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One notable gravesite at St. Genevieve’s Cemetery in Centerville is surrounded by an unusual iron structure and displays the name Louis Wenks on its stone. The Anoka Historical Society doesn’t know much about the grave’s occupant—only that he was a teenage boy who died sometime in the 1870s or 1880s. BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The human fascination with stories of the strange and unexplained transcends time and place. Every community has its share of skeletons in the closet. Whether you’re a skeptic or a true believer, it’s fun to share in the stories and legends built over generations that feature the places closest to home.

St. Genevieve’s Cemetery— Centerville

Black Panther—Hugo Sightings of large, mysterious black cats have been reported all over the world, and in the 1990s, Hugo had a few of its own. In 1999, a Hugo resident captured photos of the large animal in a pasture. He believed it to be the size of a German shepherd. Some theorized that sightings of the cat were due to mistakes in perspective—in the wide, empty farm fields around Hugo, sometimes it’s hard to tell just how far away things are. Without objects for reference, a nearby housecat might appear to be the size of a mountain lion standing farther away. But most everyone who has lived in the countryside has

encountered a wide variety of wildlife and knows a large animal when they see it. Even if the animal was a roaming mountain lion, which have been known to wander through Minnesota, the odd color is tough to explain. Wildlife experts say there has never been a melanistic, or dark-colored, mountain lion documented in the wild. In the southwestern United States, there’s a slim chance people could cross paths with a black-colored jaguar, but this animal’s home range doesn’t come anywhere near Minnesota. Some postulated that the mysterious animal was an escaped exotic pet.

Union Cemetery—White Bear Lake The ghost stories tied to Union Cemetery just off Highway 61 stretch back thousands of years to the fi rst people who lived in this region of the world. A culture of early humans known as the Woodland Indians interred several of their dead in enormous earthen mounds near Lake Avenue and Shady Lane. The mounds went undisturbed for centuries until Euro-American colonists moved into the area and built roads into modern-day White Bear Lake.

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Centerville is one of the oldest settlements in Anoka County, and St. Genevieve’s Cemetery contains a great deal of history since the town’s settlement. There are many mysteries about who lies beneath this hallowed ground. One notable gravesite is surrounded by an unusual iron structure and displays the name Louis Wenks on its stone. The Anoka Historical Society doesn’t know much about the grave’s occupant—only that he was a teenage boy who died sometime in the 1870s or 1880s. The reason for the iron bars is forgotten by history, but there are rumors that sometimes graves were enclosed this way because of a fear of witchcraft. Witches were said to be able to rise from the dead. However, this theory might be a stretch—suspected witches

weren’t usually buried in holy ground at a parish cemetery. More likely, these bars were meant to protect the person beneath, according to the Anoka County Historical Society. People were paranoid about being mistaken for dead and therefore buried alive, so some gravesites included contraptions that would allow the person below to signal to the world above if they woke up in their coffin belowground. The iron frame in St. Genevieve’s might have been part of one of these contraptions, or possibly installed to deter grave robbers.

LINO LAKES — The City Council will soon consider if it should make changes to its zoning ordinance to allow for hidden fastener (standing seam) and exposed fastener metal roofs. The topic fi rst came up last month when the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council considered a variance for 7831 Lake Drive, which would allow property owner Kathy Thayer to install a metal roof with exposed fasteners. The current city ordinance only allows for metal roofs with hidden fasteners. The Planning and Zoning Board recommended the council approve the variance. Its members also requested that city staff present an ordinance amendment for board and council consideration to allow for metal roofs with either hidden fasteners or exposed fasteners, provided the exposed fasteners are the same color as the roofi ng material. The council ultimately approved the variance for the home, but denied the variance for the two garages. At the Oct. 14 meeting, City Planner Katie Larsen presented some research detailing the differences between exposed and hidden fastener metal roofs as well as what neighboring communities allow. She said Andover, Anoka and Forest Lake do not allow metal roofs on single-family homes; Blaine allows hidden fastener metal roofs with restrictions; and the city of Hugo does not address metal roofs. Board Member Perry Laden said that in the same way the city doesn’t specify what kind of siding or shingles to put on homes, it should not specify the type of roof. “I think our ordinance with regard to the standing seam metal roof is too restrictive for this city. To say you can have a metal roof, but only if you are rich and can afford the best metal roof available … As long as it is a manufactured roofi ng system, we ought to allow it.” Board Member Jeff Reinert, who voted against the recommendation, shared some history on the topic. “It used to be considered a rural kind of roofing, it had a rural look and didn’t belong in neighborhoods. Then they came up with a more sleek, polished look, and really upgraded that look, which made it more of a finished product,” he recalled. “Rivets look very rural and belong on a machine shed on a farm somewhere. It is OK for a city to have standards and stick with it and say no to things sometimes.” The Planning and Zoning Board, once

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again by a 4-3 vote, recommended the council consider making revisions to its zoning ordinance to allow for both exposed and hidden fastener metal roofs on single-family dwellings in the R (Rural), R-X (Rural Executive), R-1 (single-family residential), R-1X (single-family executive) and R-2 (two-family residential) districts. Laden later added, “I can’t tell you the number of times we have had residents up here and we have asked them why they moved to Lino Lakes, and they said because it was rural. We have plenty of neighborhoods you can move into where all the houses look alike and have restrictive covenants … but to do that citywide, I don’t think that is appropriate.” The City Council will review the item at its Nov. 2 work session for formal action at its Nov. 9 meeting. Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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Over the creek and through the woods, to the Legislature we go BY KELLY JO MCDONNELL CONTRIBUTING WRITER

