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The Ferris Wheel at the Pine County Fairgrounds was under construction on Monday, July 31 in preparation for opening day on Aug. 2.

It’s Fair time ‘Something for everybody’ as the 125th Pine County Fair runs Aug. 2-6

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At the July 27 meeting of the Pine City Council, Mayor Carl Pederson noted that the county plans to invest more money in the building.

According to the county’s capital improvement plan, those

Pete Leibel has a lot of Pine County Fair memories.

“When I was a kid I used to ride my bike down here,” Leibel said. “I used to come down all the time.

Always loved the Fair.”

Leibel is now the president of the Pine County Agricultural Society Board of Directors, known more informally as the Fair Board. As the preparations for the Fair headed into their final hours, he and other Fair Board members talked about what gets them excited about putting on the five-day event, now celebrating its 125th year.

“At the Pine County Fair we kind of strive to have a little something for everybody,” Leibel said. “All the horse people spend a lot of time on their horses, the derby guys spend a lot of time on their derby vehicles.

We have a lot of arts and crafts, and the flowers, the fruit and the vegetables. There’s something for everybody at the Pine County Fair.”

He said he’s looking forward to a new – and free – event this year. On Sunday at 1 p.m., the Fair will be hosting the pig races made famous in Leader, Minnesota at the Pine County Fair Grandstand. As the crowd cheers, a team of piglets will race around a specially constructed track. Each piglet has a color, and crowd members who picked that color will have the chance to win prizes.

He also said he’s looking forward to the Power

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The star of the classic children’s book “The Rainbow Fish” spent a little time out of water visiting with young fans at the Aug. 1 National Night Out celebration in Pine City’s Robinson Park. More photos from National Night Out on Page 19.

City, county hammer away at long-term city hall solution

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Members of the Pine City Council continue to debate options for city hall, even as city and Pine County officials wrangle over details of a long term lease agreement to remain in Pine Government Center.

Despite tentative offers from the city to purchase the first floor and garage of the building, the county

intends to retain ownership of the entire Pine Government Center.

Pine Government Center currently houses Pine City’s city hall offices and meeting space on the first floor and Pine County Health and Human Services offices on the second floor and lower level. It also rents space to the Pregnancy Resource Center on the lower level.

The city currently has an agreement with the county to pay

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Organizers excited for Pine County Parade

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Organizers hope for clear skies and good weather as the Pine County Parade marches down Pine City’s Main Street.

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The Pine County Parade will soon be taking to the streets of Pine City, and organizers with the Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce are looking forward to offering a grand and enjoyable spectacle. “So far we have 93 different units that have registered to be part of the parade,� said Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Becky Schueller, who has been part of the parade for the past 12 years. “We anticipate it to be a nice, full group of local organizations, businesses and performance groups.�

She said the number of units in the parade is large this year, especially with it not being an election year. “We’ve grown,� Schueller said. “We’ve been able to invite some new performance groups this year, or some we haven’t seen in a while.�

Some of those performers include the Zuhrah Shrine bagpipers, a motorcycle group and mini-ATV performance team, and the T-6 Thunder Flight Team starting off the parade with the traditional flyover.

She said that multiple fire departments are coming from the surrounding communities, and the Minnesota Wild mascot will also be making a visit.

Another feature hearkens back to the rural heritage of Pine County. “Arnie Smetana has organized a group of antique tractor owners,� Schueller said. “It has been a few years since we’ve seen antique tractors as a unit in the parade, so we’re excited that they’re back.�

One other difference this year is that the Pine Area Chamber of Commerce will have their own float in the parade. “We’ll include our Chamber president Julie Samuelson, and Citizen of the Year

Mary Jo Mettler as part of our float,�

Schueller said. “But we also wanted to provide a way for all of the people ... to see the local businesses that have sponsored the parade.�

She noted that to bring all the performance groups the chamber raises $57,000 from local sponsors. “So we wanted to make sure that those folks that are making financial contributions to the parade are recognized in more than just print ads and radio ads – they’re part of our float as well,� she said.

Schueller said that the organizers are hoping for a good turnout from specatators, and a good, clean parade. “We have Waste Management providing garbage cans at each block on the route, so we’re asking for the public’s help in cleaning up after themselves as they’re leaving,� she said. “Pine City’s always been very conscientious about cleanup, and we’ve never had a problem ... but it’s just really nice to have those garbage cans there. So just take the time to fill them up so that we can keep our streets clean for the rest of the weekend.�

When asked if she expects good weather, Schueller laughs. “I personally never look at the forecast in the week leading up to the parade,� she said, chuckling. “It’s kind of this superstition that I have now. If I just don’t look, everything’s going to go smoothly. “In all the years I’ve done the parade we’ve been very, very lucky,� she continued. “We’ve never had to cancel the parade. But if weather were to be an issue for safety issues ... we’d post cancellation information on the Chamber website and our Facebook page. “But it’s not going to happen,� she said. “Because the sun’s going to be out.�

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Among many other attractions, a contingent of antique tractors will take part in this year’s Pine County Parade.

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AUG. 2 - 6 Pine County Fair The Pine County Fair goes on from Wednesday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 6. Rides open at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.

Grandstand events include the demolition derby, tractor pull, truck pull, kids pedal tractor pull and kids power wheels demolition derby. The parade is at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5.

Other events include an antique tractor and machinery show on Thursday beginning at 9 a.m., a lumberjack show on Friday and Saturday, the Pine County talent show on Sunday at 2:30 p.m., live music at the bandshell and beer garden every day of the fair, horse shows, open class exhibits, 4-H activities and more.

For a full schedule of events, times and updated premium lists, go to www.pinecountyfair. com or find the fair tab in your July 16 Advertiser.

AUG. 3 Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature the Whitesidewalls Rock ‘n Roll Revue at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www.ci.mora.mn.us.

NAMI support groups A National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Connection peer support group for adults recovering from mental illness meets weekly on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Cambridge Medical Center, 701 S. Dellwood Street, in Cambridge. Trained facilitators who are also in recovery lead NAMI Connection groups.

For more information, contact Danie at 763-219-6236 or 651-6452948.

AUG. 4 Braham Pie Day Friday, Aug. 4 is the 28th annual Pie Day in Braham at Freedom Park. The event includes pies in the park, pie-eating and pie-baking contests, crafters, a quilt show (10 a.m., Braham City Hall), performing artists including the Pie-Alluia chorus, a medallion hunt, collector car and “Pie in the Sky” and “Pie in your Eye” shows and much more. Guests can start the day with a pancake breakfast at the Braham Event Center at 7 a.m. For more information call 320-396-4956, or visit www.pieday.com for the full schedule of events.

AUG. 5 Author visit in Cambridge Scout & Morgan Books in Cambridge welcomes local award-winning children’s book author and radio personality Angela Halgrimson on Satur-

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day, Aug. 5 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Angela will be reading her latest book, Nobody Likes A Booger, and will be sharing stories about her writing, radio show, and her life after surviving a traumatic brain injury.

For additional information visit scoutandmorganbooks.com or email books@scoutandmorganbooks.com.

AUG. 5 & 6 Minnesota Mounted Shooters On Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 5 and 6, the public is invited to watch the Minnesota Mounted Shooters perform at the Heidelberger arena on Hwy. 70, 2 miles west of I-35. The two day event will involve pistols, rifles, shotguns, horses and fast courses. Members dress in period vintage clothing. The free, family-friendly event begins at 9:15 a.m. on Saturday with singing of the national anthem.

For more information email: michelle.johnson@ co.itasca. mn.us; or call 218-398-0018.

AUG. 6 Stoffel Family Museum The Stoffel Family Memorabilia Museum will welcome visitors from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6. The museum is located on Emerald Road, one mile south of WCMP and the North West Company Fur Post.

For further information call 320-629-3219 or email pixleym@ juno.com.

AUG. 8 Family Law Clinic The Refuge Network is sponsoring a free, open to the public, Family Law Clinic on Tuesday, Aug 8, 4-6 p.m., at Family Pathways (214 Railroad Ave. NW, Mora, MN 55051). Attendees will learn the basics on Dissolution and Custody, receive helpful materials and have questions answered by an attorney.

There may be an opportunity for two individuals to meet with an attorney individually after the main presentation. Consultations will be on a first come, first serve basis. For further information visit www.therefugenetwork.org or call 320-679-1737.

On Sunday, Aug. 6 Pine City Evangelical Free Church will host the Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge MnTC Choir in the Grand Stand at the Pine County Fair in a free performance on Sunday, Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. The choir’s contemporary gospel and praise songs will be accompanied by inspiring client stories of addiction recovery. Additionally, a representative from the program will be available following the service to answer questions about the programs of MnTC. For additional information call John Bartikoski at 218-740-5502.

OSAC author visit On Sunday, Aug. 6 the public is invited to hear Pine County author Genevieve Jordayne read from her novel “Frontline Angel” at the Old School Arts Center in Sandstone. This novel tells the story of an Army nurse on Bataan during WW2. Free and open to the public, refreshments will be served. Email franlevings@gmail.com for more information.

AUG. 7 Free sports physical clinic FirstLight is offering free high school sports physicals (a requirement to play high school

PCHS Dragonettes dance team fundraiser Ruby’s Pantry is having a special fundraiser for the Pine City High School Dragonettes Dance Team on Wednesday, Aug. 9 at the Pine City Free Church from 5-6:30 p.m. All proceeds go to the dance team to raise money for uniforms. Call 651-674-0009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org for more information.

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On Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the public is invited to Northern Hollow Winery’s 2017 Art Festival. There will be live music, wood fired pizzas, wine, sangrias and more. The winery is located at 6916 Canary Road, Grasston. For more information call 320-266-8691 or email Jimt@ northernhollowwinery.com.

On Thursday, Aug. 10 the Minnesota Zoomobile is bringing its “Cool Animals of the North” program to the Pine City library at 10:30 a.m. and the Rush City library at 1:30 p.m. Open to all ages, experience a variety of live animals native to Minnesota and learn about ecological concepts unique to this state.

Free tickets for the Pine City event are required due to space limitations. For more information visit ecrlib.org or stop by the library.

Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature the polka sounds of the Chmielewski Funtime Band at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www.ci.mora. mn.us.

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THURSDAY 8/3 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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

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

SATURDAY 8/5 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum

From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, Aug. 14 through Thursday, Aug. 17, children from ages 8-15 are invited to Crex Meadows day camp in Grantsburg, Wisconsin to explore the habitats and species found at Crex. Preregistration is required; visit www. crexmeadows.org to learn more.

