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March 5 primary set as 3 vie for 11B seat BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Three candidates remain in the race to represent District 11B in the state house of representatives, and that list will be winnowed down to two next Tuesday. Candidates include Tim Burkhardt, DFL; Ayrlahn Johnson, Republican and Nathan Nelson, Republican. A special primary will be held on Tuesday, March. 5 for the Republican candidates, Johnson and Nelson. Minnesota’s District 11B covers Pine County and half of Kanabec County. The District 11B seat became vacant after Republican Jason Rarick resigned from the position effective

Feb. 12 to be sworn in as state senator from District 11. A Republican caucus was held on Feb. 18 at the Mora library and Nelson was endorsed as the party’s candidate. All other Republican candidates for the seat then withdrew except for Johnson. The DFL caucus was held on Feb. 18 at the Hinckley community center and Burkhardt – who ran for the seat against Rarick in the fall election – was again endorsed as the party’s candidate. The special election will be held on Tuesday, March 19 to fill the state house of representatives seat for District 11B. Those wishing to cast absentee ballots during

the shortened election period can obtain a ballot at the Pine County Courthouse, the Kanabec County Courthouse, or through the Minnesota Secretary of State website at mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us (https://bit. ly/1sm4scW). Absentee ballots must arrive at the proper destination (through mail or delivered by hand) by 5 p.m. on special primary day or special election day. All regular polling places across District 11B should be open for both the March 5 special primary and the March 19 special election. District 11B residents can register to vote online now or at their polling place on March 5 or March 19.

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Pine City High School was the host of the annual all-conference music festival in 2019. Students participated from several local schools. Pine City Band students pictured are: (row 1, l-r) Noah Carlson, Charlie Emmons, Collin Maiwurm, Emily Elliot, Emma Schmidt, Allyson Chromey, Abbe Sparling and Dakotah Sandel. In row 2: Trent Raudabaugh, Tobias Bulera, Rogan Collins, Trever DePoppe, TJ Rank, Emily Guzik, Daisy Koffler and Emily Schueller.

A suspect wanted on multiple Pine County warrants was arrested on Feb 16 at his residence in Brook Park. Gerald Jensen, 55 was wanted for multiple warrants involving burglary, drugs and domestic assault. Pine County deputies aided by K-9 Chaos arrested Jensen inside his residence after finding him hiding in a crawlspace beneath the home. Deputies were informed Jensen was hiding inside the residence after a traffic stop and further investigation. Deputies made entry into the home finding Jensen had barricaded the doors shut with lumber. K-9 Chaos was sent in and showed indications that Jensen was hiding under the floor. Using an access panel in the floor, K-9 Chaos was lowered into the crawl space and located Jensen hiding below. Jensen was ultimately taken into custody and removed from the crawl space by deputies. Jensen was booked into the Pine County jail on Pine and Kanabec county warrants.

New book explores unsolved Rush City murders BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Minnesota author Brian Johnson has announced that he will launch his new book, “Murder in Chisago County: The Unsolved Johnson Family Mystery,” on Thursday, March 14 in Rush City. Johnson described the night of the crime as follows: “At 3:30 a.m. on April 11, 1933, neighbors and firefighters arrived at the farmhouse of

Albin and Alvira Johnson to find a smoldering heap where a seemingly happy home once stood. Beneath the ruins, investigators found the bodies of Alvira and her seven children, but Albin’s remains were nowhere to be seen. “The authorities determined that Alvira and the children were dead before the fire, and fingers immediately pointed to Albin. Hundreds of searchers, including the illustrious Pinkerton Agency, combed the area and even crossed into Canada in pursuit of

Johnson, who was indicted in absentia for the murders. But he was never found, dead or alive. “What happened to the Johnson family and what part, if any, Albin played in the tragedy remain a mystery.” FAMILY HISTORY Johnson is the grand-nephew of Alvira Lundeen Johnson, and said the unsolved SEE UNSOLVED, PAGE 14

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Nelson wins endorsement, faces primary PRESS RELEASE

Nathan Nelson, the Republican-endorsed candidate for the March 5 District 11B special election primary announced Monday endorsements from 8th Congressional District Congressman Pete Stauber, and newly-elected Senator Jason Rarick, whose election to the Senate triggered the upcoming special election. “I’m so honored to have the support of Congressman Stauber and Senator Rarick,” Nelson said. “Congressman Stauber and Senator Rarick know the values of our district, and are strong defenders of the unborn, our second amendment rights, and Minnesota taxpayers. As your representative, you can count on me to protect life, protect our gun rights, and protect your wallets from Governor Walz and Democrats who want huge tax increases.” “I was honored to get endorsed by the Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life and I know that

Nathan Nelson shares our pro-life principles and will be a strong advocate for the unborn,” said Congressman Pete Stauber in endorsing Nathan Nelson. “As a husband and father of five children, Nathan has the courage to fight for our Minnesota values like defending life and protecting our Second Amendment rights and I am proud to endorse him in the March 5 election.” Senator Rarick added, “I’ve known Nathan Nelson for years as an advocate at the Capitol through his work with the Minnesota Farm Bureau. He’s a great choice for the House and a perfect fit for the district. I know he will protect life and defend the Second Amendment and promote our rural way of life.” Nelson faces a special Republican primary election on Tuesday, March 5, and is the only candidate in the two-person race to have earned the Republican endorsement. In addition to the endorsement from the

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local Republican party, Nelson has earned a 100 percent pro-life survey score from Minnesota’s leading pro-life group Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life, and the highest-possible grade for a first-time candidate from the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus. Nelson is a third-generation farmer whose family has resided in the

area for more than 100 years. He raises Angus beef cattle and crops on his family farm outside of Hinckley, where he lives with his wife Suzanna and their five children. Nelson is the president of the Pine County Farm Bureau, and has served on a number of local boards and committees.

Snowmobile riders throughout the state are hitting lakes and trails with a fervor. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds snowmobilers of the importance of safe and responsible riding. Minnesota has more than 22,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, about 21,000 of which are maintained by local snowmobile club volunteers. Add in the thousands of lakes on which people ride and there’s no shortage of opportunity to experience Minnesota atop a sled. Every year, however, multiple riders are killed or injured while riding a snowmobile. “Snowmobiling is fun and exciting – and is a great source of physical activity – but every time they fire up the engine snowmobilers should make safety their priority,” said Bruce Lawrence, recreational vehicle coordinator for DNR’s Enforcement Division. “By keeping a clear head and using common sense, snowmobile riders can go a long way toward ensuring a safe ride.” Here are some key safety points to keep in mind: • Don’t drink and ride – alcohol and snowmobiling are a bad combination. • Wear a helmet and proper clothing. • Drive slower at night and be prepared for the unexpected. • Check local trail and ice conditions. • Cross with care. • Avoid riding alone. • Ride safe, stay on the trail and respect private property. To legally operate a snowmobile in Minnesota, residents born after Dec. 31, 1976, must have a valid snowmobile safety certificate. Options for classroom and online safety courses can be found at mndnr.gov/ safety/vehicle/snowmobile/index.html.

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BRICK CAMPAIGN In the fall of 2017 we purchased the building in which our Gallery & Classroom spaces are located. As we enter the ﬁnal year of our Brick Campaign, we want to extend our thanks to these 2018 donors: • Greater Pine Area Endowment • Minnesota Energy Resources • East Central Energy Operation Round-Up • Pine County Agricultural Society • Joe Hobson • Frandsen Bank & Trust • Mary Thorvig • Atscott Manufacturing • Sauser’s Hardware • Pine Area Lions • Bonnie Menigo • Chris & Cheryl McHugh • Becky & Jay Schueller This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through an operating grant from the East Central Regional Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019 Members Gretchen Blaufuss - Barb Christenson - Claudia Hanson Carol VanderHorck - Sharon Howell - T. Frick Kathryn Flom - Pamela Jambeck - Melissa Strand Bonnie Menigo - Mary Thorvig - Sarah Odendahl Patricia Wagner - Kathy Marenchin - Lisa Olson Ward Mehlan - Barb Dreyer - Kelli Greder Mary Kay Brautigan - Emmaline Dunkley Brenna Richardson - Sara Rydberg - Pam Greden Nora McKinnon - Helen Clarke - Julie Crabtree Jennifer Hansmann - Leah Ames - Mary Ellen Sauser Dennis & Darlene Collins - Caroldene Carney Rebecca Utecht - Karen Melena - Barbara Orstad David Sprunk - Alyssa Alexander - Elisa Mill Mike & Heidi Gainor - Dennis & JoLynn Howard Shawnda Schelinder - Peg Skalicky Thank you to these Business Supporters: Chengwatana Township - Hands 4 Pine City Pokegama Township - Todd’s Tax Service New Horizon Thrift Store - Three Twenty Brewing Co.

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MEETINGS THURSDAY 2/28 Pine City Council: 8 a.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine County LGBT: 7 p.m., Hinckley City Hall Comm. Room

Cup cozy craft Create a cup cozy out of felt that looks like a fox has curled around your coffee cup during a fun program for teens and adults (12 and up) at the Pine City Branch of East Central Regional Library. Stop in to make this quick and easy craft from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, March 1. All materials and instruction will be provided by the library. No registration necessary, but space is limited. Call 320-6296403 with any questions.

SATURDAY 3/2 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 3/3 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

Red Cross blood drive An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Friday, March 1 at FirstLight Health System, 1425 Main St. N, Pine City, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For an appointment to donate, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

SATURDAY MARCH 2 WWII re-enactment meeting On Saturday, March 2, 2 p.m., the public, ages 16+, are invited to a World War II re-enactment organizational meeting at the Kanabec History Center, 805 Forest Ave. W, Mora, MN 55051. Come meet experienced re-enactors and others who are interested in creating a re-enactment in this area. Call 320679-1665 for more information.

Scout & Morgan welcomes True Crime authors Scout & Morgan Books in Cambridge will welcome local True Crime authors Allison Mann and Michael Brodkorb on Saturday, March 2 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. On April 19, 2013, sisters Samantha and Gianna Rucki vanished from their home in Lakeville, Minnesota during a custody battle with their parents. Their father searched for them for 944 days until they were found on a ranch in northern Minnesota. The authors spent two years analyzing court documents, reviewing investigative files, and conducting countless interviews to write this comprehensive account. For more information call 763-689-2474 or visit www.scoutandmorganbooks.com.

East Central Chorale Invitational The PCHS Concert Choir has been invited to be part of the East Central Chorale Invitational on Saturday, March 2, 4 p.m. in Cambridge at the high school auditorium. This is part of the East Central Chorale and Unum Vox. Several area choirs will perform and the public is welcome. Email jkrinke@ isd578.org for cost or other information.

MONDAY 3/4 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 PHOTO PROVIDED

Royal Neighbors of America presented a check for $1,000 to the Braham Event Center. At Santa Day a fundraiser was held where Royal Neighbors matched $1,000. This money will be used for the youth mentoring program. Pictured (l-r): Becky Turnquist, Marie Grundberg, Jane Moyer, Stella Bobo, Dorothy Johnson, Patty Lind, Bernadine and Don Damann.

SUNDAY & WEDNESDAY MARCH 3 & 6 Adult open hockey On Sunday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 6 there is adult open hockey at 8:15 p.m. at the Pine City Civic Center. Call 320-629-6995 for cost or more information, or visit www.pinecityciviccenter.weebly.com.

TUESDAY MARCH 5

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The North Chisago Historical Society invites everyone to hear Mark Miller of Pine City discuss his experience in Backyard Archeology on Tuesday, March 5, at 2 p.m. at the Rushseba Town Hall. He has an extensive collection of bottles and other items which he will show. The Rushseba Town Hall is located 1/2 mile north of Rush City on Old Hwy. 61. Email nchs-lwh@earthlink. net with any questions.

On Saturday, March 9, 5 p.m., the Pine Area Lions will host a mother and son event at Chucker’s Bowl & Lounge in Rush City. Tickets include a game of bowling, DJ and dancing and a taco buffet for each guest. Register online at signmeup.com. For more information visit Facebook @Pine Area Lions.

K of C ﬁsh fry Fridays The Pine City Knights of Columbus will host an allyou-can-eat Lenten fish fry on Friday, March 8 from 5-7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 535 8th St. SW, Pine City. Meal includes fish, potato, vegetable, dessert and a beverage. Proceeds go back into the community.

The next meeting of the East Central MN Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays will be held Sunday, March 10, at 2 p.m. at Common Ground, the Cambridge United Methodist Church, at 404 North Cypress in Cambridge. Anyone in need of support or answers on LGBT issues is encouraged to attend. Call 320-396-3128; 320272-0069; or 763-552-0084 with any questions; or visit ecmnpflag.org.

