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Students at the highest-income table not only took the longest time eating their meals, but they also spent the most time splitting and sharing food. Many of the diners even had leftovers. Their peers were divided between two lower-income groups, with the majority of guests in the lowest-income class. Environmental science teacher Lee Korby shared the story of a student in the lowest-income group, who complained that the portion of rice and water was “not a meal,” even though Korby had promised that everyone who attended would be fed a meal. “For most places in the world, this is considered a meal,” she countered.

‘Tonight, they eat like the world’ Hunger banquet brings global lessons close to home

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rior Lake High School’s cafeteria functioned a s a sn apshot of the world on Monday evening. Close to 75 environmental science students, juniors and seniors, dined on rice, beans or lasagna to raise awareness of global food disparities.

That’s the idea behind the school’s first Oxfam America Hunger Banquet.

Guests were assigned to tables in one of three colors – purple, blue or green. Their dinner portions would be determined by the colored placards on their tables.

The purple group, the highest-income diners, would get lasagna, cookies, salad and juice. The blue group would get only rice, beans and juice, while the green group – the lowest-income attendees – would get only rice and water.

“Tonight, they eat like the world,” said environ-

mental education teacher Lee Korby.

Korby and her Advanced Placement counterpart Sam Steinberg hosted the dinner alongside Cara Rieckenberg, the district’s environmental education coordinator. The trio decided to have the event as a way to make the ideas their classes are exploring resonate with students. Their current unit focuses on how food impacts physical health and the way food production affects the environment.

Attendees saw a short video from Oxfam America, a group devoted to combating worldwide hunger and poverty, before watching a video message from K A R E -11 meteorolog ist Sven Sundgaard, which he fi lmed in Rio de Janeiro ex pressly for Monday’s event. Korby and Steinberg read from an Oxfam America script, detailing the struggles many malnourished people face.

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Suspect confesses to robbery of U.S. Bank branch, police say

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Two months after a man with a head cold robbed the U.S. Bank branch in Prior Lake, police have located the suspect in Polk County Jail in Iowa and secured a confession, according to Prior Lake Police Detective Chris Olson.

The department received a tip that the 42-year-old Arden Hills man committed the November robbery and that he was already in custody in Polk

County for allegedly robbing another U.S. Bank branch in Iowa, Olson said.

In the Nov. 5 Prior Lake case, a man entered U.S. Bank at 15830 Franklin Trail and approached the teller counter while speaking on a cell phone.

T he ma n dema nded c ash, although he didn’t brandish a weapon or insinuate he had one, and after obtaining an undisclosed amount of money, he fled from the bank on foot

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The FBI provided this bank surveillance photo of the suspect in the Nov. 5 robbery of a U.S. Bank branch in Prior Lake.

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T h e c o n t r a c t ’s fi rst year means an added cost of $460,107 for District 719, averaging out to an extra $1,125 per teacher.

The second year of the tentative agreement, which the union ratified with 92-percent support on Dec. 14, includes a 1-percent salary hike for teachers along with movement through the salary schedule.

That’s an increased cost of $802,757 for the district and averages out to an extra $1,962 per teacher.

M at t Mon s , d i rector of human resources, called the contract “the right end result” both for the district and its employees.

The contract does not include any benefit increases for the current school year.

Director of Business Affairs Julie Cink said she anticipates “a small, if any, increase” to district he a lt h i n su r a nc e costs in 2012-13.

Teachers in the Prior Lake-Savage Area School District will get a 1-percent raise in 2012-13, but no increase for the current school year, Deb under an ag reeJohnson ment approved by the School Board on Monday.

The collective bargaining agreement with the Prior LakeSavage Educ ation Association, the local teachers’ union, will go into ef fect retroactively beginning July 1, 2011.

Matt Teachers will reMons ceive pay commensu r at e w it h wh at would have accompanied their “steps and lanes,” the terms used for tenure and adva nc e d c ou r s e work that determine teacher salary increases. As teachers stay in school districts longer and Lee work toward graduShimek ate degrees, their salaries grow – unless frozen through a collective bargaining agreement.

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As other proposals for a new Vikings stadium faced increasing scrutiny and the governor put out a Thursday deadline for all plans, Shakopee’s new Mayor Brad Tabke made a call to SavetheVikes. org founder Cory Merrifield.

Two days later, a plan was hatched to bring the Vikings to Shakopee.

On Saturday, the pair huddled over a table at Perkins restaurant for hours with the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce president, Assistant Senate Majority Leader Claire Robling of Jordan and Rep. Michael Beard of Shakopee.

“Everyone thinks we’re too late in the game, but once we started looking at it and got into the fine details, it made a lot of sense,” Tabke said. “Six million people

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On Wednesday, the group unveiled its plan to locate a 75,000-seat stadium on the 130 -acre site kitty-corner from Valleyfair, which contains the shelved ADC Telecommunications building.

“We believe we have the best site that will be the easiest to develop for the Minnesota Vikings and is the cheapest cost and second-largest land area in acreage,” Tabke told the State Capitol press corps.

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In the past, Prior Lake High School’s one-act play festival has showcased three starkly different shows. While this year’s selections are radically different in terms of execution, context and content, they are all variations on a theme: What happens when life doesn’t go as planned?

Audiences can see for themselves at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan 20 and Saturday, Jan. 21 in the auditorium at the high school, 7575 150th St., Savage. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for students.

Directors Karina Nelsen, Jennifer Witt and the duo of Maddie Anderson and Andi Heither, found their one-act plays independently. There was no conscious effort to string the night’s entries together thematically. Witt – who is once again calling the shots for the school’s competition show, “The Brick and the Rose” – chose her play in part because it seemed unlike anything else she’d read.

“What struck me about the show was the uniqueness,” she said. “One-acts are a dime a dozen. You can fi nd a wide variety of shows.”

The result is a “very nontraditional” production, down to its staging. “The Brick and the Rose” features 10 actors, each sitting on a stool. Their movement is restricted from the waist down, and their heads bob up and down as the students

What: Prior Lake High School’s One-Act Play Festival, featuring “The Brick and the Rose,” “Epic Fail” and “The Worstest Play Ever Wrote” When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 and Saturday, Jan. 21 Where: Auditorium, Prior Lake High School, 7575 150th St., Savage Cost: $10 for adults, $7 for students

inhabit different characters. Between the show’s 10 performers, they portray 46 different urban individuals – from a sly drug dealer to a concerned mother to gang members and drunks – creating a dramatic aural collage, accompanied by images projected behind the actors.

“We are going to be judged solely on how well we portray these characters vocally,” Witt recalled telling her actors.

“If that isn’t down pat, then they’re judging us based on how well we can read a script, essentially.”

The show, which focuses on a young man’s descent into drug addiction, is a large departure for both Witt and her cast members – half of whom have never acted in the school’s one-acts before.

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Prior Lake High School students (from left) Grady Friedges, Sami Sandahl and Andres Casella rehearse a scene from “The Worstest Play Ever Wrote,” the one-act play festival’s student-directed production. Friedges is a senior from Prior Lake, Sandahl is a junior from Savage and Casella is a senior foreign-exchange student from Uruguay.

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“The Brick and the Rose” is deceptively simple, the lack of movement, minimal set design and lack of costume changes all create hurdles for the actors.

“It’s definitely a different kind of challenge,” Witt said.

“It focuses solely on their vocal work. It has to be believable. It has to be genuine and authentic.”

T he students must act against each other without facing each other, instead staring ahead into the audience while still reacting to the rest of the cast. The show’s blend of characters spans the moral spectrum – from priests to prostitutes, literally – and the actors alter their vocal pitch and tones, even adopting accents, to make each of the 46 players unique.

“These 10 kids I have are top notch,” Witt said.

Though the show is a departure, Witt is hoping it will boost the school’s chances when competition begins with subsections on Jan. 27. The school has struggled, falling in the fi rst round for the last three years. PLHS is in a new subsection this year, competing against Eastview, Lakeville North and South and Farmington high schools in the fi rst round. Witt isn’t shy about her desire to succeed and hopefully move on to the section and state competitions. She said she anticipates Eastview will be Prior Lake’s strongest challenger.

“The uniqueness of the show, if it’s done right, will help us in competition,” Witt said. “I feel like our odds are good.”

The plan is to demolish the 490,000-square-foot former ADC Telecommunications building, which was never completed due to the bursting of the dot-com bubble. It has been mothballed since 2001.

The building itself – double the size of the proposed retractable-roof stadium – would be sold for scrap.

“With all the metal and hightech things in there, which have been preserved, they will make money selling scrap,” Tabke said. “The majority can be recycled.”

P roper ty ow ner Cha rles Mattson has been unable to find a buyer for the ADC site. He signed a letter of intent to sell the land to the Vikings for $21.5 million. The property is valued

by Scott County at $16.36 million. It costs Mattson $40,000 per month to heat and cool the building, Tabke said.

The idea for a stadium here began percolating in the mind of developer Richard Anderson six months ago. Anderson, who helped with the original sale of the ADC building to Mattson, approached Tabke after his election.

“It was the right size, and the other sites proposed were not fitting the bill,” said Anderson, who developed much of the northeast quadrant of Eden Prairie. “It has two four-lane highways for traffic. All these other places had deadlocked roadways. On top of that, it’s a flat surface. It’s accessible and has all the other requirements. It’s an attractive place for a tourist.”

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Prior Lake High School senior Sarah Havlicek, of Prior Lake, rehearses a scene from “The Worstest Play Ever Wrote.” She plays an enthusiastic audience member who happens to be a plant, in more ways than one. to denote their failure. Once again, Nelsen’s interactions with her students played a role in her direction.

“As a teacher, I’m working with students to remove those self-imposed labels,” she said.

“I think it’s human nature to label ourselves.”

“Epic Fail” features characters as they strike out in their own scenarios. One student literally fails an exam, another struggles to ask a boy on a date and another experiences the worst driver’s test imaginable.

The production demands some creativity from its cast and director, because some of the actors play inanimate objects, including carrots, a milk carton and a brake pedal.

The chorus, Nelsen said, acts as the play’s eyes. It’s a stark contrast to the spirit of the one-acts, which Nelsen said provide a setting for students who are unsure of their theater commitment or dramatic talent to get experience.

“Ironically, it’s lower-level risk,” she said, noting that the play is about putting oneself out there and trying new things.

‘EPIC FAIL’

‘THE WORSTEST PLAY EVER WROTE’

Nelsen, an English teacher at the high school, drew from her own experiences to direct the series of teen-tuned vignettes that make up this single-act show.

“I am always amazed at the kind of risk students take to put themselves out there in a way adults don’t have to,” she said.

Taking a note from Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic, the stars of “Epic Fail” are branded with bright red Fs,

Student directors Anderson and Heither demanded the best from their actors in this play.

“It helps if you’re a good actor, because they can do bad acting so well,” Anderson said.

The play is a series of short, humorous vignettes, calling on actors to be outrageous as they play horrible, overacting thespians. Fans of “Seinfeld” might fi nd themselves enjoying the play.

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“We are satisfied with the ag reement, given the eco nomic times and the lack of funding from the state,” said union President Deb Johnson, a teacher at Prior Lake High School. “Do we wish it were better? Yes. Our members ratified this contract with 92 percent in favor even though it will have a negative fi nancial impact on many of them.”

Because the fi rst year of the contract freezes step movement – meaning that, while teachers will be paid as if they were moving through the salary schedule, they will not actually get to make that movement – teachers will in essence be a year behind on the salary schedule.

“It will take an extra year for teachers to get to the top of the salary schedule and for some, [it] may have a nega-

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“If you want to get technical, it’s a play about nothing,” Heither said.

This is the fi rst directing experience for both Anderson a nd Heit her, who bec a me friends earlier this year. Heither is a PLHS theater veteran, while Anderson has done extensive theater work outside of school. Heither decided she wanted to try occupying the director’s chair, and Anderson volunteered to join.

“She has so much experience here,” Anderson said of her co-director. “She made it the easiest transition.”

In addition to performing, Heither has assistant directed shows for Stagehands Productions. That time proved invaluable when it came to taking the helm of “The Worstest Play Ever Wrote.”

They selected “The Worstest Play Ever Wrote” even though neither had ever seen a production of the show. Once Heither read it, she knew it was the right choice.

“I texted her, ‘If we don’t do this play, I’ll die,’” Heither said.

Unlike “Epic Fail” and “The Brick and the Rose,” “The Worstest Play Ever Wrote” is broad and unabashedly hilarious, which is exactly what the directors sought.

“We knew it had to be a comedy,” Heither said.

“If we had chosen something dramatic, we would’ve felt like we were overstepping our bounds,” Anderson added.

As the opening crawls near, Heither and Anderson are both bursting with excitement.

“Sleep is not happening,” Anderson said.

tive impact on their high five [as they move toward retirement] ,” said Johnson, who is in her ninth year as the union’s president.

The contract looks similar to the local teachers’ most recent agreement, which froze their pay for the 2009-10 year with a 1-percent salary boost in 2010-11.

The teachers’ union is currently the only district employee group set to receive raises in 2012-13, because the teachers are the only staff members with settled contracts for that year – save for Superintendent

Sue Ann Gruver, who does not have a pay increase and has opted not to accept her last three annual bonuses.

Salaries are the district’s largest expense, accounting for 60 percent of the expenditure budget. In second place are benefits, which represent 23 percent of district expenditures this fiscal year. As the district begins to negotiate contracts with other employee groups, the teachers’ agreement will play a part.

“Typically, as the largest employee group in the district, it does impact negotiations with other employee groups,” Mons said.

Board Chairwoman Lee Shimek, a member of the board’s negotiations committee, was directly involved in the discussions between the district and the teachers’ union.

“This was probably the most productive, most efficient negotiations process we’ve gone through,” she said.

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Olson said that the case will

be sent to the U.S. Attorney’s Office to determine whether the man should face federal charges. He is in Polk County Jail on a second-degree robbery charge for the Iowa bank robbery. The man has a history of theft and other criminal convictions in the state of Iowa.

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Tabke contacted Merrifield, a Shakopee resident, to ask who could help with the financing angle. The two talked last Thursday. Merrifield. who had already developed a detailed fi nancing plan himself, got on board, and the idea fast-tracked from there.

The Vikings say they’re still focused on Arden Hills, but the Shakopee property is being heralded by community leaders as less expensive, easy to build and located in a town already on the map as an entertainment destination.

The ADC property doesn’t carry the “baggage” of other sites, Tabke said, such as Arden Hills’ extensive cleanup requirements. Development could begin quickly due to the dynamics of the site, which include existing sewer, power and water infrastructure.

The lot is four times the size of the Metrodome and three times larger than the Farmers Market and Linden Avenue proposed sites. While dwarfed by the Arden Hills site, there is ample land nearby ripe for restaurants and retail businesses.

The option is also the cheapest to build, at an estimated $920 million.

The property, which includes a separately-owned Conklin Co. lot, has room for an estimated 32,500 parking stalls, with Valleyfair and Canterbury Park proposed to hold excess parking and tailgating. People could also park at nearby transit sites and shuttle over.

Although both Valleyfair and Canterbury are aware of the proposal, neither is involved in the project.

A bonus for the site: it’s lo-

cated adjacent to Quarry Lake, a 105-acre city-owned site being held for a future park and recreation, which could include trails and camping. Another big plus is its location five miles south of Winter Park, the Vikings’ headquarters, and on the way to the team’s Mankato training camp.

Many Vikings players live close by in Eden Prairie.

Vikings spokesman Jeff Anderson told the Star Tribune the team is not interested in meeting with Shakopee officials.

“Right now, we’re just focused in on the governor’s deadline tomorrow and the A rden Hills plan. We have no plans to meet with Shakopee officials,” he said.

No state general fund dollars would be required to purchase the property because the land is so much cheaper than Arden Hills, Tabke said. The group is proposing the stadium be fi nanced with user-based fees and taxes from a racino at Canterbury Park.

A third of the cost would be fi nanced by fans, including a $5 surcharge on Vikings tickets. No city money is included in the plan, with the state proposed to cover necessary highway improvements.

Proponents believe Shakopee is fully capable of handling the Vikings.

“We do this every day and do it in our sleep. To use the assets we are already have in place makes sense to me,” said Beard, the Republican state representative from Shakopee.

“We have the infrastructure for 6 million [annual visitors]. To handle another 65,000 or 75,000 on Sunday afternoons in the fall is a piece of cake.”

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City should support local businesses I would just like to let the city of Prior Lake know how disappointed I am with their decision to put a local business out of business. It may have not been the current mayor that made the decision to let MGM to open in Prior Lake, but a past one chose to ignore the residents and granted them the right to open anyway.

I do live on the other end of town and another store is more convenient for me, but for a city that boasts about being about community and supporting local businesses, I fi nd it appalling that the city would allow a big business into the community, knowing it would drive another local business out of business. Dakota Liquors never had a chance with a big-city store that opened in Savage and then MGM, which opened in Prior Lake.

It is a shame that that local government does not listen to the people who elect them and chooses to put one of their own out of business.

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About us: The Prior Lake American, founded in 1960, is published by Southwest Newspapers, a division of Red Wing Publishing Company. We are an active member of the Minnesota Newspaper Association and the official newspaper for the City of Prior Lake and School District 719.

Published weekly on Saturdays; periodicals postage paid at Prior Lake, MN. POSTMASTER: Send change of address notice to Prior Lake American, P.O. Box 8, Shakopee, MN 55379.

Location: The Prior Lake American is located at 14093 Commerce Ave. in Prior Lake. Its mailing address is Prior Lake American, P.O. Box 538, Prior Lake, MN 55372. For general information call (952) 447-6669; send faxes to (952) 447-6671.

CITY BUDGET

Residents lucky to have strong leaders Prior Lake residents have much to celebrate as we enter 2012. We have a spectacular community – one of the most beautiful recreational destinations in the country. We love our lakes and outdoor spaces.

