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BY ANDREW WIG – SUN NEWSPAPERS He keeps a list. He might doublecheck it. But Jim Braasch is not Santa Claus. He doesn’t eat your cookies; he brings them to your door. And maybe the treats will end up on Santa’s plate late Christmas Eve, next to the milk. If they last that long. For 36 years, the 61-year-old Braasch has kept to tradition, whipping together the flour, eggs, sugar and lots of butter. Every Christmas, the result is the same: spritz cookies, which go in gift-wrapped coffee tins destined for long-time neighbors and family as far flung as Colorado and North Carolina. Braasch keeps a list of his clientele, about 60 in all, tracking the last few years with check marks, making sure that no one on the list goes without their spritz. They would notice if Braasch misses a delivery, because in some households, the tins are like treasure. So with cookies in hand, Braasch’s neighbors have taken special measure to keep their children from prematurely stuffing their faces with Braasch’s
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Jim Braasch of Richfield has delivered tins of his spritz cookies every Christmas for 36 years to neighbors, friends and family. (Photo by Andrew Wig – Sun Newspapers) Weekly Super Savings! Virginia Oberg hides her ration of baked goods, which are reportedly spritz, too. “If they were out when everyaddictive. body is over,” Oberg said, “they’d be “I used to hide those cookies, because gone in no time.” my kids would say, ‘Are Jimmy’s cookies Braasch guards the recipe tightly. “I here yet?’” recounted neighbor Jean don’t even know the recipe,” said Bette Emerson, who has known Braasch for Braasch, the baker’s 89-year-old mother. about 30 years. “They’d eat them up W e e k l y S u p e r S a v i n g The s ! younger Braasch went over his before Christmas.” mother’s head in obtaining the spritz People insist there is something special in those cookies. “They are delicious. They really are,” Emerson said. COOKIEMAN: TO PAGE 14A
To some, it warms the heart. To others, it’s an annoyance. To others yet, it is a sales tool. Thus, an important decision: What to play through the PA this time of year? “Having the right Christmas music playing will keep the customer in the store longer, and make their shopping experience better and thereby they spend more money,” said Jose Brown, product manager for DMX, which provides subscription music service to retail outlets across the country, including the Twin Cities. For some retailers, the bells and xylophones start chiming Nov. 1, which means by now, some may already be covering their ears. For some it’s like, “by the time Christmas rolls around and you’ve heard ‘Feliz Navidad’ a MUSIC: TO PAGE 21A
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City prepares to raise property taxes BY ANDREW WIG – SUN NEWSPAPERS Property taxes in Richfield are going up, an increase explained Tuesday, Dec. 6, during the city’s state-mandated Truth in Taxation hearing. The city plans to raise its property taxes by almost 4 percent over its 2011 levy, making for a preliminary gross levy of nearly $17 million. Considering an estimated 2 percent decrease in home market value, the 2012 levy would increase taxes on a $175,000 home from $962 this year, to $1,039 in 2012. Taxes on a $225,000 property would increase from $1,237 to $1,336. The new levy comes as the city plans to stop banking on local government aid from the state, which the city has found to be an unreliable and diminishing revenue source. The city was told to expect $2.2 million in LGA last year, but received a little over half that. Richfield is budgeting for about $420,000 in local government aid for 2012, although it has been told to expect $1.2 million, the amount the state certified for the city. Had the city budgeted for that amount in LGA, the 2012 levy would have decreased by 1 percent.
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sons why (the levy) has increased,” Peterson said, “but we can look around and the city’s been on a big spending binge. A lot of projects going on. … We’re looking at a facility right here that a lot of people think is excessive.” Peterson noted his loneliness in protesting the levy. “I’m very surprised,” he lamented, “no one is here to voice the same opinion.” Other factors in the levy increase included the state switch from the Homestead Market Value Credit program, to the Homestead Market Value Exclusion, the credit program used to reduce taxes paid by homestead property while promising to make up that reduction to local taxing authorities. The elimination is expected to save the state $400 million over the next two years, and means taxing authorities must now levy for that revenue, leading to property tax increases. A $1.87 million debt service levy for capital improvements and a $698,700 equipment levy— which pays for items including five new squad cars, a blacktop paver, tree chipper and equipment for computer networking and infrastructure — also are included in the new tab. The city council was expcetd to vote to certify the final levy Tuesday, Dec. 13.
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Why the “Dealer’s Best Price” may not be “Your Best Price” The new car and truck business has become extremely competitive in the last few years. Margins have never been smaller, but advertising low prices just isn’t enough to move the needle anymore. Prices need to be “too good to be true” to stand out. This has caused an epidemic of misleading advertising that, unfortunately, wastes the customer’s time or leaves the honest dealer off many of their shopping lists. How does this happen? Well there are a number of ways to deceptively show an artificially low price. Most prevalent right now is advertising a price reduced by a number of rebates that 99% of shoppers aren’t eligible to receive. The incredibly low price looks like it applies to anyone, but once in the dealership you learn that you, like the majority of people, are not on some list or manifest. Your price is hundreds or even thousands more. General Motors as an example presently has over 20 programs to access niche markets. To show how obscure some of these target groups can be, the USAA Private Offer applies only to USAA members, so basically current or retired military that have purchased USAA insurance, yet the $750 rebate is routine in many advertised prices with little or no disclaimer. While these ads are certainly confusing, probably deceptive, and maybe even illegal, nobody has done much to curb their spread. The Better Business Bureau, State Attorney General, and maybe even the automobile manufacturers will certainly look into them on an individual basis, but their hands seem to be tied because there are a few people who might actually qualify. Ultimately, is this the kind of dealer you really want to enter into a relationship with? The Valley Group of GM Dealers is embarrassed for our industry and frustrated because it’s all so unnecessary. If you visit a Valley Store, the sales person can reference you personally on a factory incentive check website to insure you receive all the rebates and credits available. Then your trade can be estimated with a number of online tools like Kelly Blue Book or NADA. Finally you can view the factory invoice and we can mutually decide on an acceptable profit margin. It’s simple and completely transparent, or in other words “The Valley Way.” Thanks for taking the time, Jim Paul VP/GM Valley Automotive Group
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Ten months later, it’s time to reassess Well, it’s been less than a year since I moved back to Minnesota from Mohave County, Ariz., but I’m starting to see how some people might like one more than the other. Personally, Minnesota is home and always will be the preferred locale, but I can understand how some might like the desert better, I guess. In efforts to illustrate my own train of thought, I’ve laid out a few pros and cons here. Maybe you’ll agree the Midwest trumps all, but then again, maybe not. Just as a note, I know there are differences by region in any state, but since I only lived in one county in Arizona, I’m making observations from just that area.
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Pro: Warm and sunny with palm trees, cactuses, but still has the occasional rain shower to keep things interesting. Con: I don’t care what anyone says, 120 degrees is too hot to handle no matter how “dry” the heat is. And, when it rains, it floods. Like crazy. You’ve never lived until you’ve taken your Chevrolet Corsica off-roading through a flooded out mess of mud where a road used to be. Believe me. Minnesota Pro: Absolutely beautiful summers with abundant out-
door activities. Con: Nine months of freezing temperatures and snow that clogs roads with traffic and, just last week, made me take my life in my hands just to get a gallon of milk.
Politics Arizona Pro: Arizonans are freedom-loving people with a distinct love for the Constitution and the rights therein. Con: Whose interpretation of the Constitution are we talking about? Minnesota Pro: A healthy mixture of more liberal areas near cities are balanced with a more conservative rural out-state area. Con: Balance in political views doesn’t always mean things get done. State shutdown, anyone?
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Partnering with Best Buy could revolutionize Richfield Schools To the editor: What if in these trying times, we in Richfield recognized the tremendous opportunity that our school system has. We have the international headquarters of Best Buy. This brings thousands of talented, well-educated employees to our city 52 weeks a year. Its founder and its executives are people of good will, exceptional leadership, generosity, innovation and tremendous success. Our compact school district presents a unique opportunity to create a model school system in conjunction with this talent. We and Best Buy could leave our students, the city, the state and even our nation a great legacy. We could enlist Best Buy, together with others, to design and lead
the implementation of a model school system designed to place students first and designed to overcome the resistance to fund the present system. Only the best teachers would be hired with the same benefits of the private sector. It would have the most challenging and expansive curriculum, longer school days and a longer school year, with the top talent from Best Buy, and perhaps U.S. Bank, regulars in the classroom. The latest technology would make class size a non-issue. Classes could be held in our facilities and excess Best Buy space. Teachers and students would clamor to get in and have to perform to stay. We could start immediately with an efficiency and effectiveness audit of all present non-classroom expenditures in a search for better utilization of the monies available. It’s worth dreaming, considering and pursuing. Ernie Lindstrom Richfield
People Arizona Pro: Folks are fiercely independent in the desert. Con: A culture of “Are you out to take something from me?” persists. Minnesota Pro: The Minnesota Nice stereotype is largely true. Most people are polite and will help out however they can. Con: Don’t plan on getting anywhere on time; you’ve still got another 15 minutes of chatting with the gas station attendant about the weather before you can fill up.
Final judgment Minnesota: Home. Arizona: Not home. No matter how it all shakes out, I’d still rather be here than anywhere else.
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Turning technology toward finding the missing Techniques, attitudes have changed how law enforcement searchs for those who are lost BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS The last time Dottie Pease communicated with her daughter was in March 2009, when she sent her an unpleasant text message. She still regrets that to this day. Dottie’s daughter, April, had been in Minnesota for about five months and was staying at Cornerstone, a Bloomington domestic abuse agency that was providing April and her son with shelter. April was also enrolled in a drug treatment program, as she had a 10-year history of methamphetamine use, according to her mother. Pease, of Issaquah, Wash., visited her daughter on April’s 30th birthday in February 2009. It was the last time she saw her daughter. During the four-day visit April suggest-
ed that she wanted to return to Washington. Pease encouraged her daughter to remain in Minnesota and complete her treatment program. Pease was also concerned for her daughter’s safety, as there was a history of conflict between April and her son’s father, Pease recalled. Cornerstone employees contacted Pease in March 2009 to inform her that a woman had dropped off her grandson at Cornerstone the previous night. The woman said that April was going to work and didn’t have time to drop off her son, Pease learned. April didn’t answer phone calls from Cornerstone employees that night, but she did send text messages saying she’d return later that night or the next morning, according to her mother. Pease called her daughter after receiving the call from Cornerstone but was likewise rebuffed. April also responded to her mother by text messages, saying she needed a break. Pease suggested that April’s son would be turned over to child protection if she left him in the care of Cornerstone employees. April doubted that, her mother recalled.
After the initial text message exchange April sent a few more text messages to her mother, who was convinced her daughter’s actions were the result of another relapse. She responded to April by text message, telling her daughter to leave her alone, she was done dealing with her. It was the last exchange Pease would have with April. Pease had been paying her daughter’s cell phone bill, but disconnected the service at the end of March 2009, as she thought that paying her daughter’s bill would continue to enable her recurring drug habit. Pease regrets that decision, too. The last time anybody has vouched for April’s whereabouts was March 17, 2009. The Bloomington Police Department began a missing person investigation in September of that year.
Land of 10,000 missing There have been more than 10,000 missing persons cases in Minnesota this year, and by the end of the month that total should top 11,000, according to Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension statistics.
