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Absolutely egg-static for annual Easter egg hunt Parents were nearly as excited as their kids for the annual community Easter celebration and Easter egg hunt at Robinson Park this past Saturday. More photos from the event on Page 20.
Out of home placement comes Pine City residents at high cost to Pine County report thefts, speed, BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
A large portion of taxpayer dollars are spent on out-of-home placement for Pine County youth. At last week’s regular board meeting, Pine County Health and Human Services (HHS) Director Becky Foss explained that her concerns were for staff and funding. Even more revealing was her news that the 2016 HHS spending in this area was over budget by $280,000. HHS had budgeted $675,000 for outof-home placement. She noted two items in out-ofhome placement budget which caused the over budget situation. They were non-tribal family style foster care. It exceeded its $235,000 budget by $48,000. Tribal placements had a budget of $187,500. It exceeded its budget by $297,000. “We won’t make our out-of-home placement budget this year,” Foss said. She said social workers in the department should ideally be handling no more than seven or eight cases. They have nearly double that
number. Most of the out-of-home placements were ordered because of severe neglect, mental health and parental drug use, Foss shared. In her presentation, she stated that if the county’s HHS department were to follow the recommended caseload size, they would need to hire four additional social workers and one supervisor. SHERIFF’S RECORD MANAGEMENT Pine County has been sharing and contracting a records management system (RMS) jointly with St. Louis and several other counties. Some of the functions of the computer software system are that it gives dispatch a means of keeping track of incidents and makes it available to law enforcement within the system and also provides access to the National Crime Information Center. Some of the counties began pulling out of the joint information system leaving those remaining with a larger share of the bill. Pine County has been exploring a means to remove themselves from the current Nemesis system, retain their previous records and possibly
reduce the cost. At last week’s regular meeting, Pine County Sheriff Jeff Nelson said they’ve been looking for a system more beneficial to the county for about five or six years. The group of counties sharing in the new system include Pine, Carlton, Cook, Lake and Koochiching County. Nelson said they expect to be working as a group in 9-12 months. Pine County Commissioner Steve Hallan said he was concerned that the current software system would malfunction before the new system was up and running. He asked if Zuercher, who provided the proposal for the new system would be prepared to get the package in place. The county is still under contract with the current software provider, Nelson told the board, and they would be required to service the current software system. Chairman Matt Ludwig asked if the data retained on the present system belonged to the county. Nelson assured him it did. He added that $60,000 has been set
noise complaints BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM
Pine County Sheriff’s Office deputies are responding to hundreds of police calls in Pine City each month, according to Pine County Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom. In a report to the Pine City Council, Widenstrom said that deputies took 274 calls in January, 292 in February and 239 in March as of March 29. Some of these calls are made due to criminal activity, but most relate to medical, fire or other safety issues, Widenstrom said. He noted that there have been two burglary complaints, 23 theft complaints and 16 shoplifting complaints in Pine City in the past three months.
NO NEED TO SPEED Widenstrom said that efforts are being made to control speeding on Pine City streets. He told the city council that the solar-powered speed monitor in the southbound lane of Highway 61/Main Street by the fairgrounds would remain there permanently, to remind drivers to slow down as the speed limit drops from 45 miles per hour to 30 mph. Widenstrom also noted that deputies have been
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On April 7 at 11 a.m. the Pine County Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous tip regarding a threat to the Hinckley/Finlayson School District. The school resource officer assigned to the district immediately made contact with school officials, who followed their policy and initiated a lock down of their three school buildings. Pine County Deputies assisted school officials in conducting a precautionary search of the buildings for any illegal items. No items of concern were found during the search. Once the searches were completed, students and staff were released from the lockdown. No specific names or actions were made known in the tip received. The actions taken followed school district policies intended to ensure the safety of every student. The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that investigation continues into the matter.
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Palm Sunday pancakes served up hot The Pine City Lions served a long line of hungry customers at their annual pancake breakfast at the Pine City American Legion.
LOCK UP VEHICLES The Pine County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to lock up their vehicles when not in use. Since Jan. 1, the sheriff’s office has taken 24 calls of vehicle prowler complaints. The sheriff’s office also urges residents not to keep valuables inside of their vehicles.
RAISCH CONVICTION UPHELD The Pine County Attorney’s Office reports that the Minnesota Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of Robert Sam Raisch Jr. for second degree murder. All of Raisch’s arguments were denied by the court. The case was tried to a jury in October 2015 by Pine County Attorney Reese Frederickson, and second-chaired by Assistant County Attorney George Joyer. A jury found Raisch guilty of two counts of second degree murder and one count of first degree assault in the 2015 murder of James Shepardson.
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On April 6 at approximately 6:19 p.m., the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting that Steven Richard Tickle, 67, of Eden Prairie, hadn’t been in contact with his family for a period of time. Tickle was at the family property around the Bob Lake area of Carlton County. Authorities learned that a family friend had gone to check on Tickle but could not locate
him. The friend did find a canoe approximately 40 feet away from the dock, submerged. In the canoe was the missing male’s dog. Deputies went to the canoe, but couldn’t locate the male around the immediate area. They retrieved the dog from the canoe, and it survived with no injuries. Carlton County contacted the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office Rescue Squad for assistance in searching for Tickle. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office Rescue Squad
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APRIL 13 We R Able benefit concert Troy Heling of Rush City and vocalist Tush from the Twin Cities will perform a benefit concert at North Country Coffee in the North Branch Mall on Thursday, April 13, at 5:30 p.m. Heling will play his guitar and create some melody lines especially for the evening. A meal will be served at 5 p.m. Registration is required to obtain a meal count. For more information or to sign up call 320-358-1211.
APRIL 15 Pokegama Lake Association The monthly meeting of the Pokegama Lake Association will be Saturday, April 15 at 9 a.m. with coffee and rolls at 8:30 a.m. Prospective members are welcome at 12965 Lake Line Road. Contact lmclean111@ gmail.com for information.
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sponsoring a performance by the Copper Street Brass band on Friday, April 21, 7 p.m., at the Pine City High School auditorium. Tickets are available at the Pine City Community Ed office, The Flower Box or Cabin Coffee’s. Call 320-629-4030 for more information.
THURSDAY 4/13 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine City VFW Auxiliary: Pine City VFW Post #4258, 6:30 p.m.
APRIL 22 Learn about Minnesota raptors Spend a part of Earth Day exploring the different raptors of Minnesota and what makes them unique from other birds during a special program at Pine City Public Library at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22. Participants will hear some of the greatest environmental success stories involving, for instance, the peregrine falcon and the bald eagle. For more information, call 320-629-6403 or visit www.ecrlib.org.
SATURDAY 4/15 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 4/16 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 4/17 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church PHOTO PROVIDED
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APRIL 17 Northern Exposures The Northern Exposures Photo Club will meet on Monday, April 17 at 7 p.m. at the Kanabec History Center in Mora. Members will share their images for this month’s theme, “Soft Focus.” Dee Kotaska will give a presentation on techniques for abstract photography. Contact wmehlan@hotmail.com with any questions.
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“Barnyard hullabaloo” is the theme at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 22 at Rush City Public Library’s spring preschool storytime for children ages 3-5 (siblings welcome). Enjoy a visit from a real baby goat, while other miniature animals may join in the fun, too, depending on the weather. For more information about this and other programs, drop by the library at 240 W. 4th St., call 320-358-3948 or visit http://ecrlib.org.
The Pine County Genealogical Society will be meeting at the Pine County Historical Museum in Askov, Wednesday, April 19 at noon for Dutch lunch and a 1 p.m. meeting. The subject for the round table discussion will be recent family history discoveries. Email Alaina at swedealley@yahoo.com with any questions.
A broasted chicken dinner (Brass Rail) fundraiser for the maintenance and upkeep of the Pine City Senior Center building will be held Saturday, April 22 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. Call 320-630-1359 for more information.
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APRIL 20 WINDOW abuse support group A support group for domestic abuse survivors meets at Journey North Church - 840 Main St., Pine City, every other Thursday of each month from 6-7 p.m. The next meeting is Thursday, April 20. WINDOW seeks to organize additional groups in other local communities as well. Call 320384-7113 for more information.
Learn the art of making a coil sweetgrass basket at this two-day workshop on Saturday, noon to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 22 and 23, at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post. Refreshments and a light lunch are provided on both days. Registration is required. Call 320-532-3632 or visit www.mnhs.org/millelacs for more information.
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Pine City Senior Center meeting There will be a meeting on Thursday, April 20, at the Pine City Senior Center, 670 Main St. S. Come for lunch at noon and stay for the meeting at 12:30 p.m. New members are welcome. Call 320-629-3024 for information.
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The next meeting of the Pine City Area History Association will be held Sunday, April 23 at 2 p.m. at the Pine City Public Library. The topic will be “Remembering Rural Schools,” a look back on rural schools of the area. The public is invited to bring items related to the topic to share. For more information call 320- 322-9208 or email pcahistory@gmail.com.
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On Tuesday, April 25 the public is invited to a free “Children’s Challenging Behavior” class presented by NAMI Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness), from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lakes Region EMS, 40245 Fletcher Ave. in North Branch. Learn when and how to seek help, develop parenting strategies, learn the ins and outs of special education and other educational supports, and discover community and county resources available. In addition, a Special Education Training workshop for parents will follow, 6-8 p.m., at the North Branch Area Library, 6355 379th Street. To register, or for more information about either session, call NAMI Minnesota at 651-645-2948 or go to “classes” at namihelps.org.
The next meeting of the Snake River Valley Conservation Club (SRVCC) will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 7:30 p.m., at the club house on the Pine County Fairgrounds. Contact Mark Madison at mmadison@ northlc.com with any questions.
Individuals with memory loss and their caregivers and families are invited to come and enjoy fellowship and support with peers in a historic setting at the North West Company Fur Post, 12551 Voyageur Ln., Pine City, on Tuesday, April 25 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Coffee, treats and enjoyable activities are provided at no charge. For more information call 320-629-6356 or visit nwcfurpost@mnhs.org.
6th Grade Science Fair The 2nd Annual 6th Grade Science Fair will be held on Thursday and Friday, April 27 and 28, in the auditorium at Pine City Elementary School. Judging day (closed to the public) is the morning of April 27 with the awards ceremony (open to the public) at 2 p.m. in the auditorium and an open house for the public will be all day on April 28. Email Joel Lorsung at jlorsung@isd578.org with questions.
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WEDNESDAY 4/19 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center
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April 17 - 21 Monday: Chicken wild rice casserole, dilled carrots, creamy cucumbers, pudding Tuesday: Sausage quiche, fried potatoes, fruit cup, muffin, apple crisp Wednesday: Swedish meatballs, red skinned potatoes with gravy, country trio vegetables, wheat bread, chocolate pudding Thursday: Turkey, bacon and ranch wrap, cream of potato soup, fresh fruit, raspberry parfait Friday: Oven roasted chicken, whipped potatoes with gravy, cauliflower, dinner roll, sherbet 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.
