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Lange back in jail after chase, fight Guilty of murdering Pine County deputy in 1991

BY BILL STICKELS III EDITOR@COUNTYSTAR.COM

A Minnesota man who has had a long history of altercations with police officers, including being convicted of murdering a Pine County officer, was once again arrested by the Isanti County Sheriff’s Office after a high speed chase and subsequent fight with officers on Wednesday, Aug. 17.

According to the police report, 50-year-old Scott Arlen Lange initially led police on a high speed chase that reached over 100 miles per hour along multiple county roads and Highway 95 after being identified as having outstanding felony warrants.

The chase continued for just under 10 miles before Lange returned to a known residence of his on Lily Street SEE LANGE, PAGE 10

Hobson overcomes obstacles, writes novel

BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

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Tennis squad serves up start to season Junior Alison Brown helped get the Dragon Varsity Girls Tennis Team off to a strong start on Aug. 19. More on Page 8.

Former Pine City Schools Superintendent Joseph Hobson has graduated from youth fiction to a full-length novel with his new work, “The COODLE Society.”

“The COODLE Society” follows Brian, a young man who joins – and eventually helps lead – an organization led by his grandfather dedicated to a variety of causes.

In the novel, Hobson explains that COODLE is an acronym for the phrase, “Children, our only defense.

Life or extinction.”

“The COODLE Society is a group of people who come together to work on child abuse and environmental abuse, and ... to end those things,” Hobson said. “The big thing they plan to do is get groups of people to take on every situation of child abuse that isn’t resolved.”

Through the book, Brian wrestles with how dedicated he wants to be to the group. Despite any reservations he might have, over a period of years he comes to accept more and more responsibility.

“I started it many years ago right after I got out of the school system,” Hobson said. “Different things hav-

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Hobson’s new novel addresses issues that have long concerned him.

ing to do with education and the environment spurred me to write it.

And child abuse. That’s rampant in our country. I believe our community has the same problems the nation has, and we’d better do something.”

SEE HOBSON, PAGE 10

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Fall an ideal time to improve turf grass

BY JON HJELM PINE COUNTY MASTER GARDENER

Fall is a good time to work on improving turf grass.

Many University Extension turf specialists in our region of the country consider this the best season to seed, aerate, fertilize and control weeds. Why is this so?

Here are fall lawn care practices that you can do now and reasons why this is the ideal time to do them.

They include: 1.) Seed lawn grass now. Reasons: many Kentucky Bluegrass varieties, several types of Fescue and Perennial Ryegrass are all cool-season grasses. In general seeds germinate faster in warm soil and grasses do as well. Beyond that, cool season grasses thrive when the temperature is cool and struggle when it is hot. Seed planted from mid-August to mid-September germinates quickly and the young seedlings have a full two months of good growing conditions (including cooler nights and frequent showers) before hard frost prompts them to go dormant for winter.

Established grass plants produce a seed head in late June that completes the plants life cycle and they go partially dormant during the hot conditions that mid-summer brings. Most roots dieback in mid-summer and new ones start to develop from the plants crown which is a compressed stem at the soil surface.

Stems, new leaf blades and roots all grow out of the crown.

2.) Aerate - Aerating with a plug-type aerator in August and September adds oxygen to the root zone to help new developing roots to grow. It also helps prevent some of the fungal diseases that attack turf grass.

3.) Fertilization - An application of nitrogen and potash fertilizer in early fall around September 1st supplies the nutrients that the plants need at the right time for vigorous growth. Nitrogen is the building material that new stems and leaf blades are made of and potash enhances a plants over-all health, disease resistance and winter hardiness.

4.) Weed control - Fall ushers in shorter days that trigger seeds for many broadleaf weeds to stop germinating so fall grass has less competition. However, weeds that have already germinated keep growing actively. Some of the more common biennial and perennial weeds like dandelion, thistle, plantain and chickweed develop a leafy “rosette” in late summer and fall to manufacture reserves and store them in the root to produce a flower and seed head next spring. This active period of growth in the fall makes it an excellent time to apply a broadleaf herbicide that will interrupt that life cycle before a new crop of seed forms.

For more information on lawn care practices online go to www.extension.umn.edu and click onto garden and then lawns and turf.

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In one driver’s opinion...

After MnDOT reworked the exit ramp south from County Road 11 onto the under-construction Interstate 35 – including an abrupt shift into the single southbound lane of traffic – some traveler taped a description of the road conditions onto one of the signs leading drivers forward in order to inform them of what lay ahead.

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Pine City family cook up winning BBQ

‘Music Man’ spins through Pine City

Pine City’s Kuhn Family (aka-Hot Daddy’s BBQ) tried their luck on July 15 and 16 up at the Deer River at the Brewfest & BBQ contest, taking first place in the wing contest, second place in ribs and second place in brisket.

Laughing, cheering audiences greeted the Heritage Playerers production of “The Music Man” last weekend.

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‘Puzzle Mania’ at PCftA

Rural School Museum

Stoffel Family Museum

Pine Dragons PTO will be hosting a school supply giveaway on Thursday, Aug. 25, 6 - 7 p.m. at Journey North Church, Pine City. Anyone in need is welcome. The drop off site to make a donation is at the Pine City Walmart. Email pinedragonspto@gmail.com or visit www. pinedragonspto.weebly.com for more information.

Teams of 2-4 are invited to compete in “Puzzle Mania” on Saturday, Aug. 27 at Pine Center for the Arts, downtown Pine City. Beginning at 10 a.m., each team will race to be the first to assemble identical 500-piece puzzles while raising funds to support classes, galleries, lessons and programs offered

by PCftA. Coffee, treats and puzzles will be provided. Call 320-629-4924 or email info@ pinecenter.org for entry fee and registration information.

The Pine City Rural School Museum is open to the public Sunday, Aug. 28 from noon to 3 p.m. The school is located one block north of Hwy. 324 on 7th St. S. in Pine City. Donations are accepted. Contact Erna P. at 320-629-2810 with any questions.

The Stoffel Family Memorabilia Museum will welcome visitors from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 4. The museum is located on Emerald Road, one mile south of WCMP and the North West Company Fur Post.

For questions call 320-629-3219.

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Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature the Northern Lights Bluegrass Band at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 25 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora.

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

Bingo and banana splits with We R Able We R Able celebrates National Banana Split Day by offering bingo and that all-time favorite summer ice cream treat at the SCRED building at 425 S. Dana Ave., in downtown Rush City, 6-7:30 p.m., on Thursday, Aug. 25. To make a donation of “white elephant” (re-gifted) items for bingo prizes, or to preregister, call 320-358-1211.

Ruby’s Pantry The Ruby’s Pantry food distribution is the fourth Thursday of each month at the Armory in Pine City. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. and food distribution will take place Thursday, Aug. 25, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call 651-674-0009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org.

AUG. 25 - 28 Burnett County Fair The 139th annual Burnett County Fair is Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 25 - 28, in Grantsburg, Wisconsin. Parade is Saturday at 3:30 p.m., a tugo-war will take place Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the grandstand and the demolition derby is Saturday at 7 p.m., followed on Sunday by a tractor and truck pull at 3 p.m. Visit www.grantsburgfair.com for more information.

St. Croix State Park St. Croix State Park welcomes the public to participate in a wide range of programs beginning Thursday, Aug. 25 with a “Wildlife Ambassador Meet & Greet” at 1 p.m. On Friday, Aug. 26 programs include archery at 1 p.m., and a bird program at 5 p.m. Saturday’s programs include a 5-mile guided canoe or kayak trip on the St. Croix River at 2 p.m. and a “Retro Reel” nature film at 5 p.m. Sunday at 11 a.m. learn about butterflies, make a butterfly craft and go on a bug hunt. Visit www.mndnr. gov/stcroix for complete times and presentations, or call 320384-6615.

The Vines Bluegrass Festival On Saturday, Aug. 27, noon to 8 p.m., North Folk Winery in Harris will host The Vines Bluegrass Festival. Offering performances all day by talented musicians from five bands, headliner band, The High 48s, will perform at 6 p.m. For tickets or information call 651-6747548 or visit www.northfolkwinery.com.

Tips Promenad in Rush City We R Able invites area residents to the Frandsen County Park, five miles west of Rush City, on Saturday, Aug. 27 at 2:30 p.m. to participate in Tips Promenad, a type of scavenger hunt that originated in Sweden.

Preregistration is required. For more information and to register, call 320-358-1211.

