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Rob Thomas, Lakeshore Players Theatre executive director, assisted pianist Dr. Reid Smith, seated at the Steinway, in selecting the piano.

A Grand Debut: Theater acquires Steinway BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

There are now two 9-foot concert grand pianos in the White Bear Lake area. The first Steinway belongs to a classical pianist living in Dellwood, Dr. Reid Smith; the second was uncrated Friday in the lobby of Hanifl Performing Arts Center. Smith was first to caress its

keys; in fact, he was the one who selected the $150,000 piano at the Steinway & Sons factory in Queens, New York. Last December, Smith and Rob Thomas, Lakeshore Players Theatre executive director, traveled to New York to decide on the instrument. They knew they wanted a Steinway concert grand; the part that required Smith’s expertise was choosing which one.

The selection narrowed to six candidates at the factory, which has existed in the New York City borough since 1853. A two-hour tour was included in the excursion with the guide, who explained that picking out a Steinway was like choosing a favorite child. All have their own particular qualities. Surprisingly, the process of elimination did not involve Smith performing

works by Chopin or Mozart. His technique was, shall we say, rather unconventional, and closely involved Thomas, who claims to be tone deaf. Ultimately, the piano Smith chose sounded the best when Thomas yelled into it. Smith described the sound as “sustained.” SEE STEINWAY, PAGE 9A

North Oaks Company developing township parcel BY MAGGIE STANWOOD CONTRIBUTING WRITER

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — About 28 more homes are coming to White Bear Township after the Town Board approved a major subdivision during its April 2 regular meeting. North Oaks Company, which owns 28 acres between Peterson Road and Centerville Road, plans to develop nearly 11 acres into a neighborhood called Cambridge Downs with 28 single-family, mostly single-story

homes. The lot is currently vacant, and its zoning allows up to 32 homes. Residents who showed up at the meeting expressed concerns with the development, which they said would change the character of the quiet neighborhood. “I’m rather shocked by the density of the development,” said resident Leif Eischen. “It seems to me it does not fit in with the character of the township. I’m going to have three backyards on the side of my property. That seems like a lot.

I’m also very concerned about the traffic.” The development would also allow for the construction of a 32-foot road. In a letter to the Planning Commission last January, North Oaks Company President Mark Houge said the development would have a homeowner’s association “to both enforce high-quality design standards and maintain exterior site improvements.” The infrastructure will be oversized to accommodate SEE DEVELOPMENT, PAGE 8A

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Young performers participated in the Frog & Toad summer camp last year. CPA is headquartered in the Haniﬂ Performing Arts Center in White Bear Lake.

Children’s theater arts group opens doors at Hanifl Performing Arts Center As the placard on White Bear Lake’s new Hanifl Performing Arts Center indicates, the north wing of the building is dedicated to Children’s Performing Arts (CPA). “White Bear Lake is new and exciting to us,” said CPA Board Chairman Sharon Hanifl-Lee. “We can’t wait to offer more children opportunities to grow through the theater arts. Even though we’re sharing space with Lakeshore Players, we aren’t Lakeshore Players. I think this is one of the reasons we are a best-kept secret, for now.” Founded in 2005 in Forest Lake, the theater group for youth K-6 started with 27 children in its first production. As enrollment grew, CPA began outgrowing venues, eventually finding a home in

IF YOU GO: Children’s Performing Arts invites the community to check out its new home in the Haniﬂ Performing Arts Center April 14. Events include a Musical Theatre Workshop from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with Vanessa Agnes. Registration is required. Use code WELCOME to waive your 2018 registration fee. At 3 p.m., see a performance by the Musical Theatre Workshop kids and CPA Show Choir. At 4 p.m., join the Flash Mob Class. Contact CPA for more details. A free juggling class is offered at 5 p.m. No registration needed.

2014 at Forest Lake High School. Part of its mission, pointed out CPA Executive Director Kari Bullion, is to include everyone at all abilities and skill levels. “We never want to turn anyone away. Every role in a production is important. We work hard to give every child a special opportunity on the stage.” As CPA flourished, casts were topping 100 children. It became apparent there was a need for expanded programming to serve even more children. “We had a lot of interest from parents to expand our programs past sixth grade, but beyond having older kids work with us on our productions as junior directors, it was hard to do with our current limitations — access to space and volunteers,” Bullion said. “Forest Lake High School is a wonderful venue but can only accommodate us for our one large production and one summer camp. When the opportunity came up to join the Hanifl Performing Arts Center community theater, sharing space with Lakeshore Players, we jumped at the chance.” This is the first year that Children’s Performing Arts will be able to offer an upper-level musical for seventh to 12th grade students, which will also be their first production at the new theater. “Joseph & The Technicolor Dreamcoat” is still taking registrations. “We are also offering a chorus for first-

through fifth-graders with a bit less of a rigorous practice schedule. This show is so adaptable we wanted to give as many students an opportunity to participate as possible in the first production in the new theater,” said Director Carrie Carlson. CPA is offering other classes, as well, including a musical workshop day, graphic design class, summer camps, and two original productions. “We are excited to be able to offer children different types of classes

and camps that aren’t offered at every theater. Both our upcoming original productions are book adaptations that have never been performed prior; they are completely original works,” Bullion noted. For more information about Children’s Performing Arts upcoming programs, visit: www.childrensperformingartsmn. org/2018-program-guide.html Submitted

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our life, your family, your choices, your dreams. Tax relief is about much more than dollars and cents; it is about empowering people. It is about you. Given the opportunity, passionate, hardworking people in Minnesota are the solution to many of our problems. For that to happen, the people of Minnesota need tax relief. Tax relief is economic freedom and economic growth. Tax relief Legislator is higher wages, more jobs, more Lingo opportunity and shared prosperity. Roger That means more tax revenue, more Chamberlain money for roads and schools and more resources to help our most vulnerable citizens. A growing, diverse economy will mean more money for pensions, retirement plans and charitable giving. We face historic challenges that we can no longer ignore. To overcome these challenges, we must change our tax policy and turn them into opportunities. The most critical concern is a massive, fast-approaching shift in our demographic landscape. Baby boomers will drive these changes as they begin retiring at a rate of 10,000 a day. With an aging population and declining fertility rates, our labor force will grow at an “unprecedented” low rate of

tality. We cannot run from these numbers; as the saying goes, “ Tax relief is economic “demographics are destiny.” But we can prepare ourselves. freedom and economic In May, 2017, the legislature growth. Tax relief is higher passed and the Governor signed the fi rst bipartisan tax relief bill wages, more jobs, in nearly twenty years. It represented the start of a new beginmore opportunity and ning for our state. Then in December, the President signed the fi rst shared prosperity.” federal tax relief in 30 years. Together, both actions helped to strengthen Minnesota’s econoonly .1 percent, according to the my. The state’s February revenue state demographer. forecast showed a $500 million The increasing number of improvement from the previous retirees will lead to a reduction in income and sales tax revenues. report. Empowering people, allowing Most retirees will not pay income tax and will buy less because they hardworking Minnesotans to innovate and create, will strengthwill have less income and will need less. At the same time, many en and improve the lives of every seniors will require more govern- citizen in our state. From Main ment services such as health care Street to the urban core, from farm to city, every Minnesotan and housing assistance. can benefit. Finally, for years Minnesota The status quo of increashas been on the losing end of ing taxes will not save us and domestic migration. More people have been moving out of Minneso- solve these problems. Our state needs tax relief. A new vision is ta than have been moving in. According to the state demographer, required; economic freedom, a if not for immigration, Minnesota wholesale change in mindset that puts you and your family fi rst, would be losing population. that allows you to create value for A 2016 study conducted by you, your family and community. Twin Cities Business magazine, When we do that, all of us benefit, in 2014 and 2015 Minnesota lost there will be shared prosperity $2.1 billion in taxable income and we will be ready to take on when residents moved out to othany and all challenges. er states. The combination of retiring Roger Chamberlain represents baby boomers, a shrinking labor District 38 in the Minnesota force and competition for people Senate. to move here will put extreme pressures on our economic vi-

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Regarding R di llawn watering t i

Sadly, we the residents of the five communities surrounding White Bear Lake are woefully undereducated on the topic of healthy lawns. Thankfully we have the University of Minnesota, a national expert on the issue, to bring us up to speed. Per the U of M, healthy lawns need no more than 1 inch of water per week. That water should be applied either once or, at the most, in two applications per week. This allows water to soak deep into the soil, helping develop strong root systems. Watering in the morning is the most effective way to get as much of the water used into our lawns. Later in the day is often windier and warmer, causing more evaporation with less water reaching the target. Leaving grass 3 inches or higher also reduces water needs. And if you have an irrigation system, make sure it includes a moisture sensor that doesn’t allow watering when the soil has enough moisture. Following this advice, along with making sure you don’t have hose leaks or are watering sidewalks and driveways, can help us significantly lower our outdoor water use. Doing so will save our precious water resource while putting a few bucks back in our pockets. For more, see http://www.extension. umn.edu/garden/landscaping/maint/ watering-determining.htm Paul Steinhauser Director, Race 2 Reduce Birchwood

Angered A d by b sexist i t remark k

As a former longtime resident of Vadnais Heights, I was saddened and angered by the response of Vadnais Heights officials to the news that the city of Vadnais Heights is using significantly more water per person than the other cities under the court order. I was particularly offended by the sexist comment by City Engineer Mark Graham. There is no place for this kind of talk in city governance. His sexist mindset makes him unfit to be employed as city engineer. And yes, I get that he thought his comment was funny — it's not. I was also disturbed to read Councilman Greg Urban's insulting response. The lawsuit and court order are not just about White Bear Lake but about preserving the Prairie Du Chien aquifer. The lack of concern or care about Vadnais Heights' overuse of water is disheartening. The sexist and mean-spirited responses of the city's staff and elected officials require rebuke and remedial action. Sheila Kelly White Bear Lake

Having it their way

It seems that McDonald’s and Burger King must have a contract with CNN, because they both have large flatscreens with the channel fixed to that news station. If a patron of theirs is annoyed enough to push the off button on the flat-screen, the employees are quick to turn the set back on. What are they promoting, indigestion? Dana Schauer White Bear Lake

I Improve safety f t ffor everyone using Bald Eagle Boulevard

Conversations regarding improvements for walkers, joggers and bikers around Bald Eagle Lake have been ongoing for years. Furthermore, the need to make improvements has been identified by both White Bear Township and Ramsey County for more than two decades. Given this, the question to be answered is not whether something should be done, but what can be done. There are no easy answers; adding a separate trail is expensive and impactful, and retaining two-way traffic limits the ability to provide enough space for a trail. Despite these challenges, something needs to be done. The safety issues are real and an opportunity to enhance the entire Bald Eagle community is being missed. There are countless examples across the country of trails increasing property values for entire neighborhoods and enhancing connectivity for residents who desire options to driving a car to get around. The March 14th White Bear Press article regarding Bald Eagle Boulevard included a suggestion to lower the speed limit and narrow traffic lanes in an effort to improve safety. It was further noted that ideally a one-way, at least on East Bald Eagle Boulevard between Park Avenue and Hugo Road, could be pursued. However, given the challenges associated with converting to a one-way I believe the time has come to move forward immediately with the following changes: retain two-way traffic, reduce the speed limit to 25 mph, and restripe the road to create

10-foot (currently 10 f t ttraffi ffic lanes l ( tl 11 feet). f t) Though far from perfect, this solution is inexpensive, avoids rerouting traffic, and would provide a safer condition for everyone using Bald Eagle Boulevard. I encourage residents to contact our Town Board members to express your opinion. In my experience, it is clear they care about our community and listen to everyone’s concerns. Too much time has passed, too many close calls have occurred, and too many people have been denied the opportunity to safely enjoy the beautiful views of Bald Eagle Lake. Let’s improve West and East Bald Eagle Boulevard for the good of our entire community. Chris Hiniker White Bear Township

Officials should take water issue more seriously

I was dismayed by what sounded like callous comments by Vadnais Heights city officials regarding the recent study on water use in Vadnais Heights. “Too many teenage girls …” is an oddly humorous response to a serious subject, and I think most of our city’s citizens would agree that those figures need to be examined more closely. Yes, we do have odd/even watering, and no, I haven’t heard of anyone who thinks taking water from Vadnais Heights to pipe to White Bear Lake is a rational idea. But our officials should have responded as if they’re taking the issue seriously. Pat Cain Vadnais Heights

OBITUARY NOTICES

Robert Roger Brass

Richard Austin “Dick” Korfhage

Marlys (Marky) Elaine Miller

Robert Roger Brass, age 91, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on April 7, 2018. Bob was born on June 6, 1926 and united in marriage with Camille Podvin on June 9, 1951. Bob, a caring, loving man of integrity, was a proud World War II vet, owner of two Ben Franklin Stores in White Bear Lake, active in the Jaycee’s, Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, served on the Police Civil Service Commission and was instrumental in White Bear Lake being named All American City. Bob was an active lifelong fisherman and hunter who invented the famous “Bob Brass Duck Call”. He was a skilled wood worker who took great joy in making furniture of all kinds and was especially known for the wooden barns that he made for all the children in his family. Bob loved the trumpet and all kinds of trumpet music and played it almost to the end of his life. Robert (Bob) was preceded in death by parents, Fred and Theodora, brother Fred and wife Camille (Podvin). Survived by his brother Jim Brass (Judy), his four children, Mary Cay (Manny Mansbach) of Vermont, R. Thomas (Charlotte)of North Carolina, Megan Doyle (Dennis), Eden Prairie, Mike (Lisa), White Bear Lake, grandchildren, Rob and Rick Brass, Devin and Nathan Doyle and four great- grandchildren. A gathering of family and friends was Tuesday, April 10 at Honsa Family Funeral Home, 2460 East Country Road E, White Bear Lake, and will be held prior to Mass 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at church. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 11 at St. Mary of the Lake, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake. Interment St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery.

