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Lino Lakes council has two new faces BY SARA MARIE MOORE STAFF WRITER

LINO LAKES — Two new City Council members were sworn in at a meeting Jan. 11. Melissa Maher and Michael Manthey received 29.2 and 23.8 percent of Lino Lakes' votes in November, respectively. Melissa Maher Maher is looking forward to working on the cable committee and hopefully influencing new residential developments. She volunteered to fill an empty spot on the city's North Metro Telecommunications Committee. She wants to make sure the city's transition to offering CenturyLink cable television, approved at a Dec. 28 meeting, goes smoothly. She was dissatisfied herself with Comcast last spring and went through CenturyLink to get DirectTV programming until CenturyLink would be offered in the area. She's hoping she is now able to easily

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Police Officer Dennis Spreng displays some of the stuffed animals he keeps stashed in his trunk for children at the scene of an accident or other tragedies.

Cop shares a day – or 13,800 days – in his life BY SARA MARIE MOORE STAFF WRITER

CIRCLE PINES — Two things cops do you probably never knew: Keep a stash of stuffed animals for kids in their trunk and check on your house every day you are gone on vacation. “Every squad car has stuffed animals for kids,” said Dennis Spreng, an officer with the Centennial Lakes Police Department, as he pulled out various Beanie Babies stored in plastic bags in his trunk. Spreng gives them to children at the scene of an accident or other tragedies, “just to hang onto and help them be more comfortable.” And the comfort object for adults? A daily house check for vacationers and snowbirds.

“If you go south for the winter, we will keep an eye on your residence,” said Spreng, as he waited to take a right turn onto Lake Drive at the beginning of his shift Jan. 12. “Our goal is to check every residence once per shift.” With three shifts, that would be three times a day. Residents only need to give the police station a call to be on the list for house checks. Spreng cites several reasons for loving what he does: helping people, the variety of the job and camaraderie amongst officers. “It is a very rewarding career,” he said. “It is a very challenging career as well.” Spreng said he has seen the worst and the best of people as a cop. The worst? Child abuse, car accidents, death, murder, suicides. The

best? Helping little kids, the elderly, or people afraid or unable to help themselves. “I've helped babies be born into the world as well,” he said. “It's a dangerous job,” said Spreng as he drove into the sunset while patrolling a Circle Pines neighborhood. “There aren't many occupations where people want to kill you at times.” Spreng has attended a number of police officer funerals, to which officers flock in support of each other. “You see officers from all over the country who come to the funerals,” he said. He hasn't personally known anyone killed in the line of duty, but a sheriff he worked with in Mankato suffered a heart attack and died after arresting someone.

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“It is tough,” he said. “The last guy I had to rustle with and put in handcuffs was 18.” Spreng said officers work odd hours, weekends and holidays. “It is challenging for your family as well,” he said. Spreng works the second shift at Centennial Lakes, which he said is a common shift — 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. He works six days on and three days off, which gives him about one full weekend a month off, and one or two partial weekends. Looking at his schedule on his smartphone, he noted his grandson's birthday on a Saturday in February this year is also when he is scheduled to work. “We'll probably celebrate

CIRCLE PINES — Mike Schweigert was sworn in as a new council member at a meeting Jan. 12. He received 32.3 percent of the votes for two open spots on the City Council in November elections. Incumbent Matt Percy received 41.3 percent of the votes. Schweigert looks forward to serving on the City Council as another way to help his community.

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Lino Lakes swan succumbs to lead poisoning BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER STAFF WRITER

This winter, many have noticed that many waterfowl haven't migrated south. The annual Christmas Bird Count last month determined that the numbers of swans, ducks and geese that seem to be staying for the winter are up; many of them have stayed behind due to longer fall seasons, pockets of warm, open water or the availability of food from locals who put out corn or other feeders. But in the case of a trumpeter swan on the Lino Lakes area of Bald Eagle Lake, at least, the reason may have been pollution. The bird arrived on the lake around Christmas, and stayed for more than a week around the North Oaks Docks marina, where there was some open water. Neighbors became suspicious that there was something wrong with the swan, since it wouldn't eat the corn that had been put out for it and it seemed listless. Some theorized lead poisoning could be the cause, due to the likely presence of lead sinkers in the marina bottom. With this concern, three neighbors captured the swan and took it to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center (WRC) in Roseville, where it was discovered that the animal was hypothermic, lethargic and had two lead objects inside its gastrointestinal tract. Veterinarians performed a procedure called gastric lavage to remove the objects, but on Jan. 15, the WRC reported that the swan had died from the toxicity remaining in its bloodstream. This story is not uncommon, as the employees and volunteers at the WRC can attest. Lynette Scott, who is the executive assistant at the WRC, said that there is usually a large influx of swans and lake birds at this time of year. “Our swan season starts in November,” she said, explaining that birds that have been poisoned are often too weak to make the migration and end up staying behind for the winter. The Minnesota DNR has made efforts to reduce lead poisoning with its Get the Lead Out initiative, but many toxins remain present

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Above Left: The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center medical team performs gastric lavage to flush lead pellets from a juvenile trumpeter swan. The swan is anesthetized and gallons of water are flushed into its GI tract at an angle to expel lead pellets. Above Right: Julia Schmitz, a certified veterinary technician, administers chelation treatment to a poisoned swan. Chelation pulls lead out of the blood stream and expels it in their feces. Right: Concerned neighbors captured this swan from Bald Eagle Lake and took it to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville, where it was treated for lead poisoning, but it did not survive.

in the environment from the past; most of the remaining pollutants are from fishing sinkers and jigs and the shot pellets in shotgun shells. “There's decades of stuff at the bottom of the lake,” Scott said. “These big birds dabble at the bottom for vegetation and end up swallowing it. To remove lead from a big lake would be pretty much impossible.” The lead objects that were removed from the swan had been caught in a part of its esophagus called the crop. “They usually have stones in their crop for digestion, and it's kind of a grinding muscle so it can break down lead,” Scott said. As the lead breaks down, it filters into the bird's blood. As a result of the wear and tear of digestion, WRC staff members were unable to determine what the two lead objects had originally been. The WRC releases animals back into the wild once they have recovered. The center is associated with the Three Rivers Park District, and many of the swans from

the WRC are released into an open-water habitat at Lake Rebecca near Buffalo, Minnesota. The Bald Eagle Lake swan remained at the WRC for more than a week, but its condition continued to deteriorate. “We always hope that they will turn around, but when they have such a high lead toxicity in their blood, it's difficult to say if they will successfully recover,” said WRC communications director Tami Vogel. How to tell if an animal may be poisoned or injured: • “In a very severe case of lead poisoning, the animal wouldn't be able to have their head up,” Scott said. “If you approach the animal and it makes no attempt to get away, that's a pretty clear sign that something is wrong.” She said that listlessness, as in the case of the Bald Eagle Lake swan, is one of the most common indicators of poisoning. • “If its laying on the ice, it's going to get hypothermic,” she said. In some cases, birds swim around to attempt to keep the water open, but end up frozen to the ice because they do not have enough energy to break free once it has frozen over. What to do if an animal shows symptoms of poisoning: • The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center will accept the

