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by a good year at Baylor University; had NBA G League stints; played on several pro teams overseas; and is now headed to the Olympic Games.

The 2013 MHS graduate who was born in a refugee camp in Kenya is a member of the South

After years of uncertainty, there is still no clear path to the future of the Ramsey County Fair.

Talks that took place between Ramsey County Agricultural Society board members and Ramsey County Property Management Director Jean Krueger and Park Operations Director Kristopher Lencowski on July 11 failed to create a deal between both groups as to whether the fair will be held next year.

The recent talks come after society board members received a $25,000 estimate from Ramsey County Commissioners in 2022, which is to be paid in full for the fair to continue.

The fair has not been held since due to a lack of agreement between both parties over the estimate.

The last Ramsey County Fair occurred in 2019; due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was not held in 2020 or 2021.

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Nuni Omot, former Mahtomedi Zephyr born in a refugee camp, slams home two points for South Sudan against Serbia during the World Cup tournament in Manila, and is headed to Paris next.

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Numi Omot was working on his fledgling basketball skills the summer before his freshman year at Mahtomedi High School when he posed a question for Keith Newman, the varsity coach.

“He pointed over to the court where the varsity guys were playing and said, ‘How do I get over there?’” Newman recalls.

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‘Ode to my Umi’: Celebrating Black motherhood, ancestry and the revolutionary power of rest in art The newest exhibit in White Bear Center for the Arts’ Ford Family Gallery, “Ode to my Umi,” honors Black motherhood and ancestral wisdom. But the curator of the show, 20232024 Emerging Curators Institute Fellow Eshay Brantley, wants to make one thing clear: this exhibit is for everyone.

Directly influenced by the women in her family who have led each other through childbirth and hard times Eshay created “Ode to my Umi” as a place for Black people to rest. “Umi to me is an enlightened being, person, or woman who is continuously encouraging others and shedding light and wisdom on those around her,” Eshay says.

“Black women care, love and support everyone else, and hardly recognize the importance of doing it for themselves.” Being a young Black mother and oldest daughter of her generation before that, Eshay is familiar with the pressures and duties Black women feel towards others without an expectation to rest.

This mission translates to every artist and piece of artwork featured in the gallery. At the start of the curatorial process, Eshay broke the gallery up into three sections representing Mother, Grandmother, and Ancestor. Walking into the gallery, you step into the Grandmother section.

This is represented by

interdisciplinary folk artist Namir Fearce’s photographs of Eshay and her son, a baby mobile of hair combs and mirrors decorated with cowrie shells, and Namir’s experimental film, “my baby.” Grandmother represents the wisdom that comes with life lived. “She’s raised her own kids and faced things where she can guide Mother through and better connect to Ancestor,” Eshay said. Grandmother is also symbolic of the greater Black culture.

Grandmothers play a vital role in preserving cultural traditions and passing knowledge down to younger generations whether it’s through doing hair, cooking or storytelling.

The middle of the gallery space, the womb of it all, is Ancestor, made up of work from installation artist and designer Bayou Bay, and poetry from Donte Collins, the inaugural

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Into Nature Kick-Off White Bear Center for the Arts Saturday, July 27, 1-3 P.M. Come celebrate nature on WBCA’s beautiful

youth poet laureate of St. Paul. Anchored by the word ‘ancestor’ painted in purple on the right wall, and surrounded

by Bayou’s affirmation mirrors, the presence of Black heritage lives in the space. Personified in part

by Bayou’s “Grandmother Coat,” a white windbreaker covered in patches stands next to a poem dedicated to his mother. Reflected across the ‘ancestor’ wall is Donte Collins’ “Love Poem: Nocturn,” a sonnet in conversation with Annie Lee’s iconic portrait of a Black woman struggling to get out of bed on a Monday morning, “Blue Monday.”

“Donte’s poem and ‘Blue Monday’ really show us how rest is revolutionary,” Eshay said. “Rest is love and care, rest is a warm blanket in winter, rest is okra stew on an empty belly. Rest is so necessary but we ignore it.” The chairs and benches

in the space put that to practice for people to realize that rest doesn’t have to be the total surrender of sleep or lying down, but just being wherever your feet are.

Traveling further into the gallery, the back purple wall houses Precious Wallace’s “My Them” collection.

Precious is a self-taught graphic designer and one of the only female artists in the exhibit. “That was intentional,” Eshay said. In our patriarchal society, there are often expectations of women to cater to men. “I wanted to represent Black men who can also create a space for Black women and folks to be able to sit and just be.”

Precious’s work is representative of Mother.

Her vibrant pop-art prints take on this fierceness and boldness that is often required of Black women in the world. One piece in particular stands out to Ehsay. The piece “My Them” hangs on a standalone wall illustrating a woman facing forward with rows of

campus! Join us for the kick-off extravaganza to experience many ways to bring your creative self outside, including writing and movement.

There will be demos celebrating nature in which all are welcome to participate. Watch plein air painters do “quick paints” and make your own landscape drawing using pastels. Easels will be available for painting and drawing throughout the festivities (please bring your own art materials).

The OK Factor The Hanifl Performing Arts Center Lawn Sunday, Aug. 11, 1 P.M. Join us for a fun afternoon with the new-classical duo, The OK Factor. Tickets are pay-what-

women behind her. “This feels like my life,” she said.

“Oftentimes I can switch this woman out for any woman in my family and I know there is a row of women behind her.”

“Ode to my Umi” is largely made for Black women to find a safe space of rest, where nothing is expected from them, and to see themselves reflected in the work. “Ode to my Umi” still exists for everybody, because as Eshay sees it, everyone benefits from Umi. “Everyone benefits from her as a secretary, as a friend, as a nanny, as a house cleaner.

Black women have shaped a lot of things in American culture and a lot of the time, her praise goes unnoticed.”

There can be those who come into the gallery and say “This isn’t made for me.” Or ask, “Why was I excluded?” Or, it can be a place to say, “What can I learn here?” Ask yourselves, what does it feel to be amongst work that doesn’t center your identity? And though your identity isn’t being centered, how can you find yourself in it? The lesson is for everyone, step into the gallery and think of a Black woman you can pay homage to.”

“Ode to my Umi” is a partnership between Emerging Curators Institute and White Bear Center for the Arts. The exhibit is on display in WBCA’s Ford Family Gallery now through Aug. 2.

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s we look forward to the Olympic Games beginning next week, it’s fun to celebrate a couple of local athletes who are participating.

Nuni Omot is a Mahtomedi grad who is playing on the South Sudan basketball team. Lara Dallman-Weiss, a Shoreview native who honed her sailing skills on White Bear Lake, will participate in the Mixed 470 sailing competition.

Our family has sort of a special connection to Nuni. My wife’s maternal grandmother, Elizabeth “Betty” Brown, died on June 28 at the age of 105. Born in New Brunswick, Canada and spending most of her adult life in New York and Connecticut, she moved to a memory care facility in Oak Park Heights to be near my in-laws and our family in 2015. One of her favorite caregivers for the past nine years was Pillow, Nuni’s mother.

Publisher’s Though she wasn’t working on Betty’s floor in the days leading up View to her death, she stopped in every Carter Johnson day to provide hugs to Betty – whom she called “Mama Bear”- and to visit with various members of our family.

My in-laws got to know Pillow well over the years.

My father-in-law, Jim, a Mahtomedi basketball fan and sports nut in general, enjoyed getting regular updates from Pillow about Nuni and followed his career. As we were moving Betty’s things from her room he was talking to Pillow about her upcoming trip to Paris to watch Nuni at the Olympics. He pulled up a photo on his cell phone to show her.

The picture (below) is of my son, Kellen, then in 1st grade, at one of the Mahtomedi youth basketball camps where Nuni, then a high school player, was one of the coaches. It was a little emotional in that moment to see a picture of Pillow’s son and “Mama Bear” Betty’s great- grandson.

It’s a fun photo for a couple of other reasons. One is that I remember Kellen and his friends looking up to the older players who helped at the camps and thinking they were awesome. He still has a can of Sierra Mist from that era signed by Parker Fox, who plays for the Gophers. Now they will get to watch one of the older guys play in the Olympics.

The other fun thing is that Kellen, who is now a senior himself, has been helping coach young Mahtomedi players at the same basketball camp this summer.

Not many high school athletes make it to the Divsion I level in college, and securing a spot in the Olympics is extremely rare. Those who do are more gifted athletically than the majority of people, and also have the work ethic, determination, competitive spirit and mental fortitude that it takes. However, what I love most about youth sports is that while not all kids have the athletic ability to play at an elite level, when it comes to learning a work ethic, setting personal goals, being a good teammate, showing leadership and acting as a good role model, the playing field is equal for everyone.

Congratulations to our local Olympic athletes and to the family members, coaches and many others in the community who have supported them along their journey. We are cheering for you!

