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Minnesota Third Congressional District DFL candidates are getting their campaigns underway, hitting coffee shops and hosting meet and greets before a March 14 debate. Brian Barnes and Sharon Sund are vying for a DFL endorsement to ultimately run against Republican Congressman Erik Paulsen in the November general election. Both have been hosting several meetings to share their platform so residents and delegates could get to Weekly know them. SuperPaulsen Savings! has also been in the area talking with constituents, including a stop at the Eden Prairie Cub Foods, where people had a chance to share their thoughts and concerns with Congressman. Weekly Superthe Savings! A spokesman for Paulsen, Brian Barnes meets with delegates at Parkway Apartments in Eden Prairie. He and the other DFL primary candidate Sharon Tom Erickson, said it’s still Sund are running a positive campaign against each other, but Congressman Erik Paulsen’s record could be “attacked” after early in the campaign seathat, he said. (Photo by Paul Groessel – Sun Newspapers) son, and Paulsen is focused thinks it’s possible even after mary election if he gets the egates, was on Sunday March on serving his constituents redistricting. DFL endorsement. 4 at Parkway Apartments in while the DFL candidates Under the new He also stressed that it’s Eden Prairie, where he work through their endorseW e e campaigning. k l y S u p e r S a v i n g s !emphasized he would be runCongressional district map, possible for a DFL candidate ment the Third District will to win the Third District, ning a positive campaign And, they have been. which has been Republican against Sund, but “attack” One of Barnes’ meetings, leaning for some time. He Paulsen’s record in the primainly to meet with DFL delCONGRESS: TO PAGE 4

BY PAUL GROESSEL SUN NEWSPAPERS Last October, seven federal grants for the state of Minnesota were momentarily delayed after Sen. David Hann, R-42, requested to review them further. That delay triggered a strong response from Gov. Mark Dayton, who said the delays could mean losing some of the seven grants, totaling $25 million, to other states. He then had a commissioner put the grants’ reviewed through an urgency approval process, which let a state department make the final approval for the grants. As chairman of the Health and Human Services Committee, Hann wanted to review the details of those grants before allowing the health and human services departments to accept them. That request would have pushed the consideration of those grants to the 2012 legislative session, when legislators GRANTS: TO PAGE 23

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Eden Prairie’s probationary teachers let go 48 full-time and 44 part-time staff listed, could be called back BY PAUL GROESSEL – SUN NEWSPAPERS Nearly 50 full-time teachers who are considered probationary (working less than three years in a school district) will not return to the Eden Prairie School District next year. During the Feb. 28 school board meeting, it was decided that 48 full-time probationary teachers and 44 part-time probationary teachers will not have their contracts renewed. Those teachers could be recalled, but they don’t have seniority rights that tenured teachers have. Generally, teachers in Minnesota are considered probationary if they have not taught for three years in the school district. Once they complete three con-

secutive years, under the state’s definition, they are considered on a continual contract, rather than working under one-year contracts. Probationary teachers must be evaluated at least three times throughout the year, according to state statute, and the first review must occur within the first 90 days of employment. If let go, a probationary teacher will “have no right of appeal therefrom,” state statute 122A.41 says. But, if they teach for 120 days a year for three consecutive years and continue to do their job, once a teacher comes back for a fourth year, they are considered tenured and “must not be discharged or demoted except for cause after a hearing,” the statute says. Letting probationary staff go is part of a procedure the district has followed for a long time, Interim Superintendent Jon McBroom said during the Feb. 28 school board meeting. That had to continue this year since the district will need to do some “belt tightening” because of flat funding from state and inflationary costs. It’s not that the district will not call

some teachers back, but there are some departments that has difficulty securing people. “This is something the district has done for a number of years and should happen again this year,” McBroom said. Human Resources Director Tom May said contracts are usually not renewed because of teacher allocations within schools and programs. Generally, allocations are prioritized by teachers’ years of experience. Last year was the first year (in at least a few years) that the district had to place tenured teachers on unrequested leave of absence, May said. Approximately 10 teachers were let go last year, but the majority of them were called back to work, he said. If the board has to put any tenured teachers on unrequested leave, it could take place during an April or May school board meeting, which is the usual timeline. When a tenured teacher is placed on unrequested leave of absence, they are eligible to be called back within five years, May said, while probationary teachers do not have a callback timeline.

Tenured teachers can be terminated or placed on unrequested leave of absence, according to state statute. There are different criteria for each.

Termination of a tenured teacher According to state statute 122A.40, “A continuing contract may be terminated, effective at the close of the school year, upon any of the following grounds: • “inefficiency in teaching or in the management of a school … “ • “neglect of duty, or persistent violation of school laws, rules, regulations, or directives” • “conduct unbecoming a teacher which materially impairs the teacher’s educational effectiveness; or” • “other good and sufficient grounds rendering the teacher unfit to perform the teacher’s duties.” A tenured teacher can be placed on leave of absence “because of discontinuance of position, lack of pupils, financial limitations, or merger of classes caused by consolidation of districts,” the state statute reads.

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Congress FROM PAGE 1 expand to include outlying western suburb cities such as Shakopee, Chaska and Victoria among others. A special redistricting panel, appointed by the Minnesota Supreme Court, created the new electoral maps that will take effect next year and serve as the 2012 election blueprint. The districts determine which geographic areas state senators, members of the state house and members of U.S. Congress will represent. The new maps are based on population changes reported in the 2010 Census. Barnes said DFL ties are strong in the district, if the state house votes in recent elections are compared to the third district congressional votes, there is DFL strength; only the congressional races have been weak, which can change. “You look at this Third District and it is absolutely winnable,” Barnes said. Sund has been hosting similar meet and greets throughout recent weeks. She said she has been running a positive campaign to get positive representation in Congress. One of her major policy ideas was announced at the end of February, a new step to a foreclosure prevention program. “HARP (the Home Affordable Refinance Program) helps people who are current on their mortgage payments refinance their loan before falling behind,” Sund said on her website. “HAFA (The Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives) program allows people to abandon their homes to foreclosure with the intent of minimizing the damage to their credit score. … “‘I propose modifying HAMP to include mediation as a required step prior to foreclosure. Also, I propose requiring any bank that offers or buys FHA insured mortgages to participate in mediation prior to foreclosing on a home.’” The two candidates will introduce themselves further and talk about issues during a debate 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, at Minnetonka City Hall. Info: Barnes.mn, Sharonsund.com and Paulsen.house.gov.

Above, Congressman Erik Paulsen meets with William Weir at Cub Foods on Friday, March 2. Weir talked to Paulsen about his concerns on lack of oversight for artificial certain artificial hips. At right, Brian Barnes discusses his stance on equality, energy and jobs.

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EDUCATION NOTES EP Optimist essay winners announced Winners of the Optimist International Essay Contest, sponsored by the Eden Prairie Optimists, were announced at a reception held on Feb. 27 at the Eden Prairie Library. Barnes and Nobles gift cards were awarded to students for their 700 to 800 word essays on the topic “How My Positive Outlook Benefits My Community.” Winners in the grades four through six category: First Place – Sydney Kepler of Minnetonka, a 6th grader at International School of Minnesota Second Place – Sean Kurtenbach of Prior Lake, a 6th grader at Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion. Third Place – Morgan Rowland of Eden Prairie, a 5th grader at Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion . Fourth Place (tie) – Linnea Akesson of Shorewood, a 6th grader at International School of Minnesota, and Caleb Miller of Eden Prairie, a 6th grader at Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion. Winners in the grades seven through nine category: First Place – Kelvin Loke of Savage, a 9th grader at Minnetonka High School Second Place – Andrew Salmon of Eden Prairie, a 9th grader at Minnetonka High School. Third Place – Rebecka Miller of Eden Prairie, a 9th grader at Eden Prairie High School. Fourth Place (tie) – Carmen Chavez of Eden Prairie, a 7th grader at International School of Minnesota and Pranav Nambiar of Eden Prairie, a 7th grader at Central Middle School. Winners in the grades ten through twelve category: First Place – Natalie Townsend of Eden Prairie, a junior at Eden Prairie High School Second Place – Claire Kittock of Eden Prairie, a junior at Eden Prairie High School. Third Place – Kelsie Balon of Eden Prairie, a junior at Eden Prairie High School Fourth Place – Mikalyna Sell of Eden Prairie, a senior at Eden Prairie High School A total of 58 students submitted entries. All essay contest participants were presented with certificates of recognition. The essay written by Natalie Townsend also qualified for entry in the Optimist International District Essay Contest. Her essay will be judged along with winners from other Optimist clubs in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and

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Manitoba Canada, for an opportunity to win a $2500 college scholarship. “Young students today have so many fresh ideas about the world and their future,” said Optimist Essay Contest Chair Don Affolter in a news release. “As Optimists, it is our goal to encourage them and to do what we can to bring out the best in each of our youth. The Optimist Essay Contest provides these students with an opportunity to tap into their creativity and to pursue possible scholarships at the same time.” This is the sixth year the Eden Prairie Optimists sponsored the Optimist International Essay Contest. The Eden Prairie Optimists conduct programs and activities that primarily benefit the youth of Eden Prairie and neighboring communities.

