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The race is on: Special election 2 Pine County men join Walz called for state senator STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

A special election will be held on Feb. 5 to fill the state senate seat for Minnesota’s District 11, which covers all of Pine and Carlton counties and parts of Kanabec and St. Louis counties.

That seat became vacant after Senator Tony Lourey resigned from the position on Jan. 3 in order to become the Minnesota Human Services

SPECIAL PRIMARY Tuesday, Jan. 22 SPECIAL ELECTION Tuesday, Feb. 5 commissioner in the newly-minted administration of Governor Tim Walz.

Lourey had held the seat since 2007, succeed-

ing his mother, Becky Lourey, who held the seat from 1997-2007.

A special primary will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 22 for the major party candidates.

The deadline for filing as a candidate was 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8. As of 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, six candidates had paid the $100 fee to file: John “Sparky” Birrenbach, Legal Marijuana Now party; Michelle Lee, DFL; Justin M. Krych, Re-

publican; Jason Rarick, Republican; Matthias M. Shir, Republican and Stu Lourey, DFL. Birrenbach, Rarick, Shir and Lourey filed in Pine County while Lee and Krych filed in Carlton County.

A full list of candidates with biographical information on each will be printed in next week’s Pine City Pioneer along with more details about the Jan. 22 special primary.

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Even Frosty has had enough holiday fun This local snowman was caught taking a rest after a busy Christmas season. With New Year in the rear-view mirror, local snowmobilers took advantage of a few days of snow, and anglers held out hope that warming temperatures wouldn’t disrupt the ice fishing season – at least not until after the Jan. 27 Fish Derby on Pokegama Lake.

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Two Pine County men have been named as state commissioners in the administration of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who was inaugurated on Jan. 3.

In a statement, Walz announced that Thom Petersen will lead the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, while Tony Lourey will serve as commissioner for the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

THOM PETERSEN In naming Petersen as the head of the agriculture department, Walz cited Petersen’s decade of experience at the Minnesota Farmers Union, and expressed hope that Petersen would help Minnesota farmers in the global marketplace.

“Minnesota’s farmers and agriculture are vital to our economy and our way of life,” Walz said. “Thom Petersen understands how policy directly affects farmers’ daily lives.”

Petersen, 52, is a long-time resident of Royalton Township near Pine City where he lives on a horse farm with his wife Alana and their two sons. The Petersens show horses around the state and have competed at the Minnesota State Fair for over 25 years.

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Petersen received his associate’s degree from Normandale Community College and studied at both the University of Minnesota and University of Georgia. Petersen has served as the director of government relations for Minnesota Farmers Union since 2002 and has served on many boards and committees.

“I am honored, humbled and excited for the opportunity to serve Minnesota’s farmers and agriculture in the Walz-Flanagan Administration,” said Petersen.

“I look forward to working ... to address the diverse challenges Minnesota farmers SEE COMMISSIONERS, PAGE 14

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There are five deliveries to be made today.

Vallerie Brown and Kelly Graber loaded groceries into the hatchback, checked names and orders before driving to their first stop at Mora’s Park Forest Estates apartments.

Brown and Graber work for Lakes and Pines Community Action Council and were making the first of several grocery deliveries to seniors who find it challenging to do their own shopping.

The Groceries To Go program, like many of Lakes and Pines’ other programs, is intended to help seniors retain their ability to live in their homes and delay the need to move into assisted living or other types of senior care housing.

Brown is Lakes and Pines’ Senior Services Program Coordinator.

She explained the program currently delivers in Mora and Pine City.

Mora residents have utilized the program the most with 13 clients currently using the service with more on a waiting list. “We have such a demand for it here,� Brown said.

Brown said her goal is to expand the program to serve more and expand into serving cities like Ogilvie and into Chisago and Isanti counties, but she hasn’t been able to recruit enough delivery

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Kelly Graber (right) and a Coborn’s employee check order lists and load groceries into their vehicle to be delivered to seniors who struggle to shop on their own.

volunteers to fill the need.

The program is designed for clients to place orders through Coborn’s online ordering and pick up service. Since many

of the clients are not comfortable with or don’t own a computer, Brown takes the orders over the phone and enters them online herself.

Then, Brown schedules

volunteers to pick up and deliver the orders about once a week. Unfortunately, Brown has struggled to find enough volunteers. One of her volunteers was a college

student logging service hours as part of her education. She recently met her requirement and was no longer volunteering.

Brown’s second volunteer badly injured her leg and won’t be able to return until it is healed.

To fulfill the deliveries, Brown and Graber rolled up their sleeves and loaded their cars.

Graber usually delivers orders in Pine City and was unfamiliar with the Mora addresses as she filled in for the missing volunteers.

The first stop is the home of Dawn Angstman.

Angstman is 77 years old and has health problems that make it difficult for her to breathe and walk.

She said a trip to the grocery store wears her out and it takes a long time for her to recover her strength. “I choose to get these groceries the way that I do because I cannot do it myself,� Angstman said.

Occasionally, Angstman’s daughter will help her to go shopping but isn’t always able to.

As Brown and Graber unpacked the groceries in the kitchen, Angstman called the program a “godsend.� “It really is wonderful.

It gives my daughter a bit more free time ... and I don’t get worn out,� she said.

Just before Christmas, Angstman had a coupon for pies and whipped cream, but it seems the pies weren’t among her delivery. Mistakes like this happen, said Angstman, but she is so grateful for the opportunity to use the program such mistakes don’t upset her. “They are providing a service. Why would I want to get upset about

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She lives on her own in an apartment and is active with the Lewis Lake Church Bible study group, but she is easily fatigued and relies on Timber Trails Transit or friends for transportation.

She said she has been blessed to have friends and services available to her that help her live independently. “I can stay here longer if I get groceries this way,� she said. “I think it is a wonderful service.�

Brown said clients have always shown appreciation for the service, and she wants to keep the program strong. Working with Coborn’s has been pleasant and their relationship and efficiency has improved over time.

She said a dream would be to have enough volunteers that they could expand the service.

She envisioned a team of five committed volunteers who could deliver about once a month for no more than two to three hours. “We want to keep it going but we need some help,� said Brown.

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THURSDAY JAN. 10 Coffee with the editor

On Thursday, Jan. 10 have a cup of coffee with Pine City Pioneer editor Mike Gainor, 10 a.m., at Mom’s Parkside Cafe in downtown Pine City (223 5th St. SE). Stop by with questions or comments about the newspaper, things going on in town, ideas, issues, or just to say hello. Call 320-629-6771 with questions.

WINDOW abuse support group A support group for domestic abuse survivors meets at Journey North Church – 840 Main St., Pine City, every other Thursday from 6-7 p.m. The next meeting is Thursday, Jan. 10. Call 320-384-7113 for more information.

(Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) will have a guest speaker at their next free meeting on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2-3:30 p.m., at the United Methodist Church/Common Ground, 404 Cypress Street N, Cambridge.

Ray Lockman – Hennepin County librarian, University of Wisconsin-Madison lecturer, and national speaker on topics related to diversity and inclusion – will be presenting and leading a discussion on topics related to trans and gender non-conforming identities. A variety of issues, including gender identity and expression, vocabulary, gender pronouns, and discrimination and barriers targeting this group will be discussed. For more information call 320-272-0069, look on Facebook, or go to www. ecmnpflag.org.

Magnificent Red Hatters On Thursday, Jan. 10, 11 a.m., the Magnificent Red Hatters will share memories of the past year and lunch at Mom’s Parkside Cafe, downtown Pine City. To RSVP, or for questions, call Darlene at 320-629-4684.

Pheasants Forever Pine County’s Pheasants Forever chapter – East Central Spurs – will be meeting every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Wings North through Feb. 14 to prepare for their 20th anniversary banquet on Feb. 16 at Tobies in Hinckley. New members and committee volunteers are always welcome. Email kreed6634@comcast.net with any questions.

FRIDAY JAN. 11 Creative Canvas at PCftA Create a winter landscape painting at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 5th St. SE, Pine City, on Friday, Jan. 11, 7 p.m., with local artist Peg Skalicky.

Attendees will enjoy wine, appetizers and a friendly atmosphere for a relaxing night out with friends. Space is limited; call 320-629-4924 or visit www. pinecenter.org for cost, information or to register.

SUNDAY & WEDNESDAY JAN. 13 & 16

SUNDAY JAN. 13 PFLAG special presentation East Central MN PFLAG

Senior dancing Senior dancing, featuring music by Ed Pangerl, will take place at the Pine City American Legion on Wednesday, Jan. 16 from 1 - 4 p.m. Emailrockcreekworks@gmail.com with any questions.

nabec History Center in Mora.

The program will feature an instructional DVD on National Geographic Travel Photography. Members will share their images for this month’s theme, “Frost and Ice.”

TUESDAY JAN. 22

Focus on Ability

ACT on Alzheimer’s

We R Able, Adults with Disabilities, sponsors a support group, Focus on Ability, on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 1 - 3:30 p.m. at the Chisago County Senior Center in North Branch. This is an opportunity for persons with a variety of health challenges to share stories, listen, meet new friends and offer encouragement to one another. For information, call 320-358-1211.

On Tuesday, Jan. 22, 4 p.m., the public is invited to a special ACT on Alzheimer’s event at the Pine City Public Library.

“Brain Health Resiliency as You Age: You Can Make a Difference” will be presented by Paula Woischke, Healthy Aging coordinator with the Central MN Council on Aging.

WEDNESDAY JAN. 23

‘Aspiring Entrepreneurship’

Adult open hockey On Sunday, Jan. 13 and Wednesday, Jan. 16 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.

On Wednesday, Jan. 16, noon to 4 p.m., those with a business idea are invited to a free “Aspiring Entrepreneurship” training at the Minnesota WorkForce Center, 903 Forest Ave. E, Mora, MN 55051. For more information call 612-2479319. To register, visit https:// tinyurl.com/y9ulb6I9.

‘Retail 101’ On Wednesday, Jan. 23, noon to 4 p.m., small retail business owners are invited to a free “Retail 101” training at the Minnesota WorkForce Center, 140 Buchanan St., Ste. 152, Cambridge, MN 55008. For more information call 612-2479319. To register, visit https:// tinyurl.com/y9ulb6I9.