It’s been a long time coming, but funds to construct a missing trail connection in the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor have now been committed by the Legislature. The project, which will fill the gap in the trail system that lies between Golden Lake Elementary School and Baldwin Park in Circle Pines, was allocated between $4 million and $5 million. The trail system, which was drafted back in 1980, provides a connection between Anoka and Ramsey counties and connects the cities of Blaine, Circle Pines and Lino Lakes. The trail also connects to the East Anoka County Regional Trail, Bunker Chain of Lakes Regional Trail and the Rice Creek Regional Trail system in Ramsey County. The trail is heavily used, so the missing link was a problem. Patrick Antonen, Circle Pines city administrator, said getting the bikers and walkers off the city streets is important. With this trail link connection, he noted, “you could really get from the southwest part of our city, Rice Creek, over to Chomonix (Golf Course) and everywhere else in the Chain of Lakes area, without ever leaving a bike path.” Back in February before COVID-19 hit, the county presented some trail alignment options to the Circle Pines City Council to gather feedback. Antonen credits Rep. Linda Runbeck (District 38A) for getting the final deal done, even during the pandemic. “It happened relatively quickly,” he said. “A deal was swung and it made it in there! Linda got the money. This was her walk-off shot, to solve a problem that we’ve been trying to solve for a long time.” Circle Pines Mayor Dave Bartholomay agrees. “It (the trail connection) will go down as one of her most important legislative achievements, and her residents

thank her for this accomplishment.” Bartholomay is just one of the players in the manylayered trail connection project. But it’s a project he feels very strongly about. “People are so interested in hiking through nature and connecting with their natural environment. To have this trail available right here in Circle Pines is a real community amenity. Connecting existing trails is a great example of an investment that strengthens a regional trail system, allowing it to serve more people of all ages.” While the project has numerous layers, Antonen said he is looking forward to the process. “The Legislature is basically authorizing the payment to start the project, which goes to Anoka County, which works with the Met Council — which oversees all the regional trails — and then it goes through Circle Pines. You’ve got the local, the county, the Metropolitan Council, and the state all involved,” he said. Antonen added that all of the land is located in Anoka County. This project is not only a benefit to Circle Pines and Lino Lakes, but to Anoka County and the entire region. The Centennial School District also took part in the discussions from early on. Antonen met with Superintendent Brian Dietz last winter and showed him the plan. “It (the trail) is right by Golden Lake Elementary, so we wanted the school’s input, and to have them be a part of this process. We’d all love for students to have a safe route to school. If you’re at Baldwin Park, go to Golden Lake Elementary, they can bike or walk on a trail all the way. That was key.” The next steps are being organized now. “You’re going through some tricky areas,” explained Antonen. “Geographically, it’s marshy. You will go over two creeks, and bridges are the expensive part, along with the walkways. We’re going over the marsh, so you need a floating walkway. The engineering will be extensive.” The engineering design will be mindful of the trail’s

surroundings, stressed Bartholomay. “We will be careful and thoughtful in the design and building of this trail so that we protect our environment during construction and demonstrate its natural beauty and importance in the years to come.” What can private citizens do in the meantime? Antonen said having patience is key. The project won’t happen overnight, but it’s moving forward every day. They are working on engagement efforts and will keep the public informed every step of the way. “I can’t wait until the trail is complete,” Bartholomay said, “and I can use it to explore our beautiful surroundings, see the plants and animals that share this environment with us, and connect to communities close by and far away. Everyone from kids to their grandparents are going to love this trail!”

LEXINGTON CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Lexington City Council took the following action at its Oct. 15 meeting: • Reminded council members that there will be a special meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, to canvass the general election results. • Approved a rights of way tree trimming quote from Metro Tree and Crane Services in an amount not to exceed $15,000. City Administrator Bill Petracek explained that the city allocated $20,000 of its 2020 budget for tree trimming within the city’s rights of way. public works employee Jim Fischer explained that some trees would be removed near Lexington Liquors, City Hall and Memorial Park. The project scope also includes citywide

pruning. On the topic of a tree that is located on private property but overhangs the city street, Fischer noted, “Right now, if we had a snowstorm and we had to run our big plow through, we would have a broken windshield for sure. It is getting dangerous now for us in public works.” • Heard from Mayor Mike Murphy, who shared that there is an open seat on the city’s Park Board. Interested residents can find the application on the city’s website at ci.lexington.mn.us or by visiting City Hall. Murphy also encouraged residents to vote in the upcoming general election. • Approved a solicitations and peddler’s license for Xfinity/ Comcast to provide door-to-

door products and services (TV, internet, phone, home security) sales starting Oct. 22. • Approved CARES Act funding allocations for the month of October. Those included: -Public health expenses (acquisition and distribution of medical and protective supplies, including sanitizing products) for $8,908. -Payroll expenses (employee time dedicated to mitigating/ responding to the COVID-19 pandemic) for $39,914. The next City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at City Hall. SUBMITTED

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Centennial Schools will transition to distance learning WHAT IS THE IMPACT OF THE SHIFT TO DISTANCE LEARNING ON HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES?

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR

The Centennial School District announced it will have to transition students in grades 6-12 from hybrid learning to distance learning Friday, Oct. 23. A letter signed by Superintendent Brian Dietz, High School Principal Tom Breuning and Middle School Principal Bob Stevens, was sent out to Centennial families Oct. 23. The email read in part, “After meeting and petitioning to remain in the hybrid learning model, we are directed to transition to distance learning for students in grades 6-12.� Gov. Walz’s Executive Order 20-82 states that “all Minnesota public schools must adhere to parameters determined by the Minnesota Department of Health in implementing or shifting between the three learning models laid out in the 2020-21 school year planning guidance: in-person learning, hybrid learning and distance learning.� The decision was made, after the district met with the regional support team—Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota Department of education and Anoka County Public Health Department staff. Data released Thursday, Oct. 22, indicates the COVID-19 cases are at 33.16 per 10,000 people in Anoka County. At this case rate, the state’s plan calls for schools in Anoka County, including

• The district is seeking clarity on the status of high school sports and activities while students are in the distance learning model. Information will be shared as the district learns more.

HOW LONG WILL STUDENTS REMAIN IN THE DISTANCE LEARNING MODEL? • The regional support team is projecting COVID-19 cases will continue to rise for the next few weeks. Distance learning will be in place until the case numbers decrease and the district receives permission from the team to safely return to the hybrid learning model. • The district will continue to monitor state and local COVID-19 case data. Superintendent Brian Dietz will send an update during the week of Nov.23 (before Thanksgiving break) that will include case counts and further direction from the regional support team.

Safe Learning Plan guidelines. • Thursday, Nov.5 and Friday, Nov. 6: First two days of distance learning for students in grades 6-12.

Centennial, to transition students in grades 6-12 from hybrid to all distance learning. Based on the guidelines for the number of cases, elementary students will remain in the hybrid learning model.