Children ages 3 to 5 and their siblings are invited to the Rush City Public Library on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 4 p.m., for “Explore MN!” themed stories, songs and more at Summer Preschool Storytime. This free activity is part of the library system’s summer reading program, “Reading by Design!” Visit www.ecrlib.org for more information.

FirstLight Health System is hosting a free community picnic on Tuesday, Aug. 15 from 5-6:30 p.m. at its Pine City Clinic, 1425 Main St. N. There will be free grilled chicken sandwiches, salad, chips, cake and beverages. For information, call 800-245-5671 or visit www.firstlighthealthsystem.org.

AUG. 16 Hwy. 48 improvement meeting The Minnesota Department of Transportation has scheduled a public open house on Wednesday, Aug. 16 at the Hinckley Community Room, 106 1st St. SE, 4 - 6 p.m., to ask questions and learn more about the resurfacing and improvement project of Hwy. 48 that begins Sept.

11. For more information visit www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/projects/hwy48hinckley/; call 800657-3774; or 800-627-3529 (Minnesota relay).

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SUNDAY 8/6 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 8/7 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m.

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

AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 8/8 American Legion: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m.

Pine County Republicans: 7:30 p.m., Tobies, Hinckley WEDNESDAY 8/9 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

SENIOR DINING Aug. 7 - 11 Monday: Goulash, seven layer salad, corn, wheat bread, warm apple slices Tuesday: Swiss steak, onion roasted potatoes, beets, wheat bread, frosted white cake Wednesday: Breaded fried chicken, whipped potatoes with gravy, scandinavian blend vegetable, wheat bread, coconut pineapple bar Thursday: Special of the Day Friday: Baked chicken breast and bun with lettuce and tomato, baked beans, creamy cucumbers, glorified rice 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.

Duck banding at Crex The Magnificent Red Hatters of Pine City On Thursday, Aug. 10, the magnificent Red Hatters will meet for lunch at Vannelli’s Landing, 13646 Muffies Lane, on the southwest corner of Lake Pokegama at 11:30 a.m. RSVP to Bonnie Henze at 320-629-4633,

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Those ages 8 and up are invited to help capture, band and release local ducks at Crex Meadows in Grantsburg, Wisconsin, on Friday, Aug. 18 from 6-8 p.m.

Beginning at the visitor center, participants will receive instructions, then carpool to the banding site. Preregistration is required and space is limited; visit www.crexmeadows.org.

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Beware of student loan companies that charge high fees to do what you can do for free In recent years, many “student loan assistance companies” have formed to take advantage of the unprecedented levels of student loan debt. Consider: The cost of college has increased over 1,000 percent in the last 30 years.

Approximately 40 million p people nationwide owe over $$1.2 trillion in student loan d debt (more than double the a amount owed in 2007).

Student loan debt is now the ssecond largest form of consume er debt—second only to home m mortgage debt.

About $120 billion of federal sstudent loan debt was delinq quent in 2012—a 30 percent inc crease from 2011.

At the same time, many gradu uates have faced a bleak emp ployment market: One recent analysis estim mated that one in four recent c college graduates was unemp ployed or underemployed. The M Millennial generation makes u up about 40 percent of the une employed.

One in four Millennials has had to move back home at some point after entering the workforce due to financial hardship.

Incomes for those ages 25 to 34 have fallen every year since 2007 in every area except health care.

With many recent graduates struggling to find jobs and the amount of student debt rising, the student loan assistance industry—and the opportunity for scams—has grown.

Student loan assistance companies sell services that claim to help borrowers manage and repay their student loans. Companies have flooded internet search engines with promises of reducing, forgiving, or eliminating consumers’ student loan debt.

Don’t be fooled. Student loan assistance companies try to hide the fact that they charge hundreds or thousands of dollars for something borrowers can do for free. The companies often claim to have “inside information” or special relationships with the U.S. Department of Education to dupe borrowers into paying.

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Everyone has their own great Fair memories A few days ago, Daniel Finger stopped in the office with a press clipping he wanted to share. It was from 1967 – the 75th anniversary of the Pine County Fair – and showed the results of that year’s tractor pull contest.

“Perhaps the largest crowd in g r a nd st a nd history was on hand for the tractor pulling contest, the first one held at a Pine County fair,” the 1967 Pine Poker-Pioneer article stated. “About 1,200 people viewed the contest.”

Daniel’s father, Duane Finger, took first place in the Class D contest, for tractors under 11,500 pounds. As Daniel remembers it, just as Duane got rolling on his winning run there was a mixup at the gate into the grandstand arena, which was either being closed too early or opened too late. Well,

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Duane wasn’t going to let a little thing like that stop him, so he kept his foot on the gas and blew through the partially-closed gate, throwing it off its hinges, and went on to win his heat.

It’s a great memory, and reading through the names of the winners of the very first tractor pull contest in Pine County, there are a lot of other familiar local names: Merle Swanson, Morris Mold, Dennis Johnson and Clyde Moulton of Rush City; Frank Rydell and Art Mans of Hinckley; Wally Bismark of Cambridge and Robert W. Johnson, Kurtiss Rike, Robert Struss and James Sward of Pine City.

I’m sure each of those families has their own great memories of their victories at the Fair, and I know for a fact that just about everyone who has been coming to the Fair for a while has warm memories of their own. I’ve heard the Fair described as an all-town reunion for Pine City, and it’s not unheard of to run across someone who has traveled halfway across the country to make it to the Fair.

I’ve witnessed a couple of Pine County Fair engagements, and I hear there were even weddings at the Fair at one time.

Working for the Pioneer has given me a reason (more like an excuse) to spend a lot of time at

the Fair and so I’ve got my own storehouse of stuff that makes me smile when I start thinking back.

I remember my first year taking photos on the sidelines at the Derby and getting caked in Derby mud from a couple of wheel-spinning big trucks, which I was pretty proud to wear around for the rest of the night. The grinning, determined, excited kids in the pedal pull contest and the power wheels derby are always just awesome.

I’ve been proud of my stepdaughter when she won ribbons for her knitting, I’ve chuckled at my stepson the first year he got to run around with his friends at the midway without parental supervision. I’ve had breakfast with friends at the 4-H building, and great late-night conversations in the beer garden.

I look forward to Fair Week every year, and every year I’m grateful that the thing only lasts five days, because honestly, by the end of it I’m beat.

We’re always happy to hear from our readers, and we’d love it if you’d send in your own Pine County Fair memories to share. Just send your thoughts to editor@pinecitymn. com.

Well, like Jackie Gleason used to say, “And awaaay we go!” See you at the Fair!

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To the Editor: This is a word of advice for anyone contemplating a divorce with children and considering a 50/50 custody arrangement.

I was helping a friend through court to obtain custody of his children. This was not his original intent, but after further investigation he realized things that would madden even the coldest at heart.

Who would ever think that CPS would not investigate when a mother smokes marijuana in the home with children in the same room, or drinks excessively and decides to send her children to live with someone else? Having 50/50 custody does not give the noncustodial parent additional rights in making decisions.

Apparently the custodial parent may send the children to live with someone else and not advise the other parent. They do not even need to disclose where the children are living or with who.

If a parent is smoking pot and getting drunk in the same room as their children, according to the rules, there will be no intervention as long as the parent is able to pour a bowl of cereal for dinner. A young child is not able to address the court to explain any abuse, or substance abuse issues.

Anyone familiar with abuse issues understands that they operate under a code of silence. Our children deserve better and our system needs to break this code of silence and do what is best for our children.

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Fix healthcare problems, but keep insuring Americans To the Editor: Hats off to our Minnesota 8th District Congressman Rick Nolan for his work on healthcare. Meanwhile the national healthcare debate is taking up a lot of time, energy and resources in Washington DC. The Republican proposals in both the House and Senate would have devastating effects to people in the Minnesota 8th Congressional District. Their proposed cuts to Medicare and Medicaid would make it impossible for our rural hospitals and nursing homes to function; so many of rural hospital patients and nursing home residents are elderly or low income and on Medicare and Medicaid these facilities may well go out of business. Then where would people go for care?

Our Congressman Rick Nolan has stated that the Republican-led House has voted around 60 times to abolish the Affordable Care Act, yet not once has an amendment been accepted to fix the problems with it. He recognizes problems like people in the individual market where costs for insurance have become unsustainable; there are fixes for this, and they could put the individual market into a common pool. That’s what he says: let’s fix the problems with ACA and keep this good insurance for Americans vs. proposals like Senator Ted Cruz’s which would allow people to buy plans with less coverage, which when you need it, it doesn’t cover your condition.

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Co-workers helped postal worker shock his grain in 1942 10 Years Ago, 2007 The Mullins Pine City Chrysler Dodge dealership in Pine City is in the process of being sold to Denny F. Hecker who also owns the Car City GM dealership in Pine City.

It was a painstaking process, but Don Hoaglund, w with the help from his daughters, w able to restore a photograph was f from 1915 and do the research to d determine what the picture is of.

I shows the partcipants in a state It firemen’s convention that was held i Pine City that year. in The kids in the Pine County 4-H H Horse Project, including Sheila V Vandevere and her horse, Snicke ers, have been at the Pine City a arena every week for two months w working on their events.

A Rush City man, Steven Dav Pawliszko, was arrested for vid s stabbing his girlfriend eight to 10 t times.

Sean Tschirhart has joined the A Arlan Norwood State Farm Insura ance Agency in Pine City.

Dustin Fore of Pine City just m made his dream come true. The 1 15-year-old motocross racer has qualified for the largest amateur motocross race in the world, the 26th annual AMA/Air Nautiques Amateur National Motocross Championships at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch in Tennessee.

Cindy Bostrom-Dahlin, and her husband Kurt, were recognized for working with the Pine County Soil and Water Conservation District to stop erosion and create wildlife habitat on their Cross Lake shoreline.

Casey Anderson of Pine City was surprised at the Miss Pine City pageant when she was recognized for her years of service on the pageant committee. She received the Minneapolis Aquatennial Commodore’s Award for her commitment to the community and the huge role she has played in the Miss Pine City contest through the years.

Sgt. Wesley Kubat came home after serving 22 months in Iraq.

His dad, Kevin, and Joy bought him a lifetime membership in the VFW for Christmas last year.

