11 turned out to be the neighbor who had lingered for a while at a stop sign. In responding to the call, deputies located the suspicious black vehicle at the stop sign and followed it around the corner into the garage of a nearby residence. • A Minnesota man was cited at 8:32 a.m. Oct. 11 on eastbound 170th Street N. and Jeffrey Avenue N. for speeding 70 mph in a 55 mph zone by westbound deputies who clocked him at 73 mph. The driver told deputies he was late for a job in Stillwater. • A resident in the 4000 block of 126th Street N. at 1:43 p.m. Oct. 11 reported the theft of a power washer with hose and reel. There are no suspects. • An unidentified motorist was arrested at 5:15 p.m. Oct. 11 in the 13000 block of Forest Blvd. N. for driving after revocation with a history of failing to appear to pay fi nes. • A Minnesota husband was cited at 10:43 a.m. Oct. 12 in the 5000 block of westbound 140th Street N. for tabs that expired in November. The driver told deputies it was his wife’s car and that the registration task must have slipped through the cracks. • A Minnesota woman was cited at 5:31 p.m. Oct. 12 in the 7000 block of westbound 170th Street N. for speeding 70 mph in a 55 mph zone by eastbound deputies who clocked her on radar.

The driver told deputies she knew she was stopped for speeding 65 mph. The driver was also verbally warned about having the incorrect tabs on her vehicle. The tabs on her The complainant told deputies the vehicle belonged to another vehicle housesitter left before deputies’ owned by her family. Both sets of arrival because she had a felony tabs were correct; they had just been fifth-degree drug possession warrant transposed. • A Minnesota man was cited at 6:38 p.m. Oct. 12 in out on her. Deputies advised the the 13000 block of southbound Fenway Blvd. N. for complainant to contact them if the speeding 47 mph in a 30 mph zone by northbound deputies. The driver told deputies he knew he was housesitter shows up again. stopped for speeding 6 mph over the limit. The

• Deputies issued a written warning for speeding 37 mph in a 30 mph zone at 8:35 a.m. Oct. 10 on Heritage Parkway N. at Empress Avenue N. • Eastbound deputies issued a citation for speeding 35 mph in a 30 mph zone at 9:46 a.m. Oct. 10 in the 6000 block of westbound Oneka Lake Blvd. after they clocked a cooperative motorist at 38 mph. • A Hugo resident at 10:05 a.m. Oct. 10 reported receiving a fake voicemail from Xcel Energy with a spoofed phone number. The recording gave Option 2 to pay, but the reporter hung up and first called Xcel Energy, then the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. • A Minnesota motorist was cited at 12:58 p.m. Oct. 10 on westbound Oneka Lake Blvd. N. at Geneva Avenue N. for speeding 35 mph in a 30 mph zone by eastbound Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies who clocked her at 42 mph. The driver would only admit to going 40 mph. • A Minnesota motorist was cited at 1:42 p.m. Oct. 10 on eastbound Oneka Lake Blvd. N. at Geneva Avenue N. for speeding 40 mph in a 35 mph zone by westbound deputies who clocked him at 52 mph. The driver admitted to going 45 mph. • A resident in the 5000 block of 130th Street N. at

driver was also verbally warned about not having his driver’s license in his possession. • A resident in the 4000 block of Fable Road Court N. reported his vehicle broken into overnight Oct. 12-13. • An intoxicated male reported at 2:08 a.m. Oct. 14 on 120th Street N. and Forest Blvd. N. was located by deputies, given a lift to his residence and turned over to a sober roommate. • A resident in the 15000 block of Forest Blvd. N. at 9:27 a.m. Oct. 14 reported four checks used fraudulently. • A Hugo youth was reported for spray-painting areas of Oneka Elementary School in the 4000 block of Heritage Parkway N. at 5:44 p.m. Oct. 14. The youth’s parent stated that the youth had admitted to him that he was planning to spraypaint the sidewalk area of the school with profanity and lewd statements. The youth’s parent said he was going to try and remove the damage and if he could not, he would make arrangements with Hugo Public Works to clean up the area. • A resident in the 6000 block of 145th Circle N. at 10:27 a.m. Oct. 15 reported mail theft. Loretta Harding

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Pilot injured in small plane crash WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — An experienced pilot from Benson Airport is reportedly OK after crashing his vintage '55 Piper Tri-Pacer in a drainage ditch Sunday morning, Oct. 27. The accident occured on the west side of Hwy. 61 next to Hugo Road across from the airport. Gary McDaniel, 78, was taken by ambulance to Region's hospital with facial lacerations, minor fractures and a possible concussion. His plane was destroyed. The Centerville resident is a former Alaskan bush pilot who also flew for a company in Africa for several years. Fellow Benson Airport pilot and instructor Darryl LaMire was on the scene shortly after the crash but didn't want to speculate on what caused the plane to go down. The Federal Aviation Administration will do an official investigation, as is routine. A witness said it looked like engine failure. There was no damage to the prop, which could indicate it was not turning. It's possible McDaniel was trying to turn 180 degrees back to the airport after experiencing mechanical trouble.

