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Moratorium tabled on sale of cannabis products

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER

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WHITE BEAR LAKE — More questions need to be answered before an ordinance is imposed on the sale of edible cannabis products.

City Council came to that conclusion and tabled a proposed interim ordinance that places a moratorium on the sale of certain THC products, which became legal July 1.

The moratorium gives staff time to research the products and decide if it’s something the city wants to control.

Minnesota’s new law allows THC products to be sold if certain requirements are met, including that there are not more than 5 mg of THC per dose and 50 mg per package. A purchaser must also be at least 21.

There is currently no state-level license required to sell THC products.

A moratorium will not stop consumers from buying out of state and having product shipped to White Bear Lake, said a co-owner of Nothing But Hemp, a downtown business that opened in 2019.

It will likely force him to close, Steven Brown told council.

Brown offered to partner with the city and educate staff and council about the 150 cannabinoids that come from the hemp plant.

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Representing one of the sure signs that summer is waning, members of the Mahtomedi High School football team work on a defensive line drill during their first late summer morning practice, in preparation for the start of the upcoming fall sports season.

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Lake drops to trigger point for irrigation ban

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER

WHITE BEAR LAKE — Under different circumstances, a residential irrigation ban would be in effect now that lake level has dropped below 923.5 feet.

Municipalities within a 5-mile radius of White Bear Lake that provide water to residences have been informed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) that lake levels have dropped below the elevation trigger established by court order.

The 2017 order is stayed, however, while municipalities wait for hearings

regarding water appropriation permits.

“Most, but not all, of these permit holders have requested a contested case hearing, so we are asking them to voluntarily abide by the ban,” said Randall Doneen, DNR section manager for conservation assistance and regulation. “For those permittees that did not request a contested case hearing, we are informing them of the need to implement the residential irrigation ban.”

When asked for a status update on the hearings, to be held before an administrative law judge, Doneen said the process is “going pretty slow.”

“The DNR and attorney general’s office are doing what we can to move this along,” Doneen said. “The District

Court recently clarified that the residential irrigation ban and per capita water use goals were only intended for public water suppliers. With that, some parties are attempting to settle and get removed from the contested case. No one has been removed yet. That has been the most activity as of late.”

The list of permit holders contesting changes to their water appropriation include Hugo, Lake Elmo, Lino Lakes, Mahtomedi, North St. Paul, Oakdale, Stillwater, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township.

When the city of White Bear Lake was asked to voluntarily implement the residential irrigation ban, City Manager Lindy Crawford directed staff to put

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The Adopt-A-Drain challenge tallied 464 adoptions as of Aug. 10. White Bear Lake Conservation District Director Scott Costello noted that the increase is “significant” from the starting point of 298 drains in March, but there is still a long way to go. The goal is to double the number of adopted drains by end of October.

“Progress seems to be slowing a bit, so we need a burst of adoption energy to cross the finish line,” he said.

Costello pointed out that Birchwood, with 16 known drains, has not increased the number of drains adopted. The city of White Bear Lake is in the lead toward doubling its number and leading in the raw number of newly adopted drains.

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Ski Otters earn top spots at regional tournament Local water skiing performance club Midwest Ski Otters took 5th place in the Midwest Regional Show Ski Tournament, held in Albert Lea. Competing teams have one hour to present a theatrical performance in competitive show skiing. Judges score acts by awarding points based on originality, presentation, and execution.

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AM PLEASED to learn of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline that is now nationwide.

988 is the three-digit phone number to connect directly to the lifeline for crisis care.

Too many people experience suicidal crisis or mental health related distress and need care and help. In 2020 alone, the U.S. had one death by suicide every 11 minutes. For people age 10-34 years, suicide is the leading cause of death.

This new network consists of more than 200 crisis centers that can help thousands of people overcome crisis situations every day.

They are supported by local and state sources as well as the Department of Health and Human Services.

Make a note of this number, 988, and have it readily available if your family needs it or you need to advise someone else.

WITH INTEREST RATES About the rising, in part due to slow inflation, I am wondering Town why banks aren’t increasing interest rates on savings Gene Johnson the accounts. Maybe it is because they don’t need the money.

Consumer savings is a very high number and the banks will continue to make money on our savings. You will have to search far and wide to find rates on savings above 1%.

I HAVE SEVERAL nephews in the automobile business in northwest Minnesota, eastern South Dakota and North Dakota. I called Todd, a GM dealer in Fertile, Minnesota, and asked how long it would take for arrival if I were to order a new car. He said eight to ten months. I asked, “Would you sell it to me at sticker price or is there an add on?” He said, “Well, Uncle Gene, since the first of the year we have had three raises to the sticker price, approximately $2,000 each time. We don’t add to the sticker price. It’s already built in.”

When asked about the book price on used cars, Todd said, “If the mileage is at 50,000 to 60,000 miles, they are selling at 20 to 30% higher.

USE OF LAKES in Minnesota and Wisconsin is changing. At one time, in the 1950-60s, water skiing was the most popular sport.

The next wave trending was surfboards, saucers, or a saucer with a chair or a five foot ladder. They were all challenges and sports providing enjoyment on the water.

More aspects of water sports were possible as the horsepower increased.

You see some water skiing on the lakes these days, but it doesn’t seem as prevalent.

We see more wake surfing, where the ski boat can take on water in its stern tanks and create a large wake for the surfer.

It’s not uncommon for some of the watercraft to sell for between $100,000 and $200,000.

The boats required for wake surfing also tend to be larger, safer, family friendly-boats.

Larger boats can create a bigger wake and the drivers should learn techniques to keep the surf side wave directed toward the center of the lake, along with keeping distance from other boaters. Time will tell if we need more regulations on the lake. Adhering to current laws and common sense should help keep all water sports enthusiasts enjoying the lake.

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new national survey by AAA shows that a quarter of consumers plan to go electric for their next vehicle purchase (a fully electric, not hybrid vehicle). The most common factor for those interested in buying an electric vehicle (77%) is a strong desire to save on fuel costs. However, AAA notes that there are still those who are hesitant to make the switch, due to lingering concerns relating to range, purchase price and availability of public charging options.

EV sales continue to steadily rise within the United States. In 2021 alone (through October), almost 450,000 EVs were Movers & sold – an 88% increase year over Shakers year. Despite AAA Car Guide rapid growth, EVs account for less than 1% of light vehicles (cars and trucks) in operation today. However, industry analysts forecast the share of EVs on the road will reach 15% by 2030, and 50% by 2050.

While fueling costs can vary greatly - depending on vehicle type, electricity costs and gas

prices – AAA determined the cost of charging an EV is 2-4 times less than fueling a gasoline-powered vehicle. When comparing two popular EV sedans against popular gasoline-powered vehicles, AAA found: • EV at Public Charger - You can expect to spend about 7 cents per mile (around $20 per full charge). However, costs at public chargers can vary by location and the type of charger you use.

In addition to fuel savings, electric vehicles cost less to maintain, because they don’t have spark plugs, need oil changes or air-filter replacements. However, upon the conclusion of a federally-mandated 100,000 mile vehicle warranty, EV owners may need to cover the cost of a new battery, which ranges in price from $2,500 to over $10,000.

While EV owners do 75% of their charging at home, there is a variety of public options. There are also different charging levels, which can impact the amount of time it takes to recharge your vehicle.

• Level 1 Charging provides 2-5 miles of range per hour (40 miles for 8 hours of charge), which is adequate for a typical U.S. driver who averages about 30 miles daily. Level 1 chargers can plug directly into a standard house-

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• Level 2 Charging can add 25 miles of range per 1 hour. EV owners commonly install this for home charging, because it can fully charge an EV overnight.

• DC Fast Charging equipment provides approximately 100 to 200+ miles of range per 30 minutes of charging. As of 2021, over 15% of public EVSE ports in the U.S. were direct-current fast chargers.

Even as more Americans lean into electric options, AAA found lingering consumer hesitation surrounding price, range, and accessibility to charging. The top EV concerns consumers cited were: • Higher purchase price – 60% • Worries there are not enough places to charge – 60% • Concern about running out of charge when driving – 58% • Unsuitable for long-distance travel – 55% • High cost of battery repair or replacement – 55% Unable to install a charging station where they live – 31% For those interested in learning more or needing help with selecting an electric vehicle, check out the AAA Car Guide at aaa.com/ carguide.

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We wanted to send you a letter commending our carrier for doing a terrific job delivering our White Bear Press. He left a handmade doorhanger alerting us to our subscription expiring. We did promptly renew, and it was such a sweet and personal gesture we wanted to share it with you.

Our carrier has been on time and delivers precisely where we like to see the paper. He even asked us where we wanted it so he could meet our expectations. We look forward to seeing him come up our driveway each week, and you need to know he is an asset to your delivery team.

