BY CJ WRZESIEN PRESS INTERN
Night to Unite is set to take place on Tuesday, Aug. 5, as local neighborhoods work with police
and fire departments to put together a night of block parties to foster a stronger sense of community.
“If people know their neighbors, they can better identify suspicious
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
It should come as no surprise to those who participated in last year’s Bald Eagle Lake Art Crawl that the event is returning — this year on Sept. 13. Although it will come under a new banner and setup, emerging and seasoned artists will be no less enticed to participate in the artistic merriment.
The brainchild of local artist Cathlin McKenzieLarsen, the crawl found initial success in 2024. That prompted her and fellow committee members Carly Ogata, Sharon Neylon and Alyssa Boldischar to reestablish themselves under the name Bald Eagle
BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR
WHITE BEAR LAKE — The City Council is considering amending its municipal code to replace the chapter that deals with parking.
A second reading of the ordinance is scheduled for the council’s second meeting in August.
“Staff have been eager to update this for quite a long time,” explained City Attorney Dave Anderson. “There was some language in there that was antiquated and needed to be updated for consistency on how things are done … Staff asked me to help facilitate the rewrite.”
Department heads reviewed the city’s existing code and discussed recommendations for changes during several meetings.
In addition to clarifying definitions and removing anything outdated, some key proposals concern seasonal overnight parking, parking in city lots following snowstorms, and trailer parking. (See pullout for more information.)
The code bans parking on city streets after snowfalls of more than 3 inches. “That 3 inches has been very problematic,” Director of Public Works/ City Engineer Paul Kauppi noted. The code also disallows parking on any city street for more than 24 consecutive hours from November through March.
One proposed change is to remove the 3-inch requirement and instead prohibit any parking “immediately following an accumulation of snow.” Another would prohibit parking on city streets from midnight-6 a.m. from Nov. 1 through April 1.
activity and call 911 to report it,” explained Centennial Lakes Police Chief James Mork. “Night to Unite provides a welcoming setting
Lake Arts. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, McKenzie-Larsen says, the group will “expand efforts to bring even more art, creativity and connection to the community.”
Last year, she said, the team noted a need and an appreciation for art activities in the area. “With the White Bear Center for the Arts being such a major draw and an incredible place for learning,” she added, “it seemed like a natural progression for us to become a nonprofit and help bring more arts to the community.”
Ogata added, “We want to do some art events with people of different abilities and get in and work
The City Council held a public hearing at the first reading at which no one spoke.
Mayor Dan Louismet wanted to know more about what a snowstorm would look like for city staff.
Crew aboard the A-scow Firenze (W-4) had a guest skipper during last week’s races – Team USA sailor and 2-time Olympian Lara Dallman-Weiss. The crew including (l-r) Ted Jagger, Carter Johnson, Dallman-Weiss, Mark Duvall, Jeff Schafer and Jesse Bengtson, had two great starts and overcame a few mechanical issues with the boards and spinnaker. Dallman-Weiss, who grew up sailing on White Bear Lake, was in town visiting family and volunteered to skipper one of the A-scows. Her father, John Weiss, was one of the race officials that evening.
SEPTEMBER 28th, 2024 - 11:00 am Bald Eagle Ave - 3rd to 2nd St.
Gloria’s 13th Annual Food Shelf Shortest Marathon One Block Run
$35 (tax deductible) Gives you the privilege to impress your friends, to take it off your bucket list, and to aid a good cause.
T-shirts, White Castles, water and other treats will be included for registered participants in the marathon.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 11:00AM BALD EAGLE AVE - 3rd St to 2nd St.
SEPTEMBER 28th, 2024 - 11:00 am Bald Eagle Ave - 3rd to 2nd St.
$35 (tax
$40 (tax deductible) Gives you the privilege to impress your friends, to take it off your bucket list, and to aid a good cause.
T-shirts, White Castles,
White Bear Area
To register contact: www.whitebearfoodshelf.org
When: 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2
Where: White Bear Lake County park
Details: Enjoy live music by Yam Haus, Nunnabove, and Call Me Fritz while supporting the White Bear Area Food Shelf. Food trucks, beverages available for purchase and a raffle to win a 2-year lease on a vehicle. Purchase tickets online. Contact: whitebearareafoodshelf. betterworld.org/events/ heartbeat-for-hunger
TWIN CITIES PBS AT THE LIBRARY
When: 12:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, July
30
Where: Wildwood Library, Mahtomedi
Details: Join Twin Cities PBS for a family-friendly event with educational arts and crafts designed for children ages 2-8.
Contact: washcolib.com
AUTHOR VISIT
When: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 1
Where: Lake Country Booksellers, 4766
Washington Square, White Bear Lake
Details: Former Minnesota Viking and Supreme Court judge Alan Page and his daughter, Kamie Page, will sign copies of their book “Baking Up Love.”
Contact: 651-426-0918
37TH ANNUAL TOUR DE BAR
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2
Where: Macaluso's Roadhouse, 3857 Labore Road, Vadnais Heights
Details: Bicycle ride around the lake with stops at establishments in Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and Mahtomedi. Fundraiser in support of Mason Fike. Be in the group photo before group departs at noon. Contact: givebutter.com/LnU4m4
MUSIC ON THE LAWN
When: 4-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3
Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, 1851 Birch St.
Details: Hitchville performs country music at the free concert series held on the first Sunday of the month during summer. BBQ food truck available for purchase. Held indoors if rain. Contact: 651-429-9026 or wblumc.org
BIRCHWOOD MUSIC IN THE PARK
When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3
Where: Tighe-Schmitz Park, 410 Lake Ave., Birchwood
Details: Concert by pianist/vocalist Scottie Miller is free and open to the public. Seating not provided; bring a folding chair or blanket. Beer and wine permitted.
Contact: cityofbirchwood.com
NIGHT TO UNITE COMMUNITY EVENT
When: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5
Where: St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1965 East County Road E, White Bear Lake
Details: Get to know neighbors at a picnic with live music by Liechtenstein Nein Band, games, and neighborhood trivia. Pet-friendly and food provided. Will move inside if rain.
INTO NATURE COMMUNITY RECEPTION
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7
Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, Details: View works of art painted “en plein air” around the community and learn about award winners. Free. Contact: whitebeararts.org
MAHTOMEDI HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1975
When: 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6
Where: The Dugout, 96 Mahtomedi Ave.
Details: Casual 50-year class reunion celebration with cash bar and food available for purchase.
WHITE BEAR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1995
When: 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20
Where: Kellerman's Event Center, 2222 4th Street, White Bear Lake
Details: Tickets are available on Facebook or e-mail wblclassof95@ yahoo.com.
WILLOW LANE ELEMENTARY 3375 Willow Ave, White Bear Lake Aug. 7
ST. ANDREW’S 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Aug. 14, Sept. 11
As I recently pulled up in front of our house after work one evening, I looked across the street and admired the porch at our neighbor's house. It's a lovely Victorian era home that sits up on an expansive semi-wooded lot. It got me thinking about how we became friends with our neighbors in the years before they moved. It didn't happen immediately, and there were of course other factors, but the porch played an integral role over time in establishing a friendship with Mike and Faith. It was also a nonthreatening way to meet their impressive menagerie of animals — ranging in size from a gentle Mastiff named Luna to a tiny Chihuahua named Harry.
One of my favorite aspects of porch socializing with our neighbors was that it was often spontaneous. Sometimes I'd be out in front of our house and Mike would call out “Hey Paul!” and offer an invite for drinks out on the porch. Sometimes there would be occasions where a social hour had already started and I'd trundle over with some beverages. We enjoyably rode out more than one power outage out on the porch socializing. When the power was finally restored, we were surprised at how quickly the time had passed. We were sad when Mike and Faith moved to Arizona and for a time kept hoping that maybe they'd keep their Stillwater home as a summer residence. I'm still impressed with how a simple architectural feature could have such positive social impact. We've already had positive interactions with our new neighbors Bob and Michelle, but I recognize the need to resist making comparisons. Only time will tell if the true power of the porch transcends owners.
As observed by Publisher Carter Johnson in a recent column, the wider availability of air conditioning and postwar car culture, including the garage door opener, has dramatically changed our daily lives and how neighbors have interacted over the last century. My personal experiences as a young adult working and living in various neighborhoods in Minneapolis contrast a bit with the suburban mainstream norms of the time. None of the houses I lived in over two decades had air conditioning, it wasn't always pleasant, but we always managed to figure out how to get through occasional summer heat waves. However, one of houses where I lived for a time had a beautiful second story porch, complete with Ionic columns inspired by Greek architecture. We speculated that the turn of the century home could have possibly been ordered out of the Sears catalog. In the early 1900s homes could be ordered in much the same way as an online furniture purchase is done today. Once a choice was made from the hundreds of available models the lumber and precut parts were shipped via railroad boxcar and assembled on site either DIY or with professional assistance.
I embraced the summertime possibilities of the expansive porch on Pleasant Avenue, furnishing it with pieces of furniture that my parents gave me, including a legendary (and virtually indestructible) pair of Naugahyde chairs. Along with the chairs, there was also a loveseat and table. At the far end of the porch, sturdy hooks were installed to facilitate a Yucatan style hammock I'd recently purchased in Tulum, Mexico. We basically lived out on the porch from spring through autumn and I can't even count the number of parties and various other outdoor gatherings that were hosted out on the porch. Looking back at the time spent on Pleasant Avenue, I can safely say that I didn't ever feel that summer was slipping away, because you were effortlessly immersed and aware of the seasons on a daily basis.
I would like to acknowledge time honored architectural features, like outdoor porches and affordable, modular building practices as a hopeful opportunity to be inspired to find creative and affordable ways to adapt our homes to better withstand the heat waves and power outages that are becoming more frequent.
Paul Dols is photojournalist/website editor for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-407-1238
Imagine wanting a goose so badly that you decide to drive 500 miles to North Dakota to get one. Now, imagine that there are no freeways, only dirt and gravel roads, you’re driving a Model T, and you actually come home with 15 giant Canada geese – Branta canadensis maxima, to be exact.
It was the 1920s, an era of flapper dresses, Prohibition, and The Great Gatsby. At the time, Canada geese were quite rare, having been driven towards extinction by over-hunting and habitat loss, and Dr. Charles Mayo decided that a small flock would bring just the right touch of wilderness and “up north” flair to his 3,000-acre family estate. Forty years later, when Dr. Harold Hanson of the Illinois Natural History Survey arrived at Mayowood for a visit, he was surprised to find that the Giant Canada goose, then thought to be extinct, was actually alive and well in Rochester, Minnesota, amidst a flock of nearly 600 birds.