The Mdewakanton Sioux Community and Mystic Lake generate excitement. We are active, creative people with busy lives and competing priorities. Friends, family, jobs and community are important. Planning for travel, education and our future is vital. We deserve to have a strong City Council, and they have delivered.

To develop the 2012 budget, staff carried out a multi-year look at revenue sources, expenditures, the impact of inflation and the costs of borrowing. They took a fresh look at what was accomplished, how effective were services delivered, and what new services are being asked for.

In 2008, we experienced the effects of the banking crisis with damage to the economy. Some lost jobs; many watched our home values decline and our savings shrink. Some are still recovering emotionally and financially.

The mayor and council took action to cut employees and spending. Work functions were restructured.

Partnerships with Scott County and other agencies were expanded to reduce costs and improve effectiveness.

The 2012 budget builds on all that

has been accomplished in the last four years. From 2008 to 2010, the city cut the equivalent of 9.7 employees. Since then, the council has been reluctant to add regular employees. This year the budget adds two positions to deal with critical needs. Equivalent head count will still be five employees less than in 2008, and the expenditures budget is 2.7 percent higher than the budget for 2011. Most surprisingly, the general fund expenditures budget ($12.73 million) is only 6 percent higher than the actual expenditures for 2007 ($12 million).

Our mayor, council and city manager have assembled a strong, effective team. Great, cost-effective customer service is the goal. Employees interface with residents, peers and partners. Designing new proposals is encouraged; identifying potential grants and funding sources is routine. Only the best ideas and proposals will survive peer review and council questioning.

Other ways this council and staff deliver exceptional service: I Each employee aims to meet or exceed performance goals, while spending under budget. This mindset reflects the coaching skills of our city manager and saves money for every resident.

I The council and sta f f work diligently to deliver services, reduce expenses and improve our bond rating. All this is accomplished while consistently delivering the lowest tax rate for any city in Scott County. The refinancing of long-term bonds in December saved $215,000; the January release of $9.9 million in general obligation capital improvement bonds may save more.

We have an effective city manager and staff. Prior Lake will continue to be a great community if we stay involved in our local government.

Lloyd Erbaugh Prior Lake

COUNTY BOARD

County attorney, sheriff speak out In last week’s edition of the Shakopee Valley News, as well as the editions of other local papers, it was reported that Scott County Commissioner Joe Wagner claims that the Washington County Sheriff’s Office investigation of his conduct, related to a separate law enforcement investigation, was politically motivated by the undersigned sheriff and county attorney, of Scott County.

That claim is not based on the facts.

While one of the duties of an elected county attorney is to represent the County Board, as a whole, concerning county business, an elected county attorney has no duty to remain silent if an individual County Board member makes claims not related to his or her

Guest columns and letters to the editor: Letters to the editor and guest commentaries stating positions on issues facing the local community are especially welcome but are reviewed by the editor prior to publication.

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elected duties, that are not factual.

The facts are as follows: I In September, the Scott County Sheriff ’s Office, as well as Scott County Child Protection, were notified of a reported injury to an infant.

A preliminary investigation was immediately commenced by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office.

I While not in any way directly connected to the infant’s injury, Joe Wagner’s alleged conduct involving misleading a Scott County Human Services employee concerning relevant facts was reported as part of the preliminary investigation.

I Joe Wagner is an elected Scott County commissioner in District 1.

Because of his status as an elected Scott County official, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, as well as the Scott County Attorney’s Office, faced an obvious conflict concerning any further investigation, or determination concerning Wagner’s alleged conduct regarding a witness, or witnesses, in the underlying infant-injury investigation.

I The Washington County Sheriff’s and Attorney’s offices accepted the confl ict, and agreed to proceed as their respective officers deemed necessary.

As part of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office investigation summary, dated Dec. 9, 2011, the following quote is included: “What prompted Scott County to make this referral is the undisputed fact that in questioning by the Human Services’ staff member in which she asked Mr. Wagner if he was familiar with (day care provider) before providing him any significant level of information about the incident, Mr. Wagner, according to the Human Services’ employee, stated that he was not familiar with (day care provider). Subsequent investigation has clearly established that statement is not consistent with the facts.

Mr. Wagner and (day care provider) have been brother- and sister-in-law for about 18 years. Additionally, when (day care provider) appeared at the Scott County Sheriff’s Office to provide a statement to investigators, Mr. Wagner accompanied her and was identified through the course of investigation as being there at (day care provider’s) request as a “family member” to provide “moral support,” which is certainly not consistent with two individuals who did not know each other. Due to this misrepresentation, Scott County officials became concerned that violations of various criminal laws may have taken place and sought our assistance.”

The above quote, and above-referenced Washington County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Report, dated Dec. 9, 2011, in its entirety, is public information.

Pat Ciliberto Scott County attorney Kevin Studnicka Scott County sheriff

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The men from the blue group, which represents people in the world’s middle income class, line up to get their dinner: a cup of rice and beans and a separate cup of juice. They received utensils to dine with, unlike the lowest-income group, but they were plastic instead of the high-income group’s silverware. The men ate first in the middle-income and lowest-income groups, which represents the second-class status women have in much of the developing world.

Women often aren’t able to go to school and must walk many miles to get water for their families. People who make between $987 and $11,999 annually make up the world’s middle class.

HUNGER continued from page 1

Some students were singled out and, due to their scenarios’ circumstances, moved up or down, from lower class to middle class or vice-versa.

After they dined, Korby, Steinberg and Rieckenberg shared a few additional words before opening up a forum for students.

Many of them talked about the shock of being confronted with not having enough to eat. Others spoke of their past encounters with poverty abroad and even in Minnesota.

As the evening wound down, students pledged to take action against world hunger. It’s a continuing theme in the environmental science classes at the high school. Before winter break, students raised $1,000 for Heifer International, a group devoted to supplying livestock to people in poverty as a sustainable solution to the world hunger crisis.

“What you’ve done tonight may not feel like action,” Steinberg said, “but you’ve taken a step toward awareness.”

Prior Lake High School senior Brett Jeno of Savage prepares to load his plate with a fellow diner’s leftovers during Monday’s Oxfam America Hunger Banquet.

Jeno was lucky to be seated at the purple table during the event.

As a member of the highest-income group, defined as people who earn $12,000 or more annually, Jeno and his tablemates were treated to generous helpings of salad, lasagna, cookies and juice. They were allowed to use real silverware to eat their food, which was served on glass plates. The women were served first at this table and a volunteer refilled their drinking glasses with extra juice. The table was set up like a traditional dining room table, complete with a tablecloth.

Sam Steinberg, who teaches Advanced Placement environmental science at Prior Lake High School, holds up the purple table’s leftovers.

While the middle-income and lowestincome groups had little or no leftovers, the wealthiest individuals had the most to eat and therefore the most waste.

Following the meal, students shared their own goals to raise more awareness and be proactive regarding food disparities and world hunger.

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LIVESREMEMBERED James Russell Willette James “Jim� Willette was born July 4, 1930 in Minneapolis, to parents Hector and Edith (Dickey) Willette. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis.

During his carrer, Jim spent 35 years as a corporate pilot for the Pillsbury Company. He married Lois Lindquist Sept. 29, 1956 at St. Joan of Arc in Minneapolis. They were blessed with six children; sons, Kevin, Joseph, John and Rob; and daughters, Maria and Lisa; special niece, Joanne and foster child, Kathy.

Jim served in the United States Navy for four years during the Korean War time frame. He was stationed at U.S. Naval Air Station Patuxent River in Maryland as an aircraft mechanic. Being a skilled mechanic, Jim loved fixing things. He could tackle almost any project. A love for volleyball, he participated in several Senior Olympic Volleyball events. But Jim’s biggest passion was spending time with his family and friends enjoying the lake on his pontoon.

Living with cancer since 2008, Jim passed peacefully in the presence of his family on the early afternoon of Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, at the age of 81.

Forever loved, Jim will be deeply missed by his wife of 55 years, Lois of Prior Lake; sons, Kevin of Atlanta, GA, Joseph (Sue) of Inver Grove Heights, John (Diane) of Blaine, Robert (Laura) of Savage; daughter, Lisa of Savage; grandchildren, Ben, Kyle, Lucy, Megan, Christopher, Robert; special niece, Joanne of Bloomington; foster child, Kathy (Ken) Krupula; brother, Roger (Mary) of Bloomington; other loving relatives and devoted friends.

Jim is preceded in death by his infant daughter, Maria; parents, Hector and Edith.

The visitation was Tuesday, Jan. 10, from 4-7 p.m. at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake and also one hour prior to the mass at church.

The Funeral Mass was held Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 11 a.m., at the Church of St. Michael, Prior Lake. Father Tom Sieg officiated. Jim will be laid to rest at a private family inurnment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials are preferred and will be distributed in Jim’s memory by the family.

The Willette family is served with honor, care and compassion by Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake Chapel.

Elaine Grace (Schumann) Smith Elaine Smith, 83, of Newnan, GA, died at her residence Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011. Elaine was born in Prior Lake Sept. 14, 1928 to the late August and Lydia (Kahl) Schumann.

Funeral services were held Thursday, Dec. 29 in Newnan, GA.

Jason Merrill Jason “Merle� Merrill, 30, of Prior Lake passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012.

Jason was born April 24, 1981 at Austin TX. His parents are Paul and Debra (Springer) Merrill. He was the oldest of two children. His childhood was spent in the Prior Lake area and was a 1999 graduate of Prior Lake High School.

Jason was a gentle man with a big heart and soul. He worked as a carpenter and was the owner of Spyke Construction, Inc. Jason’s passion was motorcycles, both riding and building bikes for himself and his friends. He enjoyed snow boarding and skate boarding. He was also a talented musician and member of a band.

Jason will be deeply missed by his parents, Paul and Debra Merrill of Prior Lake; brother, Shawn Merrill of Prior Lake; girlfriend of eight years, Holly McDonald of Minneapolis; grandmother, Delores Springer of Faribault; aunts, uncles and cousins and his beloved dog, Bruiser.

Preceded in death by grandparents, William Merrill, Frances Weseman, and Rudy Springer.

A memorial visitation was held Thursday, Jan. 12, from 37 p.m. at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake.

Memorials are preferred and will be distributed in Jason’s memory by his family.

Funeral arrangements by Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake 952-447-2633.

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Myron retired June 25, 1995 after working 37 years at the Green Giant can plant in Savage. Myron married Betty Snell Nov. 8, 1958 at Fish Lake Lutheran Church in Lydia, MN. Myron served in the United States Army for two years during the Korean War Conflict.

In his early years, Myron enjoyed hunting with his boys and also helped coach their hockey and baseball teams. He was instrumental in starting the Shakopee youth hockey program. One of his pleasures was spending family time at their lake home on Lake Inguadona in Longville. He enjoyed telling stories, 4-wheeling at the lake, making blueberry pancakes for his family and playing cards with his friends. He loved his vacations, but his most precious times were watching his grandchildrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sports and activities.

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Also, he will be greatly missed by his neighbors and all the members of his church, where he was very active.

Memorial service will be held Saturday, 21, 3 p.m. at Grace Trinity Community Church in Minneapolis. Visitation will be one hour prior.

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Man sentenced for burglary that led to manhunt

BY LORI CARLSON AND ALEX HALL editor@plamerican.com and ahall@swpub.com

The second of two burglars involved in a burglary-turnedmanhunt this summer on the border of Prior Lake and Shakopee was sentenced Thursday to serve nearly three years in prison.

Jason Bradley Phyle, 29, of Minneapolis pleaded guilty to fi rst-degree burglary in Scott County District Court on Monday. He will serve 22 months behind bars and 11 months

on supervised release for the June 29, 2011 home i nvasion that led to a five-hour manhunt near Marschall Ro ad i n Spri ng La ke Township.

Jason Bradley Both Phyle Phyle – who f led through a swampy area – and 36-year-old William Thomas Benjamin II – who tried to hide in a tree – were located

and charged with fi rst-degree bu rg l a r y, which c a r ries a mandatory minimum of six months in jail. Benjamin was sentenced to f ive yea rs i n prison after pleading guilty in October.

The two men invaded an occupied home in the 16800 block of Marschall Road (County Road 17) at 7:30 a.m. June 29.

As a woman called 911, one of the men ran through the house. As officers arrived, the suspects fled. The downstairs phone was found of f the hook.

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Benjamin was found nearby in a tree. Around noon, Phyle was spotted paddling a small boat on Campbell Lake. As a State Patrol helicopter hovered overhead, he jumped into the lake and swam to shore, but was soon apprehended.

Phyle’s criminal history includes three burglary convictions in Hennepin County and two convictions for fleeing police in Hennepin and Anoka counties. He also has convictions for assault and drug possession, dating back to 2004.

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Prior Lake man charged in child pornography case

BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com

A Prior Lake man is accused of downloading more than 150 fi les containing child pornography.

Adam Anderson Merchant, 24, has been charged with three counts of possessing chi ld pornography in Scott County District Court.

According to the complaint,

a task force officer with the Minnesota FBI Cybercrime Unit used undercover investigative software to download fi les of child pornography from a suspected host IP address between July 18 and Aug. 25, 2011.

A subpoena to Integra Telecom revealed that the subscribers for the IP address were Merchant’s parents. The man lives with his parents.

In September, a search war-

rant was executed at the Prior Lake home. A computer, an external hard drive and several other miscellaneous items were seized during the search.

During the investigation, it was learned that Merchant was the only person in the house that used the computer containing the child pornography.

In an interview with officers, Merchant allegedly admitted to

downloading the fi les using a peer-to-peer fi le-sharing program. He said he knew it was wrong and tried to stop but recently started downloading the material again. He allegedly said that “my friends tried to make me stop… I did, but I don’t know why I started up again,” according to the complaint.

Merchant’s fi rst appearance in Scott County District Court is scheduled for Feb. 6.

Flurries and cold fronts on the way Last week was a records e t t i n g one as we tied a record-hig h low on Ja n.

6 and then broke t h ree record highs Jonathan on Jan. 9 and Cohen Jan. 10.

For the week, temperatures were an astounding 22 degrees above average. To reach 50 degrees in early January is particularly unusual. Generally when it is warm in January, it is gray from melting snow. But with little snow to

melt, skies were clear most of the week.

A st rong cold f ront a rrived on Jan. 11, but it was accompanied by only a little rain and snow as we fi nally did have our first measurable precipitation of the year, modest though it was. It will bring the fi rst colder-thanaverage temperatures in a month.

The outlook is for a return to above-average temperatures briefly this weekend.

Another cold front should bring moderately cold weather again by early next week, but nothing out of the ordi-

nar y. One thing that wi l l not change is the lack of precipitation, as there is only a small chance of a little light snow over the weekend after

Date Jan. 5 Jan. 6 Jan. 7 Jan. 8 Jan. 9 Jan. 10 Jan. 11

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flurries before the weekend.

By Jonathan Cohen, Prior Lake observer for the Scott County Soil and Water Conservation District

High 43 44 36 38 47* 51* 37

Low 26 35^ 24 19 32@ 28 12

Dew pt. midnight 26 31 4

4” soil temp 38 39 36

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And now that winter and colder weather have set in, we want your recipes for soothing, hot drinks – alcoholic or not.

What drinks have you whipped up to counterbalance the belowfreezing temperatures outside? What interesting liquid concoctions have thawed you after taking the dog for a walk, scraping the ice off your car’s windshield, or shoveling the driveway?

Share your winter drink recipes – and a photo or photos, if you like –with Prior Lake American readers. Send your recipes to Editor Lori Carlson, editor@plamerican.com, before noon on Friday, Jan. 20. Include your name and city of residence.

We’ll run some recipes online at PRIOR LAKE plamerican.com and the best in the Jan. 28 American print edition.

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Page turners: Readers chime in on book recommendations

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ooking for a good book? We challenged newspaper readers to answer a question – “What’s the best book you read in 2011?” – and some of your responses are on this page.

We received a range of recommendations, from a book on how to turn back one’s biological clock to a World War II tale of Leningrad museum artifacts.

Perhaps the reader advice published here will motivate you to buy a book or two, hunker down during the winter months ahead, and either learn, explore or be entertained by turning one page after another.

Our thanks once again to all the readers who shared their thoughtful book recommendations.

Two stories share contrasting experiences Here are a couple books I read in 2011: “The Madonnas of Leningrad,”

by Debra Dean..

By way of saving the contents (madonnas) of the Hermitage museum during WWII, this novel informs the reader of t he i ntense hu n g e r a n d cold the peasants endured in Leningrad. It makes hunger and cold unforgettable.

“Waiting for White Horses,” by Nathan Jorgenson, a Minnesota author. This novell is a sweet read.

Every character I would like t o k now b etter and would l i ke t o h ave for my neighbor. The two dentists value their friends h ip, wh ic h has g rown through seasons of duck hunting in northern Minnesota. I have never been duck hunting, but this read certainly makes it enticing.

Barbara Colhapp Chaska

‘The Wife’s Tale’

by Lori Lansens The best book I read in 2011 was “The Wife’s Tale” by Lori Lansens: Mary Gooch’s husband quietly e leaves her on the eve of their 25th wedding anniversary, which catapults Mary onto a path of tremendous self-discovery and personal g rowth.

The premise sounds sad and it is.

However, it is exciting and wonderful to watch Mary’s metamorphosis as the story unfolds. I fell in love with Mary Gooch – her courage, her strength and her humanity. I hated to see the story end!

Tory Brogan Eden Prairie

‘Nothing to Envy’

by Barbara Demick North Korea is a country I knew nothing about; the people, the politics, the culture. This book sheds a little light on this dark, hidden country by following the lives of a few people. It’s interesting to have this insight with the recent events occur-

ring there and the few images the government allows to be seen. While a shor t read, it is engaging and made me appreciate the sma l l liberties I take for granted.