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Nuni Omot (left) and Kellen Johnson, with the ball circa 2013.

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laying in the sunshine, swimming, boating, enjoying fireworks and roaring bonfires!

In Minnesota, these are the memory makers for kids and families in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. These are also among the top activities that cause injuries in children and young adults. Burns are one of the most common injuries we see, especially during the summer months.

Fortunately, these injuries are preventable.

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Sunburns

Nearly every parent has been Kristi Trussell there: the kids have been out in the sun for hours and you realize, I forgot sunscreen! Sunburns happen fast and are not only painful and dangerous but can also set you up for future health concerns.

The summer sun is strong and can burn skin in just minutes, even on a cloudy day. Make sure you use a sunscreen that is SPF 30 or higher, broad spectrum and water resistant. You should use

1-2 ounces of sunscreen, enough to fill a shot glass, for your entire body, and don’t rush when applying to ensure you cover all exposed areas. You should apply the sunscreen to dry skin 15 minutes before initial exposure and then every two hours thereafter or after swimming or sweating. Ideally, parents should avoid exposing babies 6 months or younger to the sun.

It’s best to keep them in the shade and dressed in lightweight long sleeves and pants. If shade is not available, the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) recommends using sunscreen SPF 30 or higher and washing off as soon as your baby is indoors.

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According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), nearly 10,000 Americans suffer firework-related injuries every year and nearly half of those injured are children.

It is interesting to note that sparklers are the top firework offender and what many consider the most innocent. Bottle rockets are also a major cause of firework-related visits to the ER. The most common injuries from fireworks are eye damage,

burns to the body and face, poisoning from children ingesting materials, and hand and foot wounds.

Determine the severity of the burn when deciding if your child needs to be seen. Keep in mind that any burns on the child’s face, genitals, or major joints should be seen right away. Here are specifics on burn degrees: • Superficial or first-degree burns result in reddened skin without blisters. These types of burns can be treated at home.

• Partial thickness or seconddegree burns cause reddened skin with blisters. It’s best to have a doctor assess this type of burn.

• Full-thickness or third-degree burns are characterized by white or charred skin.

The area loses sensation to pain and touch. This type of burn often addition medical attention, care and treatment.

Make sure to cover the burn with a sterile dressing or clean washcloth or towel. Burns of this magnitude should be treated at an emergency room or burn center immediately.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Questions about Juneteenth

I read with interest the July 3 letter to the editor on celebrating Juneteenth. I am all for celebrating legitimate holidays based on history, but this is not one. I invite readers to search historical documents and decide for themselves.

In December 1862 Abraham Lincoln wrote the Emancipation Proclamation, an Executive Proclamation (Order), delivered on January 1, 1863 which freed slaves ONLY in those states at war with the Union, NOT all states, and which only applied if the Union won the war.

It was, perhaps, a stimulus for the 13th Amendment to the Constitution which Congress (of the Union) passed on January 31, 1865. The war then ended with Lee’s surrender on April 9, 1865.

Juneteenth occurred on June 19, 1865 when the Union Army informed 250,000 slaves at Galveston Bay, Texas, that they were “free.” Texas fought for the South in the Civil War; so, they had been “freed” by the Emancipation Proclamation two years before—IF the North won the war.

The 13th Amendment, however, was not ratified until December 6, 1865, the legal date for the freeing of all slaves.

So, the scope of the Emanciation Proclamation was limited and contingent upon the North’s victory. Juneteenth involved only a relatively small number of slaves in a small area. What then happened to all the other slaves? The others in the south were “freed” based on the same contingency two years before but weren’t really, just as no slave was truly free until December, 1895. Juneteenth is therefore interesting, but does it really deserve national recognition? I don’t think so based on history. December 6, 1865 does.

John McBride White Bear Township

Government spending corrupt

Kudos for Troy Kunze’s letter in the June 26 issue.

Everyone should be thankful for those who beat their heads against the wall of government. It’s a noble endeavor. Thank you.

Fighting the government is noble because our governments exist by stealing, which doesn’t build

times, for a fresh egg still in the shell than to smash it inside a newspaper delivery tube.

character. Every year we pay license fees and taxes which are extortion, to put it mildly. Of course, most of us wouldn’t mind taxes if the money were spent only on essentials like military, borders, roads, etc.

But that ship has not only sailed, it’s sunk. Spending irresponsibly and corruptly is the understandable result of living by theft. And look at how much they borrow, which is stealing from future generations.

These are minds that are sickened by the corruption exposed in General Flynn’s documentary. When you worship power, you cannot serve.

Take the federal Department of Education as one example of delusional spending. It never should have been formed. It is unconstitutional and corrupt. States are to run their own education programs without corrupt overlords.

I would like to believe that books like “Indoctrinating our Children to Death” by Alex Newman could push the Fed. Ed. out of existence.

But not much chance of that. And of course the Fed. Ed. Is an insect compared to Social Security and Medicare.

Sounds hopeless, and it should. Hopelessness is what comes from our government mandated religion of secular humanism. Experts say that experts are going to solve our problems. How’s that working out?

Sandy Waterman Vadnais Heights

Hooray for the hotdog

Hooray for the hotdog! I’m talking about the inflatable hotdog getting pulled around Bald Eagle Lake by a pontoon boat. We have been blessed to live on this beautiful lake for 10 years and summer is not complete until the hotdog appears on the lake.

It is so funny to watch all of the kids every year riding, jumping off and squealing with joy as they are tossed around. Thank you to the family who brings a smile to us as we watch and laugh from our deck.

Terri and Pete Narow White Bear Township

No A-boat race, again Once again, the wind did not cooperate for Monday evening’s (July 8) A-boat races. That makes it five weeks in a row the races have been cancelled due to no wind, thunderstorms or high gusts. Yacht Club fleet liaison Gene Altstatt said he’s glad regatta races will be held against Lake Minnetonka the first weekend in August to give the crews a longer season.

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I am not aware of being on bad terms with anyone.

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights:

Vadnais Heights

• A business in the 3200 block of Highway 61 June 10 reported that someone had used counterfeit money to purchase a laptop computer.

• A White Bear Township man reported that the vacant building he owns in the 3400 block of Centerville Road was broken into by vandals at 3:39 p.m. June 11, as part of an ongoing issue.

• The manager of a liquor store in the 100 block of Vadnais Blvd. reported that someone had thrown rocks through the building’s front door at 2:19 a.m.

June 13.

• A St. Paul man, 50, was arrested on an active domestic assault warrant at 8:21 a.m. June 13 in the 800 block of County Road E. • A St. Paul man reported that someone had broken into a storage unit in the 3200 block of Highway 61 at 11:29 a.m. June 14 and stole $1,500 worth of tools.

• A gas station in the 3200 block of Highway 61 reported a male for leaving the station without paying for $50 worth of merchandise at 2:03 p.m. June 14.

• A case of squatting was reported at 8:46 a.m. June 16 in the 300 block of Bankers Drive.

• Fourth-degree burglary was reported at 11:45 a.m. June 16 in the 200 block of Wildflower Court.

• A wallet was reported stolen at 11:47 a.m. June 17 while its owner was dining at a restaurant in the 1100 block of County Road E. • Deputies responded to the 1000 block of County Road D at 2:22 p.m. June 17 on an assault report.

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

Dellwood

• A Troon Court resident on June 13 reported the metal flag on his mailbox bent, such that it would no longer stay up. The complainant reported the stop sign at the end of his road also bent and turned around.

• A Dellwood Avenue resident on June 14 reported his new inflatable dock missing from the elevated land of his property, until his children found it zip tied to the boat dock. No witnesses or camera footage were available to clear up the mystery of how the inflatable dock got to the dock, seemingly by itself.

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• Mahtomedi High School in the 8000 block of 75th Street N. reported spray paint on the football stadium bleachers June 10.

• A son in the 10000 block of Lansing Avenue N. on June 11 reported that his mother was receiving scam phone calls and had sent checks to the fraudulent caller. Her bank account was closed immediately, and the checks did not clear.

• Deputies responded to the report of a male walking in the middle of the road near Jamaca Avenue N. and 110th Street N. in the rain at 11:45 p.m. June 12. The male told deputies he was trying to walk to New Richmond, Wis. Deputies were able

to give him a courtesy ride as far as the Oak Park Heights Holiday Inn. • Deputies answered another welfare check, this time on a shirtless male headed westbound on 75th Street N. at Manning Avenue N. at 8:46 a.m. June 14. The male, wearing only shorts and appearing to be in distress, said he was trying to walk from Stillwater to Minneapolis and had been walking since 4 a.m. The male was given a ride to the Fleet Farm on I-694 and Highway 36 to be spared more hours of walking.