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Kids in kindergarten through the fourth grade are invited to have fun constructing awesome designs with Legos and Brain Flakes at the Rush City Public Library on Saturday, March 9 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Registration is not necessary. For questions call 320-358-3948.

On Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m., the Magnificent Red Hatters will enjoy lunch at Mom’s Parkside Cafe, downtown Pine City. To RSVP (by March 11), or for questions, call Dianne Deutschlander at 320-629-5550. Friends are always welcome.

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Corn & Soybean workshop The University of Minnesota Extension will host a “Corn & Soybean Crop Update” workshop for area crop producers on Tuesday, March 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rock Creek City Center, 7080 State Highway 70, Pine City, MN. Farmers and other agricultural professionals are invited to learn the latest corn and soybean management strategies from experts in the field. Registration is now open online at http://z.umn. edu/pine-crops-day.

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CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVES PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 • Comments: 202-456-1111 or www.whitehouse.gov/contact/ • Switchboard: 202-456-1414 Fax: 202-456-4561 CONGRESSMAN PETE STAUBER • 8TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 126 Cannon HOB, Washington, DC 20515 • 202225-6211 or Cambridge City Hall, 300 3rd Avenue NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 • stauber.house. gov/contact/email-me U.S. SENATOR AMY KLOBUCHAR 302 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • 202-224-3244 Fax: 202-228-2186 or 1200 Washington Ave. S. Room 250, Minneapolis, MN 55415 • 612-727-5220 Toll Free: 888-224-9043. U.S. SENATOR TINA SMITH 309 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 • 202-224 5641 or 515 W. 1st St., Suite 104 Duluth, MN 55802 • 218-722-2390 GOVERNOR TIM WALZ 130 State Capitol 75 Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd St. Paul, MN 55155 • 651-201-3400 Fax: 651-797-1850 • Toll Free: 800-657-3717 STATE REPRESENTATIVE • DISTRICT 11B Seat currently open. Special election Tuesday, March 19. STATE SENATOR JASON RARICK • DISTRICT 11 3411 Minnesota Senate Building, 75 University Ave, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 • 651-2961508 • sen.jason.rarick@senate.mn.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The time for action is during conventions and primaries To the Editor: On March 5, 2019, the Republican Primary for the House 11B Special Election will take place. For many people, that primary will come and go, and many fine and caring people in the community will not even notice that there was a primary until elections are long past and the government does something that makes them miserable. When we see our taxes go up or our taxpayer money is used for silly projects that we would never approve, we get upset. However, by that time, it is too late. The time for action is during the conventions and primaries. Frequently, people say they do not vote because there is no one worth voting for. That needs to change. We need to nominate and elect a good candidate in the primary who will win the special election. In addition, it is important to remember how having multiple candidates from the same political party or philosophy can lose elections. In 1912, Republicans Roosevelt and Taft ended up splitting the Republican vote, which led to an easy victory by Democratic Woodrow Wilson. In 1994, Ross Perot helped split the Republican Party, which gave us Democrat President Bill Clinton. In 2000, Ralph Nader’s third-party candidacy siphoned enough votes from the Democratic nominee, Al Gore, to get Republican George W. Bush elected.

I ask that the citizens become involved and think carefully through the entire process of electing our leaders and not wait until the final Special Election Day to pay attention. Neal Johnson Sandstone

Protect rural values To the Editor: I am writing to support Nathan Nelson for the 11B special election coming up on Tuesday, March 5. Nathan is a third generation farmer whose family has lived in our area for more than 100 years. He is pro-life, earning a perfect 100% score from Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life on their candidate survey. He’s also pro-Second Amendment, earning the highest possible score on the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus for a first time candidate, as well as the MN Gun Owners Caucus endorsement. We can count on Nathan Nelson to protect our rural values, and our wallets as well. Nathan will oppose the huge gas tax increase Gov. Walz is talking about. Please join me in voting for Nathan Nelson—the only GOP endorsed candidate in the race—for the Republican Primary on March 5.

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To the Editor: I’m a retired union carpenter living in Pine City and these are my thoughts after reviewing the positions taken by Ayrlahn Johnson and Nathan Nelson on the issues that matter to me. All in all, Ayrlahn Johnson’s willingness to articulate his views and to be held accountable to his word means a great deal to me. Nathan Nelson’s vagueness is the hallmark unaccountability. I’m happy to see Ayrlahn Johnson’s stand for constitutional carry and to see he believes our rights come from our Creator, and was disappointed to learn Nathan Nelson believes our rights come from the Constitution. As for the pro-life issue, I appreciate Ayrlahn Johnson taking the time to articulate his position and am disappointed to see Nathan Nelson taking such a vague position on such an important issue. Ayrlahn Johnson believes in ending taxation on Social Security. He’s a bold fighter that we need at the capitol. I fully support Ayrlahn Johnson and I trust him to secure my rights and my property, and to restore the heart of Minnesota. Please vote for him on March 5.

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To the Editor: I have had the privilege of knowing Tim Burkhardt for many years; I sincerely believe he is by very far the very best, most qualified candidate for State Representative to fill our District 11B representative vacancy. No one has his experience of working with the state and many small towns and cities in our district. He is on and has served on the Hinckley City Council. He has served on many boards as a volunteer and is the vice president of the Minnesota Association of Small Cities. He also has served as executive director of the Seven County Senior Federation for many years. He has all of the experience and more to become an outstanding State Representative for Pine County and the eastern part of Kanabec County. He knows and understands the problems in our area. Tim has a very long experience of communicating and working with all levels of government in Minnesota. It certainly is time to send a voice of common sense to the Minnesota State Capitol. Please, please vote early or vote on March 19 for Tim Burhardt. Charlie Rike Pine City

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The city with the magic checkbook – Chapter 2 To the Editor: The city in the heartland of America that was governed by a group of wizards and a court adviser had been running pretty smoothly after the highway liquor store episode. A new fire hall had been built with the approval of the peasants with some resistance over the costs from the big city architects. A more modest yet efficient fire hall was built. Some were in the proceedings and in the daily operations of the city with the magic checkbook the court adviser was creating adverse conditions. There was rumbling among the wizards, city employees and the peasants. Did the city make a mistake when they hired the court adviser? Before hiring the court adviser, a search was made and many candidates were interviewed. The head wizard even enlisted a citizens committee to sit in and advise in the interviews. To attract a qualified candidate the wizards must offer a attractive package. High salary, travel perks, moving expenses, a golden parachute. Well things went wrong and the court adviser’s contract was not renewed. Now comes the issue of the golden parachute. If the court adviser did not break any laws or violate any person’s rights, the city with the magic checkbook must pay as per the hiring contract. “No” cried one of the wizards, let the released court adviser sue. But the other wizards outvoted him and payment was made. The golden parachute was in the thousands of dollars. A retired adviser was hired as a consultant to keep the city operating until a new adviser could be recruited. This time the recruiting was done wholly by the city wizards. A candidate was chosen and offered the job of head court adviser. Now the philosophy to get a candidate to fill a position of importance, you must offer an attractive package. High salary, moving expenses, and of course, a golden parachute. The new court adviser was from another faraway kingdom. A city smaller than the city with the magic checkbook,

less experience with the position of assistant court adviser. The new court adviser settled in. Things seem to be moving along nicely. New wizards were elected, others retired. The assistant adviser retired and a new one was hired. The city with the magic checkbook was again moving forward. New leadership, new ideas and a new court adviser. Then out of the blue, the court adviser was gone. The wizards wouldn’t talk about why. No scandal or corruption conspiracy surfaced. The court adviser was just gone. Then shortly after the court adviser’s departure an article came out in the local newspaper confirming the departure. No reason, but did disclose the golden Parachute. Another payment in the thousands of dollars from the city with the magic checkbook who can’t seem to keep a court adviser. Will the city with the magic checkbook continue on its quest to recruit another candidate for court adviser’s position with a Golden Parachute? Stay informed for “the city with the magic checkbook” chapter 3, Golden parachute or not? Robert Salonek Pine City

dorsed candidate Nathan Nelson in the primary on Tuesday, March 5 as we feel he is the best candidate to serve us. John and Heather Von Rueden Hinckley

Vote Nelson on March 5 To the Editor: There is a primary for the Special Election on Tuesday, March 5. Nathan Nelson has been endorsed by the local Republican Party and has been endorsed by Senator Jason Rarick and our Congressman Pete Stauber. Because a candidate who is not endorsed has chosen to run for this open house seat, a primary is required. A primary is causing every township additional election costs. I am supporting the endorsed candidate, Nathan Nelson because he has the integrity and values that I support. He has lived in the district for most of his life and he knows our values. Please join me in voting for Nathan Nelson on Tuesday, March 5. Judy Soderstrom Mora

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To the Editor: To all fellow voters in District 11B. We are writing to ask you to defend the endorsement, vote Nathan Nelson. Last week, more than 100 residents gathered at the library basement in Mora for the 11B endorsing convention. These delegates represent their Republican friends and neighbors and took time out of their busy lives to attend the convention to decide who the best candidate is to replace our new Senator Jason Rarick in the Minnesota House. Nathan Nelson earned the endorsement by acclimation after three rounds of ballots. He is supported by four out of the remaining five candidates who were at the endorsing convention. Unfortunately, someone is challenging Nathan, setting up a primary that our cities have to pay for. This disrespects the time and effort delegates took to hold the endorsing convention. We care about the Republican endorsement. That’s why we are asking everyone to support the Republican en-

To the Editor: The spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a crisis for our state. Last week, the DNR discovered CWD in a wild deer in Crow Wing County, only a couple thousand feet from the fence of a deer farm with known CWD cases. This was the first confirmed case in a wild deer outside of southeastern Minnesota. There is also a deer farm in Aitkin County with CWD positive deer. How long before wild deer are infected in Aitkin? Then Carlton? Then the rest of the Northland? We must act now to prevent this from spreading. Generations of Minnesotans, including all of us, have grown up hunting every fall. It’s a constitutional right, and not on our watch will CWD jeopardize our traditions and connection to this land, or the billion dollar Minnesotan hunting industry. We fill our freezers with venison, but can’t eat infected deer. And we can’t predict what it will infect next. CWD is incredibly difficult to kill.

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Heating, freezing, and chemicals don’t touch it. It’s always fatal. There’s no vaccine. No treatment. It spreads easily from deer to deer and even to plants. Animals can be infected and contagious for years before they show symptoms, and the only test available right now can’t be used on live animals. Recently U of M scientists testified at the Legislature that it hasn’t infected humans, but they believe it’s likely a matter of when not if. There are some folks who believe that it’s all a bunch of bologna, but it’s just like mad cow disease. For years they wanted to believe it only infected cattle, even though scientists told them that it was only a matter of time. And look what happened. It spread to humans and caused tragic results for people and billions of dollars in damage to the industry. We’re not willing to gamble on our family’s or community’s health. We can’t bury our heads in the sand here. We must do more to combat CWD. We need accountability. We need research. We need to give the researchers and the DNR the tools they need to solve this problem. We need to eliminate contact between captive and wild deer and develop a better test that can be used on live animals. CWD is a crisis, but we’ve figured out much harder things together, and we’re confident we can do it again. The time to act is now. Stand with us to work on long-term solutions to protect our deer populations, our hunting revenue streams, our traditions, our families, and our way of life. Call your legislators and tell them that you support our bills to address CWD, and they should too.

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There have been more than 25 crashes so far this winter involving vehicles and state snowplows. With winter far from over, the Minnesota Department of Transportation is urging motorists to use extra caution during plowing and snow removal operations. “The main causes of these crashes are motorists driving too fast for conditions, driving too close to the plow and driver inattention,” said Todd Stevens, acting state maintenance engineer. “Our snowplow drivers are well-trained to operate their plows, which often travel much slower than the posted speeds because it is most effective for clearing roads. For safety’s sake, motorists need to be patient and stay back from the plow.” Stevens said that operators have a restricted view from the plow cab, so they must rely on mirrors to see to the rear and side of the truck. Their vision is also hampered by the snow clouds they create while they plow. “The safest place you can be is well behind the snowplow and away from the snow cloud it creates,” he said. “The road is clear behind the plow but not necessarily in front of it, so in most cases it makes sense to travel behind the plow.” Last year in Minnesota, there were 84 crashes involving vehicles and MnDOT snowplows. Minnesota law requires motorists to turn on their headlights when it’s snowing or at any other time when weather conditions impair visibility. Other recommendations for safe driving around snowplows include: • Stay alert for snowplows, which turn or exit frequently and often with little warning. They also may travel over centerlines or partially in traffic to further improve road conditions. • Stay back at least 10 car lengths behind the plow. Don’t drive into a snow cloud. • Slow down to a safe speed for current conditions. • Turn on headlights and wear a seat belt. • Turn off the cruise control. • Be patient and remember snowplows are working to improve road conditions for your trip. • Don’t drive distracted. Motorists should check road conditions at 511mn.org.

