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Farmers fight to recover from cold, wet spring

BY TERRY SALMELA NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

The late winter, cold and wet spring have had area farmers scrambling to get their wheat, corn and soybeans planted.

Recent warmer and drier

weather this past week has finally allowed them to get back into their fields.

“It’s been a heck of a spring,” said Kevin Carlson, chief agronomist and sales manager for Federated Coop Agron-

omy Department. “The weather is fine now, but things are late. It has been a cool, wet spring and it’s a slower growing season.”

Rick Stromberg is a sales representative for Pioneer Hybrids and

raises 400 acres of corn and soybeans south of Mora. He said 2014 was the worst year of his career.

“This year was setting up to be the second worst,” Stromberg said.

“However, when the sun

comes out, farmers’ attitude changes and they want to plant. No one has said that they were going to give up.”

There were a few warm and dry days in mid-May when farmers got wheat planted and a start on

corn and soybean planting. What got planted at that time has emerged and looks good. It has benefited from the rains in May and the recent warm and drier weather.

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Math Masters rise to the challenge Peyton Allen, Mallory Clepper, Cheyenne Dixon, Alana Linnell and Noah McDaniel represented Pine City Elementary School in the 5th grade Math Master’s Challenge in Prior Lake earlier this month. Noah achieved 9th place and Alana achieved 5th place in the fact drill. Alana also placed 7th in the individual round. Overall, the team placed 4th out of the 22 teams competing.

The Pine County Sheriff’s Office reports that the main suspect in a May 25 shooting near Hinckley was found dead on May 30.

According to a press release from the sheriff’s office, on May 30, Pine County deputies recovered a body in the Little Sand Creek. The body was transported to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy.

The deceased has been identified as Allen W. Hasser, 60, of Hinckley. Hasser had previously been identified as the individual suspected of shooting another man in the shoulder on May 25.

A witness to the May 25 incident said the suspect and victim had been in a physical altercation when the suspect walked back to his residence on the property to get a gun. The victim was attempting to leave the property in his vehicle when the suspect fired multiple shots from a handgun, striking the vehicle and the victim. Hasser’s body was recovered west of the residence on Little Sand Creek Road where the shooting took place.

The sheriff’s office reports that the cause of death is pending and more information will be released once autopsy results have been received.

Franklin newspapers join Pioneer family NORTHSTAR MEDIA, INC.

Tim Franklin’s group of northern Minnesota print and digital news publications are now part of neighboring Northstar Media, Inc., a company owned by Gene and Carter Johnson.

Titles sold include the Pine County Courier in Sandstone, Askov American, Hinckley News, Star Gazette in Moose Lake,

the Evergreen shopper, Minnesota Flyer aviation magazine, and Hinckley Print, as well as related web and mobile sites, events and niche products.

“I am blessed to find another family owner to continue to provide news and advertising to our longtime readers,” said Tim Franklin. “This is a sad day for me and also a happy day. I first and

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MS 150 more than a bike ride, it’s a mission or another.

“There’s no shame in not finishing,” said Nelson.

Those pledges still count.

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This weekend Bob Nelson will bike his 27th MS 150. Nelson said biking the MS 150 started as something fun to do with his 12-year-old son, but it has turned into much more.

The annual Bike MS: C.H. Robinson ride is a fundraiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society consisting of a 75-mile bike ride Saturday from Proctor High School to Hinckley utilizing the Willard Munger State Trail and another 75 miles on Sunday from Hinckley to a Twin Cities location using Highway 61 and the Sunrise Prairie and Hardwood Creek trails, for a total of 150 miles. This year, the ride ends at Century College in White Bear Lake.

According to the MS Society, the C.H. Robinson MS 150 started in 1980 with 200 cyclists riding from Minneapolis to Duluth and has expanded to more than 70 rides across the country. They are estimating there will be around 3,500 riders at this year’s event raising more than $3 million to help find a cure.

Nelson figures he’s ridden nearly 4,000 miles so far during the events — the equivalent of all the way across the United States and 1/3 of the way back — plus over 13,000 training miles.

“You don’t just hop on a bike and do 150 miles,” he said in a phone interview Monday. But he said people shouldn’t be intimidated by it. “It’s a friendly ride, not a race.”

He also figures he has raised about $98,000 in pledges and contributions to the MS Society.

He said, “I’ve always loved bicycling,” but the ride is more of a mission now that he has met people who have MS or whose loved ones have MS.

THE RIDERS Nelson said his son rode five or six times with him, but over the years he has “pulled a few more into the fold” including coworkers, friends and family members.

“I’ll be 71 a few weeks after the ride,” said Nelson. His riding companions are 69, 70 and 71. “Our youngster is 55,” he said.

Two are from Pine City like himself, Ron and Bob Christenson, sons of Arnold Christenson who managed the Land O’Lakes plant in Pine City.

Nelson said people might recall his dad, Gordon Nelson, ran the meatpacking plant out by Pokegama Lake.

“We feel pretty good that we can do this,” and they hope to keep going as long as they can, said Nelson.

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WHAT IS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS? There is a broad range of functioning and disability associated with this central nervous system disease because it disrupts the flow of information within the brain and between the brain and the body.

That leads to symptoms like numbness and tingling, walking difficulties, fatigue, dizziness, pain, depression, blindness and paralysis. The symptoms also vary from person to person.

A recent study funded by the National MS Society estimates nearly 1 million people live with MS in the U. S. Nelson said not everyone has the resources to deal with the disease and its effects on their day-to-day life.

Funds raised go toward everything from research to medication to modifying someone’s home to make it more accessible.

“It feels good to see people get help,” said Nelson.

THE RIDE “The people who volunteer are pleasant. It makes the whole ride enjoyable,” Nelson said. “And it’s a beautiful ride,” he added. There are rest stops every 12-15 miles all along the way, with food, hydration, first aid, mechanical help and bathrooms.

“They take pretty good care of you,”

Bob Nelson (far left) figures he’s ridden nearly 4,000 miles as part of the MS 150 event.

he said. Saturday’s stops include Carlton, Mahtowa, Moose Lake, Willow River (where lunch is served), Finlayson and ending in Hinckley. Sunday’s stops include Pine City, Rush City, North Branch (where lunch is served), Wyoming and Hugo, before reaching White Bear Lake. Those who raise $1,000 or more can receive special treats along the way.

Nelson trains most of the time alone, but he does ride in a group that trains a few times together before the ride. They ride in a line with the bikes about 2 feet apart going 16-18 mph, drafting each other, and take turns pulling at the front, with the front rider peeling off to the left every two minutes and rejoining the group at the end of the line.

It makes the ride easier, and allows them to maintain a pace they all can sustain for the day.

“You need to trust people in your group. If you do go down, it can be pretty rough,” he said.

He’s ridden in 43 degree cold and 90 plus degree heat, in rain, hail and thunderstorms. He recalls the ride being suspended for a while in North Branch last year where riders were gathered in a church basement for a time to ride out

a particularly nasty storm, but those kinds of arrangements are not always possible.

“Come prepared for whatever you’ve got to handle,” he said.

“Sometimes you overdress because it’s cold when you start,” he said, but biking gear is pretty compactible. “You try to get by with the minimum amount of gear.”

There are people who haul luggage and set up tents for the riders. Some riders choose to sleep in a hotel. Nelson said he goes home to shower and sleep since he lives near Pokegama Lake outside of Pine City.

“I’m always impressed by the commitment people have to it,” Nelson said.

A few little mishaps are inevitable with 3,000 plus riders, but Nelson said, folks carry bike tools and pumps and are willing to lend a hand should there be the occasional flat tire.

There were about 1,000 riders when he first started.

“They do a great job minimizing risk ... Safety is a big issue and they pay a lot of attention to it,” said Nelson.

There are even support vehicles, also known as Sag Wagons, for those who can’t finish the day’s ride for one reason

SUPPORT THE MS 150 Nelson said it isn’t just the riders who make the event; it’s the donors. Participants are required to collect a minimum of $300 in pledges.

“It’s people who pledge that make the ride successful.” He said some have been pledging every year for more than 20 years. It adds up to thousands of dollars.

Those who wish to support the MS 150 can go online at http://www.BikeMS. org and donate. It’s not too late. Donations are collected up until four weeks after a ride. Nelson is shooting for $6,000 in pledges this year.

The public can also support the ride by cheering on the riders as they pass through their communities and all along the route. He said he appreciated some residents setting out lawn sprinklers for riders to ride through if they chose to when it is hot.

Nelson said folks can sit out in their lawn chairs and wave and cheer as they go by and get a sense for what the ride is like – and maybe join in next year.

TIPS FOR TRYING THE MS 150 Nelson was quick to say, “Anybody can do this really,” and gave these pointers: – Sign up with the MS Society online.

– Be willing to contact people for pledges.

– Make sure your bike is in condition for a 150-mile ride.

– Train. Start about the first of April to get in 300-400 miles. Nelson said he starts out biking two to three days per week riding 25-30 miles and increases the distances to 40-, 50- and 60-mile rides to get his muscles and his rear in condition.

– It’s fun to get a group together and make it a social event.

Nelson said the MS ride is a win for everyone: riders get the exercise and camaraderie, donors get the opportunity to be involved, and those with MS get the help they need.

Students sing out Pine City Elementary School choir students took the stage on May 14 for their last concert of the year, sharing a selection of favorite songs with an appreciative audience of family and friends.

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Art in the Park The Pine City Arts Council presents Miss Myra & the Moonshiners at Art in The Park on Friday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Robinson Park in downtown Pine City. The Pine City Girl Scouts will begin serving bratwurst dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Free transportation by Arrowhead Transit for everyone within two miles; call 1-800-862-0175.

Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the music.

SATURDAY JUNE 8 Experience the Gettysburg address Experience the Gettysburg address with storyteller Dale Blanshan, who will be dressed in period attire to give Abraham Lincoln’s famous speech at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 8 at the Rush City Public Library.

This free event is recommended for all ages, especially families, as children love to see Blanshan dressed as the 16th president of the United States.

No registration necessary.

Call 320-358-3948 for additional information.

SUNDAY JUNE 9 Build personal care kits On Sunday, June 9 all ages are invited to Gather4Good® with Catholic United Financial and assemble 2,000 personal care kits for the homeless. This event will take place at 11 a.m. at the Pine County Fairgrounds in Pine City. Refreshments, live music and kids’ activities will be provided to make the event fun and rewarding for the whole family. More information about Gather4Good is available at www.gather4good.org/pinecity-june2019 or on social media: facebook.com/catholicunited or twitter.com/catholicuf. Donations to help pay for kit contents can be made online at www. gather4good.org/donate.

Summer Gospel Nights On Sunday, June 9 the public is invited to a free Summer Gospel Nights concert featuring The Preacher’s Daughters at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hinckley. Located at 405 2nd St. NW, the show begins at 6:30 p.m. Email jenniferkubesh@ yahoo.com with any questions.

Kids crafts at Mille Lacs Kids ages 5 and up are invited to decorate an Ojibwe-style shoulder bag at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post on Saturday, June 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (allow an hour to make the craft). Shoulder bags are a simpler version of the Ojibwe bandolier bag.

Traditionally worn by men, the bandolier bag is an ornately decorated shoulder bag used for both decoration and function. Call 320-532-3632 or email millelacs@mnhs.org with any questions.

Play pickleball Beginning Saturday, June 8 there will be organized pickleball for all levels at the Pine City Civic Center from 9-11 a.m. every Saturday. There will be designated courts for each level and beginners are welcome.

Email roube123@gmail.com for cost or other questions.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY JUNE 8 & 9 Woodland Pottery workshop Learn Woodland Pottery in a two-day workshop on Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 8 and 9 at the Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post. Dig clay, harvest the tempering agents and construct a clay vessel; then, after allowing pots to dry overnight, finish the surface details and temper the clay vessel in a firing pit. Registration

MONDAY JUNE 10 Women’s Christian Connection The Women’s Christian Connection will meet Monday, June 10, 7 p.m., in Tobies’ Big Kettle Room in Hinckley for an evening themed, “Bee-u-tiful Life.”

“Celebrating the Sweetness of Life” is the special feature, presented by Tony LeTourneau, a local beekeeper. A honey of a musical treat will be performed by sisters Rebekah and Keturah Cundiff, accompanied by their mother Katie. Guest speaker will be Suzanne Berg sharing her experience of “Joy in the Journey.” Reservations may be made by calling 320-3846413 or 320-245-2783; walk-ins are also welcome.

Teen Movie Night Teens can meet at the Pine City library to watch a movie from 7-10 p.m. Mondays, starting June 10. All movies are PG or PG-13, and the event is led by a vetted adult library volunteer.

Movie-goers (recommended ages 13-18) are welcome to bring their own snacks. Call the library at 320-629-6403 to find out each week’s movie title. No registration necessary.

TUESDAY JUNE 11 Space travel and model rocketry

Family Law Clinic The Refuge Network is sponsoring a free, open to the public, Family Law Clinic on Tuesday, June 11, 6 p.m., at the Family Pathways main office in North Branch (6413 Oak Street.) Attendees will learn the basics on dissolution and custody, receive helpful materials and have questions answered by an attorney. There may be an opportunity for two individuals to meet with an attorney individually after the main presentation.

Consultations will be on a first come, first serve basis. Visit www.familypathways.org or call Maggie at 651-257-2890 with questions.

WEDNESDAY JUNE 12 Rock out with The Jolly Pops East Central Regional Library welcomes families to rock out with a musical trio of dads called The Jolly Pops, a children’s music and entertainment group. On Wednesday, June 12 they will perform at the Pine City Library at 10:30 a.m., Hinckley Library at 1 p.m. and Sandstone Library at 3:30 p.m. Following the Sandstone performance, the Pine County Dairy Association will have the Dairy Wagon at the library, along with the Pine County Dairy Princesses to serve free ice cream cones. Attendance will be limited. Pick up a free ticket at the branch where you wish to attend.

MBC blood drive There will be a Memorial Blood Center blood drive on Wednesday, June 12, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Chris’ Food Center, Pine City. All presenting donors from June 1–30 are automatically entered to win one of 16 pairs of tickets to a Minnesota Twins game. For more information or to sign up to donate, call 1-888-GIVE-BLD or visit www.MBC.org.

Red Cross blood drive An American Red Cross blood drive will be held in Rush City on Wednesday, June 12 at the Rush City High School, 51001 Fairfield Ave., from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. For an appointment to donate call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

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THURSDAY JUNE 13 Kids will have a blast making a “rocket ship on a stick” toy that they can take home during a Pop-up Patio Crafts activity from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13 at East Central Regional Library Pine City. The library will provide materials to make 25 rocket ships. If the session fills, more than one child from the same household can work on one rocket ship if they want to share. This activity is recommended for ages 3-11.

