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Spring flood dangers drop BY MIKE GAINOR EDITOR@PINECITYMN.COM

Though waters continued to rise on the Snake River at Pine City on Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service reported that the chance of flooding in the Pine City area is less than 50 percent this spring. Melting snow caused the Snake River to rise steadily this past week, reaching 5.8 feet at the Snake River Bridge at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27. However, by Wednesday the Snake River upstream of Pine City appeared to be leveling off. National Weather Service hydrographs show that after reaching a high of 6.66 feet on March 25, Snake River water levels began falling below that point in Mora. The Snake River appeared to have crested in Grasston on the morning of March 26. PHOTO PROVIDED

Lions help kids roar for reading February was “I Love To Read Month,” and the Pine Area Lions headed to Pine City Elementary school to read their favorite books to young students. The Lions mascot “Roary” got in on the fun too.

HISTORIC CRESTS Though spring flooding is always a concern, recent high waters have come as a result of torrential summer rains. The Snake River crested at 8.32 feet on July 17, 2018. Exactly two years earlier, on SEE FLOOD, PAGE 15

‘Escape room’ experience comes to Pine City BY CJ GUSTAFSON NEWS@PINECITYMN.COM

It’s WWII and the US Army barracks somewhere in Europe are under attack. General Montgomery and his men were evacuated in a rush, accidentally leaving behind the official battle plans hidden in his bunker. Now it’s up to you and your team to retrieve the plans and save the platoon from certain defeat. According to the latest intel, the enemy is one hour away. Do you have the skill and aptitude to find the plans and get out safely before the barracks are overrun? America is counting on you. This was the scenario for the dozens of people who participated in Breakout Route’s mobile escape room, hosted by Nick Olson and Three Twenty Brewing Co. “We chose to host the Mobile Escape Room because we thought it would be a great opportunity for the community members to experience something new and unique without having to drive to Minneapolis or Duluth,” Olson said,

adding that prior to this event, he personally had never been in an escape room. “The experience far exceeded my expectations. It was very fun.” The idea of escape rooms is not new. They’ve been around for several years now, and according to Lisa and David Spira, who post escape room reviews on their website, roomescapeartist. com, there are over 2,300 escape rooms in the United States and the number is growing quickly. So what is the basic concept of an escape room? Small groups of people (usually four to eight) work together in a room filled with clues to solve interactive puzzles that eventually lead to a final solution to a story or problem, allowing escape from the room. Plot lines are as varied as the human imagination can conjure up, but typically involve a time-sensitive situation such as a ticking bomb, a sinking ship or invading bad guys. The key is figuring out what items in the room are clues CJ GUSTAFSON | THE PIONEER

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The escape room is full of clues and secrets which must be uncovered by investigators.

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Snake River swells during spring melt Kelly Osterdyk (pictured) and Jeff Espeseth traveled down the Snake River by canoe on a sunny-but-windy Sunday, March 24. Despite 39 degree temps, the occasional wave breaking over the bow of their canoe, and two portages around areas clogged with chunks of ice, the adventurous duo made it from the Cross Lake Dam to the Saint Croix River a bit chilly but none the worse for wear.

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Pre-Diabetes 101 Seminar Concerned about pre-diabetes or developing diabetes? Don’t miss this FREE seminar, along with a FREE dinner! • Learn the deﬁnition of pre-diabetes and how it is diagnosed. • Discover how making small lifestyle changes can prevent diabetes. • Take home valuable resources, including books and handouts. Presented by Danna Woods, RD, LD, a registered and licensed dietician and member of FirstLight’s Nutritional Services Department.

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“Projects like Line 3 are really good for our community.” > Here are some of the ways Minnesota communities will beneﬁt from the Line 3 Replacement Project: Stimulating local communities Pipeline construction workers stay close to construction sites, so local businesses like hotels, restaurants, campgrounds, stores, movie theaters and recreational businesses will all benefit during the project. More than 8,600 jobs Private investment in Minnesota for the Line 3 Replacement Project is anticipated to be responsible for more than 8,600 jobs, $334 million in labor income and a total economic impact of more than $2 billion.

Jerome and Cheryl (Viking, MN) Owners, Viking Diner and Antiques

“As part of the upgrade project Enbridge worked on, we provided meals to-go, including 50 breakfasts, 100 lunches, 100 suppers and another 50 breakfasts in one day. It was a lot of work on our part, but good business! It’s all really good for the community. And we get the oil where it needs to be without adding more railcars and trucks.”

Almost $50 million in state taxes Currently, $30 million is paid annually by Enbridge to Minnesota in property taxes. In the first year of service, that will increase incrementally by $19.5 million, bringing our annual total to nearly $50 million—that’s tax dollars that can be used to fund schools, infrastructure, recreation and more.

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The Ruby’s Pantry food distribution is the fourth Thursday of each month at the Armory in Pine City. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. and food distribution will take place Thursday, March 28, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. For information call 320-496-3009 or visit www.rubyspantry.org.

‘Be Heart Smart’ Learn about heart disease, heart attacks, cardiac arrest and more on Thursday, March 28, noon to 1 p.m., at the FirstLight Mora campus. Free lunch will be served. For more information, or to register, call 320-225-3364 or email info@ fl-hs.org. Advance registration appreciated, but not required.

Free food plot clinic Sponsored by Pine County Thunderin’ Toms, Rush City Federated CO-OP, Wings North and East Central Spurs, a free food plot clinic will be held at Wings North, Pine City, on Thursday, March 28 at 7 p.m. The clinic will focus on placement of food plots and what to plant. Sign up early with Wings North, 320-629-4868, due to limited seating. For more information or seed availability contact Brad at 651-246-5201 or hamilton55056@gmail.com.

SATURDAY MARCH 30 Maple syrup at Mille Lacs Join Mille Lacs Indian Museum staff to learn traditional and contemporary methods for harvesting and processing maple sap during hourly demonstrations from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 30. Samples of maple sugar will be available for tasting. In the event of bad weather, this event will be moved indoors. For more information, call 320-532-3632; or email: millelacs@mnhs.org.

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Travel back in time with Minnesotan Adam Lindquist whose impersonation of President Theodore Roosevelt entertains, educates and inspires thousands of people each year. The presentation is at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 at the Rush City Public Library. No registration needed for this free, all ages event. For more information, visit www.ecrlib.org or call 320-358-3948.

THURSDAY APRIL 4 Author visit at The Spare Room The public is invited to an evening of laughter at The Spare Room in Rush City on Thursday, April 4 at 6:30 p.m. National author Lorna Landvik will share her brand new book, “Chronicles of a Radical Hag (with Recipes).” Granite Creek Gazette columnist Haze Evans suffers a massive stroke after fifty years writing for the paper. Her publisher decides to reprint her (mostly) beloved articles, responses and ‘homey’ recipes. Tickets are available at Scout & Morgan Books in Cambridge, Chucker’s Bowl and www.scoutandmorganbooks. com. Ticket includes door prize drawings, light appetizers, desserts and coffee.

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Driver improvement course A 55+ driver improvement course (four-hour refresher) will take place on Tuesday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Pine City High School Board Room. Preregistration is required. For information or to register call 888-234-1294, 320629-4030 or visit www.mnsafetycenter.org.

THURSDAY 3/28 Pine City Council: 8 a.m., Pine Government Ctr., Pine City TOPS-Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Pine City Library Community Room, 4:30-5:30 p.m. NAMI peer support: Cambridge Medical Ctr., 6:30 p.m. Teen AA/NA: 6:30 p.m., Teen Focus Center, Rush City Pine County LGBT: 7 p.m., Hinckley City Hall Comm. Room

MBC blood drive There will be a Memorial Blood Centers blood drive on Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Frandsen Bank & Trust, 560 3rd Ave. SE, Pine City. For more information or to sign up to donate, call 1-888-GIVE-BLD or visit www. MBC.org.

SUNDAY 3/31 AA (Big Book study): Evangelical Free Church, 7 p.m.

Buds ‘n’ Blooms Garden Club On Tuesday, April 9 the public is invited to the Buds ‘n’ Blooms Garden Club meeting, 6:30 p.m., at the Pine City VFW building. (Note new day and date). Speaker Julie Bjorklund of the Chisago County Master Gardeners will present the topic, “New Plant Varieties.” For questions call Verna at 320-629-2762.

Renewable energy options Learn about renewable energy options, come in and discuss the future. The free class will be held in the media room of Pine City High School on Tuesday, April 9 at 6 p.m. For more information contact Jane at 612-250-1282.