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2018-2019 ďŹ rst semester Dragon Academic Awards Pine City Elementary recently awarded the Dragon Academic Awards to 234 students in grades four through six for their high achievement during the ďŹ rst half of the school year. Awards were presented to students for maintaining an A average during first and/or second quarter, most overall academic improvement during the first half of the school year, citizenship, most effort, high creative abilities in written expression and outstanding music skills. FOURTH GRADE Altman, Aiden Anderson, Carson Anderson, Kailyn Aubid, Charles Bean, Audrianna Benolken, Evan Benson, Reed Berg, Blake Berglund, Kaleah Blaisdell, Preslie Blake, Andrew Bloomquist, Faith Buzzell, Aliza Casserly, Jeremiah Cunnien, Caitlyn Currie, Catherine DeCosse, Kaylee Douglas, Shailey Fix, Tanner Frith, Tristan Gariepy, Austin Generea, Lillian Hallan, Jennavieve Hanson, Graden Harron, Gunner Hermanson, Kady Hughes, Layney Jahnz, Elijah Jahnz, Logan Jerikovsky, Sophia Johnson, Roman Koffler, Shelby Kraft, Levi Kurth, Jerald Laird, Josh Larson, Grant Larson, Maddy Laster, Camarianna LeTourneau, Phillip

Marshall, Taylor Maskrey, Alex Maxhimer, Evan McKellar, Kadence McLain, Karlee McQuade, Skyler Michels, Jeremiah Mohr, Colten Moore, Cash Nicoll, Brecklyn Olson, Ava Olson, Parker Orand, Jayden Ostenson, Lyncoln Osterdyk, Braden Ovick, Ray Perrault, Madison Peterson, Avery Peterson, Kinsey Peterson, Lillian Petranek, Gabriel Pickett, Tycen Roberts, Landon Rydberg, Oskar Sanders, Gavin Sanders, Gracelyn Schlichting, Ella Schneider, Isabella Schultz, Kaden Severin-Hartman Severson, Owen Shegstad, Justin Skluzacek, Grant Stewart, Emily Storch, Riley Tayerle, Logan Thieman, Katey Viney, Kadence Walter, Davin Warner, Joseph

Williams, Aiden Wimmer, Jacob Zirbes, Carter FIFTH GRADE Aagaard, Ethan Allen, Peyton Babolik, Milo Barton, Mylee Berglund, Brady Bisset, Michael Blaiser, Addison Blatz, Eli Boldt, Nicholas Brady, Emily Castro, Alana Clementoson, Weston Clepper, Mallory Cole, Aaron Cunnien, Carter Dahlberg, Karly Danielson, Cooper Dixon, Cheyenne Doenz, Evan Duclos, Abbygail Dupla, Alyssa Dwyer, Tyler Eue, Isabella Evenson, Jayden Fauskee, Alayna Fedder, Corben Gosppdarek, Kane Gray, Paige Hall, Allyson Hanson, Allie Heinl, Emilee Hejny, Taylar Hiler, Gabriella Hill, Brook Hogberg, Caleb

Hudlow, Leah Johnsen, Tucker Johnson, Kaelyn Johnson, Shayla Kallberg, Elijah Karas, Deven Kenowski-Frisch, Brynn Kubesh, Averee Lahti, Vivian Larson, Gracie Lavendusky, Veronica Leger, McCall Linnell, Alana Lowry, Johnny Maloney, Charles Maskrey, Hanna McDaniel, Noah Moore, Ashton Moore, Cameron Myers, Jack Raines, Kaia Rarick, Rikkayla Roberts, Adyson Root, Teresa Rydberg, Milo Sammis, Olivia Sanchez, Michaela Sandell, Cheyenne Segarra, Caylee Shellito, Brittany Sonterre, Nevaeh Staber, Jacob Steele, Kendall Theisen, Isaac Tollefson, Taylor Towle, Ryleigh Troiber, Gracelyn Valvoda, Bohdan Vang, Mao

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1894 Pine City population expected to double BY KIM DAVID NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

10 Years Ago, 2009 On Sunday, Feb. 15, free throw pros from the region competed in the district level Knights of Columbus free throw shooting contest in Pine City. The winners advance to the region level contest in Aitkin on Sunday, March 1. Winners in each category were – 10 year old boys: T.J. Johnson, Hinckley; 11 year old boys: Noah Adams, Pine City; 12 year old boys: Chad Saari, Mora; 13 year old boys: Matt Years Mach, Sturgeon Lake; 14 year old boys: Josh Ago Bloom, Hinckley; 10 Kim year old girls: Jaclyn Hollenkamp, Pine City; David 11 year old girls: Hannah Walker, Willow River; 12 year old girls: Sara Larson, Pine City; 13 year old girls: Glicel Gollena, Pine City; 14 year old girls: Natalie Kolling, Pine City. Thirty years ago someone suggested to Bob Shuey that he run for Pine City School Board. “That shows you the power of suggestion,” he said. “I would never have considered it on my own.” Thirty years later Shuey is still on the school board. He was recently honored for his longevity by the Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA) during a luncheon at their annual leadership conference. Shuey attributes his family with helping him stay on the board for 30 years. For awhile the board had two meetings a month. At that time the School Board was also responsible for Pine Tech which was a vocational

school. “The family finished the dairy chores so I could attend. For a while, I was always a few minutes late for the meeting so I could help at home as long as I could,” he said. He’s grateful for the chance to serve Pine City schools saying, “Pine City is a good place to raise a family. I count it as a privilege and an honor to have served. Thanks for the opportunities that I have had. I wouldn’t have wanted to miss these last years.” Last Wednesday, members of the Pine City High School jazz program traveled to Braham to participate in the Two Rivers Jazz Festival. Pine City’s Jazz One participated in the festival along with bands from six other area schools. The festival also included a performance by the Two Rivers All-Conference Jazz Ensemble. Six students from Pine City were named to this group, more than any other school. Students receiving this honor were seniors Joe Menigo (trombone), David White (drums) and Tyler Bridley (tenor sax); junior Ben White (trumpet); and sophomores Karina Nordrum (piano) and Tim Cahill (trombone).

25 Years Ago, 1994 Almost 20 nations were represented at the first ever Festival of Nations in Pine City last Thursday night. Early Childhood Family Education organized the event, which was open to all parents with young children. Booths were set up in the multipurpose room at Pine City Elementary, where people from the community shared foods, craft activities, clothing, jewelry, slides and music from other countries. Swedish dancers from Mora, a Swedish fiddler, Betty Karas and Friends, the Basement Boys and the elementary choir entertained and informed the crowd about customs

and lifestyles in other lands. The festival allowed children to touch their own culture while enjoying positive “International” experiences. Beginning Sept. 17, 1994, telephone customers in Minnesota will have to change the way they make long distance calls within the state. At that time it will be necessary for customers to include the 612 or 507 or 218 area codes on every long distance call they make, even if dialing from and to the same area code. Customers currently dial one plus the telephone number to make these calls within their home area code. With the new plan, customers will dial one plus area code plus the telephone number to make any long distance calls. “Minnesota customers steadily demand more telephone numbers each year. By implementing the new plan, US West Communications will have more telephone numbers available for customers,” said Bennie Cohen, manager, Public Policy for US West Communications.

50 Years Ago, 1969 Fire of unknown origin completely destroyed the barn of the Roy Reiser farm Monday morning. Lost in the blaze were six pigs, some hay and all the regular barn equipment. Mrs. Carl Iverson of Pine City received a “once in a lifetime” card hand on Sunday. She was dealt a perfect 29 point cribbage hand, being dealt three fives and the Jack of Diamonds with the five of Diamonds being cut. It is reported that the odds of a perfect cribbage hand are one to almost a million. The regular monthly meeting of the VFW Auxiliary was held last Tuesday at the VFW club rooms with Mrs. Ann Vach and Mrs. Jane Haavisto initiated as new members. Lawrence Mans, Hinckley, has been named Outstanding Farmer Sportsman of 1969 in Pine County.

75 Years Ago, 1944 The annual 25th District basketball tournament will be held in Pine City beginning Tuesday, March 7, with four games. The tournament will continue Thursday and Friday. The eight teams, Barnum, Finlayson, Taylors Falls, Moose Lake, Sandstone, North Branch, Rush City and Pine City, have been selected for the tournament, but the order of play will not be known until after the last game tomorrow evening. A community choir is being organized in Pine City to give the public a chance to enjoy spiritual and classical choir music. The organization will be under the direction of Richard Blake, high school music instructor.

100 Years Ago, 1919 Geo. W. Staacke expects to move his jewelry store about March 15 from Prochaska’s pharmacy, where he has been located the past two years, to the Borchers building between the shoe store and the Sauser hardware store, which has long been occupied as a restaurant. The building will be entirely renovated and

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rearranged inside and will give Mr. Staacke a first class store. FROM BEROUN: The basket social given by the school in district 109 on Feb. 11 resulted in raising $98, one-fifth of which went to the Beroun Red Cross, the balance being used by the district in paying the debts left over from Christmas time and toward a fund for an organ for the school. Miss Schultze, the teacher, managed the affair and is entitled to much credit.

125 Years Ago, 1894 At the census the population of Pine City was 535, this being in 1890, but at the present time it no doubt reaches nearly 1,000 and if the same rate keeps up the balance of the year, as it has so far, the population will be doubled. The health officer reports nine births in two months. County Attorney R.C. Saunders of Hinckley spent a couple of days the first of the week in this village on 1-1-1 legal business. Rob’t is no doubt preparing for his “courting” in April.

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The Pine City/Hinckley-Finlayson wrestlers traveled to Hibbing on Friday, Feb. 22 for their individual section tournament. The tournament is the culminating event of the season with the top two wrestlers in each weight class advancing to the state tournament. The state tournament begins on Thursday, Feb. 28 with team competition, followed by the individual tournament on Friday and Saturday. “As a whole, the team was very successful; nine of the 12 wrestlers came home with MSHSL medals and three of those will represent PCHS at the state tournament,” said coach Milo Allen. Will Fix (113 lbs), Justin Matson (220 lbs) and Robert Decker (285 lbs) were all three runners-up in their weight classes and will be competing in AA competition. Senior captain Cory Basta took fourth place; he was unable to compete for third place due to a chronic shoulder injury, but competed his best at the tournament. His senior season ended with an impressive 23-11 record. Taking fifth place for the Dragons were Gavin Rockstroh and Luke Knudson; both wrestlers are underclassmen and will be major contributors in the future. Gavin Rockstroh finished the season with over 32 varsity wins. Placing 6th

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in their weight classes were Brody Clark, Jacob Lindahl and Luke Keman. Brody Clark picked up two wins in the tournament and achieved 20 varsity wins on the season. Jacob Lindahl finished the season

wrestling at a very high level, winning three matches at the tournament. He will be looking forward to his sophomore campaign. Senior Luke Keman finishes his senior season with career high 26 wins.

Flamingo makes State Congratulations Livia Isackson-Rod for making it to State on Floor. She ﬁnished her season with a 9.35 at State. This was her personal best this season.

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PINE CITY 88, OGILVIE 30 It was a little bit of a slow start offensively for the Dragons on Tuesday, Feb. 19 as they hosted Ogilvie; however, once things started clicking Pine City showed their domination with an 88 – 30 victory. Pine City only had nine available players during the varsity game and all players had to spend time on the court. The lowest minute total of playing time was 13 minutes by freshman Kameron Jusczak, who also led the Dragons in rebounds with eight. Koleman Lind recorded his first double-double with ten assists and 17 points. Seth Logan had a great night offensively, going 9/9 from inside the arc (2-point range), 3 for 5 from three point shot range, and 4 for 4 from the free throw line, ending the night with an impressive 31 points. Jake Adams paced the Dragons defensively with six steals.

