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Sprinkler code repealed to boost economic development Fire chief, one council member concerned about impacts BY LORI CARLSON editor@plamerican.com
The city of Prior Lake’s attempt to spur economic development now includes repealing a fi re ordinance that required sprinkler systems in new commercial buildings or existing business that expand. Though Fire Chief Doug Hartman had testified at council meetings about sprinklers’ effectiveness in saving lives and reducing the cost of damages in fi res, Prior Lake City Council members on Tuesday repealed state
Several council members believe the cost of installing sprinkler systems impedes economic development, especially for small businesses.
Chapter 1306, an option for cities to require sprinkler systems. The review of the code came about as a result of River Valley Veterinary Services’ proposal to expand its business. In October, council members approved tax-increment fi nancing to help the vet clinic double its current 7,500-square-foot building off Highway 13, including the addition of a dog daycare and boarding facility. The business owners and several council members believe the cost of installing sprinkler systems impedes economic development, especially for
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small businesses. Hartman said he did not support repealing Chapter 1306, “as it is the best option in the code to protect the public and our fi refighters.” The fire chief said he appreciates that the council didn’t take the decision lightly. Council members requested additional information, including installation costs vs. insurance paybacks, as well as evidence of sprinklers making fi re scenes safer for fi refighters, before voting on the issue.
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“By repealing [Chapter] 1306, we’re still abiding by state law and international building code. We are making economic development here in Prior Lake reasonable.”
“I agree with the fire chief that sprinkler systems are very effective fireprevention technology. You can pay now, or eventually someone’s going to pay if they have a big fire.”
Mike Myser
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BY MERYN FLUKER mfluker@swpub.com
Iowa may have stolen all the attention this week, but Minneapolis is hosting its own caucus, featuring playwrights instead of big-time politicians. Prior Lake mother Sarah McPeck joins six other scribes in the second annual Raucous Caucus, Box Wine Theatre’s politically tinged 10-minute play festival. The event debuted on Thursday and continues on Thursdays and Fridays at Bryant Lake Bowl, 810 W. Lake St., Minneapolis, throughout the rest of the month. McPeck’s entry, “Stuck in the Middle with You,” perhaps taking a note from popular sitcoms, is set in an office. But instead of a paper company or a local government department, McPeck’s workplace has a different objective: it’s the member services department for white middle America. And that environment is where a lot of the show’s political themes arise.
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Local mother Sarah McPeck’s play “Stuck in the Middle with You” debuted on Thursday at Bryant Lake Bowl as part of Box Wine Theatre’s second-annual Raucous Caucus, a 10-minute play festival featuring works with political themes. (Reprints available at photos.plamerican.com.)
Vote to fire Shelton fails Wagner falls short in attempt to terminate administrator BY SHANNON FIECKE sfiecke@swpub.com
The gloves came off Tuesday morning at the end of a routine County Board meeting after county Commissioner Joe Wagner offered a motion to terminate Scott County Administrator Gary Shelton and he was seconded by Commissioner Dave Menden of
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Shakopee. T he move had been rumored for weeks, with Board Chairman Tom Wolf of Credit River Township seen as Gary the swing vote. Shelton Commissioners Barbara Marschall of Prior Lake and Jon Ulrich of Savage fought back, with Ulrich accusing Menden and Wagner of going after Shelton for personal reasons.
Salsa party animals filled Club Prior on Thursday night for a Latin dance night with music by Salsa del Soul. The band specializes in music from the Spanish-speaking Caribbean, including salsa, cha cha and cumbia. Dance instructor Rene Thompson taught enthusiastic learners of all ages how to heat up the dance floor. See a gallery of images at photos. plamerican.com.
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Savage police officer still in critical condition after crash BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com
A 39-year-old Savage police officer is still in critical condition as of Friday morning after he lost control of his squad car on icy roads and struck a tree while responding to a call early Monday. Officer Frank Mackall, of Cottage Grove, was removed from the vehicle by Savage fi refighters and airlifted to North Memorial Medical Center in Robbinsdale, where he remains in critical condition. A press release from the Savage Police Department said that Mackall suffered head injuries in the crash. The crash occurred just after 1 a.m. on Glendale Road near 137th Street, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. Mackall’s squad car was northbound on Glendale and hit a tree on the west side of the road. A passerby saw the crash and called 911, according to Savage Police Capt. Dave Muelken, however, another officer passed the scene prior to the 911 call and had already asked for assistance. Police believe Mackall was on his way to assist fellow officers on a prowler call in the area of 131st Street and Glendale Road. As a result, “Officers were able to get there very quickly,” said Muelken. Mackall has been with the Savage Police Depa r t ment since July 2008. He has a wife, Lisa, and three children. Mackall moved from Ohio to Minnesota in 2004. He worked as a patrol officer with the Woodbury Police Department for six months prior to joining the Savage Police Department.
“[Mackall] is very active within the department, and very popular within the department,” Muelken said, noti ng t hat Macka l l has volu nt e e r e d Savage Police to serve as a Officer Frank cr i me sc ene Mackall technician and a property/evidence technician for the department. Mackall is also among a handful of officers in the department that are trained in crisis intervention. “He’s a very good officer; he has to be to take on that extra responsibility,” said Muelken. The State Patrol is conducting an investigation into the crash and an accident reconstruction, which is typical for such cases. Muelken said the results of the investigation likely won’t be ready for several weeks. The Burnsville Police Department and the Scott County Sheriff’s office also responded to the crash. “Frank’s family and the Savage Police Department are very thankful for the support from surrounding agencies,” stated Muelken. Law enforcement officials from all over the metro have been coming to the hospital to show their support, some even bringing food for the family. Muelken said that Minneapolis Police Department Fourth Precinct Inspector Mike Martin, three officers from Robbinsdale, deputies from the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, at least a dozen Dakota County
Benefit fund The Savage Police Department and the South Metro Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 14, of which Officer Frank Mackall is an active member, have set up a benefit fund in Mackall’s name at Klein Bank to help cover expenses as Mackall recovers from his injuries. Contributions can be made to the Frank Mackall Benefit Fund at any Klein Bank location. Donations also are being accepted by mail at: Klein Bank Savage, Attn: Jill Ryan C/O Frank Mackall Benefit Fund 14141 Glendale Road, Savage, MN 55378 To make a donation via credit card, visit www. mnfop14.org. Click the link for donations, and enter “Frank Mackall Fund” in the comments field.
Drug Task Force members and at least a dozen Savage police of ficers have come to visit Mackall. “It’s been unbelievable,” Muelken said of the support. A CaringBridge website has been set up at www.caringbridge.org/visit/FrankMackall. A benefit fund has been established at Klein Bank to cover expenses as Mackall recovers from his injuries. Shortly after joining the Savage Police Department in the summer of 2008, during a newspaper interview, Mackall said, “Being a police officer is
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A yellow ribbon has been tied around the tree that Officer Frank Mackall struck on Glendale Road early Monday morning.
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Mackall earned a degree in law enforcement from Metropolitan State University.
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Council opts not to comment on latest tribal trust application
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Prior Lake City Council members want the public’s help in finding solutions for downtown’s future, from traffic flow to impact on neighborhoods to access for businesses. As the city continues planning for a redesigned County Road 21, residents and business owners will have a chance to participate in a survey and offer their input. After getting feedback from the council at a workshop Tuesday, City Engineer Larry Poppler said staff could complete a “mini study� to engage residents of the downtown area and owners of local business that would be affected by the county road project. Council members said they hope to find a way to make downtown Prior Lake more “walkable,� including protecting pedestrians and school children near St. Michael’s Catholic School on Duluth Avenue and Premiere Dance Academy on Colorado Street. Minimizing impacts on downtown’s residential areas also is a priority, council members agreed. “I think having a walkable downtown becomes less valuable if you don’t have anyone to walk there,� said Councilman Richard Keeney. The survey would likely require the help of a consultant, Poppler said, but he anticipates it wouldn’t take as long to complete as a study of the County Road 21 corridor, which took about a year and a half and was released in 2005. City engineers already are designing an intersection upgrade, with traffic lights, at County Road 21 and Arcadia Avenue, set for construction this
summer. The city also has notified Scott County that it would like to see an upgrade at the Main Avenue intersection in 2016-17. (The council approved a “baseline� option for a median at Main Avenue in October, rejecting a controversial realignment of County Road 21 through downtown.) “The county is going to try to work with us on that date [for the Main Avenue median], but we’re going to have to line up some state and federal funds as well,� Poppler said. Congestion at County Road 21 and Highway 13 is closely tied to backups at Main Avenue, but city and county engineers have said the state Department of Transportation has higher priorities at this time. As for the design of the Arcadia Avenue intersection, Poppler said he doesn’t think the survey would have a big impact. “We’re already pretty far along with the design,� he said. But the study would involve gathering residents’ and business owners’ input on access to the south side of County Road 21, parking, traffic issues at St. Mike’s and Premiere, and future development needs. “The goal is to minimize impact on residential housing and have changes guided by development rather than forced by government,� Councilman Ken Hedberg said. No cost estimates for the study were given; the council likely will see a follow-up report from city staff in the coming weeks. Also during the workshop, the council discussed options and possible locations of monuments signs identifying downtown Prior Lake, as well as the possibility of decorative streetlights and sidewalks.
Wi-Fi now offered at City Hall Residents can now access free Wi-Fi Internet service at Prior Lake City Hall. In a verbal agreement with Integra Telecom, the city won’t have to pay for the service (Integra gets word-of-mouth advertising via signs about the Web access at City Hall). The city did pay for the router and is responsible for ongoing maintenance of
the router, said Assistant City Manager Kelly Meyer. The fiber-optic connection allows visitors to connect to the Internet with their own portable electronic devices such as laptops, tablets and mobile phones. The service will require users to enter a password, “admin,� before accessing the Web.
T he Cit y H a l l bui ldi ng, which opened in late 2006, has become host to hundreds of meetings, from City Council and advisory committees to those led by local organizations and the general public. Those groups will now have access to the Web in city meeting rooms and council chambers. Lori Carlson
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Prior Lake City Council members will not enter the fray regarding the Shakopee Mdewa k a nton Siou x C ommunity’s latest application for trust land. The council opted Tuesday not to comment on the tribe’s request to place 23 acres of land along County Road 42 into trust status, meaning the tribe would gain planning control over the property and the land would be taken off city tax rolls. Surrounding governmental entities, including Prior Lake, Shakopee and Scott County, have the opportunity to comment before the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) considers the request, though they’re not required to, and the cities and county don’t have any approval authority. T h ou g h S h a ko p e e C it y Council members and some on the Scott County Board have continually opposed the tribe’s requests for trust land, Prior Lake generally has been seen as an ally, with that city’s council supporting the tribe on numerous requests in the past and partnering on a variety of community projects. In fact, the tribe annually gives Prior Lake about $380,000 in “local aid� as a contribution to road projects and park upgrades. Council members said they want to balance the need to protect valuable land with the desire to keep a good relation-
ship with the tribe – a key reason they opted not to raise their concerns about future economic development in the midst of the current tribal land application. “I’m looking at this as an opportunity for communication between the tribal community and the city,� said Councilman Warren Erickson. “I think we start on a staff level, and have our city manager be in contact with [Tribal Administrator] Bill Rudnicki, to set up the terms of a relationship committee.� Council members hope city and tribal staff can establish a sort of joint planning council to address the land ownership push-and-pull between them. The tribe aims to place land into trust to gain development control and secure more land for its members, while city leaders worry they will lose potentially valuable land. The tribe uses the 23-acre piece of land under consideration by the BIA for its Wozupi community gardens, where produce is grown for tribal members and for sale at the tribe’s natural food store, Mazopiya. Property taxes levied on the parcel in 2011 amounted to $4,797, but some city officials estimated the potential annual taxes could be as high as $63,000 if the tribe develops the property in the future. Another figure puts the potential tax revenue at $1.55 million per year for the 569 tribal acres currently in fee status. Councilman Ken Hedberg said he
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Firefighters from across the metro area gathered in Chanhassen Dec. 21 for the announcement that the Minnesota Fallen Firefighter Memorial organization has raised $600,000 to create a new memorial on the grounds of the State Capitol. A concept plan for the memorial calls for names of each of Minnesota’s fallen firefighters to be inscribed on columns. It also includes the memorial sculpture currently at the airport, as well as other design features like a bench for sitting and a wall inscribed with the names of every fire department in the state.
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STUDENT VIEW
Lettering tradition doesn’t always produce a level playing field In high school, students receive a letter to be stitched onto a letterman’s jacket to show the sports and activities in which they have excelled or “lettered.” In 1865, the Harvard basketball team sewed the letter “H” for Harvard onto flannel shirts. The letter jerseys were given to a few fortunate players who played exceptionally well or made a significant contribution to the team. Later it became know as the letterman sweater. The football team adopted the tradition of wearing the letter “H” on their jerseys in 1875. About 30 years later, some high schools started adopting letters as school traditions. Letterman sweaters evolved into letterman jackets. Today, Prior Lake High School also holds this tradition, though letterman jackets have changed in many ways since 1865. In my mind, lettering is a way to show one’s accomplishments while displaying school spirit and pride. Lettering shows how students in the school stand out because of their achievements and contributions to the school. However, the lettering program of Prior Lake has strayed away from this purpose in some ways. It has become more of a competition between students, and sometimes it’s a dishonest competition more than a distinction of high achievement. Letters are sold at the school and in various stores in Prior Lake. Students who letter receive a certificate to purchase their letters, but stores who sell the letterman jackets don’t always ask to see the certificates. So, basically, anyone can purchase a letterman jacket whether or not they meet the standards. Some people do purchase jackets
that have no letter, and some also receive patches in activities in which they have not lettered. Some students see lettering as a status symbol and will do anything to obtain it, even if it means cheating the system. This totally destroys the purpose of lettering. The lettering system has evolved a lot from the first basketball letter at Harvard. Many more activities have become part of the lettering tradition, and I think this only improved the tradition of lettering. Mock trial, speech team, band, choir, theater and others have become part of the Prior Lake lettering program. But still, not every lettering opportunity is available at Prior Lake. Academic lettering does not exist at Prior Lake, and I believe academics are one of the highest accomplishments a student can achieve. They, too, deserve a letter. If the lettering tradition in high schools exclusively included sports, I don’t think it would be necessary to have an academic letter. But Prior Lake has allowed different activities to letter that require determination and excellence. Striving for high academic standards also takes significant determination that should be rewarded for those who wish to accept the challenge. I don’t think I will letter in the sport “play,” but I do envy those who wear their letterman jackets. If academic letters were available at Prior Lake, I think it would provide a good opportunity for me and many others who aren’t strong athletes. Even though the traditions of lettering have changed greatly since 1865, I believe the honor of achievement still holds the same value and distinction for both students and schools. Leah Preslicka is a sophomore at Prior Lake High School.
LETTERS POLICY All letters to the editor submitted for publication in the Prior Lake American will be verified before they are printed. In addition to the letter writer’s name, the letter should contain an address and daytime and evening telephone numbers so the newspaper staff can verify the letter writer’s identity. The Prior Lake American will not print any unverified letters, nor any letters without all the above mentioned information. Letters that are potentially libelous will not be printed or will be edited. However, letters will not be refused because staff disagrees with their content. Letters may be edited as space requires. Not all thank you letters will be printed. Writers should keep their comments under 500 words. Letter writers are limited to one letter per month. Letters to the editor may be sent to: Prior Lake American, P.O. Box 538, Prior Lake, MN 55372 or to editor@plamerican.com. Call Lori Carlson, editor, at (952) 345-6378 for further information. The deadline for letters to the editor is noon Wednesdays.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PRIOR LAKE SCHOOLS
Appreciative of robotics team As the year 2011 comes to a close and I reflect about the things that I should be appreciative of in my life, one thing stands out to me brightly: The Prior Lake middle school robotics club. My twin sons had the great experience of participating in this program this year. At first, my wife and I were quite skeptical when the boys brought home a box full of robot parts and a manual. But lucky for us, we ended up on a team with some other fabulous families in the community who had some experience and helped our boys through the process. As part of the program, our sons had to learn the fundamentals of engineering and software development to create these cool little machines that would eventually roll around and dump footballs into boxes. Working as a team, they learned skills that will definitely be useful to them in the Real World someday. The emphasis was on concepts like gracious professionalism and fair play, rather than becoming the dominant team that will crush the rest. These are skills that I want my kids to be learning. In reward for their hard work, they had the chance to compete in an incredible tournament sponsored by the Prior Lake High School Robotics Team, KING TeC. Those awesome kids did such a great job at putting on the event. From working with each team to help create their robots, to announcing and judging the fi nal matches, these kids should be considered pillars in our community. They put on
this incredible event that made all the participants feel like rock stars while their bots battled one another. In the end, who won didn’t matter, because every child in the program gained fabulous life lessons and also had a whole bunch of fun. Specials thanks go to Joe Passofaro and his wife, April. It is my understanding that their son started the program and they’ve been the parent guides since the beginning. I understand Joe’s volunteer days will come to an end at some point in the near future because his oldest child will be graduating from high school. I sure hope the Prior Lake school system does something to figure out a way to keep the program going, because I want to see a robotics program available to my boys when they get to high school.
Todd Swank Prior Lake
the other three: approval to hire three new city employees, approval for more salary increases, and approval to increase the 2012 spending by 4.5 percent as compared to last year’s budget. It was clear at the truth-in-taxation hearing that residents oppose the way our city is being managed financially. What’s equally clear is that the council majority has no interest in what residents have to say. Their loyalty is apparently with Boyles, who costs taxpayers approximately $200,000 per year in base salary, benefits, car allowance ($5,400 per year), etc. It reinforces my opinion that the threemember majority on the Prior Lake City Council simply does not know what the hell they are doing. The entire country is having to do more with less, while Boyles wants to have more to do less. Thank you, Mayor Myser and Councilman Keeney, for standing up to the taxpayers.
Michael “M.C.” Gresser Prior Lake
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Manager, council majority wrong Thank you to the American for its informative Dec. 24 reporting that the “city has even more surplus than expected.” It’s startling that our city manager, Frank Boyles, with the help of his two assistant city managers, can’t figure out from one week to the next how much money the city has. Given this ineptitude, it’s equally startling that the council majority (Erickson, Hedberg and Soukup) is willing to accept without question, whatever fiscal information Boyles feeds them. Although Mayor Myser and Councilman Keeney voted no, the city manager got what he wanted from
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City didn’t support shop I am very disheartened having read the article about Dakota Liquors closing. I cannot believe our City Council would have voted to move a major chain like MGM adjacent to an already existing liquor store that has been a taxpaying business in Prior Lake for years. It’s time for Prior Lake residents to recall who voted for MGM when it comes time to vote for a council member. Time for change.
Jo Hoffman Prior Lake
School district makes resolutions for the coming year What is your New Year’s resolution this year? As we turn the calendar to 2012, Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools has several, and each of our resolutions, or “strategic directions” as we like to call them, are already in the planning and implementation stages. There are six strategic directions that guide all of our schools in our programs, services and resources. They were designed with input from teachers, parents, community members, administrators, board members and students. As we look ahead to our goals for 2012, our School Board and administrative team recently reflected on all we have accomplished and where we are going as a district in the future. Increase measurable student growth and achievement: Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools has received national recognition for its Advanced Placement programming, which offers increased rigor and helps students prepare for college. Grant dollars used for Response to Intervention have led to greater student success rates in reading. A
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focus this school year is to increase student achievement across the district and continue to help students make progress in their learning and on standardized tests. Continue financial accountability to the community while using available resources to educate students and maintain classsize targets: Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools is committed to being good stewards of our financial resources. We are proud to now have a stable fund balance. Class size is a continued high priority. In the coming year, we
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have set aside dollars to reduce class sizes across our K-12 schools and classrooms. Our commitment into the future is to find cost-saving and revenue-generating opportunities. Expand innovative programming to meet family needs: 2011 brought back to the district Adult Basic Education, English Language Learners and General Education Development classes for adults through our Community Education program. These programs are open to all adults regardless of residence to continue their learning. This year also will focus on the potential for E-STEM and world language immersion options at the elementary level. This study is underway now and recommendations to the School Board are expected this spring regarding the E-STEM study. The immersion options for elementary will be the focus of the second study, which will begin this year with recommendations for the 2013-14 school year. Expand and embed environmental focus across the district: Prior LakeSavage Area Schools is a state leader in environmental education. From
our district-wide organic recycling program and popular student clubs to science curriculum emulated by other schools, we are paving the way to expand environmental education even further in 2012. Integrating technology for teaching and communications; increasing capacity to set standards for all learners using 21st-century skills: 2011 brought a new phone and e-mail system to all employees. It also was the year we implemented a new social media policy for educational use with the goal of engaging students even more by using technology in new and exciting ways. In 2012, our technology goals will expand to include implementing a comprehensive framework for 21st-century learning that includes integrated learning opportunities and a five-year plan for future hardware and software needs throughout the district. Engage parents, families and community to strengthen a culture of respect and inclusion: Marketing our district to families will continue to be a focus with the goal of making
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Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools the No. 1 choice for families south of the Minnesota River. Increasing student enrollment, particularly at the elementary level, while maintaining class-size targets allows for expanded programming opportunities and choices for students. These are all district-wide highlights of our plan, but each school also has their own goals under these same strategic directions that are helping each individual student achieve success. Setting goals and implementing them is never an easy task, but our strategic directions are stretching us to make even greater improvements for students though creative thinking, innovation and fiscal responsibility. Our goal is to make each of our strategic directions a reality in 2012. These are New Year’s resolutions that we will achieve. Sue Ann Gruver is the superintendent of the Prior Lake/ Savage Area School District. She can be reached at (952) 226-0000 or sgruver@priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us.