25 Years Ago, 1992 Six girls, each hoping to be the next Miss Pine City, will meet the public tonight, Aug. 6, when the coronation ceremony is held in front of the grandstand at the Pine County Fair. They are Jennifer Hagestuen, Kara Berchin, Robin Schimming, Michelle Mikyla, Dawn Cummings and Jenny Wiener.

When Ray Wimmer and Leonard Hinze amble into the Pioneer office in the spring, it can only mean one thing. It’s time to start thinking about the Pine County Fair. Actually, Hinze, Wimmer and the other members of the Pine County Fair Board rarely stop thinking about the fair. When they wrap up this year’s Centennial event in the wee hours of Monday, Aug. 10, they will soon turn their thoughts to next year’s celebration.

Ray Schultz of Pine City is Pine County’s outstanding senior male citizen this year and Adelaide Bonnin of northern Pine County is the outstanding senior woman.

Singing the National Anthem at a Minnesota Twins game is quite an honor and a quartet from Pine City will experience the thrill on Aug. 12. Jory Johnson, Stephanie Mattison, Steve Hobson and Nick Kirch-

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Softball squad starts epic run in 1977 The Pine City Bob’s Standard softball team was league champions 40 years ago in 1977, and four years out of the 10 that followed they were undefeated. Top row (l-r): Butch Carlson, Brian Holien, Ed Schumacher, Jack Worrel, Bill Sauter, Wally Connaker, Donny Stoffel. Bottom row (l-r): Doug Spindler, Joel Mikyska, John Eberhart, Jeff Hoffman, John Schumacher, Lenny Stoffel.

berg were chosen from several groups of students who auditioned for the job.

The Camp New Hope wagon train rolled into Pine City via Highway 70 and the Government Road. On its journey from White Bear Lake to Camp New Hope in McGregor, 35 to 40 outriders and seven to nine wagons participated. Fire Chief Paul Miller volunteered his time to bring water to the horses with the new tanker and Skip Pitzen, from the sheriff’s office, escorted the train through town on horseback. The event raises money for the camp which serves people with disabilities.

Several Pine City youth participated in the Mr. G’s Open tennis tournament. Kristin Anderson took first place in singles play for girls 12 and under. Kim Schultz was second and Beth Bible won the consolation bracket. Jonah Sauter was the champion in first singles for boys 12 and under. He was followed by Kip Rydberg in second place and Jacob Kruse, consolation.

50 Years Ago, 1967 Mrs. Fred Tuma of Pine City was surprised to discover a maverick Easter Lily in her garden splendidly in full bloom. The plant, in this oddity of nature, somehow forgot it was supposed to hold off until next Easter before bursting forth with its lovely white flowers and instead did so under a hot mid-summer sun.

The Pine City High School purchased new uniforms for the summer parades. The summer uniforms, which are in the school colors of green and white, are most attractive.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Mattson on the birth of their daughter, Kelly Ann, born Aug. 5.

75 Years Ago, 1942 Earl Bombard, carrier on the Sanatorium to Pine City route, had 14 acres of grain cut on Monday and needed some extra help to shock it so the force at the post office volunteered to do the job for him, with some help on his part of course. They did a good job too, according to Earl.

George Clem, scout master, returned last Saturday afternoon from Camp Laurie near Cromwell where he spent the week with five Pine City Boy Scouts. The boys, Ted Wenborg, Terry Daley, Jim Boo, John Bede and Ronnie Biederman, had a dandy time.

Russell O. Mills of Montevideo became owner and publisher of the Cambridge North Star on Aug. 1, having purchased the plant from its long time owners L. O. Carlson and son.

100 Years Ago, 1917 The sophomore and junior classes have presented the high school with a new 6x10 foot flag, which may be seen on the new flag pole during good weather.

Tag Day for the Red Cross last Saturday was a dandy day and netted the treasury of the society upwards of $800.

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Henry Davis has contracted to move Michael Hodak’s barn which was moved about eight feet from its foundation during the storm of two weeks ago, to its former position. The barn is a new 32 x 60 foot structure and will require considerable work to put it back into shape.

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Ruby’s Pantry raises funds for Dragonettes Ruby’s Pantry is helping to raise money for the Pine City Dragonettes high school dance competition team to help pay for uniforms, competitions and travel. The Pine City High School Dragonettes are on their fourth year and Jennifer Barth is the coach.

Ruby’s Pantry is entering its 15th year of serving communities with donated overstock food and goods to fight hunger and disease. Ruby’s Pantry started from humble beginnings in May of 2003 in Pine City and has now grown to serving communities from the North Dakota, South Dakota, Canada, Iowa, Michigan and Illinois borders.

Ruby’s Pantry provides large quantities of food directly to families through sponsoring churches.

Funds for the Dragonettes will be raised at a special food distribution Wednesday, Aug. 9 at the Pine City Evangelical Free Church, 625 Golf Ave. SW. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the distribution starts at 5 p.m. and ends at 6:30 p.m. unless food runs out earlier. Registration forms are available at the distribution or online at www.rubyspantry.org.

All the funds raised through donations at the distribution will go to the Dragonettes dance team.

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The AANP annually bestows this award to a nurse practitioner (NP) in each state who demonstrates excellence in their area of practice. Dr. Good, who is one of 7,663 NPs currently licensed in Minnesota was honored at the AANP’s Salute to the States event in Philadelphia.

Good practices at FirstLight Health System in Mora where she has helped numerous patients suffering from mental illness since she started there in 2012. In addition to her role at FirstLight, Good is a nurse clinician consultant for an independent private practice and is the director of psychiatric services at Recovering Hope Chemical Dependency Treatment Center in Mora.

“I am so proud to represent FirstLight and the other amazing NPs who serve our communities,” said Good. “I especially want to acknowledge Dr. Tim Richardson, my collaborating psychiatrist; Jessica Stokes, RN; and my colleagues Janet Wilkinson, APRN, ANPBC and Mary Lagaard, DNP, APRN. These amazing individuals have all helped me to be the provider and person I am today.”

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‘Kitty Krusaders’ bring feral cats in from the wild

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A new volunteer group is leading the crusade against an overabundance of feral cats in Pine, Kanabec and Aitkin counties.

Sue Osterdyk launched Kitty Krusaders, in June 2016, after finding there were no cat rescues in the area. Osterdyk said, “I had to be part of the solution in some small way because there were so many beautiful animals being euthanized. Spaying and neutering is the key.”

In their first year, Kitty Krusaders has adopted or sent to other rescues over 200 kittens and cats.

In hopes of reducing the number of feral or barn cats, Kitty Krusaders sets live traps for cats which are then vetchecked, spayed or neutered and vaccinated.

When Kitty Krusaders begins trapping in an area, they post a notice on their page and on “What’s Happening in Kanabec County” on Facebook. This serves as a warning for people in the area to make sure their own cats stay inside and trapped by accident..

If a pet cat is trapped, the owner must come forward within five days. Microchipping a pet cat is the best way to prove ownership.

The unclaimed cats are vetted then placed in a foster home and posted as being up for adoption with the requirement that it will be kept as an indoor cat.

A home visit is conducted. The adoption fee is $150. Extra costs are covered by Osterdyk who works a second job so she can do so. Kitty Krusaders is not a 501c3 non-profit so reduced vet care and grant availability is limited.

Kitty Krusaders networks with Angels of Hope, Last Hope and Ruff Start Rescue to move the kittens and cats into areas with high adoption rates. Animal rescues and shelters work with animals differently. A rescue organization collects an animal directly from the environment or an owner with the intent of having the animal become adoptable, no matter long it takes. A shelter takes in all animals that are surrendered. Depending on the shelter, if more space is needed animals are euthanized. Many rescues take in animals marked for euthanasia.

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“Cat adoptions in rural areas are difficult. People see no reason to pay for a cat when there is an endless pipeline of free cats available,” said Osterdyk.

Osterdyk also said there are benefits to adopting older cats. “Remember kittens grow up fast. They do not remain small and cute. By adopting an older cat, we can tell someone about their personality, their bad habits and what cat would be best for their family,” said Osterdyk. Kitty Krusaders provides startup supplies for adopters. Their goal is to place the cat in its forever home by helping the new owner make an informed choice.

Kitty Krusaders volunteers provide information on where to find financial help to manage chronic illnesses, what are breed characteristics to consider and where to obtain reduced-cost food.

“There is no way to tell, just based on appearance, if a cat is feral or a pet cat that has been left behind,” said Amanda Kennedy, a Kitty Krusaders volunteer.

Cat rescuers refer to barn/feral cats as ‘under-socialized.’”

The cats may become fearful of people and other animals. Once the cat feels safe in a Kitty Krusaders foster home, “They may turn out to be a loving pet, sometimes in only a couple of days,” said Osterdyk.

Cats that cannot be adopted may intentionally be returned to the area where they were trapped. When a feral cat is removed from a territory, other feral cats will move into the territory. When a cat is trapped, neutered/spayed and returned to the original area; no new cats will move in. There will be less fighting, less contagious disease among the cats, and the population will naturally die off on its own.

KITTEN SEASON The spring-summer season is the peak of kitten births. Cats can get pregnant as early as four months old and produce 15-20 kittens per year. Having enough people to trap and foster becomes more difficult. Spaying and neutering remain the key. In addition, Osterdyk said, “Even if someone is allergic to cats, there is something they can help with.”

Ostyerdyk said volunteers can: • Trap/foster/transport • Build feral cat houses and/or cat hammocks

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This cat named “Yukon” was trapped by the Kitty Krusaders in July. He was underweight and covered in burrs. While his captors originally thought he was feral, it now seems that he was an abandoned pet.

• Sponsor a fund-raising event, a mobile spay/neuter clinic or a cat • Set out donation cans • Recruit volunteers • Share adoptable cat Facebook posts • Obtain donated wire crates, food, bedding, litter • Notify Kitty Krusaders of barn homes or working shops that can take cats unable to be socialized into a home or released into their

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Readers may view adoptable cats and kittens on the Kitty Krusaders Facebook page. Contact Kitty Krusaders at www.kittykrusaders2016@gmail.com, or 320-496-5237 to volunteer, to donate, or to ask questions about how to keep a pet cat a happy, healthy family member.

Melonie Shipman is a contributing writer for the Kanabec County Times.

Many benefits gained when native plants take root

BY LAUREN MEISTER UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION PINE COUNTY MASTER GARDENER

The decline of bees has received a lot of attention lately, bringing to light the importance of our native plant species and biodiversity. However, they are not the only ones to benefit from native plants. There are many reasons to include them in your landscape. Bring together beauty and sustainability, and consider these four benefits of planting native plant species.