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lake. What's more, the overhead bar from which the swings were hung was higher up than many of the newer models, so the chains were longer, which afforded one a much wider arc while swinging. As you pumped yourself higher and higher, it felt like you could catapult yourself clear across the lake. So I was sad when it was removed.

However, that was the first step in a series of renovations at the beach and the park across the street. We have watched as improvements and expansions were made to playground equipment at the park, and a new shelter was erected. On the beach side, impressive boulders have been added as a retaining wall, along with additional benches, a stone staircase and, most recently, the icing on the cake — a bright and delightful garden of perennial flowers.

Though I still miss the swings, the addition of this vibrant, colorful garden has wooed my heart. I know we will be coming by frequently to enjoy its cheerful splendor.

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Hostage-taking must not feed homegrown prejudice

Some short-sighted and mean folks are trying to diminish Brittney Griner’s right to be released from Russian custody.

They argue that because she once criticized American-style racism, that somehow she is not entitled now to the full benefits of American citizenship.

This is only a warmed-over version of the old canard from the Vietnam era: “America, love it or leave it.” But that has never been, nor should it be, the American way.

From the days of the Founders to John Lewis and the march in Selma, Americans have known that our strength is in our inalienable right to dissent—in our unending and enduring ability to seek peaceful change.

It is both our birthright and our heritage of freedom in a nation that protects not only its written ideals but the spoken conscience of its citizens. As President Lincoln said, it makes us “the last best hope on Earth” for freedom.

We should deny a former KGB Colonel any possible suggestion that Brittney Griner will be abandoned to his kangaroo court verdict and nine long years in a Russian gulag because of her prior stand on racial injustice in her native land.

Just think how gratifying it would be to President Putin to see America abandon the very bedrock principle that has allowed our democracy to thrive and endure: the right to dissent and disagree.

Putin himself brooks not a murmur of dissent or criticism in his own totalitarian regime.

In light of this, we must work to bring Ms. Griner home from Putin’s tyrannical imprisonment—in part because we as Americans not only tolerate dissent, but because we honor it.

We need to bring Brittney Griner back home again.

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Enjoy improvements at beach and park

I was disappointed several years ago when the swingset was removed at Optimist Beach along White Bear Lake. It was a fabulous location for swinging, with stunning views of the

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I’ve seen a number of “opinion pieces” submitted to this section of the paper criticizing voting records of Republican candidates … and I thought it was time give a perspective.

Voting on an issue is NOT about virtue signaling. The responsibility of our representatives is to take a holistic view of the issues and the proposed solutions. I know the environment and climate change are hot-button topics right now, but consider the following: Electric vehicles. Everyone’s pushing them as one of many solutions to the climate crisis. “If you don’t vote in line with that agenda, then you must be against it.” That kind of assertion is simply asinine and lacks deeper understanding of the issue.

On average, a gas-powered vehicle takes about 10 minutes to fill up at the pump—about six cars per pump per hour. Comparatively, the average battery-powered vehicle takes anywhere from 1 to 2 hours to charge.

To offset this impact, it would mean installing a minimum of six charging stations for every gas pump. A normal gas station with 12 pumps would therefore need anywhere from 72 to 144 charging stations to cycle through the same number of cars in the same amount of time, and doesn’t even begin to take into account that the drivers would have to wait for over an hour.

Imagine the impact on infrastructure: the rows of power lines along our highways converging on enormous power stations every threequarters of a mile. And what powers those charging stations? It’s not wind or solar, and nuclear seems to be no one’s favorite option.

These are the types of things a legislator has to consider when deciding if they are for or against a bill. This is the responsibility of their office. So, before anyone else considers writing smear pieces on certain candidates, I encourage you to ask yourself why your representative did or didn’t cast their vote. How many of them vote to try and score cheap political points on hot-button issues because it looks good on their record and buys your vote?

Come this November, it’s time to think.

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Willing to share research on carbon dioxide

I am offering this response to Patrick Kenny's letter to the editor, published on Aug. 10. Patrick brings to our attention a great question about the rise in carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere. Could it be caused by deforestation around the world? And, in comparison, what is the balance of carbon dioxide emissions from the burning of fossil fuels worldwide? I have also attempted to study this data.

There is not enough space in a letter to the editor to share the data here, but I would be glad to share my data with him, any time, at his convenience. I am a retired chemical engineer, and worked in the oleochemicals industry for 45 years and in the biofuels industry for the last 14 years of my career.

I would be glad to share the data with Mr. Kenny and anyone else who might be interested. Give me a call any time.

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PAID LETTER Advocate for reproductive rights

The overturning of Roe v. Wade has allowed politicians to make decisions for women about their bodies and futures. Susie Strom, who is running to represent District 36A in the Minnesota House, is the only candidate in the race who believes women should be able to make their own reproductive health care decisions without government interference. She will oppose extreme laws that would ban nearly all abortions such as those enacted by states like Texas and Oklahoma.

Republicans in the Minnesota House have made it clear where they stand, introducing a bill similar to the one that passed in Texas and publicly stating that they think a 10-year old girl who is the victim of rape should be forced to carry the resulting pregnancy to term. We need to elect representatives who value reproductive freedom and truly care about the health of Americans. Susie has promised to be a strong advocate for reproductive rights from her first day in office, and that is why I will be proud to cast my vote for her.

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PAID LETTER A good choice

Knowing the unsettled times we are living in, with the policies and failures coming out of Washington, D.C., and many local state offices, thank God we have Roger Chamberlain working for us.

Americans are struggling today with heavy gas prices, a depressed market and economy, a border bubbling over, and we are no longer safe in our own neighborhoods. More than ever, we need common-sense persons working real solutions who have a real conscience and concern for their fellow citizens. If only all legislators had these credentials, we would not be in the mess we are today. We must reelect Roger Chamberlain.

Gary Hukriede White Bear Lake

PAID LETTER Laud Legislature's ‘no deal’

I have noticed over the last few weeks the abundance of letters scorching Sen. Chamberlain's (alleged) single-handed scotching of public education's requested raise, which letters thereby seek to raise votes for a political competitor (‘tis the season).

The authors seem to be violating a rather generic campaign principle: advertise for your candidate, not the other. To me they were all elevating Sen. Chamberlain to the status of a Minnesota Manchin, one who could halt the agenda of a sitting governor and 200 other legislators. That's a powerful reason to vote for him, not against him, especially if someone were to have serious questions about any of the various aspects of public education.

Second, to have questions about public education's fiscal house is not in and of itself anti-education.

Bad parenting, questionable policy, incompetent teaching and streaming media drivel are far more powerful negative influences. Many are seeking alternative educational opportunities precisely because of some of these influences, not because of fiscal debates at the Capitol.

And lastly, I laud the Legislature for a "no deal" choice, rather than win/lose or lose/lose (to cite Stephen Covey). I think all Minnesotans prefer win/win.

And to quote another sage, "It ain't over ‘til it's over ..." They're still talking at the Capitol, which means, among other things, that the educational budget hasn't been finalized. Mr. Chamberlain may still come through (or the DFL may agree with him), in which case at least some stone-throwers may have some 'splainin' to do.

Jim Nash White Bear Lake

PAID LETTER Response to letter

In response to Patrick Kenny’s letter on Aug. 10, I have spoken with Heather Gustafson on environmental issues and she supports the law passed in 2021 that would accelerate tree planting in Minnesota and continue the work of Jason Isaacson, who was the author of the tree planting bill. Heather also supports and understands the climate work of institutions such as NASA, NOAA, EPA and the IPCC, which all agree that burning fossil fuels is the leading cause of carbon dioxide buildup in the atmosphere. If you would like to see how the impact of deforestation compares to the impact of burning fossil fuels, go to Drawdown.org and watch the Climate Solutions 101 (unit 3) video on carbon sources. It concludes that burning fossil fuels is responsible for about 75% of carbon emissions; the other 25% is from a combination of other greenhouse gases and removal of carbon sinks (deforestation). Thus, the most effective approach to slow and hopefully stop the warming of our atmosphere is to transition away from burning fossil fuels as quickly as possible.

Heather has received the endorsement of all the major environmental organizations in the state, unlike her opponent, Roger Chamberlain, who has consistently voted no on protecting Minnesota’s environment.

Steven Jorissen Vadnais Heights

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State reports record drug overdose deaths Minnesota public health officials reported a record number of overdose deaths in 2021, following an alarming pattern seen in many other states in recent years. According to a new report issued by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), most overdose deaths in 2021 were associated with fentanyl, a powerful drug that continues to become more common across the country.