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It wasn’t quite Prior Lake High School, but Sen. Al Franken met with area robotics team students in Burnsville on Thursday to talk about the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education in today’s evolving job market. Later in the day, Franken had a K-12 listening session at Burnsville Alternative High School, where he asked for feedback on No Child Left Behind as the Senate prepares to reform the bill.
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“I understand the reason for their decision. Of course I, as a fi re chief, am always going to promote the use and installation of sprinklers, and I will continue to do that,” Hartman said. Builders of new or renovated structures still have the option to install fire-suppression systems, and sprinklers still are required in some cases, depending on occupancy, building materials, square footage and building uses, Hartman said.
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“I don’t believe that change really comes through until white middle America accepts it,” says the 35-year-old mother of two. “I poke fun of it. I also show it’s a very important part of our country.” Member services for white middle America, as McPeck depicts it, is a cauldron of conflict, particularly sexual harassment. She drew on her own experiences in creating tension between a lecherous boss and the employee serving as his prey. “I think it’s hard when men and women work together and you become friends,” she says. “The line gets blurred between what’s good fun … You don’t want to be vilified or seem like you’re not a team player and can’t take a joke.” McPeck is now a full-time freelance writer and comic, but before this career left turn she spent 10 years as a blackjack dealer, pit boss and supervisor. She fell into that career after her original plans to be an English professor were put on hold. Dishing cards and taking chips might seem a long way from slinging jokes, but her past in the gaming industry gave McPeck got much more than inspiration for her current career. As a supervisor, she says she spent a lot of time observing people and their behavior – excellent knowledge to have when it comes to sketching authentic characters. “I feel like I’ve been practicing stand-up for 10 years in the casinos,” she says. “It taught me so much about humanity and not judging people.” This is McPeck’s first time
Mayor Mike Myser said he “didn’t hear evidence” to convince him of the ordinance’s public benefit. “By repea ling [Chapter] 1306, we’re still abiding by state law and international building code,” Myser said. “We are making economic development here in Prior Lake reasonable.” Councilman Richard Keeney, who cast the only “no” vote, said he thinks the city went too far in promoting economic development in this case. “I agree with the fi re chief that sprinkler systems are very effective fi re-prevention tech-
nology,” Keeney said. “They are the experts, and they are the ones who are going to have to deal with unsprinkled buildings. You can pay now, or eventually someone’s going to pay if they have a big fi re.” Keeney also cautioned about the fallout that could occur if an animal-boarding business had a fi re. “That can be an emotional loss beyond just monetar y loss,” he said. The city of Northfield also wrestled with the issue in 2006, seven years after approving the code, debating safety vs. assisting economic development.
participating in the Raucous Caucus event. She performs at open mic nights throughout the metro in addition to taking sketch-writing and improv classes at Minneapolis’ Brave New Workshop’s Student Union, the instructional arm of the legendary Brave New Workshop Comedy Theatre. Dudley Riggs founded the theater in 1953 and many famous faces have passed through its curtains including “The Daily Show,” co-creator Lizz Winstead, comic magician Penn Jillette and current U.S. Senator Al Franken. A former Brave New Institute classmate floated the Raucous Caucus opportunity McPeck’s way, but she didn’t exactly jump at it initially. “I was really apprehensive about writing this. Though I am a social activist, I felt that I didn’t know enough to write about it,” she says. “I’m always looking for ways to challenge myself as a writer.” Unlike writing essays or term papers, where tricks like increasing font sizes and margins are useful tools in reaching instructors’ page requirements, McPeck’s biggest burden in crafting a piece for Raucous Caucus came in the cutting. Her first draft of “Stuck in the Middle with You” read at 22 minutes, so McPeck was tasked with slicing away the majority of the initial material. “You have to make sure you’re using your words to the fullest,” she says. “You have to write in a way that’s very directed.” In a fitting twist of irony for a play that takes place in an office, McPeck estimates that she spent 40 hours writing “Stuck in the Middle with You” – about the average length of an
American work week. Box Wine Theatre selected seven directors for the festival and had them read the submitted scripts and select their favorites. Jenna Papke deemed “Stuck in the Middle with You” her top choice and she ended up assigned to direct McPeck’s show. Unlike some of the other political plays she’s read, which “tend to be very simplistic and overly ‘here’s the bat, here’s your head sort of thing,’ Sarah’s had an actual sense of humor and was not ramping up to a single joke,” Papke says. “I appreciated all the different angles she came from.” In case the name Raucous Caucus doesn’t resonate, political plays don’t necessarily mean “politically correct plays,” and “Stuck in the Middle with You” is no exception. Papke’s direction of choice to the actor playing the boss was often one word: “Creepier.” “The subtlety is all in the subtext, so we can be slightly over the top in the performance and then the message kind of comes out from under that,” she says. The play’s sensibility falls right in line with much of McPeck’s humor. “I really push people in my comedy,” she says. “I don’t mind putting people in an uncomfortable place because I think that’s where change occurs … I like to play with stereotypes. I want to talk about everything that we’re not supposed to talk about.” In yet another coincidence, McPeck is the lone female playwright in Raucous Caucus – a potentially fertile opportunity for a play that deals with sexual harassment and gender issues in the workplace. McPeck named
That city ultimately repealed its code in 2006 after receiving pressure from area business owners. City Building Official Robert Hutchins said at a meeting in December that the chapter originally was called the “small cities” option because sprinkler systems would suppress a fi re until a small city’s volunteer fire department could arrive on the scene. That applies to Prior Lake’s paid on-call department, Hartman said at that meeting. “A sprinkler system to us is like having a fi refighter right there in a building,” he said.
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Sarah McPeck Playwright Rosie O’Donnell, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler as some of her comic idols and hopes to inspire women of all ages and backgrounds to pursue their dreams and fight to get their voices heard. “Women are thinkers too. What we have to say is relevant. A middle-aged mother from Prior Lake has something that’s relevant, something somebody thinks is important, to discuss,” she says. “It’s definitely about equality.” Despite the “sisters are doin’ it for themselves”-style rhetoric, McPeck and Papke agree that their foremost goal is not to preach but to entertain. After all, “Stuck in the Middle with You” includes Oprah and her financial guru protégé Suze Orman – two of the show’s characters – to deliver its message. “I think comedy is something that can bring us all together,” McPeck says.
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SEND US YOUR … Opinion: What’s the best book you read in ’11? It’s list-mania time: Top news stories … biggest newsmakers … craziest celebrities … best new restaurants. And, we’re piling on by asking all of you bibliophiles: What’s the best book you read in 2011? If you have a book recommendation – whether it’s fiction, nonfiction, poetry or (heaven forbid!) reference – then send us the title, author and a couple of sentences describing why it’s great. Share your recommendation with Prior Lake American readers. Send your suggestion – no more than 200 words, please – to Editor Lori Carlson, editor@plamerican.com, before noon on Friday, Jan. 6. Include your name and city of residence. We’ll run some recommendations online at plamerican.com and the best in the Jan. 14 American print PRIOR LAKE edition.
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The Miss MN Valley Royalty were hostesses at the recent 236th Marine Corps Birthday Celebration Ball at the Shakopee VFW. Pictured, from left, back, are: Master Sgt. Joey Phat, Sgt. Julio C. Gonzalez, Sgt. Tony Kaiser, Sgt. Zachary Kurki and Pvt. Sam Boyd; front: Narina Thomas, Queen of Summer; Madison Markgraf, Princess Aurora Australis; and Jessica Rollins, Queen of Winter.
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“I’m aware, Commissioner Wagner, that you got yourself involved in a criminal investigation … and you interjected yourself improperly into a situation and you somehow came to believe that the administrator was behind this and wasn’t protecting you,” Ulrich told Wagner, referring to a child-injury case that involved Wagner’s relative. “This is absolutely offensive what you’re saying to me,” Wagner responded. “It’s offensive what you’re doing,” Ulrich said. Wagner, who was hoping for a third vote from Wolf, made the motion to terminate Shelton without providing any rationale, although he asked county Employee Relations Director Jack Kemme to explain the process for termination within Shelton’s contract. Shelton may demand written charges and a public hearing, Kemme told the board. Menden – a former county sheriff who admitted during his campaign to having differences with Shelton – was also short on specifics, although he stated he’s long had trust issues with Shelton. Prior to Tuesday’s meeting, Wagner was fairly tight-lipped, although he called Shelton a “bully” and made an issue of remarks Shelton has made about a side business he owns.
“All I’m going to say is it’s time for a change,” Wagner said Tuesday. Ulrich – who made dozens of calls to leaders throughout Scott County in recent weeks to gather support for Shelton – said he talked with nearly 60 elected or high officials and “without exception they were shocked, dismayed and pretty angry about this course of action.” Wagner responded that none of them work with Shelton. “Yes, they do,” Ulrich said. “Not like we do,” Wagner said. It appears those calls may have persuaded Wolf, who was evasive following the meeting but then admitted to a reporter that he had considered dismissing Shelton. But Wolf stayed out of the ruckus during Tuesday’s discussion. Wagner rolled his head back when he heard Wolf say “nay” along with Marschall and Ulrich. Menden, who worked with Shelton at the county jai l, said there’s a lot of mistrust between him and Shelton. He added that he has a list of 20 grievances against the administrator at home. “There is no trust there. I’m always watching my back when he comes up with things,” Menden said. “There’s a whole list of things I prefer not to bring up. I would just feel a lot more comfortable with a different county administrator.” Ulrich questioned why Menden rated Shelton positively dur-
ing a fall performance review. Mended responded that he gave Shelton a couple of zeros, but rated him highly in the knowledge category because Shelton is “very knowledgeable.” Prior to Tuesday’s meeting, Wagner said he’s had a long history of disagreements with Shelton and it all “boiled to a head” a few weeks ago. He told Shelton he no longer wanted him as county administrator during a contentious chair/vice chair meeting with Shelton and County Attorney Pat Ciliberto. Marschall asked Kemme on Tuesday for a brief overview of Shelton’s last performance review. She said Shelton is keeping the budget on target and taxes in line, and the county can’t afford the costs associated with terminating him and finding a replacement. “And who would we get as an administrator that is better than he?” she asked. If Menden has a list of grievances, Ulrich said, he should bring it out. “If it’s going to be all personal stuff, we’re here to represent the public,” Ulrich said. “If we got a personal feeling, get over it.” “Some is personal, I’ll admit,” Menden said, “when he tries to do everything possible so you don’t get elected. The rest is business and ethical.” Ulrich said Menden alleges Shelton helped former County Commissioner Jerry Hennen’s re-election bid. He encouraged Menden to speak with Hennen,
who told Ulrich that Shelton had stayed neural during the election. Menden defeated incumbent Hennen a year ago. Menden said he has spoken to Hennen several times. Wolf acknowledged he was concerned about Shelton’s ownership of Midwest Monitoring, a corrections technology company that Shelton sold to SecureAlert, while retaining temporary managerial responsibilities. He is the general manager until September. Wolf said he was satisfied with Shelton’s explanation that he does not work for the company on county time. Shelton, who is widely known to have owned Midwest Monitoring, told a reporter that it is written into his contract with SecureAlert that his county job is his fi rst responsibility. Shelton said he only works for SecureAlert on weekends and evenings. He also said he is required to disclose stocks and personal fi nancial interests as a county administrator. Wagner said he doesn’t like how Shelton brags about his outside business. He said in the past Shelton has remarked that he paid cash for his Lexus. Wagner said he became really upset when Shelton mentioned during a recent truthin-taxation hearing how much his home was worth. (Shelton discussed how his taxes were f luctuating when a resident with a similar-valued property mentioned how much his taxes were rising.) He believes
The Prior Lake Robotics Middle School In-House Vex Competition took place Dec. 17 at Prior Lake High School. A total of 16 teams competed. Winning team members were (left to right, starting in front row): Jake Will, Megan Perera, William Pettinger, Thomas Zwinger, Braedon Odenthal, Cole Lacko, Zachary Goldy, Hampton Pettinger and Josh Lawrence. Shelton did this just to irk him, knowing Wagner wouldn’t have the votes to terminate him. Wagner believes Shelton was a good fit under former County Administrator Dave Unmacht because the two played “bad cop, good cop,” but says he was never comfortable with Shelton becoming the lead administrator. He voted against hiring Shelton in 2009, at the time saying he wanted the county to open the position to outside applicants. Shelton has declined to comment on Wagner’s rationale for wanting to fire him, only saying he could speculate as to why. Ulrich claimed during the board meeting that Wagner is upset Shelton didn’t protect him in regard to an investigation into his involvement in a criminal investigation. Wagner, although unhappy with how Shelton handled the matter, says it had nothing to do with his decision to seek Shelton’s removal. “I would love to go on a 15-minute little tirade about him. I would love to air my laundry in regards to him, the irritations I’ve had for 12, 13 years,” Wagner said. Asked about the chair-vice chair meeting and the potential termination, Wolf declined to comment much on the matter, citing it as a personnel issue. However, he said ahead of Tuesday’s meeting that he did not plan to second Wagner’s motion. “He can do what he wants,” Wolf said of Wagner.
ON CAMPUS
Klingberg to study in Spain Winona State University student Jayme Klingberg of Prior Lake will study in Spain this spring. The semester-long program is at the University of Granada. Klingberg, who is majoring in social work with a minor in Spanish, plans to graduate in spring 2014. She is the daughter of Misty Schaefer and Jim Klingberg.
Kurpierz named to dean’s list Joseph Kurpierz of Prior Lake has been named to the dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin-Superior for academic achievement in the fall semester.
Schrader makes Michigan Tech list A nd r ew S ch r ader of Prior Lake has been named to the dean’s list at Michigan Technological University for fall semester. Schrader is a mechanical engineering major with a 4.0 grade-point average.
LIVESREMEMBERED Charles Robert Spearin
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Charles “Bob” Spearin, 76, of Prior Lake, passed away on Christmas Day 2011. Survived by wife, Nancy; children, Todd (Diane) and Kari (Eric) Greenberg; granddaughters, Ella and Jade Greenberg; brother, Rodman (Shirley); cousin, Carol (Les) Voell. Bob was a retiree from Enron Corp. Memorial service was held Thursday, Dec. 29 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Burnsville, MN. Interment Pleasantview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family.
John Rauch, 86, of Shakopee, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011, at his home. John was born in New Ulm, MN, Sept. 27, 1925 to Jacob and Elizabeth (Forst) Rauch. He and Carol (Puchner) were married Jan. 7, 1950 in New Ulm. John had a career with Northwestern Bell Telephone Company for 36 years and retired as a cable supervisor. John attended Holy Trinity Elementary School in New Ulm and was a graduate of Holy Trinity High School in New Ulm. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served during World War II. He received Naval training at Farragut, ID, electrical school at St. Louis, MO and submarine school at New London, CT. John was assigned to the Seventh Fleet in the Pacific and served on the U.S.S. Black Fin and the U.S.S. Sea Devil. He was a member of the James Campbell 1685 Knights of Columbus of Shakopee, Shakopee American Legion Post 2 and Shakopee Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4046 He is survived by wife, Carol; children, Robert (Susan) Rauch, Ruth (Stephen) Meyer; Barbara (Gregory) Henning, Joan (Michael) Stinski; grandchildren, Jodi Carroll, Rachel Bollig, Rebecca Unger, Jason Henning, Joshua Henning, Matthew Henning, Helena Meyer, Jake Weinzierl, Randi Weinzierl and Hanna Henning; great-grandchildren, Shelby, Brennen, Addison and Alaina. Preceded in death by sister, Jeanette Tollerud. Visitation was Thursday, Dec. 29 from 5-8 PM at the McNearney Funeral Home, Shakopee. Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, Dec. 30, 11 a.m. at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, Shakopee. Officiating at the funeral service was the Rev. William Stolzman. Pallbearers were his ten grandchildren. The Shakopee Veterans Memorial Unit provided military honors. Private family interment at the Catholic Cemetery, Shakopee. Funeral arrangements through McNearney Funeral Home in Shakopee, 952-445-2755. www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com
Lois A. Wichmann, 97, of Shakopee, formerly of Balaton, MN, died Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011 at her home in Shakopee. Services were held 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Belle Plain. Visitation was from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at the Almlie Funeral Home in Balaton, with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. and continuing one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. The Almlie Funeral Home of Balaton his handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be placed at www.almliefh.com
Jamie L. Nelson Jamie Nelson, 40, of Jordan, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011 at The Lodge on Natchez in Elko. Born in New Prague March 23, 1971, Jamie was the son of Sheldon and Kathleen (Lehner) Nelson. He was raised and attended school in Jordan. He had been employed for a time with building maintenance. In his spare time he enjoyed sports, professional wrestling, playing PlayStation III and building model cars. He loved spending time with his nephews. Jamie is survived by his parents, Sheldon and Kathleen of Jordan; brothers, Christopher and Bradley, both of Jordan; sister, Suzanne of Belle Plaine; uncle, Darrel of Jordan; nephews, Joey and Christopher Lindley of Belle Plaine; niece, Stacy Lindley, also of Belle Plaine. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements with the Wagner Funeral Home of Jordan. 952-492-3366.
Sherry Lee (Hinkle) Perry Sherry Lee Perry, 61, of Shakopee, died at home Saturday, Dec. 24, 2011 after a long struggle with cancer. Sherry was born Feb.10, 1950 in Glendale, CA to Dr. J. Lee and Myrtle Hinkle. A memorial service will be held Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Anderson, CA. Feather River Hospital Chaplain Tom Adams will be officiating. Cremation services were arranged by Twin Cities Cremation. In lieu of flowers, Sherry has asked that donations be made to the HIV Foodbank, PO Box 493283, Redding, CA 96049 or the American Cancer Society.
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Margaret A. Sorenson Margaret “Peggy” Sorenson, 69, of Shakopee, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011, after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Minneapolis, July 24, 1942, the daughter of Harold and Margaret (Gibson) Ryan. She attended high school in Robbinsdale, MN. Margaret was a homemaker. She enjoyed card games every Monday night with close friends, and spending time with her grandchildren. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Margaret Ryan. She is survived by her husband, Richard; daughters, Lynn Zart (Bryan) of Shakopee, Amanda Menden (Jason) of Buffalo; grandchildren, Brandon, Kelsey, Colby and Rylie; siblings, Michael Ryan, Rosie Lewis (Larry); and many close friends. Respecting Margaret's wishes, a private memorial will be held for close family and friends at a later date. A special “thank you” to Dr. Leach and all the help and support from the St. Francis Cancer Center. Funeral arrangements through McNearney Funeral Home in Shakopee, 952-445-2755. www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com
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Authorities believe they may have caught the ‘Man in Black’ BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com
The FBI is investigating whether it may have caught the “Man in Black,” a serial bank robber suspected of holding up a dozen metroarea banks since late October, including bank robberies in Prior Lake and Shakopee. Mark Edward The susWetsch pect, 49-yearold Mark Edward Wetsch of Minneapolis, was arrested by St. Peter police after he was seen traveling in a vehicle that was believed to have been used in a robbery at the Rolling Hills Bank in Brewster just before noon on Tuesday. The man has been charged with aggravated robbery, terroristic threats and theft in relation to the Brewster robbery. “There are some indicators that led us to believe that perhaps Wetsch and the ‘Man in Black’ may be one and the same,” said Loven. If authorities can tie him to the “Man in Black” robberies, Wetsch could be facing federal charges, according to Loven. In the 12 robberies that the “Man in Black” is suspected in, the descriptions are nearly identical. The man was often described as white, approximately 6 feet tall with a medium build, wearing a black ski mask, other black clothing and brandishing a small, black handgun. The man got his nickname because in most of the early robberies he wore all black, including a black, zipped-up hooded sweatshirt. However, in the Dec. 5 robbery of a U.S. Bank branch in Hopkins, the man wore a tan jacket, and in a Dec. 5 robbery of the Franklin Bank in Minneapolis, the suspect wore a brownish-green coat.
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The FBI released this surveillance photo from the Dec. 14 robbery of M&I Bank in St. Paul. Police believe they may have caught the suspect, dubbed the “Man in Black,” after a bank robbery in Brewster on Tuesday. The “Man in Black” is suspected of robbing Prior Lake State Bank on Oct. 22, Paragon Bank in Shakopee on Nov. 1, First National Bank of the Lakes in Richfield on Nov. 4, both the Richfield Bloomington Credit Union in Bloomington and Premier Bank of Albertville on Nov. 9, TCF Bank in Arden Hills, Bremer Bank in Minneapolis on Nov. 22, Central Bank in Minneapolis on Nov. 30, U.S. Bank in Hopkins on Dec. 5, Premier Bank in Bloomington on Dec. 7, M&I Bank in St. Paul on Dec. 14 and Franklin Bank in Minneapolis on Dec. 20.
