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WWII vet surprised by his longevity BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

There aren't many WWII veterans left; especially one with his memory intact. At 97, Dick Arcand of Gem Lake is rare for other reasons, too. Other than his service in the U.S. Army, he has never left town. His recollections of area history are invaluable, as is his treasure trove of memorabilia. He's been interviewed before. Arcand was raised by his grandmother on a Portland Avenue farm after being orphaned at 7. He attended Beach School #26 until eighth grade then went to White Bear High School where he lettered in football, graduating in 1941. But back to WWII. Two years out of high school, Arcand was drafted. It didn't matter that he was married with a baby at home. He got hitched to a classmate named Shirley Hoffman July 16, 1941. They had become better acquainted a couple years earlier when Shirley asked Dick to skate with her at the Hippodrome. She was the daughter of Henry Hoffman, Gem Lake's first mayor and owner of a produce business at Hoffman Corner. Shirley was the family's documentarian. Back then, she probably called it scrap booking. Dick's Army years are lovingly chronicled in a remarkable album full of photographs, newspaper clippings, greeting cards and bits and pieces of history; like her husband's train ticket when he traveled from Piccadilly Circus in England to Chester. England was Dick's destination after a short training stint at Camp Barkeley, Texas. He expected to work as a clerk for the U.S. Army, but the powers that be decided the war effort had too many clerks. What the Army needed were barbers. Armed with comb, scissors, clippers and straight-edge razor, Arcand learned his craft on board a Dutch ship called the Volendam on his way to England. His barber skills were less than exemplary at first.

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ST. PAUL — District Court Judge Leonardo Castro allowed Water Gremlin employees to return to work Nov. 5 after attorneys for the company and state agencies hashed out an action plan to keep lead dust from leaving the plant. The judge also made it clear he wouldn't hesitate to stop operations if he is not satisfied with the company's efforts to comply. In a joint statement by the Minnesota Department of Health, Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) and Ramsey County Public Health following the Friday hearing, agency officials said they "appreciate the court's action to begin the process of ensuring that Water Gremlin employees and their children are safe from lead poisoning. "These first steps by Water Gremlin are important, but not sufficient, and as the court made clear, will need to be followed by more permanent solutions." The agencies agreed that progress has been made in addressing "serious health concerns" but more work is needed. "Our priority during the coming days will be to effectively monitor Water Gremlin's implementation of the court order and be certain Water Gremlin management and consultants understand clearly what must be done to resume operations safely," the statement read. The company was shut down Oct. 28 after elevated lead levels were found in a dozen children of employees. The district court was then asked to hear the labor department's request to extend the stop order indefinitely. Water Gremlin attorney Thaddeus Lightfoot, an environmental specialist with Dorsey & Whitney LLP, told the judge his client "has moved heaven and earth" to create an acceptable plan for restart. Dubbed the Clean Exit plan, it's divided into three phases. Phase I consists of activities the company will implement in 30 days or less. In the very short-term, employees were to receive third-party training on lead reduction and hazard SEE HEARING, PAGE 9A

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Above, Dick Arcand was a barber with the 81st Hospital Field Unit that followed Gen. George Patton’s Third Army. This picture was taken in Bavaria, Germany. At right, the Gem Lake veteran displays the U.S. Army scrap book his late wife Shirley compiled after the war.

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Army instills veteran with service mentality would do. It has been a lifelong dream of mine to continue that (tradition) and to serve my country,” he said. “It wasn't something that you thought about in our family, it was just when do you leave to do it. I took a lot of pride in that.” Loeks later found out that his biological family (he was adopted through the foster care system at a young age), including both of his parents and his sisters, also had a tradition of Jeff Loeks serving in the military — specifically, the Army. Upon leaving the military, Loeks moved to Denver to

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With a list of service projects that could fill a novel, it is no surprise that Army veteran Jeff Loeks will be recognized with an award later this month. Loeks is a 2019 Wilbur Thomas Community Service Award recipient. The award is presented annually to HealthPartners team members who strive to improve their communities through outstanding volunteer service. Loeks, a White Bear Township resident, is no stranger to coverage in Press Publications' newspapers. Numerous articles have been published about him, all with the common theme of service. Loeks served in the Army’s 3rd Ranger Battalion from 1988 to 1992 and was deployed to the invasion of Panama and Desert Storm. Serving in the military is a tradition in Loeks' family. “Since I was 5 years old, I just knew that that was what I

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Legislators rank TCE ban high on priority list BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

WHITE BEAR LAKE — Area legislators representing both sides of the aisle agreed on one thing at a Saturday forum on trichloroethylene (TCE): they want it banned. There would be exceptions, of course, such as uses in the medical research field, but the three senators and three representatives were confident bills banning the chemical would pass in 2020. Conservation Minnesota hosted the Oct. 26 forum at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center. Its mission, said Policy Director Nels Paulsen, is to remove toxic chemicals from the environment. Paulsen moderated the panel discussion, noting that a year ago, “We didn't expect to be here. We didn't know about this, but now we do and we're going to do something about it.” Paulsen was talking about TCE emissions from Water Gremlin that were made public last January. The company agreed to stop using the solvent March 1 and switched to an alternative, tDCE, until ordered to halt its lead coating operation in August so state agencies could investigate further contamination. One by one, legislators talked about chemicals like TCE and a ban they see as imminent. “We normalize the use of certain chemicals in our society,” said Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn (Dist. 42B-DFL). “I think about lead in particular. It's banned in gasoline and paint, yet we use it for fishing and hunting. We probably wouldn't use toxic chemicals like TCE if we didn't use toxic chemicals like lead. It's all connected.” The representative added she doesn't want to make a ban difficult for businesses. “Not all companies are bad actors,” Becker-Finn said. “We have to think about alternative chemicals. We have to think carefully about bills and weigh the pros and cons.” Sen. Roger Chamberlain (Dist. 38-R) promised to reintroduce a bill to ban TCE next session. “I'm certain we'll get something done with it,” he said. Rep. Ami Wazlawik (Dist. 38B-DFL) was chief author of a bill passed in the House last March banning TCE. “We also got a significant amount of money to look at what businesses are using TCE and to get help to transition businesses off TCE,” she said. A report is expected this month. “We will bring the bill back in 2020,” Wazlawik promised. “I know for sure it will pass the House. The governor has indicated support for a TCE ban, as well.” Wazlawik, who represents White Bear Township, where Water Gremlin is headquartered, noted that TCE is just one toxic chemical companies are using throughout the state. “We need to understand there are many more chemicals,” she said. “We don't know the health impacts on humans. Even ones we know about, like TCE, there's no way to directly link that to anything.” Sen. Chuck Wiger (Dist. 42-DFL) is optimistic a bill banning the chemical will pass the Senate. He told attendees it's important to get to the bottom of what happened in the Water Gremlin case. “We

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Area legislators who participated in the TCE panel discussion included, from left, Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn, Sen. Jason Isaacson, Sen. Roger Chamberlain, Rep. Ami Wazlawik, Rep. Peter Fischer and Sen. Chuck Wiger.

can't let this happen again,” he stated. The company spewed TCE levels in violation of its permit for 17 years. The legislative session starts Feb. 11. Conservation Minnesota's Paulsen pointed out that TCE is not limited to the White Bear area. There are dozens of cities in the state with TCE pollution, he said, mostly underground. The cities of St. Louis Park and Edina, for example, are forced to pay millions to remove TCE from municipal drinking water. A TCE plume is traveling through the groundwater into their drinking water wells, he said. Related issues like state funding for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), or lack thereof; who bears the cost of testing; chemical company lobbyists and transparency at the Capitol, were also discussed. Rep. Peter Fischer blamed influence from industry lobbyists for killing the Senate bill before it got out of conference committee last session. Wazlawik said she has a simple solution: she doesn't meet with the chemical lobby and doesn't listen to them. “Public health is more important to me than chemicals,” she retorted. “I have no interest in people who put profits ahead of people's health.” During a question-and-answer session, one audience member asked if MPCA is at fault. “We have a lot of unanswered questions,” Chamberlain replied. “That is the reason we asked agencies with authority to look into this. We are waiting for the (legislative) auditor's report.” Sen. Jason Isaacson (Dist. 42-R) feels MPCA is not funded properly “to do what we want them to do.” “The problem here is a company created a harm. A company dumped TCE into our environment. We need to focus on that. We don't have funding to actively look for polluters. We have to rely on self-reporting.” As for transparency, negotiations at the Capitol will continue behind closed doors even if some don't like the process. Chamberlain called it “a thorn in my side.” “We work long hours all session to put a fi nal bill together that everyone agrees on. Then they

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turn it over to the leadership folks who go behind closed doors. We're supposed to wait for the smoke to come out of the chimney,” he commented. “We have to manage it differently. I want to interject the committees more into this to make sure we have a voice.” Added Becker-Finn, “The Old Boys’ Club does exist in our Legislature. It's like turning the Titanic. It will take time.” Every panel member acknowledged the advocacy work of the Neighborhood Concerned Citizens Group, “a model for how to look at citizen action in the future,” noted Isaacson. At the forum's end, a White Bear Lake man issued a plea to the panelists. “I want you to remember there are sick people. My wife will never be cured, and I know from the bottom of my heart where it came from. We're not the only ones. There are hundreds in the White Bear Lake area. I want you to think about them.” Denny Stevens was talking about his wife Page, who was diagnosed with a cancer called B cell lymphoma this time last year. It was not her fi rst bout with cancer. In 2006, Stevens was diagnosed with a type of leukemia called CLL or chronic lymphocytic leukemia and shortly after she was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a cancer that originates in the lymphatic system. After multiple chemotherapy treatments, Page's condition is stable.

Lake level lawsuit update Defense briefs from the Department of Natural Resources and intervenors, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township, are due Nov. 12 to the state Supreme Court. Plaintiffs, White Bear Lake Restoration Association and intervening White Bear Lake Homeowners Association, then have until Nov. 22 to file reply briefs. “After that, we wait for the oral arguments to be scheduled,” noted Township attorney Chad Lemmons. He add-

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here are soldiers who weren’t even born when we went to war with terrorists in Afghanistan, referred to as Operation Enduring Freedom. (OEF). Eighteen years and trillions of dollars later, military members are still fighting America’s longest war. By coincidence, my son left on his third deployment on OEF’s birthday, Oct. 7. He is spending Veterans Day and the next eight months in Afghanistan. Veterans Day Nov. 11 has special meaning for this soldier’s mom. My daughter is an Army veteran who served two tours in Afghanistan. Her older brother is still serving active duty, currently at Ft. Drum, New York. Both are White Bear grads. When our son was ordered to Afghanistan to command a medevac Feeling company, he left behind an understandInspired ing wife, also an Army veteran, and our 2-year-old granddaughter. He knew it was Debra Neutkens his turn to go to that wretched country and didn’t complain. He is resigned to deployment, knowing it’s part of the service and duty to country he swore to uphold. We talked about the nine-month deployment before he left, how he felt about being away, again. He spent a ninemonth deployment in Qatar only the year before, missing his daughter’s second birthday. Let’s see, this time he’ll miss her third, plus Thanksgiving and Christmas. He is following in the footsteps of 775,000 other Americans who’ve served at least one tour in Afghanistan since Oct. 7, 2001, when U.S. troops first arrived to battle al-Qaeda after 9-11. This deployment isn’t as hairy as his first, when he was in the thick of things in Helmand Province. People would ask me then if I was worried? I would always answer, “yes, but it’s out of my hands.” So far this year, the defense department reports 17 American service members have been killed in Afghanistan, the deadliest year for U.S. forces since the combat mission officially ended in December 2014. Most of the 14,000 U.S. forces there now serve in a NATO-led mission to advise and assist security forces in their fight against the Taliban and ISIS affiliates. It is mostly Afghan soldiers that medevac units support nowadays, although the Blackhawks are on call 24/7 for any type of emergency. “Is it scary,” I ask, “flying missions at night? ‘Sometimes,’” he replies, especially during the new moon when there is zero illumination — referred to as “red illum” — leaving the country in near total darkness. Even night vision goggles can’t cut through the blackness. He started to describe a particular mission last month flying the Hindu Kush mountain range at night, but stopped. He didn’t want to say something that would cause me angst. I know that so I let it slide. The danger isn’t lost on me. I am proud of my children and their willingness to serve, as I am of every military member. I hope people remember that Freedom isn’t Free on Veterans Day, and the personal sacrifice made by less than 1% of our population. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation last Friday declaring all of November as a month to honor American veterans and military families. In his Nov. 1 message, the country’s chief executive urged communities to “honor the service, sacrifices and contributions of veterans and military families for what they have done and for what they do every day to support our great nation.” Veterans Day has another meaning for me. Nov. 11 also happens to be our son’s birthday. We all chipped in to buy him a fancy expresso machine as a gift. To my surprise, Amazon conveniently ships to Bagram Airfield — who knew? His flight crews bemoaned the fact the group they replaced packed up their machine and took it home, so we agreed to replace it. Providing these dedicated soldiers the perfect latte is the least we can do. In honor of Veterans Day, I’d like to say Happy Birthday Eric. Please stay safe. Debra Neutkens is editor of the White Bear Press.

