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Hwy. 70 ramps close STAFF REPORT NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The Minnesota Department of Transportation reports that drivers traveling northbound on Interstate 35 will encounter ramp closures at Highway 70 in Pine County beginning on Tuesday, June 26. These northbound ramps will be closed for two weeks. Highway 70 ramp traffic will be detoured north to the Highway 7 ramps in Pine City. Restrictions will impact northbound traffic as crews continue work at the Snake River Bridge. A width restriction of 12 feet is also in place. The northbound I-35 ramps at Highway 7 had previously been closed but reopened on Saturday, June 23. For updated road condition information, call 511 or visit www.511mn.org.

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And he’s ... safe! A Dragon baseball player – part of the Pine City Summer Rec 13 AA baseball squad – slides into base just ahead of the baseball during a game on Monday, June 25.

HIGHWAY 48 REOPENS IN PINE COUNTY Highway 48 between Hinckley, Minnesota and Danbury, Wisconsin reopened on Thursday, June 21 at 2 p.m. The highway had been closed near the St. Croix River since Monday, June 18 due to high water. MnDOT engineers evaluated the Highway 48 Bridge and have determined it is safe to reopen.

Rural school back in session in Pine City BY AMY DOEUN NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The One-Room School Museum of Pine City is again hosting area school children for one week sessions where they get to share in the rural school experience. Dorothy Pixley and Irna Planger, members of the schoolhouse committee of the Pine City Area History Association, explained that the school house was moved to its current location on Aug. 4, 1971. The rural one room schoolhouses had been used in the area until 1967. Students would transfer to an area high school at the end of their

eight years. Planger and Pixley both attended rural school. Pixley remembers attending this very schoolhouse when it was at its former location east of Pine City and Cross Lake. Pixley came from a family of 11 children. In the 1936 picture of students of the school Pixley had several siblings, though she was still too young to attend at that time. The idea to host a summer session at the schoolhouse began in the 1980s. Pixley remembered that the superintendent of Pine City Public Schools was a former rural schoolhouse teacher. In

the early years some of the summer teachers had also taught at rural schools. Currently Felicia Madsen, a teacher in Pine City, teaches the rural school summer session. The students are asked to wear traditional clothes and avoid bringing prepackaged lunch items. They do many projects in addition to “reading, writing and ‘rithmetic.” They sit in desks and begin each day with the Pledge of Allegiance and a song. They learn about food, games and life from when the rural schools were in session. AMY DOEUN | THE PIONEER

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Pine City’s rural schoolhouse was brought to its current location in 1971.

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Sheriff, county attorney, Pine City area commissioners to run unopposed in fall election BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine County Sheriff Jeff Nelson, Pine County Attorney Reese Frederickson, Pine County District 1 Commissioner Steve Hallan and Pine County District 2 Commissioner Josh Mohr will all run unopposed in the general election this fall. The filing period for county offices in Minnesota ran from May 22 until June 5. District 1 Soil and Water Supervisor Douglas Odegard and District 5 Soil and Water Supervisor Gerald Telker will also run unopposed. The only contested office in Pine County is the Pine County District 5 Commissioner seat, which covers northeastern Pine County. That position is currently held by Matt Ludwig. Ludwig has filed to run for re-election, and will be challenged by Skip Thomson in the race.

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CITY, SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS Those interested in running for Pine City mayor, city council and school board will have the opportunity to file as candidates starting on July 31. Candidates should file at Pine City Hall in the Pine Govern-

ment Center at 315 Main Street S. • Candidates for Pine City mayor may file from July 31 until Aug. 14 at 5 p.m.. • Candidates for Pine City Council may file from July 31 until Aug. 14 at 5 p.m..

• Candidates for school board in the Pine City School District may file from July 31 until Aug. 14 at 5 p.m.

ships which hold their elections in November may do so between July 31 and Aug. 14 at their township offices.

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Bears, birdfeeders a recipe for backyard conflict MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Many homeowners enjoy feeding birds but in bear country the practice often comes with unintended consequences, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Wildlife managers and conservation officers know that the majority of bear-related calls involve bears destroying birdfeeders after homeowners underestimate how attractive bears find birdfeeders as a food source. “Bears use a feeding strategy called ‘high-grading’ where they seek out rich patches of concentrated food, and skip over places with low food density,” said Dave Garshelis, DNR bear research project leader. “They also have excellent memories about where they’ve found good sources of food. A birdfeeder is a bountiful source of high-calorie food.” A

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could supply more than 10,000 calories in one place with little effort. Compared to the energy it would take to obtain the same number of calories from scattered patches of wild berries, nuts or insects, bears find it much more efficient to feed at a birdfeeder, especially if the food there is continually replenished. In late summer, bears transition into a state of rapid weight gain that prepares them for six months of hibernation. During this time bears’ caloric needs increase and they can gain three to five pounds of body fat every day, a feeding pattern they continue until shrinking day length and disappearing foods signals them to begin hibernating. “If a bear found an easy meal at your birdfeeder or trash can, chances are it will remember how to find your yard again. And you can plan on that bear and possibly others coming back,” Garshelis said. ONE BEAR COULD MEAN SEVERAL BEARS

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Bears have an innate preference for wild foods, but if frequently rewarded with highly-concentrated human foods, they may grow to prefer that, and then seek out such foods. Mothers then pass this feeding behavior on to their offspring. In a controlled feeding trial, researchers observed that most bears chose black oil sunflower seeds above acorns once they had the chance to try them. Bears so conditioned sometimes become very bold. Some have been known to open unlocked car doors, enter open windows and patio doors of homes, push through screen doors, enter livestock pens, raid gardens and stir compost piles – anywhere food is left unattended and unsecured. Such bears become hard to scare away, because they are not only intent on getting the human-related foods, they have experienced no negative consequences from being near people. When behavior escalates to this point, people often become fearful of bears and perceive them as a safety

threat. The DNR does not trap and relocate bears because it is nearly impossible to find a release site in Minnesota where a food-conditioned, traveling bear wouldn’t find another house to frequent. Relocating a bear can also put it in conflict with other resident bears, or disrupt its ability to find natural food sources in a new location. The DNR discontinued the practice of trapping and relocating bears in 1999, and relies instead on the public removing attractants. AVOID CREATING A PROBLEM DNR wildlife managers and conservation officers recorded 700 to 900 bear complaints per year by the public in each of the past three years – a slight increase over the past decade. Homeowners most commonly reported damage to birdfeeders and trash cans, and an associated fear of bears being too close to their house. Homeowners are advised to remove the source of the attrac-

tant to solve the problem. For example, the solution might be as easy as taking in birdfeeders in the late afternoon. In mos cases, removing the food source removes the problem but it may take the bear a few days to leave the area. This is a simple solu tion, requiring a slight modi fication in human behavior in order to change the bear’s be havior, or better yet, to preven a bear from becoming food con ditioned in the first place, and possibly saving its life. Homeowners can sometimes become frustrated with tha simplistic advice and perceive it as a lack of action on the par of wildlife staff. But with re location not an option, the re maining option is killing the animal – a result wildlife man agers and most of the public prefer to avoid. The DNR offers practical tips about avoiding bear conflicts at home and while camping a mndnr.gov/livingwith_wild life/bears.

Missing Savage man found dead in Sturgeon Lake STAFF REPORT EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

A man who was reported missing from Savage on June 20 was been found deceased in Sturgeon Lake on June 22. A Facebook page dedicated to Nadeem Ramji, 38, re-

ports that he went missing on June 16, and that he was driving a gray or black Honda Civic and that he was armed and possibly suicidal. Ramji’s body was found after a search. A fundraiser has been set up to help the family cover funeral expenses. Visit “In loving memory of our friend, Nadeem Ramji” on Facebook.

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JUNE 28 Create with ‘Library Legos’ Kids ages 5-13 are invited to get creative with Library Legos at the Pine City Public Library at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 28. Legos will be supplied by the library, so leave personal Legos at home. For more information, visit ecrlib.org.

Birds Around the World The Rush City Public Library welcomes community members to Birds Around the World, a program for all ages beginning at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 28. Meet birds originally from places like Australia, the Congo, Mexico, New Guinea, Central or South America. Learn about these amazing creatures, and then make a bright and beautiful bird craft to take home. Fun for the entire family, the craft is suitable for kids in grades K-3.

Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature bluegrass by the Broadfork String Band at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 28 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www.ci.mora.mn.us.

tournament on Friday, June 29. Teams are encouraged to register early for the four-person scramble that begins with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Entry fee includes golf, cart and dinner. There will also be prizes and pre-games beginning at 12 p.m. Call 320-629-3848 for more information and to register.

JUNE 29 & 30 Arrowheads and Stone Tools The public is invited to this annual two day event at the Snake River Fur Post, Pine City, which showcases the craft of making spear points and arrowheads from rock. By shaping stone into sharp tools and projectiles, ancient people were able to hunt animals as big as mastodons. Watch as modern flint knappers demonstrate their skills on Friday, noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 29 and 30. To learn more, call 320-629-6356 or email furpost@ mnhs.org.

JUNE 29 - JULY 1 St. Croix State Park St. Croix State Park welcomes the public to see exhibits and get free check-outs including birding or fishing kits, GPS units and library books. Bead an Ojibwe bracelet on Friday, June 29 at 4 p.m. in the St. Croix Lodge. On Saturday, June 30 at 11 a.m. there is “Olde Tyme” letter writing. Between 12 and 4 p.m. see a blacksmith demonstration. At 5 p.m. there will be a live acoustic concert by The Lost 40 at the council ring amphitheater. On Sunday, July 1 learn about canoe paddle making at 11 a.m., and at 2 p.m. watch an old reelto-reel nature movie. Visit the website www.mndnr.gov/stcroix or call 320-3846591 for more information.

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, June 28, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call Julie Samuelson at 320-496-3009 or visit www. rubyspantry.org.

JUNE 29 Whitesidewalls at Art in the Park The Pine City Arts Council presents the Whitesidewalls at Art in The Park on Friday, June 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine City Lions will begin serving pulled pork at 5:30 p.m. Free transportation by Arrowhead Transit. Call 800-862-0175 for free home pickup. Pick up schedule is 6 p.m. at Northern Pines Assisted Living and 6:10 p.m. at Westchester Apartments. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket to the free show.