After the Dec. 7 robbery of Premier Bank in Bloomington, in which “the Man in Black” is a suspect, FBI Special Agent in Charge Donald Oswald, in conjunction with the Minnesota Bankers Association, announced they were offering a reward of $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the “Man in Black.” Ac c or d i n g t o t he p r e s s release, 19 local law enforcem e nt a g e ncie s , i nc lu d i n g the Prior Lake and Shako pee police departments, are working with the FBI on the investigation.
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Here’s how it works: Jeans Day - a day when employees may dress for work in jeans. In return, the employee pays one dollar, which goes to area non-profit organizations. Jeans Day is a way to raise funds for non-profits and at the same time boost employee morale. We like the idea of people of the Greater Southwest Metro area wearing jeans for area non-profits on the last Friday of each month. For the next year we are proposing the following non-profits: January Big Brothers Big Sisters – Starting something since 1904. At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we’ve been impacting the lives of children for over 100 years. And we’re just getting started. For over a century, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been helping change kids’ perspectives and giving them the opportunity to reach their potential. And we have over a century of volunteers, donors, and advocates just like you to thank. More than 100 years later, Big Brothers Big Sisters remains true to our founders’ vision of bringing caring role models into the lives of children. And, today, Big Brothers Big Sisters currently operates in all 50 states—and in 12 countries around the world. www.bigstwincities.org
February River Valley Nursing Center – Mission: Serving vulnerable individuals and families in our community while promoting the leadership role of nurses. Vision: Compassionate and individualized health-related services and community resources are available to all. History: We grew out of the Carver/Scott Healthy Communities Collaborative in 2003. The 7 original partners all shared a concern for the uninsured and underinsured in Carver and Scott counties. As of 2008, there were almost 5,000 uninsured in Carver County and 11,000 in Scott County. River Valley Community Partnership is a tax exempt organization - 501 (c)(3). Our Unique Model: Our services are provided by Minnesota licensed Public Health nurses and bi-lingual Spanish translators/community outreach providers. www.rivervalleynursingcenter.org
March Minnesota Food Share – Each March, Minnesota FoodShare directs the March Campaign, the largest food drive in the state and restocks 300 food shelves across Minnesota. It recruits thousands of congregations, companies, schools and civic groups to run local food and fund drives to aid in the effort. Minnesota FoodShare organizes a statewide media campaign to promote food shelf donations. It produces and distributes free promotional and educational resources for food drive organizers. It acts as a clearinghouse for cash donations and distributes the funds to participating Minnesota food shelves. Throughout the year, Minnesota FoodShare advocates on behalf of hungry Minnesota families with both state and federal lawmakers and educates the public about hunger in Minnesota. mnfoodshare.gmcc.org
April Autism Society of Minnesota – The Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) is an organization of families, educators, care givers, and professionals committed to supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It was established in 1971. AuSM has members throughout the state of Minnesota and the upper Midwest. Mission: The Autism Society of Minnesota exists to enhance the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. AuSM seeks to realize its mission through education support, collaboration, and advocacy. www.ausm.org
May Regional Parks Foundation of the Twin Cities – The Regional Parks Foundation of the Twin Cities is the designated non-profit partner for the Regional Parks system. Your Donation supports ALL of the regional parks in the Twin Cities region. Parks in our area: Carver County Parks - Baylor, Minnewashta, and Waconia. Dakota County Parks - Lake Byllesby, Lebanon Hills, Miesville Ravine, Spring Lake, Mississippi River Trail, Big Rivers Trail. Three Rivers Park District (Hennepin and Scott Counties) - Baker, Byant Lake, Carver (Lowry Nature Center), Cleary Lake (Scott County), Clifton E. French, Crow-Hassan, Eagle Lake, Elm Creek (Eastman Nature Center), Fish Lake, Gale Woods, Hyland-Bush-Anderson Lakes (Richardson Nature Center), Lake Minnetonka, Mississippi River Coon Rapids Dam - West Nature Center, Murphy-Hanrahan (Scott County), North Mississippi, Noerenberg Memorial, Lake Rebecca, Silverwood (Ramsey County), Dakota Rail Trail; North Hennepin Trail, Scott County Trail, Southwest LRT Trails (North and South). www. regionalparksfoundationtc.org
June FISH (Families and Individuals Sharing Hope) – is a collaborative effort of the faith community, non-profits, service groups, local government and the business community. Their shared mission is to partner together to meet human needs so that individuals will be able to live healthy, transformed lives. Partnering together to match available and future services with individuals in need
during singular times of crisis or through longer times of need assisted by a mentor to achieve the goal of living a transformed healthy life.
July Life College – Minnesota Life College (MLC), located in Richfield, Minnesota, is a not-for-profit, vocational and life skills training program for young adults with learning differences and autism spectrum disorders. Since 1996, MLC has been dedicated to helping our students make a successful transition to independent living and financial self-sufficiency. Our students are involved in a challenging vocational and independent living curriculum with an emphasis on “Real Skills for Real Life™.” Students have the opportunity to learn beyond the classroom. We give students the opportunity to learn the skills they need to know in the real world. www. minnesotaLifeCollege.org
August Fruits of the City – Fruits of the City aims to capture fresh fruit that would otherwise go to waste and redistribute it to those in need. In 2010, we partnered with Second Harvest Heartland to glean over 23,000 pounds of fruit. Our goal for this year is to harvest 36,000 pounds of fruit. www. mnproject.org/food-FruitsOfTheCity. html
September Sobriety High Charter School – Our Mission: to provide adolescents recovering from alcohol and drug dependency a comprehensive, four-year high school diploma program in a safe, sober and chemical-free environment. Sobriety High Charter School is welcoming and supportive academic environment that is committed to sobriety, academic success, and personal growth. Our goal is to provide a safe, sober, and challenging school experience for students who share a commitment to educational achievement and personal growth. www.sobrietyhighschool.com
October The Wildcat Sanctuary – Our Mission - Provide a natural sanctuary to wildcats in need and inspire change to end the captive wildlife crisis. Our Vision - Help create a world where animal sanctuaries are no longer needed. Who we are - The Wildcat Sanctuary (TWS) is a 501c3 non-profit, no-kill big cat rescue located in Sandstone, MN. TWS provides a natural sanctuary to wild cats in need and inspires change to end the captive wildlife crisis. TWS is funded solely on private donations. The Sanctuary is a home for animals, not a zoo for people and is not open to the public. Combining natural and spacious habitats with a life free of exhibition and exploitation, TWS allows all residents to live wild at heart. As a true sanctuary, we do not buy, breed, sell or exhibit animals. www.wildcatsanctuary.org
November Minnesota Adoption Resource Network is committed to the right of every child to a permanent, nurturing family. Since 1980, Minnesota Adoption Resource Network (MARN) has been dedicated to the recruitment of adoptive families for Minnesota waiting children, advocating on behalf of adoptive, kinship and foster families, and maximizing opportunities for successful adoptions. Since we are not a child-placing agency, we can fully advocate for the children needing adoptive families. To many, zero means nothing. At MARN, when it comes to children waiting for families, zero means everything. www. zerokidswaiting.org
December CAP Agency – CAP Agency - Organized in 1965, as part of President Lyndon Johnson’s “War on Poverty” movement, the agency began as the Scott-Carver Economic Council providing co-op farming programs, Head Start and Senior Citizen Centers to residents of Scott and Carver Counties. The CAP Agency expanded its service area in 1985, to include residents of Dakota County. The agency’s name has since been adopted to reflect this expansion. Now numerous programs strong, three counties wide and over 40 years old, the CAP Agency offers a varied menu of services in each county, and continues to grow and evolve to reflect its commitment to address the unmet needs of the community. http://preview.capagency.org
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outhwest Newspapers will promote Jeans Day and all the participating businesses in each of its seven community newspapers every month. We’ll provide you with Jeans Day stickers for your participating employees to wear. We also will give you “table tents” to explain to customers why employees are dressed casually. Southwest Newspapers retains less than 10% of the donations to cover the cost of stickers, mailings and other promotional material. Southwest Newspapers also donates all the ads placed in the paper promoting Jeans Day. In short, this program will cost you nothing. It will boost employee morale. It will pleasantly unite all of the Greater Southwest Metro area for a worthwhile cause, and hopefully will raise lots of money for local non-profits. If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact Jennifer Sorenson at jsorenson@ swpub.com or 952-3456477. Thanks, Jeans Day Committee
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BOYS HOCKEY
SPORTS EXTRA
WRESTLING
Highs, lows on ice
What’s on Tap for the Lakers Boys Basketball Jan. 10: at Bloomington Jefferson, 7:15 p.m. Jan. 13: at Lakeville South, 7:15 p.m.
Girls Basketball Jan. 10: vs. Bloomington Jefferson, 7:15 p.m. Jan. 13: vs. Lakeville South, 7:15 p.m.
Girls Hockey Jan. 10: vs. Eastview, 7 p.m. Jan. 12: at Rosemount, 7 p.m. Jan. 14: vs. Bloomington Jefferson, 3 p.m.
Boys Hockey Jan. 10: at South St. Paul, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12: vs. Eastview, 7 p.m. Jan. 14: at Bloomington Jefferson 3 p.m.
Wrestling Jan. 13: at Eagan, 7 p.m. Jan. 14: at Anoka Invitational, 10 a.m.
PL sitting at the .500 mark after 10 games
Gymnastics Jan. 10: at Eastview Triangular, 6 p.m. Jan. 14: Lakeville North Invitational. 8 a.m.
Boys swimming Jan. 12: vs. Lakeville North, 6 p.m. Jan. 14: Section 3AA True Team, 1 p.m.
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Nordic Skiing
At times, the Prior Lake boys hockey team looks like a team that will be a serious contender for the Section 2AA title. But other times, the Lakers haven’t always looked the part. Prior Lake played host to a struggling Hopkins team Jan. 3 and the non-conference game ended up being a Royal pain for the Lakers – a 4-3 loss. T he L a ker s fell back to the .50 0 mark (5 - 5 overall) with the s e tb ack . Hop kins was just 3-7 going into the ga me wit h it s three wins over t e a m s w it h a combined 9-24-2 mark. Me a nwh i le, Prior Lake went i nto t he ga me on the heels of a third-place finish at the Rochester K iwa nis F e s t iv a l D e c . 28-30. T he L a ker s PHOTO BY TOM SCHARDIN beat East view Prior Lake senior Matt 6-4 in the quarCrist had a goal in terfi nals (which the Lakers’ 4-3 loss to also counted as Hopkins Jan. 3. a South Suburban Conference game), but lost 1-0 in overtime to Eau Claire in the semifi nals. Prior Lake bounced back in the third-place game with a 7-2 win over Fargo South. Senior defenseman Kyle Krueger has scored six goals for the Lakers in their last four games, including two in the loss to Hopkins. He leads the team with eight goals. “Kyle skates and passes so well,” said Lakers coach Joe Pankratz. “He’s big and strong. He can physically dominate most high school kids. He’s really suited as a defenseman.” Against Hopkins, the Royals led the Lakers 3-1 going into the third period, before Prior Lake staged a late comeback scoring two goals in 1:53 to tie the game with a 1:33 left in regulation. But as quick as the Lakers stole the momentum, they lost it. Hopkins answered Prior Lake’s tying goal in just 16 seconds and held on from
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Jan. 10: at Battle Creek Park, 3:30 p.m. Jan. 12: at Valleywood Golf Course, 3:30 p.m.
Alpine Skiing Jan. 12: at Meet at Buck Hill, 3:30 p.m. Note: Prior Lake competes in the South Suburban Conference with nine other schools: Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville South, Lakeville North, Eastview, Rosemount, Bloomington Jefferson, Bloomington Kennedy and Eagan. For more on the second-year league, go to www. southsuburbanconference.org.
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Prior Lake senior Ross Larson went 5-1 at heavyweight with four wins by fall at The Clash National Duals in Rochester Dec. 30-31.
Holding strong No. 9 Lakers finish 4-2 at The Clash National Duals BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com
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The Prior Lake wrestling team capped off a brutal December schedule Dec. 30-31 competing in The Clash National Duals in Rochester. And Lakers more than held their own against some of elite competition from around the country. Prior Lake went 4-2 in its six duals with five of them against teams from other states. The Lakers won their last four duals after losing their fi rst two. Before the season, Lakers coach Joe Block said his team’s dual-meet record may not accurately reflect how good his team could potentially be later in the season. Prior Lake is looking to defend its Section 2AAA title in February. “Our team record after December may be deceiving,” Block said before the season. “We are going to be challenged early on, but again our goal
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is to be successful at the end of the season and I think our schedule lends itself to preparing us for the end of the year.” So far, the Lakers are 10-6 in duals (1-1 in the South Suburban Conference). So not bad. The first day of The Clash features three duals in four pre-determined brackets. The Lakers fi nished seventh in theirs, Bracket D, so they faced the other three seventh-place fi nishes in a round-robin format the following day. Prior Lake opened with a 46-20 loss to St. Paris Graham, a Division II power from Ohio. The small school (626 enrollment) has won 11
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No stopping elite guard Apple Valley’s Jones scores 38 in 78-70 win over the Lakers
Shooting woes for PL in loss
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Prior Lake senior Lauren Busse scored two points in the Lakers’ 49-44 loss to Apple Valley in a conference game Jan. 3. fi nals with a 50-39 win over Maple Grove, before falling 58-55 in the fi fth-place game to Milwaukee Rufus King. Against Apple Valley, both teams struggled offensively in the fi rst half with the Eagles leading 20-18 at the break. Sophomore Tiffaney Flaata led the Lakers with 13 points, grabbing nine rebounds. She also had three steals and three blocks. Junior Deanna Busse fi nished with 10 points and two steals, while senior Alyssa Es-
chrich had five points, seven boards and four assists. Ninth-grader Shaye Barton had a team-best seven steals, while senior Molly Simpkins had four. Sophomore Kasie Vollmer finished with four points Prior Lake had 18 steals in the game, but the Lakers also turned the ball over 26 times. In the Lakers’ lone win at the holiday classic, they led just 19-15 at the break. Maple
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Tyus Jones showed the Prior Lake boys basketball team why he’s not only the best guard in the state, but perhaps the best player. The talented Apple Valley sophomore pumped in a gamehigh 38 points to lead the No. 5-ranked Eagles to a 78-70 home win over a feisty Lakers squad in both team’s South Suburban Conference openers Jan. 3. Prior Lake (4-4 overall) went into the game on the heels of winning two games in the Granite City Classic in St. Cloud Dec. 28-29 by a combined 19.5 points Prior Lake opened the tourney with a 75-56 victory over St. Michael-Albertville and topped Delano 70-50 the next day. Meanwhile, Jones is being heavily recruited by Division I programs nationwide, already
1. Benilde-St. Margaret’s 2. Hill-Murray 3. Anoka 4. Minnetonka 5. Rosville 6. Edina 7. Elk River/Zimmerman 8. Mounds View 9. White Bear Lake 10. Eagan
BOYS HOCKEY CLASS AA 1. Duluth East 2. Maple Grove 3. Minnetonka 4. Eagan 5. Edina 6. Eden Prairie 7. Benilde-St. Margaret’s 8. Burnsville 9. Moorhead 10. Blaine
GIRLS BASKETBALL CLASS AAAA 1. Hopkins 2. Edina 3. Wayzata 4. Bloomington Kennedy 5. Eden Prairie 6. Minnetonka 7. Lakeville North 8. Robbinsdale Cooper 9. Chanhassen 10. Buffalo
BOYS BASKETBALL CLASS AAAA 1. Eastview 2. Hopkins 3. Osseo 4. Lakeville North 5. Apple Valley 6. Wayzata 7. Eden Prairie 8. Mahtomedi 9. Rochester Century 10. Tartan
WRESTLING CLASS AAA
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Miss the mark The Prior Lake girls basketball team’s shots were off the mark Jan. 3 in its South Suburban Conference game against Apple Valley. The Lakers shot just 29 percent from the field and made just 3 of 13 three-pointers in a 49-44 home loss to the Eagles. Prior Lake dropped to 4-7 overall (1-2 in league play). The Lakers are just 1-4 in their last five games, including losing two of three games at the Dick Sporting Good’s Holiday Classic in Hopkins Dec. 28-30. Prior Lake opened the tourney, losing to No. 1-ranked Hopkins 67-29. The Lakers bounced back in the consolation semi-
straight Division II state titles. The Lakers followed with a 43-24 loss to Pierre, a perennial state power in South Dakota. The Lakers fi nished the fi rst day with a comefrom-behind 34-32 win over Anoka, ranked No. 12 in Class 3A, while Prior Lake is ranked No. 9. On the second day, the Lakers proved to be the best of the best among the seventh-place bracket finishers. Prior Lake won 44-26 over Punahou, a perennial power from Hawaii. The Lakers followed with wins over two South Dakota programs – 45-34 over Mitchell and 39-33 over Rapid City Central. Juniors Tanner Johnshoy and Ryan Norton and senior Ross Larson led the Lakers with each winning five of their six matches. Johnshoy, one of only two Lakers who are ranked (No. 3 at 113 pounds), had five wins by pin. Against Anoka,
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receiving offers, according to media reports, from Minnesota, Arizona, Iowa State, Michigan State, Ohio State, Baylor and Marquette. He’s averaging 28.8 points per game. But the Lakers didn’t seem too fazed in the first half by Jones and the Eagles. Prior Lake, led by its own standout sophomore guard, Jon Sobaski, led 42-36 at the break. Prior Lake was up 59-58 with 10 minutes to play, before Apple Valley and Jones started to make their move. The Eagles clung to a 70-67 lead with a minute left before pulling away down the stretch. Sobaski finished with 19 points for the Lakers (4-4 overall), which had their threegame win streak snapped. Junior center Carson Shanks scored 16, while senior Evan Kotchevar had nine and senior
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1. Apple Valley 2. St. Michael-Albertville 3. Albert Lea Area 4. Forest Lake 5. Cambridge-Isanti 6. Coon Rapids 7. Owatonna 8. Hastings 9. Prior Lake 10. Shakopee 11. Centennial 12. Anoka
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GYMNASTICS
SPORTS BRIEFS
Some tough luck
DNR warns of ice safety with warm temps
Prior Lake’s top gymnast looks likely lost for rest of the season BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com
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Prior Lake’s Keely Totenhagen had a goal and an assist in the Lakers’ 3-2 win over Cretin-Derham Hall Dec. 29.
Girls hockey: Lakers snap losing skid The Prior Lake girls hockey team has been working overtime. The Lakers’ last three games have gone into an extra session, including their South Suburban Conference game at Lakeville South Jan. 3. However, Prior Lake was unable to win its second straight overtime game, falling 3-2 to the Cougars. The Lakers are 2-11-1 overall, 0-7-1 in the conference. The good news is the Lakers are starting to score a few more goals. The team has seven in its last three games, including a 3-2 home win over CretinDerham Hall Dec. 29. Prior Lake had just eight goals in its first 10 games. However, the Lakers are still struggling to get shots on net. They had just seven in the loss to Lakeville South. Meanwhile, the Cougars had 52, forcing sophomore goalie Lexi Brant to make 49 saves. Prior Lake has had 20-plus shots on net in just one game. It has been held under 10 shots five times. Against the Cougars, Prior Lake led 2-0 after the fi rst period on goals scored 1:18 apart. Ninth-grader Lindsey Harris tallied, followed by a goal from senior Megan Kallberg. Senior Michelle Jeurissen and sophomore Amber Galles assisted on Harris’ goal, while sophomore Amanda Muller and senior Claire Clark had the assists on Kallberg’s. Lakeville South scored a second-period goal and forced overtime with 47 seconds left in the third period. In the win over Cretin, sophomore Bailey Halstrom 1:45 into the extra session to end the team’s seven-game losing streak. The Lakers led 2-1 after the fi rst period, getting goals from ninth-grader Keely Totenhagen and Clark. Brandt f inished with 32 saves. Clark and Totenhagen also assisted on Halstrom’s goal. Halstrom also had an assist, along with Harris. The Lakers return to league action Tuesday, Jan. 10 versus Eastview at 7 p.m.
Boys swimming: PL easily wins SSC dual The Prior Lake boys swimming team won nine of 12 events against Bloomington Kennedy Jan. 3 in a 10 0 -50 South Suburban Conference road victory Jan. 3. The No. 10-ranked Lakers (3-0 in the SSC, 4-0 overall), won all three relays, while senior Kyle Robrock, junior Alex Jenness and eighth-grader Marshall Heskin each won two individual events. Robrock won the 50 -yard freestyle with a time of 21.77 seconds and captured the 100 breaststroke (1:03.76). Jenness won the 100 butterf ly (58.52) and the 200 freestyle (1:51.29), while Heskin was tops in the 50 freestyle (5:12.18) and the 100 backstroke (1:03.33). Kyle Robrock, Heskin, ninthg rader Matt Anderson and sophomore Alec Robrock won the 200 medley relay (1:44.80), while Anderson, Kyle Robrock, Jenness and senior Zach Kleist won the 200 freestyle relay (1:32.42). The 400 freestyle team included Alec Robrock, Jenness, Heskin and Kleist (3:34.18). The Lakers are competing in the Maroon & Gold Invitational at the University of Minnesota Aquatic Center today (Saturday) Jan. 7. The Lakers will host Lakeville North in a league dual Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6 p.m.