Mahtomedi

• The operator of a motorized bicycle received an equipment citation through the mail after deputies observed the rider on Kindross Road at Stillwater Road at 6:50 p.m. June 10 without registration, headlight or brake light.

• A Dunbar Way resident reported vehicle tampering at 1:38 a.m. June 12, after the complainant saw the intruder flee on foot. Another Dunbar Way resident reported the vehicle in her attached garage rummaged through overnight June 11-12, which resulted in her garage door opener disappearing and a pile of trash appearing. A Hillswick Place resident reported unknown persons entering his attached garage overnight through an unlocked service door. The intruders rummaged through cabinets and threw items onto the floor. At 11:44 a.m. June 12, a Windsor Lane resident said she heard about the break-ins on the FaceBook neighborhood platform and checked

her surveillance cameras, only to find a video of a slender male in a high visibility vest fleeing from her back service door. No entry was made, and the complainant sent the video to deputies to investigate.

• The male passenger, 18, of a vehicle stopped for numerous traffic violations on Wildwood Road was arrested at 2:41 a.m. June 13 for carrying a loaded firearm in his waistband. During the traffic stop, deputies were overwhelmed by the marijuana odor coming from the vehicle, as well as loose marijuana in the center console. The five occupants of the vehicle were all under 21. The driver was cited for all the traffic violations.

Pine Springs

• A motorist of undisclosed identity was arrested for DWI in the 7000 block of 62nd Street at 9:02 p.m. June 15, after deputies observed him fail turn on his headlights after dark or signal a turn at a stop sign. During the traffic stop, the driver showed all the classic signs of intoxication and refused to exit the vehicle. Deputies had to pull the driver from the vehicle to take him to jail, where he refused to take the breath test.

Willernie

• A Paddington Road resident on June 12 reported the respondent of her Domestic Abuse No Contact Order for twice driving by her residence and laying on the horn of his car.

Both incidents were captured on surveillance camera.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Man with knife arrested after fleeing

Washington County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a report of a male threatening two victims at East Shore Place apartments, 805 Wildwood Road, Mahtomedi, at 9:17 p.m. July 13.

According to the incident report, as they arrived on scene deputies learned

the suspect, 40, address unknown, had an active arrest warrant out of Washington County. One of the victims told deputies the suspect was hiding alongside the building, and deputies checking the area then saw him running toward Chuck and Don's.

The man was holding a knife to his neck and refused to follow deputies commands. Several agencies assisted

with securing the perimeter of the area and the man was eventually taken into custody without issue. He was transported to Lakeview Hospital for evaluation, released and then taken to the Washington County Jail.

He was arrested for an outstanding warrant, gross misdemeanor domestic assault, and fleeing a police officer.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS • • Officers responded to a report of juveniles threatening and shooting airsoft guns at other juveniles in the 4100 block of Myrle Avenue July 3.

• A yellow SUV that was reported to run off the road and hit a street sign near Century Avenue and County Road E July 3 is likely the same vehicle that crashed a short time later at Century Avenue and County Road F. • Beggars standing on the median at White Bear Avenue and Interstate 694 July 3 were told the median was off limits and were advised as to other locations they could stand.

• Officers responded to a report of a person on Mina Court in Mahtomedi shooting squirrels with a bb gun into the backyard of an Oakridge Lane resident July 3.

• Officers responded to fireworks complaints July 4 in the area of Homewood Place and Bellaire Avenue, Georgia Lane, the 2000 block of Dotte Drive, the 4900 block of Division Avenue, Hillary Farm Lane, the 3400 block of Willow Court, the 3800 block of Prairie Road, the 1700 block of Elm Street, the intersection of Eugene Street and Bald Eagle Avenue, and the intersection of Van Dyke Street and Dorothy Avenue.

• Officers responded to a verbal argument in the 3500 block of Century Avenue N. July 4.

• A Maplewood man was cited for misdemeanor theft in the 900 block of Wildwood Road July 4.

• A traffic complaint was reported on Manitou Island July 4, and officers advised the vehicle owner.

• Officers responded to a disorderly person in the area of Fifth Street and Cook Avenue July 4.

• A man was arrested for domestic assault in the 1900 block of Eugene Street July 4.

• Officers responded to a report of a drunken, disorderly person in the 4800 block of Centerville Road July 5.

• A bicycle valued at $750 was stolen in the 4900 block of Lake Avenue July 5.

• A Wyoming woman was arrested for DWI near the 4100 block of Centerville Road July 6.

• An Oakdale man was arrested for DWI following a traffic stop near Buerkle Road and White Bear Avenue July 6.

• Officers responded to a fireworks complaint in the 2200 block of South Shore Blvd. July 6.

• Officers responded to a noise complaint in the 2100 block of Division Court July 7.

• Unleashed dogs were reported July 7 at the Lake Avenue Dog Beach.

• Theft from a vehicle was reported in the 2500 block of Oak Drive July 7.

• Theft was reported in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road July 7.

• A St. Paul man was arrested for DWI following a traffic stop near Interstate 694 and Highway 61 July 8.

• A White Bear Township man was arrested for DWI after fleeing the scene of an accident at Highway 96 and Centerville Road, and then crashing again nearby July 8.

• Officers responded to a disorderly group at a business in the 1900 block fo Buerkle Road July 8.

• A person who crashed a vehicle in the 3500 block of Century Avenue was also arrested for felony domestic assault that had occurred July 9.

• Cigarettes were stolen in the 1400 block of Highway 96 July 9.

• Officers assisted North St. Paul and St. Paul Police Departments in taking a suspect in an armed carjacking into custody following a pursuit that ended near Interstate 35E and Highway 36 July 9.

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

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Where: Tighe-Schmitz Park Details: Folk Revival performs classic

COMMUNITY ICE CREAM SOCIAL When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 18

Where; Washington County Historic Courthouse, corner of Pine and Third streets, Stillwater Details: Ice cream and root beer floats for purchase, live music, and vendors.

Proceeds benefit Historic Courthouse Restoration Fund. Will be canceled if it rains.

Contact: 651-430-8370 or co.washington.mn.us

folk, country and pop.

TOWN HALL TALK: HISTORY IN THE TREES WITH JIM LANE When: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 Where: White Bear Town Hall, Polar

Lakes Park, 1280 Hammond Rd. Details: Learn to read the stories of individual trees by understanding basic tree physiology and by analyzing tree ring data with Mahtomedi High School life science teacher Jim Lane. Free.

Contact: whitebearhistory.org

FRIDAYS WITH FIREFIGHTERS When: 10 a.m.-noon Friday, July 19 Where: South Fire Station, 2240

County Road E, White Bear Lake Details: Young children and parents can join the fire department for fun and safety education. Free.

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FOOD PROGRAM When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, July 20 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons,

of the community’s past. No advance registration required.

Contact: whitebearhistory.org

655 E. County Road F Details: Distribution of food to any family in need and considered low income. May register day of event.

Contact: 612-245-9259 or cityvadnaisheights.com/foodshelf

TURTLEMAN TRIATHLON When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, July 20 Where: Turtle Lake Park, 4979

LUNCH AND TABLE GAMES When: noon Wednesday, July 24 Where: Christ the Servant Lutheran

Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave. Details: Concert by Gentlemen Dreadnought playing blues, country and gospel. Rain or shine; pay-whatyou-want admission.

Contact: lakeshoreplayers.com

Church, 3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights Details: Bring a bag lunch and play table games with friends. Coffee provided.

Contact: 651-429-6595 or cslcvh.org

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 21 Where: Pizzeria Pezzo parking lot, 2143

RELAY FOR LIFE-WHITE BEAR LAKE When: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 26 Where: White Bear Lake Area High

Hodgson Rd., Shoreview Details: Longest running triathlon in Minnesota celebrates 40 years, and includes sprint and Olympic distances.

Contact: mmraces.com/turtleman-tri

4th St. , White Bear Lake Details: Hike on sidewalks and trails through Lions Park and around Birch Lake, apprix 5 miles.

Contact: stpaulhike.com

SUMMER LAWN CONCERT When: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 21

BIRCHWOOD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES When: 6-7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 21

White Bear Lake Area

White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church

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A Welcoming & Inclusive Faith Community

Worship: Sunday, 9am & 10:30am Wednesday, 6:30pm Daily prayer meetings and Spiritual Growth classes throughout the week. Call the church office for more information.

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(Just off Hwy 96 & Otter Lake Road)

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

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SUMMER WORSHIP May 26—Sept. 15 All are welcome!

Christ the Servant Lutheran Church 3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 www.cslcvh.org / 651-429-6595

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All Are Welcome!

