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City seeks public’s help with city hall BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine City is seeking input from the public on the future of city hall – whether it should remain in Pine Government Center or whether the city should plan to move out and buy (or build) elsewhere. On Thursday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m., the Pine City Council will hold a special meeting in the city hall council chambers in Pine Government Center (315 Main Street S) to talk about options and hear from city engineering firm Short Elliott Hendrickson (SEH) on what the future of city hall might look like if the city government SEE CITY HALL, PAGE 16
Pine County: No retirement health insurance for commissioners BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
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A dance with dad makes it a night to remember Proud dads and delighted daughters took over the Pine City High School gymnasium on Saturday, April 21 for a big night of fun with friends and family at the annual Father Daughter Dance.
Members of the Pine County Board of Commissioners are not seeking health insurance benefits for themselves. A story in the April 19 edition of the Pine City Pioneer stated that commissioners could be eligible to receive health insurance benefits if a new plan for county retirees was put in place. This assertion was based on a misinterpretation of a county document, and was not correct. Pine County Administrator David Minke said there is no plan to pay retiree insurance for commissioners. “The county has worked over many years to negotiate retiree insurance out of labor agreements and there is no interest in paying for retiree health insurance,” Minke said. “Even under the old labor contracts I think there were limits to what the county would pay. The county does not pay anyone’s Medicare supplement. The county offers a Medicare supplement for retirees that is 100 percent at the employee’s cost. There is no county money that goes towards it, and no plan to change that.” Pine County Commissioner Josh Mohr said there SEE COUNTY, PAGE 16
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Teeman honored by Rock Creek Lions, community BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
A longtime dedicated volunteer got an early birthday surprise on April 8. At the annual senior dinner put on by the Rock Creek Lions at the Rock Creek Town Hall, Stanley Teeman was greeted by friends and family for a celebration of his 95th birthday. Teeman was there that day in his usual role of community volunteer – sitting at the front table taking tickets for the event. This kept him out of the way as family members from across the region slipped into the hall to surprise him. Since his actual birthday is in May, Teeman had no idea that something was in the works as he focused on his task. He didn’t suspect a thing until he was suddenly urged to get up to be one of the first ones to receive their dinner. “It finally dawned on me when they had me come up and eat,” Teeman said. “I normally don’t do that. I finish the tickets.” Keith Potter of the Rock Creek Lions led the packed hall full of diners in singing “Happy Birthday” to Stanley. He noted that Teeman has been volunteer-
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Teeman (second from right) was surprised to find friends and family at the Rock Creek Lions annual dinner on hand to wish him an early happy 95th birthday.
ing for at least 40 years with the Lions. He was a charter member with the club in Harris before he transferred to the Rock Creek Lions Club. “I knew Stanley had a birthday in the spring,” Potter said. “We thought, let’s
do something for him, as he’s an active member at almost 95 years old. So I thought that would be pretty great to get his family here and surprise him. We pulled it all off.” Teeman’s May 20 birthday is around
the corner, but before that he’ll be volunteering again with the Rock Creek Lions at their annual fish fry. “He’ll be alongside us and working with us,” Potter said. “We’re glad he’s here.”
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The Kirtland’s Warbler has not been seen in Minnesota for the past 150 years – but it may be in Pine County now.
Search for rare bird starts in Pine County BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Organizers hope to bring together an “army of birders” to search Pine County for a rare bird this spring, and are seeking the help and support of area birdwatchers. According to birder Jack Hauser, the elusive Kirtland’s Warbler has been seen in Minnesota just twice in the last 150 years – but if it is in Minnesota, it’s likely in Pine County. The Kirtland’s Warbler, also known as the jack pine warbler, is a small songbird with dark, bluish-brown feathers on its upper body, a yellow breast and streaked flanks. It was considered nearly extinct 50 years ago, but since then has established breeding grounds in Michigan, Wisconsin and Ontario, and is now listed as “near threatened” by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Pine County has the kind of jack pine habitat the birds choose for breeding. Hauser and other volunteers plan to form teams of three to four people, and these teams will survey the townships in Pine County
along the Wisconsin border (Nickerson, Park, New Dosey, Arna, Ogema, Clover, Crosby, Chengwatana, Pine City and Rock Creek). Hauser encourages birders to organize their own teams with friends. They will need to bring along a cell phone with a bird guide app, GPS, a notebook, and binoculars. Those surveying the area will also need a music player, or a smart phone and Bluetooth speaker to call the birds by playing male Kirtland’s Warbler songs. The song of the Kirtland’s Warbler is a series of short vocal bursts followed by a longer rising or falling note. Video and recordings of the bird’s song can be found at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=zCzOXyRzbpQ. The birders plan to survey Pine County between May 10 and June 16, with each team carrying out at least one survey per week in the hours between sunrise and 10 a.m. Those interested in taking part in the search for the Kirtland’s Warbler may contact Pat Hoglund at pathoglund@msn.com or Jack Hauser at jgshauser@ gmail.com.
At the recently completed CD8 Convention held in Barnum, Hinckley resident Tim Burkhardt received the DFL endorsement for Minnesota House of Representatives seat 11B. The11B district covers most of Pine and Kanabec counties of east central Minnesota. Chris Nissen (Mora) and Tim Burkhardt were on the ballot for possible endorsement for the seat during the March balloting convention held at Barnum High School. Following opening remarks by both candidates and a 45 minute question and answer period, the convention delegates submitted their votes for their choice for the 11B endorsement. Burkhardt was selected on the first ballot receiving just over 65 percent of the votes cast and will move to the November 2018 general election ballot for the 11B seat in Minnesota. Burkhardt is a long time (41+ years) resident of Pine County and has lived in Hinckley for over 30 years. Tim has been married to his wife Kathy for 42 years and they have raised their two children, Andy and Peter, in the Hinckley-Finlayson school district. Burkhardt retired in January of 2017 after serving for more than 18 years as the Executive Director of the Seven County Senior Federation (Mora). Previous to that he was the editor and opinion columnist for the Hinckley News, and before that worked as the Vice President of Operations for the Wisconsin Bar Brand snack food company of Pine City. Tim and Kathy originally moved to Pine City from south Minneapolis when Tim accepted the news director job at WCMP Radio after graduating from Brown College of Broadcasting in 1975.
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APRIL 26 Ruby’s Pantry The Ruby’s Pantry food distribution is the fourth Thursday of each month at the Armory in Pine City. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. and food distribution will take place Thursday, April 26, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call 320-496-3009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org.
dren’s Hospital CVCC (heart) floor on Saturday, April 28, 1-3 p.m., at the Pine City VFW. The donation will be made in honor of baby Berkley who was born with a congenital heart defect and underwent open heart surgery at 10 weeks old.
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‘Under the Sea’ Grand March
There will be cash bingo at the Pine City Senior Center from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, April 29. Call Kathy at 320-630-1359 for cost or information.
APRIL 27 Red Cross blood drive An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Friday, April 27 at FirstLight Health System, Pine City, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All those who donate from April 9 to May 13 will be entered to win a gift card to a national home improvement retailer. For an appointment to donate call the American Red Cross at 1-800733-2767 or visit redcrossblood. org.
S.A.L. French Toast Breakfast A French Toast Breakfast to benefit the Sons of the American Legion will be served Sunday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Pine City American Legion. French toast, eggs, sausage and beverages are included with the meal. Discounted tickets are available in advance at the Legion or from S.A.L. members.
Italian progressive dinner Enjoy an Italian progressive dinner to benefit A Place for You transitional shelter in Pine City on Friday, April 27 beginning at 5:30 p.m. with salad at St. John’s Lutheran Church, then lasagna at First Lutheran Church and finally dessert at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, all in Rush City. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling any of these churches.
APRIL 28 ‘Braden’s Journey’ fundraiser On Saturday, April 28, 4-8 p.m., the public is invited to “Braden’s Journey” fundraiser at the Pine City American Legion. Braden Freetly has been diagnosed with muscular dystrophy and his progressive disabilities require modifications to the family’s home. There will be food and drink, auctions, raffles, games and more. For more information or to make a donation, call 320279-1597 or email sbrytowski@ yahoo.com.
MAY 1 North Chisago Historical Society John Carlson will be the guest speaker at the North Chisago Historical Society meeting on Tuesday, May 1 at the Rushseba Town Hall at 7 p.m. John will talk about his grandfather, Willy Sandberg, who bought the Sandberg Johnson blacksmith shop in 1899 along Rush Creek in Rush City. John will show some of his grandfather’s tools and he has several photos to share. The public is invited. For more information email Ilene Olson Holmberg: ileneoh@gmail.com.
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Celebrate baseball at the library Batter up! A new season of America’s favorite pastime has begun. Kids in kindergarten through third grade are invited to the Rush City Public Library from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Saturday, April 28, for fun and learning and to celebrate all things baseball. Super Saturdays are a great way to learn and have fun with stories, games, snacks and crafts. For information, call the library at 320-358-3948, drop by the library at 240 W. 4th St. or visit www.ecrlib.org.
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser Yvette Weis and Jessica Persson are hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser and silent auction to raise awareness of congenital heart defects and money to donate to the Chil-
terian Church, 405 Main Street S., Pine City on Wednesday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Salad, bread, bars and beverages are included with a freewill offering. Call the church at 320-629-3592 for further information.
Artists are invited to submit one to four works of original art for the Pine Center for the Arts’ Black and White Show. Art will be on display May 11 through June 1 and an opening reception will be held 4-7 p.m. on Friday, May 11. All art must be dropped off at Pine Center for the Arts on Wednesday, May 9 during business hours of 3-6 p.m. or by arrangement. The deadline to submit the application is May 1. Visit pinecenter. org for cost, information and submission form.
Self-sufficient gardening On Tuesday, May 1 the public is invited to a free sustainable living class on the topic of self-sufficient gardening. Jane Burnes Leverenz and Rick Maukstad will host the open discussion at Pine City High School at 6 p.m. For information call 612-250-1282.
MAY 2 Spring Salad Luncheon There will be a Spring Salad Luncheon at the First Presby-
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Prom 2018 “Under the Sea” is Saturday, May 5. Grand March will be at 5:30 p.m. in the Pine City High School gymnasium. The public is invited to attend. Tickets are available at the high school reception area. There is no free admission with the Activity Pass. Doors will open to the public at 5 p.m. Call 320-629-4274 or email bpulju@ isd578.org with any questions.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Earth-Friendly Fair Anoka-Ramsey Community College Cambridge Campus encourages the community to attend the 8th Annual Earth-Friendly Fair, Saturday, May 5, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., in the auditorium, G202. This free event’s theme, “The Tree in Me,” features a presentation that addresses forest ecology and management, with a focus on resilience. Along with presentations and a raffle with prizes, there will be entertainment and activities such as baby farm animals and Kid Power, an interactive music and educational animal show. To learn more, visit AnokaRamsey.edu.
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Quillwork earrings workshop
PFLAG Meeting
Before trade beads, the Ojibwe primarily used quills to adorn their clothing and tools. Learn to apply porcupine quills to birch bark to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind earrings to take home at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Saturday, May 5. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided. Registration is required three days prior to workshop. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 320-532-3632 or email millelacs@mnhs.org for more information.
The next meeting of the East Central Minnesota Parents, Friends and Families of Lesbians and Gays will be held Sunday, May 6, at 4:30 p.m. at Common Ground, the Cambridge United Methodist Church, at 404 North Cypress St., Cambridge. Anyone in need of support or answers on LGBT issues is encouraged to attend. Call 320-396-3128; 320-272-0069; or 763-552-0084 with any questions; or visit ecmnpflag.org.
Barnyard Hullabaloo All ages are welcome to Barnyard Hullabaloo, complete with farm animal craft table, at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 5 at the Rush City Public Library. Connie and Jerell will bring bottle-baby goats, miniature cattle and other animals from Our Little Acres to pet, groom and learn about. This event may be canceled or postponed due to weather or other conditions. Call the library (320-3583948) on May 3 or 4 to confirm. Children must be joined by parent or caregiver.
‘Let’s Go Fishing’ fundraiser The East Central MN Chapter of “Let’s Go Fishing” is having its main fundraiser—Belgian Waffle Experience and Silent Auction—Saturday, May 5 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Main Street Church in North Branch. “All you can eat” waffles will be cooked by Dad’s Belgian Waffles and served with nine flavors of syrup, butter, sausage and beverages. Proceeds benefit “Let’s Go Fishing” which provides free boating and fishing excursions for seniors, veterans and people with special needs. For more information on the fundraiser call Rick Olseen at 612-419-8827. Contact number to schedule trips, leave a message at 651-402-5960.
The next meeting of the Pine City Area History Association will be held Sunday, May 6 at 2 p.m. in the meeting room of the Pine City Public Library. The topic will be “4-H through the years,” a look at the impact of the club on local history. The public is invited to bring items related to the topic to share. For more information call 320322-9208 or e-mail pcahistory@ gmail.com.
