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Parties prepare for Feb. 6 caucus BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Members of the Pine County Republicans and Pine 11B DFL are preparing to dive into the 2018 political season starting with caucus night on Feb. 6. DFL CAUCUS Members of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party will report to two locations in Pine County for the Feb. 6 caucus, with registration starting at 6:30 p.m. Those living in the Pine City area, Hinckley and southern Pine County will meet at Pine Technical College (900 4th St SE) in Pine City. Anyone living in or north of Sandstone Township will meet at the Askov Community Center (6369 Merchants Road). REPUBLICAN CAUCUS Members of the Republican Party will report to a single location in Pine County for their caucus. They will meet on Feb. 6 at Hinckley/Finlayson High School (201 Main Street E) at 7 p.m.
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A great time for a good cause Jade Berglund was all smiles as he took to the ice during the Beau Berglund Memorial Hockey Tournament on Jan. 20 on the outdoor rink at the Pine City Civic Center.
FIRST STEP TOWARD FALL ELECTIONS This fall, Pine County voters will have the chance to cast their ballots in a number of local, regional and statewide contests including the races for Governor, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Representative in the Eighth District. Pine 11B DFL Chair Tom Kurhajetz said that joining the caucus is a first step towards helping find a solution
to the country’s problems. “The main thing is that if you haven’t been part of [the process], what do you have to complain about?” Kurhajetz asked. “That’s what you see, a lot of times. People start complaining. But what have you done to change it?” “This is the one way that all citizens can have a political voice,” said Pine County Republicans Chair Michael Cummins. “They show up to caucuses, they get together with like-minded people from their precincts. They talk about things that are important to them. They write resolutions that get passed up to the congressional districts that get passed up to the state that get passed up to the national [convention]. It’s our way of voicing our concerns about the political process. It’s where people start.” Kurhajetz said that it is worthwhile for voters to look at each the party’s platform, which sets out the political principles and goals for that party, “You have to decide what your values are,” he said. “We’re not the same. People need to look at each party’s platform and ... if it doesn’t make sense to you, you’re in the wrong party.” “Regardless of who you support, whether it be Republican or Democrat or Independent, I don’t care,” Cummins said. “Get out to caucuses. Get out and let your voice be heard... Figure out how to organize and how to make a difference in the elections.”
Hunting, art come together BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
The East Central Spurs Chapter of Pheasants Forever has long been a supporter of youth hunting and habitat conservation, and now they can add another line to their resume: patrons of the arts. The Spurs are hosting an art show at Pine Center for the Arts through the month
of January, and all the artworks are connected to or inspired by pheasant hunting. The Spurs offered $500 in cash prizes, with the caveat that winning and donated works will be auctioned off at the 19th Annual East Central Spurs Banquet, which will be held on Feb. 17 at the Floppy Crappie Lakeside Pub. Ken Reed of the East Central Spurs said that the club want-
ed to recognize and partner with local artists. “We said, ‘We have a strong art community in Pine City. We’re not part of that. We need to get to be part of that,” Reed explained. “And then we all sat and brainstormed and we came up with the idea of an art show and competition. And that’s the genesis of how this MIKE GAINOR | THE PIONEER
Ken Reed of the East Central Spurs and event coordinators Kristin Webster and Barb Dreyer celebrate at Pine Center for the Arts on Jan. 12.
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Pine City hosts All-Conference Music Honors festival The Annual All-Conference Music Honors festival was held on Jan. 6 in the Pine City High School Auditorium. Eight area schools from the Two-Rivers conference sent students to work with Clinicians in Band and Choir for the day, culminating in an afternoon performance to display their hard work. This year’s Pine City participants were: Band: Ally Chromey, Belle Sanders, Tammi Kirby, Charisma Christenson, Emily Elliot, Elizabeth Cahill, Belle Helseth, Grace Anderson and Jake Weber; Choir: Janae Johnson, Nathan Kleppe, Ashli Webster, Nick Hansmann, Nate Webster, Andrew Belland, Abbe Sparling, Matt Long, Trent Raudabaugh, Allie Gosen, Carina Guzik, Allie Hammill, Hector Matute and Celia Ausmus.
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(above) The Pine City Pioneer traveled with the Ovik family to San Diego, California, where they met up with Chance Ovik who is currently serving in the United States Air Force and stationed in Misawa, Japan. (below) The Schroeder family visited Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas and brought their Pine City Pioneer along to enjoy the sunshine. Readers can show their Pine City pride by submitting pictures of themselves in exotic locations throughout the world. Send all photos to editor@pinecitymn.com.
Pine County Master Gardeners honored at awards night Thirty-ďŹ ve University of Minnesota Extension Pine County Master Gardeners volunteered 2,467 hours and put in 428 education hours in 2017. They were honored at their Awards Night and Dinner at the Audubon Center of the Northwoods west of Sandstone on Jan. 16. Tara Prachar, Sturgeon Lake, was recognized for 10 years of volunteer service. Two master gardeners were new interns in 2017 and completed the 50-hour core course training last winter and volunteered over 50 hours of service. They were Barbara Fischer, Sandstone, and Ralph Flesher, Pine City. Pine County Master Gardeners at their Awards Night pictured are (back, L to R) Char Husom, Brook Park; Darlene Collins, Pine City; Lauren Meister, Rush City; Cindy Novy, Pine City; Barbara Fischer, Sandstone; Clarissa Ellis-Prudhomme, Sturgeon Lake; Lyn Johnson, Pine City; Mary Thorvig, Sandstone; Tara Johnson, Cambridge, and Tom Rolf, Pine City. Middle row: Diane Scheremet, Hinckley; Carol Evans, Grasston; Kari Holmberg, Pine City; Jennifer Eaves, Hinckley; Barbara Videen, Pine City; Kara Nelson and Paul Olesen, Askov, and Sandy Johnson, Finlayson. Front: Terry Salmela, Coordinator; Kevin and Nancy Stephenson, Brook Park; Kim Metz, Rush City, and Cheryl McHugh, Pine City. The master gardeners invite everyone to save the date of Saturday, March 24 for the 16th Annual Pine County Master Gardener Horticulture Day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pine City High School. Look for registration information at the U of M Extension Pine County webpage at www.extension.umn.edu/county/pine.
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JAN. 25 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, Jan. 25, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call 320-496-3009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org.
Snowshoe Adventures Join us from 11 a.m. to noon at Crex Meadows, Grantsburg, Wisconsin, for a snowshoe adventure around the visitor center on Thursday, Jan. 25. Practice walking in snowshoes while learning about winter wildlife. All ages welcome. Some snowshoes provided, or bring your own. For information contact Lauren at lauren.finch@wisconsin.gov or 715-463-2739.
PCHS One Act play On Thursday, Jan. 25 the public is invited to a presentation of Pine City High School’s One Act play at either 4 p.m. or 6 p.m. at the high school auditorium.
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JAN. 27 & 28 Appliqué quillwork workshop Learn how to work with porcupine quills by dying and applying them to a leather pouch at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post on Saturday, Jan. 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 320-532-3632 or millelacs@mnhs.org to register.
JAN. 28 SRVCC Ice Fishing Derby The Snake River Valley Conservation Club is hosting its 52nd annual Ice Fishing Derby on Sunday, Jan. 28 from 1 - 3 p.m. on the south side of Lake Pokegama by Vannelli’s Landing. There will be door prizes (need not be present to win) as well as cash prizes for fish caught during the tournament. Minnows, snacks and lunch will be available for purchase.
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Pine City area residents are invited to take part in Pine City Reads. A discussion of the book, “I Will Always Write Back,” will take place on Thursday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. Both discussions are at the Pine City Public Library. The book is available for purchase at the library, Chamber of Commerce, Pine City High School or Community Ed. Call 320-629-4030 with any questions.
An all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner and silent auction fundraiser for the Pine City students’ Minnesota Music Ambassadors summer 2018 Europe trip will be held Sunday, Jan. 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Pine City VFW building. Email buffyjohanson@hotmail.com for donation or other information.
JAN. 27 Winter Wonderland in Rush City On Saturday, Jan. 27, kids ages 6-10 are invited to beat the cold with fun and games during “Super Saturday – Winter Wonderland” at the Rush City Public Library from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Enjoy a scavenger hunt, crafts, snacks and stories. For more information about this and other programs, drop by the library at 240 W. 4th St., call 320-358-3948 or visit http://ecrlib.org.
Cambridge candlelit ski/hike The public is invited to join Anoka-Ramsey Community College faculty, staff and students for an evening of skiing or hiking two miles of candlelit trails along the Rum River on Saturday, Jan. 27, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The trails wander through the Cambridge Campus and the Spirit River Nature Area. Festivities will also include refreshments, door prizes and live music. Skiing begins from the Campus Center on the east side of Cty. Rte. 70. Free parking is available next to the college’s Campus Center. Ski rental is available at Outdoor Edge (115
Bingo at the Senior Center There will be bingo at the Pine City Senior Center, 670 Main Street S., From 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28. Call Kathy at 320630-1359 for cost or information.
JAN. 28 & 31 Adult open hockey On Sunday, Jan. 28 and Wednesday, Jan. 31 there is adult open hockey from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Pine City Civic Center. Call 320-629-6995 for cost or more information, or visit www.pinecityciviccenter. weebly.com.
JAN. 30 Pine City Memory Cafe Individuals with memory loss and their caregivers and families are invited to come and enjoy fellowship and support with peers in a historic setting at the North West Company Fur Post, Pine City, on Tuesday, Jan. 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. Coffee, treats and enjoyable activities are provided at no charge. For more information call 320-629-6356 or visit nwcfurpost@mnhs.org.
55+ driver improvement courses A 55+ driver improvement course (four-hour refresher) will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 30 from 1 to 5 p.m., with a second session from 5:30-9:30 p.m., at Hinckley High School, 201 Main St., Hinckley. Preregistration is required. For information or to register call 888-234-1294 or visit www.mnsafetycenter.org.
Winter Wildlifers From 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30, families are offered a chance to discover wildlife through stories, songs, handson activities, games, crafts, and snacks. Winter Wildlifers is a free, no-registration, no-obligation program that encourages families to get out and enjoy nature. Ages 2-8. At Crex Meadows, 102 Crex Ave., Grantsburg, Wisconsin. For information email lauren.finch@wisconsin. gov or call 715-463-2739.
Siren Wedding Fair The 8th annual Siren Destination Wedding Fair in Siren, Wisconsin is on Sunday, Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Northwoods Crossing Event Center. This free expo will feature over 30 booths that represent every facet of wedding and event planning including venues, catering, dress and formalwear, floral decor, gift registry, photography, music, invitations, cosmetics, salon and beauty services and more. Visit www.visitsiren.com, or call 715-349-8399 for information or to register.
S.A.L. French Toast breakfast A French Toast breakfast to benefit the Sons of the American Legion scholarship fund will be served Sunday, Jan. 28 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Pine City American Legion. French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage and beverages are included with the meal. Discounted tickets are available in advance at the Legion or from S.A.L. members.
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ter wildlife on the 1.25 mile trail at the Crex Meadows Visitor Center in Grantsburg, Wisconsin on Thursday, Feb. 1 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Then, on Friday, Feb. 2 the trail will be candlelit for peaceful evening walking or snowshoeing from 6 to 8 p.m. Hot chocolate and baked goods will be available in the visitor center. All ages welcome. Snowshoes provided on a first come, first serve basis. For information contact Lauren at lauren.finch@ wisconsin.gov or 715-463-2739.
FEB. 2 ‘Big Band Experience’ at PCHS On Friday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m., the Pine City Arts Council and Community Ed. will present the “Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience” at the Pine City High School auditorium. The Pine Area Lions will host a dessert reception before and after the performance by the Emmy award-winning singer of the vocal group Tonic Sol-fa. Tickets are available at Cabin Coffees, The Flower Box or at the door.
FEB. 7 & 8 Memorial blood drives There will be Memorial Blood Center blood drives in Pine City at Pine Technical & Community College on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and at Pine City High School on Thursday, Feb. 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information or to sign up to donate, call 1-888-GIVE-BLD or visit www.MBC.org.
FEB. 8 Magnificent Red Hatters On Thursday, Feb. 8, The Magnificent Red Hatters will enjoy lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the Fuse Bar & Grill, 44015 Forest Blvd, Harris. RSVP to Jackie Forner at 320-629-3051.
Diabetes support group On Wednesday, Jan. 31 the public is invited to a free diabetes support group for individuals, families and caregivers at the FirstLight clinic from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in Pine City. The group meets the last Wednesday of every month. For more information call 800-245-5671 or visit www.FirstLightHealthSystem. org/support.
FEB. 9 Designer Bag Bingo Designer Bag Bingo, to support the Pine City Ambassador program, will take place on Friday, Feb. 9 at the Pine City Country Club at 7 p.m. Seating is limited and advance registration is required. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 320-322-4040 to reserve tickets today.
