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Social media alternative ‘off the grid’ BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

“The Horn,” started by local entrepreneurs, is an ad-free social media alternative that doesn't sell your data. The social media site is fee-based — $30 per year or $3.99 per month, said one of its founders, Jeff Myer, who owns White Bear Glass and lives in Forest Lake. “Because of that, we don't take any analytics of what is driving people onto our site,” he explained. The site is walled off from the public web and can only be accessed via paid membership. The site is meant for small groups of people who would like to share photos and information with each other privately, Myer explained. It is a place to share photos with your close friends, in a place your employer isn't going to find, he said. Members can create private groups.

“It's for that more intimate relationship you have with siblings and family members and the three close high school friends you have, and the five close college friends you have,” Myer noted. The social media site was launched in November last year and has about 1,500 users, Myer said. Users have to be 18 and live in the United States. The site isn't meant to compete with or replace Facebook or other sites but instead offer an alternative. “We have no illusion we are going to replace Mark’s (Zuckerberg) product,” Myer said. The Horn was started by Myer, his brother-in-law John Podgorak of Mahtomedi, and family friend Jim Touchi-Peters of Minneapolis. Myer and Podgorak, who owns a utility and excavating company, offer their business sense while Touchi-Peters is the chief creative offiSEE THE HORN, PAGE 10A

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Reports of lung illness surge in Minnesota teen vaping rates BY ELIZABETH CALLEN STAFF WRITER

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Pumpkin picking perseverance A light snow falls while Sam Brown and his son Artie choose from the dozens of pumpkins available for sale during the Wildwood Lions Club sponsored Punkinmania event Saturday, Oct. 12 outside the Mahtomedi District Center. They were among the hundreds of local residents who didn’t let the early snow deter them from outdoor activities. Find more photos on page 1B.

Once touted as a safer alternative to smoking, vaping has come under increased scrutiny, particularly as reports of lung illnesses potentially linked to the practice have surged throughout both the U.S. and Minnesota. E-cigarettes (and similar products, known as vapes, vape pens/sticks, dab pens and e-hookahs) are battery-powered devices that allow users to inhale the vapor of a heated liquid, which typically contains nicotine, flavoring and other chemicals. Because vaping does not involve inhaling smoke from burned tobacco leaves, it has typically been assumed to be safer than smoking traditional cigarettes. But as the steady stream of recent reports of acute lung disease among regular vapers suggests, “safer” and “risk-free” are not synonymous. As of Oct. 1, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had confirmed 1,080 lung injury cases associated with vaping nationwide, including 18 deaths—one of which took place in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department SEE VAPING, PAGE 11A

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Wyoming entrepreneur perfects the business of the “boo” When they drive north on I-35 through Wyoming, travelers pass a charming, fall-infused pumpkin patch farm. During the day, the 160-acre, family-owned Pinehaven Farm is home to fall attractions for families, including a pumpkin cannon and a mechanical dragon. But at night, the farm transforms into a full-blown haunted attraction that is being recognized on the national scale, going head-to-head with the biggest boys of the “boo” business. From now until Nov. 2, miles of car headlights line up to attend the hayride, haunted trail and cornfield, a combination that was termed “one of the most terrifying attractions to knock your socks off this Halloween” in Popular Mechanics this past September as part of its “15 Best Haunted Houses Across America” feature. This haunted mecca started simply, as ideas often do: with a vision. Pine Haven Farm owner Jeremy Hastings, the second of five children in the Hastings family, subscribed to Haunt World Magazine in 2008. He was 23 and wanted to check out the renowned industry publication for haunted house business owners. “I was just blown away at the production level in some of these largescale haunted attractions in other parts of the country. I wasn’t seeing anything like that in the Minneapolis and St. Paul market,” Hastings said. The seed was planted. Hastings was already heavily involved in his family’s pumpkin patch farm at the time, and working full-time as a machinist. He always had a knack for tinkering, creating and building new attractions on the farm. It wasn’t so much the love for Halloween or scary movies that drove him, he says, but the creative process of building. “What I have a passion for is creating an event. I’ve always liked being creative and to create experiences for my customers. For the longest time, I’ve been a very creative person, building things from the pumpkin cannon that we currently have at Pinehaven to building other attractions like the dragon and other playgrounds.” It took some convincing, but Hastings said he sold his parents on the idea. The next step was to figure out how to do it. Hastings immediately booked a trip to visit other haunted attractions so he could talk with the owners and get some ideas on where to start. He started with Spooky Woods in High Point, North Carolina. When he returned, he was ready to put his plan into motion. For the first year, Hastings operated on a shoestring budget with a team of mostly close friends and family. Hastings remembers the second year of The Dead End Hayride: it was the year that the golden age of Groupon and social media was blossoming into mainstream. “We were really trying to grow

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attendance, at least double it —and it happened. It was sheer panic, we’ve never experienced crowds that size before. So we were scrambling, building new wagons, figuring out where to get a few more tractors, more actors … We weren’t ready for those numbers,” Hastings recalled. The Dead End Hayride has now been featured in Haunt World Magazine as well as on numerous national haunted lists across the country. But Hastings is quick to acknowledge that the business is always changing. “You really have to keep yourself relevant, and you’ve got to produce an edgy show,” Hastings said. “We state that our hayride is along the lines of a PG-13 rated movie, so we try and ride the razor’s edge between family friendly and still (serve as) entertainment for the 21-plus crowd. The customers like the edgy show. In this day and age of ultra-realistic video games and incredible Hollywood special effects, you need to be an edgy attraction.” This season Hastings is 34 and no longer “the new kid” on the haunted block. He works full time running The Dead End Hayride and employs more than 240 actors, makeup artists and haunted attraction workers. This year, The Dead End Hayride is unveiling some new surprises, including a new prison set, and adding a beer garden and food trucks. At the end of the night, Hastings said the customer’s experience is what counts the most. And he’s always trying to go two to three steps beyond what he does every year to give the most bang for the buck. But is it all show? Maybe. “We do catch weird things happening sometimes,” Hastings said, “like some spooks that just don’t seem to want to call it a night when the crew goes home.” He remembers one night he had killed all the power to the haunted cornfield, but there was still one light that stayed on in the field for at least 30 seconds. Then it flickered out. “Now that’s weird,” he said. Submitted by Kelly Jo McDonnell

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ur ferry cruised along on a sunny September day, the Manhattan skyline looming behind, as I peered ahead at the colossal statue before me. She rose sea green from the harbor, holding high a beacon of hope to those who travel the seas. What I most wanted to see was inside the statue. There, deep in Lady Liberty’s pedestal, was the original plaque from 1903 bearing a poem written about the statue’s meaning by Emma Lazarus in 1883:

“The New Colossus” “Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame, Story With conquering limbs astride from land to land; Chaser Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates Sara Marie Moore shall stand A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name Mother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand Glows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes command The air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame. ‘Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!’ cries she With silent lips. ‘Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” Lazarus wrote this poem to help the fundraising effort for Liberty’s pedestal. The statue was a gift from France; the pedestal was funded by the U.S. A lack of American response prompted Joseph Pulitzer’s “New York World” newspaper to begin a fundraising campaign. Lazarus’ poem was printed in the paper and read at the opening of the fundraising exhibit. Back on the ferry, I peered at the small island ahead of me: Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were processed from the late 1800s to the early 1920s. My great-grandmother Inga Marie passed this way in 1907. What must she have thought when she saw Lady Liberty after weeks at sea? She was only 11. Perhaps an excerpt from an article written about her first visit back to Norway in 1953 gives insight into what Liberty meant to so many immigrants. She and her husband Knute visited Norway via ship and returned to the New York harbor three months later. “The Statue of Liberty gave them the feeling of security and friendship as they entered New York harbor and were ‘home’ again. It seemed good to put foot on American soil once more,” reads the article originally published in the Fort Dodge, Iowa newspaper “The Messenger.” I walked the halls of the immigration center on Ellis Island, now a museum. To think millions of people passed this way was impressed upon me by the deep impressions seen on the granite stairs — at its height, almost a million people took these stairs each year. As we bounced aboard the ferry back to Manhattan, Lady Liberty became dwarfed in the backdrop of the 21st century. The next morning, I opened the New York Times. About 10,000 migrants landed in Greece last month on dinghies, most fleeing the Taliban in Afghanistan. About 400 children have died this year in a refugee camp in northeast Syria, mostly of malnutrition, pneumonia and dysentery. The president of Turkey, overwhelmed by 3.6 million Syrian refugees, threatens to let them pass through to Europe if the world doesn’t help. The U.S. president threatens to slash the refugee program to zero. Over the last few years, one of the U.S.’s most vetted immigration programs has been whittled from the typical 70,000 to 30,000. In 2020, it will be 18,000, the lowest since the program began in 1980. Other countries are beginning to follow the U.S.’s meager example. The tired, poor, homeless, tempest-tost refuse of the world’s teeming shores is cast aside. They die. And deep inside, Lady Liberty cries. Sara Marie Moore is editor of the Shoreview Press and Vadnais Heights Press. She can be reached at 651-407-1235 or shoreviewnews@presspubs.com.

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ver the past six weeks, vaping went from a safe way to quit smoking to a killer of at least seven people, including one in Minnesota. Hundreds of other people in more than three dozen states have been sickened. So, what happened? A deadly duo The medical community has long been concerned that the flavorings of vaped nicotine will cause “popcorn lung.” This is a condition caused by inhaling the butter-flavoring Movers & on microwave popcorn. It Shakers sickened workers in a factory with Thomas E. a condition called Kottke, MD bronchiolitis obliterans. The only definitive treatment for popcorn lung is a lung transplant. However, because of the low dose of flavoring in vaping products, we expected that it would take a decade or more for this condition to develop among people who vape.

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include contaminated food or water and person-to-person contact. Treatment for E. coli is often rest and hydration and, in some cases, antibiotics. Healthy people who are infected with E. coli will usually feel better in a week. E. coli O157 can be passed from person to person through fecal-oral transmission, especially among families with children still in diapers. It can be passed in the stool for weeks, and sometimes even months after symptoms resolve.

Bowel obstruction This is another serious condition that includes stomach-symptoms like vomiting, cramps, loss of appetite and constipation. The most common cause of bowel obstructions is adhesions, which is scarring in the abdomen, most commonly from a prior abdominal surgery. Other causes include cancers of the intestines, hernias or inflammatory bowel disease. Treatment of a bowel obstruction is most commonly bowel rest, IV fluids and pain control. Most patients are hospitalized due to the need for IV fluids to maintain hydration as well as the need for pain medications. Other GI ailments Nearly all of us have battled a GI disorder at some point in our lives. It generally starts with an upset stomach

and progresses to nausea and vomiting. These sicknesses can also include diarrhea and a fever. Causes include: Viral Gastroenteritis (“Stomach Flu”) Gastroenteritis symptoms may take several days to appear, though they normally don’t linger for more than a day or two. Exceptions may by those with rotavirus, whose symptoms can last up to nine days, and norovirus, which can last one to three days. Food poisoning Food poisoning is an illness which occurs when you’ve eaten food contaminated by an infectious organism, such as salmonella, listeria, or E. coli. This can occur with undercooked or improperly handled food. Symptoms typically appear eight to 12 hours after eating and can last for one to two days. Food poisoning begins with abdominal cramping, and commonly causes vomiting and diarrhea. Constipation Constipation is a common condition in which a person does not pass stool as often as they need to. This can result in large, hard and painful to pass stools. There are many causes of constipation such as diet and medications. This is a very common discomfort that happens when you are inactive, consume too much dairy or not enough fiber or water. Over-the-counter stool softeners can help in the short-term with dietary and lifestyle changes in the long-term. Dr. Carolyn McClain, Medical Director of The Urgency Room.

ENDORSED LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Experience matters in selecting new commissioner When I’m evaluating my two candidates for the position of new commissioner for the Ramsey County Board, experience matters. Experience managing a budget. Experience finding solutions to complicated issues. Experience representing the people, not a special interest. Experience navigating challenging situations and finding ways to bring people together. But not all experience is equal. One candidate has been touting her tenure with the Department of Human Services (DHS) as sufficient experience for her to assume this role. The DHS has been in complete turmoil. The commissioner in charge of DHS, as well as numerous deputies, have resigned. An investigation from the Office of Legislative Auditor found the DHS Child Care Assistance Program has lost tens of millions of taxpayer dollars to fraud. Let us not forget that this candidate is a supervisor of the Child Care Assistance Program. These statements are not opinions, they are facts. This newspaper, as well as the St. Paul Pioneer Press, have run articles stating these facts. I work in facts, research and known proofs, not emotion or unfounded opinions. Experience supervising fraud that cost us millions and millions of dollars is NOT the kind of experience I’m looking for. The other candidate, Randy Jessup, is a small-business owner and knows how to be fiscally responsible. As a state representative, Randy showed independent leadership and collaborative problem-solving skills. When faced with the options of experience in business, leadership and collaboration versus experience in government bureaucracy and failing to protect taxpayer dollars, the choice should be clear. Laurie Carlson White Bear

North Campus site too small for one high school The proposed new White Bear Lake high school is being built to house a projected 3,400 students within the next 10 years. This is the same current enrollment as Wayzata High School. Using Google Maps, I compared the two sites, including estimating their areas. Wayzata High School sits on 111 acres. The 1,300 student parking spots alone take up 10 acres. The campus is six miles from their downtown. In fact, it’s in Plymouth, not Wayzata. The entrance to the school is a dedicated road directly off of a rural part of Highway 55. They've recently acquired 37 acres from a neighbor-

ing golf course for further expansion. White Bear High School's North Campus sits on 43 acres. It is half a mile from our downtown. The entrances to the school are small residential streets off of a busy stretch of Highway 61. Two different sets of train tracks surround the school, and there will soon be a high-frequency bus stop half a mile from the school. Further expansion would require tearing down homes and/or tearing down Central Middle School and the Hippodrome. Yes, the expanded school building can be squeezed into the North Campus space. But this space is simply not adequate for everything else that comes with a school of this size. If the White Bear school district wants a mega-high school, it should follow the lead of districts like Wayzata, Stillwater, Eden Prairie and Minnetonka and find a big patch of land that can actually accommodate it. Please remember that voting no on Nov. 5 only means no to this specific plan. It doesn’t mean no to a better plan. Mary Pollard White Bear Lake