J. Boevers Chanhassen

‘Football Wife: Coming of Age with the NFL as Mrs. Karl Kassulke’

by Jan Thatcher Adams, M.D. I read a lot of books, good, bad, and in-between. “Football Wife: Coming of Age with the NFL a s M r s . K a rl Kassulke,” by Jan Thatcher Adams, M.D., is a good book published i n 2011.

This is a memoi r. A l l memoir writing is self-serving. The requirement for memoir is telling the Truth. Emily Dickinson in poem 1129 says: Tell All the Truth but tell its slant Success in Circuit lies She ends her poem with these lines: The Truth must dazzle gradually Or every man be blind Jan Adams told her Truth. Some of her candor may be shocking and disturbing to some readers, but she conveys an understanding and kindness about this time of her life.

Reading this book will be an insightful learning experience. The family photos included tell an inclusive story. As a good memoirist should, Dr. Adams puts enough in and leaves enough out of her story. She allows us to read in as well as read out in this well-crafted memoir.

Tom Dubbe, Ph.D. Shakopee

‘The Art of Racing in the Rain’

by Garth Stein I loved this b o o k ! Ve r y readable, it is an intriguing story told from the perspective of a wise and insightful dog who wants badly to be a hu ma n. He loves his family and is heartbroken by what he observes and cannot share.

‘Younger Next Year’

by Crowley and Lodge My husband and I recently read “Younger Next Year” by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge.

Crowley is a 70-plus retired at t o r n e y. H e shares ideas, attitude and inspiration about living long and st rong du ring “the last third” of our lives.

Lodge is an internal medicine doctor who shares the science behind the theory that if we stay active (meaning aerobic exercise five to six days per week and active involvement in family and community), our body continues to grow rather than decay, as we’ve been conditioned believe.

By following this program, the authors suggest you can avoid 70 percent of the decay and 50 percent of the illnesses and injuries associated with getting older.

Published in 2005, the book is humorous and empowering all at once.

Good information about a healthful diet, too, all told in a practical, funny tone. It was a really excellent read for this time of life and the beginning of the New Year. “Younger Next Year” and “Younger Next Year for Women” are available at the Scott County Library as hardcover and audio book.

Barb Tieben Jordan

‘The Hunger Games’

by Suzanne Collins The best books I read in 2011 were “The Hunger Games” series books

by Suzanne Col-lins.

I loved these books. T hey are fast-paced.

They have act io n a n d r o mance. The characters were re a l ly good. They were page turners. They never got boring. I couldn’t put them down. I can’t wait for the movies!

Alex Wagner Age 14 Student at St. Michael’s School in Prior Lake

Suspenseful books are best I actually have two books that I loved in 2011: “ T he Hu nger Ga mes” series books. I loved these books because they had a lot of action and suspense.

I also loved the book “I Am Number Four”

by Pit t acus Lore. It had a lot of action and suspense and kept you turning pages.

‘Safe from the Sea’

by Peter Geye I really loved Ann Patchett’s

Chaska Middle School East eighth-grader book choices read because 13 different people were blamed for a girl’s suicide and each of the teens do not know why or how they are involved – intriguing and keeps you reading.

I recommend the book, “We Will Always Have Summer,” by Jenny Han. It is a great romance book that will keep you fl ipping the pages! You never know what is going to happen next!

“Shoeless Joe and Me,” by Dan Gutman: This book is an easy read and it is funny. It is about a boy that can travel though time with baseball cards. This is a series that teen boys will defi nitely want to check out.

Carly Kriesel

Kirsten Haugen “13 Reasons Why,” by Jay Asher: I thought this book was very fun to

book to eighth-graders and highschoolers.

Jessie Ireland “Pretty Little Liars,” by Sara

Paige Hall Shepard: I like this book because

Preston Hasting I recommend: “Hunger Games” series, of course! (“Catching Fire” was my fav); “Harry Potter and the Goblet Of Fire”; “Mysterious Benedict Society” because these books are perfect for engaging teenagers.

“If I Stay,” by Gayle Forman: I like this book because it is so suspenseful that you never want to put it down. The girl protagonist (she is in a coma) has to make a choice of whether she wants to go back to earth and fi nish living her life or go and join her family in the afterlife. It is also very romantic. I would recommend this

Most of the books on my list were published prior to this year.

However I did read them this year.

“The Book Thief,” by Markus Zusak. An interesting look at German life during World War II from the perspective of the main character, “Death.”

“Reading The OED: One Man, One Year, 21730 Pages,” by Ammon Shea. The author read the OED in one year and reveals to the read very unique words that are not commonly read. Fun book to read.

“The Cigar Maker,” by Mark McGinty: I enjoyed reading about Cuba and Cuban migration into Tampa, Fla. “Alas Babylon,” by Pat Frank.

Published in 1959. An amazing post-apocalyptic novel written during the Cold War era.

“Cutting for Stone,” by Abraham Verghese: A complex story of two brothers who are raised in an orphanage in Ethiopia.

“Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void,”

other book that rates on the top of my 2011 list is by a Minnesota author, Peter Geye.

The title is “Safe from the Sea.” It is set on a northern lake not far from Superior where a college professor visits his dyi ng fat her and hears the true story of the father’s experience on an ore boat that goes down in a gale on Superior. The son comes to understand his father’s life and in the process come to terms with his own life.

Phyllis Bofferding Eden Prairie

‘Billy Oliver Holding on to Memories’

by Charles Peters This is the type of book that once you start reading it, you don’t want to put it down until you get to the last page.

A book that is w e l l w r it t e n and easy to read, readers find themselves living in the “moment” wit h you ng Bi l ly. W hen Billy laughs, readers fi nd themselves laughing out loud, when Billy cries, readers fi nd it is hard to keep a dry eye. The story has emotional ups and downs and ends with an inspirational high that is satisfying to readers.

Charles Peters Eden Prairie

‘Chief Joseph and the Flight of the Nez Perce’

by Kent Nerburn

Kate Wagner Best book I read in 2011: “Chief Age 14 Joseph and the Flight of the Nez Student at St. Michael’s School Perce,” by Minin Prior Lake nesota authorr

Joyce Goff “State of Wonder” and it is partially Savage set in Eden Prairie, Minn. But an-

The following book reviews are from Chaska Middle School East eighth-graders, submitted by language arts teacher Leslie Geissler, and media specialist Venisha Bahr.

Good reading noted

I watch the show and it’s very dramatic. It also has a lot of suspense.

Teen girls who like series books and like chick lit will want to read these books.

Morgan Ingram “The Last Song,” by Nicholas Sparks: This would be a great book to read if you like summer romances with some tragedies.

It may be a little sad at times but that’s what makes the book interesting. It also shows how a rebellious teenager fi nds herself again and becomes really close with her dying dad over the summer. Hope you read it!

Michaela Spielberger

Kent Nerburn.

Meticulously researched a nd beautifully written, it is the story of a brave and c omp a s sion ate man who leads what is left of his people over the mountains and across the prairies while pursued by the U.S. Army and all the resources the government can summon. Nerburn clarifies the myths and misconceptions surrounding this great Native American leader whose tribe is deprived of the homeland they have possessed for centuries.

Shortly before discovering this book last winter, I was returning from the West Coast and found myself on a deserted mountain road at night with an empty tank of gas.

Miraculously there was a resort still open with a gas pump. The owner said this happens all the time. Later in reading the book I was surprised to learn that I had followed the same route as Joseph and his tribe in their flight.

I prefer to think it was his spirit that looked out for me and that he still guides lonely travelers in need of help on their way home.

John Miles Shakopee

‘Long Walk to Freedom’ Autobiography of Nelson Mandela The best and most interesting book I read during 2011 is “Long

by Mary Roach. This was a funny book about space exploration, astronaut training.

“Still Standing: The Story of SSG John Kriesel,” by Jim Kosmo.

John Kriesel was a member of the Minnesota National Guard and was stationed in Iraq.

“Winterdance: The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod,”

by Gary Paulsen. This is about the author’s decision to run the Iditarod. Honestly, this is not a topic that I would normally select to read but this in the top-five favorite books that I’ve read.

Jody Brennan Shakopee Walk to Freedom,” the autobiography of Nel s on M a n dela.

It covers his entire life, his youth, his rise into notoriety as a leader among the ANC (African National Congress), his persecution and three decades in prison and his eventual election as the president of South Africa.

This book defines what a true leader is – I wish more of our elected leaders would demonstrate similar leadership.

Matt Sasse Prior Lake

‘The Clockwork Angel’

by Cassandra Clare The Chaska High School Hawk’s Nest Book Club just fi nished reading “The Clock-wo rk A n g e l”

by Cassandra Clare with rave reviews.

T hi s b o ok i s the prequel to Clare’s popular “Mortal Instruments” series, and it is written in the steampunk (think Sherlock Holmes/Victorian era with supernatural and sci-fi elements) genre.

Tessa Gray, 16, travels from America to London to join her brother, who has fallen under the influence of the supernatural underworld of London and plans to turn her over to the Dark Sisters who kidnap her in order to develop her previously unrealized ability to change shape into another person.

Only the half-angel Shadowhunters can save her and protect her from those in the Underworld who wish to exploit her powers. The paranormal romantic triangle keeps the story moving along quickly, but some of the more predictable elements of the plot created a lively discussion among the avid readers of the book club!

Want to see other great titles teens across the country are reading? Join us in reading some of the choices from YALSA’s (Young Adult division of the American Library Association) Top 25 Nominees at www.ala.org/yalsa/teenreading/ teenstopten/ttt11.

Lisa Gearman CHS Hawk’s Nest Book Club

‘For Love of Lakes’

by Darby Nelson I read the book “For Love of Lakes” by Darby Nelson, a professor at A noka-Ramsey Community College, an aquatic ecologist and lakeprotection activist.

The book engagingly challenges us to consider both our relationship with lakes and how our choices affect their future. It’s about lakes going way back to early humans, to Henry David Thoreau’s experience on Walden Pond, Concord, Mass. in 1845, and present times. He talks about the current state of our lakes and what we can do to preserve and improve them.

Steve Pany Prior Lake

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Prior Lake senior Kyle Robrock hopes to finish his stellar career in style in early March, which would be winning 100-yard backstroke state title.

Prior Lake senior Kyle Robrock has established himself as an elite talent, but can he end his career with a state title?

Going for gold

BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com

Kyle Robrock has already established himself as one of the elite swimmers in the state.

But can the Prior Lake senior close out his stellar career in style – by winning a Class AA state title or two.

Robrock’s best chance looks to be in the 100-yard backstroke where he finished second last year. He also tied for seventh in the 50 freestyle.

Robrock set the school record in the 100 back last year at state (50.20 seconds) and tied the school mark in the 50 free (21.54). In his final attempt at state (assuming he gets there, although he’s already swimming under the state cuts), he’ll try to become only second Prior Lake swimmer to win a state title.

Chris Baker won the 50 freestyle and 100 breaststroke in 1984.

“Kyle has always been a strong swimmer, but has really become a strong leader the last two years,” said Lakers coach Justin Haycraft. “He’s extremely

versatile and every year we have to decide which event he should choose as his second event for sections and hopefully state.

“His goals this year are to get as many of the records as he can, achieve a state championship or two, finalize college plans and earn a trip to the Olympic trials,” added Haycraft.

Robrock hasn’t made a college choice yet, but Haycraft said there are some Division I programs he’s looking att – Minnesota, Iowa, Wyoming and Denver.

In his first season with the Lakers, Robrock got a taste of the state meet competion on Prior Lake’s 200 medley relay that finished 13th.

As a sophomore, he earned a state berth in an individual event for the first time, finishing eighth in the 100 backstroke and 12th in the 100 freestyle. He was also on the 200 medley relay again that finished 10th.

But it was last year when Robrock really broke through. He also swam the backstroke leg on the 200 medley relay for a third straight year at state,

finishing 10th again. He teamed with Alex Jenness, Marshall Hekin and Matthew Wright and they own the school record (1:40.01).

Robrock will have some competition in the 100 backstroke this year.

Finishing third at state last year was junior Sean Wegerson of Maple Grove and fourth was sophomore Nikita Dolin of Rochester Century.

Robrock also has two younger brothers on the Lakers – sophomore Alec Robrock and eighth-grader Craig Robrock. Haycraft’s team is loaded with a lot of underclassmen. There are only six seniors on the team, so Robrock’s leadership and mentorship of the younger swimmers – as well as his brothers – has also been a bonus.

“His drive and focus rubs off on the other athletes in the pool,” said Haycraft.

“The younger athletes see how talented he is and are envious of what he can do.

In practice, he trains with Marshall, Jenness, (senior) Zach Kleist and sometimes (ninth-grader) Paul Hescott and Craig. They train at a

Prior Lake senior Kyle Robrock owns the school record in both the 100 backstroke and the 50 freestyle. more intense level to keep up with him.”

To qualify for the Olympic Trials, Robrock needs to swim the 100-meter backstroke (not yards) in 57.59. Robrock’s state time last year of 50.20 was achieved on what USA Swimming calls SCY (short course yards). LCMs (long course meters) are used at the trails and Olympic Games.

The average conversion from yards to meters in 100 events is about eight seconds, so Robrock’s is already fairly close to the qualifying time The Olympic Trials will be held in Omaha, Neb starting June 25 and ending July 2.

Girls Basketball Jan. 17: at Bloomington Kennedy, 7:15 p.m.

Jan. 19: vs. Eastview, 7:15 p.m.

Girls hockey Jan. 17: at Eagan, 7:15 p.m.

Jan. 21: vs. Lakeville North, 5:20 p.m.

Boys Hockey Jan. 19: at Eagan, 7:15 p.m.

Jan. 21: at Lakeville North, 3 p.m.

Wrestling Jan. 19: at Lakeville South, 7 p.m.

Jan. 20: vs. New Prague, 7 p.m.

Gymnastics Jan. 17: vs. Jefferson and Kennedy, 6 p.m.

Jan. 19: at Breck 6 p.m.

Jan. 21: at Buffalo Invitational, noon

Nordic Skiing

Jan. 17: at Bloomington Jefferson, 6 p.m.

Jan. 21: Class AA State True Team, TBD Jan. 16: at Valleywood Golf Course, 9 a.m.

Alpine skiing Jan. 19: at Meet at Buck Hill, 3:30 p.m.

Danceline Jan. 21: Lakeville South Invitational, 8 a.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.

Lakers’ Section Assignments BOYS BASKETBALL SECTION 2AAAA Bloomington Jefferson Bloomington Kennedy Burnsville Chanhassen Eden Prairie Lakeville South Prior Lake Shakopee

GIRLS BASKETBALL SECTION 2AAAA Bloomington Jefferson Bloomington Kennedy Chanhassen Eden Prairie Edina Lakeville South Prior Lake Shakopee

BOYS HOCKEY SECTION 2AA Bloomington Jefferson Bloomington Kennedy Burnsville Chanhassen Edina Holy Angels Prior Lake Shakopee

GIRLS HOCKEY SECTION 2AA Bloomington Jefferson Bloomington Kennedy Chaska-Chanhassen Eden Prairie Edina Holy Family Prior Lake Shakopee

WRESTLING SECTION 2AAA Bloomington Jefferson Bloomington Kennedy Chanhassen Chaska Eden Prairie Edina Farmington Lakeville North Lakeville South Prior Lake Shakopee

BOYS SWIMMING SECTION 3AA Apple Valley Burnsville Eagan Eastview Lakeville North Lakeville South Prior Lake Rosemount

GYMNASTICS SECTION 2AA Apple Valley Bloomington Jefferson Bloomington Kennedy Chanhassen Eastview Lakeville North Lakeville South Prior Lake

Lakers prepare for the stretch run on the floor The Prior Lake dance team will dust off its high kick and ja zz fu n k routi nes for t he stretch run.

The Lakers will be back on the floor Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Lakeville South Invitational and will have one more meet after that before focusing in the Section 1AAA competition.

Prior Lake, led by seniors Ali Ruba, Danai Hennen, Jordyn Sammis and Kristy Bowman, will be the host of its own invite Jan. 28.

The Lakers finished fifth in jazz funk at the South Suburban Conference Championships Dec. 17. The team was also second and third in a pair of jazz funk meets leading up to the conference championships.

Jan. 17: vs. Bloomington Kennedy, 7:15 p.m.

Jan. 19: at Eastview, 7:15 p.m.

The Prior Lake Alpine boys and girls ski teams will have some new faces and some familiar ones as they prepare for their runs toward their section meets.

The ski season is quick.

The Lakers began Jan. 5 in a meet at Buck Hill in Burnsville and the Section 6 meet is practically around the corner, set for Feb. 8 at Buck Hill as well.

So there’s not a lot of time for the Lakers to get ready.

“We have many new racers, but also a lot of returning,” said Lakers coach Dave Everson. “Last year we had a number of kids who made Sout h Subu rba n Con ference honorable mention.

This year, we hope to have some all-conference racers as well.

“We are also looking to send someone to state again,” added Everson. “It’s been a couple of years since Prior Lake sent a state competitor.

The last Laker skier to compete at the state competition was Lindsay Hutchinson in 2010.

This year’s Prior Lake boys’ captain is Grant Schipper, the only senior among the two squads.

The girls’ captain is junior Abbey Everson. She was the Lakers’ top fi nisher at sections last year, finishing 37th out of 105 competitors.

The top 10 individuals, not on the two qualifying teams, also earn state spots. Prior Lake finished 10th in the team standings last year out of 21 schools.

Other skiers for the girls team include: sophomores Karlie Chase, Katie Jondal and Delaney Sharratt, ninth-grader Charlee Skare,, eighth-graders Allie Zoeller, Sara Gilbert and Alex Schult and seventh-graders Maddy Bonner, Piper Gilpatric and Sidney McCue. Jondal was 44th at sections last year, while Zoeller was 61st.

Meanwhile, the Prior Lake boys team finished 18th out of 20 teams in last year’s section race.

Junior Aaron Iwen had

Keeping the beat a strong high kick program, qualifying for state a year ago and fi nishing third overall.