Corner Cabaret Pine Center for the Arts will present a Corner Cabaret event, “Joe Pangerl’s BlueGrass Jam,” on Friday, April 28, 7 p.m., at 265 5th St. SE, downtown Pine City. There is limited seating; advance sale tickets are available at PCftA, 320-629-4924 or www. pinecenter.org.
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Protect our area from invasive plants, pests Are you helping invasive pests spread in Minnesota or around our country? You may have heard that invasive plant pests and diseases are primarily introduced through commercial trade—that’s true. But once they are here, these destructive plant pests don’t move far on their own; they are mostly spread by us. Through our everyday actions—when we take firewood from home to our campsite, mail a gift of homegrown fruits or plants, or order plants, seeds or fruit online—we can contribute to the unintentional spread of any number of destructive plant pests. So when people wonder if their individual actions really matter—the answer is yes. Damaging pests like the emerald ash borer (EAB), and gypsy moth threaten communities and the entire State of Minnesota. These pests can hide in firewood. We are also monitoring for the brown marmorated stink bug that can cause major damage to fruit, vegetable, and row crops, and become a major nuisance to homeowners. Invasive weeds like recently discovered Palmer amaranth could cost crop farmers millions of dollars in lost revenue. That’s why it’s important for everyone to learn more about these harmful plants and pests, take responsibility for your actions, and help us stop the spread of invasive species. It only takes one person to move something they shouldn’t. For instance, we know the EAB beetle didn’t fly to Minnesota on its own, it hitchhiked here. And now all of our urban, suburban and rural ash trees are at risk of attack by this devastating pest. And, the risks from EAB stretch well beyond our borders, today EAB infestations are in 30 States. Invasive plant pests and diseases are a threat in almost every state. If we allow them to enter and become established, these pests could devastate our neighborhoods and public green spaces, and cause damage to native species of plants, forests, watersheds, lakes, rivers and water delivery systems. As it stands today, damage from invasive plant pests costs our nation about $40 billion annually. To protect our state, we are asking Minnesotans to join us in the battle against invasive plant pest and diseases. Give us a call to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Arrest the Pest line at 1-888-545-6684 to learn what you can do. This April—Invasive Plant, Pest and Disease Awareness Month—we urge you to help stop the spread of these harmful pests. Erin Stiers State Plant Health Director, Minnesota USDA, APHIS, PPQ Geir Friisoe Director, Plant Protection Division Minnesota Department of Agriculture
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Warning sirens should be audible throughout Pine City To the Editor: Severe storm season is coming around again, fellow residents of Pine City. This is not the first time I have shared my concerns for our community when it comes to the public warning siren system. Years ago a 360 degree siren was mounted to the city water tower. It was at a height where there were few obstructions to the sound waves. The siren could be heard clear to the north end of Cross Lake. I know, for as a kid growing up here I’ve heard it. The siren in the past was also used to alert volunteer firefighters that they were needed. On more than one occasion I was with my father outside of town when we heard the siren to respond. Now, the siren is a rotating trumpet upon a pole some 30 feet from the ground. There are many trees and buildings around and the sound waves are deadened rather fast. Some time ago I had a short chat with Tom Miller, who at the time was involved with testing the current system effectiveness. One site he said that they had tested from was a berm of the lagoon on the northern end of our city. The equipment registered the siren for less than a second of duration and at a pitifully low volume. Now imagine there is a storm of concern heading toward town. The wind noise alone would make the ability to hear the siren nearly impossible to anyone mere blocks away from the siren’s location. As has been suggested in the past, three sirens of 360 degree broadcast would better serve our community. One placed high on the hill near the National Guard Armory, another placed in the former location of the siren high on the leg of the in town water tower and lastly either on a pole on the berm of the lagoon or on the northern water tower. Now I know there are going to be “nay-sayers” to this and there will be others suggesting the use of warning radios and the like. I have nothing against these systems but consider that not everybody has these. There are those who will fall back onto FEMA publications for siren placement and usage. FEMA cannot know the exact problems that their recommendations will encounter nor do they have insight to each town’s lay-
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To the Editor: It’s no surprise that the current Republican administration is looking to ramp up defense spending. This is part of the same phenomena that President Eisenhower spoke about when he referenced the “military-industrial complex” in his farewell address. We have perpetuated the same cycle administration after administration. Cut domestic programs to fund defense contractors. Use our weapons to intervene in parts of the world we have no business in. Now that we have a Republican House, Senate, and Executive Branch, we will most likely see more colonial attempts to increase our military might around the world. Luckily, Congressman Rick Nolan has introduced legislation (H.R. 1473) to put a stop to the President’s further deployment of troops into the conflict in Syria. Congressman Rick Nolan has been very clear about this subject: only congress has the ability to declare war. For the trillions spent to drop bombs in the Middle East we could have rebuilt our infrastructure, graduated every kid from college in America, and given middle class Americans a huge tax break. Rick wants to stop wasteful military spending and reinvest in America. He’s the voice our district needs.
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out or audible obstructions. I have been in lake cabins where there are no TV sets but merely an AM/FM radio for these people to listen to on their relaxing weekend. Bringing an effective warning system to our community is something only you can do. You can do this by telephoning the city council or by writing letters to the newspaper. I know I cannot be the only one who has concerns on this issue. Let’s get the sirens back above buildings and foliage height where they can be heard at distance.
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Pine City robotics club battles at Mall of America 10 Years Ago, 2007 The Pine County board is debating what to do with the existing courthouse. After 51 years as township treasurer, Dallas Madison chose not to run again. The newly formed Pine City Robotics Club at Pine City High School competed in its first ever Battle Bots competition at the Mall of America. The Dragons robot, named “Cow Catcher” by the design, was in five battles and won three of the matchups. The Magnificent Red Hatters of Pine City will venture to Eichiens Hidden Acres Cheese Farm at CenYears ter City. Cheese Master Andre from Austria will share his expertise in Ago cheese making. Dick Prenovost of Hinckley has Donna been elected to serve on the AdvisoHeath ry Board for the Foster Grandparent Program of Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin. Student Achievers are Taten Schwietz, son of Jay and Lucy Schwietz, and a second grader at St. Mary’s school, and Adam Stolt, son of Lori and Brian Stolt, a seventh grader at the Pine City school. Coach Dan Voce is entering his 16th year as head coach of the Dragon boys golf team. Golfing on the boys team are Marc Frisch, Ben Kozak, C. J. Aadland, Chris Miller, Bryce Kryzer, Ben White, Mark Odendahl, Robbie Little, Nathan Stolt, Jimmy Rys, Chase Ballis and Dan Sebastian. The Pine City Dragons girls golf team has high hopes for a great season. Team members are Emily Ringer, Jannae Valvoda, Maryse Abrahams, Lizzie Bramer, McKenzie Pangerl, Abby Olson, Amy Decker, Lynsey Jacobson, Holly Faber, Amanda Ringer, Desiree Kaul, Emily Hill, Haley Ballis, Gina Doenz and Morgan Peterson. Softball Athletes of the Week are Rhiannon Sauter and Glenna Carlson. Glenna is a solid catcher and a great clutch hitter. Rhiannon is one of the top pitchers in the state and also a tremendous hitter.
25 Years Ago, 1992 A Pine City man, Leonard LeRoy Gray, 34, died as the result of a tragic accident during the snowstorm on April 10. A 77-passenger school bus driven by Gray had become stuck. A tow rope was being used to pull the school bus out with a pickup truck. The rope was affixed to the bus and a ball on the back of the pickup.
el to Virginia, Minnesota to compete against students from 13 other schools in the diocesan spelling bee: Brad Cavallin, Andy Auers, Annie Mach, Ariana Laurino, Elaine Laurino and Nick Olson. Five generations gathered at Lakeside Nursing Home to visit Louise Brackenbury. Louise has 24 grandchildren and 49 great-grandchildren. The WCMP radio sports staff has chosen the All Area Boys and Girls basketball teams for 1991-92. Pine City’s Nathan Jones was named to the boys All Area second team, while Steve Hobson received honorable mention. Hinckley-Finlayson’s Matt Dittberner was named Player of the Year while Ron Greenquist from St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin was chosen for the Coach of the Year honor. Jeanne Stumne and Kristy Reiser received honorable mention for Pine City’s girls. Amy Lindquist from Frederic, Wisconsin was the Player of the Year choice and Jon Harris of Isle, the Coach of the Year.
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A real snowbunny The Tom Pitzen family made good use of the April 10, 1992, surprise snowstorm. Tom, his wife Cheryl and daughters Sarah and Erica created a snow bunny at the home of Betty and Skip Pitzen on Lake Pokegama. Ten to 12 inches of snow fell in the Pine City area, putting spring on hold for awhile.
The bolt in the ball apparently broke and propelled the ball backward, through the windshield, striking Gray in the head. The Easter bunny said hello to about 200 youngsters at a breakfast held at the Pine City Elementary school and served by the Girl Scouts. Four Pine City seniors, Brian Bauman, Jory Johnson, Jenna Jambeck and Nathan Jones, were named Students of Excellence at the Central Minnesota Educational Cooperative Service Unit’s banquet. Top notch spellers from St. Mary’s School will trav-
Paul Horns was unanimously elected commander of the Pine City Novak-Miliren Post of the VFW. For the first time in 20 years the Pine City Pirates will not field a team in the Eastern Minny Baseball league this year. The decision was made by the Pine City Athletic Association at their annual meeting. Reasons for the association’s action were not enough ball players interested in playing with the Pirates, the difficulty in getting a team manager and also lack of local fan interest. Pine City Mercantile’s 50th birthday specials included Foxcroft double flat of fitted sheets, $1.99, assorted percale prints 29 cents per yard and men’s shortsleeved shirts, $2.88.
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The Victory Aid Salvage Drive for Pine City will get underway in a few days when deputy chairmen and their assistants will call on the homes in their districts for presentable and usable clothing. At a special meeting of the village council held Tuesday evening, Ed Miller was appointed janitor at the city hall to take the place of Erwin Blanchard who has resigned and will leave with members of C. D. for guard duty. J. Adam Bede, founder of the Pine Poker, died April 12 at his home in Duluth at the age of 86. Mr. Bede was three times a member of congress and was active in the fight to push through the St. Lawrence waterway.
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The mission of the Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote economic development and business in the area.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2017 CHAMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT We are seeking hole sponsors, game sponsors and door prize donations from local businesses and organizations. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event, please contact Becky at 320-322-4040 or by email info@pinecitychamber.com. Team registration will open on May 1.