Richard Austin “Dick” Korfhage, age 85 of Prescott, Wis., and formerly of White Bear Lake, died on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at Preferred Senior Living in Ellsworth, Wis. Dick was born August 23, 1932 in Grafton, N.D., to parents Harold and Alma (Tverberg) Korfhage. Dick graduated from East Grand Forks High School and furthered his education at the University of North Dakota. He was united in marriage on July 21, 1962 to Gayle A. Joachim. Their union in marriage was blessed with two children, Scott and Wendy, and over 54 years of love and devotion until Gayle’s passing in May of 2017. Dick worked for over 30 years as an insurance sales agent for State Farm Insurance in the White Bear Lake area. Dick learned to fly while still in high school, enrolled in the ROTC while attending UND, and then served as a pilot in the Air Force. Dick also did radio broadcasting, modeling, commercial acting, voice over work and served as a weekend anchor and game show host with KSTP TV in the 1960s. Dick had a mind for machines and how things run. He owned motorcycles, sprint car race cars which he converted into street rods and several airplanes over the years. He will be missed by his family and grandchildren, and the many friends made over the years. Dick is survived by his son, Scott (Joan) Korfhage of Prescott, Wis.; his daughter, Wendy Korfhage of Rice, Minn.; his grandchildren, Lauran and Eric Korfhage; his siblings, Helen (Art) Wardner of Tustin, Calif., and Marlin (Marlene) Korfhage of Palo Alto, Calif.; as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gayle; his parents; and brother, Donald Korfhage. To honor Richard Korfhage, a Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, April 20, 2018 at the Old Ptacek’s Event Center, 1449 Orrin Road in Prescott, Wis. Dick will be buried along with his wife Gayle at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery with full military honors. Burial will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 20 at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Gather at Assembly Area #4, 10 minutes prior. Services have been entrusted to the O’Connell-Benedict Family Funeral Home and Trusted Cremation Provider of Prescott, Wis. 715-262-5404 www.oconnellbenedict.com

Marlys (Marky) Elaine Miller, Age 82, of White Bear Lake passed away peacefully on April 1, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 27, 1935 in Atwater, Minnesota, to Reinard and Laura Heining. After the death of her Mother, Reinard remarried Mae (Nelson). Marlys married Paul F. Miller in 1958 and they settled in White Bear Lake, where they raised four children. She will be remembered for many things, especially the love of her family and many friends, her church, her gracious and giving heart, love of animals (especially her kitty Jasmine), her flowers, seagulls, and ice cream. She is survived by her children, Pat Miller, Paula (Jon) Brower, Penny (Antonio) Contreras, Peter Miller; grandchildren, Analicia, Rowan , Ryan, Isabella, Antonio, and great-granddaughter Laciana. She is also survived by her brother Rodney (Linda) Heining, LaVonne (Elroy) Gast, Arlene Johnson, Boyd (Barb) Nelson, June Brabec, and in-laws with many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, April 10 at South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake with a visitation one hour prior.

DEATH NOTICE

Donald “Don” Madore Donald “Don” Madore, 66, of Birchwood, died unexpectedly March 31. Survived by wife of 46 years, Kathy, four children, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was April 7 at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church in Mahtomedi.

Coach Bob Jackson scholarship

A memorial scholarship fund has been set up in Coach Jackson’s name. To contribute, mail to: White Bear Lake Schools #624 C/O The Bob Jackson Scholarship Fund 4178 Glen Oaks Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Kenneth Eugene Wright Age 80 of White Bear Lake Passed away on March 26, 2018. Ken attended White Bear Lake High School, after which he enlisted in the Air Force where he served for eight years as a firefighter. After his service, Ken had a 38-year career at Water Gremlin. Ken loved animals, and he always had his dog at his side. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Evette; grandsons, Ronald and Tyler; brothers, Billy and Sidney. Ken is survived by his wife of 27 years, Geri; children, Dawn, Jeff, Roxanne, Kelly, Wendy, Aimee; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many other loving brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, family and friends. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, April 20 at Simple Traditions by Bradshaw, 671 Snelling Ave. S, St. Paul. Visitation 10-11 a.m. before the service. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family.

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff's Ofﬁ ce reported the following incidents:

Vadnais Heights • A pair of Ford Econoline work vans, nearly identical except for their colors — red and white — went missing overnight March 28 outside the Arrigoni Tile Company ofﬁce in the 1000 block of Berwood Avenue. Also missing was the security camera on the building that no doubt recorded the event. The red van was recovered a week later on April 4 in St. Paul, without the $2,000 worth of tile and supplies that had been inside. • Hang onto your wallets. A 43-year-old man last saw his at a Subway sandwich shop the evening of March 29 in the 1000 block of Highway 96. It wasn’t long before calls from his bank began coming in, asking the Stillwater man if he had gone on a tear charging items to his credit card at Rosedale and neighboring stores that totaled more than $1,500. • A deputy on routine patrol checked the legitimacy of a vehicle parked in a handicap zone at Walmart on March 30. The passenger in the vehicle was the registered owner, who also had a no-contact order against the driver, a 48-year-old Newport man. That man was arrested for driving after license revocation and no proof of insurance along with violation of the no-contact order. • An aggressive shopper went ballistic the evening of

March 31 at the Dollar Tree store in the 900 block of County Road E, swearing at store staff and swinging a shopping basket at the cashier, spilling items that nearly struck other shoppers, including children. An employee called 911 and deputies transported the dysfunctional 31-year-old Akron, Ohio, woman to jail on charges of ﬁfth-degree assault and disorderly conduct. • Mom left her 2008 Mazda CX7 running in the 4100 block of Thornhill Lane while she ran inside to Grandma’s to fetch the kids the evening of April 2. When the 26-year-old mother from Forest Lake emerged with her kids, they found the Mazda, including two car seats, a stroller and her purse, gone. • Responding to a 911 call hang-up the afternoon of April 3, deputies arrived at a residence in the 800 block of Berwood Avenue in time to hear a child say, “Mom needs to go to Detox.” Instead, an argumentative 53-year-old Mom was transported to jail on an Olmstead County warrant for theft and a local warrant for gross-misdemeanor driving after license cancellation. • Authorities looking for a suspect on protection order and harassment violations caught up to the 33-yearold at the 34-year-old victim’s residence in Vadnais Heights. The man, from Maplewood, was taken into custody.

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• A thief from Inver Grove Heights could not resist the appeal of a ham dinner for two, complete with all the trimmings. The 52-year-old man wheeled the package out the door of Cub Foods on Meadowlands Drive the afternoon of March 30, skipping the part where you pay for it. He was quickly nabbed and arrested for the $60 theft. • A man attempted to cash a check the afternoon of March 31 at Cub Foods but the clerk told store security that “something didn’t look right.” Deputies arrived and checked the suspect’s vehicle with Montana plates, which contained IDs, insurance cards and a passport, all in the names of people other than the driver. The 26-year-old out of Sayner, Wisconsin, was booked into jail on identify theft charges. • A deputy pulled over a vehicle driving willy-nilly down the fog line at Centerville Road and County Road H2 at 2:20 a.m. on April Fool’s Day. The 31-year-old Shoreview driver, who said he was heading home from Jimmy’s but was actually heading in the wrong direction, failed ﬁeld sobriety tests and tested in excess of 0.16 percent blood alcohol content. The driver, the license plates and the vehicle were all impounded. • A youth acting out in class at the Bellaire Education Center on County Road F was turned over to a mental health crisis worker. No other information was released due to the state Data Practices Act.

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff's Ofﬁce reported the following selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

Grant • A White Bear Lake youth was issued an ofﬁcial school sanction March 27 on 75th Street N. for possessing drug paraphernalia after another Mahtomedi High School student saw him with a glass pipe at school. • An employee of Wildwood Elementary on 75th Street N. on March 27 reported her parents for showing up at school. The complainant told deputies her parents had a no-contact order to keep away from the school. Washington County Sheriff's deputies advised the complainant that no such order existed, and that she could use the report number to ﬁle papers against her parents for an indisputable no-contact order. • A Minneapolis woman, 21, was cited at 12:44 a.m. March 30 on Manning Avenue N. and 80th Street N. for failing to pull over for an emergency vehicle. • A Hugo woman, 35, was cited March 30 on Manning Avenue N. and 97th Street N. for speeding 70 mph in a 55 mph zone. • A resident in the 9000 block of Jamaca Court N. on March 31 reported credit card fraud and is awaiting a refund

from the bank. • A resident in the 9000 block of Justen Trail on April 2 reported receiving a phone call from an individual in Minneapolis advising her that he had found her mail, some of which contained her new license plates. • A son keeping an eye on the home of his snowbird parents on April 2 reported checking on their home in the 10000 block of 101st Street N. and seeing all the signs of a forced entry burglary. The front door had been pried open and a shed was broken into; guns, money and collectible coins were missing.

Mahtomedi • Hit-and-run road rage was reported March 27 on northbound Century Avenue N. at Long Lake Road. The case turned into a report-and-run incident after deputies could locate neither the two road rage participants nor the caller. • A Lake Elmo woman, 51, was cited March 28 on 75th Street N. and Hilton Trail N. for using a wireless communications device while driving. • A Mahtomedi man, 67, was cited March 28 in the 3300 block of Century Avenue N. for passing on the shoulder. • A White Bear Lake woman, 55, was cited March 28 on Mahtomedi Avenue N. and Stillwater Road N. for stop sign violation.

• A cell phone was reported stolen overnight March 28-29 from a bag and mapped to an address near the intersection of Stillwater Road and Warner Road. Deputies ﬁnally reached the occupants of the address, who denied knowing anything about any cell phone. • A student at Century College in the 3300 block of Century Avenue N. on March 30 reported another student for slapping her in the face and calling her nasty names after she reported the student for cheating. Follow-up will continue as deputies try to contact the cheating slapper. • A resident in the 70 block of Wildwood Beach Road on March 31 reported receiving numerous calls appearing as Xcel Energy on his caller identiﬁcation. The calls said he owed the utility money and if he didn't pay, his power would be shut off.

Pine Springs • A White Bear Lake man, 19, was cited March 30 on Highway 36 and Hilton Trail for speeding 75 mph in a 55 mph zone. • A Lake Elmo man, 18, was cited March 30 on Highway 36 and I-694 for speeding 80 mph in a 55 mph zone. • A Stillwater woman, 33, was cited March 31 on Highway 36 and Demontreville Trail for distracted driving with an electronic device. Another

motorist on March 30 was issued a written warning for the same offense on Highway 36 at Keats Avenue. • A Duluth woman, 19, was arrested at 12:30 a.m. April 1 for fourth-degree DWI after she was observed traveling at a high rate of speed while headed northbound on I-694 toward Pine Springs.

Willernie • Deputies were called out to execute a drug-related search warrant April 2 in the neighborhood of Wildwood Road and Sargent Avenue. The Washington County Sheriff's Ofﬁ ce would not provide any further information. • An unidentiﬁed elderly motorist on April 2 reported herself for hit-andrun in the 1000 block of Wildwood Road after she couldn't catch up to the black truck to exchange insurance information after she had accidentally hit it. After the truck that sustained minor damage disappeared over the horizon, she drove herself over to the law enforcement center to turn herself in.

White Bear Lake • The driver of a silver Dodge Caravan was reported March 29 for driving away without settling the $51 gasoline tab at the Freedom Valu center before heading toward Mahtomedi.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following incidents: • A White Bear Lake man, 23, was arrested on suspicion of DWI and jailed for second-degree DWI test refusal after his vehicle was found in a lot of a closed business in the 2000 block of County Road E March 29. • Theft of work tools and a damaged padlock on a construction trailer was reported in the 1200 block of Birch Lake Boulevard March 29. The loss was about $1,600. • Theft of a gym bag worth $175 was reported in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road March 29. • Burglary was reported in the 1800 block of Birch Lake Boulevard March 30. • Items worth about $50 were reported stolen from a vehicle in the 1800 block of Second Street March 30. • Theft of a $1.75 bag of chips by a juvenile was reported in the 2100 block of Orchard Lane March 30. • A forced arrest was made of a White Bear Lake man, 39, on an outstanding warrant after a disturbance was reported near I-694 and White Bear Avenue March 31. • A purse containing money and personal identiﬁ cation was reported stolen from inside a garage in the 4800 block of Division Avenue March 31. A vehicle was also damaged. • A White Bear Lake woman, 21, was arrested for fourth-degree DWI in the 3200 block of White Bear

Avenue April 1. • Theft of items was reported in the 4700 block of Centerville Road April 1. The victim reported a suspect, who denied involvement. • Burglary of a storage unit in the 2600 block of County Road E was reported April 1. No items were missing. • A White Bear Lake woman, 31, was arrested on an outstanding warrant in the 2100 block of Hedman Way April 1. • Numerous items were reported stolen from a business in the 1800 block of County Road F April 2. The business was broken into overnight. • Items worth $860 were reported stolen in the 1500 block of Park Street April 2. • Suspects were located and arrested after a shoplifting incident near the 4400 block of Highway 61 April 2. • A White Bear Lake woman, 27, was arrested on an outstanding warrant in the 3500 block of Century Avenue April 2. • A White Bear Township woman, 22, was arrested for fourth-degree DWI near Otter Lake Road April 3. • A white 2004 Chevy Impala was reported stolen from a parking lot in the 3500 block of Century Avenue April 3. • Burglary of a commercial site was reported in the 1900 block of County Road E April 3. It is unknown if any items were stolen. • A person reported her social security number was

used to open up numerous credit card accounts April 3. • A suspicious 56-year-old man from Byron, Minnesota with a handgun and driver's license canceled due to public safety was arrested in the 4500 block of Centerville Road April 3. • A Wisconsin man, 29, was arrested for second-degree DWI in the 4800 block of Highway 61 April 3. His blood alcohol level was 0.18. • A suspect is wanted for misdemeanor domestic assault charged after a 911 hang-up call in the 2100 block of Sixth Street April 4. The suspect fl ed the scene. • Theft of a vehicle worth $8,500 was reported in the 4700 block of Washington Square April 4. • A tabby colored adult cat found dead in the 1900 block of Highway 96 April 4 was disposed of since no identifi cation was found on it. • A man who pushed a cartful of groceries outside a store without paying in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road April 4 then pushed the loss prevention agent who confronted him. The suspect fl ed on foot but the $190 in groceries was recovered. The suspect was reportedly picked up by a driver in a black SUV. • A gas drive-off was reported in the 3100 block of Century Avenue April 5. • A Minneapolis man, 38, was arrested for DWI near Highway 61 April 5.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Public input sought for library project

A second community engagement event is planned for the Wildwood Library building project. Washington County Library invites residents, patrons and other members of the public to share their thoughts and opinions about the upcoming building project that will result in a new Wildwood Library. Three community engagement events are planned this spring. The second of these events will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 23, at the District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave., in Room 103. This event will build on feedback collected during the initial March 19 conversation with participants. Attendees at the April 23 event will be invited to provide opinions of visual imagery that will help the architects hone in on design concepts and space usage options for Wildwood Library. The Wildwood Library was built at its current location on Stillwater Avenue in Mahtomedi in 1990.

Clean out those closets

GoodThings is partnering with The Closet, a White Bear Lake nonprofit, to hold a clothing drive through April 15. Founded in 2011, The Closet is a White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation nonprofit that provides free clothing to families in need. Infant through adult size clothing can be donated, in new or gently used condition. Drop off locations are GoodThings, GoodStyle and GoodKids in downtown White Bear Lake. As a thank you, guests dropping off donations will receive a coupon for 15 percent off a regular priced purchase, one per customer.

with the Spring Ice Breaker dinner. The club has weekend and Tuesday evening events. Information on the dinner and club information is available online at BBYRA.com.

CSA farm directory now available

Another Community Supported Agriculture season is just around the corner, giving eaters a chance to forge partnerships with some of the most innovative farmers in the region while enjoying fresh, sustainably produced food. The 2018 edition of the Twin Cities, Minnesota & Western Wisconsin Region Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Directory is now available from the Land Stewardship Project at www.landstewardshipproject.org/stewardshipfood/ csa. CSA shares tend to sell out by early spring, so consumers are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible.

Save date for celebration

A special event called “It's time to celebrate!” is planned from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave. in White Bear Lake. The White Bear Area Community Forum on Seniors is celebrating an Outstanding Project Award for 2017 from the Minnesota Community Education Association for its good work on service to area seniors.

