‘The Addams Family’ comes to life at Centennial
MADELINE DOLBY EDITOR
The Centennial Theatre Department will bring the Addams family to life during its spring musical at the Centennial High School Performing Arts Center May 1-4. The production will feature around 104 total students cast and crew.
“The Addams Family” musical focuses on Wednesday Addams. She ends up falling in love with a sweet and smart young man named Lucas Beineke. Wednesday asks her father, Gomez, not to tell her mother, Morticia, about her boyfriend. Meanwhile, other family members discover Wednesday’s love.
“It’s a super fun and funny musical and recognizable to all generations,” said co-director Eric Webster, “and it allowed for our students/actors in the ensemble to have fun creating characters of their own choice.”
The story comes to its peak when the Addams family hosts a dinner for the Beinekes. The families have different cultures and expectations, which collide. Chaos ensues as the families reveal deep secrets and come together in unexpected ways.
“I grew with up the Addams Family TV show,” said co-director Mary Rudquist. “So, for me it’s a lot of fun to see and direct a musical version of the TV show that I used to watch!”
Senior Riley Eckman will play Morticia Addams.
“She has a very dry humor, and I think that’s really fun to get to deliver,” Eckman said.
She said that the opening number, “When You’re an Addams,” is her favorite scene from the show because of the fun choreography and the fact that everyone gets to be on stage.
“I hope that they (the audience) leave having had fun, laughed a lot and had a good experience,” she added.
Gomez, Morticia’s husband, will be played by junior Crow Pinsonnault.
How to watch, act in active shooter situation
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
There may come a day when you must be ready for one of the worst possible scenarios - and safety threats - you could ever experience. That threat is an active shooter, whether at school, the workplace or indoor gatherings. While we may never know when an incident will occur, we must look for the signs that indicate it could and what we can do to prevent it – and save others (and ourselves) when it does.
Through their organization, Blue Ethos Specialized Training, Rich Webb and Drew Moldenhauer conduct comprehensive training to identify preemptive signs and discuss de-escalation tactics and protection or self-defense methods in active shooter scenarios.
When it comes to shooters, let alone active threats, most, according to Moldenhauer, come from rough upbringings. “The people that carry them out typically have some sort of childhood trauma. We’re talking about really bad physical or sexual trauma when they are young that never gets dealt with.”
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The Addams Family (from left): Pugsley (Eden Cutts), Gomez (Crow Pinsonnault), Morticia (Riley Eckman) and Wednesday (Lydia Carroll).
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Kentucky Derby Party
When: 4 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Lino Lakes American Legion, 7731 Lake Drive
Details: Dusty off your Derby hats, sip on some mint juleps and cheer for the Kentucky Derby. Contact: 651-783-0055 or LinoLakesLegion.com
ONGOING EVENTS
LIVE TRIVIA
When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays
Where: Lino Lakes American Legion Post 566, 7731 Lake Drive
Details: General knowledge trivia. No limit on team sizes. Every player will receive a raffle ticket for a drawing to win a free drink. The top three teams will earn a gift card, and the last place team wins a “mini trophy.”
Contact: (651) 783-0055
LINO LAKES TOASTMASTERS CLUB
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Where: Zoom Details: Develop your communication and leaderships skills.
Contact: Phyllis Moore: 763-268-9366
A MATTER OF BALANCE
When: 1-3 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, April 7-30
Where: Lyngblomsten at Lino Lakes, 6070 Blanchard Blvd.
Details: Falls prevention program to learn ways to reduce risk of falling and learn exercises to increase strength, balance and flexibility. Contact: 651-632-5330 or lyngblomsten.org/community-services/wellness-education
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April 29 - May 4 vs. Columbus Clippers May 6 - 11 vs. Buffalo Bisons
‘ANYTHING GOES’
When: April 25-May 18
Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, White Bear
Lake Details: Revival version of the classic, Golden Age musical by Cole Porter. Ticket information online. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org
CURRENT EVENTS
FOREST BATHING
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 1
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 shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” with certified ANFT guide Kirsten Welge. Contact: www.anokacountyparks.com
EASY OIL PAINTING USING THE BOB ROSS METHOD
When: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Centennial Middle School, Room E108, 399 Elm St., Lino Lakes
Details: Create your own work of art using the Bob Ross Method. Class will be led by Jay Rupp, certified Bob Ross instructor in floral, wildlife and landscape. Register through the Community Education website. Contact: communityed.isd12.org/programs-offerings
TRUCK DAY
When: 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday May 3
Where: Rice Lake Elementary, 575 Birch St., Lino Lakes
Details: Climb into trucks for a pretend drive and get your picture taken with fan favorites. There will be a sensory friendly time from 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m. where there will be no horns, sirens or lights used. There will also be a silent auction to bid on items from local businesses and donors.
Contact: www.facebook.com/Centennial.EC/
ECO-ART SERIES: FLOWER BOOKMARK
When: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Take a springtime stroll around Wargo then preserve the memory of your visit by crafting a unique bookmark with dried flowers. Contact: anokacountyparks.com
LEXINGTON SPRING CLEAN UP DAY
When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 3
Where: Memorial Park, 9100 Hamline Ave., Lexington Details: Dispose of old mattresses, worn out small engine equipment, small applicants, yard waste and printers. Open to Lexington residents only. Contact: lexingtonmn.gov
DENIM AND DIAMONDS GALA
When: 5-11 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Dellwood Barn and Weddings, 7373 120th St. N, St. Paul
Details: Hosted by the Centennial Area Education Foundation. Food, fun and fundraising opportunities available for Centennial Schools. Ticket information can be found online.
Contact: www.caefoundation.org/gala
SPRING MARKET AND CRAFT FAIR
When: 9:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 3
Where: St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes
Details: There will be arts and crafts for sale, Fair Trade items, seedlings and flowers and a silent auction. There will be a kids activity center too.
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PLANT BAR AT HUMBLE ROOTS BOUTIQUE
When: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday, May 3
Where: Humble Roots Boutique, 7095 Centerville Road, Centerville
Details: Pot your own plant event. Pick your favorite container, choose a plant, add a plant pick or décor piece if you want and plant it yourself. Open to all ages.
