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Four distinct journeys highlight diversity of immigration BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR
There are many paths immigrants take to live in the United States. Four stories presented at St. Mary's Catholic Church during an event sponsored by the church's social justice committee this month highlighted the various ways people come to the U.S. to live. The four speakers were all people that someone at the church had a connection with, said church member Kathryn Lien. Malika Benachour is a French-Algerian who first came to the U.S. as a student. Catalina Morales Behena crossed the Mexican border with her parents. Babatope Adedayo won the diversity lottery in Nigeria. Mainhia Moua's parents came to the U.S. as refugees from Laos after the Vietnam War. PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS
Acqua man emergence Acqua team member David Tomaszewski bursts into the frigid air — after submerging underwater through a hole cut into the ice — during the White Bear Lake Polar Plunge benefit for the Special Olympics Minnesota. It was the 18th year White Bear Lake has hosted the event in what has now grown into a series of plunges staged throughout the state. Find more photos on page 1B.
Education leads to desired wintry home Malika Benachour didn't like the heat. She grew up in France after her family immigrated from Algeria, in northern Africa. She always viewed education as the key to following her dreams, so she studied hard, including foreign languages. She started traveling — Scotland, Iceland, Canada, the U.S. When she visited family in Africa, she decided she needed SEE IMMIGRATION, PAGE 8A
Revival of Vadnais’ dome on pause BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR
ST. PAUL — The Vadnais Heights sports dome may not be a dome in the future, but at least it will have a future. Ramsey County Commissioners agreed to keep the damaged structure, as long as someone else pays for one-third of the cost to replace it. At this point, the amount needed from outside partners is about $1 million. Staff is recommending replacing the dome with a 15 percent smaller structure to address parking issues, yet still accommodate primary users. Turf will be the size of a
regulation soccer field, with trusses to support the fabric instead of air. The structure will be more energy efficient and “resistant to collapse.” Mark McCabe, director of parks and recreation, provided financial estimates to the commissioners at a dome workshop Jan. 22. Replacing the dome would require a capital outlay of $3 million, he said. The county owes $8.2 million on the Vadnais Sports Center complex, a debt that should be repaid by end of year 2035. According to McCabe, the county expects the dome to operate at an annual loss of $66,000, which could possibly be eliminated by an increase in turf rental rates. As far as offsetting capital costs,
the county is looking to community investors. County board Chair Jim McDonough, who represents several St. Paul neighborhoods in District 6, proposed a partnership that shares a third of the project cost. “There are 19 cities in this county and four school districts. We can make this painless,” he said. “We are asking communities to come forward and support it.” McDonough acknowledged a sense of urgency regarding the dome reopening but felt the decision could not be made hastily. The goal is to reopen by 2021. SEE SPORTS DOME, PAGE 9A
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ArtCars motto: Every day a parade People who happened to be on the ice Jan. 20 were treated to some unusual artwork involving cars. A playful group of creative types showed off their unique vehicles in the 2019 Art Car Parade on White Bear Lake. Organized by Minnesota ArtCars & Bikes, a nonprofit founded in 1995, the recurring event has been held with the Art Shanties in the past. Artists also drive their artsy vehicles in White Bear's June Manitou Days parade. Artist and sculpture Allen Christian of Birchwood drove his House of Balls truck in Sunday's parade. It's a ’66 Ford that has a strange, six-fingered creature mounted on top. The Art Car is named after Christian's avant-garde sculpture studio called House of Balls in Minneapolis. It's part art gallery and part odd museum. In 2016, a Star Tribune article described Christian as an artist who “has transformed a vast wasteland of
unorthodox materials, ranging from air ducts to animal skulls and bowling balls, into one-of-a-kind works of art.” People need to see his website Houseofballs.com to understand. He considers his art pieces gifts to the cosmos. “Art cars are bringing their art to the world,” Christian said. “We hope to influence someone to do something with their own vehicle. We are all individuals.” The Sunday parade drew a lot of attention from ice skaters and ice fishermen, who came out of their shacks to view the unusual cars. Christian called it “a day of engagement.” The state group is part of a nationwide group of ArtCar and ArtBike enthusiasts that hold parades. Houston is home to the “granddaddy” of them all, with membership at 300 or so. There are also ArtCar parade groups in cities like Seattle, Omaha and San Francisco. Debra Neutkens
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The cork car, upper left, is owned by Jan Elstmann. The Toy-O-ta, at right, is covered with, well, toys. The entry from House of Balls is at left.
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The Mahtomedi School Board received the District Award of Distinction at the Minnesota School Board Association’s annual leadership conference. (First row) Judith (Judy) Schwartz, Lucy Payne, Stacey Stout; (second row) Julie McGraw, Kevin Donovan, Superintendent Barb Duffrin and Mike Chevalier.
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Otter Lake Elementary students recently raised almost $1,000 for clean water in Haiti with an “H2O for Hope” event. Their morning drive-thru with donuts, fruit, coffee and water raised enough money to pay for 126,000 gallons of water for the people of Cité Soleil, Haiti.
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Jim Anderson, Mahtomedi Middle School eighth-grade social studies teacher, is pictured with Ethan Hautman, who took first place in the school’s Geography Bee.
Winter play announced Mahtomedi School Board members recognized The Mahtomedi School Board received the District Award of Distinction at the Minnesota School Board Association’s annual leadership conference. Judith Schwartz received the President’s Award. The President’s Award is given to school board members who have attained 300 or more points of attendance at MSBA training programs. Mike Chevalier received the Directors’ Award. The Directors’ Award is given to school board members who have attained 100 or more points of attendance at MSBA training programs within the past four years. The Mahtomedi School Board received the District Award of Distinction. The award is given to districts who have a majority of board members who have received a Directors’ Award or President’s Award.
Tech program students speak to state leaders Students from the Mahtomedi Music and Events Broadcasting Program presented to school board members and education leaders from across the state at the Minnesota School Board Association’s annual leadership conference Jan. 17. The Mahtomedi Music and Events Broadcasting Program provides the technical talents needed for theater, graduation, broadcast, sporting events and choir/ band concerts.
Teachers named candidates for 2019 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Several local teachers were named candidates for the 2019 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Award. Candidates include pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and adult basic education teachers from public or private schools. The 2019 Minnesota Teacher of the Year will be announced May 5 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Over the coming weeks, a 25-member panel of community leaders will name a group of semifinalists and finalists. Local candidates include Maggie Clark, White Bear Lake Area Schools; Mary Maloy, White Bear Lake Area Schools; Dawn Maple, White Bear Lake Area Schools; Michlyn Newman, Mahtomedi Public Schools; Jacob Hairrell, Mounds View Public Schools; and Bill Sucha, Mounds View Public Schools.
Mahtomedi High School’s winter play, "Peter and the Starcatcher," a prequel to the story of Peter Pan, will be held Feb. 1-3 at the Mahtomedi High School Chautauqua Theater. It is the humorous and fantastical backstory of Peter Pan and his arch-nemesis, Captain Hook. Shows will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 1, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 and 2 p.m. Feb. 3. Tickets can be purchased at www.zephyrfinearts.org.
Zephyr health and safety parent education night Mahtomedi Public Schools, in conjunction with the Washington County Sheriff's Office and County Attorney’s Office, will host a parent education night Feb. 6 on health and safety issues for families. The event is intended for adult audiences. It will be held at the high school. A complimentary dinner will be held from 5:30 to 6 p.m., provided by Taco's Fresh Sports + Cantina, Donatelli's, Roma Restaurant & Brewery, 4 Seasons Restaurant, and the Ox and Crow Coffeehouse. Complimentary child care will be provided by the Mahtomedi Student Leadership Council. Information sessions will be held from 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Sessions include mental health, youth drug trends, internet safety and sleep. From 8:15 to 8:45 p.m. parents will be able to ask presenters questions.
Community mental well-being series White Bear Lake Area Schools staff and families are invited to attend monthly presentations focused on mental well-being. The fi fth session of the series will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the White Bear Lake Area High School – North Campus theater. The presentation, “The Fallacy of Perfect Parenting,” will be given by FRre Family Recovery Resource Experts.
Obstacle course to keep active in winter BearPower is teaming up with the White Bear Lake Area Schools Community Services & Recreation Department to offer an obstacle course at Lakeaires Elementary from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8. BearPower is a communitywide movement helping White Bear Lake area families eat well and be active.
CORRECTION Vince Hacker-Jarvi was incorrectly listed as Vince Hacker in a school brief about Mamma Mia performance honors.
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Mahtomedi student Preston Moga speaks with Jacilyn Doyle, Farmington Area Public Schools School Board member, at the Minnesota School Board Association’s annual leadership conference Jan. 17.
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A new year
ANUARY 2019 IS almost over and the federal government politicians are still acting childish. They have lost their way in negotiations and have forgotten about the citizens they represent. The president has shut down portions of the government and workers’ paychecks are delayed. This is tough going as few people have financial reserves. Maybe there is a lesson to consider here. Volunteers are helping with food for various government workers such as TSA and the U.S. Coast Guard. Immigration and the process need attention. Stop the delays and partisan politics and do your job. Border walls in certain areas About the will help funnel immigrants to legal entrances. Town Government in the U.S. has spent Gene Johnson billions on highway sound walls (barriers) to protect homes from highway sound. Why can’t we build border walls to protect our citizens? I’M DELIGHTED WITH all the women elected to Congress. Maybe they will stand up to the “good old boys” and bring meaningful results to much of the gridlock. MINNESOTA HAS A new governor who should help fill the void of leadership in our state. Confusing tax reporting forms and delays in getting vehicle licensing are totally unnecessary. Even salary limits for government heads were violated. Our new governor, Tim Walz, and a split legislature need to give caution on raising the Minnesota gasoline tax 25 cents per gallon. Both rural and urban gasoline powered automobile owners would be unfairly taxed. Many rural workers commute 100 to 150 miles a day for their jobs in the metro area. At the same time, Minnesota is behind on its highway and bridge maintenance. Why not use some of the state’s budget surplus for this maintenance that has been lost to the much needed light rail planning. Also, electric autos may need to be taxed annually for the roads and highways they enjoy. ON AVERAGE, AMERICANS live in 11 different homes over their lifetime. I have lived in eight different homes. I am back in my hometown by choice. One of my mentors told me from experience that if I wanted financial freedom I should avoid divorce, avoid changing jobs, avoid changing homes and spend less than I earned. Let me share a couple additional lessons in life. Saving on a regular basis, being charitable, avoiding addictions and being thankful are all things I have found matter a lot. THINK ABOUT THE fact that potatoes get soft in boiling water but eggs get hard. It all depends on what you are made of. “OPPORTUNITY IS MISSED by people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Thomas Edison FROM A RECENT Eagle Brook Church sermon, I learned that 39 percent of the U.S. population was more anxious in 2018 than 2017. Teaching pastor Jason Strand referenced the top three concerns people have as health, safety and finances. A Harvard study indicated the U.S. is the most anxious nation in the world’s history. Bottom line from Strand is, “to choose faith over fear, prayer over worry and surrender over control.” Matthew 6:25-27 tells us, “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications. Distributed weekly in: • White Bear Lake • White Bear Township • Mahtomedi • Birchwood • Dellwood • Willernie • Gem Lake • Pine Springs • Portions of Grant MNA 2014 AWARD-WINNING NEWSPAPER
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s I’m settling into my new role as a state legislator, a lot of folks have asked me how things are going. I usually reply with a statement that includes the words “very busy.” My schedule is packed with committee hearings, constituent and organizational meetings, and community events of all sorts. Like any new employee, I’ve spent the past few weeks preparing myself Legislator to do my job to the best of my abiliLingo ty, meeting new Amy Wazlawik colleagues, and learning lots of new information. I thought I would share with you a little bit about what I’ve been up to and what it’s like to be a fi rstterm legislator. In the months of November and December, I attended trainings, conferences, and retreats where I had the opportunity to learn more about a variety of topics, including how the legislative process works; the services and resources available to legislators; best practices for constituent engagement and working with our legislative assistants; working with small businesses; and much more. I also had the opportunity to build
friendships with fellow new legislators at these events. It’s been helpful to have other people in my position learning alongside me, not to mention more enjoyable. Session started on Jan. 8 with a swearing-in ceremony on the House floor. My parents and sister were there to help mark the occasion. For me, this was the moment when it really felt real - that my dream of being a public servant was finally realized. The rest of the fi rst week was spent learning more about important issues like healthcare and education, participating in implicit bias and sexual harassment training, and settling in to my office. Committee hearings started the second week of session. I’m honored to have been chosen as the vice chair of the Legacy Finance Division, which provides funding to protect Minnesota’s water sources and natural resources; enhance parks and trails and outdoor recreation; and encourage arts and culture. I’ll also be serving on Agriculture and Food Finance and Policy, Early Childhood Finance and Policy, and Education Policy. We’ve spent the fi rst couple of weeks hearing from stakeholders and experts in the field. I’ve had the chance to learn more about a variety of issues, but have been most impacted by testimony about mental health
needs in our schools and on our farms, particularly a story that a woman shared about her husband’s suicide due to farm-related stress. While the focus of these hearings has so far been on learning, it’s crucial to have this base of knowledge before acting on these important, often complicated issues. However, many great bills have already been introduced, and I’m looking forward to hearing public input. Working together, we can create a better future for all Minnesota families. Though some days are so busy that I barely have time to eat lunch, I am enjoying the fact that I can “nerd out” about public policy on a regular basis at work. And I continue to be humbled by the fact that people in our community chose me to represent them at the Capitol. Talking with constituents is one of my favorite parts of being a representative. I encourage you all to share your stories and perspectives, questions, and concerns with me. You can reach me by email at rep.ami. wazlawik@house.mn or phone at 651-296-3018. I hope to hear from you soon! Amy Wazlawik represents District 38B in the Minnesota House of Representatives. She can be reached at 651-296-3018 or rep.ami.wazlawik@house.mn.
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Contributions to society: What will our legacy be?
s our nation remembered the profound contributions Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made to our society, I reflected on what I can do to make this world a better place. Two things struck me as I enjoyed the holiday with my children. First, there was a palatable feeling of good will as we visited several different places of business. I noticed smiles, conversations, respect and kindness between people of from diverse backgrounds. There are still many barriers to overcome in achieving equality and that we need to continue speaking up for things that matter. But as I think back to my youth, I see that we have made progress and I find it encouraging. The other thing that struck me isn’t positive and may seem unrelated at first mention. In front of each place of business we visited — a theater, restaurant and a trampoline park— there were piles of salt on the sidewalks even though the pavement was dry and there wasn’t a need for any salt. As snow and ice melt off hard surfaces, it runs into storm drains that flow into lakes, streams and wetlands – taking the salt with it. Once the salt is dissolved in water, there is no practical way to get the salt out of the water.