Vote Yes on Nov. 5 On Nov. 5, residents of the White Bear Lake Area School District will have an opportunity to vote on a bond proposal focused on accommodating increasing enrollment and ensuring long term maintenance of facilities across the district. As a 1984 White Bear graduate, father of three White Bear graduates, and a 13-year member of the White Bear School Board, I am excited about the opportunity to invest in these improvements which include reestablishing a single-campus high school. I know from firsthand experience that the school district is an excellent steward of our tax dollars and have complete confidence that the requested resources are focused on key needs and priorities. Please join me in voting yes for our schools, our children, and our community’s future. Chris Hiniker White Bear Township

One high school in White Bear One high school in White Bear Lake is a well thought out, fiscally responsible and timely opportunity. As a member of the committee that worked on the district facilities plan, I can testify to the time and thought put into it. The final proposal emerged after studying many options to address our growing student population and aging facilities. The plan will make improvements to each of our school buildings. The part of the plan to create one high school by adding on to

North Campus is cheaper than building a new school. Construction costs are certain to rise with time and code requirements. Now is the right time to move on this opportunity and one high school makes sense. As a teacher in the district with over 20 years of experience I have seen firsthand the way our high schools function. Transitions between buildings are hard on students. The current transition from 10th to 11th grade in White Bear is unique. I interacted with two other school districts that studied the White Bear split campus model in depth, and both decided not to copy it. Students develop relationships with North Campus staff and lose those connections when they transition to South Campus. Students in 11th grade face increasingly rigorous coursework and the reality of post-secondary plans. When the student is new to a campus and the staff, this is a daunting task. Conserving resources is another compelling reason to go to a one-campus high school. One campus can work with one set of specialized equipment as well as maximize the time of content experts. Content areas like engineering, science and instrumental music have costly equipment. To offer these courses on two campuses costs twice as much. I applaud the dialogue in recent letters to the editor on this topic. Our community is truly asking important questions and seeking to understand. We know from studying large schools that we can design a smaller community feel within a larger school. We are in a place as a community to invest in education and keep White Bear Lake unified as “Bears.” Jeremy Rockford White Bear Township

A vote for the future I am writing in support of the upcoming bond referendum for White Bear Lake Area Schools (WBLAS). My husband and I moved to the White Bear Lake area 39 years ago and have raised three children, all of whom attended WBLAS. I am a retired employee of the district, initially as a teacher and then as a school administrator. In my experience with the district, the school board and administration has always been frugal and a good steward of our (mine and your) tax dollars. The November bond referendum will resolve the unique set of challenges facing our district (aging buildings, increasing enrollment, duplication of services in two high school campuses, increased security, to name a few). The district has an opportunity to accomplish something that we have not tried

to accomplish in the past: unite our high school campuses and ready all of our facilities for the growth and challenges of the 21st century. The bond referendum will have a positive impact on all of our birth through 12th grade-plus learners, as it includes plans for each building. The district continues to work extremely hard to meet the needs of all of its students. As the former director of student support services, I can attest to the dedication of all staff who work with each and every student, from the struggling learner to the gifted and talented. The facilities that house our wonderful students and staff need to be updated and expanded. Even after its passage, the bond referendum’s tax impact will be reasonable compared to all of the surrounding districts (see graphic in last week’s paper and on school website). We cannot afford to wait any longer to prepare for our students and their futures. The plan will take up to five years to complete, as there is yet much detail and planning to accomplish. Two words sum up the White Bear Lake Area School Bond Referendum: necessary and reasonable. Please vote yes on Nov. 5. Our community and our children deserve to have facilities that we can all be proud of and that meet the needs of all students. Kathleen Daniels White Bear Lake

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Thank you to church and its brick oven On Saturday, Oct. 5, supporters of Mahtomedi High School’s band, choir, and theater programs came together at White Bear Lake United Methodist Church (WBLUMC) for an all-you-caneat pizza fundraiser. This fundraiser would not have happened without the generosity of WBLUMC, its incredible outdoor brick ovens, and members’ desire to serve their community beyond the church’s doors. In the summer of 2018, the White Bear Lake High School choir also partnered with WBLUMC to hold this same fundraiser for the benefit of their students. I appreciate that the church has reached out to both of the school districts in the area and I would like to thank them for selflessly giving of their time and experience to support and encourage our students. It was a wonderful evening for everyone involved. Kelly Olsen Co-President Zephyr Performing Arts Foundation

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Stay of adjudication for weapons violation BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

VADNAIS HEIGHTS — A Lino Lakes woman was given a stay of adjudication regarding gross misdemeanor negligent storage of a firearm in Ramsey County District Court on Aug. 5. This means that if she completes her probation, the charge will be dropped from her record. Lisa Marie Stowe, 42, was charged last spring after unsecured, loaded guns were found in her Vadnais Heights home the same week her son was suspended from the Academy for Sciences and Agriculture (AFSA) for an alleged school shooting threat. A deputy visited the student's home in Vadnais Heights March 1, 2018, and Stowe said there were no weapons in the home, according to court documents. However, a search warrant was obtained March 2 and a deputy found the student home alone with unsecured, loaded weapons. Lisa Stowe pleaded not guilty July 17 and a jury trial was scheduled. A plea agreement was reached, and she pleaded guilty before the trial began. She was sentenced Sept. 30. She will be on probation for one year. Terms include remaining law abiding and no similar firearm charges. If she successfully completes probation, the charge will be dropped from her record.

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WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following incidents: • Theft from a vehicle was reported in the 1900 block of Birch Street Oct. 4. • Theft of about $25 of cash from a vehicle was reported in the 2000 block of Birch Street Oct. 4. • Four vehicles were reported rummaged through in the 3900 block of White Bear Avenue Oct. 4. • A traffic stop near the intersection of White Bear Avenue and I-694 found a driver to have a canceled driving status and a passenger in possession of a small amount of marijuana. They were cited for the offenses. • A 45-year-old Brooklyn Park resident was arrested

for DWI near I-694 Oct. 5. • A residential burglary was reported in the 1900 block of County Road E Oct. 6. • Forced burglary of a detached garage was reported in the 1800 block of Cedar Avenue Oct. 6. Fishing rods, reels and tackle boxes were taken. The loss was about $500. No suspects. • A theft and loss of about $1,300 worth of items was reported in the 2200 block of Sixth Street Oct. 6.

• Theft of about $300 worth of items from a vehicle was reported in the 4700 block of Centerville Road Oct. 7. • Two cell phone chargers and a garage door opener were reported stolen from a vehicle in the 2200 block of Second Street Oct. 7. • A blue Honda CR-V was reported stolen from a driveway in the 3500 block of Highland Avenue Oct. 8.

• A driver was arrested for third-degree DWI near Highway 61 and County Road F Oct. 6. • Eggs were reported thrown at a house in the 3500 block of White Bear Avenue Oct. 6. No suspects. • A St. Paul man was arrest-

ed for second-degree DWI test refusal in the 3500 block of Century Avenue Oct. 7.

• Theft of a $200 pole chainsaw occurred in the 2000 block of Fourth Street Oct. 7. An officer is investigating. • Theft of a bicycle was reported in the 1800 block of Kathy Lane Oct. 8.

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

Vadnais Heights • Squads responded to an assault that occurred in the 800 block of County Road E East Sept. 25. A deputy on patrol was flagged down by male and female who stated they were threatened with a knife by a female during a verbal argument between the three persons that started while they were shopping inside a store. The argument continued into parking lot. The unidentified suspect had left the scene. Witnesses collaborated the argument; it is under investigation. • A fraud complaint was received from a multi-housing complex in the 500 block of Belland Avenue Sept. 30. The caller

reported losing over $7,000 to an internet scam about a vehicle.

30 in the 10 block of Skyline Drive. A credit card was subsequently used fraudulently in St. Paul.

• A wallet was reported stolen in the 900 block of East County Road E Oct. 4. The wallet may have been dropped by the owner in a parking lot. An unknown person charged over $1,000 on a credit card that was in the wallet.

• A license plate was reported stolen from a vehicle in the 3400 block of Highway 61 Oct. 3. The victim was notified of a gas drive-off that occurred with the plate.

• Suspected THC vaping cartridges were reported on school grounds in the 100 block of Vadnais Boulevard Oct. 4. The incident is under investigation.

• A front passenger window was broken and cash stolen from the glove box in the 900 block of East County Road E Oct 3.

• Deputies recovered suspected narcotics in the 200 block of Mayfair Road Oct. 2. A small baggie containing suspected narcotics was found in a driveway by maintenance personnel. It will be destroyed.

• A locker was broken into and a wallet, key fob and other items stolen Sept. 30 in the 900 block of County Road E. The key fob was found in the parking lot. A credit card was used at Target. Possible suspect information was obtained, and the incident is under investigation.

• A wallet was reported stolen from the dash of a car sometime overnight Sept.

• Equipment was reported stolen from

a construction site in the 3400 block of Rice Street Oct. 4.

White Bear Township • Deputies responded to a domestic assault in the 5400 block of Lakeview Avenue Oct. 4. An adult male was arrested, and a citation was issued for three counts of misdemeanor domestic assault. • A bicycle was stolen while the victim was working at Arby's in the 1000 block of Meadowlands Drive Sept. 29. No suspects. • Theft by swindle was reported in the 4600 block of Centerville Road Oct. 2. About $400 was lost to an Xcel Energy phone scam. The victim got a Moneypak card to pay a fraudulent unpaid bill.

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

Birchwood • A suspicious vehicle slowing and stopping at multiple houses along the 400 block of Wildwood Avenue was reported at 3:34 a.m. Sept. 26.

Grant • A Minnesota driver was cited Sept. 22 on westbound Highway 36 and 60th Street N. for driving after revocation after being pulled over for driving with after-market taillights that were too dim. The motorist said he was driving the company vehicle. • A bike rider arriving back at her car at 2:09 p.m. Sept. 25 after cruising the Gateway Trail reported that someone had broken in the driver's side window of her vehicle while it was parked in the Kimbro Avenue N. parking lot at Highway 96. Nothing was reported taken. • Two friends were reported for getting into a fight over a video being shown at Mahtomedi High School in the 8000 block of 75th Street N. at 9:44 a.m. Sept. 26. The youths said they remained friends after the fight and were given only school sanctions. • A Minnesota woman was cited Sept. 27 on westbound Highway 36 for driving after revocation and for operating a motor vehicle with unsafe equipment on a public roadway after Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies pulled her over for a cracked windshield and a wobbly rear tire that reportedly was about to fall off the vehicle. The driver admitted to everything: driving with an invalid license and still driving after knowing that her vehicle was unsafe. Deputies left the driver and her vehicle at the side of the road with instructions to fix her vehicle immediately or have it towed.

Mahtomedi • A Minnesota woman was cited Sept. 23 on Century Avenue at Long Lake Road for driving after revocation after deputies at the BP gas station were alerted by their automated license plate reader (LPR) system that a revoked driver was in the area. As deputies followed the subject along eastbound Long Lake Road, they noticed a metallic necklace hanging from the rearview mirror. When deputies initiated the traffic stop at the entrance to the FedEx complex, the driver accused them of profiling her. Deputies quickly explained how the LPR worked and told her they did not appreciate the subject's assumption of their motives. After the driver apologized, deputies gave out the citation, along with a verbal warning about the rearview mirror obstruction. They also did not require her vehicle to be towed. • An empty safe was reported found Sept. 23 in the woods around Wildwood Park. Deputies researched the two serial numbers on the safe and found no record of it having been stolen. Mahtomedi public works was called on to haul the safe away. • A Minnesota man was cited Sept. 25 in the 7000 block of Stillwater Road for not wearing a seat belt. • Two separate vehicle owners reported the windows to their vehicles smashed out at 2:16 p.m. Sept. 25 while they were parked in the lot at Katherine Abbott Park in the 1000 block of Lincolntown Avenue. • A suspicious person reported moving around at 12:14 a.m. Sept. 26 on Stillwater Road and Mahtomedi Avenue turned out to be a youth riding his bicycle without front or rear lights or reflectors. He was told to get home immediately. • Two cyclists riding around Katherine Abbott Park at 8:02 a.m. Sept. 26 reported a regular dog walker who often walks his three dogs off leash in the park at that same time most mornings. The bikers said the dog walker doesn't clean up after his dogs. The reporters described the dogs as non-aggressive, but that they

“crowded” other parkgoers and their dogs. The reporters also told deputies that a certain vehicle present in the lot at the time of deputies' visit is always in the lot when the ordinance violator appears. Deputies waited for the subject to return to his car but had to leave on a call before they could contact the male. • A Minnesota motorist was cited Sept. 27 in the 3000 block of southbound Century Avenue for driving after suspension after deputies conducted a license plate check. • An unidentified man was cited for trespassing Sept. 28 at the Holiday station store in the 700 block of Stillwater Road after employees reported that the man previously banned from the store had been on the premises. After deputies located the banned man in front of his residence sipping from a drink cup with the store's logo, he admitted to being in the store.

Pine Springs • A resident in the 7000 block of 64th Street N. reported theft from his motor vehicles overnight Sept. 22-23. The complainant said that a Bluetooth device and several dollars in change were missing. Two days later at 5:17 a.m., suspicious vehicles were reported lurking at the end of a deade-nd road in the neighborhood. Extra patrol was requested due to the increase of vehicle break-ins in the area. • A male motorcyclist on a motorcycle permit was cited at 10:07 p.m. Sept. 26 on Highway 36 at I-694 for speeding 72 mph in a 55 mph zone, speeding in a construction zone and violating a motorcycle driving permit by riding at night after deputies on stationary patrol observed him passing several other vehicles at a high rate of speed in a construction zone. The driver admitted to speeding and passing, saying he was just trying to get around the other vehicles. The rider was also verbally warned about expired tabs and expired motorcycle permit. • An unidentified motorist was cited for speeding at 1:53 a.m. Sept. 28 on Highway 36.

