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RATE INCREASE NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR CENTERPOINT ENERGY MINNESOTA CUSTOMERS CenterPoint Energy has asked the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) for permission to increase its natural gas rates for distribution service. The requested increase is for about 6.8 percent or $62.0 million per year. The requested increase would add about $4.79 to a typical residential customer’s monthly bill. The MPUC may either approve or deny the requested changes, in whole or in part, and may approve a lesser or greater increase than was requested for any class or classes of service. The MPUC will likely make its decision on our rate request in the first quarter of 2021. If final rates are lower than interim (temporary) rates, we will refund customers the difference with interest. If final rates are higher than interim rates, we will not charge customers the difference. If you move before a refund is issued and we cannot find you, your refund may be treated as abandoned property and sent to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Unclaimed Property Unit. You can check for unclaimed property at www.missingmoney.com. To make sure we can send you any refund owed, please provide a forwarding address when you stop service. PUBLIC HEARINGS Administrative Law Judge Eric L. Lipman is holding public hearings on the Date Time company’s proposal. Any CenterPoint Energy customer or other person may Tuesday, July 28 1:00 p.m. attend or provide comments at the hearings. You are invited to comment on the adequacy and quality of CenterPoint Energy’s service, the level of rates Tuesday, July 28 6:00 p.m. or other related matters. You do not need to be represented by an attorney Wednesday, July 29 5:00 p.m. to provide comments during the public hearings. To maintain appropriate physical distancing and prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, public Thursday, July 30 6:00 p.m. hearings will be held remotely (over the telephone for audio and over the internet for video). The hearings will begin at their scheduled time and adjourn after everyone has had an opportunity to share comments. Bad weather? Find out if a hearing is canceled – call (toll free) 855-731-6208 or 651-201-2213 or visit mn.gov/puc. You can participate in the hearing over the telephone. Or you can watch the hearing (without sound) over the internet. To see the public hearing panelists, and hear what they are saying, you must join the public hearing using both the telephone connection and the internet link. The video on the internet does not include sound from the public hearing. To listen to the hearing and to be able to provide your verbal comments, follow the directions below to access the hearing over the telephone. If you are interested in providing verbal comments on the proposed rate increase during the public hearing, you must join the hearing by telephone. JOIN BY TELEPHONE An operator will assist you. To watch the hearing over the internet on a computer or smartphone, follow the directions below (video only – no audio).
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The table below shows the effect of both the interim and proposed rate changes on monthly bills for residential, commercial and industrial customers with average natural gas use. Customer Type (usage in therms)
Avg monthly usage in therms
Avg Avg monthly monthly bill: bill: current interim rates rates
Avg monthly bill: proposed rates
Residential 75
$55
$59
$60
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$61
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$172
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$891
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3,896
$1,709
$1,783
$1,752
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$5,861
$6,092
$6,092
$15,796
$15,968
$25,644
$25,804
Large Volume Dual Fuel Sales Service 38,836
$15,298
Large General Firm Sales Service 53,808
$24,796
Demand charge (per Peak Day) 3,490 Note: Figures above are rounded (to the nearest whole number). EVIDENTIARY HEARINGS Formal evidentiary hearings on CenterPoint Energy’s proposal start on September 9, 2020, and will be held online. The purpose of the evidentiary hearings is to allow CenterPoint Energy, the Minnesota Department of Commerce – Division of Energy Resources, the Minnesota Office of Attorney General – Residential Utilities and Antitrust Division, and parties who have formally joined the contested case to present testimony and to cross-examine each other’s witnesses on the proposed rate increase. If you wish to formally intervene in this case, as a party to the litigation, please contact Administrative Law Judge Eric L. Lipman, P.O. Box 64620, St. Paul, MN 55164-0620. TO LEARN MORE CenterPoint Energy’s current and proposed rate schedules are available at: CenterPoint Energy 505 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402 Phone: 612-372-4727 or 800-245-2377 Web: http://www.CenterPointEnergy.com/RateCase Minnesota Department of Commerce 85 7th Place East, Suite 500, St. Paul, MN 55101 Phone: 651-539-1534 Web: https://www.edockets.state.mn.us/EFiling/search.jsp Select (19) in the year field, type (524) in the number field, select Search, and the list of documents will appear on the next page. Questions about the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission’s review process? Minnesota Public Utilities Commission 121 7th Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55101 Phone: 651-296-0406 or 800-657-3782 Email: consumer.puc@state.mn.us Anyone with hearing or speech disabilities may call through their preferred Telecommunications Relay Service.
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Forest Lake Area NOW OPEN DaySpring Family Wellness 26357 Forest Blvd. N, #8, Wyoming Located in the Oak Point Business Center. Dr. David and Jean Schmidt, both Forest Lake High School graduates, opened DaySpring in March. DaySpring is a total health chiropractic clinic serving the Wyoming, Forest Lake and surrounding communities. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.. Specializing in wellness, physical therapy and nutrition. Call Dr. David Schmidt or Jean Schmidt at 651-462-6500. dayspringfamilywellness.com
Due to the COVID-19 crisis and subsequent state orders, the following businesses may have adjusted operations or delayed opening dates.
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Lift Bridge Nutrition 1431 Stillwater Blvd. Complete nutrition center focusing on nutrition, energy, weight loss and sports nutrition, with healthy smoothie/shake bar, personal wellness coaching and wellness workshops.
ToxyFree 317 Main St. Retail store featuring purposeful, natural, toxin-free, plastic-free products for home, office, body and more.
Apricot Lane Boutique 112 Main St. S A boutique that creates a unique adventure and shopping experience that captures the look and vibe of the area. Online store at apricotlaneboutique.com
Greenbridge Coffee Shop 209 S. Main Street Located in the new Mike’s Electric Bike’s location. Greenbridge offers a variety of coffee options, including coffee from Up Coffee Roasters in Minneapolis. Open for breakfast and lunch. Greenbridgecoffeeshop.com
Stillwater Proper Distillery and Tasting Room 227 S. Main St.
Rusty Mile Roadhouse Nostalgia Bar 222 N. Main St.
A restaurant/bar with bar food and a cocktail program that focuses on local spirits. In addition, 45th Parallel out of New Richmond, Wisconsin, will own two stills and operate a portion of the business in a private area as a tasting room. Go to Stillwater Proper on Facebook for the latest information.
Casual 80s/90s themed bar featuring music and nostalgic atmosphere. No further details available at this time.
Forge & Foundry Distillery and Tasting Room 221 Main St. N. (former location of Northern Vineyards) A small craft distillery and tasting room. Ingredients will be from local sources to produce exceptional spirits and handcrafted cocktails. Go to Forge & Foundry Distillery and Tasting Room Facebook page for the latest information.
