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Vadnais Heights celebrates Manufacturing Month
Mahtomedi School District sets 2027 levy
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VADNAIS HEIGHTS — The city of Vadnais Heights recently declared October as Minnesota Manufacturing Month. The city recognized the robust manufacturing industry present in the community, as well as the contribution of manufacturing businesses to the “high standard of living and economic vitality” within the city, according to the proclamation. On a state level, manufacturing contributed $61 billion to the
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It’s the time of year that everyone does it. Local government entities such as cities, counties, watershed districts and school districts set their budgets and levies for the upcoming year. The Mahtomedi School District is no exception. Following a presentation from Finance Director Tim Erickson, the Mahtomedi School Board unanimously approved the proposed preliminary levy for taxes payable 2027. The preliminary levy certification total for adoption for pay 2027 has been set at $20,820,550. This amount is an increase of $407,429, or 2%, over the final pay 2026 levy. In setting the levy, Mahtomedi has set up its funding for the 2027-28 school year. The district has until December to finalize the levy, during which time the proposed levy may be decreased, but cannot be increased. The preliminary nature of this levy that is set in September because the figures needed to set the hard budget are not yet available from the Minnesota Department of Education. Finance departments of local government entities must therefore estimate what those final figures might be and plan for them to be high enough to balance the budget. An example of figures that are not yet known but need to be known to set the final budget are enrollment figures. “The 2% increase is an estimate,” said Superintendent Barb Duffrin. “We don’t want to commit to (the preliminary budget we have now), because the state numbers are unknown.” “I’m hoping it’s an accurate estimate — it likely is,” Erickson said. Some more numbers to compare with last year’s budget include the general fund balance, which has decreased from 2026. The final pay 2026 general fund balance was $13.8 million, while the 2027 general fund balance is expected to be $13.5 million, a decrease of $326,168. The Community Services budget for 2026 was $144,768 and will increase by $48,956 to $193,723. Debt service will increase $684,641 from $6.4 million in 2026 to $7.1 million in 2027. The total increase for 2027 is $407,429, a 2% increase over the previous year. “It’s a pretty low increase,” Erickson said. The preliminary budget is due by Sept. 30. The district must submit the final budget and levy in December, after holding the tax hearing on Dec. 14 during the regular December School Board meeting. The truth in taxation hearing, which is required by law, is an opportunity for the public to comment and ask questions about the 2027 budget.
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state economy in 2025, 11.5% of the state’s gross domestic product. The state has projected more than 92,300 manufacturing job openings through 2034; roughly 24,000 are needed in Ramsey County alone. In Vadnais Heights, manufacturing provides an estimated 2,100 jobs — 24% of all jobs within the city — across 43 businesses. It is the city’s largestemploying industry sector. MME Group is just one of the many manufacturing businesses based in Vadnais Heights. MME Group Account Manager Rick
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White Bear Country Inn/Rudy’s Redeye Grill recently received the St. Paul Winter Carnival 2026 Sal & Francesca (Corky) LoBaido Volunteer Service Award. The award is presented to individuals and businesses who have shown a longterm commitment and dedication to the Saint Paul Winter Carnival. The Star of Boreas Foundation, in partnership with the Saint Paul Festival and Heritage Foundation, has been recognizing individuals and businesses/ organizations with the LoBaido awards since 1987. White Bear Country Inn & Rudy’s Red Eye Grill, under the leadership of owner Bill Foussard, Boreas Rex LXXII, has supported the Saint Paul Winter Carnival and its traditions for generations. The business has hosted Wind Organization events, sponsored Carnival characters and welcomed new Royal Families during the 10-day celebration. Its commitment extends throughout the White Bear Lake community through efforts including Thanksgiving Meals on Wheels, Dinner with Santa, family New Year’s Eve celebrations and support of the Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation.
White Bear Lake acupuncturist launches nonprofit clinic
After more than a decade as a licensed acupuncturist, Jamie Schafer is taking a new direction with the launch of True North Acupuncture, a nonprofit clinic in White Bear Lake focused on women’s health, pregnancy, postpartum care and pain management. Schafer, who has practiced acupuncture since 2012, began her career in Hawaii before returning to Minnesota. She spent nearly eight years at Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis, where she worked with patients as part of the hospital’s longtime acupuncture program. The decision to open her own clinic came unexpectedly after Hennepin’s acupuncture department was eliminated amid the health system’s financial difficulties. True North Acupuncture, located
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Wild Tree Wellness marks 10 years of mental health care in White Bear Lake
What began as a small mental health counseling office above Keys Cafe on Fourth Street has grown into a multidisciplinary wellness practice serving adults, teens, children, couples and families throughout the White Bear Lake area. Wild Tree Wellness, founded by local resident Lauren Robbins, is marking 10 years in White Bear Lake. Robbins opened the location in 2016 after recognizing a need for mental health services closer to home. “As a mother and a small business
La Petite Bounjour Crepes hosts grand opening
La Petite Bonjour Crepes, located at 1650 County Road E, Vadnais Heights, will host a grand opening at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. The first 50 people will receive a gift or a complimentary topping on their Crepe of choice. A Petite Bonjour Crepes specializes in traditional and authentic pastries, offering ultra-thin, delicate pancakes crafted with either gluten-free buckwheat or conventional flour. The menu features both sweet and savory options designed to cater to diverse preferences. Additionally, the business also plans to offer a selection of hot and cold coffee beverages, as well as Boba drinks, to complement their offerings.
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at 4657 White Bear Parkway, offers treatments for a range of concerns and plans to provide community classes and workshops focused on acupuncture and women’s health. The clinic also offers sliding-scale options for underserved patients and those without insurance coverage. Schafer said she hopes to make acupuncture more accessible to complement conventional medical care, particularly for people seeking additional options for pain management. For more information, visit www.truenorthacumn.com/.
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When: 6-7:30 p.m. Oct 24 Where: West Park, Memorial Beach, 4958 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Torch-lit 5K and fun run along the lake, decorations, spooky photo booth and kidfriendly trick or treating. Costumes encouraged. Registration information online. Contact: mmraces.com/scare-in-white-bear
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When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 Where: St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1965 East County Road E., White Bear Lake Details: Freechildcare for children ages 2-9, with fun activities and a meal. Registration required. Contact: 651-777-1107 or office@ststephen.org
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When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake Details: All new show “Celebrating Crooners & Divas” featuring “Rat Pack” and “big band” favorites. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org/2627-concert-series
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When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 and the third Saturday of the month Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Road F Details: Distribution of food to any family in need and considered low income. May register day of event. Contact: 651-492-8233 or cityvadnaisheights.com/ foodshelf
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When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake Details: Hit-filled musical journey through the unforgettable sounds that defined a generation, celebrating the golden era of AM radio and the smooth sounds of yacht rock. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org/2627-concert-series
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Tricks and Treats with the Mighty Organ At 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26 resident organist Bill Chouinard will present the 22nd annual "Tricks and Treats with the Mighty Organ" all-ages concert in the Sanctuary of St. Andrew's Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi on Minnesota's largest pipe organ. The one-hour performance, with added special lighting and video effects, is designed with young listeners in mind, and children are invited to come in a nonviolent costume and join in a musical parade inside the room. The program will also include the famous Toccata and Fugue in D Minor by Bach. There will be pizza supper for a small fee from 5 to 6 p.m. in the adjoining Fellowship Hall. An offering will be received with a special "trick" and refreshments and treats for kids of all ages will be served afterward. St. Andrew's Lutheran Church is located at 900 Stillwater Road in Mahtomedi. More information is available at www.saintandrews. org or by calling 651-426-3261.
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With elections coming up quickly I’m delighted that our papers have created a comprehensive, informative Voters’ Guide, available in print and online. As you go to the polls, we believe these guides will give you some basic knowledge of the candidates to help you make your decision about who to vote for. With early voting taking place, we wanted to once again make sure we published the candidate profiles early. We will run an additional condensed version of the Votes’ Guide next week. It’s always been frustrating for me to walk into the voting booth and be taken off guard with what’s on the ballot. This year there’s a Minnesota constitutional amendment. This one’s tricky because some would say it’s changing the historical intentions of the Permanent School Fund. It is seeking more funding now and could hurt future interest the schools rely on. It’s sad once again to see the rage and anger that comes from political season. If you're concerned or unhappy with something, now is the time to get involved and volunteer. Please do your part and get out and vote. It’s easy and vital. It matters because you’re helping set the tone of the future. Remember that voting is a right that many people in this world don’t have. Whether you agree with the direction our city, state or nation is headed, we need to be grateful for the opportunity to chart our course through the process of voting. Please mark your calendar for Nov. 3 to get out and vote. Below is a QR code that will link you to the local paper’s Voters’ Guide.
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utumn reminds us that change is inevitable. Seasonal jobs shift, daylight decreases as darkness encroaches, and we begin exchanging sandals for boots. Change may be exciting and desirable for some, while challenging, and even frightening, for others. No matter what, we can recognize choices for how to deal with change. Sometimes anticipatory anxiety strikes as we approach Piece of new challenges or unfamiliar Mind activities. Although Cathy Skrip avoidance might be tempting at the moment, avoiding what frightens us is guaranteed to increase our fear. Wiser choices might include seeking support or beginning with small steps. Engaging in unfamiliar activities actually activates neuroplasticity, enabling our brains to build new neural connections. This is a good thing, even if it causes momentary trepidation. Change might also foster our creativity or encourage us to organize in novel ways. Embracing, rather than avoiding change, will help us build confidence which, in turn, may enhance our sense of self. At other times, we might be
resistant to change and prefer to stay in our familiar ruts or habits. Routine is comfortable but doesn’t spark curiosity or require unconventional thinking, whereas change forces our brains to flex and think in imaginative and innovative ways. Thus, coping with change may ultimately improve our cognition, memory, and capacity to concentrate and focus. In reality, change is one of the few phenomena we can actually count on in life, so being changeresistant will only lock us into a constant battle. Maybe we have a new teacher or boss, who is totally different from our former, familiar one. This might feel like forced change, and so it is tempting to dig in our heels and protest. While it isn’t mandatory to like our new situation better than the old, being able to adjust and work with the change will help us build coping skills and flexibility. That capacity may then come in handy when life throws us the next curveball. The more often we encounter and deal with change, the less anxious we might feel when the next unanticipated situation confronts us. Unsolicited change might also be regarded as an opportunity to explore. We may discover strengths or skills we didn’t even realize we possessed. We might end up enjoying or even excelling in something we had never dreamt of trying. Maybe we discover that something we
feared is actually very accessible and within our range of competence. The possibilities are endless! Experiencing something new may bring unexpected rewards, like feelings of joy or awe, and recent research has emphasized the importance of these feelings. Dealing with change may actually release neurochemicals, such as dopamine, causing increases in our happiness and less likelihood of depression. Conversely, procrastinating, worrying, anticipating failure, and trying to dodge change may release less desirable stress hormones, such as cortisol. Over time, chronic stress can disrupt our nervous systems, sleep patterns, immune function, and metabolic health. So, if change is inevitable, let’s find ways to embrace it. Think of it as practice. The more free throws we attempt, the more points we potentially score. The more miles we drive, the more confident we may feel behind the wheel. At a less tangible level, the more changes we master, the more competent we may feel moving into the next unknown. And then, no matter what life dishes out, we will be ready and better equipped to thrive. Cathy Skrip is a mostly retired, master’s prepared licensed psychologist and current yoga instructor.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Thanks for publishing events I want to thank the White Bear Press for again this year publishing notice each week in the What's Happening section of the paper about Birchwood's Music in the Park concert series. It is a nice service the Press provides to let its readers know that a free concert is being held at a local park. You really helped get the word out that local artists will be performing in our community. Thank you.
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Wears Bear pride on sleeve When it comes to White Bear Lake Area Schools, I wear my Bear Pride on my sleeve. My family’s history in the White Bear Lake community goes back generations. My parents were part of the White Bear Lake Area Schools graduating class of 1942, and our family has been a part of this great community since then. I am alumnus of the Class of 1966. I chose to live and raise my family in White Bear Lake, in part, because of the quality of our public schools. Growing up, my parents modeled the importance of being involved in our community. It is their example of having pride in this community that has driven my siblings and me, and our children and grandchildren, to raise our families here, and be part of White Bear Lake Area Schools. As a parent, and now grandparent, of children in our public schools, I know first-hand the outstanding opportunities for students to discover their talents, explore their interests, develop friendships, and learn what it means to think globally. Our children received an excellent education, were prepared for college, and are successful in their careers. Now, I see our grandchildren being challenged by rigorous course work and participating in athletics and other activities offered in White Bear Lake Area Schools. As a community volunteer, I see firsthand the commitment of our teachers and staff in offering students enriching academic opportunities and learning through real life experiences. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of volunteering in the classrooms at the elementary level, and with secondary level students as they explore career and post-secondary educational opportunities. I wish to thank White Bear Lake Area Schools for nurturing the next generation of critical thinkers, while modeling the importance of working together to make a difference in the lives of others.