Red Cross blood drive An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at the First Presbyterian Church, 405 Main St. S, Pine City, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For an appointment call the American Red Cross at 800-7332767 or visit redcrossblood.org.
FEB. 1 & 2 Snowshoe Adventures Practice walking in snowshoes while learning about win-
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FEB. 10 Storybook time & dream catchers Enjoy Native American stories at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post from noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10. Then, from 1 to 3 p.m., children ages 8 and up can weave a dream catcher to take home. The woven web is believed to protect the dream world of the person who sleeps beneath it. Call 320-532-3632 or millelacs@ mnhs.org for more information.
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MEETINGS THURSDAY 1/25 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 SUNDAY 1/28 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 1/29 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 1/30 NA: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 7 p.m., 320-279-3823, Carrie WEDNESDAY 1/31 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 Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center Young adult bible study: Pine City Evangelical Free Church library, 8:30 p.m., 320-438-4309
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Peering into the (possible) future of Pine County
Have you ever wondered what kind of place Pine County will be to live and work 20 years from now? Well, nobody can truly predict what will happen in the future (except for, as Ben Franklin pointed out, death and taxes) but I recently saw a study that had some interesting ideas about what that future might look like. Luke Greiner, an analyst with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, has put toa regional profile (for Pine, ChisEditor’s gether ago, Isanti, Kanabec and Mille Lacs Soapbox counties) talking about the population, jobs and income in the area right now Mike and trends for the future. I wish I could say it was all sunshine Gainor and roses. But it’s a pretty mixed bag. According to the report, Pine County’s population grew by 8.8 percent between 2000 and 2016, almost half-again as slow as the state average of 12.2 percent. The number of younger residents is rising slowly while the number of residents ages 45 and over is rapidly increasing. Over the next 20 years, population growth nationwide is expected to slow. In Minnesota as a whole, the population is projected to grow by five percent. Unfortunately, our region is expected to be pretty flat – we won’t go backwards, but we won’t be growing much, if at all. Because of that flat growth and aging population, we’ll be slowly losing workers. The labor market is expected to get tight. And that’s where the good news starts. Right now, nearly 60 percent of workers who live in the area travel outside the area for work – mostly to the Twin Cities or Duluth. But they expect 7.7 percent growth in new jobs in our area. That’s 23,300 new jobs on top of 70,740 replacement openings for retiring workers. These are a lot of job openings. The report says, “...the region will see rapid growth for personal care, healthcare, construction, food prep, and sales jobs in the next decade.” Between now and 2024, they predict this area to be the fastest-growing job market in the state. It’s worthwhile to step back, look at the big picture, and imagine all these theoreticals for the future – but in the meantime we’ve got to work the patch of ground in front of us, and try to make it a little better every day. I’m certainly curious to find out what will actually happen, but of course, we’ve all got to wait. At the very least, I think we can safely predict there will still be death and taxes. If you find this interesting and want to look further into the future of Pine County, I’d urge you to check out the original study online at https://mn.gov/deed/data/
‘They expect 7.7 percent growth in new jobs in our area. That’s 23,300 new jobs on top of 70,740 replacement openings for retiring workers... Between now and 2024, they predict this area to be the fastestgrowing job market in the state. ’
Benjamin offers State of the Mille Lacs Band address MILLE LACS BAND OF OJIBWE
Mille Lacs Band Chief Executive Melanie Benjamin spoke of a “new warriorism” driving Band members to improve their community at the 34th annual State of the Band event at the Grand Casino Mille Lacs Events & Convention Center. “Our Band Statutes include language that says, ‘to the people is reserved the power.’ And one thing you have proven again and again, is that the power of the people is always greater than the people in power,” Benjamin told an audience of 1,200 people. NEW WARRIORISM IN FIGHT AGAINST DRUGS; FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT Benjamin’s speech focused on the deep involvement of Band members in addressing the drug epidemic and the need for a law enforcement resolution in Mille Lacs County, where District I of the Mille Lacs Reservation – the most populated district – is located. “Over the past year and a half, something has happened throughout our Band community, in every District, in every family, in every home,” Benjamin said. “This is the Band’s revolution against drugs, crime, violence, and environmental destruction. As a Band, 2017 was not just a year of Band member interest, it was not just a year of Band member activism, it was a year of a new warriorism for the Mille Lacs Band. And it is one of the most profound changes to happen in our community in decades.” “We are fighters who stand our ground, and that is why we are called the Non-Removables,” she went on, referring to the Non-Removable Mille Lacs Band, which the federal government publicly recognized as early as the late 1800s. “These Band Members are new warriors for justice and peace.” Benjamin reminded the crowd that in 2015, the Band recorded seven drug overdoses. Since Mille
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Lacs County revoked its cooperative law enforcement agreement with the Band in 2016, the Band has had more than 75 overdoses and 15 deaths. After little to no forward progress and an alarming escalation in overdoses and drug-related deaths, the Band filed a federal lawsuit in November 2017. “We put off the lawsuit as long as we could,” Benjamin said. “The County wanted us to sue on the boundary. The County used the best leverage they had – they stopped law enforcement services.” Benjamin went on to thank the federal government for its support of the Band and its tribal police department, and to announce that Band member Sara Rice – one of the Band’s “new warriors” – will move from interim to permanent Mille Lacs Band
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Participate in caucuses Feb. 6 To the Editor: John Adams, second President of the United States, and one of our nation’s founders, wrote in his thoughts on government, “As good government is an empire of laws, how shall your laws be made? In a large society, inhabiting an extensive country, it is impossible that the whole should assemble to make laws. The first necessary step, then, is to depute power from the many to a few of the most wise and good.” The first necessary step of 2018 is coming up on Tuesday, Feb. 6 at your precinct caucuses. Here in Pine County and at locations all over the state, members of political parties will gather as a first step in building their party platforms and selecting candidates for the general election in November. Who may participate at a precinct caucus? According to Minnesota Statute 202A.16, individuals who are or will be eligible to vote at the time of the 2018 state general election, may vote or be elected a delegate or officer at the precinct caucus. An eligible voter may vote or be elected a delegate or officer only in the precinct where the voter resides at the time of the caucus. Only those persons who are in agreement with the principles of the party as stated in the party’s constitution, and who either voted or affiliated with the party at the last state general election or intend to vote or affiliate with the party at the next state general election, may vote at the precinct caucus. As chair of Pine County Republicans, I invite eligible voters who wish to caucus with our party on the Feb. 6. Residents of all precincts in Pine County will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hinckley-Finlayson High School auditorium in Hinckley. Each precinct will elect delegates and alternates to the Pine County Republican Convention on Feb. 24, consider resolutions for the party platform to be passed on to the county level, and vote in the preference poll for governor. After we meet as a whole county, each precinct will meet individually, but the whole process should take no longer than 60-90 minutes. To preserve what John Adams and the other founders started for us, it is imperative that as many as possible participate in the process. I hope to see you on Tuesday the sixth. Michael Cummins Pine City
Women’s issues are everyone’s issues To the Editor: This past weekend there was another Women’s March. Some people were thrilled and marched and appreciated the chance to get their issues noticed. Some had a march on Sunday to encourage people to get out to vote. I was surprised when I learned a few years ago that some people do not vote because their family as far as they know for generations has never voted. It is true that women only got the vote about 100 years ago but by now we should have gotten the message that voting is part of being a citizen in this country. It must be exhilarating to be in the large marches with other folks who come from many places and have many concerns. But we should not forget those who could not join the large groups but still wanted to participate. I saw a picture on Facebook of a lady in a small town who had her own one person march. Last year in Washington D.C. when Native American women were dancing and praying at the march, I read on Facebook, some white women came up and loudly asked what the dance was and were not respectful. They did not realize it was prayer. This year the Native Americans were asked to pray from the stage. There is so much to be learned from each other. And we need to realize that if someone is disrespectful, it may be due to ignorance rather than hate. I think the march is a good vehicle to help promote understanding and to get our issues noticed. I must say that I am in awe of those who march. I come from a time when women kept quiet and talked to each other in hushed tones about “female problems.” Husbands were not in the delivery room but pacing in the lobby and only got to see the baby after it was all cleaned up. Maternity clothing was designed to hide the pregnancy. Unwed mothers were sent to “homes” and often the baby taken from them. Men did not have to acknowledge that they were the father but now DNA testing has caught up with them. We are still in a time that women who are forced into prostitution are prosecuted instead of rescued. The men are not always prosecuted for kidnapping the women and girls. Men who use the kidnapped girls think it is not a crime. And if they pretend they do not know how the girls got there, how could they be doing something wrong? Thanks to Senator Klobuchar, they are working on better laws for human trafficking. I hope we have these marches every year and it will be interesting to see if some of the issues brought forward by the marchers are resolved or worked on and actual progress is made around “Women’s issues” which really are everybody’s issues. After all they
affect everyone as women are men’s wives, daughters, girlfriends, sisters, friends, cousins, co-workers, nannies, cooks, and everyone’s mothers. Dorothy Jamison Sandstone
that were read and know that Weylon William Wiedemann is experiencing the most extreme life he has ever experienced, living more fully than he has ever lived, and that he would want you to know his Jesus so that you will be with him one day in Heaven. This is one extreme adventure that I know he would not want you to miss.
The impact of a life on others To the Editor: Last week I went to a funeral. It was someone that I did not know, but my family knew this man well; they were crushed by his departure, and so I wanted to be a support for them. This was a man that lived each day to the fullest. He lived a life equivalent of 100 years in a period of just 40 short years. Everything he did he did it to the extreme; he loved extreme sports, he was extremely talented, his work ethic was extreme and his love for his family and friends was extreme. Testimonies from his friends talked about that extreme love and devotion of their friend and how extremely they were going to miss him. As a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ I found myself watching, listening and dwelling on the extreme impact that this young man had on everyone. Even as a believer, trusting in the sovereignty of God, sometimes I wonder why things happen. I know God’s ways are higher than my ways. I know that His plans are perfect and beautiful. I am not questioning God’s integrity or His will like perhaps He made a mistake. I know that God’s plan is perfect and that He will make all things beautiful in its time. Ecclesiastes 3:11. But I still just wonder at times. But after watching, listening and getting to experience just a very small portion of this extreme impact that this young man left on everyone that ever crossed his path it became so clear to me why, the Lord in His infinite love and mercy, would willingly allow a tragedy of this extreme magnitude. John 3:16 – For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. This young man knew the extreme love of God through His son Jesus Christ. And somehow, I think, that if he was asked by the Lord himself, would you lay your life down in order to tell those people that you love about me and my love for them, I think this young man would have said sure, absolutely. I think that that is just how extreme this young man was. So for those of you who are experiencing the extreme grief and pain that comes from losing such a great and wonderful son, husband, father and friend, I ask you to remember the words of the Pastor yesterday and of the songs that were sung and the verses of the Bible
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To the Editor: As Family Pathways begins its New Year of service, we find ourselves reflecting upon the organization’s development in 2017 to meet the growing challenges of a diverse, rural, and small town geography. We work for 250,000 people in six counties of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. You support us with your donations and volunteerism. We want to continue to deserve your trust and generosity. The four main programs of Family Pathways all grew this year resulting in greater and additional service to many more neighbors. In the fall of 2017 Hunger Relief started the backpack program in Rush City and Chisago Lakes providing children with a backpack containing well-balanced meals for the weekend; this allows them nutritional food on the weekends until school starts back up on Monday. This was just one small addition to the support you gave to over 17,272 individuals needing food and supplies to help them make it through a tough time. Of those served, 48 percent came to one of our food shelves once or twice during the year, telling us that the supportive Hunger Relief program is a true hand-up to those in need. Those families in generational poverty who use the food shelves more regularly amount to only 10 percent of the use. The Refuge Network and Shelter had a 31 percent increase of women and children seeking help in 2017. Community resources assisted 1,563 people who suffered domestic violence and its effects. Thanks to so many community members who are always quick to volunteer to decrease the impact of violence in our neighborhoods. Youth Services welcomed 1,012 youth at all three locations: North Branch, Forest Lake and Princeton. 483 new youth joined the teen centers this past year. An increase in youth called for more caring volunteers who gave 3,992 hours of their time helping kids in our communities with homework, job skills and encouragement. SEE LETTERS, PAGE 13
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ley, Pine City, received a master of arts degree in curriculum and instruction from Memphis State University during commencement ceremonies Dec. 19 at the Mid-South Coliseum. Rural roots run deep in the Dave and Jody Karas family. In fact, Dave is the third generation of his family to earn a living on their farm east of Pine City, which his grandfather purchased 72 years ago. Barb and Ervin (Bud) R. Stevens, Sr., Pine City, were the guests of honor of their son, Dan Stevens, as he was sworn into office during the opening ceremonies of the 78th session of the Minnesota Legislature. Lieutenant Gov. Joanell Dyrstad called the Minnesota Senate into session shortly after noon on Jan. 5. Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice A.M. (Sandy) Keith then administered the oath of office to the state’s 67 senators.