Today, Canada geese are one of the most common and easily recognized charismatic megafauna in our state. There are 4 – 5 million Canada geese in North America, and nearly 25,000 of them spend their summers in the Twin Cities area, hanging out at parks and
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beaches, and wandering around in giant gaggles on whatever road you’re hoping to drive on.
Given their current abundance, you might be surprised to learn that Canada geese were a rare novelty in the 1920s. In fact, state and federal agencies actually worked together to breed and re-introduce them to the wild during the 1950s.
During the 1970s, several of Minnesota’s biggest philanthropic families – the Bells, Crosbys, Pillsburys and Hills – funded a re-introduction effort in the Twin Cities area, led by Professor Jim Cooper from the University of Minnesota. By the 1980s, however, these new goose populations had become so plentiful that Cooper’s students began rounding up metro geese from the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes to ship them out to other parts of the state. It turns out that turf lawns and stormwater ponds are the perfect habitat for Canada geese to grow and thrive.
Canada geese are one of those animals that people either love or hate. They are easy to see and fun to watch, especially when mom and dad take their fuzzy little goslings out for a walk. The goose (female) and gander (male) also tend to mate for life, which gives them a romantic allure, similar to swans and bald eagles.
On the other hand, they leave piles of poop and feathers wherever they congregate and contribute to phosphorus and E. coli pollution in urban lakes and ponds. It can also be downright terrifying to pass by a family of geese if you’re out for a walk in the park. The
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ganders will charge at you hissing and are frighteningly large up-close. Most urban park departments use a combination of annual round-ups, special hunts, and addling eggs to keep them from hatching in order to keep goose populations under control. Though it might appear that all geese look alike, there are actually eleven recognized subspecies of Canada goose, ranging in size from three to 20 pounds. In general, the geese get smaller as you move northward, and darker as you go westward across the U.S. and Canada. It is also relatively easy to tell the difference between male and female geese when they are close together, as the males have longer necks and stand more upright, making them look much larger. Goslings (baby geese) are born in late April and early May and grow for two to three months before they are able to fly. Coincidentally, most adult geese molt (shed) their flight feathers during June and are unable to fly until late July. If you live near a lake or wetland and geese are driving you crazy, it might be a sign that you have too much lawn. Planting a buffer of native plants, and adding more areas with trees, shrubs, and native perennial gardens will help to discourage geese from congregating in your yard…and send them over to your neighbor’s lawn!
Angie Hong is coordinator for the East Metro Water Resource Education Program.
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I am writing because I believe a perspective was left out of the article "Mahtomedi School District ... League Issues." As a transgender woman and a recent graduate of Mahtomedi High School, I believe I can offer insight that is not included in the article. For one, the issue of transgender women in women's sports is an issue that has been blown wildly out of proportion in recent times. The Minnesota State High School League has allowed transgender participation in the sport of their identified gender since 2015. Why is it an issue now? According to estimates, only about 3% of Minnesota's population is transgender. That is about 1600 people, a fraction of whom are students, and an even smaller fraction are athletes. This is a nonissue which has been blown way out of proportion by people who, frankly, didn't give a hoot about women's sports until they found a way to manipulate it in favor of their political goals. The participation of trans women in women's sports is a complex issue, but decisions on whether they can participate should be made by qualified people, not by politicians. And those decisions shouldn't come at the cost of trans kids who just want to play sports with their friends. Transitioning is not an easy path to take, and taking a source of community away from those kids is just bald-faced cruelty. If people took the time to read MSHSL's policy on transgender athletes (300.00 in the handbook on their website), they would see there are multiple hoops
trans athletes need to hop through to participate, meaning it isn't a whim decision a bad actor could make. I also want to contest the use of the phrase "biological male" when referring to transgender women. While this is technically scientifically accurate, it ignores the reality that most trans women who choose to participate in sports have been on feminizing hormones for years, meaning they are more biologically similar to cisgender women than to cisgender men. I hope the Press takes the time to examine their coverage of trans issues, and people take the time to educate themselves.
Florence Lorinser Mahtomedi
Thanks go to Michael Brooks, chair of Lake Links Association, for adding the historical perspective regarding the ongoing push to get a bike/pedestrian trail completely around the lake. Steve Wolgamot, Mike Brooks, Ian Harding and others have worked to make this happen for 38 years, remaining persistent far beyond what most people would have done. They met and are still meeting with engineers and local, county and state governments. They have lobbied for grants and other finances to get this work done. They have attended countless meetings.
Having to work with several government entities has made this a complex project. Persistence is still needed. When you see the benefits of the traffic-calming posts
currently along Highway 96, just think how much safer it will be for you, kids, and seniors when the bike/ pedestrian trail is finally a reality.
For more information about the work being done to help make this community amenity a reality, visit lakelinks.net and learn how you can show support and stay current on the efforts to get this done!
Sonja Irlbeck White Bear Lake
As Netanyahu continues to reign hell on the Palestinians in Gaza, Trump is preoccupied with his buddy, Putin, not giving an inch in his war with Ukraine. With the continuance of Patriot missiles flowing to Ukraine, a stalemate is almost guaranteed.
After 50 years of aid to Israel totaling $318 billion, Netanyahu will never agree to a ceasefire as long as there are Palestinians breathing in Gaza. His genocide will insure the slaughter of Hamas — BiBi's goal of this war.
Trump can stop the shipment of offensive (2000-pound bombs) to Israel and demand a ceasefire immediately. War criminal Netanyahu has murdered nearly 70,000 Palestinians in Gaza, including nearly 30,000 women and children. He's blockaded lifesaving aid, including food, medicine, and water, while bombing Gaza into the Stone Age. The court in the Hague has initiated war crime charges against Netanyahu and his Likud party. Recently, Israeli soldiers killed 85 Palestinians
as they waited in line for food and water.
The bluster of Donald John Trump is unending. If Trump is serious about ending the genocide in Gaza, stop the aid of offensive bombs to Israel.
In Trump's own words, I'm tired of Netanyahu's "BS" about a ceasefire. Stop the killing of innocent Palestinians and return all hostages NOW!
Jim Brunzell Jr. Vadnais Heights
Congratulations to news intern CJ Wrzesien on a well-written article published on July 16, 2025. Although many collections have value, collections of items that cause cancer and emphysema should not be glorified by inviting others to “appreciate and enjoy” these toxic items. We don’t think this is something to “show it off” or that deserves front-page attention in the White Bear Press.
Kathleen
DeManivel, M.D.
J Carlos Manivel, M.D. White Bear Lake
Double standards
This just in… Donald Trump is a heterosexual male who liked to sleep with beautiful women in the ’80s and ’90s. As a Democrat at the time when he hung around with Epstein, he was in good company with every Kennedy, Bill Clinton and Gary Hart who all embraced the sexual revolution of their beloved 1960s. Please stop boring us by printing articles from Trumphating Democrats every week. Partisan smears are just
so much old news. Having Donald Trump as president beats the Elmer Gantry-led Democratic Party of Carter, Mondale, Biden, and Walz any time. Since the days when Teddy Kennedy drove off the Chappaquiddick Bridge, and Jimmy Carter admitted he “lusted after women in his heart” to a Playboy interviewer, Democrats have never once batted an eye at their own sex scandals. Any connections between Epstein and President Trump 30 years ago pale in comparison to the days of Hillary and Bill Clinton’s “bimbo eruptions.” With only two real issues, abortion on demand until the ninth month of pregnancy and sex change operations for children without parental notification, Democrats with their vapid worldview need to whip up endless media frenzies against Donald Trump to gain attention. Truly, if it weren’t for double standards, the liberal media and Democratic Farmer Labor party would have no standards at all.
I work in special education, and I care deeply about student’s access to education. I think most of us want all students to have equal access to quality education. Children are our future, and we want them to be successful. I submitted a letter to the editor that was published in May 2025 where I expressed my concerns
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6 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Rain or Shine! Downtown White Bear Lake www.marketfestwbl.com Theme Week: Environmental Resource Expo
Sponsored by Excel
Gazebo Stage
Scotty Reed Band
Intermission: Jordan Michael
3rd Street Stage
Beartown
Intermission: School of Rock
Marketfest runs Thursdays, June 19 - July 31
Featuring live music, children’s games and activities, pony rides, a classic car show, and 180+ vendors, FREE admission
Sponsors: Kowalski’s Markets, Walser Polar Chevrolet & Mazda, Timberline Roofing, City of White Bear Lake, White Bear Lake Main Street, Frandsen Bank & Trust and Tommy’s Express Car Wash
At 1:50 a.m. Sunday, July 27, deputies were called to the scene of a crash at the intersection of County Road E East and Labore Road in Vadnais Heights. According to reports, a 14-year-old boy had been riding his e-bike in the wrong lane of traffic when he collided head-on with a car driven by an 82-year-old man. The boy was reportedly dressed in black and had no lights or reflectors on
his bike at the time of the crash. The victim sustained severe trauma to his head and body, including a laceration to his femoral artery. The Vadnais Heights Fire Department arrived shortly after and began administering CPR. Allina Health then arrived and transported him to Regions Hospital, where he remains in critical condition. The driver was not injured and remained fully cooperative with authorities, stating he did not see the victim riding his bike before the incident occurred. Police did
The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following selected incidents:
• Assault was reported in the 1800 block of Birch Street July 16.
• A New Richmond woman was arrested for felony drug charges after officers observed her sleeping behind the wheel on Buerkle Road July 16 and found narcotics in the vehicle.
• Officers responded to a noise complaint in the 4700 block of Washington Square July 17.
• A man was trespassed from a business in the 4500 block of Centerville Road July 17.
• Officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the 2500 block of Oak Drive July 17.
• A dispute was reported in the 4800 block of Centerville Road July 17.
• Officers responded to a dispute in the 3600 block of Kenny Lane July 17.
• Disorderly conduct was reported July 17 in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue.
• Officers responded to a dispute near the intersection of Clark and Lake avenues July 17.
• Telephone harassment was reported in the 1800 block of Cedar Avenue July 18.
• Officers responded to a barking dog complaint in the 3600 block of Hazel Street N. July 18.
Officers responded to a violation of a protection order in the 1900 block of County Road F July 18.
• Officers mediated a family dispute in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road July 18.
• Two motorcyclists were issued citations after officers were called about stunt riders in the 4800 block of White Bear Parkway July 18.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected calls for service in Birchwood Village, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:
Birchwood Village
• Deputies on patrol for stop sign and other traffic violations at Jay Street and Hall Avenue June 4 cited the driver of a pickup truck for having a juvenile riding in the truck bed without a seat belt.
Dellwood
• Deputies on June 1 responded to a report of boats stolen, damaged and recovered near Dellwood Avenue.