So if Lakers want to earn a state berth this year, jazz funk will likely be the easier route, although not easy by any stretch.

O t her te a m s i n S ec tion 1AAA include: Bloomington, Farmington, Lakeville South, Rochester Century, Rochester John Marshall, Rochester Mayo, Rosemount and Northfield.

This year’s Class AAA state meet is set for Feb. 17-18 at the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Jazz funk is held the fi rst day, followed by high kick on the second day.

Maple Grove is the defending jazz funk state champion, while Wayzata was second.

Eden Prairie ended up second in high kick last year.

Boys Basketball

Boys swimming

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Therefore, jazz funk looks to be the Lakers’ best bet in earning a state bid when the team competes at sections, which will be held Feb. 11 at Bloomington Kennedy.

The section field is loaded with quality teams, so it won’t be easy for Prior Lake. The topthree teams qualify for state.

Eastview, Apple Valley and Burnsville finished ahead of the Lakers and the conference championships.

Eastview, Burnsville and Lakeville North were the state qualifiers last year with Eastview taking third.

Eastview is the also the defending high kick state champion, while Burnsville is also a dominant in that dance. In fact, the two programs have combined to win 10 of the last 12 Class AAA state titles.

Apple Valley has also had

What’s on Tap for the Lakers

BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com

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BY TOM SCHARDIN tschardin@swpub.com

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Junior Laura Anderson and the Prior Lake dance team will be back on the floor Jan. 21 at the Lakeville South Invitational.

Did you know Prior Lake High School sports are also available on two popular social networking sites, Facebook and Twitter.

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Snowshoeing set at Cleary Lake Park Snowshoes have helped humans thrive in northern winters for thousands of years. On Jan 22, from 1 to2 p.m. at Cleary Lake Regional Park in Prior Lake, you will learn the story behind snowshoes and why each region developed a unique design.

Plus, you can strap on a pair for an exhilarating guided hike through the snow-covered woods, while searching for animal tracks and practicing your technique. Equipment is provided.

Cost is $5 and reservations are required. Call (763) 559-6700 to make a reservation and reference activity No. 124601-00. This program is open to ages 18 and older.

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DNR warns of ice safety with warm temps PHOTO BY ONETHEFLYGUIDING.COM

The southeast’s winter trout fishing season in Minnesota is the result of the increasing popularity and requests from anglers to expand the number of streams open to winter fishing. There are about 135 miles on 38 streams open through March 31.

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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.

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Second place The Prior Lake 7C boys basketball team recently took second place in the Richfield Tournament. The team members are, front row, from left: Richie Lambright, Derrick Dolan, Owen Kilinowski, Connor Thelemann and Scottie Heining Second row: Coach Jen Preston, Jacob Gustin, Jacob Peterson, Alex Preston, coach Rob Dolan and coach Rich Lambright.

Anglers have about 135 miles MSHSL seeks basketball memorabilia of open stream to catch trout While most Minnesota anglers focus on ice fishing this time of year, those hankering for something different might want to cast their attention toward southeastern Minnesota, where the stream trout season opened Jan. 1.

The southeast’s winter trout fishing season is the result of the increasing popularity of trout fishing and requests from anglers to expand the number of streams open to winter fishing. The season is catch-and-release, and only barbless hooks may be used. Currently, about 135 miles on 38 streams are open to winter trout angling through March 31.

See maps of open streams on at www.dnr.state.mn.us.

DNR Lanesboro Area Fisheries Manager Steve K lotz offers several suggestions for a safe and productive winter trout fishing adventure: Use c aution when ap proaching trout streams, because trout are normally skittish, and a dry fall has resulted in low flows and clear water in many streams.

Trout have just fi nished spawning for the year, so anglers should minimize walking in streams to avoid disturbing trout eggs.

Avoid handling trout out of the water when temperatures are cold as it can stress the fish.

Be careful about parking and walking when there is snow and ice on the ground.

Also, don’t take any chances with shelf ice that may form along stream banks.

Anglers who stay dry will stay warm.

Tell someone about your trip plans.

The DNR implemented the winter trout fishing season in

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the top fi nish, taking 58th out of 119 racers, while sophomore Brandon Schipper fi nished in 78th.

Other skiers on the boys’ squad this year include: junior David Derco, sophomores Erik Binkowski, Ryan Zoeller and Bill Zimbinski, ninth-graders Jake Seifert and Max Chase, eighth-graders Mark Iwen, Ben Johnson and Robert Rude and seventh-graders Max Bulver, Mark Derco, Luke Everson and Sam Skare.

Both Prior Lake teams have competitions Jan. 19, 26 and 31 scheduled at Buck Hill before sections.

The boys’ section field is pretty strong with Edina and Burnsville in the field. They fi nished one-two respectively last year at sections to earn the team bids.

Other teams in the field include: Apple Valley, Bloomington Jefferson, Bloomington Kennedy, Chanhassen, Chaska, Crystal Valley Area, Eastview, Eden Prairie, Lakeville North, L a kevi l le Sout h, M a n kato West, Mankato West, Northfield, Rochester Century, Rochester John Marshall, Rochester Mayo, Rochester Lourdes,

1988 following improved water quality in the 1980s, which created good natural trout reproduction in southeast coldwater streams.

The goal has been to provide additional recreational opportunities without harming the trout resource. This resource is particularly vulnerable during fall spawning and the stress of winter.

DNR creel surveys and other studies have shown that the winter catch-and-release season does not cause any negative impacts to trout populations.

WALLEYE REGULATIONS Meanwhile, in other DNR fishing news, Lake Vermilion, located in northeastern Minnesota near Tower and Cook, will have a new slot size for walleye regulations starting on May 12.

The revised regulation will be an 18- to 26-inch protected slot. The regulation will continue to allow one fish over 26 inches and includes a four-fish bag limit.

The current special regulation of a protected slot from 17to 26-inches was enacted in 2006 in response to increased fishing pressure and walleye harvest.

The current 17- to 26-inch regulation will continue through the winter ice fishing season.

The goals were to maintain walleye harvest at a sustainable level and enhance protection of the spawning stock. The original review period allowed changes in the fishery to be evaluated after a 10-year time period.

Questions about the regulation change can be directed to Edie Evarts, area fi sheries supervisor, 218-753-2580 ; or Duane Williams, large lake specialist, 218-753-2580.

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.

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M e a nwh i l e , E d i n a a n d Bloomington Jefferson were one-two respectively in the girls’ section race last year to get the state spots.

The same teams are also in the girls’ section field that are in the boys’.

This year’s Alpine state meet is set for Feb. 15 at its annual site, Giants Ridge in Biwabik.

Minnetonka is the defending girls’ champion, while Jefferson was second. Lakeville South had won three straight state titles before Minnetonka last year, although it tied Edina for the crown in 2009.

Edina also won seven times since 1997, while Duluth East won three times.

St. Thomas Academy won the boys’ crown last year for the third straight year while Minnetonka was runner-up.

St. Thomas Academy has won seven state team crowns since 1993, while Minnetonka has won three since 1996 and Edina has two twice since 1999.

The Prior Lake Athletics for Youth awarded Team Black with the fourth-grade sportsmanship award for this past season. The team members are: Bennett Thram, Carson Meurer, Max Emerson, Will Gilbert, Conor Miller and Trey Forst-Hilmerson. Second row: Zak Jones, Sam Emmerich, Gabe Wasz, Mitchell Drews, Zane Ochsendorf, Connor Guillemette, Henry Emmerich and Wade Patterson. Third row: Coaches Wasz, Rick Ochsendorf and Dick Emmerich.

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.

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Basketball winners The Prior Lake Athletics for Youth sixth-grade girls basketball team recently took first place in the Chanhassen Tournament. The team members are, front row, from left: Sydney Feilen, Kailey Ahlstrom, Gwen Andersen, Hallie Rassmussen-Lang and Jordin Miller. Second row: Coach Melanie Morrison, Libby Morrison, Jasmine Ziegler, Lindsey Henderson, coach Chris Morrison, Gabi Vohnoutka, Shelby Soregaroli and coach Kari Ahlstrom.

Hockey winners The Prior Lake B1 peewee boys hockey team recently won the Alexandria Tournament. The team members are, front row, from left: Noah Vidmar, Ryan Miller, Blake Bartizal, Lukas Metcalfe and Austin Hovis. Second row: Logan Stokes, Hunter Totenhagen, Gavin Virtue and Luke Beaty. Third row: Evan Sibbet, Jacob Schumacher, Jack Kennedy, Billy Kaehler and Jake Pirsch.

Sportsmanship winners The Prior Lake Athletics for Youth awarded Team No. 7 with the fifth-grade sportsmanship award for this past season. The team members are, front row, from left: Connor Hofslien and Luke McCutcheon. Second row: Branden Koyer, Lucas Gratz, Brian Kallberg, Tyler Hennen, Matthew Keller and Will Kinzel. Third row: Coach Dan Gratz, Paul Hofslien, Brandon Sor, Tyson Smith, Spencer Shaver, Mark Smith (from PreSnap Football Academy), Nicholas Brosnan, Noah Benson, Ethan Patrick, Dylan Stocker, coach Brad Smith and Jeff Benson.

Basketball winners The Prior Lake Boys 8C Purple traveling basketball team recently took first Place in the Orono Spartan Classic. The team members are, front row, from left: Nate Bowman, Bennett Cooper, Tate Rodine, Aaron Byers and Amir McPherson. Second row: Coach Chuck Schrope, Sayed Rahmani, Joe Goodwin, Josh Schrope Mitch McDonald, Jake Marlier and coach Craig Cooper.

Tourney champs The Prior Lake fourth-grade traveling basketball team recently won the Chanhassen Tournament. The team members are, front row, from left: Coach Shad Gordon, Evan Larson, Calvin Dougherty, Caleb Druvenga, Nate Raddatz and team mascot Coy Druvenga. Second row: Coach Chad Druvenga, Austin Gordon, Taylor Flaata, Dawson Garcia, Cooper Schnackenberg, Zane Ochsendorf and coach Dave Garcia.

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Citizen’s call lands prowler in jail

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truck, which was parked in the driveway.

She said the man appeared to be placing items into his pocket while he was in the truck.

The man Jesse Roy then allegedly Magnuson left the truck and headed to her neighbor’s yard. Police arrived shortly but could not track down the suspect.

A c a ni ne u nit was t hen requested, and the police dog soon found Magnuson hiding underneath the steps to a backyard deck in the area. Magnuson was ordered out from underneath the deck at gunpoint, at which point he crawled out and was handcuffed.

Mag nuson allegedly told police that he was just hang-

A W hite Bear Lake man was arrested last month after a vigi lant P rior Lake citizen called police about a car prowler in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Jesse Roy Magnuson, 30, has been charged with tampering with a motor vehicle, theft and felony fifth-degree drug possession.

According to the complaint, a woman from the 14400 block of Castlegate Way called police at about 2:47 a.m. on Dec. 24 to report a suspicious man in the area. She said she heard a vehicle enter the cul-de-sac nea r her home a nd saw it park across the street from her home.

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ing out in the area and got “spooked” when officers arrived. He said he arrived in a vehicle, but didn’t drive the vehicle.

W hen M ag nuson was searched at the Prior Lake Police Department, police found $4.56 in change on him, along with an iPod, a pink taser, two knives and some photographs.

Officers spoke with the reporting woman’s husband, who said that he was missing some change from his truck.

The vehicle Magnuson arrived in was also searched, and officers found a stolen laptop computer valued at more than $500, a clear plastic bag containing a white crystal substance that later tested positive for methamphetamine and a bottle of pills that appeared to be clonazepam.

Magnuson has a contested omnibus hearing scheduled for Feb. 14.

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At one point early in the morning, the mother invited the guest into her bedroom to “help her make the bed.” Cheesman eventually entered the room and became infuriated when he saw the guest with his mother in her bedroom, even though the guest denied kissing or engaging in any sexual conduct with the mother.

The g uest saw an object in Cheesman’s hand that appeared to be a tire iron or crowbar, then was allegedly struck several times in the face and head with either the object or Cheesman’s fists, leaving him with several noticeable injuries and lacerations to his face.

The guest attempted to flee the house but was followed out by Cheesman, who alleg-

A Spring Lake Township man is accused of repeatedly beating a houseguest in the head when he saw the man in a bedroom with his mother in the early hours of New Year’s Day. Michael James Cheesman, 19, has been charged with felony third-degree assault, felony fi rst-degree property damage and fifth-degree assault as a result of the incident.

According to the complaint, the guest was staying with Cheesman and his mother at their house on New Year’s Eve. Cheesman’s mother allegedly provided hard liquor to the two underage men that night.

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edly threatened to break his kneecaps and kill him. While outside, Cheesman allegedly swung the object at the guest, then used the object to break all of the windows on the guest’s SUV, as well as its taillights and a front head lamp. The cost of the damage was estimated at $2,000.

Cheesman allegedly admitted to authorities that he confronted the guest while he was in his mother’s bedroom and punched him in the face and head repeatedly. He said that he grabbed a golf club and struck the guest’s vehicle with it, but denied ever hitting the guest with the club.

Cheesman has an omnibus hearing scheduled for Jan. 19 in Scott County District Court.

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

FACES IN THE CROWD | A WEEKLY PROFILE OF PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY

Players seek theater volunteers Prior Lake Players community theater is looking for behind-thescenes volunteers who would like to be involved in theater, but not necessarily onstage.

Activities would include set construction and painting, lighting and sound, box office and lobby, and other duties. The work begins now for the March production of “Fiddler on the Roof.”

For more information, call Joyce Arneson at (952) 447-4788 or e-mail priorlake_players@yahoo.com.

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.

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 fire station across from Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake.

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.

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.

The staff assists veterans and all active duty military and their family members 24 hours a day through a hotline number, 1-800273-8255, and website, www.veteranscrisisline.net. Veterans also can contact their local VFWs.

Get one-on-one computer help A Scott County volunteer computer aide is available from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave., to provide one-on-one assistance concerning questions about navigating the Internet, creating a free e-mail account, formatting a resume and more.

No registration is required. For more information, call the library at (952) 447-3375.

Adopt a cat from Rainbow Rescue Rainbow Animal Rescue of Prior Lake will have a cat and kitten adoption day from noon to 3 p.m. every Saturday at Pet Supplies Plus, at the corner of County Road 42 and Highway 5 in Burnsville.

A wide selection of cats and kittens will be available. All pets have been vet-checked, are feline leukemia/F I V negative, have required vaccinations and are spayed or neutered (kittens come with a certificate for free spay/ neuter), services that are included in the adoption fee.

For more information, call (952) 440-3824 or visit www.petfi nder. com (enter zip code 55372).

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Chad Walen sells phones as a day job and races cars at area speedways to get his fast-lane fix.

Living life in the fast lane Wireless retailer is racing champion

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By day, Chad Walen wears dress pants and sells wireless phone plans. But on evenings and weekends, he becomes Speed Racer.

The lifelong Prior Lake resident has raced cars at Elko Speedway and Raceway Park in Shakopee since 2001, though he’s been around racing his entire life (it’s a family passion). Walen was named 2011 Super Late-Model Champion at the speedway and 2011 Asphalt Driver of the Year by “Speedtalk on 1360,” a race-fan radio show on KRWC AM 1360 in Buffalo, Minn.

For his win at Elko, Walen earned a trip to Charlotte, N.C. in November for a NASCAR event.

A 1992 Prior Lake High School graduate, Walen attended the University of Wisconsin-Stout and earned a degree in engineering. After college, he worked as a sales engineer for Thermo King before deciding the “cubicle world” wasn’t for him.

In 2007, he launched his career in the wireless phone sales business. He operated Wireless Depot in the South Lake Village Mall before moving to a new spot – and a new company, Verizon – in the retail area off Boudin Street.

Walen has stayed in Prior Lake because of his many connections with family and friends in the area, and he has two daughters – Brie, who will be 12 this month, and Rylee, who will have her eighth birthday this month. The Walens live with Chad’s girlfriend, Molly, and her three children.

Q AND A WITH CHAD WALEN How would people describe you?

Friendly and helpful.

Who is your favorite actor?

Matt Damon.

What’s your favorite food?

French fries.

What’s your favorite restaurant?

T.J. Hooligan’s.

If you were governor or president for a day, what would you do?

Give everybody the day off.

What’s the best vacation you’ve had?

Mexico – I’ve been there several times.

What would be your ideal vacation?

Scotland. I’m Scottish, so it would be interesting to go and see relatives there.

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.

Get organized now for spring turkey hunting January and February are excellent times to get prepared for your next spring turkey hunt.

Waiting until the last minute is a perfect recipe for stress, disorganization, missed opportunities and ultimately, an unsuccessful hunt.

Try now to accomplish some of the following well before you even think about putting some toms to bed the night before your hunt.

Planning and organizing your hunt can be half the fun if done properly.

First, determine where you want to hunt and secure necessary permission way ahead of time.

Apply for your permits well before the application deadline. If unsuccessful, apply for leftover tags where available.

Consider volunteering as a mentor to a youth, woman or adult who needs some assistance with his or her first turkey hunt.

Consider attending an advanced Department of Natural Resources turkey hunting clinic prior to the season. Almost everyone can learn something to be a better hunter.

Consider joining the National Wild Turkey Federation and attend a banquet prior to your hunt. There are plenty of banquets close to where you live. Go to www.nwtf.org and find the one most convenient for you. A banquet is the perfect location to meet other turkey hunters, get involved, volunteer and make new friends.

Clean your shotgun and make any necessary repairs. Sight your

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gun in on a turkey target and determine which combination of gun, choke and loads performs best for you. Consider getting a sling for your shotgun, as it is much easier to transport over your shoulder.

Having your hands free to use your calls, and carry decoys, or hopefully a tom, are a definite plus.

If you bow hunt, make sure your bow is tuned and shooting properly.