Sunday 9:00 AM worship in person/on-line Adult Bible Study 8:00 AM

Masses: Saturday - 5:00 PM Livestream Sunday - 9:00 & 11:00 AM

redeeminglovechurch.com

1660 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake

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

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

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

Christ the King Lutheran Church

School North Campus Stadium, 5040 Bald Eagle Ave. Details: Family friendly activities including food trucks, entertainment, games, meaningful moments, and walk to celebrate cancer survivors and remember loved ones.

Contact: ascevents.org

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

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Lake, Stillwater, Lake Elmo, and Oakdale Details: Tour 7 gardens designed and maintained by Washington County Master Gardener volunteers, who are on site ot answer questions. Discount for advance tickets. Rain or shine.

Contact: 612-301-1210 or z.umn.edu/ WCMGTour

MYTHS & MARVELS FROM WHITE BEAR’S PAST When: 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, July 22 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: White Bear Lake Area Historical Society shares unusual stories

St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church 2175 1st Street, WBL 55110 | 651.429.5351

Sundays

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

10am Sundays In-Person & Online

stjohnwilderness.org

Please change our weeklyWorship directory adService to this at 10:00am Sunday version the week of May 22 This should remain through September 15Charleston Event Center THANK YOU! 4525 White Bear Pkwy WBL, MN 55110

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LEARN AND GROW WITH US GARDEN TOUR When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, July 20 Where: Seven gardens in White Bear

Church, Door G, 3920 Victoria St. N., Shoreview Details: The Lakeshore Quilt Guild celebrates their 16th anniversary.

Members will review their results of the Technique Challenge. Visitors welcome.

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Details: Live music with local rock singer-songwriter Mary Cutrufello performing original songs and American classics.

Contact: 651-777-2987

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N. McKnight Rd., White Bear Lake

LAKESHORE QUILTERS GUILD When: 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 Where: Shepherd of the Hills

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MUSIC @ MANITOU RIDGE When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 19 Where: Manitou Ridge Golf Course, 3200

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Saturday 5:30pm Shor e Sunday 8:00am | 9:45am Tr inity Lakeside Worship at Bellaire Beach

Daily Mass Tuesday, 6:00 pm, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 am Thursday, 9:00 am (Jun - Aug), 9:15 am (Sep - May) Weekend Masses Saturday, 4:30 pm.

Sunday, 9:00 am.

CATHOLIC CHURCH & SCHOOL Sunday, 11:00 am.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: www.stjudeofthelake.org Friday 7:45 - 8:45 am Saturdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm 651-426-3245 | 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi By appointment

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Sunday Worship Join us on Sunday:

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10:15 am in-person Worship Livestreaming on and Live-streaming on YouTube: YouTube:FPCWBL FPCWBL 794295

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

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LUTHERAN CHURCH

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

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Reconciliation: Wednesday 5:00-5:45 PM, Thursday 8:45-9:15 AM, Saturday 3:15-3:35 PM, Sunday 6:00-6:20 PM

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3878 Highland Avenue White Bear Lake • 651-429-5337 www.churchofstpiusx.org Masses: Sunday 9:30 AM & 6:30 PM, Monday, Thursday, & Friday, 8:00 AM, Wednesday 6:00 PM, Saturday 4:00 PM 794438

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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: Kindred 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 2562 Dianne St Saint Paul, MN 55109 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.

The Kindred Collective Inc. 2562 Dianne St Saint Paul, MN 55109 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: June 7, 2024 Signed: Melody Mejeh Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 10 and 17, 2024.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: White Bear Dance Center 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 2462 COUNTY ROAD F E SAINT PAUL 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.

Prestige Productions, LLC 2462 COUNTY ROAD F E SAINT PAUL 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: July 1, 2024 Signed: Katie Weidner, President Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 10 and 17, 2024.

WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA SCHOOLS ISD #624

ADVERTISEMENT FOR PROPOSALS The Board of Education, White Bear Lake Area Schools ISD #624, will receive sealed proposals on the following: GROUP HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS: MEDICAL INSURANCE PLANS UNTIL 12:00 P.M. ON AUGUST 7, 2024, AT WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA SCHOOLS ISD #624.

Copies of the Request for Proposal, existing labor management agreements, and existing contracts are available free of charge, at OneDigital, 10900 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 620, Minnetonka, MN 55305. Please contact Kelsey Wawro via e-mail at Kelsey.wawro@onedigital.com to request the proposal. Instructions on how to submit a response is contained in the RFP materials.

No Vendor may withdraw his/her proposal within thirty (30) days after date of opening proposals without the consent of the Board of Education.

White Bear Lake Area Schools ISD #624 reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive informalities in bidding of advertisement. White Bear Lake Area Schools ISD #624 reserves the right to select the proposal that best meets the needs of the White Bear Lake Area Schools ISD #624 pursuant to M.S. 471.6161.

White Bear Lake Area Schools ISD #624 4855 Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 17, 2024.

MICHALSKI LAND COMPANY, LLC

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF DISSOLUTION Michalski Land Company, LLC a Minnesota limited liability company (the “Company”), does hereby submit the following Notice to Creditors of Dissolution pursuant to Section 322C.0704, Subdivision 2 of the Minnesota Statutes: 1. The Company has dissolved and is in the process of winding down.

2. The Company filed with the secretary of state a Statement of Dissolution on June 28, 2024.

3. The address to which written claims against the Company must be sent is: Michalski Land Company, LLC c/o Insitu Law, PLC, Attention: Mark Hooley, Esq., 60 S. 6th St., Ste. 2800, Minneapolis, MN 55402.

4. The date by which an action to enforce a claim against the Company must be commenced is within five years after the publication of this notice, July 17, 2029. Any claim against the Company for which an action has not commenced by the deadline is barred.

5. All written claims must include the name of the claimant, the amount claimed, documentation in support of the claim, if any, and the contact information for the individual/entity who is to receive payment or to negotiate the claim.

Executed as of the 5th day of July, 2024.

MICHALSKI LAND COMPANY, LLC Gary Michalski, Manager Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 17, 2024.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Nautical Bowls 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 4717 Highway 61 N

White Bear Lake MN 55110 USA 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.

The Advocate, LLC 7967 Wedgewood Lane N Maple Grove MN 55369 USA 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: July 3, 2024 Signed: Bryant Bohlig Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 17 & 24, 2024

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF WRIGHT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DISTRICT COURT COURT FILE NO. 86-FA-23-2283 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

In the matter of: Victor Ayorinde Oga and on behalf of minor children, Petitioner Vs. Lorraine Denise Teele, Respondent To the respondent named above: An order has been issued directing you to appear at a remote hearing on July 29, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. and explain why the relief sought in the Petition for the Order of Protection should not be granted You may obtain a copy of the Petition and any order issued from the court from the Wright County Court Administrator’s Office. You may also obtain the Remote Hearing Instructions at the Wright County Court Administrations Office. 3700 Braddock Ave. NE, Buffalo, MN 55313 If you do not appear at the scheduled hearing, the Petitioner’s request may be granted as a default matter. Failure to appear will not be a defense to prosecution for violation of the Court’s Order.

BY THE COURT: /s/ Kristy Carlson, Court Administrator/Deputy Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 17, 2024.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110

MINUTES JUNE 10, 2024 Abbreviated Minutes-complete information available from the Superintendent’s office or online at www.isd624.org.

A meeting of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday, June 10, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 112 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. This meeting was open to the public and a recording is posted on the website. PROCEDURAL ITEMS 1) Chair Ellison called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2) Roll Call - Present: Newmaster, Streiff Oji, Arcand, Beloyed, Daniels, Ellison. Absent: Thompson. Ex-officio: Kazmierczak. 3) Pledge of Allegiance. 4) Daniels moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 5) Beloyed moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the consent agenda consisting of: a) Minutes for Board meetings on May 13, 2024, and May 20, 2024; b) Invoices based upon a random sample, all of which met the standards and guidelines as set by the School Board; c) Resolution regarding acceptance of gifts with thank you letters directed to the donors; d) Field trips; e) Resolution regarding personnel items. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. PUBLIC FORUM - Tim Klecker, Riley Gallagher, Helen Gallagher. INFORMATION ITEMS 1) Student Recognition - Students participating in state and national competitions and events in archery, boys and girls golf, and boys and girls track and field were recognized and congratulated. 2) Superintendent’s Report - Dr. Kazmierczak spoke about last week’s graduation ceremonies, and the upcoming event honoring our 2023-24 retirees. He also mentioned the district sponsored Marketfest night on June 27. He finished with information on free summer meals. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1) Overview of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Preliminary Budget - Tim Wald, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations and Andi Johnson, Director of Finance presented an overview of the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024-25. 2) First Reading of School Board Policies: a.

417, Chemical Use and Abuse; b. 506, Student Discipline; c. 507, Corporal Punishment and Prone Restraint; d. 512, School Sponsored Student Publications and Activities; e. 514, Bullying Prevention; f. 527, Student Use and Parking of Motor Vehicles; Patrols, Inspections and Searches; g. 534, School Meals; h. 606, Selection and Review of Instructional Texts and Materials; i.