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The 1955 Tri-Pacer spent most of its life at Benson Airport. John Benson bought the four-place plane in 1958. Before it was purchased by McDaniel in 2014, the vintage Piper was owned by Gerry Spiess, the former White Bear Lake sailor who made history in a 10-foot boat called Yankee Girl. A Ramsey County deputy was quickly on scene last Sunday morning after the plane went down. The accident occurred in the area of Hugo Road and Overlake Avenue in White Bear Township.

“I hate to see this happen, but at least no one on the ground was in danger,” LaMire said. “The fact Gary is OK shows that the shoulder harness restraint system in the airplane worked.” Word spread quickly among Benson pilots that McDaniels' emergency locator transmitter had alerted; usually indicating a plane has crashed. According to LeMire, the Piper was equipped with a new style that transmits on the 406 fre-

• An adult female from the 300 block of Elm Street was scammed via email into purchasing several gift cards worth $500 dollars Oct. 22. • Officers responded to a call of a theft in the 100 block of Marvy Street Oct. 23. Suspects have been identified and the incident is under investigation. • An officer responded to a report of damage to a vehicle in the 6500 block of Pheasant Run South Oct. 23. The incident is under investigation.

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quency. “When that goes off, the Air Force knows in minutes who it is, where it is located and the type of plane,” he said. Emergency personnel were quickly on the scene. McDaniel had to be extricated from the aircraft by White Bear Lake fi refighters.

• The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Department requested assistance with a theft investigation in the 7100 block of Grey Squirrel Road Oct. 25. Officers spoke with a resident and located a stolen ATV. The Sheriff’s Department was provided information to continue its investigation. • Officers responded to a vehicle fire in the 8000 block of I-35E Oct. 25. The fire department responded and extinguished the fire. There were no injuries. • Officers were requested to check on a

• An officer performed a traffic stop for group of juveniles jumping bikes into a pond in the 6500 block of Clearwater suspicious behavior in the 7500 block of Main Street Oct. 23. The driver was Creek Oct. 25. Officers investigated and determined the juveniles were looking for a runaway juvenile. The juvenile walked to the traffic stop and safe and had adult supervision. was reunited with the driver. • While on patrol, an officer performed a traffic stop in the area of 20th • Officers responded to a report of Avenue and Ash Street Oct. 25. The suspicious activity in the 500 block officer investigated and arrested the of Apollo Drive Oct. 25. A fraudulent driver for driving while impaired. package was shipped to a local business. Officers spoke to the victim • Officers responded to a damage to and advised them to contact their property report in the 7700 block local police department. of Mustang Lane Oct. 26. The investigation is ongoing.

The Centennial Lakes Police reported the following incidents: • Police responded to the 7100 block of 21st Avenue in Centerville on report of a possible counterfeit bill Oct. 23. • Officers were dispatched to Circle Pines Oct. 23 on report of an assault and criminal sexual conduct report that occurred within the city. The case was referred to the Criminal Investigations Division. • Police responded to the city of Lexington Oct. 23 on report of a disorderly male. The male was subsequently transported to detox. • Police were dispatched to a house fire in the 8900 block of Arona Avenue in Lexington Oct. 27. The Centennial Fire District handled the incident. • Officers were dispatched to a motor vehicle personal injury accident in the 7000 block of Centerville Road in Centerville Oct. 28. A vehicle went through a building. There were no injuries, but there was structural damage to the building. • An officer was dispatched to a phone

call report of stolen license plates in the 9300 block of North Highway Drive in Lexington Oct. 29. Two license plates were stolen from a business. • Officers were dispatched to a noise complaint in the 10 block of Circle Drive in Circle Pines Oct. 29. The noise complaint resulted in a traffic stop of the suspect vehicle; the driver received a citation for driving after revocation. • Officers were dispatched to a fire in the 6900 block of Sumac Court in Centerville Oct. 29. The fire was extinguished.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Male l ffalls ll asleep l behind b h d wheel h l The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single motor vehicle crash at 6:39 p.m. Oct. 23 near the intersection of Frenchman Road and Highway 61 in Hugo. A 19-yearold male fell asleep behind the wheel and crashed into a tree and light pole. The male was evaluated by North Memorial Ambulance and found to have no injuries. He was released to his mother, who responded to the scene.