JUNE 30 Freedom Fest

Farmers’ Market Due to Freedom Fest activities on Saturday, the Pine City Farmers’ Market will only take place Friday, June 29, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Pine County Fairgrounds in Pine City this week, with a focus on healthy snacking. For more information, to find out about special events and what types of produce will be available, visit “Pine City Farmers’ Market” on Facebook.

Pine City Civic Center golf tourney The Pine City Civic Center will host their annual golf

Pine City’s annual Freedom Fest celebration begins Saturday, June 30 with the Freedom Fest Triathlon at 8 a.m. at the City Beach/Westside Park. Meanwhile, the 4-H pancake breakfast is from 7:30 - 11 a.m. in the 4-H building at the Pine County Fairgrounds. Also at the fairgrounds is the Pine Cruiser Car Club Classic Car Show and swap meet at 9 a.m. Beer gardens and food vendors open at 10 a.m., children’s activities begin at 11 a.m., with money scramble at 2 p.m., and the Pine City Fire Dept. waterball event is at 1 p.m. The Pine City “Amazing Race” starts at 4 p.m. (advance registration required), and Pine City Sings is at 3 p.m. A street dance featuring the Drivin’ Wheels starts at 6:30

p.m. followed by fireworks at 10:15 p.m. Visit www.pincitychamber. com or call the chamber at 320322-4040 for more information.

Author visit in Cambridge Scout & Morgan Books in Cambridge welcomes author, Phyllis Root, and photographer, Kelly Povo, on Saturday, June 30, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will share their latest collaboration: “Searching for Minnesota’s Native Wildflowers: A Guide for Beginners, Botanists, and Everyone In Between.” It chronicles the ten years that they spent exploring Minnesota’s woods, prairies, hillsides, lakes and bogs for wildflowers. For information visit scoutandmorganbooks.com or email books@ scoutandmorganbooks.com.

JUNE 30 & JULY 1 Big Brothers/Sisters beneﬁt On Saturday, June 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, July 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the public is invited to the Big Brothers/ Big Sisters of Central Minnesota fundraiser benefit at the community center in Rush City. There will be vendors, a cookout, raffles and more. Call 320-279-2458 for information.

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June 30 Pine City: Freedom Fest fireworks at 10:15 p.m., Fairgrounds Mora: Knife Lake Boat Parade, 1 p.m., Light up the Lake with flares, 9:45 p.m., then fireworks July 3 Rush City: Fireworks at Flickabirds Resort Onamia: Fireworks at dusk July 4 Pine City: Cross Lake Boat Parade, 1 p.m. (Gather beginning at noon on north end of lake by Norway Point) Pease: Fireworks at dusk Finlayson: Fireworks downtown at dusk Garrison: Fireworks over Garrison Bay Cambridge: Fireworks at the Isanti County Fairgrounds Bock: Parade at 3 p.m. Braham: Fireworks west of high school July 5 Wahkon: Fireworks at Veteran’s Park and City Park July 7 Hinckley: Fireworks downtown Ogilvie Raceway: Fireworks after the races

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Solid Rock in the Park “Solid Rock in the Park,” a free, outdoor, family-friendly musical event will take place Sunday, July 1 at Robinson Park, Pine City, 1-7 p.m. A variety of musical acts will perform throughout the day including the Journey North Celebrate Recovery band, Aly Aleigha from Duluth, Charles Porter from Minneapolis, Light45 from Rochester, TRU-SERVA out of Minneapolis and Steve Duede of St. Louis Park. To contribute, visit the Gofundme. com page at “Solid-Rock-in-thePark-2018.”

JULY 2 Fireworks prints at the library On Monday, July 2 kids and teens are invited to create shaving cream fireworks prints at the Pine City Public Library during a pop-up craft session on the library patio at 5 p.m. The library is located at 300 5th St SE. The event is free and all supplies are provided by the Friends of the Pine City Public Library. In the case of inclement weather, meet in the community room.

JULY 6 & 7 Corn & Clover Carnival Hinckley’s annual Corn & Clover Carnival celebrates 107 years on Friday and Saturday, July 6 and 7. There will be rides, food stands, a beer garden and more. On opening day at 1 p.m. there is a sidewalk chalk art contest and at 5:30 p.m. is the Little Miss Hinckley Pageant followed by the Kiddie Parade, and Miss Hinckley Pageant at 6:30 p.m. The big parade is on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Also on Saturday there is a pancake breakfast, softball tournament, music, a kiddie tractor pull, Water Works Wars, Hinckley Idol and Hinckley Sings. At 7:30 p.m. the Scottie Miller Band performs. Fireworks follow at dusk. Visit www.hinckleychamber.com or call 320-384-7837 for a full schedule of times and events.

JULY 6 - 8 Isanti Fireﬁghters’ PRCA Rodeo The Isanti Firefighters’ 42nd annual PRCA Championship Rodeo fundraiser will take place at the Isanti Rodeo Grounds Friday through Sunday, July 6 - 8 beginning at 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday with youth goat tying followed by the rodeo at 6:30 p.m. Live bands perform both nights. The Xtreme Bull Challenge and Mutton Bustin’ Showdown action starts at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Family/Kids Day. For advance sale tickets or information, call 612-669-2326, email marc@. isantifiredistrict.org or visit isantifiredistrict.org online.

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THURSDAY 6/28 Pine City Council: 8 a.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. WINDOW-Domestic abuse support group: 6 p.m., Journey North Church, Pine City NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine County LGBT: 7 p.m. Hinckley City Hall Comm. Room SUNDAY 7/1 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m. MONDAY 7/2 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. Pine City Blue Star Moms: Pine City VFW Post, 6:30 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 7/3 Pine County Board: Pine City, Pine County Courthouse, 10 a.m. WEDNESDAY 7/4 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Pine City Council: 6:30 p.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City Pine City Toastmasters: 7 p.m., Pine Center for the Arts, Pine City AA: 8 p.m., Rock Creek Community Center

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When things don’t make any sense It’s been a few weeks now, but the suicide deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain still bother me. They bother me a lot. I don’t know much at all about Kate Spade, besides the fact that she was an extremely successful designer who suffered from depression and anxiety. “There were personal demons she was battling,” said her husband, after her death. Editor’s She seemed like a private person. Soapbox Bourdain was not. I don’t know that much more about Mike Bourdain – I never had a chance to watch much of his Gainor shows or read his books – but what I knew about him I liked. Here was a guy who had gone through heroin addiction and dark, despairing times in his life, but who had come through it all, and wasn’t afraid to share his experiences with others. Now he had the best job in the world – traveling to different countries, meeting amazing people and eating incredible food, and was getting paid a small fortune to do it. Hundreds of thousands of people tuned into his show each week. And then, he offs himself. That is not how the story is supposed to go. The story is supposed to be about how a person struggles in their youth, and then finds inner peace as they mature. Right? I wish. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention keeps track of this stuff, and it doesn’t take much research to figure out that the suicide rate in the U.S. has been rising for years. Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for all US teens and young adults ages 10 to 35. Men are three and a half times more likely to commit suicide than women. Suicide is now the fourth leading cause of death in the US for males 45-54, and the eighth leading cause of death for men aged 55-64. All of us have dark thoughts, when life doesn’t make sense and it seems better to make it stop than to go on. For some, the dark thoughts come around from time to time, others experience them more often. And, clearly, the same thing is true for the people who seem to have it all. For me, it helps to reflect on all the things I’m grateful for. There have been so many moments in life where I’ve thought, “I can’t believe I might have missed this.” No matter how dark things are, I guarantee that one of those moments is coming. And then another, and another. If you feel like things just don’t make sense, talk about it. Here are some places to start: • Crisis Text Line: Text START to 741741 from anywhere in the USA, at any time, about any type of crisis; • The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255; • The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386.

When the courts can impound a vehicle During this legislative session there have been hearings on a bill which appears to be intended to grant relief to motor vehicle owners whose vehicles may be forfeited to law enforcement for certain crimes committed by drivers of those vehicles. I cannot ethically comment on the proposed legislation, but I would like to summarize those laws that currently allow forfeiture as I do believe the public, for the most part, is unaware of those laws and the risks when they or someone in their household violates those laws. Currently, a motor vehicle may be forfeited when the driver is arrested (not necessarily convicted) of the following offenses: • Fleeing a police officer in a motor It’s in your vehicle (a very common occurrence) and endangering life or property; court • Second degree driving while impaired or with blood alcohol concentraJudge Steve tion over .08; • Vehicles used in drive-by shootings; Halsey and • Vehicles used as a conveyance for controlled substance worth more than $100. In addition to motor vehicles, the following items of personal property may be forfeited if found in the proximity of controlled substances or equipment used in their manufacture or distribution; or on the person arrested: • Firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories; • Computers and smart phones; and • Money and precious metals in proximity to the controlled substances. The proceedings for seizure may occur in two ways: (a) administrative forfeiture or (b) judicial forfeiture. In an administrative forfeiture the law enforcement agency making the arrest takes possession of the motor vehicle, money or firearms and sends notice of the seizure to the record owner. The record owner (claimant) then has 60 days to file a claim in conciliation court (if vehicle or property is worth $15,000 or less) or district court seeking to nullify the forfeiture and obtain return of the vehicle. In the judicial forfeiture proceedings, a complaint is

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filed by the county attorney against the property itself as the defendant. This proceeding applies to property used or intended to commit a “designated offense” and all proceeds of designated offenses. The following are some of the “designated offenses:” • Display, cause, or permit to be displayed, or have in possession, any fictitious or fraudulently altered driver’s license or Minnesota identification card; • Lending a person’s driver’s license or Minnesota identification card to any other person or knowingly permit the use thereof by another; • Murder in the first, second and third degree; • Criminal vehicular homicide; • Assault in the first, second and third degree; • Sex trafficking and prostitution; and • Certain criminal sexual conduct crimes. The record owner of a motor vehicle that is seized may obtain its return pending the outcome of the forfeiture proceeding by either filing a bond for the value of the property or filing the certificate of title (so the vehicle cannot be sold and title transferred). In these proceedings, generally the law enforcement agency has the burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence that the motor vehicle was used in the commission of a designated offense. However, an “innocent owner” claiming they did not permit the use of the vehicle or were not aware of the driver’s chemical dependency history has the burden of proof. If the property is sold the proceeds are distributed as follows: 1. Satisfy valid liens and sale expenses; 2. Pay court-ordered restitution; 3. 70% to law enforcement agency; 4. 20% to the prosecuting attorney; and 5. 10% to the state general fund. In summary, if you have knowledge that your spouse or teenage child has a drug or alcohol abuse history and you permit them to use your motor vehicle, you risk the loss of your vehicle if they commit a designated criminal offense while operating the vehicle. Ponder seriously whether letting your teenager drive your expensive motor vehicle with his or her friends until after midnight is a good financial decision.