AUG. 27 & 28 Children’s Weekend at the North West Co. Fur Post Experience the 19th century while learning the skills of a voyageur at the North West Company Fur Post, Pine City, during “Children’s Weekend” on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 28 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate the last days of summer with toys, games and tests of skill. Costumed interpreters and hands-on activities will teach children about the values of trade goods and pelts, the canoe routes used by traders and the roles of the different groups who came together in the fur trade. For cost or information call 320-629-6356 or email: nwcfurpost@mnhs.org.

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We R Able invites area residents to enjoy an evening at the historic Grant House in Rush City on Monday, Aug. 29. Beginning at 4:30 p.m., teacher Connor Lestrud will be on hand to lead the game of KUBB, a lawn game that originated with the Vikings. After, stay for dinner and a Mystery Monday performance by Wink the Other Eye, a bluegrass, folk and old time favorites band, at 5:11 p.m. For more information and to register, call 320-358-1211.

On Thursday, Sept. 8, the Magnificent Red Hatters will meet at noon at Boondoggle Winery, 31575 St. Croix Road, Pine City, for wine tasting with cheese and crackers and a box lunch provided by Cabin Coffees. Coffee and tea will be provided by the winery. Call Marlys Kufner at 320629-6617, or email mkufner@ midco.net by Saturday, Sept. 3, to sign up. There will also be a tour of the wine making area.

AUG. 30 Pine City Memory Cafe Individuals with memory loss and their caregivers and families are invited to come and enjoy fellowship and support with peers in a historic setting at the North West Company Fur Post, 12551 Voyageur Ln., Pine City, on Tuesday, Aug. 30 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.

SEPT. 3 Kids crafts and wild rice demos Kids ages 8 and up are invited to Mille Lacs Indian Museum on Saturday, Sept. 3 between 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to learn how to weave a God’s Eye decorative design used on ceremonial shields of American Indian tribes of the southwestern U.S. In addition, there will be free, 20-minute demonstrations on how to parch, thresh and winnow wild rice into the finished product every hour between noon and 3 p.m. For more information, call 320-532-3632 or email millelacs@mnhs.org.

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Ojibwe moccasin workshop at Mille Lacs

PRCA Championship Rodeo

Learn the art of leather working by making a pair of Ojibwe-style moccasins at this two-day workshop on Saturday, noon to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Aug. 27 and 28, at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post. Refreshments and a light lunch are provided on both days and discount hotel rooms are available on Saturday at Grand Casino Mille Lacs for participants. Call 320532-3632 or visit www.mnhs. org/millelacs to register or for more information.

The 10th annual Pine City PRCA Championship Rodeo will take place at Heidelberger Farm Equipment at 3923 State Hwy. 70 three miles west of I-35 on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 3 and 4 beginning at 6 p.m. both days. There will be mutton bust’n, a calf scramble, wild cow milking, cowboy poker, a mechnical bull and much more. Live music with the Chad Edwards Band will follow the rodeo. For advance sale tickets or information, call 320-629-1122 or visit www.PineCityRodeo.com.

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SEPT. 9 PCftA Gallery exhibit Pine Center for the Arts’ next gallery exhibit, set to open on Friday, Sept. 9, will be “Mythology,” a fine arts exhibit featuring the drawings of Erica Belkholm. A gallery opening reception with refreshments will take place from 4-7 p.m. Learn more about this local artist on her website at www.torpid-porpoise.com. For other information contact PCftA by email at info@pinecenter.org or leave a message at 320-629-4924.

SEPT. 10 North Country Hillbillys car & truck show The 11th annual North Country Hillbillys Car & Truck Show will take place Saturday, Sept.

10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Braham Covenant Church on County Hwy. 4 and State Hwy. 107 in Braham. Custom dash plaques will be given to the first 75 entrants. There will be a “Valve Cover Race” at 1 p.m., “Slow Ride Race” at 2 p.m., and a muffler rap contest at 3 p.m. There is no entry fee but non-perishable food items for the local food shelf are encouraged. For information call Les Orvis at 320-4924579 or Mike Mason at 612-2214295, or visit www.theNCH.com.

SEPT. 10 & 11 Andersons Rock Creek Relics threshing and sawing show The annual Andersons Rock Creek Relics threshing and sawing show will take place Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 10 and 11 at 54433 Forest Blvd. in Rock Creek. There will be tractor and auto parades, farming demonstrations, kids’ pedal pull, a corn maze, food, live music by Sonny Winberg and more.

Doors open at 7:30 a.m. For more information visit www. andersonsrockcreekrelics.com.

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THURSDAY 8/25 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m.

Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine County LGBT: 7 p.m.

Hinckley City Hall Comm. Room SUNDAY 8/28 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 8/29 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m.

AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church WEDNESDAY 8/31 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Pine City Council: 6:30 p.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center THURSDAY 9/1 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

WINDOW-Domestic abuse support group: 6 p.m., Journey North Church, Pine City NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m.

Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine City Music Boosters: Pine City Pizza Pub, 6:30 p.m.

SENIOR DINING Aug. 28 - Sept. 1 Monday: Country fried steak, whipped potatoes with gravy, green beans, wheat bread, sliced pears Tuesday: State Fair Day - Pork chop on a stick, blue ribbon roast potatoes, carnival corn on the cob, prize winning cabbage slaw Wednesday: Meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, carrots, wheat bread, old fashioned trifle Thursday: BBQ chicken, potato salad, wax beans, dinner roll, molasses cookie Friday: Lemon pepper fish, baked potato with sour cream, French style green beans, wheat bread, mixed fruit Cost is $4.00 for people over 60 and $7.50 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Some feel entitled to use food shelf To the Editor: A few months ago Don Osgood wrote a letter to the editor stating concerns about usage abuse at the food shelf. For the most part, he was right.

Many people who use food shelf services think it’s their right. We do live in an entitlement society. Many people feel entitled to lots of stuff without ever working for that stuff.

What makes the problem worse is bureaucracy, I mean the “big boys” in the food shelf world.

They want big numbers of people coming to use local food shelves. Big numbers reinforce their requests made to government and donors for more money. The big boys don’t even care that food shelves inflate their usage numbers – inflated local numbers mean more funding and food at the local level.

Then you throw in the local food shelf board of directors. Most boards think they know everything but actually are naive to the running of a food shelf and never want to hear the truth or hear about problems that occur daily.

An example of this is when a person comes to the food shelf and states that they are the caregiver for a grandparent and need food for both of them. In actuality, the grandparent is this person’s caregiver, providing lodging, transportation and other needs to the person. When this was discussed with staff at the food shelf, a volunteer/board member who is a retired, lifelong teacher stated that maybe it is better if we don’t know these things. In other words, maybe it’s better to let people lie to staff and even when staff knows the truth, just ignore the truth. Did this lifelong teacher overlook lies told in the classroom? When a student cheated to get a better grade, did this teacher ignore the lie and give the better grade? But at the food shelf, lies are supposed to be accepted. Rules and guidelines are a waste of time because the “big boys” say food shelves are not allowed to have rules.

There are a lot of people who need food help for many reasons. There is a lot of surplus food out there and getting it to people is better than throwing it in the garbage. But the downside is that this system is making people more dependent and the number of people feeling entitled is growing.

Julie Werner Pine City

Light rail in cities raises taxes here To the Editor: Our governor is upset he didn’t get the funding for a light rail line. Is this good or bad? If you live in a city where light rail runs by your neighborhood, it could be good and it could be bad. It would be good because you could ride the light rail instead of driving your car. It could be bad because if you own your home, light rail has just caused the price of your house to go down. People don’t want to buy a house on a light rail line.

Who will ride the light rail? Mostly people who live on or near the line, and sports fans may ride the line to a football game. When you look at the population of St. Paul and Minneapolis, about 85 percent of the people in Minnesota will not ride light rail. Even if you live in the core city, you will still have to make a choice. Do you drive your car to a light rail stop and try to find a place to park it? Once you get off the light rail will you be at your destination or will you have to take another bus or taxi? How much of your time are you consuming and how much money? Would it not be quicker to drive, and maybe cheaper?

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The media is responsible for our democracy

BY LEE H. HAMILTON

Politicians spend a good bit of their time complaining about the media. I’m going to join in, though I tend to get upset about different things than most sitting politicians do. You see, I don’t actually mind when journalists — whether in print, on television or online — treat what politicians say with skepticism. That means they’re doing their jobs.

