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A future pool shark? At 11, Bloomington girl already competeing on national stage BY MIKE HANKS • SUN NEWSPAPERS Soccer, basketball, bowling and chess, they’re all pastimes one would expect to find children engaged in. April Larson, 11, of Bloomington often finds herself competing alongside her father, Dave, and many other men old enough to be her father. Her arena of competition is lined with green felt. April is a pool player, competing alongside other Twin Cities children in a weekly pool league in Burnsville, as well as alongside her father against competitors whose experience predates her birth. Yet she holds her own, and has demonstrated a natural talent for the game, having competed earlier this month in her first national 9-ball tournament. With little experience playing 9-ball April finished second, challenging the eventual champion in the deciding match. She owes her unlikely success, in part, to her father, whose weekly league play inspired April’s interest in the game. The secret to her success? “You have to be confident, but not too confident,” she said. The unlikely trip to the 2011 Billiard Education Foundation Junior National 9-Ball Championships began when April was 8 years old. Her father invited her to come watch him play in his weekly pool league. She enjoyed watching, as well as getting together with other relatives at the weekly league gathering, and picked up a cue to try her hand at the game. She quickly took to it and joined a junior league at Shooter’s in Burnsville when she was eligible to do so at age 9. Since that time the future sixth-grader at Olson Middle School has competed in tournaments around the state, earning several first-place trophies for her 8-ball prowess. It was her strong play in juniors tournaments that led

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April Larson of Bloomington lines up a shot on her family’s pool table after returning from a second-place finish in the Billiard Education Foundation’s 2011 Junior National 9-Ball Championships in Illinois. Larson, in her first outing, finished second in her division. (Photo by Mike Hanks • Sun Newspapers)

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One without the other Surviving twins find solace, companionship at Twinless Twins Support Group convention in Bloomington BY ROXI REJALI • CONTRIBUTING WRITER If just one cookie remained in the family cookie jar, Sandy Meyer and her twin Sally broke it in half and shared it. That’s how Sandy Meyer of Chanhassen explains her close relationship with her twin sister Sally. Growing up in Richfield, the fraternal twins shared a bedroom, a birthday and a unique bond. They were even known as the Walls twins; Walls was the family name. “It was like having a built-in best friend,” said Meyer, 59. “Even when we were mad at each other, which we were on several occasions, we knew we had the other to depend on.” Meyer’s life changed dramatically when Sally died at age 37 in 1989 from complications of leukemia. Meyer felt abandoned and alone because she had lost her lifelong best friend. Suddenly, she was a “twinless twin.” “I can see that losing a sibling of any kind is very painful,” she said. “But I think the closer bond that twins have from the

moment of conception and always doing things together, and just being such an enmeshed part of each other’s lives, is what makes it different.” Meyer began to adjust to her loss after she found other identical or fraternal twins who had lost their twin siblings. She joined the Twinless Twins Support Group International and helped to organize the group’s annual convention July 21-23 in Bloomington. The event attracted about 65 people from the United States, Canada and United Kingdom. While Sandy and Sally were close, they had separate identities. Except for fifth grade, they attended school in separate classrooms. Their mother dressed them alike until ninth grade, when Sally announced that it was time to dress differently because they didn’t look alike. “[Sally] had all the brains, all the beauty, all the boyfriends,” Meyer said. “We respected each other and loved each other and encouraged each other.”

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All the world, including the church sanctuary, is a stage Theater company will perform ‘Narnia the Musical’ this weekend at Bloomington church BY MIKE HANKS • SUN NEWSPAPERS In the end the goal is to put on a good show, and to do so the Homeward Bound Theatre Company is presenting the musical version of the novel “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” in an unconventional way. The Chanhassen-based theater organization is producing “Narnia the Musical” this weekend. Its stage is Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church of Bloomington, showcasing both professional and amateur talent in the first of a series of productions planned in the coming months. The family friendly productions will be staged at the church because it offers “a place to do these productions and offer the community at large professional quality theater at a reasonable price,” according to Managing Director Bruck Kirkpatrick. Homeward Bound Theatre Company stages productions at churches and confer-

Kirkpatrick explained. Although its proences around the state, works with about 70 ductions aren’t necessarily Christian, community education programs statewide upcoming productions at the church will and has a teen outreach program. It’s have a more traditional through the outreach proChristian theme to them, gram that Normandale he said. Hylands Pastor Don Whether the producEslinger first met tions and workshops are Kirkpatrick in the 1990s. What: “Narnia the Musical” Eslinger serves as dean of When: 7 p.m. Friday, July 29, 2 and aimed at teens, adults or families, the underlying a teen camp in Park 7 p.m. Saturday, July 30 Rapids, Minn., and Where: Normandale Hylands tone of the nonprofit orgaKirkpatrick’s theater Church, 9920 Normandale Blvd., nization’s performances are family values and posgroup was hired to provide Bloomington itive relationships, entertainment. Tickets: Available at the door, $18 Kirkpatrick noted. This past spring Info: xr.com/narnia The church provides Homeward Bound both rehearsal and perTheatre performed at the formance space for the Narnia production, church during the Lenten season. The which combines professional talent with adult-oriented production entertained youth performers from around the Twin churchgoers in attendance, who asked Cities. The musical may feature amateur where they could see other performances talent, but the children who will be perby the theater group, according to Nadia forming as the siblings at the center of the Johnson, the church’s musical director. Narnia story, and several of the animal The answer to that inquiry became the characters, auditioned just as if they were church’s sanctuary, starting this weekend trying out for a production at a major Twin with the Narnia musical, and continuing Cities theater, according to Kirkpatrick. with periodic productions through next Johnson, who will serve as the musical spring. director of the production, will work with Homeward Bound Theatre was formed professional musicians to provide the as a theatrical outreach program of an soundtrack for the performances. Sound Eden Prairie church that no longer exists,

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Fundraiser for kidney transplant recipient The National Foundation for Transplants is hosting a silent auction fundraiser for Eden Prairie resident Michelle Barnes 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at Pinstripes, 3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina. Barnes received a lifesaving kidney transplant in June after being diagnosed in 2002 with a condition that causes the immune system to destroy the kidneys. A kidney transplant costs approximately $250,000. Even with health coverage, Barnes faces considerable medical expenses related to her transplant. For

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Lazy, hazy dog days of summer? Feels like it Since writing this, the temperatures will probably have come down to what most people would consider a reasonable summer temperature. Yet, last week’s heat wave was fun to watch people squirm. Imagine living in Texas, or anywhere in the South for that matter, where a week of temperatures that flirt with the century mark should be welcome. Granted, there are health issues that go along with heat as high as it was, but taking that out of consideration for argumentative purposes – it’s summer. Enjoy the sultry weather while it lasts. Minnesota really is the land of extremes; the temperature swing between the all-time high and low in the state is 174 degrees! Tuesday, July 19, was one for the books.

CHRIS DILLMAN Excelsior/Shorewood Community Editor

It marked the third consecutive day with 80 degree or higher dew points in the Twin Cities; dew point basically measures the moisture in the air. Add a 119-degree heat index (also referred to as “feels like”) at MSP airport, tying the all-time high – though I saw 121 on the Weather Channel app – 88degree dew point in Moorhead, as well as 134degree heat index, the highest ever in the state, and it can be summed up that it was hot! We are, in fact, amid the

“Dog Days of Summer,” which are typically July through early September, and date back to ancient times. The period is named that because of Sirius, the “dog star.” So bring on the heat. Those not so much a fan of the heat usually say something like, “Well, you can always add clothing when you’re cold.” What I say to that is, unless you want to look and feel like Ralphie’s kid brother Randy in “A Christmas Story,” bundling up doesn’t sound too appealing. What does sound appealing is shorts, sandals and a tank top. There’s also the relief factor. When you walk from the heat into a place that’s air-conditioned, there’s instant relief. This, opposed to walking into a building that heated from

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Council candidate will ensure city lives within its means To the editor: My name is Russ Burnison and I am running for Bloomington’s District 3 City Council seat. My decision to run for this council seat comes after a number of years of watching my property taxes go up while my house value went down. In attempting to understand the budget as well as the budgeting process, I have become frustrated at the lack of transparency. I have resided in Bloomington for 19 years. I am a husband, father and grandpa. My National Guard service for 29 years taught me team building. My managerial experience for small businesses requires that I am accountable for every dollar spent. I will approach the budgeting

process by ensuring essential services (police, fire, water and street) are appropriately funded. All other services should be reviewed every two years to determine need as well as ensure measurable results. We as a city need to live within our means and our tax structure must be competitive with surrounding cities on both commercial and residential properties. As a conservative taxpayer, I pledge to you that I am serious about service and will not take the health care plan offered to council members at no monthly cost (but 100 percent of the monthly premium paid for by Bloomington property owners.) As your voice on the council, I will ensure you have input on council issues by communicating through email and town hall meetings. You can contact me anytime at russforcitycouncil@gmail.com. Russ Burnison Bloomington

minus 20 degrees, where thawing takes much longer. Again, we could be Texas and have triple-digit heat for doubledigit days. Granted, I probably wouldn’t be singing the same tune if I didn’t happen to have an air conditioner. Yet, like extreme cold, extreme heat for too long of exposures can be deadly. Heatrelated deaths top every other death caused by weather combined, so make sure it’s enjoyed in moderation. We all know that weather around here always changes, and since heat like that doesn’t usually last too long up here, I welcome it with open arms. Because before you know it, it’s back to shoveling, snow emergencies and temperatures with a minus in front of the number.

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Scouting for Uniforms drive tracking behind previous years BY JONATHAN YOUNG • SUN NEWSPAPERS The Boy Scouts’ July Scouting for Uniforms campaign is lagging behind expected collection numbers. There are only a few days of the campaign left. As of July 20, the campaign had only collected about 75 uniforms. That’s onetenth of the goal of 750 uniforms. This is the fourth year the Boy Scouts’ Northern Star Council has partnered with Pilgrim Cleaners to collect used Boy Scout and Cub Scout uniforms for scouts in need. The Northern Star Council serves the Twin Cities and counties in central Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Bonnie Engler, the president of Pilgrim Cleaners, started the uniform drive after hearing about a similar program in another part of the country. Kent York is a spokesperson for the Northern Star Council. “We’re tracking behind previous years,” he said. Each year the uniform drive has collected more uniforms than the previous year. The first year it collected 350 uni-

forms. The second year it collected 560, and last year it collected 564. York doesn’t know why the pace of uniform donations has been slower this year. He speculates it may have something to do with the recent heat. But he’s hopeful that the pace will pick up now. “It’s human nature to wait until the last minute,” he said. Through the end of July, uniforms can be dropped off at all 25 Pilgrim Cleaners locations 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. The nearest location can be found at pilgrimdrycleaners.com. Uniforms can also be dropped off at the Golden Valley Scout Service Center, 5300 Glenwood Ave. or the St. Paul Scout Service Center, 393 Marshall Ave between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Monetary contributions should be sent to Northern Star Council BSA, Attn: Kent York, 5300 Glenwood Ave., Golden Valley, MN 55422. Info: ScoutingGoodForLife.org or 763231-7201 (Northern Star Council).

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charged in Hennepin County District Court July 20 with one felony count of theft from a motor vehicle. If convicted he faces up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. The vehicle was parked in a Mall of America parking ramp, equipped with audio and video recording devices, as well as notification equipment if the vehicle were to be tampered with. The laptop computer was placed on the backseat of the unlocked vehicle while a dollar bill and the vehicle’s ignition

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Kiosk theft Two men who said they intended to sell or pawn stolen video games for food were arrested inside Mall of America. A retail store employee reported seeing two men removing video games from a kiosk at 8:42 a.m. July 16, placing them into a backpack. The two men, 19 and 20 years old, were located inside the building by mall security and questioned. They were found to be in possession of 18 video games, val-

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The south metro faith community has a new member. The inaugural celebration for the Sri Venkateswara Hindu Temple begins Thursday, Aug. 4, and culminates Sunday, Aug. 7, with its sanctification. Located in the former Spa Bella Casa building, 7615 Metro Blvd., in Edina, the approximately 18,000-square-foot space will allow the temple to expand its cultural education and outreach. “This is a place to come together, practice music and dance, as well as learn about Hinduism itself,” Vamshi Jonnalagadda, vice president of the temple board, said. The Sri Venkateswara Temple began with about 100 devotees close to two years ago in a small leased space just north of Interstate 394 in Golden Valley. “By summer 2010, the congregation really grew,” and is now estimated at close to 1,000, Jonnalagadda said. Those who practice Hinduism maintain small worship areas at home and pray there daily, but temples get crowded during festivals and other events. The Golden Valley location, 6250 Wayzata Blvd., was only able to accommodate

about 100 people. Jonnalagadda said Sri Venkateswara Temple, a non-profit organization, purchased the former salon for $1.6 million last fall and has spent about $500,000 renovating it. Temple Board President Madhu Reddy has led the effort over the last several months, making sure the structure meets Hindu temple standards and city code. Reddy, who was in India purchasing items for the new temple and celebration, was not available for an interview. Jonnalagadda said the location is ideal for its access to Highway 100 and Interstate 494, as well as its proximity to Nine Mile Creek, which runs behind the temple. Water is an important element to have near temples, he said. The Edina temple will be the second largest in the state behind the 43,000square-foot Hindu Temple of Minnesota in Maple Grove, he said. The three-level building includes an area for worship on the top floor that can accommodate close to 500, classrooms, a banquet hall and kitchen on the main floor, and storage and more meeting space in the basement. TEMPLE: TO NEXT PAGE

