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Crash kills woman, child survives BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
A Wednesday afternoon crash on St. Croix Road proved fatal to a local woman, but a young child – the only passenger – survived and was discovered by a passing farmer. The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that on May 16 at 5:43 p.m., deputies responded to a single vehicle accident on St. Croix Road east of Pine City. Deputies found an adult female, identified as Marlene Taylor, 31.
Pine County Sheriff Jeff Nelson said Taylor had been ejected from the vehicle when it rolled. “Life saving measures were attempted but she was later pronounced deceased at the scene,” Nelson said. Nelson said his understanding of what happened is that a farmer traveling on St. Croix Road first saw the child coming up out of the deep ditch, and then saw the car and the victim. “I don’t know if ultimately ... he would have found the car without seeing the child,”
Nelson said. “That’s speculative.” The child not have obvious injuries, but was transported to a local hospital to be checked. Nelson said said there was a car seat in the car, but he could not be sure if the child was in the car seat or not at the time of the crash. “It’s hard to say if it was used,” Nelson said. “But if it was used, it obviously worked. It’s kind of amazing how it did happen ... that the child was able to get out and ultimately get help.”
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The vehicle went down into the deep ditch along St. Croix Road, and the child climbed out and back up onto the roadway where he was found.
Students perform ‘The Dining Room’ BY AMY DOEUN NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
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Fawns rest up on a spring morning A walk in the woods near Airport Road led to the discovery of this pair of sleeping fawns on Wednesday, May 16.
When Becky Schueller returned to her home town of Pine City after college she had plenty of theater experience but had never directed a play. AMY DOEUN | THE PIONEER That all changed in Jacob Merrick, Alexandra Waxberg and a hurry. She began Austin Eckert as a father and his two working with Pine children, discuss when they will be old City Heritage Play- enough to eat dinner in the dining room. ers in 2005 directing the Pioneer. “Nuncrackers.” Four years ago she began workTraditionally the theater ing with the Pine City High department will do a musical School Theater Department. in the fall and a one act play “I have a really talented group of kids,” Schueller told SEE DINING ROOM, PAGE 18
Art in the Park gets the summer fun started in Pine City BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
It’s a new start to summer and a new chance to enjoy Fridays evenings of music, food, friends and family with a season of Art in the Park. The Pine City Arts Council presents the latest edition of the annual concert series in Robinson Park. Food will be
served by a different local fundraising organization starting at 5:30 p.m., and music at 6:30 p.m. and running until 8:30 p.m. In case of rain, organizers plan to hold the event in the Pine County Event Center (the new beer hall) at the Pine County Fairgrounds. Bus rides to and from Art in the Park will continue to be free. Free rides can
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be arranged to and from visitors’ homes even outside the usual three-mile radius for the bus service. To arrange a ride, call ahead t0 the Arrowhead Transit bus service at 1-800-862-0175. Pick-ups will take place at Northern Pine Assisted Living at 6 p.m. and at the Westchester Apartments at 6:10 p.m. “Everyone is welcome to ride,” said said Adrienne Roubinek of the Pine City
Arts Council. She noted that there are no age restrictions to ride the bus, and said that on June 1, everyone who rides on the bus will get a free umbrella with their free ride. “There’s a quote from the movie ‘The Greatest Showman’ that goes ‘The noblest art is that of making other people SEE ART, PAGE 18
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Pam Greden, Tressa Hunting, Mary Kay Sloan of A Place For You and Justin Jahnz of East Central Energy celebrated installation of the building’s new heating system, which an ECE grant helped make possible.
‘Furnishings For You’ set to open on May 30
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Field Day fun Pine City Elementary students took to the track on May 18 for a sunny morning and afternoon of athletic adventures at the 50th annual Harter Field Day.
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Pine City’s A Place For You homeless shelter for individuals will soon be opening up a used furniture store at its site in 220 3rd Ave. SE in Pine City. “Furnishings For You” is set to open on May 30. The store will be staffed by volunteers and residents of the Pine City homeless shelter for individuals. The furniture and furnishings will be provided by donations, and the income will be used to help keep down the costs of the shelter. East Central Energy offered a grant of $9,131.25 to supply the back area of the facility – formerly an unheated storage area – with its own air source heat pump system. Energy Services and Strategic Projects Manager Justin Jahnz explained that the state requires East Central Energy to spend .02 percent of their gross revenue on projects that will benefit the economically disadvantaged in the area. “So we often work with community action partners like Lakes & Pines to fulfill our spending requirements, but we look for projects like this that are a little more of a niche and that will benefit larger groups of people,” Jahnz said. One of our co-operative principles is concern for community, and projects like this have a lasting impact by supplying high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment to a budget-constrained organization like A Place For You. “And so, by keeping their operational costs down they can focus on what they do which is helping the people that need help,” he said.
This project was a good fit for us because A Place For You serves those individuals, and we feel it really is a nice hand-up for the community. This project also helps the facility become more self-sufficient because of the high efficiency.” He said work on the project was performed by all local contractors. “This is the second project of the year for us like this,” he said. “We did one up in the Isle women’s shelter. So if there are other organizations around that are looking for something like this, we’d be interested in talking to them.” A Place For You volunteers said they are grateful for the support. The eastern wall and the foundation of the building recently had major issues, and it cost them $52,000 to do the work necessary to get back into shape. “They had to dig out the foundation,” A Place For You’s Pam Greden said. “It was rotten at the bottom and it was rotten at the top. So we applied for lots of grants. We didn’t have the money to do the heating. We just flat-out didn’t have that money.” Now with the heat system installed, volunteers can focus on doing the work necessary to get the store space ready for the May 30 opening. Mary Kay Sloan of A Place For You said they couldn’t make the shelter work without the help of volunteers and community support, and the same is true of their new Furnishings For You venture. “We have a number of volunteers, and ... they’re a really good crew,” Sloan said. “We’re looking forward to getting started [with the store] and seeing lots of people come through the door.”
Pride returns June 3: ‘Never, never ever give up’ EAST CENTRAL MN PRIDE
This year’s East Central MN Pride will once again take place in Pine City’s Robinson Park, Sunday, June 3, from noon to 5 p.m. Always held the first Sunday in June, East Central Minnesota Pride, as it is known, is the celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer or questioning (LGBTQ) residents of East Central Minnesota, and their allies. The theme for this, the 14th annual festival, is “Spirit of Pride: Never, never, ever give up!” The theme was created in memory of Paul Oium,
a founding member of Pride, the Men’s Circle, and East Central MN PFLAG. Paul passed away earlier this year at the age of 80. Though he died, the Men’s Circle, PFLAG and the event he helped found live on. “Paul’s the spirit behind the creation and growth of Pride,” said Phil Schroeder, an event organizer. “Though there were early struggles and sometimes a hostile response to early Prides, Paul’s mantra was, ‘never, never, ever give up!” “Paul grew up during a time of bias and fear of LGBTQ persons,” described Schroeder. “Yet he was always willing to
support people and give them safe opportunities to be themselves.” East Central Minnesota Pride has carved out its place as one of the most significant events in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine counties, hosting big-named entertainers and contributing to the quality of life in the region. This year’s entertainment lineup includes Kind Country and Mark Joseph & The American Soul. Kind Country plays American standards and a genre called Cosmic American which is blues, country and rock and roll in one sparkling package; while Mark Joseph & The
American Soul blends soul and blues music with traditional Americana roots and a rock and roll vibe. The performing artists are supported by a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council through an appropriation from the Minnesota State Legislature. Wyoming Area Community Arts Council is returning with their popular “Kids Can Be Artists Too!” a chance for children of all ages to put paint to canvas. Val Mondor, of Twin Cities Public Television, is back as emcee. As always, the event is free, alcohol and tobacco-free, and open to all.
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MAY 24 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, May 24, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call Julie Samuelson at 320-496-3009 or visit www. rubyspantry.org.
clude making a bear cub craft, hiking, and a retro reel-to-reel nature film. The park is located 15 miles east of Hinckley on State Highway 48, then five miles south on County Road 22. Contact Megan Johnsen at 320-384-6591, email megan. johnsen@state.mn.us, or visit www.mndnr.gov/stcroix for a full schedule of events.
The Rush City Garden Club will be holding their annual plant sale on Thursday, May 24 from 7-9 a.m. This will be at the Rushseba Town Hall on Old Hwy. 61. This same morning there will be a perennial plant sale at the Chisago County Fairgrounds by the log cabin house. Any questions: Jean Hoffman, Rush City Garden Club; 320-358-3189.
MAY 25 PCHS Jazz Band at Art in the Park The Pine City Arts Council premieres Art in The Park 2018 with a free performance by the Pine City High School Jazz Band on Friday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine City Schools Music Boosters will begin serving sloppy joes at 5:30 p.m. Free transportation by Arrowhead Transit. Call 800-862-0175 for free home pickup. Pick up schedule is 6 p.m. at Northern Pine Assisted Living and 6:10 p.m. at Westchester Apartments. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket.
MAY 26 Free film fest at Mille Lacs View short and feature films by and about Minnesotan American Indians from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 26. Each screening will include an introduction by the directors or subjects of the films and will be followed by an audience Q&A session. The festival will include films on Native veterans, films by Minnesota native filmmakers, and the feature films, “Little Crow and the Dakota War” and “A Good Day To Die: Dennis Banks and the American Indian Movement.” This free event will take place at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post in Onamia. Call 320-532-3632 or email millelacs@mnhs.org for more information.
MAY 26 & 27 Mammal Jam Weekend Mammals of all ages are invited to learn about animal tracking, bears, a live animal program with the Minnesota Zoomobile and more, at St. Croix State Park during Mammal Jam Weekend this Friday and Saturday, May 26 and 27. Other programs in-
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The public is invited to Memorial Day Services at Royalton Memorial Cemetery Chapel, northeast of Braham, on Sunday, May 27 at 2 p.m. There will be a special speaker, musical program, and lunch will be served with a free will offering. Call 320-396-2610 for further information.
War of 1812 at the Fur Post
Memorial Day Powwow Experience a contemporary Memorial Day Powwow honoring veterans past and present. Hosted by AMVets Post 53 and the Ladies Auxiliary, this free outdoor event will take place on Monday, May 28 outside the Mille Lacs Indian Museum from noon to 5 p.m. Call 320532-3632 or email millelacs@ mnhs.org for more information.
Brook Park Cemetery Memorial Day ceremony The public is invited to a Memorial Day ceremony at Brook Park Cemetery on Monument Road on Monday, May 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pine City Memorial Day Parade The annual Memorial Day Parade in downtown Pine City will take place on Monday, May 28. The parade begins at Lakeside Medical Center at approximately 9:30 a.m. The parade will pause at the monument on 3rd Ave. and Main Street before proceeding to Birchwood Cemetery for a ceremony.
MAY 29 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 Snake River Fur Post, 12551 Voyageur Ln., Pine City, on Tuesday, May 29 from 2 to 4 p.m. Coffee, treats and enjoyable activities are provided at no charge. For information or to register call 320-629-6356 or visit furpost@mnhs.org.
MAY 29 & 30 Rep. Nolan mobile offices Members of U.S. Congressman Rick Nolan’s (MN-8) staff will be available to meet with constituents during “Congress Comes to You” meetings
Meat Raffle 5pm DJ Tuck 9pm-1am Chimichangas Beef or Chicken DJ Tuck 9pm-1am Shrimp Po’ boy DJ Tuck 9pm-1am Happy Hour - Every Day 4-6pm
Tortellini w/ Red Sauce & Garlic Bread Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich Meat Loaf & Mashed Potatoes w/ Corn
East Central MN Pride in the Park For the 14th year, Pine City will be the setting for East Central Minnesota Pride, a LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning) pride event and picnic on Sunday, June 3, from noon to 5 p.m. In addition to live music and entertainment there will also be vendors, food, families, friends and more at this free event at Robinson Park in downtown. For additional details visit eastcentralminnesotapride.com.