Contact: 651-977-6687
ALCOHOL INK PAINTING WORKSHOP
When: 7-9 p.m. Monday, May 5
Where: Centennial High School, East campus, Room 111, 4757 North Road, Circle Pines
Details: Learn a new painting technique and experiment with alcohol inks on Yupo paper. Registration required.
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When: 9-10 a.m. Tuesday, May 6
Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes
Details: Themed story book reading and craft for kids ages 2+ with an adult.
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LEXINGTON CITY COUNCIL SNIPPETS
• Council approved revisions to the regulated parking on Lovell Road east of Dunlap Avenue NE to Lexington Avenue NE. According to the staff report, the revisions include installing signs as deemed necessary for the proper enforcement of four-hour parking along the north side of Lovell Road. The south side will remain a no-parking zone.
• Council approved the addition of Moreton Capital Markets as a depository for city funds.
The next City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at City Hall.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: What you should know
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national observance in the United States that began in 1949. It was created by Mental Health America to bring attention to the importance of mental wellbeing. Various organizations and individuals step up during this time to raise awareness of and help address the challenges faced by many living with mental health conditions.
According to The National Council, 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by the age of 14, and 75% by age 24. One in five adults experience mental illness each year. One in six adolescents have a mental health condition, but only half of them will receive treatment.
In a previous column I wrote, I spoke about my own mental health journey (“Let’s talk about mental health” The Lowdown, Oct. 2024). During my senior year of high school, I was diagnosed with severe/ moderate anxiety and depression. Thankfully, with the help of insurance, my family was able to afford therapy sessions that I attended twice a month for a year. That year was difficult, and I reflect on that time a lot. It was the year that changed my life. When I was a junior in college, my mental health took a turn for the worst. My grades started to slip, and I had to attend a study hall for three hours a week. I wanted to quit track. I stopped hanging out with friends and doing the things that I loved. That summer, I worked hard on improving my mental health again. I spent less time on social media. I started saying “yes” again. I began to exercise outside more.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), each illness has its own set of symptoms, but common signs of mental illness in adults and teens can include excessive worrying or fear, problems concentrating or learning, extreme mood changes, avoiding friends and social activities and many more. But remember, symptoms and signs can vary for everybody.
Just when I thought my mental health was on the rise, I got hit with a serious depressive episode about a month into my senior year. My best friend came into my room one night and expressed her concerns for me. We had a long discussion about what I needed to do to improve my mental health. I talked to my parents about attending therapy again and possibly even going back on my medication. Two days later, I asked my athletic trainer to help me set up an appointment with the sports psychologist on campus. I began to attend therapy once a week for five months, then twice a month until I graduated in May. The change in my mental health, and myself, was significant.
Asking for help is scary. Acknowledging that you are not okay is scary. Telling a loved one that you are not okay is scary. When I told my parents that I believed I needed to go to therapy, I was terrified that they would look at my differently. Thankfully, they supported me and continue to support me through my mental health journey. But I know this is not the case for everybody.
For more information on NAMI and to access mental health resources visit www.nami.org or www. health.state.mn.us/people/mentalhealth. The national suicide and crisis hotline number is 988. The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
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Denim and Diamonds: Dinner, games, music and dancing
appy Spring! The Centennial Area Education Foundation (CAEF) has been part of our community for almost 25 years. As a nonprofit, Centennial Area Education Foundation (CAEF) is composed of community volunteers focusing on raising funds for Educational Grants and Student Scholarships. Our mission is “Supporting Education to Build a Strong Community.” CAEF supports education-based community programs in Centennial School District for over 6,000 students in the communities of Blaine, Circle Pines, Centerville, Lexington and Lino Lakes. In the last year alone, CAEF awarded more than $44,000 through grants for our staff and community and scholarships for our students.
To continue providing opportunities for our students, staff and community, our CAEF team is planning a fantastic annual gala Denim and Diamonds on May 3rd, 2025, at Dellwood Barns. The CAEF gala, Denim and Diamonds,
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is our primary fundraiser of the year. It is a fun evening to celebrate our donors and raise funds for our student programs and the community. The event includes dinner, silent and live auctions, games, music and dancing. We would love to have you join us! For more information on tickets, to donate, volunteer or join our team, see our website: www.centennialareaeducationfoundation.org.
Fund the Need is part of our fundraising effort at the Gala. In the past we have supported many classroom enhancements through Fund the Need. Most recently, we have raised money to support the Manufacturing Program at Centennial High School. Through Fund the Need, CAEF and our supporters were able to help purchase equipment to make our manufacturing program top of the line. It is providing students with career paths and many skills and opportunities.
This year, Fund the Need will be focused on enhancing PreK-12 Music and Arts education in Centennial Schools. Inspiring Creativity, Enriching Education. By expanding access to essential resources, we will be ensuring that every student has opportunity to explore, create, and grow through the arts. With the support from our community, we will provide elementary music instruments to build a
strong foundation for young musicians. Bring Artists-in-Residence to lead engaging, hands-on art experiences for elementary students. Equip the band programs with the instruments needed for student participation. Upgrade secondary art tools and materials to foster advanced artistic expression.
An arts education nurtures creativity, confidence, and collaboration—essential skills that shape well-rounded, inspired students. CAEF is proud to join with Centennial Schools making the arts accessible for all and ensure every child, from PreK through High School, has opportunity to discover their creative potential.
Please join CAEF in our fundraising efforts to support our students, staff and community through grants, scholarships and educational experiences. Join us at our Annual Gala, May 3rd. If you are unable to attend the Gala, please consider a donation to Fund the Need, or bid on items from our Silent Auction with this link: https://caef.winningbidder.com/ event/4034 or access our website with QR code.
We appreciate the support from our Centennial Community. Together we can make a difference!
Suzy Guthmueller is co-president of the Centennial Area Education Foundation.
