Vadnais Heights Press by Press Publications

Press Publications 4779 Bloom Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 55110 CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 9 CIRCLE PINES, MN

Accepting new patients! 2300 Hwy 96, WBL 651-429-5354

Lundfamilydentistry.com

795515

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2024 VOL. 48 NO. 15 www.vadnaisheightspress.com $1.00

WHITE BEAR LAKE CONSERVATION DISTRICT: Ice in again PAGE 2

Community development gives annual report BY NOELLE OLSON EDITOR

CONTRIBUTED

Local band Freedom Train held a reunion after 53 years. The band started in 1969 and ended in 1971. Pictured in the front row from left are Joel Carlson and Louie Tuccitto. (From left in back) Myke Golben, Robin Cantor, Mark Larsen, Mark Heille, Donnie Frank and Dave Metz.

Local band reunites after 53 years BY NOELLE OLSON EDITOR

While babysitting his granddaughter, Louie Tuccito was showing her an old directory of North St. Paul High School. It sparked him to look up his old band members. “Our band was called Freedom Train and we were around from

1969 to 1971,” Tuccito, of Vadnais Heights said. “I was curious, and I missed them.” The band included Tuccitto, drums; Donnie Frank, guitar and vocals; Joel Carlson, keyboard; Mark Heille, bass and vocals; Mark Larsen, trumpet; Myke Golben, saxophone and keyboard; Robin Cantor, trumpet and trombone; and Dave Metz,

guitar and vocals. Frank went to Cretin High School, Heille to Mounds View High School and the others went to North St. Paul High School. Tuccitto was on a mission to reunite the band for a get together. He did some digging and made some calls. He reconnected SEE FREEDOM TRAIN, PAGE 7

Local Alumna makes way to the stars BY NOELLE OLSON EDITOR

CONTRIBUTED

Heidi Dierssen, class of 1985 Valedictorian at White Bear Lake High School.

SEE WHITE BEAR ALUMNA, PAGE 14

SEE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, PAGE 9

795234

Heidi Dierssen may not be an astronaut, but she is the project manager for SpaceX Falcon 9 Block 5 launch scheduled for Feb. 6. According to Dierssen, a professor of Marine Sciences at the University of Connecticut (UConn), PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) is a NASA Earth observation satellite mission. It will make global ocean color measurements to provide extended data records on ocean ecology and global biogeochemistry — carbon cycle — along with polarimetry measurements to provide extended data records on clouds and aerosols. “The ocean, scatters light back out a bit so you can see the color and the greener the ocean is, the more plant life there is,” Dierssen said. “The

bluer, the brown or the more sediment or milk chocolatey kind of thing we see is reflected light from the sun that's actually gone through the atmosphere and then enters the very surface of the ocean and scatters back.” There are approximately 100 people on Dierssen's science team. “What they do is they say the ocean is going to look like this from space and then what can we say about

Vadnais Heights Community Development Department plans and maintains safe, sustainable, livable neighborhoods for residents. and encourages highquality development which strengthens local economy and improves quality of life. The department's responsibilities include building safety inspections, economic development, planning, zoning and housing. “Our department has three full time positions,” said Nolan Wall, planning/ community development director said. “Their work is outstanding and continues to be and will be in for the foreseeable future as long as they're with us.” Wall said major construction projects completed in 2023 include Buerkle Hyundai remodel, new dealership Luther Cadillac, Barnett Auto expansion and Helene Houle Medical Center expansion. Approved and still under construction projects in 2024 include the following: • Ansel Residences — 176-unit market rate apartments • Big Wood Brewery • Bluebird Grove — 21lot single family home development • Mondella Shores — 42-lot single-family home development • Vincent Estates — 22-unit twin-home development • Midwest ENT —

Expansion • Kwik Trip — Expansion • Connexus Energy Substation — Expansion • Luther Subaru — Expansion • T-Mobile cell tower at VHES — Reconstruction “Last year, we had just over 2,100 total permits, which is up pretty significantly from 2022 of almost 1,800,” Wall said. “The overwhelming majority is building permits.” According to Wall, zoning permits are handled by the planning division. Typically, they have to deal with accessory buildings, driveways, fences, signs and zoning letters, which is mostly part of a transactional process involving private property. Also, there needs to be some level of certification from the city that they're they're in compliance with zoning regulations. “We had 88 of those permits in 2022 and we processed 78 of them last year,” Wall said. “The breakdown is pretty well distributed between signs, fences and driveways. And just to clarify on driveways, we do require a zoning permit for any driveway improvement, we don't actually charge a fee if you're simply just picking up the pavement, whatever pavement that is and putting it back down within the same footprint. We only charge if you're making an

CIRCULATION 651-407-1234 circ@presspubs.com

NEWS 651-407-1230 vadnaisheightsnews@presspubs.com

ADVERTISING 651-407-1200 marketing@presspubs.com

CLASSIFIED 651-407-1250 classified@presspubs.com

PRODUCTION 651-407-1239 art@presspubs.com

2 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

Ice in (sort of), ice out, ice in again Credit: White Bear Lake Conservation District

Finally, White Bear Lake is officially frozen. Ice historian Mike Parenteau, who records ice-out and ice-in for the White Bear Lake Lake Conservation District, called it Jan. 18. “The final piece froze east of the (Dellwood) peninsula last Thursday,” Parenteau said, but warned, “that doesn’t mean the ice is safe.” As the accompanying chart shows, there was no ice-in data for 2023. Usually the lake freezes in December, but that didn’t happen this year. At least, the ice didn’t stay. According to Parenteau, who had his ice boat out in December, the lake never really froze over. Just two days before the official declaration, Parenteau reported to the district board that the lake “isn’t frozen yet.” Below-average temperatures midweek took care of the remaining open water.

2023

of the Pre ss White Bear Lake Vadnais Height s

Call your local, award winning Chiropractic experts today!

Dr. Dustin Carlson, DC

795604

2130 2nd Street White Bear Lake 651-762-8040

Ice-In Dates (limited data available):

DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER

New Auto Injury? Same Day Appointments to get you feeling well, fast!

Free

WHITE BEAR LAKE CONSERVATION DISTRICT | CONTRIBUTED

Other White Bear Conservation District news • Dellwood board member Mark Wisniewski reported that two environmental consulting firms responded to a proposal request to conduct a lake use study. The conservation district budgeted

$30,000 for a new study, last conducted in 2006, in the area of Commercial Bay. Blue Water Science, owned by

Steve McComas, came in with a $35,800 bid. McComas conducts the SEE CONSERVATION DISTRICT, PAGE 20

WiFi

Your Local Remodeling, Custom Home & Storm Damage Experts.

VFW On The Lake

Gregory Contracting

Post 1782 White Bear Lake

MARVIN

License: BC692167

651-213-0668 • gregorycontracting.com BAR HOURS: Sundays 11 am til 10 pm, Monday 11 am til 11 pm, Tuesday thru Thursday 11 am til 12 pm, Friday & Saturday 11 am til 1 am KITCHEN HOURS: Sunday thru Tuesday 11 am - 7 pm; Wednesday & Thursday 11 am - 8 pm; Friday & Saturday 11 am - 9 pm HOURS MAY CHANGE

794607

FebruaryCalendar 2024

SENIORS!

We make White Bear Smiles the Easy Choice!

4496 Lake Ave. South, White Bear Lake • 651-426-4944

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

1 Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 Horseshoes on ice! Hot Turkey 9:30 - 10:30 sign-up Sandwich 11 am start. $20.00 per team Double Elimination * Hamms Bear Appearance

Chicken Pot Pie

11am-gone

Happy Hour 4 pm - 6 pm

LUNCH Hot Meatloaf Hot Turkey

Fish 2 Sandwich 11 am - 4 pm

Fish Fry

SAT 3

RIB SPECIAL

4 pm - until gone 12 pm til Gone Happy Hour 4 pm - 6 pm

Fish 9 Sandwich

RIB Sloppy Joes Spaghetti & Sandwich Sandwich 11 am - 4 pm 11am-gone $3 Tacos 11 am - until gone Meatballs Fish Fry SPECIAL 11am-gone Seniors 62+ Happy Hour Happy Hour Happy Hour 4 pm - until gone 12 pm til Gone 11

15% OFF FOOD

4 pm - 6 pm

Chicken12 Pot Pie

LUNCH Hot Meatloaf Hot Turkey

15% OFF FOOD

4 pm - 6 pm

Happy Hour 4 pm - 6 pm

17 Fish 16 Horseshoes Sandwich on ice

Sloppy Joes Sandwich Sandwich 11 am - 4 pm 11 am - until gone Spaghetti & 11am-gone $3 Tacos Meatballs Fish Fry 11am-gone RIB Seniors 62+ Happy Hour Happy Hour Happy Hour 4 pm - until gone SPECIAL 18

4 pm - 6 pm

Happy Hour 4 pm - 6 pm

12 pm til Gone

19 20 21 22 24 Fish 23 Chicken LUNCH Hot Meatloaf Hot Turkey Sandwich Pot Pie RIB Sloppy Joes Spaghetti & Sandwich Sandwich 11 am - 4 pm 11am-gone $3 Tacos 11 am - until gone Meatballs SPECIAL Fish Fry 11am-gone Seniors 62+ Happy Hour Happy Hour - until gone Happy Hour 4 pm 15% OFF Happy Hour 12 pm til Gone 25

FOOD

4 pm - 6 pm

26 27 28 29 Chicken LUNCH Hot Meatloaf Hot Turkey Pot Pie Spaghetti & Sandwich Sandwich Sloppy Joes 11 am - until gone 11am-gone Meatballs 11am-gone $3 Tacos Seniors 62+ Happy Hour Happy Hour Happy Hour 15% OFF FOOD

4 pm - 6 pm

Too often, Seniors put up with a poor bite, missing teeth, problems with eating, bad dentures, or an unattractive smile. They just don’t realize that modern dentistry can offer options to more economically improve function, comfort, and cosmetics. Call us, and let us go over your options with you. You may be pleasantly surprised! We understand and we can help.

2023

of the Press White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

VOTED A TOP DENTAL PRACTICE BY:

We Make Smiles Happen Downtown White Bear Lake

651-426-8998

WhiteBearSmiles.com

4 pm - 6 pm

Google us! Your Friends and Neighbors give us GREAT reviews!

795539

795603

WHAT’S HAPPENING www.presspubs.com

When: 6:30 Friday, Feb. 2 Where: Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn, 4940 Highway 61 N. Details: Dance to the sounds of Wildcat Comb while supporting the Bear'ly Open fundraiser for the food shelf. Free hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and contests. Buy tickets online. Contact: bearlyopen.org

When: Noon Saturday, Jan. 27 Where: White Bear Lake County Park, 5050 Lake Avenue Details: The White Bear Lake Plunge has raised over $3M for Special Olympics Minnesota in its 22-year history. Sign up as an individual or team. Contact: plungemn.org

BEAR'LY OPEN

When: 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday. Feb. 3 Where: White Bear Lake County Park at Ramsey Beach Details: Golf-on-ice fundraiser for the White Bear Area Food Shelf. Players use golf clubs, hockey sticks, tennis rackets, or anything else that can propel a tennis ball through an 18-hole course. Games, food, beverages and activities along the way. Registration required. Contact: bearlyopen.org

PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

When: 8-9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 26 Where: WBLAHS North Campus, Student Union 5045 Division Avenue in White Bear Lake Details: White Bear Lake Education Foundation fundraiser will be held in lieu of the annual gala. Guest speakers and tours. Free, but registration required. Contact: 651-407-7696 or wblaef.org

GATEWAY STATE TRAIL CANDLELIGHT WALK

When: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26 Where: Gateway State Trail at Stillwater Road/ Wildwood Elementary School Details: Two-mile walk on a trail lit with hundreds of luminaries. Bonfires, hot beverages and marshmallows for roasting. Leashed dogs welcome. Contact: 651-231-6968 or Linda.Radimecky@state. mn.us

‘WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME’

When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 29 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long. Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Heidi Schreck’s Tony Award-winning play imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans, and addresses themes such as women's rights, immigration, domestic abuse, and U.S. history. Ticket information online. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org

LIONS CORNER www.whitebearlions.org www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/hugomn www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/wildwoodmn

From the Archives: White Bear Lake Lions Club sponsors ‘unusual’ project “We believe that the Lions sponsorship of this adult education program is a genuine community service,” said Getchell. “Businessmen, professional men, sales people, farmers, housewives, educators--every adult will benefit from this training. It will build a new enthusiasm, develop self-confidence, [and] create new understanding among the people in this area.”

Specifically, the Club sponsored a free Dale Carnegie Course in White Bear Lake. The demonstration course was held at the White Bear Senior High School Theater beginning promptly at 7:57 p.m. Club President Richard Getchell explained to the White Bear Press the reasoning behind the Club’s decision to

KENWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Club, like other service clubs in Minnesota, has had an important influence on human relations and leadership development in their communities. The course is for all persons, and is not confined to Lions members and their friends . The article notes that Dale Carnegie Courses began in 1912 and, at the time of the article, more than 1 million men and women are graduates.

Getchell said that the Lions

JOHNNY KITCHEN

Bingo every Monday eled Caatn6cpm

Booth 12-8 SAT-SUN 3-8 M-F Paper & E-tabs $1000 BINGO 1900 Co. Rd D, Maplewood 651-340-2789

Lic. #02378-015

When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28 Where: Hippodrome, 4855 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Free open ice skating for all ages. BYO skates;

sponsor the demonstration course..

On Jan. 24, 1966, the White Bear Lake Lions Club (“Club”) sponsored an unusual project to help develop future leaders in the community.

When: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 Where: Lowell Park, Stillwater Details: Old-fashioned ice cream social hosted by the Washington County Historical Society. Free ice cream, root beer floats and coffee; nominal charge for chili. Contact: 651-439-2298 or wchsmn.org

SKATE WITH BEARS

When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 Where: Blacksmith Lounge and Broaster, 17205 Forest Boulevard N., Hugo Details: See old sleds and support the Stillwater Snowmobile Club. Free admission for spectators. Food, drinks, and raffle tickets available for purchase. Contact: stillwatersnowmobileclub.org

White Bear Lake

WINTER ICE CREAM SOCIAL

When: 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: Orchestral instruments and musicians recreate the story of Peter, his animal friends, and the cunning wolf in a performance for all ages. See ticket information online. Contact: wildwoodartistseries.com

THE OLDER THE BETTER VINTAGE SLED SHOW

795531

BEAR LEGACY BREAKFAST

no hockey sticks. Contact: whitebear.ce.eleyo.com

Pull Tabs Every Day Open to Close 2185 4th Street, WBL 651.429.7111

Pull tabs 85% paper 85% E-tabs

$1000 Bingo

BINGO Every Tues. 6pm

Designer Purse Bingo

Tuesdays 6 pm

Meat Raffles

5 pm Tuesday & Friday

DAILY - open till close

3069 White Bear Ave, Maplewood 651-748-0316

6:30pm Every 3rd Wednesday Pull Tabs Every Day // E-tabs & Linked Bingo 1350 E Hwy 96, WBL 651.429.7609

Lic. 02378-012

When: 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 Where: Century College West Campus W-1170 and Caentury Art Gallery Details: Learn about the importance of art coursework and programming in the community college-and community-setting and view the current exhibition in the gallery. Free and lunch provided. Registration required. Contact: century.edu/giving/foundation-events

Lic. 02378-003

CENTURY COLLEGE LUNCH & LEARN

COMMUNITY DANCE

POLAR PLUNGE

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

Lic. #02378-013

JANUARY 24, 2024

4971 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake whitebeararts.org | 651.407.0597

4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake lakeshoreplayers.org | 651.478.7427

4941 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake childrensperformingartsmn.org | 651.336.8613

795589

WHITE BEAR LAKE | AVENUE OF THE ARTS

OPINION

4 VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

www.presspubs.com

JANUARY 24, 2024

The Election Year

t’s no surprise to anyone that we’re in the election year. Campaigning is already underway. Caucuses have been held in Iowa in stormy conditions, from the weather and the candidates. Some issues that are standing out in people’s minds across our country include thousands of illegal immigrants who have been crossing the border and being bused to various cities in the nation. We have an economy that’s come through strong inflation and signs of slowing are reported, but I don’t see much about prices being rolled back. Citizens are more and more concerned about the growing rate of crime. We also have a growing debt. It seems like both parties know to spend. With interest rates About the how up for government as well as for consumers, we are still in a Town tight squeeze with business and Gene Johnson consumer interest debt. For small businesses in and around our communities, wages have been pushed up, which in turn is reflected in increased prices. Probably the best news is the yield on treasuries, CDs and municipal bonds. If you have a low interest rate on your mortgage, don’t sell or move. Another reason I know it’s an election year is I’m getting a lot of mailings from candidates, organizations and political parties. There are also a lot of surveys arriving and every one of them asks for money. It seems to me sometimes you need to send money or they won’t count your survey, but I don’t know that for a fact. It just feels that way. Keep your eyes open and don’t watch the same TV station all the time. If you don’t get news sources on the internet with opposing views, you will continue to receive the same political slant on all the information you receive online. That’s called the technology of algorithms.

Mille Lacs Lake, love and death

On Jan. 12, Richard Gadbois from Isle, Minnesota was found dead in Mille Lacs Lake. I recognized his name. He grew up on Otter Lake Road in White Bear. I lived just north of there and was seven years older. I knew some of Dickie’s older brothers and had the privilege of having him take a group of our management team fishing on Mille Lacs Lake. Dickie became a legend in and around Mille Lacs Lake and Isle and Bruno, Minnesota. He either worked or owned a resort and every one of his customers was a friend. He had an infectious joy of fishing and would help in whatever way he could to make the trip successful and happy. The community called him an amazing man who lived an amazing life. He will be remembered for his humor, willingness to lend a hand, and his love for the lake and the people. He is survived by his wife Marge, son Dennis, and several siblings. His obituary is on page 20.

Success quotes

Good habits can be developed through repetition. By incorporating behaviors, tasks, and attitude to the regular routines, they usually become a habit, thus becoming natural and virtually effortless. Kellie Sullivan, author Success leads to success. But here’s something that may surprise you. The size of the success doesn’t seem to matter very much. When you feel successful at something, even if it’s tiny, your confidence grows quickly, and your motivation increases to do that habit again. BJ Fogg, behavior scientist If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters. Colin Powell Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications.

Distributed weekly in: Vadnais Heights

www.presspubs.com 651-407-1200 DISCLAIMER: Paid advertisements appear in Press Publications’ publications, including print and other digital formats. Press Publications does not endorse or evaluate the advertised product, service, or company, nor any of the claims made by the advertisement. Advertising does not influence editorial decisions or content. Press Publications reserves the right to refuse, reject, or cancel any ad for any reason at any time without liability.

Talking financial fitness with U of M

new year brings the Q: How can investments be part of opportunity to ring in my saving strategy? resolutions focused on Mao: Investments can be a positive changes. While powerful tool — helping to many resolutions revolve around potentially grow your money physical health, it’s equally over time by putting it into important to consider another different investment options, vital aspect of health — financial such as stocks, bonds or mutual well-being. funds. Growth is often seen in Dung Mao, the form of interest or dividends. Extension This growth can help you reach Educator in the your savings goals faster than Department of just setting cash aside. That Family, Health said, investments come with and Well-being, certain risks and losing money answers questions is possible. It’s important to about making understand these risks, be an financial goals informed investor and adjust and building a your strategy based on your Movers & habit of saving. comfort level and saving goals.

Shakers

to forget that money is deeply emotional. I am willing to predict that most of us don’t work for money solely to accumulate piles of paper or to see the numbers in our bank accounts grow. We work for money because of what money can give us, such as the joy in knowing we can provide for ourselves and our families. Joy could also come from knowing we could purchase gifts or afford enriching experiences for our loved ones. On the other hand, money can also evoke anxiety and stress, especially the feeling we get when we are not able to meet our necessities. Either way, recognize that money can directly affect our emotions and be mindful of that connection to help improve your overall mental health as well as how you make financial decisions.

Q: How can I make Q: What is your advice for dealing saving money a with financial setbacks? habit? Mao: First, life happens and it is Mao: Consistency important to be kind to yourself when it does. It is common to is key, no matter how much you have an illness, car problem, save. Start by saving as little as or something else that knocks a dollar each week. It may not us off the path toward our seem like a lot, but being able Q: What resources are available to help financial goals. When setbacks to save that dollar shows you me work on my financial well-being? happen, we tend to want to can save. Your goal could grow Mao: Extension offers many blame ourselves and run away to $10 or $100 each month in the resources and guidance to or give up. Here is what to do future. help with your financial instead: take a deep breath, Another way is to put away a journey, including budgeting, know that this is temporary and percentage of your paycheck. debt management, retirement remind yourself that you can Try saving 1% and see how you planning and more. Some people succeed. Adjust your plan and feel. If it doesn’t hurt too much, prefer to create a detailed plan, do it again. You got this! save 2% the next month, then while others take a more relaxed 3% and so on. Saving might be approach. No matter your tough at first — giving up your Q: How do emotions affect our situation, Extension’s resources morning coffee to save some relationship with money? can help you meet your goals. money could feel like a loss. It’s Mao: It seems whenever people Visit Extension’s Spending, important to remember that talk about money, it is usually saving, and retirement webpage saving for your needs and future in the form of numbers, charts, to learn more: extension. emergencies is actually a win. logic and material wealth. umn.edu/personal-finances/ It’s something to be proud of. When we see that, it is easy spending-and-saving.