The Prior Lake gymnastics team hasn’t been in action since Dec. 20, but the Christmas break wasn’t too kind to the Lakers. Coach Barb Kass said the team’s top gymnast – senior Sydney Notermann – is most likely out for the season with a back injury. Notermann did not compete in the Lakers’ fi rst three meets due to a herniated disc. “This is a huge loss to our team as Sydney is such a great gymnast,” said Kass. “I think she would have had a very good chance of making it to state this year. “Her beam was very solid and was fu l l of di f f icu lty before t he i nju r y,” added Kass. “She’s still in the gym every day conditioning and helping the younger team members make thei r routines and fulfilling her role as captain.” Noter mann was a state ent rant on the beam as a sophomore. Last year, she
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just missed qualifying again at the Section 2AA meet. She was fifth (top four qualify) with a score of 9.15, missing the fourth spot by .15. Kass did say Notermann’s family is checking out their options to see if she can compete later this season, so there’s a slight chance Notermann could be back. Prior Lake is back in action today (Saturday, Jan. 7) in the New Prague Invitational. The Lakers return to South Suburban Conference action Tuesday, Jan. 10 at a triangular meet with Apple Valley and host Eastview at 6 p.m. The Lakers are also preparing for the Lakeville North Invitational Jan. 14 starting at 8 a.m. G oi n g for wa r d , s en ior Bridgette Smith will be one to watch for the Lakers, along
Prior Lake senior Sydney Notermann’s back injury will likely keep her out the rest of the season. with seventh-grader Kailey Dobransky and ninth-grader Angela Noer. Those three are the Lakers’ top al l-around performers. However, Smith and Dobransky have dealt with injuries early on as well. Smith missed the first two meets, before returning in the last one. Dobransky’s has been nursing an ankle injury. The Lakers’ top team score this season has been 126.9. The team’s high last year was 137.4 in an injury-plagued season. Two years ago, the Lakers hit 143.23 for a season-high, which came at sections to fi nish third.
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Grove hung around in the second half, trailing by just one point (38-37) with 2:29 to play. But the Lakers finished the game on a 12-2 run with Busse going 6 for 6 from the free-throw line in the fi nal minutes. Flaata finished with 13 points and seven rebounds. Simpkins scored all four of her points in the decisive run, grabbing seven rebounds. Eschrich had four points, seven assists and eight boards, while Barton scored four points. Against Milwaukee Rufus King, the Lakers trai led 49-38 with 10 minutes to play before going on a 13-2 run to tie the game. The Lakers even took a 53-51 lead on Eschrich’s basket in the paint. But Rufus King went on a 7-2 run in the fi nal two minutes to get the win. Eschrich fi nished with 18 points and five boards. Simpkins scored 15, adding eight boards and six steals. Flaata fi nished with six points and nine boards. In the loss to Hopkins, the Royals led 20-12 with 12:09 left in the fi rst half, but went on a 24-2 run to lead 44-14 going into the break. Senior Lauren Busse fi nished with six points for the Lakers, while Deanna Busse had four. Flaata had 15 rebounds, four blocks and three points. The Lakers committed 34 turnovers. Prior Lake was back on the court Friday (results not available at press time) at Rosemount in a league game. The Lakers follow with back-to-back home games – Tuesday, Jan. 10 versus Bloomi ng ton Jef ferson and Friday, Jan. 13 against Lakeville South. Both league games start at 7:15 p.m.
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there to secure the win. Krueger scored the Lakers’ fi rst two goals, while senior Matt Crist had the tying goal. Sophomore Connor Bump fi nished with two assists, while Krueger had one. Senior Kyle Miller started in goal and fi nished with 23 saves. Prior Lake held the s h o t s - o n - g o a l a d v a nt a g e (30-27). At the Kiwanis Festival, Eau Claire kept the Prior Lake out of the title game scoring 39 seconds into the extra session. In the win over Fargo South, Krueger had the hat trick, scoring two goals 2:55 apart late in the second period to give the Lakers a 5-2 lead.
Forecasted temperatures in the 40s across southern Minnesota add yet another reason to be careful if heading out on the ice, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “Ice thickness guidelines become unreliable once the temp gets above 32 degrees,” according to Lt. Cory Palmer, enforcement supervisor for the DNR. “Snowmobiles, ATVs and other vehicles should stay off the ice until temps drop below 32 degrees for at least 24 hours.” Even if the ice seems thick enough, temperature and other factors such as currents, wind, water chemistry and wildlife can impact the relative safeness of ice. According to Lt. Palmer, last week in Kandiyohi County alone, three ATVs went through the ice. He stresses that there is no such thing as 100 percent safe ice. Lt. Palmer suggests contacting a local bait shop or resort for ice reports on a specific lake and frequently checking ice thickness with an ice auger, ice chisel or even a cordless drill with a long wood auger bit. For more: www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html.
MSHSL seeks basketball memorabilia The Minnesota State High School League will be celebrating the 100th state basketball tournament, and is looking for basketball mementos and memorabilia to display at this year’s tournaments. Items such as tournament programs, books about the tournament, newspaper clippings, balls and uniforms, trophies, photographs — anything related to either the boys or girls state tournament is needed to fi ll display cases for fans to enjoy while at Target Center for the 2012 state tournaments. League staff will take great care in securing any contributed item and will make sure it is returned in the same condition in which it was received. The league can arrange for pickup or delivery of items if required. Potential contributors may inquire by sending an e-mail to hoops100@mshsl.org or by leaving a message in the general mailbox at (763) 560-2262.
Furbearer trapping training course The Minnesota Trappers Association, along with the Fish Lake Sportsmen’s Club, will be hosting a Furbearer trapping training course Feb. 11 and Feb. 18 at the SCALE Regional Public Safety Training Facility, 17706 Valley View Dr., in Jordan. This is the course that is required by the State of Minnesota for anyone planning on purchasing a trapping license born after Dec. 31, 1989. You must preregister by Jan. 28. For more information or to register contact Shawn O’Hern at (612) 240-8404.
Babe Ruth Baseball League is offered There will be a parent information meeting Jan. 17 at the Dan Patch American Legion in Savage at 6 p.m. regarding a Babe Ruth Baseball League for players 12 years old or younger. The team will travel across the state with the opportunity to compete in the National World Series. For more information, contact Pete at (612) 730-0999 or email him at arrowheadcycles@hotmail.com.
Laker Athletic Booster Club meetings The Laker Athletic Booster Club will have its monthly meeting on the third Monday of every month (except July and December) in the lecture hall next to the auditorium at Prior Lake High School, 7575 W. 150th St., Savage, starting at 7 p.m.
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Prior Lake senior Jack Kaiser scored four points in the Lakers’ 78-70 loss at Apple Valley Jan. 3 in a conference game.
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Jack Harrison fi nished with six. Junior Nick Hart added five points for Prior Lake, while seniors Matt Dysthe and Jack Kaiser each scored four. At the Granite City Classic, Lakers coach Alex Focke was pleased with the way his team played in the two games. “(We) came to St. Cloud and took care of business,” Focke tweeted after the game. Sobaski led the Lakers in their two wins, scoring 23 points against St. MichaelAlbertville and pouring in 24 against Delano. In the win over Delano, the Lakers held a slim six-point lead at the break (31-25) before taking over in the second half. Harrison was also in double figures with 10 points,
Krueger fi nished the tournament with four goals and an assist Mea nwhi le, senior Ti m Mueller had a goal and two assists in the win over Fargo South, while senior Derek Johnson and junior Sam Taylor each had a goal and an assist. Bump, Crist and senior and Thomas Vidmar each had two assists. Junior Austin Hill also had a goal, while junior Dylan Zins and sophomore Jeff Peiper each had an assist. Miller had 11 saves in goal. In the win over Eastview, Miller fi nished with 31 saves. Prior Lake erased a 2-1 deficit in the second period with two goals 1:19 apart. Zins and Vidmar scored. Mueller scored 28 seconds into the third period for a 4-2 lead, while Krueger scored
while Shanks had eight and senior Jake Hansen scored six. Kotchevar, Dysthe and Kaiser each fi nished with five points. In beating St. Michael-Albertville, Dysthe and Shanks both fi nished with 11 points, while junior Noah Scanlon had nine and Hansen fi nished with six. Hart chipped in five points. Prior Lake returned home Friday (results not available at press time) to take on Rosemount in a league game. The Lakers are playing in the Minnesota Timberwolves Shootout today (Saturday, Jan. 7) at the Target Center in Minneapolis against Cedar Falls, Iowa. Prior Lake is back in conference action Tuesday, Jan. 10 at Bloomington Jefferson and play at Lakeville South Jan. 13. Both games start at 7:15 p.m.
3:42 later for a three-goal cushion. Vidmar also had a firstperiod goal, while Crist also scored. Crist, Johnson and sophomore Jack Murphy each had two assists, while Krueger, Bump, Pieper and junior Joey Kleven all had one. P rior L a ke retu r ned to conference action Thursday (results not available at press time) at Lakeville South. The Lakers went into the game 2-2 in league play. T he Lakers a lso have a conference road game at Rosemount today (Saturday, Jan. 7) and will play at South St. Paul Tuesday, Jan. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Prior Lake faces Eastview again Thursday, Jan. 12 at home at 7 p.m., and will travel to Bloomington Jefferson Jan. 14 for a league game at 3 p.m.
With another snowmobile season fast approaching, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging snowmobilers to get the season off to a smooth, safe start. “I want people to take advantage of the snowmobiling opportunities that exist in Minnesota, so now is the time to prepare sleds and learn how to avoid the possible dangers that are present when snowmobiling,” said Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR Enforcement Education Program coordinator. Last season there were 13 snowmobile related fatalities and numerous injuries in Minnesota. Hammer believes all these incidents were preventable. For a copy of the DNR’s 2011-2012 Minnesota Snowmobile Safety Laws, Rules, and Regulations handbook, and for safety training information, contact the DNR Information Center at (651) 296-6157 or toll free (888) 646-6367 or email info.dnr@ state.mn.us. To legally ride a snowmobile, residents born after Dec. 31, 1976, need a valid snowmobile safety certificate in their possession, or a snowmobile safety certificate indicator on their driver’s license or on their Minnesota ID card.
Prior Lake Area Running Club The Prior Lake Area Running Club meets weekly for group runs and also has guest speakers and can provide discounts at local running stores. All levels of runners and joggers are welcome. You don’t have to be from Prior Lake to join the club. For more information contact Doug Krohn at doug.krohn@ comcast.net.
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Prior Lake was down 32-28 with one match to go, Johnshoy’s at 113. He delivered the win with a fall 14 seconds into the second period. Larson won four of his matches by fall. He also had a huge pin against Anoka to give the Lakers a brief 28-26 lead (Prior Lake lost by fall at 103). Norton wrestled at three different weights in the two days, showing his versatility. He went 3-1 with one fall at 138 pounds, won by fall at 145 and earned a 10-1 major decision at 152 in the win over Anoka. Senior Matt Kahnke and sophomores Blake Carlisle and Luis Pinto each went 4-2. Carlisle won all of his matches at 126, getting three pins. Kahnke fi nished 3-2 at 145 pounds and was 1-0 at 152 with four total falls, while Pinto had two of his wins by pin at 220. Ninth-grader Alex Hart
was 3-3 at 170 pounds with one fall, while junior Ben Rock (ranked No. 8 at 132) went 2-0 at 138 pounds, but was 0-3 at 132. Also getting wins for the Lakers were senior Brandon Lustila at 120 (2-2, 1 fall), sophomore Robbie Schultz at 182 (2-3), junior Tim Schwanbeck at 195 (2-4, 1 fall), ninth-grader Rylee Streifel at 182 (1-0, 1 fall), senior Sayed Rahmani at 132 (1-1) and ninth-grader Dylan Sogge at 106 (1-5, 1 fall). Sophomore Sean O’Neil lost both of his matches at 120 pounds on the first day, including one by injury default which sidelined him the rest of the duals. The Lakers were back in action Friday (results not available at press time) at Burnsville in a conference dual. Prior Lake is competing in the Cambridge-Isanti Invitational today (Saturday, Jan. 7). The Lakers are back in conference dual action Friday, Jan. 13 at Eagan at 7 p.m.
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Stolen guns found on lawn of burglary suspect BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com
Stolen guns taken during a November burglary in Savage were found earlier this week on the lawn of the neighbor woman charged in the burglary. Lynette Catherine Walsh, 28, was charged with seconddegree burglary last month. Her alleged accomplice in the crime, Douglas Alan Nelson, of Burnsville, also was charged with second-degree burglary. On the morning of Jan. 1, Walsh’s mother called police to report that she found a rifle and shotgun lying on her lawn (Walsh and her mother have the same listed address). Police are unsure who dumped the guns on the property, but they were able to identify them as the same guns that were stolen in the burglary and never recovered. According to the complaint from the Nov. 11 burglary, Savage police officers were called to a home on Kipling Avenue on Nov. 11 for a report of a burglary. When they arrived, Walsh told police that she saw two black men, one with a backpack, run from the back of a neighbor’s house. While searching the house,
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police found that a jewelry box had its doors ripped off and numerous items of jewelry appeared to be missing. Additionally, a 12-gauge shotgun, a Marlin 30-30 rifle, 30 sets of uncirculated mint-proof set coins, an Apple iPad and a digital picture frame also were missing. On Dec. 12, the Savage Police Department was informed by Burnsville police that Walsh was arrested on Dec. 9 for an attempted robbery. Walsh’s pawn history was checked and officers discovered that she had pawned or sold 187 items since March 2010. Police looked at her pawn history from the day of the burglary and found several jewelry items and coins that were similar in description to the items stolen on Nov. 11.
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Photos of the items were taken and shown to the homeowner, who positively identified 28 of the items as being hers, including a men’s wedding ring and collector coins. On Dec. 14, a search warrant was served at Walsh’s home in the 14000 block of Kipling Avenue. During the search, numerous jewelry items and coin sets belonging to the neighbor were found. The two guns, however, were still missing. During an interview with police, Walsh allegedly admitted to burglarizing her neighbor’s home on Nov. 11. She said she used a rock to break a window so she could gain entry, then stole the jewelry. Walsh allegedly told police that Nelson went in later and stole the other items. Walsh said that she did see Nelson with a gray metal case after the burglary, but that she didn’t know anything about guns being stolen. Nelson told police that he didn’t know anything about the burglary and never went into the neighbor’s home. He told police that he had been collecting mint coins for years. Walsh and Nelson both have omnibus hearings scheduled for Jan. 26 in Scott County District Court.
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snowplow. The man is working out a The Prior Lake Police Department resolution with Prior Lake City Mainteresponded to the following incidents MORE ONLINE nance. Dec. 28, 2011-Jan. 3, 2012. This is KEEP UP WITH Jan. 3: Police received a report of a not a comprehensive list of all inciBREAKING NEWS man breaking a car window at Mystic dents to which the department reAND LISTEN TO POLICE, FIRE Lake Casino. It was determined that the sponded. AND SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT car belonged to the man’s girlfriend, and Assault CALLS 24/7 THROUGH OUR that he had to gain access so he could Dec. 29: Police received a report of ONLINE POLICE SCANNER AT jump start the car. an assault at Extra Innings Saloon, plamerican.com/crimebeat Theft 16299 Main Avenue. The man who was Dec. 28: A man reported that his the alleged victim did not want to pur$200 cell phone was stolen from an sue charges. Dec. 30: Police received a report of a fight at Memories unlocked locker at YMCA, 3573 North Berens Road. Dec. 29: A man reported that cash and his iPhone were on Main, 16211 Main Avenue. When officers arrived, there was no disturbance and none of the parties involved wanted stolen from an unlocked locker at YMCA. The total loss is estimated at $130. to pursue charges. Jan. 1: A man reported that his wallet, cash shoes and Disorderly conduct Jan. 1: Police received a report of a domestic disturbance gloves were stolen from his unlocked vehicle while it was at an apartment complex in the 5100 block of Memorial parked in the 5500 block of Cedarwood Street. The total loss Trail. When police attempted to bring the woman involved in is estimated at $167. Jan. 3: A man reported that a United States flag had been the incident into the hallway to talk, the 45-year-old Prior Lake man also involved in the incident began yelling and stolen from outside his home in the 17400 block of Deerfield swearing at the woman in front of officers. The man also Drive. The flag was valued at $25. Underage drinking yelled and swore at another tenant in the building, and many Jan. 2: Mystic Lake Casino security staff witnessed a residents could hear the commotion. The man also allegedly made threats against the officers. He was arrested and young person stumbling around the casino while friends attempted to keep the person from falling. Security located jailed for disorderly conduct. the entire group of friends and detained them until Prior Lake DWI Dec. 29: Police received a report of an intoxicated man police arrived. An 18-year-old woman from Plymouth, a leaving Mystic Lake Casino, 2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard, 19-year-old woman from Maple Lake and a 18-year-old man and possibly trying to drive. Police located the man, a from Wayzata were cited for underage alcohol consump37-year-old from St. Paul, and he was arrested and jailed tion. Warrants for second-degree DWI. Jan. 1: A 24-year-old St. Paul woman was arrested and Mischief Jan. 1: A man from the 17400 block of Deerfield Drive jailed on a Wright County warrant while at Mystic Lake Careported that someone unplugged his Christmas lights and sino. Jan. 2: A 30-year-old Prior Lake man was arrested and moved them. jailed on a Scott County warrant for failing to appear on a Narcotics Jan. 3: Police received a report of narcotics at Mystic Lake misdemeanor driving after suspension charge after the veCasino. Security staff reported that they witness a small hicle he was in was stopped in the 5100 block of 160th amount of marijuana fall out of a person’s pocket. The Street for an equipment violation. The driver of the vehicle, marijuana was seized and destroyed, and the person received a 29-year-old Bloomington woman, was cited for driving without a Minnesota driver’s license. a warning. No charges were filed. Jan. 3: A 27-year-old Eagan man was arrested on a Property damage Jan. 3: A man from the 14100 block of Bluebird Trail Dakota County warrant after he was pulled over on Canterreported that his mailbox had been struck, possibly by a bury Road near Eagle Creek Boulevard.
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FIRE CALLS The Prior Lake Fire Department responded to the following fire and medical calls Dec. 28, 2011-Jan. 4, 2012: Dec. 29 Firefighters responded to a fire alarm at Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, at 2 p.m. It was a false alarm. Dec. 30 Firefighters responded to: A fire alarm in the 19300 block of Heitel Way in Credit River Township at 10:21 a.m. It was a false alarm and firefighters were canceled en route. A carbon monoxide alarm in the 5700 block of Fairlawn Shores Trail at 10:44 a.m. The alarm had been sounding on and off for three days. It was determined to be a false alarm. A carbon monoxide alarm in the 16000 block of Cambridge Circle at 5:14 p.m. It was a false alarm. Dec. 31 Firefighters responded to: A report of a power pole or surround-
ing brush on fire at County Road 27 and Creekwood Road in Credit River Township at 12:31 p.m. Some grass was found burning near the power pole. A fire alarm in the 5100 block of 160th Street. The alarm was determined to be set off by a malfunctioning clothes dryer that was smoking. A smoke alarm at Basement Bar and Grill, 16691 Highway 13, at 9:47 p.m. It was a false alarm. A motor vehicle accident with injuries at County Road 42 and Ferndale Avenue at 9:57 p.m. One person was transported to the hospital. A motor vehicle accident at county roads 27 and 82 at 10:45 p.m. There were no reported injuries. Jan. 1 Firefighters responded to a chimney fire at a home in the 1700 block of Spring Lake Circle at 10:20 p.m. The fire was out on arrival. Jan. 2 Firefighters were responded to: A report of a four-wheeler that fell
through the ice on Prior Lake near the 16000 block of Eagle Creek Avenue. Someone in a nearby fish house got the 14-year-old boy out of the water, provided him with dry clothes and connected him with his parents. No rescue was required. A motor vehicle accident at Broadview Drive and Oak Grove Avenue in Credit River Township at 9:44 p.m. Minor injuries were reported, but no one was transported to the hospital. Jan. 3 Firefighters were called to a house fire in the 3300 block of Vale Circle at 1:31 a.m. The fire started in the house’s attic and ended up destroying half of the attic. The Mdewakanton and Savage fire departments provided mutual aid. Firefighters cleared the scene by 4:46 a.m. The fire is believed to have been caused by a failure of the fire box inside the chimney or the chimney itself. The house is currently unlivable due to the heavy water damage from the fire suppression efforts, but the house is salvageable.