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Grocery store fanatic travels state for taste BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

“It's hot, it's fresh, it's delicious,” said Grocery Store Fanatics President Donald Ericson as he tasted Cub Foods White Bear Township's fried chicken on a tour of northeast metro grocery stores Oct. 10. Ericson, of Mora, tours grocery stores across the state in search of great tastes. One of his signature reviews is the “Fried Chicken Challenge,” in which he tastes a store's deli fried chicken for heat, freshness and fl avor. No store has yet failed his challenge. Ericson, an employee at Cub in North Branch, takes a day off every couple of months to tour all brands of grocery stores across the state. “He's like the connector of the whole grocery industry,” said his administrative assistant, Liz Nerud, cheese manager at the Woodbury Kowalski's. Nerud takes the day off with Ericson to tour stores. They started the tours two years ago on his birthday, Oct. 10. Last week was the third birthday tour of Cub Foods in White Bear Township, on his 28th birthday. “He likes to get to know people,” said Store Director Steve Szondy. Employees surprised him with a birthday cookie and balloons. He was also given a tour of the meat department and learned how to make a burger patty. He then went to Kowalski's in Shoreview, where he toured Kowalski's central facility, including the bakery where Kowalski's Markets' baked goods are made for all 12 of its stores. He was surprised with a birthday cake (with a grocery cart decoration) and top picks from cheese manager Amy Ellis. Ericson and Nerud had five more grocery store stops planned that day. Ericson began Grocery Store Fanatics on social media about three years ago. His group recently surpassed 1,000 members, a big goal of his, he said. He's becoming well known in the grocery store industry throughout the Twin Cities and was even given the honor of cutting the ribbon at a store in Minneapolis. What fascinates Ericson about grocery stores is the design, layout and, of course, the food. “I've always loved grocery stores,” he said. As a hobby, he designs grocery stores, focusing on the strategy of flow. After a tour, Nerud said she receives a Ph.D.-level grocery store analysis on the drive home. Ericson has Asperger syndrome, a condition that enables a person to have an all-absorbing interest and knowledge in one topic. Kris Kowalski Christiansen, CEO of Kowalski's Markets, said she plans to consult Ericson the next time the company is in the design phase of a store. She attended his birthday tour at Cub Foods in White Bear Township. The store is owned by Kowalski's. Bill Conlin, hiring manager at Kowalski's in Shoreview, said Ericson's tours have been good for the store, which opened in 2016. “He gets into what stores have to offer,” Conlin noted. The attention he creates has increased the following for the newer store, he added.

Ericson, left left, learns how to make a burger patty from Steve Ericson Cromey in the meat department at Cub Foods in White Bear Township.

Grocery Store Fanatics participates in a “Fried Chicken Chal Challenge” at Cub Foods in White Bear Township Oct. 10. (Left to right, front to back): Liz Nerud, Grocery Store Fanatics administrative assistant; Donald Ericson, Grocery Store Fanatics president; Marcia Shively, Cub deli manager; Jan Wilcox, Kowalski’s Woodbury front end manager; and Shanya Millard, Cub cake decorator.

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Cub Foods in White Bear Township created a birthday celebration for Ericson’s Oct. 10 tour. Left to right: Mari Larson, Cub floral; Liz Neurd, Grocery Store Fanatics administrative assistant; Kris Kowalski Christiansen, CEO of Kowalski’s Markets; Donald Ericson, president of Grocery Store Fanatics; Jan Wilcox, Kowalski’s Woodbury front end manager; Kim Smith, Cub customer service manager; Shanya Millard, Cub cake decorator; and Steve Szondy, Cub store director.

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Hydrant flushing to begin Within the next few weeks White Bear Township Public Works will begin to flush hydrants and watermains throughout the township. Some residents may experience discoloration in the water. Residents can open their lowest level faucet to clear the line. It is not advisable to wash clothes if the water is discolored.

I-694 ramp changes Two traffic changes took effect at the beginning of October at the I-694/Rice Street interchange. The new entrance ramp from Rice Street to westbound I-694 opened to traffic. The ramp has been closed for construction since March 2019. The entrance ramp from Rice Street to eastbound I-694 is now closed for construction, which is expected to last through summer 2020. Traffic will be detoured via westbound I-694 to Victoria Street, then eastbound on I-694.

Criminal justice reform forum in Shoreview Rep. Kelly Moller (DFL – Shoreview) will host a Criminal Justice Reform Forum Oct. 16 to discuss potential changes to improve outcomes from the system. The forum will be held at the Ramsey County Library – Shoreview from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Rep. Moller is a member of the House Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Committee and, outside of the Legislature, serves as a prosecutor. Rep. Moller will be joined by Chris Uggen, a University of Minnesota professor who studies crime, law and inequality. With Jeff Manza, he wrote “Locked Out: Felon Disenfranchisement and American Democracy.” He publishes extensively about criminology, criminal justice, law, and sociology. His work is frequently cited in media such as the New York Times, The Economist and NPR. Other panelists will include individuals who have experienced the criminal justice system

and who will describe the barriers they encountered after completing their sentences. Probation terms, fi nes and fees, programming and treatment within correctional facilities, voting disenfranchisement, racial disparities and consequences after sentence completion are all topics to potentially be explored at the forum. The event is free to attend, and all community members are invited. For more information, call Rep. Moller’s office at 651-296-0141.

Fall cleanup for seniors The Senior Chore Program at Northeast Youth & Family Services (NYFS) is offering a Fall Cleanup for Seniors event from Oct. 26 through Nov. 16. NYFS is looking for individual and group volunteers who are willing to spend a few hours helping seniors get ready for winter. Activities will include raking, picking up leaves and putting away patio furniture. Dates and times to volunteer will be arranged

to suit the needs of individual and group volunteers. Please RSVP for this event by Oct. 21. For more information about the cleanup, or the Senior Chore Program, please contact Debbie Wells at 651-757-4061 or email debbiep@nyfs.org.

Family sponsorship program seeks holiday donors Families, individuals, groups and workplaces are invited to sponsor a family in Ramsey County this holiday season through Volunteer Services' Family Sponsorship Program. Sponsors get the opportunity to personally shop and wrap gifts for their matched family. The sponsor provides the family with at least one clothing item per child, one toy item per child, a parent gift and a grocery gift certificate. Anyone interested in sponsoring a family should email humanservicesvolunteer@ramseycounty. us or call 651-266-4090 no later than Friday, Nov. 1.

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Couple celebrate 40th anniversary as volunteer tourists One volunteer-spirited couple from White Bear Township recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary by traveling to the West Virginia part of Appalachia. Thomas and Kathryn Kromroy spent their anniversary providing community service and friendship to some of the most impoverished populations in the nation. The Kromroys worked with students in the Southern Appalachian Labor School (SALS), an alternative high school focused on providing education and opportunities to disadvantaged youth in Fayette County, West Virginia. The Kromroys are part of a growing minority of Americans who choose to combine volunteerism with travel in the United States and abroad. This was their fourth trip together as volunteer tourists. Kathy explained: “I give what I can of myself and my skills and receive a great deal in return, including a more open mind and heart.” She is a recently retired plant pathologist with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, who sometimes is able to use her professional skills but most often works with children of various ages in educational and enrichment programs. During their service in West Virginia, Kathy encouraged and mentored students at Energy Express — a morning summer camp for youth living in poverty, held at the Beard’s Fork School. “Reading, writing, drawing and outdoor play were daily activities for the elementary school children at the camp,” Kathy said. In the afternoons, she participated in a Read and Feed project. Free bag lunches, milk and books were delivered to children living in communities most in need. “We spent an hour at each location reading with the children while they ate their lunch. Before leaving, each child could pick a book to bring home.” Tom, who was an independent specialty contractor for more than 30 years, helped a student work crew rebuild a small home in the nearby town of Oak Hill. YouthBuild programs in the U.S. and across the globe teach low-income and at-risk youth construction skills and work ethic while helping to build afford-

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Kathy and Tom in front of SALS van.

able housing and other assets, such as community centers and schools. “Truly, the most important and powerful aspect of this volunteering is connecting with the people as individuals — working side by side, learning and teaching, sharing our stories and our friendship,” offered Tom. Kathy and Tom said working hand in hand with local people provided an intense and personal perspective of the daily life — the struggles, as well as the joys — of life in West Virginia coal country. “We prefer to work alongside local community members in everyday activities to experience more of a place; and, if possible, do something helpful in the process. We actually make friends with people and learn something about their lives,” said Kathy. “For those who want to connect more personally than say, the beach bartender, this is a great way to do it,” Tom added. The volunteer service program was organized through Minnesota-based Global Volunteers, a nonprofit, nonsectarian development assistance organization in special consultative status with the United Nations. Tom learned about Global Volunteers in 2006, and took their daughter, Anna, to Costa Rica on a ser-

vice program. Following that life-enriching experience, Tom and Kathy served together in the Cook Islands, India and St. Lucia. This year they decided to try a U.S.-based program. Global Volunteers has mobilized teams of short-term volunteers to assist this area of Appalachia since 1999. Fayette County, a federally designated empowerment zone, is one of the poorest counties in the U.S., where 22 percent of people live below the poverty line. It’s also home of the famed New River, one of America’s National Heritage Rivers, and the New River Gorge Bridge, the longest steel arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere. “The local people we met and interacted with were friendly, mostly hardworking, and appreciative of our presence and interest in working with them. Family ties are strong, as is loyalty to friends and community,” Kathy reported. “Volunteering with Global Volunteers differs from other travel in two major ways — most of our time is scheduled, whether it is project work, team meetings or meals, and we are part of a team with other volunteers with whom we live, work and share some of the same goals,” Tom explained. Volunteers have time at the end of the

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Tom working with SALS student on house rehab.

workday and on weekends to enjoy the recreational, cultural and historical attractions that draw tourists to the area. Kathy added, “Our experiences with Global Volunteers are now part of who we are — as individuals and, in our case, as a married couple. Volunteering is one of our retirement goals, so it will help shape our annual calendar.” Global Volunteers invites people of all ages and backgrounds to serve in this unique way — to give back and make a genuine difference by working with and learning from and about local people in their community. The fixed tax-deductible service program contribution covers three meals each day, community hotel lodging, local transportation, medical and emergency evacuation insurance, a trained team leader and project materials. Airfare and visas are extra and can be tax-deductible. For more info on Global Volunteers: call 800-487-1074, email@globalvolunteers.org, or visit globalvolunteers.org/ usa-west-virginia. Submitted

Congresswoman talks impeachment at town hall meeting BY ELIZABETH CALLEN STAFF WRITER

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ly opened into President Trump's actions.” McCollum voiced her support for the inquiry and said that Trump's July 25 phone call with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky, in which he allegedly sought assistance from a foreign leader to investigate 2020 challenger and former Vice President Joe Biden, not only posed a grave national security threat but also “goes against the spirit of democracy.” “I have to say that I take no joy in this, no joy at all. This is not what I signed up to do in Congress, but it's part of my job to do accountability and to defend the Constitution,” McCollum said. “President Trump and I … (took) the same oath of office, and that oath of office is to protect and defend the United States Constitution, not the presidency.” Impeachment was also a major topic of conversation during the town hall's Q&A session. While some constituents thanked McCollum for supporting impeachment proceedings, others criticized her for doing so. “If impeachment is so important, why isn't there a vote now?” asked one constituent. “It's not really an impeachment process; it's a delay of vote just for political purposes.” McCollum, however, stood firm. “Thank you for your comments. I defend your right to say them, and I wholeheartedly disagree with them,” she replied. Other constituent concerns covered a range of issues—such as intellectual property rights, rankedchoice voting and the federal budget deficit—but questions and comments primarily focused on health care and the environment. When asked about her support for Medicare For All, McCollum said she while she is not opposed to it, she prefers “Medicaid For All,” which would expand Medicaid from a means-limited program to one that anyone can buy into. Compared to Medicare for All, McCollum said, its Medicaid counterpart can be rolled out more quickly and effectively. “It covers more, and like that, we can put people on it … It's not as cumbersome and as starting-from-

scratch to write it,” she explained. “I'm not opposed to it (Medicare For All). I'm just not there yet because I don't think we're ready to put that in as fast as quick, and I'm willing to take incremental steps.” Talk of the environment also dominated much of the Q&A portion of the meeting. “I'd like to thank you for being a voice crying out in the wilderness on behalf of the Boundary Waters,” one constituent told McCollum. “I'm just wondering what if you could give us some advice on what we need to do to get other national politicians and state leaders to get on the same page as you are.” McCollum has called for the renewal of a U.S. Forestry Service study on the environmental impact of proposed sulfide-ore copper mines near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) watershed. That study, commissioned by the Obama administration in January 2017, was intended to run for two years, but was killed by Trump's Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue, last fall. At the town hall, McCollum reiterated her support for the study and criticized the Trump administration for canceling it. “They don't want any science getting in the way of making a decision for profit,” she said. “So, we're raising the awareness; you're raising the awareness by talking about it here.” McCollum encouraged constituents to become involved in efforts to protect the BWCA and raise public awareness of its national importance. “It is a hidden gem in the Department of Interior, and it can't be hidden any longer,” she said. “We need it to be Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Acadia, and oh, yes, did I tell you about the Boundary Waters? That's going to be my goal; that needs to be our collective goal.” Elizabeth Callen can be reached at 651-407-1229 or lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

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21 Roots Farm: A bumper crop of joy ... and the unexpected BY SHANNON RILEY CONTRIBUTING WRITER

