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Storms pass, waters still rising National Weather Service warns Snake River could hit flood levels this Saturday

BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

A major thunderstorm system sweeping through the area on the night of July 11 created havoc in northern Pine County and around Minnesota, but left Pine City mostly unscathed.

However, the worst effects of that storm system may be yet to come.

Though the National Weather service estimates that Pine City received only three to five inches of rain on July 11-12, areas to the north of and west received as much as eight to 10 inches in the same time period.

The Snake River watershed ranges from Aitkin County in the north to the shores of Mille Lacs Lake and nearly all of Kanabec County. This means that much of the torrential rain that hit the region north of Pine City will end up flowing through the Snake River – and through Pine City – on its way to the St. Croix River.

By 8:15 on Tuesday, July 12, the level of the Snake River had risen to 4.53 feet, and the National Weather Service was predicting that the river could crest at nine feet – flood stage – by the evening of Saturday, July 16.

The National Weather Service also predicted a chance of more thunderstorms in the area on Wednesday, and a chance of rain on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

STORM DAMAGE Many around Pine County were still recovering SEE STORMS, PAGE 14

Teen drowns in Kettle River STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

A teenage boy drowned on the afternoon of July 6 after attempting to swim across the Kettle River in northern Pine County.

The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that at 4:35 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, dispatchers received a 911 call of a possible drowning in the Kettle River at Banning State Park.

Pine County Deputies, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources officers and personnel from the Askov and Sandstone fire departments responded to the scene.

First responding officers were informed that three teens were swimming across the Kettle River when one began to have trouble. The other two teens swam out to assist but were unable to help the

swimmer who was struggling. The teens reported seeing the third go under the water and not come back up.

The sheriff’s office reported that the area of the river where the incident occurred is no accessible by boat. Officers and first responders carried out a ground search along the shore, which was assisted by an air search from the Minnesota State Patrol helicopter.

The St. Louis County Rescue Squad responded from Duluth and assisted in the search with sonar and underwater camera.

After hours of searching, the victim was recovered from the river just before 11 p.m. on July 6. The body was transported to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy.

The name of the victim has not been released by the Pine County Sheriff’s Office.

Pokegama Lake bridge to be replaced soon

BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The Pine County Road 53 bridge at the south end of Pokegama Lake will be replaced this summer, resulting in a road closure for about three months.

Last week the Pine County Board awarded a $759,013.80 contract to low bidder Icon Constructors, LLC, to replace the old timber bridge with a brand new concrete bridge that will closely resemble the nearby $2 million Snake River bridge that was built last year.

County Engineer Mark LeBrun said work on the project is expected to start July 25 and be completed

within 65 working days, near the end of this year’s construction season.

Highway 53 will be closed at that location during construction but the bridge will be open for boat traffic except during demolition and some intermittent short periods of time during the week, he added.

LeBrun said the new bridge will be centered over the existing bridge. It will have a 90 foot long span, 66 feet wide, with no piers.

The lowest bridge member will be about the same height as the existing bridge, perhaps an inch higher, he noted, and the channel bottom SEE BRIDGE, PAGE 14

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Tri-City Paving wins $2.6 million county road resurfacing contract

BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Tri-City Paving has been awarded a contract to resurface portions of four key Pine County highways in the Pine City area this summer.

Tri-City submitted the low bid of $2,654,172.50 to pave or repave: • CSAH 1 (the continuation of the Rush Lake Trail) from the south county line through Greeley to CSAH 5 (Brunswick Road) in Royalton Township • CSAH 5 (Brunswick Road) between CSAH 6 and County Road 112 at the west county line, also in Royalton Township • CSAH 6 between CSAH 5 (Brunswick Road) and CSAH 7 (Pokegama Lake Road) in Royalton and Pine City Townships • CSAH 61 (Pine City’s Main Street) between CSAH 11(Henriette Road) and

the Snake River, including adding turn lanes at an expanded railroad crossing at the intersection with Airport Road.

Projects are slated to get underway in mid-July.

County Engineer Mark LeBrun pointed out that Tri-City’s bid was about 20 percent lower than the engineer’s estimate of nearly $3.3 million. Asked whether he believes lower highway construction costs are a positive trend, LeBrun said that seems to be the case.

Commissioner Steve Hallan said it then would make sense for the county to consider advancing more highway construction projects through road bonding, since bond interest costs are only about two percent annually, and bond payments could be made from the wheelage tax or a special local option sales tax.

In other action, the Pine County

Board: APPROVED the purchase of a Kronos Workforce Ready Human Resource computer software system at an annual cost of $23,925 plus a $6,000 set-up fee.

“We need to move from pen and ink and paper and pencil to keep track of the county’s 250 employees,” Hallan noted.

OFFERED to maintain the rent charged to the City of Pine City for leased space in the Pine Government Center at $50,000 per year for the next three years while continuing to meet with city officials to discuss long-term facility plans.

APPROVED installing a camera system at the county’s vehicle impound lot at Sandstone at a cost of $1,000 RECOGNIZED county employees Reese Frederickson, Kelly Schroeder, Amber Chase and Connie Mikrot for their participation and completion of Grand-

ma’s Marathon events, and collectively raised $1,100 in support of the Pine County Sheriff’s Office K-9 program.

ACCEPTED more donations to the K-9 program from Susan K. and Douglas Beckstrand ($1,000), Knights of Columbus Pine City Council #2357 ($1,000), and We-Pay/Go Fund Me/Race for the K-9 ($45.75).

APPOINTED Rick Williams to the District 3 vacancy on the Pine County Planning Commission. His term extends from June 22 through 2019.

NOTED that about 20 cars per day are using the new Pine County Household Hazardous Waste facility at the county highway department site in Pine City.

The HHW building is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

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ECE helps out Pine County K-9 Chewy, Pine County’s new K-9 officer, rides securely in the back of Deputy Benjamin Neel’s squad car with the help of a $2,500 grant from the East Central Energy (ECE) Operation Round Up (ORU) Trust. Thanks to an outpouring of donations the sheriff’s department was recently able to reinstate the K-9 program. The ORU grant made it possible to purchase the kennel transport system, a temperature control monitor and automatic door opening system needed to transport a K-9 officer. As the dog’s handler, Deputy Neel is working with Chewy in the 12-week training program and is looking forward to putting the dog’s skills to work for the residents of Pine County. For more information about Operation Round Up, visit eastcentralenergy.com.

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Knights support Squire Circle The Pine City Knights of Columbus Council #2357 presented a donation of $326 to the Pine City Columbian Squire Circle #4100 for assisting the Knights in various projects such as the Lenten fish fry. Kelly Osterdyk a member of the Pine City Knights of Columbus and adult advisor to the Square Circle presented the check. Accepting it on behalf of the Pine City Squire Circles are Andy Gallik, on the left and Jacob Hennen.

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Saturday, July 16

Find garage sale location map and ads in the July 14th edition of the Pine County Courier. Sales start at 8 a.m.

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JULY 14 Author visit and book signing Scout & Morgan Books in Cambridge welcomes author Peter Geye for a summer “Into the Evening” dinner event at North Folk Winery in Harris on Thursday, July 14 at 6:30 p.m.

Geye will be signing autographs and discussing his new book, Wintering, an epic novel that spans 60 years in the northern wilderness of Minnesota. For tickets and information visit scoutandmorganbooks.com.

Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature Blend, a Branson-style 50s and 60s a cappella show, at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 14 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www.ci.mora.mn.us.

JULY 15 ‘Mug & Mammal’ morning hike Hike 1-2 miles on the trails of Crex and Fish Lake Wildlife Areas in Grantsburg, Wisconsin, while enjoying some coffee, snacks and friendly conversation on Friday, July 15 from 1011 a.m. Discover natural happenings along the trail. Snacks and beverages provided. Adults only. For more information call 715-463-2739 or visit www.crexmeadows.org.

JULY 15 - 17 Championship Watercross races The World Championship Snowmobile Watercross races will take place Friday through Sunday, July 15-17, in Grantsburg, Wisconsin on Memory Lake. Qualifying races start at noon on Friday, with finals on Sunday afternoon. In addition there will be street dances with live bands both Friday and Saturday nights, and fireworks on Saturday night at dusk.

Call 715-463-4269 or visit www. grantsburgwatercross.com for camping information or for a complete schedule of events.

JULY 16 39th Annual Art Fest The Pine City Arts Council‘s 39th annual Art Fest is on Saturday, July 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. There will be food, a variety of art vendors and exhibitors, as well as a 10 a.m. performance by the popular children’s “Teddy Bear Band.” Live musical entertainment will also be provided by “Rich and the Resisters.” Email PineCityArtsCouncil@gmail. com or call 320-629-2227 with any questions.

‘Wheels & Wildlife’ On Saturday, July 16, from 5-6 p.m. at Crex Meadows in Grantsburg, Wisconsin, join a 20-mile

bike ride with stops for snacks and scenery along the way. Helmets and preregistration are required; call 715-463-2739 or visit www.crexmeadows.org.

Pokegama Lake Association The monthly meeting of the Pokegama Lake Association will be Saturday, July 16 at 9 a.m. with coffee and rolls at 8:30 a.m. Prospective members are welcome at 12965 Lake Line Road. Contact lmclean111@ gmail.com for information.

TreeHouse North banquet & Shoot for Hope The 3rd annual TreeHouse North banquet and Shoot for Hope sporting clay fundraiser will be held on Saturday, July 16 at Wings North in Pine City.

Registration for the clay shoot begins at 10:45 a.m. The banquet and auction take place at 5 p.m. in Tobies’ Big Kettle Room in Hinckley. For registration or additional information contact Area Director Andrew Kling at 763-486-3297 or at thnorthkling@gmail.com.

JULY 17 Pine City Area History Association The next meeting of the Pine City Area History Association will be held Sunday, July 17 at 2 p.m. in the meeting room of the Pine City Public Library. The topic, “Booyah, Sokol – All you ever wanted to know but were afraid to ask,” will look at the long history of the Sokol camp and its Pine City roots. The public is invited to bring items related to the topic to share. For information call 320-322-9208 or email pcahistory@gmail.com.

JULY 18 Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery is a Christ centered 12-step recovery program available to anyone with hurts, hang-ups and habits. This ministry is free at Journey North Church in Pine City on Mondays beginning at 6 p.m. with a supper, followed by praise and worship, large group teaching or testimony, small open share groups, and ends with coffee and treats.

There is free childcare, as well as “Celebration Place,” a children’s ministry for grades K-5, and “The Landing,” for grades 6-12, are also available.

For more information, contact Journey North Church at JourneyNorthChurch.com or cr@ journeynorthchurch.com.

JULY 19 Little Wildlifers Crex Meadows in Grantsburg, Wisconsin offers Little Wildlifers, a free, no-registration, no-obligation series for children ages 3-8 on Tuesdays from 10-11:15 a.m. to discover nature through stories, songs, activi-

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JULY 20 Focus on Ability We R Able, Adults with Disabilities, sponsors a support group, Focus on Ability, on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 1:30 - 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 320-358-1220.

JULY 21 Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature the classic country, bluegrass and folk stylings of the Becky Schlegel Trio at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 21 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www.ci.mora.mn.us.

JULY 21 - 24 Chisago County Fair The Chisago County Fair will take place at the fairgrounds in Rush City from Thursday through Sunday, July 21-24. Motocross, tractor pulls and the demolition derby take place in the grandstand. The parade is on Saturday at 3 p.m. followed by chainsaw races. Free on Sunday at 11 a.m. is Kid’s Day, featuring a pedal pull, treasure hunt, farm babies, “Little Squirts Demo Derby” and much more. Visit www.chisagocountyfair.org for a complete listing of times and events.

JULY 22 Freeway Jam at Art in the Park The Pine City Arts Council invites the community to rock ‘n roll with Freeway Jam at Art in The Park on Friday, July 22, 6:30 p.m., at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will serve Carolina BBQ beginning at 5:30 p.m. Call 320-629-2227 with any questions.

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JULY 27 Snake River Valley Conservation Club The next meeting of the SRVCC will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 7 p.m., at the club house on the Pine County Fairgrounds. Contact Mark Madison at mmadison@northlc.com with any questions.

JULY 27 - 31 Kanabec County Fair The Kanabec County Fair is Wednesday through Sunday, July 27-31 at the fairgrounds in Mora. There will be “Redneck Races,” a “Hill in the Hole” race, tractor and pickup pulls on Saturday and much more.

The parade takes place on Saturday, July 23 at 4:30 p.m. on Union Street. For a full schedule of events, grandstand features and other information go to: www.kanabecfair.org.

