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Voters renew existing levy, nix additional questions BY MATT VAUGHN CONTRIBUTING WRITER

CIRCLE PINES — Centennial School District voters gave a thumbs up to continuing the current operating levy for the school district but nixed two other ballot questions. Question 1, which entailed extending the existing levy, passed with just over 60 percent of the vote (3,524 votes). The levy will cost the owner of a median-valued $250,000 home $95.57 annually. It generates $1.1 million in operation revenue and is intended primarily to maintain staffing and class sizes. Voters were not willing to add to what they pay already and denied Question 2: 58.4 percent (3,391) of voters cast a “no” vote. The second ques-

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Centennial School District administration and Minnesota Commissioner of Education Brenda Cassellius meet to celebrate Centennial’s Reward Schools and brainstorm how to keep the momentum going. Left to right: Suzy Guthmueller, board member, Brian Dietz, superintendent; Cassellius; Kathy Kaiser, principal; and Scott Johnson, executive director of teaching and learning.

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CIRCLE PINES —Minnesota Commissioner of Education Brenda Cassellius applauded Centennial Elementary and Golden Lake Elementary schools with a visit Nov. 9. The two schools are the district’s only Title I qualifying schools, and both have received Title I Reward sta-

tus for four years in a row. To qualify for Title I assistance, a school must have 40 percent or more of its students qualify for free or reduced lunch. Title I assistance brings in more money to fund more educational opportunities for students. To qualify for Title I Reward status a school must be in the top 15 percent of all Title I schools in the state, based on the Multiple Measurements Rating

(MMR), noted Josh Collins, director of communications for the Minnesota Department of Education. The MMR measures schools based on three criteria: MCA scores from third- to fifthgrade students, growth of students compared to previous MCA tests, and reduction in the achievement between

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Volunteer drivers assist in growing need for transportation BY JOLENE FRID CONTRIBUTING WRITER

LINO LAKES — Anoka County MedLink is making a difference in the lives of seniors and others who are unable to drive. The program is available to seniors 60 and older, veterans and clients of Anoka County. Volunteer drivers pick up passengers at their homes, bring them to medical and social service appointments and return passengers to their homes. Laura Louis, a Lino Lakes resident who grew up here in the 1960s, learned about the

service at an expo and signed up immediately as a volunteer. She was used to bringing her father to his appointments when he became unable to drive, and understood the larger need for the service as a result. “Anoka County has some excellent volunteer programs,” she said. Among them are R.S.V.P, also known as Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, a program that includes senior companionship, tutoring adult learners, filling grocery orders JOLENE FRID | SUBMITTED online and more. Lino Lakes native Laura Louis, volunteer driver for Anoka SEE VOLUNTEER, PAGE 11

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LINO LAKES — City floodplain maps used to determine whether property owners need flood insurance have entered the 21st century. The Lino Lakes City Council held the first reading of Ordinance No. 10-15 Nov. 9 adopting changes to the floodplain management section of city code. The Federal Emergency Management Administration requires that the city adopt the ordinance by

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A moment in history: Reverend Joseph Goiffon, part 4

Continued from Nov. 3 Quad Community Press We left Reverend Joseph Goiffon, Pastor of St. Genevieve church in Centerville from 1861 – 1891, poised to join his Metis parishioners on the hunt for food and supplies before once again trekking to St. Paul. His autobiography continues by relating his expe-

riences of a buffalo hunt: Only those who have seen an Army in movement can form but a small idea of the curious aspect, one might say, marvelous, presented by three or four little villages advancing leisurely, with all its inhabitants, on 1500 or 2000 carts, all covered differently. The group advanced in rows along the prairie, stretching miles in either direction for six hours until the signal for a noon meal was given. The parade then continued on until early evening. The wagons circled to protect the animals during the night, a meal cooked, and rest taken. This pattern repeated daily until “someone discovers a band of buffalo, which, in my time, 1860, had already become rare,” according to Goiffon. Goiffon said the buffalo had taken to hiding for their lives, so after two weeks of travel, someone finally spotted a small herd in the distance.

The hunters mounted their best running horses, “carrying a little whip, with a short handle, loaded with shot and two feet long, attached to their right wrist.” The Metis rode with “two little stirrups” which hung from “two little cushions” that served as a saddle. With a flint-lock rifle, powder horn around their neck, and a few extra balls of lead in their mouths, the hunters advanced. The chief has them all form a line, as close as possible to one another. When all are placed, the chief taps his hands gently, on[e], two, three; the third tap given, all the hunters, to the number of 6[00], 7[00], or 800, start like lightening, all their horses going like mad, and fall upon these poor buffalo before they realize their danger. One hears nothing but gunshots … of all whom I know, nither [sic] whites nor even the Sioux, could accomplish what our Metis of the Red River, mounted on their

best horses … firing, killing, charging, firing, killing, and continuing as long as remain one good animal to kill. That only lasts four or five minutes, though. Returning to butcher the animals on site, the hunters deliver the meat to the women, who cut it in strips and hang it to dry in the sun. This done, they “extract the grease of the marrow which is the best grease that one can find,” according to Goiffon. The tribe continues this order of business until their carts are heavy with food for the winter, at which point they begin the process of making “torreau,” a grilled, pulverized meat mixed with hot grease and left to dry in sacks made of buffalo hide. The first class torreau tasted good enough, but one had to be well accustomed to misery to be able, without vomiting, to swallow the common taurreau [sic] made with its fat like candle grease, however one becomes

accustomed to anything. In previous articles, Goiffon referenced making “Rababou,” which is torreau dissolved in a pot over the stove, mixed with a little flour. This, however, made a “sort of mortar” which still sounds less than appealing to the modern mind. Goiffon goes on to describe peaceful interactions with the Dakota Sioux, who until that time, had been at war with the Metis. He returned north, lost his leg in that fateful blizzard, and having been fitted with a wooden one, dodged death to take charge of the parishes of Little Canada and Centerville, the last Sunday of September, 1861.

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Former sergeants Patrick Aldrich and Russell Blanck are sworn in as lieutenants at the Centennial Lakes Joint Police Governing Board Meeting Nov. 9. Left to right: Mark Kurth, Lexington mayor; Tom Wilharber, Centerville mayor; Aldrich; Blanck; James Coan, CLPD police chief; Ben Fehrenbacher, board chair and Centerville councilman; and Dave Bartholomay, Circle Pines mayor.

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From one captain to two lieutenants. The Centennial Lakes Police Governing Board swore in two new lieutenants Nov. 9, Patrick Aldrich and Russell Blanck. Aldrich and Blanck had been serving as sergeants. When police Captain Ron Nelson recently retired, Chief Jim Coan decided to promote the two to lieutenants. The change in ranking structure is similar to a structure Coan oversaw as chief of the Whitewater (Wisconsin) Police Department. Aldrich will be serving in an operational and patrol role and Blanck will be acting in an administrative capacity. “The two lieutenants will replace the need for the former captain’s

position and an administrative sergeant,” said Coan in a statement. “I am confident both Lt. Blanck and Lt. Aldrich will serve as distinct assets to our department in their new positions. They each possess certain skills, abilities, experience and credentials that will enhance our administrative and operational capabilities. Both of these individuals have extensive supervisory experience and training and both hold advanced academic degrees.” Centennial Lakes still has five supervisory police – the structure changed from one chief, one captain and three sergeants to one chief, two lieutenants and two sergeants. The department is in the process of promoting one of its officers to sergeant. The department has 16 full-time officers and

one part-time officer. Coan said he was pleased to be able to promote leadership within the department and did not need to hire any new personnel with the new structure. “One of the greatest strengths of any organization, and particularly a law enforcement agency, is the quality its leadership,” he said in a statement. “Our department supervisors are very professional, highly trained and educated, and are very committed to our communities and to the law enforcement profession. I believe these promotions will ensure quality leadership at the operational and administrative levels both now and well into the future.”