No registration necessary. Call 320-629-6403 with questions.

Magnificent Red Hatters On Thursday, June 13 the Magnificent Red Hatters of Pine City will order lunch off the menu at Captains Trackside Grill, 1067 Hwy. 107, Braham, MN 55006 at 11:30 a.m. (lunch at noon). RSVP by June 10 to Marlys, 320-629-6617, or Linda, 651-426-4852. Guests are always welcome.

Mora’s Music in the Park The City of Mora’s Music In The Park summer concert series will feature The Bazillions children’s band at a free concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 in the gazebo of Library Park in downtown Mora. For more information visit www.ci.mora. mn.us.

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The Pine Area Lions will be holding their annual White Cane Days on June 14 and 15 at Chris’ Foods and Casey’s gas station in Pine City. Cash donations or used glasses (no glass cases please) will be collected at both locations 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday. The funds collected are used for sight programs such as MN Eye Bank and Lions’ Children’s Eye Clinic. For more information email at keke1942@gmail.com or 320-629-7498.

MONDAY JUNE 17 Summer Gardening Series On Monday, June 17, 6 p.m., the public is invited to the free Pine City Community Garden Summer Gardening Series “Early Season Garden Maintenance” session at the garden location at 10 SE 3rd St. In addition, there will be information on posture, adaptations and tools for “Pain Free Gardening.” For more information contact the Pine County Extension office at 800-657-3813 Ext. #3 or email Terry.Salmela@co.pine. mn.us.

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TUESDAY 6/11 American Legion & Auxiliary: Pine City American Legion, 7 p.m.

Pine County Republicans: 7:30 p.m., Tobies, Hinckley WEDNESDAY 6/12 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

June 10 - 14 Monday: Baked chicken Diane, buttered noodles and peas, beets, wheat bread, peaches Tuesday: Italian marinated pork roast, whipped potatoes w/gravy, carrots, dinner roll, cookie Wednesday: Sloppy joe on a bun, roasted sweet potatoes, corn, apricots Thursday: Scalloped potatoes w/ham, green beans, Mandarin oranges, breadstick, cereal bar Friday: Chef’s salad: lettuce, meat, cheese and vegetables; fresh watermelon, breadstick, strawberry shortcake Cost is $4.25 for people over 60 and $8 for under 60. Preregistration required by 1 p.m. a day in advance. Call the Pine City Senior Center at 320-629-3024 between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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PINECITYMN.COM TOP STORIES Below are last week’s most read stories on the Pine City Pioneer website at: www.pinecitymn. com 1. Pine City grad makes mark through journalism: A thirst to understand his Ojibwe heritage and a passion for reporting local news have landed a Pine City native the assignment of his dreams. Chris Aadland, a 2009 Pine City High School graduate, was selected to serve as a Report for America corps member.

2. Identity theft victim finds own name in jail roster: A person using the identity of Crystal Gayle Smith was arrested on May 11 on suspicion of drug possession. That name was on the report the Pine County Sheriff’s Office sent out to local media. When the real Smith was informed that her name was in the jail roster, she realized that this was another incident related to the identity theft of which she was already a victim.

3. Man shot, suspect at large: Deputies are searching for Allen W. Hasser, 60, of Hinckley after another man was shot in the Hinckley area.

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A Pure Miracle NORMANDY BEACHHEAD, June 12, 1944 – Due to a last-minute alteration in the arrangements, I didn’t arrive on the beachhead until the morning after D-day, after our first wave of assault troops had hit the shore.

By the time we got here the beaches had been taken and the fighting had moved a couple of miles inland. All that remained on the beach was some sniping and artillery fire, and the occasional startling blast of a mine geysering brown sand into the air.

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That plus a gigantic and pitiful litter of wreckage along miles of shoreline.

Submerged tanks and overturned boats and burned trucks and shell-shattered jeeps and sad little personal belongings were strewn all over these bitter sands. That plus the bodies of soldiers lying in rows covered with blankets, the toes of their shoes sticking up in a line as though on drill. And other bodies, uncollected, still sprawling grotesquely in the sand or half hidden by the high grass beyond the beach.

That plus an intense, grim determination of work-weary men to get this chaotic beach organized and get all the vital supplies and the reinforcements moving more rapidly over it from the stacked-up ships standing in droves out to sea.

Now that it is over it seems to me a pure miracle that we ever took the beach at all. For some of our units it was easy, but in this special sector where I am now our troops faced such odds that our getting ashore was like my whipping Joe Louis down to a pulp.

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PYLE: Eyewitness account of the Allied invasion of Normandy, 75 years ago FROM PAGE 1

tell you what the opening of the second front in this one sector entailed, so that you can know and appreciate and forever be humbly grateful to those both dead and alive who did it for you.

Ashore, facing us, were more enemy troops than we had in our assault waves. The advantages were all theirs, the disadvantages all ours.

The Germans were dug into positions that they had been working on for months, although these were not yet all complete.

A one-hundred-foot bluff a couple of hundred yards back from the beach had great concrete gun emplacements built right into the hilltop.

These opened to the sides instead of to the front, thus making it very hard for naval fire from the sea to reach them. They could shoot parallel with the beach and cover every foot of it for miles with artillery fire.

Then they had hidden machine-gun nests on the forward slopes, with crossfire taking in every inch of the beach. These nests were connected by networks of trenches, so that the German gunners could move about without exposing themselves.

Throughout the length of the beach, running zigzag a couple of hundred yards back from the shoreline, was an immense V-shaped ditch fifteen feet deep. Nothing could cross it, not even men on foot, until fills had been made. And in other places at the far end of the beach, where the ground is flatter, they had great concrete walls.

These were blasted by our naval gunfire or by explosives set by hand after we got ashore.

Our only exits from the beach were several swales or valleys, each about one hundred yards wide. The Germans made the most of these funnel-like traps, sowing them with buried mines. They contained, also, barbed-wire entanglements with mines attached, hidden ditches, and machine guns firing from the slopes.

This is what was on the shore. But our men had to go through a maze nearly as deadly as this before they even got ashore. Underwater obstacles were terrific.

The Germans had whole fields of evil devices under the water to catch our boats. Even now, several days after the landing, we have cleared only channels through them and cannot yet approach the whole length of the beach with our ships.

Even now some ship or boat hits one of these mines every day and is knocked out of commission.

The Germans had masses of those great sixpronged spiders, made of

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Journalist Ernie Pyle meets with a US tank crew in Europe in 1944.

railroad iron and standing shoulder-high, just beneath the surface of the water for our landing craft to run into. They also had huge logs buried in the sand, pointing upward and outward, their tops just below the water. Attached to these logs were mines.

In addition to these obstacles they had floating mines offshore, land mines buried in the sand of the beach, and more mines in checkerboard rows in the tall grass beyond the sand. And the enemy had four men on shore for every three men we had approaching the shore.

And yet we got on.

Beach landings are planned to a schedule that is set far ahead of time. They all have to be timed, in order for everything to mesh and for the following waves of troops to be standing off the beach and ready to land at the right moment.

As the landings are planned, some elements of the assault force are to break through quickly, push on inland, and attack the most obvious enemy strong points. It is usually the plan for units to be inland, attacking gun positions from

behind, within a matter of minutes after the first men hit the beach.

I have always been amazed at the speed called for in these plans.

You’ll have schedules calling for engineers to land at H-hour plus two minutes, and service troops at H-hour plus thirty minutes, and even for press censors to land at H-hour plus seventy-five minutes. But in the attack on this special portion of the beach where I am – the worst we had, incidentally – the schedule didn’t hold.

Our men simply could not get past the beach.

They were pinned down right on the water’s edge by an inhuman wall of fire from the bluff. Our first waves were on that beach for hours, instead of a few minutes, before they could begin working inland.

You can still see the foxholes they dug at the very edge of the water, in the sand and the small, jumbled rocks that form parts of the beach.

Medical corpsmen attended the wounded as best they could. Men were killed as they stepped out of landing craft. An officer whom I knew got a bullet

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The first crack in the beach defenses was finally accomplished by terrific and wonderful naval gunfire, which knocked out the big

emplacements. They tell epic stories of destroyers that ran right up into shallow water and had it out point-blank with the big guns in those concrete emplacements ashore.

When the heavy fire stopped, our men were organized by their officers and pushed on inland, circling machine-gun nests and taking them from the rear.

As one officer said, the only way to take a beach is to face it and keep going. It is costly at first, but it’s the only way. If the men are pinned down on the beach, dug in and out of action, they might as well not be there at all.

They hold up the waves behind them, and nothing is being gained.

Our men were pinned down for a while, but finally they stood up and went through, and so we took that beach and accomplished our landing. We did it with every advantage on the enemy’s side and every disadvantage on ours.

In the light of a couple of days of retrospection, we sit and talk and call it a miracle that our men

ever got on at all or were able to stay on.

Before long it will be permitted to name the units that did it. Then you will know to whom this glory should go.

They suffered casualties.

And yet if you take the entire beachhead assault, including other units that had a much easier time, our total casualties in driving this wedge into the continent of Europe were remarkably low – only a fraction, in fact, of what our commanders had been prepared to accept.

And these units that were so battered and went through such hell are still, right at this moment, pushing on inland without rest, their spirits high, their egotism in victory almost reaching the smart-alecky stage.

Their tails are up.

“We’ve done it again,” they say. They figure that the rest of the army isn’t needed at all. Which proves that, while their judgment in this regard is bad, they certainly have the spirit that wins battles and eventually wars.

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Brothers found dead in 1919, double fratricide suspected 50 Years Ago, 1969

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10 Years Ago, 2009 Joseph Bombard, a Pine City native, will appear in the Minneapolis Musical Theatre production of Zanna, Don’t!, opening in downtown Minneapolis on June 5. Bombard is the son of Brian and Deb Bombard of Pine City. Joe Bombard, age 26, is now a resident of Minneapolis.

He received his Bachelor of Arts in acting and directing from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. He has appeared on stage in numerous plays and musicals in Minnesota and Massachusetts including productions of Cabaret, Tony ‘N Tina’s Wedding, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Years and others.

The Section 5A Track and Field Ago Tournament at St. John’s UniversiKim ty was on May 27 on a cool, breezy day. Highlighting the event for the David Dragons were three new school records set: Holly Staples captured the 200-meter dash record after tying it earlier in the season; Erin Pangerl captured the 400-meter dash record after tying it earlier in the season and missed a chance at the State meet by two hundredths of a second; and Sherry Rike broke the 3200-meter run record previously set by Amy Johnson in 1996 of 12:34.04. “We had many personal bests despite the cold, windy conditions,” said Coach Jared Polzine.

25 Years Ago, 1994 Pine City High School recently announced the 1994 Athletes of the Year and Sportsman of the Year. For the first time since both awards have existed, an athlete won both honors. BJ Patzoldt was chosen by the coaches for the George Saunders Athlete of the Year.

The Dragon Club also made him Sportsman of the Year for his character and personality during practice and sporting events. The girls Athlete of the Year was a tie, a first in the 15 years in which the award has been given. Chelsey Koppen and Carrie Eberhart were both given the Les Nell award. Dragon Club Sportsman of the Year award for girls went to Suzie Misel and Krista Orn. Mark Hobson graduated cum laude from the University of North Dakota at Grand Forks on May 15.

He received a Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautical studies. During his years at UND, Hobson was a member of the marching band, a member of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, holding many offices including president, and was on the UND Alumni Board. He is the son of Joe and Marge Hobson, Pine City.

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Donna Feyma, Miss Pine City, left Tuesday of this week for Austin, where she will participate in a four-day schedule of events, climaxing with the Miss Minnesota competition finals on June 14.

The village council passed an ordinance at its June meeting Wednesday of last week granting an exclusive franchise to Pine City Cable TV, Inc., a subsidiary of Mid-Continent TV Company, a Florida based firm to operate and maintain a community antenna television system in the village of Pine City.

75 Years Ago, 1944 Since June 11 has been designated the Pine County Temperance Sunday, the United Temperance Movement of Minnesota has made arrangements to have a number of its speakers in the churches of the county on that Sunday.

Now more than ever before, help and time is needed for surgical dressings. The situation is serious. Anyone can learn to roll a bandage. You are needed at Red Cross headquarters twice each week.

Joan Huber, Mary Gustafson, Delphia Wenborg, Dorothy Lentz and Dorothy Lang of Pine City have been accepted into the Cadet Nurse Corps. These girls must now apply to individual hospitals.

100 Years Ago, 1919 Two brothers by the name of Erickson, who lived on a farm not far from Foxboro, were found dead last Monday. It is reported that they killed each other, but no definite information has been received.

About a score of interested ones from Rock Creek, Pine City, Hinckley, Sandstone, Askov and Willow River met in the high school at Hinckley, and organized the Pine County Health Association, as a branch of the state organization, with Mrs. Eugene H. Long of Pine City president, A.S. Dean of Sandstone, first vice and asst. scy.

125 Years Ago, 1894 Berg & Ihle have their new store building nearly completed and will be ready in a short time to occupy the same. It is a neat, tasty little store and will be a great improvement on their present quarters.

Prof. Collins and County Attorney Saudners came down from Hinckley on Monday and spent the day angling for the finny tribe, and by their appearance they had lots of bites; (but we are not prepared to say what it was that bit).

The Bear’s Ear Boom Company’s crew have finished their season’s work and on Sunday last they took their wagon up to the Swede bridge to the place where they keep it during the winter.

The park never looked better than it does at the present time and it is a credit to any town to have an ornament that calls forth the praise that this little spot does.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Ancient Rome had one 7. Engagement rings tend to have them 13. Not the leader 14. Decorated 16. Morning 17. The Garden State 19. __, myself and I 20. Gets up 22. Type of meal 23. Cavalry sword 25. Proclaims 26. Historic places 28. They go into space 29. Hostelry 30. Peter’s last name 31. Necessary for syrup 33. Kids’ channel 34. Take upon oneself 36. A bog 38. Small cavities in a gland

CLUES DOWN 1. Resembling apes 2. Famed TV host Sullivan 3. Rare Hawaiian geese 4. Convicted traitor 5. Make into leather 6. Urge to do something 7. Small town in Spain 8. They promote products 9. Small Eurasian deer 10. Ancient people 11. The Volunteer State 12. Academic term 13. Natives of Alberta, Canada 15. Cause to become insane 18. Feed 21. Crime organization 24. Acrobatic feats 26. Car mechanics group 27. Mustachioed actor Elliott 30. Inquired

32. S. Korean industrial city 35. Member of the cuckoo family 37. Test for high schoolers 38. Some nights are these 39. Helps you stay organized 42. Cool!