14 Moves Goerss Team / exp Realty 168 Lake St. South (in former Stylin’ By the Lake location, next to Liquor Works)
River Provisions 401 Main St. S Mix of gourmet street food, capsule collections, E-bike rentals & sales, paddle board outfitting and other unique products. No other information available at this time.
Mexi Cafe 317 S. Main St. (Brick Alley Building) Mexican-American café and coffee shop with sandwiches, Nordic waffles, pastries as well. Located in former Revival Coffee and Deli. Call 651-342-1535 or visit the Facebook page.
Brick Alley Music Café Brick Alley Building, downtown Stillwater No further details available at this time.
A team-based approach to buying and selling. The Goerss Team achieved Top 5 Team with Keller Williams in Minnesota, and are now with exp Realty. For more information, call 651-470-1113 or go to 14moves.com/goerss-team/
Three Pillars Business Services Bookkeeping and payroll services for small and large businesses. Call 763-464-6408 for more information. Owned by Alex Bulmer, who also owns Big Apple Bagels. Meetings can be arranged at Big Apple Bagels, 508 S. Lake St.
Fireside Getaway Restaurant and Bar 131 Lake St. New, family-owned restaurant consisting of American cuisine with a mix of local and global influences. This two-level restaurant to include beautiful fireplaces throughout and great lake views. The family also owns Glazing Memories and moved its location next to Fireside Getaway. Call 651-368-8099.
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“I am planning to attend South Dakota State University with a major in Biochemistry and a minor in communications.”
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“I am planning to attend University of WisconsinRiver Falls.”
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“I am planning to attend Carleton College.”
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Don’t abuse freedoms he First Amendment of our Constitution provides five important freedoms, and they don’t deserve to be abused. The First Amendment reads, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” The First Amendment protects the rights of citizens to protest the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd. But looting, burning of stores and destruction of businesses is an unacceptable way to protest the of George Floyd. About the killing Protests and demonstrations are not new in this Town 200 year old democracy. The protests of the 60s Gene Johnson ranged from the Civil Rights movement to our involvement in the Vietnam War. Subsequently, we have experienced movements for gay rights, the environment, and several other issues. We have experienced a great deal of social change because of these movements, made possible by the First Amendment. The First Amendment allows us to speak to issues and redress government regarding its policies and legislation. The recent protests are an excellent example that there is a need for change in police culture and how we provide safety and protection of citizens. It’s becoming clear that we may have expected police to perform too many roles. It’s also clear the training of officers is not adequate, and discipline and accountability are not adequate in some departments. The protests/protestors are rightfully calling attention to this. But action by those who damage property, injure people and place economic burdens on neighborhoods should never be acceptable and distract from the goal of the protest. Racism is so deep–seeded we haven’t been able to overcome it. In the George Floyd case, people around the world were witnesses to a crime and saw no one take immediate action when the officer was taking Floyd’s last breath away. Are we going to continue to be witnesses to injustice? Protests will continue to be in order but if you are protesting the state government, go to the steps of the State Capitol; if you are protesting county government, go to the County Courthouse; if you are protesting issues in your own city, go to City Hall and clearly state your issue. America has changed but tough questions have been ignored. We’ve made some progress with equal opportunity and equal rights, but I do not think there is justice for all. Hopefully, now is the time we no longer ignore the tough questions on racial inequality. The current protests will result in a major shift in America so there is more equal opportunity, equal rights and justice for all.
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The search for the perfect boat or some people it’s the magic of the water that attracts them. It could be the grandeur of the surroundings or chasing fi sh in a motorboat. For others, it’s about exploring quiet waters with a paddle in your hand. I’ve always loved the quiet sports, simple nonmotorized activities that don’t disturb nature. My son Josh, now a father of two little girls, happily married with a good job, has inherited that love. Josh’s journey over water started out in my motorboat and then to my canoes. As an adult, he has chosen a path with kayaks. In the last 12 years he has been looking for that perfect boat that fits all his needs and desires. Twelve years ago, it started out with a Perception Carolina 14-footer. As Josh explained, “Kayaking started to become such a popular sport back then. In the past 12 years it’s exploded to fit the demanding market. Today you can nd anything from fast narrow Wild River fikayaks to fat, wider, more stabilized crafts designed for fi shing Trails comfortably. My fi shing styles have evolved over the years to becoming Jim Bennett more of a minimalist. I know what I want. I don’t need all the gadgets, but I have had quite a few. Today they are only the ones I deem essential for my style of fishing.” Josh learned a lot from his fi rst kayak. “My Carolina was fast. It was a paddling boat fi rst and a fi shing boat second. It was my fi rst and last sit-in kayak. I got rid of it and got a sit-on-top kayak that allowed me to have a better platform for fi shing and hunting. My fi rst sit-on-top was an Ocean Trident 15 that struck a balance between fast and narrow. From there I moved to the Trident 13-foot kayak because it was just a little bit quicker and lighter.”
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Then hunting waterfowl and fly fi shing drew him. “It was time to sell the Trident and buy an Old Town Predator MX that I could set up for specialized fi shing to get into places that motorboats can’t. It had a hand-assist cord to get you standing up, and I bought a lean-assist bar that supplied a good fi shing platform but not quite what I hoped for. The Predator gave me a hunting platform that worked OK but not great. It was good for one guy and a dozen decoys, but I wanted to add a dog and another bag of decoys.” Josh left the Predator for a lighter boat, but he still wanted a stable boat. He chose a NuCanoe Flint. “It had some nice features, but it didn’t fit my needs. My wife Megan said that I had succumbed to America’s marketing machine.” Now Josh is waiting for his next kayak to arrive, the Lite Tackle made by Crescent Kayaks. “It has a perfect hull design that should provide a perfect combination of paddling ease with fi shing stability. It’s quick, sporty, tracks well and is stable and maneuverable. “ After watching Josh explore a water world with kayaks for the past 12 years—he got me into my fi rst kayak—together we have explored many lakes, wetlands, rivers and the Boundary Waters, shot rapids, camped for long treks and taken in many day trips that have proved fun and full of excitement. He has also paddled Superior and Lake Michigan. “I want to keep going. I still have a strong desire to fi sh and paddle. I want to keep fi nding special places that most people will never fi nd. I want to explore the silence, improve my stroke in the art of paddling. I have found that a paddle is the key to those special quiet places.” Jim Bennett is an outdoorsman who lives and worked in the St. Croix River Valley and can be reached at jamesbennett24@gmail.com
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Sheriff’s Office partners with Ramsey County to purchase rescue vehicle
Stillwater school board, superintendent reach separation agreement
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office will partner with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office for the purchase and use of an armored multi-terrain rescue vehicle. The Washington County Sheriff's Office has partnered with the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office to share the expenses and responsibilities associated with the purchase, maintenance, operation and storage of an armored multi-terrain rescue vehicle called a ROOK. The equipment provides safety for officers, as well as the public in highly dangerous environments. The ROOK will be accessible to both agencies locally and will also be a resource regionally. The equipment could be used for any natural disaster or other emergency which may require rescue operations in flooding and wind-damaged areas. The Washington County Sheriff's Office received a 2019 Urban Area Security Initiative grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety that helped to pay $110,000 of the purchase price. The remaining $13,000 was paid by forfeiture funds. The two counties will divide responsibility for the equipment based on a formula based roughly by population.