MAY 7 ‘Monkeewrench’ author visit PJ Tracy’s Monkeewrench series has become a must-read around the world. Meet the Minnesota author who continues to write about this coveted thriller at the Pine City Public Library at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 7. The Guilty Dead, the ninth installment of the Monkeewrench series, is anticipated to be released in fall 2018. For more information, visit www.ecrlib.org.
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MEETINGS THURSDAY 4/26 Pine City Council: 8 a.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine County LGBT: 7 p.m. Hinckley City Hall Comm. Room SUNDAY 4/29 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 4/30 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 5/1 Pine County Board: Pine City, Pine County Courthouse, 10 a.m. WEDNESDAY 5/2 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center
SENIOR DINING April 30 - May 4 Monday: Turkey tetrazzini, carrots, wheat bread, fresh fruit, sherbet Tuesday: BBQ pork on a bun, tri-tators, confetti vegetable salad, peach crisp Wednesday: Roast beef w/ horseradish, whipped potatoes w/gravy, broccoli normandy, wheat dinner roll, apple pie Thursday: Roast turkey, whipped potatoes w/gravy, cream style corn, wheat bread, cinnamon bread pudding with topping Friday: Egg salad sandwich, coleslaw, fresh fruit, eclair dessert
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A 55+ driver improvement course (four-hour refresher) will take place on Tuesday, May 8 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Pine City Elementary School – Community Ed room. Preregistration is required. For information or to register call 320-629-4030, 888-234-1294, or visit www.mnsafetycenter.org.
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When we get it wrong We need to hold our government representatives accountable for their actions. That’s a central responsibility of a newspaper. But when we are critical of those officials, it’s crucial that our criticisms are grounded in fact. In last week’s issue, we got it wrong. A Page 1 story asserted that county commissioners were looking into retirement health insurance benefits for themEditor’s selves. That was not true. his letter to the editor Soapbox onInPage 5, Pine County Commissioner Steve HalMike lan suggests that our writer “... chose to misrepresent Gainor the commissioners and threw us under the bus.” I don’t believe that’s true. Ailene Croup is a respected, award-winning journalist who takes her role seriously, and I’ve always known her as someone dedicated to the truth and to making Pine County a better place. The simple truth is that the story is based on an error, one that should have been corrected. If she – or I – had checked back with the county administrator or any of the county commissioners and asked them, “Are the Pine County commissioners trying to get health insurance benefits for themselves after they retire?” the answer would have been what you see in our Page 1 story this week – a resounding “No.” And then we wouldn’t be explaining how we got it so wrong. When we do get it wrong, we need to own up to it – be honest about what happened, why it happened, and what we’re going to do to keep that mistake from happening again. Because whatever our writers do, it’s my responsibility as editor to make sure you get true and accurate reporting from us. A fundamental rule of both science and journalism is that strong claims require strong evidence. I knew the story was making strong claims, and I should have held the story in order to make sure that the claims being made were backed up by strong evidence. Then I would have discovered that the central claim of the story was based on the misinterpretation of a document, and was just not true. I could make excuses for not doing that, but I won’t. I let deadlines and other obligations distract me from doing that part of my job. I imagine nearly all of us can remember a moment where we were accused of doing something we did not do. It’s not a great feeling, and county officials have been dealing with those kinds of accusations all week as a result of our story. I feel lousy about that, and regret the harm and hurt this caused. That said, if at some point in the future we think city or county officials are taking us down the wrong path we’re going to say so. We have plenty of real issues and real problems to be concerned about, and this newspaper is committed to giving you the real news about it so you can make up your own mind.
Stop for pedestrians in crosswalks The never-ending winter of 2017-18 appears to be ending so more of us will be out in the early morning and early evening walking and running. Drivers need to be aware of pedestrians and follow the laws regarding yielding to them. Likewise, pedestrians need to follow laws applying It’s in your to them. It seems in our court state there is far less compliance by Judge Steve vehicle drivers with laws intended to Halsey protect pedestrians than in other states. From past experience, I conclude that in California, New York and Vermont, either enforcement is stricter than in Minnesota, or drivers simply have more courtesy and respect for pedestrians than in our state. I am going to provide a brief refresher on pedestrian laws from Minnesota Safety Council: “Where traffic control signals are not in place or in operation, a driver must stop for a pedestrian crossing
within a marked crosswalk or at an intersection with no marked crosswalk. A vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk can proceed once the pedestrian has completely crossed the lane in front of the stopped vehicle. “When a vehicle is stopped at an intersection to allow pedestrians to cross the roadway, drivers of other vehicles approaching from the rear must not pass the other vehicle. “It is unlawful for the driver of a motor vehicle to proceed through a group of school children crossing a street or highway, or past a member of a school safety patrol or adult crossing guard who is directing children across the roadway and who is holding an official signal in the stop position.” Some of you may have stood at the curb in a marked crosswalk and received the universal sign of derision (middle finger) or honking and shouts of profanity from a driver. It is unfortunate that many drivers seem to think that their mission to get to their destination is so much more important than anyone else’s. I have stood at the curb of a recently-painted crosswalk in downtown Buffalo and watched as three cars in a row zoomed by me at about 40
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mph (in a 30 mph zone) and failed to stop. Likewise, jaywalkers and bikers who ignore traffic laws put themselves at risk and incur the consternation of drivers. Walk facing traffic; bike with the traffic. It is best to wear reflective attire when its sunrise or dusk or night. For all of us who share the roads and sidewalks, we should consider and take to heart the messages that MNDOT and others have been broadcasting which discourage aggressive driving, as well as texting while driving. In doing so, we can all contribute to safer highways and byways, thereby lessening the frequency of tragedy on Minnesota streets and roads. You can also avoid a traffic citation that will cost you a minimum of $110. I prefer to see you out walking or running rather than in court. Submitted by Judge Steve Halsey, Wright County District Court, chambered in Buffalo. Judge Halsey is the host of “The District Court Show” on local cable TV public access channels throughout the Tenth Judicial District. Excerpts can be viewed at WWW.QCTV.org. Go to Community and click “The District Court Show.”
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Fairview: We will continue dialogue with Rush City PRESS RELEASE
Fairview Clinics – Rush City will launch its new health care model on June 4, providing patients with convenient virtual care options paired with on-site medical support staff to help navigate their care. The transition is already in progress, with operations moving from the existing clinic space on May 31 and opening in the pharmacy space next door on June 4. Fairview continues to meet with city and community leaders and residents to evolve plans for this new model in Rush City, creating a viable way to serve health care needs in the community going forward. “We are inspired by the partnership we’ve found in Rush City as we plan this transition,” said Eric Nelson, president of Fairview’s primary care service line. “We value the relationships we have built over 20 years with the community and want to see those continue. Access to health care is an important need in many small towns and rural communities, and we are very interested in finding a way to deliver care close to home in a sustainable, meaningful way. It would be exciting if we could take this model, after it originates here in Rush City, and replicate it in other rural communities across Minnesota.” At the time of launch, the new clinic model will host three virtual care options: e-visits, telephone visits and OnCare, Fairview’s online “walk-in” platform for dozens of minor illnesses. The clinic will offer secure technology for patients to use, as well as personal attention from medical support staff to help patients navigate the care options. “We are continuing to expand our virtual capabilities throughout Fairview—to allow our providers to connect with patients
wherever they are and in ways that allow for health care to be convenient while still being high quality,” said Kim DeRoche, MD, physician chief for Fairview’s primary care service line. “In many cases, these virtual options allow the patient to communicate directly with their trusted provider. We are excited that working with the Rush City community will help us continue to explore ways to expand these options.” Fairview also plans to continue its community involvement in Rush City, including offering free youth sports physicals in the summer in the new clinic space. In addition to virtual care options, diabetes education and mammography services will continue to be available at designated times. Fairview will continue its dialogue with Rush City leaders, patients and families as the new model evolves, and will expand available services if there is sufficient volume at the clinic. Fairview Clinics – Rush City will host three open houses for patients who want to learn more about the clinic transition. Patients can stop by the current clinic location at the following times to get a demonstration of the technology and virtual care options. · Wednesday, May 16, 10 a.m. – noon · Monday, May 21, noon – 2 p.m. · Monday, May 21, 5 – 7 p.m. Fairview Clinics – Rush City providers will transition their practices to other nearby clinics beginning June 4 or sooner. When scheduling new appointments, Fairview staff will help patients determine where their provider will be on a given date. All clinic staff have retained positions with Fairview, and several will remain in Rush City under the new model.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Newspaper story simply not true
To the Editor: I have fought hard for the residents of Pine County for 11 years. Some of the things I have believed in and supported have not been what others have thought was the best for Pine County, and I have been okay with that. I think it’s healthy to have policy disagreements and open, honest discussions to resolve those issues. Now, for the first time, I feel defeated. The headline, “Should retired county commissioners get health insurance?” in the April 19 Pine City Pioneer shocked me. It probably shocked you as well. The headline and the story are simply not true. When I saw the article, I thought, wow, how did the author come up with that? I called a couple of my county board colleagues to verify my recollection of the county board meeting. We never supported retirement health insurance for commissioners. I cannot explain why the author chose to write what she wrote – perhaps her political views do not match that of the county board so she chose to misrepresent the commissioners and throw us under the bus, or perhaps she didn’t hear correctly – I choose not to speculate on her motives. I think it is important to assure Pine County residents that we are not considering adding post retirement insurance for commissioners or employees. I have spoken to the Pioneer’s editor and hope, in the future, the newspaper will accurately convey the county board proceedings. Thanks to those of you who gave me a call when they read such an outlandish story. I would much rather chat with you directly than to have coffee-shop talk spread a completely false story. Steve Hallan Pine County commissioner
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To the Editor: There have been recent Pine City Council meetings regarding the completion of the road project in the north end of Pine City, including Industrial Road and Rypkema Road. It appears that the persons doing the planning have decided that the project should only be done partially. The intent is to do the assessment and then pave only one-third of Rypkema Road and all of Industrial Road. A wise person once told me, “Once done is twice done; half done is never done.” The question I have is, why not finish paving Rypkema Road? This is a city street and is heavily traveled. There are many folks who walk this road and enjoy the pond, and the school buses travel on it twice daily during school days. Joyce Rypkema Pine City
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Anti-war talk thought seditious in 1918 BY CAROL AASER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
10 Years Ago, 2008 The Pine County Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday morning that the reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the suspected arson and burglary spree near Finlayson has been increased to $7,500. The International Arson Association has added $2,500 to the Pine County Sheriff’s Office initial reward of $5,000. Mitchell Hansmann participated in the 34th annual Minnesota Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Championship on March 30 at the Target Center in Minneapolis. He won the local contest in Pine City, the district contest in Pine City and the region contest in Aitkin, competing against other 11-year-olds from Minnesota. Mitchell is one of the top 120 free throw shooters in Minnesota. He is the son of Wayne and Jennifer Hansmann. The entry wall at Rural American Bank is currently filled with wolves, tigers and other wildlife as well as scenic images and even some of the voyageur statue. The display, which is part of the Pine City Arts Council’s “Art in the Bank” series, is from Kathy Marenchin’s work and is a combination of artistic photographs and amazingly real colored pencil drawings done on suede board.
25 Years Ago, 1993 Hollywood had nothing on Pine City’s young people last Saturday night. Silk, satin, rhinestones and lace, tuxedos and cowboy hats were all in prominent display at Prom ‘93. This year’s theme
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Jumping for a cause in 2008 More than 60 third through sixth graders jumped for more than an hour after school raising more than $2,600 to be used toward fighting America’s number one and number three killers – heart disease and stroke.
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the next level of competition. The Section 4A Tournament was held Saturday, April 17 at Humboldt High School in St. Paul. Pine City Area Learning Center student Tracie Stumne was chosen by Varitronic Systems in Minneapolis to receive a Letter of Excellence. Lettering for Excellence students were nominated by teachers and counselors at schools across the state. A committee of Minnesota educators evaluated 352 nominations, considering the students’ academic records, school and community involvement and a 500 word essay written by each of the nominees. Varitronic Systems manufactures presentation and identification products. This is the sixth year it has recognized students for their achievements. A banquet was held April 17 at the Airport Hilton in Bloomington. The demand for high quality hay in Minnesota may have exceeded supplies, said Rodney Elmstrand, educator with the Minnesota Extension Service. Hay stocks on hand on Minnesota farms on Dec. 1, 1992, were 34 percent below supplies of one year ago. All states bordering Minnesota, except Nebraska, also had supplies below last year.
50 Years Ago, 1968 After negotiations between the communications Workers of America and management of Northwestern Bell Telephone company came to a stalemate over wage demands by the union, local installers, repairmen and operators went on strike. Jean Stanton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Stanton of Pine City, has been chosen to visit Australia this summer through the American Field Service (AFS) program. Dale Vacinek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Vacinek of Pine City, was selected the Teenager Citizens Awards contest sponsored by the VFW Auxiliary.