PINE CITY 78, MLWR 61 The Dragon girls basketball team traveled to Moose Lake/Willow River (MLWR) on Tuesday, Feb. 19 to take on the Rebels. The Dragons came away with their first victory, of a three game week, defeating the Rebels 78-61. Both Ellie Hasz and Lily Wilson had double-doubles this game for the Dragons. Hasz scored 26 points and 10 total rebounds, while Wilson had 19 points and 10 assists. Sophie Lahti also scored in double figures with 11 points and three assists. “It was a good road win,” said coach Ted Hasz. “We have kids that are doing the little things that don’t always show up on the stats sheet but are vital to team success.”

PINE CITY 87, FOLEY 59 Coming into this game, Pine City knew there was a lot on the line as they hosted Foley on Thursday, Feb. 22. Foley was right behind the Dragons for section seeding. Foley had a great group of seniors that had a lot of varsity experience playing together and can compete with most teams offensively. The first half was a back and forth battle with neither team being able to pull away. Pine City had a nice run at the end of the first half, giving themselves an 11 point lead at half-time. The Dragons came out of the second half and continued to play hard to come away with the win 87-59.

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Koleman Lind recorded his ﬁrst double-double with ten assists and 17 points Tuesday night against Ogilvie.

Defensively, Pine City relied on Tanner Wicktor and Caleb Fromm to chase around Foley’s leading scorer all night and utilized the length of Seth Logan to guard their best outside shooter. Jake Adams and Christian Fromm led the Dragons in total rebounding with eight; Adams also had eight assists to go along with his team high 23 points. “Duke Waxberg played some of his best varsity minutes to date and put together a few really nice stretches where he not only held his own but was positively contributing to the Dragons’ efforts,” said coach Kyle Allen. “A great thing to see as the end of the year approaches.” The Pine City boys basketball team finishes off regular season play on the road, as they traveled to Moose Lake/ Willow River on Tuesday, Feb. 26, and are heading to Hinckley/Finlayson on Friday, March 1.

PINE CITY 73, OGILVIE 38 The Dragons celebrated senior night with a big conference victory against Ogilvie on Thursday, Feb. 21. Pine City defeated Ogilvie 73-38 for the second victory this past week. “We can’t say enough about our five seniors: Chloe Alleman, Emily Carpenter, Hannah Husom, Hannah Lorsung and Jolie Wicktor,” said coach Hasz. “These young ladies have been great captains this season and have been instrumental in helping the program be a great success for many years.” The Dragons pulled away from the Lions with a number of scoring runs in both halves. Pine City had great

scoring balance, with six players scoring between eight and 14 points. Ellie Hasz scored 14 points, Hannah Lorsung and Lily Wilson each scored 11 points, Alaina Steele had 10 points, and Chloe Alleman and Sophie Lahti each had eight. Sophie Lahti had a huge game on the boards with 12 total rebounds, and the Dragons really shared the ball well, tallying 21 assists. PINE CITY 76, BRAHAM 47 The Dragons traveled to Braham and had a dominating first half, leading 46-21 at half time, and played like a team that is ready for the playoffs. Pine City was victorious over Braham 76-47, sweeping all three games this week. Alaina Steele, Emily Carpenter and Sophie Lahti often guard some of the other teams’ best players and you can see they take pride in holding their scoring down. Ellie Hasz scored 20 points for the Dragons, Lily Wilson scored 12, Chloe Alleman and Hannah Lorsung had nine each, and Sophie Lahti closed out the Dragons’ top five scorers with eight points. “As a coach, you want the season to go on forever when you have great kids to coach like we do,” said coach Hasz. With this past week’s three victories, the Pine City girls basketball team ends the season with a very impressive 20-5 regular season record.

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Dragons knocked out during quarterﬁnal against Chisago Lakes BY LANCELOT E. FURBER SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Dragon hockey ends the season with a first round loss, in the quarterfinal, against Chisago Lakes 6-1. This is the third time this season the two teams matched-up on the ice, and the third victory for Chisago Lakes over the Dragons. “I can honestly say that I did not see that coming. They outplayed us in every aspect of the game,” said coach Grant Nicoll. “I had all the confidence in the world in the boys and thought they were more than ready for this game.” The Dragons had an impressive season going 15-9-2 during regular season play, while showing their strength against some very seasoned hockey teams. The seniors have left marks within this program and can graduate proudly saying they never lost a conference championship, they never had a losing record, and most importantly…they never gave up. The underclassmen will learn from this past season and strive to keep the established winning tradition of Dragon hockey alive for years to come. “As a coaching staff we cannot express how much we rely on the parents. Sometimes it goes unnoticed. Here is a giant thank you from us to you,” said Nicoll. “In youth hockey at the ripe age of 3 or 4 you have 20 kids per grade that start hockey. By the time senior year comes around you are down to anywhere from four to 12 usually. Well, to the parents of you eight seniors... you made it. We wish you nothing but the best in the future. It might be hockey related or not, but these boys have the tools to make it in life. Good luck boys!”

(top left) George Miller finds the net for the Dragons during the quarterfinal match-up against Chisago Lakes. (bottom left) Kyle Wiener fights for the puck during his final game as a Dragon senior player.

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Pine City High School 2018-19 second quarter honor roll Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List SEVENTH GRADE Aagaard, Abigayle E. Belsheim, Emma E. Bombard, Hannah Broz, Morgan Burton, Janelle A. Charles, Samantha Foss, Deacon D. Hirsch, Luke R. Johnson, Eva J. Johnson, Greyson Jusczak, Karly K. Karas, Brody P. Knudson, Maxym Lind, Hayden J. Olson, Sophia Petersen, Waylon E. Preston, Jace M. Roubinek, Lena G. Schlichting, Caden J. Shellito, Brooklyn C. Swanson, Christian Tomczyk, Jena B. Unverzagt, Allison Wilberg, Sydney A. EIGHTH GRADE Ausmus, Fredrick M. Blatz, Lydia Bombard, Madyson Brinker, Joshua Brouwer, Lola Brown, William Cavallin, Vivian M. Cummings, Riley Emmons, Claire Erickson, Bryce Gregg, Benjamin Huff, Daisy Jacobson, Seree T. Johnson, Emma Klar, Shelby A. Lahti, Sophia F. Lind, Kloey Lind, Mason McKellar, Chloe Plasek, Nicholas Rivard, Mariah P. Rothbauer, Brianna S. Schultz, Eli Sell, Addison Sell, Ella Sheppard, Carly Strike, Emma Tomczyk, Lisa V. NINTH GRADE Berglund, Madisen K. Blaisdell, Colton Ennen, Haeven Gerner, Chloe Gutz, Jasmine R. Kemen, Beth Macho, Meaghan A. Merrick, Rhaya Miller, Dorothy J. Nascene, Carissa L. Overtoom, Micah J. Peterson, Kaleigha R. Reiser, Brynna Westerman, Kadi J. Winters, Rilee E. TENTH GRADE Adams, Lydia S. Arhart, Carter J. Ausmus, George E. Benzinger, Emily A. Bombard, Brayden Cavallin, Allison M. Cavallin, Danielle Englund, Jacob R. Foster, Ellee E. Fromm, Caleb Hasz, Ellie Haug, Holly Huff, Graci

Isackson-Rod, Livia Lorsung, Katelyn M. Miller, Kaitlyn Moore, Tristen B. Nutt, Cody J. Schultz, Ella Tayerle, Kensington Tyberg, Ellyse Vang, Hla L. Vinaja, Ainsley J.

Long, Matthew A. Schueller, Emily Tomczyk, Erin Vo, Kenny T. Wicktor, Tanner

ELEVENTH GRADE Cunnien, Megan Erickson, Kelsey Faur, Ashley Gilbert, Sierra N. Helmin, Kianna L. Merrick, Jacob Miller, Noah Pantlin, Scarlet R. Preston, Joel A. Raudabaugh, Trent M. Webster, Nathaniel B.

B Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Babolik, Elsa Basta, Ashley Basta, Bianca Benzinger, Kate M. Blaiser, Evan A. Blake, Matthew W. Blatz, Elliot Blegen, Ricki Clepper, Ricky J. Cole, Noah R. Comstock, Zoe Dwyer, Ryan P. Enright, Caitlin A. Evans, Alexzander Fix, Hayden B. Freitag, Brooklyn A. Gribauval, Oscar Hall, Caleb Hazelton, Trevor Hochban, Julia Klemz, Hayden Kraft, Jack Kubesh, Tucker Laven, Natalie L. LeMon, Mason S. McLain, Hayden L. Mikyska, Malia Mitzel, Brooke Nascene, Kylie A. Novak, Ellie Olsen, Solei A. Overtoom, Marek Paulson, Jacob Potter, Bailey M. Rockstroh, Autumn S. Root, Noah J. Rydberg, Ava J. Sanchez, Irma I. Sauter, Eden O. Staber, Sage R. Struss, Lily R. Sydney, Kyra Tayerle, Brody L. Thieman, Summer A. Waldron, Maria Selena M. Watts, Zachary B. Willhite, TayzaBelle J. Wimmer, Grace Winters, Andee V. Youngbauer, Brenna

TWELFTH GRADE Bulera, Layla R. Butenhoff, Makayla R. Cahill, Elizabeth Chryst, Addisyn Elliot, Emily Gregg, Genoa Juhl, Jade P. Roberts, Devin E. Sparling, Abbe Wicktor, Jolie A Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Bemrose, Daniel R. Broz, Gavin Hermanson, Emma Holmstrom, Chase Mohr, Tyler F. Rydberg, Arissa Schneider, Lilly M. Strauch, Benjamin Valvoda, Lexa Wicktor, Spencer EIGHTH GRADE Betters, Keith Brady, David Fix, Siarra E. Hackett, Taylor A. Hasz, Isaiah Horak, Grace M. LeMon, Madisson L. Maish, Dannie J. Patzoldt, Cody Peters, Ashley Schueller, Gavin Tyberg, Carly NINTH GRADE Fromm, Miriam Goodner, Jacob D. Jahnz, Grace Johnson, Timothy C. Jusczak, Kameron J. Linnell, Seth Montbriand, Elivia R. Rydberg, Mason Schneider, Samantha M. Waxberg, Cole J. Welch, Aidan A. TENTH GRADE Brinker, Jeremy Emmons, Charles R. Etxebarria Arza, Garazi Hegge, Chloe Johnson, Ellaina Kuhn, Cara K. Struss, Lukas R. ELEVENTH GRADE Bergstrom, Dustin A. Helseth, Isabelle

TWELFTH GRADE Ives, Madisyn M. Schmidt, Emma Stransky, Megan

EIGHTH GRADE Ames, Evelyn Anderson, Grace M. Arhart, Landon G. Bolduc, Sophia C. Bulera, Rowan Burns, Abigail E. Carlson, Ellie A. Charles, Mason Danielson, Briana Duclos, Andrew Faur, Griffi n Fedder, Caden T. Gutz, Collin D. Holmes, Wyatt D. Hudlow, Jada M. Jarveis, Isabelle Johnson, Armani M. Johnson, Levi N. Kapaun, Robin Keeney, Brent LaBine, Nolan M. Lancaster, Clare M. Leger, McCoy R.

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Stoltz honored at banquet The Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary are pleased to announce Mr. Zach Stoltz, 4th grade teacher at Pine City Elementary, was named the winner of the state Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award. Stoltz was presented with his award at the VFW Mid-Winter Grand Banquet at Minneapolis Marriot City Center and joined by VFW and Auxiliary member attendees. Back row: Sheri Skluzacek, Carol Belko, Mrs. Stoltz, Mr. Stoltz, Kathy Janowski and Joe Janowski. Front row: Arlette Miller and Darlene Smetana.

Maxey, Rowan P. Mead, John Nilo, Jhans L. Palmer, Aidan Prihoda, Ryan J. Pulley, Maggie Reynolds, Paige A. Robinson, Preston Schmidt, Lawrence Schneider, Jasmine E. Smetana, Maggie J. Sturgul, Brooke M. Sydney, Lamont Torgerson, Damion J. Tracy, Emma Vang, Gao Yer J. Wasche, Dylan Wiener, Maddox T. Willhite, Earl Wilson, Luke J. Youngbauer, Ryder NINTH GRADE Alleman, Alexandra Blake, Claire Clark, Brody Cummings, Ryan Danielson, Hunter Davis, Thomas D. Jr Dee, Levi D. Drevecky, Terry Elliot, Abigail Elliot, Madeline Englund, Emily M. Erickson, Ella M. Goff, Kenneth B. Graham, Madison Grubbs, Samantha A. Harapat, Shaleah Hart, Willow-Rai L. Irlbeck, Braden R. Jahnz, Kira James, Samuel T. Jensen, Calvin K. Johnson, Alex I. Juhl, Jarred Kelsey, Ethan W. Kinn, Aereona M. Knutson, Casey Lindahl, Jacob L. Miche, Colin D. Mikyska, Mason Olson, Mason J. Omae, David K. Petersen, Dylan Plasek, Ryan Prihoda, Kaitlyn K.