We have much to be proud of in our community. It is a great place to live and raise our families. As the new academic year begins, I am reminded that White Bear Lake Area Schools cares about, and for, our community, too. Go Bears! Patty Hall White Bear Lake
Look at Report Card I just finished reading the report in the Oct. 3 White Bear Press written by White Bear Lake Area School District about the results of the Minnesota Department of Education 2026 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) test results. It seems to me that over the years the MCA results were always presented as comparing the district scores to the MCA standards, but in this case the report simply talks about collective scores compared to the state average. So, I looked on the web at the Department of Education's MN Report Card and learned that for 2026 WBL high school reported 43.5% of its students met the math standard, 50.2% met the new reading standard, and 32.5% met the science standard. I have always had a great interest in the importance of education and although I don't live in the district, I was eager to read the report of progress. It is wonderful that the district is beating the state averages, but I am still wondering how 97.32 % of White Bear Lake's students are graduating with these levels of students not meeting basic standards. I realize the district is obligated to meet the needs of all students regardless of their individual differences and stages of readiness, and it is noteworthy that the district is improving relative to state averages, but I still think it is important to report progress on the basis of comparison to state standards. I am also wondering if teachers are given enough time and emphasis to teach the core subjects. Alan Fletcher Mahtomedi
Violating federal, state laws? White Bear Lake Area Schools was reportedly among 16 Minnesota school districts that received a notice from a law firm challenging the legality of the district’s athletics policy under state and federal law - the district permits biological boys to participate in girl sports under its gender policy. The notice reflects the law firm’s position; it is not, by itself, a court ruling that the district has violated the law (www.
umlc.org/16-minnesota-school-districtsface-federal-civil-rights-complaintover-sexual-identity-policies/). State and federal authorities may interpret the governing requirements differently, including in guidance issued by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to the Minnesota State High School League. Because that guidance was directed to the league rather than the district, the School Board should explain what legal authority it relies on, whether the guidance applies to the district, and how the district assesses any conflict among applicable laws, regulations, and league rules. The Board should also disclose, to the extent permitted, whether the policy creates a material risk of litigation, what defense and insurance costs taxpayers could bear, and whether comparable districts follow different policies that reduce that exposure. These questions deserve a clear response during a public meeting so residents can understand the district’s legal rationale, potential costs, and risk-management plan. Where does the Board stand on boys in girls’ sports? Have the courage to take a stand. Troy Shoemaker White Bear Lake
Call out the wrongdoing I’m wondering where are the people who used to cast their vote in line with their values? Not just Democrats or Republicans, but all human beings. The ones that stand for morals, human rights, fairness, anti bullying, followers of Jesus’s teachings to care for the sick, poor and immigrants. I’ve been baffled by ANYONE who can be ok with, look the other way, cheer him on, or excuse the actions, behaviors and words of the person in the now half-destroyed White House. How is ANYONE ok with him ignoring OUR Constitution; telling Iran to bomb OUR American cities; invading other countries without Congress' approval; bullying OUR allies, especially our neighbor Canada; buddying up with world dictators; increasing tariffs which affect us; destroying monuments meant for other presidents; sickening name calling to journalists, actors, and anyone he doesn’t like; making fun of the disabled; filing bankruptcy; not paying his workers; in the Epstein files thousands of times; spending billions of OUR money on golf trips; remodeling illegal plane gifts; worst of all sending masked and armed ICE in our cities to terrify, murder and kidnap human beings who are trying to make a good life for themselves and now in horrible concentration camps; dividing our country by denigrating
and lying about political parties that don’t worship him; instigating and setting free insurrectionists who killed/injured police and desecrated OUR Capitol building; spending OUR money on TV propaganda lies… and the list is endless. This is NOT making America great. This is one corrupt man who has Congress afraid of not supporting him. Why aren’t people seeing these atrocities? Many do, but there shouldn’t be anyone accepting this! Our elected officials should stand up against this regime in Washington and this dangerous felon. Our leaders should be calling out “the emperor is not wearing any clothes!” and making sure OUR constitution is followed and supports what Officer Watson said, “Convict, impeach, imprison!” Laurel Avery White Bear Lake
Residents deserve the complete picture The response to my letter on Sept. 30 leaves out important facts. Claiming that the Natural Resources Specialist “secured over $4 million” requires a complete accounting. Which grants were awarded? Who else worked on them? What matching funds, staff time and future maintenance costs are required? Grants reduce initial expenses, but they do not make projects free or prove that every project is necessary and affordable. The Greenhaven statement is also incomplete. The trail apparently did not increase the fixed $6,500 street assessment, but that does not mean it had no effect on the project. Greenhaven was already scheduled for street improvements in the Capital Improvement Plan adopted in December 2022—before the new trail plan existed. That plan identified $2.8 million in State Aid for the future street project. The trail was added later as part of a broader redesign that narrowed the street from 36 feet to 26 feet, relocated curb, removed regular on-street parking, added stormwater improvements and created future trail maintenance and snowplowing costs. The estimated cost ultimately reached approximately $5.73 million for Greenhaven Drive and $6.76 million for the entire neighborhood project. City records show that the combined project is funded through State Aid, assessments, franchise fees and water, sewer and stormwater utility funds— SEE LETTERS, PAGE 7
White Bear Lake Area Church Directory Christ the Servant Lutheran Church
All Are Welcome!
3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 www.cslcvh.org / 651-429-6595
Church of the Good Shepherd
church or check church web sites for service times and online service information.
863649
865255
Church: 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake Parish Life Center/School: 4690 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake
LUTHERAN CHURCH
Join our Community! Saturday 4:00pm Sunday 9:00am Sunday soCOOL ~ for ALL ages Education Hour Sunday 10:15am
2480 South Shore Blvd | WBL | sstwbl.org
Christ the King Lutheran Church 1660 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake (Just off Hwy 96 & Otter Lake Road)
9 am worship in person & online at www.ctkwbl.org.
office@ctkwbl.org | 651-429-4828
831310
Service times are subject to change. Contact your local
Masses: Saturday - 5:00 PM Livestream Sunday - 9:00 & 11:00 AM
1851 Birch St | WBL 55110 | wblumc.org
Sout h Shor e Tr inity
651-429-7771 Opt 1 www.stmarys-wbl.org
Address: 1660 Birch Lake Rd. (Meeting at Christ the King Lutheran Church.) Service time: 11:00 am Sunday
9am Traditions | 10am online | 10:45am New Crossings 831312
836604
All Are Welcome!
Sunday 9:00 AM worship in person/on-line Adult Bible Study 8:00 AM
rlcstpaul
859436
2425 White Bear Avenue • Maplewood • 651-777-5200
866343
wbuuc.org
Worship: Sunday, 9am & 10:30am Wednesday, 6:30pm Daily prayer meetings and Spiritual Growth classes throughout the week. Call the church office for more information.
864690
Sunday Services | 9 & 11am In-Person & Online
redeeminglovechurch.com
785863 764532 867328
5th and Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake • 651-429-3381 • www.fpcwbl.org 5th and Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake • 651-429-3381• www.fpcwbl.org
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Children 5 years to 5th grade may participate in Children’s Church during worship.
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WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following selected incidents: • An attempted phone scam occurred in the 1800 block of Second Street Sept. 30. • Harassment was reported Sept. 30 in the 2300 block of 10th Street and the 3900 block of Hoffman Road. • Officers mediated a civil dispute in the 1900 block of Eugene Street Sept. 30. • Disorderly conduct was reported Sept. 30 in the 3500 block of Century Avenue and the 2700 block
of County Road E. • Disorderly conduct was reported Oct. 1 in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue and the 2000 block of County Road E. • An e-bike versus e-scooter crash occurred at Eighth Street east of Highway 61 Oct. 1. Minor injuries were reported. • Officers investigated fraud in the 3100 block of Glen Oaks Avenue Oct. 1. • A cell phone was stolen in the 4400 block of Park Court Oct. 1. • Officers responded to an argument in the 3500 block
of Century Avenue Oct. 2. • Disorderly conduct was reported in the 4900 block of Highway 61 Oct. 2. • Officers responded to a noise complaint in the 2100 block of Seventh Street Oct. 2. • A barking dog was reported in the 2200 block of Lilac Lane Oct. 2. • Disorderly conduct was reported in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road Oct. 2. • A motorcycle was stolen on Dorothy Avenue Oct. 2. • Loud music was reported in the 4800 block of Woodcrest Road Oct. 3.
WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected calls for service in Birchwood Village, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:
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• Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies agreed to provide extra patrol in the 10000 block of 118th Street N. after residents complained of juveniles on illegal dirt bikes on Sept. 8. • In the Case of the Traversing Toddler Turtle, deputies on patrol Sept. 9 near 75th Street N. and Jocelyn Road N. observed a baby turtle trying to cross traffic. Deputies activated their lights and carried the little turtle to safety. • In the case of the plank in the road, deputies on patrol on 75th Street S. and Inwood Avenue S. on Sept. 9 observed a plank in the middle of the roadway. For everyone’s safety, deputies activated their lights and carried the plank safely to the other side of the road. • Deputies dispatched to a car vs deer accident Sept. 9 on 119th Street N. and Keystone Avenue N. heard about the damaged side mirror from the motorist. The caller received a case number for insurance purposes. Later, when deputies drove through the area, they couldn’t find the deer. • Later, on Sept. 9, deputies responded to Manning Avenue N. and 75th Street N. about a deceased animal in the turn lane and removed it. It is unclear whether the animal was the deer that damaged the previous complainant’s mirror. • Continuing with Animals in the Road Week, deputies
were dispatched out for an animal complaint at 10:55 p.m. Sept. 9 in the 9000 block of 68th Court N. On arrival, deputies said they “safely returned the animal to its room.” • Not stopping caught up to a motorist who didn’t stop at a stop sign Sept. 10 but had to make an unplanned stop in the 8000 block of 60th Street N. to receive a citation for not stopping earlier. • Deputies received a dispatch Sept. 11 from the 9000 block of 68th Court N. about a cat that wouldn’t get into its crate to be taken to the vet. Deputies took the call as information only and did not go to the scene of the Recalcitrant Cat. • An employee of the school bus company contracted out to Mahtomedi schools on Sept. 11 reported two of its buses running into each other in the 8000 block of 75th Street N., after one of the drivers forgot to set the air brakes and the bus rolled. No injuries were reported. • A suspicious random truck parked in the complainant’s field in the 10000 block of 83rd Street N. on Sept. 11 turned out to belong to the farmer who had leased that field for farming purposes. • A son on Sept. 12 reported that his mom in the 8000 block of Jamaca Avenue N. had received notice that a free car and $7.5 million would be delivered to her address. No transfer of money, either from the mom to the caller or $7.5 million, plus one free vehicle, was made to the mom.
Mahtomedi
• A client assaulting a staff member was reported
• Officers responded to a burglary in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road Oct. 3. • Officers responded to a disturbance in the 1800 block of Birch Street Oct. 4. • A Mahtomedi man was arrested for DWI following a traffic stop near Century Avenue and Wildwood Road Oct. 4. • Officers responded to a dispute over an Uber ride in the 2200 block of Chicago Avenue Oct. 4. • A St. Paul man was arrested for controlled substance DWI after being
found slumped over in a vehicle in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 4. • Harassment was reported in the 1800 block of Orchard Lane Oct. 4. • Officers responded to disorderly conduct in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue Oct. 6. • Fraud was reported Oct. 5 in the 3300 block of Glen Oaks Avenue. • Officers investigated a suspicious structure fire in the 4900 block of Long Avenue Oct. 7.
RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS from a Dahlia Street address at 9:50 p.m. Sept. 6. After deputies arrived on scene and spoke with both parties, a citation was issued to the person who committed the assault. • A vehicle was reported stolen Sept. 7 from a Stillwater Road address. A few days later, the complainant called deputies to see how things were coming along with the search for his vehicle. And on Sept. 11, the complainant called deputies to report that he’d recovered his own vehicle. • After deputies were dispatched out to a fight between two Quail Street residents on Sept. 7, they learned that one of the combatants had a warrant out for his arrest, after which they took him into custody. • A motorist was cited on Sept. 8 for failure to provide proof of insurance, following a traffic stop on Long Lake Road and Ledgestone Drive. • A suspicious vehicle reported parked in an EV recharging spot on Mahtomedi Avenue on Sept. 9 turned out to be an EV recharging. Unfortunately, signs at the parking area specifically stated that EV’s may not recharge at that time. The male recharging his vehicle said he needed to charge there due to his EV’s low battery.