It's been a very good growing season at 21 Roots Farm. The goats, cows, gardens, chickens and corn are thriving, but what has blossomed most this summer are the client-farmers who come to learn how to farm and in turn, cultivate skills, confidence and self-awareness. The farmers at 21 Roots Farm are adults with a broad range of developmental disabilities. Here, the farmers break away from more regimented day programs and are immersed in the tasks of planting, harvesting and caring for livestock. This hands-on farming in rural Grant is a fresh alternative to traditional programming offered to adults with special needs. The nonprofit 21 Roots Farm was launched by Laura Lutz, Brittany Wiitala and Amy Peterson, who physically, spiritually and emotionally willed their mission into being. They are intentional young farmers, dedicated to long-term sustainability, who are thoughtfully and methodically building a vision committed to nurturing those with learning disabilities. The name, 21 Roots, was inspired by the chromosomal makeup associated with Down syndrome, along with the earth’s ever-growing source of nourishment for plant life and the 21 acres that make up the farm. Wiitala, Lutz and Peterson bring rich dimensions to the farm from family farming, college courses and work in horticulture and education. Wiitala uses an expression about their clients and the farm enterprise they are building. “Unexpected — that’s the word we use for our farmers when they bring us a new behavior or reaction. And when you are farming, nature and the animals throw a lot of the unexpected at you.” The women see themselves as stewards of the land and they coach visiting farmers to become experts in fields of their choice. Many are learning farm-related trades that could lead to future employment. The avenues for adventure and growth are abundant at 21 Roots Farm. Farmers can care for dairy goats, an apple orchard, chickens, cows and donkeys. They can explore vegetable gardening, beekeeping, prairie landscapes — and even make salsa with their own tomatoes. The natural interests their farmers exhibit informs the personalized path of learning supported by the three women. Farmers come to the farm through various agency referrals and by word of mouth. Programs for families and children are being developed for the future. On 110th Street in Grant, there’s a modest sign that identifies 21 Roots Farm. A short tree-lined lane leads to a fenced paddock and a sturdy dairy barn that harbors a 2-week-old calf, two sister donkeys and a handful of friendly Nigerian goats. Beyond the barn, clusters of cows nap and graze in the tall grass. Twenty steps from the older dairy barn stands a newer, bright red pole barn that currently lacks heat, interior walls, electricity and a septic system, but holds tremendous potential for group learning projects and storage space. Funds are being sought to make this building fully functional and to eventually add a commercial kitchen so farmers may prepare crops and products like goat cheese and goat milk soap for market. Nature does the teaching at this mostly accessible farm. Small enhancements like core vocabulary boards with visual aids are posted in several places to assist farmer clients with personal expression and burgeoning collaboration skills. Pictorial descriptors are essential tools for nonverbal farmers. Chickens chatter up on the hillside apple orchard

Above left, left Sam Sundgaard learns to ca care are for a goat goat. Above right, The nonprofit farm is run by Laura Lutz, Brittany Wiitala and Amy Peterson.

and beehives are nestled on a sunny corner. Lutz and Wiitala walk a mowed prairie path through thickets of pines and indigenous trees. They stop under a canopy of pines, where they bring 21 Roots farmers to seek calm respite during busy days. “You can plan and plan or just do it.” Wiitala talks about how their business plan developed organically. “We want 21 Roots to grow and meet some of the vast unmet needs and interests of those with developmental disabilities. Our own roots are newly planted ... but planted in fertile thought. We have a caring board and no shortage of energy.” “We know we will experience barriers — just like our farmers do every day, but we want them to see and enjoy the fruits of their labor ... to plant and eat what they

grow. We have already seen farmers move from fear to comfort with the animals.” Wiitala tells of one farmer who hopes to show a cow at next year’s county fair. “Most people know the therapeutic power of nature and animals, and we love sharing that with our farmers and their families,” said Peterson. Clad in flannel with an easy way with the animals, Lutz’s love for farming is unequivocal. “Our finding each other feels preordained. We may have once taken our family farming experience for granted, but it gave us strong roots .... we’re operating on a mutual commitment to our farmers, the land and our critters ... and it’s just the beginning.” For more information, visit 21Rootsfarm.org.

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What’s known about breathing TCE-tainted air The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a Water Gremlin Health Assessment report last week. Titled, “Trichloroethylene Air Emissions and Health Summary,” the document describes what is known about trichloroethylene (TCE) air emissions over time from the Water Gremlin facility in White Bear Township and the potential for health risks from exposures. The company voluntarily ceased operations that emitted TCE on Jan. 14, 2019 after disclosing permit violations to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) in July 2018. According to MPCA, Water Gremlin experienced “multiple shutdowns and breakdowns” of its pollution control equipment over the years, eventually discovering the company likely never met 95% control of emissions as required and “greatly exceeded” the intended permit limit of 9.5 tons of TCE emissions a year. In February, Water Gremlin committed to permanently discontinuing use of the toxic solvent and removed the chemical from its facility. TCE was used in its battery terminal post coating process.

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• The amount of TCE emitted into the air varied over the years. The year with the highest amount appears to be 2018. • MPCA used air dispersion modeling to create a map of an “area of concern” to communicate to the public about TCE emissions. The map showed estimated annual average TCE air concentrations for 2018 that ranged from 59 µg/m³ at the nearest residence to Water Gremlin to 2 µg/m³ at the outer boundary. Most of the area shows predicted annual average concentrations of TCE in air ranging between 2-20 µg/m³. • The map is based on annual average concentrations, so there were times when TCE in the air was considerably higher, or lower, than the annual average. The summary noted the following regarding health risks: • An individual’s exposure to TCE was likely to be highly variable over time and location and from one person to another. • People were exposed to TCE in air above the MDH health-based value of 2 µg/m³. MDH considers 2 µg/ m³ a concentration of TCE that is safe for all people to breathe for a lifetime. Exposure above that

number does not mean that health effects are likely to occur. However, the risk for health effects increases as the amount and duration of TCE exposure increases. • Based on animal studies, exposure to TCE in air may increase the risk on non-cancer immune system and kidney effects, or heart defects in a developing fetus. There is no conclusive evidence from human studies that TCE causes these effects in humans. • TCE exposure may increase the risk of certain types of cancers (kidney, possibly non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and liver) over a lifetime, based on studies of workers or animals breathing very high levels of TCE. • MDH analyzed data from the Minnesota Birth Defects Information System and the Minnesota Cancer Reporting System. MDH found that the number of congenital heart defects and the cancer rates near Water Gremlin were not higher than expected at the time of the analysis. • There are no standard recommendations for increased medical screening for cancer or other health effects due to the potential for past exposure to TCE from Water Gremlin, although people who believe they were exposed may wish to share this information with their physician.

Next steps from MDH The Health Department is working on a Public Health Assessment for all potential routes of exposure related to environmental contamination from Water Gremlin operations in response to community concerns. Data collected from the remedial investigation this summer will be included, as well as information available through the MPCA air permitting process. The document will be released as a draft for public review and comment. To see the full report, go to health.state.mn.us/communities/ environment/hazardous/docs/sites/ ramsey/wgtceairemisum.pdf

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Loon Chronicles IV: Wind, waves and wings Another week of hideous November like weather. Snow, freezing cold temperatures, and howling winds, made Loon watching almost impossible. We managed to get out on the one sunny day of the week, but we still had to battle very heavy winds. We started out by spotting a new drop-in juvenile Loon off the Mahtomedi shore. He was a dandy and looked like he was enjoying riding the waves. The Gulls were everywhere, bobbing in the waves and flying above in large groups. They looked more at ease in the air than in the water. The Coots, whose group appears smaller than last year, put on a very entertaining show as they darted back and forth in the bulrushes. It did not take much to spook them into flight. Fortunately, there were no Eagles in sight, so they were safe for awhile. The kite boarders and 420’s were flying in the wind. The high school sailors looked cold and wet, but on top of their game. The kite boarders zipped across the lake, with airborne acrobatics that left us speechless. Taking it all in against a backdrop of blazing fall colors made it easier to endure our sopping wet outing. 60s and sunny by the end of the week. We are counting on it.

cer. Eleven people are now involved, all family except for Touchi-Peters. Touchi-Peters works full-time for The Horn. The site was his idea, which he came up with five to seven years ago when he became fed up with Facebook, he said. He disliked seeing so many ads, posts from friends of friends, and the issues the company was running into with privacy. He left the social media network and began dreaming of alternatives. Ironically, he is back on Facebook to advertise The Horn, but said he spends as little time as possible on the site. But utilizing the social media giants is one way The Horn hopes to gain more members. “Our goal is to get to 10,000 paid members by our second year,” Myer said. Touchi-Peters said sometimes people don't understand why there would be a charge for a social media site. “My response to that is Facebook isn't free,” he said. “Facebook takes your

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data and resells it.” The Horn is protected from search engine indexing, he added. “It's off the grid in that way,” he explained. “We took all the problems people have accused Facebook of doing and attempted to solve them,” Touchi-Peters said.

The Horn was named after the phone — using the retro word used for the telephone from the ’50s to the ’70s, Touchi-Peters said. More information on the social media site can be found at thehorn.net.

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A bi-weekly section where readers will be informed on subjects of seasonal interest, upcoming events and other timely topics. IMPORTANT WATER METER UPGRADE INFORMATION – Schedule your appointment today if you haven’t already done so at 1.833.626.3326. The Township’s water meter upgrade project will be completed in October 2019. Failure to schedule your appointment will result in a non-compliance fee of $300 which will be added to your utility bill each quarter until your meter is upgraded per Town Ordinance.

green wood (wood that has been recently cut & not dried out) eating cheese can help cut back on the frequency & intensity of week then keep the sprinklers going until the end of October so • Consider the wind direction & your proximity to neighbors, if smoke nightmares & can even increase the likelihood of having pleasant insure your lawn’s roots stay hydrated & healthy. becomes a nuisance to nearby properties, extinguish the fire immediately • Loosen the soil. Aeration your lawn every couple of years prevents dreams. • Avoid burning construction waste, plastic, garbage or yard waste. They can soil from becoming compacted & covered with thatch, a thick layer • “16” is the World’s Luckiest Number – Analysts have declared be toxic & create more smoke that the number 16 is the most-drawn number in lotteries across of roots, stems, & debris that blocks water, oxygen & nutrients • If you are wondering whether there is a burning ban in effect, check with the world. It’s been drawn 191 times, the number 18 however has from reach the soil. the White Bear Lake Fire Department at 651.429.8568. only been drawn four times. • Add fertilizer. Apply a late-fall application of a slow-release

• Selfies are More Dangerous Than Sharks – Selfie-related granular 24-0-10 fertilizer. WANT TO GIVE BLOOD? The White Bear • Spread seed. A dense lawn is good protection against weeds, that’s deaths are on an exponential incline. Per researchers, in 2014, 15 Lake Fire Department will be hosting a blood people died mid-selfie. In 2015, 39. In 2016, 73. Put in perspective, why it’s important to overseed existing turf. EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION – This year drive on Friday, October 25th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at White Bear in 2017 only 5 fatal shark attacks occurred in the entire world, so the Town Board will be recognizing Rick Lake City Hall, 4701 Highway 61. If you are interested make your please be selfie safe! • Your Tires Siphon Gas – Tire pressure is Lillie, Public Works Department & Patti appointment at redcrossblood.org. measured by pounds-per-square inch, for every • Sea Otters Hold Hands While They Sleep – This ridiculously Walstad, Paralegal, each with 25 years of service & Karen Edson, cute behavior is an effort to avoid floating away from their partner 10-degree temperature fluctuation, your tires Administrative Secretary, for 5 years of service. 6 FALL LAWN CARE TIPS TO DO RIGHT drop a PSI point. Every point drop causes a 0.4% during sleep. Sometimes they hold hands in groups, producing NOW – decrease in fuel economy. Now ask yourself when was the last time a raft. ENJOY RECREATIONAL FIRES RESPONSIBLY • Remove the leaves. Leaves block the light & • A Chef’s Hat has Exactly 100 Pleats - A chef’s tall toque you pumped air into your tires? – Fall is the perfect time for enjoying roasted trap moisture. • Your Dollar’s Power Varies by State – The purchasing power of traditionally is made with 100 pleats, meant to represent the marshmallows & hot chocolate around a backyard fire. If you’re lighting a wood fire, follow these tips: • Keep cutting, but to the correct height (2½ - 3”). Grass continues to $100 differs pretty greatly among the 50 states. $100 in Mississippi hundred ways to cook an egg. grow up to the first hard frost. is worth $116.01, but in Hawaii it’s only worth $84.18. • Limit your fire to a 3’ x 3’ size • Continue watering. If your lawn isn’t getting at least 1” of water a • Cheese Can Keep Your Dreams Safe – Research has found that • Burn wood that has been drying for at least six months & avoid burning

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VAPING: Youth use on the rise FROM PAGE 1A

of Health (MDH) has reported 55 confi rmed or probable cases of severe lung injuries tied to vaping. “The cases of severe lung injuries in Minnesota and other states show how dangerous vaping can be,” Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said. She also said that health officials are working “aggressively” to gather information and determine the precise cause of such lung injuries. “One death from this outbreak is one death too many. We are working with partners around the state and the nation to fi nd out everything we can as quickly as we can to prevent additional illnesses and death,” Malcolm said.

