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Centennial School District Superintendent Brian Dietz thanks Sen. Roger Chamberlain (left), Rep. Linda Runbeck and Rep. Nolan West for attending the legislative breakfast Jan. 23 and tells them about key issues the district is facing.

Legislators commit to helping Centennial with key issues

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CIRCLE PINES — Residents of the community, school board members and Centennial School District staff members gathered early in the morning Jan. 23 in the Centennial High School Learning Commons to share their concerns with local legislators.

Sen. Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes), Rep. Linda Runbeck (R-Circle Pines) and Rep. Nolan West (R-Blaine) all attended the event.

Superintendent Brian Dietz thanked the legislators for their investment in education and gave them an update on Centennial. He then expressed some of the district's top concerns.

SEE KEY ISSUES, PAGE 3

Operation No Limits prepares youth to re-enter society

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LINO LAKES — A local nonprofit hopes to chart a path for the success of at-risk youth and make a positive difference in their futures.

Operation No Limits began in 2012 and officially became a nonprofit organization in 2013. The organization partners with Pines School and Anoka County and relies on many volunteers.

“I decided that these kids needed more than what they were getting.

They come here, they have structure and then they go home. So, they go from 100 percent structure to what you can only imagine what their lives are like outside of here. Typically it is not the best environment; It could be low socio-economic status, drugs, single-parent family, neglect, abuse ...” said Operation No Limits founder and Executive Director Lori Kordell.

The organization’s mission is to enhance the lives of at-risk youth through education, support, encouragement, positive experiences, life and social skill development and advocacy. Typically, the organization sees anywhere from 1,000 to 1,200 youth each year.

Operation No limits makes sure the youth have a successful transition back into society, and hopefully prevents them from becoming adult offenders.

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“These are kids. We’ve all made mistake; there is not one of us who hasn’t done something that they kind of regret they did. Some people get caught, some people don’t, and these kids did,” Kordell said. “No we are not going to fix them, but it’s a drop in the bucket, and we need to provide drops in their buckets.”

The organization has many focus SEE OPERATION NO LIMITS, PAGE 13

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KEY ISSUES: Legislators visit Centennial to hear about district’s concerns FROM PAGE 1

“In the past three years we have reduced $6.3 million worth of assets from our district overall. Last year specifically, we cut about $2.5 million worth of people. At some point that is going to catch up to us ... in four years that number will be closer to $8 million,” he said. “Having funding on the (basic) formula is important for our district overall. With the increase of costs and not having that formula funding to sustain these programs for us, we start taking chips away from our district. This year we've seen it in staff, services and programs.”

President of the Centennial Education Association Jeanne Scarr introduced the fi rst key concern/ question to the legislators: “What is your position on increasing funding on the formula to reflect annual cost of living increases?”

Scarr continued, “Our allotted dollars are insufficient to cover increased operating costs, and forces the district to fi nd other ways to fund our needs. Throughout the district’s history, it has been forced to go to the public with a proposed property tax increase about every two years,” she said. “With a history of failed levies, the district has cut programs and staff and increased the class size in order to balance the budget. Lack of funds may turn our great school into a good school.”

Chamberlain said, “I have been trying for seven years to make your job easier, so you don't have to worry about this stuff all the time. I think we can do some formula increase this year, but what can we do in conjunction with that? We have to fi nd ways to free up money that is already coming to the schools.”

Runbeck said, “I think you can be comforted knowing that the Republicans are in charge, because historically when in charge, Republicans have put money on the formula. We believe that the school districts are better able to figure out how to use that money if it comes in a big block.” She added, “I would make a commitment to putting more money on the formula, because it is the fairest way to distribute across the districts. We are going to work as hard as we can to deliver as much as we can to our district.”

West added, “I do expect an increase on the formula, I've heard that from the chair of education.”

Executive Director of Business Services Brady Hoffman introduced the second key concern/question: “What is your position on legislation to ensure equal access to levy dollars?”

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Residents of the community, school board members and Centennial School District staff members gathered to discuss key issues the district is currently facing and asking the legislators to commit to helping the district combat those issues.

Hoffman explained, “Centennial is the ‘poster child’ for inequity of funding in the state of Minnesota.

In comparison to other districts around us, Centennial's lack of equitable funding is attributed to a lack of business and industry base in our five communities,” he said.

“Our residents are paying a larger share of the district's tax levy, which leads to difficulty in passing a voterapproved levy increase. Centennial has continually made fiscally prudent decisions to lessen the burden on our taxpayers. We've also reduced our own budget to make up for the inequity in state funding.”

Runbeck said, “That is shocking, it seems like the disparity is growing.

It's so sad. Whatever we do at the Capitol to enable districts to raise their dollars, it seems like there have been greater benefits to other districts than ours. It's very discouraging.”

She added, “At the same time, we are so proud of the results of this district.

You could say that it's the best bargain out there, because there is a tremendous product. The dedication of the district to produce that product is phenomenal, but at some point you need to be seeing some benefits as well.”

West said, “The disparity is outrageous and a lot of that does come from property tax bases here compared to other places, and it is not

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nearly as effective. A school district in Edina is going to do pretty darn well in terms of being able to fund (its) own stuff and not have to try to get through the legislative process.”

Chamberlain said, “Our job is to make your job easier. We've been wrestling this bear for many years.

I'm all for making this more fair.

We can't get everything we want, but I think we have a lot of things in the bucket that we can deal with. I support it. We are committed and I'm committed to continuing to work at this.”

Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Scott Johnson introduced the final concern/question: “What is your position to provide fi nancial support for unfunded and underfunded mandates?”

Johnson noted, “Centennial continues to be a leader in academics and innovation. We out-perform other regional and comparable districts as well as the state of Minnesota. Yet we still see additional mandates coming forward that lack dollars and devote our time away from students,” he said, adding some examples including teacher/administration evaluations, the requirement that schools pay for ACT/SAT testing with funding that is contingent on state funding, and computer-based testing which increases demand on technology and creates additional fi nancial burdens.

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West said, “I think we have enough mandates. I don't see why we should continually tell school districts what to do and micromanage. I think school boards are elected members, they live where they are operating and they know what to do with the area's money.” He added, “We shouldn't be telling them they need to spend money in a certain way and then not give them any additional funding to do our additional mandate.”

Chamberlain said, “If we didn't pass another mandate for four years we'd all be just fi ne. I'm not going to support any more mandates. I've been asking for ideas to get rid of some.

When we try to change something or relieve something off your backs, we are assaulted by a gauntlet of (K12) lobbyists.” He added, “This is a team effort. We are willing to do this stuff, but you've got to give us a hand. If you really want some change, you have to support the change and you've got to resist the urge to go to your local lobby organizations; that's when stuff gets worse, more complicated, less efficient and more burdensome.”

Runbeck was also supportive of reducing the burden of mandates and making more of them optional.

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The tragedy of journalism

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love journalism.

But what exactly is journalism? Today, the essence of journalism is being questioned, refined, redefined.

I believe the essence of journalism is deeper than what is seen on the surface. I invite you to come along with me as I dissect my profession, particularly the “social issues” beat if you will.

From my perspective as a journalist, the world is amazing. It’s fi lled with great tragedy and great triumphs. As a journalist, my job is to help people see the significance of the stories in their lives.

I often hear news consumers complain about there being too Story much “bad news.” Do you ever wonder how journalists handle Chaser being up close to all that “bad Sara Marie Moore news?”

The reason is because we have seen enough bad to know there is a silver lining to every cloud. Through tragedy comes triumph. If you listen or read closely, “good news” is often beauty in the midst of brokenness.

Our world is a place where brokenness can lead to healing, hope comes to the downtrodden when least expected and joy comes to those who pursue peace. At least that’s how I see the world.

I don’t think most journalists want “bad news.”

But, at least for me, I want to tell people about tragedy because I care about it. I want other people to know what is happening so they can care, too.

What if your response to bad news was, ‘What can I do to help?’ instead of ‘Why does the media report bad news?’

We report it because we care – We care about crime affecting the lives of innocent people, we care about people who die in accidents, we care about people being blown up in Syria, we care about people who feel overrun and overlooked. We care, we care, we care, we care.

And we want the world to care. That’s why we spend hours researching and typing away in the dark night even though we could have gone into higher-paid professions. That’s why we broadcast it, print it off on rolls and rolls of paper and deliver it to your doorstep.

Press Publications’ top read stories online are often related to tragedy even though, as a community newspaper, the percentage of “bad news” we report is much smaller than bigger media outlets. I take that as a community caring about its neighbors.

To me, journalism is a profession that calls the world to care about what otherwise may be overlooked.