But this doesn’t happen nearly as much these days as it should. The media today is less objective, more ideological, and much showier than it once was. What you see can be eye-catching — both the graphics and the personalities — but it is also brash and relentlessly self-promoting. A lot of journalists don’t just want to report the news, they want to be players and affect policy. They see politics as a blood sport, often exaggerating the differences among players. They make building a consensus — the key task of the democratic process — much harder.

The field has been moving in this direction over decades, and there’s a reason for it: all these changes have been well received by the public. They draw viewers, readers and clicks. And they’ve encouraged consumers to pay attention only to the sources that reflect and broadcast their own viewpoint.

I don’t want to be a fogey here. Yes, I grew up in the days of Edward R. Murrow and Walter Cronkite, and I still think they were solid journalists, but what I miss is not the voice-of-authority-from-on-high that’s so often associated with them. Instead, what I too often find lacking now is the spirit that drove the profession in those days. I think the news media had a sense of responsibility to make representative democracy function. Journalists imbued their work with a palpable sense that they were involved in a public service.

There are still really excellent journalists out there who are doing their best to serve both their profession and the country. Every day they struggle to make sense of enormously complex events. What they understand is that democracy demands journalism that improves its workings. Properly done, journalism can

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We already have a bus line owned by the citizens of Minnesota and run by the metro council. Check and see if those bus lines are self-sustaining or if you pay extra taxes to support the bus company. Remember the bus company is not going anywhere. Now check and see if light rail is going to be self-sustaining. The answer is no. Guess who will make up the difference.

Even if you live in a place in Minnesota where there is no way for you to take advantage of light rail, it will still cost you each year in extra taxes.

If light rail is such a good idea and can make money, do you think a private company would have built it?

The cry is we need light rail to lighten the load on our freeways. Do you think for a moment Mr. and Mrs. Citizen going to work are going to get up extra early, head for a light rail stop and wait for a train? Or are they going to get in their cars and get there in half the time?

As taxpayers, we have put out enough to build the lines and now we will have to pay more to keep the lines running. Oh, and we still have to keep up the freeways that cars will still be driving on, along with the trucks. Now do you have any idea why those in office have not told you about this? Maybe those that like to spend money like Mr. Dayton don’t want you to know the truth. He will just talk about the naughty people (Rep’s) that won’t give him money to waste.

Dick Birrenbach Pine City

We can heal world’s violence, hatred To the Editor: Although we all have different ethnicities, the only possible way for us humans to get along is to realize that racism is over. I declare that it is. I firmly believe it is. I am not the only one.

One person can make a big difference. Many people can make a force of peace, cooperation, unity, the desire to help others and a spirit of forgiveness. This world can be healed of its violence, hatred, disregard and selfish behavior only if we stop hating.

My job in life is to try to demonstrate to others that there really is no other way than love, which is a loaded word, often misused. If we all set our sights on helping one another, especially the ones that can’t help themselves, it won’t be long before this world moves more peacefully.

We can get along. It is up to all of us to fight the good fight and take care of each other, and I mean all of us.

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To end her letter, Ms. Levings asks, “don’t we want someone to bat for us when we have a local crisis?” I do, and that’s why I’m supporting Jason Rarick. Hopefully this letter provides Ms. Levings with a clearer picture of who is truly to blame for the concerns she raised.

Rarick working for mental health To the Editor: Last week a letter to the editor was published in the Pine City Pioneer written by a known Pine County partisan. While it’s to be expected that some will offer different political opinions this election cycle, Ms. Levings’ attack on Representative Rarick in the name of public health was a disgusting, embarrassing act.

As a refresher for Ms. Levings, the closing of the Riverwood Centers happened before Jason Rarick had even started campaigning for office. The closure happened as the DFL had majorities in the House and Senate and controlled the governor’s office. Ms. Levings praised the work of the DFL and Senator Lourey but left out the fact that this facility closed on their watch as they increased taxes by $2 billion while funding a $90 million dollar luxury office and a $200 million failed MnSURE website. Apparently, funding mental health wasn’t a concern to the DFL in 2014, but Ms. Levings was not about to question the decisions of her political idols then.

Ms. Levings also provided outright lies about Representative Rarick in his commentary. In her letter she wrote, “Jason, doing as he was told by Republican leaders, said no to a 5 percent rate increase.” However, Jason was a co-author on the rate increase legislation.

Ms. Levings claimed that, “Jason couldn’t pick up the phone and ask what could be done.” The truth is Jason welcomed Speaker Daudt to meet with executives at FirstLight Health in Mora to share concerns about mental health care. Ms. Levings could have learned about this in the Kanabec County Times article “Mental Health Dominates Speaker of the House Visit.” Finally, Ms. Levings claimed Jason Rarick and Republicans “got nothing done.” This is despite the fact that a bipartisan tax cut bill which passed both the GOP House and DFL Senate was vetoed by Governor Dayton while the bipartisan house bonding bill was shut down by metro liberals because $2 billion in funding for the 14.5 mile light rail train was not included. In Ms. Levings’ community of Sandstone, Rarick secured $800,000 for a needed bridge for their new medical campus as well as a nearly 50 percent increase in the

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To the Editor: I have enjoyed living in rural Mora, Minnesota these past years because it has been a safe place to live and raise a family. I have felt at peace knowing our security is being protected in my neighborhood and I give credit to our local law enforcement for their dedicated work and service. I realize the same is not true for our local police officers as they go to work every day well aware of the fact that they are putting their lives in danger in order to protect citizens across Minnesota.

Our police officers truly are local heroes and we are blessed to benefit from their dedication to serving us.

As we enter into another competitive election season, it is critical that we keep in mind who will advocate for the rights of local law enforcement. Stewart Mills will work to ensure the federal government does its part to support our law enforcement and provide them with the tools needed to keep America safe. Stewart Mills’ family has lived in this district for six generations and understands the importance of keeping our families safe. Just this past month, the Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police endorsed Stewart Mills for Congress in the 8th District.

As a father, husband and business owner, Stewart Mills understands that our best days are ahead. We must ensure we provide safety, opportunity and freedom for our children and grandchildren. With Stuart Mills past record of supporting local law enforcement and the families they protect, I express my sincere respect and support for Stewart Mills as the voice we need representing us in Congress.

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The Foster Grandparent Program has been around as long as Head Start and cut from the same cloth.

Born under President Johnson’s War on Poverty, this program has worked to help those 55 or better continue to share their skills and knowledge with young people everywhere.

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Courthouse Super puts ‘advisors’ to work in 1916 10 Years Ago, 2006 An interesting insert, “Headlines from History, 1881-2006” was included in this issue of the Pioneer. A full weekend of activities were planned for Pine City’s 125th anniversary.

The new Pine City Wa l- M a r t Supercenter opened Aug. 16 with the Pine City High School Band playing, Mayor Jane Robbins speaking, the American Legion and VFW presenting the colors and a crowd of community members on hand to celebrate.

The high cost of gas has put the Pine County minibus program in a financial pinch. The Pine County Board came to the rescue, voting to provide money to keep the bus running.

The Pine City VFW announced the winners of the Pine County Fair raffles. Those who won $100 were Les Wiener, Margaret Reiser, Gwyn Doenz, Robert Thiry, Ed Palmer, Katie Carlson, Dave Arola, Ed Tobeck and Gary Gahler Jr. Jason Bible won the $500.

The 3M Foundation has donated $200 to the Pine Community Food Shelf in recognition of employee Evelyn McAvoy’s commitment to the community and for her outstanding service.

St. Mary’s School in Pine City welcomed two new teachers this year. Ashley Brockhaus is the fifth and sixth grade teacher and Krista Kielty the third and fourth grade teacher.

Garden club members in Pine City were elated with the success of this year’s flower show held at the Pine City VFW hall.

The annual event was the opener of Pine City’s 125th birthday party schedule, and according to Alyce Lere, 83 guests viewed the floral displays.

A sure sign that summer is waning, practices for all of the Pine City High School fall sports began on Aug. 14. The teams all have games scheduled next week. The girls ten-

nis team has already started its season, playing in a tournament at the Pine City courts on Aug. 21 and meeting Pierz/ Crosby Ironton today.

25 Years Ago, 1991 Mercury Technologies of Minnesota, a plant that recovers salts, mercury and phosphorous from florescent light bulbs, will break ground for a 7,000 sq. ft. plant in the Pine City Industrial Park this fall.