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Hospital and joined the White Bear Lake Fire Department. Six months ago, he switched over to security at the hospital. His days in the military shaped the person he has become today. “I sometimes think about who I would be without it ... I was kind of a punk little kid, I sometimes got in trouble ... For me, the military was a new start and it was the discipline that I needed. It still affects me every day. I don’t ever call in sick and I’ve never been late to work,” he said. Seven years ago, Loeks established Special Teams Charities, a nonprofit organization that aims to support law enforcement, fi refighters and EMS personnel. Although Loeks loved his time on the fi re department (about seven years), he was disappointed it didn’t involve more charity work. Every time he came up with an idea to give back, he said it was shot down. “There were so many regulations ... “You can’t do this because of this” or “That can’t be approved because of that,” he said. He started Special Teams, a name that evokes the military’s “Special Forces.” Every year, Loeks tries to do one “really big” project, but Special Teams always has something going on and continues to grow every year. Loeks and his wife, Racheal, have dedicated their lives to charity work. Even on their wedding day, instead of registering for gifts, they asked for food shelf donations. The two were not allowed to say “I do” until a panel truck was full of food. Other notable efforts have included: a 100-mile hike to bring attention to violence against health care workers; a hike from Duluth to White Bear Lake to raise more than $20,000 for a loaded allterrain vehicle for the fi re department; sitting out on the corner of Highway 61 and Fourth Street to fi ll a truck with toilet paper for the food shelf; and an “America Is Beautiful” event to collect care packages for the Hugo Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network. Loeks just wrapped up his effort for homeless to-go bags, which were fi lled with personal hygiene items, food, drinks and resources. “At the hospital, I see these people that literally have nothing ... When they go, we can at least hand them the bag. It is not supposed to be life-changing, but it is supposed to get them through a couple of days,” he said. Now, Loeks has transitioned over to his next campaign, which is to recognize the work of police officers. “I work with a lot of law enforcement personnel, and I think they need us more than ever right now. I have seen a lot of people think that they are just these robots,” he said. “Now that I am right next to them in security, I get a great taste of what they go through. They are human beings, and they need to hear good things just like anyone else.” The best part of the HealthPartners award, Loeks said, was the fact that he got to turn it into a charity contribution. He chose to direct a gift of $1,000 to the Hugo Yellow Ribbon Network (YRN). He chose the network because he knows just how important care packages are to soldiers. “When I was in the military, it was before the

“He is truly one of the angels among us.” Chuck Haas Hugo YRN Chair

Jeff Loeks works in security at Regions Hospital. Seven years ago, Loeks established Special Teams Charities, a nonprofit organization that aims to support law enforcement, firefighters and EMS personnel.

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Above: In September 2017, when Jeff and Racheal tied the knot, instead of asking for gifts they asked for donations to the food shelf. They were not allowed to say “I do” until a large truck was full of donations. Right: Jeff and his wife Racheal at the America is Beautiful event, which collected care packages for the Hugo Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network.

internet and (cell)phones, so it was very lonely. I remember other guys who had really good families and they would open up care packages and share them,” he said. “It is hard to explain how far away you feel when you are looking around at dirt and nothing looks American ... to see a Twizzlers wrapper in your hand, that is huge.” Loeks will be honored at a special HealthPartners event Nov. 18.

“There is no doubt that Jeff makes a difference in the lives of so many people. To helping the homeless, who are treated at Regions, to supporting community food shelves, to raising awareness of the need to support those in the helping professions (nurses, fi rst responders, police officers) and helping our deployed military,” Hugo YRN Chair Chuck Haas said. “He really cares about helping others and not only constantly helps them himself but recruits and inspires others to care and help. He is truly one of the angels among us.” Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