704, Development and Maintenance of an Inventory of Fixed Assets and a Fixed Asset Accounting System; and j. 714, Fund Balances. The policies listed above will be on the July 8, 2024 or subsequent agenda for a second reading.

OPERATIONAL ITEMS 1) Beloyed moved and Daniels seconded to accept the action on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Preliminary Budget. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 2) Arcand moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the action on Workers Compensation Agreement for 2024-25 to Risk Administration Services in the amount of $511,590 effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried.

3) Arcand moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the action on Property and Liability Insurance for 2024-25 to Minnesota Insurance Scholastic Trust (MIST) in the amount of $752,114 effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 4) Daniels moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the Tentative Contract 2023-25 FY with Non-Affiliated and Administrative Employees. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 5) Arcand moved and Daniels seconded to approve the Tentative Contract 2023-25 FY with White Bear Lake Schools’ Cabinet Members. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 6) Streiff Oji moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the action on School District Population Adjustment. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 7) Arcand moved and Daniels seconded to approve the action on Resolution Establishing Dates for Filing Affidavits of Candidacy. Voice vote: Ayes, all.

Nays, none. Motion carried. 8) Beloyed moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the action on School Board policies a. 517, Student Recruiting; b.

518, DNR-DNI Orders; c. 519, Interviews of Students by Outside Agencies; d.

705, Investments. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. BOARD FORUM. ADJOURNMENT - Arcand moved and Daniels seconded to adjourn the meeting at 6:11 p.m. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried.

Submitted by: Scott Arcand, clerk.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 17, 2024.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 832 MAHTOMEDI, MN 55115

SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 10, 2024 A Special Meeting of the Board of Education of Mahtomedi Public Schools was held June 10, 2024, beginning at 8:00 AM.- CALL TO ORDER- Meet-

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ing was called to order by Chair Stacey Stout at 8:00 a.m. ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE- Present: Paul Donna; Lucy Payne; Jenny Peterson; Kelly Reagan; and Stacey Stout. Ryan Domin was absent. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA- Reagan motioned; Donna seconded; Approval of the Agenda. Carried 5-0. ACTION DISCUSSION– A.) Guiding Change Document for Facilities – Superintendent Barb Duffrin displayed the Guiding Change Document to the board to get a clear vision of the Facilities needs from the changes needed to the desired result. The desired results will go to the Administration team to come back with solutions. Ryan Domin joined the meeting at 8:01 a.m. The School Board wants to ensure we are not taking a Band-aid approach in fixing the buildings, meeting industry standards in our athletic improvements, along with meeting community expectations. The School Board also suggested that in the Fall 2025, there could be a two-part vote question where there is a possible vote on the Operating levy and the facilities upgrade. Suggestions also included looking into the Long-Term Facilities Maintenance plan and how that can help with improvements in the future. Ryan Domin left meeting at 9:17 a.m. Duffrin said she will take what the School Board mentioned and go back with Wold Architects and the administration team to work on a plan to discuss to the School Board in the next several weeks. ADJOURNMENT - Peterson motioned; Donna seconded; Adjournment. Carried 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:23 a.m. Submitted by Kelly Reagan, Clerk. A full version of the minutes are available at www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 17, 2024.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 832 MAHTOMEDI, MN 55115

MINUTES JUNE 20, 2024 A Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of Mahtomedi Public Schools was held June 20, 2024, beginning at 7:00 PM.- CALL TO ORDER- Meeting was called to order by Chair Stacey Stout at 7:01 p.m. ROLL CALL OF ATTENDANCE- Present: Paul Donna; Jenny Peterson; Kelly Reagan; and Stacey Stout. Ryan Domin and Lucy Payne were absent.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA- Peterson motioned; Reagan seconded. Paul Donna pulled Item 14H Approval of the 2024-2025 Resolution for Membership in the Minnesota State High School League to 10D for discussion and move 14I - Selection of Official School District Depositories: Associated Bank Corp, MN Trust, PMA Financial Network Inc., U. S. Bank of St. Paul, U. S. Bank of White Bear Lake, and designated depositories of the Minnesota School District Liquid Asset Fund to Action Item 11.E. fro discussion and approval. Carried 4-0.ACTION ITEMS – A.) Approval of Donations/Grants from December 2022 Totaling $143,133,31.

Reagan approved, Peterson seconded Approval of Donations/Grants for May 2024 totaling $143,133.31. Carried 4-0.B.) Approval of Long-Term Facilities Maintenance Plan 3 Minutes – June 20, 2024 Tim Erickson, Director of Business Services, asked the School Board to approve the Long-Term Facilities Maintenance plan. Peterson motioned, Donna seconded; Approval of LongTerm Facilities Maintenance Plan. Carried 4-0. C.) Approval of the 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget Tim Erickson, Director of Business Services, asked the School Board to approve the 2024 - 2025 Preliminary Budget. Erickson revised the requirements that the School Board must approve the budget by July 1. Revisions would be brought back in January or February 2025, where he would have the final state aid numbers, levy information, and updated salary and benefits from settled contracts and agreements. Donna motioned, Peterson seconded; Approval of the 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget. Carried 4-0 D.) Approval of the Resolution Establishing Dates for the Affidavits of Candidacy Superintendent Duffrin asked the School Board to approve the Resolution establishing the filing dates for the Affidavits of Candidacy for the School Board election on November 5, 2024. The filing dates will be July 20, 2024, to August 12, 2024. Peterson motioned; Donna seconded; Approval of the Resolution Establishing Dates for the Affidavits of Candidacy. Carried 4-0 E.) Approval of the Selection of Official School District Depositories: Associated Bank Corp, MN Trust, PMA Financial Network Inc., U. S. Bank of St. Paul, U. S. Bank of White Bear Lake, and designated depositories of the Minnesota School District Liquid Asset Fund School Board Treasurer Paul Donna pulled this action on the Consent Agenda regarding depository relations to ensure we have relations or options with community banks. Erickson explained that he had contacted Frandsen Bank and Trust regarding a program that would not require us to have collateral. Erickson also recommends that First Resource Bank be added to the District Depositories. The School Board voted on the addition. Donna motioned, Peterson seconded; Approval of the Approval of the Selection of Official School District Depositories: Associated Bank Corp, MN Trust, Frandsen Bank and Trust, First Resource Bank, PMA Financial Network Inc., U. S. Bank of St. Paul, U. S. Bank of White Bear Lake, and designated depositories of the Minnesota School District Liquid Asset Fund ADJOURNMENT -Reagan motioned, Peterson seconded, adjournment. Carried 4-0. Meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. A full version of the minutes are available at www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us.

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CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City of White Bear Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 4701 Highway 61, White Bear Lake, Minnesota on Monday, July 29, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m. to hear and make a recommendation to the City Council on the following requests: A. Case No. 24-9-Z & CUP: The applicant, Hardik Patel, is requesting an amendment to zoning code section 1303.160 to establish liquor stores as a permitted or conditional use in the B-5 Central Business district and a conditional use permit, per the amended code, to allow a liquor store at 2140 3rd Street.

B. Case No. 24-10-V: The applicant, Patrick Walsh, is requesting rear and front yard setback variances, per section 1303.060, subd.5.c, at 48XX Central Avenue to construct a new single family home on the vacant parcel.

C. Case No. 24-12-P: The applicant, White Bear Lake Area Schools, is requesting preliminary and final plat approvals, per sections 1401.020 and 1401.030, as part of the north campus expansion project at 4857 Bloom/5045 Division.

Unless continued by the Planning Commission, item A will be heard by the City Council on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 and Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Unless continued by the Planning Commission, items B and C will be heard by the City Council on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

Comments may be presented at the public hearing or filed with the Planning Department until 12:00 p.m. on the Thursday before the hearing in order to be included in the packets. Each response will be considered before the Planning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council. If there are questions concerning the application, please call the City’s Planning Department at (651) 429-8561. /s/ Caley Longendyke, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press: July 17, 2024.

WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY COUNCIL NOTES • The council approved a lease amendment with New Cingular Wireless. This amendment allows the latter company to update the city’s cellular equipment installed at the Century Avenue Monopole site.

The company had previously asked the city for permission to update the equipment at the site. Because the new equipment will replace the old ones at the same location, the city will not increase the company’s rent per the amendment’s rules. The amendment is currently the sixth one that has been made to the lease agreement.

• The council authorized extending the lease agreement with the White Bear Dance Center. The center’s current lease agreement runs until 2025.

However, the centers’ owners have asked the city to extend their lease until 2029. The center is asking for an extension in order to align with another private property lease they are entering into. Traditionally, the center has paid its full years’ rent in monthly payments from October to June to align with their operations.