Thirteen local teens participated in an educational program called Project Summer Vacation that gave them experience and hands on training for the working world. The project was funded by the Private Industry Council Central District and the state. It was coordinated by Pine City teacher Lyndon Hagestuen. Other teachers involved were Mary Kay and Jim Sloan, Kurt Wagner, Beth Linzmeier and Pam Jambeck. Technical tutor was Linda Soderbeck, and Pam Alle was job coach.

A streambank along Rock Creek, near the city center, has been protected from further erosion by a project spearheaded by the Pine County Soil and Water District. Three agencies are sharing the cost of the $27,475 project.

A tribute was made to Lonnie Johnson, Pine City, at the 1991 National Holstein convention held at Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Johnson was recognized as a 40-year member of the leading U.S. dairy breed association.

The first annual walleye fishing contest will be held at Muffie’s on Pokegama Lake on Sept.

21. There will be an $8 entry fee with 100 percent payback in prizes.

A quilt tucked inside a pillow is what Lori Stuart calls a quillow. Stuart never cared about sewing until she discovered this clever craft idea, and now she’s earning extra money selling her creations at craft shows.

Joyce Kosbab, with a low gross score of 97, and Nancy Stevens, with a low net score of 64, won the morning women’s league 18 hole golf tournament.

50 Years Ago, 1966 Tim Erhart of Pine City won a blue ribbon at the Minnesota State Fair for his electrical exhibit.

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About 85 people turned out at the high school to welcome this year’s AFS student, Verena Bunzli of Switzerland. Miss Bunzli will be staying with the Wendell Christenson family.

After 20 years in the dry cleaning business in Pine City, Mr. and Mrs. Nile Schlotterbeck have closed their Town and Country Cleaners dry cleaning establishment permanently. Mr. Schlotterbeck will be the custodian for the vo-tech school and Mrs. Schlotterbeck will be employed at the Probate Court office.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Marvin France on the birth of their son, Vincent Steven, on Aug. 29.

75 Years Ago, 1941 Mr. and Mrs. Tom Ling celebrated their golden wedding anniversary Aug. 25 with many messages of congratulations from friends and relatives.

The storm that struck this section of the state over the weekend did plenty of damage, and insurance adjusters have been busy all week checking

and settling claims from damaged barns, silos and other outbuildings, and paying for stock killed. Radio reports and newspapers carried stories of the terrible damage resulting from a 15-inch rainfall in northern Wisconsin in a period of 36 hours.

Lewis Doebler of Cannon Falls is the new linotype operator at the Pine Poker-Pioneer, taking the place of Dick Tamke.

Robert L. Dickson, only son of Mr. and Mrs. O. R. Dickson, and Miss Barbara Ann Elliott of Minneapolis were united in marriage at a candlelight service at the Dickson home on Aug. 29.

100 Years Ago, 1916 The warm weather the past few days has brought the bathers out again and there was quite a crowd enjoying a swim at the bathing beach. The beach has been one of the most popular places in Pine City this summer and the bath house was the big accomplishment of the development association.

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About 25 people were entertained at the Kim Karas home east of town at a watermelon party. A fine time was enjoyed by those present and about 100 melons, more or less, were eaten.

Tom Ling, superintendent of the courthouse grounds and building, has been busy and kept most of his friends busy this week chopping down the trees on the lawn. Three trees were cut down, which makes a big improvement in the looks of the grounds. While Tom was busy with the work, he received lots of advice as to how it should be done, so he hit on the plan of having his advisors demonstrate the proper method of felling trees. The result was that the trees were soon cut down and Tom had the pleasure of watching the boys do the work. Anyone can do hard work, but it takes an artist to get the work done by others and make them enjoy it.

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Tennis team starts strong with 2016 North/South Challenge Quad Championship

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The Dragon girls tennis team opened their 2016 season in Park Rapids on Friday, Aug. 19 with a sweeping success. They participated in the 2016 North/South Challenge Quad, went 3-0 on the day and were crowned Quad Champions.

North teams consisted of Crookston, Park Rapids, Roseau and Thief River Falls. South teams included Pine City, Aitkin, Minnewaska and Mound Westonka. The third year this competition was held, Thief River Falls was the defending champion and Mound Westonka won it in year one.

“Quality teams are at this event,” said head coach Rick Engelstad.

“We feel fortunate that we are able to travel to play these teams, fun to get out and play teams that you do not get to normally see.”

In spite of a long drive, the girls got off the bus ready to compete in their first match play situation of the year.

“For our first match play situation the girls did a super job and I am very proud of them,” said Engelstad. “We were able to play all 12 young ladies in each match today, so all got valuable time on the courts.”

Pine City 6, Park Rapids 1 With the loss of only one doubles match, the Dragons were off to a roaring start. First singles player Natalie Cahill defeated her Park Rapids opponent 7-5, 6-0, second singles Lydia Adams went 7-5, 7-6 (3), third singles Anna Miller, 6-4, 6-3 and fourth singles Katie Miller, 6-0, 6-1.

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The Dragon girls tennis team won champion status, and the traveling trophy, at the 2016 North/South Challenge Quad in Park Rapids. Each team that wins gets to design a picture on a square that’s on the trophy.

as well. First doubles team of Raven Rarick/ Alison Brown went 5-7, 7-5, 10-7, second doubles Caitlyn Furber/Melinda Rydberg lost 6-3, 6-7, 10-12, third doubles Emily Carpenter/Elizabeth Cahill won 6-1, 6-1, and fourth doubles Rachel Johnson/ Lindsay Miller went 6-0, 6-0.

Pine City 6, Roseau 1 Despite the loss of two doubles matches, the Dragons continued to

dominate. In singles play, Natalie Cahill went 7-6 (2), 6-2, Lydia Adams, 6-2, 6-2, Anna Miller, 6-4, 6-3 and Katie Miller, 6-2, 6-2.

For doubles play Raven Rarick/Alison Brown went 6-4, 6-3, Caitlyn Furber/Melinda Rydberg, 3-6, 6-2, 4-10, Emily Carpenter/Elizabeth Cahill, 6-0, 6-3 and Rachel Johnson/Lindsay Miller, 2-6, 3-6.

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from Crookston’s singles players left Natalie Cahill with the only win, 7-6 (4), 6-4, but the Dragons doubles teams took the win in all four of their matchups.

Second singles player Lydia Adams went 4-6, 4-6, Katie Miller, 6-4, 3-6, 9-11 and Rachel Johnson, 6-7 (5), 3-6.

First doubles team of Raven Rarick/Alison Brown won 6-2, 6-4, Caitlyn Furber/Anna Miller, 2-6, 7-5, 10-5, Emily Car-

penter/Elizabeth Cahill, 6-3, 7-5 and Rachel Johnson/Lindsay Miller, 6-2, 6-2.

Coach Engelstad was pleased with his players.

“I saw them do so many good things today and we will build off of those skills. These young ladies have the opportunity to be a pretty decent team, but they cannot settle for things. We will continue to work hard in our practices to add new tools to our tool box.”

The next week was a busy one for the girls, as well, hosting the Pine City Dragon Power Tournament on Monday, Aug. 22, traveling to Pierz today, Thursday, Aug. 25, and hosting a quad on Friday, Aug. 26.

Look for coverage in next week’s Pine City Pioneer.

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Golfers support tennis The Pine City Tennis Foundation’s golf outing benefits the Dragon Tennis Scholarship each year. This year’s winners happened to be all former Dragon Tennis players: Seth Sauter, Scott Worrel, Ross Sandison and Jacob Sauter.

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LANGE: Convicted killer allegedly made threats, spit blood at officers while resisting arrest FROM PAGE 1

where Lange abandoned his vehicle and attempted to flee on foot into a cornfield. K-9 officer Kojak was brought in to locate Lange, which he was successful in doing.

When officers caught up with Kojak, Lange was trying to fight off the K-9 officer by grabbing Kojak by the throat. Lange continued to fight with both Kojak and the other officers until Kojak obtained a “strong hold of the suspect’s leg” and officers were able to handcuff Lange.

Lange continued to refuse to comply with officers’ commands and allegedly made threats toward the officers and spit blood at one officer. He was eventually transported to Cambridge Medical Center for treatment of the dog bite wounds and then brought to the Isanti County Jail.

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Lange has been charged with two counts of fourth degree assault on a police officer, one count of fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, a gross misdemeanor obstructing a legal

process, fifth degree drug possession, a gross misdemeanor causing bodily harm to a public safety dog, DWI and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Lange had previously been convicted of murdering a law enforcement officer. On Aug. 24, 1991, Lange beat Pine County Deputy Michael Morrow to death with a flashlight following a traffic stop. A highway dedication ceremony for Officer Morrow was scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 24 on the 25th anniversary of the incident.