In a 5-2 vote, the Stillwater school board voted to end Superintendent Denise Pontrelli’s contract, approving a $300,000 separation agreement effective July 1. The decision came more than four years after the district’s Building Opportunities to Learn and Discover (BOLD) plan led to the closures of Withrow, Marine and Oak Park Elementary Schools, and nearly a year after the board unsuccessfully tried to remove Pontrelli in July 2019. Pontrelli was named superintendent in 2015. She will receive her $195,800 salary for 2020-21, $64,312 for the release of legal claims against the district, $29,165 of accrued unused vacation time, district health care and contributions to an annuity plan and health savings ac-
Drowning victim’s body recovered from Forest Lake The body of a man who drowned while swimming on Forest Lake has been found. On Wednesday, June 10, divers recovered the body of a man reported missing Sunday, June 7. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, officials were alerted to a water emergency at 4:40 p.m. that day, when a caller reported that a man was in the water. Fire rescue teams, along with members of the Washington County Dive Team, responded to the scene. The man’s name will be released once it is confirmed by the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s office, according to a statement.
count. The Stillwater district is in the process of finding an interim superintendent.
‘Stuff the Bus’ provides supplies to students in need Stillwater Area Public Schools, Community Thread and the United Way of Washington-County East are partnering for their annual Stuff the Bus initiative to provide school supplies for children in need. A list of donation requests is available online at stillwaterschools. org/district/district-news-e-news/district-news/supportstuff-bus. Supplies must be dropped off by Aug. 5. Cash donations can be made online at uwwce.org/donate and should be designated for “Stuff the Bus.” Families in need will be able to select free supplies Aug. 11-14.
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The online application for absentee ballots is now open. By filling out the online application, you can have your ballot for the August primary, and the November general election mailed to you. To complete the application online, you must: • Be eligible to register and vote in Minnesota • Provide an email address • Provide your identification number: MN-issued driver's license, Minnesota ID card or last 4 digits of your Social Security number Apply online at https://bit.ly/2yjtMLg. You may also print out a paper absentee ballot application and return it to your local election office. You can apply for a ballot any time during the year, except the day of the election. Make sure to leave time for election officials to mail your ballot and for you to return it on or before election day.
The city of Forest Lake’s compost site seasonal hours run April 11 through Nov. 27. The compost site is located at 20001 Forest Blvd. North; Forest Lake residents can drop off leaves/grass clippings and brush up to 3 inches in diameter at no charge (be prepared to show proof of residency). Through Oct. 5, the hours will be 1:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays.
NAMES IN THE NEWS Margie Horning, longtime Stillwater Sunrise Rotary member, received the Rotary Foundation’s Citation for Meritorious Service Award for continuous active service. Most recently, she was the manager for the Rotary District 5960 COVID-19 Disaster Response grants program. The program was aimed at helping local Rotary Clubs fund needs such as food insecurity help, tables for a pop-up food pantry, iPads for hospitals and nursing and assisted living homes, face shield masks for first responders, meals for essential workers, child care scholarships for children of essential workers and many more. Stillwater Sunrise along with the Noon Rotary Club, as part of its COVID-19 initiative, contributed $1,000 each to Valley Outreach and Meals from the Heart.
COUNTY BRIEFS Photo contest open for parks annual vehicle permit Those who have been snapping photos in Washington County Parks can submit those photos to the county; some submissions will be used on the county’s annual 2021-2022 parks pass. The photo contest from last year highlighted Pine Point Regional Park; a photo submitted by Jessica Manor won the contest. This year, Washington County will highlight Lake Elmo Park Reserve, as it turns 35 in 2021. If you have photos that you would like to submit from Lake Elmo Park Reserve, submit them to parksphotos@co.washington. mn.us. Photos will be accepted for consideration until Oct. 2.
Spot mowing and spraying for noxious weeds begins Washington County staff will be spot mowing and spraying for noxious weeds on the more than 220 miles of rural county roadsides June 15 through July 27, and again in October. This is being done to help comply with Minnesota State Noxious Weed law administered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Mowing
will be used to prevent seed set and the following herbicides will be used to spray mowed area: Escort XP, Milestone VM and Liberate. Property owners who do not want their roadside sprayed or mowed, and are willing to take responsibility for controlling and eradicating noxious weeds on the adjacent roadside, may visit the Washington County North Shop at 11660 Myeron Road in Stillwater Township to obtain signage, or call 651-430-4300. Be prepared to provide an address, the nearest cross street, and a description of where “do not spray” signs will be located.
Standup paddleboarding, yoga offered at Square Lake Park Standup paddleboarding (SUP) is a water recreation and total body fitness opportunity that will be offered in Washington County Parks this summer at Square Lake Park. SUP Sunset Paddle (guided paddleboarding) will be from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Tuesdays June 9 through Aug. 11. Saturday SUP - yoga classes (guided yoga on the water) will be 9 to 10:15 a.m. June 13 through Aug. 15.
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Classes are $35 per person. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lifejackets. Vehicle park permits, $7 daily, and $30 annually, are also required. The park is at 15450 Square Lake Trail N. north of Stillwater. Class size is limited and registration is required. Participants must be at least 14 years old and able to swim. Dress for water activity and the weather. The program meets at the boat launch at the park. Program dates are subject to change due to severe weather (high wind, heavy rain, lightning). In the event of a weather cancellation, participants will receive a refund. For updates or to register, see the Washington County website, co.washington.mn.us, and search “SUP” and register online.
