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ATV driver killed in rollover crash STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that a man was killed and a woman seriously injured after their ATV rolled near Finlayson.

The sheriff’s office reports that on June 24 at 3:30 a.m. Pine County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received a report of an ATV accident on Michaelson Road in Finlayson. Pine County deputies, along with Finlayson Rescue and Essentia Ambulance, responded to the scene.

A male who was identified as the driver of the ATV was pronounced deceased at the scene. A female passenger was airlifted to a hospital in the Twin Cities.

The female passenger was able to tell deputies that the ATV was traveling on Michaelson Road at a high speed and

rolled multiple times after the driver did not slow for the corner at the intersection with Pine Lake Road. The passenger indicated that the driver was breathing after the crash and that she called friends at a nearby cabin for help.

Deputies were told that the friends arrived at the crash location and then transported the victims back to the cabin where the male was then found to not have a pulse.

CPR was started by those on scene while 911 was called and emergency personnel responded.

Witness statements indicate alcohol and speed of the machine as factors in the crash.

The deceased male was transported to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office in Anoka County for autopsy. He was identified on June 26 as Kyle Rosengren, 30, from North St. Paul.

County to enforce buffer law

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Pine City Ambassadors crowned The new Pine City Ambassadors (Summer Rockstroh and Jill Tomczyk) and Little Miss Ambassadors (Brenna Nowling and Amiah Nowling) were crowned at the Pine City High School Auditorium on June 25 at the end of Freedom Fest. More on Page 10.

Minnesota’s Buffer Law had another review by Pine County Commissioners at last week’s regular meeting. Enforcement of the law has been batted around each time it has surfaced with pros and cons about whether Minnesota’s Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR), affectionately known as Bowzer, should

enforce or the county should take on those duties.

The law requires that owners avoid planting cash crops or having feed lots within 50 feet of a stream or 16 feet of a ditch. They must also plant approved grasses in the restricted area.

Governor Dayton signed a bill authorizing aid to counties that choose to SEE BUFFER, PAGE 11

Making lasting connections (and deals) at the Pine City Flea Market

BY TANYA STARINETS NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The Pine City Flea Market is in its full summer swing. Neither sometimes cool, gloomy weather, nor the construction of the new Event Center has hindered buyers or sellers from their Wednesday morning ritual. The flea market is in its 45th year, and has long become a staple in the Pine City community.

Becky Wedin explained that patrons value the family mentality which is at the core of the Pine City

Flea Market. Her grandfather, Myron Haug, started the market when he was only 16 years old. Over the years it had been run by Haug, his parents, his children and grandchildren.

“A couple thousand people pass through here on a Wednesday,” said Wedin. “It brings a lot of people to town and has become a tradition.” Wedin added that buyers are searching for tools, antiques, produce, and things from their past.

Marc Miller, a Pine City local, has been coming to the flea market

for as long as he can remember. “I used to take time out of my busy work day just to come here,” he said. “Many are searching for local history stuff.” A seller overhearing Miller chimed in: “They are always looking for a bargain. You say a dollar, they offer a quarter.”

Miller enjoys looking for collectibles, especially antique bottles.

Pine City’s Coca-Cola Bottling Company’s bottles from the 1900s are popular, he explained. Miller MIKE GAINOR | THE PIONEER

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Shoppers filled the flea market on the morning of June 21.

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Business, tradition come together as third generation takes over Mohr Parts

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Josh and Brenda Mohr are the new and proud owners of Mohr Parts and Supplies Inc. in Pine City. But though the two are new to running the business, Josh knows it well: he’s the third generation of the family to run the auto parts store in Pine City.

“I actually worked for my grandpa,” Josh said.

“When he got sick, they needed someone to come in and sweep the floors.”

He was about 10 years old at the time.

“He would give me, like, five bucks a day,” Josh said, chuckling. “Sweep the floors, deliver parts on my bike until noon in the summertime.”

Lenny Mohr started up the auto parts business in 1972, and then moved up Main Street to the current building at 505 Main Street South. In 1992, Chuck and Kathy Mohr bought the family business and owned it until this year.

After graduating from high school, Mohr worked in construction for eight years, but finally returned to the Pine City store in 2004.

“I just have always liked it,” he said. “It was always something I wanted to do.”

He and Brenda also tied the knot in 2004. The two graduated together from Pine City High School.

“We had always been friends,” Brenda said.

“But we were never involved,” Josh said.

“We just kind of hung out with the same crowd,” Brenda said. “And then ... we eventually figured it out.”

The couple now has three boys of their own: Tyler, 11; Colten, 8, and Evan who is just three.

Josh has now been working at the store for the past 15 years, taking on more responsibilities as the years went by.

“My dad actually quit working about a year before we bought it,” he said. “I didn’t do a lot of the backroom stuff – just took care of the ordering and day-today stuff, kept the customers happy. If there were any issues with parts, that was my gig. The management deal. Smooth things over with people who are mad at you. In this business, it’s about helping people. And that’s basically what we’re here to do – help people get their vehicle fixed.

“We have a great clientele, great customers who are very loyal to us and have always been,” he added. “And that makes it fun. And I’ve got a great group of guys who work for me, right down to her.”

Brenda’s background is as a dental hygienist. She still works two or three days a week at Pine City Dental, but then heads over to Mohr Parts where she holds the title of vice president/secretary and takes care of much of the paperwork involved in the business.

“We had always known that it would take a group effort to do this,” she said. “And so we both had to be 100 percent engaged.”

“She’s been burning the candle at both ends,” Josh said.

“I enjoy it,” she said. “I do enjoy dental hygiene, but I like to work, I like to keep busy.

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Josh and Brenda Mohr are the new owners of Mohr Parts and Supplies, Inc. – a business that has been in the family since Lenny Mohr started it in 1972.

“We like to do things together,” she added. “We always have. It’s that team feeling. We’re doing this together. You put your all into it and see where it goes.”

That sharing and togetherness extends to parenting duties.

“A lot of times she’s in here until nine at night,” Josh said. “I’ll take the kids sometimes, or I’ve got something to do and then she’ll take the kids.”

“Or everybody’s here ‘helping,’ Brenda said, laughing.

“And you know how that works with the three-yearold,” Josh said.

He said they’re excited with taking the longtime family business in their own direction.

“I just want to see the potential of this place,” he said.

“I think we do a lot already. When we talk to other stores ... and tell them how much business we do in a year, they can’t believe it.”

But the name, Mohr Parts and Supplies, Inc., will remain the same, even as they seek to improve and expand the business.

“I was proud of that, that grandpa started this,” Josh said. “I wanted to keep the name.”

“He takes so much pride in it,” Brenda said. “It’s been the family name for so long.”

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JUNE 29 ‘Make a Tunnel Book’ Youth ages 12-17 can sign up for “Make a Tunnel Book,” an event that will challenge them to think creatively as they explore depth perspective with text and image, at the Pine City Public Library at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 29. Registration is required. Sign up at the library or call 320-629-6403.

Space is limited.

Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature the original country & western stylings of Poppa Bear Norton at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 29 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www. ci.mora.mn.us.

JUNE 29 - JULY 3 Mammal Jam weekend St. Croix State Park welcomes the public to see exhibits and get free check-outs including birding or fishing kits, GPS units and digital cameras during Mammal Jam weekend.

Feed wildlife ambassadors or borrow gear to catch water bugs beginning Thursday, June 29 at 1 p.m.

At 4 p.m. on Friday, June 30 learn about wolves. Play animal track bingo at 6:30 p.m.

On Saturday, July 1 at 10:30 a.m. learn about animal tracks and make a plaster track. At 1 p.m. take a guided canoe trip. At 6:30 p.m. meet Spike the porcupine.

On Sunday, July 2 learn about bears and make a bear craft at 10 a.m. At 4 p.m. watch a nature movie.

On Monday, July 3 attend a “Wildlife Ambassador Meet & Greet” at 11 a.m.

Visit the website www.mndnr. gov/stcroix or call 320-384-6615 for more information.

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um on Saturday, July 1 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to learn how to weave a “God’s Eye,” a vibrant emblem used on ceremonial shields of American Indian tribes of the southwest. For cost or more information, call 320532-3632.