I never considered journalism as a profession when I was younger – I wasn’t interested in being on TV pushing a microphone in someone’s face with a brazen question.

I still am not. As a writer, I discovered there is so much more to journalism. What I didn’t realize until I sat in the journalist’s seat is that the essence of journalism is not sensationalism nor pushiness nor a particular agenda – It is caring about the world and calling the world to care about its neighbors. It is calling a community to come together.

I believe this is the intent of most traditional journalists who have been trained in the ethics of reporting.

It is certainly my intent. This isn’t heaven, and until I get there, I’ll be reporting live from earth in all the mess.

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A historic start to the legislative session

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istory is in the making in St. Paul. With just 3 weeks under its belt, the 90th session of the MN Legislature has already seen amazing things.

More women legislators (48) were sworn into office than ever before. A totally refurbished and sparkling Capitol building was unveiled to oohs and aahs. Twins were born on the 10th day to returning legislator, Rep. Wills. Rep. Legislator Anna Lyndon Carlson became the lonLingo gest-ever-serving Linda Runbeck legislator at 44 years in office.

The “graying” House of Representatives was notable as members with new knee replacements and cardio bypasses took it slow.

Certainly historic was the pomp and ceremony of last week’s stateof-the-state event which came to a shocking halt as Governor Dayton faltered and collapsed at the podium. A collective gasp from the entire assembly of unbelieving legislators, Supreme Court justices and constitutional officers was something I’ll never forget.

Fortunately, the Governor made an amazing recovery with the help of two paramedic members and two physician members of the legislature rushing to his aid.

The history-making has continued with major bills enacted

in the first three weeks. In my 18 years at the legislature, that’s rare indeed. But that’s what’s going on!

For example, taxpayers won’t need to wait to file their tax returns this year. That’s because the first bill enacted was the tax conformity bill which aligns Minnesota’s tax deductions to new federal changes.

Also, health insurance buyers on the individual market and MNsure won’t have to forego coverage due to extreme increases in premiums. And they won’t have to travel 50-60 miles to find the nearest in-network clinic. That’s because SF 1, a much-awaited premium assistance bill received its final passage last Thursday with the Governor signing it the same day. Help is on the way to those tens of thousands of Minnesotans.

Another piece of good news. The healthcare premium assistance bill is a reform bill. Republicans were not satisfied with passing a bail-out only bill which spends a whopping $300 million. We insisted on beginning the needed reforms of our healthcare laws.

Thus, SF 1 starts the reforms and rolls back some of the mandates causing extreme increases in health care costs and insurance premiums.

Reforms in this bill included guaranteed continuity of care for the critically ill and those needing end-of-life care, the end of surprise billing, and increased transparency by requiring the Department of Commerce to disclose new premium rates within 10 days of when they are filed. It also would allow

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These reforms, and others in the bill, are a first step in a more expansive overhaul of our insurance market.

Next up will be the REAL ID bill.

Citizens need to know they can get on airline flights without a hassle.

While this bill has controversial features that make some advocates in both liberal and conservative camps nervous, it’s a clean bill that should travel without problems to the Governor’s desk.

What’s the prognosis for the rest of the session? I’m expecting milestone legislation in the areas of transportation, bonding for infrastructure, tax reform, new initiatives on tech careers and apprenticeships, lowering the cost of college, Sunday liquor sales, taxation of electric cars (currently, there’s not method to tax them for road use), and regulatory and Met Council reforms.

Clearly, change is in the air.

Republicans have majorities in both House and Senate for only the second time in 45 years. I invite families, groups or anyone interested in making a trip to experience the never-more-beautiful Capitol building in St. Paul and to witness the legislative work going on there, to please do so. Simply call my office, 651-296-2907, or call for a guided tour at 651-259-3003.

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Protein for the win!

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body can’t make them and we need to get them from food.

The recommendations for protein in our diets come from the USDA and haven’t changed for decades. These recommendations were designed to prevent malnutrition, but not necessarily to achieve optimal nutrition.

Currently, the recommended dietary allowance for protein is 0.8 grams/kg. For the average adult female, Movers and that translates to about grams of protein per Shakers 55 day, and for the averMegan Baumler age adult male, about 70 grams of protein per day. Many people, including scientists claim that the RDA for protein is too low, especially for older adults, and for anybody who is recovering from an injury, pregnant, or bodybuilding.

Since the Atkins craze—the high protein, low carbohydrate style of eating that became popular in the

o fat. High carb, low carb. High fat! High protein! Confused yet? In the last several decades, weight loss nutrition recommendations have been a pendulum, swinging from one end of the spectrum to the other. Notice though, that you’ve never heard the recommendation of low protein for weight loss, and that is because protein is essential for many functions in the body (which we now know is true for some fats too, so we are regretting the low-fat crusade of the 1980s and 1990s).

Protein is one of the three macronutrients in the food we eat (we call them ‘macro’ because we need these nutrients in larger amounts than the ‘micro’nutrients- vitamins and minerals). The other two macronutrients are fat and carbohydrate. Proteins are needed in our diets for muscle, antibodies, enzymes, and connective tissue, and are a source of calories other than fat and carbohydrate. Protein is found in meat, poultry, ďŹ sh, dairy products, beans, nuts, seeds, and grains. Proteins are made up of amino acids, some of which are essential, meaning that our

Study after study has shown that low carb/high protein diets are effective for weight loss, since protein doesn’t trigger our bodies to build fat, like carbohydrates do. early 2000s —protein has become more highly sought after for those trying to manage their weight in the obesogenic environment that we live in. Study after study has shown that low carb/high protein diets are effective for weight loss, since protein doesn’t trigger our bodies to build fat, like carbohydrates do. Protein also keeps us full and satisďŹ ed longer than carbohydrates do, and may help control calorie intake.

While it may be hard to sustain a very high protein diet long term, we may end up with a higher protein/lower carb intake than before, and have a bit of an easier time managing weight and avoiding heart disease and diabetes.

Carbohydrate cravings may be appeased by including a good amount of healthy fats in the diet as well.

It is relatively easy to get the RDA for protein if you eat meat. It is still pretty

easy even if you are vegetarian, as long as you eat dairy products. If you don’t eat any animal products, then you have to plan carefully to make sure you are getting enough protein. For those trying to eat more than the RDA, eggs (6 grams of protein per egg), poultry, and Greek yogurt are helpful. If animal-free, beans, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and vegan protein powders will get you to your goal. My recommendations are to aim for 20-30 grams of protein at each of three meals, plus one or two snacks, for a total of 100-120 grams of protein per day. You might be surprised at what happens after eating this way for awhile. Surprised in a good way. Protein for the win!

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Megan Baumler, PhD, RD, is a dietitian and adjunct professor living in White Bear Lake.

COMMUNITY BRIEFS professional standards for conducting oral interviews. He will also provide ideas about how to guide a recorded conversation, how to craft questions prior to an interview and how to avoid tangents in the interview. Discussion will follow the class at 7 p.m. and the event is free. The Anoka County Historical Society is located at 2135 Third Ave. North, Anoka. For more

Discover the art of gathering stories

Learn how to help preserve history by interviewing those who've lived it; a class will be presented by Ryan Barland at 6 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Anoka County Historical Society. Barland has worked with the Minnesota Historical Society oral history program for many years. During the class, Barland will provide instruction on the

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More than 40 local musicians will perform songs and skits in the variety show “This Joint’s A-Jumpin’� at 7 p.m. Feb. 24 and 25, and at 2 p.m. Feb. 25 at St. Joseph Church in Lino Lakes. The musical tribute to the ’20s is written, directed and performed by members of the St. Joseph Choir. The show centers around the Prohibition theme where moonshiners and the Pius Pie Ladies collide in a hilarious musical. Tickets go on sale Feb. 11 at St. Joseph Church after all Masses and in the church office. Advance tickets are $12 and family tickets are $36 (includes two adults and children under 18); the price includes one beverage each.

One man’s stand against evil explored at Lifetree CafÊ

The existence and causes of evil will be explored at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 and at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 at Lifetree CafĂŠ. The program, titled “Confronting Evil: One Man Takes a Stand,â€? features a filmed interview with Peter Ash, founder of Under the Same Sun, an organization dedicated to helping people with the genetic condition of albinism overcome often deadly discrimination. During the program participants will have the opportunity to discuss places they’ve seen evil in their own world and what they’ve done about it. The program may not be appropriate for younger viewers. Admission to the event is free and snacks and beverages will be provided. For more information, contact Ann at 612-751-5707 or lifetreecafecpmn@gmail.com.

Anoka County Parks and Recreation will host Nature Play: Winter World from 10-11:15 a.m. Feb. 2 at Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes.