Distance learning schedule for students in grades 6-12 Transition timeline for students, grades 6-12: (No change for elementary students) • Monday, Oct. 26 - Friday, Oct. 30: No change in schedules. Students in grades 6-12 will continue receiving instruction via the hybrid model and preparing for the switch to distance learning. • Monday, Nov. 2 - Wednesday, Nov. 4: No school for students in grades 6-12; opportunities for students to work on homework and assignments. Distance learning prep days for staff per the Governor’s

Students in grades 6-12 follow their current schedules in the distance learning model. All students learn from home, Mondays and Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The Wednesday schedule of individual student learning and support will remain unchanged. Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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of nonresident enrollment still represents the second-highest in the district’s history. - 368 resident students chose to attend other public schools, compared to 352 last year. - 421 kindergarten students enrolled compared to 496 last October. “We saw some families choosing to go to private schools. We also saw increases in the number of families who chose to homeschool their children,â€? Johnson explained. Johnson also guessed some families also elected to keep their children in districts closer to home. • Scheduled a board work session for 5:30 p.m. as well as a regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 9. The board also scheduled a board meeting for 7:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, to canvass the election results. • Held the fi rst reading of four policy changes, including: No.

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New location selected for Fall Family Outdoor Expo Join Centennial area Scouts for the Fall Family Outdoor Expo from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Golden Lake Park, 67 West Golden Lake Road, Circle Pines. The event was previously scheduled to occur at St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church in Lino Lakes. The event will offer families the chance to see and do outdoor activities. Youth of all ages are invited. There will be a cooking demo, STEM experiments, outdoor activities and more. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize. Masks and social distancing will be required at the outdoor event.

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419, which deals with a tobaccofree environment; No. 516, which addresses student medication; No. 601, which deals with district curriculum and instruction goals; and No. 607, which addresses organization of grade levels. The policy changes reflect statutory requirements that the Minnesota Legislature enacted throughout the 2020 session as well as other federal and state requirements, all recommended by the Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA). The fi nal reading of the policies will happen at the board’s meeting in November.

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ready for whatever happens. We are prepared. We have done the work.â€? • Heard from Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Scott Johnson, who presented the district’s enrollment numbers as of Oct. 1. “This year has been extraordinary,â€? Johnson said. “It has been a challenging time for staff and families.â€? Here are the highlights: - 6,492 resident and nonresident students were enrolled in the district, which is 149 less students than Oct. 1, 2019. “This is an anomaly for us. For the last several years we have seen enrollment increases,â€? Johnson said, adding that this enrollment level was last seen back in 2016. - 1,460 nonresident students were enrolled in the district, which represents a decline of about 25 students from October 2019. It is important to note that this level

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The Centennial School Board took the following action at its Oct. 19 meeting: • Held a hybrid meeting; some board members attended the meeting in person at the district center, and some attended remotely via Zoom. • Received a COVID-19 update from Superintendent Brian Dietz. He shared the case rates (14-day case rate per 10,000). “We have seen a significant spike in cases since the beginning of October.â€? As of Oct. 11, the case rate has shifted above the threshold (30-50), which would require Anoka County districts to switch models from hybrid learning to distance learning at the middle school and high school level. Elementary schools would remain on the hybrid model. Dietz added, “It is looking like it’s not if, but when‌ When the time does come to transition, we will be

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olitical pundits and business analysts have a fondness for using sports metaphors. The origins of many of the phrases we commonly hear, like “The ball’s in their Court,” “Down for the count,” “In your wheelhouse,” “Bush League,” “Dropped the ball,” “It’s a slam dunk,” “Sweet spot,” “Down to the wire” and even “Hail Mary” can be traced back to tennis, boxing, baseball, basketball, horse-racing and football. In baseball, the term in your wheelhouse refers to the area within a batter’s swing where they have the best chance to make contact with the ball. Taking the origin back even further, it may also refer to the central location of a ship’s wheel, where everything is within reach. The term sweet Angle of spot refers to the part of the bat, racquet or club where a ball is View most effectively hit. I only recently discovered that the use of the term Paul Dols “Hail Mary,” referring to a very long pass made in desperation, came into much wider use following a 1975 playoff game between the Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings. In the last seconds of the game quarterback Roger Staubach said that he closed his eyes and said a Hail Mary before throwing the game-winning pass. It was a heartbreaking and dark day for Minnesota fans and part of what has become something of a perennial, snake-bit legacy for the team. The football games we see today are the result of more than 100 years of evolving rules and regulations. According to a Smithsonian magazine article about the early history of the forward pass, football in America was a popular, but deadly, sport in the early 1900’s. The games attracted tens of thousands of spectators, far more than professional baseball at the time. In 1905 there were 18 fatalities nationwide and President Theodore Roosevelt, who had a son on the Harvard team, called for reforms to a game that was viewed as becoming increasingly violent. As a result, 62 teams gathered and agreed on a number of changes to make the game safer, including banning a formation called the “flying wedge,” that was known to cause serious injuries and also making the forward pass legal. Some of the rules and regulations we see in modern football are the result of an ingenious and crafty coach named Glenn (Pop) Warner, who’s successful coaching style at the Carlisle Indian Industrial School in Pennsylvania included a variety of trick plays that were all perfectly legal under the rules in place at the time. One of his plays involved the use of specialized jerseys equipped with elastic bands that enabled players to hide the football on kickoff returns. The rules of the game had to be revised to keep up with this inventive coach. Warner’s most enduring legacy was his consistent and effective use of the forward pass, which is still a primary part of the current game. However, today you won’t see a team attempting to confuse their opponents with football shaped pouches sewn on to their jerseys. It’s an alarming development, but the rapidly evolving technology and modes of communication many of us have embraced without question seems to be surpassing the ability of an aging governmental system to regulate and control the negative repercussions. It appears that the rules and safeguards currently in place to guarantee safe and fair elections will be tested to their limits this year. Since voting in my first election after turning eighteen, and in all of the years since, I’ve viewed the act as a privilege and the very least anyone can do to participate in a healthy democracy. It looks like it’s all coming down to the wire. I sincerely hope we don’t drop the ball, because there’s a lot more at stake then just a game. Paul Dols is photojournalist/website editor for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-407-1238 or photos@presspubs.com.