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FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Sree Kunduru, an executive board member who leads the temple’s food committee, said the number of classrooms would go from two to up to 10, allowing for more weekend classes in language, classical Indian music and dance. Education is a big focus for the temple. “We want to teach the next generation what our culture is,” said Kunduru, who, with husband Jonnalagadda, has two children. Kunduru said many other temple members also have young children. Language classes include Hindi, India’s national language, as well as Telugu, which the family speaks at their Eden Prairie home, and Tamil. Jonnalagadda, who leads the religious committee, also gives lectures on Hindu scripture. “Hinduism dictates a way of living,” he said describing the faith. To be considered a devotee, there is no specific rite, just adherence to the practice. One of the core beliefs is karma, he said. “We strive to be as gentle as possible, as good as possible,” Jonnalagadda said. “We also strongly believe that service to mankind is service to God.” In addition to education, Sri Venkateswara Temple has a focus on social justice and volunteers monthly at the People Serving People shelter in Minneapolis, as well as participates in holiday drives. Hindu temples can worship one of Hinduism’s god or many. With its move to a larger building, the Sri Venkateswara Temple is adding eight deities to accompany the main god it worships, Venkateswara – a manifestation of Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu trinity rounded out with Shiva, the destroyer, and Brahma, the creator. Part of the opening celebration will

Hindu Priest Murali Vedala, left, assisted by devotee and Sri Venkateswara Temple vice president Vamshi Jonnalagadda of Eden Prairie, right, conducts a prayer Saturday, July 16, at the Golden Valley temple. The new temple in Edina will be nearly 10 times the size of the current location. (Photo by Katie Mintz • Sun Newspapers) There will also be other ceremonies, musical performances and a visit by Edina Mayor Jim Hovland. Jonnalagadda said in addition to Sri Venkateswara Temple’s priests Vamsi Kanduri and Murali Vedala, eight more will travel to Edina to help lead the celebration. More than 2,000 people are expected to attend. Jonnalagadda said the temple is open everyday of the week and welcomes visitors.

include “prana pratishta,” the ritual for bringing deities’ souls into statues. On a recent Saturday, the eight statues representing Venkateswara’s companion goddess Lakshmi, Sanskrit for wealth, in her eight forms – prosperity, health, agriculture, success, knowledge, strength, progeny and power – were packed in rice at the Golden Valley temple. They’ll also be immersed in water as a step of the ceremony, said Jonnalagadda. “When the deity is made, whether stone or metal, a lot of stress goes on it. We do this to bring that out as much as possible,” he said.

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11 p.m. City Council Agenda: Aug. 1 11:30 p.m. Bloomington Schools Volunteer Orientation

Friday, July 29 6 p.m. BPD Roll Call: July 29 to Aug. 4 6:30 p.m. Olson Kindergarten Graduation and Music Program: Room 103 and 104 p.m. 7 p.m. Valley View Grade 5 Musical 7:30 p.m. Olson 6-2, Grade 8 Spring Band Concert 8:30 p.m. Kennedy Spring Choir Pops Concert 10 p.m. Bloomington Today: July 27 to Aug. 2 10:30 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Peace House Africa 11:30 p.m. Cinema Judge: “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer”

Saturday, July 30 6 p.m. BPD Roll Call: July 29 to Aug. 4 6:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: July 27 to Aug. 2 7 p.m. Chamber Governmental Forum: Crisis Response – Lockdowns 8 p.m. Cinema Judge: “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer”

Monday, Aug. 1 6 p.m. BPD Roll Call: July 29 to Aug. 4

8:30 p.m. Poplar Bridge Grade 5 Music Program 9:30 p.m. Valley View Grade 6, 7 Spring Choir Concert 10:20 p.m. Boys Lacrosse: Kennedy vs. Apple Valley

Sunday, July 31 6 p.m. NOTEable Singers: Feel the Beat 8 p.m. Cinema Judge: “X-Men – First Class” 8:30 p.m. Arts in the Parks: Jazz on the Prairie Big Band 10 p.m. BPD Roll Call: July 29 to Aug. 4 10:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: July 27 to Aug. 2

6:30 p.m. City Council Agenda: Aug. 1 6:50 p.m. Commission Updates: July 7 p.m. City Council Meeting: Aug. 1 10:30 p.m. Cinema Judge: “The Art of Getting By” 11 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Nari Gunjan Update

Tuesday, Aug. 2 6 p.m. Arts in the Parks: Pop Rocks 7:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: July 27 to Aug. 2 8 p.m. Washburn Grade 5 Spring Music Concert 9 p.m. Bloomington Yellow Ribbon Kick Off: June 14 11 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Great River Greening – Science Area Teen Network 11:30 p.m. BPD Roll Call: July 29 to Aug. 4

Wednesday, Aug. 3 6 p.m. Cinema Judge: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” 6:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: Aug. 3-9 7 p.m. City Council Meeting: Aug. 1 10:30 p.m. Valley View Grade 5 Spring Band and Orchestra Concert 11:30 p.m. Commission Updates: August

Thursday, Aug. 4 6 p.m. Planning Commission: Aug. 4 8 p.m. Commission Updates: August 8:30 p.m. Cinema Judge: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” 9 p.m. BPD Roll Call: July 29 to Aug. 4 9:30 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Great River Greening – Science Area Teen Network 10 p.m. Bloomington Yellow Ribbon Kick-Off: June 14 The Bloomington Channel 14 daily schedule starts at 6 p.m. and repeats every six hours for the next 24 hours. Other local channels are BEC-TV 15, 952-6815900; and BCAT 16, 952-563-4980. More information: cable channel 96, www.TBC14.org or call 952-563-8874.

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HIGH SCHOOL REUNIONS The following class reunions have been scheduled for this year: Bloomington High School • 1956 – Noon, Saturday, Aug. 13, Moir Park, Bloomington. Info: vober123@frontiernet.net. Bloomington Jefferson High School • 1991 – Saturday, Aug. 20, Westin Edina Galleria, 3201 Galleria, Edina. Info: 763-5570177. • 2001 – 6:30-10:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Clubhouse Jaeger, 923 Washington Ave. N., Minneapolis. Info: agroebner@gmail.com. Bloomington Kennedy High School • 1981 – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Poor Richard’s Commonhouse, 8301 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington. Info: po4go2@gmail.com or xr.com/kennedy81. Bloomington Lincoln High School • 1976 – 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13, Minnesota Valley Country Club, 6300 Auto Club Road, Bloomington. Info: xr.com/lincoln76. Burnsville High School • 1957-1964 – 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Savage American Legion, 4850 W. 124th St. Info: 952-470-4452 (Lorraine Scott). Edina High School • 1986 – 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Edina Country Club, 5100 Wooddale Ave.

Info: edina-class-of-86.com. Frank B. Kellogg High School • All school (1965-1986) – 5 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, July 30, John Rose Oval, 2661 Civic Center Drive, Roseville. Info: xr.com/fbkreunion. Hopkins Eisenhower High School • 1981 – 6-10:30 p.m., Saturday, July 16, Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet. Hopkins Lindbergh High School • 1981 – Saturday, Aug. 6, Bayview Event Center, 687 Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior. Info: hopkinslindbergh30th.com. Lakeville High School • 1986 –5:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Legends Golf Course, 8670 Credit River Blvd., Prior Lake. Info: slkondes@yahoo.com. Minneapolis Edison High School • 1971 – 6:30 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Oct. 22, Columbia Park Manor, 3300 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis. Info: xr.com/edison71. Minneapolis North High School • 1951 – 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17, Edinburgh U.S.A., 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park. Info: jakbohn@embarqmail.com or 763-493-4333. • 1961 – Friday, Aug. 19, and Saturday,

Aug. 20, Doubletree Park Place Hotel, 1500 Park Place Blvd., St. Louis Park. Info: frisc007@tc.umn.edu. Minneapolis Roosevelt High School • 1966 – Saturday, Aug. 27, Knights of Columbus, 1114 American Blvd., Bloomington. Info: tomhalf@hotmail.com or gkattleman@comcast.net. Minneapolis West High School • 1971 – 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Aug. 13, Medina Country Club, 400 Evergreen Road, Medina Minnetonka High School • 1981 – 7 p.m., Saturday, July 30, Bayview Event Center, 687 Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior. Info: tcultivate13@aol.com (Tippy McInerny) or Facebook – Minnetonka Senior High School Class of 1981. Richfield High School • 1961 – Saturday, Sept. 10. Info: richfield1961.com. • 1981 – 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Aug. 13, Embassy Suites airport location. Info: xr.com/RHS81 or karilars@yahoo.com. • 1991 – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Richfield American Legion, 6501 Portland Ave S. Info: richfield1991.com. • 1996 – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, 3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina. Info: rich-

fieldhs1996@yahoo.com. Robbinsdale High School • 1966 – Friday, Aug. 19, and Saturday, Aug. 20. Info: robins66reunion.com or 763391-6653 (Jim Nachtsheim). Rosemount and Eagan High School • 1991 – 6 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, Crowne Plaza Hotel and Suites, 3 Appletree Square, Bloomington. Info: rhsehs1991@gmail.com. St. Louis Park High School • 1961 – Thursday, Aug. 25. Info: slp61.com. • 1969 (60th birthday party) – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Ave. S., St. Louis Park. Info: DTroup3781@aol.com (David Troup). • 1981 – 7 p.m., Saturday, July 30, Doubletree, 1500 Park Place Blvd., St. Louis Park. Info: 763-557-0177. Wayzata High School • 1986 – Saturday, July 30, Marriott Minneapolis West, St. Louis Park. Info: 763557-0177. • 1991 – Saturday, July 29, Wayzata Country Club, 200 Wayzata Blvd. W., Wayzata. Info: 763-557-0177. To add a reunion to this list, e-mail jhuizenga@acnpapers.com, fax 763-424-7388 or call 763-424-7364.

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NORD - PARISH Together with their parents, Briana Nord and Troy Parish are pleased to announce their upcoming marriage. Briana is a 2000 graduate of Eden Prairie High School and a 2004 graduate

of University of Wisconsin in Madison. She is currently employed by O’Neill, Athy & Casey as a health care lobbyist in Washington, D.C. She is a graduate student at The George Washington University working toward a master’s degree in Public Health. Troy is a 1999 graduate of Bel Air High School in Maryland and a 2003 graduate of the University of Maryland with a degree in Government and Politics. He is employed at Cooper & Secrest Associates as an analyst. He serves on the Advisory Council for Salvation Army, National Capital Area Command. Briana and Troy were introduced by mutual friends in 2006. Four years to the day of their first date, Troy proposed to Briana on the National Mall overlooking the Washington Monument lit up at night.The wedding will take place on September 16 at Colonial Church of Edina. The couple will reside in Washington, D.C.

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Ray and Laurie Dieter of Bloomington, MN announce the engagement of their daughter Brook to Kevin Kleiman, son of Don and Cindy Kleiman, also of Bloomington. Brook is a 2011 graduate of the University of Minnesota with a degree in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. Kevin graduated in 2010 with a Marketing degree from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. He currently works for Target Corporation. The couple is planning an August 2011 wedding and they will reside in Minneapolis.

Julie Johnson will wed Adam Sharron on August 20, 2011 in Monte Rio, CA. Julie, a reporter for The Press Democrat newspaper in Santa Rosa, CA, graduated from Edina High School (1998), Oberlin College, and the University of California at Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism. Adam, of Del Mar, New York, graduated from Carleton College, Northfield, and is a master’s student in Landscape Architecture at the University of Washington in Seattle. The bride’s parents are Elizabeth McGarry of Edina, and George Johnson of Pequot Lakes. The groom’s parents are Gale Sharron of Jersey City, NJ, and the late Loren William Sharron.

Doug and Kris Strawbridge of Edina are happy to announce the wedding of their daughter, Katie, to Mark Hall on May 7th, 2011. Katie and Mark were married at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Edina and the reception was held at Interlachen Country Club. Katie is a 2003 graduate of Edina High School and a 2007 graduate of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. She received her Master’s Degree with honors in Occupational Therapy from St. Catherine’s University in 2010 and is an occupational therapist at Hennepin County Medical Center and Fairview Southdale Hospital. Mark is a 2002 graduate of Windom High School and a 2006 graduate of Gustavus Adolphus College. He recently received his Master’s in Business Administration from Augsburg College. After a honeymoon to the Mayan Riviera, Mark and Katie are at home in Minnetonka with their wonderful Maine Coon cat, Orlando.

Edina High School Class of 1986 25 Year Class Reunion The Edina High School Class of 1986 will be holding its 25 Year Reunion at the Edina Country Club, located at 5100 Wooddale Avenue, on August 27th from 7pm to 1am.