Pine Springs
• A motorist along Hilton Trail N. and 60th Street N. was cited at 12:03 a.m. Sept. 10 for failure to provide proof of insurance, following a traffic stop for another violation.
The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:
Vadnais Heights • On Sept. 27 in the 1000 block of East County Road E, deputies responded to a Speedway on a report of an intoxicated person who was unable to care for himself, called medics, and made sure he was transported to a hospital for evaluation and care. • At 9:56 p.m. on Sept. 27 in the 800 block of East County Road E, deputies cited a 40-year-old woman from St. Paul for theft and issued a trespass warrant after she was caught attempting to steal merchandise from Walmart. • At 11:06 p.m. on Sept. 27 in the 800 block of East County Road E, deputies issued a theft citation and a trespass notice to a 41-year-old woman from Anoka after she was caught attempting to steal merchandise from Walmart. • On Sept. 27 at the intersection of Vadnais Road and Edgerton Street, deputies on routine patrol attempted to make a traffic stop on someone riding an e-bike, who then fled. Deputies lost sight of the suspect. The matter is under investigation. • On Sept. 29 in the 3200 block of Highway 61, deputies responded to Kwik Trip after a report of shoplifting. They collected evidence and began an investigation. • On Sept. 29 in the 4100 block of Centerville Road, a 25-year-old woman reported that someone stole her mail. The incident is under investigation. • On Sept. 30 in the 3200 block of Arcade Street, an animal control officer responded to a report of an animal not being cared for properly, spoke to its owner and ensured that it is safe. • On Oct. 1 in the 1000 block of East County Road D, a 36-year-old man reported that someone stole the tabs off his Chevrolet Silverado. The matter is under investigation.
• On Oct. 2 in the 800 block of East County Road E, deputies responded to a report of shoplifting at Walmart, collected evidence, and began an investigation. • On Oct. 2 in the 3200 block of Monterey Avenue, deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash, facilitated the exchange of information and made sure everyone was uninjured. • On Oct. 3 in the 800 block of East County Road E, deputies arrested a 35-yearold man from St. Paul on an open and active warrant while investigating a missing persons case. • On Oct. 3 in the 800 block of East County Road E, deputies cited a 60-year-old woman from St. Paul for theft after she was caught not scanning merchandise in the self-checkout lane at Walmart and then attempting to leave the store with the items.
White Bear Township • On Sept. 27 in the 5900 block of Otter Lake Road, a 35-year-old man reported being clipped by a Honda Passport while he was out riding a motorcycle. The Honda then drove away. The matter is under investigation. • On Sept. 28 at the intersection of Centerville Road and Highway 96, deputies responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash, collected information and made sure that all occupants were uninjured. • On Oct. 1 in the 5100 block of Stillwater Court, a 76-year-old man reported that his neighbor’s trailer appeared to have been stolen overnight. Deputies responded, collected evidence, and launched an investigation. • On Oct. 2 in the 4800 block of Greenhaven Drive, a 71-year-old woman reported receiving threatening messages online from someone attempting to get her to transfer a significant amount of money, which was stopped by her bank. The matter is under investigation.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (CONTINUED) not State Aid alone. The city also requested a $2.5 million advance against future State Aid allocations. The trail did not increase the fixed assessment, but it changed the project’s scope, overall cost and future obligations. The housing claim also exceeds what the study proved. Stantec documented housing-cost burdens but stated that it did not conduct a full housing-gap analysis. It did not determine how many additional units Vadnais Heights needs, what local workers can afford or whether the proposed development would house them. Housing affordability also cannot be separated from city spending. Higher property taxes and utility charges increase homeowners’ costs and can be reflected in rents. The city cannot claim to improve affordability while continually increasing the cost of living in Vadnais Heights. Bob Morse Vadnais Heights
Adopt-a-Drain As the weather chills and leaves drop it is time to check on drains. Volunteer drain cleaning supplements city street sweeping and helps to keep our wetlands and lakes healthy and our ditches and storm drains to function as designed. The Vadnais Heights Green Team and the Vadnais Heights Public Works Department work in collaboration to keep the water as clean and clear as possible. The Adopt-a-Day Clean-up will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Bring gloves. Vests, grabbers and bags will be provided along with donuts on a first come first serve basis. The MN.Adopt-a-Drain.org program asks you to take the next step and name your drain. Sign up to adopt a drain in your neighborhood. Take 15 minutes every 2 weeks to clear away leaves, branches and trash. Go to the MN.Adopt-a-Drain.org website and log in either your time or the gallons collected. You will be leading by example. Only Rain Down the Drain. Keeping our water supply clean is everyone’s job. Please do your part. Kathy Meyer Pittelko Vadnais Heights
Schools provide strong foundation As a new school year begins, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on why White Bear Lake Area Schools continues to be the best choice for our family and our children. My husband and I both attended White Bear Lake schools, and we look back on our time in the district with tremendous gratitude. The teachers, opportunities, and experiences we had helped shape who we are today. We left the district feeling prepared for what came next and confident that we had been given a strong foundation for success. Because of those positive experiences, choosing to start and raise our family in the White Bear Lake school district was an easy decision. We wanted our children to grow up in a community that values learning, supports students, and creates opportunities for every child to thrive. Over the past several years, we have had the opportunity to experience the district not only as former students, but also as parents. From early childhood education through our children’s current school experiences, our interactions with teachers, staff, and programs have consistently been welcoming, supportive, and positive. At every stage, we have seen educators who care deeply about their students and a district committed to helping families feel connected.
No school district is defined by a single moment; it is shaped by the everyday experiences of students and families. Our experiences—both past and present—have reinforced our belief that White Bear Lake Area Schools is a place where children can learn, grow, and be prepared for the future. We are proud to call this community home and grateful that our children are building their own stories in the same district that meant so much to us. Carrie Kwapick-Nasvik Lino Lakes
PAID LETTER Neighbors support candidate We first met Ryan and his family 13 years ago when we moved into our White Bear Lake neighborhood. From the first day we met Ryan, he has been a kind and supportive person. We’ve come to know each other as friends and neighbors but that isn’t the primary reason we support Ryan for the White Bear School board. He has many years of experience as a teacher and is currently the principal at Brimhall Elementary School in Roseville. This makes him uniquely qualified with a wealth of real-world knowledge in how to best support students and their families through all of the unique and challenging scenarios educators face. We know this because he has been there to listen to us as friends and neighbors as we navigated the ins and outs of education and our two children. Most notably he participated as an advocate for our special needs son when we were navigating some challenging behaviors in school. He spent evenings listening to us and shared his knowledge and insights on how to constructively navigate the challenges while maintaining a strong partnership with his teachers and the school. He even offered and participated in one of our meetings as an advocate for our son. The solution was arrived at by thinking creatively and implementing supports that didn’t have cost impacts. It wasn’t just his participation, but the insights on how to build solutions that are fiscally responsible and attend to the needs of all stakeholders. It doesn’t take much looking to find that Ryan’s care for others, kindness, and generosity is not unique to our specific case. He has a strong pull toward the humanity of educational situations with a great understanding of the constraints. I have no doubts that Ryan will provide maximum support to our community of school children, their families and the educators tasked with so very much in cultivating the next generation of White Bear Lake. We’re voting for Ryan Vernosh for White Bear Lake school board as a trusted friend and ally. Kellene Hadrava and Kerstin Buettner White Bear Lake
PAID LETTER Impressed by meeting candidate
I recently stood in my driveway and had a long conversation with Jim DeMay, candidate for the Minnesota House in District 36A. Jim had taken the time on a Sunday afternoon to walk the neighborhood and meet and talk to voters. Learning more about Jim’s background, I was impressed by his practical experience as a member of the Mounds View school district, which has given him first-hand experience and insight into the challenges of education in the 21st Century. Jim has strong knowledge and understanding of the field of health care, including vaccines. He has down-toearth ideas of how we can rein in costs of both health insurance and health care. Finally, Jim is a family man with
strong ties to our area, a commitment to the environment, and focus on making and keeping Minnesota livable and affordable for families. Please vote for Jim DeMay on or before Nov. 3, and encourage others to get to know the candidate and learn more about his perspectives. Brenda Sussna White Bear Township
PAID LETTER MVPS have my vote I am proudly going to vote for Amanda McFarlane, Ryan Vernosh, Amy Puschinsky, and Chris Streiff for the White Bear Lake Area School Board in November. My interest in supporting the MVPS sparked when Amanda McFarlane told me she is running for one of the four open seats on the school board. I have known Amanda for many years through White Bear Lake Area Schools. She is an active parent and volunteer in our schools and our community. She has a can-do approach to problem-solving, and she understands the importance of engaging others in the process. I believe she will bring these strengths to her work on the School Board. But Amanda McFarlane is just one of four School Board candidates deserving of the community's vote in November. As an informed voter, I did my homework on the White Bear Lake School Board election. All four MVPS have children or grandchildren in our school district. They share my values that all students deserve the opportunity to reach their potential, that all students feel welcome and safe in our schools, and that actively listening to the concerns of the community is critical to ensuring transparency and building trust. I will go to the polls in November with complete confidence that Amanda McFarlane, Ryan Vernosh, Amy Puschinsky, and Chris Streiff Oji will lead White Bear Lake Area Schools with integrity and will keep the needs of the school district's students at the center of their work. Sheri Records White Bear Lake
PAID LETTER Affordability failure The issue of affordability has gained prominence in this election cycle. Yet when politicians or politicians-inwaiting start touting their quest to make life, or any portion of it, affordable, we’d better look long and hard under the hood. First, affordability has been sold to us in the past, and to date is noted by its consistent failure. Affordable college? Isn’t. Affordable health care? Isn’t. Just to name a few of the bigger blandishments. The general pattern of political affordability is to create and fund a
governing bureaucracy, mandate a private sector compliance structure, and design subsidies for those falling within the parameters of need. This effort reduces market efficiency by raising costs, which are then paid by the general populace, making life in general less affordable. Further, New Mexico has recently enacted affordable child care, for example. Their costs are running about 20% over estimates. I’ve read estimates for Minnesota, running anywhere from $1-4 billion. Similar cost overruns will prove quite expensive here, adding again to our tax burden. But that’s not all. Fabian Socialism is the incremental arrest of various facets of the economy to the control of the State. Creating dependencies is one tactic. Whatever the perspective, whether justice, compassion or affordability, over time our birthright of liberty will have been given over to the State. Which then makes the State itself unaffordable. I’d exercise caution. The DFL already has a challenge with a strong contingent of socialists in its ranks. A vote for the Republican ticket will protect them (the DFL) from temptation, and give us all time to learn of our birthright, Madison’s “charter of liberty.” James Nash White Bear Lake
PAID LETTER Vote for MVPS As we consider the future of White Bear Lake Area Schools, three priorities stand out to me as particularly important: Student Success, School Safety, and Financial Stewardship. Together, they go to the heart of what we expect from our public schools. As I look at the candidates for the White Bear Lake Area School Board and these priorities, Amanda McFarlane, Ryan Vernosh, Amy Puschinsky, and Christina Streiff Oji (The MVPS) offer approaches to district governance that will keep these priorities at the forefront of their service to our community Student Success must always be our first priority. Success is about more than standardized test scores and grades. Students need to master essential knowledge and skills. They also need to think critically, solve problems, communicate effectively, and apply what they learn. We should expect measurable academic growth while recognizing that students begin at different places. Ultimately, our schools should prepare young people for college, careers, lifelong learning, and productive participation in their communities. School Safety is fundamental. Children cannot do their best work when they do not feel safe. Safety means secure buildings, emergency SEE LETTERS, PAGE 8
Weekly Outlook SUNRISE/SUNSET OCTOBER 14 - 20, 2026
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A year ago I spent the weekend in Duluth scraping frost off my window. This year was a different story. Record heat blanketed much of the state as temperatures climbed into the upper 80’s and 90ºs. The Twin Cities airport recorded it’s latest 90º and for the 1st time in recorded history, we experienced back-to-back days of 90º, Oct. 10-11. My back yard reached into the upper 80’s on both Oct. 10 and 11, setting records for those dates. As I mentioned, I was in Duluth helping with a 50-mile trail run. The heat got to many runners. Dew points were near 50º which provided some “minor” relief. Temperatures went from 85º from the higher elevations outside Duluth to 71º in the Morgan Park area finish line. Fall color was spectacular! Welcome seasonable temperatures for this forecast period.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (CONTINUED) preparedness, violence prevention, and responsible use of technology. It also means preventing bullying, supporting mental health, and building strong relationships among students, staff, families, and the community. A safe school is a welcoming school where students feel they belong, trust the adults around them, and are comfortable reporting concerns. Financial stewardship is essential because our schools are entrusted with public dollars. Board members should establish clear budget priorities, monitor revenues and expenditures, maintain appropriate reserves, use accurate financial information and independent audits, and plan for longterm sustainability. They also have an obligation to explain financial decisions clearly and openly to taxpayers. These three priorities reinforce one another. Student success requires safe schools, and both depend upon thoughtful, responsible use of our resources. As voters make their choices this fall, I hope they will focus on these fundamentals and vote for Amanda McFarlane, Ryan Vernosh, Amy Puschinsky, and Christina Streiff Oji (The MVPS) for the White Bear Lake Area School Board. Cathy Storey Vadnais Heights
PAID LETTER Policies benefit students, farmers, environment
Nutritious fresh food is vital to the well-being of all of us. We need local leadership to help support a healthy food chain in Minnesota. In her inaugural session as a state senator on the Senate Agriculture and Rural Development Committee, Heather Gustafson demonstrated her an ability to focus supporting and enhancing a healthy food chain. She is on the record as a steadfast champion of our natural environment. Sen. Gustafson has championed clean water protections for White Bear Lake and communities across the northeast metro, supported agriculture investments that both keep family farms strong and preserved open spaces and successfully backed funding for soil health, conservation, and renewable energy projects that protect our environment and grow our economy. All these initiatives benefit our local farmers, who need healthy soil and clean water to produce their products for us. Sen. Gustafson established and expanded Minnesota's Farm to School program which connects local farms to school cafeterias and then subsequently expanded the program to include all types of preschool education facilities, including home-based and traditional day care centers, while maintaining its focus on funding local agricultural products for schools. This is an example of students, families, educators, and local farmers coming together to enjoy the bounty of Minnesota – all with the Heather’s help. Sen. Heather Gustafson’s first term as a state senator has been beneficial to Minnesotans with her focus on fresh air, water and food. Please join me in casting a vote of confidence for a second term for Sen. Heather Gustafson. Jean Crow Vadnais Heights
PAID LETTER School board candidate has your back
I strongly support Dan Arcand for the White Bear Lake School Board. A retired Marine combat veteran, business leader and district parent with deep community roots, Dan understands what local families need. He is running to help every child thrive.