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Eden Prairie schools will exemplify why transparency in relationships matters Inclusion builds trust. It’s a pretty simple idea, but when managing a program or organizing groups of people and ideas, inviting everyone to the process is not an easy feat. Like maintaining any relationship, it can take a lot of upkeep. That’s what we talk about when we talk about transparency. And, when it comes to local public policy, making people feel included and part of the process is a key part of building trust. The Eden Prairie School District has exemplified both ends of the spectrum when it comes to inclusion – getting as much information as it can, in a public manner, asking for input from everyone and trying to get those involved on the same page. To be clear, I’ll be talking about the cultural aspect of the school districts’ headquarters. Eden Prairie programs and education have always been top notch. If I had children (or when, to be opti-

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mistic) I would be (or will be) proud to send them to Eden Prairie. It’s still early, but leadership changes at the district seem to be bringing a new culture of openness. If it continues, Eden Prairie could be its own study on transparent operations. Over the last few years, the district has gone through a lot of curriculum and program changes and introductions, not just the elementary school boundary changes that took place last year. The flow of information wasn’t always direct, timely or to the point. Getting answers weren’t always easy, and relationships with parents, board members, the newspaper and members of

the public with questions were not in a great state. This left relationships strained – since many parents of elementary school kids were forced to take their children to another school, they considered all of their schooling options and placed them in neighboring districts, charter or private schools. Some community members, teachers and school board members felt resisted when they tried to help, bring up problems or ask questions. Things, I am glad to say, are turning around. Administrators and board members are not only responding to questions, but they are proactively seeking and putting out information. There has been a noticeable shift in the last few months. With a re-organized school board with two new members, Interim Superintendent Jon McBroom’s guidance and straightforward style of Communications’ head Bob Noyed and hard-working (but

often publicly unrecognized) administrative cabinet members, Eden Prairie residents should feel like the district is in good hands. The crew has displayed forthright searches for information to get a handle on “what reality really is” as McBroom put it. And, it’s not an easy process. Sometimes, they basically are asking for criticism. Uneasy, yes, but it is an important step for solving problems and repairing relationships. There have been meetings where families who have left the district could give feedback on why they left. There have been three separate community phone surveys to get the pulse of the community. Hundreds have taken surveys online, giving feedback on what qualities they would like to see in a new superintendent. School board meetGROESSEL: TO PAGE 25

It’s time for us to embrace social media When it comes to social media there are two different Jared Huizengas. First, there’s Jared the individual who has embraced social media as his second-favorite form of communication (behind only text messaging). If he can’t send you a text message or write on your wall, he probably doesn’t want to talk to you badly enough to call. Second, there’s Jared the newspaper guy, who eschews new forms of communication – particularly those that limit his longwinded nature. If he is lim-

JARED HUIZENGA Wayzata/Long Lake/Orono Community Editor ited in any way, be it a character limit or space, he’s just going to call you so he can continue to ramble. In recent months, there’s been great discussion around the newsroom as to how we can embrace social media as a new tool and utilize it so it helps us as well as our readers.

Some editors have started Facebook pages for their editions, while others have migrated to Twitter. I fall into the latter group. Although, truth be told, it isn’t all that new. Back in 2009, we experimented with producing daily newscasts. These newscasts lasted anywhere from 2 to 10 minutes and included news from our coverage areas and neighboring cities. Some editors naturally took to being on screen. Others – myself included – showed that no matter what our moms said,

we have faces made for radio and voices made for print. During the dark days of newscasts, I started a Twitter account and used it to Tweet links to our daily newscasts. It didn’t help drive up my “ratings” much. Once the newscast experiment was discontinued, I put it away in the back of my mind. Along with that memory went the Twitter account. That is until recently when I decided to start using it again HUIZENGA: TO NEXT PAGE

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Friends, co-workers remember Andy Hamre Hamre was ECM-Sun Printing employee Andrew Hamre is being remembered this week as a man who loved fishing, his family and his friends. Hamre, 49, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, while at work at the ECM-Sun Printing facility in Hudson, Wis., from a massive heart attack. He leaves behind a wife, two sons, many friends and his co-workers – all who will miss him very much. During an afternoon break, Andy suffered a heart attack. Coworkers attempted CPR and called emergency crews, but he died a short time later. “As always, our teams pulled together but this time in an attempt to save Andy’s life,” plant employee Maria Beaupre said. “Despite all our efforts, Andy passed away.” His friends and family quickly mention “fishing” when asked what he liked doing the most in his free time. Andy was an avid fishermen, and had won several trophies for his catches. Annette said that Andy loved the New Richmond area for its great fishing, with Mary Park Lake being a favorite spot. “They’d catch bass, crappies, perch and sunnies there all the time,” Annette said. His main fishing buddy was son, Josh, age 14. “They’d compete against each other in their own bass tournaments,” Annette said. Last year, Josh won the contests. “He kicked his dad’s butt.” His co-workers at Sun Printing also knew how much he loved to fish. He and his son fished as often as they could, one

Huizenga FROM PREVIOUS PAGE when I saw some of my coworkers having success with it. Obviously I can’t properly tell a story in 140 characters or less. In fact, there’s virtually no chance that I can say “good morning” with those limitations. But what I can do by using it is get you headlines and let you know when there’s something going on, when there’s breaking news or I can just reach out for opinions from others. In turn, you can reach out to me without having to call or email. I try to keep the account as active as possible and my coworkers do as well. We respond to questions when we can and we pose questions when they need to be

PEGGY BAKKEN Sun Newspapers Executive Editor co-worker remembered. He also loved sports, and supported his son who played in a local baseball league every season. “Andy was a dedicated, hard-working and reliable employee who would stay to the end when things went wrong. When things got tough, Andy got tougher. He will be missed by many, as will his singing throughout the plant each afternoon once the deadlines had been met,” Cody Griffin, print plant manager, said. Annette said Andy enjoyed his work and his co-workers at Sun Printing, where he’d been employed for five years. The work team was like family, she said. There would be occasional disagreements, “but at the end of the day, it was all good,” she said. Andy grew up in northwest Minneapolis, and attended Edison High School. He worked in shipping and receiving, and he and Annette also operated a home daycare business there. They moved to Wisconsin after deciding it was time to get out of the city, and took the family to New Richmond. Their eldest son, Jonathan, 21, is a college student in Beloit, Wis. Annette Hamre said she was grateful for the friendship and support she has received from Andy’s co-workers and friends. “I just want to thank everyone for their help and for their prayers,” she said. asked. Recently I noticed other media outlets following some of the Sun Newspaper accounts. These accounts don’t actually tweet anything or interact with anyone, they just seem to be there trolling for information and using the stories and information tweeted by others as the basis for their own stories. This is something we will not do – we want this to be another tool for us to get the news to you and hear back from you. The following Sun Newspapers have Twitter handles that you can follow: • Bloomington - @suncurrent • Richfield - @risuncurrent • Edina - @edinasuncurrent • Minnlocal.com - @minnlocal • Wayzata - @wayzatasun • Plymouth - @plymouthsun • Eden Prairie - @epsuncurrent

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Republicans present insurance exchange legislation Look to accomplish a number of things BY T.W. BUDIG – ECM CAPITOL REPORTER Republican leaders look to the private sector for answers in their health insurance exchange legislation presented March 5. “We have a bill. We have an approach. We have a plan,” said Senate Health and Human Services Committee Chairman David Hann, R-Eden Prairie, at a Capitol press conference. The federal Affordable Care Act — often “ObamaCare” by Republican detractors — mandates all states form health insurance exchanges, marketplaces where individuals and businesses can shop for insurance products. House Health and Human Services Reform Committee Chairman Steve Gottwalt, R-St. Cloud, views the Obama Administration as becoming increasingly flexible in allowing states to craft their health insurance exchanges. This is something the state is entirely capable of doing, Gottwalt argued, without the need for “the ObamaCare gun to our head.”

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Senate Health and Human Services Committee Chairman David Hann, R-Eden Prairie, help present the Republican health insurance exchange legislation at a Capitol press conference March 5. (Photo by T.W. Budig – Sun Newspapers)

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The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce announces that the nomination forms for the Golden Apple Awards are now available. The Chamber will be awarding the following to eligible businesses or individuals: Outstanding Contributions by a Business to the Quality of Education: The Chamber wishes to recognize a member of the Chamber for its contributions to the enhancement of the quality of education and healthy youth development in Eden Prairie. Businesses who demonstrate their commitment of creative energy and time in support of youth will help ensure that young people grow up responsible, healthy and caring. Outstanding Project: A Golden Apple Award will be presented for an exemplary project that has benefited the students or has had a lasting impact on the students, school, district or community during the past school year. Individual Achievement/Service Award: A Golden Apple Award will be presented to an individual for an exemplary contribution to education. The individual may be recognized for his or her commitment to student development over the past year or through the longterm service to his/her educational institution. Nomination forms, eligibility and more information can be found on the chamber website, epchamber.org, under “Latest News.” Nomination forms are due no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 30.

The spring and summer Community Education catalog has been delivered to every home and business in Eden Prairie and registration is open for a variety of new life-long learning opportunities. Do something for yourself and try a new fitness class like Zumba Toning, learn about all the new technology out there including Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010, or sign up for some real fun learning a new language. Take up dancing, yoga, or check out new classes. Info: epcommunityed.org or 952-9756940.

Pet adoption March 17 in Eden Prairie Volunteers for the Carver Scott Humane Society will hold a pet adoption noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 17 at PetCo, located off old Hwy. 212 and Singletree Lane. The society is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. One Rabbit and kittens and cats ages 3 months to 8 years old will be available. There will be solids, tabby, bicolored and tortie to choose from. Dogs three months to 10 years will be there. Some of the dogs include: Beagle, Pointer, Chihuahua, Labrador Retriever, Pug, Great Dane, Boston Terrier mix, Hound, terrier mix, shepherd mix, black lab mixes and Heinz 57 mixes. All cats and dogs have been micro ID implanted, vet checked, wormed, had shots updated, checked for friendly temperaments, and age appropriately

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EP Polar Bear Plunge set for March 10 “Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” Inspired by the words of the Special Olympics athlete oath, hundreds of daring souls in Eden Prairie are registered and ready to take the Polar Bear Plunge, presented by Minnesota law enforcement for the benefit of Special Olympics Minnesota, by jumping into the icy waters of Round Lake. This year, Eden Prairie’s Plunge has will being at noon, Saturday, March 10, at Round Lake Park, across from the Eden Prairie Community Center. Pre-Plunge check-in will be at the Plunge site 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 9. Check-in on the day of the Plunge will

also be at the Plunge site from 9-11:30 a.m. In 2011, 361 people took the Plunge in Eden Prairie, and raised more than $79,000, in support of Special Olympics Minnesota. This annual event supports more than 7,100 Special Olympics Minnesota athletes as they train, compete and work together year-round to grow as athletes and members of their communities. The Plunge day experience is a memorable one, to be sure. Plungers are encouraged to wear original, outrageous and amusing costumes. PostPlunge, participants run directly from the freezing lake to heated changing tents, where they thaw out and lend support to fellow plungers. The first Polar Bear Plunge took place in 1998 at Como Lake in St. Paul. Now in its 15th year, the Plunge has expanded to 16 locations across Minnesota. Although each Plunger is only required to raise $75 to participate, the average Plunger raised $192 in 2011. Minnesota law enforcement presents the Polar Bear Plunge as part of the year-round Law Enforcement Torch Run events benefiting Special Olympics Minnesota. Each year, they lend their time, energy and enthusiasm to host a variety of fundraising events that in 2011 raised almost $2.4 million for inspiring Special Olympics Minnesota athletes. Special Olympics Minnesota offers children and adults with intellectual disabilities year-round sports training and competition. Through Special Olympics Minnesota’s athletic, health and leadership programs, people with intellectual disabilities transform themselves, their communities and the world.