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FEMA FLOOD MAP: Determining flood risk FROM PAGE 1

FIND YOUR PARCEL Visit https://msc.fema.gov/portal and type your address in the search box, which will bring up a location map. Then click on the “view map” button. By using your cursor and the “zoom in” button, you can view your property in detail. You can also download and save the map.

that could be free … or very expensive, depending on the circumstances. In any event, the maps belong to FEMA, Community Development If a homeowner believes their property is Director Mike Grochala said. With the incorrectly included in a special flood hazard area, new maps, requesting an amendment can be as simple as providing FEMA they may submit an application to FEMA for a a map via an “out as shown” letter. formal determination of the property’s location An “out as shown” letter simply states and/or elevation. Details of how to go about that the structures are shown outside disputing a determination are provided under the FEMA’s mapped flood limits. The map, “MSC how-to” drop-down menu on its website which city staff can help produce, Additional help (https://msc.fema.gov/portal). should display any structures on the is available at Lino Lakes City Hall. property in relation to the FEMA map background. “We’ll work with the residents and provide as much infor… or be insured.” mation as we can,” he said. Residents who have questions may call “Property owners who had LOMA’s City Engineer Diane Hankee at 651-982[letter of map amendment] approved 2430 or City Planner Katie Larsen at prior to the new map, almost all of 651-982-2426. those were accepted and are still in effect,” Grochala noted. “What it really means to the residents,” Thompson said, “[is] if we don’t adopt a new ordinance we’re no longer a part of the national flood insurance program. Therefore residents that do have floodplain on their property FROM PAGE 1 would no longer be able to purchase [the insurance] influencing the budget. tion directly built off of If either of the two questhe operational revenue tions did not pass, there generated by the first was a possibility for question. If passed, it budget cuts and cuts to would have added $3.2 staff. While district ofmillion in operational ficials said the passage revenue. As with Quesof Question 1 was more tion 1, it was intended to crucial as it related to maintain staffing and budget cuts, the failure class sizes. Question 2 also aimed to add STEM of Question 2 does raise the question of what (science, technology, effect this outcome will engineering, and math) have on the budget. curriculum. The school district Voters also defeated has yet to comment on Question 3: 60.9 perwhether any changes cent (3,526) of voters will be made. declined to support the The district serves measure. Question 3 over 32,000 residents was a $1.8 million/year in the communities capital levy and was of Blaine, Centerville, intended to upgrade Circle Pines, Lexington existing technology and Lino Lakes. while also adding more tablets and Chromebooks to classrooms. OFFICIAL RESULTS If both Questions 2 Question 1: and 3 had passed, the YES – 3,524 (60.5%) owner of a median-valNo – 2,298 (39.5%) SARA MARIE MOORE | QUAD COMMUNITY PRESS ued $250,000 home Question 2: Minnesota Commissioner of Education Brenda Cassellius, right, dances the hokey would have seen an Yes – 2,411 (41.6%) pokey with first-graders at Centennial Elementary while visiting the school to additional $503 annualNO – 3,391 (58.4%) congratulate it on its fourth consecutive year of being a Title I Reward School. ly in property taxes. Question 3: Before the vote, school one assessments help her teachers Yes – 2,267 (39.1%) cellence around Minnesota but we district officials indicatkeep up on which students need NO – 3,526 (60.9%) need a whole system of excellence,” ed that both Questions more help in which areas. She she said. “It is affirmed by all these 1 and 2 played a role in also said parent and community visits that it is about the people.” engagement helps their students. Perhaps a student said it best: “I like this school a lot because “Our parents are amazing,” she all of the teachers make learning said. “I think [the community’s] a blast and they are always giving intentions are outstanding.” Centennial holds Title I family “nights” us new ways to solve problems,” Journey Becker, fifth-grader at during the day as well, so parents Centennial Elementary, wrote in who work nights can be involved. There was a 98.5 percent turnout for an essay. “They give us trick quesparent-teacher conferences this fall. tions that get our brain moving and they make us work hard. But “Congratulations on creating a normally if schools make you work great place for children to thrive,” hard it’s not fun. But at our school said Cassellius, who has visited it is a blast. All of the kids are fun many of the 44 fourth- and fifthand nice because of the teachers. year Title I Reward schools. Best school ever!” “Right now we have silos of ex-

Dec. 16 if Lino Lakes opts to continue to participate in the national flood insurance program. The code update was presented by Katy Thompson, city surface water engineer, on Nov. 2 at a council workshop and again at the council’s Nov. 9 meeting. Thompson said the floodplain maps, first generated in the early 1970s to the late 1980s, are now doing a better job of defining the flood risk areas. “When people go to buy property, title companies and lenders tend to look at these maps to determine whether or not you’re in or out of the floodplain and whether or not you need to purchase flood insurance,” she said. The new ordinance defines three districts: floodway, floodplain and flood fringe. “Lino’s fortunate at this point,” Thompson said. “There is no floodway, but if there were ever to be, we have to have that in the ordinance.” The maps of yesteryear showed little detail and often made it difficult for property owners to locate their homes and businesses. If you look at the maps, she said, “it’s just a great blob, it’s hard to tell where you are. “If you happen[ed] to be on the border of Centerville and Lino Lakes,

you[‘d] have to look at two different panels, which is just annoying.” Moreover, the early maps were generated by different entities across the nation using inconsistent methods to define flood risk zones. FEMA began working in 2001 in an effort to standardize the maps, which are now presented by county — not by city — in digital format on the FEMA website. The new maps can be searched by address and are more legible and easy to understand for someone who doesn’t look at such maps every day, Thompson said. A few changes have been made. Some flood elevations are slightly higher than shown on the old maps and some are lower. New developments are now shown. It’s not possible, Thompson said, to sum up the overall differences between the city’s old and new floodplain maps. “It’s not that there’s a simple analysis, an apple-to-apple comparison; basically, we have better detailed information,” she said. But even that information can be incorrect, and residents do have some recourse through FEMA if they believe their property is shown within a flood risk area in error (see sidebar). They can contest the mapping, an exercise

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majority and minority groups. “Overall, 40 percent of schools in the state receive Title I,” said Collins. Seventy-seven percent of elementary schools qualify as Title I schools. The state has only 30 Title I qualified schools which have reached reward status for four years in a row and 14 which have reached fifth-year status. “To do it four or five times in a row, there is something remarkable going on,” said Cassellius. Centennial School District administration and teachers noted in a meeting with Cassellius that the teamwork in their school and the culture of the building has given them a boost. “That’s the first thing everybody says,” said Cassellius, noting that relationships are more impactful than programs. Specifically, Centennial Elementary Principal Kathy Kaiser said every class has a morning meeting. She noted teachers take time to build relationships with their students. “Sometime during the day, they connect with students personally,” she said. Cassellius also asked the teachers in the meeting how long they had been teaching at their school. The combined years of service from several teachers would add up to an entire lifetime. Cassellius shared that other Title I Reward status schools also have “consistency of highly competent staff.” Kaiser also noted that one-on-