JULY 1 - 8 Independence Day area fireworks and events July 1 Mora: Knife Lake Boat Parade, 1 p.m., Light up the Lake with flares, 9:45 p.m.

July 3 Rush City: Fireworks at Flickabirds Resort Wahkon: Fireworks at Veteran’s Park Onamia: Fireworks at dusk July 4 Pine City: Cross Lake Boat Parade, 1 p.m. (Gather beginning at noon on north end of lake by Norway Point) Pease: Fireworks at dusk Finlayson: Freedom Fling activities beginning at 8 a.m., fireworks downtown at dusk Garrison: Fireworks over the lake Cambridge: Fireworks at the Isanti County Fairgrounds Bock: Parade at 3 p.m.

Braham: Fireworks north of high school July 8 Hinckley: Fireworks downtown Ogilvie Raceway: Fireworks after the races

JULY 6 Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature solo acoustic guitarist Luke Vizenor at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 6 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora.

For more information visit www.ci.mora.mn.us.

The Whitesidewalls at Art in the Park The Pine City Arts Council invites the community to enjoy the ‘50s rock of the Whitesidewalls at Art in The Park on Friday, June 30, 6 p.m., at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine City Lions will serve pulled pork beginning at 5:30 p.m. New this year is free transportation by Arrowhead Transit from 6-9 p.m. Pick up schedule is 6 p.m. at Westchester Apartments, 6:10 p.m. at the Senior Dining site, and 6:20 p.m. at Golden Horizons Assisted Living. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the free show.

JULY 1 Kids’ crafts at Mille Lacs Kids ages 8 and up are invited to the Mille Lacs Indian Muse-

JULY 7 & 8 Corn & Clover Carnival Hinckley’s annual Corn & Clover Carnival celebrates 106 years on Friday and Saturday, July 7 and 8. There will be rides, food stands, a beer garden and more. On opening day at 1 p.m. there is a sidewalk chalk art contest and at 5 p.m. is the Little Miss Hinckley Pageant followed by the Kiddie Parade, and Miss Hinckley Pageant at 7 p.m. The “Hinckley Idol” talent show is at 8 p.m. A street dance begins at 9 p.m. The big parade is on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Also on Saturday there is a pancake breakfast, kids’ activities, music, a magic show and more.

Fireworks follow at dusk. Visit www.hinckleychamber.com or call 320-384-7837 for a full schedule of times and events.

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Summer Preschool Storytime

The Isanti Firefighters’ 41st annual PRCA Championship Rodeo fundraiser will take place at the Isanti Rodeo Grounds Friday through Sunday, July 7 - 9 beginning at 5:30 p.m. each day with goat tying and mutton bustin’ followed by the rodeo at 6:30 p.m. The live band, Bad Jack, will perform all three days. Xtreme Bulls will be featured at 3 p.m. on Sunday. For advance sale tickets or information, call 612-669-2326, email marc@.isantifiredistrict. org or visit isantifiredistrict.org online.

Children ages 3 to 5 and their siblings are invited to the Rush City Public Library on Tuesday, July 11, 4 p.m., for “Super Heroes” themed stories, songs and more at Summer Preschool Storytime. This free activity is part of the library system’s summer reading program, “Reading by Design!” Visit www.ecrlib.org for more information.

JULY 9 ‘Thankful Festival’ in Rush City The public is invited to attend a “Thankful Festival” on Sunday, July 9 beginning at 12 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Rush City. This is an opportunity to show thankfulness to God for all His blessings. Activities include free lunch, outdoor games and music. St. John’s Lutheran Church is located at 980 West 4th Street. For more information contact Jessica Nelson at 320-224-9519 or visit www.stjohnsrushcity.org.

JULY 11 Button making fun at the library Kids ages 8-17 are invited to use the new button maker at the Pine City Public Library to create one-inch unique and fun pin-back buttons out of pictures from magazines, discarded books and more. The library will provide all the necessary materials to make the buttons on Tuesday, July 11 from 3-5 p.m. Registration is required, and space is limited. Sign up at the library or call 320-629-6403.

JULY 12 ‘Books ‘n’ Boxes’ art event Rush City Public Library invites those ages 6 through adult to team up for an event called Books ‘n’ Boxes from 6:30-8 p.m.

Wednesday, July 12. Teams will choose a book cover via random drawing and receive a shoebox containing miscellaneous items. Teams read the story, then craft from the boxed items something of significance in the story. Then, entertain the other teams with a retelling of the story and presentation of the art project. Registration is required

by Saturday, July 8. Sign up at the library or call 320-358-3948.

JULY 13 - 16 Heritage Players present ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ The Pine City Heritage Players will present their humorous production of “Bye Bye Birdie” at the Pine City High School auditorium Thursday through Saturday, July 13, 14 and 15 at 7 p.m., and closing with a matinee Sunday, July 16 at 2 p.m.

All tickets are general admission seating and are available in advance (beginning July 1) or at the door. Visit www.pinecityheritageplayers.com or call 320-298-0014.

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Library Lego Club in Hinckley Kids in grades 1-6 are invited to Lego Club at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 11 at the Hinckley Public Library. The kids’ creations will be displayed in the library for one week. Legos will be supplied by the library, so leave personal Legos at home. For more information, call the library at 320-384-6351 (ask for the Hinckley branch), drop by the library at 106 First St. SE, or visit www. ecrlib.org.

Historical Society picnic

Birch bark basket workshop Learn how to store and work with birch bark in a one-day workshop at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post on Saturday, July 15 from noon to 4 p.m. Participants will make a large basket to take home. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required three days prior; visit the website: www.mnhs.org/ millelacs or call 320-532-3632.

The North Chisago Historical Society invites the public to their annual picnic on Tuesday, July 11 at 6 p.m. at Frandsen Park on Rush Lake. Bring a dish to pass. Drinks will be furnished. Music is planned, along with enjoying the outdoors, hiking, fishing, and the 9 hole disk golf course. Frandsen Park is located five miles west of Rush City on Co. Rd. 1, then two miles west on Co. Rd. 2. For more information email: ileneoh@ gmail.com.

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MEETINGS THURSDAY 6/29 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.

WINDOW-Domestic abuse support group: 6 p.m., Journey North Church, Pine City 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 SATURDAY 7/1 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 7/2 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 7/3 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m.

Pine City Blue Star Moms: Pine City VFW Post, 6:30 p.m.

AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church WEDNESDAY 7/5 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Pine County Board: 10 a.m., Pine Co. History Museum, Askov 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 Council: 6:30 p.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

SENIOR DINING July 3 - 7 Monday: Beef tips in gravy, egg noodles, French cut green beans, lettuce salad, baked sliced apples Tuesday: Dining Site closed for Independence Day Wednesday: Roast turkey, whipped potatoes with gravy, country trio vegetables, dinner roll, pie Thursday: BBQ pork on a bun, o’brien potatoes, broccoli raisin salad, cookie Friday: Salmon loaf, baked potato, peas in cream sauce, wheat dinner roll, sweetened strawberries Cost is $4.00 for people over 60 and $7.50 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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America’s common purpose

Grilling hot dogs and corn on the cob, marching in parades, staying up late to watch fireworks light up the night sky – the Fourth of July always reminds us how united we are. We are united in independence. We are united in freedom. We are united in patriotism, our unwavering love of this nation and the people in it.

That’s something to celebrate, even if sometimes it’s easy to forget – with all the partisanship and division we see in this nation we love.

Our founders faced divisions in 1776 – different colonies, different backuchar U.S. grounds, different religions, even different visions for our democracy. But Senator despite those differences, 241 years Amy ago, they came together, signed a decKlobuchar laration, and changed the course of history.

They knew that there was more that united them than divided them. They were driven by a common purpose, and that purpose was freedom. And they worked hard for it, so that they’re children and grandchildren would be better off.

We’re still doing that today. Just look out across Minnesota and around the country, and we see it happening everywhere.

We see innovators and business owners thinking up new ways to take on big challenges – like preparing workers for the 21st century economy and fixing roads and bridges. We see men and women in the military risking their lives overseas to protect all of us here at home. We see parents and grandparents doing everything they can to give their kids and grandkids a brighter future. We see people who really care – teachers and nurses and engineers and firefighters and law enforcement officers who work hard every day to strengthen their communities.