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his is why every year we celebrate Veterans Day on Nov. 11. It is a national holiday that honors America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. This is also a time to recognize the sacrifices of the families of soldiers and veterans. America was built on the concept of freedom. That spirit continues to inspire us all. At a time of deep division in this country, the spirit of freedom is one of the few things that brings us together. Veterans Day and the days surrounding it present a good opportunity to think about what it means to be an American. of men Legislator Millions and women have served and sacriLingo ficed for our counChuck Wiger try. Nov. 11 is a time to be grateful for that service.

men and women in uniform, many of them veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq, have completed their military service and returned to civilian life. It is important to recognize the importance of helping veterans when they return from service. They need health care access, education, housing and employment. Every county in Minnesota, including Ramsey and Washington counties, has veteran service officers who are committed to helping vets adjust to civilian life. See ramseycounty.us/residents/assistance-support/assistance/veterans-assistance and co.washington. mn.us/819/Veterans-Service-Office Colleges also have outreach programs and clubs for vets. In our area, Century College has a great program for vets returning to college. See century.edu/support-services/veterans-services Military families of returning veterans also need support. See facebook.com/mn.militaryfamilyassistancecenters/ Serving in the military changes a person. Our tributes will ring hollow if we do not ensure that our veterans receive the care and the Here are a few Veterans Day facts: job opportunities they have earned. • Veterans Day started as Armistice Our veterans have skills. They Day on Nov. 11, 1919, the first annihave learned how to work in teams, versary of when the World War I how to stay committed to a mission fighting ceased. and how to solve problems. They • An annual observance of Armiare brave, and they are qualified. stice Day was passed by Congress We also have to keep investing in in 1926. the facilities and the physicians and • Armistice Day became a national the staff to make sure that veterans holiday in 1938. get the care they deserve. That is • President Dwight Eisenhower our obligation. changed the name of Armistice Communities across America celDay to Veterans Day in 1954. ebrate Veterans Day with parades, We are in the midst of a new wave ceremonies, acts of goodwill and of American veterans. In recent stories about what it means to fight years, more than a million of our for America. I encourage everyone

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to show your gratitude to every man and woman who has served in the military. In honor of our veterans, please support our troops. Many Minnesota communities have paid tribute to our veterans by erecting parks and memorials. Two years ago, the VFW in White Bear Lake dedicated a veteran’s memorial at VFW Post 1782, 4496 Lake Ave. S. The public is invited to visit. Mahtomedi has renamed Triangle Park and it is now called Veterans Memorial Park. The Annual Veteran’s Day ceremony sponsored by the American Legion Kramer-Berg Post 507 will be on Nov. 11 at the park at 5 p.m. with the Mahtomedi High School Choir performing (weather permitting). The Minnesota Orienteering Club will host a “Veterans Day Night-O” event in Mahtomedi in Katherine Abbott Park, 1000 Lincolntown Ave., from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. A start and finish social will be held at the home of Ian Harding, 24 Bertha Ct., Mahtomedi. A Veterans Day USA 5K run honoring military service will take place at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Peace Officers Memorial site at 12th St. and Cedar Ave. in front of the Minnesota State Capitol. Many of our schools also have annual celebrations to honor our veterans. I encourage everyone to seek out places and events in the coming weeks and spend a few moments reflecting on veterans’ service to our country.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR More heartbreak for our community On Monday, Oct. 28, the Water Gremlin plant was ordered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and the Minnesota Department of Health to temporarily cease operations involving lead products. This comes after a partial shutdown ordered by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on Aug. 22. If you’ve been following this hot topic, you’re already aware. The Neighborhood Concerned Citizens Group (NCCG) formed earlier this year – after learning our community was exposed to toxic TCE emissions for 17 years. We’ve not stood quietly by after learning about the exposure. Our message has been and remains centered around citizen and worker rights. The legislators we’ve worked with, the regulatory agencies we’ve consistently met with and the community itself will confi rm this. We’ve demanded our air, water, soil and overall environment be clean. We’ve demanded information about what has happened. We’ve asked for accountability from those responsible. We’ve asked to live without health concern due to negligent and careless actions of a bad corporate neighbor who has negatively impacted thousands of lives. Impacts on human health and the environment that might not be known for years. The shutdown order is a direct result of bad business practice. More heartbreak for the community as we understand the health of children has been seriously compromised by lead poisoning. Heartbreak over the reality that toxic emissions were pumped into our air, groundwater and soil. Toxic chemicals known to cause cancers, birth defects and auto-immune diseases. Heartbreak for workers and their families whose health and fi nancial lives are now impacted. Nobody wanted to see people put out of jobs. Just as nobody wants to be told they’ve been exposed to toxic emissions for more than 17 years at levels beyond comprehension. What we want is a corporate neighbor who’ll operate cleanly and within the boundaries of OSHA standards, MPCA standards and MDH standards. We still hope that will happen in the future. Right now, it is not happening, which is

why this bad corporate neighbor was ordered to cease operations. For those who are out of work as a result, this is yet another heartbreaking aspect of a business that has made bad choices. Sheri Smith White Bear Township on behalf of NCCG

Disagree with Goose Lake statements There are several misleading statements made at the Oct. 8 City Council meeting that were quoted in the article regarding motorized boating on Goose Lake, and we would like to correct the record. According to VLAWMO’s own reports, alum treatment isn’t the only option. In fact, for those of us who care about the lake, alum is a poor choice. It is a temporary fi x at best, with an average lifespan of just over five years in shallow lakes. When it is used, unintended consequences in the form of massive weed growth is common. As homeowners on the lake who purchased, built and improved our homes because of Goose Lake’s status as a fully recreational lake, this proposal is unacceptable, unnecessary and unprecedented. To the best of our knowledge, this type of boating ban has never been imposed on a residential lake in Minnesota. Even if alum was the “only choice,” boat traffic will not impact the efficacy of using alum. Kohlman Lake just down the road in Maplewood is shallower than Goose Lake on average, has more boat traffic and was successfully treated with alum without any restrictions on boating (although now the lake is fi lled with weeds). In fact, VLAWMO and Barr Engineering (the company who will be administering the alum treatment if it is approved) acknowledged at the City Council meeting on Oct. 22 that the proposed boating restriction is only necessary to increase the likelihood that they receive a grant to help pay for the treatment. Most importantly, we want to clear up the statement made by Councilman Dan Jones that Goose Lake is a “terrible lake.” For those of us who care about the lake and choose to live here, Goose Lake is an amazing gathering place for us to enjoy time boating, water skiing and swimming with our friends, families and dogs (who are very

much alive and healthy). We have not had an algae bloom since 2013, and while we appreciate VLAWMO’s efforts to improve the lake we love, removing us from the lake is not the right answer. Paul Gartzke Goose Lake Homeowners Association White Bear Lake

Rush Line letter should run for months I couldn't wipe the smile off my face after reading Linda and Darwin Demeny's letter "Rush Line: Did you know?" (Oct. 30). I wish that letter could run every week for months in an effort to let folks know what kind of debacle the Rush Line is for White Bear Lake. The Rush Line proponents have probably been giddy since the school bond tax referendum has grabbed local attention and redirected the spotlight from their pet project. Please don't forget that behind all the Metropolitan Council's implied message that they know what's best for you is the specter of Mayor Jo Emerson, looking for what comes next after being mayor of White Bear Lake. After all, it worked for the former mayor of Maplewood, why not Jo? An appointed position on the Met Council and you're set. Untouchable! Yes, White Bear Lake has a unique atmosphere. It's a "you gotta wanna go there" type of place. I see no reason to hose all of that up just because some politicos are culling favor with a power-mad organization. The people of White Bear Lake turned out in droves in order to choose the least impactful location of the ones "offered" for this Rush Line Bus thingie. Let's stop the Rush Line at Maplewood Mall or send it up I-35E to Hugo. There's plenty of room in Hugo for buses to turn around. Greg Lees White Bear Lake

timely disclose the fi nding of lead, TCE and tDCE contaminating its grounds. Water Gremlin has repeatedly failed the community. Now, as Mayerle exposes, they have also failed their employees’ families. The lead exposure of 11 children connected to Water Gremlin employees indicates widespread malfeasance. Evidence Mayerle uncovered shows Water Gremlin failed to provide or require personal protection equipment for temporary workers. This likely contributed to 75% of Water Gremlin employees to have concerning levels of lead in their system over the last five years, according to Minnesota Department of Health data. Water Gremlin wastes no time blaming their employees for the lead exposure. Water Gremlin seems to think their issues can be solely tacked onto their employees and that their leadership and culture does not play an important role in workplace or environmental safety. Disgusting. What is more disgusting is the state agencies’ failure to communicate and stop the Water Gremlin problem earlier. If it were your child exposed to TCE or lead, would you have hoped that state agencies would have coordinated sooner? Michelle Block Vadnais Heights

Grateful for kind neighbor On Oct. 20, a wonderful, kind and helpful neighbor, Elmer Weber, 95, passed away and joined his siblings and wife, Venus. Elmer was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. We are grateful for all his help and the knowledge that he gave to us. Jo Haus Birchwood

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Water Gremlin's widespread malfeasance Heartbreaking to watch Jennifer Mayerle’s Oct. 21 report on WCCO: “Workers at Twin Cities Plant May Have Exposed Families to Lead.” That plant, Water Gremlin, has been in the news for much of 2019—paying $7 million in fi nes after exposing the White Bear community to TCE for over 17 years and failing to

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OBITUARY NOTICES

Nicholas S. “Opie” Ferro Nick Ferro, 32 from Hugo, died unexpectedly on October 20, 2019. Beloved father and friend. Survived by fiancee Britny Ruckmar, daughter Aubrie Ferro, step children Lily and Jayden and many friends. Your smile and sense of humor will be greatly missed. I love you to the moon and back. One day we will be together again. A balloon release was held October 26, 2019 and a Celebration of life was held November 2, 2019.

DEATH NOTICE

Liz Hiniker (nee Daly)

Liz Hiniker (nee Daly), 84, of White Bear Lake, died Oct. 29. Survived by husband of 62 years, Dick, five children and 14 grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Nov. 4 at St. Mary of the Lake Church, White Bear Lake.

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Karen Ann Rentz

Age 84 Of White Bear Lake Died peacefully October 26, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 14, 1935, in Duluth, Minnesota. Graduated from Duluth Denfeld in 1953, and UMD in 1961 with a degree in Education. He spent three years in the Marine Corps. He loved hockey; coaching the sport for 30 years in White Bear Lake. He also taught social studies at Central for three decades, retiring in the '90s. Survived by Wife of 60 years, Robin Peterson; four Children, Mike Peterson, Jodi (Bill) Defiel, Jill Peterson, and Andy Peterson (Tera). Eight grandchildren Abbie, Will, Gordon, Orion, Michael, Alyx, Finley, Callie and a great-grandchild Felix. Preceded in death by Parents Ray and Doris Peterson, Brother Ray Peterson and granddaughter Gretel Burggraff. Visitation from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3770 Bellaire Ave., White Bear Lake. Service at 5:30 p.m. Memorials to Duluth Heritage Sports Center (DHSC) Foundation – Ray Peterson Fund, 120 S 30th St., Duluth, MN 55806.

Age 62 of White Bear Lake Loving Wife, Mom, Nana, Sister & Friend Born June 16, 1957 in Sauk Centre. Passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2019. Preceded in death by husband, Daniel; children, Shaun and Eric; son-in-law, Geoff. Survived by daughter, Sasha; grandchildren, Marcus and Calli; brothers, Jerry, Roy (Vi), Dave, Rick; sisters, Bea, Bernadette, Cindy, Tami; four-legged companion, Jesse; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Karen loved her nursing career of 43 years. She enjoyed many vacations with her family and spending time with her grandkids. A Celebration of Karen’s Life is 5 p.m. Friday, November 8 at Bradshaw, 4600 Greenhaven Drive, White Bear Lake, with visitation beginning one hour prior. Bradshaw 651-407-8300 BradshawFuneral.com

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents: • An adult male was arrested for disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property in the 1000 block of Centerville Circle Oct. 21. He reportedly spray-painted his wife’s vehicle. • Domestic assault was reported in the 800 block of Woodgate Drive Oct. 20. A 27-year-old man was arrested for reportedly hitting and choking a woman. • Three juvenile males were found in possession of a fi rearm during a traffic stop in the 3300 block of Greenbrier Street Oct. 20. The juveniles

were released to their parents and the incident is under investigation. • A resident in the 600 block of Belland Avenue reported Oct. 24 that their vehicle, lent to a friend, was not returned. It was supposed to have been returned three weeks prior. Deputies found the vehicle had been used in a hit-andrun accident in St. Paul Oct. 21 and was found in the St. Paul impound lot. • A catalytic convertor was reported stolen from a vehicle in the 3500 block of Willow Lake Boulevard Oct. 24. • A weapon was reported on school property in

the 100 block of Vadnais Boulevard Oct. 22. The incident was investigated and forwarded to the county attorney for review. • A vehicle started on fi re in the 1000 block of Centerville Road Oct. 22. It was fully engulfed in fl ames by the time deputies arrived. The fi re was extinguished by the White Bear Lake Fire Department. • Deputies responded to a burglary at Lucy’s Burgers in White Bear Township Oct. 26. The front door glass was shattered. Attempts to pry a safe away from the wall were unsuccessful. The incident is under investigation.

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

curity bank card and making charges to it. After a discussion, the complainant admitted giving his roommate the card with permission to buy gas and other items with it. A further conversation revealed that the complainant had substance abuse issues and gave the card to the roommate to keep him from spending on alcohol. Deputies advised the complainant he was involved in a civil issue, to cancel the card and to contact the crisis line number deputies gave him.

Birchwood • A resident on Wildwood Avenue reported Halloween decorations stolen from his yard Oct. 14. The complainant told Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies that the décor had no monetary value, but did take him a long time to create. • An unidentified motorist was arrested Oct. 17 on Jay Street for driving after cancellation and on a misdemeanor warrant out of Washington County after deputies pulled him over for undisclosed driving violations and found a list of offenses committed by the motorist on their computer.

Dellwood • A Minnesota driver was cited Oct. 17 in the 8000 block of northbound Dellwood Avenue for speeding 50 mph in a 35 mph zone by southbound deputies with radar.

Grant • A male driver was arrested at 8:29 a.m. Oct. 10 on northbound Manning Avenue N. at eastbound 62nd Street N. for semaphore violation and driving after revocation after westbound deputies in an unmarked squad car observed him make the right-hand turn without stopping at the red light. After the driver told deputies he was going too fast to stop, deputies discovered his license was revoked. The driver was brought in because he had a long history of driving after revocation and failure to appear and pay fines. The driver was polite and cooperative, however, deputies said. • A resident in the 10000 block of Dellwood Road N. on Oct. 11 reported his roommate for stealing his Social Se-

• Deputies discovered and recovered a stolen vehicle they found in a parking lot at 117th Street N. and Great Oak Trail N. Oct. 12

conducted a random license plate check on her vehicle. The driver told deputies she knew she should not have been driving but was involved in a verbal domestic at that moment and left the scene in her vehicle. Deputies transported her to the Maplewood Police Department to obtain a civil order. • A woman walking the Gateway Trail Oct. 15 reported returning at 9:30 a.m., to find that her front driver's side window was smashed out in the trail parking lot at Mile 10. Nothing was reported missing.