Pulley, Jet L. Roberts, Bryce Rockstroh, Gavin Root, Elijah Rydberg, Hailee Schneider, Ariel M. Segarra, Connor D. Thieman, Jason G. Welp-Huttner, Trenton J. Whittaker, Kaia E. Wilberg, Hailey J. Willert, Drake Wimmer, Joseph B. TENTH GRADE Aikin, Paige M. Bristow, Hannah E. Bulera, Tobias G. Carpenter, Jared M. Crawford, Adeline M. Cummings, Brett Doenz, Amber Dupla, Jennifer K. Evans, Liliana M. Hall, Wheeler Hancock, Anika M. Husom, Olivia Kolling, Meredith G. Kubesh, Hallie L. Lindahl, Brianna Lindahl, Kylee Loucks, Mason Olson, Megan M. Quaderer, Alana M. Sandell, Dakotah R. Schmidt, Troy L. Schultz, Abigail Schwietz, Caitlyn Sell, Parker Smetana, Peyton Somora, Autumn Stransky, Molly Stumne, Caleb Youngberg, Donald B. ELEVENTH GRADE Bombard, Sarah J. Chromey, Allyson K. David, Vincent J. Depoppe, Trever Doyle, Alexis M. Duchene, Megan Fabini, Luke A. Fromm, Christian Graham, Ronni J. James, Emily E. Jarveis, Tristan R.

Johanson, Charlee J. Jusczak, Konnor L. Kearns, Jaylun D. Koffler, Daisy D. Koffler, Dominic D. Laven, Alexander J. Lind, Koleman Lucht, Sully L. Madigan, Karissa R. Maiwurm, Colin Milliman, Hailey C. Nutt, Amanda Nutt, Kaitlyn Rothbauer, Hailey E. Sanders, Isabelle Simon, Kaitlyn Steele, Alaina Villabrille Rubio, Maria C. Waxberg, Duke West, Tryston Westbrook, Gabriel

TWELFTH GRADE Ackley, Jordyn E. Adams, Jacob D. Back, Meira M. Berube, Keyara L. Cady, Caleb Carpenter, Emily J. Currie, Nicole E. Decker, Robert M. Drevecky, Morgan Frederickson, Larissa M. Goude, Brennen M. Hansmann, Nicholas Hauge, Danielle M. Hollan, Sadie Janssen, Katelynn E. Johnson, Chloe C. Kieffer, Amber L. Leibel, Kaia Miesner, Blake Miller, Lindsay Ochowicz, Jocelyn E. Olsen, Blaise Petersen, Emily A. Prihoda, Kaylee Reynolds, Crystal A. Spychalla, Haven M. Struss, Lydia Tracy, Lauren A. Vinaja, Logan M. Waxberg, Alexandra I. Weaver, Austin L. Zemek, Arica J.

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UNSOLVED: 1933 murders haunt family, neighbors of murder victims FROM PAGE 1

murders haunt his family. “It really was a part of my life going back to my childhood,” Johnson said. “When I was a little kid, we used to go out there to the cemetery with my family. My great-grandmother is buried there, and other relatives. So that’s where I’d always see the gravestone out there. It just says, ‘Alvira Lundeen Johnson and her seven children died April 10, 1933.’ When I was a kid, I thought, ‘Wow, that was just a terrible accident.’ It wasn’t until I was much older that ... I learned this whole story about Albin’s disappearance.” Johnson said the story has tugged

at the emotions of Chisago County residents and those across the state for nearly nine decades. Johnson said he has been thinking about this book since the early 1990s. It has been on the back burner while he helped raise his four children, but he has been working hard on the project for the past year and a half. He described the project as an investigative journey to seek the truth that turned into an obsession. “It’s such a compelling story,” he said. “I’m a journalist, and it’s an irresistible story to tell.” BOOK LAUNCH IN RUSH CITY Johnson feels it is important to

launch the book in the area where the events of April 1933 happened. He said his book brings the mother and children to life with both words and photos from the author’s private collection. In addition, for the first time Betty Kollas, a niece of Alvira Lundeen Johnson, speaks publicly about the tragedy. Johnson said he hopes that his research and writing will help the reader get to know Alvira and her seven children: Harold, Clifford, Kenneth, Dorothy, Bernice, Lester and James Johnson. “I just wanted to draw some attention to it, and to keep the family alive in the hearts and minds of future gener-

ations,” he said. “Who knows? Maybe someone will read my book and come forward with information about Albin Johnson’s fate.” The March 14 launch event will take place at the Rusheba Township Townhall in Rush City (51533 Forest Lake Blvd Rush City MN 55069), just a few miles from where the murders took place. “Murder In Chisago County: The Unsolved Johnson Family Mystery,” will be released March 4 by Arcadia Publishing and The History Press, and is now available for pre-order at www. arcadiapublishing.com, www.historypress.net and other online booksellers.

Cultivate farm youth safety in upcoming season CENTRAL STATES CENTER FOR AGRICULTURAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

When youth begin working in the most dangerous industry in the nation – agriculture – they are at high risk for injury or death. In fact, more youth are injured working in agriculture than all other industries combined. Safety resources at www.cultivatesafety.org can help reduce those risks. Marsha Salzwedel, M.S. Youth Agricultural Safety Specialist at Marshfield, Wisconsin’s National Farm Medicine Center, says youth on the farm are exposed to a wealth of hazardous equipment and circumstances every day where they live, work and play. “Tractors, skid steers, animals and ATVs are most often involved in youth injury on the farm,” Salzwedel said. “All those elements are normally present on a farm site. They’re so common to the family’s day-to-day life that they become part of the landscape and we lose sight of the hazards they pose.” Tractors have always been and continue to be the cause of most youth injuries and fatalities on the farm. Another common factor related to youth injuries is poor visibility for operators of large farm equipment. “If you have a big round bale on the spear of a skid steer, you are not able to see what’s right around you on the ground,” Salzwedel said. “That’s true of many large pieces of equipment common on today’s farm site.” There’s also great risk when youth ride in a tractor or any farm equipment. There are many documented incidents of children falling out of a cab or off equipment and being injured or killed. It’s also a fact that equipment operators – whether parents, grandparents or hired workers – are distracted by the presence of a child in a cab or on equipment. “In spite of these facts, we know that at least 40 percent of farm families allow children as extra riders on tractors, combines and ATVs,” Salzwedel said. Salzwedel recommends that parents take time to thoroughly learn how to keep their children safe on the farm site and implement recommendations found at www.cultivatesafety.org. The website, produced by the National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety (NCCRAHS), offers safety information for parents and youth across the farm site work and play environments. Visitors to the site will also find a wealth of additional safety resources for youth and adults. KEEP CHILDREN SAFE Salzwedel recommends that children ages 10 and younger are kept off the work site anytime someone’s operating tractors, combines or other farm equipment. Ideally, small children should be in an enclosed area – fenced yard, etc. – if they are outside during times when equipment is used or animals are

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present. “Gates and doors leading to areas where young children can be injured should be locked or otherwise secured to prevent them from entering,” Salzwedel said. “If children or teens want to help with the work being done, parents will find ‘Youth Work Guidelines’ at cultivatesafety.org to help them assess their child’s ability and readiness for performing specific farm jobs.” The guidelines include information for assessing a child’s ability to do 35 different common farm jobs, with guidelines for 20 more jobs coming soon. Guidelines and information range from simple tasks such as properly dressing and preparing for a job that requires a lot of bending to cleaning grain bins or service alleys and safely climbing. “Some safety recommendations are as simple as making sure keys are removed from equipment when it’s not in use,” Salzwedel said. “Properly maintaining equipment and keeping it good operating condition also helps keep youth – and adults - safe.” Farm youth – and sometimes parents – have the impression that the farm background has given youth a competitive edge in a job. “Kids love hearing their parents say they’re smarter, faster and stronger than their peers who don’t have a farm background,” Salzwedel says. “But even though farm youth have some characteristics different from youth who haven’t grown up on the farm, they’re still young and have a lot to learn about staying safe when they’re working at farm jobs.” TAKING RISKS A natural tendency for all youth is the inclination to take risks or act

impulsively. Teen boys are especially susceptible to this kind of behavior. “Often, teenage boys on the farm feel compelled to compete with their father to prove themselves,” Salzwedel says. “It’s common for all youth to have a sense that they know and understand everything about life. On the farm, that tendency can have deadly consequences.” It’s also common for youth to become highly excited when they’re allowed to operate major equipment like a tractor or combine. In their bliss, it’s easy to make mistakes that can quickly lead to serious injury. “That enthusiasm for helping and taking charge of something can override or obscure a young person’s judgement,” Salzwedel says. “If they’re already taking on something that’s beyond their physical or developmental ability to handle, many things can quickly go wrong, putting them in grave danger.” Training youth for specific task and working with them numerous times to ensure they’re ready to accomplish it on their own is a safe way to approach a major new undertaking. “Even if they seem to be doing the job okay, don’t hesitate to check on them periodically,” Salzwedel says. “Taking a proactive approach to safety is always the best practice.” UNDERSTAND THE JOB When youth are hired to work on the farm, parents should have a thorough understanding of what the youth will be doing and the equipment they’ll work with. The youth should be adequately trained and know who to contact and how to contact them if they need help. “Make sure the job is age-appropriate

for your child,” Salzwedel said. “Walk them through what they need to be able to do in order to safely complete a specific job.” At times, farm youth have a great desire to engage in work that they’re not ready to take on. If parents have instilled the practice of following recommended safety guidelines – like those found at cultivatesafety.org – they may be able to defuse conflict by letting the guidelines be the “fall guy.” “That gives adults a great way to keep young workers safe without conflict.” Equipping youth with adequate communication resources when they’re working on the farm could include two-way radios and clear instructions on how to contact an adult if they need help. “Make sure they know when and when not to use communication devices,” Salzwedel said. “You don’t want a teen to text, surf the web or visit with friends while they drive a tractor. They should also be trained on how to shut down equipment if necessary, and when it’s best to get off the equipment and call an adult if something goes wrong.” Since adults on the farm are responsible for setting safety boundaries, Salzwedel recommends parents thoroughly absorb safety information and work to implement safe practices across their farm. “Model safe behavior,” Salzwedel said. “Your children watch what you do more than what you say. Make sure you work safely, following safety recommendations because that means your children are more likely to follow your example.”

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Stephanie M. Bova Stephanie M. (Steffie) (nee Sauser) Bova, age 74 of Milwaukee (formerly of Pine City), was freed from all a ailments and summoned t Heaven on Jan. 29, 2019. to Born June 29, 1944, in M Milwaukee to the late Lue (Jeanne) (Roberg) and ella W William E. Sauser, Steffie w a brilliant, amazingly was t talented person, visual a artist and writer; employe community volunteer; ee; a active 45-year member o All Saints Catholic of C Church; and dialysis surv vivor for 23+ years. She is survived by d daughters Erica (Michael); and Katherine; granddaughters Jasmine and Janell; great-grandchildren Jaida, Jailey and Davion Jr.; former husband, Joseph (Joe); Aunt Kay; siblings Paul (Mary), Dorothy (Gary) and Michael (Mary Ellen); cousins, beloved friends and church family. A showing of Steffie’s artwork and funeral Mass was held on Feb. 23 at All Saints Catholic Church in Milwaukee. Please make any donations in her name to Children’s International.