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10 Years Ago, 2008 In honor of Minnesota’s 150th anniversary, teachers from Pine City, Mora, Milaca, East Central, Braham, Cambridge/Isanti, Rush City, Hinckley/Finlayson, Princeton and Ogilvie traveled to each others’ schools for conferences in their subject areas. The math conference at Pine City High School included sessions on preparing students for exams, using new technology and effectively preparing students for higher level math courses. The Two Rivers Conference Honor Band Festival was recently held at Mora High School, featuring nearly 100 talented students from nine area high schools. Local students selected for this band were Erin Cahill (flute), Karissa Lange (oboe), Shauna Palmer (clarinet), Erica Pitzen (alto sax), Shane Clune (bari sax), Tara Miche (bassoon), Trevor McNally and Josh Belko (trumpet), Katie Nelson (french horn), Joe Menigo (trombone), Becca Adams (euphonium), Sam Lilja (tuba), and Chris Howard (percussion). Everyone is invited to an 80th birthday Open House for Ruth Clementson on Sunday, Jan. 27, from 1-4 p.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Pine City.
50 Years Ago, 1968
After months of preparation, two days of rehearsals and a full day of preliminary judging, Beverly Prahl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Prahl of rural Grasston, was named winner of the Miss Pine City Teenager Pageant. Chosen as Miss Congeniality by her fellow contestants was Theresa Gospodarek, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gospodarek. According to figures released this week by the fire department, Pine City firemen answered 62 fire calls during 1967, an increase of three alarms over the preceding year. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Allen Erhart on the birth of their daughter, Jody Lynn born Jan. 20.
25 Years Ago, 1993 A fire set in a trash can. A lookalike bomb found in a bathroom. Bomb threats on the telephone. Fights at school and problems on the school buses. Violent acts are on the rise at Pine City Schools, as they are at schools across the country. A group of students from Pine City will influence a decision being made in the nation’s Capitol. The students are enrolled in the Pine Area Learning Center’s Youth Services program. They spoke in December to members of President Bill Clinton’s transition team, telling them that Youth Services, or Service Learning, has changed their lives. Mary Jordan, daughter of Robert and Jeanne Haw-
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Feeding the cows in 1993 The Karas kids love the animals that make their home on the farm, and they’re learning responsibility at an early age by caring from them. Krista, eight, feeds the newborn calves with the help of her little brother, Jacob, three.
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This week, the Pine City Dray Line, which has been owned and operated by Thos. Gardner and sons for many years, was sold by him to Henning Anderson, of the Anderson Feed Mill, who will continue its operation as in the past. Upon close examination of the financial report of the village clerk of Pine City, it is found that the village has reduced its indebtedness some $34,000.00.
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Andrew P. Edin of Sandstone filed as a candidate for county auditor on Monday of this week, thereby establishing a record for the “early bird” in Pine County. In an interview with the State Highway Commission at St. Paul, councilman Hoaglund was informed that Finlayson’s proposed new state road would be the first east and west road in Pine county to receive state aid. The Knights of Pythias were happily surprised by their ladies after the regular meeting and a delightful social time was had. A sumptuous lunch was served, a feature of which was a monster birthday cake for Fritz Johnson, whose natal day it happened to be.
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Assistance Program (LIHEAP), funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Applicants have until May 31, 2018, to apply. However, energy assistance funding is limited and administered on a first-come, first-served basis. Households apply through the local service provider in their area. To find your local service provider, call the Commerce Department toll-free at 800-657-3710 or visit the Energy Assistance Program section at the department’s website (mn.gov/commerce).
An East Central Energy business account has alerted the company to a scam in which a caller, claiming to represent ECE, threatened to shut off his electricity unless he immediately made a payment on his account. This is a scam. Be cautious if anyone insists on an immediate payment of any kind. Hang up and contact East Central Energy at 1-800-254-7944 to verify an account and report the scam. ECE encourages members to contact local law enforcement if they receive one of these calls.
Minnesota celebrates snowmobile safety
Anglers ditch lines during visit from DNR
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn checked anglers around Pine City this past week and spent time following up on dogs chasing deer complaints. He also took reports of injured animals and took questions about snowmobile and ATV operation. Conservation Officer Bret Grundmeier, working out of Hinckley, reported that he checked anglers on area lakes, and said that lakes were very busy due to good ice conditions and mild temperatures. Grundmeier said that while checking one portable fish house on a local lake and after announcing, “Conservation officer, I’d like to check fishing licenses,” he heard the “kerplunk” of items being dropped into the water. Upon entering the shelter, two anglers denied any wrongdoing. They changed their mind after Grundmeier pointed out the two fishing poles that could be seen at the bottom of the lake through the clear, six foot deep water. Further questioning determined the anglers thought they were on designated trout waters, where only one fishing line was allowed, and didn’t want to get cited for using extra lines. The two then worked on fishing their rods back out of the lake after being informed they were not on designated trout waters and that using two lines was completely legal.
Legal aid provides services in Pine County The St. Cloud office of Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid has received a grant of Older Americans Act funds from the Central Minnesota Council on Aging to provide legal services for seniors residing in Pine County. The funds will be used to provide legal advice, counseling and representation in court and administrative hearings. There is no cost for these services. Those who are 60 years or older and reside in Pine County can get help with legal problems involving Medicare, Social Security, eviction or other housing problems, public benefits, such as medical assistance, food support and fuel assistance, family law issues, including domestic abuse and income maintenance, nursing home problems, home care services, powers of attorney, health care directives and debt collection. No help is provided for criminal matters, wills, estate planning or real estate transactions. Seniors can also call the St. Cloud office of Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid toll free at 1-888-360-2889 for help scheduling an appointment. Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid accepts contributions for the legal services, but contributions are not required to receive legal help.
Play and Learn kits stimulate learning Looking for a unique way for the early learners in the family to learn the alphabet or about people in their community? Or perhaps learn about odd and even numbers or ending sounds while having fun? East Central Regional Library received a donation of 13 Play and Learn kits from the Cambridge-Isanti Early Childhood Coalition funded by the Initiative Fund. The kits include: Even Numbered Counting Tubes, Odd Numbered Counting Tubes, Bugs Building Game, pair of Soft Dice, two Rhymes with Sorting Houses, Pop and Match Ending Sound Game kits, Unlock it Alphabet Keys, Unlock it Number Match Keys, Number Robots, and two My Community Sorting Houses. Research tells us that there are five basic literacy skills that help children learn to read and learn. They include read, write, sing, talk and play. The Play and Learn kits offer young children an avenue to practice their logical thinking, problem-solving and gross and fine motor skills by using one of the five basic literacy skills – play. The kits are available for three-week checkout. If a preferred kit can’t be found at a local ECRL branch, simply place it on hold at the ECRL branch library or online at ecrlib.org by doing a keyword search for “play and learn kits.” Interactive play makes learning fun. With the Play & Learn kits for ages 3 and up, early learners can engage with rhymes, colors, numbers and more to stimulate learning.
Learn how to hunt turkeys this spring Youth and adults can learn to hunt turkeys this April with experienced volunteers who will cover safe hunting techniques, how to call-in turkeys, hunting tactics and field dressing a bird. “We teach the skills and techniques that allow new turkey hunters to become lifelong hunters,” said Mike Kurre, learn-to-hunt program coordinator with the
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Royal Neighbors match funds On Dec. 9, a fundraiser was held, where Royal Neighbors matched the first $1,000, giving Tusen Tack a total of $3,283.47. This money will be used for the “Youth Mentoring Program.” Grasston Chapter 5146 was also chosen to receive $1,000 for being in the top 10 in the nation for community volunteer service hours. Pictured left to right: Marie Grundberg, Dorothy Johnson, (sitting) Jane Moyer, Bernadine Damann and Patty Lind.
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “This has been a successful program and as a bonus, we love hearing how former participants go full circle to teach others how to hunt.” Participants can apply through Monday, Feb. 12. The hunts are Saturday, April 21, and Sunday, April 22, and provide opportunities to access locations that may otherwise be closed to hunting. “We get volunteers from the National Wild Turkey Federation and this is the 16th year we’ve cooperated for these hunts,” Kurre said. “Over the years we’ve introduced more than 5,000 people to these hunting experiences. We also work with the Minnesota National Guard to get military adults and their families into turkey hunting.” Details about how to apply and costs to participate are available at mndnr.gov/turkeyhunt. A pre-hunt orientation is required and all participants will need to have a valid firearms safety certificate or its equivalent. Youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Overall participation in the hunts is restricted by the number of volunteers and private lands that are available. Anyone interested in providing turkey hunting land for the mentored youth hunts should contact the Keith Carlson, Save the Habitat Save the Hunt coordinator for the National Wild Turkey Federation in Minnesota, at kcanoka@comcast.net.
Energy assistance can help pay heating bills With cold winter weather across the state, the Minnesota Department of Commerce encourages eligible Minnesotans to get help paying their heating bills through the state’s Energy Assistance Program. “There will be plenty of cold days ahead that can pose a serious challenge for Minnesotans who struggle to pay their heating bills,” said Commerce Commissioner Jessica Looman. “Heating your home is a necessity in Minnesota, and energy assistance is essential for vulnerable Minnesotans, especially low income families with young children, people with disabilities, veterans and seniors.” Households that earn less than 50 percent of the state’s median annual income ($48,077 for a family of four) are eligible for the Energy Assistance Program. Energy assistance funds help low-income homeowners and renters pay for heating bills through grant money paid directly to utility companies and heating fuel vendors on behalf of eligible households. The funding also helps some homeowners repair or replace malfunctioning heat systems. In October, the Energy Assistance Program received over $102 million in federal funds, or about 90 percent of the total funds expected for the program this year. The program served over 126,000 Minnesota households last year, with an average grant of about $520. The Minnesota Commerce Department administers the Energy Assistance Program in partnership with 30 local service providers throughout the state. The program is part of the federal Low-Income Home Energy
Gov. Mark Dayton proclaimed Jan. 20-28 as Snowmobile Safety Awareness Week in Minnesota. “It’s a fun and exciting activity, but snowmobilers should always remember to make safety a top priority,” said Bruce Lawrence, DNR recreational vehicle coordinator. “They should also always use common sense and keep a clear head when riding.” Here are some other key safety points: • Snowmobiling and alcohol don’t mix – don’t drink and ride. • Smart riders are safe riders – take a snowmobile safety training course. • Always wear a helmet and adequate clothing. • When night riding slow down – expect the unexpected. • Know before the ride – always check local trail and ice conditions. • Cross with care. • Know risks and be prepared – make every trip a round trip. • One is the loneliest number – never ride alone. • Ride safe, stay on the trail – respect private property. • To legally ride a snowmobile in Minnesota, residents born after Dec. 31, 1976, need a valid snowmobile safety certificate. Options for both classroom and online classes can be found at http://www.dnr.state. mn.us/safety/vehicle/snowmobile/index.html People can find Minnesota snowmobiling events and activities on the MNUSA webpage: https://mnsnowmobiler.org/get-involved/mnusa/events.
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Pine County board organizes for 2018 BY AILENE CROUP NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
A new commission was created by the Pine County Board at their last regular meeting of 2017. The county now has nine committees/boards made up of residents of the county. The 10 committees were reduced to nine in December 2017 when the Planning Commission and the Board of Ad-
justment were combined to create the Pine County Zoning Board In the request, from Assessor/Solid Waste and Zoning Administrator Kelly Schroeder, to combine the departments it stated the combination would result in a “slight savings.” The savings would be realized with a reduction in the original two boards’ membership from 11 to seven members. Commissioners nominated members
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The Pine County Attorney’s Office reports that on Jan. 19, a 12-member Pine County jury returned a verdict of guilty against Ronnie Ray Sova, 61, of Anoka for fourth degree criminal sexual conduct. In July of 2017, Sova was at a social event in Pine City and had
non-consensual sexual contact with a 16-year-old victim. A sentencing date will be set in the future. Sova has a prior conviction for interference with the privacy of a minor after taking videos of an undressed teenager. The case was prosecuted by Assistant Pine County Attorney Lauren Dwyer.