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remember teachers always asked, “What do you want to do when you grow up?” When I was a child I wanted to be a writer. But somewhere along the way between childhood and adulthood I decided that it would be a nice hobby or side job, but not something to realistically consider as a career. So I floated – I planned on studying science in college, but was torn between science and language. I decided to study linguistics, the scientific study of language. I ended up being a teacher – the one thing I knew I didn’t want to be when the teachers always asked, “What do you want to do when you grow Story up?” I did enjoy tutoring in literacy and teaching phonics. I was Chaser using my study of phonetics and Sara Marie Moore the science of language learning. But it wasn’t what I wanted to do when I grew up. Four years later, I discovered journalism. I had moved to the oil boom town of Williston, North Dakota for the same reason many others did – to find a new life. I started out in the advertising department at the Williston Daily Herald newspaper, but I was always watching the reporters in the newsroom. Why had I dismissed journalism in my career considerations? The pretentious and overblown journalists I saw on TV and in big name magazines were what I associated with journalism. But what I saw these journalists doing was something different – they were writing down-to-earth stories on everyday people. Non-fiction writing was in my bones. I scoured the newspaper. I noticed there was no food column in the Williston Herald. I proposed to write one and the editor happily agreed. I made myself into a foodie so I could write. Then I started moving beyond my recipes to finding local food stories. I determined that my linguistics degree, in which I had studied communication, advanced grammar and the social impact of language, had prepared me to be a journalist. What two items were always by my side anyway? A notebook and a camera. It was meant to be. When two reporters resigned at the same time, I made my move. I asked to move into the newsroom. The editor sent me out on more assignments and then agreed – I could be a journalist. When I interviewed people and covered events and meetings, I discovered my main goal as a journalist is to help people to see the significance of the stories in their lives. I have moved back home to Minnesota and am your new reporter for the Quad Community Press and the Shoreview Press. Last Friday my husband took me on a date to his high school – Centennial. He had read in the newspaper about “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” to be performed there, thanks to a news reporter – me! At the end of the show each of the characters gave a line about what happened to them in the future. One became a scientist. One wrote a book. One became a radio journalist. It reminded me of when I won a spelling bee in fourth grade. If I could go back in time and announce what would become of me as I stood on the winning spelling bee podium, this is what I would say: “Sara took her love of words and studied the science of language: morphology, phonology, syntax and sociolinguistics. She eventually became a newspaper writer and uses spellcheck every day.” I look forward to hearing your story. Sara Marie Moore is writer/reporter for the Quad Community Press and the Shoreview Press.

Creating a comfortable home, the right way

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the outer shell? Besides being unattractive, you would be cold. The rip would prevent the insulation from working correctly. That is why all new homes built in Minnesota have to be tested at completion to ensure that insulation and air sealing meet minimum standards to promote energy savings and comfort. Whether you are buying and installing insulation yourself or hiring a contractor to do it, ensure you get the best outcome for your money with the following step - hire a certified BPI (Building Performance Institute) or RESNET (Residential Energy Services Network) energy professional before you begin the work. Have the Pro perform an energy audit with a blower door test and infrared camera. These two pieces of equipment will identify insulation problems and air gaps. After the evaluation, the energy pro will provide photographs and suggestions for improvement tailored specifically to the needs of your home. Use these to guide your own work, or provide them to a contractor so he better understands your home’s problem areas. This way you will get results tailored to your home’s needs rather than the typical “one-size-fits-all” insulation approach. As soon as the job is complete, have the pro “re-test” your home. This will ensure the insulation and air sealing were done correctly. The Pro will also test your home’s

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It’s in your court: What is trespassing?

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ith the arrival of fall in Minnesota, thousands of hunters will be heading out into the forests, fields and swamps, hunting the often-evasive deer and waterfowl. These hunters will see many signs posted warning them “NO TRESPASSING.” You may wonder whether all landowners, or state and regional parks, have the right to exclude hunters, ATV riders and hikers. Criminal trespassing may generally be defined as entering or occupying a building or land without a claim of right or the consent of the owner. See Minn. Stat. § 609.605. Most trespass violations are misdemeanors punishable by a maximum sentence of 90 days in jail, a $1000 fine, or both. However, it is a gross misdemeanor (maximum sentence of 365 days in jail, a $3,000 fi ne, or both) to enter a battered women’s shelter or housing facility and refuse to depart when requested. The basic elements of the crime of trespass that must be proven by a prosecutor are these: 1. The person intentionally trespassed upon the premises of another. 2. The person refused to depart from the premises upon the demand of the lawful possessor. 3. The person acted without claim of right. Minnesota law requires the

following for posted signs: 1. Building: A sign at least 8-1/2 inches by 11 inches that carries a general notice warning against trespass and is conspicuously placed on the exterior of the building, or within the property on which the building is located. 2. Construction site: A sign at least 8-1/2 inches by 11 inches Movers and that carries a general notice warning Shakers against trespass and is conspicuously placed Steve Halsey on the exterior of the building that is under construction, alteration, or repair, or within the area being protected. The number of signs posted depends on the acreage of the area being protected. 3. Agricultural land: A sign at least 11 inches square conspicuously placed at each roadway entry to the premises. The sign must provide notice of a biosecurity area and wording such as: “Biosecurity measures are in force. No entrance beyond this point without authorization.” The sign may also contain a telephone number or a location for obtaining authorization. 4. Private or public land (to prohibit outdoor recreation, such as hunting): A sign displaying letters at least two inches high stating “no trespassing”

or similar terms. The sign must be signed by the owner, occupant, or lessee of the private land, or the authorized manager of the public land; alternatively, the sign may include the name and telephone number of that person. The sign must be placed at specific distance intervals or at certain spots on the land. There is a particular statute prohibiting trespass on school property. It is a crime for a person to enter or be found in an elementary, middle, or secondary school building unless the person: (1) is a student, a parent or guardian of a student, or an employee; (2) has permission; (3) is attending a school event, class, or meeting to which the person, public, or a student’s family is invited; or (4) has reported their presence as required for visitors. A person (including an expelled student) who has been told by a principal to leave and not return cannot return to the school’s property for a year, unless given permission to return by the principal. Most of the cases of trespass that judges see in court involve people who have been told by the owner that they may not be in a store (usually because of shoplifting) or in an apartment building or house for a certain period of time (often a year) but who then enters that premises anyway. Convictions usually involve

a small fi ne, suspended jail time, and an order not to go on the premises for another year. Specific laws govern trespass and hunting on private lands. These laws, while similar to laws discussed above, do have their differences. State-owned lands also have their own regulations related to hunting. While much of state-owned land is open to hunting during established seasons, restrictions, like posted signs prohibiting entry, exist. Violating entry restrictions on private and public lands subjects a person to civil and criminal penalties, along with license revocation. Fines can be up to $3,000. For more information, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources produces a handbook that outlines regulations about hunting on private and public lands. It’s a resource every hunter should read. In summary, when hunting in Minnesota, be very careful about only hunting with the consent of the landowner and not on state land where prohibited. Submitted by Judge Steve Halsey, Wright County District Court, chambered in Buffalo, with the assistance of his law clerk, Joe Cooch. Judge Halsey is the host of “The District Court Show” on local cable TV public access channels throughout the Tenth Judicial District.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Disappointed with levy results As a parent of two young children in the Centennial School District, the levy results were disappointing. Question 2 for the programming levy would have meant that residents had finally taken seriously what the district needs to put us at a similar level as districts like Mounds View and Mahtomedi. But that’s not why I am writing this letter. What caused me extreme disappointment was to see that 39 percent of people voted no on the tax-neutral levy, Question 1. Almost 40 percent of our community sent the message that they do not value even maintaining the level of public schools in our community. I consider myself fiscally conservative and can identify with many of the concerns about mismanagement in public education. You may also agree that the teacher’s union has too much power or there is too much waste in public schools, but a district levy request is not the place to voice this opinion. Why? The system is not created by school districts. The system school districts operate in was created at the state and federal level.