While volunteering in elementary schools in the Philippines, Dan helped provide building repairs, school supplies, and food to children in underserved communities. The experience showed him how vital schools are—and the difference adults make when they show up for children. Dan will focus on stronger academic performance, safer schools, a more meaningful community voice, and responsible financial management. He will ask tough questions, demand honest answers, and put students first. As a Marine, Dan has your back—always. Elect Dan Arcand. Jodi Laliberte White Bear Lake
PAID LETTER City not a saloon Greg Urban is back and is running for Mayor of Vadnais Heights. He ran for mayor in 2022 and lost. Mr. Urban owns and operates Wild Greg's Saloons in Pensacola, Florida. and Austin, Texas. In May 2018, WEARTV, the ABC affiliate for northwest Florida, reported Mr. Urban’s arrest for resisting and interfering with a police officer who was investigating an incident at Wild Greg’s which involved one of his bouncers beating a customer. WEAR-TV also noted that there were five arrests of Wild Greg's staff during the month of May for a “long list of assault and battery allegations tied to the bar” Pensacola is the site of a large Naval Air Station. In August of 2025, the Navy Times reported that NAS Pensacola’s commander banned all military personnel from Wild Greg's Saloon, describing it as "contributing to unsafe and crime-conducive conditions." The ban was lifted in October 2025 after Mr. Urban agreed to several new security protocols. This history leads me to a serious concern. If Greg Urban were to become our mayor, where would he focus his energy, his out of state bars or the needs of our city? Our city is not a saloon; we want careful management to address the needs of all residents. Let's keep the good things we have now in Vadnais Heights and reelect Mayor Mike Krachmer. He has demonstrated his dedication to the short- and long-term interests of our city, focusing on the wellbeing and safety of all who live in Vadnais Heights. Sheila Thomas Vadnais Heights (Editor's note: Greg Urban was acquitted of charges stemming from the 2018 incident)
PAID LETTER Better schools, vote BARK I strongly support Colleen Berquist, Dan Arcand, Melissa Roberts, and Bob Krominga (BARK) for the school board. District 624 needs calm, constructive leadership that puts students and parents first. BARK offers the experience and independence to improve academic achievement, protect students and staff, strengthen transparency, and safeguard taxpayers. Colleen Berquist is a district parent, real estate professional, and smallbusiness owner who understands the importance of strong schools and accountability to families and taxpayers. Dan Arcand is a district parent, retired Marine combat veteran, and president of Oneka Golf Club with a record of service and leadership. Melissa Roberts is a district parent whose government finance experience would bring needed expertise to the board. Bob Krominga, a retired Army officer and former local VFW president, offers balanced leadership and a steady,
positive vision for the district. These independent leaders will put students first, oversee finances carefully, and make decisions openly. For stronger academics, responsible spending, and a better future for District 624 students, vote Berquist, Arcand, Roberts, and Krominga—BARK for Better Schools. Gary Hukreide White Bear Lake
PAID LETTER Candidate offers specifics on afforability
I recently watched the League of Women Voters’ candidate forum for Minnesota House Districts 36A and B. As a voter in 36B and constituent of Representative Brion Curran, I was reminded of how proud I am to have Brion as my representative. The differences between Brion and their opponent were clear. Brion has deep knowledge of policy, particularly when it comes to human services and public safety. In answering a question about preventing gun violence, Brion made it clear they support commonsense gun safety; their opponent, on the other hand, evaded the question, appeared to read Republican talking points off of a notecard during her response, and did not offer any solutions to gun violence. Brion offered specific ways life could be more affordable for folks in our area, such as by working toward affordable housing, helping families afford child care, and tackling the high costs of employer-sponsored health care. Their opponent offered blame rather than specific ideas. Both candidates are concerned about fraud; Representative Curran is already working to fight fraud while protecting services that people rely on. Their opponent, again, had little in the way of specifics but plenty of blame. If you want someone to block progress, there’s a candidate for you, I guess. For the rest of us who want to be able to afford housing, healthcare, and child care, for those of us who want government services to work for vulnerable people, or for those of us who want someone getting work done, re-electing Brion Curran for 36B is the clear choice. Cathy Crea White Bear Lake
PAID LETTER Become an informed voter I’ve lived in Vadnais Heights for 11 years. Over the past year, I began attending City Council workshops and meetings to see firsthand how local government works. I’ve found our elected officials to be thoughtful, caring, and fiscally responsible. A recent Facebook post claimed that on Oct. 6, the Council would be asking the state for $5–$7 million for a new fire station. Without context, this makes it sound like the city is rushing ahead before the Fire Station Advisory Panel has even met. I attended the Oct. 6 workshop. The discussion was not about jumping to a foregone conclusion, but about keeping options open and meeting state legislative timelines. To qualify for state bonding consideration—for eligible features like regional training and green energy—requests must be submitted early. The city can always amend or cancel a request later. The Council also discussed seeking authorization for a local sales tax (typically 0.5% to 1%) for the fire station or park improvements. Exploring this tool now preserves options, and any tax requires local voter approval. A U of M Extension study showed that 56% of local sales
tax comes from non-residents, helping fund our facilities. Attending these meetings shows me that our leaders are planning ahead to protect taxpayers. I strongly endorse Mayor Mike Krachmer and Council members Katherine Doll Kanne and Kelly Jozwowski for re-election. Please give them your vote so they can continue their thoughtful hard work for our city. Sharon Lorraine Vadnais Heights
PAID LETTER Out with the old In the past few weeks, I have read the “Letters to the editor” from people in support of the sitting Vadnais Heights employees and city council. These people obviously have not been on the receiving end of the deceit, misinformation, and things this group has tried to lead us to believe, what those of us that live in the Greenhaven Development have had to endure. They are not dealing with all the dust and dirt, torn up yards, irrigation systems that have been damaged. They have not endured the months of installing new electric, gas, fiber, and other utilities along with the reconstruction of Greenhaven and the trail. The project was bid stipulating that certain landscape features were to be saved, except the engineer did not consider what would happen when you dig seven feet deep next to it. Oh, two saplings to replace that beautiful ornamental tree that they tore out, one we have been nurturing for the last 40 years! They cannot afford new landscape block for the replacement retaining walls they tore out, because it is too expensive. But let’s build a 52-million-dollar fire station! The city tells us that they will maintain the tree trenches and trail. Have you looked at how they have maintained existing landscaping and trails? The city tells us they will plow the trail after snowstorms, but it may be a day or two later. So where do the residents of Greenhaven walk? How do the kids get to and from the bus stops along Greenhaven? The city tells us the trail is for safety, forcing the residents and children to walk in a much narrower Greenhaven and inviting unwanted outside people into our development is NOT safer! The two most dangerous areas will be the trail intersection at Highway 96 and at Centerville Road where there will not be any buffer; nothing to stop vehicles from jumping the curb, onto the trail…great safety plan! Do NOT re-elect this council, it is time to replace them, along with some city staff. Mark Jay Vadnais Heights
PAID LETTER Care about board race I know you’ve heard it. From friends or neighbors who say things like, “My kids go to private school…My son graduated… I don’t have kids…. We homeschool so I don’t care.” That’s where you step in and say “Care about that school board race!” Right now only half of Minnesota public school kids can read and complete math at grade level! Those same kids will be your kid’s coworkers. Those kids will be your future workforce, those kids will be your neighbors. Do we want future Minnesota residents to rely on the government SEE LETTERS, PAGE 9
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PAID LETTER Candidates support high expectations
The released 2026 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment results give White Bear Lake Area Schools a chance to recognize progress and identify where students need more help. We believe these results should guide practical improvements that support our teachers and help every student succeed.
The MCAs show how well students who took the tests met Minnesota’s academic standards in math, reading, and science. They provide useful information but capture only part of what students know and can do. Classroom assignments, conversations with teachers, attendance, and progress toward graduation help complete the picture. There are also limits to comparisons. Not every eligible student took the tests, and the students tested change from year to year. This year’s reading test is new, so its results cannot tell us whether reading performance improved or declined compared with earlier years. These limits should help us use the results wisely. We should ask where students are having difficulty, what
PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Police investigating removal of political sign in Vadnais Heights The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding the removal of political signs in the 600 block of Koehler Road in Vadnais Heights Oct. 7. Greg Urban, who is one of the candidates for the Vadnais Heights Mayor race, reported the incident to the RCSO and submitted what he said was video evidence
of current City Council Member Katherine Doll Kanne removing the sign. Doll Kane is up for re-election in November. “I have lost approximately 20 signs at this location, so we placed it under surveillance,” Urban explained. A couple days after the incident, Doll Kane posted a video on her campaign Facebook page saying, “I'm aware of a video of me moving a political sign. The sign was on a vacant lot that is owned by my neighbors. I asked them via text conversation
if they had given permission for political sign to be displayed on their property. They told me they had not. In hindsight, I should have taken the sign to City Hall as agreed with the property owners via text, but I was on a walk with my daughter.” To avoid conflict of interest, the RCSO refereed the case to the Mounds View Police Department. Police Chief Ben Zender confirmed his department is actively investigating the case. The report was not available at press deadline.
support is working, and what teachers need to help more students learn. Our middle schools and high school can build on strong classroom practices. In math, that means clear explanations, practice, and timely help when students struggle. In reading, it means building vocabulary, helping students understand challenging texts, and providing additional instruction when needed. In science, students benefit from investigations that connect ideas to the world around them and teach them to explain their conclusions. Teachers need time to work together, review student learning, and strengthen their instruction. The school board should listen to their expertise, provide useful training, adequate resources, and establish
clear goals for improvement. Frequent classroom checks can identify learning needs early, allowing help to begin well before the next state test. Families are essential partners. Open communication, regular attendance and encouragement at home help students make the most of their education. We support high expectations, thoughtful use of results, and respect for the people doing this work every day. Together, we can help students grow in knowledge, confidence and readiness for life beyond school while giving teachers the support they need to do their best. Amanda McFarlane Ryan Vernosh Amy Puschinsky Chris Streiff Oji
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White Bear Lake Area High School senior Fengshiqi “Mia” Tian is planning to go to college for nursing, yet she finds doing ceramic art personally healing. “Art is my free time, where I find a place to calm down and create my own thing,” Tian said. “It’s helping my focus skills. Also, when I get the ceramic back, I feel happy and calm. I think that helps too.” Ceramics has also helped Tian feel healthier when she’s not at school. “It has let me not think about my phone. When I go home, I say, ‘How am I going to do this project? Should I make this (piece) tomorrow?’” Tian has been do-
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ing ceramics for two years, so she feels like her artistic voice is still developing. Going forward, she wants to use ceram-
ics to explore her heritage. Tian was born in Hebei, a province in northeast China that surrounds Beijing and borders the Yellow Sea. “China has a lot of cool ceramics, like teacups. I want time to make those things,” said Tian. “I want to put things that relate to my culture into my project … learn the old ways and honor my ancestors.” She then wants to personalize those traditional techniques with modern surface design. “I want to try all the glazing skills, like dipping or coloring. I want a cool design.” While Tian may find ceramics calming, the art form can be challenging. As every ceramicist knows, a project can be nearly finished, then suddenly crack. Alternatively, something an artist measured correctly on
the pottery wheel can warp once it’s in the kiln. “Yeah, that happens a lot,” Tian laughed. “We had a teacup project this year. I made a cap, but the cap was not stable … I was like, ‘Oh, my God, it’s going to crash now.’ So I used another (piece of) clay to repair the missing piece.” Tian’s art teacher, Jennifer Latuff, added, “A big thing about ceramics is learning how to recover quickly, being okay with starting over and building up some tough skin as you’re working.” Tian said that she has applied that lesson into the other parts of her life. “Never be scared if you do something wrong in the culture — because you always can repair,” Tian said.