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Do you have a question about what soil is better to grow a vegetable garden in verses a flowerbed, or are you curious about what type of wild mushrooms are growing in your yard? The Master Gardners are ready with the answers. “We are people who love to garden and love to go out and help others with their gardens,” Master Gardner and Richfield resident Gordon Hanson said. The Master Gardeners program is a national program with its Minnesota roots growing from the University of Minnesota. Coordinated by the University of Minnesota, each county in the state is equipped with an extension program. With over 2200 Master Gardeners in Minnesota, 300 of which count themselves as members of the Hennepin County chapter. The Hennepin County chapter meets once a month with a special speaker and presentation about any of the many gardening topics available. Also at the meeting, the Master Gardeners are given opportunities to sign up for many various volunteering adventures. “We are educators. We offer researchbased, University-supportive information,” Hanson said on why the Master Gardeners program is so special. According to Hanson, any of the information given by a Master Gardener has been proven with research to be effective and accurate. Armed with information, advice and talents, the Master Gardeners get out in the communities to benefit schools, community gardens, youth programs, environmental education programs, farmers markets and any other organization request-

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Gardeners FROM PREVIOUS PAGE questions from how does one control Creeping Charlie — also known as ground ivy — in their yard to what time of year is best to transplant a Bleeding Heart, a perennial flowering plant. Although very knowledgeable, a Master Gardener may not know everything. When presented with a question of which the answer may elude them, Master Gardeners are encouraged to be honest and will put the asker in the right direction for finding the answer, according to Hanson. Most Master Gardeners are not people with horticulture degrees and many do not make their living in the horticulture field, but they have passion and a love for gardening, said Hanson. Becoming a Master Gardener involves three steps. First, the process involves becoming accepted by the local county program. After requesting an application packet an application, test and interview, with a background check must be completed. “In Hennepin County, the test questions are all based on gardening articles given in the application packet,” Hanson said. “And in the interview you are asked what is

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your interest in gardening.” Next, the applicant must complete a Master Gardener Core Course through the University of Minnesota. The course is 48 class hours of horticulture training taught by extension educators and university faculty. “The course is a whirlwind of gardening topics. The instruction is really great because it is all the university professors and experts teaching you,” Hanson said. After the course, the candidate must complete an internship during their first year. The internship includes 50 hours of volunteer time to be completed within the first year of participation. “When your internship is completed, you are given active Master Gardener status,” Hanson said. But being a Master Gardener doesn’t end here. Maintaining the active status requires each member to volunteer no less than 25 hours and partake in at least 12 hours of continuing education each year. “It is a fun program to be a part of. It is very rewarding too,” Hanson said. “This is something you want to do out of love for the subject matter.” For more information, visit hennepinmastergardeners.org. To ask a Hennepin County Master Gardener a question, call the hotline at 612-596-2118, or visit extension.umn.edu/gardeninfo.

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NWA pioneers to recall early Oriental air travel The earliest trips to the Orient by Northwest Airlines will be revisited next week at the NWA History Centre in Bloomington. The history center’s “Coffee & Conversation” gathering will feature recollections of the early days of the airline’s flights to the Orient, which began in July 1947, and the layovers that accompanied them. The gathering is 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, at the history center, 8101 34th Ave. S., Bloomington. Admission is $5 and should be paid in advance. Tickets: 952-698-4478.

Bloomington church to host Sept. 11 race, walk St. Luke’s Lutheran Church of Bloomington is holding its second annual Rally Day run and walk in

September. The events are part of the Rally Day celebration to kick off the program year at the church. The 5K race through the Nine Mile Creek river valley and the one-mile walk begin 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at the church, 1701 W. Old Shakopee Road. Registration for the 5K race is $25 and the walk is $15. Online registration is at rallyday5K.com. Registrations by Aug. 31 include a Tshirt. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female runners. Info: 952-881-5801 (Tawny).

Edina Chorale holds auditions in August The Edina Chorale will hold auditions Monday, Aug. 15, and Wednesday, Aug. 17. Auditions are by appointment and take about 15 minutes. Edina Chorale members perform a wide repertoire – from Handel to Elton John – as well as have opportunities to participate on a professional leadership team. Rehearsals are Tuesday evenings September through May at Edina High School. Singers should demonstrate pitch and rhythmic accuracy, beautiful and flexible tone, previous choral experience, work ethic, commitment to an entire season and a willingness to contribute beyond singing. Applicants should prepare a resume and solo (hymns or folksongs appropriate), and be ready to sight-read and perform vocal exercises to demonstrate range and musicianship. An accompanist is provided. Those interested in joining the Chorale to sing only the classical concert in March should let the director know at the time of audition. Info: 952-888-6527 (Karen).

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College-prep checklist for Minnesota Colleges 9th and 10th grades • Take classes that prepare you for education after high school, especially in math, English, science and social studies. Plan carefully with your high school counselor. • Visit your school career center or counseling office to explore information about careers and various colleges and universities. By 11th grade • Call the admissions office and ask for a brochure. • Explore college and university Web sites. • Request more information from the colleges and universities that interest

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Twin FROM PAGE 3 After graduating from the University of Minnesota, the twins remained close and always celebrated their Oct. 5 birthdays together with cake and family dinners. Both twins married. Sally had no children; Meyer and her husband Steve had one daughter, Sharla. In 1989, Sally was diagnosed with leukemia. Sandy donated bone marrow for a transplant, but Sally developed infections from treatments and died after an eight-month battle with the disease. Besides her grief, Meyer had to confront a new identity. “There’s the whole issue of trying to figure out who I was, because ‘we’ becomes ‘me’ and that’s a really complicated thing to figure out,” she said. “I had no idea who I was supposed to be in this world.” Many twins are traumatized by the loss, said Nancy Segal, a psychology professor at California State University, Fullerton, who has researched twins for about 30 years. “It’s very devastating,” said Segal, a twin herself. “Birthdays become days of mourning. You become a constant reminder to everybody else that the twin is not there. People still call you the wrong name, there are all these reminders.”

Sandy Meyer of Chanhassen holds a photo of her sister Sally and a “memory bear” made from scraps of fabric from her sister’s skirt. Meyer lost her twin sister to leukemia in 1989. To cope with the loss, she joined the Twinless Twins Support Group International and helped to organize the group’s annual conference July 21-23 in Bloomington. (Photo by Roxi Rejali • Contributing Writer) Surviving twins sometimes adopt habits or behaviors of the lost twin, perhaps as a way to keep their memory alive, she said. Several trends predict an increase in the twinless twin phenomenon. Currently,

the twin birth rate for babies born in Western countries is 1 in 30, up from 1 in 60 in the 1970s, Segal said. Rates will probably rise as women delay childbearing and turn to reproductive technologies like in-vitro

fertilization, she said. Segal is a former twin researcher at the University of Minnesota, where she started a twinless twins support group. Meyer joined the group a few years after her sister’s death, and she remembers it as a turning point, allowing her to share feelings and memories with others who truly understood her grief. Memories have become a source of strength for Meyer. She treasures mementoes like Sally’s opal ring and a stuffed “comfort bear” made from scraps of purple, blue and green plaid fabric from one of Sally’s skirts. Encouraged to go back to school by Sally before her death, Meyer completed a bachelor’s degree at Metropolitan State University in Minneapolis and is now director of operations at Caryn International in Plymouth, a coaching center for models and actors. She also survived a breast cancer diagnosis 12 years ago. As time passes, Meyer has discovered that happy memories outnumber the sad ones. “I think the bigger thing than time is allowing yourself to open your heart to new things – new people, new loves, new adventures,“ she said. “Because if you don’t open your heart to new things to fill the emptiness, I don’t think all the time in the world is going to make a difference.” Info: twinlesstwins.org.

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FROM PAGE 1 Burnett was among the passengers who learned aboard the plane that terrorists were aiming hijacked planes at structures such as the World Trade Center. Burnett and other passengers were able to thwart their hijackers, forcing the plane to crash near Shanksville, Penn., killing all aboard. “They saw a need and they did something,” Caauwe said. The awards are intended to recognize people who “go

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in Burnett’s honor, is being recognized for his work in drug and alcohol rehabilitation and his involvement with the Richfield community service center named in his honor, Caauwe said. The Raise Award will be given to the Bloomington School District’s eighth grade citizenship program. The program was started by Burnett’s niece, a former Bloomington teacher, and faculty members at Oak Grove Middle School as a way to encourage eighthgraders to volunteer in the community. The program has been adopted by school districts across the country, Caauwe noted. The Hometown Heroes Celebration is intended to be an annual fundraising event to support the Bloomington Crime Prevention Associations annual grant program. Tickets for the dinner and program are $50 per person, $150 for tickets that include the pre-dinner reception. Tickets are 80 percent tax deductible. The BCPA also has corporate sponsorship opportunities available for the event. Hometown Heroes Celebration information is available at xr.com/heroes. The deadline to order tickets is Sept. 3. Burnett’s story, as chronicled in 2001, is available through the SunCurrent’s online archives at xr.com/tom1.

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Pool FROM PAGE 1 her league director, June Maiers of Chaska, to encourage April to try her hand at 9-ball, which meant playing on the larger 9-foot tables. With just a few weeks to practice before the BEF tournament in DeKalb, Ill., April’s participation was expected to be a learning experience more than anything else. “None of us were planning on her doing that well,” Maiers said. The tournament draws top competi-

Gerald “Jerry” Bujold Bujold, Gerald “Jerry,” age 87 of Bloomington on July 20, 2011. Preceded in death by parents, Gerald and Lorna; sister, Lorna Polson; and brother, Joseph. Survived by loving wife of 61 years and the love of his life, Julie; children, Barbara (Silvio) Martinez, Dan (Cathy), Janet (Craig) Lofstuen, Dave, Doug (Mary Jo); grandchildren, Sean Collins, Mario Martinez, Erin Martin, Julie Martinez, Dayna Bujold, Andrew Bujold, Mandi Bedbury and Matthew Bedbury; greatgrandchildren, Evan and Aaron Collins, and Patrick Martin; and brother, Chuck (Margaret) Bujold. Jerry was raised in Duluth, MN. He was trained as a pilot and served in the South Pacific during WWII. He worked for General Foods for 35 years, a true salesman at heart. His career started in Aberdeen, SD where he and Julie started their family. They moved to Bloomington in 1966. He retired from GF in 1984 and that’s when the fun really began. Jerry became a leader in the Born Again Jocks “BAJs”, President of the Bloomington Horse Shoe League and he started the Bocce Ball League in Bloomington. He shared his love of sports and games with his family. He was a great husband, a family man, community man and all around happy guy. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Wednesday, July 27, with visitation 1/2 hour prior to service at the Church of St. Bonaventure, 901 E. 90th St., Bloomington and also 6-8 PM Tuesday, July 26 at: Washburn-McReavy Werness Brothers Chapel 2300 W Old Shakopee Rd • 952-884-8145

After playing mostly 8-ball pool, April Larson of Bloomington has been practicing her techniques and honing her skills at the 9-ball game. Her coach for a recent national tournament said Larson is a good listener who has a good memory and has quickly adapted to changes in her shooting style. (Photo by Mike Hanks • Sun Newspapers) tors from around the country. In the girls 14-and-under division there was a small field of eight, but April finished second

only to Taylor Reynolds of Waterville, Maine. Reynolds has been a regular in the 14-and-under division, finishing as

the runner up consistently until breaking through this year, in her final year of 14-and-under eligibility, Larson explained. The double-elimination tournament pitted April against Taylor in her first match. She lost to the more experienced player 7-3, but worked her way through the loser’s bracket to earn a rematch against Taylor. For the final match April didn’t have to defeat Taylor twice, but she did have to win nine games to take the championship instead of seven. April held a 7-6 advantage, but Taylor rallied to claim her first title 9-7. April’s unexpected success followed not only her switch from 8-ball to 9-ball, but a change in her shot, intended to help her shoot straighter. Teaching a new technique to a child learning the strategies of a new game was asking April to adapt to a lot of change in a short time, Maiers said. “I was a little nervous about that,” she noted. Maiers worked with April in preparation for the tournament, but typically coaches children in a group setting at league gatherings, she explained. “She’s definitely a good listener and has a good memory,” Maiers said. April’s ability to adapt to the changes presented to her POOL: TO PAGE 29

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LEGAL NOTICES City of Bloomington NOTICE OF CITY OF BLOOMINGTON POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY The city of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission, or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs, and activities. The city has designated coordinators to facilitate compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as required by Section 35.107 of the U.S. Department of Justice regulations, and to coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as mandated by Section 8.53 of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations. For more information contact the Human Services Division, City of Bloomington, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431, telephone: 563-8700; TDD: 563-8740.

City of Bloomington (Official Publication) INVITATION FOR BIDS CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Engineer, 1700 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN 55431, up to the time of bid opening, for construction of the: 2011-501 28th Avenue Sanitary Sewer Project Which consists of: 1. Approximately 1400 tons of Class 5 aggregate base, 2. Approximately 800 tons of bituminous plant mixture, 3. Approximately 50 linear feet of concrete curb and gutter, 4. Approximately 600 square feet of 4” to 8” concrete walk or concrete pavement, 5. Approximately 150 linear feet of 12”15”storm sewer, 6. Approximately 750 linear feet of 8” 12” PVC sanitary sewer, and 7. Approximately 1 dewatering system (temporary). Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the South Conference Room at 1700 W 98th St at: 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 9, 2011.