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The biggest threat to democracy might be the loss of local newspapers If you’re reading this column in your local newspaper, congratulations! Just by skimming your eyeballs over this page, whether it’s in print or online, you’re doing a vital service for your hometown, and for democracy as a whole. (Go ahead and take the rest of the day off.) It’s no secret that local journalism is in trouble, and has been for quite some time. AcFirst cording to a 2017 report Amendment from the Pew Research Center, the weekday Center circulation for U.S. daily newspapers has Lata Nott been on the decline for 28 consecutive years. The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that between 1990 and 2016, the number of newspaper employees in the U.S. declined from 456,300 to 183,000. Despite the vitriol that publications like The New York Times and The Washington Post attract from the Trump administration, it’s not the national news media outlets that we need to worry about. Their subscrip-

tion numbers are on the rise. It’s the smaller newspapers that serve local markets that are suffering. Many are chronically understaffed. Some have shuttered altogether. A map created by the Columbia Journalism Review reveals that communities all across the United States have been “left with no daily local news outlet at all.” What’s the cause of all these news deserts? It’s the internet (to paraphrase the Simpsons, “the cause of, and solution to, all of life’s problems”). Local newspapers lost print subscriptions when people started reading the news online (and came to expect it to be free). They lost another major source of revenue when their classified sections were supplanted by Craigslist. Their digital editions have to compete for eyeballs and advertising revenue with websites that traffic in national scandals, political commentary and cat videos. This isn’t just a financial hardship for your local newspaper. According to a new paper co-authored by three professors of finance, it’s a financial hardship for your entire town. The researchers looked at cities that lost newspapers between 1996 and 2015, and found that within three years of

‘The researchers looked at cities that lost newspapers between 1996 and 2015, and found that within three years of a newspaper’s closure, the costs for municipal bonds and revenue bonds increased for these cities.’ a newspaper’s closure, the costs for municipal bonds and revenue bonds increased for these cities. Here’s how they explained the connection: “Revenue bonds are commonly issued to finance local projects such as schools and hospitals, and are backed by the revenues generated by those projects... [T]hese bonds are rarely regulated by the state government. A local newspaper provides an ideal monitoring agent for these revenue-generating projects, as mismanaged projects can be exposed by investigative reporters employed by the local newspaper. When a newspaper closes, this monitoring mechanism also

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Pine Healthcare Campus marks one year

To the Editor: It was only a year ago that the Pine Healthcare Campus opened its doors to a new era of health care excellence for our area. Making this a reality was challenging but we members of the Board of Directors of the North Pine Area Hospital District couldn’t be happier with how well this is being received by the community. Essentia Health reports a significant increase in utilization of their hospital services. Emergency room visits are up 20 percent and use of other services such as physical, occupational and speech therapy; cardiac rehab; CT procedures; and radiology utilization are all up significantly. What better indicator of success than seeing our citizens taking advantage of this quality health care facility. Additionally, Gateway Family Health Care and Thrifty White

ceases to exist, leading to a greater risk that the cash flows generated by these projects will be mismanaged.” In other words, local newspapers provide a public good, one that can be measured in dollars and cents. The problem is that today’s marketplace doesn’t really reward them for this. A listicle about amazing dogs will always generate more advertising revenue than coverage of a city finance committee meeting. (You know which one you’re more likely to click on. Just admit it to yourself and move on.) But the latter article could actually prevent municipal corruption. Even if no one reads it, public officials are more likely to behave ethically when they know they’re being monitored. As citizens, we tend to take this effect for granted. Maybe we need to stop thinking about our local newspapers as businesses that need to turn a profit and start thinking about them as utilities that we need to finance for our own good. Lata Nott is executive director of the First Amendment Center of the Freedom Forum Institute. Contact her via email at lnott@freedomforum.org, or follow her on Twitter at @LataNott.

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Fran Levings and Jane Brown and the other Board members are participating on one of the teams. In the coming months each team will be coming back to the full Board with their assessments and recommendations to improve our current facility, identify other specialty services needed, broaden communications and enhance Board functioning. Some specific areas being pursued include establishing a Hospital District foundation, improving Board training and evaluating the unmet health care needs of the area and developing plans to address those needs. We can’t express enough gratitude to all who have helped to make this possible. We are excited about our health care future. For more information about the Hospital District and the Pine Healthcare Campus go to: www. PineHospitalDistrict.com. North Pine Area Hospital District Board of Directors

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Pine City called to help as Hinckley ﬁre rages in 1918 BY CAROL AASER NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

10 Years Ago, 2008 E’leese Madgett-Manrique, 12, and her horse Chips n’ Salsa passed through Hinckley Saturday afternoon on what was the seventh day of a summer-long horseback ride across the state of Minnesota. What would make a 12-year-old girl decide to give up her summer vacation and spend nearly three months on top of a horse? The answer: a vision. Madgett-Manrique and her mother Kerry, who has taken off four months of work to accompany her daughter, have taken to Minnesota’s highways and back roads with the hope their adventure will eventually make life just a little bit better for those who, as E’leese put it, “give all of us so much.” German teacher Ann Mans and social studies teacher Steve Farquharson have the task of chaperoning 20 students on a trip to Germany June 10-23. Highlights of the trip include an overnight stay in a castle on the Rhine, a visit to the Black Forest, a hike in the Swiss Alps, tours of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles, a visit to a salt mine and exploring Munich and Salzburg.

25 Years Ago, 1993 Wal-Mart didn’t get a warm welcome at a public hearing in Pine City last week, but no one closed the door in the giant retailer’s face. Instead, the local planning commission tabled a rezoning request from the company, delaying until at least August the vote that will determine whether Wal-Mart can build a store in Pine City. Pine City native Paul Sauser was recently named president and chief operating officer of Dayton Hudson Corp.’s Mervyn’s department store chain. Sauser, 45, has been senior vice president of merchandising at Target, where he has been overseeing the merchants, imports and trend merchandise. His appointment at Mervyn’s is effective July 19. The room was quiet. The tension was mounting, not even a buzz of the bee was heard. The third annual regional senior spelling bee was in progress. Twelve older adults from the region were at the community room of East Central Electric June 17 to compete in the East Central Regional Senior Spelling Bee. It was sponsored by the East Central Area Agency on Aging. The judges were Erv Skaar, Cambridge, and Connie Strandberg, Ogilvie. Matthew Rootkie, Pine City, was named to the President’s List for academic achievement during spring quarter. He is enrolled in the carpentry program at Alexandria Technical College. To make the list, he achieved a grade point average of at least 3.5. Lee Knutson, Pine City, has been selected to serve as a member of the Bemidji State University Residence Hall Council, the governing body representing the students of each of the residence halls on campus.

50 Years Ago, 1968 The proposed Chengwatana Historical Trail was officially designed by the unanimous approval of the Pine County Board of commissioners on June 4. The 160 mile, self -guiding trail is planned to start at Connor’s Fur Post west of Pine City and proceed north to Brook Park, Hinckley, Sandstone, Finlayson, Rutledge, Willow River, Bruno, Askov, down the old Fleming logging Trail to the St. Croix State Park and back to Hinckley and Pine City.

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Early Childhood Coalition’s Family Fair in 2008 More than 70 families participated with 34 agencies providing resources at the Early Childhood Coalition’s Family Fair in February. The agencies raised awareness of programming available to families in southern Pine County.

Corporal Frank Runa Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Runa of Brook Park, was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal. The citation authorizes Corporal Runa to wear the Combat “V”. Paul Horns, commander of the local VFW post, was selected as “All State Commander” at the 49th Annual Convention held in Rochester.

75 Years Ago, 1943 The storms the past few nights have been quite damaging to some property. Farms have had buildings blown in or down and in town lightning struck trees and the high winds wrecked garden truck in most places. The local fi re department received two calls over the weekend as a direct result of the storms as lightning strikes were frequent. Early last Friday morning, the south-bound freight of the Great Northern railway plowed into the side of the north-bound Northern Pacific freight train at the intersection of the two lines at Hinckley. No casualties resulted. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Larson on the birth of their son, Leonard Anton, born June 24 at the Pokegama hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Wurm are the proud parents of

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100 Years Ago, 1918 As we go to press, a call has been sent to Chief Collins of this village from Hinckley, for help, as a big fi re is raging in that village. The old meat market and village hall have been burned to the ground and the fi re is spreading over the village. The fi re department left by auto to assist the Hinckley fi remen.

125 Years Ago, 1893 In another column of this week’s issue will be found an order for the village order new sidewalks to be built on certain streets, which is a very good plan. Now then what is the use of having sidewalks when cattle are allowed to run at large. K. Kneutson has procured a couple of boats which he will keep at the dock and let out to parties wishing to go on a fishing trip. It will not be long before he will have more boats so as to supply the demand.