We see that common purpose. We see America.

So, this Independence Day, let’s make our own declaration: To respect one another and always remember that there is more that unites us than divides us. We are one nation – with self-evident truths, with inalienable rights, with liberty, with justice for all.

I’ll end with this: I was at the Congressional baseball game a few weeks ago, which took place just the day after the terrible shooting at the Republican team’s practice in Virginia.

At the game, with nearly 25,000 people in the stands, we saw that spirit of unity. Everyone stood and applauded when David Bailey, one of the Capitol Police officers injured in the shooting, took to the mound to throw out the first pitch. And at the end of the game, the winning team – the Democratic team – handed their trophy to the Republican team. They said, “Put it in Representative Scalise’s office.”

Instead of two teams, they showed that we are one team. We are America.

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July.

Clarification

Pine County combined the auditor and treasurer offices in 2009 not 2014 as reported in the auditor-treasurer story from June 22.

July Fourth is number one It’s the best holiday of the year – my favorite. And not just because you get to eat ice cream at lunch and roasted marshm mallows after dark – a although that clearlly has something to d do with it. Christm mas and birthday ffans might think the F Fourth of July is an u unusual choice for a preferred holiday, b but I have my reassons. Six of them, in ffact.

Reason number ssix – freedom to eat.

Whether it’s turkey with stuffing, cake with candles, black-eyed peas, a pumpkin filled with miniature candy bars or chocolate bunnies with their ears bitten off, holidays are all about the edibles.

Independence Day is chock full of eating opportunities of the best kind – corn on the cob, watermelon, baked beans, hamburgers and hot dogs – simple fare that’s easy to make and tastes good going down. Best of all, most of it can be prepared and eaten outdoors. Who doesn’t love a picnic?

Which leads me to reason number five – freedom to enjoy the weather. Most other holidays – New Year’s Day, Ground Hog’s Day, Super Bowl Sunday and even my birthday – fall during the colder-weather months. If I want to

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spend the day outside in the sun next to a lake that isn’t frozen – well, then the Fourth of July is clearly my best option.

Reason number four – freedom to enjoy the people. If you’re going to spend a day outdoors eating too much good food, you might as well do it with people you enjoy.

Independence Day allows you this independence. Other holidays come with expectations of enduring Uncle Frank’s infamous pullmy-finger prank and eating Aunt Frieda’s special green bean casserole – again. Lots of families spend the Fourth together – because they want to. That’s how a holiday should be. Fun. Reason number three – freedom to have fun. You watch a parade by day and a fireworks-filled sky by night. In between there might be sack races, the Star Spangled Banner and sparklers. From sunup to well past sundown, there’s something for everyone. You can stay up until midnight – or not.

Even Uncle Frank’s pranks take on a new sense of levity. (Which finger, Uncle Frank?)

The fabulous, unfrittered fun of the day brings us to reason number two – freedom from expectations. No one looks for wrapped packages or a basket filled with egg-shaped candy on Independence Day. It is void of expectations regarding gift giving, ghostly ghouls or flying reindeer. This

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isn’t a holiday about gimmes. It’s bigger than that.

As big as reason number one – freedom to be free. This is the best, most important and (really) only reason to revere the Fourth of July. It is a holiday about living in the greatest country in the world – one where we enjoy freedom and liberties others dare only imagine. This freedom didn’t come easily or without cost. Throughout the history of the United States, many people have given their lives so we can light our barbecue grills and sparklers on the Fourth of July. We may not be perfect; we may disagree about politics and other issues, but I feel lucky to live in a place where we are free to disagree. I salute our flag, sing America the Beautiful loud and proud (albeit off-key) and at the end of the day go to bed thankful that I know the reality of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

Some days are better than others. As far as I am concerned the Fourth of July is one of the best.

Enjoy. Celebrate. Give a deserved hug to someone in uniform. God bless America.

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Hand knit socks said to be the best for soldiers in 1917 10 Years Ago, 2007 Patriot guard riders received a sincere salute from Gov. Tim Pawlenty who visited the rally for about two hours on Saturday afternoon. Mayor Jane Robbins and council member Mark N Nisley were on hand to g greet the riders and the G Governor.

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The Pine County Dairy Assn. announced that the 2007 June Dairy Baby is Carli Ann Gow. Carli Ann was the first Pine County baby born on June 2 during June Dairy Month. Her parents are Chad and Kim Gow of Askov.

Pine City Dragon Football Camp was in session early this week. The goals of the camp are to start the process of getting the athletes into shape for the physical sport and to work on specific positions and skills.

The Pine County Board discussed changes in the junkyard ordinance. Zoning administrator Dale Powers told the board members that he had reviewed the draft of the proposed ordinance and felt that it seemed to over-regulate farmland in the county.

A caller on Wilderness Retreat, Pine City, reported someone possibly prowling around outside. Deputies responded and found it was a black bear eating out of the bird feeder.

25 Years Ago, 1992 The Solid Waste Commission admits there is a crisis when it comes to keeping

the Solid Waste composting facility near Mora open. They need $400,000 just to keep the doors open through July.

The unusual Mother’s Day gift of a skydiving lesson gave a Pine City woman a thrill she never expected. Karen Kozak will never forget the experience of her tandem skydive. A certified instructor was harnessed to her and, using one parachute, they floated together to the ground.

Rock Creek Lion Arnie Johnson received a Melvin Jones Fellowship award from his club. Lions district director Pete Kleingartner presented the award.

The Barbary Coast Banjo Brass Band will entertain their audience with Dixieland music at Art in the Park this Friday evening.

This week Grant Carlson, Jeffrey Jahnz, and Kip Rydberg all of Pine City, completed training at Legionville School Patrol Training Center.

Ten-year-old fisherman Aaron Samuelson, son of Loren and Carole Samuelson, Pine City, caught a 13 lb. 2 oz. northern in Cross Lake. He was using a dare-devil lure.

Winners in the annual Pine City Morning League Women’s Golf Invitational were Nancy Stevens, Hope Vasseur, Karen Nelson, Betty Griffin, Marge Eckstrom, Peg Lehmann, Bev Furber, Patty Melby, Edith Hadlich, Pat Teich and Kathy Hagberg.

Gina M. Bacigalupi, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bacigalupi, Pine City, graduated with highest honors from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies. Bacigalupi, a 1988 graduate of Pine City High School, will study at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, as a Rotary Club scholar in the fall.

50 Years Ago, 1969 Mr. and Mrs. John Miska of Pine City found the walleye fishing very rewarding in Pokegama Lake last week when John hooked a five-and-one-half pound beauty. His wife was not to be outdone so she landed a seven pound lunker. The Mistas report that they were trolling near the island at the north end of the lake using minnows for bait.

Walter Silesky, owner and operator of the Fair Store grocery in Pine City since 1954, this week formally announced the

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Pine City’s Wednesday morning flea market drew a good crowd in 1992. The produce stands were even then known for the quality and variety of their fruits and vegetables and continue to bring shoppers from far and wide. The market has been a midweek attraction for 45 years.

sale of the store to Fred Route of Frederic, Wisconsin. The sale ends 51 years of business in Pine City by members of the Silesky family.

Carl H. Sommer, Chairman of the Board of the State Bank of Rush City, was honored by the Minnesota Bankers Association for his 75 years of banking service to the banking industry.

75 Years Ago, 1942 Northwest housewives who have been worried about getting their allotment of sugar for canning were assured a plentiful supply under the rationing program all through the normal canning season.

Tuesday, June 23, was the date chosen

by Miss Bessie Smetana, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smetana of Beroun, for her marriage to Kenneth R. Kotek, only son of Mrs. Anna Kotek of Pine City.

The Pine City Public Library as been designated as a War Information Center and one corner of the library has been set off for display and for use by persons wishing to secure information regarding our armed forces.

Mr. and Mrs. Gust Strohkirch attend-

ed the wedding of their nephew Orville Strohkirch to Pricilla Workman at Braham on Tuesday, June 30.

100 Years Ago, 1917

Half a dozen Denham denizens were taken in by Sheriff Hawley on a charge of selling liquor without a license and were given hearings before Judge Russell at Sandstone that afternoon.