City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Primary Election will be held in the City of Bloomington, Minnesota on Tuesday, August 9, 2011, for the purpose of voting for the following offices: Mayor Council Member at Large The precinct polling places will be open for voting on election day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: Precinct 1 Precinct 2 Precinct 3 Precinct 4 Precinct 5 Precinct 6 Precinct 7 Precinct 8 Precinct 9 Precinct 10 Precinct 11 Precinct 12 Precinct 13 Precinct 14 Precinct 15 Precinct 16 Precinct 17 Precinct 18 Precinct 19 Precinct 20 Precinct 21 Precinct 22 Precinct 23 Precinct 24 Precinct 25 Precinct 26 Precinct 27 Precinct 28 Precinct 29 Precinct 30 Precinct 31 Precinct 32

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Building Portland Avenue United Methodist Church Cedar Valley Church Unity South Church Southtown Baptist Church Bloomington Lutheran Church Indian Mounds Elementary School Riverside Reformed Church Nativity of Mary School St. Luke’s Lutheran Church Bloomington National Guard Armory Crosspoint Church Hubert Olson Elementary School Mt. Hope Lutheran Church Westwood Elementary School Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church Peace Lutheran Church The Church of St. Edward’s St. Stephen Lutheran Church Washburn Elementary School Sunrise Park Shelter Normandale Hills Elementary School Community of the Cross Lutheran Church Bloomington Lutheran School Bethany Missionary Church Southwood Center Bethany Missionary Gymnasium Bloomington Fire Station #6 Christ the King Lutheran Church Oak Grove Presbyterian Church St. Bonaventure Catholic Church-Social Hall Oxboro Evangelical Free Church

3815 American Boulevard East 8000 Portland Avenue South 8600 Bloomington Avenue 7950 - 1st Avenue South 2600 West 82nd Street 9350 Portland Avenue South 9801 - 11th Avenue South 10201 Nicollet Avenue South 9901 East Bloomington Freeway 1701 West Old Shakopee road 3300 West 98th Street 9801 France Avenue South 4501 West 102nd Street 3601 West Old Shakopee Road 3701 West 108th Street 9920 Normandale Boulevard South 8600 East Bush Lake Road 9401 Nesbitt Avenue South 8400 France Avenue South 8401 Xerxes Avenue South 9401 Bloomington Ferry Road 9501 Toledo Avenue South 10701 Bloomington Ferry Road 10600 Bloomington Ferry Road 6900 Auto Club Road 4901 West 112th Street 6900 Auto Club Road 8601 Lakeview Road 8600 Fremont Avenue South 2200 West Old Shakopee Road 901 East 90th Street 9431 Nicollet Avenue South

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Plans, Specifications, and Proposal forms are on file and are available from the office of the City Engineer, 1700 West 98th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431, upon non-refundable deposit of a $75. Project documents are also available at the City web site www.ci.bloomington.mn.us, Keyword “Construction Bidding” The complete set of digital bidding documents are available for downloading at no cost using the City e-gram site. Users will need to contact the City at (952) 563-4870 or engineering@ci.bloomington.mn.us for assistance in user account setup. No bids will be considered unless sealed, labeled as a bid for the project, and filed with the City Engineer of Bloomington and accompanied by Bid Security, in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders (to be forfeited as liquidated damages in the event the bid be accepted and the bidder shall fail to enter promptly into a written contract and furnish the required bonds). The Contractor is responsible for the delivery of the bid to the office of the City Engineer. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, to award the contract in whole or in part, and to award to the bidder the City determines is in the City’s best interest. The City of Bloomington hereby notifies all bidders that businesses owned and controlled by minorities or women will be afforded maximum feasible opportunity to submit bids and/or proposals and will not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, handicap, public assistance, marital or national origin. The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs and activities. Upon request, the City will attempt to accommodate special needs for this information. Shelly A. Pederson, City Engineer July 11, 2011 (July 14,21,28, 2011) D3-SewerProject

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(Official Publication) INVITATION FOR BIDS CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Engineer, 1700 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN 55431, up to the time of bid opening, for construction of the:

The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby notifies all bidders:

CITY OF BLOOMINGTON 2010-601 SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT SP 107-591-001 SRTS 2711 (204) Federal Aid Project Which consists of: 1. Approximately 850 cubic yards of common excavation, 2. Approximately 350 square yards of bituminous pavement removal, 3. Approximately 500 linear feet of concrete curb and gutter, 4. Approximately 22,000 square feet of 4” to 6” concrete walk or concrete pavement, Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the South Conference Room at 1700 W 98th St at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 9, 2011. Plans, Specifications, and Proposal forms are on file and are available from the office of the City Engineer, 1700 West 98th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431, upon non-refundable deposit of a $75. Project documents are also available at the City web site www.ci.bloomington.mn.us, Keyword “Construction Bidding” The complete set of digital bidding documents are available for downloading at no cost using the City e-gram site. Users will need to contact the City at (952) 563-4870 or engineering@ci.bloomington.mn.us for assistance in user account setup. Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations. READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL

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CITY ELECTION BALLOT CITY OF BLOOMINGTON PRIMARY ELECTION AUGUST 9, 2011 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS: To vote, completely fill in the oval(s) next to your choice(s) like this:

CITY OFFICES MAYOR VOTE FOR ONE

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in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal and Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance. If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate. The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors: “It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Statute, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.” “It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).”

GENE WINSTEAD HANS ANDERSON COUNCIL MEMBER AT LARGE VOTE FOR ONE MIKE LEHMANN TIM BUSSE SCOTT LECHTENBERG

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in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award;

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No bids will be considered unless sealed, labeled as a bid for the project, and filed with the City Engineer of Bloomington and accompanied by Bid Security, in ac-

cordance with the Instructions to Bidders (to be forfeited as liquidated damages in the event the bid be accepted and the bidder shall fail to enter promptly into a written contract and furnish the required bonds). The Contractor is responsible for the delivery of the bid to the office of the City Engineer. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, to award the contract in whole or in part, and to award to the bidder the City determines is in the City’s best interest. The City of Bloomington hereby notifies all bidders that businesses owned and controlled by minorities or women will be afforded maximum feasible opportunity to submit bids and/or proposals and will not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, handicap, public assistance, marital or national origin. The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs and activities. Upon request, the City will attempt to accommodate special needs for this information. Shelly A. Pederson, City Engineer June 20, 2011 (July 14,21,28, 2011) D3SafeRoutesProject

Probate Notice (Official Publication) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 27-PA-PR-11-790 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Delores B. Ditlevson, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated August 25, 1995, and separate writings under Minn. Stat. 524.2-513, dated August 25, 1995, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Kevin D. Ditlevson, whose address is 6821 West 83rd Street, Bloomington, MN 55438, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minn. Stat. 524.3607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator Legal Notices continued on next page

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LEGAL NOTICES within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: July 7, 2011 Julie Peterson Registrar Dated: July 7, 2011 Mark S. Thompson Court Administrator Attorney for Personal Representative Paul N. Heckt Paul N. Heckt Law Office 9001 E. Bloomington Freeway Suite 119 Bloomington, MN 55420 Attorney License No: 0043102 Telephone: (952) 888-9400 FAX: (952) 888-9494 (July 21 & 28, 2011) D3-DitlevsonProbate

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. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Minnesota Insurance Partners State the address of the principal place of business. 4400 W 78th Street Suite 110, Bloomington, MN 55435 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. Matthew Nelson, 4400 W 78th Street Suite 110, Bloomington, MN 55435 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: June 23, 2011 /s/ Matthew Nelson, Owner (July 21 & 28, 2011) D3-MinnesotaInsurancePartners

List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. Adlerian Psychological Services, LLC, 1120 80th St. East, #200, Bloomington, MN 55420; Kathleen L. Lowry, LLC, 1120 80th St. East, #200, Bloomington, MN 55420 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: June 29, 2011 /s/ Roger A. Ballou, PhD, LMFT, LPCC (July 21 & 28, 2011) D3-BloomingtonCounselingCenter

Public Notice (Official Publication) PUBLIC NOTICE OF NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR LEGAL SERVICES Pursuant to MSA 103B.227, Subdivision 5, Nine Mile Creek Watershed District hereby solicits proposals for a legal consultant for 2012 through 2013. Written proposals (six copies) setting forth the experience of the company/individual(s) who would be interested in providing legal services for the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District should be sent to: Nine Mile Creek Watershed District 7710 Computer Avenue, Suite 135 Edina, MN 55435 Attention: Kevin Bigalke, District Administrator Proposals shall be submitted on or before Friday, August 5, 2011. Please set forth in your written proposal company experience and the experience of the individual(s) who proposes to perform services for the District and the resumes of staff who would assist the individual in providing the contractual services. Rates of individuals should be provided. The Board will review said proposals and reserves to itself the right to take such action as it deems in the best interest of Nine Mile Creek Watershed District. For further information about the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, contact Kevin Bigalke, Administrator at (952) 835-2078 or visit: http://www.ninemilecreek.org/ (July 14,21,28, 2011) A4/D1/D2/D3/D4-LegalServices

Public Notice (Official Publication) PUBLIC NOTICE OF NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: ACCOUNTING SERVICES Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 103B.227, Subd. 5, the Nine Mile Creek

Watershed District is soliciting proposals for accounting services for 2012 through 2013. Written proposals (six copies) should include background and profile information on the firm, along with the specific information as to expertise in watershed district finances and budgets, hourly billing rates for 2012013, and names and qualifications of personnel. Proposals should be sent to: Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Attn: Kevin Bigalke, Administrator 7710 Computer Avenue, Suite 135 Edina, MN 55435 Proposals must be submitted by Friday, August 5, 2011. The Board of Managers will review proposals, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and otherwise take such action it deems in the best interest of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District. For further information about the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, contact Kevin Bigalke, Administrator at (952) 835-2078 or visit: http://www.ninemilecreek.org/

through 2013. Written proposals (six copies) should include background and profile information on the firm, along with the specific information as to expertise in watershed district matters, hourly billing rates for 2012-2013, and names and qualifications of personnel. Proposals should be sent to: Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Attn: Kevin Bigalke, Administrator 7710 Computer Avenue, Suite 135 Edina, MN 55435 Proposals must be submitted by Friday, August 5, 2011. The Board of Managers will review proposals, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and otherwise take such action it deems in the best interest of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District. For further information about the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, contact Kevin Bigalke, Administrator at (952) 835-2078 or visit: http://www.ninemilecreek.org/ (July 14,21,28, 2011) A4/D1/D2/D3/D4-EngineeringServices

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City of Bloomington Public Notice (Official Publication) PUBLIC NOTICE OF NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: ANNUAL AUDIT SERVICES Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 103B.227, Subd. 5, the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is soliciting proposals for annual services for 2012 through 2013. Written proposals (six copies) should include background and profile information on the firm, along with the specific information as to expertise in watershed district finances and budgets, hourly billing rates for 2012-2013, and names and qualifications of personnel. The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Board of Managers will work with the selected vendor to determine services on an annual basis. Proposals should be sent to: Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Attn: Kevin Bigalke, Administrator 7710 Computer Avenue, Suite 135 Edina, MN 55435 Proposals must be submitted by Friday, August 5, 2011. The Board of Managers will review proposals, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and otherwise take such action it deems in the best interest of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District. For further information about the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, contact Kevin Bigalke, Administrator at (952) 835-2078 or visit: http://www.ninemilecreek.org/ (July 14,21,28, 2011) A4/D1/D2/D3/D4-AuditServices

Public Notice (Official Publication) PUBLIC NOTICE OF NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: ENGINEERING SERVICES Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 103B.227, Subd. 5, the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is soliciting proposals for engineering services for 2012

(Official Publication) PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST In accordance with M.S. 206.83 and M.R. 8220.1550, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test of the voting system to count ballots for the Tuesday, August 9, 2011 City Primary Election will be conducted at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2011, at the Elections Warehouse, 9924 Logan Avenue South, Bloomington, MN. Thomas P. Ferber City Clerk

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City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING By City Council CASE FILE: 8672A-11 APPLICANT: Duke Realty LLC PROPERTY ADDRESS: 10801 Hampshire Avenue (Property) 10901 Hampshire Avenue (Building) PURPOSE: Interim use permit for short term retail sales DATE AND TIME OF HEARING: Monday, August 15, 2011 7:15 p.m. PLACE OF HEARING: City Council Chambers Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 West Old Shakopee Road HOW TO PARTICIPATE: 1. Submit a letter to the address below expressing your views; and/or 2. Attend the hearing and give testimony about the proposal; and/or 3. Email: planning@ci.bloomington.mn.us Please include case file number when corresponding FURTHER INFORMATION: Galen Doyle, Planner Planning Division Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 West Old Shakopee Road Bloomington, MN 55431-3027 (952) 563-8924 Email: gdoyle@ci.bloomington.mn.us (July 28, 2011) D3-DukeRealty

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(Official Publication) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON AGENCY PLAN, SECTION 8 AND PUBLIC HOUSING POLICIES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Bloomington (HRA) will at a regular meeting of the HRA to be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2010, at 5:30 p.m. in the Dakota Conference Room of the Municipal Building located at 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, conduct a public hearing to hear comments regarding the Agency Plan and updates to the Section 8 and Public Housing Policies. Anyone desiring to be heard during the public hearing will be afforded an opportunity to do so.