Dung Mao

VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS | LETTER GUIDELINES • Limited to 350 words. at least four weeks must • Submissions must Include lapse between publication. a full name, address and Exceptions may be made for daytime phone number for rebuttal letters. verification. • Due to space limitations, • Letter writers must live, work letters that don’t address or have another connection local issues are not to Press Publications guaranteed publication. coverage area. • Repeat letters by the same • Letter writers are limited writer about the same to six letters per year and subject matter will not be Carter C. Johnson ............................... Publisher cjohnson@presspubs.com Gene Johnson ..................... Publisher Emeritus ppinfo@presspubs.com Shannon Granholm ................ Managing Editor quadnews@presspubs.com Noelle Olson............................................Editor whitebearnews@presspubs.com Patty Steele ...........................General Manager marketing@presspubs.com Randy Roberts ... Director of Sales & Marketing media@presspubs.com

Mary Peterson .................................... Designer art@presspubs.com Mary Peterson .................. Production Manager artmanager@presspubs.com Paul Dols ................................ Photo Journalist photos@presspubs.com circ@presspubs.com ............................. Circulation obits@presspubs.com ............................Obituaries classified@presspubs.com ..................... Classifieds callaspecialist@presspubs.com ........Call a Specialist

published. • Submissions containing libelous or derogatory statements will not be published. • Submissions containing facts not previously published in the Press must be accompanied by factual verification. • All letters are subject to

editing. • Deadline is 5 p. m. , Thursday of the week prior to publication. • To submit a letter, e-mail it to vadnaisheightsnews@ presspubs.com, fax it to 651429-1242 or mail or deliver it to Press Publications, 4779 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110.

COPYRIGHT© 2024 BY PRESS PUBLICATIONS, INC. Material may not be reproduced in whole or part in any form whatsoever. News ......................................................651-407-1235 Advertising ...........................................651-407-1200 Circulation ............................................ 651-407-1234 Classified/Obits ................................... 651-407-1250 Production ............................................ 651-407-1239 FAX ....................................................... 651-429-1242

Published Wednesdays by Press Publications, Inc. 4779 Bloom Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. Mailed Subscription Rate: $52.00 per year. Subscribe online at presspubs.com

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

To say we were shocked is an understatement. If a poll was taken to pick the number one problem with downtown White Bear Lake (besides the fact that many stores like mine are not open enough hours), the overwhelming response would point to the lack of available parking. The presentation by city staff last Wednesday was all about a beautification project and not about preserving or even increasing parking options. In fact, the project is expected to actually decrease the number of parking stalls by 59 in the downtown core. A project that is represented as a benefit to the downtown area and doesn't include an increase or at least maintaining the current number of stalls carries with it a total lack of understanding of what a business needs to thrive. Most of the businesses in the area have been slapped with property tax increases that exceed 40%. Ours was 52%. This project will also carry with it a rather hefty tax assessment that will be paid by the downtown building owners like us, and will result in yet another increase in prices for our fiercely devoted customers. I know that there is often a wide line between aesthetics and utility. I am calling on the city to go back to the drawing board on this and plan the aesthetics of the project around our current parking. I hope that all of you will join us in our quest to make downtown a little more accessible or at least not less accessible. Shawn Smith Owner, Eat at Banning and Fifth

Legislator should address indiscretion A few decades ago a local legislator representing the White Bear Lake area was caught in a much-publicized indiscretion. A few weeks after the event, I happened to encounter him in public,

where he profusely apologized for his behavior and its breach of public trust, and promised to give his constituents the best possible stewardship going forward. I could only encourage him to invest every effort to make things right, privately as well as publicly. About three months ago Rep. Brion Curran was caught in a publicized indiscretion. I've not had the privilege of chatting with her personally. But I do find the media silence, both on Ms. Curran's side as well as the media's, concerning her stewardship of public trust (or failure thereof) rather amazing. It seems there's been enough time to sort things out and answer to her constituents. Might we have something more to go on than hearsay? Especially with the approaching legislative session and election cycle, where it's too easy to let spin triumph over honesty. Possible? James Nash White Bear Lake

Beware of potential nominee Friends, I happened upon these Biblical writings not too long ago. During this time of famines, floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, drought and fire, one can't help thinking our world is spiraling out of control. In the Bible, in Revelations, there is a foretelling of the "Beast" or "Antichrist" who will come as man. He will be a citizen of the West, a powerful political leader. He will be a false spiritual leader, who deceives and demands his followers revere him. I can't help remembering a certain bellicose political leader stating, "I'm the only one who can help you!" I give you "Donald John Trump!" This man has sowed more division, hate and unrest than any other person in the last 60 years. He personifies the very evils the Bible has warned us about.

Friends— it's unimaginable that this man, Donald John Trump, will be the Republican Party's presidential nominee. God help us! Jimmy Brunzell, Jr. Vadnais Heights

Minnesota flag review A multitude of people are coming out of nowhere to defend an objectively ugly flag that they likely would not have recognized previously. With the impending adoption of the new Flag of Minnesota, it seems like a good time to review some simple misconceptions I’ve seen floating around. • “It’s boring. Where’s all the symbolism?” The proper response to this: “Do you actually mean, simple?” As someone who works in a design-based career, I take this one personally. Most people see something simplified and immediately jump to “boring,” but simple is what a flag needs. Flags are seen from a distance, and should be able to be drawn from memory. A few moments of meaningful symbolism in a simple design is what flag experts call for in the formula for a good flag. Detailed symbolism should go on a seal — something meant to be seen from 2 feet away on a piece of paper. (And for God’s sake, don’t put words on a flag!) The new design features a star — the North Star; two shades of blue — the night sky and our waters; and the shape of Minnesota. • “People didn’t have a choice.” The people elect lawmakers; lawmakers pass bills. The Redesign Commission meetings were open to the public, with open submissions. The chosen design was submitted from rural Minnesota. This process was all about hearing everyone’s voice. • “Erasing history.” This one is the most laughable. Minnesota didn’t have a flag until 1893, 35 years

after statehood. The flag was changed in 1957, and again in 1983; with multiple calls for extensive redesigns since the 1980s. The book-banning crowd seems to think the flag is being banned. No one is erasing the current flag from our “history”. It will simply sit next to the other flags that came before it. A parting thought: the most simple (boring) flags are the most notable ones, flown with pride. The U.S. Flag, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, District of Columbia, Chicago, Portland. Why is it so hard for some to accept that reality? James Matthes White Bear Lake

Don’t tell me I hate children Sen. Heather Gustafson (DFL-Vadnais Heights) has a priority issue. On one hand, she chief-authored a new law which provides free breakfast and lunches absent any means testing for children in Minnesota. Sen. Gustafson’s new program is close to $200 million more than she originally told us. On the other hand, she’s a former teacher, vice chair of our state education finance committee, and she knows 50% of Minnesota children are below grade level in reading, math and science. In my opinion, Sen. Gustafson's priority is focused on buying votes with our tax dollars vs. teaching our kids so they can succeed in life and have a prosperous future. Terry Nyblom Vadnais Heights

Evil similarities of slavery and abortion There is an obsession by one political party in Minnesota that is so dark, against natural law, in promotion of a culture of

Business owners:

Don’t leave money on the table.

death. Gov. Walz recently said, “I’m certainly open to, if the Legislature determines that’s the best route,” referring to enshrining abortion access in Minnesota’s state constitution. So, let me get this straight. The bill passed in the 2023 legislative session that legalized abortion through all nine months isn’t good enough? Not to mention removing language in state statute protecting babies who survive abortions while stripping funding from pregnancy resource centers. Can a civilized society vote to amend the Minnesota Constitution for the sole purpose of denying civil rights to a category of human beings, an unborn baby? The culture of death society is not civilized, it is evil. The evil of slavery and the Civil War is a dark chapter in history that we thought would not be repeated. Slavery and abortion have morally bankrupt similarities. Both involve entire segments of American citizens that are not considered persons in the eyes of the law. The U.S. Supreme Court Dred Scott v Sanford decision ruled 7-2 that blacks lacked the personhood of whites. They were considered mere chattel to be bought, sold or even killed. The Roe v Wade decision ruled 7-2 that unborn babies lacked personhood and could be killed, and their body parts bought and sold if it was the desire of the abortionist or the baby’s mother. Are we going to repeat history by denying civil rights to our babies? Stop this madness. Contact your legislator and demand justice for our babies. Stay tuned — rumor is that the dark forces are preparing to kill more Minnesotans with an assisted suicide law this session. More death! Nancy Johnson Vadnais Heights

White Bear Lake ROTARY ACADEMIC ACHIEVER

Be sure you choose an expert to help with your ERTC claim. The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) is one of the best kept secrets around and was recently expanded to benefit more businesses. Even if you received a PPP loan, you can still qualify for this Covid-19 benefit for up to $26,000 per employee. We’ve helped thousands of businesses claim hundreds of millions of dollars in ERTC funds.

Business owners: Book a free, no

obligation phone Don’t leave money on the table. $1,000 BONUS OFFER! call with the Use reference code

lawyers Be sure you choose an expert expert to help with your ERTC claim. WBLVAD for $1000 of and accountants

free at Easy Tax The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) is one of the best keptadditional secrets around and advertising was recently Credits with per-email expanded to beneﬁt more businesses. Even if youtoday! received a PPP loan, youthe can code still qualify for this Covid-19 beneﬁt for up to $26,000 per employee. We’ve helped thousands businesses claim when ofyou sign up for our hundreds of millions of dollars in ERTC funds. ERTC consulting services

793332

Book a free, no obligation phone call with the expert lawyers and accountants at Easy Tax Credits today!

Letters to the Editor E-mail letters to WhiteBearNews.com

$1,000 BONUS OFFER!

Promotional offer: some restrictions apply. Easy Tax Credits not

responsible for fulfillment of promotional offer. Use reference code Quad for $1000 of additional free advertising with the code per-email when you sign up for our ERTC consulting services

Luke Vipond

Rotary Matters

wblrotary1@comcast.net Mahtomedi High School

Luke Vipond is a committed student, fearlessly tackling challenges both within the confines of the classroom and in extracurricular pursuits. Demonstrating exceptional performance in CIS Physics and Engineering courses. Luke assumed a leadership role in Maht-O-Make-It this year and played a pivotal role with his Real World Design Challenge team to submit a top-tier notebook in the state competition, defending their previous year's state championship. Luke's expertise extends beyond mere academic prowess; he generously lends his assistance to peers and stands as a commendable role model within the school community.

Promotional offer: some restrictions apply. Easy Tax Credits not responsible for fulﬁllment of promotional offer.

EasyTaxCredits.com Phone: 1-234-CREDITS

Sponsored by

Jim Hanson MAEF

795598

Go back to drawing board on study

6 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

COPS&COURTS www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS

The White Bear Lake Police Department reports the following selected incidents:

The Washington County Sheriff's Office reports the following selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

• Officers responded to a dispute Jan. 10 in the 1800 block of Birch Street. • Debris blocking a turn lane onto Hoffman Road was picked up Jan. 10 and brought to public works and thrown into garbage. • Management at a business in the 4500 block of Highway 61 Jan. 10 wanted the White Bear Police Department aware of an ex-employee no longer welcome there. Officers advised to call if the employee shows up and they would assist in trespassing him. • A parked vehicle was struck by another vehicle Jan. 10 while parked in a business located in the 4800 block of White Bear Parkway. The parked vehicle sustained minor damage. The incident occurred several days ago. The driver of the other vehicle did not leave any information. Staff in the business was trying to help and called police for the owner of the parked car. The owner of the parked car was not interested in identifying the other driver, or any additional police services. He already had arrangements to repair the damage. He was provided a case number and advised to call if he changed his mind. • Officers responded Jan. 11 to the 3600 block of Willow Lane in response to a dispute between two parties. • Disorderly person was reported Jan. 11 in the 3300 block of Glen Oaks Avenue. • Officers responded Jan. 11 in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue in response to a disorderly conduct. The subject was gone before officers arrived. • Officers were dispatched to Cub Foods Jan. 12 in the block of Buerkle Road for a disorderly male who took items from the store without paying. • Officers attempted to locate a party with a felony warrant Jan. 13 in the 2000 block of County Road F. The subject was not located. • Officers responded to a noise complaint Jan. 13 in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road. • White Bear Lake Officers assisted the Minnesota State Patrol in stopping a driver Jan. 13 near I-694 and Highway 61. The driver was subsequently arrested by troopers for DWI. The investigate was handled by the Minnesota State Patrol. No White Bear Lake charges. • Officers checked the 4600 block of White Bear Parkway Jan. 13 for a party with a felony sexual assault and domestic assault warrant. The party was not located. • Officers responded Jan. 14 to the 2100 block of 4th Street on a report of disorderly conduct. • Officer responded to a disorderly conduct call Jan. 14 in the 4700 block of Campbell Avenue. • Disorderly conduct was reported Jan. 14 in the block of Century Avenue N. • A hit-and-run was reported Jan. 14 in the 4700 block of Stewart Avenue. A 17-year-old female from White Bear Lake was identified as the hitand-run driver. She was issued multiple citations. • Officers arrested a 50-year-old male for 4th Degree DWI Jan. 14 near the 2100 block of 4th Street. He was booked at Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center without incident. Vehicle remained parked on scene. • A theft occurred Jan. 14 in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road. • A disorderly conduct incident occurred Jan. 15 in the 4400 block of White Bear Parkway. No arrests were made. • A theft was reported Jan. 16 in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue. Upon officer arrival, the complainant wished to cancel the call. • Officers were dispatched Jan. 16 to the 3700 block of Highland Avenue on a report of an intoxicated driver who crashed into a tree and a parked vehicle. Officers investigated and found the 70-yearold female driver of White Bear to be impaired. She was arrested and later booked/cited at the Ramsey County Law Enforcement Center for 4th Degree DWI. • Theft from auto occurred Jan. 16 in the 1700 blk of County Road E E. An $18,000 loss. Suspect(s) currently unidentified. • Officers responded to assist the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office Jan. 16 on a weapons call in the 1500 block of Buerkle Road in Vadnais Heights. The call was deemed to be a swatting call. White Bear Lake Police Department was cancelled. Noelle Olson

Dellwood

• A business on Dellwood Road N. reported a vehicle left the road and crashed into its deer fence on Dec. 17, causing significant damage. A vehicle parts deposit found nearby led deputies to a suspect, who denied being involved or owning a vehicle matching the color of the pieces left behind at the scene.

Grant

• Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) deputies conducted a traffic stop at 11:41 p.m. Dec. 21 on Highway 36 and issued a citation for unknown violations. They conducted another traffic stop at 9:45 p.m. Dec. 23 in the 7000 block of Jamaca Avenue N. that also resulted in a citation. • A resident in the 8000 block of 89th Street N. reported a parcel stolen from the mailbox on Dec. 22. • A traffic stop at 11:38 p.m. Dec. 22 in the 8000 block of 75th Street N. resulted in a DWI arrest. Deputies conducted another traffic stop resulting in a DWI arrest at 10:03 p.m. Dec. 23 on 75th Street N. and Kimbro Avenue N. • A Keats Avenue resident reported an attempted scam Dec. 27 in which a person left a voicemail message claiming to be a Sgt. Harrison of the WCSO. The complainant didn't fall for the scam, but wanted it reported. • An unknown person was arrested Dec. 29 on Joliet Avenue N. at 110th Street N. for violating an order for protection.

Mahtomedi

• An unidentified male was arrested at 8:30 a.m. Dec. 16 on East Avenue for indecent exposure and for fleeing peace officers, after Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies were dispatched out to the scene of a man exposing himself, then urinating outside their apartment building. When deputies made contact with the male, he tried to flee and resisted handcuffing. • Deputies conducted a DWI arrest at 9:11 p.m. Dec. 16 on Wildwood Road. • A westbound motorist was cited Dec. 22 on Wildwood Road and Ridge Way for speeding

JANUARY 24, 2024

64 mph in a 45 mph zone by east-facing deputies on stationary speed patrol, who clocked her vehicle on radar. The driver stated she was lost and was working for Instacart. • A westbound motorist was verbally warned at 1:03 a.m. Dec. 20 on Highway 36 at the Hilton Trail ramp for speeding 70 mph in a 55 mph zone by east-facing deputies on stationary patrol, who clocked the vehicle on radar. Deputies described the driver's attitude as good, which may have helped prevent the citation. • An unidentified woman was arrested on a WCSO warrant Dec. 21 in the 6000 block of Warner Road after deputies responded to the scene for a property retrieval and conducted a computer research on the subject. It came back with the warrant. • A three-wheeler was reported stolen Dec. 22 from the 7000 block of Pinehurst Road. • The Public Works Department reported that one or more vehicles caused $500 in damage to the Wildwood Park ballfield Dec. 26. Multiple tracks showed that one or more vehicles had driven up the embankment at the south parking lot to tear donuts into the turf. • Wildwood Road residents reported an unknown person entering their apartment claiming to be a locksmith on Dec. 27. • Deputies conducted a traffic stop at 9:51 p.m. Dec. 29 on Century Avenue and Long Lake Road and issued a citation. They conducted another traffic stop at 10:15 p.m. on Warner Avenue and Grove Street that same evening and cited the driver for driving after revocation, after they pulled the vehicle over for no license plate lights.

Willernie

• A Trim Place resident reported $1,700 in cash stolen on Dec. 20. • A Minnesota motorist was cited Dec. 23 at the intersection of Chatham Road and Kimberly Road for failure to provide proof of insurance and was verbally warned for equipment violation, following a traffic stop for only one working taillight. • A cursing person was reported Dec. 26 on Stillwater Road for swearing at the complainant and walking away. The complainant told deputies the person later came back to apologize for the behavior.

RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reports the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:

Vadnais Heights

• Deputies on routine patrol Dec. 31 in the 800 block of County Road E arrested a male on an outstanding felony warrant, after they noticed a man known to them driving his vehicle. • A Vadnais Heights woman reported that someone had broken into her vehicle Dec. 31 while she was walking in a park in the 100 block of County Road F and stole her purse. The victim's credit cards were in the purse and were used fraudulently. • Deputies responding to a disorderly conduct report Dec. 31 banned a St. Paul man, 42, from a business in the 800 block of County Road E after he threatened employees with physical violence. • A St. Paul man, 42, was arrested Dec. 31 in the 3600 block of Labore Road for being in possession of a handgun, a controlled substance and a felony warrant, after deputies conducted an investigative stop due to suspicious behavior. • A Blaine woman, 36, was arrested Jan. 1 at the intersection of County Road D and Walter Street N. on an active Ramsey County warrant, after

she was pulled over for running a stop sign. The routine computer research that occurs during a traffic stop revealed the woman's warrant status, demonstrating once again that breaking traffic laws while under warrant doesn't usually end well. • A gas station manager on Jan. 2 reported that three individuals had come into the store in the 3200 block of Highway 61 and had verbally threatened and abused an employee. The case is under investigation. • A White Bear Lake woman, 31, was banned from a hotel in the 3500 block of Vadnais Center Drive Jan. 2, after hotel employees reported that the woman was smoking in the building and refused to leave when asked. • The manager of a coffee shop in the 1000 block of Highway 96 on Jan. 2 reported finding an identification card in the parking lot and turned it over to deputies. • A Maplewood man, 40 was arrested for DUI Jan. 3 at the intersection of Vadnais Blvd. and Vadnais Lake Drive, after deputies responded to an accident property damage report. The subject told deputies he had drunk the night before, had several beers that morning and had polished off breakfast with a shot of whiskey before

climbing behind the wheel of a vehicle and crashing it. • A maintenance employee of an apartment complex in the 4100 block of Centerville Road on Jan. 4 reported two females caught on camera breaking into a storage locker and stealing several items. • An Isanti man reported his black 2012 Chevrolet Silverado stolen while it was parked on the street overnight Jan. 4-5 in the 900 block of County Road E. • An Isanti man, 48, was cited Jan. 5 in the 1200 block of County Road D Circle for violating a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order (DANCO), after he turned up at his ex-girlfriend’s house and began verbally abusing her.