LOW MAINTENANCE A little research goes a long way when planting a native garden. Having a good understanding of the characteristics of the space and what plants will thrive

there will save a lot of unnecessary work in the long run. Before you start planting observe what kind of sun exposure the location has, the soil type and the moisture level. Look for woodland plants to put in shade, prairie plants for a sunny and dry landscape, and lowland plants where the soil is consistently wet.

Once the plants are established, they will grow healthily without needing extra watering or fertilizing.

HABITAT RESTORATION Habitat destruction has played a major role in the decline of pollinators and other animals. Our native plant and animal species have co-evolved over billions of years and rely on each other to survive. Therefore, natives carry the right nutrients and have more nectar

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EROSION CONTROL AND RUN-OFF ABSORPTION If you live on a lake, having natural areas will help control erosion and absorb pollutants that would run off into the water. Poor water quality has a great impact on fish and wildlife, human health, and recreation. Buffer zones on shorelines help keep lakes clean. Planting natives, especially grasses and prairie plants on slopes prevents the soil from eroding into the water. They have much longer rootsystems than non-natives,

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Artist explores boundaries at Art Center

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The work of a Twin Cities artist fascinated by the structure of human geography will be on display at the Pine Center for the Arts (265 5th Street SE) gallery starting on Aug. 11.

A first generation college graduate, Kitzhaber now teaches painting, drawing, design foundation and art seminar/exhibition classes at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. She has been a professional artist for over 20 years, exhibiting her work and winning awards in regional, national and international venues.

She now has a studio in the Northrup King Building in northeast Minneapolis.

In 2013, Kitzhaber was awarded a Minnesota State Arts Board Grant to create 10-12 new artworks about physical and intangible maps. She said her art incorporates mapping and memory as a way to understand and process her travels in the area.

“I create art that is based on physical and intangible places, memories and their associated meanings,” Kitzhaber said. “Abstraction is an important part of my creative process; the history of these places and associated memories are evoked through use of color, shape, line and space. Two and three-dimensional elements are also utilized in an effort to visualize what I sense and feel intuitively. This duality in art approaches is essential because it allows the unexpected to develop within my work.”

Kitzhaber’s work will be on display at Pine Center for the Arts through the month of August. A free opening-night reception with food and beverages will be held on Friday, Aug. 11 at the Art Center.

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District General Number ....................................................... 629-4000 Bus Garage, Beth Miller, Manager.............................................. 629-2032 Drivers Ed, Connie Blazek - Registration ...................................... 629-4112

AREA LEARNING CENTER 1225 Main St SW, Pine City Coordinator, Kari Hasz ............................................................ 629-2043 ALC Secretary, Diantha Anderson .............................................. 629-4040

TEACHER STAFF

Applied Fine Arts Mr. Kevin Cahill Mr. Blake Groe Ms. Michelle Jansen Ms. Jennifer Krinke Mr. Tyler Mans Business and Computers Mr. Michael Walz Family and Consumer Science Mrs. Sara Roubinek

Health Mr. Richard Engelstad Industrial Technology Mr. Jared Eichten Mr. Tim Schlichting Language Arts Mrs. Diane Engelstad Ms. Kristen Hornung Mrs. Jennifer Hunt Mr. Ryan Larson Mrs. Jory Magel Ms. Angela Mazzuca Mrs. Stephanie Mons Mrs. Brenda Pulju Mrs. Heather Sward Mrs. Kayla Waggoner Math Mrs. Marie Bourgoyne Mrs. Kristi Davis Mrs. Jena Dennis Mr. Ted Hasz Mrs. Sue Kline Mrs. Beth Linzmeier Ms. Darcy Lynch Mrs. Kristin Unverzagt

Physical Education Mr. Andrew Burger Ms. Michelle Butkus Mr. Bill Christianson Science Mrs. Gina Ausmus Mr. Jeff Adams Mrs. Jamie Campbell Mrs. Kristin Foster Mrs. Christine Hong Mr. Tom Huettl Mr. Tom Kloeckl Mr. Michael Lundgren Social Studies Mr. Kyle Allen Mr. Milo Allen Mr. Jared Dyrdahl Mr. Nicholas Madsen Mr. Jason Rademacher Mr. Eric Wicktor Special Education Mr. James Foster Mrs. Sue Huber Ms. Johanna Johnson Mrs. Vanda Rae Nelson Mrs. Jessica Pangerl Mr. Ryan Stumne Mrs. Heather Sward Mrs. Amanda Wimmer Mrs. Jennifer Worlickey World Languages Mrs. Jamie Bulera Mrs. Christie Dunkley Mrs. Dakota Shearer

COMMUNITY ED/EARLY CHILDHOOD 700 6th Ave W, Pine City Director, Cindy Stolp ............................................................... 629-4277 Secretary, Teresa Plasek........................................................... 629-4030

VISION SCHOOL

870 Main St S, Pine City

Coordinator, Jocelyn Rydberg ................................................... 322-5119 General Number ................................................................... 322-2201

DISTRICT OFFICE

1400 Main St S, Pine City

Superintendent, Annette Freiheit ............................................. 629-4011 Business Manager, Jill Nolan ................................................... 629-4023 Director of Teaching & Learning, Nicole Laven ........................... 629-4117 Accounts Payable, Sandi Frerich ............................................... 629-4021 Administrative Assistant, Deb Wagner ..................................... 629-4010 Technology Coordinator, Matt Baker ........................................ 629-4180 Food Service Director, Hannah Knickerbocker ............................. 629-4167 Building and Grounds Director, Scott Miller .............................. 629-4125

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

700 6th Ave SW, Pine City

Attendance, Danielle Allen ...................................................... 629-4213 Principal, Stephanie Lorsung .................................................... 629-4210 Assistant Principal, Michael LeMier........................................... 629-4211 Principal’s Secretary, Coleen Peterson ...................................... 629-4212 School Nurse, Karrieann Kamppi ............................................... 629-4215 Social Worker, David Jackson ................................................... 629-4122 Unique Learners Coordinator & Title 1 Coordinator, Joanne Blake ....................................... 629-4244 Title 1 Reading, Carolyn Clark .................................................. 629-4269

JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1400 Main St S, Pine City Attendance, Linda Boland ....................................................... 629-4113 Principal, Troy Anderson .......................................................... 629-4111 Assistant Principal, Beth Landgraf ............................................ 629-4118 Principal’s Secretary, Connie Blazek .......................................... 629-4112 Activities Director, Bill Christianson .......................................... 629-4114 School Nurse, Karrieann Kamppi ............................................... 629-4214 Social Worker, David Jackson ................................................... 629-4122 Junior High Counselor, Samantha Duerschmidt ........................... 629-4121 Senior High Counselor, Kim Brubaken ....................................... 629-4123 Guidance Office Secretary, Roxanne Soderbeck........................... 629-4120

Pine City School 2017-2018 Calendar

Aug. 23 -24 Aug. 28-30 Aug. 30 Sept. 4 Sept. 5 Oct. 6 Oct.19-20

New Teacher Workshops Teacher In-Service Open House 4:30-8:00 p.m.

Labor Day First Day of School Homecoming Education Minnesota Conference No School Nov. 3 End of First Quarter Nov. 6 Teacher Workshop-No School Nov. 7 First Day of Quarter 2 Nov. Fall Conferences (See schedule below) Nov. 22 No School - Compensation Day Nov. 23-24 Thanksgiving Break - No School Dec. 22 Last Day of School before break Jan. 2 School Resumes Jan. 15 MLK Day-No School Jan. 19 End of Second Quarter Jan. 22 No School for Students/Teacher Workshop Jan. 23 First Day of Quarter 3 Feb. 19 President’s Day-No School Feb. Spring Conferences (See schedule below) March 2 No School - Compensation Day March 28 End of Third Quarter - Early Release March 29 Teacher Workshop Day - (1/2 Day) March 30 Good Friday - No School April 2-6 Spring Break April 9 First Day of Quarter 4 May 24 Graduation 7:00 p.m.

May 28 Memorial Day - No School June 6 Last Day of School - End of Fourth Quarter June 7 Teacher In-Service Day Snow days made up at the discretion of the district.

CONFERENCES SCHEDULE 11/13/17

4:30-8:00 p.m. High School

11/14/17

4:30-8:00 p.m. Elementary

11/16/17

3:00-6:30 p.m. Elem. & HS

02/26/18

4:30-8:00 p.m. High School

02/27/18

4:30-8:00 p.m. Elementary

03/01/18

3:00-6:30 p.m. Elem. & HS

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2017-18 Pine City Schools Student Supply List

Across All Grade Levels If you want your child to have his/her own headphones, that is an option. Replenish school supplies as needed.

KINDERGARTEN: 1 Standard sized backpack 1 Small snap-type pencil box (no handles) 1 8-pk jumbo size Crayola crayons 3 Boxes 24 pk Crayola crayons 1 Box Crayola markers 4 Lg black dry erase markers 4 No. 2 pencils, sharpened 1 lg pink eraser 6 lg glue sticks 2 Plastic 3-prong style folders - NO BINDERS 2 Notebooks 1 Box of tissues (or more) 1 Paint shirt 1 Clorox cleaning wipes $10 supply/party fee GRADE ONE: 1 Box Sharpened pencils 2 Boxes of 24 crayons Backpack 1 Snap-type pencil box 4 Lg glue sticks 1 Fiskars scissors 1 Pack dry erase markers 1 Lg box of tissues 1 Container disinfectant wipes 1 Box colored pencils 2 Erasers 1 Wide-rule sprial notebook 1 Box of markers

GRADE TWO: Tote bag 2 Plastic folders 2 Lg glue sticks 1 lg snap-type school box 3 Wide-lined notebooks markers 1 Box of 24 crayons 2 Pks of No. 2 pencils (sharpened) 2 Erasers Colored pencils 4 pk of dry erase markers 1 Scissors 2 Boxes of tissues 1 Lg container disinfecting wet wipes NO TRAPPER KEEPERS OR PUMPER/MECHANICAL PENCILS. Please label items with child's name.

GRADE THREE: Pencils Crayons Scissors Glue 2 Spiral/composition notebooks 2 Pocket folders Dry erase markers 1 Lg box of tissues backpack Dry erase board 1 Pkg loose leaf notebook paper Erasers Markers

GRADE FOUR: * Most supplies will be community supplies and shared with the classroom.

Please do not send additional supplies.

