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Lino Lakes honors officer, firefighter

BY LOGAN GION STAFF WRITER

Lino Lakes resident

Mitch Kisch makes sure his neighbors feel less alone.

According to his friend, Matt Hyden, Mitch has done one-off jobs around his community since he was a kid—building pools, moving furniture, mowing lawns. If someone needs a helping hand, Mitch is there to support them.

“He always makes sure you feel seen,” Toni Williams, Mitch’s friend, said. “He makes sure your birthdays are special. He’s just been a very genuine human being.”

Even after his diagnosis of acute leukemia in 2021, Mitch has continued doing fix-it projects when he can. “If somebody needs help, they’ll call him. He’s got his truck, and he’s there,” said Sandy Kisch, Mitch’s mother.

Now, however, Mitch needs

someone to be there for him. He needs a bone marrow transplant and a way to pay his hospital bills.

That is why Mitch’s friends are holding a public benefit from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, June 28,

SEE LEUKEMIA

Centennial graduates learn to enjoy the present, ‘love the process’

Natalie Jefferson

If I had to summarize the last four years in one sentence, it would be this: people tried to warn us, and we did not listen.

It wasn’t because we were bad kids. And it wasn’t because the advice was wrong. It’s because some things must be lived in order for them to make any sense. And also because we were teenagers and we knew everything, obviously.

Let’s think about it. At some point before high school or even during high school, some adult in your life — a parent, a teacher, an older sibling looked you in the eye and said: "You don't need to have everything figured out." You nodded politely, pretending to listen. And then spent the next four years panicking about not having everything planned out for the rest of your life. They told us. We just didn't believe them.

Someone told you that your grades didn't define your worth. Maybe a parent said it after a really rough

week. Maybe a teacher said it while handing back a test you didn't do so well on. And you thought — okay, sure, that's a nice thing to say, but also if I fail this exam my entire future is over and I will have to live in the woods. So you stayed up until 2am, measured yourself in letter grades and point values, and refreshed your grade portal approximately four hundred times waiting for a score that would either ruin or save your life. Because how could that not be the whole point?

But just in case you need a reminder: It never ruined your life. Maybe your day but not your life. It just felt like it did. The world kept spinning and you moved on. They told us. We just didn't believe them.

Here’s the one that really gets me. Every single adult we have ever met has looked at us and said "high school goes fast, enjoy it." Every. Single. One. We heard it so many times it lost all meaning. It became background

noise, like when people say "drive safe" or "let me know if you need anything." We were so busy trying to get to the next thing — the next grade, the next year, the next version of ourselves that we looked up one day and somehow four years had passed like four minutes. So, I would like to formally apologize to every adult who said this to me while I stared blankly back at them. You were right. I was wrong. It went fast. I get it now.

They told us. We just didn't believe them.

In our defense, you can't really understand that grades aren't your worth until you've tied your whole identity to them. You can't really understand that time moves fast until you're standing here, at graduation, wondering how you got here and how it went by so fast. Some lessons just have to be lived. Apparently that's what it is like to be human. Nobody warned us about that either. Or maybe they did, I don’t know, I wasn’t listening.

To the families here — thank you for telling us, even when we rolled our eyes at you. You were right. You were always right. We will probably never fully admit

SEE HIGH SCHOOL GRAD SPEECHES, PAGE 2

Pictured from left: 2026 Minnesota American Legion Police Officer of the Year Alex Hallin and American Legion Post 566 Firefighter of the Year Brett McReavy. Learn more about their accomplishments on Page 5.

The following three speeches were given at Centennial High School’s graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 13, at the Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul.

CONTRIBUTED

Lino Lakes resident Mitch Kisch undergoes another round of treatment.

Natalie Jefferson

CITY OF LINO LAKES CONTRIBUTED

HIGH SCHOOL GRAD SPEECHES: Centennial class of 2026

that again, so enjoy this moment.

And to my classmates — we made it. It was messy and weird and real, and we figured out a little more about who we are along the way. Not bad for a bunch of kids who weren’t listening.

They told us high school would go fast. And it did. But here’s what we owe ourselves going forward: slow down, look up, and value every single day — even the boring ones, even the hard ones, even the in-between ones. Because those days, the in-between ones, the quiet ones — those are the ones that add up to your life. Congratulations, Class of 2026. We might not have listened then, but we are listening now.

Tatum Knox

Good afternoon, everyone. Looking around today, I’m guessing a lot of us are feeling a little restless. We’re in that strange, uncomfortable middle phase. We aren’t high schoolers anymore, but we aren’t quite college students or fully functioning adults yet either. We’re stuck in the gap between the lives we’ve known and whatever comes next. For some of you, this might be the first time you’ve felt a bit lost in the middle, but I’ve actually been stuck here since the day I was born.

I wasn’t the first baby in my house, and I wasn’t the last. If you’re a middle child, you know the drill: every candy bar was cut into three equal parts. I wasn’t the oldest getting to do everything first, and I wasn’t the baby getting all the attention. I was just... in the middle. So, for a long time, I thought I had to be the best at everything just to be noticed. I chased the test scores and the awards, thinking that success was something you won by yourself. But high school has a way of showing you that doing anything alone is actually pretty exhausting. A few years ago, I was in a bad car accident that kept me out of school for a bit. As an extreme extrovert, I remember sitting in bed all alone, concussed, and distraught because I couldn’t do anything that I’d rooted my identity in. When I finally got back to school, I realized that all those individual things I’d been so proud of, the grades, the awards, didn’t really matter when I was sitting by myself. As a matter of fact, people had moved on. They didn’t remember when I scored the highest on the vocab test, or got that medal, and my awards were slowly fading on the refrigerator.

That was my wake-up call. I realized then that I didn’t just want to win anymore; I wanted to be part of a team. I learned that if I wanted a support system, I had to start by being one for someone else. That was the day Centennial really helped me learn what success is.

Success cannot be rooted in yourself alone. Think about it: a business is just an empty building if it doesn’t have employees and customers who believe in it. Our teachers wouldn’t even have jobs here if they didn’t care enough to show up and invest in us every day. Everything that is successful in this world only works because people decided to be a community. Success isn’t this solo mission we’ve been told it is. If you try to do everything yourself, you’re not just going to be tired, you’re going to be alone. We’ve spent the last four years here learning the

quadratic formula and where to put a semicolon. And honestly? Very few of us are probably going to remember that in five years. But what Centennial actually taught us is that it’s the kindergarten lessons, the ones that we often forget, that matter the most. It’s how we treat others. We see it in the way we’ve started “packing the stands” for teams that used to play to empty rows. We see it in the way we built the Unified Club so that everyone, no matter their ability, has a place to belong. We’ve learned that we are at our best when we are looking out for the person standing next to us.

We are all leaving here with diplomas in our hands. But don’t let the name on the paper fool you; nobody in this room got here by themselves. Your diploma is a team trophy. It belongs to the friends who texted you when you were down, the teachers who stayed late to help you, your support systems at home, and the people sitting next to you right now.

As we head out, don’t just focus on being the first or the best at whatever comes next. Aim to be the person who makes sure no one else is left on the sidelines. Success is pretty lonely if you’re the only one there, but the win feels a lot more real when it’s a team effort.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. We did this together.

Nora Apkan

Thank you. Thank you to all the parents who endured with us throughout the years. To the teachers, coaches, and mentors who got us to where we are today. And of course to the administration staff who helped these four years to be memorable. For the graduates here today give yourself a round of applause. You sitting here today is a testament to all you have done. To the late nights, early mornings, and a couple of Bubblers to get you through the day. You made it. I also want to apologize to the teachers for dealing with the 6-7 trend. Again I’m sorry.

I think there are a lot of lessons you learn from life, especially in your high school years. I’m going to share three lessons that I’ve learned. My freshman year I tried swimming. Let me tell you guys something, usually when people do a sport like swimming they first know how to swim. I really didn’t know how to swim, so not only was I learning how to swim but I was also competing at the high school level. Granted I was only on JV, but still! At the time I thought swimming was the hardest sport in the world. That obviously has changed to wrestling which, in my humble opinion, is the hardest sport in the world. From these experiences comes my first lesson, which is to try new things. Both

swimming and wrestling I only barely knew how to do. Both of which I was scared to do. But that’s okay. Doing new things is going to be scary. No matter what your plans after high school are, whether that’s tradeschool, college, going into the military, working right away, or maybe still don’t know. No matter what, you’re going to have to do new things.