The public is invited for refreshments and a brief update of ongoing initiatives for area seniors, following by tours of the new Lakeshore Players and Children's Performing Arts Theater. The event is free, but registration is appreciated. Register at www.whitebear.ce.eleyo.com and search for Activity #1500.300.

Washington County Rx takeback

A household prescription drug takeback event is planned from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 28, at the Mahtomedi School District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Medications can be kept in original container or placed in small bags. Needles, used epipens, syringes, lancets or thermometers will not be accepted. Prescription, over-the-counter and pet medications are accepted at the drop box. For questions, call 651-275-7475.

Join Rush Line community advisory committee

Applications are being accepted for the Community Advisory Committee for the Rush Line bus rapid transit (BRT) line planned from St. Paul through Vadnais Heights to White Bear Lake. The committee will provide a community voice during the environmental analysis phase of the project. The committee will advise project decision-makers on the location of stations, pedestrian and bicycle connec-

Spring Ice Breaker event for yacht club

The Black Bear Yacht Club is having a kick-off social for 2018 and the public is invited. The event starts with a 5 p.m. social hour followed by 6 p.m. dinner and program April 22 at the Boatworks Commons meeting room. Local sailors interesting in crewing or learning to sail can join the BBYRA in its 34th season of keelboat racing on White Bear Lake

tions and ensuring benefit to all communities on the route. Committee members will be selected to reflect the geography of the Rush Line BRT route and the diversity of people living, working, playing and doing business along the route. Committee size is expected to be 15-20 people. Membership on the committee is a two-year commitment that will include quarterly meetings. Application forms are available online at ramseycounty. us. Printed copies can be requested by sending an email to info@rushline.org or calling 651-266-2772. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Review of the applications will begin April 20.

Test out senior bus

New Trax, which provides transportation services for seniors in the area, will provide a bus for viewing and boarding at Vadnais Heights City Hall between 2 and 3 p.m. April 24. Information on senior transportation will be given.

Youth drop-in center opens in mall

The Tubman Center recently opened a new location for a youth and young adult drop-in center in the Maplewood Mall. The center is storefront No. 2006 on the west side of the mall near the Metro Transit station. It is next to the food court by PayLess. Youth are welcome to drop in. The center also offers transportation to the Tubman Maplewood location, which has showers and laundry available. Youth interested in the program can call or text 612-656-9292 or email yayaprogram@ gmail.com. The center is also taking donations, such as notebooks and pens. An official grand opening will be held June 16.

Autism awareness carnival

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Committee members for the Forum on Seniors included, from left: Brett Carlson, Mary Mengel, Shayla Denaway, Tim Maurer, Tara Jebens-Singh, Lynn Amon and Cindy O’Donovan.

District 916 will hold an autism awareness carnival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 19 at Central Park in Roseville in the Foundation Picnic Shelter, 2495 Victoria Street N. The carnival will raise funds for the Autism Society of Minnesota. Last year, the student-organized carnival raised $2,000.

NAMES IN THE NEWS Constance and Daniel Kunin of White Bear Lake were awarded the Louise Whitbeck Fraser Award at a recognition breakfast March 22. Fraser is the state's largest provider of autism services. The award recognizes those who are building on the legacy of founder Louise Whitbeck Fraser through their devotion to improving the lives of children and adults with special needs. Since 1996, the Kunins have contributed more than $300,000 to the organization. Constance, whose maiden name is Bigelow, also helped secure a $750,000 gift from the F.R. Bigelow Foundation, which helped expand services to the east metro. They have a son with autism. Professional auctioneer Connie Johnson, vice president and general manager of Kurt Johnson Auctioneering Inc. in White Bear Lake, was recently awarded the Pat Massart Scholarship during the Certified Auctioneers Institute at Indiana University. The school is the industry's premier training program for auction professionals. The award winner is chosen by secret ballot by his or her peers as the outstanding leader of the class. The award amount pays Johnson's tuition. She plans to donate her scholarship back to the National Auctioneers Association to be given to a first-generation auctioneer accepted to attend the school. Mahtomedi High School grad Elizabeth Barnes is the recipient of the Faculty Early Career Development Award from the National Science Foundation. Barnes is an assistant professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University and the daughter of Deb and Randal Barnes of Hugo. A large research stipend accompanies the award, which she will apply to work on weather patterns tied to accelerated warming of the Arctic. Great Waters Financial founding partner Justin Halverson is traveling to Washington, DC for National

Retirement Planning Week April 9-13. He will be participating in the Insured Retirement Institute's Financial Fitness Check-Ups, providing planning sessions for House and Senate staffers. The firm has an office in White Bear Lake. Another location is planned in Vadnais Heights.

Vadnais Heights resident Leila Horazdovsky won a pair of Tula Pink shears for second place in the My First Bernina contest. Bernina makes sewing, embroidery and quilting machines. The contest invited sewers to share their stories about when they got their first Bernina on a blog called WeAllSew.

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LIONS CORNER WHO are the Lions? Lions International is the world’s largest service club organization with 46,000 clubs and 1.4+ million members. “Where there’s a NEED, there’s a LION”. Whenever a Lions club gets together, problems get smaller, and communities get better. That’s because we help where help is needed – in our own communities and around the world – with unmatched integrity and energy.

WHAT we do and WHY we do it? At a local level, the Wildwood Lions Club raises funds through its Foundation’s fundraisers that benefit many worthy organizations. Major fundraisers include Punkinmania, White Cane Days, and a Sportsmen’s Dinner. We also have Charitable Gaming and raise funds via pulltabs and Bingo at Jethro’s Char House in Mahtomedi.

Our Mission To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding through Lions clubs. “WE SERVE!”

Organizations donated to: • Mahtomedi Area Food Shelf • Century College • H2O for Life • Boy Scouts Troop’s 499 and 89 • St. Jude’s Lake Area Discovery Center

• St. Andrews Community Resource Center • Air Bear Search Drones • iWarrior Organization • Numerous Mahtomedi Sports Programs

WHEN and WHERE we meet (upcoming meetings):

Jethro’s Char House Monday, April 23

Dinner Meeting 6 PM Social & 6:30-8 PM We’ll learn from Andy Dauplaise about P.A.I, which provides day training programs in White Bear Lake for people with developmental disabilities.

Jethro’s Char House Monday, May 7

Dinner Meeting 6 PM Social & 6:30-8 PM Britany Lasek will talk about Brain Injury Awareness and how to deal with Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, etc. at this dinner meeting.

HOW to become a member? Consider becoming a member of the Wildwood Lions Club – Mahtomedi and surrounding areas most vibrant and active service organization! Simply come to one of our dinner meetings, email us at WildwoodLionsClub@yahoo.com, or call our Membership Committee Chair, Lion Alex Rogosheske at 651-253-3127.

www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/wildwoodmn Hugo Lions: www.e-clubhouse.org/hugomn; hugomnlions@gmail.com White Bear Lake Lions: www.whitebearlions.org

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Credit union will replace Wendy’s restaurant BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

VADNAIS HEIGHTS — Those hungry for a Frosty at Wendy’s will now only fi nd money to buy one elsewhere. Spire Credit Union plans to demolish the old Wendy’s building near KFC and Walmart and build a new building for its financial services, said City Planner Nolan Wall at a City Council meeting April 3. The credit union has owned the property since 2008 and received approvals from the city to convert and expand the building nearly a decade ago. However, Wendy’s has operated on the site since then due to a lease agreement. The business had to wait for the lease to run its course before imple-

menting its plans, said a credit union representative. The City Council unanimously approved the credit union’s new plans to tear down the building instead of expanding it and construct a new building in its place. City Councilwoman Heidi Gunderson said it is sad Wendy’s will no longer be there. “Where are we going to get a Frosty now?” added Councilman Greg Urban. The credit union includes checking, savings, mortgage and auto loans. It will be the credit union’s 18th location, located at 940 East County Road E. The city will also be getting another new fi nancial institution on the other side of the freeway, near Country Inn and Suites.

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The Wendy’s near Walmart in Vadnais Heights has closed and a credit union will take its place.

Great Waters Financial plans to operate at 3501 Vadnais Center Drive. A financial institution was proposed as part of the original Vadnais Heights Office Condominium development area begun over a decade ago, Wall said. The City Council unanimously ap-

proved the site plan, permit amendment and variances for the project. Great Water Financial offers services for investments and portfolio management. It offers classes on retirement and Social Security. It has four other locations in the Twin Cities and one in Duluth.

Vadnais Heights mayor plans to leave post, eyes sheriff seat BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

VADNAIS HEIGHTS — Running for Ramsey County Sheriff is one option Mayor Bob Fletcher said he is considering after announcing he is not running for re-election as mayor this fall. Fletcher plans to vacate his mayor seat at the end of the year because he thinks his skills can be better used in another area, he told council members and staff at a City Council meeting April 3. “Anyone here could do as equally as good a job as I am doing,” he told council members. “It is not a complicated job; it just takes a little dedication and willingness to listen.” Fletcher said he wants to explore using his skills in another arena. “I think everybody should work where they can do the most good, and while I enjoy this and I feel like we are doing some good, I just feel like my talents can be put to use in some different areas,” he said. “I have a number of different options that I am exploring, but that is for another day of discussion.” After the meeting, Fletcher said he wants to use his law enforcement and political background to make a difference. One of the options Fletcher is considering is running for Ramsey County Sheriff. He was previously Ramsey County Sheriff for 16 years. He lost the 2010 election. Fletcher said he is also considering becoming more involved in his work with immigrant groups, in the counterterrorism field and consulting for law enforcement agencies on body camera policies. “I'm going to spend the next 30 days as a chance to decide which direction to head,” he noted. “There are other areas in life I have a skill set and experience in I want to explore again to make sure I can contribute to the highest level possible.” Fletcher has been mayor since January 2017. He has served on the City Council since 2014. Fletcher told the council he announced that he is not running for re-election this spring to give others time to plan their own run for mayor. “It's important that we have a seamless transition,” he said. Filing runs from July 31 to Aug. 14, said Assistant City Administrator Kathy Keefe. “It's obviously not the most difficult job in America, especially since we have such great staff,” Fletcher noted.

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Replacing these orange cones blocking a private road from public traffic with a prettier curb is something Vadnais Heights Mayor Bob Fletcher hopes to set in motion before he ﬁnishes his job as mayor the end of the year.

Fletcher highlighted one item from the list he hopes to accomplish before leaving his position — to remove orange cones near Edgerton Street and Witt Court. Property owners were given permission from the city years ago to block off the private road to prevent traffic from coming through the area. Fletcher hopes the city can remodel the curbing to allow emergency vehicles in but prevent regular traffi c from going through, he said. The city has about $10,000 set aside for the beautification project, he said. Fletcher said the city is in good shape with the changes he has seen over his years — new signage, million-dollar street lighting, trail money, franchise

fees to help pay for streets, and development at the strip mall near Highway 96 and Centerville Road. “The city is in a great spot to no one individual's credit,” he said. “We really don't have any dysfunction in this city.” The one big-ticket item that will likely be left to the rest of the council is what to do with the old Garceau Hardware site the city bought several years ago. “Thankfully, the sports center fi nancing bonding issue is behind us,” he noted. “Now we just have to get behind the Garceau's issue and we will be fine … That will be left in your lap.”

DEVELOPMENT: Single family homes will be marketed to seniors FROM PAGE 1A

future connections to sanitary sewer and water, if desired, at adjacent property owners' expense. “We are also open to collaborating with the neighbors to develop adjoining parcels in the future as a subsequent phase of the project,” he wrote. The development is zoned low-density residential, which resident Jason Walton said didn’t seem like the appropriate designation. “This does not appear to be low densi-

ty to me,” Walton said. “I’ll have three neighbors immediately next to me. I never saw that coming. … It’s really changing the neighborhood. It’s going to have a big impact.” With more than 98 percent of the town developed, the Metropolitan Council will start requiring re-developers to build at a minimum of five homes per acre, Town Planner Tom Riedesel said. “They feel when properties re-develop, they should be developing at higher than three units an acre,” he noted.

Board member Ed Prudhon, who lives on Peterson Road and will be affected by the development, abstained from the vote. Prudhon said he always expected the area to be developed. “As a resident of Peterson Road, I’m affected probably the most by the homes,” Prudhon said. “I’ll give (the developers) credit, (they) did an excellent job with the landscaping plan. Right now, I’ve got a row of trees and shrubs and that’s all going to go away when you develop. We knew it was coming, but it was a culture shock for all of us.”

The homes will be marketed to people 55 years or older, with a price point around $400K plus. Proposed lots are 70 feet wide and average 13,000 square feet. Homes will have three bedrooms, with 1,600 feet on the main floor. Half will have basements. The board approved a preliminary plat and a planned unit development. The Planning Commission approved the same on March 22. The board also authorized town staff to prepare a report on street and utility improvements for the development.