JUNE 5 Sustainable living class Learn about self-sufficient gardening and wild foraging on Tuesday May 1 at 6 p.m. in the 7th Grade Commons area at Pine City High School. This is a free, open discussion class for all ages. For more information call 612-250-1282.
National Trails Day Pine County is hosting a National Trails Day event to bring awareness to the missing 32-mile segment of the Willard Munger Trail, called the James L. Oberstar Trail, on Saturday, June 2, 10 a.m., beginning at the Willard Munger Trailhead in Hinckley located 1/2 block west of County Rd. 61 on 2nd Street NW. Local representatives will provide information regarding the proposed trail, the master plan for the trail, and the next steps. After, participants can walk, run, bike, or in-line skate up the trail and back, choosing their own distance. Refreshments will be available upon return to the trailhead. Email kelly.schroeder@co.pine.mn.us or call 320-591-1657 for more information.
Raised bed vegetable gardening Learn about gardening in raised beds at a free Raised Bed Vegetable Gardening Workshop on Saturday, June 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Pine City Library Water Tower at 300 – 5th St. SE in Pine City. The U of M Extension Pine County Master Gardeners will lead a discussion at their demonstration beds on cool and warm season crops, direct seeding vs. transplants, mulching, trellising and garden layout. Bring gloves and help plant warm season crops. Email Terry.Salmela@co.pine. mn.us with any questions.
North Chisago Historical Society On Tuesday, June 5 the public is invited to the North Chisago County Historical Society’s meeting, 7 p.m. at Rusheba Town Hall, to learn about the formation of the Piecemakers Quilt Guild. Gladys Enzenauer and other members will present the history of this organization, plus they will display several quilts. The community is invited to bring along quilts to show and share stories. For information email Ilene Olson Holmberg: ileneoh@gmail.com.
JUNE 7 Summer reading program kick-off Families and children of all ages are invited to the Rush City Public Library summer reading program kick-off when husband and wife comedy juggling duo, Steve Russell and Kobi Shaw, will perform a family-friendly act that will tickle the funny bone on Thursday, June 7. While the program is free, tickets are required and may be picked up at the library before the program starting on Tuesday, May 29. Call ECRL at 763-392-0763 or visit www. ecrlib.org with any questions.
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It’s the War of 1812 and the Americans are attacking British territories. The North West Company is enlisting all able-bodied voyageurs to help defend the business of the fur trade. Join in musket drills, march in formation and make a militia hat on Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Snake River Fur Post, Pine City. For information call: 320629-6356; or visit the website: www.mnhs.org/nwcfurpost.
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Two 55+ driver improvement courses (four-hour refresher) will take place on Friday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pine City High School, and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Hinckley High School. Preregistration is required. For information or to register call 320-308-1408, 888-234-1294, or visit www.mnsafetycenter.org.
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Whitesidewalls in Rush City On Saturday, June 2 the public is invited to a free performance by The Whitesidewalls from 6-8 p.m. at Coldwell Banker Pro IV Realty, 1220 W 4th St., Rush City. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; parking is across the street at the fairgrounds. Call 651-983-8076 or email dchmiel1951@gmail.com with any questions.
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MEETINGS THURSDAY 5/24 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City SUNDAY 5/27 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 5/28 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. Yellow Ribbon Group: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church WEDNESDAY 5/30 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 THURSDAY 5/31 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
SENIOR DINING May 28 - June 1 Monday: Dining Site closed for Memorial Day Tuesday: Special of the Day Wednesday: Roasted chicken, whipped potatoes with gravy, dilled carrots, wheat dinner roll, upside down cake Thursday: Mushroom/onion pork chop, baked potato with sour cream, broccoli raisin salad, wheat bread, pineapple tidbits Friday: Tator tot casserole, cucumber/ onion salad, wheat dinner roll, banana, strawberry bavarian cream Cost is $4.00 for people over 60 and $7.50 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
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Scammers will never stop I get a lot of emails every day as part of the job, so of course I get a few scam emails every day. They’re generally the same thing over and over, but sometimes one comes in that’s a real head-scratcher. As you know, the classic scam is to send you an email saying you have been declared the winner of a lottery you did not enter, or that you are the beneficiary of a vast fortune belonging to a recently-deceased relative you’ve never heard of, or that – and I’ve never completely understood this one – you’ve been picked at random Editor’s to help transfer a huge amount of money from one bank account to anSoapbox other, and your reward is going to be a percentage of the total fortune. Mike Most of us shake our heads when confronted by these kinds of scams Gainor and quickly hit the delete button, but the sad fact is that there are people who fall for this kind of racket every day. However, a few days ago I got an email that took the con game to the next level. A fellow claiming to be from the “Economic Community of West African States,” with their head office in Nigeria, wrote to inform me that they have been successfully prosecuting scammers and have recovered a bunch of money. And so, as the email states (and just to be clear - the following is absolutely unedited): “your email appeared among the lucky Beneficiaries who will receive a compensation of $5Million Dollars, which we have arranged all payment to be made to you through Swift Card.(ATM).Delivery.” Wow! The scammers have all been busted, and now I’m going to receive $5 million smackers because of it. All I have to do is fill out a simple form with a whole bunch of personal information, my bank account numbers, my social security number and then... Of course, it’s simply another scam. But I just can’t help but find it a little funny that now we have a scam which claims to be about busting other scammers – kind of a scam within a scam. It’s only a matter of time before we have a scam which claims to be busting the people who claim to be busting the scammers, and so on and so on. Despite some clever efforts to confound and confuse the scammers (one person has developed artificial intelligence to develop a chatbot that will “correspond with” scam email senders to keep them from finding real, human prey), there are still new victims every day. It’s a sad fact of human nature – some people are always looking for an opportunity to rip off others in order to enrich themselves, and some people are going to get drawn into their con game. It makes me angry, because the victims of these scams don’t usually have a whole lot to start out with, and it disgusts me that the people behind the scam are cold-blooded enough to be just fine with that. It’s up to each of us to be ready for them and wary of them. But what’s more, we need to be looking out for each other. I was told the other day about someone who was about to fall into the “Grandma Scam,” and was actually buying cash cards to send to a person they thought was their grandchild in a foreign jail but the advice of a concerned neighbor pulled them back. It just took those few words to preserve a good person from a financial nightmare and a world of heartache. So, you have concerns about a particular offer or believe you or someone you know could be the target of a scam, say something. If you need help or assistance, call the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office at 651-296-3353 or 800-657-3787.
Credit report freezes vs. fraud alerts With major data breaches becoming too common, people often wonder how to stop criminals from stealing their identity, and rightly so. Identity thieves drain bank accounts, run up charges on lines of credit, and steal tax refunds. It can take months to detect the damage and years to clean it up. Just consider: • Hackers recently stole highly sensitive personal information on over 145 million people—nearly one out of every two Americans— a major credit bureau. The Attorney from data exposed in the breach included names, Social Security numGeneral bers, and birth dates. • Information on over 50 million Lori credit and debit cards was stolen Swanson by hackers from a national home improvement retailer. This information was later sold to criminals on the dark web. • A data breach at a ride sharing company exposed private information on roughly 50 million customers and 7 million drivers. The data stolen included driver’s license information for approximately 600,000 drivers. Placing a “fraud alert” or “credit freeze” on a credit report are two steps to protect against identity theft. But there are differences between fraud alerts and credit freezes. A “fraud alert” requires creditors to verify a person’s identity before extending credit or opening a new account. For example, a lender may call a borrower before making a car loan. A fraud alert is an extra layer of authentication, not a prohibition on the opening of new accounts. There are two main types of fraud alerts—an “initial” fraud alert and an “extended” fraud alert. An “initial” fraud alert lasts for 90 days, but can be renewed. An “extended” fraud alert lasts for seven years, but can be removed sooner. An extended alert requires victims of identity theft to provide
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the credit bureaus with a copy of a report of identity theft filed with law enforcement. Both alerts are free and temporary. Once a request is made for a fraud alert with one credit bureau—Experian, TransUnion, or Equifax—the alert will be placed on credit reports with all three credit bureaus. To request a fraud alert, contact the major credit bureaus toll-free as follows: Equifax: 888-766-0008; TransUnion: 800-680-7289; Experian: 888-397-3742. A “credit freeze” prevents new creditors from accessing a person’s credit report. Without seeing a person’s credit history, most creditors will not open new accounts or extend credit. A credit freeze provides more protection than a fraud alert against fraudulent accounts being opened. Because credit freezes also block legitimate inquires, they require more planning than fraud alerts. With a credit freeze in place, a person must use a PIN and contact the credit bureaus to lift or “thaw” the freeze before being approved for new credit. This process can take up to three business days. In a pinch, this could prevent a person from quickly getting credit. Credit freezes stay in place until permanently lifted. Victims of identity theft can freeze their credit reports without charge. Non-victims can freeze their credit report for a $5 fee. Victims of identity theft can thaw a credit freeze without charge. Non-victims may be charged a $5 fee. For instructions on requesting a credit freeze, you may call the credit bureaus toll-free as follows: Equifax: 800-349-9960; TransUnion: 888-909-8872; Experian: 888-397-3742. For more information about fraud alerts, credit freezes, credit reports, and identity theft, contact the Office of Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson, 445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1400, St. Paul, MN 55101. Call 651-296-3353 or 800-6573787. TTY: 651-297-7206 or 800-366-4812. Visit www. ag.state.mn.us.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR For some, service never stops To the Editor: I have to tell you a story that will make you appreciate Ben Wiener of Pine County Veterans Affairs and others like him. Not only has Ben, (known to some as Major Wiener of the US Army Red Bull Division), with 22 years of service helped to keep us free, he is now helping veterans get into the VA system. I personally tried to get into the system at Fort Snelling about four years ago. The last person I encountered, a civil service employee and ex-sergeant, gave me a smart-alec answer to a simple question. I walked out of the facility never to return. After speaking with a veterans rep in Texas this winter, she advised me to check in with a rep in my county when I got back to Minnesota. This is when Ben entered onto the scene. In one short session in the afternoon, he accomplished more in 1-1/2 hours than my previous attempts to get any of my VA benefits elsewhere. I want to express my appreciation again for Major Ben Wiener for all he has done for our country and for me. Joe Miller Pine City
New bill – a great plan To the Editor: Over the final weekend of the 2018 legislative session, lawmakers approved a number of proposals that would positively impact the residents and communities of Kanabec and Pine counties. But only one bill can be classified as the most important, and in my opinion that was legislation that paired tax relief and conformity with education funding. With strong bipartisan support the Minnesota House previously approved a bill that simplified Minnesota’s tax code to fully benefit from federal tax reform and provided additional tax relief to middle-class Minnesotans. Governor Dayton vetoed that proposal, saying he wanted an education funding proposal approved before he would consider making the necessary tax changes. Though we didn’t agree at all with the governor’s approach, in the spirit of compromise the legislature made things easier for all sides by putting both plans into one bill – and it is a great plan. In the area of taxes, we approved what would be the first income tax rate cut for Minnesotans in nearly two decades by reducing the first and second tier income tax rates. Under this bill, 99.8 percent of Minnesotans would see no tax increases due to the federal changes, while 2.2 million will actually see tax cuts. In K-12 Education, we agreed to make available up to $225 million in funding for schools across Minnesota. We also approved approximately $28 million in school safety funding that gives schools resources and flexibility to make physical safety improvements and boost efforts for student mental health. Combined with bonding dollars, House Republicans proposed more than $50 million in this area. In short, we made the tax bill more palatable with
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Wrong to devalue human life To the Editor: “More gun control,” shout the protesters on the Capital steps. “We must do something now,” say the signs held by the protesters on the Capital steps. The fake news will say “hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the Capital” and the video shows, maybe 80. If there was one law that could be passed that would stop the mass shootings, what would it be? We could stop all sales of assault style weapons, but there are thousands of these in America now. Logistically, it would be impossible to confiscate every one that has been legally purchased. The Democrats will say, we must do something, and pass some meaningless law that will not change anything. For the past 60 years, the Democrats have been devaluing human life. Democrat Governor Dayton just vetoed a bill that would have let a pregnant mother see an ultrasound of her child, with arms and legs, fingers and toes, with a beating heart. But no, we can’t let that happen, some of the women might change their minds. The Democrats have taken God out of our schools, they want to take “God” off of our money, they want to take God out of the Pledge of Allegiance. Abortion is the Democrats’ god, and the NRA is the Democrats’ devil. This is the America the Democrats have created, there is no one to blame but themselves. Is there one perfect law that would eliminate these mass killings? Yes, it should be taught to your children all through life, Thou Shalt Not Kill. Rob Rogalla Pine City