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and it isn’t as alarming.” He added that the watershed district doesn’t have a truth in taxation hearing like the city, county and school district. “As appointed people with levy authority, there is an extra responsibility there that I would hope in the future you would take some steps not to have these huge increases,” he said. Councilman Mike Miron asked, “You have these big projects that were delayed for a number of years. What do you see down the road? Do you have a number of other larger projects that the district is going to be hoping to tackle? Do you think that this is going to accomplish a lot of what you are hoping to accomplish for a number of years as you look in your long-term crystal ball?” Isensee said that the district has a few more largescale projects and a number of smaller projects that have yet to be done in its 2010-2020 management plan. Now, while preparing its next 10-year plan, the district will take another look at its priorities. Isensee added that the district is hopeful it can continue to acquire more grants and build successful partnerships to help offset the costs in the future. Mayor Tom Weidt thanked the district for attending the meeting and said, “People don’t really know what the watershed does. It’s an important part of the network that keeps the water flowing the way we want to. I recommend going forward that you

session Oct. 9 and would extend the invitation. District Administrator Mike Isensee along with President Wade Johnson and Secretary Kristin Tuenge attended the Oct. 21 meeting to share information on the proposed budget, projects the district has going on and answer questions for the council. Isensee explained that 60% of the district’s budget will be spent on projects. The 2020 budget is proposed to be approximately $1.3 million compared to about $979,000 in 2019, an increase of more than 30%. Some $466,900 of the budget will be accounted for through grants and $770,000 by levy, which represents an increase of $180,000. Isensee said for a $250,000 home, the homeowner’s annual contribution to the district would increase from $72 to $95. “CMSCWD has the lowest levy in Washington County, even with the increase,” he said. Haas said, “I was looking at your budget and I was alarmed at the large increase. Of course, your justification is you have these large grants. For the next six years, we have $13 million worth of road improvements to do. And we are chipping away at that with $2 million a year ...” Haas said. “We build into our levy some dollars not to spend this year, but to put away for these future things so we don’t have to have a huge levy increase on our taxpayers. We do a little bit at a time; it spreads the burden out

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make an effort to reach out to the cities and residents and let them know what you are doing.” Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

Inaugural youth deer season: 5,700 young hunters on target Nearly 5,700 young deer hunters harvested a deer during the DNR’s fi rst statewide youth season Oct. 1720. The tally represents a 77 percent increase from the 2018 youth deer season when the hunt was limited to fewer areas. More than 20,000 youth licenses sold prior to start of statewide youth deer hunting season. “We know that a number of youth license-buyers won’t be hunting until the regular fi rearms deer season, but the large increase in harvest reflects the great response to this new opportunity,” said Barbara Keller, big game program leader for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “Positive early hunting experiences go a long way toward starting or continuing a rewarding fall tradition.” Before opening day of the Minnesota’s fi rst statewide youth deer hunting season, 21,211 youth licenses

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had been purchased, up more than 50 percent from last year at the same time. After the fi rst day of the season, the total increased to 27,960 youth licenses. A total of 7,896 licenses purchased through the youth season were for fi rst-time license holders. The fi rst regional youth deer hunting season happened in 2004

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such a great idea to start it at the elementary level. It is great to have in middle school, but it needs to start sooner.” Oneka is one of four schools (Matoska International, Lincoln Elementary and Lakeaires Elementary are the others) in the district that offer Girls on the Run. The program launched the fi rst week of school and will culminate with a 5K at the Mall of America Nov. 10. The girls meet every Monday and Tuesday, each time with different workouts and lessons that focus on various topics such as empathy, cooperation, friendship, emotions, self-esteem, anti-bullying and leadership. “The purpose of the program is to teach girls empowerment and understand their strength,” said volunteer coach Shauna Coons, whose daughter is a participant in the program. “It gives them a toolbox for addressing issues in their lives, whether it is struggles that they have at school with friends or at home with family.” At the end of each lesson, a goal is set for the next practice. “They have to figure out how they can take that lesson they have learned and apply it at home. Then, at the next practice, they can talk about how they did that,” Coons explained. Oneka fi fth graders Olivia, Kate and Sebrina all said they wanted to do the program to make new friends. “I wanted to do it to make friends and to be more active. I play other sports, but they don’t start until later in the fall,” Kate said. “I wanted to make new friends too. Since all the sports I do are in the summer, I was bored,” Sebrina said. All three girls also said they have really liked how encouraging and supportive everyone is in the program. Olivia said, “I like all the cheers we do.” Sebrina said, “Every day when we are running, my friends say ‘good job’ or ‘keep going.’” This fall, there are 21 girls registered for the program, but six girls were placed on the waitlist and were not able to participate. Mosser explained that since they only have five volunteer coaches, they are limited to the number of girls they can accept. If more people volunteer to coach, more students can

Above: Volunteer Girls on the Run Coach Shauna Coons gets Livia ready for the practice 5K Oct. 28. Left: Kate, a fifth-grader at Oneka Elementary School, shows off all the laps she has finished. Each band on her water bottle represents a completed lap.