Dr. King famously said, “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” Water is something that matters. When faced with piles of salt everywhere I go, I cannot help but wonder how polluting groundwater, lakes, and rivers with excessive salt is fair— especially to the next generation. I believe, we can do better as a society. Lawnchair I assume that people not know the harm Gardener do that they are inflicting on our waters. I believe Dawn Pape most people are well intentioned. I believe that the restaurant manager who applies excessive salt to the sidewalk is not aware that chloride concentrations are above the water quality standards in 30 percent of the drinking water wells in the Twin Cities. I believe she was thinking, ‘I’m going to keep our customers safe and show them that I really care by using extra salt.’ I also believe the faith-based institution maintenance worker wasn’t maniacally plotting to pollute the nearby
wetland and to kill the amphibians and fish. But rather, this diligent worker didn’t want any broken hips on his watch. Here are some ideas on where we can start doing better: • Plow, shovel, scrape, sweep early and often. • Use the right product for the right pavement temperature (not air) and be sure granules are three inches apart. • Sweep up (and reuse) excess salt once the pavement is clear of snow and ice. Let’s face it, we live in a litigious society. Everyone is afraid of getting sued so they spread copious amounts of salt to keep the pavement free of ice. But there is a way out of this fear. Minnesota could follow in the footsteps of New Hampshire and Illinois by passing legislation that limits liability. The proposed “Voluntary Salt Applicator Certification Program” legislation, that failed last session, calls for having the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) create a program to certify commercial salt applicators in water-friendly methods. This training program would promote best management practices that use the least amount of salt while ensuring safe
conditions on streets and sidewalks. Under this law, a certified commercial applicator as well as the owner, occupant or lessee who hired that applicator is not liable for damages or injuries arising from icy or snowy hazards on their premises as long as the snow and ice removal best management practices are followed. Records detailing the type, rate of application of de-icing materials used, dates, and weather conditions will need to be kept to show that the proper procedures are being taken to ensure safety. What will our legacy be? Dr. King said, “There comes a time when silence is betrayal.” Will you tell your legislator to support the “Voluntary Salt Applicator Certification Program” legislation and talk to the managers at the places you frequent about their salt practices? Find out more at saltsmart.info. Dawn Pape, a proud Master Gardener volunteer, mother of two young boys and Shoreview resident. She holds a Master’s degree in environmental education and can be reached at dawn@ lawnchairgardener.com
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Answers needed How does the Mahtomedi school district project a $41,000 surplus but now have a $740,000 deficit? Where is the accountability or reasonable explanation? For example: What exactly is "homeless transportation," how much does it cost and from where are they being transported? No sooner does the new levy significantly increase our costs, we now read about the how the financial crunch continues. We (taxpayers) need answers, not vague generalizations! Michael T. Kelly Grant
Appreciate hometown newspaper This week’s White Bear Press did my heart good! The positive well-written articles about exciting topics reminds me how fortunate we are to have a “hometown” newspaper. Jan Holtz White Bear Lake
Rush Line: Did you know? The Rush Line BRT a.k.a. Bus Line going through White Bear Lake will affect you even if you don’t ride the bus. Right now we have eight express bus routes running to and from White Bear Lake daily. Ridership is about 25 people per bus.
But did you know that the Rush Line will have buses going through downtown White Bear Lake on Highway 61 every 10 minutes at rush hours and every 15 min. during non-rush hours seven days per week? Did you know that all of the proposed sites for the required platform for charging of the buses and bathroom facilities will require 130 feet for accommodating two buses? Did you know there are six proposed sites for the stations, some being on the east and others on the west sides of Highway 61? All impact traffic, parking, and safety in the downtown area of White Bear Lake. Did you know that all of the proposed sites will eliminate
present parking spaces in downtown White Bear? Did you wonder where the prospective riders getting on in White Bear would park? Plans by BRT state parking will be mitigated. Did you know there is a Rush Line open meeting where the public is allowed to comment on Thursday, January 31 at the Maplewood Community Center from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.? We have lived here for 40 years and love the character and atmosphere of White Bear Lake. We think the proposed stations for the Rush Line will change that and not for the better. White Bear Lake was recently named the Best Minnesota Town by a panel of Minnesota Monthly magazine judges as noted in the White
Bear Press. Obviously, we did not need more rapid transit for that distinction. I hope you get this information in time so that you can attend the meeting on Jan. 31 and voice your concerns. There have to be alternative sites for the platform charging stations and restrooms that will not impact the downtown area of White Bear Lake. Please contact your White Bear Lake City Councilman to voice your concerns. Linda and Darwin Demeny White Bear Lake Editor's note: The Policy Advisory Committee meeting has been rescheduled to Feb. 28 at the Maplewood Fire Station, 1955 Clarence St.
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Ruth H. Kamnikar
Patricia G. Switzer
Age 83 Of White Bear Lake Passed away peacefully January 21, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband Leonard and sister Ina Sherratt. Survived by sons Mike (Sandy) and Brian (Karen); five grandsons Dave, Dan (Anna), Derek (Mandy) Paul and Nick; and two great-granddaughters, Olivia and Kayla. Ruth was born in Sturgeon River and raised in Virginia, Minnesota. She was proud of her Finnish Heritage and embodied the Sisu spirit. Ruth loved spending time at the cabin on Lake Vermillion and in the sauna. She also enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved reading and having tea or soup with friends at her favorite spots in downtown White Bear Lake. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Pius X Church, 3878 Highland Ave., White Bear Lake, where she attended mass for 50 years, with visitation one hour before Mass at Church. Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
Age 79 of White Bear Lake Passed away on January 21, 2019 Preceded in death by her husband Clinton Switzer and son Tom. Survived by her children, Debra, Mark, Beth and Doug. Patricia was a waitress at Venetian Inn and a bookkeeper at Harvest States. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. on Monday, February 4 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. Visitation 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, February 3 at Mueller Memorial, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave. and also 1 hour prior to Mass at church. Burial at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. MuellerMemorial.com 651-429-4944
Regina Sherman The Mass of Christian Burial for Regina E. Sherman is 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, White Bear Lake. Visitation 10 a.m. at the church. Private interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.
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John Bean Lehmicke Oct. 28, 1935 to Jan. 19, 2019 John passed away peacefully in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. John was preceded in death by his wife Lin, and is survived by many family members, friends, and neighbors who were blessed to know him. John will be remembered for his happy nature, heartfelt laugh, gentle manner, and all things related to planes, trains, and automobiles. John loved to tell stories about his life adventures, including growing up in White Bear Lake, serving as an Air Force medic in Japan, working as an airplane mechanic for TWA in Los Angeles, and the many happy years he shared with Lin. A March memorial service is being planned with Mueller Memorial Funeral Home in White Bear Lake. Full notice with service information at a later date.
Jean M. Lindlof Age 65 Of Mahtomedi Passed away unexpectedly January 24, 2019. Preceded in death by her parents Richard and Bonnie Walz and mother-in-law Marion Lindlof. Survived by her husband Steve; sons James and Andrew (fiancé Tasha Cardin); sister Judy (Michael) Kennedy and beloved nephews and niece. Memorial Mass Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Jude of the Lake, 700 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi. Gathering of family and friends one hour before Mass. Private family interment at a later date. Arrangements Honsa Family Funeral Home.
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Stolen truck found running on White Bear Lake — with only 1 wheel BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR
WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — Joe Johnson, of White Bear Lake Dental, thought he saw a truck with its front end going through the ice on White Bear Lake near Bellaire Beach about 8 a.m. Jan. 23. He went out onto the lake to investigate and found the vehicle looked like it was sinking because it had only one wheel. No one was inside, but the engine was still running. “I called 911,” he said. The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office arrived and confi rmed the vehicle had been stolen. A dealership in the 3400 block of Highway 61 called the sheriff's office about 8 a.m. to report two vehicles stolen from its service center, said Randy Gustafson, public communications coordinator. Shortly thereafter, Johnson's call about the abandoned vehicle was received. The Dodge Ram was confi rmed by deputies to be one of the stolen vehicles. It was towed off the lake. “It's good to have observant people out there giving us a call,” Gustafson said. A Jeep Cherokee was also stolen, but it had not been recovered as of press time. “We have possible suspects based upon surveillance video,” Gustafson said. It appears the vehicles were
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A truck was found running on White Bear Lake with three wheels missing the morning of Jan. 23. Joe Johnson saw the truck and reported it to law enforcement. It had been stolen from a car dealership on Highway 61 in Vadnais Heights the evening prior, according to the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office.
stolen the prior evening. Security video from area dealerships shows suspects at various places in the evening. The dealership had theft deterrents that would engage at 9
p.m., so it is believed the vehicles were stolen before that time. There were no tracks in the snow that fell overnight when an employee arrived to fi nd the vehicles and keys
stolen in the morning, he added. A different automotive repair business also reported an overnight vehicle break-in, Gustafson noted.
RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff's Offi ce reported the following incidents:
Vadnais Heights • An 11-year-old boy was “slapped, kicked and stomped” on his school bus the afternoon of Jan. 16 in the 1000 block of County Road D and transported to St. John’s Hospital. The incident remains under investigation. • Remains of an animal, species unknown, were found Jan. 16 dumped in Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park. Photos were taken and sent to the DNR. • A raccoon, hanging out by a trash compactor in the 400 block of Highway 96, fled into the woods Jan. 17 when it spotted an animal control officer. Later that day, curiosity got the best of the masked intruder and he walked into the officer’s catch pole. The coon, possibly ill, was transported to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. • Offices were ransacked and computer gear valued at $1,900 was stolen from a business in the 4200 block of Centerville Road in the predawn hours of Jan. 17. An investigation into the forced entry burglary continues.
• A burglary occurred overnight Jan. 18 at both sides of an unoccupied duplex in the 3300 block of Arcade Street. Items were moved and scattered about in the units undergoing reconstruction. • Just hours later on Jan. 19, A washer and dryer went missing in a forced entry incident also in the 3300 block of Arcade Street. An investigation is underway. • A 21-year-old Scandia male, just learning to drink, was found in the 1000 block of County Road E just after 3 a.m. on Jan. 19. The rookie, deemed “too drunk to take care of himself,” according to a deputy’s report, was transported to Region’s Hospital. • A pair of wheels and tires from the passenger side of a vehicle were stolen at a dealer’s lot the afternoon of Jan. 19 in the 3400 block of Highway 61. No suspects. • Another drunk male, age 33 out of White Bear Lake, was found in the 3300 block of Greenbrier Street the night of Jan. 21 and also transported to Region’s. • A 39-year-old West St. Paul man left no tip at his table at a restaurant in the 900 block of County Road E the night of Jan.18, then tried to take the entire tip jar from the cashier’s station.
He was quickly collared outside. Charges are under review. • Responding to a disorderly conduct report Jan. 21 at the Holiday Inn in the 1100 block of County Road E, deputies took a 48-year-old White Bear Lake man into custody on a Chisago County misdemeanor warrant for his arrest.
White Bear Township • Deputies responded to Bellaire school in the 2500 block of County Road F on both Jan. 15 and 17 on reports of disorderly juveniles. No other information was released. The reports were sent to the county attorney for review. • A 32-year-old man was arrested on charges of domestic assault, fi fth-degree assault and disorderly conduct in the wee hours of Jan. 19 in the 4500 block of Grace Street against a 64-year-old woman. • A man in the 4500 block of Margaret Street, unhappy that he was told Jan. 19 that he was about to be evicted, said he may commit suicide instead. He was advised to seek assistance.
WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported the following incidents:
Grant • Fraud/scam was reported Jan. 15 by a 70-year-old White Bear Lake man who complained that he had received phone calls from a Grant man, 54, regarding his credit cards. The Grant man told officers he had not called the complainant and didn't know him. Caller ID showed the number and name belonged to the Grant resident who was then informed that someone was using his contact information. • A woman on Jarvis Avenue inquired Jan. 15 as to whether a Florida detective was indeed who she said she was. The detective had called the woman about a fraud ring she had become a vic-
tim of. A deputy confi rmed that the detective is indeed working a case involving a credit card. • Fraud/scam was reported Jan. 17 when a Grant resident received an email with an Amazon heading showing an invoice for $99. The man said he did not order anything from Amazon and called the phone number on the invoice. He got a Spanish speaker on the other end. He called Amazon and they had no information on the invoice. The complainant wanted the sheriff's office aware of the scam. He was advised not to respond to the email. There were no losses.
Mahtomedi • Theft of a tablet was reported Jan. 16 by a Century College security guard. The tablet was stolen from
the EMT department store room. • A 76-year-old woman reported fraudulent activity on her Nordstrom credit card. She received a call from the store's fraud department stating there were multiple charges on the card all over the metro. She advised it was not her. Nordstrom requested a police report. The woman noted she had two packages stolen in December out of her mailbox on Park Avenue, including leather gloves worth $185 and a T-shirt worth $10. She is concerned there is mail theft in the area and was advised to consider a locking mailbox. • A Mahtomedi man, 60, was stopped for speeding Jan. 17 at the Hilton Trail ramp off Hwy. 36. A strong order of alcohol was detected and the man was arrested for possession of a small amount of marijua-
na, drug paraphernalia, DWI and refusal to submit to chemical test while driving under the influence. He was also cited for fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, a felony. The 2016 Ford co-owned by his mother was forfeited.
Willernie • Officers were called Jan. 22 to the 100 block of Leeds Place to fi nd a deer stuck in a metal fence. It tried to jump the fence but a rear leg got caught between the bars and it couldn't kick free. One deputy tamed the deer and lifted it up off the ground while another deputy removed its broken leg from the fence. It ran off into the neighborhood.
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WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following incidents: •A homeless couple arguing outside their van in the 1700 block of Fourth Street while their dog ran around loose Jan. 18, was advised by police to move along. •A vehicle was reported stolen in the 1800 block of Hinckley Street Jan. 18. •A 48-year-old driver was arrested for fourth-degree DWI near Bald Eagle Avenue and 12th Street Jan. 18. •A 47-year-old Vadnais Heights driver was arrested for fourth-degree DWI near Fourth Street Jan. 19. •A man was arrested for damaging hotel property in the 4600 block of White Bear Parkway Jan. 19. •A vehicle was reported stolen in the 3400 block of Bellaire Avenue Jan. 19.
•A 26-year-old White Bear Lake driver was arrested for DWI in the 1800 block of Webber Street Jan. 20. •A new house under construction on Summit Farm Lane in Gem Lake was burglarized Jan. 20. A nearly completed new home was entered and multiple appliances were stolen. Significant damage was sustained to the floors, walls, trim and doors in the process. •An aggravated robbery was reported in the 1600 block of Birch Lake Avenue Jan. 20. A suspect has been identified. •A 30-year-old driver was arrested for third-degree DWI near White Bear Avenue and Buerkle Road Jan. 22. •Criminal damage to property was reported in the 1500 block of Park Street Jan. 22. The suspect fled the scene but was located nearby. Formal gross misdemeanor criminal damage
to property charges are pending case review by the city prosecutor's office. •A threat of violence was made on Jan. 22 at Century College. An officer investigated the threat and the identified adult female suspect admitted she made a vague threat out of anger. The case was sent to investigations for follow up. •A known thief shoplifted $33 worth of merchandise in the 3100 block of Century Avenue Jan. 23. The 34-year-old from Mahtomedi was not located but a citations was mailed. •Theft of packages worth $265 from a front porch was reported in the 4700 block of Campbell Avenue Jan. 23. No suspects have been identified. •About $2,000 in items were reported stolen from a vhiecle in the 1700 block of Buerkle Circle Jan. 24.
PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS Dog dies after beating A fundraiser at Roma Restaurant and on Gofundme was started for Gemma Barry, of Willernie, after her dog Frodo was beaten. Frodo died after Barry rushed him to an emergency vet. Friends and community members had raised about $3,700 for the $2,700 vet bill as of press time. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspect of the beating, a renter of Barry’s. Additional funds raised will help her cover expenses, since the renter left without paying rent.
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Ron Wirth of Roma Restaurant started a fundraiser at the restaurant to benefit Gemma Barry, of Willernie, after she lost her dog Frodo.
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Man accused of stealing from employer Timothy Ryan Skrypek, 30, of White Bear Lake, allegedly stole
Friends gave Barry a new dog after Frodo died.
nearly $120,000 in goods and services from an AT&T where he was employed in Hudson. He was charged with three counts of felony theft in St. Croix County Circuit Court earlier this month. He is accused of 45 fraudulent phone activations and stealing devices and deposits.
DWI consequences Abbigail Rose Anderson, 40, of Mahtomedi, was sentenced Jan. 7 to 365 days in jail, 275 days stayed, for DWI. The Washington County judge ordered successful completion of treatment and a $50 fi ne plus 30 days of electronic home monitoring in February 2020 and 2021.