Watching the grass grow To the Editor: Very recently, my son called me from his home in Fridley. He was laughing, and I asked him what was so funny. He was working from home on his computer, just only half paying attention to the lawn. Something caught his eye. Looking at the lawn he could see an occasional leaf that jumped into the air. First one then another in a different part of the lawn. His inquisitive mind had to find the reason for this unusual behavior. Bending to his knees he could not see any bug or animal as the instigator. He deduced that this was the first real warm day, the grass was growing and when enough was built up it would spring up, catapulting the covering leaf into the air. If you can hear corn growing, why not see grass grow? Dale Kuzel Pine City
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I grew up on bluegrass and country music, listening to the Grand Ol’ Opry on Saturday nights, if our battery-operated radio was strong enough to pull it in. Some of the great artists of the time were George Jones (“Good-hearted Woman”), Bill Monroe (“Mansions for Me”), Marty Robbins (“Singing the Blues”), Don Williams (“Lord, I Hope This Day is Good”), Tompall and the Glaser Brothers (“Lovin’ Was Easier”), to name a few. Meandering Her Other country singers on my top list through the years include Merwith le Haggard, Emmy Lou Harris, Margaret Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Tammy Wynette, Hank Snow, and Margaret the list goes on. A few weeks ago I listened to the Marty American Country Music Awards show on CBS. Had I not known what the call letters, “ACM,” meant, I would never have guessed it had anything to do with country music, other than the fact that Reba McIntyre was the host (she has an unmistakable dialect). Carrie Underwood’s solo drew a standing ovation that lasted at least a minute; I didn’t understand a word she sang (and I did have my hearing aids in). To my ears, it didn’t sound one bit like country music. I’m not saying Underwood isn’t a good singer. Obviously she is, or the crowd wouldn’t have responded so enthusiastically. And she’s beautiful, to say the least; but in my opinion, that is not country music. And the show took place in Las Vegas—I have always believed Nashville was the seat of country music? In a conversation about this recently, someone reminded me that everything changes as time goes on. There was a time when women’s skirts were ankle-length, then below-the-knee, then slightly above-the-knee, and where are they now? And there was a time when holes in blue jeans were mended. Thankfully, I still have a collection of 33-1/3 rpm vinyl records and stereo cassettes of “my kind” of country music that I play from time to time when I’m working around the house. And I’m so glad I have a son-in-law who still plays authentic country music and bluegrass. Kudos to you, Patrick.
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10 Years Ago, 2008 The elementary hosted 630 visitors and special guests for the anticipated Grandparents’ Day last Friday. Of the 630 visitors, 512 stayed to eat lunch with their favorite students, and a total of 1,253 delicious lunches were served. Gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans-gendered (GLBTQ) people of east central Minnesota are invited for the fourth straight year to celebrate “East Central Minnesota Pride” on Sunday, June 1 from noon to 5 p.m. at Pine City’s Voyageur Park. Pine City High School senior Clay Fischer is one of two standout boys basketball players in Minnesota that have announced their intentions to enroll at the University of Minnesota, Morris. Fischer, and Mitch Primus, of Swanville, will play for Cougar head coach Paul Growe next season. Baby Caleb and Zach are with their mother, Melissa Nelson and Grandma Linda Goebel. Great-grandparents are LeRoy and Cecilia Shinler of Rush City. Greatgreat-grandmothers are Irene Shinler and Helen Chalupnik of Pine City.
25 Years Ago, 1993 “We plant this tree for beauty, usefulness and comfort. May our lives grow in beauty, usefulness and comfort to others even as these trees expand their leafy boughs...” So began the dedication spoken by Pine City Elementary Principal Rick Houston at Friday’s Arbor Month ceremony. The sixth grade student council raised the money to buy
a young oak tree, and they and their classmates gathered on the north lawn of the elementary to plant the tree. Steve Kunze, a 1991 graduate of Pine City High School, was selected the 1992-93 Outstanding Student at Itasca Community College in Grand Rapids. Kunze is described as a responsible, helpful student who always does the extras, whether it’s helping other students in the computer lab, working on student senate matters or keeping statistics for the women’s basketball and softball teams. Following his graduation from ICC in June, Kunze will transfer to North Dakota State University in Fargo to study engineering next fall. The piano students of Lois Bengtson and the violin and cello students of Kris Seuntjens shared their spring recital on Friday, May 14. Wendy Haavisto, Pine City, was elected to the Bemidji State University Student Senate to serve as a senator for the 199394 school year.
50 Years Ago, 1968 Readers will note that this week the newspaper formerly known as the Pine Poker-Pioneer comes to them under a new name, the Pine City Pioneer. The Pine City Pioneer also changed its method of newspaper production, making a conversion from letterpress to offset printing. Linda Mottl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mottl, was chosen Valedictorian of the Class of 1968. Salutatorian was Thomas Meier, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Meier. The VFW Auxiliary recently submitted the
name of Dale Vacinek of Pine City in the Teenager Citizens Award contest, and they were informed this week that Dale has been selected the state winner. Incumbents Mel Swanson, Arnold Johnson and Waldo Kick were re-elected as directors of the board of education as a fairly large number of voters went to the polls in the annual election.
75 Years Ago, 1943 Diplomas will be presented to 42 young men and women at the annual commencement exercises of the Pine City High School. Valedictorian was Albert Oman, son of Mrs. Bertha Oman of Pine City and Salutatorian was Patricia Wilson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Wilson of Pine City. At a meeting of the Pine County Price Panel, Melford Swanson was elected chairman. A very pretty wedding took place May 20 at St. Joseph’s church in Beroun when Miss Rose Runa, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Runa, became the bride of Richard Prihoda, son of Mrs. Mary Prihoda. Robert Rypkema participated in the state track meet at Coleraine Saturday, and took a second place ribbon home with him for the 440 yard dash. He also took fourth place in two other events.
100 Years Ago, 1918 The storm of last Saturday night did much damage here abouts and performed some of the strange tricks that are attributed to real twisters. It hit here at about midnight and the force of its fury seemed to have run directly through the village, though here it did little damage except
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A new oak tree in 1993 A new oak tree stands proudly on the north lawn of the elementary school, purchased in honor of Arbor Month by the sixth grade student council. Miranda Gilmore, Sarah Haavisto and Bob Teich did the planting honors, while Principal Rick Houston read the tree dedication. Each sixth grader then received a seedling from Gina Wuorinen of Potlatch in Cloquet.
to break limbs from trees and carry the 12 x 30 corn crib at the mill about 40 feet from its moorings while even the top boards on loosely piled lumber, only a few feet away, were left untouched. Hear the Sonora phonograph, clear as a bell, finest talking machine made, at Prochaska’s. BEROUN NEWS: Joseph Kubesh and Miss Jennie Kryzer were married in St. Joseph’s church last Wednesday (May 15) forenoon in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives.
125 Years Ago, 1893 ROCK CREEK : At about 9 o’clock on Saturday morning of last week a cloud of smoke was seen rising about two miles west of this little burg, with a heavy wind blowing from the same direction, and before long it was ascertained that it was making good headway down the Creek. All the men that could be mustered were put at work to stop its onward course, but still it came with renewed vigor until it struck the slab and saw-dust piled up in the old mill yard.
The mill was soon in flames, together with two barns and an old boarding house, it then made fast progress toward the depot. That too was laid low while a large crew of men worked trying to save the railroad bridge. The bridge was saved but the fire consumed the old shingle mill. E. Edgertons’ house soon after was also saved. When the fire was finally quenched, there was but one building left to mark the residence of that esteemed family, the small milk house that stood under the brow of the hill.
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Pine City Area Learning Center celebrates 34 years of education, student success BY SALLY SEVILLE RETIRED AREA LEARNING CENTER COORDINATOR
“Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of many others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.” ~ Robert F. Kennedy When the superintendent of the Pine City School District, Joe Hobson, came to this area in the early 1980s, he recognized that many changes were taking place: Pine Technical School had recently been established, and schools in the area had consolidated. The economy of family farms and small businesses was changing, the early 1980s brought a recession, and the graduation rate for the district was dropping. The needs of high school students were changing. Many students were choosing to leave school early to help run family farms or small family businesses. Students were also leaving school before graduation because they needed to work, or they were falling behind on credits and needed more teacher-student contact. Sometimes a pregnancy interrupted schooling. In 1984, Hobson and Dr. Candice Ames, curriculum coordinator for the district, put into motion an Alternative Education Program to serve the needs of struggling high school students. Around this time former Governor Rudy Perpich and the Minnesota legislature were also making some changes to education. On
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June 27, 1985, Perpich voiced his support for alternative programming in his remarks at the signing of the State’s education bills. Perpich stated that, “Change does not come about easily in education,” and, “We firmly believe that choice, expanded opportunities, can mean better achievement, better attitudes and better education.” The new system being developed in Pine City provided learners with a different approach to the secondary school experience by creating more and dif-
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procedures for the Alternative Learning Program were developed, and she fought tirelessly for acceptance of the program. A year later the ALC moved again to several buildings behind the college. The program was growing rapidly, and this move could allow for more students and many more options, but a larger enrollment meant more student issues. Students may have come from broken or abusive homes, some students were living from place to place or on the street. There were bullying issues for some students in the traditional system, and many students were struggling with low self-esteem. All were behind on credits to graduate. In the late 1980s the Alternative Education Program converted to a state-approved Area Learning Center. Partnerships were developed with Community Education, ECFE, The Work Program at PTC, the St. Croix River Education District and the Therapeutic Service Agency, all of which allowed for teen parenting classes, adult programs and counseling services. These programs provided extra support for student issues. The tiny ripple of hope was becoming a wave and struggling students were thriving. Many students were able to catch up on credits and graduate with their class, increasing the graduation rate for the district. Over time more options were added to the Area Learning Center, giving students a variety of choices to enhance core curriculum. The Postsecondary
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Science takes the stage at Pine City Elementary BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
The creativity, initiative, intelligence and curiosity of Pine City students was on full display at the May 3 Pine City Elementary School Science Fair. All sixth grade students were invited to take part, either individually or as teams, and science teacher Joel Lorsung proudly pointed around to an auditorium stage packed with 73 students showing off 63 projects exploring an amazing range of topics. Lorsung noted that some science fairs restrict what the students can investigate, choosing a topic for them beforehand. “I don’t do that,” Lorsung said. “I don’t want to narrow it down. I want to keep it broad so they go into an area that they’re interested in. Some kids are interested in CSI, so they might do something with fingerprints. Some kids like animals – right now, this time of year we’ve got birds hatching – so they take it from there.” Lorsung said the students are given the intellectual tools they need to do the work, and the rest is up to them. “The goal is to follow the scientific method,” Lorsung said, referring to the centuries-old process that underlies all of humanity’s technological and industrial achievements since the end of the Middle Ages. And it usually starts by
asking “why.” “There’s always a problem or a question that they’re trying to answer,” Lorsung said. “That’s the whole idea.” The students then form a hypothesis – an educated guess about why something is the way it is, or what will happen if they mix one chemical with another, or drop Skittles into rubbing alcohol, or kick a partially-deflated football. “They do a hypothesis before the experiment, then they do an experiment to try to solve the question,” Lorsung explained. “They write their conclusions on the end and then at the end of that conclusion they do their display boards, their booklets, bring in models, and we learn a little something. And then they show how they can relate what they did to the real world.” He pointed out that the scientific method can be applied to nearly any kind of problem from fixing car problems to discovering the cures for deadly diseases. Lorsung pointed out that this is the third annual science fair at Pine City Elementary School, and that each new class of students learn from the projects that have gone before. “The projects just keep getting bigger and better every year,” he said. “These kids have had two years experience of seeing [science fair projects]. They understand a little bit more.” With the growth of the science fair over the past three years, Lorsung now
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The effort and ingenuity of all the Pine City Elementary sixth graders participating in the 2018 Science Fair made picking the winners very difficult for judges. From left to right: Lena Roubinek, second place; Karly Jusczak, fourth place; Emma Hermanson, first place; Allison Unverzagt, third place; Spencer Wicktor, fifth place/Student Choice Award; Kylie Nascene, Honorable Mention.