The target area on a turkey does not leave much margin for error. It might be necessary if you hunt in April to practice indoors to be ready for your first day of hunting. Just because you were shooting well in November does not mean you have no need to practice again prior to your spring hunt. Shooting a bow is much more of a challenge than a shotgun.

If you bow hunt, you probably want to have a pop-up blind ready.

Make sure it’s in good condition and has all of its stakes. A chair is an absolute necessity in a pop-up blind.

Practice all of your calls. Try to expand your turkey vocabulary each year. You never know which call is going to be the one that jerks that tom’s bobber. If you only can use one call and only make a few vocalizations, you are severely limiting your probability of success.

Try to become proficient with box, friction and diaphragm calls. Work at it until you can emulate the same calls with each type of call. Several times, I have coaxed a hung-up tom the last 10 yards into range by trying one more call, a different sound, or two calls at the same time. If you can use a diaphragm call, you can then use another call simultaneously with your free hands. Effective use of the diaphragm call frees up your hands to hold either your shotgun or your bow still while you wait for a shot.

Make sure your decoys are clean and realistic. Secure your stakes in your vest before your hunt. Take along extra stakes to prevent your decoy from spinning in the wind.

Just because it’s calm one hour before sunrise does not mean the wind will not pick up as soon as the sun comes up. Do not make the mistake of losing a bird when the wind spins your decoy as the tom makes his final approach.

Camouflage is very important, especially if you hunt leaning against a tree or with just a short stake blind vs. a pop-up blind. Your face, hands, head, neck and whole body need to be in camo. Make sure all your camo is ready before the

hunt. Have camo raingear ready as well. Nothing can chill you to the bone like a cold rain in the springtime.

If you shotgun hunt, you should consider a turkey vest to organize all your gear. As a lifelong fly fisherman, it was easy for me to accept the turkey vest as a valuable tool.

If you attend an advanced DNR turkey hunting clinic, you will be schooled on the importance of hunter safety. If you do not attend a clinic, you should consider attending a hunter safety class if you have not before. I never understood why the DNR excluded adults of a certain age from this requirement.

The above advice does not include every possible preparation to have a safe and successful turkey hunt, but it will surely get you down the right path. Remember, if at all possible, take someone under your wing this spring, and you will be richer for it.

Rick Petrekovic is a longtime resident of Prior Lake. He and his wife, Barb, live with two labs – Zach and Bella – and two cats – Callie and Romeo. Petrekovic has 30 years of experience in sales management with consumer products companies such as M.A. Gedney, Nestle Foods and Cadbury Schweppes. He is an active conservationist with National Wild Turkey Federation, Pheasants Forever, Trout Unlimited and the Rocky Mountain Elk Federation.

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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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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. 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.

Co-Dependents Anonymous 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.

PowerNet business 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 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 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 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.

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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

Alanon meetings with the “Island of Serenity” group will take place at 7 p.m. Mondays at 16150 Arcadia Ave., Prior Lake.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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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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.

For more information, call Pete Williams at (612) 730-0999.

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota provides support groups to help parents discover resources to meet the challenges of raising a child with mental illness, learn coping skills and develop problem-solving skills.

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The Winner’s Circle Chapter of Business Network International meets from 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Thursdays at 1101 Adams St., Shakopee.

For more information, call Darren Kurilko at (952) 9470323.

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.

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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: A A 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.

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.

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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 Scott County chapter of the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Valley Green Workforce Center, 752 Canterbury Road, Shakopee.

The meetings are open to al l who are interested (including those living with the illness).

For more information, call Janet Williams at (952) 890-1669 or Kevin Wineman at (952) 4968513, or visit www.nami.org/ namimn.

Widows’ and 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: I n f a nt L o s s S upp or t : Group meets the fi rst 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.

Hear 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 breastfeeding questions, call April at (952) 4406320, Michele 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.

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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.

(Editor’s note: Listings of organizational meetings and events are free but are not guaranteed in the Prior Lake American. Send information that includes the organization’s name and meeting times/locations and a contact’s name and telephone number. Deadline is Wednesday at noon.

E-mail information to editor@plamerican.com, mail to Prior Lake American, P.O. Box 578, Prior Lake, MN 55372, or fax to (952) 447-6671.)

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Dr. Daniel Berg and Tara Pyle-Citrowske Berg of New Prague announce the birth of their son, Titus Asher Berg, on Dec. 9, 2011 at New Prague/ Queen of Peace Hospital.

He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and was 19¼ inches long. He has blue eyes and black hair.

Grandparents are Dr. John and Ann Berg of New Prague; David Citrowske of Prior Lake; and Paulette Pyle of Deep haven.

Great grandparents are Beatrice Pyle-Mueller and Dorothy Citrowske of Canby, Minn.

Siblings are Luke, Danielle and Elijah.

Brenden and Tania Johnson of Prior Lake announce the birth of their son, Kaeleb Russell Johnson, at 7:48 a.m. Aug. 1, 2011 at St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Shakopee.

He weighed 10 pounds, 5 ounces and was 23 inches long.

He has blue eyes and brown hair.

Grandparents are Wyman and Marna Johnson of Shakopee; and John and Sharon Kapeluck of St. Louis Park.

Gre at g ra ndpa rent s a re Irene Myhro of Minnetonka and Helen Kapeluck of Coon Rapids.

Sibling is Trischelle.

Baptism was Aug. 14, 2011 at Friendship Church in Prior Lake.

Larson Joe La rson a nd Paige Thompson announce the birth of their daughter, Morgan Marie Larson, at 6:44 p.m. Nov. 17, 2011 at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee.

She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce and was 19¾ inches long.

Grandparents are Terry and Laurel Larson of Shakopee; and Randy and Judie Thompson of Prior Lake.

Baptism was Jan. 8, 2012 at Christiania Lutheran Church, Lakeville.

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Winners of the Prior Lake Lions Club Peace Poster Contest included students from St. Michael’s Catholic School. Each winning poster earned the participant a cash prize and a certificate of achievement. The theme was “Children Know Peace.” Pictured are (left to right) Sheila Stahler, Allison Keller (third place), Christine Berg (first place), Abby Le (second place), and art teacher Rachel Olmanson. At Aspen Academy in Prior Lake, winners included fifth-graders Kayli Elvin (first place) Alexis Cohn (third place) and Alexandra Cottrell (second place).

ENGAGEMENT

Charles Moore and Amanda Poncin

CHURCH NEWS

Friendship Church offers support groups New sessions of suppor t 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 hang-ups. 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, 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.

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Charles Richard Moore of Apple Valley and Amanda Susanne Poncin of Prior Lake announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.

Moore is a Burnsville High School graduate and earned a master of business administration degree with an emphasis in management from National American University. He is employed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Air Force.

Poncin is a graduate of Prior Lake High School and Minnesota State UniversityMankato. She is employed by New Horizon Academy.

Parents of the couple are the late Paul Moore; Mark Reckinger (stepfather) and B et h Re ck i n ger of Ro s e mount; and Michael and Sue Sweeney of Prior Lake.

An April 28, 2012 wedding is planned at Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel.

Christopher McCord and Joanna Weispfenning were married Oct. 1, 2011 in Prior Lake.

Parents are Jon and Ruthanne Weispfenning of Minnesota City, Minn; and Archibald and Kathleen McCord of Prior Lake.

Ring bearers were Makenna and Grace McCord.

The bride attended Winona Senior High School and the University of MinnesotaDuluth.

She is employed in enrollment services at the University of St. Thomas.

The groom attended Prior Lake High School and the Universit y of Mi n nesot aDuluth.

He is a special-education assistant for Minneapolis Public Schools.

T he couple lives i n St. Paul.

Christopher and Joanna McCord

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Jason and Erin Simmering of Jordan announce the birth of their daughter, Jemma Jase Simmering, at 12:43 a.m. Dec. 3, 2011 at Fairview Ridges Hospital, Burnsville.

She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces and was 21.8 inches long. She has blue eyes and dark hair.

Grandparents are Gerald and Darlene Simmering of Prior Lake; and Denise Reuter of Eagan.

Sibling is Wyatt.

Kriesel Blaine and Kristin Kriesel of Prior Lake announce the birth of their daughter, Isabella Katherine Kriesel, on Dec. 26, 2011 at New Prague/Queen of Peace Hospital.

She weighed 4 pounds, 3 ounces and was 17.75 inches long.

Grandparents are Joyce and Stephen Schiller of Sartell, Minn.; Steven Furan of Minnetonka; Carol Kriesel of Coon Rapids; and Blaine Kriesel Sr. of Coon Rapids.

Gre at g ra ndpa rent s a re Betty Furan of Fargo, N.D. and Norine Halaas of Wadena, Minn.

Sibli ngs a re A lexa nder, 5, and Blaine “Auggie,” 22 months.

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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.)

7:00 p.m.

6:45 p.m.

Sunday Worship .............................................................9:00 AM Sunday School ............................................................. 10:15 AM Youth Group Meets Sunday .................................5:00- 7:00PM

Pancake breakfast Sunday January 15th 10:30am to 12 noon Price $5 per person; family $15.

Sunday at 8:45 & 10:45 a.m.

HOLY TRINITY UNITED METHODIST

Proceeds will be used for church improvements

Home of Prior Lake Christian School (Preschool - 12th grade) visit us at: www.priorlakebaptist.org Join us for Worship

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m Sunday, January 1st

Join us for Family Worship

www.htumc.org 16150 Arcadia Ave SE 952-447-2990

Pastor Larry G. Kasten 952.217.1113 lzumc.pastor@frontiernet.net

(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

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

103753

Southwest 127751

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Moving Local community centers provide options for walkers, joggers who want to exercise inside

indoors

BY RICHARD CRAWFORD editor@chanvillager.com

M

innesotans are mostly a hardy bunch. They like to get outside to walk and run.

That’s not a Paul Bunyan-esque myth we’re making up.

According to surveys by American Sports Data Inc., Minnesota has more runners per capita than all but four states.

Hardcore runners like their exercise outside pretty much yearround, and many cities help by plowing trails to keep them open through the heart of winter.

But what happens to the casual, not-so-hardy exercise buffs when the weather gets really hot or really cold? Where do those not interested in a full-fledged fitness club membership go when they aren’t willing to put up with ice-covered paths or soaring heat indexes?

One option that’s easy on the pocketbook is the local community center.

There are several in the southwest suburbs that have walking/running tracks open for public use free of charge.

“Our track is utilized a lot when it’s cold or hot out,” said Chaska Park Director Tom Redman. The three-lane track has designated walking and running lanes and good window views for those who simply want to see what’s going on outside.

Redman said the Chaska track, which overlooks gym floors and a workout area, attracts regular walkers and strollers, as well as casual joggers.

About a dozen walkers took advantage of the indoor track even on a relatively mild early-January afternoon.

A lot of socializing happens among the walkers, too, which gives facility newcomers a chance to see all that the community center has to offer, Redman said.

Access to the track is also free at the Victoria Recreation Center, Shakopee Community Center and Prior Lake and Eden Prairie high schools, as well as other community facilities.

A track at the Pagel Ice Arena at Minnetonka High School is also available to the public, said Manager Greg Clough. There, however, you aren’t necessarily escaping the cold. The track temperature is near freezing, he said.

Typically, the community tracks get busier when winter hits, though this year the warm December and January weather may be keeping more people outside.

“As soon as it gets cold and the sidewalks get slippery, then it fills up,” said Bobbi Birkholz of Prior Lake-Savage Community Education.

The track at Prior Lake High School is exclusively for walkers; Mondays and Wednesdays are designated family walks for parents who want to exercise with their children or push a stroller.

So for the casual jogger or walker resolving to make 2012 a year of better fitness, local community facilities may be a good option to get on the path to success. Keep in mind, however, that in most cases the tracks are the only free amenity at community centers. Entrance to other parts of the facilities, such as locker rooms, requires daily or membership fees.

PHOTOS BY UNSIE ZUEGE

Glenn Manning is home in Victoria on break from college. He uses the Victorian Recreation Center’s track during his stay at his parents.

Above – Lisa Anderson of Chaska uses the running track at the Victoria Recreation Center while her son has hockey practice.

At left – The Holy Family boys hockey team recently uses the indoor track at the Victoria Recreation Center to warm up before heading to practice on the ice sheet below.

Area indoor tracks The following are some local facilities that have indoor tracks open to the public for little or no cost: VICTORIA RECREATION CENTER

6 p.m.; Sunday, generally noon to 8 p.m.

Address: 8475 Kochia Lane, Victoria

Info: (952) 975-8110

Walking/running track above ice rink: Free Hours: M-F 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; weekends 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; track closes early on nights with varsity hockey games.

Restrictions: 10 years or older without an adult Info: (952) 443-4255

PRIOR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Address: 7575 150th St. W., Savage Walking track around upper level of gym: Free Hours: M-Th 6 to 8 p.m.

CHASKA COMMUNITY CENTER

Restrictions: Walking only. Family walks are on Mondays and Wednesdays. Tuesdays and Thursdays no children or strollers.

Address: 1661 Park Ridge Dr., Chaska

Info: (952) 226-0080

Cushioned walking/running track: Free Hours: M-S 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

SHAKOPEE COMMUNITY CENTER

Restrictions: 15 years or older

Address: 1255 Fuller St., Shakopee

Info: (952) 448-5633

Walking/jogging track overlooking gymnasium: Free.

EDEN PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL

Hours: M-F 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Address: 17185 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie Cushioned track over basketball court: Free Hours: M-F 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, generally 8 a.m. to

Restrictions: Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult

What happens to the casual, notso-hardy exercise buffs when the weather gets really hot or really cold?

Where do those not interested in a full-fledged fitness club membership go when they aren’t willing to put up with ice-covered paths or soaring heat indexes?

Info: (952) 233-9500

LET’S GO! BEST BETS 1. ENTERTAINING ANIMALS STORY TIME Come to the library to hear stories about entertaining animals. Each week’s story time includes stories, songs and early literacy skills. All ages welcome, no registration required.

Time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 Cost: Free Location: Jordan Library, 230 Broadway St. S., Jordan Info: (952) 492-2500 or www.scott.lib.mn.us

2. PLAYFUL OTTERS, WISE OWLS STORY TIME Stories about playful otters and wise owls will help participants learn about the letter “O.” Each week’s story time includes stories, songs and early literacy skill development. All ages welcome, no registration required.

Story time at Jordan Library is all about the animals this month.

Time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 Cost: Free Location: Jordan Library, 230 Broadway St. S., Jordan Info: (952) 492-2500 or www.scott.lib.mn.us

3. POLAR ANIMALS STORY TIME It’s a winter carnival of animals this week, with stories about penguins and polar bears. Each week’s story time includes stories, songs and early literacy skills. All ages welcome, no registration required.

Time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 Cost: Free Location: Jordan Library, 230 Broadway St. S., Jordan Info: (952) 492-2500 or www.scott.lib.mn.us

HEAR ABOUT ENTERTAINING ANIMALS AT THE JORDAN LIBRARY THIS MONTH. FIND MORE LIBRARY EVENTS AT LETSGO.MN.

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You can also send an e-mail to editor@plamerican. com. Deadline is noon on the Tuesday prior to publication. For information call (952) 345-6378.

Saturday

Tuesday

JAN. 14

JAN. 17

WEEKEND FAMILY FUN: PREHISTORIC PLANTS

WINTER JACKETS READING PROGRAM

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. 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

FAMILY NATURE YOGA 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

Sunday

JAN. 15 LEARN ABOUT THE DAKOTA LANGUAGE Very few people speak the Dakota language today. Will it be spoken in the future? Dakota language teacher Joe Bendickson will explain what is being done with the Dakota language today and his thoughts about the language’s future.

Time: 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15 Cost: $2 suggested donation Location: Pond House at Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: (952) 563-8738

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. Sundays, Jan. 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

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

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

ENTERTAINING ANIMALS STORY TIME Come to the library to hear stories about entertaining animals. Each week’s story time includes stories, songs and early literacy skills. All ages welcome, no registration required.

Time: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 Cost: Free Location: Jordan Library, 230 Broadway St. S., Jordan Info: (952) 492-2500 or www.scott. lib.mn.us

Wednesday

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

An ‘Irish wake’ will be held at the Scott County Historical Society on Jan. 26. Pictured is a studio photograph from the society’s collection.

‘IRISH WAKE’ AT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

T

he “Marking Time: Rituals of Life and Death” exhibit at the Scott County Historical Society in Shakopee explores the cultural aspects of the rituals assigned to life’s benchmarks from birth to death. From 6:30-8 p.m., Jan. 26 the society will hold an “Irish Wake” including Irish music and stories. Music

provided by local Irish band the HiBs (High-Bees) featuring artists Kate and Jode Dowling on the flute and fiddle. Story-teller David Zander will regale

JAN. 18

us with tales of Irish heroes and wonders. Refreshments include samples of

MINNESOTA AND THE CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION

August 2012. Exhibit sponsored in part by a Minnesota Arts and Cultural

Irish soda bread and Guinness (for ages 21+ only). The exhibit runs through

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

THE ART OF ANNE OPHELIA DOWDEN

Upcoming

Visitors can delve into the art of renowned botanical artist Anne Ophelia Dowden (1907-2007), whose works are the subject of the “Wild Green Things” exhibit opening Jan. 18. Visitors can explore dozens of her actual sketches and paintings on loan from the University of Minnesota’s Kerlan Collection with Lucie Taylor, curator of the Dowden exhibit.

Time: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18; exhibit runs through May 2 Cost: $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422

BARK, BUDS AND A LEAF OR TWO

JAN. 19 ADULT WRITING GROUP 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

WINTER STORY TIME Relax and listen to stories as the Prior Lake Library kicks off its winter

Excellence in Dentistry

The Scott County Historical Society is located at 235 Fuller Street South, Shakopee. More info at (952) 445-0378; info@scottcountyhistory.org; or www.scottcountyhistory.org.