SWEENEY TODD COMES TO LIFE ON STAGE ERIK SUCHY CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Be afraid, Century College theatre lovers. A new, macabre production of the hilarious kind is on its way for you to see. “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” will make its premiere at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, at Century College. The musical, penned by renowned playwright Stephen Sondheim, follows a wrongly imprisoned barber who returns to Victorian-era London under the name Sweeney Todd, seeking revenge against his accusers. In the process, he forms a partnership with local pie maker Mrs. Lovett, who turns his victims into meat pies. Paul Aberasturi, the college’s theatre program and degree coordinator, said Sweeney Todd was perfect for the department to stage, owing to its “large and thriving” size. “Sweeney Todd is one of the greatest, if not the greatest, musicals ever written. It’s brilliantly constructed, and filled with every emotion from horror to comedy to social consciousness to lots of laughter and shock. It has every element in it.” The cast and crew involve 32 people, including performers with professional singing experience at the Minnesota Opera and actors within the college’s theatre department. Zach Winkler will play Sweeney Todd, and Nancy Jo Goettl will play Mrs. Lovett. Ella Josephson
and Tom Kerstetter will play Johanna, Todd’s daughter, and Anthony Hope, her love interest, respectively. Mark Sweigert will play Judge Turpin, the corrupt judge responsible for Todd’s imprisonment. Aberasturi noted that the singing in Sweeney Todd is notably challenging, as it requires a higher standard of vocal quality and musicianship than most musicals otherwise demand. Around 140 actors auditioned for a part in the musical, a process Aberasturi said helped the department identify the “quality sounds” needed to bring the lyrics and music to life. “Sweeney Todd has a classical sound to the vocals, which helps, as some of our cast members have significant opera background. It aids in singing and performing, unlike many other pop musicals, which don’t demand the same level of vocal quality. Even the ensemble is singing five-part harmonies, which is quite challenging throughout the two-and-a-half-hour musical. I’m looking for versatility, and I think we found those individuals in our cast.” Despite the musical’s grim subject matter and violence, Aberasturi said the department intentionally chose not to tone down the story. Instead, he said he saw its content as a reflection of London during the Industrial Revolution, the era in which the musical is set. “During this time, the owners were making all the money based on the workers who
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Theatre Program/Degree Coordinator Paul Aberasturi called the play “one of the greatest musicals ever written,” filled with “every emotion from horror to comedy to social consciousness.”
When: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: The Masque is Children’s Performing Arts’ annual fundraiser, supporting the educational and leadership programs of CPA. This year’s theme is “Yacht Rock: An Evening of Smooth Sounds and Coastal Glam.” Dressing for the theme is admired but not required. Visit childrensperformingartsmn. org/2026-masque for tickets and more details. Contact: masque@childrensperformingartsmn.org
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The Century College theatre department will officially premiere “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” on Friday, Oct. 30.
were frequently in unsanitary and unsafe conditions. It’s really a commentary on these common workers becoming ‘meat' to make money for a wealthy few. It’s one of the things Sweeney Todd is so upset about because of the injustice done to him.” Once Sweeney Todd opens, Aberasturi said he hopes viewers leave feeling a range of emotions that’ll satisfy their love of horror and comedy. “I hope they leave with a smile on their face, and their emotions run the gamut from joy to horror to shock and back to joy again. I also hope they recog-
nize this need for humanity, that no matter what status we are in society, everybody matters. We all have to work together because we’re all in this world together. I think it’s something Sweeney Todd is able to communicate in this wonderful, unique way.” For a full list of performances of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, visit the Century College theatre department website at www.tinyurl.com/55efy72y.
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Dates: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Nov. 14, Dec. 5 and Jan. 16 Details: Classes focus on creative play and fostering imagination. Each week, students will read books, play games, do crafts and create characters. November’s theme is “Unicorn-topia!”
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Hunter's Harvest honored for feeding military families Most people in White Bear Lake knew Rich Bohaty as The Boss, behind the counter at Ciresi’s Liquor. On Tuesday, September 1, he was standing on a stage at the Minnesota State Fair being honored and thanked for feeding military families. The occasion was Military Appreciation Day, and this year’s theme was BEYOND THE YELLOW RIBBON | CONTRIBUTED “Your Neighbors, Our Rich Bohaty, founder of Community.” Hunter’s Harvest, is recThe store was opened ognized on the Dan Patch in 1952 by Sam, Ann and Park stage at the Minnesota Mary Ciresi and stayed State Fair during Military in the family until it Appreciation Day. closed in 2015, 63 years later. Rich came into it through his wife Anna, who grew up in the business alongside her older brother Jerry and her younger brother, Minneapolis attorney Michael Ciresi, who now serves on the Hunter’s Harvest board. Between the store, the Piccadilly Restaurant in Mahtomedi that he and Anna once owned, and the Pheasants Forever wild game dinner he put on every year for four decades that drew people from all over, Rich spent most of his life feeding the community — one way or another. In 2020, COVID led to the cancellation of the dinner. Rich was left with a freezer full of meat and a list of phone numbers. He decided that neither one should
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vadnais Heights Planning Commission will meet and conduct a public hearing on October 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Vadnais Heights City Hall, 800 County Road E East, to consider an application submitted by Rudy Luther’s White Bear Motors, Inc. for an Interim Use Permit at 1259 Willow Lake Boulevard. Anyone wishing to be heard in regard to this matter will be given an opportunity at this time. The application is available for public review at City Hall during normal business hours and will be posted on the City’s website in advance of the meeting. Questions or comments should be directed to Nolan Wall, Planning/Community Development Director, at 651-204-6027 or nolan. wall@cityvadnaisheights.com. FOR THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS Kevin P. Watson, City Administrator Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14, 2026.
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NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2026 The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Precinct 1 – Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E County Road F, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 Precinct 2 – Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E County Road F, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 Precinct 3 – Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E County Road F, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 Precinct 4 – Vadnais Heights Fire Station, 3595 Arcade Street N, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 Sample ballots are available at mnvotes.org. Offices to be voted upon include the following. Federal: U.S. Senator, U.S. Representative District 4. State: State Senator District 36, State Representative District 36B, Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, State Auditor, Attorney General, Constitutional Amendment Increasing Funding to School Districts. County: County Sheriff, County Attorney. City: Mayor, Council Member. Judicial: Supreme Court: Associate Justice 1, Associate Justice 4. Judicial: Court of Appeals: Judge 1, Judge 7, Judge 13, Judge 15, Judge 18. Judicial: Second District Court: Judge 1, Judge 8, Judge 13, Judge 14, Judge 15, Judge 24, Judge 26, Judge 27, Judge 28. Independent School District No. 624: School Board Member at Large. Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14 and 21, 2026.
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BOARD NOTES SEPTEMBER 2, 2026 The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Bellaire School and the following business was transacted. Meeting Called to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Thelander at 6:01 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Knisely-12, Palmer-13, Jones-14, Forsberg-16, Bock621, Nitardy-622, Clark-623, Thompson-624, Rebelein-831, Stout-832, Dols833, and Thelander-834. Absent: Striker-282. Also present: Dr. Val Rae Boe, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as presented. Board Calendar Dates • Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - School Board Retreat at 4:30 p.m. at Bellaire District Office • Monday, October 5, 2026 - 916 Education Foundation, Community Impact Night at 4:00 p.m. at Washington Square, White Bear Lake • Wednesday, October 7, 2026 — School Board Meeting at 6:00 p.m. • Saturday, October 10, 2026 - 916 Education Foundation Fall Carnival from 12 to 4:00 p.m. at Quora Education Center Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items None. Presentation: First Reading of School Board Policies Presented First Reading of Policy 701.2 and Policy 721. Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Boe commented on the following items that were included in her written report: (a) School Board Appreciation Month; (b) Board Retreat; (c) Member Highlights; (d) 916 Leadership Highlights; (e) 916 Welcomes New and Returning Staff; and (f) 916 Welcomes New and Returning Students. Approval of the Consent Agenda Approved the consent items: Approval of Minutes Payment of Bills and ACH Payments Personnel Approval of the 2025-26 Superintendent Evaluation Approved the 2025-26 Superintendent evaluation as presented. Adopt Proposed Policy Modifications Adopted policies 524.1 and 806 as revised. Approval of Contract between Northeast Metro 916 and ISD 832 Approved the agreement between ISD 832 and Northeast Metro 916 to serve as the Alternative Learning Center and provide credit recovery at 916 Mahtomedi Academy. Board Forum Directors from Districts 13, 16, 622, 624, 831, 833, and 834 shared highlights and updates from their respective districts. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 6:50 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14, 2026.
NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA
BOARD RETREAT NOTES SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 The School Board Retreat for Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Bellaire District Office and the following business was transacted. Meeting Called to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Thelander at 4:40 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members Present: Knisely-12, Jones-14, Forsberg-16, Striker-282, Bock621, Nitardy-622, Clark-623, Thompson-624, Stout-832, and Thelander-834. Members Absent: Palmer- 13, Rebelein-831, and Dols-833. Also present: Dr. Val Rae Boe, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as presented. Life at 916: Inside Our Schools & Behind Our Mission A panel of 916 staff members provided insight into the daily operation of the district. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 5:47 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14, 2026.
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MANAGER ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:01 a.m. with the following members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, and Chair Ortega. Commissioner Xiong arrived at 9:07 a.m. Also present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney’s Office.
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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Read by Commissioner McMurtrey. AGENDA of September 22, 2026 was presented for approval. Motion by Jebens-Singh, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. MINUTES of September 8, 2026 were presented for approval. Motion by McGuire, seconded by Miller. Unanimously approved. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS Parks & Recreation – Grant Award from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for 2025 ReLeaf Grants. Motion by McMurtrey, seconded by Miller. Unanimously approved. (B2026-121) Parks & Recreation – Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for Diversifying Nature Education Access. Motion by McMurtrey, seconded by Miller. Unanimously approved. (B2026-122) Public Works – Personnel Complement Increase in the Public Works Department. Motion by McMurtrey, seconded by Miller. Unanimously approved. (B2026-123) Safety and Justice – Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety – Office of Justice Programs – 2027 Crisis Response Grants. Motion by McMurtrey, seconded by Miller. Unanimously approved. (B2026-124) POLICY ITEM Finance – Certification of the Maximum Tax Levy for the Proposed 2027 Property Tax Notices. Presented by Ling Becker, County Manager. Discussion can be found on archived video. Motion by Moran, seconded by Miller. Unanimously approved. (B2026-125) COUNTY CONNECTIONS Presented by Ling Becker, County Manager. Discussion can be found on archived video. OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS Discussion can be found on archived video. BOARD CHAIR UPDATE No updates. ADJOURNMENT Chair Ortega declared the meeting adjourned at 10:06 a.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14, 2026.
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PUBLIC NOTICE SOLICITATION OPPORTUNITIES Ramsey County releases solicitation opportunities on DemandStar as an alternative method of public notice pursuant to Section 331A.03 of the Minnesota Statutes. Individuals may go to the “How to Contract with Ramsey County” section of the “Doing Business with Ramsey County” webpage at ramseycounty.us/ContractWithRamsey to access registration information. If you are new to DemandStar, please follow the DemandStar registration instructions on the “How to Contract with Ramsey County” webpage. Access to all Ramsey County documents is free if the instructions that are posted are followed. You may call 651-266-8072 or email ProcurementTeam@ ramseycounty.us if you need assistance. Ramsey County is accepting only electronic Request for Bids (RFBs) responses submitted through DemandStar. Public openings are conducted digitally, as a video conference. See the link above for details. To view current solicitations, please go to: https://bit.ly/3W8XWan SOLICITATION: RFB-PUBW31300-KB OPENING DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2026 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, SEEKS A PRIME CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE CONTROL PANEL AT GOTTFRIED PIT/LARPENTEUR LIFT STATION. SOLICITATION: RFB-COMGR4621-PM OPENING DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2026 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE COUNTY MANAGER DEPARTMENT, IS SEEKING RESPONSES FROM OFFICIAL NEWSPAPERS FOR THE PUBLICATION OF VARIOUS COUNTY NOTICES. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14, 2026.
STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION
COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-26-865 NOTICE OF REMOTE HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of: William Ray Moen, a/k/a William R. Moen, Decedent. NOTICE is given that on Wednesday, December 02, 2026, from 1:15 p.m until 1:30 p.m. a hearing will be held using remote technology by this Court on the petition for formal adjudication of intestacy, determination of heirship, and for the appointment of Sandra K. Moen, whose address is 2880 Bartelmy Lane, Maplewood, MN 55109, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration. Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8145. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. If objections are filed, another hearing may be scheduled. NOTICE SHALL BE GIVEN by publishing this Notice as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice at least 14 days prior to the hearing date to all interested persons and persons who have filed a demand for notice. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT: Theresa Ames, District Court Administrator BY: Amy Andersen, Deputy Court Administrator Date: September 24, 2026 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 7 and 14, 2026.
STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT
COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-26-888 CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of Jean Alice Hughes, Decedent TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that an application for informal probate of the abovenamed Decedent’s Last Will dated July 2, 2019 has been filed with the Court, and the application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following: Colleen K. Radunz 431 Annapolis Street West, Apt 12, Saint Paul MN 55118 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the Personal Representative. Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat.§ 524.3607, and the court otherwise orders, the Personal Representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of
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issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will, or to the appointment of the personal representative, must be filed with this court, and will be heard by the court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat.§ 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred. Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar Theresa Ames, Court Administrator Dated: September 2, 2026 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 7 and 14, 2026.
STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT
COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-26-848 CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (WITHOUT A WILL) In re the Estate of Janet Marie Lonetti, Decedent TO All INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that an Amended Application filed on September 24, 2026 for informal appointment of personal representative has been filed with the Coun. No will has been presented for probate. The Amended Application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following Self-Represented Litigant: Ronald A. Lonetti of 507 Bellwood Avenue Maplewood MN 55117 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir. devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the Personal Representative. Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat.§ 524.3-607, and the coun otherNise orders, the Personal Representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat.§ 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred. Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar Theresa Ames, Court Administrator Date: September 29, 2026. Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 7 and 14, 2026.
STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT FAMILY DIVISION
COURT FILE NO. 62-FA-26-1245 CASE TYPE: DISSOLUTION WITHOUT CHILDREN JUDICIAL OFFICER: REBECCA ROSSOW SUMMONS In Re the Marriage of: Rosa Erika Collazo Gaytan, Petitioner, and Cesar Malagon Juarez, Respondent. THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENT, CESAR MALAGON JUAREZ: WARNING: Your spouse has filed a lawsuit against you for dissolution of your marriage. A copy of the paperwork regarding the lawsuit is served on you with this summons. This summons is an official document from the court that affects your rights. Read this summons carefully. If you do not understand it, contact an attorney for legal advice. This proceeding involves the following real property located at: 982 Minnehaha Avenue East, City of St. Paul, County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota, legally described as: Lot 5, Block 110, Schiffmann’s Subdivision of Blocks 109 and 110, Lyman Dayton’s Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon the Petitioner’s attorney an Answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage which is herewith served upon you within thirty (30) days after service of this summons upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. NOTICE OF TEMPORARY RESTRAINING AND ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROVISIONS UNDER MINNESOTA LAW, SERVICE OF THIS SUMMONS MAKES THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS APPLY TO BOTH PARTIES TO THIS ACTION, UNLESS THEY ARE MODIFIED BY THE COURT OR THE PROCEEDING IS DISMISSED: (1) NEITHER PARTY MAY DISPOSE OF ANY ASSETS EXCEPT (i) FOR THE NECESSITIES OF LIFE OR FOR THE NECESSARY GENERATION OF INCOME OR PRESERVATION OF ASSETS, (ii) BY AN AGREEMENT IN WRITING, OR (iii) FOR RETAINING COUNSEL TO CARRY ON OR TO CONTEST THIS PROCEEDING; (2) NEITHER PARTY MAY HARASS THE OTHER PARTY; AND (3) ALL CURRENTLY AVAILABLE INSURANCE COVERAGE MUST BE MAINTAINED AND CONTINUED WITHOUT CHANGE IN COVERAGE OR BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION. IF YOU VIOLATE ANY OF THESE PROVISIONS, YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO SANCTIONS BY THE COURT. (4) PARTIES TO A MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION PROCEEDING ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEMPT ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA LAW. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION INCLUDES MEDIATION, ARBITRATION, AND OTHER PROCESSES AS SET FORTH IN THE DISTRICT COURT RULES. YOU MAY CONTACT THE COURT ADMINISTRATOR ABOUT RESOURCES IN YOUR AREA. IF YOU CANNOT PAY FOR MEDIATION OR ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION, IN SOME COUNTIES, ASSISTANCE MAY BE AVAILABLE TO YOU THROUGH A NONPROFIT PROVIDER OR A COURT PROGRAM. IF YOU ARE A VICTIM OF DOMESTIC ABUSE OR THREATS OF ABUSE AS DEFINED IN MINNESOTA STATUTES, CHAPTER 518B, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO TRY MEDIATION AND YOU WILL NOT BE PENALIZED BY THE COURT IN LATER PROCEEDINGS. NOTICE OF PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 518.157, IN A CONTESTED PROCEEDING INVOLVING CUSTODY OR PARENTING TIME OF A MINOR CHILD, THE PARTIES MUST BEGIN PARTICIPATION IN A PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM THAT MEETS MINIMUM STANDARDS PROMULGATED BY THE MINNESOTA SUPREME COURT WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE FIRST FILING WITH THE COURT. IN SOME DISTRICTS, PARENTING EDUCATION MAY BE REQUIRED IN ALL CUSTODY OR PARENTING PROCEEDINGS. YOU MAY CONTACT THE DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATOR FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THIS REQUIREMENT AND THE AVAILABILITY OF PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS. Dated: July 29, 2026 HENSON & EFRON, P.A. Elizabeth D. Hartwell, 0399614 225 South Sixth Street, Suite 1600, Minneapolis, MN 55402 Telephone: 612-339-2500; ehartwell@hensonefron.com ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONER, ROSA ERIKA COLLAZO GAYTAN Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on October 14, 21 and 28, 2026.
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VADNAIS HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL NOTES • City councilors and staff recognized the success of several recent community events, including a fire safety open house and a Lions Club waffle breakfast. • The drive-thru coffee shop 7 Brew has become an attraction in Vadnais Heights, but the high volume of associated traffic has also caused some public safety concerns. A promotional event in September caused traffic to back up onto County Road E and extended to the bridge over I-35E, preventing some drivers from accessing the freeway. The chain coffee store has regular promotional events that draw a large number of customers, and representatives from the Vadnais Heights store appeared before the council to request public outdoor event permits for promotions on Oct. 7 and 31. They also presented a new traffic control plan to prevent the issues caused by previous promotional events. After a thorough discussion, the council approved the two permits—one just a day in advance of a promotional event—with one dissenting vote from Council Member Erik Goebel, who expressed concerns about how traffic problems would be managed if the volume became unexpectedly high. The permits were approved with the condition that 7 Brew is responsible for monitoring the nearby intersections to ensure none become blocked. 7 Brew representatives assured the council that the service time has improved in the few months since opening, and staff could be posted to direct traffic and divert drivers to return at a later time if need be. • The Vadnais Heights Elementary School parking area will undergo expansion in 2027, now that conflicts with the Koehler Road Trail project and easement encumbrances are out of the way. The school currently has 14 parking spaces with a gravel spillover area, but will have 49 dedicated spaces after the parking expansion. Additional stormwater facilities will also be installed on site, which will involve a redesign of the existing rain garden. • A new type of business— described by Planning Director Nolan Wall as “garagecondominiums”—wants to move into the former Oak Knoll Business Park at 0 Commerce Court, but there were a few barriers that needed to be swept out of the way. First was a zoning code amendment, allowing for this type of use in the office business district and industrial district. Some language was updated
to increase the professional service occupation maximum to 25 percent of the floor area of any unit, as well as allow the use of kitchenettes and commercial kitchens. Second, the council had to approve a conditional use permit and site plan. Commerce Court Property LLC intends to build 15 of these units between three separate buildings while preserving the existing wetland areas on the site. • The City Council approved a letter to the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office requesting that the sheriff halt any planned installation of Flock cameras on public property in Vadnais Heights until the council receives more information about the use and management of the data collected by these cameras. Council Member Jerry Moynagh voted against the letter, concerned that it did not fully represent that the council was not permanently denying the use of Flock cameras in the city. The city anticipates hearing more from the sheriff’s office during a scheduled presentation in December. • The council passed a new fair housing policy, which describes its commitment to fair housing and will fulfill new requirements from the Metropolitan Council for the city to apply for local housing aid. • Public Works Director Jim Hauth presented plans for 2027 street improvements. This project will address 12 residential streets as well as a half mile of paved trail along Belland Avenue. This project area includes Belland Avenue, Costa Drive, Marigold Avenue, Meadow Brook Court, Parkwood Circle, Parkwood Lane, Primrose Path, Searle Court, Sunflower Circle, Sunflower Court, Witt Court and Woodgate Drive. The estimated total project cost is $1.9 million, of which $1.3 million is proposed to be a city contribution. The includes $50,000 meant to alleviate the burden of assessments on residents who own properties adjacent to the improved roadways. The assessment hearing was scheduled for Nov. 4. City staff have proposed a $6,000-per-unit assessment fee. The council accepted the feasibility study and the proposal from SEH for design and bidding services in an amount not to exceed $84,900.
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our customers to build them anything they need,” Olson stated. MME Group runs round-theclock operations with 120 full-time employees. Olson stated that the company has been a part of the Vadnais Heights business community since 1972, when it began as Minnesota Mold and Engineering. The original building was located on Kristen Court, where a tool shop is still located, but the business is in the process of moving all of operations to its Willow Lake Blvd. location. “That’s pretty exciting to have that
kind of an organization right here in downtown Vadnais Heights,” said Mayor Mike Krachmer. “Thanks for being part of our economy and part of our vibrant city.” Council Member Katherine Doll Kanne also expressed her appreciation, mentioning that she works for another medical device manufacturer. “I have so much appreciation for the services you provide to the medical device community,” she said. “You guys do help move technology further. Thank you for your contributions there.”
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White Bear student making his mark in dirt track racing Cedar Lake Speedway, he is focused on improving as a driver and pursuing his long-term goal of racing professionally. In this Q&A, Spicer discusses how he got his start in the sport, the challenges of competing at a young age, and what keeps him motivated every time he climbs into the driver's seat.
At an age when most teenagers are just beginning to think about getting behind the wheel for the first time, Mason Spicer is already competing wheel-to-wheel against seasoned adult racers on dirt tracks across Minnesota and Wisconsin. The 14-year-old Hugo resident began racing Quarter Midgets at age 5 and has steadily CONTRIBUTED worked his way through the ranks, Mason Spicer, 14, moving into a of Hugo, has been racing since the age full-size WISSOTA Super Stock last of 5. summer. Spicer, a sophomore at White Bear Lake Area High School this fall, views racing as much more than a hobby. Whether he's helping maintain his car, seeking sponsorships during the offseason or spending Saturday nights at
Q. Tell us a little bit about yourself. A. Racing is more than just a hobby for me. I take it very seriously and work every day to improve, with the goal of one day racing professionally. Q. When and how did you first get interest in racing? Who introduced you to the sport? A. I got interested in racing at a very young age because my grandpa raced Super Stocks, so I grew up around it. Around 5 years old, I got the chance to drive a go-kart, and that’s when my passion really started. My dad’s friend, Jeremy, helped me
get started by letting me drive his go-kart my first season. My dad eventually bought it so I could keep racing and improving, which led to a track championship. Q. What do you enjoy most about racing? A. I enjoy the speed and the competition. It’s something not many people get to experience, and it gives me something I can keep working at and improving in throughout my life. Q. How often do you race and what does your season look like? A. I race regularly at Cedar Lake Speedway, with about 20 Saturday night races for my class. I also travel to other tracks in Minnesota and Wisconsin, including Ogilvie Raceway and Princeton Speedway. The season runs from April through October.
do you balance those with racing? A. I mainly focus on racing, but I also play hockey for White Bear Lake. Q. What would you like our readers to know about the sport? A. There’s a lot more to racing than just driving. We spend a lot of time during the week working on the car — maintenance, repairs, setup and getting everything ready for race day. Racing has taught me responsibility, hard work and how to handle pressure. It’s a very competitive sport, and there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes that people don’t always see. Sponsorship opportunities are available, and any level of support helps me continue to grow in the sport. You can follow my racing journey on Facebook at Mason Spicer Racing. Thank you to my 2026 season sponsors.