JULY 28 National Refreshments Day We R Able celebrates National Refreshments Day by offering bingo and snacks at the air-conditioned SCRED building at 425 S. Dana Ave., in downtown Rush City, 6-7:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 28. To make a donation of “white elephant” (re-gifted) items for bingo prizes, or to preregister, call 320-358-1211.

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MEETINGS THURSDAY 7/14 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.

SATURDAY 7/16 Model RR club: Askov, 10 a.m., Pine County History Museum SUNDAY 7/17 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

MONDAY 7/18 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m.

AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 7/19 Pine County Board: Pine City, Pine County Courthouse, 10 a.m.

Pine City VFW: Pine City, VFW Post #4258, 7:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 7/20 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine City VFW Hall AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

Ruby’s Pantry The Ruby’s Pantry food distribution is the fourth Thursday of each month at the Armory in Pine City. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. and food distribution will take place Thursday, July 28, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call 651-674-0009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org.

JULY 28 - 31 RecFest bluegrass and art fair Milaca’s annual RecFest bluegrass festival and art fair begins with a 6:30 p.m. performance by the Frog Hollow Boys on Thursday, July 28 at Milaca’s Recreation Park. Concerts continue throughout the weekend, with special activities at nearby Trimble Park, an art market, jam sessions, music workshops, kids’ activities and more. For a full schedule of events visit www.milacarecfest.com.

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Mystery Mountain Boys at Art in the Park

Individuals with memory loss and their caregivers and families are invited to come and enjoy fellowship and support with peers in a historic setting at the North West Company Fur Post, Pine City, on Tuesday, July 26 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Coffee, treats, and enjoyable activities are provided at no charge. For more information call 320-629-6356 or visit nwcfurpost@mnhs.org.

The Pine City Arts Council invites the community to enjoy the bluegrass and gospel sounds of the Mystery Mountain Boys at Art in The Park on Friday, July 29, 6:30 p.m., at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Girl Scouts will serve bratwursts beginning at 5:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the free show. Call 320-629-2227 with any questions.

SENIOR DINING July 18 - 22 Monday: Country fried steak, o’brien potatoes, seasoned peas, wheat bread, sliced pears Tuesday: Hot roast pork sandwich, whipped potatoes with gravy, green beans, wheat bread, gingerbread with topping Wednesday: Meatloaf, baked potato with sour cream, corn, wheat bread, cookie Thursday: BBQ chicken, scalloped potatoes, squash, wheat bread, peaches Friday: Lemon pepper fish, creamy potato bake, broccoli with cheese sauce, wheat bread, mixed fruit Cost is $4.00 for people over 60 and $7.50 for under 60. No preregistration needed, except for special events. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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Now what was the question?

I wish I had all the answers. I know some people who do. I’m pretty sure you do, too – know someone who is smarter than the rest of us. Maybe you are even lucky enough to be one of them.

I think maybe I used to be o of them. Although I can’t one b sure because I’m not sure be o most things. I have a hazy of m memory of a younger me w used to know it all – or who a least a lot of it. Then I blew at o a few more candles on out t the birthday cake and reali ized how little I really knew a and how much more there w to learn. I saw how my was o opinions about different subj jects changed and evolved o over time, making me even m more knowledgeable than I w when I thought I knew was so much, but didn’t, really.

But back to the good folks who really do know it all (it goes without saying, you know who you are). One would think, I think, that a person with all the answers would experience a certain, perfect form of inner and outer peace. Being all-knowing would bring with it a heightened tranquility and sense of serenity. There would be no need to be adamant or pushy about one’s opinions if those opinions were always 100 percent spot-on correct. Especially the political ones. Yes, especially those.

That’s why it’s puzzling that the people with all the answers are also the ones who are often outspoken regarding their absolute and infinite knowledge. It would seem if you are unquestionably assured of your correctness that you could whisper and be heard. You wouldn’t need to shout or scream the truth – often in CAPITAL LETTERS – because that tends to turn people away, not recruit them to your cause.

Shouting often comes across as anger (just ask my kids). When I shout I’m not doing a very good job of listening because I am so busy being right that I forget there may be another way to look at things. Shouting most often does not work and is not advisable – unless you are in a burning building, doing the laundry or for some reason find yourself holding a megaphone. If that’s the case, by all means, go right ahead.

To be fair, being around a bunch of uninformed people who don’t know as much as you must be frustrating for those enlightened few. Perhaps that’s why they hit the caps lock on their keyboards while signing on to social media to share non-fact-checked links. I wouldn’t know, since I’m on the negative side of the omnipotent and deep knowledge pool. But I can only imagine (which I’m probably not very good at, either).

Other techniques used by people with all the right answers include applying feigned humor or mockery to make fun of opposing opinions. What they lack in kindness really knowledgeable people make up for in clever.

LOL. This is especially compelling when SEE PERTLER, PAGE 5

Garbage burning releases poisons

BY KEITH GOETZMAN MINNESOTA CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER

The little cabin on Sullivan Lake in Morrison County is trim and tidy, with a fresh coat of green paint and a rock-rimmed fire ring that looks like a great place for a marshmallow roast. But as Paul Kuske, conservation officer for the Department of Natural Resources, hops out of his patrol truck for a closer look, the scene loses a bit of its luster: Singed bits of newspaper skitter across the grass, propelled by a late-summer breeze coming off the lake.

Rummaging through the ashes, Kuske soon identifies the remains of household garbage, including melted plastics. A brass nozzle protruding from a tubular chunk of charred material tells him that a garden hose was torched.

Burning things such as plastics and rubber releases the potent carcinogen dioxin and other toxic compounds into the air, soil and water.

Almost all garbage in the modern waste stream releases toxins when burned, and these toxins can harm human health as well as local wildlife and habitat. Garbage burning also starts wildfires every year in Minnesota.

Burning garbage, whether in a fire pit or a burn barrel, has been against the law for decades in this state. But it appears that many Minnesotans are still unaware, confused

‘The open burning of household waste here in Minnesota contributes to 50 percent of the known dioxins generated in the state.’

Henry Fischer MPCA coordinator for illegal burning abatement or defiant when it comes to burning garbage. In a 2010 survey conducted by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, 33 percent of rural Minnesotans said they sometimes burn trash. Kuske and MPCA inspector Jake Brady are two of the faces of the state agencies that enforce Minnesota burning laws.

“The open burning of household waste here in Minnesota contributes to 50 percent of the known dioxins generated in the state,” said Henry Fisher, MPCA coordinator for illegal burning abatement. Nationally, garbage burning is the largest source of human-caused dioxin emissions, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Dioxins occur naturally but in much smaller and more dispersed amounts than those released when people burn plastics or chlorinated compounds. Dioxins are ubiquitous in the modern waste stream because plastics and chlorine are ubiquitous

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“Chlorine is used to essentially bleach paper,” said Fischer. “It’s used to clean just about everything that we put out for consumption.”

Dioxins released by the low burning temperature of a garbage fire become airborne and land on land or water. They persist in the environment and bioaccumulate, ascending the food chain as they enter the bodies of successively larger animals.

Human beings take in dioxins when eating fish, meat and dairy products derived from creatures that have been exposed to the chemicals.

Dioxins, in addition to being carcinogenic, belong to the class of chemicals known as endocrine disruptors, which can harm human health in very small concentrations.

“Studies have shown that it also affects the reproductive aspects of fish and birds and mammals,” says Fischer. “Those dioxins don’t have to fall far from burn barrels that are out in the backyard, next to the lakeshore, to have an impact on the whole food chain.”

Trash burning can emit many other toxic compounds. Benzene, linked to leukemia, is in polystyrene-foam products such as coffee cups and packing foam. Formaldehyde is a carcinogen that can also irritate

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PERTLER: Realizing how much there is yet to learn

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Small actions can make a big difference in the world To the Editor: We all come from different walks of life and often times have contrasting opinions.

We share the undeniable commonalities in being human beings who inhabit Earth.

Something that is currently affecting us all and the planet is global climate change.

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the planet’s average temperature has increased by 1.5°F over the past century. Scientists have said the temperature could rise anywhere between two to 12 °F within the next hundred

years. The 17 warmest years on record have all occurred in the last 18 years. This has resulted in rising sea levels, severe droughts, the artic glaciers melting and more extreme weather of all kinds. Changes in the earth’s climate are largely due to human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels. Some of the sunlight that hits the earth is reflected and some becomes heat. Fossil fuels in the air trap heat, which in turn warms the earth. It is estimated humans add 25 billion tons of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere per year and carbon dioxide has a lifetime in the atmosphere of 50 to 200 years.

Recently, the Obama administration

tried to tackle this issue globally by giving $500 million to the United Nations climate fund. I recommend we approach the climate problem on a micro level before shifting to a macro approach. One of the ways to combating climate change at the local level is living sustainably within our own community. If one community can live within their means why can’t every community?

We ought to think globally and act locally.

Together we could start up a green economy.

The common clothesline is an effective tool for a rural community to save on

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sarcasm, belittling and name-calling are utilized in tandam. It takes skill to combine the three and I’m always impressed by a person who does so. I give them extra points if they include an unattractive photo of the person or politician they are intending to debase. These effective techniques work on me and I am immediately drawn to the other side of an argument when it is illustrated how silly my original opinion was anyway. I’ve got a lot to learn.

I should give thanks for the good folks with all the answers. They tell me what I need to know and how I should think. I used to be one of them. Then I figured things out and realized how much I’ve yet to learn and no matter how hard I try I’ll never be able to know it all.

Which might just put me one step ahead of those who think they already do.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright, author and member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

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BURNING: MPCA considers burning garbage making poison FROM PAGE 4

skin, eyes, nose and throat. It is in pressed-board products such as plywood, particleboard, and fiberboard, often used in household furniture. Plastics and dyes may contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, also carcinogenic. Many other toxins join the mix if the burner tosses things like batteries, electronics, paints or herbicides onto the pyre. And virtually any fire produces fine particulates that can enter lungs. If anyone is under the illusion that their trash fire is harmless, they are almost certainly wrong. As one awareness-raising MPCA campaign says: “If you’re burning garbage, you’re making poison.�

It’s pretty cut-and-dried what can and cannot be legally burned in Minnesota. A wood-fueled campfire is OK— provided it’s in a ring no more than three feet in diameter, the

flames reach no higher than three feet, and a five-foot area around the fire is cleared of combustible material.

The only type of household waste that’s legal to burn is clean, unpainted, untreated wood scraps. If an area has a temporary burn ban because of dangerously dry conditions, no fires are allowed.

It’s also legal to burn brush such as dry leaves, plant clippings and other yard waste if you obtain a permit to use either an open fire or a burn barrel constructed to legal specifications. (Local fire wardens and the DNR issue $5 annual permits. A permit isn’t needed for any open fire if at least three inches of snow cover the ground or if you’re using a legal burn barrel between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m.)

Several MPCA staff members work to raise awareness about illegal burning and address the barriers to proper waste dis-

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They created a costumed character named Bernie the Burn Barrel for events. They work with county health officials and public health boards. One MPCA initiative helped Chisago County implement a “burn barrel buy back� program. It invited residents to turn in their barrels, no questions asked, in return for a six-month, half-off discount on garbage hauling.

In Lincoln and Redwood counties in southwestern Minnesota, Fisher worked with local officials and waste administrators to establish waste and recycling drop-off sites. The cost for the disposal is spread via a modest tax or fee throughout a township or county. “It makes it affordable,� says Fisher. “We found in those counties that if you implement a strategy that works with local communities and townships to

provide convenient, affordable garbage collection and recycling, folks will no longer burn and they will participate.�

When DNR conservation officers and local law enforcement authorities write a ticket for illegal burning, it’s typically a misdemeanor, with fines seldom topping $2,000. The MPCA focuses on investigating larger-scale violations and can issue civil penalties starting at $3,500. Spring and fall—when people tend to do cleaning, decluttering, and yard work—are the busiest periods. “When you start talking plastics and other kinds of toxic materials, most people understand it. And I’m pretty sure a majority of them know it’s bad,� said Brady. “Usually, by the end of the conversation, they’re saying, ‘We apologize, we didn’t really understand the effects, we’ll stop this now.’�

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Gedney Pickle Plant in Beroun going full blast in 1916 10 Years Ago, 2006 An attempt by the city to keep electronic billboards to a minimum is running into resistance. Greater Minnesota Credit Union and Horizon Bank have both written letters to the city asking them not to prohibit flashing signs, or electronic message signs, except for time and temperature and holiday decorations.