Full instructions for knitting socks as done by Canadian women, were given by Mrs. Margaret J. Blair, Home Economics lecturer. “In my trips to Canada I have found the women knitting everywhere, even in church. No other socks can compare with those knit by hand. It will be tremendously practical for our American soldiers and will add largely to the comfort of our men afield,” Mrs. Blair said.

Louis Volenec has purchased the ice and fuel business formerly operated by Postmaster Collins under the name Pine City Ice and Fuel Co. Louis has been the man-at-the-helm for some time and has the trade at his fingertips so that the change does not mean much of a change at all.

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NEWSLINE Pine City man in rollover crash KSTP.com reports that Brian Birdsall, 31, of Pine City was airlifted from the scene of a rollover crash early last Monday near Elk Mound, Wisconsin, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol.

Wisconsin law enforcement believes Birdsall’s vehicle hit the back of a semitrailer before losing control and rolling over.

No one else was injured, and the crash remains under investigation.

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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Bret Grundmeier, working out of the Hinckley area, reports that he spent time this past week patrolling ATV complaint areas and checking boating and angling activity on lakes.

One fisherman was found trying to catch crappies while trolling around the lake with multiple lines in the water. After watching and documenting the illegal fishing for a few minutes, Officer Grundmeier approached the boat to make contact. According to Grundmeier, when the angler realized he was being watched and checked by a conservation office he quickly dropped to the bottom of the boat in an attempt to hide himself while reeling up the extra lines.

The furtive actions only made things worse as the boat was not big enough or deep enough to hide what he was doing.

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Several of the donkeys discovered on the Pine County farm were found emaciated and in very poor health.

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Pine County Historical Society receives grant for nearly $10,000 The Pine County Historical Society in Askov has received one of 56 Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Small Grants (up to $10,000 each), totaling $415,269 in 29 counties.

The $9,880 grant will be used to inventory the collection in the Pine County History Museum. The work is intended to provide better organization of the museum collections, which will allow for greater public access to the community’s historic resources.

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Seven donkeys, all allegedly suffering from severe neglect, were rescued from a Pine County farm on June 21.

According to a press release from Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue, the Animal Humane Society of Minnesota helped in the process of rescuing the donkeys from the farm.

The animals were taken immediately to Anoka Equine Veterinary Services where veterinarians and other animal health workers began to offer the animals care.

Health workers were able to remove extreme excess hoof growth from all of the donkeys, as well as take ra-

diographs of each one to assess the amount of damage.

One jennet in the worst condition was found to have severe chronic osteomyelitis (an inflammatory infection of the bone or bone marrow which occurs through the bloodstream and is most likely due to the existence of intracellular bacteria which attach to tissue.) After witnessing the amount of extreme pain this was causing her and consulting with the veterinary team, the rescue workers made the decision to have her humanely euthanized.

New homes will be sought for the surviving animals. For updates on the condition of the remaining six donkeys, visit http://mnhoovedanimalrescue.org.

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No down payment is required, and the interest rate could be as low as one percent with a subsidy. Applicants must meet income and credit guidelines and demonstrate repayment ability.

Data shows that Rural Development’s home loan programs increase economic development and job creation in rural communities. For example, according to the National Association of Realtors, the sale of an existing median-priced home generates more than $58,000 in economic activity. This includes direct real estate industry supports, home furnishings, appliances and landscaping and other economic activity.

The maximum loan amount for repair is $20,000 at a one percent interest rate, repayable for up to 20 years. Grants of up to $7,500 are available to homeowners 62 and older and must be used to remove health or safety hazards, such as fixing

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Adult Daybreak continues in Pine City community ACT ON ALZHEIMER’S

A small group of community members gathered around the craft tables set up in the youth room at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church on a Thursday afternoon in May. For every respite client there was a volunteer ready to assist them with the tasks for the day. Lead volunteer, Colleen Gallus, began asking the group questions about their experience through their dementia diagnosis.

One client shared that they were sent to therapy following a stroke. “I was told that if I wanted to get better, it was up to me.” She continued, “I live with my daughter and she takes care of me in all ways. Lifting me, dressing me and making my life possible. I wish there was more I could do to help.”

Throughout the questions, the volunteers continue helping, listening and offering their input. The clients and volunteers are part of the Adult Daybreak program created and administered by Family Pathways to provide respite for caregivers of family members suffering from dementia.

Presently the Daybreak program is held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and is staffed by local volunteers from several churches. The program is currently held on the first and third Thursdays of each month.

During the four hours that they meet each client is paired with a community volunteer. Together they construct crafts, play games, sing songs and share a meal together. During this time the caregiver is able to take some time to attend to their own needs.

In December of 2016 Family Pathways announced they would no longer be able to staff or fund the Daybreak program. A group of local volunteers has kept the program running through donations given by local civic organizations. Meanwhile interested community members have been meeting with the Central Minnesota Council on Aging and Lakes & Pines to formulate a long term solution to keep the program running and funded. It is hoped that the Daybreak program will be offered weekly in the future.

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The Daybreak program offers those who are in need a few hours of respite from caring for a loved one with dementia. The program takes place twice a month and is held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City.

As the discussion among the Daybreak clients was coming to a close, Gallus asked the group what challenges they are facing as a result of their diagnosis.

Though there are many challenges that they face, they were more interested in sharing their goals. “I want to be able to walk again on my own. Like a teenager wanting a driver’s license for freedom, I just want my own independence,” said one client, and the others agreed.

Those who are in need of a few hours of respite from caring for a loved one with dementia and would like

information on the Daybreak program, and those interested in volunteering with the Daybreak program, may call Colleen Gallus at 320-629-7145 (leave a message or call in the evenings) for more information.

The ACT on Alzheimer’s Pine City Action Team shares resources and information as a dementia-friendly community. Anyone interested in more information or how to become involved with making Pine City a dementia-friendly community can contact Cathy Gilmore, ACT on ALZ Pine City coordinator, at 320-310-1313 or cathyjgilmore@yahoo.com.

Presidential Educational Award winners (left) Pine City Elementary School awarded 12 sixth grade students with the President’s Educational Award. These awards honor students who have achieved high academic goals through their hard work and dedication to learning consistently for the last three years.

The students who earned the President’s Gold Award for Educational Excellence are: Fredrick Ausmus, David Brady, Daisy Huff, Brianna Rothbauer, LJ Schmidt and Vivian Cavallin.

The students awarded the President’s Silver Award for Educational Achievement are: Lydia Blatz, Ben Gregg, Eli Schultz, Isaiah Hasz, Josh Brinker and Lola Brower.

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Artists’ visions brought to life though texture and depth PINE CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Art rich in texture and significance will be featured at Pine Center for the Arts this July. Shirl Chouinard and Jeff Ambroz share their art and stories through various mediums, providing a fresh experience to Pine City art lovers.

Chouinard incorporates cloth and textiles in her art. “Humans are the only species entirely dependent upon, and deeply intertwined, with cloth,” Chouinard said.

“For me, it is extremely important to find inspiration by directly employing either the medium or the processes of the material to amplify my concepts.

My relationship to textiles is deeply personal, as it has offered me a stimulating and fertile medium for the abstraction of thoughts and feelings,” Chouinard said.

While Ambroz’s art consists of two-dimension paintings with additional elements to provide depth. “My work begins by applying primarily acrylic paints to lightweight, semi-transparent papers (most often tissue). Working in a gestural, action style, I apply the paint to the paper with brushes, sticks, cards, printmaking tools and other items.

Next, I rip and cut the painted and print-

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Jeff Ambroz’ “Spring Garden” (top left) and Shirl Chouinard’s “Roots and Pods Series #35” will be among the works featured at the July Pine Center for the Arts gallery display beginning with a special Art After Work opening reception on Friday, July 14.

ed papers and apply them to canvases, most often working to the edges and applying them in layers. The papers are applied to the receiving surfaces with a clear acrylic medium,” Ambroz said.

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“Because the papers are semi-transparent, layers of paint strokes form as the papers are layered, creating depth and visual interest. This process also allows me to choose specific paint strokes to apply to the surface and create highly complex compositions.”

His technique is as much of his message as his paintings. “Learning about my process provides an opportunity to explore how an individual chooses what to present to the world, and in what amount,” Ambroz said. “Conversely, my work also opens conversations about what we hide from the world, and to what degree.”