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District’s childcare pilot program to continue another year Continuing program will make evaluation better, admin says BY PAUL GROESSEL – SUN NEWSPAPERS The Eden Prairie School Board decided to extend the district-run childcare pilot program for another year, in order to get a full picture on how the program is going. The school board made the approval during the Feb. 28 board meeting. Before the vote, Interim Superintendent Jon McBroom provided answers to questions about the program’s funding and demographics, posed during the preceding meeting. He said the childcare program would end up adding around $50,000 in revenue and the overall demographic make-up of children enrolled matches the demographics of the district overall.

Boardmember Karla Bratrud said she wasn’t opposed to the pilot program, but when the school board has to consider continuing the program permanently or expanding it, the scrutiny will increase. McBroom said that’s exactly why the administration’s recommendation was to continue the pilot for another year. Community Education did a great job evaluating the program after four to five months of operation, but having more time to gather information will yield more complete picture, he said. The school board approved the pilot program’s continuation unanimously, and it followed a comprehensive update from Community Education Director Terri Johnson during the Feb. 14 meeting. During that meeting, she shared survey results that showed almost all families in the Kids EdVenture program were happy with it. The district is testing the program, Kids EdVenture, as an opportunity for the Community Education department

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1983 Ford 8000 Dump Truck w/ New Tires, 14,000 pound Skidsteer Trailer w/ Ramps and Tilt, Recently Updated Deck, Allis Chalmers Forklift, W.F. Bandsaw, 1977 Ford Camper Special, 2000 Model Eagle America 20’ Snowmobile Trailer, 50 Gallon Fuel Barrel & Pump, Filter On Skid Platform, Allis Chalmers Fork Lift in Excellent Condition, W.F. Bandsaw that will cut all Types of Angle Iron, Channel or Tubing. Log on TODAY!!!

Closes March 15

MDI Chanhassen Manufacturer Warehouse Moving Sale

Several Lots of Pallet Racking, Warehouse Shelving and Custom Work Benches, Office Furniture including Desk Sets, File Cabinets, Chairs, Conference Table, Cubicle Sets, Design Jet 650C with Roll and Flat Stock Paper, Office Supplies, Electronic Typewriter, Dell Dimension Computer, Blue Print Storage Cabinets, Supplies, Tools, Power Tools, Lots of Recyclable: Copper Wire, Aluminum, Transformers, Gas Grill and MORE!!!

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Closes March 11

P & R Jewelry, Purses, Shoes, and More

Coach Handbag, Donna and Cathy Hand Bag, Brentano Bag, Gucci Hand Bag, Laptop Bag, Golla Mobile Lifestyle Bag for Ipad, Via Fina Wallet, Trinket Box/ Jewelry Box, Miscellaneous Rings, Necklaces, Necklace Charm, Treasure Chest Jewelry Box, Variety of Shoes in Different Colors and Sizes, Porcelain Doll, Kaleidoscope, Belt Buckles, Collectible Plates, Audrey Hepburn Barbie Doll and Much MORE!!!

Closes March 12

J.A.X. of Benson Sale #65

This is a signed Robert Steiner Govenor's Remarque Edition of the Rhode Island Duck Stamp 1989, A very unique print with the Remarque Painting on the print, the 2 Signed Stamps and the Gold Plate Medallion, All in a beautiful frame, with a personal note from the artist to the consignor on the back, This is one of the Greatest Water Fowl and Duck Stamp Artists Ever. Log on today to www.K-Bid.com to make your online BID!!!

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Jobs Foundation #89 Electronics

Dell Latitude D430 Laptop, InFocus High Definition Projector, Set of Laptops Includes: TransPort ZX, Dell Inspiron, Toshiba Satellite & Emachines, Dell Inspiron 8200 Laptop, Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Firewall Router, MPC Client Pro 385 Core 2 Duo Dual Core, IBM ThinkCentre Hyper Threading HD , Nobilis 52X Max P4 Hyper Threading HD, Set of Laptops Including Dell, Toshiba and IBM. Log on today to make your BID!!!

Closes March 14

Willmar Sales #40 Campers, Tractor

1948 Ford 8N that has had much work done, Very Few Hours on the Major Overhaul w/ Pistons and Sleeves, Rubber, Front and Rear Rims, Radiator, Generator, Gauges, Tie Rod Ends, Hoses, Fenders, Clutch Pressure Plate and more; 2007 River Canyon 34RL Fifth Wheel Camper Fully Loaded; 1999 Dutchman 36 Ft. Camper, Very Well Cared for Unit, Clean Inside and Out w/ New Tires. Log on TODAY!!!

Closes March 19

J.A.X. of Benson Sale #67

1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, 1994 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer, Variety of New Engines, Meccano Mechanisms outfit, Vintage Fishing Lure, Home Stereo Systems, Vintage Comic Digest Books, Mitre Saw, Vintage Brass Wall Pistol Grip Gas Blow Torch, Coins, Superman Comic Books, Coca Cola Portable Radio, Kitchen Items, Fishing Supplies, Jewelry and much more. Log on Today To make your bid online NOW!!!

Closes March 12

Clearwater Online #88, Contractor Surplus #8

1987 14 Passenger Party Bus, Grandma’s Town & County MiniVan, Washer, Dryer, Stove with Oven, Fridge/Freezer Combo Tires & Rims, LP Space Heaters, Overhead Garage Heater, Paint Sprayer Guns, Eye Wash Station, Dixie Marco Canned Pop Vending Machine, Computer Trace Board, Paintball Gun, HD Air Cylinders, Safety Equipment and More. Log on to www.K-Bid.com to make your bid online TODAY!!!

Closes March 12

Antiques Minnesota Eagan Watch & Clock Estate

Harley Davidson Heritage Softball Pocket Watch w/ Stand, Texaco Gas Pocket Watch, Brahms Walzer Wood CooKoo Clock, Drop Front Solid Wood Desk, Pete Rose Baseball, Roger Clemens Baseball, 23 Karat Gold Cards, German Steins, De Winne Pictures, World Globe on Stand, Variety of Clocks & Watches, String Instrument, Native American Figured, Vintage Books, Banjo in Case, Silver Goblet Set and much MORE!!!

Closes March 12

DL Special Vehicle Auction

2001 Oldsmobile Aleo Four Door Sedan w/ New Batter, Front Brakes, Wheel Bearings & Fuel Pump; Vintage and Collectable John Deere Tractor that Starts, Runs, and Drives; 2007 Motor Scooter made by SHJM Model MS w/ 250 cc Motor, Scooter has Electric Start, Looks like New, Starts, Runs and Drives and is Well Cared for. To bid on these items Log on to www.K-Bid.com to make your bid online TODAY!!!

Closes March 14

MDI Norwalk Iowa Metal Office & Shop Building

Metal Sided and Roofed, Office and Three Bay Shop Building. Built in 2003, Three Electric Garage Doors, Shop has Metal Panel Walls on the Interior and Exterior and are Treated Laminated Columns with Concrete Footings, External Walls are Insulated, Office Area is Sheetrock Walls w/ Wood Studs, Test Lab Cabinets and Counter Tops, Plumbing, Electric, Furnace And A/C, and Control Fixtures Included. Log on today to BID!!!

Closes March 20

North Auctions Sheriff's Sale

2001 Tahoe, 5.3 Vortec Motor, Auto Transmission, Power Windows, Locks & Mirror, Great Stereo, Heated Seats, Remote Start, Tires, Roof Rack & more; 1997 Toyota Corolla 1.8 Liter Engine, Great Fuel Economy, Clean Car that runs Great; 2002 Cadillac Deville 4.6L 32V Northstar Motor, Runs and Shifts Great, Power Windows, Locks, Mirrors, Heated Seats and more. Log on today to www.K-Bid.com to make your bid NOW!!!

Closes March 12

North Auctions 1939 Olds Sedan Rat

1939 Olds Sedan Street Rod w/ a 79 Firebird Front Suspension, Power Steering and Brake Components, Rear End is also a 79 Firebird, New Wire Harness, Lights and Blinkers Work, Newer Tires, 350 Chevy Motor, Transmission is Professionally Rebuilt 700 R4, Car Runs at 75-80 MPH, New Autometer Classic Gauges, GPS & satellite Radio, Leather Seats, New Carpet and More. Log on today to make your BID!!!

Closes March 12

M.A. Williams Schumacher's Fine Art

Are you looking for some unique decorative pieces for your home? This is the auction you all have been waiting for – Schumacher’s Fine Art. Most Pieces are originals, although there are some prints, Intricate Grandfather clock, a complete printer’s work station, Cranberry Epergne, Les Kouba prints, Waggie Originals and much more. Log on to www.K-Bid.com today and make your bid on these pieces TODAY!!!

Closes March 13

VandeKamp Auction, Quality Kubota and Equine Equipment

Kubota 4wd Diesel Engine Utility Tractor, Kubota 50” Front Mount Hydraulic Lift Snow Blower, Four Halters, Two Lead Ropes, Poly Rope, Tow Tack Hooks and Canvas Hay Tote, Lovatt & Ricketts Walsall England Makers of Fine English Saddles-Black Buffalo Leather, Weather Beeta 69” Heavy Weight Detachable Combo, Variety of Saddles, Tools, Ladders, Wire Cattle Panels, Patio Table, Picnic Table and much MORE!!!