Washington County begins reopening to in-person services Washington County has begun the reopening of some county buildings and in-person services by appointment. Services that can be provided remotely will still be done remotely; if remote services are not possible, services by appointment may be used. The Government Center in Stillwater and the Forest Lake service center will be open. However, residents arriving at the buildings should have appointments for inperson services. Appointments may be made through the county’s website at co.washington.mn.us or by calling county offices at 651-430-6000. Residents who visit county buildings will find county staff will be wearing masks when moving inside county buildings; members of the public will be asked to wear masks when in county buildings and during interaction with staff, and social distancing measures will be in place. Residents may make appointments for service and license centers at co.washington.mn.us/ scheduleme. The Washington County Library continues to provide curbside and locker pickup of materials, and computer access by appointment. Find more information on the library’s website at washcolib.org.
Free Product Room moves outdoors The Free Product Room at the Environmental Center in Woodbury has moved outdoors. Free products such as paint, stain, automotive products and household cleaners will be available during operating hours, weather permitting. Rain cancellations will be posted on the website (co.washington.mn.us/604/ Environmental-Center). Social distancing measures are in place for the safety of staff and other customers. Residents are also encouraged to wear cloth face coverings.
Input wanted on bike and pedestrian plan Washington County is creating a Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan and is seeking citizen input. This plan will address the future of a countywide bicycle and pedestrian network, building off of the existing network of sidewalks, trails and on-street facilities. For more information about the project to date, visit co.washington.mn.us/bikepedplan. Contact Emily Jorgensen at 651430-4338 or emily.jorgensen@ co.washington.mn.us with questions about this survey or about the project.
Washington County Fair canceled The board of directors for the Washington County Agricultural Society voted to cancel the 2020 Washington County Fair, which was to be held July 29 – Aug. 2, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision was made based upon careful consultation with the county and other organizations, the difficulty of monitoring and enforcing social distancing requirements, and the health and safety of the community, the fair’s vendors, carnival, staff, fair supporters and exhibitors. The cancellation will also preserve the financial viability of the Washington County Agricultural Society to present future fairs. The Washington County Fair board is looking forward to 2021, when it will hold its 150th fair Aug. 4-8.
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Forest Lake Area High School’s FFA named one of Minnesota’s best The Forest Lake FFA chapter was named one of Minnesota’s “Top Ten Chapters” at the annual Minnesota FFA Convention. Due to COVID-19, the Minnesota FFA Convention was held virtually. Unfortunately, students who qualified for state Leadership & Career Development events were not able to compete, but many were still able to participate in workshops. Forest Lake FFA members were able to interact with other people while still keeping their distance and watching everything happen live, all from their homes. The “Top Ten” recognition was based on an application submitted by the students, which identified successful activities in the areas of Growing Leaders, Building Communities and Strengthening Agriculture. The application will now be reviewed at the national level. “The State FFA convention allows our students an opportunity to showcase their achievements in
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Celebrating the 4th of July amid the COVID-19 pandemic BY ELIZABETH CALLEN EDITOR
For only the second time in its 97-year history, the Forest Lake 4th of July parade has been canceled. The decision was a difficult one to make, according to the Forest Lake American Legion, which sponsors the annual celebration. “The only other time that the celebration has been canceled was during another trying time for our country and our greatest generation,” its website states, referring, of course, to World War II.
But even in the midst of a pandemic, July 4 still comes and goes. Due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and the need to practice social distancing, this year will not include the traditional carnival, Bingo games or fireworks display. However, there will still be patriotic festivities to commemorate the day. And while the streets of Forest Lake will not be filled with parade marchers and spectators, a new virtual parade promises to bring a similar sense of celebration and community—just online rather than outdoors. “We are finding a creative way to make this parade one we will not forget,”
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From July 1-4, the photos and videos will be shared on Facebook, with extra content scheduled for July 4. The parade committee says it will be “starting early in the morning for a new digital parade experience, starring you, your families and our community businesses front and center.” Surprise announcements in the days leading up to the 4th are also in store. Parade committee members say that they hope to return to the traditional 4th of July celebration next summer, which they are aiming to make bigger and better than ever. In the meantime, though, small-scale celebrations will have to do. A backyard barbeque and sparklers might not rival the massive professional display Forest Lake residents are accustomed to seeing each year, though ringing in Independence Day in the midst of a pandemic is sure to make for a celebration to remember. More information about this year's festivities can be found online at post225. com, as well as on Facebook at facebook. com/forestlake4thofjulyparade.
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Dear Members and Community Leaders: I am proud to say that at our fall retreat last year, the Chamber Board of Directors updated our mission statement to add the word inclusive. Our Mission. The Chamber is an inclusive organization that serves, advocates, and promotes the interest of businesses while enriching the life of our community. This year has been quite challenging in many ways, but as a community we will be stronger and better, and we will prosper. COVID-19 has brought many challenges to our business community and our personal welfare. It has invaded our lives as we know it in unprecedented ways. Our Chamber has also been greatly affected. We are committed to serving our community and keeping them safe. For this reason, we made the decision to postpone and/or cancel many of our community events which generates revenue for our operations. Our community events not only serve as staples of commerce and camaraderie in our area, drawing in thousands of people, they also bring revenue into the Chamber, which in turn allows our organization to support our community through our development, leadership and outreach programs. Even with reduced hours, our team has been working hard and long hours to bring our business community the most up-to-date information, guidance, and resources these past 13 weeks and has rallied in many ways to serve our community. The Chamber is a not-for-profit 501c(6)
and unfortunately, did not qualify for business loans or the payment protection program during this pandemic. The loss of community events has negatively impacted our 2020 financials, therefore, we are starting a campaign called “Rally For Your Chamber,” Help support us, so we can continue to support you. There are three levels to choose from:
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‘Kids are still waiting’: Adoption and COVID-19 BY ELIZABETH CALLEN EDITOR
COVID-19 has impacted many aspects of our world, but one thing it hasn’t changed is that there are children in need of loving homes. There are more than 900 children in Minnesota’s foster care system who are waiting to be placed with adoptive families, said Rachel Walstad. Walstad is the executive director of MN Adopt, a nonprofit organization that supports families throughout the various stages of the adoption process. “The reality is that kids are still waiting,” she said. “The pandemic hasn’t changed that.” It has, however, changed how state and private adoption agencies are currently operating. “They’re working really hard to figure out what barriers exist because of our current situation and seeing how many of those they can remove,” Walstad said. “Whether that’s moving more trainings online or having meetings between a family and a social worker via Zoom … Things like that allow families to continue to move through the process so that we can find homes for these kids.” That means if families have been considering adoption, they shouldn’t let the pandemic postpone their plans — no matter where they are in the process. “If people are still interested, they should be contacting us (MN Adopt) or their county or their agency,” Walstad said. “Just because COVID-19 is happening doesn’t mean that if they’ve been thinking about adoption, they have to wait till it’s all over to start the process. They can continue to move along as feels comfortable for them, because the need is definitely still there.” Interest in adoption hasn’t waned since COVID-19 struck Minnesota. In fact, it has increased. At least, that is true at Children’s Home Society & Lutheran Social Services (CHSLSS), where Heidi Wiste is the director of foster care adoption. “We haven’t seen a slowdown in any of our intake. We’ve actually seen people continue to come through (and) continue to inquire about foster care and adoption,” said Wiste. That surprised CHSLSS staff, according to Wiste. “We were thinking, ‘Well, who’s going to want to step forward now? People are losing their jobs. People are furloughed,’ and yet we have families who are like, ‘I’m home; I can complete my paperwork now,’ and ‘I’m home; I can do these trainings,’” she said. “They haven’t let the setbacks in what’s happening to them personally stop them from learning more and taking that next step.” Modern technology, Wiste also noted, has helped make that continuation possible. “Before, where we would have done most of this work in person, we’ve just moved everything online. Although we don’t have that in-person contact, we do at least have a video component,” she said. “Although it has a few drawbacks … it has the added benefit of helping more people move through the process.” Even amid the pandemic, children have been able to transition into their adoptive homes, though with proper precautions in place.