Discover the wonders of snow and ice through activities, crafts and a story. The program is geared for children ages 2-5, who need to be accompanied by an adult.

Advance registration is required. Cost is $3/child and $3 per adult. Call 651-429-

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Anoka County Parks and Recreation will host lunch with a naturalist on the topic of wolves from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Feb. 8 at the Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main Street, Lino Lakes. Attendees are asked to bring their own lunch to the monthly presentations, which will include local natural history information and possibly a relaxing stroll on the trails. Any equipment that is needed will be provided. Advanced registration is not required and the event is free.

Winter animal tracking

Want respect?

Be respectful

Supporters of Donald Trump say he is now our president and we should unite behind him. I agree, in principle. However, Trump is divisive even in his inaugural speech. He regularly demeans and insults others.

When he respects others, I will respect him. Until then, I will unite with others only in resistance to him.

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Join naturalist Amy Manning for a morning of tracking and exploring from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 11 at Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes. Manning is a certified wildlife tracker and an active member of the Minnesota Tracking Club. A small amount of time will be spent in the classroom introducing the basics of wildlife tracking and the rest of the time will be spent out on the trails. Warm clothes are required; a snack, water bottle and notebook are recommended.

Advance registration is required. Cost is $5/person. Call 651-429-8007 for more information or to register, or visit anokacountyparks.com.

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QUAD AREA EVENTS LEARN TO CROSS COUNTRY SKI

When: 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 Where: Chomonix Golf Course, Ski Area, 700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes Details: Introductory class appropriate for people of all abilities, ages 8+. $15/adult; $10/ child includes ski rental, instruction and skiing on the trails. Registration required.

Contact: 651-429-8007; anokacountyparks.com

Wednesday, Feb. 8 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Seniors ages 50+ can bring a lunch, take a stroll on the trails and enjoy a monthly presentation about local natural history. Free, no registration required.

Contact: 651-429-8007; anokacountyparks.com

YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Details: Childcare and activities provided so parents can enjoy an afternoon/evening out. $25 non-Y members / $20 Y members; or see early bird pricing specials.

Registration required.

Contact: 651-795-9622 or ymcatwincities.org/locations/lino_lakes_ymca

ROYAL PRINCESS BALL DOLLARS INTO SENSE CLASS

When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Lino lakes Senior Center, 1189 Main St. Details: Four and under with an adult can attend a dance with real proncesses, crafts, games and refreshments. Come in a princess dress or costume. $15; register by Jan. 29 Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

When: 10-11:30 a.m.

Thursday, Feb. 9 Where: Anoka County CUPID’S CANDY CLASS When: 6-7 p.m. Wednes- Human Services Center, 1201 89th Ave., Blaine day, Feb. 1 Details: Class covers Where: Centennial tracking expenses, putLibrary, Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights ting together a spending plan, goal setting, credit Circle, Circle Pines and where to get additionDetails: Learn how to al help. Register at least 3 make treats from a local days prior. candy maker. Recipes Contact: 763-755-1280 or and samples provided. extension.umn.edu Ages 13+; registration 2ND ANNUAL JUNIOR required.

AUXILIARY BAKE OFF Contact: 763-717-3294 or RETIRE WISELY When: 1 p.m. Sunday, anokacountylibrary.org Feb. 12 When: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 Where: Lino Lakes p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 American Legion Post Where: SMW Credit NATURE PLAY: 566, 7731 Lake Dr. Union, 700 Apollo Dr., WINTER WORLD Details: Bring in home Lino Lakes When: 10-11:15 a.m. made treats including Details: Learn how Wednesday, Feb. 2 cakes, cookies, bars and to manage the risks of Where: Wargo Nature desserts. Check in from retirement: outliving Center, 7701 Main St., income, inflation, unpre- 1-1:45 p.m.; judging at 2 Lino Lakes p.m. Free to enter; prizes dictable events, market Details: Children 2-5 awarded for adult and juwith an adult will discov- volatility, income taxes nior (under 17) divisions. and healthcare costs. er the wonders of snow Bake sale to follow. $10 registration includes and ice through activiContact: post566.com/ lunch. ties, crafts and a story.

Contact: 651-792-6100 or bake-sale $3/person; registration isd.org/communityrequired. education Contact: 651-429-8007; anokacountyparks.com

SUPER BOWL QUILTER’S DAY IN

When: Noon-6 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 5 Where: Centennial High School East, room 112, 4881 101st Ln., Circle Pines Details: Join a group for quilting and snacks. $12; registration required.

Contact: 651-792-6100 or isd.org/communityeducation

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

When: noon-6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 10 Where: St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: All blood types and platelets needed. Call or go online to register.

Contact: 800 RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org

WINTER ANIMAL TRACKING

When: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Wargo Nature When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Center, 7701 Main St., Feb. 6 Lino Lakes Where: Centennial Details: Learn the Library, 100 Civic Heights basics of animal tracking Circle, Circle Pines from naturalist Amy Details: Teens can enManning and then go out joy books, trivia, games on the trails. $5/person; and crafts. No registraregistration required. tion necessary; open to Contact: 651-429-8007; all teens.

Contact: 763-717-3294 or anokacountyparks.com anokacountylibrary.org

TEEN CLUB

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT LUNCH WITH A NATURALIST

When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Create your own 3-D Hogwarts Castle

When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Lino Lakes

Ongoing

WINTER WALKING

When: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, through Mar. 30 Where: Centennial High School West Building, 4757 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Walk the halls of Centennial High School. No registration required.

Contact: isd12.ce.feepay.com

OPEN VOLLEYBALL

When: 6:30-9:45 p.m.

Fridays, through Apr. 21 Where: Centennial Middle School, 399 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Semi-competitive, social atmosphere. $5/session, no advance registration required.

Contact: 651-982-2400 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us

OUTDOOR ICE SKATING

When: 4-9 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; noon-9 p.m.

Saturdays; noon-6 p.m.

SUMBITTED

3-D Hogwarts Castle WHEN: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 WHERE: Centennial Library,

disciplinary processes to create a miniature sculpture of Hogwarts Castle. Registration required.

Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines

CONTACT: 763-717-3294 or anokacountylibrary.org

DETAILS: Children will use multi-

Sundays Where: Sunrise Park, 6918 Sunrise Dr.; Birch Park, 6520 Pheasant Run S.; and City Hall Park, 1189 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Supervised skating rinks with shelters. Closed Tues. and Thurs. at City Hall Park. Call the hotline for updates or closings due to inclement weather.

Contact: 651-982-2448

OPEN SWIM

When: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Sundays, Jan. 8- Feb. 26 Where: Centennial Community Pool, Centennial High School East (door D13) Details: Swimmer ages 6 or older must have passed Level 3 to swim alone; 5 and under must be accompanied by a swimmer 12 or older. $2/ person, $5/family; pay at the door.

Contact: 763-792-6100

COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS

When: 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays Where: Alexandra House, Blaine Details: Weekly educational group for women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence.

Call to register.

Contact: 763-656-1366 or Alexandrahouse.org

BABY STORYTIME

When: 10:15-10:45 a.m.

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 anokacountylibrary.org

Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Bring a bag lunch and watch a video on ‘ideas worth spreading’. This month’s program is ‘The Art of Silence’. Free; registration recommended.

Contact: 651-724-6007

TODDLER STORYTIME

HOW DO I DO THAT: GATHERING ORAL HISTORY

When: 11-11:30 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

FAMILY STORYTIME

When: 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children of all ages and a caregiver. No registration required. Closed Thanksgiving Day.

NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY TEDTALKS DISCUSSION GROUP

When: 11:30-1 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 2 Where: White Bear

When: 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 Where: Anoka County Historical Society, 2135 Third Ave. N., Anoka Details: Learn how to preserve history by interviewing those who lived it in this class presented

by Ryan Barland.

Contact: 763-421-0600; anokacountyhistory.org

‘DECOLONIZING AMERICAN EDUCATION: A FULBRIGHT SCHOLAR’S JOURNEY IN INDIA’

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 Where: Marine Village Hall, 121 Judd St., Marine on St. Croix Details: Join Paul Creager for a multi-media presentation about a unique approach to curriculum he is developing.

Contact: marine communitylibrary.org/ events/calendar

‘ALL IN THE TIMING’

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3; 7:30 p.m. Saturday,

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KICK-SLEDDING AND COCOA

When: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Where: Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: All ages and families invited for an afternoon of Norwegian kick-sledding, followed by hot cocoa around the fireplace. $7/WNC Friends/ SMM members; $10/nonmembers.