Closes March 15

SR Auctions Bronze Eagle, Pianomation, Lion Auction

Nickelodeon QRS Piano, Coin Operated, Plays off of Compact Discs, Whole Orchestra in ONE Machine, In Tune and Fully Functional; Bronze Eagle for Outdoor Use, Very detailed and Realistic Statue w/ Trout Caught in its Talons; Concrete Lion w/ Bases for End of Driveway or Garden, Lion is Very Majestic Looking, Has Two Lions and Two Bases. To View these items log on to www.K-Bid.com to make your bid TODAY!!!

Closes March 20

J&J Skid and Truck Accessories

Are you looking to spruce up your truck? This auction has a Trailer/5th Wheel Movers, 8ft Snow Bucket for Skid Loader, Weld- On Universal Quick Attach Plate, Two Piece Weld-On Universal Quick Attach Plate, 8FT Fork Extensions, Load Extender-Supports Long Loads for Hauling-Raised Up and Out to Hold the Load, Truck Service Step. Log on to www.K-Bid.com to make your bid on these Truck accessories TODAY!!!

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CALENDAR Thursday, March 8, 2012

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EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY – MARCH 9 THROUGH MARCH 15 F R I D AY

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Music: Power of Ten Where: Santorini Taverna, 13000 Technology Drive When: 9:15 p.m. Info: santorinimn.com

Music: Jam Factory Where: Santorini Taverna, 13000 Technology Drive When: 9:15 p.m. Info: santorinimn.com

Family Storytime Where: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive When: 10:30 a.m. Info: 612-543-6275

Free Family Flicks “Legend of the Guardians” Where: Mall of America When: 10 a.m. Info: xr.com/moa

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Hopkins Westwind Band Where: Edinborough Park, 7700 York Ave. S., Edina When: 7 p.m. Info: 952-833-9540

Toddler Storytime Where: Edina Library, 5280 Grandview Square, Edina When: 11 a.m. Info: 612-543-6325

Eden Prairie School Board meeting Where: Administrative Services Center, 8100 School Road When: 6 p.m. Info: edenpr.org

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14 Job Transition Group Where: St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 13600 Technology Drive When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: standrewlu.org

Minnetonka Concert Band Where: Edinborough Park, 7700 York Ave. S., Edina When: 7 p.m. Info: 952-833-9540

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15 St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon Where: Senior Center, 8950 Eden Prairie Road When: 11:30 a.m. Info: edenprairie.org. Brodini Comedy and Magic Act Where: Edinborough Park, 7700 York Ave. S., Edina When: Noon Info: 952-833-9540

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Finding support for concussions where there once was none BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS

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Matt Hovila distinctly remembers his last basketball game at Bloomington Jefferson High School. Unlike most seniors, his last game didn’t end with a playoff loss or an improbable state tournament victory, it ended with a conference victory against Rosemount. And it was the first conference game of the season. There was little indication in the final minutes of the game that Hovila’s playing days were over. He had aspirations of playing collegiate basketball, but those went by the wayside following the victory. Hovila suffered a concussion during that Rosemount victory last season. Instead of spending this winter on a basketball court at an outstate school, Hovila is studying applied economics at the University of Minnesota. And he’s reaching out to those who are traveling the same path he has since fourth grade, students affected by concussions. Hovila is the co-founder of Connections4Concussions, a support group for students who are coping with the effects of a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury. At 19, Hovila is an elder statesman for the newly formed support group, which held its first meeting last week at Penn Lake Library in Bloomington. “It’s good to be with people who know the same struggles, and don’t judge you for it,” he said. Hovila wants students from across the Twin Cities and beyond to know that they’re not the only one suffering from the lingering effects of a concussion, a feeling he knows well in the years since his first concussion, suffered while playing football as a fourth-grader. What Hovila and his family didn’t know all those years ago was that his first concussion would be just one of many. He suffered two concussions within a one-month period during that fourth-grade football season. The first wasn’t significant, according to Hovila, but the second one turned out to be life changing, even though it wasn’t as hard of a hit. “The effects of it were more serious because of the first hit,” he said. The second concussion had lasting effects. He had bouts with fatigue and memory loss, struggled in school, became shorttempered and was prone to outbursts, all uncharacteristic for him prior to fourth grade, he explained. Hovila’s life returned to normal in fifth grade, but concussions became a part of his life as a basketball player, starting with a concussion in sixth grade. Headaches following that concussion occasionally forced Hovila to go home early from school. After each concussion Hovila would be

diagnosed by a doctor and cleared to resume activity before returning to basketball. “We did everything we were supposed to at the time,” he said. But by his sophomore year in high school the family decided that the recurring cycle should end. Hovila and his parent agreed that the next concussion would be his last as a basketball player. Hovila was 90 seconds from extending his basketball career beyond the opening game of the conference schedule. An elbow to the head during a scrum for a rebound off of a missed free throw was the final blow, although Hovila didn’t know it at the time. He remembers the sharp pain he felt shoot up the right side of his skull, calling it “one of the worst pains I had felt.” But it didn’t cause an immediate headache or dizziness. “I finished the game.” It wasn’t until more than 90 minutes after the game that Hovila started to experience concussion symptoms. “I couldn’t even get off the couch by myself,” he said.

Beyond basketball “I’m still dealing with a lot of the symptoms,” Hovila said. Years of experience have helped Hovila learn how to manage and cope with the effects of his concussions, but he grew up without a peer group to share his experiences with. Classmates suffered concussions, too, but none of them experienced the recurring effects of them as Hovila did. Hovila has had an outlet for support, however, the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota. Through their programs to help families affected by brain injuries Hovila met Kayla Meyer of New Prague, who had suffered a concussion in December 2009. While attending a Minnesota Wild game last October as guests of the Brain Injury Association, Hovila and Meyer discussed starting a peer support group. The idea was suggested in jest, but the duo realized they could fulfill a need by organizing the group, and proceeded to do so. Connections4Concussions is intended to provide youth and young adults who have suffered concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries with opportunities to learn from each other, and find encouragement and support. The inaugural meeting attracted 10 students, with the Hovila and Meyer families discussing their experiences and the need for the support group. The group will meet at 6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month at Penn Lake Library, 8800 Penn Ave. S. The March 27 meeting will include two speakers from the Brain Injury Association. Information about the group is available online at go.to/c4c. CMYK

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www.minnlocal.com – Thursday, March 8, 2012 – Eden Prairie Sun-Current

‘Open to Business’ program starts in Hopkins Residents, business owners and those contemplating starting a business are eligible BY MATTHEW HANKEY – SUN NEWSPAPERS Starting this March, business-minded people in Hopkins will have access to resources that can help grow or start a business thanks to the “Open to Business” program. The development program is sponsored by the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers, the City of Hopkins, Hopkins Business and Civic Association and Hennepin County. The city and the Hopkins Business and Civic Association will each contribute $2,500 to fund the program, with Hennepin County providing a matching $5,000 grant to cover the $10,000 annual program fee. The yearlong program offers one-onone business consulting and provides financial assistance to small businesses that typically would not have access to

bank capital, said Hopkins Community Development Coordinator Tara Beard. “We’re very excited about it and we think we’ll get high participation for the Hopkins entrepreneurial community,” said Beard. Hopkins business owners, city residents who own a business elsewhere – including their home – and those interested in starting a business are eligible to participate in the program. “For existing business, we provide a whole array of services – strategic planning, marketing, cash flow analysis and help them determine what their capital needs are for expansion,” said MCCD Enterprise Facilitator Rob Smolund. Beard said this new program fits a need for the Hopkins business community. “We get tons of calls from businesses that exist or want to exist in Hopkins looking for help,” she said. “This provides a reputable program.” An MCCD adviser, either Smolund or Lee Hall, will be available to meet with those interested in the program 1-3 p.m. Monday, March 26, at The Depot Coffee House, 9451 Excelsior Blvd., Hopkins.

Those interested in the program can call MCCD or the city to set up an appointment for or walk-in for a 30minute consultation for the March 26 meeting date. As of press time, Beard said seven people were on the waiting list. If the advisers cannot accommodate all who attend within the first two hours, they will stay longer. Beard said it has not been decided if all future walk-in meetings will be hosted at The Depot, but meetings will be hosted once a month for the next year at a city locale. Smolund described the once-a-month city meetings act as a “teaser.” Interested people can call and schedule appointments for consultations at the MCCD office, 3137 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis. “The two hours a month are just a way to make it very convenient for people to come in,” Smolund said. “Call anytime and we can schedule an appointment. We couldn’t do it all in just those two hours.” Smolund said he hopes people choose MCCD representatives to be their personal business mentor. He tai-

lors his knowledge and expertise to individual needs. “I tend to not come in with a prescription menu of services,” he said. “My goal with anyone is to become their trusted adviser … to help them make decisions in an objective way.” “I think sometimes entrepreneurs are too close to their business and they can’t think from the 30 thousand feet level. They’re on the ground and they can’t see it clearly.” MCCD began the program a little more than a year ago in Brooklyn Park and has since expanded to Minnetonka, St. Louis Park, Brooklyn Center, Eden Prairie, Edina and Robbinsdale, said Smolund. Joining Hopkins in the program this month are Golden Valley and New Hope. Smolund said the MCCD has been providing this type of service since 1989 to business-minded people in Minneapolis and St. Paul, just not under the “Open to Business” brand. Hennepin County stepped in and partnered with MCCD to make the program available recently to suburban cities, Beard said.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Eden Prairie Pom Squad takes top ranks The Eden Prairie Pom Squad competed with dance teams from all over the U.S.A. and Mexico in the DX AmeriCup Dance Championships held at the Minneapolis Convention Center Feb. 2426. The Pom Squad placed first in the Varsity Jazz category and first in the Senior Pom category. The Pom Squad also competed with their field Hip Hop performance and placed second. Over 30 entrants participated in the Senior Pom category and 27 teams participated in the Varsity Jazz category. The Pom Squad performed their Jazz routine in the Grand Champion event. The top performance routine from all categories is asked to perform their dance. The Eden Prairie Pom Squad’s Jazz routine earned the highest score in the High School age division, earning them the title of National Grand Champion with a score of 101.88. Coach Anna Itmann was honored with a special judge’s choreography award for the team’s Pom routine, acknowledging the incredibly seamless transitions and excellent technique.

