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City Council begins planning for future of streets BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

CIRCLE PINES — Now that the city has completed its series of street projects, it looks to come up with another plan that will guide future improvements and maintenance. Last November, the city celebrated the culmination of the largest investment in city’s history —$40.8 million, to be exact. Back in 2006, the City Council agreed it was time to start focusing on streets and to develop a plan that would address the city’s infrastructure needs, all while making the financing work. It took a couple of years to get all of that in motion, but the first project kicked off in 2008, and subsequent projects took place every two years. The last project was completed in 2022. Now a year later, the city is kicking off its new pavement management plan, which will guide the city for the next several years. City Engineer Eric Eckman, of WSB, explained that over the summer, the firm inspected the 17.3 miles of roadways within the city and the report was finalized this fall. The average pavement condition index (PCI) for city streets is 84.4 out of 100. Most cities aim to be around 80%. “That is amazing,” Eckman said. “Most of that has everything to do with past councils’ push to fix the roads and make that investment.

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approximately 70. “The majority of them are companion volunteers, so they are providing that loving, comforting presence to patients,” Egan explained. “They also provide respite care for primary caregivers, because it’s exhausting.” Volunteers also help with bereavement calls and quality of care calls. Grace Hospice also has volunteer death doulas, who are trained in death and the dying process to help people through

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Grace Hospice is eagerly looking to recruit volunteers — pet and human — to bring a bit of comfort and joy to its patients. Grace Hospice is a faithbased, nonprofit organization that follows the grassroots philosophy of hospice, which is service rich in spiritual care and volunteerism. Grace Hospice serves people with terminal illnesses in seven counties in and around the Twin Cities. Although Grace Hospice has an office

in Minneapolis, its clients are served wherever they call home. Volunteer Coordinator Denise Egan says Grace Hospice provides the same services other hospice providers offer, and then some. In addition to physician oversight, nursing and social workers, Grace Hospice also provides chaplains, massage therapists and music therapists. Egan says what distinguishes Grace above all else is its “fantastic team” of volunteers. “They are really integral to what we do,” Egan said. Currently, Grace has a team of

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Circle Pines couple Jimmy and Janelle Willard have been married for 24 years. Since 2004, their passion for barbecue has continued to grow. BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

Jimmy Ray’s sauces can be found in over 100 stores in Minnesota, but what people might not know is the makers behind the sauce reside right here in Circle Pines. Jimmy and Janelle Willard have lived in Circle Pines for 24 years, and they have been married for almost 25 years. Back in 2004, Jimmy stumbled upon a website that was advertising the Minnesota Barbeque Society’s competition in Cambridge and the rest was history. The two joined the Kansas City Barbeque Society Pro Circuit and traveled throughout Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin to compete at about 15 competitions a year. The Willards would travel with their customized 38-foot trailer and compete in four categories: chicken, ribs, pork butt and ribs. “We always arrived the day before so our big meats, like the brisket in the pork butts, would go on the night before and then the next day morning, we would start doing our ribs and

Every Saturday, the couple visits local grocery stores to offer customers a taste of their sauces.

chicken,” Janelle explained. Jimmy added that every two to three hours, they would have to get up to check on the meat. In addition to competing, the two were also certified judges. Over the years, the couple won many trophies and awards, but eventually decided to step away from competitions. Jimmy said three of the reasons they decided to stop competing were money, age and time. “We are not spring chickens anymore,” Jimmy said. “Competitions are a really intense process.” Janelle added that they were a lot of work. “It was a weeklong process … getting the ingredients, traveling, prepping.” The two started making their own sauces, bottling them in Mason jars to share with family and friends. After Jimmy retired from his job as a chief technology officer for a health care benefits company, Janelle said he became more serious about the sauces because he “needed something to do.” Janelle still works as an administrative assistant at the University of Minnesota in pediatrics. Jimmy Ray’s currently has six

Jimmy and Janelle Willard joined the Kansas City Barbeque Society Pro Circuit and traveled throughout Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin to compete in about 15 competitions a year.

