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Stillwater Ghost Walk Stops: • St. Croix River Learn the story of Fisherman John, who used to “fish” for missing bodies in the river.

• Lowell Inn Constructed in 1927 to be the pride of Stillwater. The inn has housed celebrities from Johnny Cash to Lucille Ball.

• Austin Jenks Home One of the first homes in all the Midwest to have electricity in 1886. It is said to be haunted by steamboat captain Austin Jenks.

• Warden’s House Museum The mansion where 13 different wardens lived over six decades. Ghosts have been reported here for almost a century.

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Known as the “Birthplace of Minnesota” since the original territorial convention in 1848, the local rumor is that the residents of Stillwater were given the choice of either having the university or the prison.

They picked the prison because there were more prisoners than students at the time.

Since then, the original prison has been demolished, but the prison warden’s former mansion reportedly experiences haunted activity on occasion.

Both haunted and historic, Stillwater was seen as a prime place for a ghost tour by American Ghost Walks.

In 2010, Mike Huberty founded the company. At the time, it was called Madison Ghost Walks and was dedicated to preserving Wisconsin’s history and folklore.

Now, tours have expanded to six other states.

The ghost tour company expanded to Minnesota in 2015.

At the same time, Linda Lee, a teacher from St. Paul, saw an intriguing job post for a ghost tour guide.

“I’m passionate about history and spirituality and the paranormal and also about storytelling,” Lee said. “It felt like the job was made for me.”

“When people say they have experiences like this, I like to ask who might’ve been associated with the property where this occurred and if there was a sudden death or explosion that occurred,” Lee said.

These unresolved conflicts are what can lead to a haunting, according to Lee. Those who are interested in a ghost tour can sign up at https:// www.americanghostwalks.com/ tour/stillwater-ghost-walks

Currently, she is the regional vice president of American Ghost Walks. Lee began leading tours in Minneapolis and St. Paul, then eventually started hosting tours in Stillwater.

Stillwater’s abundance of ghost stories has attracted folks from far and wide to join Lee on one of her haunted tours.

“Stillwater is a good candidate for a ghost tour. Every town is haunted in some way, but Stillwater’s entire downtown is haunted,” Lee said. “For me, I believe not only is it haunted but it could be a parallel universe.”

Lee speculates that because the entire downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places and most properties are close to their original condition, there’s a higher chance for paranormal activity.

The tour runs from early May through Halloween. Each tour is about one to two hours long and covers several miles. It is fit for history buffs who are interested in knowing more about the town — and those who are just there for the ghost stories.

“The tours are very historical, and that’s one of the things people say in their positive reviews is that there is something for everybody,” Lee said.

“Say there’s a husband who is interested in the paranormal and a wife interested in history. You can hear about both on a tour.”

Sometimes folks have a paranormal experience of their own on the tours, occasionally catching something eerie in a picture or feeling a tap on their shoulder.

The Rivertown Art Festival will once again take over Lowell Park Saturday, Oct. 5, and Sunday, Oct. 6. The festival is one of the bigger art festivals in the Midwest. People from Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa come to visit.

“The Rivertown Fall Art Festival is a cornerstone of our community, showcasing the incredible talent of our artists and the vibrant spirit of Stillwater,” said Robin Anthony, president of the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.

“It’s an event that brings people together to celebrate art, culture and the beauty of our historic town.”

Over 190 artists will be featured, making this the largest festival in its history. Artists will showcase handcrafted specialty items such as jewelry, ceramics, photography, fiberworks, paintings, pottery and other categories.

There will be live music, roaming entertainment (such as an animated scarecrow), roaming quartets, giant bubbles and live acrylic painting.

Food trucks will be on site as well as a beer garden that will include local breweries and brews to enjoy while walking through the artists’ booths.

New this year will be Arttoberfest on Sunday.

There will be live music featuring Squeezy Wes Miller and Friends and DyVersa Co polka bands.

Also at the event will be an Artoberfest beer offering, and pretzels and nuts for sale.

Event attendees can catch the Stillwater Trolley as a shuttle to and from the event area. More information on the event can be found at the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce website.

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PUPPETS IN THE PARK HALLOWEEN HAYRIDE

When: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St. Croix Trail N., Shafer Details: Features a hayride through the park, a candy scavenger hunt, a free art activity and more. Large scale puppets and stiliters from the Heart of Beast Mask and Puppet Theater will roam the park engaging with visitors.