COMMUNITY BRIEFS Save date for theater gala Lakeshore Players Theatre is planning a Raise the Curtain gala May 23. The special evening is an annual fundraiser to benefit artistic and education programs at the theater, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake. A $100 ticket includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, dessert, wine, beer, auction, prizes and entertainment. Tickets for parties of eight are $750. The theater is hoping to raise more than $46,000. RSVP by May 16 at lakeshoreplayers.org or call the box office at 651-478-7427.
club.org for more information and the application form. Deadline to apply is April 1.
tions are also available on the city’s website at www.ci.mahtomedi.mn.us. Applications will be taken through March 4.
Nominate for public health awards Rush Line meeting changed The Rush Line Policy Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Jan. 31 has been rescheduled. The meeting will be held instead from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Maplewood Fire Station, 1955 Clarence St. The committee will be considering a downtown White Bear Lake station at the meeting.
Repeating call for commissioners
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The city of Mahtomedi is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on advisory commissions. Openings for three-year appointments exist on the Planning Commission, Parks Commission, Environmental and Finance Commission. The commissions serve as advisory bodies making recommendations within their areas of responsibility to the City Council. If you are interested in serving the community in any of these capacities, please contact City Hall at 651-426-3344 for an application form. Applica-
The Mahtomedi Garden Club is offering grants for garden-related projects in public areas of Mahtomedi, Willernie and adjacent communities. Visit the club's website at mahtomedigarden-
White Bear Animal Hospital is very happy to announce the recent addition of Dr. Matt Winter to our team! Dr. Winter was born and raised in the east metro area, graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine and has 21 years of experience providing outstanding care for dogs and cats in the Stillwater area. His special professional interests include surgery and internal medicine. Dr. Matt Winter Dr. Winter is in surgery on Mondays and is seeing appointments on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and every third Saturday.
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IMMIGRATION: Diverse journeys bring many cultures to Minnesota FROM PAGE 1A
to settle in the far north because it was too hot and she was afraid of snakes. By this time, she was married and had a daughter. They didn't want to move to Iceland with her so her family headed to Minnesota where she would study for a Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota. “Once I settled and felt comfortable, I became a teacher to give back what was given to me,” she said. She is a principal and teaches French and Spanish in North St. Paul. Obtaining her green card (permanent resident status) was a positive experience and she was well treated, she noted. People who enter the U.S. on a student visa typically need to fi nd employment in order to obtain a work visa after completing their studies. An employer can then sponsor them to obtain a green card. “We don't control what we were given, but we sure can control the goals we have in life,” Benachour said. She never took time to feel sorry for herself when she had to fi ght through tough times in survival mode. She also felt most people have been very culturally responsive in Minnesota. They try to pronounce her name and connect with her. Still, she sometimes worries if people might be against her because of her Muslim background or cultural differences. She said many of the racial and cultural barriers she feels are things she needs to overcome in her own head. “It's a feeling that often cannot be validated by facts,” she noted. “Sometimes it can be in our head, and a lot of times it is.”
Crossing the border to an undocumented life Catalina Morales Behena is one of the 800,000 “Dreamers.” She fi rst crossed the Mexican border with her parents when she was 2 years old. She grew up in Illinois not really knowing that her parents were undocumented immigrants. When local law enforcement started working with immigration officers to deport illegal immigrants in her community, her mom, now a single parent, lost her job. “My mom gave up and she decided one day after picking me up from middle school that we were going to Mexico,” Morales remembers. “I actually didn't know what that meant.” Morales was struck by the poverty she saw in Mexico City. People nearby lived in cardboard boxes. Her mother was too old to fi nd a job in Mexico so after a few years, she hired “coyotes,” or human smugglers, to take them back across the Rio Grande and through Texas. Morales said the river almost swept her away. The dangers of crossing the border are hard for people to understand. “You can't make sense of people trying to live and survive,” she remarked. The fi rst time Morales realized what being undocumented would mean for her life in the U.S. was when she told her mom how excited she was to get her driver's license. Her mom let her know that wouldn't happen. However, six years ago she was granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. The executive immigration policy allowed children brought illegally to the U.S. to receive a renewable work permit and license. They are commonly referred to as “Dreamers.” A related DREAM Act (Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors) was proposed in Congress but did not pass. It would
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Cathy Evans, center, St. Mary’s Catholic Church member, speaks with panelists Babatope Adedayo, left, and Malika Benachour, right, after an immigration discussion at the church Jan. 9.
have offered a path to citizenship. Morales is a student at St. Thomas University and works at ISAIAH, a social justice nonprofit. She said she doesn't understand why she and her mom can't fi nd any pathway to permanent resident status after living here 24 years and paying taxes. “We need to realize this isn't about politics,” she said. “This is about real people. We don't have to go to the border to meet people who are directly affected by this. They are here in Minnesota in the cold.”
Winning the diversity visa lottery Babatope Adedayo struck luck in the diversity visa lottery. Adedayo almost missed his chance to immigrate to the U.S. because the notification that he had won the diversity lottery went to an old address. Miraculously, he said, a friend of a friend saw his photo in a publication indicating he had won. “I would have lost out,” he said. “I had forgotten about it.” The diversity visa lottery allows 50,000 people per year into the U.S. from certain countries based on quota, Adedayo said. The lottery is free to play. Recipients are granted green cards and can apply for citizenship within five years. He came to live with a cousin in Minnesota. Adedayo lived a privileged life in Nigeria and came from a royal family. “I came to the U.S. when I was 28 and never had to work (previously),” he remembered. After he had been in the U.S. six months his cousin told him he had to work. He started work at a manufacturing company and thought, “This is not the place for me.” So, he went back to school. When someone immigrates to the U.S. their background is usually meaningless. He had a bachelor's degree in theology but that meant nothing in the U.S. He also felt like he had lost his identity. “I never knew what it meant to be black until I came to the United States,” he said. He is Nigerian and from the Yoruba tribe, but he felt like he was just a “black man.” His professor wouldn't try to pronounce his name. But there were other people who
helped and blessed him. He got through the tougher times and now works for the State of Minnesota supporting diverse small businesses. He said he is proud to be an American citizen. “Sometimes you might not be proud to be an American, but because of people like you I have made a decision to become an American citizen,” he said.
Second generation remembers refugee journey Mainhia Moua was a translator in elementary school. “It was fun to translate my student conferences to my parents,” she remembered. Her parents were refugees from Laos following the Vietnam War. Communist forces attacked Hmong villages whose residents had assisted the U.S. during the war. Her parents met in Thailand after they crossed the Mekong River and lived in refugee camps. In the ’90s, they were allowed to immigrate to the U.S. under refugee status. They had a clear path to green cards and citizenship. Mainhia was born a year after they arrived in Minnesota. “My name in Hmong means ‘girl with money,’” she said. “I think they had high hopes for me. I don't have any money, but I like to think of it as that I am rich in character.” The fun of translating for her parents began to wane when she had to try to understand adult topics in her youth. When her grandmother passed away, she had to talk to lawyers. When her parents lost their house, she had to talk to banks and Realtors. “I started to get ashamed my parents can't speak English,” she remembered. “It was a burden on me.” Plus, she couldn't lean on them for help in understanding high school classwork, like U.S. history. Everything came crashing down for Mainhia when she dropped out of university after two days. She was worried her parents would be upset she had given up on all they had tried to do to give her a better life in America. But when she told them, they reassured her that she would fi nd her way.
HOW TO GET A GREEN CARD A green card, d or permanentt resident id t card, d allows people to live and work permanently in the United States. Applicants must generally meet one of these eligibility requirements: • Family – such as being a relative of a lawful permanent resident or citizen, or fiancé(e) of a citizen • Employment – a business must usually file a petition for you • Refugee or asylee status – you may apply for a green card after one year • Human trafficking and crime victims – you must first get a nonimmigrant visa as allowed under the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) • Victims of abuse – under certain circumstances, such as an abused spouse of a lawful permanent resident or citizen • Special immigrant – for example, if you were an Afghan or Iraqi translator for the U.S. • Other circumstances – such as being selected in the diversity visa lottery, being an American Indian born in Canada or having resided continuously in the U.S. since 1971
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
IF YOU GO: Immigrant I i t Law L Center C t off Minnesota Mi t P Policy li Ad Advocate Sylvie Bisangwa will present on various topics surrounding immigration at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church. The event will be the second in a series on race and immigration hosted by the church social justice committee.
“There are so much opportunities here, way more than we had back there (in Laos),” they said. Mainhia went to community college while she decided what she really wanted to study. She plans to become an English professor. “I know my story is still being written,” she said. “I'm happy to see that my parents are more comfortable with people in the community.” The church event was the fi rst in a series on immigration, identity and race hosted by St. Mary's Catholic Church this year. A speaker from the Immigrant Law Center will present at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6. Catholic Charities will discuss race and identity at 6:30 p.m. April 15.
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WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY COUNCIL NOTES WHITE BEAR LAKE — At its Jan Jan. 22 meeting, the City Council approved the following: • A joint powers agreement with White Bear Township to enter into an engineering services contract with Short Elliot Hendrickson for a section of the Lake Links trail. The Legislature granted each municipality $11,000 in 2017 to design a trail on the north end of White Bear Lake along State Highway 96. The firm will identify public and utility rights of way, analyze alternative alignments and perform preliminary design work that could be used for general project cost estimates. Council will receive a report in a few months. • The city manager's salary, effective Jan. 1, 2019. The manager's bi-weekly compensation will be $5,676, plus a monthly vehicle allowance of $326. The compensation is in keeping with all city employees, according to Mayor Jo Emerson. "Our city manager is doing a great job and we're pleased with her performance," added the mayor. • A closed session to consider offers or counteroffers for purchase of real estate. Property under consideration includes addresses on Hoffman Road, 3944 and 3948, and property at 3955 and 3959 Hwy. 61. Property tax records show 3948 and 3959 are parcels owned by Deborah and Bradley Nelson and include Hi Tempo Snowsports and a large lot behind the store. The 3955 Hwy. 61 property is owned by Fred MaCalus Jr. and is the site of Fred's Wholesale Tire. The 3944 Hoffman Road piece is owned by Steven Kraut, according to county records. The city's public works facility is adjacent to the properties. Debra Neutkens
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SPORTS DOME: Commissioners want community input FROM PAGE 1A
Commissioner Victoria Reinhardt, White Bear Lake's representative and dome advocate, preferred to fast-track the project. “We need to build a structure. The one proposed makes sense to me,” she said. “I don't want to slow this down or make it contingent on partnerships. I don't disagree with Commissioner McDonough, but don't put the brakes on until we get it all.” She feels that “shooting for $1 million is doable.” Reinhardt reported that she had reached out to the White Bear Lake school district to partner on the project and said the superintendent and fi nance director were agreeable to a conversation. “And there are others,” she added. Words like diversity and equity were also used during the 90-minute discussion. McDonough wondered if the county could “leverage an opportunity to be more inclusive.” Commissioner Blake Huffman said the dome offers more diversity than any other sporting venue. “Our golf courses are not looking at equity,” he pointed out. The board agreed to bring the dome decision back to the conference table in three months to give staff and commissioners time to look for funding partners and to gather community input. A construction timeline will also be defi ned in time for the board's next budget cycle. Feedback from the public is something Reinhardt encourages. “Now that we have a plan, we need to have community engagement,” she stated. “What do people think about this? That is critically important. We are putting together that process now.”
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Forty individuals or groups have advocated for reopening the dome; six offered financial support in the amount of $5,000.
Members of the White Bear Lake Soccer Club observing the proceedings included Shannon Hartinger, the club's developmental director, who leads the “Save the Turf” group. Asked her reaction to the board's action, Hartinger replied that she is grateful that the facility is moving forward on the same footprint, but the timeline is not favorable. The club is already signing twoyear contracts with other facilities to ensure indoor training time during winter, Hartinger said, also noting those times are not ideal as long-term users get prime slots. Another “takeaway,” she added: “I think they are missing the piece about equity and diversity that
the dome provides. Soccer is the world's biggest sport. It is inclusive. The equity piece is already here.” Mahtomedi resident Norm Setnicker, a member of the Roseville Senior Softball Association, bemoaned the height of the proposed facility. A truss structure won't be as high, something softball players appreciate about the dome. He wanted to remind commissioners that 300 softball players used the dome during daytime hours four times each week last winter. “It's not a dome anymore,” Setnicker pointed out, adding that Stillwater is putting an addition on its dome next year. “Ramsey will be the only county without a dome.”
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WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — Now that a pavement management plan has been created, the town is working to enact that plan. During a meeting Jan. 23, the White Bear Town Board authorized an engineering and construction firm to prepare a feasibility report on projects listed in the pavement management plan that are slated for 2019. The proposed projects include mill and overlay on streets in the Parkview and Weston Woods neighborhoods, on Fourth and Fifth streets and in the Hobe area on the west side of Bald Eagle Lake. A mill and overlay removes the top layer of a street and replaces it with a fresh layer of bituminous pavement (asphalt). The town also proposes to reconstruct White Bear Parkway. White Bear Township staff recently performed a study of the town’s street system to determine the current condition of the roadways and feasible next steps. The result was a pavement management plan, which the town board approved during a regular meeting on Jan. 7. Streets in the town are rated on a scale from 0 to 5, with 5 being the best. A new road would be considered a 5. At 4, the street is in a good condition but there is initial cracking. Streets rated at 3 have structural cracking and those rated at 2 have extensive cracking. Per the study, the average rate of town streets was 3.4 with the goal being between 3.4 and 3.6. Streets between 2.2 and 3.25 should be considered for a mill and overlay, and streets at or below 2.2 should be considered for reconstruction, which replaces the entire road. The 2019 projects are estimated to cost $1.7 million, though the feasibility report will give more detail and a better estimate of the costs, Town Engineer Larry Poppler said. Per the pavement management plan, the town should complete $2.2 million in street improvements each year. Poppler said the 2019 projects were scattered throughout the town in an effort to perform timely road maintenance where it is most needed, which would prevent more costly maintenance in the long term. In the future, projects might be grouped together in order to lower costs. “We want to catch these streets before they get to a point where they are most costly to repair,” Poppler said. “In some years, we might have more scattered improvements — especially for mill and overlay.” It’s likely the town board would approve the feasibility report and hold a public hearing on the potential projects in April with construction beginning in July, Poppler said. A reconstruction is generally required on a road to return it to a rating of 5 if nothing has been done to it 30 years after the original construction. If a sealcoat project is done on a road after three or four years and then again after eight years, with mill and overlay projects after 20 years and 40 years, then the overall
cost of maintaining the road is less expensive, he noted. A street rating can be marginally improved with a crack sealing and sealcoating, which extends the life of a road by 7 to 13 years. A mill and overlay, where the top part of the road is replaced, can extend the life of a road by 15 years. Reclamation and reconstruction projects are required when the road has degraded to a certain point. These repairs are more expensive, as the road pavement section must be removed and replaced. Funding for the various projects would be done through tax levies, assessments or bonds, or through the use of various funds or grants, cost splits or franchise fees. There would also be communication plans to keep affected residents informed about the road projects. If improvements are not done in the next five years, the average rating of the town’s streets will fall to 2.93, Poppler said at the Jan. 7 meeting. If proposed projects are done, the rating would increase to 3.52. In other action at the Jan. 23 meeting, the board: • Continued a public hearing regarding a proposed 6,000-square-foot addition to Calvary Church on Greenhaven Drive. The master plan for the church shows 40,000 square feet of future additions. • Approved a joint powers agreement with the city of White Bear Lake to use $22,000 in legislative funding to plan and define a trail route along Highway 96. The town is the lead on the project. • Authorized an engineering and construction firm to prepare plans and specifications for bidding for work on the Hammond Road water tower to remove existing paint and repaint it. The tower was built in 1982 and the project is included in the town’s capital improvement plan (CIP). • Authorized an engineering and construction firm to prepare plans and specifications for the rehabilitation of lift station No. 9 on Otter Lake Road. The station was installed in 1979 and some components are obsolete. The control panel will be upgraded and new pumps, pump rail guides, valves, force main and antenna poles will be installed. The project is included in the infrastructure rehabilitation program. • Approved 2019 sealcoat project specifications for various roads in the town and approved the advertisement of bids for these projects. The estimate is $114,741 for sealcoating and $32,259 for crack sealing. If bids come in under budget, the scope of the projects could increase. • Awarded a quote to Field Outdoor Spaces for $22,955 with funding from the park acquisition and development fund to create a handicapped-accessible access to Bald Eagle Lake. • Tabled a discussion about painting and carpeting upgrades to the township administrative office in order to get more information on interior security and ADA accessibility. The CIP includes $95,000 for carpeting, painting and replacing the front doors of the office.