Youth vaping rates surge After a decades-long decline, youth tobacco use is up across the country, and survey after survey says that the prevalence of e-cigarettes and vaping are to blame. The most recent National Youth Tobacco Survey found that almost 5 million youth reported using any tobacco product within the last year, and 3.6 million of those youth reported using e-cigarettes, easily making them the most popular product among high school and middle school students. Minnesota isn't immune from these trends, either. According to the 2019 Minnesota Student Survey, one in four 11th graders in Minnesota reported using an e-cigarette in the past 30 days. That represents a 54% increase from 2016's survey, in which 17% of the state's 11th graders reported vaping. The survey likewise found that Minnesota youth are ill-informed about the health risks that e-cigarettes pose. According to the MDH, 76% of 11th graders surveyed said that there is “either no, slight, or a moderate risk to using e-cigarettes.” However, as most e-cigarettes contain nicotine, which is highly addictive, vaping can lead to nicotine addiction, particularly among youth and young adults, whose brains are not yet fully developed. “No amount of nicotine is safe for children, and evidence suggests that nicotine interferes with brain maturation and can have long-term effects on cognitive development and mental health,” said Melissa Mady of Tobacco-Free Alliance Minnesota, which recently held workshops in partnership with HealthPartners' White Bear Lake clinic to educate parents and teens on the dangers of vaping. In addition to nicotine, Mady said, e-cigarette vapor can also contain

carcinogenic chemicals, heavy metals and ultra-fi ne particles that can be inhaled deeply into the lungs. “E-cigarette aerosol generally contains fewer harmful chemicals than regular cigarettes; however, safer doesn't mean safe,” she said. Because e-cigarettes have only been in the U.S. market for about a decade, there is little conclusive research on the dangers posed by long-term use, especially when compared to the dangers posed by traditional cigarettes, which have been studied extensively. Mady said that imbalance is a major factor in the assumption that e-cigarettes are safe. “We just don't know if they are as dangerous as cigarettes because (they) are still being studied,” she said. “However, we do know there are chemicals and addictive properties that are dangerous.”

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Leaders respond to 'public health crisis' The surge in youth vaping rates worry local leaders, and concerns about vaping's health risks have prompted many cities and counties to pass Tobacco 21 legislation, which raises the minimum legal age for tobacco and nicotine sales from 18 to 21. ClearWay Minnesota, a nonprofit focused on tobacco cessation, reports that approximately 40 Minnesotan cities and counties have enacted such policies. Within the northeast metro, Forest Lake is the most recent municipality to do so, joining nearby Arden Hills, Mounds View, North Oaks, Roseville and Shoreview in taking extra steps to restrict youth access to vaping products. However, the effectiveness of such policies is mitigated by the lack of similar restrictions in neighboring communities. “Vaping is a public health crisis for young Minnesotans, and it is critical that we act now to bring the rate down. As a teacher and as a father, I know the fi rst step is making sure our young people understand the risks,” said Gov. Tim Walz in a statement. Walz has directed state health and education commissioners to work on an outreach campaign targeted at raising awareness of vaping's risk among students, families and school officials. Likewise, he has directed his administration to determine a set of policy options to combat the youth vaping epidemic. Such options include raising the statewide tobacco age to 21 as 18 other states have already done, prohibiting the internet sale of tobacco and related products and banning the sale of all fl avored and nicotine products.

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CHURCH BRIEFS made himself available as an adviser to a string of musicians that have served at St. John’s. He continues to provide wise counsel and faithful support to the current music minister.

Trunks and treats St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church will host its Trunks & Treats event from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 26. This is a free community event that takes place at 1965 County Road E, White Bear Lake. South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church will hold its Trunk or Treat event from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 26. This is a free community event. Come in costume for games and refreshments. The church is located at 2480 South Shore Blvd.

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Organ tricks and treats Tricks and Treats with the Mighty Organ is an annual event at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi. Organist Bill Chouinard will present the 15th concert on the state’s largest pipe organ at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. The performance includes special lighting and video effects and is designed for young listeners. Pizza will be sold by the slice at 5 p.m.

St. John’s names music minister emeritus David Gehrenbeck was instituted as music minister emeritus at St. John in the Wilderness Church on Oct. 6. Gehrenbeck grew up in White Bear Lake. After graduating from high school, he went to Macalaster College in St. Paul, where he graduated in 1953. He was an instructor of sacred music at Union Theological College in New York City from 1965 to 1970, and it is from Union Theological that, in 1971, he obtained the degree of Doctor of Sacred Music. He went on from Union to become a professor of organ and the head of the organ department at Illinois Wesleyan from 1971 to 1996, becoming professor emeritus in 1997. In 1998, David and his wife Helen returned to White Bear Lake for their retirement, and David became the organist and choirmaster at St. John in the Wilderness, serving for 10 years until 2008. Since that time, he has humbly

Diaper drive coming up Community of Grace Lutheran Church will hold a diaper drive Nov. 3 to Nov. 27. The church will collect diapers for young families at area homeless shelters. The diapers will be delivered around Thanksgiving. A donation truck will be located at 4000 Linden St. For more information, visit communityofgrace.church/diaper-drive/.

Rummage and Baking-a-Difference sale St. Mary of the Lake Church will hold a sale from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 19. It will be held at the Parish Life Center, 4690 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake.

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White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Press Publications Oct. 9th at 3:30 p.m. for the business community.

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National Manufacturing Day High school students recently celebrated National Manufacturing Day by visiting local organizations including Wilson Tool, Trane, Wilbert Plastic Services and Teamvantage.

Fun run volunteers Parent volunteers helped out at the Wildwood Elementary School annual Fun Run. All of the money raised goes directly back to classrooms for the current school year.

Academic excellence Members of the Mahtomedi High School class of 2020, 2021 and 2022 were celebrated recently for their academic achievements. Students were recognized in categories of Gold (top 10% annual GPA), Silver (top 20% annual GPA), and Blue (top 25% annual GPA). Eighty-three members of the class of 2020 were recognized on Oct. 8.

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BEAR Time White Bear Lake Area High School North Campus students were able to enjoy their FLEX period, where they can pick from a long list of fun activities that they can enjoy, get help from teachers and catch up on homework every day.

Making apple cider White Bear Lake Area Schools Early Childhood Program students at Tamarack Nature Center recently enjoyed making delicious apple cider. Pictured is Wyatt Felber.

SCHOOL BRIEFS Mahtomedi Alum’s love for drones inspires students On Oct. 8, the Mahtomedi High School Drone Club met with Mahtomedi alum Jay Christensen (class of 2014). Christensen demonstrated his cinema drone for the club. The special drone is designed for filmmaking and commercials. This year the Mahtomedi Drone Club is working on building a drone to compete in the Minnesota State High School League competition. Last year the group built tiny Whoops racing drones. Christensen is the owner of F3 Visuals, a digital media company that specializes in full production cinematography and aerial content. He has worked with the Minnesota Vikings and Timberwolves. His work also includes commercials, music videos and real estate.

Coffee with Dr. K Community members are invited to stop by and chat with White Bear Schools Superintendent Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak (Dr. K) over a cup of coffee at the downtown White Bear Lake Caribou Coffee. There is no set agenda, so feel free to order from the barista and find Dr. K in the meeting room to join the conversation. The upcoming “Coffee with Dr. K” event is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 23.

Safety info night for parents The White Bear Lake Police Department will hold its annual Safety Information Night for Parents at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 6 at White Bear Lake Area High School South Campus. Parents can learn about mental health, human trafficking, internet safety, youth drug trends and teen driving. A free dinner will be served

at 5:30 p.m. and breakout sessions will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 8:30 p.m. Free child care is available for those in need. Children must be at least 3 years old and potty-trained. To register for child care, please email JVette@whitebearlake.org and include children’s names and ages.

Charter school open house Academy for Sciences & Agriculture (AFSA) will hold an open house/presentation night at the high school in Vadnais Heights from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 14. Staff will be available to answer questions and give tours. Students will also present a variety of projects. For more information, please contact Enrollment Coordinator Liz Burkwald at lburkwald@afsahighschool.com or 612-260-2662. The school is located at 100 Vadnais Blvd.

Local screening of “Like” Liberty Classical Academy in White Bear Lake, in partnership with St. Pius X Church and North Woods Christian Counseling, will host a screening of the documentary “Like” at 7 p.m. Oct. 28 in the school gym. “Like” is a breakdown of the impact of social media on technology users, particularly young people. The IndieFlix Original documentary shines light on social media and a culture that does not promote self-regulation or boundaries when it comes to technology usage. There will be a subsequent panel discussion led by educators, family ministry professionals and counselors. This event is free and open to the public. The school is located at 3878 Highland Ave.

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WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — A popular question regarding the school district's proposal to spend $326 million on infrastructure seems to be, why not split Hugo off into a new district? That's where most of the enrollment increase is coming from, after all. It's a question Town Board Supervisor Steve Ruzek asked Superintendent Wayne Kazmierczak. “Growth is to the north,” Ruzek said, “not from the township. Yet residents would be paying for a new elementary school in Hugo and other improvements if the bond referendum passes in November.” Kazmierczak informed Ruzek at the Oct. 7 board meeting that

moving district boundaries requires legislative action. School districts must also agree on the split. Supervisor Scott McCune wondered why a new high school wasn't considered in Hugo (another popular question). There wasn't an open piece of land suitable in Hugo, the superintendent replied, plus a new high school would cost significantly more than the current plan. The price tag to turn North Campus into a single-site high school is $180 million. Kazmierczak and Assistant Superintendent Tim Wald attended last week's meeting to answer questions and brief the Town Board on the upcoming bond referendum. The two iterated not only the tax impact from the bond that

has been reported before, but the homestead tax credit that would offset the financial hit for those who qualify. As reported in earlier articles, the tax impact on a $250,000 home in District 624 is $23 per month. That number is $35 per month for a $400,000 home. The homestead tax credit, depending on income, can lessen the monthly tax impact to $4.67 for household incomes of $30,000, or $9.33 per month for household incomes of $100,000. That's based on a home with a market value of $275,000. Average income in the district is $100,000. Town Chairman Ed Prudhon observed that the attitude towards a single campus “seems to have come full circle.” A 1972 White Bear graduate, Prudhon recalled the justifications for

a split campus when Mariner (now South Campus) closed in 1983. “People thought it was a good idea to separate 15-year-olds from 18-year-olds,” he said. Wald, longtime principal at South, said a divided campus makes it hard for freshmen and sophomores to feel like they're part of high school. It also makes it difficult for seniors to serve as role models and inspirations to underclassmen. There are few split campuses in the country, he added. The board also asked about the stadium. Would it stay at South Campus (which would become a middle school)? Yes, but North would still host track, soccer and lacrosse games. Again, it's not an unusual model for a high school, according to the superintendent. A fact sheet distributed by

Wald emphasized these points, again iterating past reporting: • Enrollment is a big factor in the plans. More than 2,000 new students are projected to enroll in the next 10 years, 25% more than current capacity. When the school year started, the district had 8,702 students and is at capacity. In 10 years, the number is projected to be 10,806 students. • A new centrally located, fouryear high school can be done on land already owned by the district. • Every district building will be affected if the bond is approved. More information on the bond referendum, as well as a tax impact calculator, can be found at isd624.org/Bond2019

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP NOTES WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — The Town Board conducted the following business at its Oct. 7 meeting: • Approved Specialty Manufacturing Company (SMC) request to construct two additional manufacturing/office buildings totaling 121,700 square feet at 5858 and 5800 Centerville Road. The company plans to fill more than 63,000 square feet of wetlands. Town ordinance requires wetland compensation at a 2-to-1 ratio. The request

also requires a minor subdivision. Neighbor Ray Siebenaler said he was satisfied that drainage issues were addressed, specifically a raised curb that will prevent rainwater from flowing onto his adjoining property. “They assured me; unless there's an 8.1-inch rainfall in a 24-hour period,” he told the board. “I want that in the minutes. SMC is a good neighbor.” • Discussed off-season dock and lift storage. Board Chairman Ed

Prudhon asked Town Planner Tom Riedesel to draft a letter to the Bald Eagle Lake Association for input on how to stack docks. There have been complaints about docks stored along the lake or roadway that block views, leading to a request for an ordinance governing storage. • Approved 22-foot setback variance allowing a 10-by-12-foot shed after the fact. The shed has already been built at 1548 Hennessy Vista. Homeowners

failed to get a building permit. Supervisors agreed with the variance board that there was a hardship involved due to standing water in the yard that left the current spot the only suitable site for the shed. • Tabled a municipal services agreement with Gem Lake. • Approved special meeting Oct. 11 to review bids on the administration offices reconstruction project. Debra Neutkens

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LAKE LINKS OCTOBER MEETING When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Where: Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Connie Bernardy, director of Active Living Communities, will discuss and field questions about her work to assemble and implement the Ramsey County Pedestrian & Bicycle Plan. Contact: lakelinks.net

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE When and where: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at Culver’s, 3202 White Bear Ave.; 1-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at White Bear Area YMCA, 2100 Orchard Lane; 1-6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 at First Presbyterian Church, 4821 Bloom Ave.; ans 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at White Bear Lake Fire Department, 4701 Highway 61 Details: All blood types needed. Register by phone or online. Contact: 800-RED_CROSS or redcrossblood.org

RUN FOR THE APPLES 5 MILE RUN/WALK When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19

Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard, 450 Apple Orchard Road, Dellwood Details: Event in its 23rd year, includes run/walk through the orchard followed by apple treats for all participants. Contact: 651-653-7401 or frontrunnerusa.com

VADNAIS HEIGHTS SURPLUS FOOD PROGRAM When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Rd. F Details: Distribution of food for Vadnais Heights residents in need or considered lower income. Bring proof of residency. Contact: 651-746-4158

QUILTERS COUNTRY FAIR When: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Mahtomedi Evening Star Quilters biannual quilt show, boutique, vendors, crafters garage sale. Raffles and refreshments. Admission $4. Contact: facebook.com/ Evening-Star-Quilters-ofMahtomedi

LADIES OF THE LAKE QUILTING SHOW When: Noon-4 pm, Oct. 19 & 20; and Oct. 26 & 27 Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard, 450 Apple Orchard Rd, Dellwood Details: Beautiful quilts on display. Contact: 651-429-7202 or pinetreeappleorchard.com

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY AND STORYTIME When: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Where: GoodKids 4758 Banning Ave. White Bear Lake Details: Kids can wear a costume, enjoy activities and treats, and listen to the author reading of the Itty Bitty Witch. Contact: shopgoodthings. com

BE SMART - GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Where: White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church, 328 Maple St., Mahtomedi Details: Megan Walsh, a speaker from Moms Demand Action, will address parents, grandparents and other concerned community members about how to help keep children safer in the face of expanded gun ownership.