Contact: Franconia.org/events

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costumes will be limited to one per child.

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STILLWATER FARMERS MARKET

When: 7:30 a.m.-noon, every Saturday through Oct. 19 Where: Veterans Memorial Parking Lot, 3rd and Pine St., Stillwater Details: Local farmers market held every Saturday beginning June 8 and runs through October. The farmers market is a weekly event that brings the community together and features local fresh produce.

Contact: bfriendt@comcast.net

WELLNESS MONDAY’S

When: 6- 8 p.m. Every Monday Where: Local Luxury Medspa, Hotel Crosby, 232 Main St., N., Stillwater Details: Yoga, wine, hot tub and a certificate for a massage or facial. Grab some friends or a significant other and sign up for some relaxation Contact: 651-323-2555

TREAT YOURSELF TUESDAYS

When: 5-8 p.m. 2nd Tuesday of every month Where: Sodie’s Cigar & Pipe, 5946 N. Good Ave., Oak Park Heights Details: Ladies’ night at Sodie’s Cigar & Pipe. Each month will feature a different cigar and drink pairing. There will be alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, all designed to bring out notes in the cigar.

Contact: 651-342-0971

DEAD END HAYRIDE

When: 6:30- 10 p.m. Sundays and Mondays; 6 p.m.midnight, Fridays and Saturdays; Sept 20 through Nov. 2 Where: Pinehaven Farm, 28186 Kettle River Blvd.

N., Wyoming Details: Experience a haunted hayride, house and corn field. One of the best haunted houses in the United States.

Contact: thedeadendhayride.com.

CURRENT EVENTS HALLOWEEN COSTUME SWAP

When: 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Where: South Environmental Center, 4039 Cottage Grove Drive, Woodbury Details: Browse for free, pre-used costumes.

Donations are not required to receive a costume;

FRANCONIA 5 MINUTE FILM FESTIVAL

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St. Croix Trail N., Shafer Details: Special screening of the 2023 5 Minute Film Festival finalists. Top 15 films submitted will be screened. Bring blankets, chairs and snacks.

Contact: Franconia.org/events

RIVERTOWN FALL ART FESTIVAL

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5; 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 6 Where: Lowell Park, 201 Water St., Stillwater Details: Hosted by the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce. Over 160 artisans showcased. The event also offers a beer and wine tent, food, live music and entertainment.

Contact: 651-439-4001

FALL COLORS PADDLE & PICNIC

When: 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 Where: St. Croix Valley, Stillwater Details: Start and end at the Osceola Landing and Park. Enjoy scenic vistas, islands, fall colors and eagles. Includes breakfast. Registration required.

Contact: 651-280-7299

FRANCONIA ART & FARMERS MARKET

When: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St. Croix Trail N., Shafer Details: Over 12,000 annual visitors are able to connect with art and agriculture. Local farmers and artists come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and handmade crafts.

Contact: Franconia.org/events

COURTHOUSE BY CANDLELIGHT TOURS

When: 7-7:45 p.m., 8:30 p.m. Thursday Oct. 10; 7- 7:45 p.m., 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 West Pine St., Stillwater Details: Get into the Halloween spirit and enjoy a unique experience of walking the halls of the courthouse by candlelight. Explore areas typically closed to the public. Registration is required.

Contact: washingtoncountymn.gov/parks

HUDSON FALL CRAFT & GIFT SHOW

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12

Where: Hudson High School, 1501 Vine St. Details: Over 100 unique vendors and crafters.

There also will be a food truck on site.

Contact: www.rsgdevelopment.com

HARVEST FEST

When: 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 Where: Lowell Park, Stillwater Details: Giant pumpkin weigh off, live music, beer and wine garden, vendor market and more.

Contact: www.harvestfeststillwater.com

STILLWATER FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE

When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 Where: Stillwater Fire Department, 250 Maryknoll Drive N. Details: Firefighting demonstrations, Freckles the Fire Dog will attend, blood drive, flu and COVID vaccinations and much more.

Contact: 651-351-4963

SECOND HAND SWEDISH SALE

When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 through 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct.20 Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trail, Scandia Details: Purchase pre-owned Swedish glass, ceramics, linens, metal, jewelry and holiday items.