If you want change, vote for a different legislator, governor or president. That’s where the educational system dysfunction can be solved. Districts ask for levy dollars as a direct result of legislation and a byproduct of the system’s shortcomings. An example of this is unfunded mandates. By not supporting districts, you are impacting your local students directly, reducing their opportunities to learn and excel. Local elections are your opportunity to enact positive change in your community and improve your quality of life. Vote for fiscally minded people for state and federal offices who give more control to our local governments so decisions can be made on how we want to spend our money to improve our communities. To the 39 percent who voted “no” on Question 1, next time you feel like complaining about “kids today,” ask yourself, “What am I doing to help our kids today?” Local elections are your chance to make your own community better and education is the foundation that as a community we can all build upon. Jeremy Stimpson Lino Lakes

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Blaine history documenting with ACHS Blaine residents will have a chance to have their family photos and documents digitally scanned while learning about the history of Blaine from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 at Northtown Library. The Anoka County Historical Society and Anoka County Library invite community members to bring two-dimensional materials, such as photos and land deeds from their families, to be scanned. Residents will return home with a digital copy of their items, and all materials will then be added to the collections of the ACHS in order to better preserve the history of our communities. The ACHS is especially interested in preserving documents detailing life during the suburbanization of the county between 1930 and 1970. These items will be taken into consideration during the upcoming extensive remodel of the exhibit hall at the museum and the creation of other educational materials. In addition to the scanning opportunity, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. the ACHS will present a program on the history of Blaine. Both the digitization

and educational programs are free, but seating and scanning time may be limited. For more information on available programs and activities, please visit AnokaCountyHistory.org. Light up Lino Lakes Enter the third annual holiday lights and display competition! All Lino Lakes residents and businesses are eligible to participate in this community wide contest. Displays must be complete by Thursday, Dec. 10, and judging will take place the following week. Categories are: best street or road, best individual house, best business, best LED/environmentally friendly house, best moving display and best blow-up display. Winners will be notified by email on Dec. 18. The prize is a decorative sign for display announcing the winner’s victory. To enter, email Brian Hronski (Brian.hronski@ci.lino-lakes. mn.us) with street address, phone number and category (or categories) entered. Letters from Santa Is there someone in your household who would like to hear from Santa? Let the folks at Lino Lakes City Hall know

and they’ll help. Complete a “Letters from Santa” form for each person who would like to receive a letter and return it (with $1 per letter) to: Lino Lakes Parks & Recreation Department, Attn: Santa Letters, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, MN 55014. Download “Letters from Santa” forms from the city website, www. ci.lino-lakes.mn.us. Forms must be returned by Dec. 16. Driver and Vehicle Services toy drive The Circle Pines Driver and Vehicle Services is partnering with the Minnesota Trucking Association (MTA) to seek donations for the annual Trucks and Toys campaign. Donated toys will be delivered to over 2,000 children who may not otherwise receive a gift. New, nonviolent and unwrapped toys can be dropped off through the month of November at Driver and Vehicle Services in Circle Pines, 9201 Lexington Ave. NE. For more information contact the MTA at 651-646-7351 or mta@mntruck.org. Toys for Joy Donations for the annual Toys for Joy campaign are now

being accepted by the city of Circle Pines and Centennial Utilities. New, unwrapped toys for all ages may be dropped off at 200 Civic Heights Circle between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Gifts for teenagers are especially needed. For more information contact Theresa at 763-231-2614. Blaine Menards toy drive Menards in Blaine will be collecting toys for low-income children in the community through mid-December, with the goal to put smiles on their faces during the Christmas season. New and unwrapped toys may be donated at the exit door. For more information contact Blaine Menards general manager Mike Jenkins at 763-795-2080. Clothing drive for senior citizens Granny’s Closet will collect clothing and household donations for Anoka County senior citizens at the Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes city halls from Thanksgiving through Christmas. Items needed include new clothing of all sizes and colors, toiletries, paper products, laundry deter-

gent, bedding and towels. Granny’s Closet is also looking for volunteers to “adopt” a senior citizen and fulfill a specific gift request by being a “Christmas Angel.” Granny’s Closet hopes to fulfill 400-500 gift requests this holiday season. Gifts typically cost around $25 and are collected at the Anoka Armory on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. For more information or to become a “Christmas Angel,” visit grannyscloset.org or contact Jennifer Stern at 763-639-0321. Donate food, toys at license and passport centers Anoka County license and passport centers are conducting a nonperishable food drive and toy collection to kick off the holiday season. Food will be distributed to food shelves located in the communities in which the license and passport centers are located. Toys will be collected as part of the Toys for Tots program. The food drive runs Nov. 1-24 at all county license and passport centers. The Blaine License Center and the Blaine Passport Center are located at 10995 Club West SEE COMMUNITY BRIEFS, PAGE 12

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IPAD- BACK TO BASICS

When: 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 Where: Centennial High School East, room 102 Details: Learn the basics and walk away with a better understanding of the hardware, lock screen, home screen, keyboard skills and how to back up to iCloud. Contact: 763-792-6100 or isd12.org/community-education

CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: Centennial Performing Arts Center, 4707 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Group of over 40 musicians from the community play a repertoire of varied styles. Free admission. Contact: centennialcommunityband.org

QUILTER’S NIGHT OUT

When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: Centennial High School East, room 112 Details: Work on quilting projects away from distractions, and participate in show and tell, fabric/pattern swap. $6 registration (preferred, not required); return Saturday for Quilter’s Day in at a reduced rate. Contact: 763-792-6100 or isd12.org/community-education

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LINO LAKES RECYCLING SATURDAY

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 Where: Lino Park, 7850 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes Details: Residents of Lino Lakes can recycle appliances and electronics. Contact: 651-982-2423 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

INTERNATIONAL GAME DAY

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Dr., Circle Pines Details: Everyone invited to play games set up throughout the library, or bring a game from home. Contact:763-717-3294 or ankoa.lib.mn.us

RED CROSS BLOOD DONATION

When and Where: noon-6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23 at E.G. Rud and Sons, 6776 Lake Drive NE, Lino Lakes; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 at North Lakes Academy, 308 15th St. SW, Forest Lake Details: All blood types needed, especially Types O negative, B negative, A negative and AB. Donors get a mixing spoon and celebrity chef recipe set. Contact: 800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org