2011-801 Alpha Business Center Demolition 1-4 Which consists of: 1. Approximately 93,000 Square feet of building removal - including regulated waste, 2. Approximately 8 Sanitary and water service disconnections, 3. Approximately 16,500 Square yards of bituminous removal, 4. Approximately 3,500 Cubic yards of imported topsoil, 5. Approximately 32,274 Square yards of subgrade preparation, and 6. Approximately 7 Acres of seeding and mulching. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the South Conference Room at 1700 W 98th St at:

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ROTARY CLUB OF BLOOMINGTON DAYMAKERS When: 7:29 a.m. Where: Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington, 3900 American Blvd. W., Bloomington Info: daymakers.org

FARMERS MARKET When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road Info: xr.com/market

STYLE YOUR SOLE When: Noon to 5 p.m. Where: Sears Court, Mall of America, Bloomington Info: xr.com/style

FARMERS MARKET When: 2-6 p.m. Where: Church of the Assumption, 305 E. 77th St., Richfield Info: xr.com/farmers

CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC JAM When: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Where: Creekside Community Center, 9801 Penn Ave. S., Bloomington Info: 952-563-4944

Pool FROM PAGE 26 impressed many at the BEF tournament, according to Maiers. “She amazed

POND HOUSE TOURS When: 1:30-4 p.m. Where: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: xr.com/pond WHAT’S FOR DINNER? When: 3-4 p.m. Where: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: xr.com/sunday

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a lot of people while she was there.” April is competitive when she is playing a tournament, but her competitive spirit is overshadowed away from the felt, as she is very social and conversive with the young and old alike. Even during competition she is complimentary toward her opponent, something others

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2 STEVE CLARKE AND THE WORKING STIFFS When: 7 p.m. Where: Normandale Lake Bandshell, West 84th Street and Chalet Road, Bloomington Info: xr.com/bandshell ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS When: 8 p.m. Where: Mt. Hope Lutheran Church, 3601 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: 952-922-0880

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BNI NETWORKING GROUP When: 7-8:30 a.m. Where: Creekside Community Center, 9801 Penn Ave. S., Bloomington Info: 763-416-2608 (Doug)

CRIBBAGE When: 12:45 p.m. Where: Creekside Community Center, 9801 Penn Ave. S., Bloomington Info: 952-563-4944

DAKOTA WILD ANIMALS When: 2 p.m. Where: Oxboro Library, 8801 Portland Ave. S., Bloomington Info: 612-543-5775

BLOOMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA When: 7 p.m. Where: Normandale Lake Bandshell, West 84th Street and Chalet Road, Bloomington Info: xr.com/blues

have noted to Maiers repeatedly, she recalled. The Larsons plan to attend next year’s BEF tournament, which returns to the Northern Illinois University campus in Dekalb. “We’ll go no matter where it’s at,” April’s father said. “It did a lot for her and her game.”

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State Legion tourney Top high school-age players from around the state will gather in Eden Prairie for the 2011 American Legion State Baseball Tournament July 29 through Aug. 1. Round Lake Stadium will be tournament headquarters and host a majority of the double-elimination tournament’s games. However, three other fields will be used for state competition. Other tourney field sites are Braemar Park in Edina and Eden Prairie’s Miller Park and high school fields. Eden Prairie gained an automatic berth as state tourney host. EP won state and regional titles last summer before finishing second in the American Legion World Series. First-round state tournament games begin at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, July 29, at Round Lake, Miller and Braemar fields. Four games will be held at EPHS starting at 8:30 a.m. Tourney action continues all day Saturday and Sunday. Championship round games are 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday.

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Bloomington Glory Days infielder Kelly Kranz fields a high hopper during Firemen’s softball action July 17 at Valley View Park. Kranz and his Glory Days teammates placed first in the Men’s Tier III Division for the second consecutive year. Glory Days had a 6-0 tournament record. (Photo courtesy of www.mattvollumphotography.com)

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Kelley Wollak The Bloomington Jefferson High School volleyball player was named Most Valuable Player of the 17 Club Division at the AAU national tournament this summer. She competed for the first-place Northern Lights 172 team.

Zach Horn Horn was named the Bloomington Gold American Legion baseball team’s Most Valuable Player. Zorn was a standout catcher and one of the team’s leading hitters.

Kevin Woebke The Bloomington Blue American Legion baseball standout received his team’s Most Valuable Player award. Blue finished its season 7-9.

Tyler Krysiak Krysiak led the Bloomington Blue Legion baseball team with a .594 batting average.

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Championship regatta The Minnetonka Yacht Club of Deephaven will host the 2011 Inland Lake Yachting Association Championship Regatta, featuring some of the top national and international sailors. The 12-day ILYA event includes 1,000 sailors competing in 200 racing yachts at Lake Minnetonka. Daily sailing races are held daily in four classes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 12-21 in Lower Lake Minnetonka. World championship sailors such as Buddy Melges, Andy Burdick, Rob Evans, Tom Burton and Sam Rogers will compete in the event sponsored by 40 Minnesota and Midwest-based corportations. Evans from Orono and Burton from Deephaven have a winning history in the ILYA Championships. Each has been a gold medalist nine times. For more information on the event, visit www.minnetonkayachtclub.org. – COMPILED BY GREG KLEVEN

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR Metro-area high school fall sports athletes are already taking part in pre-season captains’ practices in anticipation of the official first day of drills Monday, Aug. 15.

Firemen’s tourney crowns six bracket champions Weather fails to dampen enthusiasm of 160 slowpitch softball squads BY GREG KLEVEN • SUN NEWSPAPERS Heavy rain plus high heat and humidity kept attendance down at the 53rd annual Firemen’s/Virg Ellrich Memorial Slowpitch Softball Tournament July 14-17 in Bloomington. The 2011 tournament was below its

usual total of 20,000 spectators, players and volunteers. But the sticky conditions didn’t reduce the enthusiasm of the 160 Class A through D teams competing in the double-elimination tourney at Valley View and Dred Scott fields. Tournament champions were crowned in six divisions. Local teams fared well in the tourney that attracted teams from Canada, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Iowa, Wyoming, North and SOFTBALL: TO PAGE 32

Hilden helped the Bloomington Glory Days men’s slowpitch softball team win the men’s Tier II Division for the second consecutive year at the Firemen’s/Virg Ellrich Memorial Tournament July 14-17 in Bloomington. The Jefferson graduate was named Most Valuable Player in the Tier II Division.

Jeff Barnes The Firemen’s softball tourney director has either played or managed in the annual Bloomington slowpitch event for the past four decades. Barnes directed the 160-team tournament July 14-17 at Valley View and Dred Scott fields.

Josh Gist The Bloomington Bandits town team pitcher has a 6-0 record and 2.80 ERA. Gist struck out 38 in 45 innings. Editor’s note: Send nominations for Stars of the Week honors to sports editor Greg Kleven at gkleven@acnpapers.com. Youth, high school, college and adult recreational sports athletes will be considered.

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Blue’s Woebke, Gold’s Horn are Legion MVPs

Putting best foot forward Brian Albert of the Bloomington Youth Soccer Club Blues Under-9 team clears a ball during USA Cup soccer action against the Plymouth Soccer Association 101 squad July 22 at the National Sports Center in Blaine. (Photo by John Sherman • Sun Newspapers)

SHORTS Free softball clinics Bloomington Fastpitch will conduct free softball clinics for Bloomington girls ages 7-17 on Aug. 2-4. These clinics are 11 a.m.-1 p.m. daily at Kelly Fields 3 and 4. Clinics will be for all ages and skill levels with an emphasis on hitting, fielding and baserunning. Players should bring water, glove, bat and tennis shoes or cleats. Clinics are free but donations will be accepted and given to the Bloomington Fastpitch Association scholarship fund. Information: 612-269-7653 (Jim Hanson).

Jefferson Golf Classic The 11th annual Jefferson Football Golf Classic is Friday, Aug. 5, at Dwan Golf Course in Bloomington. Golfers should report to the course by 12:30 p.m. for a shotgun start. Cost is $80 and includes golf, cart

and dinner at Embassy Suites, 2800 American Blvd. W., Bloomington. Download registration information from bitly.com/JeffFB-Golf.

Dance team fundraiser The Bloomington Kolleens dance team is holding a “Whopper and Wash” car wash fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23, and Friday, Aug. 5, at the Burger King restaurant at 98th Street and Nicollet Avenue in Bloomington. Tickets are $5 and include a car wash and hamburger from Burger King. Information: 952-854-5245 (Nancy Jost).

Middle school fall sports Bloomingon middle school fall sports eligibility packets are available at the main offices at Valley View, Oak Grove and Olson middle schools. Football registration and equip-

ment pickup will be issued from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, in the boys locker rooms. First practice is 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1. Volleyball, cross country and girls soccer sports participants will sign up during the first week of school (Sept. 6-9). Information: 952-681-6559.

Bloomington Blue concluded its American Legion baseball season with a 7-9 record and missed qualifying for the District 10 playoffs last weekend in Coon Rapids. Blue tied Bloomington Gold for ninth place in the South Hennepin League. Both teams were 2-7 in league play. Kevin Woebke was named Bloomington Blue’s Most Valuable Player. Zach Horn received Bloomington Gold’s MVP award. Tyler Peterson of Eden Prairie was the South Hennepin League’s Kent Hrbek Award winner. Ryan Poppitz of Wayzata was the Pierson Award recipient as the league’s top pitcher. Wayzata and Eden Prairie both finished 8-1 in the league, but Wazyata won the championship on a tiebreaker. Edina was third at 7-2. Bloomington Blue’s District 10 playoff bid was thwarted by three consecutive losses to end the regular season. Blue lost 10-4 and 4-2 to St. Louis Park and 19-0 to Eden Prairie. Blue defeated Maple Plain 11-1 in another late-season game. Tyler Krysiak finished as the team’s leading hitter with a .594 average. Nick Schubert batted .455. Blue’s RBI leaders were Krysiak, James Harsh and Nate Okonek with 11 each. Krysiak will play college baseball at St. Mary’s next season. Okonek is headed to Bethel University. Harsh and Schubert will be seniors at Jefferson High School. – COMPILED BY GREG KLEVEN

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The 16th annual Jefferson High School boys basketball golf tournament fundraiser is Sunday, Aug. 21, at Dwan Golf Course in Bloomington. Tee times begin at 11 a.m. for the four-person scramble. Cost is $75 and includes golf, cart, picnic dinner and awards. Proceeds benefit Jefferson’s boys basketball program. For more information or a registration form, contact Teresa Rosen at 952996-0501 or trosen@comcast.net.

Kennedy volleyball captains’ practices are Aug. 1-5 from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at Kennedy Activity Center. All incoming seventh- through 12thgrade girls are invited to participate. Information: 651-231-5673.

Jefferson girls tennis Jefferson girls tennis captains’ practices are 9-11 a.m. Aug. 8, 10 and 12 at Jefferson High School courts. These practices are open to players of all SHORTS: TO NEXT PAGE

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Softball FROM PAGE 30 South Dakota, Maryland, Nevada and Minnesota. Anytime Fitness of Minneapolis claimed the championship in the men’s Tier I division. Sonny’s from Casper, Wyo., was second and Bloomington’s BBS/Budweiser finished third. A Brooklyn Park team, Dehn Bros., won the men’s Tier II title and the Bryan Rock squad of Prior Lake placed second. Glory Days of Bloomington won the men’s Tier III championship and Eden Prairie’s Jack Daniels squad was runner-up. Glory Days player Tom Hilden, a Jefferson High graduate, was named Tier III Most Valuable Player. Another Brooklyn Park team, Free Agents, won the women’s Tier II championship, with Agassiz Underground from North Dakota placing second. Bloomington’s Lady Macs won the women’s Tier III title. Two metro-area squads placed high in the Co-Rec division. T.C. Turmoil

placed first and Tool Academy was second. In Thursday’s all-star games, the Bloomington Police blanked Bloomington Firefighters 5-0. In the second game, the Under-30 all-stars defeated the Over-30 team. Firemen’s tourney participants and 350 volunteers battled the elements for four days. “Our crowds were down because of the heat and humidity,” said Firemen’s tourney director Jeff Barnes. “But we made sure players and volunteers had plenty of water available. We had one player sent to the hospital with heat exhaustion, but he returned to play for his team later that day. “We had many compliments from the players regarding how good the fields were considering the heavy rain we had Thursday and Friday. Hats off to the Bloomington Park and Rec Department for its field maintenance efforts.” Thursday’s scheduled home-run derby was cancelled because of wet fields. But the Park and Rec Department got Valley View’s main field ready for the two all-star games.

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Shorts FROM PREVIOUS PAGE skill levels. Official high school team tryouts are 9-11 a.m. and noon-2 p.m. Aug. 1519 at Jefferson.

Kennedy CC practices Kennedy boys and girls cross country registrations are being accepted. Registration materials are available from the Kennedy athletic office and should be turned in prior to the first practice. Kennedy head coach Josh Coval will direct practices from 8 to 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15, through Thursday, Aug. 25. Kennedy’s first meet is Friday, Sept. 2, at Rosemount.

Kennedy swim drills Kennedy girls swimming captains’ practices begin Tuesday, Aug. 9. Eagle swimmers should meet at the school’s

front entrance at 3 p.m. and then go as a group to Kelly Park until 5. There will be a joint picnic with the boys swimming team at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Moir Park. More information is available at www.jfkswimanddive.com.

