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When polar explorer Will Steger heard the news, he couldn’t believe it, but knew it was real: The 1,250-squaremile ice shelf he had crossed in Antarctica by dog sled had collapsed into the sea. “It caught me by surprise,” Steger told an audience gathered at the Shoreview Community Foundation’s annual dinner last month. Steger also spoke at an environmental awareness event Nov. 21 at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi. Steger had been standing on the ice shelf a decade before. It was the moment when Steger knew it was time to focus his energies on education, not just exploration. “That was my wake-up call,” he said. A portion of the Larsen B Ice Shelf — about the size of Rhode Island — broke up over a month’s time in 2002, during Antarctica’s summer. The ice shelf had been stable for an estimated 10,000 years. Steger believes the collapse is due to climate change caused by increased carbon dioxide levels. The monthly average carbon dioxide concentration has risen from about 310 parts per million (ppm) in 1960 to almost 400 ppm in 2015,
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HUGO — The Planning Commission and residents had an opportunity to make comments on White Bear Lake Area Schools’ sketch plan for a proposed transportation and maintenance facility Nov. 21. The bus garage located near White Bear Lake Area High School North Campus will likely need to fi nd a new home to make room for the one-campus high school expansion approved by voters last month. The school board approved a purchase agreement Nov. 12 for the 7-acre proposed site, located on Fenway Boulevard north of 130th Street N. Tim Wald, assistant superintendent for fi nance and operations, and Sal Bagley, of Wold Architects and Engineers, attended the meeting to gather feedback from the commission and residents on the sketch plan review and seek a conditional use permit (CUP) for exterior storage exceeding the size of the principal building planned for the site. City Planner Rachel Juba explained a sketch plan review “shows a concept of how the site could be laid out” and offers the opportunity to receive nonbinding comments. “A critical part of the recently passed referendum was unifying our split high school into one high school,” Wald explained. “A significant increase in our population is coming from the north end, so moving our bus garage a little farther north makes good sense for us. It will be fairly centrally located and allow us to operate in a pretty efficient manner. We think this is really an ideal site for us, and we are interested in putting a facility there.” The proposed sketch plan shows a 15,000-square-foot building with an exterior storage area of approximately 46,000 square feet. The facility would include bus and van/ shuttle parking for approximately 75 vehicles (varying in size), offices for transportation and maintenance staff, space to perform vehicle maintenance (indoors), staff parking
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Up in flames, for good reason The Hugo Fire Department conducted a practice live burn Saturday, Nov. 23, in the area of Illies Avenue and 120th Street N. The home was donated to the department by the homeowner.
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COUNTY BRIEFS Washington County will use them for the fi rst time during the August 2020 election.
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The Washington County Board of Commissioners received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the county’s 2019 budget Nov. 26. With the award are Commissioner Weik, District 5; Commissioner Wayne Johnson, District 4; Shannon Gamble, office specialist; Commissioner Fran Miron, District 1; Janna Oman, budget/ ďŹ nancial analyst; Commissioner Gary Kriesel, District 3; Larry Phillips, budget/ďŹ nancial analyst; and Commissioner Stan Karwoski, District 2.
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County board sets commissioner salaries for 2020 Commissioners set commissioners’ 2020 salaries Nov. 26. The 2019 salary for Washington County Commissioners is $69,000, and the county administrator recommended that the 2020 salary for county commissioners be increased by 2.5% to $70,725. County policy establishes guidelines to be considered when setting salaries for county commissioners, such as the salaries and per diems paid by metropolitan counties and similar-sized counties, the wage increases approved through county union bargaining agreements, and the salary increases approved by the state compensation council for legislators, judges, heads of state and metropolitan agencies. The policy directs that, unless decided otherwise by the board, the salary for the office of county commissioner should increase each year by the same amount as the general adjustment approved for the majority of county employees in union bargaining agreements. The general adjustment for 2020 is 2.5%. The board also set salaries for County Attorney Pete Orput at $187,365, Sheriff Dan Starry at $168,033 and Administrator Molly O’Rourke at $192,158. Each salary represents an increase of 4%.
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The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of electronic poll books Nov. 19 to use during elections. The county will purchase the electronic poll books from KNOWiNK for $379,145 under a state contract. Specialized charging carts and other supplies are also part of the purchase, at a full cost of $388,500. Annual maintenance for election equipment is paid for by local municipalities. Electronic poll books provide an efficient method for voters
awards Nov. 26, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award for the county’s 2017 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the county’s 2019 budget. This is the 33rd consecutive year the county has received the CAFR award, which recognizes and encourages excellence in financial reporting by state and local governments. In Minnesota, 18 of the state’s 87 counties received the certificate of achievement. Nationally, 547 of the country’s 3,031 counties received the certificate. 2019 marks the 22nd consecutive year the county has received the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. To receive the award, the county budget must meet all 14 mandatory criteria on which it is rated.
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Property owners who have had a change in ownership and/or occupancy and whose property is eligible for homestead classification should contact the county assessor to fi le a homestead application on or before Dec. 15. Homestead classification will affect the amount of property tax paid in 2020, and it may affect eligibility for a property tax refund. Washington County’s electronic homestead application may be found on the county’s website at www.co.washington.mn.us; search for “homestead application.â€? Contact the county assessor to fi le a homestead application on or before Dec. 15 if one of the following applies: • You purchased a property in the past year and you, or a qualifying relative, occupy the property for homestead purposes on Dec. 1, 2019; or • You, or a qualifying relative, occupy a property for homestead purposes on Dec. 1, 2019, and the property was previously classified as non-homestead. • A qualifying relative for homestead purposes depends on the type of property. For residential property, a qualifying relative can be a parent, stepparent, child, stepchild, grandparent, grandchild, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, nephew or niece of the owner. This relationship may be by blood or marriage. For agricultural property, a qualifying relative can be a child, grandchild, sibling or parent of the owner or of the spouse of the owner. For additional information or questions, call the Washington County Assessment Support Division at 651-430-6175.
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share my middle name, Leona, with one of my great-grandmothers. Our lives never overlapped, but she’s been on my mind lately, especially following the recent death of my dear grandfather, her only child. Leona was killed in December 1991, three weeks before I was born. Days later, an answering machine message from the county coroner’s office broke the news to my grandpa: his mother had been brutally beaten by someone who broke into her Ohio home, presumably to burglarize it, and was surprised to find her there. My grandparents had just celebrated Thanksgiving by her side, unaware that would be the last time they Between would see her. For my grandparents, dad and the Lines uncles, mourning the loss of their beloved mother, mother-in-law and Elizabeth Callen grandmother was also marked by terrible pain, given the violent nature of her death, and anxious uncertainty, as her killer remained at large for months after. Eventually, after the city offered a reward for information, he was identified, found and arrested. The man who killed Leona initially faced the death penalty, but my grandpa vehemently opposed such a sentence. Driven by their religious convictions and commitment to non-violence, he and my grandma petitioned the district attorney— who was elected on a promise to enact capital punishment more frequently—to seek an alternative sentence, and the district attorney eventually conceded to their principled insistence. The man instead received life in prison without parole; he would not kill again but neither would he be killed by the state. The experience led my grandparents, meanwhile, to join the anti-death penalty movement and later to meet Leona’s murderer face-to-face, offering forgiveness and reconciliation. I was a baby when these events unfolded, but I think of them often and am driven to tears of awe when I do. In the face of far less egregious offenses, I have held onto my own bitter resentment much more tightly. I do not know if I could push aside hurt and grief in this same way. I cried again last week when my dad recounted this same story during the eulogy at my grandpa’s funeral. He closed by reading part of the testimony that my grandpa delivered during the sentencing back in 1992: “We do not have hate in our hearts,” he told the judge. “We rest in this way of justice.” My grandpa was among the most tender, generous and sincere people I have ever known, and it is certainly true to say that there was no hate in his heart. But like my dad noted at his funeral, it would be a disservice to characterize his heart solely by what it lacked, as it was full of so many other, more wonderful things—kindness, compassion, joy, a dedication to justice, and a deep curiosity about the world and others—which all rendered hatred incompatible. The light and love he exuded throughout his life left no room for darkness, and in the midst of a tragedy that he knew he would spend the rest of his life grieving, these things led him away from easy anger and blind retribution and toward mercy. Soon, the side table in my living room will bear an antique lamp that I inherited from my grandparents. It is blue and gold, with flowers painted along the base and small crystal prisms dangling from the lampshade. It clashes terribly with the other décor in my apartment, but I love it all the same, especially because before it belonged to my grandparents, it belonged to Leona. Each time I look at it, I will think of her, the remarkable son she raised, and the light he brought to a world that so desperately needs it. I am overjoyed to think of them reunited at last. Elizabeth Callen is a staff writer for the Lowdown. She can be reached at 651-407-1229 or lowdownnews@presspubs.com. Distributed bi-weekly in: • Hugo • Centerville • Lino Lakes
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n this season of appreciation, there is much for which to be thankful. At the top of the list is an appreciation to the community for approving the district’s bond referendum request with 57.4% yes votes earlier this month. With this vote of confidence and support in our schools, our staff and our students, we can now begin planning to Build Our Future! The bond funds will be used to address projected enrollment growth throughout the district; provide safe, secure and healthy learning environments for all students Movers & through investments Shakers in our aging facilities and Wayne A. infrastructure; Kazmierczak increase opportunities f students t d t b for by creating a single unified grades 9-12 high school; and create flexibly-designed learning spaces to support studentcentered instruction. We have a lot of planning ahead of us for the construction projects that will be taking place throughout the district, and we will soon be sharing information about what the engaged process will look like moving forward.