Leo R. Skluzacek Leo Skluzacek long time resident of Rock Creek, passed away Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019, at Lakeside Health & Rehab Center in Pine City at the age of 96. Leo Roman Skluzacek was born on Nov. 18, 1922, to L. J. and Christine Skluzacek on the family farm in Rock Creek. He went to Pleasant Prairie Grade School and then on to Pine City High School, graduating in 1940. Growing up on the family farm with two older sisters and a younger

brother, he learned the value of hard work at an early age. They were farming with horses, no electricity and no plumbing while still managing to milk cows twice a day, raising crops and doing all the work required to run a farm. In his youth, he began his lifelong passion for hunting and berry picking. He enjoyed family gatherings, especially spending time with his nieces and nephew. In 1955, he met Lucille Bible and took her to Good Friday services for their first date. The romance blossomed and they were united in marriage June 1, 1957. After the wedding, they took over the family farm and added an egg delivery business. Although raising crops and dairy farming was important, their most outstanding crop was their six children. Instilling his values to his children was a classic lead by example. He was a life-long member of Immaculate Conception Church and a 73 year member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed 33 years of marriage and seeing all of his children graduate from high school. In 1990 after losing his loving wife, he entered the third stage of his life as a widower and grandfather. Farming was still his passion with deer hunting, berry picking, and Minnesota sports teams attracting more of his attention. The sooner that he said, “It’s going to be a long day for the Vikings,” the better they seemed to play. He was never known to pass up a game of 500 or Dirty 13. He loved his grandchildren dearly, often seen holding them in his large hands. He continued helping on the farm well after retirement, often driving tractor into his 90’s. Leo is survived by his children: David (Wendy) Skluzacek of Cold Spring, Mark (Sheri) Skluzacek, Cheryl Skluzacek, Loren (Robin) Skluzacek, Perry (Natalie Christopherson) Skluzacek, Richard (Brenda) Skluzacek all of Pine City; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister Magdalene “Maggie” Carlson of Minneapolis; sisters-in-law Carol Skluzacek, Rita Bible, Verna Carlson, Betty Bible, Margaret Bible all of Pine City, Marian (Jim) Schoeberl of Alexandria; brother-in-law LeRoy (Marlene) Bible of Hager City, Wisconsin; many other relatives and friends. Leo is preceded in death by his parents Louis and Christine Skluzacek; wife Lucille Skluzacek; infant daughter, brother John Skluzacek; sisters Alice Marie Skluzacek and Cecilia (Wendal) Carlson; brotherin-law Waldo Carlson.

Monsignor Aleksander Suchan celebrated a Mass of Christian Burial for Leo Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pine City. A time of visitation and reviewal was held Monday, Feb. 25 from 4-7 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City and also one hour prior to the Mass in the St. Anthony Commons at church. Honor Guard was provided by the Knights of Columbus. The interment took place in the Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Pine City. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com

Gloria Peterson Gloria Peterson, 76, of Pine City, born Nov. 12, 1942, p passed away Thursday, Jan. 3 2019. She is survived by 31, s sons Daniel, Kevin, William a Jack Kuehn and many and r relatives and friends. A celebration of life will b held on Saturday, March be 9 at First Presbyterian C Church in Pine City, 405 M Main Street, South. Visitat tion at 10 a.m., service at 11 a a.m., luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, memoria are preferred. als

Betty Purdy Betty Purdy, a long time resident of Pine City, passed away Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019, at Prairie Senior Cottages in Isanti at the age of 83. Funeral services for Betty Purdy will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 5 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church of Pine City. A time of visitation and reviewal will be Monday, March 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Swanson Chapel and also one hour prior to the service at church. Funeral arrangements for Betty Purdy are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 16

WORSHIP GUIDE Church of Christ 815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study. Contact: Greg Douvier 320-336-8978 Dale Evangelical Free Church 45268 Brunswick Rd, Harris, MN 763-689-5817 Pastor/Teacher Dr. Harvey Martin Sunday School, all ages 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:25 am www.daleefc.com Awana, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm Youth, Wed. 6:30-8:00pm First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Pastor Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org Sunday Worship Celebration 10:30 AM Sunday School, Preschool-Gr 6 10:30 AM Wednesday Youth Group 6:15 PM Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service. 7:30 p.m. Wed. Bible study, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Master Clubs for children ages 4 to 6th grade.

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

Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday Worship Service 11am Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days.

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

Hustletown Community Church Non-denominational 1010 3rd Ave SW Pine City Pastor Bruce Thompson 651-983-8130 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Henriette Community Church (Free Methodist) One mile North of Henriette on HWY 107 • 320-679-4875 Pastor Marvin Miller Sunday School, 9:00a.m.; Sunday morning Worship, 10:15 a.m. Hinckley Seventh Day Adventist 550 1st St. NE, Hinckley 320-384-6167 Pastor: Carlos Rodriguez Services, Saturday, 11 a.m. Fellowship lunch 1st and 3rd Saturday following services.

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 4-4:30p.m., Sunday 9:15-9:45a.m. 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 Assembly of God Pastor Andrew Shaw 11914 Fairway Rd SW, Pine City 320-629-6136 www.livinghopepinecity.org livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Living Water Fellowship 915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities. Open Arms Church of God 406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Worship at 8 and 9:30 Wednesday worship at 7:30 Thursday worship at 5:30 Please join us in praise!

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 St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. South Pine Baptist Church 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

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OBITUARIES

Deb Bromley

FROM PAGE 15

Nomie A. Wallin

Ronald J. Shimek

Ronald James Shimek was born Oct. 5, 1939, in Rock Creek, Minnesota and he passed away in Mesa, Arizona on Feb. 5, 2019. He was excited to join the love of his life, Murriel, in heaven. They were married for 53 years and they were an inseparable pair on their life journey together, enjoying many fun times with their family and friends. Ronald is survived by his children Sherri and Andy, Danna and Jim, Rhonda and Dave; his grandchildren Tiffani and Jose, Holly, Mathew, Chrissy, Morgan and Jessica, Bethany and Josh, Emily, Lauren and Isabelle; his great-grandchildren Amore, JoJo, Riley, Claire and Dean; siblings Dean, Bern and Mary; and his beloved four-legged children Honey and Coffee. A celebration of Ron’s life was held at his home in Mesa, Arizona on Feb. 7. Additional celebrations will take place in the Sandia Mountains of Albuquerque on March 17 and at Rhonda’s home in Luck, Wisconsin in July (TBD). Ronald was a loving, kind and gentle soul who loved visiting with neighbors and friends over a cup of Folgers Classic Roast coffee. He will be sorely missed.

On Feb. 21, 2019, Deb brought the bait and joined her Maker for the ultimate fishing trip. Born Nov. 19, 1955, Deb’s strong personality taught us all how to live, laugh and love unconditionally. Her love for fishing, compassion for animals, and her quick, sharp wit defined her beautiful soul. Thank you to North Memorial hospital and Palliative Care for providing comfort to her. Deb redefined the term “family” to include people of many shapes and sizes, abilities and species all joined together by work (CLO), common interests and love. Deb was preceded in death by her mother and father, Evelyn and Robert, brother, Roy Bromley, canine soulmate, Jack, and many loved pets. She is survived by her sister, Geraldine Pedersen, nephew and nieces, her cherished animals and many special friends. A celebration of Deb’s life will be held at Journey North Church, 840 Main St. South, Pine City, on Sunday, March 3, 2019. Services will begin at 5 p.m. with a gathering following. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Humane Society of Burnett County. “If ever there comes a day where we can’t be together, keep me in your heart. I’ll stay there forever.”

Nomie Wallin of Pine City passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at GracePointe Crossing in Cambridge at the age of 84. Nomie Ann Nelson was born Dec. 14, 1934, to Theodore and Hulda (Skordal) Nelson in Rush City. Nomie is survived by her children: Susan Rydberg of Pine City, Paul (Barbara) Rydberg of St. Francis and Kip (Lori) Rydberg of Pine City; 14 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Deb Rydberg; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Nomie is preceded in death by her parents Theodore and Hulda Nelson; husband Ken Wallin; son Daniel Rydberg; brothers Forrest and Cedric Nelson; father of Nomie’s children Paul Rydberg. A celebration of Nomie’s life is planned for 7 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2019, with a time of visitation for family and friends, 4-7 p.m., all at the Swanson Funeral Chapel. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com

THANK YOU With grateful hearts, the family of Marcia Johnson sends sincere thanks for the cards, flowers and kind words following her passing. Your love and support is much appreciated and has been a great source of comfort during this difficult time. A special thanks for the extraordinary care Northern Pines Assisted Living and Fairview Hospice staff provided Marcia. Family of Marcia Johnson

PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER Feb. 17 - 24 Theft, burglary, vandalism

Feb. 21, 2:03 p.m., report of theft, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. Feb. 21, 2:36 p.m., report of vehicle recovered, 8th St. NW, Pine City. Feb. 23, 9:07 a.m., report of burglary, 4th St. SE, Pine City. Feb. 23, 8:39 p.m., report of theft, Fawn Meadows, Pine City.

Miscellaneous

Feb. 17, 1:24 p.m., report of assault, County Hwy. 61, Pine City. Feb. 19, 10:20 a.m., report of disturbance, Main St. S, Pine City. Feb. 19, 9:43 p.m., report of juvenile trouble, Fawn Meadows, Pine City. Feb. 20, 12:12 p.m., report of runaway, Fawn Meadows, Pine City. Feb. 21, 12:40 p.m., report of miscellaneous law call, 10th St. SW, Pine City. Feb. 22, 9:23 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Airwaves Rd. NE, Pine City.

Jail roster

Feb. 18, Garrett Allan Defoe, hold for other agency, drugs, controlled substances- drug; Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Feb. 18, Jon Oiyotte, Pine County warrant, ﬂeeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, receiving stolen property, aggravated robbery- 2nd degree. Feb. 18, Jakob Ray Hill, Pine County warrant, burglary- 1st degree- poss dangerous weapon/explosive. Feb. 18, Lisa Marie Fenske, hold for

other agency: arrest- gross misdemeanor warrant. Released Feb. 19. Feb. 18, Tyler John Shabaiash, Pine County warrant: probation violation- FE warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released Feb. 19. Feb. 19, Timothy John Schultz, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Feb. 19, Travis Ely Swanson, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; ﬂeeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle; domestic. Feb. 19, Charlotte Houle, probable cause, fugitive from justice from other state; hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Feb. 19, Amber Corrine Hultman, under sentence: serving 6 days- concurrent. Released Feb. 24. Feb. 19, Craig Christopher Thompson, writ: drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; domestic abuse- violate order for protection; terroristic threats- cause or attempt cause terror. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 19, Kent David Olson, writ: drugs- 5th degreesale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration; driving while impaired. Released Feb. 21. Feb. 19, Marcus Darrell Pederson, hold for other agency: unspeciﬁed warrant. Released Feb. 19. Feb. 19, Tyler James Struxness, probable cause, 4th degree driving while impaired. Released Feb. 19. Feb. 20, Kayde Marie Mader, Pine

County warrant, under sentence, wrongfully obtaining assistancetheft- by false stmts, concealment, impersonation. Feb. 20, Corey Thomas Nielson, probable cause, introduce contraband- drug/liquor into jail/lockup/ prison; drugs- 5th degree controlled substancepossession, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4not small amount marijuana. Feb. 20, Zachary Tyler Anderson, hold for other agency: bench- misdemeanor warrant. Released Feb. 21. Feb. 20, Jason Edward Herron, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree controlled substancepossession. Released Feb. 21. Feb. 20, Katie Jo Lee, hold for other agency: bench- misdemeanor warrant. Released Feb. 21. Feb. 20, Casey John Nelson, summons: criminal vehicular operation- bodily harm, alcohol conc .08 or more w/in 2 hrs of driving, under inﬂuence alcohol; traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle under inﬂuence of alcohol, alcohol concentration .08 within 2 hours. Released Feb. 20. Feb. 21, Jodi Elizabeth Croft, Pine County warrant, check forgery- offer/possess w/intent to defraud. Feb. 21, Brandon Dunkley, Pine County warrant, contempt of court- fail to pay ordered child support. Feb. 21, Cory Thompson, Pine County warrant, theft- take/use/transfer movable property- no consent. Feb. 21, Luke Clare Anderson, probable cause, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no owner consent. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Patrick Wayne Harth, under sentence: serving 2 days- concur-

rent. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Ronald Allan Johnson, hold for other agency: failure to appear warrant. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Amy Sue Pfeifer, probable cause, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no owner consent; drugs5th degreesale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Shannon Nichole Siekas, hold for other agency: unspeciﬁed warrant, drugs- 5th degree- salemarijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration; introduce contrabanddrugs/liquor into jail/lockup/prison. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Jacob Ryan Larson, hold for other agency: bench- misdemeanor warrant, counterfeiting of currency- uttering or possessing. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 21, Sandra Jean Boylan, summons: liquor- purchase/sell/barter/ furnish/give to u/21 yr. Released Feb. 21. Feb. 22, Gregory Brian Wilson, probable cause, obstruct legal process- lawful execution legal process; harassment, restraining order- violate and knows of temporary or restraining order. Feb. 22, Matthew Russell Dickey, probable cause, drugs- 5th degreesale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration. Feb. 22, Geoffrey Paul Glasgow, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- pos-

session. Feb. 22, Kyle Richard Kappes, writ, theft- take/use/transfer movable property- no consent. Feb. 22, Matthew Swanson, probable cause, traffic regulation- driver must carry proof of insurance when operating vehicle; traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle- alcohol concentration .08 within 2 hours, DWI- 3rd degree driving while impaired, 1 aggravating factor. Feb. 22, Charles Henry Hibke, summons, liquor- purchase/sell/barter/ furnish/give to u/21 yr. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 22, John Thomas Kennedy, summons: issue dishonored check. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 22, Marcus Darrell Pederson, hold for other agency: bench felony warrant. Released Feb. 22. Feb. 23, Steven Craine Grimes, hold for other agency, give peace officer false name; probable cause, domestic assault- misdemeanor, drugs5th degree controlled substancepossession. Feb. 23, Scot Howard Fortune, probable cause, traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle under inﬂuence of alcohol, DWI- 2nd degree driving while impaired, 2 or more aggravating factors; open bottle law. Feb. 23, Renee Gale, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Feb. 24, Cajer Lee Kubec, Pine County warrant, contempt of court- fail to pay ordered child support.