Those cases include runaway children, children involved in custody disputes between their parents, adults with dementia who have wandered away and cannot be immediately located and people like April who unexpectedly disappear for no known reason. In 98 percent of Minnesota’s cases the missing person is located or returns home within a week, according to Kris Rush, the manager of the missing and unidentified persons clearinghouse of the BCA. For Bloomington, most missing persons investigations are closed within 48 hours, according to Bloomington Police Sgt. Marty Early. When a Minnesota law enforcement agency receives a report of a missing person it is obligated to take a report, regardless of how long the person has been missing or the person’s age, according to Janell Rasmussen, training director for the BCA. After taking the report, the response is accelerated if the person is considered to be endangered. A missing person may be deemed endangered if he or she might MISSING: TO PAGE 12A
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District assumes heavier levy burden, increases taxes slightly BY ANDREW WIG – SUN NEWSPAPERS The Richfield School Board certified the district’s 2012 property tax levy during its state-mandated Truth in Taxation hearing Dec. 5, approving a budget that will levy $16.86 million dollars within the district, a one percent increase over last year. The tax impact on a $182,000 home, for example, would be an added $15 per year, according to district Business Manager Mike Schwartz. A $500,000 house would see a $92 increase. The district sets its new levy while it assumes an increased levy burden after the state changed the property tax system. The state this year replaced the Homestead Market Value Credit program with the Homestead Market Value Exclusion program. Under the old credit system, the state reduced property taxes, paying the difference to local taxing authorities. Under the exclusion system, local taxing authorities must now account for those funds, yielding increased property taxes. The state expects to save $260
million per legislative biennium with the new program. “What this means is that all things being equal, to get to the same revenue amounts from last year to this year, the additional funds that are not being reimbursed by the state will have to be borne by the taxpayer,” Schwartz explained. The district still gets most of its money — 64 percent — from the state, while property taxes account for 27 percent of total revenue, with federal grants and fee collection making up the rest of the budget. Accounting for all revenue, the district expects total revenue of $51.9 million, up from $50.6 million last year. Of the general fund, staff salaries and benefits amount to 82 percent of the budget. That funding, however, has failed to keep pace with inflation over the past decade, Schwartz noted. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the consumer price index has increased by 3.5 SCHOOLS: TO PAGE 22A
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Missing FROM PAGE 7A need medical attention or if the disappearance is determined to be involuntary or occurred in dangerous circumstances. Any minor reported missing is automatically considered to be endangered, Rasmussen noted. Reports of missing adults weren’t always handled that way. Brandon’s Law took effect in 2009, requiring law enforcement agencies to respond to all missing persons calls. In the past a call regarding a missing adult may not have resulted in a report and investigation by a law enforcement agency. It was up to the judgment of a chief or investigator within an agency to determine if the situation warranted follow up, Rasmussen explained. The law was named after Brandon Swanson, a 19-year-old man who went missing in May 2008. He was returning home late at night in southwestern
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Minnesota when his car went into a ditch. He was walking to a friend’s house and talking to his parents on his cell phone. The call went dead and Brandon disappeared. He remains missing today. His parents spearheaded a campaign to change the way missing persons cases are handled involving adults, as they were dissatisfied with the response they received to the report that their son was missing hours after the phone call ended. Early was part of the committee that drafted the law, a law he credits for helping identify an unidentified body in New York as that of a Bloomington man who was reported missing by his family. “That’s a direct result of Brandon’s Law,� Early said. A report was never taken in New York because adults in that state are legally free to go missing, according to Early. Had Bloomington not taken the report from the man’s family and entered his information into national networks for missing and unidentified persons, “He would be a John Doe there in a cemetery,� Early said.
Missing persons who are deemed endangered have their description and identifying information immediately entered into the National Crime Information Center, an electronic clearinghouse for crime data maintained by the FBI, according to Rasmussen. The NCIC helps investigators connect with law enforcement agencies that have had contact with a person reported as missing, she explained. The BCA serves as the state’s clearinghouse for missing and unidentified persons. The NCIC database compares missing persons records with unidentified persons records in the search for a possible match. With each new record entered into the system the search begins anew, Rush explained. Initial missing persons files contain basic information. If the case remains open for 30 days the investigating agency must collect additional information if it hasn’t already done so, such as DNA samples, dental information, additional photos and fingerprints, according to Rush.
Access to information in the NCIC database is restricted, but the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System is an online database open to all, and contains information on missing and unidentified persons across the United States, including more than 100 missing persons cases in Minnesota, dating back to 1969. In addition to serving as the clearinghouse for missing and unidentified persons, the BCA provides training for law enforcement agencies, assists families with their search efforts for a missing person and actively investigates cases when asked to do so. Small, outstate law enforcement agencies that lack the staffing and resources to conduct a missing persons case would typically request assistance from the BCA, according to Rasmussen. The BCA has about 65 special agents available throughout the state to assist on a variety of cases, Rasmussen said. Although more than 10,000 missing persons cases have been reported this MISSING: TO NEXT PAGE
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Missing FROM PREVIOUS PAGE year there are less than 600 active cases at any one time, with the average from month-to-month being 530, according to Rush.
Making up for lost time One of the obstacles the Bloomington Police Department has in its search for April Pease is that several months passed before the investigation began. Trying to track a person’s whereabouts six months after he or she was last seen is difficult, according to Early. “If it’s within 48 hours, people’s memories are pretty good,” he said. After a few months, however, people tend to forget details from their day-to-day lives, he noted. Investigators have interviewed numerous people who knew April and had contact with her during the days before her disappearance. They know that she had been in contact with her half-sister in Washington, telling her she was trying to find a ride back to Washington, Early said. Beyond interviews, the department has reviewed April’s cell phone records to determine who she was in contact with and when the last time her phone was used prior to it being disconnected by her
mother. Obtaining such records is challenging, as the cell phone service providers aren’t necessarily quick to respond to a subpoena, Early explained. Cell phone records can also identify the locations of cell phone towers transmitting a call, although that information is typically purged by service providers within a short period of time. By the time the Bloomington request for April’s phone records April Pease was submitted it was too late to identify what city or state she would have been in on the dates her last calls were made, Early noted. Obtaining a list of phone records is the first step in trying to trace April’s whereabouts. Determining who was on the other end of the incoming and outgoing calls and finding out what they recall about April’s whereabouts, many months after the fact, is difficult and time consuming, according to Early. April had told her half-sister in late March 2009 that she was planning to return to Washington after helping some-
body drive to a casino. That was the last time her half-sister heard from April, according to Pease. Pease started to worry about April in May 2009, when April’s half-sister called Pease and told her she hadn’t heard from April in more than a month, and detailed their last phone conversation from March. Pease confirmed that April had never returned to the shelter and had left her personal belongings. Although April hadn’t returned for her son, Pease had contacted her grandson’s father in March to ensure her grandson didn’t wind up in foster care in Minnesota, which is what she was certain would happen knowing April had relapsed. More than two years after Bloomington’s investigation began, efforts to track April continue. It’s not a day-to-day focus of the department, but “you work on it as you can,” Early said. “There’s probably more work in that case than any other case this year,” he added. “As long as it’s open and active, we will continue to work on it.” Pease would be 32 years old today. She is white, 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighs 120 pounds, and has brown hair and blue eyes. She has a tattoo on her stomach and a mole near her right eye. Additional information about her case is available online at xr.com/april.
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Cookieman FROM PAGE 1A recipe. He got it from his grandmother, who got the recipe from his great-grandmother. Now, the recipe resides in Braasch’s head, where it will stay until the time comes to pass on his special knowledge. “Jim refuses to divulge,” said his mother, who stays out of the way in the kitchen. Perhaps the information would be dangerous, because already, “everyone fights for my cookies,” Braasch said, while finishing up a baking session at his Richfield home last week. He wore a flour-stained sweatshirt emblazoned with the likeness of the Pillsbury Dough Boy. It had clearly served an extended tour of Christmas baking action. Going through 55 pounds of butter, Braasch must start his baking in mid-
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October, freezing the yields of neat little discs until delivery time. The Christmas deliveries have become so regular that those receiving them last week couldn’t count how many years Braasch has been bringing spritz to their door. They just know they are on his list. Among them are Ken and Virginia Oberg. Ken Oberg built a few of the additions to the Braasch house, in which the spritz baker was raised, and which Betty Braasch said has been added on to 10 times. “I just can’t say enough about him,” said Virginia Oberg, who still keeps the cookies from her daughter. “I haven’t gotten any in 36 years,” Elizabeth Mackin said.
Becoming the cookie man William and Betty Braasch adopted their son when he was five days old. Soon, the boy was diagnosed with motor aphasia, an affliction affecting the brain and communication abilities. The mother took her son on many trips
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Now Braasch, when not making cookies, takes care of his mother, who is legally blind. He makes her dinner, takes her where she needs to go, and takes care of their 1-year-old springer spaniel. And he keeps his list. Every year when he gets it out, the log serves as a reminder, with lines through some of the names, of how many neighbors and friends the Braasch’s have lost. “We’ve buried so many people,” Bette Braasch said. But Braasch’s list has remained long, as new names, such as those of old neighbors’ children, have made the list, expanding his territory across the metro and the nation. He sends his spritz by mail to the more far-off addresses. The list is on paper, but the recipe is in Braasch’s head, where the secret is safe, until he coughs it up someday, “on my death bed … probably.” If his neighbors are lucky.
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There Is Something For Everyone This December At RELC! Celebrate the journey to Christmas with weekly Sunday morning worship! The 9:15 – featuring traditional worship with pipe organ and choirs The 10:45 – Casual, contemporary worship featuring interactive Christian Music by ‘The Buzz’
Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church 9920 Normandale Boulevard Bloomington, MN 55437 (952) 835-7585 www.nhumc.net Saturday, December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Services
North Pole Family Adventure Night
4:00 pm, 7:00 pm with Communion, and 10:00 pm
December 14 • 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 25
Dinner with Santa & Crafts to Make Free Community Event Call for reservations so we can plan space for you!
Nursery provided at 4:00
Christmas Day Worship at 10:00 am
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“A Traveler’s Christmas” A casual, contemporary Christmas candlelight experience for all ages
December 21 7:00 pm There is always room for you at RELC!