43. Genus containing pigs 46. An opinion at odds 47. Types of bears 49. Smartphones give them 50. Nobel physicist Hans 52. Where rock stars work 54. Your car needs it 55. Dutch name for Ypres 57. Go after 59. Cold wind 62. Examines animals 63. Popular island alcohol 66. Northeast 68. Indicates position

40. Grand Theft Auto vehicle 41. More vigorous 43. Supply to excess 44. Pie _ __ mode 45. Dash 47. You sometimes pardon it 48. Catch doing something wrong 51. A constellation’s second star 53. Famed French painter of dancers 55. Engines do it 56. Chemically inactive 58. Moved quickly on foot 59. Threaten persistently 60. Commercial 61. Listen without the speaker’s knowledge 64. Rhodium 65. Caregivers to kids 67. Highly ornamented 69. Real, fixed property 70. Brains

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A revolutionary invention Pictured in the Pioneer in 1994: A McCormick-Deering cream separator holds a spot of honor in the basement of Sauser’s Hardware in Pine City, a leftover from the days when the hand-cranked models were making way for the motorized separators. Mike Sauser’s dad, the late William Sauser, sold the 1926 separator to someone about 15 years ago, but Mike adamantly insisted he buy it back. Mike and Albrecht Erhart, who remembers turning the crank on the family separator many a day, recently showed the unit for this picture.

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Foss addresses foster care in Pine County

BY TRACI LEBRUN PINE COUNTY COURIER

“Pine County foster parents are amazing,” said Pine County Health and Human Services Director Becky Foss as she addressed the state of foster care in the county.

Foss spoke to the public and county commissioners at a committee of the whole meeting on May 28 at the North Pine Government Center (NPGC). This was the first meeting held at the new county facility located in Sandstone.

Foss said that as of Jan. 30 of this year, Pine County had 35 licensed foster care homes with 87 placements in 2018, which is down from 98 placements in 2017.

Currently, as of May 20, there were 76 placements (45 of those placements included children who fell under the provisions of the Indian Child Welfare Act, with 38 of those 45 placements being overseen by tribal court).

The main foster care goals for the department are to: • Keep children in their own home whenever possible (bad parents exist; intervention is necessary when it is unsafe).

• Seek out relatives for children in foster care (required by law, and most often in the best interest of the children).

• When children are placed into foster care, reunification is a primary goal.

• Find a permanent home for children who cannot return to their caregivers, with relatives if possible.

• Support foster parents.

Foss also emphasized the role and importance of foster parenting. She said the main role is to provide a safe, nurturing home for children who have had trauma and suffered adverse childhood experiences.

Another role is to build relationships with traumatized children, along with their parents, and be part of the child’s “team” of people. Communicating with the child’s team (biological parents, social workers, psychologists, school personnel, etc.) is also a role of the foster parent.

PARENTING TRAUMATIZED CHILDREN Foss said that foster parenting can be rewarding but can also be very difficult. Children with early childhood trauma, having traumatic experiences from ages birth to 6, can experience so much stress that the brain is altered which increases the risk of lifelong health and social problems. Most of the trauma that children in foster care experience occurs early in their lives, before they enter foster care, and being separated from primary caregivers, no matter how unsafe, exposes children to another trauma.

The types of trauma they typically see include physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, physical neglect, emotional neglect, mother treated violently, substance misuse within the household, household mental illness, parental separation or divorce and having an incarcerated household member.

The effects of complex trauma on kids can include: emotional dysregulation and mental health disorders; loss of a safe base, attachment disorders and poor boundaries; inability to detect or respond to danger cues (always in fight or flight mode); aggression (conflict with peers and adults); cognitive/developmental delays; hoarding; and poor sexual health (vulnerability).

For kids to heal, the impact of trauma on their health and well-being must be addressed. This is where counseling for the foster child and education for the foster parent comes into play. Foss said that education and training are very important, and that a foster parent cannot use the same parenting with foster children as with their own children.

RELATIONSHIPS, RELATIONSHIPS, RELATIONSHIPS Foss said, “It’s about providing a safe, predictable, nurturing home environment, and sometimes it gets worse before it gets better.” She added that it is difficult for the child to unlearn the trauma they’ve had.

“What you know to be normal, a child will test and test because they are seeing if they can trust you and count on you.”

She said to not take the child’s difficulties personally. “Your child’s struggles are a result of the trauma he or she experienced; they are not a sign of your failure as a parent,” said Foss. “If you have experienced trauma, focus on your own healing and health separate from the child. Seek help and support.”

GETTING STARTED Becoming a foster parent can take up to six months, and there are basic requirements of foster parents.

The physical residence must meet licensing requirements. A home safety checklist will be performed and separate sleeping space for foster children is required. A foster parent must be 21 years old and pass a background check and complete a physical. There is also some training required, both initial and ongoing.

Any pets in the home need to be up-to-date on rabies shots.

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a foster parent, they can call Bonnie at 320-5911581 and ask to sign up for a child foster care orientation session which are scheduled every other month.

Houtsma steps into new county role

BY TRACI LEBRUN PINE COUNTY COURIER

Pine County is seeing a new, but familiar, face in the role of Pine County assessor/recorder. Lorri Houtsma, who began in Pine County in 2012 as a residential property appraiser, took on the position of county assessor/ recorder this January as former county assessor/ recorder, Kelly Schroeder, was promoted to county treasurer/auditor.

Houtsma comes with a strong background in real estate and assessment/recording. Also during her time with Pine County, Houtsma served as senior appraiser before taking on the new position. Prior to working at the county, Houtsma worked in the PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS FUN EVENT

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Lorri Houtsma began in Pine County in 2012 as an appraiser.

Isanti County Assessor’s office from January of 2009 through October of 2012. Prior to that, she worked with the late real estate attorney, Jim Lindberg, for over 24 years.

When asked why she wanted to take on

the new role, Houtsma responded, “I wanted to challenge myself. I have always been a person who likes to work with people, and I like being busy. Taking on both the role of Recorder and Assessor is definitely

fulfilling those needs.”

Houtsma’s goals for the office are to continue working with the public’s concerns and issues as they relate to value and classification.

“I want to make sure the public feels they are being listened to and that we take their concerns seriously,” she said. “We may not always be able to give the answer they want to hear, but at least we can give them an informed response so they walk away understanding how we arrived at that particular value or classification. My goal in the Recorder’s office is to learn all aspects of this office and continue providing a valued resource to the public.”

When asked about how the transition has been so far, she replied, “It has been great. I am learning something new each day, and I realize it is never too late to learn something new. I am excited for what lies before me.”

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Two individuals, one relay team qualify for State STAFF REPORT SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

The top two individuals and one relay team qualified for the State meet on Wednesday, May 29 during the Section 5A track meet at St. John’s University.

“I am so proud of our team,” said coach Jared Clementson. “It was a beautiful day for everyone to compete. I enjoyed watching many great performances and witnessing great sportsmanship from our team throughout the day.”

BOYS The Dragon boys team took 9th place out of 24+ teams with 34 points.

Pierz won with 98 points.

Nine of the 11 competing boys scored points in the meet. Logan Vinaja was the top point getter with 15 points.

State Qualifiers: Logan Vinaja qualified for the State meet by winning the 800m run in thrilling fashion. Vinaja ran a personal best time of 1:59.88 seconds, just edging out Leo Duffy from Rockford at the finish line. Vinaja got out to a great start and run with/behind Caleb Weaver from Mora for the first 500m. With 300m to go, Vinaja started to pass Weaver to go into second.

With 200m to go, Vinaja was about 20 meters behind first; however, he kicked hard to come from behind to take the victory.

This will be Vinaja’s first trip to the State meet. He is going into prelims with the twelfth fastest time. Vinaja is one of seven boys who are within a second of each other. The top nine will advance from Friday’s prelim to Saturday’s final.

The boys 4x400m relay of Tryston West, Caleb Fromm, Tommy Ryan and Logan Vinaja qualified for State by winning in a time of 3:30.79. This time is the second fastest in school history. Tryston West had a great start, splitting a 52.4. Caleb Fromm got the baton and was in the lead after the cutline. He continued to maintain the lead and split a 53.3. Tommy Ryan ran well and added to the lead, splitting a 52.5. Logan Vinaja anchored the team to victory holding off a charging Milaca team with a split of 52.5.

“It was very cool to watch them lead from start to finish. This was a great team effort and was very impressive as they dropped seven seconds from their Sub-Section time,” said coach Clementson.

The relay is coming into prelims with the

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The foursome of Tryston West, Caleb Fromm, Logan Vinaja and Tommy Ryan will run at the State meet Friday June 7.

eighth fastest time. The top nine will advance from Friday’s prelim to Saturday’s final. Pine City is one of four teams within 0.04 seconds of each other.

Scoring Events: Tommy Ryan ran a personal best time in the 1600m run by five seconds to place third in a time of 4:36.18. This performance puts him seventh on the top ten list.

TJ Rank placed sixth in the 300m hurdles with a season’s best time of 43.22. This performance puts him fifth on the top ten list.

JJ Preston placed sixth in the discus with a toss of 128’ 10”.

The 4x200m relay team of Kenny Vo, Caleb Fromm, Hunter Peacock and Michael Gerold placed seventh in a season’s best time of 1:39.20.

Other Events: Tryston West placed 10th in the 400m dash with a personal best time of 53.65.

Tucker Dalen placed 11th in the high jump (4’ 7”), 13th in both the long jump (18’ 7.75”) and triple jump (38’ 0.75”), and placed 15th in the 300m hurdles (48.20).

Dawson Clifford tied for 13th in the pole vault (10’ 3”), placed 14th in the

triple jump (37’ 8.75”), and placed 15th in the long jump (18’ 5.5”).

Tommy Ryan placed 14th in the 800m (2:13.12).

GIRLS The Dragon girls team tied for 17th place out of 25+ teams with 13 points.

Rockford won with 121 points.

Seven girls scored throughout the meet.

Alaina Steele was Pine City’s top point getter with 10.5 points.

State Qualifier: Alaina Steele qualified for the State Meet in the 800m run by winning the race in a time of 2:20.78. Alaina ran one of the gutsiest races of her career as she took the lead with 500m to go and never looked back.

Steele started off strong and put herself in second place after the 100m cut line. She was then passed before the 200m mark; however, after she rounded the corner she passed the two girls in front of her and started to pull away. She came through the first lap in 67 seconds and continued to pull away from the competition. Bethany TenHacken from Milaca tried to challenge from behind in the last 100m, but Steele SEE TRACK, PAGE 10

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Junior Alaina Steele and senior Logan Vinaja were both victorious in the 800m last week at the Section 5A meet, and both are advancing to the State meet.

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TRACK: Team members look forward to competing in State meet this weekend FROM PAGE 9

held her off for the win.

“It was so exciting to see Alaina get a Section win on her third time making it to State in the event,” said coach Clementson.

Steele is going into the State meet tied with the fifth fastest time. The top nine will advance from Friday’s prelim to Saturday’s final. Steele placed ninth at State as an eighth grader and fifth last year as a sophomore.

Scoring Events: Arissa Rydberg placed eighth in the 1600m with a personal best time of 5:44.24. This performance puts her 10th on the top ten list.

The girls 4x800m relay team of Lydia Adams, Sophie Lahti, Grace Grubbs and Ella Sell placed eighth with a time of 10:56.75.

The girls 4x400m relay team of Summer Thieman, Sophie Lahti, Lydia Adams and Alaina Steele placed eighth with a time of 4:24.77.

Other Events: Eva Johnson placed ninth in the 3200m with a personal best time of 12:31.37. This performance puts her fifth on the top ten list. Arissa Rydberg placed 11th with a time of 12:50.42.

Kelsey Erickson placed 10th in the long jump (15’ 2.75”) and 13th in the triple jump (30’ 1.25”).

Emily Carpenter (28.26) and Ainsley Vinaja (28.47) placed 11th and 12th respectively in the 200m dash.

Cara Kuhn placed 12th in the shot put (30’ 2.5”).

Sophie Lahti placed 15th in high jump (4’ 6”).

Emma Schmidt placed 16th in the discus (77’ 9”).

Unfortunately, Ellaina Johnson didn’t run the 100m dash due to an injury.

STATE MEET The State meet will be held at Hamline University on Friday and Saturday, June 7-8. Steele will compete at 5:45 p.m on Friday and 6:19 p.m. on Saturday if she qualifies for the final. Vinaja will compete at 5:53 p.m. on Friday and 6:28 p.m. on Saturday if he qualifies for the final. The boys 4x400m relay will run at 7:10 p.m. on Friday and at 7:07 p.m. on Saturday if they qualify for the final.

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Junior Caleb Fromm in the second leg of the 4x400 PC team advancing to the State Track meet.

(left) Junior Alaina Steele won the 800m race and will advance to the State meet at Hamline Friday, June 7.

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Sophomore Cara Kuhn throwing shot put at Sections.

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Local Reanna Cruz (far left), who attends Legacy Christian School, also placed in the 800m at 6th.

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Dawson Clifford participating in the long jump at the Section 5A Track and Field meet.

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Woman killed in crash near Brook Park STAFF REPORT NEWS@MORAMINN.COM

Kathleen Kaye Johnstone of Mora died in a motor vehicle crash Monday, June 3 at the intersection of 250th Ave. and Rainbow Street in Kanabec County.

According to Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office press release, at approximately 11:47 a.m.

Johnstone was driving eastbound on 250th Ave. in a 2003 Chevrolet Impala.

At the intersection, the Impala was struck in the driver’s side by a 2004 Chrysler Town and Country van traveling southbound on

Rainbow St. The van was driven by Dewayne Edward Huntington of Hinckley.

Johnston was pronounced dead at the scene.

Huntington was taken to FirstLight Health System hospital in Mora before being transferred to a metro trauma center.

Kanabec County First Responders, the Mora Area Fire Department, FirstLight ambulance, Minnesota State Patrol and Kanabec County Sheriff’s deputies all responded to the scene. The crash is being investigated by the Kanabec County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the Minnesota State Patrol.

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Wings North celebrates 20 years in Pine City

BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Chad Hughes knew what he was getting into 20 years ago when the Wings North hunting club opened in Pine City.