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File Number: 58-JV-19-1 Case Type: Juvenile In the Matter of the Welfare of the Child(ren) of: Bobbi Anne St. John, Parent Brian Keith Roseland, Jr. Parent Summons and Notice Petition to Transfer Permanent Legal and Physical Custody of Child(ren) to a Relative NOTICE TO: Bobbi Anne St. John and Brian Keith Roseland, Jr., above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s). 1. A Petition to Transfer Permanent Legal and Physical Custody to a Relative has been filed with the Juvenile Court of Pine County located at 635 Northridge Drive, Suite 320, Pine City, Minnesota. The Petition requests that legal and physical custody of the child(ren) of the above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s) be permanently transferred to the relative named in the Petition. 2. Notice is hereby given that the matter of the Petition to Transfer Permanent Legal and Physical Custody to a Relative will be called for hearing before the Juvenile Court located at 635 Northridge Drive, Pine City, Minnesota, on March 21, 2019 at 8:30 a.m. or as soon after as the matter can be heard. 3. YOU ARE SUMMONED AND ORDERED to personally appear before the Juvenile Court at the scheduled date and time. 4. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR AT THE HEARING, the Court may still conduct the hearing and may enter an order granting the relief requested in the Petition, including permanently transferring the legal and physical custody of the child(ren) to a relative. 5. You have a right to be represented by an attorney. The Court may appoint an attorney to represent you, if you qualify for a court-appointed an attorney. WITNESS, the Honorable Heather M. Wynn Judge of District Court BY: Lu Ann Blegen Court Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 28, March 7 and 14, 2019

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE DATE: January 28, 2019 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 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: January 25, 2006 2. Mortgagor: Anderson Commercial, Inc. (a/k/a AndersonCommercial, Inc.), a Minnesota Corporation 3. Mortgagee: Horizon Bank f/k/a Pine City State Bank Assigned to Stearns Bank, NA (see #5 below) 4. Recording Information: Recorded on January 26, 2006 as Document Number 452104, in the  Office of the County Recorder  Registrar of Titles of Pine County, Minnesota 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: Assigned to Stearns Bank, NA, a National Banking Association by written assignment recorded on April 15, 2010, as Document Number 486955 in the recording office stated in paragraph 4. INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 43.0018.000 7. County in which mortgaged premises is located: Pine 8. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (SW ¼ of SE ¼ ) of Section Fourteen (14), Township Thirty-eight (38), Range Twenty (20) LESS that portion that was conveyed to the State of Minnesota for highway purposes via Warranty Deed recorded on December 1, 2014 as Document Number A-517823, and legally described as follows: That part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 14, Township 38 North, Range 20 West, shown as Parcel 45 on Minnesota Department of Transportation Right of Way Plat Numbered 58-21 as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in

www.pinecitymn.com and for Pine County, Minnesota. Containing 2.27 acres, more or less. Together with other rights set forth below, forming and being part of said Parcel 45: Temporary Easement: A temporary easement for highway purposes as shown on said plat as to said Parcel 45 by the temporary easement symbol, said easement shall cease on December 1, 2020, or on such earlier date upon which the Commissioner of Transportation determines by formal order that it is no longer needed for highway purposes; excepting therefrom the existing buildings and propane tank situated thereon. Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens)  9. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 14925 State Hwy 70, Pine City, MN 55063 OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 10. The person holding the Mortgage: [check one]  is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are […]. The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is N/A  is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are Stearns Bank, NA as assignee from Horizon Bank f/k/a Pine City State Bank. 11. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is Horizon Bank f/k/a Pine City State Bank. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 12. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee complied with all of the notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by the mortgage, or any part thereof. 13. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $88,490.43. 14. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $57,325.68. 15. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, at public auction on March 21, 2019, 10:00 a.m., at Pine County Sheriff’s Department, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Suite 100, Pine City, MN 55063, to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorney’s fees, allowed by law. 16. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is twelve (12) months after the date of sale. 17. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on March 21, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under Minn. Stat. §580.07 or §582.032. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Stearns Bank NA 600 Hillside Ave SW Pine City, MN 55063 Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC

243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 john@cabaklaw.com Attny Reg. No. 0388929 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28 and March 7, 2019 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. DATE: February 5, 2019 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage: INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGE TO BE FORECLOSED 1. Date of Mortgage: June 2, 2008 2. Mortgagors: Audra M. Nelson and Allen E. Nelson, husband and wife 3. Mortgagees: Lake Area Bank 4. Recording Information: Recorded on June 10, 2008, as Document Number A473082, and as modified from time to time, with the most recent Modification recorded on November 21, 2014, as Document Number A-517723, in the County Recorder’s Office for Pine County, Minnesota. 5. Assignments of Mortgage, if any: None INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 28-5506-000 7. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: Lot 6, Block 3, Ausmus Maple Knoll, Pine County, Minnesota Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered (Torrens)  8. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 12465 Branch Drive, Pine City, MN 55063 OTHER FORECLOSURE DATA 9. The person holding the Mortgage:  is a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the transaction agent, residential mortgage servicer, and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are […]. The transaction agent’s mortgage identification number, if stated on the Mortgage, is […].  is not a transaction agent, as defined by Minn. Stat. 58.02, subd. 30. The name(s) of the residential mortgage servicer and the lender or broker, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is/are Lake Area Bank. 10. If stated on the Mortgage, the name of the mortgage originator, as defined in Minn. Stat. 58.02, is Lake Area Bank. INFORMATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE 11. The requisites of Minn. Stat. 580.02 have been satisfied. 12. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was $107,200.00. 13. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $101,657.52. 14. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Pine County, Minnesota, at public auction on March 27, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, located at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota. 15. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale. 16. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) provides, “If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, the notice must also specify the date on or before which the mortgagor must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property redeemed under section 580.23.” If this statute applies, the time to vacate the property is 11:59 p.m. on September 27, 2019. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION,

AND ARE ABANDONED. Name and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: GDO Law 4770 White Bear Parkway, Suite 100 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Lake Area Bank 1400 East Highway 96 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 14, 21, 28, March 7, 14 and 21, 2019 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 24, 2013 MORTGAGOR: Jill M Warner FKA Jill M Duval and Brian Warner, wife and husband. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded May 9, 2013 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A-507766. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Freedom Mortgage Corporation. Dated July 12, 2018 Recorded July 16, 2018, as Document No. A541043. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100073000868288523 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Freedom Mortgage Corporation RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Freedom Mortgage Corporation MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 530 4th Street Southeast, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 425342000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots Three (3) and Four (4), Block 42, Townsite of Pine City, Pine County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $101,991.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $98,228.08 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 18, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 18, 2019, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL

PINE CITY PIONEER REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: February 11, 2019 Freedom Mortgage Corporation Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 46 - 19-001667 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2019 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Northwest Area Street Improvements City of Pine City, Minnesota SEH No. PINE0 113189 Notice is hereby given that sealed Bids will be received by the City of Pine City until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2019, at the Pine City, City Hall located at 315 Main St. S., Suite 100, Pine City, MN 55063, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for the furnishing of all labor and material for the construction of Northwest Area Street Improvements. Major quantities for the Work include: Est. Qty Unit Item 14,100 SY Reclaim Bituminous Pavement 2,480 TON Bituminous Pavement 60 RS Subgrade Preparation Bids shall be on the form provided for that purpose and according to the Bidding Requirements prepared by Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®) dated February 1, 2019. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. located at 3535 Vadnais Center Drive, St. Paul, MN 55110-5196, Greg Anderson 651.490.2000. The Bidding Documents may be viewed for no cost at http://www. sehinc.com by selecting the Project Bid Information link at the bottom of the page and the View Plans option from the menu at the top of the selected project page. Digital image copies of the Bidding Documents are available at http:// www.sehinc.com for a fee of $30. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the PROJECT BID INFORMATION link and by entering eBidDocTM Number 6135683 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com. Paper copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Docunet Corp. located at 2435 Xenium Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55441 (763.475.9600) for a fee of $70. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid must accompany each Bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bids shall be directed to the City Administrator, securely sealed and endorsed upon the outside wrapper, “BID FOR NORTHWEST AREA STREET IMPROVEMENTS.” The City reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract in the best interests of the City. Matthew Van Steenwyk Interim City Administrator City of Pine City, Minnesota Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 14, 21 and 28, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS PINE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Hall Council Chamber 315 Main Street South NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Pine City Planning Commission will meet and review the following on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 beginning at approximately 6:30 p.m.: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW A Conditional Use Permit for Antonio Valdovinos will be reviewed to consider an accessory dwelling unit in the Agricultural – Open Space District (A-O), located at 18485 Grantit Drive NE, also referred to as parcel #42.0049.017. PRELIMINARY PLAT REVIEW A Preliminary Plat Review for Pine City Senior Living, Summit Development and Robert & Jane

Jones to plat Outlot B in the Northridge Business Park, also referred to as parcel #42.5990.000. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVIEW A Conditional Use Permit for Pine City Senior Living, Summit Development and Robert & Jane Jones will be reviewed to consider an 113 unit senior apartment with memory care, independent and assisted living services (defined as Institutional Residential in the Municipal Development Ordinance) in the General Business (GB) district, located on Northridge Drive NW, also referred to as parcel #42.5990.000. DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN REVIEW A Development Site Plan for Pine City Senior Living, Summit Development and Robert & Jane Jones will be reviewed to consider a 113 unit senior apartment with memory care, independent and assisted living services in the General Business (GB) district, located on Northridge Drive NW, also referred to as parcel #42.5990.000. R-2 ONE AND TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT REZONING A rezoning request for Yanik Companies, Elan Shores LLC, Big Fork Valley LLC and Chester Yanik LLC will be reviewed to consider rezoning a parcel in the One and Two Family Residential (R-2) district to Higher Density Multi-Family Residential (MFR-2) to develop the parcel into a 72 unit senior apartment building with memory care and independent living services, located on 1st Street SE, also referred to as parcel #42.5022.000. DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN REVIEW A Development Site Plan for Hilltop Cottages LLC, c/o Commonwealth Development Corp and the City of Pine City will be reviewed to consider a 35 unit multi-family housing development in the Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential (MFR-1) district, located on 8th Street SW, also referred to as parcel #42.0006.000. The regular scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission is the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. Due to the Special Election on March 19, 2019 the meeting was rescheduled for March 12, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. All interested persons are encouraged to attend. Lezlie Sauter Community Development Director Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 28, 2019

NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the quarterly Sewer Committee Meeting date will be changed from the scheduled date of March 6th, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. to April 3rd, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. due to the Special State Primary being held at the Town Hall on March 5th, 2019. Posted: February 25th, 2019 Susan Alderink Administrative Clerk Pokegama Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 28, 2019

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING, ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND BOARD OF CANVASS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified voters of Pokegama Township, Pine County, State of Minnesota that the Annual Election of the Officers and the Annual Township Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12th, 2019. In case of inclement weather, the Annual Election and Meeting will be postponed until the third Tuesday in March and will be notice on WCMP Radio Station and posted at the Town Hall. The Election Polls will be open from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at which time the voters will elect: Supervisor B: Three (3) year term The Annual Meeting will commence at 8:15 p.m. to conduct all necessary business prescribed by law. The Annual Meeting and the Annual Election will be held at the Pokegama Town Hall located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, Minnesota 55063. The Board of Canvass will meet on Tuesday, March 12th, 2019 at the conclusion of business but prior to the adjournment of the 2018 Annual Meeting to certify the election results. Posted: February 21, 2019 Susan L. Alderink Administrative Clerk Pokegama Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 21 and 28, 2019

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Spring and a supermoon mark March skies • Daylight saving time returns March 10 BY DEANE MORRISON