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Red Cross blood drive An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Monday, Jan. 14 at St. John Lutheran Church, 980 West Fourth Street, Rush City, from 1-7 p.m.

For an appointment call the American Red Cross at 800-7332767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

Young adult bible study A young adult and college-aged Bible study is being held at the Pine City Evangelical Free Church on Mondays at 7 p.m. The study is free and is normally held at the south campus of the church at 625 Golf Ave. SW, Pine City, in the church basement. Call or text 320-438-4209 for more information and to confirm location.

PCftA gallery opening Pine Center for the Arts’ next gallery exhibit, “Digital Mischief,” an exhibit of photography by Gail Gates and Dee Kotaska, will open on Friday, Jan. 11. A free gallery opening reception with refreshments will take place from 4-6 p.m.

For more information contact PCftA by email at info@ pinecenter.org or leave a message at 320-629-4924.

WEDNESDAY JAN. 16

Women’s Christian Connection The Women’s Christian Connection invites all ladies on Monday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m., in Tobies’ Big Kettle Room in Hinckley for “Letting your treasure shine” presented

by Pam Matheson of D’Ears Jewelry in Finlayson. Music guests will be a Hinckley women’s vocal group with Bev Chafee, Lolly McCall and Dawn Mead. Guest speaker will be Michelle Oie with the subject, “Have You Found Your Passion In Life?” Reservations may be made by calling 320-384-6413 or 320-245-2783; walk-ins are also welcome.

Adult Day Break, a free service to give caregivers a break, takes place the first and third Thursdays of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City.

Games, crafts, bingo and a light lunch will be provided by volunteers Thursday, Jan. 17.

For more information or to sign up a care receiver, call Colleen Gallus at 320-629-7145.

SATURDAY JAN. 19

‘Three Minnesota Futures’ Kanabec County and Pine 11B DFL are hosting Sam Potter, a Minnesota atmospheric scientist, for a presentation on the newest climate change research: “Three Minnesota Futures – A Future to Fear, a Future to Prepare For, and a Future to Fight For.” The event is at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24 at the BeerClub Brewing brewery, 854 Forest Avenue East, Mora. There will be a cash bar, pot luck and free admission. For more information, call 225-397-1325.

Winter Frolic at the Snake River Fur Post On Saturday, Jan. 19 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Snake River Fur Post, Pine City, shake off the winter blues and enjoy the outdoors by tossing a curling stone on the ice, playing a round of snow snake, snowshoeing along the nature trails and learning about the North West Company and winter travel during the fur trade. Reservations are recommended; call 320-629-6356 or email furpost@ mnhs.org.

MONDAY JAN. 21 Northern Exposures Photo Club The Northern Exposures Photo Club will meet on Monday, Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ka-

SATURDAY JAN. 26 Cambridge candlelit ski/hike The public is invited to Anoka-Ramsey Community College for an evening of skiing or hiking two miles of candlelit trails along the Rum River on Saturday, Jan. 26, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The trails wander through the Cambridge Campus and the Spirit River Nature Area.

Festivities will also include refreshments, door prizes and live music in room G201/202.

Skiing begins from the Campus Center on the east side of Cty. Rte. 70. Free parking is available next to the college’s Campus Center. For more information, call 763-433-1100 or visit AnokaRamsey.edu.

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MEETINGS THURSDAY 1/10 TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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

Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine City VFW Auxiliary: Pine City, VFW Post #4258, 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY 1/13 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 1/14 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m.

AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 1/15 Pine County Board: 10 a.m., Pine Co. History Museum, Askov Pine City VFW: Pine City, VFW Post #4258, 7:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 1/16 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m., Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine Center for the Arts, Pine City AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

SENIOR DINING Jan. 14 - 18 Monday: Beef tips with mushroom gravy, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, peach slices, ice cream Tuesday: Special of the Day Wednesday: Chicken and rice casserole, baby carrots with oregano, Italian lettuce salad, dinner roll, cinnamon baked apples Thursday: Hawaiian DayAloha chicken, rice pilaf, grand green beans, mandarin oranges, elegant eclair dessert Friday: Breaded fish, rosemary roasted potatoes, broccoli Normandy, wheat bread, butterscotch bar Cost is $4.25 for people over 60 and $8 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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PINECITYMN.COM TOP STORIES Below are last week’s most read stories on the Pine City Pioneer website at: www.pinecitymn.com 1. Fatal crash on Highway 70: A woman is dead after a single-vehicle crash on Wednesday, Dec. 26 on Highway 70. The Minnesota State Patrol reports that Jacqueline Ann Marie Duke, 32, of Oak Grove was driving a Chevy Impala eastbound on Hwy. 70 on Dec. 26.

She was in Royalton Township, west of Interstate 35 near the intersection with Raspberry Road just before 5 a.m. when her vehicle went straight into a ditch, hit a driveway approach, and rolled.

2. Wade R. Hanson - obituary 3. Come on in, the wa-wa-water’s f-f-f-fine!: Kelly Osterdyk, Jeff Espeseth and Micah Overtoom braved the frigid waters of the Snake River on Dec. 30 for the annual Boy Scout Polar Plunge, and wished all of Pine City a Happy New Year while they were at it.

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CORRECTION The story “Pedestrian struck, killed on Hwy. 61” published in the Sept. 26, 2018 edition of the Pine City Pioneer contained an error. It has been corrected online, and the corrected text is below:

A pedestrian walking just south of Hinckley was struck and killed by a driver this past Wednesday.

The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that on Sept. 19 at 9:51 p.m., Pine County 911 received a call of a car versus pedestrian accident.

The caller reported a person walking on Highway 61 near the Napa Store south of Hinckley had been hit.

Deputies as well as Minnesota State Patrol and Essentia Ambulance responded to the scene.

The victim was transported to Essentia Sandstone and later transferred to a Duluth hospital. The victim passed away later in the evening.

The driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. The sheriff’s office states that alcohol or phone use by the driver were not believed to be factors.

However, the accident remains under investigation by the Pine County Sheriff’s Office and the Minnesota State Patrol.

The pedestrian struck and killed by a car on Sept. 19 was later identified as Kristian Bartel, 36, of Hinckley.

The driver of the vehicle was identified as Cynthia Holzschuh, 50, of Hinckley. At the time of the accident Holzschuh was driving a 2002 Chevrolet pickup.

The Minnesota State Patrol is assisting Pine County law enforcement in performing an accident reconstruction.

‘May you live in interesting times’ Boy, just when you thought election season was over...

It’s going to be a pretty interesting few weeks ahead in the area with this special election coming on Tuesday, Feb. 5. As you know from the story on Page 1, Senator Tony Lourey was named commissioner of the Minnesota Health and Human Services Department, which leaves the District 11 senate seat open – an area which includes Pine City as well as most of Pine County, Carlton County, and sections of Kanabec County and St. Louis County.

As of 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7 there Editor’s were six candidates who had filed for the open seat, according to the MinneSoapbox sota Secretary of State’s website. I’m writing these words on Monday night, Mike and wondering how many more will be getting their applications in before the 5 Gainor p.m. deadline on Tuesday, Jan. 8. I was at the Pine County Courthouse looking up criminal files on Monday afternoon and overheard someone picking up an application, so who knows – it may end up being quite a crowded field.

That field will be winnowed down during the special primary on Tuesday, Jan. 22. We will have more coverage on that primary next week.

At least one of the candidates in the running is already a legislator, so if he were to win then I believe that would mean – yep, you guessed it – a second special election.

Interesting times, right?

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Speaking of interesting times, we hope you enjoyed last week’s issue featuring the stories and images we’ll remember most from 2018 in Pine City. It’s always a lot of work to put together, but it makes for a remarkable look back of the year just past in our fair city. The unsung hero of that effort was our own Kim David, who went through nearly every issue of last year’s Pioneer and did a fantastic job writing up the recaps. Kim, thank you.

Finally, I’m looking forward to meeting with our readers this Thursday at 10 a.m. at Mom’s Parkside Cafe in downtown Pine City. Stop on by and let me know what you’re thinking about – the coffee’s on us.

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Why I honor the American flag Pine City ‘Patriot’s Pen’ youth essay contest winner

BY MAYA D. PHILLIPS EIGHTH GRADE - PINE CITY

I honor the American flag because it is a symbol of our country’s unity. The 13 stripes on our flag represent the 13 original colonies, and the 50 stars each represent a current state. By depicting these states as white stars together on a field of blue we are displaying our country’s motto: E pluribus unum, one among many, telling the world we are individual together.

Our flag has changed many times over the 242 years of our country’s history, but it has always stayed true to its original purpose of displaying to the world that we are one nation.

Our people may differ in race, religion and ethnicity, but we’re all Americans. Our country is unique in this because instead of pushing diversity away we have made it a pillar of our country’s strength.

All of us are descendants of immigrants from across the globe, and that shared background brings us together.

Our country has struggled through revolution, civil war, terrorism, depressions, hurricanes and droughts, but after each of these disasters passes through the first thing we do is raise our flag, showing the world that we have not been beaten and we will stand together to rebuild our great land. Together we push through hard obstacles and come out as one nation under one flag. When our country faces struggles, internal or abroad, we would do well to remember this.

In the past few years our country has become more divided. If we could all remember that our flag represents all of us and celebrates our diversity, I believe we would be more accepting of one another. We should celebrate our individuality as people and our togetherness as a nation.

The American flag symbolizes

our country’s diversity and unity unity, and that is why I honor it.

PATRIOT’S PEN is a VFW-sponsored youth essay competition that gives students in grades 6-8 an opportunity to write essays expressing their views on an annual patriotic theme.

Stand up for the pursuit of truth

BY GENE POLICINSKI FIRST AMENDMENT CENTER

Unlike most of Time magazine’s “Person of the Year” designees since 1927, we can be certain none of those featured this year on that iconic, red-framed cover wanted to be there.

This year, Time has four cover images, all recognizing journalists who are imprisoned, facing charges or who died in the pursuit of news on behalf of the rest of us — collectively titled, “The Guardians and the War on Truth.”