• The council recognized Rick Johnston during their meeting.

Johnston has been a member of

the city’s Environmental Advisory Commission since 2018.

• The council officially adopted parking restrictions along the north side of Eighth Street from Bloom Avenue to Highway 61. Previously, the council approved a conditional use permit for the city’s North Campus expansion. One of the permit’s approval conditions requires the School District to complete roadway improvements to Division Avenue and Eighth Street. These improvements must be completed before the campus opening in the fall of this year. These improvements

include a sidewalk addition along the south side of Eighth Street from Bloom Avenue to Highway 61, and the establishment of an eastbound right turn lane at Highway 61. Because of the anticipated traffic increase, another condition of the permit approval includes building a parking lane on the south side of Eighth Street and establishing parking restrictions on the north side.

These improvements are nearing completion and will be done before the campus opening.

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Dan Kovacich, who heads one of White Bear Lake’s strongest athletic programs, was recently named to the Minnesota Cross County Coaches Hall of Fame.

The former Bear threesport athlete has coached the boys team for 17 seasons, with five section coach of the year honors. He will be inducted Aug. 5 at the state clinic, announced Peter Janiszeski, Hall of Fame coordinator.

“I am extremely honored to be inducted, especially having run for the program I am now coaching,” Kovacich said. “I still consider this program to be Don Glover’s, who I competed for. I am just managing it.”

Reflecting a strong Bear tradition in this sport, Kovacich is the sixth Bear coach to join the Hall of Fame, following Glover, Wayne Slocum, Joe Tarnie, Lyle Helke and Patti Percival.

The 1990 WBL graduate went to state all three seasons his senior year — with the cross country team that placed 11th, the track team that was true-team state runner-up, and the hockey team that placed fifth. At Minnesota State-Mankato,

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Dan Kovacich addressed his runners during the 2023 season.

he helped the cross country team reach Division II nationals three times, with a team fourth-place finish in 1993. In track, he ran the 5K, 10K and steeplechase.

Kovacich has taught physical education and health at his alma mater for 28 years. He’s also been an assistant in track since 2005, in charge of distance runners. “I have been really lucky, having great families and talented runners over the years,” he said.

Kovacich has taken 12 teams to the state meet, three of them as section champions and nine as section runnersup. Top state finishes were

fourth in 2017 and fifth in 2008. In the Suburban East Conference, which includes perennial state powers Stillwater and Mounds View, his teams have one title (2008), five second-place, and eight third-place, finishes.

Other highlights include the Griak Gold championship in 2019, three St. Olaf Showcase titles, and two Milaca Mega Meet titles and three secondplaces.

Fifty of Kovacich’s runners have been all-conference, 34 have gone to state, and nine have made all-state.

Percival, the Bears’ girls coach from 2007-20, assembled the above statistics and made

the nomination. She cited the Kovacich’s consistent high level of success “in one of the best conferences and sections in the state” and his passion for running. “He has created a team culture of hard work, dedication, toughness and a love for the sport,” she stated.

Kovacich praised his assistants, headed by Shawn Gritzmacher, who’s been on the staff since 2003 and was named state assistant of the year in 2017. “He’s the one that doesn’t miss details,” he said. Tony Walfoort and Doug Hicks, he said, had crucial roles in helping teams reach state. Dave Percival taught him about training science and athlete psychology. Gary Wilson, the former Gopher women’s coach who volunteered as a Bear assistant, taught him about “patience, coaching instincts, and alternate training workouts.” And boys track coach Tom Paulson “forced me out of my comfort zone” to improve his skills.

Percival was a big help.

“She was always willing to take my calls and talk about training, and give me ideas of different workouts that will help athletes,” said Kovacich.

He was elated to announce that Percival agreed to serve as his assistant this fall.

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Hjelle in first full season with Giants Sean Hjelle, San Francisco Giants pitcher from Mahtomedi, made his first appearance against his home CONTRIBUTED state team Sean Hjelle Saturday, during a 4-2 loss to the Twins in San Francisco. The 6-foot11 right-hander had a rough ninth inning, allowing three hits and a walk, but just one run. San Francisco won the other two games over the Twins. Hjelle, 27, has pitched in 32 games, with a 3-3 record and 4.24 earned-run-average in 46 2/3 innings, allowing seven walks and 48 hits, striking out 47. The Giants have a 47-50 record. This is Hjelle’s first full season with the Giants. The 2015 Mahtomedi graduate was drafted in 2018 after three seasons with the University of Kentucky.

He was up-and-down between the Giants and Triple-A Sacramento last season.

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NUNI OMOT: Zephyr alum adds to stellar resume Sudan team that’s one of the 12 qualifiers for the Olympic Games in Paris.

“I’m extremely excited and fortunate to be in this situation,” Omot said. “It’s been a long time coming and a very tough journey that’s all been well worth it.”

South Sudan is the youngest country in the world, formed in 2011, and its basketball team’s swift rise the last two years is attracting attention, including three pages in Sports Illustrated’s pre-Olympics edition this month.

Omot helped South Sudan qualify for the 2023 FIBA World Cup for the first time and the Bright Stars (their nickname) placed 17th with three wins, which was the highest of the African teams. Omot averaged 14.4 points in the tournament in Manila, Philippines.

That’s what qualified South Sudan for the Olympics, slated for July 27 through August 11.

“No one ever imagined or dreamed of (us) being in this position,” an emotional Omot commented to reporters after the World Cup. “No one would have ever imagined this a couple years ago … People don’t understand, we don’t have a single indoor court in our country … Now we have a chance to walk across the Olympic stage carrying our flag. It’s one of the greatest sports stories to come out in a long time.

I am blessed to be a part of it.”

In the game that clinched South Sudan’s qualification for the World Cup, Omot tallied 26 points in an 83-75 win over Senegal. In May, South Sudan won the

Basketball Africa League (BAL) championship with a 3-2 record.

Omot was tournament MVP, averaging 18.9 points and 3.9 rebounds.

South Sudan, long wracked by ethnic violence and civil war, became a country in 2011 when its citizens voted overwhelmingly to secede from Sudan. Their basketball federation was established in 2012.

Anunwa Omot (he’s always gone by his nickname, Nuni) was born in the Kenyan refugee camp after his family fled a civil war in their native Ethiopia. The first three years of his life were spent in the camp under difficult conditions. The family was able to move to Minnesota with the help of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services. His mother, Pillow, and siblings emigrated, but his father, Kwot, was denied passage due to a medical condition. Omot didn’t see his dad again for 21 years.

His older brother, Aba, served as a surrogate father. Aba told the Press that Nuni will have a rooting gallery in Paris consisting of himself, their mother, two aunts, cousins, and friends.

At Mahtomedi, Omot tried football and soccer before finding his niche in basketball. He was still on the junior varsity team as a junior but blossomed his senior year, averaging 18 points as a 6-foot-6 forward.

“Nuni just absolutely loved to play basketball,” Newman said.

“He eventually matured and his skills got well above where he started, because of his strong work ethic. I am so proud that he will play in the Olympics.”

Omot played one year at Concordia-St. Paul, then switched to a junior college power, Indian Hills in Iowa, to get Division I exposure. Having grown to 6-foot-9, he averaged 12.4 points and showed excellent shooting ability.

Baylor, a perennial Top 20 team in Texas, offered him a scholarship. He played two years for the Bears, averaging 9.9 points as a senior in 2017-18.

His length, agility and shooting accuracy, including three-pointers, have earned him several pro opportunities, including G League stints with affiliates of the Nets, Knicks and Magic of the NBA, and teams in Holland, Turkey, Germany, China, Puerto Rico, Egypt, France and Israel.

South Sudan is coached by Luol Deng, a Sudanese native who, like other team members, has a refugee background.

Deng arrived in the U.S. at age 14, played for Duke and had a 16-year NBA career with five teams. Deng is the big reason for South Sudan’s emergence, as he invested his own money and recruited players with Sudanese roots. To help coach he enlisted his New Jersey high school coach, Joe Mantegna, and a high school teammate, Harlem native Royal Ivey, also an NBA veteran.

And the new nation of South Sudan — slightly smaller than Texas, population just under 11 million — suddenly had a band of sports heroes to root for.

“The support has been unmatched. Nothing like it,” Omot said.

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According to Ricci, a cleaning person arrived through the back door around 6:04 a.m. and smelled smoke, but didn’t see any. He investigated the front of the building and saw smoke near the front door, though no flames were present.

As it turns out, the lack of flames could be due to a unique feature of the building. The structure was originally built in

to replace the charred stringers and trusses underneath. He said it also still smells like smoke.

Ricci said there hasn’t been confirmation as to what started the fire, but it is the opinion of fire officials that someone threw a cigarette butt in the mulch outside the front door, and fire worked its way into the wood underneath the building. “It may have been smoldering for 10 hours and no one noticed,” said Ricci. “It may have started while staff was there.”