MONDAY 4/1 Celebrate Recovery: Pine City, Journey North Church, 6 p.m. Pine City Blue Star Moms: Pine City VFW Post, 6:30 p.m. AA: 7:30 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church TUESDAY 4/2 Pine County Board: Pine City, Pine County Courthouse, 10 a.m. WEDNESDAY 4/3 Woodcarving club: Askov, 9 a.m. Pine Co. History Museum Al-Anon: 725 2nd Ave. SW, Pine City, 12 p.m., 612-387-6094, David Focus on Ability: 1:30 p.m., Chisago Co. Snr. Ctr., North Branch Pine City 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

Family Law Clinic Free turkey hunting safety and calling will be presented for area youth. If interested in hunting with a mentor, being a mentor or have land available to host a youth/mentor please attend an information session at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 at Adrenaline Archery (1300 Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City). For more information contact Jack at 320-296-2353 or jackbarrows72@yahoo.com

The public is invited to the opening of “The Antique Quilt Show” on Saturday, April 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rush City History Museum, 350 South Eliot Ave. Quilts on display are from before 1960, belonging to the local Piecemakers’ Quilt Guild members. Coffee and cookies will be served on this opening day. Quilts will continue to be the special exhibit through the month of April on Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Email ileneoh@gmail.com with any questions.

THURSDAY - SUNDAY APRIL 4 - 7 Highway 61 Film Festival The 9th annual Highway 61 Film Festival is Thursday through Sunday, April 4-7, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Pine Center for the Arts, 265 3rd Ave. SE, Pine City, both Thursday and Friday, April 4 and 5. On Saturday, April 6 a film session will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Pine City High School auditorium, followed by a humorous and horrifying (adult-themed) set during the late-night session at the Pine City Pizza Pub at 9 p.m. It’s back to the art center on Sunday, April 7 with two sessions at 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. For more information and a full listing of films, visit

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The Refuge Network is sponsoring a free, open to the public, Family Law Clinic on Tuesday, April 9, 6 p.m., at Family Pathways (1575 E First Ave. Cambridge MN 55008). Attendees will learn the basics on dissolutions 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. Visit www.familypathways.org or call Bethany at 763-689-3532 with questions.

THURSDAY APRIL 11 ECE annual business meeting

Firearms safety training Firearms safety training classes will begin on Tuesday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the 7th grade commons at Pine City High School. Arrive the first night no later than 6:20 p.m. Students must be at least 11 years old at the time of the class to attend. Adults are welcome and encouraged to attend. Classes will be held April 9, 16, 23, 30 and a field trip (date TBD.) Call Steve Hallan at 320629-2465 or email shallan52@ gmail.com for cost or further information.

East Central Energy (ECE) members will learn what their electric cooperative is doing to bring safe, reliable electricity to east central Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin when they attend ECE’s business meeting on Thursday, April 11 at the Braham Event Center, 655 8th St. SW, and via live video at the ECE Superior Service Center, 3617 E. Baumgartner Road, Superior, Wisconsin. Registration begins at 5 p.m. at both locations. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. For more information visit eastcentralenergy. com or call 1-800-254-7944.

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‘Murder on the Snake River’ On Saturday, April 6 the public is invited to the murder mystery dinner theatre, comedy and magic show called “Murder on the Snake River...Snake Bit: The final voyage of the S.S. Guppy” at the Fish Lake Pavillion in Mora. Boarding is at 5 p.m., meet the captain at 5:30 p.m. and departure is at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Kanabec Area Chamber Foundation; call 320-679-5792 for tickets or more information.

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Horticulture Day in Pine City “Backyard Birds” will be the keynote presentation by wildlife and plant photographer and author Stan Tekiela at the 17th annual Pine County Master Gardener Horticulture Day on Saturday, April 6. Other topics will include breakout sessions on small tree fruits, tomatoes, hostas and adding color to your landscape with flowering shrubs. The day begins with registration, coffee and exhibits at 8 a.m. and runs to 2 p.m. at Pine City High School. Register by April 1 to save money and be entered in the grand prize drawing; call 800-657-3813 ext. 4, or visit www3.extension.umn. edu/local/pine.

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There will be cash bingo at the Pine City Senior Center, 670 Main Street S, 2-4 p.m., on Sunday, March 31. Proceeds are used for upkeep of the Senior Center building. Call Kathy at 320-6301359 for cost or information. On Sunday, March 31 the public is invited to the Brook Park Fire Department’s annual spaghetti feast from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brook Park Lions’ Hall. There will also be door prizes and drawings. All proceeds benefit the fire department.

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Wishing you a Happy Whatever Day Oh boy, oh boy, do we have a lot to celebrate this week. It was a dark and chilly morning a few days back, the latest in a long line of dark and chilly mornings. It was tough to get out of bed, much less head off for work with a smile on your face. But then I discovered that it was a holiday. It was, in fact, National Cake Decorating Day. You see, I get a lot of emails with random information sent to me. I’m sure every editor of every newspaper Editor’s in the good old USA gets the same stuff. I get told about album releases Soapbox by bands I’ve never heard of, political messages from candidates in West Mike Virginia and businesses very excited to announce that they have developed Gainor a new type of boot. On that morning I found out it was National Cake Decoi Day. rating Well, if we needed a random reason to celebrate – and we did – this was it. Then it occurred to me that there are usually a few things assigned to be a particular “National Blankityblank Day.” And guess what? It was also National Angel Food Cake Day. This was too good an opportunity to miss. Ignoring the howling wind and bitter precipitation (exaggerating, though not by much) I made my way to our local grocery store and asked that they bring me their finest decorated angel food cake. Well, the staff politely let me know they usually don’t decorate angel food cake, on account that it tends to crumple when you do. But I tried not to get crushed by disappointment and made the next best choice, and proudly arrived in the office a few short minutes later bearing a box of decorated cupcakes. They were pretty good cupcakes, too. And that brings us to this week, which is chock full of odd and interesting celebratory possibilities. Among other things, Thursday, March 28 is “Something on a Stick Day;” March 29 gets magical with “Smoke and Mirrors Day;” March 30 is “Take a Walk in the Park Day” and “Turkey Neck Soup Day” and March 31 is “Bunsen Burner Day” and “National Tater Day.” Rounding out your week, April 1 is not only April Fool’s Day, it’s “Fun at Work Day;” April 2 is “National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day” and “National Ferret Day.” And finally, Wednesday, April 3 is “National Find a Rainbow Day,” “National Tweed Day” and “World Party Day.” As a person who doesn’t own a Bunsen burner or a ferret, there are some of these holidays which I won’t be observing this year. But that doesn’t matter. What does matter is that, as a friend of mine says, waking up on this side of the grass is worth celebrating. A holiday – any holiday – is just an excuse to do it. MIKE GAINOR is the editor of the Pine City Pioneer. Contact him at editor@ pinecitymn.com or 320-322-5241.

“What day is it?” “It’s today,” squeaked Piglet. “My favorite day,” said Pooh. A.A. Milne

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Keep political debates civil To the Editor: Heartfelt congratulations to Nathan Nelson on winning the race for the House 11B seat. The campaign was short and intense and required lots of field work. Anyone that is willing to jump into the fray has to be committed to the process, so kudos to Nathan and his team, as well as to my team. He will have his work cut out for him in a very important legislative session that is quickly winding down and I wish him the best. Hopefully, the legislature will demonstrate enough common sense in this session that it will finally make substantial gains in creating affordable (not free) health care that is sustainable for all. The same goes for the cost of prescription drugs, another giant cost burden that not only affects seniors, but a large swath of the population. Among many items, these remain critical issues for all families. On another subject, but one that is related to the last three weeks… Near as I can tell, Nathan Nelson and I concentrated solely on the campaign issues we wanted to emphasize, and neither of us did or said anything of a negative nature during this local race that would belittle, degrade, or demonize our opponent. Politics on the national scene operate quite differently, however, as it’s commonplace to do what you can to vilify your opponent on a personal level, and take every opportunity to point out every flaw, real and perceived. It can be nasty, dirty and painful to watch, and reflects poorly on where we are as a society. By my observation, that level of antagonism and personal attacks mostly stays out of state politics, and is extremely rare in local politics. Locally, it’s quite typical, and commonly acceptable for supporters to make written comments to say, “Support my (candidate)” – or, “Vote for my (candidate).” It’s also typical for supporters to say and write, “Don’t vote for (my opponent)” … it’s accepted and normal. Some-

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thing, however, seems to have changed for the worse over the course of the past 30 days. Many online comments that were directed at me (from people who don’t know me) were scarily out of bounds, and lacked any semblance of civility or organized thought. The language and the variety of adjectives used was really disgusting and showed an angry, ugly side of this district, and these communities, that we should all take note of. Why did this happen? What was the motivation? In the 44 years I’ve lived in this county I’ve never seen this happen before. I can’t think of anything that I did to deserve that level of vitriol. It’s really sad and worrisome if this is the direction we are headed. Enough said, for now. As you can imagine, I would have preferred to be serving this district in St. Paul, but don’t worry, I still have plenty to do. I will continue to serve on the Hinckley City Council, and on the Park Board. I will continue to plan and stage the Sweet Summer Sounds family concert series (now in its fourth year). My volunteer board obligations will remain as they were, with the Lakes and Pines board as well as the Region 5 directorship and vice-presidency of the MN Association of Small Cities. The ECHO Housing Group still is on my monthly board obligations, as well as the Pine Housing Initiative. I will start my 26th year on the H/F Community Education board, and hope to be allowed the privilege of volunteering for my 27th year on the H/F football chain gang. I will also continue to sing, as needed, at St. Patrick’s Church. I have been, and continue to be, connected to this community and will continue to work for the betterment of the city of Hinckley specifically, and this region in general, because I believe in its potential and its citizens. I offer a big thank you to everyone who took the time, and fulfilled their civic duty, to vote in this election, regardless of who you voted for. In case you hadn’t noticed, we’re all in this together…