The 1,286 overdose deaths reported to MDH last year represented a 22% increase from the 2020 total. On average, more than three people die every day from an overdose of any drug type. For the first time since 2014, there was a larger percentage increase in overdose deaths in Greater Minnesota (23%) than in the seven-county metropolitan area (20%).

“This increase in drug overdose deaths is alarming, but there are things we can do about it,” said Minnesota Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm.

“One important step is to expand programs that make it easier for people to access naloxone — a medication that can reverse overdoses and save lives.”

Preliminary data from 2021 showed a 35% increase in the total number of overdose deaths involving opioids since 2020 (an increase from 685 deaths in 2020 to 924 deaths in 2021). Drug overdoses from nonopioids also increased from 2020 to 2021, including a 34% increase in overdose deaths involving

methamphetamine (338 in 2020 to 454 in 2021) and 81% increase from overdose deaths involving cocaine (85 in 2020 to 154 in 2021).

Many of the opioid overdose deaths involved synthetic opioids, including fentanyl. These deaths increased from 560 in 2020 to 834 in 2021. Through analysis of death certificates, MDH found that fentanyl was involved in 90% of all deaths involving opioids. Fentanyl is a highly potent synthetic opioid. A dose as small as three grains of rice can be lethal. Fentanyl is becoming more common in illicit drugs, and is even laced in other drugs like cocaine or methamphetamine.

The rise in fentanyl circulating in communities could be a contributing factor in the increase in overdose deaths. Resources like fentanyl test strips can help prevent overdose and are available through community partners and local public health agencies.

The naloxone finder website on the Know the Dangers website (https:// knowthedangers.com/naloxone-finder) can help people locate naloxone, which can be picked up at any time and kept in case of an overdose.

TO view the full report, visit https:// www.health.state.mn.us/communities/ opioids/documents/prelim21overdosedeath.pdf.

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

Birchwood

• The first of 13 motorists was cited at 8:13 a.m. July 21 in the 700 block of Hall Avenue for violating the one-way ordinance. Ten additional motorists were cited before 11:49 that same morning at the same location for driving the wrong way along the oneway-only stretch of Hall Avenue. At its July 12 regular City Council meeting, the city of Birchwood passed a resolution to enter into a contract with the Washington County Sheriff's Office for directed patrol of wrong-way drivers on Hall Avenue.

Dellwood

• A catalytic converter theft was reported in progress at 4:37 a.m. July 18 on Tamarisk Road. When deputies arrived on scene, no suspects were on the premises and the catalytic converter was still partially attached. The owner had doorbell camera footage of the incident, and deputies gave him their business card with the case number to help with further investigation.

Grant

• A trailer was reported stolen July 20 from the 12000 block of Upper Heather Avenue N.

Mahtomedi

• A driver's license and credit card were reported stolen July 17 from Stillwater Road.

• An unidentified person was arrested July 17 on Stillwater Road for second-degree assault and for fleeing a peace officer.

• A Kenwood Street resident on July 19 reported a suspicious couple at her home the previous day offering services for roof repair, as a result of the May 19 storm. The complainant told deputies she'd given the unknown male and female her name and phone number. Deputies advised her not to give out any more information should they return — and to call deputies if they did return.

• A motorist was arrested for DWI at 2:47 a.m. July 20 on Long Lake Road after he was pulled over for speeding and exhibiting driving conduct that clearly indicated something wrong with his driving faculties.

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Fire at Lakeside Club

CONTRIBUTED

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Lakeside Club located at 10 Old Wildwood Road in Mahtomedi just after 4:30 p.m. on Aug.10 after receiving several 911 calls reporting flames near the club. Charges have been requested for the two juveniles who have been identified in connection to the incident. There were no injuries reported, and the investigation is ongoing and is considered open by Washington County. The Mahtomedi Fire Department and Minnesota State Fire Marshal are also investigating the incident. Due to the active nature of the investigation, no additional information can be released at this time.

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

Vadnais Heights

• An attempted catalytic converter theft July 17 in the 1100 block of County Road D was reported to have damaged multiple parts of a box truck and resulted in $5,000 worth of damage.

• A St. Paul woman, 38, was cited for shoplifting July 17 at the Walmart in the 800 block of County Road E after she was detained by loss prevention personnel for concealing items and passing all points of sale. She was also issued a trespass notice and released from the scene.

• A Maplewood woman 23, was arrested on two warrants July 18 at the Walmart after she was detained for shoplifting by store employees, who observed her concealing $61.23 worth of merchandise and leaving the store. She was also cited for misdemeanor theft before being booked at the law enforcement center on her warrants.

• An Eagan man, 26, was arrested at 2:09 a.m. July 19 at the Kwik Trip in the 3200 block of Highway 61 for fifth-degree drug possession. He was also cited for fifth-degree assault, following an incident at the Kwik Trip in which Ramsey County Sheriff's Office deputies observed two males physically fighting in the parking

lot. After ignoring deputies' commands to stop, the two were finally separated with the help of two White Bear Lake police officers and two additional deputies. On separation, the two combatants were determined to be unknown to each other prior to the altercation.

• A Vadnais Heights man, 72, was arrested July 19 in the area of Bibeau Court and Valento Circle for misdemeanor violating an order for protection (OFP).

• Northeast Metro 916 School District in the 3500 block of Willow Lake Blvd. reported criminal damage to property after employees discovered gas drained from the fuel tank of a transport van parked in the parking lot sometime between July 19-21. The tank will require replacement.

• A St. Paul woman, 33, was cited for misdemeanor theft July 21 at the Walmart after loss prevention personnel observed her under-ringing $326.09 of merchandise at the self-checkout and trying to leave the store.

• A White Bear Lake woman reported her wallet stolen July 21 from the Target store in the 900 block of County Road E after she left it on the counter inside the store.

Surveillance video footage shows a male in a Minnesota Vikings shirt, about 45, taking the wallet. The victim canceled and locked all her credit cards before any charges could be made.

• Tousley Motor Sports in the

1400 block of County Road E reported a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle stolen at 6 a.m.

July 23, after security video showed a male climbing a fence and breaking open the ignition of the bike with the help of two other males.

The suspect then pried open the fence and drove the motorcycle away. The crime scene was processed for fingerprints and DNA, and the vehicle entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database.

White Bear Township

• A Prescott, Wisconsin, man on July 18 reported the driver’s side door handle of his vehicle broken off by a known suspect as part of an altercation in the 5900 block of Highway 61 involving the reclamation of property.

• Deputies on patrol recovered a vehicle stolen out of Minneapolis after they noticed the vehicle parked at the side of the road during routine patrol at 4:56 a.m. July 18 in the area of Lake Avenue and Park Avenue and ran its plate number. After confirming its stolen status, deputies arranged for the vehicle to be towed to the Twin Cities Towing lot.

• Tools valued at $2,400 were reported stolen from an Xcel work truck parked at a substation in the 4200 block of Otter Lake Road overnight July 18-19.

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VADNAIS HEIGHTS HERITAGE DAYS

ian food, carnival, parade, live bands, bingo and contests.

Contact: 715-386-0797 or pepperfest.org

When: Aug. 15-21 Where: Community Park and Vadnais Heights Commons, 641 and 655 E. County Road F. in Vadnais Heights Details: Past events have included a medallion hunt, movie in the park, photo contest, senior picnic, Lions pig roast, kiddie parade, children's games and inflatables, bingo, car show, food and merchandise vendors, fireworks, live bands, Grande Parade, Booya, bean bag tournaments, softball tournaments, a water ball tournament between local fire departments, and more.

Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FOOD PROGRAM

When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Road F Details: Distribution of food to any family in need and considered low income.

May register day of event.

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

MOVIES IN THE PARK

ROTARY CLUB OF WHITE BEAR LAKE RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE When: 1-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17 Where: White Bear Lake Armory, 2228 4th St. Details: Call 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter WBL Rotary to schedule an appointment.

HERITAGE DAYS SENIOR PICNIC

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 East County Road F Details: Social hour, information displays, and lunch by Donatellis served at noon followed by Live music and entertainment by “Elvis” and Bingo. $5/person. Advance registration only

by Aug. 11.

Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com/HeritageDays

POPS ON THE PORCH

When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 Where: Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music of the Moonlight Sereneders.

Contact: whitebearhistory.org

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AUTHOR VISIT

When: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug.19 Where: Lake Country Bookseller, 4766 Washington Square, White Bear Lake Details: Maren Cooper will sign copies of her novel “Finding Grace”.

Contact: 651-426-0918

FRIDAYS WITH FIREFIGHTERS

When: 10 a.m.-noon Friday, Aug. 19 Where: Fire Station, 2240 County Road E., White Bear Lake Details: Free event for families to learn safety education and visit with firefighters.