SECRET HOLIDAY SHOP

When: 4:30-7 pm Wednesday, Dec. 2 and Thursday, Dec. 3 Where: Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Pkwy. Details: Opportunity for children to shop in a safe and supervised environment, learn to follow a budget, and buy

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holiday gifts. Assistance in gift choices and wrapping provided by student volunteers. Contact: 651-982-2440 or www.ci.lino-lakes. mn.us

WINTER BAKING

When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn to bake fresh-baked bread. Ages 15+. Pre-register, $5. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacounty.us

COLD CRITTERS

When: 10-11:15 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 3 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn about animals that stay in Minnesota all winter. 2-4 year olds and an adult can read a story, make a craft and explore outside. Pre-register, $3/person. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacounty.us

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When: 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Children ages 4 &5 go outside to investigate where animals go and what they do in winter. Pre-register, $4/child. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacounty.us

ONGOING FAMILY STORYTIME

When: 10:15 -10:45 a.m. or 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 19 Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle

WHEN:

2-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22

WHERE:

Schwan Sport Expo Center, 1700 105th Ave. NE, Blaine

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nars, product demonstrations, kids fishing pond, celebrity anglers.

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Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children of all ages and a caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anoka.lib.mn.us

BABY STORYTIME

When: 10:15-10:45 Tuesdays Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines

Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children birth-24 months and a caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anoka.lib.mn.us

QUILTING CLUB

When: 9:30 a.m. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Where: Lino Lakes Senior Center, 1189 Main St. Details: Seniors can work on quilting projects.

Contact: 651-982-2440 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

BRIDGE AND CRIBBAGE

When: 12:30 p.m. Thursdays Where: Lino Lakes Senior Center, 1189 Main St. Details: Seniors can play bridge and cribbage. Contact: 651-982-2440 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY SHOREVIEW INDOOR FARMER’S MARKET

When: 3-6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N Details: Features vendors who produce farmstead products such as cheese, meats, fi sh, poultry, eggs, baked goods, canned goods, honey, maple syrup and preserves. Contact: shoreviewcommunitycenter.com

AUTHOR FAITH SULLIVAN BOOK SIGNING

When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Faith Sullivan, author of ‘The Cape Ann’, will be presenting a book talk and signing of her new book, ‘Good Night, Mr. Wodehouse’. Books available for sale. Contact: 651-426-0918

CONVERSATIONS OF THE VALLEY

When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 Where: The Grand Banquet Center, 301 South 2nd St., Stillwater Details: U.S. District Judge John Tunheim, the Chief Judge of Minnesota's federal court, will review some of the important decisions of the Supreme Court this past year and will preview the cases that are likely to be on the Court's docket for the 2015-2016 term. Reserve ticket by noon, Nov. 18; $17 includes lunch. Contact: scvfoundation.org/conversations-of-the-valley

PUMPKIN PIE AND BINGO

When: 1:30-3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 Where: Shoreview

Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N Details: Adults can enjoy pumpkin pie, play bingo and win prizes. Register by Nov. 13. Contact: shoreviewcommunitycenter.com

WHITE BEAR’S COMMITMENT TO SERVICE

When: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St., White Bear Lake Details: Learn about local veterans and their contributions and sacrifices throughout the decades. Contact: whitebearhistory.org

ST. PAUL PRAYER BREAKFAST

When: 7-8:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 Where: Intercontinental St. Paul Riverfront, 11 Kellogg Blvd.

E., St. Paul Details: Keynote speaker is Anoka County Sheriff Jim Stuart. Tickets available online Contact: saintpaulprayer.org

toria St., Shoreview Details: Prizes include turkeys and cash. Contact: mensclub. church.stodilia.org

GAMMELGARDEN MEATBALL AND LUTFISK DINNER

When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Rd. F Details: Family-friendly event. $.50 per card or three for $1.00, except for the fi nal coverall game. Winners receive prizes including turkeys, grocery store certificates, dining gift certificates or cash. The coverall game has a $100.00 cash prize. Sponsored by Vadnais Heights Rotary; bring items to donate to the Lions food shelf. Contact: vhrotary. org

When: Seatings at 11:30 am, 1 pm, 2:30 pm, 4 pm & 5:30 pm, Thurs., Nov. 19 Where Elim Lutheran Church, 20971 Olinda Tr., Scandia Details: Traditional Swedish meal and sale at the Gammelgarden butik. Contact: 651-433-5053 or www.gammelgardenmuseum.org

ST. ODILIA MEN’S CLUB TURKEY BINGO

When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: St. Odilia courtyard, 3495 N. Vic-

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DIVE IN MOVIE

When: 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N Details: Guests can float with water noodles, lounge on poolside chairs and enjoy the a popular family-friendly movie. Contact: shoreviewcommunitycenter.com

SHOREVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N Details: Inflatable obstacle course, facepainting, balloon animals, games, cake, 1990 rollback admission pricing and more. No registration necessary, daily pass is ticket to the party. Contact: 651-490-4750 or shoreviewmn.gov

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LION'S SENIOR DINNER

WHEN:

Gala: 6:30-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20; Bazaar: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 and 11a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22

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Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St., Stillwater

COMEDIAN CHRIS SHAW

When: 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: Kellerman’s Event Center, 2222 4th St., White Bear Lake Details: Chris Shaw with special guest Wendy Maybury and MC, Steve Merila. $15 in advance, $20 at door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Eventbrite. com/e/comedianchris-shaw-comes-tobeartown-live-tickets

ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 Where: First Presbyterian Church of Stillwater, 6201 Osgood Ave. Details: Shop for fair-trade handicrafts, foods, gifts of donations to non-profit organizations, eco-friendly fabric gift bags. Soup lunch on Sat., homemade treats both days. Contact: fpcstillwateragm.wordpress.com

CHEESE & CHOCOLATE WEEKEND

When: Noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 22 Where: Samples at five area wineries including Northern Vineyards and St. Croix Vineyards in

DETAILS:

Gala fundraiser includes food and beverages donated by local caterers, live music, 1900s jail tours, vault exhibit and vendor displays. Bazaar is a free, family-friendly holiday experience including over 35 local vendors

with handcrafted goods on display, live music, photos with Santa, jail tours, vault exhibit, and tea room. Tickets required.

CONTACT:

651-275-7075 or historiccourthouse@ co.washington.mn.us

Stillwater Details: $ 5. By Three Rivers Wine Trail. Contact: 651-430-1032

UCARE INFORMATION MEETING

When and Where: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at the Water Street Inn, 101 Water St., Stillwater; 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30 at Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood Details: Information about UCare for Seniors Medicare health plan options. Contact: 877-523-1518

YELLOW RIBBON NETWORK HAMBURGER NIGHT

When: 5-8 pm, Nov. 25 and every fourth Wednesday of each month Where: Hugo American Legion, 5383 140th Street N. Details: Proceeds from hamburger sales benefit military families. All are welcome. Contact: 651-247-0354 or www.ci.hugo.mn.us

LAUGH YOUR ACE OFF COMEDY CLUB

When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 Where: Running Aces Harness Park Comedy Club, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Thanksgiving week comedy show with headliner Mary

Rowles, featuring Ron Lamprecht, and hosted by Dan Mogol. Tickets $15 in advance, $18 day of show. Contact: 651-9254600 or runningacesharness.com