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Escape winter with armchair travel series
St. John’s student is spelling bee champ
Scott County libraries will help residents make their escape with a series of “armchair travel� presentations this winter. The schedule includes: Thursday, Feb. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: “Around the State in 1,000 Days� at the Belle Plaine Library, 125 W. Main St. Lisa Jamison presents a pictorial review of a crazy family adventure involving hiking and geocaching in all 71 of Minnesota’s state parks in less than three years. Saturday, Feb. 18, 1-2 p.m.: “European Vacation� at the Jordan Library, 230 S. Broadway St. Take a virtual vacation to Europe with local Jordan residents and tour guides Matt Dolan and Diana Lowry. They will share the history and sights they experienced on their journey around Europe. Saturday, Feb. 25, 10:30 a.m.: “Hidden Scandinavia� at the Shakopee Library, 235 Lewis St. Travel agent/world traveler Alyssa Schulke presents the unique and relatively unknown wonders of the Scandinavian countries (Minnesota not included). No lutefisk will be served. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: “Tanzania/Mt. Kilimanjaro� at the Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. After a trek to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro, join Allie Hafez as she goes on a safari to recuperate. Allie will show a PowerPoint presentation of her trip. Tuesday, Feb. 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: “Kenya Circle Tour� at the Shakopee Library, 235 Lewis St. Wildlife photographer and Shakopee resident Todd Jacobs will take you on a circle tour of central Kenya from Nairobi to Mount Kenya to Lake Nakuru (home of pink fl amingos) to the large game in the Maasai Mara.
St. John the Baptist Catholic School eighth-grader Marissa Bauer of Prior Lake won the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District Spelling Bee on Monday, Dec. 19. Participants included buildi ng co - cha mpions f rom 13 schools in District 191 along with two students from St. John the Baptist Catholic School in Savage. The spelling representatives from Eagle Ridge Junior High included eighth-graders Jon Garbe and Sarah Wright, and seventh-grader Admir Elezovic. The building co-champions from the elementary schools in Savage include: sixth-grader Jake Spaude and fi fth-grader A lex La rson of Ma rion W. Savage; fifth-graders Talori Dunsworth and Jacob Nistler of Hidden Valley; sixth-graders Blake Andert and Ian Johnson of Harriet Bishop. St udent s i n g rades f ive through eight were eligible to compete for the building championships.
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Optimist Club seeks entries for International Oratorical Contest The Prior Lake Optimist Club is encouraging Prior Lake-Savage area students to speak their minds about the topic, “How my Optimism Helps me Overcome Obstacles� as part of the Optimist International Oratorical Contest for 2011-12. The Oratorical Contest will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 15 in the Prior Lake High School
lecture hall. Top winners will be determined by three judges experienced in public speaking based on content and presentation. Winners will receive a medallion, a monetary prize in the local contest and the top two winning male and female speakers will be sent onto the zone and district competitions
for the opportunity to win a $ 2,500 college scholarship. Students under the age of 18 as of Dec. 31 are eligible to participate. Winners of the contest have been as young as fourth-graders. In January and March, there will be after-school workshops on speech writing and presentation.
Information on dates will be posted at www. priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us. The deadline to register is Feb. 15. Applications can be found at www.priorlake-savage.k12. mn.us or by contacting Optimist Club Oratorical Chairperson Sue Heaton at (952) 212-3759 or heatonjorenby@mchsi.com.
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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
Snowmobilers to meet Wednesday The Prior Lake Snowmobile Association will have its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 at the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave. All members and guests are welcome. The association will lead “day rides” to tour the county every Saturday and Sunday during the season (riding conditions permitting). Stop in at the meeting to get more information. Finalizing plans for the two club trips this season also will be on the agenda. For more information, call (952) 440-2230.
DFLers to meet Thursday Senate District 35 of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party will have its monthly business meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12 in the meeting room at the Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Topics will include the upcoming caucuses, redistricting lines and the Senate district convention. All DFL members are welcome to attend.
First responder courses offered The Mdewakanton Emergency Services department will present courses for emergency medical services and health care providers. Classes are open to the public and will be in the training room at the tribe’s fi re station across from Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake. A fi rst responder initial class will be from 6 to 10 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and every other Friday, Jan. 9-Feb. 8. The cost of this class is $440. Three EMT refresher courses will be offered for those 18 and up (cost is $275): 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb, 17, 18 and 19 6 to 10 p.m. March 5-16 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 27, 28 and 29 Two fi rst responder refresher courses will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. Feb. 20-29; and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 10 and 11. The cost for the class is $176. This class is open to people age 17 and up. CPR and AED classes are also available. For more information about classes, contact Training Coordinator Malissa Radanke at Mdewakanton Emergency Services at (952) 233-1077 or register at www.mdfi re.org.
Trapping course is Feb. 11, 18 The Minnesota Trappers Association and the Fish Lake Sportsmen’s Club will host a Furbearer trapping training course on Saturdays, Feb. 11 and 18, at the SCALE Regional Public Safety Training Facility, 17706 Valley View Dr., Jordan. The course is required by the state of Minnesota for anyone planning to purchase a trapping license who was born after Dec. 31, 1989. Advance registration is required by Jan. 28. For more information, call Shawn O’Hern at (612) 240-8404.
Help available for veterans The Veterans Administration has created and staffed two sites with medically trained personnel to help with soldiers who are having trouble adjusting back into society after coming home from active duty. T he st a f f a ssi st s vetera n s and all active duty military and their family members 24 hours a day through a hotline number, 1-800-273-8255, and website, www. veteranscrisisline.net. Veterans also can contact their local VFWs.
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FACES IN THE CROWD | A WEEKLY PROFILE OF PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY
Administrative assistant leads by example BY MERYN FLUKER mfluker@swpub.com
Lynda Standish has been married to Doug Brinkman for 20 years. While she has nothing but glowing things to say about their bond and the joy she gets from spending time with him, none of it is enough to make her change her name. Being known as Lynda Brinkman would obscure her family tree’s brightest branch. “That’s part of why I wanted to keep the name,” says Standish, who is an 11th-generation descendant of Mayflower passenger and Plymouth Colony protector Myles Standish. “I’m so proud of the heritage.” Standish estimates that she has lived in Prior Lake, many miles from where her famous ancestor settled all those centuries ago, for 45 years. It is the place where she has raised her six children, all of whom still live here except for her youngest daughter Anna Allen, who lives in Shakopee. “She’s the rebel,” Standish says of her daughter. Allen may be the only one of her siblings to live outside of Prior Lake, but she spends plenty of time in the city. She runs a youth group at Prior Lake’s Harbor Community Church and two years ago successfully persuaded Standish to become her colleague. “Anna wanted me to work here and work with the pastor because heart and soul was in this church,” Standish says. For over two years, Standish has been the pastor’s administrative assistant at Harbor Community Church. Her daily tasks include everything from answering phones and scheduling appointments for the Rev. Joshua Johnson to greeting visitors and handling the church’s budget and staff salaries. “I’m painting the walls and scrubbing the floors and moving the furniture,” Standish says. “I’m kind of a jack of all trades.” She has helped Harbor to weather some real struggles, including the collapse of part of the church’s roof in 2010. Standish says she’s uniquely suited to dealing with repairs and structural issues. “I think that’s why the Lord put me here,” she says. Standish retired in 2008 from her career as a commercial sales representative, a work history that included 20 years at Sears. She’s been a member of Harbor for three
Helping Harbor Harbor Community Church’s Helping Hands Free Shop houses donations for community members in need, regardless of whether they attend Harbor. Administrative Assistant Lynda Standish offered a list of desirable winter-time donations, including new and gently used items: Clothing, especially hats and gloves Shoes, particularly boots and tennis shoes Unopened canned goods and boxed food Miscellaneous kitchen/cooking supplies Children’s toys and games Books
years, watching the congregation quadruple in size. “It’s really because of all this outreach and ministry that I wanted to be a part of this church,” Standish says. “It just touched my heart.” Harbor hosts ministries to help those less fortunate, whether they are members of the church, local residents or people living throughout the world. The church’s Helping Hands Free Shop has clothes, games, books and other assorted donated items which are then available without charge to people who are struggling financially. Various groups from the church go on mission trips throughout the year, building houses and providing other services for people living in poverty across the globe. “People don’t even have to go to our church,” Standish said. “They just need to let us know they need help.” Though she said Harbor “is not a cookie-cutter church at all,” it seems to be a perfect fit for Standish, who calls outreach her favorite part of the job. “I feel like I’m following what Christ would want us to do, to help people in need,” she says. “To teach people by example.” When Standish isn’t at the church, she can often be found spending time with her 14 grandchildren. “I have so much fun with the
PHOTO BY MERYN FLUKER
Lynda Standish is often the first contact for anyone approaching Prior Lake’s Harbor Community Church. Standish, a longtime Prior Lake resident, has worked as an administrative assistant at the church for two years. kids,” she says. “It’s so much fun being a grandparent, watching them discover new things.”
Q AND A WITH LYNDA STANDISH What’s your favorite thing about Prior Lake? I still feel it has a small-town feel about it. I believe in Minnesota nice, and the people are really nice here. What three words or phrases would someone use to describe you? Driven, goal-oriented and giving. What is the last good movie you saw? “The Help.” I read the book first and then I saw the movie. I really enjoyed it particularly because it took place in the ’60s. What are you currently reading? “Heaven Can Wait” and “Heaven is for Real.” If you could go anywhere in
“I feel like I’m following what Christ would want us to do, to help people in need.” Lynda Standish Pastor’s administrative assistant, Harbor Community Church the world, where would you go? It depends on who I’m going with … If I was with my husband it wouldn’t matter, as long as he was with me. What is your favorite vacation that you’ve been on? For my husband’s 60th birthday, we drove up to the Upper Peninsula. We stayed in a cabin on the lake, just having that time alone with him one-on-one.
Do you know someone who would make a good Faces in the Crowd candidate? Call the editor at (952) 345-6378 or e-mail editor@plamerican.com.
Good teachers: District 719 names yearly honorees The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District and the Prior Lake-Savage Education Association (PLSEA) has announced this year’s Teachers of the Year. In each of District 719’s buildings, an exemplary teacher was chosen by staff to represent the quality and contributions of all district educators. This year’s honorees are:
MICHELLE PROSEN Michelle Prosen graduated from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and later earned a license as a parent educator after falling in love with Early Childhood Family Michelle Education (ECFE). Prosen Prosen, who has been in District 719 since January 1996, began her career in parent education in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District. After a year and a half in District 196, Prosen added a few classes in District 719. In her almost 16 years in District 719, Prosen has worked with families in ECFE, Circle of Friends Preschool, and screening. Over the years she has served on the committee to research and review extended-day kindergarten, the district-wide strategic planning committee, the EC strategic planning group, the FIT committee and the district staff-development committee. Michelle has also served as the Edgewood School building rep to PLSEA and is currently Edgewood’s building mentor.
CANDI CLAUSEN Candi Clausen has been a school social worker at Five Hawks Elementary School for over 13 years. She completed her social work practicum placement at Five Hawks during the
fall of 1995, working mainly with the Five Hawks social worker, but also spent time with the social workers at WestWood and Grainwood elementary schools. C l au s e n h a s a Bachelor of Science degree from Winona Candi State University. In Clausen spring 1996, Clausen was a long-term substitute school social worker at what was Belle Plaine Elementary School. Clausen is involved in many groups and initiatives, including the Crisis Response team at both the building and district levels, the District Recovery Team and Problem-Solving Team. She is also a member of the Minnesota School Social Workers Association (MSSWA).
LISA MANDERS Lisa Manders coteaches the secondand third-grade multiage class at WestWood Elementary School. This is her ninth year teaching, and her eighth year teaching at WestWood. She earned her undergraduate Lisa degree from Drake Manders University and her master’s degree from Saint Mary’s University. Manders has served on numerous committees at WestWood, including Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS), environmental education, science implementation, Medical Emergency Response Team and yearbook. She is also a Junior Naturalist adviser and the district coordinator of the inventor’s fair. Manders loves being a teacher
because every day is challenging, rewarding and fun. She lives in Savage with her husband, John. They love to travel, golf, try out new restaurants, and spend time at the lake. Manders also loves to cook, kickbox, play softball and cheer on the Twins.
MELANIE ANDERSON Melanie Anderson has been at Glendale for nine years. She has taught fi rst and second g rade as a looping teacher and is currently teaching a fi rst-and second-grade combination class. Anderson has been Melanie a leader on several Anderson school committees, worked with the school newspaper, student council and building the Smart Gym. In the summer, she continues her school involvement by tutoring and teaching science camps.
MICHELE PERKINS Michele Perkins h a s t au g ht f i f t h g rade i n Di st ric t 719 for 13 years. She also taught fi rst and third grade in the Belgrade-BrootenElrosa School District for eight years. P erk i n s’ t i me i n District 719 has alMichele lowed her to teach Perkins fi fth grade at WestWood Elementary School and now at Grainwood Elementary School. She received her degree in education at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. She received her master’s degree at the College of St. Scholastica. Perkins has served on a variety of committees during her time with the district, including PBIS, response
To go What: The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District’s Teachers of the Year celebration When: 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20 Where: Media Center, Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake
to intervention (RtI), report card, sunshine and as student council supervisor. Perkins is also an assistant cross country coach at Prior Lake High School. Perkins lives in Lakeville with her husband, Troy, and her daughters Jaya and Taylor. Perkins enjoys sports, reading and spending time with family.
MIKE KOPPANG Physical education teacher Mike Koppang is Jeffers Pond Elementary School’s teacher of the year. Koppang attended M i not St ate Un iversity and studied physical education and elementary education. He has a masMike ter’s degree from St. Koppang Mary’s University. Koppang taught in Texas for 10 years before coming to District 719, where he has been for 13 years. He is one of the Junior Naturalist leaders and has been working with that program for six years. Other committees and activities include SAT, principal hiring, Jeffers Pond building and planning, math, MERT Team, phy ed. PER and the Building Crisis Response Team.
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The g roups meet weekly on Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, 3611 North Berens Road, Prior Lake. For more information, call Charlie at (952) 884-9417 or Michael at (952) 607-8619.
Moms in Touch International
Young Life Scott County Young Life is part of a worldwide, nondenominational Christian organization for high school students that of fers fun, adventure, friendship and a sense of significance. The club meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at the Young Life Office, 13845 Highway 13, Savage. For more information, call (952) 402-9123 or visit www. scottcountymn.younglife.org.
T.O.P.S., Take off Pounds Sensibly, meets at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday in the community room at Prior Lake State Bank, 16677 Duluth Ave. For more information, call June at (952) 454-6579 or Mikki at (952) 457-1306.
PowerNet business
Co-Dependents Anonymous group support meets at 4646 Colorado St., Prior Lake. Men’s C o - D ep endent s Anonymous meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday. Co -Dependents Anonymous (for men and women) meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday.
Savage PowerNet, a business referral group, meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Davanni’s, at County Road 42 and Highway 13 in Savage. For more information, call Kelly at (612) 861-8300.
Overeaters Anonymous
Savage Network Plus
The group Overeaters Anonymous meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at Christ Lutheran Church, 1053 Jef ferson St., Shakopee. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. The group has a step format with a monthly open topic. For more information, call Nancy at (612) 250-0075 or Steve at (612) 845-2672.
Savage Network Plus, a Business Network Inter national group, meets at 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at Savage City Hall, 6000 McColl Drive. The group of small business owners seeks to grow businesses by generating referrals for one another. For more information, call (952) 440-5261 or e-mail bprimeau@summitwealthadvocates. com.
Emotions Anonymous
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A 12-step program called Emotions Anonymous meets 7 p.m. Thursdays at St. Anne’s parish center, 411 N. Fourth St., LeSueur, in the south end of St. Anne’s parking lot. For more information, call Kathleen at (507) 665-2644.
Prior Lake Parent Resource Group The National Alliance on Ment a l I l l ne s s ( NA M I ) of Minnesota provides support groups to help parents discover resources to meet the challenges of raising a child wit h menta l i l l ness, lea r n c opi n g sk i l l s a nd develop problem-solving skills. Parent resource groups are fa-
Gamblers Anonymous Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other.
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Beyond the Yellow Ribbon South of the River, an organization that supports military personnel and their families, meets the fi rst Tuesday of every month in the lower level of the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave. The group can be reached by calling (952) 440-5011, or emailing btyrsouthoftheriver@ gmail.com.
American Legion
T.O.P.S.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
The Prior Lake American Legion meets the third Monday of each month at 8 p.m. at the Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave., Prior Lake. For more information, call Bob Roe at (952) 447-5811.
MOMS Club MOMS Club of Prior Lake (Moms Offering Moms Support) will have its monthly membership meeting the third Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m. at Harbor Community Church, 5995 Timber Trail, Prior Lake. To join the group or find out more information, contact Mandy Reinert Nash at (952) 226-2410 or Sharlene Czajkowski at (952) 447-1780, e-mail momsclubofpriorlake@yahoo.com or visit www.momsclub.org.
WyldLife Scott County WyldLife is part of a worldwide, nondenominational Christian organization for middle school students. The club meets every other Friday and offers a high-energy, interactive evening fi lled with games, fun and music. For more information on the schedule and location, call Jennifer Schroeder at (952) 402-9123 or visit the website at www.scottcountymn.wyldlife. org.
Savage Unity AA A handicapped-accessible Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to men and women takes place Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Bridgewood Church, 6201 W. 135th St., Savage. For more information, call (952) 297-4777.
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Winner’s Circle The Winner’s Circle Chapter of Business Network International meets from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Thursdays at 1101 Adams St., Shakopee. F o r m o r e i n fo r m at io n , call Darren Kurilko at (952) 947-0323.
Gamblers Anonymous
Moms in Touch International (MITI) is a prayer group that meets weekly to pray for children and schools. Moms pray one hour each week for their children, their individual schools, administration, PTA/PTC groups, staff, students and every aspect of the school. For information on your child’s individual school, visit momsintouch.org and click on “group locator.”
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cilitated by a parent who has a child with a mental illness and who has been trained to lead support groups. A parent resource group meets on the fi rst Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at The LINK Event Center, 2200 Trail of Dreams, Prior Lake. For more information, call NAMI at (651) 645-2948.
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Gamblers Anonymous, a support group for those struggling with addiction to gambling, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 5634 Luther Road, Prior Lake.
Alanon Alanon meetings with the “Island of Serenity” group will take place at 7 p.m. Mondays at 16150 Arcadia Ave., Prior Lake.
AA Other meetings take place at Lakers Alano, 4646 Colorado St. on the following days: Mondays: AA meets at 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays: AA meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays: AA meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays: AA meets at 6:30 p.m. Fridays: AA meets at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Saturdays: AA meets at 9:30 a.m. On the third Saturday of each month, there will be a 6:30 p.m. potluck followed by the 8 p.m. speaker meeting. NA (Narcotics Anonymous meets at 6:30 p.m. Sundays: AA meets at 10:30 a.m., the AA Big Book Study meets at 6:30 p.m. All people in recovery are welcome to attend.
Domestic violence Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women offers ongoing weeknight and weekday support groups for women who are currently experiencing or have experienced domestic violence. On-site childcare is provided. For location and more information, call (952) 873-4214.
National Alliance for Mental Illness The Scott County chapter of the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the fi rst and third Wednesdays of the month at the Valley Green Workforce Center, 752 Canterbury Road, Shakopee. The meetings are open to all who are interested (including those living with the illness). For more information, call Janet Williams at (952) 890-1669 or Kevin Wineman at (952) 496-8513, or visit www.nami. org/namimn.
Marine Corps League The Marine Corps League
meets the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Dan Patch American Legion, 12375 Princeton Ave., Savage. F o r m o r e i n fo r m at io n , call Pete Williams at (612) 730-0999.
Suicide grief support A suicide grief support group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at Queen of Peace Hospital, 301 Second St., New Prague. The meeting location is the Jameen Mape Room. Enter through the emergency room doors; use the southeast elevators to the lower level. For more information, call Sally at (952) 758-4735.
Mothers of Multiples Minnesota Valley Mothers of Multiples will meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Apple Valley Community Center, 14601 Hayes Road, Apple Valley. For more information, email info@mvmom.org.
Support for RSD/CRPS A support group for anyone affected by Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome meets from 10 a.m. to noon the fourth Saturday of each month at the Savage Public Library, 13090 Alabama Ave., Savage. T he g roup encou rages a positive, caring group and has a variety of topics. The group is facilitated by Bonnie Scherer, but all members decide on all aspects of the meetings. For more information, call (952) 457-7586.
River Valley Toastmasters The Minnesota River Valley Toastmasters will meet on the second, third and fourth Mondays of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. The group now meets at the Prior Lake fi re station, 16776 Fish Point Road. All visitors are welcome. For more information, call Shirley at (952) 447-4621 or visit www. mnrv.freetoasthost.org.
Widows and widowers Widows’ a nd Widowers’ Circle of Friends is a social group for those who have lost a spouse. The group meets at 5 p.m. the second Saturday of the month. For more information, call Ethel at (952) 888-1035.