NORTH HUDSON PEPPER FEST

When: Aug. 19-21 Where: Pepper Fest Park, 400 7th St. N, North Hudson Details: In honor of the community’s Italian heritage, festivities include Ital-

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 Where: Polar Lakes Park, 1280 Hammond Rd., White Bear Township Details: Free, family-friendly outdoor event with music, entertainment, and a featured movie. “Encanto” on Aug. 20.

Contact: 651-747-2750 or whitebeartownshipevents.org/movies-in-the-park

RECONNECT: 2022 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

When: 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 & 28 Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church 1851 Birch St. Details: Outdoor music-based worship concert includes the music of Simon and Garfunkel with Super Duos with Pat Balder on Aug. 14; the Magic of Disney music with Trish Sisson and Jay Soulen on Aug. 21; and country music through the decades with Hitchville on Aug. 28. Free and open to the community. Bring a blanket or chair.

Contact: 651-429-9026 or wblumc.org

BIRCHWOOD MUSIC IN THE PARK

When: 6-7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 Where: Tighe-Schmitz Park (hockey rink), Birchwood Details: The Fabulous Fairlanes play a cappella Doo -Wop music from the 50s and 60s and newer.

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THE STORY OF THE WHITE BEAR ARMORY When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22 Where: Zoom Details: Hear the story of the Armory which has served the community in a variety of ways since 1922. Registration by phone or online.

Contact: 651-724-6001 ext. #2 or whitebearhistory.org

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23 Where: Ramsey County Beach, 5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Walk along the Lake. Ave. trail, approx. 3 miles.

Contact: stpaulhike.com

ONGOING EVENTS WHITE BEAR LAKE FARMERS MARKET

When: 8 a.m.-noon Fridays, through Oct. Where: Clark St. between 2nd and 3rd Streets, downtown White Bear Lake Details: Produce includes organic produce, natural meats and cheeses, honey, syrup, baked goods, plants and flowers.

Contact: 651-747-3650 or whitebearlake. org

MIDWEST SKI OTTERS SHOWS

When: 6 p.m. Sundays beginning second Sunday in June throughout the summer Where: Goose Lake on Hoffman Road in White Bear Lake Details: White Bear-based team of 120 amateur skiers from metro area Contact: skiotter.com

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Updated strategic plan focuses on school district's future

BY NOELLE OLSON SHOREVIEW PRESS EDITOR

A group of approximately 30 community members and White Bear Lake Area School District representatives developed four new strategies that will be the district's focus moving forward.

The strategies the planning team developed are: • Create and sustain a safe, equitable and nurturing environment.

• Promote, encourage and support students' personal learning experiences and aspirations.

• Ensure the organization continuously transforms to fulfill its mission.

• Establish healthy and vital engagement with the entire community.

“The definitions of our belief statements are an expression of fundamental values, ethical code, overriding conviction and inviolable principles,” said Jennifer Babiash, director of curriculum and instruction. “For example, everyone has the power to design their own future, respect for diversity is strength, and each person has unrealized potential.”

Babiash said the planning team spent hours affirming the mission

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statement for the district. She read the statement at the Aug. 8 White Bear Lake Area School District School Board meeting.

“The mission of the White Bear Lake Area School District, the community at the forefront of educational excellence, honoring our legacy and courageously building the future, is to ensure each student realizes their unique talents and abilities and makes meaningful contributions with local and global impact through a vital system distinguished by: • students who design and create their own future • a culture that respects diverse people and ideas • safe, nurturing and inspiring experiences • exceptional staff and families committed to student success • abundant and engaged community partners.”

Objectives of the strategic plan include — 100% of students feel valued, accomplish their personalized learning plan, are prepared for and implement their design for their future, graduate, creatively adapt to an ever-changing world and contribute to the community.

The school board unanimously approved the four new strategies.

Babiash said action teams will

meet throughout September and October to come up with specific results for each of the four strategies. “They'll give more specifics on actual steps we need to take to make sure that these strategies can be realized.”

The planning committee will reconvene on Nov. 2 to approve the work of the action teams. An update to the school board will be provided in late November and December.

“This group (planning committee) truly is a representative of our community,” Babiash said. “Having a multitude of different beliefs was a real affirming conversation for me to have and gave me a lot of hope for the future of White Bear Lake area schools,” she said.

Other council notes • A community open house will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at the newly constructed North Star Elementary School.

• Superintendent Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak said senior community members who are 65 years and older are eligible for a lifetime complimentary pass for admission to school activities. Contact Rachael Markuson at 651-407-7563 or go to ISD624.org/about/support to apply for the pass.

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Strawberry short-take: Local farmers face shorter growing seasons

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

Warm days that overstay their welcome in September may feel like we’re getting a longer summer. However, these increasingly long, hot summers mean that Minnesota berry farmers are facing a shorter growing season.

Kevin Edberg, owner of The Berry Patch in Forest Lake, saw his strawberry growing season cut in half this year, shrinking from its usual four weeks to just two.

“Part of it is that spring came very late this year,” said Edberg. “Most of the growing seasons have been two weeks later than normal.”

Edberg, who has been farming for over 40 years, has seen the consequences of warmer summers on his berry yield.

While the number of ideal growing days are fewer, there has also been a significant shift in when seasons arrive. This year’s prime growing season occurred two to three weeks later than normal, and that late spring that Edberg mentioned pushed back harvest times by several days for each of his crops.

“The first raspberry harvest is typically the 4th or 5th of July, but this year it didn’t come until the 10th or 12th,” Edberg noted.

Bill Jacobson of Pine Tree Orchard in White Bear Lake said his strawberry season lasts about 10 days total, compared to past seasons, which last several weeks. Hotter than average temperatures in June are the main culprit for the short strawberry season, he said.

Hot temperatures and little moisture send a message to the berries that it’s time to ripen, so many berries are maturing earlier than normal. Strawberries hit a point of “thermal dormancy” at about 85 degrees, meaning that the berries cannot continue to grow once temperatures reach that limit.

When berries ripen too soon, a yield’s total poundage tends to be smaller since berries haven’t had the time to develop and increase in size. Not enough water also means smaller berries since the majority of a berry is water, according to Edberg.

“What we’ve seen persistently in the last five to 10 years is climate change, and it is man included,” said Edberg.

“Those are the reasons we have water availability issues, and putting more carbon in the environment is causing this heat.”

Local farms aren’t just facing hotter summers. Snow can be a critical factor to the health of future berries. If there isn’t enough snow on the ground during winter, plant roots don’t receive the insulation they need to survive cold temperatures. While this doesn’t affect crops like corn and soybeans, berry plants are more vulnerable to the cool air, which can reach down totheir roots and kill off the plants.

“Mother Nature throws us a curveball every year,” said John Jacobson, Bill Jacobson’s brother and co-owner.

“You get one year to figure out the solution to the problem, and then you get another problem the next year.”

Farms have managed to stay ahead of the curve using new plant varieties, better hybrids and different growing methods.

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Hot temperatures and little moisture cause berries to ripen prematurely.

been a leader in creating hybrids. We’re a test orchard for the university, and they’re creating some nice varieties that don’t need as many acres and can produce more fruit more efficiently,” said John Jacobson.

Other fruits, like apples, haven’t suffered as much as fickle berries. According to the Jacobsons, the apple season has gotten a bit longer, though their prime growing season has shifted a bit.

Pine Tree Orchard has looked for ways to diversify the way they grow their strawberries. Tabletop growing, a popular way of growing berries in

Europe, is one way strawberry farmers can beat the heat when it comes to their more sensitive crops.

“Climate change really makes my life hard,” said Edberg, who has invested in new irrigation systems that adhere to water limits. “It’s expensive, and I have to think about it more as an investment to deal with the variability of the climate.”

While short seasons and smaller yields have been a major growing pain, both The Berry Patch and Pine Tree Orchard have faced significant labor shortages since the onset of the pandemic.

“We put about 25% to 35% of what we worry about on the weather and the other 50% on the labor shortage and how we’re going to get enough people to run this place,” said Jacobson.

Edberg has seen few high school and college students looking for summer berry picking jobs this year, but he feels hopeful that the labor shortage is just a temporary symptom of the pandemic.

“One thing that I’ve been struck by is how appreciative my customers have been for the opportunity to come out and pick and be outside with their families,” said Edberg. “Maybe it’s a growing appreciation for where food comes from.”

Though the landscape of modern farming is rapidly changing, both farms are thankful folks still want to support their businesses.