Also on the docket for appreciation is the level of individual support shown to our schools, programs, staff members and students by individual community members. Sometimes the support is calendar-specific, with community members recently being welcomed into the schools to speak to students about Veteran’s Day, for instance. Other examples happen on an ongoing basis. Each week throughout the school year, Reading Buddies volunteers come into our schools to read with our students. And every year, our parent volunteers are working diligently to raise funds for specific school initiatives - and to raise “fun” for students through school carnivals, fun runs and rollerskating nights to name a few. We appreciate the time and energy these individuals give in order to enrich our students’ experiences. Many thanks to the community organizations and businesses that also play a role in supporting our students, whether it is through the Lion’s Club donating dictionaries, Donatelli’s offering a “Take-over Experience” to our Willow Lane Elementary fifth graders, or Cup and Cone offering orange ice cream treats. This list is just a sampling of the level of support shown to our school community by organizations and local businesses, and the efforts are
always humbling. Another organization, the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation, specifically supports the school district through grants, scholarships and support of initiatives. With the change of seasons, an important Foundation initiative that is especially relevant these days is The Closet, a resource for district families in need that provides anything that can be worn from head to toe. The Foundation is currently accepting donations of new and like new winter items in various sizes, including coats and boots. Thank you to those who have been able to support the school community by helping our students and families in this important way. Terrific things, worthy of celebration, are happening at each of our buildings. Thank you to our entire community for your support of all of our students from our earliest Early Childhood classrooms to our special education students transitioning out of high school. Your support is something for which we are grateful at all times of the year, but the feeling is especially strong this fall. Thank you. Dr. Wayne A. Kazmierczak is Superintendent of White Bear Lake Area Schools
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Prices out of control The middle class is tired of paying for health care; time to get these doctors, hospitals, pharmacies and health care companies accountable. Prices are out of control and CEO’s are profiting by it. Pamela Kaasa Hugo
Concerns about Trident proposal I am writing to inform my neighbors in Centerville of the City Council’s plans to move ahead with a proposal of tax increment fi nancing (TIF) to build a four-story, 53-unit apartment complex. Eleven units will be available for lowincome housing. The fi rst floor will be for retail space. The building is being developed by Trident Development (St. Cloud). Of the three designs
proposed, the city choose the most expensive option. The matter was discussed Oct. 9 and Nov. 13 when the TIF proposal was approved (two members voted no). This matter is not fi nalized. I have concerns on this project and on the council’s efforts to develop “downtown” Centerville. This four-story apartment building will stick out like a sore thumb among the residential houses and minimal small businesses on Centerville Road. I have concerns on the use of tax money as an incentive for Trident to build. The council states a market survey was done showing a need for this. (I have requested a copy of the survey and have yet to receive it.) I have concerns that the reason for the development is to fulfi ll goals set by the council 15-plus years ago in an effort to generate money for a piece of land that generates no income for the city. I have concerns that the city does a poor job keeping
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HUGO SENIOR CITIZENS PLAY ‘500’ When: 12:30 p.m. Thursdays, Dec. 5 and 19; and the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre – Located east of Hwy. 61 on County Road 8 at the east end of the Hugo Public Works Building. Details: Games begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. Refreshments and coffee will be served. All senior citizens from the area are invited. Join us and bring a friend. Contact: Barb at 651-429-0883 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo. com
WILD HOCKEY SALE When: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 Where: Hugo City Hall, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. N. Details: Sale benefiting White Bear Pee Wee C White Hockey, with almost everything under $25.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA When: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: Lino Lakes Public Safety Fire Station #1, 7741 Lake Dr. Details: Children of all ages can enjoy breakfast with Santa. $5/person suggested donation. Contact: 651-982-2300 or linolakes.us
TODDLER DRIVE-IN STORYTIME AND POP UP LIBRARY When: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9 Where: Hugo City Hall, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. Details: Kids can decorate a box to look like a car and then watch a short children’s book movie and check out books. Contact: washcolib.org
4-H ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB When: 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 21 and the 3rd Saturday of the month Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: New club for youth in kindergarten through one year post high school focus on
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WINTER SOLSTICE CAMPFIRE When: 6:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Celebrate the longest night of the year by learning about the history and traditions of the winter solstice and then celebrate together with a silent night hike, campfire, mulled cider (non-alcoholic) and songs. $5/person; registration required. Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com
WINTER RECREATION SAMPLER When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Sample a variety of recreational activities, including kick sledding, snowshoeing and tips on how to dress for cold weather. Open to families and individuals of all ages. $7/adult; $5/child. Registration is required. Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com
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Hugo Fire Department Toy Drive When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: Hugo Fire Station Details: Santa rides around Hugo neighborhoods on the HFD fi re truck to accept donations of new toys and nonperishable food items
caroling tours; strolling Santa both Saturday and Sunday. See website for opportunities to have breakfast or lunch with Santa a various local restaurants. Contact: mainstreet stillwateriba.com
‘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
HOMETOWN FOR THE HOLIDAYS When: Every weekend in December Where: Throughout downtown Stillwater Details: Month-long celebration with events and shopping specials at various businesses throughout Stillwater. Strolling carolers, Victorian Wagonette rides and Biercycle
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for the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf. Donations also accepted at the Hugo Fire Station and at dropoff sites prior to collection day. Contact: 651-429-6366
WBCA ANNUAL MEMBERS EXHIBITION RECEPTION When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Meet local artists with their artwork on display through Dec. 18. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org
‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’ When: 7 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 5-22 Where: The Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Stage adaptation of Frank Capra’s classic film about dreams, sacrifice and redemption
in small-town America. Tickets $35. Contact: 651-342-1542 or stillwaterzephyrtheatre .org
LITTLE RANGER ROADSTER When: 10-11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Children ages 3-5 can visit with the Forest Lake ECFE’s Little Ranger Roadster, a mobile learning environment. There will be time for finger plays, stories and art for your child while they learn new and exciting skills. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org
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CHRISTKINDLES MARKET When: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday. Dec. 7 Where: Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter, 8390 Lofton Ave., Stillwater Details: German outdoor Christmas market with homemade crafts, imports, food and Gluwein and a bonfire. Contact: 651-439-7128 or gasthausbavarianhunter. com
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Winterfest - White Bear Lake When: Dec. 7, 14 and 21 Where: Abbott Paint and Carpet, 2223 4th St. and Manitou Grill, 2171 4th St., White Bear Lake Details: Horse-drawn trolley rides 11 a.m.- 2:45 p.m. in front of Abbott
Paint; Photos with Santa 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Manitou Grill; pick up at Medicine Chest. Caroloers and shopping specials. Events free with donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. Contact: explorewhitebear.org
Details: Run along White Bear Lake. All 5K runners receive a When: 1-2 p.m. Friday, Santa hat, jingle bells Dec. 6 and long sleeve T-shirt; Where: Forest Lake Senior add a holiday costume. Center, 767 SW 4th St. Kids can have photo with Details: Get into the Santa. Post race party holiday spirit with a free, at the VFW includes all-ages concert. Snack age group awards, door and beverage provided. prizes, optional breakfast Bar and Bloody Mary Contact: 651-464-5833 Bar. $35 registration. Contact: 651-251-5494 or TREE OF LIGHT AND jinglebear5k.com REMEMBRANCE
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When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Park, 90 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi Details: Purchase a $10 light in remembrance of a loved one and in support of the Mahtomedi Food Shelf.