March mornings glow with the light of Jupiter and Saturn, both well up in the southeast to south in the predawn sky. The two planets flank the Teapot of Sagittarius, with Jupiter the higher and brighter planet. Above Saturn hangs the little Teaspoon of stars. Far to the lower left of Saturn, Venus drifts toward the sun’s foreglow. On the 1st, a thick crescent moon hangs close to Saturn. The next morning, the moon and Venus make a pretty pair. When daylight saving time returns at 2 a.m. March 10, it makes life temporarily easier for early-bird starwatchers. The biggest difference comes at the outset; on the morning of the switchover, the sun rises nearly an hour later than the day before. This advantage dwindles away in just a month, so enjoy it while you can. In the evening sky, Mars holds its own in the west. Meanwhile, the bright winter constellations close in on the red planet as they begin their descent to the horizon. On the 31st, Mars will be lined up with two bright stars: Aldebaran, the eye of Taurus, the bull; and Betelgeuse, Orion’s right shoulder. Also that night, the lovely Pleiades star cluster passes close to Mars. March’s full moon arrives at 8:43 p.m. on the 20th. Its closeness to Earth qualifies it as another “supermoon,” and it will rise, round and lovely, as sunset draws near. This full moon comes just a few hours into spring, which begins with the vernal equinox at 4:58 p.m. on the 20th. At that moment, Earth’s axis will tilt neither toward nor away from the sun, and our planet will be lighted from pole to pole. During the last 10 days of the month, look for the elusive zodiacal light an hour or so after sunset. This time of year, it appears as a faint finger of light pointing up from the sunset horizon along the sun’s path,

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Where to Vote / Elections Pine City is in Minnesota’s Eighth Congressional District on the federal level. On the state level, Pine City is in Minnesota Senate District 8 and House District 11B. Elections Local, State and National: Residents vote at the town hall or city hall of the precinct in which they reside. Refer to the “Township Officers” section of the Pine City Information Guide for locations. Pine City Council: All Pine City residents vote at city hall in Pine City, 315 Main Street South. Township Officers: Residents of Pine County townships vote every March for township officers. Polling places are the respective town halls. Pine County Board of Commissioners: Pine City area residents vote in District 1 or District 2 in November of primary and general election years. Voting locations are city hall or respective town halls.

and is visible only in dark skies with no interfering moon. Its soft shimmer comes from sunlight reflecting off dust in the plane of the solar system.

Pine City School District No. 578: The district encompasses over 5,000 homes in and around Pine City. Elections to the seven-member school board are held in November of every other year to coincide with general elections. The polling place is at Pine City Junior and Senior High School at 1400 Main Street South in Pine City.

The University of Minnesota offers public viewings of the night sky at its Duluth and Twin Cities campuses. For more information and viewing schedules, see: Duluth, Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium: www.d.umn.edu/planet Twin Cities, Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics: www.astro.umn.edu/outreach/pubnight Check out the astronomy programs at the University of Minnesota’s Bell Museum Exploradome: www. bellmuseum.umn.edu/education/exploradome Find U of M astronomers and links to the world of astronomy at http://www.astro.umn.edu

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PUBLIC NOTICES FROM PAGE 17 MISSION CREEK TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF ELECTION AND ANNUAL MEETING Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Mission Creek Township, County of Pine, State of MN that the annual election of Township officers and the Annual Town Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Mission Creek Town Hall, Beroun, MN. The election poll hours will be from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. At which time voters will elect: One (1) supervisor for a three (3) year term. The township annual meeting will commence at approximately 8:15 p.m. to conduct all necessary business as prescribed by law. In the case of bad weather the date will be moved to the following Tuesday March 19,

2018. BOARD OF CANVASS & NOTICE OF REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING The Board of Canvass will meet at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday March 13, 2018 to canvass the results of the March 12th 2019 election. The annual Reorganizational meeting will immediately follow the Board of Canvass meeting. The regular scheduled board meeting will follow at 8:00p.m. All meetings will be held at the Mission Creek Town Hall in Beroun, Minnesota. Stacy Hancock, clerk Mission Creek Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 21 and 28, 2019 Notice of Annual Meeting and Election of Supervisor Brook Park Township Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Brook Park Township,

County of Pine, State of Minnesota, that the Election of officers and Annual Township Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, at the Brook Park Town Hall, (formerly Lions Den), Brook Park, MN. Polls will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at which time the voters will elect: (1) Supervisor – Three Year Term The Town Board will meet as a Board of Canvass immediately following the closing of the polls to declare the official results of the Election. The Annual Meeting will follow the Board of Canvass. Possible building options for a new town hall will be reviewed and open for discussion at the annual meeting. Please note: The March monthly meeting will be held immediately following the Annual Meeting. In case of inclement weather, the Election, Board of Canvass and

Annual Meeting will be rescheduled to March 13th, 2019. Kelly Johnson – Clerk Brook Park Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 28, 2019 Notice of Annual Meeting Notice is hereby given to residents of Pine City Township, County of Pine, State of MN that the Annual Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12th 2019 at the Pine City Town Hall, 21977 St. Croix Rd. The Annual Meeting will commence at 7:00 pm to conduct all necessary business as prescribed by law. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 19th, 2019 due to the Special Election being held by order of the Governor on that date the meeting will not commence until after the polls close at 8:00 pm. Respectfully submitted,

Tammy Carlson, Clerk Pine City Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 28, 2019 Chengwatana Township Election Notice-Public TestMeeting Change Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of Chengwatana Township, County of Pine, State of MN, that the Annual Election of Town Officers and Annual Town Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019; at Chengwatana Town Hall. The election hours are from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at which time the voters will elect: One Supervisor – 3 - year term One Treasurer – 2 - year term The Board of Canvass will meet immediately following the close of polls. The Chengwatana Township Annual Meeting will commence at

8:05 pm, March 12, 2019, to conduct all necessary business prescribed by law. In case of inclement weather, the election and meeting may be postponed until Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Absentee voting is available by contacting the clerk at 320-6292208. Public accuracy test of optical scan voting equipment will be done on Saturday, March 9, 2019, at 9:00 am at the Chengwatana Townhall, 27136 Forest Road, Pine City. Due to the State House Special Election, the regular monthly meeting of the board has been moved from Tuesday, March 19th to Thursday, March 21st at 8 pm. Katy Overtoom Clerk, Chengwatana Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 28 and March 7, 2019

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Homes in Hugo, Dellwood, White Bear, Wyoming, North Branch, Harris, Stanchfield, Pine City, Brook Park $250 Sign on Bonus Starting wages range $12.00 to $17.00/hr. Weekend differentials, Overnight differentials Year-end bonus Paid training Medical, Dental, 401(k), Paid Personal Leave We have full-time, part-time, and relief positions available Community Living Options provides 24-hour residential care and supervision to adults and children with intellectual developmental disabilities, mental health and medical challenges. For interview call Polly @ 651-237-1087 or email: Trainer@clomail.com Apply online at CLO-MN.com

Non-Exempt, Part-Time position starting at $18.77

Located in Mora, MN

Full Time & Part Time Openings

Now Hiring Direct Support Professionals

PART-TIME DISPATCHER

Pine City High School

HIGHWAY TECHNICIAN II Position open for a full-time Highway Technician II in the County Highway Department. Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field, and a valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s License. Starting Salary: $23.76 per hour with excellent benefits. For more details and/or to apply, go to: https:// www.governmentjobs.com/careers/coisantimn.

Pine County Employment Notice:

PART TIME JANITORIAL

SIGN WORKER II Position open for a full-time Sign Worker II in the County Highway Department. Starting salary is $21.10 per hour with excellent benefits. For complete job description and to apply, go to https:// www.governmentjobs.com/careers/coisantimn/. Deadline: Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. AA/EEO

Duties: Operates the emergency communications center and serves as the Sheriff ’s Office switchboard. Fast-paced environment. Willing to train the right candidate. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, technical degree in communications. One-year experience as a dispatcher is preferred, but not necessary. Applicants must complete county application found in the Administrator’s page at www.co.pine.mn.us. Closes March 15, 2019 Pine County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

PLACE A CLASSIFIED TODAY.

320-322-5243

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE TEMPORARY WATERCRAFT INSPECTORS Position: Temporary Watercraft Inspector Location: Varies Union: Non-Union FSLA Status: Non-Exempt ESSENTIAL DUTIES: a.) Inspect watercrafts entering and exiting designated area lakes. b.) Educate watercraft users on information to preventing the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species. c.) Conduct AIS related boat surveys using hand-held electronic device d.) Other duties as assigned Position is from May 2019 – September 2019, Friday through Sunday, with additional time worked during holiday weekends. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: H.S. Diploma/GED and a valid driver’s license. Training for Aquatic Invasive species will be coordinated through the DNR prior to starting date. Knowledge of aquatic species, excellent communication skills and attention to detail preferred. APPLICANT INFORMATION: All applicants must complete a Pine County application, cover letter and resume. See website for detailed speciﬁcs regarding job responsibilities and requirements. Contact the Pine County Administrator’s Oﬃce for application or download the application on the website at www.co.pine.mn.us.

SALARY: $12.00-$15.00 based on qualiﬁcations CLOSING DATE: March 21, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. An Equal Opportunity Employer

TMA’s & CNA’s

If you want to work in a FUN family-like environment…we have a spot for you!

$$$ Progressive Sign-On Bonus $$$ Position requirements: CNA’s must be currently active on the MN Nursing Assistant Registry. TMA’s must provide proof of certification. These FT and PT positions offer competitive base pay, compensation credit for experience, shift differential pay, PTO and holiday pay. A comprehensive benefit package is offered for positions scheduled 60+ hours per pay period.

To take advantage of these opportunities contact Human Resources

St. Clare Living Community of Mora 110 7th Street N, Mora, MN 55051 (320) 679-8328 • Fax (320) 679-8350 nancy.dobbins@lsfhealth.org EOE

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Call 320-322-5243 or go to www.pinecitymn.com - click on Classiﬁeds, place an ad!

The smart way to sell your stuff! Call 320-322-5243 or go to www.pinecitymn.com - click on Classifieds, place an ad! EMPLOYMENT NOTICE AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) AND LAND USE INTERNSHIP Position: AIS and Land Use Internship Location: Pine City, MN Union: Non-Union FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Conduct watercraft inspections and assist coordination of Watercraft Inspectors • Assist AIS education efforts including: tabling at events, mailings, and advertisement campaigns • Conduct AIS outreach to lake associations and resorts • Assist County Shoreland Management Program and other office functions • Design promotional materials.

Position is from May 2019 through August 2019 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be enrolled in a post-secondary water resources, natural resources, or related degree program and must possess a valid driver’s license. Applicants must have excellent written and oral communication and must be capable of working with the public, other agencies, and law enforcement. Applicants must have the ability to work independently, in a team setting, must be organized, and willing to work in adverse weather conditions. Applicants must be able to lift 25 pounds. Training for AIS will be coordinated through the DNR prior to starting date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Natural Resources Management and Aquatic Invasive Species. Creativity and experience with graphic design.

APPLICANT INFORMATION: All applicants must complete a Pine County application, cover letter and resume. Contact Pine County Administrator’s office for an application or download the application on the web site at www.co.pine.mn.us under Departments – Human Resources – Employment Opportunities and drop off or mail to the County Administrator’s office. SALARY: $12.00-$15.00/hour depending on qualifications POSTING DATE: February 28, 2019 CLOSING DATE: March 21, 2019 at 4:30pm. An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

FULL TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE & ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION Digital Copy Center & Media Operations This is a perfect opportunity if you: • Have strong customer service & technology skills • Like to work independently • Are detailed oriented • Proficient in Excel & Word

Benefits include: Health insurance, 401k, competitive hourly wage

Send resume to: wweber@moraminn.com

www.moraminn.com 107 Park St. S., Mora, MN 55051

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Snow gets serious in Pine City Heavy snowfalls and blizzard conditions over recent weeks have left students with their share of snow days, and everyone else – even Pine City’s Voyageur – peering through a snow haze.

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A nimbus is clearly visible around the winter sun as it rises above a stand of evergreen trees on a chilly February morning.

FirstLight Health System announces our 3rd Annual Celebration of

I LOVE TO READ MONTH All children under the age of 10 can

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FREE BOOK February 25th through March 2nd* *That’s Dr. Seuss Day!

Stop in to any of our clinics, Monday – Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm

FirstLight Health System is proud to partner with Reach Out & Read ®– a nonprofit organization that builds on the unique relationship between parents & medical providers to develop critical early reading skills in children.

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