BALD EAGLE LAKE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING When: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Where: Boatworks Commons 4495 Lake Ave. S, White Bear Lake Details: Annual meeting for residents to get updates about Bald Eagle Lake and meet board members. Contact: baldeagleassn. org

CHANGE TO CHILL TRAINING SESSION When: 9 a.m.-noon Friday, Oct. 25 Where: White Bear Lake City Hall, 4701 Highway 61 N. Details: Program designed for school staff, mental health professionals,

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Tonic Sol-Fa When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Performance by the

community organizations and parents of teens to help teens become more aware of the things that stress them out and equips them with relevant tools and resources to better manage stress and anxiety. Free; registration required. Contact: changetochill.org

SCARE IN WHITE BEAR When: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 Where: West Park, White Bear Lake Details: Halloween-themed 5K and Fun Run along torch-lit scenic Lake Ave. All ages and abilities. Postrace costume awards at Manitou Grill. Contact: mmmraces.com

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GANGSTER BUS TOUR When: 10 and 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 Where: Departs from the White Bear Armory, 2228 4th St., White Bear Lake Details: Explore the hideouts and haunts of the 1930’s era gangsters who laid low in the cottages in and around White Bear and Bald Eagle Lakes, including a Mahtomedi speakeasy. $20/public; $15/ members. Contact: 651-407-5327 or squareup.com/store/ whitebearhistory

5TH ANNUAL BEARSCARE KIDS WORLD OF FUN FUN RUN When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 Where: Otter Lake Elementary, 1401 County Rd. H2, White Bear Township Details: Fundraiser for Otter Lake and Lincoln Elementary schools has 3 routes - 1/2 mile Skeleton Skip, Freaky 4 Miler and Terrifying 2 Miler. Costume contest, music by

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Oct. 27 Where: Majestic Pines Community Church, 930 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi Details: Parents and kids through sixth grade. Candy, popcorn, games, prizes, moonwalk, box maze. Costumes encouraged. Contact: 651-653-4950

‘LIKE’ DOCUMENTARY SCREENING When: 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28 Where: Liberty Classical Academy, 3878 Highland Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Free screening of the documentary “Like,” which shines light on social media and a culture that does not promote self-regulation or boundaries when it comes to technology usage. Panel discussion follows with educators, family ministry professionals and counselors. Contact: 651-7722777 or liberty classicalacademy.org

BOO BASH When: 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Where: Kowalsi’s Markets, including White Bear Lake and Shoreview Details: Kids can dress up in costumes and trick-or-treat throughout the store.

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR IRISH GENEALOGY

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When: 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Certified genealogist Tom Rice will provide an introduction to the tools for finding ancestors in Ireland: most important record types, Irish geographic terms, Irish names, key Irish genealogy web sites and books. Free. Contact: whitebearhistory. org

When: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Where: Cerenity Senior Care, 1900 Webber St., White Bear Lake Details: Kids of all ages are invited to a free Halloween event with candy, popcorn and prizes. Wear a costume. Contact: 651-232-1828 or cerenityseniorcare.org

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WITH THE MIGHTY ORGAN

When: 5:30-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Bruentrup Heritage Farm, 2170 East County Road D, Maplewood Details: Enjoy a pig roast, drinks,appetizers, and live country and ‘50s music with Proud Mary and the Proud Ones. $16; cash bar. Adults 21+. Dress for the weather. Contact: 651-330-3862 or facebook.com/events/ 2097197730576153

When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 Where: St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi Details: Familyfriendly organ concert featuring organist Bill Chouinard. Kids encouraged to wear non-violent costumes for kids parade through the sanctuary. Contact: 651-762-9141 or saintandrews.org

WHITE BEAR LAKE FARMERS MARKET When: 8 a.m.-noon Fridays, June 28- Oct. Where: Washington Ave. and 4th St., downtown White Bear Lake Details: Organic produce, natural meats and cheeses, honey, syrup, baked goods, plants and flowers. Contact: 651-747-3650 or whitebearlake.org

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FARMERS MARKET

When: 2-6 p.m. Wednesdays, June - Oct. When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Where: Helene Houle Oct. 29 Medical Center parking lot, 1155 E. County Rd. E Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, Details: 30 selling spaces 4941 Long Ave., White with produce grown Bear Lake within 50 miles of St. Paul. Details: Family group from Sarasota, FL plays Contact: 651-485-9532 or two trumpets and a cityvadnaisheights.com piano and arrangements by compositional giants FRIGHT FARM as Beethoven, Debussy, HAUNTED HOUSE Ravel, Gershwin, Puccini, Verdi, and When: 7-11 p.m. Fridays Bizet. Tickets $25-$38. and Saturdays through October; and Oct. 31 Contact: Where: 2020 White Bear 651-429-5674 or Ave. N., Maplewood lakeshoreplayers.org Details: One of the scariest attractions THE SCOTTIE MILLER in the area, located BAND among the relics of the When: 7:30 p.m. Ramsey County Poor Wednesday, Oct. 30 Farm and Cemetery. Where: Hanifl Other activities on Performing Arts Center, the grounds including 4941 Long Ave., White rides, selfie spots, Bear Lake food and beverages. Details: Night of “Blues, Operated by the Ramsey Brews, and BBQ Series” County Sheriff’s Office. Tickets $12. featuring food trucks, VIP BBQ buffet and Contact: frightfarm.org concert with Blues performer Scottie Miller. Tickets $25-$30. NEIGHBORHOODS Contact: 651-429-5674 or NEARBY lakeshoreplayers.org

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Tamarack Trick or Treat When: Register for times at 3, 3:20, 3:40 or 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Non-spooky event includes

CHILI FUNDRAISER When: 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30 Where: The Pillars of White Bear Lake, 4650 Centerville Rd. Details: Chili bar, cornbread, salad and dessert for $5. Supports the local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Call or e-mail to RSVP by 10/25. Contact: 651-762-6119 or kbourqu1@fairview.org

TRICK OR TREAT AT THE FILLEBROWN HOUSE When: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31 Where: The Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Trick-ortreaters invited to get a treat on Halloween night. Contact: 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org

COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN PARTY When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 East County Road F Details: Free community event with treats, children’s entertainment, balloon animals, refreshments. Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com

games, hand-pressed cider, encounters with live animals and costumes characters handing out treats along the prairie loop trail. Registration required. Contact: 651-407-5350 or ramseycounty.us

Wolak (clarinet) play ROTARY STRIVE SCHOLARSHIP RACE: a uniquely orchestrated KOWALSKI’S STRIVE 10 repertoire of baroque, MILER AND 5K classical, folk and When: Noon Sunday, Nov. 3 Where: The Boatworks Commons, 4495 Lake Ave S., White Bear Lake Details: Course around White Bear Lake. Register online; proceeds go to the Strive Scholarship Inc. Fund. Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female fi nishers in each group. Contact: whitebearrotary.org

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contemporary music. Tickets $28-$38 Contact: 651-429-5674 or lakeshoreplayers.org

SILVER HARMONY SINGERS 23RD ANNUAL FOOD SHELF BENEFIT When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 Where: Parkview United Church of Christ, 3737 Bellaire Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Free performance of “Joyful Oldies” to benefit the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. Donations of food items or money accepted. Contact: 612-867-2171

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When: 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; 10-11 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays SAM REEVES AND and Thursdays, Sept. FRIENDS 7-Oct. 20 When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Where: Pine Tree Apple Oct. 20 Orchard, 450 Apple Where: Lakewood Orchard Rd, Dellwood EIS TRIO: THE JAZZ Worship Center, Details: Wagon rides run EFFECT 2080 Woodlynn Ave., continuously. When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Maplewood Contact: 651-429-7202 or Oct. 27 Details: Gospel and Jazz pinetreeappleorchard. Where: Hanifl performance. Free will Performing Arts Center, com offering. 4941 Long Ave., White Contact: 651-226-4289 Bear Lake PUMPKIN PATCH AND Details: The Ebony CORN MAZE BRIDGE & WOLAK: Ivory and Spruce When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. DOUBLE DOUBLE DUO Trio plays Ragtime, Saturdays and Sundays, When: 7:30 p.m. Impressionists, French Sept. 21-Oct. 20; also 1-4 Wednesday, Oct. 23 Modernists from p.m. Wednesday-Friday Where: Hanifl the interwar period, starting Oct. 2 Performing Arts Center, American giants like Where: Pine Tree Apple 4941 Long Ave., White Gershwin and Monk, Orchard, 450 Apple Bear Lake tangos from Piazzolla Orchard Rd, Dellwood and songs from Details: Musical Details: Maze takes an songwriters like Burt team Michael Bridge average of 30 minutes Bacharach and Stevie (accordions) and Kornel

HAUNTED HISTORY TROLLEY TOUR When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 and 25; and Saturday, Oct. 19 and 26 Where: The Zephyr Theatre 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Travel the city to areas of Stillwater’s haunted past, including true -to-life stories told by actors wandering the trolley and unearthing ghosts of the past. $40/ person. Contact: mywahooadventures. com

WARGO FALL FESTIVAL When: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Free family event with ciderpress, pioneer games, and self-guided nature activities. Contact: 651-982-2440 or

PIG ROAST AT BRUENTRUP HERITAGE FARM

OCTOBER COMEDY SHOW When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 Where: Running Aces Harness Park, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Comedy Show with headliner Kristen Toomey from Kevin Hart’s LOL Network, featuring Trevor Anderson and hosted by Dan Hinnenkamp. Tickets $20 in advance; $25 day of show. Contact: 651-925-4600 or runaces.com

SKI SWAP When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 Where: Forest Lake High School, 6101 Scandia Trail N. Details: Deals on used skis, snowboards and equipment. Free admission. Cash or check payment only. Proceeds benefit the Forest Lake High School Alpine Ski Team. Contact: facebook.com/ ForestLakeSkiSwap

TRICK OR TREATING ON MAIN ST. When: Noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 27 Where: Main Street businesses, downtown Stillwater Details: Trick or Treat at downtown merchants. Participating businesses will post a sign. Contact: mainstreet stillwateriba.com

FRIGHT FARM LOW SCARE EVENT When: Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27 Where: 2020 White Bear Ave. N., Maplewood Details: Kids can Trick or Treat in a real haunted house or ride the Fangmobile. Admission $6; all ages. Contact: frightfarm.org

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LOOKING BACK Week of October 13-19, 2019 Culled from the archives of the White Bear Press at the resource library of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society. 1919 The fast White Bear Foot-Ball team defeated the West Side Rippers by the score of 18-0. The score does not indicate the strength of the White Bears as this was their first game. At three o’clock sharp Referee Herbert flipped the coin and Seidel of the Rippers won. He decided to receive, Henkel booted the ball to the opponents 10 yard line and the game was on. 1944 The KSTP barn dance presented in the High School auditorium on Saturday night was a pleasing success. It was sponsored by the Bears’ Den, Inc., and the proceeds go to the support of that organization. There was a pretty good turnout, the main floor being comfortably filled and a number in the gallery. 1969 The White Bear Lake City Council Tuesday held public hearings pertaining to median strips abutting commercial areas at the intersection of White Bear Avenue and County Road E, and to Ramsey County’s plans on the extension of White Bear Avenue from Spruce Place to Highway 61. 1994 It was 75 years ago that 31 veterans of World War I chartered the American Legion Post 168 with the purpose of dedicating their lives to community service and patriotism in White Bear Lake. And on Oct. 29, the group now 526

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members strong, will hold its diamond jubilee honoring its veterans with a dinner at the American Legion Club, 2210 Third Street, White Bear Lake.

Looking Forward to the Past - Upcoming Historical Society Events Getting Started with Your Irish Genealogy Monday, October 28th 6-7 p.m. at the Ramsey County Library - WBL, 2150 Second Street. Join Certified Genealogist, Tom Rice for an introduction to the key tools for

finding your ancestors in Ireland: most important record types, Irish geographic terms, Irish names, key Irish genealogy web sites and books. FREE event but donations are welcome. Presented by the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society in partnership with Ramsey County Library-White Bear Lake Branch.

Compiled by Gloria Tessier, Meg Todd and Sara Markoe Hanson at the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society, 651-407-5327.

Donation helps fight TCE in honor of classmate with cancer A few years ago Page Stevens of White Bear Lake reconnected with a classmate she hadn't talked to in 55 years. “We attended the same high school for just three years, but because she moved to California, we have not seen each other in over five decades,” Stevens said. “Yet she has made an amazing and selfless gift that will benefit our White Bear area, as well as all Minnesotans.” Stevens suffers from leukemia/non-Hodgkins lymphoma. When her friend heard about her illness, she began to send Stevens little notes, jokes

and cards to lift her spirits during tough chemo months. “In one email to her, I happened to mention the news story about a local business that had been spewing unconscionable levels of carcinogenic emissions for 17 years. She wrote immediately, asking how she could help. I responded by saying her concern was a gift in itself. She became as outraged as all of us regarding the illegal actions of Water Gremlin and the health risks the company had imposed upon me and our unsuspecting community.

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“I told her about the incredible job a local grassroots organization was doing to fight for a state ban of TCE, a highly toxic, hazardous chemical. I explained that the Neighborhood Concerned Citizens Group (NCCG) was started by a small group of dedicated women who have spent countless hours advocating for desperately needed changes here in White Bear and throughout the state. They have been encouraging legislators to make Minnesota the fi rst state to ban TCE, to hold Water Gremlin and the MPCA accountable and to encourage legislators to create a better oversight method. Clearly, allowing industries to 'self-report' is not working.” Steven's friend was so impressed with the work NCCG had been doing that she wanted to make a donation to them. “I thought that was a really nice gesture,” Stevens noted, “knowing that the group could probably use a small donation to cover mailings, stamps, posters, etc. Imagine my surprise when the check arrived for $500.” The ladies on the NCCG board were moved to tears when they learned it was from an anonymous donor who recognized their important work from halfway across the country. “Hopefully my long-lost friend’s generous gift will serve as an inspiration to others who appreciate the commendable work being done by the Neighborhood Concerned Citizens Group,” Stevens stated. “We would never have had this reprehensible situation gain the momentum it has with politicians, the governor and the news media without the ongoing efforts of these diligent, hard-working women. Because we’ve learned many other companies throughout the state are still using TCE and other dangerous chemicals, we realize reforms and statewide crackdowns on pollution must be made. I hope my story motivates other people to get involved or make a donation, too.” Information on NCCG and its advocacy work can be found at wbanccg.org.