PAT DONAHUE AND THE PRAIRIE ALL STARS When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Stillwater Details: Seasonal music ranging from traditional to classical, blues and original songs and parodies. Contact: wildwoodartistseries.org
JINGLE BEAR 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: Boatworks Marina, 4495 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake
ANNIE’S SWEDISH COFFEE PARTY When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7; 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trail, Scandia Details: Traditional Swedish three-course Coffee Party and tours of the five historic buildings. $15/person; reservations required. Contact: 651-433-5053 or gammelgardenmuseum. org
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT THE WARDEN’S HOUSE When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: Warden’s House Museum, 602 N. Main St., Stillwater Details: Holiday shopping experience with local authors, unique books, beverages, treats and holiday music. Contact: 651-439-5956 or wchsmn.org
HOLIDAY TOURS AT THE HISTORIC FILLEBROWN HOUSE When: 10 a.m.,11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: The Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: See the Fillebrown House decked out in its holiday splendor. Advance tickets required; $7/person or free for members. Contact: 651-407-5327 or squareup.cpm/store/ whitebearhistory
DROP-IN DISCOVERY STATIONS: OWLS UP CLOSE When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Experience upclose visits with animals, touchable artifacts, activities and outdoor explorations. Free. Contact: ramseycounty.us
WHITE BEAR GIRL SCOUT CRAFT AND BAKE SALE
When: 1-3:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: The Acreage at Osceola, 945 Pioneer Drive, Osceola, Wisconsin Details: Experience an afternoon of winter wildlife at the home of the Horst Rechelbacher Foundation. Presentation by Chris Cold, DNR wildlife technician and educator, followed by hands-on activities, visits with barn animals, crafts, snowshoeing, hot beverages and bonfire. Free. Contact: 715-483-3300
TWINKLE PARTY AND CITY TREE LIGHTING When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 Where: Downtown Stillwater Riverfront Gazebo Details: Annual twinkle festivities, strolling characters and performance by the Teddy Bear Band. Free twinkle lights for kids 12 and under, cookies, cocoa and trolley rides. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by fire truck around 5 p.m.; tree lighting and fireworks at 5:30 p.m. Contact: mainstreet stillwateriba.com
LUCIA DAGEN AT GAMMELGARDEN When: Breakfast 6-8:30 a.m., Sunday, Dec. 8 Where: 20880 Olinda Trail, Scandia Details: Morning Swedish prayer service followed by Lucia Jul Fest breakfast and program; marks the beginning of Swedish Christmas season. Contact: 651-433-5053 or gammelgardenmuseum. org
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AND FRIENDS
When: 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon Sunday, Dec. 8 When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Bruentrup Saturday, Dec. 7 Heritage Farm, 2170 County Road D E., Where: White Bear Maplewood Armory, 2228 4th St. Details: Enjoy a hearty Details: Crafts and baked breakfast, meet Santa goods; also games, and create holiday concessions and other crafts in the historic activities. All proceeds rustic farmhouse. Dress support local Girl Scout warmly and bring a troops. Contact: wbgirlscouts.com camera. $10/ages 13+; $5/ children 2-12.
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POP-UP CRAFT SALE When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 Where: Bear Nutrition, 1350 E. Hwy. 96, Suite 15 Details: Free event with gifts front local crafters. Contact: 651-329-2899
HOUSE CONCERT WITH UNIVERSITY GUITARISTS When: 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 Where: Big Pibk, 1900 N. 2nd St., Stillwater Details: U of M guitarists Maja Radovanlija and Milena Petkovic will perform classical duo and solo pieces in an intimate setting. Free; donations will benefit the U of M guitar program. Limited seating; RSVP. Contact: 651-439-3362 or mactfactor@icloud.com
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shop on their own for family and friends. Wide variety of gifts priced $.50-$12 including jewelry, coffee mugs, knickknacks and toys; and volunteers available to help with shopping and wrapping. Registration not required. Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
HOLIDAY COMEDY SHOW When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 Where: Running Aces Harness Park, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Comedy Show with headliner Josh Alton, featuring Marz Timms and hosted by Rick Logan. Tickets $20 in advance; $25 day of show. Contact: 651-925-4600 or runaces.com
WINTER FARMERS MARKET
When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9 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
When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Lake Details: Nearly 20 local farmers, food vendors and community booths and a class,“Holiday Wrapping Workshop: Upscale Upcycling.” Also the Brick Oven Pizza Bus. Contact: forksinthedirt. com
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28TH ANNUAL GOURMET CHRISTMAS COOKIE SALE
When: 6-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9 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
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 Where: Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 7330 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes Details: Specialty baked goods available for sale include rosettes, krumkake, pizzels, fudge and traditional Christmas cookies, sold by the pound. Come early. Contact: 651-784-7667 or gum.church
BIRDS AND CLIMATE CHANGE When: 7-9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9 Where: Shoreview Library, 4560 Victoria Street N. Details: Don Arnosti will present info about impacts of climate change on birds in Minnesota and elsewhere; the 166 bird species in Minnesota whose survival is threatened by climate change and current conservation and environmental issues in the MN Legislature. Free and open to the public. Contact: 612-7183626 or northeast metroclimateaction.org
SECRET HOLIDAY SHOP When: Wednesday, Dec. 11 or Thursday, Dec. 12 Where: Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Pkwy. Details: Children can
CHRISTMAS AT THE MONASTERY When: 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 Where: St. Paul’s Monastery, 2675 Benet Road, St. Paul Details: Event to support the Benedictine Community of St. Paul’s Monestery includes, gifts, silent auction, wine wall, mystery gifts, Benedictine-themed handmade ornaments and other beautiful and handy gifts and the Sisters’ famous Benedictine Bakery and Candy Shoppe. Registration $50 after Dec. 1 includes gourmet appetizers and beverages. Contact: 651-7776850 or tinyurl.com/ christmasmonastery2019
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HUGO POLICE REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents:
“Did I just roll that stop sign back there?” the driver asked deputies upon being pulled over.
• A delivery man reported being bitten by a dog in the 7000 block of 137th Street Court N. at 6:15 p.m. Oct. 27 as he attempted to deliver an Amazon • A male was cited at 4:33 p.m. Nov. 1 in the 14000 package. Although the delivery man reported no block of Elmcrest Avenue N. for driving after injuries or torn clothing, the case number was prorevocation and failure to provide proof of insurvided to both him and the dog’s owner. ance after deputies driving through the Kwik Trip • A smoker was cited at 12:22 a.m. Oct. 29 on Forest parking lot conducted a random computer check Blvd. N. and 170th Street N. for driving after on one of the vehicles there. The vehicle was left suspension on Elmcrest Avenue N. and Frenchman Road to be towed, and the vehicle’s occupants were left to call for a ride.
after Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies on routine patrol conducted a traffic stop after observing the motorist in front of them throw a cigarette butt out the window.
• A mailbox was reported blown up overnight Nov. 1-2 in the 5000 block of 180th Street N.
Nov. 4-5 after someone tried to steal it. • Multiple items were reported stolen from a business yard in the 15000 block of Forest Blvd. N. overnight Nov. 4-5. Deputies located a trail behind the business that was used to gain access to the property. • A distracted driver was cited at 4:34 p.m. Nov. 5 on westbound Frenchman Road and Elmcrest Avenue for using a wireless communications device while driving. He was spotted by deputies driving beside him who noticed him holding his phone at steering wheel level. Deputies further observed the driver appearing to scroll or push buttons on his device. The driver said he was aware of the hands-free law and had just taken his phone out of his pocket to give to his passenger.
When deputies noted his passenger was on her own phone, they asked the driver why she would need to be given his phone when she already had her own phone. The passenger piped up, “Maybe he didn’t know I had mine.”