Learn how to identify Minnesota trees in the winter. Dress for being outdoors. Program led by Park Ranger Mara Koenig.

Time: 9-10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 20 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley

GIRLS’ HOCKEY DAY Support girls’ hockey during a day full of Prior Lake-Savage Hockey Association youth and junior varsity/ varsity games. Highlights include a silent auction, vendor booths featuring hair feathers, customized jewelry and Laker Sports apparel, and a raffle to win $250.

Time: 11:25 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 Cost: Charge for varsity games Location: Dakotah! Ice Arena, 2100 Trail of Dreams, Prior Lake Info: Kristi at (612) 382-0758

WINTER EXTRAVAGANZA Snowshoes will be available for trekking through the surrounding snow-packed trails in search of wildlife tracks. S’mores and hot chocolate will be served by the bonfire on the patio. Inside, there will be crafts, tattoos and winter games for kids. All ages are welcome.

Registration is required.

Time: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 Cost: Free

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EVENT

Heritage Legacy Grant and the Shakopee Rotary Club. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for students, free for SCHS Members.

Minnesota offered the first volunteers and Minnesota soldiers still served after most volunteers went home. See colorful images and hear stories of their service. Presenter Stephen Osman recently retired from his position as a senior historian for the Minnesota Historical Society. This 30-45 minute illustrated presentation is for teen through adult audiences. Questions and discussion will follow the presentation.

Time: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake Library, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake Info: (952) 447-3375 or www.scott. lib.mn.us

Thursday

Spotlight

Location: ELC at Community Park, 13550 Dakota Ave., Savage Info: (952) 882-2660 or cityofsavage.com

BOOK SIGNING: ‘THIS ISN’T NORMAL’ Savage author M.R. Tain opens a window in time by giving a millennial teen a look at her 1965 counterpart in the book, “This Isn’t Normal.” The signing is part of the Dakota County Library Local Author Fair.

Time: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 Cost: Free; books available for purchase Location: Dakota County Library, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley

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

WOMEN’S SNOWSHOEING Learn the story behind snowshoes and why each region developed a unique design. Strap on a pair of snowshoes for a guided hike through the snow-covered woods. Equipment is provided. For ages 18 and up.

Reservations are required; reference activity No. 124601-00.

Time: 1-2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22 Cost: $5 Location: Cleary Lake Regional Park, 18106 Texas Ave., Prior Lake Info: (763) 559-6700

TURKEY DINNER The Shakopee Knights of Columbus Home Association will sponsor a

turkey dinner with dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, rolls, dessert and beverages.

Time: 4-7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22 Cost: $10 adults, $4 ages 3-10, free for ages 2 and under Location: Shakopee Knights Event Center, 1760 Fourth Ave. E. Info: (952) 445-5555

MARKING TIME: RITUALS OF LIFE AND DEATH This Scott County Historical Society exhibit will explore the cultural aspects of the rituals we assign to life’s benchmarks from birth to death.

The exhibit will open with an “Irish wake,” which will include music, stories and more.

Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 Cost: $4 adults; $2 students; free for SCHS members Location: Scott County Historical Society, 235 Fuller St., Shakopee Info: (952) 445-0378 or info@ scottcountyhistory.org

WOMEN’S WINTER ESCAPE Are you ready to laugh until your sides hurt? Local speaker Gaye Hanson will give an empowering presentation intended to change the way you face life’s challenges and trials. The event will include shopping, door prizes, treats and hot coffee.

Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 Cost: $10 in advance; $15 at the door Location: Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake Info: (952) 226-0080; reserve spots at priorlakesavagece.com

Lake Road, Bloomington Info: minneapolisskiclub.com (must RSVP)

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

BOOK CLUB FOR SENIORS Join a book club for seniors the first Tuesday of each month. February’s book is “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” by Harriet Beecher Stowe.

Time: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3 Cost: Free Location: Club Prior, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave., Prior Lake Info: (952) 447-9783

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.

LEARN TO SKI JUMP

FISH LAKE SPORTSMENS CLUB CONTEST

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. Saturday, Jan. 28 Cost: $25 Location: Bush Lake ski jumps at Hyland Park Reserve, 8401 E. Bush

Participate in this annual fishing contest on Fish Lake and win cash prizes, plus special prizes for youth.

Time: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 Cost: $1 donation (on the ice or from club members in advance) Location: Fish Lake (off County Road 10 between Prior Lake and Lydia) Info: fishlakesportsmensclub.com

Job Opportunities with these great companies and others are advertised in CLASSIFIEDS located in the back of this newspaper Find more local JOB openings in the CLASSIFIEDS. To see your company listed here, or to place your employment ad, call 952-345-3003.

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2008 Chevy Malibu LS

2002 Chevy Trailblazer LT

2003 Ford F150 Crew XLT

2003 GMC Yukon XL 4x4

#16240A, yellow, 3.9 V6, 38,160 miles, automatic, loaded, 27 mpg

#16019A, grey, 3.8 V6, 93K, PW, PL and more, 28mpg

#5323, blue, 2.2 4 cyl, 45,000 miles, great mileage

#15746A, pewter, 4.2L V6, 112K, 4x4, one owner, PW, PS, PL

#16107A, green, 5.4L V8, 85K, priced right, 4x2 sunroof, one owner, PW, PS, PL

#16112A, white, 5.3 V8, 126,000 miles, nicely equipped, local trade, 17mpg

Was $11,995

Now $10,995

Was $15,995

Now $11,995

Was $14,995

Now $11,995

Was $10,995

Now $8,995

Was $10,995

Now $8,995

Was $10,995

Now $8,995

2007 Buick Lucerne CXL

2008 Chevy Impala LT

2006 Cadillac CTS

2001 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4

2004 Buick Rendezvous CXL

2007 Chevy HHR LT

#16013A, gold mist, 3.8 V6, 74K, leather and loaded, 28mpg

#16040A, silver, 3.5 V6, 64K, PW, PL, PS and more, 29mpg, GM Certified

#16298B, white, 2.8 V6, 56,995 miles, automatic, loaded, must see, 27mpg, 4 dr

#15786D, black, 4.0L V6, 58K, very clean, one owner

#16294A, black, 3.4 V6, 92,000 miles, leather and more, 24mpg

#16332A, silver, 2.2L 4 cyl, 43,800 miles, automatic, PW, PL

Was $14,995

Now $11,995

Was $13,995

Now $12,695

Was $14,995

Now $12,995

Was $11,995

Now $9,995

Was $10,995

Now $9,995

Now $10,995

Was $11,995

2008 Chevy Malibu Hybrid

2008 Chevy Malibu Hybrid

2010 Chevy Cobalt 2LT 4 DR 2005 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 2008 Ford Escape XLS 4WD

2004 Chevy Suburban 4x4 Z71

#5398, black, 2.4 4 cyl, 30,400 miles, aluminum wheels, and more.

#5399, gray, 2.4 4 cyl, 29,900 miles, PW, PL, aluminum wheels

#5807, black, 2.2 4 cyl, 26,900 miles, 4 dr, PW, PL, P Seat, 35mpg, GM Certified

#15545B, black, 5.3L V8, 111K, leather, sunroof, 2nd row bucket seats

Was $14,995

Now $12,995

Was $14,995

Now $12,995

Was $16,495

Now $14,195

#16037C, silver, 5.3L, V8, 101K miles, 4x4, leather, PS, PW, PL, one owner Was $15,995

Now $13,595

#15603A, gray, 2.3L 4 cyl, 25K, one owner, PW, PL, very clean Was $15,995

Now $13,995

Now $13,995

Was $14,995

2010 Chevy Cobalt LT 4 Dr

2008 Pontiac G6 GT

2010 Chevy Cobalt Coupe LT 2004 Ford F250 Super Duty

2011 HHR 1LT

2011 HHR 1LT

#5805, red, 2.2 4 cyl, 26,300 miles, PW, PL, 37mpg, GM Certified

#5799, red, 3.5 V6, 42,600 miles, automatic PW, PL, 4 dr, , 24mpg

#5857, black, 2.2 4 cyl, 26,700 miles, automatic, #16234A, white, 6.0L V8, 56K, Ext Cab, diesel, nicely equipped, 25mpg, GM Certified one owner, PW, PL, PS

#5854, white, 2.2L, 28,600 miles, 4 cyl, automatic, PW, PL, GM Certified

#5802, bronze mist, 2.2L 4 cyl, 10K miles, automatic, PW, PL, GM Certified

Was $16,495

Now $14,195

Was $16,995

Now $14,995

Was $16,495

Now $14,995

Was $16,995

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Was $16,995

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Was $16,995

Now $15,295

2008 Pontiac G6 4 Dr

2007 Pontiac G6 Convertible 2008 Pontiac G6 Convertible 2007 Buick Rendezvous FWD

2008 Trailblazer LT1 4x4

2006 Chevy Silverado Crew

#5798, silver, 3.5 V6, 43,600 miles,

#15611A, diamond white, 3.9 V6, 60,962 miles,

#5774, black,3.9 V6, 36,200 miles, leather &

#16359A, maroon, CXL, 3.5 V6, 40,300 miles,

#15302A, silver, 4.2L V6, 74,900 miles,

#16335A, silver, 5.3L V8, 63K, LT, 4x4,

Automatic, PW, PL, GM Certified

leather and loaded, 28mpg, GM Certified

loaded, GM Certified

loaded

sunroof, GM Certified

one owner, PW, PL, PS

Was $16,495

Now $14,995

Was $15,995

Now $14,995

Was $17,995

Now $15,995

Was $16,995

Now $15,895

Was $20,995

Now $18,995

Was $20,995

Now $19,995

2011 Chevy Malibu 1LT

2008 Chevy Impala LT

2010 Pontiac G6 4DR

2009 Chevy Colorado Crew 1LT 2008 Chrysler Town & Country

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew

#5876, gold, 2.4 4 cyl, 16,300 miles, PW, PL and more, , 33mpg, GM Certified

#5816, white, 3.5 V6, 26,900 miles, PW, PL P Seat, 29mpg. GM Certified

#5830, red, 2.4 cyl. 23,199 miles, nicely equipped, 4 dr, 30mpg, GM Certified

#15985A, Maroon, 3.7L, 5 cyl, 31K, one owner, #15790A, silver, 4.0 V6, 28,400 miles, leather and 4x4, PW, PL, PS, GM Certified loaded, 23mpg, LTD,

#16271A, white, 5.3 V8, 48,600 miles, SLE, Z71 and much more, must see, 19mpg.

Was $17,995

Now $16,495

Was $18,995

Now $16,895

Was $17,995

Now $16,895

Was $23,995

Now $19,995

Was $26,995

Now $21,995

Was $25,995

Now $22,995

2010 Chevy Impala LT

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL

2010 Chevy Impala LS

2008 Buick Enclave CXL

#5838, white, 3.5 V6, 13,600 miles,

#5855, blue, 3.9 V6, 55,900 miles,

#5824, white, 3.5 V6, 21,500 miles,

#15991A, silver, 3.6 V6, 65K, FWD,

#5811, black, 3.6L V6, 30,400 miles,

#5820, white diamond, 2.4 4 cyl., 9,900 miles,

PW, PL and more, GM Certified

leather and loaded, 26mpg

PW, PL, P Seat, 29mpg

leather and loaded, 24mpg,

8 passenger

auto, leather & loaded, 30MPG,

Was $18,995

Now $16,995

Was $19,995

Now $16,995

Was $18,995

Now $16,995

Was $25,995

Now $24,995

2010 Chevy Traverse AWD 1LT 2011 Buick LaCrosse CXL FWD

Was $27,795

Now $25,995

Was $28,995

Now $26,995

2010 Chevy Impala LS

2008 Buick Lucerne CXL

2010 Pontiac G6 4 Dr

2011 Chevy Equinox LTZ AWD

2009 Buick Enclave CXL

2011 Chevy Traverse 1LT AWD

#5823, silver, 3.5 V6, 14,500 miles,PW, PL,

#5841, red, 3.8 V6, 46,065 miles,

#5845, silver, 2.4 4 cyl, 17,400 miles, PW, PL

#5808, white, 3.0L V6, 33,600 miles, leather,

#16022A, silver, 13.6L V6, leather and more,

#5874, maroon, 3.6L V6, 12K, 8 passenger,

29mpg

leather and loaded, , 25mpg

and more, 4 dr, 30mpg, GM Certified

remote start, PW, PL, GM Certified

22mpgs

PW, PL, very clean

Was $19,995

Now $16,995

Was $19,995

Now $16,995

Was $18,995

Now $16,995

Was $29,995

Now $26,995

Was $28,995

Now $26,995

Was $27,995

Now $26,995

2010 Pontiac G6

2010 Chevy Malibu 1LT

2011 Chevy Malibu LT

2011 Chevy Traverse 1LT AWD

2010 Ford Edge LTD AWD

2011 Chevy Traverse 2LT

#5831, black, 2.4 4 cyl, 21,100 miles, automatic,

#5810, white, 2.4 cyl, 29,400 miles,

#5803, gray, 2.4 4 cyl, 24,300 miles,

#5863, maroon, 3.6L V6, 13,600,

#15603C, gray, 3.5L V6, 58K, loaded, leather,

#5828, white, 17,000 Miles, AWD,

PW,PL, 4 dr, 30mpg, GM Certified

PW, PL, 33mpg, GM Certified

PW, PL, great mileage, 30mpg, GM Certified

8 passenger, PW, PL

remote start, PS, heated seats

23MPG, Nicely Equipped

Was $17,995

Now $16,995

Was $17,995

Now $16,995

Was $18,995

Now $17,495

Was $28,995

Now $27,495

Was $28,995

Now $27,495

Was $29,995

Now $27,595

2011 Chevy Cruze 2LT

2011 Chevy Cruze 2LT

2010 Chevy Impala LTZ

2009 Chevy Avalanche LTZ

2009 Chevy Silverado 2500

2011 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4

#5871, light blue, 1.4 4 cyl, 17K, automatic, PW, PL and more, 36mpg, GM Certified

#5870, gold mist, 1.4 4 cyl, 9,400 miles, automatic, nicely equipped, 36mpg

#5825, silver, 3.9 6 cyl., 22,600 Miles, auto, leather & loaded, 27MPG

#16049A, black, 5.3L V8, 28,000 miles, loaded, leather, sunroof, one owner, 4x4,

#16168A, red, 6.6 Diesel, 46,600 miles, HD, Crew, LTZ, leather and loaded,

#5880, black, 5.3L V8, 13,800K, sunroof, DVD, 20” wheels, leather

Was $28,495

Now $17,995

Was $18,995

Now $17,995

Was $21,995

Now $19,695

Was $29,995

Now $28,995

Was $39,995

Now $36,995

Was $41,995

Now $39,995 219055

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Learn about kindergarten options A district-wide kindergarten options meeting will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 in the auditorium at Twin Oaks Middle School, 15860 Fish Point Road, Prior Lake.

This information meeting is for parents of students entering kindergarten this fall in the Prior Lake-Savage Area School District.

Attend St. Paul’s waffle breakfast Middle-schoolers at St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host an all-you-can-eat Belgian waffle breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 21.

Advance admission is $10 for adults and $7 for children.

Admission at the door is $11 for adults and $8 for children.

Kids age 5 and younger can eat free. Tickets are available at St. Paul’s.

Proceeds from the breakfast will help St. Paul’s middleschoolers pay for their spring trip to Washington, D.C. Call (952) 447-2117 to buy tickets or for additional information.

The breakfast will be at St. Paul’s Lutheran School, 5634 Luther Ave., Prior Lake.

SAGE parent info night is Jan. 17 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 qualifi ed 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.

A l l second- g raders cu rrently 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 fi nd directions and test-registration materials at the SAGE Academy page on the District 719 website.

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 sig n-up sheets, is at www. priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us/ hs, under “general info – seniors.”

District offers site to recycle lights 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.

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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.

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Winners of awards presented by the Prior Lake VFW gathered for a ceremony on Dec. 18. Pictured are (left to right): Alex Angelo, winner of the Voice of Democracy audio contest; Kelly McDermott, Teacher of the Year winner; Alex Wagner, third-place Patriot’s Pen essay contest; Brandon Rausch, second-place Patriot’s Pen; Denise Schmidt, contest chairperson; and Cassandra Herubin, first-place Patriot’s Pen. The Voice of Democracy contest is open to grades nine through 12; the Patriot’s Pen contest is open to those in grades six through eight.

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publicnotices 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) ORDINANCE NO. 112-01 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING PART OF THE BUILDING CODE FOR THE CITY, NAMELY, OPTIONAL CHAPTER 1306, SPECIAL FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PRIOR LAKE DOES ORDAIN THAT SECTION 401.103 1.

OF PRIOR LAKE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, PART 4, BUILDING REGULATIONS, IS HEREBY REPEALED (deleted material is lined out; new material is underlined; provisions not being amended or repealed are omitted except as necessary for context): PART 4 Building Regulations Section 401 Building Code Section 401.103 T h e C i t y o f Prior Lake may adopt by reference Appendix J (Grading) of the 2006 International Building Code. The following optional provisions identified in Section 4, SUBP. B and C are hereby adopted and incorporated as part of the building code: 1. Chapter 1306 Special Fire Protection Systems subpart 2 21. Chapter 1335 Floodproofing Regulations, Parts 1335.0600 to 1335.1200 32. Chapter J Grading Passed by the City Council of the City of Prior Lake this 3rd day of January, 2012.

ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, January 14, 2012; No. 7622) Credit River Township Board Meeting TUESDAY, January 17, 2012, 6pm Agenda Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance 1. Approve or Amend Agenda 2. Consent Agenda 1) January 3, 2012 Board Meeting Notes 3. Open Forum 4. Old Business 1) Lynn Drive, Monterey Avenue, 207th St. Road Project 5. Treasurer’s Report 6. Clerk’s Report 1) March 2012 Election 2) Set time for 2-15-12 Board of Audit Meeting 7. Adjourn (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, January 14, 2012; No. 7623)

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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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Jordan Prior Lake SCOTT COUNTY

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SERVICES Child Care Becky's Daycare: Two openings, 1+, Shakopee. Food program, licensed.