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are seen working a piece of land. The library story hour, which has been successfully directed by Mrs. George Clem, ended Saturday. Mrs. Clem was the recipient of a beautiful vase, a gift from the children, and presented by little Arthur Smith. Just before leaving for their homes, a group photo was taken by Woodrow Johnson. On Saturday, April 17, Miss Bette F. Gray, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Wheeler of St. Paul, became the bride of Mr. Ed Peterson.
100 Years Ago, 1918 W. W. Clark recently marketed a hog which, so far as we know, beats the record for this locality. The animal was a pure bred Yorkshire, weighed 690 pounds, alive, and brought over $105 on the South St. Paul market where it was shipped. A resident of Sandstone was arrested yesterday and charged with seditious utterances under the state law and was taken before Justice Russell and entered a plea of guilty. The language charged was uttered when John Richards approached the accused to buy a Liberty Bond. The accused flared up and said in substance that the war was wrong and a lot of other rot that is not true and is absolutely seditious under these circumstances. This kind of talk is dangerous to Our Country and must be stopped at any cost.
125 Years Ago, 1893 George Kick’s team was the cause of a little excitement Tuesday morning of this week, by taking a little run around town and finally bringing up in a ditch on the Rock Creek Road near O. Wilcox’s farm. No damage was done except one horse being cut a little bit. The North bound limited due here at 4:28 got stuck in a bank of clay in the deep cut just south of this place and was delayed over an hour, the down limited came in and the passengers were transferred and each train turned round and went back to their starting points. In another column of this paper you will see where the board of health forbids rubbish to be dumped inside the city limits, but nevertheless the rubbish is being hauled across the river and dumped in front of Ole Gilberts’ residence.
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Helen M. Nordrum Helen Nordrum of Pine City passed away Thursday, April 5, 2018, at the Burnett County Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg, Wisconsin at the age of 83. Helen Marie was born Sept. 6, 1934, to Walter and Ida (Pangerl) Josewsky in Pine City. After graduating from Pine City High School in 1951, Helen went to work at the First National Bank of Pine City. On Sept. 10, 1955, Helen was married to Omar Nordrum and made their home on a dairy farm east of Pine City. Helen and Omar raised seven children which kept her very busy in the days of wringer washers and cooking meals from scratch. She also kept a very large garden, canning hundreds of jars of vegetables and fruits. Helen really enjoyed caring for and milking the cows. Her passion for dairy cattle was shown by keeping meticulous health and breeding records. When Omar had a significant stroke in 1985, her focus changed to being his primary caregiver and also remained active on the farm. In 1988, Helen was elected clerk of the Pine City Township where she served until her retirement in 1998. Over the years, many relatives, friends and neighbors came to her kitchen table where there was always a cup of coffee and a treat for all. While being an excellent cook, her real specialty was baking. She is especially remembered for her homemade bread and caramel rolls, plus her special Christmas cookies and candies. Her life was centered around a deep care and concern for her many friends and family, always remembering birthdays and anniversaries with cards and phone calls. She will be greatly missed. Helen is preceded in death by her loving husband Omar Nordrum; parents Walter and Ida Josewsky; infant daughter; siblings: Betty (Raymond) Mans and Marjorie (Victor) Clementson. Helen is survived by her children: Mark (Barbara)
Nordrum and Glen Nordrum all of Pine City, Sharon Luedtke and James Skuldt of Granstburg, Wisconsin, David (Peggy) Nordrum of Pine City, Kathy (Ron) Freese of Hayward, Wisconsin, Wayne Nordrum and Douglas Nordrum, both of Pine City; grandchildren: Pam (Mathew) McCormick, Jennifer Amundsen, Jeannine (Dan) Budnick, Ron (Kimberly) Feit, Zachary (Cheryl) Freese, Melissa Luedtke and Bryan Thalin, Travis (Lauren) Freese, Jonathan Nordrum, Karina Nordrum and Laura Nordrum; great-grandchildren: Ayla, Alex, Brooklyn, Jake, Natalie, Tyler, Talon, Luke, Aiden, Madelyn, Spencer and Dylan; sister Lucille (Ted) Surdy of Grasston; many other relatives and friends. Reverend Fred Hanson officiated funeral services for Helen on Thursday, April 12 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Pine City. A time of visitation and reviewal was held Wednesday evening at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City and also one hour prior to the service at the church. The interment was in the Milburn Cemetery east of Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
Michael Reiser Michael Reiser of Isanti passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis at the age of 65. Mike was raised on the family farm just east of B Beroun, Minnesota. H He started his early e education in a one room sschool house near his h home and graduated fr from Pine City High S School in 1970. Mike a attended one year of c college in Grand Rapid ids, Minnesota before e enlisting in the United S States Marine Corps in July of 1971. In 1974, a after his Honorable d discharge from the
Marines, he met his future wife Shari Legacie. Mike and Shari were married March 8, 1980, and together they made their family home in Isanti, Minnesota. In 1981, Mike became a father when his one and only daughter Jennifer was born. Mike loved his family and his family life. After the service he worked as a balancer and welder for 12 years at Barry Blower before he started his 30+ year career in the elevator trade. He loved his job working for Schindler Elevator and always joked about how far life had brought him from being “a dumb old farm boy.” He enjoyed years of fishing trips, camping with family and friends, golf, 4-wheeling, card playing/ poker nights, vacations to resorts in Mexico and many adventures in Costa Rica with his daughter and her family. Mike was always easy going, the practical joker and instigator of so many family memories. Mike lived by his motto “Life is good.” He will be dearly missed and never forgotten. Michael was preceded in death by his mother Adeline Reiser. Michael is survived by his wife Shari Reiser of Isanti; daughter Jennifer (Erik) Espinoza of Elko; father Roy Reiser of Beroun; siblings: LeeRoy (Vicki) Reiser of West Concord, Dwayne “Whitey” (Margaret) Reiser of Anoka, Bruce (Erica) Reiser of Hugo and AnnMarie Reiser of Beroun; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Deacon Gene Biever officiated Memorial services for Michael on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the Swanson Chapel in Pine City. Interment took place at St. Joseph’s Calvary Cemetery, Beroun with Military Honors provided by the Heath-Perkins American Legion Post #51, Novak-Milliren VFW Post #4258 and the United States Marine Corps. Memorials may be directed to: Majestic Hills Ranch Foundation, 24580 Dakota Avenue, Lakeville, Minnesota 55044-8206. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com. SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 13
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815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study. Contact: Greg Douvier 320-420-1302
402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030 wwåw.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am
Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday Worship Service 11am Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.
Pastor Jeremy Langmade Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.
625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Nursery (infant-3yrs) all morning Wednesdays: AWANA (Sept-Apr) 6 p.m.; Frontline (Youth Group), Jr & Sr High 6:00 p.m. Phone: 320-629-2584 Email: office@pcefc.com, www.pcefc. com
Dale Evangelical Free Church 45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris, MN 763-689-5817 Pastor/Teacher Dr. Harvey Martin Sunday School, all ages 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:25 am www.daleefc.com Awana, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm Youth, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm
First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 10:00 a.m. Sunday School-all ages, No Sunday School-June-August 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration Wednesday @ 6:15 p.m. Youth Group
Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service. 7:30 p.m. Wed. Bible study, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Master Clubs for children ages 4 to 6th grade.
Hands for Pine City Outreach Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St. SE P.O. Box 164 Sunday NIGHTS 5-6PM Pastors Julie & Brad Samuelson 320-496-3009 Hands4PC@gmail.com Facebook fan page: Hands for Pine City Existing to be the hands of Jesus to Pine City
Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107 • 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9:00a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.
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Non-denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln. Pastor Bruce Thompson 320-225-9231 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.
915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities.
Open Arms Church of God Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30pm, Sunday 9:15-9:45am
Journey North Church Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist 550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m. Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.
Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com
406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday services: 8 and 9:30 a.m. Coffee and fellowship between services Sunday school is at 9:30 Sundays. Peace Cafe Sundays after 9:30 a.m. worship Thursday service: 5:30 p.m. Children of Joy Preschool: Monday - Friday
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.
South Pine Baptist Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room 300 5th St SE, Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m. (Call for location) www.southpinebaptist.org
Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m. Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683
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Locals named winners at IMAGE Art Show 2018
AROUND THE TOWN AT THE 2018 IMAGE ART SHOW
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It seems like springtime has finally arrived, and not a moment too soon. What is your favorite thing about spring?
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The IMAGE Art Show is an annual event open to any artist residing in Region 7E (the Minnesota counties of Chisago, Kanabec, Isanti, Mille Lacs and Pine.) The Art Show and the awards honor some of the finest art in the area. The judges for the show were Brandon Kuehn and Julie Crabtree. They both have a wide range of artistic skills and art show judging experience. The curator of the show was Bethany Whitehead; she has curated over 30 shows. The East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) is proud to honor the award winners of the 31st annual IMAGE Art Show which opened Saturday, April 21. A total of 165 artists from the East Central Minnesota region entered this year’s IMAGE Art Show and over 350 people attended the opening event which was held at the ECRAC offices in Braham. The two Judge’s Choice (Best of Show) Awards went to Carl Long of Ogilvie for “On the Edge of Time” and Jana Merten of North Branch for “Unicapricorn.” There were also ten Excellence Awards (1st Place) and ten Merit Awards (2nd Place). 2018 Artistic Excellence Awards: David Baker, Sandstone; Gary Carlson, Rush City; Kendra Elyse Douglas, Shafer; Mike Gainor, Pine City; Nancy Hau-
gen, Princeton; Charles Jokinen, Rush City; Mike Menasco, North Branch; David Spohn, Lindstrom; Richard Vincent, North Branch; and Susan Zimmerman, Sandstone. 2018 Artistic Merit Awards: Karrie Anderson, Milaca; Carolyn Cagle, Stacy; Nathan Hager, Isanti; Dale Hawkins, Mora; Yvonne Herrmann, Foreston; Don Kaddatz, Mora; Jim Larson, Milaca; Joy Paulzine, Dalbo; Katherine Salverda, Stacy; and James Sullivan, Cambridge. Purchase Awards were also made and announced during the show opening. ECRAC purchased five works of art which now become part of the Council’s permanent collection of artwork. 2018 Purchase Awards: Mary Ann Carlson, Rush City; Kendra Elyse Douglas, Shafer; Cindy Fuerstenberg, Pine City; Don Kaddatz, Mora; and Susan Zimmerman, Sandstone
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According to ECRAC Executive Director Mary Minnick-Daniels “The IMAGE Art Show keeps improving every year. It is an incredibly vibrant art exhibit and a true celebration of all of the wonderful artists that entered.” IMAGE will be open weekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through April 27. ECRAC is located at 112 Main Avenue South in Braham. There is no charge to attend. People’s Choice Award votes will be accepted from all attendees through the end of the show and will be announced on April 28. This art exhibition was made possible by The McKnight Foundation and also by the voters of Minnesota thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Legacy Fund. Thanks also to all that came to support the artists and their work at the 31st Annual IMAGE Art Show.
These are the Dragon’s senior leaders: Jared Kotek, Beau Steele and Jonah Bergstrom. These gentlemen have done an incredible job of leading the Dragon tennis squad at the beginning of the season, whether it’s been shoveling off the courts or leading the way at practices. Their positive attitudes, energy and great work ethic are very infectious for all the boys and the coaching staff. Good luck to all the Dragons this spring!
A growing problem that is costing farmers more money each year is herbicide resistant weeds. The primary driver for resistant weeds comes from the repeated use of the same herbicide with the same mode of action year after year.