FAST BEFORE THE FEAST 10K, 5K AND FUN RUN

When: 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 26 Where: Tri Fitness Training Center, 1338 Highway 96, White Bear Lake Details: Thanksgiving Day race supports the White Bear Lake and Hugo food shelves. Contact: trifitnesswbl.com

LINWOOD SENIOR CENTER DINNER

When: Noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26 Where: Linwood Senior Center, 22817 Typo Creek Dr., Linwood Details: Free Thanksgiving dinner for seniors. Rsvp appreciated but not necessary. Contact: 651-4623780

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

When: Saturday, Nov. 28 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: National initiative to “Shop Local” retailers in downtown White Bear

CENTURY COLLEGE FALL CONCERT

Where: Hugo American Legion Details: Appetizers start at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6 and entertainment at 7 p.m. for annual Hugo Lions Club Senior Appreciation Dinner. Contact: RSVP to Marlys by Nov. 25 at 651-493-7704

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TWIN CITIES MASTER CHORALE

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Victorian Christmas at the Courthouse Gala and Bazaar

MUSIC When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 Where: Century College West Campus Theater, 3300 Century Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Concert Band’s performance includes ‘American Salute’, ‘Four French Sonds’, ‘Toccata’, ‘Overture to “Candide”’ and more. Free and open to the public. Contact: century. edu/events

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When: 6:30-8 pm Fri., Dec. 4 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 East County Road F. Details: Santa, face painting, games, Schiffelly Puppet Show, cookies. For kids with parents. Wear PJs. Contact: 651-2046000 or www.cityvadnaisheights.com

WINTERFEST - WHITE BEAR LAKE

When: 11 am-3 pm Saturdays, Dec. 5, 12 & 19 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Horsedrawn carriage rides 11 am-3 pm at 4th and Cook Streets; Photos with Santa 11 am-2 pm at Abbott Paint and Carpet/White Bear Glass. Events free with donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. Contact: www.downtownwhitebearlake. com/events

SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP CRAFT SHOW AND BAKE SALE

When: 9-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 Where: Forest Lake American Legion, 355 W. Broadway Ave. Details: 15th annual craft sale hosted by ladies auxiliary. 30 crafters. Lunch available at 11 a.m. Proceeds go to veterans programs. Contact: Dorothy Nelson, 651-433-2302

STILLWATER TWINKLE PARADE

When: 4-5:30 pm Sat., Dec. 5 Where: Meet at the Dock Café, 425 Nelson St. E. Details: Includes Santa parade, tree lighting ceremony, music by the Teddy Bear Band, and fireworks. Children get twinkle necklaces, cookies and hot chocolate. Contact: www.facebook.com/mainstreetstillwatermn

When: 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 Where: First Evangelical Free Church, 2696 Hazlewood Ave., Maplewood Details: The Chorale’s repertoire is varied and consists of traditional choral anthems, spirituals, hymn arrangements and major sacred choral works. Free-will offering. Details: twincitiesmasterschorale.org

TONIC SOL-FA HOLIDAY TOUR

When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: A cappella trio performs holiday and fan favorites, plus songs from their new album. Contact: 651269-9888 or wildwoodartistseries.com

REDPATH CONCERT

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3 Where: Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 2410 Stillwater Rd., Maplewood Details: Christmas concert performed by sister trio is appropriate for all ages. Tickets $15 adult/$10 children 12 and under. Contact: 651-329-7439 or redpathonline.com

THEATER ‘SEUSSICAL’

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19; 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20; 7:30 and 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21; 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 Where: Ashland Productions, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood Details: Seuss stories come to life on stage in this production featuring kids to adults. Tickets $12- $19. Contact: ashlandproductions.org

‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS’ When: Dec 3 13

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Shows at 7:30 pm Thurs. Dec. 3; 7:30 pm Fri., Dec. 4 & 11; 2 and 4:30 pm Sat., Dec. 5 & 12; and 2 pm Sun., Dec. 6 and 13 Where: Lakeshore Players, 4820 Stewart Ave., White Bear Lake Details: A wild adventure with a mouse, an elf, a spunky little girl, and Santa Claus, this joyful show weaves daring sword fights and perilous airplane f lights with heaps of holiday cheer. Contact: 651-429-5674 or www.lakeshoreplayers.com

‘THE SANTALAND DIARIES’

When: Dec 4 -12. Shows 9:30 pm Fri., Dec. 4; 7:30 pm Sat., Dec. 5; 4:30 pm Sun., Dec. 6; 7:30 pm Thurs., Dec. 10; and 7:30 pm Sat., Dec. 12 Where: Lakeshore Players, 4820 Stewart Ave., White Bear Lake Details: The story of the trials and tribulations of an out of work actor who takes a job as a Macy’s Christmas elf. Contact: 651-429-5674 or www.lakeshoreplayers.com

NUTCRACKER SUITE BALLET

When: 2 and 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 and Saturday, Nov. 28; 1 and 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29 Where: Stillwater Area High School Auditorium, 5701 Stillwater Blvd. N. Details: 25th annual performance of the family-friendly version of the classic Christmas ballet featuring students and professional dancers from St. Croix Ballet. Reserved tickets, $15. Contact: 651-439-2820 or www.stcroixballet. com

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Cougars drub Pirates; fall to Breck in OT BY MARK AGUIRRE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Apparently letting a two-goal lead slip out of their gloves in an opening-season setback to visiting Elk River didn't sit very well with the Centennial girls' hockey contingent. The Cougars responded with a 14-2 rout of Park Center, and a tough overtime setback to Breck last Saturday afternoon. Visiting Breck prevailed 3-2 in overtime on a goal by Sydney Breza, outshooting Centennial 44-22 in the process. Cougar netminder and captain Anne Juergens kept coach Kristi King's crew in the game with a 41-save performance. She turned 27 Breck shots away in the first two periods, and eight in the overtime session. Breza scored with just 0:16 remaining in the 8:00 overtime period. She also scored the first Mustang goal at 3:04 of period two, after Anneke Linser had given the Cougars a 1-0 lead at 4:08 of the first frame. Linser and Clare Riley assisted on Gabbie Hughes goal just 0:28 into the third period that gave Centennial a 2-1 lead. Carly Benick's power-play goal knotted the game 2-2 with 1:38 remaining in regulation. Rollin' sevens Hughes set a school mark with seven goals in the rout of host Park Center to begin the week. She had a pure hat trick in the first 6:38 of the game to give them an immediate 3-0 cushion. The junior then bumped the Cougar lead to 4-0 with her fourth-consecutive goal at 9:19.

The scoring outburst opened the gate for a very offensive performance by Centennial. Amber LeClaire scored just 0:31 into the middle period, and Hughes followed with goals number five and six at 2:03 and 4:39. The Cougars led 8-0 when Emily Nadeau beat frazzled Pirate goaltender Rachel Manning at 6:25. Gabriella Bodin finally stopped the Park Center bleeding with an even strength marker at 9:12, before the Cougars got a short-handed goal from Hannah Beckman. Laura Denchman scored for Park Center to bring them back to 9-2, but that's as close as they got. Lauren Sicora and Hughes beat Manning in a 0:36 second span. Sicora's was a short-handed goal, and Hughes' was her seventh and final goal. Linser, Nadeau, and Elizabeth Prado each had third-period goals. Centennial finished with a just a 28-24 advantage in shots-on-goal, but made most count at

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Park Center's expense. Juergens had 22 saves in the win. Linser had a goal and three assists, Riley a trio of assists, and Nadeau two goals and an assist. The Cougars traveled to Maple Grove with a big early season clash with the Crimson, before entertaining Robbins-

dale/Armstrong on Saturday evening. Maple Grove won last year's NSC crown with a 17-0-0 record, before bowing to Wayzata in the Section 6 semifinals.