• Lookout Road residents reported packages stolen overnight June 4-5 and wondered whether anyone else had reported packages stolen in the area. Not within the past 30 days, deputies said.
Grant
• Residents in the 10000 block of Kelman Court N. reported their house and truck were egged overnight May 30-June 1.
• A male was arrested for undisclosed reasons June 1, after deputies conducted a welfare check on a suspicious male
not find any signs of impairment in the driver that would have contributed to the crash. No charges are expected to be filed.
The city of Birchwood Village is seeing a “spate of vandalism,” according to a recent city announcement. Residents who see something suspicious are asked to call the sheriff’s office at 651-4399391 or 911.
• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road July 18.
• Theft was reported in the 2700 block of County Road E July 18.
• A White Bear Lake man was arrested July 18 in the 3100 block of McKnight Road following a report of domestic assault between a man and a woman.
• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 4600 block of Peggy Lane and the 2000 block of County Road E July 18.
• Criminal damage to property was reported in the 1300 block of Hedman Way July 19.
• Officers mediated a verbal dispute between neighbors in the 1800 block of Garden Lane July 19.
• Officers responded to a report of juveniles chasing cars in the 1700 block of Fourth Street July 19, but the juveniles were already gone when officers arrived.
• A propane tank was stolen in the 4400 block of Bay Lane July 19.
• Barking dogs were reported in the 2100 block of Randy Avenue July 19.
• An Oakdale man was arrested for fourth degree DWI following a two-vehicle accident on County Road F at McKnight Road July 20.
• Officers responded to a dispute between family members in the 2100 block of Roth Place July 20.
• Officers responded to a report of disorderly conduct in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road July 20.
• Officers responded to a dispute in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road July 20.
• Officers mediated a verbal dispute between family members in the 2100 block of Randy Avenue July 20.
• Criminal damage to property was reported in the 2600 block of Riviera Drive S. July 20.
walking around Inwood Way N. at 75th Street N. The male told deputies he was fine and wanted to continue walking. However, he refused to present identification. Later in the shift the male was arrested, as deputies realized there was a reason for the refusal to self-identify.
Mahtomedi
• A male reported for videotaping people at Mahtomedi Beach in the 1000 block of Park Avenue June 1 turned out to have been taking pictures of the lake. When deputies looked at the suspect’s phone, they found only lake pictures and no people pictures or videos.
• A male was arrested on warrant at 7:47 p.m. June 1 on Mahtomedi Avenue, after deputies were called to the Wildwood Tavern about a male causing a disturbance and throwing items at the restaurant. The male also received a citation for trespassing and disorderly conduct.
• A motorist was arrested at 12:43 a.m. June 3 in the 3100 block of Century Avenue, following a traffic stop for expired registration and a headlight out.
• Echo Lake Boulevard residents on June 3 reported receiving a fraudulent email about a tax
refund from someone claiming to be from the Treasury Department.
• Ducklings were reported falling through the drainage grate on the shoulder of Kilbirnie Way at Dunbar Way on June 7. When deputies arrived on scene, citizens had already removed the grate and crawled into the storm sewer to retrieve the fuzzy, cheeping baby ducks.
• A porta potty on Lincolntown Avenue was reported set on fire June 7, probably by fireworks ignited inside it.
• An eastbound motorist on Highway 36 at Interstate 694 was arrested for DWI May 26 and given information about impounded plates.
• A motor vehicle was reported stolen June 3 from the 7000 block of 55th Street N. A Caterpillar skid loader was reported stolen June 4 from the 7000 block of 55th Street N.
Willernie
• A grocery delivery driver required towing assistance May 31, after driving over a tree stump on Warwick Lane and getting stuck.
with kids, just to have them experience how to put creativity out into the world.”
To establish Bald Eagle Lake Arts, Larsen organized a fundraiser in December. There, she sold hundreds of hand-painted ornaments to cover the costs of establishing the nonprofit.
According to Neylon, the organization has already secured several sponsors, including Kowalski’s, Rudy’s Redeye Grill, and Young’s Korean BBQ. “We’re just building this base, and the people and sponsors who help make it happen are really important. We’re hoping that that base will grow, because we didn’t have sponsors before.”
For 2025, the White Bear Center for the Arts will host a site showcasing Bald Eagle Lake Arts, offering volunteer opportunities, and providing a place for tax-deductible donations. “The center is thrilled to be part of the Bald Eagle Lake Art Crawl, an event that beautifully showcases the intersection of art and nature,” said Executive Director Chris School. “It's a wonderful opportunity to engage with our community and celebrate the transformative power of art.”
An additional 30 artists will be featured across three new host sites around the lake. Ogata said the organization will encourage more interaction among attendees and participants to build on the previous year’s community-oriented vibe.
The White Bear special education department will host a booth highlighting its transition programs, which teach intellectually challenged students how to run their own businesses after graduation. The program’s students will sell custom-made tumblers and cutting boards through the Bears Boards and More business, which is based at the district’s Transition Center. Visit tec.isd624.org/students/ bears-boards-and-more.
“We are happy to accept artists selling at age 12, as long as they have a parent or guardian to hang out with them,” said Ogata of the crawl’s guidelines. “We do have some young artists, such as a couple of high school students who have signed up.” One returning artist, Tatiana Rosario, formed her own business selling suncatchers, Sun Creations by Tat, following her debut appearance at the 2024 crawl.
“It just reiterates the fact that people want to have art in the community,” said Ogata. “It’s being cut
The
behind last year’s Bald Eagle Art Crawl will return under the newly formed nonprofit Bald Eagle
left to right: Carly Ogata, Cathlin McKenzie-Larsen, Sharon Neylon and Alyssa Boldischar.
in so many places, so we need to bring it back into our community. We can bring like-minded people together, and creatives can meet other creatives in a safe and welcoming environment.”
The 2025 Bald Eagle Art Crawl will be held around the lake from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. Artists interested in applying can do so through Aug. 1 on the organization’s website at www.belarts.org/artistscrafters.
City searching for property management services
The city is seeking requests for proposals for property management services at Pioneer Manor. Since 2018, Pioneer Manor has been managed by Walker Methodist, which has since merged with Vivie, another senior living care and housing provider based in Alexandria.
On June 30, Vivie notified staff it will terminate its management services at Pioneer Manor 90 days after that date. Vivie said the decision lets the organization focus on building more connected, comprehensive models
of care. According to City Manager Lindy Crawford, Vivie indicated that its operations and areas of expertise are evolving away from managing affordable housing. The portfolio of affordable housing that Walker Methodist previously owned has been dissolved, and staff with affordable housing expertise are no longer with the organization.
City staff worked with Vivie leadership to determine the best way to communicate this information to residents and on-site staff. A notice about the transition was given on July 14.
The city issued its request for proposals July 23. It will bring a recommendation to the City Council by its Aug. 26 meeting.
The city of White Bear Lake has transitioned its whitebearlake. org website and email domain to whitebearlakemn.gov. All government entities must make the change by January 2026. The .gov domain is controlled by the federal government, which— unlike .com, .org or .net — is protected and can be used only by official government entities, including federal, state, tribal, county, city, and school districts.
The city’s website is now www. whitebearlakemn.gov, and city staff email addresses will be listed as @
NEW website address: www.whitebearlakemn.gov
NEW email addresses: @whitebearlakemn.gov
whitebearlakemn.gov. Although visits to the city’s “.org” webpages and emails sent to city staff “.org” email addresses will be redirected automatically to the corresponding .gov address, community members are encouraged to use the new domain and email addresses.
BY LOGAN GION CONTRIBUTING WRITER
By the time Mallory Clem enters White Bear Lake Area High School as a freshman this fall, she will have been under the spotlight in three different musicals. In April, she played Delia Deetz in White Bear Lake Combined Middle Schools’ production of “Beetlejuice Jr.” In June, she played Glinda in Children’s Performing Arts’ (CPA) production of “Wizard of Oz.” Now, she plays Regina George, the queen bee and
antagonist in “Mean Girls.” Five years ago, however, she was not allowed on stage, much less front and center.
“Otter Lake Elementary school works with Ashland (Productions), and every year, they put on a musical …” recalled Clem before laughing while covering her face. “The first time I got my costume, and I was performing with everyone, I went home, I laid in my mom’s bed and I’m like, ‘I think I like this … I want to do this for a while.’”
That production was canceled due to the COVID pandemic a month later.
Like many, Clem was scared to interact with others once quarantine was lifted.
CBY LOGAN GION CONTRIBUTING WRITER
hildren’s Performing Arts’ (CPA) production of “Mean Girls” has an ironic feature: Everyone in the cast is nice to one another. Cast members believe that the reason they can be friends while performing the show’s material—an acidic comedy about a transfer student who gets roped into a revenge scheme to infiltrate and overthrow her new school’s queen bee—is because of trust built on past relationships.
“I don’t think there’s a lot of people in this cast that don’t know each other,” said Audriana Walsh-Smith, who plays Janice Ian, the girl who hatches the revenge plot.
K“After COVID, I had extreme social anxiety—and now look where I am,” she compared, motioning to an all-cast dance rehearsal. “Theater has definitely helped me bump out of that COVID stuff.”
Once theaters reopened, Clem not only signed up for a redo of her school’s production, but she also auditioned for any opportunity she could after that. “Seventh grade summer, I decided to do a summer full of musicals,” Clem explained. “Then, I auditioned for ‘Beetlejuice,’ and I had this newfound confidence… It wasn’t a full year since I had auditioned, it was two months.”
Clem also credits CPA for boosting her theatrical skills. “Anybody can come to
“It’s very close-knit. We’re all willing to help each other.”
Another likely reason this cast gels is because, unlike the head of a clique, director Vanessa Agnes is collaborative rather than authoritative. “I feel like when you are so hard and unyielding, even if that’s coming across as your passion for it, it can close the door into working with your actors…” explained Agnes. “Yeah, here’s a direction, but I want to see where you take it and run with it and go.”
One of Agnes’ directions for each cast member to bring their lived experiences to their roles.
Mallory Clem, an incoming freshman who plays Regina George, the show’s queen bee, approaches her relationship with the
protagonist like she would her little brother. “It’s kind of nice to tune into that sassier side,” she said.
Jackie Gaalaas, an East Ridge High School junior who plays Cady Heron, the transfer student, is fittingly the only major cast member new to CPA. “I relate to (Cady) especially being new to a theater company, just trying to make sure I fit in with everybody. … just being an excited teenager and then getting into a space and it not being exactly how you thought it would be,” she said. Gaalaas differentiated, though, that her experience at CPA is merely different than other theater companies, while Cady Heron’s experience quickly becomes tyrannical.