St. Francis support The following support groups meet regularly at St. Francis Regional Medical Center, 1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee: Infant Loss Support: Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. Call (952) 428-2002 Diabetes Support: Group
meets the fi rst Monday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call (952) 428-3324. Diabetes Prevention: Offered monthly. Designed for anyone who has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or those with a family history of diabetes. For more information, call (952) 428-3324. Hea r t Suppor t : Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. Call (952) 428-2080. Low Vision Support: Group meets the second Thursday of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Call (952) 428-2002. Women’s Connection, support for women with cancer: Meets the fourth Monday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. Call (952) 428-2700. American Cancer Society’s Look Good … Feel Better meets the fourth Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call 1-800-ACS-2345. Joint Care group meets every other Wednesday from 2 to 3 : 30 p.m. Designed for people scheduled for total knee or hip replacement. Call (952) 428-2565. Smoking Cessation: If you are ready to stop smoking, call 888-354-PLAN (7526).
La Leche League La Leche League offers support and encouragement to mothers who wish to breastfeed their babies. Join the group for a meeting on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m., and bring your nursing baby. Pregnant women are encouraged to attend before the birth of their babies. For more information on the meeting or breast feeding questions, call April at ( 9 52 ) 4 4 0 - 6 3 2 0, M ichele at (952) 447-6182 or Traci at (952) 226-2052.
Sexual assault/abuse Survivors of Sexual Assault/ Abuse is a confidential, 10-week support group for survivors of sexual assault or abuse that meets from 6 to 8 p.m. on varying days in the Sexual Violence Center, 510 Chestnut St., Suite 204, Chaska. For more information, call Kristi at (952) 448-5425.
Support for parents TABLE, a small group at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church created to offer support and information for parents, meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. Parents whose children have special behavioral, learning or emotional challenges are welcome. There is no cost to attend. The church is at 3611 North Berens Road, Prior Lake. For more information, call Mary Wangerin at (952) 447-1884 or visit www.sollc.org.
publicnotices Spring Lake Township NOTICE OF HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT FOR BLAKE ROAD, LILA LANE AND VICTORIA ROAD Thursday January 12, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Notice is hereby given that the Board of Spring Lake Township will meet: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 12, 2011 at the Town Hall 20381 Fairlawn Avenue Prior Lake, MN 55372 to consider the making of an improvement of Blake Road, Lila Lane and Victoria Road by grinding the existing bituminous, reclaiming the base, grading and re-paving the roadway, and replacing culverts. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is all abutting property. The estimated cost of the improvement is $204,000. A reasonable estimate of the impact of the assessment will be available at the hearing. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting. Kathy Nielsen, Clerk Spring Lake Township 20381 Fairlawn Avenue Prior Lake, MN 55372 kathynielsen@springlaketownship.com
(952) 492-7030 (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, December 31, 2011 and January 7, 2012; No. 7618) Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: August 17, 2011 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is
required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Sweetgrass Stables 2. State the address of the principal place of business: 22891 Natchez Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044 3. 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. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Rolling Hills Farm, Inc. – 22891 Natchez Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044 4. 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. Signature: Theresa L Walters, President Chris Olsen - Contact Person 612-360-5788 Date: August 15, 2011 (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, January 7 and 14, 2012; No. 7620) DRAFT AGENDA SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP MONTHLY MEETING THURSDAY, JANUARY 12, 2012 at 7:00 P.M.
SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP TOWN HALL, 20381 FAIRLAWN AVENUE PRIOR LAKE, MN 55372 7:00 Call to Order Changes to and approval of agenda Approval of December 8, 2011 monthly meeting minutes 7:05 Public Commentary Agenda Items 7:10 Request for support of a conditional use permit for a 26 acres parcel on Flag Trail at Co Rd 8 for a horse rehabilitation facility 7:30 Public Hearing for improvement of Blake Rd, Lila Ln, and Victoria Rd 8:00 Accept feasibility report for reconstruction of Hickory Hills Trail 8:15 Discussion of a policy for the prudent use of road signs 8:25 Engineer’s Report 8:35 Road Report 8:45 Parks Report 8:55 Water Resources Report 9:00 Treasurer’s Report New Business/Old Business Approval of disbursements Kathy Nielsen, Clerk 952-492-7030 kathynielsen@springlaketownship.com
(Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, January 7, 2012; No. 7621)
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SUE MATTHEWS Secondgrade teacher Sue Ann Matthews was selected as Redtail Ridge Elementar y S c h o o l ’s teacher of the year. This is her 34th year Sue in District 719. Matthews T h roughout her years she has taught kindergarten, fi rst, second, third and multi-age fi rst and second grades. Teaching second grade is Matthews’ favorite. In her classroom everyone is a teacher, a helper and a learner. It is important to her to keep current with trends in education, so she is often reading books and taking classes. Matthews received a Bachelor of A r ts in elementary education from what was the College of St. Catherine and her Master of Arts in education and instruction at St. Mary’s University. Matthews has worked on the District Math Committee
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Information provided here is offered as a service through this paper in cooperation with the Scott-Carver Association for Volunteer Involvement. SAVI works to increase the ef fective use of volunteers to me et com mu nit y ne e d s throughout the area. Participation is open to individuals and organizations working in the volunteer sector in both counties.
Big Brothers Big Sisters The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities announces its newest program, Big Families, which engages a mentor in a relationship with a young person with a defi ned supplemental role for the mentor’s family. Contact: (6 51) 789-2490.
Scott County Historical Society Administrative assistant: Complete administrative tasks such as mailings, answering phones, greeting visitors and more. Assist visitors in the resea rch libra r y a nd wit h public tours, as well as assist with maintenance of museum collections and collections records. Training provided, flexible schedule. Event helper: Assist staff with hands-on activities at Kids Kraft programs, the last Saturday of each month. Training provided. Volunteer one, two or more dates. Contact: Kathy at (952) 445-0378 or info@scottcountyhistory.org.
Sexual Violence Center Sexual assault advocate: Looking for the most rewarding volunteer experience of your life? Become a sexual assault advocate and providing these services: 24-hour crisis line, medical, law enforcement or legal advocacy, com mu nit y a nd educ ation pr e s ent at ion s , one - t o - one counseling and support group facilitation. Volunteer training available; call to sign up. Contact: Kathy or Emily at (952) 448-5425.
for over 20 years. During this time, she has helped implement Everyday Math –visiting Chicago twice for training – and then helping to train teachers and educate parents. In addition, Matthews participates in staff development, SAT, has mentored student teachers and has been a new teacher mentor. Matthews is a grade-level representative and is currently serving on the Science Committee to help implement this newly adopted curriculum. Matthews lives in Prior Lake with her husband, Sean, and has two adult children, Bridgit and Ann. In her free time, Matthews enjoys boating on Lake Superior, reading, shopping and spending time with friends and family.
EMILY QUINN Eighthg rade mat h teacher Emily Quinn is Twin Oaks Middle School’s teacher of the year. Quinn graduated i n 2 0 0 3 from the University of WisEmily c on si n , E au Quinn C l a i r e w it h degrees in secondary math
and Spanish. She also earned a master’s degree in education and learning from St. Mary’s University earlier this year. In fall 2003, Quinn began teaching at Hidden Oaks Middle School and this is her eighth year teaching eighth-grade algebra. She has served on the SIT and K-through-12 math committees as well as being a middle-level programming representative.
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CHURCH NEWS
St. John’s to host open house St. John the Baptist Catholic School, 12508 Lynn Ave., Savage, will host an open house for 2012-13 incoming preschool (3- to 5-year-olds) and school (K-8) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12. Pizza will be served at 6 p.m., with a brief presentation at 6:30 p.m., followed by tours of classrooms and activities with teachers. Child care will be provided. Call (952) 890-6604 to make reservations. All faiths are welcomed.
Friendship Church offers support groups New sessions of support groups have begun at Friendship Church. The list includes: Celebrate Recovery, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays, Prior Lake campus, 17741 Fairlawn Ave. This is a Christian support group for those seeking healing from life’s hurts, habits and hangups. Issues include addictions (such as drugs, alcohol, food, gambling, pornography, etc.) anxiety, grief, co-dependency, stress, various types of abuse and all other issues. For more information, e-mail celebraterecovery@friendship-church. org or call (952) 447-0546. DivorceCare, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays, beginning Jan. 9, Prior Lake campus. DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. This group is led by someone who understands what you are going through and wants to help. For more information contact Ron Brist at ronb@friendship-church.org or (952) 447-0532. GriefShare, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, beginning Feb. 2, Prior Lake campus. This is a weekly group for people grieving the death of someone close. It’s a place to be around others who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. If you’ve lost someone close to you, GriefShare will help you to fi nd hope. For more information, contact Ron Brist at ronb@ friendship-church.org or call (952) 447-0532.
CAP AGENCY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The CAP Agency, a private, nonprofit organization providing human services to families and individuals in Scott, Carver and Dakota counties, has the following volunteer opportunities available. For more information about volunteering with the Scott Carver Dakota CAP Agency, e-mail info@capagency.org or call (952) 496-2125. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old or supervised by an adult.
CHORE Services Help with indoor and outdoor home maintenance for older adults so they can live independently in their own homes for as long as possible. Seasonal and ongoing opportunities available. Great for community and youth groups. Call Terry at (952) 402-9835.
Crisis Nursery Shakopee Licensed child care and foster care providers can provide short-term care for children
whose families are working through a crisis. Experienced social workers/crisis response workers can help to answer calls from families. Training and supervision is provided. Flexible weekdays, evenings and weekends. Call Jodi at (952) 402-9851.
Food shelf driver Pick up donated food items from local grocery stores in Scott County one or two mornings per week. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and have a clean driving record. Call Linda at (952) 402-9856.
Food support outreach Help individuals complete applications for a county-run federal program that helps low-income families get the fo o d t hey ne e d for sou nd nutrition and well-balanced meals. Or, attend local events to educate the public about the food support program. Training is provided. Call
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Terry at (952) 402-9835.
ENGAGEMENT
Head Start Share your time and skills with this preschool program. Help with field trips and classroom activities, share a story about your family heritage or teach children about your job or hobby. Flexible mornings and afternoons during the school year. Call Deb at (651) 322-3504.
Senior nutrition Help to provide hot meals to seniors by volunteering as a Meals on Wheels driver or at a congregate dining site. Weekday mornings, f lexible commitment. Call Denise at (952) 402-9855.
Thrift shop Accept, sort and display donations in the store. Monday through Saturday; call for available times. Must be at least 16. Call Linda at (952) 402-9856.
Forrester-Healy The parents of Aubrey Forrester and Sam Healy announce that our children will begin their new lives together this coming August. Healy is the son of Will and Julie Healy of Northfield. He is a graduate of Northfield High School and Gustavus Adolphus College and received a master’s degree in education from St. Mary’s University. He is an elementary educator in Hastings. Forrester is the daughter of Bryan and Kim Forrester of Prior Lake. She is a graduate of Prior Lake High School and received a bachelor’s degree in nursing science from Minnesota State UniversityMankato. She is a registered
Aubrey Forrester and Sam Healy nurse at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville.
CHURCH DIRECTORY
Online O li Church Ch h Directory Di t — place l your newspaper worship hi ad d on our online li worship directory www.plamerican.com. For more information call 952-447-6669
The People of the United Methodist Church Welcome You
Prior Lake Baptist Church Loving God, Exalting Christ, Revering God’s Word, Building Christ’s Church - together
1026 E 205th St, Jordan (952) 492-2249 www.lydiazionchurch.com
Pastor Ron Groschel 952-447-2824 SUNDAY SERVICES
Morning Worship 9:00 a.m. Sunday School/ Adult Bible Fellowship 10:40 a.m. Evening Service 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICES
Bible Study Awana Club (Oct. - Apr.)
Join us for Family Worship
Pastor Larry G. Kasten 952.217.1113 lzumc.pastor@frontiernet.net
Home of Prior Lake Christian School (Preschool - 12th grade) visit us at: www.priorlakebaptist.org
Sunday at 8:45 & 10:45 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST
L.O.R.D. Love Others Rejoice Daily
7:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m.
Join us for Worship
Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m Sunday, January 1st
Sunday Worship ..................................9:00 AM Sunday School ....................................10:15 AM Youth Group Meets Sunday 5:00PM - 7:00PM
www.htumc.org 16150 Arcadia Ave SE 952-447-2990 (2 blocks W. of Hwy. 13 on Dakota)
Holy Cross Lutheran Church LCMS
Growing in Faith, Living to Serve
Pastor Rance Settle County Rd. 42 & Pike Lake Trail (952) 445-1779
Sunday Worship 9:00 AM Sunday School & Adult Bible Class 10:20 AM
952.230.2988
Seek, Share and Serve our Savior
www.sollc.org
www.holycross-pl.org
One block West of Cty. Rd. 21 on Cty. Rd. 42
Auburn Village G ener a l c a l l for volu n teers for activities, Bridge, cards, reading and gardening. Auburn Village includes the communities of Auburn Courts, Auburn Manor, the C ou r t ya rd at Aubu r n a nd Talheim Apartments. Sunday worship assistants also are ne eded. Cont ac t : Sa ra h at (952) 448-9303.
DOROTHY NICHOLAS H e a l t h a nd physical education teacher Dorothy Nicholas is Prior Lake High School’s Teacher of t h e Ye a r. She earned a Bachelor of Dorothy A r t s de g r e e Nicholas f rom Gu st avus Adolphus College in 1975, followed by a Master of Arts degree from what was Mankato State University in 2001. Nicholas has taught in District 719 since 1994. In addition to being a former swim coach for both boys and girls, she has also served on the district’s six-period day and health and physical education curriculum writing committees.
Sixth-grade te acher Emi ly A lbrecht is Hidden Oaks Middle School’s teacher of the year. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Winona State Emily University Albrecht and a Master of Arts from St. Mary’s University. Albrecht has taught sixth grade for 12 years in District 719. A lbrecht has been a St . Mary’s University facilitator for eight years. In addition, she has served many committees in the district, including language arts, growth task, site sta f f development and
St. Gertrude’s Health and Rehab Center Heart to Heart visitor: Make a special friend with a senior resident by visiting with them weekly. Flexible times. Training provided. Contact: Cathy at (952) 233-4484.
middle school advanced programming. Albrecht is a vertical teaming facilitator and a district staff development presenter. Albrecht – who loves to sing, sew, take photos, and digitally scrapbook – is married to fellow district sixth-grade teacher Hans Albrecht. They have four daughters.
Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church
16311 Duluth Avenue SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 952-447-2491 www.stmichael-pl.org
Weekend Mass Times: Saturday 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery available during 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Mass St. Michael Catholic School Grades PreK-8 952-447-2124
We have a Worship Directory in each of these publications: Eden Prairie News Shakopee Valley News Chanhassen Villager Jordan Independent Prior Lake America Chaska Herald Savage Pacer
16840 Highway 13 S, Prior Lake, MN faithlutheranpriorlake@yahoo.com
St. Michael Catholic Church
You Can Reach People Throughout The Southwest Area!
Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study 10:15 a.m. Children’s Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
952-447-6955
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A modern convenience Belle Plaine historical house serves as museum of Victorian era’s modern conveniences BY MATHIAS BADEN editor@jordannews.com
E
vidence of a curious trend stands tall next to a historic house in Belle Plaine. The 1871 home opened for public tours in 1976, and eventually the Belle Plaine Historical Society started hyping up the building’s most noticeable architectural oddity – a two-story outhouse. Perplexing to some and humorous to others, the twostory outhouse drew visitors. “It’s a long time ago,” said Henrietta Stiles, at 95, the oldest member of the historical society. “We used to have busloads of people come through, and they used to buy souvenirs.” Teaspoons, key chains and coffee mugs donned the image of the outhouse, and a society member sold a half-dozen privy likenesses used as birdhouses. The rush is over, but the Hooper-Bowler-Hillstrom house and adjacent museum, which focuses on Belle Plaine businesses, remain open for tours. T-shirts featuring the outhouse and local cookbooks are still available for purchase, Stiles said.
HISTORY OF LIFE A two-story, four-seat outhouse with a ventilation system was modern for its time, but not the only convenience its early, prominent owners enjoyed. The architecture and décor of the Hooper-BowlerHillstrom house tells the story of its former residents’ status as welcome hosts, developers and prominent business owners. The historic home has been redecorated to reflect its early days – 1860s and 1870s in the upstairs bedrooms (see the cornhusk mattress), two late Victorian parlors near the entrance and a 1910s’ kitchen. It’s meant to show “a history of family life,” said Chris Meyer of the historical society, which partners with the city to preserve the structure. When Sanford Hooper built his home soon after Judge Andrew Chatfield founded Belle Plaine, location was key. Hooper lived on the path into town from the railroad depot and the Minnesota River, Meyer said. “He bought two lots, and then he bought two more,” said Stiles, who lived in the house for 40 years, “and then he bought the whole block.” Hooper owned a hotel, machine shop, foundry and riverboat. For ladies with long skirts, three so-called carriage stones at the front door served as graceful steps down from a buggy. Former owners
Tour guides use a diagram posted between the toilets to explain how a two-story outhouse works.
Can’t get enough? The Hooper-Bowler-Hillstrom house is open for tours. Visit the historic house, attached to a park near the intersection of Chestnut and Court streets in Belle Plaine, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sundays, between Memorial and Labor days each year, and at other times by appointment.
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With its two-story outhouse, Belle Plaine’s Hooper-Bowler-Hillstrom house is curious to those who fear sitting in the lower-level of the two two-seaters while someone else sits above. Odder still: The outhouse was located directly next to the kitchen window, but its ventilation system and deep hole kept it from spreading any unbearable odor.
For a large tour, call (952) 873-4433 or (952) 261-5928.
routinely entertained guests. The home’s next owner, Samuel Bowler, is responsible for many of the home’s architectural innovations and improvements. Bowler – a father of 11 children, the owner of a lumberyard and the founder of Belle Plaine State Bank – made several additions after buying the home in 1886. He added his bedroom – probably also used as a business office – onto the ground floor. He moved the kitchen, making way for a new entertaining parlor. He also added the buttery. “This house is like everybody else’s house. If you wanted another room, you’d add it on,” Stiles said. Up the butler’s staircase, Bowler constructed additional bedrooms and a modern bathroom. The family did not have indoor toilets, but its copper-lined bathtub remains. The home also had a doorbell, which still works, and a 12-foot-wide bay window in one parlor, both rare for their time. Several outbuildings dot the property, including a woodshed and storage shed for coal. The historical society hopes to restore the small, brick smokehouse; its artifacts are displayed in the carriage house museum.
THE PRIVY Using an outhouse was part of everyday life, said Gerry Meyer, a historical society member. But a twostory outhouse was state of the art, he said. It was made of plaster and lathe, just like the house, and accessed by going outside. An open-air skyway connects the second levels of the house and outhouse. Two-story outhouses, a seemingly short-lived revolution during the Victorian era, are far more common out East than in the Midwest. Today, the outhouse contains a diagram of how it works. The upper-level seats aren’t located directly above the lower-level seats. Bowler, who built the outhouse, had one major issue: The outhouse was located near the new kitchen’s window. So a deep hole was dug, a ventilation pipe installed, and four curtained windows kept tilted open. Stiles said odors were never an issue. “It was pretty classy,” she said. And since it was attached to the house, it never fell victim to classic pranks of yesteryear – “it was never tipped over on Halloween,” Stiles said.
Two-story outhouses
Museum of South Dakota. This one might be a tourist trap – just a hunch.
Multi-story outhouses might be more common than you’d think:
Topping them all is a three-story outhouse attached to a Masonic Lodge in Bryant Pond, Maine, where multi-level outhouses were common.
San Juan Bautista, Calif., where the Plaza Hotel of State Historical Park reserved the upper-level restrooms for women and children, because of some women’s discomfort entering through the hotel’s barroom. Crested Butte, Colo., where the snowfall can bury part of the lower-level outhouse, thus making the upper level essential. Gays, Ill., where the two-story outhouse stands, roped off from onlookers, next to a flagpole. Its Facebook page simply states: “It’s a big deal.” It also contains a photo of a news article claiming the outhouse drew the interest of “Ripley’s Believe it or Not.”
Outhouse fun Looking for more outhouse-related curiosities? Try these: Don’t miss a minute of the movie at Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Drive-in, along Route 66 in Seligman, Ariz. The outhouses are equipped with TVs. Outhouse races take place in: Anchorage, Alaska; Mountain View, Ark.; Trenary, Mich; and elsewhere. Videos are readily available on YouTube.
Phelps, N.Y., a two-story outhouse at the brick Howe house. The local historical society is based in the museum there.
Lakeview, a miniature town at TrainTown near Sonoma, Calif., advertises – among other things – a tiny outhouse.
Lundbreck, Alberta, Canada, where the Windsor Hotel burned to the ground, leaving the two-story outhouse. An open-air skyway made the double-wide outhouse accessible to guests. It was moved to Heritage Park in Calgary.
An oversized fire hydrant contains an outhouse at Dog Bark Park in Cottonwood, Idaho.