Contact: 651-433-2427 ext. 10

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Contact: 651-255-1432 or hugoamericanlegion.com

around the sculpture park and sit by a bonfire.

Free, family-friendly event.

Contact: 651-257-6668 or franconia.org

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

‘WHY DO FOOLS FALL IN LOVE’

When: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 Where: Costco, 1431 Beam. Ave., Maplewood Details: Hike the Gateway Trail. 3 mile hike lasts approx. 1 hour.

Contact: 651-484-3784

ADULT COLORING CLUB COMMUNITY DANCE

When: 8-11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 Where: White Bear Country Inn, 4940 Highway 61 N. Details: Dance to the live music of the Wild Cat Combo. $10 at the door; proceeds support the Bear’ly Open fundraiser for the local food shelf.

Contact: bearlyopen. org

BEAR’LY OPEN SUBMITTED

4th Annual Vintage Snowmobile Event WHEN: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4

WHERE: Withrow Ballroom & Event Center, 12169 Keystone Ave. N., Withrow

snowmobile show sponsored by the Stillwater Snowmobile Club includes food, drinks, cash raffle and trophies. $5 entry fee per sled; free for spectators.

CONTACT: 651-785-4057 or DETAILS: “The Older the Better”

Feb. 4; 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 Where: Lakeshore Players, 4820 Stewart Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Collection of 6 short comedies is a light-hearted exploration of language, life, meaning, and the pitfalls of romance. Tickets $25/ adult; $23/seniors; $20/ students.

Contact: lakeshore players.org

ART SHANTIES

When: 10 a.m-4 p.m. weekends, Feb. 4-26 Where: White Bear Lake County Park Details: Artist create

stillwatersnowmobileclub.org

a ‘village’ of shanties on the frozen lake to showcase art and entertainment. Free and open to the public.

Contact: artshanty projects.org

DOGGIE DEPOT

When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 4 Where: Union Depot, 214 14th St. E, St. Paul Details: Activities for dogs and their owners include Q & A with Katie K9, vendor marketplace with 20+ exhibitors, pet photographer, rescue and adoption organizations, ‘Doga’ class, and canine coronation for the St.

Paul Winter Carnival.

Free and open to the public.

Contact: uniondepot. org/doggiedepot

FAMILY SNOW FUN

When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Feb. 4 Where: Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Families with kids ages 2-8 will try out snowshoeing, do a craft and end with a campfire. $5/WNC Friends/ SMM members; $7/nonmembers. Registration required.

Contact: 651-433-2427 ext. 10

When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 4 Where: Ramsey Beach, 5050 Lake Ave. N., White Bear Lake Details: Annual golf on ice event benefits the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. Open to all ages. 18-hole course, hospitality tent, food and entertainment. Official Winter Carnival event.

Contact: bearlyopen. org

FOREST LAKE SINGLES

When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Where: Blue Heron Grill, 14725 Victor Hugo Blvd., Hugo Details: All singles are invited to meet others at social events held on the first Saturday of every month at a different location. Average age is 40-70.

No fees or dues. RSVP 3 days in advance.

Contact: forestlake singles.weebly.com

PANCAKE BREAKFAST When: 9 a.m.-noon Sunday, Feb. 5 Where: Hugo American Legion, 5383 140th

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When: 6:30-8 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 8 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Drop-in session; supplies provided.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org

“ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR.’

When: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb 10, 2 & 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, and 2 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 12 Where: Forest Lake High School Auditorium, 6101 Scandia Trail N. Details: Production by the Children’s Performing Arts. Tickets $10/ adults; $5/children and seniors.

Contact: forestlake cpa.org

EVENING OWL AND SNOWSHOE HIKE

When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 Where: Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Families with children 3+ will explore the woods on a snowshoe hike and meet resident barred and Eastern screech owls. $7/members; $10/nonmembers Contact: 651-433-2427 ext. 10

VALENTINE’S DAY HOT METAL POUR

When: noon-5 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 11 Where: Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St. Croix Trail, Franconia Details: Watch expert cast metal sculptors melt iron to make art, walk

Welcome to a Celebration of America’s Wilderness You’re invited to the 28th Annual Banquet & Symposium of MN’s oldest 501(c)3 land trust at Rudy’s in White Bear Lake, MN, Saturday, February 4, 5:30 p.m. Enjoy Rudy’s Grand Buffet, win a prize and enjoy the singing of baritone, Steven Marking, with his presentation of “Our Mighty Mississippi”. $25.00 includes a plate of food, a $10 membership and 5 raffle tickets; $15 for ages 11-17.

Minors under 18 may not participate in the raffle. Res. required - call (651) 653-3333 now.

A parcel of land of any size providing habitat for wildlife: google Mulry USF&WS 9-30-08 cover.

When: 5:30 p.m.

Monday-Thursday; 6 p.m. Friday & Saturday; 10:45 a.m. Saturday and Sunday Matinees; and 4:30 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 13-Mar. 12 Where: The Seasons Dinner Theatre at Majestic Oaks Golf Club, 701 Bunker Lake Blvd. NE, Ham Lake Details: Family-friendly musical comedy featuring hits from the 1960’s, and dinner. Tickets $46.95-$56.95; Children 6-12 $29.95.

Contact: 763-755-2140 or majesticoaksgc.com

STILLWATER ICE CASTLES

When: 3-9 p.m. Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays; 3-10 p.m. Fridays; Noon-10 p.m. Saturdays; beginning Jan. 6 and as weather permits Where: North of the Historic Lift Bridge along the St. Croix River, downtown Stillwater Details: See castles made of crushed ice with twinkling lights, magnificent archways and towers, ice-carved tunnels, fountains and slides ready to be explored. Tickets must be purchased online $9.95-$12.95/adults; $6.95-$8.95 children 4-11.

Fire performances and princess appearances on weekends. Beverages and treats available inside the castle. Dress warm and wear boots.

Contact: icecastles. com/Stillwater

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Centennial finishes dual season with win over Osseo swimmers

The Centennial boys swim and dive team beat Osseo by a team score of 97-81 on Jan 26. With a team best record of 6-2, the Cougars advance to the Northwest Suburban Conference Championship.

The meet started with the 200 medley relay in which the Cougars won fi rst (Lucas Baufield, Reece Gulbrandson, Skye Matson, Lev Deshitsa), second (Alex Poellinger, Ivan Newham, Matt Wiege, Charlie Swanson) and fourth (Andrew Blilie, Andrew Tran, Charlie Sylvester, Trent McIntire).

In the 200 free, the boys placed fi rst (Liam Gulaid), third (Wiege) and fi fth (Anbro). In the 200 IM, Centennial won fi rst (L Deshitsa), second (Jonah Carlson) and sixth (Dema Deshitsa). In the 500 sprint, the boys took fi rst (Gulbrandson), second (Blilie) and sixth (Jason Kells).

In diving, Riley McNamara took fi rst, Alberto Lopez Benito third and Ryan Shafter fourth. Centennial continued to overpower Osseo in the 100 fly winning fi rst (Newham), second (Baufield) and fi fth (Hunter Belting). In the 100 free, the Cougars took fi rst (Gulbrandson), second (Wiege) and sixth (McIntire).

In the 500 free the boys placed fi rst (Carlson), third (Gulaid) and fourth (Matson).

In the 200 free relay, Centennial placed fi rst (Matson, Deshitsa, Charlie Sylvester, Baufield), second (Newham, Poellinger, Swanson, Wiege) and fourth (Blilie, Gulaid, Carlson, McIntire). In the 100 back, Centennial grabbed fi rst (Poellinger), third (Dane Stensland) and fourth (Sylvester) and in the 100 breast, fi rst (L Deshitsa), fourth

(Tran) and fi fth (Blilie).

The meet concluded with the 400 free relay with a fi rst (Baufield, Matson, Gulbrandson, Sylvester) and third (Carlson, McIntire, Gulaid, D Deshitsa) place.

The Cougars compete at Elk River for the conference championship on Thursday at 6 p.m.

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Riley McNamara won diving.

Cougar JV girl’s gymnastics beat Park Center on Jan. 25 by a score of 111.45 to 107.

Centennial took all five places in JV vault: Emma Fest Wilson 8.2; Emma Pierson 8.0; Mary Steele 7.85; McKenna Keen 7.8 and Jillian Schotters 7.75.

On the uneven bars Wilson took second with 6.7; Pierson took third with 6.6 and Nelson tied for fourth at 5.7.

Centennial took fourth

and fi fth on the beam (Wilson with 7.0; Keen and Sydney Nelson tied with 6.7). On JV floor Savanna Driskell took fi rst with 7.6; Madison Baker second with 7.3 and Pierson fourth with 7.0.