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SHOOTER TRAINING: Blue Ethos trainers say ‘soothe it before you solve it’
This can lead to what Moldenhauer calls a “grievance point.” In addition to trauma, this point also stems from various personal issues in an individual’s life, such as relationship problems and workplace bullying. Before long, they will form a “script” in their heads, mainly a plan to hurt as many people as possible.
One of the signs that someone may commit violence in a public setting is based on the 7-38-55 Rule. This refers to how 7% of all communication is verbal, with tone making up 38% and body language 55%. “When people get escalated, the first thing they’ll do is that their shoulders will come up,” said Moldenhauer. “Another big sign that someone’s up to no good is that they’ll start checking the area. People will advertise what they’re going to do just with their actions, so pay attention to that. Don’t listen too much to the words; watch their actions.”
Sometimes, the easiest way to prevent a person’s anger from escalating is to talk to them and give them a platform to vent their feelings. “A big part about this is weathering the storm,” said Moldenhauer. “We need to weather the storm of other people’s emotions. When we’re on accident scenes, we do
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a good job of soothing the scene first. We tend to the injured. We make sure everything’s going okay. We don’t try to solve the accident scene right away. But for some reason, mentally and socially, we try to solve people’s issues right away. They don’t want to hear that right there. Soothe it before you solve it.”
• About eight in 10 murders in the United States in 2023 — 17,927 out of 22,830, or 79% — involved a firearm.
• Firearms were the leading cause of death for children and teens (ages one to 17) in the United States in 2022.
• In 2022, the United States recorded the second-highest number of gunshot deaths ever, with 48,204 counted.
Sources: Pew Research Center, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
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ly killing ... If you can get out of your facility and there’s an active threat inside, your best chances of survival are always going to be to get out.”
Rather than sheltering in place, Webb recommends barricading the entrance if there are no exits available. However, those who do so must know which objects are easier for a bullet to pass through than others.
“When you’re walking around your spaces, start mentally rehearsing this: ‘What do I have in my space that I could actually get behind that’ll stop a bullet?’ ‘Do I have good cover?’ ‘What’s concealment?’ ‘What are my doors doing?’ ‘Do they open in and out?’ ‘Could I even barricade this door?’ ‘Maybe, maybe not.’”
However, when someone’s rage reaches a crisis point and they become a public threat, talking them down is no longer an option. Instead, the only choices may be to get out of the threat area or fight back. According to Webb, sheltering in place is one of the worst things anyone can do in an active shooter scenario, citing the Columbine school shooting as an example.
“During Columbine back in 1999, law enforcement got a perimeter around the school and called in a special weapons and tactics team,” said Webb. “That’s an hour to an hour and a half wait sometimes to get a team like that out to a school and get in there. All along, in this incident, Klebold and Harris are just walking around systematical-
while creating a water lily acrylic painting. The class will take place at Centennial High School on the east campus in room 111. Registration is required and can be done so at communityed.isd12. org/programs-offerings. Centennial High School is located at 4757 North Road, Circle Pines.
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Humble Roots Boutique will host a Mom’s Night
When face-to-face with an active shooter, the best choice is to find an improvised weapon you can fight back with. “Anything can be turned into an improvised weapon as long as you mentally prepare,” said Webb. “We have to put our minds there, or our bodies won’t follow. My brother is a high school teacher, and in his classroom, he keeps a hockey stick. The real reason that hockey stick is in his classroom? Pre-planned improvised weapon. God forbid someone’s going to come into his classroom and try to hurt his students. Because he’s put his mind there, his body will follow. We have to put our minds there and think about that because it builds those scripts in our brain.”
To learn more about Blue Ethos Specialized Training, visit www.blueethos.com.
Staff Writer Erik Suchy can be reached at 651-407-1229 or vadnaisheightsnews@ presspubs.com.
Out event from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, May 8. There will be light refreshments served at the event. Attendees will also be able to design their own truck hat and experience a personal styling session from 4:30-7 p.m. There will also be a prize wheel and sales throughout the store.
For more information, go to the Humble Roots Boutique Facebook page or call 651-977-6687. Humble Roots Boutique is located at 7095 Centerville Road, Centerville.
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Blue Ethos Specialized Training founders Drew Moldenhauer (left) and Rich Webb teach comprehensive training on how to watch for, and act, in an active shooter scenario at an HR Connections event hosted by the Vadnais Heights Economic Development Corporation.
The Lino Lakes Police Department reports the following selected incidents:
COPS&COURTS
• Officers responded April 15 to reports of a juvenile male throwing rocks at a building in the 7500 block of Fourth Avenue. Officers charged him with disorderly conduct and transported him to his residence.
• An officer received a call April 15 of a reckless driver at the intersection of Ash Street and Centerville Road. The officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.
• Officers responded April 15 to a delayed report of possible criminal sexual conduct in the 7500 block of Fourth Avenue. Officers investigated and determined there was no crime.
• Officers responded April 15 to a report of investment fraud involving Bitcoin in the 100 block of Red Clover Lane. The investigation is ongoing.
• An officer responded April 15 to assist staff with a disorderly student in the 7500 block of Fourth Avenue. The situation was mediated, and the student was charged with a disorderly conduct offense.
• An officer responded April 16 to a motor vehicle accident involving a deer that occurred in the 300 block of Main Street. There were no injuries reported, and the vehicle was driven from the scene.
• Officers responded April 16 to a parking complaint in the 6400 block of Ojibway Path. The officers investigated and did not observe any apparent problems.
• An officer responded April 16 to a neighborhood in the 2100 block of Koronis Circle under construction where a worker reported a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle was not in the area when the
officer arrived, and no crime is known to have been committed.
• Officers responded April 16 to shoplifting in progress at a retail store in the 700 block of Apollo Drive. The suspects left the area before officers arrived. The investigation is ongoing.
• Officers responded April 16 to a two-vehicle property damage accident that occurred at the intersection of Ash Street and Hardwood Street. There were no reported injuries, and both vehicles were towed from the scene.
• An officer responded April 17 to a noise complaint in the 200 block of Baldwin Circle. The officer investigated and did not hear any loud noise.