His father, Jeff Hughes has been running Wild Wings of Oneka in Hugo for many years, and the family had a cabin near Pine City since the early 1980s, so Chad was familiar with both hunting as a business and the local area.

“I was born and raised in the hunting industry,” Chad said. “I’ve been doing it my whole life.”

But even so, Chad was ... reluctant at first. He chuckled as he recalled a phone call between himself and his father: “We’re going to buy a new hunting club.”

“I hope it goes well.”

“I want you to run it.’

“Absolutely not.”

The matter might have ended there, but three days later Jeff called his son

back and asked: What if we gave you the option of buying in as a full partner?

“Working for yourself versus working for someone else,” Chad said, remembering. “Twenty years later, here we are.”

He said the hunting club has been expanding over time, adding properties and amenities as they go.

“Where we’re at right now is probably where I wanted to be in 10 (years),” Chad said, laughing. “We’ve got three trap fields now, a sporting clays course, rifle and pistol range. We operate on 489 acres now, so we’ve got 20 different hunting fields that we operate on. Dog training and everything else. Membership has been going wonderfully.”

He estimates that a little over 10,000 visitors come to Wings North each year, with about 90% of their guests coming from the Twin Cities and Duluth, with about 10% local – including trap teams from Pine City High School and Pine Technical and Community College that

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Hunt Master Chad Hughes and General Manager Char Hart of Wings North.

call Wings North home base.

“The high school trap team has done a resurgence,” he said. “Pine City has 93 kids shooting in it, and we’re very fortunate that they shoot here.”

Beyond business, Chad said he’s

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“Pine City is a great community to raise a family, so I’ve been very fortunate,” Chad said. “It has been really good – it’s fun. And we just appreciate the local support from Pine City.”

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Justin Matson was a 220 lb. silver medalist at the 2019 Northern Plains Regional Freestyle wrestling tournament this past weekend at the RCTC Regional Sports Center in Rochester, Minnesota. The Northern Plains Regionals attracts State placers from Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, Illinois and many other states. Matson’s first match he won over Tyler Krizan from Wisconsin 14-4 which put him right into the semi-finals. His second match was with one of Iowa’s top, Gabriel Greenlee, where Matson won over him 10-8. His championship match Matson fell to Illinois’ Michael Roath 0-10.

Matson also wrestled in the Greco-Roman style on Sunday and earned a copper medal by making the podium at 4th place. Matson lost his first match in Greco to Wisconsin’s Jaren Rohde by Fall 3.04 minutes into the match.

He then came back with two wins over Minnesota’s own Jade Trelstad (9-2) and Max Balow (fall 1:40) and then fell again to Illinois’ Michael Roath by fall at :46.

These placings qualify him for to train with the

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Justin Matson prepares to take on an opponent at the 2019 Northern Plains Regional Freestyle wrestling tournament. Matson went on to win a silver medal.

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Dragon junior Duke Waxberg pitching against Mora at UMD.

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The Dragon varsity baseball team ended their season on May 28 with a 6-1 playoff loss to the Mora Mustangs.

Pitcher Duke Waxberg worked the mound for four innings and struck out five, but couldn’t keep the Mustangs from earning four runs on five hits Nick Hansmann came out of the bullpen to pitch two innings for the Pine City squad. Mason Loucks and Lukas Struss each earned one hit.

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OBITUARIES

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Elizabeth ‘Betty’ J. Bible

Elizabeth “Betty” Bible of Pine City passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at Lakeside Health and Rehab Center in Pine City at the age of 94.

Elizabeth “Betty” June was born June 19, 1924, to Christian and Margaret (Schoborn) Peters in St. Cloud, Minnesota. She was just six years old when the family moved to Sandstone. She attended elementary school and graduated from Sandstone High School. After her high school graduation she moved to Pine City and was employed with the Pine County Registrar of Deeds office when the courthouse was in downtown Pine City.

Betty met Robert Bible and on June 6, 1953, they were married at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pine City. After marriage Betty became a stay at home wife. She enjoyed her home and flower gardens.

Betty is survived by her sisters-in-law Verna Carlson, Rita Bible, Margaret Bible, all of Pine City, and Marian (Jim) Schoeberl of Alexandria; brother-inlaw LeRoy (Marlene) Bible of Hager City, Wisconsin; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Betty is preceded in death by her husband Robert Bible; parents Christian and Margaret Peters; brothers Cy Peters and Roy Peters.

Monsignor Aleksander Suchan celebrated a Mass of Christian Burial for Betty Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pine City. The interment took place in the Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Pine City.

Memorials are preferred to: Pine City Senior Center, 670 Main S, Pine City, MN 55063 or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 535 8th St. SW, Pine City, MN 55063.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Funeral and Cremation Service – Swanson Chapel of Pine City. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com.

William ‘Bill’ B. Leske Jr. William “Bill” Leske Jr. of North Branch passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019, at the age of 48.

William Berkeley Leske Jr. was born June 27, 1970, to William and Patricia (Berry) Leske Sr. in Rush City. He was welcomed by older brother Daniel and two sisters, LoriAnn and Kristal.

Bill was raised in Pine City and attended school there. He made life long friends from the area and enjoyed coming back to visit them. Bill was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Pine City. He married Carie Henningsguard and was blessed with three children.

Bill worked for Madsen Fixture and Millwork, Inc. in Forest Lake. He enjoyed his work there and all the people he worked with. He made some true friends there and enjoyed them socially as well as on the job.

Bill loved going fishing, snowmobiling, working with wood and playing video games. He was an ace at outdoor grilling and had recently purchased a smoker and was developing the art of smoking chops and salmon. He also enjoyed the general art of cooking regular food too.

Bill was loved by most people who knew him and will be missed very much.

Bill is survived by his mother Patricia (Arnie) Larson of North Branch; children Cody (Victoria) Leske, BreeAnn Leske and Chase Leske, all of Granite Falls; grandchildren: Adrian, Aleynna, Greyson, Oakley; sisters LoriAnn (Glenn) Stauffer of Harris, Kristal Leske of St. Croix Falls; nine nieces and nephews;

girlfriend Sheila Blegen of Stanchfield; former wife Carie Leske of Granite Falls.

He was preceded in death by his father Bill Leske Sr.; brother Daniel Belisle; grandparents Berk and Dorothy Leske, Everett and Ann Berry.

Reverend Dr. Vicki VanderVegt officiated at funeral services for Bill on Saturday, June 1, 2019, with a time of visitation and reviewal held Friday, May 31, all at the Olson Funeral Chapel in Rush City. The interment took place in the First Lutheran Cemetery, Rush City.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service of Rush City – Olson Chapel. www.FuneralAndCremationService.com

Gloria A. Gall Gloria A. Gall (nee Stellmach), age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 29, 2019.

G Gloria was born on Oct. 6 1938, to Julius and 6, H Helen Stellmach on a f farm in Foley, Minnes sota.

She is survived by h husband of 62 years, her H Herbert; children Gail ( (Gordon) Johnson, P Penny Peterson (Richa Miller and Shelby), ard B Brenda (Dan) Klocker, D Dennis Gall, many g grandchildren and s several great-grandchild dren.

A celebration of Gloria’s life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home, 763-689-2244.

Online condolences can be shared at www. Carlsonlillemoen.com.

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

Contact: Greg Douvier 320-336-8978

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

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

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

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

Hustletown Community Church HCC Hustletown Non-Denominational 17945 Blue Jay Ln Pastor Bruce Thompson 651-983-8130 Mail: 1010 3rd Ave SW Pine City Sunday School 10:15 am Worship Service 11:00 am

First Presbyterian Church 405 Main St. S., Pine City 320-629-3592 Pastor Rob Spahr www.firstprespinecity.org Sunday Worship Celebration 10:30 AM Sunday School, Preschool-Gr 6 10:30 AM Wednesday Youth Group 6:15 PM Grace Baptist Church 1 mile Southwest of Pine City on Fairway Road (next to I-35) 320-629-1374 Pastor Tim W. Stratton 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 a.m. Preaching Service, 6:00 p.m. Evening Service.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com Living Water Fellowship 915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

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

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

Children’s ministry Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW Pine City 320-629-2985 Summer worship begins May 26 Sunday Service @ 9:00 a.m.

Picnic church in Robinson Park Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m. (June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, August 7, 14) Thursday 5:30 p.m.

Please join us!

Pine City Evangelical Free Church 625 Golf Ave SW Pastor Joel Preston Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 a.m.

Nursery (infant-3yrs) all morning Wednesdays: AWANA (Sept-Apr) 6 p.m.; Frontline (Youth Group), Jr & Sr High 6:00 p.m.

Phone: 320-629-2584 Email: office@pcefc.com, www.pcefc. com St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 320-629-2935 19390 Ave, Beroun, MN Monsignor Alek Suchan Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m.

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

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible study at 7p.m.

(Call for location) www.southpinebaptist.org Zion Lutheran Church 410 Main St. S, Pine City Worship 9 a.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

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

Pastor Glen Kleppe 320-629-3683

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OBITUARIES FROM PAGE 13

Gary Lange Sr. Lifelong resident of Brook Park Gary Lange Sr. p passed away peacefully o on May 23, 2019, at the a age of 76. He was born o on Dec. 18, 1942, in M Minneapolis.

Anyone that knew G Gary loved him. He m married his high sschool sweetheart and rraised five children.

J Just like any other A American dad, he liked d drinking beer and

mowing lawn, sometimes at the same time. Among other skills, he was a tuck pointer for the majority of his career. He was also a marine corps vet, an excellent carpenter, mechanic and machinist. Gary was reliable and could always be counted on. He had a great sense of humor and a hearty laugh. Football was his favorite sport and he always rooted for the Vikings. He invented the 4th of July parade of Brook Park and enjoyed riding his golf cart as well as hunting, fishing and telling stories about his great granddog Joey.

Gary is preceded in death by his wife Marsha Lange; parents Walt and Eunice Lange; brothers Hartley (Donna) Lange, Arvin (Nancy) Lange; sisters LaVonne (Don) Tracey, LaVell Johnston, Sheryl Hudlow; and brother-in-law Kevin Cummings.

He is survived by children Marcie Lange, Gary Lange Jr., Jody (David) Spear, Scott (Roxy) Lange, DeAnne Lange, 12 grandkids, 18 great-grandkids, great-granddog, Joey; sister Shari (Bill) Grabinski; brothers-in-law, Phil Johnston, Dick Hudlow, Dell (Gloria) Cummings; sister-in-law, Lana Meier; mother-in-law Margie Cummings, and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be at the Brook Park cemetery on June 8 at 1:30 p.m. with officiant Chaplin Butch Lewelin, and memorial reception at the Sidetrack Bar and Grill in Brook Park at 2 p.m.

SEE OBITUARIES, PAGE 17

PINE COUNTY SHERIFF’S BLOTTER May 27 - June 2 Theft, burglary, vandalism

May 26, 3:36 p.m., report of shoplifting, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City.

May 27, 12:14 p.m., report of burglary, Freeway Blvd, Pine City.

May 28, 4:30 p.m., report of theft, Main St. S, Pine City.

May 29, 10:38 a.m., report of MVA property damage, Main St. S, Pine City.

May 29, 1:34 p.m., report of property lost/found, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City.

May 29, 3:31 p.m., report of damage to vehicle, Main St. S, Pine City.

May 30, 11:30 a.m., report of MVA property damage, Contrast Rd., Pine City.

May 31, 5:21 p.m., report of driveoffs, 8th St. NW, Pine City.

May 31, 7:25 p.m., report of damage to property, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City.

June 1, 4:23 p.m., report of MVA property damage, Hillside Ave. SW, Pine City.

Miscellaneous

May 26, 3:36 p.m., report of trespass, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City.

May 27, 6:24 p.m., report of runaway, 3rd Ave. NW, Pine City.

May 27, 7:05 p.m., report of juvenile trouble, 6th Ave. SW, Pine City.

May 27, 7:41 p.m., report of suspicious activity, Blue Spruce St., Pine City.

May 28, 6:50 p.m., report of runaway, 3rd Ave. NW, Pine City.

May 29, 8:41 a.m., report of animal bite, Silver Maple St., Pine City.

May 29, 4:56 p.m., report of suicide threat, 3rd Ave. SW, Pine City.

May 30, 6:39 p.m., report of drug incident, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City.

May 31, 9:43 a.m., report of juvenile trouble, Main St. S, Pine City.

May 31, 11:09 a.m., report of

drug incident, Evergreen Sq. SW, Pine City.

May 31, 4:38 p.m., report of stabbing, Butternut Rd., Pine City.

May 31, 10:28 p.m., report of runaway, 3rd Ave. NW, Pine City.

Jail roster May 27, Aubrey Lynn Draves, hold for other agency: arrestfelony warrant. Released May 31.

May 27, Tricia Jean Mattson, probable cause, traffic- DWI3rd degree driving while impaired, 1 aggravating factor.

Released May 29.

May 27, Tonia Michelle Ramos, Pine County warrant, traffic- drivers license- driving after revocation; traffic- DWIoperate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol, trafficopen bottle, possession, crime described, traffic- DWIoperate motor vehicle- alcohol concentration .08 within 2 hours. Released May 29.

May 27, Christopher Matthew Heinl, probable cause, trafficopen bottle law, possession, DWI- refuse to submit to chemical test, breath or test refusal, DWI- operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol. Released May 28.

May 27, Ronald Allan Johnson, hold for other agency: probation violation- GM warrant. Released May 28.

May 27, Jeremy Douglas Kellum, Pine County warrant: bench felony, theft- take/ drive motor vehicle- no owner consent, theft- take/use/ transfer movable propertyno consent. Released May 28.

May 27, Tabitha Jane Lawrence, hold for other agency: probation violation- GM. Released May 28.

May 27, Loren Wade Ledoux, hold for other agency: unspecified warrant. Released May 28.

May 27, Daron Rose Mainville, probable cause, pharmacy.

Released May 28.

May 28, Myles James Benja-

min, Pine County warrant, disorderly conduct, probable cause, domestic.

May 28, Nicole Jean Zuniga, Pine County warrant, receiving stolen property; hold for other agency, burglary- 3rd degree- steal/commit felony or gross misd., give peace officer false name/birthdate/ ID card; theft- by swindle.

May 28, Zachary Ryan Springer, hold for other agency, DWI- gross misdemeanor; Pine County warrant, damage to property- 4th degree- intentional damage- other circumstances, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana.