And some of those new things you will try will open doors for you in the future. So don’t be afraid. The second lesson I learned is to set goals for yourself. I’m not talking about your New Year Resolution that you do for a week or two. Especially for you parents out there. I know my dad always makes his New Year’s Resolution to the gym more often, but honestly by the third week into the new year I’ll see my dad sitting down more than he getting up. Whenever I ask about this he would reply I’m running around with you guys. No, those aren’t what I’m talking about. I’m talking about goals that you write on post-it notes. Goals that are hanging up on your door, goals that you write in your notes app on your phone. Goals that you look at every day and intentionally and purposely seek after those things. It would be easy for me to say that you just need to work hard or never give up, and those are all valid points but those things really only work when you have a goal, when you have your why factor. My last lesson I have learned is to love the process. The process of achieving the goals you set for yourself. There are many times that I’ve felt like giving up. Especially with the unforgiving sport that I play, it would be easy for me to just never show up to practice again because I was tired of losing when it counted. I was tired of falling short. But when I went back to the process I knew that whether I succeeded at my goals or fell short, I got better. The truth is you will not always achieve your goals the first time you try it or even the next but when you fall in love with the process, life will become more than just the outcomes but about you improving yourself and seeing yourself grow. As you walk out these doors and into your future I leave you again with these three things. One try new things, two set goals for yourself, and three love the process. Whatever path you choose in your future may God bless you. And again congratulations class of 2026.

Lino Lakes Duty

Tim

the Lino Lakes Fire Department: “Tim was more than a firefighter and paramedic—he was a mentor, friend, cyclist, leader and the kind of person who made a lasting impact on everyone he met … We are incredibly grateful to the riders who carry the memories and stories of fallen brothers and sisters, ensuring their service and sacrifice are never forgotten.”

Crew member

Bertz.

Nora Apkan

Tatum Knox

ONGOING EVENTS

CENTERVILLE MUSIC IN THE PARK

When: 6:30-8 p.m.

Tuesdays

Where: Hidden Spring Park, 1601 LaMotte Drive, Centerville

Details: Local musicians perform at beautiful Hidden Spring Park from June to August each year. Bring your own lawn chairs and blanket. This week’s band is On Tap, a fourpiece acoustic-style band.

Contact: 651-429-3232

CIRCLE LEX LIONS CLUB FARMERS MARKET

When: 2:30-6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays

Where: Lexington Municipal Liquor Store, 9271 Lake Drive

Details: A variety of vendors will be set up in the parking lot selling produce, plants, breads, syrups, crafts and more.

Contact: 612-272-3386 or kgregory244@gmail. com

FAMILY STORYTIME

When: 11:15-11:45 a.m., Thursdays

Where: Anoka County Library, Centennial Branch, Centennial Community Room, 100 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines

Details: Share books, songs and rhymes with your children at this storytime designed to promote school readiness in 2-to-5 year olds. Librarians, caregivers and children will sing, talk, read, write and play together to build early literacy skills. Siblings are also welcome.

Contact: 763-324-1540

BLAINE PERFORMANCE IN THE PARK

When: 6 p.m., Thursdays

Where: Tom Ryan Park, 10802 Town Square Drive NE, Blaine

Details: This is a wonderful spot to relax, enjoy some great music, and get up and dance with the kids. There's lots of space for everyone to spread out and have fun. This week’s act is The Backyard Band, a high-energy, versatile band playing the hits of yesterday and today. Drawing on decades of experience playing in rock bands, folk groups, jazz combos and bar ensembles, The Backyard Band specializes in fun, danceable rock-n-roll and country music that appeals to all ages. Contact: 763-717-2723 or jhandt@blainemn.gov

MUSIC ON THE LAKE…

IT’S GOLDEN

When: 7-8:30 p.m.

Thursdays

Where: Golden Lake Park, 67 W. Golden Lake

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Road, Circle Pines

Details: Enjoy summer nights with free concerts. This week’s act is The Roxxy Hall Band, a seven piece, all woman, rock-nsoul band with a horn section. Listen to great grooves and memorable melodies. The band’s four singers create music with multiple layers of harmonies. Contact: 763-792-6100 or cceonline@isd12.org

SUMMER SUNDAYS ON THE PATIO

When: 3-6 p.m. Sundays Where: Boulevard Bar and Grille, 3800 Restwood Road, Circle Pines

Details: Every week, Boulevard Bar and Grille provides live music. This week is Ryan McGlennen, a multi-instrumental musician based out of Minneapolis. He covers songs that go way back to new music you hear on the radio today. Definitely don’t miss this seasoned artist. Contact: 763-204-8091 or lexingtonboulevard@ gmail.com

CURRENT

EVENTS

FOREST BATHING

When: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 23

Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes

Details: Awaken your senses and connect deeply to nature around and within you. Experience an immersive, meditative session of the Japanese practice of shinrinyoku, or “forest bathing,” with certified Association of Nature and Forest Therapy guide Kirsten Welge. Contact: 763-324-3350

THIS IS ORSON WELLES

When: 10 a.m.

Wednesday, June 24

Where: Mary Ann Young Center, 9150 Central Ave. NE, Blaine Details: By 24, Orson Welles had made history with his legendary radio broadcast and had begun making “Citizen Kane”. In this onehour class, explore his meteoric rise and long decline through rare

BLAINE FESTIVAL

When: June 26-28

Where: Aquatore Park, 9191 Lincoln St. NE, Blaine Details: An annual tradition, the Blaine Festival brings an exciting weekend filled with live music, carnival corner, interactive demos and a medallion hunt. Medallion hunt clues will be posted on blainefestival.org starting Thursday, June 25. Contact: 763-785-6164 or blainefestival.org

photos and film clips. Discover what made Welles one of cinema’s most influential artists. Contact: 763-786-9375

SMASH IT IN LEATHER

When: 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25

Where: Anoka County Library, Centennial Branch, Centennial Community Room, 100 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines

Details: Participants will craft designs in leather by compressing leather fibers using special tools to create a pattern in their own style. Each participant will get one leather shape to stamp that is theirs to keep. Shapes can be turned into coasters, ornaments, pendants and more. All material and specialized tools will be provided.

Contact: 763-324-1540

JIGSAW PUZZLE CONTEST

When: 7 p.m. Friday, June 26

Where: Curious Crow Company, 9157 S. Highway Drive, Circle Pines

Details: Gather your friends and form your

two-to-four person teams. Each team will receive the same 500-piece puzzle and have two hours to complete it. Stick around afterwards for some social puzzling. Admission will be charged.

Contact: 763-600-6647 or tinyurl.com/ydcbm5cf

FISHING FUN

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

Saturday, June 27

Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes

Details: Make lasting memories by the water with a hands-on fishing experience. Learn the basics of casting, baiting and reeling in the catch. After a quick lesson, you’ll enjoy plenty of time fishing. All equipment is provided. Participants ages 16 and up will need a fishing license.

Contact: 763-324-3350

PADDLING SESSION

When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, June 27

Where: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, 7373 Main St., Lino Lakes

Details: Try different types of paddling equipment, including kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and a MEGA board.

Contact: 763-324-3300 or anokacountyparks.com/ activities-events

PASTA FEED BENEFIT FOR MITCH KISCH

When: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, June 28

Where: Kelly’s Korner Bar and Grill, 7098 Centerville Road, Centerville Details: Join us at Kelly's Korner for music, food and fun for a good cause. There will be a benefit meal, raffle prizes, open volleyball and live music on the patio from Shelle & Kelly of Line Dry. All proceeds go to support Mitch Kisch’s battle with leukemia. Contact: 651-493-6626 or kellyskornerbarmn. com/contact

GIRL SCOUTS SUMMER ROBOT FUN

When: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, June 28

Where: Hanifl Fields Athletic Park, 7032 137th St. N., Hugo Details: Join the White Bear Lake Community Girl Scouts as we build robots and form new troops in the White Bear Lake/Hugo area just for girls entering grades K-3. Contact: 651-3031584 or forms.gle/ YepMmHospoKzejCT8

PATRIOTIC WEEK CARD AND GAME TOURNAMENT

When: 1 p.m. June 29, June 30 and July 2

Where: Mary Ann Young Center, 9150 Central Ave. NE, Blaine Details: Wear red, white

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and blue as you compete in Nickel Bingo, 500 and Cribbage tournaments. Ice cream treats are available to all. A small admission fee will be charged.