• An unknown motorist was cited at 12:30 a.m. Nov. 2 During the stop, deputies looked up the driver on in the 13000 block of Forest Blvd. N. for marijuana their computer and discovered the revoked status. and paraphernalia possession in a motor vehicle The driver was also issued a verbal warning about and speeding 46 mph in a 35 mph zone by deputies littering and made to legally park the vehicle at the on stationary patrol. During the traffic stop, depBlacksmith Lounge. uties detected the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. The driver admitted to having a dugout • A suspicious male parked in the Festival Foods lot in the vehicle, and a subsequent search of the vehiin the 14000 block of Victor Hugo Blvd. at 4:51 a.m. cle uncovered two empty THC containers. Oct. 29 turned out to be a man sleeping in his car. • A fast-talking driver was cited at 5:11 p.m. Nov. 6 in the 4000 block of eastbound Frenchman Road • Deputies picked up a wallet they found in the 6000 • A music listener was cited at 8:57 a.m. Oct. 29 in the for speeding 58 mph in a 45 mph zone by eastbound block of 145th Street N. at 2:02 p.m. Nov. 2 and re14000 block of southbound Forest Blvd. N. for cellturned it to its owner. deputies on routine patrol near Oneka Parkway N. phone use while driving, after northbound deputies observed her activity at the red light. The driver told • A report of juvenile males throwing rocks into a ga- Deputies observed the driver rapidly pass all the vehicles traveling beside him. When asked why he deputies she knew why they had stopped her and rage in the 15000 block of Fanning Drive N. at 2:09 took his time stopping for deputies trying to pull that she was changing the music on her phone. p.m. Nov. 2 turned out to be two youths walking him over, the driver said he didn’t see the squad down the street kicking rocks. The complainant • Several items were reported stolen at 7:02 a.m. Oct. car behind him. And besides, the driver told depsaid he and his father-in-law were standing in 30 from the Kwik Trip store in the 14000 block of uties, he wasn’t sure deputies were trying to stop the garage with the door halfway up when a rock Victor Hugo Blvd. N. by a white male who made his him and he was just trying to get out of their way. fl ew in and nearly struck his father-in-law. They getaway in a stolen pickup truck. then saw two boys run into the residence across • A male was cited at 4 p.m. Oct. 30 on eastbound the street. When deputies talked to the youths, Frenchman Road for speeding in a 50 mph zone by they said one of the rocks they were kicking from westbound deputies. the ground accidentally flew into the neighbor’s garage. Deputies accompanied the boys as they crossed the street to apologize to their neighbor.
While attempting a U-turn, deputies clocked the vehicle at only 58 mph.
During the traffic stop, deputies were put off by the extremely dark window tint and activated the Tint-O-Meter enforcement device. The subject’s windows emitted 22% light, below the acceptable standard. The driver told deputies he was driving his girlfriend’s vehicle.
Nonetheless, he was issued a verbal warning for his girlfriend’s window tint. • Suspicious activity reported at 7:33 a.m. Oct. 31 in the 13000 block of Flay Avenue turned out to be a balloon, which deputies quickly dispatched before clearing the scene. • An unidentified driver was cited at 7:57 a.m. Oct. 31 on westbound Oneka Lake Blvd. and Geneva Avenue N. for speeding 35 mph in a 30 mph zone by eastbound deputies on stationary patrol who clocked him at 42 mph. The driver admitted to speeding.
• A resident in the 5000 block of Goodview Trail Alcove N. reported the driver’s side window broken off his vehicle overnight Nov. 2-3. A car was seen leaving the area sometime between 2:30 and 3:30 a.m. • A resident in the 6000 block of 150th Street N. reported both side mirrors of his vehicle smashed overnight Nov. 2-3. • A Minnesota motorist was cited at 12:37 a.m. Nov. 3 on 140th Street N. and Forest Blvd. N. for speeding 52 mph in a 35 mph zone by Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies on stationary patrol. • A Minnesota driver was cited at 10:39 a.m. Nov. 3 on westbound Oneka Lake Blvd. N. and Geneva Avenue N. for speeding 35 mph in a 30 mph zone by east-facing deputies operating stationary radar who clocked him at 39 mph. The driver said she was late for church.
• A Hugo man was arrested at 7:21 p.m. Nov. 3 in the 4000 block of Rosemary Way N. on an outstanding warrant for probation violation after deputies were dispatched to a call about a suspicious vehicle. On • Another unidentified driver was issued a verbal arrival, deputies observed that the parked vehicle warning at 10:56 a.m. Oct. 31 on 170th Street and was running and occupied by two persons. The Jeffrey Avenue N. for speeding 67 mph in a 55 mph occupants said they both live in the Rosemary zone. townhomes and were just sitting in their vehicle smoking. On request, the occupant of the driver’s • A resident in the 15000 block of French Drive N. at seat stated he didn’t have his driver’s license, 11:34 a.m. Oct. 31 reported her ex-boyfriend for harassment after she received vulgar texts and phone which he thought might still be suspended. calls from him. The communications pertained to their common child and ensuing parenting time issues. Deputies suggested that the complainant file for a harassment restraining order and explained how she could obtain one. At the reporter’s request, deputies left a voice message with the subject. • A resident in the 15000 block of Forest Blvd. N. at 9:03 p.m. Oct. 31 reported his vehicle egged. Deputies checked the area for any other vehicles that may have been egged and didn’t see any. A neighbor reported seeing a white male with brown boots, jeans and a black Carhart jacket hanging out in the area. The complainant could provide no suspects. Deputies checked the area without success.
And another thing, the driver stated, he didn’t realize he was driving that fast (as he was flying past all the other motorists on the road)
and that he believed his vehicle’s transmission may have been off because he’d just had it serviced at Auto Nation Ford. Not only that, he may need to bring his vehicle back in for service. While hearing this story, deputies observed a suspended object hanging from his rearview mirror.
While telling the story, the subject noticed deputies observing the hanging object and quickly removed it and kept talking. The driver was also verbally warned for failing to yield to an emergency vehicle and for object suspended from rearview mirror. • A driver of an asphalt truck was cited at 3:54 p.m. Nov. 8 on Frenchman Road at Victor Hugo Blvd. for semaphore violation after deputies with the right of way to turn left and proceed east on Frenchman Road were nearly hit by the eastbound truck.
Deputies noticed the two vehicle drivers in front of them, who also had the green arrow, did not proceed immediately when their arrow turned green. Those drivers saved themselves a horrific When deputies asked if he had any collision by realizing the dump truck was warrants out on him, the driver not going to stop. answered with a lack of certainty. After During the traffic stop, the truck driver said he did deputies looked the subject up on their not want to stop because he “was loaded” and did computer, they became certain of his not want to “screech his tires.” warranted status. When deputies asked the driver if he • A Minnesota woman was cited at 3:39 p.m. Nov. 4 was unable to stop for red semaphores on eastbound Frenchman Road at Oneka Parkway for speeding 65 mph in a 50 mph zone after westif he believed he was traveling too fast, bound deputies on routine patrol observed her raphe said no. He needed to get this load to idly passing other vehicles and even more rapidly approaching the sign reducing the speed to 45 mph. its destination before it cooled, he said. The driver said she was in a hurry to get home.
• A male was cited at 11:04 a.m. Nov. 1 in the 14000 block of Forest Blvd. N. for failing to stop at the stop sign at 146th Street N. and Forest Blvd. N. after he was observed turning right on Highway 61 with- • A construction trailer parked in the 12000 block out stopping by northbound deputies. of Hilo Court N. was reported damaged overnight
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CENTENNIAL LAKES POLICE REPORTS
• Officers responded to a fire alarm at St. Joseph of the Lakes Church and located smoke inside Nov. 12. The fire department identified a problem with equipment in the building and the building was turned over to building management. • Officers responded to a damage to property phone call report in the 8000 block of 20th Avenue Nov. 12. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer responded to an animal complaint regarding a dog and an opossum in the 6400 block of Fawn Lane Nov. 12. The dog was put inside the home. • Officers responded to a robbery that had just occurred at a local business in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 13. Suspects were identified; the investigation is ongoing. • Officers and firefighters responded to a report of a personal injury, single-vehicle accident in the 6900 block of I-35E Nov. 14. The driver struck a deer, causing significant damage to her vehicle; she had minor injuries. The driver was checked out by ambulance staff but declined to be transported to the hospital and was transported home. Her vehicle had to be towed from the scene due to the damage. • Officers conducted an investigation into a possible predatory offender registration violation in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway Nov. 12. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer performed a traffic stop for an equipment violation in the 1100 block of Main Street Nov. 16. The driver showed signs of impairment and was subsequently arrested for driving while impaired. • Officers responded to a senior living facility in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway Nov. 16 on a call of a property dispute. The officers mediated the dispute and a resolution was found regarding the disputed property. • Officers responded to a call regarding a disorderly patron at a business in the 600 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 16. The patron was given a trespass notice.