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AVENUE OF THE ARTS LAKESHORE PLAYERS THEATRE
Empowering youth to thrive on life’s stage.
HANIFL Performing Arts CENTER
Artist Talk: Smashing the Invisible Saturday, February 2, 1:30-2:30 PM
Join Lakeshore Players Theatre at the Bear'ly Open this Saturday, February 2nd.
Am Now Writer: Public Reading Monday, February 4, 7:00-8:30 PM Join us for a public reading with various writers. Special guest from Lakeshore Players Theatre, Rob Thomas will read from his play about the Dakota/US War of 1862. Call (651) 407-0597 to register for this FREE event ($5 suggested donation)
4971 Long Ave whitebeararts.org 651.407.0597
LPT will be out on the ice as a hole sponsor for the 12th Annual Bear'ly Open for an afternoon of golf on ice to benefit the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf.
For more information or to sign up to golf, visit bearlyopen.org 4941 Long Ave lakeshoreplayers.org 651.478.7427
Tuesday February 5th at 6:30PM at Forest Lake High School Theater $5 Suggested Donation 4941 Long Ave childrensperformingartsmn.org 651.336.8613
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City’s Rush Line decision/recommendation postponed a month BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR
WHITE BEAR LAKE — A decision on the downtown Rush Line bus station has been postponed to the City Council’s second meeting in February. Actually, it will be more of a recommendation as the ultimate decision will be in the hands of a policy committee. The agenda did not include a presentation on the six location options, as earlier planned. Instead, the Rush Line project team will consider responses to an online survey and pick its preference to present at the Feb. 12 council meeting. “We hope to absorb information,” said City Manager Ellen Hiniker, and “bring a recommendation to the policy advisory committee (PAC) at the Feb. 26 council meeting.” More than 130 people attended the Jan. 10 open house that displayed the options, giving people opportunity to choose a favorite, according to Hiniker. The team has been responsive to comments and prefers to wait until the online survey ends Jan. 31 before naming a preferred location downtown, she said. All five stations in White Bear Lake, including downtown, will be considered next month and council asked to recommend its choice for downtown. “It’s in the project’s best interest if council has consensus,” Hiniker said. “If council is not
“I don’t think they do a good job articulating where ridership is coming from. And how will the project get paid for?” Dan Jones Councilman, White Bear Lake comfortable making a recommendation (at that time), the PAC still has to come back to council.” There is 1.5 years left in the environmental assessment phase of the project. It is that phase where the preferred option will be studied. Councilman Dan Jones asked what the expected ridership is for the corridor. “It never really says,” he said. “I don’t think they do a good job articulating where ridership is coming from. And how will the project get paid for?” A summary provided in the council packet of a Dec. 13 meeting hosted by the city’s Economic Development Corporation indicated Rush Line would serve 8,000 riders per day at a construction cost of $420 to $470 million. Project representatives and members of the area chamber attended the December meeting. Project representatives also indicated at that meeting that the concept of a downtown station
at Clark Avenue and Second Street has been terminated. Councilman Bill Walsh reminded council that Rush Line is a proposal. “There is no funding from the federal government yet,” he noted. “The county is putting in a proposal to ‘please fund us.’ We will compete for money from communities all over the country. There won’t be a fi nal decision because it’s not funded. I don’t like the process for this project, and I don’t want it. We are asked to vote on where the stations go before we vote on whether we should have it.” Walsh added that he has taken the 265C express bus to downtown St. Paul for work. It’s offered four times in the morning and four times in evening. Ridership averages 196 people per day. It was noted at the December meeting that the Bus Rapid Transit service is not intended for downtown commuter traffic served by express buses, but rather users who need transit at times outside of rush hour and/or those who do not work downtown. As for how the project will be funded, up to half the construction cost will be covered by federal funding and the remainder paid for by Ramsey County through its Railroad Authority levy and half-cent transportation sales tax. Fares will cover a portion of the operating costs; the remainder will be publicly funded.
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All Are Invited! Traditional Worship Join us at Redeemer! September - May SUNDAY WORSHIP Traditional - 8:30 am Education/Coffee - 9:30 am Contemporary - 10:30 am
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS Meal 5-6 pm Programming 6-7 pm Menu online-All ages welcome
Summer AT REDEEMER Worship- 9:30 am Coffee-10:30 am
CHURCH OF ST. PIUS X
Worship on the Farm Bruentrup Family Farm 2170 E. County Road D Maplewood, MN Meal 5:30 pm Worship 6:30 pm 3770 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake 651-429-5411 rlcwbl.org
3878 Highland Avenue White Bear Lake • 651-429-5337 www.churchofstpiusx.org Masses: Mon.-Fri. 8 am • Wed. 6:30 pm First Sat. 8 am, Sat. 4 pm Sun. 8:45am & 10:30am, 7:30pm • Reconciliation: Sat. 6pm
Traditional Worship at 9 am Contemporary at 9 & 10:30 am
Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary
Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 8:45 & 10:15 a.m. Great Hall NURSERY AT ALL SERVICES ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 900 STILLWATER ROAD, MAHTOMEDI WWW.SAINTANDREWS.ORG 651-426-3261
TWO SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES 9-10am traditional 10:45-11:30am band-led/casual Nursery available for both
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First Christian Church of St. Paul (disciples of Christ) Mahtomedi, Minnesota
OF THE LAKE
Masses: Saturday – 5:00 PM Sunday – 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 AM
650 Wildwood Road Mahtomedi, MN 55115 www.fccstpaul.com 651-779-3330
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Chruch
CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL
www.stjudeofthelake.org
Monday & Wed-Fri: Mass at 9 a.m. Tuesday: Mass at 6 p.m. a.m. Saturday: Mass at 5 p.m. Sunday: Mass at 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30-4:30 p.m. 700 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi 651-426-3245
651-429-7771 www.stmarys-wbl.org
Worship time: Sundays 10am 9:00 am Sunday School & Adult Education 10:15 am Worship 11:15 am Fellowship time
Church 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake Parish Life Center/School 4690 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake
South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church South Shore Blvd. at Bellaire Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 651-429-4293 LCMS Pastor Bob Gehrke Pastor Dan Bodin
LAKEWOOD WORSHIP CENTER L Sunday School and Fellowship at 9:00 am Family Worship Service at 10:30 am Lts. Michael & Erin Metzler, Pastors 2080 Woodlynn Ave. , Maplewood • 651-779-9177
Worship Saturday 5:30 p.m. Sunday 8 and 10:45 a.m. Christian Education Hour 9:30 – for all ages – Dial-A-Devotion 651-429-0078 www.sstwbl.org
We are Sharing, Caring, & Growing in Christ We’d Love to Have You Come Join US!
White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church
A Welcoming & Inclusive Faith Community
Rev. Victoria Safford
Rev. Sara Goodman
LEAD MINISTER
ASSISTANT MINISTER
Sunday Services & Religious Ed: 9 & 11am
(651) 426-2369 / wbuuc.org
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SPAGHETTI DINNER AND STREAM FAIR When: 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31 Where: Frassati Catholic Academy, 4690 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Meal including spaghetti, homemade sauce, meatballs, garlic toast and tossed Caesar salad; Family $35; Adult $10; Children $5 (age 3-13). Science and engineering projects by kids in grades 6-8 on display 5-7 p.m. Contact: 651-429-7771 or frassati-wbl.org
COMMUNITY DANCE When: 6-11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 Where: White Bear Country Inn, 4940 Highway 61 N. Details: Dance to the live music of the Wild Cat Combo, along with appetizers, silent auction, and activities. $10 in advance or $15 at the door; proceeds support the Bear’ly Open fundraiser for the local food shelf. Contact: bearlyopen.org
brary, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Class targeted towards girls ages 10-18. Bring a yoga mat. Registration required. Contact: 651-426-2042
FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE THEY COME FROM When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Learn the history and meaning of the creatures of the Harry Potter franchise, including real-life legends. Free and no registration required. Contact: washcolib.org
MID-WINTER MARRIAGE REFRESHER When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: St. Andrews Lutheran Church, Great Hall, Details: Marriage refresher event open to all couples to learn more about each other, develop helpful skills to deal with conflict, and have the opportunity to create a vision for marriage. $50/couple includes lunch. Contact: 651-762-9155 or saintandrews.org
AUSTIN STRONG ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT
WINERY WONDERLAND When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Satur- AT 7 VINES VINEYARD day, Feb. 2 Where: Bald Eagle/Otter Lakes Regional Park, 5800 Hugo Road, White Bear Township Details: All ages event to bring awareness, fund research, and support local families affected by childhood cancer. $30/adults; $15/kids, includes T-shirt. Contact: www.austin strong.org
YOGA WELLNESS FOR GIRLS When: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Where: Wildwood Li-
When: 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: 7 Vines Winery, 101 Highway 96 E., Dellwood Details: Wander through the vineyard on snowshoes following twinkling candlelight, singing and dancing to Rat Pack music by Gary LaRue, a complimentary glass of wine, board games and blackjack table, exclusive specials on food and wine, bonfi re, s’mores and prize drawings. $50. Contact: mywahoo adventures.com
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WINTERFEST When: 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10 Where: St. Pius X, 3878 Highland Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Hot food, boutique, children’s games, inflatables, bingo, cake walk, wine toss, bean bag tournament, raffles, silent auction and more. Contact: 651-429-5337 or churchofstpiusx.org
AGING IN PLACE When: 2-3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Free workshop on options and resources to support older adults who prefer to stay in their homes, including information on long-term care. Free, but registration required. Contact: 651-426-2042
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Bear’ly Open When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Where: Ramsey County Beach, 5050 Lake Ave. N., White Bear Lake Details: Annual golf on ice event benefits the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. Open to all ages. 18-hole course, hospitality tent, food and entertainment.
Golfers play with tennis balls and use golf clubs, hockey sticks, tennis rackets, or anything else that can propel a tennis ball. Official Winter Carnival event. $30/adult; $15/ student ($5 additional for walk-ins) Contact: bearlyopen.org
BUILD A BURGER FOR TROOPS When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11 Where: White Bear Lake VFW 1782, 4496 Lake Ave. S. Details: Fundraiser for Suburban Ramsey County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. $6 burgers. Open to the public. Contact: 651-426-4944
ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB When: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Where: Kowalski’s, 4391 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake. Details: 3 mile hike along White Bear Lake and surrounding residential areas. Treats at Kowalski’s or Taco John’s. Contact: stpaulhike.com
2ND TUESDAY LUNCH FOR SENIORS When: Noon Tuesday, Feb. 12 Where: Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights Details: Meet new people and join friends and neighbors for a delicious rigatoni with meat sauce, dinner salad and garlic bread meal, conversation, and bingo. Advanced registration only by noon, Feb. 8. $5/ person. Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com
NEW PLANTS FOR ZONE 4 GARDENERS When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Where: Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Speaker Debbie Lonnie will present new plants that work in northern gardens, including woody trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. Refreshments, socializing, silent auction and information.