sauces, one of which was just launched a couple of weeks ago. The couple already has plans to add two more sauces next year. Jimmy explained that the process of getting a sauce “just right” takes about six to nine months. “We do market demographics, we do research and we test, test, test until we get it just right,” he said. Over all the years the couple competed, they made lasting friendships with other certified judges who are able to provide feedback on their sauces and offer advice. “It was a lot of fun, and we met a lot of people that are still great friends. It’s a whole different barbecue family,” Janelle said. Jimmy’s favorite sauce is the Smoky and Spicy Texas BBQ, and Janelle’s favorite is the Spicy Sweet Honey Chipotle. Other flavors include Championship BBQ Sauce, Sassy Sweet Just Peachy Sauce, Sweet and Tangy Mustard Sauce and the Perfect Finish Jalapeño Sauce. The sauce can be found at Hy-Vee and Kowalski’s as well as some Ace Hardware stores and a variety of local

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gift shops and meat stores throughout Minnesota and Iowa. “Our approach is high quality and unique flavors,” Jimmy said. Janelle added that all of their products are MSG-free and gluten-free and are vegan-friendly. They do not contain high fructose corn syrup or soy, dairy or nuts. Every Saturday, they visit different stores to offer tastings. “It is fun to see people try it and see the excitement that they have,” Janelle said. She noted that they also provide recipes and ideas for how to incorporate their sauces. Jimmy said they are looking into adding a steak sauce and apple sauce. For more information about Jimmy Ray’s, visit jimmyraysbbq.com Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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and Thursdays Where: Rice Lake Centre, east end of Hugo Public Works building, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Free fitness classes for Hugoarea adults 55+ by Live 2B Healthy. Class designed for seniors to help improve balance, strength, and flexibility in a group setting. Periodic fitness tests so participants can track their progress. Contact: Barb @ 651-592-0369 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo.com

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WINTER FARMERS MARKET When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Where: Normandy Park Education

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QUILTERS GUILD SATURDAY SEW-INS When: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Where: Shoreview Library, 4560

WINTERFEST When: Saturday, Dec. 9 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Community festival has

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Swedish meatballs, lefse, and more. Tickets available online or at the church. Contact: 763-784-2558 or stmarkcp.org

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MEMBERS EXHIBITION COMMUNITY RECEPTION AND HOLIDAY PARTY When: 3:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts Details: View the Members’

SHOREVIEW COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6 Where: Shoreview Community Center,

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new, unwrapped toys ready to donate put in Santa’s fire truck as he makes his way through neighborhoods. Santa will have treats for the kids along the route. Labeled donations may also be left by mailboxes. All donations go to the Hugo Community Food Shelf. Parade route maps in this week’s paper and online. Contact: centennialfire.org

Center, 2484 E. County Road F Details: More than 20 vendors will sell locally-grown and handcrafted items and gifts; classes also offered. Food trucks also on site. Indoors. Contact: forksinthedirt.com

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CIRCLE PINES SANTA PARADE When: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 Where: Circle Pines neighborhoods Details: Have non-perishable food and

Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Bring a lunch and hear a naturalist-led presentation for all ages. May include optional hike or outdoor component. Registration not required; equipment provided. Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com

4600 N. Victoria St. Details: Marty Berglund will speak on the topic of ‘Growing, Preserving, Drying and Cooking with Minnesota Produce.’ Public welcome. Contact: 651-484-4341

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6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Experience old-fashioned Christmas traditions, a visit and story time with Santa, and cider and cookies. PJ’s welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Contact: whitebearhistory.org