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ave you ever wondered why humans are innately drawn to nature and green spaces? The Biophilia Hypothesis, by E.O. Wilson and Steven R. Kellert, is a theory that believes that seeking out natural connections is engrained in our DNA. It says that while plants and humans look a lot different, at the cellular level we see a few key similarities: our genes divide the same way, we Gardener’s need sunshine to survive and Grapevine our “lifeblood” is identical, Brenda except for a Ortmann single atom. The lifeblood for plants is chlorophyll, which converts the sun’s energy into carbohydrates for their nourishment and survival. The lifeblood for humans is hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to the cells for our survival. This similarity tells us we evolved from a similar origin. Plants have been around significantly longer than humans, whereas humans have always

been around plants. We cannot live without our green friends because we rely on them. Plants are the only organisms capable of producing food for themselves, as well as for the animals who eat them. Whether through eating, hunting, gathering or sheltering, interaction with the natural world has always been essential for human cognitive development. Humans evolved alongside the natural world for millennia and we have relied on it until relatively recently when humans invented technologies that forever changed our interactions with nature. For the first time, we do not need nature anymore. Or at least, many think so. We live, work and drive in artificial environments. However, we still get the physiological effects of being scared or stressed like we would have if a predator were running after us. The source of fear is different now and generally comes from looming deadlines, not from saber-toothed tigers. Fear allowed humans to survive in the natural environment. Now fear causes chronic anxiety, depression, phobias and general ill-health. The good news is nature is still there and we can still utilize it to improve health, connection, and wellbeing, but we need to promote the importance of these natural spaces before it is too late to save them. Study after study finds that humans

are not only attracted to nature, but nature also has a calming and healing effect on us. It even makes us more innovative and productive. Before modern technological advances, nature had always been a part of human lives: it connected us and the planet. Slowly through the industrial and technological revolutions, nature was not as important anymore because wealth and advancement took its place. We have become so disconnected from nature that we allow sewage into our rivers, plastics into our oceans, carbon dioxide into our atmosphere, and poisons into our lawns and gardens that kill pollinators and seep into our waterways. Humans are innately connected to nature, but now we must find a new balance. We can stay in our artificial environments, but we must be able to protect and utilize nature and green spaces. A good start is responsibly tending our gardens, promoting theses spaces to others within our lives, and advocating for the protection for natural environments. The Anoka County Master Gardeners invite you to visit our website, anokamastergardeners. org/ for more plant information. Brenda Ortmann, Anoka County Master Gardener Intern.

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PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS DNR donates boat to Centennial Fire District The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently donated a rescue boat to the Centennial Fire District (CFD). Assistant Chief Kathy Peil said, “It is a great addition to our apparatus fleet with the number of lakes within our response area.” Over the winter, the boat will be outfitted with a few accessories, hardware and new storage configuration for water rescues.

Blaine man charged with multiple felonies in deadly crash Ricardo Pedro Flores, 55, of Blaine, has been charged with six felonies and one gross misdemeanor in connection to an accident that resulted in a fatality last November. Flores has been charged with two counts of criminal vehicular homicide, four counts of criminal vehicular operation and one count of drunken driving. According to the criminal complaint, at 3:54 p.m. Nov. 30, 2019, law enforcement responded to a report of a vehicle crash in the area

of Main Street SW and Shenandoah Boulevard NW in Coon Rapids. Officers arrived and noted that the weather conditions were “severely adverse” due to an ongoing blizzard mixed with freezing rain. Witnesses told officers that a Dodge Ram pickup traveling eastbound on Main Street lost control, drove over the median and struck a westbound Toyota Camry. Several other vehicles were then involved in the crash, including a Chevrolet Silverado pickup traveling behind the Camry. Officers found the driver of the Camry attempting to care for his 2-year-old son, who was not responsive. The Lino Lakes family was transported to nearby hospitals to receive treatment. The driver was treated for an ankle injury; his wife underwent emergency surgery due to multiple wounds to her internal organs that caused internal bleeding as well as treatment for a broken wrist; and their 5-year-old daughter suffered a broken arm and an injury to her hip. Their 2-year-old son was found to have suffered devastating cranial and spinal injuries and was pronounced deceased on Dec. 4. Officer spoke to the

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owner of the Ram, Flores, who said that his pickup started to fishtail and when he attempted to correct it, his vehicle spun out and went over the median. The criminal complaint states that officers observed multiple signs of intoxication from Flores, including slurred speech, glossy eyes and a strong smell of alcohol. A blood draw found the defendant to have a BAC of 0.08 and revealed the presence of THC hours after the crash. Several unopened alcoholic

beverages were also found in the front passenger seat of Flores’ vehicle. Per the criminal complaint, Flores has two prior DWI convictions, one in Sherburne County in 2017 and another in Las Vegas, Nevada. Flores’ fi rst appearance in court will be at 1 p.m. Feb. 5, 2021. Both criminal vehicular homicide charges carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail and/or up to a $20,000 fi ne. Shannon Granholm

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Failing public education Six months ago we were told schools must close, temporarily, despite the severe societal consequences. A trimester into the new school year, most of our public school students are still home, while their private school peers enjoy the privilege of in person learning. We've learned the risks from the virus are far less severe than we thought. In Minnesota, the case fatality rate for school age children is 0%. For teachers, most between the ages of 25-55, the CFR is 0.0019%. Nationwide, data shows that open schools have surpassed expectations, recording very few cases. Gov. Walz reminds us often that he was a teacher, as though this demonstrates how much he cares about education. To many, it says just the opposite. A man that prides himself on concern for public schools is choosing politics and teachers unions over children. He is choosing paralyzing fear over thoughtful risk management. Do we not care if our kids suffer mental health crises, turn to violence, become apathetic toward learning, or "simply" see their lifetime earning potential shrink? Does the data not matter? As Johns Hopkins epidemiologist Jennifer Nuzzo states in The Students Left Behind By Remote Learning, “It almost feels like folly now to speak about data...The decision was going to be made not on data but on politics.” Our children will not disappear til the pandemic is over. We can’t tuck them away for a year – a lifetime to kids who grow and develop quickly. They’re going to daycare, hanging out with friends and visiting family. Some are doing well - they’re fortune to come from wealthy families many more are in a downward spiral. But to be sure, very few are still living in isolation – nor are their teachers. Restaurants are increasing their party sizes, bars are still open, spectators are allowed at high school sporting events and malls are open. Aren’t schools more essential than all of these things? If Nickelodeon Universe can open, surely, we can get kids back to school. If we don’t, Walz, MDH and MDE can pat themselves on the back for failing public education. Jessica Lee Blaine

County awards over $1 million in business grants Anoka County has received numerous grant applications for its business and nonprofit COVID Relief Grant program. The county board set aside $5 million for business grants and $1 million for nonprofit grants. If an applicant has enough eligible expenses, they may receive a second $10,000 grant. Twenty nonprofit organizations and 123 businesses applied. So far, the county has issued 143 grants totaling $1,409,813.