An elegant event is in store on Monday, July 17 when nine young women compete to wear the crown of Miss Pine City. Candidates for the crown are Maria Bellinger, Hannah Vacinek, Maryae Abrahams, Katrina Years Erickson, Carly Weinholzer, McKenzie PanAgo gerl, Abby Olson, Katie Hughes and Ashley Donna Greig.

Hinckley’s 75th annuHeath al Corn and Clover Carnival turned from fun and frolic to sad and somber early Saturday evening when two teenage girls were seriously injured in a fall from a ride. Breanna Larson and Erica Matrious, both 14, and from Hinckley were riding the Zipper about 5 p.m. when the door to their cage-like compartment opened. They fell 25 feet to the ground.

A caller from the Braham area notified the Sheriff’s Dept. that two toddlers were locked in a vehicle. The caller broke the windows of the vehicle to let in some air before the officers arrived.

A Pine City fifth grader, Vincent Favorito, son of Phil and Karen Shephard, has won the national wrestling freestyle title championship for his class.

The Pine City Wal-Mart presented a grant for $500 to the Pregnancy Resource Center in Pine City. The money will help the center purchase educational materials.

25 Years Ago, 1991 Nova, a 14 piece ensemble from Owatonna heads the entertainment lineup at the Art Fest in Pine City’s Robinson Park.

A young man from Pine City heads for Minneapolis and the International Special Olympics competition, which begins July 18. Kyle Hanson received a $300 check from the Pine Area Lioness Club to pay his expenses for the week.

Kyle competes as an alternate in the track and field events. He earned the right to compete in the international games by winning a gold medal at state last year and by doing well in tryouts held in Blaine this year. Kathy Robatcek is his coach.

Selected for its use of sound soil and water conservation practices, the Robert Shuey farm has been named a Take Pride in America Conservation Farm

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Pine City Midgets stand tall in 1955 The Pine City Midget squad enjoys the summer season of 1955. Front row (l-r): Doug Nelson, Loren Erhart, Carl Sundquist, Stew Peterson, Del Delaney. Second row: Gerald Carlson, Knute Lewis, Dick Lewis, coach Del Bethel, Ronnie Smith, Dick Skalicky and Dennis Roubinek. Stop by the Pine City Pioneer office during business hours to view a historical collection of sports and other photos provided by local historian Jim Foster.

by the Pine Soil and Water Conservation District.

Minnesota’s 1991 hunting seasons have been announced and the overall outlook for hunters taking to the woods, fields and marshes this fall is good according to Department of Natural Resources (DNR) officials.

When Sue Krenn cuts name plates from two-inch strips of pine or redwood, she gets her exercise at the same time.

Her pedal-powered scroll saw attracts curious customers like a magnet to her booth at craft shows. It is something few people have ever seen, and according to Krenn, it works just as well as a power saw.

Melissa Swenson, from Grasston, participated in the photo stories division of the Jewish Community Relations Council-Antidefemation League of Minnesota and Minnesota 4-H contest.

The annual meeting of the East Central Regional Development Commission was held at Tobie’s in Hinckley. Vi Wall, Pine City, and Pine County Commissioner Eileen Anderson were among those who attended.

50 Years Ago, 1966 Pine County Ambulance Service is in operation with the purchase of two oxygen-equipped ambulances. One unit

will be based at Pine County Memorial Hospital in Sandstone and the other unit will be based in Pine City under the supervision of the sheriff’s office.

One hundred eighty-four youngsters received swimming certificates from the Water Safety program in Pine City.

Mrs. George Clem left for Terre Haute, Indiana Wednesday morning to see her new granddaughter born Tuesday afternoon, July 19, to Rev. and Mrs. Robert Kirkwood.

Picnic specials at the Fair Store included: red ripe watermelon for 79 cents; Finest pork & beans, seven cans for 89 cents; six-oz frozen lemonade, 10 cents a can, and country style spare ribs, 59 cents a pound.

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Olson of Rock Creek are the proud parents of an eight pound baby boy, Duane Donald, born July 11.

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The First National Bank of Pine City has purchased the Busselmeier building from Wm. Busselmeier. It is the intention of the bank sometime in the future to extend the present bank building to the same length as the one purchased, add another story, and make one large building out of both of them.

Mrs. W.S. McEachern entertained 22 little girl friends in honor of the ninth birthday of her daughter, Winellen. It was a Mother Goose party and the little folks were dressed to represent characters from the Mother Goose stories.

A birthday luncheon was served and games played in the afternoon.

A baby boy was born at the Richard Lindstrom home in Rock Creek on July 16.

The Gedney Pickle Plant in Beroun opened last Monday and a lot of pickle cucumbers are being received daily.

Norman Lindahl is in charge and Alva Guptil is the bookkeeper.

75 Years Ago,1941 Arrangements for the collection of all possible scrap-aluminum from homes and business places here and in other communities throughout the county are being completed under the direction of M. B. Hurley of Pine City, who has been appointed chairman of the Civilian Defense Council for this county by Gov. Stassen.

NOTICE: By order of the Village Council: Anyone desiring to have a W.P.A. sidewalk put in should contact the Village Clerk on or before July 25.

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Family Pathways plans to close Hinckley Food Shelf STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Family Pathways has reported that they plan to shut down the Hinckley Food Shelf in August, while expanding hours at their Pine City and Sandstone food shelf locations and offering visits from a mobile food truck to Hinckley.

“We will work to first maintain and then grow an excellent level of hunger relief support,” said Family Pathways Executive Director Rich Smith. “But we must gain efficiencies by consolidating. We don’t own the Hinckley property. We can’t use money spent on rent to buy food.”

Services that Family Pathways offers in Pine County include hunger relief through food shelves, advocacy, and school backpack programs. They also offer an aging services program that works to help older residents age in place and support caregivers of seniors.

According to a July 12 press release from Family Pathways, after the Hinckley Food Shelf closes on Wednesday, Aug. 24, Hinckley hunger relief participants will be able to receive services in one of three ways depending on what is most convenient for them.

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creased and changes will be made to the current facility to add more fresh produce and perishable items.

2. Pine Community Food Shelf hours will be increased.

3. The mobile food truck will make stops in Hinckley to serve those participants for whom transportation is an issue. The food truck operates in the same way as a food shelf with client choice and fresh produce as a basis of operation. Stop locations will be announced soon. Those interested can check Facebook or the Family Pathways website for updates, or call the food shelves directly for assistance.

Family Pathways also plans to continue its school backpack programs and NAPS (Nutritional Assistance Program for Seniors) delivery in Hinckley.

Family Pathways reports that it is the largest source of food for hunger relief in East Central Minnesota, operating nine food shelves and a mobile food truck in addition to the school programs, and distributing more than 2.3 million meals annually.

Family Pathways and the Pine Community Food Shelf merged in June, and Pine Community Food Shelf board member Steve Ovick stepped onto the Family Pathways board.

New map shows radon levels in Pine County, across state MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

The Minnesota Department of Health has launched a new online tool to help residents get a more accurate picture of radon levels in their counties.

Radon is an odorless, colorless, gas that occurs naturally in Minnesota soils. It is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers.

More than 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the U.S. are linked to radon.

Radon can enter homes through cracks or openings in walls or foundations. The only way for a resident to know if their home has high levels of radon is to test. Radon is a problem everywhere in Minnesota, and everyone in every county should test their home. Renters should also test their homes and discuss the results with their landlords.

MDH created the new interactive county radon maps and charts using five years of data from 2010-2014 with more than 86,000 properties tested. The analysis found that properties in 78 percent of Minnesota counties have high average radon levels (4 pCi/L or above). For levels

of 4 pCi/L or higher, MDH recommends taking action, including installing a radon mitigation system. Health officials say about two in five Minnesota homes have dangerous levels of radon gas.

“Radon is a problem all across Minnesota but it can be hard to know if you have a problem because you can’t see it or smell it,” said Dan Tranter, MDH indoor air program supervisor. “With the housing market heating up this summer, it is important for home buyers to know their rights and get potential homes tested for radon so any problems can be fixed before buying a house.”

The 2014 Minnesota Radon Awareness Act requires sellers to inform home buyers whether their home has been tested for radon and if so, what the levels are and whether the home has been mitigated for radon. In addition, sellers must provide a warning statement and a twopage publication about radon to the buyer. Radon tests can be incorporated into a home inspection. The law does not require radon testing or mitigation; only disclosure of whether testing or mitigation

of the home has been done.

There is no disclosure or notification requirement when signing a lease, unlike when buying a home.

Testing is easy, inexpensive and only takes three to five days. Test kits are available at city and county health departments, many hardware stores or directly from radon testing laboratories. A list of participating health agencies and test kit vendors can be found on MDH’s radon website.

Tests should be done in the lowest level of the home that is frequently occupied.

If your home’s level is at or above 4 pCi/L, you should consider verification testing and having a radon mitigation system installed. MDH maintains a list of certified radon mitigation contractors.

For more information on radon testing and mitigation, visit MDH’s radon website or call the Minnesota Department of Health Indoor Air Unit at 651-201-4601 or 1-800798-9050.

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By taking precautions, apple growers can prevent pests from destroying their harvest.

Prevent apple pest damage

BY JON HJELM UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION MASTER GARDENER

In Minnesota the apple maggot is a common pest that damages apples in two ways. First, the puncture that it creates when laying eggs causes the flesh to dimple. Second, the larva that hatch from eggs tunnel through the apple leaving brown trails.

The insect spends most of the year in the ground. They emerge in late June and early July as quarter-inch flies with black and white wing markings. It is common for the flies to emerge in large numbers following a rainfall of one-half inch or more.

The emergence of flies peaks in late July but can continue until early September. Once they emerge, flies visit trees feeding on moisture for about two weeks before laying eggs. Female flies move from tree to tree piercing the small apples as they lay individual eggs. The eggs hatch into small white maggots in about one week and tunnel through the growing apples for three to four weeks, causing many to drop prematurely. When apples fall to the ground, the maggots exit the fruits and tunnel into the soil to pupate and emerge the following summer.

Avoiding apple maggot damage involves preventing the flies from laying eggs on apples. This is accomplished through trapping, bagging or spraying with insecticide. All three methods should be started in early July.

Trapping involves placing sticky traps that resemble apples in the tree to lure flies away from the apples. When the fly lands on the trap it sticks to it and cannot infect apples. Five traps are recommended for each average-sized tree. One can purchase apple maggot traps and sticky glue from many garden suppliers. They can also be made with three-inch styrofoam balls, painted red or black and covered with the brush-on sticky material. It is important to remem-

ber trapping is an alternative to spraying and helps reduce the number of egg-laying flies.

Bagging has been shown to be very effective in preventing egg-laying but is more labor intensive. It involves placing small sandwich-size bags over developing apples and securing them with a staple. One can bag about 30 apples per hour and it works well for a grower with a few small trees. It is also recommended that one make a small cut on one corner of the bag to allow moisture to escape. There are special re-usable apple bags made with material that breathes and drawstring tops available from some suppliers.

Insecticide is the most effective method and involves spraying at ten to fourteen-day intervals from early July until mid to late August, depending upon the maturity of the apple variety and directions for the insecticide. Some growers use traps to detect flies and then begin spraying. Choose a fruit spray product that is specifically for apples and includes the apple maggot on the label and follow mixing and spraying directions carefully. Pay particular attention to the number of days between the final application and harvest. Three to four applications will take one through the peak of apple maggot season. Insecticides that are frequently available for apple maggot control include the following active ingredients: lambda-cyhalothrin, permethrin, pyrethrin or carbaryl. Be sure to follow directions on the label. It is the law. Be sure to wear protective water-proof clothing and head gear while spraying.

Break the pest’s life cycle by picking up fallen apples frequently and burying them or disposing of them so that the maggots do not exit in close proximity to apple trees.

More information on apple growing is available online at www.extension.umn.edu/garden/yard-garden/fruit/#apples.

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Pine County seeks ‘vision for the future’ in new comprehensive plan

BY HENRY FISCHER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine County officials, along with a public steering committee, are taking a crack at updating the county’s Comprehensive Plan, which is designed to provide a blueprint for orderly growth and development over the next 20 years.

Land Services Director Kelly Schroeder and Land Resources Manager Caleb Anderson reviewed a preliminary list of goals and recommendations with the Pine County Board, emanating from a series of meetings with the county’s Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee.

“A Comprehensive Plan is an expression of the community’s vision for the future and a strategic map to reach that vision,” Schroeder said. “It is used to guide future development of land to ensure a safe, pleasant and economic environment for residential, commercial, industrial and public activities.”

The committee has been meeting monthly, discussing key topic areas of agriculture, economic and community development, recreation, natural resources, education, transportation and infrastructure.