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animal, but they do not perform animal rescue. It is up to concerned citizens such as the Bald Eagle Lake neighbors to capture the animal and bring it in for treatment. The DNR website offers the following list of recommendations regarding sick or injured wildlife. What to do if you find a sick or injured wild animal: • Examine the situation carefully — is the animal really sick or injured? Some animal species will behave oddly at different times of year or different times of their lives. Often letting some time pass will reveal a healthy animal that was simply doing something unexpected. • Examine the environment carefully; is it possible and safe for anyone to attempt to rescue an animal? Sometimes, despite the best effort and intentions, an injured animal is just not accessible and unfortunately nothing can be done for it. • Also take note of

how much the animal is still capable of movement. If an animal is still moving around vigorously and is able to flee when approached by a human (especially flying or swimming wildlife) it is best to leave the animal alone. A prolonged struggle or chase will often put both animal and human rescuers at greater risk. • Contact a permitted rehabilitator or rehabilitation center before attempting to handle the animal if possible. They will be able to give you the best advice on what to do and what not to do if you decide to attempt rescue. Sick or injured wild animals may bite and scratch and pose a risk to humans (physical injury and/or exposure to disease). Use caution and never put yourself in a situation that you are uncomfortable with. • When contacting local rehabilitation services, take careful note of where the animal was found, either to direct

retrieval personnel or to tell the clinic when you drop off the animal. Animals should be returned to where they were found, or as close as possible. Often, rehabilitators require you to voluntarily bring in the animal. • A good phrase to keep in mind is, “If you care, leave it there” before you decide to rescue an injured animal. Keep in mind that rehabilitation can be difficult, expensive, and has varying degrees of success. Nearly all rehabbers rely on donations to support rehab costs. Issues of disease must be carefully considered. The website also notes that it is illegal for unlicensed citizens to attempt to rehabilitate wild animals, as well as to possess or transport wild animals for more than 24 hours. The DNR website also provides a list of permitted wildlife rehabilitators across the state. The Wildlife Resource Center is located at 2530 Dale St. N in Roseville, and can be reached at 651-486-9453.

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on the 28th,” he said. “We just adjust.” When Spreng came into work, he reported to roll call, where he received an update on the last 16 hours of activity. He checked his email and voicemail, inventoried his squad car and headed out on patrol. He happened to be the squad designated as the “call car” for his shift Jan. 12, so he made sure every call from the Anoka dispatch center was responded to in a timely manner. If he pulls someone over for a traffic or equipment violation, he'll keep in mind the faces posted on the bulletin board in the office — individuals in the area with warrants out for their arrest. They are also accessible from his squad laptop, positioned perfectly on a stand over the passenger seat for easy access. Technology has changed quite a bit since Spreng first got involved in law enforcement 38 years ago. Before, he just had to know where he was going, he said as he looked at a glowing map. Now he can see property lines, names of the owners of residences and even the current location of fellow officers right from his laptop. He can also see the status of active cases in the county and write reports from his car. Police radios are also much more advanced these days. “In the old days we had radios that didn't work half the time,” he said. Spreng taps into the Anoka County south channel as well as State

‘Every squad car has stuffed animals for kids. If you go south for the winter, we will keep an eye on your residence.’ – Dennis Spreng Centennial Lakes Police Officer Patrol channels. When someone calls 911 from his area, the dispatch center in Anoka County relays it via radio. If he needs more help, he'll call for it and other departments in the south channel will come running. “If there is a call in Blaine and they need help, we'll go,” he said. “No one hesitates to help another officer.” If Spreng needs to give someone a breathalyzer test, he tests them on the road and then brings them into the department's detention facility for an official test. If they are cooperative and have someone to take

officer Angie Kruyer, who happened to be jumping into her squad nearby, had saved three lives with an AED. “Two saves,” clarified Kruyer. “One was a baby,” she added with valiant emotion as she closed her squad door to head out on patrol in Centerville. Spreng has saved one life himself with an AED. “The key is to get there fast,” he said. “We are usually the first ones to get to a medical.” Spreng started off his law enforcement career in the police reserves, a volunteer program for citizens, while a high school student in Mankato. He credits his hometown police officers with inspiring him to the job. “I admired them as good role models,” he said. Back then, 1978 to be exact, police reserves carried firearms. It was before state police licensing began. When the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) was created, he was one of the first to receive a number, in 1980. He has one of the lowest active license numbers in the state — 7381 — today the numbers being handed out are in the 23,000s. Only 144 active officers have POST numbers lower than Spreng, according to

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Top: Officer Dennis Spreng and two other police were awarded a “Stork Award” from Allina Health Emergency Medical Services for assisting in the delivery of a baby girl born in a home in Lexington March 7 last year. (From left) Lieutenant Russell Blanck, Spreng, baby and family, Officer Lucas Frederickson. Above: Officer Dennis Spreng wore a superman outfit with coworkers as he took a plunge at the Anoka County Polar Bear Plunge, a charitable event, in Coon Rapids on February 28 last year. (From left) Intern Jaclyn Beaman, Spreng, Community Service Officer Joe Wressell, Officer Angie Kruyer, Reserve Officer Derek Dovolos. Right: Officer Dennis Spreng is ready to head out on patrol

with his trusty 21st century laptop. them home, he may cite and release them. If they are uncooperative and there is no one to assist them home, he may take them over to the Anoka County jail in Anoka. Looking at a tiny, baby blue painted cell in the department's detention facility with a concrete bunk, incell toilet and sink, and sliver of a window, Spreng marveled why anyone who has been to jail would do something to get themselves back there. But it happens all the time. Sometimes someone he arrested will get in contact with him to tell him how they have turned their life around. If Spreng finds marijuana or other evidence at the scene of a crime, he will bring it into the department's evidence transfer room. He puts the evidence in a locked cabinet in the wall, which has another door in another room, which only the department's sergeants and detective can access. “No one else can tamper with it,” he said. This keeps the evidence clean for court. On his uniform belt Spreng carries pepper spray, a baton, a taser, a handgun,

extra ammunition and handcuffs, which all adds up to about 25 pounds. Spreng carries three sets of handcuffs on his belt. “Generally if you go to a fight you will need to handcuff at least two people,” he said. In his trunk he keeps extra handcuffs and giant zip ties, which he uses to handcuff the smallwristed or if he needs to arrest a large group.

‘People call for help and we are there. We are always there. We are always available.’ – Dennis Spreng Centennial Lakes Police Officer The taser, a stun dart gun which temporarily paralyzes a victim with electricity, is “often effective, but not always,” he said. Some people also just wipe the pepper spray off their faces. In a life-threatening situation Spreng would opt for his handgun. “I don't have time to try different things and hope

they work,” he said. “By law I can use a handgun to protect myself or someone else.” And when would he actually fire a bullet? “I would have to be in fear of my life,” he said. “That might be slightly different for everyone.” Spreng has never been in an active shooter situation himself, but he would probably grab the rifle from his squad for that because it is more effective at longer ranges. Spreng goes through tons of training. “There is a lot of continuous training we got through on a continual basis,” he said. One of the annual trainings is on “use of force.” Officers are trained in state- and department-mandated “use of force” — the physical force which can be used against people, up to and including deadly force. State law determines which types of force should be used when and officers are trained through hands-on scenarios. All of Centennial Lakes' officers are emergency response certified. Looking through his medical bag, Spreng pulled out an AED. He indicated he thought co-

‘By law I can use a handgun to protect myself or someone else. I would have to be in fear of my life.’ – Dennis Spreng Centennial Lakes Police Officer

Minnesota POST Board Executive Director Nate Gove. There are currently about 10,500 active officers in the state, he said. Spreng went on to serve in local, county and federal law enforcement. He was deputy sheriff in Le Sueur County and police chief in Amboy, Minnesota. He was also a Deputy U.S. Marshal for the United States Marshals Service, a federal law enforcement agency. Spreng has also been a volunteer

ambulance attendant and a volunteer firefighter. Six years ago he moved to Scandia to be closer to his grandchildren. He couldn't stop policing, so he started back where he began. He applied to volunteer with the Centennial Lakes police reserves. The department craved his expertise and he is now back as a fulltime officer and oversees the police reserves program. The reserves wear a uniform and assist in duties like patrolling, directing traffic and transporting prisoners to jail. A thorough background check is completed on all volunteers and they attend an eight-week Anoka County Reserve Academy before starting duties. “They really do help us out,” said Spreng. “About half the reserves we get want to be police officers. It is nice to move them along. When I was chief I liked helping young officers get started.” Several officers with Centennial Lakes were in the police reserves first. Watching Joe Wressell, a young community service officer, gather the leftovers of a farewell cake in the office in the middle of his shift, Spreng bid him good luck at the Minnesota State Patrol trooper academy. “He'll do good,” said Spreng, as his eyes followed the young officer down the hall. Bill Jacobson, who was promoted from detective to sergeant at Centennial Lakes Jan. 1, appreciates having Spreng around. He has only been a sworn officer for 10 years, he said, and is grateful he can glean from Spreng's experience. “Nothing can really replace the experience on the street,” said Jacobson. “Dennis has been a cop since before I was born.” The Centennial Lakes Police Department has 16 full-time officers and receives about 12,000 calls a year. “People call for help and we are there,” said Spreng. “If you think something isn't right, you should call. We are always there. We are always available. We do a lot of things other people don't do. I'll keep doing it. I'd like to say someday I have the lowest POST number in the state.”