Contact: 651-433-5053

STILLWATER FALL CRAFT & GIFT SHOW

When: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Stillwater High School, 5701 Stillwater Blvd.

N. Details: Over 150 taltened crafters and vendors at this popular show. Food truck, coffee truck and kettle corn on site.

Contact: www.resdevelopment.com

SCANDIA-MARINE LIONS PANCAKE BREAKFAST

When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Scandia Community Center, 14727 209th St. Details: Breakfast includes sausage, eggs, fruit cup, juice and coffee. The Lions will also be collected eyeglass and sunglasses for the Lions Recycling for Sight program.

Contact: scandiamarinelions.org

FALL BONANZA

When: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26; 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 Where: M Health Fairview Center, 4125 Radio Drive, Woodbury Details: Over 120 crafts and vendors as well as Halloween fun.

Contact: www.rsgdevelopment.com

TRUNK OR TREAT

When: Saturday, Oct. 26 Where: North Lakes Academy, K-6 school, 4576 232nd St. N., Forest Lake Details: A safe family environment for trick or treaters.

Contact: northlakesacademy.org

TRICK OR TREAT ON MAINSTREET

When: 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 Where: Mainstreet, downtown Stillwater Details: Participants will be able to visit and gather candy from over 50 businesses on Mainstreet and the side streets. Costumes are encouraged.

Contact: communications@ greaterstillwaterchamber.com

Local apple orchards to visit this fall As the air becomes cooler and the days become shorter, it can only mean that fall is upon us. We have accumulated a list of local orchards that offer a variety of fall activities for you, your family and friends to enjoy this season.

PLEASANT VALLEY ORCHARD

Where: 17325 Pleasant Valley Road, Shafer Details: Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins on the weekend. The apple shed contains a variety of goods, such as caramel apples, baked goods and more.

Contact: 651-257-9159

AFTON APPLE

Where: 14421 90th St. S., Hastings Details: Enjoy a variety of familyfriendly activities. Includes a 15-acre corn maze, hayrides, a playground, petting farm and 15 varieties of pickyour-own apples, fall raspberries, several types of pumpkins and more.

Contact: 651-436-8385

BUMBLEBEE ORCHARD

Where: 13569 170th St. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Located in the heart of the St. Croix Valley. The orchard has apples, pears and pumpkins.

Contact: 651-600-2481

AAMODT’S APPLE FARM

Where: 6428 Manning Ave. N., Stillwater Details: Pick your own apples and enjoy wine tasting and wine-making tours. Activities also include a train or wagon ride through the orchard and a goat farm. Grab a goodie or two from the apple barn and bakery.

Contact: 651-439-3127

SUNNYBROOK APPLE ORCHARD

Where: 9085 Jeffrey Blvd. N., Stillwater Details: Pick a variety of apples, from Honeycrisp to SweeTango. Visitors are also able to enjoy miles of trails.

Contact: sunnybrookappleorchard. com

SUNRISE RIVER FARM

Where: 7602 Wyoming Trail, Wyoming Details: Pick your own apples, check out the farm market or take a hayride through the orchard.

Contact: 651-462-8220

APPLECREST ORCHARDS

Where: 7306 24th Ave. N., Hugo Details: Over 10 acres of land that is comprised of a variety of Minnesotagrown apples. Gift shop with local products and fresh-baked goods on the weekends.

Contact: 651-583-5209

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Practical steps to support pollinators

s the vibrant colors of summer fade and the crisp air of autumn settles in, it’s time to prepare your garden and yard for the upcoming winter months. It’s important to consider the needs of pollinators when deciding what to cut back and what to leave. Here are some practical steps to guide you through the process: 1. Cut back diseased or pest-infested plants Garden Remove diseased or Talk pest-infested Kim Ury plants, including annuals that have finished their life cycle and affected perennials, to prevent disease and pest spread.

2. Leave seed heads and stems for pollinators Consider leaving some perennials standing until spring. Plants like asters, goldenrod, and milkweed provide essential habitats for overwintering pollinators.

Leave the seed heads of plants like coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, and sunflowers intact. Many pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, rely on plant stems and seed heads for shelter and food during the winter months. Additionally, hollow or pithy stems of plants like wild bergamot, elderberry, and

Joe-Pye weed can serve as nesting sites for solitary bees. According to the Xerces Society, cut the stems to varying heights from 8”-24.”