Gregor, S.D., where a two-story outhouse is among a collection in the free Outhouse
LATER YEARS Stiles moved into the house at age 5 to live with her grandparents, Alfred and Matilda “Tillie” Hillstrom, who had lived there since 1904. The Hillstroms made few changes to the house’s interior, although Alfred, too, was innovative, making
Hopkinsville, Ky., where a manhole cover is dedicated to the so-called “privy editor,” who wrote about old outhouses. Sources: RoadsideAmerica.com, TrainTown, Fur Rondy Festival, city of Crested Butte, California Department of Parks and Recreation, Facebook, Phelps Historical Society, Grange Hall, SouthDakotaBeautiful.com, KnowAlberta.com, the Cowboy Trail
a large table out of an inoperable grand piano. While Stiles lived there, the outhouse was often a curiosity, she said. “Passersby might stop and ask about it, and this bothered my uncle Fred. He’d make some smartalec comment about it – ‘You need an umbrella.’”
The historical society purchased the house in 1975 and dedicated it a year later. It was in disrepair, Stiles said, and the city later bought the property and helped fix up and restore the house and grounds. “It was a great place to grow up,” Stiles said.
LET’S GO! BEST BETS 1. ‘DISNEY’S THE LION KING’ “The Lion King” is a spectacle of animals brought to life by director Julie Taymor. The score by Elton John and Tim Rice includes the rhythms of the African Pridelands and songs “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Jan. 11-Feb. 12 Cost: $30-$134 Location: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis Info: hennepintheatredistrict.org or (612) 339-7007
2. ‘CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF’
PHOTO BY JOAN MARCUS
Buyi Zama as “Rafiki” in the opening number “The Circle of Life” from “The Lion King.” The show will be performed at the Orpheum Theatre Jan. 11-Feb. 12.
It’s the 65th birthday of southern patriarch Big Daddy Pollit, who is unknowingly dying of cancer, and his sons have arrived on the family’s Mississippi plantation in hopes of gaining their $10 million inheritance. As Pollit’s son Brick descends into alcoholism, his fragile relationship with his wife continues to crumble, and the lies and illusion become too much for the family to bear.
Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Jan. 14-Feb. 26 Cost: $24-$68 Location: Guthrie Theater, 818 S. Second St., Minneapolis Info: guthrietheater.org or (612) 377-2224
3. ‘HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON’ One crayon. One character. Go. Take a ride with Harold and his trusty crayon as he hops a ride on a flying saucer, shares a pie with critters and explores the heavens using stars as stepping stones. This world-premiere musical uses breathtaking animation, inventive puppetry and an indie-music score. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Jan. 17-Feb. 26 Cost: Adults $33.50-$43.50; children/teens/students/seniors $23.50-$33.50 Location: Children’s Theatre Company, 2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis Info: childrenstheatre.org or (612) 874-0400
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Saturday
JAN. 7 MURPHY MOUNTAIN BIKE FRIGID TIME TRIAL Dust off the bike for a winter mountain bike time trial. Race through the trees and snow, then warm up at the trailhead building for awards and door prizes. Studded tires are approved; helmets required. For ages 18 and older. Pre-register online for activity 123735-00. Time: Registration begins at 10 a.m.; race starts at 11 a.m.; racing until 2 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 7, 15 and 22 Cost: Pre-registration $10; registration day of event $15 Location: Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve, 15501 Murphy Lake Road, Savage Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
WEEKEND FAMILY FUN: PREHISTORIC PLANTS Meet some living fossils and prehistoric plants from the days of the Diplodocus. What kind of plants did the dinosaurs munch on? Create a fern print, hunt for prehistoric plants in the greenhouse and pot a prehistoric plant to take home. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Jan. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 and 28-29 Cost: $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
WHOO IS WILD ABOUT OWLS? Learn about owls that call Minnesota home, dissect owl pellets, take a hike searching for owls and signs of owls and end the day by meeting the nature center’s resident owl. Reservations required by Jan. 2; reference activity 112901-04. For ages 4 and older. Time: 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7 Cost: $5 Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Sunday
JAN. 8
the wintry woods. If conditions allow, the group will snowshoe the trails together. For ages 6 and older. Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8 Cost: $5 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Monday
JAN. 9 55-PLUS BRIDGE GROUP Experienced players are welcome to come anytime. Community Education will host a winter potluck on Jan. 9 starting at 11:30 a.m. with bridge play to follow. To sign up for the potluck, call Community Education at the number below. Time: Noon to 3:30 p.m. Mondays Cost: Free Location: District Services Center, 4540 Tower St., Prior Lake Info: (952) 226-0080
MY PRESCHOOLER AND ME: FOOTPRINTS IN THE SNOW Preschoolers ages 2-5 and their parents or caregivers can explore nature with and follow animal clues through the snow to discover who lives outside the nature center. The program will teach preschoolers what tracks are left by squirrels, deer, rabbits and more. The group will then jump, hop, run and walk to create tracks, and then make their own plaster print to take home. Dress appropriately for the weather. Reservations required; reference activity 111303-02. Time: 10-11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 9 Cost: $5 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Tuesday
JAN. 10 BROWNIE SOCIAL Join sponsor McKenna Crossing and Club Prior at this social event. Time: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 Cost: Free Location: Club Prior, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Info: (952) 447-9783
GOING WILD: RAIL TO REFUGE
MY PRESCHOOLER AND ME: ANIMAL TRACKS
Ride with a park ranger on the Hiawatha Light Rail and discover how easy it is to access one of the Twin Cities wildest natural areas via mass transit. Meet at the Bloomington Visitor Center and come prepared for a guided ride and hike to the Bass Ponds. Led by Park Ranger Judy Geck. Time: 1:30-3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8 Cost: Weekend fares are $1.75 Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
Parents and caregivers and children ages 2 to 5 can discover the magic of historic Eagle Creek village as they play, sing, read stories and explore the outdoors. Dress as a pioneer or not, but remember outdoor clothes. Enter park through the west entrance. Reservations required; reference activity 138403-02. Time: 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 Cost: $5 Location: The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 E. County Road, Shakopee Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
REMARKABLE REPTILES Touch a scaly snake, feel a turtle’s shell and watch these reptiles move. Find out what makes reptiles special animals. Cameras welcome. For all ages. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 8 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
WALK WHEN THE MOON IS FULL: OWL MOON Meet a captive barred owl prior to enjoying a beautiful moonlit walk in
Wednesday
JAN. 11
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“Cows at Rest” by Patricia Kness is one of the paintings that will be on display during the Images of Scott County Art Show.
IMAGES OF SCOTT COUNTY ART SHOW
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he Scott County Historical Society and Savage Art Gallery will display paintings by Pat Duncan, Kathy Gates-Gilmore and Patricia Kness – over 30 paintings – depicting images from Scott County including people, landscapes, and animals. The show opens during a reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 12 at the Scott County Historical Society Stans Museum, 235 Fuller Street South, Shakopee. Cost is $4 for adults, $2 for children and free for SCHS members. The show will run through April 2012.
Thursday
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Friday
JAN. 13
BTAC’S INSTRUCTORSTUDENT ART SHOW
14127 Vernon Ave. S. Savage, MN
952-440-9303 www.cherrywooddental.com
FAMILY NATURE YOGA
Lake Road, Bloomington omington Info: minneapolisskiclub.com olisskiclub.com (must RSVP)
RAPTORS IN THE YARD Meet a captive merlin and barred owl and learn about these birds of prey. Cameras are welcome. For all ages. Time: 2-4 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 15 and Feb. 19 Cost: Free Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
WOMEN’S WINTER WALK Women are invited to bring families and friends to discover nature in winter with a naturalist. Dress in boots and snowpants or wind pants. Be ready to go off-trail and explore the nature center habitats: hilly woods, frozen prairies and frosty ponds. Adults must accompany children. For ages 10 and older. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Move like an animal with simple yoga, look for animal tracks and go for a ride on a Norwegian kicksled. Slide like an otter and hop like a squirrel in the snow. Listen to a story and enjoy a wintry snack. Co-led by yoga instructor Annalisa Bragg and a naturalist. Reservations required; reference activity 111301-08. For ages 2 to 8 with adult. Time: 10-11:45 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 Cost: $8 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
LEARN TO SKI JUMP
ADULT WRITING GROUP
WINTER GOURMET DINNER
No previous skiing experience is necessary for this learning camp. Skis, boots, instruction and lunch are provided by USA ski team coaches. Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 14 and 28 Cost: $25 Location: Bush Lake ski jumps at Hyland Park Reserve, 8401 E. Bush
Join this group, with a kick-off session facilitated by writing teacher and coach Roseanne Bane, and learn key writing tips. Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19 Cost: Free (no registration necessary) Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Info: (952) 447-3375
Enjoy a multi-course meal with wine pairings. Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13 Cost: $65 for Arboretum members; $70 for non-members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska
Give us a call – 952-447-8350
Melissa S. Zettler D.D.S.
Upcoming
EVENT
Bloomington Theatre and Art Center will host its annual Instructor-Student Art Show featuring original artwork by students of Bloomington Theatre and Art Center’s Education Program and the teaching artists who have guided them through their work in the past year. Students and their instructors will be treated as peers as their work is exhibited side-by-side. Time: Exhibit runs through Jan. 13 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Theatre and Art Center’s Atrium Gallery, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: (952) 563-3575 or bloomingtonartcenter.com
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SENIOR SURF DAY Seniors 55 and up are invited to learn how to use computers and the Internet. Time: 8-10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Info: (952) 447-3375 (registration required)
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WINTER JACKETS READING PROGRAM Winter goes a lot faster with a good book … or 10. Adults can sign up at any Scott County Library and get a bookmark and pen, then read (or listen to) library books and fill out a short book review for a chance to win prizes. Time: Jan. 17-Feb. 29 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Info: www.scott.lib.mn.us
WINTER STORY TIME Relax and listen to stories as the Prior Lake Library kicks off its winter story time. Note different times for preschool and toddler stories. Registration is required for toddler time. Time: 10:15 a.m. Thursdays for toddlers; 10:45 a.m. Thursdays for preschoolers; starts Thursday, Jan. 19 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. Info: (952) 447-3375
ELVIS EXPERIENCE: ST. JUDE FUNDRAISER Experience Elvis like never before during the “Hope is Alive” Elvis Tribute and Silent Auction to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This event features award-winning artists performing all eras of The King’s greatest hits. Time: 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 Cost: $21 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (952) 895-4685 or burnsvillepac.com
DANCE SHOW The Prior Lake High School varsity, junior varsity and B-squad dance teams will perform at this public event. Time: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29 (doors at 6:30 p.m.) Cost: $3 for students and adults; free for ages 4 and under (tickets at the door) Location: Prior Lake High School, 7575 150th St., Savage Info: (952) 226-8600
EDINA REALTY FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER Benefiting local charities that deal with homelessness, this event will feature spaghetti dinner, live music from Denny and the Dawgs, live and silent auctions, and prizes. Time: 5:30-11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: $10 (at the door or through Edina Realty agents) Location: Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave.
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PARK AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES The following activities and announcements are from the Prior Lake Recreation Department. To register for activities or for more information, visit www.priorlakerecreation.com, or the city’s website at www.cityofpriorlake.com, stop by City Hall, 4646 Dakota St., or call (952) 447-9820. Look for the city Recreation Department’s page on Facebook.com. Call the Recreation Department at (952) 447-9820 or send an email to ldrabant@cityofpriorlake.com with feedback or suggestions regarding program offerings.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES Middle School Mania, 2:15 to 5 p.m. Fridays through May 18 at the River Valley YMCA, 3575 North Berens Road. Students can come after school and enjoy various activities, including open gym games, swimming, and MSMonly fitness or dance classes, use of teen room equipment, and leadership and team building activities. All participants are required to obey the YMCA Code of Conduct, school rules and any additional rules decided upon by MSM. Students must sign in and out each week and will not be granted re-entry after leaving the building. One-way transportation is provided by bus from under the marquee at Twin Oaks Middle School. Students must be on the bus by 2:20 p.m. MSM will not meet on Jan. 27, March 30 or April 16. A healthy snack is included in the program price. Single-session attendance is $5 and students can attend up to 11 sessions for $25. Register through Community Education at www.priorlakesavagece.com. Outdoor Adventures with Active Solutions – Cold Weather Style!, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 and Monday, Feb. 20 at the Lakefront Park Pavilion. Weather permitting, this event may include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, and ice fishing. No experience is necessary in any of the activities. Indoor gym game options will be available in the event of inclement weather. Guests should bring very large lunches, very large snacks, shorts, T-shirts, gym shoes, sweatpants, sweatshirts, hats, warm gloves, winter coats, snow pants, boots, scarves and water bottles. Dress for the weather. The cost is $39 per student and registration is available online at www.priorlakesavagece.com.
TOTS Tot-parent activities, 10 to 11 a.m., the fi rst Wednesday of each month at City Hall. Parents can sign up for fun tot-parent activities, for children ages 2 and up, on the fi rst Wednesday of each month in 2012. Classes cost $7 monthly for residents or $12 monthly for nonresidents. All 12 classes cost $60 per resident and $65 per nonresident. Registration is required. Guests can visit www.priorlakerecreation.com or call (952) 447-9820 to register.
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ADULT ACTIVITIES The Doug Lohman Cajun Trio Danceteria event, 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 at Club Prior. The trio will perform Cajun music from the prairies and bayous of southwest Louisiana and avid Cajun and Zydeco dancer Flory Katz will guide guests through the two-steps and waltzes that were the mainstay of the Cajun community’s Saturday night dances. Light refreshments will be provided. Danceteria events are free, open to the public and will be held on the fi rst Thursday of each month from October through April on the inviting hardwood dance floor of Club Prior. Home and Garden Show at the Minneapolis Convention Center Wednesday, Feb. 29. The showcase will feature more than 700 booths of home renovation, home décor, garden and outdoor living, kitchen, bath and more. Food will be available for purchase. The bus will leave Club Prior at 11:30 and return at approximately 4:15 p.m. The cost, which includes admission and transportation, is $20 per resident and $25 per nonresident. Guests must register by Wednesday, Feb. 22. “The Church Basement Ladies in a Mighty Fortress is Our Basement” at the Plymouth Playhouse, Thursday, March 8. This trip is a chance to watch the musical and mischievous Church Basement Ladies in their latest adventure. The bus leaves Club Prior at 10:45 a.m. and returns at approximately 4:15 p.m. The $48 per resident and $53 per nonresident cost includes coach bus transportation, play and buffet lunch at Green Mill. Guests must register by Wednesday, Feb. 15. “The Fox on the Fairway” at Old Log Theater,Wednesday, April 25. Turtle Lake Casino, Wednesday, May 16. Sign up for these activities at www.priorlakerecreation.com or call the city recreation department at (952) 447-9820. Space is limited. Prior Lake-Savage Area School District activity passes are free for residents ages 55 and older. Passes admit guests to school functions, home sports games, plays and other events. Pick up passes at the District Services Center, 4540 Tower St., Prior Lake. Call (952) 226-0080 for more information.
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Adults hoping to learn more about School for the Advancement of Gi f t e d E duc at ion (SAGE) Academy can attend a parent information night at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 at WestWood Elementary School, 5370 WestWood Drive, Prior Lake. All interested parents may attend. SAGE Academy serves qualified students in grades three, four and five. Families do not need to live within Prior Lake-Savage Area School District boundaries to send their children to SAGE Academy. All second-graders currently enrolled in District 719 will be given the Cognitive Abilities Test between Monday, Jan. 23 and Thursday, Jan. 26. Students who do not currently attend District 719 schools must register online at www. priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us. Students not currently enrolled in District 719 can take the exam at any of the following three sessions: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26. and 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 27. Parents can also find direc-
Lock-in committee meeting is Jan. 26 Parents interested in helping out with the Prior Lake High School 2012 senior lock-in can attend the lock-in committee’s next meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 in room 125 at the high school, 7575 150th St., Savage. Information, including registration forms and volunteer sign-up sheets, is at www.priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us/hs, under “general info – seniors.”
Recycle lights at Services Center The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District Services Center, 4540 Tower St., Prior Lake, has a holiday light recycling drop box sponsored by the Recycling Association of Minnesota. Bring old or broken holiday lights, electrical cords, telephone cords and appliance cords to the District Services Center.
The program employs more than 200 people with developmental disabilities across the state of Minnesota and diverts tons of waste from landfills. The program will continue until the end of January.
Indoor walking track now open Prior Lake High School’s indoor walking track at 7575 150th St., Savage is available for public use. There is no charge to walk on the track, which will be open through March 29. Family walking time, which allows strollers on the track, is 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Children and strollers are not permitted during adult walks, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. No registration is required. Guests should sign in at the lower level of the high school and go across the walking track to the gym doors. Date and times are subject to change based upon high school activities. No food or beverages, other than water, are allowed. The track will be closed on Jan. 16.
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952-445-4056 www.fonderscarpet.com
HEATING/AIR COND
Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440
ODD JOBS
Handy Home Repair Service, Inc. Any Task... Just Ask
Insured, References, Licensed #20374699
612-201-6316, bgmach3_3@hotmail.com www.handyhomerepairservice.com NEED HANDYMAN? Little Job Expert! For all the odd jobs needing Attention!!! Painting: • Interior & Exterior Finish Carpentry: • Basements • Bathrooms • Ceramic Tile • Sheet Rock & Taping Dennis 952-334-1755 952-445-9034
PAINT/WALLPAPER
BUY IT SELL IT FIND IT
Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440
PAINT/WALLPAPER
Buckets of Color
Interior/Exterior V Storm/Water Damage VTextured Ceilings/Walls VInsurance Repairs VCustom Faux Finishes/Murals VFully Insured/References VFriendly, Honest Service FREE ESTIMATES 952-8 873-4 4679 612-3 366-2 2739 Paul V
Breimhorst Painting. Interior/ Exterior. Insured. Albie: 952-261-2234
ODD JOBS Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836
Father/ son plumbing company. Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115
ROOFING KREUSER ROOFING, INC.
Greg Anderson Painting 4 generations experience. Painting, staining, enameling. Taping repairs. 952-445-6816
MJ Painting Interior/ Exterior painting & staining. 952-445-2904 Marvin Jeurissen
952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell) Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous Lic# 20632183
SNOW REMOVAL #1 Schieber's Outdoor Services. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445, landscapesos.com
Kerchner Outdoors Now offering snow removal. Serving the Lakeville, Savage, Prior Lake, and Shakopee area. Call today for a free estimate. 612-3859010 Dependable, on time. Flexible & efficient!
UPHOLSTERY Discounted fabrics... drapes, bedspreads, residential/ commercial. 39 years' experience. 952-447-4655
MISC HOME SERVICES
Looking for a hot deal on some wheels? Look no further than the classifieds! You’ll find many cars, trucks, vans and SUVs, also motorcycles, boats, trailers, campers & RVs. To place an ad, call 952-345-3003
MISC HOME SERVICES
CERTIFIED Home Inspections Radon & Mold Testing 952-994-4771 www.moldtesting.Pro
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Prior Lake Rentals 2 BR, large apartment. Quiet, non-smoking, 4plex. $755, 612-2024676 3BR 1BA apartment. Detached garage. $895. Randy 952-270-9221 Prior Lake- Lg 1 BR, $595/ mo. 2 BR. $765/ mo. Available now. Patio/ balcony, cats OK, please call 952-6532105, 952-594-1791, or 651-470-4017
Savage Rentals 1BR $635, 2BR $735. Pets ok. 952-356-0611
Shakopee Rentals
1 BR APARTMENT Section 8 project Low income rent to qualifying persons. Age 62 or older. 30% of income Smoke-free units available
Shakopee Housing 952-403-1086 3BR/ 2BR off Marshall Private patio playground remodeled, 722 Garden Ln. January $750/$800 612-325-7954 Large 2 BR, heat included, off street parking, $750. 952-890-9177 Sandalwood Studiosfull kitchenettes, nightly/ weekly/ monthly rates available. 952-277-0100
SW Metro Rentals Other Areas You are invited to tour our Model Apartment Home
Market Village for 55+ Opening March 1, 2012 Please call Camille at 952-461-1644 or 612-237-3256 to arrange for a personal tour of the model. Market Village 100 J Roberts Way Elko New Market, MN 55054 Fair housing house and handicapped accessible wheelchair
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Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE
Beautician & Nail Tech Openings- Busy Salon. Commission or Rental. FT/PT. 952-445-3300, 952-215-9904, Debi Business has been growing and Flagship Franchises of MN, Inc. parent company of SarahCare, Senior Care Solutions, is looking to hire Full and Part-time Nursing Assistants, Drivers and Bath Aides. If you are interested please submit your resume to: sgarvey@ Sarahcaremn.com or Sara Garvey at 952465-0555 Cook, FT/PT, experience required. TJ Hooligans, Prior Lake 952447-6668 Insurance Sales position in Chaska. Looking for a career, like working with people? This job might be for you. Please email resume to: lorie@lorietreff.com. Successful completion of licensing requirements is required to solicit and service our products.