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Haitian hope

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y souvenir from Haiti hangs precariously from a command hook on my bookshelf. It is a broken bottle remade into a Christmas ornament, adorned with a purple clay bead and an engraved word in a piece of thin metal – HOPE. I bought it from an orphanage for $10, as a way to support their efforts to care for abandoned children. But it has become a symbol of my trip there over the holiday. Hope is one of the most fragile and strong feelings in the world. And perhaps one of the best. I went to Haiti on a mission trip to volunteer. The church group I was with planted trees in Haitian homes, assisted in construction of Story a church building and gave free haircuts. You could say we went to Chaser Haiti to offer hope. But the truth is that the HaiSara Marie Moore tians gave the volunteer team just as much hope. H Hope is one thing that defies the Huhh man Development Index, a United Nations ranking system of a country’s human development. Some of the most “developed” nations in the world also have the highest amount of hopelessness – evidenced by suicide and clinical depression rates. The hope the team gave was that the Haitian church is not alone – that their brothers and sisters in America want to share their material prosperity with them. But the hope Haitians gave in return was perhaps the better one – the hope that you don’t need great material possessions to be happy. The leader of the trip, who has worked in Haiti for about five years, shared with the team his annoyance with the world’s news coverage of Haiti. Almost always Haiti is abruptly described as the poorest nation in the Western hemisphere, no matter what the article is about. But when he comes to Haiti, he comes face-to-face with his own spiritual poverty. The faith of the Haitians he meets astounds him. He wants some of it for himself. And they share it with him. What the Haitians shared with me was hope. Art made out of what some would consider trash brought me face-to-face with my own materialistic poverty. I’m a crafter. The fabric, the trim, the beads, the colors, the styling, the angle, the composition – I crave for perfection and seamless beauty in my designs. But something about the pure imperfection of a design made out of a broken bottle gives me what it proclaims – HOPE. Hope that my art doesn’t need to be perfect to be beautiful. Hope that art is one of the most powerful communication tools in the world. Hope that the ability to create has been given to all of the Creator’s peoples, no matter how many craft stores are around the corner. Hope that I don’t need a lot of money to be an artist. Next Christmas I’ll pull my Haitian hope ornament out of storage and put it on my bookshelf again, just below the nativity. I’ll think about how Christ was born into a poor family and had a manger for a bed, but that He didn’t let that stop Him from giving hope to the world. I’ll think about how I want to create hope-filled art for the world, and I’ll gather hope from Him and the Haitians that a lot can be done with a little. And I’ll remember the greatest hope Christ gave when He was born in that lowly stable – a chance to know God. Sara Marie Moore is writer/ reporter for the Quad Community Press and the Shoreview Press.

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he peace lily (botanical name Spathiphyllum) is not a true lily (botanical name Lillium), but it is a nice house plant none the less. However, should you take a chance on it? Let’s find out more and decide. Our homes have low light and peace lilies are fine with that. In fact, they will do best in a room with a west or north window, not the south winwhere most of Gardener’s dow our house plants Grapevine thrive. They do not need to be close to the window Lynda Ellis either; six to eight feet away is fine. They also do well under fluorescent lights, in a room with no windows at all. We sometimes forget to water our plants. Peace lilies do not require frequent watering. Let them dry out before watering. If you do forget and they start to wilt, give them water and they perk right up. Mist the leaves occasionally, especially in summer. Put them in containers with drainage holes and don’t let them sit in standing water. Peace lilies are flowering plants. Most of our other low-light plants are foliage plants. The flowers we see are large, white spaths (modified leaves) with the tiny true flowers on a spike within. These spaths

While not perfect for everyone, the peace lily is a house plant that can brighten a dark corner for years to come. are quite attractive and can last for months. They make good cut flowers. When they turn green and start to wilt, cut them (and dead leaves) off as close to the bottom of the plant as possible. Some varieties have scented flowers. Peace lilies come in various sizes to suit your needs, depending on variety. “Power Petite” grows 10-20” and “Sensation” grows 4-6’,

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QUAD AREA EVENTS BOOKS AND BEYOND When: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27 Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines Details: Seniors can learn all about obtaining a library card, eBooks, lifelong learning, book recommendations, athome delivery and more. Free with registration. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anokacountylibrary.org

UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE When: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28 Where: Centennial High School East, room 102, 4881 101st Ln., Circle Pines Details: Presentation by Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging reviews what’s covered by Parts A, B, C, and D and supplement options, enrollment process, recent changes and eligibility for extra help with prescription drug costs. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

PICKLEBALL CLASS When: 7:308:30 Mondays and Wednesdays, Feb.1-10 Where: Centennial High School East, lower gym, 4881 101st Ln., Circle Pines Details: Learn to play pickleball, including rules and vocabulary. 4 session, $25. Registration required. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

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reviews wills and trusts in detail. Also reviewed are powers of attorney, guardianships, health care directives and the probate process. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

FEBRUARY FREEZE When: 10-11:15 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Children 2-5 with an adult can explore winter’s frozen fun through activities, crafts and outdoor play. Registration required, $3/person. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacounty.us

When: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 Where: SMW Credit Union, 700 Apollo Dr., Lino Lakes Details: Preserve and protect retirement goals and get started on a strategy. Light lunch provided. Registration required; $10. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

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When and Where: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway; and 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 at Bonfi re Wood Fire Cooking, 4365 Pheasant Ridge Dr., Blaine Details: State Senator Roger Chamberlain and BEAR-Y FUNDRAISER Representative Linda When: 1-2:30 p.m. Runbeck will host two Thursday, Feb. 4 Where: Wargo Nature town hall forums for residents of Circle Pines, Center, 7701 Main St., Centerville, Lino Lakes Lino Lakes Details: Children ages and the surrounding 4-5 can learn what bears area to discuss the state budget and other are up to this month, legislative issues. go on an outdoor ‘bear Refreshments served. hunt’ and make a craft. Registration required, $4. Contact: 651-296-1253 or 651-296-2907 Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacounty.us

IPAD-TOP TEN TIPS When: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 Where: Centennial High School East, room 102, 4881 101st Ln., Circle Pines Details: Learn how to defi ne words quickly, make articles easier to read online, increast typing speed and more. Bring iPad to class. Registration required; $15. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

ST. PATRICK’S DAY GLASS BLOCK When: 6:30-8:30 Monday, Feb. 8 Where: Centennial Community Ed conference room, 4707 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Make a lighted glass block decoration from 3 patterns. $25. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

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RESTAURANT CRAWL/ SWEETHEART STROLL When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 Where: White Bear Lake Details: Travel to downtown White Bear Lake, discover the shops and dine at three local restaurants, ingredients, Rudy’s Redeye Grill and Washington Square. $60/ person includes the meals and libations, gratuity and tax. Details mailed following registration. Contact: 763-792-6000 isd12.org/communityeducation

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 Where: Lino Lakes YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Details: Childcare and activities provided so parents can enjoy an afternoon/evening out. $25; registration required. Contact: 651-795-9622 or ymcatwincities.org/ locations/lino_lakes_ ymca/

Fridays through March 18 Where: Centennial Middle School Details: Players wishing to separate by skill level can play on different courts. No advance registration requires; $5 per session. Contact: 651-982-2440 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

TODDLER STORYTIME When: 11 a.m. Tuesdays Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children ages 2-3 and a caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anokacountylibrary.org