3. Prune trees and shrubs sparingly Pruning trees and shrubs in the fall helps maintain their shape and health. However, be cautious not to over-prune, as this can stress the plants and remove potential habitats for pollinators.

Focus on removing only dead, damaged, or diseased branches to promote healthy growth while preserving habitats. Many trees and shrubs are best pruned in late winter or early spring when dormant.

4. Mulch garden beds with care Applying a layer of mulch to your garden beds provides insulation and protects plant roots from extreme temperature fluctuations.

Mulch retains moisture and suppresses weeds. Use organic mulch, such as shredded leaves, straw, or wood chips, and spread it evenly around your plants. Be mindful not to cover the base of plants too thickly, as this can create a barrier for pollinators. Also, leave some bare patches without mulch since some ground-nesting bees would have difficulty going through thick layers of mulch.

5. Prepare the lawn with pollinators in mind The U of M Extension recommends mowing the grass to a height of 3 inches and leaving

the clippings on the yard. As the clippings decompose, they will minimize runoff and improve soil quality. Aerate the lawn to improve soil drainage and reduce compaction. Use grass and clover to overseed any bare or thin areas in the lawn. The clover will attract beneficial pollinators and improve soil health by fixing nitrogen in the soil. Over 300 of Minnesota native bees are ground-nesters, so leaving a few bare patches in the lawn would be helpful to them.

6. Plan for spring with pollinators in mind As you complete your fall cleanup, take some time to plan for the next gardening season. Make notes of what worked well and what didn’t in your garden. Consider new plants or design ideas that support pollinators, such as planting native flowers and creating habitats. Proper planning ensures a successful and enjoyable gardening experience.

By following these practical steps, you can ensure that your garden and yard are well-prepared for the winter months while also supporting pollinators. Fall cleanup not only promotes the health and beauty of your yard and garden but also sets the stage for a vibrant and flourishing landscape in the spring.

Email questions to the Master Gardeners at: wcmg@umn.edu

sually, I like to keep my columns upbeat and I tend to steer away from difficult, or heavy, topics. World Mental Health Day will be on Thursday, Oct. 10. To bring awareness to the day, I wanted to write about my own mental health journey.

Growing up, I was an active kid. I spent a lot of time with friends and was always up for a new adventure. Those attributes did not change throughout elementary and middle school. It was not until I got to high school that I noticed things had dramatically shifted.

When I was a senior in high school, I noticed it felt like a heavy weight had been placed on my chest. Getting up in the morning got a little harder each passing Madeline’s day, I found myself not caring about how I did in school and Mail the activities I used to love doing Madeline Dolby became impossible to enjoy. After feeling that way for four months, I approached my parents and told them I needed to attend therapy.

I was diagnosed with severe/moderate anxiety and depression a month later. I did not know how to navigate the diagnosis. Since I was technically an adult, my treatment plan was in my hands. My parents would not know of my diagnosis unless I told them. My therapist talked about putting me on medication. I didn’t know how to respond.

Honestly, I was terrified.

Eventually, I approached my parents and told them. I continued to go to therapy. I began to take medication. I improved my grades in school, started hanging out with my friends again and began to love my hobbies. Things started looking up for me.

Things took a turn my junior year of college.

I went through a pretty tough couple of months.

I went through a humiliating breakup. My grades began to fall. I wanted to quit track. Once summer came around, I told myself that things were going to improve. I worked hard to shake off the bad habits I had picked up.

When things were improving, I got hit with a serious depressive episode at the start of my senior year.

One Friday night, my best friend and I were hanging out in my room, and I remember breaking down in front of her when she asked me if I was okay. She expressed her concerns for me and said she was taking me to my parents’ house for the weekend. We talked about what was going on while driving back. I talked about it with my parents that night. That following week, I made an appointment with a psychologist on campus.

I spent my last year of college rebuilding my mental health from the ground up. I realized that mental health is not a constant. Every day is different. I have really good days and really terrible ones.

If you, or a loved one need support, text or call 988 to connect to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline. It is open 24 hours a day, every day. They will help connect you to mental health resources in your area.

Madeline Dolby is editor of the Lowdown. She can be reached at 651-431-1226 or lowdownnews@presspubs. com.

Kim Ury is a volunteer with the UM Extension Washington County Master Gardener Volunteer Program.