Here is a rundown on the draft preliminary goals and recommendations: AGRICULTURE The county would foster a diverse, productive and sustainable agricultural industry that includes crops, livestock, forestry, small to large farms, value-added producers, ag support services

‘Half our workforce leaves the county everyday to go to work elsewhere.’

Robert Musgrove Pine County Economic Development Coordinator and opportunities for new farmers.

A key consideration is to provide a balance between promoting agriculture yet prevent farms from being broken up to residential development. The county would adopt a countywide zoning ordinance that could restrict conversion of land to non-agricultural uses, develop incentives, encourage value-added ag businesses, support niche market farms like organic farms and farmers markets, support the completion of a soil survey, and try to hire an Ag Extension Educator.

ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The county would try to improve access to high speed broadband internet service, higher wage jobs, and affordable housing, and promote tourism and industrial manufacturing while reducing blight and working to improve the quality of life.

“Half our workforce leaves the county everyday to go to work elsewhere,” Pine County Economic Development Coordinator Robert Musgrove pointed out, encouraging ongoing efforts to help businesses expand or locate in Pine County,

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consider incentives the county could provide and seek out opportunities to create more housing options.

Board Chair Curt Rossow agreed that attracting high wage jobs is important, but in Pine County “any wage jobs, even low wage jobs” would help the local economy.

high school guidance counselors and workforce centers to develop career opportunities within the county.

Commissioners also are considering convening a countywide task force of educators and other stakeholders to talk about developing students for the 21st century workforce.

RECREATION From a recreation perspective, the county would develop and maintain trails for all users, create youth-oriented opportunities, maximize county-owned land, and help grow the leisure and hospitality industry. The proposed Oberstar Trail would be a good fit, along with countywide efforts to promote tourism and a recreation plan with a focus on physical activity.

Pine County also is home to a number of scenic lakes with good water quality, so it makes sense to consider water-oriented business development, as well.

TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE The county’s goal in this area is to improve public transportation and provide stable funding for roads and bridges. The county will continue to seek out opportunities to develop the Rushline Corridor, including a park and ride site; consider a feasibility study to attract businesses that would utilize the local short line rail line in Pine County; and explore the possibility of a medical transport van system similar to the veterans’ van that transports area vets to VA medical centers.

In a community survey, sustainable infrastructure ranked among the county’s highest planning priorities.

Additional public input on the draft plan will be solicited in late summer, Schroeder noted. To view the latest updates on the county’s proposed new Comprehensive Plan, visit www.co.pine. mn.us then click on the “Comprehensive Plan” link at the right side of the page.

After the county’s plan is approved, perhaps later this year or early next, local cities and townships may use the county’s plan as a model for developing or updating their own comprehensive plans, which can be more specific and restrictive.

NATURAL RESOURCES Here, the county would explore new opportunities to promote timber and mining development while practicing environmental stewardship to preserve natural resources and implement the county’s water plan.

EDUCATION Capitalizing on K-12 education, Pine Technical and Community College, and the Local 49 Training & Apprenticeship Center, the county would support lifelong learning and adult job training, including working more closely with

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Get involved in library survey East Central Regional Library is looking for public opinion on the hours that each of the system’s 14 branch libraries should be open.

In doing so, the public is encouraged to participate in the ECRL library hours survey, which is available at www.ecrlib.org and in print format at all branches. Results of the survey will be considered as ECRL determines the appropriate distribution of hours and staffing that provides the best customer service for each branch library in the regional library system and makes the best use of public funding. The survey concludes July 20.

For ECRL, with branch locations that are open a combined total of 543 hours per week, it has been many years since a review of hours and staffing was done.

Community profiles and habits have changed over time, as do the needs for staff support at the libraries.

Do the open hours of library that were established 10 or more years ago match what people need now? Recognizing that budget and staff resources are limited, what would be the most beneficial hours for each library to be open?

For more information, questions or any comments on this survey, send an email to ecregion@ecrlib.org or contact ECRL Director Barbara Misselt at 763-6890643.

Pine City basketball players learn from a pro Pine City basketball players in grades K-6 will have the opportunity to learn from a professional basketball player on July 19. Jordan Kappen, who played as a professional in Italy, will offer a one-day camp in the Pine City Elementary Gymnasium. The event is sponsored by the Pine City High School boys basketball program. Register online at jordankappenbasketball. com or register with Pine City basketball coach Kyle Allen at kallen2@isd578.org.

Stay cool when the heat is on Keeping homes cool and comfortable during Minnesota’s hot, humid summer months is a challenge.

Many daily activities produce heat and moisture inside homes. But a few simple changes in routines can reduce temperature and humidity levels, adding comfort while also saving on air conditioning costs: Use appliances at cooler times. Plan to use appliances such as ovens, clothes dryers and dishwashers in the evening, when it is cooler. These devices can give off a lot of heat when they operate, adding to the air conditioning load.

• Turn it off. Make sure that any unneeded devices or lighting, especially incandescent lights, are turned off or unplugged. Computers, TVs, gaming devices—anything that uses electricity—adds heat to your home.

• Properly ventilate. When bathing or taking a shower, use exhaust fans to quickly remove heat and moisture.

• Let in cooler air. If a home doesn’t have air conditioning, open a window in the evening on the lower level to draw cool air in and open a window at a higher level to allow heated air to escape. Never use a fan to blow air out of the house because dangerous backdrafting of a water heater might occur.

• Use the air conditioner wisely. For homes with central air conditioning systems and during the hottest and most humid summer days, it’s generally best to keep windows shut and use a programmable thermostat.

• Use fans while at home. Fans are one of the most economical ways to keep cool. But remember to turn off the fan when leaving the room. Fans create a wind chill effect that cools people, not rooms.

Minnesota Energy Tips is provided twice a month by the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources. Contact the division’s Energy Information Center at energy.info@state.mn.us or 800657-3710 with energy questions.

Enter quilting show, contest The Hands All Around Quilters of Braham is issuing a call for entries and will hold their 26th Annual Show of Small Quilts in conjunction with Braham’s Pie Day celebration on Aug. 5. Quilt show hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Braham City Hall Council Room.

There will be small quilts on display with cash prizes awarded. To enter a small quilt or wall hanging visit www.pieday.com and download the 2016 Reg Form under the Vendors tab, or email kjmccully@gmail.com.

The deadline for registration is July 29. Quilts must be received by July 29 unless other arrangements have been made. For further questions call 763-689-4989.

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Lunch worth waiting for at PTCC Community Picnic Pine Technical & Community College offered a free BBQ lunch and car show on June 22, and the fun included lawn games, a scavenger hunt and more.

Farm Service Agency nominations underway Kanabec/Pine County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Laurie Aaberg, announced that the nomination period for local FSA county committees is underway.

“County Committees are unique to FSA and allow producers to have a voice on federal farm program implementation at the local level,” said Aaberg.

To be eligible to serve on a FSA county committee, a person must participate or cooperate in an FSA administered program, be eligible to vote in a county committee election and reside in the local administrative area (LAA) where they are nominated.

This year, nominations and elections will be held in LAA 2 and LAA 5. LAA 2 includes Haybrook, Ford, Kroschel, Hillman, Peace, Pomroy, Ann Lake, Knife Lake and Whited townships in Kanabec County; LAA 5 which includes Hinckley, Barry, Arlone, Clover, Omega, Brook Park, Mission Creek, Munch, Crosby, Chengwatana, Pine City and City of Rock Creek townships in Pine County.

Farmers and livestock producers may nominate themselves or others. Organizations representing minorities and women also may nominate candidates. To become a candidate, an eligible individual must sign an FSA-669A nomination form. The form and other information about FSA county committee elections are available at www.fsa.usda.gov/elections. 2016 nomination forms must be postmarked or received in the Kanabec County FSA Office by close of business on Aug. 1.

Elected county committee members serve a threeyear term and are responsible for making decisions on FSA disaster, conservation, commodity and price support programs, as well as other important federal farm program issues. County committees consist of three to 11 members.

“It is important that county committees are comprised of members who fairly represent the diverse demographics of production agriculture for their community,” said Aaberg. “All producers, including women, minority and beginning farmers and ranchers are encouraged to participate in the nomination and election process.”

FSA will mail election ballots to eligible voters beginning Nov. 7, 2016. Ballots must be returned to the Kanabec/Pine County FSA office via mail or in person

by Dec. 5, 2016. Newly-elected committee members and alternates will take office on Jan. 1, 2017.

For more information about county committees, please contact the Kanabec/Pine County FSA office at 320-679-2080 or visit www.fsa.usda.gov/elections.

Arrests made in vehicle thefts On June 26, the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a vehicle stolen from Carlson Road in Silver Township. The vehicle was taken from the owner’s driveway during the night. At the same time there was an attempted ATV theft from a neighboring

residence.

Through the investigation, physical evidence was collected at the scene of the theft, and potential suspects were identified. The Carlton County Sheriff’s Office received information that the stolen truck was in the Sandstone area in Pine County. On June 29, with the cooperation of the Pine County Sheriff’s Office, the stolen vehicle was located occupied in Sandstone.

A Pine County deputy attempted to stop the stolen vehicle but the driver, David William Brown, led Deputies on a vehicle pursuit that ended in Burnett County, Wisconsin. Brown was arrested and transported to the Burnett County Wisconsin jail to face charges from the vehicle pursuit. A female passenger in the stolen vehicle was not charged in the incident. The stolen vehicle was returned to the victim.

The investigation into the theft case from Carlson Road remains ongoing pending lab results on the physical evidence collected.

Handle storm-damaged trees with caution

Cleanup following a storm can be an overwhelming task for homeowners. Knowing which trees to save and which to remove can impact safety and the survival of remaining trees, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

DNR forestry outreach specialist Jennifer Teegarden offers the following tips.

• Approach damaged trees with caution. Stay clear of downed wires and call 911.

• Carefully inspect standing trees for damage and deal with hazardous trees first. If possible, ask a forester or arborist for advice.

• Trees should be removed if more than 50 percent of the trunk or live branches in the crown are damaged, and if the tree is unnaturally leaning or roots are damaged.

• Watch for detached branches, loosely hanging branches and split or cracked trunks that can cause injury or further damage.

• Use proper pruning techniques to remove broken limbs by cutting just outside the branch collar, but limit pruning to making the tree safe. Too much pruning can weaken an already stressed tree.

• Monitor damaged trees in upcoming years to make sure they don’t become a hazard.

• Don’t be rushed by promises of bargains from inexperienced or unqualified tree service providers.

Improper pruning or unneeded removal can result in unnecessary costs or loss of healthy trees. Ask for references and proof of insurance.

• Don’t repair a broken branch or fork of a tree with tape, wire, bolts or other wraps. It will not heal, and the split will invite decay and weaken the tree. Cabling or bracing should only be performed by a certified arborist and inspected annually.

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‘Freedom’ gets a second chance thanks to a U.S. army veteran “Freedom” is a hatch year bald eagle (hatched earlier this year) and is probably a male (based on its weight). It became tangled in twine and ended up hanging from a branch upside down from its left leg for at least two days. An army veteran assisted in rescuing the bird and it was brought to the University of Minnesota’s The Raptor Center for care.

The bird was depressed and dehydrated and was a little thin. The twine was tangled around the bird’s left foot. The foot was very swollen and the left hip was very lax. Radiographs (X-rays) did not show any broken bones or dislocations.

Freedom is eating well and gaining weight. The bird is being treated for pain in addition to medications to improve the blood flow to the foot. The foot and lower leg are also being hot packed. The swelling in the foot has decreased by about 50 percent. The bird is now able to stand for extended periods but is, as yet, unable to step or walk.

The Raptor Center reports they are guardedly optimistic at this time. Constriction injuries such as these often take a long time to resolve. Those interested in helping to fund Freedom’s recovery can do so at: https://crowdfund.umn.edu/FreedomFund

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‘We got trouble, right here in River City!’

Professor Harold Hill (Jon Bigelow) leads the cast of Pine City’s Heritage Players’ summer musical “The Music Man” through a rousing musical number during a July 10 rehearsal at the Pine City Auditorium. Audiences can check out the play when it hits the stage later this summer from Thursday, Aug. 18 to Sunday, Aug. 21.

SINGING THE PRAISES Meet the people who work hard to make a difference in our community.

The Pine City Pioneer is looking for people who are making a difference in our community.