Christmas Eve and Beyond December 24 4:00 pm Candlelight Worship with Children’s Message 9:00 pm Candlelight Service December 25 – “A Worship Service of Carols” 9:15 am January 01 – “A Worship Service of Healing” 9:15 am
RICHFIELD LUTHERAN CHURCH located at the corners of 60th Street and Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis
612-861-2265
www.richfield-lutheran.org
at historic Fort Snelling Site • Hwys 5, 55 & 62 Non-Denominational Christian Worship each Sunday at 11 am
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 4:00 pm Sermon: “The Christmas Guest” Special Music: Vocal & Instrumental
Sunday, December 25 - 11:00 am Sermon: “What if there was no Christmas?” Rev. Dr. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. Chaplain Rev. Michael Wallman, Assoc. Chaplain Craig Tennison, Minister of Music
“Where the Veteran is Remembered” For more info call 651-456-4410 www.fortsnellingmcf.org
Handicapped accessible
Pastors: Donavon P. Eslinger, Otis P. Borop
Celebrate The Sounds of the Season with A Festival of Lesson & Carols December 18 during the 9:15 am worship service
FORT SNELLING MEMORIAL CHAPEL
MASS SCHEDULE/HORARIO DE LAS MISAS With the Bloomington —Richfield— Eden Prairie Catholic Churches
Christmas Eve/Noche Buena—Sat/Sab, Dec 24 Assumption—English 4:00pm/Español 7:00pm St. Bonaventure—4:30pm & 10:00pm St. Edward—4:00pm, 6:00pm & 11:00pm Nativity of Mary—4:00pm & 11:00pm Pax Christi—4:00, 6:00, 8:00 & 10:00pm St. Peter—4:00pm & 10:00pm St. Richard—5:00pm
Christmas Day/Navidad—Sun/Dom, Dec 25
Assumption—English 9:00am Español 11:00am , 1:00pm & 6:00pm St. Bonaventure—8:00am & 10:00am St. Edward—9:30am & 11:00am Nativity of Mary—8:30am & 10:30am Pax Christi—9:00am & 11:00am St. Peter—9:00am & 11:00am St. Richard—9:00am & 11:00am Advent Penance Services/Rito Penitencial: Pax Christi—Sat, Dec 3, 10 & 17, 4:00pm; Mon, Dec 12, 7:00pm St. Bonaventure—Sun, Dec 11, 4:00pm St. Edward (non-sacramental)—Dec 13, 11:00am; Dec 14, 7:00pm Assumption—en Español Mier. Dic 14, 7:00pm Nativity of Mary—Thurs, Dec 15, 10:00am & 7:00pm St. Richard—Sat, Dec 17, 10:00am St. Peter—Sun, Dec 18, 4:00pm
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St. George’s Episcopal Church 5224 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park 952.926.1646 www.stgeorgesonline.org CHRISTMAS EVE
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4:00 pm Family Eucharist 10:00 pm Festival Eucharist
10:15 am Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
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4 PM “A Common Thread� A contemporary retelling of the Christmas story through drama, music, media and narrative
8 PM and 10 PM Candlelight Services String quartet, bells and blended choirs
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Join us for Christmas Eve Services Sat., Dec. 24 at 3:30, 5:00 & 10:00 pm 1 mile west of 169 off Pioneer Tr. & Bennett
952 952--829 829--0525 www.prairielutheran.org
St. Stephen Lutheran Church CHRISTMAS EVE 3:00 pm
Saturday, December 24 Family / Children Service
5:00 pm
Traditional Service
10:00 pm Candlelight Service with Billy McLaughlin
Sunday, Dec. 25
9 AM Traditional Harp and choir music
10:30 AM Contemporary
Worship Team vocalist and musicians Westwood Lutheran Church 9001 Cedar Lake Road, St. Louis Park, MN 952-545-5623 / www.westwoodlutheran.org
Sunday, December 18th 8:15 AM “Blue� Christmas Prayers 9:30 & 11:00 AM Lessons & Carols Christmas Eve 3:00 & 4:30 PM Family Services 8:00 PM Candlelight Service 10:00 PM Communion Service Christmas Day 10:00 AM New Year’s Day 10:00 AM
CHRISTMAS DAY Sunday, December 25 10:00 am Traditional Service with Coffee Fellowship after Service Visit our website for more Holiday Worship opportunities
All Saints Lutheran Church
www.ststephen.net
15915 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka 55345
8400 France Ave. So., Bloomington 952-831-4746
(Corner of Excelsior Blvd. and Woodland Road)
952-934-3550
www.allsaintsmtka.org
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ing to Mike Schwartz, manager at the Maple Grove Byerly’s. “That’s more appropriate,” he said, “in the eyes of the customer first, and the employee second.” And when it does come on, Christmas music doesn’t dominate at Schwartz’s store, accounting for only one out of every three songs played. Other retailers and coffee shops, like Starbucks, also employ a musically mixed approach to the holiday season. The approach may eliminate some of the strain on employees, who receive the greatest exposure to Christmas music during a season that can bring “a couple hun-
dred songs over and over,” as Candace Brown described the current musical landscape. “You hear the exact same thing every day.” Tim Evenson, who works at Crystal record store Down in the Valley, is spared the looping, allegedly saccharine, cheer. He picks his own tracks. Sometimes, they are Christmas ones. “You’ll see customers start to sing along,” Evenson said. They are singing along to Christmas tunes by artists ranging from Nat King Cole to the Jackson 5, which get regular airtime from the MUSIC: TO NEXT PAGE
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Tim Evenson has the privilege of selecting the Christmas music that gets played at Down in the Valley in Crystal. He favors tunes by artists like Nat King Cole and the Jackson 5, keeping in mind the whole reason they play music at Down in the Valley: To sell it. (Photo by Andrew Wig – Sun Newspapers)
Music FROM PAGE 1A million times, you’re going to pull your hair out,” said Candace Brown, who answers customers’ phone calls at Muzac, the large subscription music service that provides retailers with soundtracks that optimally accompany the shopping experience.
Already, she said, “I’ve had a few people call in and say they’re tired of Christmas music.” Many retailers start subscribing to the Christmas fare Nov. 1, the Muzac representative said, but “normally if someone starts it before thanksgiving, they’ll have it turned off before Christmas.” Byerly’s stores, sensing such a backlash, have moved back their Christmas music season. Now, they start playing the holiday sounds the day after Thanksgiving, accord-
Thank you to Patti Sterbuck (Broadway Pizza) for her threeyear leadership term of the Richfield Tourism Promotion Board …and Welcome to Pat Brekken (rbcu) as the Tourism Board’s newly elected President!
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Join our professional sales team and be proud of the products you represent. Sun Newspapers has an immediate opening for an account executive at our Eden Prairie location. • Be part of a winning team • Enjoy selling once again • Thrive in a setting where you can succeed • Take advantage of great benefits • Free Caribou coffee • Fun/Professional workplace If you are organized, proficient on a computer, have exceptional phone skills and a desire to learn, you have found your next career. Send your resume to: Jeremy Bradfield at jbradfield@acnpapers.com
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WEDDING ANDERSON-VALENTINO Averi London Anderson would proudly like to announce the marriage of her parents, Joseph James Anderson, and Kristina "Bella" Valentino. Joe attended Richfield Senior High and graduated from Hennepin Technical College in 2004. Bella attended Blaine Senior High, graduated cum laude from Augsburg College and will receive her MBA from Hamline University in the spring of 2012. Joseph and Bella were friends for several years before they fell in love and had a daughter. The couple were married on the beach at a Sandals Resort in Antigua, West Indies on September 13th, 2012.
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Schools FROM PAGE 10A percent over the past year, eclipsing the district’s 1 percent levy increase. A slightly larger inflationary gap exists between the district’s budget and the indirect price index, which
Schwartz said is a more accurate measure for government organizations. Other budgetary factors include decreased home market values and an increase in enrollment. As of Oct. 1, 4,282 students were enrolled in Richfield Schools, up from 4,112 last year. The trough in recent enrollment levels came in 2009, when 3,980 students were enrolled.
Is Water Ruining Your Chimney? The Professionals At AirBroom Minnesota In Excelsior Can Help How does your chimney look? Are the bricks crumbling? Does it have White or Black exterior staining? Are you afraid to use your fireplace because you’re not sure how safe it is? When was the last time you used it? The professionals at AirBroom Minnesota Fireplace and Air Duct Cleaning in Excelsior can restore both your confidence and your chimney. Did you know that water causes more damage to masonry chimneys than fire? Your chimney, unlike other parts of your house, is constantly exposed to the elements. They are generally constructed of brick, mortar, tile, steel, and iron. All of these materials suffer deterioration as a result of prolonged contact with water. Freeze and thaw cycles so familiar here in the Twin Cities cause stress on the chimney. Water that has penetrated expands and contracts. Left unchecked it will cause interior and exterior damage to your home and masonry chimney. Some of the damage that can be caused includes: 1) spalled and broken exterior brickwork, 2) deteriorated masonry and metal firebox assemblies, 3) rusted dampers, 4) decayed mortar, cracked or missing flue liners, and in the worst case scenario damage to adjoining walls, ceilings, and woodwork. There are three main ways to prevent water damage.
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Motown fan. But it is not just about seeing customers get down to Michael Jackson’s rendition of “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” The record store worker admitted to practicing marketing. “What we play is used as a sales device, to some extent,” he said. And the business of Christmas music, “it’s been picking up,” Evenson said. The Christmas album by duo She & Him is a good seller at the shop, as is British belter Susan Boyle’s holiday collection, he said. Evenson will play it, but the salesman can still put on his music critic hat. Christmas music? “Personally I don’t like it very much,” Evenson said. “I don’t like that every establishment you walk into is
playing the same song, potentially. “It typically lacks variety and it often is kind of cheaply done renditions of songs that I don’t really care for.” A rare few get a pass from Evenson. More forgiving may be Jose Brown, who is another musical gatekeeper, only on a grander scale. He admitted, “The songs that were popular five years ago are still popular today. It is a genre that repeats itself.” The industry professional said people seem to like what they liked 17 years ago, the year Mariah Carey debuted “All I Want for Christmas,” which still gets the hit-No.1-single treatment this time of year. “The musical tastes really haven’t changed.” Staid or not, people like what they like. And for retailers, the stakes are as simple as this maxim, offered by he record store clerk: “If someone likes it, they will buy it.”
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cement mixture and formed to provide an overhang drip edge. This assures the water will shed helping to prevent erosion in the mortar and brick of the chimneys surfaces. Keeping the crown “watertight” and shedding away from the sponge like masonry elements that the chimney is built of is the most important element to preventing deterioration. At AirBroom Minnesota we use the industry leading line of Saver products to build and repair chimneys. Use of these products allows us to pass on manufacturers material warranties of up to 15 years to our clients. 3) Waterproof your masonry chimney and crown. Most masonry is porous and will absorb large amounts of water. Brick acts like a sponge absorbing water and wicking it to the chimney interior. Products we use are specifically developed for use as waterproofing agents on masonry chimneys. These are vapor permeable – which means they allow the masonry to breath out but not in. This allows water that has penetrated the chimney to escape while preventing additional water from entering from the outside. Non vapor permeable sealers commonly available should never be used because they trap moisture inside actually accelerating deterioration. We use a special permeable sealer with a 10 year consumer warranty to protect your chimney. Doing this before deterioration occurs can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in future repairs. Water damage to chimneys is usually a slow subtle process. The problem is generally not obvious until it has become quite serious. Although these prevention measures may cost you a few dollars they can save you a lot more by preventing large future masonry repairs. The Hartmann’s at AirBroom Minnesota in Excelsior offer free no obligation repair estimates in the Western Metro area. Call John, Jim, or Lynda today to arrange a free no obligation estimate. Visit us at AirBroomMinnesota.com or call us at 952.545.2254. As a bonus, repair jobs over $750 scheduled with us prior to December 31 receive $100 off when you mention this article.