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Enrollment Options Program (established by the 1985 legislature) allowed 11th and 12th grade students the option to attend colleges and technical schools and earn both high school and college credit. The physical proximity of Pine Tech to the ALC gave students a chance to experience higher education while attending high school. Also, Early Childhood and Family Education occupied one of the buildings on the Pine Tech campus, giving young moms access to on-site daycare and early childhood classes. Students could earn elective credits by doing volunteer work and participating in a Service Learning class. Working students could accumulate elective credits by attending an occupational seminar class. The “Close Up” program gave students a chance to visit Washington DC where they learned about the Federal Government and met with elected officials. The Class D and Commercial Driver’s license were available to ALC students through a driver’s education class. A quilting class helped students learn the art of design and sewing. Summer programming allowed students to explore and learn about the many historical sites in Pine
County, or students could volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, learning carpentry skills and earning elective credits. Hiking, canoeing and gardening classes taught students outdoor skills, water safety and self-sufficiency. In the early 1990s another program was added to alternative offerings. High school staff wrote a grant to fund a junior high alternative program. Students who enrolled in the program met with teachers for half of the school day and received extra help with course work. This program helped many younger students stay on track for graduation. Pine City Area Learning Center students were meeting their goals, graduating and moving on to higher education or finding stable jobs in the community. After earning a CDL through the driver’s education class, students secured jobs with commercial trucking companies or started their own local businesses. ALC graduates became servers, cashiers, completed Master’s degrees, became college professors, entered the U. S. Military, became registered nurses, personal care attendants and trained insurance agents. A number of graduates authored books. Many became responsible and caring parents. The list of accomplishments goes
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on and on. While these may seem like customary transitions into adult life, it is not just the accomplishment but what these students had to overcome that makes all of them success stories. Of course there were bumps in the road for the ALC. Not everyone agreed with a new type of educational system. Some educators found that they could not support the new program. There was also resistance from some parents whose child was failing in the traditional school system and he or she needed something different. These parents felt the ALC was for “troublemakers” or the “dumb” kids, but once their son or daughter had experience with the program and its staff, their viewpoint quickly changed. In 2001, the ALC made another move to the space on the north side of the Pine City Civic Center. This space was originally built as locker rooms for the hockey players, but was converted to classroom space which is leased by the ALC. This location provides large bright classrooms, office space, up-to-date technology for students and staff, and space for a multitude of student projects. Now, in the 34th year since Hobson made a first tiny ripple, the hope continues today. The ALC continues to assist students in overcoming low self-esteem, catching up on credits, teaching students to enjoy learning, and helping them find their own unique brilliance. Hundreds of students have moved on to better lives due to the wisdom, creativity and caring of past and present ALC teachers and support staff along with the students’ own resiliency. On May 31, 15 students will walk across the stage in their caps and gowns to receive their diplomas and become part of the Pine City Area Learning Center’s success stories, owing to one man’s willingness to improve the lot of many others. Contributors: Dr. Joe Nathan, Dr. Candice Ames, Mary Jo Partida, retired and current ALC staff.
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Baseball team looks strong as playoffs approach BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
In another busy week of baseball, the Dragons continued to play well. Pine City is now the owner of a 10-7 record and is playing great baseball with the playoffs approaching. PINE CITY 10, OGILVIE 0 The week started with Nick Hansmann throwing a shutout as the Dragons pounded Ogilvie at home on Monday, May 14. Hansmann surrendered no runs on four hits with seven strikeouts over five innings. Pine City had some nice offense in this game. The Dragons got on the board in the first with an RBI single by Isaiah Gonyea, and added three more runs in the fourth inning on singles by Jake Rademacher, Duke Waxberg and Gonyea. In all, the Dragons tallied 12 hits in the game, led by Rademacher, who went 3-4 and also had two of the Dragons’ nine stolen bases. AITKIN 7, PINE CITY 3 Things didn’t go as well the following day on the road against an always-tough Gobblers team. The game was close in the sixth with Pine City trailing 3-2, but Aitkin used four runs in the inning to blow the game open. Rademacher took the loss, allowing seven runs with just one strikeout. Offense was harder to come by here as only Gonyea tallied more than one hit. Gonyea went 2-3 with an RBI. Luke Kemen also had an RBI, but Pine City failed to muster much offense while the Gobblers racked up 15 hits. PINE CITY 12, RUSH CITY 2 The Dragons got back on track with this road win on Friday, May 18. After a hectic portion of the schedule had seen them play seven games in nine days, Pine City got a couple days off prior to this contest. The layoff
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Softball team goes winless in final week of action BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Result: Lost to Ogilvie (12-11), Braham (19-1), Rush City (8-0), and Two Harbors (16-1) Where/When: Three at home, one on the road the week of May 14
proved helpful as the Dragons looked rested and ready. Trailing 2-1 in the top of the fourth, Pine City’s bats came alive. Seven runs later, the inning ended and the Dragons had the game in hand. Rademacher, Mason Loucks and Gabe Westbrook finished with three RBI’s apiece to lead Pine City. Hansmann did great on the mound as well, tossing six strikeouts and allowing just one earned run. The win moved the Dragons record to 9-6. The team would host a double header the following day to end the week. PINE CITY 2, TWO HARBORS 1 In the first of two home games on a chilly Saturday, Waxberg got just enough run support to get the Dragons to the 10-win plateau. This is now the Dragons’ winning-est season since 2013. Waxberg looked great on the hill as he threw clutch pitches when the game got tight, and threw four strikeouts while allowing just one run. The offense missed some opportunities in the first inning due to poor baserunning, but got runs in the first and fourth, which was enough to eke out a win. Jake Lunceford had two hits to lead the Dragons and did a nice job at catcher, working with Waxberg.
What happened: Pine City’s regular season ended with a thud. The Dragons lost five straight to close the year, while allowing more than 13 runs per game. Pine City had a close game on Monday, May 14, but lost by a single run to a then-winless Lions team. What it means: The Dragons finished the regular season with a 2-15 record. Up next: Pine City will have a very tough draw in the opening round of the Section 7AA playoffs as the Dragons will be tremendous underdogs. Pine City finished the season ranked 119th in Class AA out of 126 teams.
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Pine City had a close game on Monday, May 14, but lost by a single run to the Lions.
GREENWAY 7, PINE CITY 1 Pine City had a several hour layoff between games as Greenway beat Aitkin. The layoff may have hurt the Dragons a bit because they never seemed to get going in this game against the Raiders. Gonyea allowed five hits and six runs over one and two-thirds innings. The Dragons now have two games remaining until the postseason. Pine City has a real chance to make some noise in the playoffs if they can keep their momentum in the final weeks.
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The Dragons will be underdogs as they enter Section 7AA playoffs.
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Track teams named GRC Conference Champions BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine City continued its recent tradition of dominating the action at the Great River Conference Championship track and field meet this year. The meet was held on Tuesday, May 15 at Braham, and for the fourth straight year, both the Dragons girls and boys came away as Conference Champions. “Tuesday’s weather was beautiful,” said head coach Jared Clementson. “The best weather we have had all season. It was a very exciting meet as there were many tough battles in many events. I am very proud of both of our teams and the hard work that they have put in throughout the season to be able to win the conference championship.” For the Dragons girls, it was their fifth straight conference championship. At this meet, first place finishers earn All-Conference status while second place finishers earn Honorable Mention status. The Dragons had 15 girls claim All-Conference honors for their efforts in winning six of the 18 events. Four Dragons girls earned Honorable Mention honors by placing second in their event. Alaina Steele was Pine City’s top point-getter with 26 points, followed by Dorothy Miller with 23, while Ellaina Johnson, Kensi Tayerle and Alexis Pankonin each scored 18 points. Steele won the 800m race in a time of 2:29.47 by seven seconds, which is even more impressive because this was the last of three races that she ran in a very short span. Steele started off taking second in the 1600m run with a time of 5:37.68, and then had a short turn around to run the 400m dash where she placed second in a personal best time of 61.99. Steele agreed to doing this difficult combo of events to maximize points for the team. Eighth grader Miller won the triple jump with a personal best jump of 31’ 10.5”. She also was runner up in the 100m hurdles with a time of 18.98 and placed fourth in the long jump (14’ 5.5”). Pine City’s girls had tremendous success in the relays as well, winning four. The Dragons girls 4x800m relay of Marin Foss, Ashli Webster, Meaghan Macho and Grace Langmade won in a time of 10:41.92. The 4x200m relay of Johnson, Tayerle, Aaleaha Thieman and Pankonin won with a season’s best time of 1:55.24. Pine City’s girls 4x100m relay of Allyson Chromey, Tayerle, Ainsley Vinaja and Pankonin won with a season’s best time of 54.97, and the Dragons 4x400m relay of Alexis Thieman, Grace Grubbs, Langmade and Lydia Adams won with a season’s best time of 4:27.17. Adams placed second in the 1600m with a personal best time of 5:48.56. Natalie Cahill placed second in the 100m hurdles in a time of 18.16. Johnson ran well and
placed second in the 100m dash with a personal best time of 13.62. Webster ran a season’s best time of 13:32.56 in the 3200m to place second. Pine City’s boys also continued their dominance in the conference. In all, 11 of the Dragons boys claimed All-Conference honors for their efforts, winning eight of the 18 events with six of the 11 earning that honor in two events. Eight Dragons boys earned Honorable Mention honors for placing second. Brandon Haskovec was the Dragons’ top point-getter with 36 points, followed by TJ Rank with 22 and Tucker Dalen with 20. Adam Archambault, Logan Vinaja and Tryston West each scored 19 points. Haskovec’s leap of 6’ 2” won the high jump by six inches. The senior followed that up with second place finishes in his other three events as he ran the 100m dash in 11.68, the 200m dash in 24.54, and he long jumped 20’ 4”. Rank won the 300m hurdles in a personal best time of 42.92, West won the 400m dash in a personal best time of 54.48 and Tommy Ryan won the 3200m in a season’s best time of 10:43.11. Archambault won the pole vault with a personal best height of 12’ 0”. Teammate Dawson Clifford placed second with a height of 11’ 0”. Like the girls before them, the Dragons boys relay teams did extremely well. Pine City’s 4x800m relay team of Ryan, Remington Steele, Logan Vinaja and Austin Eckert won in a time of 9:04.45. The 4x100m relay team of Jason Thieman, Kenny Vo, Nathan Kleppe and Archambault won in a time of 49.24. The 4x400m relay team of Eckert, Rank, Remington Steele and Logan Vinaja won in a time of 3:44.81. Eckert placed second in the 800m with a personal best time of 2:06.81. Eighth grader, Timmy Johnson, placed second in the 1600m with a personal best time of 4:56.93. Pine City’s 4x200m relay team of Clifford, Kleppe, Archambault, and West placed second in a time of 1:41.33. “This season, like most, has had its ups and downs,” said Clementson, who was voted as GRC Girls Coach of the Year. “However, I am very proud of how our kids performed on the day it mattered most. Everyone came together as a team and did what they could to contribute. It is amazing to think that we had 42 kids score points in the meet; if that isn’t a team effort, I don’t know what is.” The Dragons will now prep for the Sub-Section 18A meet, which was scheduled to be held in Pine City on Tuesday, May 22. Individuals who place in the top four and relays that place in the top two will head to the Section 5A meet at St. John’s University on Wednesday, May 30.