Nominate someone by August 19 by dropping off or mailing this form to: Pine City Pioneer 405 2nd Ave. SE, Pine City, MN, 55063 or email info to editor@pinecitymn.com Your Name & Contact Info: ____________________________________ ______________________________________________________ Nominee’s Name: __________________________________________ Nominee’s Contact Info: ______________________________________ How they are making a difference: _______________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ An additional sheet of paper may be used if needed.

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As Chief Student Affairs Officer Paula Hoffman welcomed the graduates, and their families and friends, she shared a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams,” and spoke of how the graduates are realizing their dreams and taking the next step on their journey.

Student Senate President echoed those sentiments, recognizing the motivation that led each graduate to this day, and urging them to think of graduation as a beginning, not as an end.

“Your college and the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees will never stop expecting great things from you,” remarked Trustee Thomas Renier.

Providing the commencement address, Rep. Jason Rarick told the graduates, “Minnesota continues to face a workforce shortage, and you are answering the call. The skills you have

learned at Pine Technical & Community College are cutting edge. You are contributing to the economic health of the state.”

President Joe Mulford, presiding over commencement for his first time as president of the college, conferred the graduates, reminding them to take pride in their accomplishments as the college takes pride in each and every graduate and the contributions they’ll make to the community.

Pine Technical & Community College, established in 1965 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, serves more than 1,900 students and awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees. PTCC is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, which is comprised of 31 state universities and community and technical colleges serving the higher education needs of Minnesota. The system serves more than 270,000 students per year in credit-based courses and an additional 150,000 students in noncredit courses. For more information about PTCC’s programs, including information regarding how to apply call 320-629-5100 or online at www.pine. edu.

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Pine City High School 2015-16 fourth quarter honor roll Principal’s List SEVENTH GRADE Adams, Lydia S. Ausmus, George E. Barnes, Taylor S. Brouwer, Tanner Cavallin, Allison M. Englund, Jacob R. Foster, Ellee E. Hasz, Ellie Huff, Graci Isackson-Rod, Livia Miller, Kaitlyn Moore, Tristen B. Muller, Desiree R. Quaderer, Alana M. Schultz, Ella Tayerle, Kensington Tyberg, Ellyse Vinaja, Ainsley J. EIGHTH GRADE Bergstrom, Dustin A. Bombard, Sarah J. Cunnien, Megan Eckert, Austin Erickson, Kelsey Faur, Ashley Gilbert, Sierra N. Graff, Andrew Guzik, Emily Havel, Alexis Helmin, Kianna L. Helseth, Isabelle Jusczak, Konnor L. Logan, Seth D. Long, Matthew A. Merrick, Jacob Nelson, Makenna P. Perlick, Brody Preston, Joel A. Schueller, Emily Tomczyk, Erin Webster, Nathaniel B. Wicktor, Tanner NINTH GRADE Aragonez, Isabelle A. Berube, Keyara L. Butenhoff, Makayla R. Cahill, Elizabeth Carpenter, Emily J. Chryst, Addisyn Elliot, Emily Frederickson, Larissa M. Gerner, Courtney A. Gregg, Genoa Hancock, Jenica Hansmann, Nicholas Hippen, Cole H. Husom, Hannah Johnson, Annabell R. Johnson, Chloe C. Juhl, Jade P. Lorsung, Hannah M. Miller, Lindsay Prihoda, Kaylee Reynolds, Crystal A. Sparling, Abbe Struss, Lydia Wicktor, Jolie TENTH GRADE Archambault, Adam M. Ballou, Kaitlyn J. Dieckmann, Nathan L. Graves, Max W. Guzik, Carina Johnson, Rachel Knutson, Kristina Langmade, Grace M. Overtoom, Emily G. Rademacher, Jacob Stumbaugh, Madisen L. Tomczyk, Jill Webster, Ashli A. ELEVENTH GRADE Bacon, Raylah G. Blake, Ryan Cahill, Natalie Lindblom, Jacob D. Lundquist, Elsie A. Miller, Anna Rydberg, Melinda R. TWELFTH GRADE Gurney, Madalyn R. Gusk, Allison P. LeBrun, Gracie Mosher, Nina C.

Swanson, Chelsea K. A Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Bombard, Brayden Carlsen, Kelsey R. Iverson, Shane K. Lorsung, Katelyn M. Magel, Julia Nutt, Cody J. Olson, Megan M. Schwietz, Caitlyn EIGHTH GRADE Depoppe, Trever Fabini, Luke A. Koffler, Daisy D. Nutt, Kaitlyn Pantlin, Scarlet R. Reynolds, Kelsey M. Vo, Kenny T. Waxberg, Duke Willhite, Emma NINTH GRADE Alleman, Chloe Knapp, Taylor J. Schmidt, Emma Tracy, Lauren A. Wagner, Katherine L. Waxberg, Alexandra I. Wimmer, Carla J. TENTH GRADE Foss, Marin R. Haug, Abbey Palmer, Riley D. Perlick, Kaley Peters, Nicole Reynolds, Johnathan M. Saumer, Kelly Steele, Beau Tallarico, Ava Thompson, Makayla J. ELEVENTH GRADE Pangerl, Breckan B. Tayerle, Mariah K. TWELFTH GRADE Adams, Noah H. Cornelius, Molly M. Jusczak, Kole T. Kelsay, Miranda L. Keyport, Kathryn M. Kraft, Sarah Skluzacek, Zachary L. B Honor Roll SEVENTH GRADE Benzinger, Emily A. Brinker, Jeremy Bulera, Tobias G. Carpenter, Jared M. Cavallin, Danielle Chesbrough, Steven M. Crawford, Adeline M. Cruz, Noelia Cummings, Brett Doenz, Amber Egdorf, Elizabeth M. Emmons, Charles R.

Evans, Liliana M. Evans, Mya E. Frederickson, Gage Fromm, Caleb Frye, Alyssa L. Gerold, Michael Gilbert, Skye L. Gross, Dustin Jr Hall, Wheeler Hancock, Anika M. Haug, Holly Hegge, Chloe Hendry, Lilly Hippen, Garrett R. Hull, Andrew Husom, Olivia Johnson, Carson A. Johnson, Ellaina Joyner, Christina Kelley, Jazmin Kidder, Kelsey J. Kisch, Kali L. Kuhn, Cara K. Kunze, Joshua Lindahl, Brianna Lindahl, Kylee Loucks, Mason Mancia, Aurelia R. Miklya, Ethan Odegard, Jasmine Palme, Brookelyn M. Price, Kyla R. Robinson, Isabella Runyan, William F. Sandell, Dakotah R. Schleret, Tayah Schmidt, Troy L. Sell, Parker Shore, Ashley Smetana, Peyton Somora, Autumn Struss, Lukas R. Stumne, Caleb Wilson, Zoe M. Wimmer, Emily Zabaske-Westveer, Lilyanna EIGHTH GRADE Becerra, Tatiana M. Blatz, Ethan A. Chesbrough, Dylan K. Christen, Sophia Christenson, Alexander Chromey, Allyson K. Clementson, Derek V. Dalen, Tucker L. David, Vincent J. Duchene, Megan Erickson, Jack Freeman, Sydney A. Fromm, Christian Graham, Ronni J. Hollan, Gabriel James, Emily E. Jansen, Mariah L. Johanson, Charlee J. Johnson, Jordan A. Johnson, Kiya L. Kaminski, Wyatt J. Kearns, Jaylun D. Kuhn, Caytlyn R. Langmade, Faith

Laven, Alexander J. Lind, Koleman Lindberg, Saria N. Lucht, Sully L. Madigan, Karissa R. Maiwurm, Colin Miller, George N. Miller, Jonathan P. Miller, Noah Milliman, Hailey C. Mitchell, Isabelle L. Montague, Kaleb M. Novak, Joseph S. Nutt, Amanda O’Neil, Lyric L. Pulley, Ali B. Raudabaugh, Trent M. Rike, Joshua G. Root, Megan Rothbauer, Hailey E. Sanders, Isabelle Simon, Kaitlyn Steele, Alaina Svor-Sigurdsen, Paige Thieman, Aaleaha M. Wagner, Kristian M. Welch, Therese Wersal, Brice West, Tryston Westbrook, Gabriel Westerman, Leah R. Wilson, Lily E. NINTH GRADE Adams, Jacob D. Alleman, Gabrielle Ausmus, Celia M. Aydt, Natalya E. Back, Meira M. Bulera, Layla R. Cady, Caleb Collins, Rogan A. Crider, Emily Currie, Nicole E. Doenz, Joshua Drevecky, Morgan Gerold, Brianna Hollan, Sadie Huff, Emily E. Irlbeck, Karlyn G. Isackson-Rod, Nevaeh Johnson, Logan W. Kieffer, Amber L. Lyons, Danielle L. Mancia, Mateo C. Matzke, Shelbi L. McLain, Lexis Miklya, Quentin Moser, Anna M. Ochowicz, Jocelyn E. Olsen, Blaise Pulley, Bailey M. Rank, Anthony - Tj D. Rehn, Lily Roberts, Devin E. Ryan, Thomas J. Sanders, Liam S. Somora, Cody J. Spychalla, Haven M. Stolp, Justin Stransky, Megan Thieman, Alexis M. Vinaja, Logan M. Williams, Shalarese D. Wimmer, Alex Wylie, Breanna F. TENTH GRADE Anderson, Grace L. Barker, Jared A. Becerra, Brianna J. Berg, Maisie M. Bergstrom, Jonah Brown, Alison Carl, Hunter J. Chryst, Sam Davis, Brandi H. Fisher, Thomas Gibson, Kathleen Gonyea, Isaiah Gosen, Alexandria R. Jackson, Kailey Johnson, Janae Johnson, Shania Kleppe, Nathan Koffler, Logan C. Kotek, Jared Kubesh, Samantha LeBrun, Luke A. Lindahl, Robert Logan, Clay J.

May, Mikayla L. Michaud, Timber L. Murphy, Luke D. Nelson, Jade T. Ouverson, Kyle Pankonin, Alexis R. Pulley, Dayne M. Rockstroh, Summer R. Root, Joseph Scherer, Christina M. Sommer, Lauren Steele, Remington Toman, Josephine A. Weber, Jacob Wiener, Madeleine ELEVENTH GRADE Ascheman, Joseph T. Broz, Emily Campbell, Taylor L. Carr, Samantha M. Crawford, Jacqueline M. Darlow, Taylor M. Dilts, Gavin M. Dunbar, Ariel N. Freeman, Alicia J. Furber, Caitlyn Gerold, Gracen A. Graff, Maria M. Hancock, Harlee H. Hansmann, Austin W. Isaksen, Rasmus Keeney, Korin J. Kline, Taylor L. Kuzel, Emmyrae E. Maas, Adelle R. Martin, Maddie L. Miller, Kyle C. Moser, Joshua N. Olson, Alyssa D. Petschke, Natasha M. Pulkrabek, Aaron J. Pulley, Carmello R. Rarick, Raven J. Rasinski, Skylar C. Reinoehl, Jasper A. Rike, Katherine M. Showalter, Daniel Skluzacek, Emilie M. Stolp, Nicolas M. Torgerson, Trad T. Westbrook, Brendan F. Whaley, Kimberly J. Willert, Samantha M. TWELFTH GRADE Bartheidel, Taylor K. Berens, Weston S. Berube, Brandt K. Brown, Ashley L. Carlson, Rory D. Clementson, Andrew B. Currier, Jewel E. Etter, Chelsea Gilman, Emily C. Haskovec, Anthony R. Hippen, Hailey A. Keeney, Kiley D. Klande, Kara M. Klocke, Kelsey N. Kloeckl, McKenzie M. Larson, Marie E. Larson, Savannah L. Letourneau, Krista R. Linnell, Ryan E. Luck-Peehl, Danielle M. Mallet, Hannah J. Matzke, Bailey M. Miller, Shanelle R. Nilsson, Gunnar M. Peters, Kyle A. Podvin, Dakota S. Rogers, Victor A. Severson, Rosalie A. Stahl, Tayler A. Steele, Luke Vaudrin, Jada J. Vo, Sara T. Westerman, Jordan A.

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STORMS: Flooding expected as Snake River rises FROM PAGE 1

from Monday night’s storm as the Pioneer went to press.

Just after midnight on Tuesday, Interstate 35 was shut down between Hinckley and Sandstone, and remained closed for nearly an hour.

Many other roads were flooded or washed out.

The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reported roads affected in Sturgeon Lake, Bruno, Willow River, Finlayson and Sandstone, and a number of county and township roads. Some of these roads were still closed in northern Pine County due to high waters on Tuesday night, causing headaches for medical first responders attempting to respond to emergency calls.

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for properties along the Kettle River. The river was expected to rise to around 18 feet Wednesday night into Thursday, similar to the record levels of June 2012.