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Rarick: PolyMet mine beneďŹ ts state One of the last permits needed for the PolyMet mine has been granted by the Army Corps of Engineers. This is great news. We know this isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the final step â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there will be some activists from the other side who are going to bring court cases and try to hold this up, but when we look at it, the P.U.C. has said that this is a project that will be safe; the Army Corps of Engineers has now said that it is a doable project and it will not destroy the environment. Jason This is such a great project for that area of the state. They have kind of Rarick been not having the greatest econoState Senator my up in that area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they are based on mining up there, and this is a new mining opportunity for them. This will be great for jobs. And it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in my district, but the benefits will go throughout not just surrounding districts like mine, but to the whole state. Iron ore

mining over the years benefited the whole state, and this will do the same. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m listening to the concerns of people and I know they are worried about the Boundary Waters and other areas, but studies have been done and these groups that actually share the same mentality that many of these activists have, have looked at it and have said â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with science â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and have said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ok and we can do it. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time. I know weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have to deal with court cases, but these agencies have all looked at it as close as can be. We need to get going, that area needs these jobs, and we are not going to destroy the environment like many radicals have said we will. We can do both â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we can mine, and we can protect the environment. One thing I like to remind everybody â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they complain about the mining and say this is one of the greatest areas of the state. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been mining there for over 100 years already and havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t destroyed it. We can do this, and we should do this.

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In 2018, Minnesota farmers earned less than half the average American yearly income. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s according to a report released by the University of Minnesota Extension, compiling statistics gathered by the university and Minnesota State Agricultural Centers of Excellence of farm income from Farm Business Management participants. Adjusted for inflation, the report found that Minnesota farms earned the lowest median farm income in the past 23 years of data tracking in 2018. The reported median net income was $26,055, a decrease of 8 percent from 2017, with some farmers losing up to $72,000. The scope of the data represents about 10 percent of Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commercial farmers. In contrast, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average American makes about $56,000 a year. Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU), the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second-largest general farm organization, has

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Family farmers are some of the hardest working people out there and yet increasingly are unable to make a living doing what they love.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gary Wertish MFU President seen this trend of low farm income for the past five years and heard from members who face difficult business decisions as a result. MFU President Gary Wertish said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The University of Minnesota report on farm income is not surprising, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still disappointing and frustrating. Family farmers are some of the hardest working people out there and yet increasingly are unable to make a living doing what they love. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Milk prices have fallen yet

again, and the market is overflowing with milk. Pork and soybean producers have been hit by the presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trade war. Crop producers have faced erratic weather that drives down yields and income. This situation has put great mental stress on our farmers and farmworkers, as well as hurting rural communities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;State and federal lawmakers can help by providing a strong farm safety net so family farmers can make it through these tough times. They can end the trade war and work cooperatively with other nations to create fair agreements. They can work to stop the rampant agribusiness consolidation that is driving up input costs for farmers, with less competition in the marketplace. And they can enact reforms that take the burdens of health care costs off the backs of many family farmers who rely on the individual market. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we want family agriculture to survive, our policymakers need to take action.â&#x20AC;?

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After adjusting for inflation, Minnesota farms earned the lowest median farm income in the past 23 years of data tracked by University of Minnesota Extension and agricultural Centers of Excellence within Minnesota State. In 2018, the reported median net income was $26,055, down 8 percent from the previous year. Farmers in the lowest 20 percent reported losing nearly $72,000. The analysis examined data from 2,209 participants in farm business management programs, as well as 101 members of the Southwest Minnesota Farm Business Management Association. Participating producers represent approximately 10 percent of Minnesota’s commercial farmers. Notably, the number of participating dairy farms decreased by 15 percent in 2018, largely reflecting the number of participating dairies that sold their herds. “We don’t have consistent numbers that go back that far, but it is very likely that 2018 was the lowest income year for Minnesota farms since the early 1980s,” said Dale Nordquist of the Center for Farm

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ings. Southern Minnesota producers especially struggled to get their crops in with persistent spring rains; local spring flooding forced many to replant fields more than once. Corn production was hit especially hard, with average corn yields down 20 percent across the southern part of the state. Yields were higher in the Red River Valley. Low prices persisted for all major crops. Soybean prices especially were impacted by trade issues. “It could have been a lot worse,” said Aaron Brudelie, a Minnesota West Community and Technical College farm business instructor. “The federal Market Facilitation Program was the main reason soybean producers showed any profits this year. Producers are using those profits to help offset another year of losses in corn production in southern Minnesota.” USDA’s Market Facilitation Program provided direct payments to producers of certain commodities that were impacted by retaliatory tariffs by foreign countries. WIDE VARIATION IN EARNINGS Not every operation struggled. Across all farms, the farms earning the highest net incomes, those in the top 20 percent, earned an average of $184,000. “There are still a lot of farms out

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10 Years Ago, 2009 Pine City hosted a sub-section large group music contest on Tuesday, March 17 with bands and choirs from eight area schools participating. Pine City’s ensembles showed their strength, with the 74-member Concert Choir receiving unanimous “Superior” ratings from the panel of three adjudicators. This is Pine City’s second year in a row to receive unanimous “Superior” scores, the highest rating possible. The ensemble received high marks for their outstanding intonation, diction and tone. Adam Brackenbury of Pine City recently won $20,000 playing Minnesota State Lottery’s Bonus Crossword scratch game. The winning ticket was purchased at Pump-N-Munch in Pine City. On Friday, March 13, the Pine Dragons Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) sponsored the fi rst annual Spring Swing Dance for fourth-sixth graders at Pine City Elementary School. Admission to the dance was a donation for the Pine City Food Shelf. The PTO hosted 286 students at the dance.

excellence with a 3.0 or better grade point average. The mission of the academy is to provide instruction and experience to all cadets so they graduate with the knowledge and character essential to leadership and the motivation to become career officers in the U.S. Air Force. Bauman is the son of Steve and Elaine Bauman, Pine City. He is a 1992 graduate of Pine City High School.

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Susan Youngbauer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Youngbauer of Pine City, has been chosen as the 1969 Girl’s State Representative by the girls of the junior class and the faculty of the Pine City High School. David Lueth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Lueth, was the winner in the annual Cub Scout Pinewood Derby race held last Thursday evening at the VFW auditorium. David’s car proved to be the fastest, netting him the grand trophy. Salary negotiations between the local school board and teachers appear to be moving along very slowly. The board’s latest offer to the teachers came Wednesday last week when its proposal called for a BA degree salary of $6,500 to $9,800 in 11 steps. This was rejected by the teachers.

The week of April 4-10 is “School Board Member Recognition Week” throughout Minnesota. Local board members being honored during the week are Chairman Doug Anderson, Bob Shuey, Deb Bombard, Paul Janssen, Mark Skalicky, Dan Peterson and John Woll. They are among the 2,652 locally elected board members serving in Minnesota’s 396 public school districts. In recognizing these local officials, Gov. Arne Carlson said in his proclamation, “Members of local school boards deserve recognition and thanks for the countless hours of service to the people and students of our state.” Air Force Cadet Brian Bauman has been placed on the dean’s list for academic

The office of the Pine County Agricultural and 4-H Club agents will be moved this week to Pine City, where they will be located on the second floor of the Village Hall. The move was recommended last week because agents have been unable to find housing in the central part of the county. Staff Sgt. Joe E. Blahnik, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Blahnik of Brook Park, recently received a letter of commendation. Before the battalion could go on maneuvers, new motors had to be installed in the 40 ton tractors. Joe worked on them night and day to get them in on time. Some time previous,

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Pixley becomes 2009 semifinalist in Minnesota Geographic Bee James Pixley, son of David and Susan Pixley, will represent Pine City Elementary as a semifinalist in the 2009 Minnesota Geographic Bee. He will compete at the state level on Friday, April 3 at St. Cloud State University. It is the first time a semifinalist has represented Pine City Elementary.

75 Years Ago, 1944 Joe won two medals as sharpshooter with a pistol and made expert with a carbine. For fast shooting at moving targets Joe received as his reward the privilege of going through a Nazi village.

100 Years Ago, 1919 The Farmers Convention to be in the armory at Pine City on Saturday of this week, will probably be the largest attended meeting of the kind ever held in the county unless the condition of the roads is such that many are prevented from being present. When you come to the Farmers’ Convention be sure to notice

the exhibit about clean milk in Breckenridge’s window. Notice what a queer growth may develop from one hair or a piece of straw. Samples of each are shown in small glass dishes containing a sort of jelly. This growth will form quicker in milk than it did in the dishes.