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ribbon cutting Oct. 8 attended by County Commissioner Victoria Reinhardt and Mayor Jo Emerson. Post member John Lauer did the cutting. — Shari Wilson

2. Cerenity Wellness Coach Gina Jagger-Dedrick and Cerenity resident Ellie Fredrickson at Rudy’s Red Eye Grill for the Rotary Senior Picnic. — Submitted

5. Cherice Tveit and her dog Duke meet Scouts Emmett See and Gannon Hamen selling products at a Mahtomedi strip mall. — Carter Johnson

3. The NE Metro Referral Group presented an honorary membership to Maria Raasch, a client at Merrick, Inc. for her community involvment with anti-bullying. The group also gave $200 to help fund her efforts. Pictured with Raasch are several members of the referral group, from left: Glenn Lutz, WB Trailer Sales; Bill Kolesar, United States Business Printing; Anna Lovegren, Boyum & Barenscherr, CPAs; Bill Weigel, Bill Weigel Signs; and Karen Herrera, Merrick, Inc. — Submitted 4. The White Bear Lake American Legion Post celebrated 100 years with a

6. Mahtomedi Middle School volleyball players are finishing up a fun season of competition. Pictured here from left, are 7th graders Gertie Drennan, Esme Roux, and Cadence Pompilio. Mahtomedi Community Education teams participate in the Metro East Middle School Conference. — Jana Swanson 7. Ginger the hedgehog appeared at GoodKids downtown White Bear Lake during storytime last month. Author Sara Marie Moore read her book “The Spike Cream Woods,” which features Ginger in an ice cream forest. The children’s store holds monthly storytimes with authors. — Submitted

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Parents-run ‘Grassroots’ soccer league is low-key option for kids BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Two years ago, when recreation soccer for ages eight and nine was cut by parks and recreation, a few affected families got together to mull what to do. Erin Burton remembers one mom lamenting to her daughter, “We're done. It happened with your sister too, and there are no options for us anymore.” And her daughter cried out, “No, mommy! I don’t want to quit soccer.” That was “heartbreaking,” Burton said. Other parents told about checking with nearby communities like Lino Lakes and Stillwater. So the parents decided to take matters into their own hands. Led by Burton, they formed the Northeast Metro Grassroots Soccer League, which concluded its second season with a tournament Sept. 25. “NMGS is family-friendly, player-centered, and affordable, soccer option for their children,” explained Burton, who coaches her two kids. The league had 25 players the first year with games on Tuesday nights. Participation more than doubled, to about 60 players, in 2019, with five teams of 10 to 12 each. This year, the kids had opportunity to play 10 games, in separate early- and late-summer sessions, plus the tournament at Clearwater Creek Park in Lino Lakes. In pondering how to set up the league, Burton hearkened to the 1993 hit baseball movie “The Sandlot” about kids who met at a neighborhood park after school to play ball with no adults needed. “We like to think of our league as a ‘sandlot’ league, where kids can meet after school to get out and play the great game of soccer.” Almost all the players are White Bear Lake school district students, seven to 13 years old. Teams are co-ed and consist of friends, siblings, classmates. The skill levels vary from kids who’ve never played soccer to those who’ve been in competitive leagues. Coaches are volunteers. Equipment is donated by families and one business, Lux Family Chiropractic. Fields are set up on various public park green spaces, so there is no rental fee. Coaches referee the games, so there’s no officiating fees. The only cost is $19 for the jersey. Plus, there’s never any weekend commitments. “The league is a perfect fit for our son — fun, non-competitive, and, since it is parent-run, the costs and time commitment are very reasonable,” said Rebecca Sells. “We are excited that Alex will be able to

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continue to play soccer though elementary school.” Amber Moravec was elated that her three kids, age seven, 10 and 11, could play on the same team. “It isn’t often that this is an option, and we as a family enjoyed every minute.” Parks and recreation discontinued the age 8-9 rec league because it works closely with White Bear Soccer Club, which prefers that kids at that age make a much bigger commitment in time and fees. That left soccer families with two options — competitive soccer leagues, or WBSC’s academy program — at costs of $900 to $1500 and considerable time and travel commitments. Those options are fine with many young players, but are not for everyone. “All our kids participate in many different activities,” said Chris Voeller, mother of Mason, age 9. “They love playing soccer, but committing to play for 10 months of the year was not something we wanted to pursue.” One aspect of organized soccer that Burton was not crazy about was the station-to-station drills to teach fundamentals, as opposed to playing actual soccer, when her kids were age four and five. “It was a month before I could start coaching my team,” said Burton, who has a master's in physical education pedagogy, and has coached youth soccer since high school.

So, there’s no fundamentals drills in Grassroots, however beneficial other soccer organizations might find them. Practices are run in a play-practice-play format with no trainers. Players are encouraged to run their own games and scrimmages as much as possible, with coaches available to help with conflicts, subbing, and timekeeping. Suzanne Wilson said her son can just enjoy soccer without pressure to be perfect: “The coaches ensure all kids are engaged and having a good time. We can’t wait until spring.” Burton’s son Carter, 8, said, “I like that we get to scrimmage and play games a lot in grassroots. We learn our skills while we play games, not by doing drills.” Her daughter Kiera, 9, said, “I love Grassroots soccer because I get to play with my friends and my brother. The practices are fun because we get to create our own soccer activities, and the games are fun because we get to play against a lot of people we know. I also like that the games and practices are close to home.” Mason Voeller added, “I really like the year-end tournament. Games are nice, but it really becomes fun when there is a tournament and winners get medals.’”

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Zephyrs lose ‘state calibre’ section tennis final to Mounds View 4-3

Section finals stats Mounds View 4, Mahtomedi 3 Singles: (1) Lauren Splett, Mah, def. Molly Austin 6-2, 6-2 (2) Annika Munson, Mah, def. Emma Sun 6-0, 6-0 (3) Katia Bartels, MV, def. Chloe Irvine 6-2, 6-2 (4) Mari Meger, Mah, def.

White Bear Lake butted heads with a Lakeville North defense that was very difficult to budge on Friday evening. The No. 5 ranked Panthers (6–1) stymied the Bears 23-7 in Lakeville, keeping the visitors’ offense out of the end zone throughout the cold (mid 30’s) evening. North has held five of seven opponents to seven points or less. “We just struggled to block them. They are big, fast and athletic, which we knew going in,” Bear coach Ryan Bartlett said. “Their front seven is really tough to run on, and we struggled with them all night.” Still, the Bears were within 14-7 in the third quarter. “So I was proud that we kept fighting all night,” Bartlett said. “Our defense played hard. We really battled hard and fought back after a rough start. I think if we take the lessons from this it will really help us next week and in the playoffs.” The Bears (3-4) averted a shutout by scoring on a special teams play in the third period. On a punt by Cam Zaleski that traveled 52 yards, the Panthers fumbled into the end zone, with Zach Kuyava pouncing on the ball for a touchdown. The Bears were limited to 43 ground yards in 21 attempts. Brice Peters gained 30 yards in five carries and caught four passes for 45 yards. Zaleski, season rushing leader, was held to 20 yards in 10 carries. Branden Berwald completed 12 of 23 passes for 92 yards. Sammy Russ caught five for 36 yards. Logan Freeburg was North’s offensive engine, carting 30 times for 166 yards and touchdowns from 42, four and one yard. Brady Redenbaugh added 78 yards in eight rushes. Preston Fisk kicked a 24-yard field goal. The Bears will host Woodbury (4-3) in the regular-season finale on Wednesday evening.

SPORTS BRIEFS Zephyr boys soccer falls in section semi’s Mahtomedi’s boys soccer season ended with a first-round loss to St. Paul Washington 3-2 at home Saturday in Section 4A. Htoo Lat Lat booted two goals and Gutu Ragassa one goal for the No. 5 seeded Eagles. No. 4 Mahtomedi, the defending section champion, finished with an 8-5-3 record, including 1-2-3 in the last six games.

Zephyr girls soccer reaches section finals The Mahtomedi girls soccer team started its bid for a third consecutive state Class A title by defeating Mounds Park Academy 8-0 on Saturday. Lauren Heinsch scored three goals, Anna Wagner two, and Ellie McCormick, Katelyn Beulke, and Audrey Barry one each. The No. 2 seeded Zephyrs (11-2-2) advanced to the semifinals against No. 3 St. Paul Como Park (12-3-1) at home Tuesday. The finals will be held Thursday at high seed. The other semifinal was Minnehaha Academy vs. No. 1 Hill-Murray.

White Bear swimmers 4th at section true-team The White Bear Lake swimmers placed fourth of five teams at the Section 4AA meet Friday and Saturday in Stillwater. Top finishes for the Bears were by Annika Arends, fifth in diving; Ainsley Durand, eighth in 500 freestyle and ninth in individual medley; Emma

Masso, eighth in butterfly; Lacy Siedschlag ninth and Julia Juelich 10th in 50 freestyle; Mackenzie Petty, ninth in 100 freestyle; and Sydney Beck, 10th in backstroke.

Bear girls fall to Raptors 2-1 in soccer, finish 12-4-1 A strong White Bear Lake girls soccer season ended with a 2-1 loss to East Ridge in the Section 4AA semifinals at home Thursday evening. “We had numerous good scoring chances late in the game, but East Ridge held on to win,” said Bears cocoach Dave Ashley. The No. 2 seeded Bears finished 12-41, including a previous 1-0 win over No. 3 East Ridge (8-7-1). Kayla Anderson scored for the Bears on a penalty kick, pouncing on the rebound after the goalie stopped the initial kick. The senior forward had 25 goals this season and 64 in the last three. Paige Pederson scored both East Ridge goals on set pieces from 25 to 30 yards out, both on direct kicks. The Bears won their section opener 7-0 over North St. Paul on Tuesday. Jasmin Blair booted two goals, and Anderson, Lauren Eckerle, Mackenzie Ternes, Sam Burket, and Kylie Amon notched one apiece.

White Bear Lake tennis picked up two victories in the Section 4AA tournament last week after getting just one in the regular season. “We had a tough season playing in a lot of tight, close matches, not quite getting the closing finish we were hoping for,” coach Jackson Farley said. “So ended on a higher note, with losing in the quarters in our section.” The Bears, seeded No. 10 among 16 teams, beat St. Paul Washington Technology Magnet 7-0 in the play-in, then edged No. 7 Irondale 4-3, before losing to eventual champion Mounds View 7-0 in the quarterfinals. Their final record was 3-14 with a conference win against Forest Lake. Leading the Bears lineup were Mary Enright at No. 1 singles and Grace Wilson and Amy Hirsh at No. 1 doubles, all seniors.

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Two of the top four teams in the state battled for a state girls tennis tournament slot last Wednesday. Mounds View will be that team. The Mustangs fought off Mahtomedi 4-3 for the Section 4AA championship at the U of M’s Baseline Courts. "No doubt about it, this was a state-tournament caliber match,” said Mahtomedi coach Aaron Freer. “We needed one more match to go our way, but today Mounds View had the edge and they deserve credit for that.” Mahtomedi has been ranked No. 3 since upending the Mustangs 5-2 at home Sept. 18. The Mustangs were ranked third then, and No. 4 since. Edina and Minnetonka are 1-2. Mounds View won the rematch by loading up their doubles, which they swept. “I knew, based on our previous match, we had to sweep doubles, and win three or four singles, to beat them, because they have two very strong singles players,” Mounds View coach Scott Sundstrom said. Mahtomedi was up 2-0 as Lauren Splett and Annika Munson quickly won at 1-2 singles. Mounds View

pulled even with wins by Katia Bartels at 3-singles, and by 1-doubles, where they had their two of their three best players. Then, within 30 seconds of each other, they concluded wins at 2-doubles and 3-doubles for the clincher. Still on the court was 4-doubles, where Mahtomedi’s Mari Meger prevailed 6-4, 1-6, 10-5. Mahtomedi beat Centennial 6-1 in the semifinals and finished duals 17-3, their other losses coming against No. 1’s Edina (AA) and Blake (A). Mounds View is 15-3, their other two losses to Edina. “I am so very proud of our team this year and it's an honor to be their coach,” Freer said. “I think we fought hard. Some days you just aren’t as good as the other team,” said Splett, a junior who alternates at 1-2 with eighth-grader Munson. “Yes, I’m disappointed, but Mounds View is a very good team, too. We beat them once and we lost to them today.”

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Lauren Heinsch, Mahtomedi co-captain, pumped in three goals in each of the Zephyrs’ last two games, which were wins over Tartan and Mounds Park Academy. The senior forward has been one of their offensive leaders for two seasons and made all-state tournament on last year’s state champion team.

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Mindfulness: Maintaining moment-by-moment awareness “The practice has been extremely good for me. I am 83 years old and I do not exercise because I don’t enjoy it, but I have a blood pressure and resting pulse rate to be envied.� Mary Jo Meadow Mindfulness teacher

DID YOU KNOW Studies have shown that practicing mindfulness, even for just a few weeks, can bring a variety of physical, psychological and social benefits: • After just eight weeks of training, practicing mindfulness meditation boosts our immune system’s ability to ďŹ ght off illness. Practicing mindfulness may also improve sleep quality. • It can increase positive emotions while reducing negative emotions and stress. Some studies also suggest it may be as good as antidepressants in ďŹ ghting depression. SUBMITTED

Mary Jo Meadow, 83, has taught mindfulness classes since 1987. A class will be held in White Bear Lake in November.