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LEGAL NOTICES Certificate of Assumed Name (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Luna Blue Massage Principal Place of Business: 3217 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Mary Staus, 2521 Rose Ave E, Maplewood, MN 55119 I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: September 26, 2011 /s/ Mary Staus, Sole Proprietor, Massage Therapist (Dec. 8 & 15, 2011) D2-LunaBlue
Foreclosure Notice (Official Publication) THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 11/17/2004 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $212,000.00 MORTGAGOR: Elizabeth M. Pumper aka Elizabeth Simmonds MORTGAGEE: U.S. Bank National Association ND DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 01/13/2005, as Document Number 4066061, in the Office of the County Registar, Hennepin County, Minnesota LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 4, Block 3, D. L. Tate’s Addition, Hennepin County, Minnesota STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 6920 4th Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Hennepin TORRENS REGISTERED PROPERTY: Torrens Certificate No. 1146027 TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 27-028-24-440103 LENDER/RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: U.S. Bank National Association ND
RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association ND TRANSACTION AGENT: None THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $230,501.42 THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all preforeclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: 01/20/2012 at 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, 350 South Fifth Street Rm. 30, Minneapolis, MN 55415 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursement allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of sale. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on 07/20/2012. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None 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, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS THAT MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: 12/08/2011 U.S. Bank National Association ND, Mortgagee Dunakey & Klatt, P.C., By Brian Sayer Attorney for Mortgagee, 531 Commercial Street, P.O. Box 2363, Waterloo, IA 50701. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (Dec. 8,15,22,29, 2011, Jan. 5,12, 2012) D2-SimmondsForeclosure
Public Notice (Official Publication) NOTICE OF SALE AND DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY PS Orangeco, Inc. and/or Shurgard TRS. Inc. will conduct sales(s) at Public Storage located at Hiawatha 25550: 3245 Hiawatha Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55406-2415. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at public auction on December 27, 2011 at 4:00 pm personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. The name of the person(s) whose personal property is to be
sold is as follows: 1008 - Chaney, Gail; 1111 - Jamison, Van; 1116 - Handorgan, Cecelia; 1119 Kalberg, Tammy; 1153 - Fryer, Martha B; 1155 - Mcmullen, Chautaux; 1171 Ward, Kimberly; 1203 - Young, Javae; 1209 - Wilbert, Deteshia; 1218 - Alexander, Kenetta; 1257 - Spears, Gemini; 1321 - White, James; 1403 - Culp, Tracy L; 1408 - Ciepielinski, Marilyn; 1412 Rockymore, Frances; 1456 - Smith, Emery; 1551 - Beagle, Dan; 1653 Wormsley, Wayne; 1665 - Williams, Quimarra; 1678 - Haupt, Justin; 1751 Amelsberg, Christina; 1761 - Rhodes, Jonte M; 1778 - Ousley, Kevin; 1781 Wagner, Nazaree; 1805 - Murphy, Edward B; 1808 - Hobbs, Olandis; 1858 Jensen, Novelett; 1862 - Young, James; 2106 - Benson, Ryan; 2122 - Mims, Jannica; 2151 - Wright, Calvin; 2231 Sudue, Love; 2302 - Davis, Charles; 2309 - Mitchell, Stephanie; 2407 Glavich, Sean; 2409 - Alderete, Joe; 2508 - Davis, James E; 2516 - Austin, Lauren; 2523 - Red Horse, Elizabeth; 2532 - Miles, Bernita; 1574 - Fagan, Alisha. (Dec. 8, 15, 2011) PS 25550 D2-Hiawatha-Dec27 Auction
School District 280 (Official Publication) MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Board of Education Independent School District 280, Richfield Public Schools The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Independent School District 280, Hennepin County, Richfield, Minnesota, was held on Monday, November 21, 2011, at the District Board Room, 7001 Harriet Avenue So., Richfield, MN 55423. The school board had a study session at 6:00 pm to discuss school board self evaluations. The regular school board meeting was called to order by Vice Chair John Easterwood, at 7:00 p.m. with the following members in attendance: Belkengren, Easterwood, Flood, Lamberger and Nollenberger. Absent: Toensing (who joined the meeting shortly after the meeting start). Superintendent Slotterback and Director Michael Schwartz were also present. REPORTS AND INFORMATION FROM SCHOOL SOURCES 1. Heard Financial Audit Report – District Given a “Clean Opinion” ROUTINE MATTERS (approved unanimously)
p.m. The preceding is a summary of the official minutes, which are on file in the District Office, 7001 Harriet Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota. The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Monday, December 5, 2011 (which will include the Truth-in-Taxation Hearing). David J. Lamberger, Board of Education Clerk (Dec. 15, 2011) D2-280Nov21Minutes
School District 280 (Official Publication) MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Board of Education Independent School District 280, Richfield Public Schools The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Independent School District 280, Hennepin County, Richfield, Minnesota, was held on Monday, November 14, 2011, at the District Board Room, 7001 Harriet Avenue So., Richfield, MN 55423. The regular school board meeting was called to order by Chair Peter Toensing, at 7:00 p.m. with the following members in attendance: Belkengren, Flood, Lamberger, Nollenberger and Toensing. Absent: Easterwood. Superintendent Slotterback, Directors Michael Schwartz, Craig Holje and Kate Trewick were also present. DELEGATION 1. Heard Richfield Public School Foundation Presentation REPORTS AND INFORMATION FROM SCHOOL SOURCES 1. Heard Discussion of WMEP 2. Heard Preliminary Fund Balance Report ROUTINE MATTERS (approved unanimously) 1. Approved Appointment of Chad Peterson to Community Education Services Advisory Council 2. Approved the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 17, 2011 3. Approved General Disbursements of November 14, 2011 in the amount of $1,197,486.54 PERSONNEL 1. Approved all personnel items as presented OLD BUSINESS
turns of Votes Cast for the School District General Election 2. Approved Resolution Authorizing Issuance of Certificates of Election and Directing the School District Clerk to Perform Other Election Related Duties. 3. Approved Resolution Canvassing Return of Votes Cast in Special Election (Referendum) The regular meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. The preceding is a summary of the official minutes, which are on file in the District Office, 7001 Harriet Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota. The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Monday, November 21, 2011. David J. Lamberger, Board of Education Clerk (Dec. 15, 2011) D2-280Nov14Minutes
Probate Notice (Official Publication) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PROBATE/MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 27-PA-PR-11-1383 NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In Re: Estate of Michael Edward Kehneman, Decedent. Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Laura Marie Garding, whose address is 20677 - 226th Avenue, Becker, Minnesota 55308, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.
1. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 14, 2011 not available – will request approval at December 5, 2011 meeting
1. Approved RMS Roof Change Orders #1 and #2
2. Approved General Disbursements of November 21, 2011 in the amount of $309,462.30
1. Approved Resolution for Hennepin County Youth Sports Program Varsity Baseball Field
3. Approved investments and electronic transfers for October, 2011 PERSONNEL
2. Approved MSHSL Foundation Grant Resolution (Free and Reduced Lunch Students)
1. Approved all personnel items as presented
3. Tabled Board Policy 101-Strategic Plan
Dated: December 1, 2011 Julie Peterson Registrar
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4. Tabled Board Policy 109 & 109.1-Distribution of Nonschool-Sponsored Materials on School Premises by Students and Employees
Dated: December 1, 2011 Mark S. Thompson Court Administrator
5. Approved Board Policy 110-Chemical Use / Abuse
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1. Tabled Board Policy 101-Strategic Plan 2. Tabled Board Policy 109 & 109.1-Distribution of Nonschool-Sponsored Materials on School Premises by Students and Employees NEW BUSINESS 1. Approved 2010-2011 Audit Report Acceptance Resolution 2. Approved Minibus Lease Authorization The regular meeting adjourned at 7:45
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6. Approved Board Policy 111-Weapons on School Premises 7. Approved School Leaders’ Error and Omission Policy 8. Accepted seven donations ITEMS RELATING TO THE ELECTION 1. Approved Resolution Canvassing Re-
Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.
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Public Notice (Official Publication) NOTICE OF SALE AND DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY PS Orangeco, Inc and/or Shurgard TRS, Inc will conduct sale(s) at Public Storage
located at Richfield 08317: 200 West 78th Street, Richfield, MN 55423. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at public auction on December 27th, 2011 at 3:00 pm personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. The name of the person(s) whose personal property is to be sold is as follows: 0107 - Jefferson, Margaret; 0143 Nowroski, Dyanna; 0149 - Willis, Alisha; 0181 - Martinez, Marc; 0201 - Tentis, Jennifer; 0202 - Russell, Dawn; 0215 Waggoner, Michael; 0222 - Seahorn, Marlon; 0223 - Lamboy, Orlando; 0241 Besse, Kirk; 0254 - Peraza-Chica, Antonia; 0257 - Phillippi, Dave; 0263 - Ashford, Willie; 0277 - Spencer, Daniel; 0278 - Johnson, Carol; 0364 - Gosha, Audrial; 0370 - Kamara, Idrissatu; 0403 - Johnson, Carol; 0407 - Carter, Adrian; 0431 Randolph, Remone A; 0433 - Davis, Jesse; 0436 - Wright, Jeri; 0449 - Benzahra, Zachary; 0457 - Dunnavant, Douglas; 0488 - Thornton, Shawna; 0518 Day, Demetrius; 0533 - Abdi, Kaahin; 0567 - Brown, Erin; 0573 - Barnes, Brittany; 0620 - Karic, Sadija; 0627 - Rucker, Michael; 0652 - Mcgee, Ebony; 0686 Roby, Anita; 0687 - Bradley, John; 0688 Delgado, Ariana; 0690 - Erereuke, Itoro; 0691 - Hannan, Dan; 0765 - Strader, Jerald; 0768 - Cavaliere, Faith; 0777 - Block, Mariah; 0781 - Richardson, James; 0811 - Manson, Barbara; 0822 - Knox, Michael; 0833 - Stearns, James; 0867 Ntuba, Oscar; 0886 - Tiessen, Paul; 0930 - Crosby, Jacquis; 0951 - Reese, Antione – 2006 Chevrolet Impala Ld – Plate Xtu2726 – VIN 2G1WC581969370043. (Dec. 8, 15 & 22 2011) PS 08317 D2-Richfield-Dec27 Auction
Certificate of Assumed Name (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Figure One Creative Principal Place of Business: 5015 16th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55417 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Cynthia A Dahle, 5015 16th Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55417 I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: December 9, 2011 /s/ Cynthia A Dahle (Dec. 15 & 22, 2011) D2-FigureOne Legal Notices continued on next page
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EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY – DEC. 16 THROUGH DEC. 22 FRIDAY
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16 Over 50 and Fit Where: Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave. When: 8:40 a.m. Info: 612-861-9385 The Express Band Where: American Legion Post 435, 6501 Portland Ave. S., Richfield When: 8:30-12:30 p.m. Info: post435.org
SUNDAY
17 “The Nutcracker Fantasy” mini-performance by Minnesota Dance Theater Where: Galleria, 69th Street and France Avenue, Edina When: 1-3 p.m. Price: Free Info: galleriaedina.com Photos with Santa Where: Southtown Shopping Center, 7801 Penn. Ave. S., Bloomington When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: xr.com/santa
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18 Storybook Hike: The Mitten Where: Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield When: 1-2:30 p.m. and 34:30 p.m. Info: woodlakenaturecenter.org Festival of Carols Where: House of Prayer Lutheran Church, 7625 Chicago Ave., Richfield When: 2 p.m. Info: 612-866-8471
19 Tap Dance Performers: Rhythmic Feet Where: Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave. When: 7:00 p.m. Info: 952-944-2855 (Joan Davies) Regular Richfield School Board Meeting Where: District Board Room, 7001 Harriet Ave. S., Richfield When: 7:00 p.m. Info: richfield.k12.mn.us
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20 Fare for All Where: Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave. When: 1 p.m. Info: 763-450-3880 Environmental Book Club Where: Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield When: 6:30-8 p.m. Info: woodlakenaturecenter.org
THURSDAY
21 Memory Loss Support Group, for Family and Caregivers Where: Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave. When: 6:30 p.m. Info: 952-345-8770
22 Rotary Club of Richfield Meets for Breakfast Where: Champps, 790 W. 66th St. When: 7:15 a.m. Info: richfieldrotary.org, 612-861-3333
Jazz Vocalist Charmin Michelle Performs Where: Storm’s Fireside Pizza, 6736 Penn. Ave. S., Richfield When: 7-9 p.m. Info: firesidepizzausa.com
Arts and Crafts Where: Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave. When: 9 a.m. Info: 612-861-9385
Visit us online at www.minnlocal.com for extended news and advertising LEGAL NOTICES Foreclosure Notice (Official Publication) THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 11/17/2006 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $214,000.00 MORTGAGORS: Joshua L. Kramer and Blake Otting MORTGAGEE: U.S. Bank National Association ND DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 12/08/2006, as Document Number 8905055, in the Office of the County
Recorder, Hennepin County, Minnesota
OF THE NOTICE: $224,909.51
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 10, Block 2, McCutchan’s Portland Avenue Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota.
THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all preforeclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes;
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 6636 5th Avenue S., Richfield, MN 55423 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Hennepin TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 27-028-24-410031 LENDER/RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: U.S. Bank National Association ND RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association ND TRANSACTION AGENT: None THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE
PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows:
by said mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of sale. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on 07/27/2012.
DATE AND TIME OF SALE: 01/27/2012 at 10:00 a.m.
MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None
PLACE OF SALE: Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, 350 South Fifth Street Rm. 30, Minneapolis, MN 55415 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursement allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption
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, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING,
AMONG OTHER THINGS THAT MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: 12/15/2011 U.S. Bank National Association ND, Mortgagee Dunakey & Klatt, P.C., By Brian Sayer Attorney for Mortgagee, 531 Commercial Street, P.O. Box 2363, Waterloo, IA 50701. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (Dec. 15,22,29, 2011, Jan. 5,12,19, 2012) D2-OttingForeclosure
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SPORTS Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011
Richfield
MARK YOUR CALENDAR Richfield’s girls basketball squad hosts Shakopee at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, before heading north to play Staples-Motley at 7:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16.