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When: 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights HEARTSAVER Cir., Circle Pines FIRST AID CPR/AED Details: Stories, songs CERTIFICATION and fingerplays for When: 6-9:30 p.m. children of all ages and a Tuesday, Feb. 9 caregiver. No registration Where: Centennial required. Closed Community Ed WINTER WALKING Thanksgiving Day. conference room, 4707 When: 6-8 p.m. Contact: 763-717-3294 or Tuesdays and Thursdays North Rd., Circle Pines anokacountylibrary.org through March 31 Details: Participants HOW WILLS AND Where: Centennial TRUSTS CAN AND not required to have CANNOT HELP YOU medical training and will High School West QUILTING CLUB receive completion card. Details: Walk When: 6:30-8 p.m. When: 9:30 a.m. 2nd Adult, child and infant the hallways of the Tuesday, Feb. 2 and 4th Tuesdays CPR, choking and AED high school. No preWhere: Centennial Where: Lino Lakes skills covered. registration required. High School East, room Senior Center, 1189 Main Contact: 763-792-6000 Check in upon arrival. 102, 4881 101st Ln., Circle St. isd12.org/communityContact: 763-792-6000 Pines Details: Seniors can isd12.org/communityDetails: Class explores education work on quilting projects. education the purposes for estate Contact: 651-982-2440 or planning, basic plans ci.lino-lakes.mn.us SECURING AND for married couples and PRESERVING OPEN VOLLEYBALL single individuals, and RETIREMENT When: 6:30-9:45 p.m. MINNESOTA TOPS

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Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N Details: Learn how to When: 6 p.m. be more productive, gain Wednesdays Where: Lexington City confidence, reduce stress, and have more personal Hall, community room, time by being better 9180 Lexington Ave. N. organized. Class helps Details: Lose weight anyone with paper clutter with portion control. and things to do. $21/ Local chapter of TOPS resident, plus $12 supply (Take Off Pounds fee, includes DVD and Sensibly) invites men workbook. Registration and women to weekly required. meetings. Contact: 651-490-4750 or Contact: 763-780-8270 shoreviewcommunity BRIDGE AND CRIBBAGE center.com When: 12:30 p.m. Thursdays DIVE-IN MOVIE Where: Lino Lakes When: 7 p.m. Friday, Senior Center, 1189 Main Jan. 29 St. Where: Shoreview Details: Seniors can Community Center, 4580 play bridge and cribbage. Victoria St. N. Contact: 651-982-2440 or Details: Guests can ci.lino-lakes.mn.us watch ‘Inside Out’ while floating on water noodles, relaxing on floatables, NEIGHBORHOODS or lounging on poolside NEARBY chairs. No registration required. Contact: 651-490-4750 or shoreviewcommunty LUNCH AND center.com TABLE GAMES When: Noon Wednesday, Jan. 27 ‘TIS A PUZZLEMENT: THE JOYS OF FUGALITY’ Where: Christ the Servant Lutheran When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Church, 3676 Centerville Jan. 29 Where: St. Andrews Rd., Vadnais Heights Lutheran Church, Details: Bring a bag 900 Stillwater Rd., lunch and play games with friends. Coffee and Mahtomedi dessert provided. Details: Concert/talk Contact: 651-204-6000 featuring internationallyor cityvadnaisheights. known pianist and com composer Peter Arnstein, performing works by Bach, Barber, Schubert, and Arnstein. Reception ‘GET YOUR ACT follows. Free admission. TOGETHER!’ Contact: peterarnstein. When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. com Thursday, Jan. 28 Where: Shoreview

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Cougar girls warm to blanket service project It didn't take long for the latest team service project by the Centennial girls' hockey team to make a difference. Coach Kristi King's team made 12 colorful flannel tie blankets over Christmas break and delivered them to Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare in St. Paul on Jan. 18, as part of one of the teams service projects. Jacque Jenkins, Gillette Children's Guest Services, said they greatly appreciate the donation and know the blankets will immedi-

ately get put to use. As she was explaining how the patients will have a new blanket waiting for them when they return to their room after a surgery or procedure, a mother was passing by and vouched for how much the patients love them. Her daughter, who just happened to be from SUBMITTED Centennial, had her ap- Colorful and useful: The Centennial girls' hockey team is pictured with the fruits of their labor: Front Row: Sara Moen, Emily pendix out recently and Nadeau and Annie Juergens. Middle row: Anna Taschner. Back row: Jacque Jenkins, Skylar Menke, Hailee Berg, Gabbie Hughes, when she was wheeled Hannah Backman, Anneke Linser, and Ed Jenkins. back to her room, a new blanket was there waitincluding 15 helmets. The team also donated took the opportunity to With the new locker ing for her. She said some used equipment to clean out some space rooms being constructher daughter absolutely the Lino Lakes Park and Mark Aguirre and found plenty of old ed at Centennial Sports loved the blanket and Recreation Department, equipment and apparel. Arena, the coaches still loves it today.

Cougars alpine team ski back to back conference races TAYLORS FALLS, MN AND DRESSER, WI - Centennial boys and girls alpine teams completed in back to back conference slalom races on Jan 19 at Wild Mountain and Jan 21 at Trollhaugen. The girls varsity team racked up second place on both nights, making it four consecutive second place finishes. Cougar boys finished fourth at Wild and third at Troll setting up tight competi-

tion heading into the fifth and final conference race on Jan 28. Once again Chisago Lakes girls and boys took first place at both events. For the girls it was all about the juniors at Wild with Tessa Trettel and Morgan Belting finishing fourth and 15th overall in a field of 80 skiers. Close behind were seniors Emily Deboer 16th, Delaney Warren 18th, and Jessica Zola 20th. Also

contributing points were Anna Lundeen 28th, and Emily Toensing 33rd. The girls tallied 433 points claiming second place behind Chisago Lakes (516) and besting Northwest Alpine (394), Armstrong (296), Blane (273), Andover (210), and Anoka (199). Standout JV girls were Brook Robinson finishing in the top spot, Maddie Nordness third and Bailey Hoff fifth. The boys team placed

fourth at Wild behind a solid ninth place overall finish by Blake Valerius against a field of 90. The remaining point scoring runs by the boys all finished in the top half of the varsity results including David Espe 31st, Ryan Trettel 33rd, Zach Beddow 34th, Jack Harris 38th, Jake Brewer 42nd and Zac Olson 44th. Chisago Lakes led the field with 640 points followed by Irondale (526), Blaine

(489), Centennial (476), Andover (459), Anoka (443), Coon Rapids (366), Northwest Alpine (347), Camplin Park (320) and Armstrong (304). Leading the Cougars JV squad was Luca Ciampone second overall, Adam Namyst fifth, and Ben Johnson seventh. Marc Aguirre

Cougars send Maple Grove packing in overtime BY MARK AGUIRRE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

the Cougars to a Northwest Suburban Conference triumph over Maple Grove last Thursday. Cody McLean had a first-period power play goal, and Tyler Nyman a short-handed beauty in the middle frame. Jack Kelly scored late in the second period for the host Crimson, before Jayden Walsh knotted the game with a goal at 11:02. The game remained tied 2-2 until Nyman came through

Centennial wrestling Jake was one of two Centennial wrestlers to take top honors in their weight class in the Eastview Invitational. The Cougar junior went unbeaten in his 130-pound weight class, beating Rosemount star Adam Hedin 8-5 in the finals. Jake also participates in Soccer. He was named two-time All-conference, Captain, two-time section champion, twotime state entrant, won the Eastview Invite and named outstanding wrestler. Jake is also a Peer Leader and served in Kids’ Ministries at Eagle Brook Church for three years.

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with his second goal of the game at 15:29 to send Centennial home winners. Fellows was in the nets for the victory. All the scoring came in the first period in the game that pitted the Cougars against Suburban East Conference representative White Bear Lake to begin the week. Nyman and Dylan Klehr scored just under 3:00 apart to stake Centennial and goaltender Nathan Fellows to a 2-0 lead. The Bears got back into the

game on a Brett Meister goal at 10:52 of the second period, but that's as close as they could come. Centennial entertains Elk River on Thursday night, and will host Brainerd on Saturday evening. Fellows finished with 17 saves en route to the win, and Bear counterpart Bob Parenteau was called on to make 16 saves.