be accepted when the program runs again in the spring. When the girls cross that finish line Nov. 10, Mosser said she hopes they “build confidence in themselves and know that they can do anything … that they don’t have to have that hesitation to start something or try something new.” She added that she hopes the students take the lessons they have learned from the program and “apply them to their everyday lives, both in school and outside of school.” Coons said, “I hope they know that they can do hard things.” For more information about the program, visit gotrtwincities.org. Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

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Republic Services recycling pick up at 7 a.m. (south side of Main Street) Nov. 13: City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 15: Republic Services recycling pick up at 7 a.m. (north side of Main Street) Nov. 18: Fete des Lacs Planning Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 20: EDA meeting at 6:30 p.m. Special meetings are posted in the City Hall lobby. Public notices are now published in The Citizen; read them at www.presspubs. com (click on Public Notices).

HUGO CITY CALENDAR Nov. 14: Planning Commission meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 18: City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 19: EDA meeting at 5 p.m. Historical Commission meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 20: Parks Commission meeting at 7 p.m.

LINO LAKES CITY CALENDAR Nov. 12: City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13: Planning and Zoning Board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 14: EDAC meeting at 8 a.m.

CITY BRIEF Winter parking restrictions now in effect Winter parking restrictions are now in effect in the city of Hugo through March 31. That means parking is now not allowed on any city street between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m., or at any time after 2 or more inches of snowfall until the snow has been plowed or removed to the full width of the street. For more details, visit ci.hugo.mn.us and search on “winter parking”.

CITY OF HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The Hugo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 7:00 pm in Hugo City Hall to consider the request of ISD #624 White Bear Lake Area Schools, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN 55110, for a sketch plan review of a potential transportation facility and for the approval of a conditional use permit for exterior storage exceeding the size of the principal building on site. The property is generally located on Fenway Boulevard, north of 130th Street North, legally described as Lot 3, Block 1, Bald Eagle Industrial Park 4th Addition. Full legal description available at Hugo City Hall. Anyone wishing to comment can be heard at this time. Emily Weber, Community Development Assistant Published one time in The Citizen on November 7, 2019.

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The Hugo City Council took the following action at its Oct. 21 meeting: • Approved polling place locations for 2020. • Approved pay voucher No. 4 for $36,000 to Dresel Contracting for the 130th Street improvement project. • Approved pay voucher No. 6 for $226,853 to CB&I LLC for the city’s Water Tower No. 4 project. • Approved a site plan and planned unit development (PUD) for Heartland Credit Union. LaMacchia Group, on behalf of Heartland Credit Union, would like to build a 2,470-square-foot retail bank branch building on the corner of Victor Hugo Boulevard North and Frenchman Road. • Heard from Carnelian-Marine St. Croix Watershed District Administrator Mike Isensee, who shared information about the district’s proposed 2020 budget and upcoming projects. See the full story in this week’s issue of The Citizen. • Heard from City Engineer Mark Erichson, who updated the council on the County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 8 stormwater reuse project. “The city of Hugo continues to work on goals related to stormwater reuse in an effort to reduce the use of potable drinking water drawn from the aquifer for irrigation purposes,” he said. Even though the city has secured $110,000 in grant funding for the estimated $545,000 project, there is still a funding gap. Erichson noted that city staff will continue to pursue further grant funds to help offset the city’s share of the project’s cost. Councilman Phil Klein said he would like to see the project continue to move forward. He wondered whether there would be an opportunity in the future to partner on the project with the city of Lino Lakes. Councilman Chuck Haas said that the city should collaborate with the county on the project because CSAH 8 is a “gateway” into Washington County. “It’s an economic development opportunity for the county,” he said. Mayor Tom Weidt also said he would like the project to move forward. • Authorized the preparation of a feasibility report for the 2020 street improvement project and presented the 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP provides a schedule for the various road-

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The Fry Group presented a $1,735 check to the Hugo Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network (BTYRN) at the Oct. 21 City Council meeting. The funds were raised from the third annual Ribfest. Pictured is Monica and Dave Fry with BTYRN Co-Chair Chuck Haas. Dave said the goal is to hopefully double the proceeds at next year’s event.