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Guided bird hikes take place this fall at county parks

Washington County Parks will host two guided bird hikes this fall. Attendees will learn to identify the birds that call the St. Croix Valley home. Participants can contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys.

Upcoming hikes are from 9 -10:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month: CONTRIBUTED • Oct. 12 at Big Marine Park Multiple bird hikes Reserve, 17495 Manning Trail will take place this N., Marine on St. Croix. fall at various parks in • Nov. 9 at Lake Elmo Park Washington County.

Reserve, 1515 Keats Ave. N., Lake Elmo.

The program is open to all ages, but a parent or guardian must accompany all minors. Attendees should dress for the weather. Guided bird hikes are free with a valid Washington County Parks vehicle permit.

For more information, see WashingtonCountyMN. gov/Parks.

Washington County partners with 3 counties for resident survey

Washington County will work with Dakota, Olmsted and St. Louis counties to conduct its 2025 resident survey. The benefits of this collaboration are cost savings and the ability to compare outcomes on a national scale and locally with peer agencies.

The county periodically surveys its residents to gather information about the services it provides.

Washington County partnered with several counties in 2006, 2013, 2019 and 2022.

Manager of Brown’s Creek Watershed District reappointed

Celia Wirth, of Grant, will serve a third term as manager of the Brown’s Creek Watershed District after being reappointed by the Washington County Board of Commissioners. Her term expires Oct. 22, 2027.

and was awarded $1,500,000 for a two-year period beginning Oct. 1, 2023, through Sept. 30, 2025.

The county as contracted with community providers to utilize the funds to stabilize families in their existing homes, shorten the amount of time that families spend in emergency shelters and assist families with securing transitional or permanent affordable housing.

County recognized with award for opioid County board approves contract with case settlement planning Washington County Public management provider Health and Environment received Washington County will enter into a contract with case management provider Redeemer Services Inc., after the Washington County Board of Commissioners approved the contract.

The county provides case management services to over 1,500 children and adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. The case management for these individuals is performed by county social workers or contracted through private agencies. The contract with Redeemer Services Inc. will be until Dec. 31, 2025 and not exceed $30,000.

County Board receives additional funds for family homelessness prevention

The Washington County Board of Commissioners accepted additional grant funds for homelessness prevention for families and for securing housing for families experiences homelessness.

The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MN Housing) recently awarded Washington County an additional $116,100 in Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program funds. Washington County applied for the funds for the 2023-2025 biennium

a national award for Excellence in the Application of the Opioid Litigation Principles. The county is the first jurisdiction in Minnesota selected for this award.

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PAID LETTER Keep Judge Helen Brosnahan!

I write to express my support for Judge Helen Brosnahan, a judicial candidate in Minnesota’s Tenth Judicial District, which includes Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties. I am convinced that endorsing her candidacy is essential due to her commitment to fairness, integrity and judicial excellence.

Before becoming a judge, she was a prosecutor for 15 years, managing serious and complex criminal cases.

Judge Brosnahan has extensive experience in civil matters in state and federal courts. In her nearly 28 years of legal experience, Judge Brosnahan has been recognized by her colleagues,and the greater legal community for her excellent work.

Judge Brosnahan’s experience and proven track record render her exceptionally qualified to continue serving our community.

She has earned widespread respect and admiration from colleagues, attorneys and community members for her professionalism and capacity to deliver sound and well-reasoned judgments. Her supporters include retired Minnesota Supreme Court

Chief Justices Lorie Skjerven Gildea and Eric Magnuson and Justices Esther Tomljanovich, Barry Anderson, Paul Anderson and David Lillehaug, alongside numerous lawyers, community leaders and retired judges.

Judge Brosnahan’s dedication to our community is not limited to her work in the courtroom. Judge Brosnahan also serves on the Washington County Law Library Board and the Litigant Services Committee, expanding access to justice to unrepresented parties.

Previously, she served on an advisory committee of the Minnesota Supreme Court, where her legal experience contributed to improvements in the judicial system. Judge Brosnahan also serves as a mentor to law students, instilling the importance of integrity, diligence and compassion in the profession’s next generation.

I urge my fellow residents of the Tenth Judicial District to unite in supporting Judge Brosnahan. Our judicial system requires individuals of her caliber and integrity to oversee the administration of justice, with commitment to fairness and dedication to upholding the law. I encourage all voters to support Judge Brosnahan in this election.