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The GRC winning team. Back row (l-r): Tommy Ryan, Trystan West, Austin Eckert, Logan Vinaja, Rem Steele, Kenny Vo, Nathan Kleppe, Brandon Haskovec; Middle: Elaina Johnson, Alexis Pankonin, Ali Chromey, Lydia Adams, Ashli Webster, Mauren Foss, Alexis Thieman; Bottom: Dorothy Miller, Ainsley Vinaja, Kenzie Tayerle, Alaina Steele, Aleeha Thieman, Grace Grubbs; not pictured: Grace Langmade, Megan Macho, Timmy Johnson, Jason Thieman.
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Vinny David launches the shot put at the GRC meet in Braham.
Alexis Pankonin anchors the All Confer-
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A very happy foursome winning the 4x100m, obtaining All Conference honors at the GRC track meet, running a best time this year are 8th grader Jason Thieman and seniors Kenny Vo, Nathan Kleppe and Adam Archambault.
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Track and field day is a rite of passage for kids at elementary, middle and high schools across the country, and developmentally challenged students are no exception.
DAPE Challenge hosted by Rush City Schools BY TODD BECKMAN
The annual track and field day is almost a rite of passage taking place in May and June at elementary, middle and high schools across the country. The developmentally challenged are no exception. “The Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) teachers within the St. Croix River Education District (SCRED) felt that their kids often got lost at these track meets, and even if they did go, they were often not very active participants,” SCRED DAPE instructor Darla Beckmann explained. So the DAPE Challenge was created to provide a unique opportunity for students with special needs. “We wanted to design an activity where all of our students could participate in everything,” she continued. “The idea was to have a non-competitive event and make it fun for the kids.” From the T-ball hit and the ramp roll to a target to the soccer ball kick challenge, the Frisbee toss and the long jump, the kids had a chance to compete in nine events during their track and field day. About 100 students from the schools at North Branch, Chicago Lakes, Rush City, Pine City, Hinckley/Finlayson, and East Central congregated at the track at Rush City Schools for this year’s DAPE Challenge. If the smiles and laughter weren’t enough of a clue, the kids love it. “It’s a lot of fun,” Tanis, a student at Pine City High School, said. “We get a chance to see a lot of kids and get a chance to make friends.” Teachers and administrators alike can’t say enough good things about the challenge.
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“It’s great to see all the schools come together and the kids support one another,” Kim Erdman, DAPE instructor for Rush City Schools, said. “I love it – I can see why the kids look forward to this day.” Eric Ganske, DAPE instructor at East Central, agreed. “It’s a great opportunity for the kids to meet other kids,” he said. “Seeing the schools interact is marvelous,” Dave Ertl, Chisago Lakes High School principal, noted. Ertl’s boss, Dean Jennison, Chisago Lakes Superintendent, sees the value as well. “It’s a very special day for the kids,” he said. “I love seeing the kids in their element – enjoying themselves.” Chisago Lakes occupational therapist Carol Houfer sees the kids having fun in a naturally occurring setting.
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“It’s a lot of fun,” Tanis, a student at Pine City High School, said of the DAPE Challenge.
“Their personalities really come through and they get a chance to shine,” she pointed out. Beckmann said the social component of the event is huge. “It is an opportunity for them to interact with peers from different school districts,” she said. “We wanted to focus more on just having fun.” Chisago Lakes parent Jenny Tyrrell agrees with that assessment. “It’s good for the kids to get out of the classroom setting,” she observed. “They participate in these events and they gain so much confidence.” Houfer also said the gathering is an
opportunity for the kids to see other kids doing the same things they are. “It’s good modeling,” she reported. “The kids get to see how other kids handle situations – it’s a fun day for them but they are learning good life lessons at the same time.” North Branch Schools hosted the first DAPE Challenge in 2011. “We thought at the start that it would be nice to move the DAPE Challenge each year from school district to school district within SCRED,” Beckmann concluded. “So far, it seems to be working well.”
Dragon tennis closes out perfect season with a win BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Result: Beat Eveleth-Gilbert 5-2 Where/When: Monday, May 14 in Pine City What happened: The Dragons put a bow on an outstanding regular season here. Pine City finished with an unblemished 12-0 record and will head to the postseason as the favorite in Section 6A. In this match, the Dragons got wins from Jared Kotek (6-2, 6-4) at second singles, Tanner Wicktor (6-0, 6-0) at third singles, and Nate Webster (6-1, 6-0) at
fourth singles. Pine City’s second doubles pairing of Dusty Bergstrom and Jake Adams were also a winner (6-0, 6-0) as was the third doubles pairing of Beau Steele and Peyton Smetana (6-0, 6-2) What it means: At 12-0, the Dragons really couldn’t have done any better this season. A berth in the State Tournament will require some huge postseason performances, but could be within reach. Up next: Pine City was set to play the co-op of St. Cloud Cathedral/St. Johns Prep on Monday, May 21.
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WILDFIRE PREVENTION SPRING BURNING RESTRICTIONS LIFTED
The spring burning restrictions that went into effect on March 30 were lifted at midnight on Friday, May 18, and burning is again allowed through the existing permit system. People will once again be able to stop in at the DNR Forestry offices and/or township fire warden residences to pick up a permit. The purpose of the burning restrictions was to reduce the number of wildfires caused by debris burning and to reduce property damage. Our historical data indicated that 43 percent of wildfires originated from yard cleanup and debris burning. We have appreciated everyone’s patience with this process. When are burning permits required? Burning permits are required by law for most open burning. They are issued free of charge by local DNR foresters, and for free or for up to one dollar from township fire wardens. Burning permits allow the DNR to limit burning to those times when there is less chance of a fire getting out of control. Although no time is totally safe to burn; evening hours are considered much safer than daytime hours because in the evening the winds are normally slower, the humidity is higher and the temperatures are cooler - so fires that do escape control, burn much slower and are easier to put out. Most permits are issued for evening hours of 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. No burning permit required: • When the ground has a snow cover of 3 inches or more surrounding the immediate area of the fire sufficient to keep fire from spreading. Burning can be accomplished 24 hours a day under these conditions. • Campfires in contained rings that are not larger than 3 feet in diameter and have the ground cleared of combustible materials for 5 feet around the base of the fire ring. Campfires have to be for cooking, warming, or for ceremonies, and not for cleaning up yard debris. • A fire contained in a charcoal grill, camp stove, or other device for the purpose of cooking or heating. • An authorized burner used between the hours of 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. for vegetative material. Special Permits: Permits for daytime burning are issued on a case-bycase basis, and must be issued by a DNR forest officer. Burning permits may be issued to burn vegetative material only, including leaves, grass, brush, twigs, unpainted and untreated lumber. For more information on open burning, call the Mora DNR Forestry Office at (320) 679-3683, Sandstone DNR Forestry at (320) 245-6789, Little Falls Forestry at (320) 616-2450 x626. City Burning Regulations: Beroun, City of (Unincorporated): Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens or the DNR. Brook Park, City of: Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens or
the DNR. Grasston, City of: Allows open burning only when the burning permit is approved by their designated township fire warden or the DNR forester. Henriette, City of: Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens or the DNR. Hinckley, City of: Strictly no burning within city limits. Pine City, City of: Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens or the DNR. Rock Creek, City of: Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens or the DNR. Sandstone, City of: Burning permits issued by Township Fire Wardens or the DNR. Burning Permit Agreements: To keep the fire under control and to assume responsibility for all damages and costs that may result from burning done under the permit. To attend the fire until completely extinguished. To have the permit available at the burn site for inspection. Not to burn if there is a practical alternative method for disposal of the material such as chipping, composting, or recycling. To use a clean burning device to start the fire. Not to conduct burning during any air quality alert. Not to burn prohibited materials listed under M.S. 88.171. To extinguish the fire immediately if the permit is revoked. That the permit fire will not be allowed to smolder without flame. Burning Permit Requirements: Prevailing wind must be away from nearby occupied buildings, public roads, airports, and landing strips. Smoke must not be a hazard to the public. Permittee must be at least 18 years old. Burning is prohibited below the ordinary high water mark of public waters except for agricultural operations or for the purposes of managing forests, prairies, or wildlife habitat. No open burning shall be conducted within 50 feet of a residence of another person, without his or her written permission. General Fire Safety: Prior to getting a permit: Make sure that you have a good water supply Make sure that you have tools to keep the fire under control (shovel, rake, etc.). Make sure that you have a cleared area around the fire (the size of the cleared area would depend on the size of the fire). Pay special attention to the weather (Is it windy? Has the weather been dry? Is the humidity low?). Many fires escape due to unexpected changes in weather conditions. And finally, please attend your fire at all times.
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Township Fire Wardens (TFW) are local people that volunteer their time to assist the DNR Forestry Division in issuing burning permits. There is usually a minimum of two wardens per township and often more than that. TFWs may issue permits for open burning of vegetative material for up to three evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Just look for the State Fire Warden sign on a wooden post at the driveway entrance. Calling ahead is recommended to avoid a wasted trip and to let the warden know you plan to stop by.