Grants FROM PAGE 1 would have reviewed and voted on using the grants or not, Hann said. After that approval, Hann said he was going to make sure those grant dollars were used as required under the urgency review requirements. Hann said he and others are working on a letter to find that out. “We are asking for them to demonstrate that funds that they acquired under the urgency provisions are in fact complying with the provisions under the law,” Hann said last week. Have those funds been spent appropriately? For the health department grants, “The short answer is, yes,” said Assistant Department of Health Commissioner Craig Acomb. Although each grant is in a different stage and not all the money has been spent, the funding and projects have begun to ensure long-term plans and conditions will be met. If the grants’ acceptance were delayed extensively, it could have slowed long-

Two weeks ago, the Pom Squad participated at the UDA National Competition in Florida. The team placed second nationally for Pom and second nationally for Jazz. In addition, Eden Prairie soloists dominated the top positions with 8 soloists qualifying in the top 10. Kristina Monsen placed first, Kelly Olson second and Aly Limberis third. The other soloists competing were Chloe Setter, Sydney Borchert, Katie Miller, Megan Kaveney, Kari Johnson and Hailey Nerison. As the top soloist, Monsen had the honor of performing her solo in front of all participants at the banquet Saturday night. The soloists competed in a field of 48 participants in the senior category and 33 in the junior category.

Rematch setting up for new District 49B seat Following the release of new boundaries for state house districts, a former state representative has announced he will challenge the man who unseated him two years ago. Former House District 41B Rep. Paul Rosenthal of Edina will seek election to

term plans to use the grant funds, which could have signaled to the federal granters that the money would not be spent as intended and therefore withdraw them, Acomb said. Department of Human Services spokesperson Patrice Vick said the department will prepare a response once the letter that asks for details is sent to the department. Although all the grants likely went through, Hann said he would introduce a bill that would change how grant dollars are approved and spent. When a state department makes a grant request, it would have to let the legislature know what grant request it’s seeking, Hann said. Then, the legislature would have to look at them and approve it or not. Hann introduced such a bill, which has been referred to a finance committee. Essentially, the bill stipulates that any money spent by executive branch needs to be approved by the legislature, and it would call for a process that fulfills what the state constitution already requires, Hann said. “No money can be spent without the specific provision of the legislature,”

the new House District 49B seat. Rosenthal was unseated by Rep. Pat Mazarol in the 2010 election for the house district covering southern Edina and west Bloomington. The new House District 49B will retain most of the precincts within 41B while adding precincts in northeast Eden Prairie and portions of precincts in southeastern Minnetonka. “District 49B needs a representative who will listen to the voters, work hard and help create jobs, strengthen our schools and ensure Minnesota is a state where business and families can flourish,” Rosenthal said. Rosenthal served one term in the Minnesota House of Representatives. Info: voterosenthal.com.

Southwest Transit partners with Jefferson SouthWest Transit has announced that an agreement has been made with Jefferson Lines to establish an “intercity” bus stop on its route between Minneapolis and Sioux Falls, S.D. at SouthWest Station, 13500 Technology

Drive, Eden Prairie. Jefferson Lines provides intercity service in the upper Midwest states and is especially popular with college students in Duluth, Sioux Falls and other cities. The current schedule offers service to Sioux Falls 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from SouthWest Station. Eastbound service along the same routing arrives in Eden Prairie at 4:25 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday on its way to Minneapolis. The routing includes stops in Glencoe, Hutchinson, Litchfield, Willmar, Clara City, Granite Falls, Marshall, Ruthton, Pipestone, Luverne and Sioux Falls, SD. Staff is available at SouthWest Station Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to sell tickets for any Jefferson Lines route. Connections can be made for trips throughout most of the United States. Jefferson Lines is a Minneapolisbased intercity bus company that provides intercity bus service to 13 states, serving more than 170 communities nationwide.

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COMMUNITY LINE Students from Eden Prairie have been named to the dean’s list, graduated from or received other honors from the universities, colleges or groups listed. Terry Prindiville and Michelle Turner graduated from Bethel University, St. Paul. Hodo K Abdi, Matthew T Adams, Katayoun Amjadi, Elizabeth S Anderson, Petra C Bachour, Brittany M Balagna, Cameron M Beiersdorf, Laurine E Berg, Allison A Bertelson, Kristen A Bertelson, Brice J Blahnik, Samuel G Buck, Corbin J Buechler, Aura Cernatinskyte, Donna J Coetzee, Jordan R Collins, Jennifer R Crist, Kimberly M Currier, Jennifer C Dworak, Nina R Dylla, Linden L Falk, Mahin J Fernando, Shannon J Fletcher, Jeffrey M Frankosky, Hayley Freeman, Gabrielle M Ghreichi, Shane I Goronkin, Shamsu Dini O Hashi, Sara K Hauck, Tyler L Herzog, Alice Hindanov, Lang M Ho, Laura P Hoffman, Holly M Hornseth, Elizabeth M Hustad, Maggie R Hysjulien, Salman S Ikramuddin, Alyssa A Kettler, Blake Kist, Morgan Kist, Brian J Krause, Shay A Lell, Mitchell W Lenhard, Jessica J Lewis, Katherine M Lunde, Anjuli S Maharaj, Corey D Miller, Hannah E Mohan, Caitlin M Moldenhauer, Lauren M Moriyama,

Iris Nash, Laurel A Nee, Jamie D Nichols, Elli J Norberg, Parker D O’Brien, Rachel L Olson, Cassandra E Opitz, Ryan T Orton, Dana J Osdoba, Arth B Patel, Jeffrey Pearson, Angela E Peterson, Victoria Phuong, Rachel E Powers, Donia L Robinson, William J Rock, Sarah T Sandquist, Christopher S Schroeder, Michael J Serra, Soham A Shah, Melody C Siebel, Siri A Simons, Natalie R Sinn, Dale M Smith, Stephanie A Solfelt, Allison E Spicher, Paul S Stadem, Carter R Stebbins, Margaret R Strampe, Mackenzie A Styrlund, Stefan L Szalkiewicz, Autumn M Tani-Winegarden, Samantha M Tauer, Jared D Venier, Jennifer L Weber, Joseph S Wentzel, Jessica A Wheeler, Mengxi Yang and Jessica A Zuck were named to the University of Minnesota dean’s list. Sarah Elizabeth Claeys of Eden Prairie has been named to the Dean’s List at Clemson University, Clemson, S.C. Bradley Masche and Kathryn Ann Vidal graduated from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. Geofrey Kalanzi graduated from The College of St. Scholastica, Duluth. Megan Grover was named to the Dean’s List at Ithaca College’s School of Health Sciences and Human Performance.

Steven Gerald Addyman graduated from the University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kan. Sarah Barnes has earned a degree in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. Caitlin Hanahoe was named to the fall semester Dean’s List at Bryant University. Nicholas Patrick Denucci, Michael R Gorski, Katherine Julia Hansen, Daniel John Montville and Matthew David graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Hayley Grady graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Superior. Air Force Airman Brett W. Carlson graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. Marisa Krueger graduated from The College of St. Scholastica, Duluth. Sarah Elizabeth Hancock, Krista Marie Lindseth, David John Schatz and Davis Edward Snyder were named to the dean’s list at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. Suresh Batchu, Amanda Bennett, Jane Best, Matthew Bright, Joseph Cegla, Bikram Duwal, David Flom, Ryan Fritzke, Alees Gleason, Caitlin Haase, Travis Kern, Anne Lee, Ryan Lindahl, Sachin Manandhar, Jeffrey

Mauser, Matthew MulQueeny, Alexander Noble, Mikkee Olson, Kirbi Premkumar, Robert Roeglin, Travis Rother, Brooke Sanders, Shajia Sharmin, Joshua Sheehan, Ivy Stevens and Lucas Wilde graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Brett Bork and Stephanie Christine Spading were named to the University of Milwaukee dean’s list. David Bergstrand was named to the dean’s list at Augsburg College. Andrew Benson, Miles Campbell, Ellen Carlson, Kaylee Damasin, Rachel Lindgren, Derek Mostad, Brandon Nelson, Sean Nonhof and Chelsea Norton were named to the dean’s list at Bemidji State University. Laura Behlke, Min Bista, Carryn Broich, Amanda Cuka, Eric Cuka, Andrew Goertz, Christopher Groven, Jason Steigauf, Shivli Tandon, Aaron Tavares, Douglas Tucker and Kelly Whipple graduated from the St. Cloud State University. Lauren Buhler, Rachel Fragale, Jonathan Hamilton, Fatema Karim, Ravi Teja Kasukurthi Venkata, Christian Morana, Brent Ness, Kathleen Nordby and Steven O’Malley graduated from the University of St. Thomas.

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Jon and Holly Dundore of Burnsville, Minnesota announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Dundore, to Andrew Brown, son of Larry and Judy Brown of McGregor, Minnesota. Jessica and Andrew met in college at the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point. The couple now resides in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, where they both work. Jessica is the speech therapy assistant for ISD 318. Andrew is the assistant area supervisor for parks and trails at the Grand Rapids-DNR. Their wedding is planned for Labor Day weekend of this year.

Madeleine Sasseville of Bloomington, MN and Jimmy Adkins of Beaufort, SC, were married in Savannah, GA on November 11, 2011. They met while volunteering at the Community Bible Church of Savannah. Madeleine, daughter of David and Mary Sasseville of Bloomington, MN, graduated from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 2007 and The Savannah College of Art & Design in 2011. Jimmy is a college graduate and has a certificate in Biblical Counseling from Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia.

He is employed by Avenue 365 Lender Services and Madeleine is a free lance professional artist. The marriage ceremony was performed by Pastor Bill Fowler at The Community Bible Church of Savannah. The reception was held at 45 Bistro at The Marshall House in Historic Savannah, GA. Madeleine and Jimmy now make their home in Philadelphia, PA.

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Police and fire log The following incidents were reported to the Eden Prairie Police Department, Feb. 23 to March 1 Number of reported incidents, by type: • Assault – 1 • Burglary – 2 • Damage to property – 1 • Disorderly conduct – 4 • Drugs – 3 • DWIs – 5 • Fire calls – 27 • Suspicious person – 4 • Suspicious vehicle – 7

• Tamper with auto – 7 • Theft – 11 • Vehicle crash – 21 Please note the incidents listed represent only a small fraction of the daily calls for service received by the Eden Prairie Police Department. All incidents are as originally reported to police, and may not reflect the results of further investigation; therefore, it is possible that the incidents listed were found to be something other than what was originally reported.