The selectees: Jamal Khashoggi, The Washington Post contributor believed killed in Turkey by a Saudi Arabian “hit squad;” the staff of the Capital Gazette newspaper in Annapolis, Maryland, which saw five staffers killed by a deranged gunman; Reuters news service reporters Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo, who have been jailed in Myanmar for a year; and Philippine journalist Maria Ressa, whose news site Rappler, a frequent government critic, faces dubious tax-related charges.

Time said it selected the group “for taking great risks in pursuit of greater truths, for the imperfect but essential quest for facts that are central to civil discourse, for speaking up and speaking out.”

Those words, and that task, are as good a definition of journalism as we might want. The description also puts a lie to the core untruths of those critics who find any excuse to bray — mostly for political gain — about “fake news,” or who claim “alternative facts” when faced with a reality they find uncomfortable or incompatible with pre-conditioned views.

Yes, journalists — as all of us — can at times do an imperfect job. But the vast majority set out each day on that “essential quest for facts.” And in doing so, they act on our behalf, bringing us the information we need for both the decisions we make in our private lives and for the votes we cast as part of the greatest experiment ever seen in self-governance.

These “Guardians” also stand for thousands of men and women in nations around the world who put themselves in harm’s way each day to stand up to tyrants and tyranny. As the magazine noted, at least 52

journalists have been murdered this year for simply doing their jobs. Hundreds more are imprisoned and threatened. The Committee to Protect Journalists notes 262 are now being held and 60 are “missing.”

Journalists killed in the previous year, and more than 2,300 others since the early 1800s, are recognized each June in a rededication of the Newseum’s Journalist Memorial, in Washington, D.C. For those who question the motives of all journalists under misleading and inaccurate references to “the Media,” — visit and learn the stories of the men and women noted on that memorial.

If your view of journalism and those who practice it doesn’t shift as a result, you’re not really thinking.

The journalists’ stories were intertwined with the second part of Time’s recognition as the most “influential” in 2018 — the ongoing effort to manipulate what is true and “the many ways information is being used and abused across the globe.” In an essay, the magazine’s editor-in-chief said it was “the common thread in so many of this year’s major stories, from Russia to Riyadh to Silicon Valley.”

In the name of those who died, who are wrongly imprisoned or threatened, and in the name of “truth,” the rest of us have an obligation to step away from partisan bickering and disgraceful sloganeering — including that bogus claim by President Trump and repressive regimes worldwide that journalists are “enemies of the people.”

Call for better reporting, but also be willing to support better journalism.

Continue to call for investigations and prosecutions whenever a journalist is attacked or killed; don’t settle for a politically expedient decision to excuse or ignore such criminal conduct.

Defend journalism and commit to the pursuit of truth, even when it means extra effort to separate it out from misleading and false information.

In the name of those recently recognized for their courage and sacrifice, it’s time we all did that.

GENE POLICINSKI is senior vice president and executive director of the First Amendment Center

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Elect a great candidate

To the Editor: Recently, I’ve been reminded of the saying that it is better to light one candle than to curse the darkness. To me this saying means that it is better to take action than to merely complain.

Many of us have been complaining a lot about the Trump presidency and, more locally, about the way the Republicans in the Minnesota legislature have worked to block many progressive initiatives.

We took action at the polls last November in record numbers, and made changes at the national and local levels. That felt good.

We now have a unique opportunity to take action at the polls again. Because Sen. Tony Lourey was appointed to head the Department of Health and Human Services, his Senate seat is now open. A primary will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 22, with elections held on Tuesday, Feb. 5. It’s crucial we elect a great candidate who understands the issues that affect us all.

I was super excited when Stu Lourey announced his candidacy for the open Senate seat. Stu has been involved in and around politics his entire life at both the local and national level. He understands the issues that we care about – healthcare, education, good jobs and strong communities. He is also young and ready to bring new perspective and energy to tackle the issues facing young people such as the high costs of college, healthcare and housing; and the lack of living wage jobs. Growing up on a farm, he understands the issues faced by rural Minnesotans. He also understands the things that affect all of us such as mental health issues, the opioid epidemic, broadband for all, and the vital importance of quality pre-k – 12 public education.

Another thing that makes Stu an excellent choice for the Minnesota Senate is his unique ability to connect to others. Through his work for Senator Al Franken and Senator Tina Smith, he has built deep connections with families, doctors, tribal members, leaders, union members and so many others across our region, sharing their perspective on issues at the national level and making sure our voices are part of the important decisions being made.

I’ve known Stu Lourey since he was just a little kid. He’s smart and, equally important, he has heart. Let’s elect him to be our next Senator by voting for him in the primary on Jan. 22 and in the election on Feb. 5. Let’s feel good about “lighting a candle” rather than just complaining.

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Across the waters in Vietnam Private First Class Daryl Miller of Beroun, an infantryman in the 4th Division’s 2nd Battalion (Mechanized), 8th Infantry, crosses a stream in Vietnam in 1969.

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The Cambridge-Isanti/Mora/Pine City girls’ hockey team defeated Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, in the first game of the Schwan Cup Tournament, 3-0, at the Schwan’s Super Rink. After a sluggish first period, the Bluejackets’ forwards controlled the puck and supported the puck carrier much better in the offensive zone in the second period, setting up several scoring opportunities. “Our defense and goaltending had another strong game, only allowing 13 shots on goal and posting another shut out along with scoring two of the three goals,” commented coach Jeff McCann.

This weekend, the sounds of Broadway come to the Pine City Elementary Auditorium. The second “All That Jazz” Musical Revue will feature some of the greatest show tunes of the past 100 years. The band will play the Gershwin classic “Someone to Watch Over Me” featuring Kayla Weiss on alto sax, “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” featuring Tyler Bridley on tenor sax and “Summertime” featuring vocal soloist Nicole Sebastian. Vocal features will include a duet from “Godspell” performed by Sarah Odendahl and Laura Kleppe, as well as a hilarious duet called “Therapy” by Josh Palmer and Katie Nelson.

25 Years Ago, 1994 About 300 people braced a chill wind on Lake Pokegama Sunday to take part in the 25th annual Snake River Valley Conservation Club fishing derby. For the first time in the history of the contest a muskie was caught by one of the anglers. Todd Ball pulled the small fish in and immediately released it. David Herrick won the prize for the largest fish caught during the two-hour event.

He registered a one pound, nine ounce northern. Bruce Bosshert and Jerry Anfang each caught a perch. Door prize winners at the derby were as follows: Joe Wimberly, Kami Kraft, Burton Koukol, Kevin Thompson, Mary Gray and Don Seedorf.

The Snake River Valley Conservation Club shooting range can stay where it is for now, providing the club makes specific safety improvements to the site.

The Pine City Council will retain the right to close the range if it becomes a public nuisance, and the club members were told to be looking for another site for the range. The compromise was worked out with the City of Pine City, which owns the land along County Road 55 near the airport, where the range is located. Incidents were cited of stray bullets striking nearby homes and a city pumphouse, and concerns were raised for the safety of motorists driving on County Road 55. The city’s park and recreation committee met with conservation club members, DNR officer Brian Mies, sheriff’s department officials and gunsmithing instructor Matt Bolf from Pine Technical College to develop a plan for improvements to the range.

Air Force Airman Joseph E. Chapman Jr. has graduated from the communications systems radio operator course at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi. Chapman is the son of Joseph and Pamela Chapman, Pine City.

Holly Anna is the name of the first baby of 1994 for the Pine City area. She was born at Kanabec Hospital at 1:16 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 5. Her parents are Roxy Weinholzer and George Guerin, Brook Park. Along with Mom and Dad, Holly Anna is welcomed home by siblings Jennifer, 8, Shannon, 7, Carly, 4,

and Nichole, 9. The couple will receive gifts from the Pine City businesses which participated in the Pioneer’s First Baby contest.

50 Years Ago, 1969 The Purple Heart Medal was presented last Saturday to Mr. and Mrs. Aloysius F. Bina, Pine City, whose son, Marine Private First Class Thomas Melvin Bina, was killed in action in the Republic of Vietnam on Sept. 10.

The Dragon Cagers played their first game after Christmas vacation against the Hinckley Vulcans and defeated them 70-46.

New by-laws will be voted upon and the Commercial Club may become Chamber of Commerce at one of the more important meetings of the Pine City Commercial Club on next Wednesday. The meeting will be highlighted by an outline of procedures recommended to the members by Jack Bailey, regional director of the Chamber of Commerce of the U.S.

75 Years Ago, 1944 Mrs. Mary Kryzer, resident of Beroun, was called by death Jan. 8, last Saturday, at the University Hospital, following an illness of 18 days. She had been in the hospital for 15 days and at the time of her death was 61 years of age.

The new Village Council holds its first meeting January 5, 1944, in the Council room. The meeting was called to order

by Pres. Clark M. Pennington, with the following members present: Trustees Geo. Dorr, L.H. Johnson, A.J. Biedermann, Clerk Viola T. Daley.

1st Lieutenant Robert Hejny, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hejny of Pine City returned to the United States Thursday, Jan. 6, following eight months of flight action over Germany and France as bombardier on a Flying Fortress.

During the past year, the bonded indebtedness of the village has been reduced $35,000 from $119,500 to $84,000.

The cash on hand in all funds shows a total of $31,097.16, making a net indebtedness of $52,902.48.

100 Years Ago, 1919 Beroun is to have a big new Catholic church, on which work will begin this year, though it will probably not be completed for a couple of years or so. Gravel and sand will be hauled this winter, and the basement will probably be put in this coming summer. The new building will have a large hall in the basement, and the seating capacity of the church will be from 300 to 350.

Miss Lydia Eng and Mr. Leo Thiry were married in Immaculate Conception Church by Father Leo, with solemn high mass, at 8:30 yesterday morning in the presence of numerous relatives and friends. The bride was dressed in a traveling costume of brown velvet and carried a bouquet of yellow roses, while the bridesmaid was attired in blue broadcloth and carried pink carnations.