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Washington County approves grant for St. Croix Bluffs Park improvements The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved $1.75 million in grant funding with the Metropolitan Council to improve the hilltop shelter area of St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park.

Significant improvements to the structure have not been made since 1996. Grant funds will be used toward improving the play structure, building a new restroom facility, making lighting improvements to the pavilion and resurfacing the tennis court. Site preparation will begin in 2024 and construction will take place in spring 2025.

St. Croix Bluff River trail stabilization set

JM Hauling LLC will complete the stabilization of the river trail at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park after the Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a $128,851 contract with the company.

The project will address erosion by stabilizing the ravine below the

park’s campground and repairing the failing culvert at the eastern end of the ravine.

Funding will come from the Watershed Based Implementation Funding grant program, which helps local governments tackle important water quality issues based on a watershed’s highest priority. The South Washington Watershed District is supporting the contract with JM Hauling by providing the grant’s required local match of up to $30,000.

Lake Elmo Park Reserve improvements planned

The Lake Elmo Park Reserve will receive a new play structure after the Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a $1.75 million grant from the Metropolitan Council.

The structure at the reserve is over 25 years old. Funds from the Metropolitan Council will be used to replace the current play structure equipment, perform site work, make parking lot upgrades and improve access to the site. Site preparation will begin in 2024, construction will take place in spring 2025.

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The Stillwater High School Class of 1979 celebrated its 45-year reunion at Applewood Hills in July.

Stillwater High School Class of 1979 raises funds Members of the Stillwater Area High School Class of 1979 raised $1,640

to support The Partnership Plan’s Mental Health Initiative at their 45th class reunion. This money will benefit students and teachers across Stillwater Area Public Schools.

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Jayden Onuonga Forest Lake Boys Soccer

Jayden Onuonga drilled nine goals and had assists on two others in the Forest Lake soccer team’s first nine matches, leading the Rangers to a 5-4 record. The junior mid-fielder is new in the lineup this season.

Onuonga had one goal as a freshman and didn’t play last year when the Rangers were 1-13-2. Before high school, he played for a premier club team in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Molly McCarthy Forest Lake Cross Country

Molly McCarthy gives the No. 2 ranked Forest Lake girls cross country team an excellent No. 3 runner behind a state champion and another all-state runner.

In the first two invitationals this year, McCarthy placed 12th in the St. Olaf Prep Showcase in 19:47, helping the Rangers place second of 21 teams and 12th in Anoka’s Steve Hoag Invitational in 19:48, helping the Rangers place first. Last season, McCarthy was 10th in the conference meet, ninth in Section 7AAA and 97th at state.

Emilio Rosario-Matias Stillwater Football

Emilio Rosario-Matias is a 5-foot-7, 200-pound dynamo in the Stillwater football backfield. In his third season, he carried 72 times for 530 yards and five touchdowns in the first three games for the Ponies (21), including a 230-yard, three touchdown game in a win over Woodbury. “Emilio loves the weight room, training, and practice,” coach Beau LeBore said. “He has great vision and the quick twitch to use it.” In his varsity debut as a freshman, Matias ran for 112 yards and two touchdows in a section finals win. He rolled up 707 yards and seven touchdowns in an 8-3 season last year.

Reese Elzen Stillwater Girls Soccer

Reese Elzen, the Stillwater soccer team’s junior goaltender, has already committed to play for the Wisconsin Badgers. Through Sept. 16, Elzen has a 0.909 save percentage, stopping 30 of 33 shots, for the Ponies (5-1-3).

Last season, she compiled a .842 save percentage and 0.96 goals-against-average. “She is very athletic, and has great distribution, as she can punt the ball 70-plus yards,” coach Mike Huber said. “She has worked so hard over the years and it shows by how she has developed.”

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longer than you had planned. A study published in the journal Social Science and Medicine (SSM) - Population Health found that postponed retirement is beneficial to cognitive function for all genders, races/ethnicities, educational levels and professional status. The

study reported that individuals who waited until age 67 to retire experienced less cognitive decline than those who retired prior to turning 67.

• Make exercise part of your retirement routine. A lack of structure may seem enticing to

individuals who have spent decades working. However, many retirees find that little structure loses it appeal quickly after calling it quits. When creating a new routine in retirement, include regular exercise. According to the Mayo Clinic, studies indicate that people who are physically active are less likely to experience a decline in their mental function. So daily exercise not only gives retirees something to do, but also benefits their brains.