“I wish more people knew about (domestic adoption). I really do, because I’ve had people whisper in my ear, surprised, ‘They’re just normal kids.’ Yep, they are. It’s been wonderful for our family, and it has exposed other families that we know to get involved in foster care as well because they’ve seen us do it and be successful, even with our struggles.” Maren Badger
“We don’t want to put anybody at risk. When a placement is happening, we’re making sure that everybody is comfortable and safe to do that,” Wiste said. “These 905 children still need permanency, despite social distancing and despite COVID-19. It’s been really wonderful to see what we’ve still been able to do, despite how we aren’t able to do it in the most preferred manner.” Maren Badger and her husband, Casey, can attest to the power of adoption in their own lives. They have six children, four of whom they adopted from the foster care system. After the births of their two biological children, Maren said, she and Casey started looking into adoption as a means of growing their family. “I’m a Type 1 diabetic, and I have been since I was 2. We knew at some point it wasn’t going to be possible for me to have children,” she said. “After 20-plus years of being a Type 1 diabetic, it just gets harder and harder.” Maren and Casey originally considered international adoption, but the financial and time demands proved too great. “The travel expenses and all the other unknowns were overwhelming,” Maren said. “We had two small children. We couldn’t just up and leave them for six weeks at a time to make an adoption run to go to China or Russia or wherever it may be.” Though they were then unfamiliar with the foster-adoption system, they looked further into it after a friend planted the seed. “I can’t remember who it was, maybe someone at church. They said, ‘Well, why don’t you look at domestic (adoption)?’ I was like, ‘Oh, we can do that?’” A county adoption class gave Maren and Casey an overview of the process, but Maren said it also worried them. “We were completely freaked out. We said, ‘Oh no, no, we can’t do this,’” she remembered. “But we went home, talked about it some more, kind of went back and forth for a while, but then just said, ‘You know what? Let’s just go into foster care, and if a situation arises, then we’ll see where it goes.” They got licensed for foster care through a private agency and were nearly immediately placed with two half-siblings, both of whom have what Maren described as significant special needs. “Everything that we had heard in the class that we were afraid of happening was happening. I was running late to work, and having to chase kids through the yard and so forth … It was a complete disaster at first,” she said. “But we bonded with them, and they bonded with us.”
Maren and Casey adopted one of the children, Amber, who will be 18 this summer. Her birth brother was adopted by another family, for whom the Badgers provide respite care—short-term relief for primary caregivers—about two or three times a year. After adopting Amber, the Badgers continued to open their home to children in the foster care system, caring for about 17 foster children over the years. When they received a call about two sisters—Kinsley and Leshia, then 3 and 5 years old—they immediately agreed to take them in. A few days later, the girls’ brother, Jeremiah, who had been living in a separate home, joined them. “We took them all in, and they just fit so wonderfully with our family, and we got along with their birth mother really, really wonderfully,” Maren said. “We had a fabulous relationship with her. She would come to our house on Christmas … I’d text her, and she’d text me asking how the kids were doing that day. We’d send her their school pictures. It was a very positive relationship.” The children’s birth mother had been working to regain custody, but she ultimately decided her children were better off in Maren and Casey’s hands. “She just decided she couldn’t do it. She had the first one at 15, and so she was a very, very young mother and didn’t have any support,” Maren said. “She called us and asked if she could sign the kids over to us … For us, it was just one of those things where you say yes, no hesitation.” In September 2018, their birth mother died of a drug overdose, which Maren said was “a gut punch” to their whole family. “It was really, really hard for us and the kids,” she said. “But I think she knew, deep down, that were kids were okay, that they could see the life that she never had for herself. I think that meant a lot to her.” Now, with six children all under the age of 18, the Badgers have a bigger family and busier day-to-day lives than they originally anticipated, but Maren said they couldn’t be happier. Her family’s experience with the foster care and adoption systems has helped dispel misconceptions she previously had, and she hopes to help dispel those misconceptions for others. “I wish more people knew about (domestic adoption). I really do, because I’ve had people whisper in my ear, surprised, ‘They’re just normal kids.’ Yep, they are,” she said. “It’s been wonderful for our family, and it has exposed other families that we know to get involved in foster care as well because they’ve seen us do it and be successful, even with our struggles.”
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Maternal Child Health Nurse Full Time/Part Time Duties Include: Providing indepth health assessment and education centered on pregnancy; Providing parenting education, anticipatory guidance, health and safety education, and assistance to families in accessing needed services and resources. Works with schools, local hospitals, and county social services in coordinating care. Desired Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing BSN; Certification as a public health nurse in Minnesota and current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota. $24.91 to $34.18 DOQ. Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us by June 26, 2020.
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Award Winning Pet Grooming!
PETSTYLES Grooming Salon
Pet Service Directory
Come knock on our door! As we continue to recognize health, safety and social distancing, Petstyles will have no customers in our shop, Forest Lake’s original groomers will be wearing grooming shop since 1989. masks and our equipment Call one of our will be sanitized between CertiďŹ ed Master each grooming. Groomers at Nail Trims by
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Veterans Van Driver Part Time Duties include collecting rider fares, loading and unloading passengers, driving the routes and waiting at Veterans Administrative Hospital for returning riders, and maintaining transportation system vehicles. Must have valid DL and CPR card. $12.12 per hour. Hours of work could be as early as 4:30AM, as late as 6:30PM. Open until filled. Call 651-213-8830 to have an application mailed.