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Richfield girls overpower Apple Valley for third win BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Richfield’s girls basketball players have been working hard on the motion offense. Those efforts were evident in the Spartans’ 78-43 victory over Apple Valley Dec. 8. “We ran our motion offense effectively and passed the ball very well against Apple Valley,” said Richfield coach Lee Ann Wise. “It was our best game of the season.” Richfield boosted its record to 3-1 with the win over Apple Valley of the South Suburban Conference. The Spartans hope to add two more wins this week. Richfield hosts Shakopee at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, and will travel north to play Staples-Motley at 7:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16. Jessica January collected 27 points, six assists and six rebounds to spark the Spartans past Apple Valley. Hannah Wise contributed 14 points and nine assists. Bry Guyton came through with 14 points and five rebounds. Sierra Ford-Washington scored 14 points. Hailey Lindblom had six points and Leah Barnes added three points.
Richfield senior Bry Guyton executes a spin move from the post position during the Spartans’ 6857 loss to Minnetonka in the Breakdown Tip Off Classic Dec. 3 at Hopkins High School. The Spartans have a 3-1 record after defeating Apple Valley 78-43 Dec. 8. Guyton contributed 14 points and five rebounds.
Spartans rout North Branch Richfield’s boys hockey team is 2-2-1
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Courtney Miller The Richfield gymnastics standout was all-around medalist with 32.35 points during her team’s Classic Suburban Conference loss to Simley Dec. 8.
Jordan Dembley The Holy Angels sophomore guard scored 21 points to lead the Stars to a 68-54 triumph over Hill-Murray Dec. 6 in the boys basketball season opener.
Jessica January The Richfield junior point guard provided 27 points as the Spartans defeated Apple Valley 78-43 Dec. 8 in non-conference girls basketball action. January averaged 26 points per game last season.
Charlie Koontz Koontz, a 6-foot-6 sophomore forward, contributed 14 points to his Holy Angels boys basketball team’s 68-54 victory over Hill-Murray last week.
(Photo by Brian Nelson – Contributing Photographer)
Sierra Ford-Washington Ford-Washington was one of four Richfield girls basketball players to score in double figures during a 78-43 victory over Apple Valley last week. Washington had 14 points.
Sam Schrick
Boys BB team wins Richfield evened its boys basketball record at 1-1 with a 73-59 victory over Holy Family Catholic Dec. 9. The Spartans built a 35-20 halftime lead. Shawn Bear finished with 23 points. Eric Jimson also scored in double figures (14). Other leading Richfield scorers were Deshawn Jones (nine points), Wibi MacDonald (nine) and Jared Noonan (eight). Richfield will play Minneapolis South on the road at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16. The Spartans travel to Minneapolis North for a 7 p.m. game Tuesday, Dec. 20.
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after an 8-1 victory over North Branch on Dec. 10. Mick Dhein had two goals and four assists for the Spartans, who outshot North Branch 51-23. Tyler Martinez and Kevin Ahlstrand also scored two goals each, and Sam Schrick and Zach Krueger scored one goal apiece. Goalie John Meyer made 22 saves. The Spartans’ other win was Dec. 3, when they defeated St. Paul Academy 4-3 at Drake Arena in St. Paul. Dhein scored twice for the Spartans against SPA. Tim Harris and Martinez provided one goal each. Assists went to McCoy Jessen, Martinez, Alex Mendele, Dhein, Schrick
and Ryan Erickson. Meyer finished with 23 saves. Richfield lost to St. Paul Como Park 8-6 Dec. 6 at Richfield Ice Arena. Schrick and Martinez scored two goals each for Richfield. Dhein and Jessen had one goal each. Jack Stellon had four assists, with Schrick, Dhein and Mendele getting two assists each. The Spartans fell to Providence Academy 8-1 on Dec. 8. Richfield will play Bloomington Kennedy at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, at Richfield Ice Arena. The Spartans host Chaska at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 22.
The Richfield senior forward scored his team’s lone goal during an 8-1 boys hockey loss to Providence Academy Dec. 8.
Mario Bianchi The Holy Angels hockey player had one goal and two assists as the Stars lost 8-4 to Holy Family Catholic Dec. 3 at Richfield Ice Arena.
Dan Opitz The Richfield football player was the junior class recipient of the Dick Walker Award for academic excellence. Opitz has a 4.35 grade-point average.
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Rampage wrestlers earn Classic Suburban split Richfield/Edina co-op team defeats North St. Paul, loses to top-ranked Simley BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS The Richfield/Edina Rampage high school cooperative wrestling team split two Classic Suburban Conference matches last week. The Rampage defeated North St. Paul 52-27 in the first half of the conference double-dual meet Dec. 8 on the Polars’ home mat. Scoring pins for the Rampage were Edina 152-pound sophomore Joe Smith, Richfield 195-pound junior Chandler Arredondo, Richfield junior 220-pounder Jared Mullen and Richfield senior heavyweight Mike Dyer. The Richfield/Edina team lost 55-0 to Simley, ranked first among state Class 2A teams, in the second half of the double-dual. The Rampage’s record is 1-2 after a 66-6 loss to Shakopee Dec. 9.
Dyer has gotten off to an impressive individual start. He has a 4-2 record with four falls. Arredondo is also 4-2 with two pins. Richfield’s junior varsity squad also has some individuals with outstanding records. Richfield 106-pound seventhgrader Patrick Voigt has a 5-1 record with five falls. Richfield sophomore Walter Viera is 3-1 with three pins. Richfield junior Anthony Blanks is 4-0 at 145. “The coaching staff is impressed with the progress our wrestlers have made up to this point against very difficult competition,” said Rampage co-head coach Eric Herrmann. “We look forward to improving our team record this week.” The Rampage will host a triangular meet at Richfield High School Friday, Dec. 16. The locals meet Minnetonka at 5 p.m. followed by a 7:30 p.m. match against Farmington. Richfield will host an eight-team invitational tournament at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17.
Richfield 195-pound junior Chandler Arredondo is off to an impressive start this wrestling season with a 4-2 record and two pins.
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‘Big five’ bolsters Richfield’s state swimming hopes BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Richfield finished fifth at the 2011 state Class A boys swimming and diving championships. But the Spartan squad is not planning to rest on last year’s laurels and plans to move up in the standings this season. The Spartans lost only one senior off last year’s squad and has the potential to do better this season, according to head coach Marc Hamren. “It was a close battle between five teams for the state title last season,” said Hamren. “Monticello was fourth and is the team to beat. “Fergus Falls is the defending state champion and finished ahead of St. Thomas Academy and Breck. “Our big five returnees should make an impact on the final state standings this season,” the Spartan coach added. Senior co-captains Matt Graham and Max Hamilton are back to contribute valuable points. Graham reached the state consolation finals in the 50-yard freestyle. Hamilton was state champion in the
100 breaststroke with a time of 58.5 seconds. He also qualified for the consolation finals of the 200 individual medley. “Both of those swimmers were members of our 200 medley relay team that placed fifth at state and broke a school record,” said Hamren. “We would like to see Hamilton repeat as state champion and possibly break the state record in the 100 breaststroke.” Junior Andy Petersen is another key returnee after placing fourth at state in the 200 individual medley and 100 breaststroke. He was also a member of Richfield’s 200 medley relay. Junior Duncan Pederson returns after placing seventh in the 200 IM and reaching the consolation heat of the 100 butterfly. He also swam on the Spartans’ 200 medley relay team. Junior Mohab Eid is another member of Richfield’s “big five” group. He competed on the Spartans’ eighthplace 200 and 400 freestyle relay teams at state. Individually, Eid qualified for the consolation heat of the 200 freestyle. Richfield’s swimming squad dis-
played some of its potential at the Classic Suburban Conference Relays Dec. 8 in Inver Grove Heights. The Spartans finished first in the 200 freestyle relay with a meet-record time of 1 minute, 31.0 seconds. Members of that relay were Pederson, Petersen, Graham and Eid. Richfield was second in the 200 breaststroke relay in 1:55.8. However, St. Thomas Academy also broke the previous meet record with a time of 1:55.6 to place first. Members of Richfield’s 200 breaststroke relay were Pederson, Petersen, Hamilton and Graham. Pederson, Graham, Petersen and Eid combined to place third in the 800 freestyle relay. Those relay leg distances were 50, 100, 200 and 500 yards. Richfield will host Shakopee at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, in the Richfield Middle School pool. The Spartans conduct their annual alumni meet at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16. Richfield will compete in the Woodbury Invitational at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17.
Miller wins all-around honors during Spartan gymnastics meet Courtney Miller was the highest-scoring gymnast for the Richfield girls squad during a loss to Simley Dec. 8. Miller, a junior, was first in the allaround with 32.35 points as the Spartans lost 113.75-107.15 in dual meet competition. Other top Spartan all-around performers were junior Stephanie McGinness (28.05) and senior Courtney Wood (24.05). “We have been dealing with injuries but are looking forward to getting Justine Hogan and Nicole Birmingham back into the lineup by our next meet in January,” said Richfield head coach Matt Norris. “We are hosting our second annual alumni meet Wednesday, Dec. 21, and welcome alumni to come and give it a shot.” Richfield’s next dual meet is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, against Classic Suburban Conference opponent Mahtomedi. – Compiled by Greg Kleven
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Dembley scores 21 points to spark Stars’ basketball win Holy Angels got a strong performance from sophomore guard Jordan Dembley during a 68-54 boys basketball victory over Hill-Murray Dec. 6. Dembley scored 21 points for the Stars (1-0). Charlie Koontz, a 6-foot-6 sophomore forward, came through with 14 points. Other leading Holy Angels scorers were Delshon Strickland (nine points), Parker Bredow (eight) and Danny Sullivan (eight). Holy Angels will host Holy Family Catholic at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16. The Stars travel to Benilde-St. Margaret’s for a 7:45 p.m. game Thursday, Dec. 22.
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Girls basketball The Stars split a pair of non-conference road games up north last weekend. Holy Angels has a 3-3 record after defeating Proctor 51-32 Dec. 9 and losing 49-47 to Hermantown Dec. 10. No statistics were available. Holy Angels placed second in its invitational tournament Dec. 2-3. The Stars
lost 60-54 to Bethlehem Academy in the title game. Holy Angels defeated Visitation 60-48 in the semifinal round of its tournament Dec. 2. Kate Banovetz topped the Stars’ scoring chart with 20 points. Evan Wise had 12 points and Brooke Bowlin finished with 10. Holy Angels beat Minneapolis Southwest 58-39 Dec. 6.
Boys hockey Holy Angels took a pair of losses in recent boys hockey action. Stillwater edged the Stars 4-3 Dec. 7 at the Richfield Ice Arena.
Marshall Barnes, Tony Haeg and Mario Bianchi scored Holy Angels goals. Assists were credited to Joe Sullivan, Christian Wise, Frankie Mork, Bianchi, Aammir Freese and Tyler Lodin. Holy Angels goaltender Danny DeGrace made 19 saves. Holy Family Catholic defeated Holy Angels 8-4 Dec. 3 at RIA. The Stars received goals from Haeg, Andrew Willner, Bianchi and Lodin. Assists went to Treavor Meador (two), Bianchi (two), Haeg and Mork. Will Dupont was in goal for the Stars and made 26 stops. – Compiled by Greg Kleven
SHORTS Youth soccer sign-up The Richfield Soccer Association (RSA) is currently accepting registrations for its boys and girls competitive teams. This 2012 summer program is for players ages 8-18. Information on registration is available by visiting www.richfieldsoccer.org and clicking on the “competitive” link at the top of the home page. A copy of the regis-
tration form also is on the website. Interested players can also e-mail boys competitive soccer director Brian Ritchie at boysdir@richfieldsoccer.org or girls competitive soccer director Doug Kleist at girlsdir@richfieldsoccer.org. RSA is making arrangements to conduct indoor clinics this winter at local schools. More information about the clinics will be published in the Richfield Sun-
Current and on the RSA website.
Youth wrestling program The Richfield/Edina Rampage youth wrestling program is open to children in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Youth wrestling practices are 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in Richfield High School’s wrestling room.