Business 4 Business MSP Partnership update Because all counties and cities received Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) funding from the federal government, some of which has been allocated to businesses in the form of grants, the regional Business 4 Business MSP Partnership will focus its efforts to follow the CARES Act disbursements. The Business 4 Business MSP Partnership is a broad alliance of Twin Cities counties, chambers of commerce, community development agencies and other partners created to assist small businesses by providing grants or technical assistance to aid in economic recovery from COVID-19. The CARES Act grants have served as immediate relief for area business owners across

the Twin Cities; this was the aim of the Business 4 Business program. With the launch of the CARES Act grants to small businesses through the end of 2020, the Business 4 Business grants for financial relief or technical assistance are better suited to take place in 2021. The partnership has received donations from area alliances and business owners in both the form of technical assistance and financial relief. More information will be posted on Anoka County’s Economic Development website, anokacountysuccess.org.

Programs available to help renters, homeowners affected by COVID-19 Anoka County currently has a variety of funding sources to help qualifying renters and homeowners who have been affected by COVID-19 since March of this year. The funding sources include: • Anoka County Community Action Program (ACCAP) Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding. This program, only available to Anoka County residents, can provide money for qualifying renters and Section 8 recipients. Applicants must be at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline to qualify. Funding for this program expires Nov. 15. More information on eligibility requirements and how to apply can be found here: accap.org/

crisis-assistance/. • COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP) – This program can provide money for rent, mortgage, contract for deed, utilities, association fees and homeowners insurance. Applicants must be at or below 300% of the federal poverty guideline to qualify. This funding, which expires Dec. 30, is available to those who live in the counties of Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Scott and Washington counties. To receive CHAP funds, a preapplication and an application must be filled out, either by calling 211 (toll free: 1-800-543-7709) or by visiting housinghelpmn. org. Information on the full application process can be found here: housinglink. helpjuice.com/chap. • Salvation Army CARES Act funding. This program, only available to Anoka County residents, can provide money for rent and utilities. Applicants must be at or below 300% of the federal poverty guideline. Funding for this program expires Nov. 15. More information on eligibility requirements and how to apply can be obtained by calling 763-755-6873, ext. 5, or emailing maria.valley@usc. salvationarmy.org. More information on these three programs can be found at anokacounty.us/2689/BasicNeeds.

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The Centennial Cougars broke through for their first win — against a team that was undefeated — as they stymied the Maple Grove Crimson 13-6 Friday evening in Maple Grove. In wintry conditions a week before Halloween, on week three of the delayed season, the Cougars got rushing touchdowns by Elijah Ward from seven yards, just before halftime, and from Lance Liu, from eight yards, midway through the fourth quarter. The Cougar defense limited the Crimson, who scored 25 and 26 points in their first two games, to a pair of field goals from Conor Fournier, from 33 and 32 yards. “Our defense played really well

and we had a great game plan from our defensive coaches,” coach Mike Diggins said. “We figured them out and got our kids in the right spots. Maple Grove’s quarterback throws well, their backs are speedy and their team is always physical. We outhit them and were a little tougher that night when they were.” Maple Grove had an apparent 82-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter called back due to an illegal receiver downfield penalty. With that play erased, the Cougars held Maple Grove passer Nate Elmes to a 3-for-16 slate for 31 yards. The Crimson did rush for 164 yards, led by Michael Zupke with 128 in 15 carries. The Cougars led 6-3 at halftime and just about padded the lead in the 20 seconds. From midfield,

Ward hit Liu on a screen pass, then Mason Lindsay on a deep pass, and they were inside the five with one play left. However, Ward was stopped a foot short of the end zone. The Cougars expanded their lead with a methodical, seven minute drive, three or four yards at a time, capped by Liu’s touchdown — exactly what they needed late in a close game. Diggins praised his team’s ball control. “Our offense did not score a lot, but our defense was only on the field for 18 plays in the second half,” said Diggins. “That is who we are; we have to be a grinder kind of team.” Bruce Strand

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just nine goals allowed in 14 matches. The Cougars beat Anoka 3-0 in the semifinals three nights earlier with Harper, Summer Francis and Sydney Nelson scoring. Other seniors bowing out in style were goalies Lang and Abigail Biondi; forwards Nelson, Francis, Morgan O’Hearn and Grace Prairie; and midfielders Wilson, Brittany Bordson and Sophia Eskierka. “We knew from the beginning that this season would be different from any other,” said Wilson, “so we’ve really emphasized trying to focus on the things that we can control. “Even so, when they announced that there would be no state tournament, it was a tough pill to swallow, especially for us seniors. We were all hoping for a second chance at the state champion title that we were just within arms’ reach of last year.” Bruce Strand

Jenna Lang, Centennial soccer senior goalkeeper, anchored three shutout wins for the Cougars in the Section 7AA tournament. She made eight saves in a 2-0 win over Blaine in the finals. For the season, Lang posted a 0.73 goals-against average, an 81.7 save percentage, and eight shutouts, helping the Cougars finish 13-1. ”She played through the 30-plus MPH windy game, snow, and rain,” said Coach Ginger Flohaug. “She came up with big saves when we needed her too.” w too.

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SPORTS BRIEFS Harper is Ms. Soccer finalist Khyah Harper, the high-scoring Centennial forward whose next team will be the Minnesota Gophers, is one of the finalists for Ms. Hockey award, announced last week. Harper scored 26 goals this season and 139 in a six-year career (the first three at North Branch). The other Class 2A finalists are Chloe Olson of Minneapolis South, Kenzie Jacobsen of Rosemount, Lexi Huber of Stillwater and Olivia Watson of Moorhead. The coaches association named five finalists each in Class A and Class AA for both boys and girls.

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“It brings tears to my eyes thinking about all the athletes I’ve gotten to work with,” Flohaug told the Star-Tribune, which featured the game in its Soccer Hub. “To be a part of their life and make an impact in some way — just all the relationships and so many great memories.” Flohaug announced before the season that she will step down to devote herself more to her administrative role, having become assistant activities director this year, and to watch her seventh-grade twins, a boy and girl, play soccer. “This being Ginger’s last year has only added more fuel to our team’s fi re,” said Lindsay Wilson, senior mid fielder and co-captain. “We want to make sure her last season is one to be proud of.” Harper, a Minnesota Gopher recruit and Ms.

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shots on goal. The Cougars, coached by Jeffrey Ottosen, were 3-4 on Sept. 22, but unbeaten after that with four wins and three ties, allowing just three goals in that span, and finished 7-4-3. Duluth East was 12-2. The Cougars vanquished Blaine 2-1 on Monday evening in the semifi nals. Will Miers and Tucker Weldon had the goals, and the Cougars got another strong game from the defensive corps and Verde. Blaine finished 8-3, with two of the losses to Centennial.