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• Theft from a motor vehicle parked on Jamaca Avenue N. at Jeffrey Blvd. N. was reported Oct. 13.

• A resident on Juniper Street reported money transferred without authorization Oct. 10.

• A Minnesota male was cited Oct. 13 on westbound Highway 36 at Lake Elmo Avenue N. for semaphore violation after northbound deputies waiting to turn left observed a vehicle pulling a trailer enter the intersection after the westbound light had turned red. The subject was following right behind the lead violator. The subject told deputies he wasn't paying attention because he was following the vehicle in front of him.

• Theft from motor vehicle was reported Oct. 10 from a vehicle parked in Mahtomedi Avenue.

• A new resident from Arizona was cited Oct. 14 in the 8000 block of Jamaca Avenue N. for speeding 64 mph in a 55 mph zone. When the driver told deputies he didn't usually carry his driver's license with him, deputies quickly advised him to obtain his Minnesota license and to carry it. • A Grant man was arrested on a warrant Oct. 14 on Jeffrey Blvd. N. and 83rd Street N. • A Minnesota woman was pulled over Oct. 15 on Dellwood Road N. and Dellwood Road Lane N. for driving after suspension Oct. 15 after deputies

• A walker in Katherine Abbott Park on Lincolntown Avenue at 2:04 p.m. Oct. 11 reported returning from her 20-minute walk to find the driver's side front window smashed and her purse taken. When the complainant called her bank to cancel her credit card, she was informed that an attempt to use the card at Walmart had already occurred. The complainant reported that $100 in cash and several other cards had been in the purse. • A yard worker on Maple Street at Mahtomedi Avenue reported a backpack leaf blower stolen from the back of his pickup truck Oct. 13. • A resident in the 2000 block of Mahtomedi Avenue reported a glass patio door shot out by a BB gun Oct. 14. • A loud explosion reported at 2:29 a.m. Oct. 15 from Wildwood Avenue turned out to be a clap of thunder from a thunderstorm in progress that had not been predicted.

• A suspicious vehicle left running in the back of a business parking lot on Mahtomedi Avenue at 5:38 a.m. Oct. 15 turned out to be an employee who was early for work. • A resident on Ridge Way reported his house egged at around 8:45 p.m. Oct. 16. Deputies advised the complainant there were no similar calls in the area. • A resident on Birch Street reported being contacted Oct. 17 by someone claiming to work for Xcel Energy stating he was $498 in arrears on his utility bills and was at risk for being shut off. The complainant was instructed to purchase a MoneyPak from Walgreen's and read off the numbers on the back of the card to the caller. The complainant disobeyed the instructions. Instead, deputies called the number back and were answered by a man with a thick accent identifying himself as “Mark.” When deputies identified themselves, “Mark” hung up.

Pine Springs • A resident in the 7000 block of Pinehurst Road reported receiving a scam phone call from Xcel Energy Oct. 10.

Willernie • A Willernie man was arrested at 12:27 a.m. Oct. 10 on Warner Avenue S. on a Washington County Sheriff's Office warrant. • A resident on Stillwater Road reported on Oct. 14 that she had allowed her juvenile daughter to have a party at the residence. After the party, her daughter reported that uninvited guests stole some high-value electronics from the residence. • A resident on Stillwater Road reported the theft of a large amount of collector coins Oct. 14.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following incidents:

Oct. 27. The suspects fled and were not located.

• Theft of $700 worth of items was reported in the 4800 block of White Bear Parkway Oct. 29.

• A 20-year-old was arrested for narcotics after a welfare check near I-35E Oct. 25.

• A vehicle parked in the 3800 block of Van Dyke Street was damaged by a pumpkin sometime overnight Oct. 27. $400 loss.

• An assault was reported in the 1800 block of Highway 96 Oct. 25.

• Theft was reported in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 27.

• A backpack was stolen from an unlocked vehicle in the 1700 block of Elm Street Oct. 29.

• Employee theft was reported in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 25.

• A 63-year-old White Bear Lake man was arrested for domestic assault in the 4800 block of Morehead Avenue Oct. 27.

• A 28-year-old White Bear Lake man was arrested for possession of methamphetamine in the 1800 block of County Road F Oct. 29.

• A 33-year-old was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of a controlled substance in the 1400 block of Highway 96 Oct. 27. Charges are pending results of a blood draw.

• A vehicle was reported stolen in the 4800 block of Karen Place Oct. 30. It was recovered nearby later that day.

• A 50-year-old Oakdale man was arrested for DWI in the 4600 block of Otter Lake Road Oct. 25. • Theft of a backpack from a vehicle was reported in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 26. • Identity theft was reported in the 3500 block of Glen Oaks Avenue Oct. 26. Personal information was used to open a financial transaction card account. • A theft from auto occurred overnight in the 1800 block of Fifth Street Oct. 26. Multiple power tools were stolen. Estimated loss of $800. • A 37-year-old Mahtomedi woman was arrested for impaired driving near Century Avenue Oct. 27. • A house was egged in the 3700 block of Kenny Lane

• Credit card fraud and a loss of about $900 was reported in the 2500 block of Manitou Lane Oct. 28. • A gas drive-off was reported in the 3100 block of Century Avenue Oct. 28.

• Attempted burglary was reported in the 3400 block of Savannah Avenue Oct. 29.

• A 23-year-old Maplewood man was arrested for DWI after he struck two vehicles and rolled his own car near Third Street Oct. 30.

• A 32-year-old man was found in possession of drug paraphernalia near Highway 61 Oct. 28.

• Two people were taken to the hospital after consuming narcotics in the 4800 block of Carolyn Lane Oct. 31. One person was in possession of 1.4 grams of suspected methamphetamine.

• Credit card fraud and a loss of about $900 was reported in the 4900 block of Woodcrest Road Oct. 29.

• Theft of $80 worth of items was reported in the 3500 block of McKnight Road Oct. 31.

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Looking at felonies from eyes of the incarcerated BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS EDITOR

A felony conviction can affect the rest of your life. After serving their time, many people with felony convictions on their record have a hard time reestablishing their lives — driving, fi nding a job and a place to stay, and paying off court fees. Several ex-offenders discussed the difficulties of leaving their felony drug-related records behind at a criminal justice reform forum held at the Ramsey County Library – Shoreview last month. “When you are trying to reestablish a life out here, you have all these things chipping away at you,” said Marlin Meszaro, reentry coordinator at FreedomWorks, a nonprofit that helps ex-offenders reenter life after prison. Meszaro was formerly incarcerated himself; he said he doesn’t look like someone who has 13 felonies on his record. Even now, he is still working to get his driver’s license back. He became involved in drugs at a young age and has been through long-term recovery. He now fights to give a voice to the formerly addicted. “We could probably be trusted to cast a ballot,” he explained. Meszaro is a board member on the Minnesota Second Chance Coalition, which advocates to the Legislature for fee reduction, shorter felony probation periods and voting restoration for those who have fi nished serving their time. “There are so many things working against you when you are involved in the criminal justice system,” added Gina Evans, a past president of the coalition and community outreach director at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge. Evans, of Mounds View, said she became involved in drugs at age 15 and landed in prison at age 21. She said she was traumatized by incarceration. When she later went to the Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge recovery program, she was fi nally able to break her addiction. “I didn’t need restoration; I needed healing,” she remembered. “I just wish someone would have looked at me (at age 21) and realized I was at a place where I could be taught a new normal.” “You can’t prison away an addiction,” Meszaro noted, who also attended Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge. Tonja Honsey, founder of We Rise Leadership Collective, which advocates for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, said her 25-year

WASHINGTON COUNTY COURT BRIEFS Appearing in Washington County Court: • Nicole Marie Hamer, 39, of Vadnais Heights, on Oct. 11. She was charged with gross misdemeanor fifth-degree drug possession after her vehicle was stopped in Forest Lake for failure to activate headlights and taillights. The police officer saw that her license was revoked and that she had multiple warrants for her arrest in Minnesota and a warrant in Wisconsin. A search made pursuant to arrest found a number of needles located in her purse. A glass pipe with burnt residue and rubber hose connector was also located between the passenger seat and center console. Hamer told the officer it would test positive for methamphetamine, calling it a “hot rail.” Maximum sentence is five years and $10,000. • Dirk Arnold Marvin, 65, of Willernie, on Oct. 21. Marvin was charged with violating a domestic abuse no contact order within 10 years of the first of two or more convictions, a felony. The domestic assault occurred on Aug. 27, 2017. He attempted to call the victim in July while in the Washington County jail. Maximum sentence is five years and $10,000.

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There were about 63,000 Minnesotans in the criminal justice system in 2016, according to data presented by Christopher Uggen, University of Minnesota sociology professor, at a criminal justice reform forum in Shoreview this month.

spiral in and out of jail and prison began at age 12 when she was a foster child. She said children shouldn’t have to sell drugs to survive because they have no safe family with food. “I see how we can build better communities rather than building better prisons,” Honsey said. Many women that end up in prison have been abused and turned to drugs to cope. When women and their children are separated, it adds to the cycle of problems. Many women see going back to their abuser or selling drugs as their only option to get their children back because they have to fi nd a place to live within a year. That often isn’t enough time when you are trying to get your license back and fi nd a job, she noted. “In football, it is illegal to pile on a downed player after a tackle,” said Shoreview resident Christopher Uggen, a University of Minnesota sociology professor, who also spoke at the forum. One of the topics of conversation nationally about criminal justice reform is the creation of young adult courts. It is well known that if you can keep juveniles out of the adult system that their criminal history is more of a speed bump than a record, Uggen noted. However, the brain continues to develop until the mid-20s and treating young adults differently could help. Raj Sethuraju, associate professor at the Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Education Center at Metropolitan State University, said that

investing money in the community before it’s invested in the criminal justice system could also help keep people out of the system. Root causes of chemical dependency and mental health need to be addressed, he added. The forum was hosted by Rep. Kelly Moller, District 42A, who serves on the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Committee. She said she cares about reforming the system she has worked in for so long as a prosecutor with Hennepin County. Moller represents the state and victims of felony-level appeals but has also become interested in the other side of the story. Among the 50 states, Minnesota has the 13th-highest rate of persons under correctional control. Correctional control includes those who are incarcerated as well as those on probation and parole. The committee attempted to push a restorethe-vote initiative this last session, but political partisanship got in the way, said Rep. Carlos Mariani, committee chair from District 65B. The committee will continue to try to change the way people see those who have been incarcerated. “Criminal justice reform is about community; community is about belonging; belonging is about being seen as a human being,” Mariani noted. Eight states have reinstated voting rights to ex-offenders over the last three years, Uggen said.

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VETERAN: Going strong at 97 years young FROM PAGE 1A

He chuckled recalling a lieutenant “with black hair and light skin. He took off his hat and showed everyone where I nicked him. Later on, after I learned how to cut hair, he apologized for yelling at me.” The journey across the Atlantic for the new soldiers was a memorable one. "We left for Europe on Christmas Eve," Arcand recollected. "They were playing Christmas carols and everyone was crying. It took 21 days to get to England. There was a bad storm. Some of the guys nearly died they were so sick. The food was horrible, too, so I lived on Nabisco wafers and Coca-Cola." As part of the 81st Hospital Field Unit, barbers like Arcand traveled with the medical corps. They followed Patton's Third Army, setting up mobile surgical units behind the front lines. From France, he went to Germany, where his unit would occupy American-controlled hospitals and homes in Patton's wake, giving the former occupants a few hours to evacuate. Some sights remain ingrained in his memory. "We saw bombed cities. It was terrible. One time I saw two Belgian horses hooked up to a cannon dead along the road. I'll never forget it. Hitler ran out of gasoline towards the end so they were using horses.” When word came that the war in Europe was over, Arcand was on a ship bound for Burma. It changed course for home. "We went to Camp Lee, Virginia and had a steak dinner when we arrived. God that was nice," he said.

After the war, Dick returned to his job as a clerk with the Northern Pacific railroad. He and Shirley built a house in Gem Lake next to then Summit Dairy, a house where Dick still lives, and raised their eight children. After 10 years with the railroad, they bought Hoffman's Market, which they owned for the next 25 years. Sadly, a son was killed at age 5 when he was hit by a car on a new Highway 61 under construction near their house. “He'd be 72,” Dick said. Today, the grandfather of 15 stays busy cleaning St. Mary of the Lake church on Mondays and going to “the office.” He gave up his driver's license a decade ago due to poor eyesight so his daughters Mary and Carole provide taxi service, taking dad to church on Sundays and Mondays. His “office” is the McDonald's on E where he meets with buddies for coffee. Dick serves as “chairman” of the group, forbidding two topics of conversation: religion and politics. His sense of humor is readily apparent as sly smiles come to his face as he remembers the stories. He misses Shirley, of course. Evidence of her is everywhere in their home — her collections of Hummels and salt and pepper shakers, her many photographs. She died in 2000 from Alzheimer's disease. The conversation turns philosophical when Dick asks, albeit rhetorically, "Why am I still here when my friends are gone?" There's a pause as he considers how few of his classmates are alive and names only four. Then Dick answers the question himself: "Because I've been lucky."

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Shirley (nee Hoffman) and Dick Arcand in 1943. Both were ’41 graduates of White Bear High School. They married that same summer.