THIRD THURSDAY NETWORKING, APRIL 20 Our 3rd Thursday Networking Event this month will be hosted by the Chamber of Commerce as a morning networking session. All Chamber Members are invited to attend this month’s event. We’ll provide coffee and treats, and members can join for as little or as long as their schedule allows. This session will include a Q&A session on using Facebook and other social media tools for your business. Business owners and managers are encouraged to bring their devices and we’ll do some hands-on tips & tricks for you to get the most out of your Business Page on Facebook. ** This is not a session with a guest presenter, but rather a roundtable networking style event in which we can share best practices among our membership. **
SPRING GRANT DEADLINE APPROACHES The Greater Pine Area Endowment, a component fund of the Initiative Foundation, has been serving the Pine City area since 1992 to develop community resources and enhance the quality of life for individuals and families within the ISD 578 school district boundaries. An endowment fund was established to provide financial resources for economic development and community development projects. The spring grant cycle is currently open and applications are due by Midnight on Monday, May 1. Interested organizations can review the grant guidelines on the GPAE website at www.pineendowment.org and complete the application through the online portal link found on the site.
Thank you to the following groups for your role in hosting another great COMMUNITY event! We couldn’t host this without you!! Jordan Willette ~ Bounce House Pine Center for the Arts ~ Arts Project Ruby’s Pantry ~ kids gift bags NHS & Leo Students at PCHS ~ volunteers Pine City Chamber ~ Printing & Promotions Gross Productions, Dell Gross ~ Photography Pine Dragons PTO ~ Game Equipment
IS YOUR BUSINESS ON THE MAP? Last summer the Pine City Chamber of Commerce and the Pine County Office of Economic Development were awarded a grant from the Greater Pine Area Endowment to provide one-to-one training and assistance for the business community to get listed with Google Maps. Since that time we’ve been able to work with a number of businesses to create, claim, verify and improve the listings for 32 locations in Pine City. There is still a lot of work to do on this project and we’d like to invite more businesses to take part in this free opportunity. If you’d like more information, or wish to schedule your appointment, please call Becky at 320-322-4040. This training is not limited to Chamber Members, all businesses located with ISD 578 boundaries can take part.
OFFICERS & DIRECTORS Julie Samuelson, President (Hands for Pine City) Joe Dvorak,Vice-President (FirstLight Health System) Corey Berube, Director (Frandsen Bank & Trust) Frank Christopherson, Director (US Bank) Todd Cummings, Director (Individual Member) Wayne Gilman, President (Individual Member) Sara Helseth, Director (MINPACK, Inc.) Bonnie Menigo, Director (Individual Member) Joshua Miron, Director (WCMP Radio)
Robert Musgrove, Director (Pine County Economic Development Office) Butch Nicoll, Director (Nicoll’s Café) Lara Smetana, Director (Voyageur Bottle Shop) Julie Stevens, Director (Stearns Bank) Alicia Freeman/Jackie Crawford (Student Director, Ambassador) Jill Tomczyk (Student Director, PCHS) Michael Powell (Student Director, PTCC)
NEXT MEETING: MAY 2, AT NOON 320-322-4040 Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce 315 Main Street South, Pine City MN 55063 Regular Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 2:30 pm www.pinecitychamber.com www.facebook.com/pinecitychamber info@pinecitychamber.com
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NEWSLINE Easter bunny coloring contest winners announced Thank you to all who participated, and congratulations to all the winners of the Pine City Pioneer Easter Coloring Contest! Winners for the age group 7-10 are: Kendall Steele, age 9, of Brook Park Nia Patzoldt, age 9, of Pine City Braedyn Swanson, age 9, of Grasston Addisyn Antonson, age 7, of Braham Kady Hermanson, age 8, of Brook Park Winners for the age group 4-6 are: Addison Brown, age 4, of Rush City Lydia Kraft, age 5, of Pine City Riley Anderson, age 5, of Pine City Kennedy Reynolds, age 6, of Pine City Tyler Hermanson, age 6, of Brook Park The winners will each receive a $10 Walmart gift card. All the submissions are now on display at the Pine City Pioneer office (405 2nd Avenue SE), and all are invited to stop by and see the talents of these young area artists on display.
ECRL may seek new HQ building
RYAN LINNELL
Anglers snag two super-sized sturgeon on the Snake River The sturgeon were biting at the mouth of the Snake River on Friday April 8. It took Caitlyn Furber approximately 30 minutes to land this 50-inch sturgeon, and Colby Pavelka landed a 53 incher soon after.
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The East Central Regional Library is seeking information about potential, available facilities for the headquarters operations of the regional library system. ECRL is a Joint Powers Agreement of Aitkin, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine counties that provides library service through 14 branch libraries throughout the region. The headquarters office, currently based in Cambridge, is a central services management facility where all common tasks for the regional library system are performed. About 20 staff positions, including the Executive Director and central management team, work out of headquarters. The ECRL Board of Directors has issued a Request for Information with an established list of criteria for a suitable headquarters facility. Find the RFI and details on how to respond at www.ecrlib.org/locations/ecrl-headquarters. The deadline for submissions is 4 p.m. Monday, May 1. Documents can be submitted to clydon@ecrlib.org or via traditional mail to Executive Director, East Central Regional Library, 244 S. Birch St., Cambridge, MN 55008.
Address questions to Executive Director Carla Lydon.
Pine County History Museum honors volunteers
Pine County has many volunteers daily contributing to our communities. April is National Volunteer Month and the volunteers at the Pine County Historical Society in Askov are honoring these volunteers. • On April 8, they invited all of the Lions throughout Pine County to spend a few hours sharing with folks what they do for their communities. • On April 15 they are inviting all of the volunteers within the Sheriff’s Reserve, the Pine County Jail, firefighters and Rescue, CERTs, and chaplains to come be thanked at the museum. • On April 29 they are inviting the DAVs, VFWs and the American Legions to come to the museum. Chester Gustafson will speak at this event, sharing photos and memories of his time as a driver for President Reagan. All of these events are free to the public and will start at 10 a.m. through noon. The museum will provide coffee, lemonade and cookies.
Drive safe in work zones
More than 200 active work zones are scheduled throughout the state this construction season. A work zone is any area where highway construction, maintenance or utility work is being done. Work zones are identified by warning signs, signals, barriers, pavement markings and flaggers. Each year in Minnesota, an average of seven people die in work zone crashes and 753 fatal or serious injury crashes occur. “Drivers and passengers are more likely to be killed in work zones than workers, but maintenance and construction crew workers have also lost their lives, been injured or had close calls,” said Jay Hietpas, Office of Traffic, Safety and Technology director. “Rear-end crashes are the most common type of work zone crash. Most of these crashes occur because of driver inattention and speeding, both behaviors we can change.” He said when entering work zones, motorists should obey the posted speed limits, pay attention to signs and flaggers, be patient and not drive distracted.
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making traffic stops on Hillside Avenue, and that a speed monitor was set up for a short time at the point where the speed limit drops from 40 to 30. “Hillside Avenue is a tough one,” Widenstrom said. “I catch myself. Because it’s 40 (mph) until you get to the MnDOT building, and then it drops to 30 (mph) right there. So you have to catch yourself the last couple of blocks.” Mayor Carl Pederson asked if a speed monitor could be placed on Hillside Avenue permanently. Widenstrom suggested that city staff talk to County Engineer Mark LeBrun to discuss that possibility. “It’s a really good reminder for those of us who try to follow the speed limit,” said Council Member Brian Scholin. PHOTO PROVIDED
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aside to convert the information so it can be used by the Zuercher software. Ludwig, a former Pine County Deputy, said he was concerned about the preservation of data. There will still be access to some of
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“I noticed that,” Widenstrom said. “The weather got nice and they’re out and about.” He said he would pass those concerns on to the deputies patrolling Pine City. Pine City Administrator Ken Cammilleri noted that the city does have an ordinance on the books relating to nuisance noise issues, and said he would send that ordinance to Widenstrom and the deputies.
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ALL ABOUT THAT BASS Scholin told Widenstrom that he had heard complaints about drivers using enhanced stereo systems that create a booming bass effect. “I can’t keep pictures standing up on the front shelf of my room anymore,” Scholin said. “I can’t imagine how they can even control a car with that bass so loud.”
‘Hillside Avenue is a tough one. I catch myself. Because it’s 40 (mph) until you get to the MnDOT building, and then it drops to 30 (mph) right there. So you have to catch yourself the last couple of blocks.’
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the old reports and State data through St. Louis County, Nelson said. The cost of the contract for the new records management system software license and service agreement with Zuercher Technologies, LLC is $359,250. The board approved the contract 4-0.
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Therapy makes a difference in dealing with dementia BY TERESA CLARK FIRSTLIGHT HEALTH SYSTEM OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it can be an emotional time. Questions may come up such as: How impaired is their memory? Are they safe to live alone or do they need assistance? Is there anything you can do to help slow the process, or even possibly improve attention or memory? You may also wonder who to see in the health care field for assistance. Each person is unique and there is no one answer to these questions. However, helping your loved one to achieve their highest function in physical health and cognition is available. Physical exercise, nutritional changes and social support interventions may improve cognitive ability and quality of life. Occupational therapy is the only profession that helps people across the lifespan to do the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of daily activities (occupations). Occupational therapy practitioners enable people of all ages to live life to their fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent—or live better with—injury, illness, dementia or disability. Common occupational therapy interventions include helping provide supports for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes. Occupational therapy services typically include: • An individualized evaluation, during
which the client/family and occupational therapist determine the person’s goals based on ability. • Customized intervention to improve the person’s ability to perform daily activities and achieve set goals. • A mid and final evaluation to ensure that the goals are being met and/or make changes to the intervention plan. As an occupational therapist with a focus on dementia and/or cognitive impairments, I work with individuals using standardized cognitive assessments to obtain an accurate baseline of cognitive abilities. This information helps caregivers understand an individual’s abilities – both cognitively and physically. This information can be helpful in determining if someone with dementia is safe living alone or if they may require supervision, and if so, how much. It also can be helpful in facilitating communication with other family members (who may not be living near the person being tested) to discuss any concerns for safety with every day cares, managing medications, money, meals, household chores, and/or managing driving a vehicle. Occupational therapy practitioners utilize a holistic perspective, focusing on adapting the environment and/or tasks to fit the person and ensuring that that person is an integral part of the therapy team. This is an evidence-based practice deeply rooted in science. For more information about Occupational Therapy, please check out these web-
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Marcia Johnson, life-long resident of Pine City and Teresa Clark, MA, OTR/L FirstLight Health during an OT cognitive session.
sites: http://www.nbcot.org/about-occupational-therapy http://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy.aspx April is Occupational Therapy month and is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Most insurances cover occupational therapy type services with an order from your provider. I invite you to contact your provider if you have concerns about your cognitive function or that of a loved one.