The wedding party took the noon train for St. Paul, where the newlyweds will spend a short honeymoon with friends, expecting to be at home to their friends at the old home of the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Thiry, about 3-1/2 miles southwest of town, which he has purchased at the end of next week.

125 Years Ago, 1894 There are some posts put up on a few corners in town with some lamps on them but there might as well be a flag put up there for all the good they do these dark and stormy nights.

H.C. Furmen moved his family up to his farm on Monday of this week having his house completed. He will at once erect stables and chicken coops, so that in the spring he can commence farming in good earnest.

James Hurley returned the first of the week from a week’s visit in the sunny south, and he says that the weather there is now like the September weather here.

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Jake Adams led the Dragons with 19 points and did a nice job of controlling the pace of the game offensively against Blake.

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Boys basketball wears down opponents

BY LANCELOT E. FURBER SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine City boys basketball traveled to Aitkin on Thursday, Jan. 3 and came up with a 71-55 victory. Aitkin has played some tough competition this season and has made it difficult on the court for some very good teams, including Pine City.

Nick Hansmann had a good night leading the Dragons with 22 points. Koleman Lind had a nice stretch of three pointers

in a row during the first half as well. Jake Adams played a really complete game with seven points, six assists, six rebounds, and four steals, really having the ability to control the game and tempo. Chris Trudeau and Tanner Wicktor each had five rebounds and played some really solid minutes off the bench for the Dragons.

On Saturday, Jan. 5, the Dragons hosted Blake School which turned out to be one of

the most exciting games of the season so far. Unfortunately, the Dragons came up on the losing end 66-68. Blake is an excellent team with three stellar sophomores on that roster.

“We had our chances, but unfortunately the ball didn’t drop the way we wanted it to.

Really proud of the adjustments that we made and how our boys responded. Really proud of how they executed down the stretch,” said coach Kyle Allen. “That last minute

and a half of basketball was played perfect by our boys; we just had a few things not drop our way.”

Jake Adams led the Dragons with 19 points and did a nice job of controlling the pace of the game offensively. Konnor Jusczak also had a good game with 18 points for the Dragons. Koleman Lind and Seth Logan both had nine points, Nick Hansmann had seven, and Tanner Wicktor ended the night with four points.

“Koleman Lind, Tanner Wicktor, Jake Adams, Nick Hansmann, Caleb Fromm were asked to chase those superb sophomores around all day and they did a nice job of trying to wear them down,” said Allen.

The Dragons will be home again on Tuesday, Jan. 22, when they host East Central.

This starts five games at home stretch which runs through Feb. 5.

Pine City girls basketball enters second half of season

BY LANCELOT E. FURBER SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine City girls basketball traveled to Foley on Thursday, Jan. 3, to take on the undefeated Falcons.

Foley is a very solid team and defeated the Dragons 51-64. The Dragons jumped out to a nine-three lead; however, they ended up two points down at the half.

The Falcons went on to score nine unanswered points to start the second half and that proved to be too much for Pine City to overcome.

Ellie Hasz had a very strong game, scoring 24 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Lily Wilson had nine points, five assists and four steals. Alaina Steele had

six points, two assists and four steals. Ashley Faur had four points and five rebounds. Emily Carpenter and Sophie Lahti each had three points and four rebounds. Hannah Lorsung had two points.

“We couldn’t consistently get stops on defense for one reason or another and that led to us rushing on offense where we did not shoot the ball as well as we are capable,” said coach Ted Hasz. “It is a game that we can learn a lot from and be much better because of it.”

The Dragons were on the road as they traveled to Perham on Saturday, Jan. 5, to participate in the Breakdown Crossover Classic. Perham attempted to take away the Dragons’ strengths. However, Pine City

was able to hold them off, winning 72-56.

Ashley Faur showed what she is capable of as she hit five three point shots in route to scoring 17 points.

Ellie Hasz also scored 17 points and Lily Wilson was close behind with 15. Hannah Lorsung and Chloe Alleman both fought hard defensively and may have played their best defense of the season for the Dragons.

Pine City is hosting Rush City on Friday, Jan 11 and Pierz on Tuesday, Jan. 15. As the Dragons continue to improve, this will be an exciting second half of the season against some seasoned teams.

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Pine City students raise voices in honor choir Pine City High School choir students recently participated in the All-Conference Honor Choir, hosted at Pine City High School.

Choir students from the surrounding area came together to form an honor choir, directed by Dr. Charlette Moe from North Dakota State University. Students rehearsed with Dr. Moe during the day and then presented a concert in the evening. Students participating from Pine City were: Jacob Merrick, Tommy Ryan, Dusty Bergstrom, Nate Webster, Tristen Moore, Charlee Johanson, Celia Ausmus, Josh Kunze, Matt Long, Gabe Westbrook, Andrew Belland, Lukas Struss, Mason Loucks, Hunter Fain, Lexi McLain, Zoe Wilson, Emily Carpenter, Elizabeth Cahill, Lydia Struss, Chris Shellito, Katie Simon, Caytlyn Kuhn and Cara Kuhn.

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Eldon Johnson: ‘Never say no to being helpful’

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Eldon Johnson has lived in Pine City for 45 years and still calls himself a “newbie.” Throughout his long tenure here, he has distinguished himself as someone who is always ready to help those in need.

Eldon was born in Partridge Township east of Askov. At 3-years-old, his family moved to Sandstone where he lived until after he graduated from Sandstone High School.

He completed a couple years at the U of M and in 1964 he was drafted into the Army. As soon as he got his orders for the Army, he married his sweetheart Sandra. They had two children, a son and a daughter who has four children who live close by.

Through the years, the family opened their home to five exchange students.

After his tour of duty ended in 1966, he “bummed around” as a contractor and mechanic until he was hired to manage the gas station at the Pine City Cooperative. After general manager Hank Sommer retired, Eldon took over his position. While he managed the cooperative, Eldon hired a local woman to bring in goodies and make coffee for their customers and workers every morning. He believed that providing a hospitable atmosphere for his customers was good for business. There was a fi re in the feed mill and that experience led Eldon to become a volunteer with the Pine City Fire Department.

Sadly, Eldon and Sandra lost their son in 1993. After two years of struggling with their loss, in 1995 Eldon resigned from the cooperative. He worked in construction and trucking then took over as the Pine City fire chief when John Skluzacek retired.

Eldon is always helping someone – the elderly and needy in particular.

Maybe it’s providing a ride to an appointment. Perhaps it’s doing some carpentry or odd jobs for someone who can’t afford to hire it done. He especially enjoys taking old friends fishing.

At their church, Immaculate Conception, both Eldon and Sandra joyfully help out however they are needed.

When asked what motivates him to serve as a volunteer, here’s his response. “It’s the way I was brought up. I especially loved harvest time because all the neighbors got together to help each other. In my family, there was always room at the table for one more. Never say no to being helpful.

Stay busy and stay active. Also, I encourage the kids to always help the elderly.”

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Two Dragons get first varsity goals

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On Thursday night, Jan. 3, the JV hockey team hosted Amery, Wisconsin.

The Dragons dominated the first two periods of play, scoring seven goals to Amery’s one. With both teams being scoreless in the third period, the final score was 7-1.

Jimmy Lindblom pulled off a hat trick with three goals and one assist.

Seth Linnell had one goal and four assists. Dom Trierweiler had one goal with three assists. Mason Mikyska, Sam Stapek and Jarred Juhl all had one goal each, and goalie Mason Olson saved 19 out of 20 shots on goal.

The varsity team followed suit, with a dominating performance over Legacy Christian Academy, winning 5-0. The goalie for Legacy had his hands full as the Dragons plastered the net with 55 shots on goal, five hit post, and 15-20 missed shots.

The first period was scoreless; however, both teams picked it up in the second period when Pine City scored three goals and Legacy had a flurry of shots on goal. Dragon goalie Alex Laven stepped up with 14 saves out of 14 shots. Pine City found the net two more times in the third period.

Dom Trierweiler and Peyton Smetana both scored their first varsity goals and Jared Carpenter and Seth Linnell had their first varsity assists. It was a good night for Dragon hockey.

Dragon hockey was back on the ice Friday night, Jan. 4, as they traveled to Sauk Rapids-Rice. An empty net goal secured the game for the JV team, 6-4.

Seth Linnell pulled off a hat trick with three goals. Jimmy Lindblom had one goal and two assists and Dom Trierweiler and Sam Stapek both had one goal and one assist. Jarred Juhl and Troy Schmidt both had assists. Mason Olson was in the net again with 32 saves out of 36 shots.

The varsity team found themselves in a very physical game and were defeated

by Sauk Rapids-Rice 2-5.

“Sauk finished every check, even the ones that were illegal or when we didn’t even have the puck,” said coach Grant Nicoll. “I am sure many of the boys are black and blue from the 1,000 slashes they took throughout the night.”

The teams ended the first period tied 1-1; however, the Dragons had a tough second period and Sauk Rapids had two unanswered goals. Sauk Rapids started dominating the third period, with two more goals, before Pine City was able to control play in the last five minutes of the game. They were able to score another goal and had a ton of shots on goal.

“We scheduled a very tough schedule this year for a reason. We want to be ready and hitting our stride by playoffs,” said coach Nicoll.

The Dragons’ next home matchup is against St. Paul Highland on Thursday, Jan. 10.

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Squirts undefeated The Pine City Squirt B1 team is undefeated so far this season with a record of 14-0-1.

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Student Achiever PINE CITY HIGH SCHOOL

PINE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ean Sward is a diligent worker and strives to do his best in everything he does. Because of his hard work, he has shown a lot of growth in math and reading since the beginning of the school year.

He is a great role model for his peers by staying in the Dragon Zone and following directions quickly.

He is respectful and kind to everyone and a great friend to those in need. He loves dinosaurs and hopes to become a paleontologist when he grows up. Ean is the son of Heather and Branden Sward.

Claire is wonderfully cooperative and insightful.

She is an example of what can happen when you pay attention, add some hard work and participate even when it is outside your comfort zone. She is an exemplary student and has joined the Dragon Speech Team! She is the daughter of Alan and Karla Blake.