They will be returned home.

1 1 1/2" 3-ring binder with subject dividers 2 Pkgs. of loose-leaf wide-ruled paper 1 Take home folder 2 24 pks of No. 2 wooden pencils 1 4 pk of chisel tip dry erase markers 1 12 pk of colored pencils 1 Pair Scissors 1 White liquid glue 1 Glue stick 2 Lg boxes of tissues 1 Container of disinfectant wipes Earbuds or Headphones GRADE FIVE: 3 Pocket folders 3 Single subject notebooks 1 Three subject notebook Markers or colored pencils 24 No. 2 pencils 2 4 pks of dry erase markers 1 pack of loose leaf paper 1 Pair Scissors 1 Pk red correcting pens 1 Glue stick or glue bottle 1 Highlighter Earbuds or headphones 2 Large boxes of tissues Sanitizing wipes or hand sanitizer

Parents are asked to check with their children frequently throughout the year with regard to which school supplies need to be replenished.

GRADE SIX: Earbuds or headphones Zipper style Trapper Keeper 6 Pocket folders 6 Spiral notebooks Pencils Red pens Highlighter 1 Pair scissors 1 Pk colored pencils or crayons 1 Large box of tissues Disinfectant wipes GRADE SEVEN: Pre-Algebra 2-2.5" three ring binders Loose leaf paper Pencils Colored pencils Optional- calculator Math Bridge Notebook Folder English 7 Folder Composition notebook Pencils History 7 folder pens/pencils set of colored pencils Science 7 Composition notebook Folder Pencils Self Awareness Folder Notebook Pencils

Computers Pencils Kleenex for your locker Reading pens/pencils earbuds Study Skills pens/pencils Art Sketchbook or notebook No. 2 pencil Large eraser Ultra fine tipped black Sharpie marker) Physical Education Active wear (shorts, t-shirts, sweats) pair of non-marking tennis shoes.

Everyday Chromebooks need to be fully charged

GRADE EIGHT: Algebra 1" 3-ring binder loose leaf paper pencils Optional - Texas Instrument graphing calculator Intermediate Algebra 1" 3-ring binder Loose leaf paper Pencils TI 83 or TI 84 graphing calculator Math Bridge Notebook Folder English 8 Pens or pencils

Spiral notebook with perforated edges or (preferred) a 3-ring binder with loose-leaf paper Folder that will last the year) Geography 1.5" 3-ring binder Notebook, pencils Science 8 2 Notebooks Folder Pencils Earbuds/headphones Health Notebook Folder Pencil, black or blue pen Highlighter Art Sketchbook or notebook, No. 2 pencil, large eraser, 2 empty pop cans Reading Pens or pencils, earbuds Computers pencils FACS Notebook Folder with pockets Pens or pencils Physical Education Active wear (shorts, t-shirts, sweats) pair of non-marking tennis shoes.

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18U Doubles Champions Lydia Adams and Natalie Cahill (Pine City) and Runner-ups Maddie Gorecki and Peyton Kopel (Foley).

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Future tennis stars rule at Dragon Jr.

18U Doubles Champions Tanner Funk and Jacob Hegeman (Foley) and Runner-ups Nate Webster and Jonah Bergstrom (Pine City).

Participants in the three-day Dragon Junior Open enjoyed good weather and great tennis.

Games were played on both the Pine City and Rock Creek courts, and young athletes came from Pine City, Duluth, Virginia, Cambridge, Foley, Mora, Princeton and the state of Florida.

18U Singles Champion Parker Sell (Pine City) and runner-up Dusty Bergstrom (Pine City).

14U Doubles Champions Maddi Berglund and Ella Sell (Pine City) and Runner-ups Addie Sell and Allison Unverzagt (Pine City).

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14U Singles runner-up Peyton Smetana (Pine City) and Champion Tanner Tschumper (Foley).

14U Doubles Champions Hunter Danielson and Mason Mikyska (Pine City) and Runner-ups Masson Rydberg and Seth Linnell (Pine City).

In Focus An educational series presented by FirstLight Health System

Nutrition 101 — Are You Really What You Eat? This FREE 4-part series on nutrition and its impact on health is being offered by FirstLight’s registered, licensed dieticians.

18U Singles Champion Lydia Adams (Pine City) and Runner-up Shelbi Parent (Cambridge).

PART 3 FOCUSES ON FRUITS AND VEGETABLES. Learn about their benefits, how many to consume each day, fresh new recipes, and the latest on organics, GMOs and food safety.

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12U Singles Champion Brooke Boland (Florida) and runner-up Addie Sell (Pine City). 14U Champion Ella Sell (Pine City) and runner-up Maddie Berglund (Pine City).

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The Pine City girls basketball team played at the College of St. Benedict’s in St. Joseph at the Pacesetter Minnesota Invitational Tournament on July 29 and 30 with great success. They won four games against teams whose combined record last season was 100 wins and only 20 losses. In pool play, Pine City beat Esko, Wheaton, and Stephen Argyle to win the pool. In the championship pool, they lost to state power New London Spicer and beat Tracey Milroy Balaton to secure second place out of the 15 team field. Pictured (l-r) Alaina Steele, Lydia Adams, Hannah Lorsung, Chloe Alleman, Lily Wilson, Ali Brown, Ellie Hasz, Jolie Wicktor and Grace Langmade. Not pictured: Shelbi Matzke.

FAIR: Events, volunteers help make five days of great memories for visitors at the 125th annual Pine County Fair FROM PAGE 1

Wheels Derby at 4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, where youngsters take low-speed runs at each other in battery-powered plastic cars.

“I like to see those little kids having fun,” Leibel said. “That’s what the Fair’s all about.”

MUSIC AT THE FAIR Fair Board Member Brent Thompson said he was excited to see some of the music acts taking the stage at the bandshell and new beer garden.

• On Thursday night, Generation Nashville (Mitch Goudy and Diana Upton-Hill) will take the bandshell stage at 8 p.m.. Rolling Stone named Mitch “Best One Man Show” in 2016. Diana’s single “Southern Gentlemen” reached the Top 30 nationally and garnered eight weeks on the Billboard music charts.

• At 8 p.m. on Friday night at the beer garden Dirt Road Dixie will play country and rock favorites, led by the vocals of American Idol finalist Cindy Jo Schloer.

• On Saturday, the nationally touring Devon Worley Band will be featured at the beer garden starting at 8 p.m.

“She’s kind of a big deal, opening for a lot of country acts,” Thompson said of Worley.

See a Pine County Fair flyer for a full list of music acts coming to the Pine County Fair.

CHURCH CHOIR PERFORMS Pine City Evangelical Free Church will host the Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge (MnTC) choir at the Pine County Fair in a free performance on Sunday, Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. The MnTC Choir is known throughout the region, having performed at nearly 200 churches in 2016.

The choir’s contemporary gospel and praise songs will be accompanied by inspiring client stories of addiction recovery. Additionally, a representative from the program will be available fol-

‘At the Pine County Fair we kind of strive to have a little something for everybody.’

Pete Leibel Pine County Fair Board lowing the service to answer questions about the programs of MnTC. “This event is open to the public, and I encourage everyone to come.

You will be inspired by the message of hope brought by the MnTC Choir,” said Adam Pederson, MnTC Director of Strategic Partnerships.

VOLUNTEERS MAKE THE FAIR Fair Board Member Dick Doenz said his favorite part of the Fair is seeing old friends.

“Just get up here and meet a lot of people,” Doenz said. “It’s kind of like a high school reunion, almost. It’s just a big social gathering.

“It’s just a tradition,” added Fair Board Member Ed Pangerl.

Doenz estimated that there are 150 volunteers who put in many, many hours of work to get the Fair up and running each year, including all the groups manning food stations and event around the Fair, the Pine City Lions and Pine City VFW taking care of beer sales, to the hardworking 4-H volunteers putting together their own food stand and dozens of livestock events and exhibits, and much more.

“Countless hours,” he said. “It’s five days they’re putting in. And a lot of them are up here before and after helping. Some of those are up here just as much as the board members and more.

He pointed out that when the Fair comes to an end on Sunday, the cleanup for Fair Board members and volunteers starts on Monday – and then the whole cycle starts again until the following August – when the 126th Pine County Fair will roll back into town.

CITY HALL: Pine City, Pine County officials talking over possible 20 year lease FROM PAGE 1

investments include $50,000 for updates to the elevator control board this year, $100,000 for window replacement and $100,000 for heat control units in 2018, and a $500,000 renovation and remodel of the Health and Human Services space in 2019, which would include building code upgrades.

Pine County Administrator Ken Cammilleri said the county also plans to upgrade the air conditioning in the building.

However, Pine City officials have asked the county for further building improvements, including handicapped-accessible bathrooms on the first floor and installation of a fire sprinkler system.

20 YEAR LEASE PROPOSAL Pine County has proposed a 20 year lease of the first floor/garage of the Pine Government Center to Pine City.

Starting with the new lease, the rent would rise each year from the $50,000 per year base rate.

The county’s proposal would tie the increase in rent to the consumer price index, which means that the rent would go up at the same rate that other costs in the economy rise due to inflation.

Historical data going back to 1913 shows that prices have risen by an average of 3.22 percent per year, though it has been lower in recent years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the consumer price index is estimated to rise 1.6 percent in the coming year.

Both the city and the county would be required to give three years notice if they decide to cancel the lease in that time.

If the city makes improvements to the first floor and the county terminates the lease sooner than 20 years, the county would reimburse the city a share of the city’s investment.

COUNCIL DEBATES LEASE VS. BUILD City council members talked over their thoughts about the proposed longterm lease, and the city’s options for building a new city hall elsewhere if the county does not address their concerns.

‘If they said no to all the things that are our concerns, it makes our answer pretty easy: we need to start planning a different facility.’

Brian Scholin Pine City Council

Council Member Mary Kay Sloan brought up the city’s survey related to city hall options, and pointed out that respondents offered a variety of opinions.

“There are some that value the historical part of this building ... and there’s some that want to move on,” Sloan said.

“I think we have to value all of their input.”

Council Member Brian Scholin said the city should negotiate with the county about improvements first, and about the rent later.

“As soon as you put figures on the table, all discussion of the other aspects goes away,” Scholin said. “I think the handicapped accessible restrooms – it’s a really important thing. We talked about it last time, but then we got right onto the economics.”

Council Member Steve Ovick suggested that they share meeting space with the county in exchange for reduced rent or other considerations.