• An officer took a phone call report involving a house that was egged in the 6200 block of Bald Eagle Boulevard Nov. 17. The officer documented the incident and checked the area for suspicious vehicles. • An officer responded to a vandalism report in the 6400 block of Cassiopeia Court Nov. 17. Toilet paper and other items had been strewn around the front yard of a residence. • A resident in the 600 block of River Birch Plaza reported their license plate had been stolen Nov. 17. • An officer stopped a vehicle for traffic violations and a possible theft in the 8000 block of Lake Drive Nov. 17. An adult female was arrested for DWI and booked into jail. • An officer responded to a coyote sighting in the 7200 block of Stagecoach Trail Nov. 19. The complainant was advised of ways to deter coyotes from their property and protect pets. • An officer responded to a report of items being repeatedly deposited in a residential yard in the 6400 block of Cassiopeia Court Nov. 19. The officer documented the incident and the investigation is ongoing. • An officer took an assault report in the 300 block of Elm Street Nov. 20. The suspect is being charged with fifth-degree assault. • Officers responded to a check the welfare of a female driver at a business in the 6500 block of Ware Road Nov. 20. The driver was arrested for fourth-degree DWI. • Officers received several reports of a possibly intoxicated driver in the 7900 block of Henry Lane Nov. 21. The vehicle was located and stopped for unsafe/illegal driving conduct and a turn signal violation. The male driver was placed under arrest for DWI and for obstructing the legal process, as he reportedly fought with officers. The male was transported to jail. • Officers responded to a fire in a detached garage in the 6300 block of Otter Lake Road Nov. 21. The fire was extinguished, and the building was checked out by the fire department. Shannon Granholm
The Centennial Lakes Police reported the following incidents: • Police observed a suspicious vehicle after hours at Golden Lake Park Nov. 12. Police made contact with two juveniles and parents were notified. The juveniles were released to their parents without citation. • Officers received a damage to property report from the 9000 block of North Highway Drive in Lexington Nov. 12. Information was collected. • Police responded to the area of Lake Drive and Fire Barn Road in Circle Pines Nov. 12 regarding a personal injury accident. The suspect fled the scene before police arrived but was later arrested for DWI. The jail refused to take the suspect, so officers transported the suspect to the hospital. • Officers received a call from a resident in the 4100 block of Woodland Road in Lexington. The victim’s rear window on his vehicle was shattered. There are no known suspects at this time. • A resident on Circle Drive in Circle Pines reported damage to their vehicle Nov. 13. There was no collectible information or suspect information. • Police conducted a traffic stop for multiple offenses at Progress Road and Sorel Street in Centerville Nov. 14. An adult male passenger was subsequently arrested for obstructing the legal process. • A business in the 9100 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington requested Nov. 14 that police trespass an individual from the property due to repeat theft issues with the individual. • A male was arrested in the 9000 block of North Highway Drive in Lexington Nov. 14 on an outstanding warrant and for fleeing on foot. • Police received a complaint on a neighbor dispute regarding leaf removal on North Road in Circle Pines Nov. 15. The individual was encouraged to go to the police station to speak with a supervisor regarding the issue. • Officers were dispatched following a report of a burglary on West Golden Lake Road in Circle Pines Nov. 15. Items had been taken from a shed; there are no known suspects at this time.
• Police responded to the 9100 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington Nov. 15 on report of a theft at a business. A juvenile male was subsequently charged with theft and released to a parent. • An officer observed an altercation in the 7000 block of Centerville Road in Centerville Nov. 16. The officer mediated the situation and separated the parties. • Officers were dispatched to a structure fire in the 60 block of East Golden Lake Road in Circle Pines Nov. 16. The fire was controlled by the Centennial Fire District and assisting agencies. • Police responded to Wise Guys Pizza in Centerville Nov. 17 on a hit-andrun property damage accident Nov. 17. An adult male was subsequently arrested and transported to jail. • Police investigated suspicious activity in the parking lot of Ace Hardware in Circle Pines Nov. 17. One individual was subsequently arrested and transported to jail. • Police conducted a traffic stop in the area of Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue in Lexington Nov. 20. The driver was subsequently arrested for third-degree DWI. • Police responded to a delayed property damage accident report in the 1800 block of Pioneer Lane in Centerville Nov. 20. The caller advised she had backed into an unoccupied Dodge pickup. Information was left at the scene of the accident. • Officers conducted a traffic stop of a speeding vehicle in the 9400 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington Nov. 22. An adult male was subsequently arrested for fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance. • Police conducted a traffic stop of a red Dodge truck that was speeding in the 7300 block of Main Street in Centerville Nov. 23. The driver’s license was found to be revoked and there was a warrant out for his arrest. The male was transported to jail. • Police responded to a report of suspicious activity at a business in the 9200 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington Nov. 24. An adult female was subsequently trespassed from the business. Shannon Granholm
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LINO LAKES POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents:
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Sunshine brightens up seniors’ day
Keystone resident Audrey Waldal spends some time with Sunshine on her lap Nov. 26.
Hugo resident Kristie Flanagan brings her cat Sunshine to visit seniors who live at Keystone Place at LaValle Fields every week. In addition to snuggles with the residents, Sunshine shows off tricks like her high-five.
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HUGO — Seniors who live at Keystone Place at LaValle Fields are used to visits from all sorts of animals, including dogs, horses, bunnies and chickens, but for the past couple of months a new regular has been stopping by. Sunshine the cat makes weekly stops at the facility, alternating between one-on-one visits and group visits. “We have several dogs that come in weekly, but we have never had a cat,” said Jen Spring, the facility’s life enrichment coordinator. “I have learned that there are three things that make a really good activity program: kids, animals and music. You can never have enough of those.” Sunshine is owned by Hugo resident Kristie Flanagan. Sunshine, who is thought to be about 3 or 4 years old, was rescued from the Northwoods Animal Humane Society in Wyoming. Although she is not technically registered as a therapy animal, the residents can’t tell the difference. Flanagan knew Sunshine would be a perfect friend for the seniors because of her social and snuggly personality. It is not uncommon for Sunshine to sit on the laps of
Sunshine kisses resident Lorraine Veilleux.
Resident Ruth Golda gets some kisses from Sunshine.
residents until she is picked up and put on another resident’s lap. “Whenever we have people over, she is there, crawling all over them,” Flanagan explained. “She is such a good snuggler cat.” It was while Flanagan was looking for volunteer opportunities online that she stumbled across a listing by a senior home in Eagan that was looking for visits from a cat. Since Flanagan didn’t want to make the weekly drive to Eagan, she contacted
Keystone to see if they would be interested in a visit, and they were. “I think animals bring a lot to people. There is so much science that says that interpersonal touch is good for health, and I think that carries over to animals, too,” she said. Flanagan has checked into various animal training businesses but has yet to fi nd one that will certify a cat as an official therapy animal. She hopes to fi nd an entity that will. During the visits, Sunshine gets
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Sunshine licks her lips after eating some yummy treats.
a lot of cuddles, pats and treats. She also shows off some of the tricks she has learned, such as “high-five” and “sit.” “All of the residents have had animals, whether it was a dog, cat or horse. Everyone here can relate,” Spring said. Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.
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The snow was falling Nov. 21; it was the perfect time for Oneka Elementary students to cuddle up with a book in the library and read with a very special friend, Spike. Spike, Oneka’s therapy dog, visits the students with his handler, Clare Wheaton. Spike and Clare come to the library every Thursday and listen intently while the students read. Pictured are second grade student Kaydence Brown reading to community member and volunteer Clare Wheaton.