10 years experience. 952445-2908 Infant/ Toddler opening, small group. Over 10 yrs experience, 612770-5391 Licensed daycare has openings, infant-5 yrs, Mon-Thurs.

Small group, food program, no pets. 952-447-1108

Sewing TILLIE'S ALTERATION, Zippers, patches, alterations, leather, etc. 952-445-0358

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Dry Firewood: Mixed Hardwood, ½ cord 4'x12'x16”: $165, 4'x8'x16”: $120. Free delivery. 952-445-5239, Steve

Furniture Dining set: 6 black leather chairs, 78x42 walnut steel table, like new. $2800/ BO. 952403-9214

Health Supplies Diabetic test strips wanted. Most brands.

Will pay cash. Local pick up. Call Ted at 612-216-6266

Medical Equipment Companion Three Wheel Scooter. Model “Golden” $1200. Ellen 612-799-4622 Red, new.

Need

Firewood Fireplace/Fuel

FARM/GARDEN ANIMALS Pets Purebred Pomeranian.

10 month old Female.

Great w/other animals and children. Free to Good Home! 952-4474825.

Please leave message.

GARAGE SALES AUCTIONS Estate Sales Estate Sale- of Dr. Abrams, famous doctor from Prior Lake/ Shakopee area. Sat. 1/21, 9am-3pm. Sun. 1/22, 10am-3pm. Mon, 1/23, 11am-2pm. 810 1st Ave., Shakopee (old Hardware store)

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Jordan Rentals

Savage Rentals

LIGHT INDUSTRIAL Drive-In's & Docks Available Immediately Intersections of 41/ 169.

952-484-9675

2 BR duplex, lower/ upper, W/D, no pets.

3/1/12. $675-$775. 952492-6911

1BR $635, 2BR $735.

Pets ok. 952-356-0611

Shop/ warehouse space Jordan, 3,450 s.f. $5.00/ s.f. 952-492-6960

Belle Plaine Rental Large 1 BR apartment, heat/ water/ garbage included. $575/ month.

612-386-5559

Chaska Rentals 2/ 3 BR townhomes, garage included, $795 & $950. 952-448-6549 Large 2 BR Apt. Washer, Dryer, Utilities included. No smoking, $795. mo. Steve 612875-5505

Jordan Rentals RENTALS

Child

Firewood: Mixed, cut & split. 10'x5'x2' trailer load $160. Free delivery & stacking 952-2121536, Ross

Office/Commercial

Office/Commercial Office/ Business space for rent. West 2nd St., Chaska. 952-448-2577

1BR & 2BR Apts. $635. & $850.

Hardwood floors. Includes heat. No dogs, 952-201-1991 1 & 2 BR apartments, (heat, hot/cold water, garbage included) $600$675, no pets. 612-5996245

Prior Lake Rentals 2200 sf. duplex on Prior Lake. 3 BR, 2 BA, all new appliances, floors, vaulted ceilings, walk ins. 2 FP, Jacuzzi tub.

Amazing views, $2,800.

952-447-3636

LIVE AMONG FRIENDS! 55 and better Lynn Court Apartments 4350 West 124 th, Savage, MN 1 & 2 BR starting at $680 Your pet is welcome 952-894-4719

Shakopee Rentals

2 BR, quiet 4-plex. No pets, $700. 952-4963485 3 BR, 2 BA, attached double garage. Across from park. Fireplace. $1,300. 612-240-5560 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

Eden Prairie Tax & Accounting Business & Personal Tax Service

Wants to be your hometown provider of tax preparation, bookkeeping and basic accounting services.

Linda Muhlenhardt, CPA

2 BR+ Den, 2 car W/D. Utilities included, $850.

952-210-9732 2 BR, large apartment.

Quiet, non-smoking, 4plex. $755, 612-2024676

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8782 Egan Dr., (CR 42) Savage, MN 55378

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 Studio apt., $599/mth, $500 security, utilities paid.

Non-smoking.

Available. 952-457-5003 1 BR in 4-plex. $650.

Private laundry and garage. 612-750-7343 2 BR small house near downtown with garage. $875. includes utilities.

952-445-7270 Large 2 BR, heat included, off street parking, $750. 952-890-9177

www.edenprairietax.com

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(952) 895-0211 www.Immcpa.net

(952)715-6800

McDONALD TAX SERVICE, Inc. Corrine McDonald, EA Adam McDonald Scott Hansen

Individual Trust

Small Business Estates

~ Electronic Filing ~

Call or email for appt: Open 7 days/week 952-746-2350 (Shakopee location) corrine@mcdonaldtax.com Over 25 yrs of Tax Preparation www.mdconaldtax.com

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BUILDING

BUILDING

Quality Work

651-503-3038

Value & Trust!

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Savage, MN

~ PARAMOUNT REMODELING, INC. ~ Where Your Dreams Are Paramount *Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling *Distinctive Hardwood Flooring

*Lower Level Finishing *Decks & Exteriors

NO JOB TOO SMALL *** Mention this ad for a 10% discount.

Call today for a free consultation (952) 607-6726 MN Lic. 20483289, Fully Insured

MAGNUM CONSTRUCTION CO.

Over 19 Years Experience Licensed and Insured

Basements • Room Additions Complete Home Remodeling Decks/Porches

DRAPERIES

MOVING/STORAGE

Drapes, Blinds, Fabrics, Upholstery, Bedspreads.

Lakes Interiors. 38 yrs.

952-447-4655.

MOVING?

ELECTRICAL #Priority Electric Inc. Licensed- Bonded- Insured. No job too small.

952-403-9200 A Licensed Master Electrician at your service Scheffler Electric, Inc. 952-758-3561 POWERTECH Electric.

Local. Owner operated.

Licensed, insured, clean.

Rich: 952-292-8683

Big Enough To Help~Small Enough To Care

952-461-4540

www.magnumconstructioncomp.com

Highland Home Services Inc.

FLOORING

Remodeling ...Repair ... Design www.highlandhomeservices.com

30 years experience

Steve Jenness

cell 612-418-2277

fax 952-447-1211

sjenness@integraonline.com

lic#20628802

CABINETRY

Additions Remodeling Basements Porches Fireplaces Kitchens, Baths New Construction Concrete/Blockwork 952-445-6604 Free Estimates Locally owned since 1979 MN lic#4327

www.fandbconst.com

BUILDING

Builder's Edge Remodeling, Windows, Basements, Additions, Cabinets. Licensed.

952-492-3170

Decks, porches, additions, remodeling. Great ideas/ prices.

Fred Hartgerink, 952-4473733

KB Custom Cabinets Kitchens, Entertainment Centers, Bars, Built-ins Vanities, Counter Tops.

952-445-7790

CLEANING A Clean House= Big smiles.

Experienced, Responsible, References. 952-361-6237 *952-270-4659. Housecleaning, 23 yrs in business. Free estimates, Michelle.

Aliene's Clean & Shine Home Cleaning. I'm hardworking, reliable, honest, bonded. 612250-4602 Expert Cleaning: I am a hard worker, reliable, trustworthy. I use my own supplies & vacuum.

Very flexible scheduling. What works for you, works for me.

952-406-2478

ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS & CARPET Floor Installation Sanding & Refinishing Carpet, Tile & Vinyl Installation Exceptional Quality Great Service

952-440-WOOD (9663)

Duffy’s HARDWOOD FLOORS •Floor refinishing & sanding •Real wood floors •Dustless refinishing •Water damage specialists •Board patching •Custom staining •Best quality •Best pricing •Most experience in your area •Family owned, 28 years •Free Estimates

952-469-5713 952-426-2790 www.duffyshardwoodfloors.com

HEATING/AIR COND Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440

You Call - We Haul

Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates

952-758-2552

We Haul Moving New Prague

PAINT/WALLPAPER *A and K PAINTING* Schedule your Holiday & Winter painting now!

Ext/Int Paint/ Stain ~Carpentry/ Repair~ Free Estimates Ins/ Bonded

952-474-6258

PAINT/WALLPAPER

Buckets of Color

Interior/Exterior V Storm/Water Damage Textured 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 V

PLASTER/DRYWALL

Major credit cards accepted

Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor

References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes

(612)867-8287

952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell)

S.R. PAINTING: 18 yrs. exp. Insured.

Commercial/Residential.

Interior/Exterior.

Wood finishing, Enameling, Custom Texturing, Water Damage, Wallpaper Removal.

Deck Refinishing.

Quality conscious perfectionist!

Estimates/Consultation

Visa, Discover Mastercard, Amex accepted

Serving SW Metro 18 yrs. Small crew/no subs/ painting. New Const/ Basements/ Repair.

BBB Reg/Ins/Free Est. All work guaranteed Mic 612-685-0476 bestdrywallminnesota.com

ODD JOBS

Any Task... Just Ask Insured, References, Licensed #20374699

612-201-6316, bgmach3_3@hotmail.com www.handyhomerepairservice.com

PAINT/WALLPAPER Breimhorst Painting. Interior/ Exterior. Insured.

Albie: 952-261-2234 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

Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous Lic# 20632183

Why Wait Roofing LLC 952-448-3761 No wall too small

Handy Home Repair Service, Inc.

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

Best Drywall LLC

Steve Ries, 612-481-8529

kevin@hmwhome.com www.hmwhome.com

ODD JOBS

ROOFING KREUSER ROOFING, INC.

ODD JOBS Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836

PAINT/WALLPAPER

PLUMBING/SEPTIC

Offering best extended manufacturers warranty!

Tear-offs, Re-roofs, Siding & Gutters, New Construction Insurance Specialist Over 18 years experience FREE ESTIMATES Rodney Oldenburg Cell # 612-210-5267 952-443-9957 Lic. ID-20156835

Father/ son plumbing company.

Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115

SNOW REMOVAL

Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440

#1 Schieber's Outdoor Services. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445, landscapesos.com

MISC HOME SERVICES

MISC HOME SERVICES

SNOW REMOVAL 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

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Shakopee Rentals

Full-Time

3BR/ 2BR off Marshall Private patio playground remodeled, 722 Garden Ln. January $750/$800 612-325-7954

SCHEDULING MANAGER Shakopee, MN

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

REAL ESTATE Houses

Full-Time

As Scheduling Manager for Park Dental, you will play an important role in working with a doctor & his team in a fast-paced environment. You will schedule patient appointments using computerized scheduling, answer insurance & billing questions, & oversee patient account management. Req's inclu: strong computer skills, ability to multitask, strong organizational skills, excellent customer service & professionalism. Dental or Medical exp required.

Benefits included.

Park Dental is seeking the ideal team member to support our core values of Service, Excellence, Respect, Value, Integrity, Collaboration and Education to our patients.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Kathie at: kdawiedczyk@ parkdental.com Or fax to 651-636-6350.

EOE. Supervisor for Adult Foster Care Home Direct Supervision of a 4 client MI home. Review, create programs, monitor health, safety.

Experience with MI and supervisor skills. Located in Shakopee, 40 hrs/wk Contact Brett @ My Brother's Keeper (952) 496-0157

Warehouse Full-Time 3BR, 2BA, 3 car garage.

Contract for deed terms with 5% down. $177,900.

Randy Kubes, Realtor 612-599-7440 By Owner.

Custom Home, 3 ac. on MN River Valley Bluff between Carver & Jordon. h4s.weebly.com House for sale: 9875 Spring Rd, EP $298,000 952-240-8940

Lots/Acreage 90+/- Ac. Land for Development, farming or horse farm!

Owner/ Agent 612-756-1899 Farmland for Sale & Wanted. Randy Kubes, Realtor... 612-599-7440

EMPLOYMENT Full-Time

We are looking for a new member to add to our team. Candidates are expected to independently perform general warehouse operations including, picking, shipping, packaging and inventory control.

Candidates must have strong attention to detail to ensure orders and inventory are accurate.

Must be able to handle heavy lifting, work well as a team player and communicate efficiently with others.

Starting wage: $10/hr Interested candidates should fill out an application at : Total Automotive Inc. 2431 Galpin Ct Ste 110 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Ph (952)448-7750

A New Career Carver County office: Are you fun and outgoing?

Take the real estate style test and find out if a real estate career is right for you.

www.askwyn.com

WORK FROM HOME! Put your faith first, Family second with an Opportunity to earn a Great income!

952-934-4305 ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth

Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE

AUTOCAD DRAFTER Part time, temporary position. Produce CAD drawings of new and existing products. Must have knowledge of AutoCAD 2007 or later. $10.00/hr. Shakopee location near 169 and CR 83. Fax resume to 952884-1726.

Beautician & Nail Tech Openings- Busy Salon.

Commission or Rental.

FT/PT. 952-445-3300, 952-215-9904, Debi Cook, FT/PT, experience required. TJ Hooligans, Prior Lake 952447-6668

Customer Services Accounts Receivable 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

Program Counselor (Shakopee) Do you enjoy going to sporting events or community activities? Group home exp. preferred but not required.

E/O Sat/Sun 1 pm to 7pm (some 9am to 3pm).

Diabetes exp. a plus!

Driver's lic, insur. ,clean record required. Contact: Jodib@thomasallen inc.com For more openings go to: www.thomasalleninc.com AA/EOE

Wyn Ray 952-556-1750

Part-Time

Full-Time

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

Mechanic Ditch Witch of Minnesota is seeking experienced technician with formal hydraulics and electrical system training. Computer skills are a plus. Benefits include: Medical, dental, 401K, disability & uniforms. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please.

Full-Time

Full-Time

Full-Time

Full-Time

Service Writer

Sales/ Marketing Outside Sales Rep

Ditch Witch of Minnesota is seeking service writer for busy shop. Experience not required but is a plus.

Computer skills are required. Benefits include: Medical, dental, 401K, disability & uniforms. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please

Ditch Witch of Minnesota is looking for a motivated individual to fill a position supporting directional drilling customers with after market support products throughout Minnesota. Competitive compensation package, vehicle, medical, dental, 401K. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please.

NOREX is hiring full time, salary + commission, sales people to join our family-friendly, stable, and ethical team. No sales experience or IT background necessary, but a college degree and 5+ years work history preferred. Ideal candidate is personable positive and energetic, with good communication skills. Job includes 25% travel calling directly on IT leaders. To learn more about this opportunity and meet some of our staff, you are invited to an informal open house Wednesday, January 18th, at NOREX, 5505 Cottonwood Lane, Prior Lake, MN 55372.

Call 952-447-8898 to RSVP for one of two discovery sessions beginning at 6:00 pm and 6:45 pm. EOE

Order Fillers Fashion jewelry and accessories distributor located in Chanhassen currently accepting applications for energetic, detail oriented person to pull product for customer orders. Must be fluent in English and have strong numerical aptitude. Position requires standing and some lifting. 40 hrs/ week 8:30am to 5pm. Send resume to: pallar@howards jewelry.com

GREAT OPPORTUNITIES! NOREX has an opening for a Customer Service Representative to be a part of our energetic and enthusiastic team. We are seeking an individual with a strong personal commitment to high moral and ethical standards. We need a service-oriented, high energy, personable professional with a minimum 2 year college degree and 2+ years working experience.

The desire to grow into a sales position is a plus.

To learn more about this opportunity and meet some of our staff, you are invited to an informal open house Wednesday, January 18, at NOREX, 5505 Cottonwood Lane, Prior Lake, MN 55372. Call 952-447-8898 to RSVP for one of two discovery sessions beginning at 6:00pm and 6:45pm.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ARS is a growing direct marketing company located in Rogers, MN. We specialize in direct mail & are looking for hardworking, reliable people to join our team.

APEX JOB FAIR!!!

Located at the Norwood City Center 310 W Elm St., Norwood YA, MN 55368 Date: Wed, January 18, 2012 Time: 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Individuals should have: Production & assembly experience Ability to pass a basic skills evaluation High school diploma or GED equivalent required Overtime is Available!

3rd, 2nd and 1st shifts Available: $10+/hr o Production/assembly o Sanitizing o Compounding CALL 952-915-2052 WITH QUESTIONS

* Laser Operator

Set-up Mechanic: The main function of this position is to set up and operate a variety of mail room equipment, provide regular maintenance, and trouble shoot when equipment is down.

This is a great opportunity for you to join a company that is on the rise. ARS offers great benefits, and a friendly environment. You must be able to bend/twist and lift up to 70 lbs. Please fax resume and salary requirements to (763) 428-1434, apply online to robin@advanced-response.com or apply in personAdvanced Response Systems: 13175 George Weber Dr., Rogers, MN 55374.

EOE. www.advanced-response.com

TOP JOB Dining Server position Full-time and Part-time AM shifts available.

2nd Shift Class A Mold Maker

Auburn Manor

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.

in Chaska has openings for the following position: PT Dietary Aide, days and evenings available.

Please contact Lynda Harmon @ 952-697-0613 Email lharmon@the-colony.org 431 Prairie Center Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-828-9500

See our website for further details. www.auburnhomes.org EOE AAP

*Group interviews every Thursday at 4:00PM

See this & other employment ads in this week’s Classifieds

To view details and apply on-line go to: www.starkey.com Careers

SUGAR FACTORY WORKERS WANTED! Chief A Boiler Operator $24.00/hr plus day-one benefits including medical, personal time and flex $$.

Graphic Designer/Multi-Media Specialist

Nail Tech & Massage Therapist.

952-4963331 Anderson Bus Company in Prior Lake is hiring Reliable & Professional Persons to work on Special Education Routes as Driver or Attendant. Must be willing to acquire a CDL w/endorsements. 10-20 hrs per week, with potential for growth. Paid training, competitive salary,401 K, and Summers off.