“We use [city council chambers] three or four times a month, maybe,” Ovick said. “Why wouldn’t we want to do something like that?”

“And the answer we reach with them on all those things is going to affect what we’re willing to pay for staying here,” Scholin said. “I mean, if they said no to all the things that are our concerns, it makes our answer pretty easy: we need to start planning a different facility.”

City officials planned to continue a series of discussions with county officials on the issue with the next meeting set for July 31.

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NEWS BRIEFS Pine City dialysis closing TRC-Pine City DaVita Dialysis located at 129 6th Ave. SE in Pine City, will cease operations as of Aug. 31.

During the next several weeks, patients at this location will be assisted in arranging for dialysis treatment at alternative locations to ensure their continuity of care.

Speed limit up on Hwy. 123

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Viking Coca-Cola, Chris’ Food Center support Pine City students Pine City’s Drew Steele (center) was a $1,000 winner of the “Powerade 4 Schools” program. Four other Pine City seniors – Melinda Rydberg, Elsie Lundquist, Anna Miller and Katherine Rike – were among the 25 female finalists. Though they did not win, Chris’ Food Center decided on their own to give each of the four finalists a check for $250 in their support of local academics. Also pictured are Roger Theuninck, store manager at Pine City Chris’ Food Center, and Marvin Berghammer of Viking Coca-Cola.

The speed limits on four highways in Northeast Minnesota will increase from 55 to 60 mph within the next two or three weeks. The new speed limits take effect when the new signs are posted.

Highways where the speed limit increase will occur include: Pine County: Highway 123 from the south junction with Highway 23 to the north junction with Highway 23 Aitkin County: Highway 200 from Highway 169 to Highway 2 Aitkin/Carlton County: Highway 27 from Highway 65 to Interstate 35 St. Louis County: Highway 194 from Highway 2 to Solway Road.

The speed increases are based on a traffic and engineering study of each location, which looked at past crash rates, physical attributes of the highway (such as shoulder widths and access points), and an analysis of current driving speeds.

In 2014, the Minnesota Legislature directed MnDOT to evaluate its two-lane, two-way 55 mph highways to determine whether speed limits could be reasonably and safely increased. The statewide study will end in 2019.

For updated road condition information, call 511 or visit www.511mn.org.

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Pine County Solid Waste Department recently worked with local partners to install new recycling rolloffs at the long-standing recycling shed site on Lawler Ave in Hinckley. The rolloffs are a pilot project implemented by the County as it seeks to increase the efficiency, quality, and volume of its recycling program. Public cooperation is requested in helping to keep the recycling site free of trash and litter.

The recycling sheds that were at the Lawler Ave. site have been moved to the East Central Solid Waste Commission’s Hinckley Transfer Station, 33198 Co. Hwy. 61, Hinckley, where they will be available for free residential recycling from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8 a.m.-noon on Saturday. It is hoped that this new recycling shed location, being under surveillance by transfer station staff, will offer a more clean and orderly recycling experience for Pine County residents.

Another new feature of the Hinckley Transfer Station is that small volumes of trash or furniture will no longer be subject to the $15 scale fee. Up to two bags of garbage or a single piece of furniture will be subject to a flat $10 fee at the transfer station.

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Dementia education training events are coming to Pine City later this summer and into the fall. The first training event – Dementia Friends Champion Training – will be on Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 1-3 p.m.

This training will equip community members with the knowledge and activities needed to facilitate a Dementia Friends Information Session. An Information Session is a face-to-face session that lasts approximately one hour is run by a Dementia Friends Champion. It covers the five key messages everyone should know about dementia through activities and discussion.

The goal of the Dementia Friends Information Session is to help community members understand dementia and the

small things they can do to make a difference for people living with dementia.

The training is offered at no cost. To register for the Aug. 30 session in Pine City, call Lakes & Pines at 320-679-1800 or 1-800-832-6082, option 4.

Greater Pine Area Endowment announces fall granting cycle

The Greater Pine Area Endowment has announced a second round grant cycle for 2017. The deadline for submission of grant applications is midnight on Thursday, Aug. 31. The Greater Pine Area Endowment Fund was created in 1992 as a component fund of the Initiative Foundation to develop community resources and to enhance the quality of life of individuals and families in the Pine City area. The GPAE funds have been established to provide financial resources for the needs of the greater Pine area within the physical boundaries of the Pine City School District 578.

The grant funds can be used for economic or community development projects. For economic development projects, funding will be considered for projects that lead to quality job creation or high tech employment. Projects that promote community pride and quality of life through environmental stewardship and community beautification would be considered under the community development category. The GPAE will also consider proposals that positively impact the housing, safety, employment and other needs of the more vulnerable members of the community including youth, the elderly and those who are low-income.

Since its inception, the GPAE has granted to organizations such as the Pine County Sheriff’s Department for the purchase of infant keys to AEDs; the Pine City Arts Council for the Robinson Park Gazebo Addition; and the Pine City Library for purchase of new computers.

The online grant submission process hosted through the Initiative Foundation can be accessed through the GPAE website at www.pineendowment.org.

Organizations seeking assistance in using the online system should contact Becky Schueller at 320-322-4040 or pinecitychamber@gmail.com. A copy of the grant guidelines is available online or can be picked up from the Chamber of Commerce office at 315 Main Street South. Online submissions are due by midnight on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017.

Blood shortage, donors needed

This summer, local blood bank Memorial Blood Centers is facing a serious challenge in maintaining an adequate supply of O negative, A negative and B negative blood types to meet the needs of our hospital partners in Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. Memorial Blood Centers has an urgent need for O negative, A negative and B negative blood types and is asking the community to donate blood today to help ensure blood is available for patients in need.

Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Please donate blood if you are: • In good health • Free of antibiotics for 24 hours, unless taken daily for skin condition • Symptom-free for at least three days following a cold or flu • 17 years or older—16 with written parental consent.

To schedule a blood donation at a donor center, or an upcoming blood drive, visit MBC.ORG or call 1-888-GIVE-BLD (1-888-448-3253). Walk-ins are welcome.

Dash for disabilities

St. Croix River Education District and We ‘R’ Able will hold a “Dash for disabilities” 5K fun run/walk on Sept. 9 starting at 9 a.m. in Rush City Park. To register visit http://www.scred.k12.mn.us/ or call 320-358-1211.

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Steven R. Sadler

They were married on Aug. 19, 1967, at Trinity Community Church in Minneapolis.

Jack and Carol live in Austin, Texas and have three children: Katie, David and Susan. They have four grandchildren: Rebecca, Andrew, Eva Grace and John Michael. They enjoy hiking and traveling the world together. They will celebrate their Golden Anniversary this month in Pine City and Minneapolis with family and friends.

Steven Roy Sadler, the son of Claude (Buster) a Matilda (Hedtand k Sadler, passed ke) a away on July 27, 2 2017, at Essentia H Health-St. Mary’s M Medical Center in D Duluth.

He was 65 y years old.

Steve was born on Dec. 21, 1951, and lived his entire life on the family farm. Steve married Barbara (Edin)on March 13, 1971, and they were blessed with their three children: Todd, Carrie and Ryan.

Steve worked in construction for many years for local companies. He started Sadler Septic Service in 1991 which he ran for 25 years until he sold in 2016. Steve enjoyed hunting, farming and being with family and friends, all who he dearly loved.

He was such an honorable man.

Steve is survived by his wife of 46 years, Barb; sons Todd (Dawn) and Ryan, daughter Carrie (Jason) Hampey; his six grandchildren: Amanda, Bret, Tom, Shannon, Adam and Jacob; his brother Robert (Marion); many cousins, nieces and great nieces, nephews and great nephews, brother and sister-in-law, and friends. Steve was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents and infant brother Gerald.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017, at Zion Lutheran Church in Cloverdale with Rev. Janeva Stromberg officiating. Corilla Clark will be providing music.

Visitation will be on Friday, Aug. 4, 2017, from 5 until 7 p.m. at Tatting-Methven Funeral Home in Hinckley, as well as one hour prior to the service on Saturday.

Arrangements by Tatting-Methven Funeral Home.

Sharp 50th A Sh Anniversary i John M. Sharp, Jr. (“Jack”) and Carol E. (Martin) Sharp are celebrating 50 years of marriage this summer.

Jack was born in St. Paul but moved to New York City during World War II while his father was in the Navy. He spent most of his childhood in White Bear Lake and Pine City. He attended what his siblings called “The John Sharp School” (Pine City High School) before attending the University of Minnesota.

His parents, Sue and Jack Sharp, were long-time residents of Pine City.

Carol, daughter of Grace and George Martin, grew up near Lake Harriet in Minneapolis. She attended Central High School and the University of Minnesota.

The couple met Feb. 5, 1966, at an Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity function at the University of Minnesota.

Hansen 65th A H Anniversary i Happy 65th Anniversary to Ted and Shirley Hansen on Aug. 2!

WORSHIP GUIDE

Church of Christ

Grasston Baptist Church

815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study.

Contact: Greg Douvier 320-420-1302

402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030 www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am

Hands for Pine City

Dale Evangelical Free Church

Outreach Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room, 300 5th St. SE P.O. Box 164 Sunday NIGHTS 5-6PM Pastors Julie & Brad Samuelson 320-496-3009 Hands4PC@gmail.com Facebook fan page: Hands for Pine City Existing to be the hands of Jesus to Pine City

45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris, MN 763-689-5817 Pastor/Teacher Dr. Harvey Martin Sunday School, all ages 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:25 am www.daleefc.com Awana, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm Youth, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm

First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 10:00 a.m. Sunday School-all ages, No Sunday School-June-August 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration Wednesday @ 6:15 p.m. Youth Group

Henriette Community Church

Grace Baptist Church

Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist

1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service.

7:30 p.m. Wed. Bible study, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Master Clubs for children ages 4 to 6th grade.

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

Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.

(Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107 • 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9:00a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m.

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

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

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

Pomroy Chapel

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

Living Water Fellowship

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

Open Arms Church of God

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

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

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

Living Hope Christian Center Pastor Jeremy Langmade Assembly of God 11914 Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City ¾ mile West of I-35 on Pokegama Lake Road 320-629-6136

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

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

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

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

Children’s ministry

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

South Pine Baptist Church

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

Coffee and fellowship following the service Thursday 5:30 p.m. with summer Sunday school for preK-6th

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

Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room 300 5th St SE, Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m.