SERVICE: Army veteran continues charitable work through Special Teams FROM PAGE 1A

pursue his dream of becoming a police officer. After waiting for more than a year on the waitlist to get into the academy, he decided to move back to Minnesota, where he worked in the business world for 15 years. “I didn't feel like I was making any kind of difference. I had an office job and it fi nally hit me one day that nothing I was doing there was making a difference at all,” Loeks recalled. Eight years ago, he switched careers and became an emergency room technician at Regions Hospital and joined the White Bear Lake Fire Department. Six months ago, he switched over to security at the hospital. His days in the military shaped the person he has become today. “I sometimes think about who I would be without it ... I was kind of a punk little kid, I sometimes got in trouble ... For me, the military was a new start and it was the discipline that I needed. It still affects me every day. I don't ever call in sick and I've never been late to work,” he said. Seven years ago, Loeks established Special Teams Charities, a nonprofit organization that aims to support law enforcement, fi refi ghters and EMS personnel. Although Loeks loved his time on the fi re department (about seven years), he was disappointed it didn't involve more charity work. Every time he came up with an idea to give back, he said it was shot down. “There were so many regulations ... 'You can’t do this because of this' or 'That can't be approved because of that,'” he said. He started Special Teams, a name that evokes the military’s “Special Forces.” Every year, Loeks tries to do one “really big” project, but Special Teams always has something going on and continues to grow every year. Loeks and his wife, Racheal, have dedicated their lives to charity work. Even on their wedding day, instead of registering for gifts, they asked for food shelf donations. The two were not allowed to say “I do” until a panel truck was full of food. Other notable efforts have included a 100-mile hike to bring attention to violence against health care workers; a hike from Duluth to White Bear Lake to raise more than

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Jeff Loeks and his wife Rachael display Yellow Ribbon cakes at the America Is Beautiful event in Railroad Park last August. He is directing a $1,000 gift from his employer, HealthPartners, to the Hugo Yellow Ribbon Network.

$20,000 for a loaded all-terrain vehicle for the fi re department; sitting out on the corner of Highway 61 and Fourth Street to fi ll a truck with toilet paper for the food shelf; and an “America Is Beautiful” event to collect care packages for the Hugo Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network. Loeks just wrapped up his effort for homeless to-go bags, which were fi lled with personal hygiene items, food, drinks and resources. “At the hospital, I see these people that literally have nothing ... When they go, we can at least hand them the bag. It is not supposed to be life-changing, but it is supposed to get them through a couple of days,” he said. Now, Loeks has transitioned over to his next campaign, which is to recognize the work of police

officers. “I work with a lot of law enforcement personnel, and I think they need us more than ever right now.” The best part of the HealthPartners award, Loeks said, was the fact that he got to turn it into a charity contribution. He chose to direct a gift of $1,000 to the Hugo Yellow Ribbon Network (YRN). He chose the network because he knows just how important care packages are to soldiers. “When I was in the military, it was before the internet and (cell) phones, so it was very lonely. I remember other guys who had really good families and they would open up care packages and share them,” he said. “It is hard to explain how far away you feel when you are looking around at dirt and nothing

looks American ... to see a Twizzlers wrapper in your hand, that is huge.” Loeks will be honored at a special HealthPartners event Nov. 18. “There is no doubt that Jeff makes a difference in the lives of so many people. To helping the homeless, who are treated at Regions, to supporting community food shelves, to raising awareness of the need to support those in the helping professions (nurses, fi rst responders, police officers) and helping our deployed military,” Hugo YRN Chair Chuck Haas said. “He really cares about helping others and not only constantly helps them himself but recruits and inspires others to care and help. He is truly one of the angels among us.” Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

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communication Nov. 4. Interpreters would be on site for multilingual presentations. Enforcement tools for supervisors and management would also be covered. Workplace changes in the first phase will include disposable footwear, hair nets and ensuring coveralls remain zipped. Cell phones will be prohibited in production areas and supervisory personnel will be required to be on site at all times. The company also agreed to spend the weekend cleaning susceptible parts of the plant, including the lunchroom and locker rooms, and worker's vehicles will be cleaned once the company gets written authorization from employees. Commissioners will receive daily progress reports. The shutdown was precipitated by a surprise inspection Saturday, Oct. 26. An employee was wearing half-zipped coveralls in a lead production area and cell phones were present. The attorney for the DLI, Peter Surdo, insisted that a new plan have strict rules that must be enforced with disciplinary action for those who break those rules. He objected to certain items in the action plan, preferring that the company adopt an aggressive timeline by meeting industry standards within 24 hours. "Water Gremlin isn't entitled to the benefit of the doubt anymore," Surdo told the judge. "It has demonstrated that no matter what it tries to do with its current layout, it’s not going to work.” Lightfoot objected to the comment, calling it a "wild overstatement." Water Gremlin's counsel also took exception to a comment by Surdo that the action plan was a "flimsy Band-Aid approach" to the lead poisoning issue. Lightfoot then apologized. "Let's not go backward; let's go forward," chided the judge.

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This 20-year employee wore his Water Gremlin jacket to the hearing Nov. 1 at the Ramsey County Courthouse. Employees packed the courtroom to hear whether the plant would reopen. A hearing is also scheduled at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, to discuss long-term plans to manage lead dust.

"We all have responsibility to ensure things are getting done properly," said Castro, looking out at the packed courtroom. Most of those in attendance appeared to be Water Gremlin employees. Water Gremlin's Carl Dubois, vice president of international manufacturing, issued a statement saying he is pleased with the ruling. "Our employees are excited to get back to work," he said. "We will fulfill the requirements set forth by the judge and look forward to building upon the improvements that have already been made at our facility."

ST. PAUL — Area representatives responded to the announcement Oct. 28 by the Minnesota Department of Health and Department of Labor and Industry ordering Water Gremlin to immediately cease operations. The order was due to evidence that unsafe working conditions at the company’s plant in White Bear Township caused lead poisoning in workers’ children. Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn, Rep. Peter Fischer and Rep. Ami Wazlawik issued the following statement in response: “We applaud the decision to immediately shut down Water Gremlin’s operations. Water Gremlin has repeatedly jeopardized the health of Minnesotans and refused to take accountability. Water Gremlin must remain closed until the company ensures the safety of workers, their families and members of the surrounding communities. We will continue working closely with community members to protect Minnesotans and prevent further wrongdoing.” Becker-Finn, Fischer and Wazlawik are working with community members and other elected officials to address Water Gremlin’s numerous violations and to protect Minnesotans from exposure to dangerous chemicals. They have called for a statewide ban on TCE and stronger protections for public health and the environment. On Oct. 26, all three legislators attended a town hall on TCE-related issues in White Bear Lake (see separate story).

State offered free lead testing, employment services to Water Gremlin workers

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Representatives from Ramsey County and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), along with reemployment specialists from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), hosted information sessions at the Vadnais Sports Center in Vadnais Heights last week. Agency counselors offered free blood tests to Water Gremlin employees and their families to check lead levels and to help displaced workers find out about employment services. Water Gremlin workers protested at the state Capitol Tuesday, Oct. 29, the day after MDH and Department of Labor and Industry ordered the company to halt production of lead products. The move came after reports of children of employees were found to have elevated blood lead levels. About 200 workers were impacted by the stop order.

The state and county provided employment assistance and free blood testing last week at the Vadnais Sports Center after the shutdown announcement.

Rotarian runners circle the lake Hundreds of runners participated in the Strive Scholarship Kowalski’s Strive 10 Miler & 5K Sunday, Nov. 3. Above: Runners top a hill along the 10 mile course around White Bear Lake and head for a turn, at right, near Bellaire Beach. Far right: Former White Bear Lake school superintendent Michael Lovett rides out ahead of the fastest runners along the 10 mile race route. Find results at https://www.webscorer.com/ race?raceid=201988.

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CHURCH BRIEFS Contemplative photography talk St. Andrew's Brian Norsman, pastor of spiritual formation, will share his contemplative photography journey about his summer 2019 sabbatical from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 10 in room 204. Take the visual pilgrimage with him into monasteries, the life of mystics, the surprising cloud of unknowing, and the many daily photographs that opened the lens of his heart to the holy from within his soul. Travel with him into the contemplative places that have shaped his current vocation. The church is located at 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi.

New foundation director St. Andrew’s is pleased to announce that Chief Operating Officer Christa Getchell will assume responsibilities as executive director of the Foundation of St. Andrew’s effective immediately. The position is designed to increase awareness and participation, as well as elevate the benefit of the foundation in relationship with the church’s mission and ministries.

Make sandwiches for homeless Parkview United Church of Christ in White Bear Lake will hold a sandwich-making event for the homeless from 11:15 a.m. to noon Nov. 10. Parkview

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serves as a collection center for dozens of organizations in Minnesota and Wisconsin via Love One Another. In 2018, the church froze and processed more than 12,500 sandwiches in addition to 3,000 assembled by congregation members, and col-

lected socks, blankets, energy bars, hygiene supplies, etc. Anyone who would like to join in helping is welcome. The church is located at 3737 Bellaire Ave. For more information, visit http://mnpucc.org.

Washington County will offer a free workshop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, for residents on groundwater topics including septic systems, private wells, healthy homes and household hazardous waste. As part of this class, the county will offer free water testing for coliform bacteria and nitrates to all participants who register at least one week in advance. The workshop will be held at Hugo City Hall. As part of the class, the county will offer free water testing for coliform bacteria and nitrates to all participants. Those who register at least one week in advance will receive their kit in the mail and can bring their water samples to the class to be picked up. There will be extra kits at the class that participants can take. Samples can be dropped off at county locations after the class (co.washington.mn.us/637/Water-Tests). To register for the workshop, go to tinyurl. com/2019groundwater or email phe@co.washington.mn.us. Submitted

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3878 Highland Avenue White Bear Lake • 651-429-5337 www.churchofstpiusx.org Masses: Mon.-Fri. 8 am • Wed. 6:30 pm First Sat. 8 am, Sat. 4 pm

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Sun. 8:45am & 10:30am, 7:30pm • Reconciliation: Sat. 3pm

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First Christian Church of St. Paul (disciples of Christ) Mahtomedi, Minnesota

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Traditional - 8:30 am Education/Coffee - 9:30 am Contemporary - 10:30 am

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

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

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Worship on the Farm Bruentrup Family Farm 2170 E. County Road D Maplewood, MN Meal 5:30 pm Worship 6:30 pm

3770 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake 651-429-5411 rlcwbl.org

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

Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 8:45 & 10:15 a.m. Great Hall NURSERY AT ALL SERVICES ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 900 STILLWATER ROAD, MAHTOMEDI WWW.SAINTANDREWS.ORG 651-426-3261

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COMMUNITY LIKE NO OTHER 9am Tradi ons service 10:45am New Crossings

Nursery available during worship

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Community bread oven | Nourishing the hungers of life 1851 Birch Street, White Bear Lake | 651-429-9026 | wblumc.org

Masses: Saturday – 5:00 PM Sunday – 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 AM 651-429-7771 www.stmarys-wbl.org Church 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake Parish Life Center/School 4690 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake

White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church 2175 1st St • 55110-3462 StJohnWilderness.org

Worship Every Sunday at 8, 9, & 11 am

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Worship Saturday 5:30 p.m. Sunday 8 and 10:45 a.m. Christian Education Hour 9:30 – for all ages – Dial-A-Devotion 651-429-0078 www.sstwbl.org

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LAKEWOOD WORSHIP CENTER L Sunday School and Fellowship at 9:00 am Family Worship Service at 10:30 am Capt’s Michael & Erin Metzler, Pastors 208 2080 Woodlynn Ave., Maplewood • 651-779-9177

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Worship time: Sundays 10am 9:00 am Sunday School and Adult Ed 10:15 am Worship 11:15 am Coffee Fellowship

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SAFETY INFORMATION NIGHT

HOLLY BOUTIQUE & BAKE SALE

When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Where: White Bear Lake High School South Campus, 3551 McKnight Rd. Details: Free event for parents with sessions on human trafﬁcking, youth mental health, internet safety, trafﬁc safety, and drug use and awareness. Registration required. Contact: whitebearlake. org/publicsafety

When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1965 E. County Rd. E, White Bear Lake Details: Large selection of handcrafted items, baked breads and goodies, Christmas Remembered Shop, live music and lunch. Proceeds beneﬁt local charities. Contact: ststephenwbl.org

IMPLICIT BIAS: EXPLORING UNCONSCIOUS BIAS AND ITS IMPLICATIONS

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When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Where: White Bear Lake District Center, 4855 Bloom Ave. Details: Free workshop facilitated by Mike Rios, Ofﬁce for Social Justice, to learn how discriminatory practices are unconsciously perpetuated by our choices and behavior we don’t know we have. Registration required. Contact: 651-407-7501

COMMUNITY COUNTS IN 2020 When: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 Where: White Bear Lake City Hall, 4701 Highway 61 Details: Free general meeting of the League of Women Voters features speaker Andrew Virden, Director of Census Operation and Engagement, MN State Demographic Center, who will discuss the importance of the 2020 Census and ways in which White Bear Lake-area residents can help ensure an

When: 3-7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 Where: White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church, Mahtomedi Details: Sixth iteration of ideas and inspiration with the theme, “Think Again!” Admission $20. Contact: communityed. mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE When and where: 12:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 at Culver’s, 4485 Centerville Rd., Vadnais Heights; 12:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at St Jude of the Lake Catholic Church, 700 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: All blood types needed. Register by phone or online. Contact: 800-RED_CROSS or redcrossblood.org

ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CEREMONY When: 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Park, Mahtomedi Details: Join American Legion Kramer-Berg Post 507, veterans, and

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families for a celebration honoring service men and women. Patriotic songs performed.