Walsh-Smith, meanwhile,
is tapping into the hurt that cliques can cause. “I was betrayed … during middle school, and Janice is betrayed twice by Regina and Cady. She has so much anger and trust issues.”
Gaalaas believes that “Mean Girls” is about moving past anger and seeing the other person in a friendship. “Everybody is their own person. Everybody has a good side,” Gaalaas stated. Clem, however, views that statement from the other side of the coin: “Everybody. Everybody is a mean girl. Even the guys.”
Children’s Performing Arts production of “Mean Girls” runs Aug. 8-10 at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center. For tickets and details, visit childrensperformingartsmn.org.
BY LOGAN GION CONTRIBUTING WRITER
elly Tokay, an elementary art teacher in the Anoka-Hennepin school district for over 30 years, stepped away from her job because of a breast-cancer diagnosis. After over a year of treatment, Tokay felt called to reach children who did not have access to elementary art programs. Since that decision, Tokay has taught elementary art over extended stays in both Spain and Jamaica.
This summer, though, Tokay is teaching at Spruce Park in White Bear Lake.
A White Bear resident for 22 years, Tokay’s own children did not have access to art at their elementary schools; the district has only recently begun offering half-year programs for that age group. For the other half of the year and during the summer, however, opportunities are difficult to find. Therefore, Tokay decided to fill the gap.
“Some of the neighbor kids kept asking me to do an art project with them,” explained Tokay. “I thought, ‘Why don’t we do art in the park?’” From there, Tokay applied for and received a grant from the Minnesota Regional Art Council. Now, every
Tuesday and Thursday, Tokay runs a free (with advanced signup) art class for kids ages 4-12.
“I really wanted to give back to my community that I love,” said Tokay.
“After 30 years of teaching, I know how art can change students’ lives and help them with mental health and confidence.”
Art in the Park’s lessons change depending on the day. One Tuesday, for instance, the children made a clay textured landscape. “We used carving tools and used different textures to press into the clay,” Tokay explained. “We looked at two different landscapes that are at the Minneapolis Institute of Art … They noticed that it showed space in art, so things that are further away are smaller. Things that are closer are
bigger.” August’s lessons will revolve around clay coil pots and seascapes. No matter the project, Tokay finds the kids’ reactions to be her favorite part, especially if this is a child’s first art class. “One little girl, she’s a homeschooler, gave me a card that said, ‘You’re the best. You’re my favorite art teacher,” Tokay said before laughing, “I thought it was so funny because I’m the only art teacher she’s ever had.”
To have your child participate in Art in the Park, register at themnvangoghproject.net. Spots are limited. Tokay plans to open registration for next summer’s classes in mid-March 2026.
CPA, and it will change you for the better. I tell everyone, ‘You want to get a a better role, or you wanna you wanna improve a little bit? Go to CPA.”
In the immediate future, Clem plans to try out for White Bear Lake’s fall highschool musical, “Cinderella.” Beyond that, Clem has plenty of time to figure out a career path—though she knows that, whatever goals she sets, the skills she learned in theater will help her get there.
“Theater will teach you a so many things—being proud of yourself, accepting an audience and just talking… It is crazy how much theater can change a person,” Clem said.
All camps take place at Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake
ADVENTURES IN CANDYLAND
Grades: K-2
Dates: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Aug. 4-8
Details: Journey through the Peppermint Forest and cross the Gumdrop Pass in this weeklong adventure through CandyLand. Students will spend time reading books, telling stories and creating characters. Friends and family are invited for a special showcase at the end of the week. More information at childrensperformingartsmn.org/ programs.
SOLVE IT! CAMPGROUND KIDS MYSTERIES
Grades: 3-6
Dates: 1-4 p.m, Aug. 4-8
Details: Grab your detective hats—it’s time to crack the case. In this weeklong camp inspired by “The Campground Kids” series by C.R. Fulton, students will dive into exciting mysteries while exploring outdoor spaces in White Bear Lake. Friends and family are invited for a special showcase at the end of the week.
STORYTELLING THROUGH DANCE
Grades: 3-7
Dates: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, Aug. 4-15
Where: Shoreview YMCA, 3760 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview
Details: Let your child’s creativity take center stage in this two-week camp that uses movement, dance and imagination to bring stories to life. This program is perfect for any child who loves to move, imagine and create. No dance experience necessary. More information at lakeshoreplayers.org/theatre-education.
ONE-ACT PLAY: ‘CAP’N HOOK’
Grades: 7-12
Dates: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Aug. 11-15
Details: Students will rehearse and perform the one-act play “Cap’n Hook” by Jason Witter in just one week. Through a series of flashbacks, Hook shows the audience Neverland from the pirates’ point of view. Friends and family are invited to come to see the final performance at the end of the week. More information at childrensperformingartsmn.org/ programs.
BY CJ WRZESIEN PRESS INTERN
The Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic, celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, features some of the best former, current and soon-to-be collegiate tennis players in the upper Midwest in a tournament that raises funds for pediatric cancer research at Children's Minnesota and around the world. The tournament was devised when
White Bear Lake resident Ron Peterson started brainstorming ideas to raise money for Children’s Minnesota in the wake of his 12-year-old daughter Juliann’s leukemia diagnosis. She had received treatment at Children’s Minnesota.
Peterson envisioned a mixed doubles tennis tournament with proceeds going toward research initiatives to find a cure. The first tournament took place at
Dellwood Country Club, with support from The Jacobson family, owners of Pine Tree Apple Orchard, as founding sponsors. The tournament has since moved to Life Time White Bear Lake. This year the tournament will host over 200 players in four age groups. The tournament begins at Life Time on Thursday, July 31 and matches continue throughout the weekend. Finals take place on Sunday, Aug. 3. Admission is free. A food tent
features dishes and desserts made with apples from Pine Tree Apple Orchard, and a new feature this year is a beer garden where guests can sit and watch the matches.
Event Coordinator Lisa Mushett said this year’s goal is to raise $540,000 for the Pine Tree Apple Fund. She said that the tournament has raised more than $8 million for pediatric cancer research since its inception.
about the rollback of diversity, equity and inclusion policies and the impact on students with disabilities. I asked, “Where will the line be drawn?” on supporting our students. Now I am writing again about the further devastating implications for our students due to the dismantling of the Department of Education.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act is legislation that is housed under the DOE. FAPE is a legal right under IDEA, which ensures all students have access to Free Appropriate Public Education, including students with disabilities. This law requires that states create an individual education plan for each student found eligible under disability standards. Statistics vary by state, but recent data says approximately 15% of all students have an IEP. These plans cover a wide range of the uniqueness of student needs: speech, vision or hearing impaired; gifted; anxiety; or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are just a few examples.
The DOE is responsible for releasing federal funding to states under IDEA. As the DOE gets dismantled, there is no clear mechanism to enforce things like IEPs. That means if a district determines that a particular accommodation is too costly (such as additional staff members, or accessibility supports for vision, hearing, or physical disabilities), they could refuse to comply with those accommodations. Parents will have limited legal recourse to challenge those decisions or hold schools accountable. Although money for students with disabilities will (supposedly) remain intact, access to funds and school accountability will be severely impacted.
Support our public schools and students. Speak up about how you want your tax dollars spent. I believe in equal and equitable access to education for all students.
Jessica FitzSimons Vadnais Heights
I am responding to a letter from Renee McCabe. She starts out by saying that she is embarrassed by a letter sent by six Republican members of the U.S. House to Kirsten Hillman, Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. The letter complains about Canadian wildfires negatively affecting Minnesotans’ ability to spend time outdoors during the summer months.
She goes on to say that these fires severely damaged 16,000 structures and forced 200,000 residents out of their homes, killing two people. She then said these representatives chose to kick them when they're down and blame the Canadian government for its lack of forest management. She then said she was deeply ashamed. The fact is, she should be ashamed of even writing this letter. Canada has been sending the smoke from their fires for years through all of the northern states with apparently no forest management whatsoever. The fact is, these fires don't need to get out of control, especially around populated areas with intelligent forest management. I'm sure there are a lot of U.S. logging companies that would be glad to clear-cut fire breaks so that these can't jump and create more catastrophes. I wonder if she feels bad for the elderly and people with lung conditions who have to breathe this toxic gift from Canada every year. And does she feel bad for the possible lung problems and deaths here in USA? Probably not. My advice to her would be get your head out of the clouds, or in this case, the smoke, and be outraged at the country that is responsible for our lack of fresh air.
Being able to celebrate Juneteenth in my own community made me feel so proud. Prior to this year’s event, I had to travel outside my community to find a celebration. This year, Vadnais Heights hosted a great event on June 21 at Kohler Meadows Park. It warmed my heart to be able to celebrate and share my culture and heritage with my own community. There were over 500 people attending, with free food, music, kid’s activities and adult resources. Thanks to Vadnais Heights Community Action Network for putting on such an amazing event. I look forward to joining in the celebration next year.
I dreamed this a few weeks ago and want to share it: One Night I See
One night I see a whirling dervish. I see it turning and turning and faster and faster, catching the things of this world in its spin. Friends, caught in its wind. Dizzy, disoriented, nauseous.
I feel the force of the wind more and more even with my feet planted, my toes gripping the earth.
Buffeted by the whirl and spin I lift my arms high into the air.
My spirit searching for others the same. Finding 10,000 hands reaching. 10,000 hands holding. Strong. 10,000 breathing as one.
All planted feet, all gripping toes, all chanting, moving towards the dervish to slow its spin.
A fierce love to calm the wind.
10,000 witness the whirling dervish and the heavy breath as it releases its captured.
10,000 hands reaching out. 10,000 hands holding, safe. 10,000 healing as one.
Candidate promotes civic engagement
I’m writing in support of Mary Nicklawske for mayor of White Bear Lake—not just because she’s a friend, but because I’ve seen firsthand her commitment to principled, inclusive leadership. After the 2024 election, Mary founded a local civics club — a space for White Bear Lake residents to discuss everything from zoning to national politics. It isn’t flashy, and it doesn’t serve an agenda. It’s simply a place for people to listen, learn, and engage. The goal is to connect with neighbors and that real civic engagement means listening to everyone — even when we don’t agree.
That’s the kind of leadership Mary brings. She’s thoughtful, principled, and truly committed to building a stronger, more inclusive White Bear Lake. I believe she’ll be a mayor who leads with integrity and heart.