Lange was also convicted in 2008 for violating probation and multiple domestic assault violations.

Lange appeared before Judge James Dehn on Friday, Aug. 19 where bail was set at $400,000 without conditions or $200,000 with conditions. His next court appearance is scheduled for Sept. 1.

Ask a Trooper: Is it legal to hitchike in Minnesota?

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Q: Is it legal to hitchhike in Minnesota?

Minnesota State Statute 169.22 states “No A: person shall stand in a roadway for the purpose of soliciting a ride from the driver of any

private vehicle.” A roadway is defined as “a portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, exclusive of the sidewalk or shoulder.” So as long as person was off the roadway (shoulder or ditch), they technically could solicit a ride from a person driving

a motor vehicle. It is important to mention that no pedestrian is allowed on or along the freeway (including the shoulder and ditch).

There is great concern for pedestrian/hitchhiker safety. Pedestrians are at great risk from vehicles traveling at high rates of speeders, distracted and intoxicated drivers. In addition, picking up a hitchhiker carries a certain amount of risk. I believe you should use good common sense and judgment in these types of situations.

It comes down to two key factors – personal safety and traffic safety.

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Then other things got in the way of completing his novel. One of these was another literary project – three children’s books about the Pine City area: “The Snake River Adventures,” “Snake River and Devil’s Lake” and “Growing Up on the Snake.”

Another, more serious obstacle was his own health.

“At the same time I was working on the book I had back surgery,” Hobson said.

“Then I found out I had Parkinson’s disease.”

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects the body’s motor systems, causing tremors, stiffness and slow movement and slurred speech. With time, the symptoms of the disease become worse.

Hobson fought the disease with drugs and therapy, but after seven years his condition had deteriorated to the point where even the simplest acts became nearly impossible.

“I couldn’t write, couldn’t button my shirt, couldn’t brush my teeth,” he said.

“A lot of things like that.

And the shaking is the outside thing. It’s all the inside things that you can’t do anymore that really make it hard to live with.”

He decided to take a chance on deep brain stimulation implants. The surgery is sometimes risky – there is a chance of greater disability or even death – and for some it doesn’t help much at all.

But for Hobson, the surgery was successful and the difference was profound.

“I have two probes that they put in that go down into

my brain,” he explained.

“Parkinson’s generally destroys your brain cells that provide your body functions.

The implants stimulate your brain – fools it really – to start producing those body functions. You quit shaking.

You can do things with your hands again. It really has helped.

“Now, the brain stimulation will not stop the progression of the disease,” he said. “But for 10 years, at least, it will keep it at bay. I’d do it again in a minute.”

With a better grip on his health, Hobson has a new passions for the causes that drove him to write “The COODLE Society.”

“The biggest thing I want to do is get the word out and hopefully people will take it to heart,” he said. “There are literally thousands of cases of child abuse – and I don’t mean just sexual abuse – this is abuse across the board. And there’s nothing being done. Even our social services are only scratching the surface. I have three boys, and I want them to grow up in a country where no child is abused, ever.”

He urged anyone who comes in contact with a child who they believe has been abused to contact Pine County Health and Human Services.

“Any time you come in contact with a kid you think needs help, do something,” he said. “Even if it’s just referring them to the county and following up. I’ve done that for years.”

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AUGUST 25, 2016

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IN MEMORY

COLLEGE In loving memory of

MSgt. Daniel Fedder Forever in our hearts, Always on our minds.

Loved and missed by, Mom and Dad, Nick, Paula and Diana

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THANK YOU

Graduates

Dean’s lists

The following students have earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Superior following spring semester 2016: Chase Edward Moon of Askov, Bachelor of Science, Sociology; Lauren Ashley Vanderport of Braham, Bachelor of Science, Biology; Kayla Ann Larson of Sturgeon Lake, Bachelor of Arts, English.

Pine City student Erin Keating was among the 143 North Dakota State University students to be placed on the summer 2016 dean’s list, having earned a 3.50 grade point average or higher while enrolled in at least nine class credits.

The following students graduated from Bemidji State University at the conclusion of the spring 2016 semester: Tracy Lucht of Braham, Bachelor of Science, Nursing; Katie Marnich of Finlayson, Bachelor of Science, English Education; Aric Bergren of Grasston, Bachelor of Science, Accounting.

Michelle Thompson of Braham graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry, at Iowa State University’s spring commencement ceremonies.

Wynonna Brown, a 2015 graduate of Pine City High School, achieved a semester grade point average of 3.667 or higher and has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2016 semester at St. Catherine University in St. Paul.

The SRVCC thanks everyone who participated in our annual gun raffle at the Pine County Fair. Special thanks go out to Denny Healy, Johan Peterson, Steve Saumer, Gary Bue, Simms Gunsmithing, MnDNR, and Steve Hallan for their extra efforts.

Winners of the raffle are: Bird house – Dakota Luedtke, Travis Smith, Sue Piha, Brenda Mohr, Julia VanDyke, Corey Sprandel, Roxann Thieman, and Brandy Sandborn; life jacket – Polly Marty; Henry rifle – Brent Thompson; Savage rifle – Gary Valvoda.

Congratulations to all of the winners.

Snake River Valley Conservation Club

BIRTH

Hendrix Kyzen Hendrix was born on Aug. 7, 2016 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, four ounces and was 20-1/4 inches long. His parents are Dan and Jamie Hendrix of Hinckley.

Kyzen is welcomed home by siblings Brydan, 3, and Greyson, 2. His grandparents are Brian and Robin Hendrix, Dan and Jodi Blesener, all of Hinckley.

PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER Aug. 15 - 21 Theft, burglary, vandalism Aug. 15, 10:47 a.m., report of theft, 2nd Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 15, 3:13 p.m., report of burglary, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek west.

Aug. 16, 11:58 a.m., report of damage to property, Maple Grove Rd./River Way, Pine City Twp. east.

Aug. 17, 2:39 p.m., report of property damage, 13th St., Pine City south.

Aug. 18, 8:50 p.m., report of damage to property, Liberty Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

Aug. 18, 9:56 p.m., report of property damage, 6th Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 19, 8:31 a.m., report of damage to property, Government Rd./Russell Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

Aug. 19, 10:22 a.m., report of vehicle theft/attempt, Johnson Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 19, 9:49 p.m., report of vehicle theft/attempt, Beroun Crossing Rd., Chengwatana Twp. east.

Aug. 20, 10:48 p.m., report of security alarm, Voyageur Ln., Pine City Twp. west.

Miscellaneous Aug. 15, 12:40 a.m., report of explosion, State. Hwy. 70, Rock Creek east.

Aug. 15, 4:14 p.m., report of person with gun, 8th Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 15, 9:11 p.m., report of trespass, Main St., Pine City south.

Aug. 16, 4:36 a.m., report of neighbor trouble, Lake Mist Dr., Pokegama Twp. west.

Aug. 16, 3:57 p.m., report of unwanted person, 5th St., Pine City south.

Aug. 16, 9:35 p.m., report of drug incident, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek west.

Aug. 17, 11:40 a.m., report of animal disturbance, 1st St., Brook Park.

Aug. 17, 11:47 p.m., report of drunk, 2nd Ave., Brook Park.

Aug. 18, 11:08 a.m., report of animal disturbance, Brunswick Rd., Royalton Twp. Aug. 19, 5:01 p.m., report of suspicious activity, 6th Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 19, 7:01 p.m., report of disturbance, 6th Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 19, 10:48 p.m., report of fireworks, Edgewater Rd., Pokegama Twp. east.

Aug. 20, 9:08 a.m., report of unwanted person, Cross Park Rd., Mission Creek Twp. Aug. 21, 4:02 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Henriette Rd./Main St., Pine City north.

Aug. 21, 10:28 p.m., report of unwanted person, Johnson Ave., Pine City south.

Aug. 21, 10:41 p.m., report of suspicious activity, 7th St., Pine City south.

Aug. 21, 11:00 p.m., report of suspicious activity, 5th Ave., Pine City south.

Fires and accidents Aug. 19, 7:33 a.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Government Rd./Russell Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

Aug. 19, 9:09 p.m., report of fire outside, Horned Owl Ln., Brook Park Twp. Aug. 21, 1:35 p.m., report of personal injury, I-35, Pokegama Twp. east.

Aug. 21, 6:05 p.m., report of personal injury, I-35, State Hwy. 70, Rock Creek west.