Varsity gymnasts were defeated 136.05 to 127.45. Andrea Gessner took fi rst on vault scoring 9.6. Madison Dorn took third on Bars with 7.9 and Amy Marrah took fi fth with

7.35. Kylie Binder took third on beam scoring 8.2. On floor, Gessner took third with 8.85 and Binder took 4th with 8.8.

Marrah got fi fth in the all-around with 30.2.

Centennial will host Coon Rapids next Thursday, Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Submitted by Nicky Baker and Lori Dorn.

SPORTS BRIEFS Cougar girl skaters cap grueling week with 8-1 win

Josh McGreal, Centennial senior 6-foot-5 guard, led a 61-48 win over Spring Lake Park with 23 points on Jan. 24. McGreal is averaging 15 points this season, about the same as last season. He has signed with Dakota State.

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Centennial girls hockey (13-10) absorbed two close losses against highly-ranked opponents last week, then routed Anoka 8-1.

The Cougars lost to No. 8 Elk River (16-5) by 4-3 as Shad-Elle McLean had two goals for the Elks while Emma Olson, Anneke Linser and Hailee Berg (power play) scored for the Cougars.

Centennial and Blake, top-ranked in Class 1A, scrapped to a scoreless tie before Blake (20-2-1) won in overtime on Madison Tix’s goal. Cougar goalie Mackenna Stoterau foiled the first 28 shots by Blake.

The Cougars, ranked No. 8, drubbed Anoka with Lizzy Prato notching three goals, Berg two and Gabbie Hughes a goal and three assists.

Four Cougar wrestlers are ranked

Four Centennial wrestlers are ranked in Class 3A by The Guillotine.

They are senior Jake Bergeland, No. 2 at 138; senior Tyler Shilson No. 3 at 145; senior Justin Mohlin, No. 4 at 195; and sophomore John Noll, No. 9 at 170.

Centennial girls cruise twice in hoops

No. 6 ranked Centennial girls basketball (15-3) defeated Spring Lake Park 85-61 and Blaine 70-54. Fourteen players scored against Spring Lake Park, led by Sara Stapleton with 11 points, Taylor McAulay nine and Nikki Clark, Claire Orth and Lexi Mathews eight each. Against Blaine, Orth sank 17 points, Sara Stapleton 12 and Sarah Grow 11.

Centennial skaters lose to Edina, thump Crimson

The No. 8 ranked Centennial boys hockey team (13-4) lost to No. 4 Edina 7-3 and thumped No. 11 Maple Grove 5-0 last week. Edina (13-5-1) got two goals each from Bjorn Swanson and Jeff Jungles. Scoring for Centennial were Ryan Kranz, Carter Wagner and Matt Jennrich.

The Cougars, with their win over Maple Grove, avenged an earlier 5-3 loss to the Crimson and stayed one game out of first place. Elk River is 7-1, Centennial 5-2 and Maple Grove 5-3 in the NWSC. —Bruce Strand

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Mayor Jeff Reinert administers the oath of public safety service to six firefighters at the Jan. 23 City Council meeting. (From left) Westley Thole, Kent Alley (hidden), Jake Kurtz, Paul Kartman, Derek Riley and Mark Hokkanen.

The Lino Lakes City Council took the following action at its Jan.23 meeting: • Six fi refi ghters took the oath of public safety service. The fi refi ghters included Westley Thole, Jake Kurtz, Derek Riley and Kent Alley and Mark Hokkanen, who were all hired in 2016, as well as Paul Kartman, who was hired in 2015 and unable to attend the previous swearingin ceremony.

Firefi ghters Craig Menne and Bryce Lindahl were not able to be present.

• Approved the consent

agenda, including a special event permit for Snow Golf Feb. 18 and 19 at Trappers Bar and Grill.

• Approved the promotion of Melissa Hagert to the rank of sergeant in the police division. On Nov. 28, the council approved the promotion of Kyle Leibel from sergeant to deputy director, which created a vacancy. The promotion will take effect Feb. 5.

• Approved the hiring of police officer Connor Williams, which brings the police division to the full strength

of 27 sworn staff.

Williams graduated from Mankato State University with a degree in criminal justice and currently serves as a community service officer at the airport.

He will start Feb. 13.

The next council work session will be at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6 in the Community Room at City Hall, followed by the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

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New firefighters are congratulated by the Lino Lakes City Council and Mayor Jeff Reinert.

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Public Safety Director John Swenson congratulates firefighter Jake Kurtz.

The Circle Pines City Council took the following action at its Jan. 24 meeting: • Heard from Mayor Dave Bartholomay, who gave an update on the Utilities Commission. He reported at the commission’s Jan. 18 meeting its members approved their budget, which included rate increases. The total gas operations are estimated to cost $253,457 compared to last year's $219,380.

The fl at monthly rates increase by $.50 for water, $.50 for sewer and $1.00 for gas; the increase is due to infrastructure improvements, which accompanied the street improvements/reconstruction.

• Approved the consent agenda, including past meeting minutes, licenses, fi re disbursements, general fund disbursements and police disbursements.

• Appointed members to the boards and commissions. Joe Tart was

appointed to the Park Board, Steve McChesney and Craig Petska were appointed to the Planning Commission and Andy Dahl, Dave Bartholomay and Dwight Benoy were appointed to the Utilities Commission.

• Approved a city/utility social media policy. The city did not have one in place previously and it was recommended the city implement one by the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT).

Circle Pines currently maintains a website, and Facebook and Twitter accounts. The policy outlines rules of use, personal social media use by employees, data ownership and policy violations.

The next Circle Pines City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 14 at City Hall.

Shannon Granholm

STUDENT NEWS The following local students graduated from a university or college: Rachel Huttle, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in psychology, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Taylor Krudwig, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in packaging, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Cody Megahan, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in engineering technology, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Grady Pesch, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in business administration, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

James Wells, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in entertainment design, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Rebecca Wereley, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in industrial design, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Jered Wolbeck, of Lino Lakes,

master's degree in manufacturing engineering, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Scott Jaeger, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota.

Patrick Mack, of Circle Pines, bachelor's degree in construction management, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota.

Kevin Bohrman, of Lino Lakes, bachelor's degree in civil engineering, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota.

Rachel Hovseth, of Lino Lakes, bachelor's degree in health communication, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota.

The following local students were named to the dean's list at a university or college this fall: Kelsey Burggraff, of Lino Lakes, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.

Alexis Kretschmer,

of Circle Pines, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Leah Alexander, of Lino Lakes, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Megan Pederson, of Lino Lakes, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Bethany Renstrom, of Circle Pines, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio.

Jeri McDonald, of Circle Pines, Bemidji State University.

Bayle Roberts, of Circle Pines, Bemidji State University.

Christopher Sanderson, of Circle Pines, Bemidji State University.

Alan Josue Alcantar, of Lino Lakes, Bemidji State University.

Adam Lovick, of Lino Lakes, Bemidji State University.

Kelsey McAllister, of Lino Lakes, Bemidji State University.

Jacob Olson, of Lino Lakes, Bemidji State University.

Logan Davey, College of St. Scholastica, Duluth.

Melissa Holt, College of St. Scholastica, Duluth.

Tianna Reff, of Lino

Lakes, College of St. Scholastica, Duluth.

Alexander Stetson, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Sachem Dahn, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Tayla Goodmanson, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Ellie Keen, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Joseph Rose, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Kinyee Sin, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Kathryn Smude, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Cassandra Steiner,of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Shayla Stoterau,of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Preston Waldvogel, of Circle Pines, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Valerie Bombard, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

David Franklin, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Kendra Gessner, of Lino Lakes, University

of Minnesota Duluth.

Ryan Guimont, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Megan Hanson, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Lauren Hoffer, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Grant Jackson, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Rachel Jenkins, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Jack Knowlan, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Kirsten Koenig, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Taylor Linell, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Matthew Nardecchia, of Lino Lakes, University of

Minnesota Duluth.

Mitchell Newton, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Abigail Pederson, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Jackson Pray, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Baylee Reinert, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Megan Roberts, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Baylie Sherrick, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Kara Steffes, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Emily Torgerson, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

Spencer Tuma, of Lino Lakes, University of Minnesota Duluth.

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Anoka County Library to host author Brian Freeman Northtown Library will host author Brian Freeman 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Northtown Library, located at 711 County Road 10 NE, Blaine.

Brian Freeman is a bestselling author of psychological thrillers, including the Jonathan Stride series set in Duluth. His novel, “Spilled Blood”, won the award for Best Hardcover Novel in the Thriller Awards, and his novel, “The Burying Place”, was a finalist for the same award. He is also a four-time finalist for the Minnesota Book Award.