The season runs through March 10. Registration fee of $60 covers practice, weeknight matches with other metro programs and a T-shirt. Registrations will be accepted until Dec. 15. The Richfield/Edina Rampage youth program will hold an individual tournament Dec. 18 at Richfield High School. Information: eric.herrmann@richfield.k12.mn.us.
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The 529 college savings plan: a holiday gift that keeps on giving The holiday season has arrived, and that means grandparents are seeking the perfect gift for their children and grandchildren. Hours spent at crowded shopping malls or perusing online retailers often prove fruitless, and shoppers commonly settle for something that falls short of perfect. While a trendy toy or must-have gadget might prove popular today, perhaps no gift is more universal and enduring than the gift of education. Shoppers can
give that gift by setting up or making contributions to a 529 plan, an education savings plan that has special tax benefits designed to help people save for college. Now more than ever, contributions to a college-savings fund make for an ideal holiday gift. For example, the Project on Student Loan Debt reports that the average student-loan debt increased 24 percent to $23,200 in 2008, up from $18,650 in 2004. Those figures paint a bleak picture
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Helping elderly parents or relatives from afar oday’s families are more geographically diverse than ever before. Whereas it was once common for families to remain in the same city or state for generations, nowadays families routinely spread out across the country if not the world. Thanks to technological advancements that make it easier than ever before to stay in touch, families today can still thrive and stay close even if they live hundreds, if not thousands, of miles away from one another. One issue facing many families that have chosen to spread out is how to help Mom and Dad when they reach the age where they need their adult childrens’ help. While this wasn’t a problem for the families of yesteryear, it is a genuine concern for adults who live far away from their parents. Fortunately there are ways to be there for your elderly parents even when you can’t physically be there for them. • Speak to your parents about what they need. While some parents might not be able to realistically assess their needs, children should speak to their parents when making decisions about their care. Adults who live far away from their parents might not know exactly what Mom and Dad need, so discuss the problems they might be having on a day-to-basis to determine the level of care or assistance they will need.
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• Examine finances. Managing money is often difficult for seniors who have had an accident or are dealing with a serious medical condition. Seniors might forget to pay bills or be struggling to manage money with the escalating costs of prescription medications and health care in general. To help avoid missed bills, adult children can utilize online bill paying offered by many banks, wherein bills are automatically paid each month on their due date by simply being deducted from a given account. Adult chil-
dren can also consult a financial advisor to develop a plan that allows seniors access to their money while ensuring it will still be there when they need it. • Research community resources. Many communities provide adequate resources for the elderly who might be incapacitated or otherwise need assistance. Programs such as Meals on Wheels can be a great assistance to long-distance caregivers concerned about their elderly parents. Residents of the United States can consult with the Department of Health and Human Services or visit www.Eldercare.gov and use their eldercare locator to find local agencies designed to help older persons and their families access community-based services including transportation, meal delivery and homecare. • Stay in touch with seniors’ physicians. One way to monitor elderly parents from far away is to keep in frequent contact with their physicians. Discuss the situation with your parents’ physicians in person, and ask to be kept abreast of any changes in their health that might require altering their daily routines or homecare schedules. For additional tips or information on helping elderly parents from afar, visit the U.S. Administration on Aging Web site at www.aoa.gov.
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Helping a parent after the loss of a spouse F ew children, even adult children, are ever prepared enough to help their parent deal with the loss of a spouse. In addition to coping with their own loss of a parent, many adults must find a way to help a parent who just lost the love of their life. The feeling of loss can be even more extreme during the holidays. While it is never easy helping a parent
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and not allow them to spend too much time alone. • Engage your parent as much as possible. When both your parents were still alive, you might not have invited them along to the movies or when taking your own kids to a sporting event. However, engage them in such activities now, as they might not get a chance to do such things otherwise. Another way to engage parents is to talk to them about current events or even books you have been reading. Doing so will help them stay mentally sharp, and you will no doubt benefit as well from their point of view. • Take a trip with your parent. Initially, your parent might be reluctant to travel, especially of he or she had travel plans or dreams with his or her spouse. However, over time your parent will no doubt enjoy the prospect of traveling with the family, and it can be an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
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Delaying retirement has financial, social benefits The need to save for retirement is something professionals start hearing about from the moment they begin their careers. Whether it’s parents extolling the virtues of retirement plans or employers who encourage their employees to take advantage of their retirement programs, saving for retirement is never far from the minds of professionals. As important as such savings can be, many workers are deciding to delay their retirements. As much as men and women envision retiring to a faraway seaside villa for their golden years, such retirements are not terribly common, and many older workers have begun to recognize the economic and social benefits of delaying retirement. Those undecided about when they want to say goodbye to the office should consider the following benefits to delaying retirement. • Fewer years to worry about financing your lifestyle. Thanks to advancements in medicine and more and more
people living healthier lifestyles, men and women are now living longer than in years past. While living longer, healthier lives is a plus, it does have an effect on retirement. Because people can now expect to live longer, they must ensure their money lasts long enough. By delaying retirement, men and women will have fewer retirement years to finance. • More chances to save money. It might be your dream to retire early, but you could be doing yourself a great disservice by ending your career prematurely. Men and women at or near the end of their careers are often making more money than they ever have, which enables them to save more than they have in the past, especially if children are full grown and supporting themselves. Take advantage of these highsalary years, even if it means working an extra few years. If you do, when you retire you could have substantially more in savings than you would have had you retired early.
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Understand the basics of estate planning W
ith regards to finances, the future is a big part of many people’s financial planning efforts. Be it the kids’ college tuition or the day when retirement finally arrives, financial planning is all about the future. Though college and retirement funds garner the most attention, men and women must also make time for estate planning. Estate planning is the process of arranging for the disposal of an estate and is done to help minimize uncertainty upon an individual’s death. This planning also reduce taxes and additional expenses that might arise if a person passes away without having left a will or another means of disposing of his or her estate. Regardless of the size of an individual’s estate, there’s no reason not to have an estate plan in place. The following are some of the basics of estate planning, which should be a priority for men and women, young and old.
More than just a will An estate plan is more than just a will. Though an up-to-date and specific will is an important element of a good estate plan, there are other elements as well. In addition to a will, an estate plan should assign power of attorney, which gives a person of an individual’s choosing the right to manage that individual’s financial affairs if they are unable to do so themselves. Power of attorney
should be assigned in the case of a person’s death, but also if an unforeseen medical issue arises and a person is no longer capable of managing their affairs. There are two types of power of attorney that are essential to know when estate planning. Springing power of attorney goes into effect when circumstances that the individual specified, such as incapacitation, occur. In order for this to go into effect, the agent designated must typically produce proof of an individual’s incapacitation. Durable power of attorney goes into effect immediately and the agent does not need to prove incapacitation. When choosing an agent to assume power of attorney, individuals need to make this decision wisely, choosing someone they trust who can competently manage their affairs.
Assessing your assets Assets include a host of things, from investment accounts to real estate to retirement savings. Individuals must take careful inventory of all of their assets and determine to whom these assets should go if they die or who should gain control of them if individuals become incapacitated. This means leaving no stone unturned. If there are any questions about specific assets, then legal wrangling or even government taxation upon these assets is likely to take place.
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Many people hear the word trust associated with financial dealings and immediately assume it only applies to the wealthy. Nothing could be further from the truth. A trust enables men and women to put conditions on the distribution of their assets upon their death, including when and how these assets will be distributed. In addition, a trust might just protect these assets from creditors or lawsuits and help any heirs avoid probate court, which can be a costly and tedious process. Though trusts aren’t necessarily for everyone, they also aren’t exclusive to the very wealthy.
Allocation of assets Many people make the mistake of leaving all of their assets to their spouses upon their deaths. While this is wellintentioned, it doesn’t always work out best for men and women with children. Individuals can leave an unlimited amount of money to their spouse upon their death, and that money cannot be taxed. However, when the surviving
spouse dies, if he or she leaves that money to their surviving children, then they are likely going to pay significantly more in estate tax. In addition, when deciding to simply leave all assets to a surviving spouse, this is, in a sense, leaving the difficult decision of asset allocation to the surviving spouse. What’s more, should both husband and wife pass away in an accident at the same time and all assets were left to a spouse, this can make it very difficult, contentious and costly for surviving family members to divide up any assets left behind. Estate planning is something few people will embrace with open arms. But as morbid as estate planning might seem, it’s a necessary step for adults who want to secure their own futures should they become incapacitated or the futures of their loved ones when individuals pass away.
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3 Interior Rooms/$250 Wallpaper Removal. Drywall Repair. Cabinet Enameling and Staining. 25 yrs exp. Steve 763-545-0506
A RENEW PLUMBING •Drain Cleaning •Repairs •Remodeling •Lic# 004914PM Bond/Ins 952-884-9495
DAVE'S Painting Int/Ext 3 Rooms $175. Paper rem Enamel Refs avail. 952-201-1577
Ins/Bond Lic. #57327-MR Dan 952-465-2926
Quality Residential
St. Christoper Decorating Int Painting/faux/Rlph Lauren Expert Cabinet Refinishing Wallpaper Installation
Ceiling & Wall Textures H20 Damage – Plaster Repair
Wall Paper Removal INTERIOR EXTERIOR
Old World Craftsmanship/24 Yrs
Allen's Perfect Painting Ceiling & Drywall Repair BBB Member. Call anytime. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 612-388-2884
2510
Plumbing
2470
2420
Roofs, Siding, & Gutters
763-792-2999 Geno's Sewer & Drain
*A One Man Company* Looking for work. 30 yrs exp. Call Steve 763-497-2280 Lic#4040
Roofs, Siding, & Gutters
2510
Family Owned & Operated Since 1949
Fast Turnaround SERVING THE Reduce Energy Bills ENTIRE METO AREA Free Estimates MN LICENSE Bank Financing #20316811 Available BONDED • INSURED
Limited Offer (651) 644-6900 (952) 920-8888
** BLOMQUIST ** EXTERIORS Siding- Roofs-Soffit-FasciaGutters- Lic#20172580
763-754-2501
ACCREDITED BUSINESS
Call For Free Estimate www.WesternConstructionInc.com
612-210-5267 952-443-9957 Lic #20156835 • Insured We Take Care of Insurance Claims Offering the Best Extended Manufacturers Warranty Snow Removal
2570
Anderson Snow Removal Experienced Res/Com Plowing Reliable • Fully Ins'd • Free Ests
GOODE SNOWPLOWING “We Stand By Our Name!”
952-888-5885 Re-roofs Tear-offs BBB Free Est. MC/Visa No Subcontractors Used. Lic/Ins. 952-891-8586
Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs – Snow & Ice Removal - 30 Yrs Exp Insured - Lic#20126880 John Haley #1 Roofer, LLC. Call 952-925-6156
Tree Service
Snow & Ice Removal From Roofs. Richfield Resident. Fully Insured. 612-839-2239
SNOW REMOVAL Theyson Const 612-239-3181
Snow Removal Silver Fox Services
952-883-0671 Mbr BBB
SNOWPLOWING Comm & Resid Sr. Discounts
Insured
Kevin 612-810-2059
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Tree Service
A Good Job!!
15 yrs exp.
Thomas Tree Service Immaculate Clean-up! Tree Removal/Trimming Lot Clearing & Stump Removal Free Estimates 952-440-6104
Senior Discounts
(763) 550-0043 (952) 476-7601 (612) 221-2600 3500 Vicksburg Lane Suite 400-351 P l y m o u t h , M N 5 5 4 4 7 Lic # 6793
2490
Powerwashing
2490
Powerwashing
Great Service Affordable Prices 2490
Powerwashing
Lic. #BC626700 Credit Cards Accepted
612.839.2239 • 612.866.0949
Tear-offs & New Construction Siding & Gutters Over 17 yrs exp. Free est. Rodney Oldenburg
A Family Operated Bus.