• Enroll in an adult education course. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Neurology examined the association between lifetime intellectual enrichment and cognitive decline in the older population. The study’s authors found that higher levels of late-life cognitive activity were associated with higher levels of cognition. The study’s authors concluded that lifetime intellectual enrichment might delay the onset of cognitive impairment. Retirees can look into adult learning programs at local colleges and universities to see if anything piques their interest.

Retirement can be everything professionals hope it will be, especially for those who make a concerted effort to maintain optimal cognitive function after they call it a career.

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Researchers have long since recognized that certain cognitive abilities begin to decline with advanced age, even among elderly individuals who are healthy. However, despite that decline, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that dementias like Alzheimer’s disease are not an inevitable part of aging. In fact, the CDC estimates that as many as 40 percent of dementia cases may be prevented or delayed. In addition, the CDC reports that it’s not uncommon for routine memory, skills and knowledge to stabilize or even improve as the brain ages.

That’s good news for retirees who want to spend their post-work life pursuing their passions and hobbies.

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Oktoberfest beer tasting at Hay Lake School Museum

The Washington County Historical Society will host the 17th annual Hay Lake Beer Tasting Fundraiser and Silent Auction from 4-7 p.m.

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The Hay Lake School Museum and Johannes Erickson Log House Museum are located at 14020 195th St. N., Marine on St. Croix. Participants must be 21 years or older. Proceeds from the event benefit the Washington County Historical Society.

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The Zephyr Theatre, and Wahoo, will put on haunted history trolley tours throughout the month of October. Attendees will board a trolley and travel throughout Stillwater, learning about its haunted past. These stories will be told by actors wandering the aisles.

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The Washington County Historical Society will host a program featuring Minnesota’s first female lieutenant governor, Madeline Johnson, at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Washington County Heritage Center.

The evening will include a conversational interview that highlights Johnson’s career and celebrate the launch of her new book, “Rise to the Challenge: A Memoir of Politics, Leadership & Love.” Books will be available for purchase at the event.

The program is free to the public. Reservations are required. Visit wchsmn.org/event/marlene to reserve your spot. For questions, contact Washington County Heritage Center Site Manager Emily Krawczewski at emily.krawczewski@ wchsmn.org or 651-439-2298.

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Experience forest bathing this October in Lake Elmo

Washington County Parks will feature a forest bathing session from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Lake Elmo Park Reserve.

Experience an ancient wellness practice that is being rediscovered. Join the group of an immersive, meditative and awe-inspiring Japanese forest bathing experience, Shinrin-Yoku. The practice encourages people to simply spend time in nature.

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As a young couple hoping to start a family in Lincoln, Nebraska, Karl and Angel Gutha never imagined themselves moving to the St. Croix Valley and founding a small business.

But plans change.

In March 2017, alongside their five adopted children, the Guthas opened the doors to Marine & Auto Custom Interiors on Highway 8 in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. It was but another milepost on a journey for which there is no map. Still, they have trusted their hearts as one would a compass.

“We don’t have any biological children of our own,” Angel Gutha begins by way of explanation. “That was kind of the plan. But I’m a child of adoption, and my husband was in the foster system growing up.

We felt like it was being put on our hearts to do something more with our lives than what we were doing.”

They decided to help other families as foster parents.

“The goal was never really to adopt,” she said. “Our goal was just to come alongside other families and help. But one of the first things they ask you is whether you would consider adoption. Again, it was put on our hearts that we need to be completely open.”

When the Guthas got their first call to foster two children, the agent told them it would be an easy placement. The kids had been visiting their parents in anticipation of returning home.

Again, plans change.

“That wasn’t what ended up happening,” said Gutha.

The visits started to decrease as the children’s biological mother failed to step in as she was supposed to.

“We went on that journey with them, and it was sad and scary,” said Gutha. “Slowly, the permanency goal was no longer reunification, it was adoption.”

But complicating that goal was that the children had three siblings in a different foster care home. On a home visit, a social worker told the Guthas she was

struggling to find a home for all five kids.

“I remember sitting at the kitchen table,” Gutha recalled.

“We said we’d consider it and this woman almost fell off her chair.

She was beaming and asked if we were serious. Then she got the ball rolling.”

‘Even if we’re sewing a seat cushion, it’s that follow-through.