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Filling the gaps: Lakes and Pines offers wide-ranging support BY KAY WEBER NEWS@COUNTYSTAR.COM

From its beginnings in 1965, where a staff of 10 helped farmers with their dairy herd production, to 2018, where a staff of over 100 help with a myriad of needs like homelessness or Head Start education, Lakes and Pines Community Action Council is fulfilling its promise to change lives and fight poverty at the local level. The charitable nonprofit, with offices in North Branch, Mora and Moose Lake, serves residents of seven counties – Aitkin, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine – offering a wide variety of services and support for families or individuals in their pursuit of self-reliance. “One of the reasons for the longevity of Lakes and Pines,” according to director Robert Benes, “is that it is ever-changing. ... Community assessments are done on a regular basis to evaluate ongoing needs and gaps in services. Lakes and Pines is flexible and agile and ready to meet needs that are emerging.” Helping to meet those needs are services like the Head Start family and child development program with child care, health and nutrition support and literacy training; assistance with tax preparation, money management or starting a business; help in applying for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Social Security benefits, MNSure; transportation as-

sistance; and partnerships with other helping agencies like food shelves, Salvation Army, veterans organizations and more to guide local residents toward health and independent living. HOUSING ASSISTANCE OF ALL KINDS One area Lakes and Pines focuses on is housing, and the organization offers short-term emergency funds and assistance for those in a housing crisis due to eviction, foreclosure, job loss, domestic violence or other causes. For those seeking a place to live, referrals can be made to partnering agencies like New Pathways who work with rental units and securing long-term housing solutions. Lakes and Pines also offers financial literacy education and assistance in saving toward and preparing for a home purchase. A family with an existing home can check on eligibility for short-term assistance on energy costs, weatherization or furnace checks, as well as repairs. Each need is worked through on an individual basis to provide opportunities to make forward steps on life’s journey. SENIOR NEEDS ARE A PRIORITY One new focus for 2018 will be the emerging needs of senior citizens. As this population increases, the agency is designing programs such as their Senior Chore Service, which connects seniors with volunteers of all ages to assist with household maintenance projects, seasonal chores, heavy house-

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Some oaks struggle to leaf out in area BY BRIAN SCHWINGLE DNR FOREST HEALTH SPECIALIST

Homeowners and tree managers in central and east-central Minnesota became concerned in late May when they saw bur and white oaks barely leafing out. The affected trees were scattered from Brainerd and Sauk Rapids to Hinckley and Stacy; the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) even received reports of some in Chanhassen, and last week confirmed one heavily infested bur oak in Rice County. The hardest hit oaks appeared dead in late May, while others had widely scattered tufts of leaves in their canopies. These oaks were in open-grown situations in yards or along woodlot edges. Upon closer inspection were found lots of tiny holes just over 0.5 millimeter in diameter on dead twigs, and pupating wasps, two millimeters long, buried in twigs. Given the serious impact to mature bur and white oaks, the DNR is working hard to get to the bottom of what is causing this severe dieback. They captured some adult wasps from the affected branches, and a wasp identification specialist identified one of the two wasps captured as a parasite of a cynipid wasp. Cynipid wasps can form inconspicuous galls within twigs. There are more than 700 species of cynipid wasps that attack oaks. The DNR recommends that homeowners leave affected oaks in place and allow them the opportunity to recover. Many of the affected oaks are already recovering and will survive. INTENSE SEED CROP ON MAPLE AND SIBERIAN ELM Some citizens were concerned this spring that maples were dying in central Minnesota. Fortunately, they were not dying; they were just making a bumper crop of seeds. Maples and Siberian elms across a large swath of Minnesota decided to produce ample seeds this year. Every now and then this happens across a large area, and it usually does not hurt the tree. In some instances, outer branches on maples that produce an intense seed crop can die, but these trees usually recover over time. WET GROWING SEASONS AND SPRUCE WINDBREAKS: A BAD COMBINATION In a way, you can think of a row of spruce like a daycare: it is a germ bath.

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A row of spruce provides yearround privacy, protection from the wind, cover for animals, and a pleasing view. They are so common that there is a good chance you have a row of spruce in your yard. Unfortunately, it seems only a matter of time before needles in the lower part of the canopy will start to die. A common reason for this needle loss is a needle cast disease caused by a fungus. That fungus often is a Stigmina species. Brian Schwingle of the DNR found Stigmina in all the diseased spruce needle samples he looked at this spring. Eighty percent of the spruce needle samples given to the University of Minnesota Plant Disease Clinic yielded a Stigmina needle cast diagnosis in 2017. Needle disease in the lower canopy of spruce in people’s yards is a frequent tree health concern that DNR personnel receive. The abundant precipitation coming down on central and southern Minnesota over the last decade, plus moist conditions within rows of spruce, promotes needle disease. In addition, low-lying areas where cool air and moisture sink favor needle casts. Spruce growing all by themselves in the sun and away from other trees often do not get problematic needle casts, even when their branches contact the ground. The air moves freely around these trees, and along with sunshine, dries out needles, so needle cast pathogens can’t produce spores as much. Also, those solo spruce trees are not stressed by growing in shade, and are not growing next to fellow

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Prevent apple maggot damage Question: What are the red balls in your apple tree? Answer: They’re sticky traps to catch Apple Maggot flies! The apple maggot flies are still in the ground but are soon ready to emerge and lay their eggs on the current season’s little green apples. They usually begin to emerge around July 1 and do so in greatest numbers after rain storms that drop ½ inch or more of rain. They surface most in July and early August, but can continue as late as September. Eggs laid on the Yard & surface of apples hatch into short, Garden white, headless larva that burrow the apple and tunnel through Thymes into them until the apple is picked or falls to the ground. Larva in apples on the Jon Hjelm ground exit and tunnel into the soil to produce next year’s flies. What can one do to keep the apple maggots from ruining the apples? The most important step is interrupting the pest’s life cycle by cleaning up and disposing of apples that fall from the tree. It is important to clean them up as soon as they begin to fall and continue the clean-up effort throughout the summer and fall. Fall clean-up of leaves and apples goes a long way to avoid some common apple disease problems, but one big clean-up in October before the snow flies is too late to prevent apple maggot infestation. By the end of fall most of the pests have already found their way to safety in the ground. How we dispose of fallen apples is also important. Composting them nearby or tossing them into the tall grass next to the tree may get them out of sight but it doesn’t interrupt the life cycle. Apples picked up need to be buried, covered with soil in the compost bin or bagged and disposed of in the trash. The red balls are traps placed in the tree around June and coated with a clear, sticky film to trap adult apple maggot flies soon after they emerge. It signals when one should begin to spray if they are going to control the pest with an insecticide. The general recommendation has been to begin spraying at seven to 10- day intervals beginning in early July. The sticky traps help one to begin spraying more accurately. If flies emerge later than normal, using the sticky trap may help eliminate one or more unnecessary applications. Several insecticides are available for use on the apple maggot including pyrethrins, a botanical insecticide or malathion and lambda-cyhalothrin which are synthetic insecticides. Modern insecticides from the pyrethroid group are less residual, they degrade faster than the older insecticides. This makes timing the applications more critical for them to be effective. Every insecticide product has its own application details making it necessary to read the label completely for information on mixing, application intervals and length of time to cease spraying before harvest. An alternative to insecticide control is bagging. It involves slipping clear plastic bags over clusters of apples and sealing them around the branch to keep flies off apples. This is recommended in June. Bags should have one corner snipped off, just large enough to allow moisture that collects in the bag to drip out. It is estimated that one can bag 150-200 apples per hour – making it possible to protect a good supply of apples in two to three hours of work. That is no more time than it takes to spray trees three to four times per season. Bags should be removed about three weeks prior to harvest. This is usually after flies are done emerging and allows time for the fruits to develop their full red color.

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Young Dragon pitchers show their skills Underhanded or overhanded, young Dragon softball and baseball pitchers were cool on the mound on June 25. .

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Strolling like champions at the .320K A sunny Saturday morning was the perfect time for a psudo-athletic event. More than 200 participants in the .320K event started their trek at The Village, took a well-deserved break at Froggy’s, and finished their journey at Three Twenty Brewing – a total distance of almost precisely .32 kilometers. Look for another .320K event this fall.

‘There’s no better way to ensure a successful construction project than by ensuring you’re dealing with a reliable contractor. It’s worth every second of the time it takes to find one that will stand behind their work.’

The arrival of summer means many people are thinking about home improvement projects. Whether it’s a remodel, a build-on or new construction, some consumers are handy – or brave - enough to take things into their own hands. But many people look to professional contractors to bring their visions to fruition. Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) offers a Top Ten list of things people should do before hiring a contractor. “There’s no better way to ensure a successful construction project than by ensuring you’re dealing with a reliable contractor,” said Susan Adams Loyd, Susan Adams Lloyd President and CEO of BBB Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota, “It’s worth every second of the time it takes to find one that will stand behind their work.” Here are ten things everyone should do before hiring a contractor: 1. Research their track record. Contact BBB to obtain free Business Profiles on any companies you are considering hiring. Visit bbb.org or, in Minnesota and North Dakota, call toll-free at 1-800-646-6222. 2. Solicit multiple estimates. Shop around and get at least three estimates in writing. Use BBB’s Online Directory of Accredited Businesses to find reliable firms. 3. Verify license and insurance. Ensure that companies are properly licensed. In Minnesota, contractors should be licensed or registered with the Minnesota Department of Labor (doli.state.mn.us); in North Dakota, with the ND Secretary of State’s Office (sos. nd.gov/). It’s also important to verify that they are fully insured. 4. Ask for references. Get references from three recent projects and verify them before signing a contract. 5. Inquire about a lien waiver. A lien waiver is a statement from the contractor that all suppliers and subcontractors have been paid for their work. Be sure to ask whether the contractor will provide you with a lien waiver upon completion of the work. 6. Don’t forget building permits. Permits are for your protection and help ensure that work will meet local building codes. Check with your contractor before starting your project. Homeowners bear the cost of building permits, but companies should be responsible for obtaining any necessary permits. 7. Consider future service issues. If you choose to do business with a company that isn’t local, keep in mind you might have difficulty resolving any warranty or service needs that may arise after the project is completed. 8. Get everything in writing. Never allow work to begin without a signed contract that includes: start and completion dates; a detailed description of services to be provided; any costs or allowances; a payment schedule and warranty information. Be aware that anything you sign is a contract. 9. Don’t rely on verbal promises. Any promises made orally should be written into the contract, including warranty information. 10. Arrange a payment schedule. Never pay in full in advance of a project. Stagger your payments according to agreed-upon stages of work completion and make a final payment only when work is finished. BBB also advises consumers to exercise caution with salespeople who are going door-to-door claiming to be doing work in your neighborhood. Know who you’re dealing with; always verify the company’s track record with BBB. The mission of Better Business Bureau is to be the leader in building marketplace trust by promoting, through self-regulation, the highest standards of business ethics and conduct, and to instill confidence in responsible businesses through programs of education and action that inform, assist and protect the general public. We are open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Contact BBB at bbb.org or 651-699-1111, toll-free at 1-800-646-6222.