Case Aide Full Time North Branch Duties include providing case aide support to the Chisago County Health and Human Services Aging and Disabilities Division performing a variety of tasks supporting various service programs. Desired Qualifications: 2-3 years of clerical experience preferably in social services agency OR 2-4 years of college with emphasis in behavioral sciences. $17.89 to $24.46 DOQ. Apply online on Minnesota Merit System's website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ mnmeritsystem.
Do you know someone who likes working with small engines and is handy? Ruddy's Rentals is looking for a friendly, easy going person to work 15-25 hrs/wk. Help demonstrating equip, deliveries & setup, load & unload equipment. Apply in Person at 21380 Forest Blvd, F.L.
CLEANING 3-5 days/wk $13-16/hr+ Must be thorough cleaner! 651-247-2807
HELP WANTED Guest Service Rep Wknd Housekeepers Housekeeping Manager Rudy's Host Kitchen Expo
Apply in person
Human Resources Director Full Time Duties Include: providing department leadership, vision and strategic direction; directing the development, planning, management coordination, delivery and evaluation of Human Resources programs and benefits; developing human resources policies and oversees human resources activities such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training and risk management. Desired Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or University with a degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Management, or a closely related field and five to seven years of experience in a human resources capacity with demonstrated ability in a leadership role; or a combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities. Apply online at www.chisagocounty.us by July 3, 2020.
Installation Specialist
Residential
Maids of White Bear
HELP WANTED White Bear Country Inn – Guest Svc Rep, Weekend Housekeeping, Rudy's Host, Housekeeping Mgr, Kitchen Expo. Apply in Person
and
Midwest Best Water – Centerville, MN
Apply if you are a self-sufficient, positive person looking for a career in the growing field of water technology! Company Description: Midwest Best Water is a bulk water supplier to many of the super markets in the Midwest area, looking to expand with a Full-Time team member. We pride ourselves in our quality of people and our level of service we provide our customers. Does this sound like you? Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance policy of $50,000 Company funded 401(k) program Training and support Travel expenses paid Year-end performance bonus up to $5,000 Two weeks paid time-off per year
FT & PT Direct Support Professional positions available
in group homes w/men or women! Exp. Preferred. M/H valid MN DL, clean driving record, proof of insurance & pass background check. Call Carrie for information.
(651) 426-3517
Job Responsibilities: Performs routine installation of water vending machines on location in supermarkets around the Midwest Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Ability to work in a team environment Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds Work with heights of 10 feet or more via ladder or lift Clean, valid driving record Will be required to complete a background check and a basic preemployment physical
*Veterans encouraged!* *Some travel and occasional overnights* Please email resume to: pat@naturalpuredrinkingwater.com
PHONE: PHONE: 651-407-1250 651-407-1250 APPLIANCE REPAIR
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AUTO REPAIR
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Northern Lights Landscaping Construction, Inc. was established in 1989 by Steve Nelson
Schneider Custom Woodworks
A
fter working in the industry with several other landscape ďŹ rst for over 10 years, Steve decided to take his unique approach to Landscape Design into the community and has been updating and beautifying neighborhoods all over the Twin Cities and Western Wisconsin ever since. Steve’s specialties are in using natural materials for hardscapes: boulders, timbers and natural mulches. Truly a Craftsman of the art of constructing walls of timber and natural looking basket weave boulder walls and dry stacked stone – his attention to detail will satisfy even the pickiest of customers. From Granite Steps to natural limestone paths, integrating these materials into your backyard living rooms will surely delight and call the senses after a long hard week. Northern Lights Landscaping Construction, Inc. is licensed with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. Fully Bonded and Insured.
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Twin Cities Premier Home Improvement Company
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call Lynda at 651-407-1250
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CONCRETE
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LANDSCAPING
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PAINTING
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ordable Painting
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Drywall, Decks & Sheet Rock Repair
Serving counties: Anoka, Ramsey, Hennepin, Washington, Chisago, Dakota & Wisconsin
Commercial Residential
See my ad under Appliance Repair
12 years experience
Custom Decks/Footing Repair Screen Rooms/Additions Garages/RooďŹ ng/Siding Aluminum/Glass/Cable Railings All Repairs
No Job Too Small Call Jim
651-964-5293
Specializing in home plaster repair. • Water Damage • Skim Coating • Sheetrock hanging & Finishing • Popcorn ceiling removal • We match most textures • Insured
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Free Estimates • Established 1987
Since 1989
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AAA Painting 651.407.6523
New Look Lawn Care
Neighborly Pricing Extraordinary Professional Service
651-500-1747
MOKIE’S Lawn Service
SPRING & FALL CLEANUPS
LAWN MOWING • TREE TRIMMING • REASONABLE RATES •
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CALL LEE
Best Painting & Cedar Specialists Interior: commercial, residential, new construction walls, ceilings, USJN DBCJOFUT noors Exterior: cedar siding/trim restoration and mnishes; commercial buildings
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ROOFING
timspainting.com
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s Interior/Exterior s Residential & Commercial s New Construction or Remodeling
PLASTER/ TAPING/ DRYWALL
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Natural Stone Fabrication and Installation
J & G Home Interiors 24 Years experience in high quality work
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Shrub Care/Trimming 45 yrs. experience Family owned CertiďŹ ed Arborist
Owner: Greg Brigley
651-773-5643 21 years and going strong!
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ROOFING ~ SIDING WINDOWS ~ KITCHENS BATHS ~ BASEMENTS DECKS ~ GRADING REMODELING ~ ALL TYPES
ROOFING/SIDING
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License # BC627690 • Financing Available
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651-429-0746 MN LIC# BC193668-BONDED-INSURED
Lic. #005402
REMODELING
A Cut Above Tree Service
Primeau’s Tree Service
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Lic #686889
20 years in Business s Fully Insured
Joe: 651-462-0697
BACK YARDS NO PROBLEM!
Forest Lake
Exterior/Interior
Specializing in Ceiling Repairs Epoxy Garage Floors too
Tree Removal Tree Trimming Buckthorn Removal Stump & Brush Removal
GRANITE & MARBLE
(651) 428-0229
Free Estimates
PAINTING
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Your Hometown Painter
TREE
New Const & Basement Finishes Residential/Commercial
Expert Workmanship
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Family owned local business since 2007
BUILDERS
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LAWN CARE
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Landscape Construction Inc.
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STUMP REMOVAL
STUMP REMOVAL Free Estimates BACK YARDS NO PROBLEM!