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Martial artist by day, pie baker by night BY DEBRA NEUTKENS WHITE BEAR EDITOR
Ben Neumann is a unique combination of professional baker and professional mixed martial artist (MMA). As his website intro declares, "put the two together and you have possibly the most intimidating moniker in the fight game: 'Ben The Baker Neumann.'" Not. The White Bear baker is kidding, of course. He enters the MMA fight cage wearing his baker's hat and carrying a rolling pin. "Other guys call themselves the 'A xe Murderer' or something crazy. I'm the baker; not intimidating at all," Neumann joked. Not that names matter. The unintimidating baker is among Minnesota's top 10 MMA fighters. When he's not fighting, Neumann, 33, is doing two things: teaching martial arts at Warrior's Cove in Little Canada and baking pies out of his garage-turned-commercial-bakery. Pie is his specialty. “It’s hard to fi nd a good pie the way my grandma used to make when I was growing up. I fi nally took matters into my own hands and began baking about a decade ago,” Neumann said. He has little appetite for store pies, criticizing the shortening-laden, mechanically pressed crusts. After years of tweaking, Neumann feels he has perfected his crust, made with 100% butter and always baked in a heavy glass pie plate. It was during a deployment to Iraq as a National Guard soldier that Neumann started reading books about baking and watching the reality show Cake Wars. The idea of becoming a baker intrigued him. He makes the occasional wedding cake for friends but prefers pies, regular size or mini. Neumann enjoys both part-time jobs about the same — teaching martial arts and baking. “I have a passion for both, so it’s hard to say which one I love more. It’s an odd mix of interests, I know.” His wife Hannah is supportive of his late nights in the bakery. It does mean their cars are parked outside since the pie enterprise took over their garage. The couple moved to the Otter Lake Road house about five
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years ago. They planted 30 fruit trees and raspberries in the backyard with plans to someday use the fruit for pie fi lling. Thanksgiving and Christmas are busy seasons for the pie guy. Orders are taken online with designated pickup times, as stated at benthebaker.com. Most of the pies are sold frozen to be baked at home. Some pies and cheesecakes just require thawing. There aren’t many secrets to his recipes other than quality ingredients. Neumann grinds all the spices fresh before adding and uses unsalted butter. There will be a few pies for sale at
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Margaret was born on a farm near Mahtomedi High School and his father’s family started the Piccadilly restaurant. “Mahtomedi still has wild areas,” Steger told an audience of 550 people at the St. Andrew’s event. “The setting had a big influence on my life.” Steger is currently building the Steger Wilderness Center near Ely for educational purposes. He still embarks on solo expeditions but spends a lot of time on his Minneapolis-based nonprofit Climate Generation, whose mission is to teach future generations about the impacts of climate change. For more information on Steger and his nonprofit, visit climategen.org.
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CENTERVILLE CITY CALENDAR Dec. 6: Dec. 11: Dec. 13: Dec. 16: Dec. 18:
Republic Services recycling pick up (south side of Main Street) at 7 a.m. City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Republic Services recycling pick up (north side of Main Street) at 7 a.m. Fete des Lacs Planning Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. 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 Dec. 7: Dec. 16: Dec. 17: Dec. 18:
HFD toy/food drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Historical Commission meeting at 6:30 p.m. EDA meeting at 7 p.m. Parks Commission meeting at 7 p.m.
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Breakfast with Santa 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Planning & Zoning Board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Environmental Board meeting at 6:30 p.m.
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HUGO BITS & PIECES The Hugo City Council took the following action at its Nov. 18 meeting: • Approved applications for the Hugo Snowmobile Club and the Rice Creek Trail Association for 2019-2020. “Our goals remain the same ... We want to provide safe trails, create tourism and work with residents (who are not snowmobilers) to get through those 90 days,â€? said Hugo Snowmobile Club President John Udstuen. “Last year (in Minnesota), there were 118 accidents, 10 fatalities, 96 personal injuries (and) 14 property damages, and none of those were in Hugo or Washington County. The Washington County Star Trail Association does a great job.â€? • Approved a $300 donation from the Hugo American Legion to the Hugo Fire Department for training and equipment. • Promoted Baily Lund from a probationary fi refighter to a regular fi refighter after she completed all of the requirements. • Approved pay request No. 5 for $559,738 to Dresel Contracting for the 130th Street improvement project. • Approved revisions to a joint powers agreement with the city of Lino Lakes for proposed improvements to Elmcrest Avenue and Cedar Street. The project was bid this fall; however, the bid prices exceeded estimates. Staff recommended
rebidding in early 2020 in anticipation of more competitive bid prices. In the meantime, the city has received calls regarding the potential development of Melody Stables. City staff believes it is important to make accommodations to have a bid alternate included in the bid package that would include the extension of sanitary sewer and water main from the south to serve the property. The updated language will provide clear information to the developer on what cost responsibilities it would have in moving forward with development of the parcel. • Approved a scope of services from Oertel Architects for the second part of the public works facilities study. At its Dec.12 workshop, the council directed city staff and the design fi rm to prepare a scope of services proposal for the second phase of planning related to the study. The fi rst part of the study focused on the renovation/ expansion of the current building; the second part will focus on construction of a new building at Irish Avenue Park. • Approved deeds for a property donation from Rich Kettler. At its Nov. 4 meeting, the council directed city staff to draft a quit claim deed to accept the property, which is located on the northwest corner of 140th Street and Fenway Avenue. • Awarded a contract for the Judicial Ditch 2 (JD2)
maintenance project. The council approved the plans and specifications for the project Oct. 21 and authorized staff to solicit quotes to complete maintenance work in an amount not to exceed $175,000 in construction costs. The goal of the project is to get the Hardwood Creek drainage system cleaned and fully functional. The plans that were completed include the entire 5-mile section, which still needs maintenance work. City Engineer Mark Erichson explained that it is expected that only about one-third of the remaining ditch will be improved as part of this phase of the project; however, the project could be expanded. Two quotes were received. The low bid was $119,795 from Scandia Trucking. If the project is expanded, it cannot exceed $175,000. • Approved a resolution adopting the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and local water plan. The city started the process in January 2017, and the Metropolitan Council approved the plan Oct. 23. The city will now work on implementation of the plan and to make sure that city code is consistent with the plan. The council also authorized the Ordinance Review Committee to make any necessary revisions to city code related to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Shannon Granholm
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and a fueling station. Commission Chair Scott Arcand wanted to confi rm that the new bus garage would not be home to the majority of the district’s buses. Wald explained that most of the district’s bus services are contracted out through First Student, but the district is responsible for routes such as special education and field trips. Commissioner Andrew Tjernlund wanted the district to keep in mind that there is a residential neighborhood in the area that will require adequate screening. Commissioner Corky Lessard said he was concerned about increasing the traffic in the area that is already going to see a dramatic increase due to Adelaide Landing, the residential development just across Highway 61. “I’m concerned about all the additional traffic we are going to create. It is not just the buses going in and out but it’s the employees coming and going as well,� he said. Wald explained that even though the proposal allows room for up to 75 vehicles, for now that number would be closer to 45 (10 vans and 35 buses, many of which are not full size). Wald added that the district will likely continue to contract out the majority of its main routes. Commissioner Matthew Derr said he lives across from the proposed garage and is not necessarily concerned with the noise during the day, but rather possible traffic backups. “What scares me is at 130th and Fenway. That is a stop sign with a cross street, not a four-way stop. I can tell you (that) leaving at 7 a.m., it can be four or five cars deep waiting to take a left turn.� Resident Valerie Falk said, “I live directly across from semis on Fenway. Tons of semis that go up and down Fenway. Some of them I think are going to land in my bedroom. I think that should be taken into consideration. Yes, it is a wide road, but it is not going to be a wide road if you have school buses and semis.� Resident Will Perry, who lives on Europa
Court N., said he had a lot of concerns. “I had a whole list of concerns but I am a little alarmed that I came here and there is a full-blown design, so I feel like I missed the memo,� he said. “I work next to a bus maintenance facility in Vadnais Heights and I am aware of the noise that such a facility generates from tools and other equipment. I am really concerned about grinding, pounding and all the things that go along with maintaining large vehicles.� Perry’s other concerns included odors from exhaust, operating times and setbacks. Bagley said, “As with all sketch plans, it is certainly conceptual at this time, so where we are showing proposed landscaping and the exact orientation of the parking, things like that are defi nitely things the district is open to negotiating on and working with city staff to address concerns.� Wald added, “Currently, our bus garage is in a residential neighborhood. We get zero complaints from noise or traffic from our bus garage. I have talked to some of the neighbors in that area to tell them we will be moving the bus garage out and their comment was they like having the bus garage there because it keeps traffic slow.� No action was required on the sketch plan review; the commission unanimously agreed to recommend approval of the CUP to the council for its Dec. 2 meeting (after press deadline). Commission members felt the request fit the zoning code and was consistent with other uses in the Bald Eagle Industrial Park. “It fits the ordinance. Almost every other business out there has outdoor storage that takes up more space than their building,� Arcand said. The district will now have to submit a formal application for site plan approval. Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.