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Eighty-three-year-old Columbus resident Mary Jo Meadow swears by the practice she has been teaching for over 30 years in the U.S., Scotland, England, Australia and Canada. Meadow has taught mindfulness classes at hospitals, prisons and various community education programs, but this year will mark the fi rst year that she will venture into the White Bear Lake school and Centennial districts. “The practice has been extremely good for me,� she said. “I am 83 years old and I do not exercise because I don't enjoy it, but I have a blood pressure and resting pulse rate to be envied. I do have arthritis, osteoporosis and hearing loss, which most women my age wind up having to deal with, but other than that I am in excellent health.� Meadow added that through mindfulness, stretching and massage, she has been able to manage arthritis and osteoporosis without pain medications. According to Psychology Today, mindfulness is a state of active, open attention to the present. This state encompasses observing one’s thoughts and feelings without judging them as good or bad. To live mindfully is to live in the moment and reawaken oneself to the present, rather than dwelling on the past or anticipating the future. Mindfulness can also be a healthy way to identify and manage emotions that are causing problems. It allows people to be more aware of their physical and emotional conditions without getting bogged down in self-criticism and judgment. Meadow was a professor of psychology and religious studies at Minnesota State-Mankato for several years before she retired in 1998 to pursue a career in teaching meditation/mindfulness/ lovingkindness both locally and around the world. “When I fi rst started teaching mindfulness,

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very few people had ever heard of it and you had to explain it. Now it is everywhere because its benefits are being recognized,� she said. Meadow has published seven books, written hundreds of published articles and served as the president of several divisions of the American Psychological Association. “My retirement project is to teach as many people as I can about how to practice mindfulness,� she said. “It is a wonderful practice. So many people talk about how it helps with anxiety, depression, stress, pain. Whatever they have come for, it has helped them. In general, it improves life quality.� In addition to mindfulness classes in Lino Lakes, Forest Lake and Wyoming this fall, Meadow will also teach classes on the topic of lovingkindness in Forest Lake, White Bear Lake and Wyoming. Meadow described lovingkindness as a “companion practice� to mindfulness, that teaches “how to have gentle kindness toward ourselves and others. It teaches compassion, joy and equanimity and develops self-acceptance, better working with problem relationships and a caring and compassionate heart.� Meadow teaches classes in both the fall and spring but takes the winters off. For those who have attended one of Meadow's classes, they are invited to attend a free sitting group for follow-up as often as they choose. She currently offers groups four times a month at four locations and said she would be willing to add

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another location if it makes sense. For more information, or to register, contact Meadow at resecum@msn.com or visit the local community education websites. Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE OPEN WATER THIS WINTER To whom it may concern; There will be an aeration/bubbling system on WKH HDVW VKRUH RI :KLWH %HDU /DNH 01 PRUH VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ DW 3DUN $YHQXH Mahtomedi, MN 55115. Please be aware of the open water and thin ice at that location. Thin ice signs and fencing will be around this open area roughly 50 feet from shore. The system will be turned on November 15, 2019 and run through the ice out (roughly April 10, 2020). Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 9 and 16, 2019.

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CITY OF GEM LAKE, RAMSEY COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 133 AN ORDINANCE REGULATING SNOWPLOWING DRIVEWAYS WITHIN THE CITY OF GEM LAKE, MINNESOTA. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GEM LAKE ORDAINS: • That the property owner is responsible for the removal of the snow from the driveway. • The state of Minnesota has a law forbidding that the snow cannot be pushed in the street, in a culvert or on another person’s property or right of way. • If this is violated, the property will be fined $250 for each occurrence • If not paid, the property will be assessed for the fine(s). Effective date: 11/19/2019 Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 16, 2019.

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 4th day of November 2019 at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall located on Kimbro Avenue. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an application for a Variance from wetland setbacks to replace a septic system located at 6764 Manning Avenue N, Grant, MN. Kim Points, Administrator/Clerk City of Grant, Minnesota Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 16, 2019.

CITY OF GRANT NOTICE OF HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Grant will meet in the Council Chambers of Town Hall, located at 8380 Kimbro Avenue North, Grant, at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, November 4th, 2019 to consider the making of an improvement on the following paved streets: Janero Court North, Justen Trail North, Grenelefe Avenue North, Jody Avenue & Court North, 103rd Street & Court North, Juno Avenue North, Joliet Avenue North, 101st Street North & Kelman Court North, the project improvement shall include pavement rehabilitation, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 429.011 to 429.111. The estimated cost for this improvement is $2,095,156. A reasonable estimate of the impact of the assessment will be available at the hearing. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is the property abutting such street. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting. Written and oral comments will be considered. Persons who require this information in another format should contact City of Grant at (651) 426-3383 at least 72 hours prior to the public hearing. Kim Points - City Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 16 and 23, 2019.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI PUBLIC NOTICE MUNICIPAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 5, 2019 Mahtomedi’s municipal election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, from 7 AM to 8 PM, at two polling places: Precinct 1 — District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Avenue, and Precinct 2 — St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Road. The Mayor and two Council member positions are up for re-election for four year terms. Candidate for the Mayor position is: Jud Marshall. Candidates for the Council positions are: Dick Brainerd and Jane Schneeweis. Jerene Rogers, City Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 16 and 23, 2019.

CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE AND WHITE BEAR LAKE MAIN STREET INC. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING 2020 AND 2021 SPECIAL SERVICES DISTRICT LEVY Notice is hereby given that the City Council of White Bear Lake, Minnesota will hold a public hearing in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 4701 Highway 61 on October 22, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to re-establish the “Downtown Special Service District Service Charge Levy” (“Levy”) pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 428A.01 to 428A.10, inclusive. The properties to be included in the Special Service District, and thus subject to the levy, are illustrated on the Downtown Service District map available for review at City Hall. The general nature of the improvements and services to be provided within the district and paid for (in whole or in part) with Levy proceeds includes payment for general promotions including: beautification, recruitment and district-wide marketing and advertising. The proposed Levy is for two years with the total amount of all service charges proposed for calendar years 2020 and 2021 not to exceed $45,000 per year. The service charge for each affected property shall again be based on each property’s building square footage. The formula is based on the gross square footage of each business with the multiplier for the first floor of .09432 and all other non-resident floors at .01960. The proposed minimum for first floor properties is $135 and the proposed maximum for any property is $1,600. A petition of affected property owners, as required by Minnesota Statutes, Section 428A.08, is in the possession of “Main Street, Inc.” representing downtown business establishments. All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard at the hearing regarding the proposed service charge. Signed: Sandy Matzdorf, President, Main Street Board Kerri Kindsvater, Finance Director, City of White Bear Lake Published two times in the White Bear Press October 2 and 16, 2019.

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, October 28, 2019 beginning at 7:00 p.m. to hear and make a recommendation to the City Council on the following requests: • Case No. 19-9-V: A request by Bruggeman Builders LLC for a five foot variance from the 15-foot side yard setback requirement, per Code Section 1303.080, Subd.5.c.2.b, in order to build a triplex 10 feet from the west property line on the portion of the property located north of County Road D at 2687 County Road D. • Case No. 19-5-CUP & 19-6-Z: A request by Lotus Recovery for a text amendment to Code Section 1302.140, “Day Care and Group Care Facilities” to allow a Group Care Facility with 7 or more individuals as a Conditional Use in residential zoning districts, and a Conditional Use Permit, per the amended code, to operate a 16-bed residential treatment center for chemically dependent individuals at the property located at 3561 White Bear Avenue. • Case No. 19-7-Z: A City-Initiated text amendment to Sign Code at Section 1202.040, Subd.2 to allow Drive-Thru Signs to utilize dynamic display style sign faces. Unless continued by the Planning Commission, case A will be heard by the City Council on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Unless continued by the Planning Commission, cases B and C will be heard by the City Council on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 and Tuesday, December 10, 2019. If there are questions concerning these applications, please call the City’s

Planning and Zoning Office at (651) 429-8561. Comments may be presented at the public hearing or filed with the Planning office 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. Kara Coustry, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 16, 2019.

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WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Town Board of the Town of White Bear, Ramsey County, Minnesota, will meet at Heritage Hall, 4200 Otter Lake Road, in said Town on Monday, November 4, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., to consider the following item: • Vacation of a Drainage & Utility Easement described as follows: That part of the 30 foot wide permanent utility easement originally described in Document Number 2458204 described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of Lot 4, Block 1, Microvena Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota; thence North 89 degrees 25 minutes 15 seconds East, assumed bearing along the north line of said Lot 4, a distance of 398.89 feet; thence South 42 degrees 12 minutes 30 seconds West, a distance of 51.90 feet; thence southwesterly 27.97 feet along a tangential curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 374.05 feet and a central angle of 04 degrees 17 minutes 06 seconds to the point of beginning of the easement to be vacated; thence continuing southwesterly 129.63 feet along the previously described curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 374.05 feet and a central angle of 19 degrees 51 minutes 19 seconds; thence South 18 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds West, a distance of 69.63 feet; thence South 79 degrees 33 minutes 21 seconds East, a distance of 30.27 feet; thence North 18 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds East, a distance of 65.62 feet; thence northeasterly 116.68 feet along a tangential curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 344.05 feet and a central angle of 19 degrees 25 minutes 54 seconds; thence North 47 degrees 13 minutes 55 seconds West, a distance of 30.12 feet to the point of beginning, and to pass upon objections and recommendations, if any, and to conduct any and all business incident hereto. Given under my hand this 7th day of October, 2019. BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS PATRICK CHRISTOPHERSON, Clerk-Treasurer Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 16 and 23, 2019.

RAMSEY COUNTY ELECTIONS NOTICE OF ELECTION CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA SCHOOLS RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Notice is hereby given that a general election will be conducted on November 5, 2019 in the City of White Bear Lake and for the White Bear Lake Area Schools. The hours of voting in all polling places will be from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The following offices will be on the ballot. City of White Bear Lake Council Member – Ward 1, 3, 5 White Bear Lake Area Schools School Board Member – Three at-large seats Voting will take place at the following polling places. Gem Lake 1 Heritage Hall 4200 Otter Lake Rd 55110 Hugo 1-1 Hugo Fire Hall 5325 140th Ave N 55038 2-2B Oneka Elementary School 4888 Heritage Pkwy N 55038 3-3A Hugo City Hall 14669 Fitzgerald Ave N 55038 Little Canada 2 Little Canada Elementary School 400 Eli Road 55117 Maplewood 8 Ramsey County Library 3025 Southlawn Dr 55109 North Oaks 2 Presbyterian Homes/Waverly Gardens 5919 Centerville Rd 55127 Vadnais Heights 1 Vadnais Heights Commons 655 County Road F E 55127 2 Vadnais Heights Commons 655 County Road F E 55127 3 Vadnais Heights Commons 655 County Road F E 55127 4 Vadnais Heights South Fire Station 3595 Arcade St N 55127 White Bear Lake 1-1 White Bear Lake City Hall-Council Chambers 4701 Highway 61 55110 2-1 White Bear Lake Library 2150 2nd St 55110 3-1 Sunrise Park Middle School Gym 2399 Cedar Ave 55110 3-2 Sunrise Park Middle School Gym 2399 Cedar Ave 55110 4-1 Golfview Building 2449 Orchard Ln 55110 5-1 St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church 1965 County Road E E 55110 White Bear Township 1 Otter Lake Elementary School 1401 County Road H2 E 55110 2 Lakeshore Players Theatre 4941 Long Ave 55110 3 South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church 2480 South Shore Blvd 55110 4 Heritage Hall 4200 Otter Lake Rd 55110 You may locate your polling place at mnvotes.org. A public test of the voting systems to be used in the general election will be conducted on October 25, 2019 at 1 p.m., at the Ramsey County Elections office in Saint Paul. Complete information on voter registration and absentee voting for the primary is available at rcelections.org; you may also email elections@ ramseycounty.us or call 651-266-2171. Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 9 and 16, 2019.

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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: ARH Consulting 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 2617 Aspen Court White Bear Lake, MN 55110 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Alison R Hruby 2617 Aspen Court White Bear Lake, MN 55110 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: September 23, 2019 Signed: Alison R Hruby - owner Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 9 and 16, 2019.

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: Portway & Co. 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: Portway Companies Ltd. 5210 Bald Eagle Blvd. E St. 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. Robert J Portway 5210 Bald Eagle Blvd. E St. 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: September 1, 2019 Signed: Robert J Portway Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 9 and 16, 2019.

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“GEMINI MAN” (PG-13) [VIOLENCE AND ACTION THROUGHOUT AND BRIEF STRONG LANGUAGE.] — When a highly skilled, 51-year-old assassin (Will Smith) learns from a friend (Douglas Hodge) that the man he shot on a moving train was not a terrorist in Ang Lee’s action-packed, fast-paced, entertaining, wit-dotted, violent, 3D, 117-minute thriller, he goes on the run with another agent (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) and a longtime pilot friend (Benedict Wong) after he becomes the target of a powerful bigwig (Clive Owen) who sends his younger, more agile clone to take him down.

“LUCY IN THE SKY” (R) [LANGUAGE AND SOME SEXUAL CONTENT.] — When a smart, ambitious, driven, workaholic, NASA astronaut (Natalie Portman), who is married to PR NASA employee (Dan Stevens) and cares for her teenage niece (Pearl Amanda Dickson), returns to Earth after a mind-blowing space mission in this quirky, disappointing, factually inspired, lackluster, star-studded (Ellen Burstyn, Nick Offerman, Jeffrey Donovan, and Tig Notaro), 124-minute film, she begins an affair with a fellow astronaut (Jon Hamm) and upon learning he is also dating an AfricanAmerican astronaut trainee (Zazie Beetz) becomes increasingly unstable, agitated, and frantic as she spirals into a mental breakdown.

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