The July gallery will open on Friday, July 14 at the Pine Center for the Arts.

A special ‘Art After Work’ reception will be held from 4-7 p.m. in the gallery space at 265 5th Street SE. The public is invited for this free event to drop by for wine and light appetizers and an opportunity to meet the artists.

Located in Pine City, the Pine City Center for the Arts has been serving the Greater Pine City area since 2009. With a variety of programming opportunities, the non-profit, volunteer-led facility is a gathering place for artisans and art lovers alike. Artists interested in displaying their work or teaching others their skills are welcome to contact the Pine Center for the Arts. For more information, please see www.pinecenter.org.

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Pine Technical and Community College held a free community BBQ on June 21 which included a classic car and truck show – one of three car shows held in Pine City this past week, including the Pine Cruiser Car Club show at the Pine County Fairgrounds and the A&W “Back to the 50s” event.

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BUFFER: Pine County plans to enforce new law FROM PAGE 1

enforce the Buffer Law. But, there is a clock ticking on receiving funds from the State of Minnesota.

Money from the state comes with a deadline.

Pine County was given until June 28 to accept enforcement and implementation of the law.

In turn, they will receive $48,207 in 2017 and $60,259 in 2018 to implement the water quality practices and enforce them.

Commissioner Steve Hallan said there are people who just don’t believe they have to follow the soil and water requirements.

Pine County Soil and Water District Manager Jill Carlier was at the meeting. She said there are a few people who are not going to comply and that is why the county needs this law.

Carlier also commented that the Buffer Law has been received better than she had anticipated.

Hallan said he would support the county doing the enforcement.

Commissioner Steve Chaffee said he had gone back and forth on the issue of Pine County being the enforcing authority.

“I’m not sure it’s something we should do,” he

said. But, he agreed to support it.

Pine County can relinquish enforcement if they choose.

The board unanimously approved the resolution which states it will be the enforcing agency.

REVOLVING LOAN FUND The dissolution of Pine Economic Development Corporation (PECD) has meant their revolving loan fund was in need of a new management group.

Pine County’s Economic Development Office has received its first installment of those funds which will total $18,662.98 when the transfer is complete.

The revolving loan fund will be used to provide gap financing. The loan will fill a gap between conventional financing for the business or loan applicant until the project is complete.

County Administrator David Minke said the PECD funds will provide up to three loans of $5,000 at one time.

The loan comes with guidelines, eligible uses and businesses and repayment policies.

Commissioners accepted the transfer of funds to the county’s economic development authority.

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While water enthusiasts and pets enjoy swimming and boating when weather is calm and sunny, these conditions are perfect for blue-green algae, which can be harmful to both people and animals.

Last summer, bluegreen algal blooms were reported in lakes across the state. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) staff jointly investigated two reported human illnesses and multiple dog deaths following exposure to blue-green algae.

Blooms typically begin to form this month, but with the mild spring this year, blooms have already been spotted.

PEOPLE AND PETS AT RISK The appearance of a blue-green algal bloom and the unpleasant smell that occasionally accompanies a bloom typically keep most people out of the water.

However, people can become sick after they swim, boat, water ski,

or bathe in water that has toxic blue-green algae. People are exposed to the toxins by swallowing or having skin contact with water or by breathing in tiny droplets of water in the air.

“In most people, symptoms are mild and may include vomiting, diarrhea, rash, eye irritation, cough, sore throat and headache,” said MDH Epidemiologist Stephanie Gretsch.

Dogs are at risk as they are likely to wade in the areas of a lake where algal scum accumulates. Dogs are exposed to more toxins because they swallow more water than humans while swimming, then lick their coats upon leaving the water. Dogs exposed to blue-green algae can experience symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, rash, difficulty breathing, general weakness, liver failure and seizures. If your dog experiences any of these symptoms after visiting a lake, seek veterinary care immediately. In the worst cases, blue-green algae exposure can cause death.

FLEA MARKET: Making friends, making memories FROM PAGE 1

talked about the many people he has met here over the years. Like a rabbi who moved to the area, who is a vegetarian and raises chickens, geese and guineas, selling their feathers online, and writing books urging others to not kill birds for meat, as well as books about past lives. Miller also remembers the WWII pilot who used to sell diabetic socks. Someone else has started selling diabetic supplies since he died, because they saw that there was a demand. Buyers have gotten to know what to expect from the regular vendors. “I often see collectors from Stillwater and from antique stores here,” Miller said.

They search for bargains which they then bring back to their own shops or to other higher price-point markets.

“For many, this is one of the few opportunities to socialize,” Miller reasoned. “They are recluses and this gives them a sense of camaraderie, an outlet.” Many people form strong friendships which extend far beyond the space and time confines of the Flea Market. They later meet each others’ families, and spend many a blistering winter’s day by the fireplace, exchanging life stories.

Dale Kuzel of Pine City comes to the flea market for produce.

“Most just go here to visit with old friends,” he said. “It gets a very large crowd.”

You never know who or what you will find here. Some days draw musicians who entertain with their harmonicas, guitars or even an accordion. Lynda, the psychic, sets up her table with colorful rocks, jewelry, her partner’s book based on his near-death experiences, and a sign offering psychic readings.

One particular Wednesday a girl attracted a crowd as she carried around a baby fox. On another Wednesday, an unsuspecting couple purchased their first chickens, not knowing that they will not lay eggs for months yet, that some will turn out to be roosters who will battle it out, and that all will die young because this breed does not tolerate the heat. An elderly couple has been bringing old Playboy magazines to sell for years. Others re-sell new items that they purchased on sale or through heavy couponing.

Others sell jewelry, tools, books, clothing, coins, rifles, home-made wind chimes, seedlings, local honey, freshly-baked bread….

“This is an A-to-Z market,” explained Kevin Halverson. “The rustier the better. And prices are also all over the board.” Halverson drives here from Blaine, but also owns a local real estate company.

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Four-legged creatures seem to enjoy the Pine City Flea Market almost as much as their two-legged friends.

He has been selling at the Pine City Flea Market for 20 years. “This is one of the strongest flea markets,” he offered, “because it is family-run and it is easy to get to, right off the highway, and with a lot of parking.”

Some vendors and buyers travel from hundreds of miles away.

Personality plus prices makes all the difference, Halverson explained. “It’s all about being a character,” he said, as he greeted another customer and started a lively conversation with him. “I know hundreds of people here. It’s about the memories we’ve created over the years.”

“You have to be half-crazy and half-normal to make it out here,” Halverson said. “Half-crazy to be here to set up at 5 a.m., and half-normal to be honest with the buyers about the quality and condition of the items you are selling.”

The things that Halverson sees selling the best are household items, and things that people can use in their everyday life. It’s a way for young families and retirees to save money. “This is a historical landsite, plus it’s like a reunion, which brings all kinds of people out of the woodwork,” Halverson replied. “It’s good for the community. Every local business, from a gas station to a restaurant, sees a spike in sales on Wednesdays.” Local stores and restaurants get flooded with sellers and buyers following

their flea market adventures. Halverson explained that vendors get their supplies from garage sales, thrifts stores, auctions, or handmade and home-grown. “This is a hobby. Once it is in your blood, if you don’t show up, you’re going to miss it.” Halverson also shared his secret to making money, with a hearty chuckle: “Take people’s money a little bit at a time, not all at once, and you’ll stay in business.”

Flea markets have a rich history, dating back to the 1800s. They have roots in India, Bangladesh and China. It is believed that the term originated in France in 1860, from an area called the marché aux puces, with stalls out of which store owners sold their merchandise on Paris streets lined with row houses. It has been speculated that the name “flea” was coined because upholstered furniture that was sold there was infested with parasites.

In the 1870s the flea markets came to America, with the earliest one taking place in Texas, which was used to buy and sell horses. Flea markets soon became a place to buy, sell and barter goods. To this day, flea markets give an outlet to entrepreneurs, and to sellers who just need a little extra cash, and to buyers to save money or satisfy their addictions for unique things, items from their past, goods from other cultures, handcrafts and things with historical content.

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OBITUARIES

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James W. Pahos James Wall lace Pahos, w who died June 1 was born on 14, F Feb. 10, 1932, i in Markville, M Minnesota, a t town he loved.