White Bear Township

• A resident in the 5900 block of Red Pine Blvd. reported that someone had thrown raw eggs at his house Dec. 31, possibly causing thousands of dollars worth of damage. • A Maplewood man, 38, was arrested for DUI at the intersection of Norway Pine Drive and Red Pine Blvd. Jan. 2, after he was pulled over for speeding. His arrest included a violation of an Order For Protection (OFP). • A resident in the 2100 block of Park Avenue on Jan. 4 reported her mailbox hit and damaged by a vehicle that drove away.

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

FREEDOM TRAIN: Getting the band back together, and talking about good old days FROM PAGE 1

with everyone except for Metz, who had passed away when he was 57 years old. “I was amazed to hear from Louie who I hadn’t talked to in over 50 years, and it turns out that he lives, you know, like three miles from me,” Larsen said. “It turns out that several of us live within a three-mile radius of each other. We probably bumped into each other at the grocery store and didn't realize it." Cantor lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He has a PhD in physics from Macalester College. “It was just amazing talking to Louie and it was just like it was yesterday,” Cantor said. “We hadn't seen any each other for so long and him making contact out of the blue was really pretty special.”

“It turns out that several of us live within a three-mile radius of each other. We probably bumped into each other at the grocery store and didn’t realize it.” Mark Larsen Band Member When Cantor came to Minnesota for a visit, the band met at a restaurant in Vadnais Heights. “We ended up staying there for four hours,” Tuccitto said. “Getting together with everyone and seeing them after all these years was just amazing,” Cantor said. “It’s unusual to meet people you haven’t seen for 50 some odd years and you can just pick up where you left off and have no ill will or problems with those people.”

Tuccitto was the youngest member of the band and a self-taught drummer. “These guys were all big shots and I played trumpet and tuba and they asked me, ‘Do you want to try out for a band? I said, ‘I have driver’s ed.’” Press Publications asked each surviving band member if they could play together again, what song would it be. The answers are as follows. • Larsen — “I Can’t Quit Her” by Blood, Sweat & Tears • Tuccitto — “”But It’s Alright” by J.J. Jackson • Frank — “Ride My See Saw” by the Moody Blues • Carlson — “You’ve made me so very happy by Blood, Sweat & Tears • Heille — “Time Has Come Today” by the Chamber Brothers • Cantor — “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” by Chicago • Golben — “Lady Slipper” by Myke Golben “My favorite song was one I composed for the band called “Lady Slipper” and it was a saxophone solo song, so naturally, playing my song was always a huge pleasure,” Golben laughed. Larsen noted the band performed well together. “I don't recall there ever being any problems regarding what songs to play and that kind of thing … everybody was always kind of on the same page,” Larsen said. “Myke Golben and I played together in another band prior to Freedom Train and Robin and I sat side by side in middle school and high school band for six years so we knew each other well.” Heille recalled mixed feelings reuniting with the band since he hadn’t had a relationship with them for over 50 years. “It was kind of an interesting thing, but the feelings were happy, and I missed those guys,” Heille said. “Suddenly we were all back together and it was nostalgic.”

CONTRIBUTED

(Front row from left) Freedom Train band members meet after 53 years in Vadnais Heights. Mark Larsen, Louie Tuccitto and Joel Carlson. (Back row from left) Robin Cantor, Myke Golben, Mark Heille and Donnie Frank.

Carlson, of Lino Lakes, recalled how the band was caring and helpful to one another.

“Getting us all together again has meant so much to me. I was the baby and these were my big brothers. Even today when I ride with them, that's exactly how I feel.” Louie Tuccitto Band Member “We had feeling from the heart and it just felt genuine,” Carlson said. “I can’t remember anybody having an ego. There was always just a feeling of trying to help one another have their best musi-

cal outcome.” Frank grew up in Shoreview and is in the Tom Petty cover band Free Fallin. Both he and Larsen are inducted into the Minnesota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. “It was great seeing everybody and talking about the good old days,” Frank said. “Talent-wise we played above our fighting weight and this band had a little pizzazz to it.” Since the reunion, the guys in town have reconnected and met for barbeques, dinner and went to a Minnesota Wild game. Tuccitto noted they are planning another reunion March 8. “Getting us all together again has meant so much to me,” Tuccito said. “I was the baby and these were my big brothers. Even today when I ride with them, that's exactly how I feel.”

Church Directory

White Bear Lake Area

Find the church that fits your needs.

1660 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake (Just off Hwy 96 & Otter Lake Road)

All Are Welcome!

790352

Church: 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake Parish Life Center/School: 4690 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake

787263

Masses: Saturday - 5:00 PM Livestream Sunday - 9:00 & 11:00 AM CHURCH OF ST. PIUS X

Daily Mass Tuesday, 6:00 pm, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 am Thursday, 9:00 am (Jun - Aug), 9:15 am (Sep - May) Weekend Masses Saturday, 4:30 pm. Sunday, 9:00 am. CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL Sunday, 11:00 am. Sacrament of Reconciliation: www.stjudeofthelake.org Friday 7:45 - 8:45 am Saturdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm 651-426-3245 | 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi By appointment

St.Jude

794438

stjohnwilderness.org

9am Traditions Worship 10:45am New Crossing Worship 10am Online ALL ARE WELCOME! Check our website for holiday hours wblumc.org 1851 Birch Street WBL 55110 White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church

OF THE LAKE

Sundays

8:00am In-person Holy Eucharist 10am In-person & Livestream Holy Eucharist

A Welcoming & Inclusive Faith Community

794295

9 & 11am Sunday Services | In-Person & Online | 10am: https://wbuuc.org/sunday-worship 791454 763580

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

787260

Children 5 years to 5th grade may participate in Children’s Church during worship.

2175 1st Street, WBL 55110 | 651.429.5351

788496

763244

Sunday Worship Join us on Sunday:

10:15 am in-person Worship Livestreaming on and Live-streaming on YouTube: YouTube:FPCWBL FPCWBL

office@ctkwbl.org | 651-429-4828 St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church

3878 Highland Avenue White Bear Lake • 651-429-5337 www.churchofstpiusx.org Masses: Sunday 9:30 AM & 6:30 PM, Monday, Thursday, & Friday, 8:00 AM, Wednesday 6:00 PM, Saturday 4:00 PM Reconciliation: Wednesday 5:00-5:45 PM, Thursday 8:45-9:15 AM, Saturday 3:15-3:35 PM, Sunday 6:00-6:20 PM

9 am worship in person & online at www.ctkwbl.org.

752983

3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 www.cslcvh.org / 651-429-6595 Sunday 9:30 AM worship in person/on-line Adult Bible Study 8:30 AM

Christ the King Lutheran Church

651-429-7771 Opt 1 www.stmarys-wbl.org

787261

Christ the Servant Lutheran Church

794437 757558

Service times are subject to change. Contact your local church or check church web sites for service time and online service information. 795600

rlcstpaul

785863 764532

2425 White Bear Avenue • Maplewood • 651-777-5200

790969

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.

751042

redeeminglovechurch.com

8 VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

PUBLIC NOTICES

CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vadnais Heights City Council will meet and conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, February 6 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 800 East County Road E, to consider Ordinance #772, amending Chapter 22 (Nuisances) of City Code to allow exceptions for managed natural landscapes. Anyone wishing to be heard in regard to this matter will be given an opportunity at this time. The materials are available for public review at City Hall during normal business hours. Questions or comments should be directed to Erin Spry, Natural Resource Specialist at erin.spry@cityvadnaisheights.com or (651) 204-5056. FOR THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS Kevin P. Watson, City Administrator Dated: January 2, 2024 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24 and 31, 2024.

CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2024 STREET IMPROVEMENTS SEH NO. VADNA 175533 CITY PROJECT NO. 2024-1 Notice is hereby given that Online Bids will be received by the City of Vadnais Heights until 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 15, 2024, via QuestCDN for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of 2024 Street Improvements. The bid opening will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https:// bit.ly/3NCrEBI Or call in (audio only) +1 872-242-7640, United States, Chicago Phone Conference ID: 376 945 882# Any person monitoring the meeting remotely may be responsible for any documented costs. Message and data rates may apply. Major quantities for the Work include: Est. Qty. Unit Description 12 EACH Clearing 28 EACH Grubbing 950 CY Common Excavation (EV) (P) 850 TON Select Granular Borrow 44 RD STA Aggregate Base Preparation 1,375 TON Aggregate Base Class 5 14,650 SY Full Depth Reclamation 3,300 TON Bituminous Mixture 225 SY 6” Concrete Driveway Pavement 33 EACH F&I Casting Assembly (Storm & Sanitary) 650 LF 4” Perforated PE Drain Pipe 150 LF 12”-18” RC Storm Sewer Pipe 6 EACH Remove and Replace Hydrant 16 EACH Replace Bolts and Box on Gate Valve 13 EACH 6” Gate Valve & Box 5 EACH Drainage Structure 21 LF Reconstruct Sanitary Manhole 15 EACH Minor Structure Repair (Storm & Sanitary) 2,900 LF Concrete Ribbon Curb, B418/D412 Concrete Curb and Gutter & D412 (Spot) 4,500 SY Hydroseeding 360 CY Topsoil Borrow The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. located at 3535 Vadnais Center Drive, St. Paul, MN 55110-5196, Scott Haupt, PE - 651.490.2000. The Bidding Documents may be viewed for no cost at http://www.sehinc. com by selecting the Project Bid Information link at the bottom of the page and the View Plans option from the menu at the top of the selected project page. Digital image copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http:// www.sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the “Project Bid Information” link and by entering eBidDocTM Number 8901290 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com. For this project, bids will ONLY be received electronically. Contractors submitting an electronic bid will be charged an additional $42 at the time of bid submission via the online electronic bid service QuestCDN.com. To access the electronic Bid Worksheet, download the project document and click the online bidding button at the top of the advertisement. Prospective bidders must be on the plan holders list through QuestCDN for bids to be accepted. Bids shall be completed according to the Bidding Requirements prepared by SEH dated January 16, 2024. In addition to digital plans, paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $90.00. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. A Contractor responding to these Bidding Documents must submit to the City/Owner a signed statement under oath by an owner or officer verifying compliance with each of the minimum criteria in Minnesota Statutes, section 16C.285, subdivision 3. The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the City. Jim Hauth, Public Works Director, City of Vadnais Heights, Minnesota Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24 and 31, 2024.

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-PUBW27524-KB OPENING DATE: 2/8/2024 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS QUALIFIED CONTRACTOR TO PERFORM CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENTS ALONG LARPENTEUR AVENUE, NORTH ST PAUL ROAD AND WHITE BEAR AVENUE. THE PROJECT INCLUDES GRADING, BITUMINOUS RESURFACING, CONCRETE PAVEMENT, RETAINING WALLS, SIGNALS, ADA IMPROVEMENTS, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24, 2024.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MANAGER

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2024 The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:04 a.m. with the following members present: Frethem, McGuire, Moran, Re-

www.presspubs.com

inhardt, Xiong and Chair Martinson. Commissioner Ortega joined the board meeting remotely pursuant to Minnesota Statues 13D.02, Subdivision1(b). Also present was Ryan O’Connor, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney’s Office. AGENDA of January 9, 2024 was presented for approval. Motion by Moran, seconded by Xiong. Unanimously approved. MINUTES of January 2, 2024 were presented for approval. Motion by Frethem, seconded by Xiong. Unanimously approved LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT – Read by Xiong. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS Public Works – Public Works Construction Quarterly Report for July 1, 2023 through September 30, 2023. Motion by Xiong, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2024-009) Property Management – Sixth Amendment to Lease Agreement with State of Minnesota for Space at Metro Square. Motion by Xiong, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2024-010) Board of Commissioners – Cancellation of 2024 Board Meetings. Motion by Xiong, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2024-011) Board of Commissioners – Settlement Agreement in Kiki Schroeder v. Ramsey County (Court File No.62-cv-23-822). Motion by Xiong, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2024-012) POLICY ITEMS Board of Commissioners – County Manager Continuity Planning Follow-Up. For discussion only. COUNTY CONNECTIONS – Presented by Ryan O’Connor, County Manager. Discussion can be found on archived video. OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS – Discussion can be found on archived video. BOARD CHAIR UPDATES – Presented by Chair Martinson. Discussion can be found on archived video. ADJOURNMENT – Chair Martinson declared the meeting adjourned at 9:59 a.m. CLOSED MEETING Pursuant to Minnesota Statues 13D.05, subd. 3(c)(3) (to develop or consider offers or counteroffers for the purchase or sale of real property), the Ramsey County Board will meet in a closed meeting, which is not open to the public. In Re Rice Creek Commons Outlot A of the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Site The Closed Meeting was called to order at 1:33 p.m. with the following members present: Commissioners Frethem, McGuire, Moran, Ortega, Reinhardt, Xiong and Chair Martinson. Also present: Ryan O’Connor, County Manager; Kari Collins, Director, Community and Economic Development; Ella Mitchell, Redevelopment Manager, Community and Economic Development; Johanna Berg, Deputy County Manager – Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team; Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Office of the Ramsey County Attorney; Kathleen Ritter, Assistant County Attorney, Office of the Ramsey County Attorney; Alex Kotze, Chief Finance Officer, Finance; Deanna Pesik, Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer, County Manager’s Office; Mandy Malecek, Enterprise Risk Manager, County Manager’s Office; Jason Patten, Claims Analyst, Finance; Josh Olson, Deputy director, Community and Economic Development; and Mee Cheng, Chief Clerk – County Board, County Manager’s Office. The Board of the Ramsey County Commissioners authorized the Office of the Ramsey County staff to proceed as discussed in this closed meeting. The closed meeting was adjourned at 1:56 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24, 2024.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION

COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-23-1162 AMENDED 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 Jonathan C. Jensen, Decedent It is Ordered and Notice is given that on February 28, 2024, at 1:45 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at the Ramsey County Courthouse, St. Paul, Minnesota, VIA THE ZOOM REMOTE HEARING PLATFORM, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Michael S. Jensen, whose address is 391 1st Avenue SE, Cold Spring, MN 56320 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration. 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. Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8145. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) 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: Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Kimberly Smith, Deputy Court Administrator Date: January 11, 2024 ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER Meredith J. Boudrie (#0386573) Central Minnesota Law 141 East Broadway, Suite 7, P.O. Box 305, Monticello, MN 55362 Telephone: (763) 312-6300; mboudrie@centralminnesotalaw.com Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24 and 31, 2024.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION

COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-23-765 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of Sylvester Williams, Decedent NOTICE is given that on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 11:15 a.m. a default hearing will be held by this Court on the petition for formal adjudication of intestacy, determination of heirship, and for the appointment of Irene Robinson, whose address is 947 Lafond Ave., St. Paul, MN 55104, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in a supervised administration. No appearances are required. 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. Any charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceeding be given to the attorney general pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 501B.41, Subdivision 5. 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.

JANUARY 24, 2024

BY THE COURT: Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Kimberly Smith, Deputy Court Administrator Date: December 11, 2023 Petitioner is a Self-Represented Litigant: Irene Robinson 947 Lafond Ave St. Paul, MN 55104 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 17 and 24, 2024.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION

COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-23-1099 NOTICE OF REMOTE HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY In re the Estate of: Thomas Oliver Klefsas, Decedent. A Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed with this Court. The Petition represents that the Decedent died more than three years ago, leaving property in Minnesota and requests the probate of Decedent’s last Will, if any, and the descent of such property be determined and assigned by this Court to the persons entitled to the property. Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the Petition may be granted. If objections are filed, another hearing may be scheduled. Any charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceeding be given to the attorney general pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 501B.41, Subdivision 5. NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Petition will be heard using remote technology on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. by this Court using remote technology via zoom. Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8145. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that this Notice shall be published in a legal newspaper in Ramsey County once per week for two consecutive weeks in a row 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. BY THE COURT: Michael Upton, Court Administrator BY: Benjamin Linker, Deputy Court Administrator Date: December 5, 2023 Petitioner is a Self-Represented Litigant: Karen Klefsas 4572 Prior Ct., Arden Hills, MN 55112 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 17 and 24, 2024.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT

CASE TYPE: QUIET TITLE SUMMONS Casto Holdings LLC, a Minnesota Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff, v. Wells Fargo Bank National Association, fka Norwest Bank of Minnesota National Association, and all other persons claiming a right, title, state, or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein. Defendants. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO Wells Fargo Bank National Association, fka Norwest Bank of Minnesota National Association, and all other persons claiming a right, title, state, or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this summons located at: Kelly & Lemmons, P.A. 2350 Wycliff Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55114 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not Answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY: This action is to quiet title of said real property situated in the County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota legally described as: Lot 23, Block 9, Shoreview Oaks Dated: January 9, 2024 /s/ Chad D. Lemmons, Plaintiff’s attorney Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 17, 24, and 31, 2024.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Elixir Threads 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 1023 Highview Dr, New Brighton, MN 55112 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Cassandra Van Heel 1023 Highview Dr, New Brighton, MN 55112 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: January 16, 2024 Signed: Cassandra Van Heel Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24 and 31, 2024.

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online!

Find Findthe thelatest latestabout aboutour ourevents, events,programs, programs,services, services,and andnews newsonline! online! Cross app, or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. Absentee Voting Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, Absentee Voting has begun for the Mayor Officeand Hours cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! withsnowplows snowplows andgive givedrivers driversplenty plentyofof with Curbside Christmas Tree Recycling Curbside Christmas Tree Recycling