2015 MSHSL Section 7AA Girl’s swim, dive results 11/12/2015 to 11/14/2015 Girls 200 Yard Medley Relay (A - Final) 1, Centennial ‘’ (Abigail Schwartz 09, Sarah Laman 11, Seela Wang 10, Tara Chapman 12), 1:46.94. 2, Andover ‘’ (Bella Smits 11, Andrea Fischer 10, Abbey Smits 09, Ally Lidtke 12), 1:48.19. 3, Blaine ‘’ (Isabelle Stadden 08, Alyssa Parsons 11, Julia Robberstad 12, Samantha Janecek 10), 1:50.47. 4, Anoka ‘’ (Kasey McArdle 09, Morgan Pint 11, Grace Sakry 10, Morgan Paaverud 12), 1:51.65. 5, Coon Rapids ‘’ (Aleah Perkins 12, Megan Schultze 07, Lizzy Giese 12, Claire Hendrick 09), 1:54.73. 6, Duluth East ‘’ (Emma Holck-Sorensen 10, Clara Kramer 08, Addy Swor 09, Annika Jarvela 09), 1:57.46. 7, Cambridge-Isanti ‘’ (Addie Smrekar 11, Kendra Fanth 08, Payton Larkin 08, Lia Zagars 11), 2:02.39. 8, Forest Lake ‘’ (Emily Roddel 10, Emma Dolby 12, Fallon Olson 10, Cassie McCollough 12), 2:05.22. Girls 200 Yard Freestyle 1, Abigail Schwartz, Centennial, 1:54.36. 2, Allissa Smith, Cambridge-Isanti, 1:54.88. 3, Ana Birklid, Anoka, 1:56.41. 4, Kenzie Johnson,

Blaine, 1:59.90. 5, Sarah Grow, Centennial, 2:00.25. 6, Hannah Jones, Andover, 2:01.69. 7, Katherine Andrews, Anoka, 2:02.06. 8, Andrea Dunrud, Forest Lake, 2:02.41. (B - Final) 9, Maggie Vancil, Centennial, 2:03.66. 10, Elsie Groebner, Andover, 2:03.95. 11, Maria Zak, Andover, 2:04.78. 12, Ashlyn Sullivan, Blaine, 2:06.22. 13, Megan Gates, Duluth East, 2:06.68. 14, Bailey Baldus, Anoka, 2:07.52. 15, Macy Wang, Centennial, 2:07.64. 16, Kathryn Egolf-Jensen, Blaine, 2:10.28. Girls 200 Yard IM (A - Final) 1, Andrea Fischer, Andover, 2:08.58. 2, Lizzy Giese, Coon Rapids, 2:11.52. 3, Layni Andrle, Centennial, 2:11.81. 4, Isabelle Stadden, Blaine, 2:12.97. 5, Julianne Seppala, Centennial, 2:13.61. 6, Kasey McArdle, Anoka, 2:14.71. 7, Abbey Smits, Andover, 2:19.10. 8, Julia Robberstad, Blaine, 2:20.10. (B - Final) 9, Gentry Musgrove, Anoka, 2:18.05. 10, Sarah Knox, Blaine, 2:19.21. 11, Sarah Laman, Centennial, 2:20.12. 12, Sarah Poellinger, Centennial, 2:23.14. 13, Reese

Dehen, Anoka, 2:24.10. 14, Calli Lundberg, Blaine, 2:24.86. 15, Fallon Olson, Forest Lake, 2:25.40. 16, Addie Smrekar, Cambridge-Isanti, 2:25.83. Girls 50 Yard Freestyle (A - Final) 1, Bella Smits, Andover, 23.32. 2, Ally Lidtke, Andover, 25.08. 3, Carly Rademacher, Centennial, 25.20. 4, Kenzie Klein, Forest Lake, 25.33. 5, Morgan Paaverud, Anoka, 25.36. 6, Seela Wang, Centennial, 25.69. 7, Morgan Pint, Anoka, 26.20. 8, Samantha Janecek, Blaine, 26.23. (B - Final) 9, Lizzy Ostrander, Anoka, 26.04. 10, Annika Jarvela, Duluth East, 26.16. 11, Sarah Spaulding, Centennial, 26.19. 12, Emma Nelson, Forest Lake, 26.24. 13, Jamie Brotkowski, Anoka, 26.28. 13, Megan Valerius, Centennial, 26.28. 15, Brianna Plumbo, Andover, 26.31. 16, Emma Dolby, Forest Lake, 26.71. Girls 1 mtr Diving (Finals) 1, Abigail Egolf-Jensen, Blaine, 434.15. 2, Megan Merschman, Anoka, 389.15. 3, Valerie Patterson, Forest Lake, 361.30. 4, Gabi Parkinson, Centennial, 351.35. 5, Galadriel SEE MSHSL SECTION, PAGE 9

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COPS AND COURTS Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • A 44-year-old female was arrested for DWI in the 8100 block of Lake Drive Nov. 7, after being stopped for an equipment violation. • A 36-year old male was arrested in the 7500 block of Village Dr. for a driving offense Nov. 7. • A 55-year-old male was cited for 5th degree

assault, theft, damage to property and an animal violation in the 7700 block of Main Street Nov. 7. Officers responded to the assault-in-progress and located the suspect and victim. • A 22-year-old female was arrested for gross misdemeanor theft and possession of theft tools at a business in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 7. • A 30-year-old male

was arrested for domestic assault in the 700 block of Main Street Nov. 9. • A 22-year-old male was arrested for 5th degree possession and intent to sell in the 7200 block of Sunset Avenue Nov. 9, after being stopped for failing to signal a turn. • A theft from an auto was reported in the 6000 block of Hodgson Rd Nov. 9.

different areas of the body each day. Foundation Fitness offers morning and evening classes and workouts are 40 minutes long. Clients can choose their own program tailored to their level and sign up for as many days of boot camp a week as they like. Adri-

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LINO LAKES — Many local families and friends gathered at Centennial Middle School on Nov. 7 for the 16th annual Gobbler Games. The event was organized by the city of Lino Lakes. The free event featured several games for parent/child teams, a bouncy house, coloring, refreshments and temporary tattoos. There were also drawings for gift cards from Lino Lakes Target. The event, created by a former recreation supervisor, Barry Bernstein, is a way to provide a free and special event for the community, noted Brian Hronski, the city’s current recreation supervisor. “Where can you go and spend two hours at a free event and win prizes?” he said. The games included a Frisbee toss, hockey puck shooting, and basketball and football tosses. The annual Gobbler Games usually take place the first Saturday of each November and

Top: Miss Lino Lakes Ambassador Delaney Warren colors turkeys with 3-year-old Maddie Young at the Gobbler Games. Above Right: Sarah Langdon, Lino Lakes resident and Lab Technician at Fairview Clinic Lino Lakes, enjoys the hockey shoot game with son Colby at the Gobbler Games. Above Left: Ryan Birch and Zach Knudsen, graduates of Centennial High School and current students at Anoka-Ramsey Community College, volunteer at the Gobbler Games.