way improvements that are necessary to maintain the city streets in an effective and efficient manner, Erichson said. The 2020 project is proposed to include the reclamation of Goodview Avenue from the city line on the south to County Road 8A on the north (Egg Lake Road). A public information meeting is planned in November and a public hearing for the project will likely be held in January. • Authorized the request for quotes for the Judicial Ditch No. 2 (JD2) minor maintenance project. Erichson explained that each year the Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) dedicates $40,000 to Hugo for maintaining the ditch in order to keep the ditch free of obstructions and operating as originally intended. The city of Hugo has periodically performed maintenance, but no significant projects have been completed recently; the city has approximately $150,000 of funds available to perform maintenance. In addition, the RCWD will contribute another 40,000 in 2020 and possibly additional funds for the project, Erichson said. • Set a council workshop for 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, to discuss a Public Works Facility Space Needs study completed by Oertel Arichtects Ltd. Shannon Granholm

CENTERVILLE TIDBITS The Centerville City Council at its Oct. 23 meeting took the following action: • Approved a 2 a.m. liquor license for JV Summit Corp., dba Southern Rail. This is the fi rst 2 a.m. liquor license application for that establishment. “If it doesn’t hurt the neighborhood and it’s good for business, I’m OK with it,” Councilman Russ Koski said. “It potentially helps a business in our town,” Councilman D. Love noted. • Conducted the fi rst reading of an ordinance amending the City Code #94, Second Series – 2019 Fee Schedule, Exhibit A, utility fees, charges and other costs. The city will ordain the inclusion of language and insertion of “REU” (residential equivalent unit) following water usage rates (per statute section 51.02), commercial, water system management fee/ bi-monthly billing period. Where sanitary sewer service is not provided and, therefore, no Metropolitan Council Emergency Services (MCES) sewer availability charge (SAC) unit

determination has been made, the city will determine the number of REUs based on same or similar building usage, according to the MCES SAC procedure manual. Private fi re hose connection rates will include the connection access charge of $1,850 per REU and a water system management fee of $14.85 per REU. • Following discussion, tabled action on the construction of a driveway in the 30-foot easement to the water tower on property belonging to Alex’s Lawn and Turf. Yet-to-be-determined costs of building the driveway will be covered through the city’s water utility fund. According to the conditional use permit (CUP) issued to Alex’s Lawn and Turf, the business is required to build a fence around the water tower and allow the city to access the tower through the business property. The location of an access gate is still to be determined. The city needs the driveway to allow for more reliable access to the tower and to keep vehicles from driving over the

water main leading from the tower. • Officially canceled the Nov. 27 and Dec. 25 City Council meetings and work sessions. These dates were canceled because the city’s second council meetings for November and December fall on or near dates that are major holidays every year. The chance of council achieving a quorum are low during those days. In an emergency, the city can legally schedule a meeting within three days of an announcement to that effect, City Attorney Kurt Glaser said. • Officially scheduled work sessions for Nov. 13 and Dec. 11 at 5:30 p.m. (prior to the regular council meetings). • Discussed the scheduling of the 2020 Goal Setting Retreat for council members. A weekend in November was originally planned. Due to attendance issues, however, the scheduling book for December has now been opened for a possible retreat date during that month. • Pulled from the consent agenda action on the emergency siren main-

tenance contract with Embedded Councilman Matt Montain advised council of discussions surrounding restructuring the emergency warning system within the next year at the county level. The cost of renewing the contract would be $46.20 per siren per month, or $1,109 per year using monies from the general fund. Circle Pines and Lexington use these services, and Centerville has used this provider for 20 years. • Heard a presentation from Jeff Reinert, mayor of Lino Lakes and candidate for Anoka County Commissioner District 6. Reinert, who has lived in the area for 44 years and who has been elected to office eight times, called Centerville the “Grandaddy of Lino Lakes.” The council next meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, at City Hall, 1880 Main St. Loretta Harding

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Paleen was individual champion in 15:25.2. Team scoring — (1) Mounds View 86 (2) Eden Prairie 87 (3) St. Paul Highland Park 135 (4) Edina 158 (5) Prior Lake 160 (6) Eastview 166 (7) White Bear Lake 171 (8) Buffalo 210 (9) Willmar 214 (10) Bemidji 232 (11) Forest Lake 249 (12) Farmington 257 (13) Maple Grove 297 (14) Mankato East 335 (15) Rochester Century 344 (16) Cloquet 396

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Maddie Verkerke saved the best for last, ending her high school cross country career with an all-state, 24th-place finish at the state meet on Saturday, Nov. 2. The White Bear Lake senior got under 19 minutes for the first time in four state runs, finishing the St. Olaf College course in 18:50.9. The top 25 make all-state. Verkerke was one of four Bears who qualified individually after the team placed third in a strong section. “We had a lot of fun. I think it went super well,” Verkerke said. “We all went out really smart. We usually go out really fast. This time we went a little slow and we were going past

people in the second half of the race.” Melanie Pankow, a junior, placed 60th in 19:13, while junior Claire Schneider was 121st in 19:57 and sophomore Maggie Blanding 130th in 20:06 among 176 entrants. Verkerke was 99th after 1600 meters, 45th after 3200 meters, and kept picking off runners in the last 1800. She added state laurels to her sixth-place fi nish at sectionals and third at conference. “Maddie's plan was to run an evenly paced race and to progressively move up throughout the race,” assessed coach Patricia Percival. “This strategy has worked best for this season. She executed the plan to perfection, which can be very difficult to do at a state meet.”