• ISD 624 is utilizing multiple strategies for sustainability efforts within the district. Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald highlighted that ISD 624 now has 14 solar-panel arrays on 11 sites across the district. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is also awarding a grant for the district to purchase an electric school bus. Wald estimated that the vehicle will in use by the middle to end
of the coming school year. The district is also applying for a grant from the Minnesota Department of Commerce for two additional electric buses, which could arrive in 2026. Finally, the district is switching lighting over to LEDs, specifically in gyms, cafeterias and parking lots. “It’s not that we’re spending taxpayer dollars on these efforts because we’re just not able to,” explained Wald, “but there are
opportunities out there if you keep your eyes open …”
• The board will hold a second reading next month of numerous policies. The district’s Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Workplace will now include specific procedures to follow if an employee has a prescription for a controlled substance or medical cannabis. The School Weapons policy has more specific language regarding the definition of
“active shooter.” The Protection and Privacy of Student Records policy now considers parent contact information of students to be private data. The Student Medication and Telehealth policy now more specifically defines uses of Epinephrine Delivery Systems (commonly known as Epipens). The School Meals policy now more
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CITY OF GEM LAKE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE GEM LAKE PLANNING COMMISSION
July 24, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the Planning Commission of Gem Lake, Ramsey County, Minnesota shall consider an application request from Roger Vannelli, on behalf of The Lakes Dispensary, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to have a lighted sign for their business. The requested sign is 24’ x 5’ and will be located above the awning. The hearing will take place at the Planning Commission meeting on August 12, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. at the Gem Lake City Hall. A copy of the application and staff report will be available from the City Clerk approximately one week prior to the hearing.
Melissa Lawrence, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
CITY OF GEM LAKE
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS
JULY 24, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of Gem Lake, Ramsey County, Minnesota shall consider proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 131 Consolidated Land Use, Sections 5, 6, 7, 8, and 16. The hearing will take place at the Planning Commission meeting on August 12, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m. at the Gem Lake City Hall. A copy of the Ordinances and staff report will be available from the City Clerk approximately one week prior to the hearing.
Gretchen Artig-Swomley, Mayor Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
CITY OF MAHTOMEDI
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
2025 PARKING LOT AND TRAIL PROJECTS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bids for the construction of the 2025 Parking Lot and Trail Projects will be received online through QuestCDN vBid™ until Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. local time. Immediately following expiration of the time for receiving bids, representatives of the City of Mahtomedi will publicly view Bids at an online Bid opening meeting. Those interested in viewing the online Bid opening are welcome to join the meeting by logging on to https://zoom.us/join or calling 1.312.626.6799 and entering Meeting ID 991 2636 2300 and Passcode 258517. The as-read online Bid results will be available at www.questcdn.com following the Bid opening.
The Project includes the furnishing of all labor and materials for the construction complete in-place, of the following approximate quantities:
85 CY Remove Concrete
2500 SY Full Depth Reclamation
3000 SY Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”)
900 TON Bituminous Pavement (All Types)
5000 S F 3.5” Bituminous Walk
1 LS Concrete Median
1 LS Install Light Post And Wiring
0.05 ACRE Restoration
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. Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at www. questcdn.com. Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the website for a nonrefundable fee of $55 by inputting Quest project #9801925 on the website’s Project Search page.
The website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the website www.questcdn.com. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from other sources.
Bids will only be accepted via the electronic bidding service through QuestCDN.
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 60 days.
For all further requirements regarding Bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents.
DATED: July 30, 2025 BY THE ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Scott Neilson, City Administrator, City of Mahtomedi, MN
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Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
CITY OF MAHTOMEDI
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on August 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from Jake Horton, East Performance LLC, at 9124 Ideal Ave. N, for an interim use permit, conditional use permit and a variance. The purpose of the requests is related to the construction of accessory structures at the subject property. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed request to the City Council, for their meeting to be held on August 19, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend.
If you have questions about this notice or if you would like further information regarding the project described above, please contact Hannah Rybak, Mahtomedi City Planner, at 612-269-3684. Written comments may be submitted to City Hall, or via email at hrybak@wsbeng.com.
Scott Neilson, City Administrator
Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
CITY OF MAHTOMEDI
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on August 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from Applicant Jason Pieper, on behalf of property owner Peter Corniea, at 223 Old Wildwood Rd., for a minor subdivision and an associated side yard setback variance. The purpose of the request is to split the subject property into two single family lots. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed request to the City Council, for their meeting to be held on August 19, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend. If you have questions about this notice or if you would like further information regarding the project described above, please contact Hannah Rybak, Mahtomedi City Planner, at 612-269-3684. Written comments may be submitted to City Hall, or via email at hrybak@wsbeng.com.
Scott Neilson, City Administrator
Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
CITY OF MAHTOMEDI
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that on August 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from Applicant Patrick Fischer, on behalf of property owner Xavis Properties LLC, at 1050 East Ave., for a preliminary plat and variances to reduce the front yard setback requirement for two of the lots. The purpose of the request is to plat the subject property into six single-family residential lots. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed request to the City Council, for their meeting to be held on August 19, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend.
If you have questions about this notice or if you would like further information regarding the project described above, please contact Hannah Rybak, Mahtomedi City Planner, at 612-269-3684. Written comments may be submitted to City Hall, or via email at hrybak@wsbeng.com.
Scott Neilson, City Administrator
Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF ELECTION
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, the City Council of Willernie will hold a public hearing on Wednesday August 20, 2025, at the regular City Council
SAINT PAUL WARD 4 SPECIAL & WHITE BEAR LAKE MAYORAL PRIMARY AUGUST 12TH, 2025
RAMSEY COUNTY ELECTIONS
Notice is hereby given that both a Primary and Special Election will occur on August 12 th, 2025. Visit mnvotes.org to view a full list of candidates and ballot content. The following offices will be on the ballot in their respective jurisdictions:
NOTICE OF ELECTION
SAINT PAUL WARD 4 SPECIAL & WHITE BEAR LAKE MAYORAL PRIMARY
AUGUST 12TH, 2025
• Saint Paul, Ward 4 – City Council (Special Election)
Notice is hereby given that both a Primary and Special Election will occur on August 12th, 2025. Visit mnvotes.org to view a full list of candidates and ballot content. The following offices will be on the ballot in their respective jurisdictions:
• White Bear Lake – Mayor (Primary)
• Saint Paul, Ward 4 – City Council (Special Election)
• White Bear Lake – Mayor (Primary)
The following polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on August 12 th, 2025:
The following polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on August 12th, 2025:
meeting in Willernie City Hall, 111 Wildwood Road, Willernie, MN to approve the amendments to ordinance 112.030.
Victoria R. Keating, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025. STATE OF MINNESOTA CONCILIATION COURT – GOODHUE COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO: 25-CO-25-134
To: Thang Nguyen 1577 Marion Street St. Paul, MN 55117
NOTICE OF STATEMENT OF CLAIM
You are hereby notified that a Statement of Claim has been filed against you in the Conciliation Court of Goodhue County, Minnesota, by the Plaintiff, Certegy Payment Solutions, whose address is P.O. Box 7189 Clearwater, FL 33758. The claim involves an unpaid debt.
NOTICE
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
as possible, on August 18, 2025, at Heritage Hall, 4200 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110.
This Public Hearing will be conducted to afford the
the opportunity to comment on jurisdictional transfer of a roadway to White Bear Township. South Shore Boulevard (County Road 94) between Bellaire Avenue (County Road 160) and County Road F (County State Aid Highway 12) are to be reverted to ownership by White Bear Township.
Persons who intend to testify are encouraged to sign up by www. ramseycounty.us/chiefclerk or to contact the Chief Clerk at 651-266-9200 prior to August 18, 2025.
If in-person testimony is not feasible, comments may alternatively be provided via the following methods: Email: chiefclerk@ramseycounty.us | Phone: 651-266-9200 | Written Mail: Chief Clerk, 15 W. Kellogg Blvd, Suite 250, Saint Paul, MN 55102 Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025. STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: CIVIL, OTHER NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE (REAL PROPERTY) COURT FILE NO. 62-CV-24-7863 Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Zachary B. Whitman and Andrew F. Whitman, as personal representatives of the Estate of David B. Whitman, deceased, Amy Elizabeth Lang f/k/a Amy Elizabeth Whitman, Audrey Lynn Hargest f/k/a Audrey Whitman, Sarah Lundquist, and Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that under and by virtue of a Judgment and Decree entered in the aboveentitled action on June 24, 2025, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises hereinafter described to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due said Plaintiff in the above-entitled action, as prescribed by the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Ramsey County will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: September 18, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Ramsey County Sheriff, 360 Wabasha Street N, Suite 111, St. Paul, MN 55102 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY: The South 160 feet of Lot 6 and the South 160 feet of the East 5.28 feet of Lot 7, Block 1, St. John’s Little Canada Heights, Ramsey County, MN and Lot 6, except the South 160 feet thereof, and the East 5.28 feet of Lot 7, except the South 160 feet thereof, Block 1, St. John’s Little Canada Heights, Ramsey County, MN PROPERTY ADDRESS: 353 Rose Lane, Little Canada, Minnesota 55117 PROPERTY ID: 08.29.22.22.0039 THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES Section582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITYH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT ABANDONED, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: July 21, 2025 Bob Fletcher Sheriff of Ramsey County, Minnesota By: /s/Michael Frank , Deputy Drafted by: Michael Everson, #0388310 RANDALL S. MILLER and ASSOCIATES 8525 Edinbrook Crossing. Suite 210 Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 (612) 223-6873 File No. 24MN00198-2 A-4848622 07/30/2025, 08/06/2025, 08/13/2025, 08/20/2025, 08/27/2025, 09/03/2025 Published six times in the White Bear Press on July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27, and September 3, 2025.
STATE OF MINNESOTA CLEMENCY REVIEW COMMITTEE
LEGAL NOTICE The following individuals who were convicted of crimes in Ramsey County have applied for relief from the Clemency Review Commission. The applications will be considered at the meeting scheduled for Feb. 7, 2025, commencing at 9:00 a.m. at 1450 Energy Park Dr., St. Paul, MN: Jerri Linda Malone 2nd Degree Assault - dangerous weapon Convicted: 11/28/2012 Scott Jay Debban 1st Deg. Murder – 2 counts, Attempted 1st Deg. Murder Convicted: 11/4/1993 Daniel James Valtierra
Aid/Abet 1st Degree Felony Murder - 3 counts, Aid/Abet 2nd Degree Murder with intent Convicted: 2/10/2005 Ethan Robert O’Connor
Misdemeanor domestic assault
Convicted: 2/14/2013
Victims have a right to submit a statement at this meeting. For more information, email the Clemency Review Commission at clemency.review. commission@state.mn.us or call 651-539-2610. Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 30, 2025.
WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA SCHOOL BOARD NOTES CONTINUED
closely aligns with the meals program created by the Minnesota Department of Education. The Literacy and Read Act policy will now include screening guidelines for children in the dual immersion program as well as hiring and training guidelines for dual immersion staff. The Student Transportation Safety policy will no longer require bus safety training deadlines for late enrollment students. The Disposition of Obsolete Equipment and Material policy will now allow surplus or obsolete books to be donated to local families or students. Other changes are largely being made for grammatical or clerical reasons.
• The board approved their Graduation Requirements
policy. Due to White Bear Lake Area High School’s switch to trimesters this fall, the policy committee revised the number of requirements necessary from each field of instruction for a student to graduate. According to Director of Curriculum and Instruction Jennifer Babiash, the requirements are in line with state standards for a trimester schedule. Additionally, high-school students will now have to take one credit of personal finance in either grade 10, 11 or 12. All school district policies may be viewed at www.isd624.org/ about/district-policies.
• The board is paying its proportional share of $55,400 to the Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate
School District 916 for its 2026-2027 long-term facilities maintenance plan.
• The board will renew its membership in the Minnesota State High School League for the 2025-2026 school year. During July, the White Bear Lake Area School Board does not meet for monthly work sessions. Therefore, the board will next convene for its monthly regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11, at the new District Service Center at Sunrise Park, 2399 Cedar Ave., White Bear Lake.
Steve
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651-261-5285
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Q. Why do you want to be mayor of White Bear Lake?
A. I would like to be your captain.
In many ways a city is like a ship. We all live in the same geography. Instead of walking corridors we travel down our streets. We all eat and drink and yes go to the bathroom. All these things happen on a ship. They all happen in our town. It is our city government that keeps them all running. The city provides our water, sewer and our trash collection. The city paves our streets and plows the snow.
Most people get on a ship to travel the world. The draw is the activities, the pool, the games, the dancing and the drinking. Our town is our own little world. And what a world we have in White Bear Lake. We have the lake. We boat, we swim, we walk. For many it is the lake that brought us here and kept us here. Our city cares for the beaches, the parks, the ball fields and they even plow our walking trails.
Finally, a captain needs to keep the passengers safe. Our city provides for public safety. We are all cruising through life in our town called White Bear Lake.
What is my goal? As my name suggests: Four more years of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness! I would like your vote to captain the ship of our wonderful city for the next four years.
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Q. Why do you want to be mayor of White Bear Lake?
A. Like many of you, I have a deep appreciation for our city. After dedicating years of my career and personal life to public service, I want to use my skills to serve our community as the Mayor of White Bear Lake. When I listen to the community, I hear a longing for leaders who are honest, transparent and hardworking. As someone who founded a successful business for the visually impaired, served on nonprofit boards, led fundraisers for St. Mary of the Lake School/Frassati, and coached varsity basketball, I understand what it means to “work for the people.” Through measures such as budget strategies, guiding clients through challenging times in their lives, or motivating athletes to succeed, I understand how to connect, organize, and inspire people.
To be an effective mayor, first, being responsible with money is a priority. I’ll ask the hard questions to ensure that taxes are well spent. Second, there is a need for a central source of communication from City Hall. I will ensure there is a communication hub that serves our multi-generational needs. Third, with a large aging population, I will establish a senior task force to develop solutions addressing the needs of our seniors.
White Bear Lake needs a mayor who will lead by example, recognize all our unique neighborhoods and be accessible to constituents. I will protect and honor our small-town feel, while ensuring our city is prepared for the future. I would be honored to be Mayor of White Bear Lake.
The primary election will be Aug. 12. In-person absentee voting is available now from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Ramsey County Elections Office, located at 90 Plato Blvd. W., St. Paul.
Contact info:
651-353-3455 schoenthalermatthew@gmail.com www.matthewformayorwbl.com
Q. Why do you want to be mayor of White Bear Lake?
A. I am running for mayor of White Bear Lake because I deeply believe in the strength of our community, the value of transparency in leadership, and the importance of preserving the character that makes White Bear Lake a city people are proud to call home. As a lifelong resident and publicschool employee, I’ve had the privilege of serving our youth and families daily — listening to their concerns, celebrating their milestones and understanding the challenges they face.
White Bear Lake is at a pivotal moment, balancing growth with preservation, safety with inclusion, and tradition with innovation. I want to ensure every decision made at City Hall reflects the needs and values of our residents. I’m committed to accessible leadership, protecting our neighborhoods, supporting responsible development and making sure families, seniors and small business owners all have a voice in our future.
My campaign isn’t about politics — it’s about people. I want to serve as a mayor who shows up, listens, and acts. Together, we can protect what we love about White Bear Lake and move forward — thoughtfully and united.
Those who want to vote early can also request an absentee ballot and mail it in/drop it off to the Ramsey County Elections Office. Absentee voting is available through Aug. 11. Those who want to vote the day of the primary should visit their regular polling place between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. For more information, visit ramseycounty.us/elections.
journey around the track and White Bear Lake Area High School – North Campus during the Survivor and Caregiver lap segment of the recent community event.
At right: Local performer Nicole Wood agreed to take on the role of Glinda to help illustrate the “Lions and Tigers and White Bears - Oh My - There’s No Place Like Hope!” theme of the evening inspired by event founders Keith and Patty Warner. According to the Relay for Life website, participants had raised $143,577.40 of their goal of $150,000.00 at press time.
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for police officers and firefighters to connect with members of the community in a way that builds and strengthens relationships. The best crime prevention resource we have is the eyes and ears of citizens looking out for each other. Connected neighborhoods equal safer neighborhoods.”
The Centennial Lakes Police Department has participated in Night to Unite for many years, but has seen a decline in the requests it receives to attend parties. (Learn more by reading Captain Pat Aldrich’s guest column on Page 4 of this week’s paper.)
Captain Issac Tuma has organized Night to Unite parties for the White Bear Police Department since 2008, when it was still called National Night Out. Tuma sees the event as a way for both the community and the police department to connect and communicate — while serving as a way for neighbors to get to know one another better.
“It’s really beneficial for us right away, because they are already making those steps to take ownership of their community,” Tuma said. “By talking with each other, they tend to solve problems that way, without
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even calling us.”
The event also gives officers a chance to meet people who live in the areas they patrol. Neighbors can connect with their local officers, get an up-close look at the squad cars, and get a better understanding of what officers do.
“When you create the relationship and they consider you their officer, there’s lots of times that when it’s not an emergency, or when they have an issue in their community, they reach out to that officer,” Tuma said.
The Washington County and Ramsey County sheriff’s offices also participate in Night to Unite. In Washington County, the sheriff’s office works with all county communities to host parties, typically receiving around 70 requests.
Leading up to the event, groups can fill out a form on the sheriff’s office website, where they can put in an address and request a time for officers to appear. They also can add special requests or ask for demonstrations.
“Different groups will ask for different things,” Commander Tim Harris said. “Like K-9 demonstrations or maybe get a chance to see a SWAT vehicle. We try to get to as many as we can and fill some of those requests.”
This is Harris’ first year planning Night to Unite for the sheriff’s office, but he has participated in the event for many years. He said that engaging with the community and answering their questions is one of his favorite parts of the event.
In Ramsey County, the sheriff’s office coordinates with local fire departments to visit local parties. The
Staff from the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, Washington County Sheriff’s Office and local fire departments visit neighborhood block parties during Night to Unite.
office typically has over 100 volunteers — consisting of deputies, volunteers and other city representatives— who are split into pairs. Each pair tries to attend four or five parties. Approximately 145 parties are planned across the six cities the department serves. Night to Unite lets communities meet local deputies and firefighters. “Every time the deputies or the firemen pull up, it’s fun to see the engagement and camaraderie within the community and with first responders,” Crime Prevention Deputy Alicia Ouellette said.
Neighbors get an up-close look at what the department does and receive informational and promotional items. Communities also can contact their local first responders and fire departments to request appearances.
For more information about Night to Unite, visit natw.org.
CJ Wrzesien is an intern with Press Publications. He can be reached at news@presspubs.com or 651-4071200.
The Senior Center has moved! Our new location is at the Sunrise Park District Service Center, 2399 Cedar Avenue, WBL WBL Community Education classes open online on August 1! www.whitebear.ce.eleyo.com or call 651-653-3121.
55+ Driver Safety / $35 / In Person: Sep 5, 9am-1pm | Sep 17, 5-9pm | Online: Aug 7, 1-5pm | Sep 18, 9am-1pm Chair Yoga: Mon, Aug 4-25, 10-10:45AM, $30 Sr Center Senior Center Grand Re-Opening: Sep 4, 10am-12pm, Senior Center
FootCare Clinic: 30-minute appointment, $55. Call 651-653-3121. Meals on Wheels: Hot or Frozen meals delivered Monday-Friday. If you are interested, know of someone who may need meals, or have questions, please call 651-653-3123.
MAHTOMEDI COMMUNITY EDUCATION
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ALL ACTIVITIES ARE HELD AT OHA UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. WE WILL MOVE BACK AT THE DISTRICT EDUCATION CENTER, STARTING ON AUGUST 19TH.
Mondays: Stitchers - FREE 1-3 pm, 2nd/4th Monday of Month Mahjong - FREE 1-3 pm, 1st/3rd Monday of Month Bingo - FREE. Monday, August 25th 1:30-3 pm Mahtomedi District Education Center
Tuesdays: Cribbage - FREE 1-3 pm
Wednesdays: Bridge - FREE 1-3 pm
Thursdays: 500 Cards - FREE 12:30-3 pm
Fridays: Games - FREE 12:30-3 pm; Bridge - FREE 1-3 pm;
The following requires registration: mahtomedi.ce.eleyo.com or call 651-407-2018
Alzheimer's Association - FREE. Tuesday, August 12th, 4-5 pm Minnesota Geology - $30. Wednesday, August 20th, 3-4 pm Mixology - Cocktail Making: Bourbon - $19. $60 due the night of the class. Tuesday, August 19th, 6:30-8 pm. The Velveteen Speakeasy Women’s Self Defense Seminar (Ages 13+) - $35. Wednesday, August 20th, 5-8 pm Paint and Sip - $45. Sunday, September 7th, 3-5 pm. Big Wood Brewery Strength and Balance - $139. Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 9th-October 23rd, 1:15-2 pm. Free for SilverSneakers, RenewActive, OnePass, or Silver&Fit. Mahtomedi District Education Center Tai Ji Quan - $129. Fridays, September 12th-December 12th, 12:45-1:30 pm. Free for SilverSneakers, RenewActive, OnePass, or Silver&Fit. Mahtomedi District Education Center
Zumba Gold - $65. Fridays, September 12th-October 24th, 9-9:45 am. Mahtomedi District Education Center
Community Lunch - $12. Tuesday, October 7th, 12-1 pm. Live music provided by local harpist, Laurie Leigh. Lunch catered by Donatelli's. Registration deadline: September 30th at noon Mahtomedi Community Theater: "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" Performances - $15 adult ticket. $10 for ages 60+ and under 15. Purchase tickets at: http://zephyrfinearts. ludus.com/
Thursday, August 14th, Friday, August 15th, Saturday, August 16th, 7pm and Sunday, August 17th, 2pm
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Resources for family caregivers. Are you or someone you know helping an older adult and looking to connect for support? Lyngblomsten Community Services can help you navigate the journey. We specialize in memory loss support and services. Contact us to ask your questions and to learn more about community resources, education, and support groups that are available. For more information, contact Lisa Brown at (651) 6325320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org.