Centennial Middle School. Though the hours are currently 10-11:30 a.m., the Lino Lakes Parks & Recreation Department is considering extending it until noon each year, as plenty of families chat and linger beyond 11:30.

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Laura Louis is recognized for most miles driven, along with two other volunteers, at the Anoka County MedLink volunteer driver luncheon. Left to right: Anoka County commissioners Mike Gamache and Scott Schulte; volunteer driver David Adrian (11,517 miles); Anoka County Commissioner Matt Look; volunteer driver Laura Louis (7,134 miles); Anoka County Commissioner Robyn West; volunteer driver Herbert Wildung (11,359 miles); and Anoka County commissioners Rhonda Sivarajah, Julie Braastad and Jim Kordiak.

Louis enjoys the relationships built as a result of repeat passengers on her MedLink assignments. “It’s interesting to talk about World War II with someone who was in it,” she said. “It’s amazing, and people are interesting. Everybody has a story.” Louis has been an active volunteer in a variety of organizations in the community, such as Centennial Adult Continuing Education, Metro North and teaching senior citizens computer classes. However active and helpful, she wants to be sure that any spotlight is shone on all volunteers involved. “This isn’t about me,” she said. “I’m not a superstar. It’s all of us together as volunteers.” There are several volunteers in the MedLink program who donate their time and use their own vehicles to provide wheels to those those who need transportation to and from appointments. Louis was recently recognized at a MedLink volunteer driver luncheon for driving 7,134 miles over the past year. There are 54 volunteer drivers in the program: all together, they have provided transportation for 1,500 passengers and driven 122,454 miles in 5,902 different trips this last year. Mileage for the volunteers is reimbursed by the county. Louis noted that even more volunteers are needed, as the need for drivers is growing. As more people retire, many don’t have the transportation they need as friends and family are not always able to accommodate them. There are commercial transportation services available, but not all of them will provide service based on the passenger’s own time constraints. Through some commercial services, the passenger may need to wait an hour or two after their appointment to be picked up. Most of the time, MedLink allows drivers to drop off and pick up passengers on the passengers’ schedules.

An avid reader, Louis often reads as she waits for passengers to finish appointments. The dispatcher for MedLink assigns passengers to volunteer drivers who live closest to them. Though Anoka County does offer services for transportation to the VA Hospital in Minneapolis, MedLink is a separate entity. The largest destination for most passengers via MedLink is Allina Coon Rapids. There is also a suggested donation of $5 per appointment within Anoka County, and $10 outside of it. “Many people donate more because they’re just so thankful for the service,” noted Louis. She said if a passenger is unable to afford the suggested donation, they still get the service. Spouses of primary passengers are welcome on trips; however, all passengers must be independently mobile. Drivers are unable to accommodate wheelchairs, but walkers are welcome. Louis keeps careful track of her appointment schedule in her calendar and allows extra time for each appointment trip so there’s no rush. “Without it I would be lost,” she said. She also tries to accommodate passengers who wish to avoid freeways and prefer scenic and slower-paced routes. “Some of my passengers came out here in the ’40s and ’50s. The area looked a lot different then. Many like to reminisce.” GPS is also key to help Louis navigate routes and be aware of any road work or closings. She considers volunteering a way of life. “It’s who I am, and I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. I don’t see myself stopping any time soon.” The hours of MedLink driver availability are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information regarding MedLink volunteer opportunities, call 763-422-7075. For more information on MedLink services, call 763-422-7087.

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LINO LAKES — Lakes over ore: It’s the mantra Lino Lakes native Nick Kourajian is touting through his college internship. Kourajian is making it his goal to save the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) from sulfide-ore copper mining through his college internship with the communications department of the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters. He is a senior at Hamline University and will complete his English degree with a minor in nonprofit management in May. The Campaign was founded in 2013 by local residents of Ely, Minnesota when they got word that Twin Metals Minnesota was aiming to open sulfide-ore copper mines. In the spring of 2014, Kourajian signed a petition on a canoe on the Hamline campus to try to stop the mining. He began to follow the movement and then applied for a communications internship he saw posted. Kourajian’s English major focus is business writing and professional writing, so he jumped at the opportunity to fulfill his nonprofit management minor internship requirement with the communications job. He also has a passion for the Boundary Waters and environmentalism. Kourajian took many family trips to the Boundary Waters as a youth and has frequented the North Shore throughout college. He has fond memories of experiencing a downpour in the Boundary Waters wilderness as he canoed and portaged to find a campsite with his father. They finally found a site and then made a family favorite meal under a network of blue tarps — beef stew and dumplings. “Some of the best parts of living in Minnesota is having access to state parks, the North Shore and the Boundary Waters,” he said. But Twin Metals is threatening his favorite parts of the state. “[The sulfide-ore copper mines] are proposed by Twin Metals right on the unprotected edge of the Boundary Waters,” he said. Kourajian noted the sulfuric acid produced by such mining could prove detrimental to the wilderness and “would pollute the whole Boundary Waters watershed.” He promotes the Campaign’s goal to stop Twin Metals from dig-

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ging the mines by writing press releases and slamming social media with its message. He believes Twin Metals should not be allowed to dig the mines so close to the BWCAW border. The mines are proposed about 9 miles southeast of Ely. “I think that would be a very bad move for Minnesota,” he said. “A lot of people at Twin Metals think it will provide jobs. I think building those mines would really end the recreation and tourism economy we have up there.” Kourajian also noted the mines would bring more traffic to the town of Ely, located at the main entrance to the Boundary Waters. The proposed sulfide-ore mining would be the first of its kind in Minnesota. Kouragian noted other states that have sulfide-ore mines have a track record of leaks. He isn’t convinced the Minnesota mines would be any safer. “I’m not sure how they are going to contain the mines,” he said. Kourajian’s internship will end in December, but it has defined his future for him. “I think this experience has helped me realize I want to be in environmental services,” he said. As for the future of the Boundary Waters, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management is expected to make a decision soon. “Twin Metals Minnesota, which is owned by the Chilean mining company Antofagasta, has applied to renew their two federal mineral leases that expired in 2013,” said Rachel Garwin, policy director of the Campaign in an email. “The

U.S. Bureau of Land Management has been reviewing the request for two years now, and is expected to come to a conclusion about the environmental review process in the near future. This is a crucial moment that allows the federal land management agencies to take a hard look at these two dinosaur leases that have never undergone environmental review, before mining takes too many steps forward toward harming the BWCAW.” The two federal mining leases next to the Boundary Waters have been in existence since 1966 and have changed hands multiple times since they were first issued. Antofagasta, under Twin Metals, would be the first to mine in the area. The old lease was not long enough to sustain exploratory work and Twin Metals is now asking for a 20-year lease instead of a 10-year lease. Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness uncovered the legal issue of the land never having undergone environmental review and brought the need, before the renewal is approved, to the BLM. The Boundary Waters is America’s most-visited wilderness and is comprised of 1.1 million acres of pristine lakes and forests. The Boundary Waters has been managed as wilderness since 1926 to preserve its primitive character. Formal designation of the BWCAW occurred in 1964 under the Wilderness Act. For more information visit www. savetheboundarywaters.org.

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