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STEINWAY: Rolls into new home FROM PAGE 1A

“This piano not only reproduced Rob’s exact pitch but it sounds like an echo across the valley. It will fi ll the theater,” Smith said. “We eliminated three of the six without playing a single song,” added Thomas. “The remaining three had extra qualities. All are spectacular, of course, but these had something different; they had more ring.” The legendary Steinway piano takes a year to build. Every piece is handmade with hand tools by 270 craftsmen who each play an individual role in its creation. Schmitt Music is the exclusive Steinway dealer in the Twin Cities. Store representative Sue Dopp accompanied the two men on the trip, as is required by Steinway, to broker the purchase. “Sue has been to many se-

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Dr. Reid Smith, left, Rob Thomas, and Schmitt Music rep Sue Dopp stand in an outline of a grand piano at the Steinway factory in Queens, New York.

lections,” Smith noted. “She couldn’t believe what I was doing. It was the fi rst selection where not a note was played. She thought it was the weirdest thing she had ever seen.” To demonstrate the technique, Thomas again sang a chord into the strings in Lakeshore’s lobby. Smith was thrilled that the piano maintained its reverberation at its new home. “This piano sings,” he pointed out. “It has nothing to do with the performer.” Even Thomas admitted he could hear the difference and was delighted to be a part of the process. “I thought I would just be paying for dinner and making sure everyone got to where they needed to be,” he said. A 9-foot concert grand is the expected instrument for major venues, according to Smith. “It is the standard for any professional pianist. If you want to be at the top level, you have this piano.” With his perfect pitch and impressive resume, Smith was the ideal choice for selecting the Steinway, Thomas said. It was Smith who insisted the piano was mandatory if the theater was serious about bringing classical music to White Bear Lake. The Dellwood resident will be director of classical programming for Lakeshore as it moves forward with plans to hold a piano series and other concert events. The piano will make its debut with Smith at the keyboards for a private donor appreciation event April 13. Theater staff hope a benefactor will still come forward with a $100,000 donation for naming rights to the piano’s storage room: a climate-controlled closet left of the stage. About $60,000 has already been raised through the capital campaign to purchase the Steinway. A graduate of Boston University and the Vienna Hochschule fur Musik in Austria, Smith received a master’s degree from The Juilliard School in New York City. His doctor-

A bi-weekly section where readers will be informed on subjects of seasonal interest, upcoming events and other timely topics. IF YOU HAVE SOD/LAWN DAMAGE FROM THE PLOWS DUE TO THE RECENT SNOWSTORMS HERE’S WHAT TO KNOW – Sod/lawn damage can happen even under the best of circumstances & care of the operators. The most common types of sod/lawn damage occur in the Town right-of-way (boulevard), which normally extends approximately 10-15 feet beyond the curb. The intent of this right-of-way is to provide room for snow storage, utilities, sidewalks & other public or Town authorized use. If damage does occur call Public Works at 651.747.2776, to report the damage caused by Town equipment. Please note the following: • Lawns that are scraped or gouged by Town equipment will be placed on a list & repaired with topsoil & seed when topsoil becomes available & manpower permits. We ask for your patience. • Residents who request that the boulevard be repaired are requested to assist by watering the repaired areas. ARE YOU MOVING INTO OR OUT OF THE TOWNSHIP? – Here are a few things to remember: • If Moving In - Contact us to change the utility billing account information. We will need to know what name or names you would like on your utility bill, a contact phone number & an email address. New Resident Billing Information – - You will receive a bill quarterly. - Residents are able to have their bills mailed to them or sent to them via email. - We have several payment options available I’m Moving!

including: 1) automatic payment out of a checking or savings account, 2) pay by phone with a debit or credit card through a phone service, 3) pay online with a debit or credit card, 4) drop payment off in our 24 hour drive up drop off box located at the Administrative Offices, 5) mail in your payment or 6) pay in person with a debit or credit card, check, money order or cash. • If Moving Out - we need to know your closing or move out date & a forwarding address to send your final bill to. If you would like more information, please visit our website at www.whitebeartownship.org or call us at 651.747.2754. WATER CONSERVATION TIPS – • Replace toilets installed before 1994 Save Our with High-Efficiency Toilets (HETs). • Composting food wastes saves water by reducing the water needed to run a garbage disposal. Water • Sweep outdoor surfaces with a broom instead of using a hose. • Replace showerheads that have a flow rate greater than 2.5 gallons per minute. If the showerhead is not labeled, the flow rate can be checked by catching the water in a 1-gallon bucket. If it takes less than 24 seconds to fill up, the showerhead flow rate is more than 2.5 gallons per minute. April 28 – Trash to Treasure Day June 16 -- Township’s Annual Clean Up Day

Visit www.whitebeartownship.org or call 651.747.2750 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110 al thesis included a performance of the 24 Chopin Etudes. He has taught piano at Juilliard, Kent State, St. John’s University and the University of Minnesota and currently teaches out of his Dellwood studio, educating, he says, the next generation of Van Cliburn winners. The sound from Lakeshore’s grand new addition will get richer with age, noted Smith, and can take 10 to 12 years to plateau. The breaking-in process will be soft and gentle. Just who gets to play upon its keys is yet to be determined. “Pianos take on the personality of the person playing it,” Smith said. “Anyone who plays the Steinway will have to know what they are doing.” He added that future performances will depend on budget. “It’s better to start little by little and grow over time. We have a number of outstanding local people who would be willing to play.” For Thomas, the buying adventure was a “once-in-a-lifetime experience” that culminated with a delightful dinner at the Russian Tea Room in Manhattan. “This is such a gift to the community,” he added. “I’m walking on a cloud now that the piano is home.”

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During their factory tour, Thomas and Smith were hands on with the tools to make a piano. A concert grand takes a year to build.

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Lakeshore’s Steinway will have a climate-controlled room of its own next to the stage.

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SCHOOL BRIEFS Robotics team wins creativity award

The Academy for Sciences and Agriculture (AFSA) Roc Robotics earned a Creativity Award, sponsored by Xerox, at the Minnesota 10,000 Lakes Regional First Robotics last month. The Creativity Award celebrates creativity in design, use of components, or unique strategy of play. The robotics team received the tools and gear for their project through a donation to DonorsChoose from Ripple.

Learn about U.S. Service Academy

Congresswoman Betty McCollum’s office will host an informational event to discuss the nomination process and application requirements for admission to a U.S. Service Academy from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 17 at Mounds View High School, 1900 Lake Valentine Road, Arden Hills. Guest speakers from various military academies across the country will present. McCollum will be accepting applications Aug. 1 through Nov. 5 for nominations to the academies from interested

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students from the Fourth Congressional District. The nomination requirements and application form are available on Congresswoman McCollum's website http://www.mcollum.house.gov. Questions about this event may be directed to Connie Haddeland, academy coordinator, Office of Congresswoman McCollum, 651-224-9191.

and silent auction from 5 to 7 p.m. May 8 in the school gymnasium. This fundraiser for the art program features a display of over 1,000 items of artwork available for purchase, as well as dinner catered by Donatelli’s. The school is located at 2530 Spruce Place. All are welcome. More information is available at matoskaart. wixsite.com/home.

Accepting applications for St. Paul College Career Sampler

Nominate Mahtomedi alumni

Registration is open for White Bear Lake Area High School juniors and seniors to participate in a career sampler at St. Paul College April 27. Students will have an opportunity to experience hands-on learning in manufacturing, construction, IT or health care. For more information, call 651-773-6213 or talk to your guidance counselor.

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Matoska International Elementary School will hold its 20th annual Spring Art Show open house

Nominations are now open for the Mahtomedi High School Alumni of Distinction Award. The award recognizes Mahtomedi High School alumni who have achieved distinction through outstanding accomplishments or lifetime achievements and actively share them with the greater community. The nominee must have graduated at least 10 years prior to the nomination and excelled in his or her career and/or made an outstanding contribution to society. Nominations close May 15. Visit www.highschool.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us for information and a nomination form.

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Another city joins targeted 10 in challenging court order STILLWATER — When the level of White Bear Lake dropped so low that docks didn’t reach the water, few Stillwater residents had any idea that the DNR would be ordered to restrict their use of water to help replenish the lake. But on Aug. 30, 2017, in a Ramsey County Court trial, Judge Margaret Marrinan ordered that the DNR, through the use of water appropriation permits, begin restricting water use from any municipal well located within a 5-mile radius of White Bear Lake. That includes White Bear Township and the cities of Hugo, Lake Elmo, Lino Lakes, Mahtomedi, North St. Paul, Oakdale, Stillwater, Vadnais Heights and White Bear Lake. St. Paul Regional Water Services also has wells within the radius. According to TKDA Engineer Matt Ellingson, who represents the three-member Stillwater Water Board, Stillwater’s Well No. 11 — the city’s westernmost well — is situated approximately 4.99

miles from White Bear Lake. The Stillwater Board of Water Commissioners, which oversees the Water Board, contends that recent studies conducted by TKDA indicate Stillwater Well 11 pumps water from an aquifer plume that flows east toward the St. Croix River, not west toward White Bear Lake, and thus should not be included in the White Bear Lake ruling. The board unanimously voted at its March 23 meeting to request a contested case hearing with the DNR. Under the Aug. 30, 2017 ruling, the Stillwater Water Board would have to comply with several amendments to its DNR water appropriation permit, including • Implementation of a residential watering ban • Preparation of a plan to reduce per capita water use citywide • Preparation of a plan to convert to surface water supplies — likely the St. Croix River — for drinking

water, rather than continued reliance on groundwater • Participation in an annual report prepared by the 11 affected communities included in the ruling According to a March 27 press release, the Board of Water Commissioners planned to request a contested case hearing to the DNR by the deadline of March 30, 2018. The required amendments outlined above and added to the water appropriation permit will not be put into effect until after the completion of the contested case hearing process. The Stillwater Water Board was created by City Charter in 1915, when the city purchased the original privately-owned water utility, which was established around 1865. Current commissioners, appointed by the City Council, include Steve Speedling, serving as board president; George Vania and Karen Jensen.

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Reading to Sting among Health Fair for Kids activities A Hands-On Health Fair for Kids is planned from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 28, at the HealthPartners Clinic in White Bear Lake. The fair provides an opportunity for children to get familiar with the doctor’s and dentist’s offices outside of a regular visit. Each child will get a map that takes them around the clinic, where they’ll get it stamped for participating in different fun activities. Those activities include making your own first aid kit, getting your teeth counted, doing family yoga, and listening to a story or reading one to Sting the greyhound. Chomp, the BearPower mascot, will be giving away snacks and leading games. There will be recipe cards and information for parents, too. No RSVPs are needed; email WBLClinicHealthClub@ healthpartners.com if you have questions. The clinic is located at 1430 Hwy. 96 E. in White Bear Lake. SUBMITTED

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White Bear Lake Area Church Directory Find the church that ﬁts your needs.

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

AT REDEEMER Worship- 9:30 am Coffee-10:30 am

CHURCH OF ST. PIUS X

First Christian Church of St. Paul (disciples of Christ)

Summer

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. 5 pm Sun. 8 & 10am, 7:30pm • Reconciliation: Sat. 3:30 - 4:30 pm

4000 Linden Street,WBL (651) 429-5349 gracepeople.church

WEDNESDAY EVENINGS Meal 5-6 pm Programming 6-7 pm Menu online-All ages welcome

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

St. Andrew’s Lutheran Chruch

Masses: Saturday – 5:00 PM Sunday – 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 AM 651-429-7771 www.stmarys-wbl.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

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

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OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL

650 Wildwood Road Mahtomedi, MN 55115 www.fccstpaul.com 651-779-3330

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Worship time: Sundays 10am 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

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

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UPCOMING EVENTS LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTER’S MEETING

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, April 12 Where: White Bear Lake City Hall Details: Topic of discussion is “Action on Redistricting.” Public invited. Contact: 651-493-0686

‘ROYAL TEA’ TEA PARTY

When: 2-3 p.m. Saturday, April 14 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Prepare for the upcoming royal nuptials with tea, scones and games. Adults only. Wear party attire and a hat. Registration required. Contact: 651-426-2042 or washcolib.org

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 15 Where: Cub Foods parking lot, 1059 Meadowlands Dr., White Bear Lake Details: Hike around Birch Lake and residential areas, followed by treats at Applebees. Hike is approx ﬁve miles and lasts 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Contact: 651-455-0052 or stpaulhike.com

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

When: 6 p.m. Friday, April 20 Where: South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church, 2480 South Shore Blvd., White Bear Lake Details: Free showing of a Disney family favorite movie at 6:15 p.m. Light refreshments provided. Contact: sstwbl.org

BEING BRAVE WOMEN’S RETREAT

When: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, April 20 and 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 21 Where: First Presbyterian Church, 4821 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Retreat is a day of conversaton,

inspiration, exploration and encouragement. Kelly Johnson, author of “Being Brave: A 40-Day Journey to the Life God Dreams for You,” is guest speaker. $45. Contact: 651-429-3381 or fpcwbl.org

FUNDRAISER FOR TERRI FENN

When: 1-5 p.m. Sunday, April 22 Where: White Bear Lake VFW 1782, 4496 Lake Ave S Details: Rafﬂes and Tacos. Fundraiser to help with medical expenses for Terri Fenn, past VFW 1782 Auxiliary President, who has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Tickets $10, includes taco basket. Contact: 651-253-8722

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 22 Where: Village Sports Bar, 3600 Hoffman Road, White Bear Lake Details: Hike through residential areas, woods and paved path, followed by treats at the Village Sports Bar. Hike is approx. ﬁve miles and lasts 1-1/2 - 2 hours. Contact: 651-426-8593 or stpaulhike.com

1918: A YEAR IN STORIES

When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, April 23 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Overview of the year 1918 according to the White Bear Press. Covers the Great War, inﬂuenza epidemic, temperance movement and women’s suffrage. Free. Contact: 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org

WILDWOOD LIBRARY BUILDING PROJECT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENT When: 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, April 23 Where: Mahtomedi District Education

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Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Residents, library patrons, and members of the public are invited to shre thoughts and opinions about the upcoming building project. Contact: 651-426-2042 or washcolib.org

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: NEW TRAX

When: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, April 24 Where: Vadnais Heights City Hall, 800 E. County Road E. Details: Seniors can learn about the new local bus circular service. Free, no registration required. Contact: 651-204-6000; cityvadnaisheights.com

HISTORIC RUMMAGE SALE

When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 26; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, April 27; 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 28 Where: First Presbyterian Church, 4821 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Annual sale with good quality bargain-priced clothing, household goods, tools, small appliances, books, shoes, purses, games, toys, linens, jewelry, ofﬁce supplies. Bargain bags on Saturday. Contact: 651-429-3381, fpc-wbl@fpc-wbl.org

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Community Open House WHEN: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, April 14 WHERE: Haniﬂ Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake DETAILS: Explore the new facility

Where: Neighborhoods throughout White Bear Lake and White Bear Township Details: Residents place unwanted items at the curb for treasure seekers to pick up. Items should be marked “FREE”. Contact: whitebearlake.org

on an “arts crawl,” enjoy musical and theatre performances, kids activities, dance classes, food and drinks.

CONTACT: 651-426-3275 or lakeshoreplayers.org

Contact: cheerfulhearts.com

Music PATTY PETERSON PRESENTS: THE JAZZ WOMEN ALL STARS

When: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 14 Where: White Bear Unitarian Universalist HOUSEHOLD Church, 328 Maple St., HAZARDOUS WASTE Mahtomedi COLLECTION Details: Ensemble When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. celebrates great women Saturday, April 28 of jazz artists in the Where: Mahtomedi Twin Cities, both District Education instrumentalists and Center, 1520 Mahtomedi VADNAIS HEIGHTS vocalists. Tickets $20Ave. CLEAN-UP DAY $30. Details: Satellite colWhen: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact: 612-720-2857 lections bring services ofSaturday, April 27 or whitebearunitarian. fered at the Washington Where: Community org Park, 651 E. County Road County Environmental Center closer to resiF dents, making it easier Details: Dispose of OKEE DOKEE to dispose of household carpeting, computers, BROTHERS CONCERT hazardous waste and construction materials, When: 2 p.m. Sunday, electronics. electronics, furniture, April 15 Contact: co. household hazardous Where: Mounds View washington.mn.us waste, appliance, tires High School, 1900 Lake for a per-load evaluation Valentine Road, Arden charge; yard waste free. Hills RITE OF SPRING Contact: cityvadnais Details: Duo performs When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. heights.com family music with the Saturday, April 28 goal to inspire children Where: Mahtomedi District Education PEDAL TO D.C.: and their parents to get Center, 1520 Mahtomedi BOOK TOUR TO SAVE outside and get creative. Ave. THE BOUNDARY Tickets $15/adults; $10/ WATERS Details: Hands-on students and seniors. Contact: moundsview When: 5-7 p.m. Friday, workshops, activities for children and information schools.org/musicat April 27 stations. Free recycling moundsview Where: White Bear of household hazardous Unitarian Universalist waste and document Church, 328 Maple St., HALF MOON RISING: shredding on-site 8 a.m.Mahtomedi SONGWRITER Details: Grand Marais- 2 p.m. SHOWCASE based authors Amy and When: 7-10 p.m. Dave Freeman make Wednesday, April 18 & 25 PAINT YOUR PET a tour stop to bring Where: Ziggy’s, 132 When: 10:15-1:30 p.m. renewed awareness of Main St. S., Stillwater Saturday, April 28 the efforts to protect the Details: April 18 event Where: Keys Cafe Boundary Waters from features local songupper meeting room, proposed mines and writers Sarah Morris, 2208 4th St., White Bear support their criticallyLars Carlson, and Tony Lake acclaimed book “A Year Cuchetti will talk “inDetails: Create an in the Wilderness.” the-round” about their acrylic pet portrait Contact: savethe work and what draws inand help raise money boundary waters.org/ spiration for their music; for the Second Chance PedaltoDC Paul Mayasich will join Animal Rescue of White on lead guitar. April 25 Bear Lake. $35 includes event features Katy Versupplies and instruction TRASH TO by Cheerful Hearts non, Ross William Perry TREASURE DAY Studio. Registration and Nici Peper. When: All day Contact: facebook. required. Saturday, April 28

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GREATER TWIN CITIES YOUTH SYMPHONY CONCERTINO & PHILHARMONIC CONCERT

When: 4 p.m. Sunday, April 22 Where: St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Free and open to the public. Contact: gtcys.org

VALLEY CHAMBER CHORALE: ‘THE FABRIC OF WAR AND PEACE’

When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 28 Where: Trinity Lutheran Church, 115 4th St. N., Stillwater Details: The Missa in Angustiis, or Lord Nelson Mass by Franz Joseph Haydn anchors the performance. Tickets online or at the door, $27/ adults; $22/seniors; $17/ students. Contact: 651-430-0124 or valleychamberchorale. org

Ongoing THRIVE FAMILY SUPPORT MEETING

When: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays Where: White Bear Area Learning Center, 2449 Orchard Ln., room 101 Details: Support for those have a loved one affected by substance abuse. Get practical tools through interactive, faith-based topics. Contact: 763-244-0496

BABY & ME STORYTIME When: 9:45-10:15 a.m. Mondays Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 Second St. Details: Storytime for ages 6-23 months and a caregiver. Limited to 15.