Contact: 763-786-9375

PROPERTY TAX AND RENT CREDIT ASSISTANCE

When: 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday, June 30

Where: Mary Ann Young Center, 9150 Central Ave. NE, Blaine Details: Sponsored by Anoka County Board of Commissioners and provided by the Retired Senior Volunteer Programs, this program is designed to help senior citizens and people with disabilities who qualify for a state refund apply for their Minnesota Homeowner's Homestead Credit Refunds (M1PR) form. Contact: 763-786-9375

BLAINE BIKE RODEO

When: 5-6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 30

Where: Aquatore Park, 9191 Lincoln St. NE, Blaine Details: Kids can ride their bike through a bike course, meet the Blaine Police Bike Patrol Unit and get their helmet fitted by SBM Fire. Special concert by the Riffin’ Griffin Band at 6 p.m. Contact: blaineparks. com/specialevents

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Don’t ship out

the post office

Since the first Continental Congress in 1775, Americans have placed a high value on a robust postal delivery network. The Founding Fathers wanted to ensure that citizens of the new country had access to vital information through the mail.

Article I, Section 8, Clause 7 of the Constitution authorizes Congress to establish Post Offices and post roads. Over time, this mandate evolved into the principle that every citizen, regardless of where they reside, should have access to postal services.

Stangl’s Angle

Tom

Stangl

This concept, known as the Universal Service Obligation (USO), has been a boon to rural America over the past 150 years and is now considered one of the reasons the postal service is in dire financial straits.

Free mail delivery arrived in cities in 1863, but it wasn’t until 1896 that rural Americans began receiving it. Within a year, 44 routes were underway in 29 states. The service proved enormously popular and was declared permanent in 1902. The number of rural carriers climbed from fewer than 500 in 1899 to more than 32,000 by 1905. In the same period, the miles covered by carriers jumped from 28,685 to 721,237. Improved roads and mail-order catalogs were the main benefits of rural delivery. Parcel post service was added in 1913.

In 1970, legislation set the parameters of the Postal Service’s universal service obligation, requiring it to provide prompt, reliable, affordable, and efficient postal services to all Americans, regardless of where they live. Legislation in 2006 and 2022 refined funding for the postal service, making it dependent on revenues from the products it provides. Prepayment for retirement benefits was also clarified.

The Postal Regulatory Commission estimated the cost of the USO at $6.1 billion in fiscal year 2022, while the value of the letter and mailbox monopolies was only $3.3 billion — resulting in a net financial burden on the Postal Service of $1.22 billion, even before broader losses are considered.

Some believed that delivering packages would be the postal service’s salvation. In 2007, shipping and packages accounted for roughly 14% of total USPS operating revenue; by 2025, that share had grown to roughly 40%. Over the same period, First-Class Mail’s share of revenue fell from nearly 49% to roughly 32%.

USPS delivered 7.3 billion packages in 2024, handling the largest share of any single carrier at 30.8% of domestic package volume — though that share is in long-term decline, down 28.4% from 2017 to 2024 as Amazon Logistics and others have expanded competing networks. Visit the post office on any given morning and watch the carriers load package after package into their vehicles. The volume on some days is truly incredible. I maintain that the postal service is in a “no-win” situation. Their most profitable business – first-class mail – is being eroded by declining delivery. Delivery, in my opinion, is being reduced by packages. The postal service is trying to please two masters: mail and parcels, and is not making either happy.

When afternoon pickups of mail outside a 50-mile radius of processing plants were implemented last month, package pickups continued. The postal service has chosen parcels over mail, and those of us, like this newspaper, who depend on the mail for delivery will need to live with declining delivery standards and increasing prices.

I wonder what Ben Franklin, the first postmaster general, would think of this situation.

As always, I welcome your comments. You can reach me by email at tstangl@theameryfreepress.com, by telephone at 715-268-8101, or by writing to P.O. Box 424, Amery, WI, 54001.

Thanks for reading. I’ll keep in touch. Feel free to do the same.

Tom Stangl is Publisher of the Amery Free Press

Bloom where you're planted

Summer is here! It is hard to believe 2026 is nearing the halfway point. I feel a hint of panic to both make the most of the summer and the year. There are so many things I want to do, and time is ticking. Cliches are sometimes true.

Movers & Shakers

Michelle Koch

The saying, “The older I get, the faster time goes,” feels entirely accurate.

Adding to my reflective mood, my only child graduated high school this month. He has plans and dreams that are so much clearer and bigger than any I had at that age. I can’t wait to see what he makes of his future.

It has me contemplating my own future. I’m in my 50s and thinking about what I want to do with the time I have left. Most of this thinking takes place as I work on making my perennial gardens resemble actual gardens and not merely weed patches.

I’ve been gifted plants this year, some from neighbors and some from a friend in Aitkin County. Plants that needed to be split and gardeners losing

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interest led to me saving money on filling my gardens.

My grandparents retired in Aitkin. I remember the thick clay. It’s about as different as could be from Anoka County sand. Time will tell if these plants thrive or struggle. It reminds me that we all have a choice to bloom where we’re planted. I was planted in this community. And truth be told, even though I’m the president of the local chamber, work with local businesses, am involved with three local nonprofits and do my best to pour into the community, I often feel like we lack community.

The Centennial School District is the glue that binds us together. The school district is the reason many people move to and stay in the area. We all need to think about how important the school district is, even if we don’t have kids in school. A strong school system strengthens a community, improves home values, and provides an educational foundation for the next generation.

I hope you’ll educate yourself on the school’s referendum this fall. If the school struggles, we’ll all pay a price.

Speaking of paying a price, the state of Minnesota is requiring businesses with five or more employees to offer a retirement

plan. If businesses don’t, they will be fined and forced into a state-run program. Most of us can agree; we don’t want the state managing our retirement.

The chamber’s July 16 Lunch & Learn will provide information for businesses to learn their options. Our local Edward Jones financial adviser, Nicole Olson, is a great resource. More information can be found at www. centennialareachamber.com.

If you’re like me and are looking to build community, summer is the best time to get connected. Making time to show up is important in all aspects of life. Summer offers us the opportunity to get outside and meet our neighbors.

Stroll a farmers market, enjoy a water ski show and a sunset, take in the ultimate local summer festival — Fete des Lacs — come hungry to the Food Truck & Fun Festival, show off your ride at a car show, watch the Blue Heron Days parade or listen to live music at a local park. There are so many excellent options.

If you enjoy it, consider helping out in the future. So much of the good stuff in a community is courtesy of volunteer support. It is people putting roots down and blooming where they’re planted.

Michelle Koch is the president of the Centennial Area Chamber.

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Thank you from Powerpack

Thank you to all who supported the Powerpack program this school year!

For the 2025-26 school year, the Powerpack program distributed on average 363 packs per week (beginning in September with 270/ week and ending in June with 373/week) to the 11 Centennial schools (one preschool, five elementary, one middle

school, one high school and three alternative learning centers: CALC, Journey, Pines). Packs are given to children who need nourishment on the weekends. Packs are distributed to children discreetly on Fridays. Total packs distributed were 14,144, with a total of 26,960 pounds of food. Each pack costs, on average, $2.50. Each pack includes two breakfast items, two meal items, one fruit item, four-to-five snack items. Powerpack

is entirely run by volunteers. We rely 100% on food and monetary donations.

If you would like to contribute, see givemn. org/organization/ Powerpack or contact Powerpack at powerpackdistrict12@ gmail.com. To learn more, see centennialfoodshelf.org/ powerpack

Thank you.

Julia Anderson and the entire Powerpack Team

Alex Hallin: Minnesota American Legion’s Police Officer of the Year

BY LOGAN GION STAFF WRITER

This year’s recipient of the Minnesota American Legion’s Police Officer of the Year Award is Lino Lakes Police Department Officer Alex Hallin. The American Legion gives its Police Officer of the Year Award to those who are well-rounded, who surpass expectations of duty and who continually prioritize community service.