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The Centennial boys' hockey team's winning streak ballooned to seven games following their exciting overtime triumph over host Moorhead last Saturday. Dylan Klehr scored at 2:59 of the overtime session to lift the Cougars to 13-5-1 overall. Centennial had a 35-18 advantage in shots-on-goal and was 2-for-3

on the power play. Nate Fellows turned away 16 shots in the Cougar nets to earn the win and Lucas McGregor had a huge night, scoring power play goals in both the second and third periods. Centennial (10-1-1, 13-5-1) is alone on top the NSC, followed by Blaine (9-2, 14-4), Spring Lake Park (9-3, 13-6), Elk River (9-3-1, 12-6-1), and Maple Grove (7-4, 8-11). One goal in each period and some tough team defense lifted

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continued to perform as expected. The ERZ team was the strongest that the Cougars have faced to date, however, and the duo was not enough to pull the team through to victory without supporting players Amy Marrah and Madison Dorn who were both out due to illness. Even so, highlights were: Vault-Gessner 1st place at 9.7 and Binder 2nd place at 9.025; Floor—Gessner 2nd place at 9.45 and Binder 3rd place at 9.3; All Around—Gessner 5th place at 34.85. With two Varsity

gymnasts out, the top JV performers moved up to the higher level of competition. As a result Gymnasts who previously had competed in Exhibition only competed in true JV in this competition. JV gymnasts who shined in this meet were: All-Around--Savanna Driskell 3rd place at 25.4 and Chelsea Gunter 4th place at 25.3. Also of note was Lexie Mercado, who competed in All-Around for the first time this season. Kathryn Timm

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The next steps: Wildlife Science Center begins effort to move from DNR land BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER STAFF WRITER

COLUMBUS — After the DNR served the Wildlife Science Center with an eviction notice and six months to leave the premises, the WSC is in a frenzy to figure out its next move. Founder Peggy Callahan said that the facility had been planning to move away from DNR land for a while, since the WSC owns a suitable tract of land in Linwood. However, the termination of the lease was unexpected—and unfair, in Callahan's eyes. Normally, Callahan said the process of moving the facility would take four to six years, and initial estimations of the cost had run up to $6 million. In the face of an imminent move, their timeline has forced them to reduce six years to six months, and $6 million to $500,000. “We can't even build until the frost is out, so they've given us pretty much three months, not six,” Callahan said. Approximately 100 animals are currently housed at the center, many of them rescued and endangered, including several breeds of wolves, bears, bobcats, lynx, porcupines, foxes, skunks and all manner of raptors. “There are 14 enclosures we have to build for large mammals; it's not like throwing up a dog kennel,”

Callahan said. Everything will have to be built anew—the current enclosures cannot simply be moved, because they will begin to lose structural integrity. Callahan said that the center is trapped “between a rock and a hard place” given the claims of the DNR about its reasons for terminating the lease. A big part of it seems to be the matter of alterations to the facility— Callahan said that the last time the center was inspected, it was by a fire marshal and the site passed code. Now the DNR is claiming a number of violations that sprung seemingly out of nowhere: things such as improvements made to enlarge an egress window, removing a wood burner and cutting a hole in a wall for a dog door without DNR permission—all things that Callahan said she has not done. In fact, she said the “dog door” referred to is actually an opening cut back in the '80s when the site was federally funded, and that it has only ever been used to house singing wolves—a gift from the Minnesota Zoo. Callahan believes that the DNR wants to use the land for storing its fleet of vehicles. “They have long-term plans to have fleet housing, and we're in their way,” she said. Despite the short notice, Callahan said that the center's eventual move will come as a relief.

“No one wants to leave this land as much as we do,” she said. She said that having control of their own onsite programs, as well as the ability to draw visitors in with a more appealing design will make a huge difference in the center's programming and outreach. “We were once planning a Fun Run, and it took [the DNR] 10 months to decide whether or not we could have one,” she said. Callahan said that she has also heard misconceptions from the center's supporters. “People think that if we just fix this place up, the DNR will let us stay,” she said. In reality, the WRC has determined to make the move to Linwood: the main question is how much fundraising can be done and how much construction can be accomplished at the new site within the given time period. Ideally, the WRC would be able to stay until the end of its lease in 2017 to give it time to prepare the new site, but it is unknown whether the DNR will reconsider its terms. “[The DNR] didn't burn a bridge, they napalmed a bridge,” Callahan said. The center held a brainstorming meeting on Saturday, Jan. 16 to come up with further solutions to managing the move. Meanwhile, it has begun to receive donations in an online fundraiser. “The people who support us

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Above: A curious bobcat comes to the fence to inspect visitors at the Wildlife Science Center in Columbus. Above left: A gray wolf in one of the enclosures at the Wildlife Science Center in Columbus. Above Right: The red wolf is one of several endangered species currently housed at the Wildlife Science Center.

are extremely loyal, but they're the people who can give us $50, not $500,000,” she said. “Which is still great, but grassroots takes longer.” The fundraiser can be found at www.givemn.org/ project/provide-a-new-homefor-wsc568ef1ab558a5, or from the WSC website's main page at www.wildlifesciencecenter. org. At time of press, the center has raised $8,200 dollars of the $500,000 goal. The next step, Callahan

said, is trying to lobby the Legislature to allow more time for the move. The DNR has not yet responded to the center's requests and has yet to provide a public copy of the eviction notice. The Lowdown attempted to reach out to Paul Telander, the DNR's wildlife section manager, for comment, but was not able to establish contact at press time. The Lowdown will publish updates as they become available.

Coyote rescued at local business BY SARA MARIE MOORE STAFF WRITER

SHOREVIEW — Ecumen employees had a “pet” coyote in their office for a few hours earlier this month. Ecumen receptionist Jillian Davis spotted a coworker, Rose Lenzner, standing on the sidewalk outside the office early in the morning Monday, Jan. 11. It was 13 degrees below zero outside, and Davis wondered what she was doing, so she went to investigate. Lenzner was eyeing up what she thought was an injured dog that she had seen emerge from the woods in the back of the building from her third floor window. While Davis and Lenzner watched the animal walk towards the street from the front parking lot, it saw them. It then began stumbling towards them. When it got close enough they realized it was a wild canine, and they thought it was a fox. It only had fur on its head and front legs. They kept backing up several feet at a time until they were next to the office door. They weren't afraid of it since it was in such dire condition. “She was not going anywhere very fast,”

said Davis. “She kept following us all the way to the front door.” Then they held the door open. The canine entered the first door of the double door vestibule and went straight for the heater, leaning up against it. “I think she felt the warmth and she just walked right in,” said Davis. Another employee rushed and grabbed a blanket she had in her office, which the animal promptly went toward. Lenzner called the police. An officer arrived about 15 minutes after the animal was inside and then the sergeant of the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office brought an animal control vehicle. It was then that Lenzner and Davis found out the animal was a female coyote. Ecumen CEO Kathryn Roberts knew about the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville and insisted the coyote be brought there. “She told the cop sternly, 'You take her here. They will take care of her,'” said Davis. The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office escorted the coyote to the center in the animal control van, accompanied by two squad cars with flashing lights.