open volleyball. The cost is $3 per day, drivers plenty of room to do their job payable at the door, cash only, or you can safely. purchase 10-session punchcardOpen online In residential WinterRec Reca Programs Registration Open Skating Skating Rinks areas, they may back up Winter Programs –––Registration Rinks with snowplows and give drivers plenty of Presidential Nomination Primary, Curbside Christmas Tree Recycling Winter Rec Programs Registration Open Skating Rinks Mayor Krachmer will be holding Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, room todo do theirjob jobsafely. safely. Kuhel wixi ugu ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, room to their Free curbside recycling oflive live Christmas Oncue cuewith withthe thesnow, snow,our ourwinter winterrec rec Weather permitting, theice ice rinksat at Free curbside recycling of Christmas atOn cityvadnaisheights.com/OpenGym. in order to turn around. When roads are Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, Weather permitting, the rinks room to do their job safely. Free curbside recycling of live Christmas On cue with the snow, our winter rec Weather permitting, the ice rinks at held March 5.danbeeyey Voters may request a ahaan! adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! open office hours the second and fourth adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! treeswill willbe beavailable available January and 11.The The programsare areopen openfor forregistration. registration.Youth Youth Community Park andWestfield Westfield Parkshould should trees January 444and 11. programs Community Park and Park covered with snow or ice, watch for the trees will be available January and 11. The programs are open for registration. Youth Community Park and Westfield Park should ballot mailed to them from Ramsey Winter Parking Rules ofareas, the month. The Mayor - servicios Inresidential residential areas, theymay may back up ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, In they back up ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, trees should be picked upwithin within 48hours, hours, but -Wednesdays basketball, floorhockey, hockey, indoorsoccer, soccer,and and be beopen. open.Visit Visit ourwebsite websiteor or call CityHall Hallfor for trees should be picked up 48 basketball, floor indoor our call City -servicios In residential areas, they may back up ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios trees should be picked up within 48 hours, but flashing white, yellow, and blue lights of basketball, floor hockey, indoor soccer, and be open. Visit our website or call City Hall for County or vote absentee-in-person at but ynoticias noticias en línea! Winter parking rules go through and aorder Council Member will be available inorder order toturn turn around.When When roads are yyweather. noticias en línea! in to around. roads are couldbe bedelayed delayeddue dueto toweather. Placeyour your adult TaiChi Chi Chaun andyoga yoga programsare are updates updatesas asthey theybecome becomeavailable. available. could Place en línea! adult Tai Chaun and programs in to turn around. When roads are could be delayed due to weather. Place your adult Tai Chi Chaun and yoga programs are updates as they become available. snowplows. Ramsey County, 90 Plato Blvd, Saint covered snowor orice, ice,watch watch for the April 1. No parking is allowed on any from 3:30with –with 4:30pm at City Hall, 800 covered snow for the treeat atthe thecurb curband andyour yourhauler haulerwill willpick pickititit available. Stay busywith with usthis thiswinter: winter: tree available. Stay busy us covered with snow or ice, watch for the tree at the curb and your hauler will pick available. Stay busy with us this winter: Never crowd a snowplow. Pass Paul. Additional locations will become Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! flashing white, yellow,and andblue bluelights lightsof of Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! flashing white, up at no charge. Remove all decorations and City street between the hours of 1 and County Road E.yellow, www.cityvadnaisheights.com/register up at no charge. Remove all decorations and www.cityvadnaisheights.com/register Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! flashing white, yellow, and blue lights of WinterShindig Shindig Winter up at no charge. Remove all decorations and www.cityvadnaisheights.com/register Winter Shindig snowplows only when you can see the available after February 16. For more snowplows. snowplows. do not place the tree in a plastic bag. The tree New toour ourrecreation recreation catalogthis this Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, do not place the tree in aatshaj plastic bag. The tree 6am. There is also no catalog parking allowed New to Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, snowplows. Embracewinter winterwith withVadnais VadnaisHeights Heights Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, Embrace docov not place the tree in plastic bag. The tree New to our recreation catalog this Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, Nrhiav ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, Embrace winter with Vadnais Heights Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, entire vehicle. Stay well behind plows Ice Rink Updates cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! information go to mnvotes.org or https:// Never crowd a snowplow. Pass snowplows cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! -- nyob Never (or sections of the tree) cannot be longer than cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! winter--Learn -Learn Learnto toSnowshoe Snowshoe classes!Learn Learn (or sections of the tree) cannot be longer than cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm hauvcrowd online! cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! winter classes! Never crowdaasnowplow. snowplow.Pass Passsnowplows snowplows Parks&&&Recreation! Recreation!Enjoy Enjoyhot hotchocolate, chocolate, immediately after accumulation of Parks (or sections of the tree) cannot be longer than cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! winter to Snowshoe classes! Learn Parks Recreation! Enjoy hot chocolate, to avoid any flying sanding materials, Westfield Park will not have an ice only when you can see the entire vehicle. www.ramseycounty.us/residents/ only when you can see the entire vehicle. seven (7) feet. Trees will be picked up by a the basics and gain confidence through cityvadnaisheights.com Facebook.com/CityVH seven (7) feet. Trees will be picked up by a Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, the basics and gain confidence through cityvadnaisheights.com Facebook.com/CityVH only when you can see the entire vehicle. cookies, ice skating, snowshoeing and all Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, cookies, ice snowshoeing and all seven (7) feet.Kuhel Trees will be picked up by dhacdooyinkeena, a two inches orgain more of continuous snow Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, the basics and confidence through cityvadnaisheights.com Facebook.com/CityVH wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan barnaamijyadeena, Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, cookies, iceskating, skating, snowshoeing and all Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, snow, and ice that could strike your rink this season. For updates on the Stay well behindplows plows toavoid avoidany any flying adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! Stay well behind to flying separate truck. There will be a$7 $7 charge foronlayn adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena ahaan! elections-voting/voters/vote-election-day. guided hike. Snowshoes provided! separate truck. There will be aaonlayn charge for adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena ahaan! auntil hike. Snowshoes provided! Stay well behind plows to avoid any flying thingswinter! winter! Join us forthe the Winter Shindig adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! things Join us for Winter Shindig separate truck. There will be $7 charge for aaguided guided hike. Snowshoes provided! the street is plowed curb to curb. adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! things winter! Join us for the Winter Shindig sanding materials,snow, snow, and icethat that could Ages vehicle. rink at Community Parkand please visit sanding materials, ice could treesplaced placed outside for pickup attimes times other Ages7+ 7+are are welcome (14and andunder undermust must trees outside for pickup at other welcome (14 sanding materials, snow, and ice that could onSaturday, Saturday,January January14 14at atCommunity CommunityPark, Park, ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios trees placed outside for pickup at times other ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios Ages 7+ are welcome (14 and under must ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios on Saturday, January 14 at Community Park, Violators will be ticketed and/or towed. on ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios Blood Drive strikeyour your vehicle. strike vehicle. thanthose those listed above. Be alert for dangerous snow clouds cityvadnaisheights.com/ice. be accompanied by an adult). www. than listed above. be accompanied by an adult). www. y noticias en línea! strike your vehicle. 651 County Road F,from from222to to pm. FREE y noticias en línea! 651 EEECounty Road F, 444pm. FREE than those listed above. be accompanied by an adult). www. y noticias en línea! y noticias en línea! en 651 County Road F, from to pm. FREE noticias enlínea! línea! a blood The Red Crossyynoticias is hosting Bealert alertfor fordangerous dangeroussnow snowclouds cloudsor or -- - Be cityvadnaisheights.com/register or conditions. Snowplows Sharing the Road with Snowplows --all cityvadnaisheights.com/register Be alert for dangerous snow clouds or -all all“whiteout” ageswelcome. welcome. Nopre-registration pre-registration ages No is cityvadnaisheights.com/register ages welcome. No pre-registration isis Adult Volleyball Open Gym drive at Vadnais Heights Commons on “whiteout” conditions. Snowplows can “whiteout” conditions. Snowplows can Sharing theRoad Road withSnowplows Snowplows “whiteout” conditions. Snowplows can required. can create clouds of blowing snow that Stay safe and slow down! During the Sharing the with required. Sharing the Road with Snowplows required. The AFSA High School gym ismay open create clouds ofblowing blowing snow that may on winter season, please remember to Wednesday, February 21During from 10am to create clouds of snow that Staysafe safeand and slowdown! down! During thewinter winter create clouds of blowing snow that may Stay slow the may conceal the road and hide driving Stay safe and slow down! During the winter Tuesday evenings 6 to 9pm and hazards Saturday concealthe theroad roadand and hide driving hazards conceal hide driving 4pm. Registration is required and can be season, please remember to share the road conceal the road and hide driving hazards season, please remember to share the road share the road with snowplows and give hazards. season, please remember to share the road mornings 7:45 to 9:45am for drop-in completed online at redcross.org, the Red cityvadnaisheights.com Facebook.com/CityVH

cityvadnaisheights.com cityvadnaisheights.com cityvadnaisheights.com

cityvadnaisheights.com twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights Facebook.com/CityVH twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights cityvadnaisheights.com Facebook.com/CityVH twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights Facebook.com/CityVH

cityvadnaisheights.com cityvadnaisheights.com cityvadnaisheights.com cityvadnaisheights.com

Facebook.com/CityVH Facebook.com/CityVH

Facebook.com/CityVH Facebook.com/CityVH Facebook.com/CityVH Facebook.com/CityVH

twitter.com/Vadnais_Heights Facebook.com/CityVH Facebook.com/CityVH twitter.com/Vadnais_Heights Facebook.com/CityVH twitter.com/Vadnais_Heights twitter.com/Vadnais_Heights Facebook.com/CityVH

Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, cov khoos kas, cov kev pab thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv hloov kho tshiab tshaj plaws txog peb cov koom txoos, cov khoos kas, cov kev pabcuam, cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios noticias en línea! ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios ynoticias noticias en línea! ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios yyynoticias en línea! ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios en línea! Visit www.cityvadnaisheights.com or call 651.204.6000. | City Hall Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visit www.cityvadnaisheights.com or call 651.204.6000. | City Hall Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondaythrough throughFriday Friday Visit www.cityvadnaisheights.com or call 651.204.6000. | City Hall Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., .. . Visit www.cityvadnaisheights.com or call 651.204.6000. | City Hall Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,Monday Monday through Friday

761568 761568 794247 761568

the latest about our events, programs, services, and online! Find FindFind the the latest latest about about our our events, events, programs, programs, services, services, and and news newsnews online! online! Find the latest about our events, programs, services, and news online! Nrhiav cov ntaub ntawv kho tshiab plaws peb cov koom txoos, Nrhiav Nrhiav cov cov ntaub ntaub ntawv ntawv hloov hloovhloov kho kho tshiab tshiab tshaj tshajtshaj plaws plaws txog txogtxog peb peb cov cov koom koom txoos, txoos, Nrhiavcov covkhoos ntaubkas, ntawv kho cuam, tshiab thiab tshaj plaws txog peb covhauv koomonline! txoos, covhloov kev cuam, pab covxwm xov xwm cov cov khoos khoos kas, kas, cov cov kev kev pab pab cuam, thiab thiab cov cov xov xov xwm nyob nyobnyob hauv hauv online! online! cov khoos kas, cov kev pab cuam, thiab cov xov xwm nyob hauv online! Kuhel wixi danbeeyey ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, Kuhel Kuhel wixi wixi ugu ugu danbeeyey ee ee kusaabsan kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, barnaamijyadeena, Kuhel wixi ugu danbeeyey ee kusaabsan dhacdooyinkeena, barnaamijyadeena, adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! adeegyadeena adeegyadeena iyo iyo wararkeena wararkeena onlayn onlayn ahaan! ahaan! adeegyadeena iyo wararkeena onlayn ahaan! ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios ¡Encuentra ¡Encuentra las las últimas últimas novedades novedades sobre sobre nuestros nuestros eventos, eventos, programas, programas, servicios servicios ¡Encuentra las últimas novedades sobre nuestros eventos, programas, servicios y noticias en línea! yy noticias noticias en en línea! línea! y noticias en línea!

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: On track for future of Vadnais Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights twi9er.com/Vadnais_Heights

FROM PAGE 1

expansion or proposing to make an expansion.” This year, phase two of the County Road E Corridor Action Plan will take place. Wall noted a consultant will be hired soon. “Phase two is less intensive of a public engagement process.,” he said. “It’s more trying to figure out branding,

marketing and sort of placemaking on the corridor, so less of a public process, but targeted strategic engagement with key property owners within that corridor. We’re going to go directly to them.” Wall shared information about the city’s home improvement loan program and have closed on one loan. “I’m expecting sort of a year-

end report that documents how many times there was interactions with a Vadnais Heights resident and sort of trying to understand if they just weren’t qualified or if they weren’t qualified for a portion of it,” Wall said. “Once we get that information back, we can have a deliberate conversation about making any changes to that program

and another discussion that we’ll have to have this year — once we get more guidance from the state of Minnesota — about additional funds that will be coming to the city for housing related tasks and resources, that will certainly be something that we can talk about to either expand the home improvement loan program or offer more eligible

projects within our current program. So, we’ll have more resources than we have now to do this important work.” The next Vadnais Heights City Council meeting is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 at City Hall.

PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Up North Lacrosse 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 2411 GREENFIELD PL MOUNDS VIEW MN 55112 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Steven Chew 2411 GREENFIELD PL MOUNDS VIEW MN 55112 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: December 27, 2023 Signed: Steven Chew Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24 and 31, 2024.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: G Guides 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 3392 Centre St. Shoreview, MN 55126 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Gregory Lowell Christianson 3392 Centre St. Shoreview, MN 55126 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: January 7, 2024 Signed: Gregory Lowell Christianson Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 17 and 24, 2024.

NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA

BOARD NOTES DECEMBER 6, 2023 The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 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 Forsberg at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members Present: Knisely-12, Jones-14, Forsberg-16, Oknesvad-282, Westerman-621, Yener- 622, Clark-623, Daniels-624, Theisen-831, Payne-832, Dols-833, and Hockert-834. Members Absent: Palmer-13. Also present: Dr. Val Rae Boe, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as presented, with the change listed above, limited discussion to the approved agenda, and accepted the list of items proposed for consent adoption. Board Calendar Dates

Thursday, January 11, 2024 - MSBA Annual Leadership Conference, Minneapolis Convention Center Friday, January 12, 2024 - MSBA Annual Leadership Conference, Minneapolis Convention Center Wednesday, January 17, 2024 - Regular School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. (upon approval of Agenda Item 9.3) Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items Kendra Nielsen, SEIU 284, addressed the Board regarding Union Contract Negotiations David Nathanson, White Bear Lake Parent, addressed the Board regarding sign language interpreter state licensing requirements. Presentation: First Reading of Board Policies The School Board was presented with the first reading of the policies: 207, 214, 406, 423, 424, 505, 701.1, 702, and 706. Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Boe commented on the following items that were included in her written report: (a) Member Highlights; (b) Safety Committee Visit to 287; (c) Wellbeing Activities; (d) Strategic Actions Update; and (e) Celebrating the Impact of 916’s Strategic Actions (South Campus Education Center). Approval of the Consent Agenda Approved the consent items, accepted as part of the approval of the agenda, consistent with the recommended actions presented by the administration. Approval of Minutes Payment of Bills and ACH Payments Personnel (Employment, Re-hire, Resignation/Termination, Rescind Resignation, Retirement, Eliminate Position, Adjust Hours/FTE, Leave of Absence, Position Reclassification, Reassignments/Transfers, New Positions) Donations Retirements (10+ Years) Accepted the resignation of Susan McAdam, Teacher, who provided the district with 13 years of service. Her retirement date is 11/3/2023. Approval of School Board Policies Approved the following policies which were presented for a first reading at the November 1 School Board Meeting: 101, 101.1, 102, 103, 501, 502, 503, and 508. 2024 School Board Meeting Dates Approved meeting dates as the first Wednesday, with the exception of the January meeting. January’s meeting is the third Wednesday, to allow time for member districts to name their representatives at their organizational meetings to the Northeast Metro 916 School Board and attend the MSBA conference. Approval of Laserfiche Contact Northeast Metro 916 oversees the licensing and vendor support for member district’s Laserfiche business management platform. This platform provides form submission, document processing, approvals management and long-term secure storage of critical business and educational documentation. This is the yearly renewal for the licensing on that system. A large portion of this licensing is reimbursed to Northeast Metro 916 by our eight participating member districts. Approved renewing its annual subscription to LaserFiche through OPG-3, Inc. effective December 19, 2023 through December 18, 2024 at a total cost of $75,484.73 Board Forum Chair Forsberg encouraged Board Members to attend the MSBA Leadership Conference in January. She also reminded Board Members that January will be the Organizational meeting in which officers will be elected. An email will be sent in the beginning of January asking Board Members to self-nominate for positions. Chair Forsberg shared that a survey was sent out to Board Members regarding the Board Retreat which was held in September. The results were given to 916 administration for future planning. If Board Members are interesting in the results, they can reach out to Rachel Anderson. Chair Forsberg and Superintendent Boe thanked Member Westerman and Member Yener for their commitment and years of service to the 916 Board. Member Knisely shared that the Centennial football teams are state champs this year.

Member Oksnevad shared that 916’s Safety Coordinator has been helping to train staff and implement Standard Response Protocol in her district over the last few months and they are very appreciative of his help. Closed Session In accordance with Minn Stat §13D.03, the Board met in closed session for the purpose of discussing Labor Negotiations Strategy from 7:26 p.m. to 7:42 p.m. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24, 2024.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA

PUBLIC NOTICE OF CHARTER COMMISSION MEETINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Ramsey County Charter Commission will hold its 2024 regular meetings at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, on the following dates: February 5, 2024; May 6, 2024; August 5, 2024; and October 21, 2024. For greater community accessibility and public participation, the Charter Commission meets at rotating locations throughout the county. Due to the ongoing health pandemic, the Charter Commission may also meet virtually when permitted under Minnesota Statutes Sec. 13D.01.021, subd. 1. Agendas, minutes, and location information will be posted 3 days prior to each meeting date at ramseycounty.us/CharterCommission. Any questions or comments may be emailed to ChiefClerk@co.ramsey.mn.us. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 24, 2024.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION

COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-23-1027 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of Gerald K. Sagstetter, Decedent Notice is hereby given that an Amended Application filed December 11, 2023 for informal probate of the above-named Decedent’s Last Will dated April 23, 2009 and Codicil dated May 18, 2018 (“Will”) has been filed with the Probate Registrar, and the Amended Application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following: Thomas J. Sagstetter, 25885 102 1/2 Street NW, Zimmerman MN 55398, 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 court otherwise 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. 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. BY THE COURT: Laura J. Stevens, Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Date: December 11, 2023 Attorney for Personal Representative Chad D. Lemmons Attorney License No.: 125039 Kelly and Lemmons PA 2350 Wycliff Street, Suite 200, Saint Paul MN 55114 Telephone: 651-224-3781; chadlemmons@kellyandlemmons.com Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 17 and 24,

10 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

794996

www.presspubs.com

WINTER

Staycation Beat the winter blues and leave the maintenance to us! • Join us for two to six months…your choice. • Let us take care of snow removal while you socialize. • Relax while we do the cooking and cleaning. • Try new hobbies and life-enriching activities. • Try out senior living before making a permanent move. • Enjoy access to on-site therapy/rehabilitation, a salon, spiritual care, wellness programs and more!

of the Press White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

795272

Call today to schedule a tour: (651) 429-9654 | cerenityseniorcare.org

2023

015-089 AD_Wtr Staycation_10.3x7.68_v1.indd 1

11/29/22 7:41 AM

FINANCIAL PLANNING

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

Build a nest egg in a time marked by a high cost of living

necessities so you can redirect funds to your nest egg. Cancel streaming services or cut back on dining out so those funds can be redirected to building a nest egg. • Take advantage of pre-tax opportunities to save. Pre-tax opportunities to build a nest include retirement vehicles like a 401(k). With these plans, money

is deducted from a paycheck before taxes, thus lowering workers’ immediate tax burdens (taxes are paid when funds are withdrawn) and enabling them to save more now. Some employers even match contributions up to a predetermined percentage, so enrolling in plans that offer employer match contributions can

W E N , R A E NEW Y ! S L A O G S SAVING

be an especially effective way to build a nest egg. • Begin living on a budget, and stick to it. The idea of living on a budget may seem simple, but it’s less common than some may recognize. A 2023 survey from the online financial resource NerdWallet found that 83 percent of the more than 2,000 adults

18 and over who participated acknowledged they overspend. Perhaps more telling is that 84 percent of respondents indicate they have a monthly budget but exceed it anyway. Individuals who want to build a sizable nest egg are urged to work with a financial advisor to devise a monthly budget and then stick to it. • Save for emergencies. A lack of emergency funds can quickly jeopardize a nest egg. Without a somewhat sizable savings account, individuals could be forced to borrow from their retirement accounts in emergency situations. That strategy hurts in more ways than one, as it both reduces the amount in the nest egg and also affects how much the nest egg can grow, as gains are greater when balances are higher. The NerdWallet survey found that 48 percent of respondents want to prioritize emergency savings, and that strategy can be vital to building a nest egg. A sizable nest egg can help anyone live comfortably in retirement, and various strategies can help people grow their nest egg even as the cost of living remains high. 795626

A rise in the cost of living has presented challenges to millions of households across the globe. As the cost of everything from food to natural gas to fuel for vehicles has risen, many people have struggled to find ways to save money, especially for their longterm goals like retirement. The term “nest egg” has long been associated with long-term financial goals like retirement savings or college tuition. But what are individuals to do if short-term costs get in the way of their long-term goals? There’s no magic formula for building a nest egg, but these tips can help anyone grow their savings despite the high cost of living. • Identify a specific, achievable goal. Simply resolving to save “more” without attaching a figure that defines what “more” is can make it hard to build a substantial nest egg. Examine your finances, including what’s coming in each month (i.e., take-home wages) and what has to go out each month (i.e, housing and automotive costs, etc.). Document these expenses and then identify an achievable goal to build your nest egg. If necessary, trim some fat related to monthly expenses that are not

Make Your 2024 Resolutions Count With A High-Yield Certificate! No minimum opening balance Locked-in rate Guaranteed returns Business & IRA certificates included Open a certificate online at rcu.org/SaveAtRoyal

Insured by NCUA.*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. APY is current as of 01/02/2024. Last changed on 01/02/2024. No minimum balance required to open account or earn APY. The above rate is subject to change at any time without notice. Dividends calculated daily, compounded and paid monthly. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal. Penalties could reduce the earnings and principal on the account. Membership required and account opening upon qualiﬁcation. Other conditions or restrictions may apply. Refer to our disclosures and service fees for more information.

795239

800-341-9911

12 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

SPOTLIGHT Ryan & Nikki Podewils

Pod’s Offers Free Wireless Internet While You Wait!

2023

OPEN: Monday – Friday • Family Owned and Operated • Dealership8am-6pm level service with personal feel! • Full service Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair. • Family Owned and Operated NEW & Saturdayfeel! Hours • Dealership level Extended service Hours with personal Mon -Foreign Fri 8am-8pm • Saturday 9am-2pm • Full service & Domestic Auto Repair This is3634 a different kind Scheuneman Rd. of repair center and Bear we Lake, think are426-4640 going to like it! White MNyou • (651) White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

Oil Change & Tire Rotation

Pod’s Offers Free Wireless Internet While You Wait!

Up to 5 quarts semi synthetic oil. Most cars and light trucks. Some restrictions may apply. Exp5/1/12 Pod’s 651-426-4640

Balance your life ~ Begin with your body

Reg .90 $50.89

Specialty Services

Deep Tissue, Swedish, Pregnancy (Pre/Post Natal), Cupping, Muscle Scraping/Gua Sha, Abdominal, Hot Stone, Hand and Foot Reflexology

Semi synthetic oil (up to 5 qts) Tire Rotation • 21-point inspections Top off all fluids

MM100

Spring Maintenance Special

169 www.Baguabodywork.com Reg $275

780334

repair service, or you’re looking for a friendly Brodie needs..Law Office, LLC Pothole SPecial $ Complete

Inside Salons by JC -White Bear Lake 1350 Hwy 96 E, Suite 18, WBL

Most carsnew and light tires, trucks. Dex-cool Some restrictions may auto apply. Exp5/1/12 You need youextra. need expert inspection as well as a vacuum. Pod’s 651-426-4640

25 OFF

NEW Luxury Massage Studio

Spray in Bed-Liners • Complete Auto Repair Vehicle Accessories • Automotive Detailing

Find us on Facebook for More Great Deals!