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“My favorite thing about spring is: no snow. My dog does not agree. My dog likes the snow.” Dee Kotaska, Mora
“I like wearing flipflops. That’s my favorite. My feet are free.” Terri Huro-Torgerson, Mora
“The spring wildflowers. One of my favorite things is wildflower photography.” Don Kaddatz, Kanabec County
“This year, my favorite thing about spring is … it’s not winter anymore.” Carole Bersin, Sandstone
“Not having to wait for it.” Ben Andersen Chisago County
Scout for herbicide resistant weeds BY SHANE BLAIR MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
JARED KOTEK, BEAU STEELE & JONAH BERGSTROM
“I’m a beekeeper, and it’s just exciting for me to go out midday once it hits about 45 degrees to see those little bees coming out and roaming around and getting ready to gather nectar.” Barb Dreyer Grasston
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What can be done? Scouting for herbicide resistant weeds throughout the growing season and even when harvest time comes around can be very beneficial. The earlier the detection, the more time there is allotted to eliminate the plant or patch by mowing, hand removal, and/ or herbicide application before the plant(s) produces seed. Scouting for these weeds and defining where and who the “escapees” are can help determine what formulation of herbicide to use or what could be used next season. If seed from an herbicide resistant weed is allowed to be produced, the potential for resistance is greater the next generation. Roger Becker, a weed scientist at the University of Minnesota informs landowners that, “it is a much easier task to control resistant weeds early on in the invasion process before the seed bank
has a chance to buildup, creating the potential for a high population expressing in subsequent crops, and ensure several years of effort to manage the problem due to seed dormancy.” He also mentions that, “managers should rotate different modes of action for the herbicides that they use.” How does a person identify an herbicide resistant weed in the field? There is no definitive way to positively identify a resistant plant in the field but there can be a greater suspicion, especially if targeted chemical controls are not effectively managing a plant population. If there is a suspicion, plant samples can be taken and brought to a lab to be tested. Jeff Gunsolus, another University of Minnesota weed scientist, says that, “there are lab-based diagnostic tests available for one mechanism of glyphosate resistance and one of two known
mutations for resistance to PPO herbicides (e.g. Cobra and Flexstar). These are useful tests but unfortunately, a negative test for resistance does not guarantee that resistance due to another resistance mechanism isn’t possible. The much more extensive and labor intensive weed grow outs and multiple rate applications are still the best way to determine resistance. Hence most farmers and consultants rely on past precedent and in-field symptoms.” One thing is for sure, no plant can be identified or differentiated for herbicide resistance with the naked eye in the field. Drones are being used in some parts of the country to look for these herbicide resistant plants, but they still have to be groundtruthed and laboratory tested to positively show herbicide resistance.
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The annual Snake River Canoe Race draws hundreds of canoeists and kayakers (photo from 2017).
Snake River Canoe Race ahead —spring or no spring STAFF REPORT NEWS@MORAMINN.COM
Hundreds of canoeists from throughout Minnesota and as far away as Tennessee, will be in Mora May 5 for the 28th annual Snake River canoe race. The race, Minnesota’s largest, begins at 9:30 a.m. north of Mora at the County Road 3 Bridge east of Highway 65. Paddlers will finish in Mora just to the west of the Kanabec County History Center. Upwards of 200 canoes are expected to be on the river that morning. Buses and trailers are provided by the race to transport participants and their canoes from the parking area at the Kanabec History Center near the finish
line to the race start from 7-8:30 a.m. Persons may choose to enter in the citizen aluminum or non-aluminum race class, or choose between Open Racing, Pro-Boat, Solo, or Kayak classes. Water levels in the Snake River watershed rise and fall rapidly due to its small watershed and up-to-date water levels, along with online registration are posted at www.snakerivercanoerace.org. The race is part of the Mora Classic Series that includes the Mora Half-Marathon in August, the Mora Bike Tour in September and the Mora Vasaloppet Cross-Country Ski Race in February. Classic Series information can be found at www.moraclassicseries.org.
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Dragon tennis play gets underway BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Although the Dragons boys tennis team has seemingly spent more time this season shoveling the courts off than playing on them, the team’s season of competitions finally got underway on Thursday, April 19. The outcome was worth the wait as the squad responded with a nice win over visiting Benson. “The boys had shoveled off the courts four times this spring,” said coach Richard Engelstad. “I am hoping that Old Man Winter has decided he has had enough. Today, we were blessed with great weather.” PINE CITY 6, BENSON 1 Benson is a Section 6A foe, so this was an important win for the Dragons. This match was supposed to be played in St. Cloud, but they had even more snow on their courts, so Benson agreed to play in Pine City, which was a three hour trip for the visiting Braves. “For our first time out I was very pleased,” added Engelstad. “It gives you a different perspective when you are able to see them out on the court competing against other teams. It also brings out a slew of different emotions for these kids. Fun to see, and I thought they did a great job of handling themselves on the court. A great first step.” Pine City has a very experienced group back with eight of last year’s starters returning. That experience was on display here as the Dragons took care of business in every match except at first singles. Jared Kotek got a nice win (6-1, 6-1) at second singles, Tanner Wicktor cruised (6-1, 6-1) at third singles and Nate Webster was locked-in (6-0, 6-0) at fourth singles. The doubles teams were equally impressive, earning a clean sweep in all doubles play. Jonah Bergstrom and Alex Laven took care of business (6-1, 6-0) at first singles. At second singles, it was Dusty Bergstrom and Jake Adams cruising to victory (6-0, 6-0). At third singles, Beau Steele and Peyton Smetana also
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The team’s season of competitions finally got underway on Thursday, April 19 with an important win over visiting Benson, a Section 6A foe.
earned an impressive win (6-2, 6-0). Not wasting any time in getting in another set of matches, the Dragons hosted the Pine City Invite on Saturday, April 21 and welcomed teams from Mounds View, Virginia, Schaeffer Academy (Rochester), Eveleth-Gilbert, Mora and Big Lake. It was a beautiful spring day and clear to see the athletes were soaking in the moment. “A glorious day for tennis,” said Engelstad. “A couple highly ranked teams in class AA (Mounds View) and Class A (Virginia) were participants in our tournament. We finished in second place; a great showing for the boys. It is early, and our goal is to work on improving each and every time we are on the court. The boys accomplished that today. We will keep working on adding to our skill set. Mounds View, 42 points, came away in first place and Virginia took third. For the Dragons, Parker Sell went 1-2 on the day at first singles while Kotek went 2-1
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and finished second at second singles. Pine City won consolation at both third and fourth singles as both Wicktor and Webster finished 2-1 on the day. At first doubles, Jonah Bergstrom and Laven earned a second place finish with a 2-1 record. Dusty Bergstrom and Adams also went 2-1 at second doubles, good for a third place finish. Steele and Smetana went 3-0 and were third doubles champions. At fourth doubles Jan Zahradka and Sully Lucht went 2-1 and took second. The Dragons also had a few other participants as they filled some open spots for a team. Caleb Stumne went 1-2 on the day at fourth singles and Derek Clementson and Jared Carpenter went 2-1 at fourth doubles and won consolation. Pine City has a busy week upcoming with trips to Hermantown, St. Cloud Cathedral and Hibbing on the docket. The team also hopes to host Becker on Thursday, April 26, weather permitting.
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Baseball, softball, golf teams ready and raring to go BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Result: Despite early season weather postponements, area teams are ready to get going. Where/When: Softball to host Proctor on Thursday, April 26, baseball to travel to Mora and Onamia on Saturday, April 28, golf hopes to get outside soon. What happened: After multiple sizeable snowfalls this spring, area teams have had to deal with many event cancellations and postponements. Coaches have had to get creative to help their athletes prepare for the spring season, so when things finally dry out, the players are ready. “We are hoping to find our way outside sometime next week,” said golf coach Adam Jensen. “We have been using a simulator in the seventh grade commons. This is a new addition to our program this year and has made the time inside as beneficial as possible. Our varsity girls have their first meet on Wednesday in Milaca. This will be their first time on a course this year, so we will be looking at it as a great opportunity to get outside and play some golf. We are hoping to keep all of our scheduled meets for next week and get our year back on track.” Baseball and softball teams have also done whatever possible to prepare despite a lack of time outside. What it means: Play in these sports may be a bit sloppy this spring due to lack of appropriate practice time, but everyone is happy that winter is finally over and the seasons can begin. Up next: Let’s play ball! MIKE GAINOR | THE PIONEER
In spite of poor weather conditions, golf, softball and baseball have been doing their best to get ready by practicing indoors.
Track teams compete at Foley Invite BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Competing at their third indoor meet of the season, the Pine City Dragons track teams earned some valuable experience at the Foley Invite on Friday, April 20. Pine City’s girls placed seventh out of 10 teams competing while the boys placed ninth out of 10. “Our teams competed to the best of their abilities at this time,” explained Dragons head coach Jared Clementson. “This meet showed us that we still have a ways to getting to where we want to be by the end of the season. We normally would put a line up together to score as many points as possible, however, we decided to just get as many people into the line up to get experience and see where everyone was at.” The Dragons had a total of 12 girls score points in the meet, and actually scored half of their points in just one race, the 800m. Alaina Steele came from behind to win the 800m run in a time of 2:32.59. Her teammates Grace Grubbs (2:43.65) and Lydia Adams (2:44.19) finished in sixth and seventh to score a total of 15 points. The Dragons boys were without their top point-scorer, Brandon Haskovec, due to a family function. Austin Eckert stepped up as the top performer and won the only event on the boys’ side. Eckert came from behind to win the 800m in a time of 2:12.51. Eckert also joined up with Logan Vinaja, Nate Webster and Tommy Ryan to place second in the 4x800m relay with a season best time of
8:55.78. Tryston West placed third in the 400m (56.78) dash, edging out the fourth place finisher by 0.01 seconds. The Dragons got meaningful contributions from many other athletes. Ellaina Johnson placed fifth in the 200m dash with a season best time of 28.96. The girls 4x400m relay team of Grace Langmade, Grubbs, Adams and Steele placed fifth in a time of 4:37.80. The girls 4x800m relay team of Foss, Ashli Webster, Meaghan Macho and Langmade placed sixth in a time of 11:12.96. Dorothy Miller placed seventh in the triple jump (28’ 11.75”), Alexis Pankonin got seventh in the shot put (31’ 7”), and Maddy Graham and Allyson Chromey tied for seventh in high jump (6’ 0”). Other notable boys finishers included Dawson Clifford, who placed fifth in the pole vault with a personal best height of 11’ 0” and Tucker Dalen, who tied for fifth in the high jump (5’ 4”). Tommy Ryan placed eighth in the 1600m (5:00.32). The boys 4x200m relay team of Jason Thieman, West, Clifford and Adam Archambault placed eighth in a time of 1:44.91. The boys 4x400m relay team of Eckert, TJ Rank, Logan Vinaja and George Ausmus placed eighth in a time of 3:58.48. “Even though we didn’t do the best in the team scores,” said Clementson, “we did have a lot of positive things happen. We are looking forward to finally having our first week of practice on the track and hosting the Chengwatana Invitational.” Clementson invited the public out to support the athletes at this home meet, which begins on Friday, April 27 at 3:45 p.m.
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Local Community Supported Agriculture farmers are now accepting contracts for the 2018 growing season. CSA memberships offer many benefits, including subscriptions to healthy foods, bulk discounts, the ability to connect with a local farmer and the opportunity to directly support an agricultural business. One local farmer is Rye Carlson who has a farm, called “Fresh Starts Farm” located west of Mora that offers CSA shares. He grows four acres of vegetables, 350 laying hens and 40 pasture-raised hogs. Carlson gained an interest in growing vegetables as a Kanabec County 4-H Club vegetable project member. He got inspired to start a CSA after taking an environmental justice class in college and from working on an organic vegetable farm. Like other CSA farmers, Carlson offers contract shares – essentially a food subscription – consisting of a full or half box of produce. Many CSAs offer shares that can range in times from one month to a full season. Some, like Carlson, also offer meat or egg shares that can be included in produce delivery. Carlson said that participating in a CSA is a way to benefit from and to invest in locally grown and super healthy vegetables, meat and eggs. It is also a way to support local producers who raise chemical-free and ethically produced food. It is a chance to develop a relationship with the farmer and to visit the farm to see how their food is produced. “You can be assured that it is the best quality produce that you can get compared to the produce aisle,” he added. “Generally, the only complaint is that they get too much.” CSA farms deliver member shares to a drop site, where members can pick it up. For Carlson, vegetables and eggs are brought to specific delivery sites in Mora, Cambridge and Duluth. Customers pick up their box on a particular day each week or every other week within certain hours. Local customers pick up their share(s) from a walk-in cooler at the farm on Thursdays or Saturdays from late afternoon to evening. Pork shares are delivered free at an agreed upon location and hour to ensure packages do not thaw. Speaking of thaw, the late spring has put Carlson and others behind schedule. Carlson starts his vegetables from seed in one of his four hoop houses that he heats with wood. The later that the season gets will mean that he will have to transplant seedlings into larger pots and keep them in the greenhouse longer. So, he will have larger transplants to put into the ground compared to other years. “This year everything will be behind,” he said. Carlson grows vegetables using no-till techniques in permanent beds in which specific crops are rotated from year to year. Compost is applied to increase the soil fertility and organic matter. He minimizes tillage to avoid turning up weed seed. He just aerates the soil with a broad fork. Bunker cover black plastic is used to heat up the soil, smother weeds and keep off some of the spring rains before planting. Trickle irrigation is used to water the crops during the summer. Most crops are started in the greenhouse and transplanted into the garden. Carrots, mixed lettuce and spinach are direct seeded. After doing this for two years Carlson said that he is more excited about doing this now than before he started. He has plans to expand an apple orchard that was started last season with grant funds and to begin raising organic grain this year. Soon he hopes to start regenerating his fields by rotationally grazing cattle. Diversity is what he sees in healthy ecosystems, so that is what he wants to work toward on his farm.