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Ask a Trooper: teenage drivers Is there a presentation provided by law enforcement for new teenage drivers? Can a Q: driver, under the age of 18 with a valid permit, tow a trailer in Minnesota?

A driver who is under the age of 18 with a valid permit A: or provisional driver’s license may

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A memorable drive through Duluth Pine City’s Mike Cummins received a call from White House staff last Sunday and invited to take part in the presidential motorcade during President Donald Trump’s visit to Duluth on Wednesday. Here Cummins is pictured standing next to the presidential limousine which has been nicknamed “The Beast.” Cummins described the experience as an honor, great fun, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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Strib names FirstLight a 2018 Top 150 Workplace

FirstLight Health System has been named one of the Top 150 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune. “We are honored to be recognized as a Top 150 Workplace once again,” said Randy Ulseth, CEO of FirstLight Health System. FirstLight Health System currently has 492 employees and is the largest employer in Kanabec County. It has two other campuses, one located in Pine city and the other in Hinckley. To qualify for the Star Tribune Top Workplaces, a company must have more than 50 employees in Minnesota. Over 2,400 companies were invited to participate. Pictured L-R: Kristie Bryant (Clinic Nurse Supervisor), Diane Bankers (Sr VP Nursing Services), June Juday (EMS Manager), Kimberley Carlson (Sr VP HR), Leann McMullen (Imaging Manager), Jill Sawyer (ED Nurse Manager), Brenda Moos (Revenue Cycle Director), Josh Asp (CFO) and Sheila Peterson (Revenue Cycle Manager).

operate a vehicle towing a single trailer as long as they comply with all of the license restrictions and requirements. If towing a recreational vehicle combination of three, the operator has to be at least 18 years of age. Please keep in Ask A mind that this is a Minnesota law Trooper and may not be legal if traveling other states. If you are planNeil Dickenson into ning on traveling through other states, check with their officials on their state towing laws. I have helped present on teen driver safety for the past couple years, and law enforcement’s goal is to reduce all teen-related crashes through education and enforcement. The graduated driver’s licensing (GDL) law requires driver education programs to offer a 90 minute class for parents of teens who are in the process of obtaining instruction permits and provisional driver’s licenses. This class provides information regarding teen driving risks, teen driving laws and adult influences on teen driver behaviors. The parent awareness class is critical to understanding today’s teen driving risks, Minnesota’s teen driving laws, and how to help your teen become a safer driver. As a parent, don’t put convenience ahead of safety. Just because teens have their licenses doesn’t mean they’re ready for every driving situation. Parents should continue to supervise their teens driving after they’re licensed. The GDL law also requires that students under the age of 18 submit a supervised driving log to the driver exam staff at the time of the road test for the provisional driver’s license. The log must verify the student completed 50 hours of supervised driving time, 15 of which must be nighttime hours. If a parent/guardian completes the parent class and submits a certificate of completion to the driver exam staff at the time of the road test, or if it was submitted when applying for an instruction permit, 40 hours of supervised driving time are required, 15 of which must be nighttime hours. The key to developing safer teen drivers is to provide supervised experience — a lot of “windshield time,” discuss driving responsibilities with your teen, establish clear family driving rules and follow through with consequences when warranted. We encourage parents to practice with their kids well beyond the minimum requirements of the law to ensure they’re prepared to drive in many driving and weather conditions. The extra required driving practice hours and the supervised driving log help teen drivers become more experienced and help parents track progress and areas to improve. For additional information on teen driving and laws, go to: https://dps.mn.gov/DIVISIONS/OTS/ TEEN-DRIVING/Pages/default.aspx Send questions to Sgt. Neil Dickenson – Minnesota State Patrol at 1131 Mesaba Ave, Duluth, MN 55811 or neil.dickenson@state.mn.us.

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Stay safe with snapping turtles STAFF REPORT NEWS@MORAMINN.COM

It is not uncommon to see many turtles along the roadside or elsewhere this time of year in search of a good nesting spot. According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, turtles like to lay their eggs in open or sunny areas of sand, gravel or well drained soil, much like the side of the road. Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release recommends leaving turtles alone whenever possible. However, if it is in the road and in danger of being hit by traffic, it is OK to help it cross in the same direction it was headed. Extra precaution should be used when trying to help a snapping turtle. These turtles have sharp, powerful beaks capable of causing major damage and necks the length of their shell. The WRR recommends these safe ways to move a turtle: • If a sturdy box is available, place the box in front of the turtle and with a long stick gently prod it into the box. • Once inside the box, safely move the turtle across the road in the same direction it was originally traveling. • If no box is available, prod the turtle across the road with a long stick. This will result in one of two things happening. Either the turtle will get in high gear and cross the road more rapidly, or it will attack the stick and hang on tightly. • If the latter situation is the case, and you have the turtle hanging on to the end of the stick, gently drag the turtle across the road with the stick, again remembering the direction the turtle intended to go. • Once across, gently drop the stick. Eventually the turtle will release its grip on the stick and continue its journey. • Never pick up a turtle by its tail. You could damage its spinal cord and cripple it for life, and the turtle could twist its head, stretch out their long neck and bite. Overall, it is best to allow the turtle to cross the road on its own without distracting it in its process. It needs help only if there is traffic approaching.

RURAL SCHOOL: Young students go back to the past FROM PAGE 1

But Pixley said, “It is nothing like when we went to school. We didn’t do the projects.” Planger added, “Oh no, it was all business all the time. But ... it is a nice thing to remember the old days when we were in school.” Pixley said she always enjoys coming and seeing what the children are wearing. Annie Annie Over,

where the students throw a ball back and forth over the school’s roof, is the most popular game at recess. For the second session, held July 23-27, a special guest will come and teach about sheep and wool. The school house is open every Sunday from June-August from 12-3 p.m. and by appointment at other times. To schedule an appointment call 320-629-3285.

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Closely watched by curious children, Deputy Adam Gertken safely moved a snapping turtle back to Mora Lake after she had wandered onto the Library Park tennis courts.

FirstLight Health System thanks all of our dedicated employees for once again voting us a Top 150 Workplace. We also look forward to welcoming energetic new members to our growing team. Learn more today!

FirstLightHealthSystem.org/careers This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

East Central Regional Library (ECRL) is developing a new strategic plan that will guide its work and establish a vision for its future. This is the community’s library. What is your vision for East Central Regional Library? The public is asked to take a moment and answer an anonymous survey about the library at surveymonkey.com/r/ecrl. In addition, East Central Regional Library will be hosting several listening sessions in the weeks ahead. Input is important to make sure East Central Regional Library is serving the public’s needs. Stay tuned for dates, times and locations for the listening sessions. For more information, visit www.ecrlib.org or find ECRL on Facebook and Twitter (@ecrlib).

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Pine City High School, fourth quarter Honor Roll Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List Grade 7 Blatz, Lydia Bombard, Madyson Brady, David Brouwer, Lola Cavallin, Vivian M. Cummings, Riley Emmons, Claire Erickson, Bryce Gregg, Benjamin Huff, Daisy Lahti, Sophia F. Leger, McCoy R. Lind, Kloey Mangan, Alana E. Peters, Ashley Rivard, Mariah P. Rothbauer, Brianna S. Schultz, Eli Sell, Addison Strike, Emma Tomczyk, Lisa V. Wilson, Luke J. Grade 8 Berglund, Madisen K. Blaisdell, Colton Currie, Jocelyn Ennen, Haeven Gerner, Chloe Goodner, Jacob D. Gutz, Jasmine R. Jusczak, Kameron J. Macho, Meaghan A. Merrick, Rhaya Miller, Dorothy J. Montbriand, Elivia R. Nascene, Carissa L. Peterson, Kaleigha R. Reiser, Brynna Westerman, Kadi J. Grade 9 Adams, Lydia S. Arhart, Carter J. Ausmus, George E. Bombard, Brayden Bulera, Tobias G. Cavallin, Allison M. Cavallin, Danielle Englund, Jacob R. Foster, Ellee E. Hancock, Anika M. Haug, Holly Hegge, Chloe Huff, Graci Husom, Olivia Isackson-Rod, Livia Iverson, Shane K. Johnson, Ellaina Kuhn, Cara K. Miller, Kaitlyn Moore, Tristen B. Nutt, Cody J. Schultz, Ella Stebbing, Mikayla M. Tayerle, Kensington Tyberg, Ellyse Vang, Hla L. Vinaja, Ainsley J. Grade 10 Bergstrom, Dustin A. Eckert, Austin Erickson, Kelsey Faur, Ashley Gilbert, Sierra N. Guzik, Emily Havel, Alexis Helmin, Kianna L. Helseth, Isabelle Jusczak, Konnor L. Langmade, Faith Logan, Seth D. Long, Matthew A.

Maiwurm, Colin Miller, Noah Nelson, Makenna P. Nutt, Kaitlyn Perlick, Brody Preston, Joel A. Schueller, Emily Thieman, Aaleaha M. Tomczyk, Erin Vo, Kenny T. Webster, Nathaniel B. West, Tryston Wicktor, Tanner Grade 11 Alleman, Chloe Aragonez, Isabelle A. Ausmus, Celia M. Cahill, Elizabeth Husom, Hannah Johnson, Chloe C. Lorsung, Hannah M. Miller, Lindsay Sparling, Abbe Wicktor, Jolie Grade 12 Anderson, Madeleine J. Goeppinger, Kayla M. Granger, Mitchell K. Haug, Abbey Hendry, Isabelle J. Ouverson, Kyle Peters, Nicole L. Rademacher, Jacob T. Ringness, Grace Scherer, Christina M. Thompson, Makayla J. Tomczyk, Jill Webster, Ashli A. Willert, Devin R. A Honor Roll Grade 7 Ausmus, Fredrick M. Brinker, Joshua Brown, William Hiler, Garett Johnson, Armani M. Johnson, Emma Maish, Dannie J. McKellar, Chloe Nilo, Jhans L. Patzoldt, Cody Plasek, Nicholas Sell, Ella Sheppard, Carly Grade 8 Elliot, Abigail Englund, Emily M. Fromm, Miriam Johnson, Timothy C. Nybo, Carson D. Pulley, Jet L. Schneider, Samantha M. Grade 9 Emmons, Charles R. Evans, Liliana M. Hasz, Ellie Kidder, Kelsey J. Lindahl, Kylee Quaderer, Alana M. Grade 10 Koffler, Daisy D. Lind, Koleman Miller, George N. Pantlin, Scarlet R. Raasch, Justin J. Sanders, Isabelle Willhite, Emma Grade 11 Butenhoff, Makayla R.