“It’s absolutely humbling,” said Hallin. “I’m very blessed and fortunate. I did not expect something like this.” Hallin also stated that, compared to other officers locally and statewide, he feels a bit undeserving of the honor. “They do above-and-beyond work, they have more critical instances than I do, they make big impacts as well.”

In his nearly eight years with the Lino Lakes Police Department, Hallin has earned a Swiss Army Knife-like collection of certifications. He gives firearm training to other officers, participates as a K-9 decoy and received a drone-pilot license.

“We’re using drones on an almost every-other-day basis,” Hallin said. “When I first started, we relied heavily on State Patrol helicopter.” Hallin started the drone program at Lino Lakes in 2023. The department had three pilots at the time; by end of 2026, they expect to have eight.

Drones can be used in high-profile incidents as well, Hallin explained. Keeping eyes on suspects who have

Brett McReavy: Lino Lakes Firefighter of the Year

BY LOGAN GION STAFF WRITER

Brett McReavy has responded to hundreds of scenes during his ten years as a firefighter. There are two he’ll never forget.

The first was a team effort in which McReavy, as well as Lino Lakes Police Officer Sam Bergeron and Allina Paramedic Josh Parrow, performed compressions on newborn baby Everett Engen, son of Faith and Elliott Engen, as they rushed him to the Children’s Hospital NICU in 2024.

The second was in March 2025, when McReavy and fellow firefighter Jason Boonstra rescued men stranded on Lake Baldwin during a thunderstorm. “We had to go out a third of a mile on thin ice and get one of these guys. He was in the water for a while,” McReavy recalled. “(Boonstra) and I went out on the ice and fell through a bunch of times, had to crawl and drag ourselves and then pull this guy and his dog back to shore.”

McReavy’s heroic actions, as well as his fraternal mentorship of new firefighters, is why the American Legion Post 566 awarded him Firefighter of the Year.

Notably, neither of these instances involve fighting fires.

“The modern fire service is much more medically inclined,” McReavy said. “Places are requiring you to be an EMT. Some of them require you to be a paramedic.” He informed that while fires still occur, fire sprinkler systems and extinguishers are more advanced nowadays, and the public

is better educated about fire safety.

One thing that has not changed about firefighters is that many of them are not full-time employees; a good portion are volunteer or paid on-call members. McReavy, for instance, is senior vice president of Washburn-McReavy Funeral and Cremation Services in Minneapolis. “Engineers, lawyers, I’ve got friends who are doctors who do the paid on-call—you name the profession,” McReavy said.

Because of his full-time position, McReavy is retiring from firefighting this year. He still plans to be involved in the fire department, through Volunteers in Public Safety (VIPS), a nonprofit that gives back to the first-responder community.

fled on foot or getting visual on a situation before officers enter a scene is important for both victims and officers. “If something were to happen, the drone’s the one that’s going down, not the officer,” said Hallin.

Hallin also described that, because Lino Lakes has such a variety of landscapes and living situations, drones help police officers get eyes on a scene much more quickly. “We have autistic children running away from home, or vulnerable adults, and instead of relying on a K-9 to come out or 20-23 officers, we can send up a drone in a matter of minutes,” Hallin said. “Minutes can mean life or death for someone when we have so many bodies of water nearby.”

Just as Lino Lakes has a variety of landscapes, its community has a variety of needs. “I think my favorite part of the job is the unpredictability. Every single day is different,” said Hallin. “I enjoy interacting with the community, and I enjoy the different hats I wear in the department.”

Community is also what drove Hallin to become an officer in the first place. While he mentioned his father as his personal inspiration, Hallin mentioned a broader reason. “I just wanted to make a difference,” he said. “If I impact one person in this career, that’s all that matters.”

When asked if he is reaching that goal, Hallin responded, “I still have a long way to go in this career, but I do feel like I’m hopefully fulfilling it.”

“PTSD within not only the fire service, but within police, EMS— that’s really starting to come to the forefront now,” McReavy said. “There are a lot of programs that are out there to help with critical incident debriefs.”

Though McReavy’s contribution to the department will look different going forward, he remains dedicated to mentoring the next generation of firefighters when he can. Above all, that means instilling the most important trait of being a good firefighter: “Somebody who believes in service above self,” McReavy said. “You’ve got to have it in you to say, ‘I'm going to go help somebody at a time where they need help, and they don't know who else to call other than 911.’”

NORTH METRO FIRE BUFF | CONTRIBUTED McReavy in action with MSA tank.

CONTRIBUTED

Firefighter Brett McReavy is retiring after 10 years of service, five with Lino Lakes.

CONTRIBUTED

Officer Alex Hallin frequently serves as a decoy for the K-9 unit.

LEUKEMIA BENEFIT: Kelly’s Korner hosts event

at Kelly’s Korner, 7098 Centerville Road (see What’s Happening on page 3 for full event details).

“It’s hard to ask for help; it’s awkward accepting help,” Sandy said. “Cancer doesn’t discriminate. You can be the healthiest person out there, and Mitch was. He played every sport

CONSTRUCTION BRIEFS

there was going into this. It just took us all by surprise.” Sandy also said that Mitch and the entire Kisch family are grateful for the work Kelly’s Korner, Williams, and Hyden have put into the benefit.

Hyden stated that he was happy to help organize the benefit for Mitch. “He’s one of my best friends, and I would think he’d do

Road closures on 20th Avenue, eastbound County Road J

Twentieth Avenue is closed at County Road J. Eastbound County Road J is closed between the southbound I-35E entrance ramp and northbound I-35E exit ramp.

Traffic traveling eastbound on County Road J from Centerville Road will have full access to the theater shops and entrance ramp to I-35E south. Traffic cannot cross the County Road J bridge over I-35E.

Westbound traffic on County Road J is open from Otter Lake Road to Centerville Road. Traffic will be able to access southbound I-35E.

the same for me,” said Hyden. “It’s just looking out for one another.”

Hyden’s belief in community, however, is why Kelly’s is making the benefit a public event.

“Show him that he’s not alone. There are more people … willing to help because of the impact he’s made and how nice he’s been to everyone else,” Hyden said. “Good karma comes around.”

Other ways to help Mitch Kisch:

• If a person cannot attend the event, they can still help Mitch by donating online at gofundme.com and searching “Support Mitch’s Fight Against Leukemia by Matt Hyden.”

• To learn more about Mitch’s story, visit caringbridge.org and search “Mitch Kisch.”

• To help those battling leukemia, consider becoming a bone marrow donor at nmdp.com. “People think it’s a scary thing, but it’s actually a lot like giving blood,” Sandy explained. “They’ll send you a kit out, and you can swab your cheek. There’s a little bit of conditioning leading up to it, some shots you have to do to boost your marrow, and then it’s like giving blood.”

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Traffic exiting I-35E will be able to go westbound to the theater shops and Centerville Road. Traffic can also go eastbound from the ramp to Otter Lake Road.

Starting the week of June 22, crews will begin working on grading the new County Road J southbound exit ramp and will begin installing railing on the new County Road J bridge.

The week of June 29, crews will continue grading the 20th Avenue intersection and installing storm sewers under the new west roundabout.

Hodgson Road gets repaved

The City of Lino Lakes is performing a street overlay on Hodgson Road from Rohavic Lane to Ware Road. Overlays include placing a new layer of bituminous

material on top of an existing asphalt surface. This strategy provides a structural improvement to the roadway.

Roadway and driveway access will be limited during construction. Please plan on additional time coming and going throughout the day.

The City of Lino Lakes uses door hangers as a means of communicating immediate construction activities, such as temporary water shut off notices. Door hangers are typically placed on the front door knobs.

A city representative, Jordan Brelje, will be on-site to oversee construction and coordinate construction activities between residents and the contractor. Jordan can be contacted at 651-421-1620.

PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

Mitch Kisch has been battling acute leukemia since 2021.

The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following selected incidents:

• Officers were dispatched June 10 to a domestic situation in the 1900 block of Cardinal Drive. Officers made contact with a person and discovered they were in possession of suspected narcotics. Person was subsequently arrested on scene.

• On June 13, officers were dispatched to the 9200 block of Lexington Avenue for a twovehicle property damage accident in a parking lot. Officers took information for the report.

• Officers were dispatched June 14 to the 9000 block of South Highway Drive for a disorderly person. Officers mediated the situation, and the person was ultimately picked up by a sober party.