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Roberta Koskela
Roberta Koskela was born Feb. 19, 1936, to Edward and Roberta (Veeder) Guishard in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. After graduating from high school, she met Kenneth Koskela while he was on leave from the United States Air Force. They were married March 31, 1956. The couple lived for a time at Wolf Lake, Minnesota, and later in California before returning to Minnesota and settling in the north metro area. In 1969, Kenny and Bobbi bought their farm near Sunrise, Minnesota, and moved there with their sons, Gary and Jeffrey. Bobbi assisted with the farm chores and was in charge of washing the milking equipment. For many years she also worked at North Branch Elementary School, starting as a teacher’s aide in the second grade and later as a library assistant. Kenny and Bobbi were members of Sunrise Bible Church, where Bobbi was active as a Bible school teacher, nursery worker, kitchen helper, providing transportation for children and in many other capacities. The couple also attended Faith Baptist Church in Stacy. They sold their farm about fifteen years ago and moved to rural Pine City, where they made many new friends, attended South Pine Baptist Church and where Bobbi worked as a substitute teacher’s aide. After retiring from farming, the Koskelas enjoyed many road trips near and far, covering much of northern Minnesota and several trips to Arizona, Montana and Alaska. The highlight of Bobbi’s travels was probably the day she reeled in (with help from her son Gary) a 70-pound king salmon off the coast of Alaska. Throughout their retirement years the couple enjoyed many Saturday night Gospel music concerts at First Presbyterian Church in Hinckley. Bobbi’s love of Gospel music and the word of God brought her much comfort and encouragement in later years when her mobility declined. After Kenny’s death a year ago, Bobbi moved to Bickford Assisted Living in North Branch, where she endeared herself to the staff and fellow residents. She passed away there on April 14, 2018, with her son Gary by her side. She was 82 years old. She is preceded in death by her parents Edward and Roberta Guishard; husband Ken Koskela; son Steven Koskela. Bobbi is survived by her sons Gary (Terri) Koske-
la of Palmer, Alaska, and Jeffrey (Wade) Koskela of North Charlotte, South Carolina; three grandchildren: Heather Koskela, Jennifer Koskela and Jonathan Koskela, all of Anchorage, Alaska; one great-grandson, Michael Koskela of Anchorage, Alaska; brother Edward Guishard of Arizona; sisters Marilyn (Baret) Bellerud of Apache Junction, Arizona and Virginia (Lloyd) Mady of Hutchinson; many nieces and nephews. She is also missed by a large family of brothers and sisters in Christ from the Sunrise and Pine City areas. Pastors David Stertz and Jim Rockensock officiated at funeral services for Bobbi at 11 a.m, Monday, April 23 at Sunrise Bible Church, Sunrise. A time of visitation and reviewal was held one hour prior to the service at the church. The interment took place in Sunrise Cemetery, Sunrise. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Rush City – Olson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
Lillian E. Cady Lillian Cady of Rock Creek died Monday, April 16, 2018, at Fairview Lakes Medical Center in Wyoming at the age of 93. Lillian Elizabeth was born Jan. 2, 1925, to John and Henrietta Bruhn in the Villard, Minnesota hospital. Her childhood was spent on the family farm and she enjoyed the outdoor chores the best. While working with her father during haying season, her father would keep life exciting on the hay wagon by occasionally throwing a snake Lillian’s way. After high school graduation Lillian moved to Minneapolis and worked as a secretary. In 1948, while attending a dance with friends, she met her future husband Donald. On June 11, 1949, Lillian and Donald Cady were married. Together they raised five children; their home was always busy and noisy. Lillian devoted herself to her children as a stay at home mom and homemaker. As careers go, this was a job she excelled in; always patient, gentle, soft spoken and a true artist of time management to their five very energetic children. God gave us his best in all she was and she will be dearly missed. Lillian is preceded in death by her husband Donald, parents John and Henrietta Bruhn, sisters Marlys Bervin, Mildred Sandeau, Edna Turgeon,
infant sister Rosemond Bruhn, brother Roy Bruhn, and great-grandson Josiah Cady. Lillian is survived by her daughter Rose (Larry) Lundy of Forest Lake, sons Alan (Carmen) Cady of Pine City, Rolland (Cathy) Cady of Harris, Matthew Cady of Pine City, Nathan (Marlene) Cady of Harris, 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, brother Donald (Fern) Bruhn of Detroit Lakes; many other relatives and friends. Pastor Lee Beecher officiated funeral services for Lillian on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at Living Water Fellowship in Rush City. Interment was in Hilltop Cemetery in Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel.
Paul Rootkie Paul Rootkie of Pine City passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at Fairview Hospital in Wyoming at the age of 103. Paul was born Jan. 21, 1915, to Steve and Mary (Buckna) Rootkie in Mission Creek Township, Pine County. Paul is preceded in death by his wife Gertrude Rootkie, parents Steve and Mary Rootkie, grandson Christopher Rootkie, great-grandson Derek Rootkie and 11 siblings. Paul is survived by his son Cary (Janet) Rootkie of Pine City, daughter Gail (Charles) Hanson of Danbury, Wisconsin; grandchildren: Bridget Ausmus, Brenda (Duwayne) Dahl, Paul Rootkie, Todd Hanson (Kate Pauly), Melanie Wallwork, Patrick (Alexandria) Rootkie, Matthew (Tami) Rootkie; 13 great-grandchildren and many great-great-grandchildren; sister Elaine Valvoda of Pine City; sister-in-law Violet Rootkie of Minneapolis; many other relatives and friends. Monsignor Aleksander Suchan will celebrate Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 26 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. A time of visitation and reviewal for family and friends was planned for Wednesday evening, 5-8 p.m., at the Swanson Chapel and also one hour prior to the service at the church. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER April 15 - 22 Theft, burglary, vandalism April 15, 5:19 p.m., report of property damage, Northridge, Pine City. April 16, 1:45 p.m., report of fraud/ scam/ID, Evergreen Sq., Pine City. April 18 4:17 p.m., report of theft, 560th St., Pine City. April 19, 10:57 a.m., report of theft, Hillside Ave. SW, Pine City. April 20, 12:54 p.m., report of theft, 4th St. SE, Pine City.
Miscellaneous April 15, 2:25 p.m., report of suicide attempt, 4th Ave. NE, Pine City. April 16, 10:52 a.m., report of disturbance, Hillside Ave., Pine City. April 17, 10:23 a.m., report of threats, 6th Ave. SW, Pine City. April 18, 5:48 p.m., report of trespass, Evergreen Sq., Pine City. April 19, 2:19 p.m., report of animal bite, Pokegama, Grasston. April 20, 3:18 p.m., report of fight, Johnson Ave., SE, Pine City. April 21, 10:10 p.m., report of loud music, 8th Ave. SE, Pine City.
Jail roster April 16, Robert Amundsen, probable cause, burglary- 3rd degree- steal/ commit felony or gross... April 16, Tonya Lou Shermer, warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4 - not small amount marijuana; contempt of court- fail to pay ordered child support. April 16, Kristina Jensen, warrant: apprehension detention, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not
small amount marijuana. Released April 19. April 16, Dustin Scherfenberg, writ: domestic abuse no contact order- violate no contact order. Released April 17. April 17, Scott Thomas Matti, hold for other agency, giving peace officer false name- of another person; DWI1st degree, previous felony conviction under MS. Released April 20. April 17, Joe Lee Brown, under sentence, drugs- 1st degree- possess 50 grams or more... Released April 19. April 17, Jessica Ann Ninneman, warrant: bench felony, pharmacy... Released April 19. April 17, Nathan Lloyd Rehbein, probable cause, disorderly conduct, obstruct legal process- interfere w/ peace officer; domestic assault- misdemeanor- commits act to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death; assault- 5th degree- fear of bodily harm or death. Released April 19. April 18, Gary Ronald Roberts, warrant, probable cause, trespass- misdemeanor definitions; disorderly conduct; domestic assaultmisdemeanor- intentionally inflicts/ attempts to inflict bodily harm on another. April 18, Melissa Sue Charnley, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreeprocure/possess/control over a controlled substance- sale. Released April 20. April 18, Brandon Legore, probable cause, drugs- controlled substance crime- 1st degree- sale crimes. Released April 20. April 18, Louis Ralph Oiyotte, probable cause, trespass- misdemeanor definitions. Released April 20.
April 18, Corey Mark Rozowski, probable cause, traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol; drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession. Released April 20. April 18, Tasheena Rae St John, warrant: failure to appear; trespassmisdemeanor definitions, return to property within one year; assault in the fifth degree- gross misdemeanor- within three years of previous conviction; theft- value $500 or less. Released April 20. April 18, Christine Marie David, probable cause, domestic abuse- violate order for protection. Released April 19. April 18, Michael David Hedtke, warrant: probation violation, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released April 19. April 18, Adam John Jendro, warrant: failure to appear, theft- take/use/ transfer movable property- no consent, value of property or services $1001-$5000. Released April 19. April 18, Matthew Matrious, warrant: bench felony, drugs- 4th degree- saleschedule 1,2,3 but not marijuana, except marijuana with intent to sell, 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana... Released April 19. April 18, Maria Sue Hansen, warrant: bench- misdemeanor, domestic assault- misdemeanor- intentionally inflicts/attempts to inflict bodily harm on another; disorderly conductoffensive/abusive/boisterous/noisy/ obscene. Released April 18. April 19, Matthew Charpenter, parole/ probation violator, burglary- 2nd degree- govt, religious, historic or school
building- w/out consent and commits crime. April 19, Terry Lynn Neitzel, parole/ probation violation, terroristic threats- reckless disregard risk. Released April 21. April 19, Roger Rekkedahl, parole/ probation violation, burglary- 2nd degree- dwelling. Released April 20. April 20, Erika Fornengo, parole/probation violator, terroristic threatsreckless disregard risk. April 20, Billy Joe Snyder, warrant, assault in the fifth degree, gross misdemeanor- within three years of previous conviction; simple robbery; aggravated robbery- 1st degree; fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle; burglary- 2nd degree- dwelling. April 20, Andrew Young, warrant, receiving stolen property; introduce contraband- drug/liquor into jail/ lockup/prison; drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- sale or possession; traffic- driver’s license- driving after revocation. April 20, Jeffery Hanson, warrant, burglary- 3rd degree- steal/commit felony or gross misd. April 20, Jeremy Andrews, warrant, drugs- 5th degree. April 20, Amber Nicole Slocum, warrant, traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle- alcohol concentration .08 within 2 hours. April 20, Jesse Alan Obrien, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession. April 21, Jamie Ann Laplante, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. April 21, Randall Nickaboine, hold for other agency, trespass- misdemeanor
definitions. April 21, Aaron Wade Hoven, probable cause, traffic- DWI- 3rd degree driving while impaired; 1 aggravating factor. April 21, Leon William Beavens, probable cause, drivers’ licenses- driving restrictions, authority; traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol; open bottle law, drinking and consumption, crime described; DWI3rd degree driving. Released April 21. April 22, Joseph Dunkley, warrant, terroristic threats- reckless disregard risk; theft- take/use/transfer movable property- no consent. April 22, Karissa Tiessen, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- procure/ possess/control over a controlled substance. April 22, Renee Mary Movern, probable cause, violation of an order for protection; drugs- 5th degree- saleschedule IV controlled substance mixture; introduce contraband- drug/ liquor into jail/lockup/prison; domestic abuse- violate order for protection. April 22, James Dean Olson, probable cause, domestic abuse- violate order for protection; drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession; introduce contraband- drugs/liquor into jail/lockup/prison; violation of an order for protection. April 22, Oleia Rae St. John, warrant, drugs- controlled substances. April 22, Corrin Tara Locke, warrant, receiving stolen property. April 22, Jordan Wade Pfeifer-Koksma, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- sale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration.
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International filmmaker makes video visit to Pine City BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Audience members at the Highway 61 Film Festival had the chance to greet an international filmmaker on April 7. Hiroki Ohsawa, the director of the award-winning comedy “Princess Beard,” recorded a special video greeting for the Pine City audience about to take in his film at Pizza Pub. A native of Japan, Ohsawa has been living in Los Angeles for the past three years as he pursues a career in the film industry. He has directed six films since 2012, and has two in production at the current time. His short drama “Pandora’s Box” was a 2018
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Ohsawa (on screen) greets his Pine City audience of Highway 61 Film Festival fans.
winner in the LA Shorts competition, and “Princess Beard” took second place in the comedy sec-
tion of the 2018 awards at the 2017 Highway 61 Film Festival. The 2018 edition of the
Pine City film festival featured “Best of the Fest” films – prize winners and fan favorites
from the last seven years of the festival. Ohsawa said it was an honor to be shown as a “Best of the Fest” film, and called it an “awesome opportunity.” He also offered background on the concept for his film, in which a magical princess cursed with a long, flowing beard seeks true love despite the forces of evil out to keep her from happiness. “Whenever I watched Walt Disney animations I was wondering why the princess is always beautiful and the prince is handsome,” Ohsawa said. “It’s so easy for them to fall in love with each other, isn’t it?” Ohsawa pointed out that, in real life, everyone feels insecure about their own physical
appearance in the eyes of others. His film was intended as a comic response to the traditional story. “Princess Beard” was just one of more than 30 films screened at the three-day festival. Festival organizers described the event as dedicated to the “care and craft, passion and determination of the filmmakers in the festival,” and expressed appreciation to all the sponsors and supporters. Planning for next year’s Highway 61 Film Festival has already begun, and dates are set for April 5-7, 2019. For more information on how to get involved, visit www. highway61filmfestival. org or email highway61filmfestival@gmail. com.