Library Board President Dan Greensweig said, “Having a well-regarded author like Mr. Freeman appear at one of our libraries is a great opportunity for patrons to meet the people who create our favorite characters.

We are especially grateful to the Friends of the Anoka County Library for helping make this possible.”

Brian Freeman is presented in partnership with MELSA and the Friends of Anoka County Library as part of the 2017 Winter Reads Adult Reading Program. The program is funded by the Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

For a full calendar of library events visit the our website www.anokacountylibrary. org.

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Preschool-eligible children to benefit from new full-day preschool BLAINE — Centennial area children 4 years of age by Sept. 1, 2017 now have the option of attending full-day school readiness preschool for the 2017-18 school year through Centennial Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE).

The priority of ECFE’s school readiness preschool is to involve parents in their child’s education.

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the child.

“We are excited to offer this new full-day opportunity to the community. School readiness preschool is a high-quality preschool experience.

With state funding and scholarships, we are able to reach those that would otherwise not be able to attend,” said Community Education Director Cori Sendle.

The class will be offered on a sliding fee and scholarships are available to assure all families have access to a preschool experience. All of Centennial School District’s preschool programs are rated 4 stars by the state. This is the highest rating, representing excellence at the use of kindergarten-readiness practices, according to parentaware.org.

The preschool will be located at the Early Childhood Center, co-located with Rice Lake Elementary in Lino Lakes. Some busing will be available for limited classes for those who qualify.

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OPERATION NO LIMITS: Local nonprofit enhances the lives of at-risk youth areas, including completing high school, establishing jobs and careers, financial literacy, health care options, obtaining vital documents and driver’s licenses, housing options, community involvement and life and social skills.

“They are obtaining skills they may not have experience with. It is useful things that they can take with them and (use to) become productive members of our society. Any kid with unstructured free time may not make the right choices. We are trying to do things to keep them busy,” Kordell explained.

Students gain experience in many areas that they have never been exposed to, including gardening/ landscaping, cooking, arts and crafts, contract painting, recycling, small business operation, community service, facility maintenance and commercial kitchen operation. The youth are also exposed to guest speakers and learn about programming at various colleges.

“A lot of the kids have never cooked or baked before, so they have no idea. It seems like a given, that everyone knows how to do that, and they don’t.

It is just one more thing for them to know how to do when they leave here,” said Pines School registrar/ secretary Sue Cardinal, adding that the program is also beneficial for the volunteers.

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to come and help challenged youth with life skills. I really am grateful for this program.” He added, “It has changed how I think about things and helped me look at things positively. It also is motivating me to change when I get back in to the community and get my career on track.”

“The kids get a lot out of it, but I feel like the volunteers feel like they are the ones that get the most out of it,” she said.

Lino Lakes residents Tom and Patti DuFresne were asked by Operations No Limits if they would help make Thanksgiving dinner with the students in 2015.

“I have to be honest, our expectations were that we would work our tails off and be treated to major attitude. Wow, were we mistaken. The kids were enthusiastic helpers, so eager to learn, help and to get our attention and our approval,” the DuFresnes said.

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Three high school students were hospitalized after a driver struck them while they were crossing the street to board a school bus Thursday, Jan. 19 in Otsego, Minnesota.

The driver of the pickup is identified as Cody Scott Pech, 22, of Lexington. Pech was arrested and booked into the Wright County Jail. Pech has been charged with criminal vehicular operation and bodily harm.

Wright County Sheriff Joe Hagerty reports the Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received multiple 911 calls of a vehicle that had struck several pedestrians at a school bus stop. Upon arrival, sheriff’s deputies found three juvenile pedestrians had been struck by a vehicle.

Initial reports indicate that the Elk River School bus was stopped on 78th Street NE at Parrish Avenue NE with its stop arm out waiting to pick up students. As the students walked toward the bus, they were struck by an oncoming pickup truck.

The students, who attend Rogers High School, have now been identified as Greta Jenson, 15, Beckett Olson, 15 and Ian Orina, 15.

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Officers save a life with Narcan Around 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 Centennial Lakes police officer Faheem Karim, his training officer Sgt. Bill Jacobson and CLPD EMT/ police officer Benjamin Stepan responded to the 10 Block of Pine Drive in Circle Pines on a report of an unresponsive male in a vehicle. Upon arrival, officers quickly determined the male was experiencing a very serious medical emergency.

CLPD officers found the male was not breathing and had no pulse. Officers began rapid intervention, including the administration of emergency ventilation and CPR. Officer Stepan administered Narcan. Narcan is used to reverse an opioid overdose and is carried in all CLPD patrol vehicles.

After the Narcan was administered, the male quickly regained a pulse and started breathing again.

A crew from Centennial Rescue 11 arrived moments later and assisted with care, including assisting the male with his airway and breathing.

Allina Health paramedics arrived and continued care, including the administration of more Narcan.

The male was transported to a nearby hospital for care and made a rapid recovery. He was released from the hospital the following day. Allina Health paramedics credited the initial care by CLPD and Centennial Rescue with saving the victim’s life.

CLPD wrote on its Facebook page, “If a friend or family member is experiencing an overdose, please call 911. Our primary job in these cases is to save lives. An overdose can turn deadly in minutes. The law protects you from prosecution if you call for help.”

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POLICE REPORTS The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers took information on a possible criminal sexual conduct that occurred in Centerville Jan. 21. The incident was referred to the Criminal Investigation Division (CID).

• An officer responded to the area of Hunters Ridge Lane/Beaver Pond Way in Centerville Jan. 21 on report of vandalism. Someone reported several teenagers were throwing eggs at houses. Information was collected.

• Officers stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation at North Service Drive and Liberty Lane in Lexington Jan. 22. The driver was found to have a warrant and was placed under arrest. The driver was then transported to jail.

• Officers found a suspicious occupied vehicle in the 6900 block of Lamotte Drive in Centerville Jan. 22. One passenger was picked up and the driver went home without incident.

• Officers were dispatched to the 50 block of Center Road in Circle Pines Jan. 23 on a suspicious male. The male was located and picked up by a family member.

• Officers responded to Centerville on

a burglary report Jan. 24. Unknown suspects entered a business by force and removed tools and equipment.

The investigation is pending.

• An officer responded to a phone call in the 100 block of South Drive in Circle Pines Jan. 23 for a suspicious activity report. The caller advised she had not received some mail packages in the past two months and was unsure where they were at.

The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation in the 1600 block of Ash Street and Centerville Road at 10:11 a.m. Jan. 17. The driver, a 21-year-old female from Hugo, was cited for driving after suspension, possession of drug paraphernalia and a seatbelt violation.

• Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Chippewa Trail at 11:39 p.m.

Jan. 17 for a theft report. The case is under investigation.

• Officers responded to the 7700 block of 20th Avenue at 6:51 a.m.

Jan.18 on a damage to property report. Damage was done to a garage door and vehicle inside. The case is under investigation.

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The 21-year-old female passenger from White Bear Township was arrested for fi fth-degree possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.The female was transported to the Anoka County Jail for booking.

• Officers responded to the 100 block of Shetland Lane at 6:16 p.m. Jan.18 for a suspicious activity report.

Two females, a 36-year-old from Columbia Heights and a 37-year-old from Fridley, were arrested for fi rstdegree burglary and fi fth-degree assault. The females were booked at the Anoka County Jail.

• Officers responded to the 7200 block of Savanna Court at 2:09 a.m. Jan. 19 on the report of a theft from vehicle that was in progress. Officers located and arrested a 25-year-old male from Lino Lakes for second-degree assault, motor vehicle tampering and criminal damage to property.

The male was booked at the Anoka County Jail.

• Officers responded to residences in the 7200 block of Savanna Court at 9:41 a.m. Jan.19 for reports of theft from motor vehicles. It was determined that a Garmin GPS and a

Tom Tom GPS were stolen. The case is under investigation.

• An officer stopped a vehicle in the 8000 block of I-35E for a moving violation. A juvenile male from Wyoming was subsequently cited for possession of a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the 8000 block of I-35E at 12:16 a.m. Jan.20. The driver, a 21-year-old male from St. Paul, was subsequently arrested for fi fthdegree possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of metal knuckles and speed. The male was transported to the Anoka County Jail for booking.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the 800 block of Main Street at 10:30 p.m. Jan.22.

The driver, a 51-year-old female from Centerville, was arrested and booked at the Anoka County Jail for thirddegree DWI and several moving violations.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation in the 1000 block of Main Street at 8:50 p.m.