Free, but registration required. Contact: 651-770-1141 or mahtomedigardenclub. org
TED TALKS When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: View and discuss influential videos from expert speakers on education business science tech and creativity. February Ted Talk topic is “The Danger of a Single Story.” Contact: 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org
Theater ‘UNDERNEATH THE LINTEL, THE MYSTERY OF THE ABANDONED TROUSERS’
designed for a cast of six. Tickets $20/adults; $10/ children. Contact: 651-426-3275 or lakeshoreplayers.org
Art ARTIST TALK: SMASHING THE INVISIBLE When: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: MRAC Communications Director, Bethany Whitehead, will lead artist Mary Simon-Casti, and Dr. Liliya Williams, astrophysicist, in a discussion about the intersection of art and physics. Contact: whitebeararts. org
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8 and Saturday, Feb. 9; 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10 Where: The Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: A reclusive librarian finds a book 123 years overdue and he’s compelled to embark on a worldwide quest to track down the borrower and in the process uncovers a mystery. Performed by veteran fi lm and TV actor, Patrick O’Brien. Tickets $18-$45. Contact: stillwater zephyrtheatre.org
MAHTOMEDI K-12 SCHOOL DISTRICT ART SHOW OPEN HOUSE
‘CHARLOTTE’S WEB’
When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10 Where: Maplewood Mall Details: Cocktails, snacks, door prizes and create your own personalized wood sign. Over 20 designs to choose from. $30 cost of materials and instruction. Contact: yourcreate space.com
When: 1 & 4 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 9 & 16; 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10 & 17; 7 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 14& 21; Fridays, Feb. 15 & 22 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Special 50-minute version of the play
When: 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Special open house to celebrate artists exhibiting in the K-12 Mahtomedi School District Art Show. Everyone welcome. Artwork will be on display through the month of February. Contact: 651-426-2042
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STUDIO COFFEE & OPEN STUDIO: ARTIST TO ARTIST When: 9:30-12:30 a.m. Fridays, through Feb. 22 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Come for coffee from 9:30-10:30 a.m. to discuss art, artists, techniques and trends with Neil Johnston; stay for open studio and make art from 10-12:30. For adults, experienced beginner to advanced. Free with registration. Bring snacks. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org
Music K-5 CONCERT AND PIANO RECITAL When: 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Where: Level Up Academy, 2600 County Road E., White Bear Lake Details: “Narbert the Narwhal and His North Pole Neighbors” performed by students in grades K-5. Begins at 6 p.m. with a 30-minute piano recital by students in grades 1-8. All ages. Free. Contact: 651-408-5559; or levelupacademy.org
SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31 Where: Hallberg Center for the Arts, 5521 E. Viking Blvd., Wyoming Details: Program fetures the original works of Cathie English, Jerry Esnough and Tim Cheesebrow. Contact: reverbnation. com/cathieenglish; jerryesnough.com; cheesebrowmusic.com
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‘The Older the Better’ Vintage Snowmobile Event When: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Where: Blacksmith Lounge, 17205 N. Forest Blvd., Hugo Details: See old sleds (1987 and older) and support the Stillwater Snowmobile Club. Trophies, cash
raffle, door prizes and bake sale. Food and drinks available for purchase. $5 entry fee/sled. Free admission for spectators. Contact: stillwatersnowmobileclub. org
Details: Two bands, Zed Lepplin and The Crown When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jewels, perform a tribute to Queen. Tickets $20 Feb. 2 online or at the door; $30 Where: White Bear VIP. Doors open at 7 p.m. Unitarian Church, 375 Pizza buffet and drink Maple St., Mahtomedi specials. Details: Master guitar Contact: one23events.com player Dean Magraw is joined by the soulful MAHTOMEDI MUSIC voice of Carol Caouette FACULTY in an evening of music When: 3 p.m. Sunday, full of variety, from Feb. 10 original tunes to Hendrix. Tickets at the door Where: Chautauqua Fine or on eventbrite. Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Contact: wbuuc.org Details: District 832 music faculty perform the THE DYSTART FAMILY gamut of musical styles When: 4 p.m. Sunday, and genres, individually Feb. 3 and collectively. Tickets Where: Lakewood Wor$20/adults; $15/seniors; ship Center, 2080 Wood$12/students. Proceeds lyn Ave., Maplewood support Kelly Spaulding Details: Country Gospel Memorial Scholarships Music performers from and school music proMacon, Missouri. Free grams. will offering. Contact: wildwoodartist Contact: 651-779-9177 series.com
DEAN MAGRAW WITH CAROL CAOUETTE
40TH ANNUAL WBL JAZZ NIGHT CLUB DINNER/DANCE When: 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: WBLAHS South Campus Cafeteria, 3551 McKnight Road Details: Performances by high school jazz ensembles, alumni jazz band, and special guests Free and Easy Band. Dinner catered by Donatelli’s. $30/Adults and $25/ Seniors, Children under 12, Military, included dinner and dance. Dance Only $15. Contact: 651-775-7207 or wblmusicboosters.org
ROYALTY OF ROCK TOUR When: 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: JX Event Venue, 123 2nd St., Stillwater
Ongoing BABY & ME STORYTIME When: 9:45-10:15 a.m. Mondays Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Storytime for ages 6-23 months and a caregiver. Limited to 15. Contact: 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org
FAMILY STORYTIME — WHITE BEAR LAKE
FAMILY STORYTIME — MAHTOMEDI When: 10:30-11 a.m. Mondays Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: For all children and families. Contact: 651-426-2042 or washcolib.org
BABY STORYTIME When: 11:15-11:45 a.m. Mondays Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: For children birth-24 months and caregivers. Contact: 651-426-2042 or washcolib.org
the crowning of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival doggie royal court. Contact: uniondepot.org/ doggiedepot
minor must be with an adult. Contact: 651-430-8200 or co.washington.mn.us/ parks
‘HATS OFF TO THE LIBRARY’ FRIENDS GALA
KICKSLEDDING, CRAFT AND COCOA
When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Where: Roseville Library, 2180 Hamline Ave. N. Details: Join library-loving, hat donning friends for the annual fundraiser for the Ramsey County Libraries. Live music, silent and live auction, games, trivia, prizes and photo booth. Costume contest. Tickets $50 in advance. Contact: rclfriends.org/ gala2019
TRI-COUNTY DFL SENIOR CAUCUS LUNCHEON When: 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Where: Vannelli’s By the Lake, 55 Lake St. S. Details: Speaker Joel Clemmer will discuss the topics of universal health care based on single payer financing and his experience lobbying at the Legislature. Anoka and Washington County residents welcome. Contact: 651-492-1149
SHOREVIEW COMMUNITY GARDEN CLUB When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Holistic nurse and board certified feng shui consultant, Elaine Anderson will speak on “Feng Shui in the Garden.” $3 fee; open to the public. Contact: 651-484-4341 or sandilauer@comcast.net
‘SCIENCE FAIR’ When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7 Where: Marine Village Hall, 121 Judd St., Marine on St. Croix FAMILY SNOW FUN Details: National GeoWhen: 10 a.m.-noon Satgraphic documentary urday, Feb. 2 follows nine high school Where: Lee and Rose students as they navigate Warner Nature Center, rivalries and setbacks on 15375 Norell Ave. N., their journey to comMarine on St. Croix pete at the International Details: Snowshoeing and Science and Engineering Fair. Free admission; campfi re for families doors open at 6:30 p.m. with young children. $5 Refreshments served. members; $7 non-members; registration Contact: marine required. communitylibrary.org Contact: 651-433-2427 or warnernaturecenter.org GUIDED MORNING
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DOGGIE DEPOT
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 When: 10:30-11 a.m. FriWhere: Union Depot, St. days Paul Where: White Bear Lake Details: Free event for Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Stories, songs and people and their pooches includes rescue fingerplays to enhance dog adoptions with 20 early literacy skills for animal rescue organichildren ages 2-5. zations, a pet products Contact: 651-724-6007 or marketplace, pet experts rclreads.org including Katie K9, and
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When: 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: Pine Point Park, 11900 Norell Ave., Stillwater Details: Learn to identify birds that call the area home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with a guide. Free with parks permit. Open to all ages;
When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Use Norwegian “sparks” or kicksleds then warm up inside around the fi replace to enjoy hot cocoa and prep ice lanterns to take home as a winter luminary. All ages. $10/members; $13/nonmembers; registration required. Contact: 651-433-2427 or warnernaturecenter.org
STARWATCH PARTY WITH MIKE LYNCH When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, 1515 Keats Ave. N. Details: Use large reflecting telescopes to view winter constellations, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and other celestial treasures. Hosted by Mike Lynch, meteorologist and broadcaster. Free with parks permit. Contact: co.washington. mn.us
VALENTINE’S DAY CARRIAGE RIDES When: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14
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Where: Pedestrian Plaza, Water St., downtown Stillwater Details: Free carriage rides along the river; shopping and dining deals at local establishments all weekend long. Contact: discover stillwater.com
‘UNSTUCK’: AN OCD MOVIE When: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14 Where: Family Means, 1875 Northwestern Ave. S., Stillwater Details: Free screening of movie about obsessive compulsive disorder, followed by presentation, and Q & A from experts at Rogers Behavioral Health. Open to the public. Contact: familymeans. org
30 yr. Annual A l Banquet B Feb. 2, 2019 • 6- 9pm Rudy’s Redeye Grill, WBL Res Req. 651-653-3333 Speaker: Manager For Will Steger $28 – Buffet + 5 Tkts Prizes + Drone 501(c)3
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LOOKING BACK Week of January 27 – February 2, 2019 Culled from the archives of the White Bear Press at the resource library of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society. 1919 The Siwash Club has been very much alive lately. On Tuesday evening of last week they turned out in force, and sprang a surprise party on T. L. Bouquin, at his residence on Lake avenue. Theodore has settled down comfortably in his undress apparel for the evening, when his door opened and in walked George Farmer with a big kettle. Before T. L. could ask him what he wanted at that time of night, some 25 others crowded in after him. He quickly recovered from the shock and welcomed them in cordially. It was needless to say that they had a pleasant evening… 1944 A group of twenty-five people, representing various organizations in the community, met at the home of Mrs. R. R. Wagner, 6th street, Friday evening to discuss the starting of a Teen-Age Canteen for the young people of White Bear…We have failed the past two weeks to report our beautiful spring weather. No snow yet, bright, sunshiny, thermometer running up into the 40s, doors and windows open. Open places in Birch and White Bear lakes. Tuesday the thermometer reached 56, warmest January on record…. 1994 Two local residents will be participating in the 1994 St. Paul Winter
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Queen candidates in the Winterfest Parade, White Bear Lake, 1956.
Carnival Queen of the Snows program. Shawn-Marie Tester of White Bear Lake and Heather Evans, of Mahtomedi. The Winter Carnival Queen will be named at the Royal Coronation in Roy Wilkins Auditorium, January 27th….
Looking Forward to the Past Upcoming Historical Society Events Gangster Bus Tour - Saturday, April 27, 2019 Come along for an adventurous outing to explore the hideouts and haunts of the 1930s era gangsters who laid low in the cottages around
White Bear and Bald Eagle Lakes. Sights include a Mahtomedi speakeasy and the location of a notorious dance club. Tours depart at 10 & 11:30 am $20/$15 WBLAHS Members. Advance Tickets Required at Whitebearhistory.org or call 651-4075327 during open hours
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3. Ella Bell stitches the waistband of comfy pants she created in a Kids SEW Cool sewing class held at OH Anderson Elementary Jan. 24. Participants work on their sewing skills while creating fashionable pajama bottoms. Similar adult classes are offered through Mahtomedi Community Education with the group selecting a class date that works best for them. — Cathy Wyland 4. A curious coyote stops to look last weekend on Bald Eagle Lake as its photo is taken. — Roxanne Townshend
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Another strong week for Zephyr gymnasts Mahtomedi gymnastics topped North St. Paul to remain unbeaten (6-0) in duals and placed second at the Eagan Invitational, behind state champion Stillwater, last week. The Zephyrs tallied 142.725 points against North as Bella Frattalone scored 37.6, Kate Ryan 36.35 and Kerri Manders 35.50 for the top three spots. The highlight was a “five-for-five” on balance beam with Manders, Zoe Bush, Annika Daniels, Frattalone and Ryan all “sticking” it (no falls). Frattalone, who's second in all-around on the state honor roll, was champion at Eagan with 38.6 and Ryan was second (career-best 35.85). Even so, Stillwater bested the Zephyrs 144.8 to 143.9. Frattalone won vault (9.75), bars (career-high 9.7), and beam (9.55). Ryan (9.35) and Zoe Bush (9.2) were fourth and sixth on vault with career highs. Bruce Strand
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Posing after all five stuck their beam routines were, from left, Kerri Manders, Kate Ryan, Zoe Bush, Annika Daniels and Bella Frattalone.
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Mahtomedi wrestlers had a winning week with seven dual meet victories while three individuals reached milestones. The Zephyrs (18-9) defeated host St. Thomas Academy 58-18 and Tartan 53-25 on Metro East duals Thursday, Jan. 24. They went 5-0 in the St. Croix Lutheran Duals on Saturday, Jan. 26, beating Rush City-Braham 61-16, Mille Lacs Raiders 68-9, St. Agnes 82-0, St. Croix Lutheran 61-3, and Pine Island 63-12. During this stretch, juniors Reid Lawrence and Nate Kujawa each got their 100th win, and senior Elijah Heatherston reached 60.
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Icemen suffer section loss to Totino-Grace Mahtomedi boys hockey lost to a section rival, Totino-Grace, 5-1 last Tuesday, Jan. 22, then routed conference rival Simley 11-2 the next night. Totino-Grace (13-5) is now ranked No. 5 and Mahtomedi (14-3-1) is No. 6 in Class A. Joe Paradise had Mahtomedi’s goal against T-G. Goalie Ben Dardis faced 40 shots, stopping 35. Against Simley, Noah Skillings and Adam Johnson notched two goals each, while Kory Pilarsky, Cole Klingbell, JD Metz, Tommy Broten, Dylan L’Allier, Cole McCarver and Dylan Duckson had one each. Joe Paradise made four assists.
Girls lose to Sibley, top North in hoops Mahtomedi girls basketball is 5-12 after losing to Henry Sibley 66-52 and
beating North St. Paul 64-17 in conference last week. Saley Underwood notched 13 points and Julia Salmen 11 in the loss to Sibley (9-8). Against an undermanned North lineup, Ella Hronski tallied 19 points and Salmen 15.
Zephyr girl skaters nipped by Rosemount, Hastings Mahtomedi girls hockey (10-11-2) was edged twice, 2-1 each time, last week, against Rosemount and Hastings (in overtime). Molly Farrell had the goal against Rosemount and Anna Jerylo scored against Hastings. Lauren Hamme in goal made 24 and 30 saves. Sam Benson got the game-winner for Hastings (8-13-1) just 1:19 into the extra session.
Centers has hot hand as cagers beat Sibley, North Zac Centers was torrid from the 3-point range both games — 14-for-22 overall —as Mahtomedi beat Henry Sibley 80-41 and North St. Paul 90-79 last week. Mahtomedi (12-3 overall) is 7-0 in the Metro East, with Tartan 6-1 and North 5-2. J’vonne Hadley sank 25 points and Centers 23 against Sibley. Devin Melzer added 14 and Cole Chapman 11. Centers was 5-for-9 from long range in that game and even better against North as the senior guard drilled nine of 13 on the way to 33 points. Hadley was right behind with 20. Luke Ricker had 11 and Sam Bell and Chapman eight each. Dajuan Carter pumped in 36 points for North (9-7).
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Bear cagers earn big-game experience, lose to East Ridge including three 3-pointers. Sam Schwartz added 12 points. About pulling out the bleachers behind the players’ benches, Lockwood said, “The players were very excited about it, because all but Sam had not played with both sides out.” He added that another big crowd is expected Friday when defending state champion Cretin-Derham Hall visits. It will be the annual Youth Basketball/Coaches vs Cancer event. The Timberwolves’ Slam Squad will perform along with “Crunch” the mascot. The Bears beat Forest Lake 69-44 on Friday, Jan. 25, with Schwartz netting 17 points, Tessier 16, and Carter Ehlers nine.
White Bear Lake, facing two straight top-five teams in boys hockey, lost the first of those duels to Andover 5-2 at home Saturday. The No. 6 ranked Bears (15-3-1) gave up four goals in the third period to No. 2 Andover (17-2-1) in a non-conference clash. “We seemed very tentative. Andover has a very nice team but we did not play up to our capabilities,” coach Tim Sager said. The Bears had an apparent game-tying goal in the period waved off, which affected their focus, Sager said. “We need to just move on to the next play and be mentally stronger,” he said.
The Bears hosted No. 4 Blaine (12-2-2) on Tuesday evening (see presspubs. com). They also have Stillwater (10-8) and Edina (15-2-1) left on the schedule. “Great opportunities to play against some of the state’s best players and teams,” Sager said. Lleyton Roed and Luke Ahles notched the goals against Andover. The Huskies outshot the Bears 32-14 and got three quick goals in the third period to pull ahead 4-1. Nick Dainty scored twice for Andover. Evan Foss was in goal for the Bears. The Bears thumped Mounds View 9-0 to remain unbeaten in Suburban East play at 12-0-1. Sam Newpower, Roed and Jake Klein knocked in two goals each, and Billy Rose, Triston Johnson and Carter Collins had one each.
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Lleyton Roed celebrates after making a goal against Andover.
NAMES IN THE NEWS Principal Financial Group announces Ryan Drake of White Bear Lake has joined its Lake Elmo Business Center. Drake will serve as a financial services representative and principal securities registered representative. He will be working with individuals and businesses to build plans and strategies to help them achieve financial goals. Maplewood Mayor Nora Slawik has stepped down as chairman of the Rush Line Policy Advisory Committee (PAC) to lead the Metropolitan Council. White Bear Lake Mayor Jo Emerson is now serving as acting chair of the PAC. A permanent chair will be elected at the committee's Feb. 28 meeting. Ryan Drake
Starting a new career as a Realtor with Keller Williams Vadnais Heights is Paula Delesha. The White Bear Lake resident was laid off after 12 years with a small company and discovered an interest in the real estate industry. “I wasn't thrilled to be in a position to reinvent myself at 53, but it has pushed me to grow in ways I never thought I could,” Delesha said. She can be reached at pauladelesha@kw.com. The Washington County Board of Commissioners reappointed Birchwood Village resident Andrew Jackola to the Washington County Community Corrections Advisory Board; Mark Schroeder of Dellwood to the Historic Courthouse Committee; and Anne Vail of Birchwood Village to the Mental Health Advisory Paula Delesha Committee.