Coolant Flush • 4 Tire Rotate • Transmission Flush Tire When youBalance visitCheck us,•you’re probably Brake Inspection www.podstire.com Top Off All Fluids • Battery & Charging Test Pod’s is your one Every vehicle receives a 21-point for one of three Systems reasons: safety and maintenance dropping by Air Conditioning Performance Test stop shop for all

your automotive

Gail Anderson

Everyday Low Price.

MM101

60 OFF

* $ auto mechanic to answer your&questions Save Your Tires Estate Brake Service We offer full Planning honestly. We know this because we’ve been Suspension Components! Sprayed In Front Or Rear (Includes Free Inspection) service auto We willback inspect your vehicle helping folks get on the road in White Any Includes everything needed for a standard for any pothole damage brake service: Replace Semi-Metallic Brake repair, vehicle Bed Liner and perform a complete Bear Lake 1995! We also know you Service pads, Re-Surface Brake Rotors or Drums, Cleansince accessories Starting at2023 just $409 & Lube Brake Hardware alignment check FOR ONLY *Based on 15% of service. need tires you can depend on, that’s why and automotive Some restirctions may apply. Some restirctions may apply. Most cars & light trucks. Some restrictions may apply. Exp5/1/12 Exp5/1/12 Some restrictions may apply. Exp5/1/12 Exp5/1/12 we’re a certified dealer of the industry’s most detailing! Pod’s 651-426-4640 Pod’s 651-426-4640 Pod’s 651-426-4640 Pod’s 651-426-4640 MM110 MM115 MM102 MM105 of the Press trusted brands. That’s not all we do though. To advertise in your local Money Mailer call Jill Martin at (651) 341-5264 or (715) 246-3014. up to

795802

CERTIFIED

Find us on Facebook for More Great Deals!

of the Press

BAGUA BODYWORK MASSAGE Starting at just $99 Factory Scheduled Maintenance

CELEBRATING 28 YEARS OF SERVICE IN THE WHITE BEAR AREA

& Nikki Podewils The NextRyan Generation of Auto Repair

795235

ON BUSINESS

Your hometown

Your hometown Your hometown home & team Your hometown home & auto auto team home & auto team home & auto team

White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

272-10-051

® Scott William Bohnen, Agent Scott William Bohnen, Agent Scott William Bohnen, Agent When When with State Farm®, , you goyou withgo State Farm , Farm When you go with State ® 1981 Whitaker Street 1981 Whitaker Street 1981 Whitaker Street Agent Scott William Bohnen, When you go with State Farm you get neighborly service youget getneighborly neighborly service you service , White Bear Lake, MN 55110 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 1981 Whitaker Street Bus: 763-515-4655 you get neighborly service Bus: 763-515-4655 Bus: 763-515-4655 and aand local all for— a all for White Bear Lake, MN 55110 andaaagent local— agent local agent foraa scott.bohnen.vaayzv@statefarm.com scott.bohnen.vaayzv@statefarm.com scott.bohnen.vaayzv@statefarm.com Bus: 763-515-4655 and a local agent — allme forGive a surprisingly great rate. Give scott.bohnen.vaayzv@statefarm.com surprisingly great surprisingly great rate. Giveme me

Automotive Services

Charlene@brodielawoffice.com 651-429-3323

4665 White Bear Parkway, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

781402

Contact:

Charlene Brodie, Attorney Brodie Law Office, LLC

651-429-7609 1350 Highway 96 E 651-429-7609 651-429-7609 White Bear Lake

DELIVERY & TAKEOUT AVAILABLE

1350 1350Highway Highway96 96E E

carboneswhitebearlake.com White WhiteBear BearLake Lake

carboneswhitebearlake.com carboneswhitebearlake.com carboneswhitebearlake.com

DELIVERY &&TAKEOUT TAKEOUT AVAILABLE DELIVERY DELIVERY& TAKEOUTAVAILABLE AVAILABLE

NOW HIRING! NOW HIRING! NOW HIRING!

PLEASE PLEASE STOP STOP AND AND FILL FILL OUT OUT AN APPLICATION APPLICATION PLEASE STOP INININ AND FILL OUT ANAN APPLICATION DINE IN,IN, DELIVERY, TAKE OUT AVAILABLE DINE DINE IN, DELIVERY, DELIVERY, TAKE TAKE OUT OUT AVAILABLE AVAILABLE

220 200211 2022312 BE B B ES E ST ST T OF O O FF TH T T HE H EE PR P P RE R ES E SSS S of the Pre White Bear La ss Va Heighke ts

White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company State Farm Indemnity Company State Mutual Automobile State Farm FireFarm and Casualty Company Insurance Company State Farm Indemnity Company State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance State Farm General Insurance Company State Farm Mutual Automobile InsuranceCompany Company State Fire and Casualty Company Bloomington, ILFarm State Farm Indemnity Company State Farm Indemnity Company State Farm General Insurance Company State Farm FireFire and Casualty Company State Farm and Casualty Company State Farm County Mutual Insurance Company Bloomington, ILInsurance State Farm General InsuranceCompany Company State Farm General of Bloomington, Texas Bloomington, IL IL State Farm Lloyds State Farm County Mutual Insurance Company Richardson, TX of Texas State Farm County Mutual InsuranceCompany Company State Farm County Mutual Insurance State Farm Lloyds of Texas of Texas State Farm Florida Insurance Company Richardson, TX State Farm Lloyds Winter Haven, FL State Farm Lloyds Richardson, TX Richardson, TX 2001735 State Farm Florida Insurance Company Winter Haven, FLInsurance Company State Farm Florida State FarmHaven, FloridaFLInsurance Company Winter

of the Press Like a good neighbor, Like aisgood neighbor, StateLike Farm there. Likeaagood goodneighbor, neighbor, White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

State Farm is there.®® State Farm State Farm isthere. there. Like a goodisneighbor, ®

State Farm is there.®

Winter Haven, FL 2001735 2001735

2001735

Proudly Representing Over 50 Insurance Companies Providing and servicing insurance products for you, your family and your business; that I would want for myself, my family and BEST INSURANCE my business. AGENT 2022

of the Press White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

• Custom Truck Accessories • Lift Kits • Rhino Linings Sprayed In Bedliners • Tonneau Covers • Step Bars • Floor Mats • LED Lighting • Emergency Lighting

• 3m Paint Protection • Remote Starters • Off Grid Camper and Conversion Van Builds • Solar and 12-Volt Battery Systems • Custom Interiors Trailer Hitches • Roof Racks • Ladder Racks

Auto • Home • Life • Business

Brian Roelofs

86 Mahtomedi Ave., Suite B

651-888-4111 www.roelofsagency.com

brian@roelofsagency.com

Oil Change & Tire Rotation

$29.90 $49.90 $89.90 Semi-Synthetic

Full Synthetic

WANT TO ADVERTISE HERE? Call or email Vicki @ 651-407-1211 wbpressad1@presspubs.com

2023

of the Press

Customize with POD’s

768662

766416 715271 754536 715271 715271

dnais

BEST OF THE PRESS

787640

Call to Schedule Your FREE Estate Planning Consultation.

• Tires and Wheels • Air Bag Repair • Check Engine Light • Air Conditioning Repair • Coolant System Repair • 12-Volt Repair • Wheel Alignment • Fleet Services

great rate. Give me a callsurprisingly and getand a quote today. call get quote today. aacall and get aa quote today. a call and get a quote today.

786752

Ensure your loved ones are protected and your assets are preserved with a personalized estate plan.

• Brakes • Shocks and Struts • Engine Diagnostics • Engine and Transmission Repair • Steering and Suspension Repair • Water Pump replacement • Alternator Replacement

2022

Prem Synthetic

WBC110

Full service oil change (up to 5 qts) & Tire Rotation 21-point inspections Top off all fluids Most cars and light trucks

Dental care for the entire family

Some restrictions may apply. Exp.2/29/24

3634 Scheuneman Rd. | White Bear Lake • 651-426-4640

Dr. Joy Johnson

Specializing in cosmetic dentistry & same day crowns

651-653-3802

4100 Bellaire Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Factory Scheduled Maintenance

Starting at just $99

CERTIFIED

Everyday Low Price.

The Next Generation of Auto Repair • Family Owned and Operated • Dealership level service with personal feel! • Full service Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair.

Find us on Facebook for More Great Deals! Pod’s Offers Free Wireless Internet While You Wait!

NEW Extended Hours & Saturday Hours Mon - Fri 8am-8pm • Saturday 9am-2pm This is a different kind of repair center and we think you are going to like it!

Pod’s is your one stop shop for all your automotive needs.. We offer full

Every vehicle receives a 21-point safety and maintenance inspection as well as a vacuum.

Spray in Bed-Liners • Complete Auto Repair Vehicle Accessories • Automotive Detailing

Oil Change & Tire Rotation Up to 5 quarts semi synthetic oil. Most cars and light trucks. Some restrictions may apply. Exp5/1/12 Pod’s 651-426-4640

19.90

Reg $50.89

Semi synthetic oil (up to 5 qts) Tire Rotation • 21-point inspections Top off all fluids

MM100

Spring Maintenance Special

Coolant Flush • 4 Tire Rotate • Transmission Flush Tire Balance Check • Brake Inspection Top Off All Fluids • Battery & Charging Systems Test Air Conditioning Performance Test

169

Most cars and light trucks. Dex-cool extra. Some restrictions may apply. Exp5/1/12 Pod’s 651-426-4640

Complete $ 25 OFF Brake Service 99

Pothole SPecial

Save Your Tires & Suspension Components!

up to

Reg $275 MM101

60 OFF

794356

272-10-0513 LC

AROUND

Dental care for the entire family

THE LAKE

INSIDE: SPORTS

CLASSIFIEDS

Specializing in cosmetic dentistry & same day crowns

651-653-3802

CALL-A-SPECIALIST

4100 Bellaire Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 55110

794764

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2024

Dr. Joy Johnson

WINTER SPORTS: Attend a game this week PAGE 16

PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

Return of the land of ice and snow Above: Max Bork, Tyler Vannatta and Aubrey Bork-Vannatta take advantage of some late afternoon sunlight, for a skating session on a rink cleared on the surface of White Bear Lake. Following a record breaking warm December, a recent string of cold days and nights helped freeze the lake over.

Above: An inclusive sign welcomes skaters to a shoveled rink near the shore by Lake Avenue and Matoska Park.

At right: Shovelers were spotted last week preparing a neighborhood rink on White Bear Lake.

According to Ice historian Mike Parenteau, the reported ice in date for White Bear Lake was January 18, the latest on record.

At left: A group of ice anglers gather around one of the temporary shelters that have only recently appeared on the lake near the fishing pier and the White Bear VFW.

BAGUA BODYWORK MASSAGE

Submit your

NEW Luxury Massage Studio

in One Photo

Red Sale Starts Jan. 24 Stock up and Save on Frozen Original Apple Pies

Balance your life ~ Begin with your body

651-429-7202 Winter hours

Specialty Services

Deep Tissue, Swedish, Pregnancy (Pre/Post Natal), Cupping, Muscle Scraping/Gua Sha, Abdominal, Hot Stone, Hand and Foot Reflexology

www.Baguabodywork.com

Shop Local • Support Local!

Send photos to quadnews@presspubs.com

4742 WASHINGTON SQ.

AnchorCoffeeWBL@gmail.com

779770

Inside Salons by JC -White Bear Lake 1350 Hwy 96 E, Suite 18, WBL

THE ANCHOR COFFEE HOUSE 795802

795592

Tues – Thurs 10-5 • Fri – Sat 10-4 Closed Sunday & Monday Open thru February Check back for March hours North of White Bear Lake Off E. Hwy 96 on Apple Orchard Rd. www.pinetreeappleorchard.com

Love Story

Gail Anderson

795189

PINE TREE APPLE ORCHARD

THE ALCHEMIST Try the Sage Advice on our winter drink menu

795506

2 2 2 2 4 T H S T. W H I T E B E A R L A K E

14 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR LAKE ALUMNA: Set to study Earth’s oceans FROM PAGE 1

ocean biology and atmospheric clouds and aerosols and how do we uncouple the signal from the satellite and say things that are meaningful about the environment.” Dierssen said. “So we're trying to understand the biology with the optical signature that comes out of the ocean.” Dierssen also noted the mission will help better understand the large scale of things from space. “Because the oceans are so broad and we know so little about the many parts of them,” she said, “With traffic they're very remote and it's hard to get to on a boat. So having assets from space is very critical. Dierssen graduated from White Bear Lake High School in 1985 and was class Valedictorian. She attended Stanford

University and got her bachelors and master's degrees in four years. She was working on environment issues and wanted to get her PhD. She got her PhD at the University of California, Santa Barbara. “I read this paper in 'Nature,' which was a very clear journal back in the day,” Dierssen said. “It was about the ozone hole and the effect on phytoplankton in the southern ocean, and I was like, wow, what effect will the ozone hole have on life? I called the the author and said, 'I'm looking for graduate work.' He was a professor at University of California, Santa Barbara and he had got funding. his specialty was bio optics, the optical part of the UV spectrum and how we can see that from satellites in space. From that I started working with NASA and

they've funded most of my research over the years. They have an ocean biology and biogeochemistry part of NASA.” Dierssen's two daughters — Analiese and Melita — are following in her footsteps. “Analiese is a senior at Uconn studying biology,” Dierssen said. “My oldest, Melita, graduated from UConn and she now works for a climate change foundation called Ceres in Boston.” Dierssen has many fond memories of growing up in White Bear Lake. She said her family liked to cross country ski around White Bear Lake. “That's always a great memory and I am a snow gal,” she said. She has fond memories of skiing in high school and played on various sports teams. She also likes to sail. “My

sister and her husband are part of the Bald Eagle Yacht Club and I always try to sail with them whenever I can get into town.” “I moved away when I was fairly young but I always enjoy coming back to visit and love the summers in White Bear,” Dierssen said. “It's evolved over the years, but it still has that small town feeling in downtown. It's so beautiful. I'm always walking along the lake when I'm there and it's such a wonderful thing. The walking path, all the beautiful lights and lamp posts is such a wonderful thing. I just love the park on Lake Avenue. There's a tree for my mother's memory planted by the gazebo. I just have a lot of emotional ties to White Bear Lake.”

POLITICAL BRIEF Presidential primary voting underway

BEST RATE OF THE DAY CERTIFICATE SPECIAL

February is

Take advantage of special daily rates on our Certificates of Deposit!

Interest rates are consistently changing, so to ensure we’re always offering our best CD rates, each morning we will publish our “Best Rate of the Day.”

We provide comprehensive dental care for the entire family!

Visit our website for today’s BEST CD RATE!

793771

Not available on money currently on deposit at Cities CU. Offer subject to change without notice. Federally insured by NCUA.

RAFFLES • Friday 5pm •Wednesday 6pm

9AM 6PM

BINGO

MEAT RAFFLES WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 5PM

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

WHITE BEAR LAKE HOCKEY #03111

PULLTABS PULLTABS PULLTABS

WE OFFER A LARGE SELECTION OF GAMES!! $5, $4, $3, $2 & $1 85% PAYOUT! POSTED AND NON POSTED AND MUCH MORE!

Saturday at 12:30pm Saturday at 12:30pm BINGO Monday at 6pm Saturday at 12:30pm

License #03111 770839

BINGO MON & WED 6PM

White Bear Lake Youth Hockey

770839

THURSDAY’S AT 7:00pm MEAT RAFFLE FRIDAY’S AT 5pm

5677 147th Street North www.hugodentalcare.com 651-426-1639

795689

H ugo Dental C are

www.citiescu.org | 651-426-3773

Voting for the March 5 presidential nomination primary will begin in Minnesota on Jan. 19. In the primary, voters will have their choice of three ballots, one for each major party: Republican, Democratic-Farmer-Labor or Legal Marijuana Now. Voters can only vote in one party’s primary. Eligible voters in Minnesota can cast their ballot starting 46 days before the election. All absentee and mail ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. on election day. Voters can request a ballot to vote from home, find their local election office, find their polling place and view a sample ballot at mnvotes.gov. They may also call the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State at 1-877-600-VOTE (8683) to ask their voting-related questions.

White Bear Lake Hockey Association 779765

795595 790155 788206 785875

whitebearlakehockeycharitablegambling

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

SP TTED

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

AROUND TOWN

1. A surprise party celebrating Bill Foussard (seated) on his 70th birthday included special guests from the St. Paul Winter Carnival, such as “Klondike Kate” (center) of Vadnais Heights and the 2015 King Boreas LXXIX Dan Stoltz of White Bear Lake (far right).— Carter Johnson, Press Publications 2. Jeff Schafer of Dellwood was spotted in the classic vintage boat area of the Minneapolis Boat Show. The 1962 Johnson X boat sailed on White Bear Lake and was restored in 2019 to its original glory by Schafer, Steve Johnson, and Fletcher Driscoll. The 16 foot boat was first built by the Johnson Boat Works in 1932. It was a ribless designed hull constructed of two layers of cedar wood and continued to race on White Bear Lake through 2023. — Al Lindquist, contributed Send us your photos for possible inclusion in Spotted Around Town. Please email your best shot to whitebearnews@presspubs.com. Please include information about when and where it was taken and who is in the photo.

Discover What’s Next! Apply Today at century.edu.

go Discover.

Translations: Para Español por favor llame al 651-407-7625

Design Your Future. Create Your Success.

Follow whiTe Bear lake area SchoolS

/isd624

Xav tau ntawv Hmoob hu rau 651-407-7623

Join us! Why be a bear? Benefits of being a BEAR: • Student-centered instruction. We believe all students grow and learn in different ways and at different rates, all can achieve. • More academic opportunities to explore interests, excel and design your future. • Students are agents and owners of their own learning in an environment that is safe, supportive and challenging — with high expectations for student success. • Our educators inspire, facilitate, and challenge students, nurturing curiosity and confidence. We provide a window to their future. • We are transforming learning. Our flexible learning spaces and learning studios ignite opportunities for communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.

794630

Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.

Stay Connected •

e-Newsletter - The Community e-Newsletter is sent out each week, with alternating text and video editions. Text editions cover student and staff successes, school and Community Education offerings, and School Board proceedings. Request to be added to the recipient list by sending an email to us at communications@isd624.org.

•

construction Updates - Find updates about the construction projects happening throughout the district at isd624.org/BuildingOurFuture.

•

Stay Social - Join the district’s social media circles Facebook, Twitter/X and YouTube for daily 624 Fact posts and weekly video share-outs. Find links on the District’s website - isd624.org.

we are hiriNG! Find info at isd624.org/employment

Competitive wages / On the job training Chance to work near home / Flexible work hours Opportunity for: benefits, time off, holidays Make a difference for kids in your community

eNrOLL TODay White Bear Lake Area Schools

795269

A member of Minnesota State

16 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

This Week In

SPORTS

WHITE BEAR LAKE Thursday, Jan. 25 • 3:40 p.m. — Nordic Ski Boys Varsity vs. Multiple Schools at Cottage Grove Ravine • 4:20 p.m. — Nordic Ski Girls Varsity vs. Multiple Schools at Cottage Grove Ravine • 6 p.m. — Swimming and Diving Conference Meet vs. Woodbury at White Bear Lake YMCA • 6:30 p.m. — Gymnastics vs. Forest Lake (Home) • 7 p.m. — Boys Hockey vs. Mounds View

SPECIAL OFFER FOR L&B EXTRAS MEMBERS ONLY!

Friday, Jan. 26 • 7 p.m. — Girls Basketball vs. East Ridge • 7 p.m. — Boys Basketball at East Ridge

Saturday, Jan. 27

• 10 a.m. — Wrestling Varsity Invitational vs. Multiple Schools at South St. Paul High School • 3:15 p.m. — Girls Hockey at Roseville

Tuesday, Jan. 30

Limit 2 lbs. Save $1.24/lb. Offer valid January 25 – 31, 2024.