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Fall colors and Homecoming spirit Above: Blaze orange was the color of choice for both spectators and parade participants in downtown White Bear Lake during the recent Homecoming celebration.
Above: Teacher of the Year Dr. Katelin Held, finds a variety of ways to display school colors and spirit while greeting the sizable crowd lining the streets during the afternoon Homecoming Parade.
At right: Members of the White Bear Lake volleyball team reveal a clear bias for their favorite sport while riding through downtown. Find more photos online at presspubs.com.
At left: In a recent addition to homecoming activities, coed Bubble Ball tournament participants bounce off one another while pursuing the ball.
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MAHTOMEDI & WILLERNIE Parker Fox’s big year: Lands Wolves job, marries hockey star Parker Fox finished a seven-year tenure as a college basketball player in March of 2025, but the Mahtomedi native has earned a cool way to remain in his favorite sport — by landing an NBA job. Fox, 27, has been hired by the Minnesota Timberwolves for their TV pregame and postgame show, having impressed the club with his radio work on a KFAN fan-line show the last two seasons. He also got married to a famous athlete recently; more on that later. “Wolves Live” will appear on DAZN (“The Zone”), a streaming network carrying Wolves games, starting with a preseason game against Detroit on Oct. 14. The first regular season show will be Oct. 25 when the Wolves host Toronto. “They heard my work a little bit the last couple years and they knew I was doing some games on Big Ten Network, and they reached out to me … I couldn’t say ‘yes’ fast enough,” said the former Minnesota Gopher in an appearance on Rosen Sports Monday, a video podcast hosted by Mark Rosen. “I’m very grateful to the Timberwolves and their staff for having me.” Fox, a 2016 Mahtomedi graduate, averaged 22 points as a senior with the Zephyrs. A 6-foot-8 forward, he starred for three seasons at Division II Northern State in Aberdeen, SD, best known for spectacular dunks
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gold at Williams Arena for two years. He played in every game, including 23 as a starter his last season. Fox, who has a master’s degree in sports management, caught on with KFAN with a Wolves call-in show, called “Howling with the Homies,” alongside Max Fuller and Justin Gaard, the last two seasons. He got further experience doing eight games on Big Ten Network last year.
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All hunters this year should plan to buy their license early to avoid the potential for any last-minute delays while getting a license. The Minnesota DNR launched a new electronic license system in June. The new system is functioning well, but it is a bit different, and users may find their first transaction takes a little more time as they acclimate. In addition, some individuals who had multiple records in the old system will require customer assistance from the DNR License Center to transfer their history and establish their account in the new system. For these reasons, hunters are encouraged to leave plenty of time for their license purchase. There are three ways to buy a license (mobile app, online or in person from a license agent) and three ways to carry it (paper, PDF or stored in the app). Customers can access the new system online at mndnr.gov/buyalicense or by searching “Minnesota DNR Licensing” in the Apple or Google app stores. If buying a license in person, hunters should check that the place where they want to buy it is selling them this year. Hunters can find in-person locations online at mndnr.gov/ licenses/agents-map.html.
Fall turkey and pheasant seasons begin soon
Minnesota upland bird hunters have two seasons to look forward to: fall turkey and pheasant. Fall turkey hunting season is now underway through Sunday, Nov. 1, offering hunters a challenge and another way to experience the outdoors. Hunters are allowed to take one turkey of either sex during the fall season. Fall turkey hunters may use a crossbow, bow or shotgun afield. More information is available online at mndnr.gov/hunting/turkey. Pheasant season is Saturday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027. Pheasant hunting offers both hearty exercise and the reward of excellent table fare, with the chance to get out in the tall grass, often with dogs, and enjoy the outdoors, especially in southern, central and western Minnesota. More information, including this year’s pheasant hunting prospects map, is available online at mndnr.gov/hunting/ pheasant.
Waterfowl hunting open The hunting season for ducks, coots and mergansers in the central reason runs Oct. 10 through Nov. 29. Hunting for geese runs Oct. 10 through Dec. 30. For more information, visit www.dnr.state.mn.us/ hunting/waterfowl/index. html.
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COMMUNITY BRIEF Power of 100 chooses Bear Boating for donation Over 100 women attended the Power of 100 event Monday, Oct. 5, at the Dellwood Country Club and selected Bear Boating as their nonprofit of choice for their collective donation. One hundred and CONTRIBUTED seventeen women donated $100, totaling $11,700. “We were honored to be the nonprofit chosen to receive a generous collective gift from a community 117 women strong. Thank you all so much for your incredible support! What a special evening you put on. A very powerful group of women indeed,” Bear Boating shared in a statement regarding the donation. Power of 100 will host its next event April 5, 2027. For more information, visit www. powerof100whitebearlake.com or find “Power of 100 White Bear Lake” on Facebook.
POLITICAL BRIEFS Learn about local candidates through online forum Candidates for Minnesota State Senate District 36, House Districts 36A, 36 B, 33A and 33B, Vadnais Heights mayor and council, and candidates for the White Bear Lake Area and Mahtomedi school boards recently participated in candidate forums moderated by the League of Women Voters. They are all available to view at lwvmn-wbla. org. The playback video is bookmarked for each question so viewers can hone in on segments that particularly interest them. White Bear 4 Democracy hosts discussion with Minnesota leaders White Bear 4 Democracy announces two upcoming programs designed for attendees to ask questions and better understand the challenges facing the state and nation. The first event, from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, will feature University of Minnesota economist Professor Hannes Malmberg, who will discuss our nation's approximately $40 trillion debt and what it could mean for three programs that millions of Americans depend upon: Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Professor Malmberg will explain complicated economic issues in understandable terms and discuss what citizens can do to help protect these programs and their long-term future. The Oct. 29 event will be held at Parkview United Church of Christ, 3737 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake. Justice Anne McKeig of the Minnesota Supreme Court will be the featured speaker at an event from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. The location has yet to be decided. Justice McKeig is a descendant of the White Earth Nation and made history in 2016 when
she became the first Native American woman appointed to a state’s highest court in the United States. White Bear 4 Democracy believes an informed and engaged citizenry is essential to a healthy democracy. For more information, contact Tom Snell at tomrobsnell@ gmail.com.
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The DFL Senior Caucus will cohost a listening session for seniors from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, Oct. 23, at Hugo City Hall, Oneka Room, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. N. Candidates want to hear directly from seniors about what they see as their greatest challenges and what they think state government can do to help support and protect seniors. House candidate Angela Thompson will lead this listening session, which is open to any senior in the northeast metro. Light refreshments will be served. Candidates who have confirmed attendance include Trina Swanson (U.S. House); Brion Curran, Josiah Hill and Jim DeMay (Minnesota House); and Heather Gustafson and Nat Smith (Minnesota Senate). District 33 covers Bayport, Dellwood, Forest Lake, Grant, Hugo, Willernie, Mahtomedi, Marine on St. Croix, May Township, Oak Park Heights, Stillwater and Stillwater Township. District 36 covers Birchwood Village, Centerville, Circle Pines, Gem Lake, Lino Lakes, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township. This event is paid for by the Neighbors for Angela Committee.
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December 19, 1949 August 17, 2026 With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle, and friend, Robert Dehen. Robert may have been the name on his birth certificate, but to nearly everyone who knew and loved him, he was “Uncle Bob” - whether they were related to him or not. Others knew him as “Ya-Ya,” a nod to his unmistakably Minnesotan habit of agreeing with whatever had just been said. Bob was the youngest of six children born to Leo and Mildred Dehen. Born in St. Paul and raised in Maplewood near Lake Phalen, he remained deeply connected to Minnesota throughout his life. In the mid-1970s, Bob purchased a home in White Bear Lake. Using his considerable carpentry skills, he expanded and transformed it into a welcoming place he could share with friends and roommates. In doing so, he created what became affectionately known as the “1560 Club.” Bob lived in that remarkable, ever-changing time capsule of a home with his longtime roommates, Chris and Mike, until his death. We would like to say Bob left this world while doing something he loved, but cutting the grass probably does not qualify. So, in true Uncle Bob fashion, we will choose to picture him on a golf course or out fishing instead. To his young nieces and nephews, Uncle Bob was the original “funcle” - part Uncle Buck, with just enough James Dean to make him undeniably cool. He wore his hair long, had a beard, rode motorcycles, and always had the best dogs. Pudge, Bowser, and Niki remain treasured family favorites. As children, we were not aware of Bob’s struggles; we simply loved him. As adults, we came to understand him more fully. We may not always have agreed with his choices, but he was still our Uncle Bob, and he was always family. Making sure someone was responsible for picking him up became a familiar part of planning family gatherings. No one would be less surprised by the news of Bob’s passing than Bob himself. He often said he was living on borrowed time, and given all he survived, he may have been right. He endured severe workplace injuries, a horrific motorcycle accident, and even a direct hit by a tornado. The rest of us assumed he shared the same genetic mutation as Keith Richards and would somehow outlive us all. Sadly, even a heart of gold eventually grows tired and needs to rest. As we grieve, we will allow Bob to rest peacefully and remember him as he was: resilient, complicated, generous, unforgettable, and deeply loved. A celebration of Bob’s life will be planned, with details shared through social media and family telephone chains. Please join us to share stories and photographs, reconnect with relatives and friends, and raise one final toast to the man who brought so many people together - our beloved Uncle Bob. Proceeded in death by his parents, Leo and Mildred Dehen (nee Stark), sisters Lucille and Carol (Mahre), brother John (Jack), and brother-inlaw Marvin Mahre. Bob is survived by his sister, Virginia and brother, William (Judith), sisterin-law Diane and 9 nieces and nephews. Private interment at Union Cemetery. Celebration of Life, October 24, 2026, 3pm - 7pm at “The 1560 Club”, 1560 Stillwater St. White Bear Twsp. 55110.
66, Jamestown, ND passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family Wednesday, September 30, 2026 after a long battle with COPD. Some of Debbie’s proudest accomplishments were raising her children and being instrumental in creating and managing the sober living homes known as Firm Foundations in Jamestown, North Dakota. Debbie loved dogs, especially Mocha and Maebelle. She had a green thumb that was evident the moment you walked into her home. Debbie was born September 29, 1960 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She maintained sobriety for the last 29 years of her life. She was tirelessly devoted to those she loved. She was a steward to helping others on their path to recovery. Debbie is well known for her words of wisdom; “this too shall pass”, “do you want to be right or do you want to be free?”, “Do the next right thing”, “Keep it simple stupid”-KISS. She is survived by her husband, Pete Loftsgard; mother Mary Louise Meredith; brother, David Lambert (Vanessa) Lambert; sister Holly Dahlseid; sons Joe Suess (Heather Baker), Seth Dahlseid, Erik (MaKenzie) Lofstgard, Kylan Loftsgard (Hanna Hallwachs); daughters, Alex Suess (Terrence McGillivary), Jasmin (Jordan) Gengler and 19 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial preferred to Firm Foundations Sober Living or charity of your choice. Celebration of Life Service will be 2:00 PM, Monday, October 12, 2026 at 1st Church of the Nazarene, Jamestown, ND with Pastor Greg Allen officiating. Eddy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
67, a lifelong resident of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 4, 2026. Preceded in death by his parents, Kathy and Ed. Survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Mary; three children, David (Michelle), Erica (Nick), and Laura; and four beautiful granddaughters, Delaney, Eliana, Naomi, and Logan. A one-of-a-kind husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend, and supremely talented pianist, Steven will be remembered for his love of family, gentleness, quick wit, and passion for music. His ability to play any request, or a game of ‘name that tune’ at the piano brought so much joy. It was truly a God given gift. A Celebration of Life will be held on November 15, 2026, from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Hugo American Legion. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Frederic Chopin Society.
97, passed away September 29, 2026, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Born February 4, 1929, in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Jean was known for her sharp wit, adventurous spirit, and love of travel. She and her husband, Kendrick “Ken” Sawyer, traveled throughout the United States and the world, visiting all 50 states. Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Ken; her son, Mark; and her brother, Allen “Tad.” She is survived by her sister, Pat; daughter, Karen (Ken); granddaughters Caitlin (Carlo) and Courtney; five great-grandchildren, Benjamin, Ellie, Charlotte, Oliver, and Xander. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. A Celebration of Life will take place around her birthday in February. Arrangements are with Honsa Family Funeral Home, Honsafamilyfuneral.com, 651-429-6172.