May 28, Raymond Wayne Reed, hold for other agency, fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle; probable cause, possess ammo/any firearm- user of controlled substance; drugs- 1st degree possess 50 grams or morecocaine or methamphetamine.

May 28, Cassandra Marie Fox, hold for other agency: unspecified warrant. Released May 29.

May 28, Adam Tom Peterson, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- procure/possess/ control over a controlled substance. Released May 29.

May 28, Michael Alan Sjostrom, Pine County warrant, probation violation- fe, terroristic threats- reckless disregard risk; theft- take/use transfer movable propertyno consent. Released May 29.

May 28, Kenneth Adolph Truh, probable cause, drugs- controlled substance crime- 1st degree- sale crimes.

Released May 29.

May 28, Amber Marie Kreidermacher, hold for other agency: unspecified warrant.

Released May 28.

May 28, Nicholas James Mcdermeit, hold for other agency: unspecified warrant.

Released May 28.

May 28, Samantha Raye Samuelson, hold for other

agency: bench- misdemeanor warrant. Released May 28.

May 29, Yonas Getahun Abay, Pine County warrant, drugs3rd degree- possess 10 grams or more a narcotic drug other than heroin.

May 29, Martin Ray Nelson Jr., Pine County warrant, obstruct legal process- interfere w/ peace officer.

May 29, Emmanuel Lewis Garbow, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession.

May 29, John Andrew Bothwell Jr., hold for other agency: failure to appear warrant; drivers’ licenses- operate motor vehicle after license suspension/revocation/ cancellation; traffic collisioncollision with unattended vehicle- notify victim or police. Released May 31.

May 29, Carrie Jean Gerou, Pine County warrant: probation violation- ms, thefttake/use/transfer movable property- no consent.

Released May 30.

May 29, Gary Jens Nielsen, Pine County warrant: bench felony- drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana.

Released May 29.

May 30, Kevin Lee Brahs, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana, receiving stolen property; Pine County warrant, traffic- drivers licensedriving after cancellation, drugs-5th degree- sale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration, theft- take/ use/transfer movable property- no consent; probable cause, financial transaction card fraud- use- no consent.

May 30, Oscar Delacruz, hold for other agency, theft of property.

May 30, Jasmine Mya Mendoza, hold for other agency, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; probable cause, introduce contraband-

drug/liquor into jail/lockup/ prison, drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession; fugitive from justice from other state.

May 30, Francisco Villarreal IV, Pine County warrant, trespass- return to property within one year; traffic regulation- driver must carry proof of insurance when operating vehicle, drivers license- driving after revocation; thefttake/use/transfer movable property- no consent; fleeing a peace officer by a means other than a motor vehicle; assault in the 5th degree, gross misdemeanor- within 3 years of previous conviction; drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana.

May 30, Roberto Bustamante Jr., probable cause, harassment, restraining orderviolate restraining order.

Released May 31.

May 30, James Frederick Harper III, parole/probation violation- 2nd degree driving while impaired. Released May 31.

May 30, Shanika Nicole Johnson, hold for other agency: unspecified warrant, drugs5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana. Released May 31.

May 30, Radonna Lynn Matheny, Pine County warrant: probation violation- ms warrant, domestic abuseviolate order for protectionmisdemeanor. Released May 31.

May 30, Corey Allen Munoz, Pine County warrant: bench felony, drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana.

Released May 31.

May 30, Korie Frederick Schroeder, Pine County warrant: bench- misdemeanor, receiving stolen property; traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle- body contains any amount schedule I/II drugs- not marijuana; trafficDWI- operate motor vehicle under influence of controlled

substance. Released May 31.

May 30, Ryan Adam Burbul, hold for other agency: arrestgross misdemeanor warrant, traffic- drivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety. Released May 30.

May 31, Malachi Joseph Root, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree.

May 31, John Shabaiash, Pine County warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana.

May 31, Jared Phillip Halls, Pine Couty warrant, drugs5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana, traffic- drivers license- driving after cancellation- inimical to public safety.

May 31, Shannon Leigh Martin, hold for other agency, violate no contact order- within 10 years of the first of two or more convictions.

May 31, Christopher Nelson, Pine County warrant, assault5th degree- gross misdemeanor; probable cause, damage to property- 3rd degree, assault- 4th degreecorrectional employee, prob. officer, prosecutor, judge- demonstrable bodily...

May 31, Eric Lee Pangerl, summons, drugs- 5th degreesale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration.

Released May 31.

June 1, Eric Jason Yankovec, probable cause, obstruct legal process- lawful execution legal process; dangerous weapons- possesses any other dangerous article or substance; drugs- 5th degreepossess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle.

June 2, Jason Robert Lillo, probable cause, DWI- 3rd degree described.

June 2, Adam Lloyd Woullet, probable cause, disorderly conduct.

COLLEGE Dean’s list Pine City student Kimberly J. Whaley was among the 3,740 North Dakota State University students to be placed on the spring 2019 dean’s list.

A student must earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher and be enrolled in at least 12 class credits to qualify for the spring list.

WEATHER

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Halo...

Halos to my neighbors for saving my dock and lift by redirecting a fast moving bog on Cross Lake.

- Rick Houston

JUNE 6, 2019

SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting – Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 10:00 a.m.

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

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Chair Mohr called for public comment; noting that any public comment related to the renaming of the St. Croix State Park or replacement of the Grindstone Dam would be heard on the regular agenda with those items.

There was no public comment.

Commissioner Ludwig moved to adopt the amended Agenda. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Mikrot moved to approve the Minutes of the April 2, 2019 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence Wellhead Protection Plan for the City of Brook Park Part II Plan City of Rock Creek Comprehensive Plan Notification from the City of Rock Creek - March 25, 2019 Nemadji 1W1P Minutes and Bylaws Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda.

Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Hallan encouraged public attendance at the 2019 timber auction -- May 14, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City.

Fund March 31, 2018 March 31, 2019 Increase(Decrease) General Fund 2,130,292 2,590,284 459,992 Health and Human Services Fund 200,324 664,974 464,649 Road and Bridge Fund 3,243,641 1,309,579 (1,934,062) Land Management Fund 2,094,576 1,883,122 (211,454) TOTAL (inc nonmajor funds) 9,833,007 8,433,728 (1,399,278) Approve the Application for Exempt Permit from Ruffed Grouse Society – Rum River Chapter to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on August 3, 2019 at Wings North, 19379 Homestead Rd, Pine City, MN. Authorize the Board Chair and County Administrator to sign an updated Quit Claim Deed granting Richard Dvorak, adjoining landowner to Pine County tax-forfeit parcel 20.0199.000, a 30’ x 208.13’ easement.

Authorize solicitation of bids for the removal of three underground gas tanks from tax-forfeit parcel 39.5030.000. The estimated cost is $10,000 to $15,000 from the tax-forfeit Property Blight Clean-Up/Demolition Fund.

Well Sealing A. Authorize solicitation of bids for the sealing of wells located at 1) 26912 Crooked River Road (Chengwatana Township), and 2) Section 23-43-17 (New Dosey Township).

B. Approve Land Commissioner/Forester Greg Beck or County AuditorTreasurer Kelly Schroeder to administer grant applications through the Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD).

Approve eight parcels, with over 6,400 cords, to be offered at an appraised value of $170,000+ at the timber auction on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, 10:00 a.m., Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota.

Accept $1,000 donation from the New Horizon Thrift Store in Pine City and designate to the Pine County Sheriff’s Office K-9 program; to be used to help offset expense of the canine program.

Approve Property Appraiser Kim Kylander to attend the Basic Appraisals Principles course, August 5-8, 2019, and the Basic Appraisal Procedures course, August 26-29, 2019. Estimated total cost of $1,832.

Approve Child Protection Investigator Kristen Schroeder to attend BCA training “Child Pornography and Child Sexual Abuse”. Estimated Total Cost: $555.

Approve Probation Director Terry Fawcett to attend the AMC Futures Advanced Leadership Academy and Task Force, phase two training. Lodging: $150. Use of county vehicle as available.

Approve the hiring of Jesse Kenow as a full-time deputy sheriff, and Colin Waddel as a part-time deputy sheriff, effective May 6, 2019, $24.70 per hour, Grade 10, step 1 Approve Public Employees Retirement Association Police Officer Resolution/Declaration 2019-22 for part-time deputy sheriff Colin Waddle.

Approve the purchase of five (5) 2020 Ford Explorer K8A squads from the low bidder, Ford of Hibbing, at the state bid price of $32,654 per vehicle, total cost is $163,270.

SSTS Ordinance Amendment Public Hearing (to be heard at 10:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter is practicable) County Auditor-Treasurer Kelly Schroeder provided an overview of the proposed amendments to the Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance which include mitigation requirements of systems determined to be imminent threats to public health and safety, compliance criteria for holding tanks, and description of when permits are required. Further discussion of holding tank usage took place.

Chair Mohr opened the public hearing at 10:14 a.m. Ailene Croup asked for interpretation on holding tank compliance and usage, County AuditorTreasurer Kelly Schroeder provided clarification as to holding tank application and conditions. With there being no further comment, Chair Mohr closed the meeting at 10:16 a.m.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to adopt Ordinance 2019-17 amending the Pine County Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance and approve summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Personnel Committee Report Commissioner Ludwig stated the Personnel Committee met April 9, 2019.

The Personnel Committee made the following recommendations: A. Health & Human Services i. Acknowledge the retirement of Public Health MnChoices Assessor Jan Chaffee, effective March 29, 2019, and approve backfilling the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. (a) Approve the transfer of the MnChoices Assessor position from Public Health to Social Services. The position is Grade 10 with a minimum hourly wage of $23.98. ii. Acknowledge the resignation of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Stephanie Larson, effective March 12, 2019, and approve backfilling the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. (a) Approve the conversion of the position from a Licensed Practical Nurse to a Registered Nurse. The position is Grade 10 with a minimum hourly wage of $23.98. iii. Acknowledge the resignation of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Wendy Bloom, effective March 28, 2019, and approve backfilling the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. (a) Approve the conversion of the position from a Licensed Practical Nurse to a Health Educator. The position is Grade 10 with a minimum hourly wage of $23.98.

B. Sheriff’s Office - Jail i. Acknowledge the retirement of Corrections Officer Don Miller, effective March 28, 2019 and approve backfilling the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer.

Position is a Grade 7 with a minimum hourly wage of $19.33.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

State Representative Nathan Nelson provided a legislative update addressing three of the district’s concerns, the proposed renaming of the St. Croix State Park, the replacement of the Grindstone River dam in Hinckley, and the removal of funding for WINDOW Victim Services.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve of Resolution 2019-20 requesting removal of the renaming of St. Croix State Park from HF 2209, the

www.pinecitymn.com Omnibus Natural Resources Finance Bill, to allow opportunity for public comment on the proposal. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve Resolution 2019-21 supporting the replacement of the Grindstone River dam. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve Resolution 2019-19 approving the proposed land acquisition by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association for inclusion in the Pine County V & S 1 Wildlife Management area. Second by Commissioner Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to schedule a Special MeetingCommittee of the Whole for Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 9:00 a.m., at the Henriette City Hall, 119 Main St. S, Henriette, for the purpose of discussing University of Minnesota Extension programs and county investments and financial information. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

County Administrator David Minke provided an update of the budget for the first three months of 2019 reviewing the expenditure and revenue of the major funds. The budget is on track, except for the higher than projected out-of-home placements.

Chair Mohr called a recess at 11:58 a.m.

The board reconvened at 12:05 p.m.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to close the meeting for the purpose of discussing the Tricas vs. Pine County case in accordance with Minnesota Statutes §13D.05, Subd. 3(b), attorney/client privilege. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

The meeting was closed at 12:06 p.m. with the following present: Chair Mohr, Commissioners Hallan, Chaffee, Mikrot and Ludwig, County Attorney Reese Frederickson, County Administrator David Minke, County AuditorTreasurer Kelly Schroeder; Ann Goering, attorney with Ratwik, Roszak & Maloney, and Jeff Hentges from Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust (MCIT).

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to open the meeting at 1:08 p.m. Second

by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

With no further business, Chair Mohr adjourned the meeting at 1:09 p.m.

The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota.

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

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019 MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Special Meeting – Committee of the Whole (Squad and Body-Worn Cameras for the Pine County Sheriff’s Office) Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 10:30 a.m.

Pine County Courthouse, Pine City, Minnesota Commissioner Mohr called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Chaffee, Steve Hallan, Matt Ludwig, and John Mikrot, Jr. Also present were County Administrator David Minke, County Sheriff Jeff Nelson, County Auditor/Treasurer Kelly Schroeder, Assistant County Attorney Sydney Silko, and County IT Manager Ryan Findell.

Others present: Traci LeBrun, media.

The pledge of allegiance was said.

Commissioner Mohr welcomed everyone and those present introduced themselves.

Commissioner Mohr called for a moment of silence for Conservation Officer Eugene Wynn, who passed away on April 19, 2019.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve the agenda. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

County Administrator Minke reviewed the background and provided information on the process to implement a body-worn camera system. This meeting is intended to allow commissioners an opportunity to learn more about how the camera system work and the data storage/data management issues that need to be considered. Prior to implementing a body worn camera system, the county board is required to have a public meeting to accept public input and the Sheriff need to accept public comment.

Sheriff Nelson presented an overview of the squad and body camera systems. The county has received a price quote from Watch Guard for equipment to supply 30 squads and deputies with cameras and the related equipment for $205,000.

The county is considering a system which integrates squad and body cameras. Nelson stated that in-car and body-worn cameras provide one piece of evidence, which may assist during the legal process.

Nelson addressed potential safety and liability concerns that were raised.

Assistant County Attorney Silko offered her support of squad and body-worn cameras noting that audio and video evidence is often helpful in evaluating a case.

The plan is to evaluate systems in 2019 and consideration implementation in 2020. Nelson noted there is a federal grant program with an application deadline of June 5, 2019. The grant may require the equipment be purchased before the end of the year. If a grant is awarded, the purchase schedule could be adjusted to accommodate the grant.

IT Manager Findell provided information on “Watch Guard” technology, ease of access and storage of data.

It was the consensus of the board to continue discussion and explore policy development of in-squad and body-worn cameras. Commissioners request a life-cycle cost of the system and will seek public input on this topic.

With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:45 a.m.

Joshua Mohr, 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 6, 2019 MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING SPECIAL MEETING and COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE April 30, 2019 – 9:00 a.m.