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All-metro football honor for Bears lineman BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
William LeMire received one of the highestprofi le honors for prep athletes last week. White Bear Lake’s senior offensive tackle was named to the Star-Tribune’s All-Metro Football fi rst team. “We ran behind that kid all the time and he just moved people,” said coach Ryan Bartlett, adding that LeMire gave up “no sacks in two years” on teams that threw and ran the ball in equal measures. LeMire is 6-2 1/2 and 290 pounds, but agile enough to be starting goalkeeper on a strong Bears lacrosse team since ninth grade. White Bear Lake had a 7-11 record and several close losses in his two varsity football seasons, a marked improvement on 0-18 the two years before that. He was a big factor in the Bears’ revival. “My highlight was defi nitely the fi rst game last year, when we won at Centennial,” LeMire said,
referring to the lastminute, 28-27 win in his fi rst varsity start that snapped the long losing streak. LeMire plans to make football his college sport. He hopes to land in one of the FCS teams like North Dakota or South Dakota State and play guard. The tackles at that level tend to be about 6-5. Asked what play in William LeMire particular depended on him, LeMire said, “Lead left. Defi nitely. Hundred percent. That’s been my favorite play the last two years.” This season, most of Cam Zaleski’s straight-ahead charges for fi rst downs or touchdowns came on that play. Last year it was
Zach Griebel or Andrew Kleist toting the ball. Asked about technique, he said that against linemen his own size, you “stay low and keep driving your feet.” Against linebackers, you “break down your feet, use your body and make them have to run around you.” On pass plays, it’s “moving your feet and keeping them in front of you. I enjoyed that, too.” He helped two quarterbacks, Branden Berwald this year and Cooper Anderson last year, pass for over 1,000 yards. LeMire started playing lacrosse in eighth grade, as a goalkeeper from the start. He became varsity starter in ninth grade and has helped the Bears post a 31-15 record so far in his career. The toll on the body is different in lacrosse. “The ball is hard,” he comments. “I had a lot of bruises as a freshman and sophomore but not so much last year.” Remarkably durable, he has never missed a game in either sport.
WHITE BEAR SPORTS BRIEFS White Bear girl cagers start season 1-3 White Bear Lake girls basketball is 1-3 after starting the season with four games in nine days. The Bears lost to Elk River 69-50 at home Nov. 22 with Tristian Lehner and Julia Juelich scoring nine points each and Ella Janicki eight. Lydia Haack drilled 28 for the Elks. The Bears topped Robbinsdale Armstrong 48-35 on Nov. 26, led by Janicki with 12 points. Scoring seven each were Kayla Anderson, Nevaeh Hughes, Juelich, and Tristian Lehner. At Hamline’s Pat Paterson tournament, the Bears lost to Lakeville South 60-38 on Friday and Rosemount 53-33 on Saturday. Hughes and Addie Bachmeier scored eight points each against Lakeville. Janicki led with nine vs. Rosemount.
Verkerke sparks Bear skaters in 2-1 week Three goals by Sophie Verkerke, two of them on special teams, helped White Bear Lake (3-4) win two of three hockey games last week. The senior forward’s short-handed goal in the third period opened a 3-1 lead against Mounds View and they held on 3-2 on Nov. 26. Ellie Sarauer and Jillian Moor (power play) scored in the fi rst period. On a trip to the Iron Range, the Bears were blanked by Grand Rapids-Greenway 2-0 on Friday evening, then defeated Hibbing-Chisholm 2-1 in overtime on Saturday. Verkerke had both goals. She got the game-winner 3:14 into OT, assisted by Maren Schoeberl. Maya Martson was in goal for all three games.
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Eight Centennial football players were named to the all-North Metro District Team after the Cougars posted an 8-3 record including two playoff wins. They are seniors Connor Zulk, Carter Anderson, Noah Larson, Tim O’Neill, Jake Pierson, Joe Boyd, Garret Strating and Austin Wlaschin. Getting honorable mention were seniors Isaiah Bettinger, Casey Coppersmith, Zach Osmek, Brandon Ruikka and junior Elijah Ward. Zulk (quarterback) was named North Metro offensive player of the year, and Boyd (center) was named
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offensive lineman of the year. Strating (linebacker) was named all-metro second team by the Star-Tribune. Zulk was also named academic all-state by the coaches association. Zachary Beilby, a junior, got the American Rivalry Challenge academic award. Cougar team awards went to Zulk (offensive MVP), Wlaschin (defensive MVP), Bettinger (defensive line), Strating (linebacker), Larson (offensive back), Anderson (receiver), Pierson (defensive back) and Michael Schneider (special teams). Bruce Strand
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School Grounds: Student-run coffee shop brewing BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR
Students at White Bear Lake Area High School – South Campus hope to open a student-run coffee shop at the beginning of next semester. The project has been about a year in the making and began when three students, now seniors, came together for independent study credits last school year. Trevor Motzko wanted to extend his study of economics; Maddie Verkerke wanted to pursue finances; and Marissa Metzler focused on marketing. The students were some of the fi rst to implement the district's new concept of student agency (where students lead their own learning), explained project adviser and media specialist Lindsay Lamwers. “We worked together and taught ourselves,� Verkerke said. To involve other students, a naming vote was held last school year. The coffee shop will be in
the concession stand by the gym. The students hope the coffee shop is a “place for people to come together,� Verkerke said. Drink prices will be lower than retail outside the school to make it affordable for all students — from $2 to $3.50. School Grounds plans to have a full drink menu — specialty coffees, teas and juice-based drinks. Anchor Coffee House co-owner Brad Atkinson, who opened a coffee shop downtown White Bear Lake in 2017, has been donating time to advise the students. After about $17,000 in startup costs, the students expect the coffee shop to be self-sustaining since it will require no lease or labor costs, Motzko said. Students will volunteer in the shop to gain work experience and service-learning credit. Any profits will be given back to student learning. Metzler has spent much of her time writing grant applications; School Grounds
is now about half-funded. The project received a $5,000 Perkins grant, $3,000 Brosious grant from the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation and $1,500 from the Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation. The three seniors will be off to college next fall, but the plan is for the coffee shop to continue as a student agency project, Lamwers said. Students will have the opportunity to work with district leaders on where the coffee shop will be located in the one-campus renovated high school, which will open in 2024 at North Campus. Everything purchased with the grant startup money can be relocated. Business teacher Kelly Knutson, also a project adviser, said the school just started a DECA Club (formerly Distributive Education Clubs of America), a 501(c)(3) notfor-profit career and technical student organization. The business marketing club may
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White Bear Lake Area High School seniors Maddie Verkerke, Trevor Motzko and Marissa Metzler plan to open a student-run coffee shop in the South Campus concession stand next semester.
get involved in running the coffee shop in the future. Right now, the students still hope to attract a few more donations for startup costs, or consultations from those with expertise. There will be sponsorship opportunities for area businesses, said Michael
McGarthwaite, career navigator. “Our dream goal is to open up shop in January or February of this year,� Motzko said. If anyone is interested in donating, they can contact Lamwers at 651-800-8498.