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he decorations are out, treats are being made, and parties are coming up. December can be a busy month of celebrations and fun times with friends and family. However for those who have lost a loved one, the the holiday spirit can be overshadowed by grief, loss and isolation. As we head into the holiday season, our thoughts are with several of our friends who are grieving the loss of a parent or loved one this year. This past week our community was overcome with grief as we learned Samson Walters, a sophomore at Mahtomedi High School, died Saturday from injuries sustained in a car accident that occurred earlier in the week on his way to school. Samson was a lacrosse teammate and friend of my son’s. There have been many emotions and lots Publisher’s of tears, but no adequate words can express how totally heartbroken we are View for his family and all who knew and Carter Johnson loved him. The student community came together at St. Andrew’s Church in Mahtomedi before school Friday morning for a prayer service for Samson and his family. The new fellowship hall was packed, mostly with students from Mahtomedi, White Bear Lake and other area high schools who wanted to offer prayer support and to be together to support each other in a time of tragedy. They, too, will forever be impacted by the life and loss of a friend and classmate. It was an amazing opportunity that Pastor Brian Norsman and the staff at St. Andrews provided to the kids and the community. Where can people turn in times of tragedy? I think our local churches are a great resource. Several local churches recently held workshops on the topic of dealing with grief and loss during the holidays. Many churches have ongoing grief support groups. There are also support groups for caregivers, for those going through a divorce or job loss, and more. In most cases, these groups and sessions are free and open to everyone, so you don’t necessarily have to be a member of the church to participate. Churches are of course a place for worship, but they also provide so much more. If you are experiencing grief, loneliness, or any kind of hardship right now, check into the various ways our local churches can provide help and ongoing support. If you aren’t currently attending or involved with a specific church, the next few weeks will be a great time to go around and check out what our local churches have to offer, because they are already geared up for the influx of new people who attend during the holidays. Check out our church directory in the papr for information about locations and service times. The spirit of the season is also about giving, and December is the time many organizations make their year-end appeals for donations. Find the causes that are important to you and make a financial gift, donate your time by volunteering, or do both. A family outing with younger children could include picking out toys to donate to toy drives or bell-ringing for the Salvation Army. There is no shortage of ways to make an impact by giving, and the need is great. People want to lean on each other both in times of sorrow and celebration. Enjoy all of the upcoming holiday parties, and look for the many ways you can spread love and joy to those around you this season. Carter Johnson is publisher of Press Publications.

Commitment community has to our students

s I write this column, we are coming off a huge win as the Centennial football team won the 6A State Championship game at US Bank Stadium the day after Thanksgiving. Our community came together to support the team throughout the year as well as throughout the years of the program. You’ve shown up on Friday nights to cheer on the Movers & Cougars at the stadium, and Shakers you certainly Jeff Holmberg showed up for the Championship match-up against Edina, helping set an attendance record at a Prep Bowl game. As Michael Diggins, high school teacher and the team’s defensive coordinator, stated in communication to staff, “It was an experience our program, school and community will never forget.” Since my arrival in 2021, I have been amazed at the commitment our community has to our students. I have heard repeatedly that the

district is the “glue” that holds the communities together. The school district is the one commonality. The five communities we serve are special places, and I sincerely thank you for your support of our students, staff, and the Centennial community atlarge. Our students have been hard at work not only on the practice field but in the classroom this school year. Before the Thanksgiving break, our families had the opportunity to conference with their student’s teacher/s. Conferences are a wonderful way for teachers to connect with families to ensure students are receiving the support they need to ensure learning. Through visits at our schools, I continue to be impressed with our students, their perspectives, and for learning new state standards. Our students are incredibly talented (on and off the playing field and on the stage), and we all enjoy it when they can showcase their talents and demonstrate their learning. I’m hoping you caught a performance of the high school and middle school’s plays this fall. The choirs and bands will host holiday concerts in December and musicals will be performed in the spring.

At the District Office, we are assessing our physical environments and planning for the future by creating a 10-year facilities and enrollment plan based on student enrollment trends, educational capacity relative to providing current and future programming, facility space for co-curricular opportunities now and in the future, and facility deferred maintenance needs. Facilities planning is an opportunity for broad input from stakeholders that is open, transparent, and engaging. The community engagement process begins mid-winter. Look for more information on our website at isd12.org and in future issues of “The Observer.” With fall now almost truly behind us, a state championship under our belts, and winter athletics and activities already underway, we hope to see you in our schools, cheering on our students, volunteering in our classrooms, or enrolling in in a Community Education course for life-long learning. #centennialproud Jeff Holmberg is the superintendent of Centennial Schools.