Jail roster Aug. 15, Margaret Leona Lundholm, warrant, remand-hold, traffic- driving after revocation... insurance- no proof; drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1...

Aug. 15, Andrew William Manfolk, probation violation, under sentence, domestic abuse- violates order for...

Aug. 15, Deeanna Lea Miner, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 1st degree- refusal to submit to...

Aug. 15, Andrew Joseph Thomas, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, neglect or endangerment of a child...; traffic- driving after revocation, DUI2nd degree driving w...

Aug. 15, Dylan James Howe, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, disturb- disorderly conduct, interfere with 911 call. Released Aug. 16.

Aug. 15, David Scott Wagner, war-

rant, under sentence, drugs- 3rd degree- poss...; Pine County writ, drugs- 5th degree- possess sche...; burglary- 1st degree- poss dangerous weapon. Released Aug. 16.

Aug. 15, Amber Lynn Inman, Pine County warrant, theft- take/use/ transfer movable p... Released Aug. 15.

Aug. 15, Melissa Nicole Schoenthaler, book and release, summons, burglary- 1st degree- poss dangerous weapon, 1st degree- dwelling- occupie...; criminal damage to property1st degree- $1001 and gre... Released Aug. 15.

Aug. 16, Timothy Henry Bassett, Pine County warrant, remand-hold, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released Aug. 17.

Aug. 16, Michael Lee Gilliland, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, domestic abuse no contact order... Released Aug. 18.

Aug. 16, Joshua Paul Bulu, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, family offense- malicious punish chi...

Aug. 16, Jeremy Wade Smothers, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

Aug. 17, Corduroy Lee Wayne Lyman, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu...

Aug. 17, Jonathan Clair Nickey, under sentence, hold for other agency, burglary- 2nd degree- res- forced- unknown.

Aug. 17, Brian Keith Roseland, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, assault- 1st degree- great bodily harm- unk re...; remand-bail, fleeing police officer in motor vehicle.

Aug. 17, Charles Michael Sawyer Jr., warrant, remand-bail, possess ammo/any firearm- convicti...; hold for other agency, drugs- 3rd degreesale...

Aug. 17, Danielle Jo Viellieux, awaiting trial/court, remand- other authority, govt- false name to police officer- G; hold for other agency, burglary- 2nd degree- res- forced- day.

Aug. 17, Travis Lee Pederson, Pine

County warrant, remand-RPR, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit... Released Aug. 18.

Aug. 18, Alexander Timofeev Frisch, warrant, under sentence, assaultterrorist threats reckless dis...

Aug. 18, Skylar James Lee Premo, under sentence, theft- take/use/transfer movable property; assault- 5th degree- 2 offenses- same vic w/i...

Aug. 18, Anthony Jon Olen, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, trafficDUI- 3rd degree, DUI- 3rd degree- refusal to submit...; damage to property- 1st degree- forseeable... Released Aug. 19.

Aug. 18, Stephanie Ann Tubman, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, theft- $500 or less- M...; assaultdomestic assault- misd.; drugs- 5th degree- possess sche... Released Aug. 19.

Aug. 19, Stephanie Angela Vittorio, book and release, summons, fraudfinancial trans card fraud... Released Aug. 19.

Aug. 19, Erika Marie Fornengo, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, burglary- 2nd degree- res- forced- unknown. Released Aug. 19.

Aug. 19, Zachary Matthew Madsen, book and release, summons, fraudfinancial trans card fraud. Released Aug. 19.

Aug. 19, David Allen Benjaminson, hold for other agency, burglary- poss of burglary tools.

Aug. 19, Jennifer Lisa Churchill, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree- alcohol conc over...

Aug. 19, Kenneth Louis Dallessandro, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu...; financial transaction card fraud- us...

Aug. 19, Ronald Ben Johnson, under sentence, domestic abuse- violate order for...; Pine County warrant, govt- violation of harass/restr ordermis...

Aug. 19, Glen Alan Lilliberg, under sentence, remand- other authority, traffic- DUI- 1st degree- refusal to submit to...

Aug. 19, Katrina El Martineau-Friedman, Pine County warrant, nonsupport of spouse or child- for 1...

Aug. 19, Joseph William Reynolds, Pine county writ, theft- theft of mail.

Aug. 19, Darrell John Riebe, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, trafficdriver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

Aug. 20, Thomas Joseph Cardinal, probation/parole violation- M...; hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control su...

Aug. 20, Amber Ray Engels- Colsrud, Pine County warrant, theft- take/ use/transfer movable property; burglary- 2nd degree- res- forced- unknown.

Aug. 20, Jolynn Audriann Jones, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, theft- alter/possess/sell/buy- property...

Aug. 20, Christopher Willia Nickaboine, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, DWI- 1st degree DWI, previous fe...; probable cause, drugs5th degree- possess schedu...; stolen property- poss- unknown property$250...

Aug. 20, Doloris Mary Gibbs, hold for other agency, family offense- child neglect- GM. Released Aug. 21.

Aug. 21, Koda David Aanenson, Pine County warrant, assault- domestic assault- misd.; disorderly conductoffensive/abusiv...; domestic assault- misdemeanor- commit...

Aug. 21, Marie Lisa Allen, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- sale- marijuana.

Aug. 21, Keith John Erickson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- poss/sale hypo syringe/needle, 5th degree- possess schedu...

5th degree- sale- marijuana.

Aug. 21, Taylor Thomas Fedt, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/ control su...

Aug. 21, Brett Duane Leger, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreeposs...

Aug. 21, Kristi Mccol Peel, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs5th degree- sale- marijuana; assault- domestic assault- GM.

There have been 1,351 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2016.

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OBITUARIES

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AUGUST 25, 2016

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Sharon L. Fennema

Sharon Fennem of Rock Creek, ma f formerly of Isanti, p passed away peacef fully, surrounded b her loving famby i ily, at St. Mary’s M Mayo Clinic Hospit in Rochester on tal M Monday, Aug. 15, 2 2016, at the age of 6 68.

Sharon Lee ( (Schmidt) Fennema w was born on June 14, 1948, to Harry and Ruffina (Redpenning) Schmidt in Wayzata, Minnesota. Sharon loved walking with her mother down the railroad tracks to go fishing on Lake Minnetonka. Her mother would often talk about how her brothers were always protecting her, although she would find ways to get them into trouble.

Sharon obtained her GED and numerous certifications in the medical field as a caregiver. She very much enjoyed caring for others. Throughout her career she worked at Oak Terrace Nursing Home in Glen Lake, Grandview Christian Home in Cambridge, and Birchwood Nursing Home in Forest Lake. Most recently, she enjoyed working with her clients at Provide Care in North Branch. In her free time, Sharon loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She always made holidays special for everyone.

Sharon was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the spring of 2015, and through numerous treatments and surgeries, it seemed she was on the road to recovery when she passed away. Our family would like to extend our thanks and deep appreciation for the outstanding care she received from Dr. Mark Truty, his team and all the staff at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and in Barron, Wisconsin.

Sharon is survived by her husband William “Jim” Fennema of Rock Creek; daughters Samantha (Tim) Schmidt of Brainerd and Heather Fennema (Robert

Gadwa) of Frederic, Wisconsin; stepson Ken (Catherine) Fennema of Fredericksburg, Virginia; four grandchildren Emmett Schmidt, Anthony Gadwa, Marcus Fennema and Catliyn Fennema; brothers Earl (Donna) Schmidt, Cal (Bobbie) Schmidt and Butch (Angie) Schmidt; sister Flora Hoppe; many other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents Harry and Ruffina Schmidt and a brother Vernon (LaValle) Schmidt.

Reverend Dr. Vicki Vander Vegt officiated memorial services for Sharon at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2016, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City. The interment will take place at a later date at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery – Camp Ripley, near Little Falls, Minnesota.

Funeral arrangements for Sharon Fennema of Rock Creek, formerly of Isanti, are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

Delores C. Zellmer Delores Corrinne ( (Hiatt) Zellmer, age 9 of North Branch, 94 p passed away peacef fully at her home s surrounded by her f family on Aug. 18, 2 2016.

Delores is precede in death by her ed p parents; daughter L Linda Corrinne K Kranz; great-grands son Travis Jabs; five sisters and six brothers.

She is survived by her husband, Edwin, of 75 years; daughter Sandra Kay Keocher; brother Kelly Hiatt; son-in-law Dwight Kranz; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and great-great nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, at First Lutheran Church of Harris, 6481 438th St. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at the church. Interment will be private. Memorials are preferred.