It's the farmers’ appreciation for their customers that continues to grow.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or emailing lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

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Loon Chronicles VIII: The three musketeers The loons on and around White Bear Lake have really picked up the tempo! You can hear them calling and warning each other from all corners of the lake; morning, noon, and night. Friends, in Mahtomedi, recently reported spotting a loon family on Long Lake. The trio of juveniles, which we have named the “Three Musketeers,” can be found, on most mornings, sleeping and drifting together near the north east point of Manitou Island. Once they wake up, they typically launch into their banter of hoots and start circling each other, while playfully slapping their bills in the water. Very social crew. Spotting

the chick has become more challenging. On most mornings, we can count on finding the chick with one or both parents on the south side of the bulrushes, near Lake Avenue. Now, that the chick is comfortable fishing and diving in deeper waters, we often find her in the middle of the lake. Last week, we spotted the loon parents, both carrying fish in their bills, searching for their errant chick. This went on for several minutes, and they were not happy. At one point, papa loon let out a loud call, while keeping the fish firmly clenched in his bill. How is that even possible? Within seconds, the chick popped

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Meet Clayton, the ‘Can Do’ Canine

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

M Health Fairview’s newest facility dog, Clayton, takes his job very seriously.

Though the yellow Lab’s day may be full of cuddles, head pats and belly rubs, he provides essential assistance to EMS staff who are dealing with the day-to-day stress of their jobs.

“Everyone’s day is brightened by just hanging out with Clayton,” said Clayton’s handler, Kevin Kane, an EMS worker at M Health Fairview.

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Clayton’s friendly personality means he’s ready to greet EMS workers whenever they need to decompress.

Much of Clayton’s job is just doing what dogs do best: being a lovable companion for his human friends when they need to decompress. But, “Clayton is a little different than some of the other dogs we train,” said Denise Yokom of Can Do

Canines.

Clayton, who is a yellow Lab, was raised and thoroughly trained by Can Do Canines in New Hope to be a facility dog at locations like M Health Fairview in Forest Lake.

Clayton isn’t assigned to just one person like a service dog would be, but instead, Clayton’s social personality makes him suitable to be a facility dog. As a social butterfly, he likes to work with a number of EMS personnel and also works with everyday people as a liaison between first responders and the public.

“All dogs are trained the same. Then they specialize later in life as the dogs choose their career,” said Yokom.

Since he was a puppy, Clayton has learned basic obedience and socialization skills and is trained to open doors and retrieve medical supplies.

When it was time for Clayton to pick his specialty, it was clear what Clayton wanted to do with his canine career.

“He chose to work with people, so he works with many people, not just one person. He wants to do things with everybody and do a lot of things for a lot of people,” said Yokom.

After picking a career path, Clayton needed to be paired with the right handler for him.

When Can Do Canines trainers match their dogs with a client, they consider each individual’s personality and how it might line up with one of their dogs.

“It’s kind of like untangling Christmas lights every year to get the personalities right,” said Yokom.

That was when Clayton met Kevin.

For the last eight months, Kane wanted to start a facility dog program at M Health Fairview Forest Lake, but the

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Cayton assists EMS, fire and police personnel in teaching the public about emergency services.

program kept getting sidetracked. Kane later made a connection with the children’s family life coordinator, Anna Dressel, who was the handler for a facility dog named Rocket at the University of Minnesota Children’s Hospital. Dressel answered Kane’s questions and introduced him to Can Do Canines, where he was paired with Clayton.

Clayton, who lives with Kane, comes into work every day at the M Health Fairview base in Forest Lake to hang out with other EMS personnel and roam around the facility.

Clayton offers passive therapy for EMS workers who constantly confront stressful situations in their jobs.

“I keep coming to the simple fact that people love dogs,” said Kane. “It’s okay for a grown man or woman to love a dog

and decompress in a way that might be more approachable with a dog.”

The other part of Clayton’s job is to educate the public about what first responders do and to break down the barrier between the public and EMS. He and Kane attend kids’ safety camps to demonstrate what it would look like to start an IV or administer a tourniquet.

“Especially for kids, it can be a scary time when someone is sick or injured,” said Kane.

“When they see the dog get in the back of an ambulance, it opens up a dialogue. It makes it less scary, and kids can feel free to talk to us. It makes us more approachable.”

Clayton knows when it’s time to be a goofball and play with his humans, but he also knows when to switch into work mode and take care of business.

“I’ve found that having a facility dog is kind of that sweet spot between working and just

having a dog laying at my feet,” said Kane.

Clayton has made a few appearances at Forest Lake’s Fourth of July events and will continue to help out at the Fridays with Firefighters event, an educational event for people of all ages so they can learn what first responders do. The next Fridays with Firefighters event will be from 10 a.m. to noon August 12 at the Hugo Fire Department, 5323 140th St N., Hugo.

“He’s kind of there to be a spokesperson for us,” said Kane.

Whether Clayton is helping in a demonstration with Kane or cuddling with a tired EMS worker, most of Clayton’s support comes from doing what he does best — just being a dog.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or emailing lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

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Clayton stretches out on a gurney to show that EMS workers are there to help.

PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES

BIRCH LAKE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BLID)

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING NOTICE When: 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2022 Where: White Bear Lake City Hall The agenda will include budget approval, past and future activity reports, update on the Otter Lake Road Improvement Project, and board member elections.

Published two times in the White Bear Press on August 10 and 17, 2022.

CITY OF GRANT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the City Council of the City of Grant, Washington County, Minnesota shall hold a public hearing on the 6th day of September 2022 at 7:00 pm using Zoom video conference and notice regarding call-in number and process to participate shall be posted on the City website at www.cityofgrant.us. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an application for an Interim Use Permit to allow for a firewood processing business located at 10151 75th St N, Grant, MN. Published one time in the White Bear Press on August 17, 2022.

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, August 29, 2022 beginning at 7:00 p.m. to hear and make a recommendation to the City Council on the following requests: A. Case No. 2-1-SHOPa1: A request by Barbara McIntyre for a 3 year renewal of a Special Home Occupation Permit, per Code Section 1302.120, in order to continue operating a dog grooming business out of the home at the property located at 3696 Glen Oaks Avenue.

B. Case No. 22-2-PUD: A request by Schafer Richardson for development phase approval of a Planned Unit Development, per Code Section 1301.070, in order to construct 244 units of multi-family apartments in two buildings at the properties located at 3600 and 3646 Hoffman Road.

C. Case No. 22-1-O: A request by the City of White Bear Lake for consideration of the proposed land use designation of the Armory, per Code Section 1303.245, Subd.1.c, and rezoning from P – Public Facilities to B-5, Central Business for the property located at 2228 4th Street.

Unless continued by the Planning Commission, these items will be heard by the City Council on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.

Comments may be presented at the public hearing or filed with the City Clerk until 4:30 p.m. on the Friday before the hearing. Each response will be considered before the Planning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council. If there are questions concerning these applications, please call the City’s Planning Department at (651) 429-8561.

Caley Longendyke, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on August 17, 2022.

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

MINUTES JULY 11, 2022 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, July 11, 2022 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) Acting Chair Arcand called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.2) Roll Call - Present: Arcand, Daniels, Newmaster, Streiff Oji. Absent: Beloyed, Ellison, Thompson.

Ex-Officio: Dr. Wayne 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) Daniels moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the consent agenda consisting of: a) Minutes for regular Board meeting on June 13, 2022; b) Invoices based upon a random sample, all of which met the standards and guidelines as set by the School Board; c) Correspondence; d) Resolution regarding acceptance of gifts with thank you letters directed to the donors; e) Field trips; f) Resolution regarding personnel items. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. PUBLIC FORUM - Rebekah Bradfield. INFORMATION ITEMS 1) Superintendent’s Report - Dr. Kazmierczak spoke about the district Marketfest booth, Free Summer Meals, summer activities, and the Strategic Plan. He finished with information about 2022-23 Enrollment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1) Capital Project Levy Renewal - the board discussed the timing of the capital project levy renewal. OPERATIONAL ITEMS 1) Newmaster moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the action on the Resolution Approving Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District’s LTFM Program Budget and Authorizing the Inclusion of a Proportionate Share of Those Projects in the District’s Application for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Long-Term Facility Maintenance Revenue in the amount of $25,815. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none.

Motion carried. 2) Streiff Oji moved and Daniels seconded to approve the action on the 10-Year LTFM Plan. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 3) Newmaster moved and Daniels seconded to approve the action on the Official Depositories for School District Funds and Authorized Bank Accounts and Signatures. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried.

4) Daniels moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the action on the Bid for Transportation. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 5) Newmaster moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the action on the Proposed Substitute Teacher Rate Change. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 6) Daniels moved and Streiff Oji seconded to approve the action on the Resolution for Membership in the MSHSL. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 7) Streiff Oji moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the action on Designation of IOwA. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 8) Daniels moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the action on the Resolution Relating To Renewing The Expiring Capital Project Levy Authorization Of The School District And Calling A Special Election Thereon. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried.