BUILD A BURGER FOR TROOPS When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 Where: White Bear Lake VFW 1782, 4496 Lake Ave. S. Details: Fundraiser for Suburban Ramsey County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. $6 burgers. Open to the public. Contact: 651-426-4944

CREDENTIALED CPR CLASS When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Where: White Bear Lake Fire Station, McKnight rd. and County Rd. E Details: American Heart Association certiﬁed class covers adult, child and infant CPR, airway obstruction and AED module. Registration required. Contact: whitebearlake. org/publicsafety

CITIZEN: AN AMERICAN LYRIC When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Book discussion around the testament to the individual and collective efforts of racism in our society. Free; registration required. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

RESPITE TRAINING SESSION When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3770 Bellaire Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Free session to help friends, family members, neighbors, volunteers, and faith community members feel empowered and prepared to offer assistance by visiting with an older adult with memory loss in his or her home. Register by Nov. 8. Contact: 651-632-5320 or jschuller@lyngblomsten. org

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Holiday Open House When: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Shop early at local retailers;

staff. RSVP. Contact: 651-689-1358 or klabell1@fairview.com

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB When and where: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17 at Vadnais-Sucker Lake recreational area and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at Triangle Park, Mahtomedi Details: Hike is approx. 5 miles and lasts 1 1/2-2 hours. Contact: stpaulhike.com

55+ DRIVER DISCOUNT PROGRAM-4 HOUR REFRESHER When: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 Where: White Bear Lake Police Dept., 4701 Hwy 61 Details: Must complete the refresher course every 3 years to maintain 10% discount on auto insurance. $22; registration required. Contact: 888-234-1294 or mnsafetycenter.org

MINNESOTA WALDORF SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAIR, ARTISAN MARKETPLACE, WINE & CHEESE EVENT

When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 LUNCH & LEARN FOR Where: Minnesota FAMILY CAREGIVERS Waldorf School, 70 When: Noon-1:30 p.m. East County Road B, Wednesday, Nov. 13 Maplewood Where: Coventry Details: Friday night of Mahtomedi, 720 is a free, adults-only Mahtomedi Ave. event where shoppers Details: Enjoy lunch can snack on cheese and and hear about various wine and listen to live resources available to music by the OK Factor aid individuals through while browsing unique their caregiving journey. artisanal vendors. Q & A with residents and Saturday is shopping,

check website to conﬁ rm date and time Contact: downtownwhitebearlake.com

children’s activities including Snow Fairy Gift Garden, and food trucks. Contact: 651-487-6700 or mnwaldorf.org/holidayfair

HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE & SILENT AUCTION When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 Where: Cerenity Senior Care, 1900 Webber St., White Bear Lake Details: Get a jump start on holiday shopping with local vendors, bake sale, and silent auction. Free and open to the public. Contact: 651-232-1828 or cerenityseniorcare.org

Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: Local author of “The Shadows We Hide”, Allen Eskens, will discuss his novel, process and more.

Theatre ‘SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE’

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, Friday, Nov. 22, and Saturday, Nov. 23 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi Details: Mahtomedi High School performs the story of a school teacher CRAFTING WITH SANTA who is nervous about his ﬁ rst day of teaching tries When: Noon-3 p.m. to relax by watching TV, Saturday, Nov. 23 Where: Create Space, 2168 when various characters 3rd St., White Bear Lake representing facets of his personality emerge from Details: Free family the set and show him event to make crafts and how to win his students take photos with Santa, over with imagination and enjoy hot cocoa and and music. Tickets $10treats. $13. Contact: 651-321-3941 or Contact: yourcreatespace.com zephyrﬁnearts.org

GET FULL VALUE FROM US CENSUS RECORDS

‘MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET’

When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 2nd St. Details: Certiﬁed Genealogist Tom Rice will discuss Census records and how access them and ﬁnd ancestors. Contact: 651-407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 21-Dec. 15 Where: Haniﬂ Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Lakeshore Players Theatre perform the holiday classic. Tickets $20; preview tickets $15. Contact: 651-429-5674 or lakeshoreplayers.org

MAHTOREADI When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25

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MINNESOTA 19TH CENTURY BASEBALL INTERDISCIPLINARY SYMPOSIUM

NORTH OAKS HOLIDAY HOME TOUR, LUNCHEON, BOUTIQUE & GALA

When: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 Where: Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall Details: Day-long symposium features numerous experts on Minnesota baseball history and sports architecture. Baseball and local history fans of all sorts are encouraged to attend. Contact: sabr.org

When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 9 a.m.3 p.m. and 6-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 Where: North Oaks Golf Club, 54 East Oaks Rd. Details: Tour decorated homes in North Oaks and shop the Holiday Boutique for unique clothing, jewelry and gift items. $35 online; $40 at the door. Lunch $25, reserve in advance. Gala Saturday night. Fundraiser for Children’s Hospital Association. Contact: cha4kids.org/ guilds/northoaks1

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Winter Farmers Market When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Lake

Arts WBCA ANNUAL MEMBERS EXHIBITION When: Nov. 11-Dec. 18 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Recent original artwork by local artists on display. Reception Thursday, Dec. 5 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

Details: Local food vendors and community booths, food trucks, as well as a class. Nov. 9 class is on fermentation. Contact: forksinthedirt.com

Where: Trinity Lutheran Church, 115 4th Street N, Stillwater Details: Traditional Scandinavian dinner with all of the trimmings. Tickets online. Contact: 651-439-7400 or trinitylc.org/outreach/ fundraisers/luteﬁskmeatball-dinner

SANTA PAWS

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 Where: Forest Lake Senior Center, 767 4th St. SW, Forest Lake NEIGHBORHOODS Details: Fundraiser for Northwoods Humane NEARBY Society includes photos for families and pets EXPERIENCE DEMENTIA with Santa, bake sale, USING VIRTUAL discounts on microchips REALITY and nail clippings, and deals on pet supplies. When and where: 2 p.m. Details online. Wednesday, Nov. 6 at Lake Elmo Library, Contact: northwoodshs. 3537 Lake Elmo Ave. org/fundraising-events/ N.; 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. santa-paws-2019 12 at Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. WASHINGTON COUNTY N., Forest Lake GUIDED MORNING BIRD Details: FamilyMeans HIKE staff will guide people When: 9 to 10:30 a.m. through VR experiences Saturday, Nov. 9 individually and in Where: Big Marine Park group settings to help Reserve, 17495 Manning users view the world Trail N., Marine on St. through the perspective Croix of a person living with Details: Learn to ID birds dementia. Participants that call St. Croix Valley will also have the home and help complete opportunity to preview bird count surveys the Library’s new Memory Minder activity with the guide. Meet at playground. kits. Bring binoculars and Contact: dress for weather. Free LivingHealthyWC.gov/ with vehicle permit, $7 HealthyAging daily or $30 annually. Contact: 651-430-8370 or 2019 LUTEFISK AND parks@co.washington. MEATBALL DINNER mn.us When: Seatings at 11:30 AM, 12:45, 4:15, 5:30 and 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7

including septic systems, private wells, healthy homes, and household When: Saturday, Nov 9 hazardous waste. Free & 16 water testing for coliform Where: Warden’s House bacteria and nitrates to Museum, 602 N. Main St., all participants who preStillwater register at least one week Details: See seldom in advance. displayed dresses, Contact: tinyurl. clothing and accessories com/2019groundwater from the Washington County Historical HARD WATER ICE Society’s collection. FISHING EXPO Contact: 651-439-5956 or When: Nov. 15-17 wchsmn.org Where: Sport Expo Center, 1700 105th Ave. SOS LUNCH NE, Blaine When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Details: Instructional Monday, Nov. 11 seminars, product Where: American Legion demonstrations, kids Post 39, 2678 E. 7th Ave., ﬁshing pond, celebrity North St. Paul anglers. Details: Free meal for Contact: nscsports.org veterans, includes chipped beef on toast, STILLWATER LADIES referred to as SOS. Family members and the NIGHT OUT public can order off the When: 2-8:30 p.m. regular menu. Patriotic Thursday, Nov. 14 songs performed. Where: 100 Main St., Stillwater MN NORTH METRO Details: Downtown DOWN SYNDROME shops offer discounts, PARENT GROUP drink specials, food When: 6-8 p.m. Monday, samples, fashion tips Nov. 11 and decorating ideas, followed by drawing at Where: St. Mark 8:30 p.m. Lutheran Church, 1 North Rd., Circle Pines Contact: 651-342-1386 or mainstreetstillwateriba. Details: Connect with com other families and celebrate people with Down Syndrome. Light VETERANS AID meal and child care AND BENEFITS provided. RSVP. When: 9:30 a.m.-noon Contact: northmetro@ Friday, Nov. 15 dsamn.org Where: Gladstone

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GROUNDWATER WORKSHOP When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Where: Hugo City Hall Details: Free workshop for residents addresses groundwater topics

Gym, 1945 Manton St., Maplewood Details: Veterans and their families can lean how to access beneﬁts and services. Coffee and rolls; color guard presentation. Contact: 651-748-7250

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When: Noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 and Sunday, Nov. 17 Where: 5 wineries throughout the St. Croix Valley Details: Enjoy sampling local cheeses and wonderful chocolates at participating wineries. Contact: 3riverswinetrail.com

ST. PAUL PRAYER BREAKFAST When: 7 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 Where: InterContinental St. Paul Riverfront Hotel, 11 E. Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul Details: Annual event with local church, civic, business and education leaders. Contact: saintpaulprayer.org

CHRISTMAS AT THE HISTORIC COURTHOUSE When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 & 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24; Preview Gala 6:-8:30 p.m. Fri, Nov. 22 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St., Stillwater Details: Historic site decorated for the holidays. Live music, open tea room, Holiday Bazaar and bake shop, and guided tours. Photos with Santa noon-3 pm. Gala $25/advance or $30 at the door; other events free. Contact: 651-275-7075 or co.washington.mn.us

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LOOKING BACK Week of November 3 – November 9, 2019 Culled from the archives of the White Bear Press at the resource library of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society.

1919 School notes – warning is hereby given to all Freshmen and anyone else whom it may concern, now that the snow has come let it lay where it has fallen. Any white, round shaped missiles thrown about will be regarded as insults and punishable as such.

1944 Ralph “Red” Lovell passed away November 1st, suddenly at his home on Stewart Avenue. Mr. Lovell was popular with all who knew him as a barber in the former Benny shop. He was also a lock expert and specialist with the Hall Safe Co. He served with the artillery in the First war, in France…

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Department Commander Lyle Mickelson will be the guest of honor and speaker at the Fourth Dist. Membership rally on Saturday, Nov. 8th at the Post 168 Legion Club rooms, at 520 3rd St. WBL.

American Legion Post 168 bar in the early 1940s.

of Poetry. The poem entitled “Elusive Truth” revolves around “truth as a unicorn.”…Come to our Holiday Open House, Sunday, November 20th, free photo with Santa, 10% discount on cards and gifts, refreshments, free gift wrapping, prize drawings every fi fteen minutes, storyteller, Bel-aire Pharmacy, White Bear Avenue and County Road E, White Bear Lake…

1994 Bethany Hawkinson, White Bear Lake, recently has original poetry published in the book titled “In the Desert Sun” a treasury of today’s poetry compiled by the National Library

Looking Forward to the Past Upcoming Historical Society Events Candlelight Tours at the Fillebrown House, 4735 Lake Avenue, White Bear Lake Saturday, December 7th 6:00 & 7:30pm Tours last approximately 1 hour Explore the Fillebrown House by candlelight while it is decorated in all

its holiday splendor. Knowledgeable guides will share stories of the house and its inhabitants through the years. Cocoa and cookies will be served. Advance Tickets Required: $15/public $12/WBLAHS Members. Tickets available at Whitebearhistory.org or call 651-407-5327

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

Foundation grants $50,000 for community programs The Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation has awarded grants totaling $50,000 to 29 organizations for projects that benefit individuals, children and families in the greater White Bear Lake area. This support is made possible due to the generosity of more than 60 individuals who donated to the 2019 Community Partners Fund. Grants range in size from $750 – $3,000 and support new projects as well as some ongoing programs. They address needs of people in our area such as mental health counseling and oral hygiene information; they help seniors stay in their homes and provide services to the homeless and the hungry; they support youth development work and service to others, and bring recreational and outdoor activities to our community. The 2019 grants bring the total awarded by the foundation in the past three years to $123,350. These funds have been contributed by community members who have come together to collectively support important community projects. In addition to these grants, which are awarded through a competitive process, the foundation has also awarded close to $500,000 in grants from its donor-advised funds. “We thank all in the community who made these grants possible through their contributions to our Community Partners Fund,” said Carol McFarlane, foundation board member and chair of the grants committee, “and appreciate the many organizations who shared their projects with us. As in the past, the requests far exceeded the funds we had available to grant.” The foundation was established in 2015 to inspire philanthropy and to enrich the lives of

those who live in the communities that share the shores of White Bear Lake. Contributions to the 2020 Community Partners Fund can be made at greaterwblfoundation.org.

Recipients of the Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation 2019 Grant Awards • Aaron’s Playground Memorial Fund – $2,500 (to build a playground in memory of Aaron Markovitz, who was born prematurely and passed away at 7 weeks) • Ashland Productions – $1,500 (for full or partial need-based scholarships) • Children’s Performing Arts – $1,500 (toward CPA’s sensory-friendly pay-what-you-can performances) • Church of St. Pius X – $1,200 (for a neighborhood community meals, outreach and education program) • City of Birchwood Village - $2,000 (toward installation of a three-season multi-surface material at Tighe-Schmitz Park) • Community Dental Care – $2,500 (for Smiles in Action, a new classroom-based model to inspire students to fi ght oral health disparities) • Consortium of Lake Area Senor Services (CLASS) – $1,500 (in support of the consortium’s efforts to create an age-friendly community) • Explore White Bear – $750 (to assist in developing a strategic plan for promoting tourism in the area) • Frassati Catholic Academy – $1,000 (support for student participation in the school’s Stay Warm in White Bear Lake project) • H2O for Life – $1,500 (to develop youth leaders through mini-grants and service-learning proj-

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“It hurts all over,” Anna Wagner said, but the Mahtomedi senior was smiling. Wagner crashed hard into the U.S. Bank turf twice in the last 12 minutes of the state championship game, leading to penalty kicks by Audrey Sexson and Lauren Heinsch that lifted the Zephyrs to a 3-2 victory over Orono, Thursday, Oct. 31. That’s how the Zephyrs captured a third consecutive Class A crown — that and Wagner’s goal in the first half — as they nipped Orono in the finals for the third straight season. Wagner went flying twice while galloping toward the net in pursuit of the ball, each time with Orono’s outstanding goalkeeper Clare Gagne sliding under her in a rush to try and smother the ball. Wagner got up very slowly each time under trainers’ observation. When asked where it was hurting most, Wagner said “all over,” but added, “I knew this would be my last 20 minutes with this team so I was going to give it everything I've got.” Mahtomedi trailed 2-1 as the clock dipped under 12 minutes, largely due to Gagne’s nimble, tenacious shot-stopping in the net, and her speed and bravado in smothering balls, but she twice miscalculated against the fleet, lanky Wagner. Sexson grounded the first penalty kick (PK) inside the post for a 2-2 tie with 11:23 left. “Lauren said, you take this one,” Sexson said. “I didn’t panic, I just zoned everything out. I aimed for the corner.” Heinsch slammed the second PK into the back of the net with 3:11 left for the