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(Official Publication) NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING Minnesota Statutes §§103D.605 & 103D.745 NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT BOARD OF MANAGERS Rules Amendment – Technical Clarifications to Rules Adopted in 2008 NOTICE HEREBY IS GIVEN that the Board of Managers, Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m., March 21, 2012, at the offices of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District located at 7710 Computer Avenue, Suite 135, Edina, Minnesota, on proposed technical clarifications to the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District rules adopted in 2008.

(Official Publication) NOTICE OF SALE AND DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY PS Orangeco, Inc. and/or Shurgard TRS. Inc. will conduct sales(s) at Public Storage located at Eden Prairie 08308: 7921 Eden Prairie Rd., Eden Prairie, MN 55347. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at public auction on March 28, 2012 at 12:00 pm personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. The name of the person(s) whose personal property is to be sold is as follows: 1013 - Lenarz, Lynn; 1303 - Rodriguez, Anthony; 1312 - Hanson, Kathleen; 1501 - Jacobwith, Monica; 1601 - Finken, Jan; 2115 - Sweeney, James; 2220 - Finken, Jan; 3011 - Finken, Jan; 5008 - Sweeney, James. (Mar. 8 & 15, 2012) PS 08308 D4-EP-Mar28 Auction

(Official Publication) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 27-PA-PR-12-249 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Jack Lee Ellis, a/k/a Jack L. Ellis, a/k/a Jack Ellis DECEDENT

This housekeeping rulemaking by the District provides technical clarifications to rules adopted in 2008. Review and approval of the amendments will be conducted according to the standard process found in Minnesota Statutes section 103D.341. The Board of Managers welcomes questions and comments from the public, especially municipalities, Hennepin County, state agencies and public and private owners of property in the watershed, during the rulemaking process. Please see the District website – http://www.ninemilecreek.org – or contact the District office at 952-835-2078 if you have any questions or seek additional information on this rulemaking. Send written comments to Kevin Bigalke, NMCWD, 7710 Computer Avenue, Suite 135, Edina, MN 55435. Dated: February 29, 2012 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF MANAGERS NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT /S/Jodi Peterson Jodi Peterdon, Secretary (Mar. 8 & 15, 2012) A4/D1/D2/D3/D4RulesAmendment

Public Notice (Official Publication) NOTICE OF SALE AND DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY PS Orangeco, Inc. and/or Shurgard TRS. Inc. will conduct sales(s) at Public Storage located at Eden Prairie 08307: 6570 Flying Cloud Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at public auction on March 28, 2012 at 1:00 pm personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. The name of the person(s) whose personal property is to be sold is as follows: 0111 - Rauenhorst, Michael; 0113 Gesche, Jay; 0455 - Miller, Theodore; 0619 - Morgan, Lonnie; 0623 - Delao, Paul; 0687 - Chughtai, Ghulam; 0718 Ahlgren, John; 0866 - Donald F. Shiff & Associates; 0935 - Baldovinos, Rufina; 1483 - Davis, Kate; 1653 - Amundsen, Sara. (Mar. 8 & 15, 2012) PS 08307 D4-EP-Mar28 Auction

Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated 04/16/2009, has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Petra B. Arendtsen whose address is: 4238 South 675 East, Ogden, UT 84403 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. 524.3-607) 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. 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 within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: February 23, 2012 Alonna Warns

Registrar Dated: February 23, 2012 Mark S. Thompson Court Administrator Attorney For Personal Representative Paul V. Sween Adams, Rizzi & Sween, P.A. 300 First Street NW Austin, MN 55912 File No.: 87985 Tel. (507) 433-7394 Fax. (507) 433-8890 Attorney Registration No. 107761 (Mar. 8 & 15, 2012) D4-EllisProbate

Certificate of Assumed Name (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Elite Sports Advising Principal Place of Business: 11310 Lanewood Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Musil Ventures, LLC, 11310 Lanewood Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 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 in-

formation 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: February 13, 2012 /s/ Amanda Musil, Owner (Mar. 1 & 8, 2012) D4-EliteSportsAdvising

Certificate of Assumed Name (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE AMENDMENT TO 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. The exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Backstreet Kitchen The address of the principal place of business: 7264 Washington Avenue South, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 The name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name: Backstreet Kitchen, LLC, 7264 Washington Avenue South, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name Number 44736490002 originally filed on 10/12/2011 under the name Backstreet Kitchen, Inc.

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Minnesota Statutes section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

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.

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Eden Prairie High School’s boys swimming team earned its fourth state title, first since 2005, by winning the Class AA championship last weekend at the University of Minnesota Aquatic Center.

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MacKenzie Dent The Eden Prairie senior gymnast earned gold medals on uneven bars and floor exercise at the state AA meet Feb. 25 at the University of Minnesota Sports Pavilion. She was second in all-around and third on vault.

Sam Brancale This Eden Prairie senior wrestler claimed a gold medal at 126 pounds during the state Class 3A tournament.

Jordan Peterson Eden Prairie’s senior center came through with an 18-point scoring effort to help the Eagles defeat Wayzata 71-52 in Lake Conference basketball action Feb. 28.

Jack Klukas Pomona-Pitzer College (Calif.) freshman Jack Klukas of Eden Prairie was named SCIAC Men’s Basketball Newcomer of the Year. Klukas was also chosen to the allconference first team. Klukas, a forward, averaged 9.5 points per game and had 42 assists in 26 games.

Kyle Rau University of Minnesota freshman left winger scored two powerplay goals during the Gophers’ 3-2 WCHA hockey victory over Nebraska-Omaha Feb. 25.

Ben Brancale The Eden Prairie freshman wrestler earned a bronze medal for his third-place finish in the 120pound weight class at the state 3A tournament last weekend.

Aaron Greenberg This Eden Prairie swimmer achieved two gold medals at the state AA meet last weekend at the U of M Aquatic Center.

Eagle swimmers proudly display their state AA championship trophy after the finals March 3. Eden Prairie won its fourth state boys swimming title by a margin of 108.5 points. (Submitted photo)

State swimming supremacy Eden Prairie wins Class AA title with dominating performance BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Eden Prairie headed into the State AA Boys Swimming and Diving Meet last weekend confident it would have a great chance to win the title. The Eagles sent a large delegation to state after dominating the Section 6AA finals the previous week. Eden Prairie was dominant again at state winning the championship by 108.5 points. The Eagles claimed their fourth state boys swimming title by scoring 314.5 points. Maple Grove and

Minnetonka shared second-place honors with 206 points. Rounding out the top five state finishers were fourth-place Rosemount (178) and fifth-place Edina (159). Eden Prairie had five event winners while overpowering state foes. “It was exciting to win the championship and place first in so many events,” said Eden Prairie head coach Kelly Boston. “Friday night’s prelims were critical to our success and we did very well in that competition. “We also had three strong relay teams that helped us score a lot of points. “We had great support from our fans at the meet,” added Boston. Eden Prairie won its first state boys swim title since 2005. Two Eagle relay teams won gold

medals. Eden Prairie’s 200-yard freestyle relay of Aaron Greenberg, Maverick Hovey, Mike Solfelt and Bryce Boston combined for a Minnesota all-time state meet record time of 1 minute, 23.90 seconds. Eden Prairie also won a gold medal in the 400 freestyle relay (3:06.01). That relay consisted of Greenberg, Boston, Solfelt and Hovey. Eden Prairie added points in the 200 medley relay with a fifth-place time of 1:38.18. Members of that relay were Sam Hansen, Griffin Back, Jenia Foster and Brandt Swanson. Greenberg was a two-time gold medalist for state champion Eden Prairie. STATE TO PAGE 29

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Eagles head to section girls b-ball finals BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS

Eden Prairie wrestling co-head coach Tom Gruhlke carries his 126-pound state champion Sam Brancale off the mat after the Eagle senior defeated Mitch Bengtson of St. Cloud Apollo in the finals March 3. (Photo by Rick Orndorf)

State wrestling golden moment Eden Prairie’s Sam Brancale pulls off reversal in final seconds to win 126-pound title BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS A gold-medal bid seemed to be out of Eden Prairie senior wrestler Sam Brancale’s reach as he took a quick glance at the clock showing only 10 seconds remaining in his state Class 3A 126-pound championship match March 3 at Xcel Energy Center. Brancale was behind 1-0 to Mitch Bengtson of St. Cloud Apollo in the final seconds. A gold medal was at stake along with an opportunity for Brancale to end Bengtson’s state-

record 179-match win streak. The Eden Prairie wrestler managed to execute a reversal with four seconds left and earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over four-time state champion Bengtson. “I knew I had to do something quickly when I looked at the clock and saw there were only 10 seconds remaining,” said Brancale. “Bengtson had his arm around my waist and I managed to roll him over during a scramble. “Winning that gold medal was the best way to end my high school wrestling career.” Brancale finished his senior season with a 35-1 record. He also won a state title as a sophomore in the 103-pound weight class and placed third at 119 pounds at state last season. Brancale avenged a 1-0 loss to

Bengtson in the state quarterfinals last season. “I knew Bengtson had a lot of pressure on him trying to keep his staterecord winning streak going,” said Brancale. “I get nervous before every match but had a lot of extra adrenalin for my match with Bengtson.” Eden Prairie co-head coach Tom Gruhlke was excited as Brancale was after the championship match. He carried his star wrestler off the mat on his shoulders after Brancale’s 2-1 triumph. “Sam uses his speed and quickness well on the mat,” said coach Gruhlke. “He gave up an escape and fell behind 1-0 against Bengtson, a very good wrestler. “But Sam managed to scramble and get a reversal in the final seconds.” Brancale opened the tournament

Eden Prairie’s inside/outside scoring punch of senior forward Jackie Johnson and senior guard Shayne Mullaney proved to be the knockout blow as the Eagles defeated Bloomington Kennedy in the Class 4A, Section 2 girls basketball semifinals. Johnson dominated inside action by scoring 25 points and Mullaney contributed 23 points while hitting perimeter shots as second-seed Eden Prairie advanced to the section finals with a 6551 victory over third-seed Kennedy March 3 at Hopkins Lindbergh Center. Eden Prairie opened the playoffs with a 62-41 triumph over seventh-seed Bloomington Jefferson in the quarterfinals Feb. 29 at home. The Eagles meet No. 1 seed Edina in the Section 2 championship game at 7 p.m. Friday, March 9, at Hopkins Lindbergh Center. Eden Prairie split with Edina during the regular season, winning 63-56 before losing 36-34. “Edina has three very good players in [Katybeth] Biewen, [M.C.] McGrory and [Lindsey] Johnson,” said Eden Prairie head coach Chris Carr. “We need to play a great basketball game to beat Edina.” Eden Prairie played one of its best games of the season while defeating Kennedy by 14 points in the semifinals. EP led 30-23 at halftime and kept increasing its lead in the second half with the aid of Johnson and Mullaney. “Johnson had a strong second half and was a force around the basket,” said coach Carr. “And Mullaney’s presence at point guard allowed other players to settle down.” Cassy Saxton and Samantha Trammel scored seven and six points respectively for the Eagles. Eden Prairie dominated Jefferson in the quarterfinals winning by 21 points. The Eagles had a balanced attack that featured Mullaney (16), Johnson (13), Trammel (10), Martha Kuderer (9) and Saxton (7). Scherber topped the Jaguar scoring chart with 24 points.