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SERVICES: Tree & Stump Removal Tree Trimming Shrub Pruning Cell: 612-363-6169 Main: 651-771-2654 Credit Cards Accepted
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WINDOWS
Cutting Edge Window Cleaning
Fast, dependable, insured
We don’t cut corners, we clean ‘em! Residential Window Cleaning Exterior Only Call Jeff for a free estimate
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651-283-8770
651-426-8660
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Watch for mosquito control activity Metropolitan Mosquito Control District trucks and helicopters are out in neighborhoods and parks. Because more people are at home, they may be more visible this year. Warmer weather means that mosquito season is quickly approaching. The MMCD will be out conducting surveillance and treatment activities to reduce the risk of disease and annoyance in an environmentally sensitive manner. Each year the field staff at MMCD monitors and treats wetlands that breed mosquitoes with a fleet of trucks and helicopters. At times, MMCD employees may need to cross private property for access to check and treat areas for mosquito larvae. Mosquito control staff will be practicing social distancing, wearing masks when near people and working individually as often as possible.
MMCD management asks the community to stay at least 6 feet away from field staff and ensure children and pets are kept at a distance. Some of the activities that MMCD may be doing in your community include: • Wetland surveillance: Determining if ponds or swamps have mosquito larvae present. • Catch basin surveillance: Pulling off grates and inspecting neighborhood catch basins to determine if mosquito larvae are present. • Ground larval treatments: Applying control materials to a wetland with a hand spreader or backpack. • Helicopter larval treatments: Applying control materials to a wetland via helicopter. • Catch basin treatments: Applying control materials
to neighborhood catch basins. • Setting or collecting traps: Surveillance helps MMCD determine what types of mosquitoes are active and where. The control materials and methods used by MMCD are regularly tested for safety and only applied when surveillance indicates they would be effective. They are designed specifically to target mosquito larvae or adults with minimal impacts on nontarget insects. The control materials are not harmful to people, pets or wildlife. For a complete list of control materials used, please visit MMCD.org. If you have questions about mosquito control activities or concerns about an employee, please call the MMCD at 651-645-9149 or visit MMCD.org. Submitted
JULY EVENTS *Note: Events are subject to change or be cancelled due to the COVID-19 crisis. Please call or visit the websites or Facebook pages, for the most up-to-date information.
DATE
EVENT
TIME
Vineyard/Brewery
July 1 July 11 July 11
Music-Tuscany Trio Music: Marcus Lere Saturday Night Music: Steve Wietecki Music: Mark Swan Summer Farmers Market
5:30 p.m. 1-4 p.m. 6-9 p.m.
7 Vines Vineyard Belle Vinez Swirl
1-4 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
Belle Vinez 7 Vines
Music: Mathew Griswold Saturday Night Music: Cassandra Cole Music: Rudy Rudesill Saturday Night Music: Radio King/Jeff Leiknes Music: Ken Valdez
1-4 p.m. 6-9 p.m.
Belle Vinez Swirl
July 26
Rustic Roots Winery -
1-4 p.m. 6-9 p.m.
St. Croix Falls, WI
Belle Vinez Swirl
Belle Vinez Winery River Falls, WI 35E
7 Vines Vineyard Dellwood
1-4 p.m.
Belle Vinez
694
Big Wood Brewery
61
9 6 96
WBL
Willernie
35E
Please visit websites for more details on upcoming events!
Wisconsin
Roma ma
Saint Croix Vineyards
36 694
Stillwater
95
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Swirl
Afton
Coming
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YOUR MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES: Complimentary Annual Wine Club Cruise, courtesy St. Croix River Cruises Discounts on wines Meet club members, enjoy special events & much more
ENJOY DINING INSIDE AND ON THE PATIO
CRAFT BREWERY & TAPROOM IN THE HEART OF WHITE BEAR LAKE COMMITTED TO QUALITY BEER
New Winery & Tasting Room in Scandia, MN offering approachable, avor-forward wines with a local touch
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GO TO BIGWOODBREWERY.COM TO VIEW OUR TAPROOM SERIES OR FIND A STORE NEAR YOU! 2222 4TH ST., WHITE BEAR LAKE
You can slow down and relax, enjoy quality, local wine, and embrace the spirit of the Valley.
“A premier destination for all good things�
Select from a wide variety Of high-quality and unique Wines you will love! Be sure to visit our online store!
651-436-2010 670974
670991
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3291 S. St. Croix Trail, Afton, MN
• Wine Tastings: Flights or Glasses • Traditional Tuscan-flare culinary creations • Corporate or life events
2013 120th Avenue St Croix Falls, WI | DDWinery.com
670969
W10829 875th Ave - River Falls, WI 715-426-9463 | BelleVinez.com for info
671098
Roman-market.com
670380
Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri & Sat 11am-10pm Sunday 10am-9pm
310 Stillwater Road, Willernie 651-653-4733
101 hwy 96 East Dellwood 7 vinesvineyard.com 651-478-6300 info@7vinesvineyard.com
Open Every Day Hand Crafted Locally Grown Award Winning
Escape to a wine experience unlike anything you’ve seen before...
We’re brewing up a Storm in Willernie! Stop in for a ight of our House-made beers on tap this week!
Dancing Dragonfly Vineyards -
Scandia,, MN
670212
July 25 July 25
Minnesota
670996
July 12 July 14 Vineyard July 18 July 18
6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater $ #
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*Ask stores for details. Offer valid at all Kennedy Transmission, Brake & Auto Service stores. Call for appointment. Most vehicles. Filter extra if needed. Shop supplies, environmental fees & tax extra. Synthetic or special fluids are also extra. Must present coupon at time of service. Not valid with other discounts. Expires 7/31/20
FREE TRIP CHARGE
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Transmission Service & Flush
1079 W Broadway Ave, Forest Lake, MN (651) 466-2111
Complete accounting services for individuals and businesses
With repair
$89 value! • Tax Returns
Expires 7/31/20
• Tax Planning
Free Estimate • 24/7 Emergency Service Serving the St. Paul and Surrounding Area
*Servicing all brands Licensed, Bonded, Insured
TRY A KINETICO WATER SYSTEM FOR JUST $9.95 PER MONTH FOR THE FIRST
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BRAKE & AUTO SERVICE
RENTAL SPECIAL
* LIMITED TIME OFFER. Not valid with other offers. Offer valid for single family residential properties only. Some exclusions may apply. We have convenient financing options OAC. Aquarius Home Services is an Authorized, Independent Kinetico Dealer.
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• Financial Reports
651-426-5220
• Retirement Planning • Estate Planning • Business Consulting
We accept VISA and Mastercard Serving the Valley since 1984
James Honsvall
James M. Honsvall, LTD. Certified Public Accountant
Read our reviews and check out our current promotions at
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When you need us, we are here to help.