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Virtual Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group: Family and friends caring for someone experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia are welcome.
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This virtual support group meets on Zoom on the second Tuesday of the month at 10:30 AM and is facilitated by Lisa Brown, MSW, LISW. To register and receive a Zoom link, contact Lisa at (651) 632-5320 or caregiving@lyngblomsten.org.
Therapy services at Cerenity White Bear Lake help you return to what you do best. Our combination of highly trained compassionate staff and the most innovative care in the area make our community your best choice for professional therapy services.
Provided by Lyngblomsten Community Services, The Gathering is an enrichment program that provides brain-stimulating activities for adults living with memory loss and four hours of respite for their family caregivers. Participants are able to attend the program up to 3 days a week at the Lyngblomsten campus in Lino Lakes (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays). Sessions are also offered at Lyngblomsten’ s senior living campus in Como Park. To learn more, contact Lisa Brown at (651) 632-5320 or caregiving@ lyngblomsten.org.
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State Farm agency to host Night to Unite gathering
Ty Haschig’s State Farm agency of White Bear Lake will host a Night to Unite event from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5. There will be food vendors, a bounce house, live music by local artist Brendan Bonin, face painting, balloon artists, yard games, a toucha-truck event, and giveaways. All are welcome to attend. Ty Haschig’s
agency is located at 2063 County Road E East, Unit B.
Revive Salon expands footprint
Revive Salon and Spa has expanded its operations, growing from 3,212 to 4,012 square feet. The business took over some space from the adjacent business, Abbott Paint and Carpet, enabling the salon to
nearly double its service capacity and increase its number of styling chairs from 12 to 26.
“This strategic move not only enhanced our client experience with more availability, but also positioned Revive for continued growth and elevated service offerings,” Manager Kaitlin Nolan said.
The Washington County Fair, a summer tradition since 1871, is back for its 154th year. Running from Wednesday, July 30, to Sunday, Aug. 3, the fair promises family fun for all ages with classic attractions and brand-new experiences for 2025.
Throughout the week, the carnival midway offers daily thrills with rides, games and classic fair food. Exhibitors will showcase their hard work through
livestock and agricultural exhibits. The fair also hosts a talent show with preteen, teen and open divisions. In the evenings, the grandstand comes alive with action-packed events including the truck/tractor pull, barrel racing and bull riding. On July 30, people 65 and older, veterans and active-duty military can receive discounted admission before 1 p.m.
New features in 2025 include pig races, Dazzling Dave,
White Bear Lake 6th graders, “McGlovens!” CHAMPIONS!
Thank you to parents and especially coaches. Back row: Liam Denker, Nolan Polgaz, Henry Brandon, Nolan King, Judah Xiong, Charles Hall, Austin Vang, Drake Diaz, Coach King; Front row: Jordan Lee, Maxwell Voeller, Alex Erickson, Tyler Vannatta, Maxwell Lange; Not pictured: Coach Diaz
national yo-yo master, Untamed Magic (Minnesota’s youngest magicians), University of Minnesota Raptor Center eagle program, music trivia contest, and numerous live music perfomances.
The Washington County Fairgrounds are located at 12300 40th St. N. in Stillwater. See the schedule of events and learn more at washingtoncountyfair.org.
Enjoy working with children?
The Centennial School District is hiring paraprofessionals for all grade levels for the 2025-2026 school year. Positions may include supporting students one-on-one or in small groups, assisting special education students, lunchroom, and recess duty. Starting wage is $20.00/hour. Our talented students and first-rate staff exhibit Cougar pride in all they do!
I enjoy being a paraprofessional a t Centennial schools because I have an opportunity to impact young lives every day" ~Kristine
How to Apply ► Visit isd12.org/join-our-team for information. Centennial is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
The City of Forest Lake is seeking a qualified and motivated Building Official to lead our Building Inspections Division. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing community and play a key leadership role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of residential, commercial, and public building projects throughout the city. The salary range for this position is $48.04 - $59.80/DOQ. To be considered for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and the City's employment application to: Abbi Wittman, Community Development Director at Abbi.Wittman@ ci.forest-lake.mn.us. This position will remain open until filled.
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Age 80 of Shoreview passed away on Saturday, July 26th, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; brother Don; parents Arlien and Don Sr.; grandparents Bamp and Ruth; and many beloved friends and family.
She will be fondly remembered by her son Karl (Sara); grandsons Henry and Isaac; brother Larry (Chris); sister-in-law Cookie; as well as numerous close friends of 40+ years and extended family.
A service celebrating Darlene’s life will be held at Pilgrim House Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Arden Hills on Saturday, August 2nd at 11a.m. Memorial donations may be made in Darlene’s honor to Second Harvest, Saint Therese at St. Odilia, or a charity of your choice.
5/1/1950 – 7/7/2025
Eric John Eggen, 75, passed away peacefully at home and was a lifelong White Bear Lake resident. He was preceded in death by parents W Homer and Mary Eggen. He is survived by son Tylor (Shannon) and grandson Andrew of Fridley, sister Kathy (Tim) of Ames IA, and brothers Peter (Marcia) of Battle Lake, MN and Paul (Dianne) of Eagan, MN, nephews Ryan (Laura), Justin, Thor (Vanessa) and Eli, grandnieces and grandnephews Olivia, Hayden, Silas and Bryce.
Eric was born in Rochester, Minnesota and graduated from White Bear Lake High School. He was on the 1967 State runner-up cross country team. He enjoyed traveling, scuba diving, lifeguarding and volunteering at the food shelf and Como Zoo. Eric had a lawn care and snow removal business. He also enjoyed time with friends and family, especially during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Eric was fun-loving and enjoyed making people laugh at his antics and jokes.
A memorial service will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake on Saturday, August 16. Details available at Honsa Funeral Home - https://www.honsafamilyfuneral.com/obituaries 651-429-6172
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Second Harvest Heartland-White Bear Lake or Como Friends.
Age 86, passed away on July 18, 2025, at Gable Pines in Vadnais Heights.
Longtime resident of White Bear Lake and the east side of St. Paul, Bubs was an amazing cook, a gracious hostess, a trusted friend, an adoring mom, grandma and great grandma, and most of all, a lover of Jesus.
Preceded in death by her parents Marjorie and Denis Mondor and her husband in later life, Dave Radermacher. Survived by daughter Wendy (Jon) Erickson, son Greg Van Guilder, grandchildren Travis (Brianna) Erickson, Grant (Natalie) Erickson, Brita Van Guilder (fiancée Colton Link), Gunnar Van Guilder (fiancée Anna Schwartz) and two great grandsons. Also survived by three sisters, a sister-in-law, a brotherin-law and their spouses as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Although some preceded her in death, she is also survived by many wonderful friends including the Hayden Heights Church crew, the Johnson High School girls and her dear friend Judy from the post office. Special thanks to Lydia, Chi, and Dalsen from Gable Pines and Peter and Mary Jo from Good Samaritan for their compassionate care and listening ear.
A living celebration of life party was held in September 2024; no additional services will be held. If you choose to celebrate Bubs with a memorial, donations in her name can be made to Bridging at www.bridging.org.
Well done, good and faithful servant!
Age 87 of White Bear Lake.
Husband, Father, Grandfather & GreatGrandfather.
Preceded by wife Joyce; parents, Robert and Ruth; and brother, Dan. Followed by sister Mary. Survived by children, Chris of Hugo, Craig of Minneapolis, Scott of Minneapolis, and Holly (Karen) of St. Paul; grandchildren, Shawn (Becky), Ryan, and Amanda; great-granddaughter, Madeline; siblings Mike, Tom, Steve, Linda, Dorothy and Bob; and special friend Dorothy.
Gathering of friends and family at Mueller Memorial, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Visitation at 5:00pm. Service at 6:00pm followed by reception. Mueller Memorial, 651-429-4944 www.muellermemorial.com
Age 81, of North St. Paul. Passed away July 24, 2025. Preceded in death by husband James and brother Dick Pendergrass. Survived by children Sue Schaaf, Stacy (Scott) Schaefer, Steve Schaaf, Shannon Schaaf (Jerry Comeau), Selena Fuhrman (Landon Hamblin); 13 grandchildren; 5 greatgrandchildren; siblings Jan (Les) Johnson and Al (Barb) Pendergrass.
Funeral Service Friday August 1 at 11:00am with visitation 10:00am at Redeeming Love Church, 2425 White Bear Ave, Maplewood, MN 55109. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, North St. Paul.
Wallace
05/15/1943 - 07/17/2025
Age 82. Passed away on July 17, 2025 at St. John’s Hospital in Maplewood, MN with his loving daughters at his side.
He was born in Belgrade, MN, and was a longtime resident of Vadnais Heights. His memorial gathering will be held Wednesday, August 6 from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 4600 Greenhaven Dr, White Bear. Visitation begins at 10:30 am, with a memorial prayer at 11:30 am, and lunch to follow. Bradshaw - White Bear, 651-407-8300
Kauppi explained that the public works department typically begins plowing its municipal lots downtown between 2 and 4 a.m., so they are clean and clear by 8 a.m. If subsequent snow falls, crews return the next day to replow areas.
Council Member Andrea West said a lot of people in her neighborhood park overnight on city streets. “Where are people supposed to park between midnight and 6 a.m. if they don’t have a driveway and can’t park on a city street?” she asked.
Kauppi noted that the proposed requirement of midnight-6 a.m. would allow crews and police more time to deal with problem cars. He said that, by the time workers find problem areas, it is too late to react. “Midnight gives us a couple of hours to predrive the area,” he said, “and allows officers to get that taken care of before the majority of our snowplow operators get out there at 2 to 3 a.m. “
Council Member Kevin Edberg said he had concerns regarding the changes to winter parking and trailer parking. He wanted to know how city staff communicated with the public while drafting the proposed ordinance. “How did we inform our community and engage them to find out what are the impacts on the people that have to live with the ordinances we pass?” he asked. “Now that we have a policy, what outreach have we done to solicit responses to the draft language? We had a public hearing tonight; no one spoke.”