The Snake River in Pine City is expected to crest on Saturday night and Sunday morning at nine feet.

HISTORIC COMPARISONS The historic high-water mark for the Snake River took place on July 27, 1972, when the river rose to 10.38 feet and lapped at the bottom of the Highway 61 bridge. Waters covered local roads by as much

as three feet in some spots, and some homeowners were forced to sandbag to protect their property.

The Snake River hit 9.23 feet on April 27, 2001. At that time, flood waters in the county caused an estimated $1.1 million in damage, and three bridges in Pine County were destroyed – and Pine County was listed as a federal disaster area.

Another recent high-water mark was on April 9, 1997, when the water level was measured at 8.89 feet. The waters of the Snake River filled Voyageur Park and surrounded a number of area cabins. Several county roads adjacent to the Snake River had to be closed due to flooding.

SAFETY AND RECOVERY If a flood occurs, the Pine County Sheriff’s Office urges drivers to turn around rather than continue through a flooded area. Most flood deaths are from automobile and truck drivers and passengers.

State Senator Tony Lourey issued a statement urging residents affected by this storm to contact the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Consumer Services Center, who are available to help consumers understand their rights, work with their insurer to settle a claim, and help Minnesotans make informed insurance decisions after a flood or storm damages their home, auto, or property. The CSC can be reached by phone at 800-657-3602 or by email at consumer.protection@state.mn.us

BRIDGE: Pokegama Lake bridge to be replaced FROM PAGE 1

will be 40 feet wide – wide enough to allow two boats to pass each other under the bridge.

LeBrun said Icon’s bid came in five percent lower than the engineer’s estimate.

In other action, the Pine County Board: NOTED that the latest preliminary plans for the proposed Northern Lights Express high speed passenger rail call for closing only five of the 169 railroad crossings along the route between Minneapolis and Duluth.

SCHEDULED a Committee of the Whole meeting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 26 at the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe’s community center at Lake Lena to review a proposed new memorandum of understanding between Pine County and the Band governing law

enforcement and health and human services. Commissioners also will take a first look at 2017 budget planning.

ACCEPTED more donations for the K-9 program, including Patricia Kraetzner ($292.86 on behalf of donation jars placed at county businesses), the Minnesota Sheriffs Association ($100 sent to them by a donor), and WePay/GoFundMe ($114.53 representing online contributions) and J.M. Hanson ($50), APPROVED offering two tax-forfeited parcels in the Fawn Meadows development to the City of Pine City for green space city park and economic development purposes.

APPROVED a resolution supporting Camp Heartland’s plan to refinance existing bonds approved by the county 15 years ago and add additional debt for improvements at a total cost not to exceed $700,000.

LETTERS: Local writers offer opinions on issues FROM PAGE 5

energy and gas. It utilizes both wind and solar energy. We could also try to calculate how many miles it takes to get the food on our plates and how we could reduce our mileage. I thought this country produced food. Those who partake in the agriculture lifestyle have chickens, potatoes, green beans, and save large amounts of trips to the local grocer by regularly canning their produce. I remember when every household in the neighborhood enjoyed a big fall harvest. Wouldn’t it be great to see all the rural towns host big farmers markets on a regular basis?

Other ways communities could cut back on carbon emissions would be for towns to make public transportation more readily available and affordable to residents traveling longer distances. Coworkers could start carpooling to work. The spring, summer, and fall seasons are perfect for bike riding and walking to nearby destinations. The more we are in charge and receive the financial benefits for our efforts, the more dedicated we will be to helping the environment. As historian Howard Zinn said, “We don’t have to engage in grand, heroic actions to participate in the process of change. Small acts, when multiplied, by millions of people, can transform the world.”

Brent William Henry Finlayson

Guns should have regulations

To the Editor: Mr. Rike, I agree with you. I have to wonder what else was attached to that bill. I would think something like that on it’s own would get 100 percent of the votes from both parties. I do see a problem with the bill in that it does not go far enough and like most bills our civic leaders come up with they don’t check with the actual people dealing with the problem. Actually, very few guns used in mass shootings are bought from gun shops most of them are bought on the black market. Yes, some of the nut cases in school shootings are bought at gun shops. I don’t believe anyone coming into our country who is not a citizen should be allowed to buy any firearms.

Dick Birrenbach Pine City

What to know when making storm damage claims MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

In the aftermath of this week’s tornadoes and severe storms, Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman urges Minnesotans who experienced damage to their homes, businesses or vehicles to contact their insurance companies to start the claims process.

“Insurance is meant to be there at times like this when people are most vulnerable,” said Rothman, who serves as the state’s insurance regulator. “Minnesotans who suffered property damage from recent storms should contact their insurer as soon as possible. The Minnesota Commerce Department is here to help people understand the claims process and provide assistance if they have problems with their insurance.”

The Commerce Department website features a Disaster Information Center with guidance about how to plan ahead and what to do after a disaster strikes.

Rothman offers the following tips for Minnesotans affected by the storms: Notify your insurance company or agent as soon as you can to start the claims process. If possible, have your policy information available when you call. If you cannot locate your insurance company information, the Minnesota Commerce Department may be able to help you with a contact number.

Make temporary inexpensive repairs to prevent further damage. For example, board up broken windows or throw a tarp over a leaky roof. Keep receipts for

materials you buy, so you can be reimbursed. Do not make permanent repairs until your insurance company has inspected the damage.

Record the damage. Take photos or video if possible. Make a detailed list of all personal property destroyed, damaged or lost. You will want to share the list with the insurance adjuster. Do not throw out any damaged items until the adjuster has inspected them.

If you need to relocate because of damage to your home, keep receipts for your temporary living expenses. Ask your insurance agent or company if your policy covers living expenses until repairs are made. Many homeowners policies provide for temporary lodging and meal expenses up to a certain percentage of the home’s insured value.

Work with the insurance company adjuster. Your insurance company will send an adjuster to inspect the damage to your home and personal property.

(Make sure your house number is visible or provide directions.) The insurer pays the adjuster, so you should not be asked for any payment.

The adjuster will provide you with a proof-of-loss form. Use this form to file a claim with your insurance company as soon as possible. You will receive your claim payment after you and the insurer agree on the amount of the damages.

You may be contacted by a public adjuster. For a fee, a public adjuster may offer to represent you in claim negotiations with your insurer. You are not

required to hire a public adjuster to file a claim. Verify that the public adjuster is licensed with the Commerce Department, and ask for references and qualifications.

Keep records. Maintain copies of all correspondence, photos, documentation, and bills submitted to the adjuster and the insurance company. Keep good notes of your phone calls with your insurance company and the adjuster.

You have the right to choose which contractor will repair your home. Once your insurance claim is processed, get estimates from local contractors known to you or recommended by someone you trust. Avoid “storm chaser” contractors from out of town who go door to door.

Ask contractors for references and proof of workers compensation insurance.

Check their license status and any disciplinary actions at the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry website.

Insist on detailed, written estimates for repairs. Avoid high-pressure sales tactics. Some scammers will try to trick you into signing a contract by saying it is an estimate. Your signature is not required to receive an estimate.

Prepare a written contract agreement with anyone you hire. It should specify the work to be done, the materials to be used and the price breakdown for both labor and materials. Do not pay the whole repair bill in advance. Pay in full only when the work is completed according to your agreement.

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erally cover removal of a fallen tree only if it caused damage to your house or other insured structure. There may also be a coverage limit for the cost of removal.

Storm damage to your vehicle may be covered by your auto insurance. Whether your vehicle was damaged by hail, a fallen tree or flooding, your loss may be covered as long as you selected “Comprehensive” or “Other than Collision” in your auto policy. Check your “Minnesota Insurance Identification Card” or call your agent or insurance company.

Most homeowners insurance policies do not cover flood damage. If you bought flood coverage from the National Flood Insurance Program, contact the agent or insurance company that sold you the policy. Water damage to your home from wind, hail and rain may be covered by your homeowners policy, so check with your agent.

Contact the Minnesota Commerce Department if you have a problem with your insurance company or agent. If you have a complaint or cannot resolve your insurance claim, contact the Commerce Department for assistance.

CONTACT COMMERCE If you have a question or concern about your insurance, contact the Commerce Department’s Consumer Services Center by email at consumer.protection@ state.mn.us or by phone at 651-539-1600 or 800-657-3602 (Greater Minnesota).

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ENGAGEMENT

OPEN HOUSE

PINE CITY PIONEER

BIRTHS

Clarke 80th birthday Carolyn Tuckner and Jean Syverson invite friends and family of Helen Clarke to celebrate her 80th birthday at an open house on Saturday, July 23, 1-3 p.m., at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 825 Golf Ave., Pine City. No gifts please; your presence is your present.

COLLEGE

Rasmussen Callie Jade Rasmussen was born on June 7, 2016 at FirstLight Health System. She weighed eight pounds, seven ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Alysha Enrriquez and Nick Rasmussen of Brook Park. Callie is welcomed by grandparents Chris and Dean Rasmussen of Braham and Francisco and Kandi Enrriquez of Mora.

Brown Wyatt Robert Brown was born on June 16, 2016 at FirstLight Health System. He weighed nine pounds, five ounces and was 22-1/4 inches long. His parents are Donald and Amanda Brown of Beroun. Wyatt is welcomed by grandparents Rick and Sue Skalicky of Brook Park, Janice Wakefield of Woodbury, Donny and Bonnie Brown of Bloomington.

Thomsen

Dean’s list

PHOTO PROVIDED

Lartch - Borich Todd and Sue Lartch and Tom and Teri Borich, all of Pine City, are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their children, Tia Lartch and Frank Borich, on Oct. 15 in Lake Elmo. Tia graduated from St. Cloud State University in 2011, receiving her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. She is currently a child protection social worker for Anoka County. Frank graduated from the University of Minnesota - Duluth in 2012, receiving his degree in Civil Engineering. He is currently working as a professional engineer in the Twin Cities. The couple resides in Hugo.

The academic high honor and honor lists (dean’s lists) for the past spring semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato have been announced.

The following local students earned a 3.5 to 3.99 average to qualify for the honor list or high honor list by achieving a 4.0 straight “A” average: Braham residents Rachel Carlson, high honors, and Samantha Patterson, honors; Grasston resident Joseph Wolf, honor list; Sandstone resident Kelly Diggan, honor list.

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Grace LeeAnn Thomsen was born on June 23, 2016 at FirstLight Health System. She weighed eight pounds, nine ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Her parents are Whitney Stanley and Michael Thomsen of Isle. Grace is welcomed home by siblings Emma, 8, Maya, 5, and Evan, 2-1/2. Her grandparents are Sandra and Jerry Thomsen of Brook Park, Michelle Thomsen of Zimmerman, Lisa and John Murphy of Inver Grove Heights, Mike and Chelli McKee of Eagan and Ann Kann of Pennsylvania.

PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER July 4 - 10 Theft, burglary, vandalism July 4, 8:16 a.m., report of burglary, Voyageur Ln, Pine City Twp West.

July 5, 1:07 p.m., report of theft, 6th Ave., Pine City south.

July 7, 10:17 a.m., report of theft, 6th Ave., Pine City south.

July 7, 4:23 p.m., report of fraud, State Hwy 70, Rock Creek West.

July 7, 9:21 p.m., report of property damage w/animal, Brook Park Rd./Pole Rd, Pokegama Twp. West.

July 9, 2:56 p.m., report of burglary, Sherwood St., Brook Park Twp. Miscellaneous July 4, 8:25 p.m., report of animal disturbance, 7th St., Pine City south.

July 4, 10:10 p.m. report of fireworks, Amber Ln., Pokegama Twp. West.

July 5, 10:44 a.m., report of assault, Airwaves Rd., Pokegama Twp. East.

July 5, 10:40 p.m., report of neighbor trouble, Homestead Rd., Pokegama Twp East.

July 6, 7:25 p.m., report of suspicious activity, State Hwy 70, Royalton Twp. July 6, 9:57 p.m., report of disturbance, Pokegama Ave., Henriette.

July 7, 7:06 p.m., report of animal disturbance, Fairway Rd., Pine City Twp. West.

July 8, 3:45 a.m., report of suspicious activity, Beroun Crossing Rd., Pokegama Twp. East.

July 8, 4:34 p.m., report of assault, 13th St., Pine City

south.

July 8, 5:43 p.m., report of crank 911 calls, Hillside Ave., Pine City south.

July 9, 9:19 a.m., report of driveoffs, 13th St., Pine City south.

July 9, 9:31 a.m., report of crank 911 calls, Knob Rd., Pokegama Twp. West.