(Call for location) www.southpinebaptist.org

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

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

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BIRTHS

COLLEGE Graduates

Knoll - Campbell

Waller

Kyra Jean Marie was born on June 22, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 15 ounces and was 18 inches long. Her parents are Danielle Knoll and Anthony Campbell of Grasston and Pine City. Kyra is welcomed home by sibling Baylee, 6. Her grandparents are Marsha and Dan Knoll of Brook Park, Brandi Miller and Chuck Birge of Andover.

Jestin Clayton Waller was born on July 2, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed five pounds, 9.7 ounces.

His parents are Abigail Waller and Michael Freeman of Mora. Jestin is welcomed home by his siblings Jaxtin (4) and Diavian (10). His grandparents are Danny and Flo Waller of Crookston and Joyce Freeman of Columbia Heights.

Kylie Jacobsen of Pine City graduated from Drake University at the end of the spring 2017 semester with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting degree.

Dean’s lists

Laursen

Meyer

Isla Grace Laursen was born on June 23, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Tara Laursen and Arnold Betts of Sandstone. Isla is welcomed home by her siblings Jesse, David and Ava. Her grandparents are Jim (Carrie) Laursen and Trice (Mark) Olson and Peggy Betts of Sandstone.

Sunderman Brookston Paul Sunderman was born on June 30, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, 10 ounces and was 21 inches long. His parents are Corey and Stephanie Sunderman of Mora. Percy is welcomed home by his grandparents Paul and Shelley Hunt of Mora and Bill and Lori Sunderman of Mora.

Percy William Meyer was born on July 5, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed seven pounds, two ounces and was 19 inches long. His parents are Andrew and Tamie Meyer of Isle. Percy is welcomed home by his sibling Emmalynn age 8. His grandparents are Don and Sue Diver of Wahkon and Nancy Meyer of Milaca.

Gates

Elijah Johnson of Pine City was named to the spring 2017 semester dean’s list, with high honors, at University of Northwestern – St. Paul.

The dean’s list includes full-time students with a grade point average

(GPA) during the semester of 3.65 (out of 4.0) or higher.

The following students have been named to the 2017 spring semester dean’s list at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities: Ali Fredericksen of Braham; Bailey Beckman of Finlayson; Mason Currie and Jonathan Nelson of Hinckley; Katherine Cahill, Nicholas Gohman, Tristan Kick, Cassi Miesner and Samuel Roberto of Pine City; Alison Ryan of Sturgeon Lake.

WEATHER

Kaylee Ann Gates was born on July 19, 2017, at FirstLight Health System. Kaylee weighed seven pounds and was 20 inches long. Her parents are Ashley and Brandon Gates of Swanville. Kaylee is welcomed home by her grandparents Jane and Tom Harlow of Swanville, Jennie Gates of Brooten, and David Pillatzki.

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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER July 24 - 30 Theft, burglary, vandalism

July 24, 8:39 a.m., report of burglary, Royal Heights Ln., Royalton Twp. July 24, 10:19 a.m., report of recovered vehicle, Northern Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

July 24, 2:54 p.m., report of fraud, Amber Ln., Pokegama Twp. west.

July 25, 9:33 a.m., report of damage to property, 6th Ave., Pine City south.

July 25, 11:11 a.m., report of burglary, Royal Heights Ln., Royalton Twp. July 25, 3:29 p.m., report of vehicle theft/attempt, 8th St., Pine City south.

July 26, 7:52 a.m., report of theft, 13th St., Pine City south.

July 26, 12:53 p.m., report of theft, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south.

July 27, 7:15 a.m., report of theft, 3rd Ave., Pine City south.

July 27, 4:13 p.m., report of theft, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south.

July 27, 4:33 p.m., report of fraud, Tigua Rd., Pokegama Twp. east.

July 28, 1:35 p.m., report of theft, Main St., Pine City south.

July 29, 12:00 p.m., report of property damage/hit and run, 8th St., Pine city north.

July 29, 11:07 p.m., report of theft, 5th Ave., Pine City south.

July 30, 8:56 a.m., report of vehicle prowl/entry, 2nd Ave., Pine City south.

July 30, 10:42 a.m., report of property damage, Henriette Rd./Island Resort Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

July 30, 2:46 p.m., report of burglary, 4th St., Pine City south.

July 30, 3:36 p.m., report of burglary, Freedom Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

Miscellaneous

July 24, 9:29 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Russell Rd./Milburn Rd., Pine City Twp. east.

July 25, 1:37 p.m., report of garbage call, 5th Ave., Pine City north.

July 25, 2:53 p.m., report of person with gun, Johnson Ave., Pine City south.

July 26, 8:02 a.m., report of crank 911 calls, Northridge Ct., Pine City north.

July 26, 11:39 a.m., report of tenant

trouble, Main St., Pine City north.

July 26, 2:46 p.m., report of drunk, Meadow Creek Ln., Pokegama Twp. east.

July 26, 6:55 p.m., report of trespass, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pokegama Twp. west.

July 27, 10:33 p.m., report of threats, 4th St., Pine City south.

July 28, 1:14 p.m., report of predatory offender, 3rd Ave., Pine City south.

July 28, 10:47 p.m., report of trespass, Golf Ave., Pine City south.

July 29, 6:41 p.m., report of person lost/found, Evergreen Sq., Pine City south.

July 29, 7:46 p.m., report of assault, Hurley Ave., Pine City south.

July 30, 9:22 a.m., report of disturbance, Oak St., Pine City north.

Fires and accidents July 24, 7:24 p.m., report of personal injury, I-35, Pokegama Twp. east.

July 24, 10:55 p.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Pokegama Lake Rd./Fairway Rd., Pine City Twp. west.

July 25, 8:59 p.m., report of miscellaneous fire, Creekside Ct., Pokegama Twp. east.

July 28, 6:33 p.m., report of personal injury, 8th Ave./2nd St., Pine City south.

July 30, 9:32 p.m., report of miscellaneous fire, Town Hall Rd., Pokegama Twp. east.

Jail roster July 24, Arthur Eugene Garrett Jr., warrant, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedu...

July 24, Ryan Dean Richardson, warrant, under sentence, trafficDUI- 2nd degree driving...disorderly conduct- offensive/abusiv... assaultdomestic assault- GM. July 24, Anthony Leonard Swanson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI of alcohol, DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in... DWI- 4th degree drive while impaired. Released July 26.

July 25, Nicholas Ander Robey, probation violation, under sentence, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree.

July 25, Michael Jay Tate, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, traffic- driving after revocation, govt- evading MV tax- GM, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit... Released July 29.

July 25, Michael Larry Kunshier, under sentence, traffic- driver’s licensedriving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released July 27.

July 25, Lisa Michelle Sutton, awaiting trial/court, no days- sent com traffic- DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in...; probable cause, remand-RPR, disturb- inter fere with 911 call. Released July 27.

July 25, Eric Thomas Anderson, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, theft$500 or less- M... Released July 26.

July 25, Pierre James Benjamin, Pine County warrant, govt- false name or DOB- fictitious; disturb- disorderly conduct. Released July 26.

July 25, Bruce Marvin Lafave, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

Released July 26.

July 25, Cody Harrison Podlewski, Pine County warrant, remand-RPR, contempt of court- fail to pay ord...

Released July 26.

July 25, Ryan Adam Burbul, hold for other agency, domestic abuse no contact order... Released July 25.

July 26, Anthony Valon Graham, warrant, hold for other agency, drugs5th degree- possess schedu...; under sentence, carry BB gun/rifle/shotgun/aslt wpn...flee an officer- death/ bodily injury... drugs- 5th degreeposs/procure/control su...

July 26, Dane Lewis Mishler, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, disturb- disorderly conduct.

July 26, Craig Allan Dahl, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-RPR, domestic abuse no contact order... Released July 28.

July 26, Anthony Leonard Swanson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-RPR, disturb- disorderly conduct. Released July 28.

July 26, Sheldon Jules Thayer, Pine County warrant, forgery- offer or pass counterfeit; govt- false name or DOB- fictitious. Released July 27.

July 26, Anthony Wayne Quaderer,

awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released July 26.

July 27, Christina Jane Martin, warrant, remand-RPR, pre-trial violation, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weapon- other we... domestic assault-GM- subsequent... Released July 28.

July 27, Dale John Pletcher, warrant, remand-hold, remand-bail, pre-trial violation, assault- terrorist threats reckless... disorderly conduct- offensive/abus... weapon- reckless usedangerous weapon. Released July 28.

July 27, Sarah Loretta Roybal, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, govtevading MV tax- GM, MV reg- unregistered- alter/deface... Released July 28.

July 27, Tristen Otto Salminen, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, assault- strangleadult acquaintance. Released July 28.

July 27, Jacob Richard Stauffer, awaiting trial/court, remand-RPR, probable cause, drugs- sale of small amount of marijuana, traffic- driving after revocation. Released July 28.

July 27, Joseph Michael Dunkley, hold for other agency, theft- take/use/ transfer movable... Released July 27.

July 28, Andy Ralph Garbow, hold for other agency, disturb- disorderly conduct.

July 28, Lucille Rose Kingbird, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu...

July 28, Patrick Joseph Cole, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in... driver’s license- driving restrictions...

Released July 29.

July 29, Damon Roy Anderson, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, govt- viol of harass/restr order- mis... weapon- poss- convicted felon... probable cause, govt- false name to police officer... drugs- 5th degreeposs...

July 29, Christina Marie Boyd, hold for other agency, drugs- poss/sale hypo syringe/needle, 3rd degreeposs...; theft- $500 or less- M...

July 29, Randy John Brandt, probation/parole violation, traffic- DUIcommercial motor vehicle...

July 29, Shonda Lynn Mcfaggen, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, fleeing police officer, drugs- 5th degree- poss...

July 29, Monty Michael Miels, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- terrorist threats reckless dis... domestic assault- misd...

July 29, Gloria Marie Shabaiash, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedu...

July 29, John Benjamin Shabaiash, awaiting trial/court, under sentence, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- inimical to public safety.

July 29, Lisa Marie Benjamin, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

Released July 29.

July 30, Tyler James Alleman, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, burglary- 1st degree- occ resforced- day...; hold for other agency, theft- theft of services- $250 or less...

July 30, Andrew Stephen Hutton, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, assault- domestic assault- GM. July 30, Ricky Alan Mork, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- poss...

July 30, Bradly James Paulson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, drugs- possess over 1.4 grams marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, 5th degree- poss...