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Saturdays, April 14 and April 28 Where: Stillwater KC Hall, 1910 Greeley St., Stillwater Details: Live interactive murder mystery dinner show presented by The Murder Mystery Company. Tickets $60 general admission. Details: 888-643-2583 or grimprov.com

STILLWATER NAPAC NATIVE LACROSSE EVENT

WHERE: Redeemer Lutheran

with a group of women of all ages from Washington, Ramsey and Anoka Counties. Free, and participants invited to bring a friend.

When: 2-4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 15 Where: Rutherford Elementary School, 115 Rutherford Road, Stillwater Details: Learn the history and skills of traditional Native American Lacrosse with John Hunter, Twin Cities Native Lacrosse League Director. Free. All ages. Contact: 651-3437924 or facebook.com/ StillwaterNAPAC

Church, 3770 Bellaire Ave., White Bear Lake

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BOOKS & BINGO

Let’s sing some Barbershop with Lake Country Chorus WHEN: 7-8 p.m.Tuesdays, April 17 & 24; and May 8, 15, & 22

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DETAILS: Learn to sing barbershop

Contact: 651-724-6007 or rclreads.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

FAMILY STORYTIME

When and Where: 10:30-11 a.m. Fridays at the White Bear Lake Library, 2150 Second St.; 10:30-11 a.m. Mondays at Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Stories, songs and ﬁngerplays to enhance early literacy skills for children ages 2-5. Contact: 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org; 651-4262042 or washcolib.org

NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY IMMIGRATION IN MINNESOTA

When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 11 Where: Stillwater Public Library, 224 Third St. N., Stillwater Details: Presentation covers the basics of the refugee journey, the different cultures and populations in Minnesota, and policies. Free; no registration required. Contact: 651-275-4338 or stillwaterlibrary.org

COMEDY SHOW

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 12 Where: Running Ace’s “Laugh Your Ace off Comedy Club,” 15201

Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Headliner Marc Yaffee, Co-sta of the “Pow Wow Comedy Jam” on the Showtime special, “Goin’ Native.” Co-featuring the night is Tom Baumgartner and Kate Anderson. Tickets $15 in advance; $20 day of show. Contact: 651-925-4600 or runaces.com

tasting, silent auction, rafﬂe. Contact: 651-464-3993 or www.wildlifescience center.org

COMMUNITY SHOWCASE

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 14 Where: Stillwater Area High School, 5701 Stillwater Blvd. N. Details: Free family WOODCOCKS AND WINE event connects local When: 7-9 p.m. Friday, businesses with the community. Live April 13 Where: Warner Nature entertainment, 100+ Center, 15375 Norell Ave. exhibitors, local food, big toy and vehicle display N., Marine on St. Croix and kids activities. Details: Enjoy a glass Contact: 651-439-4001 of wine while learning about the mating ritual of or greaterstillwater the American woodcock. chamber.com/ Go on a hike for a chance community-showcase to see the infamous timberdoodle twirl. Dress in MUNCHKIN MARKET light colors. When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $5/members; $7/nonSaturday, April 14; 9 a.m.members. Registration 2 p.m. Sunday, April 15 required. Ages 21+. Where: National Contact: 651-433-2427 Sports Center, Blaine ext 10 Details: Consignment sale featuring everything related to babies and 13TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF CULTURES children. Contact: www. When: 5:30-8 p.m. munchkinmarkets.com/ Friday, April 13 blaine-sports-center Where: Forest Lake Area High School, 6101 Scandia Trail N. SPRING CRAFT AND Details: Learn about VENDOR SHOW culture, diversity, equity When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and inclusion in the Saturday, April 14 and school district. Food Sunday, April 15 samples, music, games, Where: Hudson House crafts, storytelling, art Grand Hotel, 1616 Crest and more. Free and open View Dr., Hudson to the public. Details: Two levels Contact: 651-982-8350 of arts, crafts, gifts, or clatady@ﬂaschools. home and garden decor, org clothing, jewelry, health and beauty and more. WINE FOR THE WOLVES Nordic wafﬂes and other food; free coffee. When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Contact: rsg Friday, April 13 development.com Where: Vannelli’s by the Lake, Forest Lake Details: Fundraiser for OF SOUND MIND Wildlife Science Center AND DEAD BODY includes dinner, wineWhen: 7-9 p.m.

When: 1:30-3 p.m. Tuesday, April 17 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: $6/resident includes treats, prizes and bingo. Register by Feb. 12 Contact: 651-490-4750 or shoreviewcommunity center.com

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When: 10-11:15 a.m. Saturday, April 21 Where: Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Heather Holm, author and national speaker, will lead presentation about native pollinators and how to attract them to gardens. Call to register. Contact: 651-433-2427 ext 10

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When: 12:30-3 p.m. Saturday, April 21 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn about Wargo’s native gardens and bees and make earth art project, visit Earth Day Fair. Also, Earth Day clean-up 10 a.m.noon. Contact: 651-429-8007 or www.anokacounty parks.com

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When: Noon- 5 p.m. Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 Where: Chateau St. Croix Winery, 1998 Highway 87, St. Croix ‘SCREENAGERS’ When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Falls Details: Enjoy April 17 Where: Faith Lutheran complimentary food Church, 886 North Shore pairings with a wine tasting. Dr., Forest Lake Contact: www. Details: Free viewing chateaustcroix.com of the ﬁ lm that depicts family struggles over social media, video games BIRD WALK SERIES and academics, followed When: 8-10 a.m. by Q & A. Pizza served. Tuesday, April 24 Appropriate for parents Where: Rice Creek and children 10 and up; Chain of Lakes Park child care provided for Reserve Heritage Lab younger children. Reser- Site vations requested online. Details: Join an Contact: faithﬂ.org experienced birder on a walk to see and hear 20-60 species of birds. ALL ABOUT All birding abilities BOATING SAFETY welcome; binoculars When: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. provided. $5/person, Saturday, April 21 registration required. Where: Shoreview Contact: 763-324-3350 Community Center, 4580 or anokacountyparks. N. Victoria St. com Details: Boating class meets the requirements for watercraft operators STAR GAZING permit in Minnesota and WITH MIKE LYNCH Wisconsin. Taught by When: 7:45 -9:30 p.m. trained instructors from Monday, April 23 the U.S. Coast Guard Where: Stillwater Auxiliary. Ages 12+; Public Library, 224 Third youth half-price with reg- St. N. istered adult. $50/person. Contact: 651-490-4700 or shoreviewcommunity center.com

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When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 21 Where: Hugo Public Works Garage, 6900 137th St. N., Hugo Details: Satellite collections bring services offered at the Washington County Environmental Center closer to resi-

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When: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 Where: Bayport American Legion, 263 Third St. N. Details: Community conversation that explores the Vietnam War and its legacy, featuring four speakers with different experiences. Representatives from Veteran’s Services on hand to answer questions. Part of TPT’s ongoing “Minnesota Remembers Vietnam” initiative. Contact: mnvietnam. org

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When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 28 Where: Oneka Elementary School, 4888 Heritage Parkway, Hugo Details: Free family event sponsored by the Hugo Business Association and Hugo Economic Development Authority offers carnival games, prizes, face painting, crafts, bounce castle and more. Contact: www. hugobusinesses.com

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LOOKING BACK Week of April 8 – April 14 - 2018 Culled from the archives of the White Bear Press at the resource library of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society. 1918 The people of White Bear are certainly to be congratulated for the prompt and liberal way many of them responded to the call for reading matter to be sent to the boys in camp. In answer to the call from Camp Dodge we were enabled to ship to the boys, last Thursday afternoon, ﬁ ve boxes containing a total weight of 256 pounds of books and magazines… 1943 Mrs. Mayo Wetterberg, typing and shorthand teacher, has left for Galveston, Texas. Here she will join her husband who is a lieutenant in the anti-aircraft division of the coast artillery. Mrs. Wetterberg is replaced by Miss Clarice Wolan… 1968 The School Patrol Trophy was accepted by captains Keith Wickland and Carolyn Holtz of the Webster School. The annual award was made last week by Ofﬁcer Jim Lane of the White Bear Lake Police with Highway Department’s Keith Elliott and Webster teacher-patrol supervisor Judith L. Peterson witnessing the event….. Richard D. McEvoy, 17, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard W. McEvoy, 2050 Dotte Drive, a senior at Hill High School, caddied at the White Bear Yacht Club and was awarded a Chick Evans college scholarship to the University of Minnesota by the Minnesota Golf

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Association. Each scholarship covers tuition and housing and is renewal for four years. Its value is in excess of $3,500… 1993 Owners of the Applebaum’s IGA building in downtown White Bear Lake have received three inquires to buy the property. According to part-owner Ron Fish, the offers should be in the mail. Applebaum’s IGA had operated at the intersection

of Fourth Street and Cook Avenue for 10 years and closed its doors April 9. Looking Forward to the Past Upcoming Historical Society Events 1918: A Year in Stories Monday, April 23, 2018 6-7pm Ramsey County Library – White Bear Lake Branch, 2150 Second St., White Bear Lake From the Great War overseas to Inﬂuenza at home along with the rise of the Temperance Movement

and Women’s Suffrage, 1918 was a monumental year whose impact is still felt a century later. Join us for an overview of the year according to The White Bear Press. FREE event but donations are welcome. Presented by the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society in partnership with the Ramsey County Library-White Bear Lake. 651-407-5327, www.whitebearhistory. org, www.facebook.com/whitebearhistory

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1. Past Chair John Lupo, owner of Grandma’s Bakery, was presented a white bear statue for his service to the Area Chamber of Commerce April 5 at the organization’s inaugural. With him, from left, are co-chair Adam Hennen, co-chair Barb Sheldon and Tom Snell, executive director. — Shari Wilson 2. Citizens from the White Bear Lake area boarded a bus March 24 to attend the March for Our Lives at the state Capitol in St. Paul. The rally was meant to support students who want sensible gun reform. — Submitted 3. High school band teacher Mike Moeller (blue shirt) scrolls through a potential playlist for the Mahtomedi High School Jazz Combo prior to their performance at the April 4 Community Lunch. Over 65 community members enjoyed the selections with students performing on drums, base, sax, keyboard and clarinet. — Cathy Wyland

4. Bald Eagle ice boaters gathered for a spring photo March 30. From left, Trask Reed, Mike Bradley, Steve Ertle, Paul Chapin, Steve Wiberg, John Stasieluk, Mike Parenteau, Nick Guzzo, Tom Austin and Dale Deters. The Kansas boat is owned by Ertle, was built by Parenteau and Reed and is a Yankee Skeeter class iceboat. — Bill Reed, Commodore, BEIYC

5. Dylan Rolling (left) and Lily Esch enjoy the District Education Center tire swing during the April 2 snowfall. Time on the playground is just part of the day for students in Pam Thompson’s Mahtomedi Area Preschool class. — Jana Swanson 6. White Bear Center for the Arts volunteers gather in the Ford Family Gallery wearing shirts recognizing the ongoing 50th Anniversary of the organization. — Lori Swanson

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Senior caps hoops high-school career Mahtomedi Athena Award recipient BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Emma Grothaus of Mahtomedi capped off her high school basketball career by playing in the coaches association all-star games on Saturday. The 6-2 forward scored eight points, shooting 4-for-7, for the White squad, which beat the Blue squad 74-70 at Carlton College in Northfield. Each girl played half the game. She usually went head to head with Sydney Lodermeier, a Miss Basketball fi nalist from Goodhue. Grothaus was asked what she learned about herself, playing against the top seniors in the state. “I learned that I’m kind of average. Everybody here is really good,” Grothaus assessed. “It was a lot of fun. This is what I’ll be playing against in college.” Forty seniors were chosen and divided into 10-player rosters. In the other matchup, Stripes beat Stars 107-85. Grothaus, who averaged 22 points as a senior, will play for Lehigh University, a Division I team in Pennsylvania.

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Emma Grothaus of Mahtomedi got inside Sydney Lodermeier of Goodhue to score in the state all-star games Saturday at Carleton College.

WHITE BEAR LAKE COACH’S COMMENTS White Bear Golf, girls Coach — Sue Ryan Last year — section champions Captains — Isabella Hage (sr), Makena Pratt (jr) Other letter winners — Sydney MacDonald (sr) Fast facts — Hage was section medalist and all-conference in 2017 … other senior is Eva Sharon … roster of 15 includes 5 freshmen and 2 eighth-graders Coaches — Ryan, former St. Cloud State player, was co-head coach last year, and is sole head coach this year, with new assistant, Peg Kelly Coach says — “We are a very young team after graduating four ladies from the state tournament team in 2017 … Bella and Makena are great role models and mentors for the younger girls … We are so excited and fortunate to be able to practice every day at Dellwood and believe it will be a tremendous benefit for the girls …. We just need the snow to melt!”