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With “Together, We Are Coop Strong” as the theme, more than 350 East Central Energy members and guests attended their cooperative’s 82nd annual meeting. The event was held April 19 at the Braham Event Center and via live video at the Superior Operations Center. President/CEO Steve Shurts recognized Bob Kaeter, who recently stepped down after nearly 40 years of service on the ECE Board of Directors. He also presented a plaque to representatives of Catholic Charities Central MN Foster Grandparent program, the coop’s 2017 Touchstone Energy Community Award winner. ECE Board Chair Jerry Tvedt welcomed everyone to the meeting and reported that 255 members had registered at the Braham and Superior locations. Terry Parson, a distribution system operator in the System Control department, gave the invocation. In his executive report, Shurts announced that ECE’s reliability record in 2017 was the best in the cooperative’s history, with outage minutes per member nearly 15 percent lower than the previous best.
“We take many proactive steps to make sure you have power whenever you need it,” he said, “and we’re pleased to see the positive impact our work is having.” He updated members on the progress of the system-wide meter upgrade and the benefits the co-op is experiencing with the new meters. Within the next few months, ECE expects all 75,000 meters will be installed on the system. “The meters are helping us respond more quickly to outages, which results in shorter response times,” he said. “We have many examples of the meters showing us the power was out at a location, and we restored it before the member was aware of the outage.” Shurts reported that ECE sold 914 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity last year, which was down slightly from 2016 and mirrors a trend being seen throughout the industry. He reminded members that ECE’s costs continue to rise. With energy sales remaining flat, it was necessary to raise the cost of basic service by $1.50, Shurts said. This year, in voting districts 1 and 3, only one candidate was nominated by petition for
each of the available seats on the board of directors. Voting by ballot was not necessary. Incumbent Diane Zimmerman will serve the four-year term in District 1, and Greg Kvasnicka, Bruno, also District 1, will serve the remaining two years of former Director Mike Kapalin’s term. Incumbent Don Swanson, District 3, will serve a four-year term. An election was held in District 6. Members from that district elected Jim Jesok, Sauk Rapids, to represent them for the next four years. All candidates and election results were confirmed by the ECE Credentials and Election committee and ECE’s legal counsel. Board Chair Tvedt invited members to attend appreciation events that will be held Oct.4. Copies of the cooperative’s 2017 annual report were distributed. The report can also be found at eastcentralenergy.com. The board met immediately following the annual meeting to elect officers for the coming year. Re-elected to their positions were Chair, Jerry Tvedt, Vice Chair, Wayne Eller, and Secretary-Treasurer, Linda Laitala. Diane Zimmerman
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NEWSLINE ‘Pine City Sings returns this June
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“Pine City Sings” will return for a second year as part of the Freedom Fest event line-up. The event will feature up to 20 talented singers in the Pine City area. The event will be hosted by WCMP Radio with registration through the Pine City Chamber as part of the Freedom Fest schedule on Saturday, June 30 at the Pine County Fairgrounds. Registration is currently open for amateur vocalists age 15 – 25 that are Pine City residents or students currently enrolled at Pine City Public Schools. Vocalists may only register to participate in one community. The local competition is part of the larger Minnesota Sings program that began in 2015. This marks the fourth year of the statewide competition. Cities around the state register as a participating city and host their own local competition. The winner and runner-up of the local event will advance to the Minnesota Sings competition being held in St. Paul on Sept. 29 and 30. “Pine City has a great music program in the schools, and three arts organizations focused on promoting our community as an arts destination,” says Becky Schueller, Executive Director for the Pine City Chamber. “It just made sense to add this opportunity to the event line-up for Freedom Fest. With the staff at WCMP Radio partnering with us, we hope to have a great turnout for contestants as well as spectators.” Visit the Freedom Fest page at http://pinecitychamber.com for a link to get registered.
The Pine City compost site opened for the season as of Saturday, April 21. Compost site hours will be Wednesdays: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The compost site is open from April through November. Hours and dates of operation are subject to change due to weather and seasonality. This service is free for city residents, with a $5 charge for out-of-town residents Directions: Heading north on Highway 61 (Main Street) turn left onto County Road 11/Henriette Road NW, go over the bridge and it will be the first road on the left. For questions, contact city hall at 320-629-2575.
Get school info through text message Pine City Schools utilize the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to a mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more. Those interested can participate in this service by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to the Pine City Public School’s short code number, 67587. Participants can also opt out of these messages at any time by simply replying to one of our messages with “Stop.” School Messenger is compliant with the Student Privacy Pledge, so information is safe and will never be given or sold to anyone. SMS stands for Short Message Service and is commonly referred to as a “text message.” Most cell phones support this type of text messaging. This notification provider, SchoolMessenger, uses a true SMS protocol developed by the telecommunications industry specifically for mass text messaging, referred to as “short code” texting. This method is fast, secure and highly reliable because it is strictly regulated by the wireless carriers and only allows access to approved providers. If you’ve ever sent a text vote for a TV show to a number like 46999, you have used short code texting. Terms and Conditions – Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help. Text STOP to cancel. Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. See schoolmessenger.com/txt for more info.
Free spring concerts coming up Pine City High School Spring Concerts are on the horizon. The Junior High Band and Choir Concert will be Thursday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the Pine City High School Auditorium, followed on Monday, May 7 by the Senior High Band Pops Concert at 7:30 p.m. The Senior High Choir Pops Concert will be Thursday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. All are invited to these three free concerts.
Card Marathon winners announced The Pine Area Lions Club Card Marathon held the finals for the year April 18 at the Pine City Country Club. Ladies 500 First place: Judy Adams and Linda Odegard Second place: Connie Lewis and Pat Waggoner Third place: Barb Palmer and Jeanette Holmes Couples 500 First place: Duane and Barb Palmer Second place: Bob and Pat Werner Third place: Bill and Jeanne Casby
Apply for bear hunt by May 4 deadline Hunters are reminded that applications for bear hunting licenses are being accepted now through Friday, May 4, wherever Minnesota hunting and fishing license are sold, online at mndnr.gov/buyalicense and by telephone at 888-665-4236. A total of 3,350 licenses are available in 13 permit areas. Bear licenses cost $44 for residents and $230 for nonresidents, and there is a $5 application fee. The season is open from Saturday, Sept. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 14. Notification to lottery winners will be made by Friday, June 1. Lottery winners will receive a postcard in the mail and can check online at mndnr.gov/licenses/lotteries/index.html to see if they were drawn. The deadline to purchase licenses awarded by lottery will be Wednesday, Aug. 1. Any remaining unpurchased licenses will be available over the counter starting at noon on Monday, Aug. 6. An unlimited number of bear licenses will be sold over-the-counter for the no-quota area that includes east-central and far northwestern Minnesota. No-quota licenses are valid only in the no-quota area. Hunters with a no-quota license can harvest one bear. Bear hunting information is available on the DNR website at mndnr.gov/hunting/bear.
Building families helps prevent child abuse During Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month, the Minnesota Department of Human Services encourages all Minnesotans to support efforts that build community and strengthen children and families. State and local officials are focusing more than ever on efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect. Gov-
ernment, community organizations and others offer resources to help families reduce stress by providing economic supports, nutritional assistance, parenting classes, and chemical and mental health treatment. Still, community members — teachers, neighbors, friends — are often the first line of defense against child maltreatment. “Families who feel connected to their community are much more likely to know what tools are available to them and seek help when they need it,” said Human Services Assistant Commissioner Jim Koppel. “Outreach on the front end can make all the difference in establishing safe, nurturing households.” Nearly 39,500 Minnesota children were alleged victims in screened child protection reports in 2017 — holding relatively steady from 2016 after a 25-percent jump the previous year, according to preliminary data. The opioid epidemic and other substance abuse has contributed significantly to the rise in child protection reports, Koppel said. Minnesota continues to implement new strategies to ensure children are safe, including those recommended by the Governor’s Task Force on the Protection of Children. Congress also recently passed bipartisan legislation — the Family First Prevention Services Act — that will shift federal funding and give more flexibility to child welfare agencies by providing the tools needed to help children and families in crisis, including families struggling with substance abuse. More information on preventing child abuse and neglect is available at mn.gov/dhs/. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call the county or tribal social service agency, or the police, where the child lives.
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In an effort to prevent wildfires, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources urges woodland property owners to compost their yard waste rather than burn it. “Burning should be a last resort for yard waste—especially in April and May, when wildfire risk is especially high,” said Casey McCoy, fire prevention supervisor. “Composting prevents wildfires and reduces air pollution, so it’s the safest possible way to manage yard debris.” The University of Minnesota Extension offers a stepby-step guide to composting yard waste on its website. Annual burning restrictions will take effect immediately after snowmelt occurs, which will happen soon in parts of Minnesota. If a yard waste fire does escape, the homeowner is responsible for any damage it does to nearby property. Be sure to check local regulations prior to burning. Once burning restrictions are issued, debris burning will be banned, and no permits issued, until further notice. For information and daily updates on open burning restrictions and current fire danger, visit mndnr.gov/ burnrestrictions.
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Pine City puts building official on unpaid administrative leave BY MIKE GAINOR NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine City officials have put Pine City Building Official Richard Drotning on unpaid administrative leave. Pine City Administrator Ken Cammilleri confirmed on April 24 that Drotning had been placed on unpaid administrative leave, but said he could not make further comment on the matter at this time.
Cammilleri did say that Pine City has contracted with another company – Rum River Consulting – to fill in on the duties of the building official. According to the city website, the building official reviews and processes building permit applications, performs on-site inspections of residential and commercial construction and ensures that all construction activity is in compliance with state and city building and fire codes.
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stays put – and what a new city hall might mean. SEH has been contracted with the city to facilitate the design process with input from city staff, the public and members of the city council. The SEH presentation will begin at 6:45 p.m. “The city’s looking to get public input on what to do next,” said Pine City Administrator Ken Cammilleri. “Whether we stay in the Government Center and make improvements or build somewhere new. We want to know what people in the community are looking for. We’re going to try to solicit some feedback before the planning phase.” He said food and beverages will be offered to visitors. BACKGROUND ON CITY HALL ISSUE Pine City is in the fourth year of a five-year lease with Pine County, which owns Pine Government Center. Pine County uses the basement and top floors while Pine City rents and runs its offices out of the main floor. Pine City Mayor Carl Pederson said the city’s current lease with Pine County ends in January 2019. The $50,000 annual rent for the space includes all utilities except cleaning services. City officials have been discussing whether to stay in Pine Government Center or build a new city hall at a different location since August 2014. Despite tentative offers from the city to purchase the first floor and garage of the building, the county intends to retain ownership of the entire Pine Government Center. Pine County has proposed a 20 year lease of the first floor/garage of the Pine Government Center to Pine City.
Starting with the new lease, the rent would rise each year from the $50,000 per year base rate. The rent increase would be tied to the rate of inflation. Both the city and the county would be required to give three years notice if they decide to cancel the lease in that time. If the city makes improvements to the first floor and the county terminates the lease sooner than 20 years, the county would reimburse the city a share of the city’s investment. Pine County has been working to improve the building, including $50,000 for updates to the elevator control board in 2017, $100,000 for window replacement and $100,000 for heat control units in 2018, and a $500,000 renovation and remodel of the Health and Human Services space in 2019, which would include building code upgrades. CITY HALL SURVEY Pine City carried out a survey in 2017 intended to capture the public’s thoughts on what should be done about city hall – whether it should stay in its current location in Pine Government Center or find new offices elsewhere. The survey also asked other questions about their city hall experiences More than half of respondents said the city should remain in the Pine Government Center, pay rent and make improvements to the rented space. • 52 percent said the city should remain in the Pine Government Center, pay rent and make improvements • 22 percent said city government should build on a new site in Pine City • 26 percent said the city should pay rent to stay in Pine Government Center and make no improvements.