9) Streiff Oji moved and Daniels seconded to approve the action on the 202223 Calendar Revision. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 10) Streiff Oji moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the action on School Board Policies, a) Policy 210, Conflict of Interest - School Board Members,

b) Policy 413, Harassment and Violence, c) Policy 424, License Status, d) Policy 704, Development and Maintenance of an Inventory of Fixed Assets and a Fixed Asset Accounting System, and e) Policy 902, Use of School District Facilities and Equipment. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. BOARD FORUM. ADJOURNMENT - Daniels moved and Newmaster seconded to adjourn the meeting at 6:10 p.m. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. Submitted by: Kathleen Daniels, acting clerk.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on August 17, 2022.

RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED 2023 BUDGET, LEVY AND WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT CHARGES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE That the Rice Creek Watershed District Board of Managers has scheduled a public hearing to present and receive comments on the District’s 2023 proposed budget and levy, which include Water Management District (WMD) local charges for the Ramsey County Ditch (RCD) 4 WMD and Anoka County Ditch (ACD) 53-62 WMD, on Monday, August 22, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the Mounds View City Hall Council Chambers, 2401 County Road 10, Mounds View, Minnesota. Public participation using interactive technology will also be possible using Zoom. Please contact Theresa Stasica at tstasica@ricecreek.org 763-398-3070 for zoom instructions. In addition, by a declaration under Minnesota Open Meeting Law Section 13D.021, all meetings of the RCWD Board of Managers are in person and public while recognizing that a Manager may, based on advice from a health care professional, have a legitimate reason for not attending a meeting in a public place in person, such as COVID-19 exposure or infection, and in such circumstances may participate in the meeting remotely.

The proposed 2023 budget is $8,344,087. The proposed total levy for the District is $5,745,009. The RCD 4 WMD proposes to collect charges of $78,730. The ACD 53-62 WMD proposes to collect charges of $156,959.

RCWD, 4325 Pheasant Ridge Drive, Suite 611, Blaine, MN 55449. 763398-3070.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on August 17, 2022.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA

PUBLIC NOTICE VALLEY BRANCH WATERSHED DISTRICT The Washington County Board of Commissioners announces they will be accepting applications for the Valley Branch Watershed District Board of Managers. Applicants must reside in the Watershed District. Cities or townships included in the Valley Branch Watershed are: Grant, Afton, Lake Elmo, Mahtomedi, Oakdale, Oak Park Heights, Pine Springs, St. Mary’s Point, Lake St. Croix Beach, Woodbury, Baytown Township and West Lakeland Township To receive an application, please call the Washington County Office of Administration at (651) 430-6015, or go online at: http://www.co.washington. mn.us/index.aspx?nid=300 Applications must be received by September 14, 2022.

If you need assistance due to disability or language barrier, please call 430-6001 (TDD 430-6001) An Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Published two times in the White Bear Press on August 10 and 17, 2022.

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IRRIGATION BAN: White Bear Lake water level low FROM PAGE 1

together social media information that “strongly encourages” property owners conserve water during this time.

Conservation measures being recommended include installation of water-saving fixtures and appliances and limiting or eliminating nonessential outdoor water use.

White Bear Township supervisors decided not to implement any

additional restrictions beyond what is already in its ordinances.

“As the DNR pointed out in its memo to us, since we are still contesting the case, our compliance is not required,” said Town Administrator Pat Christopherson. “In the meantime, the board did task me with coming up with language to establish a residential irrigation ban to be in place when the final rulings are made.”

According to the DNR, 17% of the state is experiencing abnormally dry conditions. A significant portion of the severe drought zone is in the seven-county metro area.

More ideas for water conservation are available at www.dnr. state.mn.us/waters/watermgmt_ section/appropriations/conservation.html.

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The DNR’s lake level gauge near Manitou Island shows a continual drop in lake level. On Aug. 10, recorded level was 923.26 feet. The lowest recorded level was 918.84 feet on Jan. 10, 2013.

Looking forward to Vadnais Heights Heritage Days

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The classic car show is a popular event at Heritage Days.

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The annual Heritage Days festival will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 20-21 in Vadnais Heights.

The weekend will be packed with activities, live music, and good food.

Attendance is free and all are welcome.

Saturday kicks off with a kiddie parade. Free goodie bags will be given to the first 50 kids in line.

“We have several local organizations bringing activities out for kids day on Saturday,” said Katie Everett, recreation supervisor for the City of Vadnais Heights “We’ll kick the day off with a hero-themed kiddie parade at 11a.m.”

The Grande Parade is at 12 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21.

The route begins at Commerce Ct. and McMenemy St., following McMenemy St. south to County Road F, ending at Community Park.

The Grand Marshals for this year’s parade are local Eagle Scouts from BSA Troop 212. Five members earned their Eagle Scout awards this year. They are: • Aaron Ames designed and built a boardwalk for Vadnais Heights Elementary’s Bears backyard nature walk, and earned 36 merit badges.

• Quinn Anderson built six picnic tables and a teaching platform for the Vadnais Heights Elementary Bears backyard outdoor classroom, and earned 45 merit badges.

• Carson Cooper built a gaga ball pit for Vadnais Heights Elementary, and earned 56 merit badges.

• Jacob Hagen completed a gaga ball pit at White Bear Montessori School, and earned 36 merit badges.

• Lucas McGladdery designed, built, and installed four benches at St. John’s School in Little Canada, and earned 38 merit badges.

The bounce house, obstacle course, hippo chow down game and other inflatables will be open from 12 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20 and from 1 to 5 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 21.

“Inflatables will be free this year thanks to a generous donation by the White Bear Lake Area Hockey Association,” Everett said. “Tickets were required in the past.”

Everett noted that Bingo is returning this year after a couple of years off. Merrick, Inc. will be hosting bingo under the big tent from 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21 – $1 for 3 faces.

The Vadnais Heights Lions will be at the picnic shelter all weekend with beer and Bloody Marys on Sunday morning.

There will be free live music at the White Bear Acura Subaru Event Stage.

Scheduled to perform are: • Janelle Burrell Band – 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20.

• Audio Circus – 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20.

• Swingin on a Star – 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21.

At 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, the Vadnais Heights Lions will host their annual Pig Roast fundraiser. The menu will include – pork sandwiches, chips, coleslaw, baked beans, pickles, pop, and water.

On Sunday the Vadnais Heights Fire Relief Association will serve up their famous Booya beginning at 8 a.m. until it’s gone.

For updated information go to the city’s website at http://www.cityvadnaisheights.com/459/HeritageDays.

Saturday, Aug. 20

11 a.m. – Kids Day & Kiddie Parade CP 11:30 a.m. – Lions Pig Roast Begins (until gone) CP 12 - 5 p.m. – Scouts BSA Troop 212 Dunk Tank & Archery CP 12 - 8 p.m. – Heritage Days Market VHC 12 - 9 p.m. – Inflatables CP 1 pm Bean Bag Tournament CP 2:30 - 4 p.m. – Janelle Burrell Band CP 7:30 a.m. -10:30 p.m. – Audio Circus CP Dusk Dusk – Fireworks CP (approx. 9 p.m., weather dependent)

Sunday, Aug. 21

8 a.m. Fire Relief Association Booya (until gone) CP 9 a.m. Men’s Softball Tournament CP 9 a.m. Outdoor Service KMP 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Heritage Days Market VHC 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cops ‘n Rodders Car Show CP 12 p.m. Grande Parade 12 - 5 p.m. Scouts BSA Troop 212 Dunk Tank & Archery CP 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Bingo with Merrick, Inc. CP 1 - 5 p.m. Inflatables CP 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Swingin' on a Star CP 3 p.m. Lions 50/50 Raffle CP

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CITY COUNCIL: Moratorium tabled until September FROM PAGE 1

“THC seems scary, but our customers take these products for health reasons, not to feel intoxicated,” Brown said, adding his business sells mostly to elderly people who are in pain, can’t sleep or are dealing with anxiety.

The moratorium would apply to all cannabis products, which Mayor Dan Louismet said is something that needs clarification.

“What is new after the law?” the mayor asked Brown. “It took down the milligrams we were allowed to sell,” Brown replied. “I used to have higher milligram products that were Delta 8. We had to ship those products over 5 mg to our Florida locations.”

Council Member Bill Walsh said he isn’t comfortable telling current hemp stores they can no longer sell something they could sell before a moratorium. “I thought we were grandfathering local businesses in with this,” he said.

Council Member Dan Jones said the legislation is a “hot mess. Did we legalize pot? I don’t know.

And let’s talk about the board of pharmacy (which enforces the law). They have 23 employees and no testing facilities. I don’t want it being sold on every corner. I don’t want the Wild West coming to town.

That is my concern. I think we should table.”