Eve Farrell was named the 2018 Mahtomedi High School Athena Award recipient. The Athena Award recognizes the top senior female athlete from each school in the Twin Cities metro area. Eve participates in cross country, basketball, and track. She has been the captain in all three sports and lettered four times in cross country, four times in basketball, and five times in track. She has received Honorable Mention All Conference in all three sports and garnered All Conference recognition as a sophomore in track and as a senior in basketball. Eve plans to continue her education at Carleton College in the fall. Submitted

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Bear track teams among leaders in large indoor meet at UW-Stout White Bear Lake boys track placed second among 19 teams, while the Bear girls tied for fourth among 21 teams, in an indoor meet Friday at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. The Bear boys scored best in distance races and shot put. Ben Vanderbosch won the 1600 in 4:32 with Jace Bartz fourth (4:40) and Isaac Maruyama fifth (4:41). Max Nelson was second in the 3200 (10:12), Tryg Solberg fourth (10:22) and Logan Tantu seventh (10:37). Andrew Lohnen was second in shot put (47-5 1/2), Connor Thiesfeld fourth (44-3) and Mitchell Lands-

berger fifth (43-3). Also placing second were Mike Rohlinger in the 800 (2:03.47) and Conor McManamon in 60 meter hurdles (7.92). Kevin Boening took third in high jump (5-10) and fourth in triple jump (40-7 1/2). Andrew Wahl was seventh in the 400 (55.73). The 4x400 relay (Carter Ehlers, Aaron Wahl, Ben Misgen, Vanderbosch) .took third in 3:34.08. For the Bear girls, Kailee Tran, freshman, placed second in pole vault (9-6) and 10th in long jump (154). The 4x400 team (Yajaira Lansiquot, Jordan Gast, Erika Townley,

Claire Odmark) took second in 4:09.92. Placing third were Townley in 60M hurdles (8.46) and Madeline Wallace in high jump (5-0). Emily Brockberg took fourth in the 400 (1:03.5) and Madeline Verkerke sixth in the 800 (2:31). The River Falls boys won with 97, followed by the Bears (87.25) and Holmen a distant third (55). The Hudson girls won with 93, followed by River Falls (73), Prior Lake (58) and the Bears and Bloomer (each 36). Bruce Strand

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Man for all seasons: Zephyr a year-round spark BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Every season of the year, Timmy Lindquist lights up the scoreboard. “I do get to play the positions where you score,” acknowledged the Mahtomedi senior who’s played a big role in a string of successful Zephyr seasons. Lindquist, looking ahead to his final prep season, lacrosse, was the leading scorer last spring on a Zephyr team that placed fourth in the state. From the attack position, he logged 46 goals and 29 assists for the 16-3 team. The slender, agile 6-1 athlete was the football team’s deep threat at wide receiver, catching 38 passes from Brodi Larson for 631 yards and eight touchdowns, helping the Zephyrs post a 9-2 record and win their section. He was a two-way player, also manning the cornerback position. In basketball, Lindquist averaged 11.8 points and 3.9 assists, and was “fantastic leading the (fast) break,” coach Keith Newman said, as floor leader for a 21-8 that set a team record with 78.6 ppg. The Zephyrs have been a top-10 ranked team in each of his sports. Lindquist is particularly proud that the football and basketball teams were able to keep that going this year after graduating heavily. “In both football and basketball, people assumed we would not have much, because we lost so many good seniors, but we’ve had really good years in both,” Lindquist reflected. “We only had four starters back in football and none in basketball.” He was mainly a JV player last year as the gridders went 10-1 and the cagers 24-4. He saw some varsity action at safety in football while catching 10 TD passes on the JV team from

Larson. In basketball, he played for “the best JV team in the conference” so he was not surprised by their 21 wins this winter. “I loved being part of the team and learning from the bench last year, seeing how the seniors lead, and then being able to do the same for the younger kids this year,” Lindquist said. “Except in lacrosse, where I played all the time last year.” One regret his senior year was falling to Columbia Heights in the section finals, 70-62, for the second straight year, making basketball the only sport where his team didn’t reach state. “I was very disappointed. That was frustrating,” he lamented. “They upset us last year, and our goal this year was to reverse that and upset them. We put in an awful lot of work. We just didn’t shoot well enough.” The Zephyr lacrosse team, coached by Pete Moosbrugger, could be a force again. “We anticipate another great season and our goal will be the state championship, just like last year, when we got to the semifinals,” said Lindquist, a captain in lacrosse and basketball. “We will have great senior leadership, and we have a talented group in the class behind us.” Of course, it’s been frustrating so far, with winter persisting into the second week of April. The lacrosse players have been shoveling snow off the field every day, then adjourning to the classroom to talk about systems, and to the gym for 45 minutes of “playing catch with yourself against the wall.” Among his three high school sports, Lindquist gives lacrosse the edge as his favorite. He likes that lacrosse is faster-paced than football and “more physical than basketball.”

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Running the fast break for Mahtomedi’s 21-win basketball team was just one of Timmy Lindquist’s many tasks and skills.

Lindquist professes to two other abiding interests outside of sports. “I go on a mission trip once a year, through the Global Fingerprints organization,” Lindquist said. His group has gone to Panama and Kansas City and is planning a trip to Peru this year. The other is pottery, a class that becomes a favorite for many students no matter what their other interests are. “I’ve taken Pottery III three times now,” he said. There’s a current Best 100 show for high school students in St. Paul, and Lindquist had two entrants chosen, a vase and a tea set. The fourth of five children of Timothy and Suzanne Lindquist, he plans to attend Wheaton College, a faith-

based college in Illinois, following two older brothers and an older sister there. They also has a seventh-grade sister. While capable of playing for a small college in any of his sports, Lindquist plans to just play club lacrosse at Wheaton. Until this year, his summers have been chock full of sports activities — football weight-lifting, basketball camps, out-of-state lacrosse tournaments — but this summer that will change. His lone sport will be coaching a U14 lacrosse team. “It will seem weird not to have any of those things to go to,” he admits. “I’ll get a job, and get ready for college.”

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Mission remains to restore lake; proponents say legislation shortsighted BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

Members of the White Bear Lake Restoration Association (WBLRA) and the intervening Lake Homeowners Association (WBLHOA) wish area legislators would work to ﬁx the problem of a shrinking lake instead of going around it. Manitou Island resident Jim Markoe, WBLHOA president, was referring to recent bills in the House and Senate that would postpone Department of Natural Resources (DNR) enforcement of the district court order issued last August. Included in that order is a ban on residential irrigation and a 75-gallon cap on per capita water use within 5 miles of White Bear Lake. When the plaintiff in the lake level lawsuit, the WBLRA, sued the DNR ﬁve-plus years ago, they had no idea the case would drag on this long. With appeals pending, it’s far from over. Markoe and WBLRA members Greg McNeely and Brian McGoldrick sat down with the Press recently to discuss fallout from the court order. Markoe indicated they became aware some time ago that the city was contemplating legislation to work around the judge’s decision. “That was impetus for us to talk to several city managers with the idea that it was time to collaborate and solve the (lake) problem,” he said. The group involved in the lawsuit say evidence showing the close connection between groundwater pumping from the aquifer and lake level is irrefutable. “The science is well understood; the problem is undeniable,” Markoe said. “The sooner we start working on solving it, the further along we’ll be when the lake goes down again after a couple dry years.” By further along, he is referring to a full or partial switch to surface water by municipalities near the lake; something Markoe and the WBLRA have been promoting since the lawsuit began. A second component is augmentation. “Water from the river will serve both purposes,” noted Markoe. “Without augmentation, the lake will do exactly what it did in ‘08, ‘09 and 2010 after a couple dry years. Only it

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A small group of lake residents ﬁrst sounded the alarm on the health of White Bear Lake in 2012. This 2015 photo by Ramsey County beach includes leaders in that effort, Greg McNeely, left, Shannon Whitaker and Jim Markoe.

will keep getting worse, lower levels for longer periods of time.” The three men agreed that augmentation is the only way in the interim to get the lake above 924 feet, the level at which lawn watering will be allowed per the judge. “Irrigation is important to us,” Markoe said. “We all want nice shrubs and green grass; the point is if we keep going lower and lower, there are large areas of the lake that will become permanent land mass.” Markoe, who traces his local roots back ﬁve generations, spent much of his childhood on the lake, returning permanently in 1999. The same for McNeely, whose family also owned a home on the island. “We know the lake and there are trees in places that weren’t there before,” said McNeely. “That is unprecedented and it will continue. I’d guess we’ve lost 30 to 40 acres of lake from 2006 to 2016.” The lake advocates “know people are angry and frustrated about the judge’s ruling,” Markoe said. “Part of what came out of our meetings with city administrators was obvious frustration

and reports of complaints from residents. I know we disagree but we need to start working on the problem.” It was never their intention to create or enforce water policy, added McNeely. “That is not what the WBLRA is about. We are just trying to protect our natural resource.” When they ﬁled suit, did they think it would go this far? “I knew we were taking steps to call attention to a big problem,” McNeely replied. “I knew we would follow it through; not knowing how it would end. Mike Ciresi (the attorney who took the case pro bono) told us, ‘when you create change, you create conﬂict.’ I think we’re experiencing that.” Claims that the court order targeting municipalities with a 5-mile radius is arbitrary is not something to which the plaintiffs agree. “(Hydrologist) Stu Grubbs at EOR will tell you that not only is it not arbitrary, but there is a hydrogeological basis for the 5-mile radius,” Markoe said. “In his extensive nine-month study, he stated in court and the judge found it credible based on the evidence, that the hydrogeological

area of influence is 5 miles.” Mandatory planning for surface water conversion was a significant part of the court order and among the conditions added to DNR-issued appropriation permits. “Cities need to start working on a plan for a supplemental water supply,” emphasized Markoe. “Otherwise no one will get to water their lawn. It’s all the more reason why we have to get on the same page and figure a collaborative process to solve the problem. We don’t have the luxury of waiting 50 years. I truly believe that White Bear Lake will be dramatically diminished in my lifetime if we don’t resolve this issue. That is why we’re doing this.” The lake is the economic engine of the White Bear area, continued Markoe. “If the city’s namesake continues to decline, it will have a tremendous economic impact. That is worrisome. The judge has said you can’t keep ignoring this.” The DNR, he added, has shown a marked lack of leadership in the whole process. They also find it frustrating that city leaders don’t seem to recognize the problem, Markoe said. “People still don’t get it. They say the lake is back; it’s just rain. At every level of leadership there is a certain degree of denial or misunderstanding that has pervaded the process the last five years. “We have a problem for which we know the solution,” stated Markoe. “Businesses and residents have to come together with leadership from the cities to get state funding for a regional solution.” Did the order surprise them? “What surprised me is that she granted all the things we asked for in our pleadings,” Markoe said. “The judge listened to the science, the testimony and wrote a 140-page tour de force decision that will change water policy in the state of Minnesota; if we don’t try to make an end run and go around it.” “We are going on year six,” McNeely pointed out. “It’s time to do something. What we have now is not working. When it gets dry again the lake will drop to a severe level and people will say, ‘oh, I guess they were right.’”

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP NOTES WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — At its April 2 meeting, the Town Board conducted the following business: • Supported House and Senate legislation related to temporarily prohibiting enforcement of certain water appropriation permit conditions enacted by the DNR. Among the conditions is a ban on residential irrigation when White Bear Lake water levels are below 924 feet. • Approved the 2018-19 contract with YMCA to provide a lifeguard for Bellaire Beach from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The town will pay the YMCA $20,000 annually in three payments on June 30, July 31 and Sept. 15. If the contract is renewed the next year, it will increase by 3 percent. • Awarded a bid to Keys Well Drilling Company

for $25,400 to rehabilitate Well No. 1 with funding from the water operating fund. • Approved a purchase of ﬁ re hydrant modernization kits from Ferguson Waterworks for $25,800 with funding from the water operating fund. • Awarded a bid to Minger Construction Companies Inc. for $112,800 to rehabilitate lift station No. 3 with funding from the sewer operating fund. This brings the total cost of the project to $521,600. The board also authorized preparation for plans and speciﬁcations for the rehabilitation of lift station No. 10 in an amount not exceed $38,900. Funding is from the sewer utility fund. • Scheduled April 16 for a public hearing on renewal of a special three-dog license at 5451

Normandy Court. • Approved use of Bellaire Beach for the Deb Stender Regatta for nonmotorized boats, canoes and kayaks, to be held Saturday, June 16, in conjunction with Manitou Days. The late White Bear resident was the director of Marketfest and Township Day. • Held a closed session to confer with town attorney Chad Lemmons on the DNR lake level lawsuit. Town Clerk Bill Short said the board authorized Lemmons to meet with the DNR and the city of White Bear Lake to discuss a possible appeal. Maggie Stanwood

MAHTOMEDI CITY COUNCIL NOTES MAHTOMEDI — The City Council conducted the following business at its April 3 meeting: • Passed a resolution expressing the city's commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with the goal of protecting future generations from the risks of climate destruction. In 2015, as part of the Paris Climate Accord, 195 countries, including the United States, reached an agreement recognizing the impact of climate change. In Mahtomedi, climate change could potentially impact tree habitat, open spaces, wetlands and lakes. • Approved annual gasoline station license renewals and liquor license renewals that include on/off sale, Sunday, intoxicating and 3.2 percent off-sale malt liquor.