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Beverly (Bev) Mae Jacobson of Pine City passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at her daughter Tracey’s home in Oakdale. She passed away at the age of 85, surrounded by family and friends. Beverly was born on Aug. 28, 1932, to Ethel Reynolds in St Paul. On Dec. 10, 1951, she married Ray Jacobson. Through this union they had nine children. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Ray, son Steven, and infant daughter Tamara. Beverly is survived by her children: Raeoun, Tom (Pam), Tracey (Bob) Brown, Jerry, Jeff (Janet), Curt (Cindy) and Bev; her daughter-in-law Joan, 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and her sister Shirley Westcott. Beverly was beloved by many. She worked at Lakeside Nursing Home in Pine City and prior to that worked many years at the St. Paul Post Office. In Pine City, she was a busy and spirited lady. She volunteered at Ruby’s Pantry, Lakeside Nursing Home, cooking lutefisk at the Legion and calling bingo for the Pine County Fair. She also was active in Silver Sneakers and was President of TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly). She loved her breakfasts at Nicoll’s Cafe with the bus drivers, lunches with her Lakeside coworkers and Wednesdays at the Flea Market. She enjoyed her flower gardens, doing puzzles and going for pontoon rides on Cross Lake. Beverly will be remembered in our hearts. Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 24 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home – Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. at Cty. Rd. B. Interment will be at Elmhurst Cemetery. Visitation from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, July 24 at the funeral home. Mueller-Bies: 651-487-2550. Luncheon to follow at Peace UMC, 5050 Hodgson Road, North Oaks, MN 55126.

Erika Siekert of Pine City graduated from Western Technical College in the Accounting program. Siekert is one of the 1,109 graduates to receive an associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in the 2017-18 academic year.

Wheaton College students Jacqueline Westeren and James White, both of Pine City, were named to the spring 2018 dean’s list. Dean’s list honors are earned by undergraduate students who carry 12 or more credit hours and achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher on the 4.0 scale.

Lane Ristamaki of Finlayson received a diploma, Electrical Line Worker Technology, as a spring 2018 graduate of Minnesota State Community and Technical College. Pine City students Andrew Christopher Garman, BS Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Adam James Stolt, MS Mechanical Engineering, received degrees from North Dakota State University in spring 2018.

Easton Foss, Allison Gusk and Alexis Miller of Pine City, Kelsey Fulweiler and Melinda Rydberg of Rush City, have all been named to the spring 2018 dean’s list at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth. Dean’s list members have achieved a 3.75 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale.

Alexander L. Ames of Pine City received his Ph.D. in history from the University of Delaware on May 25, 2018. Ames was awarded the Wilbur Owen Sypherd Prize for this year’s outstanding University of Delaware dissertation in the humanities.

THANK YOU We would like to give a big thank you to Roxanne and Joe White for the family reunion of the Shermer and Gardner families on June 16.

Burk Caden Joseph Burk was born on June 3, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed eight pounds, seven ounces and was 21 inches long. His parents are Logan and Aimee Burk of Mora. Gabriel is welcomed by big brother Carson, 2. His grandparents are Mary and Billy Thomas and Fred Felland, all of Mora, Chris and Cheryl Blegen of Ogilvie.

Oquist Oskar Robert Oquist was born on June 8, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. He weighed 10 pounds, 14 ounces and was 22 inches long. His parents are Alissa McDermeit and Joshua Oquist of Mora. Oskar is welcomed by sibling Marek, 4. His grandparents are Larry and Wendi McDermeit of Mora, Jared and Dawn Oquist of North Branch.

Hagen Annalise Hagen was born on June 20, 2018, at FirstLight Health System. She weighed six pounds, 14.9 ounces and was 19-1/2 inches long. Her mother is Andrea Hagen of Braham. Annalise is welcomed by grandmother Nicole Hagen of Minneapolis.

WORSHIP GUIDE Church of Christ 815 7th St. SW, Pine City 10 a.m. Bible Study 11 a.m. Worship Service 4 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible Study. Contact: Greg Douvier 320-420-1302

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

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

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

First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Rev. Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org 10:00 a.m. Sunday School-all ages, No Sunday School-June-August 10:30 a.m. Worship Celebration Wednesday @ 6:15 p.m. Youth Group Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service. 7:30 p.m. Wed. Bible study, 6 p.m.7:30 p.m. Master Clubs for children ages 4 to 6th grade.

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

Hope Lutheran Church Grasston Dean Oelfke, Pastor 320-396-3925 hopelutherangrasston.org Sunday Worship Service 11am Holy Communion first and third Sundays and festival days. Hustletown Community Church Non-denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln. Pastor Bruce Thompson 320-225-9231 Sunday School, 10:15 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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. Living Water Fellowship 915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities.

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

Open Arms Church of God 406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW, Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. Thursday Worship: 5:30 p.m. Children of Joy Summer camps: Call Lauren at ext 207 Picnic Church at Robinson Park: 6 p.m. Wednesdays (June 20 & 27; July 11, 18, and 25; August 8 and 15)

Pine City Evangelical Free Church 625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 a.m. Nursery (infant-3yrs) all morning Wednesdays: AWANA (Sept-Apr) 6 p.m.; Frontline (Youth Group), Jr & Sr High 6:00 p.m. Phone: 320-629-2584 Email: office@pcefc.com, www. pcefc.com St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. South Pine Baptist Church Meeting at Pine City Library Community Room 300 5th St SE, Pine City, MN Pastor Dennis Eng 320-336-9292 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m. (Call for location) www.southpinebaptist.org Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m. Growing in Grace Preschool Mon-Wed- Fri a.m. Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683

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PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER June 17 - 24 Theft, burglary, vandalism June 17, 7:11 a.m., report of hit and run property, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pine City. June 18, 3:24 p.m., report of fraud/scam/ID..., Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City. June 18, 3:27 p.m., report of theft, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. June 18, 10:24 p.m., report of property lost/found, Cross Lake Rd., Pine City. June 19, 1:18 p.m., report of theft, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. June 20, 10:47 a.m., report of property lost/found, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. June 20, 6:43 p.m., report of damage to vehicle, 8th Ave. SE, Pine City. June 21, 8:11 p.m., report of threats, 1st Ave. SE, Pine City. June 22, 4:37 p.m., report of MVA property damage, Fairway Rd. SW, Pine City. June 23, 2:10 p.m., report of burglary, Hummingbird Rd., Braham.

Miscellaneous

June 17, 12:18 p.m., report of customer trouble, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City. June 18, 2:49 p.m., report of animal disturbance, Amber Ln., Pine City. June 19, 5:36 a.m., report of disturbance, Aspen Cir., Pine City. June 20, 10:10 a.m., report of threats, Holstein Dr. NE, Pine City. June 22, 10:55 a.m., report of dangerous animal, Lakeview Shore Dr., Pine City. June 22, 10:42 p.m., report of suicide threat, Meadow Creek, Pine City. June 23, 3:42 p.m., report of dead body, Beroun Crossing, Brook Park. June 23, 11:29 p.m., report of disturbance, 2nd St. SE, Pine City.

Fires and accidents

June 17, 8:38 p.m., report of personal injury/off..., Auburn Rd., Grasston. June 20, 1:35 a.m., report of personal injury accident, Pokegama Lake Rd., Pine City.

Jail roster

June 18, Corrin Tara Locke, warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. June 18, Michael Duane Matson, hold for other agency, probation violation. June 18, Casey James Purull, hold for other agency, probation violation. June 18, Shawn Micheal Wierson, hold for other agency, theft- take/use/ transfer movable propertyno consent; probable cause, ﬂeeing a peace officer by a means other than a motor vehicle. June 18, Russell Ernest Towle, hold for other agency: probation violation warrant, traffic- driver’s license- driving after can-

cellation- inimical to public safety; fugitive from justice from other state. Released June 22. June 18, Derek Duell Abram, probable cause, domestic abuse- violate order for protection. Released June 20. June 18, Gregory Thomas Welcher, hold for other agency: bench felony warrant. Released June 19. June 18, Caleb Jordan White, hold for other agency: bench- gross misdemeanor. Released June 19. June 19, Billy Joe Snyder, warrant, simple robbery, aggravated robbery- 1st degree, burglary- 2nd degree- dwelling, assault in the 5th degree- gross misdemeanor- within three years of previous conviction, hold for other agency, fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle. June 19, Joseph Peter Hartman, under sentence: serving 6 days- concurrent. Released June 24. June 19, Joshua James Solots, warrant: bench felony warrant, receiving stolen property. Released June 23. June 19, Joleen Michelle Thornton, parole/probation violation, traffic- DWIoperate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol. Released June 22. June 19, Jeffrey Allen Casler, probable cause, public nuisance, disorderly conduct. Released June 21. June 19, Jesse James Murray, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- procure/ possess/control over a controlled substance. Released June 21. June 19, Eson Jay Gronbeck, warrant, failure to appear, theft- theft of motor fuel from retailer. Released June 20. June 19, Larry Roy Kiefat Jr., writ- drugs- 5th degree. Released June 20. June 19, Valerie Bernice Caron, summons- assault4th degree- peace officer, obstruct legal processlawful execution legal process. Released June 19. June 19, Kyle Scott Pray, summons- drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released June 19. June 19, Korie Frederick Schroeder, summons: traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle under influence of controlled substance. Released June 19. June 19, Jeffrey Michael Schwartz, summons- possession or sale of stolen or counterfeit check. Released June 19. June 20, James Dean Lafave, probable cause, domestic abuse no contact order. June 20, Kyle Yancey-Lee Engevik, writ- drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana, 3rd degreesale- narcotic, 2nd degreesale 10 grams or more- a narcotic other than heroin within 90-day period. Released June 22. June 20, Jacob Ronald Lewis, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- pos-