Ean Sward 1st Grade

Claire Blake 9th grade

Colson is a great role model for his classmates and the younger kids in the school. He is considerate, works hard in class and stays organized. He regularly participates in class and brings a lot of interesting experiences to his classroom discussions. Colson is always in the Dragon Zone and is respectful to his peers and teachers. Math is Colson’s favorite subject in school and he plays football and basketball. He is the son of Melissa and Nick Berglund.

Isaac has more than 100 in German with no missing assignments. His work is always well done, he asks insightful questions and provides helpful explanations to his classmates. This teacher loves having him in class and enjoys his sense of humor!

He is the son of James Randall.

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Flowers of the Killer Moon Thursday - January 17 - 10 a.m.

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Last Bus to Wisdom Thursday - February 21 - 10 a.m.

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Fifteen years ago, Becky Maki was working as the director of early childhood and family education office, and was in charge of adult activities. During this time, she was introduced to a concept that would pull community members together and encourage individuals to open their minds to other cultures, encourage empathy and gather together to discuss thoughts. A decade and a half later Pine City is celebrating another year of Pine City Reads.

Pine City readers will be opening up two new novels this year: “Flowers of the Killer Moon� by David Grann and “Last Bus to Wisdom� by Ivan Doig.

Two of those readers are Christy Koch and Heidi Anderson-Ferdinand. While in high school, Christy read “To Kill a Mockingbird� and she was then hooked on reading. “It changed my mind and view of the world,� Christy said. This has fueled her passion to keep Pine City Reads alive.

Heidi noted that the Pine City Reads program encourages readers to reaching for books they would not normally read, making connections they would not otherwise experience. “There is power in stepping outside your individual thoughts about a book

through discussion, and it is enlightening.� Heidi said. “Everyone reads the same book, shares their individual insights and these discussions strengthen our community.�

A profound memory was created the year Pine City Reads read Orphan Train.

During the discussion, everyone learned that one of the people discussing the book had a personal connection to the story. Her mother was a child on an orphan train.

Each book, whether fiction or nonfiction, is thoughtfully chosen and many have been authored by a Minnesotan or have a Minnesota setting. The books chosen for the year will be thought provoking, have good character development and a well-paced story. They are also published in paperback to ensure affordability and many are even available on audio through the local library.

Pine City Reads is geared toward high school age and up, but rest assured, the library also has book club kits available to check out for every age level as well.

For more information, contact the Pine City Public Library at 320-629-6403.

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Man found dead after crash near Finlayson STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that a man involved in a single-vehicle rollover has died after apparently leaving the scene and walking more than two miles before succumbing to the cold.

On Jan. 1, 2019 at 3:06 a.m. a Pine County deputy was dispatched to the area of State Highway 23 and Banning

Park Road in Finlayson on a report of a one-vehicle rollover.

When the deputy arrived, he found the vehicle unoccupied with one set of foot tracks leading back to the roadway.

The deputy was not able to determine a direction of travel from the tracks.

The deputy attempted to call the registered owner of the vehicle and they did not answer. He also went to the last known address for the registered owner

and could not make contact.

At 8 a.m. that same morning, Pine County dispatchers received a call of a person in the ditch at the intersection of State Highway 23 and State Highway 123 by Askov.

Deputies, Askov First Responders and Essentia Ambulance were dispatched to the scene.

Deputies report that the individual was extremely cold and unresponsive

NEWS BRIEFS Toys for Tots celebrates success

Pine County Marine Toys for Tots Coordinator Julie Samuelson reports that 2018 brought expanding toy distribution from Pine County out to Aitkin, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec and Mille Lacs counties.

Together, over 4,000 toys, books and stocking suffers were collected in the six county area.Thanks to the generous donations and volunteers, 988 children from 418 families received toys under the tree this year.

“One of the best qualities of East Central MN is the generosity of its citizens when the needs of children are a concern,” Samuelson said. She noted that since the late 1990’s, communities and individuals have generously supported the Toys for Tots program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve. Unique to charitable giving agencies, Toys for Tots keeps all donations of money and toys collected rurally, in that same rural community. And for every dollar given, 97 cents is used for toys.

For more information by county about the successful 2018 campaign, go to the Pine County Toys for Tots website at pine-city-mn.toysfortots.org.

Stauber to donate salary during shutdown

Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) made the following statement regarding his decision to donate his congressional salary to the Domestic Abuse Intervention Program in Duluth, Minnesota during the government shutdown: “As a father of four, I know that going without a paycheck will be a setback for my family. However, I strongly believe it isn’t right for members of Congress to be paid while parts of the federal government remain shut down and thousands of federal workers are furloughed,” Stauber said. “Rather than asking for my pay to be withheld and sending it straight back to the federal government, Jodi and I have decided to give this money to those who need it most. In my 22 years serving as a Duluth police officer, I saw firsthand the incredible work that the Domestic Abuse Intervention Program does to keep battered women safe and ensure that their abusers are held accountable, and I am pleased to contribute to their cause.”

The Domestic Abuse Intervention Program helps local law enforcement, courts and women’s shelters work together to end domestic violence against women.

Pine County Fair, PTCC in ‘Citizen Lane’

On Aug. 2, Sandy and Sanni from the show “Citizen Lane” on Twin Cities PBS featured Pine Technical and Community College and the community of Pine City in an episode. This particular episode focused on the decline of students seeking degrees in four year colleges and how students are finding other alternatives at two year colleges, including Pine Technical and Community College. After their interviews on campus, the filming crew visited the Pine County Fair. To see the episode visit https://www.tptoriginals.org/citizen-lane-episode-4/

Farm transition and estate planning workshop

For those thinking about how to transfer their farm business or land to the next generation, University of Minnesota Extension is presenting a workshop on farm transition and estate planning on Feb. 19 in Hinckley.

The workshop will be held at Cassidy’s Restaurant (32 Fire Monument Rd, Hinckley). This workshop covers family communications, farm goal setting, business structures, inheritance and transition, estate and gift taxes, and retirement planning. Farmers at any stage, from beginning to retirement, can benefit from the workshop materials.

The workshop is part of a partnership of University of Minnesota Extension and the Minnesota State College and University System. Support for these workshops comes from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

To register for the event visit z.umn.edu/farmtransition. For registration assistance contact University of Minnesota Extension in Mankato at 507-389-6972.

Two ‘Art on the Road’ events planned

The Pine City Arts Council spends their fall and winter months planning and preparing for the many evenings of free music nights in Robinson Park.

While they are researching and booking bands for the summer, they also find time to explore artistic opportunities outside of the Pine City community. Several years ago the group began offering the ‘Art on the Road’ trips to take the people to the art experience.

There are two events scheduled.

• Saturday, Feb. 16 is a trip to the Paramount Theater in St. Cloud to see a Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel.

• Saturday, May 4 is a trip to the Chanhassen Dinner Theater to see the musical, “Mamma Mia.” Tickets for both events are available at The Flower Box in downtown Pine City.

Enter Vasaloppet Art Show

The Kanabec County Art Association invites area artists ages 18 and older to enter the Vasaloppet Art Show which is held in conjunction with the Vasaloppet Ski race Feb. 8-10.

Entry forms are available on the Kanabec County Art Association Facebook Page. Search Kanabec County Art Association and click on the KCAA home page. A form may also be requested via email art. kcaa@yahoo.com.

The art show, which features a variety of original work by member artists is held in the lower level of the Mora library and is open to the public Friday, Feb. 8 from 3-9 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 pm and Sunday, Feb. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration forms must be postmarked by Jan. 31.

DNR invites public to apply for new deer advisory committee

Minnesotans interested in being more actively involved in deer management can apply to serve on a Deer Advisory Committee that will help foster dialogue between the public and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

“We’re following through on the commitment we made this past summer in our statewide deer management plan, which calls for us to form this committee,” said Paul Telander, wildlife section chief. “Committee members will play an important role in representing the breadth of deer management issues and discussing them with the DNR.” The committee will be responsible for informing and advising the DNR about deer management issues, policies and programs.

The DNR wildlife section chief will appoint members to the committee for three year terms. Membership on the committee will include representation from hunting organizations; unaffiliated hunting interests; non-hunting deer management values; and interests including agriculture, forestry, conservation, environmental, public health, local governments and others.

The DNR also will coordinate with tribal representatives and partner agencies with knowledge about deer issues.

Previously, the DNR worked with a 20-member Deer Management Plan Advisory Committee that provided input and gave recommendations that helped in forming the statewide deer management plan. That committee finished its work after release of the plan in July 2018.

Anyone interested in applying for a seat on the new committee have through Friday, Feb. 8, to submit applications. Information about the committee structure, functions, expectations of appointed members, and how to apply are available on the DNR website at mndnr.gov/deer or by calling 651-259-5204.

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but breathing. He was transported to Essentia Hospital in Sandstone where he was pronounced deceased at 10:42 a.m.

The man has been identified as Victor Lee Bowen, 54 years of age, and was the registered owner of the vehicle.

Mr. Bowen was approximately two and a half miles from the crash scene.

According to the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, the cause of death is believed to be cold weather related.

Fatal crash on I-35 STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

A Cromwell man is dead after a crash on Interstate 35 near Highway 23 on the evening of Thursday, Jan. 3.

According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2004 Dodge Dakota driven by Junior Milton Krippner, 88, of Cromwell was traveling south on I-35 at 7:47 p.m. on Jan. 3 when it lost control and rolled into the median, landing on its roof. Krippner did not survive the crash.

The roads were described as snowy and icy at the time of the incident. Alcohol was not involved, and Krippner was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.

Assault reported STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Adam Rodney Wilson, 18, of Askov has been charged with two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct after allegedly assaulting a 13-yearold boy on Dec. 31.

After the boy reported the assault the next day, a Pine County investigator spoke to Wilson. According to court documents, Wilson admitted that he had sexually assaulted the boy, and also admitted that he knew the boy was only 13 years old.

Wilson was arrested and charged on Jan. 3. The maximum penalty for felony third-degree criminal sexual assault is 15 years in prison, a $30,000 fine or both.

Wilson’s next appearance in Pine County Court is set for March 19 at 8:30 a.m.

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face and promote opportunities available across the state to strengthen our agricultural economy.”