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LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL SNIPPETS for construction in 2025. The estimated cost, included in the city’s capital improvement plan, is $8.4 million for road, utilities and stormwater management improvements. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) administers the LRIP. The program provides funding assistance to local agencies for construction, reconstruction or reconditioning projects. The maximum grant amount is $1.5 million. The grant application requires a supporting resolution from the local government submitting the application. • The city of Lino Lakes, along with many other municipalities across the country, will remain in a class action lawsuit settlement with 3M and Dupont. For more information on the settlement, visit www.pfaswatersettlement.com.

• Scott Featherstone, along with 21 other residents, are requesting the City Council schedule a neighborhood meeting to discuss concerns residents have regarding the second phase of the Nature’s Refuge North (M/I Homes) project. The residents, who make up 14 households, signed a petition demanding the meeting. He said the preliminary concern is traffic, but there are others too. “With the uncertain economic times, the base price of the homes and current interest rate fluctuations on mortgage rates, I feel it would be a reasonable request of the developer to demonstrate their commitment to finishing one project prior to taking on the responsibility of a second,” Featherstone said. • Beginning Dec. 4, the city will have two new parttime firefighters. Ella Schnackenberg and Samuel Sampey bring the part-time fire staff to nine. Schnackenberg doesn’t have any prior firefighting experience and will begin at the starting wage of $23.88 per hour. Sampey has nearly four years of experience and will begin at the second step of the wage schedule at $25.21 per hour. • Both the Rookery Activity Center (RAC) membership agreement and code of conduct have been updated from the originals that were

approved in April 2022. • The city continues to hire part-time staff for the RAC. Most recently, the council approved the hiring of three lifeguards, one aquatics lead, one recreation attendant and one custodial worker. • The public safety department will donate seven bikes to the nonprofit organization Bikes for Kids. Ordinance 213.07 authorizes the Public Safety Department to dispose of unclaimed property in a manner authorized by a majority vote of the City Council. • The city will apply for a Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) grant for the extension of Otter Lake Road. The extension of Otter Lake Road north of Main Street is identified in the city’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan as an arterial roadway providing access to the city’s commercial and industrial corridor along I-35E. Planning for the corridor has been underway since the late 2000s. The city completed the master plan for Otter Lake Road in December 2022. The plan identified a preferred alignment for the roadway connecting to 24th Avenue. The City Council authorized the preparation of plans and specifications in August for Phase 1, which will link Otter Lake Road to 24th Avenue/Elmcrest. The project is proposed

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Centennial opened with losses to No. 1 ranked Minnetonka 56-36 and White Bear Lake 50-43 on Nov. 24-25 at Hamline, then picked up their first win, over Shakopee 63-48 last Tuesday in the home opener. Against Minnetonka, Marisa Frost and Autumn McCalled scored nine points each and Molly Manson eight. Aaliyah Crump led the Skippers with 24 points. Against the Bears, Frost pumped in 22 points, and Manson and Jordan Metz eight each. Against Shakopee, Frost led with 21 points while Monson added 14 points, Metz 10 and Kate Lee eight. Bruce Strand SEE SPORTS BRIEFS, PAGE 15

What’s too cold for animals left outdoors in the winter? When Animal Humane Society (AHS) agents get calls from the public about animal cruelty, you may be surprised why most people call them. No, it’s not a broken leg or signs of physical abuse: it’s cold weather. Every year our agents are flooded with calls about dogs and cats outdoors during the cold, wintry months. When it comes to cold-weather animal reports, it’s important to gather specific information about the animal to help our humane agents conduct the most thorough investigation. Here’s what you should consider: • What breed is the animal and how old is it? Elderly and thin-coated animals are more susceptible to cold weather. • What does the animal look like? Are the hips and rib bones very prominent or visible? Does it have any sores or missing fur? Are its ears, tail tips, or paw pads frostbitten? • How is the animal acting? Are they active, or are they shivering or lethargic? Shivering and lethargy could be

indications of hypothermia. • Is the animal being fed and watered appropriately and consistently? Is the water clean and unfrozen? • Outside animals that are subject to cold weather conditions that affect their health or welfare must have access to appropriate shelter. Shelters don’t have to be heated, but they must: • Be moisture-proof and windproof. The shelter must be durable with no holes in the roof or sides. A tarp is not sufficient. • Be of suitable size to accommodate the animal. It must allow for retention of body heat. For example, an unheated garage may not be adequate shelter as it may be too big to allow the animal to retain their body heat. The exception is that outdoor farm dogs may be provided access to a barn, if there is sufficient loose hay or bedding for protection. • Have a windbreak between November 1 and March