The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following selected incidents:

• An officer responded June 8 to a two-vehicle property damage accident on Ash Street and Centerville Road. The officer documented the incident and issued one of the drivers a citation for a traffic violation.

• Officers responded June 8 to a traffic complaint on Interstate 35 and Main Street. The officer located the vehicle and determined the driver was having a medical emergency.

• On June 8 in the 300 block of Linda Avenue, an officer responded to a burglary report. The investigation is ongoing.

• An officer responded June 9 to a personal injury accident involving an electric bicycle in 500 Block

of Apollo Drive. The patient was transported to a hospital by ambulance.

• While on patrol June 9 at Interstate 35W and Lake Drive, officers conducted a stop of a vehicle because the registered owner had a felony warrant for assault. The registered owner was not in the vehicle.

• While on patrol June 9 in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway, officers located a stolen vehicle in a parking lot. Officers identified a suspect and the case was sent to the County Attorney’s Office for charges.

• On June 9 in the 6400 block of Hodgson Road, an officer responded to an automated phone crash alert. The officer located a phone near the roadway and returned it to the owner.

• An officer responded June 10 to a CO alarm at a residence in the 2000 block of Red Oak Lane. The officer assisted until cleared by the fire department.

• On June 10 in the 6900 block of Otter Lake Road, officers responded to a report of multiple vehicles on fire at a business. Officers assisted the fire department in accessing the property and stood by until the fire was extinguished. The suspect cause was a lightning strike.

• While on patrol June 10 in the 6800 block of Pine Street NE, an officer observed a male who had an outstanding warrant for their

arrest. The male was arrested and booked at jail.

• An officer responded June 10 to a three-vehicle property damage accident in the 2300 block of Main Street. Two vehicles were towed from the scene.

• While on patrol June 11 in the 2200 block of Main Street, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for multiple violations. The driver was arrested and booked at jail for driving with a license canceled inimical to public safety.

• On June 12, An officer responded to a report of juveniles throwing items from a vehicle on Main Street and Lake Drive. After an investigation, two juveniles were charged with damage to property.

• An officer responded June 12 to a store in the 700 block of Apollo Drive for an adult female who was apprehended by loss prevention for shoplifting. The female was charged with theft.

• While on patrol on June 13 near Interstate 35 W, an officer observed a reckless driver. After an investigation, the driver was arrested for DWI and booked at jail.

• An officer responded to a motorist assist on June 14 at Apollo Drive and Lake Drive. The officer assisted the driver with obtaining parts to repair his vehicle, and the driver was able to drive from the scene.

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NOTICE OF NONPROFIT DISSOLUTION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, the Centennial Fire Relief Association, a nonprofit corporation organized under Minn. Stat. chapters 317A and 424A, hereby gives notice of its dissolution. The Centennial Fire Relief Association filed its Notice of Intent to Dissolve with the Secretary of State on May 28, 2026. Written claims against the Centennial Fire Relief Association may be sent to the Centennial Fire Relief Association, 2 East Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014. Claims must be received by July 1, 2026 to be considered. Published four times in the Quad Community Press on June 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2026.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF ANOKA DISTRICT COURT, TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NO. 02-CV-26-4041 CONDEMNATION PETITION

City of Lino Lakes, Petitioner, vs.

DPS-Wooddale, LLC; Minnesota Pipe Line Company; Rehbein Agricultural Services, Inc.; BLino, LLC; County of Anoka; Rice Creek Watershed District; Metropolitan Council and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described herein, Respondents.

TO: The Anoka County District Court and the above-named Respondents. IN THE MATTER OF THE CONDEMNATION OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LINO LAKES, ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA, FOR ROADWAY PURPOSES RELATING TO THE OTTER LAKE ROAD EXTENSION PROJECT

The City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota (“City”) hereby brings this Condemnation Petition pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 117.055, and represents and alleges as follows:

1. The City is a home rule charter city located in Anoka County, Minnesota.

2. The City has those powers and rights of eminent domain necessary and convenient to acquire real property in the manner outlined in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 117.

3. The lands described herein are situated in the City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Minnesota.

4. The City is in need of acquiring the property interests identified in Exhibit A for the purpose of laying out, constructing, reconstructing, improving, and maintaining public roadway and right-of-way, together with all necessary and appurtenant public improvements, including drainage, stormwater facilities, grading, and related infrastructure, in connection with the extension of Otter Lake Road.

5. The above-described purpose is a public purpose and will benefit the residents of the City of Lino Lakes, the residents of Anoka County, others in the surrounding area, and the travelling public at-large.

6. The fee interests described in the attached Exhibit A will be used for public roadway and right-of-way purposes.

7. The permanent drainage and utility easement interests described in the attached Exhibit A will be used for necessary grading, sloping, drainage, stormwater management, and utility purposes.

8. The temporary easement interests described in the attached Exhibit A will be used to remove clay and soil for road reconstruction, for grading work necessary to match slopes, for storing equipment and supplies necessary to complete the project, and for other purposes related to the City’s project.

9. On December 8, 2025, the Lino Lakes City Council examined information relating to the acquisition of the land described in the attached Exhibit A for the purposes herein described, and determined that the acquisition of the land is necessary, serves a public purpose, and is in the best interest of the health, public safety, convenience, and general welfare of the residents of the City, the residents of Anoka County, others in the surrounding area, and the travelling public at-large. The City Council also determined that it required title to the properties pursuant to the “quick take” provisions in Minnesota Statute section 117.042.

10. The caption of this action lists all persons appearing of record or known to the City to be owners or interested parties in the land described in the attached Exhibit A, including all persons or entities that the City has been able by investigation and inquiry to discover.

11. The City obtained an appraisal for each parcel of property described in the attached Exhibit A.

12. The City provided all of the “owners,” as defined in Minnesota Statutes Section 117.036, subdivision 1a, of the land described in the attached Exhibit A with a copy of the appraisal and informed the owner of the right to obtain an appraisal at the City’s expense in accordance with the requirements of Minnesota Statutes Section 117.036, subdivision 2.

13. The City attempted to negotiate in good faith with each owner for the direct purchase of the property interests described in the attached Exhibit A in accordance with the requirements of Minnesota Statutes Section 117.036, subdivision 3. The City has determined it is necessary to secure the property interests described in the attached Exhibit A through an eminent domain proceeding.

14. The City intends to take possession of the property interests described in the attached Exhibit A in accordance with the “quick-take” provisions of Minnesota Statutes Section 117.042. The City served notice of its intent to take possession of the property upon the owner and other parties with an interest in the properties described in Exhibit A on March 16, 2026, by certified mail.

15. The City intends to move the Court for an order authorizing the Court Administrator to accept and deposit payments from the City to the Court pursuant to the “quick-take” provisions in Minnesota Statutes Section 117.042. WHEREFORE, the City requests an order of this Court approving the City’s Condemnation Petition and directing:

1. That such proceedings be had as are provided by law in order that the City may acquire, by eminent domain, the real property interests described in the attached Exhibit A;

2. That it be adjudicated and determined that the real property interests sought to be taken by the City are for a public use and purpose, and that the taking of real property from the owner of the land described in the attached Exhibit A is necessary and authorized by law;

3. That three competent and disinterested persons and two alternates, be appointed as commissioners to ascertain and report the amount of damages that will be sustained by the owner of the land described in the attached Exhibit A as a result of the taking;

4. That the Court order and fix the time and place of the first meeting of the commissioners and set out their compensation;

5. That the commissioners be directed and instructed by the Court to proceed according to law to make a fair and impartial assessment and award of all damages that will be sustained by the owners of the lands herein described, by reason of the taking, and to timely report the same to this Court;

6. That the City may take title to and possession of the property described in the attached Exhibit A prior to the filing of an award by the Court appointed commissioners in accordance with the “quick-take” provisions outlined in Minnesota Statutes Section 117.042; and

7. For other such relief as the Court may deem just and equitable.

Respectfully Submitted,

Dated: May 29, 2026 SQUIRES, WALDSPURGER & MACE, P.A.