Rural mental health helpline available A Farm & Rural Helpline is now available to Minnesota farmers and rural residents. The service, funded by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA), is free, confidential, and open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The toll free number is 833- 600-2670. Farmers and rural communities face unique stresses and emotional situations, including financial challenges, unpredictable weather, physically demanding work, and more. As stress, anxiety, depression, financial burdens, and other mental and emotional issues con-
tinue to impact the lives of farmers and rural Minnesotans, the MDA recognized the need for ongoing support. The Farm & Rural Helpline can connect callers to financial assistance programs, health and mental health services, legal help, and more. Calls are confidential, but counselors may ask for a first name and phone number in case of a dropped call. The helpline is also available to those unsure of what to do about family or friends who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or a mental health crisis.
of their districts and the 2018 Pine County Board Chairman Steve Hallan appointed them along with two members at large. Per diems and mileage per meeting were established and approved with members receiving $75 per meeting plus mileage at the federal rate of 54.5 cents per mile. The cost will be budgeted under the zoning office. County Administrator David Minke
said the county “historically” had paid appointees to commissions and requested a motion to establish per diems which the board approved. Commissioners also passed a resolution to pay citizens representing Pine County who are members of all other boards to receive per diem of $50 per meeting plus mileage.
Ask a Trooper: Winter car kit BY SGT. NEIL DICKENSON MINNESOTA STATE PATROL
With the recent temperatures below Q: zero in the area, would you please give some tips on what should be in your vehi-
cle and what to do if your car stalls or gets stuck?
When the temperatures are well below A: zero, it can result in a life threatening situation if you are not prepared. Having a
safety plan and emergency kit in your vehicle can save your life. If stranded, stay in the vehicle, call 911. Provide the Dispatcher with the following information: • Problem you’re experiencing • Your location (Get in the habit of looking for mile markers and cross streets/roadways) • Any injuries to yourself or passengers • Preferred tow company, otherwise the closest approved tow company will be dispatched At night, keep your dome light on and activate the vehicle’s emergency flashers. Be aware that snow can plug your vehicle’s exhaust system and cause deadly carbon monoxide gas to enter your car so make sure the exhaust pipe is free of snow and keep a window slightly open while the engine is running. Make sure your vehicle is properly main-
tained and that you have at least a half of a tank of fuel. Slow down and use winter driving skills to avoid crashing or going off the road. Be patient, as law enforcement and the towing companies may be busy with other calls. We will get there as soon as possible. We recommend the following items be in your vehicle, especially in the winter: • Cell Phone and car charger • Snow shovel • Flashlight with extra batteries • Window washer solvent • Ice scraper with brush • Jumper cables • Tow chain or rope • Extra warm clothing (gloves, hats, scarves) and blankets • Warning devices (flares or triangles) • Drinking water • Non-perishable snacks for both human and pet passengers • First-aid kit • Basic toolkit (screwdrivers, pliers, adjustable wrench) • Bag of abrasive material (sand, salt, cat litter) or traction mats
Send questions to Sgt. Neil Dickenson – Minnesota State Patrol at 1131 Mesaba Ave, Duluth, MN 55811 or neil.dickenson@ state. mn.us.
Contact your government representatives:
PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 • Comments: 202-456-1111 or www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ • Switchboard: (202) 456-1414 Fax: 202-456-4561
CONGRESSMAN RICK NOLAN • 8TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 2366 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-0699 or Duluth Technology Village 11 E. Superior St. #125 Duluth, MN 55802 • 218-4645095 • mn08rnima@mail.house.gov
U.S. SENATOR AMY KLOBUCHAR 302 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • 202-224-3244 Fax: 202228-2186 or 1200 Washington Ave. S. Room 250, Minneapolis, MN 55415 • 612-7275220 Toll Free: 888-224-9043.
U.S. SENATOR TINA SMITH 309 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • (202) 224 5641 or 5454 W. 1st St., Suite 104 Duluth, MN 55802 • 202-224-5641
GOVERNOR MARK DAYTON 130 State Capitol 75 Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd St. Paul, MN 55155 • 651-201-3400 Fax: 651-797-1850 • Toll Free: 800-627-3529
STATE REPRESENTATIVE JASON RARICK • DISTRICT 11B 431 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 • 651-296-0518 • rep.jason.rarick@house.mn
STATE SENATOR TONY LOUREY • DISTRICT 11 95 University Ave. W. Minnesota Senate Building Rm. 2105 St. Paul, MN 55155 • 651-296-0293 • sen.tony.lourey@senate.mn
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Grace Langmade hits the 1,000-point mark (above) in a contest played on home courts this past Thursday, Jan. 18. She is the fifth girls player in PCHS history to score 1,000.
Langmade makes history with 1,000 career points With two more wins, Dragon varsity girls now 12-3 on season BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
With two more victories this past week, the Dragons girls basketball team improved to 12-3 on the season. In the process, the squad saw senior Grace Langmade become just the fifth girls player in school history to score 1,000 career points.
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Lydia Adams takes control in Lions territory. The game was a blow-out, with Pine City scoring 93 points to Ogilvie’s 27. The Dragons have a busy upcoming week and invite everyone out to their Hoops for Hope, Pink Out the Gym game on Friday, Jan. 26, as the team does its best to raise money to help in the fight against cancer.
PINE CITY 93, OGILVIE 27 Played at home on Thursday, Jan. 18, the Dragons controlled throughout. Pine City was able to force 32 turnovers, which they converted into 39 points, while shooting 52 percent from the field to earn the conference victory over the Lions. The Dragons also had 24 assists on the night, led by Lily Wilson with nine. “The girls really passed the ball well and gave their teammates a chance for some high percentage shots,” said head coach Ted Hasz. “We were able to get great contributions from the whole roster.” Alison Brown had 19 points and five rebounds to lead the way, and Ashley Faur had a career high with 18 points and four rebounds. Langmade had 15 points and eight boards while joining teammate Wilson in the 1,000-point club after Wilson reached that milestone earlier this season. Ellie Hasz had 11 points, Emily Carpenter six, and freshman Meredith Kolling scored her first six varsity points. “It is a great accomplishment,” Hasz said of Langmade making the 1,000-point club. “We are very proud of Grace. She is having, and has had, a very nice high school career.”
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Alison Brown had 19 points and five rebounds to lead the way against Ogilvie on Jan. 18.
The lopsided win would be a nice warm-up for a much harder game the following night. PINE CITY 63, MILACA 55 On the road on Friday, Jan. 19, Pine City got a big section win against a scrappy Wolves team that jumped out to an early 13-5 lead. The Dragons tightened things down on the defensive end and went into the locker rooms all tied at 25. Pine City used a 19-5 run at the start of the second half to go up 44-30, and withered a final Milaca push while making key free throws to seal a victory. “Milaca put together a nice run to get back in the game,” noted Hasz. “It was a very physical game. We shot 50 free throws and made 37 for 74 percent. We did a nice job of holding down their top scorers which was a big key to the
win.” Ellie Hasz scored 20 points in the second half and ended with a career high 29. Langmade and Wilson finished with 12 apiece, while Brown had a nice night with eight points and six boards. “It was a big win for us,” added Hasz. “Milaca has some nice wins this season against some good teams. We feel like we are continuing to get better at some of the little things. We are very happy with how our kids have kept their composure in big spots this season.” The Dragons have a busy upcoming week and would like to invite everyone out to their Hoops for Hope, Pink Out the Gym game on Friday, Jan. 26, as the team does its best to raise money to help in the fight against cancer. Game time is 7:15 p.m. against Hinckley-Finlayson.
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Dragons pick up a pair for 8 straight BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine City Area hockey had another great week, picking up a pair of wins and improving to 15-5 overall. The Dragons are playing great hockey with the postseason quickly approaching. Only five more regular season games remain on the schedule, and Pine City Area has won eight straight. PINE CITY AREA 12, MOOSE LAKE AREA 2 The Rebels are struggling through a winless season and the Dragons took care of business. Racking up a dozen goals at home on Tuesday, Jan. 16, Pine City Area wasted no time in picking up another Section 5A and Two Rivers Conference win. “The game started with the boys scoring early and often,” recalled head coach Grant Nicoll. “The first period was filled with goals from both teams. We did not play well in our own zone in the first period, and should not have given up prime chances like that early. After the first, we tightened up our defensive play
and only allowed one shot on net in the second and third period combined.” Four different Dragons scored a pair of goals as Ethan White, Joey Mikyska, Jan Zahradka and George Miller netted two goals apiece. Also scoring goals for Pine City Area were Jonah Bergstrom, Dusty Bergstrom, Logan Johnson, and TJ Roth. The Dragons had only two penalties in the game, which is a welcome sight after a penalty-filled season. Pine City Area is now just a single win away from securing their third Two Rivers Conference Championship in a row. PINE CITY AREA 6, NORTH SHORE 3 Played at Two Harbors on Friday, Jan. 19, this game was physical and penalty-ridden. With a combined 55 minutes worth of time in the penalty box, the Dragons faced challenges. Trailing after the first and second periods, Pine City Area’s victory was in doubt throughout. “The boys did a good job of keeping their heads and
playing through much adversity,” said Nicoll. “We had our starting goalie go down about six minutes into the game after getting run from his blind side. This put our backup Darian Spinks in line for his first varsity win of his career. After falling behind 3-1, the boys really showed some mental and physical toughness and found a way to fight back, scoring five unanswered goals, four of which came in the third period. These kids work hard every day in practice and it shows.” Currently outscoring opponents 35-9 in the third period, the Dragons definitely saved their best hockey for the final period here. Tryston West, Miller, White, Joe Root, Jordan Stich and Jonah Bergstrom scored a goal apiece in a game that was a total team win. Spinks stopped nine of 11 shots. The Dragons would now shift their focus to capturing a third straight Two Rivers Conference Championship. They had an opportunity to do so on Tuesday, Jan. 23 against Mora/Milaca. Full coverage in next week’s Pioneer.
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Girls basketball seniors choose teachers for Honor an Educator night On Friday, Jan. 5, Pine City Girls Basketball Seniors Alison Brown and Grace Langmade chose teachers Kristin Unverzagt (Math) and Mary Ellen Sauser (Social Studies) as the teachers who made an impact on their lives.
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Basketball team tallies two wins BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
With a pair of over-matched opponents on the schedule this past week, the Dragons boys basketball team wasted no time in taking care of business. The Dragons are an impressive 11-4 on the season with all four losses coming against opponents from a higher class, and three of those losses by six points or less. As the team approaches a crucial stretch, the squad is playing good basketball on both ends of the floor. PINE CITY 82, ONAMIA 40 After beating these same Panthers by 61 in the first meeting, the outcome of this game was never in doubt. Pine City shot over 40 percent from three, and seemed to be enjoying themselves as they cruised to the win. “What a fun game and atmosphere,” said head coach Kyle Allen. “The boys came out, were excited, and kept that talking and enthusiasm throughout the whole game. The boys were as loud as I can remember them this year and that makes it a lot of fun. We really shot well as a team, and a lot of that has to do with our mindset – both being positive and allowing our defensive intensity and tenacious rebounding to carry us through on the offensive end.” The Dragons took care of business on the defense and handled themselves well on the boards as they held their opponent in check and finished with 40 rebounds. Seth Logan led the way with 17 points while going 5-6 from three, and adding a team-high nine rebounds. Jake Rademacher set a tone early and came up with a big game including 16 points and seven boards. Nick Hansmann also had 16 while going 4-7 from three, and Jake Adams had 10.
“It is a lot of fun to coach these boys when we can get after it,” added Allen. “They ran sets great, worked well together, and played exciting, selfless basketball. We are excited about what we are building on and expect it to continue into this long conference run of games.” PINE CITY 91, OGILVIE 29 The Dragons pounded the Lions from the start. Less than four minutes into the contest and the score was 25-2. Getting his second start of the week and second start of the season, Seth Logan responded with a career-high 33 points to go along with eight rebounds and six assists. Clay Logan had 22 points and seven rebounds. Konnor Jusczak had a nice game with 14 points and four assists, while Rademacher was solid as usual with 10 points and seven boards. “The Logan boys had great games respectively,” said Allen. “I know everyone will look at the point total, but I am so happy with their rebounding total. Konnor was really looking to work on his role as a creator, and he and Seth Logan led us in assists. We shot the ball really well, shooting 47 percent from outside. We also did a nice job at the line (shooting 16/20 for 80 percent).” The Dragons are now set to enter the meat of their schedule. With a pair of matchups against both Braham and Hinckley-Finlayson in the next six weeks, the Great River Conference is just heating up. Pine City also has tough non-conference games upcoming against Mora, Milaca and Moose Lake/ Willow River. (Right) Konnor Jusczak takes the charge by Ogilvie’s Logan Peterson on Friday, Jan. 19 at Ogilvie. TONYA BURK | KANABEC COUNTY TIMES
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Wrestlers compete 3 times in 5 days BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Wrestlers from Pine City/Hinckley-Finlayson had a lot on their plates this past week with three different competitions in a five-day stretch. The squad has several wrestlers who have been standing out in matches, but have also had some challenges to deal with. “Overall it was a good week of wrestling,” said head coach Milo Allen, “but it was a busy week. We’re tired, so we’re looking for a little chance to recover. We don’t have anything for over a week now. We’ve had a lot of guys out sick so we’re looking to get everyone healthy for the beginning of February.” The week started with a dual against the Mille Lacs Raiders on Tuesday, Jan. 16. MILLE LACS 48, PC/H-F 24.00 The Dragons had four wrestlers win via pin. At 106 pounds, Gavin Rockstroh continued to take steps forward with an impressive win. Will Fix got a pin at 113, Tim Johnson pinned his opponent at 145, and Carter Utecht also got a pin at 195. “Honestly I thought we’d have it a little bit closer,” Allen said of the dual. “We did have some great matches by Gavin and Will, and Timmy Johnson won a huge match. Of course, Carter won his match as well, so those guys all did well. Lukas Kemen was wrestling at 182 pounds and went all six minutes. These guys wrestled hard and made the hometown
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Carter Utecht prepares to prevail. He placed third in North Branch and fifth in St. Croix Falls.