2620
*A and K PAINTING*
20 years exp. Degreed Shop Teacher Interior Specials including ceilings, walls, paneling, windows, fine enameling, Kitchen cupboards and basement floors. Wall and wood repair. Fully insured.
Why Wait Roofing LLC
Call 952-933-4856
952-472-5670
General Contractors
Right Way PAINTING
Roofs, Siding, & Gutters
www.blomquistexteriors.com
Lic#BC073200
Storm Damage Restoration Roofing ■ siding ■ windows Established 1984
612-825-7316/952-934-4128 www.afreshlookinc.com
2510
Roofs & Driveways
Ext/Int Painting Reasonable Rates FREE Est. EARL 952-944-7983
Interior/Exterior Painting by the Pros Bonded & Insured Free Est. • Senior Discounts
Roofs, Siding, & Gutters
2510
Affordable Basement Finishing by Two Teacher Construct Inc. Professionals you can trust to design & finish your basement. BBB
Painting
A Fresh Look, Inc.
SAVE MONEY - Competent master plumber needs work. Lic#M3869 Jason 952-891-2490
Special $89/with ad!
Household & Office Movers Reasonable Rates ICC 52334 35Yrs Exp Sr. Disc Call 763-566-8955
Int./Ext Painting/Staining & texturing. Free Est. 952-474-6258 Ins/Bond Major Credit Cards Accepted
Master Plumber. Semi retired. Bath remodeler, tile, piping, misc. Lic. #058689PM 651-983-6300 Credit cards accepted.
952-451-7151 Ins/Bonded
WINDOWS/SIDING
Robinson Moving
Painting
An Honest Plumber
A German Craftsman
Paint, Plaster, papering 30yrs quality work, Ref's Seasonal Rates. Reliable roosterpainting.com Est. Int/Ext 952-484-4867
A Local Mover
2420
Plumbing
2470
DAVE'S PAINTING and WALLPAPERING Int/Ext • Free Est • 23 Yrs Will meet or beat any price! Lic/Ins Visa/MC BBB 952-469-6800
Painting & Drywall
Moving, Storage & Shipping
0 Stress! 110% Satisfaction!
Schultz'e Contracting Inc
2420
Triple Glass for the Price of Double Glass
2380
Impressions **
612-598-2276
Home Repair: Interior & Exterior
612-455-1217
#1 All Area Hauling Lg/Sm I haul all rubbish Move, Sr. Disc 612-532-1162 **First
LetUs Be Your Handyman!
Multi-Year Service Award Winner
Hauling
“You Point & It Disappears” A Moving & Hauling Service www.firstimpressionshd.com
LICENSED BONDED INSURED
35yrs Exp. 612-875-2230
651-457-7776
2280
Handyperson
Work Guar/Refs/Ins/Free Ests
Repair /Replace /Reasonable Lifetime Warranty on All Spring Changes www.expertdoor.com
Concrete-Brush-Const Debris 2-40yd containers for cleanups
Lew Electric: Resid & Comm. Service, Service Upgrades, Remodels. Old or New Constr. Free Ests. Bonded/Insured Lic#CA05011 612-801-5364
Any & All Home Repairs
PRO PAPER HANGING Removal, Paint/Plaster
GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS
Service Upgrades, Misc Wiring, Remodeling & More! Owner/Oper Lic/Bonded/Ins
Bonded Insured Free Ests Resid, Comm & Service. Old/New Const, Remodels Serv Upgrades. Lic#CA06197
Regrout, Tile, Painting, Etc. We Do it All • Lowest Rates
Free Quotes & Ideas
WHY PAY MORE? Call Signature Electric
763-537-4731 Schoo Electric Small Jobs – Service Changes
952-994-4303 George Elite Repair & Tile
Carpentry, Paint & Remodel Exp'd/Lic/Ins 612-590-1887
Decks
Decks 3 & 4 Season Porches
Concrete Dumpster Service Carpentry Baths & Tile Fencing Windows Gutters Water/Fire Damage Doors Lic•Bond•Ins Visa Accepted
Desperately Need Work! Free Estimates. 40 Yrs Exp. Call 612-695-1348
2290
952-451-3792
Above All Hardwood Floors Installation•Sanding•Finishing “We Now Install Carpet, Tile & Vinyl.” Call 952-440-WOOD (9663)
Ceramic & Marble TWIN CITIES Concrete Reas.-Fast Friendly BBB
Handyperson
#1 in Hardwood Refinishing
SANDMAN IS BEST!
QUALITY WORK 1ST CALL Res/Commercial PATIOS STEPS FLOORS ADDITIONS DRIVES WALKS BRICK BLOCK MASONRY/CHIMNEY WORK DRAIN TILE MC/VISA Bonded Insured BBB Member
2290
In the Community, With the Community, For the Community
BOB’s Commercial and residential pressure washing Decks strip & seal, roof washing, house washing, concrete cleaning and staining. Full exterior washing.
Our job is to make you look good!
763-225-6200
www.sparklewashcmn.com
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In the Community, With the Community, For the Community Tree Service
Will Beat Anybody's Price! NEW HORIZONS TREE & LANDSCAPING
BIG TREES & STUMPS CHEAP!! Fully Licensed & Insured “We take pride in our work”
612-203-4309
3110
Collectibles & Art
Dept 56 original north pole series. Handpainted porcelain, 21 bldgs, 17 acces. In there originals boxes w/the original Bachman's stickers & prices. Total over $1300. $500 or BO, call 763-545-2716
3150
Fireplace & Firewood
2.5 yrs dried oak & mixed hdwd. 4x6x16, $120; 2/$225 Guarant'd to burn. Free deliv/stack. Serving the area since '85. 952-412-9052
15% Fall Discount
Forget The Rest Call The Best!! www.vincestree.com Full Tree & Landscape Services. Serving The Entire Metro Area. 763-954-1063 BBB Accredited Business
2630
Upholstery & Slipcovers
Affordable Custom Uphols Upholstery – Slipcovers Visa/MC Jan 612-824-7376
2660
Window Cleaning
Ideal Firewood
2.5yr Dried Mixed Hardwood
4' x 8 'x 16” - $120 or 2 for $225 Free Delivery
612-529-4444
3000
Merchandise
3090
Cemetery Lots
1 lot-Hillside Memorial Park $1100 or Best offer. 218-258-5609 Dawn Valley Cemetery 1 Gravesite asking $1,500/ best offer. Call 651-688-7342 Glen Haven in Crystal, garden of the apostles. 1 plot $2500 763-227-6844 Glen Haven: 2 plots, 2 vaults w/companion headstone. Value $8,990. Asking $4,500/BO. 218-828-3608
3020
Auctions
Misc. Wanted
Polaris Snowmobile & ATV's. Non-working only. Will pick-up, will pay cash! Calle 612-987-1044
3320
Snowblowers & Equipment
Honda 1132 Track Snowblower w/ elec start & hd lt. Used 5hrs $2000. 952-240-7792
Agriculture/ Animals/Pets
3900
3970
Pets
Pitt Bull puppies, 12 wks, very affectionate! To good homes, $200. 612-516-8296
952-881-2122 763-381-1269 FIREWOOD
100% Premium Dried Oak 25+ yrs Exp 507-280-7780 www.procutfirewood.com FIREWOOD
Clean Dry Very Nice Oak Fireplace Wood 4'x8'x16” $125 delivered, quantity discounts. Call 320-980-2498
SUN Classifieds
WORK! 952.392.6888
FIREWOOD
Hardwood Mix, 2 years dry. 4'x8'x16” $125; or 2 for $230. Call 612-214-3347
3160 Window Cleaning
3270
Furnishings
Couch, loveseat, chair matching. Tan, microfiber Exc cond! $550 952-843-8138 Newer - Couch $150/BO; Ethan Allen DR Set: hutch, table & 6 chairs $600/BO. 952-928-9077 SOFA: Henredon 3 pc sectional. $500/OBO. 952-881-1381 SteelCase u-shaped desk unit. Like new! Reduced to $600 Plymouth 715-571-1920
3260
Misc. For Sale
Hoover Steam Vac Dual V Carpet Cleaner. Exc cond! Asking $200/BO. 763-566-6215
3270
Misc. Wanted
WANTED Old stereo equip., need not work. Andy 651-329-0515 Buying Old Trains & Toys
STEVE'S TRAIN CITY
952-933-0200
3020
5000
Rentals
5100 Senior/Handicapped • Independent Living
2620
Senior Rentals
Senior Rentals
5100
Talheim in Chaska
6400
Apartments & Condos For Rent
RICHFIELD 612-869-1451
Charming one BR apt., Now accepting quiet bldg., laundry, off-street parking, applications for window A/C. Only $615-625/month 7137 Chicago Ave.. the 1BR waiting list for Senior 62 7000 Real Estate years & older. 8100 Manufactured Homes
952-361-0310 EHO
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Rooms For Rent
Move In Special Incl. all utils, phone, cable & Internet. Weekly pay option.
Call for details: Michael (763) 227-1567
For your updated local news visit us at
www.MinnLocal.com
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Senior Rentals
RARE OPPORTUNITY Rental Openings • Affordable Rents Based on Income • Secure Building • Elevator • Community Room • Emergency Response Systems Located in Waconia - Convenient to: Shopping • Library • Churches • Parks Clinics • Hospital • Transportation
We pay heat, trash removal & water! To receive an application, or for more information, please call:
952-442-5276 EVERGREEN APARTMENTS 100 West 3rd Street, Waconia
COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE • FOR LEASE
Retail or Office LOCATED IN THE SAME BUILDING NEXT TO H. DESIGN SALON
Auctions
Bloomington
9050
PCA needed in Bloomington every Saturday and Sunday 10m-5pm. PCA must be non smoker, at least 25 years of age, and must have a clean driving record. Call Molly with All Home Health at 952-814-7400
AUGUSTANA EMERALD CREST OF VICTORIA PT CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS needed that are motivated and have a passion for geriatric memory care!
Contact 952.856.7510 ext. 200 Sue Help Wanted/ Full Time
A New Career
3034 Lyndale Ave S. Off Lake St • 33 car parking • $14/sq ft 3,000-6,000 sq ft • Available now!
312-886-9480 US General Services Administration
612-875-8292 • 612-875-8282
Help Wanted/ Full Time
9100
We're looking for motivated individuals to join Minnesota's #1 real estate team. We'll provide the training and resources. You bring the desire for personal and financial growth. Together we'll build your real estate career. Call Irene Levy at 952-949-4759 or email: iblevy@cbburnet.com
Help Wanted/ Full Time
9100
Help Wanted/ Full Time
CUSTOMER SERVICE Drivers AUTOMOTIVE TOOL Full-time OTR,
* * * * *
Co seeks exp GREAT JOB WITH Bloomington individual to work as part GREAT BENEFITS of our team. Phone & counter sales. Strong PRODUCTION comm skills. Automotive ASSISTANT background preferred. $12.00 PER HOUR TO Great benefits. Fax or START. NO EXPERIENCE e-mail resume 952-881-6480 NECESSARY hloyd3@gmail.com
BIOLYPH needs individuals who are conscientious, mature, responsible perfectionists with strong verbal English communication skills to help produce diagnostic tests durMobile Homes Lots ing the day shift. All For Rent Quiet community, close to training provided. Beneshopping ctr, on bus line. fits include pd. holidays Krestwood Mobile Village and vacation, health & 10225 Lyndale Ave S. dental ins., & 401(k). Our Bloomington. Call Carol work environment is pro952-807-5331 or 952-807-5331 fessional, clean, comfortable, smoke-free, quiet and You will general9000 Employment friendly. ly be scheduled between 32-40 hrs. per wk. Call 952.936.0990 for a Health job description & direcCare tions. Apply in person Mon-Fri, 9:00-4:00 at 1317 PCA 5th St. So., Hopkins
9100
RESIDENTIAL LOT FOR SALE 9911 Newton Avenue. For Sale by On-Line Auction. Visit www.realestatesales.gov or call (312) 886-9480 for more information.