By: /s/ Zachary J. Cronen s Zachary J. Cronen, Atty. No. 397420

Jordan R. Kleinschmidt, Atty. No. 506450

333 South Seventh St., Ste. 2800

Minneapolis, MN 55402

Phone: (612) 436-4300

zachary.cronen@raswlaw.com

jordan.kleinschmidt@raswlaw.com

ATTORNEYS FOR CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA

ACKNOWLEDGMENT REQUIRED BY MINN. STAT. § 549.211

The undersigned acknowledges that sanctions may be imposed under Minn. Stat. § 549.211.

Dated: May 29, 2026 SQUIRES, WALDSPURGER & MACE, P.A.

By: /s/ Zachary J. Cronen s

Zachary J. Cronen, Atty. No. 397420

Jordan R. Kleinschmidt, Atty. No. 506450

333 South Seventh St., Ste. 2800

Minneapolis, MN 55402

Phone: (612) 436-4300

zachary.cronen@raswlaw.com

jordan.kleinschmidt@raswlaw.com

ATTORNEYS FOR CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA

EXHIBIT A

Parcel 4, 6, 8, and 3 & 4

Property Description:

7393 24th Ave, Lino Lakes, MN 55038

PID No. 13-31-22-43-0002; 13-31-22-41-0005; 13-31-22-42-0001

Nature of Interest to be Acquired:

Right-of-way fee; Permanent Drainage and Utility Easement; Temporary Construction Easement

Legal description of Interests to be Acquired: Right-of-Way

ROW Parcel 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

ROW Parcel 3 & 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

ROW Parcel 6 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Temporary Easement

T.E. Parcel 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

T.E. Parcel 3 & 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

T.E. Parcel 6 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Permanent Drainage and Utility Easement

P.E. Parcel 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

P.E. Parcel 6 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

P.E. Parcel 8 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Names of known parties interested in the above-described land and nature of interest:

Fee Owners: DPS-Wooddale, LLC

Easement: Minnesota Pipe Line Company

Possible Tenant: Rehbein Agricultural Services, Inc.

Possible Property Taxes : County of Anoka

Possible Property Taxes : Rice Creek Watershed District

Possible Property Taxes: Metropolitan Council

Possible Special Assessments: City of Lino Lakes

Parcel 1

Property Description:

7107/7103 Otter Lake Rd, Lino Lakes, MN 55038

PID No. 24-31-22-12-0009

Nature of Interest to be Acquired:

Right-of-way fee; temporary construction easement

Legal Description of Interest to be Acquired

Right-of-Way Fee

ROW Parcel 1 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Temporary Easement

T.E. Parcel 1 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Names of parties interested in the above-described land and nature of interest:

Fee Owners: BLino, LLC

Possible Property Taxes: County of Anoka

Possible Property Taxes : Rice Creek Watershed District

Possible Property Taxes: Metropolitan Council

Possible Special Assessments: City of Lino Lakes

Parcel 3, 3 & 4, and 3 & 5

Property Description:

7233 24th Ave., Lino Lakes, MN 55038

PID No. 13-31-22-44-0001

Nature of Interest to be Acquired:

Right-of-way fee; Permanent Drainage and Utility Easement; Temporary Construction Easement

Legal Description of Interest to be Acquired

Right-of-Way Fee

ROW Parcel 3 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

ROW Parcel 3 & 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF

WAY PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

ROW Parcel 3 & 5 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF

WAY PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Temporary Easement

T.E. Parcel 3 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

T.E. Parcel 3 & 4 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

T.E. Parcel 3 & 5 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Permanent Drainage and Utility Easement

P.E. Parcel 3 as shown on CITY OF LINO LAKES RIGHT OF WAY

PLAT NO. 4, County of Anoka, Minnesota.

Names of parties interested in the above-described land and nature of interest:

Easement: Minnesota Pipe Line Company

Possible Property Taxes : County of Anoka

Possible Property Taxes : Rice Creek Watershed District

Possible Property Taxes: Metropolitan Council

Possible Special Assessments: City of Lino Lakes

Prior Fee Owners: Bernier Family Farm, LLC (interest acquired through direct negotiation and therefore not included in this action)

Prior Potential Tenant: Taylor Farms (interest acquired through direct negotiation and therefore not included in this action)

Published three times in the Quad Community Press on June 9, 16 and 23, 2026.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF ANOKA DISTRICT COURT, TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

COURT FILE NO. 02-CV-26-4041

CASE TYE: CONDEMNATION NOTICE OF REMOTE ZOOM HEARING

You are notified this matter is set for a remote hearing. This hearing will not be in person at the courthouse. Hearing Information

Hearing August 07, 2026

3:00 PM

The hearing will be held via Zoom and appearance shall be by video unless otherwise directed with Judicial Officer Kevin J. Mueller, Anoka County District Court.

The Minnesota Judicial Branch uses strict security controls for all remote technology when conducting remote hearings.

You must:

• Notify the court if your address, email, or phone number changes.

• Be fully prepared for the remote hearing. If you have exhibits you want the court to see, you must give them to the court before the hearing. Visit https://www.mncourts.gov/Remote-Hearings for more information and options for joining remote hearings, including how to submit exhibits.

• Contact the court at 763-760-6700 if you do not have access to the internet or are unable to connect by video.

• If you need an interpreter, contact the court before the hearing date to ask for one.

To join by internet:

• Type https://zoomgov.com/join in your browser’s address bar.

• Enter the Meeting ID and Meeting Passcode (if asked): https://courts-state-mn-us.zoomgov.com/j/1608348570?pwd=zJWO7YBq 2r4OJCjkptRDfZwubqSs14.1 or: https://tinyurl.com/CityofLinoLakesHearing080726 Meeting ID: 160 834 8570 Passcode: 224975

• Update your name by clicking on your profile picture. If you are representing a party, add your role to your name, for example, John Smith, Attorney for Defendant.

• Click the Join Audio icon in the lower left-hand corner of your screen.

• Click Start Video. Para obtener más información y conocer las opciones para participar en audiencias remotas, incluido cómo enviar pruebas, visite www.mncourts.gov/ Remote-Hearings. Booqo www.mncourts.gov/Remote-Hearings oo ka eego faahfaahin iyo siyaabaha aad uga qeybgeli karto dacwad-dhageysi ah fogaan-arag, iyo sida aad u soo gudbineyso wixii caddeymo ah. Important!

You may be connecting from home, but it is still a court hearing. Pay attention and follow all rules.

Dated: June 01, 2026

H. Ann Basta, Anoka County Court Administrator

cc: ZACHARY JERALD CRONEN

Published three times in the Quad Community Press on June 9, 16 and 23, 2026.

CITY OF LINO LAKES ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AD FOR BIDS

BIRCH STREET SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

GENERAL NOTICE

City of Lino Lakes (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of Birch Street Sewer Improvement Project. Bids for the construction of the Project will be received online through QuestCDN vBid™ until Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:00 am local time. Immediately following expiration of the time for receiving bids, representatives of the City of Lino Lakes will publicly view Bids at an online Bid opening meeting. Those interested in viewing the online Bid opening are welcome to join the meeting by logging on to https://zoom. us/join or calling 309.205.3325 and entering Meeting ID 970 5471 2776 and Passcode 016622. The as-read online Bid results will be available at www. questcdn.com following the Bid opening.

The Project includes the furnishing of all labor and materials for the construction complete in-place, of the following approximate quantities:

S Y Remove and Replace Bituminous Walk

150 L F Salvage and Reinstall Chain Link Fence

1 L S Dewatering

1 L S Steel Sheet Piling (Temporary)

47 L F Construct 48” Dia. Sanitary Manhole 125 L F 15” PVC Sanitary Sewer 125 L F 24” Steel Casing

Traffic Control

0.6 AC Turf Establishment

The provisions of MINN. STAT. 16C.285 Responsible Contractor are imposed as a requirement of this contract. All bidders and persons or companies providing a response/submission to the Advertisement for Bids of the City of Lino Lakes shall comply with the provisions of the statute. Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at www. questcdn.com. Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the website for a nonrefundable fee of $55 by inputting Quest project #10097312 on the website’s Project Search page.

The website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the website www.questcdn.com. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from other sources. Bids will only be accepted via the electronic bidding service through QuestCDN.

The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all Bids and to waive any Bids received without explanation. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days.

For all further requirements regarding Bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.