The White Bear Lake boys, primed for a top-three finish at the state cross country meet, were not at their best Saturday and placed seventh of 16 teams in Class AA. Max Nelson led the Bears, earning all-state status by finishing 15th in 15:59.3, at St. Olaf College in Northfield. The Bears were ranked No. 3 at the end of an impressive regular season, highlighted by winning a section with three of the top six ranked teams and winning the huge multistate Roy Griak Invitational for the fi rst time. Conference rival Mounds View edged Eden Prairie by one point to capture the championship. Highland Park, whom the Bears beat at the section, placed third. Nelson was 30th at the one-mile mark, 27th at the two-mile and kept passing runners, as he made a big jump after placing 45th each of the last two seasons in 16:20 and 16:21. Nelson capped an excellent senior season in which he also won the conference meet and placed third in the section behind the 1-2 ranked runners. At state, Isaac Maruyama finished 32nd in 16:14.2. The Bears had a gap after that with Logan Tanttu 82nd (16:46), Trevor Locke 84th (16:46), Ernie Mattson 97th (16:54), Sam Verkerke 107th (16:56) and Ben McLaughlin 139th (17:16), among 176 runners. In team scoring, Nelson was 12th, Maruyama 21st, Tanttu 43rd, Locke 45th, Mattson 50th, Verkerke 57th and McLaughlin 80th. Maruyama, Tanttu, and Verkerke are seniors. Locke and McLaughlin are juniors. Mattson is a sophomore. Highland Park senior Oliver

Cougars’ Pattie 73rd in state cross country Centennial sophomore Jonathan Pattie placed 73rd among 176 entrants in the state Class AA cross country meet on Saturday in Northfield. In his second state meet, Pattie ran the St. Olaf College course in 16:04, improving by 29 seconds and 62 places over last year. Among runners in 10th grade or younger, he placed 13th. “He and I had higher hopes, but he had a great season and continues to improve,” coach Neil Kruse said. “His positive attitude and tremendous work ethic will lead to even better results next season.” Pattie broke Centennial’s 5K

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST/LEAD WORKER FULL-TIME Chisago County has an opening for a full time Financial Assistance Specialist/Lead Worker. Duties include providing technical instruction and training to financial staff, establishing procedures for implementing directives for State and Federal program changes mandated by legislation, and assisting the supervisor in administrative functions. Desired Qualifications: 3 years of clerical experience or experience working with the public OR 2 years of clerical experience in a social service/human service agency OR 2 years of study at an accredited two or four year college or university with emphasis in the behavior sciences, business, or closely related subjects OR successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Financial Worker diploma program OR successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Financial Worker certificate program. $20.46 to $28.04 DOQ. Apply online at the Minnesota Merit System website at governmentjobs.com/mnmeritsystem Deadline: November 19, 2019.

FULL-TIME Chisago County has an opening for a full time County Administrator. Duties include performing executive and administrative work as chief administrative officer under the general direction of the County Board of Commissioners, exercising guidance over appointed and elected department heads in matters of budget, purchasing, and general government within the authority vested in the position by the County Board, and ensuring that all ordinances/resolutions/policies of the Board and all laws of the State required to be enforced are properly executed. Desired Qualifications: A Master's degree in Public Administration or related and a minimum of 5 years of public service is preferred. A BA/BS and 10 years related experience may be substituted. $105k to $143k per year DOQ. Interested candidates may apply online at www.chisagocounty.us and include a résumé. To have an application mailed, please call 651-213-8830. Deadline to apply: November 25, 2019.