For more information contact Jennifer @ andersonbus1@yahoo.com or call 952-447-4189

Come to work for the nation's leading beet sugar producer in a hands-on, equipment oriented environment. United Sugars has openings for nonunion, full time, limited duration jobs in our Chaska, MN plant. These positions work a minimum of 8 hour shifts. There is currently a union lockout in progress.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a HS Diploma or GED and have a hold a Valid Boiler operator license and pass entrance testing, drug testing and criminal background check. Preferred candidates will have manufacturing or industrial experience, be able to work in an industrial setting, have a good work ethic and communication skills.

Apply online at: www.dohertyhrdirect.com Select Applicant Login Username: unitedsugars Password: applicant Hiring Manager's Email: chaska@unitedsugars.com Equal Opportunity Employer

Full-Time

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

Starkey Laboratories, Inc. is a recognized world leader in providing the highest quality hearing technology available. If you're interested in working for a company that is dedicated to improving our customers' quality of life, consider the opportunity our team presents at our facility in Glencoe, MN. This position is responsible for building various machined pieces parts to support manufacturing and new product development.

Qualified candidate should have a 2-year AAS Degree in Tool and Die/Mold making or equivalent. 10 years total combined experience in the building, repair, or maintenance of injection molds required. Ability to operate PC with Microsoft products and proficient with CAD/CAM software. Starting hours Monday-Thursday 10 am-8:30 pm. during training period. After training, Monday-Thursday 3 pm-1:30 am.

You'll enjoy a full benefit package: Exceptional medical/dental/prescription coverage 401 (k), ESOP & life insurance Short term disability Vacation & paid holidays 4 days/10 hour shift

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/

* Set-up Mechanic

Laser Operator: The main function of this position is to set up and operate the Oce Laser printers and cutting equipment.

The excitement is building at Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel. We have an excellent opportunity for a Graphic Designer/Multi-Media Specialist. Responsibilities include develop and execute creative concepts for marketing and promotional materials. Design print advertisements, posters, backlits, signs, and collateral materials. Create billboard layouts. Output materials for media and print vendors to generate finished product.

Placement of all media. Update onsite plasma screens and daktronic boards. Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of design experience. Knowledgeable and highly skilled on a Mac platform in Adobe CS5.5; Adobe Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Experience with preparing files for printer with proficiency in 4-color process. Large format printer experience preferred but not required. Creative portfolio demonstrating proficiencies in publication design and layout. Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects in a very deadline driven environment. Excellent communications skills; ability to take a proactive approach to creative and cross-functional communication. Knowledge of Sales & Marketing principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling product and services.

We also offer an excellent benefits package: 401K, medical with flex plan, dental, life insurance, short and long term disability, on-site daycare.

To apply, please send or fax your cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Department Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel P.O. Box 420 Morton, MN 56270 1.800.WIN.CASH ext. 8106 Fax: 507.697.8112 www.jackpotjunction.com

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Part-Time

Auburn Manor in Chaska has openings for the following position: PT Dietary Aide, days and evenings available.

See our website for further details. www.auburnhomes.org EOE AAP

FLORAL DESIGNER All occasion design and retail sales at Emma Krumbee's Floral in Belle Plaine. D/N/W. Submit resume: info@emmakrumbees.com

Part-Time Busy Prior Lake 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

Hiring cashier/ customer service position. Nights/ weekends.

Flexible scheduling. Wine knowledge preferred. Crossroads Liquor. Shakopee/ Victoria 952-445-7242, 952-443-3078

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

The Lutheran Home Campus is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

• Cook • Direct Support Professionals • Home Health Aides • Homemaker • Social Worker • Nursing Assistants For additional information or to apply online, visit The Lutheran Home Association website @ www.tlha.org or call (952)873-2159 An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Part-Time

Part-Time

Citizens State Bank of Shakopee has an opening for a PT

StarTribune Newspaper Carrier Needed immediately Shakopee and Chaska, weekend & weekday routes, and PT Sat/Sun Assembly positions (no driving).

For further information see our website at;

Teller position Approx. 20 hrs/wk, including evenings and Saturdays. Banking or office experience is preferred.

Please e-mail resume to alaina.boys@ csbshakopee.com

www.Chaskadelivery.com

Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer Criminal and Credit background check performed

Le Bistro Tourville is Looking for Line Servers. Hourly wage based on experience.

Call 952-479-7397 or Come in 104 Pioneer Trail Chaska

Boats/Motors

2001, 17ft. Starcraft, 90HP, Mercury. Excellent condition. $9,000 952-890-2630 94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp.

Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or

We welcome you to submit your application to a friendly, progressive optometric office!

Optician/Technician experience preferred.

Crossroads Optometric 952-447-2020

Seasonal Positions

PT office help needed for auto accessories shop. Duties: phones, scheduling, invoicing, miscellaneous office tasks. Computer skills, ability to multi-task a MUST. Quickbooks experience preferred.

Send Resume: danielle@ autovisionsmn.com Shakopee School District is looking for part time food service workers. For full posting and directions on how to apply please visitwww.shakopee.k12.mn.us

TELEPHONE SALEScalling business owners nationwide from our Jordan office. Leads furnished. 9am-4pm. Earn up to $2000/ week. Call Vern Schwartz, 612810-8097

TRANSPORTATION

Southwest Eye Care is seeking a PT scribe/receptionist for our growing Chaska office. Duties include assisting doctors with data entry/charting, scheduling appointments, checking in patients, answering phones, insurance billing. Hours include evenings and 1 Saturday/month. Previous experience in a medical setting preferred.

E-mail resume to: info@southwesteyecare.net or Fax to 952-466-3936

2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model.

5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280

2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust.

With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142

Seasonal Positions Hydro Stream Vegas.

20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $6,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421

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.

Sales Positions

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

Motorcycles

bsehlers3242@gmail.com

HELP WANTED

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

Campers Travel Trailers

Boats/Motors

Campers Travel Trailers

2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped.

23,000K. Well-maintained.

3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264

2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer.

507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30

Boats/Motors

2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes.

New tires. 10,895 miles.

Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358

Motorcycles

2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900. or BO, NADA guide suggested $13,945.00, Jon 612730-8116

1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles!

Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172

Boats/Motors

Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter.

1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110 1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737

Sporting Goods CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282

Cars

1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft.

135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417

2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251

1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.

2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905

$$ 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

powered by Print/online package can be renewed until auto sells, all for the best deal price of $39. To place your ad, go to www.imarketplace.mn/autos or call (952) 345-3003.

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

Cars

2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680

Trucks

1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808

Trucks

1993 Ford Ranger XLT. 215M. New clutch/ battery, 4 cyl, 5 sp. $1,300.

952-426-5657, Lou

Trucks

2008 Chevrolet Silverado, 1500 Ext Cab 4X4. $10,000. More at: daverub@att.net or call, text. 612-851-6728

Sport Util Vehicles

Vans

2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 4x4, 5.4L V-8. Rear bucket seats, new motor. One owner.

Great condition, very clean. $5,199. 612-5542405

1997 Ford Conversion, 244,000 well maintained miles, HD tow package, $1,200.00 OBO, lots new, email for details scottlacher@ hotmail.com 612-2107303

Sport Util Vehicles

1999 Chevrolet Malibu, Blue 108K miles $3500 or BO call 952-496-1428

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

Have questions about advertising? Call 952-345-3003 or email classifieds@iMarketplace.mn

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2000 Chevy Silverado 4x4, regular cab, long box, am, fm, cd. A/C electric locks, windows, good tires.

142,385 $4,700 612-237-9750

2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804

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

'10 Infiniti QX56, $35,000, Black Ext on Gray Leather, 5.6L V8, low mileage, pristine condition, loaded. 612486-2566

952-345-3003

1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074

1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible.

Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling.

559-435-3751

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Now you can post an unlimited number of ads to Thriftmart, our free-ads marketplace. Go to www.imarketplace.mn/thriftmart to place your ad, or call (952) 345-3003. (A telephone surcharge applies if you call.) And now businesses can use Thriftmart, too!

2 F style mandolins in great condition. $350.

952-217-7202 27” Samsung tv works great. $25. 952-7588699 3, smaller sauce pans, cover. FlintWare, good condition, $12. 952-4474961 4, trailer wheels ST175/80D13 $40. New, $119. 612-791-4408 55 gallon aquarium complete, $250. 952451-8574 LM 5hp, Honda small engine off pressure sprayer. $50. 612-7914408 5x10 all welded dog kennel, $200. 952-2379848 7, slicing knives, various sizes. Good condition, $5. 952-447-4961 Antique, kitchen clock, $45. 952-934-2883 Baby blanket with pastel, variegated. $25.

952-496-2193 Bar stools, like new.

Top quality, 3 for $30.

952-496-2493 Bar stools, swivel, upholstered seats, $40/ 4, 952-445-6294

Black leather, Austrailian outback coat. New, $500. 952-448-9313 Brand new, black, GE. flat top stove, (31X21). $250. 952-368-9004 Briefcase, brown leather, good condition, $8. 952-937-2472 Bunk beds, blue metal twin over twin. $25. 612817-2430 Char Broil gas grill, tank, cover. Good condition, $45. 952-2401025 China, seasonal, 6pc for 12. $75. cash only. 952220-5339 Comforter, twin, dark purple, 2 coordinating sheet sets. $20. 952937-2472 Computer, flat screen monitor, wireless mouse/ keyboard, speakers. $40. 952564-0383 Couch and loveseat, hunter green, good condition, both $250. 952447-4446 Craftsman tablesaw older model, cast iron, runs good, $45. 952-4451293 Tire chains, fit 15" tires$4. 952-445-4508

End tables, cherrywood, 15 1/2"Hx201/4 "W x 201/4"D, $35. 952-2205339 Entertainment center (63LX70HX21W), excellent condition.

Was $1000. only, $150. 952368-9004 Entertainment center.

Metal glass doors for storage, $50. 952-6491026 Fax, phone, HP640.

Very good condition. $40. 952-946-9595 Fireplace, electric heater.

32"Wx11 1/2"Dx25 1/2"H $225. cash only, 952-2205339 Flour mill, almost unused, excellent quality, $300. firm. 952-4456833 Free couch, very ugly, you pickup, 952-4456294 Free loveseat, good size for dorm, 952-4456294 Free, Grandmother sized standing clock.

Needs TLC. 952-2402141 Full, double, Ikea loft bed with shelf, desk. $200. 952-403-6354

Glass top tables. 2 end, 1 cocktail. $150. b/o 952-220-5339 Hedgehog, female, 2 years old, active, with accessories. $75. 952440-5092 Hitch, trailer 2” drop e/w ball and pin. $10. 952445-4508 In out wireless thermometer new in package $30+ value. $20.

952-445-6833 Kohler Staccato brushed nickel sink grates, like new. $50.

612-210-8155 LaCrosse ladies insulated winter boots, size 9.

New, $40. 952-4613573 Leather chair, brown, Excellent condition, $280. 952-447-4446 M.A. Hadley handpainted dinnerware, Country pattern, 96 pieces, $720. 952-226-3376 Macy's Leather sofa, good condition, small patch. Free! 952-9749296 New kids Echos snowboard, 32", holds 90 lbs, $15. 651-717-5318 TV RCA, color, 20" $10. 952-445-3481

New sealed T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy, S 4G $350. 952-292-7886

Sizzix, Sidekick Red with 20 cartridges, all for $50. 952-393-3790

New, black, genuine leather, billfold. $10.

952-240-1025 Nikon CoolPix 4600 digital camera. Uses 2 AA $50. 952-200-0052

Snowboard, girls Spice black white.

133cm Snowboard, bindings, $70. 952-356-2707.

Office arm chairs padded fabric.

26 chairs, $260. 612-3087905 Plywood boards (4).

3/4" tongue & groove, 4x8. $20. 651-214-0579 Puppet Theatre with whimsical painting. 25 puppets included, $45 952-393-4790 Queen headboard, 2 nightstands, dresser, mirror. Great condition, $150. 952-496-3732 Remington 55,000 btu kerocene heater. $70. cash. 952-461-3573 Rigid air compressor wheel barrel style. Honda motor, $350. 952237-9848 Sears 27” TV with remote and rolling stand. $25. 952-303-2692 Shure ST 6008 Microphone mixer. 8 channels, used, $50. 651717-5318

White dresser and mirror, big drawers, great condition, $120. 612327-3466

Window blind 69"W 2" slats, 952-836-9360

Sofa, great shape.

Length 5.5', 3' deep. $200. 952-292-7886 Table & 4 chairs, smaller size. $40. 612-4459797 Thirty, Nickelodeon 20point passes. Valid 1/22/29; 4/15-6/1. $300.

952-445-9285 Trailer tires rims, 15”, like new. 400 miles $200. 612-868-7949 Treadmill Proform Crosswalk 495cw, $90.

U pickup, heavy. 952451-8574 LM Typewriter, electric.

Swintec 8012, $20. 952445-9797 Vexilar, FL-12, fish locator. Pro Pac II. Excellent, $325. 952-4457473 Weider, home gym.

New, assembled, never used. $86. pickup, 612719-9823 Wheelchair & walker, $180/ both, 952-4470679

ThriftMart Discovery Typewriter, electric.

Swintec 8012, $20.

952-445-9797

76"H $40.

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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.

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

AUTO SALES & SERVICE

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 MSM-only fitness or dance classes, use of teen room equipment, and leadership and team building activities.

All participants are required to obey the Y MCA 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.

HOME OF DEM•LOOOOW PRICES 08 Ford Focus SE

10 Chevy Impala

• Pwr Wind/Locks • CD Changer • Satellite Radio • Side Airbags • Alloy Wheels • Only 51M

One Owner

$

10 Toyota Corolla

Balance of Warranty

177/mo

• LE Pkg • Pwr WInd/Locks • Cruise • Keyless Entry • Side Airbags • Traction Control

One Owner

$

• LT Pkg • 3.5L V6 • Pwr Seat • Remote Start • Alloy Wheels • Spoiler $

264/mo

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$

6,990

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Students must be on the bus by 2 : 2 0 p.m. MSM wil l 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 w w w.priorla kesavagece.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, O ut do or Advent u r e s - C old Weather Style! may include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, and ice fi shing. No experience is necessa r y 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 first 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.

FAMILY T h e w a r m i n g h o u s e at Lakefront Park is open from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through F riday, 9 : 3 0 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday and noon to 8 p.m., Sunday. On school holidays the warming house will be open from 9 : 30 a.m. to 9 : 30 p.m. Concessions are available for sale. The warming house will be closed i f the actual air temp is 5 degrees below zero or colder or if the windchill is 25 degrees below zero or colder. The warming house will also be closed if the

IT'S 2012 CHEVY HERE!

SONIC

ice conditions are very poor due to weather.

Call (952) 447-9820 for more information.

CLUB PRIOR Club Prior is the adult activity center in the Prior Lake Resource Center, 16210 Eagle Creek Ave., Suite 101 for adults 55 and up Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Enjoy a free cup of coffee, play cards or games, take a class, or just enjoy the company of others. Jigsaw puzzles and the pool table are always open.

For more information, call (952) 447-9783 or visit www. cityofpriorlake.com and click on Club Prior under the Fast Finder on the right side of the home page.

Greeting cards and gift bags are for sale for 75 cents each.

Proceeds go to Club Prior’s snack fund.

Income tax session 10 :45 a . m . We d ne s d ay, Ja n . 2 5 .

Woody, who leads the AARP tax advisers will be at Club Prior to discuss changes for fi ling 2011 taxes, what information is necessary to bring to a tax appointment and answer questions.

A A R P Income Tax Help.

T rai ned A A R P volu nteers will be preparing income tax returns for people ages 55 and over as well as income-qualifying residents by appointment from Tuesday, Jan. 31 through Thursday, April 12. Call (952) 447-9783 to set up an appointment.

Tuesdays: 9 a.m. walking club, 10 a.m. free exercise class, 10 a.m. book club meetings on the first Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. re-create greeting cards and gift bags and 1 p.m. afternoon socials sponsored by McKenna Crossing on the second Tuesday of each month.

Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. cribbage or whist for all skill levels, noon to 3 p.m. health care counseling by appointment on the second Wednesday of each month and 12:30 p.m. games of 500.

Thursdays: 9:15 a.m. $3 arthritis exercise session, 9:30 a.m. dominoes, 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. knitting group, 11 a.m. to noon $3 line dance lessons and 12:30 p.m. bingo and pinochle games.

ADULT ACTIVITIES The Doug Lohman Cajun

VERANO LOYALTY MONTH

UP TO 72 MONTHS ON SLECTED MODELS

2011 CHEVY ¾ TON LONG BOX EXD CAB LT 4X4

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32,699 2012 CHEVY CRUZE ECO

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34,994 2012 CHEVY SUBURBAN ½ TON 4X4

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#15430

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18,888

LS 4DR

Was ......................... $27,414 Discount ...................... -$915 Dealer Cash ............ -$5,000 GM Loyalty ................. -$500*

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51,484 2011 CHEVY TRAVERSE AWD

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29,696 2012 BUICK LACROSSE

LT 4 DR

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20,999

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15,239 2011 CHEVY ½ TON

Was ......................... $15,489 GM Loyalty ................. -$250*

REG CAB 4X4

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20,797 2012 BUICK ENCLAVE

CXL

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#16058

43,493 2011 CHEVY IMPALA

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Was ......................... $23,379 Discount ...................... -$991 Rebate ..................... -$3,000 GM Loyalty ................. -$500*

2012 CHEVY SONIC

Nav, Sunroof, DVD, 20" Chrome Wheels

#16351

#16309

20,699 2011 CHEVY MALIBU LS

Was ......................... $21,199 GM Loyalty ................. -$500*

2011 CHEVY TAHOE4X4 LTZ

Fully Loaded!

4 DR.

#16239

“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.

P rior Lake - Savage A rea 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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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 a.m. 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.

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YOUR PRICE $

30,494

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YOUR PRICE $

39,595

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Bumper to Bumper.

5yr/100,000 mi. Powertrain.

24mos./30,000 mi. Car Care