DATED: April 7, 2026 BY THE ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Michael Grochala, Community Development Director, Lino Lakes, MN Published two times in the Quad Community Press on June 23 and 30, 2026.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 (CENTENNIAL), MINNESOTA

NOTICE RELATING TO GENERAL OBLIGATION FACILITIES MAINTENANCE BONDS, SERIES 2027A OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 (CENTENNIAL), MINNESOTA

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Independent School District No. 12 (Centennial), Minnesota (the District) intends to issue in the 2027 calendaryear its General Obligation Facilities Maintenance Bonds, Series 2027A (the Bonds), in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $7,000,000, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 123B.595, subdivision 5. The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to finance roof improvements at Blue Heron Elementary School (the Project), as described in the District’s ten-year facility plan for Fiscal Year 2028 (the Facility Plan), and to pay costs of issuance of the Bonds. A copy of the Facility Plan will be on file with the District and available for public inspection at the District offices during regular business hours. The total amount of outstanding indebtedness of the District as of June 10, 2026, is $57,650,000. Any interested person may submit written comments relating to the Bonds or the Project to the District. BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 (CENTENNIAL), MINNESOTA Published one time in the Quad Community Press on June 23, 2026.

• The Centerville City Council is sharing the results of its annual financial report for the year ending Dec. 31, 2025, with required management communications and audit insights from Tyler See, CPA and senior manager with Abdo. The city received an unqualified (clean) audit opinion on the financial statements for fiscal year 2025. Council unanimously accepted the report, which included an unmodified opinion and no instances of non-compliance.

• The city’s water supply tank is due to be cleaned and inspected, work which last occurred nine years ago. Staff requested and council approved an agreement with Maguire Iron to clean and inspect the tower for $3,850. The tank is due to be painted in 2027 or 2028. Money will come from the Water Fund, and work is expected to take place during the summer and/or fall.

• The city is installing a third well and is contracting with WSB Engineering and Design for $14,900. WSB has done recent work on a Lino Lakes project of a similar nature. Council Member Russ Koski said this will save the city money.

• The city is eligible for a $40,000 from the Metropolitan Council for a planning assistance grant to support its 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. This is a required project. In addition, there is an Early Plan Completion Incentive of $4,000 and an Advancing Regional Goals Incentive of $10,000 for which the city could also vie. “I’m continually appreciative of staff’s efforts to seek grants, which saves money,” said Council Member Anita Rios.

• The property owners at 7294 Mill Road will be able to install a

six-foot, vinyl privacy fence after council approved the encroachment agreement. Staff researched the sanitary sewer line and water line on the property and also located pertinent documents. The applicants have also completed all the necessary documents and paid the appropriate fees. The fence will encroach into the city’s drainage and utility easement in the side and rear yard.

• During a review, city staff discovered a misunderstanding within its contract with BS&A Software, LLC regarding payroll services. Staff recommended and council approved a change order in the amount of $3,525 with BS&A. The change order will add that amount to the city’s costs and provide for five years of history to be included for current and past employees. City staff believes that having the information available for exporting will be much more efficient than having to refer to the city’s previous system.

• Derek Lynn of Ramsey who represented the Anoka County Election Integrity Team (ACEIT) spoke during open forum about the group’s efforts to return the tabulation of votes to a manual hand count. He noted that Centerville could help the cause by counting their votes by hand, returning to paper poll pads and by watching an informational movie about the dangers of electronic poll pads in use today.

• Council took control of its own ballot counting measures by passing a resolution establishing an absentee ballot board. Having a board will enhance local election transparency and public confidence

in the city’s election administration by taking a closer look at early voting, said City Administrator Athanasia Lewis. “Groups have come into City Hall asking questions about the process. We want to get out in front and be proactive,” she said. Although the framework established by Anoka County for administering absentee ballots is reliable, it is in the city’s best interest to establish its own absentee ballot board for the upcoming election and future elections, she said.

• The city is looking to hire an assistant to the city administrator. The city will be reviewing applications and resumes until June 29. Anyone interested in this position may find an application packet on the city website. Candidates may forward a completed employment packet for consideration via email at alewis@ centervillemn.com or mail it to City Administrator Athanasia Lewis at the City of Centerville, 1880 Main St., Centerville MN, 55038. At present, the city has four exceptional candidates, Lewis said.

• Lewis also informed that Centennial Lakes Police Department Chief James (Jim) Mork will retire after 29 years of dedicated service. An open-house celebration of his career has been scheduled from 2-4 p.m., Tuesday, June 30, Centennial Library, 180 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines.

The council next meets at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 25, at City Hall, 1880 Main St.

Loretta Harding

Cougar boys lacrosse honors, leaders listed

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

After winning the Northwest Suburban Conference with an 8-1 conference record and 10-5 overall, the following Centennial Cougars boys lacrosse players earned awards:

All-conference picks were seniors Gavin Cunningham (attack) and Traxton Becker (defense) and juniors Isaak Adams (midfield), Eli Hansen (defense), Nolan Larson (short stick defense mid) and David Moran (midfield). Cunningham, Adams, Moran and Becker also made all-section.

Additionally, the Minnesota State High School Coaches Association designated Adams to all-state second team and gave Cunningham honorable mention.

Conference honorable mentions went to seniors Kasey Burgwald, Caden Clarys and Kellen Searles; juniors Matthew Frost and Finn Undersander; and sophomores Macin Hehir and Logan Orlett.

Scoring leaders for the season (goals-assistspoints) were Cunningham with 48-24-72; Adams, 4326-69; Moran, 30-12-42; Hehir, 24-7-31; and Burgwald, 19-11-30. Orlett led with 102 ground balls and won 181 of 307 face-offs (59 percent). Cunningham had 50 ground balls, and Traxton Becker had 42. Goalie Cayden Clarys had a .449 save percentage.

PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 (CENTENNIAL) STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District No. 12 shall begin on July 14, 2026 and shall close at 5:00 o’clock p.m. on July 28, 2026.

The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. At that election, three members will be elected to the School Board for terms of four (4) years each.

Affidavits of Candidacy are available from the school district election clerk, 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota. The filing fee for this office is $2. A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same primary or next ensuing general election.

The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district election clerk and the filing fee paid prior to 5:00 o’clock p.m. on July 28, 2026. Dated: June 15, 2026 BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD Jody Josephson, School District Election Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on June 23, 2026.

CENTENNIAL

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY MAY 18, 2026

(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; May 18, 2026. 1. Call to Order Chairperson Knisely called the Special Meeting of the School Board to order at 5:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call The following members were present: Knisely, Linser, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. 4. Approval of the Agenda Motion to approve the agenda by Murphy, seconded by Linser. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Adjourn into Closed Session Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05, Subd. 3(a) the board will adjourn into closed session for the purpose of completing the annual, systematic review and evaluation of the Superintendent’s performance. Motion to adjourn into closed session to complete the annual, systematic review and evaluation of the Superintendent’s performance by Hansen, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. The board adjourned at 5:32 p.m. to go into closed session to complete the annual, systematic review and evaluation of the Superintendent’s performance. The closed session was called to order at 5:37 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room. The following members were present: Knisely, Linser, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. The following members were absent: None. Motion to adjourn the closed session by Linser, seconded by Hansen. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 6. Reconvene The special meeting of the School Board reconvened at 6:25 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. Chairperson Knisely reported that

no action was taken during the closed session. 7. Adjourn Motion to adjourn by Schwinn, seconded by Murphy. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. Adjourn at 6:25 p.m. Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on June 23, 2026.

CENTENNIAL

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY MAY 4, 2026

(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; May 4, 2026. 1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Work Study Session to order at 5:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Roll Call The following members were present: Knisely, ex-officio Holmberg, Linser, Johnson, Schwinn, Hansen, Murphy. The following members were absent: None. 3. Presentation/ Overview of Long Range Plan Components Superintendent Holmberg and Executive Director gave an overview of Long Range Plan components. The presentation is included in board packets. 4. Communications Overview Presentation Director Bergert introduced Susan Brott from CESO Communications. The Communication Plan for Referendum 2026 was presented. The presentation is included in board packets. 5. Purchase of English Language Arts Curriculum for Grades 9-12 The board will be asked to approve the budget for the purchase at the May 18 board meeting. 6. Revised Policies with Technical Updates Superintendent Holmberg reviewed the policies with technical updates. The revised policies will be brought for a second reading and adoption at the May 18 board meeting. 7. 2026-2027

Budget Presentation The board will be asked to approved the 2026-2027 budget at the May 18 meeting. The presentation is included in board packets. 8. Transportation Services Type III Quotations Executive Director Chaffey noted that quotations were due at 10:00 a.m. today and that five quotations were received. They will be reviewed and brought for acceptance at the May 18 board meeting. 9. Health Insurance Transparency Act (HITA) Bid Every two years we are required by state law to go out for health insurance bids. Our broker reviews the proposals and bring a recommendation back to the Insurance Committee. 10. Adjourn at 7:28 p.m. Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk

Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson

Published one time in the Quad Community Press on June 23, 2026.