Visitor’s Center – St. Croix State Park – Hinckley, Minnesota Chair Josh Mohr called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Steve Chaffee, John Mikrot, Jr., and Matt Ludwig Also present was County Administrator David Minke.

Others present: Rick Dunkley, St. Croix State Park Manager; Patty Thielen, NE MN Regional DNR Director; Mark LeBrun, County Engineer; Kathy George, Sandstone City Administrator; Ray Thieling, Ogema Township; Bob Sunstrom, Ogema Township Clerk; Gigi Everetts, Crosby Township Clerk; Cheryl Jones, Crosby Township Treasurer; Katie Draper, Mille Lacs Band Director of Government Affairs; Don Zeman, Hinckley Mayor; Kyle Morrell, Hinckley City Administrator; and Traci LeBrun, media/Pine County Courier.

The pledge of allegiance was said.

Those present introduced themselves.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve the agenda. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

Rick Dunkley, St. Croix State Park Manager, welcomed the group.

Chair Mohr called for public comment. Gigi Everetts asked the status of the proposed name change to the St. Croix State Park. Katie Draper thanked the county board for approving Resolution 2019-20 requesting a public input process before renaming St. Croix State Park. Prior to the conclusion of the board meeting, County Administrator David Minke confirmed that the renaming of the St. Croix State Park had been removed from HF 2209.

NE MN Regional DNR Director Patty Thielen Patty Thielen, NE MN Regional DNR Director provided an overview of the divisions of the Department of Natural Resources: Law Enforcement, Ecological & Water Resources, Fisheries and Wildlife, Forestry, Parks & Trails, and Lands & Minerals.

A. Oberstar Segment of the Munger Trail The Oberstar Segment of the Munger trail was discussed. Thielen stated $350,000 has been appropriated through the state general fund for this project and will be available until spent, though stating this project is not high on the DNR’s list of priorities. County Engineer Mark LeBrun reviewed the coun-

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ty’s vision for the trail and current and proposed trail work, stating the county would be willing to take the lead on the project. State bonding as a possible funding source was discussed.

B. Sustainable Timber Harvest Report Timber harvest and reforestation was discussed. One million cords per year was recently requested for harvest. On state lands, within the last 15 years, 800,000 cords per year have been harvested, but 870,000 cords is the targeted number. Due to disease problems in the ash and tamarack trees, an additional 30,000 cords of ash/tamarack will be harvested for the next five years. It will then be scaled back to 870,000 cords per year.

Commissioner Hallan commented that supply does not seem to meet the demand for seedlings. Several years ago, the nursery operation at C.C. Andrews State Forest Nursery was closed. The Badoura State Forest Nursery has the capacity to produce more than 10,000,000 seedlings, but the production is capped at 10,000,000 by legislation.

C. Strategic Land Asset Management (SLAM) Thielen stated that strategic land asset management is used to look at the DNR’s land asset portfolio. SLAM goals were identified: 1) the need for public land to be the best reflection of conservation needs; 2) build a strong collaborative relationship between DNR and its partners; and 3) the need to have a cost-effective management of public land assets.

Recent land exchanges were discussed.

D. Pine County Specific Information i. Willow River Dam/Bridge Replacement (DNR Permitting for CSAH 61-Willow River Box Culvert Project) Thielen stated the DNR feels that the current design doesn’t provide adequate fish passage flow; the county doesn’t agree with that determination.

County Engineer Mark LeBrun stated that the county and DNR have been close to agreeing on the project design, only to have the DNR bring additional objections to the project. Currently County Engineer LeBrun stated he feels the county will not be able to meet the requirements as set forth by the DNR without constructing a bridge versus the existing box culverts. Replacing the culverts with a bridge will add several hundred thousand dollars of cost. ii. Grindstone River Hinckley Dam Commissioner Chaffee inquired of the status of the Grindstone River Hinckley Dam replacement. Thielen acknowledged receipt of the county’s resolution supporting the replacement of the dam, however didn’t have any updated information available. iii. Old Dam Remnants in the Kettle River Sandstone City Administrator acknowledged Mary Straka, from the DNR Division of Parks and Trails, who attended a recent meeting. Old dam remnants remain a danger in the river at Robinson Park in Sandstone. iv. Banning State Park Grooming of trails in Banning State Park was discussed.

With no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:33 a.m.

Joshua Mohr, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019 SUMMARY OF MINUTES OF THE PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING Regular Meeting – Tuesday, May 7, 2019 - 10:00 a.m.

Pine County Courthouse – Pine City, Minnesota Chair Josh Mohr called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Steve Chaffee, John Mikrot and Matt Ludwig.

Also present were County Administrator David Minke and County Attorney Reese Frederickson.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

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

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

Commissioner Ludwig moved to approve the Minutes of the April 16, 2019 Board Meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 4-0.

Commissioner Hallan left the meeting room.

Commissioner Mikrot moved to approve the Minutes of the April 23, 2019 Special Meeting-Committee of the Whole (body/squad cameras) for publication. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 4-0.

Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the Minutes of the April 30, 2019 Special Meeting-Committee of the Whole (DNR) for publication. Second by Commissioner Mikrot Motion carried 4-0.

Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence Pine County Chemical Health Coalition Minutes – April 8, 2019 Pine County HRA Regular Meeting – February 27, 2019 Pine County Land Surveyor Monthly Report – April 2019 Senator Rarick letter Recognizing Project RISE – April 2019 Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to acknowledge the Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 4-0.

Commissioner Hallan returned to the meeting.

Commissioner Chaffee moved to approve the amended Consent Agenda.

Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Approve Disbursements Journal Report, April 1, 2019 – April 30, 2019.

Approve Application for Premises Permit for Pokegama Lake Association to conduct lawful gambling at Bear Creek Tavern, 39109 State Hwy. 48, Hinckley, MN beginning June 1, 2019.

Application for Exempt Permit: Moved from Consent Agenda to Regular Agenda #4C. Transfer of Missing Heir Assets: Moved from Consent Agenda to Regular Agenda #4A. Approve DOC Caseload/Workload Subsidy for fiscal years 2020 and 2021 in the amount of $59,481 per fiscal year. There are no county dollars utilized for this program.

Approve DOC REAM (Remote Electronic Alcohol Monitor) grant funds in the amount of $6,500 for each of the next two fiscal years. There are no county dollars utilized for this program.

Approve the Joint Powers Agreement between the State of Minnesota, through its Commissioner of Corrections, Department of Corrections, Work Release Unit. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. The State to pay $55 per day, per state offender, not to exceed $50,000.

2020-2022 Assessment Contracts: Moved from Consent Agenda to Regular Agenda #4B. Authorize the promotion of Eligibility Worker Michelle Morgan to Financial Assistance Supervisor II, effective May 13, 2019, $31.18 per hour (Grade 14), contingent upon background check.

Approve the hiring of Carrie Reeves, social worker, effective May 8, 2019, $23.98 per hour. Grade 10, Step 1.

Approve the hiring of five (5) temporary Watercraft Inspectors, effective May 9, 2019 as identified below: i. Jay Kaelberer, $14 per hour ii. Brian Rippey, $14 per hour iii. Kelly Saumer, $12 per hour iv. Robert Sunstrom, $15 per hour v. Kellie Theisen, $13 per hour Approve the hiring of Alena Wallin as an Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) and Land Use Intern, effective May 9, 2019, $13 per hour.

Approve Deputy Assessor Troy Stewart, Property Appraiser Karen Stumne, and Senior Property Appraiser Jenny Christensen to attend the Minnesota Association of Assessing Officer’s Summer Seminars. Total Cost: $600.

Approve Senior Agent Amber Chase to attend the 2019 Montana Summer Institute. No financial impact to the county as lodging, airfare, registration and meals are covered by the Coalition’s P & I Grant.

Approve County Assessor-Recorder Lorri Houtsma to attend the Minnesota Association of County Officers (MACO) Summer Conference. Total Cost: $320.

Approve Child Support Supervisor Jodi Blesener to attend the National Child Support Enforcement Association’s (NCSEA) Annual Leadership Symposium and the NCSEA’s U Class of 2019. Total cost: $1,544.

Approve Fiscal Supervisor Michelle Kelash to attend the Minnesota Counties Health and Human Services Accountants (MCHHSA) Conference.

Total cost: $942.

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PINE COUNTY BOARD: meeting minutes FROM PAGE 15 Commissioner Ludwig provided an overview of the May 1, 2019 Facilities Committee meeting and made the following recommendation: A. Approve entering into a Purchase Agreement with the City of Sandstone for the sale of the John Wright Building, including the following terms: Sale Price: $125,000 Payment Terms: $1,000 with the Purchase Agreement, $24,000 at closing, and $10,000/year starting July 1, 2020 and continuing July 1st of each year for a total of five annual payments and a $50,000 balloon payment at the end of the 5th year.

Closing Date: September 16, 2019 or as otherwise agreed by the parties.

Inspection: The City has the right to inspect the building to satisfy itself as to the building condition. The inspection shall be completed within 45 days of acceptance of the purchase agreement and the city shall share a copy of any inspection report with the county upon request.

Survey: The county shall survey and split the lot to the north and east of the building (PID 45.558.7000) and convey the south portion of the lot to the city along with the building.

The county attorney to draft a Purchase Agreement and include such other terms and provisions as necessary.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the recommendation of the Facilities Committee. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve the transfer of the $14,361.22 of Missing Heir Assets and designate them as undesignated in the General Fund. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

2020-2022 Assessment Contracts The consensus from the county board was to review these charges and ensure they are fully capturing the county’s costs.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve Assessment Agreements

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-19-33 In Re: Estate of Frank S. Blunda, Decedent.

NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (ANCILLARY PROCEEDING) It is Ordered and Notice is given that on July 1st, 2019, at 1:30 a hearing will be held in this Court at the Pine County Judicial Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the decedent’s Will dated January 19, 2017, and for the appointment of Jennifer Lasare, whose address is 6783 Willowbrook Drive, St. Charles, IL 60175, as ancillary personal representative of the decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration.

Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representatives will be appointed with the full power to administer the assets of the estate in Minnesota, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

BY THE COURT Dated: KRISTA MARTIN Judge Judge of District Court 2019.05.17 13:14:30-05’00’ Dated: LIZ OLSON Court Administrator/Deputy May 17 2019 1:20 PM Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 5/17/2019 1:19 PM Breen & Person, Ltd. J. Brad Person, Esq. MN#0296302 124 North 6th Street, Box 472 Brainerd, MN 56401 Telephone: (218) 828-1248 Facsimile: (218) 828-4832 e-mail: brad@breenandperson.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 30 and June 6, 2019

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 58-PR-19-34 Estate of Thomas James Hegge, also known as Thomas J. Hegge, also known as Thomas Hegge, Decedent.

NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on July 23, 2019, at 10:00 am, a hearing will be held in this Court at 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota, for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Kathryn M.

Hegge, whose address is 443 S. Mountain Rd., Gardiner, NY, 12525 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration.

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

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

BY THE COURT Dated: HEATHER WYNN Judge Judge of District Court 2019.05.21 10:28:20-05’00’ Dated: LIZ OLSON Court Administrator/ Deputy May 21, 2019 10:52 AM Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 5/21/2019 10:53 AM Attorney for Petitioner Kevin A. Hofstad Ledin, Hofstad & Troth, Ltd. 539 Main Street S. Pine City, MN, 55063 Attorney License No: 12445X Telephone: (320) 629-7537 FAX: (320) 629-2479 Email: kevinh@ledinandhofstad.com Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 30 and June 6, 2019 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-PR-19-31 In Re: Estate of Mark Arild Hagstrom, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INTESTATE) Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. No Will has been presented for probate. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Gregory A. Hagstrom, whose address is 2102 Sunnyhollow Lane, Cincinnati, Ohio 45239 to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate.

Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 5243-801, all creditors having claims against the

with Birch Creek Township, Bruno Township, Chengwatana Township, Clover Township, Crosby Township, Danforth Township, Dell Grove Township, Fleming Township, Kerrick Township, Kettle River Township, Munch Township, Nickerson Township, Ogema Township, Park Township, Pine Lake Township, Pokegama Township, Sturgeon Lake Township, Windemere Township, City of Askov, City of Bruno, City of Denham, City of Finlayson, City of Henriette, City of Hinckley, City of Kerrick, City of Pine City, City of Rutledge, City of Sandstone, City of Sturgeon Lake and City of Willow River. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.

Approve the Applications for Exempt Permit for the Minnesota Sokol Camp Association to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on August 11, 2019 at Minnesota Sokol Camp, 19201 Woodland Acres So., Pine City, MN AND for the Pine County Thunderin’ Toms Chapter of National Wild Turkey Federation to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on June 2, 2019 at Wings North, 19379 Homestead Road, Pine City, MN. Commissioner Mohr disclosed that he is the treasurer of the raffle and would abstain from voting.

Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve applications. Second by Commissioner Mikrot, Motion carried 4-0, Mohr abstaining.

Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve of Resolution 2019-23 designating the week of May 19-25, 2019 as Emergency Medical Services Week.

Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to schedule a Special MeetingCommittee of the Whole (Road Tour) for May 14, 2019, 10:30 a.m. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

With no further business, Chair Mohr adjourned the meeting at 11:38 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County History Museum, 6333 H C Andersen Alle, Askov, Minnesota.

Joshua Mohr, Chair Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator Clerk to County Board of Commissioners

The full text of the board’s Minutes are available at the County Administrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office.

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019

Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Registrar Pine Court Administrator 2019.05.15 11:08:45-05’00’ Dated: LU ANN BLEGEN Court Administrator Pine Court Administrator 2019.05.15 11:09:00-05’00’ BERGLUND & BERGLUND, LTD. Mark E. Berglund, #0338230 2140 Fourth Avenue North Anoka, Minnesota 55303 Telephone: 763-427-5950 Facsimile: 763-427-7136 e-mail: markberglund@berglund-Iaw.net ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 30 and June 6, 2019

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: July 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within twelve (12) 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 July 27, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat.

Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None Dated: May 16, 2019 Reverse Mortgage Solutions, 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 136 - 19-003678 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2019

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE CASE TYPE: CONTRACT/ REPLEVIN DISTRICT COURT TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 58-CV-19-231 American National Bank, a national banking association, Plaintiff, v.

Brian Robert Lindelof, Defendant.

SUMMONS THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO DEFENDANT, BRIAN ROBERT LINDELOF. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. 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: ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 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.

Dated: March 13, 2019.