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Centennial lost its opener to Rogers 83-64 there Saturday. Jack Driessen, senior guard, pumped in 30 points for the Cougars. Tristan Hanson added 11. Rogers had Treyton Mix and Christian Wagner with 18 points each and Adam Broberg with 16.

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POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reports the following incidents: • An officer conducted a traffic stop in the 8100 block of Lake Drive Nov. 21 and the adult male driver showed signs of impairment. The male was ultimately arrested and, after testing, was booked at the Anoka County Jail for DWI. • An officer responded to a call of suspicious items found at a business in the 500 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 21. The items were taken into possession to be disposed of properly. • An officer took a phone call report regarding a traffic complaint near Apollo Drive and Lake Drive Nov. 22. The caller wanted a possible road rage incident documented. The caller did not want any further action taken. • An officer responded to a neighborhood dispute in the 900 block of Kelly Street Nov. 22. A party was trespassed from a residence. • Officers responded to a call of a possible domestic situation in Lino Lakes Nov. 22. The officers investigated the incident and arrested an adult male for domestic assault. • An officer received a phone call report of a neighborhood dispute in the 7700 block of Mustang Lane Nov. 22. The incident was documented. • An officer responded to a call of a vehicle had that struck a fox in the 100 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 22. The fox wandered into the woods and there was no apparent damage to the vehicle. • An officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for illegal driving conduct in the 1300 block of I-35E Nov. 23. The adult male driver showed signs of impairment and was arrested, tested and later charged with fourth-degree DWI. • An officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle

for a traffic violation near Main Street and 20th Avenue Nov. 24. The adult female driver was charged with fourth-degree DWI. • An officer handled a driving complaint in the 7800 block of Lois Lane Nov. 24. The officer spoke with the involved driver about the incident and warned them against future unsafe driving conduct. • Officers responded to a call of a theft in progress in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 24. Officers ultimately determined no items had been stolen, but one involved adult female was arrested on multiple outstanding warrants. • Officers responded to a property damage crash at the intersection of Orange Street and Lake Drive Nov. 24. The officers investigated, and one driver was issued a citation. Both drivers were provided information for insurance purposes. • An officer stopped a vehicle for speeding and illegal driving conduct on I-35E near 80th Street Nov. 25. After the officer observed signs of impairment, the adult male driver was arrested for DWI. The male was later charged with fourthdegree DWI. • Officers responded to a report of a domestic assault in Lino Lakes Nov. 25. Officers investigated, and an adult female was subsequently arrested and booked into jail for domestic assault. • An officer responded to a report of vandalism to mailboxes in the 200 block of Egret Lane Nov. 26. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer was dispatched to a report regarding suspicious activity in the 7900 block of Highland Drive Nov. 27. The incident was documented, and surveillance cameras were set up in an attempt to capture possible trespassers.

• Officers responded to a verbal domestic between two people in Lino Lakes Nov. 27. Officers were unable to locate the involved people but reached them by phone. One was cited for both disorderly conduct and a driver’s license violation. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reports the following incidents: • Police received a child protection report from Circle Pines Nov. 22. • An officer conducted a traffic stop near Main Street and 20th Avenue in Centerville Nov. 22. The male driver was found to have an outstanding warrant and was arrested. • An officer received a phone call regarding an assault in the 7000 block of Centerville Road in Centerville Nov. 23. The incident was later determined to be disorderly conduct. • An officer responded to a report of damage to property in the 7300 block of Peltier Circle in Centerville Nov. 23. • Officers responded to the 9300 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington Nov. 24 for a civil dispute. • Lino Lakes Police conducted a traffic stop at Main Street and 20th Avenue in Centerville Nov. 24 resulting in a DWI arrest. • Police responded to a report of theft in the 8900 block of Syndicate Avenue in Lexington Nov. 27. There are no suspects at this time. • Officers were dispatched to the 90 block of South Drive in Circle Pines Nov. 28 on a report of fraud. The complainant advised of an incident that did not result in any monetary loss but wanted to report it.