“Paca,” as h was known he f the last 28 for y years of his life, enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska during the Korean War. The April upon his return home, he married the love of his life, Joan.

They stayed by each other’s side for sixty-three years until she passed away earlier this year.

Jim worked for the Soo Line Railroad and later Northwest Airlines until his retirement in 1992, upon which Jim and Joan moved to Las Vegas and then to northern Virginia to be near family. For Jim, these years were filled with copious amounts of golf, hours building and fixing gadgets in his workshop, leisurely egg and sausage breakfasts at Bob Evans, and cherished time with his family. Anyone who knew Jim will never forget his radiant smile, his can-do attitude, and his dedication to his friends and family.

Jim and Joan will be laid to rest together this summer in Markville in the Pahos family plot. Jim is survived by son, Steven Pahos; daughter, Paula Pahos (Joel VanVollenhoven); brother, Jon Pahos (Judy); his grandchildren Maggie Armour (Will), Lainie Pahos, Will Pahos, Sammie VanVollenhoven and Jackie VanVollenhoven.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Zion Lutheran Church, 78389 Bergman St., Markville, MN 55072.

Stevenson

Auers

Tristan James Stevenson was born on June 2, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, three ounces and was 19 inches long. His parents are Jim and Maria Stevenson of Onamia. Tristan is welcomed home by siblings Waylon, 6, and Nevaeh, 19 months. His grandparents are Jackie and Darryl Guggenberger of Foley, Diane Loon of Onamia and Tom Loon of Mora.

Keagen Theodore Auers was born on June 12, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, 4.8 ounces and was 21-1/2 inches long. His parents are Ashley Johnson and Cody Auers of Pine City. Keagen is welcomed home by siblings Joseph, 6, and Alycianna, 4. His grandparents are Corey Reed of Brook Park, Trina Johnson of Princeton, Corey Auers of Grasston and Lori Peters of Pine City.

Steele

Cox

Tucker Allen Steele was born on June 5, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed nine pounds, five ounces and was 20 inches long. His parents are Melissa and Alex Steele of Brook Park. Tucker is welcomed home by big sister Ellie.

His grandparents are Todd and Jennifer Allen and Ed and Barb Steele.

Kristofer Charles Cox was born on June 13, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, 10.14 ounces and was 20-1/4 inches long. His mother is Kristen Cox of Mora. Kristofer is welcomed home by big sister Aria Jane, 2, his grandparents, Kristofer and Dana, and aunt Kaylei, all of Mora.

Van Hale

VerWey

Christian Reed Van Hale was born on June 5, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, one ounce and was 20 inches long. His parents are Carrie and Reed Van Hale of Mora. Christian is welcomed home by big sister Kaylee. His grandparents are Frank Van Vleet and Jill Graves of Brook Park, LaRae Van Hale and Craig Stromberg of Mora.

J’Deveon Wayne Allan VerWey was born on June 15, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, 5.8 ounces. His parents are Sarah Love and Seth VerWey of Mora and Brooklyn Center. J’Deveon is welcomed home by siblings Caden, 10, Aubri, 5, J’Kobyi, 3, and J’Scyon, 3. His grandparents are Wayne and Cindy Love of Mora, Duane Anderson and Rebecca VerWey of Mora.

Quinn

Hohn

Sydney Ann Quinn was born on June 6, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, eight ounces and was 19-3/4 inches long. Her parents are Ryan Quinn and Kimberly Nelson of Milaca. Sydney is welcomed home by big sister Grace Nelson, 9. Her grandparents are Carl and Darlene Moody of Milaca, and Susie Annette Quinn.

Tenley Rae Hohn was born on June 17, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 7 ounces and was 21-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Nick and Brooke Hohn of Mora. Tenley is welcomed home by siblings Ty, 13, and Easton, 6. Her grandparents are Mark and Nancy Antonson of Mora, Wes and Sharon Hohn of Cambridge, great-grandparents David Oien of Mora and Clara DeVries of Dalbo.

WORSHIP GUIDE

Church of Christ

Grasston Baptist Church

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 www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am

Hands for Pine City

Dale Evangelical Free Church

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

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

Henriette Community Church

Grace Baptist Church

Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist

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.

550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m.

Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.

(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.

Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925

hopelutherangrasston.org Summer months starting May 27: Saturday: 5:30 p.m. Worship Service; Holy Communion first and third Saturdays and festival days.

320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.

Pomroy Chapel

915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities.

2700 320th Ave., Brook Park A NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP For Special events &/or group studies call: 320-679-3925 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Prayer 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Fellowship following Worship

Open Arms Church of God

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

Living Water Fellowship

Hustletown Community Church Non-denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln. Pastor Bruce Thompson 320-225-9231 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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 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

Living Hope Christian Center Pastor Jeremy Langmade Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road

406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Children’s ministry

320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday (summer schedule) 9:00 a.m.

Coffee and fellowship following the service Thursday 5:50 p.m. with summer Sunday school for preK-6th VBS July 24-28, 2017

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.com

Pine City Evangelical Free Church

Zion Lutheran Church

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

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

South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship

The businesses below invite you to attend the house of worship of your choice.

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NOTICE The Pine County Board of Commissioners will conduct public meetings at 10:00 a.m., August 1, 2017 at the Pine County History Museum, 6333 H.C. Anderson Alle, Askov, Minnesota and at 7:00 p.m., August 1, 2017, at the Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive, Pine City, Minnesota. At these meetings, the public will be provided an opportunity to speak for or against the adoption of the following proposed resolution making the County Auditor-Treasurer an appointed position.

PROPOSED RESOLUTION 2017-40 A Resolution Making the Pine County Auditor-Treasurer an Appointed Position WHEREAS, Minnesota Session Laws 2017, Chapter 92 is an act that provides a process for making the elected Pine County office of Auditor-Treasurer appointive in Pine County; and WHEREAS, the Pine County Board of Commissioners held public meetings August 1, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. and August 1, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. During those public meetings, the public was provided an opportunity to comment on making the Office of Auditor-Treasurer appointive.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PINE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, the office of the Pine County AuditorTreasurer is made appointive as of January 7, 2019, or sooner if the office shall be declared vacant; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Human Resources Manager is directed to work with the Elected County Auditor-Treasurer and Personnel Committee to prepare and/or update job descriptions and grades for the positions that will be impacted; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the County Administrator is directed to ensure compliance with Minnesota Statutes section 645.021, subdivisions 2 and 3, and to complete other administrative requirements to ensure compliance with the law.

Matthew W. Ludwig, Chair Pine County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: David J. Minke, Clerk to the County Board Pine County Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 29 and July 6, 2017

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 29, 2017

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE IN DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: Torrens Registration Court File No. 58-CV-17-233 SUMMONS IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF: Fernando J. Partida-Ruesga and Mary J. Partida, as Trustees of the Trust Agreement of Fernando J. Partida-Ruesga and Mary J. Partida, to Register Title to the following described land situated in Pine County, Minnesota, to-wit: That part of Government Lot 2, Section 28, Township 39, Range 21, (formerly platted as part of VEENHOVEN AND BRANDES FIRST ADDITION TO PINE CITY), and that part of Alley No. 1, VEENHOVEN AND BRANDES FIRST ADDITION TO PINE CITY, and that part of Lot 21 of VEENHOVEN AND BRANDIS ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE VILLAGE OF PINE CITY, and that part of the unnamed vacated alley lying westerly of said Lot 21, VEENHOVEN AND BRANDIS ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE VILLAGE OF PINE CITY, all in Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the northeast corner of said Government Lot 2; thence westerly, along the north line of said Government Lot 2, 19.0 feet; thence southerly, at a right angle, 12.5 feet; thence westerly, parallel with the north line of said Government Lot 2, 7.0 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence southerly, deflecting to the left 87 degrees 51 minutes 14 seconds, 158.5 feet; thence southeasterly, deflecting to the left 84 degrees 50 minutes 57 seconds, 121 feet, more or less, to the shoreline of Cross Lake; thence northeasterly along said shoreline to the intersection with Line “A” described below; thence northwesterly along said Line “A” to the west line of said Lot 21 of VEENHOVEN AND BRANDIS ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE VILLAGE OF PINE CITY; thence northerly along the west line of said Lot 21 to the intersection with a line that is parallel with the north line of said Government Lot 2 and extends easterly from the point of beginning; thence westerly,

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parallel with the north line of said Government Lot 2 to the point of beginning.