A LIST OF TFWS ARE AS FOLLOWS: ARLONE William/Linda Fredrick 320-384-6705 BARRY Lewis McFerran 320-384-6969 BROOK PARK Terry Lakin 320-679-1267 Michael Billstrom 320-385-0925 Brook Park Fire Dept 320-679-1355 BRUNO Jeanette Swenson 320-838-3585 Bruno Fire Dept 320-838-1455 CHENGWATANA Vicky Workman 320-629-3673 CITY OF ROCK CREEK Nancy Runyan/Sandra Pangerl 320-629-2736 CLOVER Herb/Lucy Sikkink 320-384-6647 John/Glennis Grace 320-384-6010 St. Croix State Park 320-384-6591 FINLAYSON Banning State Park 320-245-2668 Petry’s Bait 320-233-7466
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NORMAN Kevin/Judy Nelson 218-372-3807 Gordon Swanson 320-838-3180 OGEMA Raymond Thieling 320-384-7243 Lake Lena Community Center 320-384-6240
FLEMING Lawrence Wermerskirchen 320-838-3261 HINCKLEY Audrey Zamora 320-224-6939 Hinckley Fire Dept 320-384-7491 Ken Kempert 320-384-7322 KERRICK Mark Sagvold 218-496-5816 Kerrick Fire Dept 320-838-3638 Delores Johnson 218-496-5731 Andrew/Curtis/Julie Gunders 218-496-5855 KETTLE RIVER Bruce Bohaty 218-372-3137 Shelly Gockowski 218-372-4105 Kathryn Heavirland 218-372-3427 Dave’s Oil 218-372-3173
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NEWSLINE I-35 lane closures Interstate 35 lane closures for paving operations began Tuesday, May 22 in Pine County. Motorists traveling on I-35 in Pine County will be restricted to two-lane, two-way traffic between the Pine County line and the Snake River. Traffic restrictions have been in place since April near the Snake River Bridge. The change taking place on Tuesday will lengthen the work zone and the lane-restricted area. The new two-lane, two-way configuration will remain in effect through September 2018. Traffic backups are expected. Please plan ahead, take an alternate route, travel during off-peak times if possible and check 511mn.org before you travel. For more information on the project visit www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/projects/ i35snakeriver/ For updated road condition information, call 511 or visit www.511mn.org
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Free photography show in Braham The Northern Exposures Photography Club of Mora was founded in 2002 by four enthused “chasers of the light.” The Club produces an annual exhibit each May and has the photo art critiqued by a knowledgeable photographer/artist as an educational experience for the club’s members. The exhibit has been placed at various galleries in the surrounding area as its members reside in a number of different localities other than just Mora. This year’s exhibit displays 37 prints from 22 members, depicting a range in photographic art from documentary to the abstract. The exhibit is on display at the East Central Regional Arts Council in Braham (112 Main Ave S.) and is open for viewing Monday – Friday, now until May 31, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each weekday. There is no charge to attend.
Bears are about, so watch out
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DNR Conservation Officer Bret Grundmeier, working out of Hinckley, reported that he started to get a few calls involving nuisance bears and bears getting hit while attempting to cross roadways this week. Homeowners complaining about having a bear at the front door had to be reminded to bear proof their garbage cans and put away bird feeders. Grundmeier said good weather had most lakes and public accesses full of anglers and boats during the fishing opener. Fishing opener enforcement included citations and warnings for not having boat safety equipment and for operating unregistered boats. A few folks were also found arriving at public accesses with plugs still in their boat and had to be reminded of the importance of keeping boats drained and not transporting water and invasive species from lake to lake. DNR Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn (Pine City) reported that he spent the week preparing equipment for summer work. He spent time following up on wetland complaints, assisted the Pine County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol with several traffic accidents, and checked anglers and boaters over the fishing opener. Enforcement contacts included no angling licenses in possession, lack of proper PFDs, boat registration issues, and lack of proper
New Horizon Thrift Store is an all-volunteer organization that serves the Pine City area, and donates all proceeds from the thrift store sales back into the local community. The store relies on volunteers for daily operations: sorting and organizing donations, pricing items and managing sales. The store is seeking new volunteers to join the team – especially during the summer months – but all year long. The store is open Tuesday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Volunteers are asked to work a 3.5 hour morning shift or afternoon shift on these days. They are also open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and volunteers are needed to cover the full shift on these days.
Kids ride free on Arrowhead Transit Arrowhead Transit will run the “Kids Ride Free All Summer” program for the second year in a row from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Parents must sign up their students in person and pick up their 2018 wristband. They may do so at one of the following locations: Pine City Chamber Office, City Hall Office, or the Library. The program is open to youth ages 17 and younger. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult or sibling at least 14 years old. Rides are only available within the city limits with destinations like the public library, the
public beach and swimming lessons at Westside Park, city fields or high school for the Summer Recreation sports programs for baseball, softball and tennis, the Pine Center for the Arts for the Youth Summer Arts Program, a friend’s house or grandma’s house – as long as they live in the city limits area.
Summer Arts registration open The free Summer Arts Program is an opportunity for students to spend a few hours each week learning to explore different artistic mediums. Some sessions are themed by topic (like “Mozart Day”) with three to four activities of different art projects using different mediums… music, dance, literature, writing or visual arts could all be incorporated into a themed day. Some sessions are organized based on a specific medium – like acrylic painting class, theater week or watercolor. These sessions may be a full two-hour block of time to complete a single project. The program is open to students in grades K-12. Priority placement is given to students in the Pine City School District as 100 percent of the funding for this free program has been contributed by businesses and organizations in this region. Students from outside the district may register for classes if a parent or grandparent is a member of the Art Center. The 2018 sessions will be held for three weeks in June and three weeks in July. Visit the Summer Arts page at www. pinecenter.org to get a student signed up. Registrations are accepted throughout the summer until a class session is full.
Become a hunter host for Hinckley deer hunting opener Organizers of the Minnesota Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener are looking for Hinckley-area landowners who would like to volunteer to be a hunter host for the 16th annual Minnesota Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener activities, Thursday, Nov. 1, to Sunday, Nov. 4. Hunter hosts will help promote Minnesota’s deer hunting tradition and the Hinckley area by inviting visiting media and others to join their hunt. Minnesota’s general firearm deer season opens Saturday, Nov. 3. “The Hinckley area is the home of the Jim Jordan Chapter, named after the man who shot one of Minnesota’s
most legendary bucks and one of the most energetic Minnesota Deer Hunters Association (MDHA) chapters in the state,” said Craig Engwall, Executive Director of MDHA. “Hunter hosts provide a unique opportunity for media personalities and visiting dignitaries to experience the great tradition of the Minnesota Deer Hunting Opener, and bring their stories back to varying media outlets across the state and nation.” Hunter hosts receive a complimentary ticket to the Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener Welcome to Camp Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 1, at Grand Casino in Hinckley, where they will be formally recognized for their generosity. Camps selected as hunter hosts receive a gift package provided courtesy of non-government event sponsors. To complete a hunter host application, visit mngovernorsdeeropener.com or contact MDHA at 218-259-1368. The Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener promotes hunting and tourism and is hosted by Gov. Mark Dayton. The annual event is a partnership among the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, MDHA and its local chapters, Explore Minnesota, the Hinckley community, and other generous partners. To learn more about the event, please visit mngovernorsdeeropener.com.
Two Pine County farms recognized as 2018 Century Farms The Minnesota State Fair and the Minnesota Farm Bureau have recognized 131 Minnesota farms as 2018 Century Farms – including two from Pine County: Hansen Farm in Grasston, founded in 1918; and the Plasek Family Farm in Hinckley, founded in 1913. Qualifying farms have been in continuous family ownership for at least 100 years and are 50 acres or more. Century Farm families receive a commemorative sign, as well as a certificate signed by Minnesota State Fair and Minnesota Farm Bureau presidents and Governor Mark Dayton. Since the program began in 1976, more than 10,000 Minnesota farms have been recognized as Century Farms. Information on all Century Farms will be available at the Minnesota Farm Bureau exhibit during the 2018 Minnesota State Fair. A database of all Minnesota Century Farms is also available at fbmn.org.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #578 PINE CITY, MINNESOTA 55063 Monday, April 9, 2018 @ 6:30 P.M. Pine City District Office Board Room “Preparing Our Students for the Future” The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Independent School District No. 578, Pine City, Minnesota, was held at the Pine City District Office Board Room on Monday, April 9, 2018 for the purpose of conducting regular board business. Chairman Peterson called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Upon Roll Call, the following members were present: Tim Geisler, Alicia Ascheman, Dan Peterson, Wally Connaker, Lisa Nos-Tollefson, Candice Ames, Wendy Leibel. Absent: None Also present was Superintendent Annette K. Freiheit. Oath of Office - Lisa Nos-Tollefson Motion by Ames second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the agenda. Positive Happenings/Presentations/Open Forum: Finance Award Recognition - Jill Nolan Dihanna Fedder & Terrie Schoeberl - Senior Class Trip 2018 Wisconsin Dells April 6-8, 2018 Kari Hasz - ALC Update - Graduation May 31st 7:00 PM Motion by Leibel second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the consent agenda with Member Ames pulling the hiring of Amanda Essen, HS Counselor from the consent agenda. Motion by Ames second by Leibel and carried unanimously to approve the hiring of Amanda Essen as Senior High Counselor, effective 8/22/18. (a) Approve the March 12, 2018 meeting minutes. (b) Approve the March bills to date as listed. (c) Approve the following electronic fund transfers: Date Amount Transfer from Transfer to Description 3/2/2018 $ 25,000.00 MN TRUST MSDLAF + P-CARD PAYMENT 3/14/2018 $ 1,000,000.00 MN TRUST STEARNS BANK PAYROLL /CASH FLOW 3/28/2018 $ 1,000,000.00 MN TRUST STEARNS BANK PAYROLL /CASH FLOW The administration recommends that the School Board approve the employment of the following staff:
SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting – Tuesday, May 1, 2018 - 10:00 a.m. Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Hallan called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Commissioners Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee, John Mikrot and Matt Ludwig were present. Also present were County Administrator David Minke and County Attorney Reese Frederickson. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Chair Hallan called for public comment. Jim Taurinskas, attorney for Jim and Wilda Obey, and Steve Quam, attorney for the Minnesota Land Trust, requested to be allowed to speak at the Munch Township/Obey Access Easement Update (regular agenda item #5). Commissioner Chaffee moved to adopt the Agenda. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Ludwig moved to approve the Minutes of the April 17, 2018 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report – April 2018 Pine County Chemical Health Coalition Minutes – April 9, 2018 Commissioner Mohr moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Mikrot moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Approve the Disbursements Journal Report, April 1, 2018 – April 30, 2018. Approve the Application for Exempt Permit from MN Sokol Camp Association to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on August 12, 2018 at the Sokol Camp, 19201 Woodland Acres S, Pine City, MN. Approve the Application for Abatement for Gregory May, 80575 Old Military Road, Willow River, PID 22.0122.005, pay 2016-2018. Approve the Application for Local Option Disaster Abatement for Joey Lee, 15413 Henriette Rd., Pine City, PID 28.0256.000, pay 2018. Approve the tobacco license for 2018 for Rock Creek Pit Stop. Approve Resolution 2018-19 for the repurchase of tax-forfeited land on a 10-year contract for Joseph Winger. Approve Resolution 2018-20 for the repurchase of tax-forfeited land on a 10-year contract for Alan Lewis. Approve the contract between Lighthouse Child & Family Services, LLC and Pine County Health & Human Services for the period of January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2019. The monthly rate for this service is $4,800 per month, together with reimbursement of mileage, not to exceed a total annual amount (both services and mileage) of $69,000. Approve the 2018 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant in the amount of $1,230. This grant will be used only for safety enforcement equipment purchases. The grant period is from March 15, 2018 through August 31, 2018. This grant does not require matching funds. Approve the 2018 Federal Supplemental Boating Safety Patrol Grant in the amount of $4,500. This grant will be used for enforcement hours only. The grant period is from May 11, 2018 through September 3, 2018. This grant does not require matching funds. Award to Ford of Hibbing, the low bidder, for the purchase of five (5) Ford Explorers with police packages, $27,476.45/each, for a total of $137,382.25. Approve the promotion of Diane Lombard from Office Support Specialist to full-time Support Enforcement Aide, effective May 2, 2018, $20.03 per