• An officer took a report April 17 regarding a lost driver’s license in the 6600 block of Chestnut Street. The officer documented the incident and provided the caller guidance on how to obtain a new driver’s license.
• Officers received a noise complaint April 18 of two vehicles playing loud music in a parking lot in the 700 block of Apollo Drive. Officers spoke with three adult males who were advised to leave for the night.
• An officer stopped a vehicle April 18 for a violation in the 2200 block of Main Street. The registered owner had a signand-release warrant. The registered owner was given a new court date and released from the scene.
• Officers responded April 18 to a report of suspicious activity involving juveniles in the 600 block of Oak Lane. The juveniles were spoken to about their actions and their parents were notified, after which they returned to their respective residences.
• An officer located a suspicious vehicle April 19 in the 2100 block of Phelps Road.
An adult male driver was issued a citation for driving after cancellation.
• Officers responded April 19 to a report of an illegal burn in the 1100 block of Main Street. The property owner was contacted and advised of the need to obtain a burn permit.
• Officers responded April 19 to an animal complaint regarding barking dogs in the 400 block of Arrowhead Drive. A dog owner was advised of city ordinances pertaining to barking dogs.
• An officer located a vehicle April 19 stalled in a turn lane blocking traffic at the intersection of Main Street and Lake Drive. The driver informed the officer that the vehicle was disabled, and a tow truck was requested.
• Officers responded April 20 to a report of a domestic abuse no-contact order violation in the 6900 block of Black Duck Drive. The officers arrived and took a statement from the victim and found the suspect was no longer in the area. The officers documented the incident and sent the case to the county attorney for charging.
• An officer received information April 20 about the location of a suspect with a warrant in the 1100 block of Durango Point. The information was passed on to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
• An officer responded April 20 to a report of suspicious activity involving an Amazon delivery driver opening a garage door in the 1500 block of Sherman Lake Road to deliver a package without authorization. The caller wanted the incident documented, but did not want further police assistance.
• An officer responded April 21 to an animal ordinance complaint in the 7800 block of Gotland Lane. The officer made contact with the resident and advised them of the complaint and city ordinance.
PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF
Lino Lakes teen dies in crash
According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, in Wisconsin, at around 10:40 a.m. Tuesday, April 15, 18-year-old Marley J.
COUNTY BRIEFS
• An officer observed April 21 a male acting erratically in the 7700 block of Main Street and then stopped him for driving conduct. The male was subsequently arrested for a controlled substance DWI and for possession of a controlled substance.
The Centennial Lakes Police Department reports the following selected incidents:
• Officers were dispatched April 16 for a suspicious vehicle and person in the 20 block of Center Road in Circle Pines. When officers arrived, they found no issues.
• Police conducted a traffic stop April 17 at the intersection of Lake Drive and Griggs Avenue in Lexington.
• Officers responded April 17 to a theft report in the 0 block of Golden Oak Drive in Circle Pines after a car was broken into and items were stolen.
• Officers were dispatched April 17 on reports of a hit-and-run that occurred at the intersection of 3800 Flowerfield Road in Lexington.
• Police took a theft report April 19 regarding a stolen bicycle in the 9300 block of Syndicate Avenue in Lexington.
• Police responded April 19 on a report of a disorderly group of males in the 4100 block of Lovell Road in Lexington.
• Police responded April 20 to the intersection of Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue in Lexington for a motor vehicle property damage accident.
• Police responded April 22 to a juvenile complaint in the 200 block of Heritage Lane in Circle Pines.
• Officers responded April 22 to a report of identity theft that occurred in the 2800 block of Minuteman Lane in Lexington.
Mickelsen, of Lino Lakes, died in a T-bone crash at the intersection of Highway 65 and 85th Avenue. Authorities say that Mickelsen was driving a car, failed to stop at a stop sign, and drove into the path of a southbound pickup truck on Highway 65. Mickelsen died at the scene, while two people in the truck were taken by ambulance to an area hospital with serious injuries.
May proclaimed Mental Health Awareness, Foster Care month
The Anoka County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed May as mental health awareness and foster care month in the county. For more than 76 years, the county has recognized May as mental health awareness month. At 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, the 16th annual 5K Walk for Mental Wellness will be held at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, 9750 Egret Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids. For more information on how to register, go to www. mwcac.org/events.
There are currently 186 child foster homes licensed or in the process of being licensed in Anoka County. Foster care homes are a cost-effective community resource for the care of abused and neglected people and those with special needs.
Friends of Anoka County Library puts on book sale
A book sale hosted by Friends of Anoka County Library will take place from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the Centennial branch of the Anoka County Library system, 100 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines.
Attendees will be able to purchase gently used books and media for all ages. Proceeds from the sale will be donated back to Anoka County Library to support collections and programs. Friends of the Anoka County Library raises funds for and increases awareness of Anoka County Library in its mission to connect community to ideas, information and inspiration.
For more information, visit www. anokacountymn.gov/2680/Friends-of-theLibrary.
‘ADDAMS FAMILY’: Seniors, cast and directors look forward to opening night
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“He’s a really fun and excited guy,” explained Pinsonnault, “It’s fun to play these kinds of ‘happy go lucky’ characters, and I’ve had a lot of fun playing around with the (Spanish) accent.”
Since the vocal range for Gomez is lower, Pinsonnault said he and the department’s music director have had to play around with making some of the notes higher in songs throughout the show.
“I’ve had to work on making my own rehearsal track, since no one else is changing it around the way we are. But it’s been fun to make it unique in that way,” he added.
Pinsonnault said he is excited to share the show with friends and family and uphold the department’s reputation.
Playing the Addams children, Wednesday and Pugsley, will be sophomore Lydia Carroll and junior Eden Cutts.
“(Wednesday’s) so different from me. It’s like a whole new experience,” Carroll said. “I love her character development from the beginning to the end, and I think that’s definitely my favorite part (about her).”
Carroll’s favorite song from the show is “The Moon and Me,” because it’s so cute.
“I hope that they (the audience) take away that despite people’s differences, that they can set them aside and become one,” she added.