All license renewals are contingent on city staff receiving the appropriate paperwork and certiﬁcates of insurance. Current liquor license holders in Mahtomedi include Dugout Bar, Flame Bar, Jethro's, the Lakeside Club, Liquor Barrel and Tacos Fresh Sports Cantina. Current gasoline ﬁ lling stations include Freedom Valu Center on Stillwater Road, Croix Convenience on Century Avenue and Mahtomedi Automotive Service on Mahtomedi Avenue. • Approved the forestry services contract with current City Forester Steve Schumacher and YTS Companies for three years at an amount not to exceed $22,400. The forester will carry out the tree disease program throughout the city in compliance with legal

requirements. Disease control services include inspection, marking and notification for oak wilt, Dutch elm disease and other diseased or dangerous tree conditions. • Approved the 2018 street sweeping contract with low bidder Allied Blacktop Co. in the amount of $81 per hour. The contractor is generally employed for five days in the spring and five days in the fall for citywide sweeping. In the past, the annual street sweeping bill has been approximately $15,000. • Approved the 2018 agreement with SL-SERCO for meter reading services. The company will provide quarterly on-site meter reading for the city using a utility-owned device

and another company-owned Sensus handheld reading device during the transition to the new BEACON reading system. • Authorized the fi re department to spend approximately $6,000 to replace cupboards, countertops and sinks for both lower-level units of the city-owned fi refighter housing units at 196 and 198 Hallam Ave. The fi re department will also install kitchen flooring and a new refrigerator in one of the units. The cost for the remodeling will come from the building repairs fund of the fi re department budget. The council next meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road. Loretta Harding

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Road improvements coming to Echo Lake, but not until 2019 BY LORETTA HARDING CONTRIBUTING WRITER

MAHTOMEDI — Residents in the southwest portion of the city: get ready for some serious roadwork — in 2019. At its April 3 meeting, the City Council unanimously approved a feasibility study for road improvements in the Echo Lake area during the summer of 2019, authorized the preparation of plans and specifications for the project, and called for a public improvement hearing at 7 p.m. May 15 at City Hall. Project bids is expected to be opened during the winter or early spring of 2019. Construction will likely begin during the summer of 2019. The number of streets involved will be substantial, affecting some 191 property owners. “We have a long list of roads to the west of Lincolntown Avenue and to the north of Long Lake Road,” said City Engineer John Sachi. The roadways slated for rehabilitation, storm sewer, water main and sanitary sewer improvements include Ashley Lane, Barrington Place, Berwick Lane, Berwick Place, Dunbar Knolls, Dunbar Way, Hillswick Place, Hillswick Terrace, Iverness Place, Kilbirnie Way, Prestwick Place, Prestwick Terrace and Windsor Lane. The roadways in Echo Lake were installed in the early 1990s, and no significant work has been done since, Sachi said. “There's been minor patching and that's it.” Some of the roads are in

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: 04/20/2007 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $201,362.89 MORTGAGOR(S): Robert J. Marut, a single person and Ronald A. Marut and Teresita Caparas Marut, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Beneficial Loan and Thrift Co. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 01/09/2008 as Document No. 2027765 in the Office of the County Registrar of Titles, Ramsey County, Minnesota The mortgage was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: LSF8 Master Participation Trust Assignment dated: 02/08/2017 Assignment recorded: 02/14/2018 Assignment recording information: T02608405 Trustee: U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF8 Master Participation Trust Trust dated: 07/10/2014 Certificate of Trust dated: 08/07/2017 Certificate of Trust recorded: 03/08/2018 Certificate of Trust recording information: T02609777 All in the records of the County Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota. TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 18-30-23-44-0071 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF RAMSEY AND STATE OF MINNESOTA, TO WIT: THE SOUTH 60 FEET OF THE NORTH 84 FEET OF THE WEST 300 FEET OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 30, RANGE 23, CONTAINING .41 OF AND ACRE, MORE OR LESS, IN RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA, ACCORDING TO THE GOVERNMENT SURVEY THEREOF. Torrens Certificate No. 261551 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 1887 Long Lake Rd, New Brighton, MN 55112 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey County LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Beneficial Loan and Thrift Co. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Caliber Home Loans, Inc. THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE: $366,739.25 AS OF 04/27/2018. 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: 05/30/2018 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, 25 W. 4th Street, Suite 150, St. 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 November 30, 2018, or the next business day if November 30, 2018 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: 04/09/2018 - 04/13/2018 U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF8 Master Participation Trust, by Caliber Home Loans, Inc., as its attorney in fact, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee The Sayer Law Group, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/

dire need of replacement now and other roads will be in the very near future, he said. “Kilbirnie is the worst street out there, and we think all of the roads will be like that in short order.” The project will also include storm sewer installation to eliminate localized flooding, an additional water main on the eastern end of Kilbirnie Way and upgraded trails as part of the citywide trail rating project over the next couple of years to study Mahtomedi's trails. “We have very few sidewalks in Mahtomedi, yet we still have to get across the road,” Councilman Steve Wolgamot noted. The estimated cost of the project is $2.4 million, which includes engineering, legal costs and overhead. The estimated prices for construction costs are based on actual bid tabulations from recent local projects of a similar scope, Sachi said in his memo to council. The city's portion of the cost will be funded from various enterprise funds and from upcoming bond sales. The property owners' portion of the project costs will be special assessments to residents who benefit from the improved roads at a rate of $2,700 per unit for single-family dwellings and duplexes. Payment can be spread out over 10 years. The assessment hearing will follow completion of the improvements in the fall of 2019. “Being new to council and seeing projects like this, they seem staggeringly expensive,” Wolgamot said. “That is, until I see all the properties in the improvement area.”

“It's a very compact neighborhood where you can get a bang for your buck,” Sachi said. “I don't think (residents in the project area) are aware at this point that we're considering improvements, though they may be aware their streets are falling apart,” he said. “Two summers from now is a long way out, so we have to keep (the project) before the public. That's a lot of people affected,” Councilman Richard Brainerd said. The city intends to keep Echo Lake residents informed with direct mailings and regular updates on the city's website. Sachi said that the reason work in Echo Lake won't begin until 2019 is that the city's construction calendar for 2018 has too much going on to add another project. In addition, the city would like to include the project as part of an upcoming bond sale of approximately $7 million to utilize favorable interest rates. “This puts us in place for two construction seasons,” he said. “We know what the rates are now, likely at 2.95 percent, but we don't know what rates will be a year from now.” Wolgamot added that a fi nancial expert once told him that if the current interest rate is lower than the likely rate of infl ation, you should borrow the money at that time and not in the future.

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 six times in the White Bear Press on April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 and 16, 2018.

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 six times in the White Bear Press on March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018.

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: 10/12/2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $262,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Demetrice Adkins, a single person MORTGAGEE: Bank of America, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 10/31/2006 as Document No. 1984250 in the Office of the County Register of Deeds, Ramsey County, Minnesota The mortgage was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee for PROF-2013-S3 REMIC Trust III Assignment dated: 04/01/2014 Assignment recorded: 06/03/2014 Assignment recording information: T02504946 Assignee: PROF-2013-S3 Legal Title Trust, by U.S. Bank National Association, as Legal Title Trustee Assignment dated: 08/16/2017 Assignment recorded: 08/24/2017 Assignment recording information: T02595121 All in the records of the County Register of Deeds in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota. TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 02.28.22.21.0073 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 10, Block 2, Clapp-Thomssen Battle Creek West, Ramsey County, Minnesota. Torrens Certificate No.557639 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 1957 Warbler Lane, Saint Paul, MN 55119 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Bank of America, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Fay Servicing THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE: $398,940.18 AS OF 03/20/2018. 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: 05/02/2018 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, 25 W. 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 November 2, 2018, or the next business day if November 2, 2018 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: 03/19/2018 - 03/23/2018 PROF-2013-S3 Legal Title Trust, by U.S. Bank National Association, as Legal Title Trustee, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee The Sayer Law Group, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/ Mortgage Assignee

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: 10/03/2002 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $117,799.65 MORTGAGOR(S): Debra K. Verdon, single MORTGAGEE: Beneficial Loan & Thrift Co. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 10/15/2002 as Doc # 1709328 in the office of the County Registrar of Titles, Ramsey County, Minnesota The mortgage was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF Master Participation Trust Assignment dated: 08/31/2016 Assignment recorded: 02/14/2017 Assignment recording information: Doc No. T02580774 All in the records of the County Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota. TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: R14.30.22.14.0078 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: THE EASTERLY 5 FEET OF LOT 10, LOT 11, IN BLOCK 26, ‘WHITE BEAR’. Torrens Certificate No. 517513 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 2153 - 7th Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Beneficial Loan & Thrift Co. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Caliber Home Loans, Inc. THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE: $145,963.18 AS OF 03/22/2018. 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: 05/02/2018 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 November 2, 2018, or the next business day if November 2, 2018 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: 03/12/2018 - 03/16/2018 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. Published six times in the White Bear Press on March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11 and 18, 2018.

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OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF AMENDED ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes, the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Small Workouts 2. The address of the principal place of business is or will be: 33 Hamline Ave. S, Suite 2 Saint Paul, MN 55105 3. The name and address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. (Only one signature is required by law.) Note: if the business owner is a corporation, you must list the legal corporate name and the legal Registered Office of the corporation. Sean Faris 33 Hamline Ave. S, Suite 2 Saint Paul, MN 55105 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name number 783198300022 filed with the Secretary of State on 9/17/2014 under the name Small Space Workouts. I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: February 16, 2018 Signed: Sean Faris, Owner Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 11 and 18, 2018.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Emah the Label 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 164 Montrose Pl. St. Paul, MN 55104 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Elizabeth Hottinger 164 Montrose Pl. St. Paul, MN 55104 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: March 25, 2018 Signed: Cheyenne Moseley Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 11 and 18, 2018.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Wild North Co. 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 2314 Ronald Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Lakeside Handmade LLC 2314 Ronald Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: February 27, 2018 Signed: Lauren Meyer Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 4 and 11, 2018.

CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS ORDINANCE NO. 726 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2018 FEE SCHEDULE The City Council of the City of Vadnais Heights does hereby ordain: WHEREAS, the City of Vadnais Heights annually adopts a Fee Schedule which establishes the fees and charges for service for the City’s regulatory functions. The presence of a Fee Schedule allows regulatory-type fees to be easily identified in one document, as opposed to being scattered throughout City Code. The fees for 2018 were adopted on January 16, 2018. This ordinance amends the Fee Schedule to add certain fees related to Small Wireless Facilities. I. Other Fee References. By enacting this ordinance, all fee amounts previously established and contained herein are hereby amended as submitted. II. Authority. The authority to enact the fees identified herein is established by City Code. III. Penalty. Failure to pay the fees identified herein is subject to penalties and interest as established by City Code. IV. Fee Schedule. The 2018 Amended Fee Schedule is shown in Attachment A. V. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and publication. VI. This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced from and after its passage and publication. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, this 3rd day of April, 2018. Bob Fletcher, Mayor ATTEST: Kevin P. Watson, City Administrator Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on April 11, 2018.

CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vadnais Heights City Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 800 East County Road E, to consider Conditional Use and Site Plan applications, submitted by Jamb Architects on behalf of Bear Rooﬁng and Exteriors, Inc., for the purpose of constructing a new 7650 sq. ft. ofﬁce/warehouse building on the subject property. The legal description of the property involved is as follows: The West 142 feet of the East 1095.2 feet of the North 333 feet of the North Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 30, Range 22, Ramsey County, Minnesota This parcel is located at 1208 County Road E, East, Vadnais Heights, Ramsey County, Minnesota. Anyone wishing to be heard in regard to this matter will be given an opportunity at this time. The application materials are available for public review at City Hall during normal business hours. Questions or comments should be directed to Nolan Wall, Planning/Community Development Director, at 651204-6027 or nolan.wall@cityvadnaisheights.com. FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS

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CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE HOLDS PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SWPPP The City of White Bear Lake will hold a public meeting to review the City’s Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) and receive public comments regarding the plan and its appropriateness at the regular City Council meeting on April 24, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the City Hall Council Chamber at 4701 Highway 61, White Bear Lake. The public meeting will consist of an overview of the City’s SWPPP and the activities completed in 2017. The meeting will include opportunity for public comment on the appropriateness of the Plan. Written and oral comments received before or during the meeting will be considered as the City prepares its Annual Report to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on its SWPPP. A copy of the City of White Bear Lake’s SWPPP may be reviewed at City Hall, or on the City’s website at www.whitebearlake.org. The City of White Bear Lake’s SWPPP was prepared to address the requirements of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit that may be reviewed at http://www.pca.state.mn.us/water/municipalstormwater-ms4 All persons who desire to be heard on this report will be given the opportunity at that meeting. Mark L. Burch, Public Works Director/City Engineer Published one time in the White Bear Press on April 11, 2018.

CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE NOTICE OF HEARING ON IMPROVEMENTS FOR STREET AND TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS ON: CENTERVILLE ROAD CITY PROJECT NO.: 18-16 To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that the White Bear Lake City Council will meet in the Council Chambers, 4701 Highway 61, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on April 24, 2018, to consider the making of an improvement pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 429.021 and 429.111. The improvements include street reconstruction with concrete curb and gutter, bituminous pavements, median improvements, storm sewer, sidewalk and trafﬁc signal improvements. The estimated total cost of the public improvements is $1,123,000.00. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is the abutting property beneﬁting from the improvement in the following project areas: City Project No. 18-16 - Centerville Road (County 96 to Stoddart Lane) Such persons who desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting. Mark L. Burch, P.E., Public Works Director/City Engineer Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 11 and 18, 2018.

CITY OF WILLERNIE IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING PROPERTY ASSESSMENTS THIS MAY AFFECT YOUR 2019 PROPERTY TAXES. Notice is hereby given that the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization for CITY OF WILLERNIE shall meet on APRIL 30TH, 5:30 TO 6:30 P.M., at WILLERNIE CITY HALL. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the Local Board before appealing to the County Board of Appeal and Equalization. Given under my hand this 6TH day of APRIL, 2018 Victoria R. Keating, Clerk of the CITY OF WILLERNIE Published one time in the White Bear Press on April 11, 2018.

NORTHEAST METRO INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 916 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids for Capitolview School pre-demolition asbestos and hazardous material remediation will be received by Intermediate School District 916 at Northeast Metro Intermediate School District 916, 2540 County Road F East, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 until 1:00 PM, April 20, 2018. Bids will be opened at that time. Bids received after this time will not be accepted. A MANDATORY bidwalk will be held at the site, 70 County Road B2, Little Canada, MN 55117 at 3:30PM, April 13, 2018. Meet on the North side of the building (near Door 3). Specifications will be handed out at the bidwalk. Specifications may be obtained earlier by calling Tom Roberts, Techtron Engineering, 612-801-0657. Bids shall be accompanied by Bid Security in the form of a certified check in an amount not less than 10% of the Base Bid naming as the Obligee Intermediate School District 916. Intermediate School District 916 reserves the right to waive informalities, irregularities, defect, errors or omissions in bids, or to reject all Bids or parts thereof. Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on April 4 and 11, 2018.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA PUBLIC NOTICE SOLICITATION OPPORTUNITIES Ramsey County releases solicitation opportunities on Onvia 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 Onvia DemandStar section of the Ramsey County Purchasing Webpage www. co.ramsey.mn.us/ba/procure.htm to access registration information. SOLICITATION: RFB-PUBW21454//KB OPENING DATE: 04/26/2018 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS A CONTRACTOR TO PERFORM ROUTING AND SEALING OF BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT CRACKS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL. SOLICITATION: RFB-PUBW21547/KB PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS S.P. 062-636-011 BID OPENING THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 Ramsey County will receive sealed bids for Bid PUBW-21547, CSAH 36 Warner Road Bride Rehabilitation, until 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 26, 2018 at the Ramsey County Finance Department, Procurement, Suite 4000, 121 7th Place East, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101. Immediately thereafter, all bids will be opened publicly and read aloud in Procurement, Suite 4000, 121 7th Place East, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101. Work includes bridge joints replacement, concrete surface repair, flood seal, crack seal and painting. The project consists of two plans, a road plan and bridge plan, the responsible low bidder will be based on cumulative costs together. Bidding documents, including the Bid Form, Drawings, and Specifications, will be available to be downloaded from Onvia DemandStar on our website at http://www.demandstar.com. A bid bond in the amount of 5% is required. Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations. All prospective Bidders/respondents are hereby cautioned not to contact any member of the Ramsey County Staff or officials other than the specified contact person in the Ramsey County Procurement Department in St. Paul. READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL PROVISIONS AS THEY AFFECT

APRIL 11, 2018 THIS/THESE PROJECT/PROJECTS The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award; in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal and Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance. If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate. The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors: “It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Statute, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.” “It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).” A minimum goal of 4.4% Good Faith Effort to be subcontracted to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. solicitation: RFB-PRMG16334-KR opening date: 5/3/2018 project description: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS TO ESTABLISH MULTIPLE MASTER CONTRACTS FOR VERTICAL TRANSPORTATION PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE TO BE PROVIDED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS FOR VARIOUS COUNTY FACILITIES. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: RAMSEY COUNTY METRO SQUARE BUILDING - CONFERENCE ROOM LL4, 121 7TH PLACE EAST, SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 55101. APRIL 19, 2018. 9:30am cst solicitation: RFB-PUBW21458-KB opening date: 5/3/2018 project description: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS TO ESTABLISH A CONTRACT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF BOTH SAW CUT AND PREFORMED RIGID PVC CONDUIT LOOP DETECTORS IN BOTH BITUMINOUS AND CONCRETE PAVEMENTS. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on April 11, 2018.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-18-294 Estate of Jane Elizabeth Hansen, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated January 5, 1988 (“Will”) has been filed with the Registrar.The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed William J. Hansen, whose address is 1140 Pleasant Circle, Arden Hills, MN 55112, 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. Dated April 3, 2018 Laura J. Stevens, Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Self-Represented Litigant: William J. Hansen 1140 Pleasant Circle Arden Hills, MN 55112 Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 11 and 18, 2018.