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3-2 lead, that one against backup goalie Molly Martini as Gagne was red-carded. “I knew I was up. We said prayers for each other, I told myself, it’s going in,” Heinsch said. Top-ranked Mahtomedi finished 16-2-2 and Orono 15-4-3. After beating Orono 2-1 in 2017 and 1-0 in overtime in 2018, with a core group of a half-dozen players in their third title game, Mahtomedi was back on its heels in this one. “With 20 minutes left, I was preparing for disappointment and what I would say,” coach Dave Wald said. “The girls figured it out on their own.” Wald called Gagne, who made eight saves, “the best goalie in the state since Hobbs of White Bear Lake, who played for the Gophers,” referring to Tarah Hobbs, who led the Bears to the state finals in 2012 and was an all-Big Ten, four-year starter at the U of M. Wald added, “She (Gagne) made big play after big play, but it came to the point she got too aggressive.” Gagne, closing her career in her third

straight state finals, was composed but misty-eyed in the post-game presser. “It’s hard to lose three in a row to the same team,” Gagne said. “We wanted to go out with pride and win that last game. Not just for the state championship but for all the memories we’ve made with each other.” Wagner notched Mahtomedi’s first goal, jumping on a bouncing ball in front of the net in the 28th minute, Erika Broten assisting. Orono’s Anna Tessa beat Zephyr goalie Megan Lisowy to the ball 20 yards out and steered it into an open net in the 30th minute. The Spartans took the lead in the 48th minute on Megan Narzolf’s blast from 35 yards, above the outstretched hands of Lisowy, who had two saves in the game. Mahtomedi captured its ninth title in 15 trips and improved to 9-1 in state finals. The current group watched Mahtomedi win state titles growing up. “In elementary school,” said Heinsch, “when I went to the Metrodome to watch them, and saw all the spirit they had, I

knew I wanted to be those girls.” Playing in their third championship were Sexson, Heinsch, Mackenzie Mireault, Anna Wagner, Megan Lisowy, Abbey Grabow, and Erika Broten. Sydney Panek, a senior who played in two title games, missed this season with injury but assisted the coaches all year. Playing in their second were Handke, Erika Broten, Rachel McCleery, Anabel Hllstrom, Jenna Eitel, and Ellie McCormick. Nabbing their first golds were Jojie Barry, Kaia Lifto, Lanie Padelford, McKayla Stockness, Christa Taival, Katelyn Beulke, Cambelle Waldspurger, Paige Janssen, and Alissa Fechter. Assistant coaches to Wald are Brad Gudenkauf, Greg Karp, Chelsey Henry, and Allison Eitel.

All-tournament team Four Zephyrs were among 12 players named to the all-state tournament team. They were forwards Wagner and Heinsch, midfielder Sexson, and defender Lindsey Handke, all seniors. Sexson and Heinsch were repeat picks from 2018.

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Bear makes all-state, leads girls CC foursome BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Maddie Verkerke saved the best for last, ending her high school cross country career with an all-state, 24th-place finish at the state meet on Saturday, Nov. 2. The White Bear Lake senior got under 19 minutes for the first time in four state runs, finishing the St. Olaf College course in 18:50.9. The top 25 make allstate. Verkerke was one of four Bears who qualified individually after the team placed third in a strong section. “We had a lot of fun. I think it went super well,” Verkerke said. “We all went out really smart. We usually go out really fast. This time we went a little slow and we were going past people in the second half of the race.” Melanie Pankow, a junior, placed 60th in 19:13, while junior Claire Schneider was 121st in 19:57 and sophomore Maggie Blanding 130th in 20:06 among 176 entrants. Verkerke was 99th after 1600 meters, 45th after 3200 meters, and kept picking off runners in the last 1800. She added state laurels to her sixth-place finish at sectionals and third at conference. “Maddie's plan was to run an evenly paced race and to progressively move up throughout the race,” assessed coach Patricia Percival. “This strategy has worked best for this season. She executed the plan to perfection, which can be very difficult to do at a state meet.”

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The Bears’ state lineup: from left, Maggie Blanding, Maddie Verkerke, Melanie Pankow, and Claire Schneider.

Bear boys 7th at state CC; Nelson is all-state

It will be the debut of White Bear Lake’s new coach Elsa Shorey when the Bears open the girls hockey season against Mahtomedi on Thursday evening, Nov. 7. The puck drops at 7 p.m. at St. Croix Rec Center in Stillwater. Shorey, who played for the Bears from 2006-10, succeeds Jerry Kwapick, who resigned. She coached Robbinsdale Cooper the last three years. Sophie Verkerke and Avery Snyder were named captains, with Maren Schoeberl and Jilly Moor as alternate captains. Verkerke is the top scorer back (four goals, seven assists) this season. The top five scorers graduated, including Gopher recruit Sydney Shear-

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en, along with all-metro goalie Calla Frank, now with Minnesota Mankato, from a team that finished 13-14-3 but won the section championship. Mahtomedi is coming off an 11-13-2 season. Top scorers back are defenseman Emma Dornsief (four goals, 12 assists) and forward Emma Nelson (seven and three). Starting goalie Lauren Hamme is among 10 returning regulars. Captains are Dornseif, Nelson, and forward Megan Johnson. “We should be strong on the back end with a couple of lines with scoring potential,” said coach Bill Mauricio, adding that he thinks the Zephyrs are one of four top section contenders. Bruce Strand

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The White Bear Lake boys, primed for a top-three finish at the state cross country meet, were not at their best Saturday and placed seventh of 16 teams in Class AA. Max Nelson led the Bears, earning all-state status by finishing 15th in 15:59.3, at St. Olaf College in Northfield. The Bears were ranked No. 3 at the end of an impressive regular season, highlighted by winning a section with three of the top six ranked teams and winning the huge multi-state Roy Griak Invitational for the first time. Conference rival Mounds View edged Eden Prairie by one point to capture the championship. Highland Park, whom the Bears beat at the section, placed third. Nelson was 30th at the one-mile mark, 27th at the two-mile and kept passing runners, as he made a big jump after placing 45th each of the last two seasons in 16:20 and 16:21. Nelson capped an excellent senior season in which he also won the conference meet and placed third in the section behind the 1-2 ranked runners. At state, Isaac Maruyama finished 32nd in 16:14.2. The Bears had a gap after that with Logan Tanttu 82nd (16:46), Trevor Locke 84th (16:46), Ernie Mattson 97th (16:54), Sam Verkerke 107th (16:56) and Ben McLaughlin 139th (17:16), among 176 runners. In team scoring, Nelson was 12th, Maruyama 21st, Tanttu 43rd, Locke 45th, Mattson 50th, Verkerke 57th and McLaughlin 80th. Maruyama, Tanttu, and Verkerke are seniors. Locke and McLaughlin are juniors. Mattson is a sophomore. Highland Park senior Oliver Paleen was individual champion in 15:25.2.

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Anna Wagner scored four of Mahtomedi’s 10 goals in the state tournament and assisted on two others to help the Zephyrs claim its third consecutive state crown last week. In the 3-2 finals win over Orono, Wagner scored the first goal, and had a lot to do with the second and third, drawing two fouls that led to a pair of penalty kicks. Wagner, an Oregon recruit, was limited to 12 goals for the season after a summer foot injury, but scored in all the playoff games and both games against arch rival Hill-Murray. She has played in nine state tournament games, all wins. Minnesota’s #1 Volume Toyota Dealer! Per Toyota Motor Sale USA 2018

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Zephyrs shock Tartan for grid section crown The Mahtomedi Zephyrs, unaccustomed to being an underdog team, seem to be relishing the role. The Zephyrs toppled previously-undefeated Tartan 28-27 in the Section 4AAAA championship football game Friday evening in Oakdale — avenging a 41-14 loss to the Titans in conference. Josh Praml rushed 31 times for 159 yards and two touchdowns from three and six yards. Johnny DeVore passed to Tyler Tangwall for TDs from four and five yards. The Zephyrs capped the upset by foiling a two-point conversion late in the game. After a 2-6 regular season, in a program without a losing season since 1981, the Zephyrs are 3-0 in the playoffs. They edged No. 2 seed Minneapolis Washburn 15-12 in the semifinals. “The boys came out and played really well,” coach Dave Muetzel said. “We took care of the ball, to start with. That’s something we are focusing on. Our defense was really tough against the run, holding them to 19 yards. All 11 guys, swarming to the ball.” Mahtomedi (5-6) advances to the state quarterfinals against Chaska (9-1) noon Saturday, Nov. 9, in Shakopee.

Tartan was 9-0, outscoring opponents 294 to 79, but Mahtomedi played the Titans dead-even, taking leads of 7-0, 14-7, 21-14 and 28-21, with Tartan responding each time. DeVore completed nine of 11 passes for 149 yards. Tangwall caught six for 96 yards. Both are back from injuries. DeVore missed the first two playoff games with a concussion. Tangwall missed six games with a shoulder injury and has three TDs in two games. The first half ended 7-7 with Mahtomedi’s Ethan Loss stopping a Tartan drive with an end-zone interception. Loss also had a 43-yard reception. Mahtomedi took a 28-21 lead with 2:20 left on Praml’s six-yard run. Zephyr kicker Kyle Oswald, almost automatic this year, booted the all-important extra point. He’s 22-for-24 on XP’s for the season and 4-for-4 on field goals. Tartan quickly responded with a long pass play and a penalty tacked on, perching them at the Zephyr 14. Brandon Lockhart passed for a nine-yard touchdown with 1:38 left. Going for two, he completed a pass, but the receiver had to cut back out of the end zone to make the catch, and a host of Zephyrs brought him down. Bruce Strand

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Zephyr at state Makayla Fischer was Mahtomedi’s lone representative at the state cross country meet on Saturday. Fischer, a sophomore, placed 158th of 176 entrants in a time of 20:46 at St. Olaf College in Northﬁeld. She qualiﬁed by placing 16th in the section meet.

Under Wald’s guidance, Mahtomedi titletown in soccer BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

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Mahtomedi High School had just started to emerge as a girls soccer power when David Wald joined the coaching staff in 1996. In Wald’s 24 years on the sideline — 10 years as assistant, 14 as head coach — the Zephyrs have enjoyed a rarified level of sustained success. With its third consecutive Class A title last week, Mahtomedi how has nine in all, by far the most of any girls program in the state. Benilde-St. Margaret’s is next with four. Apple Valley has the boys record, also nine. Wald, a mathematics teacher who’d

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been head coach of the St. Bernard's girls for three years, joined the Zephyr staff as JV coach and varsity assistant in 1996. The head coach was Mike Redmond, who took the Zephyrs to six state tournaments and four championships between 1995 and 2005, with Wald’s help. When Redmond, after state titles in 2004 and 2005, stepped down from coaching and moved into school administration — he’s currently superintendent at Shakopee — Wald became head coach in 2006. In Wald’s first year at the helm, Mahtomedi nabbed its third consecutive title. He has gone on to post 232-44-20 record with five state championships. The next state title came in 2008, his third season. The following year, the Zephyrs lost a championship game for the only time, to unbeaten Rogers. They've gotten back on top in 2017-18-19, their second “three-peat.” There was a four-year stretch in Class AA (2011-14) where they were very competitive each year, with one state trip. Why does Mahtomedi keep winning? Deflecting credit from himself, Wald explains that “success breeds success” and that it really all started when a superstar joined the program in 1995. That was Jena Kluegel, a midfielder who was named to Parade Magazine’s All-America team all three of her seasons, shared the national player of the year award in 1998, led the Zephyrs to their first two state trips and first championship, and then played for Team USA four years. “Jena Kluegal joined our up-and-com-

ing team and took us to the next level,” said Wald. “We made it to state for the first time, and it got the community excited about girls soccer. “Since then it has really snowballed, with the number of kids playing soccer in the community and the parents getting their kids' opportunities with top clubs in the off season.” Asked about Mahtomedi’s 9-1 record in state championships, he said it helps a lot that they’ve been there before. “We know how to warm up our team in the hallways of the stadium. We know how to make the most of our 20 minutes on the field before the game. We do scout, but we usually focus on our team and not our opponent. It definitely is an advantage … When teams get to state for the first time, they tend to get wide eyed.” In college at St. Thomas, he helped the Tommies reach Division II nationals twice. “I was never the star of the team,” he said, “but I was always given the hardest worker award.” Wald was a three-sport athlete at Alexander Ramsey High School, graduating in 1986, the year before Ramsey merged with Kellogg to become Roseville Area. He played center midfielder in soccer, point guard in basketball, and doubles in tennis. He made all-conference in basketball and soccer. “But I never had the team success of going to state or winning conference championships,” he said, “which is probably what drives me as a coach.”

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James Williams has earned the highest achievement rank offered by the Boy Scouts of America, the Eagle Scout Award. Only about 4 percent of all scouts attain the Eagle rank. The White Bear Lake teen was honored at an Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony this summer at Kohler Meadows Park in Vadnais Heights. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 212, chartered by the Vadnais Heights Lions Club. For his community project, Williams designed and led the construction of a donation bin and usher cabinet for the White Bear Lake United Methodist Church. Williams is a 2019 graduate of White Bear Lake High School, where he participated in tennis (captain), FIRST Robotics, band, football, Ultimate Frisbee, and National Honor Society. He is currently attending Century College where he is majoring in industrial engineering and plans to transfer to the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities next fall.

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CITY OF DELLWOOD PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be conducted before the Dellwood Planning Commission on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 6:30 p.m., in the Willernie City Hall, 111 Wildwood Road. Purpose of said hearing would be to consider the request from Ben Hanson at 35 Apple Orchard Road for a side yard setback variance. The purpose of the variance is to construct a detached garage 4 feet from the south property line when the required setback is 30 feet. Joanne Frane, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 6, 2019.

CITY OF GRANT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the Planning Commission of the City of Grant, Washington County, Minnesota shall hold a public hearing on the 19th day of November 2019 at 6:30 pm at the Town Hall located on Kimbro Avenue. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an application for a Minor Subdivision (lot line rearrangement) of property 7781 and 7995 Kimbro Avenue N, Grant, MN. Kim Points, Administrator/Clerk, City of Grant, Minnesota Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 6, 2019.