“They treated it like a dying person,” said Davis. “It was absolutely heartwarming.” The coyote was tested for mange, an infection caused by a parasitic mite which can be a normal inhabitant of the fur, said Leslie Reed, veterinarian at the center. Often the mites take over and cause mange when an animal's immune system is compromised with another illness. The infection affects the hair follicles, causing fur to fall out. The itchiness also causes an infected animal to scratch themselves, inflating the problem. A skin scraping of the coyote didn't turn up any mites, but Reed is confident her other symptoms point to mange. Canines and squirrels are the animals most susceptible to mange. Animals with mange are prone to secondary infections. “That is what may kill them,” said Reed. But so far the rescued coyote is doing well. “It is mobile and eating,” said Phil Jenni, executive director of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. The coyote has been running to the corner of her kennel when staff approach,

which is a good sign, according to Jenni. “Most urban coyotes are used to people. We want to make sure they maintain their caution.” The coyote is being treated with antiparasitic medicines: Ivermectin, which is placed in her food and Selamectin, a topical medicine. She is also being treated with antibiotics and pain relievers. It will take 4-6 weeks for the mange to be treated and several weeks for her fur to grow back. “I don't think we have seen cases with mange this bad,” said Jenni. “Its tail looks like a mouse or opossum.” The center treated 12,000 animals from over 150 different species in 2015, but it rarely gets adult coyotes — maybe two or three a year. “The ones we do get in are very sick or injured,” said Reed. Davis delivered donations of towels, blankets, food and money from Ecumen employees to the center four days after the coyote had been rescued. Ecumen is a senior housing and services company headquartered in Shoreview. “Everyone has adopted her as their own,”

said Davis, who had to reroute employees to another entrance while the coyote rested in the front door vestibule. “It was like having a cute little pet for a couple hours.” The donations of towels and blankets will be used in the kennels and cages for animals at the center. The bedding is changed three times per day. “We go through that stuff a lot,” said Jenni. If the female coyote recovers it will be released in a wooded area close to where it was found, at the intersection of County Road E and Lexington Avenue. “All adult animals we release to as near as possible to where they were found,” said Jenni. “We're not going to release it on Lexington Avenue.” Jenni wants residents to know coyotes don't pose a threat to humans and there are more of them in the Shoreview area than most people realize. He did say cats off leash outdoors are in danger of being attacked by a coyote. And he wishes residents would keep their cats inside or on a leash anyway, since they often kill wild birds if they are left outside.

The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is strictly a wildlife hospital. All animals are brought to the center by members of the public, 95 percent of which are dropped off by “regular people,” said Jenni. The center is a nonprofit organization fully funded by donations. “It's all kind-hearted people,” said Jenni. “We've got about 12,000 regular donors.” The center started as a student organization at the University of Minnesota vet school in 1979. The center has three full-time veterinarians, more than any other wildlife center in the country, said Jenni. It will hold an open house from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday Feb. 7. While the wild animals can never be viewed by the public, this is the only time of year the public can see beyond the center's reception area. Children are given stuffed animals to bring in the clinic area to be “treated.” Usually about 1,000 people come. For more information visit wrcmn.org. If you have an injured or sick wild animal to deliver call 651-486-9453.

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prompted her to apply for the governor's Asian Pacific council. She was appointed last September. "I want to promote our culture and get Polynesian people together to make them aware of opportunities here," she said. Rugby is popular in her native country and a growing sport in America, added Winey, who co-owns the Youngbloodz 7s. Two of her 20-something players are trying out for the Olympic team, hoping to compete in Rio for Team USA. Was it a culture shock to come to Minnesota? "Growing up on an island, it's your goal to

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Serving as a high chief in her native Samoa is just one of Faamati Aumua Winey's many duties. The busy Dellwood woman also owns five Snap Fitness franchises, is president of the Quad Area Chamber of Commerce, co-owns a rugby team, manages a campaign for a state senate candidate and serves on the governor's Asian Pacific Council. Winey admits her lifestyle is hectic, but the 39-year-old businesswoman would have it no other way. It all started in 2000 when she moved to Minnesota from Samoa to marry her husband, Mark Winey. They met in American Samoa when Winey was working for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. He is a graduate of White Bear Lake Area High School and returned to the area to take over his dad's business, Magnepan. After a few visits to the state, Faamati accepted Winey's marriage proposal. Then she began a franchise search. "I come from the tropics where there are always activities," she said. "In the wintertime in Minnesota, what are you going to do? We decided to look into fitness gyms." The couple purchased their first Snap Fitness in Lino Lakes in 2004, becoming the fourth owner in the state. That was followed by more purchases in yearly succession of fitness facilities in Blaine, Stillwater, Hugo and Forest Lake. The Hugo gym is her lowest-performing location, Winey said, something she attributes to competition. "It seems the more competition I have, the harder I work at that gym." Rent at the strip mall adjoining Festival Foods is steep

leave," she replied. "To go overseas for better education, a better life. Then someday you go back. When I retire, I'll likely go back." Is her husband OK with that? "I think so. Although he'd rather retire in Colorado." Her business acumen is already churning in regards to retirement revenue. "My family has some beach land so I would be happy to run a small getaway for tourists. One of the perks as chief is to inherit land. It took me leaving the island to realize the potential of that oceanfront property. Now I see the value of a view."

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Above Left: Snap Fitness franchise owner Faamati Winey is also Samoan chief Above Right: Faamati Winey's tattoo, called a malu, is considered a sacred symbol and shown only during traditional dance or special occasions.

and there is no space to expand, but Winey said she is committed to the location. There is nowhere else to move in Hugo. Still, buying the franchises was a good choice, she noted. At the time, each location cost about $150,000, with Forest Lake a bit higher. "It was a risk, but I've always liked adventure," Winey said. A Snap Fitness is 24/7 like some other clubs but membership is month to month. Each location has a manager and personal trainers. There is a requirement from corporate to remodel every 10 years, so the Hugo location will get a facelift this winter. "For us to compete with other gyms, we must invest in new equipment. It's costly but it will be nice," she noted. The Samoan chief returns to her island country in the South Pacific at least once a year to visit her extensive family and perform her duties. It's rare for a woman to inherit the title, but when her father died in 2012,

Winey's family decided as eldest, she should be the one to carry on his legacy. She became high chief on the day of his funeral. "The chief makes decisions for the family and the village," Winey explained. "The Samoan system is run by chiefs. If you are not a chief, you don't have a voice in the village." Winey is obligated as chief to contribute financially to the church and school and to families for weddings and funerals. She is from a village called Tiavea. It is also traditional for relatives living overseas to support the family. In honor of her late father, Winey got a traditional tattoo; something considered sacred in her culture. Other than the chief, only a high chief's daughter is allowed to have the special tattoo, she said. Its design is intricate and painstaking, going from her knee to below the hip, and designates her ancestry and title. There are very few Samoans in Minnesota, noted Winey, which

The event will give veterans the opportunity to meet other veterans in the area. The event will feature information from various veterans organizations: Minnesota Assistance

Council for Veterans, American Legion, VA Vet Center and the County Veterans Service Officer. Information on Lino Lakes' Beyond the Yellow Ribbon steering committee will also be available.

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Lino hosts veterans networking dinner A free spaghetti dinner for veterans and their families will be offered 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lino Lakes.

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DEATH NOTICES • Sharon Rose Hale, 74, of Circle Pines, died Jan. 21, 2016. Memorial service 2 p.m. Jan. 30, 2016 at Woodcrest Baptist Church, 6875 University Ave., Minneapolis.

• Scott B. Haverson, 60, of Circle Pines, died Jan. 20. Funeral service was Jan. 25 at Holcomb-Henry-Boom-Purcell Funeral Home. Interment Roselawn Cemetery.