Cutts said her favorite thing about playing Pugsley was being able to sing “What If.”
“It’s Pugsley’s solo,” Cutts explained. “It’s fun. It’s a good song.”
She added that the most challenging thing about playing her character is figuring out what to do in the down moments, where she is not speaking, and how to play someone’s little brother.
Her favorite song from the show is “Full Disclosure,” because everyone is on stage and it’s fast-moving and exciting.
“If little kids can learn to love theater, that would be great,” Cutts said about what she hopes the audience takes away from the show. “(And) just experiencing the show for itself and the exciting things it has to say.”
Senior Mae Ryan will play Uncle Fester, Gomez Addams’ brother.
“I’ve always wanted to play a character in love,” they
said. “Uncle Fester is in love with the moon. I think that is the sweetest, most adorable thing … It’s fun to be such a key part of the show.”
Ryan said that this is the biggest part they’ve ever played, and it is the most anxious they have ever been about a show.
“It is really challenging feeling so anxious about it, but the anxiety will be worth it,” they explained.
Their favorite scene from the show is Olivia Hartmann’s solo “Waiting,” or their own solo titled “The Moon and Me.”
Hartmann, a senior, will portray Alice Beineke.
“My favorite thing about playing Alice is getting to climb on the table during “Waiting” and go crazy during the song,” Harmann explained.
Hartmann said that her favorite song from the show is “Full Disclosure.”
“It looks really cool. You have all the ensemble, all the families, together, and chaos is happening. I think it’s fun. You get to catch new things each time.”
Since Hartmann is a senior, she said that she is looking forward to experiencing opening night one last time with the department.
“The student crew and actors have done an amazing job, and the look and performance of the show is something I’m really proud of them for,” said Webster.
“These students are crazy talented and amazing, and have put forth an amazing effort and hard work to create something that will hopefully make people say ‘Wow!’” added Rudquist.
The curtain rises at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1, at the Centennial High School Performing Arts Center. Other performance dates include 7 p.m. Friday, May 2; 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, May 3; and 1 p.m. Sunday, May 4.
From now on, the Centennial Theatre Department will host a food drive to support the Centennial Food Shelf at all shows held at the high school. The department will accept donations of shelf-stable, nonperishable items such as soups, canned fruits and vegetables and more.
For more information about the show, go to centennialtheatre.org.
Editor Madeline Dolby can be reached at 651-431-1226 or quadnews@presspubs.com.
IF YOU GO:
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, May 1; 7 p.m. Friday, May 2; 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 3; and 1 p.m. Sunday, May 4
Where: Centennial High School Performing Arts Center
Details: Centennial High School performs “The Addams Family.” For tickets, visit centennialtheatre.org/the-addams-family.
CENTENNIAL SCHOOL BOARD SNIPPETS
• Updates to the district’s long-term facilities maintenance (LTFM) plan have been approved by the board after Executive Director of Business Services Patrick Chaffey presented the recommended revisions. The updates reflect current projects, cost updates and realignment of future projections.
• The board has approved revisions to the general fund budget. According to Chaffey, the budget revisions are for the LTFM project timing and estimate updates. The current 2024-2025 budget includes approximately $109,371,081 in expenditures. The proposed revisions show an increase of $835,000, and a new budget total of $110,206,081.
• The district’s proportionate share of the LTFM budget for Northeast Metro 916 has been approved by the board. Chaffey said the total budget for the 202627 school year is $597,800. The district’s portion share of the budget is approxi-
mately $38,527 for pay-as-you-go projects.
• The board approved multiple donations to Centerville Elementary, Centennial Middle School and Centennial Early Childhood.
• Three revised policies have been adopted by the board. The policies deal with harassment and violence, staff development and the development and maintenance of an inventory of fixed assets. Revisions include updates to definitions and clarifications to language.
• The board will hold a closed session at 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 19, for the superintendent’s performance evaluation.
The next work session will be at 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 5, in the district office. The next regular school board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 19.
PHOTOS BY MELISSA CARLSON | CONTRIBUTED
The cast rehearses their scenes leading up to the show.
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Local McDonald’s owners contribute Shamrock Shake sales to Ronald McDonald House
McDonald’s owners and operators of 259 participating restaurants in Minnesota and other Midwest states will donate approximately $159,079 from sales of Shamrock Shakes to nine Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) locations in Minnesota and North Dakota.
Owners and operators raised the money during February and March, donating 25 cents from each shake sold to local RMHC chapters. From 2014-2024, more than $901,000 was raised for Ronald McDonald Houses in Minnesota.
The shamrock fundraising event has now eclipsed approximately $1 million in the past 11 years.
Waggle Apparel comes to Blaine this fall
Waggle Golf is constructing its new corporate headquarters and warehouse in Blaine. The space will include a 2,300-square-foot retail store, also known as Waggle Apparel. It is expected to open this fall.
New café opens in Blaine
The Storyteller Café is now open at 12064 Central Ave. N in Blaine. The nonprofit coffee shop uses its proceeds to help fight human trafficking. Its menu features breakfast items
and lunch sandwiches. There is also a dedicated play area for small children. The café is open from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Learn more about the café at www. storytellercafemn.org.
Waldoch Farm breaks ground on apple orchard
Waldoch Farm, located in Lino Lakes, has broken ground on a new apple orchard. In the upcoming weeks, approximately 1,600 apple trees will be planted. The orchard is scheduled to open in three to four years.
Waldoch Farm is located at 8174 Lake Drive. For more information, go to waldochfarm.com.
CITY BRIEFS
Lino Lakes begins watering restrictions May 15
Watering restrictions in the city of Lino Lakes will begin Thursday, May 15, and last through Sept. 15. Restrictions include no watering between 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. and follow the odd-even watering schedule. This means that addresses ending in an odd number can water on odd days while even-numbered addresses water on even days. For more information, go to linolakes.us.
Curbside leaf pickup in Circle Pines
Spring yard waste and leaf pickup has been scheduled for Saturday, May 3. This is a free service offered to Circle Pines residents. Residents who would like to participate should leave compostable bags at the curb by 6 a.m. Yard waste is identifiable as leaves, grass clippings, garden waste, weeds, soft-bodied green plant materials, pine cones and needles and acorns. Yard waste carts are not included in this event.