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-18-30 Estate of Richard P. DeLong, Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated April 29, 1988, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Craig L. DeLong, whose address is 204 Sage Dr, , Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, 19608, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the
date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. 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. Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Pine Court Administrator 2018.05.10 11:48:38-05'00' Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Nelson, Kim (Pine Court Administration) May 10 2018 12:18 PM Attorney for Personal Representative Joseph A. Field FIELD LAW, P.A. 2006 First Ave. Suite 206 Anoka, MN, 55303 Attorney License No: 018519X Telephone: (763) 427-9066 FAX: (763) 231-5601
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-18-33 Estate of Luther Merle Tenquist, Decedent NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated May 8, 2004, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Sandra Lieske, whose address is 750 West 12th Street, Rush City, Minnesota, 55069, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the person-
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(d) Mary Kay Sloan, .714 Long Term Sub, (Step 2, Lane 1), approximately April 4 - May 25, 18. (e) Beth Linzmeier, Assistant Golf Coach, (Step 3), at an annual salary of $2,794, effective 3/28/18. (f) Annette Blatz, JH Softball Coach, (Step 3), at an annual salary of $1,845, effective 3/28/18. as established in the prevailing Staff Agreement. (g) Per school board policy the board accepts a donation of $356.63 from the Knights of Columbus for the fan bus for Boys Basketball. The board thanks the Knights of Columbus for this donation. Motion by Geisler second by Ames and carried unanimously to approve the Treasurer’s/Cash Flow Report Update. Motion by Ames second by Leibel and carried unanimously to accept the retirement of Beth Linzmeier, secondary teacher. The board thanks her for her 33 years of service to Pine City Schools. Motion by Connaker second by Ascheman and carried unanimously to accept the retirement of Lisa Johnson, elementary teacher. The board thanks her for her 24 1/2 years of service to Pine City Schools. Motion by Leibel second by Ames and carried unanimously to accept the retirement of Kathryn Olson, elementary peer coach. The board thanks her for her 34 years of service to Pine City Schools. Motion by Geisler second by Ames and carried unanimously to accept the retirement of Diane Engelstad, secondary teacher. The board thanks her for her 20 years of service to Pine City Schools. Motion by Leibel second by Ascheman and carried unanimously to approve the 2018-2019 Senior Class Trip. Dates 22 - March 30 Motion by Leibel second by Ascheman and carried unanimously to approve the revision to the 2017-2018 School Calendar. Motion by Ames second by Tollefson and carried unanimously to approve the 2018-2019 School Calendar. Motion by Leibel second by Geisler and carried unanimously to approve the changes to Policy 902, Use of School District Facilities and Equipment. POLICY REVIEW 1st Reading - Policy 301.2 - Position Descriptions School Board Member item: Member Connaker reported on the MSBA Legislative Day at the Capitol - TRA possible changes. School start time in 2020-2021. School safety. Meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m. Wally Connaker Clerk Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 24, 2018
hour. Grade 5. Approve the regular employment status for Social Worker Nicole Hart, effective April 5, 2018. Authorize the hiring of Jamie Adamczak, Highway Maintenance Worker, effective May 7, 2018, $17.26 per hour, Grade 6. Authorize Child Support Supervisor Jodi Blesener to attend the MN Association of County Social Services Administrators Conference. Total Cost: $502. Authorize Fiscal Officer Michelle Kelash to attend the 38th Annual Association of MN Social Services Accountants Conference. Total Cost: $514. Authorize IT Manager Ryan Findell to attend the 2018 Minnesota County Information Technology Leadership Association (MNCITLA) Annual Conference. Total cost: $580. Authorize Land & Resources Manager Caleb Anderson and Environmental Technician Leiah Hart to attend the Basic Wetland Delineation Training. Total Cost: $2,649. Munch Township/Obey Access Easement Update County Attorney Reese Frederickson provided an update on the negotiations with Jim and Wilda Obey for the purchase of an easement for roadway purposes to the county memorial forest, over 1,000 acres of land in Munch Township. To date, the Obeys have rejected the county’s offer based on the appraisal and have not provided any counter offer. The 90-day negotiation period expires May 7, 2018. Steve Quam, attorney for the Minnesota Land Trust, stated the Land Trust’s position—that it was opposed to an industrial/ commercial access. After discussion, it was the request of the county board that the county attorney draft a resolution for consideration at the May 15, 2018 county board meeting to proceed with eminent domain; meanwhile, the county attorney shall be receptive to conversations with the land owner, the land trust, and other interested parties in negotiating an access to the memorial forest short of eminent domain. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the contract with PHASE, Inc. for recycling roll-off servicing contract, January 2018 – December 2018, for a cost of $28,600. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0. Motion by Commissioner Ludwig, second by Commissioner Mohr, to set the following Special Meetings-Committee of the Whole: May 23, 2018, 1:00 p.m., Pine County Courthouse, Pine City for the purpose of awarding bids for the North Pine Government Center; and June 5, 2018, 9:00 a.m., Pine County Courthouse, Pine City for the purpose of a legislative update and discussions with Minnesota State Representative Jason Rarick and Minnesota State Senator Tony Lourey. At 11:55 a.m. Chair Hallan called a recess until 1:00 p.m. The road tour commenced at 1:00 p.m. County commissioners, County Engineer LeBrun, County Administrator Minke, and Land Services Director Kelly Schroeder, toured the roads of southern Pine County and the engineer provided an overview of the road plan. With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the meeting at 2:35 p.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for May 15, 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 May 24, 2018
Email: jfield@jfieldlaw.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 24 and 31, 2018
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al representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. 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. Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Pine Court Administrator 2018.05.04 11:16:43-05’00’ Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator Pine Court Administrator 2018.05.04 11:16:57-05’00’ Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Nelson, Kim (Pine Court Administration) May 4 2018 12:27 PM Attorney for Personal Representative
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Snake River Utility Crossing and Lift Station City of Pine City, Minnesota SEH No. PINE0 143766 Notice is hereby given that sealed Bids will be received by the City of Pine City until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 14, 2018, at the Pine City, City Hall located at 315 Main St. S., Suite 100, Pine City, MN 55063, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of 2nd Street SE Utility Improvements. Major quantities for the Work include: Est. Qty
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Bids shall be on the form provided for that purpose and according to the Bidding Requirements prepared by Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®) dated January 31, 2018. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. located at 3535 Vadnais Center Drive, St. Paul, MN 55110-5196, Greg Anderson - 651.490.2000. The Bidding Documents may be viewed for no cost at http://www.sehinc.com by selecting the Project Bid Information link at the bottom of the page and the View Plans option from the menu at the top of the selected project page. Digital image copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http://www. sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the PROJECT BID INFORMATION link and by entering eBidDocTM Number 5640908 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com. Paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $100. A pre-Bid conference will be held at 1:00pm. on May 31 at Pine City City Hall. Representatives of Owner and Engineer will be present to discuss the Project. Bidders are encouraged to attend and participate in the conference. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. This Work shall be subject to minimum wages and labor standards in accordance with Davis Bacon. Bids shall be directed to the City Administrator, securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR SNAKE RIVER UTILITY CROSSING AND LIFT STATION.” The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the City. Ken Cammilleri City Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer May 10, 17, 24, 2018
Matthew K. Steffes Kelsey Law Office, P.A. 100 Buchanan Street North Suite 1 Cambridge, MN, 55008 Attorney License No: 398055 Telephone: (763) 689-8931 FAX: (763) 689-8932 Email: matthew@kelseylawyer.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 17 and 24, 2018 GENERAL NOTICE TO CONTROL OR ERADICATE NOXIOUS WEEDS Notice is hereby given this 24th day of May, 2018 pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 18.83, Subdivision 1 (2015), that all persons in Pine County, Minnesota, shall control or eradicate all noxious weeds on land they occupy or are required to maintain. Control or eradication may be accomplished by any lawful method, but the method(s) applied may need to be repeated in order to prevent the spread of viable noxious weed seeds and other propagating parts to other lands. Failure to comply with the general notice may mean that an individual notice, Minnesota Statutes, Section 18.83, Subdivision 2 (2015), will be issued. An individual notice may be appealed within two working days of receipt to the appeal committee in the county where the land is located. Failure to comply
with an individual notice will mean that the inspector having jurisdiction may either hire the work done or seek a misdemeanor charge against the person(s) who failed to comply. If the work is hired done by the inspector, the cost can be placed as a tax upon the land and collected as other real estate taxes are collected. You may obtain a list of the plants that are designated noxious and the members of the appeal committee from your County Agricultural Inspector. You can also obtain this information from your Local Weed Inspectors. Local Weed Inspectors include the township supervisors, city mayors or their appointed assistants. More information regarding the MN Noxious Weed Law and a list of County Agricultural Inspectors and County Designated Employees can be obtained from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Web Site by visiting: www.mda.state. mn.us/plants/pestmanagement/ weedcontrol Pine County Agricultural Inspector Caleb Anderson 635 Northridge Dr. Ste. 250 Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 591-1657 caleb.anderson@co.pine.mn.us Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 24, 2018
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OBITUARIES
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Dale Casler Sr.
Eighty-one-year-old Dale Casler Sr., of Pine City, departed for Heaven on Saturday, May 12, 2018. He was born the fifth of seven children on Aug. 5, 1936, in Muskegon, Michigan to parents Cleo and M Margaret (St. Armour) Casler. Dale graduated from M Muskegon Heights High School in 1956. Dale proudly served T United States MiliThe t tary from 1955-1959. He served the Navy for a short time before transf ferring to the Army. W While in the Navy he said he was disappointed b because he spent all that t time on a ship and never g to fish! In the Army got he explored Alaska, Washington and White Sands, New Mexico. Dale always spoke very fondly of his service time. He moved to Minnesota in 1967. In 1995 Dale met the love of his life and soul mate Aurilla Storm. She could cook and he loved to eat. They enjoyed spending time finding treasures at flea markets and garage sales. Together they traveled the U.S. and enjoyed time with family. He worked hard and retired from Plastech in 1997 after 18 years. Dale was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2007. He became Temple worthy in 2008. With never-ending patience and love he passed his knowledge and passions for hunting, fishing, cribbage and cards to his children and grandchildren. Dale loved spending quality time with his family and friends. He was an amazing man who showed kindness to everyone. Dale was always there to help anytime it was needed. His great sense of humor and loving jokes always brought a smile. Dale leaves behind a beautiful list of memories for everyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. Dale is greeted in Heaven by parents Cleo and
(Richard) Treichel, Geng family, nieces and nephews. Frederick is also survived by his housemates: Donald, Scott, Ken and the rest of his Pine Haven family. Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, May 18 at O’Halloran & Murphy Funeral Home, St. Paul. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery.
Margaret; siblings Emma Ruth Sweet, Donald Casler, Shirley Rose, Wayne Casler, Gordon Casler, Sharon Tardani; grandchildren Shane Casler, Lilly Ann Damann, Phoenix Haggen and good friends Steve Riser, Florence Dickey, and many more. Waiting on Earth until they meet again is the love of his life Aurilla Storm, his children Steve (Denise) Casler, Kim Thelen, Margaret (Alfred) VanderHeyden, Dale Casler Jr., 12 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor at 1:30 p.m. on June 3, 2018, at The Church of Jesus Christ of LDS in Pine City. Arrangements are by the Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com.