3-on-3 BB tourney The Bloomington Athletic Association (BAA) will sponsor a 3on-3 basketball tournament from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17. Site is still to be determined. This tournament is for boys in the following grade levels: 7-8, 9-10 and 1112. Girls grade levels are 6-9 and 10-12. Teams consist of three to six players. Player fee is $5. Team shirts will be provided. Information: baaonline.org. Editor’s note: Please e-mail all Bloomington sports shorts releases to gkleven@acnpapers.com or fax to sports editor Greg Kleven at 763-4247388. Deadline for releases is noon on Thursday for publication in next week’s Sun-Current.

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"MAKING A SPLASH!" Lukas Panvica of Bloomington United U12 Boys team Blue Dragons battles against a Chicago team on a rain-soaked field at the Schwan's USA Cup in Blaine. BYSC is accepting registrations for the South Metro High School Prep Camp (SMHSPC), running August 1-5, and Fall Kickers recreational soccer programs for preKindergarten through sixth graders. Register at www.bysc.org, or call 952-926-2844. Congratulations to the Cub Calypso for winning the Championship game in the 2011 BAA Volleyball Tournament. Great job girls! Pictured front row (l to r): Aliah Eddihi, Nora Huberty, Emma Stevens, Bethany Davidwitz. Back row (l to r): Coach Melinda Eddihi, Erin Powers, Elsie Hanken, Elizabeth Walker, Coach Jeff Walker, Logan Mahoney, Coach Mary Powers.

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CAPSTONE BROS.The The Origina

Origina The CONTRACTING, INC Origina

The • Roofing • Siding •INC Windows Origina CONTRACTING,

952-882-8888

Call today for your FREE Inspection!

Family Owned & Operated

www.capstonebros.com Lic. #20609967

Since 1949 The Origina

• •

We Specialize In:

• LICENSED Driveways • Buckling Walls (MN • Garage Slabs • Foundation Repair • Walks • Aprons • Retaining Walls • Steps • Patios • Drain Tile LICENSED

(MN# 20215366) •

BONDED • INSURED

Family Owned 612-824-2769 952-929-3224 Family Owned & Operated

Free Estimates

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2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

Tuckpointing/Brick Rpr Free Est. Insured Tim Arlt....952-937-6961

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

952-473-5291 or 920-2395 Cell 612-207-6704

*Architectural Concrete Work

* Driveways * Patios * Sidewalks * Steps *Aprons * Pool Decks * Floating Slabs * * Floors *

Call 651-246-7662

2110

Chimney & FP Cleaning

SWEEP • INSP. • REPAIR Full Time • Professional Ser. Certified/ Registered / Insured 29 Yrs Exp. Mike 952-933-8005

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

952-473-5291 or 920-2395 Cell 612-207-6704

londonairechimney service.com Decks

2130

ALL-WAYS DECKS Decks, Porches - Free Est. SUMMER IS HERE! Enjoy the outdoors! allwaysdecksinc.com Jeff 651-636-6051 Mike 763786-5475 Lic # 20003805 Decks 3 & 4 Season Porches

Affordable Concrete & Chimney Work Free Est. & Insured: www.campbellconcrete.net Joe 612-245-4439 (Hopkins)

ANY CONCRETE Decorative/Stamped/Driv es/Steps/Walks & Addnts Bormann Construction 612-310-3283 Block/Bsmnts/Additions/ Floors/Walks/Drives/Patios /Camp fire pit's/ Expose colored or stamped Mn lic #0004327 30 yrs exp Call Fritz @ F & B Const

952-445-6604 CONCRETE & MASONARY

Steps, Walks, Drives, Patios Chimney Repair. No job to Sm. Lic/Bond/Ins

Pool/Hot Tub Surrounds

Jon Dimich Deck Creations

612-418-3677 Lic 20490464

www.jddeckcreations.com DECKS/PORCHES TWO TEACHER CONST. *Professionals Who Design* And Build Quality 19+ years (BBB) Visit us for photos@ Twoteacherconstruction.com Lic # 20073200 952-472-5670

A.L.J. 612-986-3476

Doors Windows Egress New Installs Free Ests. 20+ Years Lic #20631172 Locally owned & operated! www.egresswindowguy.com 763-544-2775 Mark Johnson Lic.(20396184) Bond/Ins'd

John 952-882-0775 Lowell Russell Concrete From the Unique to the Ordinary Specializing in drives, patios & imprinted colored & stained concrete. Int acid stained floors & counter tops. www.staincrete.com 952-461-3710 info@staincrete.com

Doors & Windows

2140

2150

Draperies & Window Trmnts

Custom Drapes, Blinds, Upholstery, Bedspreads, 35 yrs. Lake's 952-447-4655

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

3 Generations of Concrete Expertise • Garage Slabs • Epoxy Floors • Driveways • Walks • Blockwork LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED • LIC # L303-50172 • Footings • Steps INSTALLATION & REPAIR • Patios SERVING ENTIRE METRO • Overlays

• Wall Repairs • Pavers • Stamped • Colored • Exposed • Decorative • Corefills • Aprons

952-854-0630 • 612-824-8135 www.gjgardnercrete.com

17+ Years Exp L.L.C.

Zick’s Concrete Solutions, I know your Todd Zick (41yr Blmgtn Resident)

952-465-2227

problems... We’re neighbors!

Specializing In Residential Concrete #1 in Well Pit Steps Patios • Sidewalks • Driveways Exposed Aggregate • Bobcat Work Free Estimates • References • Fully Ins. • Bonded BLOOMINGTON READER’S CHOICE AWARD WINNER!

2170

Drywall

Excel Drywall, LLC For All Your Drywall Needs. Free Est. No Job Too Small 30 yrs exp. Ins. 612-382-8980

Alliance Drywall 30 yrs exp. Ins. Edina. Check my lower prices. Rock, text., tape & skim-coat. Free est.

Dan 651-235-7997 PINNACLE DRYWALL *Hang *Tape *Texture*Sand Quality Guar. Ins. 612-644-1879

2180

Electric Repairs

612-501-1093

WHY PAY MORE? Call Signature Electric Service Upgrades, Misc Wiring, Remodeling & More! Owner/Oper Lic/Bonded/Ins 763-537-4731 Schoo Electric Small Jobs – Service Changes Prompt Service & Free Ests. Licensed – Bonded – Insured

JNH Electric 612-743-7922

Bonded Insured Free Ests Resid, Comm & Service. Old/New Const, Remodels Serv Upgrades. Lic#CA06197 Lew Electric: Resid & Comm. Service, Service Upgrades, Remodels. Old or New Constr. Free Ests. Bonded/Insured Lic#CA05011 612-801-5364

TEAM ELECTRIC

www.teamelectricmn.com Lic/ins/bonded Res/Com All Jobs...All Sizes Free Est 952-758-7585 10% Off w/ad

2210

Fencing

Built-Rite Fence Company Chain Link, Color Vinyl, All Styles of Wood, Iron 30+ Yrs of Proven Reliability Call For Free Est 952-934-4899 D.W. FENCE Chainlink, wood, vinyl.- Over 40 yrs exp. Free Est. Ed 763-786-4691 TROYS DECKS & FENCE St Lic # 20581059 Free Est. 651-210-1387

2230

Flooring & Tile

#1 in Hardwood Refinishing

SANDMAN IS BEST! sandmanjohansson.com low$$

A+ Angie's List 952-474-4355

20+ Years In Tiling Free Estimates/Low Prices Excellent References

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

2230

Flooring & Tile

Escobar Hardwood Floors & Ceramic Tile Work, llc

2290

We offer professional services for your wood floors! Installs/Repair Sand/Refinish Free Ests Ins'd Mbr: BBB Professional w/10 yrs exp.

952-292-2349

SANDING – REFINISHING Roy's Sanding Service Since 1951 CALL 952-888-9070

2250

REPAIRS DONE IN HOME 35 Yrs Exp. Wood, Upholstery& Recliner. 10Yr guar. on re-gluing Free Est. Pick up & Delivery Jay 952-935-3349

2260

Garage Door

GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS Repair /Replace /Reasonable Lifetime Warranty on All Spring Changes www.expertdoor.com

651-457-7776 Gutters

763-546-PANE (7263)

GUTTER-WINDOW

Cleaning Since 1990 Cover's & Screening Jim@JimPane.com 952-220-8820

GUTTER Cleaning/Screening Ins/25 yrs Sen. Discount A.L.J. 20+ yrs 612-986-3476 Gutters Cleaning Siding Leaf Covers New Install Roofing Doors Windows Lic #20631172 Free Est. Locally Owned & Operated

CLEANING & REPAIRS Serving Area for 26 Years Jim 952-933-8005

952-994-4303 George Elite Repair & Tile

**First

Impressions **

Free Estimates. 40 Yrs Exp. Call Art 612-695-1348

2265

Garage Builders

#1 All Area Handyman Lg/Sm - We do it all! Reas, Sr disc. 612-532-1162 0 Stress! 110% Satisfaction!

Schultz'e Contracting Inc

Lower Level Remodels Wall/Ceiling Repair/Texture Tile, Carpentry, Carpet, Paint. MDH Lead Supervisor

“You Point & It Disappears” A Moving & Hauling Service www.firstimpressionshd.com

612-598-2276

LetUs Be Your Handyman! Home Repair: Interior & Exterior Fences, decks, gutters, ceiling/drywall, paint. Leaks & squeaks and much, much more!

Dale 952-941-8896 office 612-554-2112 cell

You name it we can do it!

schultzecontracting.com

Multi-Year Service Award Winner

“Soon To Be Your Favorite Contractor!”

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

612-455-1217 www.LetUsService.com

952-451-3792

R.A.M. CONSTRUCTION Any & All Home Repairs

Concrete Dumpster Service Carpentry Baths & Tile Fencing Windows Gutters Water/Fire Damage Doors Lic•Bond•Ins Visa Accepted 25+ Years Handyman Work REMODELING & REPAIRS Basement Finish Work Free Estimates

Call Don @ 952-890-4792 A-1 Work Ray's Handyman

No job too small!!

Quality Work @ Competitive Prices! Free Estimates.

AP HANDYMAN, LLC Repair/ Remodel/ Build Insured. License #20626270

2280

Ceramic & Marble

Handyperson

Ray 612-281-7077

2270

Handyperson

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

Total Sanitation Service 612-861-2575

#BC20538329

Furniture Repair

2290

HAULING Concrete-Brush-Const Debris 2-40yd containers for cleanups

Call 952-451-1037

Desperately Need Work!

Hauling

Above All Hardwood Floors Installation•Sanding•Finishing “We Now Install Carpet, Tile & Vinyl.” Call 952-440-WOOD (9663)

Hauling

Regrout, Tile, Painting, Etc. We Do it All • Lowest Rates

2280

Randy 612-309-5396

2310

*10% off 1 st Cleaning* BEST CLEANING WE CLEAN YOU GLEAM Prof House & Office Cleaner High Quality, Comm/Res Ref/Ins/Bond. Call Lola 612-644-8432 or 763-416-4611 www.bestcleaningservices.com HOME SPARKLERS Reliable Fussy Reasonable 20+ yrs, Ref/Ins 612-869-3661

THE CLEAN TEAM Making homes shine since 1994. Honest, Reliable, Detailed. Rena: 763-545-8035

HANDYMAN Carpentry, Remodeling, Repair & Painting Services. I'd love to do it all! 612-220-1565

2320

swisstoneconstruction services.com

Steve 612-532-3978 Ins'd JMR Home Services LLC Home Remodeling & Repair. No job too small. Lic# 20636754

Call Joe @ 952-886-3888

This space could be yours.

952-392-6888

2350

Landscaping

Call Scott 952-890-9461

2265

Garage Builders

Great Time for a New Garage! Call Today for your FREE ESTIMATE St. Paul 651.645.0331 Minneapolis 612.379.0949

Visit our showroom at: 654 Transfer Rd. 16B, St. Paul www.SusselBuilders.com

or Are You Looking For Some Fresh Ideas? Experienced in Design, Installation, Maintenance, Pavers, Walls, Drain Tile, Bobcat Serv. MNLA Certified Professional.

Van Buren Landscape Call 952-292-7453

763-477-2612 ( 30 YRS) www.lewisinsulation.com Old Home Specialists –Walls/ Attics/Venting/Spray Foam

2350

Landscaping

30+Yrs Exp in Landscaping Designing & Planting Retaining Walls Concrete: Drives & Patios Paver Patios & Drives Drainage Solutions Irrigation Lighting

Landscape 2000 Inc.

Free Ests/Ins 952-446-9707

Landscaping

RETAINING WALLS Water Features & Pavers.

30+ Yrs Exp /Owner Operator

763-420-3036 952-240-5533 Offering Complete Landscape Services

alandsapecreations.com

Anella Landscaping

Specializing in Design & Construction of: Retaining Walls, Paver Patios, Sidewalks & Drives. Call John 651-249-6766 #1 in Customer Service & Professional Design

E-Z Landscape

COMPLETE LANDSCAPING: • Interlocking Pavers • Retaining Walls • Sprinkler Systems

Retaining/Boulder Walls, Paver Patios, Bobcat Work, Sod, Mulch & Rock. Decks & Fences

15+ years exp. Free Ests/Lic’d/Ins’d

763-441-7575

Call 952-334-9840

www.fernbrooklandscape.com

LOWEST PRICES, BEST QUALITY

HARDSCAPES Retaining walls, Fire pits, Paved patios, Water features, Paved walkways & driveways

FREE ESTIMATES We will beat any written estimate by 10-20%

SOFTSCAPES

612-272-3619 612-387-4849

www.adcreativelandscaping.com

Mulch, Rock, Edging, Sod, Plantings & Irrigation Services

612-919-1938 952-926-8232

Terry Ingram

Lawn and Landscape Enforcement Services

Energy Focus Insulation Attic, Walls, Vents, Ice Dam Control. 35 yrs Exp/Insured Henry 952-884-0307

Landscaping Weekly/Bi-weekly mowing Spring and Fall Cleanups Retaining Walls * Paver Patios Shrub trimming * Bobcat services Snow plowing

Free Estimates visit us online at: www.lawn-n-order.com

Jim Cooper, Jr. Landscaping Inc.