The Centennial swimmers placed fourth among eight teams in the Section 7AA meet Saturday at Coon Rapids. Blaine was team champion. Layni Andrle closed a strong senior season winning the 500 freestyle (5:12.94) and placing second in the 200 (1:55.30). She would have advanced to the state meet had it not been canceled due to the pandemic. In diving, Kathryn Woelfel placed third (337.15), Rylie McCulloch 10th and Mia Wang 11th. Other scoring leaders were Janessa Sandvold, seventh in individual medley and 10th in breaststroke; Maddie Fuller, fourth in butterfly and eighth in the medley; Calla Kamish, fourth in backstroke and fi fth in 100 free; Katelyn Smith, eighth in 500 free and ninth in 200 free; Laura Zebel, eighth in backstroke and 12th in 100 free; Kayley Magnuson, 10th in backstroke and 13th in butterfly; Lauren Kajer, 13th in 200 free and 14th in butterfly; Jaden Ruegsegger, ninth in 100 free and 13th in 50 free; and Nicole Kammer, 11th in 500 free. Top relay finish by the Cougars was third in the medley with Kamish, Sandvold, Fuller and Ruegsegger.

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The Centennial Cougars picked up a “three-peat� of section championships in boys soccer by vanquishing Duluth East 3-0 in the Section 7AA finals on Saturday evening in Duluth. The Cougars won Section 5AA in 2018 and have won 7AA the last two years. This time, there won’t be the reward of a state tournament trip as all fall state tournaments have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the finals, Cougar goals came from Cal Babiash, Will Miers and Garrett Miers. Goalie Isaac Verke stopped all seven of Duluth East’s

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-7926010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; September 28, 2020. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Guthmueller called the regular meetLQJ RI WKH 6FKRRO %RDUG WR RUGHU DW S P LQ WKH 'LVWULFW 2IÀFH %RDUG 5RRP 2. ROLL CALL The following members were present: Guthmueller, Wilson, %HWWLQJHU .QLVHO\ 7LPP DQG H[ RIÀFLR 'LHW] 0HPEHU &XOS MRLQHG WKH PHHWLQJ virtually. 3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Motion to approve the agenda by Wilson, seconded by Bettinger. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. Chairperson Guthmueller acknowledged approval of the agenda. 4. PUBLIC FORUM: None. 5. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT: 6XSHULQWHQGHQW 'LHW] UHSRUWHG RQ WKH ÀUVW PRQWK RI VFKRRO &29,' &HQWHQQLDO EHLQJ QDPHG D National Blue Ribbon School, and Technology/Chromebooks. 6. CONSENT ITEMS 6.1 Approval of Minutes: Regular School Board Meeting Minutes of August 24, 2020 and Work Study Session Minutes of September 14, 2020. $SSURYDO RI 0RQWKO\ 'LVEXUVHPHQWV 3D\UROO WR EH UDWLÀHG $FFRXQWV 3D\DEOH WR EH UDWLÀHG 3HUVRQQHO 5HWLUHPHQWV Resignations; Employment; Change in Employment; Leaves of Absence. *LIWV WR WKH 'LVWULFW &LW\ RI %ODLQH 6FKRRO 5HVRXUFH 2IÀFHU &RQWUDFW $JUHHPHQW &LW\ RI /LQR /DNHV 6FKRRO 5HVRXUFH 2IÀFHU &RQWUDFW $JUHHment. The Superintendent of Schools recommends approval of the Consent Agenda Items as detailed in the enclosures. Motion to approve the Consent Agenda Items by Knisely, seconded by Wilson. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 7. CURRICULUM 7.1 Equity Update - Scott Johnson, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, provided an update on current and ongoing efforts to address inequities in the Centennial School District. No School Board action was required. 8. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 8.1 Joint Powers $JUHHPHQW $QRND &RXQW\ %LUFK 6WUHHW 3URMHFW 0LQQ 6WDW † DXWKRUL]HV SROLWLFDO VXEGLYLVLRQV RI WKH VWDWH WR HQWHU LQWR MRLQW SRZHUV DJUHHPHQWV -3$ IRU WKH MRLQW H[HUFLVH RI SRZHUV FRPPRQ WR HDFK 2YHU WKH SDVW VHYHUal months, the County has met with District leaders and staff to discuss the reconstruction of Birch Street. This agreement covers certain improvements along a portion of Birch Street from Hokah Drive to 500 feet east of West Shadow Lake Drive, located in the City of Lino Lakes, County of Anoka, State of Minnesota. The Executive Director of Business Services recommends that WKH 6FKRRO %RDUG DSSURYH WKH MRLQW SRZHUV DJUHHPHQW ZLWK WKH &RXQW\ RI $QRND UHODWHG WR WKH UHFRQVWUXFWLRQ RI %LUFK 6WUHHW 0RWLRQ WR DSSURYH WKH MRLQW powers agreement with the County of Anoka related to the reconstruction of Birch Street by Bettinger, seconded by Wilson. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Abstain: Timm. Motion carried. 8.2 Fund Balance Transfers - The 2020 State Legislature has DGRSWHG OHJLVODWLRQ VWDWLQJ WKDW IRU ÀVFDO \HDUV DQG RQO\ VFKRRO districts may transfer dollars to another fund due to COVID-19 in accordance with Minnesota Laws 2020, Chapter116/House File 4415 Article 3 Section 8. Board member Bettinger moved the adoption of the following Resolution: 5(62/87,21 $87+25,=,1* 7+( )81' 75$16)(5 2) FROM LONG TERM FACILITIES MAINTENANCE (LTFM) TO 81$66,*1(' $1' 7+( 75$16)(5 2) )520 /21* 7(50 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE (LFTM) TO RESTRICTED FUND BALANCE The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Knisely. And, upon a roll call vote the following voted in favor: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. And the following voted against: None.

Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD Dated: September 28, 2020 %\ 6X]DQQH *XWKPXHOOHU 6FKRRO %RDUG &KDLU By: Kathryn Timm, School Board Clerk 8.3 2021 Health Insurance Proposals - In September, health insurance committee members and our insurance agent, Arthur J. Gallagher reviewed the proposals from Preferred One, Health-Partners, and UnitedHealth Group. Medica and BCBS declined to provide a proposal. It was determined after discussion and review of the proposals to recommend approval of the Health-Partners proposal for the calendar years 2021 and 2022. The Executive Director of Business Services recommends approval of the proposal from Health partners for the 2021 and 2022 calendar plan years and meeting minimum aggregate value. Motion to approve the proposal from Health partners for the 2021 and 2022 calendar plan years and meeting minimum aggregate value by Wilson, seconded by Knisely. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. 8.4 Health and Dental Insurance Renewal Rates - In September, the health insurance committee met to review current claims and the plan performance of the self-insured PHGLFDO DQG GHQWDO IXQGV 7KH FRPPLWWHH UHYLHZHG UHQHZDO SURMHFWLRQV EDVHG on claims, admin fees, and trends. After discussion and review, it was the consensus of the committee to recommend a 2.0% rate increase for our medical plans and a 0.0% increase for our dental plan. These increases will be effective January 1st, 2021 for the calendar plan year 2021. The Executive Director of Business Services recommends that the School Board approve the medical and dental insurance rate and plan structure proposed by the Health Insurance Committee. Motion to approve the medical and dental insurance rate and plan structure proposed by the Health Insurance Committee by Bettinger, seconded by Timm. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 8.5 2020 Payable 2021 Preliminary Levy - State statutes require that school districts certify proposed property taxes payable in 2021 by September 30, 2020. As in past years, the Executive Director of Business Services is recommending that the board approve the proposed 2020 payable 2021 property tax levy at “Maximum� to allow for the necessary updates. Motion to approve the proposed 2020 payable 2021 property tax levy as “Maximum� and certify the levy to the county auditor by Wilson, seconded by Timm. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 8.6 Approval to Purchase Chromebooks - NowMicro is on the state contract and provided the best solution when factoring product availability/delivery timelines, pricing, and setup services. We are expecting to receive devices at Centennial over the winter to put us in a position to provide equitable access to devices for students in grades 3-12. The Director of Technology recommends that the School Board approve the purchase of Chromebooks for the 1:1 initiative for grades 3-5 from NowMicro. Motion to approve the purchase of Chromebooks for the 1:1 initiative for grades 3-5 from NowMicro by Bettinger, seconded by Timm. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 9. SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS 9.1 Second Reading/Adoption of Policy 522 Title IX Sex Nondiscrimination Policy, Grievance Procedure and Process and Policy 422 Policies Incorporated by Reference - This is a second reading of Policy 522 Title IX Sex Nondiscrimination Policy, Grievance Procedure and Process Policy 522 and Policies Incorporated by Reference Policy 422. The board is asked to adopt the revised policies. Motion to adopt the revisions to Policy 422 Policies Incorporated by Reference and Policy 522 Title IX Sex Nondiscrimination Policy, Grievance Procedure and Process by Bettinger, seconded by Knisely. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Culp. Nays: Timm. Motion carried. 9.2 Approve of Revised School Board Meeting Schedule – Motion to approve the Revised School Board Meeting Schedule with a change to the date and time for the meeting

to Canvass the School Board election to Friday, November 13 at 7:30 a.m. by Wilson, seconded by Bettinger. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 11. COMMUNICATION 11.1 CAEF. 11.2 MSBA. 11.3 Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District #916. 11.4 Schools for Equity in Education. 12. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS 12.1 Dates to Note – Upcoming dates and event in the school district.12.2 Presentations or Items of Business from Staff or Board Members. 13. ADJOURN DW S P 0RWLRQ WR DGMRXUQ E\ .QLVHO\ VHFRQGHG by Wilson. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Wilson, Bettinger, Knisely, Timm, Culp. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. Kathryn Timm, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on October 27, 2020.

CITY OF CENTERVILLE, MINNESOTA PUBLIC NOTICE OF ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in the City of Centerville, Minnesota, on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at the polling ORFDWLRQV OLVWHG EHORZ IRU WKH SXUSRVH RI YRWLQJ IRU FDQGLGDWHV RI WKH RIÀFHV VSHFLÀHG EHORZ 7KH SROOV IRU VDLG HOHFWLRQ ZLOO EH RSHQ DW $0 DQG ZLOO UHPDLQ RSHQ XQWLO FORVLQJ DW 30 7KH &LW\ RI &HQWHUYLOOH¡V SROOLQJ ORFDWLRQ voting hours are as follows: 6W *HQHYLHYH¡V &RPPXQLW\ 3DULVK &HQWHU 6995 Centerville Road Centerville, MN 55038 HOURS: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. CITY OF CENTERVILLE OFFICES ‡ 0D\RU ‡ &LW\ &RXQFLO 0HPEHU DW /DUJH VHDWV ‡ &LW\ &RXQFLO 0HPEHU DW /DUJH VHDW (special election, term ending in 2023) &HQWHUYLOOH¡V SROOLQJ ORFDWLRQ &KXUFK RI 6W *HQHYLHYH 3DULVK &RPPXQLW\ Center, 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville, MN 55038 Voting hours: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Precinct Name: Centerville P-1 Voting Location: St. Genevieve Community Parish Center, 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville, MN 55038 Teresa Bender, City Clerk Published two times in the Quad Community Press on October 20 and 27, 2020.

CITY OF LINO LAKES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Board of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on November 10, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. electronically via Zoom to consider the following: 3URMHFW 1DPH %DOG (DJOH $GGLWLRQ PID: #19-31-22-12-0002 Land Use Applications: Preliminary Plat 3URSRVHG 3URMHFW 7ZR ORW UHVLGHQWLDO VXEGLYLVLRQ The agenda with directions to the Zoom meeting will be available on the &LW\¡V ZHEVLWH ZZZ OLQRODNHV XV DW OHDVW KRXUV SULRU WR WKH VFKHGXOHG PHHWing. For further information regarding the above item, contact City Planner, Katie Larsen, at 651-982-2426. Anyone wishing to be heard regarding these items will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400. Julie Bartell, City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on October 27, 2020.