Summer Rockstroh gets a grip on her opponent.
proud. The one knock is that these guys have to build more confidence and make sure we go on the mat with the attitude that we can win.” The guys would have opportunities to do just that as they wrestled twice on the road on backto-back days, Jan. 19 in North Branch and Jan. 20 in St. Croix Falls.
Rockstroh was the only other Dragon to make it to the podium, going 4-1 on the day and earning fifth. “Gavin had some great matches,” explained Allen. “He kept pushing and pushing in some longer matches and responded in some desperation moments. He had a big win right at the end where he came from behind. He’s really improved.”
NORTH BRANCH TOURNAMENT “Friday night we went to an eight team tournament at North Branch, and we brought 10 wrestlers down,” explained Allen. “Overall I’d say our guys are wrestling hard and using what they’ve learned. We’re concentrating on breaking down the match into three periods and winning one period at a time. Physical conditioning has come around, the guys are in great shape. We’ve been wrestling live in prac-
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tice for 32-36 minutes. The guys are saying it’s helping and it’s starting to pay off. By the end of the season we could be up to as much as 60 minutes straight of just grinding.” Utecht and Robbie Decker were the standouts on the evening, each going 2-1 and placing second. Both wrestled hard in the finals only to lose tough matches. Rockstroh went 1-2 and took fourth. Both Fix (1-1) and Johnson (2-1) earned fifth place finishes. ST. CROIX FALLS TOURNAMENT With no down time, the Dragons headed to St. Croix Falls for a tough 20-team tournament the following day and only brought four wrestlers as the squad was hit hard with sickness. Rockstroh, Fix, Decker and Utecht all went hard throughout the day, each meeting stiff competition. The highest
finisher was Utecht, who looked to be in top form as he placed third. “Carter Utecht had a great day,” said Allen. “After taking second on Friday, he wrestled hard again on Saturday. He was able to secure a first round bye due to his season record, but he pinned a kid who was a state qualifier in the first period in his first match. Then he wrestled tough against a kid who was the #2 seed and only lost by a single point. A little frustrating for him because it sure looked like he was the better wrestler, but it doesn’t always swing your way. If he wrestles like that up in sections, I don’t think there’s a person in the section that can keep up with him. Carter is wrestling really well right now. He’s trained up and getting faster. He had a medical forfeit to take third.”
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Fix had a tough draw early in the tournament, having to wrestle the top seed. He hung tough but came up short. Decker ended just a match away from the placement round and did a great job with the limited rest and short turnaround. The team now has a lengthy layoff and will look to recuperate for their final push toward postseason.
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Carter Utecht takes the podium for third place at St. Croix Falls on Saturday, Jan. 20.
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Result: Fell short against Grantsburg, but beat Little Falls and Paynesville Where/When: At Grantsburg on Jan. 9, at home vs. Little Falls on Jan. 11, at Paynesville on Jan. 18
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The gymnast that is athlete of the week is Ava Tallarico. She shows up to practice every day with goals and always works incredibly hard. She is also an incredible leader who leads our team with excellent sportsmanship.
What happened: Rush City/Pine City/Hinckley-Finlayson gymnastics had a great few weeks. Despite losing at Grantsburg 125.85-131.25, the athletes continued to improve. The first home meet of the year came a few days later against Little Falls and saw the squad score a season high 131.475 with Little Falls varsity scoring a 118.25. This represented a 13-point improvement from the Flamingos’ lowest meet. Finally, the team picked up another win at an encouraging meet in Paynesville as they won a tighter affair 128.425-124.813 What it means: The squad is coming together and starting to perform at a higher level.
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Gavin Rockstroh achieved fifth place status, going 4-1, for a place on the podium at St. Croix Falls.
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Torching noxious weeds BY SHANE BLAIR MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
There are many management tools/ strategies that can be used to halt the spread of invasive plants. One tool that is often associated with gardening is the propane weed torch. It kills weeds organically, effectively, and selectively. Watching the plant burn to a crisp using a torch can also be satisfying. Torching will kill most annual weeds, but for perennial and woody vegetation, repeated torching is often needed to control regrowth. In addition to managing weeds, there are ecological benefits of torching noxious weeds. Charcoal resulting from the charred weeds returns nitrogen back to the soil. The removal of noxious weeds stimulates new growth and allows native plants to return. There is also little soil disturbance and no left-over chemical residues. Most weed torches produce up to 2,000 degrees F which is enough heat to kill most weeds and their propagating parts. Conservation Corps of Minnesota and
Iowa (CCMI) uses weed torches to control naturalizing Asian bush honeysuckle, barberry, buckthorn, and other woody invasive plants. Torching Palmer amaranth has been an effective way to control this weed in conservation plantings. Z Many safety precautions must be taken before considering any kind of controlled burn for weed control. Contact the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), local Forestry Office and your local police and fire authorities to inquire about requirements, legalities, and safety measures to consider before planning to weed torch. Other factors to consider include the following: • Is a burn permit needed? The permit has basic instructions for conducting and controlling a burn, along with how to contact local emergency dispatch when you plan to weed torch. • Vegetation moisture levels – is the vegetation very dry? If so, consider timing the torching when the vegetation is green or very wet. • Is there a readily available source of water nearby for fire suppression?
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A member of Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa torches a Palmer amaranth plant to eradicate the weed in a conservation planting.
• What are the environmental conditions? Consider wind direction and smoke hazards. • What type of protective clothing and personal safety equipment are necessary? CCMI and other agencies such as the DNR and Minnesota Department of Transportation are required to wear fire retardant clothes along with boots,
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Aging Services added two new amenities to help our aging neighbors live well and remain in their homes as long as they are able. Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer’s Caregiver Health (REACH) and the Reflections Memory program are helping our parents and grandparents age with dignity and respect. Volunteers donated 3,209 hours of time. The 10 Family Pathways thrift stores provided over 100 jobs, gave people a chance to recycle and reuse, kept 2.9 million pounds of material out of our landfills and provided thousands of dollars for support of the human services mentioned above. In spring of 2018 another thrift store located in Ham Lake will open.
This leads to our community donorswithout you, none of the above would be possible. Last year, community contributions provided assistance to 22,453 men, women, and children. Whether you made a financial contribution, donated your gently used items to Family Pathways’ thrift stores, or gave the gift of your time through volunteering, We appreciate your trust and belief in our mission; you are truly the fuel to our fire that warms many families along the pathways of our communities. Reid A. Zimmerman, interim executive director Family Pathways
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2018 INITIATIVES Chief Executive Benjamin previewed numerous initiatives for the coming year, including: • The opening of new community center in Hinckley, which will be a hub for family and community activities, wellness programs, and cultural offerings, and the groundbreaking for a new District 1 community center. • The renaming of the Mille Lacs Band Government Center in honor of the late Marge Anderson, longtime Chief Executive of the Band. • An initiative to transition more Band renters into home ownership. • The opening of a Band dialysis center in Isle. • Continued growth in the Band’s non-gaming investments and job creation, as well as small business opportu-
FROM PAGE 1 came to be. Reed said that he and the other organizers wanted the event to be a success for everyone involved. “We tried to formulate it so that the artist wins, our Pheasants Forever fundraising wins, and the Pine Center for the Arts gets something too,” he said. He said that he has seen local, nature-themed art make good income
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Chief of Police. “I am so humbled by all the Band members who have come forward this year as Warriors,” Benjamin concluded. “You give me strength; you give us all strength – because the power of the people is always greater than the people in power.”
nities for Band members. • The opening of an auto shop to service Band vehicles and create training and job opportunities for Band members. · The continuing transition of the Nay Ah Shing School into an Ojibwe language immersion school, and a new pursuit to create a vocational high school. · Pursuit of a radio station to serve the reservation and provide information to Band members. · Continued focus on addressing the opioid crisis with a comprehensive, culture-based prevention and treatment approach. “Band government cannot stop a person from trying drugs or becoming addicted,” Benjamin said. “But what we can do is offer help to those who are ready to receive it.”
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Dalores M. Kern
Dalores Kern passed away on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, in Anoka at the age of 85. Dalores Mae Kern was born in Devils Lake, North Dakota to Alex and Eva (Schela) Kuntz on May 12, 1932. They moved to Sebeka, Minnesota when Dalores was in elementary school, where her family owned and operated the Sebeka Bakery. Dalores graduated from Sebeka High School in 1950, and on Nov. 12, 1951, Dalores married Kenneth Kern at St. Hubert’s Catholic Church in Bluegrass, Minnesota. They had eight children who became the center of their lives. Dalores’ heart was broken on April 19, 1979, when Ken died. She never remarried but dedicated the rest of her life to caring for their youngest child Matt who has Down Syndrome. Dalores loved having coffee with friends and family and was very proud of the fact that she had 32 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. She was excited every time a new child was born into the family. Dalores is survived by daughters: Cheryl Kern of Ramsey; Virginia (Tu) Tran of Coon Rapids and their children Joseph, Peter (Kate), Mari (Steve) Hobday, Paul (Nicole), and Elizabeth (Andrew) Stulac; Bridget (Jon) Juenger of Austin and their sons Jordan (Kyrie), Aaron (Kaitlyn), Stephen and Kevin; Corinne (John) McKenzie of Braham and their children Sister Mary Angela, Laura, Sr. Mary Patrick, Philip and Caroline; Brenda (Ron) Miller of Columbus and their children Lucas (Gina), Adam (Marina), Sr. Rose Marie, Christina, Sr. Mary Esther, Benjamin, Victoria and Magdalena; sons: Michael (Laura) Kern of Trimont and their children Patrick (Monica), Daniel (Emily), Leah (Dayn) Besel, Katelyn, and Erin (Patrick) Eustice, Elly Swanson, Evan Swanson, and Erin Swanson; Max
(Stephanie) Kern of Great Falls, Montana and their children Bethany, Kenneth, Alex, Gemma and Anthony; Mathew Kern of Cold Spring; 32 great-grandchildren; siblings: Marlene (Myron) Bertrang of LeSueur, Donald (Mary) Kuntz of Glenwood, Robert (Mary) Kuntz of Burnsville and Kathleen (Eugene) Wellmann of Hanska. Dalores is preceded in death by her husband Ken; her parents; and her infant sister Mary. Monsignor Aleksander Suchan celebrated a Mass of Christian Burial for Dalores on Wednesday, Jan. 24 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pine City with a time of visitation and reviewal one hour prior to Mass in St. Anthony Commons. Visitation and reviewal was also planned for Tuesday evening with a Rosary at the Swanson Chapel in Pine City. Cards of condolence may be sent to: Kern Family 15160 Quinalt Street NE Columbus, Minnesota 55025 Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel; www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
Shirley V. Leger Shirley Vivian Leger passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, in Brook Park at the age of 79. She leaves behind her son Terry (Wendy) Leger, daughters Julie (LeeRoy Salyers), Debra and Roxanne Leger as well as 16 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Shirley was born on Sept. 13, 1938, in Braham, to Gladys Waschenbecker. She grew up in Pine City with
her mother and brother, Harold Waschenbecker. She graduated from Pine City High School in 1956. After graduation she married the love of her life, Ronald Leger on July 28, 1956. They went on to build a life and raise their five children in Brook Park. In 1985 Ron decided to waltz across Texas with his “Baby Cakes” in his arms. They lived there a few years and created many great memories. She worked at Motorola and really enjoyed her job. While they loved Texas, they decided to go back to Brook Park and lived out the rest of their lives there. Shirley had a passion for animals and all things living. Her dog, Penny, was her pride and joy. She spoiled her rotten. Penny never left Shirley’s side. Shirley also loved flowers and plants. She felt they too have feelings just as any other living thing. She saw her first lady slipper in St. Croix National Park and was in absolute awe of its beauty. It was a story told for the rest of her days. Donating to charities such as the American Humane Society, American Cancer Society and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital proved her love was not just for people she knew. Shirley had a heart of gold and everyone knew it. She had friends from all over and really enjoyed visits from loved ones near and far. Although sometimes not feeling well, she would always do her best to make everyone happy. She was known as “Grandma Grape” to her grandchildren. They absolutely adored her. She also had a great love for God and always knew she would walk with Jesus in the garden. It comforts all of her loved ones knowing she is doing exactly that. Shirley is preceded in death by her mother Gladys Waschenbecker; daughter Brenda Leger; husband Ronald Leger; grandson Ronald “Beeno” Martini; great-granddaughter Tina Greene; brother Harold Waschenbecker. Pastor Marvin Miller officiated funeral services for Shirley on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City, with music provided by Wyatt Freitag. Interment is at Brook Park Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel; www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
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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
Sunday Worship Service 11am Holy Communion first and third Saturdays and festival days.
Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.
Pomroy Chapel
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
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.
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 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 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com
915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities.
406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
South Pine Baptist 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. Thursday Service: 5:30 p.m.
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
320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.
Pine City Evangelical Free 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
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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Big brother and sister Miles and Amelia Moran are proud to announce the birth of their little brother, Llewyn David Moran, born Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017, at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Duluth. He weighed seven pounds, eight ounces and was 20 inches long. Llewyn’s parents are Dr. Brian and Arrin Moran of Duluth. Grandparents are Tim and Lori Carlson of Pine City, Bill and Nancy Moran of Auburn, Nebraska, and great-grandmother Sandra Handy of Tehachapi, California.
Ryana Michelle Janet Edwards was born on Dec. 27, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 13 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Kayzreona Edwards and Ryan Williams of Mora and Lino Lakes. Ryana is welcomed by grandparents Michelle Darrough of Minneapolis and Ovell Edwards of South Carolina.
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Templin Riley Faye Templin was born on Dec. 25, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed seven pounds, nine ounces and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Marc and Rebekah Templin of Isle. Riley is welcomed home by siblings Payten, 4, and Hailey, 2, Templin. Her grandparents are Larry and Gloria Templin of Isle.
Edrie Mary Bernice Ostrander was born on Dec. 26, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed eight pounds, eight ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Dena and Jared Ostrander of Mora. Edrie is welcomed home by siblings Shantanna, 24, Rhiannen, 21, and Isaak, 2. Her grandparents are Terry and Judith Ostrander of Ironwood.
Thor Alan Collison was born on Dec. 29, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, 11 ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. His parents are Dale and Stephanie Collison of Cambridge. Thor is welcomed home by siblings Winston, 6, and Cruz, 3. His grandparents are Alan and Dawn Hanson, Kris and Chris Campbell, Heather Collison, all of Cambridge, Mark Collison of Andover and Judy Collison of Glendale, Arizona.
PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER Jan. 15 - 22 Theft, burglary, vandalism
Jan. 15, 1:37 p.m., report of damage to property, Henriette Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Jan. 16, 8:39 a.m., report of fraud, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek west. Jan. 16, 3:41 p.m., report of property damage, Northridge Dr., Pine City north. Jan. 17, 9:03 p.m., report of fraud, Forest Blvd., Rock Creek west. Jan. 18, 12:02 a.m., report of predatory offender, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. Jan. 19, 11:39 a.m., report of fraud, Oak Grove Dr., Chengwatana Twp. west. Jan. 20, 8:31 a.m., report of theft, Northridge Ct., Pine City north. Jan. 20, 9:00 a.m., report of fraud, Maple Ave., Rock Creek east. Jan. 20, 1:52 p.m., report of property damage, Henriette Rd./I-35, Pokegama Twp. east. Jan. 20, 8:39 p.m., report of property damage, Hillside Ave., Pine City south. Jan. 20, 10:45 p.m., report of property damage w/animal, Brook Park Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Jan. 21, 9:58 p.m., report of security alarm, Beroun Crossing Rd., Mission Creek Twp.
Miscellaneous Jan. 15, 9:08 p.m., report of order violation, Main St., Pine City south. Jan. 16, 7:56 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Airwaves
Rd., Pine City north. Jan. 16, 8:55 p.m., report of crank 911 calls, 2nd Ave., Henriette. Jan. 17, 3:52 p.m., report of harassment, Main St., Pine City south. Jan. 18, 9:48 a.m., report of damage to property, Amber Ln., Pokegama Twp. west. Jan. 18, 2:02 p.m., report of fraud, Main St., Pine City north. Jan. 18, 2:59 p.m., report of assault, Main St., Pine City south. Jan. 18, 7:28 p.m., report of harassment, Main St., Pine City south. Jan. 18, 9:29 p.m., report of domestic, 7th Ave., Pine City north. Jan. 19, 1:07 a.m., report of predatory offender, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. Jan. 19, 2:07 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Birchwood Trl., Pine City Twp. east. Jan. 19, 9:40 a.m., report of disturbance, White Oak Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. Jan. 19, 2:59 p.m., report of drug incident, Beroun Crossing Rd., Chengwatana Twp. east. Jan. 19, 7:53 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Lakeview Heights Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Jan. 19, 8:34 p.m., report of drunk, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek west. Jan. 20, 4:26 p.m., report of disturbance, 7th Ave., Pine City north. Jan. 20, 7:41 p.m., report of customer trouble, 8th St., Pine City north. Jan. 21, 9:52 a.m., report of animal disturbance, Lakeview
Heights Rd., Pokegama Twp. west. Jan. 21, 6:50 p.m., report of disturbance, State Hwy. 107, Pokegama Twp. west.
Jail roster Jan. 15, Daniel Adam Brown, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, probation violation-fe; remand-bail, fleeing police officer, burglary- poss of burglary tools. Jan. 16, William Joseph Chavie, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree- alcohol conc over... Jan. 16, Derick James Feigum, hold for other agency, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weapon- other weap... Jan. 16, Randy Lee Frank, Pine County warrant, under sentence, traffic- driver’s license-driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released Jan. 17. Jan. 16, April Lindsay Devries, book and release, Pine County warrant, drivers’ licenses- driving restric...; traffic- violate driver’s license conditions. Released Jan. 16. Jan. 17, Michael Kevin Charlsen, warrant, remand-hold, assault- domestic assault- fe... Jan. 17, Paul Carry Lavell, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree. Jan. 17, Jacob Aaron Wicklund, warrant, hold for other agency, assault- terrorist threats reckless dis...; under sentence, theftalter/possess/sell/ buy- proper... Jan. 17, Roxanne Nicole Berg-
gren, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, malicious punishment of a child... Released Jan. 18. Jan. 17, Skip David Corley, Pine County warrant, no days sent com, traffic- driving after revocation. Released Jan. 18. Jan. 17, Kellie Shelene Nelson, hold for other agency, govtfailure to appear- misd. Released Jan. 18. Jan. 17, Brian Joseph Roehling, warrant, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control...; hold for other agency, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- poss... Released Jan. 18. Jan. 18, Aaron Michael Lang, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, disturb- interfere with 911 call; domestic assault- by strangulation. Jan. 18, Thomas Michael Mitzel, warrant, under sentence, terroristic threats- reckless disreg... Jan. 18, Rachel Marie Rodysill, warrant, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreeprocure/poss/control by...; remand-hold, traffic regulation- driver must ca... trafficdriving after revocation, drivers’ licenses- driving restrict...; drugs- 3rd degree- possess 3 gram...; govt- smuggle- contraband into prison. Jan. 18, Chrissey Marie Nelson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-RPR, domestic assault- by strangulation; assault- domestic assaultmisd. Released Jan. 19. Jan. 19, Victor Lee Bowen, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, domestic abuse no contact order- V...
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To everyone who has supported us following the tragic passing of Weylon Wiedemann, we would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation. Your tremendous outpouring of love, sympathy and many acts of kindness continue to be a great comfort to us in our time of sorrow. The Wiedemann Family
Jan. 19, Matthew Michael Brown, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- poss... Jan. 19, Jonah Burning Breast, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, fugitive from justice from other st...; hold for other agency, drugs- 4th degreeposs w/intent to sell- M. Jan. 19, Craig David Heesaker, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, domestic assault- by strangulation, assault- domestic assault- misd. Jan. 19, Kia Lee, Pine County warrant, domestic assaultGM- subsequent viol... Jan. 19, Richelle Letrice Smith, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, fleeing police officer in motor vehicle; hold for other agency, traffic- driving after revocation. Jan. 19, Shanise Rae St John, warrant, hold for other agency, govt- false name or DOB- fictitious; Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu... Jan. 19, Robert James Thurston, under sentence, thefttake/use/transfer movable pro... Jan. 19, Brandon Charles Thielbar, under sentence, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weapon- other we...; hold for other agency, contempt of court- fail to pay ord... Released Jan. 20. Jan. 19, Kristina Carol Jensen, hold for other agency, drugs5th degree- poss/procure/ control... Released Jan. 19. Jan. 19, Charlotte Maggie Swedeen, book and release, summons, drugs- 5th degreeposs... Released Jan. 19. Jan. 20, Sheree Lynn Johnson,
awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su... Jan. 20, Wesley John William Premo, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss... 5th degreeposs- marijuana, poss/sale hypo syringe/needle. Jan. 20, Rogelio Salazar Rodriguez, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released Jan. 21. Jan. 21, Corrina Rae Davis, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, burglary- 1st degreeocc res- forced- day... Jan. 21, Jason Ronald Davis, awaiting trial/court, Pine County warrant, theft- $500 or less- M; probable cause, burglary- 1st degree- dwelling- occupied... Jan. 21, Jason Gene Lindman, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, weapon- poss- ineligible convicted of...; drugs- 2nd degree- poss... 5th degreeposs- marijuana. Jan. 21, Michael Lee Merry, warrant, probable cause, traffic- driving after cancellation, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control su...; Pine County warrant, domestic assaultmisdemeanor- commit... Jan. 21, William Fredrick Terwedow, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss...; hold for other agency, theft- $500 or lessM.
There have been 102 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2018.
COLLEGE Graduate Taylor Nelson of Pine City was recognized for leadership and service to the university and community and received the 2017 Chancellor’s Leadership Award at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Nelson majored in health science and pre-occupational therapy. She was a member of the
National Society for Leadership and Success, Phi Kappa Phi honor society, Colleges against Cancer and Red Cross Club. She served as a community adviser and Pointer Pal in the residence halls and volunteered with Labor of Love and Make a Difference Day. She graduated with summa cum laude honors and is the daughter of Tami and Mark Nelson.
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PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Summary of Minutes of Organizational and Regular Meeting and Committee of the Whole Tuesday, January 2, 2018, 10:00 a.m. – Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota County Administrator David Minke called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Commissioners Steve Hallan, Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee, John Mikrot, Jr. and Matt Ludwig were present, along with County Attorney Reese Frederickson. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. County Administrator Minke called for nominations for Chair. Commissioner Chaffee nominated Commissioner Hallan for Chair. With no further nominations, a unanimous white ballot was cast to elect Commissioner Hallan as Chair. Motion carried 5-0. Chair Hallan called for nominations for Vice-Chair. Commissioner Ludwig nominated Commissioner Chaffee for Vice–Chair. With no further nominations, a unanimous white ballot was cast to elect Commissioner Chaffee as Vice-Chair. Motion carried 5-0. Chair Hallan called for public comment. Aileen Croup requested commissioners use their microphones so they may be heard easily. Commissioner Ludwig moved to adopt the amended Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Chair Hallan recognized and thanked Chris’ Food Center, Pine City Car Wash and Rock Creek Motor Stop as hosts of Pine County recycling sheds. Roger Theuninck from Chris’ Food Center was present to receive a plaque. Chair Hallan made the following Board and Committee assignments for 2018: Outside Boards and Committees 2018 Representative 2018 Alternate AMC Committee – Environment & Natural Resources Mohr AMC Committee – General Government Mikrot AMC Committee – Health & Human Services Chaffee AMC Committee – Public Safety Policy Committee Hallan AMC Committee – Transportation & Infrastructure Ludwig AMC Committee – Indian Affairs Advisory Council Hallan Chaffee Arrowhead Counties Association (ACA) All Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) All Central MN Jobs and Training Service Hallan Ludwig Central Regional EMS Committee Ludwig Mikrot East Central Regional Development Commission (ECRDC) Mikrot Hallan East Central Regional Juvenile Center (ECRJC) Advisory Committee Ludwig Mikrot East Central Regional Library Mohr Chaffee East Central Solid Waste Commission (ECSWC) Hallan Ludwig Extension Committee Chaffee/Mohr Fiber-Optic Joint Power Board Hallan Mohr GPS 45:93 Joint Powers Board County Administrator David Minke Hallan Lakes and Pines Community Action Council (CAC) Hallan Mikrot Law Library Mohr Chaffee Northeast Minnesota Area Transportation Partnership Hallan Mikrot Northeast Emergency Communication Board (f/k/a NE MN Regional Radio Board) Hallan Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom NLX Ludwig Chaffee Rush Line Corridor Task Force Mikrot Mohr Snake River Watershed Joint Powers Board Mohr Hallan Soil & Water Conservation District Liaison Ludwig Mohr State Community Health Services Advisory Committee Hallan Community Health Board Administrator Kathy Filbert County Established Committees 2018 Appointment 2018 Alternate Budget Committee All Economic Development Mikrot/Mohr Facilities Committee Ludwig/Mohr GIS Committee Hallan/Mohr Government Operations Ludwig/Mikrot Health & Human Services Hallan/Chaffee Investment Committee Ludwig/Hallan Land/Zoning Advisory Committee/ *Liaison to Zoning Board Chaffee/Ludwig* Legislative Committee All Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Hallan/Chaffee Negotiations (Labor Relations) Committee Chaffee/Mohr Personnel Committee Chaffee/Ludwig Mohr Pine County Chemical Health Coalition Ludwig/Mikrot Public Safety Committee Hallan/Ludwig Technology Committee Hallan/Mohr Transportation Committee Hallan/Mikrot Other Appointments 2018 Appointment Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator required by section 3.2 of the County Policy and Procedure Manual Jackie Koivisto AMC Delegate Appointments (county is authorized 1 delegate for each commissioner and three additional delegates) Steve Hallan Matt Ludwig Josh Mohr Mark LeBrun Steve Chaffee Becky Foss John Mikrot, Jr. David Minke Northeast Minnesota Regional Advisory Committee Sheriff Jeff Nelson After discussion, the 2018 Board of Commissioners regular meetings were set as follows: • The meetings on the first Tuesday of the month (except as noted below) begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. • The meetings on the third Tuesday of the month begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County History Museum, 6333 H C Andersen Alle, Askov, Minnesota (and at Sandstone upon completion of the government building).