For more information, go to ci.circle-pines.mn.us.
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2. Dave Nelson spotted a wood carving of a turtle on the trail along Rice Lake in Lino Lakes during a Sunday walk. Dave Nelson, Contributed
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CONSTRUCTION BRIEFS
8 projects along County Road J head for construction
The Anoka County Board of Commissioners has approved a joint powers agreement with Ramsey County for eight road improvement projects along County Road J in the cities of Lino Lakes, North Oaks and White Bear Township.
The project includes interchange improvements at County Road J and I-35E, construction of roundabouts at the intersections of County Road J at Centerville Road, at 20th Avenue S. and at Otter Lake Road; enhanced pedestrian accommodations; and other associated improvements to address safety concerns and mobility issues for all modes of traffic.
Construction on these
projects is scheduled to begin this summer.
Lake
Drive closes for monthlong project
Lake Drive will be closed from Main Street to Diane Street in Lino Lakes for approximately four to five weeks. The intersection of Lake Drive with Main Street and
Diane Street will remain open, but the intersection of Lake Drive and 81st Street will be closed. Residents of the Pine Haven neighborhood will need to use the access off of Main Street to get in and out of the neighborhood during this time. There will be detour signs routing traffic to I-35 and I-35W during construction.
Congratulations to Ryan Haasken, for finding the right number of eggs in the Quad Community Press. Ryan won St. Paul Saints tickets.
Student actors (from left): Blaine Police Chief Brian Podany, Student Resource Officer Jackie Wagner, Mandy Gooder, Tatum Knox, Anjali Patel, Kathryn Woelfel, Sullivan “Sully” Moore, Jacob Hosfield and Dani Bevins, Centennial High School student assistance coordinator.
Centennial High School challenges teens to think critically about the effects of impaired and distracted driving through the “Arrive Alive” program. After receiving a mock “breaking news story” covering a fatal crash, juniors and seniors view the video footage of a mock crash involving pre-selected Centennial High School students. The video is staged and filmed near Wargo Nature Center in partnership with Anoka County Parks. Throughout the high school campus, student obituaries of those involved in the mock crash are displayed. The next day, students attend a mock funeral for the student actors who participated in the mock car crash.
MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY BRIEF
State seeks volunteers to protect lakes, streams
As spring arrives in Minnesota, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) needs help monitoring the more than 12,000 lakes and 92,000 miles of streams in the state. The MPCA is currently recruiting volunteers to measure water clarity in lakes and streams and then report back to the agency as a part of the Volunteer Water Monitoring Program.
The University of Minnesota launched the program in 1973 and transferred it to the MPCA in 1978. It has become the second-oldest still active volunteer water monitoring program in the nation, empowering
Minnesotans from all corners of the state to support the health of its beloved waters.
Volunteers conduct a simple water clarity test in a body of water twice a month from April to September. The MPCA provides all the equipment and training; no experience is needed. The MPCA uses the data to help determine whether lakes and streams are meeting water quality standards, which are designed to protect aquatic life and recreational activities. In some cases, the information gathered by volunteers is the only monitoring done on a particular lake or stream.
For more information, visit www. pca.state.mn.us/get-engaged/ volunteer-water-monitoring.
• Council approved revisions to the city’s anti-drug and alcohol policy. The policy prohibits the use, possession, and impairment of employees by alcohol or drugs at work, including during work hours and while on city property. According to City Administrator Patrick Antonen, these revisions comply with federal regulations. Revisions include updates to language and regulations regarding the collection site, the designated employee representative and medical review officer.
• Antonen also presented multiple environmental initiatives for council consideration. One initiative included applying for a MPCA Local Climate Action Plan Grant. The
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city was successful in applying for the grant and received $49,000. In the future, the city will need to establish a Climate Action Advisory Committee and hold a kick-off meeting with city consultants to create the plan. A second initiative included adding an electric vehicle, a Ford Lightning pickup, to the city’s fleet to be used by Public Works Superintendent Rich Lavell during work hours. Other initiatives included the city’s participation in the Green Steps and the Adopt-a-drain programs and the city’s organic recycling program.
• Council Member Steve McChesney announced that a new boat lift will go in Centerville Lake to be utilized by the Cen-
tennial Fire District. By keeping the boat in a lift, those stationed at the Centennial Fire Station 3 in Centerville will be able to respond faster to water emergency calls.
• According to Mayor Dave Bartholomay, the Anoka County Historical Society will host a Recording Our History workshop from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, at Circle Pines City Hall. At the workshop, attendees will learn how to formulate questions, interview and record stories about the town in celebration of its 75th anniversary.
The next City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 13.
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CENTENNIAL
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12
SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY
MARCH 3, 2025
(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; March 3, 2025.
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: ex-officio Holmberg, Knisely, Linser, Johnson, Murphy, Schwinn, Hansen. The following members were absent: None. 3. CMS Student Success Course Update Executive Director Grossklaus, Principal Stevens and Assistant Principals Krueger and Knoebel gave an update on the proposed Student Success Course for the 2025-2026 school year. The presentation is included in board packets. 4. Procurement Executive Director Chaffey shared information on the following items which will be brought to the board for approval at the March 17 board meeting: Municipal Waste/Recycling Hauling Request for Proposals, HS Stadium Sitework Improvements Bids, Access Point Licensing/Switches Request for Proposals 5. 2025-2026 Budget Adjustments Update Executive Directors Chaffey and Grossklaus presented an update on the proposed 2025-2026 Budget Adjustments. The presentation is included in board packets. 6. Operating Referendum Renewal Executive Director Chaffey presented information on Minnesota Statute 126C.17, Subd. 17 which gives school districts the authority to renew an existing, expiring Operating Referendum under the same per-pupil amounts and length of time by board approval before June 15 the year prior to expiration of the Operating Referendum. 7. Fiscal Year 2025-2028 Achievement & Integration Plan Executive Director Grossklaus presented the 3-year Achievement & Integration Plan for the Fiscal years 2025-2028 which will be brought to the board for approval at the March 17 Board meeting and then submitted to MDE. The presentation is included in board packets. 8. First Reading Revised Policy 524 Technology Acceptable Use and Safety This was a first reading of revised policy 524 Technology, Personal Electronic Communication Devices and Cell Phone Acceptable Use. This policy will be brought to the Board for a second reading and adoption at the March 17 board meeting. 9. Revised 2024-2025 Board Meeting Schedule Superintendent Holmberg shared a draft of the revised School Board Meeting Schedule requesting that the Special Meeting/Closed Session of June 2 be moved to June 16. The board will be asked to approve the revised meeting schedule at the March 17 board meeting. 10. Adjourn at 7:52 p.m. Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson
Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 29, 2025.