125 Years Ago, 1894 What might have proved a serious accident occurred at Wisdom and Cannon’s mill on Monday morning of this week at about 8:30. It being a cold day and sawing oak logs, the band saw was fi lled with frost. The carriage had been

run back to put on another log and the sawyer was busy at the edger when a report rang out like a cannon, the saw broke, one end of it striking against the roof of the mill with such force as to knock a hole through it and demoralizing the saw so that it is useless only for repairing other saws there being about 10 feet spoiled. It was a close call for four or five men that were working near the saw but providence was on the side of the men and their lives were spared. Sawing had to be suspended until the saw can be replaced.

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Carried in mothers’ arms After losing a baby, woman is upheld by moms group BY LORI ZABEL NEWS@COUNTYSTAR.COM

“Hey, I have to plan a funeral in a few days.” Sonia Lindert reached out to friends for help as she faced the unthinkable in October 2016 – at 32 weeks in her pregnancy something went wrong. She required an emergency C-section, gave birth to a boy she and her husband named Kenson, but he didn’t survive. They had only days to plan a funeral through their crushing grief. The Cambridge couple had moved from North Dakota a year before, not knowing anyone, and family was far away. Lindert thought of one option for help – the Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) group she’d been attending at North Isanti Baptist Church in Cambridge. “I reached out and asked if anyone would make bars or a dessert or cookies just to go along with the coffee at the funeral home that they provided for us,” Lindert said. But the ladies of MOPS had a different idea. “‘Bars?’ they said. No, we’re going to take care of all of this,’” Lindert recalled. “‘We’re bringing bars and desserts and food, and we’re going to bring it to the funeral home. We’re going to set it up for you.’ I remember being at the funeral, and the ladies were there doing their thing. I was just crying.” And that wasn’t the end of the help and

support. According to Lindert, women prepared extra food for guests who came to her home after the funeral, and two women washed all the dishes afterwards. She was given flowers and an Aldi gift card. Others watched her older son Christian, then a toddler, so she could attend to other details. “They set up a meal train for me,” Lindert said. “I had never heard of a meal train – people brought us food and things so I wouldn’t have to worry about that.” The outpouring of love made a lasting impression on Lindert. She credits the relationships she made in the mothers’ group with getting her through the tragic time. “It’s almost like a small family,” she said, “that you cling to and you know there are ones you can rely on for whatever you need – whether it’s prayer, emotional support or ‘Hey, can you come watch my kid?’ I never experienced that before.” WHAT IS MOPS? Mothers of Preschoolers is a nationwide program with local chapters that meet monthly to offer education, support and encouragement to moms of young children. “Sonia’s story is really the model of what you would hope would happen in a MOPS setting,” said Jen Martens, founder of the local chapter. “You’ve got this momma who comes to a new community with a child,

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wants to have a place to belong, to have people to link arms with. And that happens, and then all of a sudden there’s a part of the story that you never expected to have happen. And that relationship goes deeper.” The local group meets from 9-11 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. It begins with coffee and brunch supplied by different members each time. Childcare is always provided to give mothers a little break. “The moms get to eat a meal without kids on them,” Martens said, “Have coffee and interact with each other. They get to just talk and listen.” A speaker or video presentation follows on a variety of subjects. Past topics have included: Facing Adversity, Raising Compassionate Kids, Technology-Wise Families, Sexual Intimacy in Marriage, Mothering Right When Our Kids Do Wrong and Hospitality. “Then we break off into these pre-assigned discussion groups,” Martens said, “where they get to continue to know each other better on a deeper level and talk about what they learned that day from the speaker.” These small-group times birth many close friendships, according to Martens. She said the women always want more time to keep talking as the 11 o’clock hour rolls around. “I truly know I’ve made lifelong friends here in this group of ladies,” Lindert added. “It’ll last forever. I just love them. They’re all great, but then you make those smaller connections with certain ones and think, ‘These are my girls.’”

MORE THAN JUST TALKING The care expressed by the moms goes beyond their immediate circle. Throughout the year they also take on service projects for other nonprofit organizations. “We made feminine hygiene products for women in third-world countries,” Martens said of their most recent project. Through service and relationships, the group hopes to help young women blossom even while they’re changing diapers. According to Martens, the mission statement of MOPS International includes the goal to “encourage and equip moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women and leaders.” Martens currently serves as a Leadership Mentor to the local group, after starting the chapter with another woman in 2005 when her children were ages 5, 3 and an infant. “It gave me opportunities to grow in all of these areas that you typically don’t get just staying in the confines of your home as you’re raising kids,” she said, “ – to be able to use your gifts and talents. And you see that in Sonia’s life. She’s realizing her potential as a mom, as a woman and as a leader.” Lindert agreed, saying attending MOPS has had a “domino effect” of positive things in her life. “It’s led me to where I never thought I would be,” she said. “I didn’t have a church home. It kind of led me to (North Isanti Baptist), leading me to Bible studies, deeper relationships, learning to serve a little bit more.” She is finishing out her first year as the group’s

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Cambridge mom Sonia Lindert (left) and her son Christian, 4, share a laugh with Jen Martens, a leader in the local Mothers of Preschoolers group.

hospitality coordinator – planning decor, setting up meetings, overseeing food, communicating plans, welcoming new moms – and new babies. Lots of babies. But the group is always accepting new, non-baby members. “This group is for every mother,” Martens pointed out. “When we say every mother, we mean every mother. You don’t have to belong to a church. You don’t have to have any type of religious affiliation. This is a non-denominational group. You just come as you are. There are no requirements. You can come in sweats, pajama pants or take the opportunity to get dolled up.” Lindert laughed and added, “You don’t even have to shower.” MOPS is hosting a Swedish Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 6, from 9-11 a.m. at North Isanti Baptist Church, 2248 313th Ave. NE, Cambridge, plus a silent auction with homemade goods, services, gift baskets. Cost to be announced.

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Home Spring Improvement Get ready: Early spring landscaping tips

During the cold months of winter, many people stare longingly out of the window dreaming of spring and time spent outdoors.

this patch to the bare areas, water, and continue to care for the area until the spot fills in.

For those with green thumbs, images of tending to the garden and other aspects of their landscapes no doubt dominate such daydreams.

• Spend a day in the garage or shed tending to the lawn mower and other gardening equipment. Clean all tools and ensure that everything works, repairing parts as needed.

Draw inspiration from those budding crocuses and daffodils pushing through the last remnants of snow and employ these tips to prepare for the upcoming gardening season.

• Give outdoor entertaining spaces a good scrubbing, clearing away dirt and grime that may have accumulated over the winter. Use a leaf blower to blow away any leftover leaves.

• One of the first steps is to apply a preemergent weed killer to get a head start knocking out weeds that can plague the lawn during the growing season.

• Check if the front porch, railings or decking need painting and/or staining. Tackle these projects when the weather is cooler so everything will be ready for those peak spring days.

Killing weeds at the roots early on can mean far fewer hassles in spring and summer, and may prevent new generations of weeds from cropping up each year.

• Think about any annuals you might want to plant in the landscape this year that will complement any existing shrubbery or perennials. Come up with a theme so that the entire yard is cohesive.

• While it may be tempting to take a prematurely warm day as a sign that spring is in full force and purchase a bunch of annuals, it’s better to know the last of the possible frost dates (check “The Farmer’s Almanac”); otherwise, you may waste time and money planting flowers or vegetables only to have them zapped by another frosty day.

Before homeowners know it, winter is gone and it is time to once again to enjoy long days spent outdoors. Get a jump start on spring lawn prep as soon as you can.

• Amend the soil so that it is the right consistency - just crumbling when lifting it. Soil that is too muddy after spring thaw can harden, making it difficult for plants to flourish later on.

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Two head to state Each year, the American Legion Auxiliary and Rush City Post 93 choose a junior girl and boy from Rush City High School to attend American Legion Girls State and Boys State. This year, they chose Angle Martinz Johnson for Girls State and Matt Papke for Boys State. The purpose of the program is to provide citizenship training for them in the their junior year of high school to inform them about the duties, privileges, rights and responsibilities of American citizenship in order to understand and participate in the functioning of their government and to help them grasp the meaning of some of the responsibilities that they must assume when they become adults. They will learn government by living it in mythical cities, counties and state. They campaign for office and elect their own officials to govern. They will meet new friends from around the state. This years Boys State is sponsored by a long time member of Post 93, Robert Booth, and Girls State is sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Post 93. Minnesota Girls State will be held on the campus of St. Thomas University in St. Paul in June. Boys State will be held on the campus of St. Johns University in Collegeville in June. Pictured (l-r): Dennis Pederson, adjutant for American Legion Post 93, Matt Papke, Angle Martinz Johnson and Clarice Stream, Girls State coordination representing the Legion Auxiliary.