The White Bear Nordic MLK day (Jan. 21) meet was in Mora on the Mora Vasaloppet trails. This is the first meet of the season where all skiers race twice in one day whether they are a veteran team member or first-year skier. The morning classic race was on somewhat icy trails, but by afternoon it was snowing. The teams raced classic in the morning, then were seeded for the afternoon skate ski pursuit (freestyle) race. Olivia Schwintek was in 6th place following the classic race, so started in the 6th spot for the pursuit race. Schwintek passed three skiers in the pursuit race to finish 3rd place overall. Lauren Loppnow (12th place) and Claire Larsen (19th place) both had strong races in both classic and skate. The boy’s race had the top skiers switching back and forth for the 1st place spot, with the top three coming in within half a second of each other barreling down the narrow finish chute. Tryg Solberg started in 6th place following the classic race, but came in a strong 3rd overall. Tom Perreira (29th) and Isaac Maruyama (33rd) rounded out the top three amidst tough competition. Submitted
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White Bear Lake wrestlers (5-9 overall) lost four conference dual meets last week at home. The Bears lost to Woodbury 54-19 Thursday evening, which was Parents Night. Winning for the Bears were Charlie Yang (113), Monte Collins (152) by pin, Matt Sloan (182) and Luke Parzyck (285). In the Bears quad meet Friday evening, they lost to Mounds View 57-18, Hastings 61-18 and East Ridge 39-33. Collins, TJ Turinski (160) and Parzyck won against all three opponents. Scott Kaufman won against Mounds View and East Ridge. Sloan won against East Ridge while Tommy Redmond (195) nabbed his first varsity win. Parzyck has a 20-1 record, Turinske 22-3, Sloan 16-8, Collins 12-7 and Kaufman 12-11.
White Bear Lake girls basketball (810) beat East Ridge 57-38 and lost to Forest Lake 70-44 last week. Anna Sanders netted 15 points and Ella Janicki 12 in the win over East Ridge (7-12). Against Forest Lake (15-4), Victoria Adedisi and Janicki scored 10 points each and Sanders nine. Abigail Groeneweg led Forest Lake with 27 points.
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Isaac Tessier dunks for two of his 26 points in the Bears’ 81-70 loss to East Ridge.
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Girls tie Stillwater 2-2 on ice White Bear Lake girls hockey tied Stillwater on Saturday evening, Jan. 26, after leading 2-0 in the third period. Ellie Sarauer, Bear eighth-grader, scored her first varsity goal and Sydney Shearen notched her 12th of the season for the Bears (9-11-3). Calla Frank made 42 saves as the Ponies outshot the Bears 44-26, including 6-4 in overtime.
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One of the goals for White Bear Lake boys basketball this year was to play a home game with fans on both sides of the court. “We made it a kind of rallying cry,” said coach Keith Lockwood, “to do so well this season that we attract bigger crowds and will have to bring out both sides (of the bleachers).” That goal was achieved when East Ridge came to town for a duel of ranked teams with the conference lead at stake Tuesday, Jan. 22. The Raptors won 81-70. Having the crowd on both sides was nice, and the No. 11 ranked Bears (14-2)
played well, but No. 4 East Ridge (13-2) was too fast and gravity-defying for them. “They are good. They are super athletic,” said Isaac Tessier, Bears 6-1 guard, who was game high with 26 points and dunked twice. “We didn’t play as well as we could. We will do better next time.” The Raptors had more dunks (eight) than turnovers (five) and it’s tough to beat a team like that. The high-flying slams came from their Division I prospects — 6-10 junior Ben Carlson (22 points), 6-7 sophomore Kendall Brown (21) and 6-6 senior Courtney Brown (18). Jeremy Beckler, Bears 6-8 forward who jousted with Carlson much of the game, added 24 points,
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Chase Bill is one of the driving forces on the White Bear Lake hockey team that’s15-3-1 and ranked No. 6 in Class AA. The 5-10, 160-pound forward has delivered 10 goals and 13 assists this season, and has career totals of 24 goals and 30 assists. Coach Tim Sager praises Bill as a hard worker and quiet leader who’s always improving his game. “Chase is very difficult to play against because of his offensive skills and tremendous skating ability,” Sager said. Along with his regular shifts, Bill is valuable on special teams: “He is a very skilled penalty killer.” Minnesota’s #1 Volume Toyota Dealer! Per Toyota Motor Sale USA 2017
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Century baseball coach selected for NJCAA Hall of Fame BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
Dwight Kotila, Century College baseball coach who’s taken eight teams from three schools to national tournaments, was recently named to national Hall of Fame. Kotila, heading into the last season of a 22-year career, will be inducted into the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame in May. Voted in by the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA), he’s one of 121 coaches selected — and the first Minnesota coach — since the Hall started in 1982. Kotila called it “a tremendous honor” to enter a select group of top coaches in the country. He expressed appreciation to excellent assistant coaches, the college administrations he’s worked for, and “all the great players I have had the pleasure to coach over the years.” Since arriving at Century College in White Bear Lake eight years ago to start a baseball program,
Kotila has taken the Wood Ducks to Division III nationals in 2013 (when they were runners-up), 2015, 2016 and 2017. Prior to that, Kotila had national qualifiers at Riverland College (Austin) in 1998, and Ridgewater College (Willmar, for whom he played) in 2002, 2003 and 2005. His career coaching record is 679-242. He is the only NJCAA coach with national qualifiers with three different teams. Kotila has also coached numerous USA teams of college players in tournaments in Australia, Aruba, and Europe. He serves on the ABCA executive committee. “With an emphasis on hard work and determination, Dwight Kotila prepares his players for success both on and off the field,” said Angelia Millender, Century College president, in congratulating him. “We are very proud of Dwight. His legacy will live on at this great institution and in the community.” Also athletic director and a teacher at Century, Kotila has announced that he’ll step down from coaching after the 2019 season, with the Hall honor a great way to cap it off. “I have had a tremendous run coaching over the years,” he said.
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Survey shows smoking decline stalls in Minnesota MINNEAPOLIS — Findings from the latest Minnesota Adult Tobacco Survey (MATS) show that progress in reducing smoking has stalled. The state’s adult smoking rate has declined to 13.8 percent, down from 14.4 percent in 2014, but the decrease is not statistically significant. It's also the smallest decline seen since the MATS study began in 1999. Conducted by ClearWay MinnesotaSM and the Minnesota Department of Health, MATS surveyed Minnesota residents about smoking, e-cigarette and other tobacco use, and secondhand smoke exposure. “Minnesota has long been a leader in tobacco prevention and cessation, but we are seeing that progress stalling,” said lead researcher Ann St. Claire, Associate Director of Evaluation and Survey Research for ClearWay Minnesota. “Research shows that policies like price increases and clean indoor air laws help drive down smoking rates, and we’ve
seen the impact of those policies in past MATS reports. Today, we must continue using proven approaches to reduce the smoking rate, such as additional price increases and raising the tobacco age to 21.” MATS found dramatic shifts in who was using e-cigarettes. The rate of e-cigarette use among all adults remained unchanged from 2014 (6 percent in 2018 vs. 5.9 percent in 2014). However, while the rate of cigarette smoking among young adults aged 18-24 fell significantly, from 15.3 percent to 8.5 percent, e-cigarette use in this age group nearly doubled, from 12.8 percent to 21.9 percent, reflecting trends also seen in 2017’s Minnesota Youth Tobacco Survey. Disturbingly, the study also found a sharp increase in e-cigarette use among people who have no prior history of smoking. Forty-four percent of e-cigarette users in 2018 said they had never smoked cigarettes – a significant in-
WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP REQUEST FOR QUOTES PUBLIC WORKS CANOPY ADDITIONS 19-2 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that White Bear Township is accepting quotes for: PUBLIC WORKS CANOPY ADDITIONS Quotes are due by 4:30 p.m., CST on February 25, 2019 at the Town Administration Building, 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, MN. The quote, including all executed documents and needed attachments, shall be placed in an envelope, marked “19-2: QUOTES FOR PUBLIC WORKS CANOPY ADDITIONS” and delivered prior to the quote deadline, 4:30 p.m., CST on Monday, February 25, 2019. All persons and firms wishing to submit quotes must obtain a complete copy of the Plans and Specifications. Contact Dale Reed, Public Works Director @ 651-747-2777 to obtain a plans and specification copy. There is no charge for the plans and specifications, or for submitting quotes. Responses may be hand delivered, mailed, or delivered via courier service to the following address. Fax responses will not be accepted. DELIVERY ADDRESS MAILING ADDRESS White Bear Township White Bear Township Town Administration Building Town Administration Building Attn: Public Works Director Attn: Public Works Director 1281 Hammond Road 1281 Hammond Road White Bear Township, MN 55110 White Bear Township, MN 55110 Published two times in the White Bear Press on January 30 and February 6, 2019.
WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP LEGAL NOTICE--BIDS WANTED BIDS DUE: 10:00 A.M., FEBRUARY 28, 2019 Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received, publicly opened, and read aloud by representatives of the Town of White Bear, Minnesota, at the Town Administrative Offices, 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110, in said Township at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday, February 28, 2019, for furnishing all work and materials for the construction of 2019 Sealcoating, Town Project PW-SM-19-01: 2019 BITUMINOUS SEALCOAT ON VARIOUS STREETS Unless otherwise specifically indicated under the item description of the legal advertisement, all bids shall be subject to the following:
crease from 2014 (11.7 percent). “Over the past 20 years, Minnesota made great strides in reducing tobacco use,” said Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm. “But in the face of new challenges from the tobacco industry, like e-cigarettes, the future of tobacco use in our state is once again uncertain. We must do everything we can to prevent our young people from starting tobacco use, including e-cigarettes, and we must provide current smokers free and easy help to quit.” Other findings from MATS 2018 include: • Approximately 574,000 adult Minnesotans continue to smoke. Smoking rates are highest among Minnesotans who have completed fewer years of education and have lower incomes than nonsmokers. Minnesotans with less than a high school education have the highest smoking rate at 33.4 percent. • Fewer smokers are making quit
No bids shall be withdrawn for a period of thirty-five (35) days after opening of bids. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive technicalities, and award bid in the best interest of the Town. Bidding documents, including proposal forms, specifications, plans, etc., may be obtained from: Mailed Pick-up Administrative Offices Administrative Offices WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP 1281 Hammond Road 1281 Hammond Road White Bear Township, MN 55110 White Bear Township, MN 55110 Proposals must be placed in a sealed envelope marked “BID WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP 2019 BITUMINOUS SEALCOAT” and addressed to the Town Clerk/Treasurer, White Bear Township, 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110. Bids shall be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of a cash deposit, a Bid Bond or certified check payable to the White Bear Township in the amount of at least 5% of the Base Bid amount. Patrick Christopherson, Town Clerk/Treasurer Published two times in the White Bear Press on January 30 and February 6, 2019.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-19-52 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lorraine Elizabeth Wittnebel, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will dated March 8, 2005 (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar.The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Jon Swanson, whose address is 2519 Crestline Drive, White Bear Lake, MN 55110, 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 with the Court (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 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 months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.
attempts. Fewer than half of all smokers, 45.7 percent, reported making a quit attempt in the past 12 months, down from 53.4 percent in 2014. • Flavored e-cigarettes attract young adults. Nearly all young adult e-cigarette users (96.7 percent) report their usual brand of e-cigarettes is flavored. • Fewer than half the smokers tried to quit. Released approximately every four years, MATS provides comprehensive information about smoking rates and tobacco-related behaviors, attitudes and beliefs in the adult Minnesota population, and serves as a tool for measuring the progress of Minnesota’s tobacco prevention efforts. Previous surveys were conducted in 1999, 2003, 2007, 2010 and 2014. The full report and a fact sheet are available at ClearWay Minnesota’s Minnesota Adult Tobacco Survey webpage: http://clearwaymn.org/MATS/. Press release
Dated January 18, 2019 Laura J. Stevens, Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Self-Represented Litigant: Jon Swanson 2519 Crestline Drive White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Published two times in the White Bear Press on January 30 and February 6, 2019.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-19-12 NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INTESTATE) Estate of: Luke John Buhajenko Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal appointment of personal representative has been filed with the Registrar. No will has been presented for probate. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Luba Vanyo, whose address is 215 Woodridge Lane, Lino Lakes, MN 55014 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir 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 with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate including, after 30 days for the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections 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 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. Attorney for: Luba Vanyo, Pers. Rep. Linda K. Gressen, Attorney at Law 1501 Dieter Street Saint Paul, MN 55106-1415 Attorney License No: 0149688 Telephone: 651-276-0129 Email: lindgres@gmail.com Dated: January 10, 2019 Laura J. Stevens, Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 30 and February 6, 2019.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON URBAN STORMWATER REMEDIATION COST-SHARE REQUESTS FROM THE CITIES OF CIRCLE PINES, FRIDLEY, HUGO, LINO LAKES, SAINT ANTHONY, SPRING LAKE PARK, AND WILLERNIE, AND FOREST LAKE AREA SCHOOLS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at its regular board meeting on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in the Shoreview City Council Chambers, 4600 North Victoria Street, Shoreview, Minnesota, the Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) Board of Managers will receive public comment under Minnesota Statutes 103B.251 on the ordering of one or more of the following projects: City of Circle Pines–Alum Treatment Study for Golden Lake ($21,600), Forest Lake Area Schools–Greenhouse Reuse Cistern ($10,000), City of Fridley– Norton Creek Watershed Study ($50,000), City of Hugo–Water’s Edge Stormwater Reuse Phase II ($189,380), City of Lino Lakes–Century Farm North 4th Addition Stormwater Reuse Feasibility Study ($14,040), City of Lino Lakes– City of Lino Lakes Irrigation Control Replacement ($78,800), City of Lino Lakes–Northeast Lino Lakes Drainage Improvement Project ($250,000), City of Saint Anthony–Silver Lake Road Flood Improvements Project ($125,000), City of Spring Lake Park–Garfield Street Pond Improvements ($318,522), and City of Willernie–Stillwater Road (CSAH 12) Drainage Improvements ($12,792). The RCWD may select all, some, or none of the applications for full or partial funding. The RCWD’s total share of cost for selected projects may be approximately $300,000 and would be funded by general tax levy on real property within the watershed. Up to $413,336 in additional funding may also be allocated from the Board of Water and Soil Resources’ Watershed-Based Funding Pilot Program. The cost-share requests can be reviewed at www. ricecreek.org or at the District office, 4325 Pheasant Ridge Dr., #611, Blaine, MN 55449-4539. 763-398-3070 Published one time in the White Bear Press on January 30, 2019.
NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE Please take notice US Storage Centers – White Bear located at 1828 Buerkle Road White Bear, MN 55110 intends to hold a Auction to sell the property stored by the following tenants at the storage facility. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.usstoragecenters.com/auctions on 2/12/2019 at 10:00am. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods and furnishings. Juan Martinez; Michael Donahue. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details. Published two times in the White Bear Press on January 23 and 30, 2019.
NORTHEAST METROPOLITAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 916 CALL FOR BIDS SCHOOL FURNISHINGS V Notice is hereby given that bids will be received for school furnishings by Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 at the District Office located at 2540 County Rd F East, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 until 11:00 a.m. central time on Thursday, February 15, 2019. Complete Notice to Bidders can be found at: http://www.916schools.org, Departments & Services, Business Office, Call for Bids. The Board of Education of Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in bidding. Board of Education Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 30 and February 6, 2019.