CENTENNIAL
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY MARCH 17, 2025
(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; March 17, 2025. 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, Hansen, Murphy, Johnson. The following members were absent: None. 4. Approval of the Agenda Motion to approve the agenda by Johnson, seconded by Murphy. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Public Comment None. 6. Consent Items 6.1. Approval of Minutes. 6.2. Approval of Monthly Disbursements. 6.3. Approval of Personnel Items. 6.4. Approval of Overnight Field Trip. 7. Curriculum 7.1. Fiscal Year 2026-2028 Achievement & Integration Plan – Motion to approve the 2026-2028
Achievement & Integration Plan by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-00. Motion carried unanimously. 8. Resource Management 8.1. Access Point Licensing/Switches Request for Proposals - Motion to award the purchase of access point licensing and switches from Heartland Business Solutions in the amount of $174,813 by Murphy, seconded by Hansen. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8.2. High School Stadium Sitework Improvements Bids - Motion to approve the High School Stadium Sitework Improvements Bids to the apparent low contractors by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8.3. Motion to approve the Municipal Waste & Recycling Hauling request for proposal to Waste Management by Schwinn, seconded by Hansen. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8.4. Approval of Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Position - Motion to approve the Director of Curriculum Instruct, and Assessment Position by Linser, seconded by Murphy. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8.5. Approval of Social Worker Positions - Motion to approve the Social Worker Positions by Murphy, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8.6. Adoption of Acknowledgement of Contributions ResolutionMotion to adopt the Acknowledgement of Contributions Resolution by Murphy, seconded by Linser. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Knisely, Linser, Schwinn, Murphy, Hansen, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 9. Supplemental Items 9.1. Second Reading/Adoption Revised Policy 524 Technology Acceptable Use and Safety - Motion to adopt revised Policy 524 Technology Acceptable Use and Safety by Schwinn, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 6-00. Motion carried unanimously. 9.2. Approval of Revised 2024-2025 Board Meeting Schedule - Motion to approve the revised 2024-2025 Board Meeting Schedule by Hanse, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 10. Communication 10.1. AMSD. 10.2. CAEF. 10.3. NE Metro 916. 10.4. SAFF. 10.5. District Committee Reports. 11. Superintendent Report 12. Informational Items 12.1. Dates to Note. 13. Adjourn Motion to adjourn by Schwinn, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. Adjourn at 7:27 p.m.
Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk
Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson
Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 29, 2025. CITY OF LEXINGTON ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF A PORTION OF GERALD AVENUE AND AN EASEMENT OVER THE REAR 5 FEET OF LOTS 14 AND 15, BLOCK 3, LEXINGTON CENTER PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTE §412.851
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a hearing will be held before the City Council of Lexington on the 15th day of May, 2025, in the City Hall located at 9180 Lexington Avenue, Lexington, MN 55014-3531 at 7:00 pm to consider a proposed vacation of a portion of Gerald Avenue and an easement over the rear 5 feet of lots 14 and 15, block 3, Lexington center legally described as: That portion of Gerald Avenue as dedicated on the plat of LEXINGTON CENTER and described as being South and East of Outlot C, LEXINGTON CENTER 2ND ADDITION, lying between the Westerly extension of the Northerly line of Lot 15, Block 3, LEXINGTON CENTER, and the Westerly extension of the Southerly line of Lot 13, Block 3, LEXINGTON CENTER, Anoka County, Minnesota AND All easements, or purported easements, situated over, under and across the rear 5 feet of Lots 14 and 15, Block 3, LEXINGTON CENTER, according to the plat thereof, Anoka County, Minnesota, as contained in Anoka County Recorder Document Nos. 300431, 347722 and 1978344.001, or in any prior instruments.
Dated this 23rd day of April 2025.
SIGNED BY: Bill Petracek, City Administrator
Published two times in the Quad Community Press on April 29 and May 6, 2025.
CITY OF LINO LAKES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Board of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, to consider the following:
• Wilkinson Waters
- Property Address: 1556 Ash Street
- PID #34-31-22-43-0006, #34-31-22-44-0001, #34-31-22-44-0008, #3531-22-33-0002
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Land Use Plan to re-guide parcel from High Density Residential to Signature Gateway
- Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment (Rezoning) from R, Rural to PUD, Planned Unit Development
- PUD Preliminary Plan/Preliminary Plat for master planned residential and commercial development
For further information regarding the above items, please contact City Planner, Katie Larsen, at 651-982-2426.
Anyone wishing to be heard regarding these items will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400.
Roberta Colotti, CMC, City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 29, 2025.
CITY OF LINO LAKES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Board of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, to consider the following:
• Java Lino Lakes 2nd Addition - PID #08-31-22-42-0024, 08-31-22-42-0023, 08-31-22-43-0001, 08-3122-43-0002, 08-31-22-43-0004, 08-31-22-43-0006
- Preliminary Plat for three (3) lot commercial subdivision
For further information regarding the above items, please contact City Planner, Katie Larsen, at 651-982-2426.
Anyone wishing to be heard regarding these items will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400.
Roberta Colotti, CMC, City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 29, 2025. CITY OF LINO LAKES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Board of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, to consider the following: • Clearwater Commons - PID #24-31-22-21-0003
- Preliminary Plat for three (3) lot commercial development
For further information regarding the above items, please contact City Planner, Katie Larsen, at 651-982-2426.