Arrangements are in the care of Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge.

Online condolences can be shared at www.carlsonlillemoen.com.

Eleanor B. Makous Eleanor Benda Sullivan Makous, formerly of the Pine City area, passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, at Freedom Village, West Brandywine, Pennsylvania at the age of 101.

Eleanor was born on Oct. 4, 1914, in Pine City. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. She resided in Wayne, Pennsylvania and later in Freedom Village for many years. Throughout her life she remained involved in many community and cultural activities.

She was much loved by all of her immediate and extended family.

She is survived by her husband of 12 years, Dr. Norman Makous, her son, Joseph P. Sullivan and his wife Carol Z. Sullivan of Los Angeles, California.

She was preceded in death by her former husband of 61 years, James R. Sullivan, whom she married in 1941.

Arrangements for Eleanor Sullivan Makous are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service, Pine City; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

Clarence Feela Clarence Feela passed away Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016, at his home in Grasston at the age of 85.

Funeral service for Clarence will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel, Pine City. A time of visitation and reviewal is planned for 5-8 p.m. Thursday evening and also one hour prior to the service at the chapel. See full obituary in next week’s issue of the Pine City Pioneer.

Funeral arrangements for Mr. Clarence Feela are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service, Pine City – Swanson Chapel.

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 (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.

First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 9:15 a.m. Sunday School-all ages, 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration Wednesday @ 6:15 p.m. Youth Group

Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist

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 402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030

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 Jim Sodergren, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.

Hustletown Community Church

Living Water Fellowship

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

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

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

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

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

Open Arms Church of God

South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30pm, Sunday 9:15-9:45am

Journey North Church Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m.

Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com

Living Hope Christian Center Pastor Jeremy Langmade Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136 Livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Mornings: Life Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m.

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

Children’s ministry

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985, www.orlcpc.com Worship Schedule Sunday Services: 9 a.m.

Thursday Services: 5:30 p.m.

Coffee time at 10 a.m.

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

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

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

Pomroy Chapel A Non-denominational Fellowship 2700 320th Ave., Brook Park 320-679-3925 Sunday: 9:30am Prayer 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Worship Service

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

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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 DATE: August 4, 2016 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: December 5, 2003 Most recent Modification of Mortgage: Recorded March 17, 2014 as Document Number A-513579 2. Original Mortgagors: Robert G. Schwab (now deceased) and Judith A. Schwab 3. Original Mortgagees: Pine City State Bank 4. Recording Information: Mortgage recorded on December 12, 2003, as Document Number 428363, in the Office of the  County Recorder of Pine County, MN 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: Assigned to Stearns Bank, NA, a National Banking Association, by written assignment recorded on June 16, 2010, as Document Number 488339, in the recording office stated in paragraph 4.

6. Mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation on the Mortgage: NONE INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 7. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 28.5463.000 8. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Lot Six (6), Block One (1), Dunlookin, Pine County, Minnesota Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens)  9. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 10053 Audrey Gayle Drive, Grasston, MN 55030 OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 10. The person holding the Mortgage:  is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd.

30.

The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are […].

The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is […].  is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30.

The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat.

58.02, is/are Stearns Bank, NA. 11. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is Pine City State Bank INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 12. The requisites of Minn. Stat.

580.02 have been satisfied.

13. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $40,000.00.

14. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $42,200.63.

15. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of PINE County, Minnesota, at public auction on September 29, 2016, at 10:00 am, at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063.

16. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is SIX MONTHS after the date of sale. **An action is pending in Pine County District Court [Ct. File No. 58-CV-16-347] to reduce the redemption period to FIVE WEEKS pursuant to Minn. Stat. §582.032.

17. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on March 29, 2017.

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,

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ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 john@cabaklaw.com Attny Reg. No. 0388929 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Stearns Bank, NA ATTN: Douglas D’Aigle 600 Hillside Ave SW Pine City, MN 55063 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 8 and 15, 2016 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. Date: July 25, 2016 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: November 23, 2005 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $116,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Bradd L. Mlaskoch, a single person MORTGAGEE: Woodlands National Bank DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: November 29, 2005, as Document No. 450098, as modified by Note and Mortgage Modification Agreement dated April 19, 2011, recorded April 25, 2011, as Document No. 494179, and further modified by Note and Mortgage Modification Agreement dated May 12, 2014, recorded June 6, 2014, as Document No. 514873, all in the office of the County Recorder of Pine County, Minnesota, as further modified of record.

ASSIGNMENT(S) OF MORTGAGE: None LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Parcel One: Northwest Quarter of Northeast Quarter (NW¼ of NE¼), Section Twenty-five (25), Township Forty-five (45), Range Nineteen (19), EXCEPT the West 2 rods thereof.

Parcel Two: That part of the Northeast Quarter of Northeast Quarter (NE¼ of NE¼), Section Twenty-five (25), Township Forty-five (45), Range Nineteen (19), described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said NE¼ of NE¼; thence East along the North line of said NE¼ of NE¼ a distance of 256 feet; thence South 30º15’43” West a distance of 537 feet, more or less, to the West line of said NE¼ of NE¼; thence Northerly along the West line of said NE¼ of NE¼ a distance of 464 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine County, Minnesota THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE AS OF THE DATE OF THIS NOTICE: $74,205.94 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 including the requisites of Minn. Stat. § 580.02; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property in Pine County will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: September 22, 2016 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 mortgagor, his personal representatives or assigns is twelve (12) months from the date of sale, unless reduced to five (5) weeks under Minnesota Statutes, Section 582.032.

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, the time to vacate the

property is 11:59 p.m. on September 22, 2017.

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. WOODLANDS NATIONAL BANK By /S/ ROBERT P. KANUIT Robert R. Kanuit, #0252530 Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A. 302 West Superior Street, Suite 700 Duluth, Minnesota 55802-1863 (218) 722-0861 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE FORECLOSURE DATA (1) Street Address, city and zip code of mortgaged premises: 44456 Deerfield Road, Sturgeon Lake, MN 55783 (2) Transaction agent (if applicable); residential mortgage servicer; and lender or broker: Woodlands National Bank (3) Tax parcel identification number(s): 33.0725.000, 33.0726.000, 33.0724.003 (4) Transaction Agent’s mortgage ID number (MERS number): Not applicable (5) Name of mortgage originator: Woodlands National Bank THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 4, 11, 18, 25, September 1 and 8, 2016 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Date: August 18, 2016 1. A default has occurred in the conditions of that certain mortgage executed by Karen K. Jackson, f/k/a Karen K. Mattson, f/k/a Karen K. Mattson-Jackson, single person, as mortgagor, in favor of The RiverBank, a Minnesota banking corporation, as mortgagee, dated December 23, 2004, and recorded on January 26, 2005, as Document No. 440710, as assigned to Royal Credit Union, a Wisconsin state chartered credit union, by that certain assignment of mortgage dated October 14, 2011, and recorded on November 7, 2011, as Document No. A-497515, both in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Pine County, Minnesota (“Mortgage”). The land described in the Mortgage is not registered land.

2. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was: $115,000.00.

3. No action or proceeding at law is now pending to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage or any part thereof.

4. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and foreclosure of the Mortgage and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes.

5. As of the date of this notice, the amount due on the Mortgage is: $97,360.65.

6. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage shall be foreclosed, and the land located at 30800 River Bend Drive, Pine City, Minnesota 55063, XXX Unassigned, Pine City, Minnesota 55063, and XXX Unassigned, Pine City, Minnesota 55063, Property Tax ID No.’s: 085310000, 085302000, 085311000, and legally described as follows: Lot 8, Block 1, Murphy’s River Bend First Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder Pine County, Minnesota. Together with and undivided interest in Outlot A shall be determined as follows: The Number One (1) divided by the total number of platted Lots in Murphy’s River Bend and any additions thereto plus One (1). Also together with Outlot C, Murphy’s River Bend, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder, Pine County, Minnesota. Reserving unto the Grantors and its heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, an easement 33 feet in width over and across the following lands for future public and/or private road purposes; The Easterly 33 feet of Lot 8, Murphy’s River Bend First Addition, bounded on the South by the Northerly line of Patton’s River

Lane. Subject to easements, covenants, restrictions and reservations of record if any.