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA PUBLIC NOTICE SOLICITATION OPPORTUNITIES Ramsey County releases solicitation opportunities on DemandStar its official web site as an alternative method of public notice pursuant to Section 331A.03 of the Minnesota Statutes. Individuals may go to the DemandStar section of the Ramsey County Purchasing Webpage www.co.ramsey.mn.us/ ba/procure.htm to access registration information. SOLICITATION: RFB-PRMG18665-KR OPENING DATE: FEBRUARY 21, 2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, SEEKS A PRIME CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL, LABOR, AND INCIDENTALS FOR REPAIRS, MAINTENANCE AND RECONSTRUCTION OF PARKING LOTS FOR THE RAMSEY COUNTY LIBRARIES IN ROSEVILLE AND MOUNDS VIEW. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: IN ROSEVILLE LOCATED AT 2180 NORTH HAMLINE AVE, ROSEVILLE, MN 55113. 02/07/19. 1:00 P.M. CST. SOLICITATION: RFB-RCNH5468-KBB OPENING DATE: FEBRUARY 21, 2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE RAMSEY COUNTY CARE CENTER DEPARTMENT, SEEKS A CONTRACTOR TO FURNISH AND CONNECT A SATELLITE OR BROADBAND HEADEND SYSTEM TO COVER A MINIMUM OF 93 LIVING UNITS AND 13 COMMON AREAS. SOLICITATION: RFP-PUBW22443-KB OPENING DATE: 02/21/2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION, CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING AND CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF 29TH AVENUE (CSAH 94) COUNTY ROAD C (CSAH 23) BETWEEN NEW BRIGHTON BLVD AND LONG LAKE RD, IN THE CITIES OF ST. ANTHONY AND ROSEVILLE. SOLICITATION: RFP-SSD2068-KB OPENING DATE: 03/07/2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS UP TO TWO PROVIDERS WHO WILL ASSIST AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS IN SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITIONING BACK TO SCHOOL BY COORDINATING SERVICES THAT ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF THE WHOLE FAMILY. THESE ARE STUDENTS RECEIVING ACADEMIC AND OTHER SCHOOL SERVICES IN THE HOME, AN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT, OR IN AN INTERIM ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL SETTING FOR UP TO 45-DAYS DUE TO MENTAL HEALTH, SOCIAL EMOTIONAL OR SEVERE BEHAVIORAL ISSUES. THE COUNTY WISHES TO FIND A PROVIDER(S) WORKING FROM A LIVED-EXPERIENCE, TRAUMA-INFORMED, HEALING-FOCUSED, CULTURE BASED, RESTORATIVE-PRACTICE FRAMEWORK. THE PROVIDER(S) SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE SERVING YOUTH OF VARIOUS AGES AND GENDERS. PROVIDER STAFF WILL BE TRAINED IN THE WRAPAROUND MODEL OF CARE COORDINATION BUT WILL BE EXPECTED TO USE THEIR EXPERTISE TO ADAPT THIS MODEL TO MEET THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF THE YOUTH BEING SERVED. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: MARSDEN ROOM AT PUBLIC WORKS, 1425 PAUL KIRKWOLD DR, ARDEN HILLS MN 55112. 2/12/2019. 1:30 P.M. CST. SOLICITATION: RFB-PRMG18698-KR OPENING DATE: MARCH 7, 2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS A SINGLE PRIME CONTRACTOR FOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF THE EXISTING VEHICLE CRASH BARRIER SYSTEM ALONG A SEGMENT OF KELLOGG BOULEVARD IN THE VICINITY WHERE IT INTERSECTS WITH ST. PETER STREET. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: SAINT PAUL CITY HALL/RAMSEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, CONFERENCE ROOM 122, 15 KELLOGG BLVD W, SAINT PAUL, MN 55102. 02/21/19. 11:00 A.M. CST. SOLICITATION: RFB-PRMG18740-KR OPENING DATE: FEBRUARY 28, 2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS A PRIME CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, LABOR AND INCIDENTALS FOR THE PLUMBING AND HVAC SYSTEMS MODIFICATIONS PROJECT AT THE RAMSEY COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER EAST. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: RAMSEY COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER EAST - MAIN LOBBY LOCATED AT 160 EAST KELLOGG BLVD., SAINT PAUL, MN 55102. 02/14/19. 10:00 A.M. CST. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 30, 2019.
WHITE BEAR MINI STORAGE ONLINE AUCTION This is notice of intent to sell property located in storage unit B30 at White Bear Mini Storage. If Kenneth Leavell does not pay the balance in full by 9:00AM CST Monday, February 18, 2019 an online auction will be held with www.storageauctions.net on Monday, February 18, 2019 at 10:00AM CST. This unit appears to contain household items. Published two times in the White Bear Press on January 30 and February 6, 2019.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE-MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 62-TR-CV-15-53 NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING In re the Karen P. Ryan Living Trust IT IS ORDERED AND NOTICE IS GIVEN that a Petition by Union Bank and Trust (“Union”), as Trustee of the Karen P. Ryan Living Trust, dated December 3, 2014 (“the Trust”), has been filed with the Court. The Petition requests an order: 1. Approving all actions by Union as Trustee of the Trust through the date of the Petition. 2. Approving and allowing the Trustee’s Final Account for the period of January 1, 2018 through December 13, 2018. 3. Authorizing and instructing Union to complete the final administration of the Trust, pay any remaining expenses relating to the Trusts, including but not limited to all trustee and attorney fees, and make the final distribution of any remaining assets to the beneficiaries in accordance with the terms of the Trust. 4. Fully and finally discharging and releasing Union and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any and all liability or responsibility with respect to its actions as Trustee of the Trust. 5. Terminating the Trust, as well as the Court’s in rem jurisdiction over the Trust. 6. Granting such other relief as may be reasonable and appropriate. IT IS ORDERED that the Petition will be heard on February 25, 2019, at 3:45 P.M. by this Court at the Ramsey County Courthouse Room 130, 15 W. Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102. Notice of the hearing shall be given by: 1. publishing, at least 20 days before the date of the hearing, a copy of the order for hearing one time in a legal newspaper for the county in which the petition is filed; and 2. by mailing, at least 15 days before the date of the hearing, a copy of the order for hearing to those current trustees and qualified beneficiaries of the trust whose identity is known and whose location is known or reasonably ascertainable to the petitioner after making reasonable efforts to locate such persons. /s/ Kelly Mickelson Deputy Court Administrator Dated: January 9, 2019 Published one time in the White Bear Press on January 30, 2019.
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 08/11/2003 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $124,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): David S. Reed and Ingrid A. Aasan-Reed, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Flagstar Bank, FSB DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 11/04/2003 as Doc # 1787152 in the Office of the County Registrar of Titles, Ramsey County, Minnesota The mortgage was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Assignment dated: 07/24/2013 Assignment recorded: 08/07/2013 Assignment recording information: Document # 2218460 Assignee: Federal National Mortgage Association Assignment dated: 10/01/2014 Assignment recorded: 05/01/2018 Assignment recording information: Doc No. T02613120 Assignee: U.S. Bank Trust, N.A. as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust Assignment dated: 06/06/2017 Assignment recorded: 07/05/2018 Assignment recording information: Doc No. T02617925 All in the records of the County Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 09.28.22.33.0094 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: THE SOUTH 2/3 OF LOTS 22, 23 AND 24, BLOCK 32, THE WEST ST. PAUL ESTATE AND IMPROVEMENT SYNDICATE ADDITION NO. 2 Torrens Certificate No. 597794 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 871 Stickney St., Saint Paul, MN 55107 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Flagstar Bank, FSB RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Caliber Home Loans, Inc. THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE IS: $163,656.66 AS OF 11/02/2018 THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes. Pursuant to the power of sale contained in said Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Ramsey County, Minnesota at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: 12/21/2018 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, Saint Paul, MN 55102 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law.The time allowed by law for redemption by said Mortgagor(s) or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of sale. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the mortgagor must vacate the mortgaged property by 11:59 p.m. on 06/21/2019,
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or the next business day if 06/21/2019 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS THAT MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Publication to begin the week of: October 28, 2018 - November 3, 2018 U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee The Sayer Law Group, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/ Mortgage Assignee 925 E 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50703 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT The attached referenced sale scheduled for 12/21/2018 is hereby postponed until 01/22/2019 at 10:00 A.M. at the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, Saint Paul MN 55102. Unless said mortgage is reinstated or the property redeemed, or unless the time for redemption is reduced by judicial order, the premises must be vacated by 11:59 p.m. on 07/22/2019 or the next business day if 07/22/2019 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Dated: 01/02/2019 U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee The Sayer Law Group, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/ Mortgage Assignee 925 E 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50703 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT The attached referenced sale scheduled for 01/22/2019 is hereby postponed until 02/26/2019 at 10:00 A.M. at the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, Saint Paul MN 55102. Unless said mortgage is reinstated or the property redeemed, or unless the time for redemption is reduced by judicial order, the premises must be vacated by 11:59 p.m. on 08/26/2019 or the next business day if 08/26/2019 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. Dated: 01/30/2019 U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee The Sayer Law Group, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/ Mortgage Assignee 925 E 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50703 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published one time in the White Bear Press on January 30, 2019.
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE PUBLIC NOTICE Date: December 13, 2018 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: May 11, 2017 2. Mortgagor: 2379 Leibel, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company 3. Mortgagee: Premier Bank, a Minnesota corporation 4. Recording Information: Recorded on May 16, 2017 in the Office of the County Recorder, Ramsey County, Minnesota as Document No. A04658774 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: None INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of mortgaged premises: 01-30-2221-0019 Legal Description of the mortgaged premises: Lot 2, Block 1, Leibel Dupre Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota (collectively, the “Real Property”) Together with (a) all of the buildings, structures and other improvements now standing or at any time hereafter constructed or placed upon the Real Property; (b) all heating, plumbing and lighting apparatus, elevators and motors, engines and machinery, electrical equipment, incinerator apparatus, air conditioning apparatus, water and gas apparatus, pipes, water heaters, refrigerating plant and refrigerators, water softeners, carpets, carpeting, storm windows and doors, window screens, screen doors, storm sash, window shades or blinds, awnings, locks, fences, trees, shrubs, and all other fixtures, equipment and personal property of every kind and nature whatsoever now or hereafter owned by the Mortgagor and attached or fixed to the Real Property, including all extensions, additions, improvements, betterments, renewals and replacements of any of the foregoing; (c) all hereditaments, easements, rights, privileges and appurtenances now or hereafter belonging, attached or in any way pertaining to the Real Property or to any building, structure or improvement now or hereafter located thereon; (d) the immediate and continuing right to receive and collect all rents, income, issues and profits now due and which may hereafter become due under or by virtue of any lease or agreement (oral or written) for the leasing, subleasing, use or occupancy of all or any part of the Real Property now, heretofore or hereafter made or agreed to by the Mortgagor; (e) all of the leases and agreements described in (d) above; and, (f) all insurance and other proceeds of, and all condemnation awards with respect to, the foregoing. The described real property is not Registered (Torrens) property 7. The physical street address, city and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 2379 Leibel Street, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110. OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 8. The person holding the Mortgage is not a transaction agent as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02., subd. 30. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 9. The requisites of Minn. Stat. § 580.02 have been satisfied. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and foreclosure of the Mortgage, and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes. 10. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $433,500.00. 11. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, and taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage is $429,432.86. 12. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Ramsey County at public auction on February 6, 2019 at 10:00 A.M., at the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, Civil Process Unit, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102. 13. The time allowed for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is SIX (6) MONTHS after the date of sale. Name of Mortgagee: Premier Bank Name and Address of Attorneys for Mortgagee: LEONARD, O’BRIEN, SPENCER, GALE & SAYRE, LTD By: Peter J. Sajevic, III, #0279237 Attorneys for Mortgagee Leonard, O’Brien, Spencer, Gale & Sayre, Ltd. 100 South Fifth Street, Suite 2500 Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 332-1030 Published six times in the White Bear Press on December 26, 2018, January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2019.
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Summer road project will bring construction disruption BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR
MAHTOMEDI — It will be a long two years, maintained Katie Busson, owner of Frigaards bar. She was talking about the Highway 12/Stillwater Road reconstruction project set to start in earnest this summer. The multiphase project stretches from Highway 244 to County State Aid Hwy. 9 (Jamaca Avenue). The corridor is unique, County Engineer Kevin Peterson told City Council earlier this month. It is very rural on one end and urban on the other. Peterson noted that the project was community-driven since first proposed two years ago. “After much engagement, the goals shifted,” he said. The plan is to improve safety for all users, provide efficient corridor mobility, preserve and enrich the corridor and make drainage improvements.” The project is near its final design phase so construction should start in May or June. "We see this as a twoyear project. Wrap-up should be in October 2020.” Due to the hazards and large amount of equipment, Peterson said it will not be feasible to allow travelers to get through the construction area. "Construction is painful; it will make for a long summer," he added. That worries Busson. "There is a lot of concern," she said. "A lot of my business as a bar owner is local. I think it will affect it. A lot of us are more concerned with the eight deliveries we get each week and how they will give us what we need to stay open." The bar owner didn't realize the road was going to be completely shut down for months. "That was more of a shock than I anticipated," Busson added. Ox & Crow Coffeeshop owner Mara Crombie was a little more succinct.
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The Highway 12 project in Mahtomedi and Willernie will be completed in phases over a twoyear period. 8,400 vehicles per day drive through downtown Mahtomedi/Willernie. That number is projected to grow to 9,900 by the year 2040.
“We will have huge losses,” she stated. “It will be devastating.” Crombie called the timing a “double whammy” since her business suffered through construction just two summers ago. “The front entrance to our business was blocked, so customers had to find their way in from the back. People had to figure out how to get here. They'd get out of their cars, take one look and get back in and leave.” She didn't know the road was closing until her customers told her. “I'm expecting the worst and hoping for the best,” Crombie said. According to Peterson, customers will park outside the construction
area and walk in to the businesses. Detours will include Dahlia Street and Warner Avenue. The first stage will be west of Hilton Trail. Peterson noted that each stage will open to traffic before the next stage begins. The county and cities of Mahtomedi and Willernie are partnering on the project. The county's cost is $4.8 million, and Mahtomedi will pay $1.6 million. Willernie's cost is $398,000. An $800,000 grant received by the county was shared between the two cities to defray costs. Councilman Steve Wolgamot pointed out that the small city of Willernie
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looks to be contributing 25 percent of the project. "Mahtomedi has eight times the population," he said. "We have little tiny cities that have little revenue. The cost probably exceeds Willernie's annual budget." Peterson said costs are based on jurisdiction and state aid funding. "Ten people are treated the same as 4,999," he said. Councilman Dick Brainerd asked about emergency vehicles leaving the fire station. Peterson assured council emergency services personnel will be kept up to date on plans to give them what they need. Timing is also good regarding the library remodeling project. Stage 3 work will happen when the library is closed. Asked about sustaining local businesses through two summers of construction, Peterson noted the county has a program to assist business owners. "They are now engaged with the project," he said. The county engineer iterated that the construction will be a challenge. "It's far cheaper and quicker to close the whole thing and let the contractor get it done. We know it's not fair to businesses and emergency responders. It's always a balancing act on these projects.” Downtown visitors will be able to access the parking lot at Triangle Park and Roma's. County Commissioner Stan Karowski said Peterson, the engineer, has been doing an excellent job on the project to date. He noted that county staff is keeping businesses updated so they know what to expect. "We want to make it as palatable as possible. It will be a great project." Busson agreed. "At the end, if it makes our town nice looking, it's not a bad thing. It's just working through the turmoil of everything."
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Willernie bar owner Ken Lohr should make his 40-year goal. He thought he had sold The Flame last summer, falling a year short of his goal, but the deal fell through. “I backed out,” Lohr admitted. “They were nice people who did everything right. My accountant and my lawyer advised me to back out, so I did.” That agreement was never official. A new offer from another couple has a signed purchase agreement, which is official. The Flame would be the second location for Chris Cosgrove, who owns Cozzie's Tavern & Grill in Stillwater with wife Jennifer. City approvals are pending, but if everything goes as planned Lohr hopes to close on the deal no later than Feb. 15. The Cosgroves also had a purchase agreement with the city of Hugo for 4.5 acres on Egg Lake in 2018. Last September, Hugo's City Council approved the agreement, which had a $1.3 million purchase price to be paid at closing. At the time, they planned a 118-seat restaurant called Cozzie's Lakeside Grill. The city was aware the Cosgroves had decided not to move forward with the project, said Rachel Juba, Hugo's community development director. The purchase agreement was never canceled, but expired Jan. 25. Juba guessed that the decision was an economical one, and that renovation of an existing space was cheaper than building from the ground up. The couple did put together some cool concepts that would have been awesome for the site, according to Juba. Now that the deal is off, the city will start marketing the lake front property heavily again. As for The Flame, Lohr expects his bar to undergo major renovation after the sale, including a new kitchen, that will close its doors for at least six weeks. Attempts to reach Cosgrove were unsuccessful.