This article was submitted by the ACT on Alzheimer’s Pine City Action Team as they seek to fulfill their goal of sharing resources and information as a dementia-friendly community. Anyone interested in more information or how to become involved with making Pine City a dementia-friendly community can contact Cathy Gilmore ACT on ALZ Pine City coordinator at 320-310-1313 or cathyjgilmore@yahoo.com.
Planting under trees can yield beautiful results BY KARI HOLMBERG U OF M EXTENSION PINE COUNTY MASTER GARDENER
Planting under a tree not only ensures your tree’s trunk won’t be damaged by a mower, it is a beautiful transition between natural areas and designed beds. Most of us have seen illustrations of tree root zones that mirror the shape and scale of the canopy of the tree. But they are outdated and misleading. Most of the tree’s feeder roots are in the top 6-12 inches, because that is where the soil is the least compacted, has higher oxygen levels, more organic matter and more biological activity. So first, do nothing that will damage the tree. This means planting with compost, and mulching with natural materials, at a depth that won’t suffocate the roots. And plant with a trowel, gently and patiently, not with a spade. Use
bulbs, or divided sections of perennials to avoid disturbing the tree’s roots. This style of planting takes more maintenance than a solid ground cover, so you will want to put it in a visually prominent spot where you can enjoy the fruit of your labor. It will look kind of spotty for a year or two until the plants start filling out. Do not neglect watering, particularly for the first two years. A former Martha Stewart writer, Margaret Roach, has a helpful video on her blog (awaytogarden.com). Although she is in zone 5 and calls the technique “mosaic,” you can look in her Archives for the March 20 feature on underplanting for beautiful photos and lots of tips on technique and plant choices. Roach emphasizes drifts and sweeps planted right up to the trunk, (instead of too many individual plant specimens that create a polka dot look). Repetition,
for a “cohesive look,” is a key element of design. She suggests dividing what you already have to get started, keep costs down, and move at a gradual pace. With any perennial planting, we want to spread out the flower blooming schedule. But flowers bloom and fade, so pay even more attention to the leaves. Include variations in texture, color, gloss, height, thickness, and seasonal interest. Contrast larger drifts with punctuation
by a few dynamic specimen plants. And don’t forget the grasses, sedges, ferns and hostas. Under deciduous trees, you can include early spring bloomers that get their sunlight before the canopy fills out, or remove the lowest tiers of branches to let in more sunlight. And trees with very prominent surface roots may not be your best choice.
Copper Street Brass Friday, April 21 • 7pm Pine City High Auditorium
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April 1 – 30 Our smoked St. Louis-style ribs are slow cooked for maximum flavor and tenderness. Enjoy them with golden French fries, a kickin’ jalapeño corn muffin, and creamy coleslaw. Available at Grand Casino Hinckley, starting at 11 a.m. daily.
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This activity made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.
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Attend an Easter Celebration at a local church!
Dale Evangelical Free Church
Free Continental Breakfast & Egg Hunt
45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris 763-689-5817 Easter Sunday Service 10:25am
Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist)
Faith Baptist Church & Academy 601 2nd Street, Hinckley 320-384-6312 fbchinckley@gmail.com Easter Sunday Brunch 9:00am Easter Sunday Service 10:00am No Evening Service
First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S, Pine City 320-629-3592 Fellowship 9:15am Easter Sunday Service 10:30am
Grace Baptist Church One mile SW of Pine City on Cty. Rd. 23 (next to I-35) • 320-629-1374 Easter Sunday School 10:00am Easter Sunday Service 11:00am & 6:00pm
Hands For Pine City Outreach Church 320-496-3009 Easter Sunday Service 9:30 am at the Pine City VFW
One mile north of Henriette on Hwy 107 320-679-4875 Easter Sunday Breakfast 9:00am Easter Sunday Worship to follow
Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist
535 8th St SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Holy Thursday 7:00pm Good Friday Noon Saturday Easter Vigil 7:00pm Easter Sunday 10:00am
Journey North Church 320-629-6111 840 Main St S, behind A&W Easter Sunday 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am Worship service child care provided
550 1st St. NE, Hinckley Living Hope Christian Center - Assembly of God 320-384-6167 320-629-6136 Easter Service - Saturday, April 15 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City 11:00am Good Friday 7:00pm We would enjoy having you as a guest Easter Service 10:00am at our service. Kids ministry and nursery Lunch will be served following service provided for Easter Service
Hope Lutheran Church
301 Oak St., Grasston 320-396-3925 Maundy Thursday 4:30pm with Holy Communion Good Friday 7pm @ Grace Lutheran, Mora Easter Festival Worship 11:00am with Holy Communion
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Maundy Thursday 6:30pm Good Friday 6:30pm Easter Sunday Breakfast 7:00am to 10:00am Easter Sunday Worship 6:30am, 8:00am & 9:30am
Pine City Evangelical Free Church
St. Stephen's Lutheran Church
Resurrection SundayNo regular services. Come celebrate starting with breakfast at 8am. Service to follow
South Pine Baptist Church
625 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 400 8th St SE, Braham 320-629-2584 320-396-3103 office@pcefc.com Maundy Thursday Easter Sunday Service 10:00am 7:00pm @ St. John's, Rush City Good Friday 7:00pm @ Pomroy Chapel St. Stephen's 2700 320th Ave, Brook Park Easter Worship 6:00am 320-679-3925 Easter Breakfast 7:00am Good Friday 6:30pm
St. John's Lutheran Church
980 4th St W, Rush City 320-358-3623 Maundy Thursday 7:00pm with communion Good Friday 7:00pm @ St. Stephen's, Braham Easter Breakfast 7:00am-8:15am Easter Worship 8:45am
St. Joseph's Catholic Church Sister Church to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 19390 Praha Ave, Beroun 320-629-2935 Good Friday 3:00pm Easter Sunday Service 8:00am
Sister church to St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St. SE 320-336-9292 Easter Breakfast 9:30am Easter Sunday Service 10:30am
Trinity Episcopal Church 305 1st St NE, across from high school, Hinckley 320-245-0582 Palm Sunday 10:00am Easter Sunday 10:00am
Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City 320-629-3683 Maundy Thursday 7:00pm Good Friday 7:00pm Easter Sunrise Worship 7:00am Easter Breakfast 8am to 9am Easter Worship with Communion 9:00am
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Where in the world is the Pioneer? Kanabec County Times Editor Kirsten Faurie checks out the Pine City news alongside a statue of newspaper publisher Nelson Poynter at the Poynter Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida. Readers can show their Pine City pride by submitting pictures of themselves in exotic locations throughout the world. Send all photos to editor@pinecitymn.com.
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SINGING THE PRAISES Meet the people who work hard to make a difference in our community.
Singing the Praises: Dynamic duo making a difference BY MARGARET MARTY NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM
Lyndon Hagestuen grew up and graduated high school in Starbuck, Minnesota; John Oare in Deephaven, and graduated from Minnetonka High School. John served in the military, then went to Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, after which he was hired by Superintendent Espeseth to teach elementary school in Pine City, beginning in 1969. He met his future wife Ardell at Mount Carmel Bible camp in Alexandria, where he was counselor for 9th graders, and she was camp nurse. Lyndon met his wife in Starbuck and both attended Moorhead State College. Espeseth came up to Moorhead, hired Lyndon to teach special-needs students, grades 7-12, beginning in 1970. He and Ann married and came to Pine City. So began the friendship of John and Lyndon 47 years ago when they first taught summer school together. Both remained here for their entire teaching careers. Lyndon also facilitated Work Link, a program of jobs for special-needs students during the school day. Their initial volunteer work began with the Jaycees, when they worked Honey Sunday, selling honey on the streets, a fundraiser for special-needs children in the 1970s. Both do DayBreak time four hours twice a month for pre-Alzheimer’s people, so the caregivers can have a break and the client can have a different environment. “Very rewarding,” was their comment. They have been substitute drivers for Meals on Wheels. Lyndon was chairperson of the board of directors of the local foodshelf for 10 years. They have stocked shelves there and now fill in picking up food from WalMart and Chris’ Foods for delivery there. Both have served on the council of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. But their main purpose is to be of assistance whatever the need might be. Each have established a business, “Hagestuen’s Home Services” and “Oare’s Home Services.” Their joint motto is, “We care. Let’s git ‘er dun!” “I can depend on John, and he can depend on me,” said Lyndon. “We also depend on many other men from our church and community who pitch in to help when there’s a need for more than just the two of us,” said John. Some of their projects have included moving a person from Pine City to Osakis, cleaning up trees that blew down in a lady’s yard during a storm, building a cabin, putting in a driveway, and just recently helping someone whose bedroom window blew out during the strong windstorms. No job is too big or too small. “We both grew up in a Christian environment,” said Lyndon, “and we rely on God to guide us. We have been blessed and we want to bless others.” “My dad and mother were caregivers,” said John. “Sometimes Mom would go and live with someone who was undergoing problems and needed help. Caring for others was instilled in us as youth.” “I too had wonderful, caring parents who taught me to be helpful to others,” said Lyndon. “I grew up on a farm where neighbors often came together to help one another.” John and Lyndon have a spirit of humility about their work, insisting on sharing the credit with the many others who assist when needed. “We don’t do it for the backslaps,” Lyndon said. “The Bible teaches humility. It’s just our responsibility.” “It’s what God calls us to do, and we do it to the best of our ability,” said John, “We thoroughly enjoy what we do, and we’re not doing it for personal glory, laud and honor.” “Get involved in volunteer work,” is their advice. “You just feel good when doing so.”
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Track team takes first outdoor meet BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
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Track and field athletes competed at the Cool Dragon Invite in Pine City on Tuesday, April 7 and showed that they are in midseason form already.
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Eli Grubbs passes off the relay baton during a win at the Cool Dragon Invite Tuesday, April 7 .