The salary for Minnesota’s commissioner of agriculture is set at $144,991 per year.

TONY LOUREY Tony Lourey, 51, was raised in the small town of Kerrick in northern Pine County, where he spent most of his adult life as a community leader.

Lourey received a B.A. in philosophy from the University of Minnesota and

a J.D. from the then-William Mitchell College of Law, where he focused on labor law and public policy. He has been married to his wife, Marlana, for 27 years, and together they have three adult children.

Lourey worked as a public policy consultant for 20 years, assisting county and state governments, and also served as a Kerrick Township Supervisor for nine years.

Lourey was elected to the Minnesota Senate in 2006 after the resignation of his mother, Becky Lourey. He became a leading voice in health and human services as the Chair of the Health and

Human Finance committee from 2013 to 2016.

Lourey played a central role in Minnesota’s efforts to expand health care coverage, compliance with the Affordable Care Act, and improvements upon MinnesotaCare. Lourey also teaches at the University of Minnesota’s School of Public Health and serves as a volunteer lawyer for children in the foster care system.

“Tony ... will bring his unparalleled expertise on the DHS budget and be a collaborative leader that listens and works together – especially with the agency’s partners, counties, and

tribes,” Walz said.

“It is a tremendous honor and privilege to join the incoming Walz-Flanagan Administration as commissioner of the Department of Human Services,” Lourey saud. “I look forward to building on the Governor-elect and Lt. Governor-elect’s vision for One Minnesota, partnering with counties, tribes, and providers to improve the health of the people, families, and communities across Minnesota.”

The salary for Minnesota’s commissioner of human services is set at $154,992.

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Welder graduates prepare for hot new careers Thanks to the Access to Success scholarship at Pine Technical and Community College, there are now 10 more individuals ready to join the welding industry. The graduation ceremony took place on Dec. 20, 2018, at Pine Technical & Community College. From left to right, back row: Lou Desellier (Instructor), Roy Witte (Instructor), Michael McAbee, Meagan Loger, Carrey Hoese, Robert Decker, Cody Kruse. Front Row: Kris Hanson (PTCC), Kaitlyn Zabloski, Lisa Mollinedo, Angela Salazar, Avery Alleman, Kendra Florez, Joe Mulford (President, PTCC), Dawn Sandberg (PTCC). There is a demand for certified welders in the region, with wages from $16 to $18 an hour. We see this project as a means to fill that gap and provide men and women in our community with high-wage jobs.

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Know what to do in case of an accident. Always keep a copy of your insurance card in the car. To take the stress out of filing a claim, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) created the free WreckCheck smartphone app to help you gather information after an accident, including photos. You can then email the report directly to your insurance agent. It’s available at www.insureuonline.org/insureu_games_apps.htm Review whether you need collision or comprehensive coverage. Collision insurance covers damage to your car from colliding with another vehicle or non-moving object such as a tree or pothole. Comprehensive insurance covers damage caused by other factors such as flooding, hail, a falling tree or hitting an animal. If your car is older and no longer worth a lot, keep in mind that the maximum insurance payout will only be the car’s current market value.

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YOUR HOME Understand what your homeowners insurance covers. A standard policy typically covers damage caused by fire, wind, fallen trees, water damage from ice dams and other accidental causes, and structural collapse from the weight of ice or snow. Damage from frozen pipes may not be covered if it is due to negligence, such as failing to maintain an adequate temperature in the house. Damage from a backed-up drain or sewer is typically not covered.

Take photos or video of every room. Keep detailed information, including receipts, for all high-value possessions. Put your home inventory in a safe place.

Filing a claim will go a lot easier if you have a comprehensive, up-to-date record of what’s in your home.

If you have remodeled your home or bought expensive new items, make sure your insurance policy is updated to reflect the added value. Most home insurance policies have standard limits for big-ticket items like electronics, art, jewelry or sporting equipment.

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The mission of the Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote economic development and business in the area.

CHAMBER CHAT

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SAVE THE DATE! The Chamber will host the annual Beer, Wine & Liquor Tasting event this year on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22

at the Pine City Country Club.

Tickets will be available on FEBRUARY 1ST.

facebook.com/pinecitychamber

NEW BUSINESS WELCOME: Sarandipity Salon

Save the date and watch our Facebook page and website for more information on participating vendors and event sponsors!

The Chamber visited with the new owners at Sarandipity Salon last month. Congratulations to Sara Mans and Glen Goebel on the launch of the new business.

The couple purchased the business, formerly Shear Obsession, last fall and has plans for some changes to the interior of the salon along with some new services coming later this spring.

Location: 540 Third Avenue SE, Pine City MN Phone: 320.629.9951 Follow on Facebook, search Sarandipity Salon Pine City THE PINE CITY CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP YEAR BEGINS JANUARY 1 New business memberships are welcome!

Contact Becky or a member of the Chamber Board for more information.

Next Chamber Meeting: February 5th, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

CONTACT US: 320-322-4040 Pine City Area Chamber of Commerce 315 Main Street South, Pine City MN 55063 Regular Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 2:30 pm info@pinecitychamber.com

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Nicholas R. Swanson

Nicholas Swanson of Pine City passed away Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, at Bethesda Long Term Care Hospital in St. Paul at the age of 33.

Nicholas Robert Swanson was born on March 20, 19 1985, to Charles Swanson an and Julie (Mattson) Swanso son in Mora. He was a fighter from the start; the day he w was to be released from the ho hospital it was discovered th that he had apnea. He came ho home with monitors and w wires and continued to have ep episodes where his heart w would stop. When he was 3 ye years old he had heart surge gery on a pulmonary vein.

N Nicholas was one of the first few children that experienced an echo-cardiogram.

Nick graduated from Pine City High School and attended gunsmithing courses at Pine Technical Institute (a.k.a. Pine Technical and Community College). He worked many jobs throughout his life; some of his favorites were: Canadian Waters in Ely, cooking at the Amery Memory Care Center and at Dummy’s in Forest Lake, working landscaping and tree cutting with his cousin Dan. Nick enjoyed hunting and fishing, spending many hours teaching children how to fish. He was so awesome with the children – they loved Nick. He never had a harsh word or even raised his voice to them. He enjoyed traveling and watching documentaries about almost anything from fishing to the Vikings; he was a wealth of information regarding many subjects. Nick was a member of the Heimdall Classic Car and Motorcycle Club, participating in benefits for people affected by domestic violence and children battling cancer.

He took it upon himself to raise money for those with traumatic brain injuries by agreeing to shave the long curly hair he loved so much. He also did memory walks with his mom to support the same cause.

Nick was a wonderful man, a great friend, and showed his love for others by his actions. He would always be there when you needed him. It will be so hard not to see his beautiful eyes and smile and watch his

kindness when dealing with children and especially with his Mom. Nick was there helping his mom when she had a car accident, he was so gentle and loving.

He was dearly loved by his family and friends, and will be greatly missed.

Nicholas is survived by his mother Julie Swanson of Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, and father Charles Swanson of Pine City; siblings: Byron Swanson of Ranier, Oregon, Chris (Rachel) Hammer of Burnsville, Brent Swanson of Cambridge, Jason (Melissa) Swanson of Brook Park, Joshua Shields of Hinckley; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by grandparents Norman (Laverne) Swanson, Shirley (Melvin) Mattson, uncles Roy Mattson and Larry Swanson.

Pastor Barry Schaefer officiated at funeral services for Nicholas Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, at Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City.

Funeral arrangements for Nicholas Swanson are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel. FuneralAndCremationService.com.

Aaron M. Sohl Aaron Michael Sohl of Pine City passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018, at home at the age of 39 from cancer.

Aaron was born Oct. 12, 1979, in Osceola, Wisconsin to Michael and Marvel Sohl. He attended school in Pine City and graduated high school in 1998. His daughter Ericka was born in 2001.

Aaron loved his daughter, his family and friends, cats, golfing and all sports – especially the Minnesota Vikings. He also loved a good game of cards. In May of 2018 he graduated from St. Cloud Technical & Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Accounting. He was proud that he graduated with a 4.0 GPA. We will all miss Aaron’s compassionate nature and kind heart.

Aaron is survived by his daughter Ericka; mother Marvel (David) Ruis; grandmother Venita Hill; grandmother Teddy (Dave) Grinnell; step-brother Dominic (Brendean) Ruis; step-sister Rebecca (Jared) Acheson; step-brother Theo Tiede; step-sister Megan Tiede; many aunts, uncles, relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his father Michael Sohl.

Pastor Brian Pardun officiated at funeral services for Aaron Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, at the Siren Covenant Church in Siren, Wisconsin. A time for family and friends to gather was held Friday evening, Dec. 14, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City.

Funeral arrangements for Aaron Sohl are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City – Swanson Chapel.

Shirley A. Brazil Shirley Brazil of Pine City passed away Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, at Lakeside Health & Rehab Center in Pine City at the age of 83.

Shirley Ann Brazil was born June 13, 1935, to Fred and Catherine (Benolkin) Bennett in Minneapolis.

Shirley is survived by her daughter Deborah (James) Fitzgerald of Pine City and son Joseph (Nancy) Brazil of Minneapolis; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

Shirley is preceded in death by her husband Jerry Brazil; three sons: Tim, Jerry and Dan Brazil; parents Fred and Catherine Bennett; and four sisters.

Funeral services for Shirley were held Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City. The interment was at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.

Funeral arrangements for Shirley Brazil are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service of Pine City, Swanson Chapel.

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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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 10:00 a.m. Sunday School-all ages, No Sunday School-June-August 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration Wednesday @ 6:15 p.m. Youth Group Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service.

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

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

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 a.m.

Wednesday church--begins Jan.16 Thursday worship at 5:30 p.m.

MnTC Jan. 20 at 9:30 a.m. worship

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

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

To be included in the Worship Guide or to make changes to your listing please contact Mel at 320-322-5243 or email mel@countystar.com

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Virginia W. Rorwick

Virginia “Ginger” W. Rorwick, age 87, formerly of Fridley and Pine City, passed away on Dec. 10, 2018.