• 5 p.m. — Girls Alpine Skiing vs. Multiple Schools at Afton Alps • 5 p.m. — Boys Alpine Skiing vs. Multiple Schools at Afton Alps • 7 p.m. — Girls Basketball at Forest Lake • 7 p.m. — Boys Basketball vs. Forest Lake (Home) • 7 p.m. — Boys Hockey at Eden Prairie

Wednesday, Jan. 31 • 3:40 p.m. — Boys Nordic Skiing vs. Multiple Schools at Battle Creek Regional Park • 4:20 p.m. — Girls Nordic Skiing vs. Multiple Schools at Battle Creek Regional Park

Join L&B Extras for even more great offers! Sign up at LandB.mn/Extras or text EXTRAS to 55955* *Msg & data rates may apply. T&C/Privacy: http://bit.ly/1KfDUyv

Special offers just for Extras members

Digital coupons for use at checkout

Thursday, Jan. 25 • 3:45 p.m. — Nordic Skiing vs. Multiple Schools at Two Rivers High School • 6 p.m. — Gymnastics vs. South St. Paul • 7 p.m. — Boys Basketball at South St. Paul • 7 p.m. — Boys Hockey vs. Hill-Murray • Friday, Jan. 26 • 9:30 a.m. — Alpine Skiing vs. Hill-Murray at Wild Mountain • 5 p.m. — Wrestling Triangular vs. Multiple Schools (Home)

Saturday, Jan. 27

Jumbo Sumo Seedless Mandarins

MAHTOMEDI

• 10 a.m. — Wrestling Invitational at Rochester Century • 11 a.m. — Gymnastics at Eagan • 3:15 p.m. — Girls Hockey vs. White Bear Lake

Monday, Jan. 29 • 7 p.m. — Boys Hockey vs. Two Rivers High School

Tuesday, Jan. 30 • 10 a.m. — Nordic Skiing vs. Multiple Schools at Battle Creek Recreation Center • 4:30 p.m. — Alpine Skiing All Meet vs. Hastings at Welch Village • 7 p.m. — Boys Basketball vs. North St. Paul (Home) • 7 p.m. — Girls Basketball at North St. Paul

Wednesday, Jan. 31 • 5 p.m. —Wrestling Triangular vs. Multiple Schools at Highland Park

795231

4630 Centerville Road, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-653-0000

is hiring $24.00/hr

right now!

$3,000 Sign On Bonus

Text “Bus” to 52345 workatfirst.com 795254

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

SPORTS AND OUTDOORS

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

Bear girls follow setback with gritty win BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

White Bear Lake girls basketball absorbed its first conference loss, against Stillwater 67-58, but fended off Roseville Area 52-43, maintaining a two-game lead in the conference. “We needed this one,” coach Jeremy Post said. “And we won without our number two and three scorers.” The Bears (13-5 overall) are 9-1 in the Suburban East, followed by East Ridge, Roseville and Stillwater, all 7-3. Roseville (12-4) could have tied for first by beating the Bears.

Jordyn Schmittdiel didn’t have a good night shooting but battled for 14 points while spearing 15 rebounds. Abby O’Brien had 10 points, Cami Bachmeier seven, Elizabeth Wallek seven, Addi Post six, Maddy Thompson five, and Anna Bosman three. Schmittdiel averages 17.6 points, Heidi Barber 10.5 and Sarah Peopard 9.8. Barber was attending an event in Connecticut, where she will play softball next year. Poepard was on concussion protocol after getting hit in the Stillwater game. The Bears defense was strong as usual, holding the Raiders 20 points below their average and

their first time below 50. Kendall Barnes, a guard averaging 20 points, led the Raiders with 14. Post was not happy with the Stillwater game. “We had a big lead and we gave it away,” he said, blaming lack of focus and execution. “I kind of melted down at halftime.” Stillwater guard Amy Thompson poured in 36 points, including five 3-pointers and 11-for-12 free throw shooting. Schmittdiel tallied 23 points, Barber 10 and Wallek nine for the Bears (12-5). Elise Dieterle added 16 for Stillwater (10-4).

BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED

Cami Bachmeier (4) and Abby O’Brien (14) hounded Roseville’s high-scoring guard Kendall Barnes.

BEARS SPORTS BRIEFS WRESTLING White Bear Lake won three matches at home, then placed third of 18 teams at Park Center’s Pirate Classic tournament. Christian Carlson notched his 100th career win and Zach Carnes his 75th at Park Center. The Bears (10-7), on Parents Night, defeated Roseville Area 46-21, North St. Paul 61-10 and Mahtomedi 51-12. Going 3-0 were Logan Arends at 121, Carlson at 133, Sam Mortenson at 145, Kesean Lipscomb at 152, Porter Cleary at 160 and Carnes at 285. Going 2-1 were Tristen Moen at 114, Liam Doou at 127, Noah Ludwig at 139, and Charlie Woodcock at 189. At Park Center, the top three teams were Sauk Centre/Melrose with 251.5, Park Center 175 and the Bears 174. Woodcock and Carlson were champions. Sam Mortenson placed second, Lipscomb fifth, Carnes fifth, Ludwig sixth, and Moen, Arends, Gabe Kessel at 139 and Cleary seventh. White Bear Lake had three entrants in the girls division of the Pirate Classic, with Janet Demanou earning a championship. Demanou was 3-0 at 170 to place first among eight at 170 pounds. Calli Lacktorin was 3-1 for third place among eight at 124 pounds. Jamie Herring was 0-2 at 190.

BOYS HOCKEY White Bear Lake capped a 3-0 week with a 3-2 victory over Hermantown, ranked No. 2 in Class 1A, on a northern trip. The Bears (12-3-1) blanked Grand Rapids 2-0 there and Forest Lake 3-0 at home. Leo Gabriel, junior goalie, stopped 80 of 82 shots in the week. Scoring against Hermantown (11-4-2) were Kevin Laska (Will Distad

assisting), Tyler Lalonde (Nate Celski assisting) and Vinny Villella. Hermantown outshot the Bears 32-24 with goals by Bode Madill and River Freeman. Scoring against Grand Rapids (9-9) were Dylan Buetow and Lalonde. The Bears had a 38-19 edge in shots against Forest Lake (5-10-1) with Rafa Bastida, Distad and Maverick Timmons scoring. The Bears lead the Suburban East at 9-1 with Stillwater next at 7-1.

GIRLS HOCKEY White Bear Lake clipped Forest Lake 5-0 at home, then lost to Cretin-Derham Hall 3-2. The Bears are 12-8-1 overall, 6-7 in conference. Against the Rangers (8-12-1), Ava Johnson and Talia Domschot drilled two goals each and Lily Howard had the other, with Madelyn Lee providing three assists. Gabby Casa de Calvo made 23 saves in the shutout. The Bears took a 2-0 lead against CDH (12-10) on goals by Domschot and Grace Bailey (power play) in the second period. Abby Broz led the Raider comeback, drilling two goals and assisting on the go-ahead goal by Stella Hadac. Casa de Calvo saved 29 of 32 shots and CDH’s Grace Kemp 17 of 19.

BOYS BASKETBALL After a 0-12 start, White Bear Lake picked up its first victory over a good Stillwater team, 63-58, with balanced scoring and solid defense. Colin Piper netted 12 points, Rithy Sain 11, Thomas Cusciotta 11, Sawyer Collins nine, Gavin Krenz six, Colin McGonigal six, Korey Raheem five

and Nicholas Cardenas three. Jaden Jones and Carter Zollar had 13 each for the Ponies (7-6). “Awesome,” said Aaron Turner, new coach who also notched his first win. “It was fun to crack this seal that was so elusive and finally see all their hard work pay off.” He noted it was a team win with eight guys scoring. “With such a new team,” he said, “we have to remember the feeling of winning, and want more of it.” The Bears were knocked back in the loss column against Roseville 76-63 at home.

GYMNASTICS White Bear Lake defeated Mounds View/Irondale 134.15 to 129.475 in a dual meet, then placed fifth of 13 teams in the Below Zero Invitational at Park of Cottage Grove. “We had a great week,” said coach Kelly Rivers. The Bears are 4-2 in duals. Against MVI, Addy Mueller won all-around (35.225), bars (8.775, with a new double back dismount), vault (8.85) and beam (8.875). Grace Mueller was second on vault (8.8) and floor (8.85). Rachel Proffitt, the lone senior honored on Senior Night, placed third on vault with personal best 8.575 for a new half-twist on, full-twist off. At Park, the Bears scored 135.75. Addy Mueller was fifth all-around (35.55) and seventh on bars (9.0), personal bests. Strong on vault were Mueller (8.8) and Proffitt (8.5). Earning season-bests were Josie Mlejnek on bars (8.4), Amelia Ahrens on bars (7.6) and Taylynne McMahon on floor (8.65).

ZEPHYRS SPORTS BRIEFS Bush (8.00). Fox also won bars (7.925) with Bush third (7.50) and Eisenhuth fourth (7.475).

BOYS HOCKEY

CONTRIBUTED

Zephyr gymnasts at a recent meet.

GYMNASTICS Mahtomedi’s scores are lower than usual this year but the Zephyrs are 4-0 in dual meets after winning at Hastings 127.90 to 118.825. “It’s been a season of constant setbacks,” said coach Debbie Driscoll, who has 320 wins in 47 seasons. “One of our top kids is out for the season. Another was injured and is just coming back with limitations. Alix Fox rolled her ankle before the MGGOA meet and could only compete in two events. Then she missed the (home) invitational with Covid. We just keep working and we'll see what happens.” At Hastings, Fox was first all-around (32.625) and Margo Bruner second (31.650). The Zephyrs had the top four on beam with Fox (8.25), Natalie Eisenhuth (7.70), Bruner (7.55) and Addi Eitel (7.50), and on floor with Eisenhuth (8.76), Bruner (8.475), Fox (8.10) and Lily

Mahtomedi lost its lone game last week to Class 2A’s No. 9 ranked Eden Prairie 4-0 at St. Croix Rec Center. The Eagles (10-4-1) held the Zephrys (7-9) to 12 shots on goal. Wes Strub, goalie, faced 39 shots and saved 35.

GIRLS HOCKEY Ruby Eskin’s overtime goal lifted Roseville/Mahtomedi to a 4-3 win over a strong Woodbury team (16-3-1). Eskin scored a power play at 4:06 into the OT with Olivia Martin assisting. The Marauders (14-8) then beat Elk River/ Zimmerman 4-1 at home . All the goals against Woodbury came from special teams as Olivia Hartman scored on a power play and short-handed, and Rylee Bogren a power play. Woodbury had a 34-27 edge in shots with R/M goalie Lily Peterfeso making 31 saves. Scoring against the Elks (7-13) were Annie Tanner and Bogren on power plays and Victoria Nelson and Bogren even strength. Peterfeso had 25 saves.

BOYS BASKETBALL Mahtomedi won its lone game last week 89-57 win over Two Rivers (6-8).

Top scorers were Tyler Swanson with 24 points, Ethan Felling with 15, Micah Schmidt with 14 and Ben Carlson with 12. The Zephyrs (5-9) have won five of their last seven after an 0-7 start.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Anna Greene pumped in 39 points and grabbed eight rebounds but Mahtomedi

lost to Class 3A’s top ranked DeLaSalle 80-69 at home. “Excellent game. We were down by 21 but Anna led a rally to pull within three points,” coach Mark Gustafson said. Aneisha Scott sank 28 points and Jordyn Johnson 19 for the Islanders (13-3). Ella Frazier added 10 for Mahtomedi. The Zephyrs clipped Two Rivers 75-50 at home, their 35th straight conference win. They’re 5-0 in the Metro

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Christian Carlson Brol Scherman White Bear Lake Wrestling

Centennial Lacrosse Christian Carlson, White Bear Lake junior wrestler, reached the 100-win milestone whileCentennial placing first at 133 pounds in a Park Brol Scherman, junior lacrosse standout, has netted 22 goals and provided seven the Cougars (4-2) while Center tournament. Carlson was 5-0assists at thefor tourney and 3-0 notching ground balls (a at change ofraising possession statistic). the night before in 17 a quadrangular home, his record Scherman all-conference as a sophomore with 36 goals to 23-8 with 14 pins.was He was all-conference and a state qualifier and 28 assists.keeps The recruiting ILMCA of him: last season. “Christian things onwebsite an even keel,said works hard“Endto-endcoach playmaking with“He’s striking confidence both on and sets goals,” Craig machine Nasvik said. good on his feet. and off the field. Versatile offensive threat with strong outside He likes the cradle hold, like a lot of wrestlers do.” shooting and crease finishing skills. Magnetic team leader and positive influencer.”

Buyused used vehicles vehicles WeWeBuy FAMILYOWNED OWNED SINCe 1981 FAMILY 1981

Hoffman White BearLake, Lake,MN MN 35553555 Hoffman Rd Rd White Bear 651-488-8400 | www.longsauto.com 651-488-8400 | www.longsauto.com

PHONE: 651-407-1250 | EMAIL: classified@presspubs.com

CLASSIFIEDS

18 WHITE BEAR/VADNIAS HEIGHTS PRESS

www.presspubs.com

JANUARY 24, 2024

Press Publications suggests that you be aware of advertisers requesting payment for shipping merchandise. Confirm and verify all contact resources prior to sending any money. Take caution when responding to text messages that are not local numbers.

• CLASSIFIED LINE ADS

MONDAY THURSDAY9:00AM 4 PM • DISPLAY ADS

THURSDAYNOON 4 PM FRIDAY 651-407-1250 classified@presspubs.com (Earlier deadlines for Holidays)

160

Thank You

Hire Me

Thank You God, Saint Mary and Saint Jude for favors granted!

Ann's AwesomeHousecleaning - 20 Yrs experience. Dependable, Trustworthy References Avail. Call or text 651-776-7834

Health & Wellness HERNIA REPAIR? Did you receive the Mesh Patch Between 2018 and the present? Was the patch removed due to complications, you may be entitled to compensation. Attorney Charles Johnson 800/535-5727, Fax: 651/633-4442 IS 2024 YOUR YEAR? We're here for it and here for you. Reach your goals this year with Weight Watchers. Get started with THREE months FREE, visit www.weightwatchersoffer.com/48

300

For Sale John Deere 445 Garden Tractor, Electr. Fuel inject. All wheel steer AWS. Low hrs. Power flow leaf attach avail. $3,900 – Call 612-599-172nine

362

Miscellaneous SAFE STEP North America's #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 833/966-3882 TIMESHARE CANCELLATION EXPERTS Wesley Financial Group, LLC. Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt and fees cancelled in 2019. Get free informational package and learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. Call 855/534-9138

369

Want to Buy Older C7 HolidayTime Multi Color LED set, purchased at Walmart. Must be in Good Cond or New. 651-407-1200

• Employment • Employment • Employment • Employment •

Circulation calls; Help maintain customer information and routes; Work with youth and adult carriers. Please send your resume to AR@presspubs.com

Services

Small Engine Repair Free pick-up/delivery Hugo-WBL-VHCenterville; 40 yrs exp Call 651 260-8508

104

Hauling/Moving Scrap metal appliance pick up 651-329-0815

ready for a good home: email washingtonriley18@gmail.com

358

Firewood 100% 3YrDryRed Oak Fireplace Cord $150 RedOakFullCord $425 Call 651-214-0718 DryOak 8'x4'x16”$150 delivr'd 651-982-1672

362

154

Miscellaneous

Looking for a CONTROLLER – BOOKKEEPER Checkout our employment ad – Douglas-Kerr

DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous year-end tax credit. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 844/220-9501

Full Time

157

Part Time CIRCULATION – PT – 16 Hrs a week. Duties include: Circulation calls; Help maintain customer information and routes; Work with youth and adult carriers. Please send your resume to AR@presspubs.com PT Funeral Svcs Assistant Needed See our Employment ad – WashburnMcReavy PT DRIVER Needed See our Employment ad – WashburnMcReavy

FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET for those that qualify. Government program for recipients of select programs include Medicaid, SNAP, Housing Assistance, WIC, Veterans Pension, Survivor Benefits, Lifeline, Tribal. 15 GB internet service. Bonus offer: Android tablet FREE with onetime $20 copay. Free shipping & handling. Call Maxsip Telecom today! 866/433-5324

real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll free: 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free number for hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

Leadership positions available for flexible candidates.

Press Publications in White Bear Lake is seeking a staff writer to join its award-winning team. As a staff writer-reporter you will be responsible for coordinating editorial content and layout for our newspapers, website and social media pages. In addition to writing stories, the job will require attending meetings, taking photographs, assisting with the layout process, coordinating, writing occasional editorial columns and maintaining a positive relationship with the community at large. We are looking for a candidate who is an efficient writer, passionate about local community news and great at time managment. Candidates should have a degree in journalism (or a related field) and have relevant experience. To apply, please send resume, cover letter and three writing samples to quadnews@presspubs.com.

4687 Bald Eagle Ave., WBL 55110

Need a

new

direction?

That’s over

124,000

Readers per week! www.presspubs.com

to work 1-2 days, evening visitations, & every other weekend at our Shoreview and other chapel locations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Receptionist desk duties for a funeral chapel • Data entry accuracy with computer proficiency • Light housekeeping duties • (Driver) Valid MN Driver’s License Requirements: • Attention to detail • Excellent customer service skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Controller/Bookkeeper Summary of Responsibilities: Our growing construction company is looking for a Controller/ Bookkeeper to join our team. Controller should be able to successfully complete their tasks and are responsible for the financial and accounting functions of Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC. The ideal candidate has excellent communication and multi-tasking skills with an accounting/ financial background. Must have positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to team.

Pay and Benefits: -Pay will be based on experience -Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance -Paid time off -Paid training Contact Info: Qualified candidates, please contact Ryan Kerr at 320-679-8937 ext. 14 or email at ryan@douglas-kerr.com.

FULL-TIME

ACCOUNTANT Established newspaper groups in East Central Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin seeking an Accountant for their central accounting department located in Cambridge, MN. Qualified individual will have a 4 year accounting degree, have strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Job responsibilties would include monthly financial statements, management reports, A/P, A/R, cash management, quarterly P/R and sales tax returns, EOY reporting, and helping with yearend budgeting and year-end working papers. Reports to CFO. Room for advancement. Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance. Please send resume to: dharmon@countystar.com

Are you looking for something to keep your child(ren) busy? How about something that gives them cash? Talk to them about delivering newspapers! ROUTES AVAILABLE FOR WHITE BEAR PRESS: Rte 114 – S of Cnty Rd F – E of Bellaire Rte 122 – S of Cnty Rd F – E of McKnight Rte 123 – S of Cnty Rd F to W of McKnight Rte 124 – N of Birch to E of Hazel Rte 125 – N of Cedar to W of McKnight Rte 232 – N of 96 to W of 2nd Ave Rte 235 – S of 4th St – E of Otter Lake Rd Rte 262 – Lake Ave – E of Hwy 61 Rte 284 – S of Otter Lake – W of Otter Lake Rd Rte 294 – N of 96 – E of Portland Main Street Business District – downtown White Bear Lake Other Routes available, call our Circulation Dept. at 651-407-1246.

2023

Your Local CPAs for 48 Years!

of the Press White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

FREE 2 year review of past tax returns!

Personal & Business Tax Return Preparation • Bookkeeping & Payroll • Tax Planning & Projections • Estate, Trust & Gift Tax • Financial Planning • IRS & State Audit Help

Ramsay & Associates Certified Public Accountants 1620 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi 651.429.9111 | ramsaycpa.com

CHURCH BRIEF classified ads Run in All New choir director at area church 6 Press First Presbyterian Church of White Bear Lake has a Publications Newspapers

Seeking Part-Time • Funeral Services Assistants •Drivers

E-mail resume and cover letter to: humanresources@washburn-mcreavy.com

Preferred skills and Qualifications: - 5 years experience as an accounting or finance manager. - Proven payroll experience, with focus on streamlining accounting processes. -Working knowledge of finance law and regulatory standards (GAAP) -Strong history of financial project management. -Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and specialized accounting software. -Experience in construction industry is a plus. -Willing to grow and work with the right candidate.

Press Classifieds 451 2018 Dodge Quad, can help Fully Loaded – Like Rentals/ 305 you find New! $16,500 651430-1421 after 5p Pets/Services Commercial your next Gorgeous White&Brn EQUAL HOUSING 102 English Bulldog pups OPPORTUNITY, all job! Trucks/Vans/ SUVs

NOW HIRING Morning Day Shift

651-653-9845

369

6 Pc Early American Oak Bedroom Set incl. Tall lingerie dresser, Bachelor 3dr. Chest, 2 Nite stands w/ drawers, Dresser/ mirror, & Headboard. Excel. Cond, $1,000 or b/o. 651-592-707seven

Staff Writer

Duties include:

Want to Buy We Buy Vinyl Records Lps, 45s, Stereo Equip We make house calls by appointment. White Bear Lake Records 4775 Banning Ave,WBL wblrecords.com 651-224-4947

PRESS PUBLICATIONS IS SEEKING A

CIRCULATION Part time 16 Hrs a week

new choir director, Anna Ward. Ward, of White Bear Township, succeeds Andrew Beard, who moved out of the area after leading the choir for 14 years. A native of Bismarck, North Dakota, Ward received her Bachelor of Music, summa cum laude, from Western

795698

DEADLINE FOR

Michigan University. She went on to complete a Master of Music in voice performance at the Boston Conservatory. She taught at Wellesley College and at three community colleges. She has also achieved an impressive resume of roles in operas and operettas and in concerts as soprano soloist. She is presently on the adjunct faculty of the College of St. Benedict/St. John’s University. This is Ward’s first venture into choir direction.