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Track and field athletes competed at the Cool Dragon Invite in Pine City on Tuesday, April 7 and showed that they are in midseason form already. Both the boys and girls teams cruised to victories and the team left with a positive vibe from its first outdoor meet of the season. “The weather was great and we were excited to start off the season with a home outdoor meet,” said head coach Jared Clementson. “I was very impressed with many of the kids on our team. Our veterans picked up where they left off and competed well and we also had a lot of good things happening from our up and coming athletes. We had a total of eight performances that made it onto our ‘Top Ten’ lists and onto the MSHSL Class A Honor Roll, which is very impressive. I look forward to all of our athletes improving throughout the season.” On the girls side, Pine City finished 66.5 points ahead of second place Crosby-Ironton. Elsie Lundquist was the Dragons’ top scorer with 31 points, followed by Alaina Steele with 23. Alexis Pankonin and Lydia Adams scored 19 points apiece, and Kelsey Erickson scored 13. Lundquist won three of her events including the 100m hurdles (16.91), high jump (5’ 2”), and was on the winning 4x100m relay (54.55) of Erickson, Natalie Cahill and Alexis Pankonin. She took third in the triple jump (32’ 6”). Steele won the 800m (2:29.59) by over 10 seconds and was on the winning 4x400m relay (4:33.83) team of Aaleaha Thieman, Alexis Thieman and Adams. Steele also took second in the 100m dash (14.06) as the coaches were testing out her speed. Pankonin placed second in the shot put (30’ 11’) and third in the discus (94’ 9”). Lydia Adams won the 1600m (5:59.59) for the second time this season, was on the winning 4x400m relay and was also on the second place 4x800m relay (10:48.53) team with Marin Foss, Grace Grubbs and Ashli Webster. Pine City’s girls 4x200m relay (2:00.78) consisting of Aaleaha Thieman, Alexis Thieman, Allyson Chromey and Kensi Tayerle took second. Ellaina Johnson placed third in the 200m dash (29.94) with Erickson right behind her in fourth with a time of 30.23. Erickson also placed fourth in the long jump (14’ 5.75”) just in front of Cahill’s fifth place leap of 14’ 5.5”. The boys team won with 117 points, 25.5 points ahead of second place McGregor. Pine City’s top scorer was Adam Seals with 29, followed by Brandon Haskovec with 26, Aaron Pulkrabek with 20 and Eli Grubbs with 18. Seals tied for the win in the high jump with Haskovec as they both cleared 6’ 0”. Seals then went on to place second in both the triple jump (38’ 7.75”) and long jump (20’ 1”) where he tied with Aaron Pulkrabek. Haskovec (12.18) and Pulkrabek (12.22) showed off their speed as they placed second and third respectively in the 100m dash. Haskovec also placed fourth in the long jump (19’ 4”) and Pulkrabek placed fifth in the triple jump (35’ 1.5”). Pulkrabek, Seals and Haskovec also won the 4x100m relay (47.02) in convincing fashion with help from teammate Nathan Kleppe. Eli Grubbs took second in the 1600m with a very nice early season time of 4:45.69. He also anchored the winning 4x800m relay (8:46.58) of Austin Eckert, Remington Steele, Tommy Ryan and Grubbs, and the winning 4x400m relay (3:46.89) of Riley Palmer, Eckert, R. Steele and Grubbs. All in all, it was a great way to get the season kicked into high gear.
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Tennis team dominates first time out BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Taking the courts for the first time this spring, the Pine City Dragons boys tennis team was highly successful. The Dragons have a lot of new faces up and down their lineup this season, but had outstanding results when they dominated the action at home on Thursday, April 6.
PINE CITY 7, CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI 0 Dominating from the outset, the Dragons dropped just one set all day long, and that came at third doubles. Most of Pine City’s matches saw the Dragons start out strong and not let up. “The boys played very good tennis for their first match of the year,” said head coach Rick Engelstad. “It was a great way to start the year.” At first singles, Venezuelan foreign exchange student Santi Ospino was fun to watch. He controlled the action and got an easy win (6-0, 6,1). Winning at second singles was Dusty Bergstrom (6-0, 6-4), at third singles was Parker Sell (6-1, 6-4) and at fourth singles was Tanner Wicktor (6-4, 6-2). Pine City also won at all three doubles pairings as Jared Kotek and Jonah Bergstrom were easy winners (6-0, 6-2), as were Zach Broz and Beau Steele (6-0, 6-3). Third doubles with Jake Lindblom and Alex Laven also earned a victory (6-3, 4-6, 6-1). “First singles player is a young man from Venezuela, Santiago Ospino,” said Engelstad. “Played a very smart match and was fun to see him play in a competition for the first time. Freshman Dustin Bergstrom played second singles and showed great composure and smarts. Set up his shots very well, he’s fluid on the court. Eighth grader Parker Sell possesses almost every shot in tennis, he loves to use them and is very smart when and how he does. Freshman Tanner Wicktor is a rookie to the Dragon lineup, but is a grinder and great thinker on the court. He did a great job of changing his game to attack the weaker part of his opponent’s game.” Engelstad was equally complimentary of his doubles pairings. “Juniors Jonah Bergstrom and Jared Kotek,” said Engelstad, “function so well together as a doubles team. They play smart shots setting each other up, and most importantly, they have a blast doing so. At second doubles, senior Zach Broz and junior Beau Steele played very well. I loved how aggressive they both were at the net. At third doubles, senior Jacob Lindblom and freshman Alex Laven both overcame a rough second set and did a great job of regrouping and playing their style of tennis.” Freshman Nate Webster
also played an exhibition for the Dragons and Engelstad said he will also see court time within the Dragons’ line-up at times this year. “For our first time out I was very pleased,” Engelstad added. “It gives you a different perspective when you are able to see them out on the court competing against other teams. It also brings out a slew of different emotions for these kids. Fun to see and I thought they did a great job of handling themselves on the court. A great first step.” The Dragons have a busy schedule early in the season and will be playing a lot of tennis in the coming weeks. A big home tournament will take place on Saturday, April 22.
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After a home opener loss on Saturday, the Dragons look forward to four more games over the course of the next two weeks.
Lunceford smashes two homers, Dragons lose opener BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Result: Lost 14-7 to Moose Lake/ Willow River Where/When: In Pine City on Saturday, April 8 What happened: The Dragons boys baseball team got their season underway, but came up short in this contest. Pine City got most of its scoring punch off of the bat of junior Jake Lunceford who went 2-5 from the plate with two
home runs and 3 RBIs. “Despite the score there were many positives to build on moving forward,” said first-year head coach Monte Petersen. “The team made some good plays in the field and will look to eliminate some mistakes moving forward.” What it means: Pine City starts the season with an 0-1 record but still has a lot of baseball left to play. Up next: Games against East Central, Isle, Braham and Aitkin over the next two weeks, weather permitting.
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Off to a rough start, but the young team has much potential to improve with experience.
Girls softball falls to 0-3 to start season BY JESSE LOGAN SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM
Result: Lost 15-0 vs Esko, 14-3 to ML/ WR, 13-7 to Crosby-Ironton Where/When: Games played April 4, 6 and 7 What happened: A young Dragons team took the field in Esko in the opener and looked nervous right out of the gate. The Eskomos pounded the ball on their way to a 10-0 lead after the first inning. Against the Rebels, Pine City hit the ball a little better but again fell behind early and they were unable to recover. Kaitlyn Ballou, Haven Spychalla and
Carla Wimmer each had a pair of hits. The offense was better against Crosby, but the defense was decidedly worse. The Dragons struggled with errors early in this one and again fell behind by a margin they couldn’t come back from. Katherine Rike and Jolie Wicktor joined Ballou as the three players with multiple hits in the contest. What it means: The Dragons will look to improve as they move forward with a young, inexperienced roster. Up next: Games against East Central, Isle, Braham and Aitkin will give Pine City more opportunities to gain experience.
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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER April 3 - 9 Theft, burglary, vandalism
Johnson Thor Karhu Johnson was born on March 16, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed nine pounds, nine ounces and was 21-1/2 inches long. His parents are Orrin and Shana Johnson of Pine City. Thor is welcomed home by siblings Levi, 12, Carder, 11, and Henry, 5. His grandparents are Roxanne (Terry) Ballis, Dan Sullivan, Greg and Kathy Kendall.
April 3, 12:18 p.m., report of theft, Cherry Rd., Pine City Twp. east. April 4, 11:09 a.m., report of shoplifter, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south. April 4, 9:54 p.m., report of fraud, 11th St., Pine City south. April 5, 10:40 a.m., report of driveoffs, 8th St., Pine City north. April 5, 4:48 p.m., report of theft, 560th St., Rock Creek west. April 5, 5:29 p.m., report of property damage, Main St., Pine City south. April 6, 8:04 a.m., report of vehicle prowl/entry, Country View Ln., Rock Creeek west. April 7, 9:56 p.m., report of open door, Johnson Ave., Pine City south. April 8, 10:34 a.m., report of theft, 5th St., Pine City south. April 9, 10:44 a.m., report of property damage, 13th St., Pine City south.
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Bollin Violet Jae Bollin was born on March 16, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed five pounds, 13 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Cheyenne Walker and James Bollin Jr. of Mora. Violet is welcomed home by siblings Rae-lynn, 2, and Maria Mae, 1. Her grandparents are Lynn Stone of Elsworth, Wisconsin, Daniel Kannisto of Beroun, Mary Bollin of Ogilvie and Adam Hufstedler of Ogilvie.
April 3, 5:21 p.m., report of unwanted person, Fairfax Cir., Rock Creek west. April 4, 2:47 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Par Cir., Pine City Twp. west. April 4, 3:27 p.m., report of fireworks, Rolling Meadows Cir., Rock Creek west. April 5, 12:38 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Pokegama Lake Rd./ Fairway Rd., Pine City Twp. west. April 5, 5:30 p.m., report of loud music, Mid River Rd., Pokegama Twp. east. April 6, 8:53 p.m., report of suspicious activity, St. Croix Rd., Pine City Twp. west. April 7, 5:07 p.m., report of neighbor trouble, Amber Ln., Pokegama Twp. west. April 8, 9:46 a.m., report of customer trouble, Northridge Dr., Pine City north. April 8, 4:20 p.m., report of disturbance, Amber Ln., Pokegama Twp. west. April 9, 9:10 a.m., report of animal disturbance, Bayside Loop, Pokegama Twp. west.
Fires and accidents April 3, 11:55 p.m., report of grass fire, Farming Rd., Royalton Twp. April 9, 4:36 a.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Henriette Rd./Sherwood St., Pokegama Twp. west. April 9, 7:55 p.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Mid River Rd./Estate Cir., Pokegama Twp. east.
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Stapher Jeremya Stapher was born on March 16, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 13 ounces and was 18-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Karlie Weberg and Jeremy Stapher of Mora. Jeremya is welcomed by grandparents Michael and Missy Weberg.
April 3, Latisha Marie Townley, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreeposs... April 3, Michelle Ann Tuquilar, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, pre-trial violation, theft- take/use/transfer movable...; drugs- 5th degree- possess sche...; stolen property- possother property- $501... Released April 6. April 3, Joshua John Larson, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, stolen property- poss- unknown property$25... other property- $501...; fleeing police officer in motor vehicle; drugspossess/sale hypo syringe/needle; traffic- driving after revocation; theft- take/use/transfer movable property. Released April 5.