FREELANCE WRITER JOB OPENINGS Assembly / Fabrication / Shipping Multiple openings for Assembly / Fabrication / Shipping of ventilation products. Basic math and the ability to read and speak English required. Assembly / Fabrication positions use a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions and test equipment. Must be able to lift 40 Lbs. 10 hour daytime shifts M-Th. Shipping position with forklift experience. Basic computer literacy. UPS / FEDEX Portal knowledge. Must be able to lift 50 Lbs. 8 hour daytime shifts M-F. Tjernlund Products maintains a clean facility; air conditioned break and lunch rooms and a family business environment. Medical, Dental, 401K and PTO. Send resume to sbreunig@tjfans.com or complete application at Tjernlund Products, 1601 9th St. White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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Press Publications is seeking a freelance writer to help with local city council coverage for the Quad Community Press, covering the Lino Lakes, Circle Pines & Lexington areas. Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples to Shannon at quadnews@presspubs.com Desktop Support Assistant Part-Time Start Date: 2019-2020 School Year The Desktop Support position with Mahtomedi Schools provides general support for users of the school district's systems by responding to work orders, installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, resolving, repairing, and maintaining computer systems and other technology-related items while on-site, through remote access or via telephone. High School diploma or equivalent work experience. Apply online at: www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us click on Human Resources Follow directions to complete the application. Thank you ..

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PROBATION CASE AIDE FULL-TIME Chisago County has an opening for a full time Probation Case Aide. Duties include providing case management services to assigned adult/juvenile administrative level probation cases, assisting probation agents with daily job duties, providing various office support services, and other duties as assigned. Desired Qualifications: High school diploma, an A.A. degree in Criminal Justice or related field, relevant work or internship experience. $16.69 to $22.77 DOQ. Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us or call 651-213-8830 to have an application mailed. Deadline to apply: November 15, 2019.

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Surviving a home renovation Homeowners invest large sums into improving their homes to make them more comfortable living spaces or to increase their odds of selling quickly. The Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University predicted U.S. spending on home renovations and repairs to peak at $327 billion in 2017. Whether one is doing a large renovation or a small remodel, life may be turned upside down during the project. Furniture may be moved out of the room, walls may be demolished, water or electricity may be turned off, and appliances may be missing or not hooked up. Home improvements often drum up dust and disarray. Such projects can try the patience of any homeowner, and things may get worse before they get better. Even though remodeling can be taxing, the end result is often worth it. Here’s how to look forward to the silver lining and come out unscathed. Discuss the project before it starts. All family members should be in agreement before the ďŹ rst hammer is swung. Decide on as many details as you can ahead of time and have a ďŹ rm plan in place. Establish back-up choices for tiles or color schemes in case the items you want are out of stock. Trying to make decisions under duress may result in bad choices. Do one project at a time. It’s tempting to want to improve as much as possible at once to maximize motivation and renovation materials. However, having no place in which to escape the mess can elevate stress levels. Do not think about renovating kitchens and bathrooms all at once, or you will not have any working ďŹ xtures for tasks like washing up. Have everything in place ‌ Before demolition even begins, have building materials bought and stored, contractors and subcontractors lined up, and see what you can do to minimize the time workers need to spend in your home. ‌ but expect delays. In a world where things move at lightning speeds, renovations have not gotten the memo. Home projects take lots of time and will likely take longer if you are doing the work yourself in your free time. Build lots of extra time into the project so you are not disappointed when delays happen — even when you’ve done your best to avoid them. Plan an escape zone. Construction environments can be messy, loud, smelly, and a host of other unsavory adjectives. The chaos that ensues when life is turned upside down can be overwhelming, particularly for the person who spends the most time in the home while work is being done. Build escape moments into the plan and make sure everyone else at home is on board. During the real grind of the project, a night or two at a hotel may be a welcome respite.

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Brought to you by WeathermanWatson.com Frank Watson is a local Meteorologist who operates a weather station in White Bear Lake. Weather data and observation are from his weather station and trips around the area. Frank can be found on the internet at WeathermanWatson.com.

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Winter-like weather is starting to creep into our forecast vocabulary. Winter weather has passed off to our north, west, south and east. Relatives in Madison, Wisconsin trick-or-treated in several inches of snow. While a bit chilly here, our weather has cooperated lately. I only say that because it looks like that has come to an end for the time being. Snow and most noticeably much colder than normal temperatures are sticking around for a bit here. Better to have below normal temperatures now than in January or February I always say. Don't fret too much about this cold. Temperatures will rebound and maybe even run above average to end the year out.

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6. Luna from Hugo dresses up as a shark. —Submitted 7. Good Life Senior Living hosted a Fall Festival Oct. 26. Good Life resident Barb is pictured with her daughters. —Submitted 8. Good Life Senior Living Activities Director Sarah Cairns poses for a photo with resident Pat. —Submitted 9. Good Life Senior Living Executive Director Wanda Jackson with little Savanna. — Submitted

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