July 9, 5:43 p.m., report of disturbance, Maple Shores Dr., Royalton Twp. July 10, 11:29 a.m., report of harrassment, Nature Ave., Rock Creek East.

July 10, 1:11 p.m., report of animal bite, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pokegama Twp. West.

July 10, 9:20 p.m., report of animal disturbance, 5th Ave./3rd St., Pine City north.

Fires and accidents July 4, 1:06 a.m.., report of personal injury, State Hwy 70/Sherwood St., Royalton Township.

July 5, 6:37 p.m., report of property damage/hit/run, I-35, Pokegama Twp East July 6, 1:20 p.m., report of personal injury, State Hwy 70, Rock Creek West.

July 9, 8:41 p.m., report of smoke odor/area, I-35, Pokegama Twp. East.

Jail roster July 4, Franklin Joseph Brewster, warrant, remand-hold, aslt-terrorist threats reckless dis...

July 4, Rhonda Jane Diver, warrant, remand-hold, trafDUI-1 deg-refusal to submit to...

July 4, Jolisa Marie Goodman,

awaiting trial/court, under sentence, trespassing- business.

July 4, Dylan James Michael Kitley, warrant, under sentence, thefttake/use/ transfer movable pro...; remand-hold, veh- theft- operate w/o owner consent.

July 4, Travis Michael Perez, hold for other agency, assault- 3rd degree- substantial bodily harm. Released July 6.

July 4, Joshua Michael Shields, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI3rd degree, driving after revocation, insurance- uninsured vehicle... Released July 6.

July 4, Abigail Rene Pfeifer-Koksma, Pine County warrant, under sentence, thefttake/use/transfer movable p... Released July 5.

July 4, Suzanne Leigh Story, Pine County warrant, remand-bail, traffic- DUI- 4th degree .08 or more in... Released July 5.

July 4, Jason Allan Sostak, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, assault- domestic assaultmisd. Released July 6.

July 4, Richard Twite, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, probable cause, stalking- repeatedly make teleph... Released July 6.

July 5, Eunice Sherrell Brooks, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- insurance- no proof, driving after suspension. Released July 7.

July 5, George Michael Medley, Pine County warrant, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule...

Released July 7.

July 5, Dakota Michael Tet-

zlaff, under sentence, drugs4th degree- sell- schedule 1,2,3 bu...

July 6, Todd Vernon Wills, warrant, probation/parole violation, remand-RPR, domestic abuse- violate order for... Released July 7.

July 6, Marissa Rose Farber, hold for other agency, damage to property- 4th degreeintentio...

July 6, Courtney Marie Pirila, warrant, remand-bail, check forgery- offer/possess w/inten...; drugs-5th degree- possess schedule 1...

July 6, Shannon Wynne Thomas, under sentence, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

July 6, Kurt Boyd Westling II, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, domestic abuse- violate order for pr...

July 6, Eugene Arthur Garrett, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, remand-bail, thefttake/drive motor vehicle- no...

Released July 10.

July 6, Samuel John Miller, under sentence, disturb- disorderly conduct. Released July 10.

July 6, Jaquann Devon Williams, hold for other agency, stolen property- receive- other property- $2...; drugs- 5th degree- poss/procure/control... Released July 6.

July 7, Cole Michael Hudson, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation, veh- theft- $1001 or greater-F. Released July 8.

July 7, Cecil Harding Denney, awaiting trial/court, remand-bail, solicit child or believe to be a ch...

July 7, Erle Jordan Norton, warrant, Pine County writ, assault- 1st degree- great bodily harm- nonfam...

July 7, Cody Harrison Podlewski, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, burglary- 2nd degree- res- force- night; theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no...

July 7, Jonathan Henry Rojas, awaiting trial/court, hold for other agency, burglary- 1st degree- dwelling- occupied; probable cause, traffic- driving after revocation; domestic abuse- violate order for...

July 8, Sanden Ray Bicott, hold for other agency, assault- 3rd degree- substantial bodily harm.

July 8, Nicholas Aaron Knudson, under sentence, burglary- 4thd degree- no resforced- unknown.

July 8, Kenneth David Lee, Pine County warrant, drugs2nd degree- sell- ampet to minor, amphet school zone.

July 8, Christie Jo Ruff, under sentence, wrongfully obtaining assistance- the...

July 8, Brandon Robert Larsen, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- driver’s license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released July 8.

July 8, Gary Melvin Mathson, Pine County warrant, thefttake/use/transfer movable p... Released July 8.

July 8, Nickena Marie Peet, book and release, summons, thefttake/use/transfer movable p... Released July 8.

July 8, Candace Joy Shaugobay, book and release, summons, traffic- DUI of alcohol, open bottle- possess, DUI-

2nd degree- refusal to submit... Released July 8.

July 9, Aarin Curtis Wedin, hold for other agency, trafficDUI- 3rd degree.

July 10, Louis Frank Belisle, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, stolen property-possveh- unk amt.

July 10, Shannon Marie Bellanger, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, fleeing police officer; Pine County warrant, govt- false name to police officer-G... traffic- open bottlepossess.

July 10, Leroy Buster Bowen-Omaha, hold for other agency, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree.

July 10, James Wesley Conn, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, driver’s license- driving without a v...traffic- DUI- 2nd degree driving w... insuranceno proof, DUI- 2nd degree- refusal to submit to...

July 10, Gary Ronald Roberts, Pine County warrant, disturbdisorderly conduct.

July 10, Wah-bin-mi-gi-si Pe Robertson, awaiting trial/ court, probable cause, assault- domestic assaultmisd.; drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1...

July 10, David Scott Carman, awaiting trial/court, probable cause, traffic- DUI- 3rd degree- driving. Released July 10.

There have been 1,078 admissions to the Pine County Jail in 2016.

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OBITUARIES

PINE CITY PIONEER

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Walfred H. Matson

of Hinckley; three daughters: Pamela Matson of Oakdale, Lynnae Amezcua of Linwood, Yvonne (Armando) Beltran of Sandstone; and daughter-in-law Jean Matson of Pine City. He was a grandpa to 40 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and had numerous nieces and nephews, loving friends and neighbors.

Wally was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Jennie Matson; three brothers: Kenneth, James and Richard Matson; foster brother, Melvin Jauhola; daughter, Yvonne Beltran and her husband Adelfo Rameriz; one son, Rick Matson; and his wife of 51 years, Mildred Matson.

Funeral service was at Evangelical Free Church on Tuesday, July 12, 2016, in Sandstone. Burial is at the Finnish Lutheran Cemetery in Finlayson.

Arrangements by Methven Funeral Home of Sandstone.

Walfred Henry Matson d died July 7, 2016, at the a of 86 at his home. Walage l was born to Henry and ly J Jennie Matson on March 2 1930 in Finlayson. He 21, m married Mildred (Millie) A Amberg of New York Mills, M Minnesota on Aug. 16, 1953.

T They made their home in F Finlayson until 1962 when they moved to rural Hinckley and continued to raise their nine children.

Wally graduated from Finlayson High School in 1948. He then served our country by spending three years of active duty during the Korean War in the U.S. Army, 2ND Infantry, 72nd Tank Battalion. Upon returning home from overseas, Wally kept an active dairy farm while working as a counselor at Moose Lake State Hospital then later at the federal prison in Sandstone until he retired in 1980. He then worked six years for the Pine County Dairy Herd Improvement Association where he spent numerous enjoyable hours on dairy farms across the county. He then accepted a position in 1986 working as a counselor for Community Involvement Programs, where he announced his final retirement this January at the young age of 85 years old.

Wally was a lifelong member of the Apostolic Lutheran Church, where he recently left his last service in a wheelchair while the congregation sang an extra song for him; a heart-wrenching moment of “Amazing Grace.” Wally displayed a strong love for his family and Christian faith.

He enjoyed small engine repair, wood working projects and spending time with his family. He had a love for tractors, deer hunting, Finnish saunas and intelligent conversation.

Wally was a father to six sons: Kenneth (Linda) Matson of Hinckley, Wayne (Louise) Matson of Twin Falls, Idaho, Rick (Charline) Matson of Abilene, Texas, Michael (Karla) Matson of LaCenter, WA; Thomas (Marie) Matson of Hinckley, Matthew (Kari) Matson

Theresa Martini Theresa Martini passed a away Saturday morning, J July 9, 2016 at her home in P Pine City at the age of 86.

Theresa enjoyed all of t the people in her life, rem membering everyone with c cards throughout the year.

H knowledge of importHer a ant dates was amazing!

S She was active in her church and always reminded us of our need to be in church. She enjoyed taking trips, watching sports and gaming with her family and friends. Her most enjoyable times were family functions and attending family activities and events.

Theresa’s love had no bounds; she loved many and welcomed all into her heart.

Theresa is survived by her children: Cordia (Dean) Swenson, Karen (Gerald) Moris, Steve Martini, Mary (Ronald) Martinson, Barbara (Rodney) Bell, Judith (Aaron) Thompson, Diane (Michael) Jankowski, Thomas (Kim) Martini; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters: Theola Fors, Alice Fran-

sen, Jeanne Aeschliman, Lucille Harder, Shirley Lewis; brother Glenn Gaulke; many other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband Lawrence; parents Walter and Cordia Gaulke; daughter-in-law Debbie Martini; grandson Michael Moris; and granddaughters-in-law Jacqueline Curry and Sue Merriman.

Reverend Glen Kleppe officiated funeral services for Theresa on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Pine City. Interment took place at Birchwood Cemetery, Pine City.

Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Theresa Martini are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service – Swanson Chapel, Pine City; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

Fred G. Engler Fred Engler of Rush C passed away very unCity e expectedly at his home on T Thursday, June 30, 2016 at t age of 90. the Fred Gerald Engler was b born July 25, 1925 to Fred H and Ella (Nordrum) H. E Engler in Minneapolis.

H grew up on a farm east He o Pine City, only a mile or of t two from where the Snake R River runs into the St. Croix River. After high school, Fred worked for the Ford Garage in Pine City until he was drafted in 1945 where he served as a mechanic in the Army motor pool while stationed in Japan during the U.S. Occupation. Upon returning home, Fred resumed his duties at the Ford Garage.

Fred met Inez Christenson at a dance at the Pine Camp Ballroom. They were married Nov. 10, 1950.

After Fred and Inez were married, he opened his own repair shop in Rock Creek. The building was in such disrepair Fred had to shovel snowdrifts out of SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 18

WORSHIP GUIDE www.grasstonbaptist.org info@grasstonbaptisit.org 320.396.2645 Worship Service 9:30am Sunday School 10:45am

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

Contact: Greg Douvier 320-420-1302

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

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

Henriette Community Church

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

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

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

Grasston Baptist Church 402 N. Oak St. Grasston, MN 55030

(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.

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

Hustletown Community Church

Living Water Fellowship

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

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

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

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

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

Open Arms Church of God

South Pine Baptist Church formerly Trinity Baptist Fellowship

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

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

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

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

Children’s ministry

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985, www.orlcpc.com Worship Schedule VBS: Aug. 8-12, 9-11:30 a.m.

Coffee time at 10 a.m.

Sunday School Pre-6th grade at 9:30 a.m.

Thursday Service: 5:30 p.m.

Pine City Evangelical Free Church

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

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

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

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m.

Call for location www.southpinebaptist.com

Trinity Episcopal Church 305 First St. NE, Box 204 Hinckley, MN 55037 320-245-0537 All Sunday services at 10:00 a.m.

No services on any 5th Sunday

Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m.

Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683

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

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

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www.pinecitymn.com NOTICE FOR FILING FOR THE MAYOR OR COUNCIL POSITION FOR THE 2016 ELECTION: Notice is hereby given that the City of Brook Park will accept filings for candidacy for the General City Election in November. Filing will begin August 2, 2016 to August 16, 2016.

Filing closing at 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 16, 2016. The affidavit of candidacy will be accepted at the Brook Park City Hall. A filing fee of $3.00 and you must file in person.

Openings exist for the following positions: MAYOR -2 YEAR TERM TWO (2) COUNCIL MEMBERS4 YEAR TERM City of Brook Park Becky Conyers City Clerk/ Treasurer Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 7 and 14, 2016 NOTICE OF FILING CITY OF HENRIETTE 2 Councilpersons-- for 4 year term 1 Mayor-- 2 years of 4 year term File with City Clerk at City Hall August 2 thru August 16, 2016 at 5PM Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF ROCK CREEK Notice is hereby given that the Rock Creek City Council has set the following date for their August meeting: Monday August 1, 2016 at 7PM Sandra Pangerl City Clerk Administrator City of Rock Creek Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 NOTICE OF FILING NOTICE as to filing of affidavits of candidacy for offices in the City of Rock Creek.