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Lino Lakes author’s dog inspires first book Lino Lakes resident Jo Prouty was inspired to write a story about her beloved dog Tasha, who had passed away a decade before, after she read a book about another dog. Her first book is titled “The Love of a Dog, A Chronicle of a Remarkable Retriever,” and she has another book in the works. Press Publications recently sat down with Prouty to learn more about her and her work.

Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself. A: I’m a mom and grandma, a former

educator who loves her family, pets and flower gardens. As I look at my life, personally and professionally, I have always been nurturing someone or something.

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a Remarkable Retriever” is available on Amazon (search using Jo Prouty, as there are many titles with “love” and “dog” in them) and at Lake Country Jo Prouty Booksellers in White Bear Lake. I do not have a website, but readers have shared so many stories of their own dogs that perhaps I will soon.

Q: What do you hope readers take away from reading your book? A: I certainly hope readers are

entertained by Tasha’s antics. The significant message of the book is the transforming power of love and its endurance. I hope readers will appreciate how our family changed as we cared for and interacted with Tasha and how she reciprocated with her love and devotion.

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retire at the age of 3. Trixie was a fun-loving golden retriever, and her story is heartwarming. After I read it, I thought my Tasha deserved a story too; she was an amazing Labrador retriever. I didn’t tell her story until she had been gone for a decade. During the pandemic, with time to focus, I was able to write it.

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fiction about my parents during World War II that is based on their exchanged letters.

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that I needed help, and I joined a writing class at the White Bear Center for the Arts. That group contributed significantly to the improvement of my manuscript. I say to all budding writers, “Go for it! Reach out. Writers are a very supportive group of people.”

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their end-of-life journey. Shoreview resident Joe Colihan has volunteered with Grace Hospice for a few months. Twice a week, he visits two clients at senior living facilities in White Bear Lake. He learned about Grace Hospice last year when his mother passed away. Colihan said he is semiretired now, and likes to spend his days volunteering for a nonprofit and playing music. In addition to just being a companion, he also provides music therapy. He loves playing the piano for residents and singing them songs. “I love when I am playing and people are reacting,” he said. “I feel like I’m connecting.” New this year, Grace Hospice has launched a pet visit program, which allows well-behaved pets to visit patients. The pets do not need to be certified-therapy animals, but they will need to pass an internal assessment and be under the command of their owner. “The demand for pet volunteers always exceeds our supply. There

“I wanted the personality. I wanted a dog that would work well with all of our grandkids and I thought, ‘I need to share, I need to share this dog with other people.’ She is just a loving dog,” she said. Fast-forward: she posted about Sage’s certification on Facebook, and a longtime friend told her that Grace Hospice needed pet volunteers. She was initially planning to bring Sage to a memory care unit, or a hospital, but thought she would first try out hospice. “My mom was in hospice, and I have nothing but positive things to say about hospice at all. I just think what they do is so important,” she said. “I think of some of those people in hospice who had to give up their dog, and sharing mine might be something that helps them.” She added, “Hopefully we can make those days just a little more special.” For more information about Grace Hospice, or to become a volunteer, visit www.gracecaring.org.

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The Jake Nelson Band rose to the top in the Best Local Band/Musician category for The Best of the Press contests in the Quad and Citizen markets. Each year, Press Publications hosts its Reader’s Choice Best of the Press Contest, asking locals to pick their favorites, ranging from breweries to area businesses and everything in between. All in all, the Best Of Contest (in all markets) saw 28,920 nominations for the ballot in 2023 compared to 14,744 in 2022, an increase of 96%. In 2023, 332,539 votes were cast compared to 294,616 in 2022, an increase of 12.8%.