Description for Line “A” Commencing at the northwest corner of Lot 21, of VEENHOVEN AND BRANDIS ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE VILLAGE OF PINE CITY; thence on an assumed bearing of South, along the west line of said Lot 21, 290 feet to the point of beginning of Line “A” to be described; thence South 41 degrees 30 seconds East, 28.35 feet; thence South 55 degrees 55 minutes 05 seconds East, 18.33 feet; thence South 34 degrees 55 seconds 37 minutes East, 54 feet, more or less, to the shoreline of Cross Lake and Line “A” there terminating.

Applicants, vs.

City of Pine City; Paul Bacigalupi and Mary Kathleen Bacigalupi; United Educators Credit Union; Nicholas J. Koppy and Amber R. Koppy; KleinBank dba KleinMortgage; Grant L. Nicoll and Lynn R. Nicoll; Stearns Bank, NA; Heirs and devisees, known and unknown, of any of the abovenamed persons; and all other persons or parties unknown claiming any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the real estate described in the Application herein, Defendants.

THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to answer the Application of the Applicants in the above-entitled proceeding and to file your Answer to the said Application in the office of the Court Administrator of said Court, in said County, within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons upon you, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to answer the said Application within the time aforesaid, the Applicants in this proceeding will apply to the court for the relief demanded therein.

WITNESS, Court Administrator of said court and the seal thereof, at Pine City, Minnesota, in said County, this 8 day of June, 2017.

Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Spencer, Sarah (Pine Court Administration) 2017.06.08 08:20:25-05’00’ /s/ Lu Ann Blegen Court Administrator By: /s/ Sarah Spencer Spencer, Sarah (Pine Court Administration) 2017.06.08 08:20:01-05’00’ Deputy APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Daniel Blake Daniel Blake Examiner of Titles This instrument was drafted by: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street South Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 Atty. Reg. No. 0388929 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 15, 22 and 29, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case Type: Civil Other Court File No. 8-CV-09-472 SUMMONS Michael S. Smith and Peggy J. Smith, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants Plaintiffs, v.

Patricia Lynn Sweeny, a/k/a Patricia L. Sweeny; JP Morgan Chase Bank; along with the unknown heirs and assigns of each Defendant named herein and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein.

Defendants.

THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: Patricia Lynn Sweeny a/k/a Patricia L. Sweeny at 205 Sullivan Ave S., Hinckley, MN 55037; JP Morgan Chase Bank at 4 Chase Metro Tech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11245, and the unknown heirs of each defendant named herein, and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint therein.

1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file in the office of the court administrator of the above-named court. 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

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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: Ledin, Hofstad, Troth & Fleming, Ltd., 539 Main Street South, Pine City, MN 55063.

3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff 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 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.

7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Pine County, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: Lots 7 & 8, Block 144, Original Townsite of Hinckley, and that part of vacated Felton Avenue lying South of said Lots 7 and 8, Pine County, Minnesota.

The object of this action is to obtain an Order for the following relief: a. Determining that Plaintiffs are the owners of a portion of the above referenced property in fee simple, and that none of the Defendants have any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in that portion of real estate described in the Complaint. b. Proposed Description for Parcel A. That part of Lots 7 & 8, Block 144, Original Townsite of Hinckley, Pine County, Minnesota, which lies Northerly of the North line of Lots 7 & 8, Block 143, Original Townsite of Hinckley extended Westerly. c.

Proposed Remainder Description. That part of Lots 7 & 8, Block 144, Original Townsite of Hinckley, Pine County, Minnesota, which lies Southerly of the North line of Lots 7 & 8, Block 143, Original Townsite of Hinckley extended Westerly AND That part of vacated Felton Avenue in Block 144, Original Townsite of Hinckley, Pine County, Minnesota lying South of Lots 7 & 8 of said Block 144.

557.03 NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 557.03, you are hereby served with notice that no personal claim is made against you and that any defendant upon whom this notice is served who unreasonably defends this action shall pay full costs to the plaintiffs.

Dated: September 26, 2016 LEDIN, HOFSTAD, TROTH & FLEMING , LTD. /s/Mike Fleming Mike Fleming Attorney for Plaintiffs 539 Main Street South Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-7537 Attorney Reg. No. 0396467 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 29, July 6 and 13, 2017

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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER

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NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has been made in the terms and conditions of the Declaration of Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., (hereinafter the “Declaration”) recorded in the office of the County Recorder of Pine County, Minnesota on June 23, 2011, as Document No. 495140, which covers the following property: Legal Description: Lot 2, Block 2, Pathfinder Village-St. Croix 11th Addition, Pine County, Minnesota PID: R09-6313-000 THAT pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing as of June 12, 2017, from James P. Smith, title holder, to Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., a Minnesota non-profit corporation, the amount of $5,464.44, for assessments, late fees and collection costs, plus additional assessments and other amounts that may have accrued since the date of this notice, including the costs of collection and foreclosure; THAT prior to the commencement of this foreclosure proceeding, Lienor complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said lien, or any part thereof; THAT the owner has not been released from his financial obligation to pay said amount; THAT pursuant to the Declaration, said debt creates a lien upon said premises in favor of Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., as evidenced by a lien statement dated April 28, 2017, and recorded on May 3, 2017, in the office of the Pine County Recorder as Document No. A-533089; THAT pursuant to the power of sale granted by the owners in taking title to the premises subject to said Declaration, said lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said property by the sheriff of said County at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Drive NW, City of Pine City, County of Pine, State of Minnesota, on August 17, 2017, at 10 a.m., at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, to pay the amount then due for said assessments, together with the costs of foreclosure, including attorney’s fees as allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by the unit owners, their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of said sale.

DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: The date on or before which the owner must vacate the property if the account is not brought current or the property redeemed under Minn.

Stat. § 580.23 is February 17, 2018.

If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the next business day at 11:59 p.m.

REDEMPTION NOTICE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE OWNER, THE OWNER’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., Lienor Dated: June 12, 2017 By /s/ Nigel H. Mendez Nigel H. Mendez (0347917) Carlson & Associates, Ltd. 1052 Centerville Circle Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 (651) 287-8640 ATTORNEY FOR PATHFINDER VILLAGE – ST. CROIX OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 2017

NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has been made in the terms and conditions of the Declaration of Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., (hereinafter the “Declaration”) recorded in the office of the County Recorder of Pine County, Minnesota on June 23, 2011, as Document No. 495140, which covers the following property: Legal Description: Lot 3, Block 2, Pathfinder Village-St. Croix 11th Addition, Pine County, Minnesota PID: R09-6314-000 THAT pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing as of June 12, 2017, from James P. Smith and Janice E. Smith, title holders, to Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., a Minnesota non-profit corporation, the amount of $4,415.54, for assessments, late fees and collection costs, plus additional assessments and other amounts that may have accrued since the date of this notice, including the costs of collection and foreclosure; THAT prior to the commencement of this foreclosure proceeding, Lienor complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said lien, or any part thereof; THAT the owners have not been released from their financial obligation to pay said amount; THAT pursuant to the Declaration, said debt creates a lien upon said premises in favor of Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., as evidenced by a lien statement dated May 27, 2017, and recorded on June 2, 2017, in the office of the Pine County Recorder as Document No. A-533679; THAT pursuant to the power of sale granted by the owners in taking title to the premises subject to said Declaration, said lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said property by the sheriff of said County at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Drive NW, City of Pine City, County of Pine, State of Minnesota, on August 17, 2017, at 10 a.m., at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, to pay the amount then due for said assessments, together with the costs of foreclosure, including attorney’s fees as allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by the unit owners, their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of said sale.

DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: The date on or before which the owner must vacate the property if the account is not brought current or the property redeemed under Minn.

Stat. § 580.23 is February 17, 2018.

If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate is the next business day at 11:59 p.m.