AND Lot 9, Block 1, Murphy’s River Bend First Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder Pine County, Minnesota. Together with an undivided interest in Outlot A shall be determined as follows: The Number One (1) divided by the total number of platted Lots in Murphy’s River Bend and any additions thereto plus One (1). Also together with Outlot C, Murphy’s River Bend, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder, Pine County, Minnesota. Reserving unto the Grantors and its heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, an easement 33 feet in width over and across the following lands for future public and/or private road purposes: The Westerly 33 feet of Lot 9, Murphy’s River Bend First Addition, bounded on the North by the Northerly line of said Lot 9 and bounded on the South by the Northerly line of Patton’s River Lane. (“Property”), shall be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, at public auction on October 6, 2016 at 10:00 a.m., at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office: 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, MN 55063.

7. The time allowed by law for redemption by mortgagor or mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale.

8. The mortgagor must vacate the property on or before 11:59 p.m. on April 7, 2017 if the Mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. § 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under Minn. Stat. § 580.23.

9. THE TIME ALLOWED

BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION

BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINN. STAT. § 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. 10. The mortgagor released from financial obligation on the Mortgage is/are: None.

Royal Credit Union (a Wisconsin state chartered credit union) By its attorneys: Joshua D. Christensen, (#332616) Anastasi Jellum, P.A. Attorneys for Mortgagee 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 Josh.Christensen@AJ-Law.com (651) 439-2951 18642FN Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 18, 25, September 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2016 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: November 13, 2006 MORTGAGOR: James H. Harris and Dorothy M. Harris, husband and wife as joint tenants.

MORTGAGEE: Chase Bank USA, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded December 4, 2006 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A 460395.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2007-CH4 Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007CH4. Dated May 5, 2009 Recorded May 19, 2009, as Document No. A 480203.

TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Chase Bank USA, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 87263 County Highway 61, Willow River, MN 55795 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 31.0188.000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The following described property, situated in the County of Pine, State of Minnesota, to wit: The West Three

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Hundred Thirty (330) feet of the North Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, (N 1/2 of SW 1/4 of SE 1/4) of Section Twentythree (23), Township Forty-Five (45) Range Twenty (20).

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $50,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $91,887.69 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: October 6, 2016 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 April 6, 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: July 26, 2016 Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee 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 38 - 16-005221 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 4, 11, 18, 25, September 1 and 8, 2016 NOTICE OF SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TO SATISFY LIEN THEREON NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the personal property described as follows: 1992 Schult Manufactured home, with Light Grey and Dark Grey exterior, located at 350 Johnson Avenue Southeast, Unit E4, Pine City, MN 55063, together with all miscellaneous personal property located therein.

Will be sold at public auction by the Pine County Sheriff on the 22nd day of September 2016 at 10:00 am, at 350 Johnson Avenue Southeast, Unit E6, in the city of Pine City, County of Pine, State of Minnesota, to pay and satisfy a lien which is claimed to be due from David A Frenzel and Chrissy M Nelson as the owner(s) thereof to: Pine Terrace Limited Partnership in the sum of Four thousand one hundred and fifty two Dollars and 00/100 cents ($4,152.00 ) computed to the day of sale, exclusive of the expenses of said sale and of the advertising thereof, together with the necessary expenses of advertising and making said sale; and the ground of said lien are storage of and care of tenants personal property remaining on landlords premises following abandonment by tenant.

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Dated: August 8, 2016 /s/Cheryl Madison, Agent Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 18, 25 and September 1, 2016 NOTICE OF SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TO SATISFY LIEN THEREON

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the personal property described as follows: 1996 Friendship Manufactured home, with Tan and White exterior, located at 350 Johnson Avenue Southeast, Unit C6, Pine City, MN 55063, together with all miscellaneous personal property located therein.

Will be sold at public auction by the Pine County Sheriff on the 22nd day of September 2016 at 10:00 am, at 350 Johnson Avenue Southeast, Unit C6, in the city of Pine City, County of Pine, State of Minnesota, to pay and satisfy a lien which is claimed to be due from Anthony Rangel and Miranda Rangel as the owner(s) thereof to: Pine Terrace Limited Partnership in the sum of Four thousand Thirty Five Dollars and 00/100 cents ($4,035.00 ) computed to the day of sale, exclusive of the expenses of said sale and of the advertising thereof, together with the necessary expenses of advertising and making said sale; and the ground of said lien are storage of and care of tenants personal property remaining on landlords premises following abandonment by tenant.

Dated: August 8, 2016 /s/Cheryl Madison, Agent Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 18, 25, and September 1, 2016

NOTICE OF MAIL BALLOT PROCEDURES To the residents of the cities of Brook Park, Bruno, Denham, Henriette and Kerrick and the townships of Bruno, Danforth, Fleming, Kerrick, Nickerson, New Dosey and Park, who will use Mail Ballot Procedures, you are hereby notified that the General Election will be held November 8, 2016.

Residents who are registered to vote by October 18, 2016 in the above precincts will be mailed official ballots between September 23, 2016 and October 25, 2016.

Ballots must be returned by mail, in person or by a designated agent no later than 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 8, 2016 to the Office of the County Auditor, 635 Northridge Dr NW, Pine City, MN 55063.

Residents in the above precincts not registered by October 18, 2016, may obtain an absentee ballot from the County Auditor at the above address or by contacting us at 320591-1670, or toll-free 1-800-4507463, ext. 1670.

Ballots will be counted after 8:00 p.m. on November 8, 2016 and shall be open to the public.

Cathy J. Clemmer Pine County Auditor 635 Northridge Dr NW, Suite 240 Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 591-1670 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 25, 2016

Public Hearing Notice on Pine City Code of Ordinances Notice is hereby given that the City Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending the City code, Chapter 6 entitled “liquor and beer” by adding authority to allow licensed brew pubs, brewer taprooms and off-sale malt liquor (growlers), cocktail rooms, distilleries and wineries, and the City Council will also consider amending Ordinance 16-01 “2016 Fee Schedule” to add Demolition permits @ $30.00 and to add the Brew Pub license fee @ $500.00 on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at approximately 6:30 pm at City Hall, 315 Main St. S, Pine City, MN in the Council Chambers. All persons interested in being heard on this matter are encouraged to attend.

Kenneth J Cammilleri City Administrator City of Pine City Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 25, 2016

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Pine County has a career opportunity for a part-time Dispatcher in our Sheriff ’s Department in Pine City and is looking for individuals who are dependable, have a strong work ethic, and who are interested in making a difference in their community as a Dispatcher. This position is responsible for operating the Pine County emergency communications center, including receiving complaints via 911 emergency, non-emergency phone lines, or in person.

Maintains communication with the State Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA), via state computer. Runs requested criminal checks and license plate checks as requested by field personnel. Determines the type of complaint and issues an Initial Complaint Record, via Computer Aided Dispatch software, with necessary data on the type and nature of call. Serves as Sheriff ’s Office switchboard, routes all calls to sheriff ’s staff as necessary. Monitors all radio frequencies, weather stations, and data terminals and relays information to the deputies, ambulance crews, fire crews, and other agencies as deemed necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

Applicants must be able to work all shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent; additional education in communications preferred. One-year experience as a dispatcher preferred. Type 40 WPM. Wage: 2016 $17.11; benefits include life insurance, sick, vacation, and personal days, paid holidays, and Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) contributions.

Applications available in the Administrator’s office at Pine County Courthouse or by visiting www.co.pine.mn.us and clicking on Employment Opportunities under Quick Links.

Application Deadline: August 26, 2016 Mail application to: Pine County Human Resources 635 Northridge Drive NW Suite 200, Pine City, MN 55063

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PINE CITY PIONEER

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS THE PIONEER?

AUGUST 25, 2016

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Mason, Ava and Oskar Rydberg brought along their hometown newspaper while visiting family in New Jersey with a few stops at The World’s Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden, where they brought the paper to the New York Rangers locker room. The Pioneer, and kids, also made their way to the Prudential Center, home of the New Jersey Devils.

MIKE GAINOR | THE PIONEER

Journalists of the future Kids from the Pine Children’s School Age program swung by the Pine City Pioneer office on Aug. 11 to learn about the importance of newspapers and find out what it takes to put together an issue every week.

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Dan and Arlette Miller and Kay and Jim Rarick – along with their favorite paper – traveled to Wasilla, Alaska this past July.

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John and Carol Skluzacek and grandson Chris Russell of Mound City, Missouri were enjoying the Pioneer at Cedar Lake Camp, Perrault Falls, Canada, after a day of fishing and blueberry picking.

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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On a recent motorcycle trip Julie and Sarah Dickey and Colleen Jurek shared their Pine City Pioneer newspaper with a policeman in Rogers, Arkansas on Aug. 18.