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Dragons end season 24-4 with playoff loss to Spectrum BY LANCELOT E. FURBER SPORTS@PINECITYMN.COM

Pine City faced off against Spectrum on Monday, March 11 and were defeated during this playoff game 76-63. Spectrum was a very talented team that had a great regular season. They went 22-4 in the regular season and were playing some great basketball heading into the playoffs. Pine City entered into the game with a 24-3 record and was also playing at the top of their game. Unfortunately, according to coach Allen, Pine City did not execute for most of the night and just did not bring their “A” game. “They had some very talented individuals that created a tough matchup for us. Coming into the game, we thought we had a great game plan for what needed to be done; and looking back on it, I don’t think we would change a thing,” said coach Kyle Allen. “We had time to prepare, we had time to get our match-ups ready, and we had time to go through everything.” Pine City tried to neutralize some of Spectrum’s big offensive threats in the game, which the Dragons defense was able to do for some stretches, but not for as long as was needed to slow the Spectrum

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Pine City faced off against Spectrum on Monday, March 11 and were defeated during this playoff game 76-63.

offense. Pine City also looks to their defense for rebounding at the boards; however, Pine City did not execute as well as usual. “Statistically, we did

not play well with them. We gave up 13 offensive rebounds, allowed them to shoot 30 free throws compared to our 12, and fouled them 23 times compared to the 12 fouls that they committed,”

said coach Allen. Seth Logan led the Dragons in scoring with 23 points. Logan also led in total rebounds with 11. He was followed by Nick Hansmann with 10 points and six total rebounds.

Hansmann also led Pine City in assists with five. “This group has been so fun to coach, all year they have been great about execution, changeability and next play mentality. For whatever

reason, we just didn’t have those things that night,” said coach Allen. “It is not the way this group deserves to go out. It has been a tough pill to swallow.”

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Loans available for farmers Minnesota farmers may seek assistance from the Rural Finance Authority’s (RFA) Restructure Loan program if they have good credit but are having trouble with cash flow. The Restructure Loan program is available for refinancing debt related to agricultural activities only and requires collateral of a first mortgage on farm real estate. “This may be a good option for Minnesota farmers who are in good standing with their local lender but are struggling with cash flow,” said RFA Senior Loan Officer Ryan Roles. “The current interest rate is 4.25 percent and the participation term may be up to a maximum of ten years.” The RFA will participate on 45 percent of a qualifying loan up to a maximum of $525,000. There is a $50 non-refundable application fee on all loans. An applicant must meet the following requirements: • Be a resident of Minnesota, a Minnesota domestic family farm corporation, or family farm partnership. • Be the principal operator of the farm. • Not be a current or previous participant in an RFA farm debt reorganization program. • Have a total net worth that does not exceed $1,777,000 (indexed for inflation). • Have received 50 percent of their

gross income from farming over the past three years. • Have expenses that do not exceed 95 percent of income. Information on the Restructure Loan Program and all RFA loan programs is available at www.mda.state. mn.us/restructure. GRANTS FOR DAIRY FARMERS The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (DMA) is offering a new grant program to help Minnesota dairy producers move from Grade B status to Grade A status and help Grade A producers maintain their status. “Our dairy farmers have been struggling with low prices for years, and now they’re challenged with surviving this tough winter weather,” said Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen. “This new grant program should provide a significant boost to many dairies in the state.” Producers may apply for up to $10,000 with no matching requirement. Eligible costs include the equipment, services and physical improvements needed to meet or maintain Grade A dairy farm and quality standards. Proposals are due at 4 p.m. on May 1. For more information and to apply, producers may visit the AGRI Dairy Farm Improvement Grant webpage.

Call for help at crossings The Minnesota Department of Transportation reminds motorists to use railroad emergency notification system signs if there is a safety issue or emergency at a rail grade crossing. The blue and white signs are posted near the crossing on both sides of the road and should be clearly visible to the motorist. The emergency notification system sign includes the railroad’s emergency contact phone number and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s national crossing phone number, which identifies the exact location of the crossing to the railroads. This winter, a truck pulling a trailer got stuck in the snow at a public railroad crossing in Milbank, South Dakota, resulting in more than 20 cars and two engines derailing. Had

the driver of the truck, who was not injured, known to call the contact numbers, the incident could have been prevented, said Jim Weatherhead, state rail program coordinator. “The crossing code from the emergency notification system signs, made up of seven numbers and letters, and the railroad phone number are the only two things a motorist needs to know when reporting an issue,” said Weatherhead. “Motorists don’t need to know the name of the street or railroad.” He said motorists can call the phone number listed on the sign to report emergency or dangerous situations such as a signal malfunction, if someone or something is on the tracks or if the crossing is blocked for more than 10 minutes.

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The IMAGE Art Show 2019 will be held at the East Central Regional Arts Council at the office and gallery located in downtown Braham. The Call for Entry form for artists is available online and is due by the deadline date of April 1. This year’s IMAGE Art Show will be held April 27 through May 4, with an opening reception on Saturday, April 27 from 5 - 8 p.m. A welcoming ceremony and the judges’ presentations are scheduled for 6 p.m. that same evening. The show is open to the public. There is no fee to enter or attend IMAGE. This is the 32nd year of IMAGE, the annual judged art show for visual artists residing in Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine counties (Region 7E). It is sponsored and hosted by the East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC). IMAGE is a celebration of artists living in Region 7E. Visual artists of all expertise and art forms from any of the five counties are encouraged to enter the show. IMAGE awards include: two Judge’s Choice Awards ($500 each); up to 10 Excellence Awards ($200 each); and up to 10 Merit Awards ($150 each). In addition, artwork entered will be eligible for People’s Choice ($300) and Purchase Awards. ECRAC will purchase one or more entered pieces of art which will then become part of the Council’s permanent collection. These awards (with the exception of People’s Choice) will be presented at the opening reception during the first day of the show. The People’s Choice Award will be given after the show ends and voting by attendees is complete. The online entry forms are due no later than 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 1, and artists may only enter one work of art to be exhibited. For entry form assistance or more information, call 320-396-2337 extension 1, or email: info@ecrac.org.

Registration is now open for AIS Detectors, MAISRC’s volunteer network and science-based training program launched in partnership with University of Minnesota Extension. After being certified as an AIS Detector, participants will serve a critical role by helping search for new AIS infestations, providing outreach to their communities and helping AIS researchers in the field. Those wanting to become an AIS Detector will start with a self-paced online course that covers identification of 11 aquatic invasive species plus their native lookalikes, the ecology of Minnesota waters, AIS regulations and reporting and more. When they register, participants will also choose their preferred in-person workshop date and location, where they will have the opportunity to meet other AIS Detectors and University of Minnesota experts, as well as get their feet wet with hands-on AIS identification practice. https://www. maisrc.umn.edu/ais-detector

Apply now for Pine City Art Fest The 42nd Annual Pine City Art Fest will be held on Saturday, July 20 in downtown Pine City. Applications are now being accepted from interested exhibitors. A limit of 75 booth spaces will be available once again this year and must be secured through a completed application form and registration fee of $35 (when submitted prior to June 20). A copy of the eligibility information, entry fees and application form are available at https://bit.ly/2TMsS2L

Help Pine County determine priorities for natural resources The USDA’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) takes into consideration the local resource concerns for each county in Minnesota. Every year local resource professionals and concerned citizens meet to discuss the current natural resource priorities for the county. This meeting is called the Local Work Group (LWG) meeting. The Pine County 2019 LWG will be held at the Natural Resource Conservation Service Office, 260 Morris Avenue N, in Hinckley, on April 11 from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call the office at 320-3847432 to inquire about the LWG meeting and register to attend.

DNR reports busy week in area DNR Conservation Officer Bret Grundmeier, working out of Hinckley, reported a slight increase in ice fishing activity this past week as snow and slush diminished to levels where anglers could move around on the lakes without having to fight the knee-deep slush. Investigations were finished up on a case of timber being stolen from state forest land along with a report of the theft of processed venison. Time was also spent helping out an individual who had set up a winter residence on state park land. The person, who had spent much of the winter living out of an uninsulated, homemade shelter, was assisted in moving to a better location.

Family still seeking missing hunter

David “Lee” Peltier disappeared while on a hunting trip in the Nemadji State Forest on Nov. 3, 2018, but his family is planning to continue the search this spring. The spring search will include search and rescue staff from the Department of Natural Resources as well as Pine and St. Louis county. Read more on this story at: https:// www.hometownsource.com/stillwater_gazette/he-s-still-out-there-family-of-missing-lake-elmo/article_27eac6a8-49ae-11e9-8954-cf2d1ee1e375.html

East Central Energy members invited to annual meeting

East Central Energy (ECE) powers east central Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin with electricity that is increasingly safer and more reliable. As our homes and communities find new and smarter ways to go electric, ECE invites members to attend their co-op’s annual meeting on Thursday, April 11. Offered at two locations, the meeting will be held at the Braham Event Center, 655 8th St. SW, Braham, MN and via live video at the ECE Superior Operations Center, 3617 E. Baumgartner Road, Superior, Wisconsin. Registration at both locations will begin at 5 p.m., with the business meeting beginning at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. President/CEO Steve Shurts will review ECE’s 2018 financial report and highlight significant events from the past year. Members will have time to ask questions and gain helpful information about the industry and issues that impact their bill. Newly-elected ECE Directors will be announced, Power Up scholarship recipients will be awarded, and the Touchstone Energy Community Award will be presented to the 2018 winner, U of M Extension Pine County Master Gardeners. Safe, reliable electricity has powered our lives for generations. By attending the annual meeting, members are able to speak up, be heard and influence the future of ECE. For more information or driving directions, visit eastcentralenergy.com or call 1-800-254-7944.