But winning a title like this is special! I know not only to me, but to the entire band, because we all put in work: long nights on the road, the guys being away from their families, studio work recording, mixing, show after show, night after night. It can really start to feel like a grind. We are extremely fortunate to be in the position we are in and have some control over where we play. It may sound odd, but it’s OK to say “no” to certain things that come along. Know your worth.

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years. It’s a bit of a story as to how the entire band formed. Damien was first to join, followed by Andrew Distel on lead guitar; then we brought Mike in (Slick String Stanley), followed by Jamie Van Der Hagen and Ash St. John.

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specific “genre” per se; however, we do play a mix of country, country rock and classic rock but we do tend to fall in the country-rock or alternative-country category.

winter months. Work hard, play hard. We still play select shows through the winter months at select clubs, but primarily focus on private events, casinos, street dances, festivals, county fairs, weddings and corporate events — we do it all.

recorded, produced and funded albums. We recorded both albums in Damien’s home studio in Princeton. The albums are called “Jake Nelson”, released in 2017, followed by “Worth It,” which was released in 2020. Fastforward to this year, 2023, we have released five singles and two remixes. One song, “Better Off” is getting radio play across 25 radio stations in the Midwest. You can find all of our music on our website Jakenelsonmusic.com or on any of the popular streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, etc.)

Q: What was your reaction when you found out you won the Best Of Contest? A: Actually, I was pretty much in shock. I honestly didn’t even know the contest existed, but it is truly an honor. There are some seriously talented groups and artists in the area and surrounding area. It feels good to be recognized.

Q: Can you introduce each of the members, give a little background Q: Do you guys have any albums? If so, and talk about their role in the band? where can people find those? A: Andrew Distel (North Minneapolis), A: Yep; we have two independently plays lead guitar Ash St. John (Originally from Iowa but calls Hugo home), plays fiddle/keys /vocals Damien Jungroth (Princeton, Minnesota), is on drums and vocals Michael Contreras (North Minneapolis), is on guitar and vocals Jamie Vanderhagen (Albany, Minnesota), is on bass and vocals Jake Nelson (Originally from White Bear Lake, but calls Arlington, Minnesota, home), is on acoustic guitar / lead vocal

Q: What kind of music are you known for? A: I would like to believe we are known for providing something genuine and unique. Sure, we have influences in other genres and artists/ bands but we’ve always wanted to simply create “our sound,” which I think we are doing pretty well now … It takes time to gel as a band, and I think this past year has been the closest and most fun we’ve ever had. I’ve never called our music a

give our music a shot. Our music is pretty versatile, and the idea is originality. Not sounding the same from track to track. Pull us up while you’re cruising around town, working out, hanging by a bonfire, or cleaning the house: there’s no wrong time, really. I also believe there is something for everyone with our original music. Our live show, sure, we play all the fun covers too, but give our music a shot. Tell Alexa “Play Jake Nelson.” I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised and glad you did. I think our sound is unique enough where we aren’t copying anyone. The writing is strong, the band is good and the songs feel good. Remember, every national act out there started on a local level. We appreciate the support. See you on the road. This interview was lightly edited for publication.

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QB: Daylen Cummings (sr) RB: Maverick Harper (sr) RB: Ty Burgoon (jr) RB: Brock Burgraff (jr) FB: Marcus Whiting (sr) WR: Josh Lee (sr) WR : Will Quick (sr) TE: Henrik Hiltner (jr), Kellen Binder (jr) C: Alex Larkin (sr), Benson Hartman (sr) G: Joe Streff (sr) G: Trenton Campbell (sr) T: Isaac Beaudine (sr) T: Alex Johnson (jr) T: Bradley Brown (sr)

DE: Marcus Whiting (sr) DT: Melvin Wallace (sr) DT: Josh O’Shea (so) DE: Blake Scheierl (sr) MLB: Caden Coppersmith (jr) OLB: Ayden Sakowski (sr) MLB: Maverick Harper (sr) MLB: Ben Clauson (jr) MLB: Owen Ringen (sr) OLB: Timmy Ball (sr) CB: Josh Lee (sr) CB: Will Quick (sr) FS: Daylen Cummings (sr)