Brown said “lines were out the door” after the law changed. The mayor observed that something changed July 1 to attract them. “I don’t understand the chemical nature behind this, but now a lot of people want it.” Brown responded that it is due to media coverage.

Walsh wondered if the change was because there is something new or are they new customers who learned about it from the media?

Council Member Kevin Edberg said there is a lot of conflicting information and ignorance on the council’s part that requires study. “I’m on board with study, but I don’t want to conduct our study in a way that harms existing business,” he said.

Mayor Louismet admitted he was more confused than when the meeting started. “My understanding is we’re only placing a moratorium on that which is sold after July 1. We have an ambiguity here. We need to get smarter on this.”

The matter was tabled until the second meeting in September.

In other business Aug. 10, council: • Heard a prosecution services update from Heather Monnens of GDO Law, the firm handling the city’s prosecutions.

Monnens noted that the county attorney’s office is no longer prosecuting felony-level drug cases.

That burden has fallen to municipalities who are taking the cases as gross misdemeanor offenses, since they don’t have jurisdiction to prosecute felony cases for the city.

“This is a new policy,” Monnens said. “These are cases that we feel confident will secure a conviction.”

“It’s a little concerning that we’re doing this,” added GDO attorney Rob Olson. “I don’t understand why we’re doing this now.”

Asked by Council Member Jones how the county asks GDO to take these cases, Olson replied, “we’re not asked. Probable cause is there to charge. They (the county) chooses not to, so we do it.” Olson added they’ve never turned a single drug case down and insinuated the position taken by the county attorney’s office was “political.”

“Ramsey County isn’t a bad place to be a criminal,” Olson quipped. “It’s frustrating at times.”

Munnens also noted a huge backlog of cases due to the pandemic and transition to the virtual platform Zoom for the courts. In-person court is coming back, but slowly.

Jones said he hears from frustrated neighbors living next to an eyesore that doesn’t get resolved.

Olson told him to “feed problem properties to us and we will do what we can to get it on the (court) calendar.”

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Owners Tom and Nancee Bruggeman requested a height variance for a solid wall in order to install two entry monument features at the entrance of their driveway.

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The existing home on the property, built in 1941, will be demolished and a new single-family home constructed. The height of the garage requires a variance. The applicant/owner is Michels Homes/ The Finnegan Realty Trust.

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Michael Patrick Madden, 27, passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, at his home in White Bear Lake. He was a 2013 graduate of White Bear Lake Area High School.

Preceded in death by grandparents, Bob and Diane Madden, Tom and Pat Benson. He is survived by his loving parents and sister, Kevin and Jill (Benson) Madden of White Bear Lake, and Carly Madden of Duluth, several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. A special thank you to his Aunt Pam and Uncle Bob Ashenmacher of Knife River, MN. Remembering who he was seems most important – he was kind, funny, loving, smart, silly, tenderhearted, insightful, compassionate and nonjudgmental, and a gifted writer. His passions were music, reading, writing, sports, and “Trailer Park Boys.”

Michael will be missed by everyone who knew him. His family will love and cherish him forever.

Memorial Service Thursday, August 18th at 5 PM at HONSA FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 2460 East County Road E, WBL with visitation one hour before the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

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Age 92 of Little Canada, born May 19, 1930 in Canby, MN to Ernest & Anna Ouverson, passed away August 5, 2022.

Mavis retired from Unisys after 30 years as an Inspector. Cooking and embroidering sets of towels for her family and friends brought her so much joy. But most of all, she loved spending time with her family and was a faithful servant of the Lord. Mavis is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Tom; two sons, Bruce and Daniel and 12 siblings. She will be dearly missed by her daughters: Diane (Keven) Bodick, LuAnn (Joe) Nelson and Mary Jo (Joe) Huebner; grandchildren: Amber (Jon), Brooke (Cullan), Halley (Sean), Bailey (Brian), Jessica (Rob), Sam and Jack; nine greatgrandchildren; sister, Nina Benz and many other family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, August 19, 2022 with a visitation one hour before at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1965 Co. Rd. E. East, White Bear Lake.

Mavis will be laid to rest with her husband, Tom and sons, Daniel and Bruce at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be made to the church or donor’s choice.

Age 84 - Quilter Supreme of White Bear Lake.

Passed away peacefully at home on August 9, 2022.

Preceded in death by daughter Deborah Henry, granddaughter Laura Ann Roush, daughterin-law Anne Roush.

Survived by husband of 64 years Jess, sons Dave (Jennifer), James (Robin); 6 grandchildren; 2 great-grandsons.

Funeral services were held Monday, August 15, 2022 at 1:00 PM at HONSA FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 2460 East County Road E, WBL with visitation one hour before the service.

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Dennis Clark Pettee Age 81 of White Bear Lake, MN, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2022 with his family by his side; his wife cared for him faithfully over his final days.

Dennis was born Feb. 14, 1941 in St. Paul, MN, and spent his early years in Lakeland, MN, with his 3 older brothers and 3 younger sisters.

Dennis is survived by his wife Luz M.; daughters, Michelle, Missy, Barb; son, Michael; and 4 grandchildren.

There will be a Celebration of Life service at South Shore Trinity Church at 2480 South Shore Blvd., WBL, MN, 55110 on Aug. 27, 2022 at 11:30 AM (visitation 10:30-11:30AM). A luncheon will be served following the service.

Jennifer Keese Jennifer (Jenner) Keese, after a 68 year battle with this thing called life, passed peacefully with family by her side.

Survived by husband Matt Keese, children Kris (Suzy), Caitlin (Willie) and 8 cherished grandchildren.

Visitation 12pm, service 1pm Friday August 26th. Services held at Eaglebrook Lino Lakes Campus-7775 20th Ave N 55038. Gathering to follow.

Age 92 of White Bear Lake, MN. Beloved husband of Audrey for 70 years; children Mark (Linda), Barb Rinehart and Steve; 7 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. A decorated war veteran.

Visitation was held 10 – 11 AM with a memorial service that followed at 11AM on Monday, August 15, 2022 at REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3770 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. Private Family Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

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Rare marble tracked to White Bear Lake A piece of Montana is featured in a White Bear Lake living room.

The white marble is the last shipment mined in the Big Sky state.

The mason who ordered the special western stone 50 years ago built a fireplace with the marble at the home of his son, Bill Anderson.

According to Bill, his dad didn’t know it was the very last shipment of white marble to leave Montana until after it arrived. “It was the end of mining for the marble in Montana. That’s all there was,” he said.

Anderson didn’t think much about the rare rock until he was recently contacted by

the Montana Marble Association. “They were looking through old records and noticed the last shipment went to White Bear Lake, Minnesota. They had my address and wanted to know if we still have the fireplace. Well, I still have it,” replied Bill.

His dad, Oliver Anderson, even received an award for “exceptional workmanship” after completing the laborious project.

Bill described the fireplace as “an amazing structure. It has an exceptional look. I get lots of compliments on it.”

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Strong showing by Hurricanes reach state tournament Mahtomedi boys, girls at Sweet 16 The Mahtomedi boys and girls basketball teams won five of seven games between them at the Pacesetter Sweet 16 on Saturday and Sunday, each bringing home medals.

The Sweet 16, in its 31st year, is always the most power-packed summer tournament with leading teams from all four classes invited. It was played at College of St. Benedict.

The Mahtomedi boys won three of four games, losing only to the eventual champion, Park Center, 77-68 in the second round Saturday after leading by double digits. The Zephyrs routed Pequot Lakes 78-41 Saturday, and Hopkins 89-54 and Plainview-Elgin-Millville 74-57 Sunday, earning fifth-place medals.

Participating were Will Underwood, Owen Carlson, AJ McCleary, Gavin Been, Cole Armitage, Tommy Muetzel, James Ecker, Andrew Breien, Ramsey Morrell, Ben Carlson, Carsten Cummins, Ahmed Ahmed and Max Holley.

Doug Underwood served as coach. High school

coaches (theirs is Keith Newman) are not allowed to coach them after July.

Owen Carlson, one of the top two scorers, along with Underwood, didn’t play Saturday due to a college visit and missed the Park Center game.

The Mahtomedi girls lost to St. Michael-Albertville (state Class 4A runner-up) 81-54 in the opener Saturday. The Zephyrs had a bye in the first round of consolation because one team dropped out at the last minute. They came back strong on Sunday, defeating New Ulm 87-80 and Pequot Lakes 63-56 for the consolation championship, officially placing ninth. The champion was Eden Prairie.

Participating were Ella Frazier, Tori Jespersen, Sophia Peer, Sonya Potthoff, Savanna Stockness, Presley Albers, Ella Prose and Grace Prose.

They were coached by Sara Jesperson. (Their regular coach is Erica Zizzo).