Boundary Waters trip for veterans

The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is hosting a free trip for veterans to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in northern Minnesota July 9-14. The Center will be taking a small group of veterans up to Ely where they will spend a night at Veterans on the Lake Resort before heading into the BWCA on July 10. The trip is being outfitted by Canadian Waters Inc. The group will return from their trip on July 13 and spend another night at the resort before heading back into civilization. Interested veterans can apply for the trip at https://tinyurl.com/y39zvv6f or call the Center at 715-392-7151.

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‘Whiskey’ plates on classic car?

If I get a DWI and elect to put on the W-series plates on Q: all my vehicles, do I have to put them on my collector car that I own?

Yes you do, if you intend on driving A: it. All vehicles (including motorcycles and self-propelled RVs) solely or jointly

FLOOD DANGERS: River recedes upstream FROM PAGE 1

July 17, 2016, the Snake River peaked at 8.82 feet – the seventh highest recorded crest for the river, and the highest since it hit 9.24 feet in 2001. The highest level ever recorded on the Snake River at Pine City is 10.38 feet on July 27, 1972. Eight feet is considered “Action Stage” by the National Weather Service, with some flooding in low-lying areas. Nine feet is flood stage, when rising waters pose a significant hazard to lives and property.

FLOODING ACROSS MINNESOTA On March 27, seven areas across Minnesota were reporting flood-stage waters: minor flooding on the Mississippi River at Fort Ripley and the Sauk River in St. Cloud; moderate flooding on the Crow River at Rockford, the South Fork Crow River near Mayer and the Minnesota River at Montevideo; and major flooding on the South Fork Crow River at Delano and the Mississippi River in St. Paul.

What is the law about pickup trucks with the flashing Q: amber lights? I noticed some of them traveling down the road when they are not actively plowing. Also, is there a law

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and how they are used. Often the people playing know each other, as in friends or family, but many times individuals unfamiliar to each other are plunked together to fill the slots available. Or, the team members may be coworkers. More and more companies are using escape rooms as teambuilding exercises, since solving the puzzles requires the input of several people working together. What makes the Breakout Route escape room particularly unique is that it’s on wheels. Created in a 24-foot trailer by Ryan and Christina Farrell and their children Aiden, 17, and Sophie, 14, it’s touted as Minnesota’s First and Only Mobile Escape Room. While there are models that can be set up in a tent, technically making them mobile, the Farrell’s game room is entirely self-contained and requires no assembly, just a space to park the trailer. The Farrells first experienced an escape room while on vacation in Florida several years ago. They had so much fun their first time that they went back the next night and tried a different room. They were hooked. Then Ryan, who grew up in the small town of Floodwood, got the idea to put an escape room on wheels so it could be brought to rural areas where entertainment options, especially for families, tend to be limited. “It also allows us to partner with small businesses to help them bring in customers,” Ryan explained, adding that they have worked primarily with brewery owners because, “They are creative people who like innovative ideas and this fits well with their businesses.” The escape room would seem to be a good idea for any business owner with a retail location since all they need to supply is space to park the trailer. The $20/person fee charged to participants covers the Farrells’ expenses. “Since it’s on wheels, all we need is somebody to host us,” Ryan explained. Although breweries form the bulk of Breakout

owned, leased or registered in the driver’s name, are subject to the plate impound order. These vehicles may not be operated without special registration plates during the plate impound period. The following DWI violations would qualiAsk a fy for the W-series plates: • A second DWI violation within 10 years. Trooper • A DWI violation while having an alcohol concentration of twice the legal limit (.16 or Sgt. Neil more). Dickenson • A DWI violation while having a child under the age of 16 in the vehicle if the child is more than 36 months younger than the offender. • A violation by a person whose driver’s license or driving privileges have been canceled under Minnesota Statute section 171.04 , Canceled Inimical to Public Safety (Multiple DWI violations). Special registration plates issued must be displayed for at least one year from the date of incident. In some cases, they must be displayed for much longer than one year for multiple DWI offenses and other driving without license violations. Below is a list of some of the other common special plates that can be applied for: • Pioneer plates for vehicles made before 1936. • Classic plates for vehicles made from 1925 to 1948. • Collector plates at least 20 years old and made after 1935. • Street rod plates for vehicles made before 1949 or made to look like a vehicle from before 1949. • Classic motorcycle plates for motorcycles that are 20 years old or older. • Original Minnesota plates for any collector vehicle OR vehicle 20 years old or older. For a list of the other special plates, go to: https://dps. mn.gov/divisions/dvs/forms-documents/Documents/Special-Plates-Brochure.pdf

Route’s customer base, they have been seeing increasing interest from community groups and corporations as well as fair and festival boards and even private families who have rented the room for birthday parties and family reunions. In these situations there is a set event fee as opposed to per person charges. The Pine City escape room event was so well received that an additional day was added, and it filled up quickly as well. Nancy Sorenson participated with a group of family and friends and three people she hadn’t met before who signed up online in the same timeslot. “That was interesting and fun to have people we didn’t know,” she shared after the group successfully completed the puzzles. “They were younger and really quick-minded and helped us out quite a bit.” Sorenson added that she was thrilled when she heard the escape room was coming to Pine City. “I’ve been wanting to do it and this saved me a trip to the Twin Cities.” Lannie Husom is on Three Twenty Brewing Co.’s mailing list and received information about the event. He organized a group that included his mom, Char, and four others. They were able to solve the puzzles and escape the room, laughing and triumphant with several minutes left on the clock. The taproom of the brewery provided the perfect setting for refreshments and review of the puzzles and game experience. The Farrells, who are from Hopkins, spent the weekend in the area with their daughter Sophie and her friend. Their son Aiden was working but otherwise typically joins them as well. Both children help out with game instructions and resetting the room after each group finishes. “This is family time for us too,” Ryan said, sharing that he works as an engineer, and his wife is a teacher. “We do this as a weekend thing. It gets us out with the kids, exploring new areas.” He said they had fun in Pine City and Hinckley and are looking forward to Grantsburg this weekend.

against plowing or blowing snow onto a public road?

With the recent amount of record snowfall that we reA: ceived, it can be a challenge for all of us to remove snow safely.

Minnesota state law says that a service vehicle shall not display a lighted lamp when traveling on the highway or at any other time except at the scene of a disabled vehicle or while conducting snow removal or road maintenance. Any service vehicle may be equipped with a flashing amber lamp of a type approved by the commissioner of public safety. Remember that other traffic on the main roadway will have the right of way, so be sure to pay attention and use due care. As far as moving snow onto a public roadway, it is violation to obstruct any highway with snow or ice. Activities such as plowing, blowing or shoveling snow on to public roads is prohibited. This includes the ditch and right-of-way area along the roads. Civil penalties can also apply if the placement of snow creates a hazard, such as a slippery area, frozen rut or bump that contributes to a motor vehicle or pedestrian crash. The civil liability can extend to both the property owner and the person who placed the snow. Please remember to also help out local fire departments by making a path and clearing snow around a fire hydrant when it is on or close to your property. We have been extremely busy this winter responding to many crashes and calls about vehicles off the road. Since we’re responding to an increased number of incidents, it increases the chances that we’ll get hit from a secondary crash. Multiple squads have been hit by passing motorists in the month of February alone and some crashes involved injuries. We use our patrol cars to secure and protect a crash scene so those involved are protected from other passing vehicles. This becomes extremely dangerous for the troopers that are securing the crash scene and especially if the crash is blocking a lane of traffic on a slippery roadway. I was almost struck myself recently when I came upon a two-vehicle crash that was blocking the right lane on the freeway during one of our recent snow storms. There were numerous secondary crashes behind me where vehicles skidded by my patrol car at high speeds. If you see an emergency vehicle that is parked with its emergency lights on and there is no crash they are investigating, this is a warning for all the approaching motorists that there is an incident ahead. Please remember to move over if you can when you see flashing lights. If it is unsafe to move over, slow down significantly.

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WEDDING

Pauline E. (Huber) Weium

James ‘Jim’ F. Maurer

Pauline Ellen (Huber) Weium, 87, of Hudson, Wisconsin, died in her home on Feb. 25, 2018, of lung cancer. Polly was born in Duluth on March 2, 1930. She graduated from Pine City High School in 1948. She married John Brorson Weium in Honolulu, Hawaii, on April 12, 1957. They were married 52 years until his death in 2009. She enjoyed traveling (Maui!), home improvement and decorating, and her dogs. Polly had a lively spirit that never dimmed, and was always making plans for her next project. She is survived by children Karen Weium (Dave Barnard) and grandchildren Nora and Lily, and Paul Weium (Jaclyn Roland.) Polly was buried in a private service at Birchwood Cemetery in Pine City.