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FROM PAGE 27 Greenberg placed first in the 50 freestyle with a time of 20.93 seconds. He also won the 100 freestyle (45.65). Hovey was state champion in the 100 butterfly (49.52). He was second in the 200 freestyle (1:41.64). Jonathan Lieberman came through with a second-place time of 4:33.40 in the 500 freestyle. He was third in the 200

Wrestling Champions FROM PREVIOUS PAGE with a pin of Jacob Rositas of Moorhead. Then the Eagle senior defeated Shamar Williams of Apple Valley 12-2 in the quarterfinals. Brancale beat Evan Coldon of Elk River 9-3 in the semifinals before pulling off the exciting win over Bengtson. Three other Eden Prairie wrestlers also competed at state.

Bronze medalist Sam’s younger brother, Ben, finished third at 120 pounds. Ben Brancale pinned Cole Sladek of St. MichaelAlbertville at 5:12 of the third-place match. Ben Brancale concluded his season with a 39-5 record. He won an 11-3 decision over Jake Stufft of Wayzata in the opening round and beat Dustin Wienman of Irondale 14-4 in the quarterfinals. Andy Underhill of Burnsville defeated Ben Brancale 7-5 in the semifinals. But he bounced back in wrestle-

backs to defeat Dakota Wangsness of Albert Lea 8-4. Junior Matt Gribben also represented Eden Prairie at state. He won two of four matches in the 152-pound weight class. Gribben, 34-9 overall, won 6-2 over Taylor Charles of St. Francis before losing 13-2 to T.J. Ohara of Tartan. In wrestlebacks, Gribben beat Romal Daniel 8-6 but lost 8-0 to Joe Carpenter of Moorhead. Senior Melvin De-Souza was Eden Prairie’s fourth state entrant. He lost 10-4 to Richard Carlson of Mounds View before losing 8-6 in overtime to Jace Engelmann of Brainerd in wrestlebacks. De-Souza compiled a 31-11 record during his senior season. “It was a good weekend for our wrestling program,” said coach Gruhlke. “Our four state performances were great for Eden Prairie wrestling. “The future for our program looks good with all but two seniors returning next season.” One of those seniors will always have fond memories of his final 10 seconds of high school wrestling competition.

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2050

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2170

Drywall

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

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2180

Electric Repairs

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2250

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2260

Garage Door

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Fertilizing

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Moving, Storage & Shipping

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

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HOME SPARKLERS Reliable Fussy Reasonable 20+ yrs, Ref/Ins 612-869-3661

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Insulation & Weatherproofing

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DAVE'S PAINTING and WALLPAPERING Int/Ext â&#x20AC;˘ Free Est â&#x20AC;˘ 23 Yrs Will meet or beat any price! Lic/Ins Visa/MC BBB 952-469-6800 DAVE'S Painting Int/Ext 3 Rooms $175. Paper rem Enamel Refs avail. 952-201-1577 St. Christoper Decorating

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2420

Painting

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2510

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2510

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2280

Mowing

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Master Plumber. Semi retired. Bath remodeler, tile, piping, misc. Lic. #058689PM 651-983-6300 Credit cards accepted.

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2470

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763-792-2999 Geno's Sewer & Drain

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Powerwashing

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2630

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2660

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Grandview Park Cemetery, Hopkins, MN. 2 side by side plots, $950 ea. 602-861-8082

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2620

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Dawn Valley Cemetery 2 plots asking $1,750 each or best offer. 312-927-2060

Trimming/Removal & Stump Removal. Lic/Ins. Free Ests Leo 612-210-0381/952-933-1458

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Cemetery Lots

NEW HORIZONS TREE & LANDSCAPING

Parkway Tree Service Quality Work At Affordable Prices!

PRO PAPER HANGING Removal, Paint/Plaster

Merchandise

3090

Thomas Tree Service

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3000

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952-451-7151 Ins/Bonded

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2620

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Collectibles & Art

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3130

Estate Sales

EDINA Interior Designer's Estate Sale March 16, 17, 18 (9am-4pm) 959 Nine Mile Cove East (off 169 & Lincoln Dr.) Follow white signs. Please - no parking in front of mail boxes.

18th & 19th Century antiqs. from France; Bonnetier Wine tatsting tbl; Vitrine; buffet w/plate rack; pullup chairs; dressing tbl; 2 person desk; Estagnier (plate rack); NEW uphols. Pearson furn.; NEW Lorts hdbrd; 4 match sidechairs; misc. side tbls; Widdicomb coffee tbl; antiq. brass bed; Irish antiq. chest; 4 antiq wood bar chairs & pads; & much more furn. & access. not listed! Bedspreads, pillows, drapes & full sets of Spode, Lenox & Vietre dishes. Kitchen items; Art & framed pictures incl. Salvadore Dali Lincoln relief & more! Fabulous, hi-quality sale!

952-944-2295

3150

Fireplace & Firewood

3 Year dry Oak mix, 4x8x16 $119 or 2 for $219. Stored indoors. Free delivery & stacked 612-845-0957

3160

Furnishings

Authentic, lovely, Amish Oak Rolltop Desk, 25x57x54 $2,350 Must see! 612-750-0499

BR Set: Qn. size, light wood, bkcase hdbrd, triple drssr, 2 nite stands. Mint cond! $400. 952-831-2998 Pine Log Handmade Twin Loft Bed $500or OBO 763559-9344.

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WANTED Hifi/stereo equip., HAM, & misc. old electronics. Andy 651-329-0515 Buying Old Trains & Toys

STEVE'S TRAIN CITY

952-933-0200

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Musical Instuments

Piano player: mahog. Upright. $849 612-377-4715

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3525

Garage Sales this week Edina

Pets

3970

EXOTIC BIRD & SMALL ANIMAL SALE Mar. 10th & June 9th 10:00a – 3:00p - $2 VFW Hall 5880 Omaha Ave N. Stillwater (608) 290-2108

4000

Family Care

4200

Child Care Wanted

Shakopee - FT Nanny Mature, loving Nanny with Infant experience for Twins Beg. 5/15/12 $550 wk

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All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women; and people securing custody of children under 18.

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This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of 5000 Rentals the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in Senior this newspaper are availRentals able on an equal opportuSouth Mpls: New opportunity basis. To complain of nity to rent a 1BR apart- discrimination call HUD ment in an established toll-free telephone number 55+ building. Convenient for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. location. Call 612-721-5077 lovingcarehomeservices.com

Moving: 3/9-10 (9-5) Much misc., fabric, books, furn., china. 4313 Cornelia Cir.

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Moving/Estate: Fri 3/16 (8-4); Sat 3/17 (8-1). Furn., rugs, piano, sports, tools, HH. 5504 Glengarry Prkwy

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Leisure Boat Services, Storage & Slips

Don't Be Left Aground Come Boat the Mississippi www.watergatemarina.net Slips available for all sizes Plenty of water!

Call JP at 651-695-3783

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Sporting Goods & Misc

Personal Gun Collection for Sale. High quality! Call for pricing. 612-408-0222

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Agriculture/ Animals/Pets Pets

Peeka & Boo, 2 sweet & beautiful, bro & sis, orange tabby cats, together only to a special loving home. All tests/shots/spay/neut. $75 for both. Jerry 952-888-9524

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Senior Rentals

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Talheim in Chaska Now accepting applications for the 1BR waiting list for Senior 62 years & older.

952-361-0310 EHO

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LKVILLE RENT2OWN Bad Credit ok. 4Br/3Ba $1850/mo. 612.216.6248 Turn your unneeded items in to

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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

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Employment Business Opps & Info

Advertising Disclaimer Because we are unable to check all ads that are placed in our media, we encourage you to be safe and be careful before giving out any important information such as credit card numbers or social security numbers, when responding to any ad.

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Health Care

LPNS NEEDED TO COMPLETE OUR TEAM! ACR Homes, a leader in the human service field, is looking for LPNs to perform direct care in residential settings. Variable pay based on shift, competitive benefits and generous 401k. Positions available at our Lakeville home. Call 651-415-9991 for more info. EEO/AA

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Rooms For Rent

Move In Special Incl. all utils, phone, cable & Internet. Weekly pay option.

Call for details: Michael (763) 227-1567

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Mpls – 1BR, Heat, A/C, nr trans & pkway $760 mo 952-457-0627 952-922-5492

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2008 Mobile Home for Rent with option to Buy 3BR, 1BA, $800/mo Krestwood Mobile Village 10225 Lyndale Ave S. Bloomington. Call Carol 952-807-5331

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PCA PCA needed in central Bloomington, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 9am-5pm and possible weekend hours. Call Molly at 952-814-7400 Regency Home HealthCare is seeking part time/full time/float/casual; day, eve and night RN/LPN's to provide services to ventilator dependent clients in private homes as well as group settings throughout the metro. Must have great attention to detail, strong problem solving skills, excellent communication and clinical skills. Current MN nursing license and CPR required. If interested please submit online application at www.regencyhhc.com or fax resume attn: Julie @ 651-488-4656. EOE

Be your own Boss! Look for businesses for sale in Class 9010!