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The bar was closed all day Friday and reopened at noon Saturday. However, Ricci said the entire footprint isn’t open for customers, as they need to jackhammer through the concrete

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• Intermediate District 916’s longterm facility maintenance (LTFM) revenue of $43,056 was also approved. “Member districts pay a proportionate share… based on student utilization,” Kazmierczak explained.

• Kazmierczak also brought approval of the 10-year LTFM update before the board. “The first two or three years are fairly well-detailed,” he reported. “Then a lot of placeholders beyond that, but this is a good budget.” The board approved.

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Board member Kent Harbison expressed disappointment and frustration over the cost. “This fee is unprecedented, unreasonable, and inconsistent with more than 100 years of historic practice,” Harbison said in a June 15 letter to Krueger.

Harbison further stated that the board was told only two months ago by Ramsey County commissioners that the reasons for stopping the fair were a lack of liability insurance, security, and similar issues. Harbison noted that the commissioners made no mention of what he described as ‘an event fee.’

“We want to see a brokendown list of what that $25,000 it’s going to go to,” said fellow board member Ken Giannini. “Paying this money upfront, or at least most of it, doesn’t make sense to me.”

Harbison noted that the fair has never been a private nonprofit or for-profit organization and should not be charged as one.

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New this year is a LEGO building contest and a pie baking contest. It is recommended to bring lawn chairs for the concert.

Catholic Mass will be celebrated prior to the festival at 9 a.m. or 11 a.m. at St. Mary of the Lake Church.

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There is no clear future in sight for the Ramsey County Fair after recent talks between fair board members and property/park directors broke down.

Krueger. “It was an estimate based on the prior year’s fair and use of staff, labor, and services.

Calling the amount a fee is not correct.” Krueger did not comment on Harbison’s claim that the board was only told of stopping the fair two months ago. “I cannot comment on what a commissioner may or may not have said,” said Krueger. “I was not there.”

Krueger also stated that while the statute gives the society control over the fairgrounds when the fair is held, it does not have control over the land outside of those dates. “That statute is only relative to land that the agricultural society would own,” said Krueger, noting that the land in question is still considered

Ramsey County property.

Krueger said the county would present a breakdown of the $25,000 estimate to the society by next week. Krueger further noted that the county was also considering revising or updating the estimate.

Giannini said the society is considering relocating the fair if future talks continue to break down. “We’ll continue to explore our options,” said Giannini.

“We’re going to look at other locations. At the same time, we’ll still try to negotiate with the Ramsey County commissioners.”

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to the last 17 lots or make it available to the… 31 lots.” Town Attorney Chad Lemmons summarized, “Under the memorandum of understanding, we adopted a map that shows what homes can hook up to the master system that North Oaks is going to maintain to provide water—and that water’s coming from us. So all that we’re doing is amending that map to include this new area… all the other terms stay the same.” Town Supervisor Chair Ed Prudhon was concerned about North Oaks properties not obeying the Township’s conversation rules.

“That Spring Hill property, they violate it all the time,” Prudhon said. “I go by at two in the afternoon, and their sprinklers are on.” Ruzek concurred. Prudhon mentioned the court-ordered limit of 7,590 gallons for the township. “That’s gonna hurt

our numbers.” Prudhon concluded.

Town Clerk Patrick Christopherson added, “When we ran a quick analysis of water usage last year…

City of North Oaks residents on our water are almost double… what it is township residents are using.”

Lemmons pointed out that the new JPA stated that the “city must follow the 7590. If they violate that… the JPA will terminate and so will the supply of water.” The amount of control put the board at ease; they approved a motion to study feasibility amounts for providing Houge’s complete request and agreed to at least provide water for fire protection.

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Opportunities are numerous in Mahtomedi Community Education’s youth enrichment programs.

Students learn and develop skills and passions they may not encounter in their usual school setting. From STEM to culinary arts, to arts & crafts, there is a class or camp for every student. Opportunities in July and August include drone building and battling, 3D printing, Minecraft camp and more for STEMinterested students. Those with a creative side may enjoy cupcake decorating, tie dye class or knitting camp. Youth enrichment classes also teach important life skills in classes like Red Cross Babysitter Training or College Application Bootcamp.

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CONGRATULATIONS to the 2024 Graduating Class of Mahtomedi High School and the Top Academic Achievers!

JACK ALLABEN

Attending the Georgia Institute of Technology to study business and engineering

ELLA DANIELS

I plan on majoring in nursing at Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota

FRANCES KASTLER

Attending the University of Minnesota

SAM RATHMANNER

I will be studying finance and playing tennis at the University of Richmond

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ADELE BODENSTEINER

Attending Rutgers university

i will be studying as a business fellow at Elon University in North Carolina

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SOPHIA DUWENHOEGGER

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KATHERINE LENGYEL

Majoring in computer science at Purdue University

Attending the University of North Dakota for commercial aviation and aviation management

Attending Florida State University

TERI SCHIFSKY

Attending Gustavus Adolphus to study accounting

Attending the University of Minnesota

OLIVIA SEE

Attending San Diego State University for political science on the pre-law track

CAROLINE BURGE

Attending University of Massachusetts–Amherst (Honors College)

PATRICK EGAN

Attending the University of Minnesota–Carlson School of Management

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Attending the University of Iowa

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Attending Miami University– Biomedical Engineering

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Attending St. Olaf College

ANNIKA MEYER

Attending Bethel University and majoring in Human Integrative Biology and Mathematics for pediatrics

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Attending Taylor University to study accounting or business

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I will be attending the University of Wisconsin–Madison and studying psychology on a premed track.

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Double major in computer science and communications at the University of Minnesota– Twin Cities.

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HANNAH JOHNSON

Attending Western Washington University

GRIFFIN MITCHELL

Majoring in biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin– Madison

I will attend the University of Minnesota to study global affairs and astrophysics

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Majoring in finance, investment and banking at the University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Attending Wake Forest University majoring in biology on a pre-med track minoring in Spanish and on the dance team

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Attending University of Minnesota Duluth

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Louis A. Hass Age 90, of White Bear Lake.

Preceded in death by brothers Dallas and Lloyd.

Survived by loving wife of 68 years, Bonnie; children Clayton, Vincent, and Vonda (Joseph) Schertz; grandchildren Braden Schertz and Brennen Schertz; siblings Shirley Puppe and Wayne. Memorial Service 11AM Saturday, July 27, 2024 at South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church, 2480 South Shore Blvd., White Bear Lake, with visitation one hour before Service. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Mahtomedi. Memorials preferred to Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch in Minot, ND or to South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church.

Arrangements with Honsa Family Funeral Home, 651-429-6172

Julia “Judy” Marie Jarsko

Age 101, on July 3, 2024, in White Bear Lake, MN. Preceded in death by husband Harry and daughter Jane. Survived by daughter Peggy; son-inlaw Paul; 6 grandchildren and their spouses; 16 great grandchildren; nieces; and cousins.

Interment was held in Grey Eagle, MN on July 8.

Celebration of Life will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024 at South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church, 2480 South Shore Blvd., White Bear Lake, MN with visitation from 10-11 a.m. Memorials may be directed to the Audubon Society or to South Shore Trinity Pre-school.

Arrangements with Honsa Family Funeral Home, 651-429-6172.

Kathleen A. Black (Dolan) “Kate” “Kathy” Age 77, of White Bear Lake,on July 13, 2024 of cancer. Born June 10, 1947 in St Paul as the first of 13 for Robert and Ellen Dolan. Resided in Vadnais Heights and attended St. John’s school, then White Bear Lake schools until graduating from Ramsey HS. She married Dave while he was in the US Marine Corps.

Survived by loving husband, David M. “Dave”; daughters Sheila Dominik and Jenny (William) Kurz; grandchildren Brian (Chelsea) and Zym Dominik; great grandson, 2-year-old Milo Dominik -who lit up her life; twelve siblings Colleen Knack, Aileen (Harley) Currier, Maureen (William) Gervais, Daniel (Sue) Dolan, Patrick (Judy) Dolan, Margaret (Graham) Boyd, Rose (Dave) Dufeck, Mary Milligan, Kevin (Diana) Dolan, Bridget (Harvey) Sobieck, Shawn (Sherry) Dolan, and Denise Dolan; stepmother Velda; brothers-in-law Robert, Tim (Peggy), and Phil (Diane); numerous nieces, nephews and their descendants. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m., Monday, July 22, 2024 at ST. MARY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake. Visitation 4-7 p.m., Sunday at HONSA FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 2460 East County Road E, White Bear Lake and one hour before Mass at Church. Interment 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 23 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Arrangements with Honsa Family Funeral Home, 651-429-6172.