Quality Work Since 1983 Member: MNLA,

• Licensed/Insured • FREE Est.

YOUR HOMETOWN LANDSCAPER • Patios, Walks, Retaining Walls • Shrubbery Removal & Replacement • Shrubs, Trees, Perennials Planted • Deco. Rock, Edging, Brush/Buckthorn Clearing • Mulch Installation (Many Varieties) • Complete Landscape Renovation & Design Visit our website:

www.JimCooperJrLandscaping.com Reach More Readers Place your classified ad with us and automatically get an ad on our Web Site!

6-30 Yard Dumpsters Bobcat Work & Black Dirt.

2350

A Change For Your Landscape

Insulation & Weatherproofing

HOME REPAIR Tile, Glass Block, Masonry/ Concrete, Misc. Home Remedy. 30yrs. Exp “No Job Too Small”

Landscaping

Lawn & Landscape Officer

Craftsman Inspired Design

Custom Cabs-Water Damage Drywall-Painting-Complete 952-607-7413 Tile Service.

Housecleaning

2350

LOW PRICES • Pulverized Dirt - $12.50 yd • Black Dirt - $11.00 yd • Decorative Rock Since 1986 • Colored Mulch - $26.50 yd • Mulches 6 miles S. of • Boulders Shakopee on 169 • Retaining Wall Block Mon-Fri 7:30am - 5:00pm • Pavers (starting @ $2.10/sq ft) Sat - Call for Hours • Edging • Poly • Fabrics

952-492-2783 - We Deliver www.hermanslandscape.com

612.869.2454

LANDSCAPE RENOVATION WE DESIGN, INSTALL & RESTORE:

• Retaining Walls • Natural Stone Work Edging • Bobcat

• Shrubs • Mulching • Removal

Free Estimates

www.groundscareinc.com

952-924-2441 LICENSED • INSURED • MNLA

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In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

2360

Lawn & Garden

2380

Moving, Storage & Shipping

A Local Mover

Robinson Moving Household & Office Movers Reasonable Rates ICC 52334 35Yrs Exp Sr. Disc Call 763-566-8955

2420

Painting

Ext/Int Painting Reasonable Rates FREE Est. EARL 952-944-7983

*A1 CEILING & WALLS*

100% Satisfaction Guar!

Garden Design & Maintenance Services

Garden Design & Remodel Plant Installations Containers & Window Boxes Expertise. Creative Designs. Beautiful Results.

Van Buren Landscape 952-292-2026

Beautiful Gardens Would You Like To Have More Beauty In Your Yard? We Will Restore or Expand Your Existing Gardens. Experienced Gardeners Call Linda 612-598-3949

Resid & Comm Free Ests Lawn Clean-Ups & Weekly Mowing. Call 952-807-1612

Advertise your sale in Sun•Classifieds

952-392-6888

Int./Ext Painting/Staining & texturing. Free Est. 952-474-6258 Ins/Bond Major Credit Cards Accepted 3 Interior Rooms/$250 Wallpaper Removal. Drywall Repair. Cabinet Enameling and Staining. 25 yrs exp. Steve 763-545-0506

Curb Appeal! Sidewalks & Driveways. Will Edge It. Good Rates. 952-288-5304

Having a Garage Sale?

*A and K PAINTING*

Painting & Drywall Ceiling & Wall Textures Wall Paper Removal INTERIOR EXTERIOR

A Family Operated Bus.

CONTROLLING YOU? 1 ON 1 Hypnosis Works Free Consultation. 612-868-8177

Bell Professional Painting 20 yrs serving SW Ext Ptg Best Prices 952-949-0444

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

Re-roofs Tear-offs BBB Free Est. MC/Visa No Subcontractors Used. Lic/Ins. 952-891-8586

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

2510

Danielsonhomeservices.com

Paint Drywall Lic 20444019 Ron 612-720-6525

612-802-8100

Shingles /Cedar Shake Reas rates-. 20+ yrs exp. Lic/Ins

RAINBOW ROOFING

BLOMQUIST EXT SidingRoofs-Soffit-Fascia-Gutters-

Lic#20172580 763-754-2501 www.blomquistexteriors.com

FREE ESTIMATE S CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING

Paperhanging

Lic # 20431519BC

952-934-7600

35yrs Exp. 952-377-4612

Since 1978

2360

Lawn & Garden

Residential & Commercial

CONCRETE: Driveway, Walks, Steps, Patios

2420

Painting

ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE • Hardiplank® Siding • QUICK RESPONSE TIME • HAIL DAMAGE 763-550-0043 • FREE INSPECTIONS 952-476-7601 • STATE LIC# 6793 • ESTABLISHED IN 1984 651-221-2600 www.GatesGeneralContractors.com

*A One Man Company* Toilets, Faucets, Sm jobs Steve 612-940-5920 Lic#4040 A RENEW PLUMBING •Drain Cleaning •Repairs •Remodeling •Lic# 004914PM Bond/Ins 952-884-9495

An Honest Plumber

Ins/Bond Lic. #57327-MR Dan 952-465-2926

Interior/Exterior Painting by the Pros Bonded & Insured Free Est. • Senior Discounts

2490

20 years exp. Degreed Shop Teacher Exterior/Interior Painting Powerwashing • Decks • Fences Window Glazing & Repairs 2 Year Labor / 10 Year Paint Warranty

612.839.2239 • 612.866.0949 WWW.RIGHTWAYMN.COM

Window Cleaning 612-529-4444

3060

We Take Care of Insurance Claims Offering the Best Extended Manufacturers Warranty

2530

15% Spring Discount

Sealcoating

Tree Trimming & Removal

Premier Tree Service

612-396-9345 15% Summer Discount

Forget The Rest Call The Best!!

www.vincestree.com Full Tree & Landscape Services.

3000

Merchandise

3030

Powerwashing

2600

Stump Removal

Call Jeff for STUMP REMOVAL Narrow Access or Backyards. Insured Jeff 612-578-5299

NOVAK STUMP REMOVAL Free Est Lic/Ins 952-888-5123

BOB’s

2620

Tree Service

LUMBER: Approx. 8,000 bd. ft., misc. dimensions, 8', 10', 12' lengths. Call for details & price 763-561-2494

3090

612-275-2574

Glenhaven Garden of Nativity. Lot 93B spaces 1&2 companion marker and 2 vaults. $5K 763-537-8296

AJ's Tree Service LLC Trimming & Removal Free Estimates & Insured A Good Job!!

15 yrs exp.

Thomas Tree Service

Immaculate Clean-up! Tree Removal/Trimming Lot Clearing & Stump Removal Free Estimates 952-440-6104

Best Rates In Town Tree Trimming & Removal Buckthorn & Storm Cleanup Lifelong Edina Resident Free Ests 612-790-0693

Parkway Tree Service Quality Work At Affordable Prices! Trimming/Removal & Stump Removal. Lic/Ins. Free Ests Leo 612-210-0381/952-933-1458 TREE REMOVAL/TRIMMING Shrub Pruning Free Ests Lic'd / Ins'd / 20 Yrs Exp. 952-922-7543 / 763-535-7512

Senior Discounts

763-225-6200

www.sparklewashcmn.com

Cemetery Lots

Bloomington Cemetery 2 plots. $995/BO each. Call 651-762-3727

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!

Building Supplies

Serving The Entire Metro Area. 763-954-1063 BBB Accredited Business

Parking Lots & Driveways All Commercial Work Guar. Patching & Sealcoating.

ACCREDITED BUSINESS

Appliances

STOVE White Glass Top $285. Call 763-424-2636

Lovely Glen Haven – 2 plots, must sell, $1600 ea 952-926-4381 Pleasant View Memorial Gardens, Burns. 4 lots. Call for details 952-888-4941

3130

Free Estimates on

Right Way Painting

Powerwashing

952-467-2447

15% Summer Discount

952-220-5692/952-492-2866

2490

BLUE SKIES Window Cleaning 14 Yrs Exp Free Est. Insured

Fully Licensed & Insured “We take pride in our work”

BBB

Performance Paving & Sealcoating.

Call For Free Estimate www.WesternConstructionInc.com

Window Cleaning

Refrigerator S/Side white H20 $390 Exc cond ELEC

Limited Offer

Powerwashing, Decks, Staining, & Repairs 612-839-2239

2660

Tree Trimming & Removal. Lot Clearing. Full Yard Landscaping. Fully Insured. Call 612-390-0293 Dynamic Tree & Landscaping

Triple Glass for the Price of Double Glass

www.rooftodeck.com Code #78

Affordable Custom Uphols Upholstery – Slipcovers Visa/MC Jan 612-824-7376

TOP QUALITY ROOFING FOR LESS $$$$ Two Teacher Construction Re-Roofing - Tearoffs. Large crew done in a day! Immaculate clean-ups Ins Lic # 20073200 Ref's

Guaranteed Results.

(651) 644-6900 (952) 920-8888

Upholstery & Slipcovers

612-203-4309

Professional and Prompt

DECK CLEANING & STAINING

BIG TREES & STUMPS CHEAP!!

2630

952-201-4817

Summer Specials - All Jobs!

Powerwashing

Lic. #20626700

Right Way PAINTING

Regal Enterprises Inc Roofing, Siding, Windows Gutters. Insurance Work. Since 1980. Lic. 20515711

Lic #20156835 • Insured

Credit Cards Accepted

612-825-7316/952-934-4128 www.afreshlookinc.com

NEW HORIZONS TREE & LANDSCAPING

Fast Turnaround SERVING THE Reduce Energy Bills ENTIRE METO AREA Free Estimates MN LICENSE Bank Financing #20316811 Available BONDED • INSURED

2490

$0 For Estimate Timberline Tree & Landscape. Summer Discount - 25% Off Tree Trimming, Tree Removal, Stump Grinding 612-644-8035 Remove Large Trees & Stumps CHEAP

Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs 30 Yrs Exp Insured - Lic#20126880 John Haley #1 Roofer, LLC. Call 952-925-6156

612-210-5267 952-443-9957

Family Owned & Operated Since 1949

#1 All Area Tree/Shrub Lg/Sm - Cut/trim/remvl Ins'd. Sr disc. 612-532-1162

Will Beat Anybody's Price!

Tear-offs & New Construction Siding & Gutters Over 17 yrs exp. Free est. Rodney Oldenburg

WINDOWS/SIDING

SAVE MONEY - Competent master plumber needs work. Lic#M3869 Jason 952-891-2490

Tree Service

2620

Quality Work @ Reas. Rates . Siding & Windows LIFE TIME GUAR. Ins/ Lic. BBB

Why Wait Roofing LLC

763-792-2999 Geno's Sewer & Drain

651-699-3504

A Fresh Look, Inc.

RC EXTERIORS

Plumbing

Special $89/with ad!

Paint, Plaster, papering

30yrs quality work, Ref's

Seasonal Rates. Reliable

roosterpainting.com

Est. Int/Ext 952-484-4867

Constructive Solutions, LLC. Hail Damage Repair, Roofs Siding, Windows & Decks. Lic#20637738 – Insured Mc/Visa Sr. Discounts 612-810-2059 Mbr:BBB

952-472-5670

qiar

2470

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

Regalenterprisesinc.net

Roofing • Siding • Windows

Work Guar/Refs/Ins/Free Ests

2510

612-724-2672 Local Owner/Installer. High

DAVE'S Painting Int/Ext 3 Rooms $175. Paper rem Enamel Refs avail. 952-201-1577

2430

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

2510

CIGARETTES

A German Craftsman

Retaining Walls, Pavers, Shrubs, Mulch. Painting

Allen's Perfect Painting Ceiling & Drywall Repair BBB Member. Call anytime. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 612-388-2884

Professional Service Directory

H20 Damage – Plaster Repair

Call Now For Weekly Mowing Landscaping • Fertilization

2420

2500

Quality Residential

FREE Estimates

952.278.0126

Painting

PRO PAPER HANGING Removal, Paint/Plaster

A Lawn Service – Clean-Ups, Gardens, Hauling. Cheap Rates. Call Bryan 763-276-0368

Field of Green Lawncare

Expert Texturing-Ptg -Water Damage Reas. Prices-Senior Disc. *Free Est. 612-927-5532*

2420

Great Service Affordable Prices

Estate Sales

PLYMOUTH 1725 Olive Lane North Fri., July 29 (8:30-5:30) Sat., July 30 (8:30-4:30) #'s Friday at 8am

Vintage furniture, vintage Tonka Toys and tools.