James Franklin Maurer, 85, of Mankato, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019. James was born Jan. 16, 1934, to Sylvester John and Margaret Elizabeth (Stott) Maurer in Princeton, Indiana. Jim served his c country with the U.S. A Army from 1955-58. Jim m moved to the Mankato a area in 1958 and was u united in marriage to A Agnes “Ag” F. Schaus o on June 30, 1962, at SS. P Peter and Paul Catholic C Church. Jim was a heavy e equipment operator ffor 49 years and later a custodian for South C Central College where h he retired from in 1999. H He was a member of the A American Legion Post 11 and the North American Hunting Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, making fishing lures and spending time with his family. Jim is survived by his two daughters, Kathy (Dave) Harguth of Waseca and Lori (Brian) Stolt of Pine City; five grandchildren, Corey Harguth of Spencer, Iowa, Kiley Harguth of Lake Crystal, Nathan (Jennifer) Stolt of Grantsburg, Wisconsin, Kristi (Michael) Palmby of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Adam Stolt of Aberdeen, Maryland; five great-grandchildren: Ryley, Jamison, Barrett and Bailey Stolt, Ryder Palmby; niece, nephew and cousins. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Agnes “Ag” on Oct. 27, 2002; two brothers, William and Robert; and sister, Mary Leatherman. Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, March 22, 2019, at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Mankato. Interment with military honors is in Calvary Cemetery, Mankato. Memorials may be given to Alzheimer’s Association or the donor’s choice.

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Babolik - Sykes Diane Babolik, along with Molly and Kyle Sykes, are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children, Jenni and Brandon. The wedding will take place June 2019 in Winona.

MEETING Czech National Cemetery meeting The annual meeting of the Czech National Cemetery is Saturday, March 30, 2019, at 1 p.m. at the Pine City VFW Post 4258. Refreshments will be served.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 535 8th St. SW, Pine City 320-629-2935 Monsignor Alek Suchan www.icchurchpinecitymn.org office@icchurcpinecitymn.org Mass: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 10 am, Confession: Saturday 4-4:30p.m., Sunday 9:15-9:45a.m. Journey North Church Current location: 840 Main St S, behind A&W. Pastor Tim Adams 320-629-6111 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Nursery, toddlers and KidVenture programs during both services. www.JourneyNorthChurch.com

Living Hope Christian Center Assembly of God Pastor Andrew Shaw 11914 Fairway Rd SW, Pine City 320-629-6136 www.livinghopepinecity.org livinghopepinecity@gmail.com Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Living Water Fellowship 915 W. 8th St. Rush City, MN Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Call 320-358-3818 for weekly Bible studies and youth activities. Open Arms Church of God 406 Pine St., Grasston, MN 320-396-3373 Pastor Gene Sherrod Spirit Filled Worship Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Children’s ministry Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 825 Golf Ave SW Pine City 320-629-2985 Pastor Fred Hanson Sunday Worship at 8 and 9:30 Wednesdays March 13 through April 10 @ 4:30 and 6:30 Lenten soup and sandwich supper 5 to 6:30 No Thursday worship Please join us in praise!

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

The businesses below invite you to attend the house of worship of your choice. To be included in the Worship Guide or to make changes to your listing please contact Mel at 320-322-5243 or email mel@countystar.com

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Minnesota Starwatch

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Leo prances high in April’s southern sky

Johnson Evelyn Rose Johnson was born on March 19, 2019, at Fairview Wyoming. She weighed seven pounds, 10 ounces. Her parents are Jennifer MacQuiddy and Derek Johnson. Evelyn is welcomed home by big brother Ethan Wayne Kelsey, 14. Her grandparents are Stella and Steve Werner, Beth and Tony Jeanetta, Shane and Keith Johnson.

The first day of April dawns with a crescent moon closing in on Venus just above the east-southeastern horizon. Bathed in the sun’s foreglow, both have a rendezvous with the sun—the moon as it glides below and in front of the sun, Venus as it circles behind it—on their way to the evening Minnesota sky. At new moon on April 5, the Starwatch moon begins its climb out of Deane Morrison next the sunset. But Venus won’t pass b hi d the h sun until August, and behind only reappears as an evening star in late fall. While you’re out, be sure to look low in the south-southeast for the Teapot of Sagittarius, flanked on the west by bright Jupiter and on the east by Saturn. If you need any more help identifying the planets, a bright waning moon sweeps close to Jupiter on the 23rd and Saturn on the 25th. On the 19th, early risers may see April’s full moon hovering over the western horizon. Fullness comes at 6:12 a.m.; moonset follows less than an hour later all over the state, with earliest setting times in the more eastern locations. During April the spring constellation Leo, the lion, prances high in the south during prime evening viewing hours. Its brightest star,

Regulus, shines from the bottom of the Sickle of stars outlining the lion’s head. The Sickle resembles a backward question mark, with Regulus at the point. East of the Sickle, a triangle of stars represents Leo’s hindquarters and tail. At the tip is Denebola, whose name comes from the Arabic for “tail of the lion.” East of Denebola shine two bright stars: brilliant Arcturus, in Bootes, the herdsman, at about the same altitude as Denebola; and Spica, in Virgo, nearer the horizon. Although Denebola is a bit dim, these three stars form an almost perfect equilateral triangle and have been called the Spring Triangle. That name has also been applied to the less regu-

lar triangle formed by Arcturus, Spica and Regulus. In the west, the winter stars are streaming past Mars. In the first week of April, watch the Pleiades star cluster go by Mars on the right. On the left, the V-shaped Hyades star cluster, marking the face of Taurus, the bull, soon follows suit. Compare the colors of the red planet and Aldebaran, the bright and yellowish eye of the bull, as the two bodies pass. DEANE MORRISON is a writer and editor with the University of Minnesota Office of University Relations. Minnesota Starwatch is a service of the Minnesota Institute for Astrophysics, located in the Tate Laboratory of Physics and Astronomy. The University of Minnesota offers public viewings of the night sky at its Duluth and Twin Cities campuses.

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

March 17, 1:06 p.m., report of MVA property damage, 4th St. SE, Pine City. March 18, 9:21 a.m., report of burglary, Holly Rd., Pine City. March 18, 11:34 a.m., report of theft, 2nd Ave. SE, Pine City. March 19, 8:34 p.m., report of damage to property, Henriette Rd., Pine City. March 20, 1:35 a.m., report of burglary, Nature Ave., Pine City. March 21, 9:36 a.m., report of property lost/found, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. March 21, 11:31 a.m., report of property lost/found, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City. March 21, 5:40 p.m., report of damage to property, Henriette Rd., Pine City. March 22, 2:54 p.m., report of burglary, E River Way, Pine City.

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March 17, 12:06 p.m., report of animal bite, Highwood Shores, Pine City. March 18, 8:34 p.m., report of psychological problem, Edgewater Rd. NE, Pine City. March 19, 11:41 a.m., report of criminal sex conduct, Main St. S, Pine City. March 20, 12:16 p.m., report of suicide threat, Norway Cir., Pine City. March 21, 7:46 a.m., report of threats, Main St. S, Pine City. March 21, 5:13 p.m., report of ﬁght, 6th Ave. SW, Pine City. March 21, 9:16 p.m., report of disturbance, Cross Lake Rd., Pine City. March 23, 12:55 p.m., report of disturbance, Northridge Dr. NW, Pine City.

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March 18, Gregory John Larsin, hold for other agency, probation violation; probable cause, traffic- careless driving, drivers licensedriving after revocation; drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession. March 18, Ivan Vladimirovich Boginskiy, hold for other agency: benchgross misdemeanor warrant. Released March 19. March 18, Shawn Michael Martin, hold for other agency: benchgross misdemeanor warrant. Released March 19.

March 18, Eric Richard Peterson, Pine County warrant: benchgross misdemeanor, traffic- DWI- operate motor vehicle- body contains any amount schedule I/II drugs- not marijuana, DWIoperate motor vehicle under influence of controlled substance. Released March 19. March 18, Jessica Ann Salminen, hold for other agency: bench felony warrant, drugs- 5th degree- possess schedule 1,2,3,4- not small amount marijuana; endanger child- permit present sale/ poss cont subs- G. Released March 18. March 19, Jordan Pfeifer-Koksma, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree- sale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration. March 20, Deandrea Jewell Leecy, probable cause, pharmacy, drugs- 5th degree- sale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration; introduce contraband- drug/liquor into jail/lockup/prison. Released March 22. March 20, Marvin Charles Mcguire II, parole/probation violation, theft- take/use/tranfer movable property - no consent. Released March 22. March 20, Russsell Wayne Schriener, probable cause, domestic assault- misdemeanor. Released March 22. March 20, Robert Edward Davis, probable cause, traffic- DWI3rd degree driving while impaired, 1 aggravating factor. Released March 21. March 20, Kayla May Harthan, Pine County warrant: bench felony, damage to property- 4th degree-intentional damage- other circumstances; drugs- 5th degree controlled substance- possession; domestic assault- misdemeanor- intentionally inflicts/ attempts to inflict bodily harm on another; obstruct legal process- interfere with peace officer. Released March 21. March 20, Jorge Mauricio Castillo, probable cause, drugs- 5th degree- sale- marijuana mixture except small amount of marijuana with no remuneration; receiving stolen property; trafficdrivers licensedriving after revocation. Released March 22. March 20, Shannon Leigh Martin, Pine County warrant: probation violation, domestic assault-misdemeanor- intentionally inflicts/attempts to inflict bodily harm on another. Released March 21. March 20, Royal William Noe Jr., hold for other agency, contempt warrant. Released March 21. March 21, Dylan Michael Richter, under sentence, drugs- 5th degree; traffic- DWI-operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol. March 21, Harvey Joseph St John, Pine County warrant, domestic,