Judith Eileen Crotteau Age 85, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2024 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Survived by her children, Brian (Sue) Crotteau, Sandra Crotteau Krizek (Kevin), Michael (Traci) Crotteau and 5 grandchildren. Celebration of Life will take place at Interstate State Park, July 19, 2024 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

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87, formerly of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 20, 2023, in Wayland, MA surrounded by family.

Born on March 19, 1936, Gerri was a passionate special education teacher, choral musician and volunteer who touched many lives. Her beautiful soprano voice could be heard in church choirs, performance choirs, and throughout her home. After retirement she dedicated 20+ years as a volunteer for ECHO in N. Ft. Myers, FL, an organization dedicated to relieving world hunger.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 39 years, Edward (Ed) Westlund, and is survived by two daughters, Bethany Westlund and Kirsten Westlund, and four grandchildren: Erin Cantor, Julia Cantor, Emily Cogen, and Theresa Cogen.

A service to celebrate her life will be held August 2, 2024, at 11 a.m. (visitation 10 a.m., luncheon 12 p.m.) at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake, MN.

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Age 91, of White Bear Lake, MN, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, July 8, 2024. Lew was married to his wife, Mary, for almost 65 years and has joined her in heaven.

Lew is survived by his four children: John (Jean), Mary Ann (Scott), Mark (Leah), and Colleen, fifteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Lew lived an active life and loved to spend time with his wife Mary, traveling with their friends, playing cards, tennis, fishing, biking, walking, singing, cross-country skiing, cabin time, puttering around the garden and fixing things (rolls of duct tape came in handy!)

Lew taught math for 30 years in White Bear Lake, MN and influenced many lives. Lew was a good neighbor and was always shoveling snow, baking bread and giving a helping hand to those in need.

He volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, Relay for Life, and Bear Boating to name a few. Lew was a member of St. Mary of the Lake for over 60 years, along with his wife Mary. His faith was a cornerstone of his life.

Lew’s funeral will be held Wednesday, July 24 at St. Mary of the Lake, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake, MN. Visitation is at 9:30 a.m.; the funeral at 11 a.m. Luncheon to follow in Kohler hall two blocks away (Frassati Catholic Academy). The burial will be at a later date at Ft. Snelling. Memorial’s are preferred to Relay for Life. http://main.acsevents.org/goto/lewtrumper.

Arrangements by Honsa Family Funeral Home.

The Airport reached 90º for the first time this year on Sunday, but I fell a little short in my quest to reach 90º over the weekend, though I’m not complaining. It was one of the more humid weekends we’ve experienced this summer. Dew points on Saturday were in the low 70’s and in the upper 60’s to 70º on Sunday. Heat Indexes on those days made it “feel like” mid 80’s on Saturday and mid 90’s on Sunday. Not terrible, but certainly if you were outdoors you quickly worked up a sweat. The good news is our little taste of tropical summer was short and we’re back into our cooler and more comfortable temperature weather pattern.

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Left us on June 29, 2024, of complications from early lung cancer treatment. He was 74 years old. Jim lived an extraordinarily rich life, had few regrets, loved, and was loved deeply.

Jim was a kind man with a generous heart, a gift with words, and a wit that entertained all. We will miss his radiant smile and twinkling blue eyes.

Jim was born on August 7, 1949, in Portage, WI, the second of Raymond and Doris Anderson’s two children. While growing up, his dad energetically fostered his lifelong passions for golf and the Green Bay Packers. Jim received his B.A. in Political Science (1972) and M.A. in Social Work (1980) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Jim spent his life making the world a better place for all of us in his sphere, personally and professionally. He was a powerful advocate for those without a voice: refugees, homeless, and vulnerable populations. His leadership, in partnership with many, gave hope and new beginnings to thousands transitioning to new lives—first by working with the International Rescue Committee in Thailand (1980-1991), then as a Political Asylum Officer (1991), and as a Refugee and Immigrant and Low-income and Homeless Human Services Planner in Ramsey County, Minnesota (1992-2016). He ended his career by serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer with Liz in Uganda (2018-2020). Jim enjoyed acting as a “Special Advisor” to Liz in her role as Peace Corps Country Director in Namibia.

While living in Thailand, Jim met the love of his life, Elizabeth Walker. Liz and Jim married in September of 1984 and had two boys, Paul and Nick. They raised their boys in White Bear Lake, MN. Until his passing, Jim was an avid golfer, hiker, and explorer. He devoured books and music, treasured his friends and family, and relished his last days living with Liz and hosting visitors in Namibia. Besides his boys, one of Jim’s proudest accomplishments was hiking all 2,197 miles of the Appalachian Trail at age 67.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Elizabeth Walker Anderson; sons, Paul Raymond Anderson (Connor Kasch) Nicholas Walker Anderson (Vera Markovna Swanson) and; sister, Susan Rae Sweeney; and many dear family, friends, and colleagues. Memorials are preferred to two of Jim’s favorite organizations: Appalachian Trail Conservancy and International Rescue Committee.

Please join us as we celebrate Jim’s remarkable life on July 26, 2024, 5-8 p.m. at Como Lakeside Pavilion (3rd floor), 1360 Lexington Parkway North, St. Paul, MN. “It’s not what we have in our life, but who we have in our life that counts.” – J.M. Laurence.

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V’s Barbershop is “bringing back handsome” at their new White Bear Lake location on Wildwood Road. The shop celebrated its grand opening July 11.

Owners Teresa and Matt Klein began renovating the space on the corner of Wildwood Road and E County Line Road in April. Since then they have received a steady stream of excitement from the community that the space, which has long been empty, will be filled again.

“It’s nice to hear that the community would love to see this corner kind of revived again,” Teresa said. “We want that too.”

V’s Barbershop offers a wide variety of services including men’s, kids and senior haircuts, facials and massages, beard and mustache trims and more.

V’s also sells a range of products, tools and apparel.

With over 60 U.S. locations, the V’s Barbershop franchise is dedicated to bringing back the traditional barbershop experience. “It’s really about giving that service to people that really makes them want to come back,” Teresa said. For example, each haircut includes a hot towel and neck massage.

The interior of the barbershop completes the nostalgic barbershop experience with refurbished antique chairs, checkered flooring and a barber pole.

V’s Barbershop is now open every day except Sundays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reservations for all services can be booked online at vbarbershop.com.

synthetic substance called resin mixed with mica powders to create designs as part of their work.

“You can pour into any mold,” said Jay. “After you let it sit and dry for about 24 hours, it becomes solid. It’s much more creative than just carving something out because you can use different colors and pigments. It’s a great way to create whatever you want.”

The two began designing resin charcuterie boards and coasters as gifts for family and friends. “My sister was the first one we gave a board to,” said Jason. “We also made her coasters for Christmas, which she loved. We felt our creations were just as much a piece of art as gifts.”

A simple visit to YouTube would change the nature of the duo’s hobby.

“I saw videos of people using polylactic acid to make 3D creations, and it sparked my interest,” said Jay. After sharing this with Jason, they practiced making carved-in designs using templates with their wood router. Jason then made a computer numerical control, a special device used to carve designs into wood.

Having previously owned one such printer, the duo used their P1S Bambu Labs printer control to start creating 3D prints.

Shortly after Christmas 2023, Jason and Jay decided to take their practice to the next level, and officially opened J and J Resin Creations online on

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Join us Friday, July 26, 2024 • 6:00pm at the New WBLAHS North Campus Relay For Life of White Bear Lake was started by our neighbors, Keith and Patty Warner. As their daughter neared the end of her battle with cancer, they made a pledge to her that they would work to create a world in which other families wouldn’t have to go through what they had - losing a child, and their granddaughter losing her mom at a very young age.

by a candle with the name of those we love written on the side. Please join us, donate a luminary for someone you love and invite a Cancer Survivor or anyone who has lost someone to Cancer to attend.

We will celebrate our 30th year in White Bear Lake this year. For the first time, neither Keith, who we lost to cancer in 2013 or Patty, who passed away earlier this year, will be with us in person. But we know their spirit and the love they’ve poured out to this community will be there in full force. Our Relay For Life pulls people from embraces those who have been the metro # 158383 all over Width: 11inchesto walk inInks: Black Artist: Jamie diagnosed and those who love honor or in memory of someone are excited to move they’ve lostWidth: to cancer.

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White Bear Lake stands strong in the fight to end cancer. With donations of money (and 10” or more of hair to Locks of Love who makes wigs for those undergoing treatment) – together we ARE making a difference.

Please join this army of purple warriors who gather to celebrate, remember and commit to ending cancer.

Please donate a luminary in honor or in memory of someone you love.

YOUR AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Relay For Life raises money for your American Cancer Society, including:

High School’s north campus will be our home this year. We will line the track with small white bags, luminaries, lit

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