www.willmatthill.com

3160

Furnishings

Bookcase: beautiful, off white, $40/BO. Cabinet: vintg., light brwn, $40/BO. 1948 Singer Sewing Mach. $50/BO 952-983-0345 Dinette Table and 4 chrs, beige $40. Call 952-831-9708 Executive SteelCase Desk unit with file cabinet. Like new! Plymouth 715-571-1920 Sleep Number bed for sale, series 9000. Electric adjustable frame with pillow top. Head board with mirror, and side piers with drawers included. Works great $1,800. Call 612-237-1415 Sleeper/Sofa: Full size, tan, micro-suede. Perfect cond! $350. 952-947-9195

Bloomington Sun-Current – Thursday, July 28, 2011 – www.minnlocal.com

3200

Give-Aways & Swaps

07 Kawasaki Ninja 250R FREE! Contact me at alanwalker@blumail.org

3210

Good Things To Eat

RASPBERRIES

Picked or U pick Hwy. 55, 12 miles W. of 494 Knapton's 763-479-1184

3250

Medical Supplies

3523

Eagan

Misc. For Sale

Cloz, Furn, TV's, Music, HH

4376 Hamilton Drive

3529

St Philips Luth. Church Presale 7/27 (5-8p) $4 Adm; 7/28-29 (9-7); 7/30 (9-12) Half Price - $5/bag - most cloz. 6180 Hwy 65 NE

3531

3545

Golden Valley

Long Lake

3553

3270

WANTED

Old stereo equip., need not work. Andy 651-329-0515

Temple Israel Sisterhood

24th & Fremont Ave S. (just off Hennepin Ave) - Huge Sale! 7/31 $5 Adm. (12-6); 8/1 - 3 Free Adm. (10-8) Tues-½ price; Wed-Bag day

Buying Old Trains & Toys

STEVE'S TRAIN CITY

952-933-0200 Polaris Snowmobile & ATV's. Non-working only. Will pick-up, will pay cash! Call 612-987-1044

3280

Musical Instuments

Baldwin Console Piano w/bench, medium oak fin., built 1980, $600. 952-935-1566

Crown Upright Piano Needs tuning. Good cond! $850/BO. 763-544-1236

3500

3503

Garage Sales this week Apple Valley

Multi-Fam! 13870 Fernando Ave 7/27 (4-9), 7/28-30 (9-5). Kids cloz, sports, fishing, furn, HH & more.

3506

Bloomington

HUGE! 10427 Aquila Av. S 7/28 & 7/30 (9-4) Tons of fabric, books, HH, port . AC

Moving 7/28-30 (8-4) Tools, car parts, X-mas, furn., Mn/Wmn cloz 8439 12th Av S

Sat 7/30 ONLY (8-2), kids cloz up to sz 14, toys, bike trailer. 8230 Penn Ave S.

3507

Brooklyn Center

Brooklyn United Meth. Church 7/27 (6-9) Pre-sale $3 Adm. 7/28-29 (10-7); 7/30 (9-12). Sat. - ½ Price & Box sale 10:30-12 www.bumc.org

7200 Brooklyn Blvd.

3519

Crystal

Large N'Hood & Yard Sales 7/28-30 (8-5) HH, Clothes for all, microwave & misc. 6905 Lombardy Lane

3565

Plymouth

2 Family Yard Sale 7/27-29 (9-5) Antiqs, collectbls, glasswr., crystal 18130 Hwy 55

Huge Sale: 7/28-29 (8-5) 7/30 (8-12) Furn, tools, books, HH & more. 220 Zinnia Lane North

3568

Robbinsdale

Multi-Family 7/28-30 (8-3) Greeting cards/stationary, HH, cloz, kids-Legos/Beanie, etc. 4108 Lake Dr Av N

3600

3605

Garage Sales next week Blaine

Christ Lutheran Church 641 89 th Ave. NE, Blaine Over 250 families! Presale Wed 8/3 (5-8) $3 Adm Thurs 8/4 (9-7); Fri 8/5 (9-6); Sat 8/6 (9-12) - $3 Bag Day

3606

Bloomington

Church Rummage Sale Aug. 4-5-6, Thurs & Fri (9-5); Sat (9-12) MN Valley UU Fellowship 10715 Zenith Av S

Moving Sale: 8/3-4 (8-7) 8/5 (8-12), Furn, Dishes, Frig, Linens, Collectibles, HH. 8300 Oxborough Ave S. Multi-Fam 8/6-7 (8-3) Kids & adult cloz, furn., baby items, etc. Breast cancer fundraiser 9429 Riverview Circle So.

3608

6 Families - Cash only

August 4-5-6 (8:30-5:30) McAndrews & Nicollet

Fridley

Antiq. China Cabinet, deli- Yard Sale 7/30-31 (10-4) cate, rounded glass, oak, Beanie Babies, collectbls., Good cond! $375. 26” Sony furn, more 1180 Phillips Dr Bravia flatscreen, hi-def, TV $120/BO. 952-945-0905 Minneapolis

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Burnsville

HUGE SALE: 7/29-30 (8-4), Marcin Hill Block Sale

PaceSaver 3 whl Scooter, battery operated, w/bas- 7/28-29 (9-5) 7/30 (9-12) HH, ket, Exc cond! New $2,500; Antq, Cloz, Furn, Sports ask. $1,000/BO 952-431-5781 Memb. 4935 Dawnview Ter

3260

3609

Brooklyn Park

Church Rummage Sale 8/3 (6-8p) $3 Adm; 8/4 (8-8); 8/5 (2-7); 8/6 (9-2) Bag day 7708 62nd Ave. No.

Huge 250 Family Sale! Family of God Church 8/3 (5-8) $3 Adm.; 8/4 (9-8); 8/5 (9-5); 8/6 (9-12) 8625 Zane Ave. North

3623

Eagan

Multi-Fam 8/4-6 (9-5) HH, kids toys & cloz, furn., misc. 2083 Garnet Lane

3624

Eden Prairie

Multi Fam: 8/5 (8-5) & 8/6 (8-1). Antq, tools, HH, Furn 13959 Wellington Drive

Quality Yard Sale 8/4 (8-5) and 8/5 - 6 (8-1) 10252 Meade Lane

3625

Edina

Edina Morningside Church

Basement Rummage Sale 4201 Morningside Rd. 8/3 (5-8) Presale $2 Adm.; 8/4 (9-5); Closed Friday. Clearance Bag Sale - Sat, 8/6 (8-12)

Multi-Family 8/4-5 (7-4); Furn., HH, sports equip, electronics,, cloz, toys, décor. 6908 Paiute Circle

3667

Richfield

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

3900

3970

3668

Robbinsdale

Multi-Fam 8/5 (8-2:30) 8/6 (84) HH, girl/adlt cloz, Stampn Up, Pamp. Chef, Disney VCR tapes, toys 3659 Orchard Av N

3683

St. Louis Park

One Day Only! No junk, int. designer left overs! 8/6 (8-2) 4144 Browndale Ave

3700

Leisure

3710

Bicycles & Accessories

Giant Electric Assist Bike, w/batt & charger - like new! $550/BO. 763-544-1367

3720

Boats, New & Used

14' Alumacraft Fishing Boat w/2 seats, 2 motors on trailer $1500 763-497-4070

Pontoon boat: 18', 1999, Aurora. 50hp ES Outboard motor, boat cover & Bimini top, $3,300. 952-393-9967

3820

Sports & Recreation

17' Alumacraft Canoe, Very Good Cndtn, Plus Paddles $400 Plymouth 763-473-4264

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

Pets

4300

Family Care Home Health Care Providers

Do you need in home assistance? MN native, college educated, caring and compassionate Certified Nurse Assistant will help. Andrea 952-546-5544

5000

5400

Rentals Houses For Rent

Burnsville See Craiglist! 2BR, LL, 1,000 sq. ft. 15K Remodel, Full kitch, granite CTT, full appliances, central AC, sofa, love seat, kitch table, 50” satellite TV, internet. $695+share utils. Avl Immed. 952-994-3986 St Louis Park: 2 BR, 2BA, 1+ car garage, fenced yard, A/C, W/D, small pets ok, Avail 9/1, $1099/mo. 4148 Salem Ave. 651-690-3858

Apartments & Condos For Rent

Edina - 50th & France 1BR w/ deck. $685 + elec. 612-210-9744 320-274-3398

7000

Real Estate

Brainerd Lakes-Whitefish New Cabins under $100K 866-940-7069 for Open Times CottagesOnWhitefish.com

9000

9020

Employment Business Opps & Info

IS THIS YOU??? Too much month left at the end of the money? Consider a part time homebased business with 30second commute from bedroom to kitchen table! Free details: 800-240-8340(24 HR MSG) or 800-621-2065 (LIVE)

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career

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www.castandardpoodles.com

4000

9100

DESKTOP SUPPORT ANALYST

Poodle Standard, blk. M, 3 mos., crate trained, beg. housetrained. 763-434-5303

6400 Estate Sale: 8/4-5 (8-7) Organ, Fishing, Tools, X-mas, Collectibles. 7526 Columbus Ave S

Agriculture/ Animals/Pets

Outside Sales Representatives Sun Media is seeking creative, aggressive and self motivated sales professionals to join our sales force. Sun Media publishes 33 local newspapers in the metro area. In addition, we offer a variety of online and special section choices to help our clients strengthen their brand identity. We are the main source for local news, government, schools and information. Position Responsibilities: • Manage territory with pre-existing customer base • Set appointments & visit a minimum of 20 new customers per week • Create solutions & packages for existing customers to assist with changing needs • Close new business & follow up to ensure satisfaction and consistent service • Proactively network for new customer contacts with intention of building long-lasting business relationships • Meet weekly, monthly and yearly sales goals • Work out of our Eden Prairie corporate office • Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required What you need to be successful as a Sun Media Sales Representative: • The ability to close new business • The ability to sell multiple products and multi-media packages • Excellent time management skills • Excellent interpersonal & communication skills • Proven ability to make solid recommendations in a solution sales environment Sun Media Offers: • Base Salary + Commission • 401K • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, HSA • Holidays & Paid Time Off • Monthly allowance for use towards vehicle/cell phone Qualified Resumes to: jbradfield@acnpapers.com

www.minnlocal.com – Thursday, July 28, 2011 – Bloomington Sun-Current

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community Help Wanted/ Full Time

9100

MACHINIST: DAY SHIFT: 4-10s, M-THURSDAY 7am5:30pm, WORK WITH FADAL VMC. SETUP AND OPERATE REQUIRED! Salary depends on experience: 16-22hr. GREAT BENEFITS & OVERTIME! Richlind Metal Fabricatiors, Inc. 4155 Peavy Rd. Chaska, MN 55318. PH 952-448-4862 FAX 952-448-5437

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Loving Shepherd Early Learning Center, a Christian-based program located off of Hwy 100 & Glenwood, is hiring for the following position:

* INFANT TEACHER *TODDLER TEACHER Requires BA, BS or AA degree in early childhood or education or related field: experience preferred but not required. Includes a full benefit package. Apply by email earlylearningcenter@ gvlc.net or fax resume to: 763-543-8636 Work for a center that cares for it's staff as much as it's children. EOE.

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Put faith 1st family 2nd & an opportunity to earn a great income! 952-474-4682

9200

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9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

9200

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9200

Personal Care Attendant For couple in Eden Prairie. Car + ins., CPR, able to lift 40lbs. 15-20 varied hrs/wk. $14-$15/hr. 952-975-0774

PT Office Receptionist Mon-Thurs, 12-4pm Duties include answering phones &light office work Please send resume to: Redemption Luth. Church Attn: M. Hirsch, 927 E. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN, 55420. Or email:

marilyn@rlc927.org

9500

9621

9100

Automotive Dodge

9810

Junkers & Repairable Wanted

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9667

Pontiac

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9810

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JUNK& REPAIRABLE Cars/Truck JACK'S AUTO 612-919-2707 OR 763-533-7122

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$200+ for most Vehicles

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9850

RVs, Nonmotorized Campers

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In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

Former home health nurse enjoys creating healthier homes New Windows for America expanding its products, efficiency and facility Rhonda and Jim Steffes have owned and operated New Windows for America in New Brighton since 2000. Their business has grown to 30 employees and moved in March 2011 to a bigger location in New Brighton off of 35W. The company sells and installs residential windows, doors, siding, attic insulation, metal and solar roofing. “We started as a windows only company, but over the years have expanded to include more energy efficient products,” said Rhonda, who started the company after working for 10 years as a home health care RN. “I went from taking care of people to taking care of homes. We want to be your Energy Savings Solution Company.” Jim was a CPA working as the chief financial officer for a manufacturing plant before he joined Rhonda in the company. “We were founded after all the hassles and high prices we obtained while searching for windows in our home,” says Rhonda. “We felt we could do it better, cheaper and with less hassles for the homeowner. We become your ‘window guy’ for any problems, questions or

concerns. One call to us will take care of it.” With the federal government pushing homeowners to be more energy efficient, New Windows for America has joined forces with Xcel Energy and is now a trade partner. “Our relationship with Xcel Energy helps us help our customers save money by making their homes more energy efficient with attic insulation,” adds Rhonda. “We also made homes energy efficient with Energy Star certified windows, which can slash up to 40% off your home’s heating and air conditioning loss.” Solar roofing is another new product the company is installing so homeowners can eliminate a large portion of their home electrical costs, which in turn helps decrease our dependency on foreign oil. For the last nine years the company has received the Super Service Award from Angies List and has an A-plus rating from the Better Business Bureau. They also have a 12 month Same-as-Cash financing program. Rhonda claims that a major key to their success is having the highest quality installa-

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