sess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released June 22. June 20, Heather Marie Allen, probable cause, DWI- 4th degree driving while impaired. Released June 20. June 20, Lucas Lars Dimmen, hold for other agency: bench felony warrant. Released June 20. June 21, Tony Allen Nowling, warrant- misdemeanor, theft- take/use/transfer movable propertyno consent. Released June 21. June 21, Tyler John Shabaiash, warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. June 21, Jerome Thomas Clepper, warrant: bench felony warrant, financial transaction card frauduse- no consent. Released June 22. June 22, Travis James Thielman, warrant, damage to property- 1st degree, violate contact order- within 10 years of the first of two or more convictions, assault in the 5th degree, gross misdemeanor- within three years of previous conviction. June 22, Michelle Renee Trudeau, probable cause, traffic- DWI- 2nd degree driving while impaired, 2 or more aggravating factors. June 22, Vernon Brumbaugh, probable cause, domestic assault- definition- strangulation means impeding normal breathing or circulation. June 22, Daniel Mark Chamberlin, warrant, trespass-misdemeanor. June 22, Terence Kelly Icard, probable cause, fugitive from justice from other state; warrant, liquor- consumption by persons under 21; hold for other agency. June 22, Danah Lee Mason, warrant, theft- take/drive motor vehicle- no owner consent. June 22, Shonda Lynn Mcfaggen, warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. June 22, Roger Bruce Nahl, probable cause, domestic abuse no contact order- violate no contact order. June 22, Khou Yang, warrant, theft- take/use/ transfer movable propertyno consent. June 23, Nicole Anne Koffler, probable cause, traffic- DWI- 3rd degree driving while impaired, 1 aggravating factor; endangerment of a child- person or health...; drugs- 5th degree controlled substancepossession. June 23, Nicholas Lee Hanson, probable cause, disorderly conduct. June 24, Terri Lynn Eigenheer, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree controlled substancepossession, possess/sale small amount of marijuana- no remuneration, controlled substances- drug paraphernalia; 4th degree driving while impaired. June 24, Markos Adam Demarre, probable cause, disorderly conduct. Released June 24.

Minnesota Starwatch

Celestial pairings mark July’s skies BY DEANE MORRISON

Earth reaches aphelion, its farthest point from the sun, on July 6, when we’ll be 94.5 million miles from our parent star. But while giving the sun a wide berth, Earth cozies up to Mars in spectacular fashion. And, like a series of opening acts, other solar system bodies present a parade of celestial pairings. As the spring constellation Leo dives toward the sunset, the lion’s bright heart, Regulus, slips by Venus. On the 9th, the star passes just one degree (two moon widths) from the planet. The morning of the 10th, a waning moon rises close to Aldebaran, the eye of Taurus, the bull. The evening of the 15th, a young crescent moon of the next cycle makes a lovely companion to Venus. The moon goes on to visit Jupiter on the 20th, Saturn on the 24th, and Mars on the 26th and 27th. At 12:07 a.m. Friday, the 27th, Earth laps Mars in the orbital race. Mars is then at opposition, or opposite the sun in the sky, so it will be up all night. However, that night the moon will be near Mars and almost full, plenty bright enough to steal some of Mars’ luster. The evening of the 27th, July’s full moon rises even closer to Mars, but as the most distant full moon of 2018, it won’t look especially big. Three nights later—at 2:50 a.m.

Tuesday, the 31st—Earth sweeps to just 35,785,000 miles from Mars. This will make Mars the closest and brightest it’s been since summer 2003, when our two worlds made their closest approach in nearly 60,000 years. By then the moon will have waned and moved eastward far enough to give Mars a decent head start getting into the sky. Look for Mars in the southeast after the sky has darkened. If you’re on a calm body of water, enjoy its shimmering reflection. Shining above Mars, the Summer Triangle of bright stars is now well up in the east after nightfall. Brightest is Vega, in Lyra, the lyre, at the northwest corner of the Triangle. Below Vega is Altair, in Aquila, the eagle, the southern point of the Triangle. And in the northeast corner, Deneb anchors the Northern Cross, which outlines the graceful form of Cygnus, the swan. West of the Triangle, brilliant Arcturus, in kite-shaped Bootes, the herdsman, outshines even Vega. Immediately east of Bootes hangs Corona Borealis, the northern crown. Its neighbor to the east is an hourglass of stars marking the upside-down body of Hercules. With all these bright stars and planets up at the same time, this July’s evening sky promises to be one of the most memorable.

Pine City Horseshoe League Horseshoe League results 2018

Team Eric Dehkes/Janet Turner Nathan Dehkes/Rick Wright Lori Fore/Megan Willhite Jessica Clementson/Jessica Dehkes Alvin Barclay/Jen O’Neil Dave Ruis/Andy Johnson Del Sterle/Larry Swanson Michael Willert/Butch Willert Jake Allen/Joe Allen James Donahue II/Trevor Willhite Trevor Teich/Larissa Teich Lisa Barclay/Jerry Gronau Caleb Christenson/Kim Christenson Jamie Scarbrough/Kyle Lockwood Jamie Hepburn/Hoss Otis Amber Reinsch/Kaily Reinsch

Total wins as of June 18 43 40 32 32 32 29 26 22 21 20 17 17 11 10 4 4

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Second semester Dragon Academic Awards

Pine City Elementary recently awarded the Dragon Academic Awards to 286 students in grades four through six for their high achievement during the second half of the school year. Awards were presented to students for maintaining an A average during third or fourth quarter, most overall academic improvement during the second half of the school year, citizenship, most effort, high creative abilities in written expression, and outstanding music skills. Fourth Grade Ethan Aagaard Peyton Allen Milo Babolik Mylee Barton Brady Berglund Addison Blaiser Eli Blatz Arthur Bostrom Emily Brady Weston Clementson Allison Court Carter Cunnien Karly Dahlberg Aamina Davis Jaidyn Diem Jack Duchene Abbygail Duclos Tyler Dwyer Arianna Eichert Jayden Evenson Alayna Fauskee Corben Fedder Andrea Feela Bryson Fulton Jaydn Garoutte Paige Gray Jaylyn Grunewald Allyson Hall Darian Hall Allie Hanson Bryana Hazelton Emilee Heinl Taylar Hejny Gabriella Hiler Caleb Hogberg Easton Hole Lean Hudlow Madelon Humeniuk Shayla Johnson Olivia Johnson Shayla Johnson Eli Kallberg

Jaxon Karas Garrett Kenmir Brynn Kenowski-Frisch Madis Knight Averee Kubesh Vivian Lahti R. J. Larsen Gracie Larson Veronica Lavenduskey McCall Leger Alana Linnell Chas Maloney Celeste Mancia Chas Maloney Hanna Maskrey Noah McDaniel Kennedy McKenzie Cedric Milton Ashton Moore Jack Myers James Noreen Madyson Nybo Kaia Raines Rikkayla Rarick Teagan Rasinski Emily Reed Adyson Roberts Teresa Root Janesya Root Olivia Sammis Michaela Sanchez Cheyenne Sandell Rhivers Sauter Claire Schmidt Caylee Segarra Brittany Shellito Blake Sommerfield Jacob Staber Kendall Steele Eric Stokley Isaac Theisen Taylor Tollefson Ryleigh Towle Gracelyn Troiber Bohdan Valvoda Mao Vang Ava Vie

Administrative Assistant/ Gift Shop Manager Wanted The Burnett County Historical Society is accepting applications for this employment position at Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park. In a beautiful north woods setting, the Historical Park is a Burnett County hub of activity for adults and children of all ages. Applicants must be comfortable interacting with the public and volunteers, have strong computer skills, be well organized in managing Gift Shop operations, be able to walk the uneven ground throughout the park, be adaptable to various needs, must be willing to work weekends and holidays throughout the summer season and at other times of the year as programming demands arise. This is a seasonal position March thru December. No benefits available.

Deadline to apply: Friday, July 13 Download application form on our website: theforts.org. Mail or e-mail application form with a cover letter to:

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MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Special Meeting – Local Government Meeting Tuesday, June 5, 2018, 9:00 a.m. Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Chair Hallan called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Josh Mohr, John Mikrot, Jr., and Matt Ludwig. Absent Commissioner Steve Chaffee (excused). Also present were State Senator Tony Lourey, Representative Jason Rarick, County Auditor-Treasurer Cathy Clemmer, Land Services Director Kelly Schroeder, Health and Human Services Director Becky Foss, Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom, Probation Director Terry Fawcett, and County Administrator David Minke. State Senator Tony Lourey and Representative Jason Rarick provided a legislative update and stated that although it was a challenging session, progress was made. Senator Lourey also commented on various MNDOT projects currently taking place in Pine County. Discussion was held with those in attendance. With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:52 a.m. Stephen M. Hallan, Chair Pine County Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, County Administrator Clerk to the Pine County Board of Commissioners Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 28, 2018 POKEGAMA TOWNSHIP 18336 TOWN HALL ROAD PINE CITY, MN S5063 PHONE #320-629-3719 pokegamatownhall@yahoo.com NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pokegama Township, Pine County, Minnesota will be accepting quotes for the installation of 2, 15”x32’ driveway culverts with aprons, 2, 18”x32’ driveway culverts with aprons, 1, 18”x32’ road culvert with aprons on Linden Tree Road north of Pole Road and 1, 24”x36’ road culvert with aprons on White Oak Road at the intersection of Homestead Road. During culvert installation there should be a special emphasis on compaction and upon completion all exposed soil area must be seeded and mulched. All culverts and aprons will be supplied by Pokegama Township. Awarded Contractor will be required to provide a current Certificate of Insurance prior to performing the job. All quotes must be received by the Town Clerk by noon on July 12th, 2018 at the Pokegama Town Hall located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, Minnesota 55063. Pokegama Township reserves the right to reject any or all submitted quotes. Susan L. Alderink Administrative Clerk Pokegama Township Posted: June 28th, 2018 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 28 and July 5, 2018 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS North Pine Government Center Sandstone, MN Pine County will receive sealed bids for the North Pine Government Center construction project until 2:00pm on Tuesday July 17, 2018, at which time bids will be opened and read aloud. Project Summary: new construction of a 12,000 sq. ft. administrative building. Building to be wood framed, brick faced one story with basement below a portion of the facility. Multiple prime bids are being accepted by bid category as listed in the Instructions to Bidders for the following Categories: Category 4: Masonry Category 6: Carpentry Category 7: Roofing Category 22: Plumbing Category 23: HVAC Category 26: Electrical & Security Systems An optional pre-bid conference will be held on July 10th, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the project site at 1602 Highway 23 N, Sandstone, MN 55072. Attendance is not mandatory, but strongly encouraged. Bids will be submitted split between labor/equipment and materials in order to utilize the County’s sales tax exemption. Completed bid forms shall be submitted without alterations, additions or erasures on forms provided in the project specifications. Sealed envelopes containing bids must be marked: North Pine Government Center with the bid category(s) marked on the outside, and also include the name and address of the bidder and date