City Manager Lindy Crawford explained that the city followed its typical process for updating ordinances,
which did not include soliciting public feedback yet. She said the updates were triggered by changes to parking ordinances, such as those near the high school campus. She noted the council could change its process at any time.
Edberg suggested holding off on enforcing the changes and working on engaging and educating the community while communicating the changes. “I think we are seeking enforcement and change too rapidly,” he said. “These are two massive cultural changes, and I think we are trying to rush it too fast for this year. We have lived with it for 50 years. We can probably manage one more year and do a better job of communication and implementation for 2026.”
Louismet said he didn’t have an issue with the process that was followed. If the council wanted to have further conversation about its process, he said, he was open to that but didn’t think it was necessary.
“Nothing is irreversible … We have been doing it like this for 50 years, and it has been operationally difficult. I think this is a chance to make an improvement,” he said. “If it doesn’t advance the operations of the city, we can always change it. I think saying, ‘You can’t park on the street for six hours during the winter months,’ folks will figure it out.”
Council Member Heidi Hughes suggested that city staff add language about impending snow. “I would love to see one last stab at trying to narrow it down,” she said. The council agreed there was a need to further define the snow event, perhaps by calling it a “snow emergency.”
A second reading of the proposed changes will take place Tuesday, Aug. 26.
• Amend the definitions section to remove unnecessary definitions and add or supplement other definitions.
• Clarify the council’s ability to establish specific parking restrictions throughout the city and to establish permit-only parking in such areas to provide parking assurances for certain city residents.
• Clarify the requirements and application process for issuing resident and short-term visitor parking permits. Delete outdated code language.
• Prohibit street parking from midnight-6 a.m. between Nov.1 and April 1 to ensure that public works staff can efficiently remove snow (current restrictions have proven ineffective and difficult to enforce).
• Prohibit parking in municipal lots following any snow accumulation, avoiding enforceability issues when snowfall amounts trigger such restrictions.
• Prohibit parking that obstructs or blocks access to driveways and sidewalk/trail connections.
• Prohibit parking trailers on city streets for more than 30 minutes, except in locations designated as trailer parking.
• Establish that parking violations are petty misdemeanors (i.e., noncriminal) and subject to a fine that under state law cannot exceed $300.
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
For the first time in 55 years, White Bear Lake will be playing in the American Legion baseball state tournament.
Post 168 hosted the Sub-State 7 last week and went 5-0, with two wins over runner-up Tri-City Red and one each over North St. Paul, Forest Lake and Hamline Purple, in the nine-team, double-elimination tournament.
The Bears take a 22-4 record and 10 straight wins in the state tourney at St. Michael-Albertville starting Thursday.
“1970 — that was the last time White Bear Lake went,” said coach Matt Seiler, who researched the subject as it became apparent the 2025 team could end that drought. Originally he thought that 1992 was the last state trip, but it turned out the Bears just won the regular season district that year and not the playoffs.
This team is “solid all-around,” said Seiler, asked to pinpoint what makes them good. “We’ve got a .330 team batting average. Our pitchers have an earned-runaverage between two and three. Our defense has been error-loss in three-quarters of our games.”
They started the summer wracked with some disappointment over their runner-up finish to CretinDerham Hall in Section 4AAAA in the high school season.
“We lost on a bad call at home plate against Cretin,” said Seiler, an assistant on that team. “The Legion season is a second chance for us.”
Evan Newlander provided the highlight, throwing a six-inning no-hitter against Forest Lake in a 10-0 win Friday. He also hit .400 in the tournament.
“It’s been our goal ever since we won a state title as 13-year-olds,” said Newlander, referring to a Gopher State Tournament. “All the seniors played on that team. We’ve always wanted to make White Bear Lake baseball a lot better than it’s been.”
The Bears shut out their first three playoff opponents — North St. Paul 10-0 as Brady Williams spun a sixinning two-hitter with six strikeouts, Tri-City Red 8-0 behind Roman Lachenmeyer’s three-hitter with three strikeouts, and Forest Lake 10-0 on the no-no by Newlander, who stuck out five and walked six batters, three of those erased by double plays.
Newlander said his fastball and cutter were especially sharp, leading to a stream lot of ground ball outs. This was his second no-hitter of 2025, following one against Irondale in May.
The six-foot lefty, committed to Concordia-St. Paul, is 5-0 for the summer, allowing just nine hits and four runs (two earned) in 30 innings, with 40 strikeouts.
The Bears edged Hamline Purple (Cretin-Derham Hall) 5-3, rallying after Devon Castro hit a three-run homer against Tyler Schwietz in the first. Tate Cermak threw five shutout innings for the win. The Bears took the lead sparked by Newlander delivering a two-run
We definitely got our chick fix on Big Mantrap Lake, where 45 eggs were laid and 25 chicks hatched. Nests with canopies do have a better track record againstprotectingpredation. Len is researching canopy options for our 2026 nests on WBL.
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American Legion Post 168 sub state 7champions are headed for state — Front (from left): Tyler Schweitz, Christian Humphrey, Brady Williams, Riley Helmberger, Gunner VonWalter. Back: Matt Anderson, Kevin Zollinger, Tyler Allshouse, Evan Newlander, Owen Farrington, Tate Cermak, Coach Matt Seiler, Manager Owen Mortimer, Kaleb Bartels, Isaiah Weber, Luke Bush. Not pictured: Jace Lombardi, Roman Lachenmayer, Tony Pettman, Weston Joy, Manager Dylan Allshouse.
STRAND | CONTRIBUTED Owen Farrington shut down Tri-City Red in the sub state finals, 5-1, with 11 strikeouts.
single and a third RBI on a ground out. Castro, their starting pitcher, gave up five runs. That win over their conference arch rival clinched their state trip. In the finals Sunday, against another Suburban East power, the Bears stymied TCR (Mounds View) again, 5-1, behind Owen Farrington, who struck out 11 batters, and spaced out six hits and two walks. Newlander hit .400 in the tournament with six runs and four RBI’s, Isaiah Weber .368 (five runs), Farrington .364 (five runs, four RBI’s), Tyler Allshouse .353 (six runs, four RBI’s) and Matt Anderson .286 (four runs).
The article, “Former Bear pitcher Smith drafted by Colorado Rockies,” July 19, stated that Smith was the first Bear baseball player to be drafted since the 1990s. It should have included that White Bear Lake pitcher Steve Turnbull (2005) was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 17th round in 2009. He spent three seasons in the minors. We apologize for the omission.
There is no shortage of Loon chicks on Big Mantrap Lake! On July 12, Len and I spent a magical morning with Loon experts Barry Guptil, one of the founders and leaders of the Big Mantrap Lake Nesting Program and Steve Maanum, a Loon volunteer and award-winning photographer, educator, and outdoor communicator. We toured 24 nesting sites, 18 of which had artificial nests, and the remaining all natural. After launching all the artificial nests, in late March, Barry and Steve head out in Barry’s boat, several times a week to check the nests and Loon activity around the entire 1556-acre lake. This was the third year in a row that 45 eggs were laid. Nesting and renesting occurred May 2 -30, and hatches, May 29 -June 25. Cameras were installed on several of the nests, to assist in monitoring nesting activity. 25 chicks hatched. 20 eggs were lost to predators,
primarily wild mink, or storms. We viewed video footage of the mink in action. Not a pretty picture. We learned that canopies on the artificial nests do make a difference in protecting the eggs from predation. Barry recommends installing canopies a few years after a nesting pair claims a nesting site. Len has already started researching available canopy options and plans to add canopies to some of our WBL artificial nests in 2026. Like our nests on WBL, each of the nests on Big Mantrap has a name and history. A few names of interest: Porcupine Bay, Mud Flats, Dead Island, Ladyslipper East and West, Love, and Needle Point. The chicks we spotted were 4-6 weeks along in their development, except for one darling pair that hatched in late June. Most of the chicks are now in the throes of molting, with flight and contour feathers starting to emerge. Loon
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parents were busy delivering fish, protecting their chicks from predators, and passing on Loon skills. We thoroughly enjoyed our chick fix. After visiting the National Loon Center, we rented a boat on Crosslake and counted Loons and chicks on five lakes on the Upper Whitefish Chain. We spotted several Loon families making their way through the boat traffic and smoke from the Canadian wildfires. Believe it or not, some of the trees are starting to turn, so I included a “leaf bird”, I threw together from fallen leaves and acorns I found near Trout Lake. Our WBL Loons are doing well and the waterdances continue to expand. We look forward to following their antics this week.
Tuesdays
Tuesdays Rotating Trivia & Bingo 6:30pm Rustic Roots Winery
Wednesdays Keychain Kash All Day Big Wood Brewery
Aug 1 Music: Michael August 5 – 8pm 7 Vines Vineyard
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Aug 3 Painted Pebble Ceramics and Sip 2p-5p Saint Croix Vineyard
Aug 6
Cribbage Tournament 6 - 7:30pm Rustic Roots Winery
Aug 7 Hat Lady Event/ 5:30pm Belle Ame Vineyard
Stephanie Murphy
Aug 8 Wedding Open House 4pm
Aug 8 Soccer Shots/kids event 5pm
Aug 9
Asgard Street Eats 5p
Aug 10 Music: Josh Quinn 2 – 5pm
Aug 10 Yoga Retreat/Class 9am
Aug 10 Free Mini Massages 12p-4p
Belle Ame Vineyard
Belle Ame Vineyard
White Bear Meadery
7 Vines Vineyard
Belle Ame Vineyard
Saint Croix Vineyards
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Candle Making Experience 2p-5p Saint Croix Vineyards
Aug 11 Harvest Dinner/Wine (Tickets) 7 Vines Vineyard
Aug 13 TCWEP Visit & Venue Meetup 11am
Networking
Belle Ame Vineyard
Aug 13 Music: Jennifer Grimm/ 5:30 – 8pm 7 Vines Vineyard
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Joe Cruz
Music: Noah Burnett 5pm
Soccer Shots/kids event 5pm
Family Movie Night/kids event 5pm
Aug 16 Big Wood Stock 4p-9p
Belle Ame Vineyard
Belle Ame Vineyard
Belle Ame Vineyard
Big Wood Brewery
Aug 17 Vine & Vinyasa/Class 9am Belle Ame Vineyard
Aug 17 Summer Market/Tradeshow 11am Belle Ame Vineyard
Aug 20 Music: Tim Cheesebrow 5 – 8pm
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Aug 20 Cribbage Tournament 6 - 7:30pm Rustic Roots Winery
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