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

PHONE:

EMAIL:

651-407-1250

callaspecialist@presspubs.com

northlandlandscape.com www.northlandlandscape.com Bonded Insured | Lic #BC638094 Bonded Insured • Lic #BC638094

ANGELUS PAINTING BEAUTIFUL RESULTS ARE JUST A BRUSH STROKE AWAY INTERIOR & CABINET PAINTING 35 Years of Experience

Todd Binde, Owner

ite bear wh pl

DRYWALL

TIME TO REMODEL?

c in g in

(651) 426-6000 www.whitebear plumbing.com

Call 651-261-3124 or email angeluspainting@gmail.com

AUTO SERVICE

Quality Home Building and Remodeling

ResidentIal CommercIal

umb

www.angeluspainting.com

ROOFING

Kitchen / Bathroom Basement / Deck

Check out our Models for design ideas.

*1 yr financing option available* SHERCO CONSTRUCTION

No job too small!

BATHROOM

Bathrooms by

www.youngcastlebathrooms.com

New Const & Basement Finishes Residential/Commercial

Forest Lake

CARPENTRY

Small Job Specialist

Commercial & Residential Interior Painting

ELECTRIC

s $AVE 3MITH s

651-307-6502 New Construction/Remodel Residential Commercial Competitive Rates

Schneider Custom Woodworks

ARROW ELECTRIC

Custom CABINETRY!

• Repair• Repair Circuits •Circuits Recepts Added • Remodels • Panels Replaced • •Recepts Added • Ceiling Fans Ceiling Fans • Electric Car Chargers Floyd DeHate, Master Electrician Master Electrician 651-346-8185 EMERGENCY EMERGENCYSERVICE SERVICE 651-383-5123

Commercial & Residential

Free Estimates & Callbacks within 24 hours

SmallJobs Jobs Welcome Welcome Small

651-213-6638

CLEANING

Military and Senior Citizen Discounts Available! 651-238-1850 brian@cedarspec-bestpainting.com cedarspec-bestpainting.com cedarspec-bestpaint.com

L D MARSHALL PAINTING

Scott or Linda • 651-426-9135 (office) • Interior only | Stain & Varnish • Painting of Home Furnishings (furniture, cabinets, mirrors, light fixtures, frames, etc.)

www.LDMarshallPainting.com

schneidercustomwoodwork.com

Dave’s New Look Services Your time is valuable! Let us take care of your needs!

applewoodremodelers.com

612.670.7004

• Small Jobs Welcome • Carpentry • All Handyman Services

Call Matt 612-246-7079

ALL BUILT RIGHT CONSTRUCTION

Call-A-Specialist

Tree Service

• Affordable Tree Trimming & Removal • Hedge & Shrub Shaping • Senior & Vets Discounts • Stump Grinding

Licensed & Insured

(651) 775-8602

ROOFING/RESTORATION Your Local Insurance Restoration Contractor

Exterior & Interior

Storm Damage I Fire Damage I Water Damage Licence #BC700945

section.

Ads are placed in

6 papers!

...That’s muchover easier.

124,000 readers!

Classifieds Call for details: Call 651-407-1250 to place 651-407-1221 your classified ad today!

651.333.0007

ROOFING

TIMBERLINE

ROOFING CONTRACTING Roofing AND Siding Windows Roofing Siding Windows

Storm Restoration Specialists STORM RESTORATION SPECIALISTS

651-287-3720

BATHROOMS ~ KITCHENS BASEMENTS ~ TILES

612-284-5329 Call-A-Specialist Call section today! 651-407-1221

Twin Cities Premier Home Improvement Company

651-238-6751 NorconHomes.com Locally Owned Since 1994

classified@presspubs.com

PAINTING

7KRURXJK UHOLDEOH KRQHVW DQG IULHQGO\

&DOO 7;7 'DQLHOOH 6WHLQHU IRU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ

We make this ... List your business in the

Cameron

Lic# BC638717 • Insured

ALL REMODELING

Tom Thill 651-433-4866 Lic. #005402

6WHLQHU &OHDQLQJ //& )UHH (VWLPDWHV

Licensed/Insured • Free Estimates

List your business in the

• Drain Cleaning • Hot Water Heating • Hot Water Heaters & Disposal • Well Pump Service • New Construction • Remodeling

651-500-1758

davesnewlookservices@gmail.com davesnewlook.com (Servicing Metro & Surrounding Areas)

REMODELING

HEATING & COOLING

Furnace & A/C Installations and Service Licensed, Bonded & Insured 651.426.4233 cphvac.net

• Snow Removal • Fall & Spring Cleanup • Residential & Commercial

Call Today! 763-785-1629

3APPLEWOOD BUILDERS

Insured / Lic #BC105943

%DVLF &OHDQLQJV 'HHS &OHDQLQJV 0RYH LQ RXW &OHDQLQJV

GENE’S TREE SERVICE & STUMP GRINDING

Free Estimates • Established 1987

PLUMBING

Household Waste Construction Debris Appliances Furniture

Lic. #BC-516217

Fresh start 2024!

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

,IC s "ONDED s )NSURED

CUSTOM WOODWORKS

Family Owned since 1967.

612-868-6837

Room Additions • Kitchens Basements • Decks All Remodeling For more info visit KOlsonconstruct.com

612.670.7004

Family Owned & Operated 40 yrs • Since 1979 Insured

(651) 428-0229

651.653.9920 / 612.816.8544

REMODELING

Wolf Bros. Drywall Co. Total Drywall Services

CALL LEE

45 years experience Basement Finish/Remodel Exterior & Interior Painting Doors/Windows/Siding Ceiling Textures/Roofs Kitchen Remodels/Counter Tops Decks/Landscaping Odd Jobs Bathrooms

651-429-1817

paultheplumberinc.net

Fresh start 2024!

Lic. #20060261

651-257-4706

DRYWALL/PLASTER

• Interior/Exterior Painting •Interior/Exterior • Ceiling Popcorn Removal •Deck Staining •Wood Staining • Knockdown •Popcorn Removal •Polyurethane •Wallpaper Stripping •Knockdown •Water Damage • Water Damage & More •Wallpaper Stripping •More Richard 612-730-8788

applewoodremodelers.com

HUGE SAVINGS!

651-653-9021 651-271-4221

MN Lic.# BC223025

SNOW MAINTENANCE

Lic #686889

Utilizing God’s Guidance.... To Provide the Excellent Plumbing Service You Expect and Deserve

651-407-1987

License # BC627690

TREE SERVICE

3APPLEWOOD BUILDERS

• Design • Bath Repair • Remodeling • Tub Surrounds • Free Estimates

Kerry (Cell)

No Finer Painting & Staining

Residential - Hardie Plank

Roofing s Siding s Windows Gutters s Fascia & Soffit

651-888-4138

LORENZ DRYWALL

• CHANGING CEILINGS OVER TO KNOCK DOWNS • TAPING • SPRAYING • ADDITIONS • BASEMENTS • NEW HOMES • GARAGES

“Your Local Exterior Specialists”

728200

Custom Decks/Footing/

Custom Decks/Footing Repair Repairs/Remodels/Pole Screen Rooms/Additions Barns/Garages/Additions & Porches/All Garages/Roofi ng/SidingRepairs/Fences/ Roofing/Siding Aluminum/Glass/Cable RailingsCall Us for WINTER SPECIALS All Repairs 651-746-4582 651-746-4582

REMODELING

PLUMBING

PAINTING

DECKS

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Pro

iv in g C o l o r

Painting

Meet Your Specialist

Pro

• Professional, Residential House Painting • 35 Years Experience • Interior & Exterior • Kind, Respectful Service CONTACT RICHARD

612-394-8978

If you know of a trusted contractor to help out other great people, please send your recommendation to callaspecialist @presspubs.com or call 651-407-1250

For more than a quarter of a century, Tom Carlisle has had the vision and the opportunity to build quality homes at a fair price. With a background as a master carpenter, Tom understands what it takes to construct a well built home. He founded Sherco Construction back in 1994 and has hundreds of homes for families who demand nothing less than absolute quality and craftsmanship. Tom is proud that many of his clients become repeat customers, building their second and third homes with Sherco Construction. This is a family owned business where pride is taken in knowing that we will be here to stand behind our product for years to come. We have built our reputation on not just the quality of our construction but the integrity to stand behind it. The Sherco team is proud to have the honor of being acknowledged with a 2019, New Home Reggie Award. Kitchen Remodels, Bathroom Remodels, Four Season Porch add-ons, Decks and patios, Finished Basements, Entire Home Remodels. You name it and we can help you overcome your current home’s issues and create the home you envision. Our expert design team can help overcome any design issues that many homes face and convert any outdated space into the open concept and contemporary designs that homeowners are longing for, without having to uproot or relocate the family.

Contact us for more information or to schedule a meeting to explore the possibilities. 651.462.1817 | ShercoHomeBuilders.com | BC627690

20 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

OBITUARIES

James M. Winey James M. Winey, 89, of North Oaks, passed away at home January 10, 2024. James was born April 18, 1934 to parents Virgil and Eldridge in Deloit, Iowa. He was united in marriage to Karen (Christensen) on December 19, 1959. Together they raised their family in White Bear Lake, MN. Jim was born and grew up in Iowa farm country. He knew early on that he did not want to be a farmer. After high school he joined the army, was sent to Korea, and learned how to operate heavy machinery. Post army, he attended Iowa State and earned a degree in Industrial Engineering. He was employed by John Deere, then 3M before taking the entrepreneurial risk of starting his own company. The risk paid off and Magnepan thrived during the 70’s and 80’s. James invented and patented a revolutionary loudspeaker technology and founded the company Magnepan located in White Bear Lake, MN. The company is still in business with worldwide distribution and is being captained by his son Mark. Jim was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Survived by his loving wife of 64 years Karen (Christensen) and children Mark (Faamati), Steven (Tammy) and Ellen (Michael), grandchildren: Christopher (Aubrey), Shannon (Kyle), Casey and Parker, great-grandchildren: Levi and Leti. Sister Barbara (John). Preceded in death by son Curtis and parents: Virgil (mother) and Eldridge (father), Sister Marilyn (Wendell) and Brother Kay (Colleen). A celebration of life will be held Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Rudy’s Grill in White Bear Lake, 4-8pm. This would have been Jim’s 90th birthday. Condolences can be found at the Cremation Society of MN website. Out of Jim’s love of music, memorials may be made to Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis, MN.

Roger M. Hill 90, native of Chisholm, died Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Hillcrest Assisted Living in Nashwauk. Arrangements are pending with Rupp Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Chisholm.

Join Our Team! Hiring PT assembly workers in White Bear Lake at Snuggle Me Organic. Mon-Fri. Flexible Hrs; Send Resume to:

We ran the ad for several becky.k@makeheroes.co weeks with no response at first, but then had so many applicants, we had to turn them away after filling all our positions. Press Publications newspaper really works to get your employment needs filled. – Becky Kieger, Snuggle Me Organic

Join Our Team!

Hiring PT assembly workers in White Bear Lake at Snuggle Me Organic. Mon-Fri. Flexible Hrs; Send Resume to:

becky.k@makeheroes.co

Tara M. Peterson

Richard “Dickie” Gadbois

On January 13, 2024, heaven gained another beautiful and kind angel, who will be missed dearly. Although her life on earth was short, her positive impact will remain. Tara M. Peterson, age 50 of Center City, Minnesota passed away on January 13, 2024. She was born on September 18, 1973 in Cloquet, Minnesota to parents Franklin and Patsy (Knight) Newell. She lived in Cloquet for 7 years before moving to Vadnais Heights, Minnesota. Tara graduated from White Bear Lake High School in 1992 and went on to attend Hamline University from 1992-1996 where she graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. In the winter of 1997, she met the love of her life, Kevin Peterson, on a blind date at a Minnesota Timberwolves game. They would go on to marry on September 11, 1999 and build a house in Center City, Minnesota where they would have 2 beautiful daughters: Kaitlyn and Amber. The house was filled with lots of love, laughs, family, and friends. Tara worked as a commercial Insurance Underwriter for State Farm for 8 years, then worked for Stein Insurance Agency for 15 years. She loved hunting, fishing, scrapbooking, gardening, canning, The North Shore, walking on the beach, traveling, family time, water sports, the girls dance and soccer teams. Tara was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma in 2018 and stayed strong with the love and support of her husband, girls, friends, and family. Throughout her life she remained a devout wife, mother, and friend to many. Tara will be forever in our hearts, and always on our minds. She is preceded in death by her great grandparents, Mabel Conlon, Louis and Martha Mollenhauer; grandparents, Raymond Knight, June Peltier, Richard and Audrey Peterson; uncle and godfather Gary Knight; aunts, Roxanne Bisel and Nancy Kittle; cousin Jeremy Peltier; and first dog Tanner. Tara is survived by her husband Kevin; daughters, Kaitlyn (Carter) and Amber; parents, Franklin and Patsy Newell; brothers, Matt (Ann) Newell and Greg Newell; grandmother Emogene Knight; mother-in-law Pam (Lynn) Longnecker; father-in-law Bryan (Joyce) Peterson; half Sister Elizabeth Lindeke; brother-in-law Eddie (Lyanne) Peterson; Corey, Allison, Mandy (Brian); and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Funeral services were held on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Almelund, Minnesota, interment took place at Hillside Cemetery in Center City, Minnesota. Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com. Arrangements by the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom, Minnesota.

Richard “Dickie” Gadbois, age 80 of Bruno and Isle, MN passed away on January 12 th, 2024. Preceded in death by parents, Magdalena and Rene Gadbois; brothers, Rene Jr, Jerome, and Stanley Gadbois and his precious daughter Jannae Gadbois. Survived and missed, by the love of his life, Marge; son, Dennis (Michelle) Gadbois; grandchildren, Brittany (Zack) Johnson, Chase Gadbois, Allison Gadbois, and Drake (Maria) Gadbois; great grandchildren, Isaac Johnson and Russell Gadbois; siblings, Thomas (Lorraine) Gadbois, Therese (Barry) White, James Gadbois, Leo Gadbois, and Celine (Richard) Dempich, and so many other family members and friends that love him dearly. Known as, “The Mille Lacs Lake Legend”, he either worked at or owned a resort on Mille Lacs for over 40 years. He dedicated a large part of his life to taking people fishing. He died trying to keep those people safe on the lake, and… he was doing what he loved. He will forever be remembered for his humor, his willingness to always lend a helping hand and his love for his lake and his people. We invite you to join our family as we remember and celebrate the life of Richard Gadbois on January 26 th , 2024 anytime between 1:00 and 4:00 pm at the Hinckley Community Center, 102 Dunn Ave N, Hinckley, MN. Arrangements MuellerMemorial.com - 651-429-4944

Jerry (Gerald Eugene) Hines July 3, 1949 - January 11, 2024 Survived by loving wife Mary Ann (Kyne); sons Brian (Kari), Tim, and Matt (Aubrey); grandchildren Cole (Hailey), Luke (Molly Wagner), and Tate (fiance Nate Leopold); brothers & sisters and their families; large extended family and countless friends. Jerry was born and raised in Saint Paul, MN and has resided in White Bear Lake for almost fifty years. He was a Vietnam War Veteran and an author. For 30 years he was a high school football official on the best crew in the state. Jerry worked in operations and maintenance in the Saint Paul Public Schools for 34 years, retiring in 2006 after which he found his true calling working with kids as a paraprofessional in the schools. Jerry was a bright light whose charismatic personality was a beacon to many. Although he wore many hats throughout his life, his passion and legacy was kids - playing, nourishing, supporting and mentoring children as a dad, grandpa, uncle, educator, personal care attendant, Big Brother, coach, and friend. Jerry loved his family fiercely and cherished his friends. He has left his mark on us all and inspired us with his fun-loving personality and love of life. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 3:00 p.m. at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN; followed by reception (light refreshments), 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm, at Kellerman’s Event Center, 2222 4th Street, White Bear Lake, MN. Memorials preferred to Sharing & Caring Hand s, or Autism Society of Minnesota. Arrangements: MuellerMemorial.com 651-429-4944.

WHITE BEAR CONSERVATION DISTRICT: Set the date for a lake clean up on March 9 FROM PAGE 2

annual invasive plant survey for the district and performed the 2006 study. The other firm making a bid was Emmons Olivier Resources, or EOR. They came in at $29,600. Their environmental team includes Stu Grubb, a senior hydrogeologist who was an expert witness for the White Bear Lake Restoration Association, plaintiff in the lake level lawsuit against the DNR. Both companies are well qualified, Wisniewski said. He asked the board to review the proposals and consider factors such as consistency of data

collection, of which Blue Water would have an advantage since it did the earlier study. He considered both bids “in the ballpark” of the amount budgeted. A decision will be made at the February meeting. • Annual nominations for executive board members. Names remain the same for the 2024 slots. Accepting their nomination for another term are Bryan DeSmet (White Bear Township), chair; Meredith Walburg (Dellwood), vice chair; and Parenteau (White Bear Lake), treasurer. The board votes on the nominees in February. • Approval of a special event permit

for the VFW horseshoes on ice event Feb. 17. • A save-the-date notice for the annual March 9 lake cleanup. Board member and co-organizer Scott Costello can’t attend but said the Boy Scouts are “gung ho” about the event, which takes place on land if the ice is too thin, and will organize the cleanup. • Items on the agenda such as a lowwater-level study group, VFW dock expansion update, and social media update were removed due to the absence of board members making the report.

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

SCHOOL BRIEFS Basketball pinks out for cancer

Otter Lake Read-a-Thon set

Coaches vs. Cancer, a national basketball program partnership between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches, puts a full-court press on cancer by engaging coaches, players, and fans to help end cancer through fund-

An "OLE Reading Rodeo" will take place Jan. 29 through Feb. 12. A school rodeo assembly will take place from 1:15-2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2. To promote the Read-aThon and reading, staff members will participate in rodeo events, and the WBLAHS Dance Line and Drum Line will perform.

Building Our Future update A Building Our Future Update 2023 video was recently created and shared out to the community. This fourth annual update video provides an overview of progress that has been made across the district since the comprehensive facilities review and planning work began in 2018 and the community supported the Building Our Future Bond Referendum in 2019. The video highlights completed facilities projects throughout the district, including the new Transportation Facility and North Star Elementary buildings in Hugo, renovations at the Area Learning Center, and renovations and additions at all of the district’s elementary schools. Updates are provided on the Central Middle School

White Bear Lake Area Schools

FREE TRIP CHARGE

Are you or know someone looking for a career change?

With repair

MidCountry Bank is Hiring

$109 value! Valid during regular business hours • Expires 2/29/24

Part-Time Teller *Servicing all brands Licensed, Bonded, Insured

At our White Bear Lake Branch Monday to Friday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm Learn more at www.MidCountry.bank/Careers MidCountry Bank is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veterans status, genetic information or gender identity. MidCountry Bank is an EEO/AA Employer.

2023

1310 East Highway 96, Suite 116 • White Bear Lake, MN 55110

795627

of the Pres s

24/7 Emergency Service Serving the St. Paul and Surrounding Area

651-426-5220

Read our reviews and check out our current promotions at

www.krinkies.com

794097

raising and education initiatives. WBLAHS basketball teams have designated the following games as Coaches vs Cancer games this year: Boys Basketball: Wednesday, Jan. 24 (vs. Irondale) • 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. ninth grade A (Fieldhouse) • 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. ninth grade B (Fieldhouse) • 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. B Squad (South Campus) • 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. JV (South Campus) • 7 – 8:30 p.m. Varsity game (South Campus) Girls Basketball: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb 9 Pink out promotes cancer awareness or to honor someone battling cancer. The Pink Out! Bear design worn by teams, managers and coaches during Coaches v. Cancer events was designed by WBLAHS student Elias Scharff.

projects that will be completed in multiple phases over the next couple of years and the fall 2024 transition of Sunrise Park Middle School to the current White Bear Lake Area High School - South Campus location, which will be renamed Mariner Middle School to honor the building’s origin as Mariner High School. Construction footage is shown at the current White Bear Lake Area High School North Campus location, which is being more than doubled in size in order to serve students in grades nine through 12 starting in the fall of 2024. The vacated Sunrise location will be renovated to house the Senior Center and Early Childhood programs that are currently at Normandy Park Education Center, the Transition Education Center that is now located in a leased space in Hugo, and district offices. The district offices will move from the District Center at Central Middle School, which will allow the middle school to expand and take over the building. The video can be found on the Building Our Future page of the district’s website, which can be found directly at isd624.org/BuildingOurFuture.