Ginger had an active life in Fridley taking care of her family, working at N Northrup King Seed and vo volunteering with Unity H Hospital Fridley Auxilia iary. In her retirement, G Ginger moved to her lake ho home on Cross Lake in Pi Pine City.

She was enjoying her lif life gardening, playing ca cards, putting together pu puzzles and volunteering at Pine City Senior Center un until an unfortunate fall ha happened while she was a pa patient at FirstLight Hospi pital in Mora on Aug. 30, 20 2016. This fall left her with a traumatic brain injury th that required 24/7 care for th the rest of her life. Ginger re resided first after the fall at Park River Estates Coon Rapids R and then Benedictine Health Care New Brighton.

Ginger is preceded in death by her husband, Donald; son, David; parents John and Julia (Rootkie) Folta.

She is survived by her daughter, and best friend, Karen Clark; devoted grandchildren Cody and Kaylee Clark; daughter-in-law Pamela (Steve) Rorwick-Squires; son-in-law Daniel Clark; cat Cowie; best friend, and her sister as she called her, Violet (Vi) Rootkie; and many relatives and dear friends. A special thank you to her cousin Marsha Dziedzic.

Please come and celebrate Ginger’s life on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Brookhall Event Center (next to Blainebrook Bowl): 11930 Central Av-

enue NE, Blaine, MN 55434. Catered luncheon to be held from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Private interment at Fort Snelling with her beloved Don at a later date.

Norman C. Bodell Norman Curtis Bodell passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018, at The Estates of Rush City, at the age of 88 years, the result of complications from a Dec. 7 t train accident.

He was born April 7, 1930, to Ovila (Lien) and A Arthur Bodell in Warren, M Minnesota, where he spent m most of his childhood.

A After the Great Depression, his family moved t California looking for to o opportunities for work.

Norman’s father passed a away from tuberculosis soon after they moved, so N Norman was sent back t Minnesota to live with to r relatives.

Eventually, he m made his way to the Pine City/Rush City area, w where he lived with the Odegard and Clementson f families.

These hardships in his early life helped to form resilience and strength of character in Norman.

Norman married his first wife, Audrey Nowling, in 1952 in Pine City. Their first child, Cindy, was born with Downs Syndrome, so a decision was made to move the family to St. Paul, so that Cindy could go to a school that met her special needs. Norman worked as a semi truck driver while the family grew with the addition of four more children. When a school meeting Cindy’s needs opened in Friesland, Minnesota, the family returned to Rush City to live.

Norman married Susan Murphy in 1978. They had

40 years of love, happiness and adventure, spending time on the farm with their extended families and friends. Norman retired from trucking when he was 55. They bought a camper and traveled around America, making new friends all along the way. Their time was spent going to flea markets and auctions, where they bought and sold collectibles. He enjoyed his trucks and tractors and life on the farm. He spent his spare time tinkering in his barn, making various gifts for family and friends. Norman also enjoyed drinking coffee and playing cards with his friends, making casino runs and visiting family. In 2017, Norman took “a trip of a lifetime” to Norway and Sweden with daughter Val and son-in-law Dan, along with five other friends.

Norman’s children remember him as a compassionate man with a big heart. He always rooted for the underdog and saw the good in people. His many friends were like a second family to him. He was positive and upbeat, always smiling, and had a good sense of humor. He was also proud of his children and grandchildren.

Norman is survived by his wife Susan Bodell; sister Pat (Jim) Peterson; son Rocky Bodell; daughters Val Larson and Lisa Morris; stepsons David and Doug Murphy; stepdaughters Debbie Pundsack and Deanne Bromenschenkel; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends.

He is preceded in death by his sister Jeannette Shuey; brother Orville Bodell; daughters Cindy and Julie Bodell.

A memorial service was held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Pine City on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019, with Pastor Fred Hanson presiding. Our family wishes to thank Our Redeemer Lutheran Church for their welcoming spirit in our time of grief. In addition, we thank our friends and family for their outpouring of love and sympathy. Norman’s smile, good nature and quick wit will be missed by all who knew him!

BIRTHS

Moose Jack Johnathan Moose was born on Dec. 17, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, four ounces and was 19-1/4 inches long. His parents are Catherine Renee Rosado and Waylon James Moose of Quamba. Jack is welcomed home by siblings Andreas Olson and Noah Drews. His grandparents are Connie Larson, Rita Adams, Trisha Moose and Pauline Moose, all of Hinckley.

Her Isaac Her was born on Dec. 25, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed six pounds, 12 ounces and was 20 inches long. His parents are Shee Wah and Nougy Her of St. Paul. Isaac is welcomed by grandmother Say Mu Paw of St. Paul.

Corbin Sawyer Lorraine Corbin was born on Dec. 26, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed seven pounds, 10 ounces and was 20 inches long. Her parents are Scott Corbin and Jenna Bloom of Pine City.

Sawyer is welcomed home by sibling Wyatt Corbin, 1. Her grandparents are Les Bloom, Wendy Bloom, Shane Corbin and Carmen Corbin, all of Pine City.

Ostrom Scarlett Rose Ostrom was born on Dec. 27, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 14 ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Jonathan and Nikkita Ostrom of Braham. Scarlett is welcomed home by sibling Liam, 3. Her grandparents are Jerry and Lynne Williams of Mora, Kelly Ostrom of Dalbo and Greg Ostrom of Grasston.

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First baby of 2019 born at FirstLight Health System Brianna Fore and Chad Reed welcome the first baby of 2019.

Meet Rayven, who was born on Jan. 1 at 2:10 a.m. weighing in at six pounds, nine ounces and was 21 inches long. She is welcomed home by her siblings Bryson, Ayven and Myloh. Her grandparents are Dawn Becker, Steve and Lori Fore, Ray Reed and Karen and Bill Muellerleile.

COLLEGE Dean’s list Martha Lehman of Hinckley, Clarice Graves and Jason Stevens of Sturgeon Lake, have been named to the University of Wisconsin-Superior dean’s list for academic achievement during the fall 2018 semester.

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE DATE: December 28, 2018 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: November 8, 2005 2. Mortgagors: Eric Paul Blaiser and Christina M. Blaiser, husband and wife *The original Mortgagor, Eric Paul Blaiser, was unmarried at the time, so he executed the original Mortgage as a single person, but he was subsequently married and the Mortgage was modified via a Modification of Mortgage recorded on June 6, 2008 as Document Number 473027 to include his spouse, Christina M. Blaiser.

3. Mortgagee: Horizon Bank f/k/a Pine City State Bank Assigned to Stearns Bank, NA (see #5 below) 4.

Recording Information: Recorded on November 9, 2005 as Document Number 449581, 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 486962 in the recording office stated in paragraph 4.

INFORMATION REGARDING MORTGAGED PREMISES 6. Tax parcel identification number of the mortgaged premises: 43.0113.002 7. County in which mortgaged premises is located: Pine 8. Legal description of the mortgaged premises: The north 300 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE ¼ of SW ¼) of Section Twenty-three (23), Township Thirty-eight (38), Range Twenty (20), Pine County, Minnesota; And the south 360 feet of the north 660 feet of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (NE ¼ of SW ¼) of Section Twentythree (23), Township Thirty-eight (38), Range Twenty (20), Pine County, Minnesota.

Subject to the public road along the west line thereof on both parcels.

Check here if all or part of the described real property is Registered

www.pinecitymn.com (Torrens)  9. The physical street address, city, and zip code of the mortgaged premises: 56451 Nature Ave, 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 $150,000.00.

14. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, including taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage, is: $116,225.46.

(Mortgagor Christina M. Blasier is not financially obligated under the Promissory Note related to the Mortgage herein.)

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 February 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 six (6) months after the date of sale.

17. Minn. Stat. 580.04(b) pro-

vides, “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 August 21, 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 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 and address of Attorney for Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: John M. Cabak CABAK LAW, LLC 243 Main Street S Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-2529 john@cabaklaw.com Attny Reg. No. 0388929 Name of Mortgagee or Mortgage Assignee: Stearns Bank NA THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 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. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: May 22, 2013 MORTGAGOR: Heather R. McVey, unmarried woman.

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded June 4, 2013 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A508323.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. Dated January 5, 2016

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Recorded January 11, 2016, as Document No. A524719.

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1006919-1000011387-0 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Lend Smart Mortgage, LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 24981 Blue Spruce Street, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 185042000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, Block 10, Chalupsky’s Addition to Beroun, according to the map or plat thereof on file and or of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Pine County, Minnesota.

APN #: 18.5042.000 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $128,212.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $141,963.29 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: February 7, 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 August 7, 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 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: December 3, 2018 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 30 - 18-006566 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on December 13, 20, 27, 2018, January 3, 10 and 17, 2019 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #19-01, 19-02, 19-03, & 19-04 FROM THE JANUARY 2, 2019 REGULAR CITY OF PINE CITY COUNCIL MEETING A hearing was held for Ord #19-01, approving the 2019 Fee Schedule, Ord #19-02, for the revision of Chapter 4, Section 410: Solid Waste to include Recyclable Materials, Ord #19-03, for the revision of Chapter 5, Section 505: Public Dances, altering the section from Public Dances to Special Events and Ord #19-04, amendments to Chapter 8 and creation of Section 823: Construction of Sidewalk and all mentioned Ordinances were then passed with minor revisions.

A hearing was held at the December 18, 2018 Planning Commission Meeting for the following Ordinances: Ord #19-05, Amendment to the Municipal Development Ordinance (MDO)

Zoning Map and Ord #19-06, Amendment to the MDO to allow Accessory Dwelling Units in Agricultural Open Space (AO), Single Family Residential (R1) & Multifamily Residential (R2). Recommendation was brought forward to City of Pine City Council on January 2, 2019 and the above-mentioned Ord #19-05 and Ord #19-06 were then passed with minor revisions.

A copy of the above Ordinance will be available for viewing at the City Hall office, at the Pine City Public Library and on the city website: pinecitygov.com.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 10, 2019

CITY OF PINE CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Pine City, at its meeting on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 8am will hold a public hearing regarding the City’s MN Department of Employment Economic Development (DEED) grant application for funds for the Small Cities Development Program (SCDP). The previous pre-application for grant funds for commercial and owner-occupied buildings in Pine City was given a competitive rating by DEED. A full application will be turned in February 28, 2019.