Jan.22. The driver, a 41-year-old male from Lino Lakes, was subsequently arrested for third-degree DWI and booked at the Anoka County Jail.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Paramedics recovering after assault by teen

Two paramedics were assaulted while transporting a teen to the hospital in the back of a North Memorial ambulance late Wednesday evening, Jan. 25. North Memorial Health Care paramedics responded to a call in Hugo. The assault occurred while the ambulance was traveling through Lino Lakes on I-35E around 11:45 p.m.

According to the Washington County emergency dispatch, the teen was picked up from his family's home for a possible LSD overdose.

After the assault, the 18-yearold was taken to the hospital by a different ambulance and then taken to the Anoka County Jail. He has been been charged with fourthdegree assault. Both of the paramedics have been released from the hospital and are recovering at home.

Right are some excerpts from a Facebook post from the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department regarding the incident: The post also mentioned if cards were sent in thanking the paramedics for their service, or telling them to get well soon, that the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department would make sure it got to the paramedics involved in the incident.

“Someone tonight decided it would be appropriate to assault the paramedics that were transporting them to the hospital. OUR paramedics, the people who respond to calls in this city every day. The suspect waited until the police left, waited for the ambulance to be moving and the staff to be preoccupied by their treatment and concentration on the road ahead, then decided it was time to fight in a moving vehicle.” “...We understand why law enforcement can be seen as the enemy by criminals, they have arrest powers and can take you to jail, in a way that actually makes sense. But why would you ever hurt someone where their only job is to provide medical care to you? That makes zero sense...Our citizens do a great job of showing support to their police and fire fighters; let’s extend that gesture to our other first responders who do not always get the love we do.”

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Saying his long hair was a sign of defiance back in 1974, Tim Vadnais cut his locks once he passed the probationary period and was officially on the fire department.

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Something residents may not know about the White Bear Lake Fire Chief: He is fluent in sign language.

Both of Tim Vadnais’ parents were deaf so the family communicated through sign language. At times, the chief is called to the lobby of the Public Safety building if a deaf person walks in who needs assistance.

That handy interpretive service will be coming to an end, however, as Vadnais is retiring after almost 43 years with the fire department. His last day is Dec. 30.

The chief’s stories are many. Those that stuck start with the most horrific: “Probably the small plane that crashed on Price Field behind Central early in my career. There were body parts everywhere and I’ll never forget the smell of aviation gas. The plane’s wing landed in the back yard of a house.”

To one down memory lane: A 40-something woman who walked into his office one day with her son. She told the chief: “You don’t remember me, but you were the guy who delivered me on the Lafayette Bridge.”

To one of which he’s most proud: A statistic that marks zero fire deaths since 1986.

“Up until 1985, we averaged a fire death every 18 months,” Vadnais said. “Then I attended the executive fire officer course in Maryland. I had just become chief (in 1988) and was totally green.”

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Gifts of the Magi

A trio of wise visitors (Al Rice, Kris Vollmer and Andie Scott) waits for the opportunity to deliver their gifts to the baby Jesus at the live Nativity scene outside St. Stephen Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake Saturday, Dec. 10. Weather permitting, volunteers will recreate the scene Saturday, Dec. 17 starting at 4:30 p.m.

Back in court: DNR appeals, judge recommends mediation in lake lawsuit

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

ST. PAUL — Both sides in the lake level lawsuit may once again be headed for mediation at the suggestion of the district judge handling the case.

White Bear Lake City Attorney Roger Jensen said the city would certainly participate "if there is likelihood the matter could be resolved." The city is an intervenor on the side of the defendant, the Department of Natural Resources.

"We would much rather get this case settled than spend a month in trial," he noted.

As the March trial date approaches, Judge Margaret Marrinan recommended mediation between parties with retired Justice James Gilbert, the same

arbitrator who helped orchestrate the three-year stay.

That settlement, of course, failed this year for lack of legislative action.

An attorney for the plaintiff, the White Bear Lake Restoration Association (WBLRA), has contacted Gilbert and is waiting to see if he has time on his calendar. It is not uncommon for a judge to recommend mediation, according to Katie Crosby Lehmann, a managing partner with Ciresi Conlin LLP, the firm co-representing the WBLRA. Marrinan advised the parties to talk during a hearing Dec. 2 in her Ramsey County courtroom.

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‘Amazing Grace’ for 3 Mounds View High School girls

BY SARA MARIE MOORE EDITOR

ARDEN HILLS — “Stronger than the power of the grave, constant through the trial and the change, one thing remains, one thing remains: Your love never fails…” sang Mounds View High School students at a vigil Dec. 1 for two students killed in a car crash that morning, and one who remained in the hospital.

The vigil, organized by students, included the song, “One Thing Remains,” by Bethel Music, “Amazing Grace,” “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” and “When

You’re Gone,” by Avril Lavigne, among others.

Principal Jeff Ridlehoover spoke briefly to the community gathering of about 200 people gathered to pay tribute to the lives of Bridget Giere and Stephanie Carlson, both juniors, and give hope for the recovery of Sammy Redden.

“Sometimes tragedy and sadness prompt love and togetherness,” he said.

Students were encouraged to wear blue at school the next day, a favorite color of the girls, a student representative said. Students were also encouraged to write messages on paper stretched on the walls to the two

girls who died.

“Once a Mustang, always a Mustang,” said the student representative.

Students also wrote messages to the fellow student, also a junior, who remains hospitalized.

“Sammy, your whole school is here for you, keep fighting,” wrote one student in pink marker.

“Bridget, you were such a beautiful soul and you will truly be missed,” wrote another student.

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Part of the decorations from the Home for the Holidays of North Oaks Home Tour and Holiday Boutique.

Kick off your 2016 holiday season in a winter wonderland!

By Kathy Carlson “People come from all over the region to attend the North Oaks Holiday Home Tour and Boutique to kick off their holiday season. We hope everyone will join us this year for the Winter Wonderland Home Tour and Boutique, which will be a fun event to

raise money for a great cause — Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota” said Kathy Carlson, President of North Oaks Children’s Hospital Association Guild 1.

North Oaks Guild 1 continues its longstanding tradition of hosting this annual event the weekend before Thanksgiving

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VADNAIS HEIGHTS — Grace Watkins, 13, dances about 20 to 30 hours a week.

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Ann Bancroft among speakers at Women's March in St. Paul

BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER STAFF WRITER

ST. PAUL — It wasn't quite an Arctic expedition, but the Women's March held in St. Paul on Jan. 21 was certainly a journey unlike any other. The march was one of hundreds across the nation, held in solidarity with a march on the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The march was organized shortly after the 2016 election, as an oppositional response to rhetoric used during the campaign, which march organizers perceived as negative, insulting and threatening.

Among a slew of notable speakers at the Women's March rally in St. Paul Jan. 21 was Scandia resident, educator and world explorer Ann Bancroft. Bancroft, who was the fi rst woman to venture to the North Pole with a dogsled expedition team in 1986, originally planned to attend the march in Washington, D.C., but soon changed her mind.

“My original plan was indeed to travel to D.C. when the march was fi rst announced,” she said. “But as the movement spread around the country and the world with sister marches, I decided to stay closer to home. When I JACKIE BUSSJAEGER | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

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More than 100,000 marchers walked from St. Paul College to the steps of the Minnesota Capitol on Jan. 21.

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Ann Bancroft speaks in front of a crowd of thousands on the Capitol steps.

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Participants gather on the Capitol lawn to listen to dozens of guest speakers representing a diverse group of citizens.

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U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum (D-MN-4) speaks on the steps of the Capitol: “To all my sisters – white and black; Christian, Muslim and Jewish; Native American, Latina, and Asian-American; gay and straight; mother, grandmother and granddaughter; whomever we are, we must stand together, we must stay organized together, we must fight for all of our rights – together, and we must not quit.”

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Protestors display a large “dove of peace” during the march.

CITY OF CIRCLE PINES, MINNESOTA PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an aeration system is in use on Golden Lake in the City of Circle Pines.

The possibility of open water, or thin ice exists on Golden Lake throughout the winter.

Patrick Antonen, City Administrator Dated: January 23, 2017 Published one time in the Quad Community Press on January 31, 2017.

RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON URBAN STORMWATER REMEDIATION COST-SHARE REQUESTS FROM CITIES OF CIRCLE PINES, FRIDLEY, HUGO, MAHTOMEDI, AND ROSEVILLE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at its regular board meeting on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in the Shoreview City Council Chambers, 4600 North Victoria Street, Shoreview, Minnesota, the Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) Board of Managers will receive public comment under Minnesota Statutes 103B.251 on the ordering of one or more of the following projects: City of Circle Pines – Golden Lake Iron Enhanced Sand Filter ($50,000 to build a pump-controlled iron enhanced sand filter to treat storm runoff to Golden Lake), City of Fridley – Civic Complex Redevelopment Project ($360,000 to implement advanced Stormwater treatment techniques at the proposed new city hall complex), City of Fridley – Moore Lake Bioretention Basin Rehabilitation ($50,000 to convert a defunct 1980’s-era sand filter into a functional iron enhanced sand filter), City of Hugo – County Road 8 Stormwater Reuse ($63,000 to install a stormwater reuse irrigation system), City of Mahtomedi – Edgecumbe Drive Storm Drainage Improvements ($50,000 to provide flood relief and stormwater treatment to the Edgecumbe Drive neighborhood), City of Mahtomedi – Glendale Park BMP ($50,000to provide flood relief and stormwater treatment in the Glendale Park neighborhood), and City of Roseville – Gluek Lane Underground Storage ($50,000 to construct a large underground flood storage system in the Gluek Lane neighborhood).

The RCWD may select all, some or none of the applications for full or partial funding. The RCWD’s total share of cost for selected projects will not exceed $265,000 and would be funded by general tax levy on real property within the watershed. The cost-share requests can be reviewed at www.ricecreek.org or at the District office, 4325 Pheasant Ridge Dr., #611, Blaine, MN 55449-4539.

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Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons.

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was asked to speak at the Minnesota march, the decision was sealed.”

There were more than [20,000 CHECK ON FINAL NUMBER AFTER EVENT] in attendance at the St. Paul March. The Women's March MN website describes its mission: “In the spirit of democracy and honoring the champions of human rights, dignity, and justice who have come before us, we join in diversity to show our presence in numbers too great to ignore. The Women’s March on Washington will send a bold message to our new government on their fi rst day in office, and to the world that women's rights are human rights. We stand together, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us.”

The site also includes a list of “unity principles,” or areas of concern where marchers want to see progress. The principles are: ending violence, reproductive rights, LGBTQIA rights, rights of workers, civil rights, rights for people with disabilities, immigrant rights and environmental justice.

“For me, the march is an opportunity to promote equal rights for women and to defend marginalized groups in a charged atmosphere both in the U.S. and abroad,” Bancroft said. “It is important to show the diverse voices of men and women around the world who believe that women's rights are indeed human rights. When we slight one group, we actually weaken our own rights. It’s important to participate to add my voice to the mix. Silence does not make change.”

In the Twin Cities, march participants walked from the St. Paul College campus to the stairs of the State Capitol, where the event ended with a rally. Many guest speakers were present, including Lt. Governor Tina Smith, U.S. Representative Betty McCollum, Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges, former Minnesota NAACP President Nekima Levy-Pounds and more.

Bancroft said she was also compelled to speak at the event by her lifelong commitment to education. A former elementary school teacher, and now an educator at the Ann Bancroft Foundation, she places a high value on learning opportunities for children and youth across the world.

“As an educator, my drive is to empower every student, boys and girls, to live their full potential,” Bancroft said. “This can only be done with equal opportunity. As an explorer I too often felt the attitudinal barriers of what others thought I could or could not do—should or should not do. I want to continue to break these barriers down— (in ways) both subtle and overt.”

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you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint.

5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer.

If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case.

6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute.

7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Anoka County, Minnesota, legally described as: Lot 7, Block 5, Clover Leaf Farm 2nd Addition The object of this action is to obtain an Order of the Court assigning the Mortgage to Plaintiff.

557.03 NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 557.03 you are hereby served with notice that no personal claim is made against you and that any defendant upon whom this notice is served who unreasonably defends this action shall pay full costs to the plaintiff.

SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP Dated: November 18, 2016 /s/ Melissa L. B. Porter - #0337778 12550 West Frontage Road, Suite 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 Attorneys for Plaintiff Published three times in the Quad Community Press on January 24, 31, and February 7, 2017.

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“THE FOUNDER” (PG-13) [BRIEF STRONG LANGUAGE.]

— A fascinating, disturbing, factually based, ire-inducing, star-dotted (Laura Dern, Patrick Wilson, Linda Cardellini, and Charles Green), 115-minute film in which tenacious, silver-tongued, unscrupulous, Missouri malt machine salesman Ray Kroc (Michael Keaton) discovers a revolutionary, one-of-a-kind hamburger joint in San Bernardino started by the two meticulous, trustworthy McDonald brothers (Nick Offerman and John Carroll Lynch) in 1954 and then builds a multimillion dollar fast-food empire by outwitting and taking advantage of them.

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WEATHER TIDBIT I’m kind of ok with recent cool-down, if that’s what you want to call it. It was nice to have overnight lows below freezing.

It was becoming a sloppy mess. Plus, it’s worked out well for outdoor ice events in Stillwater and Winter Carnival events in St. Paul. Outdoor activities this weekend include The Bear’ly Open and Art Shanties on White Bear Lake. I’m about 80% certain that the coldest temperatures of winter are behind us.

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— While two Internal Affairs detectives (Michelle Lynn Monaghan and David Harbour) investigate dirty cops in Las Vegas in this one-dimensional, action-packed, fast-paced, violent, predictable, 95-minute remake of the French crime thriller “Nuit Blanche” (aka “Sleepless Night”) based on the novel by Frédéric Jardin, Nicolas Saada and Olivier Douyère, a divorced, undercover homicide detective (Jamie Foxx) desperately searches for his teenage son (Octavius J. Johnson) who was kidnapped in broad daylight after leaving his nurse mother (Gabrielle Union) at the hospital by a ruthless casino kingpin (Dermot Mulroney) who needs his cocaine returned that he owes an even more dangerous drug dealer (Scoot McNairy).

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[DISTURBING THEMATIC CONTENT AND BEHAVIOR, VIOLENCE, AND SOME LANGUAGE.]

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son) and one by one reveals his increasingly scary personas.

“XXX: THE RETURN OF XANDER CAGE” (PG-13)

[EXTENDED SEQUENCES OF GUNPLAY AND VIOLENT ACTION, AND SEXUAL MATERIAL AND LANGUAGE.]

— After Philippine daredevils (Donnie Yen, Deepika Padukone and Tony Jaa) steal a dangerous piece of equipment called Pandora’s Box that can disrupt worldwide communications and turn satellites into a weapon in this fast-paced, entertaining, bullet-riddled, star-studded (Samuel L. Jackson, Ice Cube, Nina Constantinova Dobreva, Tony Gonzalez, and Al Sapienza), 3-D, 107-minute thriller highlighted by frenetic action and amazing stunts and choreography, a covert government operative (Vin Diesel) and his team (Ruby Rose, Rory McCann and Kris Wu) are coerced by a duplicitous CIA bigwig (Toni Collette) to recover the dangerous, valuable weapon.

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CLUES ACROSS 1. Famed Spanish General’s nickname 5. Drink alcohol 11. Savings for soggy days 14. Kleenex, Puffs are some 15. Moved in a circular way 18. Pile of stones 19. Drenched 21. Talk to you (abbr.)

23. World’s longest river 24. Thoughts 28. Stake 29. Lawrence Taylor’s nickname 30. Coat or smear 32. Comedian Josh 33. Cost, insurance, freight (abbr.)

35. Royal Bank of Canada 36. Polyvinyl chloride 39. Lifeless 41. Doctor of Medicine 42. Former Saudi Arabian king 44. River along border of India and Nepal 46. German widow 47. Administrative review board 49. Small tower 52. Central American fruit 56. Cigar 58. Bring to life 60. Linked together in a chain 62. Marinara, BBQ are two 63. Mail

CLUES DOWN

The preceding films were reviewed by Wendy Schadewald, who has been a Twin Cities film critic since 1986. To see more of her film reviews, log on to www.shortredheadreelreviews.com.

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1. Expression of creative skill 2. Nonclerical

3. Credit card company 4. Ancient Chinese city 5. Personas 6. More (Spanish) 7. Close to 8. Nigerian City 9. Pals 10. Internal 12. Type of tent 13. Beloved Princess 16. Supplementing with difficulty 17. Region in Mississippi 20. Brave act 22. 36 inches 25. -__, denotes past 26. Swiss river 27. Submersibles 29. Portable computer screen material 31. Binary-coded decimal 34. Supervises flying 36. Represents dull, abrupt sound 37. Deformity involving a limb 38. Map 40. Dominican Republic 43. Breed of hogs 45. District attorney 48. Light Russian pancake 50. Selfs 51. Rock songstress Turner 53. American Music Awards 54. Partner 55. Egyptian Sun god 57. European money 58. Consumed 59. Doctor of Education 61. Actinium

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