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Angel Gutha Co-owner of Marine & Auto Custom Interiors The Guthas signed the adoption papers on National Adoption Day, the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

“We wanted it to be a celebration,” Gutha explained.

“Yes, it’s the end of one chapter.

But it’s the beginning of another one, and they would have more opportunities.”

And again, the plan changed.

After long discussions with the children’s social worker and guardian ad litem, the Guthas decided that the best way to offer those opportunities was to move and offer the kids a fresh start.

“We didn’t have a lot of money to move, with five kids,” said Gutha. “So, we said, ‘OK, we’ll figure this out together,’ and we made the kids part of the process.”

Gutha and the older kids delivered newspapers for nine months, saving money as they went.

“Along the way, everything became a teaching moment,” she said. “When we came up here and went house shopping, we brought the kids. They were part of it.”

“Making them part of the process has really bonded us together,” she added. “We had to work hard for that bond with the older ones.”

Once the move was complete in August 2016, many families would have called their work done. But Angel and Karl knew they weren’t finished.

“We knew there was one more thing we needed to do for these

kids,” Gutha said. “And that was to secure a future for them.

Open a business. Teach them the business. Teach them work ethic, how to be part of a community and give back.”

They opened a workshop in Karl’s area of expertise, offering repairs and custom work for boats and cars — anything from upholstering to installing remote start systems.

“Karl has been doing this stuff since we were kids,” said Gutha.

“It’s what he learned to do and he’s good at it. And there are many different aspects of the business that could appeal to all of our kids: electrical work, sewing, administrative work.”

She said the aim is to save customers a trip to the city while offering prices as accessible for the single mom with two kids as the retired couple living on Deer Lake.

“For a single mom who musters all her cash for a remote start to keep her kids warm in the winter, if something goes wrong, she can come in here, we’ll fix it and she’s done,” Gutha said. “And we’re going as local as possible. Our embroidery and raw materials come from this community. Any time we can support other local businesses with our business, that’s so important to us.”

And, said Gutha, those business principles double as lessons for their children.

“Having the business has helped the kids gain confidence,” she explained. “They can be confident that they know what they’re talking about. They can be secure in that their mom and dad got a good job and when we tell people this is what we can do, we do it. Even if we’re sewing a seat cushion, it’s that followthrough. They see that.”

She added: “Yes, our business is a way to put food on the table, but there is a larger purpose.”

Marine & Auto Custom Interiors is located at 1310 200th St., St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.

To make an appointment, call 715-629-1027 or go to marineandautointeriors.com.

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12 – 3p 3 – 6p 6:30 - 8p

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5:30 – 8:30p 6p – 8p 6p – 8p 6p -9p 12 - 1p 3 - 6p 11a – 3p 3 -5p 6:30 - 8p 6 - 8p 5:30 – 8:30p 4 - 7p 6p – 8p 6p – 9p 6p- 9p 1 - 1p 2 – 5p 11a – 3p 6:30 - 8p 5:30 – 8:30p 6p – 8p 6p – 9p 6p – 9p

• ST. CROIX RIVER VIEWS FROM PATIOS • WEEKLY EVENTS AND LIVE MUSIC • CRAFT BEER AND HARD SELTZERS • N/A OPTIONS • FAMILY FRIENDLY! • FOOD TRUCK AND PIZZA KIOSK

7 Vines Vineyard

“A premier destination for all good things” 101 hwy 96 East Dellwood 7 vinesvineyard.com 651-478-6300 info@7vinesvineyard.com

10a - 8p 11a – 3p 6:30 - 8p

Dancing Dragonfly Winery Belle Ame Vineyard Rustic Roots Winery Rustic Roots Winery 5:30 - 6:30p Rustic Roots Winery 6 - 8p Rustic Roots Winery 11a – 3p Belle Ame Vineyard

*Note: Events are subject to change or be cancelled. Please call or visit the websites or Facebook pages for the most up-to-date information.

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We invite you to take in our beautiful views of the St. Croix River Valley while you enjoy one of our award-winning wines, wine slushies, hard cider and Uncommon Loon craft beer.

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6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater Since 1992 • 651-430-3310 Open 7 Days a Week 10-6

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1320 COUNTY RD. D. CIRCLE, MAPLEWOOD

225 MAIN ST N STILLWATER, MN 55082