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has been no discussion about giving retirement health benefits to the county commissioners. “We haven’t talked about retirement benefits [for commissioners].” Mohr said. “Nothing. I would never support it – anything on a retirement deal.” He noted that he does currently receive health insurance through Pine County as an active county commissioner – all currently-serving commissioners are eligible – but those benefits will end once his term of office is over. He said he has been receiving numerous phone calls and Facebook messages connected to the erroneous claim in the Pioneer story. “I have no problem defending myself for something I’ve done,” Mohr said. “A hot button item is zoning right now, and if someone wants to talk to me about zoning, cool. But that’s real.” Commissioner Steve Chaffee said the board had not discussed giving retirement health benefits to county commissioners. “No, not for retired commissioners,” Chaffee said. “Absolutely not.” Chaffee did raise a question at a meeting connected to health insurance. His wife is a county employee, but is under the age where she would be eligible for Medicare. Chaffee noted that if his wife retired, and if he went on Medicare and was permitted to have his wife use his county benefits as long as he served as a county commissioner, it would result in a potential net financial savings for the county. “I thought, if you could do something in a policy that would include
me and anyone else in the county, that would be great,” Chaffee said. He said that after discussion, the subject was dropped because of concerns that it would set a bad precedent. “It was a non-starter,” Chaffee said. “That discussion is gone totally.” “You can’t custom build stuff for employees,” noted Pine County Commissioner Matt Ludwig. “That’s got a bad smell.” Ludwig also said that the county board had not discussed giving retirement health benefits to the county commissioners, and said he would never be in favor of it. “I don’t ever want to infringe on a reporter’s right to do their piece, because that’s exactly what our country is,” Ludwig said. “But don’t paint a false picture. [The story] wasn’t accurate.” Pine County Commissioner Steve Hallan also said there was no discussed about giving retirement health benefits to the county commissioners. “I don’t ever see us having that conversation because we have worked hard for many years to get that out of the employment contracts,” Hallan said. “I don’t see us ever going there. A new board sometime could, but I think it’s going the other way. Health insurance has gotten so expensive, and really Medicare is about as cheap as insurance [gets].” He said he responded to many questions this past week related to the erroneous claim in the Pioneer. As a county board, “We work really hard to be open and honest and trying to do the right thing,” Hallan said. County Commissioner John Mikrot Jr. was contacted for this story but did not respond before press time.
Rabe honored by fellow deer hunters Sandstone’s H. Loren Rabe, a member of the Minnesota Deer Hunter Association’s Jim Jordan Chapter, has won the Distinguished Service Award for his nearly 30 years of service in the chapter since it was organized in 1989. Pictured (l-r) are Rabe, Doug Appelgren and Gary Thompson.
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SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting – Tuesday, April 3, 2018 - 10:00 a.m. Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Hallan called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Commissioners Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee, John Mikrot and Matt Ludwig were present. Also present were County Administrator David Minke and County Attorney Reese Frederickson. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Chair Hallan called for public comment. There was no public comment. Commissioner Ludwig moved to adopt the amended Agenda. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Mikrot moved to approve the Minutes of the March 16, 2018 Special Meeting-Committee of the Whole (Comprehensive Plan discussion). Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the March 20, 2018 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence Wellhead Protection Plan for the City of Askov Part II – March 20, 2018 Notice from Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board of Notice of Completed Application submitted by Children’s Minnesota for a new license to provide statewide Advanced Life Support Specialized Ambulance Services – March 20, 2018 Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report – March 2018 Pine County Chemical Health Coalition Minutes – March 12, 2018 Commissioner Ludwig moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Mikrot moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Approve the Disbursements Journal Report, March 1, 2018 – March 31,
2018. Approve the Applications for Abatement for James and Corinne Wentzlaff, 11133 Elm Circle, Pine City and Perry and Velma Fey, 37590 Degerstrom Road, Askov. Approve parcels to be offered at the timber auction on May 16, 2018, 10:00 a.m., Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Approve the Agreement for Prosecution Services between the County of Pine and the City of Rock Creek in the amount of $3,500 for 2018. Approve the Professional Services Contract for Household Hazardous Waste Staffing for 2018. The $21,000 contract amount is within the Solid Waste budget for staffing; any additional hours paid outside of the contract at the rate of $20 per hour will not exceed budget for the service. Approve the Agreement between the Pine County Road and Bridge Supervisors Unit and the County of Pine, January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2020. Approve the hiring of Public Health Nurse Sarah Johnson, effective April 9, 2018, $27.85 per hour. Grade 11, Step 4. Approve the hiring of Registered Nurse Kelsi Ervin, effective May 21, 2018, $26.27 per hour. Grade 10, Step 4. Approve the hiring of part-time Dispatcher Trisha Dunks, effective April 3, 2018, $18.22 per hour. Grade 6, Step 1. Approve the hiring of part-time Sheriff’s Secretary Katie Vork, effective April 3, 2018, $16.41 per hour. Grade 4, Step 1. Approve the promotion of Christina Frey from support enforcement aide (grade 5) to child support officer (grade 8), effective April 16, 2018, at $22.28 per hour. Approve Human Resources Manager Jackie Koivisto to attend the Minnesota Counties Human Resource Management Association conference. Total cost: $327. Approve Probation Director Terry Fawcett to attend the Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Training/Ethics in Prevention training. There is no cost to the county as registration, lodging and per diem are covered under the
Positive Community Norms grant. Approve Probation Supervisor Kevin Glass, Senior Agent Amber Chase, and Correction Agents Michelle Sellner and Christopher Stolan to attend the Minnesota Association of County Probation Officer’s Annual Conference. Total cost: $1,551. Chair Hallan called for a recess at 10:30 a.m. The board meeting reconvened at 10:32 a.m. Motion by Commissioner Mohr to approve Resolution 2018-15 accepting the authority and administrative responsibility to implement Wetlands Conservation Act (WCA) within Pine County and continue under the SWCD’s adopted fee schedule until the county board adopts such fee schedule. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 3-2, Commissioners Chaffee and Mikrot opposed. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve Resolution 2018-16 delegating the Land Services Director or his/her designee, including a private contractor, as the decision-making authority for WCA activities. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 3-2, Commissioners Chaffee and Mikrot opposed. With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the meeting at 11:15 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for April 17, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County History Museum, 6333 H C Andersen Alle, Askov, Minnesota. Stephen M. Hallan, Chair Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator Clerk to County Board of Commissioners The full text of the board’s Minutes are available at the County Administrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26, 2018
NOTICE OF EXPIRATION ) ) ss. COUNTY OF PINE ) You are hereby notified that the parcels of land hereinafter described, situated in the County of Pine, State of Minnesota, were bid in for the State as stated below, that the legal descriptions and tax parcel identification numbers of such parcels and names of the taxpayers and fee owners and in addition those parties who have filed their addresses pursuant to Section 276.041, at the election of the county auditor, are as follows: Tax Parcel number and names for the taxpayers and fee owners and in addition, those parties who have filed their addresses pursuant to Section 276.041 On the 11th of May 2009, at the tax judgment sale of land for delinquent taxes for the year 2008 R 46.0029.000 Sect-13 Twp-045 Range-020 Amount Due SARAH NYGARD .11 AC 14,920.48 THAT PART OF SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF NORTHWEST 1/4 DESC AS START ON SEC LINE 150 FT NORTH OF WEST 1/4 CORNER OF SEC 13; THEN 90D EAST 33 FT TO PT OF BEG; THEN CONTINUE EAST 100 FT; THEN AT…
on the 10th of May 2010, at the tax judgment sale of land for delinquent taxes for the year 2009, R 05.0247.007 Sect-30 Twp-044 Range-021 Amount Due RICHARD D & 20.00 AC 1,750.73 MICHAEL J ANDERSON NORTH 1/2 OF NORTH 1/2 OF NORTH 1/2 OF SOUTHEAST 1/4 R 19.0250.002 Sect-33 Twp-040 Range-020 7,981.96 SCOTT HEIN 20.00 AC NORTH 1/2 OF SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SOUTHEAST 1/4 on the 13th of May 2013, at the tax judgment sale of land for delinquent taxes for the year 2012, R 45.5189.000 Sect-16 Twp-042 Range-020 Amount Due BRADLEY J VOLKMANN SANDSTONE ADD #1 6,712.78 Lot-002 Block-006 on the 12th of May 2014, at the tax judgment sale of land for delinquent taxes for the year 2013, R 45.5243.000 Sect-09 Twp-042 Range-020 Amount Due DAVID L & SHERRY L GUNNS 1ST ADD 4,441.88 SCHAUER & Lot-001 Block-003 FRANKLIN G & MARIAN A SKAFF NOTE: In order to determine the amount necessary to redeem,
please contact the office of the County Auditor-Treasurer at (320) 5911670, or send inquiry to Pine County Auditor-Treasurer, Pine City, MN 55063. That the time for redemption of such lands from such sale will expire 60 days after service of notice and the filing of proof thereof in my office, as provided by law. The redemption must be made in my office. In addition to the amounts set forth above, you will be responsible for additional interest and fees incurred as a part of service of this notice on you. FAILURE TO REDEEM SUCH LANDS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF REDEMPTION WILL RESULT IN THE LOSS OF LAND AND FORFEITURE OF SAID LAND TO THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. Inquiries as to the proceeding set forth above can be made to the County Auditor for the County of Pine, whose address is set forth below. Witness my hand and official seal this 26th day of April 2018. Cathy J. Clemmer County Auditor-Treasurer Pine County Courthouse Pine County, MN (320) 591-1670 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26 and May 3, 2018
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STATE OF MINNESOTA PINE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File Number: 58-JV-18-35 Case Type: Juvenile In the Matter of the Welfare of the Child(ren) of: Alexandra Frances Boleen, Parent SUMMONS and NOTICE Termination of Parental Rights Matter NOTICE TO: Alexandra Frances Boleen, above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s). 1. A Termination of Parental Rights Petition has been filed in the Office of the Clerk of Juvenile Court located at 635 Northridge Drive, Pine City, Minnesota, alleging that parental rights of the above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s) to the child(ren) named in the petition should be permanently severed. 2. Notice is hereby given that the matter of said Termination of Parental Rights Petition will be called for hearing before the Juvenile Court located at 635 Northridge Drive, Pine City, Minnesota, on May 10, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. or as soon after as the Matter can be heard. 3. YOU ARE ORDERED to appear before the Juvenile Court at the scheduled time and date. 4. You have a right to be represented by counsel. 5. If you fail to appear at the hearing, the Court may still conduct the hearing and grant appropriate relief, including permanently severing the parental rights of the above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s) and taking permanent custody of the child/ren named in the Petition. WITNESS, the Honorable Heather Wynn Judge of District Court By: Abigail Meemken, Senior Court Clerk Lu Ann Blegen Court Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 12, 19 and 26, 2018
STATE OF MINNESOTA PINE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-JV-18-57 Case Type: Juvenile Summons and Notice Child In Need of Protection or Services Matter In the Matter of the Welfare of the Child(ren) of: Bobbi Anne St. John, Parent NOTICE TO: Bobbi Anne St. John, above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s).