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Water Street Innâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Stillwater Stillwater, which still holds the ambiance of an early logging town, lays claim to many haunts. One of the most well known is the rumored haunting of the Water Street Inn, a turn-of-the-century building located on the banks of the St. Croix River beside the historic Stillwater Lift Bridge. In 1890, the original building was constructed as the Lumber Barons Exchange Building, which housed several businesses and a saloon. With such a long history, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise that rumors abound about hauntings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Minnesota Road Guide to Haunted Locationsâ&#x20AC;? shares a story that in the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s early days, a Confederate soldier drank himself to death in the saloon. Some

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ly under investigation. • Officers were dispatched to a residence in Lino Lakes for a family domestic incident Oct. 16. After an investigation, an adult male was arrested and booked into the Anoka County Jail. Another male was cited for disorderly conduct. • An officer was dispatched a complaint about construction noise in the area of 20th Avenue and Red Oak Lane Oct. 17. The officer spoke with an employee and informed them of the city ordinance that regulates the hours construction can take place. The employee agreed to stop. • Officers responded to a residence in the 6600 block of 20th Avenue for a property damage report. A party was subsequently arrested on DWI charges. • Officers responded to a report of a suspicious activity in a residential neighborhood in the 6900 block of LaMotte Drive Oct 18. Officers located a disabled vehicle and damaged property. The investigation is ongoing. • Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the area of I-35E and Ash Street Oct. 18. The driver had a medical emergency and was transported to the hospital by an ambulance. • An officer responded to a report of a theft of a catalytic converter in the 6400 block of Clearwater Creek Oct. 18. The officer documented the incident. The investigation is ongoing.

The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Police responded to the 3600 block of Centerwood Road in Lexington Oct. 14 on a suspicious activity report. • Officers responded to Midwest One Bank in Centerville Oct. 14 on report of a counterfeit bill. • Police were dispatched to the 80 block of West Road in Circle Pines Oct. 14 on a theft report. Information was collected. • Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Lovell Road and Dunlap Avenue in Lexington Oct. 15. The driver was subsequently arrested. • Officers verbally warned a driver for speeding in the area of Main Street and Lakeland Circle in Centerville Oct. 15. • Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Main Street and Mound Trail in Centerville Oct. 16. All the occupants of the vehicle were found to be juveniles and were released to their parents for curfew violations. • Officers responded to the 6800 block of 20th Avenue in Centerville Oct. 16 on a suspicious activity report. The complainant said there was a suspicious light flashing. Officers investigated but found nothing suspicious. Officers received another report of a suspicious light flashing in the 6900 block a short time later. • Officers responded to a property damage accident in the 1700 block of Dupre Road

in Centerville Oct. 16. The caller advised her daughter had struck and damaged a cable box near their driveway. The utility company was advised of the damage. • Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 7200 block of Twin Lakes Avenue in Centerville Oct. 16. A passenger was subsequently arrested on multiple charges. • Officers received a driving complaint from the area of Lake Drive and Pointcross Drive in Circle Pines Oct. 17. Officers subsequently located the vehicle and it was stopped. The driver was arrested for third-degree DWI. • Officers were flagged down by a male in the 1 block of Center Road in Circle Pines Oct. 18 for a theft report. • Officers were dispatched to the 50 block of West Golden Lake Road in Circle Pines Oct. 18 for a traffic complaint. The driver was subsequently located and verbally warned. • Officers were dispatched to the 9500 block of Dunlap Avenue in Lexington Oct. 19 for a noise complaint. Officers warned an individual hosting a party to keep the noise down. • Officers were dispatched to a possible overdose in Circle Pines. Officers assisted ambulance staff and the victim was subsequently transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment.

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VOTERS’ GUIDE 2020 HOUSE DISTRICT 38A (ELECT 1) CANDIDATES

Roger Chamberlain (R, incumbent) Kris Fredrick (DFL)

ANOKA COUNTY COMMISSIONER (ELECT 1) CANDIDATES

Jeff Reinert (incumbent)

Age: 57 City: Lino Lakes Occupation: Self-employed, handyman work

Age: 46 City: Lino Lakes Occupation: Currently, Technology Specialist with Highview Middle School. Previously, General Counsel of Honeywell International Inc.’s research lab.

Age: 60 City: Lino Lakes Occupation: Anoka County Commissioner. Also, President/CoFounder of a biotech company.

Justin Stofferahn (DFL)

Donald Raleigh (R)

Cindy Hansen

Age: 32 City: White Bear Township Occupation: Research Analyst, BlueGreen Alliance

Age: 54 City: Circle Pines Occupation: President, Evolve Systems

Age: 63 City: Lino Lakes Occupation: 20 years- School District #621

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CENTERVILLE MAYOR (ELECT 1) CANDIDATE

CENTERVILLE CITY COUNCIL (SPECIAL ELECTION, ELECT 1) CANDIDATES

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL BOARD (ELECT 3) CANDIDATES

D. Love (incumbent, unopposed)

Darrin Mosher

Chris Bettinger (incumbent)

Age: (no answer) City: Centerville Occupation: Claims Team Manager – State Farm Insurance

CENTERVILLE CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) CANDIDATES

Russ Koski Age: 56 City: Centerville Occupation: Account manager

Steve King Candidate did not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

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Age: (no answer) City: Centerville Occupation: Sales Consultant

Age: 43 City: Centerville Occupation: Golf Course Manager

Michael Dufault

John Burns

Age: 45 City: Centerville Occupation: Director of facilities and maintenance at a large manufacturing company. Much of my career includes industrial engineering, production management, budgeting and project management, along with various leadership roles to guide, grow and develop people.

Age: (no answer) City: Circle Pines Occupation: Technology sales consultant

LEXINGTON MAYOR (ELECT 1) CANDIDATE

Stephanie Carlson

Mike Murphy (incumbent) Age: 35 City: Lexington Occupation: Small business owner and entrepreneur

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Age: 47 City: Lino Lakes Occupation: Sr. analyst, sales operations and channel, Rockwell Automation

LEXINGTON CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) CANDIDATES

ONLINE POLL How do you plan to vote in the Nov. 3 election?

Age: 44 City: Lino Lakes Occupation: Mom and volunteer. Previously a business systems analyst and computer programmer

Brandon Winge (incumbent) Age: 40 City: Lexington Occupation: I am a job supervisor for a small construction company.

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Gina Schmittdiel Age: 32 City: Centerville Occupation: Personal Trainer and Pilates Instructor, Lifetime Athletic

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Candidate did not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

LOCATIONS Circle Pines Precinct 1: If you live north of Lake Drive, you will vote at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1 North Road. Please note this is a change from last year. Precinct 2: If you live south of Lake Drive, you will vote at city hall, 200 Civic Heights Circle

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Living Waters Lutheran Church, 865 Birch Street

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Lexington The city of Lexington only has one polling place located at Lexington City Hall, 9180 Lexington Ave.

Centerville Church of St. Genevieve’s Community Parish Center, 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville.

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