All persons interested in being heard on these matters are encouraged to attend. Lakes & Pines will be there to answer any questions.

The applications are extremely competitive with limited funding. Letters of Intent to Participate are strongly encouraged.

By order of the City Council of the City of Pine City Matthew Van Steenwyk Interim City Administrator/ Treasurer Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 10, 2019

Request for Bids 1975 Ford L9000 Fire Ladder Truck The City of Pine City will accept sealed bids at City Hall, 315 Main St S., Suite 100, Pine City, MN 55063 until 4:30 pm on February 10, 2019 for the purchase of a 1975 Ford L9000 Fire Ladder Truck. The truck’s main ladder is cracked and out of service and not fit for its intended use. Vehicle starts and runs. The City does not warranty its operation and reserves the right to reject all bids. Please visit the City’s website: pinecitygov.com for more information. Any other questions, contact City Hall at 320-629-2575. Please mark “fire ladder truck sealed bid” on the outside of the envelope.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on January 10, 2019

PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER Dec. 30 - Jan. 6 Theft, burglary, vandalism

Dec. 30, 11:57 a.m., report of burglary, State Hwy. 70, Pine City.

Dec. 31, 12:07 p.m., report of fraud/ scam/ID, 3rd Ave. SE, Pine City.

Dec. 31, 1:48 p.m., report of MVA property damage, Henriette Rd., Pine City.

Jan. 1, 3:59 p.m., report of burglary, Holly Rd., Pine City.

Jan. 2, 10:34 a.m., report of burglary, Island Resort Rd., Pine City.

Jan. 2, 12:59 p.m., report of MVA property damage, 5th St. SE, Pine City.

Jan. 3, 12:23 p.m., report of fraud/ scam/ID, Tigua Rd., Pine City.

Jan. 4, 10:25 a.m., report of burglary, Maple Knoll Rd., Pine City.

Miscellaneous Dec. 30, 8:37 p.m., report of trespass, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City.

Dec. 31, 12:31 a.m., report of disturbance, Johnson Ave. SE, Pine City.

Dec. 31, 5:56 p.m., report of assault, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City.

Jan. 1, 5:22 a.m., report of animal disturbance, Birch Bark Rd., Brook Park.

Jan. 3, 11:02 a.m., report of juvenile trouble, Main St. S, Pine City.

Jan. 4, 10:42 a.m., report of criminal sex conduct, Homestead Rd., Pine City.

Jan. 4, 11:01 a.m., report of criminal sex conduct, Fawn Meadows, Pine City.

Jan. 4, 11:47 a.m., report of criminal sex conduct, 580th St., Pine City.

Jan. 4, 4:46 p.m., report of criminal sex conduct, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City.

Jan. 5, 1:35 a.m., report of disturbance, Pokegama Lake Rd., Grasston.

Fires and accidents Jan. 4, 6:09 p.m., report of vehicle in ditch, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pine City.

Jan. 5, 7:47 p.m., report of structure fire, State Hwy. 107, Grasston.

Jail roster Dec. 31, Jordan Mathew Rarick, probable cause, domestic assault.

Released Jan. 3.

Jan. 1, Terry Lynn Neitzel, under sentence, terroristic threats- reckless disregard risk, assault- 5th degreemisdemeanor.

Jan. 1, Adam Rodney Wilson, probable cause, criminal sex conduct- 3rd degree- victim 13-15 actor >24m older. Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 1, Sydney Marie Krause, probable cause, domestic assault- misdemeanor- commits act to cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death.

Released Jan. 3.

Jan. 2, Jesse James Berwald, warrant, theft- take/use/transfer movable property- no consent; drugs- 2nd degree- possess 6 grams or more heroin.

Jan. 2, Vladimir Boginskiy, hold for other agency.

Jan. 2, Danah Lee Mason, warrant, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no owner consent.

Jan. 2, David Lee Wilkes, hold for other agency, assault- 2nd degree.

Jan. 2, Jonathan David Winsor, hold for other agency: bench- gross misdemeanor warrant, traffic- drivers license- driving after cancellationinimical to public safety. Released Jan. 5.

Jan. 2, Nicholas Anthony Sroka, hold for other agency: bench- gross misdemeanor warrant, traffic- DWI3rd degree driving while impaired; 1 aggravating factor- DWI- operate motor vehicle- alcohol concentration .08 within 2 hours, drivers license- driving after revocation.

Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 2, Nicholas Franklin Barrow, hold for other agency: failure to appear warrant. Released Jan. 3.

Jan. 2, Samantha Marie Zelinski, warrant: bench- gross misdemeanor, financial transaction card frauduse- no consent. Released Jan. 3.

Jan. 3, Samantha Larson, hold for other agency, theft of services; probable cause, traffic- drivers licensedriving after cancellation.

Jan. 3, Craig Scott Linder, hold for other agency: bench- gross misdemeanor, traffic- drivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released Jan. 6.

Jan. 3, Marcus Leland Bugg, warrant: felony, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 3, Monica Christine Jack, warrant: felony, financial transaction card fraud- use- no consent.

Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 3, Kellie Shelene Nelson, parole/

probation violation, receiving stolen property. Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 3, Tony Allen Nowling, warrant, theft- take/use/transfer movable property- no consent. Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 3, Angelique Elizabeth White, hold for other agency: bench- misdemeanor warrant. Released Jan. 3.

Jan. 4, Kevin Maury Ryan, probable cause, 4th degree driving while impaired; drivers’ licenses- driving restrictions, authority, violations.

Jan. 4, Jonathan Paul Bjur, warrant, traffic- drivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

Jan. 4, Jay Michael Hazeman, warrant, drugs- 4th degree- saleschedule 1,2,3 but not marijuana, 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; introduce contraband- drug/liquor into jail/lockup/prison.

Jan. 4, Paul Daniel Moore, warrant, drugs- 2nd degree- possess 25 grams or more cocaine or methamphetamine.

Jan. 4, Travis James Thielman, violate no contact order- within 10 years of the first of two or more convictions.

Jan. 4, Gary Marvin Damlo, probable cause, 4th degree driving while impaired. Released Jan. 5.

Jan. 4, Michael Lee Spalding, summons, burglary- 3rd degree- steal/ commit felony or gross misd.; burglary- 2nd degree; receiving stolen property. Released Jan. 4.

Jan. 5, Daisha Shelene Honsey, warrant, theft- take/use/transfer

movable property- no consent, theft- obtain services- no payment; traffic regulation- uninsured vehicleowner violation, drivers license- driving after revocation, driving without a valid license or vehicle class/type: multiple licenses prohibited; trespass- return to property within one year, return to property- to harass/ abuse/threat.

Jan. 5, Guy Frederick Davis, probable cause, domestic.

Jan. 5, Nicholas Lee Hanson, hold for other agency, domestic assaultmisdemeanor, domestic abuse no contact order- violate no contact order, traffic- drivers license- driving after suspension... 4th degree driving while impaired; warrant, disorderly conduct.

Jan. 5, Timothy James Whalen, warrant, disorderly conduct- brawling or fighting.

Jan. 6, Shannon Leigh Martin, warrant, domestic.

Jan. 6, Tyler Micheal Scardina, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree; trespass.

Jan. 6, Summer Dawn Songetay, hold for other agency, theft of property; warrant, domestic; probable cause, traffic- drivers license- driving after suspension, traffic regulationdriver must carry proof of insurance when operating vehicle, giving peace officer false name- of another person.

Jan. 6, Vanessa Ann Warpula, probable cause, assault- 2nd degree- dangerous weapon.

Jan. 6, Richard Wright III, probable cause, domestic assault.

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In Focus

An educational series presented by FirstLight Health System FirstLight offers a series of support groups to serve our patients and our communities. To learn more, please visit www.FirstLightHealthSystem.org/Support or call 800-245-5671. All support groups are free and open to the public.

Second Wednesday 1:30–2:30 p.m. monthly Mora campus, Meeting Room 3

Mora—First Thursday 1:30–2:30 p.m. monthly Mora campus, Meeting Room 2 Pine City—Last Wednesday 1:30–2:30 p.m. monthly Pine City Clinic PHOTO PROVIDED

Stoltz named National Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year for MN Zach Stoltz, 4th grade teacher, just received news of being chosen as the K-5 Smart/Maher VFW Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year for Minnesota. Nominated by the local Pine City VFW, Zach will be receiving this award at the VFW Annual Grand Banquet Program during the Mid-Winter Conference on Jan. 19, at the Minneapolis Marriott-City Center. There, he will learn if he’s chosen to be recognized at a national level.

Fourth Tuesday 2–3 p.m. monthly* Mora campus, Meeting Room 3 *February TBD and no December meeting due to holiday

First Tuesday 2–3 p.m. every other month March 5, May 7, July 2, September 3, November 5 Mora campus, Meeting Room 3

Fourth Thursday 1–2 p.m. quarterly January 24, April 25, July 25 and October 24 Mora campus, Meeting Room 3

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Third Thursday 3–4 p.m. quarterly January 17, April 18, July 18 and October 17 Mora campus, Meeting Room 3

Winners of the 2018 VFW Patriot’s Pen Essay contest The VFW Patriot’s Pen Essay national scholarship contest is an annual event. The contest encourages students in 6th - 8th grades to examine America’s history and to think about their own experience in today’s America, expressing their views on a patriotic theme. This year’s theme was - “Why I Honor the American Flag.” (Read the winning essay on Page 5.)

31 Pine City students participated this year. Each received a certificate and a Patriot pen. The top four students received a cash prize of $50, $40, $30 and $20. The top two winning essays were sent on for District judging.

Pictured above, left to right: Vice Commander Roger Fisher, Linda Fischer - Auxiliary, Janelle Burton, 7th grade, Honorable Mention, Kathy Wimmer - Auxiliary, Kacee Hiler, 6th grade second place, Marita Haberman - Auxiliary, Austin Wiener, 6th grade - third place, George Haberman, Junior Vice Commander. Missing is Maya Phillips - first place winner.

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