Health officials: Flu is here but spread so far is ‘sporadic’
It’s that time of year again: temperatures are dropping, and flu season is officially underway in Minnesota. Although the flu can be detected year-round, it’s most active in the winter, as the cold, dry weather allows airborne particles containing the virus to spread more easily. Flu season won’t reach its peak until February, but health officials are encouraging Minnesotans to get vaccinated now, rather than wait for an outbreak. The flu has already claimed one life this season, according to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). Throughout the state, 38 flu-related hospitalizations have so far occurred, with the
majority of them in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro. Last year saw 2,543 hospitalizations and 96 deaths (including that of one child) from flu-related causes. Those numbers were significantly down from the 2017-18 flu season, in which 6,446 people were hospitalized and 446 (including six children) died. Those most at risk of flu-related death are adults over 65, young children and people with preexisting health conditions, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). MDH has characterized the current spread of the influenza virus throughout the state as “sporadic.�
That’s consistent with CDC assessments, which report low seasonal influenza activity throughout the U.S. Though it’s too early to know which strain of the flu will stroke Minnesota, MDH officials say that’s no reason to wait to get vaccinated, as the flu shot is the best way to protect against the virus and its potentially serious complications. Most flu vaccines will protect against four different flu viruses. A list of locations offering free or low-cost vaccinations can be found on the MDH website at health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/basics/ vaxfi nder.html Elizabeth Callen
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The City of Hugo, a rapidly growing community in Washington County, is currently accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Building Official within the Building Department. The candidate selected for this position will work closely with the Building Official to learn the essential functions of the position. This is a unique opportunity as the candidate selected for this position will receive the potential opportunity of promoting to Building Official upon successful completion of a designated training and probationary period. The primary purpose of this position is to perform technical and specialized work while adminHome projects are construction-related done for several different istering andrenovation enforcing State and City codes and ordinances. The Assistant Building Official willdamaged conduct inspections reasons, whether to update styles, repair or and execute plan review to ensure compliance applicable broken items or to achieve more living space.with More than standards. The selected individual will also process applications, ever before, homeowners are choosing improvement issue permits and respond to information requests. The Assistant projects geared homes healthier. Building Official will toward serve asmaking the City'stheir Assistant Zoning Administrator a healthy means things toand andEstablishing will be responsible for home assisting with different the administration enforcement of the City's zoning andtosubdivision ordinances as well different people. For example, an environmentalist, asa pertinent of the Comprehensive Plan. healthyprovisions home may incorporate eco-friendly or green This positionTo is those categorized a Grade 7 which corresponds to a products. with as young children or mobilitysalary range of $63,787 to $83,098. A cover letter, resume and impaired seniors, a healthy home may be one free from completed city application form must be received by Hugo City Hall by potential view a healthy home as 4:30 P.M onhazards. Friday, Others January may 10, 2020. Please send completed one that allergies. 14669 Fitzgerald Ave N, Hugo, MN materials to alleviates the City Administrator, 55038. job description, application and eligibility The Complete World Health Organizations saysmaterials inadequate requirements are available the Hugo City Hall website at housing conditions, such on as poor ventilation, radon, www.ci.hugo.mn.us/jobs_volunteer and at Hugo City Hall.
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“21 BRIDGES” (R) [VIOLENCE AND LANGUAGE THROUGHOUT.] — After two men (Taylor Kitsch and Stephen James) nab 50 kilos of cocaine and in the process murder eight NYPD cops and a wine store employee in this bullet-riddled, entertaining, predictable, star-dotted (J. K. Simmons, Keith David and Gary Carr), 99-minute thriller, a savvy detective (Chadwick Boseman) is joined by a DEA narcotics agent (Sienna Miller) to track down the killers and smartly decides to shut down the exits out of Manhattan by closing all 21 bridges and during the escalating manhunt, he uncovers widespread, high-level corruption.
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If you did any traveling this Thanksgiving, I don't need to tell you what driving was like. We knew we were in a bit of trouble when 6" of snow fell on Nov. 26-27, although roads did clear quickly during the day on Nov. 27 which made driving easier. Thanksgiving was cloudy, but weather-wise, uneventful. If you over-stayed your welcome and didn't leave until Saturday or Sunday, driving was a bit more treacherous. Saturday we were pelted with ice, snow and freezing rain. Sunday was a steady series of passing light snow. Just enough to keep roads wet and slick. I hope everyone made it back safely. In all I totaled about a foot of snow.
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“KNIVES OUT” (PG-13) [THEMATIC ELEMENTS, INCLUDING BRIEF VIOLENCE, SOME STRONG LANGUAGE, SEXUAL REFERENCES, AND DRUG MATERIAL.] — After an 85-year-old crime novelist (Christopher Plummer) is found at his grand mansion with his throat slashed by his longtime housekeeper (Edi Patterson) in Rian Johnson’s delightful, well-written, superbly-acted, hilarious, unpredictable 130-minute, whodunit comedic satire reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s work, a private investigator (Daniel Craig) and two police lieutenants (LaKeith Stanfield and Noah Segan) begin the interrogation of the dysfunctional, snobby family members, including adult children (Jamie Lee Curtis and Michael Shannon), in-laws (Toni Collette, Don Johnson, Riki Lindhome, et al.), and the grandkids (Chris Evans, Katherine Langford, and Jaeden Martell), and his kindhearted nurse (Ana de Armas).
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Hotter, wetter: Minnesota’s changing climate often than in the 20th century. Three Minnesota locations set statewide annual rainfall records in 2018. Harmony came in highest at 60.21 inches (75 inches of rain per year categorizes a forest as a rainforest). The rate of precipitation across the state has increased by about 1/2 inch per decade over the last 50 years, and now averages about 32 inches per year. And it’s not just rain, it’s “rain bombs,” like the one earlier this summer that flooded Minneapolis streets. These microbursts (the meteorological term) are said to be due to the disruption of the water cycle: More water evaporates as oceans warm, and warmer air absorbs more and more moisture to the point where water release becomes torrential. In the next 50 years, Minnesota is projected to experience 30 more days with temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and 30 fewer days with temperatures below freezing, on average. Minnesota winters are warming 13 times faster than summers. These warmer winters result in snowmelt rates that are so fast (sometimes within 24 hours) that urban sewer systems can’t handle the water. With heavy snow and rain comes
flooding. This spring, St. Paul was the site of the longest flood event in Mississippi history (42 straight days). And in addition to “riverine” flooding, “overland” flooding of saturated fields occurs with increasing frequency and scale in Minnesota. Over the last 50 years, Minnesota has warmed the equivalent of 5 degrees F per century. Five degrees F equals 2.8 degrees Celsius, well above the 2 C maximum warming (above preindustrial levels) set by the Paris Climate Accord in 2016, and the 1.5 C (3.6 F) uppermost limit urged by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) in 2018. Overall, the world’s temperature is currently 1 C warmer than preindustrial levels but is poised to rise quickly unless emissions are curtailed. Rita Erickson, PhD, is a White Bear Lake native now living in Scandia. This article is the first of a series based on a central theme of the Climate Reality Project training. The second will consider “homegrown climate solutions”— initiatives from government, corporations and communities that have positioned Minnesota to become a national leader in mitigating climate change.
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Around the world, extreme weather events and rising temperatures point to a changing climate. Storms and floods, hurricanes and tornadoes, heat waves, droughts and fi res have all increased in number, intensity and duration. Globally, floods and extreme rainfall now occur four times more often than in 1980. This summer, all-time temperature records were shattered in Europe (Germany, France, Poland and Czech Republic), and life-threatening heat plagued India, Japan and the Middle East. Residents of landlocked, moderate-latitude Minnesota tend to feel shielded from such “worst events.” However, as Mark Seeley (retired University of Minnesota meteorologist) noted, “Every incremental change we look at in the global record translates into a very highly amplified change in our Minnesota backyard.” The changing Midwestern climate was one theme of a “Climate Reality Project” leadership training session
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held at the Minneapolis Convention Center in August. The Climate Reality Project, a nonprofit organization founded by former Vice President Al Gore, has as its mission “catalyzing a global solution to the climate crisis by cutting greenhouse gas emissions and speeding the shift to renewables.” More than 1,100 participants from 30 countries attended the training, and 300 of them were Minnesotans —many of whom learned “startling” new information about Minnesota weather trends and projections. For example, Minneapolis is second only to New Orleans as the city most impacted by climate change, said Mayor Jacob Frey, who appeared on a panel with St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter. (This finding comes from a study of America’s 60 largest cities conducted by Climate Central.) Despite its distance from rising sea levels, Minnesota is highly vulnerable to severe storms, flooding, extreme heat and drought. The state has been the site of three disaster declarations (one federal and two state) so far this year due to heavy snow and rainstorms, flooding, high winds and tornadoes. Heavy precipitation events now occur here two to three times more
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Scouts put together baskets Scouts from Pack 432 and Troop 136 assisted the Centennial Community Food Shelf in putting together Thanksgiving Baskets for food shelf recipients Saturday, Nov. 23. At the event, each household receives a turkey plus all the fixings for a holiday meal. The Cub Scouts helped put items into the bags, while the Scouts BSA members helped carry items out to vehicles. Pack 432 has helped at the event and the other basket assembly events (Christmas and Easter) for over eight years.
Pictured are: Aiden Waeghe, Leslie Russell, Emmaleigh Dobratz, Everett Schutta, Alexander Knutson, Ellie Russell, Claire Sullivan, Jack Sullivan and Luke Peterson from Troop 136.
Nick and Ethan Sindt from Pack 432.
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Pictured are: Oz Clark, Shannon Clark, Maret Clark and Ethan Lunde from Pack 432.
Ellie Russell, Luke Peterson and Liam Russell from Troop 136.
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