Marie F. Anderson Marie passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026. Memorial Mass was held 11AM Monday, October 12, 2026 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake. Burial at St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery. Mueller Memorial, 651-429-4944 www.muellermemorial.com
Of White Bear Lake / Mahtomedi, MN. Age 94 on September 30th. Born Rush City, MN. Preceded in death by husbands, Allen and Charles, son Mark; parents, Esther & Gunnar Berntson. Survived by sons, Larry (Ann), St. Louis, MO, Bill (Deb), White Bear Lake, MN; Evelyn wife of son Mark; grandchildren, Greg, Pati, Steven, Tim, Matt, Laura, Jacob and Megan; Great grandchildren, Blake, Lucas, Hadley, Noah, George, Emery, Rosemary, McKenna. Graduate of the U of M, Librarian & English teacher at White Bear Lake Schools. Librarian at First Lutheran Church and St. Andrew’s Village. Member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran church in Mahtomedi, MN. Visitation at 10:30AM followed by the Funeral at 11AM on October 17th at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN 55115. Interment Lakeview Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the donor’s choice. www.bradshawfuneral.com
Barbara “Barb” Peterson (Howell) Passed away on October 2, 2026. Preceded in death by son, Daryl. Survived by children, Gary (Denise), Theresa (Allen) Johnson, and Kim (John); 7 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. Memorial Gathering from 2-5 PM on Sunday, October 25 at MUELLER MEMORIAL 4738 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake. Service at 3 PM.
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Happy five-month Birthday Artemis and Apollo! The chicks are enjoying having free rein of the lake and appear to be making the most of it.
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Loon Chronicles XI: Happy 5 month birthday It is hard to believe that the chicks are now five months old. With boat traffic down, the chicks and remaining Loons are taking advantage of having free rein of the lake. No longer content to fish in one spot, they fly and dive everywhere, making it more challenging to find them. Underwater dives can last up to three minutes, and predicting when and where a Loon may surface, has become quite the guessing game. Artemis and Apollo tend to find each other later in the afternoon, often circling each other
before swimming away together. Artemis is more of a loner, while Apollo often is spotted with the subadults and visiting adults. Seldom are the chicks idle. They are doing exactly what they need to do to prepare for migration; nonstop fishing and staying clear of the Eagles. Fortunately, the Eagles have been busy going after the Coots and have shown little interest in the Loons. The migratory ducks are slowly starting to arrive as they make their way south. Last week, we spotted a group of skittish Western grebes in the middle
of the lake. The sunsets have been spectacular. Once again, the trees on Faye Duvall’s shoreline have set the stage for the east side of the Island. What better way to wrap up another two weeks of Loon watching, than to take in the 15th Annual Art Johnson Regatta, sponsored by the White Bear Sailing School. Today, we watched the Opti’s and 420’s in their last race. A picture perfect day for sailing.
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ZEPHYRS SPORTS BRIEFS Zephyr Hall of Fame adds state champ golf team The Mahtomedi Athletics Hall of Fame’s induction class for 2026 is the boys state champ golf team from 1983. They were presented the honor at a recent football game.
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Bears rev up air game, nip Ponies 32-29 in homecoming thriller BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
White Bear Lake had to change tactics and did so in spectacular fashion to win a homecoming thriller over Stillwater 32-29 Friday night. Wyatt Stachowiak heaved four touchdown passes, all over-the-top, connecting with Antonio Brown from 61 yards, then Colton Butts from 47, 38 and 20 yards, that last one for the lead with 34 seconds left. “We knew going into the game that we had to throw,” coach Ryan Bartlett said. “Stillwater is number one in the conference against the run. They are good at that. We had to throw, and Wyatt had a night. He really had a night.” The Bears (5-1) have been powered all season by thousand-yard rusher Brian White III. Stillwater (1-5) was determined not to let White beat them. White still battled for 95 yards in 18 carries despite BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED missing almost a half due to concussion Colton Butts celebrated the second of his three touchdown catches from Wyatt Stachowiak. protocol after a jolt to the head. Stachowiak completed 12 of 23 for 289 kickoffs that stuck the Ponies on the oneButts rambled 28 yards with a short yards with no interceptions. Butts caught and eight-yard lines. RJ Stuckey returned pass. Stachowiak hit Young for another six for 157 yards, Brown four for 118 and a kickoff 47 yards and dashed for a twofirst down. Then he lofted the gameFinn Young one for 12. point conversion. winner to a tightly covered Butts, who It was a back-and-forth game The Bears defense gave up 451 yards. caught it over the shoulder in the end with Stillwater’s quarterback also zone, his second last-minute game-winner Highlights were Reid Vickstrom’s outstanding. Braden Hatalla ran 25 times nine-yard quarterback sack, and Owen of the season. “Perfect pass,” said Butts. for 153 yards and three touchdowns and Louismet and Fred Steward recovering “That was on Wyatt. I caught it, but he was 9-for-18 passing for 152 yards. Tolu Stillwater fumbles. made a perfect throw.” Taiwo scored the other TD. The Bears will play at Woodbury (3-3) Bear special teams were a key factor. Hatalla’s four-yard score with 1:34 left on Wednesday. gave the Ponies a 29-25 lead. They tried an Chase Bachmeier had a 31-yard field goal, three extra points, and two coffin corner onside kick, but the Bears covered it.
Bear girls topple Ponies, finish 2nd in SEC White Bear Lake girls soccer finished second in a conference with three ranked teams after closing the Suburban East schedule beating Stillwater 1-0 on Tuesday and Cretin-Derham Hall 5-0 Thursday. Mounds View was champion at 8-0-1, followed by the Bears 8-1-0 and Stillwater 7-1-1. East Ridge was 6-3 for fourth place. Mounds View beat the Bears 2-1 and tied Stillwater 1-1. The Bears went 8-0 after that loss. “It hurts missing out on the conference title by a small margin,” said John
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Piper Heinsohn drilled a shot past the Cretin-Derham Hall goalkeeper.
Dierkhising, co-coach with Dave Ashley. “Looking back at the MV game — that late goal really hurt, especially coming off a misplay … but MV is a good team, and it’s been a while since they have won it, so good for them.” The Bears (13-2-1) are top seed in Section 4AAm and will host Two Rivers or Woodbury on Thursday with finals next Tuesday. Piper Heinsohn tallied the lone goal against Stillwater with 12 minutes left, off a pass from Iris Bloomquist. Goalkeeper Ali Ellis foiled
eight shots. The defensive crew was Bloomquist, Josey Butters, Lilah Paradise and Hazel Jung, while backup Alice Johnson blocked a Pony header off a corner kick to save a goal. Against CDH, Heinsohn delivered two goals in the first half and Grace Weierke three in the second half. Ellyse Oelker made two assists. Heinsohn has 19 goals and Weierke 14. Bruce Strand
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White Bear Lake (12-12) lost conference matches to Stillwater 25-11, 25-17, 25-13 and Cretin-Derham Hall 25-16, 25-19, 25-21 last week. The Bears went 3-2 at the St. MichaelAlbertville tournament. They lost to Willmar 20-25, 17-25; beat Nevis 25-18, 25-20; beat Sartell 25-12, 25-18; lost to STMA 15-25, 20-25; and beat Bemidji 26-24, 25-19.
TENNIS White Bear Lake finished dual meets with a 5-2 loss to Stillwater in Section 4 on Wednesday. No. 8 ranked Mounds View was champion at 8-0-1, followed by the No. 7 Bears 8-1-0 and No. 6 Stillwater 7-1-1. East Ridge was 6-3 for fourth place. Mounds View beat the Bears 2-1 and tied Stillwater 1-1. The Bears went 8-0 after that loss.
CROSS COUNTRY, BOYS White Bear Lake finished 10th of 19 teams at Alexandria on Saturday. Cameron Wolters placed 39th, Francis Volkmann 41st, Parker Hoel 48th, Daniel Arrowood 54th, and Lachlan Ellison 75th of 128 runners. Sioux Falls Washington won.
CROSS COUNTRY, GIRLS White Bear Lake placed ninth of 16 teams at Alexandria on Saturday, led by Mabel Nethercut in fourth place (19:48) and Logan Bailey 16th (20:19). Anna Rogers was 54th, Olive Abramson 67th and Eryn Bowen 81st among 113 runners. St. Paul Highland Park won. Bruce Strand SEE ZEPHYR SPORTS, PAGE 24
Bear boys finish 3rd in SEC soccer White Bear Lake boys soccer capped a strong bounce-back conference season with a 2-1 win over Stillwater and 3-2 loss to Cretin-Derham Hall last week to finish third. East Ridge was 9-0, CDH 7-2, the Bears 6-3 and Stillwater 5-3-1 for the top four among 10 teams. The Bears had virtually the same lineup last year that went 0-4-5 in conference. “Third place is our best finish in 15 years,” said coach Taelynn Gittins. “The team goal at the start of the season
was to host a section game and we are doing that. The guys are really excited.” Against Stillwater, Ike Barghini and Jose Chung found the net, each assisted by Diego Rios, while goalie Logan Metzger stopped 10 of 11 shots. Mason Voeller notched both goals against CDH. The No. 3 seed Bears hosted Stillwater on Tuesday in Section 4AAA. The winner meets St. Paul Central or Tartan on Thursday.
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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Wyatt Stachowiak White Bear Lake Football October 14, 2026 Wyatt Stachowiak, White Bear Lake quarterback, didn’t throw much the first five games as the Bears (5-1) rode a strong ground game. But when they needed an aerial attack against Stillwater, the 6-foot-2, 170-pound senior delivered four touchdowns and 289 yards, all over-the-top, precision throws, with no interceptions. “Wyatt is a hard working, dedicated and selfless kid. He really picks up the team,” said Cory Hazard, quarterback coach. “He was a backup for two years, and was ready when his turn came.” Stachowiak’s season totals are 810 yards and eight TD’s against three interceptions.
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ZEPHYRS SPORTS BRIEFS Mahtomedi picked up a 27-3 win at Tartan on Friday evening, sparked by Trevor Rogosheske with an 18-yard touchdown pass to Gavin
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In those games, goalie Sophia Boberg made 38 saves. Scoring goals were Lola Dambowy (two), Anneliese Ulschmid, Lucy Peer, Rose Prescott, Adalyn Beulke, Charlotte Monett, and Xiaobao Liang. Elise Aflakpi made three assists. The Zephyrs, 7-6-1 overall with five straight wins, hosted Chicago Lakes on Tuesday in Section 4AA. The winner plays at No. 1 Hill-Murray on Thursday, 5 p.m.
Bifulk and one- and eight-yard TD runs. He was 7-for-11 for 94 yards. Frank Schwieters scored on a 30-yard interception return. Isaac Opitz ran 17 times for 87 yards and Will Seevers 11 times for 62 yards. Bifulk caught six passes for 83 yards. Everett Kirkwood was 3-for-4 on conversions. Mahtomedi will host Cretin-Derham Hall (6-0) on Wednesday.
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Mahtomedi finished 4-4 in the Metro East (fourth place) and is 6-7-1 overall. The Zephyrs met HillMurray on Tuesday in Section 4AA. The winner plays at No. 1 St. Anthony Village on Thursday. In the last three matches, the Zephyrs tied Northfield 1-1 as William Russell scored and Sawyer Hagen made eight saves; beat South St. Paul 4-2 led by Caleb Nyquist’s two goals and two assists, with Ethan Buckingham and Maximillian Pollack also scoring; and edged Hastings 2-1 on two goals by Nyquist, assists by Pollack and Davin Wise, and six saves by Hagen.
TENNIS Mahtomedi reached the finals of Section 4AA with 7-0 wins over Columbia Heights and St. Francis last week. The defending champion, top-seeded Zephyrs (14-5) faced Totino-Grace in the finals Monday.
VOLLEYBALL In matches last week, New Life Academy, ranked No. 2 in Class 2A, foiled Mahtomedi 25-8, 25-10, 25-15. The Zephyrs (7-13) defeated North St. Paul 27-25, 25-21, 21-25, 2517 on Wednesday.
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Mahtomedi placed second of 15 teams in the Maroon and Gold Invitational on Saturday, Top three were Prior Lake 364.5, the Zephyrs 257 and Bismarck Century 245.5. The Zephyrs beat Two Rivers 94-81 Thursday,
The Mahtomedi girls finished a close second of ten teams in the Simley Invitational on Saturday, edged by Holy Angels 73 to 75. Woodbury was third with 90. Giada Garrity placed third (20:42), Quinn Griffith 15th (22:48), Emily Alexander 22nd (23:20), Lily Peck 25th (23:23) and Evie Krueger 27th (23:28) of 80 runners. The Zephyr boys were 12th of 17 teams. Nolan Dock placed 36th and Mason Mahmood 48th of 111 runners. Bruce Strand
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