Garage Door Manufacturer is seeking an honest, dependable and personable individual for customer service, order entry and accounts receivable position. Garage Door or building product experience is an advantage but not required. Casual work environment with a full benefit package. Great opportunity for the right person. Background check required. Please apply at: 4055 Norex Dr., Chaska, MN or by fax 952-368-3435
Jordan Kids Company/ Early Adventure Coordinator. Send letter of application to: Jordan Community Education 500 Sunset Dr. Jordan, 55352. Application deadline, open until filled.
Lots/Acreage Farmland for Sale & Wanted. Randy Kubes, Realtor... 612-599-7440
EMPLOYMENT
PMT Corp. now hiring for these FT positions: Customer Service Cleanroom Technicians Inside Sales Apply in person- 1500 Park Rd, Chanhassen, MN 55317. jobs@pmtcorp.com
Duties include, but not limited to: Answering phones, respond to customer inquiries, enter information into computer. Must have basic computer skills & flexibility with schedule. WHEN: Wednesday, January 11 th WHERE: The Work Connection 1340 Crystal Lane, Chaska TIME: 10am till 2pm Please bring in 2 forms of ID. If you are unable to attend our Event, please call to schedule an appt. (952) 368-4898
440-6035
lhustad@abrakadoodle. com Busy Chiropractic office part time position. Duties include, patient scheduling, billing, insurance, transcription & miscellaneous office duties. Computer skills and ability to multi task a must. Submit resume to: p.lemke@mchsi.com Custodial / Maint. Ice Rink P.T. Seasonal $9.00/hr weekday evening and weekend hours avail. Includes ice resurfacing, run skate shop, general maint. Apply at Chaska Community Center Front Desk, 1661 Park Ridge Dr, Chaska MN 55318
School Bus Drivers Palmer Bus Service is looking for persons with a good driving record to drive school bus in the Shakopee School District. Activity routes and Substitute driver routes available. Requires School Bus license. Will train eligible applicants. Excellent salary, annual bonus, paid training. Palmer Bus Service 952-445-1166
LABORERS 1st SHIFT
RMS Rentals is seeking a Construction Equipment Technician to join our service department. This is a shop position. Experience on Construction Equipment or Technical Schooling preferred. Hydraulic & electrical experience a plus. Must have own tools and clean driving record. Please send resume to Patti Sather psather@rmseq.com or 5633 W. Hwy 13 Savage, MN 55378 EOE
We're looking for Laborers to assist drivers & load builders with various tasks, stock product & perform yard maintenance on our 1st shift. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Starting wage is $8 to $9 per hour. Applicants must have a great work attitude, ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, ability to lift 100 pounds and ability to pass a drug test & physical. Apply in person at: LYMAN LUMBER COMPANY 18900 West 78th Street Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-470-4800 www.LymanLumber-MN.com EOE M/F/D/V
Dining Server position Full-time and Part-time AM shifts available. The Colony at Eden Prairie is an Assisted Living serving seniors in your community. If you would like to be a part of a fun team and work in a great environment, we have the job for you. Please contact Lynda Harmon @ 952-697-0613 Email lharmon@the-colony.org 431 Prairie Center Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-828-9500
Accurate Home Care, LLC, is currently seeking RN/LPNs to work in Prior Lake and the surrounding areas. We are looking for individuals for all shifts. Qualified candidates must have great customer service skills, be compassionate and dependable and be able to provide assistance with daily living tasks. We offer outstanding wages plus excellent benefits including: Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance, 401K with match, & Educational Benefits. Interested candidates can apply by completing an application, please attach cover letter and resume along with salary requirements. EEO/AA To apply go to our website: http://www.accuratehomecare.com/
TOP JOB Accurate Home Care is currently seeking RN/LPNs to work in Prior Lake and the surrounding areas. We are looking for individuals for all shifts. Interested candidates can apply by completing an application, please attach cover letter and resume along with salary requirements. To apply go to our website: http://www.accuratehomecare.com/
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REAL ESTATE
3BR, 2BA, 3 car garage. Contract for deed terms with 5% down. $177,900. Randy Kubes, Realtor 612-599-7440
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SCOTT COUNTY Maintenance Worker III Performs a variety of skilled carpentry, plumbing, electrical, locksmith, painting, and HVAC repairs at Scott County facilities. Maintains facility interiors and exteriors and keeps buildings and equipment running properly to ensure safe and effective environments. MQs: Requires equivalency of high school graduation, one year of related vocational training from an accredited technical school, minimum of a MN Second Class C Boiler Operator's License, and four years of skilled maintenance work in connection with the upkeep of building and grounds. One must possess a valid driver's license and have the physical ability to perform a wide variety of manual tasks. Hiring Range: $44,864 to $52,782 DOQ. Selection: Rating of Training & Experience. Closing: 01/18/12. Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496 8890 or on the Internet at www.co.scott.mn.us. EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's work together.
Put your faith first, Family second with an Opportunity to earn a Great income! 952-934-4305
SCOTT COUNTY SCOTT COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE
Sheriff's Deputy Start the New Year with a new career at Ag Power Enterprises Service Department Service Manager (Ag Dept.) Job Function: Responsible for safe, efficient and profitable operation of the service department. Advise and makes recommendations to the general manager with respects to the best interest of the service department. Responsible for customer and employee satisfaction. Qualified candidates will have the following skills: 5+ years work related experience. Previous management experience preferred but not required. Ability to speak effectively one on one or before groups of customers or employees. Ability to interpret department financial statements. Working knowledge of computers. Strong organizational skills. Knowledge of agriculture equipment. Be able to work flexible hours to meet customer needs. Diesel Engine Service Technician Responsibilities include: Perform complex diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment Participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge Perform diagnosis and repair in the field as required Maintain current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments Complete all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments Accounts for all time and material used in performing assigned duties Lawn @ Garden Service Technician Responsibilities include: Must be able to independently perform basic/complex diagnostics & service repairs. Must be able to assemble/setup new equipment and attachments Must be able to diagnose both gas and diesel engines Must have electronic diagnostic ability Must be able to diagnose and repair hydrostatic systems and transmissions Must have computer skills This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a rewarding and challenging career. All inquiries can be kept confidential. Please stop by for an application or forward your resume to:
Ag Power Enterprises 1051 Old Hwy 169, Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Or email to paulmurphy@agpowerjd.com
In this position you will perform duties in the protection of life & property, crime prevention, apprehension of criminals, & the general enforcement of laws & ordinances. Our Officers are proactive and involved in the communities and multi-task oriented in their approach to job tasks. If you are seeking a department that delivers a broad range of programs and services, this is the job for you! MQs: Applicants must have completed skills training, possess a valid driver's license, & be fulltime license-eligible by the MN POST Board by 06-30-12. Salary Range: $51,358 to $69,485-DOQ. Selection Method: Rating of training & experience. Top candidates will be invited to interview. Finalists will undergo background investigation, psychological evaluation, physical exam, & drug testing. Closing: 01-23-12.
Social Worker I Filling 1-FT vacancy working in Children's Services and Adult Mental Health. In this fast-paced position you will perform a variety of program & client support duties working in Children's Services and Adult Mental Health. Your time will be split between the two programs, doing program reporting and direct client services for Children's Services and direct client services with the Community Support Program in Adult Mental Health. Occasional evening hours may be required. MQs: Requires equivalency of bachelor's degree in a health or human services field. Program experience is desirable. Valid DL is required. Hiring Range: $39,934 to $46,981DOQ. Selection Method: Training & Experience Rating. Closing: 01/19/12.
Case Aide In this position you will perform a variety of program support and direct care services for the developmental disabilities unit, playing a key role in administering grants and coordinating program record-keeping in state systems. MQs: Requires equivalency of bachelor's degree in a health or human services field. Related work experience providing program or direct service support is highly desirable. Incumbent shall possess a valid driver's license. Hiring Range: $37,674 to 44,323DOQ. Selection Method: Training & Experience Rating. Closing: 01/20/12. Obtain applications from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or online at: www.co.scott.mn.us EOE
TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's work together.
Campers Travel Trailers
EARN EXTRA $$MONEY$$ Deliver Phone Books Chaska / Waconia Flexible Hours Have Insured Vehicle Have Valid Driver's License Must Be At Least 18 Years Old No Experience Necessary Clerks & Loaders Needed 855-955-7337 www.sddsinc.com FLORAL DESIGNER All occasion design and retail sales at Emma Krumbee's Floral in Belle Plaine. D/N/W. Submit resume: info@emmakrumbees.com
Jordan Kids Company has an opening for a part time Group Leader. Hours will be 2:00pm6.00pm. Mon-Fri. Call Lori at 952-492-4312 for application. Position open until filled. Paid-on-Call FirefighterCity of Savage- For information and application materials visit our website at: www.cityofsavage.com APPLY BY: Tuesday, January 31, 2012, 4pm EOE TUTORS Wanted! Leader in in-home tutoring company looking for experienced tutors for middle school and high school subjects including math/science. Flexible hours and competitive pay. Please email your resume to
Boats/Motors
1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417
2001, 17ft. Starcraft, 90HP, Mercury. Excellent condition. $9,000 952-890-2630
2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900. or BO, NADA guide suggested $13,945.00, Jon 612730-8116
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251
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1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
2001 Camper, 32', 5th wheel 2 slideouts, golfcart, shed $14,500. Excellent condition. Parked on beautiful wooded lot in Zumbrota, 612-720-8683/ 612-5990184
2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
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for more information We welcome you to submit your application to a friendly, progressive optometric office! 20+ hours/week. Optician/Technician experience preferred. Crossroads Optometric 952-447-2020
94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
Yellow mini school bus driver. Need to have license. 952-447-2557
Motorcycles
Part-Time
Do you want to change a child's life? LearningRx in Savage continues to grow and is hiring cognitive skills trainers to help students overcome learning and reading struggles. 10-25 hours/wk. Great pay. Training included. Degree preferred. Interested parties send resume and cover letter to rich@learningrx.net
Jordan Middle Schools is looking for a 7th and 8th grade baseball coach. Responsible for daily coaching duties, including practices, games and clinics. All other coaching duties as assigned by head coach/principal. Send letter and application to Jeff Vizenor, Athletic Director, 600 Sunset Drive, Jordan, MN 55352. Open until filled. Application materials can be emailed to: jvizenor@jordan.k12.mn.us. Jordan High School is looking for a 9th Grade Baseball Coach. Responsible for daily coaching duties, including practices, games and clinics. All other coaching duties as assigned by head coach/principal. Send letter and application to Jeff Vizenor, Athletic Director, 600 Sunset Drive, Jordan, MN 55352. Open until filled. Application materials can be emailed to jvizenor@jordan.k12.mn.us
1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737
2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905
2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model. 5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280
LPN PT Work with adults 2080 years old, with Developmental Disabilities, and other health conditions, including Alzheimer's, in our cozy group homes in Victoria. Work with other LPN's, our FT RN and direct care staff. Work a set schedule that includes an average of 31 hrs/wk. including every third weekend. Willing to consider a newly licensed LPN with previous health care or DD experience. Read more and apply immediately online at www.CommunityLivingHomes.com 952-443-2048 EOE
Seasonal Positions
2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30
Seasonal Positions
2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust. With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142
2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358
HELP WANTED The City of Belle Plaine is accepting apps for the position of seasonal Pool Manager. Admin., facility, aquatic duties of the community swimming pool, must be available PT as needed starting April 1, 2012 until early June, then 40 hrs plus until mid-August. Must be at least 18 yrs of age & possess America Red Cross Water Safety Inst., First Aid, and CRP cert. $17.74/hr. Job desc. and app. available at Belle Plaine City Hall, 218 No. Meridian Street, P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, MN 56011, 952-873-5553 or download at app. at www.belleplainemn.com. Apps must be rec'd by Feb. 1, 2012.
Sporting Goods
Sales Positions TELEPHONE SALEScalling business owners nationwide from our Jordan office. Leads furnished. 9am-4pm. Earn up to $2000/ week. Call Vern Schwartz, 612810-8097
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
Boats/Motors
CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
Cars Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $6,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup. Serving Carver/ Scott counties. 952-220-TOWS, 24/7 $$ Wanted $$ JUNK CARS Viking Auto Salvage 651-460-6166
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"SP Ford Assembly Plant" Jackets, insulated & windbreaker, $60. 952-941-8926 10, Mary Kay and Ashley VHS movies, all $5. 952-403-1567 2 kerosene heaters, $40/ both, 952-4487037 2 plastic sleeping matts. 43"x19"x1", $5. 952403-1567 30” white electric stove. 1.5 years old, $300. 612-787-7823 3ft. 6 panel, oak door slab. $45. 952-492-5162 4gb (2x2gb) ddr3, 1333mhz laptop memory. Never used. $50. 952-240-1025 5 drawer, light oak chest. Good condition $15. 952-492-7803 5 month old, male Australian Shepherd puppy. $500., kennel. 952-4561499 5ft. french door, primed, full glass, with grids. $250. 952-492-5162 AbdoerII exercise equipment, $30. 952-9349676 Air hockey table,works good. Good condition. Asking $20. Chaska. 612-865-3418
AKC yellow lab, male $350. dews, shots ready 1/15. 952-292-7770 American racing rims. 15”x10” 3 good,1bolt pattern enlarged. $100. 952-445-6041 Antique couch and 2 chairs. Free, you haul 952-894-9038 Apple laptop iBook, G3 latest os. Excellent condition, $120. 612-8392933 Bar stools, 3, antique silver, cushions. Good condition, $30. 952-4962493 Barry Sanders autographed football, with case, brand new, $300. 612-695-6243 Bun, thigh rocker, body by Jake. With video, $65. 952-239-9431 Cake pans. 1 angel food, 1 foley. 13"x9"x31/4", $5. 952-447-4961 Captain's bed, full, 4 drawers included in frame, $85. 952-4848029 China hutch, glass front, perfect condition, lighted, $475. 952-496-2439 Cigar humidor, glass top, cherrywood, nice, holds 65. $40. 612-6448377 Ice auger, Jiffy 8”, $175, 952-445-4280
Daisy pellet pistol, Powerline 45, new CO2 cartridges, $30. 952-3613622 Dining table, 6 chairs, oak, very good condition. $375. 952-3613137 Dog kennels, 2. Steel wire. Both come apart. $65. 612-386-0267 Dresser, older, good condition. $20. 763-3003890 East German Shepherd puppy. $300. 612-6441753 Electric guitar, hardcase, amp, $250. or b/o. 952-486-1599 Electronic reclining massage chair. "Niagara", $500. 952-4431602 Entertainment center, 3 piece sectional, beautiful, lighted, $475. 952496-2439 Entertainment center, new in box, was a gift. $25. 612-644-8377 Filtrete furnace filters. (8) 20x20x1. All for $24. 952-261-2043 Fish house, Mankato 4x7, Like new, suitcase style, $200. 952-2392362 Florist's glass vases. Various sizes, $20. 952937-1835
Fish house, portable, otter sled. Cover, Mr. Heater, $300. 612-3858325 Football cleats, Nike. Alpha speed D. Size 13. $45. 952-949-2751 Girls clothes, Infantsize 3. 20+ pcs. $10. 952-937-1835 Girls ice skates, size 5, white, red trim, $15. 612-695-6243 Grill, natural gas, Weber platinum genesis, cover, $225. 952-949-1374 Guardian, folding walker $35. Never used, 763300-3890 Handmixer, Sunbeam mix master, 5 speed, gold, new. $8. 952-4474961 Home gym, new, assembled. $100. 952221-7924 Hoveround mobility scooter. $300. 612267-8242 Ice auger, Strike Master 3hp, runs good. $125. 952-361-9554 Icefishing gear, 2 man portable, auger, heater, depthfinder. $300. 952649-7983 Kenmore washing machine, 1.5 years old. $250. 612-787-7823
Kenmore, deep freezer chest, 15 cf, excellent, $349. 952-941-8926 Large lava lamp. Works good, $25. b/o. 612267-8242 Maternity clothes, large. Corporate, casual, over 20 outfits, $150. 612386-0267 Maytag, Neptune, electric dryer, like new, white, $100. 952-4459300 Mens xlg Roca Wear brand hoodie. Dark blue, $15. 952-492-7803 Miller beer, neon light. $225. 952-221-8260 Mirror, 42x36, free. 952201-4674 MTD Snowblower, electric start. 8 hr, 2 stage. $325. 952-454-3167 Nickelodeon 20 point passes. Valid 1/2- 2/29, 4/15-6/1. $280. 952445-9285 Nikon Coolpix S570 camera. $40. 612-3090838 Panasonic cordless phone with answering machine. Like new, $25. 952-240-1025 Piano, Wurlitzer with bench. Good tone. $300. Can deliver. 952445-4177
Pocket Puggle puppy. 9 week black male, adorable, $450. 612875-2171 Radio Flyer, large rocking horse, excellent condition, $75. 952-4483091 Recumbent bike, Pro Form XP 90. Like new $200. 612-860-7820 Refrigerator, small counter top model, great for bar. $20. 952-4474318 Solid oak blond coffee table, two end tables. $150. 612-810-0207 SS, black keg fridge, tapper, extra tank. $395. 952-221-8260
ThriftMart Discovery Bun, thigh rocker, Body by Jake. With video, $65. 952-239-9431
Superwinch DC Mod 1307, 3500lb cap, Like new, $80. 952-239-2362 T.V. RCA color, 20", $10. 952-445-3481 Tony Robbins, Get The Edge, Personal Power Unused, $76. 612-6694088 Xbox 360 game pgr 3. $5. 612-730-4965 Xbox 360 kinect game. Dance paradise, $30. 612-730-4965
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Cars
Cars
1968 T-Bird, 429 automatic, new gas tank, tires, fuel pump, sending unit, brakes. Runs. Needs Restoration. Asking $1200. 952-4482015
1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169
1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074
1999 Chevrolet Malibu, Blue 108K miles $3500 or BO call 952-496-1428
Cars
Cars
1994 Toyota Camry 163k miles, 4 cylinder, 4 door. Maroon, 30 + mpg, sunroof, new brakes, good condition. $2750. 952-466-2129
2009 Chev Cobalt LT. Purchased/ driven locally, like brand new, 21,000K. Black, Spoiler, PW, PL, Cruise, CD, non-smoker, more! $11,700. 952-215-5421
1993 Ford F150, 4x4, new motor, 35k, lift kit, dual tanks. ARIZONA TRUCK, NO RUST, $6000 OBO, Chanhassen, 505-803-8232
Trucks
2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804
Sport Util Vehicles
'10 Infiniti QX56, $35,000, Black Ext on Gray Leather, 5.6L V8, low mileage, pristine condition, loaded. 612486-2566
1993 Ford Ranger XLT. 215M. New clutch/ battery, 4 cyl, 5 sp. $1,300. 952-426-5657, Lou
1997 Mercury Cougar, 30th Anniversary Limited Edition, 4.6 Liter, 140K Miles, $1,000. 952-220-8325
1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808
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Sport Util Vehicles
2002 Ford Expedition, original owner, 4.6 liter, A/C, 6CD, third row seat, no accidents, runs, looks very good. $5,700. 952-270-8292
Vans
Trucks
1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible. Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling. 559-435-3751
2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680
Trucks
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Old business meeting minutes New business Public hearings Announcements and corresponA. O’Neil new home variance: Brendan O’Neil is requesting a variance from dence A. Recent City Council discussions/ the minimum lakeshore setback on a general development lake in the R-1 decisions Adjournment (low-density residential) zoning district
The Prior Lake Planning Commission will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9 at City Hall, 4646 Dakota St. The tentative agenda includes: Call meeting to order Approval of agenda Consider approval of Nov. 28, 2011
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ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AGENDA The Prior Lake-Savage Area School District will have an organizational meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9 in the board room at the District Services Center, 4540 Tower St., Prior Lake. The board will convene for its regular meeting at 7 p.m. The regular meeting agenda includes: Call to order Pledge of Allegiance Roll call Approval of agenda Election of officers A. Chairperson B. Vice chairperson
C. Clerk/treasurer Consent agenda A. Designate depositories for school district funds B. Designate the official school district legal newspaper(s) C. Name the school district fiscal consultants D. Name the school district legal counsel E. Name the district auditing firm F. Name the assistant board clerk/ treasurer G. Authorize person(s) to lease, purchase and contract for goods and services within the budget
H. Designate the school district’s special education coordinator, federal programs I. Delegate the authority to make electronic transfers J. Direct administration to publish notification in the official district newspapers 2012 board compensation Approval of board committee assignments for 2012 Discussion of meeting and procedures format In-service discussion Adjourn
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C. Approval of proposed collective bargaining agreement between District 719 and the Prior Lake-Savage Education Association for 2011-13. Old business New business A. Paraprofessional Recognition Week B. Major-magnitude field trip C. 2012-13 secondary registration guides D. 2011-12 five-year plan for capital facilities and deferred-maintenance levy E. Boundary designation for new Savage development Policy A. Second and final reading of policies Administrative reports A. Superintendent report B. Administrative reports C. Board reports Future events Closed session to discuss proposed expulsion/exclusion (action) A. Resolution Adjourn
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