CITY OF GRANT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the Planning Commission of the City of Grant, Washington County, Minnesota shall hold a public hearing on the 19th day of November 2019 at 6:30 pm at the Town Hall located on Kimbro Avenue. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an application for a Conditional Use Permit for a horse boarding facility located at 9104 68th Street N, Grant, MN. Kim Points, Administrator/Clerk, City of Grant, Minnesota Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 6, 2019.

CITY OF GRANT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the Planning Commission of the City of Grant, Washington County, Minnesota shall hold a public hearing on the 19th day of November 2019 at 6:30 pm at the Town Hall located on Kimbro Avenue. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. Kim Points, Administrator/Clerk, City of Grant, Minnesota Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 6, 2019.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that on November 19, 2019, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi City Council will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from PLAAD, LLC on behalf of Mike Eckhardt and Mary Pat Blowers for a conditional use permit to allow for reductions in the front and corner side yard setback requirements for the purpose of constructing a principal structure at 846 Park Avenue. Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend. Scott Neilson, City Administrator Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 6, 2019.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2020 POND MAINTENANCE PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the City of Mahtomedi at the ofﬁce of the City Clerk until 10:00 a.m. local time, Monday December 9, 2019, at the Mahtomedi City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN 55115, and will be publicly opened and read at said time and place by representatives of the City of Mahtomedi. Said proposals for the furnishing of all labor and materials for the construction, complete in-place, of the following approximate quantities: Pond Excavation: 3,300 CY Clearing and Grubbing Lump Sum Dewatering: Lump Sum Surface Restoration 0.55 Acre The provisions of MINN. STAT. 16C.285 Responsible Contractor are imposed as a requirement of this contract. All bidders and persons or companies providing a response/submission to the Advertisement for Bids of the City of Mahtomedi shall comply with the provisions of the statute.

Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a unit price basis for the base Bid, with any alternate bid items as indicated in the Bid Form. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: WSB, 701 Xenia Ave S, Suite #300, Minneapolis, MN 55416. Direct questions about this Project, including pre-bid questions, to Jake Newhall at jnewhall@wsbeng.com or 763.231.4861. Bidding Documents are on file with and may be examined at WSB and at the City of Mahtomedi. Complete digital Bidding Documents for use by Contractors submitting a bid are available at www.questcdn.com. Bidding Documents may be downloaded as portable document format (PDF) files for a nonrefundable fee of $40.00 by inputting Quest project #6575401 on the website’s Project Search page. Bids will only be accepted from Contractors who purchase Bidding Documents as specified above. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any bids received without explanation. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days. DATED: November 6, 2019 BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Scott Neilson, City Administrator, Mahtomedi, MN Published one time in the White Bear Press on November 6, 2019.

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF HEARING TO ORDER ABATEMENT OF NUISANCE VIOLATIONS IN THE TOWN OF WHITE BEAR, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 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 18, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., to consider ordering abatement of the nuisance located in an area lying and being in the Town of White Bear, Ramsey County, Minnesota, described as follows: Lot 16, Block 10, Town of Bald Eagle, Ramsey County, Minnesota (2105 Stillwater Street) and to pass upon objections and recommendations, if any, and to conduct any and all business incident thereto. Given under my hand this 21st day of October, 2019. Published two times in the White Bear Press on November 6 and 13, 2019.

DELLWOOD WILDLIFE FOUNDATION NOTICE OF AERATION SYSTEM ON PINE TREE LAKE Three (3) aeration systems creating open water and thin ice will be in operation on Pine Tree Lake and an adjacent pond in Washington County, Grant Township, and Dellwood, Minnesota. Weather conditions may cause areas of thin ice to ﬂuctuate greatly. Stay clear of marked areas. Published two times in the White Bear Press on November 6 and 27, 2019.

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WEST OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION NOTICE OF INTENT RUNNING OF AN AERATION SYSTEM ON BALD EAGLE LAKE The West Oaks Homeowners Association hereby gives notice of its intention to install and operate an aeration system in public waters located at their dock site situated on the northwest side of Bald Eagle Lake starting on or about November 21, 2019 until ice out. Published two times in the White Bear Press on November 6 and 13, 2019.

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More than one-third of Mahtomedi juniors vape Adolescent girls report anxiety

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Mahtomedi High School juniors reported vaping more than the state average. According to Mahtomedi Public Schools results from the 2019 Minnesota Student Survey, 36% of junior males and 35% of junior females reported using an e-cigarette in the last 30 days before taking the survey. Statewide, one in four juniors reported vaping, Mahtomedi High School Assistant Principal Justin Hahn told the school board at an Oct. 24 meeting. “We are above that,” he noted. Mahtomedi freshmen were also surveyed; 20% of freshman males and 16% of freshman females reported vaping. The school has been working on restorative accountability for students regarding this issue rather than punitive consequences. The school works with the Washington County Attorney's Office school resource officer, Hazelden and the Washington County Youth Service Bureau to steer students away from the health hazard. Most vape devices carried by students look like a flash drive, he said, and are hard for adults to spot. He showed examples of confiscated devices at the board meeting. They were sealed in plastic because vape residue still remained in some of the devices.

In addition, district administration learned other things about its students through the survey. Students were asked a series of mental health questions regarding how they felt over the previous two weeks. The majority of students surveyed in eighth, ninth and 11th grades reported not feeling little interest or pleasure in doing things or feeling down, depressed or hopeless. The majority of male students reported not feeling nervous, anxious or on edge or unable to stop or control worrying. However, 64 to 73% of females reported feeling so from several days to every day. Between 50 and 54% of females also reported not being able to stop or control worrying from several days to every day. The district has undertaken initiatives to support student mental health, including a mental health resource specialist, restorative practices social worker, school-based counseling and depression screening in health class.

the same. Among juniors, the numbers were 97% for males and females.

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Fifth grade students at O.H. Anderson Elementary School reported very low rates of bullying in the survey. Over the last 30 days before taking the survey, 98% of male fifth graders and 95% of female fifth graders reported never being bullied regarding race, ethnicity or national origin. Regarding religion, the numbers were 100% and 98% never being bullied. Females reported slightly less favorable results regarding gender bullying — 99% of males and 92% of females reported having never being bullied about gender. The district stated it believes its Second Step Bullying Prevention Curriculum has helped it attain the low bullying rates reported. The Minnesota Student Survey is administered every three years to students across Minnesota; districts participate voluntarily. All responses are anonymous, and students may choose not to participate. If students take the survey, they may skip questions.

A majority of students surveyed reported feeling safe at school. Among fifth graders, 88 percent of males and 97% of females said they agree or strongly agree they feel safe at school. For eighth graders, that number was 95% for males and 92% for females. Ninety-five percent of male freshman and 90% of female freshman reported

In other action at its Oct. 24 meeting the board: • Closed a portion of the beginning of the meeting to discuss a personnel matter. • Heard a fi rst-quarter fi nancial update and enrollment report from Finance Director Bill Menozzi.

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There are 3,280 students in the district. This school year's budget is based on 3,270 students. There are 604 students at Wildwood, 665 at O.H. Anderson, 831 at the middle school and 1,180 at the high school. • Approved the World's Best Workforce Plan, an annual requirement by the state to increase student performance. • Approved the 2020 school board meeting schedule. The board will have two shorter retreats this year instead of one; there will be one in January and one in July. • Approved a resolution to not renew an annual coaching contract for Robert Heagle, who coached the girls varsity softball team the last two seasons. The closed discussion earlier in the meeting was regarding Heagle, noted Superintendent Barbara Duffrin.

Former student hand-delivers teacher's award When his former biology teacher couldn't make the All-School Reunion to receive the 2019 Scholar of Excellence Award, Wayne Motzko, class of '78, drove to Crosby to hand-deliver it. The teacher, Frank Perpich, was known for bringing the science of biology to life for his students and for his commitment to excellence. Motzko described him as “one of the finest teachers I've ever had.” That was especially apparent to Motzko when he took a freshman biology class at the University of Minnesota. “Mr. Perpich had already taught us everything I had in that college class; it was a piece of cake.” Always referring to his teacher as Mr. Perpich — “heaven forbid, I would never call him Frank” — Motzko took his teacher to lunch in his hometown of

NAMES IN THE NEWS Metropolitan Council chair Nora Slawik sent a letter of resignation to Gov. Tim Walz Oct. 31, citing health issues due to the stressful demands of the job, effective Nov. 15. Vice Chair Molly Cummings will serve as interim chair until a permanent replacement is appointed. Oppidan Investment Company has rebranded its senior living communities in the Twin Cities. This includes renaming White Bear Heights on Centerville Road to The Pillars of White Bear Lake. CEO Joe Ryan said the name is inspired by the Pillars Fund, created in 2016 to enrich lives of seniors with memory loss. With each new community, Oppidan pledges $100,000 to the fund. Oppidan partners with Ebenezer Management Services. The company has five communities in Minnesota and is developing The Watermark of Napa Valley in California for a 2020 opening.

Crosby, making the drive up and back Oct. 28. “We talked about kids and cellphones, and how things are different today,” said the Vadnais Heights resident. “Mr. Perpich was old-school. He always wore a suit and tie. The beauty of his class was he taught us life lessons and common sense before we ever opened a book. He was wise beyond his years.” Today the former teacher, an 87-year-old bachelor, enjoys a laid-back life in Crosby, in the house he grew up in. His mind is still sharp but his body is frail, Motzko said. “He never had children, but he always looked out for us. Every Friday, he'd remind us 'to buckle up and stay within the ditches.' He is just a saint of a man and one of White Bear's legendary teachers.” Debra Neutkens

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Youth theater group performs Disney classic Ashland Productions kicks off its 21st season with an all-ages production of Disney's “Beauty and the Beast ” Nov. 8 – Dec. 1. Following the animated blockbuster in 1988, Disney Theatricals was launched to bring Disney's “Beauty and the Beast” to Broadway. The love story of adventurous Belle and the tragic Beast has been produced in more than 37 countries worldwide and represents one of the most beloved family theater experiences. Directed by Amanda Hestwood, Ashland's production includes a cast of White Bear Lake and Mahtomedi residents: Ann Clark, Henry Clark, Sanyu Mwassa, Natalie Pietig, Chloe Rehder and Matthew Sutherland. Performances are 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays with 1 p.m. matinees Saturdays and Sundays. Ashland Productions is located in the Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave. N. Parking is free. Tickets range from $13-$20, with discounts available for groups of 15 or more. For complete information, visit: ashlandproductions.org. Submitted

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Another tough summer for the loons on White Bear Lake. The biggest challenge was the loss of nesting habitat. Even the turtles, Canadian geese and muskrats had a tough go of it. We might have to help.

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Another chickless summer on White Bear Lake. The best phrase to describe the summer of 2019 is “huge disappointment.” We started spring almost three weeks ahead of 2018, and ended up with the same tragic result. With the help of fellow Loon Whisperers Anne Sundal and the DeYoung family, we were able to relocate one of Len’s manmade nests, but missed our window by a few days. After a repeat performance of last year’s frantic search for viable nesting habitat and at least three false starts, one of the Loon pairs managed to lay their eggs on an abandoned Goose nest during Memorial weekend. Unfortunately, the nest and eggs were swept away in a huge storm a few days later. We followed tips from Loon lovers all around White Bear Lake about another nesting pair. Once again, no luck. So, it is time to come up with a plan. Len is going to make another trip to Mantrap Lake and pick up a third manmade nest. Mantrap Lake has tripled its Loon population with the successful installation of a variety of manmade nests. The experts on Mantrap Lake told Len that the key is to launch the nest within hours of ice out and as close as possible to the location of the last successful nest. Lori Naumann, from the DNR, believes that White Bear Lake could support up to three Loon families with strategically placed nests. She agrees that the time has come to help, in any way possible, given the current challenges facing our Loons. Lori has agreed to brave the elements with us, once the ice is out in 2020, to help us select the three best locations. Thanks to all of the readers for sending us tips and your observations. It really does take a village and the Loons will need all the help and support we can give them in 2020.”

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Indoor farmers market Saturday The fi rst of three winter farmers markets is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at Tamarack Nature Center. The indoor market will feature close to 20 local food vendors selling items like veggies, eggs, cheese, microgreens, meats and maple syrup. New this year will be classes on growing, preserving and making local foods. November's class is Beginning Vegetable Fermentation. Pine Tree Apple Orchard has donated apple cider to be served by White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf volunteers. Cash donations to the food shelf will be accepted. Farmers markets will also be held Dec. 14 and Jan. 11.

Discount Disney tickets for military Military families can take advantage of special discount tickets

to Disney On Ice Worlds of Enchantment at Xcel Energy Center Thursday, Dec. 5; Friday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 8. Tickets are $17. Order one to eight tickets online at xcelenergycenter.com/military. Call 651-312-3486 with questions. Offer expires Nov. 18.

Bruce Vento Trail community meeting A community meeting to discuss the Bruce Vento Regional Trail is from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Ramsey County Library in White Bear Lake. Hear updates from members of the project team and share feedback on projects related to the trail, fi nal design for Buerkle Road to Hwy. 96, corridor refi nement from Hwy. 96 to County Road J, and a master plan amendment. This is a drop-in open house.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Hy-Vee remains mum A regular request asking HyVee for an update on its Gem Lake project garnered this response from Public Relations Director Christine Gayman: “We do not have a timeline to share.” The company owns property on Hoffman Corner at County Road E and Hoffman Road slated for a large convenience store. Councilwoman Gretchen Artig-Swomley received a similar response when she made her “quarterly reaching out.” The reply was “We do not have a start date to share.” The Gem Lake city office did recently receive an email requesting an extension of approvals to Oct. 1, 2020. City Council will act on the request Nov. 12. “They won't confi rm or deny anything,” Artig-Swomley said. “I don't know what the big secret is. It's their culture to be careful, I guess.” She added that the city doesn't hear a word from Hy-Vee, despite conspiracy theories posted on social media indicating otherwise. “The project is on hold far as we can tell. Our attempts to get more information is met with a quick and cordial response. 'We have nothing to say but have a good day.'” The councilwoman added that the Hy-Vee project should not be confused with a new Luther Cadillac dealership going in farther south. That shared project is mostly in Vadnais Heights with a piece, the parking lot, in Gem Lake.

Hemp store opens downtown Nothing But Hemp opened Nov. 4 in downtown White Bear Lake.