NOTICE Unclaimed Over Payments – 2009-2013 Ethel Williams PID 14.0094.000 236 Via Cassandra Fallbrook, CA 92028 Busby G Dasent PID 18.5136.000 8448 Logan Ave N Brooklyn Park, MN 55444-1470 Beneficial Loan & Thrift Co PID 26.0445.000 Foreclosure Specialist 961 Weigel Dr Elmhurst, IL 60126 Michael & Carol Waltz PID 25.0369.000 23977 Inwood Ave N Forest Lake, MN 55025 Alyson E Newquist PID 05.0141.000 2309 E 35th St
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT Case Type – Other Civil Mortgage Foreclosure Court File No. 58-CV-17-619 Stearns Bank, N.A., a National Banking Association, Plaintiff, v. Kelly T. Koffler and Katherine G. Koffler, husband and wife; Robert T. Hommell and Heather D. Hommell, husband and wife; White Bear Foot Clinic, Inc.; National Account Services, Inc.; and Fairview Health Services, Defendants. NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE (REAL PROPERTY) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that under and by virtue of the Judgment signed on December 12, 2017, and entered in the above
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entitled action on December 19, 2017, by the District Court of Pine County, Minnesota, Tenth Judicial District, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due Plaintiff in the above-entitled action from Defendants, which is $68,601.53, as prescribed in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Pine County will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, on the 1st day of March, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063, the premises and real estate, lying and being in the County of Pine, State of Minnesota, described in said Judgment, to-wit: Northwest Quarter of Southwest Quarter (NW ¼ of SW ¼ ) and South Half of Southwest Quarter (S ½ of SW ¼ ), Section Three (3), Township Thirty-eight
Mpls, MN 55404 Shawn M & Shannon B Kuiper 7400 Temp Terrace Sandstone, MN 55072 Renee M Wold PO Box 91 Sturgeon Lake, MN 55783 Tammy Kraetzner 1224 8th Ave S S St Paul, MN 55075 Michael D & Cynthia A Mauren 13396 Red Fox Rd Rogers, MN 55374 Liberty Title, Inc. 17267 Yale St NW Lwr Lvl Elk River, MN 55330 Andrew & Sandra Wilkening
(38), Range Twenty-one (21), EXCEPT the following: 1) A strip of land 2 rods wide off from the West side of said NW ¼ of SW ¼ of Section 3; 2) A strip 2 rods wide off from North side of said NW ¼ of SW ¼ of Section 3; 3) A small tract 4 rods long North and South by 2 rods wide East and West off from SW ¼ of SW ¼ of said Section 3 in the Northwest corner of said SW ¼ of SW ¼ of Section 3, this tract described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said SW ¼ of SW ¼ of Section 3, thence East 2 rods, thence South 4 rods, thence West 2 rods to West line of said SW ¼ of SW ¼ and thence North to place of beginning. 4) North 900 feet of the West 484 feet of Northwest Quarter of Southwest Quarter (NW ¼ of SW ¼) of Section Three (3), Township Thirty-eight (38), Range Twenty-one (21), Pine County, Minnesota.
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2018 County Board regular meeting dates are set as follows: January 2nd and 16th February 6th and 20th March 6th and 20th April 3rd and 17th May 1st and 15th June 5th and 19th July 3rd and 17th August 7th and 21st September 4th and 18th October 2nd and 16th November 6th and 20th December 5th (Wednesday due to AMC Conference) and 18th Board of Equalization, June 18, 2018, 6:00 p.m., Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Truth in Taxation, December 6, 2018, at 6:00 p.m., Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Committee Meetings. Generally are in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Facilities 1st Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. Personnel 2nd Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. (except for January, 2018 Personnel Committee meeting which will be held on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 9:00 a.m.) Technology 4th Tuesday of even numbered months (February, April, June, August, October and December) at 9:00 a.m. All meetings subject to change. Contact the County Administrator’s Office for further information. Commissioner Mohr moved to approve the Minutes of the December 19, 2017 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report – December 2017 Commissioner Ludwig moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Mikrot moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Approve Disbursements Journal Report, December 1, 2017 – December 31, 2017. Approve the 2018 waste hauler licenses for the following businesses: Curt’s Rolloffs, Jim’s Mille Lacs Disposal, Jones Construction, LePage & Sons, Matt’s Sanitation, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, Quality Disposal Systems, Talon Sanitation, LLC, Tri-Township Disposal District, Veit, and Waste Management. Acknowledge the Child and Teen Check-Up Program. At 10:17 a.m. Chair Hallan recessed the County Board meeting and opened the Regional Railroad Authority annual meeting. Pine County Regional Railroad Authority Annual Meeting Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the Railroad Authority officer appointments: Chair: Commissioner Steve Hallan; Vice-Chair: Commissioner Steve Chaffee; Secretary: Administrator David Minke (non-voting); and Treasurer: Auditor/Treasurer Cathy Clemmer (non-voting). Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. There being no further business, the Regional Railroad meeting was adjourned at 10:18 a.m. and the County Board meeting was reconvened. Board Chair Hallan appointed the following to the Pine County Zoning Board: District Commissioner Nomination Term Expiration 1 Steve Hallan Nancy Rys 12/31/2021 2 Joshua Mohr Gary Valvoda 12/31/2019 3 Steve Chaffee Dirk Nelson 12/31/2021 4 John Mikrot Richard Glattly 12/31/2019 5 Matt Ludwig Skip Thomson 12/31/2021 At Large Rick Williams 12/31/2019 At Large Patrick Schifferdecker 12/31/2021 Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve Resolution 2018-01 establishing per diems for various board and committees. Authorize Board Chair and County Administrator to sign. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to award the first publication of the financial statement, proceedings of the County Board and such other notices as required by law to the Pine City Pioneer at $8.75 per column inch, as the official county newspaper, and the second publication of the financial statement and other such notices to the Askov American at $7.35 per column inch. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. A Special Meeting – Committee of the Whole for the purpose of strategic planning was scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at the Pine County Courthouse, Pine City. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to appoint Commissioners Josh Mohr and Steve Chaffee to the Extension Committee. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0. Upcoming meetings were reviewed. Change in date of the Personnel Committee to Monday, January 10, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. Chair Hallan called for a five-minute recess at 10:57 a.m. The meeting reconvened at 11:02 a.m. Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to close the meeting as provided by Minnesota Statute 13D.02 to consider negotiation strategies and develop, discuss and review labor negotiations proposals, for negotiations conducted pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §179A.01 to 179A.25. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0. The meeting was closed at 11:03 a.m. with the following present: Chair Hallan, Commissioners Mohr, Chaffee, Mikrot and Ludwig; County Attorney Reese Frederickson, and County Administrator David Minke. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to open the meeting at 11:40 a.m. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Commissioner Mohr to approve the Agreement between Pine County and AFSCME, Council 65, Local 1647, AFL-CIO (Human Services Unit) for the period of January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2020. Authorize Board Chair and County Administrator to sign. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-1. Commissioner Chaffee opposed. With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the meeting at 11:42 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for January 16, 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 January 25, 2018
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together with all existing or subsequently erected or affixed buildings, improvements and fixtures; all easements, rights of way, and appurtenances; all water, water rights, watercourses and ditch rights (including stock in utilities with ditch or irrigation rights); and all other rights, royalties, and profits relating to the real property, including without limitation all minerals, oil, gas, geothermal and similar matters, referred to as the “Mortgaged Property.” Property Address: 10614 Freedom Road SE, Pine City, Minnesota 55063 Parcel ID No.: 26.0166.000 Date and Recording Information of Mortgage: Mortgage dated December 6, 2004 and recorded on December 9, 2004, in the Office of the Pine County Recorder as Document Number 439421. A Corrective Mortgage was recorded on March 27, 2006 as Document Number 453606. Assigned to
402 Court Ave N Sandstone, MN 55072 William & Elizabeth Thury PID 09.6078.000 $27.41 15833 Wake St NE Ham Lake, MN 55304 Beverly P Wiener PID 08.0067.000 $90.00 % Randy Wiener 30458 Shady Acres Dr Pine City, MN 55063 Please contact Cathy J Clemmer, Pine County Auditor-Treasurer at 635 Northridge Dr NW, Pine City, MN 55063 or call 320-591-1668. Before a refund can be issued an affidavit has to be signed and returned to the County Auditor-Treasurer. If affidavits are not presented to the County AuditorTreasurer within 90 days of the date of publication, the refunds will then be apportioned to the affected taxing districts. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 25, 2018
Stearns Bank, NA via an Assignment of Mortgage recorded on May 7, 2010 as Document Number 487525. Subject to redemption within TWELVE (12) months from the confirmation of said sale. “The time allowed by law for redemption by the mortgagors, the mortgagors’ personal representatives or assigns, may be reduced to five (5) weeks if a Judicial Order is entered under Minnesota Statutes, Section 582.032, determining, among other things, that the mortgaged premises are improved with a residential dwelling of less than five (5) units, are not property used in agricultural production, and are abandoned.” Dated: January 4, 2018 Jeff Nelson Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota By Paul Widenstrom Chief Deputy This instrument was drafted by:
John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 Attorney Registration #0388929 Plaintiff’s Attorney THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR IN AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8 and 15, 2018
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Stanley J. Gross Stanley Gross of P Pine City passed away a his home Sunday, at J Jan. 14, 2018, at the age o 90. of Stanley James G Gross was born Nov. 2 25, 1927, to George a and Harriet (Brown) G Gross in Braham. H lived, played and He w worked on the family f farm west of Pine City until he graduated from Pine City High School in the spring of 1945. World War II ended on Aug. 14, 1945; Stanley still wanted to serve. On Oct. 9, 1945, at the age of 17, he forged his own enlistment papers in order to get in! Of course, the Navy found out but did not send him home. Apparently there were many young men like Stanley; the Navy assigned him to the Minority Crew until his 18th birthday. Stanley served two years 11 months and 23 days in the Navy. He was a radio operator and served on six different ships. There must surely have been a shortage of radio operators during those years because that averaged one ship transfer every six months. Stanley earned the China Service Medal, the Navy Occupation Medal, and the World War II Victory Medal. He returned to Pine City on Oct. 1, 1948. On Feb. 12, 1950, he married his one and only, Dorothy Strassener. Jobs were very scarce in this area, so they decided to move to Moorhead. Dorothy’s son Dean stayed back and lived with Dorothy’s parents, Mike and Lula Strassener. In Moorhead, Stanley found work driving a soft drink truck and it was also in Moorhead where their first daughter was born. After 14 months, when Kathy was just 2 months old, they moved back to Pine City. Upon returning, they rented a farm house owned by Dorothy’s parents. It was during this time Randy, Deb and Rodney were born. Stanley worked the farm land, raised cattle, chickens, pigs, geese and anything else they could sell to feed the family. During that time he also worked many jobs, lost parts of four fingers at Dahlmans, and was a welding foreman until he retired in the early 1990s. Stanley and Dorothy loved working at Pine Camp Ballroom, enjoying the polka music while he bartended and she was a waitress. One of the first things they did after retirement was take that “dream vacation” to Alaska in their motorhome with Donald, Erven and Joan. It was one of the best times he ever had. His kids said that he was the type of Dad all kids would want, because whenever they did something