Anyone wishing to be heard regarding these items will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400.
Roberta Colotti, CMC, City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 29, 2025.
Cougar lacrosse team is undefeated and ‘locked in’
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
The Centennial boys lacrosse team has started the season 3-0. In their lone outing last week, the Cougars defeated Spring Lake Park 19-6 at home Wednesday evening. Their first two wins were each by one goal.
Soloman Marshall netted five goals on eight shots and made two assists. Gavin Cunningham had three goals and an assist, and Gavin Krage two goals and an assist. Macin Hehir scored his first two varsity goals, and Rocco Scarella and Nolan Larson each got their first. Alex Koehn logged his first varsity win as a goaltender.
Coach Konnor Kapitan calls it “a good start,” but added, “I can say with confidence, we are nowhere near at 100 percent yet. These guys are locked in, every day at practice. They have something to prove this season.”
The Cougars show balanced scoring as Isaak Adams and Krage have seven goals each, Cunningham and Marshall six each and David Moran five. Ground ball leaders are Moran with 13, Kellen Searles 12 and Marshall and Cunningham 10 each.
SPORTS BRIEFS
SOFTBALL
Centennial prevailed 5-4 over Champlin Park at home on Tuesday, hanging on after giving up three runs in the seventh. That was their only game last week as another was postponed. Riley O’Connell pitched the distance (seven hits, four walks, four strikeouts). Lily Renslow singled home two runs and Peyton Corbin had an RBI triple. Centennial is 6-2 and Champlin Park 5-2.
GIRLS GOLF
Centennial placed ninth out of 14 teams in the Northwest Suburban Conference mid-season meet at Baker National, with a 211 score. The top three
“Our offense is clicking on a new level every single day and our defense is elite,” Kapitan assessed. “Our staff is
teams were Maple Grove 149, Elk River 163 and Spring Lake Park 186. For the Cougars, Taylor Thor shot 42 for ninth place, Marley Lutz 55, Charlye Weyman 56 and Gabby Steele 58. Maple Grove’s Annika Hendrickson medaled with a two-under 34.
BOYS GOLF
Centennial placed eighth of 13 teams in a Northwest Suburban Conference meet at Rush Creek with a 315 score. The top three teams were Spring Lake Park 290, Maple Grove 298 and Totino-Grace 304. For the Cougars, Cooper Daikawa shot 77, Joey Perzichilli 79, Brady Zins 79 and Colton Lange 80. Maple
Grove’s Zachary Johnson was medalist with 79, three under par.
TENNIS
Centennial (0-7) lost to Totino-Grace 4-3 and Anoka 7-0 last week. Winning against T-G were Andrew Abraham and Justin Driver at 2 and 3 singles, and Caleb Nelson/Josh Taylor at 3-doubles.
BASEBALL
Centennial is 2-5 after last week’s action, a 6-1 loss to Champlin Park on Tuesday and an 8-4 win over Chanhassen 8-4 on Friday.
Bruce Strand
This Week In Cougar SPORTS
GIRLS GOLF
11 a.m. Wednesday, April 29—vs multiple schools at Oak Glen Golf Course
2 p.m. Thursday, May 1—vs. Anoka at Links at Northfork Golf Course
SOFTBALL
4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1—at Totino-Grace High School
5 p.m. Friday, May 2—at Brainerd High School
2 p.m. Saturday, May 3—vs. Mounds View
BOYS TENNIS
4 p.m. Thursday, May 1—at Spring Lake Park
9 a.m. Saturday, May 3—vs. multiple schools at Chisago Lakes Middle School
4 p.m. Monday, May 5—at Mahtomedi High School
TRACK AND FIELD
3:30 p.m. Friday, May 2—at Spring Lake Park
BASEBALL
4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 1—at Totino-Grace High School
4:30 p.m. Monday, May 5—at Andover High School
GIRLS LACROSSE
6 p.m. Thursday, May 1—vs. Simley
6 p.m. Monday, May 5—vs. Andover
BOYS VOLLYEBALL
6 p.m. Wednesday, April 29—at Coon Rapids
6:30 p.m. Monday, May 5—at White Bear Lake Area High School
BOYS GOLF
11 a.m. Wednesday, April 29—vs. multiple schools at Brainerd-Legacy Gold Course
BOYS LACROSSE
6 p.m. Friday, May 2—vs. Farmington
very proud of the start but is ready to face some better competition over the next two weeks.”
Klein 2nd, Nelson 5th in Elite Meet races
Two Centennial star runners were among the leaders in the Hamline Elite Meet on Friday evening.
Cougar junior Lauren Klein placed second in the 800 meters in a personal best 2:12.18. She was neck-and-neck with Lauren Lansing of Farmington, who finished 2:12.12.
Cougar senior Kylie Nelson placed fifth in the 1600 with 4:59.18, her first time under five minutes. The winner was Wayzata’s Maddie Gullickson in 4:46.58.
Both girls lowered their school records. The Hamline Elite Meet is an annual invitational for leading athletes in the state.
ATHLETE OF
Kendall Cochran, a Cougar sophomore shortstop, has clubbed four home runs in eight games, along with a triple and double. She’s 7-for-20 at the plate (.350) with six extrabase hits and one single. Cochran has 11 runs-batted-in (RBI), 10 runs, four walks and is 5-for-5 stealing bases. “One of the best 10th-graders in the state,” assessed Coach Rick Thomas. As a freshman, Cochran hit .300 with five homers and 19 RBI’s.
The Cougars were 10-9 last year, which was their sixth straight winning season.
PHOTOS BY JON NAMYST CONTRIBUTED
Isaak Adams scans the field while a Panther defender tries to knock the ball away.
Logan Hjelmberg carried the ball with Dave Moran trailing him during a 19-6 win over Spring Lake Park.
Bruce Strand CONTRIBUTED
A photo of Lauren Klein (left) and Kylie Nelson (right) at Hamline.