Owner Steve Brown has 11 stores selling hemp-derived CBD and CBG, six in the Twin Cities. Brown said he's been looking for space for eight months and found what he considers a perfect location at 4762 Banning Ave. His hemp products are Minnesota grown. Brown is also carrying product from Superior Extractions, a White Bear company owned by John Dugas. The Press wrote about his hemp business in the Sept. 18 paper. “We work directly with local farmers or craft farmers who have won awards,” noted Brown, who always works to educate customers on the benefits of CBD oil. The product helped his wife battle chronic migraines, inspiring Brown to open the business. “Cannabis is amazing for the right person but does not work for everyone,” he said. For more, visit nothingbuthemp.net.

Fitness center closes Experience Fitness on County Road E in Vadnais Heights City Center will close Nov. 23. The store said it no longer meets the brand, model and amenities for the company. The fitness center has been in the location for 17 years. Members can transfer to the Roseville or another location.

Sherwin-Williams opens A paint store has opened in Vadnais Heights at 1028 Highway 96 E. Sherwin-Williams offers a variety of interior and exterior paints, stains and applications. Store managers Alley Carlson and Barbara Heggernes can be reached at 651-426-4312.

Learn about aquatic invasive species The Department of Natural Resources is holding a session called “Aquatic Invasive Species and You” from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at Ramsey County Public Works facility, Marsden Room. Find out what the county is doing to address and prevent spread of invasive species like zebra mussels. The facility is located at 1425 Paul Kirkwold Drive, Arden Hills. Register for the free event at ramseycounty.us.

Free open skate and hockey kicks off Ramsey County is offering free open skating at the Vadnais Sports

Center from 4-5:30 p.m. Sundays in November with the exception of Nov. 29, when the time is from 1-2:30 p.m. Skating will also be offered Sundays in December from 4-5:30 p.m. Additional dates and times can be found at ramseycounty.us. Skate rental is available for $5. The sports center is located at 1490 County Road E East, Vadnais Heights. Open skating sessions for seniors age 55 and older are available at Aldrich Arena. Check the website. Skate rental is not available at the Aldrich location. Open hockey is also available for youth at the Vadnais rink and adults at the Aldrich arena.

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SCHOOL BRIEFS during a workforce development tour. The Health Services Career Pathway Program, a partnership program developed through White Bear Lake School District and the White Bear Lake Chamber, was showcased. Additional programs discussed include the chamber’s teacher externship program and school's Generation Z Connection program that provides work-site learning opportunities for students in manufacturing, health care and automotive careers.

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Otter Lake outdoor classroom opens The Otter Lake Elementary community recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new outdoor classroom. After three years of planning, fundraising and determination, the classroom is complete. This was possible due to an E3 Grant from the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation, a grant that promotes students' understanding and attitudes toward science, the outdoors, the community and the world. Teachers will be able to take students outdoors and provide them with opportunities to explore, observe the weather, read in nature and learn about animals and their habitats in authentic ways. Students will also be able to use the learning space for Otter Lake's pollinator program. The outdoor classroom was constructed on the north

side of the school, which faces the native prairie, existing woodlands and the Otter Trail. The Prairie School, now complete, includes student seating and a prairie-style steel pavilion to establish a creative work space for students to investigate the environment. The seating was designed and built by Eagle Scout Brady Welsh, whose mother, Sue Welsh, is a second grade teacher at Otter Lake Elementary. This outdoor classroom was an investment by the school community to inspire creative exploration of the environment for decades to come.

Career pathway tour Sen. Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth), chairman of the Senate Higher Education Committee, and other members of the Minnesota Senate visited Cerenity Senior Care Oct. 31

Vadnais Heights Elementary will host a veterans program at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11. Children have decorated stars that display the names of veterans. Each veteran who attends will be recognized during the program. Students that day are encouraged to wear red, white and blue. The Mahtomedi High School Veterans Day Program will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11, in the Chautauqua Fine Arts Center. Principal Kathe Nickleby will facilitate. The panel will consist of teachers who have served and Kevin Gerdes, director, Master of Public Affairs and Capstone Programs, University of Minnesota Humphrey School of Public Affairs.

Art grant for Matoska Matoska International IB World School second grade teachers Shannon Fulton, Alison Davies, Kelly Coorough and Kelly Bock received a Ryan Family Fund Elementary Art Grant. Their students will take part in a project that brings to life the idea that people use art to express feelings, convey points of view and connect with the world around them. Their grant will fund supplies for a series of mini-lessons, including Ojibwa Bags to honor Native American connections to art. The project will culminate in a “gallery walk” night for parents to see and for students to explain their artwork.

Skills for Life class The Mahtomedi eighth grade Skills For Life class worked hard to prepare for its seven-minute "mock interview" that took place the last week of October. Students researched three careers through the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, interviewed an adult about their career, sought out references, fi lled out an application and learned about interviewing. Practice interviews were held at the middle school and conducted by teachers, staff and community members. Stu-

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District presents on equity White Bear Lake Area Schools Community Services Programmer Tracy Cook, Cultural Liaison Briana Santoscoy and Director of Community Services Tim Maurer recently presented at the annual Minnesota Community Education Association State Conference. Their session was called "The Beginning of an Equity Journey," where they shared White Bear Lake Area Schools' equity commitment journey and how community education can support this work through its programming, community engagement and outreach efforts. The White Bear Lake Area Schools Community Services and Recreation team played an instrumental role in the planning of the conference.

Staff earns ﬁnance certiﬁcation The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) announced that Mahtomedi Public Schools Director of Business Services, Bill Menozzi, has earned the Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO) certification. School business professionals who earn the SFO certification have proven that they have the required knowledge, expertise and fiscal credibility to lead their school district and effectively manage the district’s fi nances. The SFO designation is granted to highly qualified school business professionals who fulfi ll multiple requirements, including demonstrating certification eligibility (through work experience and education), passing a comprehensive two-part exam that tests competency in accounting and school business management topics, and adhering to the ASBO International Certification Code of Conduct.

Arts center announces contests Students in grades 9-12 in the Northeast Metro Area are invited to enter original works in two annual contests hosted by White Bear Center for the Arts. The WriteNow High School Writing Contest and the High School Visual Arts Contest are underway. There is no fee for students to enter the contests, and cash prizes are awarded to students with winning entries in both contests. Contest guidelines, entry deadlines and award ceremony information are available on the WBCA website at whitebeararts.org.

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Pumpkin math Mahtomedi ﬁrst grade students and volunteers participated in the annual Pumpkin Math celebration at Wildwood Elementary School. At the event, parent volunteers help students guess pumpkin weight, circumference and the number of seeds.

Lincoln Elementary parents Heather and Brian Brown and Josh Vadnais celebrate during the live auction at the Lincoln Gala at Manitou Grill last month. There were 200 people in attendance. Lincoln families, teachers, staff, and community businesses contributed to the event to raise funds for an outdoor learning classroom.

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East metro prosecutors launch record-sealing website Washington County Attorney Pete Orput and Ramsey County Attorney John Choi announced a transformative effort to help people move beyond the barriers and collateral consequences associated with past involvement with the justice system. As of last month, after completing their sentence and any applicable waiting period, rehabilitated people who have a criminal record in Washington or Ramsey counties will be able to go to helpsealmyrecord.org to apply to seal their criminal record and alleviate the collateral consequences that follow a criminal conviction — some of which can last a lifetime. “Prosecutors are ministers of justice — it is our legal and ethical responsibility to help people who have paid their debt to society to remove the scarlet letter of a criminal conviction, along with the barriers it creates to accessing jobs, housing, education and other necessities in life,” said Ramsey County Attorney John Choi. “By proactively helping people who have done everything we have asked of them in the criminal justice system to seal their criminal records, we are transforming

our approach to ensure our residents have access to justice, increasing their likelihood of success.” According to the FBI, nearly one in three adults in the U.S. has a criminal record. Long after people have atoned for the harm they caused and fulfilled their obligations to the justice system, criminal records and the collateral consequences that follow continue to serve as barriers to jobs, housing, education and more, preventing people from serving as productive members of their community. Studies have shown that very few people who are eligible to seal their records successfully apply, but among those whose records are sealed, very few commit new crimes. Moreover, on average, they experience a significant increase in wages and employment within the next two years — a win for them, for our economy and for our community. “The expungement process is confusing, cumbersome and expensive — by helping people determine if they qualify and appealing to the court to seal the records of those who do, we are removing these burdens for our residents,” said Washington County Attorney Pete

Orput. “As prosecutors, we must recognize that restoring people to productive members of our community when they do well is equally important as administering consequences when they commit crimes.” Expungement — the legal process of sealing a criminal record — has been available in Minnesota to those with qualifying records since 1996. Changes to the law in 2014 and 2015 incorporated language directing courts to seal records if prosecutors agree, absent the interest of public safety requiring them to remain public. The law changes also expanded the number of eligible offenses. Typically, only those who could afford a private lawyer would even attempt to get their record sealed given the complexity of the process and associated court fees. In the last year alone in Ramsey County, 187 people applied for an expungement; 120 of those used a lawyer in the process. In 2017 in Minnesota, 18,288 people were sentenced with a felony. “We rightfully ask people who have done wrong to others and to society to pay the price. Too often, though, once they’ve paid that price and done every-

thing we as a society have asked, they continue to pay the price — sometimes for the rest of their lives. That makes it unfairly hard for them to afford their lives and live with dignity and respect, and that holds our whole society back,” said Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison. “The Ramsey and Washington county attorneys’ offices are taking a transformative step to make it part of their jobs as prosecutors to help seal the records of low-level offenders who’ve paid the price and just want to give back. My office is proud to strongly support them and to partner with Ramsey County this weekend in a public fair to help people learn how to get this done.” Although Minnesota state Statute 609A.02 includes a long list of eligible offenses, some of the most common are: fifth-degree drug possession or sale, theft, receiving stolen property, damage to property, forgery crimes, issuing a dishonored check, financial transaction card fraud and mail theft. To learn more about the expungement process or start an application, visit helpsealmyrecord.org. From press release

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS show that 301 people have died on Minnesota roads since Jan. 1, compared to 313 last year at this time. The fatalities include 143 single-vehicle crashes and 155 multi-vehicle crashes. The majority of deaths have been alcohol-related. Extra DWI enforcement on holidays and weekends runs Nov. 27 through Dec. 28. Drunk driving-related crashes contributed to 84 deaths on Minnesota roads in 2018.

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This suspect was wanted for an alleged burglary of a hotel in Vadnais Heights and three reports of sexual assault. He was arrested after a tip was provided to law enforcement.

Sheriff 's office arrests burglary, assault suspect The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect after a tip was provided to law enforcement. The suspect was tied to a burglary and three reports of sexual assault in Vadnais Heights in October, according to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office. The suspect, Daqine Akil Lewis, 24, was arrested by North St. Paul Police. He was seen on video Oct. 10 breaking a lock mechanism at Holiday Inn in Vadnais Heights, entering the hotel and stealing an employee cellphone from a cart. Other incidents occurred at Fairfield Inn and Walmart.

Minnesota surpasses 300 road deaths Preliminary fi gures from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety

A study released by US Drug Test Centers shows Minnesota ranks No. 33 for youth consumption of marijuana, No. 12 for alcohol use and No. 33 for cocaine use. The study used recent data from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The study measured the use of marijuana, alcohol, vaping, painkillers and harder drugs such as cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine. In Minnesota, 6% of youth ages 12 to 17 and 19% of youth ages 18 to 25 use marijuana. About 23% of youth age 12 to 20 drink alcohol; and 14% binge drink.

79 alcohol-related deaths (26%) 26 distracted-related deaths (9%) 60 speed-related deaths (20%) 60 unbelted motorist deaths (29%) Source: Minnesota Department of Public Safety

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• Employment • Desktop Support Assistant Part-Time Start Date: 2019-2020 School Year The Desktop Support position with Mahtomedi Schools provides general support for users of the school district's systems by responding to work orders, installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, resolving, repairing, and maintaining computer systems and other technology-related items while on-site, through remote access or via telephone. High School diploma or equivalent work experience. Apply online at: www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us click on Human Resources Follow directions to complete the application. Thank you

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST/LEAD WORKER FULL-TIME Chisago County has an opening for a full time Financial Assistance Specialist/Lead Worker. Duties include providing technical instruction and training to financial staff, establishing procedures for implementing directives for State and Federal program changes mandated by legislation, and assisting the supervisor in administrative functions. Desired Qualifications: 3 years of clerical experience or experience working with the public OR 2 years of clerical experience in a social service/human service agency OR 2 years of study at an accredited two or four year college or university with emphasis in the behavior sciences, business, or closely related subjects OR successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Financial Worker diploma program OR successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Financial Worker certificate program. $20.46 to $28.04 DOQ. Apply online at the Minnesota Merit System website at governmentjobs.com/mnmeritsystem Deadline: November 19, 2019.

COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR FULL-TIME Chisago County has an opening for a full time County Administrator. Duties include performing executive and administrative work as chief administrative officer under the general direction of the County Board of Commissioners, exercising guidance over appointed and elected department heads in matters of budget, purchasing, and general government within the authority vested in the position by the County Board, and ensuring that all ordinances/resolutions/policies of the Board and all laws of the State required to be enforced are properly executed. Desired Qualifications: A Master's degree in Public Administration or related and a minimum of 5 years of public service is preferred. A BA/BS and 10 years related experience may be substituted. $105k to $143k per year DOQ. Interested candidates may apply online at www.chisagocounty.us and include a résumé. To have an application mailed, please call 651-213-8830. Deadline to apply: November 25, 2019.

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If you enjoy meeting people, solving problems and helping businesses grow, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. Press Publications seeks an organized and creative professional multimedia rep to promote and market the business community through our products in print and digital. Sales experience is helpful but training is provided to the candidate who shows the willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced marketplace. SEND YOUR RESUME TO PATTY STEELE AT MARKETING@PRESSPUBS.COM OR CALL 651-407-1213

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Press Publications is seeking a freelance writer to help with local city council coverage for the Quad Community Press, covering the Lino Lakes, Circle Pines & Lexington areas. Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples to Shannon at quadnews@presspubs.com

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