When you need us, we are here to help.

THETWIN TWIN CITIES THE CITIESPREMIER PREMIER HARDWOOD FLOORINGEXPERTS! EXPERTS! HARDWOOD FLOORING OUR TEAM WILL ASSIST WITH THE SELECTION AND INSTALLATION OF NEW HARDWOOD FLOORING FOR YOUR HOME - WE ALSO PROVIDE SANDING, REFINISHING, & REPAIRING SERVICES TO RESTORE YOUR CURRENT HARDWOOD FLOORS

YOUR DREAM FLOORING!

Jim Hawkins | JimH@hamernicks.com 651-487-1856 794864

LET OUR TEAM YOU CREATE LET OUR TEAM HELPHELP YOU CREATE YOUR DREAM FLOORING!

22 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

Arts Culture

JANUARY 24, 2024

www.presspubs.com

and

2023

ne may not often associate angels with Halloween, but last October 31st, White Bear Lake senior Jessica Rose Sander did just that, using the date as the launch party for her first book, a memoir entitled Guardian Angel. “Writing has always been a passion of mine, though I haven’t always been good at it,” Sander admits, “I’d like to think that some of the best writers started as the worst.” Whatever quality concerns Jessica may have had, however, were overridden by her purpose. “The moment I decided to ‘dive in’ was about January 2022. This was a month after my mom’s passing, and I was still in shock/denial.” Tragically, Diana Sander, Jessica’s mother, passed away from Leiomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer usually found in the uterus. Diana Sander’s case, however, started in her rib. The odd nature of her condition led doctors to first dismiss and overlook her symptoms, then perform intensive surgeries that caused internal bleeding.

One part of Guardian Angel recounts this health journey. “I wanted to highlight in the book the inequality of cancer awareness,” Jessica explains, “Cancer is hard to fight, regardless of the type…” Guardian Angel not only delves into the physical toll cancer exacts from its victims, but the memoir also describes the grief and mental-health issues loved ones experience. Jessica states, “Growing up, I had to do my own research rather than having available resources at school and home, and, oftentimes, I felt ‘dumb’ or ‘weird’ to have had mental-health struggles, when, in reality, it’s not weird at all.” Though Jessica had purpose and showed vulnerability rarely seen in a teenager’s writing, she still had to adjust to the editing process. “Something I have learned is definitely how to take criticism,” Jessica reflects, “The writing/author world is very opinionated, and…I tend to take criticism very personally…since [Guardian Angel] is a project so close to

my heart.” Judging by readers’ responses so far, Guardian Angel has hit close to its readers’ hearts as well, with one Goodreads review calling it “the saddest but best book I’ve ever read.” Acknowledging the emotional heft this book lays upon its audience, this spring, Jessica plans to release a guided journal that will pair with the book. This tracks with her writing style, which Jessica describes as “having a conversation with [my readers], rather than just talking at them. I try to connect with them by saying things that I know people around me also say or think.” Being a voice for others is fast becoming a theme in Jessica’s life, as she plans to go to college for history and political science—eventually, perhaps, even becoming an elected representative! Should she ever run for office, she’ll have at least one angel by her side. Guardian Angel is available for purchase on amazon.com or through goodreads.com.

LAKESHORE PLAYERS EXPLORE FOUNDING A TOWN AND FOUNDING A NATION

hat the Constitution Means to Me

Last September, Lakeshore Players ran performances of What the Constitution Means to Me. In the weeks that followed, the White Bear Press received two letters to the editor with thoughts on the material. The first, published October 4th, 2023, was from an attendee who left after the first act because he was “shocked at the content…[the play] blamed it all on the ‘white males’ of America.” The second, a response published October 18th, 2023, rebutted, “They got it right…When the shoe fits—accept it.” “I would encourage [the first writer] to come back and watch the second half,” Megan Pence chuckles, still surprised at the passionate response, “He may find some of his concerns addressed by the remainder of the material.” As soon as Pence finishes this statement, a couple, leaving the cafe where this interview took place, interjects, gushing, “That IS you! Fantastic job. We loved Constitution. Great work.” For those intrigued by the cultural flashpoint yet who missed last fall’s performances, Lakeshore Players is reviving the show for two bonus performances on Monday, January 29th, at 7:30 p.m. and Tuesday, January 30th, at 2 p.m.

Little House on the Prairie

Theatre patrons looking for something less

confrontational are also in luck: Lakeshore Players is staging Little House on the Prairie from January 26th to February 11th. “It’s a fun and friendly musical,” Pence elaborates, “The music has a country vibe, but there’s a little bit of rock, too. It’s surprising and unexpected.” When asked why the company decided to do a musical in the dead of winter, Megan explained, “We’re giving people a reason to get out of the house in January!” Another motivation was to give younger performers another musical opportunity. Though the main cast is older, many of the supporting roles are played by middle or high-school students. “It’s another outlet for youth,” Pence says, “Musicals tend to be in either November or May, so now is a great time of year for younger people to do shows.” For those familiar with the Laura Ingles Wilder series, the musical touches on each book, but focuses on the last four in particular. That said, those wanting to attend don’t have to necessarily be familiar. “You don’t need to know 100 quotes from the TV show before going in,” Megan assures, “Even if you’ve never encountered Little House, you’re gonna have a great time.” Those who have encountered the material will delight in the differences. To these patrons, Pence says, “It’ll be comforting… but the musical aspect brings something different.”

I’LL TAKE “YOU CAN’T ESCAPE THE PAST” FOR $25, ALEX

llison Lincoln, Member and Services Director for the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society, practically lives in The Armory on 4th Street in White Bear Lake. Come February 23rd, you might not be able to leave, either— because you’ll be locked in an Escape Room! “We have the space to do it,” Lincoln explains, “and the themes tie really well into White Bear Lake’s history, especially gangsters.” Designed by Escape Room Parties, The Armory will feature two different themed rooms: Escape from Alcatraz and The Speakeasy. Speakeasy

culture is no stranger to The Armory, as the building housed dances and parties during the 1920s. “The Armory just celebrated 100 years,” Lincoln explains, “It’s history is extravagant.” Knowing these local tidbits will be useful presently, as The Historical Society is also hosting a trivia night at The Armory on Wednesday, January 24th from 6:30-8:30pm. All the questions will be White Bear Lake or Minnesota themed. Though the event is free to play and free to attend for all ages, there will also be a cash bar. “That part,” Allison specifies, “you will need an ID for.”

When asked if it will be difficult to watch players compete in her area of expertise, Lincoln quickly finds the silver lining. “I love competition, and I sadly can’t participate,” she admits before grinning, “but I will be judging!” On that note, the top three teams will get prizes, and the grand-prize winner will get free passes to the escape rooms! Those who fail to learn the lessons of history will be doomed to pay $25 per person at the door during the escape-room event, which runs Friday, February 23rd, from 3-8pm and Saturday, February 24th, from 1-8pm. Only teams of six to ten people will be admitted.

FEBRUARY EVENTS

Explore upcoming Avenue of the Arts events with CPA, LPT and WBCA LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE

Location: The Hanifl Performing Arts Center Date: January 26-February 11 The timeless story of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s real childhood offers a unique glimpse of life on the American frontier and tells a heartwarming, unforgettable story! This delightful musical captures the spirit of Minnesota and is a perfect outing for the whole family.

WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME

Location: The Hanifl Performing Arts Center Date: January 29 at 7:30 P.M.; January 30 at 2:00 P.M. In this hilarious, hopeful, and achingly human show, playwright Heidi Schreck resurrects her teenage self in order to trace the profound relationship between four generations of women and the founding document that shaped their lives. Recommended for ages 14+.

CLASSICAL CHAMBER MUSIC SPOTLIGHT Location: The Hanifl

Performing Arts Center Date: February 18 at 2:00 P.M. Hometown-favorite and award-winning pianist & composer Michael Djupstrom will be joined by Gabriel Campos Zamora, principal clarinet of the Minnesota Orchestra, and Julie Harguindev, principal

bassoon of the Nashville Symphony and Santa Fe Opera, for an unforgettable chamber concert.

WBCA INSTRUCTOR SHOWCASE COMMUNITY RECEPTION

Location: White Bear Center for the Arts Date: Thursday, February 8, 6:30-8:30 PM All are welcome to attend the Instructor Showcase Community Reception to enjoy artist demos and live music, in addition to being inspired by the artwork of WBCA’s teaching artists on display.

THE PEN AND INK SOCIETY: A WRITING CLUB FOR TEENS

Location: White Bear Center for the Arts Date: Every other Thursday, February 8-May 30 Come hang with fellow writers, talk about the writing process, get inspiration from others, and write! Each session will start with a writing prompt, then we’ll discuss a facet of creative writing.

WATERCOLOR GREETING CARDS

Location: White Bear Center for the Arts Date: Saturday, February 10, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM With an easy-to-use brush, make all kinds of different designs, shapes and effects to create stunning art. Show your appreciation and share the love with these watercolor greeting cards. 795507

EMERGING ARTIST: JESSICA SANDER

JANUARY 24, 2024 www.presspubs.com

WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

STUDENT NEWS The following students were named to the Dean's list or received academic honors at a college or university in Fall, 2023: Concordia University-Nebraska: Alexander Johnston of White Bear Lake. Marquette University: Julia Bjork and Maggie McCarthy, both of Mahtomedi; Madison Carroll and Logan Swanson, both of White Bear Lake. Minnesota State University-Moorhead: Jake Pletsch, Zander Farrell, Jack Longfellow, Sany Yang, and Dillon Fliehler, all of White Bear Lake; Daisy Vaching, of Vadnais Heights. North Dakota State College of Science: Nicholas Distad of White Bear Lake. North Dakota State University: Derek Lopez and Isabelle Petronack, both of White Bear Lake; Sullivan Gunderson of Vadnais Heights South Dakota State University: Kayla Anderson of White Bear Lake. Southern New Hampshire University: Henrich Andouba, Aveline McCabe,

Madison Medin, Alexandra Waldvogel, and Landon Witt, all of White Bear Lake. St. Cloud State University: Zac Chapman of White Bear Township. University of Mary: Ryan Pavlick of Mahtomedi. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: Kaia McKeown and Kole McKeown, both of Mahtomedi; Abby Healy, Hannah Mudgett, and Annika Swanson, all of White Bear Lake; Annika Norman and Sam Verkerke, both of White Bear Township. University of Wisconsin-Superior: Kaitlyn Stender of White Bear Lake. Wartburg College: Wyatt Miller of Mahtomedi.

Submit your

Love Story in One Photo Send photos to quadnews@presspubs.com

The following students recently graduated from a college or university: Milwaukee School of Engineering: Thomas Nord of White Bear Lake, Bachelor of Science, electrical engineering. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: Maxwell Behnke of Mahtomedi, Bachelor of Fine Arts.

Simply the

Best

2023

e Prekess of th ite Bear La Wh ights Vadnais He

The Best Of listing by groups is online at presspubs.com/ white_bear/bestof

Thank you FOR voting us

Best pizza

2022

4 years in a row

BEST OF THE PRESS Quad Community Press

Open Daily at 11 a.m. Dine in | take out | delivery

Thank You

Voted Best Tax Preparer & Best Accountant

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

BEST OF THE PRESS

of the Press

Highlighting the 2023 Best of the Press Winners

EATING & DRINKING 2023 2

6511 Ware rd, lino lakes pizzatlinolakes.com

PIZZA W/BREADSTICKS • One 14” 2 topping pizza • Breadsticks

$14.

792469

HEALTH & FITNESS

651.797.3807

of the

Press

White Vadn Bear Lake ais He ights

LOCAL SERVICES SHOPPING

ONLINE COUPON CODE: pws1495

Not valid with any other coupons, specials or offers. Price does not include tax or delivery fees. Delivery fees cover the cost associated with delivery service and should not be considered a gratuity.

Expires 2/1/24

6511 Ware rd, lino lakes | 651.797.3807 | pizzatlinolakes.com

SPORTS & RECREATION

A HAUTE DOG SPA Thank You

OUR EXPERIENCED TAX PROFESSIONALS CAN ASSIST YOU WITH: • Business & Personal Tax Preparation • Tax Planning & Projections • Bookkeeping & Payroll • Financial Planning • Estate, Trust & Gift Tax • IRS & State Audit Help

2023

of the Press White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

Best Dog Groomer

Book Now! Call 651-492-1888

651-492-1888 | 995 Wildwood Rd, White Bear Lake

Press of the e Bear Lake Whit hts Vadnais Heig

of the Press White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

1620 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi | 651.429.9111 | ramsaycpa.com

Scan to view the White Bear and Vadnais Heights Press 2023 Best of the Press 795795

2023

2022

794363

Ramsay Wealth Management Rich Ramsay Best Financial Planner 794364 790687

We thank you all very much for voting us as the winner for Best Dog Groomer. Being a new business to the community we are truly humbled by your support!

24 WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

JANUARY 24, 2024

We help you get back to living.

Every step of the way. do best. Our combination of highly trained compassionate staff and the most innovative care in the area make our community your best choice for professional therapy services.

We help you get back to living.

Every step of the way.

• Aquatic Therapy •Therapy Occupational Therapy services at Cerenity White Bear Lake help you return to •what Physical Therapy you do best. Our combination of highly-trained compassionate •staff Speech Pathology and the most innovative care in the area make our community

yourtoday besttochoice foraprofessional therapy services. Call schedule tour: 651-232-1847

We We help help you you get get back back to to living. living.

Cooking: 5-Course French Dinner - $35 Tuesday, Feb. 6, 6-7:00 PM, White Bear Lake High School South Campus Should I Stay or Should I Go? Steps to Review Your Housing Needs - FREE Tuesday, Feb. 6, 10-11:30 AM Social Security: Timing is Everything - FREE Tuesday, Feb. 6, Noon-1:00 PM. Class held online via Zoom. Prepare Your House to Sell - FREE Wednesday, Feb. 7, 6-7:00 PM Someday, a Dog? - $20 Wednesday, Feb. 7, 7-8:00 PM. Class held online via Zoom. Cooking: Bakalava - $35 Monday, Feb.Therapy 12, 6-7:00 PM, White Bear Lake High School South services at Cerenity White Therapy services at Cerenity White Campus BearBoys Lake help you Dinner return to what DAY TRIP: Jersey at Chanhassen Theater - $99 you Bear Lake help you return to what you Wednesday, Feb. 14, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM do best. Our combination of highly do best. Our combination of plot highly Community Garden Registration Opens - $40/garden trained staff and the Thursday, Feb. 15 at 8:00compassionate AM. Online via Registration system. trained compassionate staff and the How to Use Venmo Safety $25 most innovative care in the area make Thursday, Feb.most 15, Noon-1:00 PM. Class heldin online Zoom. innovative care theviaarea make our community 55+ Drivers Safety 4-Hour Course your - $35 best choice for community Thursday, Feb.our 15, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM your best choice for professional therapy 55+ Drivers Safety 8-Hour Course - $45 services. professional therapy services. Tuesday, Feb. 20 & Wednesday, Feb. 21, 5:30-9:30 PM. Class held • Aquatic Therapy online via Zoom. • Aquatic Therapy Adult & Conversational Spanish Beginner 1 - $125 • Occupational Therapy 6 Tuesdays, Feb 20-March 26, 6-7:00 Class held online via Zoom. • Occupational PM. Therapy Adult Spanish for Travel$125 • Physical Therapy • Physical 6 Thursdays, Feb 22-March 28,Therapy 6-7:00 PM. Class held online via Zoom. • Speech Write Your Own Will - $60Pathology • Speech Pathology Wednesday, Feb. 28, 6:30-9:00 PM

Every Every step step of of the the way. way.

Call today to schedule a tour:

Register at mahtomedi.ce.eleyo.com. If you have questions, Call today to schedule aany tour: 651-232-1847 please call 651-407-2024.

651-232-1847

2023

2022

of the Press

White Bear Lake Vadnais Heights

• Aquatic Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy • Speech Pathology

Call today to schedule a tour: 651-232-1818 015-005 WB Press Ad v1.indd 2 015-005 WB Press Ad v1.indd 2

1900 Webber Street 1900Bear Webber Street White Lake, MN 55110 White Bear Lake, MN 55110

CerenitySeniorCare.org CerenitySeniorCare.org

795840

The Gathering enrichment program provides brain-stimulating activities for adults living with memory loss and four hours of respite for their caregivers. We have weekly meetings on Thursdays at St. John in the Wilderness Church in White Bear Lake and – starting in late January! – on Wednesdays at the Lyngblomsten campus in Lino Lakes. To learn more or to be placed on our interest list, contact Lisa Brown at (651) 632-5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org. Are you or someone you know supporting a spouse, partner, parent, friend, or neighbor with memory loss or a chronic condition and you’re looking for help in your caregiving role? Lyngblomsten Community Services is here to help you navigate your caregiving journey. Our trained staff have expertise working with individuals who have memory loss and their care partners, although all caregivers are welcome and encouraged to connect with us. Give us a call at (651) 632-5320 or email caregiving@lyngblomsten.org to learn more about the ways in which we can support you in your caregiving role. MAHTOMEDI COMMUNITY EDUCATION ADULT ACTIVITIES AT THE MAHTOMEDI DISTRICT EDUCATION CENTER (DEC) 1520 MAHTOMEDI AVE. ALL ACTIVITIES ARE HELD AT THE DEC UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. MONDAYS: Stitchers 1-3:00 PM, 2nd/4th Monday of Month TUESDAYS: Mah Jongg, 9:30-11:30 AM, Cribbage 1-3:00 PM WEDNESDAYS: Bridge, 1-4:00 PM THURSDAYS: 500 Cards, 12:30-3 PM FRIDAYS: Games, 12:30-3 PM; Bridge, 1-4 PM; Book Club, 2nd Friday, 10-11:30 AM Mahtomedi Evening Star Quilters - FREE Sew Day: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 27, 5:30-8:00 PM Bingo: FREE! Monday, Feb. 26, 1:30-3:00 PM. Please bring items to donate to the prize table! The following requires registration: mahtomedi.ce.eleyo.com Phone: 651-232-1818 Basic Charcuterie Building (Valentine’s Theme) - $75 Bear Lake help you return to what youFriday, Feb. 2, 6-7:00 PM

WBLAS COMMUNITY SERVICES & RECREATION ADULT & SENIOR CLASSES AT THE WB SENIOR CENTER REGISTRATION REQUIRED - 651-653-3121 55+ Defensive Driving Classes 4-Hr Refresher/$35: Jan 31, 12-4pm, Online | Feb 20, 1-5pm Senior Center 8-Hr Class/$45/5:30-9:30pm: Feb 20 & 21, Online Only | April 20 & 21 Hospice: What You Need to Know: Jan 26, 10-11:30am, Free Chair Yoga: Jan 26-Feb 12, 10-10:45am, $21 Makeup Bootcamp for Women 40 & Better: Jan 29, 7-9pm, $35 Cake Decorating: Feb 2, 10-11:30am, $25 Heart Health for Women online: Feb 5, 6-7:30pm, $30 Genealogy online: Feb 6, 6-7:30pm, $30 Clay Succulent Garden: Feb 7, 9-11am, $20 Smitten Mittens: Feb 7, 6-9pm, $40, South Campus Poetry with Anne M. Picard Feb 23, 1-3pm, FREE Field Trip: Museum of Russian Art & Lunch at Moscow on the Hill: Apr 9, 9:30am-3pm, $65 Thank Goodness it’s Friday: Lunch for ages 55+ featuring Key’s Cafe, (Swedish meatballs, mashed potato, gravy, coleslaw), Fri, Feb 16, $5, Seating at 11:15 am or 12:30pm. Registration Required. Deadline: Feb 9. Meals on Wheels: Hot or Frozen meals delivered Monday-Friday. If you are interested, know of someone who may need meals, or have questions, please call 651-653-3123. For more information or to receive “The Voice” newsletter, call us at 651-653-3121. LYNGBLOMSTEN COMMUNITY SERVICE Powerful Tools for Caregivers: This class will give you the tools you need to take better care of yourself while caring for others and help you increase your self-confidence in coping with the demands of caregiving. Class meets virtually on Thursdays, January 25 – February 29, from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Free, but voluntary contributions are appreciated. For more information, contact Lisa Brown at (651) 632Therapy services at Cerenity White 5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org.

795621

www.presspubs.com

5/21/15 12:13 PM 5/21/15 12:13 PM

1900 Webber Street White Bear Lake, MN 55110

CerenitySeniorCare.org 5/21/15 12:13 PM

795754

015-005 WB Press Ad v1.indd 2