April 3, Ryan Michael Hughes, hold for other agency, probation violation- GM. Released April 4. April 3, Margaret Leona Lundholm, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess sche... Released April 4. April 3, Ashley Lynn Norell, Pine County warrant, under sentence, traffic- insurance- no proof. Released April 4. April 3, Justin Robert Yetzer, book and release, summons, burglary- 3rd degree- enters bldg- intent ste... Released April 3. April 4, Marlo Jane Benjamin, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su... April 4, Nickolas Alan Habisch, warrant, Pine County writ, traffic- DUI2nd degree- alcohol conc over... 2nd degree- GM; driver’ licenses- driving restr... Released April 6. April 4, Essence Love Allen, hold for other agency, forgery- counterfeiting of currenc...; drugs- 5th degree- poss/ procure/control... Released April 5. April 4, Heather Sue Ogeay, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreepossess sche... Released April 5. April 5, Joshua Paul Bulu, warrant, under sentence, assault- terrorist threats reckless dis...; neglect childknowingly permit phys... April 5, Tanner Joseph Curley, warrant, remand-hold, drugs- poss/sale hypo syringe/needle. April 5, Timothy James Hughes, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, govt- false name or DOB- fictitious; remand-hold, govt- false name to police officer... April 5, Longcheng Lee, Pine County warrant, stolen property- receiveother property- $250... April 5, James Leonard Oswald Jr., hold for other agency, probation violation- Fe. April 5, Rick Carl Bina, awaiting trial/ court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss... Released April 7. April 5, John Howard Braastad, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss... Released April 7. April 5, Duke Lloyd Roseland, awaiting trial/court, remand-hold, trafficDUI- 3rd degree. Released April 7. April 5, Adriann Denis Engen-Johnson, warrant, Pine County warrant, driver’s licenses- use false name... driving without... traffic- speeding-exceed interstate... display driver’s license of another... remand-bail, govt-false name to police officer. Released April 6. April 5, Curtis Lee James Fairbanks, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/ control... Released April 6. April 5, Mia Nicole St John, warrant, Pine County writ, theft- theft of services- $250 or ... Released April 6. April 5, Erika Rae Cameron, book and release, summons, traffic- DUI of alcohol. Released April 5. April 5, Donald Leonard Staples Sr., hold for other agency, assault- 5th degree- fear/inflict/attempt... Released April 5. April 6, Daniel Joseph Kostuch, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, drugs- 5th degree- poss... govt- false name to police officer; hold for other agency, family offense- nonsupport of spouse. April 6, Corduroy Lee Wayne Lyman,
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warrant, remand-RPR, trespassing- business, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu... April 6, Christopher James Roberts, warrant, probation/parole violation, burglary- 2nd degree-res- no forceunknown... April 6, Jacob Richard Stauffer, awaiting trial/court, remand-hold, drugs- 5th degree- poss... April 6, Travis James Thielman, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, disturb- interfere with 911 call, assault- domestic assault-GM, criminal damage property- 1st degree- $1001 and great...; Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu... possess over 1.4 grams marijuana, traffic- insurance- no proof, driving after revocation. April 6, Gregory John Willie, under sentence, traffic- driver’s licensedriving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. April 6, Donald Gerard Heilman, warrant, Pine County writ, stolen property- poss- unknown property- $25... Released April 7. April 6, Tiffany Marie Jones, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss... Released April 7. April 7, Koda David Aanenson, Pine County warrant, disorderly conductoffensive/abusiv... assault- domestic assault- misd... April 7, Michelle Jamey Hovseth, under sentence, family offense- child endangerment... April 7, Miranda Louis Johnston, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- paraphernalia- possess... 5th degree- poss... April 7, Austin Michael Nelson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- domestic assault- misd. April 7, Emily Anne Redroad, hold for other agency, assault- 4th degreecorrectional employees... April 7, Timothy John Schultz, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu... April 7, Candice Jean Skinaway, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu...; govt- smugglecontraband into prison; traffic- no driver’s license in poss... no MN reg/ no plates. April 7, Ryan Adam Burbul, Pine County warrant, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety. Released April 7. April 8, Tyler James Kingsley, hold for other agency, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weapon... April 8, Karen Lynn Eaton, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, disturb- disorderly conduct, terroristic threats- reckless disr... Released April 9. April 8, James Robert Woller, book and release, hold for other agency, traffic- driving after revocation. Released April 8. April 9, Nicholas James Link, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, stolen property- poss- veh- unk amt; hold for other agency, violate no contact order- within...; assault- 5th degree- commits- attempts or thre...
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Kathleen R. Janssen K a t h l e e n “ “Kathy” Janssen o Pine City passed of a away Sunday, April 2 2017, at Golden 2, H Horizons at the age o 76. of Kathleen Rae M Mattison was born D Dec. 17, 1940, to A Arthur and Ethe (Davis) Mattiel s son in Forest City, I Iowa. She lived in Scarville, Iowa for several years before moving to a farm near Beroun in 1949. The family moved to Pine City in 1955, where she graduated from high school in 1958. After graduation, she worked at Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance in St. Paul, returning on the weekends to go dancing at the Pine Camp Ballroom with family and friends. This is where she met her future husband, Paul Janssen. They were married on July 28, 1962. From this union, four children were born: Karen, Tom, Vicki and Tim. After raising her children, Kathy returned to the workforce and was employed for many years at both Montgomery Wards and J.C. Penney’s catalog stores. She also worked at the First National Bank in Pine City, retiring in 2006. Kathy was known for her love of family and her kind, friendly nature. She was a zealous fan of the Minnesota Vikings and Twins, the Minnesota Gopher football and basketball teams. Her hobbies included dancing, playing cards and visiting with family and friends. She also loved to cook and was known for her chocolate chip cookies, chocolate cake, potato salad and rice pudding. Kathy is survived by her husband Paul Janssen; children: Karen (Jerome) Misik, Tom Janssen, Vicki Janssen, Tim (Amy) Janssen; grandchildren: Maya McDougall, Remy Janssen and Willa Janssen; brothers: Delmer (Delores) Mattison, Jon (Kathy) Mattison and Lyle (Crystal) Mattison; “sisters”-in-law and brothers-in-law: Mary Ann Wurm, Phyllis (Bruce)
Wilmer A. Lind
Falk, Nancy (Skip) Stevens, Sandy (Marlen) Holmberg and Sally (Vern) Valvoda, many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Ethel Mattison and stepfather Russell Pitkin. Pastor Fred Hanson officiated at memorial services for Kathy on Monday, April 10 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.
Wilmer Albin L Lind was born A Aug. 3, 1923, in R Rush City to Albin a and Ida Lind and w was gently placed i into God’s hands S Saturday, April 8, 2 2017, at Lakeside H Health and Rehab C Center in Pine C City at the age of 9 93. Wilmar’s career included hauling milk, hauling powder for Federal Cartridge, a Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant. He owned and operated several Taverns in Rush City and Rock Creek, managed the Rush City Eagles Club, was an attendant at the Harris Rest Area on interstate 35 and then he was a janitor at the Grothe-Jacobson VFW Post #6692 in Rush City up until the age of 87. Wilmer loved life, his family and many friends. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, telling stories, gardening and his favorite meal of lutefisk. Wilmer is survived by his children: Frank “Bunny” (Arlene) Lind of White Bear Lake, Brad (Mona) Lind, John (Kolette) Lind all of Pine City, Fran Perrault of Rush City, Steve Thorsen of North Branch, Tom (Mary) Thorsen of Forest Lake, Susan Thorsen of Crystal; his many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife Irene Lind; parents Albin Lind and Ida Carlson; step-father Frank Carlson; sisters Verna Johnson and Della Behrendt. Reverend Laurie O’Shea will officiate memorial services for Wilmer at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 14 at the Olson Funeral Chapel in Rush City with a gathering of family and friends one hour prior to the service. The interment will take place at the First Lutheran Cemetery in Rush City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Rush City, Olson Chapel. www.funeralandcremationservice.com.
Mary A. Lange Mary Ann Lange o of Mora passed a away Friday, April 7 2017, at Firstlight 7, H Hospital at the age o 69. of Mary Ann Goetzk was born to Donke a and Margurite ald G Goetzke March 31, 1 1948, in St. Paul. Mary is survived b by her husband L Leroy; children: L Lisa (Paul) Dunbar of Pine City, Donald Lange of Mora, Merlin (Becky) Lange of Sandstone, Darwin Lange of St. Peter; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; 14 siblings; many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Donald and Margurite Goetzke, granddaughter Adrian Lange, sisters Melva Stigen, Vicki Barb and brother Donald Goetzke Jr. Reverend Tony Cloose officiated at funeral services for Mary on Monday, April 4 at Swanson Funeral Chapel, with one hour of visitation prior to the service. The interment took place in Brook Park Cemetery, Brook Park. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel. www.funeralandcremationservice.com.
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WORSHIP GUIDE www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am
Church of Christ
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
Hands for Pine City Outreach Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St. SE 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
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
Henriette Community Church
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.
Grasston Baptist Church
Hustletown 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.
Non-denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln. Pastor Bruce Thompson 320-225-9231 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30pm, Sunday 9:15-9:45am
Journey North Church
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.
Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service; Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.
Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com
Living Hope Christian Center Pastor Jeremy Langmade Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.
Living Water Fellowship 915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.
402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030
Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities.
10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Fellowship following Worship
Open Arms Church of God
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry
320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Services: 8 & 9:30 a.m. Sunday School preK-6th grade at 9:30 a.m. Coffee and fellowship between services Wednesday Lenten Services begin March 1 at 4:30 & 6:30 p.m. Soup and sandwich suppers served Wednesdays from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Pine City Evangelical Free Church 625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Nursery (infant-3yrs) all morning Wednesdays: AWANA (Sept-Apr) 6 p.m.; Frontline (Youth Group), Jr & Sr High 6:00 p.m. Phone: 320-629-2584 Email: office@pcefc.com, www.pcefc.com
Pomroy Chapel
South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St SE Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m. Call for location www.southpinebaptist.com
Trinity Episcopal Church 305 First St. NE, Box 204 Hinckley, MN 55037 320-245-0537 All Sunday services at 10:00 a.m. No services on any 5th Sunday
Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m. Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683
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SUMMARY MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting - Tuesday, March 7, 2017, 10:00 a.m. 6333 H C Andersen Alle, Askov, Minnesota Chair Ludwig called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Josh Mohr, and Steve Chaffee. Also present was County Attorney Reese Frederickson and County Administrator David Minke. Commissioner John Mikrot, Jr. was absent (excused). The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Chair Ludwig called for public comment. There was no public comment. Chair Ludwig called for additions/corrections to the agenda. There were no additions/corrections to the agenda. Commissioner Hallan moved to adopt the Agenda. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0. Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the February 21, 2017 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 4-0. Commissioner Mohr moved to approve the Minutes of the February 28, 2017 Special Meeting - Committee of the Whole. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 4-0. Minutes of Boards, Committees and Correspondence Pine County HRA Senior Housing Board of Directors Minutes regular meeting January 25, 2017 Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report - February 2017 City of Askov Amendment of Wellhead Protection Plan, Part 1 correspondence - February 17, 2017 Commissioner Hallan moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 4-0.
NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. Date: March 20, 2017 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: November 1, 2007 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $248,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Mark A. Henkel and Rachael L. Henkel, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Northview Bank DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: November 5, 2007, as Document No. A468644, as modified by a Note and Mortgage Modification Agreement dated January 25, 2012, recorded on January 26, 2012, as Document No. A-498833, both in the office of the County Recorder of Pine County, Minnesota. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: None LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: A tract of land in Lot Seven (7) of Auditor’s Subdivision of Section Eighteen (18), Township Forty-three (43), Range Twenty (20), more particularly described as follows, to-wit: Commencing at the South Quarter corner of said Section 18, thence North on the Quarter line a distance of 33 feet to the point of beginning of the tract to be herein described, thence continuing on this same straight line a distance of 149 feet, thence East parallel to the South line of said Lot 7 a distance of 207.5 feet, thence South parallel to the West line of said Lot 7 a distance of 149 feet, thence West a distance of 207.5 feet to the point of beginning. Pine County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine County, Minnesota THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $176,916.72 THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/ or applicable statutes; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described real property will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 11, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. PLACE OF SALE: Pine County Sheriff’s Office, Pine County Courthouse, Room 100, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063 To pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagors, their personal representatives or assigns is two (2) months after the date of sale, except in the case where the real estate is subject to a federal tax lien and then the mortgagor and the United States are entitled to a 120-day redemption period pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 582.32, subd. 5(d). Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 582.32, Mortgagor and Mortgagee have entered into a Voluntary Foreclosure Agreement dated February 23, 2017, and recorded on February 27, 2017, as Document No. A-532021,
with the Pine County Recorder. Junior lienholders may redeem in the order and manner provided in Minnesota Statutes § 582.32, subdivision 9, beginning after the expiration of the mortgagors’ redemption period. NORTHVIEW BANK By Robert R. Kanuit Attorney Registration #0252530 Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A. 302 West Superior Street, Suite 700 Duluth, Minnesota 55802-1863 (218) 722-0861 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE FORECLOSURE DATA (1) Street Address, city and zip code of mortgaged premises: 6501 School Street North, Finlayson, MN 55735 (2) Transaction agent; residential mortgage servicer; and lender or broker: Northview Bank (3) Tax parcel identification numbers: 38.0026.000 (4) Transaction Agent’s mortgage ID number (MERS number): None (5) Name or mortgage originator: Northview Bank Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 23, 30, April 6 and 13, 2017 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: July 1, 2003 MORTGAGOR: Robert C Andermann, a single person. MORTGAGEE: National City Mortgage Co dba Commonwealth United Mortgage Company. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded July 23, 2003 Pine County Recorder, Document No. 423097. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: PNC Bank, National Association. Dated February 15, 2017 Recorded February 27, 2017, as Document No. A532058. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: National City Mortgage Co dba Commonwealth United Mortgage Company RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: PNC Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 49941 Log Cabin Road, Hinckley, MN 55037 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 09.0081.000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: East 1/2 of East 1/2 of SE 1/4 of SW 1/4 in Section 9, Township 41, Range 18 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $92,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $70,504.37 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale
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Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0. Approve Disbursements Journal Report February 1, 2017 - February 28, 2017. Approve the Finlayson Municipal Liquor Store Tobacco License. Approve the Agreement for Prosecution Service between the County of Pine, the Pine County Attorney's Office and the City of Pine City, term January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017, $11,000 annually. Approve Child and Teen staff member Stephanie Larson to attend The Evergreen Conference: Creating Real Impact. Approximate cost: $570. Approve Health and Human Services (HHS) Director Becky Foss and Fiscal Officer Michelle Kelash to attend the Association of MN Social Service Accountants Conference. Total cost: $710. Approve Health and Human Services (HHS) Director Becky Foss to attend the Safety Leadership Institute training. Approximate cost: $190. Approve WIC Registered Nurse Amber Koski to attend the WIC Annual Conference. Approximate cost: $334. Approve Public Health LPN Wendy Bloom to attend the Under One Roof Conference. Approximate cost: $179. Approve Human Resources Manager Connie Mikrot to attend the Minnesota Counties Human Resource Management Association (MCHRMA) Spring Conference. Total cost: $350. Approve Team Leader/Senior Agent Laura Stylski to attend the American Probation & Parole Association's 42nd Annual Training Institute, August 27-30, 2017, in New York City, New York. Total cost $1,676. Approve GIS/Environmental Technician Joe Sanders to attend the Service Provider Course to complete the requirements for the Intermediate Licensure level for SSTS inspections. Total cost: $791.
Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to appoint Dennis Korpi to the Pine County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Board of Directors, March 7, 2017 October 4, 2021, due to the death of HRA board member Carl Steffen. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Hallan proclaiming the week of March 19-25, 2017 as National Surveyor's Week in Pine County. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Hallan to adopt Resolution 2017-08 Supporting the Elimination of the East Central Solid Waste Commission Scale Fee. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0. Motion by Commissioner Mohr requesting the county to put together a capital improvement program including the building recommendations provided by the Facilities Committee, and schedule a public hearing on April 18, 2017 at 10:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as available, at the Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. With no further business, Chair Ludwig adjourned the meeting at 11:16 a.m. The next regular meeting of the Pine County Board of Commissioners is scheduled for March 21, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Matthew W. Ludwig, Chair Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator Clerk to County Board of Commissioners The full text of the board's Minutes are available at the County Administrator's Office and the county's website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator's office. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 13, 2017
contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 18, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 20, 2017 unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: March 14, 2017 PNC Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 4 - 17-001662 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 2017
THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: March 21, 2017 Nationstar Mortgage LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 21 - 17-002276 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 2017
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: October 20, 2006 MORTGAGOR: Cheryl L. Carter, a single person. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded November 6, 2006 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A459728. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Dated February 10, 2010 Recorded February 23, 2010, as Document No. A485902 and by Document Dated November 19, 2015 Recorded December 9, 2015 by Document No. A-524197.
TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1002823-0100001782-1 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: General Mortgage Finance Corp RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Nationstar Mortgage LLC MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 285 Pokegama Avenue West, Henriette, MN 55036 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 390003001 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4 of NW 1/4) of Section Seventeen (17), Township Thirty-nine (39), Range Twenty-two (22), described as follows: Commencing at a point 494 feet East and 33 feet North of the Southwest corner of the NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 17, Township 39, Range 22, thence running north and parallel with the West line of the above described forty a distance of 208 feet; thence West and parallel with the South line of the above described forty a distance of 45 feet; thence South and parallel with the West line of the above described forty a distance of 208 feet; thence East and parallel with the South line of the above described forty a distance of 45 feet to the point of commencement and thereto terminate. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $54,400.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $49,068.34 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 25, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 27, 2017 unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 7, 2012 MORTGAGOR: Stacy L. Foss, single. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 10, 2012 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A-503011. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. Dated August 13, 2013 Recorded August 16, 2013, as Document No. A509811. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100354020100012259 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Stearns Bank National Association RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 46970 Tenquist Lane, Hinckley, MN 55037 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 150005001 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: That part of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 41, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Fractional Northwest Quarter of section 1; thence West along the North line of said Northwest Quarter, a distance at 330 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; then South, parallel with the East line of said Northwest Quarter, a distance of 660 feet thence West, parallel with said North line to the intersection with a line run parallel with and distant, 33 feet easterly of Line “A” described below (as measured at right angles to said Line “A”); thence Northeasterly, along said parallel line, 880 feet, more or less, to the North line of said Northwest Quarter, thence East, along said North line, 636 feet, more or less, to the point
of beginning. Together with a road easement over and across that part of the North 660 feet of said Northwest Quarter which lies within a distance a of 33 feet on each side of Line “A” descried below. Description of Line “A”: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Fractional Northwest Quarter of Section 1, Township 41, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota; thence West, along the North line of said Northwest Quarter, a distance of 1000 feet to the point of beginning of Line “A”, thence Southwesterly, deflecting to the left 76 degrees, a distance of 700 feet and Line “A” there terminating. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $76,530.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $71,894.96 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 8, 2017 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on December 8, 2017, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None Dated: April 4, 2017 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 30 - 17 - 002501 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 and 18, 2017
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PUBLIC NOTICES FROM PAGE 17 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS hereby given that default has occurred in the conditions of that certain mortgage dated_ July 24, 2007, given to secure an original principal amount of $154,000.00 executed by Jennifer Haavisto, a single person, as mortgagor(s), to the United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service, formerly known as Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, Mortgagee, and duly recorded with the Office of the County Recorder of PINE County, Minnesota on August 15, 2007, as Document Number A 466744. Notice is also given, that the undersigned Government agency intends to and is foreclosing by advertisement under a power of sale contained therein, a certain warranty deed conveyed and warranted to Jennifer Haavisto, Grantee, dated June 2, 2008, recorded June 6, 2008, with the PINE County Recorder as document number A 473034 No action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof: all pre-foreclosure notice requirements have been complied with. There is due and claimed to be due on the mortgage and the note secured thereby, including interest, taxes, and fees to the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy and 12/100 $(197,970.12). Pursuant to the power of sale therein contained, said mortgage will be foreclosed and the tract of land lying and being located in the County of PINE, Minnesota, described as follows: Legal description: That part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of said Section 33, thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 44 seconds West, assumed bearing, along the south line of said Section 33, a distance of 527.97 feet; thence North 00 degrees 19 minutes 31 seconds West a distance of 1006.11 feet to the point of beginning of the land to be described; thence South 87 degrees 17 minutes 37 seconds West a distance of 7.56 feet; thence