July 30, Joseph Gilbert Collins, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic-DUI- 3rd degree driving... Released July 30.

July 30, Nicholas David Mangskau, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DWI- 4th degree drive while impaired. Released July 30.

July 30, Eric Lee Pangerl, Pine County warrant, ineligible voter knowingly votes... Released July 30.

July 30, Andres Rivera Ravelo, hold for other agency, traffic- careless driving. Released July 30.

There have been 1,439 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2017.

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting – Wednesday, July 5, 2017 - 10:00 a.m.

Pine County History Museum 6333 H C Andersen Alle, Askov, Minnesota Chair Ludwig called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Josh Mohr, Steve Chaffee and John Mikrot, Jr. Also present were County Attorney Reese Frederickson and Acting County Administrator Rebecca Foss.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Chair Ludwig called for public comment. There was no public comment.

Commissioner Hallan moved to approve the amended Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the June 14, 2017 Special Meeting-Committee of the Whole (Local Government Officials).

Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Hallan moved to approve the Minutes of the June 19, 2017 Pine County Board of Equalization Minutes. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Mohr moved to approve the Minutes of the June 20, 2017 County Board Meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Hallan moved to approve the Minutes of the June 27, 2017 Special Meeting-Committee of the Whole (Budget: Jail/Sheriff/Attorney).

Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report – June 2017 Pine County Chemical Health Coalition Commissioner Chaffee moved to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Ludwig moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

Approve Disbursements Journal Report June 1, 2017 – June 30, 2017.

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

DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY:

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

Stat. § 580.23 is February 17, 2018.

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

REDEMPTION NOTICE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE OWNER, THE OWNER’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., Lienor Dated: June 12, 2017 By /s/ Nigel H. Mendez Nigel H. Mendez (0347917) Carlson & Associates, Ltd. 1052 Centerville Circle Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 (651) 287-8640 ATTORNEY FOR PATHFINDER VILLAGE – ST. CROIX OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 2017 NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has been made in the terms and conditions of the Declaration of Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., (hereinafter the “Declaration”) recorded in the office of the County Recorder of Pine County, Minnesota on June 23, 2011, as Document No. 495140, which covers the following property: Legal Description: Lot 3, Block 2, Pathfinder Village-St. Croix 11th Addition, Pine County, Minnesota PID: R09-6314-000 THAT pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing as of June 12, 2017, from James P. Smith and Janice E. Smith, title holders, to Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., a Minnesota non-profit corporation, the amount of $4,415.54, for assessments, late fees and collection costs, plus additional assessments and other amounts that may have accrued since the date of this notice, including the costs of collection and foreclosure;

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Approve the Application for Abatement for Joy Perron, 52739 Hoffman Dr., Lot 39, Kerrick.

Approve Resolution 2017-41 for the repurchase of tax forfeited land on a 10-year contract for Scott and Pearl Harrer.

Approve the Solid Waste Collection and Transportation Licenses for Donna Tourville and Jones Construction Services.

Award the county snowplow contract to Premier Outdoor Services in the amount of $34,000 for 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 winters.

Approve Resolution 2017-42 – Public Employees Retirement Association Police Officer Declaration for part-time Deputy Sheriff Brandon Sell. This Resolution/Declaration indicates that Deputy Sell has met all of the requirements of the Police and Fire Plan membership requirements from his date of hire.

Approve the Health Equity Grant Agreement in the amount of $12,000.

The term of the grant is July 21, 2017 through October 31, 2018.

Approve the Follow Along Grant Project Agreement Amendment. This Amendment will extend the time and date for further funding through June 30, 2018. The Follow Along Program Grant is projected to bring to the county $2,899.50 from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018.

Authorize the hiring of Public Health Nurse Danielle Finke, effective July 17, 2017, $26.29 per hour, grade 11.

Authorize the hiring of internal candidate Piper Sauter for the Children’s Services Case Aide, effective July 10, 2017, $21.06, grade 5.

Authorize the hiring of Human Resources Manager Jackie Koivisto, $72,000 annual (exempt position). Start date as mutually agreeable between the candidate and administrator, but not later than August 7, 2017.

Authorize Lynette Forbes-Cardey to attend the Montana Summer Institute from July 10-14, 2017 in Big Sky, Montana. Total: $6,897. Costs will be reimbursed through the Planning and Implementation Grant.

Authorize Lynette Forbes-Cardey to attend the CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute in Atlanta, Georgia from July 23-27, 2017. Total $4,093. Costs will be reimbursed through the Planning and Implementation Grant.

Authorize Donna Olsen to attend SNAP training. Total: approx. $432.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve the creation of a Domestic

Violence Impact Panel. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve Resolution 2017-39 authorizing the county to enter into a Master Partnership Contract with the Minnesota Department of Transportation, and authorizing the County Engineer to negotiate work order contracts pursuant to the Master Contract. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve final payment to Tri-City Paving, Inc. in the amount of $131,212.83 for contract #1601. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Mohr to award the bid for Contract #1703 to Hardrives, Inc. in the amount of $2,823,894.70. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to schedule Special Meeting-Committee of the Whole (Budget) meetings for August 16, 2017 and August 24, 2017 at 9:00 a.m., Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to schedule a Health & Human Services Committee meeting with the Department of Human Services for July 12, 2017 at 1:00 p.m., Board Room, Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

With no further business, Chair Ludwig adjourned the meeting at 11:06 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for July 18, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota.

Matthew W. Ludwig, Chair Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator Clerk to County Board of Commissioners The full text of the board’s Minutes are available at the County Administrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on August 3, 2017

THAT prior to the commencement of this foreclosure proceeding, Lienor complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said lien, or any part thereof; THAT the owners have not been released from their financial obligation to pay said amount; THAT pursuant to the Declaration, said debt creates a lien upon said premises in favor of Pathfinder Village – St. Croix Owners Association, Inc., as evidenced by a lien statement dated May 27, 2017, and recorded on June 2, 2017, in the office of the Pine County Recorder as Document No. A-533679; THAT pursuant to the power of sale granted by the owners in taking title to the premises subject to said Declaration, said lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said property by the sheriff of said County at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, 635 Northridge Drive NW, City of Pine City, County of Pine, State of Minnesota, on August 17, 2017, at 10 a.m., at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, to pay the amount then due for said assessments, together with the costs of foreclosure, including attorney’s fees as allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by the unit owners, their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of said sale.

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

Stat. § 580.23 is February 17, 2018.

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

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

OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on September 19, 2017, at 9:00 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Natrisha L. Handt ,whose address is 1203 Pond View Drive, Braham, MN 55006 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration.

Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

BY THE COURT Date: July 27, 2017 /s/ Heather M. Wynn (signed by Deputy) Judge of District Court Bjorklund, Nicole (Pine Court Administration) Jul 27 2017 12:16 PM (COURT SEAL) Dated: July 27, 2017 /s/ Lu Ann Blegen (signed by Deputy) Court Administrator Bjorklund, Nicole (Pine Court Administration) Jul 27 2017 12:16 PM Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Bjorklund, Nicole (Pine Court Administration) Jul 27 2017 12:16 PM Attorney for: Petitioner Name: Timothy J. Peterson Firm: Attorney at Law, LLC Street: PO Box 369, 12839 Lake Blvd.

City, State, ZIP: Lindstrom, MN 55045 Attorney License No: 17323x Telephone: (651) 257-9249 FAX: Email: Published in the Pine City Pioneer on Aug. 3 and 10, 2017

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-17-54 Estate of Paul Thomas Feifarek, Decedent.

NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS. It is Ordered and Notice is given that on the 8th day of August, 2017 at 10 o’clock a.m., a hearing will be held in the above-named Court at 635 Northridge Drive N.W., Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Heather Mossow, whose address is 2401 13th St. S.W., Austin, MN 55912, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration. Any objection to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses, and sell real and personal property, and do all necessary acts for the Estate.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: June 22, 2017 /s/Judge Heather M. Wynn (signed by Deputy) Dated: June 22, 2017 /s/Lu Ann Blegen Court Administrator (signed by Deputy) Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Bjorklund, Nicole (Pine Court Administration) Jun 22 2017 1:46 PM Attorney for Petitioner: Robert J. Polski, Jr., #87439 101 E. 5th Street, Suite 1500 St. Paul, MN 55101-1819 Ph: 651-224-1776 Fax: 651-224-4883 E-mail: polskilaw@aol.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 27 and Aug. 3, 2017 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-17-69 Estate of: John Richard Handt Decedent.

NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-17-63 Estate of Jerry Dean Johnson, Decedent.

NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR

FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on Aug. 30, 2017, at 10:00 am, a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Suite 320, Pine City, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Jason D. Johnson, whose address is 58412 Fleming Road, Bruno, MN 55712 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration.

Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate, including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

BY THE COURT Dated: July 13, 2017 /s/ Heather M. Wynn Judge of District Court (signed by Deputy) Dated: July 13, 2017 /s/ Lu Ann Blegen Court Administrator (signed by Deputy) Filed in Tenth Judicial District Court Bjorklund, Nicole (Pine Court Administration) Jul 13 2017 10:55 AM Attorney for Petitioner Jacob J. Baker Hanft Fride, P.A. 1000 U.S. Bank Place 130 West Superior Street Duluth, MN, 55802 Attorney License No: 302004 Telephone: (218) 722-4766 FAX: (218) 529-2401 Email: jjb@hanftlaw.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 27 and Aug. 3, 2017

NOTICE TRC-Pine City DaVita Dialysis located at 129 6th Ave SE in Pine City, will cease operations as of August 31, 2017.

During the next several weeks, patients at those locations will be assisted in arranging for dialysis treatment at alternative locations to ensure their continuity of care.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on Aug. 3, 2017

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20 NOTICES A Private sale will be held on or after August 7, 2017 at Rock Creek Mini-Storage to settle the account of: Jane Leverenz A-20 The units contain household goods and miscellaneous.

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Kids got a chance to meet Pine County K9 Chewy, and his handler Deputy Benjamin Neel.

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Pine County lifeguards provided floats, of the ice cream and root beer variety.

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Young superstars step up at National Night Out A concert stage photo booth at the Aug. 1 National Night Out celebration in Pine Citys Robinson Park was a big hit with future hitmakers.

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Kids got comfortable in the back of an ambulance. Representatives were on hand from Fairview, Essentia and Pine EMS.

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Julie Samuelson of Hands For Pine City Church shared a little good news with a young National Night Out visitor.

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Youngsters got into games offered by local organizations.

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