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1815 Northwestern Avenue, Stillwater, MN 55082 • 651-439-4424
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Grand Opening Week: Stop by to register for a chance to win a Grand Prize, neighborhood gift baskets, and other prizes!
$200
Open your first new America’s Best Checking account, and we’ll deposit $200.*
+ $100 BONUS will be deposited when you open a Money Market Savings account with your new checking!**
Here with you for a stronger tomorrow.
Lisa Wasson
Diane Dietsch
VP/Branch Manager
Personal Banking Officer
NMLS #1498020
NMLS #954603
Ward Greeley
Chad Lindgren
SVP/Commercial Banker President/North Central Market
19810 Headwaters Boulevard N. | Forest Lake, MN 55025 bell.bank/forest-lake-branch
**Money Market Savings account: We will deposit $100 at account opening when you open a new first-time money market savings account in addition to a new first-time personal checking account. Limit of one bonus per household and per account. This promotion is available to customers with a current grand opening promo code opening a new first-time personal checking account and new first-time money market savings accountt. New customer will receive a 1099-INT form for the $100 deposited to the new money market savings account. New customer must open the account at Bell Bank’s Forest Lake location. $50 minimum deposit to open. 27098 Member FDIC $500 minimum balance required in order to earn the annual percentage yield (APY). Effective date for 0.10% APY is June 12, 2020. Rate is variable and may change after account is opened. If fees are applied, earnings may be reduced. Offer expires August 31, 2020. Promo code: GRAND200
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*Open your new first-time Bell Bank personal checking account by August 31, 2020, and we will deposit $200 after the new account has been active 60 days with (1) 2 or more recurring direct deposits totaling $1,500 or greater, excluding transfers from another bank, and (2) 10 point-of-sale debit card transactions or a recurring automatic payment. Bonus will be deposited within 5 business days after qualifications are met. Limit of one bonus per household and per account. This promotion is available to customers with a current grand opening promo code opening a new first-time personal checking account. New customer will receive a 1099-INT form for the $200 deposited to the new account. New customer must open the account at Bell Bank’s Forest Lake location. $50 minimum deposit to open. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Promo code: GRAND200
JULY 2020
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Forest Lake American Legion ‘Celebrating our Community Heroes’
for 97 Years VIRTUAL SALUTE:
TOUR OF FREEDOM TRAIL:
ENTERTAINMENT:
To Our Community Heroes
While the regular parade is canceled for the year, we will have a twist to the reverse parade. We are encouraging residents and businesses to decorate their homes and workplaces to celebrate Fourth of July so people from and outside the community can drive by and enjoy the decorations.
Friday, July 3rd
To honor our community healthcare workers, public safety/fire/EMT officials, and all essential workers, we are asking residents and businesses to submit videos and photos thanking and supporting them, that we can post on our Facebook page. Videos and photos can be submitted to facebook.com/ ForestLake4thofJulyParade/
8 pm - Midnight Live music outside with “Six to Midnight” 8 pm - Midnight Live music inside with DJ Bugsy
Saturday, July 4th 8 pm - Midnight Live music outside with “One Bullet” 8 pm - Midnight Live music inside with DJ Bugsy
Hint: Those who decorate can submit a photo entry to our Facebook page and be eligible for a prize. Our committee may even make surprise visits!
VENDORS: Kettle Korn, Ice Cream, Mini Donuts, Mini Corn Dogs, Mexican. The Legion will also be serving food. The Bar and outside area will be set up with tables and chairs.
Be sure to visit our Facebook page for updates and surprises! facebook.com/ForestLake4thofJulyParade/ Due to COVID-19, there will be no parade, fireworks, carnival or bingo this year. We look forward to these events returning in 2021.
VFW Post 4210
Po s t 2 2 5 355 W. Broadway Forest Lake, MN. 55025 651-464-2600 Fax: 651-464-4538
Jesse Johnson 568 S Lake Street • 651-464-7227
Olson’s Sewer Service, Inc. Olson’s Excavating Service
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WISHING YOU A SAFE & HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!
Wishing you a safe and happy Independence Day!
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Around the Lakes
We are proud that for the fourth year in a row, we were awarded “Best Pet Grooming”
W
e’re Forest Lake’s original grooming shop. Operating since 1989, 31 years in Forest Lake. Our staff has increased but we’re still playing catchup like everyone else due to COVID-19. We’ll get everyone in but please be patient. Total 100% commitment to your pet from start to finish, unlike a big, box store. It’s all we do and we make your pet look and feel its best! Always have and always will! Be sure to see check out our photos on Instagram/Facebook @ petstylesgroomingmn
• Trimming • Shampoos •Ears • Nails • Grooming • Anal Glands • Dyes Voted BEST GROOMING SALON since 2015 when this category was created! From L to R: Kari, owner and groomer; Sandy, groomer; and Jackie, groomer.
Contact Pet Styles today at 651-464-6996 for all of your pet grooming needs. www.petstylesmn.com y . s b only Triment l i Na intm po p a
Award Winning Pet Grooming!
Where Quality Comes First
Come Knock on our Door!
Petstyles will continue to provide services that are safe and healthy, Our groomers will continue to wear masks Call one of our Certified and sanitize equipment between each grooming.
Master Groomers at
Visit our web site and Take a Virtual Tour!
We are Forest Mon-Sat Lake’s Original Day & Eve Grooming Salon Appts. since 1989!
143 North Lake Street, Forest Lake www.petstylesmn.com
• Rental Cars available • Free Pick Up and Delivery Shuttle within 15 miles.
24408 Greenway Ave • Forest Lake MN 651-464-6477 • www.billsautobodymn.com
MARY’S WIGS
Sat: 8am-Noon M-F: 7am-5:30 pm
Monthly Meetings? Birthday Parties? Business Lunch?
Located on Beautiful Bald Eagle Lake
• GREAT SELECTIONS OF WIGS AND WRAPS • FREE TRIMMING
WE CAN HELP! I N N & S U I T E S® BY RADISSON
651-982-9799
Meeting room available for private use
651.429.0296 OR 651.731.6894
667855
Call for Private Appointment 1954 West Broadway Avenue, Forest Lake, MN
Phone Orders
Online Store We have some items available for online orders already, and are updating it daily for your shopping. Please go to our Online Store & Phone Order page.
651-600-3769
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@ petstylesgroomingmn
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651-464-6996
• Immediate Collision Repair • Free Computerized Estimate on damage repair
Coupon codes available online! We are taking phone orders Monday Friday from 12 to 4 pm. Orders will be shipped out the next business day unless you request Curbside pick up.
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