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SENIOR CENTER WILL BE CLOSED AND NO MEALS ON WHEELS DELIVERY ON MONDAY FEBRUARY 18. AARP TAX AIDE ASSISTANCE from Feb 4 thru April 15 at South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church, 2480 South Shore Blvd, WBL on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 9:00am-Noon. Tax preparation for seniors and low-income individuals. No appointments. First Come-First Served. FREE UKULELE BEARS JAM at Senior Center on Mondays Feb 4 & 11 at 10:00am. Lessons Feb 11 at 9:30am. FREE AM NOW WRITER: PUBLIC READING at White Bear Center for the Arts on Mon Feb 4 from 6:00-7:30pm. Register at 651-407-0597. FREE - $5.00 suggested donation MEDICARE INSURANCE COUNSELING at Senior Center on Tuesdays Feb 5 & 19 from 9:00-Noon. Call to schedule a private onehour appointment for answers to your questions regarding Medicare, health insurance, supplements, or long-term care. Call 651-653-3121. FREE THE MANY FACES OF WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA “CHANGING TRADITIONS: EUROPEAN SETTLERS” at Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave, on Tues Feb 5 at 10:00am. Presentation. Registration required, call 651-4072018. FREE LUNCH & LEARN “HELP AT YOUR DOOR: Home Chores, Home Repair, Grocery Shopping, Transportation Assistance” at White Bear Lake Library on Thurs Feb 7 from 11:30-1:00. Learn about the HELP AT YOUR DOOR program which helps seniors and individuals with disabilities maintain their independence and continue living in their homes. Registration appreciated, call 651-653-3121. FREE TED TALKS “THE DANGER OF A SINGLE STORY” at White Bear Lake Library on Thurs Feb 14 from 11:30-1:00. Registration appreciated, call 651-653-3121. FREE AGING WITH GUSTO at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, on Thursdays Feb 14, 21, 28 from 3:305:30pm. Our attitudes about aging have an impact on our quality of life, health, longevity. Sponsored by 2nd Half with Lyngblomsten. Register by Feb 11 at 612-964-4016. FREE CHAT CAFÉ “VISITING OUR STATE PARKS” at Senior Center on Tues Feb 19 from 10:30am-Noon. Learn about the State Parks around our state and what they have to offer. Presentation along with a hot meal. Registration required, call 651-653-3121. FREE -$5.00 suggested donation. COMPUTER AND TECHNICAL DEVICE HELP at Senior Center on Wed Feb 20 from 9:00-11:00am. One-on-one assistance provided by White Bear Lake Library. No appointment needed. FREE READERS CHAT at Senior Center on Mon Feb 25 from 10:0011:00am. What are you reading? TOUCHING THE EARTH OF OUR ANCESTORS at Lakeshore Players Theater on Mon Feb 25 from 7:30-9:00pm. Register at https: //lakeshoreplayers.secure.force.com/ticket. FREE SENIOR PROGRAM IN VADNAIS HEIGHTS “SENIOR FITNESS” at Vadnais Heights City Hall on Tues Feb 26 from 2-3pm. FREE TRAVEL SHOW at Senior Center on Thurs Feb 28 at 2:00pm. Ireland, Niagara Falls, Branson. Free Presentation FRIENDS WHO CARE SOCIAL GROUP. Wednesdays from 1:00-2:15pm. Feb 6 at Jimmy’s; Feb 13 at Senior Center; Feb 20 at Great Moon Buffet; Feb 27 at Senior Center. Join this friendly group to chat and share life’s experiences. DOMINOES PLAYERS - Come join the fun Dominoes group at the Senior Center on the first, third, fifth Thursdays of the month from 1:30-3:30pm. Happy to teach or help refresh how to play!
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Longtime Flame owner Ken Lohr jokes that his bar duties are taking out the trash and making coffee. That job description may soon change.
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TREES: THE STORY OF THE LAND AND PEOPLE – Free – Trees tell a story of their lives and the land. When a tree is cut down, layers are visible in a cross-section of concentric circles known as tree rings. One way they tell a story is through these rings. Discover what life science teacher Jim Lane and his students have learned from a 280-year-old tree cookie from White Bear. Delve into Dendrochronology (tree-ring dating) and examine how a tree core sampler is used to extract a section of wood tissue from a living tree. Observe patterns of change in the tree’s life that can be traced to environmental and historical changes, and how they impacted people.
Home Care and Home Health Services, Thursday, Feb. 21 – FREE class before Bingo: 12:30-1:30 PM, DEC room 103. Call 651-4072018 to register. What services are available to help those with care needs who want to live in their homes safely and comfortably? Learn how to access and pay for these services and more from Greg Getchell, Amanda Senior Care. THE MANY FACES OF THE WHITE BEAR AREA I FREE The second event in the series honoring our legacy focuses on 1850-1950. Learn more about the people who inhabited the area around the lake over various periods of time. Honoring our past, understanding the present, and planning for the future. Program presenter: White Bear Lake Area Historical Society. CHANGING TRADITIONS: EUROPEAN SETTLERS, 1850-1950 Tuesday, Feb. 5, 10-11:30 AM, Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Free but registration required – call 651-407-2018. DAY TRIPS FOR 2019 will include James J. Hill Guided House Tour Thursday, Feb. 7. Tentative dates have also been set for Bachman’s Idea House Thursday, March 28; Art in Bloom, Minnesota Institute of Art Thursday, April 11; and Watt Munistaram Thursday, May 16. AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING – Save 10 percent on car insurance. Discount for AARP members. Must call 651-407-2018 to register and receive discount. DEC room 103. --4-HOUR REFRESHER, $24, Wednesday, Feb 20, Noon-4 PM --8-HOUR CLASS $28, Monday and Tuesday, March 11 & 12, Noon-4 PM COMMUNITY EDUCATION – Upcoming opportunities include: Knitting Beyond the Basic, Yoga, Wool Dryer Balls, Cheese and Cracker Quilt Class, Zumba Gold, Right Sizing, Why You Can’t Trust Your Trust, Home Care and Home Health Services, Sewing Party, Pickleball Clinic, Write Your Own Will, TedTalk Tuedays, Grow Native with Mahtomedi Garden Club, and more. More information in the Winter/Spring brochure or visit www. communityed.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us
Thursday, Feb. 21, 6:30-8 PM, Mahtomedi High School, room 1084, Register at 651-407-2018 WILDWOOD BOOK CLUB – New members welcome! Join this book club meeting 1 PM the second Monday of each month at the District Education Center, Room 107. Upcoming selected novels: Feb. 11 - The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood; March 11 - The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian; April 8 - Turtles All the Way Down by John Green; May 13 - Pachinko by Min Jin Lee BRIDGE PLAYERS NEEDED – Join the fun in a noncompetitive bridge group open to new members. Meet 1 PM on Wednesday or Friday (or come both days) at the Mahtomedi District Education Center. BREAKFAST CLUB – Enjoy the most important meal of the day and explore various breakfast establishments. $5 fee covers transportation. Participants buy their own breakfast. Call 651-4072024 to register. Choose the day that best fits your schedule. Leaves Mondays District Education Center 8:45 AM, Briarcliff Manor 9 AM. Leaves Tuesdays District Education Center 8:45 AM, Pathways, 9 AM. Feb. 11 & 12 – The Oasis, Stillwater March 18 & 19: Gorman’s, Lake Elmo BINGO – Hold your cards...we’ve got BINGO. Enjoy a free, funpaced afternoon of Bingo; whether straight line, postage stamp or more, prizes will be awarded including a coupon or two to an upcoming Community Lunch. Mark your calendar now! Thursday: 1:30-3 PM, Feb. 21, March 21, April 18. District Education Center, room 103. Free. Bingo often follows a free class.
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Brought to you by WeathermanWatson.com Frank Watson is a local Meteorologist who operates a weather station in White Bear Lake. Weather data and observation are from his weather station and trips around the area. Frank can be found on the internet at WeathermanWatson.com.
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39. Signs on the dotted line 41. Atomic #24 42. Bind securely 44. Swiss Nobel Peace Prize winner 46. Fragrant brown balsam 47. Where you were born 49. Sells a ticket for more than its price 52. Where goods are presented 56. Jewish salutation 58. Fruits 60. Poorly educated 62. Microorganism 63. Depicted
CLUES DOWN 1. Ballplayer’s tool 2. Hairdo 3. From a distance 4. Belt one out
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5. Revising a text 6. More (Spanish) 7. Beloved Spielberg alien 8. BBQ dish 9. Provoke 10. Within 12. Canadian flyers 13. Smugly smile 16. Buffalo 17. Lake in the Kalahari Desert 20. Grab 22. Rural delivery 25. Equally 26. It’s sometimes passed 27. Citizens who are qualified to vote 29. Greek letter 31. Body part 34. Boxing result
WEEKLY AVERAGES
Weather is usually the talk when conversing with friends. We JAN. 30 - FEB 5, 2019 Minnesotans love talking about or grumbling weather no High 22° matter if it’s cold, hot, wet or snowy. This week the nation Low 5° is talking about our weather. There’s something that is interesting when the actual air temperature gets down to -20º, %Sun 54% -30º or -40º. My -14º morning over the weekend was still PCP 0.17” 30º warmer than International Falls over the weekend. I can’t wait to see the temperature readings from this week. I find it pretty exciting breaking temperature records, good or bad. Stay warm. Once we get past this the, worst is over.
36. Newts 37. Predatory semiaquatic reptiles 38. Cockatoo 40. The NFL’s big game (abbr.) 43. Leguminous east Indian tree 45. News reporting organization 48. A nemesis of Batman 50. Legal term 51. Not all 53. A way to greet 54. Knot in a tree 55. Satisfy 57. Russian space station 58. A baby’s mealtime accessory 59. Stitch together 61. __ and behold
Did you know? Full moons appear brighter in Winter than in Summer.
T RUMAN COMPANY TOP-RATED COIN AND PRECIOUS METAL EXCHANGE M
ore than 40 years in business has given The Truman Company owner Roger Westerling a clear idea of what customers want in a coin and precious metals dealer. Most of all, he says, it’s to be treated fairly. “I believe in the repeat customer. If you treat everyone fairly they will come back,” Westerling said. “Doing business in the right and honest way is important. Most of our business is repeat customers. I want to make everyone’s experience pleasant and as stress-free as possible.” The Truman Company buys gold and silver bullion, old gold and silver jewelry (scrap gold), and other collectables. Their specialty is the coin business. Licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Bullion Coin Dealer, the company is one of the leading rare coin and precious metals dealers in the Twin Cities, often beating the prices of low-cost internet companies. Personalized service and competitive pricing are the hallmarks of The Truman Company. Taking care of customers and giving them a fair price are values handed down from Westerling’s Uncle Truman, who taught him about the metals and coins business as a young man. After obtaining his business degree, Westerling spent many years working with some of the finest and most
Some of their more unusual ‘finds?’
“Coins that people have no idea are rare until we tell them. One case comes to mind - they thought they inherited a box of old coins from grandpa. It was able to pay off there student loans.” - Roger Westerling Owner, Truman Company
PHOTO BY PAUL DOLS
Aidan and Roger buying another coin deal with the help of Sonny, the shop dog. prominent dealers in the business before establishing The Truman Company in 2010. Customers may be local, regional or national. Westerling prefers the local business because he loves interacting with customers. Often, he says, people come in wanting to buy something tangible thinking that the price will go up. Sometimes a customer will inherit an item or a whole estate, with no clue what they have. Westerling and his
team go into the home and make a list of every item, with their offer price. The biggest mistake people make, Westerling said, is to clean an item. “Do Not Clean,” he emphasized. “It totally destroys the collector value of any coin. Just box them up and bring them to us. We’re happy to sort and itemize and we can do it much faster.” Westerling and his store manager Aidan Kelly, both love to be in the shop every day, “not knowing what
will walk in the door next.” And of course, Sonny, the labrador retriever, is in the shop every day to greet visitors. The Truman Company is open weekdays until 6pm, and Saturdays 10am - 2pm, or by appointment. Visit The Truman Company at 2585 Hamline Avenue North, Suite E, Roseville, MN, call 651-582-3865 or visit www.trumanrc.com.
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Dance Music by Wild Cat Combo FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 6 - 11 PM WHITE BEAR COUNTRY INN $15 donation at the door
Golf on Ice SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 11 AM & NOON SHOTGUN STARTS RAMSEY COUNTY BEACH $35 per adult / $20 per student
Preregistration for golfers is encouraged up to January 30. Day-of registration welcome! To register go to www.bearlyopen.org or e-mail bearlyopen@gmail.com White Bear Events and the Rotary Club of White Bear Lake thank the following partners: Presenting Sponsor White Bear Mitsubishi Entertainment Sponsor SVL, Inc with Big Wood Brewery Course Sponsors Auto Glass Express The Carlson Clinic of White Bear Lake Event Sponsor Rotary Club of White Bear Lake Dance Sponsor Husnik Homes Band Sponsor WBL Lions Club Dance Table Sponsors Bald Eagle Mini Storage/ WBL Outdoor Storage White Bear Makerspace Polar Bear Sponsors Blue Line Logistics Bradshow Funeral and Cremation Services
Edina Realty-Joy Erickson Kathy Doucette Real Estate Main Street, Inc Mahtomedi Liquor Barrel Ramsay and Associates Rudy’s Red Eye Grill White Bear Country Inn Hole Sponsors Ancona Escrow Bill Weigel Signs Carbones Pizzeria & Pub Farmers Insurance-Andrew Paulson Goldwood Kennels H2O for Life/Kinetico Hallberg Engineering Happy Dog Web Productions Hisdahl’s indulge…a salon and wellness spa JDog Junk Removal & Hauling
Lakeshore Players Theatre Olsen Theilen CPAs PAI Peoples Bank Midwest Rentstrom Dental Services Rice Creek & Vadnais Lake Area Watersheds Roberts Management Group Royal Golf Club Shear Reflections Tria Restaurant Washington Square Bar + Grill WBL Chamber of Commerce WBL Women of Today White Bear Dentists White Bear Eye Clinic White Bear Heights White Bear Yacht Club
More thanks to the following White Bear Lake area businesses, organizations and individuals for their support: ACE Hardware Frattallone’s Admiral D’s Alternative Printing Ameripride Beecroft Marketing & Events Bill Weigel Signs City of White Bear Lake Dave & Carissa Anderson Donatelli’s Edina Realty-Joy Erickson Grandma’s Bakery Hisdahl’s Joel B. Sherburne Jewelers Lakeshore Players Lifecore Yoga
Lisa Dunnigan Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District Students & Staff Olsen Thielen CPAs Omega Event Services Oneka Ridge Golf Course Papa Murphys Paul Diekoff Jr. of Minnesota Big Snow Peoples Bank Midwest Press Publications - White Bear Press Punch Pizza Royal Golf Club Rudy’s Redeye Grill Rust Architects & Construction St. Paul Heritage Foundation
SYSCO WBL Police & Fire Departments WBL Public Works Department WildCat Combo Whitcomb Creative White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf White Bear Boat Works White Bear Center for the Arts White Bear Country Inn White Bear Lake Area Historical Society White Bear Rental White Bear Yacht Club Wild Wings of Oneka Willow Lake Dental
Join us as we “ claw” our way to our goal of $2 million worth of food purchased for the White Be ar Are a Emergency Food Shelf !
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