SUMMIT MINI STORAGE AUCTION 3716 SCHEUNEMAN RD., WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 (651) 429-1311 Auction Date: 4-30-18 5pm Tenant: Armondo Franco Unit Contents: Misc household goods Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 4 and 11, 2018.

WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 624 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The White Bear Lake Area Schools American Indian Parent Advisory Committee will be holding a public hearing on April 16, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. in room 206 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake. The purpose of this meeting is to determine the needs of the American Indian students for the Federal Title VI grant. All are welcome. Published two times in the White Bear Press on April 4 and 11, 2018.

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White Bear food shelf expands to Maplewood church BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

Wanted: Hungry stomachs from across the city to be filled. The White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf (WBAEFS) has expanded to Maplewood with a Mobile Market that offers fresh food for anyone in need — yes, anyone from anywhere. The partnership with Redeeming Love Church's Manna Pantry began after the food shelf noticed several seniors who frequented its weekly bonus day, which is open to anyone with a self-identified need. “After further investigation, we learned that they all lived in the same senior building in Maplewood and they were thrilled to find additional resources for healthy foods nearby,” said WBAEFS Executive Director Andrea Kish-Bailey. “This got us thinking ... how could we help bridge the gap for seniors and others struggling to put food on the table in our neighboring city?” WBAEFS researched food support

in Maplewood and located Redeeming Love Church near the women's homes. The church's Manna Pantry ministry offered nonperishable food during an open house 4 to 6 p.m. the fourth Monday of every month to anyone with a self-identified need. “This got us thinking again ... perhaps we could increase access to healthy food for seniors and others living right next door by working with Redeeming Love to provide fresh produce, milk and protein,” Kish-Bailey remembered. The church jumped at the opportunity to expand its pantry to a market in partnership with the food shelf. The first WBAEFS Mobile Market – Manna Pantry partnership was held last month. Regulars of the Manna Pantry loved receiving fresh food, said Janelle Gunderson, Manna Pantry coordinator. Gunderson also revamped the pantry into more of a shopping format. Previously, attendees received a prepackaged bag of nonperishable foods.

Now, shoppers in need receive two grocery bags that they can fill with a certain number of items of their choosing. The church still provides the nonperishable foods and WBAEFS brings in fresh foods such as produce, meat, milk, eggs and bread. The church upped its volunteers for the open house food shelf in anticipation of more attendees. Twenty-two households came, Gunderson said. “We hope to grow,” she added. “New people came that had never heard of it.” She hopes more people who need food will continue to come. The purpose of the food shelf she has overseen at the church for three years is to be available to meet people's needs, she noted. “A huge thank you to Janelle and volunteers from Redeeming Love for making this happen,” Kish-Bailey said. “We are thrilled to partner to provide healthy items for families struggling to put food on the table.” A WBAEFS volunteer at the market takes any remaining fresh food to the food shelf in White Bear Lake for regular distribution.

The Manna Pantry is open to anyone in need from 4 to 6 p.m. the fourth Monday of every month. The next market will be April 23. In May and December, the market is held the third Monday of the month due to holidays. The church is located at 2425 White Bear Ave., Maplewood. The market is held at door four, in the back of the church. For more information, visit redeeminglovechurch.com, email manna@redeeminglovechurch.com or call 651-777-5200. The WBAEFS also holds Mobile Markets open to residents of certain senior buildings in White Bear Lake (Washington Square, Willow Wood and Pioneer Manor) and at school events throughout the year. The food shelf has regular business hours for anyone in need in the White Bear Lake Area School District and takes appointments for anyone in need outside the school district on Bonus Saturdays, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit whitebearfoodshelf.org, email info@whitebearfoodshelf.org or call 651-407-5310.

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Redeeming Love Church’s Manna Pantry recently partnered with the White Bear Lake Area Emergency Food Shelf to launch a Mobile Market offering fresh foods. On March 26, church volunteers Janelle and Nora Gunderson, Pete Welle, Rick Beresford and Rebekah Welle prepared to distribute milk, eggs, bread, apples, oranges, onions, carrots, turkey pepperoni and a variety of dry goods.

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Construction workers lay new tile at the White Bear Lake VFW. The bar was also moved and new equipment installed in preparation for the April 16 grand re-opening.

Construction complete, VFW to celebrate

Keep Zimmer VFW Post 1782 in White Bear Lake is holding a grand reopening from 4 to 8 p.m. April 16 to celebrate its remodeled restaurant and bar. Post spokesman Rick Gwynn said the club spent about $300,000 sprucing up the interior over the last six weeks. Besides the reconfigured bar and new equipment behind it, crews from RMB Builders LLC repainted, installed a new floor and moved the cooler for beer kegs to the basement. The menu has also been expanded. Gwynn said the Post would like to thank Bill Foussard of the White Bear Country Inn for use of the portable bar used during construction. Watch for the Hamm's bear at the open house.

Grandma's Bakery kneading more bread

When St. Agnes bakery closed its doors in St. Paul last January, Grandma's Bakery owner John Lupo paid a visit to see what would happen with their equipment. “It was all in one place and a good deal for both parties,” he said. “They needed to vacate the building and I was able to move it to my Buerkle Road location.” The acquisition, all breadmaking equip-

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ment, triples his capacity to produce loaves, buns and baguettes from 35 different doughs. Among the nine bakers Lupo hired was a premier breadmaker from the St. Agnes store well known in the upper Midwest. “It's a big plus,” said Lupo, whose bread will be on the tables of “some of the nicest restaurants in the Twin Cities.” His bakery has provided mostly sweet goods in the past. Look for the new breads at Grandma's two White Bear Lake locations, Buerkle Road and downtown on Fourth Street.

Area bank supports Earth Month

During the month of April, Lake Area Bank is collecting plastic bags for proper recycling in support of Earth Month. The community is encouraged to drop off plastic bags at any of the bank’s locations including White Bear Lake, Forest Lake, Hugo and Stillwater. These bags will then be recycled and made into composite lumber. Additionally, while supplies last, the bank will also give away reusable shopping totes to help reduce the usage of plastic bags. This project reinforces the bank’s passion to “make a difference in people’s lives.”

Noted Shelley Ross, bank marketing director, “We are proud to play our part in recycling, reducing and reusing, and hope this effort encourages community members to consider alternative shopping habits that support our earth.”

Cerenity staff member wins award

Eight employees at Cerenity Care Center were nominated by their co-workers for the annual Sister Claudia award. All Benedictine Health Care facilities participate in the award. The winner attends an annual leadership convention held in Duluth in September. Nominees are people who live the mission of collaboration, hospitality, stewardship and respect.

Boutique turning 5 years old

Missy's Boutique in downtown White Bear Lake is turning 5. To celebrate, owner Paula Romero is holding a Customer Appreciation Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 28. There will be specials, giveaways, drawings and refreshments at the store, 2166 Third St. in the White Bear Mall.

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Booster Club. She has organized and helped run the East Ridge Summer Smash USTA Level 6 and 7 Junior Tournaments and has coordinated a 10U JTT team. She has organized and participated in a number of USTA Red, Orange, Green trainings and attended the USTA Community Tennis Workshop in 2011. Evan, Caleb and Luke are active tennis players, as well. Evan plays college tennis at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire after being a member of the varsity tennis team at East Ridge High School since eighth grade. Along with his father, Evan also coaches for ERAA and volunteers with the St. Paul Urban Tennis program. Evan and his grandfather traveled to Guatemala in the fall of 2012 to teach youth tennis. Along with his older brother and father, Caleb also helps coach the ERAA youth program and is ranked No. 9 in USTA Northern Boys 16s and #17 nationally with Tom in the Grandfather/Grandson rankings. The youngest Fridinger, Luke, is ranked 12th in Boys 14s. All three boys played on the East Ridge High School team that placed second at the Minnesota state tournament in 2017. "The USTA is proud to honor the Fridinger family for their dedication to the sport and their impact upon the tennis community," said Craig Morris, USTA Chief Executive, Community Tennis. "The Fridingers exemplify the best parts of the sport and their efforts continue to help the growth of tennis."

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coach with the East Ridge Athletic Association. Ellen is a recreational tennis player and supports her husband, son and grandchildren both on and off the courts. Steve and Beth helped start the East Ridge Athletic Association (ERAA) Youth Program and Community Tennis Association in Woodbury in 2010, where Steve was the Director of Instruction. He volunteers his time with the East Ridge High School team and has also coached winter Junior Team Tennis. Steve plays USTA League tennis

A family of tennis players, Tom, Ellen, Steve, Beth, Evan, Caleb and Luke Fridinger, of White Bear Lake, received the Ralph W. Westcott USTA National Family of the Year Award. The Fridingers were recognized for their outstanding contribution to grow tennis at the local level at the USTA Annual Meeting and Conference last month at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, Calif. The Family of the Year Award, created by the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) in 1965, is given annually to a family that volunteers its time to promote amateur tennis, emphasizing the theme that tennis is a family game. The Fridingers, who were the USTA Northern Family of the Year in 2014, became the sixth USTA Northern family to receive the National award. The Fridingers are a multi-generational family, all passionate about tennis. Tom and Ellen, of White Bear Lake, passed on their love of the game to their son Steve, his wife Beth and their three sons, Evan, Caleb and Luke. Tom has played tennis for more than 60 years and played at the College of William & Mary. In USTA Northern adult tournaments, he was ranked No. 1 in 70s doubles and No. 2 in 70s singles, and has qualiﬁ ed for USTA League Nationals 15 times in 35 years. Tom was inducted into the USTA Northern Hall of Fame in 2009, and won a bronze medal at the 2015 National Senior Games in 75-79 doubles. Tom worked at 3M for over 40 years and claims 15 U.S. patents. He started the 3M Tennis League, growing it from 50 to over 300 people in only ﬁve years. Tom also serves on the board of directors for St. Paul Urban Tennis and is a volunteer

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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.

“MIDNIGHT SUN” (PG-13) [SOME TEEN PARTYING AND SENSUALITY.] — A touching, heartbreaking, well-acted, well-paced, 91-minute story based on the motion picture screenplay “Taiyô no uta” by Kenji Bando in which a 17-year-old, beautiful, guitar-playing singer (Bella Thorne), who lives with her caring, widowed father (Rob Riggle) outside of Seattle, suffers from Xeroderma pigmentosum, a disease that does not allow her to be in the sunlight, and falls in love with a handsome student (Patrick Schwarzenegger) who has been her childhood crush since watching him go past her window for years.

“PAUL, APOSTLE OF CHRIST” (PG-13) [SOME VIOLENT CONTENT AND DISTURBING IMAGES.] — After disciple and preacher Paul (James Faulkner) is thrown into the Mamertine Prison controlled by a Roman soldier (Olivier Martinez) who has a very ill daughter in Rome in 67 A.D. in this engaging, well-acted, violent, star-studded (Joanne Whalley, John Lynch and Noah Huntley), 107-minute Biblical story, evangelist and physician Luke (Jim Caviezel) enters the prison to document his Christian teachings before he is beheaded on Nero’s orders because the emperor feels the Christian is a threat to Rome.

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I’ve gone into hiding. People I meet are generally sick of this late winter weather we’re experiencing. With high temperatures normally reserved for the average lows this time of year has many folks hungry just for average high temperatures. For the ﬁrst week and a few days of April we are an incredible 19º colder than normal! Yeah, it’s been unusually cold. We have a chance to break the all-time Twin City record for coldest April ever which is 35.8º set back in 1874. Records were made to be broken. Lets do it!

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“READY PLAYER ONE” (PG-13) [SEQUENCES OF SCI-FI ACTION VIOLENCE, BLOODY IMAGES, SOME SUGGESTIVE MATERIAL, NUDITY AND LANGUAGE.] — After the eccentric creator (Mark Rylance) of a virtual reality videogame called “The Oasis” dies and sets a highly prized contest in motion where the winner will inherit millions of dollars and control of the Oasis world in this creative, action-packed, entertaining, fast-paced, 3-D, star-dotted (Simon Pegg. T. J. Miller, McKenna Grace, Letitia Wright, Clare Higgins and Ralph Ineson), 140-minute, Steven Spielberg futuristic sci-fi film filled with terrific special effects and whimsical dialogue, a savvy player (Tye Sheridan) and his alter ego avatar in Columbus, Ohio, in 2045 is joined by other players (Olivia Cooke, Lena Waithe, Win Morisaki and Philip Zhao) to stop a greedy, power-hungry executive (Ben Mendelsohn) from winning the competition.

“FOXTROT” (R) [SOME SEXUAL CONTENT, INCLUDING GRAPHIC IMAGES, AND BRIEF DRUG USE.] [Subtitled] — Slow pacing detracts from Samuel Maoz’s unusual, intense, well-acted, somber, uneven, thought-provoking, 108-minute film that shows the roller coaster of grief that an Israeli couple (Lior Ashkenazi and Sarah Adler) and their daughter (Shira Haas) in Tel Aviv go through when regimented military officers tell them their son (Yonaton Shiray) has been killed at a remote border outpost in act 1; act 2 then shows the corporal working with three other soldiers at the rundown checkpoint in the desert, and unpredictable act 3 delves into the tragic conclusion six months later. WENDY SCHADEWALD The preceding p films were reviewed by Wendy Schadewal Scha dewal who has been a Twin Cities film critic Schadewald, sinc nce ce 1986. 198 19 98 To see more of her film reviews, log on since to www.shortredheadreelreviews.com ww ww to

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Positions available for direct care hourly employees and Program Supervisor/ Coordinator salaried positions. Direct Care shifts include both full-time, part-time, float pool, and weekend relief. Working a weekend relief position, you can earn over $500 per weekend. In addition, we are hiring at our Extended Day Program in White Bear Lake for full and part-time positions. Program hours vary according to need but typically 1:30 pm-6:00 pm. During the summer and non-school days, hours are longer and can vary from 7 am – 6 pm. Hours are perfect for teachers and students! Qualifications for all positions at Northeast Residence include a willingness to have fun, a valid driver’s license, and reliability. Please contact Human Resources at 651-765-0217 to schedule an interview or visit www.nerinc.org to apply.

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