Gary L. Cross
Frederick J. Lang Frederick J. Lang, a resident of Pine Haven-Community Living Options (CLO), east of Pine City, passed away peacefully at his home on May 13, 2018, at the age of 88 years. Frederick was born May 4, 1930, in St. Paul, Minnesota and has lived in the Pine City area since 1995. Frederick lived a full and active life thanks to his many friends at CLO. He enjoyed relaxing while at home, spending quality time with his housemates and CLO staff, watching game shows, such as “Family Feud” and “Wheel of Fortune.” Frederick enjoyed playing his keyboard, he also enjoyed going to the movies, shopping, having picnics, going out to eat and visiting animals at the zoo. Frederick was a wonderful man, who could light up an entire room. Those who had the privilege to know and serve Frederick really enjoyed their time with him. Frederick is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Ethel Lang, and his long time buddy, James Young. Frederick is survived by his sister Catherine
Gary Lee Cross, age 65 of Mora, passed away on Friday, May 11, 2018, at his home. Gary was born on Dec. 24, 1952, in Rush City, to Donald and Shirley (Weis) Cross. He attended Pine City schools and worked at Stan and Gene’s in Pine C City. On April 26, 1980, he w was united in marriage to Melinda Ammerman in Watertown, South D Dakota. He worked p primarily as a “junkyard sp specialist.” Gary enjoyed restorin ing and collecting John D Deere tractors, building m model cars, collecting toy tr tractors, collecting guns, co collecting agates and fe feeding the birds. He is preceded in death b by his dad, Donald Cross; his grandpa, Willy Cross; his grandma, Edith Cross; his grandpa Carl Weis; his grandma Louise Weis; his daughter Mary Hard; his grandson, Timothy Hughes and his father and mothers-in-law, Howard and Vivian Ammerman. Gary is survived by his wife, Melinda Cross; his children, Jim (Tammy) Cross of Pine City, Brad Cross of Mora, Tina Rutledge of Pine City; his mother Shirley Ingvalson of Mora; his sisters, Stephanie Novak of Mora and Lynda (Mike) Nelson of Ogilvie; numerous grandkids, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A visitation for Gary was held on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at the Pine City Country Club, with a Celebration of Life at 6 p.m. Arrangements by Dresser-Methven Funeral Home. SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 17
WORSHIP GUIDE Church of Christ
Grasston Baptist Church
Hope Lutheran Church
Living Hope Christian Center
Pine City Evangelical Free Church
815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study. Contact: Greg Douvier 320-420-1302
402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030 wwåw.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am
Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday Worship Service 11am Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.
Pastor Jeremy Langmade Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.
625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Nursery (infant-3yrs) all morning Wednesdays: AWANA (Sept-Apr) 6 p.m.; Frontline (Youth Group), Jr & Sr High 6:00 p.m. Phone: 320-629-2584 Email: office@pcefc.com, www.pcefc. com
Dale Evangelical Free Church 45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris, MN 763-689-5817 Pastor/Teacher Dr. Harvey Martin Sunday School, all ages 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:25 am www.daleefc.com Awana, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm Youth, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm
First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 10:00 a.m. Sunday School-all ages, No Sunday School-June-August 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration Wednesday @ 6:15 p.m. Youth Group
Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service. 7:30 p.m. Wed. Bible study, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Master Clubs for children ages 4 to 6th grade.
Hands for Pine City Outreach Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St. SE P.O. Box 164 Sunday NIGHTS 5-6PM Pastors Julie & Brad Samuelson 320-496-3009 Hands4PC@gmail.com Facebook fan page: Hands for Pine City Existing to be the hands of Jesus to Pine City
Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107 • 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9:00a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.
Hustletown Community Church
Living Water Fellowship
Non-denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln. Pastor Bruce Thompson 320-225-9231 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.
915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities.
Open Arms Church of God Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30pm, Sunday 9:15-9:45am
Journey North Church Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist 550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m. Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.
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Charles R. Jutting Charles “Chuck” Roland Jutting was born Jan. 21, 1946, in Buffalo Center, Iowa to Roland and Mona (Mason) Jutting. He passed away May 1, 2018. He grew up on the family farm, graduating from Buffalo Center High School. Chuck made a life in Pine City where he worked as an over the road truck driver. After retiring he liked to tinker with cars and could often be found at the local j junk yard. He spent many weekends at his cabin on the Ash River Trail in Minnesota, out on the lake catching walleye and on the trails hunting grouse. He also loved spending time with his kids, grandkids and friends. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Gary Jutting. Left to cherish his memory are his son, Josh (Angie) Jutting of Brooklyn Park; daughter, Rachel (Darren) Hibbler of Minneapolis; grandchildren, Brian, Karena and Jayla; sisters, Pat (Selby) Myers of Aurora, Colorado, and Kathy Veal of Missoula, Montana; brothers, Randy Jutting of Lake Mills, Iowa, Paul (Janet) Jutting of Buffalo Center, Iowa, Jack (Mona) Jutting of Buffalo Center, Iowa, and Gene Jutting of Hutchinson; former wife Donna Jutting, and many nieces and nephews.
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THANK YOU Our family extends a heartfelt thanks to those who, in many, many ways helped us through the days following Leona’s death. Whether it was in actions or in comforting words, the kindnesses will always be remembered. Family of Leona Arnold
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May 13, 7:12 a.m., report of theft, Rosewood Ln., Pine City. May 14, 11:39 a.m., report of MVA property damage, 13th St. SW, Pine City. May 14, 2:44 p.m., report of burglary, 6th Ave. SW, Pine City. May 17, 12:08 p.m., report of fraud/scam/ID, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. May 18, 10:13 a.m., report of theft, Pokegama Ave. W, Henriette. May 18, 2:17 p.m., report of MVA property damage, Northern Rd., Pine City. May 18, 7:25 p.m., report of damage to vehicle, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City. May 19, 3:27 p.m., report of vehicle recovered, 8th St. NW, Pine City.
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happy,’” Roubinek said. “You can see and feel people’s joy. That’s what motivates me. I can work hard for this and feel good that it’s helping others. Because music, and theater and the arts enhance our lives and bring joy. Pine City has a better quality of life because of the Pine City Arts Council. ”
MUSIC, FOOD AND FUN • The opening notes of Art in the Park will be heard on Friday, May 25. The first concert of the year will, as always, be provided by the Pine City Jazz Band, with sloppy joes served by the Music Boosters. • On June 1, Johnny Cash tribute band “Church of Cash” will play the songs of the legendary Man in Black, with food provided by the Girl Scouts.
• On June 8, the Why Back Whens variety band will share a selection of oldies with sloppy joes served by First Presbyterian. • Dust off those blue suede shoes on June 15 for “Echoes of Elvis” with BBQ turkey served by Catholic Sodality. • June 22 will bring Backyard Band and a variety of favorite tunes, with cheeseburgers served by the Boy Scouts. • On June 29, Robinson Park will be rocking with the songs of the 1950s as perennial favorites Whitesidewalls take the stage. • After a hot dog dinner from Zion Lutheran Church, Roxy Hall Band will perform on July 6. Roubinek said she first spotted them performing at the DNR building at the Minnesota State Fair. “It’s an all female band ... kind of bluesy, jazzy rock,” Roubinek said. “They’re great. People love them.”
• The After Hours Big Band and Carolina BBQ from Our Redeemer will be served up on July 13. The After Hours Big Band features talented musicians from the Kleppe and Osterdyk families. Roubinek said she is excited to see the jazz ensemble come to Pine City, along with the two local graduates. • The 41st annual Art Fest will be held on Saturday, July 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The arts and crafts fair will feature over 70 exhibitors, with music by Neighberz, and children’s corner for kids, food and refreshments. • Friday night concerts return one last time on July 27, as polka masters Jolly Zuks (and walking tacos from Pine Area Lions) close out the summer season for Art in the Park. “It’s expensive to go see a lot of these things,” Roubinek noted. “Pine City gets them free because of our wonderful
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sponsors.” Music and community can be a magical combination, and many marvelous moments are sure to be had this summer during Art in the Park. “That’s what motivates all of us on the Art Council,” Roubinek said. “They’re dedicated volunteers who have been doing it for years and years and years. It’s just a great group. Whether we’re doing Art on the Road and taking people to the art, or Doll Days which are bringing American Girl Dolls and their history stories alive for young girls, or whether it’s Art in Concert so we can bring some larger bands to Pine City in our beautiful new auditorium, or Art in the Park, where it’s a multi-generational free event. It’s bringing joy to other people.”
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in the spring. This year they have decided to try and add a third play. “Most of them [student actors] are not involved in spring sports so we decided instead of lying around on the couch we would give them the opportunity to do another play,” Schueller said Since the middle of April, students like Lydia Struss have been practicing three days a week. Struss, a junior, has been in 14 plays and said she plans to study theatrical production and playwriting in college. “It is amazing to create a world for another person onstage,” Struss said. “You are outside of reality.” Allie Hammil, a senior, said that she loves being in the Pine City community where they are so supportive of theater. She had a hard time picking a favorite production but “Footloose was pretty great.” For this spring’s play “The Dining Room,” the cast conducts sometimes overlapping scenes around a formal dining room table, from the brother and sister who have to decide who will get the table after the parents passed away to a look at a family breakfast in the 1930s. Servants cook breakfast and serve, while the children,
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who eat in the kitchen with the servants until they are old enough to sit still, ask when they can begin eating dinner with their parents in the dining room. Schueller said that she was drawn to the play because it looked at how our families and lives are changing through one room in the house. In one scene a man gives his wife a hard time for working writing a term paper on his family’s dining room table, or as he said, “systematically mutilating the dining room table.” When asked what their favorite scene in the play was the vast majority of the student actors said the child’s birthday party scene. “It is pretty funny seeing teenagers pretend they are kids,” Hammil said with a smile. Showtimes include June 1 and 2 at 7 p.m. and June 3 at 2 p.m.
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Homes in Hugo, Dellwood, White Bear, Wyoming, North Branch, Harris, Stanchfield, Pine City, Brook Park $250 Sign on Bonus Starting wages range $12.00 to $17.00/hr. Weekend differentials, Overnight differentials Year-end bonus Paid training Medical, Dental, 401(k), Paid Personal Leave We have full-time, part-time, and relief positions available Community Living Options provides 24-hour residential care and supervision to adults and children with intellectual developmental disabilities, mental health and medical challenges. For interview call Polly @ 651-237-1087 or email: Trainer@clomail.com Apply online at CLO-MN.com
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Crew Worker I or II Based in Mora Paid vacation and sick leave, Monday –Thursday, Retirement and health care benefit packages, entry level, paid on job training and room for growth and advancements!
Work will consist mainly of insulating, air sealing and performing conservation measures to households served by Lakes and Pines’ Weatherization Assistance Program. Valid Driver’s License, favorable background check & drug test required. Major QualiďŹ cations: carpentry aptitude or experience and the ability to work with low-income families. Individuals interested should submit applications by 4:30 p.m., June 8th, 2018. No resumes accepted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. Must be age18 or older to apply. Salary Range: CW I $14.79/Hr.; CW II $15.21/Hr. FT 40 hours Monday – Thursday. For more information, an application, or special accommodations, call Lakes & Pines (320) 679-1800, stop by our Central Office located at 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora MN 55051, or visit our website at www.lakesandpines.org. Lakes and Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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PINE CITY PIONEER
MAY 24, 2018
PHOTOS BY SCOTT JEANSON | THE PIONEER
Fifth-graders dive into fresh water On May 17 Pine City and Mora fifth-graders visited the 19th annual Pokegama Lake Association’s Freshwater Fair at the Pine County Fairgrounds. Sixteen learning stations helped educate the students on environmental and wildlife topics, with an emphasis on the importance of water quality.
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