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rents based on income for qualified adults 62 years of age and better Controlled access entry Elevator Laundry facility on site Community room with kitchen Great location, close to bus line, medical and shopping Computer lab

SOUTH HAVEN APARTMENTS 3400 PARKLAWN AVE EDINA More Information:

952-831-3372 www.commonbond.org

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Help Wanted/ Full Time

A New Career We're looking for motivated individuals to join Minnesota's #1 real estate team. We'll provide the training and resources. You bring the desire for personal and financial growth. Together we'll build your real estate career. Call Irene Levy at 952-949-4759 or email: iblevy@cbburnet.com

Administrative Position Process insurance agents licensing/contracting paperwork for 30+ insurance carriers. Multi task & knowledge of MS Office req. Hrly + benefits. Entry level to insurance background accepted. Send resume w/ salary req to hr@ecamarketing.com or fax 952-229-8601 Attn-CDL-A Drivers Dedicated recreational boat hauling, preloaded & secured freight on gooseneck trailers -Deliver to locations in the US & Canada -Excellent pay & benefits -Out 2 weeks at a time -Must have 1yrs of OTR exp., Passport & TWIC Expect the BEST at TMC! Call 800-247-2862 x1 www.tmctrans.com Biz-2-Biz Interviewing Home Based Business mktg experience. No home calling. 15+hrs/ wk avail from your home. M-F days. $13-$18/hr. Call 952-252-6000 infotechmarketing.com

Contractor Drivers Independent Contractor with own Dock, Cube or Sprinter. Dynamex, an industry leader in the messenger and dedicated logistics delivery business has Contractor Driver opportunities available.

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Best Buy Senior Finance Manager Enterprise Capital Evaluation, Real Estate Richfield, MN DESCRIPTION: Best Buy Enterprise Services has an opening in Richfield, Minnesota, for a Senior Finance Manager - Enterprise Capital Evaluation, Real Estate. Conduct quantitative analysis of information and collect, analyze, and interpret data to support the strategic and operating plans of capital evaluation and corporate real estate initiatives; create specialized custom analytical tools which apply finance theory, statistical methods of forecasting and accounting rules to model capita investment decisions; lead finance team to support financial planning and forecasting processes by providing data and quantifying financial opportunities and risk, and communicate results. REQUIREMENTS: Requires MBA with a concentration in Finance or Applied Corporate Finance with at least two years of experience as a financial analyst leading audits and analyzing financial statements for a Fortune 100 company in the consumer retail industry, at least one year of which involved analyzing corporate real estate portfolios. To apply please go to: www.bestbuy-jobs.com. Keyword search: Senior Finance Manager - Enterprise Capital Evaluation, Real Estate

Education

Sign on Bonus and Fuel Surcharge provided. Build your own company and be your own boss. To find out more please call Donna 651-746-5945

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Manufacturing. All skill levels & warehouse/Forklift. Call for more info 952-924-9000 OTG Management Award winning airport food & beverage operator with more than 135 restaurants and eateries We are hiring: FT/PT Cashiers, Host/Hostess, Counter Personnel, and Utility Workers. Please attend one of our open house recruiting sessions held on Wednesday's from 10am-2pm at the Minneapolis - St. Paul Airport, terminal 1, baggage claim area in the office behind carousel's 7 & 8. Please bring resume along and references Janitorial

Great Supplemental Income!

Area Service Route Representative Will train to service restroom deodorizing units in the western WI region & area southeast of Twin Cities. Must be able to use hand/power tools & drive personal vehicle. 4-5 days/ month, possible increase in hours in the future. To apply call 1-800-537-1376 and dial x 628 to leave a voicemail for the hiring manager. EOE www.KBS-Clean.jobs

Metropolitan Mosquito Control District

BIOLOGY LAB/FIELD INSPECTOR POSITIONS $12.35 per hour LAB Six full time seasonal positions available starting in early April & hiring through May. Gain experience in insect & mammal taxonomy, data recording, assist in fieldwork & studies. Microscope & computer experience & general knowledge of biology helpful. FIELD An additional six full time seasonal inspector positions available starting April or May. Work outdoors, usually using bicycles, & assist with other research. GIS, GPS & computer experience helpful. All positions require applicants to be at least 18 years old & have Minnesota driving privileges & a good driving record. All positions based in St. Paul. Length of season less than six months. To apply, return a completed District application, postmarked by March 31, 2012. To request an application, call 651645-9149, FAX 651-645-3246 (TTY use MN Relay Service), or visit our website at www.mmcd.org Metropolitan Mosquito Control District 2099 University Ave. W St Paul, MN 55104

Sales Reps * BURNSVILLE & MINNETONKA BRANCH * Looking for a CAREER, NOT just a pay check? All experience levels encouraged to apply! Competitive base + commission Benefits: Paid Training, benefits package and fuel reimbursement. Required to pass: Drug screen, background and motor vehicle record checks. Apply at: TruGreenJobs.com Burnsville 952-895-3400 Minnetonka 952-933-7360 AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

MMCD is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply Itching for success in our diverse and changing world.

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Teacher Drivers Full-time OTR, Van/ Reefer. Minimum 2 yrs required. Late Model equipment. Regional/ Long haul. Weekend Home time. Competitive wage DOE. Call Nik: 651-325-0307

EXPERIENCED TOW DRIVERS! FT/PT. 612-919-4071 ALT. # 952-949-2900

Kinderberry Hill Child Development Center in Eden Prairie is accepting resumes for a Teacher in our Toddler program. Candidate must be Teacher Qualified under MN Rule 3 guidelines. We offer a fun, professional environment, 401K, health, dental and life insurance, plus more. For more information or to schedule an interview call Jackie @ 952-345-8012. E.O.E.

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OUTDOOR WORK Metropolitan Mosquito Control District Mosquito Inspector Positions $12.35 per hour Full-time seasonal positions are available throughout the metro area beginning in April/May Employment less than 6 months Work outdoors, independently and in a team environment Learn new skills performing a variety of tasks No experience required Paid on-the-job training Overtime/weekend work required on occasion Must be at least 18 years of age and have a good driving record To apply, a District application must, return a completed District application, postmarked by March 31, 2012 Visit www.mmcd.org, a field office, or call 651-645-9149 TTY use MN Relay Service for an application Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

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COOK Eve's-70hrs per pay period Golden Living Center is looking for Full time, evenings Cook. Experienced in Nursing Home required. Competitive wages. Apply to: Golden LivingCenter 9200 Nicollet Ave So Bloomington, Mn. 952-881-8676 EOE M/F/D/V Drug free workplace

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www.minnlocal.com – Thursday, March 8, 2012 – Eden Prairie Sun-Current Help Wanted/ Part Time

Medical Assistant Busy peds clinic in West metro needs FT MA w/ 2yrs+ peds exp. Strong caring work ethic. X-Ray cert preferred. Fax resume to Tara @ 952-473-7908

Part-time lifeguard positions are available at the Lafayette Country Club in Minnetonka Beach on beautiful Lake Minnetonka. To work in our indoor or outdoor pools, current Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid certifications are required. Weeknight and weekend shifts are available for enthusiastic, outgoing and responsible individuals. We provide competitive wages, a great work environment and can be flexible with start times to accommodate students. Contact us by email at: Pool.Fitness@ LafayetteClub.com or fill out an application at our front desk. Lafayette Country Club PO Box 128 2800 Northview Road Minnetonka Beach MN 55361

Thomas Allen Inc.: Program Counselor (Richfield) Hours: E/O Sat & Sun 10am-9pm. Experience preferred, Lifting required (up to 75 lbs), Total cares home. Driver's license, clean record required. To Apply: Suew@ thomasalleninc.com or 651-789-1230 x332 For more openings and information go to: www.thomasalleninc.com AA/EOE Social Services

Thomas Allen Inc.: Program Manager (South St. Paul) Hours: 20 hrs/wk flexible, Must be QMRP or DC, valid DL & insurance. 1 year exp. working with persons with DD (2yrs if DC) 1 yr supervisory exp. pref'd. Duties include: Oversee day to day operations of DD home, hiring, training, scheduling staff, writing programs/reports, chairing client meetings, oversee financial status of client/home, med. monitoring, etc. To Apply email letter of interest/resume: Katya@ thomasalleninc.com Visit us at www.thomasalleninc.com AA/EOE

SEPTRAN IS NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS 9450 DRIVERS AT THIS TIME

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Local Stipend Volunteer Position

Please check back for future opportunities!

We have been transporting special needs students for over 40 years. Thank you for considering Septran, Inc.

SEPTRAN INCORPORATED

2000 W. 96TH ST. • BLOOMINGTON

Junkers & Repairable Wanted

Runners & Non Runners 612-810-7606 Licensed/Bonded/Insured www.cash4clunkers.com

Mystery Shoppers Earn up to $100/day. Undercover shoppers needed to judge retail & dinning establishments. No exp req. Call 855-219-4443 Social Services

Lifeguard

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The Senior Companion Program is looking for women age 55+ willing to be a friendly visitor to those who are isolated and homebound. Need to commit minimum 15 hours per week, be comfortable driving and working independently. Reimbursement for time, meals, and travel.

Contact Kate Neuhaus 651-310-9447

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Cheap Car Insurance Call John - 952-842-1163

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$ $200 + UP $

$225+ for most Vehicles Free Towing 952-818-2585 CASH! For Your Junked Wrecks or Unwanted Vehicles. Free Tow-Aways

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Motorcycle, Moped, Motor Bike

Motorcycles Wanted! Cash for used & Damaged 651-285-1532

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Vans, SUVs, & Trucks

01 GMC Yukon XLT 1500

AT, 4WD, Red w/grey lthr, heated seats, 230K, very well maint., 1 owner, clean inside/out, no rust, 3rd seat, rear heat/ac. $4500 Mike 612 987 1044

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Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the above classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it is illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. Toll free numbers may or may not reach Canada

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