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and hour of the bid opening. Bids shall be mailed or delivered to: Pine County Courthouse (Public opening to occur in County Boardroom) Attn: David Minke, County Administrator 635 Northridge Dr NW Pine City, MN 55063 Each bid greater than $10,000 shall be accompanied by bid bond, certified check, or cashier’s check in the amount of at least 5% of the amount of the bid and made payable to Pine County as bid security that, if the bid is accepted, the contractor will execute the contract and furnish the required performance and payment bonds within the allotted time period after award of contract. All bidders shall meet the requirements as defined under the Responsible Contractor Law, Statutes Section 16C.285. A signed statement under oath, verifying compliance with each of the minimum criteria shall be included with the bid submission. All correspondence relating to bidding shall be directed to the Construction Manager: Troy Haug, Project Manager Mark Haug Construction, Inc. 11754 Fairway Road SW, Pine City, MN 55063 Phone: 320-629-6607 Email: Troy@MHCinc.biz Bidding documents can be obtained from at MBEX.org for download, by contacting Mark Haug Construction Inc. Attn: Troy Haug at 320-629-6607 or Troy@MHCinc. biz. Bidding documents will be available for review only at the Pine County Courthouse, in the County Administrators’ conference room. Pine County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or parts of bids and waive any formalities or irregularities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after opening without consent of the County. Pine County Pine City, MN Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 21, 28 and July 5, 2018 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 17, 2012 MORTGAGOR: Zachary A. Steltenpohl and Kelly Steltenpohl, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Filed June 8, 2012, Pine County Registrar of Titles, Document No. T-17348 on Certificate of Title No. 6949.0. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Freedom Mortgage Corporation. Dated April 24, 2018 Filed May 29, 2018, as Document No. T-19938. Said Mortgage being upon Registered Land. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1000730-0085144285-5 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Freedom Mortgage Corporation RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Freedom Mortgage Corporation MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 10777 White Pine Road South, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 265231000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 18, Block 2, Snake River Estates, Pine County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $100,747.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $91,488.03 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county

as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 23, 2018 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 February 25, 2019, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: June 18, 2018 Freedom Mortgage Corporation Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 46 - 18-003961 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 2018 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: January 27, 2006 MORTGAGOR: James M. Larmore and Lauralee MaarteniesLarmore, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Citicorp Trust Bank, FSB. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded January 31, 2006 Pine County Recorder, Document No. 452228. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CRMSI REMIC SERIES 2006-02 - REMIC PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-02. Dated June 11, 2014 Recorded June 17, 2014, as Document No. A515034. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Citibank, N.A. successor in interest by merger to Citicorp Trust Bank, FSB RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Freedom Mortgage Corporation MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 28434 Wilderness Retreat, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 085114000 & 085115000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots 41 and 42, Block 1, Frandsen’s Beaver View, Pine County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $89,037.29 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE:

$79,391.58 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 9, 2018 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 February 11, 2019, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: June 7, 2018 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 10 - 18-003937 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2018 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: August 17, 2015 MORTGAGOR: Allisa S. Boeke, single woman. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Guaranteed Rate, Inc.. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 8, 2015 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A522624. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Guaranteed Rate, Inc.. Dated January 3, 2018 Recorded January 8, 2018, as Document No. A537750. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100196399008007245 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Guaranteed Rate, Inc. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Guaranteed Rate, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 130 6th Avenue Southeast, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 425387000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF

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PROPERTY: Lot 5, Block 47, Original Townsite of Pine City, Pine County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $76,095.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $79,510.77 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 9, 2018 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 February 11, 2019, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: June 4, 2018 Guaranteed Rate, Inc. 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 9 - 17-008070 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2018 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE IN DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Type: Quiet Title Court File No. 58-CV-18-316 SUMMONS Ryan Patrick Kelley and Carrie Tiffany Kelley, Plaintiffs, Vs. Northview Bank, James Hady, John Hady, Mary Winter, Ann Bailey, Mary Anomalay, Patrick Mayer, James Mayer, John Mayer, Amy Thalacker, Carol Mayer, Anthony Mayer, Todd Hady, Cheryl Hady, also the unknown Heirs of Nell Hady, deceased, also the unknown Heirs of Bernard W. Hady aka Bernie W. Hady, deceased, and also the unknown Heirs of John E. Hady aka John Edwin Hady, deceased and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein, Defendants. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: Northview Bank, James Hady, John Hady, Mary Winter, Ann Bailey, Mary Anomalay, Patrick Mayer, James Mayer, John Mayer, Amy Thalacker, Carol Mayer, Anthony Mayer, Todd Hady, Cheryl Hady, and also the unknown Heirs of Nell

Hady, deceased, also the unknown Heirs of Bernard W. Hady aka Bernie W. Hady, deceased, and also the unknown Heirs of John E. Hady aka John Edwin Hady, deceased and all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file in the office of the court administrator of the above-named court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this summons located at: Ledin Hofstad Troth & Fleming, Ltd., 539 Main Street South, Pine City, MN 55063. 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not Answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. 7. THIS LAWSUIT MAY AFFECT OR BRING INTO QUESTION TITLE TO REAL PROPERTY located in Pine County, State of Minnesota, legally described as: Fractional West Half of Northwest Quarter, Section 31, Township 39 North of Range 21 West of the Fourth Principal Meridian according to the United States Government Survey, subject to highway easement, Pine County, Minnesota. The object of this action is to obtain an Order for the following relief: a. Determining that Plaintiffs are owners of the subject property as described above in fee simple, and that none of the Defendants have any right, title, estate, interest, or lien in the real estate described in the Complaint. 557.03 NOTICE OF NO PERSONAL CLAIM Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 557.03, you are hereby served with notice that no personal claim is made against you and that any defendant upon whom this notice is served who unreasonably defends this action shall pay full costs to the plaintiff. Dated this 19th day of June, 2018. Ledin Hofstad Troth & Fleming, Ltd. /s/ Chelsie Troth Attorney for Plaintiff 539 Main Street South Pine City, MN 55063 (320) 629-7537 Attorney Reg. No. 0395709 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 28, July 5 and 12, 2018

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OFFICE OF MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME MINNESOTA STATUTES, 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. ASSUMED NAME: YESS! with Dan PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 14324 Linden Tree Rd Grasston MN 55030 United States NAMEHOLDER(S): Name: Cindy Hawkes Address: 14324 Linden Tree Grasston Minnesota 55030 United States If you submit an attachment, it will be incorporated into this document. If the attachment conflicts with the information specifically set forth in this document, this document supersedes the data referenced in the attachment.

By typing my name, 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. SIGNED BY: Cindy Hawkes MAILING ADDRESS: 14324 Linden Tree Rd GRASSTON MN 55030 EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES: cindy@companysea.com Work Item 1020208500025 Original File Number 1020208500025 STATE OF MINNESOTA

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FILED 6/09/2018 11:59 PM Steve Simon Secretary of State Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 21 and 28, 2018STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN DISTRICT COURT 4TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File Number 27-CV-183895 Case Type: Harassment Julie Janette Bohlin, Petitioner, v. Jason Lee Bernardi, Respondent(s) Notice of Issuance of Temporary (Ex Parte) Harassment Restraining Order By Publication To Respondent named above: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Harassment Order For Relief has been issued in the above matter. You may request a hearing on this matter if you file a Request for

Hearing with the Court within 20 days of the issuance of a Temporary (Ex Parte) Harassment Restraining Order. Date: 06/04/2018 /S/ MATT SATRIANO Court Administrator/Deputy FILED JUN 01 2018 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 28, 2018 Summary Minutes of the City of Rock Creek June 7, 2018 Mayor Saari called the Rock Creek City Council meeting to order at 7PM. Members present: Craig Saari, Joe Babolik, Sam Christenson and Dick Johnson. Absent: Pam Hinze. Others present: Nancy Runyan, Rod Stevens, Ron and Sue Gardner, Amy Thompson, Sara Mans, Glen Goebel and Don Burger. Babolik motioned seconded by Johnson to approve the May 3, 2018 minutes. Motion passed unanimous-

ly. Christenson motioned seconded by Babolik that the city pays the registration fee and pay for a hotel room for Pam Hinze to attend the League of Minnesota Cities 2018 Annual Conference. Motion carried all ayes. Christenson motioned seconded by Johnson to hire a Cemetery Caretaker, at the Mayor’s discretion. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Johnson to approve Minor Subdivision #MSD-18-001 for Ron & Susan Gardner. Motion carried all ayes. Christenson motioned seconded by Babolik to change the July Council meeting to Monday July 9, 2018. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson motioned seconded by Babolik to change the August Council meeting to Monday August 6, 2018. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson moved seconded by Christenson to approve the Election Judges for the 2018 Primary and General Election, setting the wage at $12 an hour. Motion carried all ayes.

Christenson motioned seconded by Babolik to approve the Resolution for Certificates of Deposit at Stearns Bank, the Authorized Representative’s are the Mayor and the Treasurer. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Christenson to proceed with enforcement on Parcel ID #R43.0393.000 regarding the failure to have the required Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Compliance Inspection done. Forward the file to the Pine County Attorney’s Office for prosecution. Motion carried all ayes. Johnson motioned seconded by Christenson to approve payment of check #’s 14383 – 14415 and E-transfers totaling $19,386.08. Motion carried unanimously. Johnson motioned seconded by Babolik to adjourn at 9:10PM. Motion passed unanimously. Sandra Pangerl City Clerk Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 28, 2018

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