ANASTASI JELLUM, P.A. /s/ Lindsay W. Cremona Lindsay W. Cremona, #393599 Garth G. Gavenda, #310918 Attorneys for Plaintiff 14985 60th Street North Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 439-2951 Lindsay.Cremona@AJ-Law.com Garth.Gavenda@AJ-Law.com Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 5/10/2019 9:02 AM Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 23, 30 and June 6, 2019 NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: May 15, 2014 MORTGAGOR: Jareld M. Thompson and Judith J. Thompson, husband and wife.

MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. its successors and assigns.

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded October 8, 2014 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A-516927.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. Dated May 2, 2019 Recorded May 6, 2019, as Document No. A546088.

TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1007487-0000553922-6 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 77199 Stevens Lake Road, Willow River, MN 55795 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 22.0199000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Real property in Pine County, Minnesota, described as follows: Southeast One-Quarter of the Southeast One-Quarter (SE1/4 of the SE1/4), Section Sixteen (16), Township Forty-Four (44), Range Nineteen (19). Subject to easements, restrictions and reservations of record, if any.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $313,800.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $156,020.43 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure

MINUTES OF PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING SPECIAL MEETING and COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE May 14, 2019 – 10:30 a.m.

John Wright Building – 130 Oriole Street – Sandstone, MN Chair Josh Mohr called the meeting to order at 10:33 a.m. Present were Commissioners Steve Hallan, Steve Chaffee, John Mikrot, Jr., and Matt Ludwig Also present was County Administrator David Minke, County Engineer Mark LeBrun, and Land and Resources Manager Caleb Anderson.

Also present was Shawn Jansen, Askov American.

The pledge of allegiance was said.

Motion by Ludwig to approve the agenda. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion passed 5-0.

County Engineer Mark LeBrun provided an update on roads and reviewed the request of Barry and Sandstone Townships for the county to take over the Government Road. This action would involve exchanging roads with the townships.

The county has also received a request from Sturgeon Lake Township for the county to takeover Dago Lake Road.

Land and Resources Manager Caleb Anderson updated the board on the status of recycling and solid waste management.

Commissioners then toured county roads in northern Pine County and the Willow River Transfer Station site.

With no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 2:11 p.m.

Joshua Mohr, Chair, Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator, Clerk to County Board Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #19-07 & 19-09 FROM THE MAY 1, 2019 REGULAR CITY OF PINE CITY COUNCIL MEETING A hearing was held on February 6, 2019 at the regular City Council meeting for Ordinance #19-07 – Amending Section 10.500.0300: Outdoor Signs of the Municipal Development Ordinance. A hearing was held on March 12, 2019 at the regular Planning Commission meeting for Ordinance #19-09 – Amending the official zoning map as described in Section 10.200.0120 of the Municipal Development Ordinance changing the Zoning District for a four and one half (4.5) acre parcel from one and two family Residential (R-2) to Higher Density Multi-Family Residential (MFR-2), for Tom Foster and Angela Foster.

Recommendations to approve Ord # 19-07 and Ord #19-09 was presented to Council on May 1, 2019 and was then passed.

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

Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PINE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Hall Council Chamber 315 Main Street South NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Pine City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to obtain comments and review the following items on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, beginning approximately at 6:30 p.m.: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT A residential Planned Unit Development (PUD) for Yanik Companies and Tom and Angela Foster, to develop a 72-unit senior apartment complex in the High Density Multifamily Residential (MFR-2) district and within the shoreland and floodplain districts, located at 20 – 1st Street SE, also referred to as parcel #42.5022.000.

REZONING A rezoning request for the City of Pine City to rezone five (5) parcels [#42.0024.000, #42.0018.002, #42.0018.000, #42.0020.000. #42.0019.000] from General Business (GB) to High Density Multifamily Residential (MFR-2) and four parcels (#42.0025.000, #42.0018.001, #42.0026.000, #420016.000] from One and Two Family Residential (R-2) to Mixed Use (MXU), along Main Street South and Johnson Avenue SE. This is a regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission, which is held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

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

Lezlie Sauter Community Development Director Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019

POKEGAMA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ON PROPOSED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A “REPTILE AND AMPHIBIAN ZOO” Notice is hereby given that the Pokegama Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 17th, 2019 at 7:00 pm, at the Town Hall, 18336 Town Hall Rd. Pine City. The purpose of this hearing is to obtain comments and suggestions from the public on a proposed Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo.. The proposed project will consist of a Family Friendly Zoo that features reptiles and amphibians from around the world. The project application is submitted by Jamie and Melissa Pastika and would be located off the Freeway Rd., approximately 3 mile North on County Rd 61 in Pokegama Township.

The Township of Pokegama encourages interested parties to attend public meetings and comment on the issues being discussed. If you wish to provide comments and are unable to attend the meeting, written comments may be submitted to or delivered to, the Township Zoning Department prior to the time of the hearing. These written comments will be made a part of the official record.

Questions regarding this matter can be directed to the Township Planning and Zoning Department at (320) 438-9465 or (320) 629-2877.

Date: June 3, 2019 Gordon Johnson, Township Planning & Zoning Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019

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OBITUARIES FROM PAGE 14

Carroll J. Bjorklund

Carroll Bjorklund of Pine City passed away Friday, May 24, 2019, at the Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis at the age of 86.

Carroll Jean Vogt was born Sept. 2, 1932, to Sterling and Elizabeth (LaBarge) Vogt in Walker, Minnesota, the youngest of seven children. Carroll attended school and graduated from Walker High School. She moved to Ohio and worked as a receptionist for the Export/Import Company of George H. Nowling.

In June of 1965 Carroll married Ron Bjorklund and so began a journey of happiness and togetherness that lasted 45-1/2 years until Ron’s death in 2011.

Carroll began working with Ron at the construction company he’d started prior to their marriage. It wasn’t unusual to see Carroll on the end of a rake or shovel or moving a backhoe or loader for Ron. Together they built Bjorklund Construction Company into a very successful business while raising two sons, David and Steve. Steven suffered a major stroke in 2006 and David passed away in 2014.

Carroll enjoyed reading, traveling, camping and hockey games. Ron and Carroll had two grandsons Todd and Eric that they also raised and became grandma/mother and grandpa/father and they loved every minute of that time. Both grandsons were in hockey from the age of five through high school.

Ron and Carroll never missed a hockey game in all those years. Ron’s greatest pleasure was seeing their great-grandson Chase become a hockey player and going to his games. Even after Ron’s death Carroll continued to attend their great-grandson’s hockey games.

Throughout Carroll and Ron’s years together…if you saw one of them you saw the other. As the old saying goes, “They were joined at the hip.” Carroll often remarked she’d had a very good life with a wonderful husband and four wonderful boys.

Carroll is survived by her son Steve Bjorklund; grandsons Todd Bjorklund and Eric (Becky) Bjorklund, all of Pine City; granddaughter Alex Reaves of Duluth; great-grandchildren Chase Bjorklund, Emily Bjorklund, Ryan Bjorklund and Adam Bjorklund; brother Jim (Marilyn) Vogt of Hackensack; many other relatives and friends.

Carroll was preceded in death by her husband Ron, son David, parents Sterling and Elizabeth Vogt,

brothers Edward, Earl and Richard Vogt; sisters Ruth Johns and Marie Fitzgerald.

Pastor Joel Preston officiated at funeral services for Carroll on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at the Swanson Funeral Chapel. Interment took place in Hilltop Cemetery, Pine City.

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

Margaret ‘Muggs’ O. McDonald Margaret O. McDonald of Pine City, formerly of Rush City, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2019, at Northern Pines Assisted Living, surrounded by family. She was 96 years old.

Margaret (Muggs) was born on June 25, 1922, to Robert and Stella Wedmark. She was the oldest of three children and attended and graduated from Rush City Schools. She was baptized and confirmed at Calvary Lutheran Church in Rush Point.

Margaret grew up in Rush City and while in high school she met Jack, the love of her life. They attended school together and Muggs often did Jack’s homework. After high school, Jack joined the Army Air Corps and served in WWII. They married on April 6, 1943, while stationed in Arizona. Jack and Margaret’s first daughter, Josephine Ann “JoAnn,” was born in 1944, their second daughter, Pamela Lu, was born in 1952.

Margaret worked various jobs while they were in the Army and upon returning to Rush City, she worked for the U.S. Postal Service. She primarily worked at Rush City, but she and Pam also had adventurous drives in snowy weather when they worked at the St. Paul Post Office. She also spent years working at the Rock Creek Post Office and gained weight due to Shirley Peterson’s wonderful cooking. After a 30-year career at the post office, Muggs went home for lunch one day, called the Union to see if she was eligible to retire, and didn’t return. She loved telling that story.

Both Jack and Margaret retired early and for 17 years enjoyed winters in Arizona. They spent most of their Wednesday mornings browsing the flea market and, in their last years together, had 3 p.m. coffee at the Rush City Burger King with many friends. They blessed their family with multiple vacations to Ari-

zona and Mexico. They would take up to four generations and 25 family members on these trips.

Margaret was very athletic; in high school she was able to long jump out of the pit, loved to hit home runs while playing softball with boys, and into her 40s she would sprint race her grandchildren down the street.

She was also a dedicated volunteer, being in service to the VFW, Meals on Wheels, the Rush City Senior Dining Site, and, into her 90s, for Red Cross Blood Drives. In her last years, Muggs loved to tell stories of, “When we were in the Army.”

Margaret adored her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, attending as many of their activities as she could.

“Jackie” and “Muggs” had a very special relationship. They were high school sweethearts and then were married for 64-1/2 years, never arguing a day. If you saw one of them the other was right there as well.

Jack treated her like a queen. Muggs missed him terribly, and from his death in 2007, she was never the same.

She is survived by daughter JoAnn Lindstrom of Pine City; grandchildren Kris (Randy) Clementson, Lara (Snuffy) Smetana, Dr. Karin (Joel) Lindstrom Bremer, Eric (Erin) White, and Carrie (Jim) Stumne; great-grandchildren Jared (Bry) Clementson, Jordan (Nikki) Clementson, Brietta Clementson, and Peyton and Maggie Jo Smetana, Aidan Pierson, Ethan and Ellie Mae White, Carter and McKenzie Stumne; great-great-grandchildren Weston, Annika and Miraya Clementson and Emme Clementson; son-inlaw Barry (Terry) White of Pine City; nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Stella Wedmark; husband Jack McDonald; daughter Pam White; granddaughter Jaclyn White; sister Ida “Annie” Taubert; brother Donald Wedmark.

Funeral services are pending at this time. Please visit www.FuneralAndCremationService.com or call the Funeral Chapel for details.

Memorials may be designated to Fairview Hospice.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the: Funeral and Cremation Service – Olson Chapel.

Kelly Jo Smetana Kelly Jo Smetana of Hugo, formerly of Pine City, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019, at the age of 38.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pine City. A time of visitation is planned for Thursday, June 6 from 5-8 p.m. at the Swanson Funeral Chapel in Pine City and also one hour prior to the Mass in the St. Anthony Commons Area at the church. Memorials are preferred to the family.

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POKEGAMA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ON PROPOSED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A PILOT CANISTER TRANSFER STATION Notice is hereby given that the Pokegama Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 17th, 2019 at 7:00 pm, at the Town Hall, 18336 Town Hall Rd. Pine City. The purpose of this hearing is to obtain comments and suggestions from the public on a proposed canister transfer station.

The proposed project will consist of a staffed recycling center and a community drop off center for residents only. The project application is submitted by Pine County Solid Waste Management and would be located at the existing leaf compost site off County Rd. 11. The Parcel is owned by the City of Pine City The Township of Pokegama encourages interested parties to attend public meetings and comment on the issues being discussed. If you wish to provide comments and are unable to attend the meeting, written comments may be submitted to or delivered to, the Township Zoning Department prior to the time of the hearing. These written comments will be made a part of the official record.

Questions regarding this matter can be directed to the Township Planning and Zoning Department at (320) 438-9465 or (320) 629-2877.

Date: June 3, 2019 Gordon Johnson, Township Planning & Zoning Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019 PINE CITY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ON PROPOSED INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS Notice is hereby given that the Pine City Township Planning

Commission will hold a public hearing on June 18th, 2019 at 7:00 pm, at the Town Hall, 21977 St. Croix Rd. Pine City. The purpose of this hearing is to obtain comments and suggestions from the public on proposed amendments to the Township Subsurface Sewer Treatment Ordinance. The proposed ordinance changes will reflect State rule changes along with meeting the minimum standards adopted by Pine County. Because of the nature of this ordinance change, all areas of the Township will be affected.

The Township of Pine City encourages interested parties to attend public meetings and comment on the issues being discussed. If you wish to provide comments and are unable to attend the meeting, written comments may be submitted to or delivered to, the Township Zoning Department prior to the time of the hearing. These written comments will be made a part of the official record.

Questions regarding this matter can be directed to the Township Planning and Zoning Department at (320) 438-9465.

Date: June 2, 2019 Gordon Johnson, Township Planning Zoning Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on June 6, 2019 NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pokegama Township is asking for quotes to perform the installation of the following culverts: 9 driveway culverts 15” x 32’ and 1 driveway culvert 15” x 34’. All driveway culverts are replacements.

Road Culvert: 1- 15” x 26’ North Pioneer Road north of White Oak Road 1 - 18” x 30’ North Pioneer Road north of White Oak Road 1 - 15” X 26’ White Oak Road 1 - 15” x 30’ Sod Road just west of Co. #13 1 - 18” x 38’ Paddle Road 1 - 18” x 40’ T Kay Lane 1 - 15” x 32’ Cross Cut Road

The Township will purchase all the culverts and aprons required for these installations. The Township Road Right of Way Ordinance requires seeding and mulching upon installation around culvert site so please include that cost in your quote. Information on these requirements can be obtained by the Zoning Office. All replacement culvert sights will be marked with pink flags.

You may submit your quote to the Township Clerk’s office by noon on June 13th, 2019. The Town Hall is located at 18336 Town Hall Road, Pine City, MN 55063. You may call the office if you have questions at 320-629-3719 or email at pokegamatownhall@yahoo.com.

Susan l. Alderink Administrative Clerk Pokegama Township Posted: June 6th, 2019 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 30 and June 6, 2019 Notice of Sheriff’s Sale Under Judgment and Decree STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF PINE DISTRICT COURT PINE COUNTY COURT FILE NO. 58-CV-18-471 Mira Investments, LLC, Plaintiff vs. John A. Jacobsen, individually; Karen S. Jacobsen, individually; John Burns, individually; United States of America, Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service; State of Minnesota, Department of Commerce; State of Minnesota, Department of Revenue, Defendants - 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 under and by virtue of a Judgment and Decree entered in the above-cited action on 3/5/19, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises hereinafter described to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due to said Plaintiff in the above-cited action from said Defendants John

A. Jacobsen & Karen S. Jacobsen, the Sheriff of Pine County will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, at the Pine County Sheriff’s office 6/27/19 at 10:00 a.m., the premises described in said Judgment and Decree to pay the debt secured by the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 3/15/15.

ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $165,000.00.

MORTGAGORS: John A. Jacobsen & Karen S. Jacobsen, a married couple.

MORTGAGEE: Mira Investments, LLC a Minnesota limited liability company. LENDER: Mira Investments, LLC a Minnesota limited liability company. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded on 3/16/15, as Document Number A-519466 in the Office of the Pine County Recorder. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 15881 Cross Lake Road, Pine City, MN 55063. PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 08.0462.011. LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MORTGAGED PREMISES: The South 189.99 feet of the following described property: That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4 of NW1/4) of Section Twenty-six (26), Township Thirty-nine (39). Range Twenty-one (21), described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of said Section 26; thence on an assumed bearing of South 0°5’50” West along the west line of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 26 a distance of 1020.12 feet; thence North 23°11’40” East 456.98 feet to Point “A”; thence North 1°37’15” East 600.20 feet to the north line of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 26; thence on a bearing East along said north line 225.0 feet to the point of beginning of the property to be described; thence continuing on a bearing of East along said north line 420.0 feet to the center line of County Highway No. 9; thence South 0°40’ West along said center line 600.0 feet to the intersection with a line that bears East from Point “A” described above; thence on a bearing of West

452 feet to the intersection with a line that bears South 3°43’02” West from the point of beginning; thence North 3°43’02” East 601.22 feet to the point of beginning. Pine County, Minnesota. AMOUNT DUE UNDER JUDGMENT & DECREE: $204,324.10 as of 1/29/19. THAT all pre-foreclosure requirements have been complied with; 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 said judgment and decree, the above-described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: 6/27/19 at 10:00 A.M. at 635 Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City, Pine County, 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. 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, will be six (6) months from the date of the sale confirmation, or Friday, 12/27/19. THE TIME ALLOWED

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BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGORS 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 5 UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED FOR AGRICULTURAL AND ARE PRODUCTION,

ABANDONED. HOMESTEAD DESIGNATION NOTICE: IF PART OF THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD CONTAINS YOUR HOUSE, YOU MAY DESIGNATE AN AREA AS A HOMESTEAD TO BE SOLD AND REDEEMED SEPARATELY. YOU MAY DESIGNATE THE HOUSE YOU OCCUPY AND ANY AMOUNT OF THE PROPERTY AS A HOMESTEAD. THE DESIGNATED HOMESTEAD PROPERTY MUST CONFORM TO THE LOCAL ZONING ORDINANCES AND BE COMPACT SO THAT IT DOES NOT UNREASONABLY REDUCE THE VALUE OF THE REMAINING PROPERTY. YOU MUST PROVIDE THE PERSON FORECLOSING ON THE PROPERTY, THE SHERIFF, AND THE COUNTY RECORDER WITH A COPY OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE HOMESTEAD YOU HAVE DESIGNATED BY TEN BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE THE DATE THE PROPERTY IS TO BE SOLD. Cassandra Jacobsen, Atty., Cozen O’Connor, 33 S. Sixth St., Ste. 3800, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 612.260.9000(p), 612.260.9080(f), Attys. for Plaintiff/Judgment Creditor, Mira Investments, LLC. Pine County Sheriff’s Dept., Dated 5/6/19, By: /s/ Chief Deputy Paul Widenstrom, Badge Number #423.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS OFFICE IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT AND DOES NOT IMPLY THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT MONEY FROM ANYONE WHO HAS DISCHARGED THE DEBT UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 and 13, 2019

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404 GARAGE SALES June 13, 14, 15 at Pine Village in Cambridge, follow signs. Household items; collectibles– selling hobby egg collection; odds & ends; some adult clothing.

Moving Sale: June 12th 8:00am-5:00pm.

Tools, Furniture, and Household. 3-1/2 miles South of Pine City on Hwy 61.

Huge Moving/Estate Sale. June 5-8, 9 a.m.

Furniture, household, tools, John Deere riding mower, holiday decorations, hit and miss motors. Everything must go. 2123 Basswood Road.

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PLANTING PROGRESS Roger Peterson, district sales manager for Gold Country Seeds has sales territory from the Twin Cities to the Canadian border. He said that on May 31 between 50-60% of the corn had been planted in this area. Corn was planted on sandy soil, but heavy low or clay ground was a few dry days away from being planted.

Carlson and Peterson also compared this spring to 2014 when there was so much prevented planting.

Carlson said that wheat got planted in the early window of nice weather and a lot of corn got in to make it about 75-80% planted in his territory from west of the cities to western Wisconsin and north to Rush City and Ogilvie.

All three said that only 10% of soybeans had been planted in the area as of last Thursday. In general, all crops were two weeks behind and a lot of farmers have switched to earlier season 80-85-day corn.

Carlson added that farmers need a window of warmer and dry weather to dry up the fields enough to finish planting. “The jet stream has to change,” he said.

Chad Barnick of Barnick Agency and crop insurance sales person also raises 1,200 acres of wheat, corn and soybeans near Coin in southern Kanabec County. He said that he had all of his corn and onethird of his total acres planted by last week. He was busy planting the rest. In May he had only four days when his soils were ready to plant. His corn that had been planted was coming up and looked good. In wet areas there is a chance of root rot.

Jason Zastera who farms west of Pine City in Pokegama Township said that his wheat and 700 acres of corn and soybeans were planted. He said that they are looking pretty good and he was going to do some spraying on Friday.

WHAT ARE FARMERS’ OPTIONS? Farmers with crops to plant have a couple of options. For corn and soybeans that were not planted, farmers can plant later than usual and will likely end up with lower yields than with earlier planting. If they have crop insurance, they can apply for a prevented planting payment. However, if they apply for prevented planting, they must control the weeds by either tillage, herbicides or by planting a cover crop.

“I hope farmers will still plant rather than take prevented acres,” Carlson said. “We’ll have some prevented acres. However, if farmers do not plant, they need to plant a cover crop to keep the weeds down, or keep it tilled. We recommend a mix of four to five different annual crops that will die with winter.”

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Farmers have been trying to catch up on planting after a cold, wet spring in 2019.

Barnick said that with crop insurance the prevented planting deadline for this area for corn was May 31 and for soybeans is June 10. Those who choose to plant a cover crop cannot hay or graze it until after Nov. 1, but can till it under. However, those in an NRCS program that pays for a cover crop cannot till it in the fall.

For prevented planting 55% is guaranteed for corn and 60% for soybeans. It is calculated on a combination of a 10-year average yield and whichever coverage option that a farmer selects between yield or revenue.

He added that in 2014, he tilled in a cover crop in the fall and had a record yield the next year in 2015.

With prevented planting there are so many rules that he encouraged farmers to talk to their agent before deciding.

He predicted that over half of the farmers will have some prevented planting acres. He did not believe that a decision has been made yet as to whether or not farmers who take a prevented planting payment can also receive a government tariff payment.

If a field is not planted it can take two to three years for the soil micro-organisms to recover. Farmers also lose the potential of a partial crop if the weather changes to favorable growing conditions. “A poor crop is better than no crop,” said Stromberg.

He said that a few of his seed customers were switching from 91 to 82-day corn. Last year 82-day corn planted May 8 yielded 175 bu./ac. 82-day corn planted on June 1 this year will not reach that yield, but there is still potential for a respectable yield.

CROP OUTLOOK The middle states in the U.S. are even worse off than we are according to Carlson. With their wet conditions and lack of good planting weather in the corn belt, it is possible to now contract corn for over $4/bushel.

Peterson indicated that most farmers will have to

plant even if it is late. “June 10 is the cutoff that most are looking at,” he said. “We’re in better shape than other places. The entire corn belt is having problems planting. In southwest Minnesota only 15-20% for the corn was planted while in East Central Minnesota 50% had been planted by last Thursday. In the Mankato area 80-90% was planted, but some will need to be replanted. Everyone expects to see corn prices go up due to the terrible spring weather. Prevented plant crop insurance will not make anyone rich. It is just a Band-aid for one year.”

Carlson, Peterson and Stromberg all said that alfalfa winterkill was significant. A few farmers will rotate to alfalfa where they lost alfalfa hay ground due to winterkill which was worse than farmers first thought.

Stromberg said that one of his neighbors had been to Iowa recently and said that he saw a 300-acre field with a 50-acre lake. “We actually lucked out,” he said.

“The markets are affected by the Iowa and Illinois conditions. The markets bumped up because the whole U. S. is behind. So, it still might be profitable, but it will not be a bin buster.”

Barnick said that market prices have increased in the last two weeks with the weather issues. He encouraged farmers to keep planting as prices are going up. Corn is over $4/bu and soybeans over $8/ bu. “We need it to go up another $1/bu. on soybeans,” he added.

Carlson pointed out that China is 40% of our soybean market. They will buy soybeans from somewhere.

Zastera said that the tariffs will hurt a bit. However, there is an excess of grain in the country from good yields in recent years and limited demand. “The bad weather this spring in the rest of the country may help to correct the over-supply and low-demand problem,” he concluded.

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Driver/laborer located in Braham, MN. Looking for Class B or Class D (regular driver's license) to drive 25,999 lbs, 26-ft. dock truck. City driving. After driving duties, you will finish your workday on the floor assembling sheet metal fittings. $13 to $15 per hour.

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Scottie & Son Auto Center, located in Cambridge, MN is looking to hire an experienced mechanic to add to our growing team. We are a full service mechanic and auto body shop, celebrating 40 years in business this year.

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Looking for kind and caring staff to assist us in our fun and laid-back social environment. No physical cares or restraining actions required. Offering a competitive hourly wage, paid training, annual bonus, and a $500.00 new hire bonus. Now hiring for PM Shifts 3:00pm – 10:15pm and Awake Overnight Shifts 10:00pm – 7:30am with rotating weekends.

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Position open for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator in the Isanti County Highway Department. For complete job description and to apply, go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ coisantimn/. Starting salary is $21.10 per hour with benefits. Deadline: Friday, June 7, 2019, at 4:30 p.m. AA/EEO.

Pine City Public Schools has the following opening: LIFE SCIENCE TEACHER  PINE CITY JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Requirements: Minnesota Certified Life Science licensure required. Preference given to candidates with science licenses and the ability to teach concurrent enrollment classes.

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Customer Service Representative Frandsen Bank & Trust is a growing company looking for a part-time Customer Service Representative to join our Pine City, MN office.

Responsibilities will include handling routine financial transactions while ensuring a positive interaction with customers/non-customers; handling customer inquiries and research; FB&T product knowledge and cross selling product as appropriate. This position will be approximately 15-20 hours per week.

The qualified individuals will provide professional, superior customer service to both internal and external customers. A pleasant disposition and ability to communicate clearly and effectively to new and existing customers is a must. Candidates must have an eye for detail, work efficiently and cooperatively, and be flexible. Teller experience is preferred.

Frandsen Bank & Trust is owned by Frandsen Financial Corporation (“FFC”), an inter-state bank holding company with $1.7 billion in assets and over 30 offices. To learn more about our company please visit www.frandsenfinancial.com.

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Havana a good time Tom Sauter and his wife Sue along with Ed Sauter and his wife Shelly visited Havana, Cuba on April 23. They reported having fun visiting and talking with the locals. Readers can show their Pine City pride by submitting pictures of themselves in exotic locations throughout the world. Send all photos to editor@pinecitymn.com.

Lions serve with a smile Members of the Pine Area Lions served up a tasty meal of walking tacos to Art in the Park visitors in Robinson Park on May 31.

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New Horizon helps make a difference Volunteers of the New Horizon Thrift Store are celebrating a new milestone this month. The thrift store has now given over $151,000 back to the community since its opening five years ago. The volunteers offered thanks to the Pine City community for the support they have received.

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The support from our readers and advertisers allowed us to grow from one newspaper to four newspapers, the Minnesota Flyer, a shopper and then later the retail store in Sandstone.”

“This fit is rather natural as we have adjoining newspapers,” said Gene Johnson. “Tim has been clearly committed to providing news and advertising in print and digital with local and regional appeal. Community newspapers really become the ownership of the communities themselves. We are here to produce it.”

Franklin will be staying on for a few months to help with the transition. “Tim’s knowledge and trust with readers, advertisers and employees is important,” said Matt McMillan, CEO for the Johnsons. “We’re planning to recruit a group publisher as we join Tim’s operations with our Northstar Media and Kanabec Publications divisions.

In the meantime, we’re pleased Tim’s agreed to stay on this summer.”

Northstar Media and Kanabec Publications includes the Isanti-Chisago County Star, Pine City Pioneer, Kanabec County Times, Advertiser as well as the printing facility in Cambridge.

The Johnsons also own a suburban group of publications based out of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, a group of Wisconsin publications, and ownership in Publishers Printing, Inc., a central plant in Amery, Wisconsin.

“Community newspapers today can be successful in a group with a central printing plant, production and business offices,” Johnson said. “We’ve been fortunate to handle printing for Tim Franklin’s company for the past 10 years.”

“I want to give thanks to everyone who has helped us in this incredible 16-and-a-half-year journey, from mov-

ing to the area not knowing one person, to being friends with so many from Pine to Carlton counties,” said Franklin. “Newspapers make a difference - since the beginning of the printing press - and are more important today in the digital and print age. Weekly newspapers make a difference in their communities. Thank you for allowing us this wonderful ride. I would ask you to please support the new owners as you have supported me for all these years.”

“Publisher-owners like Tim understand the value of community and local news,” McMillan said. “Tim shared a testimonial about a regular advertiser who recently told him his best marketing response comes from his campaign to reach his readers. We know people who read these print and digital editions are among the best engaged residents including being the best consumers in any market. Readers care about community. Tim’s worked hard to build trust with readers. We plan to keep his work going.”

“As a newspaper owner, I have always thought of us as just stewards of these great institutions,” Franklin said. “The community tells us when we are doing good things, and not so good things.

I know my wife Mary, and my children Emilee and Savannah, will have cherished memories of owning these publications. We have found a new owner who will be committed to the same principles of putting out great products, and at the same time, taking care of my former employees.”

“We invite your cooperation providing ideas, suggestions, and recommendations,” Johnson said. “Our goal is to be the best source of local information.”