SPECIAL TEAMS PK & KO: Keaten Frase (sr) Snap: Marcus Whiting (sr) Hold: Daylen Cummings (sr) P: Josh Lee (sr) PR: Will Quick (sr) KR: Ty Burgoon (sr), Brock Burgraff (jr)

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Eight members of Centennial’s state champion football team were named to their All-District team while Daylen Cummings, Marcus Whiting and Maverick Harper picked up major honors. Cummings, senior quarterback/safety, and Whiting, senior defensive end/fullback, were chosen for the coaches association’s state all-star game that took place Saturday at U.S. Bank Stadium. Cummings and Maverick Harper, senior running back/

linebacker, were named to the Star-Tribune All-Metro second team. Harper was one of 11 finalists for the St. Paul Pioneer Press east metro Player of the Year. Cougars on the North Division All-District list are seniors Cummings, Harper, Whiting, Melvin Wallace, Trenton Campbell, and Owen Ringen, and juniors Alex Johnson and Ty Burgoon. Whiting was designed as North Division defensive lineman of the year. Getting honorable mentions were seniors Brad Brown, Joe Streff, Ayden Sakowski, Tim Ball and Josh Lee; junior

Caden Coppersmith; and sophomore Josh O’Shea. Ball was named to Academic AllState. Centennial finished 12-1 with a 28-27 victory over Edina in the Prep Bowl. Team awards announced by coach Mike Diggins went to Ringen and Whiting (Mike Watson Coaches Award), Will Havran (Burlsworth Character Award), the entire offensive team for Offensive MVP, and the entire defensive team for Defensive MVP.

and 19 touchdowns, followed by Cummings with 124 for 671 and 15 TDs, Burgoon with 94 for 630 and one TD, and Whiting 59 for 251 and eight TDs. Cummings ran for 28 touchdowns in his career. Cummings completed 63 of 105 passes for 1,112 yards and eight touchdowns with just two interceptions. Josh Lee caught 20 passes for 416 yards and two TD’s, Burgoon 20 for 367 yards and four TDs, and Kellen Binder six for 116 and one TD. Harper scored 116 points, Cummins 94, Keaten Frase 50 and Whiting 48. Frase, senior placekicker, was 4-for-5 on

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Leaders in tackles were Coppersmith with 92 (30 solo), Ball with 92 (22 solo), Ringen with 91 (34 solo), Wallace with 86 (27 solo), Whiting 73 (23 solo), Sadowski 72 (21 solo), and Ben Clauson 64 (11 solo). Wallace led with 10 1/2 sacks, Whiting had nine. Whiting notched 15 other tackles for loss, Wallace 10 , Coppersmith eight and Ball six. Quick intercepted five passes, Lee four and Ringen three.

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Centennial has opened with three victories and a tie. The Cougars won their holiday invitational on Nov. 24-25, turning back Mahtomedi 5-2 and Eastview 3-2 in overtime. They deadlocked with Prior Lake 4-4 on Tuesday, then thumped Totino-Grace 7-2 Saturday. Against Mahtomedi, the defending Class 1A champions, Joey Hemr and Heath Nelson notched two goals each, Alex Clampitt one goal, and Easton Cody 38 saves. Against Eastview, Nelson delivered the OT game-winner at 1:51, along with a power play goal in the sec-

ond period. Gavin Cunningham had one goal and Gavin Schahn made 28 saves. Scoring against Prior Lake were Harper Searles, Logan Adams, Cooper Hemr and Logan Adams. Cody made 33 saves. Against T-G, Searles and Clampitt netted two goals each and Nelson, Petersen and Joey Hemr one each. Petersen had three assists and Schahn 29 saves.

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Centennial/Spring Lake Park Hockey Noelle Hemr, a returning all-conference player for the Centennial/Spring Lake Park hockey team, netted two goals in a 5-0 win over Rogers on Saturday. The 5-foot-3 senior forward and co-captain has four goals and two assists for the Cougars (5-1-1) this season, lifting her career totals to 32 goals and 21 assists. Hemr tallied 19 goals for the state-qualifying team last year. She is also a consistent scorer on Centennial’s strong lacrosse team with 18 career goals and 13 assists.

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