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 24, 2013 MORTGAGOR: Jill M Warner FKA Jill M Duval and Brian Warner, wife and husband. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded May 9, 2013 Pine County Recorder, Document No. A-507766. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Freedom Mortgage Corporation. Dated July 12, 2018 Recorded July 16, 2018, as Document No. A541043. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100073000868288523 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Freedom Mortgage Corporation RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Freedom Mortgage Corporation MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 530 4th Street Southeast, Pine City, MN 55063 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 425342000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots Three (3) and Four (4), Block 42, Townsite of Pine City, Pine County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Pine ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $101,991.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF

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NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $98,228.08 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 18, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: D e t e n t i o n Center, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City MN 55063 to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 18, 2019, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE

WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: February 11, 2019 Freedom Mortgage Corporation Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 46 - 19-001667 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on February 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2019 MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: “Picture This...” creative custom framing 2. Principal place of business (A PO Box by itself is not acceptable): 24616 Silver Maple St., Beroun, MN 55063 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Peg Skalicky, 24616 Silver Maple St., Beroun, MN 55063

4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Date: 1/31/2019 /s/ Peg Skalicky Peg Skalicky, custom framer Email Address for Official Notices: pegskalicky@hotmail.com  Check here to have your email address excluded from requests for bulk data, to the extent allowed by Minnesota law. Contact name: Peg Skalicky Phone Number: 320-629-6324 Work Item 1067546900031 Original File Number 1067546900031 STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FILED 03/06/2019 11:59 PM Steve Simon Secretary of State Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 28 and April 4, 2019 NOTICE The East Central Regional Arts Council will hold a public hearing on their FY 2020-2021 Arts Plan and Budget on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the East Central Regional Arts Council Office at 112 Main Avenue South in Braham, Minnesota. The plan covers the counties of Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine. Contact: Mary Minnick-Daniels at director@ecrac.org or call 320-3962337 x 3 for information. Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 28, 2019

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Organizational Meeting Brook Park Township NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Brook Park Township will be holding their Organizational Meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9th, 2019 at the Brook Park Town Hall (formerly Lions Den), Brook Park, MN. The regular meeting of the township will immediately follow the Organizational Meeting. Kelly Johnson, Clerk of Brook Park Township Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 28, 2019 SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE CITY OF ROCK CREEK March 7, 2019 Mayor Johnson called the Rock Creek City Council meeting to order at 7PM. Members present: Dick Johnson, Dan Saumer, Pam Hinze and Joe Babolik. Absent: Sam Christenson. Others present: Amy Thompson, Rod Stevens, Jordan Zeller/East Central Regional Development Commission and Karen Omae. Babolik moved seconded by Saumer to approve the February 7, 2019 minutes. Motion passed unanimously. Saumer motioned seconded by Hinze to approve the Technical Assistance Contract with East Central Regional Development Commission to assist the City of Rock Creek in updating the comprehensive plan. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Saumer to approve the SSTS Contract for Services Agreement with Amy Thompson – AT Septic Inspection & Design Inc. as the designated Sewer Inspector to provide sewer inspection services for the city. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Saumer to approve the Draft Contract for Fire Protection April 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020 with the City of Pine City. Motion passed all ayes Saumer motioned seconded by Hinze to approve the 2019 Fire Protection Contract with the City of

Rush City. Motion passed all ayes. Hinze motioned seconded by Babolik to approve the site plan review for parcel ID# R43.0064.000/ Karin Omae for a Senior Assisted Living Facility serving fewer than twenty persons in the Agricultural District. Motion carried all ayes. Saumer motioned seconded by Johnson to address concerns and try to enhance safety devices with MnDOT at the intersection of State Hwy 70 and County Road 23 during the upcoming work and detour traffic. Motion carried all ayes. Babolik motioned seconded by Saumer to approve payment of check #’s 14724 - 14758 and e-transfers totaling $24,421.98. Motion carried unanimously. Hinze motioned seconded by Saumer to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:06PM. Motion carried all ayes. Sandra Pangerl City Clerk Administrator Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 28, 2019

CITY OF ROCK CREEK Notice is hereby given that the City of Rock Creek shall hold an Open House of the Planning Commission and the City Council for the purpose of obtaining public input on revisions to the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Rock Creek on Monday April 15, 2019 at 7PM. This comprehensive plan will set Rock Creek’s land use, transportation, public facility and community visions and goals for the next ten years. All interested persons are invited and strongly encouraged to attend and be heard on this matter. Letters and other forms of correspondence are also welcome. City of Rock Creek PO Box 229 Rock Creek, MN 55067 320-629-2736 Published in the Pine City Pioneer on March 28, 2019

Minnesota knotweed survey yields results BY MARI HARDEL MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

In 2018, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Noxious Weed Advisory Committee (NWAC) revisited the risk assessment of non-native invasive knotweeds and developed a survey to gather information from the public. Knotweeds typically grow in residential areas – often planted in landscapes – and therefore affect a different group of people and settings than most species on Minnesota’s Noxious Weed List. In surveying the public, the NWAC hoped to gain insight on perception and knowledge of knotweeds in Minnesota and potential responses to a change in regulation of knotweeds. This past September, an online survey was created and distributed to both the public and land managers asking a variety of questions related to non-native invasive knotweeds in Minnesota, beginning with whether survey participants were familiar with the three invasive species present in Minnesota and surrounding area: Japanese, giant, and Bohemian knot-

weeds. If participants claimed to have a low level of knowledge on knotweeds, they could choose to opt out of completing the bulk of the survey and skip to the end, answering general questions about where they obtain information on plants. Participants who completed the entirety of the survey were tasked with identifying photos of knotweed and knotweed look-alikes, answering questions about perceptions of knotweed and management techniques, and describing resource desires regarding managing knotweed. The survey was distributed through the MDA’s September Weed of the Month article titled Knotweeds, various newsletters and social media pages, handouts at Duluth’s Western Lake Superior Sanitary District, via email to MDA stakeholder groups and additional avenues. Complete survey results are available on the MDA Noxious and Invasive Weed Program page. Survey results were also presented in a poster format at the Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference in Rochester, Minnesota

from Oct. 15-18, 2018. The following are some highlights from the survey data: • 211 people responded to the survey. Participants responded from across the state, with the Duluth area the best represented. In general, respondents had some knowledge of knotweeds (Japanese, giant and Bohemian): 16 percent were familiar with all three species of knotweed; 33 percent were not familiar with any; 38 percent were familiar with Japanese only; and fewer were familiar with Bohemian and giant knotweeds. More people correctly identified knotweed when viewing a photo containing knotweed stems (and leaves) than any other features of knotweed. Most felt that there are not sufficient resources for managing non-native invasive knotweeds. Eight out of ten respondents agreed that knotweeds should be regulated in Minnesota. After reviewing survey results, in addition to considering research and other sources of information, the NWAC recommended regulation of knotweeds as

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A ﬂowering Japanese knotweed stand in Duluth.

‘Prohibited-Control’ on the Minnesota Noxious Weed List. This is a change from the current status from ‘Specially Regulated.’ The Commissioner of Agriculture approved this recommendation and the change will become effective Jan. 1, 2020.

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Jean Orn! WHEN: FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2019 1:00–4:00 P.M.

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Thursday, March 28, 2019 Noon – 1 p.m. FirstLight Mora Campus 301 Highway 65 South Mora, MN 55051 Don’t miss this important session presented by Dr. Michael Mooney, an Interventional Cardiologist with Minneapolis Heart Institute® at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. You’ll learn:

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Be Heart Smart: Knowledge is the Cure!

• The scale of heart disease and its toll on society • The difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest • The signs and symptoms of a heart attack • What to do in the event of a heart attack • How to prevent heart disease and a heart attack Dr. Mooney is board-certiﬁed in cardiovascular disease. He received his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed his residency and fellowship at Dartmouth Medical Center, San Francisco Heart Institute and the University of Minnesota. His special interests include valvuloplasty, interventional cardiology and cardiac catheterization.

WHERE: FRANDSEN BANK & TRUST 560 THIRD AVENUE SE PINE CITY, MN | 320.629.2561

Park in the Emergency Department/temporary hospital entrance. Follow signs to the Meeting Rooms 1 and 2.

Stop in to enjoy refreshments and offer well wishes to Jean!

For more information, or to register, call 320-225-3364 or email info@fl-hs.org. Advance registration is appreciated, but not required. To learn more about FirstLight’s other classes, support groups and events, please visit www.FirstLightHealthSystem.org.

Jean has plans to spend time at the cabin and camping with her husband, Greg. She is also looking forward to spending a lot more time with her family.

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