they shouldn’t have, and that was quite often, he would just say “don’t do that again” and they didn’t! Stanley loved his family and he will be dearly missed. Stan is survived by his wife Dotty Gross of Pine City; children Dean Strassener of Florida, Kathy (Steve) Nelson of Stillwater, Randy (Connie) Gross of Braham, Debbie Gross of Otsego, Rodney (Becky) Gross of Pine City; 14 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; brother Ervin (Joan) Gross of St. Paul; sister Shirley Sheehan of St. Paul; many nieces, nephews and friends. Stan was preceded in death by his parents George and Hattie Gross; siblings Donald Gross, Duane (Jean) Gross, Marcella Christianson, Phyllis (Al) Mammenga and Norman Gross. Funeral services for Stan were held Friday, Jan. 19, 2018, at the Swanson Chapel. The interment took place at Birchwood Cemetery in Pine City with Military Honors provided by the U.S. Navy, Pine City Novak-Milliren VFW Post #4258 and American Legion Post #51. Casket bearers were Nicholas Gross, Sarah Nelson, Jim Gross, Steven Nelson, Mike Gross and Joseph Garrison. Music was provided by Ed Pangerl. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel; www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
Walter R. Teich Walter Teich age 82, o Hutchinson, passed of a away Monday, Jan. 1, 2 2018, at Harmony Rive Living Center in er H Hutchinson. Walter “Wally” R Richard Teich was b born on June 19, 1935, i Pokegama Townin s ship, Pine County, M Minnesota. He was t the son of Emil and Mary (Vondrasek) Teich. Wally was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth at Zion Lutheran Church in Pine City. He received his education in the Country School District #47 one mile south of the family farm. On Aug. 24, 1957, Wally was united in marriage to Barbara Hokanson at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Kroschel. This marriage was blessed with two daughters, Rhonda and Nancy. Wally and family resided in Pine City and later moved to Hutchinson in the mid 1960s. Wally, along with his brother Clarence, ran the Standard Oil Station in Pine City for 10 years. After
selling the gas/service station, Wally opened Wally’s Tire Shop in Hutchinson and was known as “The Tire King.” Wally went to tire sale conventions frequently in Des Moines, Iowa and sold tires both wholesale and retail at his shop, as well as cars. He was entrepreneurial, a consummate salesman and was proud of his career, and was semi-retired later in life. Wally was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He was also a member of the Rod and Gun Club and the American Legion in Corvuso and Cosmos and was active socially. Wally was a self-described people person and enjoyed visiting with others, frequently talking the price of corn and beans with local farmers as well as politics. He enjoyed old time and older country music as well as Elvis and Johnny Cash. He enjoyed polka dancing, playing card games and dice, fishing, bowling, snowmobiling, a little hunting and watching sports. Visiting and socializing with people made him happy and he was generally a positive spirit in the world. He especially enjoyed spending time with family, six grandchildren and friends. When Wally needed assistance with his daily care, he became a resident at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson on June 2, 2015. He was a popular resident there with staff and went out of his way to make new residents feel welcomed. Wally passed away there on Monday, Jan. 1, at the age of 82 years. We as a family would like to thank all of Wally’s caregivers at Harmony River Living Center. Blessed be his memory. Wally is survived by his daughter, Rhonda Hickey and her husband, Frank of Mendota Heights; son-inlaw, Lee Kaping and his wife, Tina of Litchfield; grandchildren, Paige Kaping, Walker Kaping, Max Kaping, Liam Hickey, Parker Hickey and Sean Hickey; siblings, Ernie Teich and his wife, Evelyn of Mesa, Arizona, Rose Marie Merz and her husband, Paul of Maple Plain, Clinton Teich and his wife, Laverne of Pine City, Nina Mattkins of Hutchinson; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Wally is preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Mary Teich; daughter, Nancy Kaping; former spouse, Barbara (Hokanson) Lawson; brothers, Ervin Teich and Clarence Teich; sister-in-law, Arlene Teich; and brother-in-law, Wes Mattkins. Memorial services were held Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018, at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson with interment at Spring Grove Cemetery in Litchfield, Minnesota at a later date. Pastor John Pasche officiated. Organist was Dr. Joan DeVee Dixon and soloist was Renae McKimm singing “I’ll Fly Away” and “Amazing Grace.” Congregational hymns were “Morning Has Broken” and “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee.” Arrangements by the Dobratz-Hantge Chapels in Hutchinson. Online obituaries and guest book available at www.hantge.com. Please click on Obituaries/ Guest Book.
PUBLIC NOTICES FROM PAGE 16 OFFICE OF MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME MINNESOTA STATUTES, 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. ASSUMED NAME: Jeff’s Outdoor Services PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 210 - 5th Ave SE Pine City MN 55063 USA NAMEHOLDER(S): Name: Jeff’s Outdoor Services Lawn Care, LLC Address: 210 - 5th Ave SE Pine City MN 55063 USA If you submit an attachment, it will be incorporated into this document. If the attachment conflicts with the information specifically set forth in this document, this document supersedes the data referenced in the attachment. By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. SIGNED BY: JMC MAILING ADDRESS: PO Box 69 Pine City MN 55063
EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES: office@jeffsoutdoorservices.com Work Item 992961700028 Original File Number 992961700028 STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FILED 01/08/2018 11:59 PM Steve Simon Secretary of State Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 18 and 25, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-18-1 In Re: Estate of Darlyne Anna Purdy, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on March 13, 2018 at 10:00 am, a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive Northwest, Pine City, Minnesota, on a petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of decedent’s heirs, and for the appointment of Anthony Charles Wimmer, whose address is 5034 - 144th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124, as personal representative of the decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal property;
and to do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT Dated: HEATHER WYNN (Judge) 2018.01.17 13:51:22-06’00’ Judge of District Court Dated: KIM NELSON (Pine Court Administration) Jan 17 2018 2:52 PM Court Administrator Deputy Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Nelson, Kim (Pine Court Administration) Jan 17 2018 2:52 PM SPEAR & SWANSON LAW OFFICE David Spear MN# 103834 615 - 3rd Avenue Southwest Pine City, MN 55063 Telephone: 320-629-7586 Facsimile: 320-629-1065 e-mail: dspear@spearswanson .com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 25 and February 1, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-18-3 Estate of Weylon William Wiedemann, also known as Weylon W. Wiedemann, also known as Weylon Wiedemann, Decedent. NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE
AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on March 19th, 2018, at 10:00 AM, a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive, Pine City, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Ashley Wiedemann, whose address is 8780 Ravine Rd, Pine City, MN 55063 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT Dated: HEATHER WYNN (Judge) Judge of District Court 2018.01.18 10:45:07-06’00’ (COURT SEAL) Dated: ELIZABETH OLSON (Pine Court Administration) Court Administrator Deputy Jan 18 2018 10:47 AM Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Olson, Elizabeth (Pine Court Administration) Jan 18 2018 10:46 AM Attorney for Petitioner Kevin A. Hofstad Ledin, Hofstad, Troth & Fleming, Ltd. 539 Main Street S.
Pine City, MN, 55063 Attorney License No: 12445X Telephone: (320) 629-7537 FAX: (320) 629-2479 Email: kevinh@ledinandhofstad.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 25 and February 1, 2018 SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE CITY OF ROCK CREEK January 4, 2018 Mayor Saari called the Rock Creek City Council meeting to order at 7PM. Members present: Craig Saari, Dick Johnson and Joe Babolik. Absent: Pam Hinze and Sam Christenson. Others present: Rod Stevens and Brent Graber. Babolik moved seconded by Johnson to approve the December 7, 2017 minutes. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson moved seconded by Babolik to designate Frandsen Bank & Trust in Pine City for checking and savings. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik moved seconded by Johnson to adopt the Resolution for the safe deposit box rental at Frandsen Bank & Trust. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik moved seconded by Johnson to designate the Pine City Pioneer for publishing legal notices. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik moved seconded by Saari that Dick stays as Acting Mayor. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson moved seconded by Saari to keep Joe as Road Supervisor. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik moved seconded by Johnson to keep Craig as the Cemetery Supervisor. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik moved seconded by Johnson to appoint Sam to the Planning Commission. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson moved seconded by Babolik that the city does not waive
the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minnesota Statues, Section 466.04. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Johnson to approve payment of check #’s 14235 – 14263 and e-transfers totaling $32,436.47. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson motioned seconded by Babolik to adjourn the City Council meeting at 7:39PM. Motion carried all ayes. Sandra Pangerl City Clerk Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 25, 2018 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED VACATION OF PUBLIC STREETS NOTICE IS HERE BY GIVEN by The city of Brook Park, Minnesota, that pursuant to petition filed with said City Clerk, public streets are the proper subject for vacation: All that part of 2nd Ave from Main St. to Lincoln. All that part of 3rd Ave from Main St. to Lincoln. All that part of Lincoln from 2nd Ave to 3rd Ave. Fairview Addition Per original Plat map. But now known on BeaconPine County and now known by the City of Brook Park as the following. All that part of 3rd Ave from Main St. to Lincoln. All that part of 4th Ave from Main St to Lincoln. All that part of Lincoln from 3rd Ave to 4th Ave. Further, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be head at the Brook Park City Hall, Brook Park, Minnesota. On February 5, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. to consider the resolution and to determine whether the vacation of the above-described public streets are in the public interest. Such persons desiring to be heard with reference to the proposed vacation will be heard at this public hearing. Dated January 22, 2018. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 25 and February 1, 2018
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21 WORDS $21.00
22 WORDS $22.00
23 WORDS $23.00
24 WORDS $24.00
25 WORDS $25.00
TOTAL COST
First week cost $_________ X 3 weeks= $________ X .70 TOTAL COST
27 WORDS $27.00
28 WORDS $28.00
29 WORDS $29.00
SELECT CATEGORY 0351 Antiques/Collectibles 0059 ATVs 0401 Auction Calendar 0052 Automobiles 0113 Black Dirt 0060 Boats & Accessories 0353 Building Supplies 0151 Business Opportunity 0403 Crafts/Boutiques 0201 Daycare 0154 Employment 0301 Farm Misc.
0302 Feed/Seed/Hay 0358 Firewood 0366 Guns 0159 Health Care 0115 Home Heating 0106 Home Improvement 0355 Household 0108 Landscaping 0109 Lawn Care 0361 Lawn & Garden 0012 Livestock 0016 Lost & Found
0503 Lots & Acreage 0362 Misc. 0504 Manufactured Homes 0055 Motorcycles/Bikes 0363 Music 0020 Notices 0305 Pets/Supplies 0506 Real Estate 0451 Rentals/Commercial & Residential 0453 Roommates 0056 RVs/Campers
30 WORDS $30.00
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40% DISCOUNT Run 4 weeks
First week cost $_________ X 4 weeks= $________ X .60 TOTAL COST
26 WORDS $26.00
$
30% DISCOUNT Run 3 weeks
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ADVERTISING POLICIES:
The publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not diminish the value of the 0404 Sales advertisement. 0102 Services The publisher's liability for any 0357 Snow Blower/ other error is limited to crediting the Equipment advertiser for the space occupied by 0057 Snowmobiles the advertisement materially affected by the error. For example, if there is a word 0101 Snow Removal missing from a classified ad (garage sale 0050 Trailers item or descriptive word), no credit will be 0112 Tree Service issued. 0058 Trucks/Vans/SUVs Credit will not be given for more 0369 Wanted than one incorrect insertion unless the 0502 For Sale By Owner publisher is notified the same week the error occurs. All claims for adjustment
must be communicated to the publisher within 7 days of the first insertion. Failure to do so will result in forfeit of credit. Requests to place ads after the deadline nullifies all potential credit requests. Please check to make sure your advertisement is correct. If you made a change in your ad - in text and/or scheduling, please check to make sure it is corrected. If you have cancelled an ad, please check to make sure that the advertisement has been cancelled. We cannot guarantee placement of where your ad will be within your classification.
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PINE CITY PIONEER
www.pinecitymn.com
JANUARY 25, 2018
CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP • RAM 320-629-5300 715 Northridge CT NW • Pine City, MN 55063 Exit 171 off of I-35, Pine City
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*Disclaimer: On approved credit. Tax, title, and fees separate. Rates and Financing terms may vary.
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