9100
Van/ Reefer. Minimum 2 yrs required. Late Model equipment. Regional/ Long haul. Weekend Home time. Competitive wage DOE. Call Nik: 651-325-0307
Delivery Drivers Couriers needed to deliver automotive parts for a major supplier between stores. Use your own vehicle (Pickup truck w/ topper, full size SUV or Minivan) and extra income as an independent contractor. Flexible work schedules consisting of day time routes (morning and afternoon MON through SAT) round trip from St. Louis Park, MN. Must have a good driving record. Call 1-800-818-7958to learn more and visit our web site at: www.partsfleet.com
MATURE DRIVERS $350 + per wk driving passengers to medical appointments. Clear criminal Background driving rec, neat appearance, Exc. people skills, ability to pass a physical. Leave Msg on Care Cab. Msg Ctr 1-800-437-2094 (Metro area and St. Cloud)
Job Fair Wednesday from 9am-12pm for Food Production Work. Call 952-924-9000 for more information
Now Hiring: Lead Teachers Candidates must be teacher qualified under MN Rule 3 guidelines. Call Barb: 952-941-7817 bnovak@klcorp.com KinderCare LearningCenters
Sun Patriot Account Executive The Waconia Patriot, Carver County News, and Norwood Young America Times are searching for an experienced Account Executive to take over a quality territory. The qualified candidate will work with existing customers and prospect new business to grow sales in the territory.
Job responsibilities include: • Service existing customers to continue & grow their business • Outbound prospecting from lead lists, customer lists & self-generated lists • Working collaboratively with other Patriot staff, to ensure smooth day to day operations Experience and qualifications: • Minimum 3 years sales experience, (with preference given to experience in a senior sales position) • Excellent verbal & written communication, demonstrated negotiation skills, excellent presentation skills • Previous advertising sales or category experience an asset The Sun Patriot newspapers, magazines, & website have very strong readership, & provide useful, timely news & information. Benefits include paid time off, health & dental coverage & retirement investment plans. Position earnings is a mixture of salary & commission and will be based upon experience. Please send a complete cover letter and resume to: Jason Cole jcole@acnpapers.com
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Help Wanted/ Full Time
9100
Help Wanted/ Full Time
9100
Help Wanted/ Full Time
Full Time Editor The Laker seeks a full time editor to cover a variety of activities, including city council, school board, sports and various community events. Knowledge of QuarkXpress, Photoshop and page design is required. Photography is part of the job. This position offers great benefits. The Laker is a small town weekly broadsheet newspaper with a strong commitment to community journalism. Resumes should be mailed to: Todd Moen Resume/The Laker PO Box 5 Waconia, MN 55387 email: tmoen@acnpapers.com
In the Community, With the Community, For the Community
9100
Help Wanted/ Full Time
Sr. Quality Assurance Engineer w/Masters deg in Software Engg or Comp Sci & 1 yr. exp. in the following job duties: Analyze business reqmts, prep comprehensive test strategy, install & setup test envrmt. Write test plans, log & track defects using Quality Center, Rally & Rational Suite. Test applics based on Salesforce.com, Siebel & MS Dynamics. Write & execute automated test scripts using QTP. Write & execute DB test scripts on Oracle & MS SQL envrmts for data migration & integration. Use Agile & SCRUM methodology. Test BI reports using SSRS, Crystal Reports & MicroStrategy. 1 yr. exp as Software Quality Assurance Engr is acceptable. Mail resumes to: Virtual Matrix Corporation, 7200 France Ave S, Ste #324,
Edina, MN 55435 Job Loc: Edina, MN
9200
Help Wanted/ Part Time
Janitorial 2-3 PT cleaning positions. Advancement available. www.leadens.com 763-441-4859
9100
9200
Help Wanted/ Part Time
Janitorial PT mornings MF $15/hr to start. Must pass criminal and background checks, Must be US citizen. 952-884-5110
For your updated local news visit us at
www.MinnLocal.com
9200
Help Wanted/ Part Time
SEPTRAN IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
• No CDL Experience Needed • Paid CDL Instruction • Benefits Available • Average 4-6 hours per day • Monday ~ Friday, A.M. & P.M.
9200
Help Wanted/ Part Time
Attn Holiday Help $15 base/appt. No exp. nec. Flex. FT/PT schedules. Customer sales/svc. Work locally. All ages 17+, conditions apply. Call now: Minneapolis: 952-746-8999 Maple Grove: 763-478-9856
9810
2000 W. 96TH ST. • BLOOMINGTON
Join our professional sales team and be proud of the products you represent. Sun Newspapers has an immediate opening for an account executive at our Eden Prairie location. • Be part of a winning team • Enjoy selling once again • Thrive in a setting where you can succeed • Take advantage of great benefits • Free Caribou coffee • Fun/Professional workplace If you are organized, proficient on a computer, have exceptional phone skills and a desire to learn, you have found your next career. Send your resume to: Jeremy Bradfield at jbradfield@acnpapers.com
9100
Help Wanted/ Full Time
Pontiac
06 Grand Prix: 4dr, 91K, new tires & batt. Runs & looks great. Lite hail dam on silver paint-hard to see. Black cloth int. 2nd owner. $8300/bo 612-987-1044
INCORPORATED
Help Wanted/ Full Time
Automotive
9667
SEPTRAN 9100
Snow Plow Operators
9500
Please apply in person:
Account Executive
Seasonal Hiring
Prescription Landscape is seeking operators for plow trucks and/or Bobcat loaders. Duties include competent operation of equipment, Custodial/Maintenance snowplow position in Edina area. snowblowers, and other PT or FT, depending on equipment associated qualifications. with snow and ice manContact Jim Sellner at: agement, up to and includjsellner@ ing manual labor, snow colonialchurch.org shoveling, lifting up to 45 or (952)925-2711 lbs, and other duties as assigned. Must have a valid General Office driver's license and clean driving record. We have 2 Cleaning Coon Rapids, Edina, St.- locations to work from - St Paul, White Bear Lake, Paul or Crystal. This is a Plymouth, Cottage Grove seasonal position with opand Maple Grove. 5pm- portunity for year-round employment. We are a 9pm and 6pm-10pm. drug and alcohol free Mid-City Cleaning. work environment. 8000 University Ave. NE. To submit an applicaFridley. 763-571-9056 tion/resume visit our website at www.rxlandscape.com, fax 651-488-9195, or email sueleatherman @rxlandscape.com. For more information call Sue at 651-379-4713.
* We Can Save You: .50/mile travel expense $150–$300/wk Daycare Cost * You Can Earn: Up to .88/hr in bonuses
Help Wanted/ Full Time
9400
Junkers & Repairable Wanted
$ $200 + UP $
9100
Help Wanted/ Full Time
Company: Best Buy Job Title: Sr. Real Estate Deployment Solutions Systems Analyst Location: Richfield, MN Job Description: Responsible for all systems used by the department and will spend majority time managing 1-2 developers as well as technical support staff in conjunction with development and maintenance of software for the Real Estate Deployment Solutions function. Applying Retail and Real Estate Deployment Solutions knowledge, serve as the lead technical project manager to gather and analyze business requirements, perform business process reengineering and design, develop, test and deploy new capabilities and enhancements to existing capabilities. Responsible for supervising the management and technical support of Real Estate Deployment Solutions systems including Avanti and Prophet 21, an inventory management, demand planning, order processing & management, purchasing and financial system, along with several home grown applications (internal ecommerce site, issue management system, vendor collaboration website, Electronic data interchange (EDI), etc). Develop technical solutions to oversee and support troubleshooting, maintenance and upgrade of home grown and packaged applications. Develop and monitor Web Portals for intranet and extranet and interfaces to ERP system (Oracle). Engage in database architecture using SQL 2008 Database Management and IIS7 web server management. Design and develop new web applications for real estate business using VB6, VBA, VB.net, ASP, ASP.NET-web forms (VB), SQL, LINQ, AJAX. Basic Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Sciences or Computer Information Systems, plus five years of progressively responsible, post-baccalaureate experience as a business analyst, or systems administrator/analyst developing and implementing process improvements and administering and maintaining a computer management system; three of the five years of experience must have also involved business process reengineering, project management, engaging in database architecture, SQL 2008 database management and IIS7 webserver management, and developing web applications using VB6, VBA, VB.net, ASP, ASP.NET-web forms (VB.Net), SQL, LINQ, AJAX, Prophet 21, Avanti, Oracle Financials, Issue Management System, and Informatica or other middleware tools. To apply, please follow this link: http://www.bestbuy-jobs.com/job/Richfield-Sr_-Real-Estate-Deployment-Solutions-Systems-Analyst-Job-MN 55423/1553364/?utm_source=print&utm_campaign=RSunFADV
JUNK& REPAIRABLE Cars/Truck JACK'S AUTO 612-919-2707 OR 763-533-7122
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$$$ Junk Cars & Trucks Call us 1st or Call us Last, but Call US! 612-414-4924 $200+ for most Vehicles Free Towing 952-818-2585 CASH! For Your Junked Wrecks or Unwanted Vehicles. Free Tow-Aways
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9820
Motorcycle, Moped, Motor Bike
Motorcycles Wanted! Cash for used & Damaged 651-285-1532
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Vans, SUVs, & Trucks
01 GMC Yukon XLT 1500
AT, 4WD, Red w/grey lthr, heated seats, 230K, very well maint., 1 owner, clean inside/out, no rust, 3rd seat, rear heat/ac. $5900 Mike 612 987 1044
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By: Ali Holman, co-owner of www.coreconditioningtraining.com I think we can all agree that eating is fun. Not only is it a way for us to socialize, reward ourselves and comfort ourselves, it also is the one area of fitness where people have the most trouble. Wouldn’t it be great to know that the choices you make are actually helping your fitness program? More importantly, wouldn’t it be even better to banish the word “diet” from your vocabulary? Chances are, if you are embarking on a “diet”, it will have a beginning and an end. The end is usually followed by slowly going back to old habits and ends you right back where you started. With our clients, we really encourage them to focus on a Lifestyle Change with room for “cheat meals” and realistic goals; which inevitably lead to lifelong results and without the emotional roller coaster of a diet.
Core/Conditioning Training’s List of “Fat Burning Foods”
eggs
low-fat dairy
Eggs are high in protein and low in calories. You may have heard all the warnings about eggs and your health: opt for eggwhites for the low-cholesterol, fatburning effect. Eggs also contain the vitamin B-12, a great supplement for breaking down fat cells.
Studies show that women who eat low-fat dairy products (such as non-fat yogurt and low-fat milk) three to four times a day lost 70 percent more fat than low-dairy dieters.
beans
oatmeal
Beans are one of the best sources of protein, fiber and iron. Some of the best beans to ear are: • Navy Beans • White Beans • Kidney Beans • Lima Beans
Oatmeal is loaded with soluble fiber, which helps reduce blood cholesterol by flushing those bad digestive acids out of your system. Skip the flavored oatmeals - you lose out on all the health benefits. If you must sweeten your oatmeal, do so by adding fruit.
olive oil
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Certain fats are good for you, and your body needs them. Olive oil is one of those “good fats.” It helps you burn fat and keeps your cholesterol down. One ounce of extra virgin olive oil contains about 85% of the daily value for monosaturated fat.
Search for lean meats - chicken (baked, broiled, grilled), fish and turkey - which are all high in protein. It is a good rule of thumb to consume at least one half-gram protein per pound of body weight each day. A chicken breast gets you well on your way, with about 22 grams of protein.
whole grains
interval training
Our body needs carbohydrates, despite what the fad diets tell you. Avoid processed carbohydrates such as white breads, bagles, pastas and white rice and look for whole grains that have not been processed and contain the fiber and minerals your body needs.
Interval training is defined as short, repeated bouts of intense exercise with minimal rest. You can burn major calories and get an all-over workout in less than 30 minutes. When you see people who are “cut,” chances ar they are partaking in interval training.
Check out Ali’s blog for more health & wellness tips!
Go to Minnlocal.com and click on the “Health” tab or check out her website:
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