NOTICE is hereby given that the affidavits of candidacy for the following officers for the terms as set forth thereafter may be filed with the undersigned Clerk of said City.

Filing opens August 2, 2016 and closes at 5 p.m. on August 16, 2016.

The filing fee for each office of candidacy is $2.00.

2 - Councilmember: 4 year term 1 - Mayor: 2 year term Sandra Pangerl City Clerk Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Rock Creek City Council will be holding a special meeting on Monday the 18th day of July 2016 at 6PM. The purpose is to examine the cartway road proposed to be established as requested in a petition from William R. Brown and Sandra K. Brown to provide access to property containing at least five acres.

Skip Stevens Mayor City of Rock Creek Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 NOTICE OF FILING FOR PINE CITY TOWNSHIP OFFICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to qualified voters of Pine City Township, Pine County, State of Minnesota, that filing for town office will be held for a two week period beginning Tuesday, August 2 and closing Tuesday, August 16th at 5:00 p.m.

Affidavits of Candidacy shall be filed with the Town Clerk at: Pine City Town Hall, 21977 St. Croix Rd., Pine City, during business hours which are Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Applicants wishing to file for office outside of office hours

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016

PINE CITY PIONEER may set an appointment by calling (320) 629-7759 during regular business hours.

Filing fee: $2.00 Office to be filled at the Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 General Election: Supervisor Seat C: 4 year term Supervisor Seat D: 4 year term Supervisor Seat E: 4 year term Treasurer: 2 year term Pine City Township Clerk, Tammy Carlson Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 7 and 14, 2016 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PINE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Hall Council Chambers 315 Main Street S. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, the 26th Day of July, at approximately 6:30 p.m., to amend Fawn Meadows original residential planned unit development by amending the existing PUD District Boundaries to exclude Outlot A thereby reverting the property back to A-O (Agricultural/ Open Space District) and then rezone Outlot A to a TI-1 (Limited Technology-Industrial) District.

The property involved (Outlot A) is located in the Fawn Meadows Development and is Tax PIN 42.6104.100.

A complete legal description is available upon request.

All interested persons are encouraged to attend and be heard on this matter.

Kenneth J Cammilleri City Administrator/Interim Community Development Director/ Planner Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 NOTICE OF FILING DATES FOR ELECTION TO THE SCHOOL BOARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 0578 PINE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the period for filing affidavits of candidacy for the office of school board member of Independent School District No. 578 shall begin on August 2, 2016, and shall close at 5:00 p.m. on August 16, 2016.

The general election shall be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. At that election, 4 members will be elected to the School Board for terms of four (4) years each.

Affidavits of Candidacy are available in the District Office, 1400 Main Street South, Pine City, Minnesota.

The filing fee for this office is $2.

A candidate for this office must be an eligible voter, must be 21 years of age or more on assuming office, must have been a resident of the school district from which the candidate seeks election for thirty (30) days before the general election, and must have no other affidavit on file for any other office at the same primary or next ensuing general election.

The affidavits of candidacy must be filed in the office of the school district clerk and the filing fee paid prior to 5:00 p.m. on August 16, 2016.

Dated: July 14, 2016

BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD Wally Connaker School District Clerk Independent School District No. 0578 (Pine City) State of Minnesota Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14 and 21, 2016 Notice Request for the Public Review and Comment on Proposal for Program Development & Coordination Funding and Title III Cost Sharing

Notice of Offices to be filled at the next City general election for which candidates file with the City of Pine City The following City of Pine City offices will be voted on at the state general election on November 8, 2016.

Office Term Election Type Filing Fee Mayor 2 years General $2.00 City Council 4 years General $2.00 City Council 4 years General $2.00 Candidates must file between 8:00 am on August 2, 2016 to 5:00 pm on August 16, 2016 in person or by mail with the: City Administrator City of Pine City 315 Main Street S, Suite 100 Pine City, MN 55063 Candidates who will be absent from the state during the filing period may arrange to file prior to departure.

The City Council candidates in the general election that receive the highest number and second highest number of votes among all of the candidates will serve for the four year terms.

The Mayor candidate who receives the highest number of votes will serve a two-year term.

Kenneth J. Cammilleri City Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016

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In accordance with Federal Regulation (45 CFR 1321.17 (F) 14), the Central MN Council on Aging (CMCOA) is allowed to submit a proposal to the Minnesota Board on Aging (MBA) to transfer Title III-B (Supportive Service) funds to the Area Plan Administration for Program Development and Coordination Activities that will have a direct and positive impact on the enhancement of services for older persons in the Central region of Minnesota. The CMCOA is required to make the details of such proposals available to the general public for review and comment.

The CMCOA is proposing to use $127,965 in Title III-B direct service funds to pay for the Program Development and Coordination Activities during 2017 as a cost of Area Plan administration. The MBA policy allows up to 25% of these funds to be used for this purpose.

The proposed amount represents 25% of the CMCOA’s new Title III-B direct service allotment.

In accordance with the Older Americans Act (Section 315(c) (1)), the CMCOA is allowed to submit a proposal to the MBA to use Title III funds for the purpose of providing supportive, health promotion, and caregiver support services and will employ a cost sharing strategy for allowable services to expand potential of this Title to support older individuals and their families in the Central region of Minnesota. The CMCOA is required to solicit the views of older individuals, providers, and other stakeholders on the implementation of its cost sharing strategy for review and comment.

The CMCOA is proposing to use approximately $518,020 in Title III funds to pay for supportive, health promotion and caregiver support services during 2017 which are subject to cost sharing requirements.

Written comments are encouraged and will be accepted until September 2, 2016. The area plan may be viewed at and comments sent to the CMCOA at the following address: 1301 West St. Germain Street. Suite 101, St. Cloud, MN 56301.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.

1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Wallraff Handyman Service’s 2. Principal place of business (A PO Box by itself is not acceptable): 20676 Knob Road, Grasston, MN 55030 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Melissa Marie Wallraff, 20676 Knob Road, Grasston, MN 55030; Dominic Refugio Zaccardi Sr., 20676 Knob Road, Grasston, MN 55030 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

Date: 05-18-16 /s/ Melissa Marie Wallraff Melissa Marie Wallraff, owner Email Address for Official Notices: lulubell24@hotmail.com  Check here to have your email address excluded from requests for bulk data, to the extent allowed by Minnesota law.

Contact name: Melissa Marie Wallraff Phone Number: 320-515-0242 State of Minnesota Department of State Filed JUNE 1, 2016 Steve Simon Secretary of State Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 7 and 14, 2016

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the building before work. While working in Rock Creek, Fred and Inez bought Inez’s ancestral farm home east of Rock Creek.

Later Fred became part owner in the Chevrolet dealership in Pine City. He eventually decided to move his repair business to his home shop in order to concentrate on farming and dairy cattle. Upon selling the farm in 1971, Fred and Inez built a home in Rush City.

At that time, he also started a successful repair business in Rush City until his retirement.

Fred was very active in the Rush City Community.

He served on the Rush City City Council for thirteen years, the Rush City Hospital Board, held several offices in his church, served a term as Commander of the Grothe-Jacobson VFW and was a member of the Rush City American Legion. Fred and Inez began to travel south for the winter and finally purchased a home in Mission, Texas. For the next twenty-five years, until his death, they split their time between Rush City in the summer months and Mission, Texas during the winter.

Fred is survived by his wife Inez Engler of Rush City; son Morry (Norma “Mona”) Engler of Rush City; daughter Marci Carlson of Lindstrom; grandchildren: Mackenzie Osterdyk of Schafer, Aaron (Ariel) Engler of Salem, Massachusetts, Emily (Jason) Karlsson of Rush City and Brandon Osterdyk of Lindstrom; great-grandchildren: Dayton, Devin, Olivia, Aaron, Simon, Lillian and Elsie; sister Vada Hanson of Rush City; many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents Fred H. and Ella Engler.

Reverend John Beck officiated funeral services Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Rush City. Music was provided by Emily Karlsson, Dick Scheele and Kim Halbert. Urn Bearers included Mackenzie Osterdyk, Brandon Osterdyk and Jason Karlsson. Honorary Urn Bearers included Aaron Engler, Ariel Engler and Emily Karlsson. Military honors were provided by Grothe-Jacobson VFW Post #6692, Rush City American Legion Post #93 and the Minnesota National Guard. The interment is at St. John’s Cemetery in Rush City.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Rush City-Olson Chapel.

Lucille Jeanette M McIllhargey passed a away at Lakeside H Health & Rehab Cent ter Wednesday, July 6 2016, at the age of 6, 8 after courageously 82 b battling brain cancer.

Lucille was born on J July 7, 1933 to Einer a and Ruth (French) O Olsen in Clayton, Wisc consin.

She was one of f fourteen children and had lived most of her young life in Wisconsin. Lucille lived in Mora and most recently in the Pine City area.

She had a great love for music and for many years sang with the Pine City Singers. Lucille attended the Zion Lutheran Church and was very active in her prayer group. Her love of travel took her many places over the years with friends.

Lucille is survived by her husband Steve McIllhargey; sons LeRoy Olsen, Jack Mead, David Mead; daughter Susan (Ken) Jonas; brothers Virgil (Lee) Olsen, Doug (Dorothy) Olsen; sisters Arlene Wiberg, Vivian (Wally) Seth; sisters-in-law Donna Olsen, Ann Olsen, Sophie Olsen; nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents Einer and Ruth Olsen; husbands Don Evje, Willis Mead, Bill Koski; son Kevin Evje; brothers Lyle, Howard, Thorval, Clifford, Milton; sisters Agnes, Sylvia, Delores and Leola.

Reverend Glen Kleppe officiated memorial services for Lucille on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at Zion Lutheran Church, Pine City.

Services for Lucille McIllhargey are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service – Swanson Chapel, Pine City; www.funeralandcremationservice.com.

PUBLIC NOTICES FROM PAGE 17 Brook Park Township Notice of Voting Equipment Public Tests NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the public test of the Auto-Mark (HAVA Voting Machine) to be used for the Primary Election to be held on August 9, 2016, will be conducted at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 26th, 2016, at the Brook Park Town Hall, Brook Park, MN. Kelly Johnson, Clerk Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 2016 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: May 9, 2008 MORTGAGOR: Timothy M. Nelson and Jennifer L. Marx, husband and wife as joint tenants.

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 14, 2008 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A 474468.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association successor by merger

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Chase Home Finance, LLC. Dated March 16, 2011 Recorded March 23, 2011, as Document No. A-493657.

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100233111108042419 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Allen Mortgage, LC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 29174 Anderson Drive, Sandstone, MN 55072 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 300483002 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The North 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 14, Township 42, Range 20, Pine County, Minnesota, less the West 50 feet thereof heretofore conveyed to the County of Pine as shown by a deed recorded in book 113 of deeds, page 438 in the office of the county recorder COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $139,779.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: 146,027.24 That prior to the commencement

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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: September 1, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on March 1, 2017, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday,

and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat.

Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: June 30, 2016 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 - 16-004241 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11 and 18, 2016

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John W. Lindquist who died July 15, 1993 at the age of 69 Your presence is ever near us, your love remains with us yet; You were a husband and father your loved ones will never forget.

Missed by, Joyce, John Allen Lindquist, Andrea Joy Parnow, Adrienne Kay Roubinek and Miriam Eunice Drahosh

THANK YOU I would like to thank everyone who participated in any way to making my benefit the huge success it was. The love and support I have received from friends and family has been amazing. I love you all, and thanks again.

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COLLEGE Graduates Natalie Brownson of Pine City graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology and Social Justice and Writing at Northland College’s commencement ceremony Saturday, May 28, 2016.

The following local residents were among 798 students to receive degrees during spring commencement at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in May: Jessica Westman of Braham, Bachelor of Science, English; Brook Park residents, Kristy Conyers, Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, Trent Hippen, Bachelor of Science, Broad Field Social Studies, Cody McConnell, Bachelor of Science, Sociology; Carissa Jahnz of Pine City, Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Magna Cum Laude.

A total of 698 students graduated from Southwest Minnesota State University on May 7. Included among the graduates were Angie Mae Theline of Braham, Bachelor of Science degree, and Adam John Olson of Pine City, Bachelor of Science degree.

The College of St. Scholastica held its spring 2016 commencement ceremony May 14.

The following local students graduated: Laurel Anderson of Pine City graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work; Jena Labine of Rush City graduated with a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Advanced Practice Nursing; Danica Schellbach of Rush City graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management.

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