The Zephyrs earned consolation title medals despite missing two starters due to other commitments. Mya Wilson was attending a national elite camp in Florida. Ella Kletti was also in Florida

for a college expo. They beat Pequot Lakes with just six players as the Prose sisters had club soccer tryouts.

Potthoff sank 24 points (5-for-6 on three’s) in the loss to STMA. Frazier had 24 and Potthoff 22 against Pequot Lakes as the team shot 66 percent on two’s.

Editor's note: We previously stated that Mahtomedi and Hopkins were the only schools with both teams at the Sweet 16, but Pequot Lakes also had both teams.

The Hugo Hurricanes, a 12-and-under slow pitch team that has played together for six years, made the state tournament for the first time this year — and won it. The girls earned the USSSA trophy in Burnsville, capped by a 15-4 win over Golden Valley. Members are Ella Smith, Lily Peltier (pitcher), Abby Peltier, Bailey Spicer, Amelia Fischer, Julia Dumroese, Sarah Dormouse, Anna Lindholm, Leila Conlan, Ashlan Sampson, Avery Anderson, Sophie Anderson, Monroe Hogan, Megan Becker, and

Ellie Smith. Coaches are Tracy Peltier, Judy Melham, Jeff Dumroese, and Mary Lindholm. This group has won the league regular-season title four straight years and league playoffs three times. Coach Peltier commented: “I have won a few state tournaments in my life, but nothing beats coaching with my mom (Melham) and putting first place medals around two of my daughters and a team I have loved coaching for so many years.”

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Will Underwood scores against Park Center.

The White Bear Lake Legion baseball team finished with a 9-7 record, under coach Cory Hazard. Kaden Johnson and Kyle Gibson were selected for the state Legion all-star game. Gibson posted a .381 batting average, .449 on-base-percentage, and .997 OPS (on-base plus slugging percentage). Johnson hit .362 with a .516 on-base-percentage and .963 OPS. The pitchers were Ben McCrady with 18.3 innings and a 2.29 earned-run-average; Connor Staley, 19.3 innings and 3.26 ERA; Noah Jacka, 17.3 innings and 3.65 ERA; and Matt Kaehler, 15.3 innings and 4.57 ERA.

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Bob “Again” Carney Jr and Captain Jack Sparrow

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Doug Wardlow

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Sharon Anderson

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Brian Baber

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Kim Crockett

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Erik van Mechelen

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Judy Seeberger

Betty McCollum

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Amane Badhasso

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Darrell Paulsen and Ed Engelmann

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Fasil Moghul

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James McCaskel and David Sandbeck

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51.85%

Jerry Silver

7,399

34.06%

Chris Wright and L.C. Lawrence Converse

1,366

48.15%

Gene Rechtzigel

4,753

21.88%

Tom Dippel

4,717

60.75%

Tony Jurgens

3,047

39.25%

(D)Candidates Totals Percentages Tou Xiong

2,634

47.62%

Nancy Livingston

1,476

26.69%

Leslie Lienemann

1,421

25.69%

(R)Candidates Totals Percentages Paul Babin

2,357

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Fantastic! Spectacular!

The 4th of July Fireworks Display was “Sensational!”

MAJOR SPONSORS White Bear Lake Superstore Edwin and Susan McCarthy Si and Vicki Ford Osilas Foundation Wold Family Fund at GWBLCF Spire Credit Union White Bear Mitsubishi Paul Sutherland White Bear Yacht Club Walser Polar Chevrolet / Walser Polar Nissan PATRONS • • • • • • •

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(R)Candidates Totals Percentages May Lor Xiong

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Results for U.S Representative District 4

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Joyce Lynne Lacey and Kent Edwards

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Karin Housley

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Keith Ellison

(R)Candidates Totals Percentages

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(R)Candidates Totals Percentages Scott Jensen and Matt Birk

Carlson (27.48%). For Attorney General, DFL candidate Keith Ellison earned 89.35% of the vote compared to opponent Bill Dahn (10.65%). For the Republicans, Jim Schultz earned 52.51% of the votes compared to opponents Doug Wardlow (34.77%) and Sharon Anderson (12.72%).

Winners of party races will represent their party on the ballot in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 8. For nonpartisan offices, candidates with the most votes will be on the ballot for the general election.

(D)Candidates Totals Percentages

(D)Candidates Totals Percentages 416,955

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Results for Governor & Lt Governor Tim Walz and Peggy Flanagan

Results for Attorney General

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Thousands of local residents gathered around the lake to view the spectacular 4th of July Fireworks.

The White Bear Lake Volunteer Fireworks Committee is proud to coordinate this event with the support and contributions from civic-minded members of our community. We thank you for your most generous support.

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Jason & Emily McIntyre Joseph and Ann McKasy Karen and David McKenzie William and Stephanie McNamara David and Deborah Meyer Kathleen Meyer Anthony and Joan Mieloch Janet Molohon Tracey Montgomery Tracy and Doris Morrison Christine Morrison Richard Moskop Patrick and Harold Mueller John and Nancy Mullen Kevin and Molly Murphy Joseph and Susan Murray Michelle and Donald Murzyn Tom and Robin Nardini Ronald and Sharon Nelson Michael and Beth Nevala Margaret Newmaster Todd and Martha Nicholson Daniel and Judy Nuese Linda O’Brien Rachel Olson Jerilynn Ommen Osilas Foundation Nancy Palma Rebecca Parzyck Daniel and Megan Perry Judith Peters Sheri Peterson Janet Pickett Jane Pomaville Mary Rafferty Brady Ramsay Steven and Peri Rasske Geoffrey and Jean Ratte Gloria Reichstadt Linda Reinhart Dorothy Reische Kathleen Richardson William and Debra Roberts Reyne Rofuth Martha Rogers Elizabeth Rombach Dixie & Criag Rousar Sampair Companies Mark and Maureen Sather Mary Schaeffer Gregory and Angela Schneeman

Jerome Schossow Schwieters Construction Jerret and Marcia Seebart David and Theresa Seipel Tiffany and Albert SerbusGustaveson Mark and Rebecca Shavlik Kathryn Shaw Todd and Cindy Sherrett Philip and Kathryn Siegle Alex Sirko Keith and Leah Smelser Raymond and Anne Smith Spire Credit Union Nan & John Steger Joseph and Mary Sullivan Paul Sutherland Betty Swanson Richard and Linda Tousley Clifford Tower Dennis Trooien Arlen and Sandra Ubbinga Judy and Cecil Van Booven Greg VanWormer Veterans of Foreign Wars Elaine and Kenneth Vollbrecht Gregory Walden Walser Polar Chevrolet Walser Polar Nissan Mark and Mary Westra Douglas Whitaker White Bear Jewelers White Bear Lake Conservation District White Bear Lake Superstore White Bear Mitsubishi White Bear Yacht Club Richard and Jane Wicklund Gerald and Patricia Wilharber Ronald and Mary Will Charles and Barba Williams Erika Winchell John and Constance Winterhalter Wold Family Fund Camilla Wolkerstorfer Donald and Sharon Wright Debora and Matthew Zeller George and Bernadette Zeller Gary and Beverly Zweig facebook.com/ WhiteBearLakeFireworks

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The votes have been cast in the state’s primary election. Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (DFL) earned 96.53% of the votes compared to DFL opponents Ole Savior and Julia M. Parker, with 3.47% of the votes. For the Republicans, Scott Jensen and Matt Birk earned 89.31% of the vote compared to Republican opponents Joyce Lynne Lacey and Kent Edwards (6.60%), along with Bob “Again” Carney Jr. and Captain Jack Sparrow (4.10%).

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WHITE BEAR LAKE — A groundbreaking is the likely next step for the long anticipated all-abilities park at Lakewood Hills.

City Council accepted the latest donation of $100,000 from the White Bear Lake Lions Club for the special playground at its Aug. 10 meeting. The large grant from Lions Club International will be used for safety surfacing and playground construction. The White Bear Lions added another $5,000 to the check from the sale of benches.

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from the Lions for the project.

Lion Carol Farley said a $117,450 grant was also awarded for playground equipment, bringing the total donated to date to $597,450. Another $3,000-plus check will be given to the city by the club before the next council meeting, she added, bringing the total to $600,000, “which is the required amount, according to our grant request.”

Council Member Dan Jones commented that the money raised by the organization is “unbelievable, especially after the flagpole. I don’t know

what else to say but ‘wow’ and ‘thank you.’”

Parks department staff have been meeting with a representative from the Lions Club to develop an equipment and trail layout, which will be located near the existing playground at Lakewood Hills (behind the YMCA).

Farley said the club is waiting for word from parks staff on a possible groundbreaking date.

Note that the council meeting was held on a Wednesday night due to last week’s primary.

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