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switch her contract over to strictly CenturyLink. “We have had such a bad experience with Comcast,” she said. Being on the committee will give her an opportunity to ensure good cable options, she said. Another reason she is excited to be on the cable committee is she feels she already built a good working relationship with the representative this fall. “When I met the CenturyLink representative for this area, we really hit it off,” she said. Another area Maher is passionate about are some ideas she has for creative residential housing — particularly involving retaining farmland. She would like to see neighborhoods centered around farms, which she thinks will add to Lino Lakes' reputation as a progressive city. She doesn't want to see all of Lino Lakes' farmland disappear. “I think we can be a lot more creative than cookie-cutter developments,” she said. Maher is currently the secretary on her neighborhood Homeowner's Association Board, which includes 150 homes. She got involved because she wanted to see changes in the handling of requests neighbors were making for changes to the exteriors of their homes. She thought the board was too

strict. “I volunteered because I was upset at the way they were handling business,” she said. “I'm never one to just sit and complain. If I have an issue, I get involved.” Maher is an attorney. “Right out of law school I went into practice by myself,” she said. “A neighbor came to my door and asked me to represent them.” She has spent most of her career in family law, “a lot of high-conflict divorce,” she said. Maher said her experience as an attorney will help her as she serves on council. “Basically all of my legal training is to look at a problem and analyze all the angles and find a solution,” she said. Her experience working with people who don't agree with her and her training in mediation will help when the council has disagreements, she noted. Michael Manthey Manthey hopes to be able to communicate agenda items to the community and use his firefighting background to be involved in public safety decisions. Manthey will be serving on the Anoka County Joint Law Enforcement Council, in which he will help plan law enforcement resource sharing. Anoka County's law enforcement resource sharing is unique in the state of Minnesota and includes the

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Anoka County Dispatch Center, collaborative criminal investigative services and a countywide law enforcement records management system. Manthey served as a Centennial Fire District (CFD) firefighter for the last 12 years and was a captain at Fire Station No. 2 on Lake Drive. He retired from the district after he was elected to the City Council in November. He said it would have been a conflict of interest to remain a firefighter with the district, or even apply to be a firefighter with the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department. “The unfortunate thing is I loved being a firefighter,” he said. “Only being retired for a few weeks, I still miss it.” Manthey said he originally became interested in

the City Council when its members began talking about leaving the CFD and starting the city’s own fire service. “It was a precursor to get me involved,” he said. “I started going and seeing how the city is run.” He wanted Lino Lakes to stay in the CFD. After attending meetings for a year and a half or so, he said to himself, “Maybe I can make a difference here.” When people who were “disenfranchised with the council” began to tell him they would elect him, he decided to run for a seat in the Nov. 2015 election. He thought: “I'd like to provide a different voice.” He cites his election process as a positive experience. “I cannot thank the community enough,” he said. “Four years ago I

never would have thought of running for City Council.” Manthey said he knew a lot of people in the community through being a firefighter and an assistant high school volleyball coach for about a decade. “Between that and the fire district, you get to know a lot of people.” Manthey said he still doesn't support Lino Lakes' new fire station, which began full service this month. “I'm not at all promoting the new Lino fire department,” he said. “We did not want that fire station, particularly at the price point and location it was put in. A large majority of the community did not want to pull out.” He thought the decision happened too quickly, the price was too high and the location on city property not very close to residential areas was not good. “Why we needed a new exclusive fire station out in the middle of nowhere is beyond me,” he said, stating he thinks its size doesn't fit how much it will be used. “In my mind it is an extremely expensive garage.” He said the Centennial Fire District was not consulted in the planning of the new fire service. “None of our input was used at all in the process,” he said. “It gave us a feeling we would have no rep-

resentation. It's difficult for when over a decade we put ourselves on the line.” But his disapproval of the fire station isn't about his personal life as a firefighter, he said. It was about money. “I want to make sure people know it is because I had inside information, not that it affected me as a firefighter,” he said. “I didn't want my taxes to go up for a service [to replace] the best in the country that didn't need to be messed with.” He said a good fire service needs “good people and good vehicles,” but not an “expensive mammoth of a building.” Yet he supports the individual firefighters who are working with the new fire service. “It doesn't take away from what they do,” he said. Manthey realizes he won't be able to change the past. “I guess my role is to limit any more unnecessary spending,” he said. “It's going to be a touchy subject.” But Manthey said he doesn't like a fight, he just has a different opinion. Overall, as a City Council member Manthey hopes to be able to “make sure people know I am there to support them,” he said. “I'm just excited to be on the City Council.” “This is not a political career,” he said. “I just did it to be another voice.”

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“I've devoted my life to helping others,” said Schweigert, who has been a firefighter for 15 years. “This is another way to help my community.” He has been captain of Centennial Fire District (CFD) Station No. 1 in Circle Pines for five years and also works full-time for CFD Minnesota Fire Hire as a grant administrator. He manages a federal grant for the hiring and retention of fi refighters in Anoka

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SCHOOL BRIEFS Centennial announces nominees for “Triple A� award Seniors Tara Chapman and Garrett Hanson were nominated for the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) Academics, Arts and Athletics Award, “Triple A,� last week. The Triple A Award acknowledges a male and female high school senior with a 3.0 GPA or higher who participates in athletics, fine arts, theater, speech and music. Both Chapman and Hanson are participants in a variety of programs at Centennial High School and involved in the community. Chapman’s awards and activities at Centennial include varsity swimming—captain, All-Conference, AllState, and All-American designations, swim scholarship—University of Minnesota, varsity track—All-Conference, state track meet, band—oboe, clarinet, wind ensemble, contest solo/ensemble—“superior� rating, marching band and peer leader. Hanson’s awards and activities at Centennial include varsity boys soccer,

varsity football, band— trumpet, wind ensemble, contest solo/ensemble—“superior� rating, marching band, choir—tenor section leader, Minnesota All-State Choir, All-Conference Choir, contest solo/duet—“superior� rating, National Honor Society, PSEO student at Northwestern University, peer leader and church vocalist. The top male and female students in the state, as determined by a point system, will be announced by MSHSL officials in March. For more information visit www.mshsl.org . Centennial High School theater honored The cast of Centennial's “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee� production in November was honored by the Hennepin Theatre Trust's Spotlight on Education Program this month. Centennial was among 47 Minnesota schools evaluated by the program during the 2015 fall semester. The Trust recognized musical theater accomplishments of students and schools through assessments by theater professionals and educators. Shows are

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not compared or ranked against each other, so categories may have multiple honorees. Centennial High School received the following honors: Honorable Mention: Overall Performance; Outstanding Technical Achievement; Honorable Mention: Ensemble Performance; Honorable Mention: Vocal Performance; Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role: Will Rafferty as William Barfee; Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role: Courtney Klein as Olive Ostrovsky; Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role: Adam Drabek as Mitch Mahoney/Olive's Dad; Honorable Mention Performance in a Leading Role: Isabelle Sorenson as Rona Perretti/Olive's Mom; Honorable Mention Performance in a Leading Role: Sammy Laterell as Logainne Schwartzandgrubenniere; Evaluator Shout-Out: Nate Averbeck; Evaluator Shout-Out: Nathan Navaril. For more information visit www. hennepintheatretrust.org.

LETTERS TO THE EDITORS Applauding Emmer on Cuba relations I want to thank and applaud 6th District Congressman Tom Emmer for his work toward lifting the trade embargo on Cuba. Unlike most of his Republican colleagues in the Congress, he is not an obstructionist, he has an open mind, he cares about people, he wants to do the right thing. He knows that when we get to know perceived enemies we can become friends and everyone benefits. Bud Dixen Circle Pines Recycled unwanted pole dance article The headline story for the Quad Press on January 12 was "Poling to the top"? And almost a page and a half was dedicated to explaining how this "sexy flow" style "drama," complete with pictures of women in platform stilettos clinging to a pole, is a legitimate athletic sport? I honestly have to say that this was the last thing I expected (or wanted) to see when I unwrapped our paper last week. It's sad to see something that used to be confined to strip clubs delivered to our front door with a plea that we now consider it mainstream. We enjoy

reading the Quad Press, but this edition went straight to the recycling basket. Martha Walmsley Lino Lakes To our firefighters of Centennial Fire District – Station 2 Lino Lakes As we inch toward the date that Lino Lakes is no longer a part of CFD (Centennial Fire District), I want to extend a big THANK YOU. Thank you for your dedication, for your selflessness, for your sacrifices and for your hearts. You do what you do because of your calling to serve others and to make a positive difference in the lives of the communities in which you live. You have made an incredible impact on so many people in Lino Lakes in so many different ways. Sadly, our city handled the most important element – the human element – of its decision

to separate from CFD very poorly. So you need to hear from those who know you both directly and indirectly – you are so very appreciated. Whatever each of you choose to do and wherever you choose to go , you undoubtedly will carry yourselves with the same high level of integrity and strong giving spirit. Those around you will continue to gain because of who you are. I’m sure I’m speaking on behalf of all of your families and friends: You make us proud. You are our heroes. Angie Robinson Lino Lakes Opposing Lino council ‘Joint Powers Agreement’ votes The Lino Lakes City Council's vote in 2015 to unanimously and unilaterally annul the joint powers agreement (JPA) that created the Centennial Fire