REDEMPTION NOTICE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE OWNER, THE OWNER’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., Lienor Dated: June 12, 2017 By /s/ Nigel H. Mendez Nigel H. Mendez (0347917) Carlson & Associates, Ltd. 1052 Centerville Circle Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 (651) 287-8640 ATTORNEY FOR PATHFINDER VILLAGE – ST. CROIX OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 2017

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June 19 - 25 Theft, burglary, vandalism June 19, 7:42 a.m., report of theft, Government Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

June 19, 5:30 p.m., report of fraud, Johnson Ave., Pine City south.

June 20, 4:31 p.m., report of computer crime, 2nd St., Pine City north.

June 21, 11:49 a.m., report of theft, Rolling Meadows Cir., Rock Creek west.

June 21, 1:10 p.m., report of property damage, Main St./Airport Rd., Pine City north.

June 21, 3:12 p.m., report of vehicle exterior damage, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south.

June 22, 10:07 a.m., report of damage to property, Harvest Rd., Royalton Twp. June 22, 10:38 p.m., report of theft, 5th Ave., Pine City south.

June 23, 11:57 a.m., report of theft, Hawk Ridge Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

June 23, 1:32 p.m., report of burglary, Blueberry Island Rd., Mission Creek Twp. June 25, 1:03 p.m., report of property damage, State Hwy. 70/570th St., Rock Creek west.

Miscellaneous June 19, 3:41 a.m., report of assault, 10th St., Pine City south.

June 20, 8:40 a.m., report of assault, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south.

June 20, 12:25 p.m., report of suspicious activity, River Island Rd./Northern Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

June 20, 3:16 p.m., report of disturbance, Prairie Dr., Pokegama Twp. east.

June 20, 5:55 p.m., report of garbage call, 9th St., Pine City south.

June 21, 6:43 p.m., report of animal disturbance, 8th Ave., Pine City south.

June 21, 9:32 p.m., report of drunk, 580th St./Nature Ave., Pine City Twp. east.

June 22, 5:48 a.m., report of repeat offender problem, 10th St., Pine City south.

June 22, 1:28 p.m., report of suspicious activity, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek east.

June 23, 6:13 a.m., report of garbage call, Henriette Rd., Pokegama Twp. east.

June 24, 6:55 a.m., report of loud music, 3rd St., Pine City south.

June 24, 7:17 p.m., report of ATV patrol, Main St., Pine City south.

June 24, 7:42 p.m.,report of neighbor trouble, 3rd Ave., Pine City north.

June 25, 8:27 a.m., report of animal disturbance, Highwood Shores Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

June 25, 8:04 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Wildflower Rd./Brunswick Rd., Royalton Twp.

Fires and accidents June 21, 10:02 p.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Canary Rd., Royalton Twp. June 25, 12:26 a.m., report of personal injury H & R, State Hwy. 70/Nature Ave., Rock Creek east June 25, 4:17 a.m., report of personal injury, I-35, Pine City Twp. west.

Jail roster June 19, Jacklynn Marie Blaszczyk, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weaponother weapon... domestic assault- GM. June 19, Ryan Matthew Granger, warrant, hold for other agency, contempt

of court- fail to pay ord...; Pine County warrant, remand-bail, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control... Released June 22.

June 19, Corey Miles Coplan, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, fleeing police officer in motor v... Released June 21.

June 19, Koda David Aanenson, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, trespassreturn to property within... Released June 20.

June 20, Koda David Aanenson, awaiting trial/court, remand-hold, domestic assault- misdemeanor- commit...; remand-bail, theft- $500 or less- M...

June 20, Lisa Marie Krey, warrant, hold for other agency, theft- take/use/transfer movable pro...; remand-hold, fugitive from justice from other st... drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu...

June 20, Travis Lee Weyaus, hold for other agency, burglary- 2nd degree- resforced- unknown...

June 20, Raymond Frank Pedginski Jr., awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-RPR, domestic assault- by strangulation, domestic assault-misd.

Released June 22.

June 20, Nicole Linn Wendlandt, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, domestic assault-GM- subsequent vio... Released June 22.

June 20, Quamari Jequan Robinson, hold for other agency, criminal sexual conduct- 3rd degree- v... Released June 21.

June 21, Allen Charles Sheppard, awaiting trial/court, remand- bail, govt- obstruct legal process- force-G...; disturbdisorderly conduct; criminal damage to property- 1st degree- $1001 and great...; assault- terrorist threats reckless dis...

June 21, Garrett Paul Sherer, warrant, hold for other agency, drugs- 1st degreeposs...; remand-RPR, trespassing- business; remand-bail, fugitive from justice from other st...

June 21, Katie Ann Bugg, hold for other agency, stolen property- poss- other property- $501... Released June 22.

June 21, Angela Marie Evans, probation/ parole violation, traffic- DUI- 3rd degreealcohol conc over... Released June 22.

June 21, Matthew Scott Smith, warrant, Pine County writ, theft- take/use/transfer movable... Released June 22.

June 22, Keith John Erickson, warrant, remand-hold, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu...

June 22, Nathaniel Godfrey Kratochvil, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, disturb- disorderly conduct, govt- obstruct legal process- interfe... disorderly conduct- offensive/abusiv...

June 22, Chelsea Rae Parson, warrant, hold for other agency, theft- $500 or less- M...; under sentence, theft of rental property- conceals...

June 22, Shanise Rae St. John, warrant, remand-bail, bring/send/introduce/ possess contraband... drugs- poss/sale hypo syringe/needle... 5th degree- poss/ procure/control su... paraphernalia- possess; govt- smuggle- contraband into prison; traffic- driving after revocation.

June 22, Dale John Pletcher, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weapon... terroristic threats... domestic assault- Fe... weapon- dangerous weapondischarge... disturb- disorderly conduct.

Released June 24.

June 22, Kimberly Jo Letexier, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, remand-RPR, govt- smuggle- contraband into prison, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety, drugs- 5th degree- possess sche... Released June 23.

June 22, Delbert Gary Shabaiash Jr., awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, obstruct firefighting- interfere... Released June 23.

June 22, Taylor Mae Welle-Loehrer, hold for other agency, theft- $500 or less- M...

Released June 22.

June 23, Stephen Michael Bochniak, hold for other agency, fraud- financial trans card fraud...; drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su...

June 23, Matthew Allen Fleeger, under sentence, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no...; traffic- DUI- 2nd degree- alcohol conc over...

June 23, Aaron Andrew Murray, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, govt- violation of harass/restr order- mis...

June 23, Jason David Allsbrook, hold for other agency, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no... Released June 23.

June 23, Valerie June Boyd, book and release, summons, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit... Released June 23.

June 23, Duke Lloyd Roseland, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in...; Pine County warrant, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree- alcohol conc over...

Released June 23.

June 23, Martin Ross Weidendorf, book and release, summons, harassmentsecond or subsequent... Released June 23.

June 24, Christina Alice Benson, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, theft- $500 or less-M...; probable cause, traffic- no proof insurance 2 prior convictio... driving after revocation.

June 24, Laurra Mary Dietrich, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, driver’s licenses- use fictitious name...; hold for other agency, drugs- 3rd degree- possess 3 gram... 5th degree- poss/procure/ control su...

June 24, Leslee Merie Villebrun, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs5th degree- procure/possess/co... pharmacy- legend drugs- unlawful...

June 24, Victoria Cheryla’Ah Miles, hold for other agency, liquor- underage consumption 18-21... Released June 24.

June 25, Sonya Jean Campbell, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss...

June 25, Robert James Livingston Jr., awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- domestic assault- misd.

June 25, Mitchell Lee Matrious, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- domestic assault- misd.

June 25, Ashley Lynn Norell, Pine County warrant, traffic regulation- driver must carry...

June 25, Charlotte Haydn Malpass, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DWI- 4th degree drive while impaired. Released June 25.

June 25, Anthony Raymond Shermer, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree. Released June 25.

There have been 1,182 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2017.

COLLEGE Graduates St. Cloud State University held commencement ceremonies May 5, 2017. The following local students were among the graduates: Rebecca Feigum of Braham, Graduate Certificate, SPED: Academic and Behavioral Strategist; Danielle Kieser of Brook Park, Bachelor of Science, Elementary/K-6 Education, Summa Cum Laude; Joseph Pangerl of Pine City, Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Cum Laude; Rebecca Huelsnitz of Sandstone, Master of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders.

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