North 02 degrees 51 minutes 21 seconds West a distance of 75.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 29 seconds East a distance of 159.62 feet, more or less, to the westerly right of way of Seventh Street; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds West, along said westerly right of way, a distance of 75.01, feet, more or less, to a line that bears South 89 degrees 55 minutes 23 seconds East from the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 55 minutes 23 seconds a distance Of 148.24 feet to the point of beginning and there terminating. That part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 33, Township 39, Range 21, Pine County Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of said Southwest Quarter; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes 44 seconds West, assumed bearing, along the south line of said Southwest Quarter, a distance of 527.97 feet; thence North 00 degrees 19 minutes 31 seconds West, a distance of 1006.11 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence South 87 degrees 17 minutes 37 seconds West, a distance of 7.56 feet; thence North 02 degrees 51 minutes 21 seconds West, a distance of 75.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 29 seconds East, a distance of 159.62 feet, more or less, to the westerly right of way of Seventh Street; thence South 00 degrees 04 minutes 05 seconds West, along said westerly right of way, a distance of 75.01 feet, more or less, to a line that bears South 89 degrees 55 minutes 23 seconds East from said point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 55 minutes 23 seconds West, a distance of 148.24 feet to the point of beginning and there terminating. Said parcel being a part of Lot 20, Auditor’s Subdivision of Section 33, Township 39, Range 21. Property address: 825 7th Street SW, Pine City, MN 550632036 Parcel ID: 42.0285.000 will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County at public auction on the 22nd day of June, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. o’clock in the County Sheriff’s Office in Pine City MN, to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage, taxes, if any on said premises, and the costs and disbursements allowed by law, subject to redemption within Six (6) months from said date of sale. At the time of the commencement of said mortgage foreclosure
proceedings said lands were not agricultural lands as defined by the Minnesota Omnibus Farm Act, Laws of 1986, Chapter 398. The date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated or the property redeemed, the time is 11:59 p.m. on (December 22, 2017). Dated: March 22, 2017 By: Thomas B. Herron Director, Default Management Branch Acting on behalf of The Rural Housing Service (Successor in interest to the Farmers Home Administration) U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 2017
sified by the County Assessor. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your Assessor’s Office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your Assessor, you may appear before the local Board of Appeal and Equalization. The Board will review your assessments and may make corrections if needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local Board before appealing to the County Board of Appeal and Equalization. Given under my hand this 3rd day of April 2017. Susan L. Alderink, Administrative Clerk, Pokegama Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 6 and 13, 2017
Assessment Notice Brook Park Township This may affect your 2018 property taxes. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the Township of Brook Park in Pine County, Minnesota will meet at the Brook Park Town Hall at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, the 25th day of April, 2017. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact the assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assessments and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. Given under my hand this 10th day of April 2017. Kelly Johnson, Clerk Brook Park Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 13, 2017
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PINE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Hall Council Chambers 315 Main Street South NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will hold public hearings on Tuesday, the 25th Day of April, at approximately 6:30 p.m., to consider the following requests: 1. To hear a request by St. Mary’s School for a Conditional Use Permit to expand a commercial day care for property located at 815 6th Ave. SW. The parcel ID for the property is 42.5484.000. 2. To hear a request by the City of Pine City for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a ramp for a walkway to a shoreline fishing pier involving grading fills and excavations for the land area extending from edge of the street pavement along the right-of-way of 5th Ave. SE and down to Cross Lake. The project area is located between parcels 42.05326.000 and 42.5328.000. All interested persons are encouraged to attend and be heard on these matters. The details of the applications are on file and available for viewing at the Administrative Offices in City Hall located at 315 Main St. S. Andrew Mack, AICP Community Development Director/City Planner Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 13, 2017
NOTICE The Board of Appeal and Equalization of Pokegama Township will meet on April 18th, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. at the Pokegama Town Hall located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, Minnesota. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and clas-
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Waste Water Pond Piping Repair City of Pine City, Minnesota SEH No. PINE0 113189 Notice is hereby given that sealed
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Bids will be received by the City of Pine City until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 9, 2017, at the Pine City, City Hall located at 315 Main St. S., Suite 100, Pine City, MN 55063, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of Waste Water Pond Piping Repair. Major quantities for the Work include: Est. Qty Unit Item 1 Each 72-inch RCP Special Structure 35 FT 12-inch PVC C900 1 Each Connect to Existing RCP 1 LS Install 4-foot Dike, Dewatering and Remove Dike Bids shall be on the form provided for that purpose and according to the Bidding Requirements prepared by Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®) dated April 6, 2107. 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 5034067 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 $60. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bids shall be directed to the City Administrator, securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR WASTE WATER POND PIPING REPAIR.” The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the City. Ken Cammilleri
City Administrator City of Pine City, Minnesota Published in the Pine City Pioneer on April 13 and 20, 2017 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Kraus-Anderson Construction will be soliciting prime bids for the Mora Campus Additions & Renovations Project on behalf of FirstLight Health System as CMa. The project is approximately 115,000 SF of additions and renovations to the existing hospital in Mora, MN, consisting of (2) 2-story additions, and includes associated sitework, parking lot and helipad reconfiguration, new canopy and feature stair additions, and extensive renovation to the existing interior of the hospital. Separate sealed Bids will be taken on May 4, 2017 at 2:00 PM (CST) onsite at the Kraus-Anderson Job Office (Located at the intersection of Forest Ave East & Clark St., Mora, MN)”. All bid requirements and insurance will need to be followed per the Instruction to Bidders. All contracts will be assigned to FirstLight Health System. To be included on the bidders list and obtain access to the plans and specifications on iSqFt, please contact debbie.johnson@ krausanderson.com. Kraus-Anderson Construction Company 3433 Broadway Street NE Minneapolis, MN 55413 612-332-7281 Contact for plans and bidder info: Debbie Johnson debbie.johnson@ krausanderson.com Senior Project Manager: Matt Johnson matt.johnson@krausanderson.com Project Manager: Jessica Masterson jessica.masterson@ krausanderson.com Assistant Project Manager: Mike Stark mike.stark@krausanderson. com Bid documents will be available by April 6, 2017 through KrausAnderson, ISQFT (including AGC of MN Planroom), Builders Exchange of St. Cloud, Mid-Minnesota Builders Exchange, Duluth Builders Exchange, and Minneapolis Builders Exchange. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 30, April 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2017
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Vernon W. Downing
Vernon William D Downing, of Brah ham, passed away o Tuesday, April 4, on 2 2017, at GracePointe C Crossing Gables E East in Cambridge. H was 76 years old. He Vernon was born o May 9, 1940, in on P Pine City to pare ents Russell and E Edna (Lindstrom) D Downing. He grew up on the family farm in rural Braham and attended school in Grasston and then Braham. After graduating Braham High School in 1958, Vernon began dairy farming with his parents. In 1956, Vernon had met Diane Wendt at the roller rink in Rush City. All the girls wanted rides on Vern’s Cushman scooter, but he only had eyes for Diane. They were married on Dec. 31, 1960, at the Methodist church in Pine City. In 1965, Vernon left farming due to complications with his health, moving the family to Foley where he attended business school. Vernon worked a sales route, first for Ambassador Meats while living in Little Falls, and later for Frito Lay in Cambridge. He also worked at Onan Manufacturing for a short while. But Vernon was drawn back to the farm in 1970 and continued milking dairy cows until 1978. He continued to crop farm and raise pigs. In 1994, Vernon began his ten year “hobby” of raising pumpkins, which he sold on the roadside in Roseville. Pumpkins need pollinators, so he also kept bees and sold their honey. After Vernon was retired from farming, he still enjoyed checking in on his sons’ and neighbors’ farms. Vernon enjoyed antique and John Deere tractors and was especially proud of his fully restored horse drawn wagon. Vernon was a faithful man who loved
God and was a long time member of the St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Braham. He served as an elder and would occasionally preach if the need arose. Vernon was so proud to be a Gideon, and so thankful for all the area churches who welcomed the Gideons to make presentations for funds to send Bibles in this country and around the world. Most of all, Vernon loved his family. He was so proud of his grandchildren and all they had and would accomplish. He will be dearly missed by his numerous neighbors, friends and family. Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, brotherin-law Clifford Wendt, and godson Matthew Thomas. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Diane; children, Robert (Lynette) of Pine City, David (Tammy) of St. Paul, Dan (Andrea) of Braham and Michele (Bob) Berg of Coon Rapids; grandchildren, Colin, Katie, Anna, Bryan, Alec, Emma, Natalie and Jenna; brother Harlan (Molly) of St. Anthony; sister Marianne (Mari Copeland) of Las Vegas; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Vernon’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the kind and caring people at GracePointe Crossing and St. Croix Hospice A funeral service was held on Monday, April 10, 2017, at the St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Braham with Rev. Tim Renstrom officiating and John Miels as Lector. Interment was in the St John’s Lutheran Cemetery near Rush City. Memorials are preferred to Heifer International; https://fundraise.heifer.org/ PumpkinMan. Arrangements are by the Rock Ingebrand Funeral Home of Braham. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com.
Wimmer 85th birthday open house Come help Ray (Charlie) Wimmer celebrate his 85th birthday on Sunday, April 23 from 1:30 - 4 p.m. at the VFW club in Pine City. No gifts please.
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Do you like tinkering and are mechanically inclined? Cambridge - 1st shift part time starter position as a Press Helper. Most Fridays off. No evenings or weekends. Apply in person or send resume to: North Star Media 930 S. Cleveland St. NW Cambridge, MN 55008 or via email at: printing@northstarmedia.net
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154 EMPLOYMENT Wanted Pt/Semi retired Trade Professional, Finish Carpenters, Cabinet Makers, Electricians, Plumbers, Ground Maintenance, flexible hours, good driving record, owned vehicles, Experienced Personnel Only. Resume/Questions to: Promark Companies; 1005 Main St. N. Pine City MN 55063 or promarkcesi61@gmail.com. 763-286-2810
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404 GARAGE SALES HUGE Moving Sale: Housewares-Dressers appliances/furniture, kirby vac/attachments, dehumidifer. Tools/Yard/Lawn and much more. EVERYTHING MUST GO! 4/27-Thursday Noon-5pm, 4/28-4/29 Friday-Saturday 8am4pm. 16252 Par Circle SW Pine City.
406 SALES Buy & Sell Old Records Vinyl, LPs 45s,Cassettes,stereos CDs Go Johnny Go 4775 Banning Av White Bear Lake M-F 1-8 Sat 10-4 612-735-1643
452 RENTALS RESIDENTIAL Cozy Lake Cottage 900 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 1 ¾ bath, 2.5 car garage. All maintenance included $1,200 month/plus all utilities. Available May 1st 763-286-2810 Lower Duplex-Pine City $1,100 including utilities. Call 651-442-0905 Pine City's Woodhaven Apartments Deluxe 2BR with deck and dishwasher, laundry on-site, backyard view, No dogs. $780/month plus electric. More openings soon. 651-983-5771
503 LOTS & ACREAGE Wanting to rent in Pine City/Rock Creek area. 5-20 acres, farm ground must be well drained. Long term 12 years. Please call Bork Evergreens 320-384-7406 or 612-390-1873
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Dozens of youngsters and their parents took part in the Hands for Pine City Outreach Church community Easter celebration in Robinson Park on April 8, an hour of arts, games, crafts and prizes capped off by the annual Easter Egg Hunt.
With a little help and instruction from more experienced egg-seekers, newcomers quickly got the hang of this whole egg-hunt business.
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Pastor Brad Samuelson delivered a message about the true meaning of the Easter Season to an enthusiastic crowd.
PRENATAL EDUCATION Prenatal Education Class available six times a year in Mora and Pine City. Classes start on the ďŹ rst Tuesday of the month and meet weekly for 4 weeks from 5-7 p.m. Mora classes are held in meeting Rooms 1&2, Pine City classes are held in the Pine City clinic.
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