Department went against: the majority of firemen, the majority of the Circle Pines City Council, the majority of the Centerville City Council and the majority of Lino Lakes voters. Proof of the last statement was convincingly demonstrated in the November election with the removal of both incumbent council members. Inexplicably, this did not convince Lino Lakes City Council that its actions were not representative of the people’s will. In the final weeks of their tenure, just days before Christmas when no one was looking, they unanimously voted to double down on their original mistake and make it as permanent as they could by passing a rule to tie the hands of future city councils, placing restrictions on the ability of our city to

enter into any type of public safety JPA. In my opinion this behavior flies in the face of a representative democracy. These are the same politicians who so smugly shrugged off petitions from their public as "anarchy," who repeatedly denied us as stakeholders our right to vote on proposals from the Charter Commission, used "creative financing" and paid a premium with our money to avoid a vote

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NOW HIRING company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now!!! Hibb's & Co. 763/389-0610

251 Operations Coordinator

Please contact Jana at 612-290-5452 or apply online at jlschwieters.com

Schwieters Millwork is looking for an individual to build & assemble our custom trim builds in our Millwork shop. Carpentry exp. is a must for this position. Duties include: • building trim components for new residential & commercial construction • working w/wood • operating saws

Live-in Caregivers Unique opp to work with the leading provider of live-in care for the elderly in their Twin Cities home. 7d on / 7d off, $959/ week Exp. Req'd 763-231-9000 (ask about our sign on bonus) www. Homecaresolutions mn.com

Framing Carpenters Seeking entry level and experienced carpenters for Residential and Commercial construction

Experienced short order cook P/t hours to start, subject to change to more. Must be available for night & weekend shifts. Wage is negotiable. Apply in person at VFW White Bear Lake 4496 Lake Avenue S.

RAILROAD VEGETATION CONTROL Full-time traveling opportunity, 60-80 hours/week $12-15/hour starting, meal allowance, paid lodging & benefit package. RAW, Inc. in Cooperstown, ND – 888/700-0292

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DIETARY AIDE/COOK

Kcurrier@linolakesal.com 763-267-6183

Maintenance III Mechanic position available in the Public Works Department: Central Garage. Position performs maintenance and repair of city vehicles and equipment (electrical, gas and diesel). The mechanic is a technical and skilled position requiring the performance of maintenance and repair of city vehicles as well as electrical, gas and diesel equipment. Minimum qualifications include; five years’ experience as a mechanic (Journeyman), high school diploma or equivalent and a degree in Vehicular Mechanics from an accredited institution. Possess and bring tools and tool box necessary to properly repair and maintain vehicles, light duty trucks and equipment and Minnesota Class B Commercial Driver’s License. Salary range $19.39 - $25.78

Like to clean? Looking for work? Call Tom @ 651-308-9204

WANTED

Lessons/ Schools

Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf, Independent ContracFLUTE-WB AREA tor, $12-15/hr, up to Master teacher-Fun! 20 hrs/wk. Flexible All ages 651-776-1781 hours Details at www.hugofood shelf.org/uncatego . rized/want-to-work-forthe-food-shelf

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Furniture

PCA needed in Hugo, 15hr/week-flexible. Easy-going, cheerful and pleasant woman needs assist with light housekeeping and accompanying to appointments and errands. Please call 612-340.0733 Ask for Selena or Becki

Dining Room Set Beautiful Oak

READ THEN RECYCLE! Full and Part Time

CNA/Home Health Aides Lino Lakes Assisted Living has openings for full and part-time Home Health Aides. AM, PM and overnight shifts. CNA or 2+ years experience required Home Health Aides assist residents with their activities of daily living, helping with bathing, dressing, grooming, etc. Our aides are not universal workers which allows them to focus exclusively on resident care. Additional training in medication passing offered, and other advancement opportunities available. We offer competitive wages and FT benefits. Please submit job interest online at linolakesal.com, send a resume to alavalle@linolakesal.com or stop by and fill out an application in person. $500 sign on bonus for FT position

Rectangular table w/tile inserts, 4 oak chairs, two are captains Very Good Condition

$175 call 651-407-8345

358 Firewood 2 yr. dry oak 8'x4'x16” $130 delivrd 982-1672 Oak firewood $150 /stove cord delivered. $90 you pick up. 20 mi. radius of Forest LK 651-214-7553

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QUAD COMMUNITY PRESS

JANUARY 26, 2016

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Podiatrist– Foot Specialist Dr. Christopher Phillips Medical and Surgical Management of the Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine

NEW REFINANCE 2016 Guidelines are here! CHECK THIS OUT: WHAT *NO home value restrictions ARE YOU *NO 2nd mortgage restrictions WAITING FOR? *NO bankruptcy restrictions *NO mortgage insurance restrictions (*for most mortgage programs)

Treatment of Adults and Children with Foot Conditions

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• Ingrown Toenails • Arch & Heel Pain • Bunions • Hammer Toes • Senior & Diabetic Foot Care • Arthritic Feet

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Snowmobile falls through Rice Lake BY SARA MARIE MOORE STAFF WRITER

LINO LAKES — A snowmobile is stuck at the bottom of Rice Lake until summer after two juvenile riders cracked through the ice Sunday, Jan. 10. “The rider lived, but the sled is at the bottom until summer,” relayed Bill Prinsen, president of the

Rice Creek Snowmobile Trail Association Club. One of the juveniles also fell through the ice, but both of them were on shore by the time the police arrived, said John Swenson, public safety director. Medical responders evaluated the juveniles at the scene. “They were evaluated and released to their parents,” said Swenson.

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REFINANCING F

United Methodist Women Sunday February 7, 2016

Serving Minnesota & Wisconsin Since 2000.

Kristin Dahl HOME LOAN EXPERT

Come out and hear about mission work, acts of service, and the music of Latin America.

2127 County Rd D East, Suite C Maplewood, MN 55109

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Worship Services 9:30am & 11:15am Guest Speaker - Lori McBride Music from the “Latin Band” David Martin — Bass Esti Price — Vocals Angel Diaz — Percussion LeAnn Lindgren — Saxophones

Lori McBride

The WBLUMC United Methodist Women sponsor a Sunday annually to educate, inform, and to invite participation.

Press ress Publications’ 31st Annual

WEDDING EXPO

White Bear Lake United Methodist Church 1851 Birch Street | White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-429-9026 | www.wblumc.org

Thank You To Everyone who made this event a success! • All Event Wizards • Arthur Murray • Arthur Murray Dancers • Bachmans • Best Day Ever • Bread Art • Buttered Toast • Cub Foods • Carlson Chiropractic Clinic • Dellwood Barn Weddings • Dr. Sarah Boo • Edina Realty- Linda Powers • Escape with Us Vacations

• Frank Murphy Fashions • Gary LaRue • Glitz & Glam • Grass Lake Photography • It Works Global • Julia House Photography • Kage Imagery • Kowalski • Lakeside Floral • Liberty Tree Farm • Mary Kay • Midwest Sound DJ Entertainment

• My Pan Party • North Metro Hilton • Partyon Stillwater • Pure Romance • Rat Pack Entertainment • Revive Salon • Rudy’s Redeye Grill • Salon Cheveux • Savvi Formalwear • Savvi Formalwear Models • Sienna Cole • Sienna Cole Models • Stella & Dot

Photos by Paul Dols

• Stillwater Printing • Strikke Knits • Tria Restaurant & Bar • The Nesting • Unreal Arrangements • White Bear Country Inn • Young Living Essential Oils

A big thank you to all the brides, grooms and their guests for attending the 31st annual show.