CENTENNIAL

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY MAY 18, 2026

(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; May 18, 2026.

1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Regular Meeting of the School board to order at 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Pledge of

Allegiance 3. Roll Call The following members were present: Knisely, exofficio Holmberg, Linser, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. The following members were absent: None. 4. Approval of the Agenda Motion to approve the agenda by Murphy, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Recognitions CAEF Presentation/Receipt of Fund the Need Donation 6. Public Comment None. 7. Consent Items 7.1. Approval of Minutes. 7.2. Approval of Monthly Disbursements. 7.3. Approval of Personnel Items. Motion to approve the consent agenda items as detailed in the enclosures by Linser, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8. Curriculum 8.1. Approval of Budget to Purchase English Language Arts Curriculum for Grades 9-12. Motion to approve the budge to purchase English Language Arts Curriculum for grades 9-12 by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 9. Resource Management 9.1. Overview of Long-Range Plan Components: Operating Referendum Overview, Bond Referendum Overview, Nexus Contract/AIA Agreements. 9.2. Adoption of Levy Referendum Resolution – Motion to adopt the Resolution Relating to Determining the Necessity of a New Referendum Revenue Authorization and Issuing General Obligation Bonds and Calling a Special Election Thereon by Linser, seconded by Murphy. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Knisely, Linser, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. Vice Chair Linser left the meeting at 7:14 p.m. 9.3. Approval of Nexus & AIA Agreements - Motion to approve the Nexus contract and AIA agreements by Schwinn, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 9.4. Approval of Transportation Services Type III Agreements - Motion to approve the Transportation Services Type III Agreements by Hansen, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 9.5. Adoption of Resolution Approving Trustee Appointment - Motion to adopt the Resolution Approving Trustee Appointment by Schwinn, seconded by Murphy. Roll Call Vote –Ayes: Knisely, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 9.6. Approval of 2026-2027 Adopted Budget - Motion to approve the 2026-2027 Adopted Budget by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 9.7. Adoption of Resolution to Place on Unrequested Leave of Absence - Motion to adopt the Resolution to Place on Unrequested Leave of Absence by Hansen, seconded by Murphy. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Knisely, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 9.8. Adoption of Acknowledgement of Contributions Resolution - Motion to adopt the Acknowledgement of Contributions Resolution by Murphy, seconded by Schwinn. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Knisely, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 10. Supplemental Items 10.1. Adoption of Revised Policies with Technical Updates - Motion to adopt the Revised Policies with Technical Updates by Schwinn, seconded by Hansen. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Knisely, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion caried unanimously. 11. Communication 11.1. AMSD. 11.2. CAEF. 11.3. NE Metro 916. 11.4. SAFF. 11.5. District Committee Reports. 12. Superintendent

Cougar baseball honors

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

After a 23-7 season—including a first-place conference record of 9-2— and a section runner-up finish, the following Centennial baseball players received honors: Making all-conference were seniors Tommy Meyer, pitcher; Calvin Coppersmith, center field; Tripp Stensrud, catcher; junior Logan Mielke, pitcher/outfield; and sophomore Cooper Sanders, pitcher/ first base. Meyer, Coppersmith, Stensrud and

Logan Mielke also made all-section. In 27 games played, Coppersmith’s field percentage was 1.000, meaning no errors for the entire season. In conference, Meyer—despite a 3-4 record—pitched 43 innings, with 56 strikeouts and a 2.58 earned-run average. In 24 games played, Logan Mielke batted .390, with an on-base percentage of .460, 16 runs, 30 hits, 2 home runs and 19 RBIs. Conference honorable mentions went to juniors Jaden Anderson, pitcher/first base, and Jacob Williamson, pitcher.

CITY BRIEF

Pheasant Hills Park gets new equipment

Pheasant Hills Park, 6659 Sherman Lake Road, is scheduled to receive new playground equipment the week of June 22nd. The City of Lino Lakes believes this will be a great way to kick off the official beginning of summer. The city wishes to thank the Lino Lakes Parks Department for their work.

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TRAVEL GUIDE

July 5: Live Music, Brenda Bonin 2-5pm

July 5: Music: Irish Diplomacy 3 - 6pm

July 7: Beginner Friendly Yoga 6 - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 7: Bingo 6:30pm - 8pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 8: Live Music, Becky Rae Dalton 5-8pm 7 Vines

July 8: Cribbage Tournament 5:30pm - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 10: Art at the Winery: Plant and Sip 6pm - 8:30pm Dancing Dragonfly

July 11: Car Show at DDW 11am - 4pm Dancing Dragonfly

July 11: VIP - Vine to Bottle tasting tour noon - 1:30pm Two Silo

July 11: Rustic Roots Vineyard Tour & Tasting 12 and 3pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 11: VIP - Pappouli’s Wine tasting experience 2 - 3:30pm Two Silo

July 12: Rustic Roots Vineyard Tour & Tasting 12:00 PM Rustic Roots Winery

July 12: Acoustic Sunday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dancing Dragonfly

July 12: Live Music in the Vines - Too Square Band 2 - 5 pm Two Silo

July 12: Live Music, Michael August 2-5pm 7 Vines

July 12: Music: Cole Thomas 3 - 6pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 12: Grounded in Nature: A Sound Bath 6:30 - 7:30pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 14: Beginner Friendly Yoga 6 - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 14: Trivia with Ryan 6:30pm - 8pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 15: Live Music, Josh Quinn & Rose Duffey 5-8pm 7 Vines

July 16: Summer Artisans’ Market 4 - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 16: Trivia Night 6:30pm - 8pm Dancing Dragonfly

July 18: Twin Cities Vintage Flea Market 12-6pm Big Wood Brewery

July 18: VIP - Vine to Bottle tasting tour noon - 1:30 pm Two Silo

July 18: Rustic Roots Vineyard Tour & Tasting 12 and 3pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 18: Club Exclusive: Vineyard Tour & Picnic 12:30pm - 12:30am Dancing Dragonfly

July 18: VIP - Pappouli’s Wine tasting experience 2:00 - 3:30 pm Two Silo

July 18: Paul Bergers Trip Band 6-9pm Big Wood Brewery

July 19: Rustic Roots Vineyard Tour & Tasting 12:00pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 19: Acoustic Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm Dancing Dragonfly

July 19: Live Music, Steve Poynter 2-5pm 7 Vines

July 19: Music: Riverside Unplugged 3 - 6pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 21: Beginner Friendly Yoga 6 - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 21: Bingo 6:30pm - 8pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 22: Live Music, Tim Cheesebrow 5-8pm 7 Vines

July 22: Cribbage Tournament 5:30pm - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 24: SUMMER In The VINES with our Winemaker 5:30 - 9:00pm Two Silo

July 24: Dueling Pianos 6 - 9pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 25: VIP - Vine to Bottle tasting tour noon - 1:30pm Two Silo

July 25: Rustic Roots Vineyard Tour & Tasting 12 and 3pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 25: VIP - Pappouli’s Wine tasting experience 2:00 - 3:30pm Two Silo

July 25: Fortunate Suns Band 6-9pm Big Wood Brewery

July 26: Rustic Roots Vineyard Tour & Tasting 12:00pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 26: Acoustic Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm Dancing Dragonfly

July 26: Live Music, Bjorn Briel 2-5pm 7 Vines

July 26: Music: Jeff Brooks & Andrea Lind 3 - 6pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 28: Live Music in the Vines - Roger Jokela 2 - 5pm Two Silo

July 28: Beginner Friendly Yoga 6 - 7pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 28: Trivia with Ryan 6:30pm - 8pm Rustic Roots Winery

July 29: Monthly Book Club 5:30 - 6:30pm

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