1. A Child in Need of Protection or Services Petition has been filed in the Office of the Clerk of Juvenile Court located at 635 Northridge Drive, Suite 320, Pine City, Minnesota, alleging that the child(ren) of the above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s) is/are in need of protection or services. 2. Notice is hereby given that the matter of said Child in Need of Protection or Services Petition will be called for hearing before the Juvenile Court located at 635 Northridge Drive, Pine City, Minnesota, on June 7, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. or as soon after as the Matter can be heard. 3. YOU ARE ORDERED to appear before the Juvenile Court at the scheduled time and date. 4. You have a right to be represented by counsel. 5. If you fail to appear at the hearing, the Court may still conduct the hearing and grant appropriate relief, including taking permanent custody of the child/ren named in the Petition. WITNESS, the Honorable Heather Wynn Judge of District Court BY: Abigail Meemken, Senior Court Clerk Lu Ann Blegen, Court Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26, 2018 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Date: March 22, 2018 1. A default has occurred in the conditions of that certain mortgage executed by Dean W. Sand and Christine F. Sand, husband and wife, as mortgagors, in favor of The RiverBank, a Minnesota banking corporation, as mortgagee, dated December 19, 2007, and recorded on January 3, 2008, as Document No. A469804, as assigned to Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union by that certain assignment of mortgage dated October 14, 2011, and recorded on October 28, 2011, as Document No. A-497327, both in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Pine County, Minnesota (collectively, “Mortgage”). The land described in the Mortgage is not registered land. 2. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was: $360,000.00. 3. No action or proceeding at law is now pending to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof. 4. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and
foreclosure of the Mortgage and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes. 5. As of the date of this notice, the amount due on the Mortgage is: $327,410.75. 6. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage shall be foreclosed, and the land located at 2068 Sherwood Street, Mora, Minnesota 55051, Property Tax ID No. 28.0568.000 and 28.0568.001, and legally described as follows: The West 660 feet of the North 660 feet of the Fractional South half of the Northwest Quarter (S 1/2 of NW 1/4), Section Seven (7), Township Thirty-nine (39), Range Twenty-Two (22), Pine County, Minnesota. Subject to County Road No. 120 along the West line thereof (“Property”), shall be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, at public auction on May 10, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office: 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063. 7. The time allowed by law for redemption by mortgagors or mortgagors’ personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale. 8. The mortgagors must vacate the Property on or before 11:59 p.m. on November 10, 2018, if the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. § 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. § 580.23. 9. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGORS, THE MORTGAGORS’ PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINN. STAT. § 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. 10. The mortgagors released from financial obligation on the Mortgage are: None. Royal Credit Union (a Wisconsin state chartered credit union) By its attorneys: Joshua D. Christensen, (#332616) Anastasi Jellum, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Josh.Christensen@AJ-Law.com (651) 439-2951 19907-F Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 22, 29, April 5,
12, 19 and 26, 2018 Case Type: Contract STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-CV-18-68 SUMMONS Compeer Financial, PCA f/k/a AgStar Financial Services, PCA, Plaintiff/Claimant, vs. Mark Allen Molitor, Stephanie Junko Saji f/k/a Stephanie Junko Molitor and Junko’s Garden, LLC, Defendants/Respondents. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS/RESPONDENTS. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff/Claimant has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s/ Claimant’s Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at: Rinke Noonan, Ltd., 1015 West St. Germain Street, Suite 300, P.O. Box 1497, St. Cloud, MN 56302-1497. 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s/ Claimant’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff/Claimant should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not Answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff/Claimant everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You
may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. Dated: February 1, 2018 RINKE NOONAN Benjamin B. Bohnsack (#319399) Suite 300 US Bank Plaza Building 1015 W. St. Germain St. P.O. Box 1497 St. Cloud, MN 56302-1497 (320) 251-6700 (320) 656-3500 fax Email: Bbohnsack@RinkeNoonan. com Attorneys for Plaintiff Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 19, 26 and May 3, 2018 Brook Park Township Land for Sale Brook Park Township is selling a 120-acre parcel of land located in Section 7 of the township. The assessed value of this land is $144,300. The board will be considering offers to purchase this land at or above the assessed value at the next board meeting to be held on Tuesday, May 8th at 7:30 p.m. at the Brook Park Town Hall. Contact
board member Brad Rootkie at 612390-9172 or via email at bradrootkie@me.com with any questions. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26 and May 3, 2018
NOTICE The City of Brook Park is in the process of developing a wellhead protection plan for its drinking water supply wells. As required by the Minnesota Wellhead Protection Rule (part 4720.5330, subpart 6), the Minnesota Department of Health approved Part 1 of the wellhead protection plan for our system. This portion of the plan includes information pertaining to: 1. The delineation of the wellhead protection area, 2. The drinking water supply management area boundary, and 3. The well and drinking water supply management area vulnerability assessment. If you would like a complete copy of the Part 1 containing the technical information used to delineate the wellhead protection area, drinking water supply management area, and vulnerability of the wells and aquifer, please contact the City of Brook Park at (320)-679-5542. Consistent with the Wellhead Protection Rule (part 4720.5330, subpart 7), a Public Information Meeting has been scheduled on May 7, 2018, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 206 3rd Ave., Brook Park, MN 55007 to discuss issues and concerns with this portion of the plan. We welcome your participation at this event. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26, 2018
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FROM PAGE 17 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2018 Street Improvements City of Pine City, Minnesota SEH No. PINE0 144682 Notice is hereby given that sealed Bids will be received by the City of Pine City until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 8, 2017, at the Pine City, City Hall located at 315 Main St. S., Suite 100, Pine City, MN 55063, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of 2nd Street SE Utility Improvements. Major quantities for the Work include: Est. Qty Unit Item 7,450 SY Reclaim Bituminous Pavement 1,610 LF 8-Inch PVC Sanitary Sewer 1,610 LF 8-Inch PVC Water Main 1,990 TON Bituminous Pavement 4,520 LF Concrete curb 5 Each Sanitary Sewer Manholes Bids shall be on the form provided for that purpose and according to the Bidding Requirements prepared by Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®) dated February 22, 2018. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. located at 3535 Vadnais Center Drive, St. Paul, MN 55110-5196, Greg Anderson 651.490.2000. The Bidding Documents may be viewed for no cost at http://www. sehinc.com by selecting the Project Bid Information link at the bottom of the page and the View Plans option from the menu at the top of the selected project page. Digital image copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http:// www.sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from
the PROJECT BID INFORMATION link and by entering eBidDocTM Number 5640760 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com. Paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $100. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bids shall be directed to the City Administrator, securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR 2018 STREET IMPROVEMENTS.” The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the City. Ken Cammilleri City Administrator City of Pine City, Minnesota Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 12, 19 and 26, 2018 BIDS CLOSE May 8, 2018 Pine County, MN Sealed proposals will be RECEIVED until 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2018, by David Minke, Pine County Administrator at 635 Northridge Drive NW Pine City, MN on behalf of the Pine County Board of Commissioners for construction of the county project listed below. Proposals will be opened and read publicly in the Administrator Conference Room by the County Engineer or his representative at the Pine County Courthouse in Pine City, MN at 10:00 a.m. Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations. Contract #1801
SAP 058-647-007 Located on CSAH 47 Between CSAH 48 and TH 23 in Duquette SAP 058-648-013 Located on CSAH 48 between CSAH 47 and CR 164 northwest of Duquette Major quantities of work: 95,216 SY Full Depth Reclamation; 17,651 Ton 12.5 SP Wearing Mix Course (2,B); 18,026 Ton Aggregate Base, Class 5; 1,793 Ton Aggregate Surfacing; 80,351 LF 4” Solid Line Epoxy GR In; 3,110 LF 4” Broken Line Epoxy GR In Plans are available on EGram. For a user ID contact Sherri at (320) 216-4200 or sherri.anderson@ co.pine.mn.us Hard copies of plans and specifications may be examined and secured for $100 at the Pine County Public Works Department, 405 Airport Road NE, Pine City MN 550 63. Bids must be accompanied by a Corporate Surety Bond in an amount not less than 5 percent of the total bid price. The County Board of Pine County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities. By order of the Pine County Board of Commissioners. Mark A. LeBrun, County Engineer Pine County, Minnesota Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 12, 19 and 26, 2018 CALL FOR BIDS EQUIPMENT RENTAL Sealed proposals will be RECEIVED until 10:00 a.m. May 7, 2018 by David Minke, Pine County Administrator at 635 Northridge Drive NW Pine City, MN on behalf of the Pine County Board of Commissioners for equipment rental proposals. Proposals will be opened and read publicly in the Commissioner Conference Room by the County Engineer or his representative at the Pine County Courthouse in Pine City, MN at 10:00 a.m. EQUIPMENT RENTAL Bid
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includes backhoe, scraper, dozer, dump truck, trailers, motor graders, tractor/lowboy trailer, tractor/belly dump trailer, haybale mulcher, compactors, loaders, bituminous crushing, concrete crushing, bituminous paving, gravel crushing and winter maintenance sand. Specifications and proposal forms may be obtained upon request from the office of the Pine County Public Works, 405 Airport Road NE, Pine City, MN 55063. Telephone Number 320-216-4200 or Local Pine City 320-591-1733. The County Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities. By order of the Pine County Board of Commissioners, Pine County, Minnesota. Mark A. LeBrun, County Engineer Pine County, Minnesota Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 12, 19 and 26, 2018 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS North Pine Government Center Sandstone, MN Pine County will receive sealed bids for the North Pine Government Center construction project until 2:00pm on Tuesday May 22, 2018, at which time bids will be opened and read aloud. Project Summary: new construction of a 12,000 sq. ft. administrative building. Building to be wood framed, brick faced one story with basement below a portion of the facility. Multiple prime bids are being accepted by bid category as listed in the Instructions to Bidders. Bids will be submitted split between labor/ equipment and materials in order to utilize the County’s sales tax exemption. An optional pre-bid conference will be held on May 3rd, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the project site at 1602 Highway 23 N, Sandstone, MN 55072. Attendance is not mandatory, but strongly encouraged. Completed bid forms shall be
submitted without alterations, additions or erasures on forms provided in the project specifications. Sealed envelopes containing bids must be marked: North Pine Government Center with the bid category(s) marked on the outside, and also include the name and address of the bidder and date and hour of the bid opening. Bids shall be mailed or delivered to: (Public opening to occur in County Boardroom) Pine County Courthouse Attn: David Minke, County Administrator 635 Northridge Dr NW Pine City, MN 55063 Each bid greater than $10,000 shall be accompanied by bid bond, certified check, or cashier’s check in the amount of at least 5% of the amount of the bid and made payable to Pine County as bid security that, if the bid is accepted, the contractor will execute the contract and furnish the required performance and payment bonds within the allotted time period after award of contract. All bidders shall meet the requirements as defined under the Responsible Contractor Law, Statutes Section 16C.285. A signed statement under oath, verifying compliance with each of the minimum criteria shall be included with the bid submission. All correspondence relating to bidding shall be directed to the Construction Manager: Troy Haug, Project Manager Mark Haug Construction, Inc. 11754 Fairway Road SW, Pine City, MN 55063 Phone: 320-629-6607 Email: Troy@MHCinc.biz Bidding documents can be obtained from at MBEX.org for download, by contacting Mark Haug Construction Inc. Attn: Troy Haug at 320-629-6607 or Troy@MHCinc. biz. Bidding documents will be available for review only at the Pine County Courthouse, in the County Administrators’ conference room.
Pine County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or parts of bids and waive any formalities or irregularities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after opening without consent of the County. Pine County Pine City, MN Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26, May 3 and 10, 2018
NOTICE Pine Technical & Community College is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. The College will host a visit October 2018, with a team representing the Higher Learning Commission. Pine Technical & Community has been accredited by HLC since 1977. The team will review the institution’s ongoing ability to meet HLC’s Criteria for Accreditation. The public is invited to submit comments regarding the college to the following address: Public Comment on Pine Technical & Community College Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 The public may also submit comments on HLC’s website at www. hlcommission.org/comment. Comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs. Comments must be in writing. All comments must be received by September 1, 2018. Pine Technical & Community College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 26 and May 31, 2018
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Siteworx Excavating, LLC is an established, fast-paced, fast-growing company that specializes in residential excavation.
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(Select Employment Opportunities under Quick Links) or contact Pine County Administrator’s Office at (320) 591-1620. An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. • Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Nilsson Chiropractic in Pine City has a part-time position open. Stop be for an application or to drop off resume.
Full-Time Excavator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Starting Salary: $18.77 Closing Date: May 5, 2018 @ Noon
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PCA wanted for 3 young teens. Approximately 20 hours per week @ $15 per hour. Must be 18 years or older. Call 507-995-8225 for details.
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starting pay $13.86/hour
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Ain't She Dusty Woodworking. Dean Hurning 320-359-0333
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106 HOME IMPROVEMENT Handy women of East Central MN. Painting, tiling, organizing and cleaning. Great prices. 320-703-9014
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107 CLEANING HOMES/ BUSINESSES
HOUSECLEANING Please call Nikki at 763-238-4096
109 LAWN CARE Lawn Mowing weekly, bi-weekly, spring clean ups. Free estimates. 763-953-3943
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305 PETS/ SUPPLIES
AKC Dalmatians $800 wormed, shots, health guarantee. 612-978-3815
404 GARAGE SALES SALE BUSINESS RE-LOCATION 345 Garfield St. Cambridge, MN One day only on Friday, April 27, 8am-2pm! Everything must go! We have pallet racking, metal cabinets, used shop supplies, work benches and much more!
404 GARAGE SALES
Smetana Household Estate Sale. Pine Town Hall: 21977 St.Croix Road Pine City. Friday April 27: 3-8pm, Saturday April 28: 8-4pm. All unsold items ½ price Saturday 1 pm.
451 RENTALS COMMERCIAL Meadowbrook 1 & 2 BDRM apartments- Mora, starting at $670 + electric. Available immediately. No smoking, no pets. Contact Denny, 507-269-7639.
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16 unit Motel with 1 bedroom living quarters. Own your own business! Possibility of Lakeshore trade. Call 507-220-2568 or snsaw99@gmail.com LAKEHOME Fanny Lake 75' shoreline Cambridge, MN 3br, 2ba rambler 2400sf attached garage $295,000 Offer Pending 612-308-7902 The smart way to sell your stuff! Call 320-322-5243 or go to www.pinecitymn.com - click on Classifieds place an ad!
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JUDY WOLF | THE PIONEER
Nature notes From hungry post-hibernation bears and their curious cubs (three in one tree!), to deer and crows and sandhill cranes returned, spring brings all out into the world once more, as photographed by this Grasston resident.
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TO VETERANS Past & Present Honoring Our Heros in Uniform SHOW YOUR PRIDE SSend the ADVERTISER a photo of your veteran, past or present along with $4 by May 10. Photos will be published in a full color special section May 20. Please Include: I Veteran’s Name (please print)
Rank (please print)
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Mail or Drop off form, photo and $4 by MAY 10, 2018 to the Mora or Pine City office. 107 Park St. S., Mora, MN 55051 320-679-2661
405 2nd Ave. E., Pine City, MN 55063 320-629-6771
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